Bo Jackson Battle Arena is returning bigger than ever to The National Sports Card Convention in Chicago, IL, from July 30 to August 3, 2025! Come visit us at Booth #346. Mark your calendars and gear up to compete for $100,000 in prizes, exclusive APEX World Champion cards, BoJax N’25 Autos, and more incredible rewards.
Choose Your Battle
Secure your spot today and lock in your entry at half the price. All events will be half price through July 20th. Find the tournament that best fits your competitive style:
Apex Playmaker
Start Time:
Round 1 - Friday, 9:30 AM
Round 2 (Top 16) - Friday, 7:30 PM
Round 3 (Top 4) - Saturday, 2:30 PM (Top 8 ceremony @ 12 PM)
Deck Power Cap: APEX 160
Format: Solo Playmaker Mode
Entry Ticket: BoJax N’24 Auto /99 #101A
Must provide entry ticket (or approved proof-of-ownership) to register
Apex Madness Start Time: Saturday, 10 AM
Format: Team Rookie Mode
Entry Ticket: BoJax N’24 Auto /99 #101A
Must provide entry ticket (or approved proof-of-ownership) to register
Elite Playmaker
Start Time: Saturday, 10:30 AM
Format: Solo Playmaker
Entry Fee: $50 ($25 through July 20th)
Deck Power Cap: 8,250
Prizes: Top 8: Exclusive BoBA card 3rd and 4th place: 10 Alpha Update Booster packs 2nd place: Alpha Update Booster Box + Fire or Ice Auto Winner: Alpha Update Jumbo Hobby Box + Gum or Hex Auto
SPEC Playmaker
Start Time:
Round 1 - Friday, 12 PM
Round 2 - Friday, 9 PM (Top 8)
Round 3 - Saturday, 4 PM (Finals)
Deck Power Cap: SPEC 160
Prizes: Top 8: Exclusive BoBA card 3rd and 4th place: 10 Alpha Update Booster packs 2nd place: Alpha Update Booster Box + Fire or Ice Auto Winner: Alpha Update Jumbo Hobby Box + Gum or Hex Auto
80’s Blizzard Bowl
Start Time: Friday, 2 PM
Format: Solo Substitution Mode
Deck Restrictions: Grandma’s Linoleum, 80’s Rad, and Blizzard Battlefoils only (SPEC 160)
Entry Fee: $20 ($10 through July 20th)
Optional Special Uniform
“Something 80's" (prizes for best dressed!)
Prizes: Top 8: Exclusive BoBA card 3rd and 4th place: 10 Alpha Update Booster packs 2nd place: Alpha Update Booster Box + Fire or Ice Auto Winner: Alpha Update Jumbo Hobby Box + Gum or Hex Auto
Silver Headlines
Start Time: Sunday, 10:30 AM
Format: Solo Playmaker Mode
Entry Fee: $20 ($10 through July 20th)
Deck Restrictions: Silver and Headlines Battlefoils only. No Bonus Plays
Prize: Top 8: Exclusive BoBA card 3rd and 4th place: 10 Alpha Update Booster packs 2nd place: Alpha Update Booster Box + Fire or Ice Auto Winner: Alpha Update Jumbo Hobby Box + Gum or Hex Auto
Don't forget to review our Event Guide for deck-building specifics and additional information!
New release
Stop by our booth on Friday, August 1st for a chance to meet Flavor Flav!
Plus Bo will be making a BIG announcement Friday @ Noon at the booth! You don't want to miss this!
And that's not all!
This year's event features exclusive appearances by sports legends like Chauncey Billups, Dominique Wilkins, Cheryl Miller, Dennis Eckersley, Carlton Fisk.
Saturday, August 2nd, be sure to stop by the booth and connect with your sports heroes and get an inside look as these athletes sign their cards for BoBA 2026!
We’ll be unveiling our latest release, BoBA x Big League Chew, live at the show!
Look for limited /99 cards of iconic Heroes like Allen Iverson, Magic Johnson, Emmitt Smith, and more. Plus, chase rare /16 and /34 Bo Jackson variants across all flavors, and the N’25 BoJax Glow Autograph /99—your entry to the 2026 APEX Event with a $150K prize pool!
Plus, you’ll be able to purchase Alpha Update product while supplies last. Don’t miss your chance to grab these exclusive deals and see what’s new in the Battle Arena!
Big announcement
Stop by our booth on Friday, August 1st for a chance to meet Flavor Flav!
Plus Bo will be making a BIG announcement Friday @ Noon at the booth! You don't want to miss this!
Meet Some of Bo's Friends
This year's event features exclusive appearances by sports legends like Chauncey Billups, Dominique Wilkins, Cheryl Miller, Dennis Eckersley, Carlton Fisk.
Saturday, August 2nd, be sure to stop by the booth and connect with your sports heroes and get an inside look as these athletes sign their cards for BoBA 2026!
If you're attending The National this years' you're truly in for a week like no other. We can't wait to see you all in Chicago. Let's Bo!!