Berkeley Summer 2019


Date
Sep 21, 2019
City
Berkeley, California, United States
Venue

Pauley Ballroom

Address
Martin Luther King Jr Student Union Asuc, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
Details

Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union

Contact

Berkeley Summer Organization Team

Organizers
Ryan Jew, Tessa Cookmeyer, and Tristan Yoo
WCA Delegates
Brandon Harnish, Michael Chai (柴天方), Mitchell Lane, and Ryan Jew
Download all the competition's details as PDF here.
Information

Another competition to be held at UC Berkeley!

Events
Main event
Competitors
148
Registration period

Online registration opened and closed .

Registration requirements
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If this is not your first competition, associate your WCA ID to your WCA account here.
Register for this competition here.
There is a competitor limit of 180 competitors.
The base registration fee for this competition is $20 (United States Dollar).
If your registration is cancelled before you will be refunded 50% of your registration fee.
No on the spot registrations will be accepted.


Below are some of the policies that will be used for this competition.

Team Blind
* We will be holding Team Blind unofficially.
* Please see the Information tab to sign up and for more information.

Adding/Dropping Events
* Competitors may request (by email) to be added to more events BEFORE registration closes.
* Competitors may not add events after registration closes.
* Competitors may request (by email) to remove events from their registration. It is also acceptable to not show up for any event you do not wish to compete in. If there is a chance you will want to do an event, you should register for it!

Competition Day Timing
* The competition will begin at the scheduled start time.
* Events will begin as soon as the previous event is wrapping up. Exception: All First Round events will not start more than 20 minutes early.
* Competitors may not compete in an event if they miss last call for that event. In general, last call is a few minutes after the last group is called.

Waitlist
* If the competitor limit has been reached, the waitlist opens. You can enter the waitlist by registering and paying the fee. Waitlist is first come, first serve.
* Competitors who do not make it off of the waitlist will receive a refund shortly before the event.
* The latest time to get off of the waitlist is when registration closes. This means we will not be accepting additional competitors on the day of the event.

Highlights
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Heidi Chan won with an average of 6.99 seconds in the 3x3x3 Cube event. Christopher Yen finished second (7.44) and Will Newhoff finished third (7.71).

Event Name Best Average Representing Solves
3x3x3 Cube Heidi Chan 6.51 6.99 United States 7.716.516.757.446.77
5x5x5 Cube Paul Mahvi 57.83 59.39 United States 1:03.8857.8359.3059.5259.36
7x7x7 Cube Paul Mahvi 2:23.61 2:28.15 United States 2:23.612:30.502:30.35
3x3x3 Blindfolded Graham Siggins 22.11 DNF United States 24.36DNF22.11
Pyraminx Aaron Paskow 2.78 3.41 United States 4.093.103.733.412.78
Skewb Jusun Choi (최주선) 3.23 4.04 Republic of Korea 4.003.235.393.934.20
Square-1 Calix Tang 8.39 9.44 United States 9.3810.12DNF8.398.81
4x4x4 Blindfolded Graham Siggins 1:39.05 DNF United States 1:56.861:39.05DNF
5x5x5 Blindfolded Riley Woo 13:04.00 DNF United States 13:04.00DNFDNS
Event Round Format Time limit Cutoff Proceed
3x3x3 Cube First round Ao5 10:00.00 Top 80 advance to next round
Second round Ao5 10:00.00 Top 16 advance to next round
Final Ao5 10:00.00
5x5x5 Cube Final Bo2 / Ao5 6:00.00 2 attempts to get < 2:15.00
7x7x7 Cube Final Bo1 / Mo3 10:00.00 1 attempt to get < 5:30.00
3x3x3 Blindfolded Final Bo3 12:00.00 cumulative *
Pyraminx First round Ao5 1:00.00 Top 16 advance to next round
Final Ao5 1:00.00
Skewb First round Ao5 1:00.00 Top 16 advance to next round
Final Ao5 1:00.00
Square-1 Final Bo2 / Ao5 2:00.00 2 attempts to get < 40.00
4x4x4 Blindfolded Final Bo3 1:15:00.00 total for 4x4x4 Blindfolded Final and 5x5x5 Blindfolded Final **
5x5x5 Blindfolded Final Bo3 1:15:00.00 total for 4x4x4 Blindfolded Final and 5x5x5 Blindfolded Final **

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Schedule for Saturday (September 21, 2019)

From 08:30 AM
To 09:30 AM
3x3x3 Blindfolded Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Bo3
Time limit
12:00.00 cumulative *
From 08:35 AM
To 08:50 AM
Tutorial for new competitors
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
From 08:50 AM
To 10:20 AM
5x5x5 Cube Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Bo2 / Ao5
Time limit
6:00.00
Cutoff
2 attempts to get < 2:15.00
From 10:20 AM
To 11:05 AM
7x7x7 Cube Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Bo1 / Mo3
Time limit
10:00.00
Cutoff
1 attempt to get < 5:30.00
From 11:05 AM
To 12:05 PM
Pyraminx First round
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
1:00.00
Proceed
Top 16 advance to next round
From 12:05 PM
To 12:25 PM
Team Blindfolded
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
From 12:05 PM
To 01:05 PM
Lunch
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
From 12:45 PM
To 01:05 PM
Tutorial for new competitors
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
From 01:05 PM
To 02:20 PM
3x3x3 Cube First round
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
10:00.00
Proceed
Top 80 advance to next round
From 02:20 PM
To 03:05 PM
Skewb First round
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
1:00.00
Proceed
Top 16 advance to next round
From 03:05 PM
To 03:50 PM
Square-1 Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Bo2 / Ao5
Time limit
2:00.00
Cutoff
2 attempts to get < 40.00
From 03:50 PM
To 04:35 PM
3x3x3 Cube Second round
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
10:00.00
Proceed
Top 16 advance to next round
From 04:35 PM
To 04:45 PM
Pyraminx Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
1:00.00
From 04:45 PM
To 04:55 PM
Skewb Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
1:00.00
From 04:55 PM
To 05:10 PM
3x3x3 Cube Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Ao5
Time limit
10:00.00
From 05:10 PM
To 05:25 PM
Awards
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
From 05:25 PM
To 06:55 PM
4x4x4 Blindfolded Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Bo3
Time limit
1:15:00.00 total for 4x4x4 Blindfolded Final and 5x5x5 Blindfolded Final **
From 05:25 PM
To 06:55 PM
5x5x5 Blindfolded Final
Top floor of the Martin Luther King Jr Student Union
Format
Bo3
Time limit
1:15:00.00 total for 4x4x4 Blindfolded Final and 5x5x5 Blindfolded Final **

For those of you new to cubing, WELCOME!

We wanted to let you know this event is perfectly fine for cubers of any age and experience. We just ask you know a couple things before coming to compete...

First, please be familiar with the WCA Regulations, found here:
https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/regulations/

This video will explain most of what any cuber competing for the first time will need to know.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dPL3eV-A0ww

If you have any questions after this video, we will be having a new competitor tutorial right before 3x3. That would be the perfect time to ask those questions and clear up any confusion.

If you are stoked to compete and ready to sign up, head over to the registration tab, click register, and fill out the information it asks for. This will help you get set up the WCA's system and one step closer to your first official solve!

Q&A:

Q: Do I use my own cube to compete?

A: YES! You are responsible for your own hardware in order to compete.

Q: What is the normal age of competitors at these events?

A: All ages are welcome, but in general competitors are between 10 and 20 years old. Don't let this stop you though, everyone can and should cube!

Q: What is the competition like?

A; Competitions are a bunch of tables where nerds like us get to sit and discuss our favorite thing, Cubes! Of course in addition there is competing, which will occupy one side of the competition hall, where you will see lots of timers flickering with contestants new personal bests. Most competitions have a break for lunch, and the competing is split up into heats, as to better organize who competes when. (Check the Groups tab and listen at the competition for more info on this.)

Q: How do I find results?

A: All results are posted on the WCA page a couple of days after the competition finishes. However, for the day of competing, go to cubecomps to find information about current events. This is also where you will find information about 2nd and 3rd rounds of events.

Q: Why am I not on the registration list yet?

A: Make sure you pay you entrance fee in order to be automatically placed on the registered list, which will also guarantee you a spot in the competition. If payment may be any issue, or you are not sure if you can attend, use the contact button to talk to us, and see if we can work out another payment strategy, or have you pay on arrival at the compeition. No matter what you situation may be however, please register online. It is much easier for us to have you register now and pay later, then to have to input information at another time.

Q: Are there age divisions?

A: Nope! All cometitors compete in the same group.

Q: Can I have fun at this event?

A: HECK YES! Cubing is amazing, and we sincerely hope you enjoy the competition!

Information: Stuff You Must Know

Information for Team Blind

  • If you would like to participate in team blind, fill out this google form. You will need to have a google account, and the form will record your email.
  • If you are participating, you must be available to help scramble and judge.
  • We will follow the Regulations as closely as possible. See the google form for the relevant regulations.
  • The first 24 groups who sign up through the form (with both partners registered for the competition by the time registration closes) will get to compete. As such, please let us know if you are no longer interested in competing.

Pre competition:

  • READ AND UNDERSTAND THE REGULATIONS: Especially if you’re a first time competitor, this can potentially save you much time and grief. Particularly pay attention to Article A, 2, 3, and 10.
  • Prepare accordingly for travel. The competition venue is Pauley Ballroom in Berkeley, located on the top floor of the Martin Luther King Student Union on Bancroft and Telegraph. Be aware that parking will likely be in short supply. Public transit (buses and BART both get you near campus) could be a good idea.

First steps:

  • Since you’ve registered online, all you need to do is show up on time for your first event. You do not need to check in upon arrival; however, if you’re not on time and miss the last call for that event, you will not be able to compete for that event. Missing any given event does not bar you from competing in subsequent events (but does bar you from competing in subsequent rounds of events you missed).
  • You will be called up by group for this event. See the Group tab for more information. When your group is called up, bring your solved cube and place it on the sheet of paper with your name with it at the scrambling station. Then wait in the competitor waiting area on stage to be called.

General

  • Please don’t trash the venue. This has been an issue in the past; we are an on campus student organization and are at the mercy of campus administration, so we need to take care of the venue to ensure future access. And of course, it’s the right thing to do.
  • No flash photography. It’s obviously very distracting to competitors.
  • Stay at least 1.5 meters away from the front edge of the competition tables. Standing too close is distracting and frequently makes it hard for staff to get to where they need to go, which slows the competition down. ‘
  • Regarding questions during the competition: do not ask staff first. They are very busy trying to make the event run smoothly (if they aren’t, then they should be). First check the live announcements, cubecomps, the WCA regulations, or the info/sales table.
  • If none of these answer your question, the info table people will find you an organizer or delegate.

Regarding volunteering:

  • If we need more volunteering help, we will ask. If you wish to judge or scramble, please be familiar with the regulations.

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  • Know the regs, show up on time, don’t need to check in, and be respectful of competitors by staying 1.5 meters away from competition stations and not using flash photography

FAQs

Q: When do I show up?
A: Please be at the venue and ready to compete at least 15 minutes before your first event is scheduled to begin. We may get ahead of the schedule and start rounds early.
Q: Is there a general admission price if I am not competing?
A: There is no cost to spectate; the competition is open to the public.
Q: When should I leave the competition?
A: You are allowed to enter and leave the competition as you wish. If you are finished competing for the day, you do not need to stay at the competition.
Q: What do I do if I want to drop or add an event?
A: If you wish to drop an event from your registration, please email us, or let us know at the data entry table during the competition. You will not be refunded any money if you drop events. If registration has not closed and you would like to add an event, please email us. Once registration has closed, we will be unable to add events to competitors’ registrations.
Q: I cannot attend this competition. What should I do?
A: If you cannot attend this competition after all, please send us an email saying so. Please ensure that you include your name and WCA ID in the body of the email.

This event will be held on the UC Berkeley campus. It is generally difficult to find parking in Berkeley, so public transport is the best option.

Arriving by plane:

The nearest airport is Oakland International (OAK), about 30 minutes away from campus by car or plan for an hour and a half by public transport. Uber can be a good choice from the airport.

By car:

As mentioned, parking is pretty difficult to find in Berkeley. The easist place to park is Underhill Parking Structure, around 3 blocks away from main campus. Parking on the street is occasionally available, but it is not reccomeneded that you rely on this option.

By public transport:

If coming by BART, get off at the Downtown Berkeley station, then follow Center Street until you arrive at the university. If you are considering taking the AC transit or other bus option, get off at the Bancroft and Telegraph stop and you're already on campus.

We will be using groups for this competition. Look through this pdf https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/rails/active_storage/blobs/ewogICJfcmFpbHMiOiB7CiAgICAibWVzc2FnZSI6ICJCQWhwQW9zQyIsCiAgICAiZXhwIjogbnVsbCwKICAgICJwdXIiOiAiYmxvYl9pZCIKICB9Cn0=--ed97b92c74de9c67ff0595ae95e23931f72f984f/Berkeley%20Summer%202019%20Mail%20Merged.pdf
for your group card.

For those unfamiliar, each competitor is assigned to a group for each of the above events. During the competition, competitors will be called up by that group. For example, "Now calling 3x3 Group 1" means all competitors who have been assigned group 1 for 3x3 are up to compete and should bring their cube ASAP to the scrambling station. This also allows competitors to better know when they will be competing as groups are called in numerical order.

If Registration fills up, we will place competitiors on a waitlist. In order to get on the waitlist, you must register and pay. You are not on the waitlist until you pay the registration fee. If you do not make it off of the waitlist, you will be fully refunded.

If a competitor drops out, the first person on the waitlist will replace them.

People can be replaced up until Thursday, September 12th, 2019, 5:00 PM PDT (eg. no new competitors will be added on the day of the competition).

Time limit

If you reach the time limit during your solve, the judge will stop you and your result will be DNF (see Regulation A1a4).
A cumulative time limit may be enforced (see Regulation A1a2).
A cumulative time limit may be enforced across rounds (see Guideline A1a2++).

Cutoff

The result to beat to proceed to the second phase of a cutoff round (see Regulation 9g).

Format

The format describes how to determine the ranking of competitors based on their results. The list of allowed formats per event is described in Regulation 9b. See Regulation 9f for a description of each format.

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