Consistency in judging is critical for fair competition, and the rankings indicate a strong reliance on a core group of experienced officials. Sweden stands out as the primary source of high-volume judges, suggesting a robust infrastructure for officiating at national and international levels.

Top Judges by Event Count

The following table outlines the most active judges based on the number of events they have adjudicated. Tobias Sjöberg leads the list with 10 events, followed closely by Amanda Sjölander and Emma Broberg.

The concentration of Swedish judges in the top tier suggests a high standard of training and deployment for officials in this region. Handlers competing in these regions benefit from the familiarity and consistency provided by this experienced pool.

Venue Activity: German Hubs Drive Volume

While judging is dominated by Sweden, the sheer volume of events is concentrated heavily in Germany. The most active venues serve as critical hubs for training and competition, offering handlers frequent opportunities to test their skills on various surfaces.

Most Active Venues

Preith in Germany leads all locations with 158 recorded events. This is followed by Höhr-Grenzhausen (102) and Hohenlockstedt (98). The dominance of German venues in this ranking underscores the country’s role as a logistical engine for the sport in Central Europe.

It is worth noting that while Germany holds the top five spots, Barcelona represents a significant Spanish presence with 68 events. This indicates a strong secondary hub in Southern Europe, providing vital competition options for handlers outside the Central European cluster.

National Outlook: Upcoming Event Volume

Looking forward, the distribution of upcoming events highlights which national programs are gearing up for a busy season. Germany continues to lead significantly, with 1,216 upcoming events scheduled. Finland follows at a considerable distance with 699, and Great Britain holds the third position with 558.

• Germany (DE): 1,216 upcoming events
• Finland (FI): 699 upcoming events
• Great Britain (GB): 558 upcoming events
• France (FR): 266 upcoming events
• Switzerland (CH): 220 upcoming events

The gap between the top three and the rest of the field is substantial, suggesting that handlers in Germany, Finland, and Great Britain will have significantly more opportunities to gain experience points and compete at higher grades this year.

Key Numbers

• 158: The highest number of events recorded at a single venue (Preith, DE).
• 10: The maximum number of events judged by a single individual (Tobias Sjöberg, SE).
• 1,216: The total count of upcoming events in Germany, the most active national program.

Conclusion

The current data paints a picture of a sport with deep regional specialties: Swedish judging excellence, German venue volume, and Finnish competitive frequency. As handlers plan their seasons, targeting these high-activity regions will likely provide the best environment for developing speed, accuracy, and championship-level performance. The trajectory of European agility is clearly moving toward increased density in central hubs, promising a more competitive and dynamic landscape for the coming year.