Results for the Show 2013 Show.
Young Handler
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YOUNG HANDLERS COMPETITION Judge: Mr. Peter Reeder - Diss, Norfolk Judging: Thursday 27th June - Pig Rings - after the breed championships Entry Fees: No Entry Fee will be payable & no premium will be due in this section. Prizes: 1st £15, 2nd £10, 3rd £5. Conditions: i) The comformation of the animal will not be taken into account. ii) No boars to be shown. iii) All pigs must be the property of an exhibitor entering the breed classes at the Show. iv) An adult handler of the pig must accompany the young handler to and from the pig building and remain at the ringside during competition. v) A Grand Final for Young Handlers will be held in August. The final comprises a range of events and activities on which Junior Pig Club member will be judged as well as the handling competition. The Final takes place over the three days of the show and all qualifiers must be present for all three days. Winners of Young Handler competitions at BPA sponsored shows throughout the year will be eligible to compete in the final. If a young person has already qualified for the Final they should inform the stewards. The next highest placed competitor who has not already qualified will be eligible. All Young Handlers attending the final must be members of the BPA Junior Pig Club. There are two memberships available - 12 years & under and 13 - 21 years - details from British Pig Association. At the final there will be two judges. The handlers will be tested on their ability to control and display their pigs. There will be practical tests to encourage Young Pig keepers to identify good and bad points in a pig and they will also be asked to demonstrate their knowledge of pedigree pig keeping and showing. At the Grand Final rosettes and prize cards will be awarded - Senior and Intermediate Champions will receive £50 and a Trophy or medal with Reserve Champions receiving £25. The Junior Champion will receive £40 and a Trophy or Medal with Reserve Champion receiving £20. All Novice competitors will receive a goody bag with the Novice Champion receiving £10 and a Trophy or Medal. |