Vancouver Chess School

Thursday Online Quads

General Information
Date Thursday, November 27, 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
Details

πŸ† 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.

πŸ’₯ Why VCS Online Quads?

  • βœ… Fun, safe, and supportive environment
  • βœ… Play against carefully matched opponents
  • βœ… Build real tournament experience from the comfort of home
  • βœ… Prepare for bigger tournaments and long-term chess success
  • βœ… All games impact your official rating — every move matters!
  • βœ… Guided by professional arbiters and coaches

πŸ“‹ 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".

πŸ•‘ Round Schedule

  • 1st Round: 6:00 PM
  • 2nd Round: 6:40 PM
  • 3rd Round: 7:20 PM

πŸ” Mandatory Requirements

  • Regular login (No guest registration)
  • Webcam ON for the entire tournament
  • Use computer only (no iPads or tablets)
  • Chrome browser highly recommended

⚑ Registration Rules

  • Zoom waiting lounge opens 30 minutes before start.
  • Zoom & Tournament Arena will be locked when the tournament starts. No late arrivals allowed.

β™ŸοΈ 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.

🌟 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!


πŸ“Έ 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.


πŸ“ž Contact


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  • All Sections
# Player Rating CMA
1 Lucas Chen 1232
2 Charlie Tang 1188
3 Wyatt Velez 1172
4 Karl Aguirre 1056
5 Ryan Li 1031
6 Sam Evans 970
7 Teddy Siu 843
8 Aron Liu 815
9 Evan Taylor 807
10 Echo Fang 764
11 Isaac Yu 742
12 Vaughn Zhang 737
13 Murray Weaver 710
14 Callen Chau 704
15 Darren Zhou 688
16 Mateo Olaeriu 662
17 Evanson Li 578
18 HERBERT YUNG 564
19 Abigail Lui 491

Round Group 1

Round Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[SB]
1Lucas Chen16242391232Grade 3 W2 W4 W331003
2Wyatt Velez15177711172Grade 6 L1 D3 W41.599.50.75
3Karl Aguirre16737521056Grade 3 W4 D2 L11.599.50.75
4Sam Evans1521189970Grade 4 L3 L1 L201000

Round Group 2

Round Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[SB]
1Charlie Tang15725461188Grade 6 W2 W4 W331003
2Ryan Li16078941031Grade 5 L1 W3 W421001
3Evan Taylor1504449807Grade 5 W4 L2 L111000
4Teddy Siu1633138843Grade 6 L3 L1 L201000

Round Group 3

Round Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[SB]
1Darren Zhou1622878688Grade 6 D3 W4 W22.51002.75
2Murray Weaver1622351710Grade 4 W4 W3 L121001.5
3Abigail Lui1621934491Grade 6 D1 L2 W41.51001.25
4Vaughn Zhang1623756737Grade 3 L2 L1 L301000

Swiss Group 1

Swiss Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[C]TBrk[O]
1Aron Liu1673741815Grade 5BYE (1.0) W3 W2310069
2Mateo Olaeriu1647066662Grade 6 W5 W6 L12100512
3Echo Fang1673526764Grade 1 W4 L1 W7210049
4HERBERT YUNG1632082564Grade 6 L3BYE (1.0) W629937
5Isaac Yu1622722742Grade 3 L2 W7BYE (1.0)29935
6Callen Chau1621528704Grade 6 W7 L2 L4110038
7Evanson Li1581208578Grade 3 L6 L5 L30100010
# Team Players CMA ID CMA Rating Grade Score Total
1 Norma Rose Point E.S. Echo Fang 1673526 764 Grade 1 2 4
Murray Weaver 1622351 710 Grade 4 2
2 Stratford Hall Lucas Chen 1624239 1232 Grade 3 3 3
Evanson Li 1581208 578 Grade 3 0
3 Shaughnessy E.S. Charlie Tang 1572546 1188 Grade 6 3 0
4 Queen Elizabeth Elementary Wyatt Velez 1517771 1172 Grade 6 1.5 0
5 Vancouver Learning Network Karl Aguirre 1673752 1056 Grade 3 1.5 0
6 Kerrisdale Elemantary Ryan Li 1607894 1031 Grade 5 2 0
7 Unknown Sam Evans 1521189 970 Grade 4 0 0
8 Trafalgar E.S. Teddy Siu 1633138 843 Grade 6 0 0
9 Jamieson Elementary Aron Liu 1673741 815 Grade 5 3 0
10 St. George's Jr. Evan Taylor 1504449 807 Grade 5 1 0
11 False Creek E.S. Isaac Yu 1622722 742 Grade 3 2 0
12 JQ Vaughn Zhang 1623756 737 Grade 3 0 0
13 Cape Horn E.S. Callen Chau 1621528 704 Grade 6 1 0
14 Kwayhquitlum Middle School Darren Zhou 1622878 688 Grade 6 2.5 0
15 Dr AR Lord Elementary Mateo Olaeriu 1647066 662 Grade 6 2 0
16 St. Georges School HERBERT YUNG 1632082 564 Grade 6 2 0
17 Elsie Roy Elementary Abigail Lui 1621934 491 Grade 6 1.5 0