Junior Corner

Miller Smith

ajsa director

juniorshorthorn.com

What’s Your Drive

If you are reading this, you’re already a lover of the Shorthorn breed. But what’s your drive? What are you passionate about? Is it the show side? Walking down on those green shavings in Louisville or being on the hill in Denver – there’s nothing like it. Maybe it is raising the best cow herd you can by capitalizing on Shorthorn’s great traits like docility, the tenderness gene, or cutability. No matter what this drive is for you, the Shorthorn breed is the breed for you!

For me, it’s the showing aspect and the great leadership opportunities that the AJSA provides. It all started when I was awarded the Red Coat award. I’ve always looked up to those juniors wearing the red jackets. Now, it’s my chance to be the role model and I take this position very seriously. Whether it’s in the show ring or back in the barns, it’s our responsibility to show the younger generations the ropes. The Shorthorn breed has led me to create some of my closest friends and make some of my fondest memories. It is my drive to give the younger generations the same opportunities that I’ve had throughout my time as a member of the AJSA.

Isn’t it great that we can be a part of a breed that welcomes everyone from the small family farm to the large rancher? Where we can follow our passion to better the breed. If you have been involved with Shorthorns for a long period of time, thank you for making our breed so great. If you are new, find your drive, find the portion of the Shorthorn breed that you are truly passionate about, and make sure to settle in and enjoy the ride! =

Save the Date!

Deck the Stalls Extravaganza - Nov. 14, 2020 NAILE - Louisville, Kentucky

Watch the AJSA Facebook page for Deck the Stalls updates and auction items. We may have some changes with the NAILE COVID rules.

Foundation Heifer - Martindell Babe 048 : Donated by Martindell Farms, LLC. The “Babe” cow family started at Martindell’s in 2003 when we purchased a bred heifer from our good friends Dedmon Shorthorns in North Carolina. There has been 34 females registered so far that go back to that original “Babe”. This heifer has been a standout since day one and just continues to get better. Moderate framed, thick, and as fancy as they come. This young lady has an outstanding pedigree and excellent E.P.D’s. She can truly be a “Foundation” heifer.

Reg Number: 4300982

SIRE: SS ON TARGET 570 ET DAM: MARTINDELL BABE 705 DOB: 2.11.2020

Junior Board

President :: Lexi Wetzel Vice President :: Gabriella Leone Secretary :: Allyssa Obrecht Public Relations :: Korbin Collins Director :: Kendall Nelson Director :: Tayler Bacon Director :: Faye Smith Director :: Miller Smith Director :: Colton Hulsey

Upcoming Junior Nationals

2021 • Louisville, KY June 20-26, 2021

2022 • Kansas City, KS 2023 • Des Moines, IA 2024 • TBA

* Tentative Locations. Subject to Change * Words of Advice“ Find your drive... “ settle in and enjoy the ride!