I got some great information today from the local BBQ service company - they were able to forward me the rules. I also have a "general" commitment from 2 of my daughters to help out.
One potential name for the team ? Daddy and his "Holy Smokers". My 12 year old could not stop laughing!
Some tidbits from the competition rules:
1) No preseasoning ribs (but nothing said about trimming them!)
2) Can use manufacturer enhanced or injected products shown on label - but cannot use teriyaki, lemon pepper and butter injected!)
3) No precooking - go figure!
4) No excessive use of alcohol
5) Contest times: Chicken 1:55-2:05p, Ribs 2:25p-2:35p. Not a big area to walk around, so no big issue in travel time.
6) 6 portions ( I assume this means 6 bones or 6 thighs?)
7) NO Garnish
No pooled sauce - personally, I think I will try for a dry rub on the ribs with a glaze that I put on the grill at the last minute to carmelize.
On the chicken, I would assume it is just the chicken - bacon wrapped thighs are a no go? Just thinking.... it says no toothpicks, stuffing,etc but nothing about wrapping it in bacon!