NCBA National Anthem Contest Finalists Announced

November 6, 2026

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association announces three finalists in the 14th annual National Anthem Contest, sponsored by Norbrook®. Voting is open to the public through Nov. 25 to select the winner.

The winner will sing the “Star-Spangled Banner” during the Opening General Session and before both “Cowboy’s Night at the Opry” shows at the historic Ryman Auditorium during CattleCon 2027 in Nashville, Tennessee, Feb. 2-4. In addition, the winning performer will receive round trip airfare, a hotel room for three nights, complimentary convention registration, plus a pair of boots, jeans and a shirt from Karman/Roper/Stetson.

Introducing the finalists:

Sarah Boyle of Cascade, Iowa, is starting her own cattle herd and is active in FFA and a Next-Gen member of her local cattlemen’s chapter.

Jacee Fuller of Twin Falls, Idaho, is a fifth-generation cattle producer who is serving as an Idaho FFA state officer and pursuing a degree in agricultural education.

Morgan Higman of North Sioux City, South Dakota, lives in an area surrounded by agriculture and farming and has a strong respect for the hard work and dedication for those involved

Videos of the finalists are available for viewing and voting at convention.ncba.org. The public can vote once per day per person through Nov. 25, and the winner will be announced by Dec 1.

To see the winner sing in person, register for CattleCon 2027 by visiting convention.ncba.org.

Source: NCBA