Meat Judging Coach

 

Meat Judging coach McKensie Phillips

McKensie Phillips
Head Coach


Assistant Lecturer
Email: mckensie.phillips@uwyo.edu

Why should students participate on the meat judging team?

There are opportunities specific to the sport of meat judging that students can capitalize on. These are:

  • Greater understanding of the meat industry

  • Hands-on experience with meat products

  • Tour organizations such as Certified Angus Beef, American Angus Association, United States Meat Export Federation, and more!

  • Tour and work in a variety of packing facilities and meat labs across the country

    • Tyson, Cargill, JBS, Nebraska Beef

 Outside of meat judging, students will gain the following:

  • Written communication, decision making, and analytical thinking skills

  • Industry connections

  • Internship eligibility

  • Confidence

  • Teamwork

  • Life-long friends

  • Cross-country travel


Jake Gillespie

Coach

Email: jgilles6@uwyo.edu 

Why should students participate on the meat judging team?

Meat judging is more than just lining up 4 cuts or carcasses, it allows you the opportunity to peek into an industry full of incredibly intelligent, talented, hard-working people. Meat judging allows young adults to travel the country, learn, and compete against other judges, all while making connections, networking, and making a multitude of lifelong friendships. Meat judging is a wonderful way to build character and improve as a person. Dealing with the crushing blow of defeat, climbing to the top, and achieving your goals builds character like nothing else can.