Step 1:
Get a copy of the rule book. It's on Amazon. Kindle version link here. It's also partially available for download via USCF online:
https://new.uschess.org/tournament-directors
1. Read it. Ask questions if needed.
2. Make sure you are a current USCF member (that's a must before being a TD).
3. Review all other requirements, here's the link: https://new.uschess.org/sites/default/files/media/documents/tdcertificationrules.pdf
4. Then fill out the request to become a "club TD". Form found on this page: new.uschess.org/tournament-directors
5. Email USCF the filled out form to tdcert-group@uschess.org
https://new.uschess.org/tournament-directors
1. Read it. Ask questions if needed.
2. Make sure you are a current USCF member (that's a must before being a TD).
3. Review all other requirements, here's the link: https://new.uschess.org/sites/default/files/media/documents/tdcertificationrules.pdf
4. Then fill out the request to become a "club TD". Form found on this page: new.uschess.org/tournament-directors
5. Email USCF the filled out form to tdcert-group@uschess.org
Step 2:
Familiarize yourself with pairing software. The most commonly used is SwissSys and/or WinTD.
Here's a couple of links to some videos on how to navigate the software:
1. swisssys.com/videos.html
2. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcB9nEGqXMrAxFDR_ZcqhzQ
Here's a couple of links to some videos on how to navigate the software:
1. swisssys.com/videos.html
2. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcB9nEGqXMrAxFDR_ZcqhzQ
Step 3:
Get yourself set up with an account on USCF website to gain access to the TD/Affiliate support area. Link below:
https://secure2.uschess.org/MembersOnly/MO_login.php
Once you have access, here's the link to the TD/Affiliate area: https://secure2.uschess.org/TD_Affil/TD_login.php
https://secure2.uschess.org/MembersOnly/MO_login.php
Once you have access, here's the link to the TD/Affiliate area: https://secure2.uschess.org/TD_Affil/TD_login.php
Step 4:
Find a club affiliate or event organizer and volunteer to be a tournament director (TD) or organize and host your own events. =)
Other Resources:
Here's some PDF pair cards if anyone needs them!
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FIDE vs. USCF Rules (updated Nov 2017)
FIDE vs. USCF Rules PDF (updated 2015)
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