I have a student going, and would highly recommend it.
Is Susan Polgar Foundation National Open worth going?
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Good tournament, and she shows up for pictures and autographs (many people there ask her to sign her books).
We attended it the last 2 years when it was held at Livermore, which is 1.5hrs drive from our house. This year, it is much closer to us at Santa Clara. I'd draw the line at 3-4 hrs unless your girl has a shot at the grand prize.
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Thinking about taking my daughter there but not sure if it's worth traveling several hours to get there.