Hannah Dooley Awarded Livestock Judging Scholarship

Baxter County 4-H and Mountain Home FFA member to continue agriculture education at University of Arkansas Rich Mountain

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Hannah Dooley, an active member of both Baxter County 4-H and Mountain Home FFA, has been awarded a livestock judging scholarship to continue her education at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain. Dooley's involvement in agriculture began at a young age, and through her participation in 4-H and FFA, she discovered her passion for evaluating livestock and communicating agricultural knowledge. Coaches and advisors describe Dooley as a hardworking team member who consistently demonstrated leadership, and her scholarship recognizes not only her technical judging ability but also her communication skills.

Why it matters

This scholarship highlights the importance of youth agricultural organizations like 4-H and FFA in nurturing the next generation of leaders in the livestock industry. Dooley's story showcases how these programs can help young people discover their passions and prepare them for successful careers in agriculture.

The details

Dooley's involvement in agriculture began at a young age, but it was through her participation in 4-H and FFA that she was able to expand her skills through competitions and judging teams. Coaches and advisors describe her as a hardworking team member who consistently demonstrated leadership, whether helping younger members prepare for livestock shows or representing her chapter at events. At the collegiate level, Dooley will compete on the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain's livestock judging team while pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field.

  • Dooley will graduate high school this spring.
  • Dooley will begin her studies at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain in the fall.

The players

Hannah Dooley

An active member of both Baxter County 4-H and Mountain Home FFA who has been awarded a livestock judging scholarship to continue her education at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain.

Walker Antilla

The University of Arkansas Rich Mountain Livestock Judging Coach, who is excited to have Dooley join the team and recognizes her passion for the agriculture industry.

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What they’re saying

“I'm grateful to have Hannah joining our livestock judging team. Her passion for the agriculture industry puts her on the right path, and she brings strong work ethic and dedication to the table.”

— Walker Antilla, University of Arkansas Rich Mountain Livestock Judging Coach (ktlo.com)

“4-H and FFA helped me discover my place in life when I felt lost and unsure of where I belonged.”

— Hannah Dooley (ktlo.com)

What’s next

Dooley will begin her studies at the University of Arkansas Rich Mountain in the fall, where she will compete on the university's livestock judging team while pursuing a degree in an agriculture-related field.

The takeaway

Dooley's story highlights the transformative power of youth agricultural organizations like 4-H and FFA, which can help young people discover their passions and prepare them for successful careers in the livestock industry. Her scholarship recognizes not only her technical skills but also her strong work ethic and leadership abilities, which will serve her well as she continues her education and pursues a career in agriculture.