Mahjong Mini-Tournment: SoM League San Diego

This pilot event introduces the Series of Mahjong League format using Zung Jung rules. Designed as a cross-variant competitive format, Zung Jung is structured to be legible and accessible to players from all Mahjong backgrounds.

We will be playing on automatic tables. There will be five tables, and players will participate in multiple timed sessions with standardized scoring and seating, simulating a consistent, repeatable tournament environment.

The event will trial league operations, including match flow, scoring, and overall player experience. All players are welcome; familiarity with Zung Jung is helpful but not required. It is recommended that you read the before the event.

The first-place player of the event will receive a $100 prize.

Lunch will not be provided at the event. Players must make their own lunch arrangements. The venue itself serves food, and there are many restaurants in the area.

Details:

• Entry Fee: $30
• Prize: $100 to 1st Place
• Capacity: 20 players
• Lunch: Players must arrange their own

Schedule:

• 12:00-12:30 pm: Check-in time
• 12:30-1:30 pm: Session 1
• 1:30-1:45 pm: Break
• 1:45-2:45 pm: Session 2
• 2:45-3:15 pm: Lunch Break
• 3:15-4:15 pm: Session 3
• 4:15-4:30 pm: Break
• 4:30-5:30 pm: Session 4
• 5:30-6:00 pm: Announcement of Results/Free Play

Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event!

A pre-tournament session has been added to help familiarize players with the ZJMCR format. You must
This event is limited to players registered for the Series of Mahjong League Mini-Tournament. It is structured to ensure all participants understand the competitive format and are prepared for tournament conditions.
The session will include:

• A concise review of tournament rules and procedures
• Clarification of the session structure, timing, and table flow
• Explanation and walkthrough of the match point system
• Open Q&A to resolve rule or format uncertainties
• One full simulated session under tournament conditions, two if time allows

Play will be conducted on automatic tables to mirror the tournament environment. The objective is to standardize expectations, reduce procedural errors, and allow players to experience the pace and structure of competitive play before the event.

Liability

By attending San Diego Mahjong Club events, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation and agree to release and hold harmless the San Diego Mahjong Club (SDMC) and its organizers, hosts, volunteers, and agents, including Nathanael J. Reynolds, from any liability for injury, illness, death, loss, or damage, including those arising from negligence, to the fullest extent permitted by law.

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