Having your event sanctioned by the Idaho Barbecue Association (IBA) elevates your competition with the credibility, structure, and consistency of a trusted, locally recognized sanctioning body. At the same time, you gain the advantage of personalized support from an organization deeply rooted in Idaho and the surrounding region, committed to helping your event run smoothly and grow year after year.
The IBA provides certified judges, consistent rules, and proven scoring systems that ensure a fair and respected competition. At the same time, our close-knit network of teams, judges, and partners helps drive participation, community engagement, and long-term event growth.
When your event is sanctioned by the IBA, you receive judging and competition support designed to ensure a consistent, fair, and well-organized contest:
Consistent Rules and Procedures
Your event operates under a clear, standardized set of competition rules and judging procedures. This ensures a consistent judging experience, fair scoring, and results that teams can trust.
Complete Judging Management
The IBA oversees all judging operations, including organizing and coordinating a full panel of qualified judges to ensure a credible and respected competition.
Scorecards and Team Feedback
We prepare and manage all official judging scorecards and comment cards. After awards are presented, comment cards are distributed to teams, providing valuable feedback to enhance their competition experience.
Complete the form below to begin the process of sanctioning your event with the IBA and take your competition to the next level.