State of the Action: The returner Regional Champion, Noah Affolder once again returns as the favorite.  Not only that, as it seems as the bulk of the top individuals are heading to NXN, Affolder will find himself as the favorite for the National Title as well.  But Elliot Ginid has proven he can take down the rankings any day, after two straight wins in New Jersey.  Marcelo Rocha made the cut last year, and has been better than ever.  Matt Grossman is the only other top returner from the year before, looking strong to get back on the team.

The race behind them is incredibly close.  Sam Affolder will look to join his brother on the roster, as will top athletes from New Hampshire in Patrick O'Brien.  One speed rating point only equates to 3secs, so this race could come down to the wire.