Free events in cities across the country kick-off premier season for Pokemon Trading Card Game Players of All Ages

Pokemon USA, Inc. today announced Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) City Championships for players of all ages. City Championships provide players the opportunity to succeed at an intellectual sport and test a player's Pokemon TCG skill, strategy, and creativity on the path to becoming a Championship-level player.

Competitors are divided into three divisions: Junior Division (Born 1997 or later), Senior Division (Born in 1993, 1994, 1995, or 1996), and Masters Division (Born in 1992 or earlier). The winner in each category will earn the title of City Champion. City Championships players also have the opportunity to earn Pokemon prizes including booster card packs and exclusive merchandise.

The Pokemon Championship series events begin in November 2007 with City Championships, followed by State/Province/Territory Championships, Regional Championships, and National Championships, all leading up to the 2008 Pokemon Trading Card Game (TCG) World Championships in August 2008.

WHO: Pokemon Trading Card Game players and the general public

WHAT: Pokemon TCG City Championship; FREE admission, open to the public

WHEN: November 23, 2007 to January 6, 2008

WHERE: Cities across the U.S.

WHY: For the chance to compete against other Pokemon players for prizes!

For more information, visit the City Championships homepage.