Annual Phoenix Open

Unity Chess presents the 12th Annual Phoenix Open Chess Tournament Sep 5th - Sep 7th, 2025 (Sat, Sun, Mon)   This highly anticipated event, promises an exciting and competitive environment for chess enthusiasts. With a focus on both intermediate and advanced players, the tournament will offer a series of USCF-rated matches, featuring state-of-the-art facilities. Join us in this celebration of strategic mastery and skillful play at one of the premier chess events of the year. Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott Phoenix Mesa, 200 North Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201 Register Entry List Format: 6-round Swiss System Time Controls: 3-day Schedule: G/90+30 all rounds 2-day Schedule: G/45+5 rds 1-3, G/90+30 rds 4-6 Four Sections: Premier (1800+) U1800 (1400 – 1799) U1400 (1000 - 1399) U1000 (UNR - 999) Players rated 1700-1799 may play up into the Premier Section for an additional $50. Players within 100 pts of the rating floor of lower sections may play up for an additional $25. Schedule: 3-Day Rounds: 10am & 3pm, Sat, Sun, & Mon 2-Day Rounds: Sun: Rd1 9:00am. Rd2 11:00am, Rd3 1:00pm, Rd4* 3:00pm Mon: Rd5 10:00am, Rd6 3:00pm *Merge with 3-day Schedule Important: USCF regular ratings apply for all sections. USCF membership required (may be […]