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Elevate Your Game Chess-Ed KUMBAYA Competitive Tournaments
Ready to test your skills? Chess-Ed tournaments provide the ultimate stage for young players to challenge themselves, gain competitive experience, and celebrate the spirit of the game. Whether your child is a newcomer to their first match or a seasoned tournament veteran, our events are designed to be safe, professional, and exhilarating environments for growth.
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166th KUMBAYA TOURNAMENT
9/20/2026
National Master (NM) Kevin Velazquez will be on-site to provide game analysis!
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Sunday, Sept 20th, 2026
Check in: 11-11:30 a.m.
Round 1 starts at 12 p.m.
Niles North High School 9900 North Lawler Skokie, IL 60077
The Kumbaya tournaments typically end depending on how they are doing. The non-rated/U-700 players are usually done by 3 pm but more advanced later. Overall, most are done by 5 pm.
THE BEST PARKING IS DOOR 21, ON THE WEST SIDE.
This is a USCF Rated Chess Tournament and SPACE IS LIMITED!
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