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 Christmas has come and gone, and New Years Eve is on the way, but there is only one thing on our minds: THE THIRD ANNUAL WORLD SERIES OF BEER PONG, AND $50,000, BITCHES! In one week, a new World Champion will take home the title and the check for the big fifty.
Hell yeah . . . For those of you who couldn't make it out this year, you have our most sincere condolences. For those of you who are coming out, here are a few things to remember. Please read this carefully.
Before going any further, however, we'd like to make one point that we will repeat throughout the event that we know does not even need to be said. The two previous WSOBP™ events have been very successful. Part of this has been because we have worked our asses off to put on one hell of an event for you and to promote beer pong in a positive light. The other reason that things have been so successful is because you, the participants, have been very respectful of the event, the venue, and of each oher. We cannot thank you enough for this.
Moving to this year, we therefore request that every person at the event helps us run the perfect event again. There is a lot of attention on this event (big, big people are coming to see what this "beer pong" thing is all about). We've all been fools when drinking at one time or another (especially me (Billy)), so let's help watch out for each other and come together as true beer pong fans/players to show the general public what this sport is really all about. Also remember that we are guests, so we ask that you be respectful of the facilities and the South Point staff.
Now, on to the rest of the shit:
- HOTEL CHECK-IN
- South Point guests may check-in to their rooms starting at 3:00 pm Jan. 1st
South Point Hotel and Casino is located at 9777 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
- Grandview guests may check-in to their rooms starting at 4:00 pm Jan. 1st
The Grandview Hotel is located at 9940 Las Vegas Boulevard South.
- WSOBP™ CHECK-IN
In addition to hotel check-in, all teams must check-in with WSOBP™ staff in person on Jan. 1 between 4:00 pm and 10:00 pm at the Registration Desk in South Point Casino's Event Center. Both you and your teammate must check in. Each person must have his/her drivers license, passport, or other state-issued ID (valid and unexpired) on-hand so that we can scan it. There are absolutely no exceptions to this rule.
When you check in you will recieve a WSOBP™ Team Packet which will include, among other things:
- Event Program (including schedule)
- A copy of The WSOBP™ Full Rules (which includes the Quick Rules)
- Sponsorship materials
We will have BPONG™ tables, cups, balls, and other merchandise on sale at the registration area. Note, we will be selling tables new and in the box for $120 throughout the event. Starting at the end of the second day, however, we will begin selling off tables used in the event for a reduced price (probably $80).
- LATE ARRIVALS
If you will be arriving after 10:00 pm on Jan. 1 you must fill out the Late Arrival Form. If you do not check in with us or notify us that you will be late, we will assume that you are a no-show, and you will not be scheduled into the tournament.
- SPECTATORS
Spectators are welcome and encouraged, but they must be 21+ (no exceptions, so don't ask). Ticket cost is $12/person/day and they may be purchased online or in person at the South Point Box Office. If you do not want to stand in line and want to make sure that you have tickets before the event sells out, we strongly encourage you to purchase your tickets online ahead of time. Hint: unlike Mesquite, NV where we're lucky to have an occasional cactus blow in, we're expecting a potentially large crowd, and we can only allow a limited number of people, as per the fire marshall's approval.
- GAME TIME
All players should report to the Event Center (South Point Exhibit Hall C and D) no later than 10:30 am on Jan. 2, 3, and 4. Tournament games will begin promptly at 11:00 am each day. You will be carded upon entry so bring your ID's. Teams willplay 6 games per day for days one and two. You will be given a schedule of each day's games so you know where to be at what time. Because of the size of this event, you must be at your table at the scheduled time. There will be no make-ups if you miss a game - it will be a forfeit. This goes without saying, but we won't hold up the entire tournament for you so do not to miss your games. This information will also be listed in the event program.
Good luck everyone, and may the best team win! Let's get it on.
Duncan, Billy, and the rest of the BPONG™ & WSOBP™ Staff.
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