Vancouver Chess School

Thursday Online Quads

General Information
Date Thursday, April 16, 2026
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 Shenyou Yang 1017
2 Nathan Chang 1008
3 William Weng 941
4 Julian Moraes 936
5 James Klingler 902
6 Alexander Ilichev 889
7 Darren Zhou 681
8 Jake McWilliam 667
9 Alison Chow 630
10 Kevin Liu 623
11 Krithigdev Lakshmanakumar 620
12 Mateo Olaeriu 619
13 River Liu 561
14 Abigail Lui 426
15 Jacob Shi 282

Round Group 1

Round Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[SB]
1Julian Moraes1571016936Grade 5 W2 W3 L421003
2William Weng1632374941Grade 7 L1 W4 W32992
3Alexander Ilichev1676575889Grade 3 W4 L1 L211001
4Nathan Chang15181071008Grade 4 L3 L2 W11992

Round Group 2

Round Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[SB]
1Shenyou Yang16935411017Grade 6 W3 W2 L421003
2James Klingler1640845902Grade 6 W4 L1 W32992
3Alison Chow1519569630Grade 4 L1 W4 L211001
4Darren Zhou1622878681Grade 6 L2 L3 W11992

Swiss Group 1

Swiss Group

#NameCMA IDCMA RatingGradeRd 1Rd 2Rd 3TotalTBrk[H]TBrk[C]TBrk[O]
1Mateo Olaeriu1647066619Grade 6 W5 W2 W4310069.5
2Kevin Liu1684664623Grade 7 W3 L1 W62100411.5
3Krithigdev Lakshmanakumar1671028620Grade 5 L2BYE (1.0) W729937
4Jake McWilliam1682807667Grade 4 D6 W7 L11.51003.511.5
5Abigail Lui1621934426Grade 6 L1 D6BYE (1.0)1.510028.5
6River Liu1687173561Grade 3 D4 D5 L211002.59.5
7Jacob Shi1694259282Grade KBYE (1.0) L4 L3110036.5
# Team Players CMA ID CMA Rating Grade Score Total
1 Walnut Rd. E.S. Krithigdev Lakshmanakumar 1671028 620 Grade 5 2 0
2 Dr AR Lord Elementary Mateo Olaeriu 1647066 619 Grade 6 3 0
3 Kwayhquitlum Middle School Darren Zhou 1622878 681 Grade 6 1 0
4 St Pius X River Liu 1687173 561 Grade 3 1 0
5 Unknown Shenyou Yang 1693541 1017 Grade 6 2 0
6 Queen Elizabeth Elementary School Kevin Liu 1684664 623 Grade 7 2 0
7 Chaoyin Bilingual School Alexander Ilichev 1676575 889 Grade 3 1 0
8 Queen Elizabeth William Weng 1632374 941 Grade 7 2 0
9 Elsie Roy Elementary Abigail Lui 1621934 426 Grade 6 1.5 0
10 Maple Grove Montessori Jacob Shi 1694259 282 Grade K 1 0
11 OLPH Alison Chow 1519569 630 Grade 4 1 0
12 St Augustine's School Julian Moraes 1571016 936 Grade 5 2 0
13 Renfrew E.S. Jake McWilliam 1682807 667 Grade 4 1.5 0
14 Southpointe Ac. Nathan Chang 1518107 1008 Grade 4 1 0
15 Audubon Charter School New Orleans James Klingler 1640845 902 Grade 6 2 0