Pokemon League

When players (Trainers) arrive at an event, they can expect to meet the League Leader, the Professor, and maybe a judge. At smaller events, the Professor and judge may be the same person.

Trainers who wish to participate in League are required to have a Player ID, which is used to report their attendance at these events to Pokémon International. Delight can provide a Player ID on site for Trainers who do not already have one. Younger players will need parental consent to complete the sign-up process. Parents can sign up for ID's in advance at www.pokemon.com by creating an account and adding a child.

Trainers often trade cards with other players. This is encouraged, but we do suggest talking to your Trainer about the potential consequences of trading real items of real value. Some Pokémon cards can be worth hundreds of dollars! Professors are a good resource for trading tips and are required to approve trades before they happen.

Parents have responsibilities at events, as well. It is important that participants are allowed to play at their own pace. Players are learning to concentrate on complex strategies and concepts, which can sometimes be frustrating. Also, a match should not be interrupted while in progress. If you, as a parent, have a question about anything, ask a Professor away from the match.

Please remember that Professors are busy running league and tournaments. Parents should remain on site to keep track of their children and, of course, celebrate their play. If your child is over the age of 10 and has a good track record at League, you can petition for them to stay by themselves. Responsible children over 12 may attend League and tournaments without a parent.

Official tournaments usually take several hours, so parents might want to bring a book or some other quiet activity to occupy their time. We highly encourage parents grab a Player ID, build a deck, and join the fun during league!

We understand that parents get excited and often want to help their children do well. Please remember, coaching during a match is not allowed. If you would like to talk to your child about strategies, sportsmanship, or anything else, please refrain from doing so during a match. You might be surprised that, although it is a competition, players will provide advice and play tips between matches. So, even if you think your child missed something or misplayed, their opponent may point this out before you even get a chance.

Whether you are attending a casual League or competitive tournament, Delight's Pokémon sanctioned events are organized and judged by individuals called Professors. Professors are certified Tournament Organizers or League Leaders, or they can be certified judges who serve as referees for the Pokémon Trading Card Game or video game matches. Some Professors are certified to hold multiple roles. Find your Pressor and say hi!