The Oklahoma Scholastic Chess Organization (OSCO) provides chess tournaments for K-12 students throughout Oklahoma. We are an all-volunteer 501 (c)(3) nonprofit. If you would like to volunteer, connect us with a potential tournament venue, or make a donation, contact us at board@oscochess.org.
Schedule
8:45 Doors open. There is no check-in; all registered players will be paired.
9:30 Round One for all sections will begin following announcements in the playing hall.
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Subsequent rounds are paired back to back with a break for lunch.
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Most sections have 5 rounds and players will be eligible to play in ALL rounds. This is not an elimination style event.
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Awards ceremonies take place for each section after that section's final round is complete.
For late arrivals or last-minute cancellations, send a text to 918-978-1899. This helps us start on time and avoid pairing players with no-shows.
Special Food Provision: Out of respect for this facility and their culture, NO PORK or ALCOHOL will be allowed on the premises. This includes pork products as well like gelatin, pepperoni, etc. If you have questions on this, please call the number above.
Membership
All OSCO tournaments are rated by the US Chess Federation. A membership is good for one full year.
Use the correct option below only if your child needs a new membership or it has expired. Not sure if your player's membership is still current? Check here: US Chess Player Search (Link opens in a new window.)
Grades K–3 rated under 600: First-time membership (No fee)
Oklahoma residents: First-time membership, Section 2 or higher ($10)
Renew an expired membership ($15)
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Out-of-state players may use the renew link and follow directions on the form.
Read before you register
When you register, you will be asked to agree to OSCO's terms & conditions. You will also be asked to affirm that you will make sure your player understands our tournament rules and code of conduct. Please take a moment to read them now. (Each link opens in a new window, so you won't lose your place.)
Special condition: NO PORK or ALCOHOL allowed on premises.
If you or your player have a question about OSCO's rules, please contact us at td@oscochess.org so we can answer it before the tournament.
Registration
Discount: $5 off/player if registering 3 or more siblings. Use promo code "SIBLING"
$25 Early Registration Deadline is October 18.
$30 Late Registration Deadline is October 22.
No registrations will be accepted after the deadline.