Welcome to The Show Report!

March 27th, 2025 
by Chloe Grimm

 

Welcome to The Show Report!

We’re excited to bring you the first edition of The Show Report, your go-to source for all things Brahman show-related! This e-blast will feature show updates, results, standings, and highlights from across the country. Stay tuned for the latest on champions, points, and upcoming events as we celebrate the success of Brahman exhibitors and breeders.

The first few editions of The Show Report will be sent to all members, but soon, you’ll have the option to customize your email subscriptions through our website.

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2024 Show Bull & Cow of the Year Awards

2024 Premier Grey Show Bull of the Year

REDSMITH WELLER MANSO 46/2

Owner: RedSmith Genetics & C E Cattle

2024 Premier Red Show Bull of the Year

POLLED FOUNDATION 11/1 (PP)

Owner: J Parker Farms

2024 Premier Grey Show Cow of the Year

CT MS MADAM’S PRIDE

Owner: Gracie Hensgens

2024 Premier Red Show Cow of the Year

CT LADY ELLEANOR RHINEAUX

Owner: Broussard Cattle Co

2025 Cattlemen’s Congress

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Judge: Jeff Thayne

Jeff Thayne, two-time Texas A&M graduate in Animal Science, he was a member of the 2003 National Champion Livestock Judging Team and later coached judging teams at Texas A&M and Iowa State University. Jeff serves as Cheif Operating Officer for theAustin Stock Show & Rodeo.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

BRC SIX GUN 328

Sire: +MR. V8 160/8 

Dam: JLT MS SHANON 631

BRC Ranch

Wharton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

BRC GERONIMO’S CADILLAC 230

Sire: RWT MR HAT CREEK RAIDER

Dam: +MISS V8 835/7

BRC Ranch

Wharton, Texas

Grand Champion Red Bull

MR HC CHARLEY 215/3

Sire: +MR. CBR 667/8 

Dam: MISS HC CHARLEE 147/1 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR GR FERDINANDO 4/23

Sire: +SRS MR. TROUBADOR 933 

Dam: CT MS BUTLER RHINEAUX (P) 

Garner Ranch

Anna, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

BRC ME AGAIN MARGARET 254

Sire: +MR. V8 458/7 

Dam: +MISS V8 103/8 

BRC Ranch

Wharton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MISS HC QUINN 180/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1 

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Grand Champion Red Female

MISS HC BOUJEE 235/4

Sire: HK X-RAY

Dam: MISS HC PIPER 163/2 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Female

CT MS VIOLET RHINEAUX 33/2

Sire: +CT MR ELMEAUX RHINEAUX 

Dam: +CT LADY RILEY MANSEAUX 

Garner Ranch

Anna, Texas

2025 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

Fort Worth, Texas

Judge: Quest Newberry

Raised in George West, Texas, Quest Newberry developed a passion for the livestock industry through his family’s operation, 4-H, and FFA. A former member of competitive livestock judging teams at Blinn College and Texas A&M University, he has judged across the country, including the Calgary Stampede, National Western Stock Show, and major Texas shows. Newberry holds a master’s in ruminant nutrition from Texas A&M and currently serves as a professor and livestock judging coach at Blinn College.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

SCHULTES MR. PENDELTON 361/2

Sire: MR. SCC SCHULTES LOUI 194/8 

Dam: +MISS SCC SCHULTES DELTA 252/0 

Keaton Schulte/Schulte Cattle

Brenham, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

WR MR. ARCHIE DAN 335

Sire: JDH DANNON MANSO 334/5 ET 

Dam: +WR MS. MADDI ROCK 087 

Brandy Barnes

Wortham, Texas

Grand Champion Red Bull

MR GR FERDINANDO 4/23

Sire: +SRS MR. TROUBADOR 933  

Dam: CT MS BUTLER RHINEAUX (P) 

Garner Ranch

Anna, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR HC ASHER 199/3

Sire: +MR WCC MAXIMUS ROJO 82/4 

Dam: +MISS 7IL 131 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

MISS HC QUINN 180/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1 

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MISS 5H JOSIE 5/4

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1 

Dam: +LADY H CLAUDIA MANSO 515/3 

5H Cattle Company

Poth, Texas

Grand Champion Red Female

LADY L VEDA ROJO 578

Sire: +TJF MR. SMOKIN GUN

Dam: LADY L VARINA ROJO 293 

Isabella Loewen

Mart, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Female

MORENO MS. LADY ROCKSIE 376/4

Sire: +MORENO MR. ROCK STAR 

Dam: MORENO MS. LADY ROMANTIC ACT 

Moreno Ranches

Riesel, Texas

2025 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo

San Antonio, Texas

Judge: Doug Pierce

With decades of experience in the livestock industry, Doug Pierce has judged national shows across North America, Mexico, Guatemala, and Colombia, including the International Brahman Show in 2007 and 2014. A Texas A&M University graduate with bachelor’s and master’s degrees, Pierce has been a Blinn College faculty member since 1993, where he founded the livestock judging team, producing five national championships. He has played a key role in expanding Blinn’s Agricultural Sciences Program and developing major agricultural events and facilities.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

Reserve Overall Supreme Champion

MR. V8 316/9

Sire: +MR. V8 146/8 

Dam: MISS V8 997/6 (ET) 

V8 Ranch

Boling, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

WR MR. ARCHIE DAN 335

Sire: JDH DANNON MANSO 334/5 ET 

Dam: +WR MS. MADDI ROCK 087 

Brandy Barnes

Wortham, Texas

Grand Champion Red Bull

Grand Overall Supreme Champion

MR HC DENZEL 195/3

Sire: +MR. CBR 667/8

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR. VBCC BUSTER ROJO 34/1

Sire: +MR H BUBBA ROJO 66/7 

Dam: HWM LADY BLAYZE ROJO 37 

Kye Vera

Kingsbury, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

MISS HC QUINN 180/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1 

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

JDH LADY ROUX MANSO 937/2

Sire: JDH WELLINGTON MANSO 

Dam: JDH LADY DARBEE MANSO 545/2 ET 

Collin A. Hudgins

Hungerford, Texas

Grand Champion Red Female

VBCC MISS KATE 45/1

Sire: +MR. CBR 667/8

Dam: CT MS MAGNUM RHINEAUX 

VBCC

Kingbury, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Female

BAR D GHOST’S LADY IN RED 155

Sire: MR BAR D MN GHOST RIDER 

Dam: LCC CRIMSON HONEY PAYDAY 3/20 

Mylie Turner

Lexington, Texas

2025 Dixie National Livestock Show & Rodeo

Jackson, Mississippi

Judge: Kelvin Moreno

Kelvin Moreno is a dedicated cattleman and industry leader. He operates Moreno Ranches, a well-respected Brahman cattle operation, and is actively involved in advancing the breed and previously served on the ABBA Board of Directors. With ranches in Florida and Texas, Kelvin and his family are passionate about breeding and exhibiting top-quality cattle. With years of experience in the industry, he brings a keen eye for excellence in the show ring.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

MR. V8 451/9 “HULLABULLOO”

Sire: +MR. V8 146/8 

Dam: MISS V8 411/8 

V8 Ranch & Walters Livestock

Boling, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

JDH DAKODAH MANSO 277/1

Sire: JDH MR ARAWN MANSO 634/7 

Dam: JDH LADY FRANCINE MANSO 869/0 ET 

Anthony & Christy Smith

Mendenhall, Mississippi

Grand Champion Red Bull

MR. RED V8 521/9 “RED BARON”

Sire: +MR. V8 146/8 

Dam: MS CC LADY BELL 21/9 

V8 Ranch & Walters Livestock

Boling, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR GR FERDINANDO 4/23

Sire: +SRS MR. TROUBADOR 933 

Dam: CT MS BUTLER RHINEAUX (P) 

Garner Ranch

Anna, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

79’S MISS 70/23

Sire: MR. V8 365/8 

Dam: MISS V8 895/8 

79 Cattle Company

Boerne, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MC3 MISS VIVI 5/3

Sire: MR. V8 792/7  

Dam: MISS B-F 246/1 

Madelyn C. Chamberlin

Coushatta, Louisiana

Grand Champion Red Female

SCC MS. SEVEN STELLA V 2/2

Sire: MR. V8 511/8 

Dam: +CT MS SMOKIN CAPTAIN 

Scanlan Cattle Co.

Prairieville, Louisiana

Reserve Champion Red Female

DC MISS POLLED MAE 9/2

Sire: LMC LN POLLED PAPPO 136/6 (P)

Dam: +CT MS NANNIE MAE RHINEAUX 

Cynthia M. Campbell

De Klab, Texas

2025 International Brahman Show

Houston, Texas

Judge: Chris Mullinix

With over 27 years of experience in livestock judging, Chris Mullinix brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the 2025 International Brahman Show. A professor in the Department of Animal Sciences at Kansas State University, Mullinix has judged shows in 43 states and Canada, mentoring countless young livestock evaluators along the way. His deep respect for the Brahman breed and commitment to sound, functional cattle make him the perfect choice to sort this year’s top contenders.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

BRC JOHNNY BRAHMAN 299

Sire: MSP KING GARRETT 584/1 Dam: +BRC SWEETIE 486/8 

Brandon and Rachel Cutrer

Wharton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

BRC MONEY DON’T JIGGLE 240

Sire: +MR. V8 458/7 

Dam: +MISS V8 103/8 

Brandon and Rachel Cutrer

Wharton, Texas

Grand Champion Red Bull

MR WF SHILOH RED WHISKEY (P) 55

Sire: #BROLGA GULLY 2254/0 (P) Dam: MORENO MS LADY RAZZLYN 430/2

Shiloh Farms/Weston Taylor

Maringouin, Louisiana

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR GR FERDINANDO 4/23

Sire: +SRS MR. TROUBADOR 933 

Dam: CT MS BUTLER RHINEAUX (P) 

Garner Ranch

Anna, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

BRC ME AGAIN MARGARET 254

Sire: +MR. V8 458/7 

Dam: +MISS V8 103/8 

Mollie Jo Cutrer

Wharton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MISS V8 948/9

Sire:  +MR. V8 195/8  

Dam: +JDH LADY ASHTYN MANSO 210/2 

Quinn Padgett

Grand Chenier, Louisiana

Grand Champion Red Female

MISS WCC ROSALITA 560/3

Sire: MR. WCC 296/8 

Dam: MISS WCC ROSIE 336/9 

Rhett Owen Fontenot

Austin, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Female

MISS WCC LADY DIOR 545/2

Sire: +MR WCC MAXIMUS ROJO 82/4 

Dam: MISS WCC 355/9 ET 

Ryan Mack Simpson

Rio Hondo, Texas

photos by: Next Level Images

2025 Heart of Texas Brahman Show

Belton, Texas

Judge: Cole Young

A former member of Texas A&M’s 2001 National Collegiate Livestock Judging Team, Cole Young holds a degree in Agricultural Development. His career includes mentoring two Collegiate Livestock Judging Teams at Sam Houston State University and seven years in Ag Science and Extension education.

Now based in Katy, Texas, Cole and his family raise purebred Brahman cattle while staying active in the industry through his work at Bag Supply Company.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

SCHULTES MR PENDLETON 361/2

Sire: MR. SCC SCHULTES LOUI 194/8

Dam: +MISS SCC SCHULTES DELTA 252/0

Schulte Cattle Company

Brenham, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

WR MR ARCHIE DAN 335

Sire: JDH DANNON MANSO 334/5 ET

Dam: +WR MS. MADDI ROCK 087

Watts Ranch

Frost, Texas

Grand Champion Red Bull

MR HC ASHER 199/3

Sire: +MR WCC MAXIMUS ROJO 82/4 

Dam: +MISS 7IL 131 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR LPC 264

Sire: MR LPC 001 

Dam: LADY L FIONA ROJO 409 

I.S. Ranch Fitting Services

Llano, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

MISS HC QUINN 180/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1 

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MORENO MS LADY STAR POWER 418/4

Sire: +MORENO MR. ROCK STAR 625

Dam: +MORENO MS. LADY VIOLET MANSO 576/0

Moreno Ranches Inc.

Riesel, Texas

Grand Champion Red Female

MR HC ASHER 199/3

Sire: +MR WCC MAXIMUS ROJO 82/4

Dam: +MISS 7IL 131

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Female

MORENO MS LADY ROCK Z ROSE 4/4

Sire: +MORENO MR. ROCK STAR 625

Dam: +MORENO MS. LADY VIOLET MANSO 576/0

Moreno Ranches Inc.

Riesel, Texas

2025 ABBA Winter Classic

Belton, Texas

Judge: Dakota Smith

Dakota Smith is a respected cattleman, judge, and industry professional with deep roots in agriculture. Raised on a diversified livestock operation in Southeast Oklahoma, his passion for cattle started early and has shaped his career in the livestock industry.

A highly accomplished livestock judge, Dakota competed on top-tier teams in high school and college, earning multiple top-5 individual finishes. Today, he resides in Estherwood, Louisiana, where he operates Smith Livestock Services, specializing in show and sale consulting, herd management, and mating selections. His expertise has taken him across the United States, Mexico, and Thailand, judging elite cattle competitions.

One of Dakota’s career highlights includes breeding flush mates that were named Champion and Reserve Champion Red Females at the 2022 International Brahman Show.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

MR V8 451/9 “HULLABULLOO”

Sire: +MR. V8 146/8 “SLOAN”

Dam: MISS V8 411/8

Walters Livestock

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

WR MR ARCHIE DAN 335

Sire: JDH DANNON MANSO 334/5 ET

Dam: +WR MS. MADDI ROCK 087

Watts Ranch

Grand Champion Red Bull

MR RED V8 521/9 “RED BARON”

Sire: +MR. V8 146/8 

Dam: MS CC LADY BELL 21/9 

Walters Livestock

Reserve Champion Red Bull

MR HC DENZEL 195/3

Sire: +MR. CBR 667/8

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

MISS HC QUINN 180/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1 

Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

Reserve Champion Grey Female

DM MISS POPPY 20/4

Sire: WL MR DM CASH ON HAND 

Dam: JDH LADY KELBY MANSO 443/2 

DM Cattle

Grand Champion Red Female

SRS MS MAMMA MIA

Sire:  SRS JOE KID 185

Dam: MORENO MS. LADY RIZZA MIA 

Keen Swaner

Waco, Texas

Reserve Champion Red Female

MISS HC BOUJEE 235/4

Sire: HK X-RAY

Dam: MISS HC PIPER 163/2 

Herzog Cattle

Chilton, Texas

2025 South Florida Fair

West Palm Beach, Florida

Judge: Cole Young

A former member of Texas A&M’s 2001 National Collegiate Livestock Judging Team, Cole Young holds a degree in Agricultural Development. His career includes mentoring two Collegiate Livestock Judging Teams at Sam Houston State University and seven years in Ag Science and Extension education.

Now based in Katy, Texas, Cole and his family raise purebred Brahman cattle while staying active in the industry through his work at Bag Supply Company.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

NC PISTOL DUSO 357 (P)

Sire: MR SG 131/8 (S)

Dam: DTC DUSIE 20

Kody Stalnaker

Lake Butler, Florida

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

JJW MR NEWT 1/4

Sire: NC NORTON 263

Dam: 45/1

Jenna Jae Walpole

Okeechobee, Floria

Grand Champion Red Bull

LGL MR RED RISKY 13

Sire: +MORENO MR RISQUE INTENTIONS 435

Dam: LGL PASSION 2/1

Lilly Grace Larson

Okeechobee, Florida

Reserve Champion Red Bull

SOCO MR BOOM 109/2

Sire: +MR FONTENOT 333

Dam: MORENO MS LADY RHINESTONE 420/2

Southern Comfort Ranch

Arcadia, Florida

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

BCC LADY PRADA 248/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1

Dam: +LADY H EMMA MANSO 288/2

Addisyn Worrell

Lake Butler, Florida

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MORENO MS LADY RISKO 272/4

Sire: MORENO MR RIQUI 47/1

Dam: MORENO MS REBA REDO 358/1

Madison Roberts

Myakka City, Florida

Grand Champion Red Female

LGL ELLIE 1/3

Sire: MR CC ELI 400/1

Dam: +MORENO MS ROSIE STAR 584/2

Lilly Grace Larson

Okeechobee, Florida

Reserve Champion Red Female

MORENO MS LADY RED POWER 54/4

Sire: SRS JOSEY WALES 256

Dam: MORENO MS LADY RICA 692/2

Mason Roberts

Myakka City, Florida

2025 Florida State Fair

Tampa, Florida

Judge: Ernie Dominguez

Ernie Dominguez grew up on a family farm in the Rio Grande Valley, where he developed a passion for the livestock industry through showing cattle and involvement in 4-H, FFA, and breed associations. A Lone Star Farmer Degree recipient, he excelled in his junior show career, earning numerous showmanship titles across Texas.

With degrees from Texas State University and the University of Kansas, Ernie has experience in agriculture, marketing, and policy, including work in Kansas state government. Now based in Austin, Texas, he remains committed to judging livestock shows, mentoring youth, and helping exhibitors improve their showmanship and cattle projects.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

RAC DON JULIO 05

Sire: +MR V8 48/8

Dam: MS SOUTH FLORIDA 320/0

Addisyn Worrell

Lake Butler, Florida

Grand Champion Red Bull

DADR PAINT IT RED 21/2

Sire: +TJF MR SMOKIN GUN 109/7

Dam: LADY L MADELINA ROJO 341

Addisyn Worrell

Lake Butler, Florida

Reserve Champion Red Bull

DADR PAINT IT RED 21/2

Sire: +TJF MR SMOKIN GUN 109/7

Dam: LADY L MADELINA ROJO 341

Addisyn Worrell

Lake Butler, Florida

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

DMC LADY POLLED NOVA 10/2 (P)

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1

Dam: LMC POLLED MUNECA 74/0 (P)

Zach Mosley

Maben, Mississippi

Reserve Champion Grey Female

LGL MISS VEGA-S 10/2

Sire: +MR H VEGA MANSO 301/2

Dam: MORENO MS LADY BECKY 368/2

Lilly Grace Larson

Okeechobee, Florida

Grand Champion Red Female

WALTERS MARASCHINO CHERRY ROJO 626

Sire: +TJF MR SMOKIN GUN 109/7

Dam: WALTERS EDEN ROJO 455

Chloe Briggs

New Smyrna Beach, Florida

Reserve Champion Red Female

MISS WARD 132 VALENTINE

Sire: JMC MR OAKEN 123

Dam: MORENO MS LADY STARLET 592/2

Ansley Ward

Gainesville, Florida

2025 Kissimmee Valley Livestock Show

Kissimmee, Florida

Judge: Reggie Rodriguez

Reggie Rodriguez, hailing from Sealy, Texas, is a distinguished figure in the Brahman cattle industry, renowned for his expertise and dedication as a judge and breeder. His extensive involvement in the Brahman community is highlighted by his role in officiating prestigious events. Notably, he served as the judge for the 2022 ABBA Sanctioned Open Brahman Show, held in conjunction with the Winter Board of Director & Committee Meetings at the Will Rogers Memorial Center. Beyond his judging responsibilities, Rodriguez actively contributes to the Brahman community through educational initiatives. He participates in events such as judging contests and quiz bowls, fostering knowledge and passion among upcoming enthusiasts. His commitment to the breed and its community underscores his status as a respected leader in the field.

Brahman Bull Show

Grand Champion Grey Bull

AT MR CONWAY 104/3

Sire: MR SNS MOJO 412/9

Dam: MISS KARA 134

Marlee Goodman

Lake Wales, Florida

Reserve Champion Grey Bull

JDH MR MANSO 665/1

Sire: +JDH MR MANSO 840

Dam: JDH LADY MANSO 458

JD Hudgins-Forgason Cattle Co.

Hungerford, Texas

Grand Champion Red Bull

LGL MR RED RISKY 13

Sire: +MORENO MR RISQUE INTENTIONS 435

Dam: LGL PASSION 2/1

Lilly Grace Larson

Okeechobee, Florida

Reserve Champion Red Bull

CCR MR RUSSELL SLADE 1

Sire: MR HC KANYE 123/9

Dam: RR LADY BAZOOKA JANE 24

Cypress Creek Ranch of Okeechobee, LLC

Port Saint Lucie, Florida

Brahman Female Show

Grand Champion Grey Female

BCC LADY PRADA 248/3

Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1

Dam: +LADY H EMMA MANSO 288/2

Addisyn Worrell

Lake Butler, Florida

Reserve Champion Grey Female

MISS DSC 30/3

Sire: +MR V8 48/8

Dam: BOX R MS CC 147/8

Samuel McLean Tucker

Cullman, Alabama

Grand Champion Red Female

LGL ELLIE 1/3

Sire: MR CC ELI 400/1

Dam: +MORENO MS ROSIE STAR 584/2

Lilly Grace Larson

Okeechobee, Florida

Reserve Champion Red Female

MISS WJ BETTY SUE 366/2

Sire: +CT MR JUDE RHINEAUX 4/14

Dam: MISS BLS SISTER SUE 20/6

Hayden Ross Tucker

Saint Cloud, Florida

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