Zero score and six years ago, the founders of F3 Naperville introduced a new type of pain to the PAX known as the Lincoln Games. Often described as the “annual kickball tournament” of F3 recess, these games are a high-intensity, six-day team competition where PAX earn points through various physical and community-based events. The mission of the 2026 Lincoln Games was to push PAX out of their comfort zones, encourage the exploration of different AOs across the region, and foster active community contribution. Whether a PAX posts once a month or eight times a week, the games are designed to challenge every man to be a better version of himself.

The Champions of the Gloom

After a grueling week of competition from May 11th to May 16th, Team – You’re My Boy Blue emerged as the 2026 champions, moving a massive amount of weight and logging incredible miles to earn 4,479 total points. Team – Beats & Bricks secured a hard-fought second place with 3,792 points, followed by Team – Trap Pack in third with 3,484 points.

On the individual leaderboard, Blues Clues remains the reigning champion of the Lincoln Games. As the captain of the winning team, Blues Clues earned 462 points by biking 140 miles, running 56.2 miles, rucking 50 miles, and consistently recording two standard bootcamps a day. Other top individual performers included Supply Chain in second place and Black Ice in third.

By the Numbers: Staggering Feats of Strength

The 285 participants in this year’s games combined for a staggering 42,223 total points. The sheer volume of work completed by the PAX during the “6-day blitz” is difficult to fathom:

• Total Weight Moved: A grand total of 13,730,000 lbs was moved by 202 PAX. This included over 2.9 million lbs in bent-over rows and 2.8 million lbs in chest presses.
• Overall Mileage: 226 PAX traveled a combined 12,159 miles. This was comprised of 7,069 miles biked, 2,745 miles ran, and 2,345 miles rucked.
• Exploration: 139 PAX earned “Around the World” points by visiting at least five different AOs during the week.
• Consistency: 36 “Ironest Horses” demonstrated elite dedication by attending at least 12 workouts during the single week of competition.

Special recognition goes to Hand Bag for recording the most bench press reps at 24, while Hootie and Hand Bag shared the title for most pull-up reps at 25 each.

Living the Third Pillar

True to the mission of F3, the Lincoln Games are about more than just physical prowess; they are a reflection of our commitment to the community. This year, the PAX donated $5,300 to 3rd F causes, supporting organizations such as the F3 Naperville Foundation, Feed My Starving Children, and Hesed House. Additionally, 118 PAX signed up to volunteer their time at Feed My Starving Children in Aurora, proving that the impact of the Lincoln Games extends far beyond the workout.

Conclusion

The 2026 Lincoln Games proved once again that no one who participates comes out on the other side feeling like it was a waste of time. Through the smack talk, the physical grind, and the shared sweat, the comradery of F3 Naperville has never been stronger. Congratulations to all the PAX who pushed through the “Gauntlet” and “The Grind” to make this the most successful Lincoln Games yet.