US Chess Federation’s Official Rules of Chess, edited by Tim Just

US Chess Federation’s Official Rules of Chess edited by Tim Just is the authoritative rulebook used for official US Chess-rated tournament play, covering the complete regulations and procedures governing competitive chess in the United States.

The book explains both the basic laws of chess and advanced tournament regulations, including topics such as time controls, touch-move rules, illegal moves, scorekeeping, draws, adjournments, and player conduct.

Tim Just organizes the material with clear explanations, practical examples, and tournament scenarios, helping players, directors, and organizers understand how rules are applied in real situations.

A major strength of the book is its treatment of complex or disputed situations, including clock malfunctions, notation disputes, claims for draws, and handling irregular positions during tournament games.

The text also includes guidance for tournament directors and arbiters, making it valuable beyond ordinary gameplay instruction.

Rather than focusing on chess strategy, the book serves as a comprehensive procedural and legal reference for competitive chess.

A highly valuable resource for tournament players, coaches, scholastic organizers, and certified tournament directors, especially those participating in or managing official US Chess events.

US Chess Federation’s Official Rules of Chess
Tim Just
US Chess Federation