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.