Round Rock ISD

The Round Rock ISD Pawns Chess Tournament is for true novice chess players who want to experience a formal tournament setting, but aren't ready to commit to having a United States Chess Federation (USCF) membership. It is open to any student who is enrolled within the District in grades 2-8.

The Pawns tournament runs from 8:45 AM to 1:30 PM on a flexible schedule as rounds finish. After round 1, sections will proceed independently from other sections. We may finish before 1:30 PM.

• Check in for the Pawns tournament begins at 8:45 AM
• Round 1 matches begin at 9:30 AM. (Late arrivals will not be added to Round 1 and will be assigned a forfeit loss.)
• Rounds take from 20 minutes to 40 minutes to run and we proceed as quickly as we can throughout the day.

Tournament Details:

• Date:March 28, 2026
• Location:To Be Determined
• Sections: 2 sections divided by grade based upon registration (Sections may be merged if needed)
• 3 Rounds
• Time Control: Game in 20
• 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 registration before March 23 at 8:00 AM. Registration closes at that time or when the tournament seats fill.