Catan Studio and Asmodee have announced that Catan is now an official Proud Partner of the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking the first-ever sports partnership for the globally recognized board game brand. The collaboration unites two Minnesota-based organizations that share a focus on community, strategy, and connection.

“This partnership highlights how Catan has become woven into sports culture, celebrating teamwork, strategy, and the power of play that unites fans on and off the court,” says Kevin Hovdestad, Director of Brand Development at Catan Studio.

Throughout the current season, Catan will host interactive concourse activations at select Timberwolves home games, giving fans the opportunity to test their strategy skills, compete with friends, and win exclusive Catan prizes. Beyond the court, the partnership will extend into community programming, where both teams will support outreach efforts designed to bring people together through play.

The Timberwolves are also launching a social sweepstakes Nov. 3-10, offering fans the chance to win two tickets to the Nov. 14 game, a Catan-branded Timberwolves jersey, and a Catan 6th Edition board game.

“We are pleased to welcome Catan as a proud partner of the Minnesota Timberwolves,” says Mike Resnick, Vice President of Partnership Marketing for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx. “Catan’s emphasis on strategy, collaboration, and community engagement aligns closely with our organization’s values both on and off the court. Together, we look forward to creating meaningful experiences that connect our fans and celebrate the spirit of teamwork.” 

This partnership reflects a growing intersection between tabletop gaming and live entertainment, reinforcing Catan’s place as a cultural touchstone that continues to inspire collaboration across industries.

Learn more at catan.com.


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