The 91st Nueces County Junior Livestock Show is wrapping up this weekend at the Richard Borchard Fairgrounds in Robstown, after young participants showcased months of hard work and dedication.
Friday’s cattle show highlighted the commitment these students put into raising and training their animals. Evin Hamlyn, a Sinton ISD student, competed with her breeding heifer and earned second place in her class. The 4-H member has been involved in the program for seven years and is in her fourth year showing heifers.
Young competitors shine at NCJLS cattle show, demonstrating expert skills
“You have to halter break them first of all. You have to train them how to set up their feet, and you just practice both of those things every day to make sure you can compete,” Hamlyn said.
Hamlyn explained the difference between the two types of cattle shown during competitions…