Boston Metropolitan Chess League (team signup)

Date

Tuesday, September 1, 2026

Event Format

Team League. Each match consists of two games against the same opponent (one with each color) on at least four boards. Home teams have Black in Game 1 and White in Game 2.

Time Control

G/45 + 5

Sections

Two divisions based on team strength: Championship & Reserve divisions

Entry Fee

$50 per team. Teams may add players throughout the season, provided they are added to the roster at least two days before playing.

Prizes

$1,000 Guaranteed Prize Fund. Team prizes will be awarded to the Regular Season and Playoff Champions in each division, along with individual board prizes for the top performers on Boards 1–4 in each division.

Description

See full league description

**September 2026 – April 2027**
Regular season matches are played once per month from September through March, with playoffs in April. Teams select their home playing night during registration.

The Boston Metropolitan Chess League is one of the nation's oldest team chess competitions, bringing together clubs, schools, and groups from across Greater Boston for monthly team matches. The 2026–27 season features seven regular-season matches followed by divisional playoffs. Teams consist of at least four boards and play two games against each opponent—one with each color—making every match a true test of team depth. Teams may field additional players throughout the season, and clubs are welcome to enter multiple teams in different divisions. Whether you're representing a long-established chess club or organizing a new group of friends, the BMCL offers a fun, competitive, and flexible way to enjoy over-the-board team chess.

Two divisions based on team strength:
- Championship Division (approximately U2200 average strength)
- Reserve Division (approximately U1900 average strength)

Final division assignments may be adjusted to create balanced competition.

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