OK, so you've beaten everyone at home in your garage and you've trashed your workmates in the lunchroom. It's time to move up to the big time - but you're nervous about embarrassing yourself in front of all those tournament veterans.

Fear not, oh young padawan. As a battle-scarred competitor myself, I'm here to pass on a few of the first tournament do's, don'ts and details that will help you relax and enjoy the thrill of your first competition.