Knox Esports, a newly opened cyber sports center in Knoxville, Tennessee, is gearing up to host its largest 16-team LAN tournament to date with a $4,000 prize pool. The event, scheduled for October 26-27, will be a major milestone for the region's semi-professional scene.

Knox Esports is committed to growing cybersports in the southeastern region of the United States, which is not yet as saturated with major tournaments as other parts of the country. This tournament is a step towards building a more active and competitive eSports scene in the area.

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Knox Esports - raising awareness through localized events

Since its opening in January 2024, the Knox Esports LAN Center has already established itself as a venue for small tournaments for CS2 and other popular disciplines. These events have caught the attention of the local community, and while they haven't been major events to date, interest in cybersports is growing rapidly in the region.

Knox Esports is looking to expand its audience and give players the opportunity to prove themselves in more meaningful competitions. The emergence of a semi-professional LAN tournament is the result of this effort to take local tournaments to the next level.

Tournament Details

The main event of the tournament is the participation of 16 teams that will compete in BO3 format. The GSL format matches will be played first, after which the teams that make it through the group stage will continue on to the double elimination playoffs. This format guarantees high intensity of games and maximum involvement of participants and spectators at all stages of the competition. The organizers are actively selling tickets and teams can already apply for participation. A $50 discount is being offered to the first four teams, providing additional motivation to register.

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Conclusion

For the southeastern region of the United States, this tournament could be a significant boost to the local eSports scene. An event of this caliber is not only an opportunity for teams to make a name for themselves, but also a chance for Knox Esports to cement its position as a key LAN tournament center. The success of the tournament may attract the attention of both new participants and potential sponsors, which will allow to increase the scale and frequency of such competitions in the future.