Wherever the barbecue is, that’s where these teams will be

By , Daily Memphian Updated: May 15, 2026 3:33 PM CT | Published: May 15, 2026 3:33 PM CT

For some barbecue teams, the annual Memphis competition is mostly about spending time with family and friends.

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Sophia Surrett

Sophia Surrett

Sophia Surrett is a University of Alabama graduate, where she received her B.A. in news media and M.A. in journalism and media studies. She has been with The Daily Memphian since July 2023, first starting as a business reporter covering various beats. Now, she covers food, restaurants, and hospitality and tourism.


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