2026 AGHS Blitz Tournament Registration 3, 2, 1, Go! Ready to put your Go skills and quick thinking to the test? Think fast, play faster! The American Go Honor Society (AGHS) is excited to announce our annual Blitz Tournament, featuring five rounds in a round-robin format. Join us for an exciting day of unpredictable, fast-paced competition! All players under the age of 19 who currently reside in North America are eligible to participate. All rounds will take place on Sunday, November 22, 2026, in the AGHS Tournament Room on KGS. Tournament Schedule Round Pacific Time (PT) Eastern Time (ET) Round 1 10:00 AM 1:00 PM Round 2 10:30 AM 1:30 PM Round 3 11:00 AM 2:00 PM Round 4 11:30 AM 2:30 PM Round 5 12:00 PM 3:00 PM Tournament Rules & Time Settings The tournament will follow AGA rules with 7.5 komi. All games will be played on a 19 × 19 board. • Rules: AGA rules (7.5 komi) • Board Size: 19 × 19 • Handicap: Difference between players' ranks minus 2 • Main Time: 30 seconds • Byo-yomi: 3 periods of 10 seconds each Registration Interested in participating? Register by November 19, 2026, at 11:59 PM PT to secure your spot! Register Now For additional information regarding ranks, player conduct, and our cheating policy, please review the Rules & Regulations. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at aghsregister@gmail.com. About AGHS The American Go Honor Society (AGHS) strives to provide a supportive environment to develop Go skills, confidence, and self-growth, regardless of age, gender, or location. Our goal is to raise a new generation of American Go players to stand alongside the powerhouses of Asian nations in Go. Learn more at aghs.us.
