Quoted from Frax:Not exactly sure what you're referring to.
curious as to why 2017 will be different? are the new WPPR rules going to be significantly changed? i couldnt find a read me for 5.3
edit: found it here: https://www.ifpapinball.com/wppr-formula-change-to-v5-3-for-2017/
Quoted from InfiniteLives:curious as to why 2017 will be different? are the new WPPR rules going to be significantly changed? i couldnt find a read me for 5.3
edit: found it here: https://www.ifpapinball.com/wppr-formula-change-to-v5-3-for-2017/
For TX, specifically, not overall. 
Quoted from Frax:For TX, specifically, not overall.
Ya won't effect Texas really. Good point.
Quoted from Frax:Better enjoy it while you can.. 2017 going to be a very different year...
Yeah, because I'll be better 
Atleast that is what I keep telling myself.
But I think I know where you are headed and I hope you are right.
Quoted from 85vett:Did I misunderstand the rules? I thought top seed picked the first game (or player position) then after that it was the loser of the previous game that got the choice.
Also, first time qualifier here in Texas. Looking forward to giving this a try.
Yes that method is correct. I have no issue with the higher seed picking the very first game or position.
I was talking about a concept that some TDs might want to use to keep the day from being too long.
Specifically, my comment was about the top set (for example 1 and 16 in round one) picking their game (say AC/DC) and sets (2,15) etc. not being able to wait for that game and being forced to make another choice because the TD wants to make sure the tourney moves quickly.
Granted it is best of 7 and sets (2,15) etc. could play AC/DC at some other point, but maybe that player wants to play that specific game first to get a psychological advantage or calm his nerves by playing something familiar etc. To be denied access to a game at the State Championship level because they didn't qualify higher and the TD wants to speed things up is kind of cheesy IMO. If that method of choosing (denying) was going to be a rule it should be known well in advance.
That was the point. Hopefully a little clearer
Quoted from GravitaR:I really hope a group of players gets together and chooses the game the high seed group plays each and every round just to prove how bad the waiting rule is.
The only people that hurts are the group of players that do it to themselves? Lol
My rule on waiting is that if you're waiting .... It means you're still alive! Can't wait once you're eliminated so enjoy the opportunity while you have it
Quoted from GravitaR:Waiting for a game where there are 20+ titles available should be against the rules since a match is the best of seven. A player has to have at least 3 games they want to play, why not go to one of those instead? I hope there is an SCS that all players choose the same game for each round and match.
Understood, and it sounds reasonable...in theory. When you play in the SCS and there are exactly 7 games to choose from, order of game play can be quite significant
Quoted from GravitaR:I really hope a group of players gets together and chooses the game the high seed group plays each and every round just to prove how bad the waiting rule is.
you may be being sarcastic. not sure. every social competition has "those" people. you know, the ones who are willing to be a stick in the mud to prove that things would go smoother if they were in charge. no one likes those guys, and if they ever do run events, the success of those events comes from the fact that they themselves are no longer a barrier between organizers and a smooth running event.
and honestly, do you really hope that a group of players decides to slow things down and spoil the fun of a state championship pinball tournament for everyone, simply so that you can be proven right online about a proposed formula change???
Quoted from SHOOTTHEPYRAMID:honestly, do you really hope that a group of players decides to slow things down and spoil the fun of a state championship pinball tournament for everyone, simply so that you can be proven right online about a proposed formula change???
Yes as I'm strongly against intentional delays. The rule needs to be changed.
Quoted from GravitaR:Yes as I'm strongly against intentional delays. The rule needs to be changed.
I haven't seen a tournament be "intentionally delayed" because of this rule.
And you say you are against an intentional delay, but then you say that you hope a group of players get together and intentionally delay a tournament to prove your point?
Get over it.
What I have seen happen, is that most players will choose an open game, and they can come back to a machine if they passed it up earlier in the match because it was being played.
Most players feel like playing, so they will not usually wait, at least not until the final rounds, or pivotal games within a match.
But hey, maybe you can convince a bunch of players to be assholes and pile up behind one machine, I'm sure you'll all have a blast "sticking it to the man!"
Qualifying for the 4th annual IFPA State Championship Series is now complete, and it’s now time for us to find our qualifiers for the 40 different IFPA State Championship finals. These finals will all be held simultaneously on February 11th, 2017, with 640 finalists competing for not only a State Championship title, but also a spot in the fourth annual IFPA US National Championship.
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Is it common for the top players to wait until the last minute to choose their state? I've noticed many of the top 20 haven't chosen yet.
I will be playing in IN if Trent doesn't take my spot. Ugh. I think he played KY last year. Guess I will know soon. Deadline is tomorrow at 7pm I believe.
Quoted from mizary:Is it common for the top players to wait until the last minute to choose their state? I've noticed many of the top 20 haven't chosen yet.
I will be playing in IN if Trent doesn't take my spot. Ugh. I think he played KY last year. Guess I will know soon. Deadline is tomorrow at 7pm I believe.
Hope you make it buddy. I thought Trent was doing IN this year, but not sure.
Quoted from chuckwurt:Hope you make it buddy. I thought Trent was doing IN this year, but not sure.
yeah I thought I'd heard that too... maybe from you. I'm not too concerned either way. Lafayette is pretty far and I'd be doing the trip solo.
Should be at the bar early (6:30 ish) tonight, I haven't been playing much lately. I need the practice. I might have recruited a new player too... the guy who inspected the chimney in our new house today! Hope he shows up.
Quoted from mizary:yeah I thought I'd heard that too... maybe from you. I'm not too concerned either way. Lafayette is pretty far and I'd be doing the trip solo.
Make the trip. This is a great event. You never know, you could be headed to Vegas afterwards!
Quoted from chuckwurt:Make the trip. This is a great event. You never know, you could be headed to Vegas afterwards!
Nationals is in Dallas this year. Not sure if a lot of people know that.
Quoted from chuckwurt:you could be headed to Vegas afterwards!
Pretty sure it's Dallas this year...
The irony of this is I could MAYBE snag a spot in Nevada SCS, but I can't currently seem to find a way to get the day off for it and get there and back for a reasonable price. /sigh
Quoted from Frax:Pretty sure it's Dallas this year...
Quoted from TomGWI:Nationals is in Dallas this year. Not sure if a lot of people know that.
That's what I said. You could be headed to Dallas this year!!
Quoted from mizary:yeah I thought I'd heard that too... maybe from you. I'm not too concerned either way. Lafayette is pretty far and I'd be doing the trip solo.
Should be at the bar early (6:30 ish) tonight, I haven't been playing much lately. I need the practice. I might have recruited a new player too... the guy who inspected the chimney in our new house today! Hope he shows up.
Not to be the bearer of bad news, but if Trent doesn't pick IN, Brad is going to.
I realise this thread is very much about the SCS, however if people wanted to get a glimpse into the ACS (IFPA Australian Championship Series) starting February 10th in Melbourne, and learn a little about the thriving pinball scene down this way, there's a short little story here: http://gamethesystem.co/latest/20/1/2017/the-5-players-to-watch-in-the-ifpa-australian-championship-series
All of dallas eliminated in round 1.....you guys sure know how to motivate me to take no prisoners this year and get back in.. 
*Edit* I love that a guy who consistently claims he doesn't play well took out Josh Henderson. LOL...Texas: Where pro players come to die. 
Quoted from GRR:Others I know
David Ziegler won Kansas
Chris Chinn won Washington
Start a list
Jason Zahler New Jersey
Jerry Bernard Connecticut
Aviana Smith Idaho
Steve Daniels Vermont
Michael Haycock Maine
Chris Basler Missouri
Alex Huffman Alabama
David Ziegler Kansas
Chris Chinn Washington
Quoted from ifpapinball:I have to compile the list for Nationals invites so we'll post a complete list once I've gotten all the results in.
We know it will be available after all the scores are posted. But we impatient people want to know.
Quoted from ifpapinball:Zach won Illinois
Who? 
In order by State
Alex Huffman Alabama
Jerry Bernard Connecticut
Aviana Smith Idaho
Zach Sharpe Illinois
Tommy Skinner Indiana
David Ziegler Kansas
Michael Haycock Maine
Adam Peacock Michigan
Chris Basler Missouri
Jason Zahler New Jersey
Cryss Stephens Pennsylvania
Colin MacAlpine Texas
Steve Daniels Vermont
Chris Chinn Washington
David Daluga WI
Quoted from flynnibus:Virginia - Austin Mackert
Maryland - Justin Day
We might have the list before Josh.
I wonder about NY and MA. Expecting to hear Steve and Bowen.
Alabama - Alex Huffman
Arizona
California
Colorado
Connecticut - Jerry Bernard
District of Columbia
Florida
Georgia - Derek Miazga
Iowa
Idaho - Aviana Smith
Illinois - Zach Sharpe
Indiana - Tommy Skinner
Kansas - David Ziegler
Kentucky - Brian Shepard
Louisiana - Preston Moncla
Massachusetts
Maryland - Justin Day
Maine - Michael Haycock
Michigan - Adam Peacock
Minnesota
Missouri - Chris Basler
North Carolina - Levi Nayman
Nebraska
New Hampshire - Leslie Kozloski
New Jersey - Jason Zahler
Nevada
New York - Sean Grant
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon - Kevin Birell
Pennsylvania - Cryss Stephens
Rhode Island
South Carolina - Trent Augenstein
Texas - Colin MacAlpine
Utah
Virginia - Austin Mackert
Vermont - Steve Daniels
Washington - Chris Chinn
Wisconsin - David Daluga
West Virginia
Levi Nayman won North Carolina
Derek Miazga won Georgia
Sean "The Storm" Grant won New York
Trent won in South Carolina
(taxman, Steve Bowden lost to Sanjay in NJ who lost to Zahler)
Quoted from CrazyLevi:Levi Nayman won North Carolina
Derek Mizenga won Georgia
Sean "The Storm" Grant won New York
(taxman, Steve Bowden lost to Sanjay in NJ who lost to Zahler)
I updated my last "List" post as they come in so I don't fill the page with mostly the same thing. Yes, wow, so Steve took 3rd.
Quoted from Taxman:I updated my last "List" post as they come in so I don't fill the page with mostly the same thing. Yes, wow, so Steve took 3rd.
Add Trent in SC i forgot to list him
I also mangled Derek Miazga's last name. And I consider him a friend!
And you really should use Sean "The Storm" Grant's full name! I'm pretty sure that's on his driver's license.
Also bowen didn't show for MA...I think the winner was Mitch Curtis - I also think Leslie won in NH but I don't know her last name so dont embarrass me with either of these till confirmed
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