NEO A&M Horse Judging Team

09/09/2025

The tradition continues….

Each year, our freshmen NEO Horse Judging Team looks forward to a special tradition — welcoming NEO alumna Alisen Anderson back to share her powerful “No Excuses” story.

Alisen’s message reminds us that success isn’t just about talent or opportunity — it’s about grit, perseverance, and choosing to rise above challenges. Her words set the tone for our team, inspiring us to push harder, stay focused, and lead with resilience. Every time she speaks, we’re reminded that it’s not about what happens to you, it’s about how you respond — no excuses, just hard work and heart. 💪💙💛

We are grateful for Alisen’s continued support and for being a shining example of what it means to carry the NEO spirit.

09/02/2025

🐴✨ NEO Horse Judging Team Merch Store is LIVE!

Support the NEO Horse Judging Team and show your Norse pride with some fresh new gear!
💙🖤 Our official merch store is now open—but only for a limited time, so don’t miss out!

🛒 Shop now through September 12th!
🧢 Tees, hats, hoodies & more available!
📦 Orders ship directly to you after the store closes. Or pickup at Ables Hall!

Thank you for cheering us on—your support means the world! 🌟

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08/27/2025

one of ours!

The Year of Youth in Agriculture Spotlight🌟

A recent graduate of Wagoner High School, Kaleb Dorr is attending Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College in Miami, OK, this fall on livestock and horse judging scholarships.

Kaleb's passion for show pigs sparked his eagerness to engage in his FFA chapter. His Hampshire barrow from this past spring was a standout, securing Grand Champion titles at both the Muskogee Regional Jr. Livestock Show and the Oklahoma Youth Expo. Kaleb was very active in his FFA chapter, engaging in different leadership opportunities and being a member of the senior livestock and horse judging teams.

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08/25/2025

It’s the best time of the year- fall majors!

Help us travel this year by helping you prepare for your big fall contests!

Come up to Miami, Sep 18th to get RANCHY!!

More clinics are scheduled for Oct. Contact Hannah with any questions.

08/20/2025

Thank you for being part of the NEO Horse Judging Team! As we continue to grow and develop, we want to make sure that all our ALUMNI & SUPPORTERS stay connected and informed about the team's progress and accomplishments. We also aim to reconnect with past team members who have contributed to the legacy of excellence, so we can continue building on the strong tradition established years ago.

Alumni, parents and supporters please fill out this form to update or provide your contact information. This will help us keep you in the loop with exciting team developments, upcoming events, and opportunities to reconnect. Your information will only be used for communication related to the NEO Horse Judging Team.

We appreciate your continued support and look forward to keeping you involved! As always, "Once a Norsemen, Always a Norseman."

Thank you for being part of the NEO Horse Judging Team! As we continue to grow and develop, we want to make sure that all our alumni stay connected and informed about the team's progress and accomplishments. We also aim to reconnect with past team members who have contributed to the legacy of excell...

08/20/2025

One more for the history books!

We’d love to welcome Marisa Catron to the group. Marisa is a light that never dulls and we are so thankful she shares her heart with us. Marisa is from Dewey, Oklahoma and has been heavily involved in her FFA chapter, having served as chapter Secretary. She has spent years in the show barn with her livestock and experienced multiple different opportunities working with various horse trainers.

Welcome to the family Marisa, “DREAMS BEGIN HERE”.

08/20/2025

& we’re back!

The NEO Horse Judging team had a week well spent at the NSBA World Show working out preparing for their big fall run of contests. We are so proud of the growth the sophomores have made and happy as can be to have the incoming freshmen in Miami, finally!

There are big things coming from this group- be sure to stay updated through this page. We are incredibly grateful for everyone’s support and ready to row our boat.

Row Norse!

07/24/2025

We’ve got a few more to add to the freshmen roster… let’s all welcome Emily Hopkins.

Emily is from Lebanon, Missouri and was a dedicated member of her local FFA chapter, serving as Chapter Vice President. She’s spent years in the show ring with her livestock projects and brings a strong background in livestock judging. Emily’s passion for agriculture is matched by her drive to pursue a career in veterinary medicine.

We are so excited to get Emily and her classmates to Miami in just a few weeks!

Row Norse

05/01/2025

BIG NEWS! We have another.

Macyn Olson is from Owasso, Oklahoma. Since childhood, she’s been showing performance and halter horses at the National level. She has been heavily involved in horse judging since she was in the 4th grade, continuing on the family tradition! Not only does Macyn enjoy judging horses through her opportunities with Oologah FFA; but, she has also been raising and exhibiting swine since the 3rd grade, competed in prepared public speaking, and represented her FFA chapter at the National level as a member of their Agricultural Issues Forum team. Macyn plans to major in Agricultural Education down the road, and hopes to make a lasting impact on her peers for years to come!

We are blessed to add this one to the 2025-2026 team. With an impressive combonation of natural talent, grit and horse experience we know Macyn will flourish here at NEO. NEO has a habit of showing up and changing the “norm” for kids & letting them know that this is the BEST place to be. We are grateful for each of them and can’t wait to get them to the 313.

Row Norse Row

04/18/2025

Thank you WTAMU for hosting NACTA this year. It was a great contest! We are excited to be back home, prepping for the fall!

NACTA Results

Indv:

Halter-
Jacob Curtis- 7th
Hannah Mennig- 8th
Jalynn Barenberg- 9th

Performence-
Jalynn Barenberg- 2nd
Hannah Mennig- 3rd
Carrie Miller- 6th
Abigal Shofler- 7th
Clayton Nall- 9th

Reasons-
Hannah Mennig- 2nd
Jalynn Barenberg- 3rd
Clayton Nall- 6th
Carrie Miller- 10th

Overall-
Jalynn Barenberg- 2nd
Hannah Mennig- 3rd
Carrie Miller- 6th
Clayton Nall- 7th
Abigal Shofler- 10th

Team:
Blue
1st Reasons
1st Performence
2nd Halter
Overall High Team

Gold
4th Reasons
4th Performance
6th Halter
4th Overall

04/14/2025

Last week, the NEO horse judging team had a very eventful week- learning and growing stronger as a team! Team members were able to visit multiple clinics hosted by some of the most successful and knowledgeable horseman and horsewomen in the equine industry.

We want to thank Highpoint Performance Horses, Jason Smith, Jerry Erickson, NEO alumni Kelley and Adam Wainscott, Lisa Ligon, and Beth Case for allowing our team to visit. Without generous and dedicated professionals like you teaching us, we would not have the abilities to push ourselves for more in each of our walks in the equine industry.

Thank you West Texas A&M and AQHA for hosting a great Spring Contest!

Results:

Overall:
Jalynn Barenberg - 7th

Reasons:
Hannah Menning - 7th
Jalynn Barenberg - 8th

Performance:
Jalynn Barenberg - 8th

Halter:
Jacob Curtis - 5th
Hannah Menning - 7th

Team:
3rd Reasons
3rd Halter
3rd Performance
3rd Overall Team
High Point Junior College Team
NEO Blue - Jalynn Barenberg, Hannah Menning, Clayton Nall, Abigal Shofler

10th Overall Team
NEO Gold - Carrie Miller, Jacob Curtis, Hayden Bailey, Boots Brown

Congratulations to Texas A&M for the big win!

🌟Row Norse, Row!!🌟

04/14/2025

We’ve got more!

Bryleigh Colbert is from Spring Hope, North Carolina. She has been very involved with her local 4-H program and FFA chapter for 10 years. She has been showing in AQHA since she can remember and has traveled to many national judging contests including: the AQHA Congress, APHA World, AQHYA World, Eastern 4-H Nationals and FFA Nationals. She also spends her time showing market hogs and plans to major in Animal Science. We are pumped to have her bright and bubbly personality and vast amount of knowledge on the team. We can’t wait for each of these incoming freshmen to get to Miami!