Athlete rememberd for love of cattle

Steven Martinez and Adrienne Davis Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Aug 25, 2026
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Adam Massman, a senior at Alma Center Lincoln High School in Wisconsin, exhibits cattle during the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, Wisconsin.

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Adam Massman, a senior at Alma Center Lincoln High School in Wisconsin, exhibits cattle during the 2026 Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, Wisconsin.

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Adam Massma, far right, a senior at Alma Center Lincoln High School in Wisconsin, stands in the winner's ring with his family -- brother Brett, father Brian, and mother Brianne while exhibiting cattle during the 2025 Wisconsin State Fair in West Allis, Wisconsin. Massman died after sustaining injuries Aug. 20 during a high school football game. Adam earned Grand Champion Bred & Owned Market Steer during the fair.

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Steven Martinez and Adrienne Davis Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

ALMA CENTER, Wis. -- Adam Massman loved sports, his family and showing cattle.

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