We caught up with the breeder of the Reserve Champion Market Lamb at the 2025 Arkansas Youth Expo. We invite you to read our candid interview with Simpson Show Lambs below and please continue to check back often for our next edition of “Breeder Spotlight.”
What’s the pedigree of your champion?
Chief x Frog x El Chapo
What are your long-term goals as a breeder?
To someday win OYE and the National Western
Was there a moment when you almost gave up? What made you push through?
Everyday, but quitters never win!
What’s something you’ve changed your mind about over the years?
How hard it is to raise competitive sheep in this industry.
Is there a breeding decision you’re especially proud of — or one you regret?
Proud that I decided to use Chief on this ones momma!
What’s your favorite state fair — and why?
Tulsa State Fair, cause both of my boys was fortunate enough to win Grand and Reserve at Tulsa
Is there anything you wish you had known when you started breeding?
How hard it actually is.
What’s next — any big goals or projects in the works?
Keep pushing forward and trying to raise better ones.













