# 🗽 NY State Contest is BACK! Cash Prizes, New Divisions & NYC Energy! 🔥 **URL:** \ **Category:** Yo-Yo Contests, Clubs, and Events\ **Created:** [September 21, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713 "2026-09-21T13:35:51Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 12\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/1 "2026-09-21T13:35:51Z")
Yo everyone! The **2026 New York State Yo-Yo Contest** is officially going down on **November 7th at Saint Stanislaus Kostka in Brooklyn** , and we’re handing out serious cash this year. If you’ve been grinding on new combos, now is the time to bring them to the stage. Here’s what’s on the line: - 🏆 **1A Pro Champion:** $300 CASH - 🥈 **1A Pro 2nd Place:** $200 CASH - 🥉 **1A Pro 3rd Place:** $100 CASH - ⚡ **X Pro Champion:** $100 CASH - 🗽 **NY State Champion:** $100 CASH _(NY locals only!)_ **Double Crown Alert:** If you’re a New York local and take 1A Pro, you can stack the $300 Pro prize with the $100 NY State title for a **$400 total payout**. 💰 Whether you’re hitting the main stage or coming to kick it, hang out, and trade tricks with the community, you don’t want to miss this one. 👇 **Register now at the link below & lock in your spot!** 👇 > **[2026 New York State Yo-Yo Contest - November 7, 2026](https://compete.yoyocontest.com/compete/contests/2026-new-york-state-yo-yo-contest)** > > Register for 2026 New York State Yo-Yo Contest on November 7, 2026 in St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy, 12 Newel St, Brooklyn NY. Who’s pulling up? Drop a comment below with what division you’re running! 💬:fire: ![Website_landing_NYS_black](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/f/f/8/ff83157ec4671f7d3f013cbc64ed3213936185bb.png) ---
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**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 1:53pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/3 "2026-09-21T13:53:59Z")
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**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 2:04pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/4 "2026-09-21T14:04:26Z")
Many of you may not be aware of the new Advance Youth division that was introduced this year at NER and US National. It’s for players 16 and under who might have podium in sports division or felt like they are ready for Pro but maybe not quite sure. It is scored as Pro 1A Semi final with a 1.5 Min routine. We encourage everyone who is under 16 to challenge themselves with this division. ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [September 21, 2026, 2:10pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/5 "2026-09-21T14:10:17Z")
World Champion and 6x US Nats Champ - Ryan Conolly is our head judge and he lead a team of top judges in the scene. ![Judge_Sean De Los Santos](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/4/b/9/4b9ab37a098d0918dcd6770123d331c9fae95994.jpeg) ![Judge_Jake Trookman](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/7/b/f/7bf9f7ea9c5581f70a920fddf0ce3e709b0a7ba9.jpeg) ![Judge_Tey Chang](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/7/0/f/70fd95c13a82f482e31257f2fddad75384f26e34.jpeg) ![Judge_Ari Kim Ramirez](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/1/e/a/1ea35732acc1e0e62fc31d29f9a8e6e08b31aee8.jpeg) ![Judge_Alex Salchert](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/8/9/4/894b014fb5fa55464ff56f3a8ba0b7619bd9361a.jpeg) ![Judge_Frank Wilbert](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/d/4/1/d4111910a77cdef61f0457614c8ed23fdbde12a6.jpeg) ![Judge_Hayato Umaoka](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/4/a/7/4a7eb397e9381f1cd15759e07f354d0ccc3490f3.jpeg) ![Judge_Ryan Connoly](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/a/4/8/a4864e441d5e630ba68b8d6333eb6bb106f68190.jpeg) ![Judge_Ryan Kim](https://us1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/uploads/yoyoexpert1/original/4X/4/a/c/4ac11192f66e7e5f4de1a92dd09acff23f43b81c.jpeg) ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [September 22, 2026, 8:06pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/6 "2026-09-22T20:06:20Z")
🏨 CONTEST LODGING & TRAVEL OPTIONS 🏨 Traveling in for the contest? Here are a few options near our venue at St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy (12 Newel St, Brooklyn). ⚠ Please note: These are strictly suggestions to help you plan! We do NOT have a partnered official hotel or a discounted room block rate. 💰 BUDGET FRIENDLY • Bklyn House (~$98/night) 🚗 ~15–20 min drive | 🚇 ~25–30 min subway (G train) • Hotel 1200 (~$111/night) 🚗 ~15–20 min drive | 🚇 ~30–35 min subway (J to G train) 🚗 JUST ACROSS THE BRIDGE • Holiday Inn Express LIC (~$201/night) 🚗 ~10–12 min drive | 🚇 ~20 min subway (7 to G train) ✨ BOUTIQUE & UPSCALE • Pod Brooklyn (~$240/night) 🚗 ~8–10 min drive | 🚶‍♂️ ~20 min walk | 🚌 ~12 min bus (B48) • Hotel Indigo Williamsburg (~$318/night) 🚗 ~5–8 min drive | 🚶‍♂️ ~15 min walk | 🚌 ~10 min bus (B48) 🏠 AIRBNB / SHORT-TERM RENTALS Airbnb is also a great option! Search around Greenpoint (walking distance to the venue) or nearby Williamsburg and Long Island City ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2026, 12:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/7 "2026-10-08T12:21:31Z")
> **[The New York Yo-Yo Club on Instagram: "🚨 THE STAKES JUST GOT BIGGER! 🚨 We’re...](https://www.instagram.com/reel/Ddcnw20u3CV/)** > > 127 likes, 4 comments - nyyyc on September 18, 2026: "🚨 THE STAKES JUST GOT BIGGER! 🚨 > We’re dropping $800 IN CASH PRIZES at the 2026 New York State Yo-Yo Championship! 💵🔥 > If you’ve been putting in work on the stage, it’s time to secure the bag: > 💰 Pro... ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2026, 12:21pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/8 "2026-10-08T12:21:53Z")
> **[Emerson Yoyo New York on Instagram: "Nov. 7th 2026 New York State Yo-Yo...](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbTfNZVRNFw/)** > > 71 likes, 3 comments - yellowspotlight88 on July 27, 2026: "Nov. 7th 2026 New York State Yo-Yo Contest! 12 Newel St, Brooklyn, NY 11222 Register now! https://nyyyc.org/nystates-2026". ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2026, 12:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/9 "2026-10-08T12:22:12Z")
> **[The New York Yo-Yo Club on Instagram: "Get ready for the ultimate throw...](https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dd_2usex9Z1/)** > > 109 likes, 7 comments - nyyyc on September 29, 2026: "Get ready for the ultimate throw party! 🪀🎉 The New York State Yo-Yo Championship is going down on November 7th! 🗽💥 > It’s more than a contest—it’s the biggest reunion of the year. Catch up with your... ---
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> **[The New York Yo-Yo Club on Instagram: "One month until the 2026 New York...](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeM0dyYRGP5/)** > > 67 likes, 1 comments - nyyyc on October 5, 2026: "One month until the 2026 New York State Yo-Yo Contest! 🪀 Big L if you miss this! Early bird pricing is ghosting us on October 19th. Secure the R and grab your spot before the deal is cooked! 💨🔥 > ... ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [October 8, 2026, 12:22pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/11 "2026-10-08T12:22:43Z")
> **[Emerson Yoyo New York on Instagram: "Did you registered for the 2026 New York...](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DbqoD2-B_nD/)** > > 92 likes, 10 comments - yellowspotlight88 on July 27, 2026: "Did you registered for the 2026 New York State Yo-Yo Contest? New venue, new division, new yo-yo’s to win! https://nyyyc.org/nystates-2026 #■■■■■■■■■■ #yoyo #yoyocontest". ---
**Author:** ![DaddyOldBeard](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/daddyoldbeard/32/608841_2.png) [@DaddyOldBeard](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/DaddyOldBeard)\ **Post date:** [October 10, 2026, 12:47pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/ny-state-contest-is-back-cash-prizes-new-divisions-nyc-energy/453713/12 "2026-10-10T12:47:55Z")
Big news for the under-16 crowd! We just dropped a new **Advanced Youth** division. If you’ve been in your yo-yo arc for a minute but aren’t quite ready to lock in with the Pro 1A final bosses, this is for you. It’s judged just like a Pro semi-final with a 1.5-minute routine—the ultimate XP grind before you step up to the main stage. > **[The New York Yo-Yo Club on Instagram: "Under 16 and lowkey cooking with your...](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeSRTaVyaqw/?rpxt=MTBiazQzNGlkMHg1aA==)** > > 55 likes, 4 comments - nyyyc on October 9, 2026: "Under 16 and lowkey cooking with your tricks, but Pro 1A feels like a whole final boss? We added an Advanced Youth division just for you. You get 1.5 minutes on stage judged on full Pro stats. It’s...