This was my first display at a National convention. I was the only Junior there again, so naturally I landed the 1st Place Junior with no problem. The surprise came, however, when they also awarded me the Show Hosts' Choice Award!

From left to right: Dave Hall, me, Dwayne Anthony. Dave and Dwayne were the show hosts. On the left is my 1st Place Junior plaque and on the right is my Show Hosts' Choice award, a marble desk pen set.