24TH ANNUAL SALE RESULTS
77 HORSES • $558,250 For complete results, visit
www.vannormansale.com The 24th annual Van Norman & friends Production Sale was held on September 18 and 19, 2020 at the Elko County Fairgrounds.
In spite of the challenges of putting on the sale amid COVID-related regulations and restrictions, the sale was the by far the highest grossing sale to date, bringing in $558,250 total with a strong demand across the board for all ages and types of horses. A total of 77 horses sold, with lively competition among telephone, internet, and in-person bidders. Because of the requirement to allow for social distancing, the sale was moved out of the 4-H auction barn and to the main grandstands, with the sale ring and auctioneer stand being set up on the racetrack and the sale office being in the parimutuel building. While the reason behind the change was unfortunate, the expanded venue and ample seating space was very well received over-all. The Star Hotel provided concessions as well as an open-air bar area.
Lot #70
The sale kicked off with the national anthem beautifully sung by Marrina Mori and a prayer led by renowned auctioneer, Colonel Steve Friskup of Muleshoe, Texas. Friskup rolled through the 77 horses with his signature style and humor, keeping energy and enthusiasm high throughout the afternoon. He was accompanied by Casey Bieroth providing insight and commentary about the horses, riders, and breeding programs represented. Bid spotters Bucke Waite, Justin Morris, and Jody Doescher assisted by phone ringmen Pete Mori, Sam Mori, Joe Cahill, Allie Bear, and John Wright, along with Katie Colyer(LiveAuctionsTV) on the computer kept Steve on his toes throughout the afternoon. Sale results are also posted on the sale website, www.vannormansale.com.
The 2021 sale will be our 25th Anniversary event. It’s scheduled for September 17 & 18. Visit us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/vannormansale to follow the sale!
Lot #61
TOP SELLERS #70 Stylish N Classy $28,000 #52 Locks Top Thunder $25,000 #61 JPS Slim Lena $21,500 #57 Boons Smart Chex $21,000 32 JANUARY 2021
Lot #52 The Progressive Rancher
Lot #57 www.progressiverancher.com
