ST. LOUIS – The ‘Battle 4 the Lou’ gaming tournament is set to take place this Saturday at the Baden Library, offering participants a chance to win $500 and qualify for the grand finals in October.
The event is part of a series of gaming competitions organized by the BGG Foundation, a nonprofit founded by Robert Powell in 2022. Powell, who previously worked as a marketing manager for Sony PlayStation, aims to create positive opportunities for gaming enthusiasts.
“It’s just a passion and a hustle,” said Robert Powell, CEO and founder of BGG Foundation. “I try to be the leader I needed when I was younger for the kids that need to be impacted today.”Jiu-jitsu instructor charged with having sex with student
Following the tournament at Baden Library, gamers are invited to the ‘Gaming at the Concert’ event on July 19 at the High Low Listening Room. This event will feature competitions in popular games such as Smash Bros., NBA 2K25, and Tekken 8, with first-place winners receiving $250 cash.
The gaming series continues with the ‘Got Game Tournament’ at the Clark Family Branch on July 26th. Participants in this event will compete for a $500 prize, and there will be exciting raffles for PlayStation 5 consoles and gaming swag.
These events highlight the growing interest in competitive gaming and provide a platform for gamers to showcase their skills. For more information, click here.
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