Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18 is a one-day, three-round event at the DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville. Major, Reserve and Booster sections are separated by rating, with Major and Reserve carrying both FIDE and US Chess rating while Booster is US Chess rated only. All three rounds use the long G/60 +30 time control.
The tournament follows Wilson Chess’s plus-score award format rather than a conventional fixed total prize fund. Major players scoring 3/3 receive the published top award, Reserve players are rewarded at 2.5 points, and Booster players earn a prize at 2.0 points. Boards, sets and clocks are provided, reducing equipment requirements for participants.
Round 1 begins at 10:00 AM, Round 2 at 2:00 PM, and the final round follows Round 2 but not before 5:00 PM. Advance registration begins at $50, with higher fees closer to the event date and a $20 play-up fee for eligible players within 100 rating points. One bye is allowed if committed before Round 2.
📌 Event Details
Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18 is scheduled for January 31, 2027 at DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville in Lisle, Illinois, with the principal tournament facts summarized here.
| Event Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏆 Tournament | Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18 |
| 📅 Date | January 31, 2027 |
| 🎮 Playing Day | Sunday |
| 📍 Location | Lisle, Illinois, United States |
| 🏨 Venue | DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville – 3003 Corporate West Dr, Lisle, IL 60532 |
| 🏛️ Organizer | Wilson Chess |
| ♟️ Format | 3-round Swiss |
| 🔢 Rounds | 3 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | G/60 +30 |
| ⭐ FIDE Rated | Major and Reserve |
| 🎒 Equipment | Boards, sets and clocks provided |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The published playing controls for Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18 include All sections: G/60 +30.
| Stage / Section | Time Control |
|---|---|
| All sections | G/60 +30 |
🏆 Prize Fund
Prize distribution is based on event-specific score or section awards, with the main published awards summarized by section or scoring category.
| Category | Prize / Award |
|---|---|
| Major | 3.0 points: $125 |
| Reserve | 2.5 points: $50 |
| Booster | 2.0 points: $25 |
🧩 Sections / Groups
The event is organized into Major, Reserve, Booster, with rating or eligibility conditions shown for each group.
| Section / Group | Eligibility / Details |
|---|---|
| Major | 1900+; maximum FIDE rating 2399; FIDE rated |
| Reserve | Under 1900; FIDE rated |
| Booster | Under 1600; US Chess rated only |
📅 Schedule
Play is organized around the published schedule beginning with Round 1: 10:00 AM; Round 2: 2:00 PM; later rounds follow the event-specific timetable shown here.
| Day / Stage | Time / Details |
|---|---|
| Round 1 | 10:00 AM |
| Round 2 | 2:00 PM |
| Round 3 | After Round 2, but not before 5:00 PM |
📝 Registration
Entry terms vary by deadline and eligibility; key published conditions include By Jan 23: $50; By Jan 30: $60; Later / onsite: $65.
| Registration Item | Details |
|---|---|
| By Jan 23 | $50 |
| By Jan 30 | $60 |
| Later / onsite | $65 |
| Play-up | $20 when eligible within 100 points |
| Refund processing | $15 |
👥 Organizer
Wilson Chess is the published organizer or registration authority for Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18; the official links below should be used for final entry and event updates.
| Organizer Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏛️ Organizer | Wilson Chess |
| 🔗 US Chess Event Page | US Chess event page |
| 🌐 Official / Registration | https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WCJan27FIDE18 |
📍 Venue
DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville hosts the tournament at 3003 Corporate West Dr, Lisle, IL 60532, United States; the coordinates below are used for accurate mapping.
| Venue Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 🏨 Venue | DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville |
| 📍 Full Address | 3003 Corporate West Dr, Lisle, IL 60532, United States |
| 🧭 Latitude / Longitude | 41.8074152, -88.1102067 |
🚆 How to Get There
Travel planning is centered on ✈️ Airports: Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) serve the Lisle/Naperville region.; 🚗 Driving: The hotel is in the Corporate West corridor near major suburban highways., with the most practical local connection noted below.
| Transport Option | Details |
|---|---|
| ✈️ Airports | Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and Midway (MDW) serve the Lisle/Naperville region. |
| 🚗 Driving | The hotel is in the Corporate West corridor near major suburban highways. |
| 🚕 Local transfer | Car or rideshare is the most direct option from regional airports and rail stations. |
🏨 Accommodation
Accommodation is centered on DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville; the published hotel or nearby lodging information is summarized below.
| Hotel / Option | Details |
|---|---|
| DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle Naperville | Playing venue – 3003 Corporate West Dr, Lisle, IL 60532. |
ℹ️ Other Information
Additional rules on byes, equipment, rating eligibility, parking or event administration can affect participation in Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18.
- Maximum one bye, committed before the start of Round 2.
- Boards, sets and clocks are provided.
- The prize structure is plus-score based; there is no published single guaranteed total prize fund.
🔗 Official Resources
The US Chess listing and the organizer’s official page are the primary sources for Jan. Wilson Chess FIDE Plus Score #18; players should recheck them shortly before travel.
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 US Chess Listing | https://new.uschess.org/jan-wilson-chess-fide-plus-score-18 |
| 🔗 Official / Registration | https://www.kingregistration.com/event/WCJan27FIDE18 |
Organizer
♟️ About Wilson Chess
Wilson Chess is a chess education and tournament organization based in the greater Chicago, Illinois area. Founded in 2023 by Danial Wilson, the organization combines US Chess and FIDE-rated tournament activity with private coaching, group instruction, scholastic programs, camps, and school-based chess. Its competitive program ranges from beginner-friendly scholastic events to large open tournaments and FIDE-rated events for experienced players.
Wilson Chess operates tournaments in several formats, including Swiss events, scholastic competitions, rapid and blitz chess, round robins, and multi-section open tournaments with cash prizes. In addition, its educational program serves both junior and adult players through one-on-one lessons, seminars, camps, and school programs. The organization works with K–8 schools and high schools while also supporting fundraising activities for schools and nonprofit organizations.
Danial Wilson, the founder and president, remains the primary figure behind the organization. He is a US Chess National Tournament Director and FIDE Arbiter with extensive experience as a coach, organizer, and tournament director. Wilson Chess has an active 2026 schedule, including the Illinois Open State Championship, Chicago-area open tournaments, scholastic events, regular FIDE-rated competitions, and a GM/IM norm invitational.
📜 History and Development
Wilson Chess was established in 2023 with a dual focus on tournament organization and chess education. Its development has been closely connected with the Chicagoland chess community and with Danial Wilson’s work in scholastic chess.
Wilson previously received the Chicago Public Schools Coach of the Year award in 2019 for his work with the Taft High School chess program. He has also served in tournament-directing and organizing roles at major US Chess events and has worked with the Chicago Chess Foundation.
As Wilson Chess expanded, it developed a broad tournament calendar covering both scholastic and adult competition. The organization also works with King Registration on a number of its larger tournaments.
🏆 Tournament Activity
Wilson Chess has a substantial program of rated tournaments during 2026. The 2026 Chicago Summer Open, held June 19–21 in Schaumburg, featured six rating sections, with the top three sections FIDE rated. The event offered a $10,000 guaranteed prize fund and was accompanied by scholastic and blitz competitions.
A major event on the current schedule is the 2026 Illinois Open State Championship, scheduled for September 3–7, 2026 in Lisle. Wilson Chess and King Registration are organizing the event, which offers six sections, FIDE rating in the Open, Under 2100, and Under 1900 sections, and a $15,000 prize fund. The program also includes the Illinois Open Blitz Championship and an individual scholastic tournament.
Wilson Chess and King Registration are additionally scheduled to organize the 2026 Chicago Fall GM/IM Norm Round Robin from September 30 to October 4. The nine-round FIDE- and US Chess-rated invitational is designed to provide opportunities for GM and IM norms. Wilson Chess also continues its recurring FIDE Plus Score events and scholastic tournament series.
🎓 Youth Chess and Training
Chess education forms the other main part of Wilson Chess’s activity. The organization offers private lessons, group seminars, chess camps, and school programs, with instruction adapted to different playing levels.
Its school program includes chess enrichment for K–8 students and competitive programs for high-school players. Students can therefore combine regular instruction with tournament experience through Wilson Chess’s scholastic competitions.
The coaching team includes International Master Arjun Vishnuvardhan, who serves as a premier chess coach, and Illinois-based coach Austin Earsley, alongside Danial Wilson. Their programs cover players ranging from beginners to experienced tournament competitors.
🏛️ Organization and Leadership
Danial Wilson is the founder and president of Wilson Chess. In addition to his organizational responsibilities, he works as a private and scholastic coach, tournament director, and tournament organizer.
Wilson is certified as a National Tournament Director by US Chess and is a FIDE Arbiter. His background in both scholastic and open tournament chess helps connect the organization’s educational programs with its expanding competitive calendar.
Wilson Chess also maintains an advisory connection with experienced figures in the Chicago chess community, including representatives with backgrounds in nonprofit chess development and large-scale tournament organization.
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