Frequently Asked Questions

What is the U.S. Pizza Team?

• The U.S. Pizza Team is a group of pizza makers and dough acrobats whose goal is to bring the world's attention to the talent and camaraderie of the pizza industry.

What is the World Pizza Championship?

• An International competition where over 20 countries meet to compete in 5 pizza related competitions each year in Italy.

What are the categories of competition?

• Fastest pizza Maker, Largest Dough Stretch, Freestyle Dough Tossing, Team Acrobatic and Best Pizza

When did the U.S. Pizza Team become involved in the World Pizza Championship?

• 2000

How many awards has the U.S. Pizza Team won?

• 6 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze

How many people compete in the World Pizza Championship?

• 400-500 people from 20 countries

How do you travel to the World Pizza Championship as a spectator?

• Contact Caroline Felker at Caroline@pmq.com

What is the America's Plate?

• It is an international pizza cooking contest that features champions from all over the world. For more information click here.

What is the American Pizza Championship?

• After many regionals and trials from all over the country, the winners come together at the New York Pizza Show in March to determine who will represent the United States in the America's Plate Competition. For more information click here.

How does someone compete?

• Contact Liz Barrett, liz@pmq.com or click here for rules and registration.

Has the U.S. Pizza Team appeared on T.V.?

• Yes, Ellen Degeneres Show, ESPN, ESPN2, CNN, CBS, Food Networks “Pizza Challenge.” “10,000 Pizza Challenge” and “Paula’s Party” History Channel’s “American Eats Series” Good Morning America, Martha Stewart, WPIX, Nickelodeon and Oprah.

How do you determine how many slots are available on the team?

• The number of slots are determined by how many competitions are held.  Our network of competitions grows every year and it will continue to grow there is are slots available for the US Pizza Team Trials in Orlando and New York

What do you get when you win a slot on the team?

• You win a trip to Italy and sometimes New York.   Also you get unbelievable publicity from your local media.

How can team members or competitors capitalize on publicity?

• click here

What is Throw Dough?

• click here

How can I get U.S. Pizza Team merchandise?

• click here