February Events: New England VGC
The new year has brought a brand new Regulation of play for VGC players. This month we’ve got an East Coast U.S. Regional, and a Global Challenge giving players some great opportunity at points. The events this month have been fairly spread out with a big weekend for points coming on February 24th/25th.
Let’s take a look at the upcoming New England VGC local events.
Table of Contents:
February 2nd - 4th Knoxville Regionals (Day2Events)
February 2nd - 4th Global Challenge I
February 10th Cheese League Midseason Showdown TO: Chalkey
February 10th Cheese League 2nd Chance PC TO: Gabby
February 17th Unsettled Geeks PC TO: Cesar
February 18th Balance Patch PC TO: Marshall + G3rd
February 24th Maine Vintage Midseason Showdown TO: Ryan B Hebert
February 24th Maine Vintage PC TO: Ryan B Hebert
February 25th Fall River Midseason Showdown TO: Awesome Gaming
February 25th Fall River PC TO: Awesome Gaming
Weekend of February 3rd/4th
The start of the month is quiet for the local New England scene with a near by Regional in Rocky Top, Knoxville, Tennessee. While some players may opt to attend this event, the airline prices to this location are very high compared to other events this season.
Learn more about this event HERE
Players who choose not to attend Knoxville Regionals have a chance at Regional level CP at home. The first of three Global Challenges kicks off this weekend with players completing a series of 45 total Best-of-One ladder matches at home to reach the highest possible ladder ranking. Players are not required to play all 45 games.
Learn more about this event HERE
Weekend of February 10th/11th
Chalkey’s Cheese League Midseason Showdown!
A return to Excelsior Comics and Games in Maynard, MA! This event is a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Midseason Showdown. Excelsior is a comfy venue with a 24-32 player cap. A large array of snacks and drinks are available as well as local restaurants and food nearby! This is a community gaming center, a mom-and-pop type shop that is open and inclusive to all. This event is organized by Chalkey H.
See the results of this local below!
Gabby’s Cheese League 2nd Chance Premier Challenge!
A return to Excelsior Comics and Games in Maynard, MA! This event is a Bo1 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Premier Challenge. Excelsior is a comfy venue with a 24-32 player cap. A large array of snacks and drinks are available as well as local restaurants and food nearby! This is a community gaming center, a mom-and-pop type shop that is open and inclusive to all. This event will take place during the start of the Midseason Showdown Top Cut. This event is organized by Gabby Snyder.
Weekend of February 17th/18th
Unsettled Geeks is back at it againt! This gaming venue is on the 2nd floor of The Shoppes at Buckland Hills. This event will be a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Premier Challenge. This event is organized by Cesar, the owner of Unsettled Geeks. Cesar is one of the OG Video Game TOs going back to the pre-COVID era of Pokemon locals in New England.
A sign-up link can be found HERE
We’re shipping up to Boston near the Boston University campus to visit Balance Patch! A one-of-a-kind eSports Cafe and play space. This cafe and eatery boasts an extensive tasty menu as well as full computer set ups for players looking to get some gaming on after the VGC event! This event is a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Premierr Challenge hosted by Marshall and G3rd (Andrew).
A sign-up link can be found HERE
At the time of writing this event is capped.
Weekend of February 24th/25th
Maine Vintage Toys is a new venue to the VGC scene. Boasting a nice array of snacks and beverages, as well as a nice storefront, the play area of this establishment is perfect for the 32-player cap. This will be a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut, Midseason Showdown. This event is organized by Ryan B Hebert.
A sign-up link can be found HERE
Maine Vintage Toys is a new venue to the VGC scene. Boasting a nice array of snacks and beverages, as well as a nice storefront, the play area of this establishment is perfect for the 32-player cap. This will be a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Premier Challenge. This event will start at the conclusion of the Midseason Showdown, times are approximate. This event is organized by Ryan B Hebert.
A sign-up link can be found HERE
Be prepared to have an awesome time. Head down to Fall River, MA, and play in the intimate Awesome Gaming and Collectibles venue. While the location may be small, their sheer number of Pokemon events is mighty! This venue will typically cap at 16-20 players for events so be sure to sign up early! This will be a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Midseason Showdown. This event is organized by the Awesome Gaming Management. Awesome Gaming is one of the OG venues for VGC locals pre-COVID.
A sign-up link can be found HERE
At the time of writing this event is sold-out.
Be prepared to have an awesome time. Head down to Fall River, MA, and play in the intimate Awesome Gaming and Collectibles venue. While the location may be small, their sheer number of Pokemon events is mighty! This venue will typically cap at 16-20 players for events so be sure to sign up early! This will be a Bo3 Swiss, Bo3 Top Cut Premier Challenge. This event is organized by the Awesome Gaming Management. Awesome Gaming is one of the OG venues for VGC locals pre-COVID.
A sign-up link can be found HERE
This event is paired with the Midseason Showdown in the morning.
February is a big month for Championship Points!
Between all the different local events and the Global Challenge, go get some CP, Trainers!
Stay tuned for more local event coverage!
