2026 New York Monthly Series — January Kickoff & February Tournament Report
Justin Teng | Published on 3/9/2026
Youth and adults competing in separate circuits at the February Monthly tournamentThe 2026 New York Monthly Series opened strong on January 10, 2026, with a successful kickoff tournament drawing 40 participants. Competition across both circuits was spirited and well-balanced, setting the tone for an exciting season ahead. Jason Siyi Li 2d delivered a standout performance by sweeping the Youth Circuit, while Mingyuan Shao 4d finished undefeated in the Adult Circuit, anchoring a competitive start to the year.
Momentum continued with the February Tournament on February 7, 2026, welcoming 36 players across the adult and youth circuits for a full day of competitive play. The event showcased strong participation and competitive depth across multiple divisions, reinforcing the Monthly Series as a welcoming and challenging environment for players of all ages and strengths.
February 7 Results Highlights
Adult Circuit
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Open Division: Joel Kenny — 1st Place (consistently strong performance throughout)
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Adult Dan Group: Benjamin Gunby-Mann — 1st Place
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SDK Group: Andrew McGowan — 1st Place
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DDK Group: Jack Zhuang — 1st Place
Youth Circuit
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Youth SDK Division: Benjamin Allen — 1st Place
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Youth DDK Division (A Group): Madeleine Hsu — 1st Place
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Youth DDK Division (B Group): Ben Omabegho — 1st Place
With two successful events completed, the 2026 season is off to a great start—highlighted by strong turnout, clear competitive structure, and exciting results across divisions. We look forward to continuing to grow the series and welcoming new and returning players at upcoming tournaments.
Leaderboard: monthly.ny-go.org
Rules: monthly.ny-go.org/rules
Report and photo by Stephanie Yin