Spring Showdown
Fight your way to the top of
2 Main Stages
and compete for the total prize pool of
$3,000
May 3rd - 4th, 2025
We'll meet you on stage.
Edward Jones Auditorium
859-863 N Armstrong St., Kingsville, TX 78363
Admission and Registration
Admission and Registration Information
Admission
All attendees must purchase an entry admission to be permitted into the venue. The following count as an entry admission:
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General Admissions
- Pre-registration | $18
- At Door | $25
- VIP Package | $50
- Vendor Package | $150
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Sponsor Packages
- Blue Sponsor | $300
- Gold Sponsor | $500
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Mainstage Registration
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Super Smash Bros Ultimate | $30
Price increased to $30 on 4/24/2025
For more information and purchase options, click on the admission option.
Mainstage Registration
Those who register for a mainstage event get all perks from General Admission. Competitors will not have to purchase the separate general admission.
In order to compete in mainstage tournaments, competitors must purchase the following registration for the game competitors wish to compete in:
- Super Smash Bros Ultimate | $30
For more information and prize details, please see the "Game Information" tab at the top of the page.
Side Event Registration
In order to compete in our side event selection, competitors must pay the side event's entry fee at the time of registration.
All side events will open for registration on May 3rd at 9:30AM during the Spring Showdown. Registration will remain open for each game until that game's bracket begins seeding.
Please see the "Game Information" tab at the top of the page for a list of all side events.
General Admission
Pre-registration
$18
- Pre-registration Admission Line during entry into event
- Receive All-Day access during both days of the event (May 3rd - May 4th)
Admission at the Door
$25
- Day-Of Admission Line during entry into event
- Receive All-Day access during both days of the event (May 3rd - May 4th)
VIP Admission
VIP Package
$50
- Free entry into 1 side event tournament
- Early entry into venue
- VIP Admission Line during entry into event
- Priority/Reserved seating
- 1 VIP Parking Pass
- 1 Free Drink ticket for After Party event (age restrictions apply)
- Receive All-Day access during both days of the event (May 3rd - May 4th)
Vendors and Sponsors
For information on Vendors and Sponsors, please see the "Vendors and Sponsors" tab at the top of the page.
Vendors and Sponsors Information
Vending Guidelines and Rules
Vendors and Sponsors will be sent a list of rules and regulations to follow prior to the event. This will be sent through the email provided by the Vendor when confirming their purchase.
Rules and regulations will be added to this section once they are finalized. For interest or more information regarding vendors and sponsors, please contact Recsports@tamuk.edu.
Vendors
Vendor Package
$150
- 2 Vendor Badges for Admission
- Vendors will be provided a vending table upon arrival to event
- VIP Admission Line during entry into event
- Vendor Badges Receive All-Day access during both days of the event (May 3rd - May 4th)
Sponsors
Sponsors may setup/select their vendor table on the setup day for The Spring Showdown, which is the day before the start of the event.
Blue Sponsor
$300
- 5 General Admission Tickets
- 1 VIP Parking Pass
- VIP Admission Line during entry into event
- Logo added to graphics and throughout venue
- Main stage naming rights
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Free large vendor location
- Select location prior to other vendors
- Placement of 1 company banner (provided by the company) around event site
- Corporate logo on The Spring Showdown e-mail blast
- Corporate logo on The Spring Showdown Sponsorship Page linking to the sponsor's website
- Printed ads and listings in The Spring Showdown programs
Gold Sponsor
$500
- 10 General Admission Tickets
- 2 VIP Parking Passes
- VIP Admission Line during entry into event
- Priority/Reserved seating
- Representation as the "TAMUK Esports Spring Showdown, sponsored by 'Your Brand Name'"
- Name mentioned multiple times by the Main Caster throughout the full event
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Free large vendor location
- Select location prior to other vendors
- Sponsor banner placement on the Main Stage (provided by The Spring Showdown)
- Placement of 1 company banner (provided by the company) around event site
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Media presence (with corporate acknowledgment) in all print marketing materials for The Spring Showdown
- Includes print advertising, posters, and event banners
- Corporate logo on The Spring Showdown email blast
- Corporate logo on The Spring Showdown Sponsorship Page linking to the sponsors website
- TAMUK Esports The Spring Showdown individual social media posts (with corporate acknowledgment)
- Printed ads and listings in The Spring Showdown programs
Game Information
Game Overview
All people that wish to compete must register for the game of their choice. Those who pay for their registration fee do NOT need to purchase a general admission. The competitor registration counts as General Admission.
Each game has their own category which includes their purchasing link and information regarding the game. These can be found below:
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Super Smash Bros Ultimate | $30
Price increased to $30 on 4/24/2025
- Side Events | $10 Each
The general purchasing website can be found here, which shows all purchasing options.
General Game Rules
Failure to follow the rules per game can result in disqualification for all games.
General game rules are as follows:
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No cheating of any kind will be permitted during the event. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Use of third-party software (aim assist, macros, or other automatic tools)
- Modification of game files to obtain an unfair advantage (altered hitboxes, custom skins)
- Hardware modifications (modified controllers or mice with built in macros)
- Stream sniping or access to any unauthorized spectator feed during live matches
- Communication with non-team members during a match (including coaches, friends, or audience)
- Any other unfair advantage over the enemy team
- Only one entry per game is allowed
- Destruction of event property is not permitted and may result in a fine
- By participating in this event, all competitors agree to be photographed, recorded, and/or live-streamed as part of the tournament experience
- All registered competitors acknowledge and consent to the possibility of being called to play their match on stage if selected
- Players must be present at their station or staging area within 5 minutes of being called for their match. Failure to appear may result in a forfeit
- The use of profanity, hate speech, harassment, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and may lead to disqualification or removal from the venue
- Tampering with or unplugging other players’ equipment is strictly prohibited
- Players are responsible for bringing their own controllers or peripherals, unless otherwise specified. Equipment must meet tournament standards and not provide an unfair advantage
- Pausing a match without referee approval may result in a loss of round, stock, or game — depending on the severity and context
- All gameplay disputes must be brought to a tournament official immediately after the match. Failure to report in a timely manner may result in the result being upheld
- In the event of equipment failure or game crashes, a tournament official will determine the best course of action, which may include a restart
- Event officials reserve the right to add or alter rules at any time during the event to preserve fairness and integrity
Super Smash Bros Ultimate
Super Smash Bros Ultimate will have a prize pool of $2,000. The prize distribution is as follows:
| Placement | Percentage | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 40% | $800 |
| 2nd | 20% | $400 |
| 3rd | 15% | $300 |
| 4th | 10% | $200 |
| 5th–6th | 5% each | $100 each |
| 7th–8th | 2.5% each | $50 each |
Cost of registration for Super Smash Bros Ultimate is $30. Day-of registration is $45.
Price increased to $30 on 4/24/2025
The Super Smash Bros Ultimate Bracket can be found here!Super Smash Bros Ultimate will follow this ruleset:
- 1v1
- 3 Stocks
- Top 8 - Best of 5
- Brackets 9 and below - Best of 3
- Double-Elimination Bracket
- Bring your own controller
- No Stage Hazards
- 7 Minute Timer
- No items or spirits
- Rock-paper-scissors for the pick of a starter stage or "gentleman's" agreement to start on a starter stage
- Standard DSR (Dave's stupid rule: players are not allowed to counterpick to any stage on which they have previously won a game on throughout a set.)
- The winner of a game will be allowed to ban three stage picks. The loser will pick a stage that isn't banned. Counterpick stages will open after the first game
Side Events
The Spring Showdown will host 4 side events. These events will be:
- EA College Football
- Mortal Kombat 1
- Street Fighter 6
- Tekken 8
The cost of entry for each event is $10 that will be paid during the event. The prizing is a $250 prize pool per game. This is broken down below:
| Placement | Percentage | Prize |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 50% | $125 |
| 2nd | 25% | $62.50 |
| 3rd | 15% | $37.50 |
| 4th | 10% | $25 |
Each game must be purchased day of during it's respective sign up.
EA College Football
The ruleset for EA College Football is as follows:
- TBD
Mortal Kombat 1
The ruleset for Mortal Kombat 1 is as follows:
- TBD
Street Fighter 6
The ruleset for Street Fighter 6 is as follows:
- TBD
Tekken 8
The ruleset for Tekken 8 is as follows:
- TBD