Fun Match Job Ring Steward

FUN MATCH JOB DESCRIPTION – RING STEWARD
    • We teach these duties on the job.  Generally you:
      • Take directions from the Judge.
      • Assist the Table Steward as needed.
    • BEGINNER NOVICE RING STEWARD – One worker
      • Keep the aisle-way clear – no crowding at the gate.  
        • Shawn will explain further.
      • Check with the Table Steward to keep track of the running order.
    • NOVICE RING STEWARD – One worker
      • Depending on the judge’s preference, you might need to take the leash from the handler and set it on the gate just prior to Stand-for-Exam.
        • Be sure to pay attention to the run in the ring and be READY when the judge needs you.
      • Assist the Table Steward with getting handler-dog teams lined up for Sits & Downs.
    • OPEN RING STEWARD – Two workers
      • Worker #1 – adjusts Broad Jump for each run.
      • Worker #2 – adjusts High Jump for each run.
      • The Table Steward will know the jump height for each dog.
        • There is a Jump Height Chart on the Table to help figure out height changes.
      • This job requires a lot of moving around to change jumps (bending & light lifting) and walking in and out of the ring.
    • UTILITY RING STEWARD – Two workers
      • Worker #1 – adjusts one jump and sets out Scent Articles for each run.
      • Worker #2 – adjust the other jump and sets out Gloves for each run.
      • Handlers bring their own gloves and articles.
        • The Judge will explain which scent article to NOT TOUCH – and how to set out the articles on the floor.
      • This job requires a lot of moving around to change jumps and set out scent articles and gloves on the floor (bending, squatting, stretching & light lifting) along with walking in and out of the ring.