Its most recent edition took place in 2013, which was won by the United States in its debut appearance at the event.
The final standings in the tournament are determined by the number of game points scored by each team.
[5] A Central American and Caribbean Team Chess Championship was held annually from 1963 to 1975.
[6] Previously, the same name had been given to a team chess tournament held as a side event at the 1938 Central American and Caribbean Games in Panama City, which was won by Cuba.
[7] A Central American Team Chess Championship has been held annually since 2011.