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2026 Up in Smoke on the Square
Backyard BBQ competition
[September 01, 2026]
With 20 teams, this year’s Up
in Smoke on the Square Backyard BBQ competition brought out fewer
than usual, though it was just as competitive with friendly rivalry.
As usual, teams travelled from near and far representing several
states.
Among many teams that had competed here previously was a team
competing for the first time ever.
Go Blue BBQ, made up of teammates Myron Neisler and Jordan Ridge,
said they use a special blend of spices and make their barbeque
sauce from scratch. They cook the meats low and slow.
After the meats are turned in, judges score them based on
appearance, texture and taste.
When it came time for the awards ceremony, Kevin Bateman thanked the
sponsors and all who make the event possible.
The top seven teams in each category were then announced with each
of these teams winning ribbons and small cash prizes.
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Top prize for chicken was Smoking
E’s BBQ.
Top prize for ribs was Smoked by the Brook.
Grand champion E Squared BBQ.
The winners are eligible to participate in the KCBS world
invitational finals for the category they won.
2026 Up in Smoke on the Square Backyard BBQ competition photo
slideshow
[Angela Reiners] |
