For many teenagers during spring, “yard practice” resembles an acre of grass, two nets and a soccer ball. For the Illinois FFA state officers, “yard practice” consists of a Springfield backyard space, three-inch script binders and stacked totes for a makeshift podium.

The countdown to the 97th Illinois State FFA Convention continues, along with practices to perfect every skit, speech and stage cue.

With only a few weeks remaining until the gavel drops on Tuesday, June 10, the large items on the docket include memorization, digital designing and final filming touches.

During such a busy season, the team constantly keeps collaborative spirits in check with weekly meetings and consistent communication, despite the differing schedules of each officer.

Member events kept the officers on the

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