KANSAS CITY—Youth from 17 states competed for top honors in the Market Beef Showmanship Contest held on Friday, Oct. 25, at the American Royal Complex in Kansas City, Mo. Judge Chris Sankey of Council Grove, Kan., selected Nathan Hilburn of Denver City, Texas, as champion showman. Reserve champion showman was awarded to Myka Blissard of Big Spring, Texas.

Division I Showmanship (Ages 10-12):

Champion: Myka Blissard of Big Spring, Texas

Reserve Champion: Carson Shafer of Eaton, Ohio

Division II Showmanship (Ages 13-16):

Champion: Kassidy Bremer of Redfield, Iowa

Reserve Champion: Lauren May of Mineral Point, Wis.

Division III Showmanship (Ages 17-19):

Champion: Nathan Hilburn of Denver City, Texas

Reserve Champion: Jessica Millenbaugh of Crestline, Ohio

The American Royal Association is a not-for-profit 501c(3) corporation that has been a Kansas City tradition since 1899.  Each year more than 270,000 people attend events at the American Royal Complex. In 2012, the Royal was able to give $1.4 million in scholarship and educational awards. In addition to its educational mission, the American Royal generates some $60 million of economic impact, $4.4 million in local tax revenues, and supports 450 jobs. For more information about the American Royal livestock shows contact Karrie Manley at 816-569-4054 or [email protected].

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