We Caught up with Mr. Brody Hege, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Purebred Barrow at The 2023 Exposition. Learn more about Brody below…

Age: 11

Grade: 5th

Hometown: Hope, IN

Tell us a little about your champion:
He has the nickname the Hammer and got the name from the first show we showed him at in Tipton. We are very close

What do your days leading up to a show look like?
We do a lot of walking, washing, and tanning.

Describe the moment you were selected as a champion.
I couldn’t believe when it happened and I was very emotional

Do you prefer summer or winter shows? Why?
Summer shows because that all we’ve done so far. I play sports in the winter

Who’s been your biggest influence?
Sissy-Morgan Thayer

What’s your favorite thing to do in the barn?
Work on hair and skin

What’s your favorite thing to do in the summer?
Swim in my pool, show pigs, and play with my buddies