Paragon IU Rapid Chess Team Championship 2026
Paragon IU Rapid Chess Team Championship 2026
Annual Team Event for High School & University Students
The Paragon IU Rapid Chess Team Competition is an annual team-based rapid chess tournament organized by Paragon International University, open to high school and university students from public and private institutions. The competition emphasizes strategic thinking, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a professional and inclusive environment.
High school & university students
Teams of four (4) players + one (1) reserve player
Mixed-gender teams
Public & private institutions welcome
February 10
Registration opens for all
March 28 - 29
Tournament days
April 4
Awarding ceremony
This tournament is organized by Paragon International University and Paragon IU Chess Club, in collaboration with Phnom Penh Checkmate and Bright Education Co., Ltd, with support from the Cambodia Chess Federation.
Organizer
Collaboration & Support
Location
Tournament held at Paragon International University main campus
Paragon International University, Phnom Penh Cambodia
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The tournament is open to high school students (ages 14–18) and university students (ages 18–25). The event primarily focuses on high school teams, but university teams are also welcome.
The tournament is a team-based competition. Each team consists of four main players, with the option to include one reserve player.
Each team must register 4 main players. An optional 1 reserve player may also be registered.
High school teams: A coach or school representative is required.
University teams: A coach is optional.
Yes. Mixed-gender teams are allowed.
The tournament will be hosted at Paragon International University – Main Campus, Phnom Penh.
Teams must register online through the official Google Form available on this website.
Yes. A registration fee applies per player.
Detailed payment instructions will be provided after registration.
Player changes may be allowed before the technical meeting, subject to organizer approval. More details will be shared closer to the event.
Yes. Trophies, medals, certificates, and prizes will be awarded to top-performing teams and players. Full award categories will be announced on the website.
Yes. The Paragon IU Rapid Chess Team Competition is planned as an annual event.
Yes. The Paragon IU Rapid Chess Team Competition is planned as an annual event.