We caught up with Ms. Lyla Kephart, exhibitor of the Reserve Champion Market Lamb at the 2025 NAILE. Learn a little more about Lyla below!
How did you get started in showing livestock?
I was born into a show pig family and hit the ring at age 5 with my first pig but it wasn’t until mini 4-H that I decided I wanted to show sheep.
What’s your favorite thing to do outside the show barn?
Hangout with my family and friends
Favorite show to attend?
National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colorado
If you weren’t showing, what sport/hobby would you be doing?
Club Volleyball
Favorite show barn chore? Least favorite?
Favorite Chore is Working Leg Shag
Least Favorite is Cleaning Pens
What’s one thing your parents/mentors always remind you of before you go in the ring?
To look at them after I am set so they can give me signals
What’s one thing you learned from your champion that will help you with future projects?
Trust the process and don’t doubt the breed sheep
Who was the first person you hugged or high-fived after your big win?
My mom
