Welcome
ABOUT
Ethan is from Lexington County, where he enjoys being involved in his community and spending time with his family, friends, and pets. His Christian faith is an important part of his life and guides the way he approaches his relationships, responsibilities, and service.
Outside of 4‑H, Ethan is active in FFA and serves as the Batesburg‑Leesville FFA Chapter Chaplain. He enjoys reading, writing poetry, listening to music, watching sports, and spending time outdoors through activities like fishing, hiking, and traveling.
Ethan also has a passion for history and enjoys collecting coins from different time periods and places around the world. That same interest in culture and design has led him to study architecture as a hobby, where he enjoys learning how buildings, spaces, and structure shape the way people live and interact.
Looking toward the future, Ethan hopes to pursue a career in business. He has a passion for marketing and design, enjoys creating ideas, and hopes to one day become an entrepreneur.
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4-H JOURNEY
2023
Ethan began his 4-H journey by exploring new opportunities and becoming involved in his county's programs.
- Joined Lexington County 4-H
- Joined Lexington County Outdoor Explorers Club
2024
Ethan expanded his involvement through projects and competitions, developing his interests in conservation, fishing, and creative expression.
- 4-H State Fishing Project — 2nd Place, Junior Division
- 4-H Horse Creative Contest — 1st Place Poetry
- 4-H WHEP — Junior Participant
2025
Ethan’s involvement grew through leadership roles, state-level competition, and an opportunity to represent SC 4-H on the national level.
- Served as Lexington County 4-H Teen Council Treasurer
- Selected as a 4-H State Youth Ambassador
- 4-H State Fishing Project — 2nd Place, Senior Division
- 4-H WHEP — State Champion Team Member, Senior Division
- 4-H WHEP — 5th Place, National Competition
- 4-H Horse Creative Contest — 1st Place Essay and 2nd Place Poetry
- Attended 4-H State Congress
2026
Ethan continues serving in leadership roles while building on the experiences and opportunities that 4-H has provided.
- Continued serving as a 4-H State Youth Ambassador
- Continued serving as Lexington County 4-H Teen Council Treasurer
- 4-H Horse Creative Contest — 1st Place Poetry
- Candidate for Midlands Representative