Thursday Online Quads
- Description
- Results
- Teams
| Date | Thursday, October 2, 2025 |
| Time | 06:00 PM-08:00 PM |
| Location | Online |
| Rounds | 3 |
| Format | All levels. Juniors only. |
| Entry Fee | $15 |
| Π‘ancellation time | 24 hours |
| Organizer | Maxim Doroshenko |
π VCS Online Quads
Why Encourage Your Child to Join Chess Tournaments?
Tournament participation is an essential part of chess education.
We encourage players of all levels, including beginners, to sharpen their skills by competing regularly:
- Tournaments are organized by player ratings to ensure fair matchups.
- Participation builds resilience, sportsmanship, and character.
- Success is measured by growth, not just results.
π₯ Why VCS Online Quads?
- β Fun, safe, and supportive environment
- β Play against carefully matched opponents
- β Build real tournament experience from the comfort of home
- β Prepare for bigger tournaments and long-term chess success
- β All games impact your official rating — every move matters!
- β Guided by professional arbiters and coaches
π Tournament Details
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Qualification: | All Levels. Juniors Only. |
| Date & Time: | Thursdays, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Time Control: | Game in 20 minutes (Approx. 40 minutes each round) |
| Location: | Online |
| Format: | 3-round Quad format. Players are matched with others close to their level, ensuring a fair and exciting tournament experience. |
| Ratings: | CMA Rated (What is CMA?) |
| Registration Fee: | $15 (Online Only) |
| Cut-off Time: | Registration closes Thursdays at 5:00 PM (1 hour before start) |
| Prizes: | - Medals for perfect 3/3 score winners - Diamond achievement on VCS "Wall of Fame" for students |
| Bye Requests: | Not permitted. Players must complete all assigned games. |
| Refund Policy: | Full refund if cancelled 24 hours before event. Cancel via your parent/student account under "My Tournament". |
π Round Schedule
- 1st Round: 6:00 PM
- 2nd Round: 6:40 PM
- 3rd Round: 7:20 PM
π Mandatory Requirements
- Regular login (No guest registration)
- Webcam ON for the entire tournament
- Use computer only (no iPads or tablets)
- Chrome browser highly recommended
β‘ Registration Rules
- Zoom waiting lounge opens 30 minutes before start.
- Zoom & Tournament Arena will be locked when the tournament starts. No late arrivals allowed.
βοΈ Online Tournament Rules
- Do not "X" out of your game. Only Checkmate, Resign, or Draw (after move 30) are allowed.
- No draw offers before move 30.
- Anti-cheating software is active. No computer support or external assistance allowed. Violations will result in a permanent ban from VCS tournaments.
- Players must be alone in a quiet room with webcam on. Background noise or disruptions may result in penalties.
- No talking during the game.
- Washroom breaks are only allowed between rounds. Leaving during play may result in forfeit.
- Arbiters’ decisions are final and must be respected.
- Appeals must be submitted in writing within 48 hours to info@vanchess.ca. Include player name, event name, and game link if available.
- By registering, players and guardians accept all rules. VCS is not liable for outcomes or disciplinary actions arising from rule enforcement.
π Student Success Stories
Many of our top-rated students started by competing in our Quad tournaments. It's a great first step toward tournament success!
πΈ Photography and Video Consent
The organizer may capture event photos and videos for promotional use.
If you wish to opt out, please submit a written request before the event.
π Contact
- π§ Email: info@vanchess.ca
- βοΈ Phone: (604) 568-3283
β¨ Ready to Play?
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- All Sections
| # | Player | Rating CMA |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nathan Chang | 1107 |
| 2 | Karl Aguirre | 1107 |
| 3 | Sage Wu | 1035 |
| 4 | Ryan Li | 948 |
| 5 | Sam Evans | 926 |
| 6 | James Klingler | 871 |
| 7 | Teddy Siu | 850 |
| 8 | Evan Taylor | 819 |
| 9 | Aron Liu | 815 |
| 10 | Sam Zhao | 765 |
| 11 | Shawn Chen | 749 |
| 12 | Vaughn Zhang | 736 |
| 13 | Luca Mitchell | 729 |
| 14 | Murray Weaver | 713 |
| 15 | Callen Chau | 704 |
| 16 | Emery Ning | 682 |
| 17 | Isaac Yu | 616 |
| 18 | Abigail Lui | 561 |
| 19 | Mateo Olaeriu | 541 |
| 20 | HERBERT YUNG | 518 |
| 21 | Ian Xu | 352 |
Round Group 1
Round Group
| # | Name | CMA ID | CMA Rating | Grade | Rd 1 | Rd 2 | Rd 3 | Total | TBrk[H] | TBrk[SB] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nathan Chang | 1518107 | 1107 | Grade 4 | ♙ W3 | ♟ W2 | ♟ W4 | 3 | 100 | 3 |
| 2 | Karl Aguirre | 1673752 | 1107 | Grade 3 | ♟ W4 | ♙ L1 | ♟ W3 | 2 | 100 | 1 |
| 3 | Teddy Siu | 1633138 | 850 | Grade 6 | ♟ L1 | ♙ W4 | ♙ L2 | 1 | 100 | 0 |
| 4 | Sam Evans | 1521189 | 926 | Grade 4 | ♙ L2 | ♟ L3 | ♙ L1 | 0 | 100 | 0 |
Round Group 2
Round Group
| # | Name | CMA ID | CMA Rating | Grade | Rd 1 | Rd 2 | Rd 3 | Total | TBrk[H] | TBrk[SB] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sage Wu | 1640834 | 1035 | Grade 2 | ♙ W2 | ♟ W3 | ♙ W4 | 3 | 100 | 3 |
| 2 | Ryan Li | 1607894 | 948 | Grade 5 | ♟ L1 | ♙ W4 | ♟ W3 | 2 | 100 | 1 |
| 3 | Abigail Lui | 1621934 | 561 | Grade 6 | ♟ W4 | ♙ L1 | ♙ L2 | 1 | 100 | 0 |
| 4 | Luca Mitchell | 1621293 | 729 | Grade 5 | ♙ L3 | ♟ L2 | ♟ L1 | 0 | 100 | 0 |
Round Group 3
Round Group
| # | Name | CMA ID | CMA Rating | Grade | Rd 1 | Rd 2 | Rd 3 | Total | TBrk[H] | TBrk[SB] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Evan Taylor | 1504449 | 819 | Grade 5 | ♟ W3 | ♙ D2 | ♙ W4 | 2.5 | 100 | 2.75 |
| 2 | Callen Chau | 1621528 | 704 | Grade 6 | ♙ L4 | ♟ D1 | BYE (1.0) | 1.5 | 100 | 2.25 |
| 3 | Shawn Chen | 1526398 | 749 | Grade 6 | ♙ L1 | ♟ W4 | BYE (0.0) | 1 | 100 | 1 |
| 4 | Sam Zhao | 1503369 | 765 | Grade 7 | ♟ W2 | ♙ L3 | ♟ L1 | 1 | 99 | 1.5 |
Round Group 4
Round Group
| # | Name | CMA ID | CMA Rating | Grade | Rd 1 | Rd 2 | Rd 3 | Total | TBrk[H] | TBrk[SB] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | James Klingler | 1640845 | 871 | Grade 6 | ♙ W3 | ♟ W4 | ♙ W2 | 3 | 100 | 3 |
| 2 | Aron Liu | 1673741 | 815 | Grade 5 | ♙ W4 | ♟ W3 | ♟ L1 | 2 | 100 | 1 |
| 3 | Emery Ning | 1622867 | 682 | Grade 1 | ♟ L1 | ♙ L2 | ♟ W4 | 1 | 100 | 0 |
| 4 | HERBERT YUNG | 1632082 | 518 | Grade 6 | ♟ L2 | ♙ L1 | ♙ L3 | 0 | 100 | 0 |
Swiss Group 1
Swiss Group
| # | Name | CMA ID | CMA Rating | Grade | Rd 1 | Rd 2 | Rd 3 | Total | TBrk[H] | TBrk[C] | TBrk[O] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Murray Weaver | 1622351 | 713 | Grade 4 | ♟ W5 | ♙ W2 | ♟ W3 | 3 | 100 | 6 | 6 |
| 2 | Vaughn Zhang | 1623756 | 736 | Grade 3 | ♙ W3 | ♟ L1 | ♙ W5 | 2 | 100 | 4 | 8 |
| 3 | Isaac Yu | 1622722 | 616 | Grade 3 | ♟ L2 | ♙ W5 | ♙ L1 | 1 | 100 | 2 | 10 |
| 4 | Mateo Olaeriu | 1647066 | 541 | Grade 6 | BYE (0.0) | BYE (0.0) | BYE (0.0) | 0 | 100 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Ian Xu | 1682289 | 352 | Grade 4 | ♙ L1 | ♟ L3 | ♟ L2 | 0 | 100 | 0 | 12 |
| # | Team | Players | CMA ID | CMA Rating | Grade | Score | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Trafalgar E.S. | Teddy Siu | 1633138 | 850 | Grade 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 2 | Sunset Elementary | Luca Mitchell | 1621293 | 729 | Grade 5 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Emily Carr Elementary | Sam Zhao | 1503369 | 765 | Grade 7 | 1 | 0 |
| 4 | Unknown | Sam Evans | 1521189 | 926 | Grade 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 | Audubon Charter School New Orleans | James Klingler | 1640845 | 871 | Grade 6 | 3 | 0 |
| 6 | St. George's Jr. | Evan Taylor | 1504449 | 819 | Grade 5 | 2.5 | 0 |
| 7 | Jamieson Elementary | Aron Liu | 1673741 | 815 | Grade 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 8 | Southpointe Ac. | Nathan Chang | 1518107 | 1107 | Grade 4 | 3 | 0 |
| 9 | West Point Grey Ac. | Ian Xu | 1682289 | 352 | Grade 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Elsie Roy Elementary | Abigail Lui | 1621934 | 561 | Grade 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 11 | JQ | Vaughn Zhang | 1623756 | 736 | Grade 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 12 | Dr AR Lord Elementary | Mateo Olaeriu | 1647066 | 541 | Grade 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Vancouver Learning Network | Karl Aguirre | 1673752 | 1107 | Grade 3 | 2 | 0 |
| 14 | False Creek E.S. | Isaac Yu | 1622722 | 616 | Grade 3 | 1 | 0 |
| 15 | Westside Montessori Academy | Sage Wu | 1640834 | 1035 | Grade 2 | 3 | 0 |
| 16 | Cape Horn E.S. | Callen Chau | 1621528 | 704 | Grade 6 | 1.5 | 0 |
| 17 | Sexsmith | Shawn Chen | 1526398 | 749 | Grade 6 | 1 | 0 |
| 18 | Kerrisdale Elemantary | Ryan Li | 1607894 | 948 | Grade 5 | 2 | 0 |
| 19 | Norma Rose Point E.S. | Murray Weaver | 1622351 | 713 | Grade 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Emery Ning | 1622867 | 682 | Grade 1 | 1 | |||
| 20 | St. Georges School | HERBERT YUNG | 1632082 | 518 | Grade 6 | 0 | 0 |
