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2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony
Des Moines, Iowa

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Show Dates: 07/14/17

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Black Kettle Award

The North Carolina intermediate roast team won the Black Kettle Award in the All-American Certified Angus Beef® (CAB) Cook-Off at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Anne Patton Schubert, Anne Lampe, and Clayton Lampe, all presenting; Thomas Smith, Pleasant Garden; Justin Wood, Willow Spring; Cara Smith, Pleasant Garden; Mattie Harwood and Marcie Harwood, both of Richfield; Taylor Glover, Pikeville; and Melanie Kiani, Vicki St. Blanc, Garrett Lampe, holding Weston Lampe, and Gretchen Lampe, all presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Certified Angus Beef (cab) Llc/njaa Scholarship

Maddi Butler, Vincennes, Ind., received the Certified Angus Beef (CAB) LLC/NJAA Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus Foundation $1,000 Scholarships

These junior members received a $1,000 scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured front row from left are John Grimes, Angus Foundation chairman; Claire Hawthorne, Westby, Wis.; Morgan Woodbury, Quenemo, Kan.; Hannah Steph, Tatum, Texas; Sarah Harris, Buchanan, Va.; Brianna Erdmann, Leola, S.D.; Molly Cooksey, Roggen, Colo.; Paige Birk, Cape Girardeau, Mo.; Faith Massingill, Hamilton, Texas; Sara Lechlider, Gaithersburg, Md.; Linsey Rogers, Conway, Mo; Drew Williams, Milan, Ga.; and Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president. Back row from left are Karsyn Zenor, Attica, Ind.; Cara Smith, Pleasant Garden, N.C.; Sarah Innis, Milroy, Ind.; Tyler Steele, Anita, Iowa; Morgan Scilacci, Baker City, Ore.; Benjamin Marsh, Union, Ill.; Lexi Stevenson, accepting on behalf of Kaydee Free, Salado, Texas; Cassidy Becker, Diagonal, Iowa; Derek Wolf, Windhorst, Texas; and Baxter Knapp, Bloomfield, Iowa. Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $2.7 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus Foundation $3,000 Scholarships

These junior members received a $3000 Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are John Grimes, Angus Foundation chairman; Cale Hinrichsen; Westmoreland, Kan.; Carter Ward, Plattsburg, Mo.; Dalton Lemenager, Clifton, Ill.; Taylor Duckett, New Liberty, Iowa; Gabrielle Simpson, Tupelo, Miss.; Kallie Knott, Laotto, Ind.; LeAnn Harward, Richfield, N.C.; Reba Colin, Butler, Mo.; and Lydia Dance, Hillsboro, Ohio. Back row from left are Jake McCall, Greenville, Va.; Caroline Cowles, Rockfield, Ky.; Grady Dickerson, Paradise, Kan.; John Henderson, East Troy, Wis.; Paige Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis.; Allison Hawthorne, Westby, Wis.; Morgan Fruge, Jennings, La.; Ashley Cox, Eagle Point, Ore.; Cooper Sadowsky, Eagleville, Mo.; and Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president. Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $2.7 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus Foundation $5,000 Scholarships

Claudia Hissong, Greencastle, Pa., left, and Dawson DalPorto, Oakley, Calif., center, received a $5,000 scholarship in memory of Richard L. "Dick" Spader, former American Angus Association vice president at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is Jared Spader, right. Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $2.7 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Received the Woodlawn Farms Angus Scholarship

Jordan Barker, Monticello, Iowa, received the Woodlawn Farms Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Received the Gary Brost Lead Conference Award

These junior members received the Gary Brost LEAD Conference Award at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Dalton Lemenager, Clifton, Ill.; Keegan Cassady, Normal, Ill.; Sierra Day, Cerro Gordo, Ill.; Kallie Knott, Laotto, Ind.; and Anne Patton Schubert, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Graduate Angus Foundation Gen. Scholarship-$5,000

These junior members received the Angus Foundation Graduate Student Scholarships at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are John Grimes, Angus Foundation chairman; Michael Cropp, Damascus, Md.; Courtney Younge, Ventura, Iowa; Bailey Harsh, Savoy, Ill.; and Alex Rogen, Brandon, S.D. Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $2.7 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

NJAS League of Their Own Scholarship

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NJAS League of Their Own Scholarship

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Bojorquez Scholarship

Morgan Scilacci, Baker City, Ore., right, received the Jean Ann (Neumeyer) Bojorquez Memorial Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is John Grimes, Angus Foundation chairman, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Iowa Junior Angus Association Scholarship

Taylor Duckett, New Liberty, Iowa, left, received the Iowa Junior Angus Association State Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is Tim Mardesen, National Junior Angus Association director, right. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Keys Scholarship

Jake McCall, Greenville, Va., and Sara Lechlider, Gaithersburg, Md., received the Gordon and Robin Keys and Family Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Rucker Scholarship

Catie Hope, Berryville, Va., right, received the John Rucker Family Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is Monica Jordan, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Sims Scholarship

Katelyn Corsentino, Denham Springs, La., received the Ray Sims Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus/Talon Scholarship-$5,000

These junior members will continue to receive the Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program Undergraduate Scholarships at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Corbin Cowles, Rockfield, Ky.; Cody Boden, Clear Brook, Va.; Ryan Callahan, Edmond, Okla.; Macy Perry, Prather, Calif.; Maddi Butler, Vincennes, Ind.; Karisa Pfeiffer, Orlando, Okla.; Cheyenne Jones, Campbellsville, Ky.; Sierra Day, Cerro Gordo, Ill.; Keegan Cassady, Normal, Ill.; and Jera Pipkin, Republic, Mo. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus/Talon Scholarship-$10,000

Esther McCabe, Elk City, Kan., received the Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program Graduate Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Texas Challenge Scholarship

These junior members received the Texas Angus Association Scholarships at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Cindy Ahearn, Texas Angus Auxiliary, presenting; Faith Massingill, Hamilton, Texas; Hannah Steph, Tatum, Texas; and Lexi Stevenson accepting on behalf of Kaydee Free, Salado, Texas. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

DeEtta Wood Scholarship

LeAnn Harward, Richfield, N.C., received the DeEtta Wood Memorial Scholarship and Achievement/Leadership Awards Endowment Fund at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Elaine and Russell Wood, Ava Wood, Justin Wood, all presenting; LeAnn Harward, recipient; Jeff Wood, Riley Wood, Mary Wood, and Jeremy Feller, all presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Vance Uden Scholarship

Jera Pipkin, Republic, Mo., received the Vance Uden Memorial Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Drew Uden, presenting; Jera Pipkin, recipient; Connie Uden, presenting; and Tavin Uden, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Cory Watt Scholarship

Alexis Cash, York, Pa., received the Cory Watt Memorial Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Kevin Yon, presenting; Daniel Rohrbaugh, accepting on behalf of Alexis Cash; and Mark Duffel, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Western States Scholarship

Michaela Clowser, Milford, Neb., left, received the Western States National Junior Angus Show Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president, right. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Stan Prox LEAD Award

Jack Dameron, Towanda, Ill., left, received the Stan J. Prox Conference LEAD Award at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Linda Prox is pictured presenting the award, right. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

NJAA Alumni and Friends Scholarship

Michaela Clowser, Milford, Neb., received the NJAA Alumni and Friends Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Roscoe L. Richardson Memorial Scholarhip

Jayne Bannister, Kent, N.Y., received the Roscoe L. Richardson Memorial Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa.. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Outstanding Leadership Award

Keegan Cassady, Normal, Ill., received the outstanding leadership award at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Auxiliary's Female Scholarship Winners

These young ladies were named the American Angus Auxiliary's female scholarship winners and were announced as the Miss American Angus contestants at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Leslie Mindemann, American Angus Auxiliary president-elect, presenting; Lydia Dance, Hillsboro, Ohio; Kallie Knott, Laotto, Ind.; Claire Hawthorne, Westby, Wis.; Haley Greiman, Perry, Iowa; Caroline Cowles, Rockfield, Ky; and Julie Murnin, American Angus Auxilairy president, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Auxiliary's Male Scholarship Winners

These young men were named the American Angus Auxiliary's male scholarship winners at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Baxter Knapp, Bloomfield, Iowa; Jack Henderson, East Troy, Wis.; Ryan Callahan, Edmond, Okla.; Jake McCall, Greenville, Va.; and Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Gold Award Recipients

These young members in their final year of the National Junior Angus Association activities earned their Gold Awards at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured front row from left are Kendra Pryor, Pleasant Hill, Mo.; Laramie Chaffin, Roodhouse, Ill.; Leslie Craig, Harrodsburg, Ky.; Jordyn Wagner, Billings, Mont.; Katie Friederichs, Walcott, Iowa; Megan Green, Leavenworth, Kan.; Cheyenne Jones, Campbellsville, Ky.; Carter Ward, Plattsburg, Mo.; Claudia Hissong, Greencastle, Pa.; Abby Collison, Rockwell City, Iowa; Courtney Younge, Ventura, Iowa; and Katelyn Corsentino, Denham Springs, La. Back row from left are Lawson Rowlett, Hurricane Mills, Tenn.; Kale Kiesewetter, Letts, Iowa; Tim Mardesen, Oxford, Iowa; Savannah Schafer, Nehawka, Neb.; Sterling Reichenbach, Bath, Mich.; Macy Perry, Prather, Calif.; Catie Hope, Berryville, Va.; Cooper Sadowsky, Eagleville, Mo.; Allison Hawthorne, Westby, Wis.; Robert Nixon III, Rapidan, Va.; and David Rawlings, New Holland, Ill. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Crystal Award Winners

These junior members won the Crystal Awards at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. The awards are presented by the American Angus Auxiliary to the top boy and top girl in contest performance. Pictured from left are Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., top boy; Ella Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., top girl; and Kathi Creamer, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Graphic Design

These junior members placed in the junior division of graphic design at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Samuel Jordan, first, and Ella Jordan, second, both of Saint Joseph, Mo., and Sawyar James, Bruce, S.D., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

First Place in the Junior Division of Team Sales

Illinois junior members won first place in the junior division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Brooke Schiffbauer, Tonica; Reese Anderson, Chrisman; Reed Naughton, Atlanta; and Lauren Wolter, Aviston. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Second Place in the Junior Division of Team Sales

Indiana junior members won second place in the junior division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sophia Royer, Westpoint; Bryce Hofing, Coatesville; and Kayden Nowatzke, Michigan City. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Third Place in the Junior Division of Team Sales

Texas junior members won third place in the junior division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Bayler Smith, Kirbyville; Brenlen Humpert, Windthorst; Reese Pinkerton, Arp; and Kilye Winge, Cisco. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

First Place in the Intermediate Division of Team Sales

Nebraska junior members tied for first place in the intermediate division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Jace Stagemeyer, Page; Kyra Meyer, Blue Hill; Miranda Raithel, Falls City; and Reagan Skow, Palisade. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Third Place in the Intermediate Division of Team Sales

Missouri junior members won third place in the intermediate division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Jared Milligan, Ridgeway; Mardee Sadowsky, Eagleville; Lauren Parks, Brookfield; and Carson Hoth, Anderson. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

First Place in the Senior Division of Team Sales

Kansas junior members won first place in the senior division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. The senior team received the Bob Laflin Award in memory of the late Angus breeder who was passionate for junior programs. Pictured from left are Cody Sankey; Chris Sankey; Jeana Hurlbut; Josh Laflin, all presenting; Sarah Pelton and Grady Dickerson, both of Paradise; Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland; Dustin Hurlbut, holding Bayler Hurlbut, and Sharon Sankey, all presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Second Place in the Senior Division of Team Sales

Virginia junior breeders won second place in the senior division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Caleb Boden, Clear Brook; Jake McCall, Greenville; Helena St. Clair, Berryville; and Cody Boden, Clear Brook. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Third Place in the Senior Division of Team Sales

Indiana junior members won third place in the senior division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sarah Innis, Milroy; Serena Clock, Marion; and Elizabeth Beer, Milford. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Grote LEAD Award

These Kansas junior members received the Grote LEAD Conference Award at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Clay Pelton, Paradise; Alexandria Cozzitorto, Lawrence; Cale Hinrichsen and Eva Hinrichsen, both of Westmoreland; Kady Figge, Onaga; and Sarah Pelton, Paradise. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Patt Goggins Memorial Scholarship

Jordyn Wagner, Billings, Mont., center, received the Pat Goggins Memorial Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Babe Goggins, left; and Joe Goggins, right, are pictured presenting the award. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Joe Bill Meng Memorial Scholarship

Caroline Cowles, Rockfield, Ky., received the Joe Bill Meng Memorial Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Will Meng, Alissa (Meng) Padgett, Debbie Meng, all presenting; Caroline Cowles, recipient; Janie (Meng) Sawatsky and Skip Sawatsky, both presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Gary M Stoller Jump Start Your LEAD Award

Rachel Smith, Osceola, Neb., received the Gary M. Stoller Jump Start Your LEADership Award at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Brian, Tiffany and Mckinley Stoller, presenting; Rachel Smith, recipient; and Reagan Skow, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

C.L. Cook Angus Scholarship

Drew Williams, Milan, Ga., right, received the C.L. Cook Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Doug Williams is pictured presenting the award, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Oliver A. Hansen/Laudemere Scholarship

Katelyn Holmes, Benton, Iowa, right, received the Oliver A. Hansen/Laudmere Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is Ron Hansen, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

James and Mary Lou Henderson Scholarship

Ryan Callahan, Edmond, Okla., received the James and Mary Lou Henderson/Bradley 3 Angus Ranch Angus Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Hillman/Bon View Scholarship

Brianna Erdmann, Leola, S.D., received the Howard and JoAnne Hillman/Bon View Farms Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

J&S Ranch Scholarship

Gabrielle Simpson, Tupelo, Miss., received the Joseph and Susanne Bush/J & S Ranch Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

1st Place Intermediate Team Sales

Texas junior members tied for first place in the intermediate division of team sales at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Brayden DeBorde, Bardwell; Cutter Pohlman, Hereford; Dylan Denny, Lubbock; and Colter Pohlman, Hereford. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Graphic Design

These junior members placed in the intermediate division of graphic design at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Bree Gaffney, Barneveld, Wis., first; Kady Figge, Onaga, Kan., second; and Marcie Harward, Richfield, N.C., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Graphic Design

Faith Massingill, Hamilton, Texas, won first place in the senior division of graphic design at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the, American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Creative Writing

These junior members won top honors in the junior division of creative writing at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Ella Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., first; Lauren Wolter, Aviston, Ill., second; and Izabella Bear, Aurora, Ind., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Creative Writing

These junior members placed in the intermediate division of creative writing at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Hannah Tremaine, Oconomowoc, Wis, third; Nicholas Pohlman, Prairie Grove, Ark., second; and Marcie Harward, Richfield, N.C., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Creative Writing

These junior members won top honors in the senior division of creative writing at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Heidi Tremaine, Oconomowoc, Wis., first; and Derek Wolf, Windthorst, Texas, second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Prepared Public Speaking

These junior members won top honors in junior division of prepared public speaking A at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Samuel Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., first; and Claire Murnin, Huntley, Mont., second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Prepared Public Speaking

These junior members won top honors in the intermediate division of prepared public speaking A at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Eric Schafer, Owaneco, Ill, first; and Mardee Sadowsky, Eagleville, Mo., second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Prepared Public Speaking

These junior members won top honors in the senior division of prepared public speaking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Keegan Cassady, Normal, Ill., first; Sydni Lienemann, Princeton, Neb., second; and Sarah Harris, Buchanan, Va., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Photography--angus Cattle

These junior members won top honors in the junior division of photography--Angus cattle at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Courtney Keaton, Anderson, Mo., first; and Mary Wood, Willow Spring, N.C., second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Photography--landscape

These junior members won top honors in the junior division of photography--landscape at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Craig Becker, Atlantic, Iowa, third; and Kloee Hewgley, North Platte, Neb., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Photography--people

These junior members won top honors in the junior division of photography--people at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Samuel Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., first; Wyat James, Bruce, S.D., second; and Paighton Witt, Leslie, Mo., third. Samuel Jordan also claimed overall junior champion. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Division of Photography--around the Farm or Ranch

These junior members placed in the junior division of photography--around the farm or ranch at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Ella Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., first; Kasey Meyer, Blue Hill, Neb., second; and Julia Deppe, Waverly, Iowa, third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Photography--angus Cattle

These junior members won top honors in the intermediate division of photography--Angus cattle at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Kristen Massingill, Hamilton, Texas, third; Maddie Fugate, Mahomet, Ill., second; and Jenna Hamilton, Bueno Vista, Va., first. Jenna Hamilton also claimed overall intermediate champion, and overall photo champion. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Photography--landscape

These junior members placed in the intermediate division of photography--landscape at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Daniel Rohrbaugh, Seven Valleys, Pa., third; and Lauren Gilbert, Oldfield, Mo., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Photography--people

These junior members placed in the intermediate division of photography--people at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Maddie Fugate, Mahomet, Ill., third; Lauren Gilbert, Oldfield, Mo., second; and Alexandria Cozzitorto, Lawrence, Kan., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Photography--around the Farm or Ranch

These junior members won top honors in the intermediate division of photography--around the farm or ranch at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Hannah Tremaine, Oconomowoc, Wis., second; and Mardee Sadowsky, Eagleville, Mo., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Photography--angus Cattle

These junior members placed in the senior division of photography--Angus cattle at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Chelsey Figge, Onaga, Kan., first; Morgan Fruge, Jennings, La., second; and Molly Cooksey, Roggen, Colo., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Photography--landscape

These junior members placed in the senior division of photography--landscape at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Madison Wulfkuhle, Berryton, Kan., first; Sierra Day, Cerro Gordo, Ill., second; and Morgan Fruge, Jennings, La., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Photography--people

These junior members placed in the senior division of photography--people at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Chelsey Figge, Onaga, Kan., first; Faith Massingill, Hamilton, Texas, second; and Sierra Day, Cerro Gordo, Ill., third. Chelsey Figge also claimed overall senior champion. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Photography--around the Farm or Ranch

These junior members won top honors in the senior division of photography--around the farm or ranch at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Chelsey Figge, Onaga, Kan., second; Miles Stagemeyer, Page, Neb., first; and JasiAnna Borman, Holland, Minn., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Public Speaking B

These junior members won top honors in the junior division of public speaking B at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Tucker Stagemeyer, Page, Neb., first; Ella Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., second; and Lizzie Schafer, Owaneco, Ill., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Public Speaking B

These junior members won top honors in the intermediate division of public speaking B at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Lauren Mosher, Liscomb, Iowa, first; Maddie Fugate, Mahomet, Ill., second; and Morgan Woodbury, Quenemo, Kan., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Poster-Promotion

These junior Angus members placed in the poster contest--breed or association promotion at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Rachel Smith, Osceola, Neb., third; Samuel Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., second; and Elizabeth Rone, Courtland, Miss., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Poster-Recruitment

These junior members place in the poster contest-membership recruitment at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Paighton Witt, Leslie, Mo., third; Kacey Dethlefs, North Platte, Neb., second; and Ella Jordan, Saint Joseph, Mo., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

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Junior Division of Extemporaneous Speaking

These junior members placed junior A division of extemporaneous speaking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Brenlen Humpert, Windthorst, Texas, first; and Molly Hansen, Carrington, N.D., second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the, American Angus Association.

Intermediate Division of Extemporaneous Speaking

These junior members place in the intermediate A division of extemporaneous speaking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., first; Eric Schafer, Owaneco, Ill., second; and Colby Perry, Prather, Calif., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division of Extemporaneous Speaking

These junior members placed in the senior division of extemporaneous speaking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sydni Lienemann, Princeton, Neb., first; and Sarah Harris, Buchanan, Va., second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

First Place in the Junior Division of the Quiz Bowl

Kansas junior Angus members won first place in the junior division of the quiz bowl at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Kelsey Theis, Leavenworth; Cohen Navinsky, Winchester; Kelly Newton, Elk City; and Jayce Dickerson, Paradise. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Second Place in the Junior Division of the Quiz Bowl

Texas Angus members won second place in the junior division of the quiz bowl at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Bayler Smith, Kirbyville; Colter Pohlman, Hereford; Kilye Winge, Cisco; and Brenlen Humpert, Windthorst. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

First Place in the Intermediate Division of the Quiz Bowl

Arkansas junior Angus members won first place in the intermediate division of the quiz bowl at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Whitney Walker, Prairie Grove; Hailey Roye, Fayetteville; Allyson Sellers, Vilonia; and Nicholas Pohlman, Prairie Grove. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Second Place in the Intermediate Division of the Quiz Bowl

Missouri junior Angus members won second place in the intermediate division of the quiz bowl at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Tommy Otte, Saint Mary; Holly Sinning and Emily Sinning, both of Norwood; and Truman Byergo, Dearborn. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the, American Angus Association.

First Place in the Senior Division of the Quiz Bowl

These Missouri, New York, and Washington junior Angus members won first place in the senior division of the quiz bowl at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Katharine Wesche, Shortsville, N.Y.; Jayne Bannister, Kent, N.Y.; Jera Pipkin, Republic, Mo.; and Cassandra Garcia, Renton, Wash. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Second Place in the Senior Division of the Quiz Bowl

Illinois junior Angus members won second place in the senior division of the quiz bowl at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sierra Day, Cerro Gordo; Laramie Chaffin, Roodhouse; Keegan Cassady, Normal; and Dalton Lemenager, Clifton. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

These Young Cattle Evaluators Received Top Honors in the Junior Division

These young cattle evaluators received top honors in the junior A division of the judging contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Madison McCullough, Allerton, Iowa, third; Keaton Karr, Bladen, Neb., second; and Will Philipello, Bryan, Texas, first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

These Young Cattle Evaluators Received Top Honors in the Junior Division

These young cattle evaluators received top honors in the junior B division of the judging contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Kacey Dethlefs, North Platte, Neb., third; Anna Johnson, Durand, Ill., second; and Ryan Borer, Buchanan, Va., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

These Young Cattle Evaluators Received Top Honors in the Intermediate Division of the Judging Contest

These young cattle evaluators received top honors in the intermediate division of the judging contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., third; Berkeley Frank, Winchester, Va., second; and Samuel Henderson, East Troy, Wis., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

These Young Cattle Evaluators Received Top Honors in the Senior Division of the Judging Contest

These young cattle evaluators received top honors in the senior division of the judging contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Hunter Wimmer, Bedford, Va., third; Alysha Sweitzer, Wellsville, Pa., second; and Austin Vieselmeyer, Amherst, Colo., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate A Division Career Overall

These junior members placed in the intermediate A division of interview and resume division of the Career Development Contestt at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., first; Jace Stagemeyer, Page, Neb., second; and Clay Pelton, Paradise, Kan., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate B Divsion Career Overall

These junior members placed in the intermediate B division of interview and resume division of the Career Development Contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., first; Daniel Rohrbaugh, Seven Valleys, Pa., second; and Nicholas Pohlman, Prairie Grove, Ark., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Division Career Overall

These junior members placed in the senior division of interview and resume division of the Career Development Contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Jayne Bannister, Kent, N.Y., first; Claudia Hissong, Greencastle, Pa., second; and Keegan Cassady, Normal, Ill., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Team Fitting 1st

Juniors representing the Illinois Junior Angus Association were recognized for their first-place finish in the fitting contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured in front is Adam Miller, Gridley. Back row from left are Troy Rawlings, New Holland; Garrett Handsaker, Pearl City; and Eric Schafer, Owaneco. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Team Fitting 2nd

Juniors representing the Minnesota Junior Angus Association were recognized for their second-place finish in the fitting contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Brady Ford, Lake Wilson; Dawson Johnson and Wesly Johnson, both of Pipestone; and Nick Krog, Lake Benton. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Team Fitting 3rd

Juniors representing the Kansas Junior Angus Association were recognized for their third-place finish in the fitting contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Jayce Dickerson, Paradise; Laura Carpenter and Anna Carpenter, both of Wamego; and Taylor Nikkel, Maple Hill. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior B Extemporaneous Speaking

These junior members won top honors in the junior B division of extemporaneous spealking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Amelia Miller, Gridley, Ill., first; Paige Zellmer, Nashville, Mich., second; and Ethan Blevins, Greenup, Ky., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate B Extemporaneous Speaking

These junior members won top honors in the intermediate B division of extemporaneous speaking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Maddie Fugate, Mahomet, Ill., first; Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., second; and Lauren Parks, Brookfield, Mo., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Extemporaneous Speaking Spader

Sydni Lienemann, Princeton, Neb., received the custom engraved Artisan belt buckle in the name of the late Richard L. Spader for her first place win in the senior division of extemporaneous speaking at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sheri Spader, presenting; Sydni Lienemann, recipient; and Jared Spader, presenting. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Bronze and Silver Awards

Lane Smith, Loxahatchee, Fla., right, received Bronze and Silver Awards at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. The Bronze and Silver Awards are the first two levels of the National Junior Angus Association Recognition Program. Juniors must apply for the awards and then meet point requirements in many areas of participation before receiving them. David Gazda, American Angus Association regional manager is pictured presenting the awards, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Team Marketing 1st

Kansas junior members won first place in the senior division of team markeitng at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Grady Dickerson, Paradise; Taylor Nikkel, Maple Hill; and Ethan Dickerson, Paradise. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Team Marketing 2nd

Missouri junior members won second place in the senior division of team marketing at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Lauren Parks, Brookfield; Carrie Otte, Saint Mary; Callie Keaton, Anderson; and David Warfield, Butler. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Team Marketing 1st

Kansas junior members won first place in the intermediate division of team markieting at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sarah Pelton, Paradise; Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland; Kady Figge, Onaga; and Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Team Marketing 2

North Carolina junior members won second place in the intermediate division of team marketing at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Mattie Harward and Marcie Harward, both of Richfield; Cara Smith, Pleasant Garden; and Justin Wood, Willow Spring. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Team Marketing 3

Missouri junior members won third place in the intermediate division of team marketing at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Lauren Gilbert, Oldfield; Linsey Rogers, Conway; Aiden Kleinman, Wentworth; and Mardee Sadowsky, Eagleville. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Digitally Enhanced

These junior members won top honors in the intermediate division of digitally enhanced photography at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Bailey Osborn, Murdock, Kan., third; Alexandria Cozzitorto, Lawrence, Kan., second; and Hannah Tremaine, Oconomowoc, Wis., first. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Digitally Enhanced

These junior members placed in the senior division of digitally enhanced photography at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Sierra Day, Cerro Gordo, Ill., third; and Chelsey Figge, Onaga, Kan., first and second. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Bronze and Silver Case Birge

Case Birge, Graceville, Fla., right, received his Bronze and Silver Awards at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. The Bronze and Silver Awards are the first two levels of the National Junior Angus Association Recognition Program. Juniors must apply for the awards and then meet point requirements in many areas of participation before receiving them. David Gazda, American Angus Association regional manager is pictured presenting the awards, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Herdsman

Cheyenne Jones, Campbellsville, Ky., won the Junior Herdsman of the Year Award at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

James E. Horton Scholarship

Savannah Schafer, Nehawka, Neb., received the James E. Horton Jr. Angus Scholarship, funded through the Angus Foundation at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Kansas Angus Association Scholarship

Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., center, received the Kansas Angus Association Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award are Anne Lampe, Kansas Angus Association secretary/manager, left, and Larry Lundgren, Kansas Angus Association president, right. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Montana Angus Youth Scholarship

Jordyn Wagner, Billings, Mont., right, received the Montana Angus Youth Scholarship at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured presenting the award is Julie Murnin, Montana Junior Angus Association advisor, left. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Junior Skillathon

These young Angus breeders won the junior division skillathon at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Ryan Borer, Buchanan, Va., first; Mary Wood, Willow Spring, N.C., second; and Macie Sexten, Wooster, Ohio, third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Intermediate Skillathon

These young Angus breeders won the intermediate division skillathon at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Zach McCall, Greenville, Va., first; Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., second; and Cutter Pohlman, Hereford, Texas, third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Senior Skillathon

These young Angus breeders won the senior division skillathon at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Jake McCall, Greenville, Va. first; Jayne Bannister, Kent, N.Y., second; and Kristen Brown, Cookeville, Tenn., third. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Stockman Award

These juniors participated in several events in their division to win the Stockman contest at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are Jayne Bannister, Kent, N.Y., senior champion; Eva Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., intermediate champion; Ryan Borer, Buchanan, Va., junior champion; and Dave Nichols, sponsor of the event. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Advisors of the Year

Chris and Dixie McCormick, Pleasantville, Iowa, were honored as Advisors of the Year at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. . Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus Heritage Foundation

Paul and Lynn Hill, Champion Hill Angus, Bidwell, Ohio, were inducted into the Honorary Angus Foundation at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are John Grimes, Angus Foundation chairman; Braden Henricks, National Junior Angus Board Foundation chairman, presenting; Paul and Lynn Hill, recipients; Mark Duffel, Angus Foundation Board outside representative; and Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.

Angus Heritage Foundation

Terry and Pam Bailey, High Roller Angus, Center, Texas, were posthumously inducted into the Honorary Angus Foundation at the 2017 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) Awards Ceremony, July 14 in Des Moines, Iowa. Pictured from left are John Grimes, Angus Foundation chairman; Braden Henricks, National Junior Angus Board Foundation chairman, presenting; James Butler, Bailey's partner; Dustin Bailey, Bailey's son; Ryan Mackey, Bailey's son-in-law; and; and Milford Jenkins, Angus Foundation president. Photo by Pearls Pics, on behalf of the American Angus Association.