National Junior Angus Association

National Junior Angus Association www.njaa.info There are nearly 6,000 active junior members from all parts of the United States and Canada.
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Throughout the country there are many state, regional, and local junior Angus associations who are actively involved in the NJAA. These groups, with the assistance of the American Angus Association, meet regularly, sponsor shows and field days, and take an active part in the Angus business and promotion of the breed.

⚾ Future All-Stars of the Angus Breed! Every great player starts as a rookie, and these young Angus members are already ...
09/10/2026

⚾ Future All-Stars of the Angus Breed!

Every great player starts as a rookie, and these young Angus members are already making an impact. Join us in congratulating the recipients of the Tom Burke Young Angus Achievement Award!

Congratulations to:
⚾ Drew McCurry, KS
⚾ Piper Cates, IN

The Tom Burke Young Angus Achievement Award recognizes outstanding young NJAA members who are actively participating, learning and growing through their involvement in the Angus breed.

⚾ Whether competing in contests, developing leadership skills or making memories with fellow Angus juniors, Drew and Piper have shown what it means to step up to the plate and give their best effort.

Throughout September, we'll be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ Ready in the Clutch! No script. No do-overs. Just confidence under pressure. These Angus juniors stepped up to the pla...
09/09/2026

⚾ Ready in the Clutch!

No script. No do-overs. Just confidence under pressure. These Angus juniors stepped up to the plate and delivered home-run performances in the Extemporaneous Speaking Contest!

Congratulations to:

⚾ Junior A Division
🥇 Spencer Wright, TN
🥈 Natalie Atterholt, OH
🥉 Ryleigh Dasher, FL

⚾ Junior B Division
🥇 Claire Atterholt, OH
🥈 Eleanor Straney, LA
🥉 Alaina Camirand, MO

⚾ Intermediate A Division
🥇 Charles Goodnight, MO
🥉 Penelope Soto, TX

⚾ Senior Division
🥇 Jackson McCurry, KS
🥈 Eliza Rosenhagen, KS
🥉 Jacob Marksbury, KY

Whether answering tough questions or speaking on the fly, these competitors demonstrated poise, confidence and communication skills that will serve them well both in and out of the Angus industry.

⚾ Through the support of the Angus Foundation, NJAS contests help junior members develop leadership, public speaking and career-ready skills that last long after the final inning.

Special congratulations to Charles Goodnight, who also received the Harvey Rattery bronze sculpture in honor of the late Pat Grote for his first-place finish.

Throughout September, we'll be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ From the barn to the ballpark, the memories made in Louisville will last a lifetime.Throughout the month of September ...
09/09/2026

⚾ From the barn to the ballpark, the memories made in Louisville will last a lifetime.

Throughout the month of September we will be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS Show Coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

Want to make sure you can read it? Subscribe to the magazine here: www.angus.org/.../subscribe/breeder-subscriptions

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ Designing a Grand Slam! From creating eye-catching layouts to telling the Angus story through creativity and design, t...
09/09/2026

⚾ Designing a Grand Slam!

From creating eye-catching layouts to telling the Angus story through creativity and design, these juniors knocked it out of the park in the Graphic Design Contest at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky!

Congratulations to:
⚾ Novice Division
🥇 Reason Rutherford, AL
🥈 Clara Stump, KS (tie)
🥈 Joseph Straney, LA (tie)

⚾ Junior Division
🥇 Tyne Lehenbauer, MO
🥈 Molly McCurry, KS

⚾ Intermediate Division
🥇 Luke Short, IL
🥉 Hayden Hahn, MD

⚾ Senior Division
🥇 Cailee Flood, CA
🥈 Peyton Wood, CA
🥉 Parker White, TX

Whether they were working with photos, graphics, layouts or branding concepts, these talented juniors proved that great communicators can make an impact both in and out of the show ring. Their creativity, attention to detail and ability to tell the Angus story helped them rise to the top of the lineup.

Throughout the month of September we will be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS Show Coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

Want to make sure you can read it? Subscribe to the magazine here: www.angus.org/.../subscribe/breeder-subscriptions

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ The Grounds Crew of the Show Ring! Behind every championship show heifer is a team that knows how to get her ready for...
09/08/2026

⚾ The Grounds Crew of the Show Ring!

Behind every championship show heifer is a team that knows how to get her ready for the big game. These juniors showcased their fitting skills, teamwork and attention to detail in the Fitting Contest at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky!

Congratulations to:

🥇 Pennsylvania Team
Kinleigh Grim
Connor Grim
Kolton Grim
Jacob Fortenbaugh

🥈 California Team
Cailee Flood
Evelyn Clark
Natalie VanRuiten
Lane Toledo

🥉 Texas Team
Hartlyn Massie
Everett Snoddy
Abigail Koenig
Parker White

Throughout September, we'll be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ Welcome to the Big Leagues! These Angus juniors stepped up to the plate and delivered. Join us in congratulating the ...
09/07/2026

⚾ Welcome to the Big Leagues!

These Angus juniors stepped up to the plate and delivered. Join us in congratulating the recipients of several Angus Foundation scholarships and leadership awards presented during the 2026 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky!

Congratulations to:
⚾ Bradley Carlson, TX, Joseph R. Bush III Leadership Award
⚾ Anna Parr, IL, Stan J. Prox LEAD Award
⚾ Peyton Wood, CA, Gary M. Stoller Jump Start Your LEADership Award
⚾ Lucy Jeffries, KY, In a League of Their Own Kentucky Scholarship
⚾ Maggie Davis, OH, In a League of Their Own Ohio Scholarship
⚾ Remi Gardner, TN, In a League of Their Own Tennessee Scholarship
⚾ Audrey Curtin, IL, Iowa Junior Angus Association National Scholarship
⚾ Claire Murnin, MT, Montana Angus Youth Scholarship
⚾ Madison Bowen, PA, Pennsylvania Angus Association Scholarship
⚾ Parker White, TX, Texas Angus Association Scholarship

Whether they are leading their peers, pursuing higher education or investing in the future of the beef industry, these juniors are showing what it means to swing big in the Bluegrass. Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $5.8 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth.

Throughout the month of September we will be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS show coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

Want to make sure you can read it? Subscribe to the magazine here: www.angus.org/.../subscribe/breeder-subscriptions

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ Creating the Game-Day Program! Every great team needs great promotion, and these Angus juniors showed they know how to...
09/06/2026

⚾ Creating the Game-Day Program!

Every great team needs great promotion, and these Angus juniors showed they know how to grab attention with creativity and design in the Poster Contest!

Congratulations to:

⚾ Novice Division
🥇 Gwen Livingston, IA
🥈 Drew McCurry, KS
🥉 Hayes Gibson, NM

⚾ Junior A Division
🥇 Molly McCurry, KS
🥈 Brystol Humpert, TX
🥉 Ryleigh Dasher, FL

⚾ Junior B Division
🥇 Carrigan Gahler, OH
🥈 Kensley Dasher, FL
🥉 Claire Atterholt, OH

⚾ Through the support of the Angus Foundation, NJAS contests help junior members develop communication, marketing and creative thinking skills that can be used both in and out of the show ring.

Throughout September, we'll be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

⚾ The Story Starts Here! Every great season has a story, and these talented Angus juniors proved they know how to tell o...
09/05/2026

⚾ The Story Starts Here!

Every great season has a story, and these talented Angus juniors proved they know how to tell one. From heartfelt reflections to creative storytelling, these competitors knocked it out of the park in the Creative Writing Contest at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky!

Congratulations to:
⚾ Novice Division
🥇 Caroline Sankey, IN
🥈 Gwen Livingston, IA
🥉 Joseph Straney, LA

⚾ Junior Division
🥈 Malainey Bray, MO (tie)
🥈 Eleanor Straney, LA (tie)

⚾ Intermediate Division
🥇 Claire Kuipers, IL
🥈 Kadence Spickler, ND
🥉 Gracie Simpson, SC

⚾ Senior Division
🥇 Adam McCauley, KY
🥈 Riley White, TX
🥉 Ellie Laflin, KS

Whether they were sharing personal experiences, crafting compelling stories or putting their passion for the Angus breed into words, these juniors demonstrated the power of communication and creativity. Their ability to tell meaningful stories is an important skill that will serve them well both within the Angus family and beyond.

⚾ Through the support of the Angus Foundation, all NJAS contests provide opportunities for junior members to develop lifelong skills, explore their interests and showcase their talents both in and out of the show ring.

Throughout the month of September we will be spotlighting the success of our junior members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS Show Coverage in the September issue of the Angus Journal.

Want to make sure you can read it? Subscribe to the magazine here: www.angus.org/.../subscribe/breeder-subscriptions

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

🧢 Big league memories, junior show style.
09/03/2026

🧢 Big league memories, junior show style.

⚾ Bases Loaded for the Future in the Bluegrass!The future is bright for the Angus breed, and these outstanding juniors p...
09/03/2026

⚾ Bases Loaded for the Future in the Bluegrass!

The future is bright for the Angus breed, and these outstanding juniors proved they're ready to step up to the plate. Join us in congratulating the recipients of several Angus Foundation scholarships and awards presented during the 2026 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, Kentucky!

Congratulations to:
⚾ Thea Zidlicky, IA, Mack C. Olson Memorial Scholarship
⚾ Adeline Tommell, NY, Roscoe L. Richardson Scholarship
⚾ Molly Hansen, ND, Joseph & Ruby Schaff/Schaff Angus Ranch Scholarship
⚾ Ava Leibfried, WI, Ray Sims Angus Scholarship
⚾ Nate Bowman, NC, Vocational Technical/Trade School Scholarship
⚾ Bryanna Smith, KY, Cory Watt Memorial Scholarship
⚾ Blane Smith, KY, Richard and Wanda Wilson Scholarship
⚾ Ellie Shuping, NC, DeEtta Wood Memorial Scholarship
⚾ Audrey Curtin, IL, Woodlawn Farms Scholarship
⚾ Reese Anderson, IL; Macie Carroll, IL; Ella Eathington, IL; Karis Waterman, IN, Recipients of the Gary Brost LEAD Award

Whether in the classroom, on the farm or in their communities, these Angus juniors continue to knock it out of the park. Their hard work, leadership and dedication to the breed make them true MVPs.

Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $5.8 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships to Angus youth.

Throughout the month of September we will be spotlighting the success of our juniors members at the 2026 National Junior Angus Show alongside the official NJAS Show Coverage in the September Issue of the Angus Journal.

Want to make sure you can read it? Subscribe to the magazine here: www.angus.org/.../subscribe/breeder-subscriptions

📸 Official Photos: www.nextlevelimages.com

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