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Marlow Students Earn Top Honors at Oklahoma Youth Expo
Students from Marlow Public Schools shine at one of the nation's most competitive livestock shows.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 2:05pm
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Students from Marlow Public Schools showcased their hard work and dedication at the Oklahoma Youth Expo, one of the nation's most competitive livestock shows. Several students brought home top placings across multiple divisions, including Reserve Supreme Commercial Gilt, Champion Light Cross Barrow, and first place in Dark Cross Barrow Class 2.
Why it matters
The Oklahoma Youth Expo is considered one of the toughest livestock shows in the country, and Marlow's strong showing highlights the continued success of its agricultural programs and the commitment of its students both in and out of the show ring.
The details
Avery Throckmorton led the group with an impressive list of honors, including Reserve Supreme Commercial Gilt, 22nd Overall Dark Cross Gilt, Reserve Breed Spot Barrow, Champion Light Cross Barrow, and 15th Overall Hamp Barrow. Harper Cox earned multiple top-five finishes, placing fifth in both the Purebred Ewe A.O.B. Class 3 and Dorset Wether Class 2, along with an eighth-place finish in Intermediate Ewe Showmanship. Audrey Kirby placed sixth in the Purebred York Barrow division, while Reagan Ahlfenger secured second place in Class 1 Purebred York Barrow. Elle Ahlfenger added an 11th-place finish in the Dark Cross Gilt category. Paisley Thorne also turned in a strong performance, earning first place in Dark Cross Barrow Class 2, ninth overall in Division 1, and 23rd overall. Oakley Farmer rounded out the list of placings with a 10th-place finish in the Doe division.
- The Oklahoma Youth Expo is an annual event.
The players
Avery Throckmorton
A student from Marlow Public Schools who earned multiple top honors at the Oklahoma Youth Expo, including Reserve Supreme Commercial Gilt, Champion Light Cross Barrow, and other placings.
Harper Cox
A student from Marlow Public Schools who earned multiple top-five finishes at the Oklahoma Youth Expo, including in the Purebred Ewe A.O.B. Class 3 and Dorset Wether Class 2.
Audrey Kirby
A student from Marlow Public Schools who placed sixth in the Purebred York Barrow division at the Oklahoma Youth Expo.
Reagan Ahlfenger
A student from Marlow Public Schools who secured second place in Class 1 Purebred York Barrow at the Oklahoma Youth Expo.
Paisley Thorne
A student from Marlow Public Schools who earned first place in Dark Cross Barrow Class 2, ninth overall in Division 1, and 23rd overall at the Oklahoma Youth Expo.
The takeaway
Marlow Public Schools' strong showing at the Oklahoma Youth Expo highlights the success of its agricultural programs and the dedication of its students, who were able to excel at one of the nation's most competitive livestock shows.
