 
| It is the mission of the FBA to promote the uniquely American tradition of barbecuing meat over natural wood or charcoal-fired heat and smoke through education, family-friendly fellowship, and competition. |
Trent Senhart was awarded his Master Judge certificate and badge at the Shamrockin' Fest in Leesburg. The FBA as a body incorporates a strong program to award the Master Judge credential. There are 158 Master Judges in the FBA out of 373 Active Judges making our sanctioning body one of the strongest set of judges in the US.
| Jim Frazee was awarded his 150th contest judged badge at the Shamrockin' Fest in Leesburg. Jim Frazee joins Rick Dimaggio, Gayle Dimaggio, Gordon Gilbert, George Kendal, Karen Hyde and Pete Odom (Recently Deceased) as one of 7 judges who have judged over 150 contests.
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The FBA is actively expanding the number of sanctioned contests throughout the state of Florida. We provide sanctioning to both Professional and Backyard contests, along with specialty contests such as Kosher. The FBA is proud to support fundraising events by offering one-meat only contests to minimize contest costs. If you would like to explore organizing a contest, click on this link. Feel free to contact Jim Elser at jim@sweetsmokeq.com with any questions, thoughts or ideas. |
Full FBA Sanctioned Contest Calendar Below
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FBA SPONSORSHIP
FBA MEMBERS SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS
Are you a cook team looking for the best meats, equipment or sauces and rubs for your upcoming competitions? Members, are you looking for an outstanding local BBQ restaurant or a great caterer for you upcoming event? If so, please take a look at our FBA Sponsors Page and support our local FBA member Sponsors.
BECOME A FBA SPONSORSHIP MEMBER
If you are interested in supporting the FBA and having your company receive all the benefits of FBA Sponsorship, sign up as a Sponsorship Member. Visit our Membership Signup Page and select "Sponsor" membership level. For more information, contact Jim Elser, at jim@sweetsmokeq.com.