Yes spud, that is kind of where I'm going with this idea.  I mean, there are a half a dozen or so builders here who will possibly (and undoubtedly), sweep the placings year after year if they choose to enter.  Don't get me wrong, I'm ecstatic that we have a handful of members here at SMA that are quite literally, world class modellers!  It's been nothing but beneficial to the site and personally, I've learned a ton from these guys! Extremely valuable to have the examples and resources some guys contribute...No doubt about it.   BUT...As far as the SMA contest is concerned, it could eventually get a little disheartening for the mere mortals who participate.  I Don't think whether or not a person is on the administration enters into it.