NJBA UPDATE
BY MIRIAM HARGROVE, NJBA PRESIDENT Hay is getting taller, calves are everywhere, and things are looking up out in the community! I know I am happy that all the restrictions are slowly lifting, and life is going back to some semblance of normal. The UBB has provided us with some exciting opportunities to show this past year, but we haven’t had any jackpots to let our cattle get ring time. That has also affected some of our newer showmen who also needed that ring time. Thankfully, in our neck of the woods we are finally starting to see jackpot shows coming back. They have been sorely missed. With things getting back on track, junior showmen should have plenty of time to get ready for this summer’s events. We are looking forward to seeing everyone at the upcoming All American NJBA Show from July 15 through 17 in beautiful Texarkana, Arkansas. This event is always fun for the entire family. There are multiple contests for the juniors to participate in – including sales talk, photography, showmanship, livestock judging, quiz bowl, and poster. This
year, we are adding a couple of new contests for folks to try out: beef skillathon and cattle calling. There are even a couple of contests for the parents. I would encourage every NJBA member to try to participate in as many contests as you can. Don’t forget – you can still sign up to participate in the photo and poster contests, even if you are not able to attend in person. All the contests are tons of fun, and you learn new skills every year. If you have questions about any of the contests, give one of the directors a call; we would be happy to answer questions. Another great opportunity for junior showmen will be the Texas Braford Breeders Braford Exclusive Show in Crockett, Texas, on Aug. 7. This show and sale will allow juniors to sell their older show cattle and/or buy new prospects. There will also be a jackpot show associated with this weekend. I hope everyone has had an amazing spring, and I am looking forward to seeing y’all in Texarkana!
NJBA DIRECTORS President | Miriam Hargrove | Manvel, Texas Vice President | Kaitlyn Johnson | Iowa, La. Secretary | Brynlee Boudreaux | Iowa, La. Treasurer | Hailey Sheffield | Pearland, Texas Reporter | Kalli Smith | Gilliam, Ark.
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Director | Hayden Hyman | Fouke, Ark. Director | Gracie Lambright | Danbury, Texas
