♟️ FMCA Fall Championship

Hosted by: Future Masters Chess Academy (FMCA)

Location: FMCA Ashland — 200 Homer Ave, Unit 200, Ashland, MA 01721

Dates:

Premier/U1800:

U1000: November 29 & 30, 2025

🏆 Overview

The FMCA Fall Championship is a rated chess event featuring multiple rating-based sections, generous prizes, and a mix of 3-day and 2-day schedules.

Total prize fund: $3,300 (based on 70 paid entries)

Premier Section (FIDE Rated) – November 28–30, 2025

Under 1800 Section – November 28–30, 2025

Under 1000 Section – November 29 & 30, 2025

⏱️ Time Control & Schedule

Premier & Under 1800 Sections (2 or 3 Day Schedule)

Time Control: G/90 + 30 increment (6-round Swiss)

Players may choose 2-Day or 3-Day schedules:

Under 1000 Section (2 Day Schedule)

Time Control: G/45d5 (6-round Swiss)

2-Day Schedule

Byes

Up to 2 half-point byes allowed — must be declared before Round 3

💰 Prizes

Total Prize Fund: Over $3,000 (based on 70 paid entries)

Premier Section (1800+) – FIDE Rated

$1,000 · $500 · $250

U2100: $150

Under 1800 Section (≥1400 in past year)

$500 · $250 · $150

U1600: $100

Under 1000 Section

Trophies and private FMCA master lessons:

💵 Entry Fees

Premier/U1800:

$105 - by November 12

$120 - by November 23

$135 - by November 27

$150 - on-site

U1400: $55

Online registration closes: End of day November 27, 2025

Registration requirement: Active USCF membership

GMs / IMs: $1 entry (Entry fee deducted from prize if prize is won)

FMCA Members: $10 discount

📋 Rules & Eligibility

Premier Section: FIDE rated; open to players rated 1800+

Under 1800 Section: Must have a rating ≥ 1000 in the past year

Under 1000 Section: Trophy and lesson prizes only

November 2025 official USCF ratings used; live ratings may be considered for registration

First 100 entries guaranteed a spot

Replaces the Elite Thanksgiving Tournament

📨 Inquiries

Email: info@futurechessmasters.com

Phone: 617-596-5856

Organizer: Future Masters Chess Academy

Event Page: futurechessmasters.com/tournaments