Bain among winners in the Photography Contest at 2024 National Junior Shorthorn Show
Junior Shorthorn enthusiasts gathering from 29 states competed in the 2024 National Junior Shorthorn Show & Youth Conference in Timonium, Md., June 15- June 22. Not only did the juniors compete with their animals, but had the opportunity to compete in multiple individual, team or state contests.
The Photography Contest is all about the best “Shorthorn picture.” Candid shots, scenic pasture views — any picture featuring a Shorthorn — were critiqued and scored. The entries are judged based on quality of the image, positioning, originality, creativity, emphasis on Shorthorns, as well as the overall appeal.
In addition, there was a digital photography contest for the intermediate and senior divisions. The digital photography contest allows exhibitors to not only show their creativeness behind the lens, but also behind the computer. Exhibitors in this contest are allowed to enhance or alter an agricultural photo for judging.
Executive Secretary/CEO of the American Shorthorn Association, Montie Soules, explained in an interview that, “The National Junior Shorthorn Show and Youth Conference is every bit as much about the contests and the educational aspect from that as it is the cattle show. The youth of this breed pride themselves in participating in a number of contests. This provides leadership and communication skills for those junior exhibitors that will advance them in their lifelong goals. One of the things that I am most proud of about this event is the high participation percentage that we have in our contests. Our junior board and staff have made it a point to try and provide new and updated contests that challenge the junior members with the technology available in today’s world. This prepares Shorthorn youth for their future.”
Receiving top honors in the Prospector I age division (age 9 and under) were:
• Knox Neumayr, Texas
• Remi Gardebrecht, Wisconsin
• Piper Cates, Indiana
• Sadie Brown, Wisconsin
• Heidi Yost, Maryland.
In the Prospector II age division, (10-12 years old) were:
• Kinlynn Dryer, Illinois
• Emma Helsinger, Ohio (West Manchester)
• Charlotte Holland, Maryland
• Bristol Soules, Oklahoma
• Adalynn Vaughn, Iowa.
Intermediate age division, (13 – 16 years) were:
• Jemma Jordon, Indiana
• Charolotte Jordon, Indiana
• Sheridan Soules, Oklahoma
• Reagan Ferris, Indiana
• Kate Wiggins, Alabama.
Senior age division, (17 -21 years) were:
• Caleb Hall, Idaho
• Victoria Thompson, Alabama
• Grace Campbell, Virginia
• Xavier Ferris, Indiana
• Karly Goetz, Ohio (Ottawa County).
Digital Photography Contest
Intermediate age division, (13 – 16 years) were:
• Ashton Bain, Ohio (Lynchburg)
• Gracie Giles, Tennessee
• Mckayla Sugg, New York
• Kinsey Kraushaar, Pennsylvania
• Sheridan Soules, Oklahoma.
Digital Photography Contest
Senior age division, (17 -21 years) were:
• Jewel Thompson, Alabama
• Tatumn Poff, Ohio (Chardon)
• Caleb Hall, Idaho
• Jentri Reamy, Oklahoma
• Samantha VanVorhis, Ohio (Wood County).
The American Shorthorn Association provides quality service and support to its members by promoting the value of Shorthorn Cattle in all aspects of the beef industry, while maintaining the integrity of the herd book and performance database. The American Junior Shorthorn Association promotes personal development through youth activities and educational events, while being dedicated to the betterment of its members. To learn more, contact the ASA office or visit www.shorthorn.org or www.juniorshorthorn.com.
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