# BobParty’s Player Profiles: Mike Marshall - G2 YoYos

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**Created:** [April 15, 2025, 8:44pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/bobparty-s-player-profiles-mike-marshall-g2-yoyos/423143 "2025-04-15T20:44:24Z")\
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**James Heder**

[Prelim Video](https://youtu.be/MSd0ENgDmiQ?si=0ZjfnPIjrXWX4bgS)

[Finals Video](https://youtu.be/OKDyn4oZhXk?si=Z8nmcNbdp5Irgu98)

**What did your preparation for this event look like?**

I would generally start off practice by warming up on a small yoyo for about an hour. Then I usually do 5-6 runs of my 3-minute routine, and then do around 10 runs of my qualifier freestyles. Over time I build consistency with the routines!

**What gear did you use and did you have any special set up?**

At this contest I used a prototype yoyo, Original Throw Fat string, Yoyofriends pink response pads, and a high quality concave bearing!

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**Was there a specific trick or element you were most proud to pull off on stage? Or a favorite part of our performance/routine?**

The trick I was most proud of pulling off at this comp was the one-arm brent stole, at timestamp 2:06 of the freestyle!

**If you could have done one thing differently what would that have been?**

I probably would have spent more time on my qualifier routine.

**What’s your favorite memory from PNWR?**

My favorite memory from PNWR was going out for ramen with friends. This is such a great contest for meeting up with players from all over!

**What advice do you have for people looking to compete for the first time?**

My advice to people who are competing for the first time is to not worry about your routine too much, enjoy the audience interaction, and have fun on stage!

**What will you take away to prepare you for your next competition?**

Competing shouldn’t be something that’s stressful, it should be enjoyable and fulfilling.

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