First Show Goat, Day One To The Show Ring | With Avery Holman

What do you do after bringing your first show goat home? How do you teach one to walk, brace, and eventually step into the show ring with confidence?In this episode of First Time in the Ring, we sit down with Avery Holman, a longtime goat showman and showmanship coach from Perryville, Kentucky. Avery walks through the process from the very beginning, letting a new goat settle in, halter breaking, teaching them to walk, learning to brace, correcting bad habits, and preparing for that first show.They also dive into showmanship: what judges are actually watching, how to properly present your goat, why staying calm matters when things go wrong, and what can separate an average showman from a great one.Avery closes with advice that goes far beyond the show ring: find your people. Having breeders, coaches, friends, and mentors in your corner can make all the difference when you're learning something new.Whether you’re bringing home your very first goat or looking for ways to become a stronger showman, this episode is packed with practical advice you can take straight to the barn.