Endorsed by the Chess Education Association (CEA), the official body for scholastic chess in the U.S., this rule book is the essential guide to the professional, scholastic, and internet rules of chess. Written in plain English for practical use, players learn everything they need to know about tournaments, rating systems, etiquette for in-person and online play, and chess notation. Special sections for students and parents answer all the frequently asked questions about competitive play. The use of new digital chess clocks is explained in full, with step-by-step instructions for setting various time controls. Free updates on the Chess City Magazine website insure the book will never be out of date! International Arbiter Eric Schiller, who has officiated at U.S., World and Olympiad Championship matches, and Richard Peterson, Executive Director of CEA, present the rules that apply to every tournament form of chess, from scholastic competitions to World Championship play.