March 10, 2025 - (Show Photo Album) - The Shelby County 4-H & FFA Livestock Show took place the week of February 24 through March 1, 2025, kicking off with the 2nd annual Shelby County 4-H & FFA Commercial Heifer Show.
The event began on February 24 with the second annual Commercial Heifer Show at Center Livestock Auction, where eighteen exhibitors checked in thirty-six heifers. Dr. Joe Mask judged the cattle. In addition to their cattle, exhibitors are also judged on an interview and record book about how they care for their cattle. On Wednesday, February 26, the heifers were auctioned off at Center Livestock Auction to the highest bidders. The sale barn was filled with buyers eager to support local youth, generating a total of $116,200.
The Speaking Contest, now in its fourth year, was held on Tuesday, February 25th, as part of the Shelby County Livestock Show. This public speaking competition, open to all FFA and 4-H members, focuses on agricultural topics and continues to grow each year.
On Thursday, February 27, the Shelby County Livestock Show took place at the Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo Arena, featuring over 100 exhibitors. The market animal weigh-in began at 7:30 a.m., and the show officially started at 10:00 a.m. with rabbits, judged by Mrs. April Cade. Derrick Brown evaluated lambs, goats, swine, and cattle, providing valuable insights while actively engaging with the youth and their animals.
The Buyers' Appreciation Dinner and Livestock Auction was held on Saturday, March 1, at the John Dean Windham Civic Center. The livestock auction premium generated just over $103,989 for local 4-H and FFA members, according to Lane Dunn, County Extension Agent.
A special thank you goes out to all contributors and bidders for making this year’s auction our most successful yet!
The following are the results of the show and auction:
The 20th Annual Shelby County 4-H and FFA Champions Row Represented By:
Commercial Heifer Show Participants
Commercial Heifer Show:
Commercial Heifer Show Grand Champion, Kallyn Parker
The Grand Champion at the Commercial Heifer Show and Auction was shown by Kallyn Parker of Shelbyville FFA. Her pen of 2 sold to Kirkwood for $3,800 each.
The Reserve Grand Champion at the Commercial Heifer Show was Jacie Lee of Shelbyville FFA. Her pen of 2 sold to Keith Oswalt for $3,100.
3rd place went to Lakelee Jousan of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Brian Dean for $3,100 each.
4th place went to Lucinda David of Joaquin FFA. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to J.B. Raymond for $4,900 each.
5th place went to Baylin Phelps of Center FFA. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Joe Bill Mettauer for $2,800 each.
6th place went to Luke Jousan of Shelby Co. 4-H. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Brian Dean for $3,100 each.
7th place went to Mac Lee of Shelbyville FFA. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Justin Lee for $3,100 each.
8th place went to Della Groves of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Jerry Griffin for $4,100 each.
9th place went to Grayson Hightower of Center FFA. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Justin Morton for $3,600 each.
10th place went to Annistyn McSwain of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to J.B. Raymond for $2,400 each.
11th place went to Stetson Rash of Shelbyville FFA. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Justin Morton for $3,000 each.
12th place went to Macklyn Kirk of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Despino’s Tire Service and Boo Klein for $2,700 each.
13th place went to Easton Parks of Shelbyville FFA. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Keith Oswalt for $2,700 each.
14th place went to Rhett Parks of Shelbyville FFA. His pen of 2 heifers sold to Steve Oswalt for $3,000 each.
15th place went to Charlotte Trux of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Christian Trux for $3,000 each.
16th place went to Landree Jousan of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Brian Dean for $3,600 each.
17th place went to Avery Metcalf of Shelby Co. 4-H. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Lucinda David for $3,000 each.
18th place went to Keaton Hughes of Joaquin FFA. Her pen of 2 heifers sold to Lucinda David for $3,100 each.
Commercial Heifer Show Interview:
Along with their cattle, exhibitors at the Commercial Heifer Show are also judged on their interview skills.
Winning the Junior Division was Mac Lee of Shelbyville FFA.
The Intermediate Division was won by Jacie Lee of Shelbyville FFA.
Senior Division was won by Lucinda David of Joaquin FFA.
Public Speaking Contest:
The Speaking Contest was held on Tuesday, February 25th. This was its fourth year at the Shelby County Livestock Show.
Winning the Junior Division of the Public Speaking Contest was Mac Lee of Shelbyville FFA with a speech titled, “The G.O.A.T. of the Cattle Industry”.
The Intermediate Division of the Public Speaking Contest was won by Jacie Lee of Shelbyville FFA with a speech titled, “Farmers Piloting the Agricultural World”.
Sydney Shout of Shelby Co. 4-H won the Senior Division with their speech titled, “The Infectious Chronology of Beef Production.”
Livestock Show:
Grand Champion Steer shown by Cassie Nutt
Cassie Nutt of Shelby Co. 4-H showed the Grand Champion Steer. Following the show, Cassie’s steer sold at the livestock auction for $6,000 with Hawkeye Hunting Club purchasing the 1,320-pound steer.
Reserve Champion Steer honor went to Sydney Shout of Timpson FFA. Sydney’s steer was purchased by K&L Contractors, ULTRA, and Klein Cattle Company for $4,250.
Grand Champion Market Swine shown by Baylin Phelps
The Grand Champion Market Swine was shown by Baylin Phelps of Center FFA with Shelby Savings Bank purchasing the champion hog for $5,000.
Grayson Hightower of Center FFA showed the Reserve Champion Market Swine. The hog was sold to Farmers State Bank for $3,500.
Grand Champion Market Goat shown by Luke Jousan
In the Market Goat division, Luke Jousan of Shelby Co. 4-H showed the Grand Champion. Luke’s goat was purchased for $4,000 by Shelby Savings Bank.
The Reserve Grand Champion Market Goat was shown by Wyatt Foster of Shelbyville FFA. Wyatt’s goat was purchased for $3,250 by Center Tire Co. and Haslam Tire.
Grand Champion Market Lamb shown by Lakelee Jousan
Lakelee Jousan of Shelby Co. 4-H showed the Grand Champion Market Lamb in Thursday’s show. Farmers State Bank purchased Lakelee’s lamb for $3,500.
Reserve Champion honors in the Market Lamb division went to Jacie Lee of Shelbyville FFA. Despino’s Tire Service purchased Jacie’s lamb for $3,499.
Grand Champion Market Rabbit shown by William Windham
The Grand Champion Market Rabbit was shown by William Windham of Shelbyville FFA. William will receive premium money in the amount of $550. Rebel Mars of Joaquin FFA showed the Reserve Grand Champion pen of market rabbits. Rebel will receive $500 in premium money.
Other placings in Thursday's Show were as follows:
Rabbit Show Results:
Grand Champion & Reserve Champion Breeding Rabbits - Doe:
Caesyn Lee (Timpson FFA) - Grand Champion
Karlie Walton (Timpson FFA) - Reserve Grand Champion
Grand Champion & Reserve Champion Breeding Rabbits - Buck:
Caesyn Lee (Timpson FFA) - Grand Champion
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) - Reserve Grand Champion
Californian Breeding Rabbits – Doe Class:
Karlie Walton (Timpson FFA) – First
Kenzie Walton (Timpson FFA) – Second
Kenzie Walton (Timpson FFA) – Third
Mini Rex Breeding Rabbits – Doe Class:
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Third
A.O.B. Breeding Rabbits – Doe Class:
Caesyn Lee (Timpson FFA) – First
Caesyn Lee (Timpson FFA) – Second
Californian Breeding Rabbits – Buck Class:
Karlie Walton (Timpson FFA) – First
Karlie Walton (Timpson FFA) – Second
Kenzie Walton (Timpson FFA) – Third
Mini Rex Breeding Rabbits – Buck Class:
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Third
A.O.B. Breeding Rabbits – Buck Class:
Caesyn Lee (Timpson FFA) – First
Carolina Warr (Shelbyville FFA) – Second
Market Rabbits:
William Windham (Shelbyville FFA) – Grand Champion
Rebel Mars (Joaquin FFA) – Reserve Grand Champion
Kenzie Walton (Timpson FFA) – Third
Erica Galavan (Joaquin FFA) – Fourth
Everly Windham (Shelbyville FFA) – Fifth
Autumn Alford (Joaquin FFA) – Sixth
Allie Windham (Shelbyville FFA) – Seventh
Darcy Vansickle (Joaquin FFA) – Eighth
Karlie Walton (Timpson FFA) – Ninth
Braxton Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Tenth
Derrick Jordan (Joaquin FFA) – Eleventh
Elly Willoughby (Shelbyville FFA) – Twelfth
Caroline Webb (Joaquin FFA) – Thirteenth
Lamb Show Results:
Market Lambs Class 1:
Sawyer Kirby (Center FFA) – First
Landree Jousan (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
Brooklyn Scates (Timpson FFA) – Third
Market Lambs Class 2:
Lakelee Jousan (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Mac Lee (Shelbyville FFA) – Second
Dallas Martinez (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Third
Adly Messer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Fourth
Market Lambs Class 3:
Jacie Lee (Shelbyville FFA) – First
Abby Messer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
Caesyn Lee (Timpson FFA) – Third
Market Lambs Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion and Sale Order:
Lakelee Jousan, Shelby Co. 4-H - Grand Champion purchased by Farmers State Bank for $3,500
Jacie Lee, Shelbyville FFA - Reserve Grand Champion purchased by Despino’s Tire Service for $3,499
Mac Lee, Shelbyville FFA – purchased by Austin Bank, Nix Forest Industries, Winzaried Cattle, SNW Services, East Texas Livestock, K.L. Barton & Son’s Tie Company, and Cobb-Vantress for $3,000
Sawyer Kirby, Center FFA – purchased by Borders Poultry Supply for $2,500
Landree Jousan, Shelby Co. 4-H – purchased by Shelby County Farm Bureau for $3,498
Dallas Martinez, Shelby Co. 4-H – purchased by Deep East Texas Electric Co. for $2,000
Adly Messer, Shelby Co. 4-H – purchased by Hawkeye Hunting Club for $3,498
Brooklyn Scates, Timpson FFA – purchased by Austin Bank, Nix Forest Industries, Winzaried Cattle, SNW Services, East Texas Livestock, K.L. Barton & Son’s Tie Company, and Cobb-Vantress for $3,250
Lamb Showmanship Results:
In the Lamb division, Jacie Lee of Shelbyville FFA was named Champion Senior Showman and was presented a buckle by Shelby County Farm Bureau. Landree Jousan of Shelby County 4-H was named Champion Junior Showman and her buckle was presented by Shelby Co. 4-H.
Goat Show Results:
Market Goats Class 1:
Macklyn Kirk (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Ashlyn McNutt (Timpson FFA) – Second
Peyton Bilyeu (Timpson FFA) – Third
Ryder Bilyeu (Timpson FFA) – Fourth
Alyzabeth Poindexter (Center FFA) – Fifth
Elijah Poindexter (Center FFA) – Sixth
Market Goats Class 2:
Wyatt Foster (Shelbyville FFA) – First
Naomie Meyers (Joaquin FFA) – Second
Eric Maresch (Center FFA) – Third
Presley Bilyeu (Timpson FFA) – Fourth
Market Goats Class 3:
Luke Jousan (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Avery Metcalf (Timpson FFA) – Second
Charlcie Metcalf (Timpson FFA) – Third
Avery Lawson (Shelbyville FFA) – Fourth
Gentry Whitehead (Shelbyville FFA) – Fifth
Kallyn Parker (Shelbyville FFA) – Sixth
Thomas Estrada (Timpson FFA) – Seventh
Market Goats - Grand Champion & Reserve Grand Champion Sale Order:
Luke Jousan, Shelby Co. 4-H - Grand Champion purchased by Shelby Savings Bank, for $4,000
Wyatt Foster, Shelbyville FFA - Reserve Grand Champion purchased by Center Tire Company and Haslam Tire for $3,250
Avery Metcalf, Timpson FFA – purchased by Deep East Texas Electric Co. for $3,249
Macklyn Kirk, Shelby Co. 4-H – purchased by 5M Gas LLC, Cobb-Vantress, and High Roller for $3,249
Charlcie Metcalf, Timpson FFA – purchased by Ross Lumber, Debby and Tim Amos, Bink’s Quick Stop – Timpson, Joaquin, Carthage, and Tenaha, Factory Direct Portable Buildings, McDonald & Son’s, Hudman Floral & Gifts, Nix Forest Industries, Inc., Bulldog Tire, Hudson Auto Parts, K.L. Barton & Son’s Ranch B, Bagley Well Service, Stephenson Fencing, Chaylon and Katie Mackey, SHS Welding Construction, Thomas Tire, ETA Repair, Rockin C Trailers, BCW Property Management, Hush Aesthetics, Brock Rocks, Square Running M Cattle and 4 Land Management for $3,249
Ashlynn McNutt, Timpson FFA – purchased by Robert & Candice Pearson for $3,249
Peyton Bilyeu, Timpson – purchased by Austin Bank, Nix Forest Industries, Winzaried Cattle, SNW Services, East Texas Livestock, K.L. Barton & Son’s Tie Company, and Cobb-Vantress, for $3,000
Naomie Meyers, Joaquin FFA – purchased by Joe Bill & Connie Mettauer, RVOS Lodge 159, United Ag & Turf, Ace Hardware of East Texas, and East Texas Poultry Supply for $2,750
Goat Showmanship Results:
In the Goat division, Peyton Bilyeu of Timpson FFA was named Champion Senior Showman and was presented a buckle by Timpson FFA. Wyatt Foster of Shelbyville FFA was named Champion Junior Showman, and his buckle was presented by Shelby County Farm Bureau.
Swine Show Results:
Market Swine Class 1:
Wyomie Meyers (Joaquin FFA) – First
Levi McKinney (Center FFA) – Second
Addie Moore (Joaquin FFA) – Third
Taegan Dawson (Center FFA) – Fourth
Market Swine Class 2:
Baylin Phelps (Center FFA) – First
Grayson Hightower (Center FFA) – Second
Stormie Meyers (Joaquin FFA) – Third
Slade Kirby (Center FFA) – Fourth
Market Swine Class 3:
Kiptyn Phelps (Center FFA) – First
Irelynn Clouse (Joaquin FFA) – Second
Brantley Weir (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Third
Market Swine Sale Order:
Baylin Phelps, Center FFA - Grand Champion purchased by Shelby Savings Bank for $5,000
Grayson Hightower, Center FFA – Farmers State Bank for $3,500
Wyomie Meyers, Joaquin FFA - purchased by East West Outfitters for $2,000
Kiptyn Phelps, Center FFA - purchased by McAdam’s Propane, Mathews Realty, Elite Hair Design for $2,000
Stormie Meyers, Joaquin FFA - purchased by Lucas Veterinary Services, M5 Cattle, Redgate Farm, Dairy Queen, Steel Building Supply, Hardy’s Machine Shop, and Ihlo Sales for $2,750
Irelynn Clouse, Joaquin FFA - purchased by Dr. Windham for $2,500
Slade Kirby, Center FFA – purchased by Center Tire Co. and Haslam Tire for $3,499
Levi McKinney, Center FFA - purchased by Shelby Savings Bank for $2,250
Swine Showmanship Results:
Irelynn Clouse of Joaquin FFA was named Champion Senior Swine Showman. The trophy buckle was presented by Shelby County Farm Bureau. Center FFA presented the Junior Champion Swine Showman buckle to Wyomie Meyers of Joaquin FFA
Beef Show Results are as follows:
Market Steer Results:
Steer Grand Champion, Reserve Grand Champion, and Sale Order:
Cassie Nutt, Shelby Co. 4-H - Grand Champion purchased by Hawkeye Hunting Club for $6,000
Sydney Shout, Timpson FFA - Reserve Grand Champion purchased by K&L Contractors, ULTRA, and Klein Cattle Company for $4,250
Conner Nutt, Shelby Co. 4-H – purchased by LOC International, and L&R Cattle for $3,000
Hannah Wages, Center FFA – purchased by Shelby County Farm Bureau for $3,500
Brecken Kimbro, Shelby Co. 4-H – purchased by HAFCO Services Inc., Raymond Motor Company, and M&M Sales and Services for $4,249
Duncan McCann, Joaquin FFA – purchased by Aethon Energy, R&D Distributing, and Sabine State Bank for $3,000
Keaton Hughes, Joaquin FFA – purchased by Kay’s Hardware and Shook’s Auto for $2,750
The Larry Hagler Memorial Scholarship Highest Placing Senior Market Steer:
Was awarded to Sydney Shout. Sydney will receive $500 for this award.
The Highest Placing Champion County Bred Steer:
1st place was shown by Hannah Wages. Hannah will receive $1,000 from Farmers State Bank. 2nd place was shown by Brecken Kimbro. Brecken will receive $250 from Livestock Nutrition Center. 3rd place was shown by Keaton Hughes. Keaton will receive $150 from Shelby County Farm Bureau.
Highest Gaining Steer Award:
Went to Brecken Kimbro. Brecken will receive $150 presented by Livestock Nutrition Center
Breeding Heifer Results:
Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Heifers of Show:
Carter Greer (Shelby Co. 4-H) - Grand Champion
Nolan Seale (Shelbyville FFA) - Reserve Grand Champion
Division Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion American/American Cross Heifer
Nolan Seale (Shelbyville FFA) - Grand Champion Division
Waylon Seale (Shelbyville FFA) - Reserve Grand Champion Division
American/American Cross: Class 1
Ashley Wainright (Shelbyville FFA) – First
Macklyn Kirk (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
American/American Cross: Class 2
Macklyn Kirk (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Gage Kilpatrick (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
American/American Cross: Class 3
Nolan Seale (Shelbyville FFA) – First
Waylon Seale (Shelbyville FFA) – Second
American/American Cross: Class 4
Brecken Kimbro (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Brecken Kimbro (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
Division Grand Champion and Reserve Champion English and English Cross Heifers:
Sydney Shout (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Grand Champion Division
Hannah Wages (Center FFA) – Reserve Grand Champion Division
English and English Cross Heifer: Class 1
Sydney Shout (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
English and English Cross Heifer: Class 2
Hannah Wages (Center) – First
Division Grand Champion and Reserve Champion Exotic and Exotic Cross Heifers:
Carter Greer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Division Grand Champion
Camille Greer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Reserve Grand Champion
Exotic and Exotic Cross Heifers: Class 1
Camille Greer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Exotic and Exotic Cross Heifers: Class 2
Carter Greer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Exotic and Exotic Cross Heifers: Class 3
Camille Greer (Shelby Co. 4-H) – First
Hannah Wages (Center FFA) – Second
The Highest Placing Champion County Bred Heifer:
Was shown by Hannah Wages. Hannah will receive $750 from Link Charolais & Dr. Derek Grant. The 2nd place County Bred Heifer was shown by Ashley Wainright. Ashley will receive $250 from Link Charolais & Dr. Derek Grant.
Bull Show Results:
Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion Bull of Show:
Hannah Wages (Center FFA) – Grand Champion
Brecken Kimbro (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Reserve Grand Champion
Breeding Bull: Class 1
Hannah Wages (Center FFA) – First
Brecken Kimbro (Shelby Co. 4-H) – Second
Grand Champion County Bred Bull:
Hannah Wages (Center FFA) – Grand Champion
Beef Showmanship Results:
In the Beef division, Camille Greer of Shelby Co. 4-H was presented with the Senior Beef Showmanship buckle by Joaquin FFA. Shelbyville FFA presented Waylon Seale of Shelbyville FFA with the Junior Beef Showmanship buckle.
We would also like to thank the following contributors:
LR Cattle Company, Hawkeye Hunting Club, Shelby Savings Bank, Farmers State Bank, Shelby County Farm Bureau, Borders Poultry Supply, Southern Fluid Solutions, CSR Rentals, Despino Tire, Deep East Texas Electric Coop, Shelby Veterinary Associates, Austin State Bank-Timpson, Boles Feed, K&L Contractors, J.B. Raymond, Underground Supply Solutions, General Shelters, LOC International, L&R Cattle, McAdam's Propane, Campbell Portable Buildings, Redgate Farm, M5 Cattle, Aethon Energy, ULTRA, Klein Cattle Company, Joe Bill and Connie Mettauer, RVOS Lodge 159, SNW Services, First Financial Bank, United Ag and Turf, Link Charolais, Sabine State Bank, Ward Animal Hospital, Ace Hardware of East Texas, East Texas Poultry Supply, Ryan Bagley, Mathews Realty, Cockrell Farms, Livestock Nutrition Center, Mettauer Law Firm, R&D Distributing, Elite Hair Design, Center Livestock Auction, Ihlo Sales, Citizens Bank, Steel Building Supply, State Farm-Chris Mayfield, Jack's Saw Shop, Bounds Insurance, Action Credit, County Judge Allison Harbison, Lucas Veterinary Services, Sand Hill Wrecker, Bank of Montgomery, Dairy Queen, Hardy's Machine Shop, Center Tire Co., Haslam Tire, East West Outfitters, Austin Bank, Nix Forest Industries, Winzaried Cattle, SNW Services, East Texas Livestock, K.L. Barton and Son's Tie Company, Cobb-Vantress, 5M Gas LLC, High Roller, Borders Poultry Supply, HAFCO Services Inc., Raymond Motor Company, M&M Sales and Services, Ross Lumber, Debby and Tim Amos, Bink's Quick Stop - Timpson, Joaquin, Carthage and Tenaha, Factory Direct Portable Buildings, McDonald and Son's, Hudman Floral & Gifts, Bulldog Tire, Hudson Auto Parts, K.L. Barton and Son's Ranch B, Bagley Well Service, Stephenson Fencing, Chaylon and Katie Mackey, SHS Welding Construction, Thomas Tire, ETA Repair, Rockin C Trailers, BCW Property Management, HUSH Aesthetics, Brock Rocks, Square Running M Cattle, 4 Land Management, Dr. Windham, Robert an Candice Pearson, Kay's Hardware, Shook's Auto, Center Tire Co., Haslam Tire, Bar H, and Sheridan Production.
We would like to extend a special thank you to Mr. Randy Lowery of Center Livestock Auction for allowing us to use the sale barn for the Commercial Heifer Show and Auction.
A huge thank you to Nutt 5 Catering for providing a fantastic meal for the livestock auction. A very special thank you also goes to Chad Alford for the wonderful desserts. You both did a phenomenal job!
The following individuals and businesses have also graciously donated time, effort, and materials to the success of our Livestock Show and Sale. We would like to take this time to personally thank them for their continued support of the youth of Shelby County: Terry Allen, Boo Klein, Robert Griffin, Steve Waters, Ed Johnson, J.J. Ford, Scott Flowers, B.J. Muschalek, and Shelby County Farm Bureau Board of Directors.
Congratulations to all of our exhibitors and thank you to all those who donate and volunteer to make this program a huge success!
