Big n Skewb Boise 2024

Fifty-two competitors gathered in Meridian, Idaho, USA, on June 8, 2024, for a packed schedule of speedcubing action at the Courtyard by Marriott Boise West. Across 13 total rounds and five diverse disciplines, the day provided an unforgettable entry point for newcomers alongside established regional talent. The tournament showcased an inviting atmosphere where first-time entrants stepped onto the competition floor alongside seasoned hands, proving how vibrant the local scene has become in 2024.

Big n Skewb Boise 2024 was defined by a massive surge of new energy, with several cubers stepping up to their very first official WCA competition. The focus of the day balanced large NxN hardware with fast-paced rotational twisting puzzles, allowing newcomers to experience the full spectrum of competitive Rubik's Cube events. Whether taking on the classic 3x3 or venturing into the complex challenge of big cubes, the fresh contingent made an immediate mark across the official score sheets.

The premier event drew 50 entrants across three stages, delivering sharp 3x3 results as Eduardo Garcia dominated the final. Garcia secured the 3x3x3 Cube title with a winning average of 8.69 seconds, backed by a best single of 8.55. Evan Beck earned the runner-up spot with an average of 10.81 seconds, while Damian Wilding claimed third place with a 10.95 mark. Garcia was a consistent force all weekend, also grabbing second place on the 6x6x6 Cube, second on the 2x2x2 Cube, and third on Skewb.

Big cubes belonged to Cade Beck, who assembled a commanding double victory across the largest puzzles on the schedule. In the 6x6x6 Cube, Beck topped the 14-person field with a winning average of 2:07.76 and a sharp single of 1:59.21, finishing ahead of Eduardo Garcia at 2:12.51 and Cody Cheng at 2:33.61. Beck repeated that mastery in the 7x7x7 Cube, posting a winning average of 3:21.88 with a single of 3:13.15, leaving Cody Cheng in second at 3:56.49 and Ian Lawson in third at 4:39.12.

Beyond the top steps of the podium, the heartbeat of the competition was found in the remarkable progress of developing solvers. Joshua Daniel Avila dropped his 2x2x2 Cube personal best to 2.25 seconds, which was 69.4 percent faster than his prior mark, while also posting a 3x3x3 Cube personal best of 20.91 seconds and taking his first attempt at Skewb with a 10.11 single. Andrew Hart entered all five events, securing a 6th-place finish in 2x2x2 Cube, logging a Skewb personal best of 6.51 seconds that was 60.7 percent faster than before, and registering debut attempts of 5:16.98 on the 6x6x6 Cube and 8:13.56 on the 7x7x7 Cube. Robert G. Klusaw tackled four events, cutting his 2x2x2 Cube best by 53.7 percent down to 4.41 seconds and logging first-ever marks of 14.39 on Skewb and 8:23.48 on the 7x7x7 Cube. Hank Cheng cut his 2x2x2 Cube mark by 52 percent to 2.77 seconds while logging a first Skewb single of 6.98 seconds.

The debuts and personal milestones continued across every division on the Meridian floor. Cade Wixom entered five events, recording his first official tries at the 6x6x6 Cube in 4:20.22 and the 7x7x7 Cube in 6:52.48, alongside a 2x2x2 Cube personal best of 3.49 seconds. Dreyvan Luna finished 8th in Skewb during his debut attempt at the event with a 6.12 single, while also trimming his 3x3x3 Cube best to 15.77 seconds. Benjamin Huff lowered his 2x2x2 Cube best by 47.9 percent to 9.66 seconds and recorded an 11.52 single in his first Skewb attempt. Eli Jameson completed his first official speed cubing appearance by contesting four events, turning in initial marks of 2.08 seconds on 2x2x2 Cube, 9.88 on Skewb, and 24.32 on the 3x3x3 Cube.

The 2x2x2 Cube event saw extreme parity across its three rounds, culminating in a razor-thin finish among 43 competitors. Dallin Hammond clinched the title with a winning average of 4.18 seconds and a best single of 2.93, edging out Eduardo Garcia, who recorded an average of 4.23. Matthias Moore completed the podium in third place with a steady 4.46 average. The fast-paced final round demonstrated just how tight margins can be in sprint events.

In the Skewb competition, 29 entrants battled through three intense rounds before Michael Aparicio took first place. Aparicio posted a winning average of 5.80 seconds, supported by the round's best single of 4.78. Grady Wright earned the second spot on the podium with a 6.37 average, while Eduardo Garcia added to his extensive medal tally by taking third place with an average of 6.79 seconds.

When the final timers stopped, Big n Skewb Boise 2024 stood as a resounding success for the Idaho cubing community. From Cade Beck sweeping the big cubes to the influx of newcomers discovering the thrill of a live cubing competition, the single-day event captured the full breadth of the hobby. With so many debut marks and massive personal records established, the foundation is firmly laid for an even stronger contingent of speedcubers in the seasons ahead.