We caught up with Ms. Hadley Parker, exhibitor of the Reserve Champion Wether Dam at the 2026 Indiana State Fair. Learn a little more about Hadley below!
How long have you been showing sheep?
4 years
What was your favorite thing about this lamb?
She has a very laid back personality.
Go-to “hype” song on show day?
Legends are made by Sam Tinnesz
What goes through your head when you are in the show ring?
I know when I hit that show ring that it’s my job to represent me & my lamb to the best of my ability.
When prepping for a show, what is something that is a “must-have” in the show box?
Lots of good snacks, a good disinfectant soap & a speaker.
What is your favorite motivational quote?
There are two types of people who will tell you that you cannot make a difference in this world: those who are afraid to try and those who are afraid you will succeed.
— Ray Goforth
