South Carolina Auctioneers Association

10/22/2026

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE SSA GRADUATING CLASS!

Please join us in congratulating the newest graduates of the Southeastern School of Auctioneering!

These graduates have taken an exciting step toward their future in the auction industry, and we can’t wait to see all they accomplish! Wishing each of you success as you begin this next chapter.

10/05/2026

10/05/2026

The stage is set, and the cattle are ready! 🎤

The second qualifying event for the 2027 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship (WLAC) kicks off TODAY at 1:00 p.m. ET at Saluda Livestock Exchange!

Can’t join us in person? Tune in LIVE on our YouTube channel, , https://youtube.com/live/7rRp-_cYsDw?feature=share and watch the action unfold as contestants compete for a spot in the Top 10 and a chance to advance to the 2027 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship in June!

Good luck to all of the contestants!

Who are you cheering for? 👇 Drop your favorite contestant’s name in the comments and show them some support!

10/01/2026

One microphone. One opportunity. A shot at the World Championship.

The journey continues at Saluda Livestock Exchange in Saluda, South Carolina, as auctioneers step up to compete for one of 10 coveted spots in the 2027 World Livestock Auctioneer Championship.

Every bid matters. Every chant matters. And every competitor will be giving it their all for the chance to advance to livestock marketing's biggest stage in June 2027.

📍 Saluda Livestock Exchange | Saluda, SC
⏰ Sale starts at 1:00 p.m. ET

Be there to catch the action or watch live on the LMA YouTube channel:

👏 Good luck to all of our competitors!

Cattlemen's Livestock Market

09/24/2026

09/21/2026

09/18/2026

🔨 SAVE THE DATE! 🔨

The South Carolina Auctioneers Association Convention & Contest is coming to Columbia, South Carolina!

📅 February 21–23, 2027
📍 Columbia, SC

Get ready for a great event filled with education, networking, competition, and opportunities to connect with fellow auction professionals!

Mark your calendars and make plans to join us!

More information in the comments below.

08/21/2026

🚨 LAST CALL, AUCTIONEERS! 🚨

There’s still time to throw your hat in the ring for the Battle of the Bluegrass! 🏆

Registration closes TODAY — Friday, August 21 at 6:00 PM ET!

📍 Louisville, Kentucky

TONIGHT — August 21
Contestant Check-In | 6:00 PM (if you are unable to attend, please let us know so that we can check in your auction items)
Crowne Plaza
830 Phillips Lane
Louisville, KY

TOMORROW — August 22
Contestant Meeting | 10:00 AM
Battle of the Bluegrass Competition to follow at 11:00 AM
Kentucky State Fair
937 Phillips Lane
Louisville, KY

Whether you’ve been planning to compete or you’ve been waiting for a sign to jump in at the last minute — THIS IS IT.

Get registered, get to Louisville and come battle it out in the Bluegrass!

👇 Everything you need is in the comments — contestant booklet, registration, contest information, hotel details and rules!