Strategies from Champions

Strategies from Champions Insights and advice from the best to ever play the game Over the years, POG champions have come and gone, each bringing their own style, mindset, and strategy to the table. While every tournament is… Read More

1996 Honorable Mention – Brady Wurtz

Brady Wurtz had one of the most thrilling runs of the 1996 POG U.S. Tournament, earning a well-deserved spot in the top 4. Throughout the tournament, Brady pulled off a few incredible comebacks in his earlier rounds, keeping… Read More

1996 Rule Changes Shake Up Competitive POGs

Fallout from the 1995 Championship Controversy In the months following the controversial 1995 U.S. Championship, the competitive POG scene found itself at a crossroads. Questions surrounding fairness, equipment standards, and match consistency began circulating among players, fans, and… Read More

The 1995 Championship Controversy

Did the finals end fairly? While Landon “The Slam” Skilling walked away with the 1995 U.S. Championship trophy, not everyone agreed the final match was decided on skill alone. Runner-up Chloe Donovan didn’t hold back in his post-match comments, hinting… Read More