We caught up with Kenna Cooley of Kansas! Kenna recently exhibited the Grand Champion Market Goat at Aksarben as well as 5th Overall Wether Dam at the North American!

Age: 15

Hometown/School: I am currently a Sophomore at West Franklin High School in Pomona, KS.

Future Plans:
I plan to attend Oklahoma State University and major in Ag education. I’d like to be an Ag teacher/FFA advisor, along with raising livestock.

How many years have you been showing? Do you show any other species?
I have been showing goats for 7 years. I don’t show any other species.

Other hobbies besides showing livestock?
I am actively involved in 4-H and FFA. I am currently the Treasurer for my HS FFA Chapter. I also play basketball.

Best stock show memory:
My best stock show memory to date is wining Grand Champion Market Goat at the 2021 Aksarben Stock Show. I picked that goat out when he was just a few weeks old. Seeing the happiness that win brought to my family and friends was the best feeling ever!

Tell us about your recent champion.
I exhibited the 5th overall wether dam (Division 1 Champion) at NAILE in Louisville, raised by Kempker Livestock known in the barn as Night Hawk. I could never thank Trent and Emma Kempker enough for raising such amazing animals along with shaping me into the showman and person I am today. Truly blessed!

What is one word that describes the feelings you had stepping foot into the Grand Drive?
Proud

Favorite Livestock Show:
AKSARBEN

THIS OR THAT
Washing or Clipping
Washing

Halter Breaking or Training to Brace
Training to Brace

Banners or Buckles
Buckles

Cleaning Pens or Changing/Cleaning Water Buckets
Changing/Cleaning Water Buckets