Middle Georgia Spring Open - G/30;+5
Saturday, May 9, 2026 • Byron, Georgia
The Middle Georgia Chess Club is proud to host the Middle Georgia Spring Open at the beautiful Byron Historic Train Depot!
This will be a fun, competitive USCF-rated tournament with great prizes and a complimentary lunch for all players.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
- Time Control: G/30;+5 (USCF dual-rated – Regular & Quick)
- Rounds: 5-round Swiss System
- Start Time: 10:00 AM (On-site registration ends at 9:45 AM)
Location
Byron Historic Train Depot
101 E. Heritage Blvd
Byron, GA 31008
🗺 Get Directions on Google Maps
(Right in historic downtown Byron, just off I-75 Exit 149. Plenty of free parking available.)
Official Event Listings
Sections & Prizes
(100% of entry fees returned as prizes – based on 40 players)
Open Section (1400+)
- 1st: $360
- 2nd: $240
- 3rd: $140
Reserve Section (U1400 / Unrated)
- 1st: $240
- 2nd: $140
- 3rd: $80
Entry & Registration
- Entry Fee: $30
- Payment Options: Zelle (478-951-4616), Venmo (@ThanhTran517), cash or check on site
- Register by texting or calling: (478) 951-4616 (Tom / Thanh Tran)
Byes: ½-point byes available (request before 9:45 AM). 0-point byes available any round.
Complimentary Lunch: Pizza & drinks provided for all players!
Important Notes
- All players must be current USCF members (you can join on-site).
- Please bring your own chess clock if you have one.
- Everyone (including pre-registered players) must check in by 9:45 AM.
Ready to play some chess this spring? Come out, compete, and enjoy a great day with fellow chess players from Middle Georgia and beyond!
For questions, contact Thanh (Tom) Tran at (478) 951-4616 or email [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you at the board! ♟️
