Tournament Rules
Below is a list of links that will help you understand the rules for chess and tournament play:
| Organization | Link | General Description |
|---|---|---|
| FIDE World Chess Federation |
Rules | FIDE is THE official chess organization of the world. They set rules, assign ratings, and sanction tournaments on the global level. They are the governing body for international chess competitions. |
| USCF US Chess Federation |
Rules | USCF is THE official chess organization of the United States. They set rules, assign ratings, and sanction tournaments within the US. They also represent the United States on the national level |
| Wikipedia | Rules | This is simply a link to the Wikipedia page on the Rules of Chess. |