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The 2011 Florida Marathon
It's confirmed! The Florida Marathon starts with four tournaments on the east coast beginning Saturday, December 17 and then finishes with three more on the west coast from December 21-23, just in time for the holidays! Come enjoy 75° weather, beautiful beaches, and one of the largest, friendliest Pokémon TCG areas in the entire world as you compete for Championship Points!
Saturday, December 17
Cool Stuff Games South Florida
5655 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33328
Registration: 10:15-11:15 AM
Start Time: 11:35 AM
Phone: (954) 680-3929
Organizer: Larry Altavilla, (954) 226-6679
Sunday, December 18
Brad's Sports Cards
10548 Wiles Rd.
Coral Springs, FL 33076
Registration: 10:30-11:00 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
Phone: 954-255-2109
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Monday, December 19
Geek Xtreme Entertainment
2501 NW 17th Lane Unit A
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Registration: 10:15-11:15 AM
Start Time: 11:35 AM
Phone: (954) 946-1516
Organizer: Larry Altavilla, (954) 226-6679
Tuesday, December 20
Tate's Gaming Satellite
4588 N. University Dr.
Lauderhill, FL 33351
Registration: 11:15-11:45 AM
Start Time: 12:15 PM
Phone: (954) 742-5141
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Wednesday, December 21
2d10 Games
2040 Collier Ave.
Ft Myers, FL 33901
Registration: 10:30-11:00 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
Phone: (239) 690-2310
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Thursday, December 22
The Dark Side
501 N Beneva Rd. #260
Sarasota, FL 34232
Registration: 11:00-11:30 AM
Start Time: Noon
Phone: (941) 363-0840
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Friday, December 23
Best Western Brandon
9331 E. Adamo Dr.
Brandon, FL 33619
Note: This address is sometimes listed in Tampa instead of Brandon.
Registration: 10:30-11:00 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
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FAQ
Are these tournaments sanctioned?
All 7 of these tournaments are City Championship Premier Events which means you can gain Championship Points.
Do I have to attend all 7?
Nope. You can attend however many you would like!
Is this related to the Georgia Marathon?
The Georgia Marathon is a completely different set of tournaments that is usually held in late December-January. Our tournaments have nothing to do with the Georgia Marathon.
Which airport should I fly into and out of?
One of the many great things about Florida? Many airports! You can save driving time by flying into one airport and flying out of another. I recommend flying into Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Depending on your hotel's location during the final tournament, you can fly out of your choice of:
Ft. Myers is the furthest south, Tampa is the furthest north. Keeping the schedule in mind, the final three tournaments work their way from south to north (Fort Myers to Sarasota to Tampa.)
What about driving to the Marathon?
Heidi & I put much thought into planning the sequence of tournaments. Because most players attending this event are coming from the north, driving to the Marathon is especially convenient because the tournaments gradually work their way further and further north. So, as you play the last few tournaments, most players who chose to drive will be driving closer to their home each day. For those of you that live in southeast Florida, don't whine! It's still only a few hours back home for you by car. :smile:
Who is attending?
Players from all over the country from as far as California are expected to attend! Play Pokémon with National Champions Kyle Sucevich & Justin Sanchez, other past champions such as Alex Brosseau, World Champion Stephen Silvestro & of course, yours truly!
Why should I attend?
Florida has one of the largest Pokémon TCG bases in the world. In addition to that, it's an extremely friendly group of players. Florida airports offer relatively inexpensive flights, especially when booked early. There are plenty of things to do while enjoying the beautiful weather!
Additionally, we have experienced, friendly & fun judges. Heidi has been judging events for 10 years! Her events are quick & smooth. No nonsense 30-minute announcements. No constant re-pairs. Any problem with software or computers is fixed in a breeze! Florida tournaments are also some of the few tournaments that offer 75 minutes for Top Cut matches. Turnouts may be so large we could be forced to do 60 minutes, but if possible our judges always allow 75 minutes for Top Cut matches.
Why are there no tournaments further north near Orlando, Melbourne, Jacksonville, etc.?
There will still be City Championships in all of these locations. However, for the Florida marathon, we tried to keep these tournaments close together so that players only needed to book two hotels.
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Post your questions here! So, who's coming?
It's confirmed! The Florida Marathon starts with four tournaments on the east coast beginning Saturday, December 17 and then finishes with three more on the west coast from December 21-23, just in time for the holidays! Come enjoy 75° weather, beautiful beaches, and one of the largest, friendliest Pokémon TCG areas in the entire world as you compete for Championship Points!
Saturday, December 17
Cool Stuff Games South Florida
5655 S. University Dr.
Davie, FL 33328
Registration: 10:15-11:15 AM
Start Time: 11:35 AM
Phone: (954) 680-3929
Organizer: Larry Altavilla, (954) 226-6679
Sunday, December 18
Brad's Sports Cards
10548 Wiles Rd.
Coral Springs, FL 33076
Registration: 10:30-11:00 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
Phone: 954-255-2109
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Monday, December 19
Geek Xtreme Entertainment
2501 NW 17th Lane Unit A
Pompano Beach, FL 33064
Registration: 10:15-11:15 AM
Start Time: 11:35 AM
Phone: (954) 946-1516
Organizer: Larry Altavilla, (954) 226-6679
Tuesday, December 20
Tate's Gaming Satellite
4588 N. University Dr.
Lauderhill, FL 33351
Registration: 11:15-11:45 AM
Start Time: 12:15 PM
Phone: (954) 742-5141
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Wednesday, December 21
2d10 Games
2040 Collier Ave.
Ft Myers, FL 33901
Registration: 10:30-11:00 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
Phone: (239) 690-2310
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Thursday, December 22
The Dark Side
501 N Beneva Rd. #260
Sarasota, FL 34232
Registration: 11:00-11:30 AM
Start Time: Noon
Phone: (941) 363-0840
Organizer: Heidi Craig
Friday, December 23
Best Western Brandon
9331 E. Adamo Dr.
Brandon, FL 33619
Note: This address is sometimes listed in Tampa instead of Brandon.
Registration: 10:30-11:00 AM
Start Time: 11:30 AM
MAP Showing all Tournament Locations
FAQ
Are these tournaments sanctioned?
All 7 of these tournaments are City Championship Premier Events which means you can gain Championship Points.
Do I have to attend all 7?
Nope. You can attend however many you would like!
Is this related to the Georgia Marathon?
The Georgia Marathon is a completely different set of tournaments that is usually held in late December-January. Our tournaments have nothing to do with the Georgia Marathon.
Which airport should I fly into and out of?
One of the many great things about Florida? Many airports! You can save driving time by flying into one airport and flying out of another. I recommend flying into Ft. Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL). Depending on your hotel's location during the final tournament, you can fly out of your choice of:
- Ft. Myers International Airport (RSW)
- Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)
- Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Ft. Myers is the furthest south, Tampa is the furthest north. Keeping the schedule in mind, the final three tournaments work their way from south to north (Fort Myers to Sarasota to Tampa.)
What about driving to the Marathon?
Heidi & I put much thought into planning the sequence of tournaments. Because most players attending this event are coming from the north, driving to the Marathon is especially convenient because the tournaments gradually work their way further and further north. So, as you play the last few tournaments, most players who chose to drive will be driving closer to their home each day. For those of you that live in southeast Florida, don't whine! It's still only a few hours back home for you by car. :smile:
Who is attending?
Players from all over the country from as far as California are expected to attend! Play Pokémon with National Champions Kyle Sucevich & Justin Sanchez, other past champions such as Alex Brosseau, World Champion Stephen Silvestro & of course, yours truly!
Why should I attend?
Florida has one of the largest Pokémon TCG bases in the world. In addition to that, it's an extremely friendly group of players. Florida airports offer relatively inexpensive flights, especially when booked early. There are plenty of things to do while enjoying the beautiful weather!
Additionally, we have experienced, friendly & fun judges. Heidi has been judging events for 10 years! Her events are quick & smooth. No nonsense 30-minute announcements. No constant re-pairs. Any problem with software or computers is fixed in a breeze! Florida tournaments are also some of the few tournaments that offer 75 minutes for Top Cut matches. Turnouts may be so large we could be forced to do 60 minutes, but if possible our judges always allow 75 minutes for Top Cut matches.
Why are there no tournaments further north near Orlando, Melbourne, Jacksonville, etc.?
There will still be City Championships in all of these locations. However, for the Florida marathon, we tried to keep these tournaments close together so that players only needed to book two hotels.
______________________________________
Post your questions here! So, who's coming?
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