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Debate Needed: Madden National Championship A Must
Everyone
we have talked to is in favor of establishing a Madden National
Championship Forum for PSX. However, that doesn't mean in will
be easy. There are the cost factors, sponsorships, host sites,
lodging accommodations and travel. BUT, if everyone interested
could get to South Florida, this was be the start of something
incredible. Can you imagine what this type of tournament could
turn out to be? The fact that Madden 99 is one of the greatest
selling video games speaks to the popularity of the game itself.
With over a million copies sold, Madden players from all over
are looking for a way to unleash their football fury on opponents
from across the land. Nevertheless, at this point their is no
current format to crown a national champion; at least not yet.
As
The PFL continues to investigate the possibilities of setting
up a world wide tournament, the talk is that the dream could
become a reality. Executive Director Charles is the master mind
behind this scheme. Although most PFL owners have said that
they are in favor of the idea, Charles (the logistics man) is
doing the research and leg work to put the proposal together
for THE LEAGUE owners. If Charles presents a logistically sound
deal with sponsors and corporate host, look for the PFL to go
nationwide with its publicity and promotion of this spectacular.
Charles said that this is the kind of event that could turn
into something that would be nationally recognized. EA may even
want to get involved. It could become very lucrative for the
winner with cash prizes included. According to the responses
from the internet, at least 45 players responded yes to a national
championship game. There were no negative responses.
How
The Tournament Could Work
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applicants would be selected on a first come first serve basis
would participate in the first annual tournament. It would be
held over three days starting early Friday, all day Saturday
with the championship games on Sunday. It would be double elimination
with each team playing at least three games Friday, three games
Saturday and the championship game Sunday. At 7 minute quarters
this would not be time consuming. There would be 64 brackets,
32 on each side, with a minimum of 16 game monitors, 32 teams
playing at one time, at one hour intervals. The tourny could
start at 5:00 PM on Friday. After being eliminated from national
contention, we would set up other exhibition games and tournaments
so those booked for the entire weekend could get some side games
in or watch the other games. At the end would be a trophy presentation
along with other awards. The host site would be at a hotel which
all the members will be housed at so there would be no need
to travel outside of the hotel unless one wanted to sightsee.
The last man standing would be crowned "THE CHAMP." Then we
could put to rest who is the best. In the future if it outgrows
itself, regional championships could be set up so that only
the true best travel the farthest to play.
With so many people out there asking for this, don't be surprise
if THE PFL steps up and leads the way.
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