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GoranRC

Hey Hey Guys! I'm thinking/want to attend my first *RATED* chess tournament. - I now have a USCF membership, and would like to get some rated tourneys in!

 

I live close to Los Angeles. - California.

 

ANYWAYS; I found this suiting tournament at the LA Chess Club, but since I'm new to Tournaments, I don't understand some things.

Here it is;

Upcoming Tournaments

October

October 1&2, 22&23, 29&30

Saturday & Sunday G/61

3 separate events

A weekly tournament (May join USCF at site, LACC membership is optional)

  • Format: 3 Rounds of Game/61/d5
  • Rounds: 12, 2, 4 pm each day
  • Reg: 11-12 pm.
  • Entry Fee: $30 / $20 LACC members, No prizes ½; siblings ½; Free new LACC members
  • Prizes: ½  collections
  • Info: (310/795-5710) or www.LAChessClub.com.
  • Parking: Free on streets & BoA; Free refreshments.

October 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30

 

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Alright, the first thing I'm not sure about, is, is it RATED for USCF? - Will I get a rating after playing/scoring in it? - Does it say anywhere?

 

Second, It says "Prizes; 1/2 collection" - What in the world does that mean guys? 

 

Thirdly, It says "3 rounds of game/61/d5" - Now, I know that that means I have 60 minutes to complete the game, though what does the d5 mean? 

 

I will always come to Chess.com for a question or before buying/concerned about something, because I know I'll get the best feedback and support here. - Thanks guys!

 

TalSpin
To answer your most important question, yes, it is USCF rated. As for the rest, call the number provided to find out further info from the TD/representative of the LACC.