The student contestant, at the time of his or her participation, must be a Junior member of the South Poll Grass Cattle Association from 8 years to 18 years of age.
Junior members will be split into 3 age categories:
Junior: 8 and under
Intermediate: 9–13
Senior: 14-18
Rules and regulations
One topic for the speech will be provided to the contestants at sign-up on Friday of the field day.
Speeches will be given to field day participants (and judges) starting at 1:00 p.m. on the Saturday of the field day.
Each speech shall be the result of the participant's own effort using reference material of their choice.
The SPGCA board reserves the right to amend the rules and regulations at their discretion.
Judges
Three judges consisting of South Poll board or other members will score and rank the contestants.
Awards
Cash prizes will be awarded in each age category for 1st, 2nd, and 3rdplaces, respectively.
1st place - $250
2nd place - $150
3rd place - $100
Participate - $50
Speaking Topics
The speaking topics will be given out at the field day.
