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EPSCA Rapidplay Championship
This page is a general introduction to the EPSCA Rapidplay.
There is a separate page especially for those interested in competing in the tournament so they can qualify for the
England Under 11 Team Trials.
Introduction
The EPSCA Rapidplay Championship is a good competition for primary school children to take part in.
It is a one day competition, held in Liverpool, in January each year.
It has a section for novices and more advanced players in each age group from under 8, to 11.
The EPSCA Rapidplay Championship is organised by EPSCA (The English Primary Schools Chess Association).
Details may change slightly from year to year, but this page is intended to give you an idea of what to expect if you are interested in taking part.
Full details can be found either on EPSCA's website www.epsca.org.uk or from Peter Purland (contact details in the right hand column.)
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Who can take part?
To take part in January 2012, you must have been under 11 years old at the end of 31st August 2011.
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Where is it held?
The EPSCA Rapidplay is normally held inside school grounds in Liverpool.
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 What is the timetable?
The tournament lasts from roughly 11am to 6pm.
There are usually 6 rounds:
| Round 1 |
11.10 - 12.00 noon |
| Round 2 |
12.20 - 1.10 pm |
| Round 3 |
1.30 - 2.20 pm |
| Round 4 |
2.40 - 3.30 pm |
| Round 5 |
3.50 - 4.40 pm |
| Round 6 |
5.00 - 5.50 pm |
Each player plays one game per round.
Each round is followed by a break for refreshments etc.
The presentation of prizes etc takes place at about 5.50 pm.
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 Prizes.
In each section,
The Winner will receive a trophy.
The Runner-up will receive a medal.
The presentation of prizes etc takes place at about 5.50 pm in each section.
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How are the sections organised?
Entries are divided into seven seperate sections to suit age and ability.
For more skillful players:
- Under 11 Open.
- Under 10, section A.
- Under 9, section A.
For novices and less skillful players:
- Under 11, section B.
- Under 10, section B.
- Under 9, section B.
Plus a separate section, especially for the under 8s:
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 Rate of play.
Each player is expected to use a chess clock, and has 25 minutes to complete all the moves in each game.
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Entry forms |
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The 2012 EPSCA rapidplay will be held on
Saturday
14th January 2012.
At:
Broadgreen Comprehensive School,
Liverpool
L13 5UQ
Entry forms
 PDF
If you have any questions about the tournament, please contact:
Peter Purland
(Chief Controller)
Email:  .
Tel: 0151 639 1797
The 2010 entry fee was £5.50
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