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McKenna Knott

McKenna Knott is an up-and-coming livestock judge with a strong foundation in the sorting pen, reasons room, show ring, and classroom. She is a member of the Linn-Benton Livestock Judging Team, where she competes at the national level and has earned multiple top-ten team and individual placings. McKenna is pursuing degrees in Animal Science and Agricultural Business, blending hands-on industry experience with a strong academic background. As a youth exhibitor, she achieved success across multiple species, including cattle, hogs, and goats.

Moscow, ID

Tyson Kimble

Tyson comes from a strong farming and commercial cattle background in Eastern Washington. After high school, he sharpened his judging skills at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, earning top 10 honors at the NAILE in Louisville and other major contests.
He then transferred to the University of Arkansas, contributing to a highly successful livestock judging team with top finishes at a variety of major shows, but most notable, the National Western Stock Show in Denver. Tyson was also selected as one of only 20 individuals nationwide for the prestigious Top Judge Program in San Antonio, where he learned from the industry’s best.
Now, Tyson is back home, pursuing his Ag teaching career at Lind Ritzville — bringing his passion and expertise to the next generation of ag leaders!

Lind Ritzville, WA

Ask anyone who knows me well, and they’ll agree that I am passionate about livestock and working with young people. So naturally, my days in the center of the ring are some of my favorite! I value giving each exhibitor feedback during showmanship, because I understand its important in the learning process due to my background in teaching. I aim to stay current on livestock trends, without compromising on fundamentals. I am thorough, punctual, and professional. After judging for Linn-Benton Community College, I went on to get my degree in elementary education. I am currently a first grade teacher, and prefer judging shows on school breaks or during the summer. I've enjoyed success as a livestock judging coach as well, and have had multiple state champion teams who went on to be top 10 at FFA nationals, and Arizona Nationals. I continue to dabble in showpigs and other livestock on my farm; and have judged many county fairs and jackpots in the PNW. I am easiest to contact by text.

Yakima, WA

Trent VanDyken