ABOUT THE LVCA
LVCA’s Purpose, Benefits and Moral Expectations for LVCA Members :
LVCA 2008 Accomplishments: Our affiliate currently has sponsored (over 150) chess tournaments during years 2006-2009. We have provided for unrated tournaments for the Non-USCF beginners, 5 to 14 years of age. We have provided for rated USCF scholastic tournaments for the school age chess player, K through 12th grade. We have provided for rated open chess tournaments (for all ages) with guaranteed trophies, cash and prizes totaling over ($7000) Seven thousand dollars from 2006-present. Players who have participated in our major events range from 5 years of age to senior citizens.
What does the LVCA Provide that other chess clubs lack:
1. A safe and friendly environment for both children and adults to play chess in with the intent to provide for the basics of mental competition and development in an environment promoting good sportsmanship.
2. To encourage the basis for long term friendships that will extend into the community and the future through the common experience of the game of chess.
3. To establish an atmosphere for learning through chess while having good clean fun.
*NEW*4. To aid in the development of each others chess ability by providing support and direction and shared knowlege through practice and discussions while engaging in varius types of USCF rated events.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Table of Contents
- How do I find the club?
- Where can I find my current rating?
- Who is the Tournament Directors?
- What are the entry fees?
- What does the entry fees go to?
How do I find the club?
Currently the club is meeting at 11th and Tilghman Streets and at colleges. We are currently holding tournaments at LCCC every 3-4 months.
Where can I find my (my childs) current rating?
Your ratings, of any USCF member can be found at the USCF website. If your registered you can check out our pre-registered page with quick links to the rating of the person already in the tournament.
Who is the Tournament Director?
Currently there are two USCF Certified Directors. Mr. William Bybel, and Mr. Bruce Davis. Our contact information as well as our e-mail addresses can be found on the Contact Us page.
We also have a small volunteer staff that help us set up and maintain concessions and a chess store while we direct the tournament.
What are the entry fees?
The entry fees vary. Depending on location and type of tournament. Normally between $25-40 per person for 5 rounds. Some tournaments with more rounds and longer schedules (more than 1 day)will be higher priced and faster Schedules (1 day or less)will be lower priced.
What does the entry fees go to?
To promote chess in the Lehigh Valley.
The Lehigh Valley is a collection of 3 major urban areas on the East-central border of Pennsylvania with New Jersey. It is made up of the cities of Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, and all suburbs. Roughly 1,000,000 people live in this area.