A show stick is one of the essential items that needs to be with you when entering the show ring with your calf. Having said that, a frequently asked question by many Sullivan Supply customers is, “What size of show stick is for me?” During this Tips from Stock Show University® article, we will be explaining “sizing” of show sticks for exhibitors of any age and height!

The number one rule when selecting a show stick on length is – Choose a show stick that fits the animal you are exhibiting, versus the size or age of the exhibitor.  What this means is that you need to go into the show ring with a show stick that allows you to comfortably move the back feet of your animal or touch their tail. For example – Let’s say you are a younger showman that is showing a large, bred heifer. More than likely, a smaller show stick in this situation would be a disadvantage to the showman, as they might have a harder time reaching those hind legs to correctly set up their animal. In this situation, Stock Show University® would recommend using a medium to large show stick. The older or more experienced you become within the show ring, it is recommended to upgrade to the Large or Extra Large show stick. Note – this is just a recommendation, as the show stick should never be a distraction in the show ring. If a larger show stick does become a distraction or is hard to manage while showing, you should size down your show stick. 

Along with this advice, it is suggested that you practice at least 20 minutes with your animal each day for at least 45–60 days before your target show with the selected show stick length. This is so the exhibitor, along with the calf, can get accustomed to the show stick. 

For more tips and video tutorials from Stock Show University®, visit https://www.sullivansupply.com/stock-show-u/online/

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(New) November 1 — NCC Fall Edition (Kearney, NE) — Cattle Clinic

(New) November 23-24 — Nebraska 2-Day Cattle Grad Program (Columbus, NE) 
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(New) December 5 — Badger Brawl (Madison, WI) — Cattle Clinic

(New) December 6 — Hoosier Beef Congress (Indianapolis, IN) — Cattle Clinic

(New) December 6 — Michigan Winter Classic (Lansing, MI) — Cattle Clinic

December (TBA) — North Star Classic (Valley City, ND) — Cattle Clinic

December 13  — Super Point Show, Cattlelac Elite Livestock Events (Rosenberg, TX) — Cattle Clinic

December 29 — Arizona National Livestock Show (Phoenix, AZ) — Goat Clinic

December 29 — Arizona National Livestock Show (Phoenix, AZ) — Goat Team Fitting Contest

(New) February 8-9, 2025 — Arkansas 2-Day Cattle Grad Program (Fayetteville, AR) 
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(New) February 21 — NCC Winter Edition (Kearney, NE) — Cattle Clinic

March 13 —  Oklahoma Youth Expo (Oklahoma City, OK) — Doe Team Fitting Contest Prelims

March 14 — Oklahoma Youth Expo (Oklahoma City, OK) — Cattle Team Fitting Contest Prelims

March 14 — Oklahoma Youth Expo (Oklahoma City, OK) — Doe & Cattle Team Fitting Contest Finals

(New) April 26-27, 2025 — Minnesota 2-Day Cattle Grad Program (Austin, MN) 
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(New) May 10-11, 2025 — Tennessee 2-Day Cattle Grad Program (Lebanon, TN) 
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(New) May 17-18, 2025 — Georgia 2-Day 4-Species Grad Program (Jackson, GA) 
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For more information about Stock Show University® events, contact Tess Mittag, Manager of Stock Show University®, at [email protected].

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