2011 USA Memory Championship Events
According to the website, the events for the 2011 USA Memory Championship are:
- Names and Faces: 15 minutes memorization, 20 minutes recall
- Speed Numbers: 5 minutes memorization, 10 minute recall (2 tries)
- Poetry: 15 minutes memorization, 20 minutes recall
- Speed Cards: 5 minutes memorization, 5 minutes recall (2 tries)
Then comes three championship rounds:
- Words to Remember: 15 minutes memorization, 15 seconds allowed per turn for recall
- Tea Party — 3 Strikes, You’re Out: 15 minutes memorization (live presentation of information), 15 seconds allowed per turn for recall
- Double Deck o’Cards: 5 minutes memorization, 15 seconds allowed per turn for recall
The information above is just a summary of what is on the website and may not be 100% accurate, so check the website for the latest information.
I’m definitely not ready for this event, but it looks a little easier than international competitions, because there are no binary numbers or marathon events. Even if I don’t do well, it should be good experience, and I’ve heard rumors about a good beer hall in Brooklyn that may help ease my suffering if I do too badly. 🙂
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Is it an open champiohship?
I wish it were, but I think the US event is only open to US residents. 🙁