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Pokémon Regional Championships coming to Knoxville in October

Pokémon players, supporters and fans from across the region and nation gather in Knoxville as competitors battle for up to $50,000 in scholarships and prizes.

KNOXVILLE, Tenn — They want to be the very best like no one ever was!

The 2019 Pokémon Regional Championships are coming to Knoxville from Oct. 11-13. 

Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) and video game players from throughout the region and across the nation will compete at the Knoxville Convention Center for up to $50,000 in scholarships and prizes, including the coveted title of Pokémon Regional Champion and valuable Championship Points that count toward a potential invite to the 2020 Pokémon World Championships in London, England next summer. 

The event begins at 8:30 a.m.  

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