FORMER NEW YORK GIANTS RUNNING BACK TIKI BARBER
TO OPEN DAY ONE OF TOURNAMENT WITH FAN MATCHUPS

WHO: Former New York Giants running back Tiki Barber joins the New Jersey Lottery to host the return of the New Jersey Lottery Rock Paper Scissors Throwdown, taking place April 10-12, 2026. With a field of 384 players, contestants will face off in a weekend-long tournament of classic matchups, competing for the $10K grand prize or a share of the $25K prize pool in an interactive celebration of luck, fun, and Jersey pride.

WHAT: The New Jersey Lottery Rock Paper Scissors Throwdown 2 brings a nostalgic and competitive game of chance to life in an energetic, free-to-enter competition for adults ages 18+. The three-day event delivers memorable experiences for players and fans alike, offering:

• Special appearance by Tiki Barber for the official press conference kickoff of the 2026 tournament, with attendees invited to compete in exclusive head-to-head matchups
• Press conference with Event Producer, Howard Freeman, and New Jersey Lottery executives
• “Best of 5” Rock Paper Scissors matches across nearly 400 local participants
• Prize pool of $25K split among the top 12 finishers, with $10K reserved for the ultimate Throwdown Champion
• Celebration of the launch of Rock Paper ScissorsⓇ lottery game

The annual event reflects the New Jersey Lottery’s ongoing commitment to creating interactive, community-driven experiences in the spirit of chance, fun, and togetherness.

WHEN:

Friday, April 10th

11 AM: Press conference, media interviews, and photo ops with Tiki Barber and New Jersey Lottery executives, and first-round action of The New Jersey Lottery Rock Paper Scissors Throwdown.

Saturday, April 11th & Sunday, April 12th

12-4 PM: Tournament continues

WHERE:

American Dream (Dream Stage - Court A - Level 1)

1 America Dream Way, East Rutherford

The Dream Stage is at the top of the escalator once you enter American Dream from Parking Deck A.

*The New Jersey Lottery Rock Paper Scissors Throwdown is owned and operated by Promo One of NJ, Inc., a NJ-based special events and festival producer. ROCK PAPER SCISSORSⓇ is a registered trademark of Scientific Games, LLC, © 2026. All rights reserved.

MEDIA CONTACT:

Emily Scuderi

emily@carvecomms.com, 551-427-8985

Emily Auriemma

emilya@carvecomms.com, 856-723-3055