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Humps N Horns January 2019
On The Cover - Spotted Demon goes vertical during the 2018 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and shows why he was named PRCA Bull of the Year.
Humps-Horns.com · 4 · January 2019
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20 Spotted Demon
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2018 National Finals Rodeo
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Practice Pens 44 Real Time Pain Relief for Real People 11 Talking Bull w/ Brayden 7 Through My Eyes 10 Where’s the Beef 40 Humps-Horns.com · 5 · January 2019
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CONTRIBUTORS Georgia Akers Justin Felisko Barbara Pinnella Keno Shrum
Andy Gregory Phillip Kitts Kelly B. Robbins Andy Watson
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Letter from the Editor Happy New Year! We’d like to congratulate Sage Kimzey for winning his 5th consecutive gold buckle as the PRCA Bull Riding World Champion. When the NFR began, Kimzey had a lead of over $100,000 from the man in second place. I didn’t think anyone had a legitimate chance of overcoming that lead based on the way Kimzey has ridden in Vegas the past few years. Chase Dougherty, however, had other plans and gave them a run for his money. He won almost $210,000 for the 10 days of the NFR and had a slim chance to walk away as the world champion before the start of the 10th and final round. Dougherty was the winner of the NFR average buckle after riding 7 out of 10 bulls. I believe he will be a force to reckon with in the coming years. This month’s issue of Humps N Horns has a great article about Lee Akin and his wife, Melissa (p. 24). Akin was one of the top bull riders of his era until he suffered a traumatic brain injury. He has been down a long road of recovery and we are grateful for the opportunity to share his story with you.
We also have a new column by Kelly B. Robbins entitled Western Wanderings (p. 46). Kelly writes some wonderful poems centered on the western way of life and we look forward to sharing them with you. Even though old man winter is alive and well, I hope you are able to attend some bull riding events in your area. We always have a list of events in our Where’s the Beef section to help you find some great action. Until next time, Terry
Humps-Horns.com · 6 · January 2019
Talking “Bull” with Brayden good. I drafted a bull that had won a round and bucked off a kid in another round. End the end I had a bit of hard luck and bucked off. I finished 6th in the 2018 AYBR National Finals.
Hi my name is Brayden Hollywood Brown and I am a miniature bull rider. Today I would like to tell you how I did at the American Youth Bull Riders (AYBR) National Finals and the Jr NFR. So lets get into it. First I could not have made it this far without everyone’s support. I’d like to thank all my sponsors for helping to make this a wonderful year of bull riding. My Dad for helping me on the barrel, working out, and being behind the chutes. My Mom for always encouraging me and taking videos and pictures so I can study them. Everyone that has helped me practice from the guys pulling gates to the bull fighters to the many guys that have given me advice like Lonnie Austin, Chris Taylor, and Keyshawn Whitehorse to name a few. Let’s not forget the great people that put in so much time to put on the events Like the Leals, Bubba Miller, Andy Holt and DeeDee Dunda. These two events were my last two big events for the year. I was really exited when I heard that I would be driving out to Ignacio, Colorado for the AYBR Nationals to ride steers out there! On the way out there we saw a lot of snow and ice. We got to play in the snow and go sledding. We had so much fun that we did the same thing on the way back. While out there I got to help out the 2018 PBR Rookie of the Year Keyshawn Whitehorse with his bull riding clinic. I had a lot of fun and learned some new skills to take home and practice.
Two weeks after driving back from Colorado we jumped on an air plane to head out to Las Vegas, Nevada. This was my fourth time to go out to Vegas and it was probably the most fun. We went down the strip several times and ate at some really good restaurants not to mention we went to Top Golf which is where you get to hit golf balls in the air! It was so fun. We also went to Circus Circus where we played in the arcade (which is basically a casino for kids) and The Adventure Dome. We rode roller coasters and hang out with some friends. Anyway, lets get down to business, its bull riding time! In the first round I bucked off a bull named BOO. Which, fun fact, is Casper’s son. Casper is a really good bull I rode him in Duluth, Georgia! In the second round, I was really pumped about, I rode a bull named Oscar. He came out had a really nice kick then ran around the pen. I scored 67 points. My score may have been a little high because the bull just ran off. In the end I finished up 13th in the world, that wasn’t enough to get me back to short go, but I still had an amazing time at the Jr NFR! I’m really exited for a new year of bull riding and possibly adding a few new sponsors. Thank you for reading I look forward to writing to you each month. Don’t forget to check out my Facebook page @ Brayden Hollywood Brown. Thank you, Brayden Hollywood Brown
In the AYBR, I finished sixth in the world. In the first round I bucked off of this little red steer that blew my feet out with a sick belly roll. I was able to reset my feet, but as I got them stuck in he stop checked me which pushed me over his head. Next time I will remember to keep my back flexed all the way through the buzzer. But in the second round I rode this steer named Obama for 67 points which got me second in the second round. In the third round my luck continued when ever I covered this nice brindle steer. He was a little trashy in the chute, but after I got out on him I rode for 69 points and I finished second in that round also. I was going in to the short go sitting number one. I felt pretty
Humps-Horns.com · 7 · January 2019
Article and photos by Phillip Kitts / Avid Visual Imagery
with so much added pressure seems to almost always take its toll. In addition, a stronger level of bull competition has caused many to feel like there are a string of future superstars who may never get their break. There is currently a long list of small bull riding organizations which cater to the local bull rider or the cowboy who has not set his sights on the big leagues. But for the young athletes who have the drive and determination to make the big show, but find themselves too old to compete in the youth organizations like MBR (Miniature Bull Riders) or JrNFR, there haven’t been many other options. Enter what could be the next big thing in bull riding, the NexGen Bull Riding Tour. The concept for Nex-Gen Bull Riding Tour was based on providing the up and coming athletes a place and a format where they will see bull power that will challenge their skills and give them an opportunity to develop a foundation to make a run at the big leagues of the sport.
As the bull riding world becomes a larger portion of main stream sports, the demands and the future of the sport continue to change. As you see in most main stream sports, the development phase of athletes is a very important part of the equation when it comes to the direction you will see a sport progress. Baseball has the minor leagues, basketball has both European and developmental leagues, and football has the college ranks and the occasional success story out of local football leagues. As much as bull riding is similar, it also has some serious differences. Everyone is all too familiar with the PBR and its three levels of competition. In this current system most bull riders are fighting for a ticket into a Touring Pro event where they hope they can put together enough good weekends to progress to the Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour. The few elites that can string together enough good events to make it on the Unleash the Beast Tour find themselves in the top 35 and fight for dear life to stay on top.
This new tour made its debut on November 30th and December 1st in Kalispell, Montana with a line-up of strong 18 to 19-point bulls and a collection of young, up and coming bull riders who accepted the challenge. The stage was set for the next hot tour to kick off. Night 1 in Kalispell set the tone for a very successful event with many of the bull riders making qualified rides and posting scores. It came down to who put together a solid 8 seconds. Connor Murnion topped the heap with a strong 87-point ride aboard S449 Whiplash but unfortunately had a rough time on the dismount and was knocked unconscious and had to be assisted from the
Recently, it has been noticed that there are so many bull riders with great potential who never get their shot at the Touring Pro level. Some get a chance now and then to break into a Touring Pro Division event but the constant challenge of riding at a bigger venue Connor Murnion
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Hawk Whitt
arena floor. With the high score of the night, Connor was granted a shot at the bounty bull but, because of his injuries, he was not able to accept the challenge. The second night brought round 2 and the final championship round. Saturday night seemed to be more in the favor of the bulls than the cowboys. Ruger Piva managed to put the hammer down in round 2 when he put a strong 86.5 score on T12 Kathmandu. This score afforded Ruger enough points on his one successful ride to get him back to the short round. With the talent of the bulls cranked up for the short round, the intensity of the event made an upward swing. Ruger Piva kicked off the short round being fouled by the bull which afforded him a reride and a second attempt. In typical Ruger Piva style, he took full advantage of his 8 second chance and put up a monster number of 88.5 on TrueGrit. However, even with his huge short round score, Ruger would not end the event on top.
Like with any top-notch bull rider, Hawk put the biggest work in when it counted the most. Hawk managed to hang it all on the line and cover Frank the Tank of Kittson for a score of 84 points. This score gave Hawk the average win with a total of 248 points on three head and an impressive check to help him celebrate over the winter months. When the lights were dimmed, the tempo had been set for what could be the next generation of bull riding. The future looks bright for a lot of young bull riders and a young bull riding series that could be a stepping stone for many future would champions.
Hawk Whitt of Thermopolis, Wyoming spurred his way to the top by covering all three bulls. In the first round Hawk covered 132 No Loyalty of Whitford Rodeo then followed up with a strong showing on 111 Make Ya Famous also of Whitford Rodeo which locked his position in the short round. Ruger Piva
Humps-Horns.com ¡ 9 ¡ January 2019
The Most Important Message The most important message the Father wants our world to hear, in my opinion.
The truth and assurance is that in Him we are no longer separated because of our thoughts and actions but we are reconciled to Him, holy, blameless and without a single “The Good News of the Gospel is that Jesus Christ finished fault, because of Him. any and all work on our behalf that needed to be done in reconciliation for sin (Missing the Mark of Perfection) to Now That’s Great News. the Father. In Christ we stand in perfect relationship with the Father. This is a gift to you. The effect of a gift only comes when you receive the gift”. Jesus Loves You! Cody Custer “This includes you who were once far away from God. You were his enemies, separated from him by your evil thoughts and actions. Yet now he has reconciled you to himself through the death of Christ in his physical body. As a result, he has brought you into his own presence, and you are holy and blameless as you stand before him without a single fault. But you must continue to believe this truth and stand firmly in it. Don’t drift away from the assurance you received when you heard the Good News. The Good News has been preached all over the world, and I, Paul, have been appointed as God’s servant to proclaim it”. (Colossians 1:21-23 NLT)
Humps-Horns.com · 10 · January 2019
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Risk Factors for Gout Anyone can develop gout if uric acid builds up in their body. But certain factors may put you at an increased risk of developing the condition. For example, kidney disease and thyroid problems can interfere with the body’s ability to excrete uric acid, which raises your chances of gout. Other risk factors for developing gout include drinking large amounts of soda and being obese. Gout also appears to run in families. If you have a close relative, such as a parent or sibling, that had gout, it increases your risk. Having high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes also increases your chances of developing gout. Relief Tips
Gout is an inflammatory condition that usually affects the joints. It can develop when the level of uric acid in the blood becomes too high. Severe pain develops when the uric acid starts forming crystals in the joint. Symptoms of Gout According to the Arthritis Foundation, about eight million people in the United States have gout. Symptoms of gout often affect the joints of the feet, but any joint can be affected, including the knees, wrists, and fingers. Symptoms may include: • Severe pain in the affected joint • Decreased range of motion • Inflammation in the joint • Redness and warmth in the affected joint The symptoms of gout typically last for about three to ten days after treatment starts. According to the Mayo Clinic, the pain is often most severe in the first 12 hours. Some people that develop gout have repeated flare-ups. It’s essential to talk with your doctor if you have repeated gout attacks. Over time, the increased uric acid may lead to joint damage. Although it can vary, gout typically affects one joint at a time. If the condition is not properly treated, additional joints may be affected. Untreated gout can lead to the development of lumps of crystallized uric acid around the joints under the skin.
Some of the gout relief tips below help prevent a build-up of uric acid in the body. But most of the suggestions don’t promote elimination of uric acid. Instead, they treat pain and inflammation. If you develop gout, the pain can be severe. Fortunately, there are several at home tips that may help decrease pain and provide relief. Consider the following suggestions: 1) Watch Your Diet Certain foods that are high in the compound purine can increase uric acid levels in the body and increase a person’s risk of developing gout. If you have gout or have had an attack in the past, consider limiting certain types of seafood, such as herring, scallops, and sardines. Meats including veal, turkey, and bacon are also high in purines and should be limited if you have gout. 2) Use a Bath Bomb A warm bath with a pain-relieving bath bomb can reduce discomfort due to gout. A soak in the tub may not only reduce pain, but it may also relax the joint and decrease stiffness. Look for a bath bombs that contains Arnica Montana as the active ingredient. 3) Elevate Your Foot The joints of the foot, especially the big toe, is a common site of gout. If gout affects your foot, try to elevate it slightly above your heart to decrease swelling. If possible, give your feet a rest and avoid standing for too long or walking long distances until the pain has subsided.
Humps-Horns.com · 12 · January 2019
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Applying an ice pack is often a good way to decrease inflammation and pain associated with various joint problems including gout. Although ice will not reduce uric acid levels in the body, it can decrease discomfort. Use a cold washcloth or ice pack three to five times a day applying it for about fifteen minutes each time.
A joint supplement can be helpful for people that have gout. Joint supplements can reduce pain, improve flexibility, and decrease swelling. Joint supplements also promote overall joint health. The best joint supplements contain ingredients like Boswellia Serrata, Ginger Root Extract, and collagen.
5) Reduce Alcohol Intake Beer contains purines and can increase the intensity of a gout attack. Not all types of alcohol contain purines, but they can increase the number of purines your body makes, which in turn can raise uric acid levels. If you have gout, consider avoiding alcohol until symptoms clear. 6) Drink Plenty of Water Drinking plenty of water helps flush uric acid out of the body. Staying well hydrated might also decrease your risk of developing kidney stones, which can also occur with high uric acid levels. Try to drink at least eight cups of water a day.
Keep in mind; if you have gout, it’s also important to talk with your doctor about treatment options. In some cases, medication may be prescribed to help you eliminate uric acid from the body or reduce the production of uric acid.
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Humps-Horns.com · 13 · January 2019
Inspiration Point by Keno Shrum
It’s All About People One of the greatest challenges that we face in our lives is connecting with other people. When we think about our purpose, to love God and love our neighbor (Matthew 22:3739), we realize that this is the great challenge God has given us. We let things get in the way of doing that. We also let things get in the way of others showing love to us. Being about the Lord’s business is being about the business of visiting with and learning about other people. The more that we can do this, the better job we will do in fulfilling our purpose in life. One of the greatest obstacles that we place in our path of connecting with other people is simply failing to talk to them. So often we conceive of prejudices in our mind as to why a person is one way or another. We think, “I can’t talk to him/ her about this because he/she will never listen.” How do we know until we try? Jesus told us that if we have a problem with another that we need to go to him/her and talk (Matthew 18:15). Jesus’ way is the best way. More often than not, we will be able to resolve our differences. Many times the reason we don’t want to talk to other people lies within our own heart. We allow others to control us by blaming them instead of doing what we can. This is debilitating. We must take responsibility for our own thoughts, beliefs, decisions, feelings, and actions. This will put us back in control of our own life and go a long way toward helping us be more relaxed and comfortable around other people so that we can fulfill the purpose that God has given us in this life. If you would like to learn more on ways to connect with other people, then please, “Come now and let us reason together...” (Isa 1:18) In HIS Love, Keno Shrum
Humps-Horns.com · 14 · January 2019
SMOTHERED STEAK
INGREDIENTS • • • • •
INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. 2. Slice meat into serving sizes. 3. Place soup, onions and cooking sherry into 9x13 inch baking dish. 4. Mix well. 5. Place meat into sauce mixture. 6. Bake 2 1/2 hours. 7. Serve with mashed potatoes, using sauce as gravy.
2-3 lbs. round steak 2 cans cream of mushroom soup 2 jars cocktail onions 8 oz. cooking sherry 1 can water
Submitted by Sarah R. - Kissimmee, FL
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Humps-Horns.com · 15 · January 2019
Outside the Arena with...
Guilherme Marchi By Georgia Akers
Terry Blake, our fearless editor, originated the title for my column. I have tried to interview persons that are involved in the sport of bull riding that the readers may not know how much they give to the sport and do to promote the sport. I have stayed away from the riders because most readers know about them. Please forgive me if I stray from the “Outside the Arena” plan. When Guilherme Marchi announced that he was retiring, I felt that someone had kicked me in the gut. When Guilherme first came on the scene, I wasn’t that involved in the sport and was just beginning to go to events. One of the first riders I encountered was Guilherme. He stopped and visited with me. As I begin owning bulls and getting involved with the Western Sports Foundation (FKA Rider Relief), I found myself visiting with him in the hotel lobby or the bar as he and the other Brazilian riders waited for their pizza delivery. I have seen fans approach him when he is trying to have breakfast and he always stands up for them to get a picture. He has always been gracious. He has always been available to the fans. And his smile cannot help but put a smile on your face too.
At the World Finals, they always introduce former world champions and do it different every night. On the third night of the 2018 finals, they had four former champions walk down the steps from the spectator seats. One was Guilherme. He was holding in his hand an American Flag. Once he reached the arena, he kissed the flag and put his hand over his heart. He appreciates all this country has allowed him to accomplish. There will be a void at PBR events when he leaves. I will miss my friend. So in order to honor a great rider but more important a good man, I interviewed “inside the arena” this time. When you first came to the U.S., what was your first impression of being here and the U.S. PBR? The production, the riders and the fans. In Brazil, we do not have the support of TV or sponsors. I saw a chance to do well here. The fans are so great. They follow the riders and know a lot about them. I have such respect for them for the support they have given me. What did you miss most about moving here from Brazil? My family. My father, brother and sister.
Marchi with the PBR World Champion trophy in 2008.
Humps-Horns.com · 16 · January 2019
You could have resided anywhere in the U.S. Why did you pick Texas? Other Brazilians had settled here such as Adriano Moraes and Paulo Crimber. How do Brazilian bucking bulls compare to the American Bucking bulls? The Brazilian bulls are bigger and that makes them slower. The American bucking bulls are faster. When you first came to the U.S. there were few Brazilian riders. What was that like? Adriano encouraged me in order to make money. He said I was good enough to compete. How did you get the name Mr. Hollywood? In 2005, my agent took me to Hollywood for interviews. I was told that if I didn’t want to be a bull rider, I could be an actor. That is how the name came about. You have had so many incredible rides. What three rides were the most special for you?
You are the senior member of the Brazilian riders. What advice do you give the young riders who come here? Have faith in yourself. Try hard and work hard. Bulls and competition go hand and hand. Never give up. Always be respectful to everyone. Always respect the fans. Who do you see stepping up and being available to give advice and mentor the young riders? Silvano Alves. He will step into that role. Will you become active with the Brazilian/American PBR? I would like to be involved but have not been asked. I am not sure. What are your plans when you retire? I will be spending a lot of time in the U.S. I plan on having a bull riding clinic for young riders. I also have products that are sold with my name on them. I plan to market the brand. You have sons. I believe one is a pre-teen. Would you want them to be bull riders? Is your oldest involved in the sport?
Winning my first World Title. Riding a bull named Big Tex for I believe a 94.75 And the 600th ride. Who do you think is the rankest bull? Bushwacker and Air Time What bull do you like to get on the most? There are lots of good bulls but I like Smooth Operator. He fits me best. You announced your retirement but you are still making those 8 second rides. What made you decide to retire? I have been in the U.S. for 15 years. That is a long time for a rider. I came here. I made a good living. I have been a World Champion. My dreams have come true. I want to spend time with my family. I am having more accidents. It is time. There has been a beginning, a middle and now the end.
Guilherme Marchi family.
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No, he is not in the sport. I would not want them to be, but if they did want to pursue a career in bull riding, I would support and help them. I think it is better that they are not involved. Where do you see yourself in five years? I see myself in the ranching business raising beef cattle and as a businessman. What will you miss most about leaving the PBR and the U.S? I have made a lot of friends and I will miss them. My life has been PBR for so long. People in the U.S. for the most part respect your property. Brazil is kind of dangerous. I love Texas. I plan to keep my place here and go back and forth between the U.S. and Brazil. I plan to spend more time managing my brand. What will you miss most about leaving the sport? Riding bulls. It is what I have done for many years. I started riding when I was 15 years of age. It has been my life for a long time. My brother and I both rode bulls in Brazil. I will miss all the friends I have made. It has been a good life and allowed me to take care of my family. God Bless and I know everyone wishes you the very best.
Humps-Horns.com ¡ 18 ¡ January 2019
Photo by Andrea Kaus
35 Spotted Demon By Kelly B. Robbins
2018 PRCA BULL OF THE YEAR This has been an unexpectedly exciting year for Julio and Kindra Moreno and partner Dallas Schott. Their bull, Spotted Demon, was voted the 2018 PRCA Bull of the Year. This champion bovine is ten years old, one of the oldest Bulls of the Year in PRCA history. But you wouldn’t know that by watching him in action. “This is probably Spotted Demon’s best year ever,” Julio shared. “He has bucked good all year long. He really is a warrior. He steps in there ready every time.” He ended the 2017 season last year with a couple of sub-par rounds, and was not invited to the PBR World Champion Finals. Julio later revealed that Spotted Demon was suffering from an abscess in his foot, which really affected his ability to buck. But Spotted Demon did well at the 2017 NFR and started the 2018 PBR Unleash the Beast season with six straight buck-offs and an average bull score of 45.04 points. As I write this article, Spotted Demon is in Las Vegas for the 60th Wrangler PRCA National Finals Rodeo. He easily handled Bristow, Oklahoma’s Garrett Tribble on Friday, December 7 in Round 2 in just a couple of seconds. “Spotted Demon is the highest marked bull so far at the NFR,” Julio revealed. “He’s even ahead of Bruiser.” Spotted Demon is set to buck again in Round 9 on Friday night. “He’s in really good shape right now,” Julio observed from Vegas. “He’s slimmed down some from last season. I don’t get to feed him here at the NFR. But I gave good instructions as to what and how much he should be fed. I wanted to make sure he doesn’t get too heavy, because he is slim, in good shape and he is ready.” Spotted demon ended the regular 2018 PRCA season with some impressive battles with the cowboys. In Canby, Oregon in August,
he dumped Billy West in 3.86 seconds for a bull score of 45.50 points. Also in August, in Bremerton, Washington, Spotted Demon outdueled Boudreaux Campbell in 2.20 seconds, for a bull score of 46.00 points. In September, in Ellensburg, Washington, he had Garrett Tribble tasting a little dirt in just 2.92 seconds, for a bull score of 46.50 points. According to Probullstats.com, Spotted Demon has a career buckoff percentage of 89.47%. His average ride mark is 22.088 and he has 25 round winning outs and five rider-round wins. He has an average bull score of 45 points, and an average buck-off time of 4.5 seconds. It was quite a time of anticipation after Spotted Demon’s PRCA championship was announced. He was hot in the running for the PBR World Champion Bull title heading in to the PBR Unleash the Beast Finals in Las Vegas last month. He was in third place going into the finals. D&H Cattle Company’s eventual PBR Champion Bull of the Year, SweetPro’s Bruiser was in first place and Chad Berger’s Smooth Operator was in second place. Any misstep by these two contenders would have launched Spotted Demon into the title. Julio bucked Spotted Demon twice in Nampa, Idaho, in October, so that he would have the required eight outs for the PBR World Finals. In Nampa, Marco Eguchi was bucked off in 6.59 seconds in round one. In the championship round, Cody Teel rode him to the buzzer for a huge score of 92.25 points. At the PBR World Finals, Marco Eguchi hung on to Spotted Demon for the full eight seconds and then his face hit the bull’s horn and he was knocked out. He got an amazing score of 94 points. Spotted Demon had a bull score of 45.75 points.
Humps-Horns.com · 20 · January 2019
Garrett Tribble takes on Spotted Demon at the 2018 NFR. PRCA ProRodeo Photo by James Phifer.
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I asked Julio about Spotted Demon’s reputation as a mean bull. “Yeah, that’s pretty much what everyone says,” Julio remarked. “But I think that’s because he hurt a few people in his younger years. He really throws his head a lot, which sometimes connects with a cowboy’s face. I really don’t think he is that mean. He’s just big and awesome.” “Spotted Demon bucks out of a right-hand delivery,” Julio continued. “He’s really good in the chutes, much like Bushwacker. He stands real still and just watches and waits to take it to them. I talk to him sometimes, and he knows my voice. He always spins to the right. He usually stays really close to the chutes.” Spotted Demon is at home in the central valley of California at the Oakdale ranch of Julio and Kindra. He shares real estate there with the former PBR three-time World Champion Bull, Bushwacker, who is enjoying his retirement. Other bulls that graze the grass with him there are 14Y Indian Medicine, 2-1 Mortimer, 248 Squirrel, 738 Hillbilly Rock, and 83 Cowboy Up. Another former fierce contender enjoying his retirement in Oakdale is 62 Mr. Bull.
Julio and Kindra, who is a veterinary technician, take real good care of their bulls there on the ranch. “We give them TwoBulls Black Label 17, yeast, minerals and Noni juice,” Julio revealed. “We have about an acre of dirt out behind the barn. Sort of an arena. We put the bulls out there two or three times a week and let them dig in the dirt. Spotted Demon loves to play in the dirt. He hooks his horns in the dirt and throws it up and just covers himself. That gives him some good exercise.” What does the future hold for Julio, Kindra and Dallas? “Our goal is to get some more bulls into the PBR and to the NFR,” Julio disclosed. “We have a nice set of bulls right now, and we have some young ones coming on that are Bushwacker offspring. We are excited because they are going to be good. As for Spotted Demon, next year will be his farewell year. We want him to go out on top.”
Spotted Demon gets the job done during the 2017 National Finals Rodeo. PRCA ProRodeo Photo.
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Where Are They Now?
By Terry Lidral
Lee Akin Lee Akin’s presence at the PBR’s 25th Anniversary Heroes and Legends Celebration this past November shouldn’t come as a big surprise. He was a PBR multiple event champion and qualified for the PBR Finals four times. He was one of the stars on the PBR tour, becoming a fan favorite wherever he went. A commentator for the Outdoor Life Network while on the injured list, Akin appeared in Cosmopolitan Magazine as “Oklahoma’s Hottest Hunk.” But for those who know Akin’s story, seeing Lee in Las Vegas meeting and greeting people with his big, ingratiating smile was nothing short of a miracle. In 2007, Akin was at the peak of a bull riding career that started when he was in high school. He’d already won over a million dollars and was at the top of the ranks in the sport. He was both a multiple PBR Finals and NFR qualifier looking to repeat at both venues. At a bull riding event on Thursday evening of March 8, 2007, Lee’s life was changed forever. It was a buck-off gone wrong. The bull’s hoof landed squarely on Akin’s head, completely crushing the left side of his skull. Doctors initially did not expect him to live. And after he beat those odds, Akin needed multiple brain surgeries which left him on life support and non-responsive for an extended period of time. When he did wake up, it was as if Akin was starting life all over. He had extremely limited memory and his ability to walk, talk and take care of himself had been taken away by the accident. He was facing a long, hard road to an uncertain recovery. And his bull riding career was in the past. Akin went back to his home in Oklahoma, but the severe effects of the accident had left his spirit broken. Only a very limited amount of his life skills were returning
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Akin on the bull A13 Trick or Treat at the Reno Rodeo (2000). Photo by Fred Nyulassy.
and he had little or no memory of who he was. Eight years after the accident, he was still helpless to live on his own and his life took another downhill turn when he found himself with nowhere to go. “In 2015, I left Oklahoma and had gone to stay with my adoptive mother in California,” Akin, who has now regained his life skills and a good share of his memory, told us. “I had nowhere else to go and things were pretty hostile there. This woman took my debit card and wouldn’t let me have it. I had no means of support and I was at her mercy. It was a bad situation. I knew I had to get out of there.” So, Akin turned to the woman he had almost married years before to help him make the break. “I used to design and maintain websites for professional athletes,” said Melissa Akin, who married Lee in a dream wedding in May of 2016. “I ended up designing a website for Lee the fall of 1999 and then we met in Las Vegas during the NFR a couple of months later.” Recovering from a leg fracture, Akin was out of competition and had not qualified to go to Las Vegas that year. But, even though he was not competing, he went anyway so that he could meet up with Melissa. “He had no intentions of going to Las Vegas just to watch the Finals,” explained Melissa. “But upon hearing that I was going to be there, he wrangled a job from a friend who owned a western store in New Mexico. Lee got a job at Country Christmas at the Sands Expo Center. When Lee and I first laid eyes on each other, Lee was selling shoes from the Old West Mercantile booth. We knew it was love at first sight and we dated for several years. But then our plans took us separate ways and we split up.”
That link led Akin to contact Melissa for help. Melissa sent an Uber to get him and take him to the Burbank airport. He got on a plane to Idaho and has not looked back. “Being reunited with Melissa was the missing piece in my recovery,” Akin told us. “I finally felt complete.” But Akin had a lot of work to do to regain the everyday skills and mental processes that he had lost when the bull had crushed his skull. With Melissa, who works in the medical profession, there by his side, Akin embraced the challenge. “When I left Oklahoma in 2015,” related Akin, “I could not read at all. I could not tell time. I did not know my phone number, social security number, date of birth. I didn’t know the names of colors, states, animals and I couldn’t order for myself in a restaurant. It was not good!” Melissa knew they had a difficult road ahead of them, but there was never any doubt in her mind that Lee had a brighter future.
It was the love he had shared with Melissa that gave Akin the courage to not just give up.
“As a nurse practitioner, I can attest to the fact that medical literature states that one will meet their maximum recovery potential in 18–24 months after a traumatic brain injury. Because of Lee’s former environment, Lee’s recovery was hindered,” explained Melissa. “That did not discourage us. We truly believed that Lee would get better.”
“Melissa and I met in 1999 and we dated for quite some time, but it was not God’s plan for us to permanently be together back then,” Akin told us. “After my accident, I didn’t remember many people, but I remembered Melissa. How could I have ever forgotten Melissa? It would have been impossible. She always held a special place in my heart.”
“Lee’s lack of ability to speak proficiently had left him feeling insecure and depressed which blocked recovery,” continued Melissa. “Upon moving to Idaho, Lee started doing Bal-A-Vis-X therapy. This therapy helps the brain to form new neural pathways through a series of various exercises that are deeply rooted in rhythm.”
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and I took Lee to say ‘hi.’ When Lee and I pulled into the CNR parking lot, the look on Lee’s face was that of coming home. He was ecstatic and stated that he remembered being there many times. Wiley could not believe Lee’s progress from the last time he had seen him in Oklahoma and he asked Lee why he was doing so much better. Lee and I told him that it was the power of our love.” That love was celebrated when Akin and Melissa were married in May 2016. The bull rider who couldn’t walk, talk or care for himself after his horrific accident, stood up in front of friends and family and stated his wedding vows, greeted guests and danced with his bride. Since the wedding, Akin has continued to steadily improve. He now reads, writes, handles his own Facebook page, manages his own money and can carry on a conversation with complete confidence in his ability to speak his thoughts. He attributes his strength to face the daily rigors of the road to recovery to the caring friendship of the bull riding community. “The bull riding community is a family. People have been great to me, especially the PBR,” Akin told us. “They have gone above and beyond for me and I really appreciate it.” And it’s not just the bull riders who have stood by Akin as he regained his life. “The fans are my greatest support and source of encouragement. People approach me at all sorts of random locations - the grocery store, airports, the water park, even a café in Bruneau, Idaho, population 552.” Akin relates a story of how much his fans still love him. “Melissa and I went to Bruneau a few weeks ago and the nicest guy approached me and told me that he was my biggest fan. He bought our lunch and we sat and talked for quite a while. It humbles me to know that people still remember me after all of these years.” As far as long term memory, Akin is making progress there also.
Before starting the new therapy, Akin’s vocabulary was extremely limited. His answer to most questions was the word “awesome.” He couldn’t elaborate about anything. With Melissa’s dedicated support and encouragement, Akin’s abilities began to return. One of the first major memories that Akin had was in the arena where he still holds the Caldwell Night Rodeo bull riding record. “Wiley Petersen was a fellow PBR bull rider and Lee’s good friend,” related Melissa. “Wiley was coming from Pocatello, Idaho to put on a bull riding clinic at the Caldwell Night Rodeo arena
“I remember quite a bit now, but not everything. I remember that I jumped off of Trick or Treat at 7.9 seconds in Reno one year because I thought I heard the buzzer,” laughed Akin. “I don’t remember anything about my accident,” he continued. “I remember faces, but I still have a hard time with names if I haven’t seen someone in a long time. I remember a lot more than I did 3 years ago.” Akin is thankful that God gave him a second chance and did not choose for his life to end in 2007. And he is truly thankful for his marriage to Melissa. “I believe that I am in a better place than I have ever been in my life. I can truly say that I am happy now and surrounded by people
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who truly love me and I know have my back. I am also thankful for Melissa’s mom who has been there for us for the past 3 years.” The fame and glory of his bull riding career may be behind him, but for Akin, the fact that he is leading a normal life again is more than enough.
Lee and Melissa Akin believe in the power of love. And they believe in miracles. Just one look at Lee interacting with his friends at the PBR’s 25th Anniversary Heroes and Legends Celebration should make us all believers. Photos provided courtesy of Lee Akin.
“It’s not about money or buckles or possessions,” Akin explained. “Those things are nice, but are not eternal and cannot buy happiness. I only have 2 buckles in my possession. Nothing more. I left California with only a few items that would fit in a carry on and $6 in my pocket. I lost all of my memorabilia as well as a very large sum of money and most of my possessions to my adoptive mom. In spite of all that, I am in a much better place now.” That better place is living life with his wife in a small town in Idaho. They have spent a part of the last year traveling and visiting their friends in the bull riding community. And they’ve spent some time just having fun. “I am pretty much up for anything,” said Akin. “Melissa and I travel a lot, both by car and airplane. I love exploring Idaho. I love being outdoors, fishing, hiking, going to hot springs, doing projects around the house and trying new restaurants. We go to the movies a lot.” Akin really enjoyed being part of the PBR’s 25th Anniversary Celebration. “It was an amazing event. The PBR went all out and really took good care of us alumni for their 25th anniversary. It was so good to see old buddies and to see the current riders as well. All bull riding fans need to attend the Heroes and Legends Celebration once in their lifetime.” And now, Akin is content to be one of those bull riding fans. “Bull riding was my passion for so many years and I miss it. But I love watching all of the new guys. There is a lot of talent out there!” said Akin, who clearly remembers how the sport works. “Whether we are attending an event in person or watching on TV, Lee always scores the rides and 9.9 times out of 10, he is right on with the judges or within a half point,” Melissa told us proudly. Today Akin has a job and lives a pretty normal life. “I have a great job working for a rancher. He is also an attorney that practices law in California and he travels to California monthly for his law business. So, I help him take care of the place.”
Lee and Melissa at the 2018 PBR World Finals in Las Vegas, NV.
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By Barbara Pinnella
Kimzey, Dougherty Shine Brightly in Las Vegas
Sage Kimzey rides Record Rack’s Shootin’ Stars (Beutler & Son Rodeo) for 93 points and the Round 10 win at the National Finals Rodeo. PRCA ProRodeo Photo by Phil Doyle.
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Chase Dougherty posts an 89.50 score on Beutler & Son Rodeo’s bull Record Rack’s Dirty Dan to split the win in Round 8 of the National Finals Rodeo. PRCA ProRodeo Photo. Heading into Las Vegas for the 10-day epic event that is called the National Finals Rodeo, everyone knew that in the bull riding it would be the Sage Kimzey show. He came into those Finals with a huge lead and was on his way to successive buckle number five, but who would have guessed that he might need that sizable advantage to guarantee another World title? Sage had been beaten up one way or another all year, starting out his year with a broken pelvis. Things didn’t get any easier for him in Vegas. He only covered four bulls during those 10 days, but he finished up in style. Kimzey managed to grind out the highest score of the event in bull riding, a whopping 93-point ride with dance partner Record Rack’s Shootin’ Stars, owned by Beutler & Son Rodeo. That score came in the final round. This talented bull rider joined the great Jim Shoulders in being the only other bull rider to win at least five consecutive World titles – amazing! There is a difference between these two victories, however. Shoulders ended up winning six titles in a row, but they came before the NFR. They were back in 1954-1959. That leaves Sage with the distinction of being the first NFR bull rider to win five consecutive titles. At only 24 years of age, he staked a claim to $415,263 for the year. Second in that race was Chase Dougherty, third was Joe Frost, with Parker Breding fourth and Joe Askey finishing fifth.
But another champion was born this year, and bull riding fans better keep watching him. That man is the same one who finished second in the World behind Kimzey; Chase Dougherty. Chase was the only man to cover seven bulls this year – the next closest competitor was Breding, who rode five – earning him the coveted NFR average title. This second-generation bull rider is a riding machine. The 20-year-old Chase won three state bull riding titles in his home state of Oregon, causing the Montana State University rodeo team to seek him out. Dougherty competed successfully in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association for a year before taking to the road full time. He had numerous victories this year on the way to his big accomplishment, and came into the Finals fifth in the standings. Chase started out strong, riding his first two bulls. But then he bucked off his next three. He was able to right the ship however, and rode every bull they ran under him after that. His highest score was an 89.5 in the eighth round on a bull called Dirty Dan, owned by Beutler & Son Rodeo, and he split the win in that round with Joe Frost. Chase also won the round the previous night with a score of 87.5 on Frontier Rodeo’s Lookin Up, so he was able to notch victories in two rounds.
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Sage Kimzey splits the win in Round 3 of the NFR with 88 points on Custer (Rosser Rodeo). PRCA ProRodeo Photo.
Sage Kimzey and Tyler Bingham share an adventurous victory lap after splitting the win in Round 3 of the NFR with a pair of 88 point rides. PRCA ProRodeo Photo by Billie Jean Duff.
When all was said and done, Dougherty walked out of the Thomas & Mack Arena $209,058 dollars richer. That large sum of money earned Chase the RAM Top Gun Award, which is given to the competitor who wins the most money during the 10 days. By winning that Top Gun Award, he received a 2019 RAM 3500 Heavy Duty Truck, a RAM Top Gun-branded gun from Commemorative Firearms, and a custom Top Gun buckle from Montana Silversmiths. I would say not a bad weeks’ work for this young man. As far as the average is concerned, Frost was second, Askey third, Roscoe Jarboe came in fourth, and Kimzey rounded out the top five. As so often happens, injuries took a bit of a toll. Trevor Kastner had to sit out the last four nights of competition due to a separated shoulder, and of course at this time of year everyone is sore. That aside though, the bull riding world is in really good shape with all of these men in it. And don’t forget, J.B. Mauney is looking to make his mark in the PRCA as well. He is planning on qualifying for both the PBR Finals, as well as the NFR. If you know J.B., you know to never count him out. We are in for good watching all the way around!
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Cousins, Ezekiel and Ouncie Mitchell, took 1st and 2nd place at the PBR Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour’s Ontario Invitational. Ezekiel (top) covers Smoke Show (Humpz and Hornz) for 87.50 points while Ouncie (bottom) rides Savage (Jerry Brown Bucking Bulls) for 87 points. Photos by Andrea Kaus.
Boudreaux Campbell Expanding His Horizons in 2019 By Barbara Pinnella
Young Boudreaux Campbell was preparing to make his second appearance at the National Finals Rodeo, but before that occurred, Humps N Horns magazine was able to catch up with this young man in the middle of November. Campbell was competing in a PBR Velocity event in Ontario, CA when we spoke. He was able to cover his first bull there, but bucked off his short-go bull, finishing out of the money. But that did nothing to dampen his spirits, as he has shown that he has the goods to deliver. As an amateur, Campbell won the Texas junior high championship in 2013 and the high school state bull riding championship two years later, and now he has already proven that he can run with the big dogs. He is a three-time CBR World Finals qualifier. He joined the PRCA in 2017 and was the 2017 PRCA Ram Rookie of the Year. He qualified for the NFR that same year as well. Qualifying again this year, Boudreaux is turning into a force to be reckoned with. And why not? Though young chronologically at 20 years of age, he has been getting on some type of livestock since he was a young boy. “I started riding sheep when I was about four years old,” Boudreaux told us, “and I worked my way up through youth and high school rodeos, with calves, steers, and bulls. My dad Jay tried bull riding a little bit when he was younger but he told me that he wasn’t really very good at it. He never rode in the PRCA. And I have twin brothers Blake and Bryce, who also rodeoed in high school. Boudreaux Campbell rides Full Throttle (Evan Matthews) at the Ontario Invitational in Ontario, CA. Photo by Andrea Kaus.
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Campbell rides Rebelution in the 9th round of the 2017 National Finals Rodeo. PRCA ProRodeo Photo by Dan Hubbell.
“So that’s how it started for me. Dad took me to a rodeo one time and I saw the sheep riding and I told him that I wanted to do that. He let me do it and he’s been hauling me ever since. Actually, he’s been pushing me all the way, and it’s been awesome.” While the name Boudreaux Campbell might not yet be a household name for PBR fans, he is hoping to change that soon. Thus far, he has been mainly sticking to the events sanctioned by the PRCA. By focusing on that, Campbell has been able to get those back-toback NFR qualifications. He qualified this year, even after having to miss the last month of the season with a broken finger on his riding hand. “This year (the 2019 season) I want to do something different and go to more stuff, so I want to go to more PBRs. They are really good and there is a lot of money, and I like them. I had a blast here, (in Ontario, California). Even though I didn’t do too good here,” he laughed, “I had a blast. I like these events and I think I’m gonna keep going to them.”
That would prove to be his only ride during the 10 day marathon, something that he was not planning on happening. But he will bust out next year – this man can ride! In his spare time, he likes to ride his horses. He also owns several hunting dogs, and does a lot of hog hunting. When it comes right down to it, Campbell knows the important aspects of his life and career, and wanted to acknowledge them. “I want to thank my sponsors, Vexil Brands, Barstow Pro Rodeo, and Rock N Roll Panhandle. And also, my dad and all of my family. I couldn’t do this without any of them.”
That doesn’t mean he is going to ignore the other organizations, however. “I’m gonna try to go to both the PRCA and PBR this year, but my main goal this year is to get back to the NFR and win the World Title. If I don’t make it on tour this year because I’m not going too hard, next year I’m gonna focus on these PBR events.” For Boudreaux this year, the bright lights of the NFR did not sparkle like he hoped they would. He did not make a qualified ride until Round 7, when he tied for second with Dustin Boquet with a score of 87. Campbell covered the Rosser Rodeo bull, Custer.
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Around The
Horn
with Bucking Bull TV’s Jeff Bressler
You knew Sage Kimzey would not grab his fifth PRCA World Championship without giving his fans a memorable Round 10 farewell at the NFR! Sage was having a lackluster Finals with only 3 qualified rides going into Round 10. For some contestants that might be a good NFR but not for Sage. Kimzey was battered during the Finals with a bum shoulder and sore ribs. But how can you collect your fifth title without going out with a bang? Mounting Beutler & Son Rodeo’s Record Rack’s Shootin’ Stars, Kimzey posted a 93-point ride. Making it more impressive was the fact that Kimzey, as mentioned, was in a world of hurt. And talk about impressive, let’s go to the record books Sage became the first bull rider in the NFR era to win five consecutive world championships. The late great Jim Shoulders actually won six in a row but that that was prior to the NFR becoming the PRCA’S World Finals with the formal crowing of a world champ.
awareness to that, I’m going to.” Not only did Kimzey create awareness, he also created some cash for the American Valor Foundation, a nonprofit founded on behalf of late Navy Seal Chris Kyle. Kimzey pledged $10 for every point he scored during the NFR. If my accounting is right that’s $3,470! Quality guy.
Unfortunately, and I have mentioned this each of the last several years, the quantity, and in many instances the quality of the bull riding in Las Vegas left much to be desired. Yes, there were a good number of 90+ rides, six to be precise, that brought the sellout crowds to their feet, but overall the numbers were abysmal. Of 146 rides 47 bulls were covered. That’s a poor 32%. Embarrassing for the standards that should be set for the NFR.
Only four other bull riders have won at least five – Don Gay won eight, Shoulders seven, and Smokey Snyder and Harry Tompkins each won five.
And out of those 47 rides 11 were below 85. There were 4 below 75. To achieve those low points the quality of the NFR pen of bulls also left much to be desired with the exception of a few.
A high bar for Kimzey to attain, but is their any doubt he can do it? So, Sage finishes 2018 with $415,000. If you think Sage is spending all that money on himself think again.
Let’s up the game in 2019, boys. The fans deserve it.
Kimzey is a champ both inside and outside the arena.
I tip my cowboy hat to young gun Chase Dougherty. The 20-year-old Oregon hand, at his first NFR, won the aggregate. For a few rounds his aggregate battle with Utah veteran Joe Frost was memorable.
Sage was wearing a silver dog tag at the arena before Round 7. It was inscribed with a name: Staff Sgt. Dylan Elchin. And a date: Nov. 27, 2018, when he was killed at age 25 during active duty in Afghanistan. Kimzey said, “All the things I was reading about him, everybody was talking about his work ethic and stuff, anything I can do to bring
This kid of few words is calm and collected and has a world of talent. When Chase was asked if he was enjoying the sights and sounds of Las Vegas he said, “I sleep during the day, and ride bulls at night.” Sole focus for sure!
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J.B. Mauney as many of you know has declared that he will compete in both the PBR and PRCA in 2019 looking to start a road that might eventually lead to a visit to the NFR in the future. It’s certainly a tough order but many PBR standouts have done double duty in the past with great success. L.J. Jenkins won the NFR aggregate back in 2011. Shane Proctor was without a doubt the double duty superstar. Proctor made it to the NFR four times while also qualifying for the PBR World Finals, including the year he won the 2011 PRCA bull riding championship. Add to Mauney and both Cooper Davis and Silvano Alves to the list of PBR bull riders who have expressed interest in a PRCA run in 2019 and one can see that there are a few guys who are heading for juggling school!
Jeff Bressler is the producer and host of Bucking Bull TV seen on the Rural Sports Network on Carbon TV. The second season of shows will start with PBR results, highlights and interviews from the opening event in New York at Madison Square Garden. First broadcast is January 9th. You can reach Jeff at jeff@bbtvmedia.com
Dusty Tuckness tries to distract Bit a Bad News (Rocking Forty Five Cattle) during the Ontario, CA PBR Real Time Pain Relief Velocity Tour event. Photo by Andrea Kaus.
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National Professional Bull Riders Association News HAPPY NEW YEARS!!! THE NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL BULL RIDERS EXTENDS OUR BEST WISHES TO EVERYONE FOR A SAFE AND PROSPEROUS 2019. The NPBR starts out the 2019 season, as usual, in sunny Mercedes, Texas on January 26 & 27, 2019. This will be an exciting event to watch as our bull riders in the 2018 standings will be battling for the gold 2018 NPBR World Champion Monsoon Silver Trophy Buckle. Defending NPBR World Champions, Shane Semien, Beaumont, TX and Troy Garcia, Tilden, TX are presently sitting in the number 1 and 2 spot with less than $500 separating them. Both of them will have to be on their A game to hold on to their positions. A good finish at this event could give anyone in the 2018 standings a chance at this World Champion title! Three Monsoon Silver Trophy Buckles will be presented at the end
of the weekend along with cash and prizes. A Mercedes event buckle will be given to the high money Non-Card contestant entered in this event. Good Luck to all the bull riders!! We are looking forward to this bull riding and will follow-up with the results and announce our 2018 NPBR World Champion in next month’s issue. The South Texas Bull Fight Challenge will again make their way to Mercedes, TX. This will be the first event of 2019 and you certainly won’t be disappointed. These boys will be rested up from the holidays and will be ready to show us their athletic abilities and moves in this free style bull fight competition. Don’t take your eyes off this excitement…you will miss it!! It’s fast and furious!! All Bull Riders – The NPBR would like to invite you to attend one or all of our events. Even though we are an association, anyone can participate with a small permit fee that covers the weekend event. If you place and win money, this permit money is applied to your membership. Your schedule may not allow you to attend all our events but we enjoy new participants as well as our friends and past members anytime. If you have any questions, feel free to call our office. 2019 DATES TO REMEMBER – MERCEDES, TX – January 26 & 27, 2019 - $6,000 Added KINGSVILLE, TX – February 22 & 23, 2019 - $5,000 Added HITCHCOCK, TX – March 29 - $2,500 Added REFUGIO, TX – May 3 & 4 - $6,000 Added More to Come…
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2018 Standings 1. Troy Garcia 2. Shane Semien 3. Laramie Craigen 4. John Pitts 5. D.J. LaFleur 6. Logan Bottoms 7. Jonathan Brown 8. Ezekiel Mitchell 9. Jorge Valdiviezo 10. Austin Richardson 11. J.T. Moore 12. Daniel Galvan 13. Gunner Conklin 14. Brandon Parrish 15. Foster McCraw 16. Tevin Weston 17. Justin Mire 18. Chance Lopez 19. Estaban Bustamante 20. Jaycob Brownig 21. Tres Garcia 22. Ouncie Mitchell 23. Jamarcus Whiting
$ 2,234 $ 1,776 $ 1,587 $ 1,541 $ 1,456 $ 1,444 $ 1,376 $ 1,340 $ 1,317 $ 1,284 $ 1,275 $ 1,225 $ 1,046 $ 970 $ 867 $ 688 $ 678 $ 628 $ 618 $ 478 $ 460 $ 419 $ 345 As of January 1, 2019
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Photos provided courtesy of Casey Martin Photography
BULLRIDE MANIA FINALS HARRISBURG, PA NOV 17, 2018 BULLS LONG GO 1. Grayson Cole 82pts on #4900 Heads Up = $1,188. 2. Darius Dill 76pts on #4002 Pronghorn Pedro = $792. SHORT GO 1. Austin Beatty 84pts on #406 Big Sky = $1,188. 2. Adrian Stackhouse 79pts on #311 Tortuga = $792. Average - No qualified rides on 2 head.
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Be sure to watch the website for information and updates to the schedule. NFPB Merchandise is available on-line! T-shirts, caps, sweatshirts, hoodies and coats. Check often for additions. www.NFPBullriders.com 2018 Year-End Awards Reuben Detweiler Iron Man Award - Ueberson Duarte Chip Hume Memorial Award High Point Ride of the Finals - Casey Coulter 88 pts Rookie of the Year - Buddy Asher Federation Finals Average Champion - Cristiano Figueredo 4th Place Year End - Christian Cox 3rd Place Year End - Ueberson Duarte Reserve Champion - Skyler Sims Federation Cup Champion - Cristiano Figueredo Stock Contractor of the Year - Jackson Bull Co. Bucking Bull of the Year - #742 Check It Out, CC Bucking Bulls Vickie Long Memorial Award Bull of the Finals #473 Tadpole, Bryan Huffman New Event of the Year - Park Rapids, MN, Great Frontier/Troy Meech Event of the Year - Sebeka, MN, Troy Meech Producer of the Year - Great Frontier Bull Riding Co. Federation Finals Bullfighters - Eric Welch, Josh Jacobs and Travis Miner Federation Finals Judges - Brad Check, Jim Kreke and Ben Prilwetz Federation Finals Announcer - Chris Pyle Federation Finals Barrel Man - Shawn Thompson 2018 NFPB Fall Yearling Futurity Champion #721, Donnie O'Brien 2018 NFPB National Finals Round 1 Champion Jack Gilmore with 87.5 points on bull #416 of CC Bucking Bulls. 2018 NFPB National Finals Round 2 Champion Casey Coulter with 88 points on bull #401 Festus of Lightning C Cattle Co. 2018 NFPB National Finals Round 3 Champion Albert LeBaron with 86.5 points on bull #901 Pour Some Sugar on Me of 5J Rodeo Co. 2018 NFPB National Finals Round 4 CoChampions Ueberson Duarte with 86.5 points on bull #452 Royal Boogie of High Stakes Rodeo Co and Daniel Garcia with 86.5 points on bull #132 Shadow of High Stakes Rodeo Co.
Results
2018 Season Federation Finals - Sedalia, MO Nov 30 & Dec 1 - Average 1. Cristiano Figueredo 335 1650.00 2. Ueberson Duarte 333 1250.00 3. Daniel Garcia 331.5 900.00 4. Ryan Essenpreis 256 600.00 5. Albert LeBaron 251.5 350.00 6. Jesse Tillman 173 250.00 Dec 1 - Round 4 1/2. Ueberson Duarte 86.5 875.00 1/2. Daniel Garcia 86.5 875.00 3. Albert LeBaron 82.5 500.00 4. Matthew Weaver 82 250.00
Dec 1 - Round 3 1. Albert LeBaron 86.5 1000.00 2. Cristiano Figueredo 86 750.00 3. Daniel Garcia 84.5 500.00 4. Luke Bradley 83.5 125.00 Ryan Essenpreis 83.5 125.00 Nov 30 - Round 2 1. Casey Coulter 88 1000.00 2. Skyler Sims 87 750.00 3/4. Jesse Tillman 86.5 375.00 3/4. Ryan Essenpreis 86.5 375.00 Nov 30 - Round 1 1. Jack Gilmore 87.5 1000.00 2. Jesse Tillman 86.5 750.00 3/4. Ryan Essenpreis 86 375.00 3/4. Gavin Michel 86 375.00
For Your Information::
Officers: Clint Jackson, President Frank Walkowe, Vice-president Tara Jackson, Administrative Director of Membership and Sanctioning
NFPB Contractors:
5J Rodeo Company Scott Burruss B-B Bucking Bulls - Brian Fuchs CC Bucking Bulls (Cory Check) Lightning C Cattle Curt Check Dunn & Curtis Bucking Bulls Scott Farace Gold Medal Cattle Co. Great Frontier Bull Riding Co. High Stakes Bucking Bulls Bryan Huffman Jackson Bull Co. K-K Bulls - Kerry Kile Lazy C Bucking Bulls Randy Littrell M-5 Bucking Bulls Troy Meech Lonnie Nye TNT Rodeo Co. Walkowe Bull Co. Contractor Directors: Scott Burruss Frank Walkowe Cory Check Randy Littrell Judging Director: Jim Kreke Contestant Directors: Justin Carlton Jimmy Tubbs Marketing Director: Ben Prilweta Contract Acts: Todd Pettigrew Event Secretary/Clerk Deana Cain
NFPB Producers:
417/924-3591 417/259-3361 417/924-3591 573/470-6888 501/344-8196 314/630-7791 608/734-3469 918/740-0022 608/412-1544 660/909-8404 573/259-2451 715/218-0323 320/367-2875 816/215-3391 618/615-8542 417/924-3591 417/252-4384 731/377-2730 217/556-0551 417/252-0055 218/472-3573 319/759-7569 573/248-9334 417/259-3361 501/344-8196 417/962-3211 608/734-3469 217/556-0551 217/254-3634 731/377-2730 501/253-0687 573/823-2569 660/287-0498 417/849-4394
Great Frontier Bull Riding Co. 320/226-0947 High Point Rodeo Productions - Wayne West 417/629-6216 Jackson-Walkowe Productions 417/924-3591 Bryan Huffman 618/615-8542 High Stakes Bucking Bulls - Jake Stubbs 816/215-3391 M-5 Bucking Bulls - Shane & Dakota Mayberry 417/252-0055 Rafter 7P Productions 573/823-2569 Lonnie Nye 319/759-7569 Card carrying photographers should be given first priority. CONTRACTORS AND PRODUCERS If you are doing an event, take into consideration this list of personnel: Announcers Dillon Gross 417/546-1583 Jesse Knudsen 920/250-0663 Brandon McLagan 660/238-0266 Chris Pyle 660/366-5050 Photographers Cindy Butler 573/308-9505 Kent Kerschner 620/662-5520 Barrelmen Josh Foster 970/948-4416
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Tuffy Gessling Dustin Jenkins Jesse Larson Dalton Morris Todd Pettigrew Shawn Thompson Freddie Waltz Wayne West Bullfighters Cole Bass Michael Early Cody Halverson Josh Jacobs Travis Miner Caleb Oostenryk Dylan Schmitt Keaton Shaw Ryan Sweet Joshua Taylor Eric Welch Judges Jarrod Berg Justin Carlton Brad Check Tim Early Bret Griffin Bryan Huffman Jim Kreke Ron McDaniel Kyle Moore Kerry Nichols Michael Niemeier Lonnie Nye Steve O'Brien Ben Prilwetz Josh Redhage Jared Strunk Steve Tracy
417/209-6956 918/210-2293 218/391-7352 816/739-9615 660/287-0498 712/215-2666 715/338-8858 417/629-6216 636/235-8814 573/881-9704 608/341-7906 812/887-4356 573/692-0770 563/249-7406 563/568-7851 660/253-0335 573/220-7891 608/606-5862 573/247-8457 715/651-1857 731/377-2730 608/412-5807 573/881-1972 816/838-7601 618/615-8542 217/254-3634 816/344-6926 479/879-2496 573/544-6317 660/375-1216 319/759-7569 641/680-0327 573/823-2569 636/359-1374 573/263-1607 573/639-9328
2018 Federation Cup Standings
1. Cristiano Figueredo Oklahoma City, OK 2. Skyler Sims Peculiar, MO 3. Ueberson Duarte Sherman, SD 4. Christian Cox Clay City, IL 5. Timothy Vaughan Tonganoxie, KS 6. Buddy Asher* La Plata, MO 7. Matthew Weaver* Grovespring, MO 8. Daniel Garcia Soper, OK 9. Jack Gilmore* Ironton, MO 10. Luke Bradley Seligman, MO 11. Albert LeBaron Chihuahua, Mexico 12. Jesse Tillman Olathe, KS 13. Javier Garcia* Baja California, Mexico 14. Ryan Essenpreis* Lebanon, IL 15. Casey Coulter Farmington, MO 16. Hunter Ball* Carsonville, MI 17. Joe Phillips Effingham, IL 18. Tristan McClelland* Bowen, IL 19. Quincey McDonald Ava, MO 20. Lucas Phipps Mtn. View, MO 21. Creek Young* Fordland, MO
$14,291.47 $9,203.78 $7,912.05 $7,421.59 $7,303.00 $5,650.47 $5,220.06 $5,144.20 $4,327.66 $4,187.83 $4,147.00 $3,798.52 $3,698.00 $3,323.96 $3,289.65 $2,826.36 $2,527.00 $2,430.36 $2,372.40 $2,005.32 $1,955.94
WHERE’S THE BEEF? 2019
*-Added Money Amount Is For Each Night (E)EST · (M)MST · (P)PST Information Subject to Change Without Notice Date
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WEEKLY EVENTS Fri / Sat Wichita, KS Fri / Sat Fort Worth, TX Fri / Sat Fort Worth, TX
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BullMania Klamath Falls
Backyard Bull Riders Finals PBR Touring Pro Division PBR Unleash the Beast Tour BullRide Mania RTPR Velocity Tour RTPR Velocity Tour BOA
WHERE’S THE BEEF? 2019
*-Added Money Amount Is For Each Night (E)EST · (M)MST · (P)PST Information Subject to Change Without Notice Date
Location
Jan 11-12 Jan 12 Jan 12 Jan 12 Jan 12 Jan 12-13 Jan 14-16 Jan 18-19
Rainesville, AL Augusta, GA Houma, LA Toledo, OH Red Deer, AB Chicago, IL Denver, CO Vernal, UT
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Jourdanton, TX Hobbs, NM Columbia, SC Fredonia, PA Portland, OR Glendale, AZ Fort Worth, TX Youngstown, OH Sacramento, CA Rapid City, SD Mercedes, TX
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Open 1/2
Time 6pm
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864-682-9578
PBR Touring Pro Division American BullRiders Tour 8 Seconds to Glory Premier Bull Tour 2019
RTPR Velocity Tour PRCA Xtreme Bulls PBR Unleash the Beast Tour RTPR Velocity Tour $12,000 12/27 8am enter online Lane Frost Challenge Total Payout www.lanefrostchallenge.com Elite Christian YBR Tuff Hedeman BR Tour RTPR Velocity Tour EC 48 hrs prior to perf $1,000 717-334-7724 BullRide Mania RTPR Velocity Tour PBR Unleash the Beast Tour PRCA Xtreme Bulls RTPR Velocity Tour PBR Unleash the Beast Tour PRCA Xtreme Bulls $6,000 1/21 7-9pm 409-925-1695 NPBR
FEBRUARY Feb 1-2 Feb 1-2 Oklahoma City, OK
BOA Finals PBR Unleash the Beast Tour
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WHERE’S THE BEEF? 2019
*-Added Money Amount Is For Each Night (E)EST · (M)MST · (P)PST Information Subject to Change Without Notice Date
Location
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Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 2 Feb 7 Feb 9 Feb 9 Feb 9-10 Feb 15-16 Feb 15-16 Feb 16 Feb 16 Feb 16 Feb 16 Feb 17 Feb 22-23 Feb 22-23 Feb 22-23 Feb 22-24 Feb 23
Fredonia, PA Bossier City, LA Knoxville, TN Grand Rapids, MI Bismarck, ND Fredonia, PA Edinburg, TX Arlington, TX Sweetwater, TX St. Louis, MO Fredonia, PA El Paso, TX Jacksonville, FL Texarkana, AR Bulverde, TX Joplin, MO Kingsville, TX Los Angeles, CA Edna, TX Worcester, MA
$1,000
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Open
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717-334-7724
EC 48 hrs prior to perf
717-334-7724
BullRide Mania Tuff Hedeman BR Tour RTPR Velocity Tour RTPR Velocity Tour PRCA Xtreme Bulls BullRide Mania RTPR Velocity Tour PBR Global Cup 10th Annual Ridin’ for Cash Bull Bash
$1,000
EC 48 hrs prior to perf
717-334-7724
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2/18
409-925-1695
7-9pm
PBR Unleash the Beast Tour BullRide Mania Tuff Hedeman BR Tour RTPR Velocity Tour PBR Touring Pro Division Elite Christian YBR LJ Jenkins Tour Finals NPBR PBR Unleash the Beast Tour Backyard Bull Riders RTPR Velocity Tour
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CLASSIFIEDS Practice Pens
Practice Pens
PISGAH, AL - TIM COX, TCB, ANYTIME, CALL FIRST, 256-996-9426
JACKSONVILLE, NC - Aleck Barnard, Elite Cowboy Rodeo Assoc., Onslow Rodeo Arena, 6pm Every Other Sunday, Call First, 910-381-8597
NEW MARKET, AL - EC Hunt, 5:30pm Sun., 256-683-8169 BATESVILLE, AR - James Bechdoldt, Anytime, Call First, 870-307-9923 CONWAY, AR - Mark Lindsey, Ride & Shine Cattle Company, Anytime, Call First, 501-730-4557 ELFRIDA, AZ - D Davis Bucking Bulls, 4pm Sat., Call First, 520-642-3737 LINCOLN, CA - B Bar Ranch, B Bar Indoor Arena, Rain or Shine, All Rough Stock, 916-206-4059 MARYSVILLE, CA - PacWest, 5pm Wed., Steers & Bulls, Call First, 530-751-6643 FRESNO, CA - Toro Bravo Arena, Thur. by appt., Call First, 559-577-2445 ELIZABETH, CO - Tuff Garcia, Tuff E Nuff, 6pm Mon., Rain or Shine, 970-846-0788 STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO - Tuff E Nuff, 6pm Wed., Apr-Nov., 970-846-6828/3354 ALDEN, IA - Circle C Rodeo, 6pm Wed., Rain or Shine, Call for alternate dates 641-373-3625
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WOODBINE, IA - Tom & Kristina Kelley, every Sun. (weather permitting). Beginner - rank bulls. Call 712-5922493
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KENDALLVILLE, IN - B Bar A Bucking Bulls, Heidi Speicher, 7pm Every Thur, Call First, 260-564-5864/Troy
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JACKSONVILLE, IL - Lazy C Rodeo, 10am-3pm Sun., Rain or shine, Call First, 217-245-8280
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CHANDLER, OK - JAM Bulls, 2pm Sun., 7pm Wed., Call First, 405-570-9010 SOPER/HUGO, OK - RBL Rodeo Bulls, Anytime with 4-6 hour notice, Rain or Shine, 307-461-1741 EAGLEVILLE, TN - BF Cattle Company, 2pm Sun., Jackpot, Call First, 615-336-4313 EMORY, TX - Oakes & Greene’s, 7pm Wed., 903-348-8630 LORENA, TX - Rocking S Ranch, Tue., Jackpot, Call First, 254-716-0779 MANSFIELD, TX - JC Knapp Ranch, 4pm Sun/6pm Wed., $5 at the gate to ride as many as you want, 817-223-3692 SIMMS, TX - Wilburn Bucking Bulls, 7pm Every Other Thur., 903-543-3025 PETROLIA, TX - Norris Dalton, 7pm Wed., 940-733-3020 DECATUR, TX - Cullen Calame, Denton Creek Farms, Call First, 940-393-3730 NOCONA, TX - 4x Arena, Call First, 501-944-1907 STEPHENVILLE, TX - Young Arena, every Sunday 2:30pm (rain or shine). $5 at gate to ride as many as you want or to watch. Variety of bulls - beginners to rank. Young Arena Facebook page or call Mike Young 254-967-2313 NOCONA, TX - Locke Bucking Bulls, Call First, 940-872-0733
Livestock Layovers BATESVILLE, AR - James Bechdoldt, White River Rodeo, 870-307-9923
CLASSIFIEDS Livestock Layovers RAYMOND, IL - Randy Littrell, Shop Creek Cattle, 217-556-0551 MARYSVILLE, KS - Gary Hershey, 4H Bucking Bulls and Marysville Sale Barn, Call First, 785-292-4952 LAKE CHARLES, LA - Keith Strickland, Deep South Rodeo Genetics, 337-304-1493 SALEM, MO - Hwy 32 & 72, Salem Livestock Auction, 573-729-8880 HELENA, MT - Jim Horne, Bull Horne Ranch, 406-459-5706 FERNLEY, NV - Nathan Pudsey, Circle P Bucking Bulls, 775-750-2168 CLAYTON, NM - Justin Keeth, Lazy J 3 Bucking Bulls, 575-447-0877 BETHESDA, OH - 15 Miles off I-70, TCB Ranch, 304-281-4530 SOPER/HUGO, OK - RBL Rodeo Bulls, Anytime with 4-6 hours notice, 307-461-1741 BOX ELDER, SD - Gus “Duane” Aus, Lazy Heart O Ranch, 605-923-3426 BUCHANAN, TN - Parsons & Milam 731-642-8346 CLARKSVILLE, TX - Brian Agnew, BA Livestock, 903-669-9189 DUBLIN, TX - Mike Godfrey, Godfrey 4X Cattle, 817-235-2852 MANSFIELD, TX - JC Knapp Ranch, JC Knapp Rodeo, 817-223-3692 MIDLAND, TX - Ted Norton, Norton Bucking Bulls, 432-413-8433 DECATUR, TX - Cullen Calame, Denton Creek Farms, 940-393-3730 SIMMS, TX - Near I-30 Texarkana, Wilburn Bucking Bulls, 863-381-2799
Livestock Layovers
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2019 Schedule Pahrump, Nevada- January 4-6 Golden, Colorado- January 11-13 Belotn, Texas- January 19-20 Spanish Fork, Utah -March 28-30 Egan, Louisiana- June 12-16
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Western Wanderings
By Kelly B. Robbins
My Old Boots There’s a special place inside my door Where I set my old boots each night I’ve worn them boots more years than I know Two decades would be about right
There’s blood from the calf that was stuck in the fence And that stain from the colt born last May The right toe is smashed a little flat From the horse that stomped me one day
They’re dusty and stained and scarred and gouged Not very pretty to see But we’ve been through a lot together That old pair of boots and me
Then there’s that deep gouge that I got from an ax When I missed, cutting wood for a fire And the quarter inch scar that’s shaped like the moon Put there when I fought with barbed wire
The heels are rundown, but they still hold my spurs I’ve worn them in rain, sleet and snow We’ve tromped through mud nearly six inches deep Them boots always good to go
A black burn mark adorns the left arch An old drop of paint stains the sole There’s also a gouge on the upper I got when I fell in that hole
A few years back, I went to the store To buy me some new boots to wear But I realized my old boots are part of me Guess I really don’t want a new pair
I wear them to church, I wear them to work I wear them wherever I go They look just fine, and they meet my needs But my wife disagrees, don’t you know
I had those boots on when I married my wife They were there at the birth of my son I wore them to bury my father When his days on this earth were done
She says, “The very least you could do Is give them old boots a shine!” But I’d rather they map my life story That old pair of boots of mine.
Gangster of Love (Julio Moreno / Dallas Schott) catches some air as he dispatches his rider at the Ontario Invitational. Photo by Andrea Kaus.
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