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showmanship: in & out of the showring
showmanship tips from itla youth
2025 THE ITLA CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW & CONVENTION
OCTOBER 7TH-12TH,2025 IN GLEN ROSE, TEXAS
HOME OF OUR HEADQUARTERS
A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT
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THE
ITLA:
IT’S WHAT YOU MAKE OF IT
This past month I had the chance to be the Youth Judge for the ORVTLA Affiliate’s annual Show in Ohio. I’m from Texas, and if you didn’t know, our state’s motto is “Friendship;” so I know a thing or two about being friendly But I’ll tell you: I’m not sure that I’ve been around a nicer group of people than all of those who attended the ORVTLA Show. Frankly, it was a little like stepping into another era, where drama was absent, youth were courteous, parents were equally courteous, and everyone just had fun enjoying Texas Longhorns amidst friendly competition. I’m sure not everyone agreed with my judging, but I didn’t hear a single complaint. It was truly a blessing to be there; and it made me realize: the ITLA is what we make of it. The members of that Affiliate chose to be nice. They chose to get along. And their choices made for a wonderful environment and an experience I won’t forget.
Likewise, your International Board and our various committee members are working tirelessly to give you an International Championship Show experience in Glen Rose (just 2 months from now!) that is worthy of our 35th Anniversary. Oh, the tools are in place for this to be an EPIC Show and Convention! But whether it ends up being a success, or not, largely depends on you. We need you to participate by bringing cattle. We need you to volunteer to help. We need you to help us secure sponsors. And we need you to come to the Show with an attitude of friendly competition, and leave the drama to our competitors.
Have you wished that the ITLA offered you more? Well, through countless hours of hard work and planning, we are. So, now I personally ask that YOU help us make this Show & Convention a success. It will be as good as we make of it…together.
May God bless you, your Gang, and your cattle as you accept the challenge to help make this the best Championship Show & Convention in recent memory.
The Cattleman's Creed
The sun climbs high, the dew is fresh Another day for the cattle's flesh.
Not just any cattle, these are show-bound, Bred for grace, with a champion's sound.
A gentle hand, a watchful eye, We groom and coax, as days go by.
No room for haste, no time for slip, A perfect form, a winning grip.
The lead rope tight, a steady hand, We walk the ring, across the land.
A measured pace, a poised display, For all to see, and judges may, Rate the best, the finest breed, Fulfilling every showman's creed.
The crowd may cheer, the ribbons fly, But in the heart, a quiet sigh. For this is more than just a show, A bond we share, a love to grow.
The cattleman's creed, a way of life, Where hard work, pays off, not strife.
In Memory of Michael Shayne Pemberton
It is with great sadness that the ITLA announces the passing of our dedicated ITLA Member and friend Michael Shayne Pemberton of Kemp, Texas. Shayne very unexpectedly passed away on Saturday July 26 th . He is survived by his 6 children, and by his fiancé Dayana—whom he was to marry later this year. Shayne loved working with and talking about Texas Longhorns with an excitement that was contagious. He participated in many Affiliate and ITLA events, was generous in donating his fine woodwork swings to our live auction at the Championship Shows, and was a reliable and generous supporter of our youth. He will be sorely missed by the Texas Longhorn community. Please keep Shayne’s family, especially Dayana and his children, in your thoughts and prayers.
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Showmanship: Showmanship: Showmanship:IN & OUT OF THE RING
By: Sarah Frank
From livestock shows to rodeo nights, county fairs to large competitions; these events highlight the Texas Longhorn’s historical significance and appeal to those individuals that are interested in cattle breeding, ranching and Texas heritage Showing a Texas Longhorn gives the owner a chance to showcase the unique characteristics of this breed: from their impressive horns to their unique patterns and coloration. Showing these cattle allows us, as the owners and as the showmen, to showcase this uniqueness and also keep alive the Old West and the romance of it all that lingers in the back of each of our minds.
These shows are not just an opportunity to show off your animals and have fun. These animals still play a large role in the beef industry and ranching traditions The Texas Longhorn is of great economic and cultural importance. As one of, if not the biggest, symbol of Texas heritage these animals bring communities together when they are brought to any event. Events where the Texas Longhorns are on the roster bring in ranchers, breeders and just everyday folks who, even though they may not own any of their own, are just as enthusiastic about this breed as we are.
So, you have your eye on a Texas Longhorn and you think that this one is the one, but will the judges think so? There are breed standards that you can go by to determine what to look for in a potential animal that you want to show. Texas Longhorns are evaluated on desirable traits such as length, thickness, depth, strong legs and free movement. Each of these traits are looked at very closely and every part of the animal that you are showing is critiqued.
Let’s start with the horns. A key characteristic is the shape of the horns in general. It is desirable for the cows to have wide, outward twisted horns that measure upwards of seventy inches at maturity For the bulls, the most desired have lateral horns with a slight upward sweep and base circumference of at least twelve inches.
While we are at the front of the animal, let’s look at the breed standards for the head itself. You want to see the appropriate masculinity or femininity for the sex of the animal. In layman’s terms, you want a bull to look like a bull and a cow to look like a cow. The face should have moderate width, a straight profile from poll to muzzle with pigmentation around the eyes. The muzzle should be wide, symmetrical and pigmented, ideally mealy mouthed. Correctly aligned teeth are also a desired trait.
Legs and feet are another important characteristic that judges will assess. They will look for squarely set, sound feet, legs, hocks and joints with abundant bone and hard hooves
A cow with a mild and tractable disposition is also favored. Keep in mind, while the horns are the hallmark, judges also consider other traits when critiquing your Longhorn. Color, body size and the overall health of your animal is also crucial to your final score.
So, while this breed is known for its long horns and distinctive range of coat colors, the judges look much deeper into the qualities that make your animal a show winner They also look at you, the showman, which brings us to our next topic: showmanship. When choosing a Longhorn to show, it is best to start early. The younger the Longhorn is when you begin training the easier it is for both you and your animal. Focus on halter training and leading.
The more you work with them and earn their trust, the calmer their disposition will be once they are in the show ring. Halter-break your Longhorn in an enclosed space. Calves that are shown “at foot” are much easier to train as adults than untouched ones. Your Longhorn should be used to being touched and approached by strangers before you take them into the show ring.
Practice with a show stick. You want your Longhorn to be comfortable with a show stick as it is a valuable tool for you to have in the ring with you. A show stick is used to help position your Longhorn and give the best presentation to the judges. When you press your show stick gently against the coronet band, your Longhorn should pick up their foot and move it backwards. By using the hook of the stick behind the heel, your Longhorn will move their foot forward. In the end, standing square is your presentation goal Aligning the front feet beneath the shoulders and slightly staggering the back feet allows for a balanced look in side by side or profile positions.
Also, focus on your topline. Judges prioritize a strong, straight topline and you can enhance this by using proper show stick techniques. Know your animal and be aware of their temperament. Adjust your training regimen as necessary to accommodate the mood of your animal. Practice showing and train your Longhorn to walk the walk that will show itself off, as the judges will also be assessing the movement and conformation of your Longhorn.
Grooming before a show is a must, and with Longhorns it is a much simpler process when compared to the grooming of other bovines. Wash and brush your Longhorn and consider using a blower to fluff the topline hair. Some showmen trim the hair around the base of the horns, but just a tad. Make sure that your halter is clean and polished.
As for you, the showman, you too should always look your best. You want to look professional and tidy when you enter that show ring. A clean, nice shirt and dark jeans are great choices. A clean cowboy hat is not an official requirement, but they look nice and definitely complete the look.
Showing is an enjoyable pastime for all ages. Courtesy goes a long way in the show ring and you should always be courteous and demonstrate good sportsmanship to fellow exhibitors. Enjoying showing your animal in the company of like-minded folks that enjoy it as much as you do provides another opportunity to satisfy the judges. If you can, attend a showmanship clinic, they give you the opportunity to practice, often in front of an actual judge, who will give you tips and pointers before you are in the real show ring. It is time to head to a real show...now what? First, PLAN IN ADVANCE! Entries for larger shows can close months in advance and you don’t want to miss the deadline. Most shows have websites, or at least a Facebook page, that will give you all of the information that you should need for any particular show. Pay close attention to arrival and departure times. When registering, keep in mind that to show in a Youth Show, you must be a current member of the ITLA or TLBAA and age limits may apply. Cattle cannot be shown in both haltered and nonhaltered classes within the same age group at a single show. Bulls that are over twelve months of age are required to have a permanent nose ring and nose lead. Females that are over thirty months of age must be shown with a calf at her side or have a veterinarian’s note confirming pregnancy.
In the days leading up to the show, maintain a consistent feeding routine. When it comes to feeding show cattle, it is a vexed subject...you want “fit, not fat”. During summer months a good plan is to turn them out to graze all day and then shut them in at night. During extreme hot weather, you may want to reverse this and keep them in during the day turning them out at night. This also helps keep them used to be handled. Feeding them dry food and hay and keeping them in has been shown to “tighten them up” before a show. Just keep in mind that we want healthy cattle in the show ring.
In conclusion, the amount of time and effort that you put in is what you will reap in return. As we all know, or should know, this isn’t just true when it comes to showing cattle, it can be applied to anything that you chose to do in life. The buckles and blue ribbons are great, not to mention the bragging rights that come with winning. Just stay humble and don’t let the success go to your head. We are all in this together due to our love of this beautifully unique breed and at the end of the day we should be learning more from them then they are learning for us. In conclusion, remember to respect your fellow showmen, the judges and most importantly your Texas Longhorn.
CATTLE SHOWMAN POEM
For the Cattle Showman
With halter in hand, and a hopeful heart, A showman stands, ready to play their part. Months of hard work, of feeding and care, Brought this moment, beyond compare. The beast by their side, with a gentle grace, Reflects the bond in this special place.
Brushed and groomed, with a shining hide, A partnership strong, with nothing to hide. Into the ring, with practiced stride, The showman guides, with gentle pride. Each step precise, each pose so keen, A silent language, a beautiful scene.
The judge observes, with a discerning eye, But beyond the ribbon, there's more that lies. The dedication, the lessons learned, A spirit forged, a passion earned.
For banners may fade, and buckles may tarnish, But the love for the animal, a legacy cherished. The kind words spoken, the patience shown, In this special arena, the true showman is known. So remember the moments, big and small, The challenges faced, and standing tall.
For in the heart of a cattle showman, you'll find, A love for the land, and a resilient mind.
-ITLA PAST PRESIDE
JUNIOR BULLS
CLASS 4 JUNIOR BULLS BORN MAY - AUGUST 2024
1 PLACE: STEADFAST OWNED BY: BURRIS CATTLE ST
CHAMPION JUNIOR BULL: STEADFAST
SENIOR BULLS
CLASS 5 SENIOR BULLS BORN JANUARY - APRIL 2024
1 PLACE: STOIC OWNED BY: LORELEI BURRIS ST
2 PLACE: B.R. BUCKEYE OWNED BY: BRIMSTONE RIDGE FARM ND
CLASS 7 SENIOR BULLS BORN JANIARY - JUNE 2023
1 PLACE: FOCUSED ON THE SON OWNED BY: ADAM & ANNA SMITH ST
2 PLACE: JAG OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ND
CHAMPION SENIOR BULL: FOCUSED ON THE SON
RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR BULL: STOIC
GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE BULL: FOCUSED ON THE SON
RESERVE CHAMPION ALL AGE BULL: STOIC
STEERS
JUNIOR STEERS
CLASS 10 JUNIOR STEERS BORN JULY - DECEMBER 2024
1 PLACE: EARL OWNED BY:BURRIS CATTLE ST
CLASS 11 : JUNIOR STEERS BORN JANUARY - JUNE 2024
1 PLACE: CTA TEMPEST OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ST
2 PLACE: CS HYDRO’S COOL RED HAND OWNED BY: CASSIDY & LIZZ HUNTZBERRY ND
3 PLACE: SOUTHERN HALLELUJAH OWNED BY: JENNIFER SNYDER RD
4 PLACE: CS CATCHIN’ JUSTICE OWNED BY: CASSIDY HUNTZBERRY TH
5 PLACE: ACE RANGO OWNED BY: BURRIS CATTLE TH
6 PLACE: CRR ITALIAN CHRISTMAS DONKEY OWNED BY: JOEL & REBECCA MINER TH
7 PLACE: FYF ORVILLE OWNED BY: PHIL YARBOROUGH TH
CLASS 12: JUNIOR STEERS BORN JANUARY - DECEMBER 2023
1 PLACE: FTR COUNTERFEIT MONEY OWNED BY: CHEYENNE ROTHENHOEFER ST
CLASS 13: JUNIOR STEERS BORN JANUARY - DECEMBER 2022
1 PLACE: CS KANSAS KIDD OWNED BY: CHEYENNE ROTHENHOEFER ST
2 PLACE: VVF DARK KNIGHT OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ND
3 PLACE: FR TREVOR OWNED BY: FRANK & LAURA ROLLAND RD
SENIOR STEERS
CLASS 14 2021 AND 2020
1 PLACE: CAPTAIN APPA OWNED BY: DUCK CREEK CATTLE ST
CLASS 15 2019 TO MATURE
1 PLACE: VVF MCLINTOCK OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ST
2 PLACE: NEL-TAM CROSSBOW OWNED BY: JADE WIGGINS ND
3 PLACE: CRR HAPPY PIRATE JAKE OWNED BY: ALLISON MINER RD
CHAMPION SENIOR STEER: CAPTAIN APPA
REVERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR STEER: VVF MCLINTOCK
GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE STEER: CAPTAIN APPA
REVERVE GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE STEER: VVF MCLINTOCK
HEIFERS
JUNIOR HEIFERS
CLASS 17 JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2025
1 PLACE: KHALEESI OWNED BY:BRIMSTONE RIDGE FARM ST
CLASS 21 : JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN MAY - JUNE 2024
1 PLACE: JESS DROP IT OWNED BY:DELA LENZ ST
2 PLACE: THE FLOWER SHOP OWNED BY: JENNIFER SNYDER ND
3 PLACE: FTR DINERO DE LAS VAQUERAS OWNED BY: CHEYENNE ROTHENHOEFER RD
4 PLACE: CRR TREASURED QUINN OWNED BY: JOEL & REBECCA MINER TH
CLASS 22: JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN MARCH - APRIL 2024
1 PLACE: RADIANT CUT OWNED BY: JOEL DICKINSON ST
2 PLACE: CR DAFFODILL WILLOW OWNED BY: GREGORY MILLER ND
3 PLACE: FAIR TRADE PEARL OWNED BY: LONGHORN VALLY RANCH RD
4 PLACE: GLITTER AND GOLD OWNED BY: JENNIFER SNYDER TH
CLASS 23: JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2024
1 PLACE: CRR WHISKY WILLOW OWNED BY: JOEL & REBECCA MINER ST
2 PLACE: CRR CARAMEL MACCHIATO OWNED BY: JOEL & REBECCA MINER ND
SENIOR HEIFERS
CLASS 24 SEPTEMBER - DECEMBER 2023
1 PLACE: B.R. JOURNEY OWNED BY: BRIMSTONE RIDGE FARM ST
CLASS 25 MAY - AUGUST 2023
1 PLACE: GINGER TIME OWNED BY: LONGHORN VALLEY RANCH ST
2 PLACE: ESTHER OWNED BY: LONGHORN VALLEY RANCH ND
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER: GINGER TIME REVERVE CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER: ESTHER
COWS COWS
CLASS 27 COWS BORN 2022
1 PLACE: DUCH MAC OWNED BY:DELA LENZ ST
CLASS 28 COWS BORN MAY - 2021-2020
1 PLACE: 50 SMILES OWNED BY:JOEL DICKINSON ST
CLASS 29 COWS BORN MARCH -2018 AND 2019
1 PLACE: ROSANNA OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ST
CLASS 30 COWS BORN 2017 AND MATURE
1 PLACE: OL MI PIEDRA DE MAYO OWNED BY: FRANK & LAURA RIDER ST
CHAMPION COW: DUCH MAC
REVERVE CHAMPION COW: 50 SMILES
GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE FEMALE: DUCH MAC
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE FEMALE: RADIANT CUT
CLASS 31 PRODUCE OF DAM
1 PLACE: VVF FANCY LADY OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ST
2 PLACE: CCD OWNED BY: LONGHORN VALLEY RANCH ND
CLASS 32 GET OF SIRE
1 PLACE: HALFWAY OWNED BY: LONGHORN V ST
NON HALTERED JUNIOR STEERS
CLASS 11 JUNIOR STEERS BORN JANUARY - JUNE 2024
1 PLACE: CS CATCHIN’ JUSTICE OWNED BY: CASSIDY HUNTZBERRY ST
2 PLACE: CS HYDRO’S COOL RED HAND OWNED BY: CASSIDY HUTZBERRY ND
3 PLACE: ACE RANGO OWNED BY: BURRIS CATTLE RD
4 PLACE: FYF ORVILLE OWNED BY: PHIL YARBOROUGH TH
CLASS 12 JUNIOR STEERS BORN JANUARY - DECEMBER 2023
1 PLACE: TL INDIAN OUTLAW OWNED BY: COLTON POUCH ST
2 PLACE: LJ ROY BOY OWNED BY: LUKE MERRICK ND
CLASS 13 JUNIOR STEERS BORN JANUARY - DECEMBER 2022
1 PLACE: FR TREVOR OWNED BY: FRANK & LAURA ROLLAND ST
SENIOR STEERS
CLASS 14 SENIOR STEERS BORN 2021 AND 2020
1 PLACE: CAPTAIN APPA OWNED BY: DUCK CREEK CATTLE ST
CLASS 15 SENIOR STEERS BORN 2019 TO MATURE
1 PLACE: DUSTY OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ST
2 PLACE: TUFF ENOUGH OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS ND
3 PLACE: VVF YELLOWSTONE OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS RD
4 PLACE: VVF JUSTIFIED OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS TH
5 PLACE: NEL-TAM CROSSBOW OWNED BY: JADE WIGGINS TH
6 PLACE: V BAR DEADWOOD OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS TH
7 PLACE: NEL-TAM SLINGSHOT OWNED BY: REAGAN HANSHAW TH
8 PLACE: BRR CAPTAIN JUMA OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS TH
9 PLACE: VVF WALK THE LINE OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS TH
10 PLACE: VVF MCLINTOCK OWNED BY: VALLEY VIEW FARMS TH
CHAMPION SENIOR STEER: DUSTY
RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR STEER: TUFF ENOUGH
GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE STEER: DUSTY
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE STEER: TUFF ENOUGH
HEIFERS
JUNIOR HEIFERS
CLASS 19 JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2024
1 PLACE: 5D BENELLI OWNED BY: JOHN & NATALIE CHANEY ST
CLASS 21 JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN MAY - JUNE 2024
1 PLACE: JESS DROP IT OWNED BY: DELA LENZ ST
2 PLACE: CR BOONIE PEARL OWNED BY: GREGORY MILLER ND
3 PLACE: CR TOPPER SODONA OWNED BY: GREGORY MILLER RD
4 PLACE: NV TWENTY STARZ OWNED BY: EMANUEL JR TH
5 PLACE: LJ MISS MERCEDES OWNED BY: LUKE MERRICK TH
6 PLACE: MCC DROPLESS OWNED BY: PAUL MILLER TH
CLASS 22 JUNIOR HEIFERS BORN MARCH - APRIL 2024
1 PLACE: RADIANT CUT OWNED BY: JOEL DICKINSON ST
2 PLACE: NV DROP’N STARZ OWNED BY: EMANUEL JR ND
3 PLACE: DB MOTION’S BELLA OWNED BY: DIAMOND B LONGHORNS RD
4 PLACE: LEVINS TIME OWNED BY: JOEL DICKINSON TH
5 PLACE: RISING STAR OWNED: MICHAEL BLANKENSHIP TH
6 PLACE: DR DAFFODIL WILLOW OWNED BY: GREGORY MILLER TH
7 PLACE: RJW MAXINE OWNED BY: RAYMOND & SARA WEAVER TH
CLASS 23 BORN JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2024
1 PLACE: NV IRON SMILES OWNED BY: STANTON MILLER ST
CHAMPION JUNIOR HEIFER: RADIANT CUT RESERVE CHAMPION JUNIOR HEIFER: JESS DROP IT
SENIOR HEIFERS
CLASS 24 SENIOR HEIFERS BORN SEPTEMBER TO DECEMBER 2023
1 PLACE: DELTA DAWN OWNED BY: DUCK CREEK CATTLE ST
CLASS 25 BORN MAY - AUGUST 2023
1 PLACE: WHR KIT KAT OWNED BY: DOCY BODLEY ST
CLASS 26 BORN JANUARY TO APRIL 2023
1 PLACE: ROCK OF AGES OWNED BY: DICKINSON CATTLE COMPANY ST
2 PLACE: NV NIGHTS ON FIRE OWNED BY: EMANUEL JR ND
3 PLACE: LJ MISS VIRGINIA OWNED BY: LUKE MERRICK RD
4 PLACE: LEVITATOR OWNED BY: RICHARDSON FAMILY TRUST TH
5 PLACE: MCC TIGER LILLY OWNED BY: PAUL MILLER TH
6 PLACE: JILLY OWNED BY: DUCK CREEK CATTLE TH
CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER: ROCK OF AGES
RESERVE CHAMPION SENIOR HEIFER: WHR KIT KAT
COWS
CLASS 27 BORN 2022
1 PLACE: FIFTY GRANDE BCC OWNED BY: JOHN & NATALIE CHANEY ST
2 PLACE: DUCH MAC OWNED BY: DELA LENZ ND
3 PLACE: CUT ‘N SILVER TT OWNED BY: JUSTIN WARREN RD
CLASS 28 BORN 2021-2020
1 PLACE: FIDDLE POINT OWNED BY: DICKINSON CATTLE COMPANY ST
2 PLACE: BESPOKE TOOL OWNED BY: RICHARDSON FAMILY TRUST ND
CLASS 29 BORN 2017, 2018 AND 2019
1 PLACE: 50 TUILPS OWNED BY: JOEL DICKINSON ST
CHAMPION COW: FIDDLE POINT
RESERVE CHAMPION COW: 50 TULIPS
GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE FEMALE: FIDDLE POINT
RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION ALL AGE FEMALE: ROCK OF AGES
ITLA Committees-
The International Board of Directors has established the following Committees which are designed, in part, to help the ITLA run more efficiently, to remain competitive in the industry, and to provide our members with desired activities and volunteer opportunities. If you are interested in serving on any of these Committees, please contact the listed Chairpersons. We need your ideas and energies!
MARKETING/MEMBERSHIP/EVENTS COMMITTEE
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COMPUTER COMMITTEE
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Brad Westmoreleand
Micha Hamersky
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Joel Dickinson - (740) 359-0663
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AFFILIATES COMMITTEE
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Shadow Seaman - (208) 420-2484
BEEF COMMITTEE
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Craig Kroeker - (620) 285-5536
BY-LAWS REVIEW COMMITTEE
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Brad Westmoreland - (214) 287-2303
YOUTH COMMITTEE
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Anne Westmoreland - (214) 287-2303
SHOW RULES COMMITTEE
Co-Chair: John Oliver - ( 972) 268-0083
Co-Chair: Larry Smith - (254) 396-9185
INTERNATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWS COMMITTEE
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Pam Kinsel Hughes - (254) 485-4269
Brad Westmoreland - (214) 287-2303
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 2025
AUGUST 16
Montgomery County Fair
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SEPTEMBER 13
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AUGUST 30
2025 CTTLA Fall Shootout Show Wise County Fairgrounds Decatur TX
Haltered and Youth, standards and minis.
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SEPTEMBER 19 FREDERICK FAIR
SEPTEMEBER 7 MARYLAND STATE FAIR
OCTOBER 7-12
2025 international Championship Show & Convention THE EXPO AT GLEN ROSE 202 BO GIBBS BLVD. US 67
GLEN ROSE, TEXAS 76043, USA
SEPTEMBER 27
58th Annual Dickinson Cattle Customer Appreciation Day Dickinson Cattle Co 35000 Muskrat Rd, Barnesville, OH 43713, USA
ITLA Beef Committee Sign Up Form
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1.) Is your ranch-raised beef 50 or 100% Longhorn Beef?
2.) If your beef processed through a USDA inspected processor & labeled with USDA inspected labels?
*Any other information that beef consumers need can be obtained by the customer by contacting the beef producer. The ITLA is simply an avenue for beef consumers to help locate Longhorn Beef Producers in their area and for Longhorn Beef Producers to help find new customers.
UPDATE FROM HEADQUARTE
We hope that this article finds you all doing well and having had a wonderful start to your August!
Here in Glen Rose, we are sizzling like some steaks with this Texas heat! Your ITLA office is gearing up for the 2025 International Championship show…we’ve got some of the greatest minds and talents working together to make this show truly one for the history books. From shiny awards to events galore, you NEED to come to this year’s show. Need another reason? It’s the 35th anniversary of the ITLA. It doesn’t get better than that!
So, fill out those entry forms and get them to us so we can get your spots secured now! As always, if you have any questions at all, your ITLA staff is here to assist you with all of your Longhorn needs. Simply email us or give us a call!
See you at the International Championship Show!
Best, ITLA Staff
Evie Westmoreland
Howdy ITLA!
Happy August! I hope that you are enjoying your summer so far! This past month I had the opportunity to attend the Ohio River Valley Texas Longhorn Association’s annual show. I absolutely loved my time at this show! Everyone in attendance was so kind and all of the cattle were beautiful! Thank you to the ORVTLA president, Mr. Doug Burris and his wife, Sara Burris, and everyone else who participated in putting on a really fantastic show!
As your 2025 ITLA Queen, when I attend a show, I am typically in the arena presenting awards to the winners. I have loved getting to do this. One of the many reasons why I love this is because being in the arena means the opportunity to witness ever single showman and animal enter the arena right in front of me. This has allowed me to realize and appreciate just how talented and truly amazing our showmen are at the ITLA. So many of them project such grace, care, enjoyment, confidence, and sincere love for showing and handling Texas Longhorn cattle. It is such a pleasure to see that.
My encouragement for y’all is to always keep shining, always keep showing, and never stop sharing your love for Longhorns.
May God bless you and your herds.
Evie Westmoreland
Titus 2:7
2025 ITLA Queen
JUST A NOTE...
I recently had the privilege of tagging along to a Youth Showmanship Clinic and I was blown away! As I am not and was never a showman, I had no idea what to expect and it was eye opening. I was impressed by the control and dedication that those kids had at such a young age...and if I am being honest, a little jealous that they are lucky enough to get to do it and LOVE IT!
If that clinic was not impressive enough, in July I was able to attend an official show as it was practically in my back yard. It was nothing like I expected and my only regret is that I wasn’t able to spend both days there! You may or may not know this, but I do not own Longhorns...fascinated by them, absolutely! My whole life I have been drawn to all things Western/Cowboy, so this opportunity is one that I will not ever take for granted. I have not met all of you (yet) but I hope to soon! I do have to say that those of you that I have met are amazing people and SO NICE!!! I was welcomed in and it was amazing to sit with the cool kids at the show! I don’t want to replicate the things that Brad mentioned in his letter this month, but this really is the nicest group of people that I have ever had the pleasure of getting to know.
To those of you that I did get it meet, the pleasure was all mine & I hope to see you all again hopefully soon! Brad, it was great to meet the person I drive crazy with emails and big ideas month after month! (Glad I didn’t scare Evie with my out of nowhere introduction!)
Sara B the show was amazing & I am so glad that I know you & consider you a friend! Your help has been priceless! Last but not least, to the crazy pal of mine that roped me into this...
THANK YOU! You were sure this was the gig for me even before I was!
I hope you all enjoy this issue & all issues of The Drover. If you have ideas or suggestions, please send them my way! I look forward to getting great issues to you until the run me off!
KenzieMetcalf-Mcgee
2025 ITLA Princess
The longer you do something, the more likely it is that you'll have some fun moments regarding it You will also learn a thing or two about a thing or two I have been showing Longhorns for the last three years and I like to think that I've learned a lot and gained plenty of experience from showing.
Some of the most important things I have learned about showing have come from not only showing myself, but seeing others show as well. Many Longhorns take some traits from their trainers and showmen. Stubborn showmen often make stubborn cattle and gentle showmen can often make lazy cattle It is important to balance these traits while breaking and training a Longhorn so you don't end up with a dangerous Longhorn or a Longhorn you have to correct heavily. Showing is not like traditional sports. In most sports, you rely on the person to move something from place to place or work against an opposing force. Initially, this sounds akin to showing Longhorns. You move your Longhorn and compete against other showmen. This, however, would be a very direct and incorrect way of looking at it Showing is a partnership, a dance between showman and animal If you see your animal as a partner and not an obstacle, you will find better results.
Some tips from me: keep a smile, think about your posture, and if possible, ask your judge as specific of questions as you can before your show. Smiling will help you maintain an air of confidence and joy. A serious expression will make you seem thoughtful, unapproachable, and sometimes concerned. If you look confident, it will show your judge that you trust your own ability to show and your animal’s ability to behave and listen. The same goes for your posture. If you keep a high and straight posture and puff your chest you will look cleaner, sharper, and more confident. Lastly, asking your judge specific questions can help you better understand how specifically they want the showmen to present themselves. While most judges prefer a smile, some prefer a serious or straight face. Different judges may want cows, bulls, and steers placed differently than other judges It never hurts to ask questions and knowing which questions to ask can save you a lot of time and stress
Evelyn Miner
Summer time is for showing! We attended the Ohio River Valley Texas Longhorn Show in Jackson, OH in mid July. It was very fun and I got to see Evie Westmoreland and help with the futurity. A highlight of that show was the showcasing of a bunch of mature steers. Another highlight was adult showmanship, all the youth showmanship winners worked together to judge the adults There were so many adult showmen and women but to stand out from the crowd, my dad rode in on his show steer and even used his show stick from above to position his steer’s feet. Hilarious!
We also went to the York Fair in York, PA at the end of this month. This show only has an open show and no youth show so it was shows will be at fairs and so there will be lo unfamiliar with agriculture and have never longhorns with all kinds of people
The heavens declare the glory of Go Ps
2025 ITLA Little Miss
SHOWMANSHIP TIPS SHOWMANSHIP TIPS FROM ITLA YOUTH
Alissa Butler
Showing cattle is one of the most rewarding things I have experienced. While the competition may center on the quality of the animal and the exhibitor’s handling skills, the true success in the show ring goes far beyond ribbons and banners. It’s about sportsmanship. Sportsmanship is the combination of respect, fairness and integrity that exhibitors bring to every aspect of competition Yes, everyone is there to win that fancy buckle, yet, we sometimes forget about sportsmanship. That is something that once set our breeders apart. Just because you and another exhibitor are competitors, doesn’t mean that you can’t lend a helping hand in support. In the show ring, sportsmanship looks like spacing animals properly and allowing room to set up or reset. Another way you can look at sportsmanship is congratulating your competitors, even when you didn’t win. We all love the feeling when a rush of people tell you congratulations with high fives! At the end of the day, whether you are an experienced showman or just beginning the real winner is the one who shows sportsmanship to other exhibitors
Tucker Snyder
My favorite showmanship experience occurred this year! At the Ohio River Valley Texas Longhorn Association Show in July, I was awarded “Showman of Showmen” with Captain Appa. Tips
1 Eye contact
2 Work with your cow to have a good quick set up
3. Make sure your cow is clean
Anabelle Minchew
Growing up in the showing world, I was taught first and foremost how to be a good showman. I've appreciated the growth that comes along with showmanship, it is not set in stone but every changing as our judges change and we usher in the new age of judges and showmen! My favorite showmanship tip I have is to always keep your eyes on the judge, it seems small, but when you get in the ring it shows the judge that you have control over the animal. This not only helps you look like you're comfortable, but helps show the judge the amount of work you've put into your animal!
-ITLA Executive Board OATH-
Finding a meat processor willing to handle big horned cattle is always a chore, so we decided to help! We reached out to some longhorn breeders to see which processors they were using and happy with. Below is the list that we have complied so far, hopefully this helps!
Timberline Meats
Penn Yann, NY.
Ray’s Meat Market
Woodward, OK.
Smucker’s Meats
Mount Joy, PA.
USDA
Kemps Custom Butchering
Middlefield, OH.
USDA
5th. Avenue
Sterling, OK.
USDA
Southern Meat Processing
Headland, AL.
USDA
Westcliffe Meats
Westcliffe, CO.
USDA
Rail 19
Sulphur Springs, TX.
Durand Smokehouse
Western, WI.
USDA
Homestead Meats
Guthrie, OK.
Smithville Meats
Smithville, TX.
USDA
3D Meats
Dalton, OH.
USDA
Bear Mt. Beef
Hot Springs, WY.
Fischers Meat Market
Meunster, TX.
Western Heritage Meats
Sheridan, WY.
Volunteer Meats Lexington, TN.
USDA
Butchery Shoppe WI.
USDA
Summit Meats
Science Hill, KY.
Keeters Meat Co.
Tulia, TX.
USDA
Mitchell’s Meat Processing
Walnut Grove, NC.
Whites Wholesale Meats
Ronan, MT.
Clay Co. Meat Processing
Henretta, TX.
Carters
Thacher, AZ.
Local Cuts
Zephyr, TX.
USDA
307 Meats
Laramie, WY
Country Market
Jerome, MI.
Duhon Processing
Leesville, LA.
Powell Meat Co. Clinton, MO.
Olpe Locker
Olpe, KS.
Huse’s Malone, TX. U SDA
Edes Meats
Amarillo, TX.
USDA
McLean Beef York, NE
Voiron’s Abattoir Greensburg, LA.
Special D Macon, MO.
Yoder Meats Yoder, KS.
USDA
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ITLA SHOW RULEBOOK
INTERNATIONAL TEXAS LONGHORN ASSOCIATION CHAMPIONSHIP SHOWS &
QUALIFYING REGIONAL AFFILIATE SHOWS
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ITLA RULE BOOK
Exhibitor attendance and participation is greatly appreciated throughout the show!! This Standardized Rule Book is the governing document to be used when producing the International Championship Show, the International Youth Show and any regional affiliate shows where ITLA Qualifying Points are to be awarded. Deviations from the rules set forth in this book may result in the show being classified as a Non-Qualifying Show (with no qualifying points or High Point Legacy points recorded) unless the show chairman receives specific permission from the ITLA Board of Directors prior to the show.
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