Description
Road to $25K Championship
Presented by Unified Pro-Am Association
Dates: July 25–27, 2025
Location: UT Dallas Gaming Center
Address: 800 W. Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75080-3021
Total Prize Pool: $25,000
Overview
The Road to $25K Championship is the official season finale of the Unified Pro-Am Association. The top 16 Pro-Am teams from across the country will face off live at the UT Dallas Gaming Center. Teams have qualified through Road to $25K seasons or the Summer Madness open qualifiers. The top four teams will compete on Championship Sunday for their share of the $25,000 prize pool.
Format & Rules
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Game Title: NBA 2K25
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Mode: 5v5 Pro-Am – Private Matchmaking
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Platform: PlayStation 5 & Xbox Series S/X
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Team Count: 16 Teams
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Bracket: Single-Elimination
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Series Format: Best-of-3
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Official Rules: View UPA Rulebook
Seeding
Seeding for the Road to $25K Championship will be determined by the following criteria:
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Points accumulated during Road to $25K Qualifier Seasons (Divisions 1–3)
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Top 4 placement in the Road to $25K Summer Madness Open Qualifiers
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Wild Card entries and/or Admin selections
Teams with more points and top finishes will receive higher seeds. Teams without qualifying points or placement will be seeded lower.
Non-qualified Entry Option:
Teams who did not participate or place in prior qualifying events may be accepted into the tournament at a premium registration rate. These teams will be guaranteed a lower seed and are subject to approval.
Schedule
All activities take place at the UT Dallas Gaming Center.
Friday, July 25 – Welcome Mixer
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7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Player Check-In & ID Badge Pickup
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7:00 PM – 10:00 PM | Player Mixer & Networking
Saturday, July 26 – Competition Day 1
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9:00 AM | Doors Open & Warmups
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9:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Quarterfinal Matches
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12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Break
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1:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Quarterfinal Matches (continued)
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4:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Top 4 Reveal & Recap
Sunday, July 27 – Championship Sunday
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10:00 AM | Doors Open
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10:30 AM – 12:30 PM | Semifinal Matches
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12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | UTD Esports Showcase
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1:30 PM – 3:30 PM | Grand Finals
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3:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Awards, Photos & Interviews
Note: Match times are subject to change. Teams must remain on-site while actively competing. On-site food options are available.
Team Roster Submission
Upon successful registration, teams will receive a mandatory roster submission form to collect the following information for each player:
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GamerTag / PlayStation ID
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First Name
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Last Name
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Date of Birth
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Phone Number
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Email Address
Deadline: All teams must submit completed roster forms no later than July 1, 2025.
Failure to submit a complete and accurate form may result in removal from the event.
Broadcast
All matches will be streamed live on the Unified Pro-Am Association’s official Twitch channel:
Watch Live on Twitch
Participant Age Requirement
All players must be 18 years of age or older to compete.
Players under the age of 18 will only be permitted to participate if they:
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Are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times
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Submit a signed UPA Live Event Release Form completed by their parent or guardian
Deadline for Underage Player Release Forms: All release forms must be submitted and approved no later than July 15, 2025.
Jersey Requirements
All players are required to wear official team jerseys that include:
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The UPA logo
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Matching team branding on the front
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Gamer tag on the back
Jersey Options
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$65 per jersey for pre-designed styles
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Custom jerseys available through Soar Dogg
Jersey Purchase Deadline: All jerseys must be ordered and paid for no later than July 1, 2025.
Sponsorship Exception:
Teams that have existing jersey sponsorship obligations with another provider may request to use their own jerseys. A fee will apply, and the jerseys must meet all UPA requirements, including proper UPA logo placement.
Equipment Requirements
Teams must bring their own:
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PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series S/X
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HDMI and power cables
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Controllers, headsets, and peripherals
Note: No extra equipment will be provided. Teams without complete setups may forfeit their match.
Code of Conduct
All participants must follow the Unified Pro-Am Association’s Code of Conduct. Players, coaches, and team staff are expected to:
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Show respect to staff, opponents, and venue personnel
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Avoid the use of abusive language, threats, or harassment
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Refrain from unsportsmanlike behavior in and out of the game
Violations may result in penalties, disqualification, or removal from the event. UPA reserves the right to enforce disciplinary action at its discretion.
Security Policy
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No weapons or illegal substances allowed
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No drug paraphernalia
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All bags are subject to search
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Security and UPA staff may remove individuals for violations
Travel & Lodging
Teams are responsible for their own travel and accommodations. Recommended hotels nearby include:
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SpringHill Suites Dallas Richardson/University Area
18180 Highland Springs Way, Dallas, TX 75252 -
Hilton Richardson Dallas
701 East Campbell Road, Richardson, TX 75081 -
Staybridge Suites Plano – Richardson Area
301 Silverglen Drive, Plano, TX 75075
Prize Breakdown
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1st Place: $15,000
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2nd Place: $5,000
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3rd Place: $2,500
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4th Place: $2,500
Prize Disbursement
All prizes will be paid out within 45 days of event completion, pending submission of all required documentation.