Delaware Capital Open

Tournament Information

Location: Delaware Agricultural Museum, 866 North Dupont Hwy, Dover DE 19901
Hotel: Red Roof Inn, 652 N Dupont Hwy; 652 North Dupont Highway Dover DE; 302-730-8009
Dates: Saturday, November 21, 2026 - Sunday, November 22, 2026
Organizer: Delaware Chess Association
Restrictions: Must have a USCF membership. Must bring your own clock. We currently have boards and sets for up to fifty players.
Handicap Accessible: Yes

Prize Structure

Prizes based on 40 entries:

OPEN Section:
1st $400, 2nd $150, U2000 $100, U1800 $100

U1600 Section:
1st $200, 2nd $150, U1400 $100, U1200 $100

U1000:
1st $100, U800 $100

Coffee and water available for players.

Tournament Details

Time Control: G/90;d5
Entry Fee: Advanced registration by 11/20/2026: $70.00. On-site: $85.00.
Round Times: Saturday: 10-2-6
Sunday: 9-1
Byes: 2 available (rounds 1or 2 or 3 or 4)

Requirements & What to Bring

  • USCF Membership Required: Must have a current USCF membership
  • Equipment: Bring your own USCF certified chess clock
  • Recording: Notation paper provided. No electronic recording devices allowed.
  • Refreshments: Coffee and water provided. Bring your own snacks or visit nearby restaurants
  • Entry Closes: 30-60 minutes before game start time

Organizer Overview

Delaware Chess Association

Phone: 410-219-3179; 410-430-9343

Register

Registered Players

Name Rating
Erick Hoxter 1672
Avya Gupta NA
Murad Kaziyev Unrated
Jerry Rodriguez N/A
Bert Balbas 2151
James Rizzitano 2298
William Trueman 1869
Landon Meadors 2234
Christian Meadors 1538
Haroldo Casas 914