Maddison Fipps holds the Floyd County Livestock Sweepstakes trophy she received on Saturday night (Photo courtesy of Cervantes Photography)
MUNCY, TX – Maddison Fipps might not have won big with her livestock project over the weekend, but her hard work, dedication, and drive helped her win the Sweepstakes at the annual Floyd County Livestock Show.
Not only did she win a Floyd County Scholarship of $1,000, but she also picked up an additional $500 and the traveling Sweepstakes trophy.
The Sweepstakes Award is presented annually to a graduating senior participating in the county show and is based on sportsmanship, leadership, and community involvement, with students completing an application and being nominated by their sponsoring organization.
In addition to Fipps, two others, including Thalia Ascencio and Hannah Roberts, received a Floyd County Scholarship of $1,000 based on applications judged by Ag Teachers and County Extension Agents throughout Texas.
The Floyd County Stock Show Board Association created a scholarship program in 2002 to benefit the youth of Floyd County in support of higher education. Students receiving scholarships participate as members of 4-H and FFA programs.
