The Midrand Chess Club (MCC) will be hosting the MCC Juniors Classical Tournament, a formally rated junior chess tournament aimed at developing young players and expanding access to competitive chess in Midrand and surrounding communities.
The tournament will feature:
Classical time control: 60+60
5 rounds
Multiple age sections (from U20)
Medals and trophies for winners in each age group
Official rating submission to Johannesburg Metro Chess (JMC)
This event is designed not only as a competition, but as a developmental platform to expose young players, particularly from schools in underserved areas, to structured, rated chess.
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