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Res. Supreme Champion & Champion Shorthorn Heifer, 2014 Permian Basin Fair Champion Shorthorn Heifer, 2014 Tri-State Fair, Jr. Show Champion Shorthorn Heifer, 2014 Tri-State Fair, Open Res. Division Champion, 2014 TX Jr. Preview Show
3rd Overall & Champion MaineTainer Heifer, 2014 Kansas Beef Expo, Ring B 4th Overall & Champion MaineTainer Heifer, 2014 Kansas Beef Expo, Ring A 4th Overall & Champion MaineTainer Heifer, 2014 NE AGR
5th Overall Heifer, 2014 Syracuse Ring A Supreme Champion KS Heifer, 2014 KS Beef Expo, Ring B Res. Champion F. Simmental Heifer, 2014 Syracuse, Both Rings
Champion Shorthorn Heifer, 2014 Glen Rose BOTC Res. Champion Shorthorn Heifer, 2014 Winter Buckle Bonanza Denton
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2015 STOCK SHOW EDITION 路 ISSUE 40
Show Results
102 American Royal 142 NAILE 165 Badger Kick-Off Classic 168 TJLA Fall Classic 176 Arkansas State Fair 178 Western Nugget 182 NECC Classic 184 Michigan Winter Classic 187 AGR Holiday Classic 192 Hoosier Beef Congress 196 Heart of it All 200 Miner County Calf Show 202 Riley Round Up for MS 204 Sneak-A-Peek Preview
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On The Cover This issue features not 1, not 2, but 3 covers! Italian Stallion, Outlaw, Royal Rumble, Outshine the Master and many of Matt Lautner Cattle's top sires and winners are featured. Visit mattlautnercattle.com for the latest updates and look for MLC in Denver!
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16 From The Editor 17 About Us 19 From Our Readers 22 News 30 Page Thirty 35 Big Picture: MO 36 Big Picture: KY 41 Kirk's Tip 62 Fall Harvest Photos 81 Recipe: Bucks 88 Burt's Best Bites 216 Funtimes 222 Faces and Places 235 By The Numbers 237 Showtimes App 244 Hall of Fame 248 Show Mom 260 Upcoming Events 262 Church Sign 263 Livestock Judging 264 Ashley Judge 265 NAILE Judging 279 Save The Cowboy 288 Covers 299 After The Show
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Tres Rios Silver Buckle Up
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Harley Sargent Meet The Exhibitor
Caitlyn Oschner Dream Big
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he 2015 National Western Stock Show has arrived! No one covers Denver like The Showtimes Magazine. We spend the entire month of January covering the National Western. From our App, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Blog, to capturing photos and videos for our next issue and Show Center, we are there everyday capturing you. The unique advantage of Denver is that every few days an entire new set of exhibitors arrive. Be sure to follow us online as we cover everything from the breeding cattle shows and junior market shows, to the yards and herd sires! It doesn't get any bigger than this! The Jan/Feb 2015 Stock Show Edition is packed full of exciting content. You won't want to miss our 2015 Stock Show Preview where we get you ready for Denver, Fort Worth and Houston. Plus, check out our Faces and Places from the American Royal and NAILE!
We introduce our first Hall of Fame Member of 2015 on page 240. This issue also includes many great features from an article on Harley Sargent and Caitlyn Oschner to over 100 pages of Show Results from the Fall Shows! We always like to do something special for our Stock Show Edition. There is nothing more exciting than kicking off a new year with a unique cover. For this issue we decided to feature not one, not two, but three covers! We have many big plans for this year! We hope you enjoy our Jan/ Feb 2015 Stock Show Edition! We look forward to seeing all of you in Denver at the National Western. Be sure to stop by our booths on the hill, in the yards and by our stall in the herdsire displays. Happy New Year,
Brian J. Reid Owner/Editor
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Texas A&M, Brant Poe, TX
Thank you guys so much for including Texas A&M in the Nov/ Dec Livestock Judging portion of the magazine! You guys have not only created an awesome magazine full of great information and the best of the best livestock, but you make certain that the exhibitor still remains the focal point! Your interest in the sport of livestock judging is greatly appreciated. Both in the article and in sponsoring the team banners at the banquets.
ON THE MAP: NEW SUBSCRIBERS
The Showtimes welcomes new subscribers! In each issue we will feature 10 of our new subscribers on our map! a) Michael Twillmann // Kalispell, MT
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I wanted to personally thank y'all for putting me on the cover of the Nov/ Dec Edition! It has been one of my many livestock dreams (my list is really long), and you made it come true! Thank y'all for all that you do for this industry! Hope to see you guys soon, and can't wait for Blackout 3!
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BLACKOUT JACKPOT 3 TO BE HELD IN MARCH 2015 We are excited to announce the Blackout Jackpot 3! The Showtimes Magazine's steer and heifer jackpot returns March 20-22, 2015 at The Ranch in Loveland, Colorado. It will once again be held with the CSU Green and Gold Showdown. This will be a 2 ring show (Green and Gold Ring and Blackout Ring) with the heifers showing on Saturday and the steers showing on Sunday. Brad Winegardner, OH will judge the heifer show and Matt Leo, CA will sort the steers. Be sure to look for our ad on page 25! Awards include prize money, buckles, banners, show sticks, combs, buckets and more! We look forward to working with Shane Bedwell and CSU on this big jackpot weekend!
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The Showtimes is honored to have Tres Rios Silver advertise in all 40 issues of our magazine. They are the only company that has advertised in every single issue of The Showtimes! We greatly appreciate your support! From our very first issue that was unproven and only 32 pages, to this issue that is 328 pages, Tres Rios Silver was there. They are an outstanding company and have made many of our buckles over the years! We have worked with them to make buckles for the Blackout Jackpot, Ak-Sar-Ben, Adams County Fair and the Colorado State Fair just to name a few. Be sure to read their article on page 300.
COWBOY CHURCH AT THE NATIONAL WESTERN If you are in Denver for one of the three Sundays during the National Western Stock Show, be sure to take the time to attend Cowboy Church. Sunday, January 11 Fellowship of Christian Cowboys 10:00 AM - Centennial Room Sunday, January 18 Founders Memorial 10:00 AM - Denver Coliseum Sunday, January 25 Fellowship of Christian Cowboys 10:00 AM - Denver Coliseum
THE SHOWTIMES SPONSORS MEMORIAL JACKPOT The Showtimes Magazine is sponsoring the SDSU Block & Bridle and AGR Jackrabbit Meorial Show in honor of Nick Reimann, Brent Beitelspacher, Logan Rau, DJ Fischer and Lisa Johnson. The show will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2015 in Brookings, South Dakota. Be sure to check out the show's ad on page 257.
THE SHOWTIMES 2015 CALENDAR AND MEDIA KIT Look for your free copy of our 2015 Calendar and Media Kit at the National Western Stock Show this January! The Calendar highlights 12 of the photos we captured this past year at shows across the country from the Illinois State Fair, to the American Royal. Plus, view our 2015 Media Kit for all of our upcoming ad
deadlines, sizes and rates. The 2015 Calendar and Media Kit will be available in Denver while supplies last!
SHOWIN' FOR SCOTT ONLINE FUNDRAISER TO BE HELD ON FEBRUARY 18, 2015 Scott Leemon has AML leukemia, subtype is M4 (inversion of the 16th chromosome). The good news is that this particular type is easier to successfully treat than some of the other types. On February, 18, 2015 on cwcattlesales.com an online fundraiser auction (Showin' for Scott) will be held in order to generate funding for the family. Currently, donations are being accepted. Please contact Emily Adcock at emily.adcock13@ gmail.com or personal message her on Facebook for questions or donation inquiries. God Bless!
SHOW CENTER VIDEOS We've recently added 4 new videos to our YouTube page our new Showtimes App, and website! Colorado State Fair Pueblo, Colorado Ak-Sar-Ben Omaha, Nebraska American Royal Kansas City, Missouri NAILE Louisville, Kentucky Look for our next Show Center from the NWSS in Denver!
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2000 Chad Day
Tipton, IN
1984 Steve Herzog
Sealy, TX
2001 Jaclyn Harrod
Mineral Point, WI
1986 Brandon Horn
Lookeba, OK
2002 Tana Shepard
Wheatland, WY
1987 Shawn Sparks
Alex, OK
2003 Jonathan Gevelinger
Mineral Point, WI
1988 Doug Washam
Lubbock, OK
2004 Zane Drager
Clovis, NM
1989 Quentin Harper
Gruver, TX
2005 Amanda Schnoor
Chowchilla, CA
1990 David Bradford
Algona, IA
2006 Stetson Copus
Burkburnett, TX
1991 Sheffield Wise
Brownwood, TX
2007 Lance Unger
Carlisle, IN
1992 Jerry D. Tucker
Lindsay, OK
2008 Shelby Kroupa
White Lake, SD
1993 Randy Rash
Crockett, TX
2009 Ky Stierwalt
Leedey, OK
1994 Sara Lewis
Magnolia, TX
2010 Sydney Schnoor
Chowchilla, CA
1996 Dustin Glover
Elgin, OK
2011 Brock May
Mineral Point, WI
1997 Justin Lauridson
Brighton, CO
2012 Baylor Bonham
Newcastle, OK
1998 Stacy Knight
Crane, TX
2013 Shilo Schaake
Westmoreland, KS
1999 Eric Baudino
Mazon, IL
2014 Baylor Bonham
Newcastle, OK
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Shining the Spotlight on the
ALJA Annual
Heifer Raffle
Beau Jangles
GMC Junior's Jingle • DOB: April 28, 2014 GMC Junior’s Jingle is sired by Beau Jangles and out of a Mr. Rib daughter. This fancy heifer comes with a high amount of eye appeal. Thank you to Grass Master Cattle for generously donating her to the American Lowline Junior Association (ALJA).
2014-2015 ALJA Board Members President - Courteney Walker
Cell: (575) 840-7444 Email: courteneyw@cableone.com
Vice President - Danielle Henning Treasurer - Brice Hanlon Secretary - Bridgett Hoffmann Reporter - Dayna Dodd Historian - Molly Hougham
ALJA Annual Heifer Raffle Details • All proceeds from this raffle will go to benefit the programs of the ALJA. • Raffle tickets may be purchased for $25 per ticket or five tickets for $100. Tickets may be purchased online at www.usa-lowline.org or from any ALJA member.
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For questions, contact Courteney, Molly or Shea.
• The winning ticket will be selected at the Lowline National Show in Denver at the National Western Stock Show. Need not be present to win.
the big picture
HIGH ABOVE KANSAS CITY This photo was captured with The Showtimes Phantom in Kansas City, Missouri this past October! Not only did The Showtimes Phantom capture awesome video for Show Center, we were also able to share with you this cool photo. Pictured is the American Royal above the show. From the barns of the American Royal to the Kansas City Skyline on the hill in the distance, The Showtimes Phantom provides a whole new perspective!
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KICKIN' IN KENTUCKY Market Steer Judge Jeff Sargent, TX takes a hard kick during the 2014 North American International Livestock Exposition!
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WASHING & RINSING CATTLE DURING WINTER MONTHS A dilemma many of us face during winter months is whether or not to wash or rinse our calves. Is it okay to wash when it it's cold out? How cold is too cold? To make a long story short, it comes down to using your best judgment and common sense based on your calf, the washing setup you have at home (warm vs. cold water), the washing environment (indoor vs. outdoor), etc. However, here are a few tips we use at our house:
When in doubt, blow them out.
• We typically wash our calves only once a week in the heated wash rack. We don't like to wash too much because it can dry out the hide and hair due to the lower humidity and cooler temps. • The weather pattern can affect your rinsing/ washing schedule since temps can fluctuate drastically in the winter.
• Rinsing/washing can open the door for sickness, so be sure your calf is bone dry before turning it out. • Cattle will get lots cleaner in winter months if you use warm water. Cattle produce a natural protectant in the winter months that builds up over time. You will be able to see it on your combs. Warm water helps break down the
dirt and grime from the buildup while also helping the shampoo perform better. • If you don't have heated wash racks or warm water, a good temperature gauge is 45°. At 45° and below, you are much better off simply blowing them out to get rid of some of the dirt. • Use conditioning products like a ProCharge/ProPolish mixture to keep the hide and hair soft. • If you prefer aerosols, blow in products like ProPink or ProGloss to
condition and protect the hide and hair. • We like to use ProConditioner after any kind of washing because it is light and silky yet substantial enough to nourish the hide. • Remember to store all liquids and aerosols in a heated tack room or space to prevent the products from freezing. • Make sure there is ample bedding for your calves during colder months to keep them cleaner, warmer and help with overall maintenance. • Again, always remember, when in doubt, blow them out.
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STOCK SHOW PREVIEW DENVER
HOUSTON
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FORT WORTH page 56
DENVER NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW
JANUARY 10 - 25, 2015
JUDGES JUNIOR STEERS DR. DAN SHIKE, IL MARK HOGE, IL MATT LEO, CA
JUNIOR GELBVIEH HEIFERS DAN HOGE, IL JUNIOR LIMOUSIN HEIFERS MARK HOGE, IL
JUNIOR MARKET LAMBS JOSH CODY, TX
JUNIOR MAINE-ANJOU HEIFERS JASON HOFFMAN, NE
JUNIOR MARKET SWINE WILLIE KIRKPATRICK, OK
JUNIOR RED ANGUS HEIFERS CODY SANKEY, IN
JUNIOR MARKET GOATS BRANDON MORGAN, OK
JUNIOR SALERS HEIFERS JOEL JUDGE, CA
JUNIOR ANGUS HEIFERS JONATHAN PERRY, TN
JUNIOR SHORTHORN HEIFERS JOSH TAYLOR, OK
JUNIOR CHAROLAIS HEIFERS MATT LEO, CA
JUNIOR SIMMENTAL HEIFERS MARK MCCLINTOCK, TX
JUNIOR CHIANINA HEIFERS BOB MAY, WI
JUNIOR SOUTH DEVON HEIFERS TIM FITZGERALD, PA
PLACES TO EAT SERAFINI’S PIZZERIA 2414 East Bridge St., Brighton TEXAS DE BRAZIL 8390 Northfield Blvd. #1800 MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE 1710 Wynkoop St. THE BUTCHER BLOCK 5002 Washington St. TOBY KEITH’S BAR & GRILL 8260 Northfield Blvd. CUBA CUBA 1173 Delaware St. SNOOZE 2262 Larimer St. SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE 1745 Wazee St. #61 WOODY’S WOOD FIRED PIZZA 1305 Washington Ave., Golden ELWAYS STEAKHOUSE 1881 Curtis St. EL JARDIN 6460 East 73rd Ave.
THINGS TO DO
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BROWN PALACE HOTEL
History at its BEST! This architectural landmark from 1892 offers modern luxuries amid old-world decor. If you have the opportunity, make sure to make reservations to enjoy a high tea.
THE DENVER ZOO
The Denver Zoo is an 80-acre facility located in City Park that was founded in 1896. With thousands of animals and exhibits, it is fun for the entire family!
UNION STATION
“As an eclectic social gathering place and transportation hub that’s open 24/7/365, there’s always something worth checking out at Denver Union Station.”
JUNIOR SALE OF CHAMPIONS SUNDAY, JANUARY 23, 2015 Steers, Lambs, Hogs & Goats
STOCK SHOW PINS
OVER THE YEARS EVERY YEAR THE NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW DESIGNS COLLECTABLE PINS FOR EXHIBITORS, MEMBERS, JUDGES & SUPERINTENDENTS
SHOW SCHEDULE JUNIOR STEERS JANUARY 22 JUNIOR WETHER LAMBS JANUARY 18 JUNIOR MARKET SWINE JANUARY 21 JUNIOR MARKET GOATS JANUARY 14 JUNIOR GELBVIEH HEIFERS JANUARY 10 JUNIOR RED ANGUS HEIFERS JANUARY 10 JUNIOR LIMOUSIN HEIFERS JANUARY 13 JUNIOR ANGUS HEIFERS JANUARY 15 JUNIOR HEREFORD HEIFERS JANUARY 15 JUNIOR MAINE-ANJOU & MAINETAINER HEIFERS JANUARY 18 JUNIOR CHAROLAIS HEIFERS JANUARY 18 JUNIOR SHORTHORN & SHORTHORNPLUS HEIFERS JANUARY 18 JUNIOR CHIANINA HEIFERS JANUARY 19 JUNIOR SIMMENTAL HEIFERS JANUARY 20 JUNIOR SALERS HEIFERS JANUARY 20 OPEN PROSPECT HEIFERS JANUARY 23 OPEN PROSPECT STEERS JANUARY 24
HERD SIRE DISPLAY JANUARY 16 - 18
A huge attraction for cattlemen and cattlewomen from across the nation. This open air display area is located in the historic Denver Stock Yards adjacent to the Exchange Building. Here you will find Bull’s of almost every breed on exposition in unique and colorful display pens. Everything from Club Calf Herd Sires to outstanding Purebred Bulls can be found. Additionally Pure Bred Cattle Associations and Genetic companies have display tents where they present their Sires and Genetic services. Sprinkled in is a mix of other cattle industry related companies.
HEIFER MART JANUARY 16 - 18
An exciting marking opportunity for cattle producers to take advantage of at the National Western Stock Show.Cattlemen can enter groups of 3 to 10 head of either heifer calves or bred yearlings. There is a designated area in the Yards just south of the Stock yard Arena where these cattle are displayed on tie rails. There is no show associated with these cattle. These females are on display with the intention of selling them by private treaty or for breeders to have an opportunity to display their breeding program as a part of their overall marketing program.
FORT WORTH FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW
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16 - FEBRUARY 7, 2015
JUDGES JUNIOR STEERS DR. DAN SHIKE, IL JUNIOR WETHER LAMBS KYLE SMITH, TX JUNIOR BARROWS JAYME SIEREN JUNIOR WETHER GOATS BRAD ANGUS, IL JUNIOR BEEFMASTER, BRAHMAN, BRANGUS, SANTA GERTRUDIS & SIMBRAH HEIFERS CHRIS CASSADY, IL JUNIOR CHAROLAIS, LIMOUSIN, OTHER RECORDED HEIFERS, RED ANGUS & SIMMENTAL HEIFERS TIM FITZGERALD, PA JUNIOR ANGUS, HEREFORD, MAINE-ANJOU, POLLED HEREFORD & SHORTHORN HEIFERS MARK COWAN, TX
THINGS TO DO
PLACES TO EAT J&J OYSTER BAR 612 University Dr.
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FORT WORTH ZOO
Founded in 1909 with one lion, two bear cubs, an alligator, a coyote, a peacock and a few rabbits - it is now an acclaimed attraction that houses 7,000 animals in themed habitats.
FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS
“The history book of the livestock industry in Texas. Represented by the original bricks and mortar, the wood corrals and the music that are all still a part of the the Stockyards today.”
COWBOY STADIUM
“AT&T Stadium is more than the home of the Dallas Cowboys, it’s a world of facts and figures about the world’s largest domed structure, an art museum, a classroom.”
JUNIOR SALE OF CHAMPIONS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2015
Steers, Lambs, Barrows and Wether Goats
One of the many missions of the legendary Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo is to promote continuing improvement in the breeding, raising and marketing of livestock and to encourage the pursuit of excellence generally throughout the livestock and agriculture industries. The connection with the livestock industry has been strong since the beginning when a group of cattlemen gathered on the banks of Marine Creek for the first Fort Worth Stock Show 118 years ago. The long-standing traditions of the Stock Show are maintained as we continually strive to meet the ever-changing needs and demands of the industry.
JUNIOR STEERS FEBRUARY 5 - FEBRUARY 6
We are privileged to continue to be a favorite among the livestock exhibitors. This year the Show will host over 22,000 head of livestock with exhibitors representing 41 states and three foreign countries. Junior Show entries will total over 10,000.
JUNIOR BARROWS FEBRUARY 5 - FEBRUARY 6
The Fort Worth Stock Show Syndicate, a group of area business leaders that is dedicated to enhancing agricultural education activities of Texas youth works annually to raise millions of dollars for auction proceeds. Since 1980, the Stock Show Syndicate has been able to award more than $20,000,000 in sale funds and scholarships to deserving livestock participants. This year was another great year for everyone involved.
SHOW SCHEDULE
JUNIOR WETHER LAMBS JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 1
JUNIOR WETHER GOATS JANUARY 31 - FEBRUARY 1 JUNIOR HEIFERS JANUARY 24 - JANUARY 26
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JUDGES STEERS DAVE DUELLO, WY BARROWS NICK MAUCK, TX TRAVIS PLATT, IN GOATS PARKS TUCKER, TX LAMBS KELLY BRUNS, SD JUNIOR GREY BRAHMAN, RED BRAHMAN, BEEFMASTER, SIMBRAH, ARB & SANTA GERTRUDIS HEIFERS BRANT POE, TX JUNIOR RED ANGUS, CHAROLAIS, LIMOUSIN, MAINE-ANJOU, SHORTHORN, CHIANINA & RED BRANGUS HEIFERS RANDY MULLINIX, IL JUNIOR BRANGUS, HEREFORD, POLLED HEREFORD, ORB, ANGUS & SIMMENTAL HEIFERS SCOTT GREINER, VA
Established in 1932, the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is the world’s largest livestock show boasting 29,000 entries and junior auctions totaling $11.7 million in 2014. The 2015 deadline for Junior Show entries was December 1, 2014 and we are excited to report that our Junior Show entries are up 3.5% for 2015. HLSR will be awarding 30, 4 year, $18,000 scholarships dedicated to HLSR Youth Horse and Livestock Show Exhibitors. In order to be eligible, exhibitors MUST be graduating seniors and MUST have participated in one or more of the following youth competitions in the current Show year(2015), as well as one or more youth competitions within the 2012, 2013 or 2014 show years. BEST BREAKFAST
BEST FRIED FOOD
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STUBBY’S CINNAMON ROLLS
KETTLE KORN OF TEXAS
SALTGRASS STEAK HOUSE
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SHOW SCHEDULE JUNIOR MARKET STEERS MARCH 17 - MARCH 20 JUNIOR MARKET LAMBS MARCH 11 - MARCH 13 JUNIOR MARKET GOATS MARCH 11 - MARCH 13 JUNIOR MARKET BARROWS MARCH 14 - MARCH 19 JUNIOR BREEDING BEEF HEIFERS MARCH 12 - MARCH 15 OPEN BREEDING CATTLE MARCH 2 - MARCH 11
JUNIOR SALE OF CHAMPIONS SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2015 Junior Market Lambs & Goats
FRIDAY, MARCH 20, 2015 Junior Market Barrows
SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2015 Junior Market Steers
THINGS TO DO
PLACES TO EAT CAPTAIN BENNY’S 10896 Northwest Freeway
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“The pride of Houston - NASA...come explore the historic artifacts of the county’s extra-terrestrial adventures and tragedies that are preserved here!”
THE DOWNTOWN TUNNELS
“A six-mile long maze of tunnels connects many of Houston’s downtown buildings that has dozens of shops and restaurants and are cheerful and attractive.”
KEMAH BOARDWALK
“Houston’s nearest and largest amusement/entertainment park. Largely occupied by hotels and restaurants, Kemah Boardwalk is an ideal place to entertain the entire family.”
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PERFORMANCES, CATTLE SHOWS & GOD GIVEN TALENTS BY CAITLYN OSCHNER, CO
Caitlyn Oschner performing the National Anthem at the 2014 National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, NV.
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t all started the summer of 2011 at the Limousin Junior Nationals in Amarillo, Texas. The Colorado Limousin Association was responsible for planning the Opening Ceremonies, and I had been invited to sing the National Anthem to kick it all off. Until then, I had only sung at Cowboy Churches and local rodeos. Although I was very excited for the opportunity, it still felt like a pretty daunting task. After making the extremely long and hot drive to Texas, with a trailer full of cattle just a few days before, the evening of Opening Ceremonies had finally arrived. Just about an hour before opening ceremonies would start, I had the chance to rehearse on the stage in the arena. Unfortunately, my practice run didn’t go as well as planned and I walked away feeling completely defeated. It sounded terrible! All of that time I had spent practicing seemed to have just gone to waste. I was so frustrated! As I walked out of the arena and into the corridor around the arena, tears came rolling down
my cheeks. At this point, that negative voice inside my head seemed to be attacking me from all angles. “Caitlyn, what kind of National Anthem was that? That was horrible! What if you completely mess up tonight? What if you forget the words? How will you be able to sing in front of all those people?” After listening to that voice, I started to believe all the lies I was being told. . . But then, in the distance, and in the midst of all that negativity, I heard that still, small voice in my heart. “My child,” The voice said. “Why are you so afraid? Why is your heart so troubled? I am the Giver of all gifts, and I have given you this gift so that you can touch the hearts of others. Try it again. I believe in you.” After hearing this, I took a breath, wiped the tears from my eyes, and started practicing again. As I was about half way through practicing the National Anthem, I heard feet coming down the stairs in front of me. The footsteps stopped when they heard I was singing, and stood completely still until I had finished.
As I turned around, I saw two ladies walking down the stairs telling me how beautiful I had just sang. They told me they were custodians at the fairgrounds and were just upstairs making their rounds cleaning, before they left for the day. I told them how nervous I was to sing the National Anthem that night, and how discouraged I was with the way my practice had gone. I asked them to say a prayer for me that night, and both of them said they would. Then they gave me a hug and walked out of the door. Just as I was about ready to head the other way to continue practicing, I heard the door open once again. One of the ladies had come back inside, walked up to me, looked me straight in the eye and said, “Baby girl, just remember. . . You can do ALL things through Christ who gives you strength.” At that moment, I knew I could do it. The performance went better than I ever imagined and I received many kind compliments and encouragement from my Limousin family.
“Wow! Baby girl, that was amazing!”
Since that life-changing experience, I
2013 NWSS Photo Credit: Show Photos by Katina
“Caitlyn’s favorite show moment is depicted in the picture with Ashlyn. It was very special that the girls were showing together with a cow/calf pair (that was Ashlyn’s favorite cow) when they won Supreme Breeding Female at the 2013 Nebraska State Fair. I love the emotion that Show Champions captured that night.” - Julie Oschner (Caitlyn’s Mother)
have been extremely blessed with numerous opportunities that have helped shaped me as a young person. Although the Thomas and Mack Arena in Las Vegas feels like a world away from Kersey, Colorado where cattle outnumber people, I realize all my experiences growing up in the cattle industry and rural America have prepared me for the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to sing the National Anthem at the National Finals Rodeo. Growing up on my family’s registered Limousin and Lim-Flex cow/ calf operation and having an opportunity to show cattle at local, state, and national shows, has helped me develop a strong work ethic and a dedication to persevering through challenges to achieve a goal. As an active 4-H and FFA member, I have participated on the Weld County Livestock Judging Team for 7 years and had the opportunity to compete in the National FFA Creed Speaking Contest. Little did I know that all the hours I have spent giving oral reasons and preparing for the National FFA Creed Speaking Contest would give me the confidence to stand in front of an audience and sing and prepare me to answer questions during radio and newspaper interviews following my performance at the National Finals Rodeo. Undoubtedly, the opportunity to sing the National Anthem at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas was an experience I won’t soon forget. Ever since I was a
little girl, I have dreamed of singing at the NFR. No words can begin to describe the Patriotism I felt as I walked out onto a red carpet into an arena being lit in red, white, and blue with a horse and rider walking out into the spotlight carrying our Nation’s flag. What an honor it was to sing the Anthem in an arena full of rodeo fans and professional cowboys that embody the values our country was founded upon! I sincerely thank all of our friends, many of whom are in the cattle industry, who have encouraged me along the way and given me opportunities to develop and use my God-given talents. As I look to the future, I hope to pursue an occupation that allows me to combine my Christian faith, agricultural upbringing, and love of music. Following High School Graduation next year, I am considering attending Belmont Christian University in Nashville, TN to study music. I feel very blessed to have grown up in the cattle industry, and I hope that I can continue to be an advocate for agriculture and a spokesperson for the industry we all love! If there’s one thing I’ve learned so far on my journey, it is that no matter how big your dreams are, with hard work, determination, and Faith guiding your footsteps, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE! ▪
Caitlyn on her way to perform at the 2014 NFR.
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Rex and Jody Buck own and operate their family cattle ranch on the Colorado/Nebraska border east of Wray CO. They are each 4th generation cattle ranchers. Both are graduates of Colorado State University and are involved in their Wray Cattle and Ranch companies, investments, and real estate. They have four kids - Brady a graduate of Duke and now at Magnum Feedyard; Molly a CSU graduate working for Land Energy Partners, Coby a junior at Harvard, and Baylor a freshman at Oklahoma State University. The Bucks have shown cattle throughout the country and extensively in Colorado.
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CHEESEBURGER SOUP INGREDIENTS
1/2 pound ground beef 3/4 cup chopped onions 3/4 cup shredded carrots 3/4 diced celery 1 tsp dried basil 1 tsp dried parsley flakes 4 T butter or margarine - divided 3 cups chicken broth 1/2 salsa 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 12 or so oz. cubed processed American cheese (I use Velveeta) 1 - 1 1/2 cups milk 3/4 tsp salt 1/4-1/2 tsp pepper 1/4-1/2 tsp red pepper flakes or to taste 1/4-1/2 tsp lemon pepper or to taste dash of Tabasco 1/4 cup Sour Cream
DIRECTIONS
In a saucepan, brown the beef; drain and set aside. In the same saucepan, saute the onion, carrots, celery, basil, and parsley until vegetables are slightly tender in 1 T of butter or margarine - about 10 minutes. Place vegetable mixture in soup pot. Add broth, salsa, and beef; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8-10 minutes. Meanwhile in a small skillet, melt remaining butter. Whisk in flour forming a paste. Cook and stir for 3-5 minutes or until bubbly. Gradually whisk into soup; bring soup to boil.
Cook and stir for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to low then add cheese, milk, and remaining seasonings. Cook and stir until cheese melts. Remove from heat; blend in sour cream. Serve with tortilla chips. Variations - You can add as much or as little salsa and Tabasco as you desire. You can also add 4 cups diced, peeled potatoes with the broth and beef. Just make sure you simmer mixture long enough to cook potatoes.
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JOE EPPERLY
WE ASKED JOE TO FILL IN THE BLANKS. BY JOE EPPERLY
1. I would never... own a hog. I’ve worked with about every species imaginable (cattle to emus to llamas) and I just can’t stand pigs. It goes back to being bitten by one in my family’s livestock market when I was 12. I’ve been trying to rid the world of them since…one bacon strip at a time. 2. I wish I were better at... making small talk. If I’ve got something to say or ask you about, I can talk for hours. With new people, I can tend to be pretty nervous and awkward. It’s something I try to work on every day. 3. My favorite show is... National Western Stock Show. It is the granddaddy of them all for a reason. From the “yards” to the “hill”, it’s an atmosphere unlike any other. The whole cattle industry converged into one location for 14 days is truly something special. 4. My favorite hobby is... golf. I play around 3-4 times a week when I’m in Denver and the weather is good (300 days of sunshine!). Two things are always in the back of my
SUV, my clipper bag and my golf clubs. 5. I always make sure I... take time to step back and look at the big picture. Whether it’s clipping stock, dealing with people or my day-to-day breed association work, a step back to evaluate things from a different perspective always helps. Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes, be it a judge, our friend or a computer programmer, gives insight into what they want or need and can help you make a decision accordingly. 6. My biggest fear is... sharks. I can’t get into the ocean past my knees without hearing the theme music from Jaws. 7. I never go to a show without... scrotal tape. It’s my job to measure scrotal circumference on all the Limousin bulls at the major shows throughout the year so I’ve always got a tape with me. The Limousin junior board actually made me a special “Scrotal Man” cape to wear at shows because of this habit.
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8. My perfect day is... announcing a cattle show in the morning (you don’t have to wake up as early as exhibitors that way), playing a round of golf in the afternoon, and finding a good steak at the end of the day. 9. My favorite sports team is... the Virginia Tech Hokies football team. Though we have had an up and down couple of years, it’s my alma mater as well as my parent’s alma mater. I’ve been bleeding orange and maroon since I was knee high to a grasshopper and that won’t change. 10. I would love to travel to... Australia. I’ve traveled most of North America (46 states, 2 Canadian provinces and 1 Mexican state) and went to Argentina this fall, but Australia still tops the list. Ever since I saw the Man from Snowy River as a kid I’ve always wanted to go. I’ve just got to figure out if there’s a way to bring a koala bear back when I go. 11. If I could judge one show it'd be... the Open Angus show at NAILE or any show at Louisville for that matter. Growing up in the Angus breed, that was the pinnacle show and there is nothing like coming down that tunnel and walking on the green shavings. Sorting the stock in that ring would be a pinnacle to my career. 12. The easiest way to make me angry is... sit around and watch someone do
your work. I just despise laziness, especially at a cattle show. Sitting around and letting cattle lay in manure at a show was treated as close to a hanging offense in my family. So when I see someone just waiting for someone else to do their work or ordering someone to do something that’s their responsibility, I just see red. 13. My favorite song is... Wagon Wheel by Old Crow Medicine Show (the Darius Rucker version doesn’t count). It’s a great two stepping sound that talks about home since I was born in Raleigh and grew up near Roanoke. 14. My greatest accomplishment is... hopefully still to come. I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to be an FFA chapter president, State FFA Officer, National Junior Angus Association Director, Beef Improvement Federation Board Member and now the International Limousin Council, but the real accomplishment has come from the people that I’ve been able to be around. The great and talented people whose lives I’ve been able to be a small part of is what has meant the most to me. 15. If I could meet one person it would be... the person God wants me to be.
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My how time flies! The National Western Stock Show in Denver is here! Needless to say, I can’t wait to get to the Mile High City and see some old friends and catch up on things that have happened in the last couple of months. And wouldn’t you know it, I gotta eat while I’m there. I have to thank the Reid family for giving me the opportunity to share some of my favorite places to dine at while on the road. With that said, I would also like to let you know that I’m always open to suggestions from the rest of the stock show crowd about where you like to dine while on the road - so please feel free to share them with me. I’m starting off this time with a local Mexican food favorite of the Reid’s that Betty shared with me a couple of years ago. “El Jardin” is an authentic Mexican food restaurant just down the road in Commerce City that is well worth the drive. The food is awesome. From the tacos to the fajitas this place is the whole enchilada!! The quantities and pricing make this a place you can take the family or a group of stock show kids to enjoy a great meal.
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Next up is close to being my favorite in Denver - “Cinzetti’s Italian Market Restaurant.” The menu here is so diversified I really don’t know how to explain it! There is an Italian side featuring pastas, pizzas, soups and salads; and also American items on the menu such as fish, chicken, fried potatoes and last, but not least, the dessert bar with hot cobblers and ice cream. I did save the best for last - the fresh made while you wait crepe station!! The selection is out of this world! It is all in a buffet type setting so you serve yourself and get as much as what you like as you want!! This is the stock show family’s dream come true there is something for everybody at this place!
I may have saved the best for the last - “Texas De Brazil.” There is nothing like going out to eat after a long hard day at the show and finding a place like this. There are eight different cuts of meat - yes I said 8 cuts of meat brought to your table on a skewer for you to select from. If you can’t find what you like out of those then I’d say you’re just too hard to please! There is also a soup and salad bar that I have not been able to match anywhere. The quality of service and food is hard to beat; so you better bring a healthy appetite and maybe a little extra cash if you bring the whole crew here - but man is it ever good!!!
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Grand Champion Market Steer Bayley Kroupa, SD
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Jessica Webster, IA
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Brooke Jensen, KS
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"I don't have words to describe it. I guess it's an emotional deal for us, for what went on in South Dakota this Spring. We are so happy to be here in honor of Nick. The calf came from Nick, and that was the calf he picked for Bayley after Denver last year. Bayley truly believed that she won because of Nick." Watch the full interview with the Kroupa and Reimann families in our Show Center episode from Kansas City.
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Market Lambs
Grand Champion Market Lamb Brooke Kuesel, IA
Reserve Champion Market Lamb Ross Hargrove, TX
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Karlyn Snider, IA
Kelsie Bowles, CA
Champion Suffolk Market Lamb
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Halle Hindman, IA
Gretchen Simpson, IL
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Ross Hargrove, TX
Brooke Kuesel, IA
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Toree Fraze, TX
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A DREAM COMES TRUE
BROOKE ON WINNING KC BY BROOKE KUESEL, IA
y name is Brooke Kuesel. I am 16 years old and I attend HLV Community School. I participate in volleyball, basketball, golf, track and softball. This is my sixth year in 4-H and I show both cattle and sheep. Winning Kansas City was a dream come true for my family and I. We have always worked to win a major livestock show so it was very fulfilling when all our hard work paid off. â–Ş
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Market Hogs
Grand Champion Market Hog Blake Dunner, IN
Reserve Champion Market Hog Photo By: Melissa Grimmel, 2014 American Royal Livestock Show Media Intern
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Levi Logue, IN
Emily Mead, MI
Peyton Hill, TX
Marissa Jordan, OK
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Brody Nemesek, KS
Dalaney Vickery, IN
Julia Searls, WI
Trace Mulligan, KS
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Olivia Caldwell, IL
Jason Bedwell, IN
Olivia Caldwell, IL
Blake Danner, IN
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Ashtin Guyer, IL
Maddison Caldwell, IL
Aaron Cain, IA
Maddison Caldwell, IL
Market Goats
Grand Champion Market Goat Courtney Millsap, TX
Reserve Champion Market Goat Skyler Scotten, MO
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Champion Heavyweight Market Goat
Braden Schovanec, OK
Alaxandra Castello, CA
Courtney Millsap, TX
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Lexi Vanderwork, OK
Tara Hummel, IL
Skyler Scotten, MO
Jr. Breeding Heifers
Kennedy Core, IA
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1 HEIFER, 2 SHOWS
KENNEDY ACCOMPLISHES THE RARE FEAT OF WINNING SUPREME CHAMPION FEMALE AT 2 NATIONAL SHOWS! BY KENNEDY CORE, PLEASANTVILLE, IA
After graduating next spring I plan to attend Iowa State University in the fall, and major in Ag Communications with a minor in event management.
y name is Kennedy Core I am 18 years old and live in Pleasantville, Iowa. My parents are Mark and Deb Core and I have one sister Bailey. I currently go to Pleasantville High School where I am involved in volleyball, basketball, track, speech and drama, National Honor Society, FFA, student council and other various clubs and organizations.
When Lisa asked me to write how I felt after I won the American Royal and NAILE, I wasn't quite sure how I was going to be able to put it into words. Winning one of these shows let alone two was something my family has always dreamed of doing. After being selected supreme female at The American Royal my family and I were over joyed and filled with many emotions. Winning one of the “majors” is something we had never done before. After that day I thought my year with my heifer “Emily” could not get any better. Little did I know… It was about to get even better
than I ever could imagined. After winning the Sim Angus/Sim Solution show in Louisville I was just more than excited to be able to show in the Supreme Drive in Freedom Hall. For any cattle kid, it does not get much better. It was about 10:30 at night when we finally walked down the ramp onto the green shavings. I said my prayer, wrote my lucky number 14 into the dirt, and headed into the ring. Just about 20 minutes later, I received “the handshake.” I immediately broke down into tears. I couldn’t believe it. I had always thought this was something I would just
dream of doing. But on that night, it became reality. To explain how I felt in one word all I can say is blessed. The good Lord above blessed my family with these moments that we can’t even begin to explain how thankful we are for. Even though I was the one lucky enough to be on the halter there are many people who helped make this possible. First off, Jared Boyert for all the clipping and fitting you have done on her, you rock and I wouldn’t want anyone else to do it. To Tim, Emily, and the whole Schaeffer crew, I can’t thank you guys enough for your help and
support. And finally to my family, even though I was the one on the halter I can’t thank you guys enough for absolutely everything. We live this crazy dream together and if it wasn’t for them I would have never got to experience these moments. One last thing, to all those kids out there if there is one thing I can tell you, it would be to always DREAM BIG. With hard work, dedication, family, and most importantly faith anything is possible. Dreams do come true. Always believe that. ▪
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TIM SHARES HIS THOUGHTS ON WHAT WINNING THE AMERICAN ROYAL AND THE NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK EXPO MEANT TO HIM. S&S SELENA I-80 X S&S MS SMARTY PANTS K1 BY TIM SCHAEFFER, IN
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o sum up emotionally how winning Supreme Champion Female at both the American Royal and the NAILE felt to our family would be like winning the Daytona 500 or the Super Bowl. I grew up on a horse farm until I was 14, and at that time purchased my first heifer. Now, 16 years later at the age of 30, being able to raise a heifer to accomplish that means more than probably anything I have done in this business. At the age of 15, my dad Paul purchased what would be Selena’s grandmother “WAR O'Fancy Pants.” In our first two years of showing she was selected Champion Simmental at the
American Royal. Her first calf born was “S&S Ms Smarty Pants K1.” She was basically my first show heifer we had raised and was a division winner at Louisville herself both years. To bring a daughter back to Louisville, having raised her, and claim to me what is the biggest show was phenomenal; and then on top of that to have raised her dam felt like an even bigger accomplishment. From 15 on, the only thing I wanted to do or focus on was showing and raising cattle. Eight years ago I took a big risk, at a time in our lives that was pretty shaky for our family, and started Schaeffer Show Cattle. Although there were some real low spots, with the help of my family, friends and some very good help,
AMERICAN ROYAL our business grew and has become very successful. I owe most of the success to some very good old cows that where the backbone of our operation. To see them still be able to get it done, like K1, was another highlight of those two victories. I stress in our program that 1: you have to have good cattle genetically and phenotypically. 2: you have to treat people well and take care of your customers 3: you have to have a little luck and, lastly 4: it is your family that got you there and you need to enjoy it with them. To sum up everything I build my business around is to take care of my family, be able to work with them and do what I love while still being able to make a good income, and then in the end being able to be competitive in the show ring. The first time I walked down the ramp at Louisville to the green shavings and the organ playing was with Fancy Pants, Selena’s grandmother. I knew right then and there that that was "the show" I wanted to win. I have been fortunate with this win and prior, but I remember and tell others "When you get one of those banners - be humble and cherish it. You never know if you will get another one, because it’s tough and there are so many talented people and great cattle" To be able to win both those shows with one out of my old show heifer, in a business where I give it my all,
and to do it with my wife Emily, my son Braylen and my mom and dad Paul and Tracy who have supported me and worked right beside me the whole time was incredible. In addition to this, the family support and teamwork with the Core Family was second to none. The way they all work together and have their own parts to the team is truly admirable. I would have never had the opportunity to write this if that heifer was not in there barn. Then comes the luck. At the time my son was born I was actually selling “S&S Ms Smarty Pants K1” eggs in my embryo sale. A good friend Jake Hege purchased the eggs and chose to put them in at my place. We only stuck one. That one went on to be the heifer that I sold for Hege in our fall pasture sale to Mark and Deb Core. So to this date (obviously many full sibs on the way this spring), that is the only I-80 x K1 in existence. All of this put together is a moment I will never forget. I am very fortunate and humbled at the same time, because it took a lot to get where it ended up. I would like to put a big thanks to my wife Emily and son Braylen, my mom and dad Tracy and Paul Schaeffer, and the entire Core family, Mark, Deb, Bailey and Kennedy. Also, without the help of Ian Mckenzie, Nate Tice, Jared Boyert, and everyone else along the way, none of this would have been possible. ▪
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Reserve Charolais Breeding Heifer Audrey Field, TX
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Open Beef Builder Show
Champion Beef Builder Breeding Heifer Shad Sieverandt, NE
Reserve Beef Builder Breeding Heifer Rock Creek Braunvieh, NE
Champion Beef Builder Bull Jordan Nelson, NE
Reserve Beef Builder Bull Andrew Gaddy, MO
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Champion Hereford Breeding Heifer Rylee Barber, TX
Reserve Hereford Breeding Heifer Cassidy Hanson, NE Hoffman Ranch, NE
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Champion Mini Hereford Breeding Heifer Drew McCullough, IA
Reserve Mini Hereford Breeding Heifer Wyatt McIntyre, OK
Champion Mini Hereford Bull J Bar W Cattle Co., CO
Reserve Mini Hereford Bull Daniel Faidley, IA
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Champion Maine-Anjou Bull Steve Robinson, SD
Reserve Maine-Anjou Bull Kevin and Laura Benes, NE Gateway Genetics
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Champion MaineTainer Breeding Heifer James Gradert, IA
Champion Junior AOB Carlee Clark, AR
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Champion Limousin Breeding Heifer Cody Heavin, MO
Reserve Limousin Breeding Heifer Deb Vorthmann, IA Vorthmann Limousin, IA
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Reserve Limousin Bull Shelby White, OK
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Champion Salers Breeding Heifer GG & T Cattle Company, KS
Reserve Salers Breeding Heifer Jase Beltz, KS
Champion Salers Bull White Oak Salers, IA
Reserve Salers Bull
GG & T Cattle Company, KS
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Champion Optimizer Breeding Heifer Riley Spire, MO
Reserve Optimizer Breeding Heifer Tanner Dothrman, MO
Champion Optimizer Bull Silver Spur Salers, MO
Reserve Optimizer Bull Travis Barnes, IA
Open Simmental Show
Champion Simmental Breeding Heifer Chesney Effling, SD
Reserve Simmental Breeding Heifer Owen Brothers Cattle Co., MO
Champion Simmental Bull Rocking P Livestock Circle M Farms
Reserve Simmental Bull Sunset View, KS Metzger Cattle Pleasant Hill
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Champion % Simmental Breeding Heifer Taylor Goering, KS
Reserve % Simmental Breeding Heifer Elizabeth Hodges, KS
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Market Steer Bayley Kroupa sells her Grand Champion Steer for $200,000 and set an all-time record!
Market Hog Blake Danner sells his Grand Champion Hog for $25,000!
Market Goat Market Lamb Brooke Kuesel sells her Grand Champion Market Lamb for $17,500.
Courtney Milsap sells her Grand Champion Market Goat for $25,000!
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Market Steers
Grand Champion Market Steer Breenen Meert, MI
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his father, Brian Meert, and grandfather, Tom Meert at the exposition. He has been showing livestock since he was 8-years-old.
BRENNEN MEERT
Currently, Brennen is a sophomore studying plant and soil science at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan. He enjoys working on the family farm during his spare time.
GRAND STEER SELLS FOR $24,500 BY KATHERINE LOOMIS, NAILE WRITER
rennen Meert, 20, of Plainwell, Michigan exhibited the Grand Champion Market Steer at the 41st Annual North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, Kentucky. Brennen was accompanied by
The Grand Champion Steer was purchased by Kentucky Bankers & Associates for $24,500 at the Sale of Champions in East Hall at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Brennen said he will donate 10% of his winnings to the DC Strong Cancer Foundation. The North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) is an annual event that attracts thousands of livestock producers from across America. â–Ş
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Grand Champion Market Wether Alexandra Raute, IN
Reserve Champion Market Wether Victoria Ralls, OR
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Grand Champion Market Hog Savannah Page, GA
Reserve Champion Market Hog Katie Davis, AR
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GRAND WETHER SELLS FOR $12,000 BY KATHERINE LOOMIS, NAILE WRITER
he Sale of Champions at the North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) featured a Grand Champion Wether owned by Alexandra Raute, age 16, from Carmel, IN. Alexandra has shown for 5 years. This is her first win that has gone to the big sale, but not the first in her family. Her sister, Samantha Raute, has won Grand Champion or Reserve Champion Wether for the past 4 years. Alexandra hopes the youngest Raute sister will follow in the family footsteps of raising and showing champions. Success was earned through a good deal of hard work. Her family actually does not live on the farm where their sheep are raised. Instead, they commute 45 minutes to the barn 2-4 days a week and spend up to 9 hours each day preparing to show. While the road to success was not the easiest, Alexandra believes it was worth every
second and every ounce of effort. She aspires to continue showing and winning. Alexandra Raute and her family not only show excellent sheep, they are also top notch showmen. Practicing good showmanship is as high a priority as is raising good quality lambs. Alexandra says some important things to keep in mind when showing are that not everything goes to plan and how you practice in the barn is going to be very different in the show ring. Some advice she has
to any aspiring sheep exhibitor is to “put in the effort and try to have fun”. The Grand Champion Wether was a Hampshire sheep that sold for $12,000. Buyers included Crown Plaza & Galt House Hotels, Mike and Carol Hancock, Ketcham’s Sheep Equipment, Willoughby Sales, and the Agribusiness Industry Network. NAILE is an annual event that attracts thousands of livestock producers from across America. ▪
SAVANNAH PAGE
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GRAND HOG SELLS FOR $13,500 BY KATHERINE LOOMIS, NAILE WRITER
showmanship contest this year at the NAILE. Savannah is a straight A student and wants to be a teacher when she grows up. Savannah also wants to attend the University of Georgia when she gets older, just like her parents. Savannah’s 279 pound, crossbred hog sold in the Sale of Champions for $13,500. The hog was purchased by JBS, USA, Louisville, KY; Louisville Area Broadcasters; Clark County Indiana Livestock Producers & Agribusiness; and McZee’s Ice, Taylorsville, KY.
avannah Page, the ten-year-old daughter of Phil and Christy Page, exhibited the winning market hog at this year’s North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE). Savannah resides in Jefferson, GA. She enjoys showing cattle and hogs, as well as competing in showmanship. Savannah won second place in the Division 2
The North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) is an annual event that attracts thousands of livestock producers from across America. More than 200,000 visitors attended the big expo, and 29,095 livestock entries competed in ten specie categories. The NAILE is the largest purebred exposition in the world, and successful competitors take home over $750,000 in premiums and awards. The North American International took place in Louisville, KY during November 8-21. ▪
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NORTH AMERICAN INT'L LIVESTOCK EXPO Jr. Breeding Heifers
Supreme Champion Breeding Heifer Kennedy Core, IA
Champion Angus
Champion AOB
Champion Chianina
Champion ChiAngus
Calli Bayer, WI
Carlee Clark, AR
Leslie Rogers, IN
Sydney Wisnefski, IL
Reserve Angus
Reserve AOB
Reserve Chianina
Reserve ChiAngus
Lucas Nord, MN
Kane Aegerter, NE
Bailey Core, IA
Hunter Hamilton, IN
Champion Charolais
Champion Simmental
Andrew Hodges, KS
Meghan Reed, OH
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Simmental
Jessica Janssen, IN
Landon Siek, IA
Jr. Breeding Heifers
Champion Belted Galloway
Reserve Belted Galloway
NORTH AMERICAN INT'L LIVESTOCK EXPO
Champion Hereford
Champion Limousin
Champion Shorthorn
Champion ShorthornPlus
Cassidy Hanson, IL
Kylee Kelley, OK
Nick Sullivan, IA
Sara Sullivan, IA
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Limousin
Reserve Shorthorn
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Garrett Post, IL
Hannah Williamson, OH
John Gellerman
Sara Sullivan, IA
Champion SimAngus
Champion Maine-Anjou
Champion Red Poll
Champion Gelbvieh
Kennedy Core, IA
Allison Manchester, SD
Adam Miller, KY
Connor Durham, SC
Reserve SimAngus
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve Red Poll
Reserve Gelbvieh
Maddy Udell, IA
Cole Clanton, KS
Kendra Nunan, IN
Anna Doxbury, SD
Open Breeding Heifers
Champion Angus
Reserve Angus
Austin Nowatzke, IN
Austin Nowatzke, IN
Champion Charolais
Reserve Charolais
Andrew Hodges, KS
Michaela Blanding, IN
Champion Maine-Anjou
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Lacey Caffee, SD
Emma Vickland, CO
NORTH AMERICAN INT'L LIVESTOCK EXPO
Champion MaineTainer
Reserve MaineTainer
Kelsey Delaplaine and Heartfelt Farms, PA
Colby Manning, OH
Champion Chianina
Reserve Chianina
Leslie Rogers, IN
Sara Sullivan, IA
Champion ChiAngus
Reserve ChiAngus
Haley Haverback, IL
Dutenhoffer Ranch, SD
Open Breeding Heifers
Champion Hereford
Reserve Hereford
Garrett Post, IL
Devin Hay, IN
Champion Limousin
Reserve Limousin
Shelby Hennessy, ND
Mark Blake, IN
Champion Simmental
Reserve Simmental
Trey Jass, IA
Meghan Reed, OH
NORTH AMERICAN INT'L LIVESTOCK EXPO
Champion SimAngus
Reserve SimAngus
Alexis Ostrom, IN
Circle M Farms, TX
Champion FB Simmental
Reserve FB Simmental
Champion Red Angus
Reserve Red Angus
Summit Farms, IA
Solution Genetics, IA
Reserve Salers
Champion Optimizer
Reserve Optimizer
That Cattle Co. / Ken Crawford, AR
Scott Trueblood / T Cattle Co., KS
Riley Spire, MO
Jarred Collier, IL
Open Breeding Heifers
Champion Salers
Champion Shorthorn
Reserve Shorthorn
Nick Sullivan, IA
Cyclone Trace Cattle Co., IA
Champion ShorthornPlus
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Chloe Martin, IN
Kane Aegerter, NE
NORTH AMERICAN INT'L LIVESTOCK EXPO
Champion Belted Galloway
Reserve Belted Galloway
Champion Gelbvieh
Reserve Gelbvieh
Allie Raab, IN
Emily Griffiths, IN
Champion Balancer
Reserve Balancer
Justin Teeter, NC
LeDoux Ranch, KS
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Champion Charolais
Champion Chianina
Champion ChiAngus
Patton Farms, IN
AM Livestock, MO
Classic Genetics, OK
Holt Cattle/Justin Holt/Harmony Hill
Reserve Angus
Reserve Charolais
Reserve Chianina
Reserve ChiAngus
Express Ranches/Schnoor Sisters
Elifeste Cattle Services, TX
Doug Satree, TX
Kelsey Rutt, NE
Champion Simmental
Champion SimAngus
Champion FB Simmental
Champion Gelbvieh
Circle M Farms/Rockin' P Livestock
Shelby Hennessy, ND
Reserve Simmental
Reserve SimAngus
Trennepohl Farms, IN
TW Cattle Company, KY
Open Bulls
Emily Griffiths/Overmiller Gelbviehs
Reserve FB Simmental
Reserve Gelbvieh Emily Griffiths, IN
NORTH AMERICAN INT'L LIVESTOCK EXPO
Champion Hereford
Champion Santa Gertrudis
Champion Limousin
Gary & Kathy Buchholz/Prairie Rose
Gracey Pitchford, TX
Etherton Farms/Rachael Booth, IL
Champion Lowline
Reserve Hereford
Reserve Santa Gertrudis
Reserve Limousin
River Circle Farm, TN
5-E Ranch, TN
Tumbmill Creek Farms, PA
Champion Maine-Anjou
Champion MaineTainer
Champion Mini Hereford
Champion Piedmontese
Bushy Park Farms, SD
Bushy Park Farms, SD
Reserve Maine-Anjou
Reserve MaineTainer
Reserve Mini Hereford
Reserve Piedmontese
Martin Livestock, IN
Ali Muir, OH
Reserve Lowline
Champion Red Angus
Champion Red Poll
Champion Salers
Champion Optimizer
LeDoux Ranch, KS
McCall Show Cattle, KY
Jamile Maze/Maze Farms, IL
Frazier Farms, OH
Reserve Red Angus
Reserve Red Poll
Reserve Salers
Reserve Optimizer
Majestic Meadows
Dolls Red Poll Cattle, KY
Colmore Farms, KS
That Cattle Co/Ken Crawford, AR
Champion Shorthorn
Champion ShorthornPlus
Champion Balancer
Champion Santa Gertrudis
Sullivan Farms, IA
Fisher Cattle Company, KS
Emily Griffiths/Overmiller Gelbvieh
Circle A Farns, TN
Reserve Shorthorn
Reserve ShorthornPlus
Reserve Balancer
Reserve Santa Gertrudis
Simon Farms, IN
Justin Shoufler, IN
LeDoux Ranch, KS
Stroman Cattle Co, TX
Open Bulls
Heifers
Grand Champion Heifer Maddy Udell
Date: December 5-7, 2014
Reserve Champion Heifer Vada Vickland
Location: Madison, WI Heifer Judge: Brigham Stewart, KS Steer Judge: Jack Ward, MO Results/Photos: The Midwest Herdsman
BADGER KICK-OFF CLASSIC
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MAKING DREAMS A REALITY GRAND CHAMPION STEER
BY KAYLA MORROW, NEVADA, MO
I
got started showing livestock from my dad’s (Kevin Morrow) love and passion for the show industry. He had a great eye in picking out quality livestock for me to exhibit and the passion just stuck with me from there. First we exhibited locally at the county fair and Ozark Empire Fair and as we got more involved with showing we started competing at bigger shows. In 2009, we bought our first show steer from Goretska Show Steers. It’s been a dream and a goal of mine to win the Badger Kickoff Classic from the first time we exhibited steers there. The show and competition is second to none. The numbers are big and the competition is deep. Many great cattle are exhibited there that go on to have a very successful show season. It is a first class ran show and I give many thanks to the show committee that put on such a successful and great show each year. Winning that show meant everything to me. It was a feeling
that was indescribable I can’t put into words all the emotions and feelings I was going thru when I got the slap from judge Jack Ward for Grand Champion Market Animal. Without the love and support of my dad Kevin none of this would be possible. I couldn’t thank him enough for what he has done for me. Also this would never be a possibility without the help, support, teaching, learning and intensity from Tracy, Jake, Tyler, Chad and everyone else that is associated with Goretska Show Steers. I couldn’t ask for a better team on show day and throughout the year making my steers look the best they possibly can. Steer sire is a Heatwave out of a kryptonite cow that was raised by Chad Thompson. Brad Otto purchased it from his pasture sale and then resold it to Tracy Goretska. We are going to show him this winter and spring at numerous shows in the Midwest. Hopefully he feeds into a great fat steer that we can take to a major show next winter.
BADGER KICK-OFF CLASSIC
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Sara Sullivan
Brandon Hagie
Lauren
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Reserve Champion Steer
Kayla Morrow
Heath Downing
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Nate Tanner
Bayley Kroupa
Riley Bradshaw
TJLA FALL CLASSIC
Progress Steers Ring A
Grand Champion Progress Steer Kaylee Smith
Date: November 26-30, 2014 Location: Waco, TX Steer Judges: Ring A - Troy Thomas, SD Ring B - Terry Lockhard, OK Heifer Judges: Jerry McPeak, OK Scott Bush, SD Swine Judges: Ring A - Mark Gray, OK Ring B - Shawn Sparks, OK Lamb Judges: Ring A - Dale Hummel, IL Ring B - Brad Horner, IL
Reserve Champion Progress Steer Zane Potter
Goat Judges: Ring A - Brad Horner, IL Ring B - Corey Taylor, TX Results/Photos: Barker
3rd Overall Progress Steer
4th Overall Progress Steer
5th Overall Progress Steer
Zane Potter
Caden Hatla
Payton Schertz
Progress Steers Ring B
Grand Champion Progress Steer
Reserve Champion Progress Steer
Kaylee Smith
Zane Potter
3rd Overall Progress Steer
4th Overall Progress Steer
5th Overall Progress Steer
Cameryn Choate
Zane Potter
Caroline Breman
American Heifers Ring A
Grand Champion American Heifer
Reserve Champion American Heifer
3rd Overall American Heifer
Kaylee Smith
Peyton Herzog
Kallie Ellis
Grand Champion British Heifer
Reserve Champion British Heifer
3rd Overall British Heifer
Tanner Howe
Tyler Allen
Justin Jenkins
Grand Champion Exotic Heifer
Reserve Champion Exotic Heifer
3rd Overall Exotic Heifer
Katelyn Atchinson
Kiley Klas
Harley Sargent
British Heifers Ring A
Exotic Heifers Ring A
TJLA FALL CLASSIC American Heifers Ring B
Grand Champion American Heifer
Reserve Champion American Heifer
3rd Overall American Heifer
Peyton Herzog
Kaylee Smith
Reagan Merrifield
Grand Champion British Heifer
Reserve Champion British Heifer
3rd Overall British Heifer
Peyton Herzog
Tanner Howe
Weston Hinze
Grand Champion Exotic Heifer
Reserve Champion Exotic Heifer
3rd Overall Exotic Heifer
Kiley Klas
Katelyn Atchinson
Harley Sargent
British Heifers Ring B
Exotic Heifers Ring B
Reserve Champion Prospect Steer Prospect Steers Ring A
Kayla Smith
Grand Champion Prospect Steer Kallie Ellis
3rd Overall Prospect Steer Micah Grady
Reserve Champion Prospect Steer Prospect Steers Ring B
Kallie Ellis
Grand Champion Prospect Steer Micah Grady
3rd Overall Prospect Steer Cristina Lessig
TJLA FALL CLASSIC
Reserve Champion Goat
Goats Ring A
Kelton Poe
Grand Champion Goat Kyler Tales
3rd Overall Goat Kyler Tales
Reserve Champion Goat
Goats Ring B
Kelton Poe
Grand Champion Goat Payton Tales
3rd Overall Goat Jessica Smith
Reserve Champion Hog
Hogs Ring A
Carson Read
Grand Champion Hog Mikala Grady
3rd Overall Hog Erica Adams
Reserve Champion Hog
Hogs Ring B
Blaze Mock
Grand Champion Hog Mikala Grady
3rd Overall Hog Taylor Norris
TJLA FALL CLASSIC
Reserve Champion Lamb
Lambs Ring A
Franklin Hudson
Grand Champion Lamb Jessica Smith
3rd Overall Lamb Jamie Jones
Reserve Champion Lamb
Lambs Ring B
Torree Fraze
Grand Champion Lamb Torree Fraze
3rd Overall Lamb Taylor Swenson
ARKANSAS STATE FAIR
Steers
Grand Champion Steer MacKenzie Morrison
Date: October 10-19, 2014 Location: Little Rock, AR Steer Judge: Brandon Callis, OK Results/Photos: Rural Route Creations
Reserve Champion Steer Chancee Clark
Hogs
Grand Champion Market Hog
Reserve Champion Market Hog
Katie Reinhart
Ryleigh Homan
Lambs
Grand Champion Market Lamb
Reserve Champion Market Lamb
Kinsey Watkins
Riley Hoyle
Goats
Grand Champion Market Goat
Reserve Champion Market Goat
Abby Rodgers
Kaylie Stone
WESTERN NUGGET NTL. HEREFORD SHOW
Horned Herefords
Grand Champion Horned Female Gary & Kathy Buchholz
Date: December 5-6, 2014 Location: Reno, NV Open Judge: Matt Copeland, NM Junior Judge: Chad Breeding, TX Results/Photos: Hereford Association
Reserve Champion Horned Female Glen Barrilleaux
Grand Champion Horned Bull Gary & Kathy Buchholz
Matt Copeland, Open Judge “It’s fun to be part of the Hereford breed right now. We are headed in the right direction and we’re in the driver’s seat in the beef industry today.”
Reserve Champion Horned Bull Colyer Herefords & Katie Colyer
Premier Horned Exhibitor
Premier Polled Exhibitor
Gary & Kathy Buchholz
Black Hills Herefords
Polled Herefords
Grand Champion Polled Female
Reserve Champion Polled Female
Brumley Farms, Jeremy Reno & Darrel & Elizabeth Reisch
Piper Colyer
Grand Champion Polled Bull
Reserve Champion Polled Bull
Brad & Dawn Gohr
Piper & Cruz Colyer
Premier Breeder
Premier Horned & Polled Breeder Colyer Herefords
WESTERN NUGGET NTL. HEREFORD SHOW Junior Show
Grand Champion Junior Female
Reserve Champion Junior Female
Jacqueline Rosson
Jacqueline Rosson
Grand Champion Bred & Owned Female
Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Female
Madison & Meagan Dewar
Piper Colyer
Grand Champion Bred & Owned Bull
Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Bull
Brandt & Lane Downing
Caitlyn Hartzell
NECC CLASSIC LIVESTOCK SHOW
Steers
Grand Champion Steer David Roberts
Date: November 25-26, 2014 Location: Norfolk, NE Results/Photos: Van Allan
Reserve Champion Steer Kassidy Bremer
Heifers
Grand Champion Heifer Whitney Walker
Reserve Champion Heifer Beau Bremer
Market Heifers
Grand Champion Market Heifer Jamie Hoblyn
Reserve Champion Market Heifer Kali Stratman
MICHIGAN WINTER CLASSIC
Heifers
Grand Champion Heifer Sterling Reichenbach
Date: December 5-7, 2014 Location: East Lansing, MI Steer Showmanship Judge: John Sweeney & Kayla Campbell Heifer Judges: Wayne & Barb Ohlrichs, NE Steer Judges: Mark & Deb Core, IA Results/Photos: Cindy
Reserve Champion Heifer Andrea Urbach
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WORKING HERSELF UP THE RANKS GRAND CHAMPION HEIFER
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BY STERLING REICHENBACH
’m 18 years old and I’m from Bath, Michigan. I’m a first generation cattle woman. Neither my parents grew up around livestock. What started as a hobby soon turned into a lifestyle when I decided to show Angus and Shorthorn cattle at the age of eleven. With going to college six hours away at Black Hawk College, it’s hard managing show cattle at
home. I’m beyond thankful for the team at Circle N and the Nowatzke family for all they’ve done to help me. Three hours is a long drive every weekend, but being able to work on my heifers and alongside one of the best herdsman in the country is unbeatable. ▪
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Nick Boersen
Morgan Bolinger
Maddison King
Steers
Grand Champion Steer
Reserve Champion Steer
Nick Boersen
Nick Boersen
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Allison Boersen
Erica Kapolnek
Taylor Bolinger
Showmanship Supreme Champion Steer Showman
Supreme Champion Heifer Showman
Maddison Webster
Ty Cool
Reserve Supreme Steer Showman
Reserve Supreme Heifer Showman
Elizabeth Fleming
Delaney Bates
Steer Showmanship Judgies Kayla Campbell & Jon Sweeney
AGR HOLIDAY CLASSIC
Market Animals Ring A
Grand Champion Market Animal Date: December 13-14, 2014
Kendra Gabriel
Location: Columbus, OH Ring A Judge: Jason Duggin, GA Ring B Judge: Tim Fitzgerald, PA Results/Photos: Linde
Reserve Champion Market Animal Kendra Gabriel
3rd Overall Market Animal
4th Overall Market Animal
5th Overall Market Animal
Samantha Morris
Jordan Johnson
Nick Boersen
Heifers Ring A
Grand Champion Heifer
Reserve Champion Heifer
Tyler Clark
Sarah Hunker
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Maci Chamberlin
Jordyn Sills
Abbie Collins
Market Animals Ring B
AGR HOLIDAY CLASSIC
3rd Overall Market Animal Kendra Gabriel
Grand Champion Market Animal Jordan Johnson
4th Overall Market Animal Brooke Egbert
5th Overall Market Animal Samantha Morris
Reserve Champion Market Animal Alex Witt
Heifers Ring B
3rd Overall Heifer Abbie Collins
Grand Champion Heifer Becca Chamberlin
4th Overall Heifer Cameron Alexander
5th Overall Heifer Kady Davis
Reserve Champion Heifer Maci Chamberlin
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Grand Champion Steer Seth Martin
Date: December 5-7, 2014 Location: Indianapolis, IN Heifer Judges: Nolan Flesner Jim Horsely Steer Judge: Brandon Horn Results/Photos: Linde
Reserve Champion Steer Samantha Morris
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Cole Mize
Cheyanne Bowman
Harper Henney
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BY HANNAH WINEGARDNER, OH
eing able to judge the Hoosier Beef Congress Senior showmanship with my Dad was a complete honor. Showmanship has always been highly important to my dad and I, so judging such a highly competitive group of juniors was an incredible opportunity not to mention a memory that we will have forever. I have been the showman on the other side of this story more times than I can count but I must admit that it was just as nerve-wracking to sort through these juniors. We saw so many talented young people go through that ring in the two days we were there. The state of Indiana should truly be proud of the talent they have raised! â–Ş Showmanship Champion Senior Showman
Supreme Champion Showman
Adrianne Trennepohl
Becca Chamberlin
Reserve Senior Showman Leslie Rogers
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3rd Overall Heifer
Heifers
Maci Chamberlin
Grand Champion Heifer Clayton Main
4th Overall Heifer Cole Wilcox
5th Overall Heifer Ashton Harvey
Reserve Champion Heifer Becca Chamberlin
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Steers Ring A
Grand Champion Steer Olivia Caldwell
Date: November 29-30, 2014 Location: Lima, OH Ring A Judge: Shane Bedwell, CO Ring B Judge: Bob May, WI Results/Photos: Linde
Reserve Champion Steer AJ Line
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Samantha Morris
Brooke Egbert
Elizabeth Heintz
Heifers Ring A
Grand Champion Heifer
Reserve Champion Heifer
Becca Chamberlin
Vada Vickland
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Addison Jones
Cole Wilcox
Maci Chamberlin
Steers Ring B
3rd Overall Steer Brooke Egbert
Grand Champion Steer Olivia Caldwell
4th Overall Steer Cole Whisman
5th Overall Steer Elizabeth Heintz
Reserve Champion Steer AJ Line
HEART OF IT ALL
Heifers Ring B
3rd Overall Heifer Clayton Main
Grand Champion Heifer Vada Vickland
4th Overall Heifer Allie Loftis
5th Overall Heifer Becca Chamberlin
Reserve Champion Heifer Becca Chamberlin
MINER COUNTY CALF SHOW
Steers
Grand Champion Steer Cash Voegele
Date: November 28, 2014 Location: Howard, SD Judge: Cory Thompson, SD Results/Photos: Gessner
Reserve Champion Steer Payton Beare
4th Overall Steer Trevor Bergh
3rd Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Allison Beninga
Payton Beare
Heifers Ring A
Grand Champion Heifer
Reserve Champion Heifer
Kylee Geppert
Trevor Bergh
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Kelsey Repenning
Martina Albrecht
Chesney Effling
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Steers
Grand Champion Steer Colton Shackleford
Date: December 6, 2014 Location: Denison, TX Steer Judge: Jim Williams Heifer Judge: Dr. John Rayfield Results/Photos: Barker
Reserve Champion Steer Harley Sargent
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Colton Shackleford
Trey Denny
Rylee Mattingly
Heifers
Grand Champion Heifer
Reserve Champion Heifer
Harley Sargent
Baylee Cowan
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Zackary Griffith
Chance Mccray
Garrett Chaney
SNEAK-A-PEEK PREVIEW
Steers Ring A
Grand Champion Steer Andrew Hodges
Date: December 6-7, 2014 Location: Syracuse, NE Ring A Judge: Mark Hoge Ring B Judge: Dustin Frank Results/Photos: Heidi Anderson
Reserve Champion Steer Dalton Lind
3rd Overall Steer
4th Overall Steer
5th Overall Steer
Trace Tricknor
Elizabeth Jones
David Roberts
Heifers Ring A
Grand Champion Heifer
Reserve Champion Heifer
Whitney Walker
Kadyn Cisco
3rd Overall Heifer
4th Overall Heifer
5th Overall Heifer
Beth Hodges
Makenzie Mawson
Jake Nikkel
Steers Ring B
3rd Overall Steer Elizabeth Jones
Grand Champion Steer David Roberts
4th Overall Steer Dalton Lind
5th Overall Steer Daulton Shanks
Reserve Champion Steer Maggie Ferguson
SNEAK-A-PEEK PREVIEW
Heifers Ring B
3rd Overall Heifer Catlyn Walbrecht
Grand Champion Heifer Whitney Walker
4th Overall Heifer Kadyn Cisco
5th Overall Heifer Makenzie Mawson
Reserve Champion Heifer Stetson Wiss
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• Complex, complete micro- • Complete, mini-pelleted feed • Complete mini-pelleted pelleted feed formulated designed for starting and feed designed for for starting early-weaned growing pigs 15 to 50 lb feeding to show pigs pigs weighing 8-15 lb; being fed for show pig sales weighing 25 to 75 lb; 1 bag/litter. or to be shown in early exhibi- 1 bag/litter. tion shows; 2-3 bags/litter. • Provides 24% protein, • Provides 20% protein, 7% fat, 1.7% lysine, • Provides 21.5% protein, 5.5% fat, 1.25% lysine chlortetracycline and 6.5% fat, 1.5% lysine and and ASP-250 (15-day Denagard®* (2-day chlortetracycline and Denawithdrawal). gard (2-day withdrawal). withdrawal).
GROWER/DEWORMER MoorMan’s ShowTec Starter/Grower LN/FBZ
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OPTIONAL DEVELOPER MoorMan’s ShowTec Developer LN — No. 10194AE • Complete, pelleted feed designed for show pigs over 50 lb needing additional muscle development; 21-day feeding period. • Provides 20% protein, 3.5% fat, 1.2% lysine and Lincomix (no withdrawal).
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• A complete, pelleted feed containing Paylean in combination with Tylan®* (no withdrawal). • Feed a minimum of 5 lb/hd/day as the sole ration for the last 4590 lb of gain (21 days). • Provides 18% protein, 2.5% fat, & 1% lysine.
• A complete, mini-pelleted feed containing Paylean in combination with Tylan (no withdrawal). • Feed as the sole ration for the last 45-90 lb of gain (21 days). • Provides 20% protein, 5.5% fat, & 1.25% lysine.
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A MAN THAT HAS SHARPENED HIS SKILLS AS WELL AS HIS CLIPPERS TO MAKE A LASTING IMPACT ON THE LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY.
TRACY GORETSKA JAN 2015
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Tracy’s passion for cattle sparked at a young age where he was active in 4-H showing cattle and grew up on a farm. Dave Jennison helped Tracy get started showing and clipping as a child. He later worked for Lavern Massman when Lavern was having sales. “Lavern gave me the opportunity to work for him. He showed me the ropes and taught me invaluable lessons for which I’ve always been thankful,” Tracy recalled. “Clipping was how I started out – I clipped a lot of sales all over the Midwest, including for Bob May, where I learned a lot.” Tracy also did a lot of clipping in Nebraska; where he became friends with Dave Stoltz. “I always hoped I would be able to clip half as well as he could!” Tracy spoke a lot about how much he admired and looked up to Davey. In 1996 and 1997, he and Barry Nowatzke hosted a sale together in Michigan City, Indiana. In 1998, Tracy decided to try to sell a few calves out of his home in Russell, Iowa, where he has had his annual fall sale ever since. ▪
FAVORITE PART OF WHAT HE DOES...
...being able to make a living doing what he loves to do. He loves going to shows with his daughter Macey and looks forward to when his son Cash is old enough to show.
BIGGEST ACCOMPLISHMENT...
...the overall accomplishment is just being able to do it. He is thankful that Goretska Show Steers has had some success over the years.
ADVICE FOR OTHERS...
...Work hard. Take small steps – it doesn’t happen overnight. Don’t get discouraged.
FUTURE GOALS...
...to continue to sell the highest quality of cattle we can.
I have known Tracy for over 25 years. I have been associated with him on many different levels from competitor to co-worker to partner and mostly as a friend. From the first time I worked with Tracy, it was clear to me that he had such a passion that he will settle for nothing less than perfection. With that passion and unparalleled talent, he is nearly unmatched in the Show Steer Industry for his ability to find them, sell them, fit them, and make them win. There are few that have the ability to do those things on the level Tracy does, let alone do all those things on that level. The mark he has made on the Show steer Industry will be everlasting. There are a lot of young fitters and clippers that look up to Tracy and want to clip like him. Good luck with that! LOL! We all know Tracy is a great clipper. What everyone needs to know is that that is only a small reason why he is so successful. His work ethic is second to none. He always pays attention to the little things that some people take for granted. He conducts his business as a professional and has earned the respect from his peers and customers by doing so. He is the kind of positive role model we need in today’s society. ▪
WADE RODGERS, IA I’ve known Tracy since I was about the age of 15. He is someone that I have always looked up to. It was constantly my hope that I could someday be able to achieve the talents of presenting show cattle at the level of quality that he can. Tracy has a very good eye for cattle and an unmatched work ethic. He is a true example of how doing honest and truthful business will lead to success. I’m very fortunate to have been able to meet and role model myself after several great people in the show cattle industry at a young age. After all of the people I’ve had the pleasure of doing business with in my short time, he’s still at the top of the list!! ▪
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Bo Sanders November 2012
Jack Ward January 2013
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STACEY KERSTEN
A NEBRASKA SHOW MOM SHARES HER STORY.
BY STACEY KERSTEN, NE
day in the life of a Show Mom!
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ecember 14, 8:00 p.m. and the article requested of me is due tomorrow! Here I am on my drive home from getting a show heifer’s hooves trimmed as the showman is at home doing her homework in preparation for finals week! Oh yeah, and “Mom, when you get home, after supper, will you proof my essay for English?” Guess this is just another
So, how did I end up with this crazy lifestyle as a Show Mom? Kind of hard to trace back exactly as I grew up on the Rosebud Reservation in south central South Dakota on a farm with commercial cattle. I went to college on a volleyball and basketball scholarship. My ultimate goal was to become a certified athletic trainer and physical therapist. During my second year of physical therapy school, I met a fella at The Starlight Ballroom in Wahoo, NE! Now, doesn’t that sound like the type of place one should meet their future husband! I’m pretty sure the handshake that would seal the deal, so to say, is what my dad said when Kevin asked him if he would bless our engagement, “All sales are final, there are NO RETURNS!” That must have been it! Now after darn near 22 years of marriage, Kevin and I have 2 wonderful daughters, Stephanie age 16 and Korie age 6. Kevin grew up right where live and began his show career showing cattle and pigs. He was fortunate to have shown at the county
and state fair, as well as participated in Ak-Sar-Ben approximately 30 years ago. Now here we are instead of chasing kids with soccer balls, we are chasing kids and cattle! I wouldn’t trade it for the world! We, along with Kevin’s parents, Larry & Judy, are partners in Kersten Cattle Co. We live between Omaha & Lincoln, NE in what I call the foothills of Interstate 80! Our operation is a bit of everything. We started with primarily Maine Anjou cattle, and have added Simmentals to the mix. Plus we have a few club calves, a few bulls to keep the operation interesting and last but not least, a small herd of Miniature Herefords! These are Korie’s project, but what a confidence booster they have been! When asked if I considered myself a Show Mom, I wouldn’t say I feel as experienced as those before me. I admire them greatly and marvel at the organization, patience, and appearance of ease they make their positions appear! I feel I learn each time we go to a show and visit with them whether it be about my role as Show Mom, wife, or hired hand. I look to others for advice and guidance as I make decisions that will have a substantial impact on my family as we move forward within our
industry. It is with heartfelt gratitude that I say thank you to them for paving the way for rookies like myself! During my ongoing tenure as Show Mom, I have enjoyed building a closer bond with my daughters. We have had a few family discussions about how things should be done, but isn’t that how lessons are learned? I wouldn’t trade this opportunity to be able to work side by side with our kids. Kevin and I get to teach them many lessons they will never read about in a book; work ethic, responsibility, determination, dedication to a goal, sacrifice, financial well being, in general, the basic ups and downs of life through an experience in agriculture. As we look back on the memories we have made over
the years, we smile, and laugh about many! Korie’s spray bath with the garden hose at junior nationals or the potty break she decided to take in the make-up ring at the American Royal! Even so, we know as we move forward on our journey, we have many more experiences to share and lessons to learn. We are so blessed to have developed relationships with an extended show family that stretches from state to state with “Aunts”, “Uncles” & “Cousins” too numerous to name! We are excited about being able to spend time with each person as we know from personal experience, life can be cut way too short, way too soon! You never know what kind of impact you can or will have on another! We wish to extend our best wishes to each of you for a prosperous and blessed 2015! Hope to see you soon! ▪
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Trade Show open (Livestock Center, Lower Arena) Junior Show check-in: all Sat. breeds must be checked-in (Barn 26) Illinois Angus Futurity Show (Livestock Center, Upper Arena) Stock Show U & Fitting Contest (Livestock Center & Barn 18J) Illinois Angus Association Meeting (Livestock Center, Lower Arena) Hereford Gala & Sale Cattle on Display (Livestock Center) Hereford Sale (Livestock Center, Upper Arena)
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HARLEY SARGENT A GIRL WHO IS HOOKED ON SHOWING CATTLE AND IS PART OF THE FUTURE OF THE LIVESTOCK INDUSTRY! BY HARLEY SARGENT
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y name is Harley Sargent I am from Denison, Texas. Denison is a small town located just North of Dallas on the Texas Oklahoma line. I am the Daughter of Jeff and Kim Sargent and I attend Texoma Christian School in Sherman, Texas, where I am currently a sophomore. At my school we do not have FFA; therefore, I am a member of the Grayson County 4-H. I have been around cattle my entire life. I attended my first cattle show at the age of two weeks old and started showing cattle at the age of eight years old. The first stock show I participated in was a Saturday Jackpot in McKinney, Texas with my show heifer Harriet, who was named for the amount of hair she had. Harriet and I were fortunate enough to come out on top and win Champion ORB. That was all it took for me to get hooked and realize this was something I wanted
to pursue and take to another level. To this point some of my biggest accomplishments have been starting in 2009 with winning the Shorthorn Plus show in Louisville and the Fort Worth Open Show. Since then I have managed to have Champion Simmental Heifer at Fort Worth Junior Show and Champion Prospect Steer at Shorthorn Junior Nationals Five years in a row. The past year was the biggest year as a whole where I showed my favorite heifer LFL Candy Corn, raised by Bruce Lawrence of Anton, Texas. Candy and I were fortunate enough to win Champion Limousin Heifer at Fort Worth, San Antonio, and Houston as well as Supreme Champion at the Houston Livestock Show. A long the way I have been showing steers at some of the major shows in Texas and I have been very fortunate to put a few in the sale at Fort Worth. One of my goals yet to reach is to win a breed champion at a major steer show in Texas. Along with showing I enjoy playing Basketball, Volleyball and Softball at my High School, spending time with my grandparents and taking care of my two dogs and cat. I hope to attend Texas A & M University or Texas Tech University and major in AgriBusiness. I owe all of my success to the breeders who have helped me make wise decisions about my show calves and to my family for always being there and supporting me in everything I do from sports and academics to showing. I cannot honestly thank all of you enough I would not be the person I am today if it was not for each and every one of you. â&#x2013;Ş
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WE BRING YOU COVERAGE OF THE COLLEGIATE LIVESTOCK JUDGING PROGRAM. OVER THE NEXT FEW PAGES WE WILL HIGHLIGHT THE PURDUE LIVESTOCK JUDGING PROGRAM, THE HIGH INDIVIDUAL FROM THE NAILE SR. LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST, AND AN OFFICIALS TAKE ON LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTESTS. Ashley Judge .......................................264 All American Awards ...............................265 Willow Springs Classic.......................265 Officials Comments ...........................265
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collegiate livestock judging
Hometown: San Luis Obispo, CA Judging Team: Oklahoma State University Achievement: High Individual 2014 NAILE Sr. Collegite Livestock Judging Contest Quote: “You can do anything you put your mind to. The only person limiting you from your own success is yourself.”
SHLEY JUD E California Girl Reigns Supreme in Louisville.
I
f you had one shot, one opportunity, to seize everything you ever wanted, would you take it or just let it slip?” I found this quote to be very suiting for how I felt going into judge at Louisville. More than anything, I feel completely humbled to have not only won the N.A.I.L.E., but more so blessed to have been given so many opportunities in my eight year judging career. My collegiate coaches, Clay Elliot and Blake Bloomberg, are not only amazing teachers but more importantly, talented and great individuals. Neither of them ever hesitated taking a chance on a young lady from California like myself. They molded me and pushed me to achieve all that I could and to never give up. The people who have influenced me the most however,
are easily my parents. My mom, Becky Judge, gave up many things to be my coach in high school. My family taught me the value of hard work, dedication and having a will to win that has carried through in every aspect of my life. Without these people supporting me, a win at N.A.I.L.E. would have never been possible. I encourage all those who judge or want to judge, either in high school or college, to one, have faith in your abilities and two, never give up. Especially young ladies and women involved in the livestock industry. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t evaluate animals, you can’t talk stock and you won’t ever judge a show. You can do anything you put your mind to. The only person limiting you from your own success is yourself.
Intercollegiate Livestock Judging Team Coaches Association
2014 All American Awards
Gary Agar Oklahoma State
Kiah Gourley Kansas State
Jake Bloomberg Oklahoma State
Brady Jensen Kansas State
Brittany Blum Texas Tech
Amber Shipe Iowa State
Austin Crissman Texas Tech
Lindsay Rae Upperman Kansas State
Garrett Foote Texas Tech
Kelly Vierck Oklahoma State
THE FINAL JUDGEMENT
FROM A CONTEST OFFICIAL’S POINT-OF-VIEW
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aving the opportunity to serve as an official for a national judging contest is quite the honor. Collegiate judging teams from across the country practice countless hours outside the classroom, all while trying to achieve their academic goals, in hopes that the official evaluation is a sound, correct one. Quite the task rides on your shoulders to ensure that each class is placed correctly, and makes sense from an industry and production perspective. Knowing that fellow industry professionals trust your judgement of the livestock you are asked to evaluate is a very rewarding, and full-circle accomplishment from a career standpoint.
4TH ANNUAL WILLOW SPRINGS CLASSIC
2014 Willow Springs Classic
JR. & SR. COLLEGIATE LIVESTOCK JUDGING CONTEST Location: Willow Springs Cattle Company 14844 Walker Road Prairie Grove, AR 72753
Information: There are over 20 teams enrolled so far for this year’s contest from across the country. Teams from Arkansas, Oklahoma, Missouri, Kansas, Texas, Illinois, Iowa, and Mississippi are all coming this year.
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JR. COLLEGE TOP 5 TEAMS
SR. COLLEGE TOP 5 TEAMS
#
TEAM
SCORE
#
1
Lincoln Land Community College
4,692
1
TEAM
SCORE
Purdue University
4,588
2
Blinn College
4,685
2
Oklahoma State University
4,585
3
Hutchinson Community College
4,678
3
Colorado State University
4,585
4
Redlands Community College
4,677
4
Western Illinois University
4,582
5
Butler Community College
4,650
5
Texas Tech University
4,579
JR. COLLEGE TOP 10 INDIVIDUALS
SR. COLLEGE TOP 10 INDIVIDUALS
#
NAME
TEAM
SCORE
#
NAME
TEAM
SCORE
1
Quest Newberry
Blinn College
954
1
Ashley Judge
Oklahoma St.
951
2
Coffman Liggett
Hutchinson
953
2
D.J. Etzler
Colorado St.
939
3
Riley Lafrentz
Hutchinson
951
3
Will Coor
W. Illinois
939
4
Kate Shaffer
Redlands
950
4
Gary Agar
Oklahoma St.
934
5
Jackson Johnson
Lincoln Land
949
5
Taylor Frank
Texas Tech
932
6
Tim Hubbard
Redlands
948
6
Courtney Tarvin
Ohio State
932
7
Brody Halfmann
Blinn College
946
7
Bobby Strecker
Colorado St.
932
8
Callie Akins
Butler
946
8
Andrew Sloan
W. Illinois
931
9
Dalton Heavner
Lincoln Land
946
9
Tyler Gosdz
Texas A&M
929
10
Cooper Bounds
Butler
942
10
Callie Edie
Purdue
927
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bred heifer online sale Jan. 27, 2015
1 1. KMJ Miss Mo Bear | PB Simm | ReG : 2790639 GCC Momentum 142X x BT Mr. Jade T61 Bred to High Voltage | due 3.9.15 API : 105.5
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2 2. JSUL FRUITY TAMALE | CHI / SHORTHORNPLUS Reg. : P 371970 SULL RIGHT DIRECTION x HEATWAVE Bred to I-80 | due 2.16.15
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3. FULL SIB TO $90K HEIFER 4. KCC 1 VERONICA 853A 5. KRIEGERS EMPRESSES A7050 SOLD IN LAST YEAR'S SALE 5/8 SIMM | REG. : 2789739 PB SIMM | REG. : 2757192 IRISH WHISKEY x Donor 14R HEATWAVE CHOPPER x VERMILLION DATELINE JF AMERICAN PRIDE x BUILT RIGHT Bred to I-80 | due 2.22.15 Bred to HIGH VOLTAGE | due 2.22.15 Bred to HIGH VOLTAGE | due 3.12.15 TH & PHA FREE API : 98.3 API : 117.7
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6 6. Walks alone x 443P Steermaker Bred to Comfort Zone | due 2.23.15 7. monopoly x Kadabra | chi Bred to Chiangus t-bone son | due 3.8.15 8. man among boys x Donor 14R Heatwave Bred to Comfort Zone | due 2.23.15
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WHAT IS YOUR LIFE BUILT ON? THIS ISSUE, BRAD DISCUSSES WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO BUILD YOUR LIFE ON A ROCK. BY BRAD HENDERSON, CO
“And why call ye me, Lord, Lord, and do not the things which I say? Whosoever cometh to me, and heareth my sayings, and doeth them, I will shew you to whom he is like: He is like a man which built an house, and digged deep, and laid the foundation on a rock: and when the flood arose, the stream beat vehemently upon that house, and could not shake it: for it was founded upon a rock. But he that heareth, and doeth not, is like a man that without a foundation built an house upon the earth; against which the stream did beat vehemently, and immediately it fell; and the ruin of that house was great. Luke 6: 46-49:2
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our life is so much like a building. It’s only as good as the foundation it’s built on.
Jesus starts the verses above with a tough question – basically, if you call me your Lord, why don’t you do the things I tell you to do? And he follows it up explaining that His teachings aren’t something to just give lip service to- His teachings are Truth and they will stand when the storms come. We’ve talked a lot about Jesus paying the price, in full, for your salvation and there’s nothing you can add to what He’s done for you. The debt for your sin is paid the instant you accept the sacrifice He made for you. His innocent blood covers all your sin. And now that you’ve been saved from the law that sin equals death there is something you can do… don’t stop at Christ being your Savior… make Him the Lord of your life.
Our culture is filled with traps and snares just waiting to wrap you up in chains and tie you down. And it’s filled with quick sand. If you don’t have a firm base, a rock that is infinite and unmovable, you will get blown wherever the wind wants to take you. And take it from this old guy; it takes a long time to clean up from bad decisions. No matter how good they seemed at the time. Some decisions are irreversible and you will carry those scars forever. But if you can stand firmly on His strong foundation and filter every decision through His teachings, you’ll still be standing when everything around you has been carried away. God doesn’t change and neither do His rules of right and wrong. Our culture is in a lot of trouble right now. From our public schools to our government “leaders” they have all cut the mooring lines to moral Truth and have decided they know what is right and wrong, just and unjust, good and evil. The Truth isn’t someone’s opinion and
isn’t open to interpretation. If it was, then it wouldn’t be the Truth. Murder, theft, lies, adultery are wrong and they will always be wrong. Just one example- The United States Supreme Court may rule, and the government may pass a law saying, some forms of murder are legal but the destruction to lives goes far beyond anything they could have imagined. What God says is wrong, will always be wrong, and the consequences for not following His teachings are dire, both as a society and as an individual. When the storms come, and they are coming, the only ones left standing will be those whose lives are tied off hard and fast to God’s unchanging Word. Jesus wants you to live an extraordinary life, and He’s given you the road map to not just live but soar. Don’t build your life on this world’s constantly shifting sands. Build your life on the eternal Rock that has always been and will always be. ▪
BIBLE VERSES Proverbs 28:1 “The wicked flee when no man pursueth: but the righteous are bold as a lion.” Ecclesiastes 12:1314 “Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep His
commandments; for this is the whole duty of man. For God shall bring every work into judgment, with every secret thing, whether it be good, or whether it be evil.”
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FEBRUARY 14TH - FEBRUARY 22ND, 2015 B E A PA R T O F N E B R A S K A’ S
WINTER FAMILY EVENT 2 4 TH A N N U A L
FEBRUARY 14 -22 , 2015 TH
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BU FFA LO CO UNT Y FAIRGROU NDS | KEA RNE Y, NEBR AS KA The 24th Annual Classic opens Saturday, February 14th
with the Ranch Horse Competition and Working Dog Demonstration. The Classic will feature seminars for cattlemen, cattle shows and sales and a tremendous Market Place for cattlemen and women—plus several events for youth! The Classic will also have scholarship opportunities for FFA chapters in the state of Nebraska. This Classic Ranch Horse Sale feature is coming from the Nebraska Sandhills. She is ready to go to work for you! This Ranch Horse sells. The Ranch Horse Sale will feature 32 Ranch Horses.
Don’t miss all the opportunities for Nebraska Youth!
Royal Ice Sale
Don’t miss the ELITE offering of Embryo packages in this sale! Thursday, February 19th at 7 pm. Embryos by this donor and Monopoly 4 sell!
THE EVENT FOR CATTLEMEN OF ALL AGES Hereford, Polled Hereford, Red Angus, Angus, Simmental, Charolais, Limousin, Gelbvieh/Balancer, Shorthorn, Maine Anjou, Chianina, Prospect Steers, Fancy Heifers, Commercial Bred Heifers
This Polled Hereford Sale feature is sired by the National Champion, Trust 100W ET.
This powerhouse is a sale feature in the Classic Chianina Sale. This Steel Force son is dual registered as a Simmental or Chianina. You will not miss him at the Classic Sales!
This fancy Simmental half blood is sired by Steel Force. She has already had a very successful show career. Tremendous show heifer prospect featured at the Classic.
This Angus Sale Feature at the Classic is sired by SAV Brilliance. His maternal sister was the 2014 Classic Champion Angus female. Mark your calendar for the Classic Sales.
The Shorthorn Junior Nationals are in Nebraska this summer. This Shorthorn Sale feature will be very competitive for you this summer!
What an opportunity here with this Monopoly heifer! She sells in the Chianina Sale at the Classic. She sells safe in calf to I-80. Several of the sales feature bred heifers.
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27
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10
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11
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12
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12
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14
BULL SALE
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14 FEB
15
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HEREFORD & POLLED HEREFORD BULL SALE
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he Showtimes has big plans for 2015. From the return of The Blackout 3 Jackpot in Loveland, Colorado on March 20-22nd, to sponsoring another show in South Dakota, The SDSU Block & Bridle and AGR Jackrabbit Memorial, on February 28th - we are all geared up for a productive year! Our show calendar is packed from January to December; however, we know that as the year moves on, we will add even more to the list!
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THE SHOWTIMES JR. LIVESTOCK MAGAZINE Stock Show Edition | Jan/Feb 2015 | 40
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AGR Classic.......................................................................212 AGR Spring Showdown ...................................................246 Ak-Sar-Ben ..........................................................................94 ALJA Annual Heifer Raffle................................................33 American Royal ................................................................293 Andis ....................................................................................75
Elliott Cattle Company.......................................................91 Empire State Beef Classic...................................................46 Executive Sires ...........................................................304,305
B Bauman Showtime Sale....................................................301 Begalka Livestock .............................................................214 Bellar Cattle Co. ........................................................276,277 Bill Rogers Classic ............................................................296 Blackout Jackpot 3 ........................................................25-28 Blind Badger Ranch .........................................................292 Boss Cattle ...........................................................................92 Breeders World .................................................................258 Bright Lights........................................................................50 Brighton Feed & Saddlery................................................293 Brock Welshans Show Cattle.............................................87
C Calf Climate.........................................................................84 Carrousel Farms................................................................259 Cash Only.............................................................................89 Cattle Visions ............................................................208-211 Champions Row..................................................................47 Clark County Cattle Battle ..............................................282 Cool Calf............................................................................262 Cover-All Signs & Banners ...................................38,39,283 Cruise Control Calf Cable ...............................................283 CW Cattle Sales .........................................................290,291 Cyclone Classic .................................................................246 Cyclone Trace.................................................................64,65
F Focus Marketing Group Inc. .............................................31
G Genesource........................................................................281 Golden Flo ...........................................................................29 Great Lakes Showdown ...................................................247 Green & Gold Showdown..................................................24
H Hamilton Photography.....................................................219 Harmony Hill.................................................................10,11 Heifer Shop..........................................................................43 Honor Show Chow .............................................................96 Hope for the Rancher.......................................................100 Hybrid Advantage.............................................................284
I IHBA ..................................................................................135 Illinois Beef Expo..............................................................254
J Jensen Livestock Agency..................................................221 Jose .....................................................................................306
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Dakota Classic................................................................20,21 David Blach, Cedar Fiber.................................................259 Decatur County Cattle Battle..........................................297 Donor Shop .........................................................................43
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For advertising information, please contact us at Phone: 303.941.1004 Email: theshowtimes@yahoo.com Web: theshowtimesmagazine.com/advertise
Legacy Livestock Imaging ...............................................219 Linde's Livestock Photos .................................................219 Lubrisyn Livestock .............................................................71
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Magness Land & Cattle......................................................45 Man Among Thieves ..........................................................90 Marinda Simpson Insurance...........................................278 Matt Lautner Cattle ....................................................Covers Matt Lowery Auctioneer..................................................283 MM Outlaw 302 ...............................................................283 Moonlight ............................................................................82 MoorMan's ShowTec........................................................238 Murphy Trailer Sales ........................................................253
SCCL ....................................................................................78 SDSU Jackrabbit Memorial .............................................257 SEK Genetics .......................................................................40 Show Stock Planet.............................................................218 Show Time Cattle Company .............................................44 Sire Shop ..............................................................................43 Steck Cattle ............................................................................7 Steer Shop ............................................................................43 Stierwalt Cattle & Clinics ..................................................93 Stock Show Boutique..........................................................77 Sullivan Supply...................................................................4,5 Summit Farms.......................................................................9 Sunglo .............................................................................66,67 Supreme Trailer Sales .........................................................95
N Nathan Club Lambs .........................................................215 Nebraska Cattlemen's Classic ..................................286,287 North Central Regional Simmental Classic ..................283 Northeastern Junior College .............................................32 Northern Classic Preview................................................247 Northern Feed & Bean.....................................................232
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OSU Block & Bridle Bonanza ...........................................76 Outback Ranch .................................................................233 Oxy-Explosion ....................................................................48
The Old West Cedarmill ..................................................232 Toenyes Show Pigs..............................................................83 Trans Ova Genetics ............................................................79 Transwest ...........................................................................285 Tree Lane Farms....................................................................8 Tres Rios Silver..................................................................300 Twisted Stitch ......................................................................15
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Pacific Showcase ...............................................................221 Pearl's Pics ...........................................................................23 Perfect Storm.........................................................................6 Prairie View Farms .............................................................18 Priority 1 Sale, Pryor Show Cattle...................................BC Purple Circle .....................................................................221
VCCP Winter Classic.......................................................252 VitaFerm.........................................................................62,63
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R Ranch House Designs ........................................................49 Reimann Ranches .........................................................IFC,3 Ritchey Livestock ID.........................................................220 Rockin S Livestock Hauling ............................................234 Rural Route Creations.......................................................221
W Weaver Leather Livestock ............................................68,69 Western Elite Female Sale..................................................97 Western LLC .....................................................................219 Wilson Cattle Company...................................................239 Winning Fill ........................................................................80 W-W Paul Scales.................................................................70 Stand Alone Insert Attached to Page 227
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