AJSA Nationals in Madison

 On June 24-June 30, Aubrey and Steve drove up to Madison, Wisconsin for Simmental Junior Nationals! 

These pics aren't in order, but they had a FULL WEEK!

Speeh, Sales Talk, Cattleman's Quizzes, Volleyball game, and three days of shows! Aubrey did amazing through it all and leared a lot! 

Dressing up for Opening Ceremonies with other Iowa contestants 

A well-deserved treat from Grandpa and Grandma after a busy week!

Showmanship with "Eliza"

She was also treated to some new earrings!

On the last day that Avery and I were there, we did a quick afternoon at the FREE ZOO!

Aubrey's fan club who made it!

Eliza did well at this show!

Cleaning out the tie outs

We were all able to go downtown Madison for a night for supper and a little exploring aroud the University of Madison, right on the lake!

There was a little down time and I took the girls swimming at the hotel

Iowa volleyball team 

Sales Talk

Getting ready for her speech about Beef Byproducts 

Lots of new t-shirts and backpack with some swag

End of Minors Softball for Aubrey

Overall, Aubrey had a great softball season! She really wanted to try pitching, and she did for a only a few games. She quickly became a solid third baseman and also ended the season doing great at catcher!

Her coaches took the team out for Frosty Udder after a win!

We were THRILLED that Aubrey's team made it to the championship game in the county tournament - knocking off another tough Eddyville and Osky team to get there!

Unfortuantely the Bussey team was too good, so the girls got 2nd!

Aubrey was also invited to play on the All-Stars team, but due to a cattle show, she was unable to participate in that, but it was an honor to be selected!