Scramblers win big in Reliant Stadium during the 2010 RodeoHouston Calf Scramble



Twenty eight exhibitors, representing 4-H clubs and FFA chapters across the state of Texas, took the floor of Reliant Stadium, waiting for their chance of catching one of the 14 calves. Strength and determination took over for some, as scramblers began to capture the calves and pull them into the winners’ square.



In exchange for a successful scramble, the 4-H or FFA member will receive a $1,250 calf purchase certificate. The certificate is to be used for the purchase of a registered beef or dairy heifer.



This is the beginning of a yearlong project of grooming, feeding and caring for the heifer. The exhibitor, supervised by an agricultural science teacher or county extension agent, must keep accurate and detailed records of the animal's progress, submitting records to both the Show and the donor to chronicle the heifer's development.



In 2011, the exhibitor will return with the heifer to the Houston Livestock Show™ for a special competition and a $250 bonus from his/her donor. Prior to the 2011 Show, exhibitors now have the opportunity to compete in the Calf Scramble Progress Show as a means of judging their calf’s progress prior to showing at the Houston Livestock Show.



Each year, approximately 350 calf purchase certificates are donated. Since the calf scramble was added to the Show in 1942, a total of $9,835,500 has been awarded in certificates and bonuses to 18,242 youth.



The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ is a 501(c)(3) charity that benefits youth, supports education, and facilitates better agricultural practices through exhibitions and presentation.





On-Line ResultsExhibitor Club Name Club City Club State

Casey, Chance Logan Martins Mill Ffa Ben Wheeler TX

Chavana, Michael Bloomington FFA Bloomington TX

Del Pozo, Emmanuel Alief Elsik Ffa Houston TX

Dudley, Tyler Bonham FFA Ravenna TX

Gabel, Samuel Sheldon FFA Houston TX

Hagemeier, Kayla Jefferson County 4-H Lumberton TX

Huff, Casey Cypress Creek FFA Cypress TX

Jackson, Kirby Clear Brook Ffa-Friendswood Houston TX

Kainer, Kolby Seven Lakes Ffa Katy TX

Landis, Robert Montgomery FFA Montgomery TX

McCraw, Ryan Bonham FFA Bonham TX

Olquin, Ruben Alief Elsik Ffa Houston TX

Osburn, Micah Deer Park FFA Pasadena TX

Randall, William Caldwell County 4-H Lockhart TX

SIGLER, HAILEE Big Sandy FFA-Big Sandy Big Sandy TX

Taylor, Dakota Bonham FFA Bonham TX