28 Ninjas cleared Stage One on season 11 of American Ninja Warrior

Ever since American Ninja Warrior introduced that the National Finals would return in season 13, we’ve been pondering again on season 11, the final time the present had the ultimate 4 phases in Las Vegas. After trying on the Stage One outcomes somewhat nearer, we’re questioning what takes to create a profitable clear. As the season 11 results show, clearing Stage One is simpler stated than finished, and it might probably take a number of makes an attempt.

There were 28 Stage One clears in Season 11. (Two of these did occur whereas utilizing the Security Cross.) Of these 28 clears, eight of them had been first-time clears. Of these, solely three of the clears had been from Ninjas making their premiere try on the course.

Clearing Stage One of many Nationwide Finals marks an necessary milestone in a Ninja’s profession. There’s attending to the Nationwide Finals. Then there’s clearing the primary timed, must-complete course of the 12 months. Keep in mind, within the Qualifiers and Metropolis Finals, there is no such thing as a time restrict and a Ninja doesn’t essentially want to achieve the buzzer to advance. They should make it far sufficient, quick sufficient.

As soon as the Ninjas attain Las Vegas, although, all security nets are eliminated. (Sure, we’re conscious that the existence of the Safety Pass throws a wrench in that assertion, however what we’re getting at.) It’s a unique surroundings. Ninjas who skilled success earlier within the 12 months aren’t all the time totally ready for the brand new challenges.

In season 11, Stage One of many Nationwide Finals had a time restrict of two minutes and thirty seconds. The Ninjas wanted to clear eight obstacles to achieve the buzzer.

• Archer Alley
• Spin Your Wheels
• Double Dipper
• Leaping Spider
• Tire Run
• Warped Wall
• Diving Boards
• Twist and Fly

Beneath, we took a have a look at these first-time clears and famous what number of earlier Stage One makes an attempt the Ninja had made prior to now. Please be aware that we’re referring to earlier Stage One makes an attempt, not what number of earlier seasons that they had taken half in. For instance, if a Ninja has competed 5 instances, however made it to the Nationwide Finals as soon as, that will be one earlier try.

Tyler Smith – One earlier try

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(This picture is of his Stage Two clear. However we didn’t have a shot from Stage One.)

Kevin Carbone – One earlier try

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Alex Blick – First try

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Nate Burkhalter – One earlier try

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Ben Wales – First try (rookie)

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Karsten Williams – 5 earlier makes an attempt

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Chris DiGangi – Three earlier makes an attempt

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Seth Rogers – First try (rookie)

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What do you suppose it takes to make a profitable run at Stage One? Do you suppose Ninjas as a rule want a couple of try of their careers earlier than they get it? Do you suppose season 13 will carry extra first-time clears?