Held Prior to the Houston Livestock Show Judging Contest
Each year we open our gates to livestock judging teams nationwide to learn more about Brahman cattle. Our dates are flexible based on teams schedules and time in the area. This year, we’re doing something new and exciting! Any teams are welcome to come work out. Participating in the “Challenge” is optional but not required to visit us.
The BRC Ranch Brahman Challenge is an educational judging opportunity designed to help teams and individuals sharpen their cattle evaluation skills while working hands-on with elite Brahman cattle. This challenge is open to youth and collegiate contestants and is intended to serve as a high-quality practice event and fun competitive warm up leading into Houston.
The challenge is open to the following divisions:
- 4-H / FFA members
- Junior College / Senior College Teams
- Adult “Open” Division (any age, worldwide participation welcome)
Teams and individuals are welcome to participate. There is no cost to enter. Sign up on site or pre-register online.
Location: BRC Ranch, 10406 FM 1301, Boling, Texas
Challenge Window: March 9-13th, 9 am to 3 pm daily
Teams and individuals may come at their leisure during the challenge window to complete their classes.
BRC will provide multiple practice classes including Brahman bulls and Brahman females. Students are welcome to practice on the classes whether they join the “Challenge” or not.
To join the challenge, each contestant will submit the following during the challenge window:
- Placings on 2 classes
- Questions on 2 classes covering breed character and more.
Optional Reasons Component (Highly Encouraged)
To add a “big contest” element, contestants may choose to present reasons on one class to a panel of distinguished reason takers including guest judges who are respected voices in the Brahman breed.
Adult “Open” Division – Placings and Questions Only
The Adult Open Division is open to the world — any age, any background. International guests are welcome to participate. Whether you’re a former contestant, cattle breeder, judge, ag teacher, or Brahman enthusiast… you’re invited to join in the fun and sharpen your skills.
Scoring & Results
All cards and questions must be turned in by 4 p.m. March 13th, 2026. Winners will be announced March 14th or sooner.
Awards & Prizes
Winners and top 5 / Top 10 lists will be announced online at the end of the challenge week.
Official placings will be announced on Zoom, Friday, March 13th at 5 p.m. CST.
Official placings will be presented by Katelyn Boysen.
High Individual Awards (combination of reasons, placings, questions)
- High Individual – Senior College: $500 scholarship
- High Individual – Junior College: $500 scholarship
- High Individual – FFA: $250 scholarship + $250 BRC Credit
- High Individual – 4-H: $250 scholarship + $250 BRC Credit
Prizes and recognition will be awarded to the Top 5 teams and Top 10 individuals in each category:
- 4-H
- FFA
- Junior College
- Senior College.
Awards given for placings, reasons and questions + high overall. Prize packs will be mailed following the event.
Teams are welcome to show up at their convenience during the time window, or to help us better prepare please RSVP.
You can email rachel@ranchhousedesigns.com to sign up or complete our online RSVP form.
