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		<title>Arkanas Open</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:34:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ March 10, 2012; 8:00 am to 11:00 pm. March 11, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Date: March 10-11, 2012

Location: Days Inn, 2402 N. College Ave.
Fayetteville AR 72703
(479) 443-4323

Hotel Rates:  1 King $52 + tx (1-2), 2 Queens $60 + tx (1-2)

Hosted by the Fayetteville Chess Club USCF Affiliate

Format: 5SS, G/90 +30spm (sec. per move; add-on or delay, preferred) if no digital clock available to either player, G/2).
½ pt. bye [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date:</strong> March 10-11, 2012</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: Days Inn, 2402 N. College Ave.<br />
Fayetteville AR 72703<br />
(479) 443-4323</p>
<p><strong>Hotel Rates:</strong>  1 King $52 + tx (1-2), 2 Queens $60 + tx (1-2)</p>
<p>Hosted by the Fayetteville Chess Club USCF Affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format:</strong> 5SS, G/90 +30spm (sec. per move; add-on or delay, preferred) if no digital clock available to either player, G/2).<br />
½ pt. bye available Rds. 1-4.</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>Saturday: 9:30, 2, 6:30. Sunday 9, 1:30.<strong></strong></p>
<p><strong>Entry Fees:</strong> $35 by 3/08, $40 at door.   USCF and ACA (OSA)</p>
<p><strong>Prizes: </strong>Based on 40 entries. 1<sup>st</sup> $200, 2<sup>nd</sup> $150, A, B, C, D/E each $100 (min. 3 in class or prize is $75), Unrated $50, Upset $50.</p>
<p><strong>Registration: </strong>Saturday, 8-9 a.m.</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Les Kline (USCF 12435900)</p>
<p><strong>Contact Info:</strong>  801 N. Rush Dr., Fayetteville AR 72701; (479) 444-8530; <a href="mailto:cl_kline@sbcglobal.net">cl_kline@sbcglobal.net</a></p>
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		<title>Joplin Benefit Tournament</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 Jan 2012 23:56:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ April 28, 2012; 8:30 am to 8:00 pm. April 29, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Here is the second tournament of the year for the Joplin Chess Club. This will be a new one for us; our first two-day event and the first tournament to benefit a charity.

Thanks to the support of an anonymous donor,  we will be able to donate 100% of entry fees to the Joplin Habitat for [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here is the second tournament of the year for the Joplin Chess Club. This will be a new one for us; our first two-day event and the first tournament to benefit a charity.</p>
<p>Thanks to the support of an anonymous donor,  we will be able to donate 100% of entry fees to the Joplin Habitat for Humanity to support building for tornado impacted families. Please come out and join us for a couple of days of chess and to support a great organization.</p>
<p><strong>Date</strong>: April 28th and 29th, 2012</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: La Quinta Inn (Room A)<br />
3320 South Rangeline Rd<br />
Joplin, MO 64804</p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>5 round Swiss, Game in 90 with 5 second delay  (G/90,d/5)<br />
Two sections; Open and Under 1600. Sections may be combined for pairing purposes.<br />
One 1/2 point bye available if requested before the beginning of round 3<br />
6 Grand Prix points in Open section</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>Saturday 10:00, 1:30, 5:00. Sunday 10:00, 1:30</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $40 if pre-registered, $50 at site. MCA membership required for MO residents; available on-site.</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> $490  prize fund guaranteed.</p>
<ul>
<li>Open: $150, $100, $60</li>
<li>U1600: $80,  $60, $40</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 4/28/2012, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 4/27/2012. Preference that all players must be current USCF members by 4/28/2012 and current through 4/29/2012. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., first round at 10:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554</p>
<p><strong>Hotel Rate</strong>: $69 plus tax by 3/27, after based on room availability. 417-781-0500, mention Chess Tournament.</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p><strong>No outside food or drinks</strong></p>
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		<title>2012 Four States Winter Open</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 21 Dec 2011 23:23:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ March 3, 2012; 8:00 am to 7:00 pm. ] This is the first Joplin Chess Club hosted tournament of the year. Come join us for a day of chess.

Date: March 3, 2012

Location: La Quinta Inn (Room A)
3320 South Rangeline Rd
Joplin, MO 64804

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

Format: 4 round Swiss, Game in 60 with 5 second delay  (G/60,d/5), dual rated
Two sections; Open [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>This is the first Joplin Chess Club hosted tournament of the year. Come join us for a day of chess.</p>
<p><strong>Date</strong>: March 3, 2012</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: La Quinta Inn (Room A)<br />
3320 South Rangeline Rd<br />
Joplin, MO 64804</p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>4 round Swiss, Game in 60 with 5 second delay  (G/60,d/5), dual rated<br />
Two sections; Open and Under 1600<br />
One 1/2 point bye available if requested before the beginning of round 2</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>9:00, 11:00, 2:00, 4:00. Lunch break between rounds 2 and 3</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $30 if pre-registered, $40 at site. MCA membership required for MO residents; available on-site.  $10 discount for siblings under 18 after 1st full-paid entry.</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> $540 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries. Discounted entries count as half.</p>
<ul>
<li>Open: $150, $120, $90</li>
<li>U1600: $90,  $60, $30</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on 3/3/2012, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed, to be received by 3/2/2012. Preference that all players must be current USCF members by 3/2/2012 and current through 3/3/2012. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p><strong>No outside food or drinks</strong></p>
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		<title>Four States Winter Open</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2011/01/four-states-winter-open/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Jan 2011 01:14:34 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ February 12, 2011; 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. ] Here is our first tournament of the year and we're hoping for a good turnout. We are extremely pleased to announce that IM Goran Vojinovic (pictured below) is scheduled to play. So come out and join us for a great day of chess.

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Date: February 12, 2011

Location: Joplin Holiday Inn (Oak Room)
3615 [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Here is our first tournament of the year and we&#8217;re hoping for a good turnout. We are extremely pleased to announce that IM Goran Vojinovic (pictured below) is scheduled to play. So come out and join us for a great day of chess.</p>

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<p><strong>Date</strong>: February 12, 2011</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: Joplin Holiday Inn (Oak Room)<br />
3615 Range Line Rd<br />
Joplin, MO 64804</p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>4 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), dual rated<br />
Two sections; Open and Under 1600<br />
Accelerated pairings may be used, One 1/2 point bye available if requested before the end of round 2</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>9:00, 11:00, 2:00, 4:00. Lunch break between rounds 2 and 3</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $30 if pre-registered, $40 at site. MCA membership required for MO residents; available on-site. Free entry to GMs and IMs. $10 discount for siblings under 18 after 1st full-paid entry.</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> $450 prize fund based on 30 full-paid entries.</p>
<ul>
<li>Open: $200, $100, $50</li>
<li>U1600: $60,  $40</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may  be paid in cash in person on 2/12/2011, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl)  can be mailed, to be received by 2/11/2011. Preference that all players must  be current USCF members by 2/11/2011 and current through 2/12/2011. USCF  membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the  USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or  purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 483-1554</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p><strong>No outside food or drinks<br />
</strong></p>
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		<title>Joplin April Tournament</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2010/03/joplin-april-tournament/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Mar 2010 00:20:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ April 3, 2010; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, April 3rd, 2010

Location: MSSU Spiva Library Coffee Shop
3950 Newman Road
Joplin, MO 64801
Note: Located on the bottom floor of the library, with an entrance available on the East side of the building.  Campus map available at http://www.mssu.edu/map.htm (building 16)

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

Format: 3 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated
Two [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, April 3rd, 2010</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: MSSU Spiva Library Coffee Shop<br />
3950 Newman Road<br />
Joplin, MO 64801<br />
<strong>Note:</strong> Located on the bottom floor of the library, with an entrance available on the East side of the building.  Campus map available at <a href="http://www.mssu.edu/map.htm">http://www.mssu.edu/map.htm</a> (building 16)</p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>3 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated<br />
Two sections (based on average rating), players paired within their section</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>9:30, 11:30, 2:30. 1 hour lunch break  at 1:30</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry  fees</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may  be paid in cash in person on 4/3/2010, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl)  can be mailed, to be received by 4/2/2010. It is preferred that all players  be current USCF members by 4/2/2010 and current through 4/3/2010. USCF  membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and  membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF  site for rates or contact TD for details about membership renewal or  purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 9:00 a.m., first round at 9:30</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the  tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Springfield Tournament, November 7th 2009</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 17 Oct 2009 02:13:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ November 7, 2009; 9:15 am to 6:30 pm. ] Date: Saturday, November 7th, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

Format: 3 round swiss, Game/90, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections

Entry Fee: $3

Registration: Saturday, 9:15-9:30 AM
Round Times: 9:45 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM

Prizes: (based on 15 entries): $20 first, $10 U1400+unrated, and $10 for best female.

Contact: Michael Clark, mochessnow@yahoo.com]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date:</strong> Saturday, November 7th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>3 round swiss, Game/90, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $3</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Saturday, 9:15-9:30 AM<br />
<strong>Round Times: </strong>9:45 AM, 12:30 PM and 3:30 PM</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> (based on 15 entries): $20 first, $10 U1400+unrated, and $10 for best female.</p>
<p><strong>Contact:</strong> Michael Clark, mochessnow@yahoo.com</p>
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		<title>October Quick Tournament</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/10/october-quick-tournament/</link>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:04:32 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ October 24, 2009; 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, October 24th, 2009

Location: Dalton-Killinger Construction
1301 W 4th St
Joplin, MO 64801

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

Format: 5 or 6  round Swiss, depending on turnout, Game in 25 (G/25), Quick rated

Round Times: 10:00, 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00. 1 hour lunch break at 12:00

Entry fee: $1
Prizes: No Prizes

Registration: Advance Registration requested. Preferred that [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, October 24th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location</strong>: Dalton-Killinger Construction<br />
<span><span>1301 W 4th St</span></span><br />
<span><span>Joplin</span>, <span>MO</span> <span>64801</span></span></p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>5 or 6  round Swiss, depending on turnout, Game in 25 (G/25), Quick rated</p>
<p><strong>Round Times: </strong>10:00, 11:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00. 1 hour lunch break at 12:00</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $1<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> No Prizes</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Preferred that all players must be current USCF members by 10/23 and current through 10/24. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a> and membership can be accepted on site for CASH ONLY. Please check the USCF site for rates or contact TD for details for membership renewal or purchase on site.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and quick rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 9:30 a.m., first round at 10:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Springfield Tournament, October 3rd and 4th 2009</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 03 Oct 2009 03:26:56 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ October 3, 2009 9:15 am to October 4, 2009 10:00 pm. October 4, 2009; 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. ] Sorry for the late notice on this, I got it two days ago and for some reason thought I had another week to post it.

Date: October 3-4, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

Format: 5 round, Game/120, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections on the 3rd (Saturday)

Entry Fee: $10. $2 for scholastic, unrated [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sorry for the late notice on this, I got it two days ago and for some reason thought I had another week to post it.</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> October 3-4, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p><strong>Format: </strong>5 round, Game/120, USCF rated. Possible scholastic and non-USCF sections on the 3rd (Saturday)</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $10. $2 for scholastic, unrated or only playing in one day of main section (not eligible for prizes)</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> 10/3 (Saturday) 9:15-9:25 AM<br />
<strong>Round Times: </strong>Saturday 9:30 AM, 2 PM, and 6 PM. Sunday 10 AM and 2:30 PM</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> (based on 20 entries) $100 first, $40 u1700 and $40 U1250+unrated</p>
<p><strong>Contact: </strong>Michael Clark, mochessnow@yahoo.com</p>
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		<title>Joplin Summer Open</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/joplin-summer-open/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:30:55 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ August 22, 2009; 8:00 am to 8:00 pm. ] Date: Saturday, August 22nd, 2009
Location: Dalton-Killinger Construction
1301 W 4th St
Joplin, MO 64801

Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate

5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated
Two sections (based on average rating)

Entry fee: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site
Prizes: Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees

Registration: Advance Registration requested. Entry fees [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Date</strong>: Saturday, August 22nd, 2009<br />
<strong>Location</strong>: Dalton-Killinger Construction<br />
<span><span>1301 W 4th St</span></span><br />
<span><span>Joplin</span>, <span>MO</span> <span>64801</span></span></p>
<p>Hosted by the Joplin Chess Club USCF affiliate</p>
<p>5 round Swiss, Game in 60 (G/60), rated<br />
Two sections (based on average rating)</p>
<p><strong>Entry fee</strong>: $10 if pre-registered, $15 at site<br />
<strong>Prizes:</strong> Based on total entries but at least 50% of total entry fees</p>
<p><strong>Registration:</strong> Advance Registration requested. Entry fees may be paid in cash in person on August 22nd, or checks  (payable to Martin Stahl) can be mailed. All players must be current USCF members by 8/21 and current through 8/22. USCF membership can be processed online at <a href="http://www.uschess.org/" target="_blank">uschess.org</a>.</p>
<p>Registration info can be sent to:</p>
<p><a href="mailto:martin.stahl@gmail.com" target="_blank">martin.stahl@joplinchess.org</a></p>
<p>or</p>
<p>Joplin Chess Club<br />
2609 New Hampshire<br />
Joplin, Mo 64804</p>
<p>Please include name, address, phone, e-mail, USCF ID# and rating.</p>
<p>On-site registration begins at 8:00 a.m., first round at 9:00</p>
<p><strong>TD: </strong>Martin Stahl (417) 781-9091; (417) 483-1554 day of the tournament</p>
<p><strong>Please bring set, clock, board, and score sheets.</strong></p>
<p>Lunch – Players may bring their own food and drink.</p>
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		<title>Springfield August Possible Qualifier</title>
		<link>http://www.joplinchess.org/2009/06/springfield-august-possible-qualifier/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 22:10:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Martin Stahl</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[[ August 1, 2009; 9:30 am to 9:30 pm. August 2, 2009; 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Springfield July Possible Qualifier

Date: August 1-2th, 2009

Location: Southside Senior Center
2215 South Fremont Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804-3101

4SS, G/100

Prizes: $530 b/30: $150 1st, $70 each U2000, U1700, U1400, U1200, U1000+Unrated, $30 best female.
Saturday Registration: 9:30-9:45am
Round times: Sat 10, 2, 6, Sun noon.

Entry Fee: $20 rec'd by 7/24, $25 on site. Site entries cash only.

Half byes available. MCA required, or [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Springfield July Possible Qualifier</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> August 1-2th, 2009</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Southside Senior Center<br />
2215 South Fremont Avenue<br />
Springfield, MO<br />
65804-3101</p>
<p>4SS, G/100</p>
<p><strong>Prizes:</strong> $530 b/30: $150 1st, $70 each U2000, U1700, U1400, U1200, U1000+Unrated, $30 best female.<br />
<strong>Saturday Registration:</strong> 9:30-9:45am<br />
<strong>Round times:</strong> Sat 10, 2, 6, Sun noon.</p>
<p><strong>Entry Fee:</strong> $20 rec&#8217;d by 7/24, $25 on site. Site entries cash only.</p>
<p>Half byes available.<strong> MCA required, or OSA</strong>, available on site from $5.</p>
<p><strong>Information:</strong> Joseph Brozovich (417) 882.3992. (if 20+ participants, winner qualifies for MO Invitational).</p>
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