Gamebattles.com, on the other hand, is a destination website for online competitions.

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It nonetheless runs internet discussion groups and expects readers to apply online to enter competitions.

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"I was very good at the game and was invited to take part in national competitions online, " he said.

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You can hunt up the live streams of some competitions online.

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CBSi currently broadcasts Pro Circuit competitions online via GameSpot.com.

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Even last month, a post on pianist Ethan Iverson's "Do the Math" blog sparked online debate over whether jazz competitions support or inhibit creativity.

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Additionally more and more competitions are popping up both online and offline.

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