# Who's going to NATIONALS? **URL:** \ **Category:** Yo-Yo Contests, Clubs, and Events\ **Created:** [June 21, 2019, 9:59pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313 "2019-06-21T21:59:04Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 3
**Author:** ![andy569](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/andy569/32/1256_2.png) [@andy569](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/andy569)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2019, 3:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/41 "2019-06-29T03:49:01Z")
I believe the writing section is optional now ---
**Author:** ![threebearrries](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/threebearrries/32/42073_2.png) [@threebearrries](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/threebearrries)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2019, 4:11am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/42 "2019-06-29T04:11:02Z")
The writing section is such a scam. I’m glad more colleges aren’t requiring it anymore. ---
**Author:** ![codinghorror](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/codinghorror/32/8052_2.png) [@codinghorror](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/codinghorror)\ **Post date:** [June 29, 2019, 9:06am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/43 "2019-06-29T09:06:46Z")
They have a writing section at nationals? Yo-yoing has changed, man. ---
**Author:** ![Legyoyo](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legyoyo/32/995_2.png) [@Legyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legyoyo)\ **Post date:** [July 1, 2019, 12:32am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/44 "2019-07-01T00:32:48Z")
I’m excited to see everyone at nationals! I’ve never been. I’m bringing my non-yoyoing fiance, so everyone be nice. ---
**Author:** ![Durfee](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/durfee/32/593280_2.png) [@Durfee](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Durfee)\ **Post date:** [July 1, 2019, 12:43am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/45 "2019-07-01T00:43:51Z")
Every finalist has to write a dissertation on yo-yo theory. ---
**Author:** ![Damo](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/damo/32/57474_2.png) [@Damo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Damo)\ **Post date:** [July 1, 2019, 1:49am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/46 "2019-07-01T01:49:52Z")
I think this year they are focusing on bind theory and what defines a yoyo as being H shaped. ---
**Author:** ![Yertle](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yertle/32/126385_2.png) [@Yertle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yertle)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2019, 2:50am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/47 "2019-07-02T02:50:22Z")
I’d like to go, but they are not selling any more advance tickets on the website, only “space available” tickets at the door. Not going to drive 2 hours and then be stuck outside… ---
**Author:** ![MoosaK](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/moosak/32/116955_2.png) [@MoosaK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MoosaK)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2019, 3:24am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/48 "2019-07-02T03:24:19Z")
Graeme Stellar announcement before finals: “We will now begin the 1A division finals. Your task is to write a persuasive essay on whether Rock the Baby should be done palm up or palm down. You have 40 minutes to plan and write your essay. Please provide support and evidence for your claim. Your essay will be graded out of 100 points. 60 points will be granted on the basis of the number of good reasons you can come up with. There will also be four evaluation categories, these will be 10 points each, and will consist of structure, grammar, vocabulary, and execution of claim. Calling all competitors to the stage. The 1A division will begin in 10 minutes.” **all competitors give up** ---
**Author:** ![Legyoyo](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legyoyo/32/995_2.png) [@Legyoyo](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legyoyo)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2019, 2:16pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/49 "2019-07-02T14:16:13Z")
Hey @Yertle, NYYL staff informed me that there will be tickets available at the door, they just offered an online pre-purchase option for a while to help them plan ahead. ---
**Author:** ![Yertle](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yertle/32/126385_2.png) [@Yertle](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Yertle)\ **Post date:** [July 2, 2019, 2:19pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/50 "2019-07-02T14:19:40Z")
Thank you! Very glad to hear this - I was feeling bummed about missing out - not sure when we’ll get another event this size on the east coast again. ---
**Author:** ![yofanatic05](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/yofanatic05/32/35770_2.png) [@yofanatic05](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/yofanatic05)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2019, 12:42pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/51 "2019-08-17T12:42:26Z")
Does anyone know where Nationals 2020 will be held? (This has already been asked once, so I’m just rechecking @moby323 ) ---
**Author:** ![MoosaK](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/moosak/32/116955_2.png) [@MoosaK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MoosaK)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2019, 1:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/52 "2019-08-17T13:15:33Z")
Mars ---
**Author:** ![Legit\_yoyostrings](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legit_yoyostrings/32/136873_2.png) [@Legit\_yoyostrings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legit_yoyostrings)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2019, 1:39pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/53 "2019-08-17T13:39:24Z")
I dont know but if I see something about it I will let you know ---
**Author:** ![Nathan](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/nathan/32/191605_2.png) [@Nathan](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Nathan)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2019, 3:56pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/54 "2019-08-17T15:56:47Z")
Location has not been finalized at this point. We want to take into account the feedback from players and attendees on the venue and other event preferences ---
**Author:** ![SpyseaRice](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/spysearice/32/82121_2.png) [@SpyseaRice](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SpyseaRice)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2019, 6:34pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/55 "2019-08-17T18:34:25Z")
_my vote goes to the south east coast_ :wink: ---
**Author:** ![MoosaK](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/moosak/32/116955_2.png) [@MoosaK](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/MoosaK)\ **Post date:** [August 17, 2019, 11:33pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/56 "2019-08-17T23:33:38Z")
Nats in MN would be awesome ---
**Author:** ![Legit\_yoyostrings](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legit_yoyostrings/32/136873_2.png) [@Legit\_yoyostrings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legit_yoyostrings)\ **Post date:** [August 18, 2019, 1:03am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/57 "2019-08-18T01:03:40Z")
what about charlotte NC that sounds like a great place :wink: ---
**Author:** ![SpyseaRice](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/spysearice/32/82121_2.png) [@SpyseaRice](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/SpyseaRice)\ **Post date:** [August 23, 2019, 1:40am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/58 "2019-08-23T01:40:53Z")
How about Atlanta, GA? It’s a bigger city isn’t it? :wink: ---
**Author:** ![TheThrowingGnome](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/thethrowinggnome/32/14231_2.png) [@TheThrowingGnome](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/TheThrowingGnome)\ **Post date:** [August 23, 2019, 2:04am UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/59 "2019-08-23T02:04:58Z")
Even tough we live near Atl I’d still rather go to Charlotte! ---
**Author:** ![Legit\_yoyostrings](https://sea1.discourse-cdn.com/flex015/user_avatar/forums.yoyoexpert.com/legit_yoyostrings/32/136873_2.png) [@Legit\_yoyostrings](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/u/Legit_yoyostrings)\ **Post date:** [August 23, 2019, 12:15pm UTC](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313/60 "2019-08-23T12:15:45Z")
im cool with earthier one im only 20 minutes away from Charlotte and only 2 and a half hours away from Atlanta [Previous page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313.md?page=2) [Next page](https://forums.yoyoexpert.com/t/whos-going-to-nationals/304313.md?page=4)