I have a few trophies I really treasure because of the memories and competition, mostly though, I have begun to think of trophies as "mementos" or souvenirs of the match etc. That way I am less bothered by a participation trophy I may win by some kind of default. Probably as a result of shooting so many years with so few in my category.
It isn't so much about placement as it is about how I feel about the match and the fun factor.
Doc Nelson