Harry Nelson Pillsbury Memorial

By Massachusetts Chess Assoc | Sun, 2024-12-15 00:00 to Sun, 2024-12-15 23:59, Eastern Standard Time | Completed


General Information
Name Harry Nelson Pillsbury Memorial [Completed]
Organizer Massachusetts Chess Assoc
Event Contacts Massachusetts Chess Assoc [Email info@masschess.org][Phone 603-891-2484]
Event Time Zone (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Dates Sunday, December 15, 2024 12:00 AM ~ Sunday, December 15, 2024 11:59 PM
Registration Deadline Friday, December 13, 2024 11:59 PM
Event Address Map pin 219 Littleton Road, Westford, MA, USA, 01886
Require Check In No
Entry Fee Due on registration
Unpaid Entries Will be deleted after 2 hours
USCF Membership Must not expire before event ends
Event Details
Format OTB (Over the Board)
Event Type Open
Pairing Rule Swiss
Rounds 4 [Each sections may have different number of rounds]
Half-Point Byes 1 Allowed [Each section may have different number of HPB's]
Time Control Dual [G/60; d5]
Rating Type USCF
Total Seats 180
Prize Fund $2,500 [USD - US Dollar]
Flyer Link http://masschess.org/events/Event_Details.aspx?Event_ID=9095
Live Game https://www.masschess.org
Pairing & Results https://www.nachesshub.com/EventFiles?EventID=e135bada-3e1b-4bec-8465-23c7b75e3172
Event Description

A Heritage Event!
DEC. 15, 2024, MASSACHUSETTS
US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)
Harry Nelson Pillsbury Memorial

4SS, G/60, d5. Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center, 219 Littleton Road, Westford, MA 01886 (I-495, exit 83). 978-692-8200. $$ 2,500 b/120 paid entries ($10 off entries count 75%), 60% G. 7 sections. Major (rated 1900 or above): $350-150, top U2300 $150. Under 2200: $250-125. Under 2000: $225-125. Under 1800: $200-100. Under 1500: $200-100. Under 1200: $200-100. Under 1000: $150-75. All: Unrated can play in any section but can't win more than $50 in U1000, $75 in U1200, $100 in U1500, $125 in U1800, $150 in U2000, $175 in U2200. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Foreign players: see foreignratings.com. MACA membership required for Mass. residents ($12 adult, $6 junior U18). EF: $45 if mailed by 12/9 or online by 12/11, $55 online by 12/13 or at site. $10 discount to players in U1000 section. GMs and IMs free. Reg.: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6. Bye: O.K. all, limit 1, must commit before rd. 2, no half point byes for players receiving full point byes. Ent.: payable to MACA and mail to Robert Messenger, 4 Hamlett Dr. Apt. 12, Nashua NH 03062 or enter online at www.MassChess.org. Info: email to info@masschess.org or phone 603-891-2484. Day of the tournament phone 603-557-1732. W.


Sections and Entry Fees
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing | 180 Seats
$350-150, top U2300 $150
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 1800 - 9999 & Specific USCF IDs ]
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM FIDE Title = GM ]
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM FIDE Title = IM ]
$45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 1900 - 9999 ]
$55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:17 PM USCF Regular Rating 1900 - 9999 ]
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing
$250-125
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 2199 & Specific USCF IDs ]
$45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 2199 ]
$55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:18 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 2199 ]
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing
$225-125
Entry Fees (USD)
$45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1999 ]
$55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:19 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1999 ]
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing
$200-100
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1799 & Specific USCF IDs ]
$45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1799 ]
$55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:09 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1799 ]
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing
$200-100
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1499 & Specific USCF IDs ]
$45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1499 ]
$55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:49 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1499 ]
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing
$200-100
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1199 & Specific USCF IDs ]
$45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1199 ]
$55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:01 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1199 ]
4 Rounds | 1 Byes | Dual Time Control [G/60; d5] | USCF Rated | Swiss Pairing
$150-75
Entry Fees (USD)
$0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 999 & Specific USCF IDs ]
$35.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 999 ]
$45.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:30 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 999 ]
📋 General Information
Name
Harry Nelson Pillsbury Memorial Completed
Event Contacts
Massachusetts Chess Assoc [Email info@masschess.org][Phone 603-891-2484]
Time Zone
(UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
📅 Dates
12/15/2024 12:00 AM ~ 12/15/2024 11:59 PM
Registration Deadline
12/13/2024 11:59 PM
💳 Entry Fee due on registration
USCF Membership must not expire before event ends
♟️ Event Details
Format
OTB (Over the Board)
Type
Open
Pairing
Swiss
Rounds
4
HPB
1
Capacity
180
⏱️ Time Control
Dual [G/60; d5]
Rating
USCF
💰 Prize Fund
2500.00 (USD)
📝 Description

A Heritage Event!
DEC. 15, 2024, MASSACHUSETTS
US CHESS GRAND PRIX POINTS: 10 (ENHANCED)
Harry Nelson Pillsbury Memorial

4SS, G/60, d5. Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center, 219 Littleton Road, Westford, MA 01886 (I-495, exit 83). 978-692-8200. $$ 2,500 b/120 paid entries ($10 off entries count 75%), 60% G. 7 sections. Major (rated 1900 or above): $350-150, top U2300 $150. Under 2200: $250-125. Under 2000: $225-125. Under 1800: $200-100. Under 1500: $200-100. Under 1200: $200-100. Under 1000: $150-75. All: Unrated can play in any section but can't win more than $50 in U1000, $75 in U1200, $100 in U1500, $125 in U1800, $150 in U2000, $175 in U2200. Unofficial uschess.org ratings usually used if otherwise unrated. Foreign players: see foreignratings.com. MACA membership required for Mass. residents ($12 adult, $6 junior U18). EF: $45 if mailed by 12/9 or online by 12/11, $55 online by 12/13 or at site. $10 discount to players in U1000 section. GMs and IMs free. Reg.: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Rds.: 10-1-3:30-6. Bye: O.K. all, limit 1, must commit before rd. 2, no half point byes for players receiving full point byes. Ent.: payable to MACA and mail to Robert Messenger, 4 Hamlett Dr. Apt. 12, Nashua NH 03062 or enter online at www.MassChess.org. Info: email to info@masschess.org or phone 603-891-2484. Day of the tournament phone 603-557-1732. W.


🏆 Sections & Entry Fees
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $350-150, top U2300 $150
Max Seats: 180
Entry Fees (USD):
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 1800 - 9999 & Specific USCF IDs ]
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM FIDE Title = GM ]
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM FIDE Title = IM ]
• $45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 1900 - 9999 ]
• $55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:17 PM USCF Regular Rating 1900 - 9999 ]
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $250-125
Entry Fees (USD):
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 2199 & Specific USCF IDs ]
• $45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 2199 ]
• $55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:18 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 2199 ]
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $225-125
Entry Fees (USD):
• $45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1999 ]
• $55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:19 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1999 ]
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $200-100
Entry Fees (USD):
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1799 & Specific USCF IDs ]
• $45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1799 ]
• $55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:09 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1799 ]
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $200-100
Entry Fees (USD):
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1499 & Specific USCF IDs ]
• $45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1499 ]
• $55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:49 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1499 ]
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $200-100
Entry Fees (USD):
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1199 & Specific USCF IDs ]
• $45.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1199 ]
• $55.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:01 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 1199 ]
4 Rds 1 HPB Dual USCF
G/60; d5
🏆 $150-75
Entry Fees (USD):
• $0.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 999 & Specific USCF IDs ]
• $35.00 [ Before 12/11/2024 11:59:00 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 999 ]
• $45.00 [ Before 12/13/2024 11:59:00 PMAfter 12/11/2024 11:59:30 PM USCF Regular Rating 0 - 999 ]