The American Brahman Breeders Association (ABBA) dedicated
the 2012 National Brahman Show to Shirley Watts of Tic Tac Toe Ranch in Frost,
Texas on October 17, 2012 during the National Brahman Female Show. The show took
place over a two day period in conjunction with the State Fair of Texas in
Dallas.
Since 1985, the ABBA has dedicated its National or
International Show to deserving individuals. Having participated in the National
Brahman Show for 60 plus years, Watts is an icon in the Brahman show ring.
Watts, her late husband Max and three daughters Stephanie, Debra and Tammie,
have been familiar faces to the Brahman world for years.
Watts is also a renowned judge, having traveled both
domestically and internationally to evaluate Brahman cattle. Perhaps most
notably, she was the first woman to judge the International Brahman Show in
1998.
“Shirley Watts is most deserving of this honor due to her
longtime service and promotion of the Brahman breed,” said ABBA executive vice
president, Chris Shivers. “Not only has she excelled in the showring, but she
understands the commercial industry.”
Watts currently serves a leadership position with the ABBA,
as a member of the Board of Directors, and is considered an asset to all levels
of the organization. Her participation in the ABBA, her dedication to the breed,
and her passion for Brahman cattle has earned her an esteemed standing with
fellow breeders.
“To be respected by your peers is one of the greatest honors
you can have,” said fellow long-time Brahman breeder, Jim Williams, V8 Ranch, of
Watts during the dedication presentation. “… she has that wonderful
respect.”
The ABBA is proud to dedicate the 2012 National Brahman Show
to Shirley Watts.
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