Mowrystown FFA members earn recognition at Highland County Fair
The Mowrystown FFA chapter achieved remarkable success at the Highland County Fair this year, showing the dedication and skill of its members.
Three individuals — Darby Yeager, Addison Roberts and Sydney Shelton — were recognized for their abilities in their respective departments. Each member received awards for overall showmanship, which granted them the opportunity to participate in the Showman of Showmen competition. Addison Roberts was third place overall in this competition, showing her talent and hard work.
In addition to showmanship, our chapter excelled in the Skillathon event. Roberts was awarded the first-place 17-year-old Swine Skillathon, while Yeager took first place in the 16-year-old rabbit Skillathon with a perfect score. Shelton also achieved a perfect score in the 15-year-old Skillathon.
Our members made a big impact in livestock competitions as well. Sawyer Blair won Grand Champion for the County Born and Bred Feeder Calf, and also placed fourth overall in the open feeder show, in addition to securing first place in the market category and sixth overall in the intermediate showmanship. Adrionna Phillips was Reserve Overall Market Goat Showman, showing her skills in the goat category.
Hayden Stratton excelled with the Grand Champion Hereford Breeding Gilt in the open show, while Shelton earned the Champion Jersey Heifer and Champion Overall Heifer titles.
The chapter also participated in the Highland County Livestock Judging Competition, finishing in third place overall. The team consisted of Roberts, Kara DeAtley, Hayden Stratton and Austin Richards. Among our top judges were Roberts, who placed fifth, and DeAtley, who secured seventh place.
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