Holstein World:  How about the juniors?  Their headquarters?  Special activities?

Rissa Mitchell:  The Junior convention headquarters will be the Crown Plaza.  It is located just up the street from the Knoxville Convention Center, where the competitions will take place.  The Crown Plaza is a great hotel with an indoor pool for the kids to enjoy.  The juniors will enjoy their traditional mixer and welcome dance on Saturday night at the Crown Plaza.  Sunday is again Host Day.  Juniors will have their choice of the two tour options.  Many juniors have expressed regret at not having an opportunity to participate in farm tours at some previous conventions, so we tried to arrange host day in such a manner that those wishing to visit farms will have that opportunity.  The Dollywood theme park will be a big hit with the juniors with its wealth of roller coasters, water rides, and games.

The keynote speaker that is scheduled for the Junior awards banquet is Pat Summitt, head coach of the Tennessee Lady Vols basketball team.  Pat has graciously agreed to speak for our juniors, provided recruiting and other basketball commitments allow.  Her final schedule will be confirmed in January, so everyone keep your fingers crossed!  Pat is widely regarded as one of the top motivational speakers in the country and I sincerely hope our juniors get the privilege of hearing her speak.

The final event for juniors will be a private party at the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame.  Juniors will enjoy a pizza party and total access to all the interactive exhibits and ball court areas.  This is a great facility and a recent addition to the Knoxville area.  We’re sure everyone will enjoy our “Huddle at the Hall.”

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