Play in my FREE February 2026 Online U1600 tournament
Winner gets a $20 Amazon gift card
I'm hosting my February 2026 FREE rapid online tournament on chess.com, and you're invited to compete for a chance to win a $20 Amazon gift card!
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Tournament Details
When: Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 10 AM PST (1 PM ET). Mark your calendars!
Format: This is an Swiss tournament, which is three rounds. The tournament should take about one hour to complete.
Time Control: A slow-paced 10 minutes per game. That means a game can last about 20 minutes.
Prize: The first-place winner will receive a $20 USD Amazon gift . I'm personally funding this prize, and entry is completely free!
Eligibility: Open to all players who are rated under 1600 on chess.com with a minimum of ten games played on chess.com. If you're a newer player, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience by playing against a variety of opponents who are rated under the 1600 rating level.
Cheating is strictly prohibited. Chess.com uses advanced detection methods, and any dishonest play will be caught. It's not worth the risk!
Spread the word! Please share this tournament with anyone you think might be interested. Your support is greatly appreciated!
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Want a Bigger Prize Pool?
I'm currently funding the $20 prize myself, but I'm always looking to grow the prize fund for future tournaments! If you're interested in donating to help offer larger prizes, please reach out to me.
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About Me
Beyond the chessboard, I recently crocheted one of the world's longest scarves! This black and white masterpiece weighs 75 pounds and stretches over 500 feet. My dream is to display it publicly to inspire others in both chess and crochet.
I'm also exploring options to auction this unique scarf with a non-profit. If it sells for $300,000, I'd be thrilled to donate at least 10% ($30,000 minimum) to support their vital work. If you have connections or ideas for displaying or auctioning the scarf, please contact me!
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See you on the virtual chessboard!
Lauren Goodkind
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