CIS tournament sections are split up by grade and skill level. The following is a guide for out tournament sections:
K-12 Open: This section is for rated players only (USCF ID Required)! Also, all players in this section must be rated at least 1500 USCF. All grades eligible.
K-12 Reserve: This section is for rated players only (USCF ID Required)! Also, all players in this section must be rated at least 1000 USCF and no more than 1499 USCF. All grades eligible.
JH-HS Novice: This section is for rated players only (USCF ID Required)! This section is for players rated under 1100 USCF and it targeted for JH/HS players, however, all grades eligible.
JH-HS NRB: This section is for UNRATED players only. Only open to students in grades 6-12.
EL Novice: This section is for rated players only (USCF ID Required)! Also, all players in this section must be rated at least 600 USCF and no more than 999 USCF. Only open to students in grades K-5.
EL Rookie: This section is for rated players only (USCF ID Required)! Also, all players in this section must be rated 600 USCF. Only open to students in grades K-5.
EL NRB: This section is for UNRATED players only. Only open to students in grades K-5.
*Some events have special sections and the sections are clearly labeled. Email us if you have additional questions.
* If you are registering for a rated section a USCF membership is required and the USCF ID must be entered. Conversely, if you are registering for an unrated section, no USCF ID should be entered.