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Wisconsin State Championships -- March 16th, 2013

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~=~ 2013 Wisconsin State Championships ~=~

Clarion Hotel and Conference Center
626 W. Pine Street
Baraboo, WI 53913
Registration: 8-9:30am​

We are very excited to announce the information for the 2013 Wisconsin State Championship!! The location this year is going to be in Baraboo, WI at the Clarion Hotel and Convention Center.

Now there is a time frame to get the discount on your rooms if you are going to book, so plan ahead. When you call, tell them that you are a part of the Wisconsin State Championship group for Pokemon to get your discount.

* The deadline to get the discount rooms is 2/16/13*

- From Green Bay or Oshkosh: Take 41 South to 44 East to 44 West to 23 West to 51 South to 23 West again to 12 East.

-From Chicago: Take I-90 West to I-90/94 West to either exit number 106 or 92 for 15 miles to Highway 12 and turn right. Hotel is the fourth place on the right.

-From Stevens Point/Wausau: Take Highway 33 East to Highway 51 North to Wausau or Stevens Point.

*The Clarion Hotel and Convention Center is less than two miles from University of Wisconsin - Baraboo/Sauk County. The nearby International Crane Foundation is the only place in the world where you can see all 15 crane species. Local points of interest like Circus World Museum, Devil's Lake State Park and Ho-Chunk Casino are close to this Baraboo, WI hotel*


Food places in area

Hotel Restaurant On Premises
Hotel Lounge On Premises
Taco Bell 0.1mi
Pizza Hut 0.2mi
Pizza Ranch 0.3mi
McDonalds 0.5mi
Subway 0.5mi
Culvers Restaurant 1.0mi
Peking Chinese Restaurant 2.0mi
Coffee Bean Connection 2.0mi
Dairy Queen 2.0mi
Gem City Candy 2.0mi
Gem City Saloon 2.0mi
Farm Kitchen 3.0mi
Hooty Bar and Steak House 3.0mi


Transportation for out of state participants

Baraboo Cab Service 1.0mi
Baraboo Wisconsin Dells Arpt 2.0mi
Greyhound Bus Station 3.0mi
Amtrack Train 17.0mi
Dane County Regional Arpt 50.0mi

Other accommodations

Motel 6 Lake Delton #4281
E 10892 Moon Road
I-90/I-94 at US 12, Exit #92
Baraboo WI 53913
Phone: (608) 355-0700

Best Western
725 West Pine, Highway 12
Baraboo, WI 53913
Phone: 608/356-1100

American Best Vaule
750 W. Pine St
Baraboo, WI 53913

Thunderbird Motor Inn
1013 Eighth St
Baraboo, WI 53913
Phone: (608) 356-7757

4 Winds Motel
S4090 County Rd. BD
Baraboo, WI 53913
Phone: (608) 356-9481

*Many more in the Dells Area which is only a couple miles away*


If any of you can share this information with your local players, we would be very grateful. If you need any more information about anything I may have missed, please let me know.

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Rough draft of details:

Registration 8:00 am - 9:30 am
Player Meeting 9:30 am
Tournament Start 10:00 am
Up to a Top 16 cut in each age division
On site food will be available during breaks
A Legal modified deck and deck list will be required
Prizes to be determined

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Still trying to finalize space for Friday night to do preregistration and warm up events, but I wanted to get as much out as I can.

We will be doing 3 types of side events
1- our usual 8 person pods. $5 buy in and single elimination. Legal format 60 card decks. Prizes will be set day of.
2-win a box events- if you are familiar with how Jimmy runs these events in Illinois, then you will be ready for this one. Legal 60 card format.

3- our newest event- 60 card, no ex, and 2 copies of any card. All other legal modified rules apply. There will be a $5 enrty and it will be single elimination. Each player knocked out will get a pack. Top 4 will get more. This event will be run on either 16 or 32 players at a time, depending on interest. So start digging through those normally not used cards and get a deck together. This should be fun!!

More to come soon.
 
It's going to be a great fun time in Wisconsin and we are all looking forward to a great tournament!
Here's some more details for you...​

What other information might I want to know?

Here’s a link to a Google Map for you… Clarion Hotel and Convention Center

Their website said you can use these coordinates to locate this hotel when using a GPS device or web map. Hotel Latitude/Longitude Latitude: 43.476555 Longitude: -89.768631


When preparing for a State Championship Tournament make sure you have a Deck that is ready to play in a competitive sanctioned tournament. To do this first check that your Deck complies with the current Modified Format Regulations. After checking your cards are legal for play, you will then need to fill out a DECKLIST! We will also have them available there, but I recommend you fill them out ahead of time and use the Decklist Creator, as it makes it so much easier for you to do and for us to read!

Remember – if you are using sleeves be sure they are all the same color and size. Damaged sleeves will NOT be allowed for this event. Shiny backs or printed backed sleeves will also not be allowed.

Players taking part in Play! Pokémon tournaments are grouped by age division. The divisions are:

Junior Division: Players born in 2002 or later
Senior Division: Players born in 1998, 1999, 2000 or 2001
Masters Division: Players born in 1997 or earlier
To participate in the event, you must be a player in good standing and abide by the Pokémon Tournament Rules and all other applicable event rules. Players who are found to be in violation of the rules of eligibility are subject to suspension from Pokémon Organized Play and to the loss of prizes, including, but not limited to, invitations and travel awards.

In addition, players should be aware of the following:

A player’s deck (for TCG) must comply with the Modified Format as outlined in the Pokémon Tournament Rules.
All players are expected to bring their Player ID card, if they have one. If they have not previously been given a Player ID, one can be obtained at the event.
Players should review the Pokémon Tournament Rules for more information about what to bring to an event.
Every qualified player must have an updated Pokémon Trainer Club account in order to be eligible for a Travel Award.
Play! Pokémon Premier TCG events are run using the Modified Format and Swiss pairings. See theTournament Rules for additional information about the Modified and Swiss formats. The number of Swiss rounds run will depend on the total attendance of the event.

After Swiss rounds are complete, there will be a cut to single-elimination finals. The number of players to qualify for the finals will depend on the total attendance in each age group, with a maximum of 16 players playing off in any one division.

What are the Prizes for States?

Prizes are awarded to the top players in each of three age divisions.

All participants will receive 3 Play! Points and a Pokémon SPT Championship promo card (while supplies last) just for playing!

1st Place

A Pokémon TCG SPT Championships 1st Place trophy
A $500 travel stipend to participate in the Pokémon TCG National Championships (Juniors and Seniors) 1,2
A $300 travel stipend to participate in the Pokémon TCG National Championships (Masters) 1,3
A first-round bye at the U.S. or Canada National Championships3
A combination of 36 booster packs from current Pokémon TCG expansions
100 Championship Points
2nd Place

A Pokémon TCG SPT Championships 2nd Place trophy
A combination of 36 booster packs from current Pokémon TCG expansions
90 Championship Points (if division attendance is 4 or greater)
3rd & 4th Place

A Pokémon TCG SPT Championships 3rd or 4th Place trophy
A combination of 18 booster packs from current Pokémon TCG expansions
70 Championship Points (if division attendance is 8 or greater)
5th through 8th Place

A combination of 9 booster packs from current Pokémon TCG expansions
50 Championship Points(if division attendance is 32 or greater)
9th Place through 12th Place

30 Championship Points (if division attendance is 64 or greater)
13th Place through 16th Place

20 Championship Points (if division attendance is 64 or greater)
17th Place through 32nd Place

10 Championship Points (if division attendance is 128 or greater)

If you have any questions at all, you can post them here, contact Troy or Michelle Lesky, or contact me! We'll be happy to answer your questions!

Be sure to spread the word to everyone! We all hope to see you there!​
 
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On your printed back sleeve issues - are Pokemon Official (English or Japanese) sleeves allowed so long as they have a single coloured border on all 4 sides?

Vince
 
Clarifying with what the rules say... "The use of sleeves with any form of pattern or artwork on the back of the sleeve is strictly prohibited at all Premier Events, unless the sleeve is an official Pokémon sleeve, where the color along all four edges of the sleeve is identical."

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Thank you daaaaahling! Always a good thing! :biggrin:

And ya, Troy's got a lot going on to make it a great event for everyone!
 
A further update for everyone on Friday events. We will be having 8 person pods on Friday starting around 6 pm. Additionally, if you want to register on Friday during warm ups, you can. If you do it will get you 2 benefits.
1- you will get to use an express line on Saturday morning to get your deck list in, and get your promo and bonus item.
2. everyone that registers Friday will get a raffle ticket for a drawing that will take place Saturday during the main event. Prizes are to be determined.
 
And for your amusement and entertainment, we'll have plenty of fun activities for you in between rounds in our Creative Corner! Coloring, Art area, several Mini games, Trivia... lots of interesting things to do! Oh ya, and I'll be making some Pokemon hats to give away too! So be sure to stop on by and see me and Rose in between rounds!
 
Really looking forward to this weekend! We've got a lot going on to make it a great event for you! Looking forward to seeing all of you there!

Troy will be posting this list of Player Responsibilities at the event, so I'll post it here ahead of time for you as well. Please take a moment.

Welcome to the 2013 Wisconsin Pokemon State Championship at the Clarion and Glacier Rock Resort. We are honored that you are here to enjoy what we hope is a great tournament and is a positive experience for everyone. There are some things that the staff will expect from all of the players here today. Please take the time to read everything on here. If you decide not to read this document, you will still be accountable for all of its contents.

  1. Outside food/ drink is 100% prohibited in the hall and related Pokemon rooms. If you decide to bring things in anyway, you will be removed from the tournament and the property. No exceptions!!!
  2. The Clarion Hotel and Glacier Rock Resort and the tournament staff are not responsible for any of your items that are lost or stolen. If you can't keep track of your stuff, and you don't want bad things to happen to it, please leave it in your car/ room.
  3. If you have an issue during your matches today, please call for a judge, even if it seems like a small problem. We can't fix things once a match is completed. Also please make sure you sign your match slips after each game and that a runner or staff signs it in front of both players. We want to record all matches correctly and this is a great deal easier to do when match slips are right.
  4. If you plan to drop from the tournament at anytime today, please fill out a drop slip at the judges table. If you just tell a staff member or mark your match slip, we will not guarantee that you will be dropped.
  5. While we encourage trading at events, sell/ buying is prohibited unless you are working directly with sanctioned dealers on sight. If you decide to buy or sell on your own you will be leaving early and not be allowed to return.
  6. We expect everyone to play fairly and have good sportsmanship as well as dress/ use language that is appropriate for a family event. If you cant do these things, please talk to a staff member and explain your situation. You may be asked to leave if your clothes, language, etc offend others.
Again we want everyone to have a great time this weekend. If you have a positive experience please share that with your friends/ family. If there is anything wrong, or if you don't like something done, please see the staff and ask for Troy. We will do all we can to make this the best State Championship it can be.

Thanks for reading.
Troy
 
Questions about Side Events etc...

Troy and team:

Thank you again for coordinating this wonderful event. We look forward to it! We have a few questions:

1) Friday night times -- we saw that side-events and Pre-registration begin at 6 PM --- how late will the side-events be run? Will it end when people decide to leave?

2) Friday night location -- which conference room in the Hotel will be used on Friday night?

3) New Event (2 max of each card with No EXs) -- Does the "2 max card rule" apply to Trainers?, Supporters?, Stadiums?. Special Energy?, Basic Energy?, Can cards that are no longer legal be used?

4) Side Events -- Day of -- Will there be any side events run the day of the Tournament?

5) Vendors -- Who will be on site? Will any of them be buying back cards for credit?

6) Are there any special trades for Pikachus? If so, have you already determined what is planned? We have been saving Pikachus and have pulled together a variety of older ones to have ready for the event.

Again, thank you!

wesdad
 
I can help answer some of those for you!
1. I believe he mentioned 6 to 9pm for Fri events
2. Not sure which room, I'll find out from Troy or Michelle
3. Only 2 copies of any card, except energies
4. Yes side events on the day of the tourney for sure
5. Top Cut Central will be there buying and selling. I can get a list of prices for ya
6 Yes we are doing both the Pikas for Packs Raffle and the Chansey's Chance Raffle. here are the details, so save up those Pikas and Chanseys!

Pikas for Packs Raffle -

Want to contribute to what is probably the largest collection of Pikachu cards anywhere?
Get a raffle ticket for each Pikachu card you turn in, from any set, for Troy's daughter Danielle's Pikachu Collection.
2 lucky winners will get 3 booster packs!

Chansey's Chance Raffle -

Get a raffle ticket for each Chansey card you donate from any set to Devin's Amazing Chansey Collection!
It can be any Chansey card from any set, just as long as it's a Chansey TCG card.
2 Lucky winners will get 3 booster packs!
 
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1- 6-9 pm is the target we have. Of course it will be subject to setting up for main event, interest in warm up events, etc.

2- the 3 conference rooms we have for saturday are all joining. It will be in one of them, but at this time I dont know which one. There is access to all 3 from the lobby area and adjoining hallway, so it should be easy to find.

3- legal modified rules will be in effect for the 60 card side event. Only difference is you can only use 2 of any card (pokemon and trainers, etc), and you can not use EX cards. Basic energy rule and all other legal modified rules apply.

4- there will be side events the day of the main event. Their availability will be subject to resources being freed up. (staff and space)

5- Top Cut will be there to buy and sell, as well as Ed from the Minneapolis area. He has been at our last 2 State tournaments and has a great deal going on as well.

6- Pika raffle will be in effect. Prizes will start at what Camille has posted, and will be added to depending on the numbers we bring in. The more Pikas we get, the more I will give away.

I hope this takes care of your questions. If you have any more please feel free to email me at [email protected].
 
Troy, will it be possible to stream the tournament from the venue? Sorry, I should have contacted you a lot sooner. All I would need is a table somewhere and an Internet connection. If not, I understand. Thanks!
 
Kyle, based on the Clarion's website, looks like there's free WiFi available. IDK if that WiFi is fast enough for Streaming, but it should be plenty fast enough for YouTube Uploads.
 
I said that I'd have these up by tonight, and right now I've got 5 of 8 uploaded completely. The rest should be up before midnight, though not part of this playlist until tomorrow morning. Well, here's every video that I've taken at the Wisconsin State Championships, basically as many Top Cut matches as I could possibly get my grubby little hands on. Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL2BQSE8KuWnagP_TRFki97ZoqKSCMOeLW&feature=view_all
 
What a great event we had! we have a record turnout for WI States... 195 players! 33 Juniors with 5 Rounds, 47 Seniors with 6 Rounds, and 116 Masters with 7 Rounds.
Our 1st place Champion for the Junior Division was Joey R, 2nd place went to Brennan S!
Ben M was our 1st Place Seniors Champion with David M in 2nd Place
And our First Place Champion for the Masters at WI States is Joe Baka! 2nd place went to Mr Lucas!

Here's the link to my pictures from the event!

Was a great time everyone!
 
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