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Commanders Cup

Date and Time

Saturday, November 8, 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

Registration is required

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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