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Commanders Cup

Date and Time

Saturday, November 08, 2025, 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM

Location

Wrentham American Legion
592 South St
Wrentham, MA  02093
USA

Category

NEBS Contest & Kids Q

Registration Info

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About this event

Calling All Grill Masters!
Do you have what it takes to be crowned the Grand Champion of the Commanders Cup?

Join us for a sizzling showdown at the NEBS Backyard/Kids-Q & Steak Cook-Off, where flavor meets fire in an epic competition judged by the Northeast Barbecue Society. Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or a rising backyard legend, this is your chance to show off your chops in one of the hottest cooking events of the year!

BACKYARD CATEGORIES

  • Chicken (Thighs, Wings, Legs – Cook's Choice)

  • Pork Ribs (Baby Back, St. Louis, Spare – You choose your style) 

Kids-Q CATEGORY

  • Loaded Hot Dog

STEAK CATEGORY

  • Prime New York Strip (meat provided by The Meat Bar Marketplace)

  • NEBS Steak Cook-Off Rules apply

  • No garnish. Sliced presentation. You bring the heat!

PRIZES & BRAGGING RIGHTS

  • Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd in each category

  • Grand & Reserve Grand Champions (Backyard Only)

  • NEBS 2025 Team of the Year Points + Steak Cook of the Year Points

Important Info:

  • All meats must be raw on arrival and will be inspected

  • Cook onsite with wood, pellets, or charcoal only

  • Electricity NOT provided – bring a generator

  • Bring your own cookers, tools, and food-safe stations

  • Teams must maintain food safety standards throughout

  • 9x9 turn-in boxes & tinfoil provided


Register Now! First come, first served for site assignments.
For full rules, visit www.nebs.org

Ready to compete? Bring your best and leave the rest – this is where champions are made.

Please sign up using the buttons below.

2025 Commanders Cup - NEBS Backyard_Steak Contest.pdf
2025 Commanders Cup - NEBS KIDS Q Contest.pdf
2025 Commanders Cup - Link to Judges Signups


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