NEO claims Championship Title at North American International Livestock Exposition
MIAMI, Okla. – Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College (NEO) has reclaimed its place in history, securing the Champion Team title at the prestigious North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) in Louisville, Kentucky.
This marks a monumental return to the top, as NEO first won the Junior College Livestock Judging Contest title in 1974 and has now ended a 33-year drought, solidifying NEO’s status as the second-most-winning junior college in NAILE history. The team’s remarkable performance included being named:
- Champion Team in Swine
- Champion Team in Sheep
- 3rd High Team in Reasons
- 4th High Team in Cattle
Additionally, the team achieved impressive individual top-placements.
Individual Highlights:
Tyeson Gravenhof
- 2nd High Individual Overall
- 3rd High Individual Swine
- 4th High Individual Reasons
- 5th High Individual Sheep
Avery Kimble
- 3rd High Individual Overall
- 4th High Individual Swine
- 14th High Individual Reasons
Jacey Smith
- 9th High Individual Overall
- 6th High Individual Cattle
- 12th High Individual Reasons
Dustee Hollenback
- 11th High Individual Overall (tied for 10th)
- 13th High Individual Swine
- 14th High Individual Sheep
The Champion Team includes Tyeson Gravenhof, Avery Kimble, Jacey Smith, Dustee Hollenback, Brighton Lane, Cooper Frazier, and Chloe Mabry.
This historic achievement is a testament to the dedication, skill, and perseverance of the team and their coaches. It is also a reflection of the unwavering support from NEO’s college leadership, alumni, and community.
“Winning this title is more than a moment of triumph; it’s a continuation of NEO’s rich history and a celebration of the tireless efforts of everyone involved,” said Livestock Judging Coach Mattie Haynes.
NEO proudly acknowledges that this achievement is not only a milestone in the program’s legacy but a source of inspiration for future generations of livestock judging students.