Hunt Museum Summer Garden Chess Tournament

Tournament Schedule:

• 11:30–12:30 PM: Round 1

• 12:30–12:50 PM: Break

• 12:50–1:50 PM: Round 2

• 1:50–2:50 PM: Round 3

• 2:50–3:50 PM: Round 4 (Final – on the Giant Chess Board, weather permitting)

• 3:50 PM: Prize Giving Ceremony

Prizes:

• 1st Place: Trophy

• 2nd Place: Trophy

• Best Junior: Trophy

Important Information:

• This is a non-rated, casual event – open to chess players and members of the public.

• All players must know the rules of chess and how to play with a chess clock.

• Entry is limited to 16 players – book early to avoid disappointment.

• Chess sets and clocks provided by the Limerick Chess Club.

• Time control: 20 minutes per player per game.

• Tiebreak: In the event of a draw, a 5-minute blitz match will decide the winner.

• Arbiter: Neal Kirby will oversee pairings (random) and rulings – all decisions are final.

• Players arriving more than 15 minutes late for any round will lose by default

The tournament will take place in the beautiful museum garden – come enjoy the atmosphere and support your local chess community!