Miss Arkansas Angus

Brandi Cromer, Lamar, AR, was crowned Miss Arkansas Angus at the 2008 Arkansas Angus Association Banquet and Awards Ceremony, January 5th in Fort Smith, AR. Brandi was crowned by Jade Vaught, Horatio, AR, 2007 Miss Arkansas Angus. Pictured from left to right; Jade Vaught and Brandi Cromer. Photo by Laura Tribble, Pocahontas, AR.

Angus Royalty

Pictured in the photo are Princesses Haley Hipp, Harrison; Laykyn Rainbolt, Leslie; Taylor Lacour, Berryville; Caitlin Haley, Quitman; and Sarah Connolly, Rogers. State Princess Sheyann Moore, Norfork. Miss AR Angus Brandi Cromer, Lamar.

Breeder of the Year

Will Pohlman, Prairie Grove, AR, won Breeder of the Year at the 2008 Arkansas Junior Angus Association Summer Preview Show, May 24 in Harrison, AR.

Outstanding Leadership Award

Claire Taylor, Lavaca, AR, won the outstanding leadership award at the 2008 Arkansas Junior Angus Association Summer Preview Show, May 24 in Harrison, AR.

Exhibitor and Showman of the Year

Katlyn Tunstill, Fayetteville, AR, won exhibitor and showman of the year at the 2008 Arkansas Junior Angus Association Summer Preview Show, May 24 in Harrison, AR.

Bronze and Silver Awards

Brandi Cromer, Lamar, Ark., left, was presented the Bronze and Silver Awards at the 2008 Arkansas Junior Angus Association Summer Preview Show, May 24-25 in Harrison, Ark. 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. Pictured presenting the awards is Richard Dyar, regional manager. Photo by American Angus Association.

Rookie of the Year

The Jane Morelock rookie of the year award was presented to Taylor LaCour, Berryville, Ark., at the 2008 Arkansas Junior Angus Association Summer Preview Show, May 24-25 in Harrison, Ark. Pictured from left includes Jane's family Hailey Roye, granddaughter; Leslie Roye, daughter; Taylor LaCour, recipient; and Teddy Morelock, husband.

Show Heifer of the Year

The Arkansas Junior Angus Association Show Heifer of the Year Award is awarded for points accumulated at 10 shows during the year. Junior members select ONE heifer on which to keep records. Points are calculated from the AJAA member’s County, District and State Fair plus seven shows of the exhibitor’s choice. The shows can be Open or Junior. The heifer can be owned or bred & owned.

This year’s Show Heifer of the Year is: GGM Enchantress Queen shown by Katlyn Tunstill, Fayetteville, AR. Katy is the daughter of Darrell and Sheri Tunstill and has grown up in the Arkansas Junior Angus Association. She attended her very first National Junior Angus Show when she was just 4. Katy is very active in 4-H and the Arkansas Junior Cattlemen’s Association. Katy’s heifer was a many time champion in 2007. Pictured Katlyn Tunstill. Photo by Sheri Tunstill, Fayetteville, AR.

Show Bull of the Year

The Arkansas Junior Angus Association Show Bull of the Year Award is awarded for points accumulated at 10 shows during the year. Junior members select ONE bull on which to keep records. This award is open to all current Arkansas Junior Angus Association members. Points are calculated from the AJAA member’s County, District and State Fair plus seven shows of the exhibitor’s choice. The shows can be Open or Junior. The bull can be owned or bred & owned.

This year’s Show Bull of the Year is: DXC-LT New Design 6172 shown by Taylor LaCour, Berryville, AR. Taylor is the daughter of John and Patty LaCour. She is 12 years old and attends Berryville Public School. She is a member of a traveling basketball team, quiz bowl team, and junior high band. Taylor’s bull was Supreme Reserve Champion at the Hillbilly Jackpot and Owned Grand Champion at the Arkansas Junior Angus Preview Show. Laura Tribble, AJAA Advisor, presented the award. Photo by Paige Tribble, Pocahontas, AR.

Diamond Award and Razorback Award

The Arkansas Junior Angus Association Diamond Award is awarded on points accumulated for all contests at the AJAA Preview Show excluding cattle and showmanship contests. The Razorback Award is awarded for points accumulated for contests at the National Junior Angus Show. Points are awarded for each entry in each contest plus additional points for placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd.

This year’s winner of both the Diamond Award and the Razorback Award is Will Pohlman, Prairie Grove, AR. Will is the son of Dr. Fred and Tami Pohlman. He is 12 years old and attends Prairie Grove Junior High School. Will’s favorite contests are the public speaking, both prepared and extemporaneous. The awards were presented by Laura Tribble, AJAA Advisor. Photo by Christine Taylor, Lavaca.

Certificate of Achievement Award, American Angus Auxiliary

The Certificate of Achievement is awarded for outstanding achievements at the national, state, and district (tri-county) level.

Pictured from L to R. Back row: Sonya Martin-American Angus Auxiliary, Paige Tribble, Pocahontas; Katlyn Tunstill, Fayetteville; Madeline and Christine Taylor, Lavaca; Haley Rieff, Bentonville; Audrey and Claire Taylor, Lavaca; Brandi Cromer-Miss AR Angus. Front row: Andy Boecker, Bentonville; Will and Nick Pohlman, Prairie Grove; Hailey Roye, Fayetteville; Matt Boecker, Bentonville. Photo by Laura Tribble, Pocahontas, AR.