The Washington County Fair, held annually in Brenham, Texas, has long been a cornerstone of the Brahman cattle community. As the oldest county fair in Texas, the event draws top breeders from across the central Texas region, making it a showcase of the great cattle genetics. This year, cattle from BRC bloodlines took the spotlight, reinforcing BRC’s reputation for breeding champions. The show was judged by Cheramie Viator.
2024 Open Brahman Show Highlights:
Grand & Intermediate Champion Gray Female
- MISS HC QUINN 180/3 #1062549
- Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1
- Dam: +MISS WCC VIOLET 217/6
- Owner: Herzog Cattle
Taking home the Grand Champion title, Miss HC Quinn 180/3 is sired by the renowned +M2 BRC Captain 518/1. Her dam is an exceptional female from our friends at Watkins Cattle Company, a ranch we frequently collaborate with to share genetics.
Reserve Grand & Intermediate Champion Gray Bull
- 79’S MR 18/23 #1064938
- Sire: +MR. H PRIDE OF MADDOX MANSO 684/8
- Dam: MISS V8 916/8
- Owner: 79 Cattle Company
This bull’s success is a great tribute to the strong friendship that lies between 79 Cattle, Heritage Cattle, and BRC Ranch. We believe that by working together we can continue to make the beef industry better. Crafted by 79’s breeding decisions, this bull is a great example of the Heritage Cattle x BRC cross. The sire is Heritage’s International Champion Bull, Pride of Maddox. The dam, Miss V8 916/8, is a polled 279 daughter. She is a product of BRC breeding before we left V8 Ranch and began branding our cattle with the BRC name. Her dam stems from a female we purchased from the Forgason Division of JD Hudgins. We are so happy for the 79 team!
Junior Champion Gray Bull
- WALTERS GAME ON 552 #1061866
- Sire: BRC MR. SONIC BOOM 39
- Dam: WALTERS SKEETER ROJO 444
- Owner: Walters Livestock
Walters Game On 552, sired by BRC Mr. Sonic Boom 39, represents the next generation of excellence. The sire, BRC Mr. Sonic Boom 39 is a full brother to Boombox that the Walter’s selected at a very young age for a natural breeding herd sire. His calves have been doing a great job and we are so happy for the Walters team.
Reserve Senior Yearling Gray Bull
- MR. 5H BRIXTON 4/3 #1066505
- Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1
- Dam: +LADY H CLAUDIA MANSO 515/3
- Owner: Brynn Harris
Another offspring of +M2 BRC Captain 518/1, Mr. 5H Brixton 4/3 proves that Captain’s influence continues to shape the Brahman breed. His Reserve Senior Yearling title further validates Captain’s position as one of the leading sires in the industry. Take note of this mating as well, it’s another great example of the BRC x Heritage cross. The dam, Lady H Claudia 515/3 is a top register of renown donor. This mating was crafted by the Harris family of 5H Cattle and has been tremendous!
Reserve Intermediate Champion Gray Female
- WALTERS JULIE JONES 632 #1066061
- Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1
- Dam: MISS M2 528/1
- Owner: Meg Boudreaux
Walters Julie Jones 632 continues the legacy of BRC Captain daughters excelling in the show ring. A many time division champion this fall, this female is actually 100% Wichita Ranch Martin Division (M2) breeding top and bottom. The Martin’s are our great friends and partners on Captain. The M2 brand is known as a great source of functional, championship producing cattle.
Reserve Senior Yearling Gray Female
- MISS LPC 249 #1067326
- Sire: +MR. V8 279/7
- Dam: MISS LPC 114 ET
- Owner: Camp J. McCall
Miss LPC 249 carries the genetic influence of BRC breeding on the top side, being sired by Mr. V8 279/7, another older bull that carried the V8 brand prior to us leaving V8 Ranch and starting BRC. She is another fine example of the long-lasting impact of BRC cattle across multiple generations and breeding programs.
Calf Champion Gray Female
- MISS 5H JOSIE 5/4 #1075919
- Sire: +M2 BRC CAPTAIN 518/1
- Dam: +LADY H CLAUDIA MANSO 515/3
- Owner: 5H Cattle Company
Rounding out the list of champions, Miss 5H Josie 5/4, yet another Captain daughter, claimed the Calf Champion title. Her win is a reminder of BRC’s commitment to producing not only top show cattle but also animals that excel in all stages of development. Take note again of the BRC x Heritage cross!
Congratulations to our friends and fellow breeders!
BRC’s impact at the 2024 Washington County Fair is a testament to our dedication to breeding excellence. Whether it’s through our own branded cattle or those we have influenced across the industry, BRC genetics continue to dominate show rings and breeding programs alike. We are proud of the BRC-sired winners and their owners for representing the best in Brahman cattle.
The results speak for themselves—BRC genetics are a winning choice, from local shows to international competitions.
