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2024 Contest Season

Upcoming Events

Date/Time	Event
Nov 10, 2024 10:00 am - 4:00 pm	2024 Illinois State Yo-Yo Contest Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont IL
Nov 16, 2024 9:00 am - 5:00 pm	2024 Michigan State YoYo Contest
Nov 30, 2024 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm	2024 Colorado State Yo-Yo Contest People’s Building, Aurora CO
Dec 7, 2024 11:00 am - 4:30 pm	2024 Florida State YoYo Contest Dezerland Park, Orlando Florida

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The Illinois State Yo-Yo Contest @illinoisyoyo is

The Illinois State Yo-Yo Contest @illinoisyoyo is coming back to the Chicago Toy & Game Fair (CHITAG; Rosemont, IL) on Sunday, Nov. 10! Show off your latest tricks and build-up confidence in competitions. Whether you’re a yo-yo contest pro or a first-time competitor, the Illinois State Yo-Yo Contest has a division for all levels, including 1A Freestyle, X Freestyle, Sport Freestyle, Doc Lucky’s Duos and the Beginner’s Luck Trick Contest, a new take on the traditional Sport Ladder format. Enjoy all the yo-yo action, alongside a yo-yo collectors showcase, yo-yo traders table and yo-yo marketplace.

Find all the upcoming yo-yo contests at YoYoContest.com!

The New York State Yo-Yo Contest is coming to Cone

The New York State Yo-Yo Contest is coming to Coney Island on October 5th, 2024!
Don’t miss the yo-yo fling of the year brought to you by the New York Yo-Yo Club!
Visit yoyocontest.com to find links to the full website & registration!

We would like to take a moment to thank the member

We would like to take a moment to thank the members of the National Yo-Yo League advisory board: André Boulay, Brandon Jackson, Ben Hewatt, Colin Beckford, Dave Schulte, Eric Koloski, Gentry Stein, Graeme Steller, Kyle Kosarek, Patrick Canny, Nathan Crissey, Remy Baskin, Seth Peterson, and Thad Winzenz. Their hard work and many late nights spent on Zoom across multiple time zones have made the 2024 contest season a reality. Let us thank all of them for their continued efforts in advancing the yoyo contest scene, ensuring its growth and excellence into the future. Thank you also to the many members, competitors, and sponsors of the NYYL for trusting us. We encourage everyone to take a moment to reach out and thank one of these incredible individuals directly for their hard work. The future of competitive yoyoing in the United States has never looked brighter.

Colin Beckford @colinbeckford has received the NYY

Colin Beckford @colinbeckford has received the NYYL’s National Achievement Award for his remarkable contributions to contest judging, his support for the National Yo-Yo League, and his key role in organizing in-person and online events for Scales Collective. Colin has played a significant role in evolving the judging process within the yo-yo community. By introducing advanced tools like the Scales Clicker, he has provided comprehensive, real-time feedback on freestyle performances, helping judges learn from each other and improving the precision and fairness of contest judging. His dedication to helping the NYYL judging team create clear and accurate standards will continue to support the growth and success of the USA contest scene. Colin’s efforts have not only enhanced the competitive landscape but also created a supportive and enriching environment for yo-yo players and judges alike. Join us in thanking him for all his hard work over the years in bettering the yo-yo community!

We are thrilled to announce in our best MC voice t

We are thrilled to announce in our best MC voice that Graeme Steller @gsteller has been awarded the National League Merit Award. Graeme's exceptional MC skills have significantly contributed to making the yo-yo contest scene in the USA more professional and respected. His key role in organizing PNWR and Nationals has been invaluable, and his dedication has greatly benefited the community. Known for his energetic presence and ability to engage audiences, Graeme has elevated the overall experience at events, ensuring they are memorable and enjoyable for participants and spectators alike. Join us in congratulating Graeme on this well-deserved recognition!

Congratulations to @GentryStein for being awarded

Congratulations to @GentryStein for being awarded the Donald F. Duncan Award for Industry Excellence. Gentry’s contributions to the yo-yo industry have been instrumental in attracting new players through his inspiring content and widely shared videos. With world championships in 2014 and 2019, along with multiple U.S. National titles, Gentry has traveled globally, spreading the joy of yo-yoing. Additionally, his influence on competition freestyle and the artistic expression of yo-yoing has elevated the industry’s standards. His dedication to inspiring a new generation of yo-yo enthusiasts and his innovative spirit make him a true ambassador of the sport. Join us in congratulating Gentry on this well-deserved honor!

It is with great pride that we announce Michelle D

It is with great pride that we announce Michelle Dauer @mommayoyos as the recipient of the Mark Sitton Award for Sportsmanship. As both a devoted yo-yo parent and the head of the DXL Yo-Yo Crew in Orange County, California, she has proven to be a true ambassador for the sport. Michelle always makes everyone feel so welcome and is an inspiration for women and yo-yo parents to learn to throw and even get on stage and just have fun! Her leadership ensures the continued success of the DXL Yo-Yo Crew while fostering a supportive and welcoming environment. Michelle truly embodies the values that Mark Sitton championed. Please join us in saying congratulation to Michelle on this well-deserved honor!

The National Yo-Yo League is delighted to award @a

The National Yo-Yo League is delighted to award @aliyahtan64 the 2024 Most Inspirational Player Award for her exceptional dedication to the 3A style and her consistent inspiration to others through her performances and positive attitude. After Aliyah's freestyle, people often comment how moved they feel by her stage presence, creativity, and general kindness both on and off the stage. Please join us in thanking her for the positive influence she has had and continues to bring to the yo-yo community!

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