Pennsylvania’s #1 Matt Strzelecki grinds through two tiebreakers to win the Pinball Gallery Pokémon launch party in Malvern, capping the night on Stern’s new table.
Continue readingPokemon Debut Decides Pinball Gallery’s Launch Party
Richard Godwin Rules the Floor at Tik Tok’s Fair Strikes
Twelve-year pinball veteran Richard Godwin put on a masterclass in arena floorcraft at Tik Tok’s Workshop on June 15, putting up top group scores on five of seven machines to clinch a commanding Group Knockout Fair Strikes tournament victory.
Continue readingThrone Brewing Pinball Tournament: Jared Harris Sweeps Elite 34-Player Field
Stern’s Pirates of the Caribbean celebrates its 20-year anniversary by anchoring a high-stakes, 34-player IFPA tournament at Throne Brewing in Glendale. Read our full recap on how Washington’s Jared Harris swept a stacked field of Arizona NACS contenders—including andrew kohtz and Mark Pearson—in an eight-round Pace Match Play crucible.
Continue readingJim Smith Survives The Amazing Race at Silverball Sunday
Jim Smith captures the crown at Atomic Age Modern’s Silverball Sunday after an unbelievable sudden-death upset against top-ranked Mark Pearson on Flight 2000. From Jason Barre’s flawless qualifying sweep to the dramatic Nine Ball title decider, read the full recap of how a tight field shook up the Arizona standings.
Continue readingRedline Surprises and Retro Queens: Highlights from Belles & Chimes Phoenix
From fierce rivalries to surprise upsets, the women of Belles & Chimes Phoenix lit up Atomic Age Modern in Mesa. 💥 A celebration of pinball, community, and competition — with a few classics stealing the show.
Continue readingOregon Pinball Shines at Next Level in a Sea of 229 Machines
Barb Wire took center stage.
Rush and Flash kept players guessing.
And Mathew Peterson showed why he’s Oregon’s #1.
Full recap from the Max Match Play at Next Level Pinball Museum
Multiballs, Mayhem, and a Shark-Sized Finale in Anaheim
From a toy box beatdown on Aerosmith to a bloody finale on JAWS, Anaheim’s Pins & Pirates League #5 had all the drama. Shoutout to underdog Robert Potter for taking the win at Captain’s Arcade Showroom!
Continue readingMathew Peterson Tops Max Match Play at Next Level
Oregon’s #1 just proved why he’s on top. Mathew Peterson dominates Max Match Play at Next Level Pinball 🏆 Full results, machine breakdowns, and spicy stats inside 🚨
Continue readingMesa’s Pinball Scene Heats Up Despite the Rain at Atomic Age Modern
Rain or shine, pinball players show up! 🌧️ The Atomic Age Modern tournament was electric, with tight matches on everything from Hot Wheels to Godzilla. Who took the win?
Continue readingTough Tilts and High Scores: Southeastern PA League
Bumpers were buzzing and flippers were flying at the Pinball Gallery for the Southeastern PA Playoffs! Who took home the title? Dive into the action here!
Continue reading