We caught up with Mr. Deegan Sheldon, exhibitor of the 4th Overall NJSA Barrow at the 2025 National Junior Show. Learn more about Deegan below…

Fun/Interesting fact about your champion
His name was Mule.  I showed his mom, Donkey in 2023.  She was the Grand NSR Gilt at the Team Purebred Music City Drive in TN.

Ever had a show ring fail? Tell us the story!
One time I got a nosebleed during a grand drive and I didn’t know what to do so I wiped my nose with my hand and kept showing.  I got in the top 5 but the judge didn’t want to shake my hand!

What’s your favorite non-livestock hobby?
Basketball and building Legos

If your champion had a theme song, what would it be?
Not Like Us – Kendrick Lamar

What’s the one thing in your show box you can’t live without?
Weaver White Polish

What do you enjoy most about the summer national shows?
Getting to see all my friends that live in different states and hanging out with everyone.