TEXAS INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR BRANGUS SHOW
BRYAN, TEXAS
JUNE 17-20, 2015
Greetings!!!
It is time again to get ready for the Texas International Junior Brangus Breeders
show to be held in Bryan, Texas at the Brazos County Expo Center, June 17-20,
2015. The Black and Red Brangus cattle will show together as a single breed. The show
is a great time for lots of fun, family, and fellowship with all the juniors from across the
state.
Along with all the showmanship, public speaking, photography, digital art and team
fitting we have a number of fun activities scheduled. Quiz bowl is a great time to test
your knowledge about cattle and the Brangus organization as well. Get your team ready.
If you don't have a team we can draft one for you. Adults you can join in the fun as well.
We will have a “Fun Night” activity on Thursday evening as well as a General
Membership Meeting.
Lunch will be provided each day at the Expo Center to keep things easy and convenient.
Meal tickets need to be purchased when you register at a cost of $15 per exhibitor or $20
per non exhibitor. These prices include a full catered meal and drinks on Thursday and
Friday at lunch as well as the Awards Program and Dinner on Saturday. The menu for
Thursday and Friday will include McAlester’s Deli and Cane’s Chicken. A delicious steak
dinner will be provided at the Awards Program on Saturday afternoon. If you need to add
additional meal purchases upon registration at the show, the cost will be $20 per person.
Mark your calendars, send in your entries and get packing. Come have a ball in Bryan
with all your Brangus friends and meet some new ones too!
TJBBA Board of Directors
Adrian Whipple
Amy Hessler
Claire Smart
Demi Hunt
DJ Duty
Aimee Adamak
Kalyn Watt
Victoria Parkey
Zane Cantor
Tanner Miller
Holli Baker
Taylor Goerlitz
HOTEL INFORMATION
The headquarters hotel for the 2015 Texas International Junior Brangus Show is the
Best Western Premier at Old Town Center, 1920 Austin’s Colony Pkwy, Bryan, TX
77802 Phone: 979-731-5300. This is also the host hotel for the National Junior Brangus
Show, July 20-26, 2014. Please specify TEXAS Jr. Brangus Breeder’s Block.
Please Call (979-731-5300) directly and ask for the Texas Junior Brangus Breeder's
Assn Block of Rooms. It is very important to call the Bryan Best Western directly
rather than making an on-line reservation. This will ensure our Special Room Rate
of $105.00 Single/Night a n d $ 1 0 9 . 0 0 D o u b l e / N i g h t plus tax. The Hotel has a
complimentary breakfast and outdoor pool. Currently the room block will expire May
2 5 , 2015.
Other hotels in the area: Hampton Inn (979-846-0184), Holiday Inn Express (979846-8700), La Quinta (979-696-7777), Ramada Inn (979-846-0300).
TEXAS INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR BRANGUS SHOW
EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
JUNE 1 7 - 2 0 , 2015 BRENHAM, TEXAS
I. The deadline for all entries is May 8 , 2015. For entries postmarked May 9 - 2 5 , 2015 add $50.00. No
entries will be accepted after this date.
2. Exhibitors must not have had their 22nd birthday by January 1, 2015 to be eligible to show. Texas
residents must be paid members of the TJBBA to enter. Residents of other states are not required to
be members of the TJBBA.
3. All animals must be registered with the IBBA and original registration papers must be in the name
of the junior exhibitor at least 60 days (April 22nd) prior to exhibition. 100% ownership in the
name of the junior, on the registration papers must be maintained throughout the exhibitor's
career in junior events. No partnerships, co-owned, or co-op entries will be accepted. Also, NO
PENDING PAPERS will be accepted. (See Animals Eligible for Registration)
4. Papers will be checked at the show and original registration papers must be presented.
Prior to check-in, heads of breeding animals must be clipped of all hair including top knots,
and be free of scurs and/or slick spots.
5. All animals must be shown by the individual in whose name the animal is registered, unless the
individual has more than one entry in a class. An exception to this requirement may be allowed upon
approval by the advisory board for TJBBA Members participating in a 4-H or FFA event. Exhibitors
participating in the 4-H or FFA event may have their animals exhibited by another TJBBA member in
good standing. A parent (or guardian) of the absent exhibitor must be present at the TJBBA State
Show at the time of exhibition. A written request for this exception must be made to the TJBBA
advisors prior to the commencement of the State Show for approval.
6. An entry fee of $30.00 per head per class must accompany each entry. Checks should be made
payable to the TJBBA. Entry deadline is May 8, 2015. No refunds will be given after this date.
7. All entries will be under the control and direction of the show superintendents/advisors, and the
IBBA, TBBA, and TJBBA will not be responsible for any loss, injury, or damage done to, occasioned
by, or arising from any animal or article exhibited by an individual. He or she shall indemnify the
above associations and organizations against all legal and other proceedings in regard thereto, as
well as damage or injury to any other persons or property, caused by the exhibitor or any of the
animals exhibited by the exhibitor or any of the animals entered.
8. Persons making entries in the show shall agree to abide by all rules and regulations of the IBBA,
TBBA and TJBBA.
9. There is no limit to the numbers of animals that may be entered by an exhibitor.
10. Heifer classes and Bred and Owned Heifer classes will consist of females born on or after May 1, 2013.
Bull classes and Bred and Owned Bull classes will consist of bulls born on or after May 1, 2012. (If
there are at least 10 IBBA Red Heifer Entries we will have a separate red show.)
11. "Bred and Owned" means the junior must be the breeder and the owner of the animal entered.
"Breeder" is defined as the owner of the dam at time of service. "First owner" is defined as the
owner of the dam at the time the calf is born. The junior exhibitor must be the recorded owner of
the dam prior to conception. No back dating of papers will be allowed.
12. A special Cow/Calf Pair Division will be offered. The calf at side must be the cow's natural calf (no
ET calves) and not more than 255 days of age by show date. The calf must also be registered with
the IBBA. There will be two classes:
*Cows calved January 1, 2013 to April 30, 2013
*Cows calved January 1, 2011 to December 31, 2012
13. New!!! Percentage Show. Heifers entered in this division will be at least 50% Brangus, and must have at
least one parent registered with the IBBA. An IBBA certificate must be presented at check-in verifying
that they have at least one registered parent. This show will only be open to heifers born after May 1,
2013. ( Contact the IBBA office for information on obtaining certificates. Ownership deadlines will
apply.)
***ENTRY DEADLINE IS MAY 8, 2015***
14. All cattle entries will be listed in the program in order of age from youngest to oldest. Individual
classes will be divided based on the number o f entries. No class will be larger than 10 head.
15. Barn facilities will be available Wednesday, June 1 7 t h , 2015 at noon. No animals or
equipment will be allowed in the barn before this time. Entries must be in place by 8:00 a.m.
on June 18th, 2015. RV and Trailer Hookups: Please contact the Expo Center
directly to make arrangements.
16. Each exhibitor is responsible for the feeding and care of his or her own animals. Each exhibitor is
responsible for cleaning their stall area before leaving.
17. Show Supplies will be available during the show from Supreme Show Supply and
Sullivan Show Supply. If you would like to view their product line s in advance,
please see their website s at www.supremeshowsupply.com and
www.sullivanshowsupply.com .
18. Health certificates and registration papers will be required on each animal. These
documents will be checked beginning at 9:00am on June 1 8 th , 2015.
19. All contests, including Showmanship, will be divided into three divisions, Junior (7 -11),
Intermediate (12-15), and Senior (16-21). Age is as of January 1, 2015.
20. Exhibitors unable to handle or control their c a t t l e will not be allowed to show.
21. Entries will be released after the conclusion of the show. Any Exhibitor not attending the
A wards Banquet on Saturday, June 20th, 2015 WILL FORFEIT ALL AWARDS. Exhibitor
Meals for the Awards Banquet are i n c l u d e d i n t h e i r m e a l r e g i s t r a t i o n . Additional
Banquet tickets may be purchased by family members and/or guests for $15.00 each.
22. All exhibitors will be required to wear the official 2015 Texas International Junior Brangus Show TShirt during the show on Saturday, June 20th. Each exhibitor will be provided with one T -shirt at
no cost. Additional T-shirts may be purchased at $15.00 each. At time of entry, please state the
size and number of T-shirts needed. If attending the 2015 NJBS Show in Duncan, Oklahoma
please take your 2015 TJBBA shirt with you to be worn for opening ceremonies there.
TEXAS INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR BRANGUS SHOW
Brenham, Texas
JUNE 1 7 - 2 0 , 2 0 1 5
CONTEST RULES & INFORMATION
ALL CONTEST PARTICIPANTS MUST BE A CURRENT TJBBA MEMBER AS OF MAY 8 ,
2015.
Showmanship Contest
This contest will be open to any current TJBBA member, whose dues are paid for 2015. Showmanship
competition consists of three divisions: Junior (7-11 yrs. old), Intermediate (12-15 yrs. old), and Senior
(16-21 yrs. old). The age is as of January 1 , 2015. No prior selection process or requirements must be
met to participate. The Brangus animal used in the showmanship contest does not have to be owned by
the showman. However, each individual showman is responsible for securing an animal to show. No bulls
will be allowed in showmanship.
Photography Contest
This contest will be open to any current TJBBA member, whose dues are paid for 2015. One (1) entry is
allowed per contestant. Three divisions of the Photography Contest will be available in 2015:
Junior (7-11), Intermediate (12-15), and Senior (16-21). Contestants should submit a 5 x 7 inch color
or black & white photograph, mounted on an 8" x 1 0" piece of black poster-board. NO
PHOTOCOPIES; ALL PHOTOS MUST BE PRINTED ON ORIGINAL PHOTO PAPER. The
following information must be written on the back of the poster-board: Contestant's name, hometown,
and age (as of 1/1/2015). Photos MUST BE ORIGINALS, must include Brangus and cannot be altered
or image-enhanced in any way. JUNIORS MUST BE THE SOLE PHOTOGRAPHER. Judges will
evaluate the entries, and first, second, and third prizes will be awarded in each of the three divisions.
Photography C ontest entries should be brought with you to Bryan. Then entries will be collected
on Thursday, June 18th at contest check-in time.
Digital Art Contest
This contest will be open to any current TJBBA member, whose dues are paid for 2015. One (1) entry is
allowed per contestant. Three divisions of the Digital Art Contest will be available in 2015: Junior (7-11),
Intermediate (12-15), and Senior (16-21). Contestants should submit a 5x7 print of the artwork mounted on an
8”x10” piece of black poster-board. The following information must be written on the back of the poster-board:
Contestant's name, hometown, and age (as of 1/1/2015). Digital Art images are created or drastically altered in
software like Adobe Photoshop®, Photoshop Elements, Aperture or iPhoto. JUNIORS MUST BE THE SOLE
PHOTOGRAPHER AND ARTISTIC DEVELOPER. DIGITAL ART MUST INCLUDE BRANGUS. Judges
will evaluate the entries, and first, second, and third prizes will be awarded in each of the three divisions.
Digital Art Contest entries should be brought with you to Bryan. Entries will be collected on
Thursday, June 18th at contest check-in time.
Public Speaking Contest
This contest will be open to any current TJBBA member, whose dues are paid for 2015. Three
divisions will be available in 2015: Junior (7-11), Intermediate (12-15), and Senior (16-21).
Contestants are required to submit at check-in (10 am Thursday, June 1 8 th, 2015) three (3) typewritten,
double-spaced copies of their speech on 8 1/2" x 11" white paper. No visual aids will be
allowed. Please mark Public Speaking on Registration Summary Sheet. Typed speeches should also
include a bibliography. Topics must pertain to Brangus cattle or the Brangus breed in general. There
is no minimum time limit in the Junior and Intermediate divisions, but there is a maximum time limit of
six (6) minutes. The Senior division has a minimum time limit of five (5) minutes and a maximum time
limit of eight (8) minutes. Contestants in each division will draw for the order in which the speeches
will be presented to the judges. Junior and Intermediate division contestants will not have a limit on the
number of cards they use. Contestants in the Senior division may use note cards with information on
one side only. Excessive reference to note cards may result in deductions from a contestant's overall
score. Judges will be furnished with a typewritten copy of contestants' speech. Each judge will be
allowed to ask questions. After each contestant has made his/her presentation, they will be scored on
composition and delivery. A time keeper will record the time used by each contestant in delivering the
speech, noting under time and overtime, if any, for which deductions will be made.
Entries for Public Speaking Contest must be submitted by cattle entry deadline.
COMPUTER-GENERATED BRANGUS ADVERTISEMENT
Only one (1) entry allowed per contestant. Winners will be selected by judges in three age divisions: junior (7-12),
intermediate (13-16), and senior (17-21). Advertisements should be 8.5” x 11”, which is one-full sheet of paper,
no folds. DO NOT MATTE OR MOUNT YOUR ARTWORK ON ANYTHING! Ads can be about general
Brangus promotion or promotion of a specific Brangus operation. Contestants’ entries will be evaluated for
their originality, neatness, and how well the message is conveyed. The entire advertisement must be computer
generated. It can be in color or black and white, and will not be counted off if color is not used. Advertisements
must be turned in during contest check-in. JUNIORS MUST BE THE SOLE DESIGNER.
Team Fitting Contest
This contest will be open to any current TJBBA member, whose dues are paid for 2015. Sign up at cattle
check-in. Each team will consist of a Junior and Senior with teams to be drawn at the show. Teams are
randomly drawn and will consist of one junior (14 and under as of Jan 1, 2015) and one senior member.
Team members will have twenty minutes to fit the heifer. The senior may demonstrate for the first five minutes.
After the 5 minute instruction period the junior will be given 15 minutes to fit. During the final 15 minutes the
senior will not be allowed to touch the animal but may instruct the junior member. At the completion of fitting
they will be removed from the chute and the judge will evaluate the animals. This contest will be judged on fitting
skills, and team work.
All-Around Champion Competition
At the 2015 Texas International Junior Brangus Show, points will be tabulated in four major events to
determine an All-Around Champion in each of three divisions: Junior (7-11), Intermediate (12-15), and
Senior (16-21). Each contestant must compete in all four of the events listed below to qualify for AllAround competition. The four events are as follows:
Showmanship Contest
Photography Contest
Public Speaking Contest
Highest Placing Animal Exhibited in the Show
Points will be awarded based on the first five placing’s in each of the four events:
First
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
50
40
30
20
10
Grand Champion and Reserve Champions in the show ring competition will be awarded extra points.
Grand Champions will receive an extra ten (10) points. Reserve Champions will receive an extra five
(5) points. In the show ring competition, points will be calculated on a contestants' highest placing
animal regardless of how many he or she exhibits.
Queen and Sweetheart Contest
The Texas Junior Brangus Queen and Sweetheart Contests are open to all female members of the
TJBBA who have paid dues for 2015. Contestants must also be current residents of the state of Texas.
Queen contestants must be fourteen (14) to twenty-one (21) years of age, and Sweetheart contestants
must be ten (1 0) to thirteen (13) years of age. All ages are as of January 1, 2015. Both Sweetheart
and Queen will be required to attend Ft. Worth and Houston Livestock Shows (show day only if
not participating) and the TJBBA State Show in 2016.
Applications must be returned by cattle entry deadline, May 8, 2015. Each Queen and Sweetheart
contestant must prepare (and bring to Bryan) a scrapbook that includes pictures and clippings of all
activities in which she is involved. Please bring a color 8" X 10" photo to be placed on display. All
contestants will be interviewed on Friday, June 19th, by an impartial panel of judges. Points will be
tabulated for each contestant: 47 points (application, scrapbook, interview), 26 points (TJBBA show
activities), 12 points (IJBBA show activities), 15 points (school & community), and TJBBA
membership vote tally. Voting takes place by secret ballot at the general membership meeting of the
TJBBA at the State Show.
TJBBA Director Applications
Director applicants are required to be at least 13 years old as of January 1, 2015. Applicants must have
participated in at least one TJBBA State Show, prior to 2015 Show. The election of four (4) new
directors, each of whom will serve a three-year term, will take place at the general membership meeting
of the TJBBA on Friday, June 19th. Current paid members of the TJBBA, who are residents of the state
of Texas must return an application by cattle entry deadline, May 8, 2015 if interested in applying for
the board.
Welcome to the
2015 TJBBA State
Show!
This year's show is June 17th-20th in Bryan, and
will be packed with lots of contests and competition.
You will need to be a TJBBA member if you wish
to participate in any of the events at the
S t a t e S how.
If you have not yet renewed your membership, here is
a membership application, which you will need to send in
with your show entries.
TJBBA Membership Application
Texas Junior Brangus Breeders Association
WWW.TJBBA.NET
Greg & Stacy Amber
670 Monument Trail
Lorena, TX 76655
Please complete this application and return it with the membership fee of $15.
_Active Membership
_New Member
Name
Address
City
State
Phone
E-mail
Birthday
Age & Grade (as of 1/1/13)
Parents' Name.
Signature
Zip Code
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Age
Grade
TJBBA State Show Summary Page
Exhibitor Name
Mailing Address
City
State
Zip
Phone
E-mail Address
Birthday:
Parents E-mail Address
Month
Day
Year
Age as of January 1, 2015
Signature
Parents Name & Phone number
First time exhibitor at the TJBBA Show?
Age & Grade (as of I/I/I5)
,
Age
Exhibitor T-shirt size:
Yes
No
CHILD
S M L XL
Grade
ADULT
S M L XL
The purpose of the Texas Junior Brangus Association is to encourage high moral character, sportsmanship,
leadership, and clean living among its members. With this in mind, the TJBBA discourages the use of alcohol
by all its members at any TJBBA event. Thank you for your observance of this request.
____ Black Heifer show @ 30 _____
____Cow Calf Show @ 30 _____
____Red Heifer Show @ 30 _____
____Owned Bull Show @ 30 ______
____Bred & Owned Show @ 30 _____
____Percentage Show @ 30 _____
Membership Dues @ 15 _____
Extra T-shirts Size (S, M, L XL) $15 each
(Please Specify: Child / Adult Size)
Meal Tickets (Armbands)
$15 / Exhibitor
$20 / Non Exhibitor
Total
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TEXAS JUNIOR BRANGUS BREEDERS ASSOCIATION
Director Application Form
Full Name:
Age:
(13 as of 1/1/15) Birth Date:
Parents' Names:
Parents' Address, Phone Number & Email Address:
Your Current Address and Phone Number:
Father's Occupation:
Mother's Occupation:
Number of Children in your Family:
How Long Have You Lived Around Beef Cattle?
How many TJBBA State Shows Have You Exhibited a n Animal?
(Must have participated in at least one).
Please answer the following questions on a separate page. Please use fonts no smaller
than 10 point. Double spaced preferred. Limit application to 3 pages or less.
1. Record of 4-H/FFA Club Work:
a. Number of Years involved
b. Types of Projects:
c. Offices Held or Specific Responsibilities.
2. Record of Brangus Activities
a. Number of years with Brangus Projects: heifers/steers/bulls
b. Achievements and Recognition with Brangus Cattle
c. Junior Brangus Offices you have held and dates:
3. Any comments you may have concerning the TJBBA that may improve the
Association.
Texas Junior Brangus Breeders Association
Board of Directors
Duties and Responsibilities Commitment Agreement
Texas Directors are required to read the following agreement outlining the requirements of Texas D irectors and
officers and recognizing said officer's and director's commitment to fulfill their outlined duties as stated in the
TJBBA Constitution.
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Each DIRECTOR will be responsible for acting in an appropriate behavior at all TJBBA
Activities and for setting an example for others to follow. (Ex: No profanity, No
underage drinking, No tobacco products.)
Each DIRECTOR will adhere to the dress code set out by the Board of Directors.
Each DIRECTOR will be responsible for obtaining award sponsors for Shows
designated by the TJBBA Advisors.
Each DIRECTOR will be responsible for selling the minimum number of ads or the
minimum dollar amount for the Texas Junior Brangus Show Program.
Each DIRECTOR will attend all board meetings held throughout the year as well as others so
designated. If unable to attend the President and Adult Advisor MUST be contacted in writing
prior to the meeting. If two meetings within one year (starting with the State show and ending
with the State show) are missed the director will be subject to dismissal from the Board of
Directors by a 2/3 vote.
Each DIRECTOR will serve as a member service representative for ALL members of the Texas
Junior Brangus Breeders Association and communicate with interested junior breeders in their
area.
Each DIRECTOR will strive to improve and strengthen the entire organization through
leadership development and personal goals by participation in as many beneficial opportunities
that are available.
Each DIRECTOR is expected to actively participate and voice his or her opinion during board
meetings and contribute positively to discussions being held.
Each DIRECTOR is responsible for keeping an open channel of communication between other
directors. Board members are urged to communicate with adult advisors and other directors at
least once a month.
Each DIRECTOR will be responsible for obtaining a navy blazer, white button-up shirt and
khaki pants. These will be worn to major Brangus functions and in the show ring during major
shows. Also, two polo shirts, colors to be determined. A nametag will be provided by the
Association and MUST be worn also.
Each DIRECTOR is required to work the ring (in official dress) at major Brangus shows or
whenever possible.
Each DIRECTOR will be at least 13 years of age on January 1st of the current
application year.
Each DIRECTOR will have participated in at least one TJBBA State Show.
I have read and understand the above duties and responsibilities, which will be expected of me while serving as a
Director for Texas Junior Brangus Breeders Association. I also understand that by signing this form, I agree to fulfill
a three year term. I further understand that violations of this agreement SHALL result in my subsequent removal
from the Texas Junior Board.
Applicant
Applicant's Parent
Date
Date
TJBBA President
Date
Please sign and attach with application and return by Entry Deadline May 8.
TEXAS JUNIOR BRANGUS BREEDERS ASSOCIATION
QUEEN AND SWEETHEART APPLICATION
Sweetheart Contest (Girls 10-13)
Queen Contest (Girls 14 to 21)
Age is as of January 1, 2015. Contestants must be residents of the state of Texas. (Current
year refers to previous 12 months) You must bring an 8 X 10 color photo for display. A
scrapbook of your activities must be brought with you to the show for display.
On a separate sheet of paper please provide the following information. Please do not
use type smaller than a 10 point font. Double spacing is preferred. Limit application to 3
pages or less.
Once elected Sweetheart/Queen, you are required to attend Ft. Worth and Houston
Livestock Shows (day of show only if not participating) and the State Brangus Show for
2015-2016.
I. General Information
Full Name:
Birth Date:
Address:
Phone#:
Hair Color, Eye Color:
School Presently Attending:
Grade Average and/or Class Ranking:
List clubs, organizations, and other activities that you have participated in:
Honors and Accomplishments:
II. List your participation in Brangus Activities in the Current Year 2014-2015:
At the State Jr. Brangus Show including Showing (Owned & Bred and Owned), Showmanship,
Quiz Bowl, Photo Contest, Public Speaking Contest, Offices held.
At the IJBBA National Brangus Show Level include participation in Showing, Team Fitting,
Cattle Judging, Showmanship, and Public Speaking Contest:
Ill. Plans and Goals after Completing Schooling:
IV. Write a short paragraph on why you want to be TJBBA Sweetheart/Queen.
Signature of Contestant:
Signature of Parent or Guardian:
RETURN BY MAY 8th w/
your State Show Registration
TO:
TJBBA c/o Greg & Stacy Amber
670 Monument Trail
Lorena, TX 76655