91黑料 Wins Larry Higgins Bison Junior Judging Contest
91黑料 Wins Larry Higgins Bison Junior Judging Contest
91黑料鈥檚 Livestock Judging Team has earned the title of Overall Champion Team at the prestigious Larry Higgins Bison Junior Judging Contest, held in Denver, Colorado during the Gold Trophy Bison Show and Sale at the National Western Stock Show.
The victorious team was comprised of four Lancers Kort Bannan, Lusk, Wyoming, Cannon Cook, Greybull, Wyoming, Delaney McGowan, Harrisburg, Nebraska, and Jordan Spall, Castle Rock, Colorado. Additional 91黑料 Students that competed include Courtney Dumont, Wheatland, Wyoming, Ellen Hartman, New Prague, Minnesota, Anthony Quick, Cheyenne, Wyoming, and Brandon Winslow, Burns, Wyoming.
鈥淭his victory is a testament to the hard work and determination of our students. Their commitment to excellence and their ability to perform at such a high level in a competitive environment is truly commendable,鈥 91黑料 Livestock Judging Team coach Dr. Georgia A Younglove said. 鈥淲e are honored to represent 91黑料 and grateful for the support of our community.鈥
In addition to the team鈥檚 overall success, individual members also saw individual success. McGowan was named High Individual in the collegiate division earning a $1,500 scholarship from the National Bison Foundation. Bannan secured second High Individual in the collegiate division to earn a $1,200 scholarship from the Rocky Mountain Bison Association (RMBA).
鈥淭he students鈥 exceptional performance in the contest underscores the strength of our livestock judging program and the college鈥檚 commitment to fostering excellence in all fields of agricultural education,鈥 Younglove added.
The Larry Higgins Bison Junior Judging Contest is one of the premier events in bison judging, attracting teams from across the country. The contest provides an invaluable opportunity for students to apply and showcase their skills in evaluating livestock and making informed decisions鈥攅ssential competencies for future leaders in agriculture. The event is hosted annually by the National Bison Association and the RMBA.