We caught up with Ms. Molly Wilson, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Jr Market Lamb, the Grand Champion and Reserve Champion 4-h/FFA Breeding Ewes, and the Grand Champion 4-H/FFA Market Lamb at the 2026 North Dakota State Fair. Learn a little more about Molly below!
How long have you been showing sheep?
5 years
What was your favorite thing about this lamb?
Champion Market Lamb 4-H/FFA Show
– “Doot Doot” (Tag 6677) is so funny and has so much personality. I also love his raging overbite, it adds character.
Reserve Breeding Ewe 4-H/FFA Show
– “Donna” is really cute and is very sweet and friendly.
Champion Market Lamb Jr Show
– “Cranjis McBasketball” happens to be Donna’s twin brother, so I like that. I know he will come around eventually but as of right now he is the bane of my existence.
Champion Breeding Ewe 4-H/FFA Show
– OSU Ewe- “Dior” makes a good showmanship lamb and I love how fluffy her ears are.
Go-to “hype” song on show day?
Hemorrhage (In My Hands) – Fuel
What goes through your head when you are in the show ring?
Make a good entrance, get them set up quickly but efficiently, look at my ringside for any adjustments (usually my sister Charlotte), and try not to fiddle. I also have to remember to breathe and stay calm.
When prepping for a show, what is something that is a “must-have” in the show box?
A slicker comb
What is your favorite motivational quote?
“You have nice sheep, be confident.” – my sister Charlotte Wilson
