Whitehall FFA Shines at State Convention: Earns National Spot in Poultry Evaluation Contest

Whitehall FFA chapter is celebrating a strong showing at this year's State FFA Convention, with two teams securing impressive results in their respective competitions.

The Poultry Evaluation Team, consisting of junior Zane Downey, junior Hannah Frazier, junior Addisyn Gray, and eighth grader Halle Downey, triumphed in the highly competitive event. The team took home first place in the Poultry Evaluation Contest, earning them a coveted spot at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis this October.

Individually, Zane Downey led the way, finishing second overall, while teammates Hannah Frazier, Addisyn Gray, and Halle Downey also earned high placements, securing eighth, tenth, and eleventh overall, respectively.

In another standout performance, the Horse Evaluation Team, consisting of junior Kenzi Kountz, junior Julia Hoagland, junior Hannah Frazier, and sophomore Alannah Scafani, finished fifth overall in a fierce competition. Kenzi Kountz also earned fourth-place high individual honors, showcasing her exceptional skills in the event.

The Whitehall FFA chapter's success at the state level highlights the dedication and hard work of these students and their advisors. As they look forward to representing their community at the National FFA Convention, their achievements are a testament to the high level of excellence and commitment in Whitehall's agricultural education programs.