2025 Maine State Championship and Open
The third Maine State Championship and Open will be on Sunday September 21st, 2025, at Think Tank in Portland.
Who: A tournament open to all members of the AGA! Joining the AGA typically costs $30; if you’re joining as a Maine resident, contact us to get a discount code. The tournament is free for new AGA members. The top performing Maine resident will be the new Maine State Champion.
What: Three rounds of games, AGA rules, 20 minutes plus 20 seconds Fischer time. Everyone is eligible to play all rounds.
Maine State Championship: A knockout tournament for up to 8 of the highest ranked Maine residents. As players get knocked out, they join the Open tournament. The winner will be crowned Maine State Champion.
Maine Open: A McMahon tournament open to all AGA members. As much as possible, players will play even games against opponents of a similar rank. There will be a prize for the top player.
Where:
533 Congress St Portland, ME 04101
On street parking should be available in the proximity with no charge for city metered spaces (because it’s Sunday).
When: September 21st, 2025. Check-in will be from 9-9:45am; first games will start at 10am. We’ll finish up by 6pm.
Why: A chance to meet and challenge Go players in the region as well as to take part in the prestigious 50-State Championship. We’ll have coffee & snacks in the morning; there are lots of good choices for lunch in easy walking distance. Games will count toward AGA rankings.
How: Please register in advance using the form below.
Registration for existing AGA members is $10, payable by Venmo (@Dyonn, phone ends in -4753), Paypal (jonathan.green.dyonn@gmail.com) or when you check in that day.