Battle On the Bernard

Age Group: 13 - 18
Each team will consist of no less than 14 teens and no more than 20.
Once the contest starts, there can be no changes to the team on the rope.
Each team will begin their pull on the Tug Master's go.
There will be no knots or loops tied in the rope, or around the body.
A horn will sound at the start and end of each pull.
Teams may not use cleats, of any kind, on their foot wear: plain shoes only.
The winner of each pull will be determined by the longest amount of rope pulled from
the starting point.
Pulls will be for a duration of two minutes or until one side reaches the poles.
All decisions of the Lead Judges for each side and the Tug Master are final.
An Awards Ceremony will follow the event with awards going for the following:
- 1st Place Champion.
- 2nd Place Champion.