The South Texas Stampede (STS) team showed unparalleled prowess at the Smoke Signals Cookoff in Liberty, TX, on November 11th. This multifaceted event featured four exciting turn-ins: Steak A, Steak B, an ancillary category focused on all things pumpkin, and a Kids Pork Chops event managed by the Gene Potts Memorial.
STS swept all four categories, with two members clinching coveted Golden Tickets to the SCA World Championship in Fort Worth, TX, in March 2024. The team set a new one-day event record, notching an impressive 24 top-10 calls.
Congratulations to the winners in each category:
- Steak A: Dan McClure
- Steak B: Evan Warren
- Anything Pumpkin: Renee Rodriguez
- STS Juniors: Eastyn Homann
A special nod to the Golden Ticket winners:
- James Garza in Steak (the newest STS member)
- Renee Rodriguez in Ancillary
Welcoming James and Lisa Garza as the latest additions to South Texas Stampede, this remarkable day was also a testament to the young talents in the Kids Pork Chops competition. Kudos to them and their families.
STS Cookoff Results:
Steak A:
| Team Member | Place | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Dan McClure | 1st | 253.7 |
| Raymond Patterson | 3rd | 252.8 |
| Doug Homann | 5th | 251.3 |
| Paul Wolfe | 7th | 250.4 |
| Trinidad Rodriguez | 8th | 250.3 |
Steak B:
| Team Member | Place | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Evan Warren | 1st | 254.1 |
| Raymond Patterson | 2nd | 253.6 |
| Doug Homann | 4th | 253.1 |
| Paul Wolfe | 6th | 252.7 |
| Trinidad Rodriguez | 7th | 251.8 |
| Dan McClure | 8th | 251.0 |
| James Garza | 9th | 250.8 |
Ancillary (Anything Pumpkin):
| Team Member | Place | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Renee Rodriguez | 1st | 204.0 |
| Micha Butler | 3rd | 203.0 |
| Alfred Hanna | 4th | 203.0 |
| John Butler | 6th | 201.2 |
| Norma Maune | 7th | 200.7 |
| Kim Wolfe | 8th | 199.6 |
| Elise Mireles | 9th | 198.7 |
| Roberta Smith | 10th | 198.0 |
STS Juniors (Kids Pork Chops):
| Team Member | Place | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Eastyn Homann | 1st | 201.4 |
| Adalyn Flores | 2nd | 200.9 |
| Carson Blackwell | 3rd | 199.8 |
| Kensie Burgess | 6th | 192.0 |
The Smoke Signals Cookoff was a resounding triumph for South Texas Stampede, underscoring their culinary prowess and camaraderie. Winning all four events, securing Golden Tickets, and amassing an incredible 24 top-10 calls in a single day set a new standard for excellence. Congratulations to the winners, the newest STS members, and the young talents who showcased their skills. This cookoff not only celebrated culinary achievement but also the spirit of community that defines STS. As they march towards the SCA World Championship in Fort Worth, the stampede of success continues, and the future looks sizzling bright.