We caught up with Ms. Sayde Allen, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Wether Dam at the 2024 American Royal. Learn a little more about Sayde below!
What was your favorite thing about the show?
My favorite thing about shows are hanging out with friends and family. While also watching people around me succeed.
What is one experience in the ring you will never forget?
OYE 2022! While I’ve had some very memorable moments in my show career, getting to be named champion in both the sheep & goat ring that year was something I’ll never forget!
What is one thing you try to not take for granted while showing?
The people in my corner! I always try to thank the people behind the scenes who help me at home and at the shows. Their commitment to me and my stock is all part of my success in the ring!
If you had to use one word to describe the people supporting you, what would it be?
Encouraging
If you could pick another species to show, what would it be? Why?
Cattle! I’ve had the opportunity to show the rest of the species in my career!
