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 Posted: Mar 29, 2011 - 10:16 PM
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daloonieshaman wrote: not to tread. How about 2013 or 2014 for Vegas an use the experience we are gaining with the Quake, to ease the process a bit.
(push back start to 2013) or (use Vegas as NAC 2 in 2014)
I actually think thats a very smart idea. Gives whoever a little more time to organize the NAC, and allows them to use your experience to help organizing run more smootly. Either option works, but really, if that was the way to go, we couldn't really have the first one on 2013 if we plan on doing this alternating years since NAC2 would be the same year as WC, which we are trying to avoid. |
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Posted: Mar 29, 2011 - 10:19 PM
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| [quote="Jonny_P"] generaljason wrote:
...btw....I do like the 3-4 man team concept.
Sweet, hopefully that aspect makes it into the actual tournament. If that would draw more or less coaches I don't know. |
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Posted: Mar 30, 2011 - 04:18 AM
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| If you need softwares to perform the double swiss pairing (team pairing then player pairing), ask the guys from the eurobowl, world cup 1, or Rugbowl. |
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Posted: Mar 30, 2011 - 11:30 AM
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| I love the whole 3-4 team.....will have some interesting teams going...... |
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Posted: Apr 03, 2011 - 12:45 PM
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I think a tourney in Vegas in the winter months would easily hit 100+ in it's first year.
The Rat City Rumble hit 30+ it's first time out, NOT a major tourney, and it was snowing. |
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Posted: Apr 05, 2011 - 03:44 PM
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First off, please do not have it on St Paddy's weekend as that is also my Anniversary weekend. That would pretty much keep me from ever attending. 
Second, I like the 3 man/unique race team idea. I think you would get more attendance with smaller teams.
I think always having it in Vegas would work. However if it is decided to have it move yearly, I am curious how Minneapolis works for people as a central location near the Canadian border. I know right now we appear fairly inactive on the Bloodbowl scene, but I have been working quietly over the last few years building up a BB community here. Right now I am in an 8 team league that has been together three years and a 12 team league that is just starting its second year. I am looking into getting a NAF tournament going here at Fantasy Flight Games sometime soon. We are obviously a long way away from hosting a Major Tournament, but I was just curious as to how accessable it is for people since some other cities were mentioned. |
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Posted: Apr 05, 2011 - 06:33 PM
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| I do not think that St Paddy's will be it but some time in march would be ideal |
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Posted: Apr 07, 2011 - 09:48 AM
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brettness37 wrote: I think a tourney in Vegas in the winter months would easily hit 100+ in it's first year.
The Rat City Rumble hit 30+ it's first time out, NOT a major tourney, and it was snowing.
Yeah winter sucks and people are more likely to travel to a BB tournament in crappy weather back home. Is Vegas nice in the winter months?
RCR hit 30+ coaches because Vancouver and Seattle have 2 strong leagues there to support it, but I agree that a NAC Team Challenge if organized properly could bring in 100+ coaches it's first year if it's held in Vegas.
Again Vegas is a draw no matter where you are in North America, and flights are cheap all the time to Vegas. It is also a draw for the Euros as well. As much as I like the alternating host cities, North America has limitations regardless of whether we plan to host these only once every 4 years and Vegas is the only city I think that fits the criteria we need to fill a joint.
I think it has to be a Team Event if it's hosted every 4 years. I'd even be game for up to 6 players like NAF WC, but 3-4 will do. And a 2 year gap between NAC and WC events, like Winter and Summer Olympics is a must.
@ Brett - update your signature.  We are on Spike! 2011 now.  September 10th and 11th. Also the website is now: http://www.spiketournament.com/
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Posted: Apr 17, 2011 - 08:30 AM
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I totally agree. Winter months in Vegas would be a nice vacation. I don't think I could bear the place in the summer months. I went in October and it was still 115 degrees, which was pretty freaking hot when we werent hiding in the air conditioned casinos.
I also think that every four years is the smart way to go. This won't make people have to choose between going the WC and the NAC. I think this could be a nice tournament. This will also give someone time to plan it and not be in a rush if we do it in 2013. I just think 3-4 is alot easier to get teams together than 6, and it makes it a little more intimate when you can easily play your game but see how your other two mates are doing. With 6 players teams, its hard to tell how the guy 5 boards down is doing from where you are sitting.
Man, I am totally stoked to get this tournament going. Whenever/whoever is decided to organize it, I will gladly offer my services in whatever capacity my skillset will allow.
So, maybe in the early part of next year we can start electing/assigning roles or something. I reaslly have no idea how to get this thing going. |
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Posted: Apr 17, 2011 - 09:22 AM
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| I vote for 4 person teams. 3 is abit too small. Vagas is still very warm in the winter. You can still hit the outdoor pools during the day on many/most days. It does get a little chilly at night though. |
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Posted: Apr 17, 2011 - 05:27 PM
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I just closed the deal with our convention space for The West Coast Quake 2012. The room holds about 140 players (and room for registration, prize tables) it comes with tables, water service, and chairs and has rental AV equipment. (There is no outside food/drinks allowed) the fee was EXTREMELY reasonable. Granted it is not the WYNN but fair enough. The spot is about a 5-7 minute walk from the strip. (Has restaurants and stuff nearby). There is Room expansion if needed (for a cost of course)
PS. For some strange reason I think 3 player teams would not only fit better for everyone traveling, but would creat a much greater scoring difference (odd v/s even) |
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Posted: Apr 18, 2011 - 01:09 PM
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Does this mean that we have a plan? It sounds ok to me. I just wouldn't want our northern neighbors to feel slighted if it is always hosted in Vegas.
As far as team sizes, we could use a couple of different tournament to scope that out. The teams at Zlurpee would be a good model. We could have 4 man teams but only score the top 3 players. Just throwing it out there. |
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Posted: Apr 18, 2011 - 10:19 PM
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DarkOrk20 wrote: Does this mean that we have a plan? It sounds ok to me. I just wouldn't want our northern neighbors to feel slighted if it is always hosted in Vegas.
Not at all Tom but thanks you for your consideration. I'm been advocating for Vegas the whole time because I think it's the best location in North America for this kind of tournament. |
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Posted: Apr 19, 2011 - 07:10 AM
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generaljason wrote:
I'm been advocating for Vegas the whole time because I think it's the best location in North America for this kind of tournament.
Not sure how you could say it's the best. Vegas certainly has some strong points, but other North America locations have already demonstrated they are very good for large tournaments. (Note: This is not a vote against Vegas.) |
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Posted: Apr 19, 2011 - 10:32 AM
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generaljason wrote: DarkOrk20 wrote: Does this mean that we have a plan? It sounds ok to me. I just wouldn't want our northern neighbors to feel slighted if it is always hosted in Vegas.
Not at all Tom but thanks you for your consideration. I'm been advocating for Vegas the whole time because I think it's the best location in North America for this kind of tournament.
I'd feel thrilled to have it in Vegas. It's is probably one of the cheapest destinations for us to fly to in the states. Flight+hotel packages are numerous and competitive.
But most importantly for those of us with a ball and chain that's not a gobbo fanatic, Vegas is as easy a sell to the wife and family as you're going to get.
You get to go geek out for a few days on blood bowl, she gets to spend your money on the strip...
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