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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5
Meets
358
Players
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Matches Played
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 can be found here. For 2021-22 our chess meets will be played in person.
When is the chess season?
The CYC Chess season runs from December through February. The standard schedule is 4 qualifying meets and a championship meet for the top 40 qualifiers in each age group. CYC Chess Meets will start again on December 11, 2021.
When is the Championship Meet?
The top 40 qualifiers in each age group picked from all four qualifying meets will be invited to participate at the Archdiocesan Chess Championship meet. The list of qualifiers will be posted the week of 2/7/22. Finals will be on 2/26/22 at CBC High School
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 can be found here. For 2021-22 our chess meets will be played in person.
When is the chess season?
WHEN IS THE CHESS SEASON?
The CYC Chess season runs from December through February. The standard schedule is 4 qualifying meets and a championship meet for the top 40 qualifiers in each age group. CYC Chess Meets will start again on December 11, 2021.
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 at the Archdiocesan Chess Championship meet. The list of qualifiers will be posted the week of 2/7/22. Finals will be on 2/26/22 at CBC High School
Schedules, Standings, and More!
2021-22 Season will be played in person!
CYC Chess Meet - 12/11/2021 St. Joseph Cottleville
Date: December 11, 2021
Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: St. Joseph (Cottleville)
CYC Chess Meet- 1/8/2022 Ascension
Date: January 8, 2022
Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: Ascension
CYC Chess Meet- 1/22/2022 St. James the Greater
Date: January 22, 2022
Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: St. James the Greater
CYC Chess Meet- 2/5/2022 SLUH
Date: February 5, 2022
Time: 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location: St. Louis University High 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.