Community Updates: QT Pioneers Take Top 11 At RLCS Worlds

Pioneers fans,
September has been an exciting month for the Pioneers. Our iRacing pro, Graham Bowlin, is one of the top 4 drivers who will compete at the eNASCAR championship. Locally, we are hosting a $2,000 Rocket League LAN at Kansas Speedway on September 29 and Off the Couch on October 5. On the international stage, our Rocket League team competed in Fort Worth, TX, and took top 11. And, our Apex Legends team gave their all in the Last Chance Qualifier for the Championship in Japan. Below are the Pioneers' recent highlights since the last newsletter:

• Bowlin Secures Top 4 Spot for eNASCAR Championship 

• Pioneers Finish Top 11 at RLCS World Championship

• Pioneers Competed in the ALGS Last Chance Qualifier

• Kansas Speedway $2,000 Rocket League Tournament on September 29

• Off the Couch Nebraska Furniture Mart Tournament on October 5

Bowlin Secures Top 4 Spot for eNASCAR Championship 

On September 10, Pioneers eNASCAR drivers Graham Bowlin and Wyatt Tinsley took on the Phoenix Raceway in the latest round of the eNASCAR Coca-Cola iRacing Series.
For fans who missed the race, click here to watch the event replay. Bowlin secured an impressive 7th place finish, while Tinsley placed 18th among the top 40 drivers. As a result, Tinsley maintains his 25th overall rank in the season's standings.

Bowlin's consistent performance throughout the season has moved him into the top 4 overall, earning him a coveted spot in the eNASCAR Championship. Additionally, Bowlin and Tinsley's strong finishes have placed the Pioneers 7th in the team standings among the 20 teams competing this season.

On October 1, Bowlin and the other top 4 drivers will head to the virtual Homestead Miami Speedway for the final showdown. The championship event will be broadcast live from Charlotte at 7:00 PM CST, where the drivers will compete offline for the title.

Be sure to tune in as Bowlin competes for the eNASCAR Championship!

QuikTrip Pioneers Finish as Top 11 Global Team at RLCS 2024 World Championship 

The QuikTrip Pioneers Rocket League team made their way from Australia to compete in the RLCS 2024 World Championship in Fort Worth, TX, held from September 10-15. The competition began with the Swiss Stage, where the top 16 global teams faced off in a Swiss System Format with best-of-five matches.

The Pioneers started with two tough losses, falling 0-3 to Gentle Mates Alpine and 0-3 to Team Secret. However, the team rallied with a 3-1 victory over Limitless. In one of the tournament's most memorable upsets, the Pioneers defeated North America's #2 seed, Gen.G Mobil1 Racing, in a thrilling 3-2 match. Unfortunately, their run came to an end after a 0-3 loss to Spacestation Gaming, placing the Pioneers in the Top 11.

We are incredibly proud of the QuikTrip Pioneers Rocket League team for their outstanding performance in the 2024 RLCS Season, and we look forward to seeing what they will accomplish next year!

Pioneers Fight Hard in ALGS Last Chance Qualifier

The Pioneers made a valiant effort in the ALGS Last Chance Qualifier from September 13-15, battling to secure a spot in the Apex Legends Global Series Championship in Japan. Among 40 competing teams, the Pioneers advanced through the Bracket Stage and secured a Top 10 finish, which earned them a place in the Winners Bracket Round 2.

In the Winners Bracket Round 2, the remaining 20 teams faced off, and the Pioneers finished 14th, leading them to the Losers Bracket Round 2. Despite a strong showing, placing 10th in the final round, the Pioneers narrowly missed qualification for the ALGS Championship, marking the end of their season.

While the outcome was not what they had hoped for, we are incredibly proud of the Pioneers' determination and growth this season. We look forward to what the future holds for Pioneers Apex Legends!

Pioneers to host $2,000 Rocket League Tournament at Kansas Speedway 

The Pioneers are excited to announce a $2000 in-person Rocket League tournament on September 29 at Kansas Speedway. Presented by the Army National Guard, this event promises to bring fierce competition and exciting gameplay to fans and players alike. 

In addition to the tournament, Kansas Speedway is also hosting the NASCAR Playoffs Weekend from September 27-29. Be sure to check out the Speedway's website here for more details about how to get in on the action and here to score discounted tickets to the NASCAR Cup Series Playoffs race on September 29. 

To celebrate, the Pioneers are giving away a PlayStation 5! Enter the giveaway here for your chance to win. To register for the Rocket League tournament, click here and secure your spot in the competition!

Off the Couch Coming to Kansas City Nebraska Furniture Mart

Get ready for an exciting day of gaming as Off the Couch takes over the Kansas City Nebraska Furniture Mart on October 5! Hosted by LEVELUP Arena and the Pioneers and presented by the Army National Guard, this action-packed event will feature tournaments, open gaming, and amazing giveaways.

The event, located in the event center, will include:

• 3v3 Rocket League Tournament

• NCAA College Football Tournament (limit 16 players)

• Open play gaming stations

In addition to the competitions, attendees will have the chance to meet professional gamers, streamers, and local influencers. With a $3000 prize pool up for grabs, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

Click here to register and secure your spot! Plus, enter here for your chance to win the event giveaway prize, which includes a $150 Nebraska Furniture Mart gift card and a copy of EA College Football 25!

Join us on October 5 at 10:00 AM CST for an unforgettable day at Off the Couch!