Further competition info

[joker smoker]

I certainly wasn't thinking of a clean sweep.I've been very lucky to get through the last 2 years and am extremely grateful for the opportunity I've had to experience this incredible event. I'm looking to use every trick I know to get back there this year as I know that there are several excellent teams on here who are also pulling out all the stops and investing a lot of time and money to beat me.Whatever happens I'm sure its going to be an exciting season with plenty of surprises. I can't wait to hook up with all my old buddies and do battle again.I miss the cameraderie and fellowship that we have and only wish Britain had better weather so that our competition season could be extended.

[Toby]

Completely agree John, its going to be a very exciting year and really looking forward to it, although a little aprehensive about May as kate will be going into hospital on the Friday for our new arrival Great excuse for a baby head wetting session on the Friday though!

Everyone will see a much more professional approach to the comps this year, i am holding a judges seminar in March which will bring all of the judges up to speed and induct new ones for the season. Very pleased about the preparation and the work that is going on in the background and hopefully all teams will reap the benefits!