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Manhattan Pokémon Card Shop Rebrands as The Trainer Court After Nintendo Flags Name and Logo

Operations continue with Pokemon Day plans following a switch to a new logo that drops Poké Ball imagery.

Overview

  • The Poké Court said Nintendo contacted the owners with concerns about the store’s name and Poké Ball logo, prompting a rebrand to The Trainer Court.
  • The new branding features a stylized “C,” with the website and in-store signage being updated to match.
  • An employee told ABC7 that during a January community event, armed suspects stole more than $100,000 in merchandise.
  • The shop says it will maintain community events, weekday programming, and tournaments, including a Pokemon Day event on February 27.
  • Reporters highlight a broader 2026 rise in thefts targeting Pokémon TCG retailers across the United States.