23rd Annual “CCC FIDE Fall Classical”
Ready for a fall chess challenge? Head to Coppell, Texas, from Friday, November 21 to Sunday, November 23, 2025 for the “CCC FIDE Fall Classical”, hosted by the Coppell Chess Club. This 3-day event features FIDE-rated sections, cash prizes, and is limited to the first 96 registrations — 32 in each section — making it a compact yet serious tournament.
Whether you’re chasing FIDE rating performance, class prizes, or just competitive practice, this event has something for you. Expect a professionally run Swiss, clear time controls, and a friendly Texas chess-club atmosphere.
🗓️ Event Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| 🗓️ Dates | Friday, November 21 – Sunday, November 23, 2025 |
| 📍 Location | Coppell Chess Club, Coppell, Texas, USA |
| ♟️ Format | 5-Round Swiss (3-day classical) |
| 💵 Entry Fee | (to be confirmed) |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE-rated (top sections) & USCF-rated |
| ✅ Eligibility | Open to all; sections limited to 32 players each (first-come) |
| 🎯 Prize Fund | Cash prizes (over $1,500 total) |
| 🔧 Additional | Limited field (96 total players); early registration advised |
🏆 Prize Fund
Section | 1st | 2nd | 3rd
Each section | Cash prize category (see full regs)
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
Time control: Classical format for all rounds (details per section).
Swiss pairings; sections may adjust based on turnout.
3-day schedule: one round per day Sunday through Sunday.
Byes and re-entry rules outlined in full regulations.
📂 Sections / Groups
| Section | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| Championship / Open | All players eligible; FIDE rating applicable |
| U1800 | Players rated under 1800 USCF / FIDE equivalent |
| U1400 | Players rated under 1400 USCF or unrated |
📅 Schedule
| Date | Time | Activity / Round |
|---|---|---|
| Fri, Nov 21 | Evening (TBD) | Round 1 |
| Sat, Nov 22 | Morning | Round 2 |
| Sat, Nov 22 | Afternoon/Evening | Round 3 |
| Sun, Nov 23 | Morning | Round 4 |
| Sun, Nov 23 | Afternoon | Round 5 |
📝 Registration
Register online via the Coppell Chess Club tournament page.
Only the first 96 registrations accepted (32 per section).
Early payment strongly recommended to secure spot.
Unrated players may enter eligible sections; prize eligibility may vary.
👥 Organizer
Organised by the Coppell Chess Club.
Email: info@coppellchessclub.com
Website: https://www.coppellchessclub.com/tournaments/ccc-fide-fall-classical-nov-21-to-nov-23-2025
Phone: via club contact page
🏨 Venue
The tournament will be held at the Coppell Chess Club venue in Coppell, Texas, USA. Check the club page for exact address and directions.
🚗 How to Get There
Nearest major airport: Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW) — ~20–30 minutes drive to Coppell.
Driving: Use Dallas area highways with exits for Coppell; ample parking typically available at the club venue or local facilities.
Local accommodations: Players should book early as Dallas-area hotels fill quickly on chess weekend.