Cal Cup #1 (Cal Classic) is taking place on Saturday, November 14 on Discord. This competition features three divisions: Competitive, Standard, and Novice; Competitive and Standard will use NAQT set IS-197 while Novice will use NAQT set IS-196A.
We are setting an initial field cap of 16 teams for each of the three 3 divisions; we will evaluate the possibility of accommodating more teams when we have a better idea of the staffing situation.
Middle School teams may compete but should be aware that they will be competing on high school level questions primarily against high school teams.
Registration takes place on the NAQT website here (one must have an account in order to register)
New for this year:
1) We are not offering “the package” as we have in previous years. Teams will pay for each competition separately; the base entry fee is $75 per team (per tournament)
2) There is no buzzer discount
3) The New School Discount is $35 per team
4) Most teams should expect to play around 7 matches in total; the playoff format (to be announced) will likely change significantly from previous years
5) This competition is open to schools in Northern and Central California but teams in Southern California (LA/SD) and other states may not compete
Payment: We are still determining the best way to handle payment for this competition; we will get back to everyone soon. Please do not write out any checks or send Alvin any money at this time.
Complete Cal Cup details can be found here (check back later for info regarding nationals qualification and other set usage).
The first Bay Area Middle School Tournament will take place on Saturday, November 21 and the first Sacramento Middle School Tournament will take place on Saturday, December 5. Expect registration for these events to open early next week.
A reminder to please fill out this survey regarding December 19 as a possible Cal Cup #2 date (if your school has not already done so)
