Tournament Types
Four levels of competition for every player.
Short, instructional-style tournaments
3-round Swiss, G/30; d5
For players under 19 (Grade 12 or under)
Focus on learning and fun
Habilis Events
Learn. Play. Grow.
Best For:
Young & developing players.
Neanderthal Events
Quick. Tough. Competitive.
Adult/Open quick tournaments
3×3 Open (3-round Swiss, 3 sections)
Sections: Gold (1800+), Silver (U1800), Bronze (1400)
Sans Prix (no prizes) or Avec Prix (prize fund)
Best For:
Intermediate to advanced players looking for quick competition.
Caveman Events
Core. Branded. Local.
Signature or branded tournaments by Caveman Chess
Quick formats (3×3 Sans Prix) or multi-day opens (3×4)
Beginner Opens with U1400 / U1000 / U600 sections
Held at Caveman Chess Center (Park Ridge, IL)
Best For:
All players — our core community.
Sapiens Events
Premier. Advanced. Elite.
Premium multi-day open tournaments
5-round Swiss over a weekend
Premier (1800+) & Reserve (U1800 and below) with class prizes
Significant prize funds (ex: $5,000 based on 60 entries)
Best For:
Serious players seeking deeper competition & bigger rewards.
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