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Gold Star Gamers Championship 🏆
Verizon Tournament
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📣 Registration Now Open!
We’re excited to announce that the Gold Star Gamers Championship by Verizon is right around the corner — and this year comes with an exciting update!
🎮 Our featured game for the 2025 championship will be Marvel Rivals!
Get ready for fast-paced action, teamwork, and an unforgettable competition experience.
Secure your spot and join the fun — registration is officially open!
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Event date: December 13th
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Registration deadline: December 6th
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Start Time:
10:00 AM Central
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Event format: One-day tournament
Tournament Structure
Start Time: 10:00 AM Central
Duration: Approximately 9 hours total (closing around 7:00 PM Central)
Format:
  • Teams: Target of 40 teams, each with 6 players.
  • Team Composition: Each team includes one Gold Star Gamer child as team captain with five Verizon employees.
  • Morning Play: Swiss-style bracket system planned for 3.5 hours.
  • Advancement: Top 4-6 teams will advance to the finals bracket.
  • Competition Balance: Random team pairing will be used to prevent 'super teams' and ensure balanced competition.
Team Naming System:
  • Teams are named using military branch and the last name of fallen service members, continuing a tradition from previous years.
  • The final 6 teams receive official honor names for broadcast.
Guest Casting:
Gold Star Gamers team plans to have a few children guest cast/commentate
Event Timeline & Logistics
This year's event will follow a familiar setup, focusing on a smooth online experience:
  • Remote/online format maintained with streaming and Discord communication
Prizes & Recognition
This year, participants will be celebrated with exciting prizes and recognition:
  • Xbox consoles planned for participating children
Event Production Highlights
  • Professional commentators/casters to be present based on successful previous year performance
  • Kickoff and closing ceremonies planned with prize presentations
  • Streaming to focus primarily on final bracket matches
For event support contact Belen
Email: belen.oros@goldstargamers.org