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COMPETITION SCHEDULE

• The final schedule and rotations will be available shortly after registration closes. Judges will provide critiques after each routine, requiring some teams to have athletes in different squads or in two consecutive sessions, so please ensure coaches are assigned to cover all groups.

• Due to this format, major changes to the attached rotation sheets cannot be made in order to adhere to USAG sanction guidelines. ​Your flexibility and support are appreciated as we work to provide a fair and positive experience for all athletes! 

EXCITING MEET FORMAT

The 2026 New York North Judges Cup will be held at The R.O.C.K. - Buffalo Niagara Court Center in West Seneca, NY this year. A Modified Non-Traditional (Modified Capital Cup) format will be used for each session, utilizing double sets of equipment for the Vault, Uneven Bars, and Balance Beam along with a shared Floor Exercise.  These individual meets will be judged by separate two (2) judge panels and receive their own awards. 

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We will do our best to schedule teams with coaching issues in mind, but please know that this may not always be possible. We are asking clubs to have adequate coaching staff available in case they have athletes scheduled in both competitions in one (1) session.

AWARDS, CRITIQUE SHEETS & GYMNAST GIFTS

Awards:

For each level, event and all-around, custom 2026 Judges Cup medals will be awarded to gymnasts in Levels 2–10, as well as all the Xcel Levels.up to 50% of participants based on their scores.

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Special Recognition for Level 2 and Bronze Athletes:
In addition to the above awards EVERY Level 2 and Bronze gymnasts will receive a Participation Certificate with ribbons for each event and the all-around, based on their scores rather than placements. These levels are introductory divisions in the sport of gymnastics, and this approach is designed to provide a positive and rewarding experience for our youngest athletes.

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Critique Sheet & Gymnast Gifts:

All participating gymnasts in the 2026 Judges Cup will receive the following upon completion of their competition:

• Judges Critique Sheet – A detailed breakdown of each routine, including start values, missing value parts, execution deductions, and composition analysis.

• Exclusive Athlete Gift – A custom-designed item created specifically for the 2026 Judges Cup.

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Level 7 Team Challenge Awards:

The top six (6) all around athletes regardless of age division will be eligible to represent New York North at the National Judges Cup in Niagara Falls, NY, taking place January 8-10, 2027. These athletes will be announced and recognized with a custom New York North T-Shirt at the conclusion of the Level 7 session(s).

Athletes who confirm their commitment and are registered with their club will receive:

• Registration for each athlete will be paid by NAWGJ-NYN (a $150 value) 

• A competition leotard (a $65 value)

• A custom Jacket or Sweatshirt (a $60 value)

• Additional Team Swag! (a $50 value)

The above swag is distributed on-site at the 2027 National Judges Cup in Niagara Falls, NY. by the NYN Judges Cup Coordinator.