We Caught up with Ms. Alice Hawk, exhibitor of the Grand Champion Market Hog at the 2025 National Western Stock Show. Learn more about Alice below..

What was one challenge you had to overcome for this show?
One of the challenges I had to overcome for the show was, making sure he got along ok with the long drive out there.

What was the toughest assignment or class you had to catch up on?
The toughest classes I had to catch up on were math and science because I had a lot of assignments to make up.

Favorite thing about this particular show?
My favorite thing about this show is  i got to show on the green carpet one last time before they open the new barn next year. I also enjoy getting to see my friends and make new ones.

One thing you loved about your winner?
He had an awesome personality, he loved to walk, and he loved being a show pig.

Favorite celebration restaurant?
In Denver that yard bar or the hideout steak house.

Any particular family show traditions?
We usually go to a steak house or somewhere to eat after we show. I like it when my parents find a good Mexican restaurant.