Marlborough Hosting Pokemon Spring Regional Championships

Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and video game players, their supporters, and Pokémon fans from throughout the Northeast are invited to attend the 2016 Pokémon Spring Regional Championships the weekend of May 28th and 29th. The Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Center is hosting the open event where competitors will vie for the coveted title of Pokémon Spring Regional Champion and valuable Championship Points. Players that achieve a top Championship Points ranking following the 2016 Pokémon U.S. National Championships in Columbus, OH this July will earn an invitation to compete at the 2016 Pokémon World Championships in San Francisco, CA in August.

The Pokémon TCG Regional Championship begins Saturday, May 28th at 8:15 a.m. while the Video Game Championship will be held in its entirety on Sunday, 29th beginning at 8:15 a.m. Players of all ages and skill levels in good standing are encouraged to participate in the family-friendly event. Visit www.pokemon.com/play to learn more about the tournament rules, regulations, and prizes as well as how to become involved in premier events throughout your region.