2011-12 livestock judging team media guide

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LIVESTOCK JUDGING TEAM 2011-2012

Quick Facts 1

Media Policy 2

Agriculture Staff Directory 2

Livestock Judging101 3

Oral Reasons 101 4

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Mission Statement 5

Campus Life 6

Academic Programs 7

Campus Housing 7

Agriculture Facilities 11

CITY PROFILE

El Reno, Oklahoma 8

Driving Directions 9

Hotels and Restaurants 10

COACHING STAFF

Head Coach 12

Assistant Coach 12

SEASON PREVIEW

Roster 13

Sophomores 14-18

Freshmen 18-24

HISTORY

All-Americans 25

Notable Achievements 26

Where Are They Now 27

REDLANDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

QUICK FACTS

All information supplied in this publication is accurate at the time of printing; however, changes may occur and will supersede information in this publication. This publication is printed and issued by Redlands Communtiy College. A total of 125 media guides printed at a cost of $501. Redlands Com-munity College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or status as a veteran, in any of its educational programs, activities, policies, practices, or procedures, including, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, eligibility for financial aid, and educational services. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries and complaints regarding the College’s nondiscrimination policies and procedures for students, employees, and oth-ers: Human Resources Coordinator, Redlands Community College, 1300 S. Country Club Road, El Reno, OK 73036-5304, (405) 422-1267

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President Dr. Larry DevaneDivision Director Dr. Laura Gruntmeir

Head Coach Dr. Clay ElliottElliott’s Office Phone (575) 635-6340

Elliott’s First Recruiting Class 2008“Team of the Year” Selections 2

Returning Judgers 14Newcomers 18


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DIRECTORYAGRICULTURE

Dr. Laura Gruntmeir Division Director and Professor405-422-6244

Meriruth Cohenour Equine Coordinator/Instructor and Equestrian Team Coach405-422-1460

Dr. Clay Elliott Livestock Judging Team Coach575-635-6340

Tanner Winter Asst. Livestock Judging Team Coach/Royse Ranch Arena Coord.405-422-1458

Annie Pearson Center of Excellence Marketing and Communications Coordinator405-422-1486

Sam Nusz A.I. and E.T. Lab Director405-422-1296

Scotti Charmasson A.I. and E.T. Lab Coordinator405-422-1225

April Bow Agriculture Coordinator of Continuing Education405-422-1492

Ed Zweiacher Professor/Manager of Beef Herd 405-422-6293

Chase Reed Asst. Livestock Judging Team Coach620-222-5049



LIVESTOCK JUDGING 101Livestock judging is a process of evaluating, selecting, placing, and learning the various livestock species–beef cattle, sheep, and swine. Judgers compare the merits of one animal against the merits of other potential animals. This selection process is just one of many applications of livestock evaluation and judging.

Livestock producers, breeders, feeders, buyers, and packers evaluate livestock for their potential as either breeding or market animals. These people try to relate the “form” of an animal with the “function” for which it is intended to serve. That is why livestock judging is often called the application of “form and function” to livestock.

WHY JUDGE LIVESTOCK?Stockpersons judge livestock to differentiate between superior, average, and inferior animals within each of the livestock industries. They are looking for the most desirable animals for their particular needs. Stockpersons often compare their own livestock to those of others. Using their judging knowledge and skills, producers analyze the potential value of animals for particular purposes. Judgers should be able to do the following:

• Identify the different breeds of livestock• Compare livestock for their merit and value as either breeding or market animals• Look at an animal and determine desirable characteristics and faults• Make decisions and defend them in a logical, well-organized manner• Make complex decisions based on available information• Develop confidence• Develop oral communication skills• Appreciate the opinions of others



ORAL REASONS 101Good judges of livestock have a special quality that an average judge does not possess. A good judge can accurately and concisely describe an animal or group of animals so that an audience knows exactly what the judge saw. The ability to describe animals accurately and concisely is the basic foundation of the reasons process. Giving reasons help judgers do the following:

• Develop a system for analyzing a class of livestock• Think more clearly on your feet• Organize and state your thoughts more clearly• Improve your speaking poise and presentation• Improve your voice

• Develop your memory

You should know the parts of the various livestock species and how they join to make a particular breeding or market animal. Every animal is different and so is every class of livestock. Therefore, there are no guidelines or rules for placing a class. Nor is there a right way or a wrong way to deliver or present a set of reasons.

The judge will determine the value of your reasons by the following:

• Accuracy – You must tell the truth. You must see the important things in the class correctly. Accuracy is very important. You will lose points for incorrect statements.

• Completeness – Describe all the major differences in your reasons. Omit small things that leave room for doubt.

• Length – A well-organized, properly delivered set of reasons must never be more than 2 minutes in length.

• Presentation and Delivery – Present your reasons in a logical manner that is pleasant to hear, is clear, and is easy to follow. If reasons are poorly presented, the value of accuracy may be lost because most of what you say doesn’t “get through” to the listener. Speak slowly and clearly in a conversational tone. Speak loudly enough to be understood, but avoid talking too loudly or too rapidly. Use well-organized statements and use correct grammar. Emphasize the important comparisons and be confident in your presentation.

• Terminology – Use correct terminology. Incorrect terminology greatly detracts from the value of your reasons.

RCC Team QUICK FACT:

The past two years, RCC judgers have

won reasons. Winning 6/7 in 2010-11

and 7/8 in 2011-12.


MISSION STATEMENTRedlands Community College provides a learner-centered environment committed to academic excellence strengthened through service and civic engagement.

Value Statements Include:Learner-Centered Environment - Provide a rich academic environment in which learners engage in designing and completing individual educational goals.

Academic Excellence - Provide opportunities for continuous academic growth through a challenging and rigorous curriculum enhanced by the application of research and technology.

Collaboration and Service - Provide learning opportunities in collaboration with public and private partners that reinforce the value of service to others and strengthen ethical development and civic engagement.



CAMPUS LIFE

WHY REDLANDSThe educational advantages of Redlands Community College are numerous. We have an open-door policy that encourages first-time and returning students to become a name not just a number. Admission requires no minimum GPA or ACT score, but may require an assessment test. No matter your background, you can attain great results at RCC.

From fully equipped science and computer labs to smart classrooms with IETV capabilities, your educational needs and expectations will be met and exceeded with the most up-to-date technologies available. The main campus encompasses 55 acres and includes several buildings, many of which have newly renovated classrooms and labs.

We kick off the fall semester each year with the Cougar Bash, a campus-wide event filled with food and fun, including world-famous onion burgers, games, and other activities. Activities continue throughout the year with music videos, concerts, volunteer activities, and leadership activities. Join any of the more than 20 student organizations on campus. Organizations include Aggie Club, Students in Free Enterprise, Phi Theta Kappa, Student Nursing Association and more.

Redlands Community College’s athletic facilities contain a Select Physical Therapy sports medicine clinic and Fitness for Life center. The Fitness for Life center provides access to the college’s indoor swimming pool, fitness workout room, racquetball court, indoor walking area, dry saunas and steam saunas.

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You can afford to attend RCC! No mandatory fees mean more of your cost is covered by programs such as Oklahoma’s Promise (OHLAP). Plus, we cost less than half as much as Oklahoma’s four-year institutions. This means you’ll save around $4,500 by spending your first two years with us. At the end of those two years, you’ll have an associate’s degree and be prepared to enter the workforce or enter the third year of a four-year bachelor’s degree.

Campus Housing:Get your education and enjoy the dorm experience with a luxury feel at Cougar Crossing! Cougar Crossing residents enjoy fully-furnished two or four bedroom apartments featuring leather couches, leather lounge chairs, full-sized appliances, full beds, dining room tables and chairs, and much more. Walk to class, the cafeteria, the library or the campus book store, while living with others pursuing similar life goals.

You and your friends will find plenty to do at Cougar Crossing. We host karaoke parties, movie nights on the big screen, cookouts, and tons more. Relax on one of the comfortable couches, work out in the fitness center, or hang out in the cyber lounge.

Contact Student Services:

Call (405) 422-1417Redlands Community College1300 South Country Club Rd

El Reno, Oklahoma 73036-5304

ACADEMIC MAJORSASSOCIATE IN SCIENCEAgriculture (eleven option areas)Personal/Athletic Trainer (two option areas)Pre-Professional Sciences (three option areas)

ASSOCIATE IN ARTSArtBusiness AdministrationCriminal JusticePre-Education (Elementary or Secondary)EnglishFamily Studies/Child DevelopmentGeneral StudiesHealth, Physical Education & Recreation PsychologySocial StudiesEnterprise Development (two option areas)

ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCEApplied Technology (five option areas)Business Administration Technology (seven option areas)Child DevelopmentCriminal Justice (four option areas)Early Childhood Center ManagementEquine ScienceNursing, RNSustainable Agriculture (two option areas) Emergency Medical Technology Paramedic

CAREER CERTIFICATE PROGRAMSChild Development Enology Viticulture



WHERE IS REDLANDS?

EL RENORedlands Community College is located in El Reno, OK. El Reno is located just west of Oklahoma City. El Reno is rich in cultural history. El Reno is home to Historic Fort Reno, Canadian Country County Museum and the Heritage Express Rail Trolley. RCC is less than a mile from Crimson Creek Golf Course and Lake El Reno, a 300 acre lake that can be used recreationally for water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, boating and fishing.

Frontier City Theme Park

White Water Bay

Oklahoma City Thunder (NBA)

Oklahoma City Museum of Art

Mat Hoffman Action Sports Park

Myriad Botanical Gardens

Rocktown Climbing Gym

Bricktown District

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DRIVING

DIRECTIONSOklahoma City: I-40 W/US-270W 26.4 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn right onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.

Weatherford: I-40 E for 41.4 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn left onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.

Kingfisher: US-81 S/OK-3 E for 12.1 miles, merge onto US-81 S toward El Reno 11.4 miles, turn right onto W. Sunset Dr/I-40 BR/OK-66 for 1 mile, turn left onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your right.

Chickasha: US-81 N for 31.3 miles, merge on I-40 W/US-270 W via the ramp on the LEFT toward Amarillo go 1.9 miles, take the Country Club Rd exit, EXIT 123, turn right onto S. Country Club Rd. Go 0.8 miles. RCC is on your left.

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RESTAURANTS

ACCOMMODATIONSBaymont Inn1707 S.W. 27th StreetEl Reno, OK 73036(405) 262-3050

Best Western2701 S Country ClubEl Reno, OK 73036(405) 262-6490

Days Inn2712 S. Country ClubEl Reno, OK 73036(405) 262-8720

Economy Express2851 S. Highway 81 & I-40, El Reno, OK 73036(405) 262-1022

Motel 61506 Domino LaneEl Reno, OK 73036(405) 262-6060

Montana Mike’s SteakhouseSunday - Thursday11 a.m. til 9 p.m. Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. til 10 p.m.

1609 Southwest 27thEl Reno, OK 73036

Denny’s RestaurantFor Hours Call: (405) 262-35352701 South Country Club RdEl Reno, OK 73036

Serapio’s Mexican RestaurantFor Hours Call: (405) 262-77441637 E Highway 66El Reno, OK 73036

Sid’s DinerFor Hours Call: (405) 262-7757300 South ChoctawEl Reno, OK 73036

Georgeo’s Mediterranean CuisineOpen For Lunch & Dinner1218 Sunset Dr.El Reno, OK 73036



AGRICULTURE

FACILITIES

Royse Ranch Cattle Operation

Artificial Insemination Lab

Historic Darlington Chapel and Vineyard

Milking Parlor

Cougar Crossing Student Housing



Dr. Elliott was born on a 500 head cow/calf operation in Newcastle, Wyoming. He has shown all species of livestock and was active in both 4-H and FFA. Academically, he earned an Associate of Science in Agriculture from Casper

College in Casper, Wyoming and was on a very successful livestock judging team. Elliott then transferred to Colorado State University and graduated with honors with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science. Upon graduation, he entered graduate school and trained the livestock judging team at Texas Tech University winning every judging contest that they participated in during his nine year tenure at Texas Tech with the exception of Louisville. Elliott earned a Master of Science in Meat Science and his PhD in Reproductive Physiology while at Tech. After his stint at Tech, Elliott coached at New Mexico State for three years before accepting the position at Redlands.

Currently, Elliott and his wife Lili and three daughters: Bree, Kyra and Myka operate a club lamb operation that encompasses more than 400 ewes. They have produced champion market lambs at all levels of competition and continue their pursuit to build the next great show lamb or stud ram.

His students have gone on to graduate from schools such as: Texas A&M, Oklahoma State, Tarleton State, West Texas A&M and Texas Tech. His students are routinely recruited by Nebraska, Colorado State, University of Georgia, Angelo State and Western Illinois.

DR. CLAY ELLIOTTHEAD COACH - 5TH SEASON

TANNER WINTERASSISTANT COACH - 1ST SEASON Tanner Winter grew up outside of Lubbock, TX on a family farm (Wintex Farms) consisting of 150 sows, 150 ewes, and roughly 1000 acres of irrigates row crops. He attended Clarendon Community College before moving on to Texas A&M University where he received a bachelor’s and master’s degree, while being a member of the livestock judging team.

CHASE REEDASSISTANT COACH - 1ST SEASON Chase Reed has a B.S. in Animal Science with a minor in Ag Econ from OSU, while at OSU he was a member of the 2010 National Champion Livestock Judging Team, the 2011 National Champion Meat Animal Evaluation Team, and Winner of the 2010 Totusek Award. He is working on M.S. and wants to pursue the purebred cattle business full-time.




Tyler Boles - Sophomore Troy Bonds - SophomoreBrock Herren - SophomoreShelbi Kautz - SophomoreHeath Aaron Link - Sophomore Collin Listen - SophomoreMatthew Kyle Mckinley - SophomoreSierra June Meyers - SophomoreStefanie Neuhaus - SophomoreCooper Newcomb - SophomoreDalton Newell - Sophomore Kassandra Pfeiffer - SophomoreMorgan Watts - SophomoreIssac Wenzel - Sophomore

Gary Agar - FreshmanBrianna Britton - FreshmanLindsey Burris - Freshman Taylor Fort - FreshmanGarrett Frans - FreshmanMaria Goodwin - FreshmanWesley Griffin - FreshmanMercedes Hardin - FreshmanCody Johnson - FreshmanAshley Judge - FreshmanAustin Kindschi - FreshmanOwen Macfarlane - FreshmanMari Palacio - FreshmanRebekah Porter - Freshman Victoria Ralls - FreshmanBrianna Robinson - FreshmanBailey Riedel - Freshman

TEAM ROSTER



SOPHOMORE JUDGERSTYLER BOLESSophomoreAsher, OK

Grand Champion Wether Goat at 2008 Oklahoma Youth Expo, 4th High Individual at 2011 National Barrow Show; enjoys raising show goats; major in Agriculture Education

TROY BONDSSophomoreDurango, CO

Enjoys fishing and hunting; greatest accomplishment is attending college; wants to be a cattle rancher in SW Colorado and take over the family ranch

BROCK HERRENSophomoreEl Reno, OK

Finished as High Individual at the State Fair of Texas; enjoys livestock judging and raising show hogs; majoring in Animal Science



SOPHOMORE JUDGERSSHELBI KAUTZSophomoreKingsburg, CA

Miss Congeniality at Miss Teenage California; enjoys raising and showing sheep; Agriculture Sales and Marketing major

HEATH LINKSophomoreNew Home, TX

Member of state and national champion livestock judging team in HS; enjoys golf, college football and long walks on the beach; major in Agriculture

COLLIN LISTENSophomoreEl Reno, OK

Grand Champion Barrow at the Oklahoma Youth Expo in 2009; loves to golf; interested in a career in animal nutrition



MATTHEW MCKINLEYSophomoreConroe, TX

Reserve Champion Cross Barrow at 2010 Houston Livestock Show; loves raising show hogs; wants to be an Agriculture teacher

STEFANIE NEUHAUSSophomoreDora, NM

Had four Grand Champion sheep at the New Mexico State Fair; major Animal Science

SIERRA MEYERSSophomoreMadera, CA

Round Robin Golden Bear Recipient; Enjoys 4x4 wheeling and livestock photography; major in Agriculture Education and minor in Animal Science


DALTON NEWELLSophomoreMinco, OK

2010 High Individual at American Royal Livestock Contest and 2011 National Barrow Show High Individual in Reasons; enjoys grass car rallies; plans to pursue a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture Buiness and a Masters and Doctorate in Genetics

COOPER NEWCOMBSophomoreElk City, OK

Grand Champion Market Lamb at 2010 National Western Stock Show; enjoys racing American Quarter Horses; majoring in Agriculture Business


KASSANDRA PFEIFFERSophomoreOrlando, OK

2-time National FFA proficiency winner; enjoys shopping, showing and judging livestock; major in Agriculture Business



ISSAC WENZELSophomore Hamilton, TX

Champion Limousin at Houston Livestock Show, 3rd High Individual at state judging contest; enjoys raising show cattle and sheep

MORGAN WATTSSophomoreDallas, NC

Reserve Lamb at NC State Fair; major in Animal Science



FRESHMAN JUDGERSGARY AGARFreshmanSanta Rosa, NM

Grand Champion Steer at Eastern New Mexico State Fair; State Championship in Football; State Winner and High Individual livestock judging; Animal Science major, wants to become a vet

BRIANNA BRITTONFreshmanCentral Point, OR

Salutatorian in HS, 2010 Oregon State Fair Master Showman Champion, Reserve Champion team member at National Livestock Judging Contest; enjoys playing sports; major Animal Science/Vet Med

LINDSEY BURRISFreshmanDale, OK

2010 State Basketball Championship, 5th Overall Gilt at Oklahoma Youth Expo; major in Animal Science



TAYLOR FORTFreshmanElgin, OK

Finished 2nd at National FFA Livestock Judging Contest; enjoys raising show hogs; major in Agribusiness

GARRETT FANSFreshmanThomas, OK

Enjoys hunting and watching sports; received High Individual at Big 3 Field Days; 2011 HS grad; major in Farm and Ranch Management

MARIA GOODWINFreshmanPonca City, OK

Reserve Premier Exhibitor at 2011 National Western Stock Show; enjoys livestock judging and showing sheep; Animal Science major



WESLEY GRIFFINFreshmanTuttle, OK

Champion Chester at 2010 Oklahoma Youth Expo; enjoys watching sports, yoga, fishing and horseback riding; wants to obtain a Food Science degree

MERCEDES HARDINFreshmanHennessey, OK

Enjoys shopping and showing livestock; majoring in Agriculture Communications, wants to be a journalist

CODY JOHNSONFreshmanMeeker, OK

State FFA Degree Recipient; Enjoys showing and judging livestock; major is Agriculture Education



ASHLEY JUDGEFreshmanSan Luis Obispo, CA

Finished High Individual at California State Livestock Judging Finals three years in a row; enjoys showing cattle; wants to be a graphic designer for livestock publications

AUSTIN KINDSCHIFreshmanOrlando, OK

National FFA Swine Production Proficiency Winner; enjoys raising show pigs; major Agriculture Marketing and Sales

OWEN MACFARLANEFreshmanMcArthur, CA

Major in Agriculture Business; loves showing livestock; wants to be an auctioneer



MARI PALACIOFreshmanBend, OR

Finished High Individual at Oregon State 4-H Livestock Judging Contest; enjoys showing Pinto and Paint Horses and hogs; wants to be a pediatric oncology nurse

REBEKAH PORTERFreshmanBend, OR

High Team at Phoenix, Arizona Nationals; enjoys hiking, kayaking, showing quarter horses; wants to be a physician’s assistant specializing in oncology

VICTORIA RALLSFreshmanTalent, OR

Loves swimming, fishing, judging and showing livestock; wants to be a veterinarian/embryologist



BAILEY RIEDELFreshmanSan Luis Obispo, CA

Champion Team at California State Livestock Judging Contest; enjoys cooking; wants to be an embryologist

BRIANNA ROBINSONFreshmanEl Reno, OK

Won the Oklahoma Youth Expo Barrow show three times; loves raising, showing and judging livestock; major Agriculture Business


ALL-AMERICANS2008-2009 Kasey Lettunich Clint Mefford2009-2010 Brandi Capps Katelyn Karney Casey Hilmes

2010-2011 Whitney Stuart Wesley Kraintz Katie Duysen Jake Warntjes Graham Blagg



NOTABLE

ACHIEVEMENTS


2008-2009 Multiple Top Five Finishes

Two of 15 All-American Selections

2009-2010 National Champions

1st Place National Ranking

Coach of the Year-- Dr. Clay Elliott

Three of 15 All-American Selections

1st Place Team Finishes at: Mid-Continent Livestock Expo (S/F) Exposure Cattle Contest (S/F) Dixie National (S) San Antonio Stock Show (S) State Fair of Texas (F) Flint Hills Classic (F)

1st Place Individual Finishes at: Mid-Continent Livestock Expo Exposure Cattle Contest Dixie National Southwestern Exposition Livestock Show State Fair of Texas Flint Hills Classic North American International Livestock Expo Tulsa State Fair

2010-2011 2nd Consecutive National Title

Five of 15 All-American Selections

Reserve Champions at: Houston Livestock Show- High Team Mid-America Classic-High Team North American International Livestock Expo National Western Show Fort Worth Stock Show Dixie National San Antonio Stock Show


WHERE ARE THEYNOW?


Kasey Lettunich Texas A&M

Clint Mefford Oklahoma State University

Brandi Capps Texas Tech

Casey Hilmes Oklahoma State University

Whitney Stuart Texas Tech

Wesley Kraintz Texas A&M

Jake Warntjes Oklahoma State University

Graham Blagg Texas A&M

Jorge Huizar Oklahoma State University

Taylor Mefford Oklahoma State University

Pete Dahl West Texas A&M

Payton Mumford Oklahoma State University

Keenan Pendley Oklahoma State University

Bonnie McCauley New Mexico State University

Clint Mefford Assistant Livestock Judging Coach at OSU

Pursuing a graduate degree in Agriculture Communications.Hometown: Central Point, Oregon

Redlands: Class of 2009, All-American Livestock Judging Team Member (2007-2009)

Oklahoma State University: Class of 2011

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