Finalists for the X division 2000 World Yo-Yo Contest

These names are listed in alphabetical order

  • Steve Brown
  • Kenji Eto
  • Takahiko Hasagawa
  • John Huber
  • Hironori Mii
  • Chris Neff
  • Doc Popular
  • Shingo Terada
  • Taylor Whitley
  • Atsushi Yamada from Hokkaido
In the case that one or more of these contestants can not attended the 2000 World Yo-Yo Contest, or are unable to compete for whatever reasons, we have selected two alternates that will fill available slots the following order.

1st Alternate: Roger Pimentel
2nd Alternate: Sandra Pajarola

X (Extreme Division)

The X Division is a special free style category for extreme yo-yo play. The emphasis is on creativity, and on pushing the limit. Mastery of more than one style should be demonstrated. These styles can include Freehand, Off String, Off Finger, Mobius, Traditional Style, and any other style developed or not yet developed. Since creativity is the measure for this division, there will be no compulsory trick list to enter this division. Instead contestants will be narrowed down by a pre-judging of video tapes of the performance. This is a world title division.

Rules:

  1. Each contestant must submit a 3 minute uncut VHS Video Tape of their performance in NTSC format (U.S. Standard VHS format)to the judges. The video tape must be received by June 8th 2000. The final performance does not need to be the same as that of the video but must incorporate at least the same level and variety of skill. The shipping address follows these rules.
  2. A Preliminary Judging panel will select, based on the video, 10 contestants to compete in the X division free style at the 2000 World Yo-Yo Contest. Contestants will be notified in advance. Decisions of the judges are final. Contestants not selected for particiaption in the X Division may still enter A or AA divisions.
  3. Selected contestants will perform a 3 minute freestyle to the music of their choice at the 2000 World Yo-Yo Contest.
  4. Contestants must demonstrate a proficiency in more than one style of yo-yo play (see Fusion)

  5. Scoring:

    • Skill (To be scored by way of clickers during the contestants performance.(total possible points-unlimited)
      • Difficulty
        Judges may award 1 -3 points for any completed trick based on difficulty.

      • Originality Judges may also award 1-3 ponts for any trick (whether or not it is completed) based on originality.

        A trick is not necessarily defined by a throw and a catch in this division. As such, and Judge may view any part of a extended series of linked moves, as an individual trick and may award 1-3 "Difficulty" or 1-3 "Originality" points for each of these parts based on the level of difficulty and/or the originality of the transition or regeneration.

        Difficulty and Originality scores will be combined to make up 50% of the contestants total score.

    • Fusion (total possible points-10)
      • Versatility At the end of each performance, judges will award a score for Versatility from 1 to 10 based on the players ability to demonstrate a mastery of multiple styles of play and his/her ability to use multiple styles of play in a single run or transition. Styles that are currently clearly defined are:
        • Traditional - The yo-yo is attached to the string and your finger. This can be either one, or two handed play, or both. Any number of yo-yos used counts for this style.
        • Off String - The yo-yo is not attached to the string. The string can be either attached to the finger, or not attached to the finger. Any number of yo-yos used counts for this style.
        • Off Finger - The string is attached to the yo-yo, but not attached to the hand. Any number of yo-yos used counts for this style.
        • Free Hand - The string is attached to the yo-yo, but not attached to the hand. Where the finger would be attached to the string, a weight is tied. Any number of yo-yos used counts for this style.
        • Mobius - The yo-yo string is opened during the trick to produce a loop in which the yo-yo is manipulated.
        • Any other style can be used to fulfil this requirement either developed or undeveloped by the discretion of each individual judge.

        Fusion makes up 25% of the contestants total score.

    • Performance (total possible points -20)
      • Reaction A score for Performance will be awarded after the constant finishes from 1 to 10 based on the judges perception of audience appeal of the contestants performance and the judges own reaction to the performance.

      • Showmanship A score for appropriate use of music, costume and movement will be awarded after the constant finishes scored from 1 to 10.

      Reaction and Showmanship scores will be combined to make up 25% of the contestants total score.

    • Penalties
      • There are no penalties for a missed trick in this division. Only positive scoring will take place.

  6. Preliminary judges will not be the same as the event judges, the event will be judged using the "round robin" technique of judging (see below)

  7. Decisions of the judges are final.

Round Robin Judging.
Round robin judging has been developed for this category. The concept is that the only people qualified to judge this division are the contestants themselves. As such, an order of contestants will be randomly selected. When one contestant is competing, another is on deck, and the remaining 8 contestants are judging the one on stage. The lowest and highest score is thrown out. The winner has the highest score as judged by his peers. Each judges scores will remain confidential.

Mailing Information
Each contestant must submit a 3 minute uncut VHS Video Tape of their performance in NTSC format (U.S. Standard VHS format) to the judges. The video tape must be received by June 8th 2000. The final performance does not need to be the same as that of the video but must incorporate at least the same level and variety of skill. Videos can not be returned, and become the property of the 2000 World Yo-Yo Contest. The 2000 World Yo-Yo Contest is not responsible for video tapes lost, damaged or delayed by the shipper.

The video must have written on it, the name, address, age, and phone number of the contestent. If possible please also include Fax number and E-mail address.

Mail video tapes to:

  • Bob Malowney
    c/o Bird In Hand / National Yo-Yo Museum & Contest
    320 Broadway
    Chico, CA 95928
    (530) 893-0545

Contestants will be notifed by E-mail or Fax if possible, and by mail if not.

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