Shooting Sports Teen Ambassador Board

Kentucky 4-H Shooting Sports Teen Ambassador Board 

Description

Kentucky 4-H believes that all youth should have opportunities for positive youth development in our four guiding concepts: mastery, belonging, independence, and generosity. The Teen Ambassador Board fosters mastery by empowering members to research, develop, present and teach concepts related to shooting sports and natural resources, belonging by building relationships with other 4-H’ers from across the state with similar interests, independence by encouraging the development of youth lead committees, and generosity through the planning of, and participation in, regular service projects.

Requirements

Applicants must:

  • Be between the 4-H age (age as of Jan. 1st of current year) of 14 to 17 at the time of application.
  • Be a Kentucky resident.
  • Be committed to accepting responsibility and following through on tasks.
  • Attend and participate in all board meetings, Shooting Sports Camp, and State Competition (see application for list of dates).
  • Be responsible for their own expenses and travel arrangements for and from board meetings and activities.
  • Serve a full one (1) year term, beginning at Teen Conference through the next year’s State Competition, and may not serve on any other state teen board while serving as an Ambassador.

Each district is allowed 2 representatives on the board for a total of 14 youth each year.

Contact your county extension office for information regarding deadlines and fees (link)

Application Procedure

Additional Information

If a county/club is interested in having an Ambassador visit and present to a group, a Visit Request Form must be completed and submitted to the Extension Specialist for Shooting Sports at ashley.marcum@uky.edu. Once received, the Specialist will contact the county to confirm approval for the Ambassador to attend.

State Contact:  Ashley Marcum | ashley.marcum@uky.edu | 859-218-0993

MEET OUR 2022-2023 SHOOTING SPORTS TEEN AMBASSADORS:

     

 

Andrew M.

Andrew Myers

Oldham County

Hello, my name is Andrew Myers. I'm from Oldham County and represent area C6 as the National Teen Ambassador. I've been a part of the 4-H Shooting Sports program for nine years. As a shotgun, rifle, black powder, and pistol coach for teenagers, I'm certified. My third year serving as a Teen Ambassador. I compete in pistol, air pistol, rifle, and shotgun events. I want to be licensed as a coach in every field. I adore serving as a role model for our children, instilling in them values like safety, positivity, perseverance, and, most importantly, having fun. As well, I participate in NRA and CMP National Rifle competitions. I owe 4-H Shooting Sports for inspiring my interest and delight in educating others about shooting safety and ability levels.

 

JT R.

JT Redmon

Nelson County

Hi, my name is JT Redmon.  I am an ambassador from Nelson County.  I am a Junior homeschool student at Redmon Christian Academy.  I have been involved in 4-H for seven years. I am a certified teen coach in rifle.  I have participated in Shooting Sports since the sixth grade and currently I am participating in rifle, archery, and trap. I am a more well-rounded individual because of my experience and participation in 4-H.  I am thankful for the experience, knowledge, skills acquired, and leadership qualities I have obtained as a participant and coach in our local clubs.  It is an honor to be on the Teen Ambassador Board and it would be my pleasure to serve Kentucky 4-H Shooting Sports in any way I can.

 

Katie C.

Katie Cecil

Nelson County

Hello! my name is Katie Cecil, I am currently a senior at Thomas Nelson High School where I am involved on my high school tennis team, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and am Vice President of my FFA chapter.  This is my 9th year in the program, and my 3rd year on the Ambassador Board. I am certified in Muzzleloading and shoot flintlock and percussion competitively.  This past year I got the honor to compete on the first ever Kentucky National Muzzleloading team. I am so excited for this coming year to help 4Hers reach their goal and to help them find their spark in Kentucky 4H. This program has made me who I am, and I cannot wait to watch others grow as well!

Heidi H.

Heidi Hite

Trigg County

Hello, my name is Heidi Hite. I am on the 4-H Shooting Sports Teen Ambassador Board representing Trigg County and the Western Region. I am a graduate from Trigg County High School and a Freshman at Murray State University. I have been actively involved in 4-H Youth Development programs for 10 years. I have participated in the Shooting Sports program since the beginning of my 4-H career. I competitively shoot multiple areas in rifle, pistol, and trap disciplines; also, I’m certified to coach in pistol. 4-H has given me the greatest pleasure of being able to achieve this position. The knowledge, skills, leadership traits, and experiences I've gained through this 4-H program as a participant and as a coach have helped me become who I am today. I am honored to serve on the Teen Ambassador Board as a representative of my county, my region, and my state.

Sophia Burns

Butler County

Hi, my name is Sophia Burns. I am currently a sophomore at Butler County Highschool. This is my 2nd year in shooting sports and my 1st year on the board. I am working towards getting certified as a trap shooting teen coach. In addition to 4-H I am also involved in choir, FBLA, Academic Team and STEM. I am really excited to heal others reach their goals. It’s an honor to be on the Shooting Sports Teen Ambassador’s Board to be able to represent my county and region at a state level.

 

Harrison Shaff

Warren County

Hi, my name is Harrison Shaff and I represent Warren County on the Shooting Sports Teen Ambassador Board. I am certified in the shotgun discipline and I plan on getting certified in archery. I have been shooting in the program since I was 9 years, and I am 15 years old now. I believe the TABS program has increased my leadership skills and my public speaking skills. I plan to make it to the national level, and I want to help the program grow. I also plan to spread the word about Shooting Sports. I am very excited to help the young participates have fun and be safe.

Preslee Boone

Nelson County

Hi! My name is Preslee Boone and I am from Nelson County. I am 17 years old, I have been in the club for 10 years and have been competing at State for 8 years. Shotgun, archery, cheer, FFA, tennis, 4-H and agriculture are just some of my many passions. I am a junior at Nelson county High School in Bardstown, KY. I hold many leadership roles throughout 4-H and FFA and I can’t wait to see the impact I can make on SSTAB this year. 

KateLynn King

Nelson County