Presa Canario Club of America

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It’s time to register!!!
Come join us for our inaugural AKC event, in Lincoln, NE.
May 18, Open Show, judge Jason Baum
May 19, Open Show, judge Dr. Yves Belmont and (after AKC show for the day) Midwest Regional National Specialty, judge Jose Rivera

You can register your dog here:https://www.onofrio.com/plist/xneb1pl.pdf

Your dog must be AKC FSS registered to attend the AKC Open Shows.

The Nebraska Kennel Club (NKC) Dog Show, Obedience and Rally Event will also be taking place with lots more opportunities to register and compete May 17-19, 2024.

NKC shows will be themed the Total Dog Experience with the following events -
2 All Breed Dogs Shows - Hege Rosettes
3 Rally Trails - In a separate building! Huge Rosettes
3 Obedience Trials - In a separate building! Huge Rosettes
3 Benched Coonhound Trials
4-6 Month Beg Puppy
NOHS
7 NKC OPEN SHOWS
2 Presa Canario Club of America OPEN SHOWS
Borzoi Club of Greater Omaha Concurrent Specialties
HEALTH CLINICs
HUGE ROSETTES
RV PARKING
FREE PARKING
MAJORS
RESERVE GROOMING and Pay online with your entries
Huge Rosettes
Friendly people - Beautiful Dogs!!
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HISTORICAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE PCCA

The Presa Canario Club of America, it’s Officers, and Board of Directors have been working “behind the scenes” diligently for the last 5+ years directly with the American Kennel Club (AKC), and we are fully committed to preserving the breed's health and future by establishing a presence and authority over the Presa Canario breed within this organization.The American Kennel Club, a not-for-profit organization, is the nation's oldest, largest, and most esteemed purebred dog registry.

Dog breed clubs are made up of passionate dog owners, breed fanciers, and purebred breeders. Each AKC breed has a National Club, also known as a Parent Club.The AKC approves only one Parent Club for each breed. The Presa Canario Club of America has been approved as the AKC Parent Club for the Presa Canario.

What now!?
Help us build the foundation for the Presa Canario breed within the AKC by registering your dog with the AKC FSS program and begin attending AKC functions where our breed is allowed, so we can show the whole world what our amazing Presa Canario breed is all about! Gaining full recognition with the AKC is no easy task. Dogs must first begin in the Foundation Stock Program, and then, through the dedicated work of the parent club, the Presa Canario Club of America, and the hard work of ethical breeders, owners, handlers, and enthusiasts, the breed becomes eligible to move to Miscellaneous status. The next step after this status change is FULL BREED RECOGNITION. We need your help and continued dedication to make this a reality for our beloved Presa Canario.

Help us become the best AKC Parent Club possible through getting involved! Communicate directly with your PCCA Officers and Board of Directors, volunteer your time to the Club, participate in Club events, positively engage in Club social media, and above all - keep being the best Presa Canario owners or breeders through thoughtful engagement, education, and ethical practices outlined by the Presa Canario Club of America.

****HISTORICAL ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE PCCA****

The Presa Canario Club of America, it’s Officers, and Board of Directors have been working “behind the scenes” diligently for the last 5+ years directly with the American Kennel Club (AKC), and we are fully committed to preserving the breed's health and future by establishing a presence and authority over the Presa Canario breed within this organization. The American Kennel Club, a not-for-profit organization, is the nation's oldest, largest, and most esteemed purebred dog registry.

Dog breed clubs are made up of passionate dog owners, breed fanciers, and purebred breeders. Each AKC breed has a National Club, also known as a Parent Club.The AKC approves only one Parent Club for each breed. The Presa Canario Club of America has been approved as the AKC Parent Club for the Presa Canario.

What now!?
Help us build the foundation for the Presa Canario breed within the AKC by registering your dog with the AKC FSS program and begin attending AKC functions where our breed is allowed, so we can show the whole world what our amazing Presa Canario breed is all about! Gaining full recognition with the AKC is no easy task. Dogs must first begin in the Foundation Stock Program, and then, through the dedicated work of the parent club, the Presa Canario Club of America, and the hard work of ethical breeders, owners, handlers, and enthusiasts, the breed becomes eligible to move to Miscellaneous status. The next step after this status change is FULL BREED RECOGNITION. We need your help and continued dedication to make this a reality for our beloved Presa Canario.

Help us become the best AKC Parent Club possible through getting involved! Communicate directly with your PCCA Officers and Board of Directors, volunteer your time to the Club, participate in Club events, positively engage in Club social media, and above all - keep being the best Presa Canario owners or breeders through thoughtful engagement, education, and ethical practices outlined by the Presa Canario Club of America.

How do I register my dog with the AKC, because my dog is already registered with another organization?
That is great! Having your dog in multiple different databases, with different registries, allows you to participate in events in many different places across the USA, and even the world. Creating more flexibility for you and your dog to find events that interest you and fit your schedule. You do not have to give up any registration to any organization you already have, you can keep those records with that organization in addition to your new AKC FSS registration.

Use this Foundation Stock Service Registration application, available for download at www.akc.org, and complete all the fields required. Attach a photo copy of your dogs current 3- generation pedigree ( 8.5" x 11" ), then attach two (2) 3" x 5" close-up color photographs of the dog in a standing position: one front view; one side view. Print the dog’s name and registration number on the back of each photograph. Send your application, pedigree, and photos, with your recording fee to: The American Kennel Club P.O. Box 900058 Raleigh, NC 27675-9058
For help with the process you can always email AKC Foundation Stock Service® at [email protected] or call 919-233-9767 to speak to an AKC FSS® Customer Service Representative, Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM.

Now that I am registered with AKC FSS, what do I do next?
Begin attending FSS Open shows, FSS Open Shows are informal AKC sanctioned events, and Companion Events and Performance Events that AKC determines to be applicable. They allow owners and their dogs of FSS & Miscellaneous Class breeds a chance to gain the ring experience of a conformation dog show in a relaxed and inviting environment. While no points may be earned towards a Championship, Certificate of Merit points may be earned. FSS Open Shows also allow clubs, judges, and stewards to gain the experience needed for licensed events. The winner of the Miscellaneous Class & FSS Groups will go on to compete Best in FSS Open Show.
FSS and Miscellaneous breeds, ages 4 months and older on the day of the event, are eligible to compete and earn points towards the Certificate of Merit.
The following breed classes will be offered at all FSS Open Shows: 4-6 month puppy, 6-9 month puppy, 9-12 month puppy, bred-by-exhibitor, and open class.

How do I enter an AKC FSS Open Show?
In order to participate in the fun, you must enter your dog in the show. Every FSS Open Show has a “premium list” that has all the important information about the show, including an entry form and the entry deadline. You must fill out the entry form with the information about your dog and which class you want to enter, i.e. the 4-6 Month Puppy class, 6-9 Month Puppy Class, 9-12 Month Puppy Class, Bred-By-Exhibitor Class or Open Class prior to the entry deadline. Each show has a Superintendent or Show Secretary who processes all the show entry forms. Typically, a dog show’s club member acts as the Show Secretary for FSS Open Shows. Contact the Show Secretary listed to receive the show’s premium list and entry form or find them online. To Complete an entry form, you’ll need your dog’s AKC registration number, a credit card or check, your dog’s AKC registration certificate so you can fill out your puppy’s “official registered” name, their dam’s (mother’s) name, their sire’s (father’s) name as well as their birthdate, breeder’s name and your contact information. You will also select which age division your dog will be competing in, the 4-6 Month Puppy class, 6-9 Month Puppy Class, 9-12 Month Puppy Class, Bred-By-Exhibitor Class or Open Class for dogs older than one year.

How do I prepare my dog for the show?
It’s a good idea to have your dog ready for fun before you go to the show. Walking on a leash - Your dog should be comfortable wearing a collar and walking on a leash by your left side. You may have been taught this as the “heel position” in your puppy kindergarten class. This is easy to practice at home before going to the show. Meet me - Young dogs love people so be prepared for her to meet lots of new people at the show! You may want to get her ready to meet people by taking your puppy to a park or other public spaces to get her used to the activity. Looking their best - Don’t forget to groom your dog as part of the preparation. If they are really dirty, as some dogs can be very active outdoors, then maybe a bath a day or two before the show is in order. But, at the very least, make sure they are brushed and free of dirt, debris and any tangles in their fur. Also, if it’s been a while since you trimmed their toenails, you may want to give them a quick trim too. One of the most important points we can outline, as the parent club, is to ensure that your Presa Canario is well trained to receive a complete judges evaluation. This could include a stranger (the judge), putting their hands all over your dog, including in their mouth. This may also include a stranger approaching your dog directly eye to eye level. Your dog should also be controlled around other dogs.

One week before the show, if you entered your dog before the day of the show- While some clubs do not confirm entries for FSS Open Shows, it is possible you may receive an email from one of the dog show’s club members to give you additional information for the day of the show. This may include: -Your armband number and a judging program telling you how many dogs are entered in your dog’s age division. -Whether or not your FSS Open Show is divided by dogs’ gender -What ring number you will be in -What time to be at that ring -Directions and general information about the show If you do not receive this information before the show, make sure you get to the show site early to get settled before entering the ring, or contact the Show Secretary for more information on the show.

If you plan on entering your dog on the day of the show- First, make sure that the club is allowing “day of show” entries. Make sure you arrive early in the morning so that you can have your dog entered in the show before it starts. A club member should be able to help you with this or direct you for further assistance. At the show, you will find out how many dogs are entered in your class, if your class is divided by gender, what ring you will be in and at what time you will be judged.

What do I do on the day of the show?
Get up early! The morning of the show, feed your dog earlier than usual so your dog can do their business before you get on the road to the show.
What to pack - You’ll want to bring water, a water bowl, and a brush for last minute grooming, and treats to give your dog after a job well done. Don’t forget to pack the very important clean-up bags for potty breaks, your confirmation packet and a chair for yourself.
On the road - Remember traveling in a crate is the safest form of transportation for your dog. Plus, having the crate at the show will give your dog a place to rest before and after the fun.
At the show grounds - Make sure you arrive at least one or two hours before your scheduled ring time so that you can set up a spot to watch the show near your ring, take your dog for a walk to potty, and then observe the show to get an idea of what to expect in the ring.
At the ring - Before your scheduled ring time, ask the Ring Steward or club members to give you your armband number (show them the confirmation entry slip with the number). This number is placed around your left upper arm and secured with a rubber band available at ringside. Don’t forget to dress in business casual attire with comfortable walking shoes so both you and your dog look your best.

What will the judge ask me to do in the ring?
Ringside - Once your time has arrived, the Ring Steward will call all the dogs in the class according to armband number into the ring for judging.
Stand in line - At first, all the dogs will stand in line together for the judge to give them all a first look.
All together - Then the judge will ask all the dogs to trot around the ring in one big circle together. Following those in front of you, ask your dog to follow you around the ring in an appropriate speed for your dog until you reach the end of the line.
Examination - You and your dog can relax for a moment now. The judge will ask each dog to come up to them for an individual breed evaluation. At this point, the judge will greet your dog and ask you to open their mouth to look at their teeth. They will then place their hands around the dog’s body for further examination.
Strutting your stuff - The judge will ask you to individually move your dog around in a “pattern” - maybe a triangle or a straight line- and then back to the end of the line.
Get a ribbon - After all the dogs have been looked at by the judge, you will go around the ring as a group one more time. At this point the judge picks their winners and hands out ribbons. Congratulations! All done - After you’re done, it’s time to relax with your dog, give them some water and a treat for being such a good dog. Since you are already at the show, take the opportunity to walk them around the show grounds and see new sights and meet new people.

***PCCA W&P International Working Event***

The Presa Canario Club of America, Working and Performance group is happy to announce an exciting working event being sponsored in the Canary Islands. With a combined 100 years of working knowledge specifically of the Presa Canario breed these folks are serious about bringing some education to this event! Packed with tons of training opportunities, education, and competition, this event is sure not to disappoint!

Contact us via DM with any and all questions.

DATE: APRIL 20, 2024
LOCATION: La Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain

Announcement from PCCA President **ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE PCCA PRESIDENT**After years of working on a new PCCA CHAMPIONSHIPS PROGRAM, the Presa Canario Club of America Board of Directors unan...

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**ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE PCCA PRESIDENT**

After years of working on a new PCCA CHAMPIONSHIPS PROGRAM, the Presa Canario Club of America Board of Directors unanimously voted on 09.17.2023 to approve a new and exciting Championships Program.

We wanted to recognize dogs that participate in our events, of which bring the most qualified breed expert judges from all over the world, and receive quality EXCELLENT critiques. We know not every dog can win every show, but really it isn’t all about winning. It’s first and foremost about getting this educational critique, a third party evaluation of your dog.

Since this has been years in the works now, we also want to reward our loyal patrons and members by doing a retroactive accounting for anything going FIVE YEARS BACK. Many of you will find that you ALREADY HAVE CHAMPIONSHIP REQUIREMENTS MET!

Not only are we offering Championships for adult dogs, you can now even recognize your dog via our Junior Championship, which is available for 0-23 month old’s!

Additionally, our Working and Performance Committee is working hard to update an approved ponts listing that will encompass much, much more!

With that, we present the NEW PCCA CHAMPIONSHIP PROGRAM!

*Please be patient with us as we work to update all our records and the website for seamless title claims requests, we anticipate going live with this new program service by Nov. 1, 2023*

Available PCCA Titles:
US CH
United States Champion
PCCA CH
Presa Canario Club of America Champion
PCCA JCH
Presa Canario Club of America Junior Champion

Annual Awards
PCCA Dog of the Year
PCCA Working + Performance Kennel of the Year

Annually, the Club will award a Dog of the Year, as well as PCCA Working + Performance Kennel,based on cumulative points earned from September 1 - August 31.

In regards to the PCCA Dog of the Year Award, the following is the rule;

In case of a final tie between two or more dogs, the winner will be named to the dog and bitch who have beaten more dogs at PCCA Events for the year.

In regards to the PCCA Working + Performance annual awards, the following is rule;

In case of a final tie between two or more Kennels the winner will be named after a timeline extension for points submission. Extensions will continue until there is a clear winner of the award. Timeline extensions will only be granted by the Working + Performance Committee through unanimous voting. Points earned during this timeline extension period may only be applied to one award year, however the losing Kennels involved in the tie-breaking timeline extension may apply these points earned to the subsequent year. To earn the title of PCCA Working + Performance Kennel of the year award, points must be awarded under more than one judge.
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The PCCA Annual Awards will be presented in the next Monografica following the cumulative points year-end.
1-PCCA Dog of the Year will receive the honor of their image used on Club events and related posters throughout that award year, not exclusively.
2-An announcement on the Club's website or official social media platform, which will remain permanently, and highlighted announcement(s) in any marketing media used for the year of award.
3-Waived Registration Fees for one Club Event.
To claim any PCCA title or award, photocopies of any earned titles, registrations, pedigrees, or certificates (as any requirement for title claims) may be required to be submitted with your title claim request, or requested to be validated after the title claim request is submitted to confirm validity. Title claims must only be submitted when all requirements for the title are met, and all supporting documents can be submitted with the claim, if called upon, or they will be rejected. There will be no refunds for any title claim request fees.

PCCA Championship Points awarded:

US Monografica & Nationals- 2x (Double points earned during events)
BIS - Best in Show - 2 pts (with EXCELLENT rating)
BOS - Best Opposite S*x - 2 pts (with EXCELLENT rating)
CAC - 1 pts (with EXCELLENT rating)
Excellent Critique - 5 pts
Very Promising Critique- 5 pts (only available to 10 months and under)

For any show, points are not available for BIS, BOB, CAC awarded without an EXCELLENT corresponding judges rating for the same show, BIS, BOB, CAC are cumulative points.

Points are only available from PCCA sponsored or authorized events.

The qualifications given by the judges must correspond to the following definitions:

EXCELLENT may only be awarded to a dog which comes very close to the ideal standard of the breed, which is presented in excellent condition, displays a harmonious, well-balanced temperament, is of high class and has excellent posture. Its superior characteristics in respect of its breed permit that minor imperfections can be ignored; it must however have the typical features of its s*x.

The CAC (Certificat d’Aptitude au Championnat), and Reserve CAC (RCAC), is a national grading. It is up to the Club to decide in which classes and to which dogs this certificate can be awarded. CAC may only be awarded to dogs of Excellent scoring.

PCCA Working + Performance Points awarded:

The PCCA Working + Performance Points are awarded based on the most currently approved version of the PCCA Working + Performance Point System. The PCCA reserves the right to update this system at any time throughout the year. The points calculated for any title or award are done off of the approved point system on the date the Title Claim is submitted.
Any viable and quantifiable W+P event, task, or job that is NOT included in the PCCA W+P Point System can be submitted to the W+P Committee for consideration, however will not be able to be claimed until included in the approved PCCA W+P Point System.

How to earn a PCCA Title

US Champion Title (US CH):

This award is not points based.
Dog must;
1. Obtain an Excellent rating in either the Intermediate, Adult/Open, or Champion class in either a US Monografica or the PCCA US National Specialty.

2. Win a CAC (Certificate d’Aptitude au Championat) (Best non-champion female or male in the show) or BIS (Best in Show) or BOS (Best of Opposite S*x) at either a US Monografica or the PCCA US National Specialty. This show must be a different show than the one used to fulfill the first requirement.

3. Win 4 CAC's, BIS's, or BOS's at any PCCA sponsored or authorized show with at least 3 different judges. These 4 can include the shows used to fulfill the first two requirements, however one win must be at a US Monografica. To earn CAC, the dog must be given an Excellent rating by the judge. The PCCA will allow an owner to go back 10 years and count past PCCA sponsored shows as far as it is possible to accurately determine the results for fulfilling these requirements.

Requirements for PCCA Champion title (PCCA CH):

Total of 30 points earned in Young, Intermediate, Adult/Open, Veteran, Working, or Champions Classes minimum of two different judges.

The PCCA will allow an owner to go back 5 years and count past PCCA sponsored shows as far as it is possible to accurately determine the results for fulfilling these requirements.

Requirements for PCCA Junior Champion title (PCCA JCH):

Total of 25 points earned in Very Puppy, Puppy, Young, and Intermediate classes under a minimum of two different judges.

The PCCA will allow an owner to go back 5 years and count past PCCA sponsored shows as far as it is possible to accurately determine the results for fulfilling these requirements.

Title Claim Request:

Once your dog has completed all requirements for any PCCA Title, you must submit a TITLE CLAIMS REQUEST for each title you are claiming. Fees are per title.

US CHAMPION - FREE
Annual PCCA DOG OF THE YEAR - FREE

PCCA CH - $50.00
PCCA JCH - $50.00

Annual PCCA WORKING & PERFORMANCE KENNEL OF THE YEAR - FREE -Title Claim Request currently not required.

Title Claims Requests will include the following information:

Title Claim (US CH, PCCA CH, PCCA JCH, PCCA DOG OF THE YEAR, PCCA W&P KENNEL OF THE YEAR)
Year of Claim
Registered Name of the DOG/BITCH
Listed Registry of the DOG/BITCH
S*x of the DOG/BITCH
Birthdate of the DOG/BITCH
Registered Name of the Sire if the DOG/BITCH
Registered Name of the Dam if the DOG/BITCH
Breeder of the DOG/BITCH
Owner of the DOG/BITCH
Mailing address to receive the TITLE
Contact for Title Claim
Fee paid in Full

Title Claims can be submitted electronically only, via email or online form submission. Fees can be processed online via the Club’s PayPal, or by check or money order only.

Announcement from PCCA President **ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE PCCA PRESIDENT**After years of working on a new PCCA CHAMPIONSHIPS PROGRAM, the Presa Canario Club of America Board of Directors unan...

The Presa Canario Club of America would like to extend a huge warm welcome to the delegate Querena Garcia Herrera of Tenerife del Campeonato de Canarias del Presa Canario! Querena comes to the USA, 2023 National Specialty, Monografica, and Working Event to represent Tenerife, of the Canary Islands, Spain and spread her knowledge and expertise of the breed.

Querena has been in the breed her entire life, however taking seriously to breeding for the last 23 years as a direct result of the love and dedication for the breed she grew up with.

Querena will be stepping in the ring to judge the 2023 National Specialty!!!!

As an expert in breed character and conformation, we welcome all the experience she brings to our event! Please, help us thank her for her dedication and come out on Sept 22 at Purina Farms in Grey Summit, MO to meet her in person.

*Show Results*

The Presa Canario Club of America wishes to send a huge Thank-you to our judges, Randy Green and Jeannine Volp, all the show organizers for the Southeast Regional Specialty and Championships, our Board of Directors and EACH OF YOU!! Thank you for making it such a successful weekend of events.

We always love being in Georgia! The PCCA has some seriously deep roots there, so it was great to see all our , and welcome some new faces!

Saturday we were able to complete two shows, and Sunday was all about putting in some amazing work with our partners at K-9 OTC, out of Powder Springs, GA. We will be posting those resulting WORKING KENNEL OF THE YEAR points and PCCA TT Results, so stay tuned.

SHOW #1
Judge: Randy Green

Best in Show
Anubis de La Jacha
Best of Opposite S*x
Wonder Woman Diana de Conquistador
Best Puppy
MoKan Kennel’s Kiki

MALES
Very Puppy
1 - Lenox
2 - MoKan Kennel’s Leon
3 - Rarde
Puppy
1- D&G Kennel’s Megatron
Young
1- Rafael Caro Quintero de Conquistador
Intermediate
1 - MoKan Kennel’s Larry the Cable Guy
2- Showtime’s Jude
3 - Uni de Realeza
Open
1 - Anabis de La Jacha
2 - K-Rona FFP
3 - Rico de Mansacan

FEMALES
Very Puppy
1 - MoKan Kennel’s Kiki
Young
1 - Wonder Woman Diana de Conquistador
Intermediate
1 - Coco de las Islas de Doramas
2 - Leia de la Realeza
3 - Honey de Virgina Presas
Open
1- Emona de MistoCan
2 - Frontline’s Fury
3 - Chism’s Freya

SHOW #2
Judge:Jeannine Volp

Best in Show
Rafael Caro Quintero de Conquistador
Best of Opposite S*x
Wonder Woman Diana de Conquistador
Best Puppy in Show
MoKan Kennel’s Kiki

MALES
Very Puppy
1 - Lenox
2 - MoKan Kennel’s Leon
3 - Rarde
Puppy
1- D&G Kennel’s Megatron
Young
1- Rafael Caro Quintero de Conquistador
Intermediate
1 - MoKan Kennel’s Larry the Cable Guy
2 - Uni de Realeza
Open
1 - Rico de Mansacan
2 - K-Rona FFP
3 - - Anubis de La Jacha

FEMALES
Very Puppy
1 - MoKan Kennel’s Kiki
Young
1 - Wonder Woman Diana de Conquistador
Intermediate
1 - Coco de las Islas de Doramas
2 - Honey de Virgina Presas
3 - Leia de la Realeza
Open
1- Emona de MistoCan
2 - Chism’s Freya
3 - Frontline’s Fury

****JUDGE ANNOUNCEMENT****

There is literally over 50 years combined experience with the breed between our two Presa Canario expert judges heading down to our Southeast Regional Specialty and Championships show on May 13 to provide our with only the highest quality breed critiques and breed education.

Meet your judges...

Randy Green, one of the past Presidents of the Presa Canario Club of America, has been a for the better part of 25 years. Randy has studied the breed directly on the Canary Islands and has bred world renown dogs. His kennel D & G, and its productions, can be found in all corners of the earth. Randy brings his expert eye for correct Presa Canario structure and temperament to the table, with a willingness to educate and communicate - all for the betterment of the breed.

Jeannine Volpe is a professionally trained AKC judge, present in the breed since almost the FIRST large Presa Canario speciality show was held in the USA. Jeannine speaks openly about her first hand account of how the breed has grown and developed from those first state-side representations to the large community and population that can bee seen in the US today.

Folks, if you are interested in a real quality USA history of the breed, you don’t want to miss the opportunity to meet these amazing judges! Where else can you get this 1:1 type of education, all while earning Championship points with the ONLY member based, internationally recognized, breed Club. Bringing you nothing but the best in events for over 25 years!

Join us May 13 at 120 FFA FHA Camp Road Covington, Georgia 30014!

Registration will be on-site, the day off, beginning bright and early at 9 am. The shows will run back 2 back, taking a break for lunch. Prizes will be awarded and Championship points available!

Cost is 40$ per show.