CARDIGAN WELSH CORGI CLUB
OF AMERICA
2016
NATIONAL SPECIALTY
TRIATHLON CHALLENGE
Introduction
The Triathlon Challenge is a competition to honor the most versatile Cardigan Corgi competing
in a variety of event categories at the annual National Specialty. Cardigan fanciers must be preregistered to participate.
Competition Rules
To be eligible, a dog must enter and compete in at least three (3) event categories offered at the
National Specialty [Categories are: Agility, Herding, Obedience/Rally, Tracking (when offered),
and Conformation]. Any combination of three of these five event categories is acceptable. For
purposes of this Triathlon Challenge, obedience and rally are combined in a single category. An
exhibitor may enter both obedience and rally but only the highest score of the two will be used.
For 2016, the eligible non-regular conformation classes include puppy and veterans’
sweepstakes, Megan, Herding Titled, and Stud Dog/Brood Bitch. Eligible non-regular
obedience classes are Veteran and Brace. The dog may be handled by more than one person
throughout the competition. The Brace class in conformation is not included as the dog is
displayed to show the breeder's consistency in their breeding program.
A minimum of three points is earned by dogs competing in the qualifying events even if the dog
does not qualify or win. Points, however, are not earned by dogs that are excused for
lameness, unacceptable behavior, or disqualified as defined by the rules of the entered class. If
entered in classes in more than three event categories, only the three highest event scores
earned (75 maximum points) are used toward the Triathlon Challenge. The maximum number
of points that can be earned from any single event is 25.
The highest points earned in a class within an event or if more than one class is entered, only
the one class earning the highest number of points, will be counted. Points are not cumulative.
Where a multiple class entry and qualification are required such as MACH, PACH, RAE and
UDX legs, qualification carries a higher point value than a single qualification. If more than one
trial is scheduled in one or multiple days, only the single highest points earned in that event by a
dog will count toward the Triathlon. For example, in herding, where a dog could be entered in
two classes (intermediate ducks and started sheep in two trials on the same or multiple days),
only the single highest score will be counted towards the Triathlon Challenge. For those dogs
advancing to Winners, Reserve Winners or higher; class points are dropped and the dog is
awarded the number of points indicated on the Triathlon Challenge Point Schedule. The
highest points earned in any one of the eligible conformation classes will count toward one of
the three event scores required for the Triathlon event.
All scoring for the top award will be done from the official judge’s book(s) for each event in order
to verify the Cardigan has met the participation requirements (i.e., was not excused, etc.). Any
errors in scoring MUST be reported within 12 hours after posting of event results with the
exception of the last day’s event where one hour is given to report errors after posting. If not
reported the posted score stands.
The Cardigan entered and earning the highest number of points during National Specialty week
is winner of the Triathlon Challenge. The Cardigan entered and earning the second highest
number of points will be the reserve winner. The high scoring Owner-Handled Cardigan will
also be honored. Rosettes will be award to each winner. The Triathlon Challenge winner will
receive a $100 cash prize. All awards will be presented at the Annual Banquet.
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Entries
The Triathlon entry fee is charged as a $10.00 flat fee for each dog regardless of the number of
events/classes entered in the Triathlon Challenge. This fee is in addition to the entry fees for
regular or non-regular classes.
Owners are responsible for errors in making out entry forms, and returning the completed
Triathlon Challenge entry form and applicable fees to the Triathlon Committee no later than the
announced Triathlon Challenge entry closing date.
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Triathlon Challenge Point Schedule
Agility
Points are awarded based on qualifying runs and a score earning over three points. Double
qualifying scores are required for a MACH/PACH leg.
STD and JWW Scores
Points
FAST Scores
T2B Pt Scores
Points
1-5
3
4
Q
6-7
6
Entered and NQ
85 - 89
8
65
8-9
8
90 - 95
10
78
10
12
96 - 99
12
14
100
16
16
MACH/PACH Leg (Double Q)
20
High Scoring in Agility
(Preferred)
High Scoring in Agility
(Regular)
25 (Maximum)
25 (Maximum)
Rally
Points are awarded based on the score earned. Double qualifying scores are required for an
RAE Leg.
Score
Entered and NQ
Points
3
70 – 79.5
8
80 – 89.5
12
90 – 100
14
RAE Leg (Double Q)
18
High Scoring
(Advanced B and Excellent Combined)
20
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Obedience
Both regular, non-titled and offered non-regular classes are included. Points are awarded
based on score earned. Two qualifying scores are required for a UDX leg. High in Trial means
highest scoring in the regular obedience classes
Score
Entered and NQ or score of less than 170
Points
3
170 – 179.5 & Q
8
180 – 184.5 & Q
10
185 – 189.5 & Q
12
190 – 194.5 & Q
14
195 – 200 & Q
16
UDX Leg (Double Q)
20
High in Trial
25 (Maximum)
High Combined (Open B and Utility Combined)
25 (Maximum)
Tracking
Tracking requires pre-certification in order to be eligible to enter and is a pass/fail test.
Score
Entered and running a track
Points
3
Passing a Track: TD
10
Passing a Track: TDX
18
Passing a Track: VST
25 (Maximum)
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Herding
All test classes will be awarded points on a pass/fail basis. A non-qualifying trial run is awarded
a maximum of 3 points. Trial points are awarded based on a qualifying score.
Score
HT, PT Fail or Trial NQ/DQ
Points
3
HT or PT: Pass
5
65 – 69 & Q
7
70 – 74 & Q
9
75 – 79 & Q
11
80 – 84 & Q
13
85 – 89 & Q
15
80 – 94 & Q
17
95 – 100 & Q
20
High in Trial
25 (Maximum)
High Combined (All Stock)
25 (Maximum)
Conformation
Conformation classes that are eligible toward a Triathlon score include: Puppy Sweepstakes,
Veteran Sweepstakes, and all regular/BOB classes. Entries in the following non-regular classes
are eligible toward a Triathlon score: Megan, Stud Dog/Brood Bitch, and Herding Titled. The
Brace class is not eligible for Triathlon points.
Since class dogs entered in conformation do not receive scores, points are awarded based on
the number of dogs defeated in competition. A class win earns the points as designated below,
2nd place earns one point less, 3rd placed and 4th place earn 2 points less each. So, in a class of
7 dogs, 1st place earns 12 points; 2nd place earns 11 points, 3rd place earns 9 points, and 4th
place earns 7 points. If the class size has only 1 dog, no class winner points are earned but the
dog will receive 3 points.
Dogs defeated are determined by the number of dogs entered and shown in a class, not
including those excused or disqualified. The maximum number of points awarded to a class
dog/bitch for any given class is 18.
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For those dogs advancing to Winners, Reserve Winners or higher, class points are dropped and
the dog is awarded the number of points indicated on the following schedule.
Dogs Defeated
Points
Entered and Competed (no NQ/DQ)
3
Class Winner
(As indicated by * based on number of dogs
defeated)
9*
1-
5 Dogs Defeated
6 - 10 Dogs Defeated
12*
11 - 15 Dogs Defeated
14*
16 - 20 Dogs Defeated
16*
21 or More Defeated
18*
Reserve Winners
19
Winners Dog/Bitch; Best Veteran; Best Puppy
in Sweeps; Best Cardigan in Megan
Best of Winners; Best Puppy
20
Award of Merit
22
Select Dog/Select Bitch
23
Best of Opposite Sex
24
Best of Breed
25 (Maximum)
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Tie Breakers
In the event of a tie score, the following criteria shall be used.
1. If more than three (3) events are entered and competed in, the highest points earned for
those events will be added to the total compiled Triathlon points.
2. If a tie still exists, or no Cardigan competed in more than three (3) events, bonus points
will be added to the tied scores based on level of competition in each event participated
in by the Cardigan. The highest class competed in will be used regardless if that score
was used in the original calculation and points added based on the following chart:
Bonus
Points
Agility
Obedience
Rally
Tracking
Herding
Conformation
4
Excellent/
Master
Utility
Excellent
VST
Advanced
Best of Breed
3
Open
Open
Advanced
TDX
Intermediate
Best of Opposite
2
Novice
Beginner
Novice
Novice
TD
Started
Best of Winners
1
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PT/HT
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Procedures
1. A Triathlon Committee with a minimum of three members will be responsible for ensuring
that the appropriate classes that qualify for the event, the registration form, and all
information concerning the event is made available on a timely basis for inclusion in the
National Specialty publications and web site.
2. The Triathlon Coordinator or his/her designee is responsible for tracking and verifying the
scores for entries in each of the events and provide daily tallies and update the score
sheets on a timely basis.
3. The Triathlon Coordinator or his/her designee will maintain all the records for the
competition for the appropriate length of time.
4. Any errors in scoring MUST be reported to the Triathlon Coordinator within 12 hours after
posting of event results with exception of completion held on the last day of the National
Specialty. On the last day, errors must be reported within 1 hour after posting. If not
reported, the posted score stands.
5. All decisions by the Triathlon Coordinator and/or the National Specialty Performance
Chairperson are final.
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