Texas Sheepdog Association

The Texas Sheep Dog Association

TSDA Hall of Fame

2025 2024

Class of 2026

No inductees found for 2026.

Meet the Champions

2025 2024

Champions of 2024

Brenna Rushing

Brenna Rushing (Organ Ranch)

No biography provided.

Ethan Brooks

Ethan Brooks (Open Rench)

Ethan, one of the youngest handlers to reach the finals, earned his title through hard work and natural connection with his sheepdog, Scout. His future in the field looks promising.

Keellee Page

Keellee Page (Ranch)

No biography provided.

Laura James

Laura James (Open Rench)

Laura’s remarkable consistency throughout the season earned her the Intermediate Class title. Known for her calm demeanor and sharp handling skills.

Nena Clark

Nena Clark (Novice)

No biography provided.

Ron Enzeroth

Ron Enzeroth (Open)

No biography provided.

Russell McCord

Russell McCord (Nursery)

No biography provided.

Previous Winners

Texas Herding History Gallery

Kathy Mazzola, Mazi A loyal herding dog guards the farm gate under the warm sun.

Kathy Mazzola, Mazi A loyal herding dog guards the farm gate under the warm sun.

Farm life in harmony – dogs and sheep sharing the pasture.

Farm life in harmony – dogs and sheep sharing the pasture.

The flock moves as one across the golden field.

The flock moves as one across the golden field.

Emil Luedecke, Open Finals Champion 2010, 2001, 2015

Emil Luedecke, Open Finals Champion 2010, 2001, 2015

Allen Mills

Dr. Joann Hardy, DVM Curious sheep look toward the camera while grazing in the open meadow.

Dr. Joann Hardy, DVM Curious sheep look toward the camera while grazing in the open meadow.

Jill Hefner

History of Texas Herding

The Texas herding tradition dates back centuries and is rooted in the rugged, hardworking spirit of ranch life. TSDA honors this legacy by preserving the culture and advancing herding dog training throughout the state.