eSports Returns To Talking Stick Resort On November 18

SALT RIVER PIMA-MARICOPA INDIAN COMMUNITY, Ariz., Nov. 8, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Further solidifying its position as Arizona's home for eSports, Talking Stick Resort will host its second tournament in its Showroom on Saturday, Nov. 18. Following the enormous success of its inaugural event in October, the video game competition will once again feature Super Smash Bros. 4 and Super Smash Bros. Melee.

"The success of Talking Stick Resort's first eSports tournament, with more than 200 participants, is a true testament to its popularity in the Valley," said Ramon Martinez, director of public relations for Talking Stick Resort. "We were excited to welcome so many from the Arizona eSports community and look forward to doing it again in the coming weeks. We see nothing, but huge potential in our foray into eSports."

Talking Stick Resort's latest eSport's competition will feature both singles and doubles competitions with a prize pool of $5,000. Play will begin at 9 a.m. with matches scheduled throughout the day. Participants will vie for cash prizes playing Super Smash Bros. 4 and Super Smash Bros. Melee, two fighter games played on Wii, using controllers to compete one on one through individual characters. The exciting event is free for public viewing and will this time feature a new component, Cosplay.

The resort again partnered with Ultimate Media Ventures (UMV), a renowned gaming and eSports innovation company, for its Nov. event. Their expertise in the creation of compelling events and the eSports community was essential in the resort's ability to offer an event that was not only exciting, but also authentic to the sport. The two entities will join together again for a third event in early 2018.

To register for Talking Stick Resort's eSports Arizona: Showdown in the Desert event, visit http://smash.gg/tournament/esports-arizona-talking-stick-resort . Registration fees range based on completion selection. Must be 18 or older to participate.

For those traveling to the tournament or looking to experience more of the property, Talking Stick Resort will offer an eSports overnight stay package. It include a special rate of $169 with a $25 food and beverage credit. The package is basked on availability for stays on Nov. 17, 2017, book online at https://reservations.travelclick.com/73351?groupID=2048340#/guestsandrooms

Talking Stick Resort
Talking Stick Resort (TSR) is an AAA Four Diamond Rated Resort and a central landmark within the emerging Talking Stick Cultural and Entertainment Destination (TSCED). Located in Scottsdale, Ariz., just east of the Loop 101 on Talking Stick Way, TSR is locally owned and caringly operated by the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community. The property offers culturally rich experiences and luxury accommodations throughout its 496 deluxe rooms, 240,000 sq. ft. property, 11 restaurants and lounges, world-class spa, 650-seat showroom, 25,000 sq. ft. grand ballroom, thriving cultural center and more than 100,000 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting space.

Ultimate Media Ventures 
Ultimate Media Ventures (UMV) is a highly specialized gaming and esports innovation company focused on growing the infrastructure of the highly nuanced esports industry. Our core focus is media & product experiences that define and serve the global gaming and esports community. UMV is the parent company to two core operating divisions: Weapons Grade Studios (media) and ULT (elevated lifestyle & technical products). Our network extends from the eSports industry to pro teams & players and the fans.

To learn more about Ultimate Media Ventures, follow us on Instagram @ULTeSports and Twitter @ULTlosangeles or visit http://www.ultimate.gg/. UMV's product brand (ULT esports) gear and apparel is available at ULTesports.com.

SOURCE Talking Stick Resort