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First-Ever New York State 4-H Livestock Bowl Held at Cornell University


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First-Ever New York State 4-H Livestock Bowl Held at Cornell University

Ithaca, NY — The inaugural New York State 4-H Livestock Bowl took place on Saturday, April 25, at Cornell University, marking an exciting new opportunity for youth across the state to showcase their knowledge and skills in livestock science.


To qualify for this year’s event, participants were required to complete an online written examination administered by their county 4-H Educator. A total of 65 youth from across New York State took the qualifying test, with the top 20 invited to compete at the state level. Of those, 15 youth ultimately participated in the competition.


Teams were randomly assembled by members of the New York State 4-H Livestock Advisory Committee to encourage collaboration and teamwork among participants from different counties.


Team Rosters:

  • Team 1: Josiah (Seneca County), Morgan (Chemung County), Mackenzie (Ontario County), Emerson (Chemung County)

  • Team 2: Shannon (Montgomery County), Levi (Schoharie County), Madaline (Steuben County), Eric (Niagara County)

  • Team 3: Delana (Delaware County), Hannah (Orange County), Cheyenne (Tioga County)

  • Team 4: Tianna (Chautauqua County), Charlotte (Erie County), Alaina (Wyoming County), Richelle (Delaware County)


Following a competitive series of rounds, final team standings were as follows:

  • 1st Place: Team 1

  • 2nd Place: Team 2

  • 3rd Place: Team 3

  • 4th Place: Team 4


Top Individual Performers:

  1. Shannon Denning

  2. Morgan Evan

  3. Josiah Freier

  4. Delana Wood

  5. Levi Blook

  6. Tianna Bova

  7. Cheyenne Moyers

  8. Hannah Wieboldt

  9. Alaina Bliss

  10. Emerson Swimelar


The top four individual participants will go on to represent New York State at the National Competition in Louisville, Kentucky, this November.


“We are incredibly proud of all participants for their hard work and dedication,” said Brian Aukema, NYS 4-H Youth Livestock and Companion Animal Specialist. “This event highlights the strength of our 4-H youth programs and the bright future for the livestock industry in New York State.”


For more information or to support a youth attending the national competition, please contact Brian Aukema at bja14@cornell.edu.

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