Resources
What West Texas players and families need to know beyond our own tournaments.
Memberships
US Chess
Every player in a US Chess–rated tournament needs an individual or family US Chess membership. Join US Chess.
Scholastic players can get a discounted membership through Dallas Chess's scholastic vouchers. They're processed by hand, so apply a few days before a tournament.
Texas Chess Association
The Texas Chess Association (TCA) is the state's official US Chess affiliate. It authorizes and often runs state and regional championships, and offers scholarships and recognitions. You need a TCA membership to play in state and regional championships, to be considered for scholarships and awards, and to serve on committees.
| Membership | Price per year |
|---|---|
| Junior | $3 |
| Adult | $5 |
| Family | $10 |
| Club or school affiliate | $10 |
Scholarships and awards
Status as of November 2026.
TCA Jim Hollingsworth Memorial Scholarship
Statewide. Reopens between late fall 2026 and early spring 2027.
TCA Region I Brilliancy Award
For Region I players. Reopens for the 2026–27 season.
TCA Region I Recognition Awards
For Region I players. Reopens in spring 2027.
TCA Player of the Week
Statewide. Each week TCA features a player on its Facebook page, about five per region each year. Know someone who deserves it? Nominate a player (you can't nominate yourself).
Get involved
- Coach, sponsor or mentor players, help run a chess club, or become a certified tournament director. Email info@westtexaschess.org and we'll help you get started.
- Serve on a TCA committee. Volunteers must be TCA members, 16 or older. See TCA's committees.
- Write about chess for Texas Knights, TCA's magazine. Send articles and ideas to editor@texaschess.org.
More chess in Texas
- US Chess
- Texas Chess Association (also on Facebook)
- Texas Tech Chess on Facebook, for Check With Tech scholastic events