In just its second year, the American Royal Spring Livestock Show is already seeing remarkable momentum. The 2025 event saw significant growth in participation and prize money, drawing exhibitors from across the country and reinforcing the American Royal’s commitment to advancing youth involvement in agriculture and livestock exhibition.
With nearly 1,500 entries—a 25% increase from its inaugural year—the show welcomed 1,190 animals from 27 states across the goat, sheep, cattle and swine divisions. A total of $33,000 in payouts was awarded, including $3,000 in new added money for top exhibitors.
“The energy and enthusiasm from our exhibitors this year made it incredibly rewarding to be part of,” said Matt Durian, livestock manager at the American Royal. “Our mission is founded in offering high-quality opportunities for youth in livestock, and it’s clear this early season show met that intent.”
The 2025 Grand Champions
Swine
- Gilt: Landen Thomas, Cameron, Mo.
- Market Swine: Brenna Dryer, Carlock, Ill.
- Prospect Swine: Tristyn Nelson, Coweta, Okla.
- Swine Showman: Olivia Vorpagel, Adams, Minn.
Cattle
- Heifer: Cal Pryor, Woodbine, Iowa
- Steer: Ace James, Van Alstyne, Texas
- Prospect Steer: Kenzie Campbell, Corydon, Iowa
- Steer Momma: Clayton Pribyl, Milligan, Neb.
- Cattle Showman: Raegan Gilbert, Lula, Ga.
Sheep
- Ewe: Lakelyn Newcomb, Elk City, Okla.
- Lamb: Holden Wise, Brownwood, Texas
- Prospect Lamb: Lakelyn Newcomb, Elk City, Okla.
- Sheep Showman: Exhibitor from Tribune, Kan.
Goats
- Doe: Kinley Hofschulte, Miami, Okla.
- Goat: Layne Allen, Elk City, Okla.
- Prospect Goat: Harper Hess, Bushnell, Ill.
- Goat Showman: Kobi Scroggins, Moore, Okla.
The Spring Livestock Judging Clinic also returned with record attendance, drawing 81 participants from 17 states—up from 49 in 2024. Led by Mattie Haynes, head judging coach of Northeastern Oklahoma A&M, the clinic offered hands-on experience in evaluating livestock and presenting oral reasons.
Meanwhile, the popular TransOva Egg Hunt welcomed 90 participants from 13 states. Four youth participants were awarded $250 TransOva Service Certificates, while one adult received a $500 certificate and a voucher to the Beer Garden.
Founded in 1899, the American Royal continues to build on its legacy of excellence in livestock exhibition. Hosting two national livestock shows each year, the organization remains dedicated to providing exceptional opportunities for youth and industry leaders alike.
Learn more at americanroyal.com.
