Oklahoma Chess Association
The official U.S. Chess affiliate for the state of Oklahoma
RED RIVER SHOOTOUT XXII
& the Carter County Open
May 11, 2024
Lake Murray Lodge
3323 Lodge Road in Ardmore, Oklahoma map
The Red River Shootout (RRSO) is an annual team match between Texas and Oklahoma. Players are matched with an opponent of similar rating for two games (one as black, one as white). Read about the tournament's history and notable players here.
Players are encouraged to come early and stay late to enjoy a hike, rent a boat or jet ski, or just relax and enjoy the view of crystal clear, spring-fed Lake Murray. We'll post cabin and room rates here soon, so check back or just give the Lodge a call at (580) 223-6600.
Format: two games (one as black, one as white)
Time control: G/80;+5
Eligibility: To be eligible for the RRSO, players must have
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an established regular rating
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a current US Chess membership
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Texas or Oklahoma as their state affiliation
Anyone with a current US Chess membership may participate in the Carter County Open. The format will be four rounds, game in 30 minutes with a five-second delay.
After check-in, we will pair as many eligible players as we can with a similarly-rated (usually within 50 points) opponent from the other side of the Red River. We hope everyone who wants to play in the RRSO will be able to, but it all depends on who shows up to play. If you do not get an opponent in the RRSO, or if you're from a state other than Oklahoma or Texas, or if you're a new player, we'll put you in the Carter County Open.
Schedule for both events:
9:00–9:45 check in
10:30 round one
2:30 round two
Carter County Open rounds 3 & 4 will begin ASAP following the last game of the previous round.
Entry: $25 (cash onsite or Venmo). If you plan to be there, please sign up in advance using the form below. This helps us get an idea of how much space we'll need. You can always let us know if something comes up and you can't make it.
If you have questions, contact one of the team captains:
Tom Crane (Texas) 817-296-4287 or tcrane5000@gmail.com
Rebecca Rutledge (Oklahoma) 405-642-6136 or info@ochess.org