Underhogs cook up something tasty

Iola High's Underhogs made their first-ever appearance as a team at a national barbecue competition, taking 30th in Branson earlier this summer.

July 19, 2024 - 3:19 PM

The Iola Underhogs barbecue team finished 30th out of 55 teams at the National High School BBQ Association National Championship in June in Branson, Mo. From left are Alston Nelson, Franklin Kerr, Mahala Burris, Zach Pfaff, Sarah Ross and Joe Holding. Courtesy photo

Iola High School’s inaugural appearance at a national barbecue competition netted a 30th place finish out of 55 teams. The team is planning a fundraising dinner at the Iola Elks Lodge on Aug. 9.

Coach Doug Kerr gave USD 257 board members an update on the contest, which took place June 6-9 in Branson, Mo. IHS started a new barbecue club, Iola Underhogs, during the spring semester by joining the Kansas High School BBQ Association. The state organization also is new. A National High School BBQ Association was founded in 2018 by a Texas barbecue fan, chef and educator, Mike…

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