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AT-LARGE DIRECTORS At-Large Director

Keith Du Bose

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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

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Canada, New Zealand, Australia

Chairman of the Board: Josh Gentry (972) 672-7293

Treasurer: Elizabeth Fritz (214) 499-3542

Vice Chairman: Keith Hagler (512) 914-3333

Parliamentarian: Tom Ryder (256) 349-9364

Secretary: Amanda Danley (432) 894-1439

DIVISION B ~ REGIONS 7-12

DIVISION C ~ REGIONS 13-18 Region 13/14 - Director

Region 7 - Director

Justin Georges

Josh Gentry

(972) 672-7293 josh@g3longhorns.com

(402) 580-0209 justin.georges@yahoo.com

At-Large Director

Elizabeth Fritz (214) 499-3542 ejbfritz@gmail.com

DIVISION A ~ REGIONS 1-6 Region 1/2 - Director

Matt Bourbon (440) 221-6566

bourbonbrotherslivestock@gmail.com

Region 3/4 - Director

Mark Hubbell

(269) 838-3083 hubbelllonghorns@aol.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

Region 15 Director

Region 8 - Director

Walker Hance

Kevin Rooker

(817) 692-7843 krooker61@gmail.com

(918) 808-6268 walker32flu@icloud.com

Region 9 - Director

Region 16 - Director

Amanda Danley

(432) 894-1439 adanley@seminoleisd.net

Kris Johnson

(307) 751-8867 kristopherjohnson1995@gmail.com

Region 10 - Director

Keith Hagler

(512) 914-3333 khagler@taylorautocredit.com Region 11 - Director

Region 17/18 - Director

David Berry

(916) 472-9108 dberrry5b@gmail.com

Stephen Head

(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 Keith DuBose 2019 - 2023 Johnny Hicks 2023-2025

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TLBAA EDUCATIONAL/RESEARCH ADVISORY COMMITTEE 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 John T. Baker – (512) 515-6730 jtb2@earthlink.net

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COVER STORIES 22 Pre and Post Calving Nutrition for Cows and Heifers Not only important for the health of the calf, but also a factor in breeding back. By Heather Smith Thomas

May 2025 Vol. 37 • No. 2

DEPARTMENTS 2 Board of Directors

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30 Factors Affecting Birthweight in Calves It’s more than just what you are feeding the cow. By Heather Smith Thomas

10 Chairman’s Letter

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FEATURES

New Members

11 2025 TLBT Senior Sale Catalog Preview the animals offered by graduating TLBT seniors at this year’s TLBAA World Expo and Texas Longhorn Junior Nationals.

18 Come See The 2025 TLBAA World Expo at its New Location in Abilene, TX!

19 TLBAA World Expo Sponsorship Packages 26 Things To consider When Culling Females Cull doesn’t always mean defective. Here are some criteria to consider. By Myra Basham

44 Inaugural Heritage Longhorn Sale Results 46 Inaugural Texas Treasure Sale Results 53 New Changes in the Non-Haltered Division Will be in efect for the

52 Affiliate News

54 TLBT

56 Show Results

60 Breeders Guide

63 Index/Just For Grins

64 Calendar

2025/2026 Show Season Beginning July 1, 2025

About the Cover:

The magazine cover highlights the foundation cows of New Age Cattle Company, showcasing a carefully curated selection of genetics that represent some of the industry’s most valuable traits. Through the strategic combination of these genetics, New Age Cattle Company aims to set a new standard in the cattle industry, fostering growth and enhancing overall herd performance. Photography by Bailey Lamar.

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EDITOR’S NOTES SOUND INVESTMENTS There’s more to a cow herd than simply genetics. For genetics to be available to the next generation, that calf has to hit the ground healthy and be nourished and nurtured by a cow. So while bulls can change the genetic direction of a breeding program, without cows that can conceive, carry a calf to term, deliver it safely, feed it, and protect it while imparting her own desirable genetic traits you cannot have a program of any kind.

When you go to build your cow herd, be critical and selective to find females that look the way you want them to, but that can do all the things mentioned above as well. It doesn’t matter if you are looking for your first Longhorns or buying your 100th one...question everything. If a seller is upset when you ask questions, assure them it’s just your process, not that you think they are pulling one over on you, and then ask again. If you are intimidated when looking at cattle from people who you consider more knowledgeable than yourself, you can always ask another experienced breeder to tag along.

Taking the time to build a cow herd carefully is a lot easier than trying to recoup money on a bad investment, and these girls need to perform for your investment in them to be sound.

Once you build a herd, culling should be an ongoing process as babies hit the ground and you have to manage numbers. Sometimes culls are just that - cattle with a fault that you don’t want to see reproduced.

They should go for beef or a commercial sale barn and taken out of the registered marketplace for seedstock. Other times it’s good cattle that can help another breeder reach their goals but just don’t fit with the type of cattle you are aiming for. No matter the reason, the time will come when tough decisions must be made. Turn to page 26 for some tips on making such decisions.

There’s a lot of excitement going into spring as the sale prices hold and grass gets greener. We’ve had several calls from people wanting to submit animals to a sale that are new to the process. If you’re reading this and you’re thinking of trying a registered Texas Longhorn auction, most have submission deadlines 3-4 months prior to the sale date to allow for selecting the consignments, producing a catalog and promotion.

On a final note, please do not click any link or open attachments in any email that says it comes from the TLBAA or a Board member unless you know what it is. Spam emails are rampant right now and on almost all of them, if you look at the top of the email at the actual email address it is from it does not end in tlbaa.org. We do not EVER sell our emails, we do not request money for gift cards and we are not stranded and needing urgent help. As always, if you doubt what you’re reading is real you can always confirm with the office whether or not we sent something out.

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Myra Basham

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Frank Anderson Jr. and III 3448 Mahogany Drive • Bryan, TX 77807 (979) 846-8020 • (713) 502-5224 kftander3@gmail.com Bo Baker 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 Butler Texas Longhorns Buster & Thalia Butler

Jennings, OK 936-577-6129 buster@butlertxlonghorns.com www.butlertxlonghorns.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 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 McInnis Longhorns Emma McInnis 4295 County Road 304, Beeville, TX 78102 (361) 463-7008 mcinnislonghorns@gmail.com www.mcinnislonghorns.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 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

From The TLBAA Chairman In January, the membership requested a DNA committee to discuss and create the “rules” moving forward regarding DNA. That committee has been meeting regularly and working diligently to move our breed forward as it pertains to DNA. Here’s the big question: When we talk about DNA, what are we really talking about?

In terms of DNA at the TLBAA we are only talking about parent verification. We are not asking for you to share your igenity beef profile on an animal. There’s no one out there trying to clone your animal. Nobody will be sharing how tough or tender your animals are. No one will be dissecting the goods and bads of your herd.

The DNA committee and the TLBAA are only interested in verifying that your calf came out of the two parents that are written on the papers. We are here to protect the integrity of the breed. The integrity, in my opinion, is maintained through the registry being as accurate as possible. We all have an “Oops!” here and there. Parent verification is here to make sure you’re getting what you thought you were paying for. So don’t let the nay-sayers get into your head! DNA means parent verification at the TLBAA.

Josh Gentry

TLBAA Chairman of the Board

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SENIOR SALE The next few pages represent a portion of the graduating TLBT Seniors who have dedicated years and, quite a few, most of their lives to caring for, learning about, and showing their Texas Longhorns. These fourteen heifers will be auctioned off on Friday, June 20th, at 2:00 pm in Abilene at the Taylor County Expo Center. ALL the moneys collected will go directly to the youth for their use for their future endeavors. The last several years, this auction has averaged $9,038 (2024) and $9,303 (2023).

The TLBAA and TLBT thank the North Texas Longhorn Association for their sponsorship of the Senior Sale Auction. Their support allows for the extra promotion of the sale.

New for this year! Through the gracious support of Ben and Shawnda Herman of Herman’s Horned Ranch, on-line bidding will be available through Hired Hand Live. You can go to their website, www.hiredhandlivebidding.com and look for Live & Upcoming Auctions.

You can either place a bid to purchase the animal or there is an option to submit add-on’s for one or all of the seniors. This option will be available through the auction on June 20.

You can also contact the TLBAA office about add-on’s through June 27.

Once again, the Texas Longhorn Longhorn Breeders of America Foundation will run the funds so your bids and add-on’s will offer some tax benefit. New for this year, the Foundation will be represented on-site and able to take your checks and process your credit cards on the spot!

Take a look at the catalog, select your favorite animal or youth and send some support their way!

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TATYM TULLY

Spring, TX | Oak Ridge High School KALVARY TOP DOLLAR DOB: 1/11/2024

Reg: CI348487

BREEDING: Not Exposed.

SHOWING RECORD:

Ark-La-Tex Fall Show – Junior Champion Female – Youth and Junior Reserve Champion Female – Youth Points Louisiana State Fair – Junior Champion and Overall Reserve Grand Champion - Youth STLA Edna Winterfest – Junior Champion Female – Youth Points Cattlemen’s Congress – 3rd in Class – Open Matagorda County Fair – 3rd in Class – Open

COMMENTS: Kalvary Top Dollar is the total package: backed by exceptional

genetics, built with power and femininity, and carrying a calm, confident presence in the ring. She is the kind of heifer you build a program around, whether you’re looking to add quality to your herd or want a competitive show prospect – she’s got the foundation and future to make a serious impact. Her sire, Kalvary American Legend has champion show genetics in his pedigree and her dam, Sanddollar Dear Victoria is a great female who combines confirmation and frame size DIAMONDKAMERICAN PATRIOT with the sweetest disposition. Dolly is the best of both of these great longhorns KALVARY AMERICAN LEGEND SANDDOLLAR ANNIEOAKLEY and will be a great addition to anyone’s herd. My future plans include attending college in the fall at Stephen F. Austin State University to pursue a degree and SANDDOLLAR STINGS TELSON physical therapy that will allow me to continue my passion for helping others and making a difference. After college, I plan to continue my passion for longhorn SANDDOLLAR DEAR VICTORIA SANDDOLLAR V- VICTORIA cattle by owning a ranch of my own. I am excited to build my herd, promote the breed and help preserve the heritage of the iconic Texas Longhorn for generations to come.

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DANIEL NEIS

Bedford, TX | Nolan Catholic High School

LR PIMA MARICOPA CP DOB: 2/01/2024

Reg: CI350361

BREEDING: Not Exposed.

SHOWING RECORD: She has won second place at multiple smaller shows but no recognizable shows specifically.

COMMENTS: My future plans are to become a cattle rancher after

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studying agribusinesses at Texas Tech University. I love Pima so much, she is what truly inspired me to pursue a career in the cattle industry and hopefully own and operate a ranch someday. She is wild and crazy and yet loving and unpredictable, she is a cow that could not fit me more.

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EMMAH CHRISTIANSEN Katy, TX | Paetow High School

3F YELLOWSTONE’S LUNA DOB: 10/29/2023

Reg: CI345064

BREEDING: Not exposed.

SHOWING RECORD: 1st in class at HOTLA Llano Roundup; Senior Champion at HOTLA Llano Roundup.

COMMENTS: In the fall, I will be attending Blinn College to study

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Agricultural Animal Science with the goal of becoming an Agriculture Teacher. The funds from the sale of my senior heifer will go directly toward supporting my education. This investment in my future will help me one day give back by educating the next generation about the GOLD MINE 1 importance of agriculture and inspiring students just as I have been M ARROW WOW WHAT A FANNIE inspired.

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KALIE HAMPTON Caddo Mills, TX | Boles High School

5G SPLASH OF PEPPER DOB: 5/11/2023

Reg: CI348289

BREEDING: Exposed to Texas Rooster CP. SHOWING RECORD: Fort Worth Stock Show - 7th in Open State Fair of Texas - 3rd in Open and 6th in Youth ETLA Fall Show - 5th in Youth Points NTLBA Jackpot Show - 5th in Youth and 4th in Open West Texas Fair - 6th in Youth Points COMMENTS: I will be attending West Texas A&M in the Fall, majorTL BULLETPROOF

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ABIGAIL MASON

Spring. TX | Oak Ridge High School

ANNIE OAKLEY CP DOB: 2/5/2024

Reg: CI349509

BREEDING: Not Exposed.

TLBGCA Fall Show - Point Show- Jr. Champion Female, Grand Champion Female; Youth Show- Jr. Champion Female; and Open Show- Jr. Champion Female, Reserve Grand Champion Female Edna Winterfest - Point Show- Reserve Jr. Champion Female; Youth Show- Jr. Champion Female; and Open Show- Reserve Jr. Champion Female Oak Ridge Extravaganza - Grand Champion Female COMMENTS: I am planning to attend Oklahoma State University to

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study Agribusiness on the Pre-Law track, combining my passion for agriculture with a future in advocacy and leadership. This year, I’m proud to present my Senior Sale heifer, Annie Oakley CP—a long-bodied female with flashy coloring and excellent structure that’s sure to make a valuable addition to any herd. Being a part of the Texas Longhorn Breeders Association of America has been an incredible experience, and I’m truly grateful for the opportunities, connections, and knowledge it has given me along the way.

Seminole, TX | Seminole High School

TJD SAFARI SKY DOB: 4/10/2024

Reg: CI351076

BREEDING: TJD Safari Sky will be exposed to Nitty Gritty CP from April 1st

until the Texas Longhorn Junior Nationals. He is a Sanddollar Cisco Kid son out of Discovery Dot CP. We had a very successful 2023 show season with him earning 10 grand champion titles, 6 reserve grand champion titles, 4 senior champ titles, and 7 reserve senior champ titles.

SHOWING RECORD:

Fort Worth Stock Show - Junior Champion - Open Fort Worth Stock Show - 1st Place in both Youth & Open classes Houston Livestock Show 2nd Place Youth

COMMENTS: Get ready to elevate your program with TJD Safari Sky. This truly

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exceptional heifer embodies the best of both horn-bred and show-bred genetics. TJD Safari Sky is sired by Discovery Skywalker CP, the 2021 World Grand Champion Bull, and is out of CO Grand Safari, the 2020 and 2022 World Grand Champion Non-Haltered Mature Female. This pairing merges horn genetics with elite show-ring performance, offering the best of both worlds. Don’t miss your chance to own TJD Safari Sky! I plan to attend Lubbock Christian University to pursue a degree in agribusiness, where I will build on my passion for agriculture and business management. Through my experiences with the TLBAA for the past 8 years and my background in cattle showing, I have developed a strong work ethic, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the agricultural industry.

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SAVANNAH DUNCAN Alvarado, TX

FLY-U BUY SHARONA DOB: 2/15/2024

Reg: CI348251

BREEDING: Not Exposed.

SHOWING RECORD:

Tulsa State Fair - Reserve Junior Champion - Open Ark-La-Tex Fall Show - Grand Champion - Open Jim Curry Classic - Junior Champion - Youth Fort Worth Stock Show - Reserve Junior Champion - Youth OTLA Spring Show - Reserve Junior Champion - Youth, Points Only & Open

COMMENTS: Her sale comes with a free breeding to Perpetua James,

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the breeding fee is for free, but the holding fee doesn’t come with her sale. She is extremely sweet, and has been used for showmanship multiple times and loves all the attention. I plan on attending Tarleton State University in the fall and majoring in Agricultural Education so that I can become a teacher so I can give back to the Agricultural community, and hopefully take a group of kids to all the stock shows and rodeos.

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NATALIE STEWART

Pinehurst, TX | Magnolia West High School

SKH FIRE CHILD DOB: 2/27/2023 Reg: CI343600

BREEDING: Bred to High Stakes BCB (Fifty-Fifty BCB son) by AI on

3/13/25.

SHOWING RECORD: She has won 4 titles over the last two years including Grand Champion at both the Louisiana State Fair and Ark-La-Tex Fall show in the Youth along with 5 class wins.

COMMENTS: I plan on attending Texas Tech in the fall and majoring in animal science with a future plan of working with large animals.

JOE KID

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OWEN CROMWELL Conroe, TX | Oak Ridge High School

CK SHILOH’S GINGER DOB: 7/30/2023

Reg: CI345857

BREEDING: Exposed to High Safari LP (JH Rural Safari Son x High Heels 220.)

SHOWING RECORD: State Fair of Texas - 2nd in class, Youth Matagorda County Fair - 2nd in both Open and Youth San Antonio Stock Show - 2nd in Youth Oak Ridge Extravaganza - Reserve Grand Champion State Fair of Louisiana - 3rd Open STLA Winterfest - 3rd in both Youth and Open

COMMENTS: When I started showing longhorns three years ago, I only hoped

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I would come across a heifer like Ginger as my senior sale heifer. She is a very sweet heifer with a great disposition that is packed with top notch genetics. Not only do I feel she will be a great long-term producer coming out of the Circle K herd, but I also believe she will continue to be a great heifer in the show ring for years to come. After finishing my youth show career with Ginger, I plan to attend Stephen F. Austin State University where I plan to earn a bachelor’s degree in agriculture with a minor in business. I also plan to pursue a certification in artificial insemination. After graduation, I plan to attend TCU’s ranch management program.

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MATTHEW MANN Frost, TX | Frost High School

HC HALO’S CALYPSO DOB: 3/08/2024

Reg: CI350193

BREEDING: Not Exposed.

SHOWING RECORD: Consistently in the top ten for class 3.

COMMENTS: HC Halo’s Calypso is a March 2024 parker brown and

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MACHINIST

TUFF ENOUGH M ARROW ZIPTIE

HC HALO WHEEZIE

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white female with striking face markings. I purchased her from Meredith Kirkscey and her parents Tanya and Joe Mendenhall of Holy Cow Ranch Longhorns. We went and toured the ranch and I knew almost instantly she was the calf I wanted. She has consistently placed in the middle or better of her class. Calypso has many greats in her pedigree.

She is sired by Machinist, a son of Macanudo, who is sired by Saddle Horn (sire of Saddle Jewel) and out of Winning Smile; His dam is Tuff Enough, which is also the dam of Stop Already. She is sired by Cowboy Tuff Chex and is out of Dragon Smile. Calypso is out of an M Arrow Ziptie daughter, who brings in Happy 9 and M Arrow Cha-Ching. Her maternal grand dam is M Arrow Fannie’s Prize, a daughter of a Day’s Feisty Fannie clone, and sired by a Maximus ST son. Calypso will sell open, ready to be bred to the bull of your choice. In the fall, I will be attending Texas State Technical College in Waco to attain an Associates in Welding and continue on to The Ocean Corporation in Houston, to complete my Commercial Dive Certification.

KALISTA DAVIS Iraan, TX | Iraan High School

ROWDY TARI DOB: 11/8/2023

Reg: CI345311

BREEDING: Not exposed.

SHOWING RECORD: Tari has placed 3rd and up in all her shows, winning both the open and youth class in Houston and the youth show in San Angelo.

COMMENTS: Tari is a sweet girl who loves scratches and is easy to

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work with. I plan to attend West Texas A&M to pursue an education in animal wellness. After college I plan to work with vets in my local area to ensure that it is easier to access animal care.

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JAMES PAUL ROESLER Krum, TX | Krum High School

TB MINI QUINNY DOB: 5/3/2024

Reg: CI350316

BREEDING: Not exposed.

SHOWING RECORD: San Angelo Stock Show - 1st in class - Youth OTLA Spring Shootout - 1st in class - Youth NTLBA Spring Show - 2nd in class - Youth COMMENTS: My future plans are to attend Tarleton State University and pursue a major in Mechanical Engineering. While at Tarleton, I will participate in the school’s Sound & Fury Marching Band.

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AVA MILLER

Magnolia, TX | Magnolia High School

SHR MUSTANG SALLY DOB: 8/15/2023

Reg: CI349100

BREEDING: She is confirmed bred to Dunn Wired Up and due to calf in August. Dunn Wired Up is a September of 2022 Bull with Wheels Up on top and Dunn Asset Annie on the bottom. The incredible genetics that both Sally and Wired Up carry will undeniably produce a beautiful calf!

SHOWING RECORD:

At the 2024 State Fair of Louisiana, Sally was awarded Reserve Senior Champion out of an extremely competitive group. She has also held her ground in many shows, such as at the Houston Livestock Show where we placed 4th out of a large class and the judge stated she was the best he has seen of her type and kind.

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COMMENTS: Sally holds a very special place in my heart. When I

first started to work with her, it was safe to say that we butted heads, but we quickly grew to have a close connection. Sally is a sweet heifer with a huge personality, and it will break my heart to let her go, but the support that this will bring me will be incredibly beneficial to helping me further my education. I will attend Tarleton State University in the fall to major in Agriculture Communications, so I can continue to grow my passion to advocate for the agriculture and livestock industries! Roll Texans!

LUKE WARMINSKI

Fort Worth, TX | Nolan Catholic High School

PERPETUA ST GIANNA DOB: 4/28/2023

Reg: CI344463

BREEDING: Will have calf at side sired by Perpetua St Damien. A

black-and-white bull from World Champion WRS Momma’s Real Deal.

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Come see the 2025 TLBAA World Expo at its New Location in Abilene, TX! TAYLOR COUNTY EXPO CENTER • 1700 TX-36, Abilene, TX 79602 This is your chance to be a part of the first TLBAA World • Awards Banquet – Everyone is invited! Youth tickets are Expo to be held in Abilene’s Taylor County Expo Center. complimentary – be sure and mark them on your enThere is lots to do whether you are participating or coming try form. Everyone else can either obtain their tickets to watch. through sponsorship or by purchasing for $35/each.

These need to be purchased in advance so contact the The main highlights on the schedule are: TLBAA office today. The banquet is at 7:00 pm on Satur• Texas Longhorn Junior Nationals: watching these kids day, June 21 and will honor yearend TLBAA and TLBT from Pee Wee through graduating Seniors handle their along with other special awards. awards, magnificent animals.

• Non-Haltered Division: Female Longhorns freely roam the ring while being judged.

• Trophy Steer Show: This event is always a crowd pleaser as the largest of the Longhorns take the ring and put on a show as they run and buck around the ring.

• TLBT Senior Sale: This year there are fourteen grad(tentative – Check the TLBAA website for updates) uating seniors offering their Longhorns at auction to any and all bidders. This is a great chance to Wednesday, June 18, 2025 support the youth and possibly take home a new Longhorn. NEW for this year is opportunity to sub9:00 a.m. Move In All cattle in by 5 p.m. mit your bids and add-ons via the Hired Hand Live (health papers are required for all animals at check in) website! Additionally, the Texas Longhorn BreedGold Merit and Senior Sale books are due at check-in ers Association of America Foundation will be in 5:00 p.m. TLBT Livestock Judging Abilene to take your payments on site and provide you with tax documents.

Thursday, June 19, 2025 • Haltered Division: Both youth and adults compete in the ring with animals at halter.

8:15 a.m. TLBT Show Ring Procedure Meeting & Group Photo • Awards Banquet: This is the opportunity to cheer 8:30 a.m. Junior Nationals Show – Beginning with Pee Wee Showmanship everyone’s accomplishments form the show year.

All other showmanship will immediately follow the steer classes A great time to visit with old friends and make new 9:00 a.m. TLBT Quiz Bowl – open until end of youth show – Show Office ones.

9:30 a.m. TLBT Prize Shop – open until conclusion of Showmanship If you are coming to Abilene – Don’t Forget!

• Health Papers – All animals must have a CertifiFriday, June 20, 2025 cate of Veterinary Inspection within 30 days of 7:30 a.m. Breakfast in the Barn the show. All females over 30 months of age must have a nursing Texas Longhorn calf at side and/or 8:00 a.m. TLBT Gold Merit Competition Begins a positive pregnancy status noted on her CVI. 9:00 a.m. Non-Haltered division with Trophy Steer Show • Bring your water tubs, feed buckets and feed/hay. immediately following • Shavings – Make sure you pre-purchase your 1:00 p.m. TLBAA General Membership Meeting shavings on your entry form so they can be wait2:00 p.m. TLBT Senior Heifer Sale ing for you in your stalling area.

4:00 p.m. TLBT Membership Meeting • If you are participating in Gold Merit or the Senior Sale, bring your project books to the show office at Saturday, June 21, 2025 check-in.

• Photography Contest – Bring your 8 x 10 black 8:30 a.m. Open Haltered (including Miniature) matted photo to the show office.

7:00 p.m. Banquet featuring TLBAA Awards, TLBT Awards and • Silent Auction – Always popular with everyone, other special Awards be sure and bring your items to help support the show.

Sunday, June 22, 2025 • Vendors – We already have a great group of venNoon All cattle must be removed by noon dors lined up. Be sure and give them your time and (hopefully) find something you can’t leave without.

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Nutrition

Heather Smith Thomas

Pre and Post-Calving Nutrition Tips for Cows and Heifers Nutritional needs of cows vary considerably, depending on age (young and still growing, mature, or old with poor teeth), size, whether or not the cow is lactating and/or pregnant, and whether the weather is warm or cold. Cattle can do well on many types of forage and feeds as long is it contains sufficient nutrients to meet their needs and is provided in adequate amounts.

Several basic groups of nutrients are important—energy (sugars and starches found in grains, and the complex carbohydrates of cellulose and other fibers that are broken down and digested by fermentation in the rumen), proteins, vitamins, minerals (which include calcium and phosphorus, along with salt, and the trace minerals that are crucial for a healthy immune system, reproduction, etc.) and water.

PRE-CALVING REQUIREMENTS Make sure pregnant cattle have an adequate and well balanced diet with no vitamin or mineral deficiencies.

Proper levels of trace minerals are crucial for a healthy immune system, fetal development, and optimal reproduction capabilities. Different regions vary greatly in soil minerals; feeds in some areas may be deficient in certain elements. It’s wise to take soil and feed samples to know how best to supplement cattle when planning your mineral program.

The nutrient requirements for protein and energy for pregnant cows will vary, depending on whether the cow is young and still growing or nursing a calf. Even though the nutrient demands for the fetus itself do not increase much until the final trimester of gestation when the fetus is growing fastest, the cow’s demands in early pregnancy will still be great if she is feeding her present calf.

Heifers pregnant with their first calves need good feed. The demands of pregnancy are not great, but the heifer must be able to reach adequate size and maturity before calving. Cattle nutritionists generally recommend feeding heifers enough protein and energy between weaning and calving that they will reach at least 65 percent of their mature weight by breeding time, and 80 to 85 percent of their projected mature size and weight by the time they calve as 2 year olds.

Spring-calving Pregnant cows must be in good flesh through winter. Cows that are thin at calving take longer to start cycling again.

Spring-calving pregnant cows must be in good flesh through winter. Cows that are thin at calving take longer to start cycling again. Monitor body condition closely through winter to make sure your feeding program is on target; the easiest time to put flesh back on a cow if she’s pulled down after summer lactation is in the fall after weaning her calf—before weather gets cold. A pregnant dry cow should be able to gain weight on pasture alone, with just a protein supplement if the grass is overly mature with low protein content.

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energy into milk instead of body weight. A fat cow can coast through winter and even lose a little weight without detrimental effects, whereas a thin cow needs to gain weight through winter if you expect her to breed back. You don’t want cows to be losing weight just before or after calving. Even if 2 cows have the same body condition at calving, if one is losing weight and the other is gaining, the cow gaining weight is better programmed for fertility than the cow losing weight.

Studies have shown that each 10 percent of weight lost before calving can delay the first heat cycle by about 19 days. So you want your cows in good flesh at calving.

In some instances, however, too much nutrition can be as detrimental as too little. A cow or heifer that is too fat may also have fertility problems, or difficulty calving because she has too much fat in the pelvic area. Fat takes up some of the space and makes it harder for the

IMPORTANCE OF TRACE MINERALS One of the most important aspects of nutrition is to make sure trace mineral levels are adequate, since many regions are short on crucial minerals like copper, zinc and selenium. It pays to check hay for mineral levels every few years, even if it’s hay from your own place. Mineral levels may be low, or may be rendered unavailable to cattle if tied up by other minerals. Three things that can tie up trace minerals are iron, sulfur and molybdenum. Excessive amounts of these will interfere with the body’s absorption of trace minerals. This can cause weight loss, delay in puberty for heifers, and create health issues.

Adequate levels of trace minerals in the diet of a beef cow are especially important in the 60 days before calving, and also after calving—through breeding.

“Nearly 70 percent of the U.S. is copper deficient, and about 50 percent is zinc deficient,” says Dr. Ron Skinner (veterinarian and seedstock producer at Hall, Montana). Certain geographic areas are also very selenium deficient. You need to know what your soils and feeds contain, so you can make adjustments if needed.

“I don’t think we should go overboard on trace minerals, but there are times in the cow’s year that we really need them, such as in late gestation to help build a healthy immune system in the fetus, and after calving when the cow is preparing to rebreed,” he says.

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Nutrition A.I. AND EMBRYO REPRODUCTION Adequate levels of various nutrients are especially important for reproduction, since the body always takes care of other needs first. Reproduction is a luxury that won’t take place unless the body’s maintenance needs are met. A thin cow or heifer will not settle as readily as an individual in good flesh; if she is too thin she won’t be cycling. Ideal body condition score for best fertility is between 5 and 7 on a scale of 9. Thin cows and obese cows can both have fertility problems.

Cows consuming really high levels of protein will also have problems, according to Ron Skinner, DVM. Beef cows do not need second and third cutting alfalfa hay, for instance, unless in small amounts, used as a supplement to augment low-protein pastures or poor quality hay.

“I do a lot of AI and embryo transplants and it’s been interesting to watch what happens with the number of eggs you get, quality of the eggs, and fertilization of eggs, when cows are on different rations. This also plays a role in conception rates in AI programs,” he says.

Skinner consults with ranchers on nutrition and mineral programs, and also helps resolve breeding issues.

calf to come through easily, and a fat cow or heifer will also tire more readily during labor—requiring assistance to deliver the calf in timely fashion.

More commonly, however, young cows are thin at calving rather than too fat. For this reason, feed the 2 and 3 year olds different from the way you feed the main herd. “Pay close attention to body condition, especially in young cows,” says Shannon Williams, Lemhi County Extension Agent (Idaho). They should be separated from the herd and fed differently, preferably before they’ve lost too much weight.

“If an older cow is losing weight, she should also be pulled out of the herd and fed separately. Some producers put the old, thin cows with the young cows,” she says. Protein requirements for pregnant cows increases during later stages of gestation, and is higher for young cows. If you keep young cows separate, they can be supplemented with protein, without having to supplement the whole herd.

In years past some producers lost calves to “weak calf syndrome” and University of Idaho studies showed that the primary cause was shortage of protein in the diets of the cows, especially young cows. Calves born from protein-deficient dams were more likely to suffer cold stress and/or succumb to calfhood illnesses.

The mature cows can often be roughed through winter and early spring (as they approach calving) much easier than younger cows, because they are not trying to grow. Even though some of the nutrient requirements will be similar for any pregnant cows, their age and whether they are still growing or not will make for some differences.

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Some ask for help when they have low conception rates, such as 50 percent with embryos or only 60 percent with AI. “When we make proper changes in the rations, these rates improve,” he says.

“When I started doing embryo work in my own herd 30-some years ago, I thought I could help those cows by putting them on high quality alfalfa hay. I learned several things—first that they eat too much of it because they like it. One of the problems with feeding a high protein diet is that it builds up a high urea level in the uterine fluids, blood stream, and changes the pH, and this really hurts conception rates,” says Skinner.

He learned to adjust protein level in diet to a lower, optimum level. “Now if we flush 6 cows we’ll get 100 good eggs or more. The national average is 7 eggs per cow on a flush. Our average is around 15 to 18 eggs per cow. Our AI conception rate is in the low 80’s and we get well over 70 percent conception rate on embryos.

We were not able to do that until we changed nutrition management on cows in the period we’re giving shots, etc, 3 weeks before the flush,” he says.

POST-CALVING REQUIREMENTS If a cow is lactating, she needs a much higher level of protein and energy than when she is pregnant. According to Shannon Williams, the thing producers really need to remember is that during the 60 days following calving, they are asking the cow to produce milk, repair her uterus and breed back again. “This requires an extreme amount of energy and nutrients,” she says.

If a cow is in poor body condition when she calves, she doesn’t have a very good chance to prepare for rebreeding while she’s producing milk for her new calf.

She may continue to lose weight, even if you increase her nutrient levels, and fail to cycle on time. This is a crucial phase in her production cycle, and if she is a young cow (still growing), her needs for energy and protein will be even greater than that of an older cow.

“The important things are to feed cattle appropriately for their age and stage of gestation, and make sure they have good feed during not only the last trimester but also the first 60 days after they calve. Their demands increase tremendously at that time.”

Even if the cows came through pregnancy in good body condition, you don’t want them to lose ground after calving. “They can always rob a little from their backfat if they were in good flesh at calving, but you may pay for this later if you don’t catch the weight loss soon enough,” says Williams. Don’t just turn them out to grass and stop feeding them if the grass isn’t quite ready yet. They may lose too much weight and not breed back quickly.

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Breeding

By Myra Basham

Things To Consider When Culling Females The longevity and uniqueness of the Texas Longhorn, coupled with the affection many breeders hold for the animals can make culling time even more difficult than it is for other cattle breeds. The fact remains, however, that anyone who breeds cattle must deal with letting some go at some point in their journey. Whether culling due to lack of available pasture or a desire to improve the genetic pool, there are criteria you can consider to assist in making those tough decisions at the very least rational ones.

First, establish your baseline of what a cow must do to “earn” her spot in your pasture and justify a feed bill.

Such requirements may include: • Calves regularly • Breeds back easily • Produces enough milk • Structural soundness • Offspring as good or better than her • Good Temperament • Fits my program goals It would be safe to say that any female that gets a strong yes in all your basic requirements should move to the “keep” list.

Now take a look at the females that fell short in a category, and weigh positives against shortcomings. This

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Does Cull Always Mean Defective?

While the term cull can apply to removing undesirable or unproductive animals from a herd, it may simply mean pulling from your herd to reduce its size. This is one reason why you see top quality animals selling at auction or private treaty. Many keep the genetics in their herd through offspring and wish to create income while reducing the size of their herd. Often it is simple economics of number cattle versus acreage available. In addition, when trying to improve the genetics in a small herd, animals that don’t meet your goals must be sold to make room for new purchases who will take you in the direction you choose. They may not be right for you, but a great asset for another type of program.

Breeders who are truly trying to rid their herd of animals with issues should take those to a local livestock market or processor and not sell them back into the registered Texas Longhorn marketplace.

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Breeding is where emotions need to be set aside and a critical look However, if you’ve successfully bred her with bulls with milk producing dams and gotten exceptional offspring taken at the details.

For many in the cattle industry, not producing a live then those shortcomings could be overcome.

Structural soundness has many factors and some are calf or not raising one successfully to weaning is an immediate cull. However, in the Longhorn industry, giving more critical than others. The ability to walk and withthe female another chance is more common. If the need stand breeding activity without pain or impediment should be a priority. If the to cull is urgent and she falls structural issue has shown up short in any of the other catKeep in mind that hard culling is in any offspring, then this may egories she may need to move the best thing for the future of your be a case to cull. In the case of to the cull list.

A cow that is difficult to breeding program as well as for the injury causing the problem, if the genetics and other charbreed back would need to exbreed as a whole. acteristics are strong and the cel in all other categories to not cow can be kept comfortable risk being put on the cull list.

Any cow can have a season where she may not re-breed with special care then she may be worth retaining if you as quickly, but when it is a constant issue she may need have the space.

Temperament is heritable. There is no reason to keep to go.

Take a broader look at milk production. Is the struc- a cow that poses a high risk to the safety of others. Calm ture of her udder good? Are the teats well formed, mak- animals are not only safer, they also produce better qualing it easy for a newborn calf to feed? While the idea of ity beef. If she makes you wear your running shoes in bottle babies seems cute at times, it is not the situation the pasture, she needs to be considered for the cull list. desired. Milking ability is a heritable trait, and you don’t The last two basics go hand in hand. A cow that is not want to risk propagating low milk yield within your herd. producing as good or better than herself cannot help you reach program goals that include herd improvement. The only reason to keep such a female off the cull list would be as a recip cow (one that carries an embryo pregnancy) if she is structurally sound, a good milker and a great mother.

While female Longhorns can be productive up into their late teens and some into their early 20’s, age should be considered, especially when extreme circumstances such as drought or economic pressures are driving the need to reduce numbers. If you are limited in what you can keep, then younger proven producers with immediate income potential should stay. Older cattle that are harder to keep fit, along with very young cattle that will need to be fed for a couple of years before they are income producers should be the first considered for potential culls.

In the end, it may be easier for those who find this process stressful to call in a knowledgeable breeder to look at their herd and maybe point out things that one may be overlooking in their own cattle. With a goal of herd improvement, culling is a necessary tool.

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Breeding

By Heather Smith Thomas

Factors Affecting Birthweight in Calves Birthweight is an important indicator of calf survivability, according to David R. Smith, Mississippi State University. “Both heavy and light (compared to average) newborn calves are more likely to have complications during or shortly after birth.” Small calves chill faster in cold weather, and large calves may create calving difficulty.

Our perception of “normal” birthweight has changed over the years. “A crude estimate is that calf birthweight is about 7% of the dam’s mature weight, and this is why birthweights and dystocia rates increased when cattlemen started to pursue higher weaning weights and frame size,” he says.

“Calf birthweight has been studied a lot.

Genetics has the greatest influence, which is why genetic selection of bulls is so important for managing birthweight, and why dystocia rates have dropped in the last 20 years,” says Smith.

There are several variables that affect birth weight, inPhoto courtesy of Chad Harris cluding breed (some breeds tend to have larger calves and some have smaller calves and easier calving) genetics of sire and dam (size/weight/conformation of a calf at birth is heritable), length of gestation (heritable), age and size of dam (heifers tend to have smaller calves than mature cows, and large cows tend to have larger calves than small cows), sex of calf, environmental factors, nutrition and health of the dam.

Bull calves on average tend to be larger than heifers, because bovine males are larger than females and because male calves are often carried a few days longer than heifer calves of similar genetics; if a cow goes past her due date she is likely to have a bull calf. If she calves a few days early, the calf is often a heifer. Today with ultrasound pregnancy testing we know the gender of the fetus—and can be prepared for a larger bull calf, and can also determine whether the cow is carrying twins. Though twins tend to be smaller than singletons, they may still create dystocia because of abnormal presentation. If they come one at a time they come easily, however, because of smaller size.

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weight cattle tend to have longer than average. The fetus is growing fastest in the final stages, so several more days’ gestation creates a larger calf. One study showed that each extra day of gestation amounts to at least one pound more in the size/weight of the calf.

Kris Ringwall, Dickinson Research Extension Center, North Dakota State University, says that if a bull has genetics for high birthweight it could be because his calves have a lot of late growth at the end of gestation, or longer gestation. “Sometimes unexpected things happens. A producer might buy a bull with low birthweight and still get big calves. Perhaps the combination of genetics of that set of cattle and that particular bull created larger calves. For some reason those cows/heifers are carrying calves a little longer, even though the bull had smaller birthweight.”

There’s always a genetic factor on the cow side and some of this is not always known or well understood.

“Birthweight can be affected by changing the rate of fetal growth or by changing length of gestation,” says Smith. “Environmental factors affecting growth rate include nutrition of the dam and environmental temperature. Overfeeding cows in late gestation increases risk for dystocia because of increased calf size and fat accumulation in the birth canal. Underfeeding to reduce birth weight is counterproductive, however, because of increased weakness and metabolic disease in underfed cows,” he says.

Ken Olson, Extension Beef Specialist, South Dakota State University, says some ranchers have tried underfeeding cows--to have smaller calves--but data shows that this tactic often increases calving difficulty. “You set yourself up to have a weak cow. The calf might be smaller, but the cow’s ability to push it out is less,” he explains.

“Even worse, the cow has poorer colostrum, and won’t pass adequate immunity to the calf. You may have a weak calf that is slower to get up, slower to suckle, and when it finally does suckle it gets inadequate colostrum. Also the underfed cow is slow to return to estrus, with lower fertility,” says Olson.

The other extreme is overfeeding. This can happen when ranchers increase feed to help cows through cold

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Feature weather. Extra fat in the birth canal leads to difficult calving, plus the calves are slightly larger from overfeeding the cow and a cold winter.

During cold weather cattle reduce loss of body heat by routing more blood around internal organs and less to the skin and extremities. This means there is more blood supply to the uterus and more nutrients channeled into growth of the calf, especially during the last trimester when the fetus is growing fastest. Calves tend to be larger at birth when their dams have just gone through a cold winter. “Many producers have experienced this.

Without a change in genetics, birthweights are simply a few pounds higher after a colder winter,” says Olson.

Summer born calves are generally a little smaller than winter born calves. “Summer or fall calving can be a dream (regarding fewer calving problems) compared to late winter and early spring calving,” says Olson.

“Many things can contribute to dystocia and it’s usually a combination of factors that impact calving season.

With all the emphasis today on lowering birthweights, the primary thing we have changed genetically is gestation length,” he says.

“Most producers with Angus cows realize that now they can expect calves as much as 14 days sooner than they did earlier, based on a 283 day gestation,” says Olson. Producers in the Charolais breed who were strug-

gling with huge calves and dystocia 50 years ago were able to change this by selecting genetics with shorter gestation.

If both the sire and dam are programed for shorter gestation, calves will be smaller.

“If you know the genetics for size, and calf conformation, you have an idea which cows/bulls might produce easily-born calves or a difficult birth,” says Olson. “If a big calf has relatively small head and narrow shoulders it can usually be born more readily than a smaller calf with wider head/ shoulders. This was one of the things that made Salers cattle popular in the 1990’s.

Those calves could weigh as much as calves of other breeds and were born easier because they were more streamlined.” Birthweight isn’t the only factor in calving ease.

“Herd records are important because the cow provides half of those genetics. If you know which cows in your herd have historically thrown big calves, you know which ones to pay closer attention to during calving season,” Olson says. Even if you use a low-birthweight bull, if the calf throws back to the dam’s side for birth weight or gestation length, you’ll still have a big calf.

“In our herd at the SDSU Antelope research station, a few cows always have a big calf, no matter which bull we use. We use those records in replacement heifer selection. We don’t keep heifers from a cow always has big calves,” says Olson.

Ringwall says many breeders want to have good growth and low birthweights at the same time. “The great thing about genetics today is we can do that. Most breeds have held birthweights down and increased growth. It can be done; we just need to select for these traits.

That’s not to say we won’t occasionally have a malpresented calf, but even the malpresented calf is generally a function of birthweight (more difficult to get into position for birth). But if we control birthweight and feed the cows right, problems should be minimal.”

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HORN SHOWCASE

SELECT SALE October 3rd • Oklahoma City, OK

consignment deadline 6/27 Member Number _________________ Consignors Name _________________________________________________________ Phone ____________________________ EMAIL ____________________________________________________________ Animal NaMe ______________________________________________________________ REG No. _____________________ 10X10 Pen With Hay Provided DOB: ______________________

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requirements 1. Payment in full 2. Completed consignment form 3. Original TLBAA certificate or dual registration certificate ***Reminder - All animals must be branded to be TLBAA Registered.*** 4. Completed transfer application 5. Digital photo sent to salesandevents@tlbaa.org Selection: Notifications will be sent confirming consignments accepted into the sale.

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All sale entries must be confirmed bred or have a calf at side at time of sale if 30 months old or older.

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The Horn Showcase Sale (HSS) assumes no responsibility for any guarantee made by the consignor. All guarantees are strictly between the consignor (seller) and the buyer. HSS is not responsible for the health or safety of any animal consigned to the sale. This includes loss of life, loss by theft or other perils. All consignors must comply with the rules and regulations.

The undersigned hereby agrees to conditions of the sale and agrees that all guarantees are between seller and buyer.

The undersigned further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless HSS, sale employees and duly authorized representatives from any and all claims, demands, causes of action or liabilities of any nature which may arise from or in any way relate to the Horn Showcase Sale. The undersigned agrees that if the buyer is unable to accept delivery because of Interstate health requirements, the consignor, not HSS or its management, shall be responsible for refund or adjustment.

Health Requirements: All animals 12 months of age and over are required to have a negative tuberculosis test not more that 30 DAYS prior to the sale. All female cattle 18 months of age and over must be tested negative for Brucellosis not more than 30 DAYS prior to the sale. Each health certificate should have the animal clearly identified by lot number, name, and private herd number. Please make certain that all breeding age animals are palpated by a licensed Veterinarian. Pregnancy status is a requirement of the sale and must be noted on the health certificate.

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Friday, October 3rd • Oklahoma City, OK 1. Each Bull receives spotlighted arena time.

2. All bulls will receive a page in a special full color Bull Alley Program 3. All bulls must be TLBAA AI Certified to enter.

4. All bulls to be featured in a special foldout section in September issue of Trails.

5. Each owner may bring tank with semen or have semen sent to Champion Genetics.

Must have 50 straws minimum available.

6. If less than 50 straws available, seller assumes responsibility for shipping costs.

7. All living bulls must be present at the HSC. 8. Any deceased bull must be entered by its last official owner and all other rules apply.

9. Bulls will be measured onsite.

10. All semen sales are subject to a 7% commission.

11. No minimum straw purchases allowed.

12. Send photo to salesandevents@tlbaa.org.

Plan Ahead: TLBAA AI Certification must be completed by June 27th

Exhibitor Name: ___________________________________________ Email: ______________________________________________ Exhibitor Phone: ___________________________________________ Exhibitor TLBAA NO: ________________________________ Animal Name: __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Animal Date of Birth: __________ Animal’s TLBAA NO: ____________ AI Certification NO: ______________________________ q Bull Alley $400 - Includes one measurement, indicate below. Additional measurement $120 each. q Tip-To-Tip

q Total Horn

q Composite (Additional $180)

20’X10’ Pen With Hay Provided & Full Color Page In Special Bull Alley Program Normal Price of Semen __________________________ Horn Showcase Price of Semen ___________________________ Bull Alley semen checks should be made payable to _______________________ | NOTE: Completed W-9 May Be Required Honors & Awards, Notable Offspring, Measurement History, Additional Comments: _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Song Clip of Choice for Entrance: ______________________________________________________________________ If not marked, song will be selected for you.

Total Payment $______ FORM OF PAYMENT:

CASH

CHECK

CREDIT CARD

CREDIT CARD ON FILE

Credit Card # __________________________________________________________________________________________________ NAME ON CARD _______________________________ VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER

Exp. Date ______ CID # ______

ENTRY DEADLINE: JUNE 27th WITH PAYMENT IN FULL CONTACT Karen Allen • alkabryranch@gmail.com • (432) 638-4233 TLBAA • PO Box 4430 Fort Worth, TX 76164 • salesandevents@tlbaa.org • (817) 625-6241 • (817) 625-1388 Fax

Terms: Champion Genetics will be onsite for semen transfers, shipping and handling at buyers expense.

Awards will be presented at the event. Winners not in attendance will be responsible for actual award shipping cost.

As a condition to participation in this event, the TLBAA, its officers, employees, members, agents and representatives are hereby released from all claims, demands or causes of action of any kind or nature whatsoever, whether now existing or to hereafter accrue, on account of any damage, cost or expense (i) as a result of any bodily injury, or any injury, loss, or damage to any animal(s), equipment or other personal property from any cause whatsoever, and (ii) as a result of the interpretation of enforcement of the TLBAA Constitution, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the risk of any damage, cost or expense which may occur by reason of foregoing is here by assumed and accepted. This waiver is binding on the undersigned as well as all other persons associated with the participation of the animal(s) described herein in this event, and the undersigned indemnifies the TLBAA from all claims, demands or causes of action based on any of the foregoing.

EVENT LOCATION

Canadian County Expo Center, 3001 Jensen Rd E, El Reno, OK 73036

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HORN SHOWCASE MEASURING CLASSES STEERS FEMALES

Class 62 Steers Jan. 2021 - Nov. 2022 Class 63 Steers 2018-2020 Class 64 Steers 2017 and older

BULLS

Class 32 Bulls October 2024 (TTT only) Class 1 Females October 2024 (TTT only) Class 33 Bulls September 2024 (TTT only) Class 2 Females September 2024 (TTT only) Class 34 Bulls August 2024 (TTT only) Class 3 Females August 2024 (TTT only) Class 59 Females Twisty Horn Nov. 2023 - Jan. 2021 Class 35 Bulls July 20224 (TTT only) Class 4 Females July 2024 (TTT only) Class 60 Females Twisty Horn 2020-2018 Class 36 Bulls June 2024 (TTT only) Class 5 Females June 2024 (TTT only) Class 61 Females Twisty Horn 2017 and older Class 37 Bulls May 2024 (TTT only) Class 6 Females May 2024 (TTT only) Class 38 Bulls April 2024 Class 7 Females April 2024 Class 39 Bulls March 2024 Class 8 Females March 2024 Class 40 Bulls February 2024 Class 9 Females February 2024 Females Class 41 Bulls January 2024 Class 10 Females January 2024 Class 1 September - October 2024 Class 42 Bulls December 2023 Class 11 Females December 2023 Class 2 July - August 2024 Class 43 Bulls November 2023 Class 12 Females November 2023 Class 3 May - June 2024 Class 44 Bulls September-October 2023 Class 13 Females September-October 2023 Class 4 March - April 2024 Class 45 Bulls July-August 2023 Class 14 Females July-August 2023 Class 5 January - February 2024 Class 46 Bulls May-June 2023 Class 15 Females May-June 2023 Class 6 September - December 2023 Class 47 Bulls March-April 2023 Class 16 Females March-April 2023 Class 7 May - August 2023 Class 48 Bulls January-February 2023 Class 17 Females January-February 2023 Class 8 January - April 2023 Class 49 Bulls October-December 2022 Class 18 Females October-December 2022 Class 9 Born 2022 - 2021 Class 50 Bulls July-September 2022 Class 19 Females July-September 2022 Class 10 Born 2020 - Before Class 51 Bulls April-June 2022 Class 20 Females April-June 2022 Class 52 Bulls January-March 2022 Class 21 Females January-March 2022 Bulls Class 53 Bulls July-December 2021 Class 22 Females September-December 2021 Class 11 September - October 2024 Class 54 Bulls January-June 2021 Class 23 Females May-August 2021 Class 12 July - August 2024 Class 55 Bulls 2020 Class 24 Females January-April 2021 Class 13 April - June 2024 Class 56 Bulls 2019-2018 Class 25 Females July-December 2020 Class 14 January - March 2024 Class 57 Bulls 2017-2015 Class 26 Females January-June 2020 Class 15 September - December 2023 Class 58 Bulls 2014 and older Class 27 Females 2019 Class 16 May - August 2023 Class 28 Females 2018-2017 Class 17 January - April 2023 Class 29 Females 2016-2014 Class 18 October - December 2022 Class 30 Females 2013-2010 Visit tlbaa.org for Fillable Entry Forms, Due August 15th Class 31 Females 2009 and older

TWISTY

FUTURITY CLASSES

For More Information/Contact 817-625-6241 • salesandevents@tlbaa.org • www.TLBAA.org

HORN SHOWCASE SATELLITE MEASURING September 27th & 28th Penn Valley, CA: Andrea Siller, Siller Land & Cattle

Rapid City, SD: Gordon Howie, Holy Cow Longhorns

Pritchett, CO: Russell Freeman, The Freeman Ranch

Manning, SC: Ricky McLeod, Home Branch Ranch

Emmett, ID: Lazy P Ranch, Guy Packer

Nashville, TN: Amy Miles, Milestone Cattle Co.

Camp Point, IL: Ethan Loos, Wolfridge Ranch

Amarillo, TX: Collin Wyatt, Diamond B Ranch

Washington, IN: Tracy Jones, Hoosier Longhorns

Burnet, TX: Kali Smith, Cold Copper Ranch

Greenleaf, KS: Joe Sedlacek, Lazy J Longhorns

Corsicana, TX: Michael & Elizabeth Fritz, Fritz Longhorns

Boonsboro, MD: John & Christine Talley, Talley Longhorns

Fayetteville, TX: Bentwood Ranch, Richard Filip

Roberts, MT: Moose Willow Ranch, Doug & Cheri Oakes

Kingsville, TX: Felix Serna, El Coyote Ranch

Cazevovia, NY: Mike Albanese, Albanese Longhorns

Llano, TX: Mike Davis, Lucky Mountain Ranch

Garrettsville, OH: Bourbon Livestock, Matt Bourbon

Taft, TX: Chris Clark, Circle Double C Ranch

Wallowa, OR: Jeremy McCulloch, Rocking M Cattle Co.

Winnsboro, TX: Silver T Ranch, Kurt Twining Benjamin, UT: JH Cattle Company, Jason Hardy

Contact Pam Robison in the TLBAA office for more information & get your location on the list! pam@tlbaa.org • 817-625-6241 x106

HSC ENTRY FORM

Exhibitor Name: _________________________________________________ Exhibitor Member No. ____________________________________________ Exhibitor Phone No. ______________________________________________ Exhibitor E-mail Address: _________________________________________ Animal TLBAA No. _______________________________________________ Animal Name: ___________________________________________________

October 1-4, 2025

Animal Date of Birth: _____________________________________________

ENTRY DEADLINE August 15, 2025

Oklahoma City, OK

MEASUREMENT

Measuring Class Entered ________________ q $120 Tip-to-Tip q $120 Total Horn q $300 Composite (TTT & TH Included) Twisty Horn Class Entered ________________ q $120 Twisty Horn (Measuring along horn lines wrapping around horn) q Animal will be in Oklahoma City, OK - 10’X10’ Pen With Hay Provided

q 20’X10’ Stall $100 (limited number available)

SATELLITE LOCATION __________________________________________________________________________________ *All female entries must, by 36 months of age, have at least one registered TLBAA calf, be nursing a calf at side, or be confirmed bred on veterinarian health certificate.

FUTURITY

*All animals must be branded to be TLBAA Registered q $245 Futurity - Class Entered __________ Class winners have the option to sell with no consignment fee during the HSC Select Sale *Animal must be in Oklahoma City, OK. Includes ONE measuring class. Youngest animals are October 2024. Oldest bulls are October 2022.

No upper age limit on females.

GROUP CLASSES

Name for Futurity Payouts: _____________________________________________________ NOTE: Completed W-9 Form May Be Required

GET OF SIRE OR PRODUCE OF DAM - Recognizing genetic production through verified measuring data of offspring.

Breeding offspring only, steers not eligible. Offspring must be entered on separate entry forms for the required measuring classes.

Competing sires and dams do not have to measured. q $120 Senior Division Get of Sire 6yrs+ q $120 Senior Division Produce of Dam 6yrs+

q $120 Junior Division Get of Sire 2-5yrs q $120 Junior Division Produce of Dam 2-5yrs

ELIGIBLE OFFSPRING MUST BE ENTERED IN COMPOSITE. TWO ANIMALS FOR DAMS, THREE FOR BULLS 1. _____________________________________________________________ Animal’s TLBAA NO. _______________________________ 2. _____________________________________________________________ Animal’s TLBAA NO. ______________________________ 3. _____________________________________________________________ Animal’s TLBAA NO. _______________________________ TOTAL $__________________ FORM OF PAYMENT: CASH CHECK CREDIT CARD CREDIT CARD ON FILE CC# ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ NAME ON CARD _______________________________________ VISA MASTERCARD DISCOVER EXP. _______ CID # ____ ENTRY DEADLINE August 15th WITH PAYMENT DUE IN FULL - SALESANDEVENTS@TLBAA.ORG CONTACT HSC Chairman Josh Gentry (972) 672-7293 • josh@g3longhorns.com TLBAA • PO Box 4430 Fort Worth, TX 76164 • www.tlbaa.org • P (817) 625-6241• F (817) 625-1388 TERMS: Awards will be presented at the event, winners not in attendance are responsible for actual award shipping cost.

Photos are required for winners gallery in Trails Magazine, send to salesandevents@tlbaa.org. No refunds after entry deadline.

As a condition to participation in this event, the TLBAA, its officers, employees, members, agents and representatives are hereby released from all claims, demands or causes of action

of any kind or nature whatsoever, whether now existing or to hereafter accrue, on account of any damage, cost or expense (i) as a result of any bodily injury, or any injury, loss, or damage to any animal(s), equipment or other personal property from any cause whatsoever, and (ii) as a result of the interpretation of enforcement of the TLBAA Constitution, Bylaws, Rules and Regulations and the risk of any damage, cost or expense which may occur by reason of foregoing is here by assumed and accepted. This waiver is binding on the undersigned as well as all other persons associated with the participation of the animal(s) described herein in this event, and the undersigned indemnifies the TLBAA from all claims, demands or causes of action based on any of the foregoing.

EVENT LOCATION Canadian County Expo Center, 3001 Jensen Rd E, El Reno, OK 73036

2025 HORN SHOWCASE Rules and Information SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Wednesday, October 1st

Cattle Check In 9:00 am - 9:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 2nd

Futurity Awards Luncheon

Friday, October 3rd

All Cattle Must Be Removed By 12:00 p.m.

Measuring Classes Seminars

HORN SHOWCASE FUTURITY

The TLBAA HSC Futurity is set up by age divisions to allow breeders the opportunity to exhibit the total package animals that represent their breeding operation.

Saturday, October 4th

• There is a 75% cash payout based on the class size. Payout will go to the top third of the class.

Sunday, October 5th

• Animals must be entered in at least one horn measurement contest.

• Animals will enter the ring based on age. Youngest to oldest. When the animal being exhibited walks into the ring, the 5 judge panel will be given the animals DOB.

Select Sale Bull Alley Reception Bull Alley

• With the 5 judge panel, the high score and the low score will be thrown out and the remaining three judges will be added together for the final score. In the event of a tie there will be a tie breaker judge selected in advance. That judge’s score will be the tie breaker in the event of a tie.

ALL FEMALE ENTRIES

• A Horn Showcase female entry must have had at least one recorded TLBAA calf, be nursing a calf at side or be confirmed bred by 36 months of age by palpation, ultrasound or BioPRYN blood test conducted 60-days past breeding and be so noted on a health certificate signed by a veterinarian and furnished to the show office.

• Animals must measure in at least one measurement class to participate in Futurity as well as be eligible for a Superior Award.

ULTIMATE COW & BULL AWARD • One bull and one female will be chosen based on popular vote.

SATELLITE AWARD WINNER

• Animals must be present in Oklahoma City to be eligible.

It will be decided by number of measurement entries, not by number of animals.

HORN SHOWCASE SUPERIOR AWARD

An award will be given to the host of the satellite who has the most animals measured at their location that are NOT owned by the satellite host. Animals that are owned in partnership by the host do not count.

As an example, an animal entered and measured for composite will count three times.

GET OF SIRE AND PRODUCE OF DAM

• Ballots will be available at the TLBAA desk during the event for voting.

This innovative award showcases our most elite animals that possess the total package we all strive for. To achieve the Superior Award, animals are required to compete in the horn measurement contest, as well as be judged on conformation in the Horn Showcase Futurity.

To be win the Superior Award, an animal must place first in both a measurement class and their Futurity class.

• Get of Sire and Produce of Dam will each offer a Junior Division and a Winners will have a trophy mailed to them after the event.

Senior Division.

• Each Division is based on the age of the offspring of the animal entered.

The Junior Division consists of offspring between the ages of two and five years of age. The Senior Division consists of offspring six years and older.

• Sires must have three offspring in any (Jr. or Sr.) Division to compete in that Division. All offspring must be measured in TTT, TH & Composite.

• Bulls must be TLBAA A.I. certified and have an A.I. certified number to • Dams must have two offspring in any (Jr. or Sr.) Division to compete in sell semen and participate in most straws sold. that Division. All offspring must be measured in TTT, TH & Composite.

• Bulls that are living must be present in Oklahoma City; deceased bulls may • Both living and deceased bulls and cows can be entered since entries are be entered for semen sales only. (Deceased bulls may have their offspring on based on measurements of offspring. site to represent them) • Scoring for each animal will be computed by adding the values of TTT, • Each owner should bring a semen tank with semen for sale or have semen TH and Composite of all three offspring for a bull or both offspring sent to Champion Genetics. Must have 50 straws minimum available. If less for a cow. The bull or cow with the highest value of the total added than 50 straws available, seller must pay shipping to buyer. measurements amongst offspring will be the winner.

BULL ALLEY

• No minimum straw purchases allowed.

• Animals do not need to be present to compete in this class – can be measured at a satellite or in .

• Bulls must be entered in a measurement class.

• Only breeding animals (Bulls or Cows) can compete as offspring.

• All semen sales are subject to a 7% commission.

• Offspring may be produced by natural breeding, artificial insemination or embryo transfer.

For More Information/Contact 817-625-6241 • SALESANDEVENTS@TLBAA.ORG • WWW.TLBAA.ORG

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Sale Results

INAUGURAL HERITAGE LONGHORN SALE March 29, 2025 • Lockhart, TX Auctioneer: Dan Huntington Sale Host: Herdsman Legends Results Furnished by Justin Rombeck Photos by Hired Hand Software

HIGHLIGHTS Sale Total: $188,000 62 Lots Sold Sale Average: $3,032

The inaugural Heritage Longhorn Sale was held on Saturday March 29th in Historic Lockhart, TX. This entire sale was parent verified, had DNA on file, or the DNA was currently being processed. There was electricity in the air with the power of genetics being offered at the auction. Countless phone calls leading up to the event with the opportunity to pick up predictable genetics bred to outstanding sires.

We are already making plans for the 2026 Heritage Sale, and we will be opening it up to additional consignors moving forward.

Our goal is to deliver a consistent product to our buyers that will allow them to take these individuals home and be successful.

Volume Buyers: Ryan Tewksbury Pat Henggeler Landes Farms Richard Filip Chris Kubal RGT Ranch Harrell Ranch Hoosier Longhorns A&S Land & Cattle

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HIGH SELLING COW:

$9,250 LOT 40 Hubbells RioAna Van Horne Seller: Circle Double C Buyer: RGT Ranch

HIGH SELLING HEIFER:

$12,000

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LOT 50 CR Touch The Sky Seller: C Ranches Buyer: 1886 Cattle Co.

HIGH SELLING PAIR:

$10,000 LOT 13 CR Cinnamon Mist with heifer calf at side by WT Kid Rock

1. Cindy Bolen, Bolen Longhorns; Charlene Semkin; Chris Clark, Circle Double C Ranch. 2. Amy & Jerry Fox, El Rancho Zorro. 3. Wes Clark; Austin & Rebekah Lovelis, Lovelis Farms. 4. High Selling Cow 5. High 4.

Selling Heifer. 6. High Selling Pair

Seller: CR Ranches Buyer: Crown Creek Cattle

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INAUGURAL TEXAS TREASURE SALE April 4-5, 2025 • Fredericksburg, TX Auctioneer: Dan Huntington Sale Hosts: Texas Treasure Sale Results Furnished by Texas Treasure Sale Photos by Bailey Lamar

HIGHLIGHTS

5 bulls sold averaging $19,600 18 cash cows sold averaging $23,083 Top 10 lots averaged $29,000 Top 25 lots averaged $19,120 High Selling Bull reached $62,000 High Selling Heifer reached $45,000

We are beyond thrilled to share the success of the inaugural Texas Treasure Sale! What an incredible weekend it has been, filled with joy, camaraderie, and genuine passion for the remarkable Texas Longhorns.

Mike, Kurt, John and me couldn’t be prouder of the fantastic turnout and the energy that enveloped Fredericksburg. This event was not just about showcasing elite heifers and outstanding young herd sire prospects; it was about creating a community where breeders, buyers, and sellers come together to celebrate their shared love for these magnificent animals.

Seeing our vision come to life—an experience that goes beyond just the sale—has been immensely rewarding. We aimed to build a memorable weekend full of social connections, and the exploration of Fredericksburg’s unique offerings. From shopping and spa days to visits to local vineyards , we wanted to ensure that every moment spent here was special.

We’re also incredibly proud of all the buyers and sellers who participated. Your enthusiasm and dedication to showcasing and acquiring these beautiful animals contributed to the weekend’s success. We celebrate not just the sales achievements but the successes of each of you who invested in this exciting journey.

Thank you for making the Texas Treasure Sale a tremendous success! We are grateful for your presence and excited for what the future holds. Here’s to many more years of friendship old and new, growth within our amazing Longhorn industry, and the continued celebration of these incredible animals that we are lucky to own.

Warm regards, Randy, Mike, Kurt, and John

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Membership

Welcome Our New Members!

We’re happy to welcome the following new members to our association. These promotional, active & lifetime members joined March 1, 2025 through March 31, 2025 If you live near one of these new breeders, be sure to reach out introduce yourself!

Hoof House Llc..................................................Marianna, FL

Jacob Roedenbeck.................................................Stilwell, OK

Matthews Family Ranch........................Missouri City, TX

Everglades Headwaters Preserve, Llc....Okeechobee, FL

Capitol Hill Ranch.................................................Carlisle, PA

Feral Ranch.............................................................Nocona, TX

Savage Cattle Ranch...........................................Bremen, GA

William Davis...................................................Rapid City, SD

Feral Ranch.............................................................Nocona, TX

Billy Tunks.....................................................................Rigby, ID

Jerry Cain...........................................................Sioux Falls. OK

Diann Smith..........................................................Poolville, TX

Wishon Family Farm.......................................Sedgwick, KS

Bar G Ranch.................................................................Alice, TX

Alexis Stone.....................................................San Angelo, TX

Katie Halbmaier................................................Coushatta, LA

Fentress Farms, Llc....................................................Buda, TX

Christopher & Maria Kibiger.................San Antonio, TX

Dirigo Ranch........................................................Berwick, ME

Cynthia J Raman....................................................Burton, TX

5J Livestock...................................................Schulenburg, TX

Dutch Creek Ranch........................................Fairmont, MN

Samantha Parnell..............................................Cleburne, TX

Zero One Ranch......................................Spring Branch, TX

Myers Longhorns..............................................Salisbury, NC

Brooke Webb.........................................................Conroe, TX

Troy Ringo.............................................................................. Sweeney, TX

Rex A & Billie Jo Wickman...........................Minatare, NE

Len Wright..............................................................Cypress, TX

Davidson Farm....................................................Tomball, TX

Bobby & Deeann Kimbro.........................Lovington, NM

Gossett Longhorn Ranch.............................Glen Rose, TX

Eric & Penny Schmitz..................................Valley View, TX

Kayla Leachman...............................................Mesquite, NV

Martinez/Tinajero Ranch................................Junction, TX

Mark Allen..................................................................Galax, VA

Gary Davis.......................................................Cincinnati, OH

Lazy B Ranch...........................................................Karnes, TX

Jan Stith....................................................................Midland, VA

When Pigs Fly Show Cattle..................Commanche, OK

James C Ellis.......................................................Kirbyville, TX

Taylor & Josh Atkinson......................................Mineral, VA

Sandra Rojo..........................................................Crescent, OK

Alivia Strong....................................................Liberty Hill, TX

Jk’s Family Ranch.......................................Union Grove, WI

Kneedy Cattle Company...................................Guthrie. OK

Olivia Strong....................................................Liberty Hill, TX

Anje Grin................................Biddenghuizen, Netherlands

Katelynn Myers..................................................Macomb, OK

B&D Ranch............................................................Medina, TX

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Affiliate News

AFFILIATE UPDATES We are super excited to announce a huge youth show opportunity. $6,000 added money to the youth show at CA state fair. $1500 to the steer class. What a great chance for youth to start off their point run than to come to sunny California for the very first show of the season. With a full youth show they can earn a lot of points to kick off the J.A. THOMAS year and get a jump start on the points race. Schedule an extra day or two to see the PRESIDENT Pacific Ocean, Yosemite National Park or the Giant Redwoods of northern CA. Haul JAT1997@GMAIL.COM in your animals and contact the president to find others here you can show not in classes you have. Check out our website catlbreeders.com for complete details, follow us on Instagram, facebook, tictok and X for updates.

CATLB would like to congratulate Mike and Dr Catt Lucas on their amazing accomplishment in breeding the first 90 inch bull that is California bred, raised and owned in California Chrome LR. How appropriately named to be the first bull from California to hit that mark, would be exciting to see what a bull named California Gold would do.

CALIFORNA TEXAS LONGHORN BREEDER ASSOCIATION

HAVE YOU SEEN OUR WEB SITE???

The Great Plains Texas Longhorn Association web site is www.GPTLA.com One of the features of the site is our SALE PEN. It displays cattle offered for sale ASSOCIATION ASSOCIATI ON by members. (You can participate by joining!) If you are expanding your herd, lookGORDON HOWIE ing for some new genetics or perhaps a herd sire prospect you should check it out.

PRESIDENT The GPTLA is working hard to promote the breed and producers. While our AfGKHOWIE@YAHOO.COM filiate organization is officially South Dakota, North Dakota and Montana, we have members from around the country…You can do it in a hot second on our web site!

Are you interested in becoming a member? When you join, you help us continue to promote the Texas Longhorn breed, provide youth opportunities, promote the healthy and nutritional benefits of Texas Longhorn beef, and help breeders market their Texas Longhorns. We would love to have you on the team!!

You do not need to be a member to donate and sponsor, although we would love to have you as a member. You can donate about anything...a heifer calf...a gift card...art... even cash! We have a silent auction at our annual show, and would love for you to be a part of that. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for our annual show and other events. Banner sponsorships, show sponsorships, youth showmanship awards. Please contact any of our board members to discuss your donations and/or sponsorships. We would love for you to be a part of our organization!

For more information on The Great Plains Texas Longhorn Association, check out our website at www.gptla.com 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! $350 lifetime membership dues or $35.00 annual.

Gordon Howie, President Shawn Tobin, Secretary Lisa Sanders, Treasurer We are always happy to help! Be sure to check out our web site at www.GPTLA.com

GREAT PLAINS TEXAS LONGHORN

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!

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Shows

New Changes in the Non-Haltered Division!

Will be in effect for the 2025/2026 Show Season beginning July 1, 2025.

The Non-Haltered division of the TLBAA show circuit began as a way for those breeders or owners that didn’t have the time or desire to halter break their females but still wanted to show their animals. There is a lot less work involved with preparing a non-haltered animal for a show. This option proved very popular with members. As an example, during the 2010/2011 show season, there were 30 different ®Show Champions shows offering the nonhaltered division and 698 animals competed.

That year’s World Expo drew 88 in that division!

As a comparison, the most recent show season, offered 18 shows that brought in 391 entries. Last year’s World Expo had 35 entries for non-haltered. Fewer and fewer shows are offering the division because of low entry numbers.

The World Show Steering Committee and TLBAA Board of Directors reviewed a proposal brought to them addressing the Non-Haltered division. Currently, an animal may be shown in the youth halter classes and the non-haltered at the same show and can flip between haltered and non-haltered during the same show season.

During the TLBAA Board of Directors meet- Top Photo: Non-Haltered Class. Bottom Photo: Haltered Class ing on March 27, 2025 after review by the World The association plans on promoting this showing Show Steering Committee, it was approved that beoption and encourage affiliates, fairs and stock shows ginning with the 2025/2026 show season, an animal to offer this the non-haltered division in the future. may only show in either the Non-Haltered or Open Partnering with affiliates and TLBT, offers a chance to Haltered division. An exhibitor would need to decide introduce younger participants to non-haltered showbefore entering their first show for the year to pursue ing opportunities. There is the opportunity that exists the Non-Haltered or the Open Haltered route for the for showing their cattle that may be better suited to entire show season. This rule will prevent exhibitors show in this environment than the haltered division. from switching between Haltered and Non-Haltered So, examine your pastures for that mature female throughout the year. If an animal is shown in Nonyou stopped showing at halter but still personifies the Haltered, it may not be shown at a Youth show as well.

Texas Longhorn conformation and desired look. Or, The TLBAA plans to offer more information about if you have time constraints in getting your younger the benefits and opportunity the non-haltered division stock show ring halter broke or finding a showman, can provide via social media (E-blasts, Facebook, etc.) the non-haltered division might be a fit for both! and feature articles in the Trails Magazine. The plan is to reach out to seasoned exhibitors to mentor new parFind all the upcoming shows with Non-Haltered Classes ticipants and offer incentives for first-time non-halavailable on the last page of each Trails issue or by tered entrants. There is a great opportunity to achieve looking at the event calendar on www.tlbaa.org. year-end awards and prizes in this division.

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Texas Longhorn Breeders of Tomorrow

Presidents Message Hi everyone! I hope your spring was well and full of bluebonnets. We are nearing closer and closer to Junior Nationals as we know it! So get those speeches written and cattle ready!

For this issue of the Texas Longhorn Trails, I had the honor to visit with Dr. Ky Pohler, the Associate Professor of Physiology of Reproduction at Texas A&M University.

Sharing his knowledge within his fields of collegiate teaching and his own businesses, Dr. Pohler is an exceptional advocate for livestock management and reproduction. A very special thanks from our board for this opportunity!

First, tell me about your connection with Bovine Elite.

- Bovine Elite is a family-owned business that is owned by my brother Cody Pohler and myself and the same group that owns Integrated Breeders as well. Bovine Elite is an internationally recognized marketing agent and broker of bovine semen and reproductive equipment, supplies and services. Integrated Breeders focuses on cattle reproductive technologies such as collection, processing and storage as well as artificial insemination, donor management and embryo transfer.

What is your background in agriculture that led you to this line of work?

- I grew up on a diversified livestock operation, had a cow/calf operation and then a poultry business, broiler operation and hay baling business. I became interested in agriculture at a young age growing up on the ranch and maintained that interest in agriculture as I went through high school and was involved in in FFA, showing animals and aspects of agriculture and working on our family operation. And then came to A&M and got an animal science degree to advance my interest in agriculture from that point forward.

For those of us that show cattle, when we move them from being exhibited to pasture for production, what advice could you give us for future success?

- I believe that as we transition animals either way whether you’re talking about moving an animal from showing and moving them to a pasture or putting them into a production system, there’s always stress involved with that. So, it needs to be done in a process where the animal can tolerate the change and that we set them up to be successful and have a lifetime of productivity and longevity that’s associated with it.

For example, of a show heifer that’s been fed a ration everyday of her life, and then all of the sudden she’s had the halter taken off and been kicked out on grass and really doesn’t know how to graze and transition through all of it. There’s a lot of changes that happen within that, so I believe in slowly adapting them to it. I also think that managing show animals in a way that sets them up to be successful later in their life is important. So many people get caught up over-feeding show animals, getting our animals too fat and too heavy, that then hurts them when we make that transition. Part of that is a disconnect sometimes between what happens in the show ring, versus what happens in the real world.

Managing that transition I think is really important.

Tell me about your role at Texas A&M. - At Texas A&M, I am an Associate Professor and chair of the Pregnancy and Developmental Programming area of excellence and oversee the Repro and Biotechnology Center. In that I have three aspects, number one being research. Doing research relevant to cattle production, specifically in reproductive physiology, reproductive biology, and that spans all the way from really applied based science to all molecular based science. Secondly, on the teaching side, I teach classes at the graduate and undergraduate level that are specific to reproductive biology and reproductive physiology. And then on the service side, servicing the needs of the industry, the societies that I’m part of, providing extension talks and all those different aspects to sort of complete what Texas A&M is. A&M is a Land Grant University where you have teaching research, extension and services to meet those different aspects.

Last one, give me your thoughts on the future of agriculture - The facts are that we have a growing population. And the growing population has a demand for protein. So that’s the good part. Cost of production continues to increase as input cost also continues to increase, and because of that we see an increase in cost of protein product at the end of the day. Whether it’s beef, chicken, pork or eggs. I think that more important now than ever is that efficiency enhancing technologies are going to play a huge role in the future of agriculture, in the United States and the world. If you look at crop production, for example, and you say, I have a thousand acres of corn that I’m going to plant, but I’m going to harvest that corn on a weekly basis for so many weeks. That’s basically the equivalent of a beef producer not having a breeding season, and not having a calving season and saying, I’m going to pick out a few calves every month to sell and make some profit. You can see how those two industries are so far apart where we have a situation on the crop side where we plant and we harvest all at one time versus on the beef side where we have a lot of beef producers that still don’t have breeding seasons, don’t have calving seasons, etc. There’s a real opportunity to increase the efficiency in some of these. What’s going to ultimately end up driving some of this is the historic shrinking of the US beef herd. When you have less animals, those animals have to be more efficient to meet demands. The ultimate good thing from a food security point of view is what ruminants eat in grass, they can convert to protein, whereas humans eat and cannot get anything useful. So there’s a real need and demand for ruminants in the world to convert forage into protein that then can help feed a population. By 2050, our population is going to be nine billion. Some of us think 2050 is a long way away, but if you compare that in regards to cattle production, that’s really only 20 something calf crops away. It’s not that far away. We all know how many mistakes we can make genetically along the way, so combining that all together, I believe it is going to be important to manage input cost and land cost with all of those other aspects to bring a bright time for agriculture. People always need something to eat. That’s really the unique thing for agriculture.

Sincerely your TLBT National President

Sheridan Van Blarcom 2024 - 2025 TLBT National President

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2024-2025 TLBT OFFICERS & DIRECTORS Sheridan Van Blarcom

Avery Mathey

Amelia Hawkins

Hadley Anderson Vice President

Savannah Duncan

Teagan Mathey

Braylin Miller

Justin Sabio, Jr.

Brynn Hickman

Jaylin Krimmel

Anthony Quinn

Nicholas Mathey

President

Reporter

Treasurer

Abigail Mason Secretary

Parliamentarian

Intermediate Director

Senior Director

Senior Director

Intermediate Director

Junior Director

Teen Director

Junior Director

For more info or questions regarding the TLBT, please contact us at tlbtadvisors@gmail.com or visit us on social media!

Bonnie Welborn Teen Director

Senior Spotlight

Natalie Stewart

TLBT Member What is your favorite part about showing longhorns?

- My favorite part about showing longhorns has been the lessons you learn from everyone, and how helpful everyone can be.

Who/what has been your biggest influence while showing?

- I have quite a few different people that have been a big influence for me Stephen and Kim Head, Christine Sharer and her family, Gary Clark and the Harrell Family. All of them have influenced me in so many different ways from answering all my crazy questions to helping me show and everything in between. I am so grateful for all of them.

Do you have a favorite longhorn in your herd or one that you have shown and why is he/she your favorite?

- It’s very hard to pick a favorite out of my herd but if I did have to pick it would be between two of my steers Prestige Worldwide (Allen) and 4L Gator Needs His Gat (Gator). They are both so sweet and easy to work with and have such a big personality. But I still love all of the others just as much.

Tell me about your senior sale heifer.

- My Senior Sale is SKH Fire Child and she is a class 10 with a birthday of 2/27/23. She is out of Winnin’ Kid X SKH Refiners Fire. She is so calm and easy to love and would make a great addition to anyone’s herd. Make sure to follow our Facebook page Natalie’s Senior Sale Heifer!

What are my future aspirations or plans?

- I plan to attend Tarleton to get my master’s degree in Animal Science and get a job in a large animal clinic. While also staying involved in the Longhorn community.

Find upcoming TLBAA World Qualifying Shows on Pg. 64

Junior:

Quiz Bowl

What is the largest section of a cow’s stomach?

A. Rumen | B. Reticulum | C. Omasum | D. Abomasum

Intermediate:

How many points do you earn for winning first place in a TLBT class at an affiliate show?

A. 10 points | B. 20 points | C. 25 points | D. 50 points

Teen:

What is the PH Number and who assigns it?

Senior:

Are bulls required to be tied with a neck strap in the stalling area?

This season, the TLBT wants to include YOU in the Trails Magazine! To help us raise funds, you can advertise your ranch or Senior Sale heifer! Ads are $100 per month for breeders, and $75 per month for TLBT Seniors. Act Fast!

Spaces are available for February - June.

Please email Devin Culpepper at ddgculpepper@gmail. com to book your space!

Juniors: A. Rumen | Intermediate: C. 25 points | Teen: It is the Private Herd Number and is assigned by the owner. | Senior: Yes, must be used on all bulls 12 months and older.

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Show Results CLASS M5: 1. LL LUCKY STRIKE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. 2M CAYENNE, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS M7: 1. LL CATEGORY FIVE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL VOODOO DOLL, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX

OTLA SPRING SHOOTOUT March 14, 2025 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. SJ SALTED CARAMEL, Sara Jennings, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 2: 1. OVER THE MOON CP, Carla Payne, SLIDELL, TX 2. TB GOOD GRACIOUS, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 3: 1. SV SILVER DOLLAR, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. TB MINI QUINNY, James & Amy Roesler, KRUM, TX CLASS 4: 1. TB ROGUE STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. LR LIL’ MISS SUNSHINE CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 5: 1. FLY-U BUY SHARONA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX 2. LR GIRLEE POP CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Junior Champion Haltered Female: TB ROGUE STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Female : FLY-U BUY SHARONA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 8: 1. FLYING H HARPER, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. ROWDY TARI, Kali Davis, IRAAN, TX CLASS 9: 1. LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. SL MIDNIGHT RAIN, Old Wire Longhorns, SKIATOOK, OK CLASS 10: 1. LR RIPPING CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. HITMANS LIGHTNING STRIKE, Kali Davis, IRAAN, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. TJD O’LEIA, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX Senior Champion Haltered Female : LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Female : LR RIPPING CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Grand Champion Haltered Female : LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Female : LR RIPPING CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK CLASS 16: 1. NEON DISCOVERY CP, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX 2. SUNRISE SCARLET, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Champion Haltered Mature Female : NEON DISCOVERY CP, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX Reserve Champion Haltered Mature Female : SUNRISE SCARLET, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX

OPEN HALTERED BULL DIVISION

CLASS 20: 1. RL ATREYU, Megan Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 21: 1. TJD CARNEY MAN, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX 2. TB NIGHTHAWK, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 22: 1. LL HOUDINI, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. DTL CAMP KID, Diamond T Longhorns, SKIATOOK, OK CLASS 23: 1. 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Krimmel/Bush Partnership, BOYD, TX 2.

SV DEPUTY, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 24: 1. LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. LR DODGER CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Junior Champion Haltered Bull : LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Bull Reserve: 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Krimmel/Bush Partnership, BOYD, TX CLASS 28: 1. LR NIGHT STRIKE CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 29: 1. LR KINDOFSALTY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. DTL ELLIE’S LARCENY, Diamond T Longhorns, SKIATOOK, OK Senior Champion Haltered Bull : LR KINDOFSALTY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Bull Reserve: LR NIGHT STRIKE CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX Grand Champion Haltered Bull : LR KINDOFSALTY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Bull: LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX

YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION

Senior Champion Haltered Miniature Female: LL LUCKY STRIKE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Miniature Female: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Grand Champion Haltered Miniature Female: LL LUCKY STRIKE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Grand Champion Reserve Haltered Miniature Female:RW CARNEY WOMAN, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX

YOUTH BULL DIVISION

CLASS 17: 1. TB NIGHTHAWK, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 18: 1. LL HOUDINI, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. DTL CAMP KID, Denali Greenleaf, SKIATOOK, OK CLASS 19: 1. 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. SV DEPUTY, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 20: 1. FLY U O’RYAN, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. LR DODGER CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Grand Champion Youth Bull: 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Bull: FLY U O’RYAN, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS M12: 1. LL BLACK TAR, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK CLASS M13: 1. LL MONEY MAKER, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL HATERMADE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX CLASS M14: 1. LL EXPLOSION, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Grand Champion Youth Miniature Bull: LL MONEY MAKER, Denali Greenleaf, SKIATOOK, OK Reserve Grand Champion Youth Miniature Bull: LL EXPLOSION, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX

YOUTH STEER DIVISION

CLASS 25: 1. R4 REBEL YELL, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX 2. TB DRAGON, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 26: 1. DTL FANCY’S SKYROCKET, Denali Greenleaf, SKIATOOK, OK CLASS 27: 1.

FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. SV COCOA, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX Junior Champion Youth Steer: FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Reserve Junior Champion Youth Steer: R4 REBEL YELL, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 31: 1. REVIVALS DOMINO CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX CLASS 32: 1. LR REVIVAL’S ON EDGE CP, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK 2. SV THEODORE, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 33: 1. GUNS N NITRO, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX 2. HH TRIPLE THREAT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Senior Champion Youth Steer: LR REVIVAL’S ON EDGE CP, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Senior Champion Youth Steer: GUNS N NITRO, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Grand Champion Youth Steer: LR REVIVAL’S ON EDGE CP, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Grand Champion Youth Steer: FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS Y38: 1. LL PURPLE HAZE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL STOODIS, Denali Greenleaf, SKIATOOK, OK CLASS Y39: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL MR PEANUT, Katelynn Myers, MACOMB, OK CLASS Y40: 1. 2M SPONGBOB, Nicholas Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LL LITTLE BUG, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Grand Champion Youth Miniature Steer:2M SPONGBOB, Nicholas Mathey, BOWIE, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Miniature Steer: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX

YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP DIVISION CLASS I: Nicholas Mathey, 1st Place, Kahle Walker Locke, 2nd Place, CLASS II: Teagan Mathey, 1st Place, Michael Brody Gregory, 2nd Place

CLASS 1: 1. SJ SALTED CARAMEL, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS 2: 1. OVER THE MOON CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX 2. LL MOCKINGBIRD, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS 3: 1.

TB MINI QUINNY, James Paul Roesler, KRUM, TX 2. SV SILVER DOLLAR, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 4: 1. LR LIL’ MISS SUNSHINE CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX 2. LR REV ME BABY GIRL CP, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS 5: 1. LR GIRLEE POP CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. FLY-U BUY SHARONA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX

CLASS III: Avery N. Mathey, 1st Place, Memphis Merceri, 2nd Place, Colton Wood, 3rd Place,

Junior Champion Youth Female: LR GIRLEE POP CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Junior Champion Youth Female Reserve: FLY-U BUY SHARONA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX

Junior Champion Steer: 2T’S COMMANDER IN CHIEF, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX Reserve Junior Champion Steer: THE DEACON CP, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX

CLASS 8: 1. FLYING H HARPER, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. ROWDY TARI, Kali Davis, IRAAN, TX CLASS 9: 1. SV WOJO ROSEBUD 103, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 10: 1. LR RIPPING CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX 2.

CHAPARRAL PARTY POPPER, James Paul Roesler, KRUM, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX

Senior Champion Steer: TOP DECK 87, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX

Senior Champion Youth Female : LR RIPPING CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Female: LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Grand Champion Youth Female: LR RIPPING CP, Michael Brody Gregory, SLIDELL, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Female: LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS M1: 1. LL ANCHORWOMAN, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL BAD WOMAN, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK CLASS M2: 1. RW CARNEY WOMAN, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL JOLENE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Junior Champion Haltered Miniature Female : RW CARNEY WOMAN, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Miniature Female: LL JOLENE, James Paul Roesler, KRUM, TX

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CLASS IV: Jaylin Krimmel, 1st Place, James Paul Roesler, 2nd Place, Savannah Duncan, 3rd Place

TROPHY STEER DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. THE DEACON CP, Stewart Farm Services LLC, POOLVILLE, TX 2. SV THEODORE, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 2: 1. 2T’S COMMANDER IN CHIEF, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX

CLASS 5: 1. TOP DECK 87, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX Grand Champion Steer: 2T’S COMMANDER IN CHIEF, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX Reserve Grand Champion Steer: TOP DECK 87, Tessa Tronzano, SAVOY, TX

MINIATURE FEMALES DIVISION

CLASS M01: 1. LL ANCHORWOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. LL BAD WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M02: 1. RW CARNEY WOMAN, Tim & Genelle Woodard, MAUD, OK 2. 2M PEACHES, David and Mary Mann, DAVIS, OK CLASS M03: 1. 2M CAYENNE, David and Mary Mann, DAVIS, OK 2. LL LUCKY STRIKE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Junior Champion Female: RW CARNEY WOMAN, Tim & Genelle Woodard, MAUD, OK Reserve Junior Champion Female: 2M CAYENNE, David and Mary Mann, DAVIS, OK CLASS M07: 1. LL VOODOO DOLL, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M08: 1. LL CATEGORY FIVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M09: 1. LL WITCHY WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Senior Champion Female: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Reserve Senior Champion Female: LL WITCHY WOMAN, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK

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Grand Champion Female: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Reserve Grand Champion Female: RW CARNEY WOMAN, Tim & Genelle Woodard, MAUD, OK CLASS M15: 1. LL BIG NOSE KATE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. LL COURAGEOUS FEAT, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Grand Champion Mature Female: LL BIG NOSE KATE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Reserve Grand Champion Mature Female: LL COURAGEOUS FEAT, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK

MINIATURE BULL DIVISION

CLASS M18: 1. LL BLACK TAR, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M19: 1. LL MONEY MAKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. 2M DIESEL, David and Mary Mann, DAVIS, OK Junior Champion Bull: LL MONEY MAKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Reserve Junior Champion Bull: 2M DIESEL, David and Mary Mann, DAVIS, OK CLASS M22: 1. LL EXPLOSION, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Senior Champion Bull: LL EXPLOSION, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Grand Champion Bull: LL EXPLOSION, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Reserve Grand Champion Bull: LL MONEY MAKER, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK

MINIATURE STEER DIVISION

CLASS M28: 1. LL PURPLE HAZE, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. LL STOODIS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M29: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. LL MR PEANUT, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK CLASS M30: 1. LL TINY TIM, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. LL LITTLE BUG, Emerson Morris, BAY CITY, TX Grand Champion Steer: LL TINY TIM, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK Reserve Grand Champion Steer: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK

OTLA SPRING SHOOTOUT POINTS ONLY YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION

March 14, 2025

CLASS 2: 1. LL MOCKINGBIRD, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS 3: 1. SV SILVER DOLLAR, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. TB MINI QUINNY, James Paul Roesler, KRUM, TX CLASS 4: 1. SJ RUBY ROSE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX CLASS 5: 1. SB SWEET BISCUIT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX 2. FLY-U BUY SHARONA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX Junior Champion Youth Female: SB SWEET BISCUIT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Junior Champion Youth Female Reserve: FLY-U BUY SHARONA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 8: 1. FLYING H HARPER, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 9: 1. SV WOJO ROSEBUD 103, Teagan Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2.

TJD O’LEIA, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX Senior Champion Youth Female : LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Female: FLYING H HARPER, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Female Grand Champion: LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Youth Female Grand Champion Reserve: SB SWEET BISCUIT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX CLASS M1: 1. LL ANCHORWOMAN, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. SB SUMMER ROYALE, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX CLASS M2: 1. RW CARNEY WOMAN, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL JOLENE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Junior Champion Youth Miniature Female: RW CARNEY WOMAN, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Reserve Junior Champion Youth Miniature Female: LL ANCHORWOMAN, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS M5: 1. LL LUCKY STRIKE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. 2M CAYENNE, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS M7: 1. LL CATEGORY FIVE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL VOODOO DOLL, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Senior Champion Youth Miniature Female: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Miniature Female: LL LUCKY STRIKE, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX Grand Champion Youth Miniature Female: LL CATEGORY FIVE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Miniature Female: LL LUCKY STRIKE, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX

YOUTH BULL DIVISION

CLASS 17: 1. TJD CARNEY MAN, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 18: 1. LL HOUDINI, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS 19: 1. 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. SV DEPUTY, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 20: 1. FLY U O’RYAN, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Grand Champion Youth Bull: LL HOUDINI, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Bull: 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS M12: 1. LL BLACK TAR, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS M13: 1. LL HATERMADE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX 2. LL BIGGIE SMALLS, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS M14: 1.

LL EXPLOSION, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Grand Champion Youth Miniature Bull: LL HATERMADE, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Miniature Bull: LL EXPLOSION, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX

YOUTH STEER DIVISION

CLASS 25: 1. R4 REBEL YELL, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 27: 1. SV COCOA, Hannah

Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Junior Champion Youth Steer: R4 REBEL YELL, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX Reserve Junior Champion Youth Steer: SV COCOA, Hannah Mathey, BOWIE, TX CLASS 32: 1. SV THEODORE, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. THE DEACON CP, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 33: 1. HH TRIPLE THREAT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX 2. GUNS N NITRO, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Senior Champion Youth Steer: HH TRIPLE THREAT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Steer: SV THEODORE, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Grand Champion Youth Steer: HH TRIPLE THREAT, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Steer: R4 REBEL YELL, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS Y38: 1. LL PURPLE HAZE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL STOODIS, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS Y39: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL MR PEANUT, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL LITTLE BUG, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX 2. 2M SPONGBOB, Nicholas Mathey, BOWIE, TX Grand Champion Youth Miniature Steer: LL LITTLE BUG, Quinnlyn Gallat, MISSOURI CITY, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Miniature Steer: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX

YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP DIVISION CLASS I: . Nicholas Mathey, 1st Place CLASS II: . Teagan Mathey, 1st Place CLASS III: . Avery N. Mathey, 1st Place, Quinnlyn Gallat, 2nd Place, Memphis Merceri, 3rd Place CLASS IV: . Savannah Duncan, 1st Place, Jaylin Krimmel, 2nd Place, Hannah Mathey, 3rd Place,

HOUSTON STOCK SHOW & RODEO March 22, 2025 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. DNL LORETTA LYNN, Natalie Stewart, MAGNOLIA, TX CLASS 2: 1. EJS ADELAIDE, Justin & Ronda Sabio, BOYD, TX 2. CHICK-A BOOM BOOM WP, Wild Peach Longhorns, BRAZORIA, TX CLASS 3: 1. TJD STARBUCKS, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SUNSHINE FAITH TENBAR, Jaxon, Phillip, & John Juarez, SANGER, TX CLASS 4: 1. TB ROGUE STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. LR REV ME BABY GIRL CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK CLASS 5: 1. OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. LR GIRLEE POP CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Junior Champion Haltered Female: OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Female : TB ROGUE STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 8: 1. ROWDY TARI, Kali Davis, IRAAN, TX 2. SISTER GEORGIE BELLE, Henry & Andrea Wilson, HOUSTON, TX CLASS 9: 1. HF LOLA DAWN, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX 2.

LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD HONEY BUN, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SL LOVEBUG, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX CLASS 11: 1.

FLYING H MISS NELLIE, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. TJD LIBERTY BELL, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Senior Champion Haltered Female : FLYING H MISS NELLIE, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Female : TJD LIBERTY BELL, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Grand Champion Haltered Female : FLYING H MISS NELLIE, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Female : TJD LIBERTY BELL, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 16: 1. WIC BLOSSOM, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX 2. TB SUNSET STORM, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX CLASS 17: 1. SANDDOLLAR SMOKE’N DAWN, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Champion Haltered Mature Female : SANDDOLLAR SMOKE’N DAWN, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX Champion Haltered Mature Female Reserve: WIC BLOSSOM, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX PRODUCE OF DAM CLASS 34: 1. SANDDOLLAR SMOKE’N DAWN, Blake & Jessica Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX

OPEN HALTERED BULL DIVISION

CLASS 22: 1. LL HOUDINI, Kyla & Weldon Lovejoy, MAUD, OK 2. SKH KARANKAWA, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 23: 1. TJD SHAKE N BAKE, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX 2.

14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 24: 1. LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. LR HIGH WATER CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Junior Champion Haltered Bull : LR MR RAGER CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Bull Reserve: LR HIGH WATER CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 27: 1. SUGAR RAY CP, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 28: 1. LR NIGHT STRIKE CP, Tamra & Thomas Bush, SUNSET, TX 2. MHF DRAX, Adam & Nicole Hatler, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 29: 1. LR KINDOFSALTY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. TJD BIG PAPA, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Senior Champion Haltered Bull : LR KINDOFSALTY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Bull Reserve: TJD BIG PAPA, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX Grand Champion Haltered Bull : LR KINDOFSALTY CP, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK

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Show Results Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Bull: TJD BIG PAPA, Danley Cattle, Inc, SEMINOLE, TX GET OF SIRE CLASS 35: 1. CHAPARRAL SHINDIG, Locke and Payne Partnership, BRISTOW, OK 2. ANCHOR T SUNRISE STORM, Danley/Hance Partnership, SEMINOLE, TX

YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. DNL LORETTA LYNN, Natalie Stewart, MAGNOLIA, TX CLASS 2: 1. CHICK-A BOOM BOOM WP, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX 2. EJS ADELAIDE, Christopher Hatler, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 3: 1. TJD STARBUCKS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. SUNSHINE FAITH TENBAR, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 4: 1. LR REV ME BABY GIRL CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. TJD SAFARI SKY, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 5: 1. OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. LR GIRLEE POP CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Junior Champion Youth Female: OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Junior Champion Youth Female: LR GIRLEE POP CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 8: 1. ROWDY TARI, Kali Davis, IRAAN, TX 2. SISTER GEORGIE BELLE, Wimberly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 9: 1. LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. HF LOLA DAWN, Brynn Hickman, MCKINNEY, TX CLASS 10: 1. TJD HONEY BUN, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2.

SKH ASHES TO BEAUTY, Dixie Byers, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 11: 1. LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX 2. FLYING H MISS NELLIE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Senior Champion Youth Female : LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Female: LR HIGH DOLLAR CP, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Grand Champion Youth Female: LR MISS MAGGIE CP, Avery N. Mathey, BOWIE, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Female: OCC SHES A BAD MAMA JAMA, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX

YOUTH BULL DIVISION

CLASS 18: 1. LL HOUDINI, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. SKH KARANKAWA, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX CLASS 19: 1. TJD SHAKE N BAKE, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. 14K’S ROCK ME AMADEUS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 20: 1. FLY U O’RYAN, Owen Cromwell, CONROE, TX 2. LR HIGH WATER CP, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS 21: 1. SUGAR RAY CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. BANDIT LP, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX Grand Champion Youth Bull: FLY U O’RYAN, Owen Cromwell, CONROE, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Bull: SUGAR RAY CP, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX

YOUTH STEER DIVISION

CLASS 25: 1. R4 REBEL YELL, Savannah Duncan, ALVARADO, TX CLASS 26: 1. CWR AZARIAH, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX 2. MR. FUSSION, Christopher Hatler, WEATHERFORD, TX CLASS 27: 1. LR SIR DUKE CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Junior Champion Youth Steer: LR SIR DUKE CP, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX Reserve Junior Champion Youth Steer: FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 30: 1. RB SUNRISE JAX, Natalie Stewart, MAGNOLIA, TX 2. PRESTIGE WORLDWIDE, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX CLASS 31: 1. SHR JAMMIN JIM, Ava Miller, MAGNOLIA, TX 2. CAMPER OLIVER JUDE, Whitney McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 32: 1. LR REVIVAL’S ON EDGE CP, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK 2. OCC UNDERCOVER, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 33: 1. TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX 2. LAZY R REALLY AWESOME, Annslea Matlock, TATUM, TX

BUCKAROO IRON’S HERCULES, James & Pia Eyman, MONTGOMERY, TX Senior Champion Steer: DUNN MIGHTY MOUSE, Snuff Ridge Ranch/Herman Partnership, CLEVELAND, TX Reserve Senior Champion Steer: BUCKAROO IRON’S HERCULES, James & Pia Eyman, MONTGOMERY, TX Grand Champion Steer: DUNN MIGHTY MOUSE, Snuff Ridge Ranch/Herman Partnership, CLEVELAND, TX Reserve Grand Champion Steer: BUCKAROO IRON’S HERCULES, James & Pia Eyman, MONTGOMERY, TX

YMBL SOUTH TEXAS FAIR March 22, 2025 OPEN HALTERED FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 2: 1. CHICK-A BOOM BOOM WP, Alexandria Cameron, ANGLETON, TX 2. JP CHARLOTTE’S WEB, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX CLASS 3: 1. G&L STORMY MORN, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 4: 1. KRAZY K DANCIN IRON, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX 2. SKH BLESS YOUR HEART, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 5: 1. L.A. LOTTA PRIDDY, Allison D. Lowrie, RHOME, TX 2. SB SWEET BISCUIT, Sarah Buentello, STAFFORD, TX Junior Champion Haltered Female: KRAZY K DANCIN IRON, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Female : G&L STORMY MORN, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 8: 1. SISTER GEORGIE BELLE, Henry & Andrea Wilson, HOUSTON, TX 2. SHEZA KOUNTRY ANGEL, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX CLASS 9: 1. STCC GLANCE AT DIAMONDS, Bobby & Shana Gonzales, CARTHAGE, TX 2. MCC AMERICAN GYPSY, Steve & Brooke McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 10: 1. SKH ASHES TO BEAUTY, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX 2. SKH GO GO GIRL, Cheyenne Loll, CONROE, TX CLASS 11: 1. NOT MY KID, JK!, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX 2. BAR 79 LADY LIBERTY, Amelia Lynn Hawkins, VINTON, LA Senior Champion Haltered Female : SKH ASHES TO BEAUTY, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Female : NOT MY KID, JK!, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX Grand Champion Haltered Female : SKH ASHES TO BEAUTY, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Female : NOT MY KID, JK!, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 16: 1. SKH COCO PROOF, Sarah Buentello, STAFFORD, TX 2. WIC BLOSSOM, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 17: 1. JP WIND IN THE WILLOWS, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX Champion Haltered Mature Female : SKH COCO PROOF, Sarah Buentello, STAFFORD, TX Reserve Champion Haltered Mature Female: JP WIND IN THE WILLOWS, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX

OPEN HALTERED BULL DIVISION

CLASS 21: 1. MCC PEPPER JACK, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 22: 1. JSC GENERAL JOE, Henry & Andrea Wilson, HOUSTON, TX 2. SKH KARANKAWA, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX CLASS 23: 1. G2 FIFTY’S CHEX, Bobby & Shana Gonzales, CARTHAGE, TX 2. T.R. HAMAL (WILSON), Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX CLASS 24: 1. ICEMAN 2NR, Jeremy and Tina Johnson, SAN ANTONIO, TX 2. FLY U O’RYAN, The Flying U Ranch, LLC, DECATUR, TX

Senior Champion Youth Steer: LR REVIVAL’S ON EDGE CP, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Senior Champion Youth Steer: TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX

Junior Champion Haltered Bull : G2 FIFTY’S CHEX, Bobby & Shana Gonzales, CARTHAGE, TX Reserve Junior Champion Haltered Bull: ICEMAN 2NR, Jeremy and Tina Johnson, SAN ANTONIO, TX

Grand Champion Youth Steer: LR REVIVAL’S ON EDGE CP, Kahle Walker Locke, BRISTOW, OK Reserve Grand Champion Youth Steer: TB GUN SMOKE, Sheridan Van Blarcom, GRANDVIEW, TX

CLASS 27: 1. RHL OVERTIME, Rafter H Longhorns/Lazy JP Ranch Partnership, COLLEGE STATION, TX 2. BANDIT LP, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX

CLASS Y38: 1. LL STOODIS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL PURPLE HAZE, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX CLASS Y39: 1. LL KATT WILLIAMS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX 2. LL MR PEANUT, Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, SEMINOLE, TX CLASS Y40: 1. LL TONY STARK, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX 2. LL LITTLE BUG, Emerson Morris, BAY CITY, TX

Senior Champion Haltered Bull : RHL OVERTIME, Rafter H Longhorns/Lazy JP Ranch Partnership, COLLEGE STATION, TX Reserve Senior Champion Haltered Bull: BANDIT LP, Stephen and Kim Head, ANGLETON, TX

Grand Champion Miniature Youth Steer: LL TONY STARK, Colton Wood, DECATUR, TX Reserve Grand Champion Miniature Youth Steer: LL KATT WILLIAMS, Sarah Danley, SEMINOLE, TX

YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP DIVISION

CLASS I: Kahle Walker Locke, 1st Place; Brynn Hickman, 2nd Place; Kealyn Harrell, 3rd Place CLASS II: Teagan Mathey, 1st Place; Ethan Hickman, 2nd Place; Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, 3rd Place CLASS III: Todd (TJ) Jay Danley, Jr, 1st Place; Anthony Quinn, 2nd Place CLASS IV: Jaylin Krimmel, 1st Place; Sarah Danley, 2nd Place; Sheridan Van Blarcom, 3rd Place,

TROPHY STEER DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. GUNS N NITRO, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX 2. TB GUN SMOKE, Double R Ranch, GRANDVIEW, TX CLASS 2: 1. SKH EXPO MAN, Emma Gornick, TOMBALL, TX 2. LIGE’S DOUBLE OUGHT, Bailey Wolf, WILLIS, TX Junior Champion Steer: GUNS N NITRO, Memphis Merceri, CONROE, TX Reserve Junior Champion Steer: SKH EXPO MAN, Emma Gornick, TOMBALL, TX CLASS 5: 1. DUNN MIGHTY MOUSE, Snuff Ridge Ranch/Herman Partnership, CLEVELAND, TX 2.

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Grand Champion Haltered Bull : G2 FIFTY’S CHEX, Bobby & Shana Gonzales, CARTHAGE, TX Reserve Grand Champion Haltered Bull : RHL OVERTIME, Rafter H Longhorns/Lazy JP Ranch Partnership, COLLEGE STATION, TX

YOUTH FEMALE DIVISION

CLASS 2: 1. CHICK-A BOOM BOOM WP, Cheyenne Loll, CONROE, TX 2. OCC ANGEL WINGS, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX CLASS 3: 1. G&L STORMY MORN, Cheyenne Loll, CONROE, TX 2. BAR 79 GUNNIN’ FOR GLORY, Amelia Lynn Hawkins, VINTON, LA CLASS 4: 1. KRAZY K DANCIN IRON, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX 2. JK PAITYN’S PUPPY, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX CLASS 5: 1. BAR 79 EVANGELINE, Coy Michael Hawkins, VINTON, LA 2. L.A. LOTTA PRIDDY, Mason W Smith, RHOME, TX Junior Champion Youth Female: BAR 79 EVANGELINE, Coy Michael Hawkins, VINTON, LA Reserve Junior Champion Youth Female: CHICK-A BOOM BOOM WP, Natalie Stewart, MAGNOLIA, TX CLASS 8: 1. BAR 79 CHRISTMAS JAM, Amelia Lynn Hawkins, VINTON, LA 2. SHEZA KOUNTRY ANGEL, Natalie Stewart, MAGNOLIA, TX CLASS 9: 1. STCC GLANCE AT DIAMONDS, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX 2. DBL I VERSACE KICKS, Natalie Stewart, MAGNOLIA, TX CLASS 10: 1. SKH GO GO GIRL, Cheyenne Loll, CONROE, TX 2. SKH ASHES TO BEAUTY, Brooke Webb, CONROE, TX CLASS 11: 1. BAR 79 LADY LIBERTY, Coy Michael Hawkins, VINTON, LA 2. NOT MY KID, JK!,

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Cheyenne Loll, CONROE, TX Senior Champion Youth Female : BAR 79 LADY LIBERTY, Coy Michael Hawkins, VINTON, LA Reserve Senior Champion Youth Female: STCC GLANCE AT DIAMONDS, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX Grand Champion Youth Female: BAR 79 LADY LIBERTY, Coy Michael Hawkins, VINTON, LA Reserve Grand Champion Youth Female: STCC GLANCE AT DIAMONDS, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX

YOUTH BULL DIVISION

CLASS 17: 1. BAR 79 SON OF A GUN, Amelia Lynn Hawkins, VINTON, LA 2. MCC PEPPER JACK, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 18: 1. JSC GENERAL JOE, Wimberly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX 2. SKH KARANKAWA, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX CLASS 19: 1. G2 FIFTY’S CHEX, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX 2. T.R. HAMAL (WILSON), Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS 20: 1. FLY U O’RYAN, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. ICEMAN 2NR, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 21: 1. BANDIT LP, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX 2. RHL OVERTIME, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX Grand Champion Youth Bull: BANDIT LP, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Bull: BAR 79 SON OF A GUN, Amelia Lynn Hawkins, VINTON, LA

YOUTH STEER DIVISION

LIBERTY HILL, TX 2. LL COOKIE MONSTER, Ella Christiansen, KATY, TX CLASS Y40: 1. RPL BAYOU BOB, Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX 2. LAZY R STETSON, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX Grand Champion Youth Miniature Steer: JP D. EMBER, Julianna Green, LIBERTY HILL, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Miniature Steer: LL COOKIE MONSTER, Ella Christiansen, KATY, TX

YOUTH SHOWMANSHIP DIVISION

CLASS I: . Kealyn Harrell, 1st Place; Coy Michael Hawkins, 2nd Place; Wimberly McCauley, 3rd Place CLASS II: . Amelia Lynn Hawkins, 1st Place; Julianna Green, 2nd Place; Melissa Elizabeth Dittmar, 3rd Place CLASS III: . Brooke Webb, 1st Place; Anthony Quinn, 2nd Place; Ella Christiansen, 3rd Place CLASS IV: . Cheyenne Loll, 1st Place; Jaylin Krimmel, 2nd Place; Natalie Stewart, 3rd Place

TROPHY STEER DIVISION

CLASS 1: 1. G&L BLAZIN GUNS, Allison D. Lowrie, RHOME, TX 2. DBL I POT O’ GOLD, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX Junior Champion Steer: G&L BLAZIN GUNS, Allison D. Lowrie, RHOME, TX Reserve Junior Champion Steer: DBL I POT O’ GOLD, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX

CLASS 26: 1. JP JEREMIAHWASABULLFROG, Julianna Green, LIBERTY HILL, TX 2. CWR AZARIAH, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX CLASS 27: 1. FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX

CLASS 5: 1. VETERAN’S USS ORISKANY, Veteran’s Heritage Farm, RHOME, TX CLASS 6: 1. JP MERLIN, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX 2. JP USS HASSAYAMPA AO-145, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX

Junior Champion Youth Steer: JP JEREMIAHWASABULLFROG, Julianna Green, LIBERTY HILL, TX Reserve Junior Champion Youth Steer: FLYING H SAMMY, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX

Senior Champion Steer: JP MERLIN, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX Reserve Senior Champion Steer: VETERAN’S USS ORISKANY, Veteran’s Heritage Farm, RHOME, TX

CLASS 30: 1. CLYDE WP, Anthony Quinn, LAKE JACKSON, TX CLASS 31: 1. CAMPER OLIVER JUDE, Waverly McCauley, HUFFMAN, TX CLASS 33: 1. G&L BLAZIN GUNS, Mason W Smith, RHOME, TX 2. DBL I POT O’ GOLD, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX

Grand Champion Steer: JP MERLIN, Lazy JP Ranch, DUBLIN, TX Reserve Grand Champion Steer: VETERAN’S USS ORISKANY, Veteran’s Heritage Farm, RHOME, TX

Senior Champion Youth Steer: G&L BLAZIN GUNS, Mason W Smith, RHOME, TX Reserve Senior Champion Youth Steer: DBL I POT O’ GOLD, Kealyn Harrell, CARTHAGE, TX Grand Champion Youth Steer: G&L BLAZIN GUNS, Mason W Smith, RHOME, TX Reserve Grand Champion Youth Steer: JP JEREMIAHWASABULLFROG, Julianna Green, LIBERTY HILL, TX CLASS Y38: 1. 2M SQUEEGEE BECKEN HIME, Jaylin Krimmel, BOYD, TX 2. BSL CHUCKYS ROCKIN CAJUN, Landon Thomas Dittmar, HILLSBORO, TX CLASS Y39: 1. JP D. EMBER, Julianna Green,

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May 2-3, 2025 • Glendenning Fiesta Sale, Celina, TX. Celina TX. Contact Sherese Glendenning sherese@glendenningfarms.com 972-978-0424 May 2-4, 2025 • HOTLA Snook Longhorn Roundup, Snook Rodeo LLC, Snook, TX. Entry Deadline April 10, 2025. Sandi Nordhausen (512) 898-2401 or Sandi. nordhausen@gmail.com. Qualifying Haltered, Youth, Youth Points Only and Miniatures.

May 9-11, 2025 • TLBGCA Spring Show, Grimes County Fair & Expo, Navasota, TX Contact Sarah Buentello cattlecompanysb@gmail.com or 281-845-1200 Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only & Miniatures May 23-24, 2025 • Fort Worth Stockyards Longhorn Auction, Heifer Sale Friday - Cow Sale Saturday. Contact Hudson Longhorn Sales, Elizabeth Hudson ehudson18@gmail.com or 812-786-2140.

JUNE 2025 June 14, 2025 • Midwest Affiliate Longhorn Sale, Marysville Livestock Auction

August 31, 2025 • West Texas Fair & Rodeo Longhorn Show, Taylor County Expo Center, Abilene, TX. Contact Catherine Morris morriscantran@taylortel. net or 325-829-9219. Qualifying Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth, Points Only.

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OCTOBER 2025

June 18-21, 2025 • TLBAA World Expo & Junior Nationals, Taylor County Expo Center, Abilene, Texas Contact Pam Robison pam@tlbaa.org or 817625-6241

October 1-4, 2025 • TLBAA Horn Showcase, Canadian County Expo Center, El Reno, OK. Contact Pam Robison pam@tlbaa.org or 817-625-6241 Ex. 106

June 20, 2025 • Futurity of The West, Dundee, OR. Contact Scott Picker

October 25, 2025 • Fall B&C Longhorn Sale, New Cambria, MO. Contact Alyson Sayre asayre@ stanbury.com

June 21, 2025 • Oregon Trail Sale ,Dundee, OR. Contact Scott Picker June 27-29, 2025 • Chisholm Trail Select Sale and Futurity, Enid, OK. Contact Nik Nikodym 405-230-0848 or Kevin Bryant 580-254-1864.

JULY 2025

October 17-18 2025 • Millennium Futurity, Bluegrass Stockyards, Lexington , KY. Contact Ann Gravett, gravett99@yahoo.com.

October 30-November 1, 2025 • Peach State Showout and Sale, Bulloch County Agricultural Complex, Statesboro, GA. Contact Josh Gentry 972-6727293 or josh@g3longhorns.com.

July 24-27, 2025 • California State Fair, California Expor State Fairgrounds,

Sacremento, CA Contact Sandi Hurtgen Moniero smhurtgen@calexpo.com or 916-263-7903. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers & Minatures

AUGUST 2025 August 16, 2025 • Top Hand Sale, Rapid City, SD, Contact Jodie O’Bryan joband123@hotmail.com August 16-17, 2025 • Central States Fair Longhorn Show, Rapid City, SD, Contact Shawn Tobin (605) 545-2897, shawnstobin@gmail.com or gptla. info@gmail.com. Qualifying Haltered, Non-Haltered, Trophy Steers, Youth & Youth Points Only.

Affiliates: Please submit a completed show application to pam@tlbaa.org in order to have your TLBAA World Qualifying show listed.

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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