{"id":307886,"date":"2025-11-21T05:14:38","date_gmt":"2025-11-21T05:14:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/peraltafinancing.com\/recipes\/category-a-b\/barbecue\/how-to-cook-a-winning-sca-steak\/"},"modified":"2025-11-21T05:14:38","modified_gmt":"2025-11-21T05:14:38","slug":"how-to-cook-a-winning-sca-steak","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fivemor.com\/?p=307886","title":{"rendered":"How To Cook a Winning SCA Steak"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div xmlns:default=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\">\n<div class=\"dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden\" style=\"display: none;\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steak-2-683x1024.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steak-2.jpg\" alt=\"A grilled SCA Steak with crosshatch grill marks cooks on a barbecue grate. Overlaid text reads, How to Cook an SCA Steak. Winning tips from a 2x World Champ. Grill Girl.\" class=\"skip-lazy a3-notlazy no-lazyload dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-inner  dpsp-post-pinterest-image-hidden-single\" data-no-lazy=\"1\"\/><\/div>\n<p class=\"dpsp-share-text \" style=\"margin-bottom:10px\">\n\t\tSupport &amp; Share \ud83d\udc47\t<\/p>\n<p>If you want to cook an award-winning SCA Steak, well look no further, I\u2019ve paired up with one of my grilling besties, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/sunnylynn_grilledfit\/\">Sunny Moody<\/a>, who is a two time \ud83c\udfc6 World Foods Steak Champion, who shares ALL her secrets!! Here is the play by play on how to cook an SCA steak!!\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019ve ever attended a <a href=\"https:\/\/steakcookoffs.com\/\">Steak Cookoff Association<\/a> (SCA) event, you know it\u2019s no joke. Competitors travel from all over the world, fire up their grills, and turn in ribeyes that are judged on taste, tenderness, and appearance. The difference between winning and losing often comes down to the tiniest details\u2014like whether you remembered to pull out a cocktail pin before turn-in.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<p>\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Cook a Winning SCA Steak with 2X World Champ Sunny Moody | GrillGirl Robyn Lindars\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LNIYfeH2Mj0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\"><em><strong>So what does it actually take to cook a championship Steak Cookoffs steak? Here\u2019s a breakdown of competition-style ribeye grilling that you can use whether you\u2019re chasing a trophy or just chasing compliments at your next backyard cookout.<\/strong><\/em> \ud83d\udc47<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"A smiling woman wearing a Grilling Badass shirt and green gloves proudly holds an SCA Steak above a barbecue grill outdoors, with picnic tables, food, and a cooler in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505543 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-767x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-768x1025.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-1151x1536.jpg 1151w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-1080x1441.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-400x534.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307.jpg 1439w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"767\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"767\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-767x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A smiling woman wearing a Grilling Badass shirt and green gloves proudly holds an SCA Steak above a barbecue grill outdoors, with picnic tables, food, and a cooler in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-768x1025.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-1151x1536.jpg 1151w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-1080x1441.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-400x534.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307.jpg 1439w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 767px) 100vw, 767px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1307.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Sunny Moody is a two time World Champion Steak Winner. In this photo she is doing steak tutorials at my last Women\u2019s Griling Clinic.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-1-selecting-the-right-steak\">\ud83e\udd69 <strong>Step 1: Selecting the Right Steak<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>In most SCA events, ribeyes are provided by the organizer, and competitors \u201cdraft\u201d their cuts. But whether you\u2019re on the circuit or shopping at the butcher, here\u2019s what to look for:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Marbling:<\/strong> Fat equals flavor. A well-marbled steak cooks juicier and tastes better.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Complexus Muscle:<\/strong> Look for the ribeye with all three muscle groups (spinalis, longissimus, and complexus). Judges love the tenderness and balance of this \u201ctri-heart\u201d cut.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Even Thickness:<\/strong> A consistent 1\u00bc\u201d cut cooks more evenly and looks better on the plate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"A group of people stand around a table outdoors covered with raw SCA Steak steaks. A sign on the table reads 76 to 100. Some people are holding trays, and tents are visible in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505546 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A group of people stand around a table outdoors covered with raw SCA Steak steaks. A sign on the table reads 76 to 100. Some people are holding trays, and tents are visible in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-2-1.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Steak Selection at the Shed Steak Showdown in Ocean Springs, MS.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-2-trimming-and-tying\">\ud83d\udd2a <strong>Step 2: Trimming and Tying<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve got selected your ribeye, it\u2019s time to clean it up.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Trim:<\/strong> Remove the fat \u201ctail\u201d and any thick outer fat that won\u2019t render. This prevents flare-ups and chewy bites.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Tie &amp; Secure:<\/strong> Use butcher\u2019s twine to shape your steak into a neat \u201cfootball\u201d for presentation. Many cooks also use <strong>turkey skewers or cocktail pins<\/strong> to hold the spinalis and complexus tight against the longissimus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>\u26a0\ufe0f Important:<\/strong> Always remove skewers and twine before turn-in. Leaving them in is an automatic DQ in SCA competitions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"Two images labeled Before and After. The top shows a large raw SCA Steak and a knife on a blue cutting board. The bottom shows the same steak, now expertly cut into a thick round piece, resting on the board.\" class=\"wp-image-505548 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-683x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-767x1151.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"683\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Two images labeled Before and After. The top shows a large raw SCA Steak and a knife on a blue cutting board. The bottom shows the same steak, now expertly cut into a thick round piece, resting on the board.\" class=\"wp-image-505548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-767x1151.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-150x225.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-3-seasoning-like-a-champion\">\ud83e\uddc2<strong>Step 3: Seasoning Like a Champion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Competition cooks often layer multiple rubs to hit all the flavor notes: sweet, salty, spicy, savory, umami, and even a hint of bitterness. A popular combo\u00a0 Sunny recommends includes:<\/p>\n<p>At home, you can simplify with a mix of kosher salt, cracked black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a dash of mushroom powder or parmesan for umami.\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Pro tip:<\/strong> Season your steak at least an hour before grilling. This lets osmosis pull the flavors deep into the meat.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"A raw, seasoned SCA Steak rests on a red cutting board, covered with a generous layer of salt and pepper. A few pieces of trimmed meat and a metal utensil are visible near the bottom right corner.\" class=\"wp-image-505549 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A raw, seasoned SCA Steak rests on a red cutting board, covered with a generous layer of salt and pepper. A few pieces of trimmed meat and a metal utensil are visible near the bottom right corner.\" class=\"wp-image-505549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9686.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-4-prepping-the-grill\">\ud83d\udd25 <strong>Step 4: Prepping the Grill<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Never Use lighter fluid<\/strong>\u2014it leaves off-flavors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">GrillGrates<\/a><\/strong> for even temps and beautiful crosshatch grill marks. They run about 100\u00b0F hotter than the grate surface and can be flipped for flat-top cooking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Target heat:<\/strong> 575\u2013610\u00b0F surface temperature for searing. Check the <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">GRILLGRATES<\/a> temp to be in that range before putting on your steaks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"A charcoal grill with its lid open sits by a pool, smoke rising from a chimney starter inside\u2014perfect for your next SCA Steak cook-off. A pot rests on the shelf below, framed by trees in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505550 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A charcoal grill with its lid open sits by a pool, smoke rising from a chimney starter inside\u2014perfect for your next SCA Steak cook-off. A pot rests on the shelf below, framed by trees in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/sca-steaks-1.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">For an SCA cook you will need a charcoal grill capable of two zone cooking, a chimney starter, <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">grillgrates<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/Thermapen\" title=\"Thermapen (New)\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">thermapen<\/a>, and an inverted aluminum pan or elevated steak rack.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-5-preheating-the-steak\">\ud83e\udd69 <strong>Step 5: Preheating the Steak<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>One of the biggest secrets? Don\u2019t throw a cold steak on the grill.<\/p>\n<p>Bring your ribeye up to <strong>90\u2013100\u00b0F internally<\/strong> before searing. This creates more even cooking and helps you nail the target internal temp.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ways to preheat:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Low oven (around 180\u00b0F)<\/li>\n<li>Smoker set low (without smoke exposure)<\/li>\n<li>Or even Sunny\u2019s fun hack: leave it in a covered pan on your car dashboard on a hot day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-6-grill-set-up-and-equipment\">\ud83c\udf21\ufe0f Step 6: Grill Set up and Equipment<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grill Set Up:<\/strong> Set your PK or charcoal grill of choice for two zone grilling<\/li>\n<li><strong>Charcoal:<\/strong> Use Briquettes for even cooking<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a chimney starter<\/strong> to get your coals going, they are ready when the charcoal is ashed over at the top<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a <a href=\"https:\/\/thermoworks.sjv.io\/XmkvYa\">Thermapen<\/a> for checking your internal temps<\/strong> and a phone and or timer for timing your steak cook<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a grill rack or inverted aluminum pan<\/strong> for letting the steaks come to temp after sear marks have been achieved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-7-grilling-the-sca-steak-temps-to-look-for\">\ud83d\udd25 Step 7: Grilling the SCA Steak, Temps to Look For<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grill Temp:<\/strong> The target temp for the charcoal should be 450-500 degrees, using <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">GRILLGRATES<\/a><\/strong> which add an additional 100 degrees.\u00a0<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fat of choice:<\/strong> Swipe duck fat on your <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">GrillGrates<\/a> with a paper towel before searing (don\u2019t spray directly\u2014fire hazard).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Grill the Steaks to form a cross hatch:<\/strong> Grill the steaks for one minute and ten seconds before rotating to the other side to form a cross hatch. Method: You want to lay the steaks down on the <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">GRILLGRATES<\/a>, rotate for marks, flip, and repeat. Consistency counts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Clean the <a href=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/GRILLGRATES\" title=\"GRILLGRATES\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\" rel=\"\">GrillGrates<\/a> in between flipping<\/strong> you want to clean the grill grate with your grill brush to ensure it is clean and will not stick and mess your char marks. Repeat this process 4 times so that each side of the steak has a perfect cross hatch. Watch the attached video to see this method.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let the grill come to temp<\/strong>: After grilling to form cross-hatch marks, if your steak is still not to 135, let it continue to come to temp on indirect heat using an inverted foil pan or a grill raise insert\u00a0on the indirect side. This simulates oven cooking coming to temp but without being directly over the fire.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Internal temp goals:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Competition turn-in:<\/strong> Pull at 135\u00b0F (perfect medium).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Backyard medium-rare fans:<\/strong> Pull at 123\u2013125\u00b0F, rest, and slice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignwide size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"A hand checks the temperature of a grilled hamburger patty with a digital thermometer reading 181\u00b0F. The patty sits on a foil-covered grill, SCA Steak style, while a metal spatula rests nearby and smoke rises from the grill.\" class=\"wp-image-505552 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A hand checks the temperature of a grilled hamburger patty with a digital thermometer reading 181\u00b0F. The patty sits on a foil-covered grill, SCA Steak style, while a metal spatula rests nearby and smoke rises from the grill.\" class=\"wp-image-505552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9701.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-step-8-butter-finish-and-resting\">\ud83e\uddc8 Step 8: Butter Finish and Resting<\/h2>\n<p>As soon as the steak comes off the grill, top it with plain butter (or compound butter at home). Let it rest for at least 10 minutes. This locks in juices and adds a velvety finish.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" alt=\"A hand holds a juicy, medium-cooked SCA Steak slice over a wooden cutting board, with more sliced pieces nearby and a bowl of melted butter with a spoon in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505553 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1024x576.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1600x900.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630.jpg 1920w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"1024\" data-eio-rheight=\"576\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"A hand holds a juicy, medium-cooked SCA Steak slice over a wooden cutting board, with more sliced pieces nearby and a bowl of melted butter with a spoon in the background.\" class=\"wp-image-505553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1600x900.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-767x431.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-400x225.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_1630.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Butter and Steak are a beautiful combo. \ud83e\udd69\ud83e\uddc8<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-championship-takeaways\">\ud83c\udfc6 <strong>Championship Takeaways<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Cooking an SCA-worthy steak is all about <strong>precision and consistency<\/strong>. From the way you trim and tie, to seasoning layers, to preheating and searing temps\u2014every detail matters.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Competition steak = showpiece:<\/strong> perfect shape, grill marks, medium doneness, clean bite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Backyard steak = personal touch:<\/strong> more freedom with rubs, temps, and butter flavors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re turning in to a panel of judges or serving family at the picnic table, these steps will take your ribeye game from good to championship-level.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"765\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"An SCA Steak with prominent crosshatch grill marks is held above a barbecue grill by a person wearing a black heat-resistant glove. A metal spatula rests nearby, hinting at a perfectly executed grilling technique.\" class=\"wp-image-505554 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-765x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-765x1024.jpg 765w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-768x1028.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-1147x1536.jpg 1147w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-1080x1446.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-767x1027.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-400x536.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-150x201.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712.jpg 1290w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"765\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"765\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-765x1024.jpg\" alt=\"An SCA Steak with prominent crosshatch grill marks is held above a barbecue grill by a person wearing a black heat-resistant glove. A metal spatula rests nearby, hinting at a perfectly executed grilling technique.\" class=\"wp-image-505554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-765x1024.jpg 765w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-768x1028.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-1147x1536.jpg 1147w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-1080x1446.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-767x1027.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-400x536.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712-150x201.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712.jpg 1290w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 765px) 100vw, 765px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_5712.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-shoppable-list-of-supplies-needed\">\ud83d\uded2 Shoppable List of Supplies Needed<\/h2>\n<p>Follow Sunny for more Championships tips @sunnymoody_grilledfit. And if you are serious about winning on the SCA circuit, I recommend taking the judging class so you know exaclty what the judges are looking for. This will also give you the opportunity to judge SCA steak comps in the future, which is a steak lovers dream!! \ud83e\udd69<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" alt=\"A certificate and name badge for Robyn Lindars, showing they are a certified SCA Steak judge for the Steak Cookoff Association, displayed on a blue and white checkered tablecloth. The certificate is dated January 23, 2020.\" class=\"wp-image-505559 lazyload\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-768x1024.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443.jpg 1440w\" data-sizes=\"auto\" data-eio-rwidth=\"768\" data-eio-rheight=\"1024\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"A certificate and name badge for Robyn Lindars, showing they are a certified SCA Steak judge for the Steak Cookoff Association, displayed on a blue and white checkered tablecloth. The certificate is dated January 23, 2020.\" class=\"wp-image-505559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-1080x1440.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-767x1023.jpg 767w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-400x533.jpg 400w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-640x853.jpg 640w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443-150x200.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443.jpg 1440w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/grillgirl.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/IMG_9443.jpg\" data-eio=\"l\"\/><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Did this article help you cook a winning SCA Steak? 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