28-02-2012, 02:57 AM
In my opinion you should market it as an international event. Blitz is a very specialist area and I reckon there are more than a few sharks from abroad who would make the trip if the prizes were high enough. Also Edinburgh is expensive, perhaps you have friends who could offer cheap accommodation?
Off the top of my head one foreign player who may be interested is Mr. Sulskis (who is playing in Prestwick) and pretty sure I could get more. The more strong players you get, the more players you get.
200 players does seem a little ambitious though. Many 9 round opens struggle to get 100. Still, I would think you could get 100+ players.
Bear in mind I have never organised a chess tournament, there are others who are probably better placed to offer advice.
If you can get entry forms made up by Thursday I will take some to Cappelle if you want.
Off the top of my head one foreign player who may be interested is Mr. Sulskis (who is playing in Prestwick) and pretty sure I could get more. The more strong players you get, the more players you get.
200 players does seem a little ambitious though. Many 9 round opens struggle to get 100. Still, I would think you could get 100+ players.
Bear in mind I have never organised a chess tournament, there are others who are probably better placed to offer advice.
If you can get entry forms made up by Thursday I will take some to Cappelle if you want.