Pokémon TCG Challenges & League Cups
Take the next step beyond weekly League play and compete in our official Play! Pokémon competitive events in Kettering.
We host monthly Pokémon TCG Challenges alongside League Cups when scheduled, giving local Trainers the opportunity to put their decks and skills to the test in structured tournament play.
Competitive Play
Structured Pokémon TCG tournament play for Trainers ready to take their game further.
Deck Lists Required
Players must bring a completed deck list and use a legal Standard-format deck.
Arrive By 6:00 PM
Please arrive no later than 6:00 PM so registration and deck-list checks can be completed before play begins.
Our Competitive Events
Challenges and League Cups sit alongside our regular weekly League sessions and offer a more structured competitive environment.
Pokémon TCG Challenges
Our monthly Challenges are a great opportunity to experience competitive Play! Pokémon tournament play locally, test your deck, improve your tournament skills and compete against other Trainers from the community.
Pokémon TCG League Cups
League Cups are larger competitive Play! Pokémon events held on selected dates throughout the season. Cup dates and registration details will be announced here as events are scheduled.
Reserve Your Tournament Place
Spaces at our Challenges and League Cups are limited. Advance registration is therefore strongly recommended to secure your place.
Complete our registration form using the button below. If an event reaches capacity, registration may close before the event date.
Register for October ChallengePlease only register if you intend to attend. If your plans change, let us know so we can release your space to another Trainer.
Contact UsImportant Player Requirements
Please read the following before registering. These requirements help us get everybody checked in and the tournament started on time.
Play! Pokémon Player ID
A Play! Pokémon Player ID is required to participate. Please provide your Player ID when completing the registration form.
Legal Standard Deck
Your deck must be legal for the current Pokémon TCG Standard format. Please make sure your deck is complete and legal before arriving at the event.
Completed Deck List
A completed deck list is required. The deck you use during
the tournament must match the deck list you submit at
registration.
Download the official Play! Pokémon deck list →
Arrive No Later Than 6:00 PM
Please arrive by 6:00 PM at the latest to allow enough time for player check-in and deck-list collection before the tournament begins.
⚠ Please Don’t Arrive Late
Players should be at the venue and ready to check in no later than 6:00 PM. Tournament registration, Player ID checks and deck-list collection need to be completed before the event can begin. Players arriving after registration has closed may not be able to participate.
What To Bring
Before leaving for the event, make sure you have everything needed for tournament play.
Your First Challenge Is A Great Place To Start
You don’t need to be an experienced tournament player to join us. If you already enjoy playing the Pokémon TCG and have a Standard-legal deck, our Challenges are a great way to experience organised competitive play in a friendly local environment.
Book Your Place
Register in advance for our next Pokémon TCG Challenge. Spaces are limited and registration may close once capacity has been reached.
Register Now for OctoberQuestions Before The Event?
If you’re unsure about registration, your Player ID, deck requirements or anything else relating to one of our events, get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.