# Pokemon TCG player banned for life after calling judge unfair

> Pokemon TCG veteran iCaterpie says he was banned for life after publicly complaining a judge treated him unfairly.
- Title: Pokemon TCG player banned for life after calling judge unfair
- Summary: Pokemon TCG veteran iCaterpie says he was banned for life after publicly complaining a judge treated him unfairly. Pokemon TCG player Alessandro "iCaterpie"…
- Keywords: pokemon tcg, icaterpie, seahawks, pokemon world championship, pokemon company international, judge, ban, gaming, sports, Pokemon, TCG, player
- Source: Dexerto — https://dexerto.com/pokemon/pokemon-tcg-veteran-says-he-was-banned-for-life-after-calling-out-judge-3419510
- Author: Zackerie Fairfax
- Published: 2026-10-16T20:09:37+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: pokemon tcg, icaterpie, seahawks, pokemon world championship, pokemon company international, judge, ban, gaming, sports
## Pokemon TCG veteran banned
Pokemon TCG player Alessandro "iCaterpie" Cremascoli says he has been permanently banned after publicly complaining a judge treated him unfairly.
## 25 years of dedication
Cremascoli dedicated 25 years to teaching players across Italy and building community before claiming The Pokemon Company International failed to notify him about the ban.
## Public complaint led to ban
Cremascoli complained publicly about a specific judge by name after the latest World Championships, then deleted the post six hours later.
## Company response
JenTCG said Cremascoli's complaint identified a specific judge by name and accused them of unfair treatment, suggesting it explained the sanction.
## Key takeaway

Pokemon TCG player Alessandro "iCaterpie" Cremascoli was banned for life after calling out a judge for unfair treatment.