The Discovery Chess League Tournament is back—and we’re excited to welcome players together for a rescheduled day of school pride, sportsmanship, and meaningful match play.

This scholastic-style, unrated tournament brings students from across Richmond-area schools into one shared space—many competing against peers they’ve never played before. The focus is on skill development, confidence, and community, not ratings or pressure.

Think of this event like a soccer match for chess: structured, supportive, and rooted in respect for the game and each other.

Tournament Format

• 4 rounds of play

• No clocks

• Notation optional

• Players compete within skill-based brackets, not school size or reputation

Skill Brackets & Awards

• Beginner

• Intermediate

• High Intermediate

All participants receive a participation medal.
1st–3rd place certificates are awarded in each skill bracket.

Sportsmanship Matters

This tournament emphasizes:

• Respectful play

• Positive competition

• Grace in both wins and losses

For some students, this will be their first in-person tournament experience—and we are proud to make that introduction welcoming and empowering.

Event Details

• Location: Discovery Center at Stony Point™

• Audience: Discovery Chess League players and school teams

• Focus: Community, confidence, and school pride

Families are encouraged to plan for weather and road conditions and to arrive with flexibility and patience as we bring schools together under one roof.

Questions? Contact info@discoverychess.com.

This is an unrated, skills-based scholastic tournament. Format and timing are designed to support new and developing tournament players while maintaining a calm, organized experience.