Round Rock ISD

This Round Rock ISD Knights Chess Tournament is our most competitive tournament. It is open to any student who is enrolled within the District in grades 2-8. Students must have a current membership to the United States Chess Federation to participate.

Previous tournament experience is recommended for all participants.

The Knights tournament runs from 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM on a flexible schedule as rounds finish. After round 1, sections will proceed independently from other sections. We may finish before 4:00 PM.

• Check in for the Knights tournaments begins at 7:45 AM
• Round 1 matches begin at 8:30 AM. (Late arrivals will not be added to Round 1 and will be assigned a forfeit loss.)
• Rounds take from 40 minutes to 1 hour to run and we proceed as quickly as we can throughout the day.

Tournament Details:

• Date: May 3, 2025
• Location: Spicewood Elementary, 11601 Olson Dr, Austin, TX 78750
• Sections: Under 800, Round Rock ISD Championship 2-8 (No rating limit) Sections may be added if needed
• 5 Rounds
• Time Control: Game in 30 delay 5
• Clocks and boards provided

Students who place in the top 6 of their section will receive a certificate.

Prior to registering for this tournament please review the Round Rock ISD Chess Tournament Rules and Guidelines and review our Chess Tournament FAQ Web Page.

Space is limited. To register your student for the tournament please complete the following form before April 27th at 5:00 PM. Registration closes at that time or when the tournament seats fill.