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.
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.)
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
$25 Early Registration Deadline is October 18.
Discount: $5 off/player if registering 3 or more siblings. Use promo code "SIBLING"
$30 Late Registration Deadline is October 22.
No registrations will be accepted after the deadline.