Learn the fundamentals of chess in an environment that stresses the enjoyment and learning of the game.
Chess
A game of strategy for all skill levels
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It's more than just chess
We build communities of faith through sports
Learn the fundamentals of chess in an environment that stresses the enjoyment and learning of the game.
5
Chess Meets
358
Players
2296
Matches Played
Get Started with CYC Chess
Get answers to the most common questions
How do I register?
Looking to join chess?
Participants can join a team at one of the following participating programs or register as an individual to play in our tournaments.
Registration for CYC Tournaments will begin on November 1.
Register here
When is the chess season?
The CYC Chess season runs from December through February.
The schedule is 4 qualifying meets and a championship meet for the top 40 qualifiers in each age group.
CYC Chess Meets are on Saturdays and will start again on December 12, 2026
When is the Championship Meet?
The top 40 qualifiers in each age group picked from all four qualifying meets will be invited to participate.
The Archdiocesan Chess Championship meet will be on Saturday February 20, 2027 at TBD.
How do I register?
HOW DO I REGISTER?
Looking to join chess?
Participants can join a team at one of the following participating programs or register as an individual to play in our tournaments.
Registration for CYC tournaments will begin on November 1.
Register here
When is the chess season?
WHEN IS THE CHESS SEASON?
The CYC Chess season runs from December through February.
The schedule is 4 qualifying meets and a championship meet for the top 40 qualifiers in each age group.
CYC Chess Meets are on Saturdays and will start again on December 13, 2025
When is the Championship Meet?
WHEN IS THE CHAMPIONSHIP MEET?
The top 40 qualifiers in each age group picked from all four qualifying meets will be invited to participate.
The Archdiocesan Chess Championship meet will be on Saturday February 21, 2026 at TBD.
Schedules, Standings, and More!
Registration for CYC Tournaments will be begin on November 1.
Chess Meet - Sat 12/12/2026 St. Joseph-Cottleville
Date: December 12, 2026
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: St. Joseph-Cottleville
CYC Chess Meet - 1/9/2027 St. Joseph Imperial
Date: January 9, 2027
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: St. Joseph-Imperial
Chess Meet - Sat 1/16/2027 - St. Ann-Normandy
Date: January 16, 2027
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: St. Ann-Normandy
Chess Meet - Sat 2/6/2027 - Priory High School
Date: February 6, 2027
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Saint Louis Priory School
Where can I play CYC Sports?
In CYC sports you have the opportunity to play for program associated with your neighborhood church, or the school you go to.