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Dailee Postell, Sulphur Springs FFA member, caught a calf at the Fort Worth Stock Show. -
Luke Norman of Sulphur Springs FFA caught a calf at the Fort Worth Stock Show. -
Jaxon Hudson of Cumby FFA caught a calf at the Fort Worth Stock Show.
At least three local youth — Jaxon Hudson of Cumby FFA, Luke Norman of Sulphur Springs FFA and Dailee Postell of Sulphur Bluff FFA — caught a calf during the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s Calf Scramble, each earning a $500 purchase certificate for a show heifer and the chance for up to $16,000 in scholarship awards.
Hudson’s parents are Emma and Jason Hudson. His award was sponsored by The Law Office of Kerry Collins.
Norman’s parents are Holly and Clint Norman. His award was sponsored by Mama's Pizza.
Postell’s parents are Jaci and Michael Postell. Her award was sponsored by Fred's Texas Café North.
One of the Stock Show’s most iconic and popular events, the Calf Scramble gives 20 students an opportunity to catch 10 calves during one of 22 performances of the legendary Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo held Jan. 12 through February 3. Those not catching calves receive a pair of Justin Boots courtesy of the iconic western footwear maker .Justin Boots and Texas Mutual Insurance Company are overall underwriters for the legendary Calf Scramble Program.
Since the Fort Worth Calf Scramble began in 1987, nearly 8,000 4-H and FFA members who have caught a calf have been awarded a combined $4.1 million in Heifer Purchase Certificates. The student will use the purchase certificate toward the cost of a heifer that he will raise and exhibit at next year’s Stock Show. Exhibitors that submit monthly reports and a final essay may be eligible for scholarship awards that can range between $500 and $16,000. Thanks to the efforts of the Calf Scramble Sponsors and Committee members, 1,600 of those winners received a combined total of $3.6 million in scholarships.
Come to where the “West Is Fun,” and take in our authentic western vibe at the 2024 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. Rodeo in the amazing Dickies Arena is just part of the experience that also includes tantalizing food, shopping, livestock shows, live music, carnival-midway, equestrian competitions, petting zoo and much more.