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Alaska
17 13
2 3
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14 15 NORTH WEST
Hawaii
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CENTRAL
EAST
SOUTH
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12
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SOUTHEAST
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
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Canada, New Zealand, Australia
Chairman of the Board: Johnny Hicks (269) 721-3473
Treasurer: Kevin Rooker (817) 692-7843
Vice Chairman: Keith Du Bose (979) 277-2161
Parliamentarian: David Wars (936) 404-2116
Secretary: Stephen Head (979) 549-5270
TLBAA Regions
AT-LARGE DIRECTORS At-Large Director
Keith Du Bose
(979) 277-2161 kwdubose@gmail.com At-Large Director
Elizabeth Fritz (214) 499-3542 ejbfritz@gmail.com
DIVISION A ~ REGIONS 1-6 Region 1/2 - Director
Deb Lesyk
(306) 867-3039 halters.buckets@yahoo.com Region 3/4 - Director
Johnny Hicks
(269) 721-3473 hicksamericanbulldogs@yahoo.com Region 5/6 - Director
Tom Ryder
(256) 349-9364 ryder.tom40@gmail.com
Charles Schreiner III* 1964-1967 Walter G. Riedel, Jr.* 1967-1969 J.G. Phillips, Jr.* 1969-1971 Walter B. Scott* 1971-1973 James Warren 1973-1975 J.W. Isaacs* 1975-1977 J.T. “Happy” Shahan* 1977-1978 John R. Ball* 1979-1980
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Bill Anthony* 1981-1982 Dr. L.V. Baker 1982-1984 Dr. W.D. “Bill” Clark 1984-1986 Richard D. Carlson 1986-1988 John T. Baker 1988-1990 Riemer Calhoun, Jr. 1990-1992 Glen W. Lewis 1992-1995
DIVISION B ~ REGIONS 7-12
DIVISION C ~ REGIONS 13-18
Region 7 - Director
David Wars
(936) 404-2116 w5longhorns@yahoo.com Region 8 - Director
Kevin Rooker
(817) 692-7843 krooker61@gmail.com
Region 13/14 - Director
Justin Georges
(402) 580-0209 justin.georges@yahoo.com Region 15 Director
David Edwards
(918) 557-0364 dledwards.texaslonghorncattle@gmail.com
Region 9 - Director
Amanda Danley
(432) 894-1439 adanley@seminoleisd.net Region 10 - Director
Region 16 - Director
Kris Johnson
(307) 751-8867 kristopherjohnson1995@gmail.com
Keith Hagler
(512) 914-3333 khagler@taylorautocredit.com
Region 17/18 - Director
Region 11 - Director
(661) 805-3074 mike@lucasranch.net
Stephen Head
Mike Lucas
(979) 549-5270 headshorns@hotmail.com Region 12 - Director
Mike McLeod (361) 771-5355
Tim Miller* 1995-1998 Sherman Boyles 1998-2003 Bob Moore* 2003-2005 Joel Lemley 2006-2007 Ben Gravett* 2007 Dr. Fritz Moeller* 2007-2009 Maurice Ladnier 2009-2010
Robert Richey 2010 Steven Scott Zunker 2010-2011 Brent Bolen 2011-2012 Bernard Lankford 2012-2013 Todd McKnight 2013-2016 Tom Matott 2016-2019
TLBAA EDUCATIONAL/RESEARCH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Keith DuBose 2019 - 2023
John T. Baker – (512) 515-6730 jtb2@earthlink.net
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Matt McGuire - (405) 742-4351 semkinlonghorns@mindspring.com Mark Hubbell – (269) 838-3083 hubbelllonghorns@aol.com Dr. David Hillis – (512) 789-6659 doublehelix@att.net Felix Serna – (361) 294-5331 fserna@elcoyote.com
COVER STORIES 14 TLBAA Special Awards It’s Time To Vote!
Take a look at this year’s nominees and get your vote in. Ballot included.
18 Laying The Groundwork For Selling
October 2023 Vol. 35 • No. 7
Longhorn Beef
From finding a processor to deciding how to sell and who your customer is some forethought is required for success. By Myra Basham
30 TLBAA Director Visits Longhorn
Ranches in Denmark You never know where in the world
DEPARTMENTS 2 Board of Directors
you’ll find Texas Longhorns and the breeders who love them. Submitted by Kevin Rooker
6 Editor’s Note
27 New Members
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FEATURES
TLBT
12 Procedures to Nominate Division C Directors 17 7th Annual Rodger Damrow Colorful Calf Contest 17 New Photo Contest for 2020 Females 22 Cattle Management For Optimum Winter Herd Health
Fall is the time to start preparing for the coming winter months. By Heather Smith Thomas
35 Affiliate News
39 Show Results
44 Breeders Guide
25 2023 Bolen Production Sale Results 26 26th Butler Breeder’s Invitational Sale Results
Index/Just For Grins
28 2023 G&G Fall Classic Sale & Futurity Results
Calendar
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About the Cover:
A member of one of the original Longhorn families, this beautiful Butler female is striking in her native environment. Photo by Jason Christa. Used with permission of Robert & Kim Richey of San Angelo, TX
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EDITOR’S NOTES IS THERE ANYBODY OUT THERE? While the world we live in is supposedly more connected than ever, communication and connection seem to be a thing of the past. I mourn reading. I stay too stretched on time to get much extra-curricular reading done and it makes me very sad. Not only that, it hampers the ability to pull words to mind when writing, and these days I’ve not managed to do that much either. Yet with all the busy-ness and all the social media deluge, I continually hear people sayng “I never knew that _________ was something I could do (or participate in, or attend)”. I believe we’re all so caught up in the rabbit trails social media presents to us that we forget we could use some of the time watching funny cat videos to read or pursue further education, even on social media, about things that are actually meaningful - like Longhorns! Trails is tasked with not only disseminating information in print, but the website and social media fall under our jurisdiction as well. So the monthly Trails Magazine (free online) is a great resource for informational articles, sale results and great advertising of Longhorn programs and events, but you also have a weekly E-newsletter called E-Trails that gets more immediate updates to you, if you sign up for it on our website. Speaking of websites, www.tlbaa.org features an industry calendar not just for TLBAA sponsored events, but any Longhorn related sales and events that choose to provide us with information. TLBAA sponsored events also post updates via Facebook and some events also have their own Facebook prescence as does Longhorn beef. If you ever have any doubt about how to find any type of information regarding Longhorns, give the TLBAA office a call. If we don’t know, we can usually tell who you can call to track the information you need down. You can also feel free to tell people who are simply interested in more general information to call as well. We are here not just to register cattle, but to serve as an educational and informational resource as well. With the Horn Showcase wrapping this month, our next big event is Texas Longhorn Weekend in January 2024. Take a look inside to see what that event includes and make your plans to join us in Fort Worth, TX. The ballot to vote for this year’s TLBAA Special Awards can be found in this issue along with the nominees and why they were nominated. Do your part and send your ballot in. Nominations were down a bit...I’m sure people meant to do it but this world we live in sure has a way of sidetracking us from what we know we should be doing. So for those who did send in nominations...Thank You!
DEADLINE: December 2023 Issue:
Blessings,
Myra Basham Myra Basham Editor-in-Chief
October 30th Horn Showcase Edition
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Butler Breeder’s 26th Invitational Sale Extends A Special Thanks to our Consignors & Buyers
2023 High Sellers and High Buyers
Sale Host Michael McLeod with High Sellers Kim & Robert Richey, Russell Hooks, High Buyers Sandi & Stan Tidwell, Falls Creek Longhorns and Sale Host Kaso Kety
CONSIGNORS:
Beadle Land & Cattle Bennett Longhorn Cattle Co. BPT Longhorns C4 Longhorns Dalgood Longhorns Falls Creek Longhorns Jack Mountain Ranch Kety/McLeod/Doyle Partnership Kety/Sellers Partnership Little Ace Cattle Co. Longhorn Cattle Co. McLeod Ranch Rosenberger/Christa Partnership Roberts Longhorns Sand Hills Ranch Stanley Cattle Co. Triple R Ranch Westfarms, Inc. Wynfaul Acres Karla & Brad Jalas Jana & Van Noland Pam & Ron Williams MacNeil Farm and Ranch
BUYERS Bill & Molly Crozier John & Jane Thate Stan Tidwell Robert & Kim Richey Rosenberger/Christa Partnership Shane Kleinwolterink Malcolm & Connie Goodman Ray Beadle Matt Doyle Emma McInnis Lucas Jorae James & Helen Cloakey Mark Christenson Jeff & Kristi Ging Charlie Russell Burns James Butler Richard Francoeur Laura Macneil Hal & Betty Meyer Derrick Smith Kety/McLeod/Doyle Partnership Matt & Dale Westmoreland Bo Baker Gustin Byers TEXAS LONGHORN TRAILS
Paul & Judi Sellers Carolyn Smith Ben & Phyllis Termin Dave & Sharon Roberts Kasar & Lisa Kety Scott & Denita Young John Miller Kety/Sellers Partnership Matt & Mary Vanek Ava Grace Christa Michael & Jackie McLeod Brad & Karla Jalas Adam DeSplinter Elisa Carter Darrell & Cheree Taylor Kaeli Hall Kip Dove Rebecca Gilbert Bruce Hughes Michael Bennett Michael Powell Suzanne & William Torkildsen M.D. Joel & Shirley Lemley January 2016 | 11
Frank Anderson Jr. and III 828 S. Rosemary Dr. • Bryan, TX 77802 (979) 846-8020 • (713) 502-5224 edie.wakefield@gmail.com Bo Baker & Kellsey Gallagher Mount Airy, MD 21771 (301) 806-6493 Beadle Land & Cattle Ray & Bonnie Beadle Los Gatos & Hollister, CA 95032 (408) 834-0110 raybeadle@comcast.net Bennett Longhorn Cattle Co. Michael Bennett 2159 Country Club RD • Lucas, TX 75002 (214) 385-6789 bennett@lucasfence.com BPT Longhorns Ben & Phyllis Termin Weatherford, TX (817) 374-2635 luvmylonghorns@gmail.com Butler Texas Longhorns Buster & Thalia Butler
Jennings, OK 936-577-6129 buster@butlertxlonghorns.com www.butlertxlonghorns.com C4 Longhorns Bill & Molly Crozier 208 CR 4145 • Woodville, TX 75979 (409) 200-9720 www.c4longhorns.com Christa Cattle Co. Jason & Louis Christa 2577 FM 1107 • Stockdale, TX 78160 christacattleco@msn.com www.christacattleco.com (210) 232-1818 Dalgood Longhorns Malcolm & Connie Goodman 6260 Inwood Dr. • Houston, TX 77057 (713) 782-8422 dalgood@comcast.net www.dalgoodlonghorns.com Falls Creek Longhorns Stan & Sandi Tidwell 2330 W. FM 875 • Midlothian, TX 76065 (972) 989-8939 www.fallscreeklonghorns.com Hicks Texas Longhorns Johnny & Missy Hicks 1518 E. Britol Rd. • Dowling, MI 49050 (269) 721-3473 hicksamericanbulldogs@yahoo.com www.michiganmafialonghorns.com/Hicks
Jane’s Land & Cattle Co. John & Jane Thate 418 W. Margaret St. • Fairmont, MN 56031 (507) 235-3467 Kaso, Lisa & Jake Kety Little Ace Cattle Co. P.O. Box 386 • Folsom, LA 70437 (985) 796-3918 ketyfolsom@aol.com McLeod Ranch Michael, Jackie, Mike & Makayla McLeod 355 CR 3031 • Edna, TX 77957 (361) 782-0155 Brennan & Michele Potts Rocking P Longhorns P.O. Box 579 • Emory, TX 75440 (903) 473-2430 Cell: (903) 348-5400 www.rockingplonghorns.com bpotts1@verizon.net Rio Vista Ranch Elmer & Susan Rosenberger 3208 Fall Creek Estates Dr • Spicewood, TX 78669 Cell: (512) 422-8336 elmer@riovistaranch.com www.riovistaranch.com Spring Creek Farms Bradley & Heather Wachsmuth 2749 FM 555 • Gilmer, TX 75645 (337) 241-6882, 337-366-2060 bh1028726@gmail.com www.springcreekfarmstx.com Triple R Ranch Robert & Kim Richey 21000 Dry Creek Rd. • San Angelo, TX 76901 (325) 942-1198 r3ranch@aol.com www.butlertexaslonghorns.com Wynfaul Acres James & Helen Cloakey 408 County Road 2200. • Cleveland, TX 77327 (713) 677-1473 hgbedford@hotmail.com www.WynFaulAcres.com Butler Breeder’s Futurity (936) 689-1914 butlerfuturity@yahoo.com www.butlerbreedersfuturity.com Butler Longhorn Museum (281) 332-1393 info@butlerlonghornmuseum.com www.butlerlonghornmuseum.com YOUR RANCH COULD BE HERE If you would like to be listed as a Butler breeder on these pages, please email myra@tlbaa.org for more information.
MEMBERSHIP
Procedures To Nominate Division C Directors TLBAA will be seeking nominations soon for all Division C directors, to represent Regions 13-18. Nomination forms will be mailed 90 days prior to the TLBAA Annual Membership Meeting in Fort Worth, TX, January 12, 2024. 1. Nomination Ballots will be mailed out to Division C MemDivision C Highlighted in Color. bers Friday, October 13, 2023. 2. Nomination Ballots must be rePlease Note: To be placed on the voting ballot, an active TLBAA member turned to the CPA postmarked in good standing must receive 5 nominations from active TLBAA memno later than Monday, Novembers in good standing. If you are interested in becoming a director, please ber 13, 2023. make sure your membership is active and your account is current. 3. In order for an individual to be placed on the final ballot, they nated CPA firm shall mail official printed ballots to each must receive at least 5 nominaqualified Active and Lifetime Member in good standtions from Active or Lifetime members of the ing of that region and division. This ballot shall contain TLBAA. the names of the candidates, if any, who were properly 4. The final ballots will be mailed out Tuesday, Nonominated by members. All written ballots must be revember 28, 2023. turned by U.S. mail to the CPA with a postmark not less 5. Final ballots must be returned to the CPA postthan twenty-one days prior to the Annual Meeting in marked no later than Friday, December 22, 2023. order to be validated and counted. All ballots received 6. Newly elected Directors will be announced Janwill be validated and counted by an independent CPA uary 12, 2024 at the General Membership Meetfirm or other organization experienced in voting tabuing during Longhorn Weekend in Fort Worth, TX. lation as designated by the Executive Committee. The TLBAA By-Laws, Section 2-D, Membership, The nominees receiving the most valid votes shall state: “At least ninety (90) days prior to the annual Membe elected. All newly elected Directors shall be installed ber-ship Meeting, the TLBAA office shall mail to the Acat the Board of Directors meeting prior to the general tive and Lifetime members a request for nomination of membership meeting. A tie vote will be broken by the in-dividual or individuals for Director in the member’s Chairman of the Board drawing one of the names by lot.” rep-resentational region. Such member nominations Division C TLBAA members, watch for your nomishall be received in the Association’s office no later than nation form in the mail. For a complete set of TLBAA sixty (60) days prior to the Annual Meeting. In order that By-Laws, including all sections regarding the election any member nominee be eligible to be placed on the of Directors, visit www.tlbaa.org/tlbaa/official-handelection ballot, he must receive write-in nominations book/ from five (5) members who are Active or Lifetime members. Should there be no members nominated by the Want to run? membership for a particular region, or should a nominee decline to have his name placed on the election To ask for support in your region: ballot, the Board of Directors will appoint an Active or * You may request mail labels from the office Lifetime member in good standing domiciled within the division to fill the vacant position at the same meet* You may advertise in Trails Magazine ing as the election of TLBAA officers. * You may NOT use TLBAA e-blasts for political No less than forty-five (45) days prior to the annual messages meeting of the membership, the TLBAA Office or desig12 | October 2023
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TLBAA SPECIAL AWARDS IT’S TIME TO VOTE!
The TLBAA special awards will be presented Friday, January 12, 2024 as a part of Texas Longhorn Weekend. Nominators provided background information on each nominee. All active TLBAA members in good standing are encouraged to vote for one fellow breeder in each of the categories for the special honors. Votes can be emailed to awards@ tlbaa.org. If unable to email you may fax to the TLBAA office, and it will be forwarded to the awards committee. Deadline for votes: December 20th, 2023, 5pm CST, no late ballots will be accepted. Only the official ballot with member name and TLBAA # included will be accepted.
Dave Evans Breeder of the Year Award
Elmer Parker Lifetime Achievement Award
Dale Metz Sanger, Texas
Jimmy Jones Greenville, Alabama
My wife and I first met Mr. Metz at the 2020 Legacy Sale. At the time the ink was still wet on our application to the TLBAA and we were completely bewildered on how we were to begin our journey in the longhorn industry. Had it not been for the advice Dale provided at such a pivotal time in the formation of our brand, I can honestly say we wouldn’t be where we are regarding our fervor to participate as stewards of the longhorn breed. What I admire most about the way Dale conducts himself as an ambassador of the TLBAA has to do mostly with the way he has constructed his herd. Rather than simply purchasing $100,000 brood cows, Dale has done the research, studied the pedigrees, and has educated himself on how to produce superior animals from less than superior genetics. By doing this, he has proven that anyone with the desire to become a serious breeder can have success regardless of their budget. More than that, he participates as an exhibitor, sponsors sales and futurities in and out of his home state, and is often seen purchasing donation heifers during large auctions. Similarly, Dale has taken his personal time (often at his own expense) to mentor and educate those, like us, who are new in the industry on how to avoid common costly mistakes that could eventually lead to dissatisfaction of the breeding process as a whole. In these actions, Dale is doing his part to solidify the success of longhorn cattle for future generations. I cannot think of a better example on how new breeders should conduct themselves for both, their heightened enjoyment of the breeding process, but more importantly for the continued success of the longhorn breed than the example Mr. Metz has sets by his everyday actions. When I think of what boxes must be ticked in order to qualify for the Dave Evans award, I firmly believe Mr. Metz is a perfect candidate for this level of recognition. ★
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Jimmy Jones, Horseshoe J Longhorns, has been actively engaged in the longhorn industry since the 1980’s. He is a genetic genius as he has devoted his life to studying and applying longhorn genetic strategies in order to better the entire breed. He has created numerous outstanding longhorns, both bulls and cows, including buy not limited to, Concealed Weapon, Horseshoe J Example (100” Tip to Tip), Horseshoe J Important and the widely known triple twist Horseshoe J Journey. His animals have won countless awards over the years in both the Horn Show Case and Futurity Events. His genius for breeding outstanding longhorns is superseded only by his humility, honesty and willingness to help other breeders succeed, while seeking no recognition for himself. He has assisted many new breeders by sharing knowledge and time. He has nominated others for awards when he was equally deserving as those he nominated. Jimmy is highly respected in the longhorn industry as a mentor and as a successful breeder. He has participated in numerous bull partnerships with other breeders in order to continue to preserve, improve and promote the breed; much like Elmer Parker, after whom this Lifetime Achievement Award is named. Jimmy’s passion for longhorns has been a commitment of hard work, “on a shoestring budget” (his words), constant study and research of pedigrees for the betterment of the entire industry. But first and foremost he has lived a life of service to others without seeking anything in return. His selflessness likely began as a young United States Marine who began serving his country in Vietnam and has continued without ceasing. Jimmy Jones and the Horseshoe J brand is iconic in the longhorn world. There is no one more deserving, more dedicated and more passionate about the preservation of the Texas Longhorn breed. If you don’t believe it, just have a conversation with him and let me know at the end of that two or three hour event! You will have a renewed faith in humanity.★
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Rex & Sherese Glendenning Frisco, Texas Rex and Sherese Glendenning have been breeding Texas Longhorns for almost 40 years. In 1986 they bred GF G-Man, a bull who is in most of today’s industry leader’s pedigrees. They then bread GF Heavy Hitter, the first bull to hit 80 inches tip to tip. It all started with four longhorns in 1984, they immediately fell in love with them and their hear has grown to be one of the largest in the country. Glendenning Farms became the home to the iconic Drag Iron to bring more color, size, body and horns to their herd. Not only have Rex and Sherese lifted the longhorn industry with the passion they have for the breed, they attend, participate and sponsor most of the TLBAA longhorn events. With so much passion, love and commitment to the Texas Longhorn Breed and also the love and support they show to the industry, we feel they are well deserving of this award. H
Jack Phillips Award Scot and Jodie O’Bryan Belvidere, South Dakota In the last few years that I have been involved in the Texas Longhorn breed and the Great Plains Texas Longhorn Association I have not seen anyone work harder to promote the breed and/or other people in the breed than Scot and Jodie O’Bryan. They have been and still are the driving force behind the two world qualifying shows held in Rapid City, South Dakota. Scot and Jodie were and still are an integral part of putting together a market for Texas Longhorn cattle here in the north central part of the United States. They make sure if a kid wants to show a Texas Longhorn, there is a Texas longhorn to show. They are firm believers in getting younger people involved with the breed. “Without getting younger people involved, you won’t have a breed, you won’t have an association, period!” as Scot would say. Scot will load up his pickup and haul kids to the Denver Stock Show. Jodie works her tail off to make sure the two world qualifying shows go off without a hitch, and the Top Hand Sale runs as smooth as possible. They have great all around cattle, period. They can compete in the show ring, sale ring, bull market, meat market and rodeo arena. Promoting the breed any which way they can. That’s what it all boils down to, promoting the breed, and people involved with the breed any way possible. This is just a short number of reasons of why I am nominating Scot and Jodie O’Bryan for the Jack Phillips Award. H
Rodney Cooper Scone, Australia NSW We look beyond the US Borders to find this year’s nomination for the Jack Phillips Award. This individual represents sincere dedication, ongoing support and continually works to promote an active affiliate and the Texas Longhorn breed in Australia. Rodney Cooper, Koorooa Longhorns, has strived to make their national show in Australia one of the best, including a very successful sale weekend. Their show continues to expand each year, and what’s unique about this gentleman is he also participates, he isn’t just one of the organizers, he is in the ring as a showman and doing well with his cattle. As President of the TLA, he along with his directors, have innovative ideas in promotion of the breed and for attracting new members. He works diligently to ensure that youth members are valued and recognized and that sponsors are appreciated. Their youth program has grown, with Rodney and his daughter Adelaide as great ambassadors for the youth. It isn’t an easy job keeping the breed promoted outside of the U.S. and Rodney is involved year round in a variety of promotional projects. It’ time to recognize those members who work selflessly for the breed and keep our TLBAA affiliates active. Rodney Coop from Scone, Australia NSW is one of those individuals. H
Nominees continue on next page Thank you to everyone who participated in nominating their fellow breeders. Voting Rules: • Must be an Active or Lifetime member in good standing • The Official ballot must be used. Please do not just email names • Only one vote each per membership number • Only select one person for each of the four awards If you have any questions, please contact the TLBAA office:
817-625-6241 or tlbaa@tlbaa.org If you have any doubt as to whether your mail, email or fax made it through to the TLBAA office, please reach out to check prior to the deadline.
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TLBAA SPECIAL AWARDS CONT’D what genetics work with what animals. He came up MEL RALEY RISING STAR AWARD and with his own new ideas as to who would do well being
Wayne & Joanna Manning Lipan, Texas I would like to present Wayne and Joanna Manning, M7 Longhorns, for the Mel Raley Rising Star Award. I met them in 2021 when they came to my ranch to search for their first longhorns. Their enthusiasm to buy and clearly invest themselves into becoming serious breeders was amazingly apparent from the start. It was obvious to me they weren’t going to start off walking, they were going to be in a dead sprint. I watched Wayne spend countless hours, for weeks on end, studying successful programs
bred together, to forge his own mark on the industry and build his own brand. Those efforts have seriously paid off with his animals being the total package of confirmation, color, disposition, and horn. In a very short period of time, Wayne has become someone I consider as knowledgeable as anyone in the industry when it comes to genetics. Wayne and Joanna have also been very active on every level of the industry. They participate in futurities and attend almost every event put on by the TLBAA. You will find them supporting other breeders by attending sales all over the country. They step up and donate to the many causes the industry asks for help with. Their animals are the complete package and so are they. I can’t think of anyone that fits the criteria, or is more deserving, of the Mel Raley Rising Star Award any better than Wayne and Joanna. ★
TLBAA SPECIAL AWARDS BALLOT All TLBAA members are encouraged to vote for one fellow breeder in each of the categories for the special honors. Votes can be e-mailed to awards@tlbaa.org. If unable to e-mail you may fax to (817) 625-1388, and it will be forwarded to the awards committee.
Deadline for votes: December 20th, 2023 5pm CST, no late ballots will be accepted. DAVE EVANS BREEDER OF THE YEAR AWARD ❒ Dale Metz, Sanger, TX ELMER PARKER LIFETIME AWARD ❒ Jimmy Jones, Greenville, AL ❒ Sherese & Rex Glendenning, Frisco, TX JACK PHILLIPS AWARD ❒ Scot and Jodie O’Bryan, Belvidere, SD ❒ Rodney Cooper, Scone, Australia NSW MEL RALEY RISING STAR AWARD ❒ Wayne & Joanna Manning, Lipan, TX Member Name _____________________________________
TLBAA Member # ______________
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MEMBERSHIP
Two Great TLBAA Photo Contests to Enter NEW FOR THIS YEAR The Affiliate relations committee is hosting a photography for 202 Females! Why focus on three-year-olds? They are the young productive females born in our herds during the pandemic year that changed the world.
CRITERIA:
$20 Entry Fee Top 5 Cow/Calf Pairs Will Receive Awards & Be Recognized In Trails Awards Will Be Furnished By The Affiliate Relations Committee
Deadline December 31st, 2023
• Animal must be registered with the TLBAA • Animal must be owned by a current TLBAA member, who belongs to an active TLBAA affiliate • Picture must include 2023 calf at side, by a registered longhorn sire • Current picture must meet TRAILS criteria for photographs
STOCK SHOW RODEO
Rodger Damrow Colorful Calf Contest Returns for the 6th Year • A colorful photo of an active TLBAA member’s most colorful calf born in 2023, will be submitted to the TLBAA office. The picture must be high quality. • Members can enter more than one animal, but each entry must have a TLBAA registration number or, if too young to be branded, the TLBAA registration numbers of both sire and dam. • Winners will be decided by an independent judge not involved in the contest. • Winners will be announced during the Longhorn weekend in January. • The winning entry will be featured on the front cover of TRAILS. All entries will be published inside.
$20 Entry Fee per calf entered
Jan. 13 EDDIE WOOD COWTOWN CLASSIC
LONGHORN SALE Jan. 14 TLBT YOUTH
DIVISION SHOW Jan. 15 TLBAA WORLD
QUALIFYING OPEN SHOW
HALTERED AND NON-HALTERED DIVISIONS RODEO TICKETS ON SALE NOW
FOR MORE INFO. PLEASE VISIT
Deadline December 31st, 2023 For questions on either contest email myra@tlbaa.org or call the TLBAA office at (817) 625-6241
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Longhorn Beef
Laying The Groundwork For Selling Longhorn Beef Exceprted from July 2017 Trails “ Longhorn Beef: Profiting from the Demand for Local, Naturally Raised Products There are things one needs to consider before deciding whether they have the time or desire to attempt marketing their beef. Like any business, planning ahead pays off and flexibility to fit the demands of the market in your area is often necessary.
las Meats in Fort Collins, CO to process our longhorns. They are USDA. They don’t seem to have any issues accommodating the horns. We chose them because they are an Animal Welfare Approved facility. We raised our longhorns humanely and wanted their last day to be hanFIND A PROCESSOR dled with respect as well. The There are three “levels” at welfare of our animals is very which beef may be processed: important to us. I found Atlas 1. USDA Inspected — If you Meats by word of mouth.” want to sell whole, half, The proximity of a procesquarters or packaged sor that will also accept Longbeef beyond the conhorns can be a challenge acfines of the state you live cording to many breeders. in, then USDA inspecVacuum packaged meat not only lasts Others, however report finding tion is required. longer without freezer burn, it sources a reasonable distance 2. State Inspected — Alfrom their home, USDA and/ lets buyers see the quality of the lows you to label and sell or state inspected and having whole, half, quarters or Longhorn beef that your are selling. no problem accepting Longpackaged meat within horns. So this aspect is a varithe boundaries of your state. able that requires research before loading up that steer. 3. Custom Exempt — No inspection of carcass of Don’t assume you won’t be able to find one simply parts. The meat can only be consumed by the because you are in a part of the country where Longowner(s) of the live animal and their families and horns are uncommon. Curt Mulder of Texas North Land non-paying guests. All packages must be stamped & Cattle is in Lowell, MI and he was fortunate enough to NOT FOR SALE. Those who opt for this can only have a USDA processor 10 miles from his farm. “They sell the animal live and have the buyer(s) pay the have no issues with the horns,” he assures. “I located processor or simply utilize the meat themselves them by calling each of the processors in the area and and share freely with family and friends. got comfortable with them first.”, Once you know what level of inspection your goals If you are wanting to process older animals, several require, start making calls. First ask if they accept Longbreeders reported they sometimes have to be put down horn cattle, then see if there are restrictions on horn in the trailer. It is good to inquire ahead about this poslength. If it sounds like they are willing to accept Longsibility if you’re culling mature animals. Also, ask if horns, pay them a visit to make sure you don’t see any that is acceptable to the inspector. From our breeders red flags before you show up with an animal. comments some inspectors were okay with how larger For many Longhorn owners, how the animal is horned animals were handled and others were not. treated right up to the end is important to them. Katie For the majority of our participants, however, the Miller of Heritage Belle Farms in Colorado speaks of her younger animals (24-30 months) presented no probexperience choosing a processing facility, “We use Atlems in going through the plant as other cattle did. Those without inspection services handy or wishing to bypass that part of the process to utilize a nearby processor can choose to sell the live animal. Whether you plan to feed your family and Wilton Wilton of AMR Beef chose a processor based friends or keep beef on hand to sell, freezer on the cuts he wanted. “Selecting a processor was probspace needs to be planned for. ably the most worrisome effort for our business. We According to the Oklahoma Cooperative chose a Texas State Licensed processor. There are other Extension Service plan on one cubic foot of USDA processors out there, but we settled on a procesfreezer space for each 35-40 pounds of cut sor that we could trust and would give us the cuts we and wrapped meat, more for irregularly shaped could sell. The Longhorn does not have the heavy beef packages. cuts that the English breeds do. So we had to work with If you store large amounts of beef, consider someone that understood the Longhorn carcass. Some keeping a generator on hand in case of prodon’t handle a Longhorn because of the horns. We talked to a lot of cattlemen until we found Westphalia Meat longed loss of power and check the freezers Market, in Lott, TX.” regularly for any operation issues.
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By Myra Basham Several of our breeders reported long-term relationships with their processor and emphasize that the more frequently you process or the more you process at one time, the better you will be treated, especially when it comes to trying to fit into a schedule busy with those processing larger numbers than you. KNOW YOUR SELLING OPTIONS Your per pound price may vary based on how you are selling the product to your customer. Following are three points at which the price may be calculated: 1. Selling by live weight — This is often done when one wants to bypass the inspection for resale. Since live weight includes parts that won’t be eaten the price per pound given to the seller is lower. The owner of the animal at time of slaughter pays the processor and determines how the animal will be processed/pacakged. All packaging will be marked NOT FOR SALE. 2. Selling by hanging weight — Hanging weight is the carcass minus head, hide, feet, organs and blood as it hangs in the cooler, usually weighed before it is cold. If you sell your meat by the whole, half, side, or quarter this is the weight normally used for the per pound price calculation plus cut and wrap (butcher fees). 3. Selling by the pound – The person selling the beef pays all costs – processing, cutting and wrapping. The seller markets that beef at a per pound price as
COMMON MEAT PROCESSING TERMS CARCASS: The harvested, dressed animal, wherein the hide, hooves, head and internal organs are removed. In the case of beef, is normally split down the backbone into two approximately equal “sides.” FOREQUARTER: The anterior portion of a beef side after separation from the hindquarter at the 12th rib, and which includes the chuck, rib, brisket, plate and foreshank. HINDQUARTER: The posterior portion of the beef side remaining after separation from the forequarter at the 12th rib, and includes the full loin, round and flank. LABEL: The USDA Meat Inspection Program requires that a descriptive label be prominently displayed on each box/package of inspected product. The label must include: (1) the name of the product, (2) an ingredient list, if applicable), (3) the name and place of business of manufacturer, (4) net quantity/ weight statement, (5) official inspection legend, and (6) any other information required by regulations (such as a “Safe Food Handling” label on ground beef packages).
a final product to the consumer. Allows higher per pound pricing on select cuts. DECIDE HOW YOU WILL OFFER YOUR BEEF Before you can make a decision on processing, you must think about your consumer and how they prefer to receive the end product. Some popular ways to offer the beef includes: Custom orders — A consumer lets you know well in advance that they want the beef and in what quantity and cuts. It allows you to plan the most economical way to fulfill the orders. By the side, quarter, etc — Can be a pre-sale option allowing for custom cutting or it can be a set package with certain cuts already determined. By the pound — Can be used for ground beef as well as prime cuts. Allows for pricing based on quality of cut or selling by cut as opposed to set packages. Custom packages – Offering packages of popular combinations of cuts and ground at a set package price, often slightly less than paying per pound for the same amount and type of cuts of beef individually. Many people who actively sell beef on a regular basis offer several of the above options to their customers depending on demand. Another important consideration is the type of animal you are processing. If you are utilizing older animals or bulls, most prefer to grind the whole animal as these can produce a tougher beef when utilizing roasts
LEAN (USED AS A NUTRITIONAL CLAIM): The term “lean” may be used as a nutritional claim on a product provided the product contains less than 10 grams of fat, less than 4.5 grams of saturated fat and less than 95 milligrams of cholesterol per 100 grams of product and per reference amount. The term “extra lean” may be used as a nutritional claim on a product provided the product contain less than 5 grams of fat, less than 2 grams of saturated fat, and less than 95 milligrams of cholesterol per 100 grams of product and per reference amount. MARBLING: Intramuscular fat or flecks of fat within the lean muscle that enhances palatability by increasing juiciness and flavor. The amount of marbling relates to quality grading in beef, with greater amounts of marbling resulting in higher quality grades. There are ten degrees of marbling, ranging from “abundant” to “devoid.” OFFAL: Meat slaughter by-products consisting of all parts of the animal that are not part of the carcass. Edible offal includes the liver, heart, tongue, head meat, tripe, etc., while inedible offal includes hides, hair, hooves, etc. USDA QUALITY GRADING: Beef quality refers to the expected eating characteristics (tenderness, juiciness and flavor) of the cooked
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product. USDA Quality Grades are used to reflect differences in expected eating quality among beef carcasses. There are eight USDA Quality Grades for beef: Prime, Choice, Select, Standard, Commercial, Utility, Cutter and Canner. When graded, a USDA Grade Shield is applied to the carcass. USDA Grading is a voluntary service provided by the USDA Agricultural Marketing Service, and is paid for by packers who request the service. USDA YIELD GRADING: USDA Yield Grades estimate beef carcass cutability, which is defined as the combined yield of closely trimmed, boneless retail cuts from the round, loin, rib and chuck. This is an estimate of the relative amount of lean, edible meat from a carcass. There are five numerical Yield Grades for beef carcasses (Yield Grade 1 is leanest, Yield Grade 5 the fattest and, when graded, a Yield Grade stamp is applied to the carcass. VACUUM PACKAGED: Process of encasing meat cuts in bags or pouches fabricated from laminated plastic, evacuating air from the bags and sealing them for extended refrigerated storage. VARIETY MEATS: Edible organs and glands, such as tongues, brains, sweetbreads, hearts livers and kidneys. Also referred to as edible by-products. October 2023 | 19
Longhorn Beef and steaks. Steers are usually preferred when selling beef that will include product other than ground. The average processing age for the best experience tends to be around 24-30 months. Time and volume is also a factor. The volume you want to sell affects your timeline and price. Processing more at once can help get a better price at the processor as well as fit into their schedule quicker. If you only process one or two a year you may have a longer wait to be fit in as opposed to regularly taking in several cattle or taking them in on a regular basis (one every month or two). Aging time needs to be accounted for as well. While aging time varies, 14 days is a common length of time for dry aging. If you have customers who want product in hand immediately it requires a different strategy than customers who plan and order ahead understanding that there is a wait time involved. Know that if you speak to others already marketing beef, the decision on grinding the whole animal versus butchering select cuts as well as ground, is based on individual circumstances. “Try to maintain sufficient volume on hand to match the demand for beef sales.” warns Kevin Kelly of Horn O’ Plenty Ranch, Houston, TX. “Our processor usually takes several weeks before there is a opening in their schedule, so we sometimes run low and customers have to wait, especially if they want more volume. We generally sell 10 - 50 lbs of ground beef at a time. As weekend ranchers, we do not attempt to handle custom ordering,
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so we grind the whole animal except for the prime cuts we keep for our use. This keeps ordering and management simple.” Some breeders, like James Gentz, offer every marketable cut of the animal. Gentz has been selling beef since 2006. “You can sell every cut. Right now marrow bones are a hot item. We do oxtail, brisket, fajita, soup bones, ribeye, T-bone and sirloin steaks, tenderloins, chuck and heel of round roasts, cutlets, stew meat, short ribs, ground meat, heart, liver, tongue and pre-made hamburger patties.” A look at the websites of those selling Longhorn beef show a variety of options available to consumers. Beef jerky and beef summer sausage are other items offered. WHO IS YOUR CUSTOMER? This is where the farmer’s market really shines - getting to know who is interested in your beef. Are you selling in a metro area with a large, health conscious population? Be honest about your product - if it is 100% grass-fed then market it as such, but if you’re choosing to grain finish let consumers know. Many call their product all natural, Registered Longhorn Beef, or simply Longhorn beef and talk about the healthy leanness. If your cattle are hormone and antibiotic free, mention it. The interesting thing is the fact that some are doing well selling grain-finished beef while others are doing equally well selling 100% grass-fed and finished all-natural beef. It comes down to what your customers want and what type of product you want to produce.
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Herd Health
By Heather Smith Thomas
Cattle Management for Optimum Winter Herd Health Cattle health is influenced by many factors, includcols lined out for what you are giving. Also talk with ing nutrition, environment, stress, exposure to pathoyour vet to know what protocols to follow for treatment gens, etc. Going into winter (which in many regions if an animal gets sick in the winter. You also need a necessitates more feed to produce adequate body heat plan for timing of vaccination if you use scour vacand alleviate the effects of cold stress), cattle need to cines ahead of calving,” she says. Some of these vacbe in good body condicines can be given in tion and have adequate the fall with your other forage. vaccinations, and then Shannon Williams, a booster closer to Lemhi County Extencalving, for optimum sion Educator (Salmon, antibody levels in coIdaho) always encourlostrum. Your veteriages ranchers to have narian can help you nutritional analyses of figure out what might the hay they by, or their be best for your own own hay as they are operation. putting it up, or before Fall is also a good they start feeding the time to go through hay. Then they’ll know your records to see whether certain nutriwhen each cow calved ent levels are adequate and which ones had or if they need to use problems. “Then you supplements. “Also this can be prepared when can help when making Fall is the best time to complete herd and maintenance tasks and to ensure cow number 102 decisions as to which your cattle are going into winter months in good physical condition. Photo comes along (if you hay/stacks will be fed courtsy of Roger Cole. didn’t cull her) so you to which cattle—such as weaned calves, yearling heifcan watch her more closely. Records can be helpful,” ers, young cows, or bulls,” she says. Different classes says Williams. of cattle have different needs and you could feed your Fall is a good time to go through all of your facilities highest quality hay to the younger animals that are still and make repairs—and get things clean for next calvgrowing. ing season. “Then later you won’t have to try to clean “Some of your best hay may be on the end of the the barn when there’s a 2-foot snow drift in front of the stack but you may want to save it for first-calf heifers gate and everything is frozen. Fall is also a good time when they are starting to lactate after calving. Dependto replace any ear tags that are missing or any that you ing on how you stack it, sometimes your best hay is the can no longer read the numbers.” You may know that last hay you put in the stackyard and easiest to get to. cow without her tag, but some of your helpers may not. You don’t want to feed up your best hay first and then Adequate feed for winter is important, and so is warealize you needed it later,” says Williams. ter. “Make sure cattle have water. Decide how much “If you are feeding grain hay (oats, barley, etc.) you time you want to spend breaking ice!” A better water need to test nitrate levels to know whether you need to system might be beneficial, and making sure you have mix it with other hay, or which animals you can safely adequate water in each pen or pasture. feed it to,” she says. “In a wet winter/early spring you’ll need a plan for Make sure cattle are going into winter in good body where you will move pairs to clean ground after the condition. “Fall is a good time to score body condition cows calve, or where to have your pregnant cows, if when doing your vaccinating/preg checking. Then you are doing the Sandhills method,” says Williams. you can sort off the thinner cows and start feeding Biosecurity is important in winter as well as sumthem a little earlier to get weight back on them before mer, even if your cows are not co-mingling with other cold weather.” cattle at pasture, or don’t have fence-line contact with Regarding vaccination, consult with your vet reother cattle. “You still need to think about biosecurity, garding what you need for your cattle. “Make sure your especially if you share hired help with another ranch, vaccination program is up to date, and proper protoor have extra people coming in to help you feed, or 22 | October 2023
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Herd Health during calving season,” she says. People may inadvertently bring pathogens from one ranch to another. “If you are bringing in hay, make sure you are not bringing in weeds you don’t already have. It helps to know what you have for feed, and figure out a schedule for when you need to start supplementing, and have a feeding plan.” You may want a contingency plan for bad weather, or when snow gets too deep and covers your grass or windrows for grazing. “It also helps if the other people involved in your operation know what your plan is. We’ve all had situations where unexpected things happen, and if you are
not there to direct the operation, who will know what needs to be done? Most people are pretty good at feeding cows, but will they be feeding the right hay to the right group? If someone else is doing it for you for a couple of days and does it wrong, it’s not drastic, but if you are gone for a month or so, it could make a huge difference,” says Williams. “Bulls are sometimes forgotten in winter. We put them in a separate pen or pasture and maybe don’t really look at them until the next spring.” They need to be monitored, too. If one of them develops a problem, you need to know about it sooner than later so you can deal with it. If the bulls are being fed (not just grazing) they need to be fed adequately. “They are bigger than cows and need more feed, and some may need to catch up in body condition, to be ready for next breeding season. They don’t need to be fat but they do need to be in adequate body condition. When we cull bulls we also need to be thinking about what we need, to replace them,” she says. You may also want to test your cattle for BVD, to make sure you don’t have this disease in your herd, especially if they are with other cattle on summer pasture or have fence-line contact with other cattle, or if you brought in any new cattle. 24 | October 2023
“The main things that are important for winter herd health is to test the feeds you have available, have a good nutrition plan, and to work with your vet on herd health. A hay analysis costs only $25 to $50 (depending on what you want to test for). If you have hay that’s high in nitrates, the loss of one cow (or an abortion) would pay for a lot of hay testing! If you are buying hay, don’t be afraid to ask for a nutritional analysis (and also check nitrate levels). If the seller doesn’t have the hay tested, volunteer to pay for a test. If that feed doesn’t match your needs, it’s not what you want.” And if you end up buying some hay that’s borderline or deficient, you need to know—so you know what to put with it or how to supplement it. “You might test your hay and find it is higher quality than you need for your cows; if you have more than what you need for your heifers, you could sell some and buy cheaper feed (more of it) to feed your cows.” This could give you more total feed if you need it. If you’ve tested your forage you also have a better idea what you need for a mineral program, if your hay is short on selenium, copper, etc. “You can work with your vet and know Photo courtsy of Roger Cole what to look for. Here in our region, cattle often have a copper deficiency, not because our soils are short on copper but because they have too much molybdenum—which ties up the copper and makes it unavailable to the body. You need to know if your cattle are short on copper; you can pull some liver samples when working cattle, or get a sample if you lose a calf,” says Williams. Parasite control is also important, such as delousing all cattle before they go into winter. Many cattle may also need to be dewormed so they are not carrying a heavy load of internal parasites through winter, robbing them of nutrition. You’ll want to know the best time of year for deworming, and which parasites to target, and this may vary depending on where you are located. It may also vary depending on whether your cattle are on wet pastures all summer or out on dry rangelands. Work with your local vet or extension people to help you determine if and when you need a parasite control program and what it should entail. “When dosing cattle for parasites or treating an animal for something, pay attention to withdrawal times if you plan on marketing any of those cattle in the near future. You may want a copy of those records to go to the new buyer,” she says. If you are selling pregnant cows the buyer might also want to know their vaccination history.
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Sale Results
2023 BOLEN PRODUCTION SALE RESULTS August 19, 2023 • Fort Worth, TX Sale Host: Cindy Bolen Auctioneer: Bruce McCarty Sale Commentator: Dale Hunt Results submitted by Bruce McCarty Promotions
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Top 5 Average • $51,900.00 Top 15 Average • $28,866.67 59 Lots Sold Overall Average • $10,515.25 Overall Total of $620,400
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LOT 54 - JUST DELIGHTFUL BCB Buyer: Austin Rohr 4
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$48,000 – Lot 7 - Tuff Spirited Lil Buyer: Kimberly Bays
$41,000 – Lot 39 - Just A Handful BCB Buyer: Mike & Kali Smith
$38,500 – Lot 17 - Tumbelina BCB Buyer: Mike & Kali Smith
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$37,000 – Lot 59 - Jesta Winner BCB Buyer: Karen & Bryan Allen
$30,200 – Lot 35 - Cheers BCB Buyer: Bill & Suzanne Torkildsen
$21,000 – Lot 8- Red Headed Lil BCB Buyer: Bill & Elizabeth Hudson 7
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$20,100 – Lot 10 - Midnight Magic Buyer: Bill & Suzanne Torkildsen
$18,500 – Lot 29 - Swaggers Flower Girl HCL Buyer: James Jarnagin
$17,000 – Lot 23 - Ziva BCB Buyer: Chris Hesse 9
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1. Sale hosts Cindy & Jace Bolen, Bolen Longhorns. 2. Monte & Melissia Bierschenk, MonMel Longhorns 3. Mikeal & Brandi Beck, Holy Cow Longhorns 4. Mike, Kali & Jacee Smith, Cold Copper Cattle Co. 5. Donnie & Marilyn Taylor, 4T Longhorns 6. Cindy Bolen, Jace Bolen and Ellie & Scott Enright, Bolen Longhorns with Charlene Semkin, McGuire Land & Cattle . 7. Logan & Kortni Epperson, Montgomery Briggs Ranch 8. Scott & Ellie Enright, Bolen Longhorns 9. Cindy Bolen, Bolen Longhorns with Mike, Kali & Jacee Smith, Cold Copper Cattle Co. and Russell Fairchild, Fairchild Longhorn Enterprises. 10. Bruce McCarty and Auction Crew. 11. Cindy Bolen, Bolen Longhorns with Mikeal Beck, Holy Cow Longhorns and Austin Rohr, Superior Farms. 12. Cindy Bolen, Bolen Longhorns with Mikeal Beck, Holy Cow Longhorns and Josh Dinwiddie, Plain Dirt Farms. 13. Dale & Jennifer Hunt, Rockin’ H Longhorns 14. Bill & Elizabeth Hudson, Hudson Longhorns.
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26TH BUTLER BREEDER’S INVITATIONAL SALE RESULTS
More Than Just a Cow Sale Labor Day Weekend and Longhorn cattle go well together. As early as Thursday before the Saturday sale, Butler Texas Longhorns began arriving in Lockhart, Texas. Breeders from all over the country rolled in dragging trailers full of living history. All colors, all ages, horns for anyone’s taste filled the barn. As the commercial beef cattle were hauled away from the weekly sale and mostly longhorns remained, the barn quieted as seems typical of longhorns. Friday always finds Jackie and Kimberly in the auction house’s café. Chairs are put away, tables rearranged, coffee is made. Then the cookies come out. Not just a tray of cookies. Enough homemade cookies for an army! All kinds plus brownies, mini cakes and much more. Lunch is served for the cowboys working the back, but anyone hungry is welcome to a plate of Ms. Jackie’s wonderful roast and gravy. Friday evening the results of the online futurity were announced. Plaques and buckles were awarded to the top places. Congratulations to all the winners! The futurity ceremony was followed by a delicious supper of prime rib and longhorn steak kabobs. Served under the big tent always erected out front of the auction house, everyone had a chance to visit a bit. Adding to the décor this year was an awesome old chuckwagon. It was a good reminder of the dangerous trails the old time cattle and cowhands rode in a very wild country so long ago. The real attraction was out back under the barn. Several times I heard the familiar comment, “I’m going to look at the cows again.” Some go through the barn over and over, making sure no animals are overlooked. Looking at the catalog and looking through the gate on the pen are two different perspectives. And of course, the pedigrees are studied again and again. Saturday the cookie trays look like no one ate any the day before. They are refilled and stacked high for the day to come. Barbecue lunch is always free to all comers thanks to the sale of donated items preceding the sale of the cattle. Quilts, artwork, saddles, goats, knives, pillows, cutting boards, wine baskets, a binder of all the previous sales catalogs. You name it and through the years it has been sold to offset the costs of the sale and the food and drinks. I heard some say how much they miss Mrs. Kety’s cookies that were part of the donated items over past years. This year’s crowd had many new faces. The Butler family is always glad to welcome new folks to the sale. We know the future needs the passion of new breeders to continue the growth and development of the cattle. There were several families with children. And just like anything, they are the future. It was neat to see little ones with their toy
September 2, 2023 • Lockhart, TX Auctioneer: Joel Lemley Sale Commentator: Kaso Kety Results submitted by Butler Breeders Article by Molly Crozier
HIGHLIGHTS 57 Lots Offered – 56 Lots Sold $2,096 average per sold lot
Volume Buyers: Bill & Molly Crozier – Woodville, TX John & Jane Thate – Fairmont, MN Stan & Sandi Tidwell – Midlothian, TX Robert & Kim Richey – San Angelo, TX Rosenberger/Christa Partnership – Spicewood, TX Shane Kleinwolterink – Granville, IA
HIGH SELLING LOT: $ 9,000 LOT 41 – CIARA BR3 Consignor: Robert & Kim Richey Buyer: Stanley & Sandi Tidwell
OTHER HIGH SELLING LOTS: $6,000 - Lot 04 Tribute RL - Consignor Dave & Sharon Roberts – Buyer Bill & Molly Crozier $5,500 - Lot 42 Viola BR3 - Consignor Robert & Kim Richey – Buyer Rosenberger/Christa Partnership $5,000 - Lot 44 FC Calamity Jane – Consignor Stanley& Sandi Tidwell – Buyer Shane Kleinwolterink $5,000 – Lot 29 Tan Denium KMD – Consignor Kety/ McLeod/Doyle Partnership – Buyer John & Jane Thate
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Membership longhorns and toy tractors playing on the steps at the sale ring. Then looking around there were some too young to walk taking naps during all the racket of the live auction. Saturday evening as the sun’s last rays faded, some eased back into the barn. Telling their sold cows goodbye and getting one last good look, then telling their newly acquired cows hello and coming up with a nickname or two. Loading up and rolling out across the country with hopes and plans for the beautiful cattle in the trailers, it’s bye for now. Safe travels all around. How much of the sale is swapping stock and how much is an annual reunion of friends is anyone’s guess. Already, thoughts of next year’s gathering are being discussed. Which cows will we try to part with next time? What can we do to improve for next year’s sale? We sure missed some of our folks who couldn’t make it for one reason or another. With on-line bidding available, it is easy to sit home 10 9 and buy a cow if someone just can’t make it. But, then the excitement of the sale barn, the feasting together, the friendship and the cattle talk are all missed. If you didn’t make it to the sale this year, please make plans now to attend in person. The Butler Breeder Family welcomes you.
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See y’all next year! 9. Peewee Futurity winners. 10. Ray Beadle and Judi Sellers 11. Johnny Hicks and Helen Cloakey 12. Karla and Brad Jalas.
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Welcome Our New Members! We’re happy to welcome the following new members to our association. These promotional, active & lifetime members joined September 1, 2023 through September 30, 2023 If you live near one of these new breeders, be sure to reach out introduce yourself!
Hidden Gems Ranch.........................................Calico Rock, AR Otto Bell........................................................................... Garfield, AR Tim Kiser............................................................................... Mena, AR Daniela Goggel........................................................... Big Bear, CA Freeman & Co., Inc....................................................... Frenso, CA 2 B R, LLC............................................................... Castle Rock, CO Levi Nily...............................................................................Yoder, CO Scott Thomas.......................................................Okeechobee, FL Billman Ranch................................................................Orlando, FL Joey Barton........................................................ Wewahitchka, FL James & Jammie Bradshaw..................................Lynnville, IA Taykir Huebner.....................................................Terre Haute, IN Hope Hill Family Farms, LLC................................... Warsaw, IN Adam Riddle...................................................................... Sparta, KY Madison Bryan....................................................... Choudrant, LA Deanna Ouellette.....................................................Lewiston, ME James Hicks..................................................................Concord, MI Ed Burns.......................................................................... Sebeka, MN Billy & Reba Null..............................................................Dixon, MO Bearded Horns, LLC........................................... Wheatland, MO Loftin Farms..............................................................Troutman, NC Colby Fraase.......................................................Fort Ransom, ND Deloris Ruebush Hawkins..................................... Deming, NM Levi Davis..................................................................Lordsburg, NM Alex Crawford........................................................ Watertown, NY John Fisher......................................................................Burton, OH Table Top Cattle Company................................. Chandler, OK Terry & Lisa Townsend.........................................Checotah, OK Troy Perrigan................................................................. Guthrie, OK Kinzie Roge.......................................................................Yukon, OK G4 Ranch..................................................... Milton Freewater, OR Jordan Hoffman.........................................................Tyler Hill, PA Ellie Dacar........................................................... Belle Fourche, SD Brian Dockter............................................................. Box Elder, SD Nikolas Kaltenbach........................................................ Martin, SD William Shoun....................................................Elizabethron, TN Ireton Ranch.................................................................Alvarado, TX David Fey....................................................................... Atascosa, TX Dylan Buchard...................................................................... Azle, TX Chris Perez......................................................................Beeville, TX Matthew Mercado.................................................. Cleveland, TX Wayne Peel..................................................................Gatesville, TX Ashley Richardson......................................................... Gilmer, TX Whitaker Acres.............................................................. Graford, TX Comanche Rose Longhorns............................Groesbeck, TX Jaci Peterson...................................................................Joshua, TX Paul Duncanson............................................................... Larue, TX Darren & Carmon Roberts.......................................... Lufkin, TX Grant Morgan......................................................Montgomery, TX Cheryl Choban.............................................................Poolville, TX Shayne & Lisa Wright.....................................................Porter, TX Jacquelyn Williams............................................... Richmond, TX Jana Helmer...................................................................Stanton, TX Susan Hamberger........................................................... Terrell, TX Gary Bagley........................................................................ Terrell, TX Fred Haiman...........................................................Whitesboro, TX Virgil Lee Sisk...........................................................Culpepper, VA Eric & Kaylee Wick.................................................Clear Lake, WI Cheryl Ann Kline...................................................Newcastle, WY Elizabeth Rice...............................................Manjimup, WA, AUS DS Cattle Company......................................... Carman, MB, CA
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2023 G&G FALL CLASSIC SALE & FUTURITY RESULTS September 8th-9th, 2023 • Culpepper, VA Sale Host: Ann Gravett Auctioneer: Dan Huntington Sale Commentators: Chase Vasut Photos By: Hired Hand Live
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LOT 34 - KCCI KATCHIN VIBES Consigned By: Ken Morris, Khoas Cattle Co. Buyer: Chris Hesse, DCT Cattle
OTHER HIGH SELLING LOTS: $17,000 – Lot 45 - Jamaka Tantrum
$9,750– Lot 33 - GLH Hydro’s Sun Star
Consigned By: Randy Murry, New Age Cattle Buyer: Austin Rohr
$16,000 – Lot 1 - WPR Modest Girl
Consigned By: Gary Hershberger Buyer: Raymond Weaver
$9,500 – Lot 5 - SR 007’s Marley 706
Consigned By: Sandra Hughes Buyer: Ann Gravett, G&G Longhorns
$11,500 – Lot 35 - HR Reb’s Flame
Consigned By: Lonesome Pine Ranch Buyer: Yuri and Kim Grijalva
$8,000 – Lot 21 - HL Playdate
Consigned By: M7 Longhorns Buyer: RTG Longhorns
Consigned By: Hudson Longhorns Buyer: Randy Murry, New Age Cattle Company
$11,000 – Lot 51 - BL Juice 549
$7,600– Lot 24 - KCCI Lucky Carolina Girl
Consigned By: Jerry Loveday Buyer: Montgomery Briggs Ranch
Consigned By: Guy Cote Buyer: Home Branch Ranch
$10,000 – Lot 7 - HL Baron’s Magic Consigned By: M7 Longhorns Buyer: Hudson Longhorns
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1.Event host Ann Gravett, G&G Longhorns Randy Murry, New Age Cattle Co. 2. Natalie Chaney, Diamond C Ranch and Adriana Norris, Nel-Tam Longhorns 3. David & Shari Sears, Lucky Star Farm. 4. Eddie Downey, Downey Family Farm; Mike Albanese, Albanese Longhorns and Grant Brightman, RTG Ranch. 5. Ezra McLeod, Home Branch Ranch with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns 6. Dan Grove, Grove Cattle Co. and Vincent Rapp, Rapp’s Ranch. 7.Kristi & Dan Grove, Grove Cattle Co. 8. Harrison Iager, Leathered Longhorn with Elisha Iager. 9. Opor & John King, J&J Longhorns and Mike Willinger, Hudson Longhorns. 10. Sean Loftice, Loftice Longhorns; Nikki & Ben Stone, Double S Ranch and Dale Metz, FHR Longhorns. . 11. Chase & Elizabeth Lunsford, 20/20 Cattle Co. and Darryl & Denise Presley, James Presley Longhorns . 12. Adriana Norris, Tammy and Nelson Hearn, Nel-Tam Longhorns. 13. Aaron Adkins, Double A Longhorns and Kendal & Ken Morris, Khaos Cattle Co. 14. Kurt Twining, Silver T Ranch and Vincent Rapp, Rapp’s Ranch. 15. Andrew Kminek with Cathy & Kevin Bond, Bond Longhorns. 16. Sam Pequinot & Katelyn Good, G&G Texas Longhorns. 17. Sean Loftice, Loftice Longhorns and Daniel Putt. 18. Ricky & Ezra McLeod, Home Branch Ranch. 19. Steve & Tina Anderson
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1. Futurity Class 1 Winner Mike Willinger, Hudson Longhorns with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 2. Futurity Class 3 Winners Mary & Brian Stahl with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 3. Futurity Class 4 Winners Dylan Skarpa & John Randolph, Lonesome Pines Ranch nwith Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 4. Futurity Class 6 Winner John King, J&J Longhorns with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 5. Futurity Class 7 Winners Mike & Jamey Tomey with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 6. Futurity Class 8 Winner Shawn Pequignot, G&G Texas Longhorns with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 7. Futurity Class 9 Winner Christine Talley, Talley Longhorns with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 8. Futurity Class 10 Winners Nelson & Tammy Hearn and Adriana Norris, NelTam Longhorns with Event Host Ann Gravett, G&G Texas Longhorns. 9. G&G Fall Classic Futurity Judges Joe Sedlacek, Lazy J Longhorns; Gary Hershberger, Hershberger Longhorns; Andy Brooks, Murdock Farm; Mike Albanese, Albanese Longhorns and Matt Marti, Bomb City Cattle Co.
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News On The Trail
TLBAA Director visits Longhorn Ranches in Denmark Submitted by Kevin Rooker
TLBAA Director Kevin Rooker and his wife Laury had the privilege to visit several TLBAA International Breeders in February 2023. Here is the recap of their adventure. I (Kevin) work for BK Medical. We have an office in Herlev, a suburb of Copenhagen, Denmark. This allows me to travel to Denmark 5-6 times a year. At the TLBAA World Show last year, I heard a question that went something along the lines of “Who is the Longhorn Breeder from Denmark that is also a famous actor?” I discovered the answer was Viggo Mortensen. He had been inadvertently listed as an exhibitor for one of the animals in the show. This got my mind quickly spinning. I got to thinking, I’m in Denmark several times a year – maybe I could meet him! I found his website (cirlcemfarm.dk) and I got pretty excited about the idea and didn’t really pay attention to his appearance, just thought that he looked different because of the characters he played. I shared all of this with my Manager from Denmark, Benedikte. She didn’t think it was the actor, but I still thought it was. I reached out to him by email, asking if it would be possible to meet him and his wife Annette and visit their ranch on one of my trips to Denmark. I finished the email by telling him I enjoyed his movies, my favorites being Hildago and Green Book. Just before hitting the send button, something in the back of my mind told me I should double check that this was really the famous actor. Turns out that Viggo Mortensen the actor was born and raised in the State of New York to a Danish father and American mother and doesn’t even live in Denmark. Oops! But I still really wanted to meet them and visit their ranch. So, I removed the last part of my email, explained who I was and that would like to try and set up visit to their ranch on one of my visits to Denmark. The rest as they say, is history. After several email exchanges, we settled on some dates to visit their ranch. In the process, he arranged for us to visit 2 other longhorn ranches as well. It turned out to be a rather whirlwind Saturday, but at the same time quite amazing. Laury my wife flew in from the US on Friday evening. We picked her up at the airport about 5pm, and the four of us, me, Laury, my Danish colleague Benedikte and her husband Anders headed east for about 3 hours to Tistrup. Interesting that we, living west of Fort Worth, Texas could cross the entire country of Denmark in the time it takes us to drive to Austin! We stayed the night at a very country, very Danish Bed and Breakfast Inn. While talking to the owners, they knew a lot about Viggo and Annette and their Longhorns. We got up early the next morning and headed to Circle M Farms. As an American, their place looked very European to us, in a very good way. A historic looking farmhouse,
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(Top left to bottom right) Laury, Viggo, Anette and Kevin; Circle M
Farms Farmhouse, Tistrup, Denmark; Anders meets his first Texas Longhorn, CMF Holy Moly CMF Holy Moly (4 years old); and CMF Bad Company (2 years old)
stables, an arena, green pastures, and white fences. Viggo and Anette met us and took us inside for coffee and pastry. We immediately started talking about their Longhorns, and Paint Horses. Viggo and Anette’s start in Texas Longhorns is a great story: “From the very beginning of Circle M Farm, -back in 1988-, we started visiting Texas every year, – searching for new American Paint Horses to add to our Farm-, we always had a good eye for the many Ranches breeding Texas Longhorn Cattle. We promised ourselves that one day we would also have a few great Longhorn Trophy Steers grazing next to our Paint Horses. But then, – we learned that this was not as easy as bringing over horses. Cattle from the US are very complicated, (if even possible at all) - to import live animals to Denmark, due to all the many veterinarian restrictions in Europe. Actually, – the only way to go, was to find a Texas Longhorn breeder who would be willing to produce a batch of frozen embryos for us. And THIS was not an “easy-peasy”!! But suddenly in 2013, we got in contact to Darlene Aldridge, DVM, – the owner of one of the finest Texas Longhorn herds in all USA, STAR CREEK RANCH in Texas. And Darlene helped us to buy two sets of shipments, one in 2014 and another one in 2015. This resulted in 2 x 3 liveborn calves and these amazing babies grew up to be the foundation of our 1st -class Breeding animals, here on Circle M Farm in Denmark. So, – from there, we bred and selected the very best bull-calves, to get castrated, to fulfill our highest dream, of being the proud owners of a few heads of purebred Texas Longhorn Trophy-Steers. And that’s where we are today. A VERY long and complicated way to go, – but this has also resulted in a lot of fine, lifetime friendships among Texas Longhorn breeders all over Texas. Very, very great experiences, that we will never forget.” Next, we headed out to meet the Trophy Steers of Circle
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M Farms. CMF Holy Moly and CMF Bad Company. It was a lot of fun introducing my Manager Benedikte and her husband Anders Kroll to the Longhorns in Denmark. Neither of them had ever seen one in person before this visit. They were quite impressed with Holy Moly (we were too!). Now it was time to measure Holy Moly’s horns. This was one of the reasons Viggo was excited we were coming and could help him with an “official” measurement, as one of his goals is to have the longest horned Texas Longhorn Trophy Steer in Europe. So following TLBAA guidelines, and a little Viggo ingenuity, we got him measured. His TTT measurement was 100 in (264.16 (Top left to bottom right) cm). In a recent conversation with Viggo, CMF Holy Peter with some of his herd; Beautiful Longhorn cow Moly is now at 110 in (279.4 cm). We were then introduced to their incredible paint at Peter and Elna’s Farm; At Peter and Elna Botschi’s horses. Viggo and Annette have been heavily in- Farm volved in the paint horse world for many years, raising some of the best breeding paint horse stock in all of Europe, if not the world. You can learn more about their Paint Horses here: https://circlemfarm. dk/vores-paint-horses/ After touring the rest of Circle M, including a full sized For their next generations, they imported semen from a arena completely adorned with ribbons and awards, it was Dutch Texas Longhorn in Holland. time to head for the next longhorn ranch. And since then, they have bought “new blood”, from Next stop was the farm of Jens and Tove Jacobsen. The fellow Danish Longhorn breeders Peter and Elna Botschi, have a traditional Danish dairy operation. Their introduc- which were the first Texas Longhorns in Denmark from tion to Texas Longhorns is a little unique as well. They Canada. bought their first Longhorns in 2009, as 5 embryos from Tove is quite the artist. She collects rocks that have a a Danish “Agent” for Dickinson Cattle Company in Ohio hole through them, and she then crafts all sorts of creand implanted them in their own dairy cows. This resulted ations, including a Longhorn cow and her calf. in a single calf, so the year after they bought an additional After touring their dairy operation, we had a look at 10 embryos, which again resulted in a single calf. This was their Texas Longhorns. Despite the limited breeding opvery disappointing for the Jacobsens. Fortunately these portunities, the Jacobsen’s have created a respectable herd two calf’s were different sexes, so they had their first breed- of 14 Texas Longhorns – with some notable US influenced ing animals and got started their little breeding program. genetics from Dickinson Cattle Company via their embryo transfer. They fed us an amazing lunch featuring the typical Danish open faced sandwich before getting back on the road to another ranch! The final stop of the day was the ranch of Peter & Elna Bötschi. They have a meat calf production facility, similar but quite different compared to how feed lots are operated in the US. Their dive into the longhorn addiction is also an interesting story: They went to Germany and bought some Texas Longhorn calf’s from an German importer of several loads of small calf’s from Canada! At that time this was the ONLY-way to get live animals into Europe! Peter had an arrangement with another Danish farmer who also got two animals, in the same import. But that farmer had to sell his little bull and heifer shortly after the import, due to private circumstances. And this was actually Viggo’s chance to buy his first little bull- and heifer calf! Peter and Elna currently have a herd of 22 Longhorns. To say we had a great trip and made some (Top left to bottom right) Tove Jacobsen and her rock creations; A beautiful cow from the Jacoblifelong friends would be an understatement. sens Herd; Danish Open Faced Sandwich and Almost the whole gang at The Jacobsens - Laury Their hospitality was truly amazing. It was an took the picture. From the left Benedikte Kroll, Anders Kroll, Kevin Rooker, Jens Jacobsens, Anette Mortensen, Viggo Mortensen (not the actor…), Elna Botschi, Peter Botschi, Tove Jacobsen
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TEXAS LONGHORN BREEDERS OF TOMORROW
Presidents
Message
Fall is finally here and with it brings cooler weather, leaves like the colors of our favorite cows and weekends of shows with friends. If you’ve attended one of the TLBT General Meetings (held at West Texas Fair & Rodeo, East Texas State Fair or State Fair of TX), you’ve had the chance to meet the 2023-2024 TLBT Board and hear about our service project and exciting new merchandise coming soon! Keep an eye on the TRAILS magazine for lots of good information like practice questions for the Quiz Bowl competition held annually at the World Show. The TLBT Service Project for the 2023-2024 show season is off to a great start and we’re well on our way raising funds to help kids in crisis! Our goal is to raise funds to purchase stuffed longhorn cows (you know, the kind most of us TLBT kids have) and donate them to the Fort Worth Police Department. Frequently, when the police are called to a situation involving kids, those kids are scared and upset. The police officers keep stuffed animals available to help comfort those kids. We all know that Texas Longhorns are the cuddliest cows around and listen to all our problems - so here’s our chance to share that warmth with other kids. New TLBT merchandise will be for sale soon! Look for the TLBT merchandise table at affiliate shows and also follow our Facebook page for more ways to order. The TLBT board would love to hear your ideas! You can be involved by helping to raise money with fundraisers we’ll hold at the shows, send in ideas about new merchandise you’d like to see and sharing your thoughts with us at the general membership meetings. The next TLBT General Membership Meeting will be held during the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo - time and location to be announced. Building A Better Tomorrow! Sincerely,
Allison Lowrie 2023 - 2024 TLBT President
Find upcoming TLBAA World Qualifying Shows on Pg. 48
Learn About Our Fundraiser On the Inside Back Cover.
QUIZ BOWL QUESTIONS Jr. Question:
Intermediate Question:
What city is the TLBAA Office located in?
What are two of the three types of branding methods?
Teen Question:
Senior Question:
A table that gives a line of ancestors for an animal is called what?
At what age must bulls be shown with a permanent nose ring?
Answers Jr: Fort Worth, TX | Intermediate: Freeze, Electric and Fire | Teen: Pedigree | Senior: 12 Months or Older
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2023-2024 TLBT OFFICERS & DIRECTORS Allison Lowrie
Alyssa Brady
Teagan Mathey
Hunter Lawson Vice President
Hadley Anderson
Harlee Roberson
Sheridan Van Blarcom
Savannah Duncan
Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar
Jenna Quillin
Jaylin Krimmel
Nicholas Mathey
Bonnie Welborn
For more info or questions regarding the TLBT, please contact us at tlbtadvisors@gmail.com or visit us on social media!
Parliamentarian
President
Intermediate Director
Senior Director
Intermediate Director
Senior Director
Reporter
Treasurer
Junior Director
Teen Director
Evelyn Sabio Secretary
Teen Director
Intermediate Director Spotlight Teagan Mathey
Intermediate Director
Junior Director
Harlee Roberson
Intermediate Director
What have you learned from showing Longhorns? - What I have learned from showing longhorns; I have learned how to be confident, hardworking, kind, brave humble and happy.
What have you learned from showing Longhorns? - I have learned that even if you don’t win in the ring sometimes, it isn’t a loss if you learned something.
What/Who has been your biggest influence while showing Texas Longhorn Cattle? - My best friend Harlee Jo. She has helped me with everything from showmanship to washing my cows. I’m so happy to have her as my best friend.
What/Who has been your biggest influence while showing Texas Longhorn Cattle? - My sister Hailey and my brother Hunter have had the biggest influence on me. They have taught me everything I know and have always supported me.
Member Spotlight Brynn Hickman
Ethan Hickman
What is your favorite longhorn show? - Holiday Extravaganza
What is your favorite longhorn show? - TLBAA World Expo
What is a unique face that no everyone knows about you? - I really like Harry Potter.
What is a unique face that no everyone knows about you? - I have an Old Time Scotch Collie named Rayna.
What do you want to be when you grow up? - Possibly a Dentist.
What do you want to be when you grow up? - Marine Biologist, Plumber, or Zookeeper.
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Alumni Spotlight
What year were you TLBT President? - 1987-1990 How has being a TLBT leader impacted your career and life? - I made many connections around the United States showing longhorn cattle, speaking to youth groups and conducting showmanship clinics that help me grow more confident being in front of people exhibiting or speaking on a microphone. I also learned so much from many old-time longhorn breeders about our great breed of Texas Longhorns. Today, I am a Cattle Consultant and Judge in the longhorn industry as well as a Professional Announcer where I McCee/ Announce World Horse Shows/ Regional Horse and Cattle Shows and State Fairs around the United States. I also do voice over work for radio and tv.
Russell Fairchild
What do you do now? - Along with my consultant work and announcing, I also breed and raise Texas Longhorn cattle and Quarter Horses. I also serve as the General Manager for Cold Copper Commodities Company. What would be your advice towards the current TLBT generation for the future? - As for advice for current youth members, find something you are passionate about and pursue a career doing exactly that! Work harder than everyone else, never give up on a dream and if your career is truly doing what you love, your work never feels like a J.O.B And the second piece of advice is to always surround yourself with amazing people who will encourage you and push you to be your very best. When you practice or work with those better than you, it will make you your very best you! Live life to the fullest and enjoy every single day!
NEWS ON THE TRAIL continued from pg. 31 incredible experience for Laury and I to visit Longhorn breeders half a world away. It was interesting how similar but also how different. A couple of examples would be: Animals are not branded in Denmark, they use ear tags and RFID. Electric fencing is used as opposed to barbed wire or pipe fencing for cattle. All 3 of these operations are very interested in increasing their herds and welcoming potential new breeders in Denmark. However, there is an enormous challenge to acquire new breeding Longhorn cattle. Importing live animals, especially from the US is virtually impossible to do currently. What they need is semen and embryos. Even that is a challenge with some very specific quarantine and paperwork requirements from the Danish government. If you would be interested in having some of your genetics represented in Denmark and potentially throughout Europe, I would encourage you to contact Viggo Mortensen at viggo@circlemfarm.dk. He can explain the requirements and can get you directed to the right authorities. How exciting would that be to have your herd genetics a part of a growing international spread of Texas Longhorns. Laury and I would like to personally thank Viggo and Anette Mortensen, Jens and Tove Jacobsen and Peter & Elna Bötschi for opening up their homes and ranches to us. It was truly a unique experience and feel like we have gained some true friends in the Longhorn world.
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Affiliate News
AFFILIATE UPDATES The East Texas Longhorn Association hosted the East Texas State Fair in Tyler, Texas, the weekend of September 29 - October 1, the event was chaired by ETLA members Brenda and John Oliver. Several new TLBT members attended the East Texas State Fair for their first show, we would like to congratulate those members DEBORAH BURKHAM and thank them for joining us. We would also like to congratulate all of the class, PRESIDENT division, and overall winners, and showmanship champions; Thank the judges DBURK5@HOTMAIL.COM Cody Himmerleich (as well as wife Taylor, who stepped in to ring stewarding) and Hunter Ganske for their time and comments. Additionally, we would like to express our gratitude and thank all of the sponsors of the event; Flying H Longhorns, G&L Cattle Company, La Hacienda TROD Longhorns, George and Cindy Dennis, Oliver Longhorns, Sharer Cattle Company, OCC Civil & Mechanical, Red Star Ranch, Hynes Farms, and Peacock Ridge Longhorns. The 2022-23 ETLA Youth Board held their final meeting and sat down with their peers for pizza and a fun activity presented by President Jaylin Krimmel. Following the meal and activity the youth elections were held for the 20232024 year. We would like to thank the 2022-23 team for their time and commitment to the ETLA, it has been a pleasure to work with such an outstanding group of individuals. Additionally, we would like to congratulate the 2023-24 team on their new positions, Christopher Hatler (Pres.), Alyssa Brady (V. Pres.), Alissa Butler (Sec.), and Natalie Stewart (Rep.). These members are joined by youth directors Tucker Oliver, and Nicholas Mathey (Jr. Div.), Tegan Mathey, and Wyleigh Oliver (Int. Div.), Avery Mathey (Teen Div.), Natalie Stewart and Matthew (Pike) Mann (Sr. Division). We are looking forward to what the next year brings for these individuals and their peers. Youth who are interested in becoming more involved with our affiliate need to ensure that they join as soon as possible; seniors must be members during their graduation year and be involved with the ETLA through participation in one or more of the affiliate’s sanctioned shows (East Texas State Fair, Kaufman Police Association Longhorn Show, and the Corsicana Classic). Becoming a member has many benefits including networking with industry leaders and peers, scholarship opportunities, educational opportunities, and more; We have some exciting things in the works for our members and look forward to sharing those soon! Coming up quickly is the Kaufman Police Association Longhorn Show, held in Athens, Texas the weekend of November 17-19. Entry forms have been made available and are due on time October 28. Entry Forms can be sent to you by contacting Show Chair Joel Norris by email, joelnorris.83jn@gmail.com! Sponsorship opportunities are also available! The 2023 Judges are Lauren Dean (ALL Youth Events), Justin Hansard (Non-Haltered and Miniature Haltered Events), and Gary Bowdoin (Haltered Events). The 2022 event hosted nearly 300 entries and was a huge success. The Henderson County Expo Center is a great facility, featuring panel stalling, several wash racks, a hoof trimmer (available Friday ONLY), as well as access to food on the grounds, and conveniently located near numerous top-rated restaurants, hotels, and shopping!
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Top Row (L-R): Whitley Rogers, Reserve Junior Champion Trophy Steer. Madison Lawrence, and her senior sale heifer STCC Loretta Lynn. Kalie Hampton, exhibiting cattle for the first time at the ETSF. Bottom Row (L-R): Adam Hatler exhibiting a heifer in the Haltered Show. Eve Sabio and Timothy Hatler at the backdrop with their senior sale heifers and first-place ribbons from the Youth Show. ETSF Youth playing in the dirt during Saturday’s events. The Youth Miniature Steer Grand Drive, judged by Hunter Ganske. Kealyn Harrell, another first-time exhibitor, praying with her heifer Worth Keepin’ prior to the show.
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Affiliate News Another successful weekend of events is in the books for the Great Plains Texas Longhorn Association. Two World Qualifying shows were well attended with cattle and producers from all over the country. Plans are under way for August of 2024. GORDON HOWIE More new members continue to join, partnering with the GPTLA to promote PRESIDENT Texas Longhorn cattle and help producers build their program & market their GKHOWIE@YAHOO.COM cattle. One of the tools developed for members is the GPTLA Sale Pen. Take a look at some of the cattle being offered at www.gptla.com/Sale-Pen. Again, this year the GPTLA participated with a Satellite measurement event for the Horn Showcase. A membership meeting followed the measuring, including nominations for election of officers for the GPTLA. The next event scheduled for our region is the 4th Annual Black Hills Longhorn Sale. This virtual sale will take place on Feb. 3, 2024, during the Black Hills Stock Show (one of the nation’s largest). The Black Hills Longhorn Sale affords producers in every State the opportunity to market cattle during the winter without the expense and hassle of transporting them for long distances. The on-line catalog and bidding will b handled by Hired Hand. There will be on-line pre-bidding prior to the sale. One Sale Day, the Dan Huntington team will be on site in Rapid City for the live auction which will include a live bidding audience as well as on-line bidding for those not traveling to Rapid City for the event. On Line consignment form is available at https://hiredhandsoftware.wufoo.com/forms/ m1hjbs0k06d7h4b/ or call Gordon Howie at 605-381-3998. There will also be a GPTLA membership meeting at the Black Hills Stock Show on Feb. 3rd. More info on that later. The GPTLA membership continues to welcome new member producers (you can join regardless of where you live). We would LOVE to have you join us! $250 lifetime membership dues or $25.00 annual. Call us any time! Scot O’Bryan, Vice President, GPTLA (605) 344-2263 or Gordon Howie, President, GPTLA (605) 381-3998 We are always happy to help!
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The affiliate held it’s year end meeting at the Monument Inn, La Porte, TX with 55 members in attendance. It was a great time not only to discuss the previous year and exciting things for the upcoming year, but to have great fellowship with the Longhorn community. Election of Board members and Officers were held KATHY LEWIS with the following seats placed. PRESIDENT Officer Positions: President – Kathy Lewis; Vice President – Julio Romero; KATVAL432@AOL.COM Treasurer – Kim Head; Secretary – Jennifer Francis Directors (Three-Year Term Expiring June 30, 2026): Remy Broussard, Ben Herman, Kelly Jones, Kristi Washburn Open Director’s Spot, (Two Year Term Expiring June 30, 2025): Karen Allen Open Director’s Spots (One Year Term Expiring June 3, 2024): Tonie Romero, Nel Scott We congratulate Our returning Board members and welcome the new members, knowing that they will bring fresh ideas and insight to the affiliation over the coming years. Please keep and eye on Our Face Book page for Our upcoming shows and Futurities to be announced in the next few weeks and for updates on Our calf donations as the Youth prepare for the coming show season.
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In The Pen We thank these folks for kindly droppin’ in at the TLBAA office.
Alyson Cindy & Bill Mello - BC Mello Arena & Cattle, Goldendale, WA
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ATTENTION AFFILIATES! Please submit your news to myra@tlbaa.org each month. You may include photos. If you wish for names to be included under photos, please supply those captions. You can include meeting reports, upcoming events, member accomplishments...anything that let people see that your affiliate is a great community to be a part of within the Longhorn industry. All news and photos need to be submitted by the first of the month prior to publication date. (For example, November news items need to be turned in by October 1st) We look forward to helping promote your affiliate and its members!
The next time you visit Fort Worth, Texas, be sure to check out the historic Fort Worth Stockyards District. While you’re here, stop by 221 W. Exchange, Ste. 210. The TLBAA staff always enjoys seeing members! TEXAS LONGHORN TRAILS
Dams Of Merit
New Dam of Distinction Joins Roll of Honor BRR Bella Bambi, owned by Russ Thompson of Bull & Barrell Longhorns, Decatur, TX, has now joined the Dams of Distinction. The Dam of Merit Program has been available for TLBAA members for many years as a tool to recognize those Texas Longhorn females that stand out in the area of production among Texas Longhorn breeders. Often overlooked as an effective marketing tool, this list is an official record of the positive reproductive record of Longhorn females. How can it benefit in your program? First, among fellow breeders, it shows your dedication to building a herd on a foundation of solid, reproducible genetics. No one can afford females that do not produce offspring regularly and this record shows off those dependable genetics in your herd. Second, among other cattle breeders, it promotes the cost effectiveness of the Texas Longhorn breed. Dependably producing a calf every year is a trait every breed hopes for in a female. Such evidence of productivity can sway other cattle owners to consider bringing Longhorns into a crossbred program or starting a secondary herd of Longhorns. You may even turn them into 100% Longhorn owners! Third, among those who have never owned livestock or own other types of livestock, the thought of generating a little regular income from that beautiful, unique piece of history is always a plus. If
you’re a hobbyist or simply an animal lover, you still want to know that when you’re ready to see calves on the ground, it will be high odds that the process will go smoothly. What’s the cost to you to get your female on the list? Only $25 plus a little time investment. You will need to make sure that as your females calve, you have updated their progeny records in H.O.R.N.S. If you have a female that qualifies, simply call the TLBAA office and speak to registrar Rick Fritsche, or drop him an email at rick@tlbaa.org and he will provide you with the necessary form to fill out to submit your dam for verification. Rick will also help with any questions you may have about “calf at side” information in H.O.R.N.S. Once the progeny have been verified, your dam will be added to the list which appears in Trails Magazine, and you will receive a Dam of Merit certificate for your records. This is an affordable and easy benefit for members to promote a very important positive trait of Texas Longhorns that make owning them that much more satisfying. **NOTE: This is not a record TLBAA tracks for you. It is up to you, as a owner/breeder, to notify us when your cow has achieved this goal. We look forward to your participation.
Dam of Merit Roll of Honor Dams of Excellence
Dam must have had 10 consecutive calves, with the first being before her third birthday
4-Ever David & Jo Anne Norwood, Waco, TX
Bell La Squaw Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
CO Barbwire David M. Hillis, Austin, Texas
Cross M Cherokee Miss Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, New Mexico
Dewlap Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, New Mexico
F 3F Bevo’s T J Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, New Mexico
G&L Enchantment Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, Texas
G&L True Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, Texas
High Hope, FD Bo & Dorie Damuth, Magnolia, Texas
Hope’s Secret David & Jo Anne Norwood, Waco, TX
Miss CP Ruler 562 T.M. & Jean Smith, Bar S Ranch, Boyd, Texas
Miss Peppermint
Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
SP Hija Ben Tanksley, Alpine, Texas
US 89076 Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, New Mexico
Westhaven Ranger Reddy Fraser West, Ione, California
WT Miss Mona’s Liberator Pearl Longhorn Ranch, Allen & Suzanne Perry, Evant, Texas
Ed & Sheryl Johnson, Molalla, Oregon Nutmeg 7/4 Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
Picabo Phantom Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
Rawhide Lady Pebbles
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Dams Of Merit
Dams of Distinction
Dam must have had 5 consecutive calves, with the first being before her third birthday
Bayou Daisy Dr. Eugene & Jolie Berry Baton Rouge, LA
Diamond W 952 Meadowwood, Charley & Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK
Hayfork Barts BB Frank & Teresa Locatelli, Santa Cruz, California
Dillons Fancy Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM
Indian Girl 636 Carla Jo Payne, Slidell, TX
Bayou Princess Dr. Eugene & Jolie Berry Baton Rouge, LA
Dixie Heather 3G Ranch, Loyd &Bettie Gibbs Gainesville, TX
JRJ WR 978 Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
BH Mahogany May Joel & Tamara Kuntz, Bend, OR
Dolly Joel & Shirley Lemley, Blackwell, TX
BRR Bella Bambi Russ Thompson, Decatur, TX
Double L’s Miss Elegant Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX
CO Starlight Richard Whalen, Galdewater, TX
Emperor’s Lucy Creek Gary Kudrna, Ennis, TX
Cross M Blue Velvet Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM
Fandangos Husker Barnard Longhorns, Richard & Janice Barnard Tekamah, NE
Almendra Dixie Tierra Joel & Tamara Kuntz, Bend, OR
Cross M Delta Becca Jim & Wanda Taylor Truth or Consequences, NM Cross M Delta Charisma Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM
FCF Honeymoon Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX FCF 16th Avenue Mitch Bryant, Katy, TX
Cross M Salsa Jim & Wanda Taylor Truth or Consequences, NM
FCF Too Sexy For My Sox Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX
Cross M Star Spangled Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM
Fiona Moonshine Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
Cross M Texas Ruby Red Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM
Folsom Falls Posh Folsom Falls Ranch, Fred & Marijo Balmer,Folsom, NM
Cross M Whelming Matrix Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM Cross M Whelming Sandy Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM Daisy 221 4W Ranch, Gladewater, TX Delta Amber Phillip Bell, Arlington, TX Diamond Q Roselyn John & Rebecca McCammon Ponder, TX
GC Little Star Dr. Fritz & Rebecca Moeller, Socorro, NM G&L Silver Sage Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, TX G&L Star Spangled Dr. Gene & Lana Hightower, Van, TX Good Knight Plum Coco Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada Granite Daisy Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada
Ksanka Lily Belle Robert & Sheryl Greene, Eureka, MO Lizzy’s Splash Eagles Nest Ranch, Ben & Ilse Myren, Colville, WA Lupemitedookay Debra Lesyk & Dwight Overlid, Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada Meadowwood’s Carmen Charley & Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK Meadowwood’s Clementine Charley & Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK Meadowwood’s Tango Brink Longhorns, Frederick, OK Molly Hunts Best 01 Chris Bandley, St. George, UT MTR Sittin Sioux Roger Cole, DVM, Marshfield, MO OL Dolly Christopher & Heather Fischer, Grapeland, TX Peekaboo Dick & Cheryl Curry, Springtown, TX Rusty Zipper Frank & Barbara Renfro, Clinton, MO S-D Sparkle Plenty Rudy & Marilyn Bowling, Kaufman, TX Silver Sage Double D Arena, Outlook, SK, Canada 3W Legends Country Erin Lazy JP Ranch, Dublin, TX 3W Pot of Independence Dale & Bev Sorem, Nevada, IA Westhavenreddy’sspecks Broadhorn Ranch, Douglas & Katie McDonald, Fernley, NE
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Show Results MINIATURE STEER DIVISION
CALIFORNIA STATE FAIR
CLASS M29: 1. LL MARGARITAVILLE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. CATTYWAMPUS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
July 30, 2023 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS 5: 1. SCHOONER OF FIREBALL, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK Haltered Female Junior Champion: SCHOONER OF FIREBALL, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK
Steer Grand Champion: LL MARGARITAVILLE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Steer Grand Champion Reserve: CATTYWAMPUS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
BRINGIN’ THE HEAT POINTS ONLY
PRODUCE OF DAM CLASS 34: 1. ROLLING O PAMELA, Leo & Jolene Omlin, MANTECA, CA
August 11, 2023
GET OF SIRE CLASS 35: 1. WESTHAVEN FAST WIN, Swayze R. Lawton, WHEATLAND, CA
YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION
NON-HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION
Youth Female Junior Champion: TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Junior Champion Reserve: LR CRICKET CP, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX
CLASS 5: 1. TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR CRICKET CP, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX
CLASS 8: 1. SZ FAST WINNING MAGIC, Swayze R. Lawton, WHEATLAND, CA 2. WESTGATES MAYBELLE, Ginger Schratz, PLYMOUTH, CA CLASS 9: 1. WH CASANOVA JUDIGARLAND, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA 2. WESTHAVEN BOOMING GOLDGIA, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA CLASS 10: 1. WH CHARRO LINDYHOP IRON, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA 2. WH FARLAP SWINGTIME IRON, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA CLASS 11: 1. STORMY SKY 8, Ginger Schratz, PLYMOUTH, CA Non-Haltered Female Senior Champion: SZ FAST WINNING MAGIC, Swayze R. Lawton, WHEATLAND, CA Non-Haltered Female Senior Champion Reserve: WH CASANOVA JUDIGARLAND, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA Non-Haltered Female Grand Champion: SZ FAST WINNING MAGIC, Swayze R. Lawton, WHEATLAND, CA Non-Haltered Female Grand Champion Reserve: WH CASANOVA JUDIGARLAND, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA CLASS 16: 1. WESTHAVEN CLEAR REVERIE, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA 2. WH ECHOBOOM IRON, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA CLASS 17: 1. WH CHARRO TOUCHE, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA 2. ROLLING O LYNELL, Leo & Jolene Omlin, MANTECA, CA CLASS 19: 1. ROLLING O PAMELA, Leo & Jolene Omlin, MANTECA, CA Non-Haltered Mature Female Champion: ROLLING O PAMELA, Leo & Jolene Omlin, MANTECA, CA Non-Haltered Mature Female Champion Reserve: WESTHAVEN CLEAR REVERIE, Westhaven Longhorn Ranch, IONE, CA
MINIATURE FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS M03: 1. LL FIRECRACKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. TOY MY MY MY, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA CLASS M04: 1. TOY MAJESTIC DIAMOND JAT, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA 2. TOY STRAWBERRY PATCH, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA Female Junior Champion: LL FIRECRACKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Junior Champion Reserve: TOY MAJESTIC DIAMOND JAT, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA CLASS M07: 1. LL WITCHY WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M08: 1. TOY JIGSAW, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA 2. LL RED HOT 5, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M10: 1. LL QUEEN BEE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Senior Champion: LL WITCHY WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Senior Champion Reserve: TOY JIGSAW, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA Female Grand Champion: LL WITCHY WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Grand Champion Reserve: LL FIRECRACKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M15: 1. LL BIG NOSE KATE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. TOY FELINA IN TAILS JAT, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA Female Mature Grand Champion: LL BIG NOSE KATE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Mature Grand Champion Reserve: TOY FELINA IN TAILS JAT, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA MINIATURE PRODUCE OF DAM CLASS M39: 1. CNH QUEEN ANN FINALE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
MINIATURE BULL DIVISION
CLASS M19: 1. TOY CALIFORNIA STEEL, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA 2. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Junior Champion: TOY CALIFORNIA STEEL, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA Bull Junior Champion Reserve: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M22: 1. TOY DR SUESS, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA 2. LL JACK OF SPADES, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M23: 1. LL ANCHORMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. TOY LUKE SKYWALAKER JAT, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA Bull Senior Champion: LL ANCHORMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Senior Champion Reserve: TOY DR SUESS, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA Bull Grand Champion: LL ANCHORMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Grand Champion Reserve: TOY DR SUESS, J.A. Thomas, MERCED, CA MINIATURE GET OF SIRE CLASS M40: 1. LL UNEXPECTED LOVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
CLASS 8: 1. CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. MARGIE ANN CP, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 9: 1. DISCOVERY GG CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. BCC PINA COLADA, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD LIBERTY BELL, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. AHL LOUIS LADY, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS 11: 1. CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. ENVY ME CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX Youth Female Senior Champion: CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Senior Champion Reserve: ENVY ME CP, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX Youth Female Grand Champion: CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: ENVY ME CP, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS M5: 1. LL FIRECRACKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL TEEPEE CREEPIN’, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M6: 1. LL CATEGORY FIVE, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL GERALDENE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M7: 1. LL BUCKCHERRY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL WITCHY WOMAN, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Female Senior Champion: LL BUCKCHERRY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Female Senior Champion Reserve: LL FIRECRACKER, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX Youth Miniature Female Grand Champion: LL BUCKCHERRY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Female Grand Champion Reserve: LL FIRECRACKER, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX
YOUTH BULL DIVISION
CLASS 20: 1. OCC CANDYMAN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. TJD KAMIKAZE, Tommy Stewart, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. TJD KENOBI, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion: REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion Reserve: OCC CANDYMAN, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M13: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M14: 1. LL CAMEL SMOOTH, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL SKODEN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Bull Grand Champion: LL CAMEL SMOOTH, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Bull Grand Champion Reserve: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX
YOUTH STEER DIVISION
CLASS 27: 1. TJD HOLLYWOOD, John Smith, MERKEL, TX 2. EJS DUNKIN BUTTERBEANS, Brynn Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Youth Steer Junior Champion: TJD HOLLYWOOD, John Smith, MERKEL, TX Youth Steer Junior Champion Reserve: EJS DUNKIN BUTTERBEANS, Brynn Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX CLASS 31: 1. AHL BOOMIN TANMAN, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 32: 1. SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. TB STORMBREAKER, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 33: 1. TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. 14’S SOUTHERN REBEL, Adam Stapleton, MIDLAND, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion: TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion Reserve: 14’S SOUTHERN REBEL, Adam Stapleton, MIDLAND, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion: TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion Reserve: 14’S SOUTHERN REBEL, Adam Stapleton, MIDLAND, TX CLASS Y39: 1. 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. LL TONY STARK, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL LITTLE JOKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion: 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion Reserve: LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
BRINGIN’ THE HEAT August 12, 2023 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS 5: 1. LR CRICKET CP, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LR DOMINO’S EMILY CP, Gary & Emily Hughes, Moran, TX Haltered Female Junior Champion: LR CRICKET CP, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX
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Show Results Haltered Female Junior Champion Reserve: LR DOMINO’S EMILY CP, Gary & Emily Hughes, Moran, TX
Youth Steer Junior Champion Reserve: EJS DUNKIN BUTTERBEANS, Brynn Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX
CLASS 8: 1. CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Chaparral Cattle Company, DECATUR, TX 2. OCC SURPRISE PARTY, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK CLASS 9: 1. BCC PINA COLADA, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX 2. SV SILVER STARS, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD LIBERTY BELL, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 11: 1. ENVY ME CP, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX 2. TB HARLEY QUINN, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX
CLASS 31: 1. AHL BOOMIN TANMAN, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 32: 1. KALVARY HOOTIN’ HOLLER, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX 2. TB STORMBREAKER, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 33: 1. TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. FLYING H SCOUT HFH, Clarissa Hart, ENNIS, TX
Haltered Female Senior Champion: CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Chaparral Cattle Company, DECATUR, TX Haltered Female Senior Champion Reserve: TJD LIBERTY BELL, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Female Grand Champion: CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Chaparral Cattle Company, DECATUR, TX Haltered Female Grand Champion Reserve: TJD LIBERTY BELL, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 16: 1. SKH CHRYSALIS, Chaparral Cattle Company, DECATUR, TX 2. R4 HIGH HOPES, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX Haltered Mature Female Champion: SKH CHRYSALIS, Chaparral Cattle Company, DECATUR, TX Haltered Mature Female Champion Reserve: R4 HIGH HOPES, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 24: 1. TJD KAMIKAZE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. OCC CANDYMAN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
Youth Steer Senior Champion: TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion Reserve: KALVARY HOOTIN’ HOLLER, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion: TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion Reserve: KALVARY HOOTIN’ HOLLER, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX CLASS Y39: 1. 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylinn Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. LL TONY STARK, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL LITTLE JOKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion: 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylinn Krimmel, BOYD, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion Reserve: LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
TROPHY STEER DIVISION
CLASS 1: 1. 14’S SOUTHERN REBEL, Adam Stapleton, MIDLAND, TX 2. TJD EL LUCHADOR, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
Haltered Bull Junior Champion: TJD KAMIKAZE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Junior Champion Reserve: OCC CANDYMAN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
Steer Junior Champion: 14’S SOUTHERN REBEL, Adam Stapleton, MIDLAND, TX Steer Junior Champion Reserve: TJD EL LUCHADOR, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
CLASS 27: 1. REV ME UP CP, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK 2. CADILLAC 227, Carrasco Cattle Company, MIDLAND, TX CLASS 28: 1. WHIPLASH CP, Hance/Payne Partnership, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 29: 1. HD CAYENNE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR CHERRY BOMB CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
Steer Grand Champion: 14’S SOUTHERN REBEL, Adam Stapleton, MIDLAND, TX Steer Grand Champion Reserve: TJD EL LUCHADOR, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
Haltered Bull Senior Champion: HD CAYENNE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Senior Champion Reserve: REV ME UP CP, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK Haltered Bull Grand Champion: HD CAYENNE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Grand Champion Reserve: TJD KAMIKAZE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION
MINIATURE FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS M03: 1. LL FIRECRACKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. NCC ITTY BITTY DITTY, Nel Scott, TRINITY, TX CLASS M04: 1. LL CATEGORY FIVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. NCC LET’S START A RIOT, Nel Scott, TRINITY, TX Female Junior Champion: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Junior Champion Reserve: LL FIRECRACKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
CLASS 5: 1. TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR DOMINO’S EMILY CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX
CLASS M07: 1. LL WITCHY WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M08: 1. LL BUCKCHERRY, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M09: 1. LL LITTLE SISTER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
Youth Female Junior Champion: TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Junior Champion Reserve: LR DOMINO’S EMILY CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX
Female Senior Champion: LL BUCKCHERRY, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Senior Champion Reserve: LL LITTLE SISTER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
CLASS 8: 1. CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. OCC SURPRISE PARTY, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 9: 1. DISCOVERY GG CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SV SILVER STARS, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD LIBERTY BELL, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. AHL LOUIS LADY, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS 11: 1. WOJO ROSIE CP, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
CLASS M15: 1. LL BIG NOSE KATE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. YA TEEPEE SMOKE 6, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
Youth Female Senior Champion: WOJO ROSIE CP, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Female Senior Champion Reserve: CASSIE TENBAR, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX Youth Female Grand Champion: WOJO ROSIE CP, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M5: 1. LL FIRECRACKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. NCC ITTY BITTY DITTY, Brynn Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX CLASS M6: 1. NCC LET’S START A RIOT, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX 2. LL CATEGORY FIVE, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M7: 1. LL BUCKCHERRY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL WITCHY WOMAN, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Female Senior Champion: LL BUCKCHERRY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Female Senior Champion Reserve: NCC LET’S START A RIOT, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Youth Miniature Female Grand Champion: LL BUCKCHERRY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Female Grand Champion Reserve: NCC LET’S START A RIOT, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX
YOUTH BULL DIVISION
CLASS 20: 1. OCC CANDYMAN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. OCC AMBER ALERT, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. TJD KENOBI, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion: REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion Reserve: OCC CANDYMAN, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M13: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS M14: 1. LL CAMEL SMOOTH, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL SKODEN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Bull Champion: LL CAMEL SMOOTH, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Bull Champion Reserve: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX
YOUTH STEER DIVISION
CLASS 27: 1. TJD HOLLYWOOD, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. EJS DUNKIN BUTTERBEANS, Brynn Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Youth Steer Junior Champion: TJD HOLLYWOOD, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
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Female Grand Champion: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Grand Champion Reserve: LL BUCKCHERRY, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
Female Mature Grand Champion: LL BIG NOSE KATE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Female Mature Grand Champion Reserve: YA TEEPEE SMOKE 6, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK
MINIATURE BULL DIVISION
CLASS M19: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Junior Champion: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M22: 1. NCC VALIENTE, Nel Scott, TRINITY, TX 2. LL CAMEL SMOOTH, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M23: 1. LL ANCHORMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Senior Champion: LL ANCHORMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Senior Champion Reserve: NCC VALIENTE, Nel Scott, TRINITY, TX Bull Grand Champion: LL ANCHORMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Bull Grand Champion Reserve: NCC VALIENTE, Nel Scott, TRINITY, TX
MINIATURE STEER DIVISION
CLASS M29: 1. 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. 2M WALDO, Ark-La-Tex Texas Longhorn Association, SAN AUGUSTINE, TX CLASS M30: 1. LL LITTLE JOKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. LL TINY TIM, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Steer Grand Champion: 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Steer Grand Champion Reserve: 2M WALDO, Ark-La-Tex Texas Longhorn Association, SAN AUGUSTINE, TX
CENTRAL STATES FAIR POINTS ONLY YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION
August 19, 2023
CLASS 5: 1. NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Mason Nix, MURDO, SD 2. TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Junior Champion: NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Mason Nix, MURDO, SD Youth Female Junior Champion Reserve: TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 8: 1. SV DUNKIN D REVIVAL, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 9: 1. SV SILVER STARS, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. DISCOVERY GG CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 10: 1.
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JAMSTER JAM, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE 2. CLEARLY MISS SD, Cash Anders, CRAWFORD, NE CLASS 11: 1. BELLE HOT WINNIE TWO12, Emma Grace Velazquez, DOUGLAS, WY 2. BAR M AWESOME PENNY, Lucie Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE Youth Female Senior Champion: JAMSTER JAM, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE Youth Female Senior Champion Reserve: CLEARLY MISS SD, Cash Anders, CRAWFORD, NE Youth Female Grand Champion: JAMSTER JAM, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Mason Nix, MURDO, SD
YOUTH BULL DIVISION
CLASS 20: 1. TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. OCC CANDYMAN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion: TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion Reserve: REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX
YOUTH STEER DIVISION
Haltered Mature Female Champion: AUNT JEMIMA 012, Ryan Johnson, BIG HORN, WY
HALTERED BULL DIVISION
CLASS 24: 1. TJD KAMIKAZE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. OCC CANDYMAN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Junior Champion: TJD KAMIKAZE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Junior Champion Reserve: OCC CANDYMAN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 27: 1. FORREST GUMP, Toby Johnson, BIG HORN, WY 2. REV ME UP CP, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK CLASS 28: 1. WHIPLASH CP, Hance/Payne Partnership, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 29: 1. NIX DRIED PECOS, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD 2. LR CHERRY BOMB CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Senior Champion: NIX DRIED PECOS, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD Haltered Bull Senior Champion Reserve: LR CHERRY BOMB CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Grand Champion: NIX DRIED PECOS, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD Haltered Bull Grand Champion Reserve: TJD KAMIKAZE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX
CLASS 26: 1. DC CLIFFORD, Brinley Dewey, OTTO, WY Youth Steer Junior Champion: DC CLIFFORD, Brinley Dewey, OTTO, WY CLASS 30: 1. LCR MAMA’S ESCALADE, Fynnleigh Paczosa, BATTLE CREEK, NE CLASS 32: 1. SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 33: 1. LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE 2. TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion: SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion Reserve: LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE Youth Steer Grand Champion: SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion Reserve: LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE CLASS Y38: 1. LL MR PEANUT, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y39: 1. 2M WALDO, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LL TONY STARK, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL LITTLE JOKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion: LL LITTLE JOKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion Reserve: LL TINY TIM, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX
TROPHY STEER DIVISION
CLASS 1: 1. SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Joseph Sedlacek, GREENLEAF, KS CLASS 2: 1. MC REN, Kris Johnson & Ryan Johnson Partnership, BIG HORN, WY 2. JASLD IRON Z OB-NOXIOUS, Sharon L. Di Pasqua, WHEATLAND, WY Steer Junior Champion: MC REN, Kris Johnson & Ryan Johnson Partnership, BIG HORN, WY Steer Junior Champion Reserve: JASLD IRON Z OB-NOXIOUS, Sharon L. Di Pasqua, WHEATLAND, WY
NON-HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS 4: 1. DC GROOVY GRETTA, Jesse and Amber Dewey, OTTO, WY CLASS 5: 1. DIRTY DEEDS, Kris Johnson, BIG HORN, WY Non-Haltered Female Junior Champion: DC GROOVY GRETTA, Jesse and Amber Dewey, OTTO, WY Non-Haltered Female Junior Champion Reserve: DIRTY DEEDS, Kris Johnson, BIG HORN, WY CLASS 8: 1. SV DUNKIN D REVIVAL, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 9: 1. LIL MISS SHARP SHOOTER, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. INDIAN SUMMER 23, Toby Johnson, BIG HORN, WY CLASS 10: 1. SLD IRON ZANE SPITFIRE, Sharon L. Di Pasqua, WHEATLAND, WY 2. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 11: 1. LINE OF PEARLS, Keir Albert, CENTRAL CITY, NE 2. SANGRIA 14, Toby Johnson, BIG HORN, WY Non-Haltered Female Senior Champion: LINE OF PEARLS, Keir Albert, CENTRAL CITY, NE Non-Haltered Female Senior Champion Reserve: SLD IRON ZANE SPITFIRE, Sharon L. Di Pasqua, WHEATLAND, WY Non-Haltered Female Grand Champion: LINE OF PEARLS, Keir Albert, CENTRAL CITY, NE Non-Haltered Female Grand Champion Reserve: SLD IRON ZANE SPITFIRE, Sharon L. Di Pasqua, WHEATLAND, WY CLASS 16: 1. RNL GRANDE GRETTA, Jesse and Amber Dewey, OTTO, WY 2. TC ROCKIN DIXIE CHICK, Jesse and Amber Dewey, OTTO, WY CLASS 19: 1. SANDDOLLAR FLO, Leslin Ossoff, DILLON, MT 2. DIAMOND DOLLAR, Toby Johnson, BIG HORN, WY
CLASS 5: 1. ASTRO 1018, Jesse and Amber Dewey, OTTO, WY 2. BRUTUS 501, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD
Non-Haltered Mature Female Champion: SANDDOLLAR FLO, Leslin Ossoff, DILLON, MT Non-Haltered Mature Female Champion Reserve: DIAMOND DOLLAR, Toby Johnson, BIG HORN, WY
Steer Senior Champion: ASTRO 1018, Jesse and Amber Dewey, OTTO, WY Steer Senior Champion Reserve: BRUTUS 501, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD
YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION
Steer Grand Champion: MC REN, Kris Johnson & Ryan Johnson Partnership, BIG HORN, WY Steer Grand Champion Reserve: JASLD IRON Z OB-NOXIOUS, Sharon L. Di Pasqua, WHEATLAND, WY
CENTRAL STATE FAIR
CLASS 5: 1. TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Mason Nix, MURDO, SD Youth Female Junior Champion: TJD GABBI, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Junior Champion Reserve: NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Mason Nix, MURDO, SD
August 20, 2023 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS 8: 1. SV DUNKIN D REVIVAL, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 9: 1. DISCOVERY GG CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SV SILVER STARS, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD LIBERTY BELL, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 11: 1. CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. BAR M AWESOME PENNY, Lucie Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE
Haltered Female Junior Champion: NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD Haltered Female Junior Champion Reserve: NIX 395 BLUE IRON, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD
Youth Female Senior Champion: TJD LIBERTY BELL, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Senior Champion Reserve: CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
CLASS 17: 1. AUNT JEMIMA 012, Ryan Johnson, BIG HORN, WY CLASS 9: 1. DISCOVERY GG CP, Walker Hance, COLLINSVILLE, OK CLASS 10: 1. JAMSTER JAM, Harvey and Donna Thiessen, DANNEBROG, NE 2. CLEARLY MISS SD, Bill & Tammy Dennert, BOX ELDER, SD
Youth Female Grand Champion: TJD LIBERTY BELL, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
Haltered Female Senior Champion: JAMSTER JAM, Harvey and Donna Thiessen, DANNEBROG, NE Haltered Female Senior Champion Reserve: CLEARLY MISS SD, Bill & Tammy Dennert, BOX ELDER, SD
CLASS 20: 1. TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. OCC CANDYMAN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX
CLASS 5: 1. NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD 2. NIX 395 BLUE IRON, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD
Haltered Female Grand Champion: JAMSTER JAM, Harvey and Donna Thiessen, DANNEBROG, NE Haltered Female Grand Champion Reserve: NIX 316 PECOS JETT CHEX, Christopher Nix, MURDO, SD CLASS 11: 1. BELLE HOT WINNIE TWO12, Belle Longhorns, LLC, DOUGLAS, WY 2. BAR M AWESOME PENNY, Bar M Longhorns, KATY, TX
YOUTH BULL DIVISION
Youth Bull Grand Champion: TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion Reserve: REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX
YOUTH STEER DIVISION
CLASS 26: 1. DC CLIFFORD, Brinley Dewey, OTTO, WY Youth Steer Junior Champion: DC CLIFFORD, Brinley Dewey, OTTO, WY CLASS 30: 1. LCR MAMA’S ESCALADE, Fynnleigh Paczosa, BATTLE CREEK, NE CLASS 32: 1. SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 33: 1. LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Lilly
Attention Show Chairs!
Results are published once official results are received and verified as correct in the HORNS show management system. Please submit your official results to the TLBAA office as soon as possible to avoid a delay in being published in Trails Magazine and to ensure points are kept current. Please feel free to submit champion/Reserve Champion photos as well. Candids may be submitted to myra@tlbaa.org and may be used based on space available.
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Show Results Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE 2. TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
Roesler, KRUM, TX
Youth Steer Senior Champion: SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion Reserve: LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE
CLASS 8: 1. SANDDOLLAR SAHARA, Morris/Miller Partnership, TUSCOLA, TX 2. CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Chaparral Cattle Company, DECATUR, TX CLASS 9: 1. SAINT JOACHIMA, Johnathan & Meagan Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX 2. BIG BOODI JOODI CP, Johnathan & Meagan Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX CLASS 10: 1. LR SAMSONITES ROSEY CP, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX 2. HAYWIRE BETTY B, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK CLASS 11: 1. ENVY ME CP, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX 2. TB HARLEY QUINN, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX
Youth Steer Grand Champion: SAMURAI SIDEKICK, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion Reserve: LAZYJ’S LITTLE JOE, Lilly Lautenschlager, PALMER, NE CLASS Y38: 1. LL MR PEANUT, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y39: 1. 2M WALDO, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LL TONY STARK, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL LITTLE JOKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion: 2M WALDO, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion Reserve: LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
WEST TEXAS FAIR & RODEO POINTS ONLY YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION
September 2, 2023
CLASS 3: 1. RS WHITE RUSHIN’, Alex Ladd, NEMO, TX CLASS 4: 1. CCR COWGIRL PEACH, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX 2. SL MISS TEEN USA, Hunter Lawson, PARADISE, TX CLASS 5: 1. LR DOMINO’S EMILY CP, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX 2. SL LOVEBUG, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Youth Female Junior Champion: CCR COWGIRL PEACH, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX Youth Female Junior Champion Reserve: LR DOMINO’S EMILY CP, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 8: 1. SANDDOLLAR SAHARA, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX 2. MARGIE ANN CP, Kara Burns, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 9: 1. WIC MISS MAIZIE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX 2. REDSTAR HEY JUNE, Alyssa Brady, RED OAK, TX CLASS 10: 1. FLYING H PEARLS DESTINY, Hunter Lawson, PARADISE, TX 2. TJD O’LEIA, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS 11: 1. ENVY ME CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX 2. CASSIE TENBAR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Female Senior Champion: WIC MISS MAIZIE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX Youth Female Senior Champion Reserve: ENVY ME CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX Youth Female Grand Champion: WIC MISS MAIZIE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: ENVY ME CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX
YOUTH BULL DIVISION
CLASS 19: 1. CCR JELLY ROLL, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX CLASS 20: 1. TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. OCC CANDYMAN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SL RUGER, Hunter Lawson, PARADISE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion: REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion Reserve: TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX
YOUTH STEER DIVISION
CLASS 26: 1. SIR WINSTON WALLACE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX CLASS 27: 1. JCG DRAX THE DESTROYER, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX 2. LR ICE MAN CP, Charles White, FORT WORTH, TX Youth Steer Junior Champion: SIR WINSTON WALLACE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX Youth Steer Junior Champion Reserve: JCG DRAX THE DESTROYER, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX CLASS 30: 1. TL MIDNIGHT RIDE, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX CLASS 31: 1. TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. AHL BOOMIN TANMAN, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 32: 1. WIC PHOENIX, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX 2. JCG OLDCHUNKOFCOAL, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX CLASS 33: 1. BELLA’S BANDOLERO, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. JL WHITE LIGHTNING, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion: BELLA’S BANDOLERO, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion Reserve: JL WHITE LIGHTNING, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion: BELLA’S BANDOLERO, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion Reserve: JL WHITE LIGHTNING, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS Y39: 1. LL TONY STARK, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. 2M HURDSTROM, Harlee Jo Roberson, PARADISE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion: LL TINY TIM, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion Reserve: 2M HURDSTROM, Harlee Jo Roberson, PARADISE, TX
WEST TEXAS FAIR & RODEO
Haltered Female Grand Champion: ENVY ME CP, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX Haltered Female Grand Champion Reserve: SL LOVEBUG, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 16: 1. WIC SHE’S A DAISY, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX 2. TB SUNSET STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 17: 1. HI 5’S DREAM CATCHER, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX 2. HI 5’S HENNESSY, Rustic Sunset Ranch, Llc., STEPHENVILLE, TX Haltered Mature Female Champion: WIC SHE’S A DAISY, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX Haltered Mature Female Champion Reserve: TB SUNSET STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX
OPEN HALTERED BULL DIVISION
CLASS 24: 1. SL DOUBLE SHOT, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX 2. OCC CANDYMAN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Junior Champion: SL DOUBLE SHOT, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX Haltered Bull Junior Champion Reserve: OCC CANDYMAN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 27: 1. REV ME UP CP, PALS Cattle Company, MAUD, OK 2. SL RUGER, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 28: 1. KALVARY ADMIRAL’S LEGACY, Clinton & Tabitha Schwarz, MIDWAY, TX 2. JL THE GREAT GATSBY, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS 29: 1. HD CAYENNE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. WIC NEXT BIG DEAL, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX Haltered Bull Senior Champion: HD CAYENNE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Senior Champion Reserve: WIC NEXT BIG DEAL, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX Haltered Bull Grand Champion: HD CAYENNE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Haltered Bull Grand Champion Reserve: WIC NEXT BIG DEAL, Randy & Catherine Morris, TUSCOLA, TX
YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS 3: 1. RS WHITE RUSHIN’, Alex Ladd, NEMO, TX CLASS 4: 1. CCR COWGIRL PEACH, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX 2. KALVARY SWEET MAGNOLIA, Lainey Schwarz, MIDWAY, TX CLASS 5: 1. CL ST JANE OF VALOIS, Charles White, FORT WORTH, TX 2. CL MARY PEPPER, Luke Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX Youth Female Junior Champion: CL ST JANE OF VALOIS, Charles White, FORT WORTH, TX Youth Female Junior Champion Reserve: CL MARY PEPPER, Luke Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX CLASS 8: 1. CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. OCC SURPRISE PARTY, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 9: 1. PERPETUA SAINT BONA, Paul Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX 2. WIC MISS MAIZIE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD LIBERTY BELL, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LR SAMSONITES ROSEY CP, Bonnie Welborn, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 11: 1. TB HARLEY QUINN, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. ENVY ME CP, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX Youth Female Senior Champion: CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Shridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Youth Female Senior Champion Reserve: PERPETUA SAINT BONA, Paul Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX Youth Female Grand Champion: CHAPARRAL JUBILEE, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: CL ST JANE OF VALOIS, Charles White, FORT WORTH, TX
YOUTH BULL DIVISION
CLASS 19: 1. CCR JELLY ROLL, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX CLASS 20: 1. OCC CANDYMAN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. TJD KAMIKAZE, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SANDDOLLAR PLAY IT LOUD, Lainey Schwarz, MIDWAY, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion: OCC CANDYMAN, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Bull Grand Champion Reserve: REV ME UP CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 26: 1. SIR WINSTON WALLACE, Braylin Miller, COLEMAN, TX CLASS 27: 1. LR ICE MAN CP, Charles White, FORT WORTH, TX 2. JCG DRAX THE DESTROYER, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX
September 3, 2023 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION
CLASS 3: 1. RS WHITE RUSHIN’, Rustic Sunset Ranch, Llc., STEPHENVILLE, TX CLASS 4: 1. CHAPARRAL PARTY POPPER, James & Amy Roesler, KRUM, TX 2. SL MISS TEEN USA, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX CLASS 5: 1. SL LOVEBUG, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX 2. CL MARY PEPPER, Johnathan & Meagan Warminski, FORT WORTH, TX Haltered Female Junior Champion: SL LOVEBUG, Sharer Family Longhorns, POOLVILLE, TX Haltered Female Junior Champion Reserve: CHAPARRAL PARTY POPPER, James & Amy
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Haltered Female Senior Champion: ENVY ME CP, Burns Cattle Company, WEATHERFORD, TX Haltered Female Senior Champion Reserve: TB HARLEY QUINN, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX
Youth Steer Junior Champion: LR ICE MAN CP, Charles White, FORT WORTH, TX Youth Steer Junior Champion Reserve: JCG DRAX THE DESTROYER, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX CLASS 30: 1. TL MIDNIGHT RIDE, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX 2. SANDSTORM CP, Kingsley Dickey, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 31: 1. TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. AHL BOOMIN TANMAN, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 32: 1. JCG OLDCHUNKOFCOAL, James Caden Grace, SUNSET, TX 2. KALVARY HOOTIN’ HOLLER, Ethan Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX
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YOUTH STEER DIVISION
CLASS 33: 1. JL WHITE LIGHTNING, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX 2. TJD EL LUCHADOR, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion: TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Youth Steer Senior Champion Reserve: JL WHITE LIGHTNING, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion: TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Youth Steer Grand Champion Reserve: JL WHITE LIGHTNING, Jenna Leigh Quillin, MAYPEARL, TX CLASS Y39: 1. 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. LL TONY STARK, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. 2M HURDSTROM, Harlee Jo Roberson, PARADISE, TX 2. LL LITTLE JOKER, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion: 2M RHINESTONE COWBOY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Youth Miniature Steer Grand Champion Reserve: 2M HURDSTROM, Harlee Jo Roberson, PARADISE, TX
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TROPHY STEER DIVISION
CLASS 1: 1. TB GUN SMOKE, Dandi Creek Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. BELLA’S BANDOLERO, CM6 Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX CLASS 2: 1. SBL CUT A RUG, Hunter Lawson, PARADISE, TX 2. HX3 WETZEL, Hailey Roberson, PARADISE, TX Steer Junior Champion: SBL CUT A RUG, Hunter Lawson, PARADISE, TX Steer Junior Champion Reserve: HX3 WETZEL, Hailey Roberson, PARADISE, TX Steer Grand Champion: SBL CUT A RUG, Hunter Lawson, PARADISE, TX Steer Grand Champion Reserve: HX3 WETZEL, Hailey Roberson, PARADISE, TX
How Can I Get My Child Started Showing Longhorns?
Texas Longhorn Trails Magazine Statement of Ownership
STEP 1
Unlike most other forms of showing livestock, showing Registered Texas Longhorns does not require a youth to own the animal that it shows. In order to prepare your child to walk into the show ring, first that child must be a junior member of the TLBAA. Parents are not required to be members unless they choose to become Longhorn owners and be a part of the whole Longhorn experience.
STEP 2
Find a TLBAA Affiliate in your area. You can find a list of affiliates and their contacts on www.tlbaa.org. You may also look at the schedule of events page in the back of Trails Magazine or the calendar tab on the website to find a show near you to visit and meet Longhorn members.
STEP 3
Many breeders have animals that they would love to allow a youth to show. It may be possible for you to arrange to work with a breeder who shows and see if arrangements can be made for your child to learn from them and get their first show experience working with someone already familiar with the experience. If you already own your own Longhorns, there are camps and workshops you can attend, or maybe some private one-on-one with a Longhorn show person, to show you the ropes of halter breaking and working with your animal. If you are fortunate enough to purchase a halter-broken animal, maybe even one that has already shown, then talk to someone to understand the process of entering and attending a show to be prepared to make your debut.
STEP 4
Take advantage of information in Trails Magazine, www.tlbaa.org, affiliate activities and showmanship camps to broaden your knowledge and gain experience. Try to enter as many shows as you can, even if you don’t think you are doing well. Nothing can be done well without learning and practice.
STEP 5
During all the steps above and beyond, have fun! Enjoy making new friends and watching your child build character, learn life lessons and develop skills that will help them throughout the rest of their life! Aim for the trophies but focus on the rewards of the journey.
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Advertising Index —A— A & S Land & Cattle.....................................45 Anderson, Frank Jr. and III...........................8 Arch Acres.................................................... 44 —B— Baker, Bo........................................................ 8 Bar H Ranch................................................. 44 Beadle Land & Cattle.............................8, 44 Bennett Longhorn Cattle Co......................8 Bentwood Ranch.........................................54 Big Valley Longhorns................................. 44 BPT Longhorns..............................................8 Bull Creek Longhorns...................................5 Butler Breeders........................................ 8, 9 Butler Breeder’s Futurity...................... 10-11 Butler Breeder’s Invitational Sale............... 7 Buxton Longhorns............................... 13, 46 —C— C4Longhorns................................................ 8 Caballo Bravo Longhorns......................... 44 Cedar View Ranch...................................... 44 Christa Cattle Co...........................................8 C Lazy S Bar Cattle Co...............................45 Cote Cattle Company............................... 44 Crazy Cattle Co...........................................45 Cross Fire Longhorns................................ 44 —D— Dalgood Longhorns......................................8 DCCI Equipment........................................ 38 Diamond C Ranch.......................................45 Diamond Q Longhorns..............................45 Dickinson Cattle Co...................................BC —E— El Coyote Ranch............................................ 1 Elm Springs Acres....................................... 46 —F— F & F Ranch.................................................. 44 Falls Creek Longhorns..................................8 FHR Longhorns............................................45 Flying Diamond Ranch.................................4 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo............. 17 —G— Glendenning Farms.................................... 46 GVR Longhorns...........................................45 —H— Helm Cattle Co............................................45 Hicks Texas Longhorns................................8 Hickman Longhorns...................................45 Hired Hand Live...........................................29 Hired Hand Software................................. 20 Horseshoe J Longhorns............................25 Hudson/Valentine Sales...............................3 Hutton 3 Cattle........................................... 46 —I— Ironwood Ranch..........................................45
—J— J2 Longhorns................................................. 5 Jack Mountain Ranch.................................46 Jane’s Land & Cattle Co.............................. 9 JH Cattle Company....................................46 J&M Ranch...................................................45 J.M.R. Cattle Co...........................................45 Jo-Lin Ranch............................................... 46 —L— Lemonade Ranch........................................45 Little Ace Cattle Co.......................................9 Lodge Creek Longhorns........................... 44 Lone Wolf Ranch.........................................45 Longhorn Opportunities......................... IFC Longhorn Ventures................................... 44 Lucky Mountain Ranch..............................45 Lucas Ranch................................................ 44 Lutt Longhorns............................................45 —M— McCarty, Bruce............................................58 McLeod Ranch...............................................9 Montgomery Briggs Ranch...................... 44 Moose Willow Ranch................................. 44 Moriah Farms...............................................45 —N— New Age Cattle Company...........................5 Northbrook Cattle Company....................45 NS Horns...................................................... 44 —O— Oliver Longhorns.........................................45 —R— Raising Hale Ranch.....................................45 Rio Vista Ranch............................................. 9 River’s Bend Ranch.....................................45 Robert King.................................................. 46 Rockin’ D Longhorns....................................3 Rockin’ Hil Ranch....................................... 44 Rockin’ M Ranch..........................................45 Rocking P Longhorns............................... 8,9 Rocky Mountain Longhorns.................... 44 Rolling D Ranch.......................................... 44 Rolling Hills Ranch Longhorns................ 44 Roper’s Ranch............................................. 46 Ross Ranch Horns.......................................45 —S— Safari B Ranch..............................................45 Sand Hills Ranch........................................ 44 Siller Land & Cattle..................................... 44 Singing Coyote Ranch.............................. 46 Spidle Ranch................................................ 46 Spring Creek Farms.......................................9 SS Longhorns...............................................45 Star Creek Ranch........................................ 46 Struthoff Ranch........................................... 46 Sutton Timber & Cattle............................. 44
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JUST FOR GRINS HAVE A CUTE PIC? Send us your photo with a funny caption included! Send your photo with caption to: Texas Longhorn Trails, Attn. Myra, • P.O. Box 4430 • Fort Worth, Texas 44160 or myra@tlbaa.org (Email entries should include address.) Photo may be used in a future issue due to number of responses
“And another thing....Don’t be coming over here without a treat” Thanks to Kathy Lewis Cedar Lane, TX for the submission. —T— Texas Longhorn Beef Producers.............. 21 Thate Cattle Co.............................................9 Thurmond Longhorns............................... 46 TLBT.............................................................IBC Triple R Ranch (TX).................................... 8,9 Triple S Bar Ranch..................................... 45 TS Adcock Longhorns............................... 46 —W— Walkers U7-................................................. 46 WB Longhorns.............................................45 Westhaven Longhorns.............................. 44 Wynfaul Acres................................................9
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SAVE THE DATE OCTOBER 2023 OCTOBER 6-7 • Fred Bryant Sale and Futurity, Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, MO. Contact Johnny Hicks (269) 998-8027 OCTOBER 10-11 • State Fair of Texas, Dallas, TX Enter at www.bigtex.com Contact Kevin Rooker (817) 771-9548 Krooker61@gmail.com or Pam Robison (817) 625-6241 Pam@ tlbaa.org. Qualifying Haltered, Youth & Trophy Steers OCTOBER 12-14 • TLBAA Horn Showcase, Oklahoma City, OK. Pam Robison (817) 625-6241, pam@tlbaa.org OCTOBER 20-21 • HOT/STLA Texas Longhorn Show, John L. Kuykendall Event Center, Llano, TX. Merrilou Russell (361) 781-4221 or mrcactusgirl13@gmail.com Bubba Bollier (325) 247-6249 or bollier7572@yahoo.com. Qualifying Youth, Youth Miniatures and Non-Haltered Trophy Steers. OCTOBER 27-29 • Ark-La-Tex Fall Show, George Henderson Expo Center. Contact Tina Dubose arklatex.tina10@gmail.com or (979) 277-2656 Qualifying Haltered, NonHaltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Youth Minatures, Points Only & Minatures OCTOBER 28 • Longhorn Opportunities Spotlight Sale, Lone Grove, OK Contact Justin Rombeck (816) 536-1083 or justinthelonghornman@gmail.com October 30 – November 2 • Mid-American Stock Show Hutchison, KS. Entries made through www.showman.app. Contact: office@midamericanstockshow.com or 530-228-3567. Show Chairman: Marshall Paczosa, bigmpac@yahoo.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers and Youth.
NOVEMBER 2023 NOVEMBER 3-4• Peach State Showout, Bulloch County Agricultural Complex, Statesboro, GA. Contact Cole Meeks (912) 601-5283 or visit rollinghillsranchlonghorns.com NOVEMBER 3-5 • Jim Curry Classic, Panhandle South Plains Fairgrounds, Lubbock, TX Enter Online at WestTexasLonghornAssociation.com. Contact Amanda Danley adanley@seminoleisd.net (432) 894-1430. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Halter, Miniatures & Trophy Steers, Youth & Points Only NOVEMBER 10-12 • State Fair Of Louisiana, Shreveport Fairgrounds, Shreveport, LA Enter Online at StateFairofLousiana.com Contact Tina Dubose arklatex.tina10@gmail.com or (979) 277-2656. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Halter, Trophy Steers, Youth NOVEMBER 17-19 • Kaufman Police Association Longhorn Show, Henderson County Fairgrounds, Athens, TX. Entry Deadline 10/28/23. Joel Norris (972) 533-4945 or joelnorris83. jn@gmail.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth & Miniatures.
DECEMBER 2023 December 1 – 3, 2024 • NTLBA Holiday Scholarship Show, North Texas Fairgrounds, Denton, TX. Contact Michelle Smith or Jacob Lowrie, 817-846-0295 or smithsheritagefarm@gmail.com. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Youth Miniatures & Points Only. December 30-31, 2024 • Cattlemen’s Congress, Oklahoma City Fairgrounds, Oklahoma City, OK. Enter at www.cattlemenscongress.com. Pam Robison (817) 625-6241 or pam@tlbaa.org . Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Youth Miniatures & Miniatures.
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February 16-18, 2024 • San Angelo Stock Show, San Angelo, TX. Entry deadline 1/8/24. Contact Amanda Danley (432) 894-1430 or adanley@seminoleisd.net. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Youth Points Only and Miniatures.
MARCH 2024 March 2, 2024 • TLBGCA Winchester Futurity, Brazos Valley Livestock Commission, Bryan, TX Contact Jennifer Francis franfam97@icloud.com or 989-941-5271 March 15-16, 2024 • The Legacy Sale, Grapevine, TX. The Longhorn Legacy Group 512-917-8654 March 16-17, 2024 • Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, NRG Park, Houston, TX. www. rodeohouston.com. Pam Robison, 817-625-6241 or pam@tlbaa.org. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers & Youth. March 22, 2024 • YMBL South Texas State Fair, Ford Arena, Beaumont, TX. Tina DuBose, 979-277-2656 or arklatex.tina10@gmail.com. Entry deadline: February 1. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers & Youth.
APRIL 2024
April 5-6, 2024 • Texas Hill Country Sale, Fredericksburg, TX. Contact John Hever (214) 802-5380, Mike Davis (214) 718-1144, or Kurt Twining (512) 466-5917 April 12-13, 2024 • Hudson/Valentine Bluegrass Sale, held in conjunction with the Bluegrass Futurity, Lexington, KY. Contact Elizabeth Hudson ehudson18@gmail.com or (502) 379-1049. April 12-14, 2024 • ETLA Corsicana Classic, Navarro County Expo Center, Corsicana, TX. Contact Deborah Burkham (214) 616-2549 or dburk5@hotmail.com Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, & Youth April 19-20, 2024 • Cherry Blossom Sale and Futurity, Culpeper, VA. The Longhorn Legacy Group, 512-917-8654 April 26 2024 • Battle on the Prairie Heifer Futurity, Duncan, OK. Josh Dinwiddie (580) 812-2436 April 27, 2024 • Texoma Spring Classic, Duncan, OK. Mike Beck (817) 905-7994 or Dale Hunt (402) 214-4851
MAY 2024
May 4-5, 2024 • Glendenning Fiesta Sale, Celina TX. Contact Sherese Glendenning sherese@glendenningfarms.com (972)978-0424 May 10 – 12, 2024• TLBGCA Spring Show, Grimes County Fairgrounds, Navasota, TX. Stephen Head, 979-549-5270 or headshorns@hotmail.com. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Miniatures, Youth, Youth Miniatures, Points only. May 24-25, 2024• Hudson/Valentine Stockyards Sale, River Ranch ,Fort Worth TX Contact Lorinda Valentine panthercreekranch@att.net (270) 996-7046
SEPTEMBER 2024 September 13-14, 2024 • G&G Fall Classic Sale & Futurity, Culpeper, VA. Chase Vasut 512-917-8654, Shawn Peguignot 540-406-3155 September 20-24, 2024 • TLBGCA Fall Show, Grimes Co Fairgrounds, Navasota, TX Contact Julio Romero julioc.romero@sbcglobal.net or 713-248-9774
JANUARY 2024
OCTOBER 2024
January 12-16, 2024 • Fort Worth Stock Show, Will Rogers Complex, Fort Worth, TX. Pam Robison (817) 625-6241 or pam@tlbaa.org January 19-20, 2024 • National Western Texas Longhorn Show, Denver, CO. Contact Lana Pearson (719) 740-0741, lana14338@gmail.com or Travis Casey (719) 650-5234 or tcasey@yahoo.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth and Miniatures.
October 18-19, 2024 • Millennium Futurity, Lexington, KY. Ann Gravett, gravett99@yahoo.com
February 10, 2024 • Matagorda County Fair & TLBGCA Youth Show, Matagorda County Fairgrounds, Bay City, TX. Enter on-line, www.tlbgca.com. Sarah Buentello, cattlecompanysb@gmail.com, 281-845-1200. Qualifying Youth.
Affiliates: Please submit a completed show application to pam@tlbaa.org in order to have your TLBAA World Qualifying show listed.
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All other events: All other events, sales, field days or other activities may email your information directly to myra@tlbaa.org. No event will be added without a request being made.
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