Cedarcrest sends first-ever FFA team to state horse judging event

Cedarcrest’s FFA team traveled to Ellensburg on April 19, to the state FFA horse judging competition, for the first time in Cedarcrest FFA history. Team members included, Avery Jacob, Brooke Downing, Haley Wilkes, Chloe Walker, Taylor Ford, and Ella Dianich. (Courtesy Photo)

May 23, 2017 12:04 pm
Cedarcrest High School FFA members who competed in the state horse judging competition included Avery Jacob, Brooke Downing, Haley Wilkes, Chloe Walker, Taylor Ford, and Ella Dianich. Courtesy Photo
Cedarcrest High School FFA members who competed in the state horse judging competition included Avery Jacob, Brooke Downing, Haley Wilkes, Chloe Walker, Taylor Ford, and Ella Dianich. Courtesy Photo

By Zakya Misallati Cedarcrest FFA Reporter

Cedarcrest’s FFA team traveled to Ellensburg on April 19, to the state FFA horse judging competition, for the first time in Cedarcrest FFA history. Team members included, Avery Jacob, Brooke Downing, Haley Wilkes, Chloe Walker, Taylor Ford, and Ella Dianich.

The team did well, placing 12th out of 30 teams.

The purpose of the Horse Evaluation Career Development Event is to promote the study of and interest in equine science selection, care and well-being, management and production through the agricultural education curriculum, encourage experiential learning through use of practical skills and applied knowledge, and provide recognition for those who have demonstrated skills and competencies as a result of instruction in equine science.

When asked about the event Brooke Downing, sophomore at Cedarcrest, said “it was so great to use the horse knowledge I have learned since I was little.”