Great comments!
Critical point is being perceived as knowing how to "play the game" or being a professional.
For example, I think a whole chicken is most attractive and I don't have a problem with getting dark and white meat cooked just right. However, judges may be of the school that says "what's this team thinking cooking a whole chicken" and not giving it much of an appearance chance. Of couse dissecting skills are a must.
How do wings fear?
How do cornish hens fear?
Tom, please explain the judge classification CBJ, Master?
Thanks!