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THE MAGAZINE FOR TEAM ROPERS

USTRC Championship Results FEATURES 8

Just the Way It Is

by Ben Clements

10

USTRC Announcements

12

By the Numbers

56

Colorado Winter Championships

62

Muddy River Classic

68

East Texas Championships

74

Hawaii Championships

by John Findlay

16

Gold Plus Report

by Lauren Hardman

18

Champions Profile Rex Hawkins and Jorge Hawkins

20

Insider

22

Top Tips with Rickey Green

28

Resistol Hats — The USTRC Collection, Made for Team Ropers

38

Upcoming Events Panhandle Classic

40

USTRC On Tap

44

US Open Tour Standings

46

Cruel Girl Standing

24 HORSE HEALTH

Leg Wraps & Bandages

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FEATURE The Perfect Practice

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Just the Way It Is April 2013

by Ben Clements And when you fall back down, keep on remembering,

T

he weather is warming up most places. It is time to get back outside and start doing things. With the warmer weather comes the spring rain and thunderstorms. I was up one night recently, unable to sleep. It just so happened there was a thunder and lightening storm. I was glad for the rain. I am one of those people who is not intimidated by such a storm, but I come from a family that is, so I can understand.

As I sat in the chair and flipped through the TV channels, I came across GAC and there was a music video on. The song was “Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)” by Gary Allan. As I listened to the song it made me think and it was as if God was speaking directly to me from all avenues.

Every Storm (Runs Out of Rain)

By Gary Allan I saw you standing in the middle of the thunder and lightning, I know you’re feelin’ like you just can’t win but you’re tryin’, It’s hard to keep on keepin’ on when you’re bein’ pushed around, Don’t even know which way is up, just keep spinnin’ down, round, down, Every storm runs, runs out of rain, just like Every dark night turns into day, Every heartache’ll fade away, just like Every storm runs, runs out of rain, So hold your head up and tell yourself that there’s something more, walk out that door, Go find a new rose, don’t be afraid of the thorns, cuz we all have thorns, Put your feet up to the edge, put your face in the wind,

Every storm runs, runs out of rain, just like Every dark night turns into day, Every heartache’ll fade away, just like Every storm runs, runs out of rain, It’s gonna run out of pain, It’s gonna run out of sting, It’s gonna leave you alone, It’s gonna set you free, set you free, Every storm runs, runs out of rain, just like Every dark night turns into day, Every heartache’ll fade away, just like Every storm runs, runs out of rain, It’s gonna set you free, It’s gonna run out of pain, It’s gonna set you free We all get bogged down in life and feel like every way we turn is a dead end.

Everyone is demanding something from us and though we keep trying and trying, we get nowhere. We find ourselves in a “storm” and it seems as if it will not stop.

But, you know what? “Every storm does run out of rain, and every dark night turns into day.” It is not all bad, if we just hold our heads up and force ourselves to stay focused on the light and the truth.

Things will not always go our way and things will not always turn out the way we want. If we keep kicking and moving forward we will be okay in the end. There is a bigger plan out there and one that we don’t always understand because we are right in the middle of it.

Just the other day, I borrowed my wife’s car and when I got back home and parked it, I did not turn the key all the way off. As the car sat overnight, the battery slowly drained its charge. When it was time to start it up again the battery was dead, the car was going nowhere. This did not mean the car was ruined forever. I hooked the battery up to the battery charger and in no time it was

as good as new.

All of us need a recharge from time to time, a fresh perspective. We need to realize that if we are being drained, strained and stressed to the point we cannot function, there is a battery charger nearby.

There is someone there to help and someone there who cares. The challenge, for me at least, is allowing someone to assist me. Don’t be afraid to accept help. Don’t be afraid to “walk out that door and go find a new rose. Don’t be afraid of the thorns. Put your feet up to the edge and face the wind.”

Jesus is with us every step of the way and will help us face every situation and carry us through.

It doesn’t matter what your battle is, you can beat it and you can outlast it, because every storm does run out of rain. We must all go through storms and those storms are what makes us stronger. Just like the plant that is rooted in the ground, the wind will blow and the rain will beat down, but when it is all over, it is that rain that gives us nourishment and strength. When we are being blown around and feeling like there is no way to hold on, there is a way. Jesus is the earth beneath us and if we keep our roots firmly planted in His soil and His way, we will flourish and grow. Never let go of God and He will see you through any and everything.

When it is all said and done and you reflect back on the “storm” you will see how much stronger you are because you went through it. Your roots are more firmly planted and God never left you because He is always that ground beneath you. The night does always turn into day and that is the Lord’s promise to us. Keep your chin up and keep your feet firmly planted on the ground. We can be blown around and run down, but we can always be recharged. Put your faith in God and know that no matter how bad it gets, He will not leave you, you can get through it all, and that is just the way it is....

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Announcements

USTRC Calendar Plan you next roping event by clicking on the USTRC Calendar at www.ustrc.com. The calendar is filled with great team roping events and is the best way to keep track of where to go. Also don’t forget to put the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping on your agenda. The action starts October 26, 2013 and will run through November 3, 2013.

NFTR DVDs The DVD’s from the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping are available online. The DVD will show all 5 go rounds of the US Open plus the short go round. It will also include the short rounds of all Shoot-Outs, the Cruel Girl and the Century Roping.

This makes a great gift for the team roper in your family. DVD’s are available for purchase on line at www.ustrc.com.

Lost and Found – 2012 Finals Leather Jacket found in Waco at the Heart of Texas Championships in January. Identify size to claim.

TRIAD Classification Ropers competing at USTRC and/or WS events are required to use their current TRIAD classification.

USTRC Memberships Renew your membership today for 2013. 2013 Gold Plus Memberships are $300 and Gold Spur Memberships are $100. Call 254.968.0002 today or get online to www.ustrc.com and make your purchase.

Current USTRC memberships are accepted at any WS event, but only a USTRC membership is accepted at a USTRC Sanctioned, Affiliate or Grassroots Event.

If you have purchased your USTRC Membership Card, but have not received it, please contact USTRC and make sure all of your information in the system is correct. Many times there are missing Social Security Numbers, birth dates, or incorrect addresses. If you have a change of address (mailing or email) please contact the USTRC and update your profile.

If you are not receiving SuperLooper Magazine please check with the USTRC National Office to make sure your address on file is correct.

If you have been in Arizona for the winter and are moving back to your summer home, please be sure to contact SuperLooper Magazine to get your address changed. Please call 505-899-1870 Ext. 118 USTRC Memberships are valid from January 1 through December 31. After September 1 USTRC Memberships purchased are good for 15 months, which means they will expire on December 31 of the following year.

Correction On page 74 of the March issue of SuperLooper Magazine the captions on the photos shown here were reversed.

We apologize to our Valley of the Sun Champions.

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#13 Handicap: Max Kuttler (American Falls, ID) / Chance Haviland (Casa Grande, AZ), 29.65 on 4, $4,384 and $3000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12: Bryce Garcia (Tucson, AZ) / George Aros (Picacho, AZ), 31.58 on 4, $3,566 and $3000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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By the Numbers

by John Findlay

Which Headers Enter Which Divisions

B

oy, have I got charts for you this month! And the good news is, with so many charts, I won’t be writing my usual plethora of verbosity. Now doesn’t that thoroughly warm all the little cockles of your heart? But some verbosity is warranted as I must explain to you just what all these charts represent. Okay, here we go: The data in each of these column charts was taken from all the USTRC sanctioned ropings held during the 2012 season, not including the Regionals or the Cinch National Finals. Each chart represents one of the USTRC’s eight standard divisions, Open through #8 Pick/Draw. The basics of each chart are the same. The x-axis (that’s the horizontal one that goes along the

Header Entries in Open 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

503 Unique Ropers Entered 61 Different Open Events for a Total of 2,094 Entries 12 / APRIL 2013

bottom of the chart) is the classification number of the headers entered in the particular division refered to in the title at the top of the chart. The y-axis, the vertical one, is the number of header entries over the course of the season. I repeat, these are header ENTRIES, not individual headers. As you all know, a roper in a sanctioned roping can enter a given division up to four times.

Take a look at the first chart for the Open Division. The tallest column in the chart sits on top of the classification #7. It means that there are more #7 header entries (523) in the Open Division than any other header classification number. Second in the Open are #9 header entries (417) closely followed by #8 entries (411).

You’ll notice that all the charts include elite numbers.

Header Entries in #15 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

989 Unique Ropers Entered 70 Different #15 Events for a Total of 3,287 Entries

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CAVEAT: These numbers are not exact but they are a very good portrayal. But here is the reason why they are not exact.

My data for ropers provides what the roper’s classification number was at the end of the season. Therefore, those ropers whose numbers were either raised or lowered during the season would not be accurately represented in these charts. To adjust for this fact, for these charts I eliminated the following records: headers whose classification numbers exceeded the cap for those divisions that have caps and the headers that were on teams whose number combination exceeded the division classification. The assumption in both cases was that the number or numbers of either or both ropers had probably been raised during the season. Since I had no way of knowing which one, I just eliminated them from the records. The result is that these numbers are not precise but the ratios most likely are.

Header Entries in #13 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

1,646 Unique Ropers Entered 70 Different #13 Events for a Total of 4,661 Entries

At the bottom of each chart you will find you will find three numbers for each division, (1) the number of unique ropers who roped in the division, (2) the total number of sanctioned events entered and (3) the total number of header entries. Remember that numbers for one and two are going to be less than the actual number since I eliminated the records of ropers that probably had their numbers bumped. For example, in the Open chart you will see that there were 503 headers over the course of 2012 that entered 61 Open ropings a total of 2,094 times, not counting the eliminated records.

While there is nothing here that you all probably did not intrinsically know, I found it interesting to see how the header classification numbers shook out over the season. Now these charts don’t tell you who won at these ropings, it just tells you, overall, how headers enter in each division. Oh, and heelers, your next. Come back next month.

Header Entries in #12 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

2,676 Unique Ropers Entered 70 Different #12 Events for a Total of 11,001 Entries SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 13

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By the Numbers continued

Header Entries in #11 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

Header Entries in #10 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

3,269 Unique Ropers Entered 71 Different #11 Events for a Total of 10,419 Entries

4,010 Unique Ropers Entered 70 Different #10 Events for a Total of 15,328 Entries

Header Entries in #9 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

Header Entries in #8 2012 Sanctioned Ropings

by Header Handicap Number

4,298 Unique Ropers Entered 70 Different #9 Events for a Total of 16,005 Entries 14 / APRIL 2013

2,760 Unique Ropers Entered 70 Different #8 Events for a Total of 12,238 Entries

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Upcoming April Events Northeast Kansas Classic New Mexico Championships Bluegrass Championships Arkansas Championships Front Range Championships

Texas Championships South Alabama Championships Missouri Classic Panhandle Classic South Dakota Championships

Available at USTRC Sanctioned events only. Reservations must be made 7 days prior to the event start date. See event ads for details.

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by Lauren Hardman

Hello Ropers!

2013 Regional Finals Are Going To Be Legendary!

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It’s finally here! Spring time in Texas! I love this time of year, the grass is green, the wildflowers are blooming, the weather is great not to mention all the great ropings. This month our schedules are flourishing with so many events, it is sure to be a promising season with big payouts. Our staff has been busy preparing for the Regional Finals that kick off in June, so be sure to mark your calendars; the Gold Plus roping is going to be legendary!

Legendary as in a minimum of $122,500 added to the #12 (with a #10 Incentive) Gold Plus roping. That is at least $17,500 added to every single Regional Finals Gold Plus Division. Besides the National Finals Shoot-Outs, I don’t know any other finals event that averages a 90% or better payback to the ropers. In addition to the huge cash payout, the Gold Plus prize line will be extended to include Gist buckles, Resistol hats, Tony Lama boots and Cinch or Cruel Girls jeans to the Average winners of the roping. The Incentive Average winners will take home Gist buckles, Classic Equine horse sheets, Classic Rope duffel bags and Classic Rope sling bags.

We tip our hats to our amazing group of sponsors!

Last year we were able to add $15,000 to the Gold Plus roping at the Regional Finals and this year we are excited to announce at least $17,500 cold hard cash will be added. The Gold Plus program is

growing and it is definitely an elite group that ropers are proud to be a part of. In 2012, the winning team of the Gold Plus Average won anywhere from $8,900 to $12,000 in cash. This year with $17,500 added, first place could cash in anywhere from $10,000 to at least $13,000 plus all the awesome prizes.

Let’s talk Incentive. The #12 Gold Plus roping will have a #10 Incentive. In 2012, the Incentive Average winners won anywhere from $5,300 to $7,200 in cash for roping three steers in an Average time of 30.2 seconds. Three steers! Where else can you go and win that much cash in an Incentive roping? But wait, Incentive winners have another chance to rope for more cash in the main Average. Now we are taking things to a whole new level, two chances to win cold hard cash not to mention a great prize line from Classic Rope and Classic Equine, leaders in the industry! This year we are estimating the Incentive payouts to pay anywhere from $6,000 to at least $7,500 cash. Can you say cha-ching?

For the last two years, the Gold Plus division has been the highest paying division at the Regional Finals and this year will be no exception.

We are excited that we have such a supportive group of ropers in the Gold Plus program. Being able to provide this kind of payout at the Regional Finals for our members is legendary. We hope to see each and every one of you at a Regional Event or two. So while we are busy polishing our golden bull shield for the 2013 Regional Finals, ropers start getting those Classic ropes out and lining up your partners, you don’t want to miss this! Saddle up, it’s time to rope!

— Lauren Hardman

Colorado Winter Championships #12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Justin Ungeheuer - Brian Brewster $1,970 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Colorado Winter Championships #10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Barbara Franzen - Brian Holm $2,270 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Muddy River Classic

Muddy River Classic

#12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Bubba Barlow - Ryan Pratt

#10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Jay Rueter - Gary Sheller

$3,380 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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$3,850 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

East Texas Championships

East Texas Championships

#12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

West Benson - Dale Martin

#10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Wayne Bartee - Marty Johnson

$3,354 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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PHOTO BY 3 LAZY J PHOTOS

$4,710 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Hawaii Championships #12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Cliff Lorenzo - Tyrel Jensen $1,619 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Hawaii Championships #10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Bob Farias - Ken Miranda $1,686 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Champions Profile And Then There Was One / Show Me the Money

by Melinda Clements

#10 Shoot-Out 2012 USTRC National Champions

I

t just so happens the #10 Shoot-Out at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping was a family affair. Not only was it a family affair, but it had a certain international flavor which made it that much more exciting.

The short go round of the #10 Shoot-Out welcomed thirty teams to vie for an awesome prize line. For certain, $105,000 is a lot of money. Add to the dollars Martin Championship Trophy saddles, Gist Championship Gold buckles, Tony Lama Ostrich boots and Western Horseman Collector’s Prints and you have a recipe for competition. What roper wouldn’t be bowled over to walk home with a load like that?

The Average in the #10 Shoot-Out would pay money to the top twenty teams placing in the Average. Rex and Jorge Hawkins wanted a little part of the action. They wanted to stay aggressively and rope their best roping. With that thought in the back of their minds they just wanted to do what they had done all day; rope their best!

The Hawkins team was the sixth high call back team coming into the short go round of the #10 Shoot-Out. The pair had to be 9.10 to take the lead away from the seventh high team back of Colton and Coy Brittian. It could be done if they roped aggressively and focused on a good solid run. When the pair rode into the box they were a little nervous, but it wasn’t the main thing on their minds. They settled in and their focus was 18 / APRIL 2013

Rex Hawkins and Jorge Hawkins

on doing what needed to be done.

When the clock stopped it read 8.93. They had, indeed, taken the lead and the tedious art of waiting out five more teams became the issue. All the remaining teams were there for a reason and they were all quite adept and able to maintain their positions and/or win the roping.

“I was pretty nervous as I watched the rest of the roping,” Rex Hawkins said. “I was excited with how we were holding on. I was very happy with how we had done and I was happy that things turned out okay. I know watching the last five teams made me more nervous than actually roping.”

“I was too nervous to watch or think about anything,” Jorge Hawkins said. “My uncle and I roped well and I wanted it to be over.”

When a couple of unqualified runs and some runs

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with penalties finished up the short go round something clicked inside Jorge and Rex Hawkins. It was something they could not quite grasp.

Suddenly, the impossible had become possible.

Suddenly, the prizes loomed in front of their eyes and they couldn’t even embrace what it meant. The pair had won the #10 Shoot-Out at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping. How do you put your mind around that?

As the pair made a victory lap around the arena there was only numbed emotions and a cluttered mind of distorted reality.

“I came from Mexico to rope with my uncle,” Jorge said with a shy smile. “I feel happy having this win. I don’t know what to do and I cannot even understand what it all means. I came to Oklahoma City because my family said it was a good roping and team roping in Mexico is very different.”

“Jorge is my nephew,” Rex Hawkins commented. “We have been roping since he was about nine years old. I have been dreaming of this for a long time.”

The #10 Shoot-Out came together under an umbrella of family and competition. When the numbers were tallied and the steers all roped one thing became very certain. An uncle and his nephew had risen to the top and had taken the roping by storm. When everything was added up one thing became evident: And Then There Was One, Rex and Jorge Hawkins were the champions. They were the winners of the #10 Shoot-Out at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping.

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Insider April 2013

by Ben Clements

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eam roping and the USTRC are in full swing for 2013. Big things are happening in the sport again this year and if you are a team roper, you will certainly want to be part of it.

The USTRC is going to once again add $1 million of its own money to the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping (NFTR). This was such a huge success last year that the USTRC again wants to give back to its ropers and members. The cash and prize purse of last year’s Finals was just over five million dollars and with the way things are going this year, the payout will exceed that for 2013.

The Cinch NFTR will take place in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and will run from October 26 through November 3. The roping is the best return on investment of any single team roping event in the world. A team roper can put up an entry fee of $300 and win up to 170 times their money back.

No one else offers ropers this kind of return on their entry fee. The USTRC has also put together an outstanding prizeline for the Cinch NFTR again this year. Team ropers can expect the most awesome and unique team roping awards.

Another great addition to this year's team roping line up is that the USTRC will be adding a minimum of $17,500 to the the Gold Plus Division at each of the seven USTRC Regional Finals. That gives ropers another great reason to participate in the USTRC Gold Plus Program in 2013.

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some great USTRC Regional Finals spread across the United States. The first Regional event will take place in Paso Robles, California. The West Coast Regionals is set for June 28-30 and is one you will not want to miss. The next Regional will be the Eastern Regional Finals in Murfreesboro, Tennessee and it will be held June 11-14.

From there, team ropers can travel to the Southwest Regional Finals in Clovis, New Mexico. The roping action will take place August 1-4 at the Curry County Special Events Center. The Lonestar Regional Finals will be next and is set to happen in Waco, Texas. The team roping will begin on August 8 and end on the 11. The Northwest Regional Finals will be held in Winnemucca, Nevada on August 23-25. The High Plains Regional Finals and the Southeast Regional Finals will be held on the same weekend in Loveland, Colorado and Tunica, Mississippi respectively, so team ropers can head to the Regional Finals of their choice on Labor Day Weekend. The roping will begin on August 30 and conclude on September 2. As promised, each will be great events and will feature $17,500 in cash added to the Gold Plus Division.

The USTRC is all about team roping and team ropers. So make plans to head to some of the great USTRC Sanctioned events scattered throughout the country. They are the best way to gather up USTRC Flex Earnings so you can be sure and attend one of the great Regional Ropings and the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping. This is going to be a great year, so lets get roping!

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with Rickey Green Toughest Roping In History y hat’s off to the ropers who roped at the Mike Cervi Memorial Roping this year. I roped in many ropings during my younger years in rain and hail, but I’ve never seen it done at that level in conditions that bad. As far as I’m concerned, there has never been a better performance by professional athletes in adverse conditions, performing at the peak of perfection in conditions that most people wouldn’t even walk out to the car in. Our sport has risen to a new level that no other generation of ropers has experienced. The first five places all averaged six-second runs on five head, in rain and hail and a thirty mile an hour wind. I would never have dreamed of seeing so many teams catch fresh steers that fast and that consistently in the middle of a winter storm. I watched many world champions drive up, then load up and drive away because the weather was so volatile. Just to enter you had to be tough; to be a fan you had to be tough. To win or place in this roping, you had to be one of the most focused, determined and talented athletes on the planet. Guys you have arrived… football, baseball, basketball all have nothing on you. I am so amazed and privileged to see the sport I love rise to this level of competition.

When Arnold Palmer was asked about Tiger Woods’ game, his reply was, “I’m not familiar with competing at that level.” I could not believe what I was seeing in six inches of water and blowing hail - run after run, five and six second runs with hail bouncing off of their foreheads. I believe that the weather actually helped the concentration of these ropers. You had to dig deep just to get past how wet and cold you were. You had to have your whole heart into it. I believe if these guys, or anyone else, could tap into the heart and focus they used at that roping, they would raise their yearly earnings considerably.

The conditions were so bad no one was having fun. There was no back slapping and shootin’ the bull. At all the other ropings I went to people were having a beer, talking and enjoying the sunshine, roping legs and waving it off. At this roping, no one was talking. They were sitting, heads down to keep the hail out of their faces, waiting their turn to rope, on a mission to make every loop count because they weren’t going to put themselves through this misery for no reward.

These were the toughest conditions, and that made it the toughest roping ever as far as I’m concerned. Not just the winners roped great, but every team entered had a focus that if they could capture year round, would bring team roping to a level that would be nothing nice. For you young guns just getting started, you better start practicing this kind of elevated practice now, because if this catches on our sport is going to a whole new level.

You know, I’ve practiced in the rain and fog and cold, but I’ve never ever imagined you could rope that many steers that fast and that consistent in those conditions. Clay Cooper, Jake

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Barnes and I would drive all night, then practice the next morning before we went to bed just to make us mentally tough. It looks like these guys have the ability and mental toughness when they really decide to use it.

The question for me, and hopefully for you, too, is how much am I giving of myself? How much am I really trying to win, or am I just here for the fresh air and exercise? When you give 100% it hurts to lose, so some people give themselves an out by not giving it everything they have.

Others think that they are giving it everything they have, but still can’t keep their focus at a level that will let them rope several steers in a row at a high level. For some of us, we push too hard and go too fast and end up in a speed jam. Some folks are naturally too timid and safe, so you end up passing up the best shot you were going to get, hoping for a better one that never comes.

Our problem as a sport is that we don’t have enough professional trainers. If we did, team ropers wouldn’t listen anyway. Most team ropers my age have never been to a school and are a number four, and they like to talk about how to do it but they really just do it for a hobby. I have a student who came to me as a four and guess what? He got better. He is now a five and won about $90,000 last year. This student thought he could get better, and he was not afraid to put his heart, time and effort into his roping. He has a young attitude for a 70-year-old header.

I have no idea what it will take for you to find the winner inside. I know what techniques you need in your mechanics, but I’m not an expert in mental preparation. I wish I was because I would win a lot more myself.

All I know is that I do better when I see a roping like the Mike Cervi, these pros inspire me to try again. Even if I’m never at that level again, I can go down swinging. It’s not for everyone to expect great things from themselves. But, if you do decide, greatness is within your reach. You’ll get a lot closer to it by saying, “What the heck, lets give it everything I have.”

The worst thing that can happen is you’ll be so much better than you were before.

I’m looking forward to roping in the George Strait roping. I hope it’s nice weather; I don’t want these guys to get ticked off and put on another roping exhibition like the Mike Cervi roping.

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Leg Wraps & Bandages

By Heather Smith Thomas

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eg wraps and bandages are often used on sport horses and show horses to give support and/or protection to the legs. Dr. Jerry Black (Wagonhound Land and Livestock Chair, Equine Science, at Colorado State University) says there are basically two types of bandaging. “One is more for protection—such as shipping bandages—and

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others are often a combination of support and protection. Polo wraps are mainly for protection even though some people think they do both,” he says.

For support, you need a type of bandaging that applies a mild amount of pressure. This can help keep a leg from swelling.

Many people bandage horses in the evening if they tend to stock up after a ride. Horses that are hauled long distances also tend to stock up, due to lack of activity and movement. Some type of bandaging that puts mild pressure on those legs will prevent swelling—as well as help protect the legs if the horse is jostled around in the trailer.

“Make sure you have plenty of padding underneath those bandages. Unless they are the big, fluffy type of polo wrap, if you apply bandages without some kind of quilting or leg cottons, or some of the newer types of manufactured quilting (such as the No-Bow bandages), you have to be careful how much pressure you apply,” says Black. You can put a mild amount of pressure on the padded wraps because it is distributed more evenly on the leg and there’s more cushion with the padding.

The quilted bandages or No-Bows are a fairly safe type of bandage material. “The polo wraps are designed with a certain fluffiness to provide their own cushion. We usually advise people who are wrapping horses’ legs to haul, or wrapping in the evening after a workout, to use something that won’t bunch up or wrinkle under the bandage and create pressure points,” he says.

“I am partial to the No-Bow bandages that have felting on the outside and a very thin layer of foam rubber sewn into the middle of them (and not right next to the horse). There’s some padding between the wrap itself and the horse. The nice thing

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about these bandages is that they come in two different lengths so you have the correct fit for front legs and hind legs. This is a big advantage. If you use regular sheet cottons you usually have to take them apart and fold them in thirds (for the front legs) rather than fold them in halves like they come in, or they will be too long,” explains Black. A good fit is crucial.

“You also want even pressure up and down the leg. Typically, the wraps are the right length that you can start at the top and work down. I usually put the edge of the wrap right below the knee or hock on the side of the cannon bone and don’t start it at the back of the leg on the tendon. Apply the wrap around and around the leg, covering about half the width of the wrap as you go down, and then turn around and come back up, overlapping about half the width of the wrap itself with each turn. With most horses, if you have some practice at it, you can end your wrap at the top again.” It comes out even.

Elastic Wraps “Proper use of elastic wraps is also very important. Most of these, like Vet-Rap or Elasticon are disposable, for one-time use.

These are generally not used as much for protection as they are for support. They are designed to put some pressure on the leg, so there is always some risk for putting these on too tight. With the Vet-Rap or Elasticon, you have to make sure you have sufficient padding underneath. With a wound, it’s nice to have layers of bandaging on, before you put the stretchy material on,” says Black.

“Typically you’d have some kind of non-stick pad over the wound itself, then some stretch gauze around the leg to hold that non-stick pad in place. Then you’d use a cushioning bandage material over that. One of my favorites is called Specialist Cast Padding and is made by J and J. It’s also a roll-on cotton that’s elastic, so you can make a beautiful fit. This comes in big, fluffy rolls. Then you can put the Vet-Rap or Elasticon over the top of that, to hold everything in place,” he explains. This is a good way to layer a bandage onto the leg.

“One of the things about wrapping with a pressure wrap is that you never want to end it right over a tendon. If your horse has a wound in the fetlock area, unless your veterinarian teaches you how to put some very specialized wraps on, you’d want to take that wrap all the way up to just below the knee or hock, and then take it back down under the ankle (pastern area) so you are not ending the wrap in the middle of the tendon—to avoid the potential for a bandage bow,” says Black.

The pressure over the tendon would cause tendonitis and swelling. “We have seen the extreme of this problem when people don’t know how much pressure to put on those wraps (and have too much) or don’t have enough padding underneath them. The horse may end up with ulcerations in the skin from lack of circulation.”

The pressure cuts off

blood circulation and the top layers of skin slough away, and these must be treated as wounds.

When these raw areas heal, the hair comes in white. “Horses that have white hair on the back or front of the cannon region have probably at some point in their lives had a bandage too tight,” says Black.

“When using any kind of stretchy bandage (and Vet-Rap is the one most commonly used), a common rule of thumb is that— with proper padding underneath it— you can safely stretch it about half of it’s maximum potential of stretch,” he explains. It should never be stretched any more than that.

It’s also important that the bandages stay in place and never slide down the leg. “If they slide downward, they have the potential to bind or wrinkle and put too much pressure in certain spots, and can create pressure sores. Often you’ll have a nice bandage put on, with elastic Vet-Rap to hold it in place, and then use the Elasticon (adhesive stretchy material) top and bottom to help keep it in place,” says Black.

If you don’t know how to bandage a horse, get help from someone who does. It helps to practice under the eye of an experienced person who has done a lot of bandaging. “Some of the best bandagers I’ve ever seen are at the racetrack, and they always learn the proper techniques as an apprentice— with guidance from someone who knows how to do it.

Your veterinarian or a knowledgeable horse person at your stable (such as a trainer who bandages horses all the time) can likely show you how to do it properly. If you are a novice, make sure you have the padding in place and that it doesn’t slip.”

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Resistol Hats The USTRC Collection, Made for Team Ropers The USTRC and Resistol Hats have been partners now for many years. And while both organizations have a great history, Resistol wins easily in the race for longevity.

USTRC was born in 1990. Resistol, however, was founded way back in 1927 in Dallas with the company name of Byer-Rolnick. The new firm produced men’s felt hats in Western and Dress styling’s, both were marketed under the newly created brand name “Resistol Hats,” meaning to resist-all weather.

Success came fairly quick for ByerRolnick as by 1938 the company needed to expand and did so to their new digs in Garland, Texas where Resistol Hats are still manufactured today.

Byer-Rolnick’s success continued and the Resistol brand became the greatest name in western hats. In an effort to better control the quality and flow of product, Byer-Rolnick acquired a fur cutting plant and built a rough-body plant in Longview, Texas. These acquisitions made Byer-Rolnick the first and only manufacturer to operate the entire felt hat making process, which includes over 200 processes.

By operating all phases of production, Byer-Rolnick was able to obtain maximum quality control and thereby produce the most consistent and finest hat known the world over. And by the way, Resistol Fur Felt Hats are made 100% in Texas.

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Resistol and Ropers Flash forward now to the mid-90’s. It was then that USTRC and Resistol first partnered with each other and Resistol became the official hat of the USTRC. It was a pretty easy decision to make, as what sets Resistol apart is the legacy of generations of cowboys that wear the brand. Your core, lifestyle cowboy purposely makes up the bulk of Resistol customers. And arguably, there is no better personification of a group that carries on the core, cowboy lifestyle than the modern day team roper.

Recreational team roping is what cowboys do for fun. While rodeo embodies nearly the full spectrum of cowboy sport, it is team roping that a cowboy can actively pursue through most of his or her lifetime. Needless to say, Resistol and USTRC has been a very good matchup.

It was not long after this flourishing partnership began that Resistol came to USTRC and asked if we would be interested in participating in a licensed USTRC line of Resistol Hats. The answer came fairly swiftly –– you bet! So in 2007, the Resistol USTRC Collection was born. It was then and still is a relatively small collection as the research conducted by Resistol confirmed that a team roper’s hat needs were reasonably straightforward. First, it had to be in a style that reflected the current cowboy culture and respected the cowboy tradition. Secondly, it had to be comfortable. And thirdly, it needed to stay on for the duration of a typical teamroping run. There are few catastrophes worse than the indignity of losing a hat in the course of a run and even more disastrous is the sight of a brand new Black Gold hitting the arena dirt only to be run over by horse or steer.

The initial straw USTRC Collection proved to be quite popular from the get-go. It met all the criteria. It wasn’t fancy, on purpose, but it had real style. It was comfortable, like most Resistol hats are, and to achieve what may possibly be the most important goal – to stay on – Resistol included in the two USTRC straw styles a relatively new technology, the Dri-Lex® sweatband.

Ropers and Sweat If there is a force at work that runs diametrically counter to the ability to keep a hat on one’s head, particularly when faced with wind and energetic motion, it is sweat. Sweat can make one’s head slicker than a greased pig. Not surprisingly, team roping runs and sweat go together like a horse and saddle. To thwart the deadly hat sweats, Resistol inserted the patented Dri-Lex® sweatband into each and every

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USTRC Collection straw hat. Without getting too technical, Dri-Lex’s® four channel fiber speeds moisture to the outside and away from skin (see below). Quick drying and breathable, the sweatband resists mildew and shrinkage. And it works.

Ropers were quick to find this out along with a lot of other cowboys. The result was that the USTRC Collection became one of Resistol’s best selling line of hats.

The USTRC Collection felt hat, however, was another story.

While fairly successful at first, it has languished for the last couple years. Well, Resistol researchers went to work. One of the questions they found ropers were asking was why Resistol didn’t put the Dri-Lex® sweatband into USTRC felt hats? The answer, it seems, is because Dri-Lex® is so proficient at wicking sweat away from the sweatband, it has a tendency to wick it into the felt causing a stain. So, Resistol has gone to work on this problem and feel they may have found a solution that will greatly diminish the staining effect. But because it was the team roper that asked for a felt with a Dri-Lex® band, it will be the team roper that will receive. Along with a new, updated style, ropers will be able to purchase this new USTRC Collection felt come this fall. And it will be the ONLY felt hat in the entire Resistol line that will feature the Dri-Lex® sweatband.

This innovation is a direct result of Resistol talking to team ropers. Resistol has not become the legacy hat brand for

cowboys on sheer will alone. They have always been ahead of the curve. Today’s cowboy is both respectful and mindful of its long and treasured traditions, but tastes and technology are constantly changing. Resistol has and continues to be ever sensitive to these trends and this new USTRC Collection felt with its Dri-Lex® sweatband is just one example of that responsiveness. So be looking this fall for the new USTRC Collection felt with its Dri-Lex® band and distinctive USTRC logo pin at Western Wear stores nationwide.

The New Resistol “Gold Plus” Hat And there’s more good news for USTRC from Resistol.

Coming July 2013, Resistol is giving you another reason to become a valued Gold Plus member. They will launch the new Premium 100% Pure Fur Felt hat named “Gold Plus”. It will come with an array of USTRC bells and whistles along with all of the functionality of the other USTRC Resistol hats. There will be an attached hangtag that will allow you to take a significant discount when you present your Gold Plus Card at checkout.

All of the details have not been disclosed to us yet, but Resistol has announced the “Gold Plus” will be a top of the line premium hat that all USTRC members would be proud to own. It will be available at the Finals in Oct. just in time for the fall season.

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The Perfect Practice!

‘Practice makes perfect!’ Team roping is not a sport that you can engage in on a whim and expect to win. It does not matter which side you pick, heading or heeling, it takes lots and lots of practice to hone the skills needed be competitive in the sport. Although there are tools and devices available that one can use to practice, nothing compares to roping live cattle for practice. That is the reason so many ropers today have set up practice arenas at their homes.

Setting up a practice arena takes a lot of effort, but the rewards are tremendous. The ability to rope often, work on specific details, keep your horse in shape and horsemanship is important when it comes to progressing in the sport.

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your roping partners and friends while enjoying the sport at your leisure.

When it comes to planning the design of your practice pen, there are a multitude of considerations to be made for maximum efficiency and enjoyment.

Most ropers want to get the best value from their investment and today’s products and tools help many reach that goal. However, if you plan to spend a little or a lot you need to make sure your practice arena is, above all, safe, efficient and practical.

The first thing to be considered when building your practice arena is location.

Good drainage with the right footing will be essential for ultimate enjoyment and safety. Get some help from an expert in the field if you need it, and spend the money to get the dirt right from the base up. This investment could pay off in big dividends with ease of maintenance, more active riding days and fewer injuries for horse and rider.

The ground and footing should be the first thing to prioritize. For best results,

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the ground underneath your footing must have a solid base. Using a well-drained aggregate material compacted and graded to at least 2 to 4 feet outside of the arena perimeter is the first ingredient for a proper foundation of your arena. The base material can be from 4 to 6 inches thick and with no variations in grade throughout the entire area of the arena, aside from a minimum slope for rain runoff. The base is very important and compaction is key for the foundation of any riding arena.

The actual footing of the arena should be anywhere form 4 to 6 inches as well. Many successful arena surfaces start out as a composite of two or more materials. Availability, temperatures and rainfall should be considered when picking a topsoil material for your arena. The primary principle of footing material is to maintain their structure without heavy compaction while providing stability for riding events. Most often, a mixture of native topsoil mixed with good clean sand is a suitable top soil combination. Whatever you use though, the mixture should help in the overall structure capabilities and the water retention for the arena.

Maintaining quality footing with the right equipment is equally important. There are many different arena grooming tools available and finding the right tool for your arena is an important piece of your practice arena enjoyment. Today’s arena grooming tools have been greatly influenced by technology and research and many different manufactures make quality products to ensure arena floors are prepared for the best riding conditions for equine sports.

Moving along to the actual building of your arena, the most widely adapted form of construction today is to utilize potable panels. The availability and cost of portable panels has made arena building fast, easy and versatile. There is no need to spend days or weeks digging holes and setting posts for permanent wood or steel fencing. With the right panels, an individual can save lots of time and money by building an arena to fit his or her current needs while keeping options open for easy expansion at a later date. It’s much easier to keep a consistent look, and certainly easier to make changes, if panels can be moved or replaced in a few minutes rather than becoming a major renovation project. In addition, maintenance can become virtually a “non-issue” with the quality of some of today’s powder coating finishes. Painting or replacing boards can become a thing of the past, and arena owners can spend more time roping and riding rather than working on their arena. Most manufacturers have a selection of different arena plans to choose from. You can utilize a set arena design package or at least begin with a common design and expand it to fit your own idea of what an arena needs to be for your own personal objectives. Given all these options, portable panels are the way to go.

Simple to more complex features, a practice arena can be tailor-made to your own designed with added details to make your practice sessions more practical, less stressful for cattle and safer for horses and riders alike. These added features may include return alleys, different types of roping and stripping chutes, holding pens, as well as easy access gates.

The basic design of a team roping practice arena would be no smaller than 120 feet by 240 feet. Any smaller and you

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do not have enough room to properly practice all of the aspects you may need to work on. On the other side, an arena can be built to upwards of 160 feet by 280 feet. Any larger than this though and you may add extra work and stress for horses and cattle going from one end to the other or leaving the arena

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after a team has roped.

A team roping run begins at the roping chute making it an important piece of equipment. There are several manufactures that make quality roping chutes with designs that take a lot of the work of loading cattle in and releasing them out of the head gate almost a nonissue. Just as important is a stripping chute. Taking ropes off the horns and feet of a roped steer can be a draining task.

However, a good stripping chute that is properly positioned at the end of an arena can greatly help remove ropes and in some case riders may not even have to dismount to take the ropes

off, eliminating a lot of the extra work when practicing.

Of course holding pens and a return alley are added benefits to a practice arena. Cattle can be pushed across the arena and into a holding pen prior to roping, however, a return alley leading from one end of the arena to the other offers less work to maneuver cattle to the roping chute allowing ropers more time to enjoy the practice session.

Additionally, a roper can push cattle through an alley by themselves much easier allowing for the option to practice alone.

Other amenities a roper may want to

Arena Tools Team ropers and horse owners all across the country rely on great tools to keep their riding facilities and equine properties in order. From ground conditioning tools to tractors, chutes and watering systems, every horse owner who has a riding arena, pasture or practice pen uses different tools to accomplish these different needs. Several manufactures offer great tools to meet the needs of horse owners. We are proud to showcase a variety of products that horse owners and team ropers alike have found to be reliable at their own homes, as well as at horse facilities nationwide.

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consider when erecting a practice arena is the option of making it a multi accessible arena. Making is a place where children can learn to ride in a safe environment, where you can practice other equine sports such as barrel racing, calf roping, cutting or other horse related events may be a consideration. Adding a calf alley for some who enjoy roping calves or breakaway roping may be an option. Adding a small round corral attached to the arena in order to train younger horses, as well as the simple things such as adding some sort of shelter-shade or hitching post in an area of the arena to tie multiple horses too

Roping Box Priefert is your one stop shop for all your roping equipment needs – from roping chutes, to arenas, Priefert is the number one choice of the top professional ropers and roping organizations.

Priefert’s Roping boxes feature arched box legs to help prevent possible injury to horse’s legs and to provide better bracing for the box. These legs are designed to be concreted into place, making them a permanent arena installation. Priefert roping boxes have an architectural grade powder coat finish to make them scratch and fade resistant, adding years of life to your investment. Sold individually, Priefert offers both a right-side and left-side box. For more information on this or any of Priefert’s roping equipment, visit www.priefert.com or call 1-800-5278616 to speak to our friendly sales staff. Priefert…

Practice like you Compete.

Q36 Solar Powered Roping Chute Priefert is proving yet again why it is the number one choice of professional ropers and top organizations. The newest edition to Priefert’s collection of roping chutes and roping accessories is

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may be additional things a roper may want to add to their design prior to building a practice pen near their home.

The utilization of today’s technology to build a team roping or multi-use horse arena makes it a lot less of a daunting task than it was even ten years ago. Durable portable panels, today’s designs in roping chutes and equipment, as well as the easily accessible knowledge of proper footing and ground maintenance makes a private practice arena feasible for many of ropers to enjoy the sport at their pace, as well as the ability to progress in the sport and become more competitive.

the Q36 Solar Powered Front Release Roping Chute. The Q36 is a solar powered release mechanism that was designed specifically for the Priefert line of roping chutes. This stateof-the-art unit requires no electrical cords or air lines, just the sun! The solar panel is attached to the top of the compact release box, and utilizes the latest patented, high frequency Pulse technology. Virtually indestructible and highly efficient, the solar panel is also weather proof. The Q36 is also equipped with a battery backup that will allow it to operate in the event that there is no sunlight to recharge the unit. A single button remote control is used to automatically open the chute’s front release gate. Available as part of a chute package (the RC98Q36) the Q36 is also available as an upgrade that can be easily installed on any manual Priefert RC98 roping chute. To find out more about this and other great roping products, visit Priefert on the web at www.priefert.com, or call 1-800-5278616 to speak to a member of Priefert’s friendly sales staff.

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Case IH Farmall C

From the feedlot to the pasture, the new Case IH Farmall® C tractors reliably and cost-effectively deliver the power and performance utility tractor owners expect, all in a superior interior environment.

Three new utility powerhouses meet the demand for rugged, yet comfortable and easy-to-operate, equipment to get day-today jobs done: • Farmall 85C with 75 PTO HP • Farmall 95C with 85 PTO HP • Farmall 105C with 95 PTO HP “These versatile utility models are ready to meet any challenge on your evergrowing task list during longer work days, whether you are mixing feed or baling hay,” says Greg Lucey, Case IH Farmall Tractors Marketing Manager. “These tractors also meet emissions standards with Tier 4A engines.”

Tough at heart with updated cleandiesel technology, the new Farmall C models use Tier 4A-compliant Case IH FPT 4-cylinder 3.4-L turbocharged and intercooled engines. Precise electronic metering of fuel delivered with electronic high-pressure common-rail fuel injection provides a more efficient combustion process. This means improved efficiency, extended engine life, improved coldengine starting, but most importantly, “This unique fuel injection system provides greater fuel savings, all while maintaining high horsepower levels,” says Lucey.

Glow plugs warm the engine prior to a cold-weather start, eliminating the need to use ether for more reliable starting in freezing temperatures.

The Farmall C models require ultralow-sulfur (15 ppm) fuel and low-ash lube oil.

Proven 12-speed forward, 12-speed reverse transmissions are designed with operator productivity in mind.

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wet- or dry-clutch transmission. If the application demands it, upgraded transmission options are available.

The newly designed Farmall cab goes a step above the rest to make the operator’s day better and more productive with more user-friendly controls and features.

Reworked internal control ergonomics provide best-in-class productivity and minimize operator fatigue.

Lucas Metal Works

Lucas Metal Works has diversified itself from the original custom metal works business it started out as in 1968, and has become a company with six separate divisions under the Lucas Metal Works company umbrella. The Lucas family has a long history in the horse industry.

Raymond Lucas, owner and founder of Lucas Metal Works, designed an arena tool in 1996 for his family who are avid barrel racers. This all-in-one arena working tool would come to be known as The Ground Hog Arena Tool. The Ground Hog Arena Tool became a nationwide success and the Arena Tool of choice for rodeo associations across the nation, including the granddaddy of them all, The National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Ground Hog Arena Tool, like most ventures at Lucas, has exceeded the company’s wildest expectations. Lucas decided an addition to the Ground Hog would assist the process of smoothing out the arenas, thus the Watering System that attaches to the Ground Hog was developed.

Lucas started out as a custom metal works business, and in 2010 decided to branch out into farm equipment. They began with Grapples and Hay Spears and didn’t stop there. At this time Lucas has in upwards of 10 implements offered to assist with farming. This includes Lucas’ newest innovation, The Watering System for the

Ground Hog. This newest product reached the market just last year in 2012. Needless to say, it too has exceeded the expectations for Lucas Metal Works. The growth of the product line has brought growth within the company as well. What once started out with a small family-owned and operated company forty-five years ago has grown to five different divisions. There is an inside sales team to answer your calls and emails and an outside sales team that works with dealers throughout the Mid-west to get the farm equipment out in front of the farmers and ranchers. Lucas Metal Works is a dedicated leader in innovative and creative manufacturing within the farm equipment industry. Lucas Metal Works became a member of the Farm Equipment Manufacturers Association in 2011. The company strives to satisfy each farm equipment customer. Lucas continues to expand their dealer and distributer network across the nation.

Contact them at 866.689.8904 or info@lucasmetalworks.com or check them out online at www.lucasmetalworks.com.

Lucas Metal Works has been at the same location for over 45 years, 396281 W 3000 Rd., Ochelata, OK 74051.

Red Master Harrow

Red Master’s goal has always been perfect footing. It’s no surprise, then, that the company that first designed harrows for specific events has raised the bar even further with its new all-in-one tool, T-Rex. “We just introduced this and the response has been unbelievable,” says owner Floyd Fain, a team roper who bought the Amarillo-based company two years ago. “People love the fluff it puts in the ground and the way it all works as one unit.”

T-Rex features Red Master’s renowned ripper at the front, with its formerly optional paddlewheel and float pin bringing up the rear.

The paddlewheel is dual-purpose,” says

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Fain. “It breaks up clods and injects air into the soil. The float pin comes along to level the ground, helping trap that air to provide real cushion.”

Here’s another handy feature of the new T-Rex: you can adjust the ripper without it affecting the harrow behind it. Simply tilt it forward to go deeper or back if you want it digging less aggressively. The freestanding tires manage your depth.

“Everyone’s idea of perfect ground is different,” says Fain, who designed T-Rex based on customers’ suggestions. “We take great pride in having been able to satisfy everyone’s needs with this one tool, from cutters to ropers to reiners.”

Find out more at www.redmasterharrow.com or call then directly at 866. 362.9353

MicroRain Micro Rain automatic watering systems are the industry leader in arena dust control. We offer our standard water turbine drive reels and now offer a new Honda engine driven models to utilize any flow range available along with an unlimited speed range!

Call us for details on this exiting new product!

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Reveal 4-n-1 The Reveal 4-n-1 is the ultimate arena and ground prep tool. The Reveal 4-n-1 is a rugged hard working tool designed to make arena preparation and maintenance easier and less time consuming. The unit is made in

different sizes to fit your needs.

It has a versatile three-point hitch hook up. The front chisel plows are adjusted hydraulically to dig 0-7 inches. The channel iron beams are designed at angles to move material for leveling and to allow you to get at those hard to reach areas. The harrow beam can be adjusted hydraulically separate from the chisel plows to a depth of 3-1/2 inches to break up material as well as aerate it. The roller works in conjunction with the harrow beam to further pulverize and firm down the material. All these functions can be done at the same time from the comfort of your tractor seat. Ground is just made of dirt, but great footing is made by the Reveal 4n-1. Don’t be fooled by imitators, go with the original, still the best, the Reveal 4-n-1.

The Reveal 4-n-1 is the only tool endorsed by the NBHA and the ANHA. Call 937.444.2609 for more information or find us at www.reveal4-n-1.com

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ast Back Ropes first introduced the “rope with a cause,” the Pink Patron, in 2008. This bright pink rope quickly became a favorite for ropers, many of whom had personal experience with breast cancer. For every Pink Patron sold, Fast Back Ropes has donated $1 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Due to production and warehouse demands in 2011, Fast Back Ropes had to make this rope available by special order only.

Due to popular demand, the Pink Patron will soon be back in stores. The Pink Patron has been re-engineered with a new fiber and feels better than ever before.

“We received a lot of feedback from customers who missed the Pink Patron,” explains Al Benson. “We used this opportunity to make some improvements before re-introducing the rope.”

The Pink Patron is a vivid pink four-strand poly blend.

In addition to high visibility, the Pink Patron, is well balanced with distinct tip feel.

“I lost my mother to breast cancer when I was twelve, so when the Pink Patron came along I was anxious to try it,” says team roper, Hector Hernandez. “I found that I really like the weight and body of this rope, both heading and heeling.”

Fast Back Ropes will continue to donate $1 per Pink Patron sold to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Look for your Pink Patron at your local Fast Back dealer on April 15, 2013.

For dealer locations visit fastbackropes.com or call 800-479-1851.

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Prime Performance Nutrition

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rime Performance Nutrition is teaming up with professional team roper, Tyler Magnus of Mason, Texas.

This member of the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame is quickly becoming a household name in the rodeo industry. Training many performance horses that go on to compete in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, American Quarter Horse Association and the American Paint Horse Association, Tyler has the added stress of keeping these horses performing at maximum level.

“About a year ago I met Tyler and we talked about the trouble that he was having keeping his son’s horse sound. I sent him a pail of Maxum HA to try and two months later Tyler couldn’t wait to tell me that he was back to roping on him,” said Jeff Butler, President of Prime Performance Nutrition.

Maxum HA is a combination of glucosamines, chondroitin sulfate, MSM, hyaluronic acid and jam packed with vitamin C. The problem begins when the animal is supplied too little glucosamine to the joints, causing the cartilage to break down. The intersection where age and trauma meet is the point that the animal’s ability to convert glucose and glutamine into glucosamine decline, losing their ability to stimulate cartilage forming cells. Chondroitin sulfates directly attack the enzymes that destroy cartilage allowing the body to, more easily, heal itself. Hyaluronic Acid is a complex of proteins that form a gel-like matrix to guard the cartilage. MSM is essential for the growth and repair of bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage and other connective tissues.

It’s the experienced science of Prime Performance Nutrition combined with the training prowess of Tyler Magnus that produces horses that love their job and perform at the top of their game.

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Panhandle Classic Amarillo, Texas • April 26-28 2013

The Panhandle Classic will unfold the weekend of April 26 in the Great Plains of Texas. Amarillo will roll out the red carpet to USTRC team ropers and their families and it will a weekend you really want to put on your calendar.

Part of the Great Plains and the largest city in the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo had its beginnings in 1887 when the Fort Worth-Denver City railroad was constructed across the Texas Panhandle. Originally named Oneida, the town was platted in April 1887 by J.I. Berry who soon renamed the town Amarillo (the Spanish word for yellow) after it was voted the county seat of Potter County in August 1887. In 1913 Amarillo voters approved a home rule charter with a commission-manager form of government. Industry in Amarillo began with railroading, cattle and merchandising and the city grew rapidly in 1925, stimulated by money derived from oil, gas and wheat expansion.

Centrally located in the Texas Panhandle, bordered by New Mexico and Oklahoma, Amarillo’s economic history was closely tied to agriculture and the energy industry. These days businesses such as copper refining, fiberglass production, meatpacking, weapons disassembly, customer service operations and aircraft assembly have diversified the city’s economy.

Serving as a regional medical center also plays a key role in Amarillo’s economy.

Today, Amarillo is home to 190,695 (per 2010 Census) people.

It is people who love roping and the equine industry and know what it takes to make a successful roping and horse event like the Panhandle Classic. The city always welcomes all newcomers and visitors.

Amarillo is home to good food, excellent accommodations and fun things to do, including the American Quarter Horse Association and Museum. If you haven’t been for a visit reserve some time to do so. It is a given how much horses impact team roper’s lives and it is not only fun but interesting to see the role the Quarter Horse has played.

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Ropers might also want to make a visit to the Big Texan Steak Ranch. If a good steak is on your mind this is a world famous steak house. You will be hard pressed to find a better place to bite into good Texas beef.

Amarillo is also the home of the old Route 66 Historic District. If you are not familiar with the significance of Route 66 there is no better placeto check out the history and implications the highway played in the early days. It was the route that connected the nations east coast and west coast and Amarillo played an integral part.

The Panhandle Plains Historical Museum enlightens one about the rich history of Indian culture, cattle, ranching and the settling of the Great Plains area.

While fun it also proves to be very educational and thought provoking as visitors see what it was like to live on the vast prairie and survive the elements.

The American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame and Museum will host an Orren Mixer, artist of the American Quarter Horse, exhibit February 18 through July 27, 2013.

If you don’t do anything else see this exhibition. Ropers can check it out on the web at www.quarterhorsemuseum.com for times and more information.

Don Harrington Discovery Center is a great place to visit with the kids if you can take the time. Not only is it educational but the kind of fun your kids will be talking about for a long time.

The Tri-State Fairgrounds cover 488,000 square feet including arenas, stalls and riding space for a variety of livestock and sporting events. The main arena is the 5,000 seat Amarillo National Center. Ropers can be assured of an excellent facility for the Panhandle Classic. With access to rooms, food, and a good place to rope you can bet Amarillo hosting the Panhandle Classic is a good thing.

Mark your calendar team ropers! You won’t want to miss the Panhandle Classic. It kicks off the weekend of April 26-28. Plan to be there. It should be your roping of choice in April.

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Tree: Rawhide Covered Seats 14 - 141/2 - 15 - 151/2 - 16 PRICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$550 LETTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 SHIPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $650

Barrel saddles can be in any size PRICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$450 LETTERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 SHIPPING . . . . . . . . . . . . $50 TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . $550

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$410

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BY P Jessica Gray ...............Sparr, FL ....................$6,730 Rayna Gay .................Axson, GA ..................$6,712 Jessy Remsburg .........Palm City, FL..............$5,908 Mary Ann Brown ........Keedysville, MD..........$5,450 Reba Ann Gonzales ....Huntsville, TX .............$5,336 Jaymee Roach ............Stephenville, TX..........$4,650

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$24,979,948 CASH PAID OUT IN 2012

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JOIN TODAY! UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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Gold Spur Membership Participation at a USTRC event automatically qualifies you for a Regional Shoot-Out position

Gold Plus Membership The best membership value for the roper who demands more and has the National Finals in sight! (must be 18 or older to purchase)

Membership Benefits + Receive $1,000 in Flex Earnings just by participating at a USTRC event + Distinctive card with your name, USTRC ID number and TRIAD classification + 12 monthly issues of the industry leader, SuperLooper Magazine + Eligible to compete at more than 80 sanctioned and 350 affiliate events nationwide + Draw in and never worry about finding a partner again! (some restrictions apply)

+ An individual record of your earnings and accomplishments + Unmatched customer service

Gold Spur Options Tailor your Gold Spur membership to fit your style with these options Rope both ends? Get a double number!

Membership Benefits + You get all the benefits of the Gold Spur for you and your immediate family members, plus

Flex Earnings + Receive $3,000 Flex Earnings just by participating at a USTRC event.

Complimentary Family Memberships + Add immediate family members (children and spouse) in the same household age 20 and under at the time of application at no extra charge. + A spouse (legal proof required) recieves a Gold Plus membership and $3,000 Flex Earnings upon event participation + A child receives a Gold Spur membership and $1,000 Flex Earnings upon event participation

Gold Plus Ropings + Exclusively at USTRC Sanctioned Events + For Gold Plus members 25 and older

(Fees can apply)

Keep It in the Family

+ Century Bonus - 100% payback + Guaranteed added money at Regional Finals Gold Plus ropings

+ Add immediate family members (children and spouse) in the same household age 20 and under at the time of application

Check Writing Privileges

+ Each family member receives the same Gold Spur Membership benefits, including $1,000 in Flex Earnings upon participation at a USTRC event

Reserve Stalls

Lifetime Membership: You’ve Earned It

+ Ropers can pay entry fees by check at Sanctioned and Affiliate events + Reserve stalls (limited to two per member at ropings offering service) up to one week prior to the event

+ Ropers currently 70 or celebrating that milestone anytime in 2013 are eligible for a lifetime membership at the time of application (family members must renew annually)

NRS Discount

+ Enjoy all the benefits of the Gold Spur membership for a one-time only fee, including $1,000 in Flex Earnings annually upon participation at a USTRC event

Double Number Application

+ Available for U.S. addresses only

International Gold Spur Membership

+ Receive a 10% discount on any product purchased through National Ropers Supply. + Apply for Double Number at No Extra Charge

Extended Entry Deadlines + Enter by phone up to one week after the postmark deadline with your credit card. A 3% surcharge will apply to all credit card transactions.

+ Gold Spur benefits know no borders. You receive the basic benefits plus $1,000 in Flex Earnings upon participation at a USTRC event. + SuperLooper Magazine provided through U.S. Foreign Mail Service + For Non-US Residents

Jr. Looper Membership + FREE to youth age 12 and under at the time of application

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport

+ Includes Jr. Looper card with name, USTRC ID number and birthdate + $1,000 in Flex Earnings annually upon participation at a USTRC event + Valid age documentation required (i.e. birth certificate, certified ID card) + No annual renewal + Social Security Number required

USTRC memberships are NON REFUNDABLE, NON TRANSFERABLE. All memberships expire December 31, 2013, with the exception of membership purchased after August 31, 2013 and before January 1, 2014. Membership purchased during that time will be valid until December 31, 2014. Allow 3-4 weeks for processing. Allow up to 6 weeks for delivery of SuperLooper Magazine. USTRC reserves the right to obtain a payment electronically for any check or other instrument you send by initiating an ACH (electronic) debit of the amount of your check or instrument to your account. Your check or instrument will not be returned to you by USTRC or your bank.

Your bank account may be debited the same day payment is received.

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2013 Membership Application Membership active as of September 1, 2012 and expires December 31, 2013. Take advantage of joining online at ustrc.com or complete the application below. Indicate in the boxes the number of memberships at each level for which you are applying. Please print or type.

Qty

Fee Gold Plus Membership USTRC’s Premier Membership Package.

Available to adults 18 and older. Must be 25 or older to rope in Gold Plus ropings.

$300

Personal Information (Primary Member) First Name

MI

Last Name

Name to appear on card Male

Gold Plus Upgrade $200 Must be a 2013 Gold Spur or Lifetime member (Available January 1 - August 31)

Female

Birth Date

USTRC ID # (if renewing) First time members must contact classifications dept.

SS# (required)

Email Address (required) By providing USTRC your email address, you give permission for USTRC to send important member updates and information. You may opt out at any time.

Occupation (i.e. rancher, teacher, mgmt…)

Gold Spur Membership USTRC’s Standard Membership Package.

First-time member.

$100

Address City/State/Zip Country

Additional Family Membership Please list names and information on this application form. One SuperLooper Magazine subscription per household.

$50 Each

First Time or Expired Double Number Must be classified as a #5 or higher.

Application fee non-refundable.

Work Phone

Cell Phone

Gold Plus Family Members / Gold Spur Family Members Must be an immediate family member, spouse or children, living at home age 20 and younger at the time of application $40

First Name

MI

Last Name

Name to appear on card Male

I am requesting a double number as a No.___ Header

Home Phone

Female

Birth Date

Email Address

USTRC ID # (if renewing)

No.___ Heeler

SS# (required)

Relationship to member

International Gold Spur Membership

$120

Jr. Looper Membership Available to youth 12 and under at the time of application. Valid age documentation and social security number required.

FREE

Lifetime Gold Spur Membership Available to members 70 and older within the 2013 calendar year.

$100

First Name

MI

Last Name

Name to appear on card Male

Female

Birth Date

Email Address

USTRC ID # (if renewing)

SS# (required)

Relationship to member

Total

First Name

MI

Last Name

Name to appear on card

$___________

Male

Female

Birth Date

Email Address

USTRC ID # (if renewing)

SS# (required)

Relationship to member

Payment Information Please make check or money order payable to USTRC and mail to: USTRC Membership P.O. Box 1198 Stephenville, TX 76401 Phone 254.968.0002 Fax 254.968.0003

Please provide the following information when paying with Visa, Mastercard or Discover Cardholder Name Card # Visa

Mastercard

Discover

Exp. Date

Security Code

Signature

We’re happy to accept your credit card application over the phone at 254.968.0002 or join online at ustrc.com.

June 28-30, 2013 #ALIFORNIA -ID 3TATE &AIRGROUNDS s PASO ROBLES, CA

WEST COAST REGIONAL FRI, JUNE 28, 8 AM

SAT, JUNE 29, 8 AM

SUN, JUNE 30, 8 AM

s /PEN WITH )NCENTIVE

s 'OLD 0LUS WITH )NCENTIVE #ENTURY "ONUS Available. $17,500 minimum added to GP purse.

s 3HOOT /UT CAPPED AT %LITE

s WITH )NCENTIVE

s 3HOOT /UT CAPPED AT %LITE

s #11 Shoot-Out

s 0ICK $RAW CAPPED AT

s #15 Shoot-Out s #13 Handicap s #13 Shoot-Out s WITH )NCENTIVE s #12 Shoot-Out

Entry Fee is $150/roper.

May enter 2 times in each roping.

PRELIMINARY FORMAT B

SCHEDULE s #15 Handicap

SHOOT-OUTS

s CAPPED AT %LITE WITH )NCENTIVE

s CAPPED AT %LITE

with #9 Incentive

Will only take one rotation of late / on-site entries per division. Once that rotation is full, no more entries will be taken. To avoid paying late fees, or worse missing out, USTRC encourages you to pre-enter.

PRE-ENTRY REQUIRED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JUNE 14, 2013

SAT, 12 NOON

SUN, 6:30 AM

Kids 6 & Under, n n

Cowboy Church

DRAW POSITIONS AVAILABLE JUNE 26, 2013 WWW.USTRC.COM

Current Coggins may be requested.

STALLS: Reservations taken from Gold Plus members only. Must be made no later than *UNE &OR RESERVATIONS CALL ,AUREN (ARDMAN AT X !LL OTHER stalls on a first-come, first-served basis. No tie-outs allowed. $25/night plus shavings.

For more information visit ustrc.com

Entry Fee is $100/roper.

May enter 3 times in each roping.

For complete format details, see entry forms.

2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

ULTIMATE PARTNER FINDER Draw-In Options in effect for the Preliminaries and Gold Plus. See entry form to pre-enter. To see the divisions you are eligible to draw into, see the Draw-In Option chart in the Format section in the back of SuperLooper Magazine.

HOST HOTEL: BEST WESTERN PLUS BLACK OAK 1135 24th St 0ASO 2OBLES #! s

CHOICE HOTELS: choicesportstravel.com 3PECIAL 2ATE )$

DIRECTIONS: California Mid State Fairgounds 2IVERSIDE !VENUE 0ASO 2OBLES #! s From Hwy 101, take exit 230 for Pine Street.

Turn right onto Riverside Ave.

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2012 TOTAL PAYOUT:

$262,000 CASH AND PRIZES

2013 PRIZES:

MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF

$4,000

SHOOT-OUT

TO AVERAGE WINNERS OF THE OPEN AND THE #15 SHOOT-OUT

PRIZES

12 Trophy Custom Martin Saddles

$8,000

Average Winners of #15, 13, #12, #11, #10, and #9 Shoot-Outs

TO AVERAGE WINNERS OF THE #13, #12, #11, #10, AND #9 SHOOT-OUTS

2 Trophy Gist Bits Average Winners of Open

GOLD PLUS MINIMUM $17,500 ADDED TO GOLD PLUS PURSE

PRIZES AVERAGE WINNERS: Trophy Gist Buckles Resistol Straw Hats Tony Lama Boots 3 Pairs Cinch or Cruel Girl Jeans INCENTIVE AVERAGE WINNERS: Trophy Gist Buckles Classic Equine Horse Sheets Classic Rope Duffel Bags Classic Rope Sling Bags

HIGH POINT GOLD PLUS WINNER OF THE WEEKEND: NFTR PACKAGE INCLUDING

MINIMUM

2 Paid Shoot-Out Positions 2 Complimentary Stalls Complimentary GP RV Spot 2013 NFTR Jacket

$17,500 ADDED CASH TO THE GOLD PLUS PURSE

PRELIMINARY

#8 PICK/DRAW

CRUEL GIRL

JR LOOPER

PRIZES

PRIZES

PRIZES

PRIZES

8 Trophy Custom Martin Saddles

6 Trophy Gist Buckles

HIGH MONEY WINNER: Custom Trophy Gist Buckle 2 Pair Cruel Girl Jeans

3 Trophy Gist Gold Buckles

Average Winners of #12, #11, #10, #9

16 Trophy Gist Gold Buckles

1st - 3rd Place Average Winners

Winners of 6 & Under, 7-9, 10-12

Incentive Avg Winners of #12, #11, #10, #9 2nd Place Avg Winners of #12, #11, #10, #9

4 Trophy Gist Bits Avg Winners of Open, #15 Prelim, #13 Prelim

AMERICA’S COWBOY SPORT

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FORMAT A

CLOVIS, NM

WACO, TX

TUNICA, MS

August 1-4, 2013

August 8-11, 2013

August 30 - Sept. 2, 2013

FORMAT B

PASO ROBLES, CA

MURFREESBORO, TN

WINNEMUCCA, NV

LOVELAND, CO

June 28-30, 2013

July 11-14, 2013

August 23-25, 2013

August 30 - Sept. 2, 2013

REGIONAL ROPING FORMAT Any current USTRC member may enter Preliminary Ropings

PRELIMINARY FORMAT

A

Entry fee $150/roper.

May enter two times in each roping.

FORMAT

B

Entry fee $100/roper.

May enter three times in each roping.

#15, #13, #12, #11, #10, #9: s STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE TEAM SEC OFF

AND UNDER TEAM SEC OFF TEAM SEC OFF

AND UNDER TEAM SEC OFF

PRELIMINARY, CONT’D

SHOOT-OUT

s 4EAMS PLACING IN THE TOP IN THE !VERAGE OF THE 0RELIMINARY ROPINGS WILL AUTOMATICALLY EARN A POSITION IN A 2EGIONAL 3HOOT /UT ROPING WITH ENTRY FEES PAID

s !LL 3HOOT /UT ROPINGS WILL BE STEER !VERAGES PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE %NTRY FEE IS ROPER %NTER TWO TIMES

s Only one rotation of late on-site entries will be taken.

s 3HOOT /UT ROPINGS WILL NOT BE HANDICAPPED NOR HAVE )NCENTIVE

GOLD PLUS #12 (WITH #10 INC)

s !LL TEAMS WHO QUALIFY TO THE SHORT ROUND WILL RECEIVE IN &LEX %ARNINGS

s -INIMUM OF CASH ADDED TO '0 PURSE s STEER !VERAGE )NCENTIVE DETERMINED ON STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE s #ENTURY "ONUS ON-SITE ENTRY ONLY. s %NTRY FEE IS ROPER -AY ENTER THREE TIMES

ANY COMBINATION OF )NCENTIVE AND OR .ON )NCENTIVE FOR A MAXIMUM OF THREE ENTRIES s IN &LEX %ARNINGS WILL BE AWARDED TO TEAMS PLACING ST TH IN THE !VERAGE AND )NCENTIVE !VERAGE s -UST BE OR OLDER TO ENTER s Only one rotation of late on-site entries will be taken.

WITH )NCENTIVE WITH )NCENTIVE CAPPED AT %LITE WITH )NCENTIVE CAPPED AT %LITE WITH )NCENTIVE s 4OP TEAMS TO THE 3HORT 2OUND s 4OP TEAMS TO THE 3HORT 2OUND OF THE ONLY s 4OP l VE PLACING TEAMS IN THE !VERAGE OF THE 2EGIONAL 0RELIMINARY ROPINGS WILL RECEIVE IN &LEX %ARNINGS s !LL OTHER TEAMS THAT QUALIFY TO THE 3HORT 2OUND WILL RECEIVE IN &LEX %ARNINGS s 4OP l VE PLACING TEAMS OF THE )NCENTIVE IN THE

AND RECEIVE IN &LEX %ARNINGS

2013 USTRC membership required before you rope, and may be purchased at this event.

#8 PICK/DRAW s #APPED AT A

s 2OPERS MAY NOT ENTER WITH THE SAME PARTNER MORE THAN ONCE IN ANY 3HOOT /UT $IVISION s 1UALIl CATION FOR A 2EGIONAL 3HOOT /UT REQUIRES

OF !VAILABLE %ARNINGS WHICH MAY COME FROM EITHER PARTNER OR A CONTRIBUTION FROM BOTH PARTNERS s 9OU MAY USE A PORTION INCREMENTS OF OF !VAILABLE %ARNINGS SUM OF &LEX %ARNINGS AND !PPLIED %ARNINGS TOWARD A 3HOOT /UT QUALIl CATION &OR EXAMPLE IF THE (EADER HAS IN !VAILABLE %ARNINGS AND THE (EELER HAS IN !VAILABLE %ARNINGS THEY CAN COMBINE THEIR !VAILABLE %ARNINGS TO QUALIFY FOR A 2EGIONAL 3HOOT /UT s %LIGIBILITY TO ENTER A 3HOOT /UT DIVISION REQUIRES THE ROPER TO PARTICIPATE IN A SEASON !Fl LIATE

'RASSROOTS 3ANCTIONED QUALIl ER OR 7342 QUALIl ER /2 PARTICIPATE IN A 2EGIONAL 0RELIMINARY PRIOR TO THE 3HOOT /UT ENTRY IN THAT DIVISION s Only one rotation of late on-site entries will be taken.

s 0ICK DRAW FOR $150/roper s STEER PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE

OPEN (WITH #15 INC)

s TEAM SEC OFF AND AND UNDER TEAM SEC OFF

s $OUBLE 53 /PEN 4OUR POINTS AWARDED TO ST TH IN THE !VERAGE

s 4OP TEAMS TO THE 3HORT 2OUND

s 5 STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE

s ON-SITE ENTRY ONLY. "OOKS CLOSE AT .OON

s %NTRY FEE IS $250/roper ENTER THREE TIMES PROVIDED AT LEAST ONE ENTRY IS )NCENTIVE

s 4OP PLACING TEAMS WILL RECEIVE

IN &LEX %ARNINGS

s 4OP l VE )NCENTIVE TEAMS WILL EARN

IN &LEX %ARNINGS

AMERICA’S COWBOY SPORT

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2013 REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENtRY FORM • ANYONE CAN ENtER

REGIONAL PRELIMINARY

Team Roper’s Name _____________________________________________________________________________

■ West Coast, CA

ID No. ____________________________________________________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ___________________________________@___________________________

ATTENTION: YOu musT INcluDE YOuR OWN AND YOuR pARTNER’s usTRc ID#.

• Entries must be postmarked by the Friday two weeks prior to the date of the roping you are entering to avoid late charges. Payments must be made by personal check, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checks WILL NOT be accepted from members who have written bad checks in the past.

• Entries postmarked after the deadline must include a $20/roper late fee, and must be paid with cashier’s check or money order only!

• Make entry fees payable and mail to: USTRC CENTRAL ENTRY, P.O. Box 1198, Stephenville, TX 76401. For Roping or Classification Information call the USTRC National Office, 254/968-0002.

If you are drawing a partner please write partner

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

HEELER

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

HEELER

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

HEELER

#15 Handicap Roping • $100/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

#13 Handicap Roping • $100/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

Gold Plus #12 Roping • (#10 Incentive) • $150/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries. •

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

Guaranteed Minimum $17,500 Added to GP Purse.

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

#12 Roping (#11 Incentive) • $100/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

________________________________________ ID#_____________ / __________________________________ ID# ____________$ ___________ HEADER

check ■ to draw header

HEELER

check ■ to draw heeler

#11 Roping (#10 Incentive) • $100/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries

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USTRC is a voluntary association. Applicant acknowledges that he or she has no property or other right to participate in USTRC events. Applicant agrees to follow and be bound by the rules, regulations, and guidelines of USTRC, as amended from time to time. Applicant acknowledges that USTRC classifications are determined by USTRC’s classification process based on the application of USTRC handicapping guidelines. Handicaps, including applicant’s handicap, assigned in accordance with the classification procedures are conclusively presumed valid. Applicant consents to same. USTRC reserves the right to change the classifications of ropers anytime throughout the year. Applicant may appeal procedures, as modified from time to time. Applicant agrees that his or her sole and exclusive remedy for a disputed classification is appeal to the USTRC pursuant to USTRC appeal procedures. All decisions of the appeal process are final and conclusive. Applicant elects to participate in USTRC events at Applicant’s own risk. Applicant hereby releases and discharges USTRC and its directors, officers, representatives, employees, sponsors and agents from all liability, loss, claims, damages and

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expenses for injuries to person, property, reputation or financial condition as a result of or in any way relating to Applicant’s participation or failure to participate in any USTRC events, whether caused by negligence, by field conditions, by the conduct of USTRC or its directors, officers, representatives, employees, sponsors and/or agents in the preparation, supervision or conduct of any USTRC events or the administration or failure to enforce any USTRC rules, regulations or guidelines, or otherwise. Applicant knows that by his or her entry on this form he or she completely releases USTRC and its directors, officers, representatives, employees, sponsors and agents from any liability, including negligence. Applicant voluntarily chooses to participate in USTRC events and freely and willingly consents to the same.

Parent or Guardian Signature required if above named roper is under age 18:

NOTE: To be eligible to enter any Shoot-Out division, ropers must have participated in a USTRC Sanctioned, Grassroots, Affiliate, WSTR Qualifier or Regional preliminary roping during the 2013 season. Qualification for a Regional Shoot-Out position requires that a team have $2,000 of AVAILABLE EARNINGS , which may ALL come from either partner or a contribution from both partners.

For example, if the Header has $1,400 in AVAILABLE EARNINGS and the Heeler has $600 in AVAILABLE EARNINGS , the earnings can be combined to meet the required $2,000 of AVAILABLE EARNINGS • Visit the USTRC Website at www.ustrc.com, log in to your member page and check your AVAILABLE EARNINGS .

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EACH ENTRY MUST INDICATE CONTRIBUTION FROM AVAILABLE EARNINGS — THAT CONTRIBUTION CANNOT BE CHANGED AFTER THE EVENT. NO EXCEPTIONS! EACH ENTRY MUST INCLUDE BOTH ROPERS ID#.

ROPERS MAY NOT ENTER WITH THE SAME PARTNER MORE THAN ONCE IN ANY SHOOT-OUT DIVISION. #15 SHOOT-OUT • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $4,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS •$150/ROpER 1st Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER 2nd Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER #13 SHOOT-OUT • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $8,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS - $150/ROpER 1st Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER 2nd Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER #12 SHOOT-OUT • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $8,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS •$150/ROpER 1st Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER 2nd Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER #11 SHOOT-OUT • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $8,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $150/ROpER 1st Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER 2nd Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER #10 SHOOT-OUT • capped at an Elite #6 • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $8,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $150/ROpER 1st Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER 2nd Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER #9 SHOOT-OUT capped at an Elite #5• GUARANTEED MINIMUM $8,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $150/ROpER 1st Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER 2nd Entry AVAILABLE EARNINGS — HEADER: $__________ HEELER $_________ ______________________________________________ ID# _______________ /________________________________________ ID# ______________$ HEADER HEELER

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Sherman from Colby, Kansas to win first place in the #15 Division. The win paid them $2,030, plus trophy Gist bits, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Benjamin Robinson and Tyrell Reynolds and third place was the team of Clayton VanAken and Wade Kreutzer.

In the #13 Division the win went to Brice Ingo and Trey Yates from Pueblo, Colorado. They were 29.23 seconds on four steers and won $2,790, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Ingo and Wade Kreutzer and third place went to Dick and Trey Yates.

The final roping of the first day of the Colorado Winter Championships was the #12 Division. Kyle Dailey from Tryon, Nebraska and Tucker White from Hershey, Nebraska won the PHOTOS COURTESY OF 3 LAZY J PHOTOGRAPHY

he Colorado Winter Championships was a great event. The USTRC team roping produced by Jeff Smith and Rope the Rockies took place at the Western Event Complex in Denver, Colorado. The action began on February 8 and ended on the 10th.

The first roping was the Open Division. The winners were Rick Lauridsen from Erie, Colorado and Clayton VanAken from Laramie, Wyoming. They were 39.84 seconds on five steers to take the victory. Second place went to Wade Kreutzer from LaVeta, Colorado and Trey Yates from Pueblo, Colorado.

Kreutzer and Yates also won the Incentive Average. Third place in the main Average was Lauridsen and Mark Kersting.

Levi Tyan from Wallace, Nebraska teamed up with Chris

Open Rick Lauridsen (Erie, CO) / Clayton VanAken (Laramie, WY), 39.84 on 5, $850 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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FLEX EARNINGS – Colorado Winter Championships – Denver, CO From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Doc Meeske ................Colorado Springs, CO ..$12,000 Wade Kreutzer.............La Veta, CO ..................$9,000 Benjamin Robinson......Colby, KS ......................$8,000 D. J. Tidyman ...............Carpenter, WY ................$8,000 Jackie Nelson...............La Salle, CO ..................$8,000 Roy White....................Aurora, CO ....................$8,000 Tanner Fielder .............Bennett, CO ..................$8,000 Tyrell Reynolds ............Tribune, KS....................$8,000 Trey Yates ....................Pueblo, CO ....................$5,000 Adrian Maez................Clayton, NM ..................$4,000 Bill Jenkins..................Rocky Ford, CO..............$4,000 Brett Lambert..............Avondale, CO ................$4,000 Brian Taylor .................Manzanola, CO ..............$4,000 Brice Ingo ...................Pueblo, CO ....................$4,000 Buford Neugebauer .....La Junta, CO..................$4,000 Chris A. Sherman.........Colby, KS ......................$4,000 Clay Adams.................Castle Rock, CO ............$4,000 Clayton VanAken ..........Laramie, WY ..................$4,000 Cruz Acosta .................Cheyenne, WY................$4,000 Daniel Cahill ...............Bennett, CO ..................$4,000 David Carlile ...............Olney Springs, CO..........$4,000 David Yust ...................Del Norte, CO................$4,000 Delbert Smith..............Ainsworth, NE................$4,000 Dick Yates....................Pueblo, CO ....................$4,000

roping with a time of 33.33 seconds on four steers. They earned $2,960, trophy Gist bits, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Buford Neugebauer and Shawn Lenard. Third place was Steve Richards and D.J. Tidyman. The Incentive champions were Charlie Smith and Josh Kurfiss.

The winners of the #12 Gold Plus were from Nunn and Wellington, Colorado. Justin Ungeheuer and Brian Brewster teamed up to win $1,970, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in

Eric Hanson.................Pueblo, CO ....................$4,000 Ethan Cahill ................Bennett, CO ..................$4,000 Gene Holm..................Wallace, NE ..................$4,000 Jeff Clark.....................Casper, WY ....................$4,000 Justin Finley ................Gem, KS........................$4,000 Justin Smith ................Carpenter, WY ................$4,000 Kolten Keirnes .............Fort Morgan, CO ............$4,000 Lisa Garnhart ..............Casper, WY ....................$4,000 Luis Beltran ................Denver, CO....................$4,000 Mike Grant..................Wheatland, WY ..............$4,000 Moe Cady ...................Fountain, CO ................$4,000 Ray Goetze..................Colorado Springs, CO ....$4,000 Shawn R. Lenard.........Penrose, CO ..................$4,000 Steve Richards.............Scottsbluff, NE ..............$4,000 Tammy Ellerman..........Fort Lupton, CO ............$4,000 Travis Crispe................Longmont, CO ..............$4,000 Charlie Smith ..............Brush, CO ....................$3,000 Courtney Poe...............Colby, KS ......................$3,000 Josh Kurfiss .................Penrose, CO ..................$3,000 Curberto Castillo..........Gypsum, CO ..................$3,000 Charlie Smith ..............Brush, CO ....................$1,000 Doc Meeske ................Colorado Springs, CO ....$1,000 Tim Nelson..................La Salle, CO ..................$1,000

USTRC Flex Earnings. They roped four steers in 33.15 seconds to secure the win. Second place was Joey Lange and Cody Rosenthal both from Nebraska. Third place was Alex Schuman and Peter Farner. The Incentive winners were Josh Whipple and Bailey Buress. Tommy Neiley and Tim Nelson won the century bonus.

Eric Martin from Aurora, Colorado teamed up with Lee Lancaster from Bennett, Colorado to win first place in the

#15 Handicap Levi Tyan (Wallace, NE) / Chris A. Sherman (Colby, KS), 28.95 on 4, $2030 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#11 Division. They were 35.28 seconds on four steers and took home $4,800, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tammy Ellerman and Kolten Keirnes with a time of 37.40 seconds on four steers. Third place was David Yust and Tyrell Reynolds. The Incentive win went to Cruz Acosta from Cheyenne, Wyoming and Luis Beltran from Denver, Colorado.

Cruz Acosta and Luis Beltran used their momentum from the #11 Division to carry them into the #10 Division.

The team won first place in the Average with a time of 32.98 seconds on four steers. They earned $4,560, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place was Clay Adams and Brian Taylor, while third place was David Carlile and Doc Meeske. Roy White and Tanner Fielder won the Incentive Average.

The final day of team roping began with the #10 Gold Plus. Barbara Franzen from Carpenter, Wyoming and Brian Holm from Wallace, Nebraska were the winners of the Average and the Incentive Average. They were 40.65 seconds on four steers to win $3,490, two pair of trophy Gist buckles and $12,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second

place went to Gene and Brian Holm with a time of 42.77 seconds on four steers. Third place was Jerry Morrison and Gilbert Lucero. Morrison and Lucero also won the Century bonus.

Brittney MacDonald and Dale Len Tecklenburg won the Average of the #9 Division. They were 40.35 seconds and won trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Andy Keith James and Bill Jenkins. Third place went to Jackie Nelson and Bill Jenkins. Cutberto Castillo and Ricardo Burgos won the Incentive Average.

The final roping of the Colorado Winter Championships was the #8 Pick/Draw. Shane Barlow from Bennett, Colorado and Cayden Chumley from Garden City, Kansas won first place with a time of 28.78 seconds on three steers. They won $3,930, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Roberto Torres from Lakewood, Colorado and Victor Romero from Eagle, Colorado. Third place was Fred Casanova and Nolan Brott from Colorado and Kansas respectively.

#13 Handicap Brice Ingo (Pueblo, CO) / Trey Yates (Pueblo, CO), 29.23 on 4, $2790 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#11 Eric Martin (Aurora, CO) / E. Lee Lancaster (Bennett, CO), 35.28 on 4, $4800 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Cruz Acosta (Cheyenne, WY) / Luis Beltran (Denver, CO), 32.98 on 4, $4560 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Brittney MacDonald (Wellington, CO) / Dale Tecklenburg (Wellington, CO), 40.35 on 4, $5760 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Open Marcus Theriot (Poplarville, MS) / Ryan Pratt (Lewisburg, TN), 38.62 on 5, $1360 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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x2 Productions welcomed team ropers to the Muddy River Classic in Memphis, Tennessee. The event took place February 15-17, 2013 and was held at the Agricenter Showplace Arena.

Marcus Theriot from Poplarville, Tennessee and Ryan Pratt from Lewisburg, Tennessee were the high team back in the Open Division. They 38.62 seconds on five steers and won $1,360 plus ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour. They also won the Incentive Average. Second place in the main Average went to Clint Wallace and Cody Roberts. Third was Brandon Thone and Cole Bigbee.

The Arkansas team of Seth Driggers and Cody Roberts won the Average of the #15 with a time of 28.00 on four steers. They won $3,040, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Marcus Theriot and K.C. Jones and third place was Theriot and Rodney Melton.

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fifth call back position to win the Average of the #13 Division.

They were 30.19 seconds on four steers and won $4,560, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Michael Kennedy and Chuck Hartwick and Lori Thone and Hartwick finished in third place.

Figgeroa struck again in the #12 Division. He partnered with header Jake Pollard to finish first place in the main Average and first place in the Incentive Average. The pairing won $5,000, trophy Gist bits, trophy Gist buckles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Clay Tilley and Ryan Pratt and third place went to Lori Thone and Kenny Brown.

Ryan Pratt struck again in the #12 Gold Plus. He teamed up with header Bubba Barlow to win first place in the Average.

They roped four steers in 29.06 seconds and won $3,380, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place went to Todd Southerland and Adam Brown, and third place went to Michael Kennedy and Brown. Lane

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#15 Handicap Seth Driggers (Pearcy, AR) / Cody Roberts (Norman, AR), 28 on 4, $3040 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Coleman and Billy Griswell won the Incentive Average.

Sheller from Troy, Missouri were first place in the Average after Hunter Carr and Adam Brown from Arkansas were high roping four steers in 42.62 seconds. They won $3,850, trophy team back in the #11 Division. They finished the roping in Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second first place with a time of 28.84 seconds on four steers. The FLEX EARNINGS – Muddy River Classic – Memphis, TN team won $6,280, trophy From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Cowboy Gold saddles, and Jimmy White ..................Hazlehurst, MS ..........$10,000 Shawn Felton ................Dublin, TX ..................$3,000 $6,000 in USTRC Flex Adam Brown..................Beebe, AR ..................$9,000 Steve Reed ....................Jonesboro, AR..............$3,000 Earnings. Second place in the Jake Pollard ..................West Point, MS............$8,000 Steven McCormick..........Jonesboro, AR..............$3,000 roping was Jimmy White and Vann Figgeroa................Gleason, TN ................$8,000 Todd Southerland ..........Greenbrier, AR ............$3,000 Bubba Barlow................Valley Park, MS ..........$7,000 Zach Johnston ................Bee Branch, AR ..........$3,000 Jake Pollard with a time of Ryan Pratt ....................Lewisburg, TN..............$7,000 Chucky Hartwick ............Heber Springs, AR ......$2,000 30.80 seconds on four steers.

Aaron Walker ................Waynesboro, MS..........$6,000 Douglas Henry ..............Greenbrier, AR ............$2,000 The third place team was Bully Figgeroa................Gleason, TN ................$6,000 Kenny Brown ................Keedysville, MD ..........$2,000 Chico Williams................Hollandale, MS............$6,000 Lori Thone......................Damascus, AR ............$2,000 Randy Coleman and Dusty Colby Gilchrist................Florence, AL................$6,000 Mary Ann Brown ............Keedysville, MD ..........$2,000 Stroud. White and Pollard also Jerry Bliss ......................Ellisville, MO ..............$6,000 Ronnie Clendenin ..........Greenbrier, AR ............$2,000 won the Incentive Average.

Emmett Burke ..............Charleston, MO ..........$4,000 Bart Stallings ................Charleston, MO ..........$1,000 Marcus Theriot................Poplarville, MS ............$4,000 Brad Bowman................Nicholasville, KY..........$1,000 Larry Johnson from Michael Kennedy............Quitman, AR ..............$4,000 Brandon Thone ..............Damascus, AR ............$1,000 Kosciusko, Mississippi teamed Quinton Parchman..........Cumberland City, TN ....$4,000 Chase Graves ................Poplarville, MS ............$1,000 up with Riley Grisham from Anthony Fetters ..............Farmington, MO ..........$3,000 Clay Tilley ......................Marianna, AR ..............$1,000 Barker Collier ................Blue Springs, MS ........$3,000 Cody Warner ..................Louisville, MS..............$1,000 Kiln, Mississippi to win first Bill Yarbrough ................Beech Bluff, TN............$3,000 Dusty Stroud..................Fairdealing, MO ..........$1,000 place in the Average of the #10 Billy Griswell..................Ramer, TN ..................$3,000 Greg Steckel ..................Carrollton, IL ..............$1,000 Division. They were 38.08 Chris Sullivan ................Canton, MS ................$3,000 Jace Harris ....................Vilonia, AR ..................$1,000 Cody Johnson ................Dublin, TX ..................$3,000 Jared Standridge ............Dennard, AR ..............$1,000 seconds on four steers and Cody Roberts ................Norman, AR ................$3,000 Jeff Souza ......................Havana, AR ................$1,000 won $6,760, trophy Cowboy Colton Williams ..............Sikeston, MO ..............$3,000 Jerald Bierman ..............Morton, MS ................$1,000 Gold saddles and $6,000 in Craig Smith ..................Gallatin, TN ................$3,000 Jim Coyle ......................Louisville, KY ..............$1,000 Dalton Hall ....................Nicholasville, KY..........$3,000 Joe Jones ......................Macon, MS..................$1,000 USTRC Flex Earnings. Second Danny Shrable ..............Gepp, AR ....................$3,000 Joyce Pasley ..................Winchester, KY ............$1,000 place was Danny Shrable and Gary Sheller ..................Troy, MO ....................$3,000 K.C. Jones......................Burlington, WY ............$1,000 Steven McCorminck from Hunter Carr ..................Gepp, AR ....................$3,000 Keith Brown ..................Keedysville, MD ..........$1,000 Jason Montgomery ........Beech Bluff, TN............$3,000 Michael Puckett ............Norris City, IL ..............$1,000 Arkansas. The third place team Jay Rueter......................Winchester, IL..............$3,000 Mike Cullum ..................Clinton, AR..................$1,000 was Scott Lyon and Jerald Justin Welch ..................Anguilla, MS ..............$3,000 Nat Stewart ..................Corydon, IN ................$1,000 Bierman. Ronnie Clendenin Keith Crowder................Pocahontas, AR ..........$3,000 Paula Knudsen ..............Lancaster, KY ..............$1,000 Lance Little....................Pontotoc, MS ..............$3,000 Randy Coleman..............Downsville, LA ............$1,000 and Douglas Henry won the Lane Coleman................Downsville, LA ............$3,000 Rodney Melton ..............Wilburton, OK ............$1,000 Incentive Average.

Larry Johnson ................Kosciusko, MS ............$3,000 Ronnie Foshee ..............Russellville, AR............$1,000 Sunday morning at the Lyndon Green ................Benton, AR ................$3,000 Savannah Warner ..........Red Bank, TN ..............$1,000 Nolen Lanius..................Cottontown, TN............$3,000 Scott Lyon ....................Canton, MS ................$1,000 Muddy River Classic began Riley Grisham ................Kiln, MS......................$3,000 T.J. Coleman ..................Shuqualak, MS ............$1,000 with the #10 Gold Plus Seth Driggers ................Pearcy, AR ..................$3,000 Travis Holland ................Damascus, AR ............$1,000 Division. Jay Rueter from Winchester, Illinois and Gary SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 63

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place in the roping was Jimmy White and Aaron Walker from Mississippi. They also won second in the Incentive Average.

Third place went to Bubba Barlow and Chico Williams. The Incentive winners were Bully Figgeroa and Jerry Bliss.

In the #9 Division the winners were from Tennessee. Craig Smith from Gallatin and Nolen Lanius from Cottontown teamed up and caught four steers in 37.29 seconds to win the Average.

They took home $6,970, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Justin Welch and Chico Williams both from Mississippi. The third place finishers

were Keith Crowder and Steve Reed. The Mississippi team of Chris Sullivan and Barker Collier won the Incentive Average.

Alabama’s Colby Gilchrist teamed up with Tennessee heeler Bill Yarbrough to win first place in the final roping of the Muddy River Classic, the #8 Pick/Draw. The pairing won $4,420, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Jason Montgomery and Lyndon Green. They were 29.21 seconds on three and won $2,940, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Third place was Zach Johnston and Colton Williams.

#13 Handicap Quinton Parchman (Cumberland City, TN) / Vann Figgeroa (Gleason, TN), 30.19 on 4, $4560 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#12 Jake Pollard (West Point, MS) / Vann Figgeroa (Gleason, TN), 32.21 on 4, $4600 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#11 Hunter Carr (Gepp, AR) / Adam Brown (Beebe, AR), 28.84 on 4, $6280 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#10 Larry Johnson (Kosciusko, MS) / Riley Grisham (Kiln, MS), 38.08 on 4, $6760 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Craig Smith (Gallatin, TN) / Nolen Lanius (Cottontown, TN), 37.29 on 4, $6970 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Colby Gilchrist (Florence, AL) / Bill Yarbrough (Beech Bluff, TN), 27.82 on 3, $4420 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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East Texas Championships $286,590 $190,395 $19,331 73.2%

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he East Texas Championships got underway on February 15, 2013 and concluded on the 17th. The event took place at Henderson County Fair Park in Athens, Texas and welcomed a slew of ropers.

The team roping action began with the Open Division. Tyler Wade from Terrell, Texas and Dustin Davis from Texarkana, Arkansas were the third high team back to the short round.

They caught their final steer in 11.98 seconds to put them in first place with a time of 43.40 seconds on five steers. They had two teams to sweat and both teams included heeler Kinney Dale Harrell. The second call back was Kaleb Driggers and Harrell, but a broken barrier and a wave off took them out of

the money. The high team back was Tyler Wade and Harrell, but Harrell lost his rope, thus giving the win of the roping to Wade and Davis. The pair took home $1,902, trophy Gist bits and ten points for the Priefert US Open. Second place was Cole Wheeler and Wesley Thorp and third place went to Cody Holmes and Kolby Miller. Holmes and Miller also won the Incentive Average.

Trent Tatom teamed up with Tyler Sieber to qualify to the short round in the fifth call back in the #15 Handicap. The Whitehouse, Texas team finished the roping with a time of 28.45 seconds on four steers and placed first in the Average.

They won $3,700, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex

Open Tyler Wade (Terrell, TX) / Dustin Davis (Texarkana, AR), 43.4 on 5, $1902 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#15 Handicap Trent Tatom (Whitehouse, TX) / Tyler Sieber (Whitehouse, TX), 28.45 on 4, $3700 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

FLEX EARNINGS – East Texas Championships – Athens, TX From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping)

Earnings. Second place in the roping went to Garrett Busby from Millsap, Texas and Shawn Darnall from Deleon, Texas.

Third place was Gibbs Keeton and Josh Debord.

In the #13 Division the team of Cody Holmes from Keatchie, Louisiana and Corey Sparks from Coushatta, Louisiana came from the third call back position to win the Average.

They won $4,494, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Reba Gonzales from Huntsville, Texas and Ty Arnold from Midway, Texas.

Third place went to Randy Weaver and Joe Mattern.

The final of the first day was the #12 Division. Richard Chaves from Combine, Texas and Coy Brittain from Rockwall, Texas were third call back. They were 8.84 seconds on their final steer and finished the roping with a time of 34.66 seconds on four steers. They ended up first place and took home $5,528, trophy Martin saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Duncan Nash and

Andrew Hill ......................Corsicana, TX ............$7,000 Charles Holmes ................Gilmer, TX ................$6,000 Darren Stoner ..................Fairfield, TX ..............$6,000 Paul Rumbo ....................Lindale, TX ................$6,000 Ron Massey......................Mabank, TX ..............$6,000 Tanner Slagle ..................Commerce, TX ..........$6,000 Tyler Bach........................Rhome, TX ................$6,000 Andy Anaya......................Canton, TX ................$4,000 Cody Holmes....................Keatchie, LA..............$4,000 Coy Brittain......................Rockwall, TX..............$4,000 E.R. Scogin ......................Frierson, LA ..............$4,000 Jason Smith......................Fairfield, TX ..............$4,000 Scott Klenk ......................Bedias, TX ................$4,000 Terry Hagen ....................Mexia, TX ..................$4,000 Trent Tatom ......................Whitehouse, TX..........$4,000 Arch Maples ....................New Waverly, TX ........$3,000 Benji Hubbard..................Grandview, TX ..........$3,000 Beth Looney ....................Pilot Point, TX............$3,000 Butch Myers ....................Athens, TX ................$3,000 Carl Billingsley ................Henderson, TX ..........$3,000 Chandler Calvin................Cooper, TX ................$3,000 Chip Johnson....................Shreveport, LA ..........$3,000 Colton Johnson ................Shreveport, LA ..........$3,000 Corey Sparks ....................Coushatta, LA ..........$3,000 Dale Martin......................Alba, TX ....................$3,000 Duncan Nash....................Marshall, TX ..............$3,000 Eric Hart ..........................Mt. Pleasant, TX ........$3,000 Ernesto Salazar ................Dallas, TX..................$3,000 Gayland Hubbard ............Godley, TX ................$3,000 Heriberto Adan ................Eagle Pass, TX ..........$3,000 Jace Baker ......................Mt. Pleasant, TX ........$3,000 James Thompson ..............Gladewater, TX ..........$3,000 Jeff Derrick ......................Omaha, TX ................$3,000 Jim Davenport ..................Palestine, TX..............$3,000 Joe Rittenbaugh................Mount Calm, TX ........$3,000 Justin McCright ................Azle, TX ....................$3,000 Katie Foulk ......................Craig, CO..................$3,000 Katy Jameson ..................Pilot Point, TX............$3,000 Marty Johnson ..................Huntsville, TX ............$3,000 Richard Chaves ................Combine, TX..............$3,000 Riley Lambert ..................Bowie, TX..................$3,000 Ron Randall ....................Jena, LA....................$3,000 Sam LeNoir......................Groesbeck, TX............$3,000 Tony Brackens ..................Fairfield, TX ..............$3,000 Tracey Cearley ..................Conroe, TX ................$3,000 Tucker Menz ....................Boerne, TX ................$3,000

Ty Lockhart ......................Dublin, TX ................$3,000 Tyler Sieber ......................Whitehouse, TX..........$3,000 Wayne Bartee ..................New Waverly, TX ........$3,000 West Benson ....................Celina, TX..................$3,000 Wyatt Bray ......................Granbury, TX..............$3,000 Chance Thiessen................Elk City, OK ..............$2,000 Hootie Cornett..................Bryan, TX ..................$2,000 Kolby Miller......................Alba, TX ....................$2,000 Reba Gonzales..................Huntsville, TX ............$2,000 Bill Shamburger ..............Fairfield, TX ..............$1,000 Bobbie R. Chandler ..........Kaufman, TX..............$1,000 Brandy Tipton ..................Bullard, TX ................$1,000 Brody Bellett ....................Silsbee, TX ................$1,000 Chad Lee ........................Mount Veron, TX ........$1,000 Chad Scott ......................Terrell, TX..................$1,000 Clay Sieber ......................Troup, TX ..................$1,000 Clint McCaffety ................Forney, TX ................$1,000 Cole Parmer ....................Nacogdoches, TX........$1,000 Cooper Vandiver................Fairfield, TX ..............$1,000 Curtis Park ......................Huntsville, TX ............$1,000 David McCaffety ..............Hockley, TX................$1,000 Dryce Stoner ....................Fairfield, TX ..............$1,000 Garrett Busby ..................Millsap, TX ................$1,000 Gibbs Keeton....................Ivanhoe, TX ..............$1,000 J.W. Cotton ......................Wills Point, TX ..........$1,000 Joe Mattern ......................Plantersville, TX ........$1,000 John Coltharp ..................Stephenville, TX ........$1,000 Josh Bonner ....................Chatfield, TX..............$1,000 Josh Debord ....................Bryan, TX ..................$1,000 Josh Fulgham ..................Brownsboro, TX ........$1,000 Justin Holman ..................Longview, TX ............$1,000 Kelly Tuley ........................Red Oak, TX ..............$1,000 Michael Nash ..................Marshall, TX ..............$1,000 Michael Riggins ................Nacogdoches, TX........$1,000 Mike Green ......................Bryan, TX ..................$1,000 Monte Starns....................Midway, TX................$1,000 Paden Bray ......................Granbury, TX..............$1,000 Randy Weaver ..................Montgomery, TX ........$1,000 Sam Massey ....................Wills Point, TX ..........$1,000 Samantha Alexander ........Midway, TX................$1,000 Shawn Darnall..................De Leon, TX ..............$1,000 Steve Phillips ..................Barry, TX ..................$1,000 Troy Applegate ................Celina, TX..................$1,000 Ty Arnold ........................Midway, TX................$1,000 Tyler Sullivan....................Dayton, TX ................$1,000 Vance Walters ..................Cayuga, TX................$1,000

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Clay Sieber and third place was Josh Fulgham and Andy Anaya.

Reba Gonzales and Tyler Sullivan won the Incentive Average.

The second day of the East Texas Championships began with the #12 Gold Plus Division. West Benson from Celina, Texas and Dale Martin from Alba, Texas came from the sixth call back position to win first place in the Average. They were 34.52 seconds on four steers and won $3,354, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Sam LeNoir and Andy Anaya with a time of 37.35 seconds on four steers. Third place went to Tony Brackens and Darren Stoner. Professional New York Jet football player Jason Smith teamed up with his father-in-law Darren Stoner to win first place in the Incentive Average. The duo won $1,796, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Tyler Bach from Rhome, Texas dominated the #11 Division.

He partnered up with Duncan Nash and Wyatt Bray to finish first and second in the main Average. Nash and Bach were 35.39 seconds on four steers and won $6,638, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Bray and Bach were 36.60 seconds on four steers and won $4,426 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Third place went to Vance Walters and Andrew Hill. Brian Kennedy and Hottie Cornett won the Incentive Average.

Chip and Colton Johnson from Shreveport, Louisiana were the high team back in the #10 Division. They were 8.38 seconds in the short round and finished the roping in first place with a time of 32.16 on four steers. They won $7,220, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place was Tucker Menz and Chandler Calvin and third place went to Brandy Tipton and Coy Brittain. David and Clint

McCaffety won the Incentive Average with a time of 27.29 seconds on three steers.

The Final Day of the East Texas Championships began with the #10 Gold Plus Division. Wayne Bartee from New Waverly, Texas and heeler Marty Johnson from Huntsville, Texas were high team back. They finished the roping in first place with a time of 37.08 seconds on four steers. The duo won $4,710, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Arch Maples and Scott Klenk with a time of 39.23 seconds on four steers. Third place was Paul Rumbo and Ron Massey. Ernesto Salazar and Heriberto Adan won the Incentive Average and fourth place in the main Average. They won $3,198, trophy Gist buckles, and $12,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

The winners of the #9 Division were Charles Homes from Gilmer, Texas and Carl Billingsley from Henderson, Texas. They were 39.58 seconds on four steers and won $7,910, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Beth Looney and Riley Lambert and third place was the team of Ty Lockhart and James Thompson.

Benji Hubbard from Grandview, Texas and Gayland Hubbard from Godley, Texas won the Incentive Average.

The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. The team of Katie Foulk from Craig, Colorado and Terry Hagen from Mexia, Texas was second high team back. They finished the roping with a time of 27.16 seconds on three steers. They won $4,328, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Tanner Slagle from Commerce, Texas and Joe Rittenbaugh from Mount Calm, Texas. Third place went to Jace Baker and Jeff Derrick.

#13 Handicap Cody Holmes (Keatchie, LA) / Corey Sparks (Coushatta, LA), 33.99 on 4, $4494 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#12 Richard Chaves (Combine, TX) / Coy Brittain (Rockwall, TX), 34.66 on 4, $5528 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#10 Chip Johnson (Shreveport, LA) / Colton Johnson (Shreveport, LA), 32.16 on 4, $7220 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Katie Foulk (Craig, CO) / Terry Hagen (Mexia, TX), 27.16 on 3, $4328 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Charles Holmes (Gilmer, TX) / Carl Billingsley (Henderson, TX), 39.58 on 4, $7910 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Hawaii Championships $120,210 $87,578 $9,714 80.9%

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he Hawaii Championships is always a favorite event for its competitors. The event is held over President’s Day weekend, February 14-18, 2013 and takes place at the Anderson Indoor Arena near Kamuela, Hawaii. Producer Brian Anderson welcomed team ropers from the mainland, from Canada and even from Australia to experience some USTRC team roping island style.

The team roping action began on Friday, February 15 with the #11 Division. Macey and Keola Loando from Kailua Kona, Hawaii teamed up to win first place in the Average. They were 33.45 seconds on four steers and won $3,186, trophy Gist 74 / APRIL 2013

buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. The team also won the Incentive Average. Second place in the main Average went to Macey Loando and J.C. Cabral and third place was Rory Souza and Michael Patrick Kamakana.

The second roping of the day was the #10 Division. Levi Rita from Haleiwa, Hawaii and Kelly Boy Medeiros from Kailua Kona, Hawaii were the champions of the roping. They were 37.57 seconds on four steers and took home $3,880, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place and the Incentive win went to Michael Smith from Kurtistown, Hawaii and Keola Loando. Third place in the Average was

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FLEX EARNINGS – Hawaii Championships – Kamuela, HI From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Bob Farias........................Kilauea, HI..............$13,000 Roger Kaiwi Machen ........Captain Cook, HI ....$12,000 Kelly Boy J. Medeiros ........Kailua Kona, HI ........$9,000 Keola Loando ..................Kailua Kona, HI ........$9,000 Kevin Hill ........................Kailua Kona, HI ........$8,000 Ken Miranda ....................Honokaa, HI..............$7,000 Rex Kamakana ................Kaunakakai, HI..........$7,000 Gilbert Smith....................Kealakekua, HI..........$6,000 Hailey Onaka ..................Holualoa, HI..............$6,000 Levi Rita ..........................Haleiwa, HI ..............$6,000 Macey Loando..................Kailua Kona, HI ........$6,000 Travis J.K. Ching ..............Hawi, HI ..................$6,000 Brad Apo ........................Makawao, HI ............$5,000 Chad Serion ....................Kailua Kona, HI ........$5,000 Lexis Andrade ..................Naalehu, HI ..............$5,000 Michael Smith ..................Kurtistown, HI ..........$5,000 Cody Parker ....................Williams, CA..............$4,000 Jerry Jensen......................Blackfoot, ID ............$4,000 Kainoa Kamakana ............Kaunakakai, HI..........$4,000 Ty Analu Kauai ................Kamuela, HI..............$4,000 Tyrel Jensen......................Blackfoot, ID ............$4,000 Aletha Barkley..................Kamuela, HI..............$3,000 Alvin Kawamoto ..............Hawi, HI ..................$3,000 Butch Gomes....................Paauilo, HI ................$3,000 Chris Awa ........................Holualoa, HI..............$3,000 Cliff Lorenzo ....................Papaikou, HI ............$3,000 Cody Bradford ..................Lanai City, HI ............$3,000

Doug Parker ....................Williams, CA..............$3,000 Jerry Jones........................Las Vegas, NV............$3,000 Kiana UechiWon ..............Aiea, HI ....................$3,000 Kimo Hoopai ....................Kamuela, HI..............$3,000 Myles Miyasato ................Laupahoehoe, HI ......$3,000 Nahe Nobriga ..................Kealakekua, HI..........$3,000 Rick Crider ......................Ponder, TX ................$3,000 Henry Muragin ................Kamuela, HI..............$2,000 Kalai Nobriga ..................Kealakekua, HI..........$2,000 Michael Kamakana ..........Kaunakakai, HI..........$2,000 Nolan Nobriga..................Hilo, HI ....................$2,000 Ross Farias ......................Kapaa, HI ................$2,000 Zanga Schutte ..................Kamuela, HI..............$2,000 Albert Duarte ..................Holualoa, HI..............$1,000 Allen Aku ........................Hilo, HI ....................$1,000 Brian Anderson ................Kamuela, HI..............$1,000 Bronson Branco................Kamuela, HI..............$1,000 Ethan Awa ......................Holualoa, HI..............$1,000 Fern White........................Hawi, HI ..................$1,000 J.C. Cabral........................Grass Valley, OR ........$1,000 J.R. Henriques ..................Captain Cook, HI ......$1,000 Kekoa Loando ..................Holualoa, HI..............$1,000 Matthew Loando ..............Kailua Kona, HI ........$1,000 Rory Souza ......................Aukalani, HI ..............$1,000 Ryan Parker ....................Williams, CA..............$1,000 Sam Auld ........................Kealakekua, HI..........$1,000 Shawn Buchanan..............Lanai City, HI ............$1,000

Kainoa Kamakana and Nolan Nobriga.

Jerry Jensen from Blackfoot, Idaho and Zanga Schutte from On Saturday the first roping of the day was the Open Kamuela, Hawaii. Third place was Ken Miranda and Division. Trick roping superstar Anthony Lucia from Henry Muragin.

Weatherford, Texas teamed up with Wesley Moss from The third day of the Hawaii Championships began with the Paradise, Texas to finish in first place with a time of 43.27 seconds on five steers. The Incentive winners were Ross Farias and Kevin Hill.

Kevin Hill from Kailua Kona, Hawaii and Brad Apo from Makawao, Hawaii teamed up to win first place in the #15 Division. They were 20.91 seconds on four steers and took home $1,724, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Kalai Nobriga and Cody Parker and third place went to Ken Miranda and Brad Apo. Levi Rita and Cody Parker partnered together to win first place in the #13 Division. They were 30.38 seconds on four steers and won $2,332, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in #10 USTRC Flex Earnings. Second Levi Rita (Haleiwa, HI) / Kelly Boy J. Medeiros (Kailua Kona, HI), 37.57 on 4, place in the roping was $3,880 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 75

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#12 Gold Plus. Cliff Lorenzo from Papaikou, Hawaii and Tyrel Jensen from Idaho were the champions of the roping.

They were 38.42 seconds on four steers. The victory paid them $1,619, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Jerry Jensen and Gilbert Smith. Third place and the Incentive win went to Roger Kaiwi Machen and Bob Farias.

The victors in the #12 Division were Kevin Hill and Chad Serion. The pairing won $2,830, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Chris Awa and Bronson Branco. Third place in the Average was Ryan Parker from Williams, California and Sam Auld from Kealakekua, Hawaii. Kalai Nobriga and J.R. Henriques won the Incentive Average.

Bob Farias from Kilauea, Hawaii and Ken Miranda from Honokaa, Hawaii won the Average of the #10 Gold Plus.

They were 38.14 seconds on four steers and landed $1,686, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place in the Average was Rex Kamakana and Doug Parker. Third place and the Incentive Average was won by Roger Kaiwi Machen and Kelly Boy Medeiros.

The final day of the Hawaii Championships began with the #9 Division. The team of Michael Smith and Keola

Loando won the Average with a time of 33.01 seconds on four steers. The win was worth $4,050, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Lexis Andrade and Ty Analu Kauai. Third place in the Average was Rex Kamakana and Kekoa Loando. Andrade and Kauai won the Incentive Average.

The last roping of the day and the event was the #8 Pick/Draw. First place was Nahe Nobriga and Travis J.K. Ching. They won the roping with a time of 25.27 seconds on three steers. They earned $2,190, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Rex and Kainoa Kamakana. Third place went to Hailey Onaka and Myles Miyasato.

#8 PickDraw Nahe Nobriga (Kealakekua, HI) / Travis J.K. Ching (Hawi, HI), 25.27 on 4, $2190 and $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Friday / Saturday High Money Saddle Winner, Macey Loando

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Wildfire Open to the World Weekend Offers Riches to Ropers PHOTOS COURTESY OF LONE WOLF PHOTOGRAPHY

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after Beers and de la Cruz’s steer went year. I’ve honestly never roped very opers get rich on Wildfire Open down. “I was honestly fine with winning consistently here.” to the World weekend. And that second,” Masters said. “We had to be 8 There aren’t many $50,000 days for goes for everyone from the to take the lead when we roped, and I ropers at any stage of the game, and sport’s elite who rope for a living to got out late, then that steer didn’t handle these guys get that. “This is one businessmen and women who work all very good. Jade roped awesome today. It everybody has on his list to win,” week. The 15th annual Wildfire Open to was a great day of roping for him. He Masters said. “As bad as I’d roped here in the World weekend, held February 8-10 ropes great in all conditions, of course, the past, this is a great feeling. This is a at the Wildfire Ranch in Salado, Texas, but it’s important to have a catcher on duration roping where you have to paid out more than $620,000 in cash and your team at ropings like this one.” outlast everybody. This is one of the one-of-a-kind prizes. Winning the Masters and Corkill were in their biggest days I’ve ever had. $50,000 is Wildfire is on every roper’s bucket list. In mistake-free zone all day long. “I was buying a truck or half a trailer or a the words of 2013 Wildfire Open to the just roping my own roping,” Corkill said. house payment all year. There are World Heeling Champ Jade Corkill, “Those steers are so strong you just have countless good uses for that kind of coming off of his first world to rope what you get. You need to draw money. That’s a huge win. It takes the championship in December, “I finally at least half the time on the better end of average American worker a long time put out the Wildfire!” them, which we did today. This roping is to make $50,000, so we don’t take this Corkill won the Wildfire Open to the a header’s game, because of the score for granted.”

World—which is a USTRC Priefert Open and the steers. If the header doesn’t slow Masters and Corkill came back Tour Event—with his 2012 world second high team behind Brandon Beers things down it’s almost impossible, championship stage co-star, Chad because you get to rolling so fast.” and Cesar de la Cruz, but held the lead Masters. They roped six steers in 45.13 seconds and were promptly presented the coveted $100,000 cash prize by Wildfire Producer Billy Pipes; $100 bills tucked neatly inside Cactus Saddlery briefcases alongside custom Montana Silversmiths buckles and Resistol Black Gold hats.

Masters just won his second gold buckle, but it was his first big win at the Wildfire. “I’ve only won fourth here, once, ever,” he laughed.

“That was with Jade in 2010.

Besides that, I’d been Reigning World Champion Team Ropers Chad Masters and Jade Corkill roped six head in 45.13 completely skunked every seconds to take the $100,000 title at the 2013 Wildfire Open to the World Roping in Salado, Texas.

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Wildfire Open to the World 112 teams Round One 1. Manny Cunde Egusquiza / Martin Lucero, 5.61, $8,400; 2. Speed Williams / Jade Corkill, 5.89, $5,000; 3. Speed Williams / Kollin VonAhn, 5.99, $3,400

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By Kristen Spinning

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his year’s Mike Cervi Jr. Memorial Pro Classic was certainly not a roping for sissies. An ominous sky welcomed cowboys to Casa Grande, Arizona on February 20 for the event. When the heavens opened up the rain came down and it may have delayed the start, but didn’t dampen the enthusiasm for this prestigious roping. As always, the Cervi lived up to its reputation as an exciting event with the top ropers in the world.

Cervi producer George Aros delayed the start of the main event by a couple hours to work the arena and let it drain.

“The great asset we have here in Casa Grande is that all that deep sand can hold a lot of water and never get slick,” said Aros. “It has a great bottom, and we didn’t have one horse slip the entire day.” Aros made sure everyone knew they could draw out and get a full refund if they didn’t feel it was safe. But in the end, only a handful of teams took him up on that deal. “Everyone ran hard, they didn’t let up and they were using their good horses,” said Aros. Tony Ybarra of the Pinal County Sheriff’s Posse, the organization that helped bring the Cervi to Casa Grande, had fresh sand and a loader brought in to rework the boxes, and that was a huge improvement. After burning a couple steers to test out the conditions, Aros saw fit to set the score a foot and a half shorter than last year. The barrier was set at 16 and one half, with an 18' box. This resulted in some wicked fast times despite the mud.

Rain returned at the end of the second of four progressive rounds, but with a total payout of $81,000, everyone was bringing their best game. Despite the rain, and even periods of sleet, diehard fans were prepared to stay, tenting themselves with tarps. Twenty teams were

back for the short round. Riley Minor and Justin Davis came in at the 14th spot, but put the pressure on by getting it done by catching their final steer in a time of 5.29 seconds. It was clear everyone had to go big or go home empty handed.

Clay Smith and Will Woodfin, a pair of youngsters from Oklahoma and Texas stunned the crowed with a 5.04 second run, putting them in the lead with only four teams left to rope. The next team took a no time, leaving former World Champion Clay Tryan with two chances to win it with only 0.8 seconds separating the top three callback positions. Tryan and heeler Jade Corkill posted a time of 5.73 seconds, guaranteeing Clay at least one check as they settled into second place in the Average, just after Smith and Woodfin. Next, Tryan and Travis Graves gave it their best, stopping the clock with a run of 5.89 seconds. The pair had a nearly half-second advantage going in, good enough to put them on top.

The traditional Cervi nail-biter was set up; top team back, Erich Rogers and Cory Petska needed a run of 6.23 seconds to win. They knew they couldn’t let up one bit. Erich got a good start out of the box and caught the steer fast and clean, positioning the steer perfectly for Cory to slip in and finish the run in 5.76 seconds.

Cory claimed his third Cervi win.

“There’s nothing better than playing in the mud all day,” beamed Cory as the mud-slathered pair posed with George Aros for pictures.

In addition to the coveted Cervi Champion buckle from Gist, they won Running P saddles, a white tailed deer hunt provided by Driftwood Performance Horses and a check for $11,259 each.

Erich commented, “It was a long, cold day, but it was really exciting.” Clay Tryan

Cactus Saddlery Briefcases and Resistol Black Gold Hats; 2. Chace Thompson / Jett Hillman, 45.69, $37,640; 3. Riley Minor / Brady Minor, 46.42, $32,260; 4. Bubba Buckaloo / Joel Bach, 47.64, $26,800; 5.

Derrick Begay / Cesar de la Cruz, 48.04, $21,500; 6. Tyler Magnus / Mickey Gomez, 48.2, $16,200 had a $14,803 payday with his 2nd and 4th place wins, Travis Graves picked up $9,349, and Jade Corkill added $5,454 to his wallet. The third place team of Smith and Woodfin were pretty pleased to each head home $7,401 richer. Other prizes included Justin Ostrich boots, Bio Vigor, custom breast collars, Renew Gold, Resistol Hats, Mojo Horns horse blankets, and Gordy Aldersen bits.

Four years ago, Cory Petska suggested that Aros could move the Cervi Roping to Casa Grand. That got the ball rolling and thus the week-long Casa Grande Cowboy and Indian Days was born. The city, guided by the enthusiasm of City Manager Larry Rains, along with Dick Powell and the Pinal County Sheriff’s Posse, saw the tremendous opportunity a big name roping like the Cervi would bring to the area. They built an event around it which now begins with an AllIndian Rodeo, continues with ropings for all levels, features the All-Canadian Maple Leaf Classic and finishes with a crowd pleasing Ranch Rodeo.

Despite the weather, the Cervi delivered on all accounts; heart stopping action, supreme professionalism and awesome payouts. Certainly this roping will be remembered by all who were there, for a very long time.

Mike Cervi Jr. Memorial Pro Classic; February 20, 2013 Short Round 1. Riley Minor / Justin Davis, $2,000; 2.

Chad Masters / Travis Graves, $1,200 Average 1. Erich Rogers / Cory Petska, $22,594, Saddle, Buckle, Bio Vigor; 2. Clay Tryan / Travis Graves, $18,698, Justin Ostrich Boots, Bio Vigor, Mojo Horns; 3. Clay Smith / Will Woodfin, $14,802, Resistol Hats, Mojo Horns, Bio Vigor; 4. Clay Tryan / Jade Corkill, $10,908, Breastcollars, AZ Feeds Gift Card, Renew Gold; 5. Jessse Sheffeild / Rhen Richard, $7,010, Horse Blankets, Renew Gold; 6. Tanner Baldwin / Victor Aros, $3,896, Bits, Renew Gold SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 79

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IN MEMORIUM Virgil Ronald Horn

Jeff Sewalt

Ricky Ramos

July 11, 1937 - January 7, 2013

June 2, 1956 - February 5, 2013

Virgil Ronald Horn of Moore, Oklahoma, passed away January 7, 2013 at his home due to complications from multiple illnesses. He was 75 years old.

Ronnie was born July 11, 1937 in Holdenville, Oklahoma to Virgil and Wynona (LaValley) Horn. He was involved in Boy Scouts and FFA and later attended Murry State College. Ronnie married his loving wife Sally Taylor on February 10, 1956 and together they raised two sons, Hoby and Jeff. Ronnie had a long career in the oilfields.

Ronnie’s love of horses seemed to begin at birth. He received his first mare at age 10 which he told of riding all over Hughes County. In 1948 his family moved to Pauls Valley, Oklahoma and he picked up his first rope. He and a friend began a trick roping act which they performed at rodeos.

Ronnie raised and raced Quarter horses in the early 1980’s. After racing horses for many years Ronnie picked up a heading rope and in 1985 began team roping. Ronnie was also successful at raising a few great performance horses.

The highlight of those efforts was winning the AQHA World Champion Title with horses that he had foaled and raised on his farm.

Ronnie and Sally moved their family to Moore, Oklahoma in 1963. When his boys began playing little league ball he became very involved in the Moore Sooner Association. He thoroughly enjoyed watching his boys play ball from little league to college.

Ronnie was a longtime member of Oakcrest Church of Christ.

Memorial contributions may be made in Ronnie’s name to:

Services for Jeff Sewalt, 56, entrepreneur and avid team roper, were held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 6, 2013, at the Cowboy Church of Erath County with Reverand Werth Mayes officiating. A graveside memorial service was held at 3 p.m., Wednesday, at Cedar Point Cemetery in Brownwood, Texas.

Jeff was born in Midland, Texas on June 2, 1956 to Alvis and Maxie Sewalt.

He married Taronna Chambers on November 1, 1975, in Rising Star, Texas. She preceded him in death on July 28, 2006.

He was a member of the Cowboy Church of Erath County. He was also a champion team roper, and a member of the United States Team Roping Championships as well as many other roping associations.

Survivors include his mother, Maxie Brown Sewalt; daughter, JeTonna Gilliam, and husband Ky, of Early; Son, Judd Sewalt of Weatherford; his two sisters, Bonnie Burrus, and husband William, of Stephenville, and Teddi Morrow of Lampasas; brother, Alvis (Sambo) Sewalt, and wife Tawnya, of Athens; and two grandchildren, Vegas Gilliam and Harley Gilliam. He also had several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father Alvis Lynn Sewalt.

December 26, 1994 - December 30, 2012 Ricky Ramos was born Ricardo Ramos, Jr. on December 26, 1994 at 10:08 a.m., in the small community of Las Yescas, Texas. Since the day he was born, he was loved more than words can define. He was the 4th child born to his parents Ricardo Ramos and Julia Ramos, and became a brother to Felicha Ramos, Santos “Sonny” Ramos, and Amanda M. Ramos.

Ricky comes from generations of cowboys. His late grandfather Cheno Ramos was a well-known cowboy in Rio Hondo, Texas and this love of the cowboy way was passed down to Ricky. It was apparent at a young age Ricky was destined to be a cowboy, his love for horses and the outdoors began at a very young age, never leaving the house without his jeans and boots, always wanting to be out in the sunshine. At the age of three he began twirling the rope, his father and brother guiding his every move and by the age of six he was roping the “dummy” like a pro. He would go to local team roping events with his father, brother and cousins and won approximately six buckles in “dummy” roping competitions. He loved the sport.

At the age of eight, Ricky began riding his father’s horse in the arena and quickly demonstrated what a natural talent he was. Once he began competing in team roping events, it was all he looked forward to. Ricky loved having his mother in the stands cheering him on, as she always did.

Ricky won many buckles, a variety of prizes including money, money that he put back into his love of roping. He would buy ropes, horse feed and, only if he really needed them ,a couple of pairs of jeans and boots. One of his dreams was to win an USTRC roping, which he did on April 19, 2012.

Ricky had many team roping goals and aspirations but those were cut short on December 30, 2012. That day the Heavens gained a cowboy angel.

Ricardo “Ricky” Ramos, Jr. will forever be missed and will eternally be in the hearts of everyone he knew, especially in the hearts of his family, whom he loved dearly.

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Riding Herd

by Lee Pitts

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If you order crab or lobster they bring you all those tools you’ll need to crack them open. I love crab, lobster, and I love to work with tools and pound on things, but at the prices they charge for seafood it shouldn’t be a do-it-yourself project. At the very least if they do make you do any cooking, hammering or cracking they ought to give you a rebate. I feel the the same way about “Cook your own steak” at the Elks Lodge. What are they paying the cooks for? Don’t they know how to cook?

As a rule, I’m leery of any kind of restaurant where they make you get up out of your seat to fetch your food. This IN HOUSE CRX’D includes salad bars,PROOF buffet meals, cookyour-own waffles or make-your-own omelet. Heck, I don’t even like having to butter my own toast and if I’d have wanted to wait in line for my meals I’d have joined the Army.

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’ve never been that fond of ribs. I don’t like wearing an apron like a toddler, getting barbecue sauce all over my face, and feeling like I need to take a shower after I eat. Then there’s the gristle that gets stuck between your teeth requiring you to do three hours of oral surgery with a toothpick. It’s all just too much work for me.

I feel the same way about limbless vertebrates. When you go to a seafood shack you’re overwhelmed with all types of fish you’ve never heard of. So you play it safe and order something you’ve had a personal relationship with, like trout. But VSA then you have to carefully masticate every little morsel or risk getting a bone stuck in your throat and having a complete stranger perform the Heimlich on you. Or you splurge on lobster and have to select your dinner from a tank. That’s way too many decisions.

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I love oranges but they are as messy as ribs. Corn on the cob with lots of butter and salt is yummy, and artichokes are as good as it gets, but talk about work! Trying to get to the delicious “meat” of an artichoke is like watching a horse eat a cactus. It’s all just too high-maintenance for me. So, too, is any food that requires having your stomach pumped after you eat it, or any recipe that begins, “First kill a rattlesnake.”

Other great tasting high maintenance foods include olives, peaches, fondue, and nuts, which can be as hard to open as most modern plastic packaging these days. One fancy joint I went in once (by accident) even made water too much work. The server asked if I wanted my water gassed, sparkling, plain or flavored? And if so, what flavor?

A personal note to servers: I have enough trouble remembering my own name so, please, don’t bother introducing yourself. I don’t want to have a relationship with you, or look at pictures of your mountain bike. And don’t tell me what to wear, like shoes, jacket or a tie. The only time I wear those is for funerals and you don’t look that sick.

Having to know which wine goes with what and keeping up with all the food recalls is hard work. And please, stop it with all the additives. I shouldn’t have to be a chemist to know what’s in the food I’m eating. Between all the multi-syllabled butyl-poly-whatyamacallits and all the foreign food on the menu, I might have to enroll in continuing education just to get something to eat. At the very least, to be on the safe side I suppose I should learn the French word for horse meat.

To me, the perfect low maintenance foods that require the least amount of work are hamburgers, donuts, pizza and take-out.

Milk is also perfect, unless of course, you have to milk the cow first. Then it requires special skills. My list of low maintenance foods used to be longer but Hostess Bakeries went bankrupt and so there are no more Twinkies, Hostess Cup Cakes or sugar coated chocolate turnovers. I am officially still in mourning and don’t know if I want to live in a world without DingDongs or Ho-Hos. wwwLeePittsbooks.com

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On the Edge of Common Sense

by Baxter Black, DVM

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t was a peaceful Utah winter morning. Levi stood next to his bedroom window and pulled back the shade. He squinted as his eyes took in the brilliance of a new day. Fresh snow lay like a blanket over the corrals, the meadows and the mountains beyond.

Puffy little cotton ball clouds clung to the peaks like chimney smoke. The skyblue background made it look like God had decorated Heaven’s wall with ceramic tiles.

As if on cue, at the far end of the loading alley, Levi saw a vision. A CR VSA reflection of a fairy tale illustration from his childhood; it was Pegasus the flying white stallion thundering down the alley, snow billowing behind him and his wings spread as if to mount to the sky!

“Holy Nephi!” Levi yelled at himself!

In seconds the vision took shape. It was not Pegasus … it was his 3,500 dollar, comin’ 2, cream-colored with a white blaze, newly purchased, future sire quarterhorse colt!

What appeared to be wings was actually a shiny galvanized corral gate.

Positioned in its exact center was the head of the wild-eyed colt! Levi’s adrenalized dilated pupils noted the colt’s trajectory was so center-fire that neither end of the 8' gate was touching the alley boards!

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the hired man and reach the pen. The colt had one more trick. He made a pass toward the broken gate, somehow stepped on his galvanized necklace, did a tuck-and-roll flip flop, popped out of the noose and landed on his back, unharmed, to everyone’s relief!

Reminiscing with his wife later at breakfast Levi said, “I’m not sure what we’d have done if he hadn’t pulled himself loose.”

“You could have roped him,” she said.

“I doubt it,” he said.

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The Sports Medicine Stable

by Mark W. Duncan LAT, ATC

Director West Texas Sports Medicine Center, San Angelo, Texas

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here are many things in our modern day lives that, as humans, stir us up, but there are very few things left in life that actually stir our souls. Part of this is the simple fact that so much of our soul has been replaced by our DNA. It used to be that who we were determined how we lived and acted but now we try to determine how we are going to live and act based on who others think we are. I know that to many of you this may sound confusing, but before you tune me out completely let me ask you this… Is your relationship with your horse a part of your DNA or is it a part of your soul?

As an aging baby boomer mine is really the first generation that has ever grown up totally without the basic necessity of horses. In other words, since that first fellow threw his leg over the back of that primitive equine so many years ago we have not only co-habitated

and co-existed, but rather we have cooperated with each other in order to survive in this ever evolving and ever changing world in which we are living.

Although many things about each of us (man and horse) continue to evolve, the most dramatic change throughout the entire process has been man’s recent lack of the need for a horse as a basic necessity of life. I can still remember as a child listening to all of those stories from my parents, grandparents and even great grandparents, and it always amazed me at how many times horses were an integral part of their story. Although it was up hill both coming and going to school, many times that journey was made on horseback.

Thus man instantly became a judge of horse flesh and a man’s horse flesh immediately began to judge the man. In a world of survival of the fittest it was often

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the one with the fittest horse who went a long way down the road of survival.

Those who came up short on the equine end often failed to survive. The horse had become an integral part of a man, a part of his role in society—the horse became a status symbol. Just as my generation longs to imagine life with a horse just a generation or two ago, one could not imagine life without the equine element.

That is why I continue to ask the question… Is your horse a part of your DNA or your soul?

I know that many of you may be wondering what difference it makes anyway. If you happen to be one of those who wonder that, then it is very evident horses are a part of your DNA. Horses are merely a part of your ever-evolving physical being that really has no emotional tie to said horses. As the horse continues to decrease in significance in your life for basic needs and survival, your body continues to evolve farther and farther away from that intrinsic need to be around horses. As your world becomes more and more automated and technically driven, the more your DNA evolves into existing naturally without horses. I know this is pretty deep stuff for a typical Sports Medicine Stable edition, but stay with me for just a moment and see if I might be on to something.

Several months ago I had another cardiac event. It was very similar to the one I had six-plus years ago but the reaction to it has no really comparable elements. Sure, there is healthy eating, no smoking, moderate alcohol and exercise that are very important, but to be very honest I had been doing all of those things to no avail. I was addressing my DNA (trying to change my body) all the while completely ignoring my very soul. “Very few things will effect you more than realizing your own mortality.” That’s just a fancy way of saying “I don’t want to die!” Sitting in that chair across the desk from my cardiologist I learned that my secret to a long life was going to be determined less by addressing my DNA, than exposing my soul.

Now I know I have really lost most of you and the rest of you think I kinda sound like a “Cowboy Jimmy Swaggart” who is fixing to call for your hard earned dollars. But, before you pass judgment please hear me out because in reality I am not preaching to you. Rather I am

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telling you one of the most important things you will ever know. Your quality of life doesn’t depend on what some scientist may find in your DNA nearly as much as it depends on your ability to expose your soul in order to find JOY in your life. For me that JOY is found in my family, my friends, my faith and my future, but it is also found when I am interacting with my horses.

Although they can sense when I am having a really bad day the best part is that they don’t give a horse turd about it. All they know is that I am the guy who feeds, protects, teaches, nurtures and does so many other things for them.

Although many people may see it as a one-sided equine-driven relationship, the truth of the matter is I am receiving the greatest dividends. My horses are not merely a part of a sport that I choose to participate in, they are a very important part of my living a long, healthy, productive life. They are physical exercise, psychological therapy, intellectual stimulation and companionship all rolled into one very distinct package. Yes, my horse is my

personal trainer, psychiatrist, professor and loyal friend wrapped in blue dun wrapping paper with a distinctive little mark on his forehead to serve as a bow.

So here’s the crux of this month’s article… If your horse is nothing more than a tool designed to help you use your DNA in order to survive in this world you are missing out on one of the greatest resources you can ever hope to tap into.

Yeah, I know that my great, great, great, great, great, great, great, great, great, great etc. granddaddy was using his horse to try and out run Tyrannosaurus Rex and I am merely trying to use mine to get to the pay window at the South Texas Championships. No matter the physical or social need the emotional and psychological rewards are the same. A man is a better man if he has a horse in his life.

And, on a personal note, I think a woman sure looks sexy on the back of one…

Until next month may you find joy in the presence of your horse.

VSA IN HOUSE PROOF Good luck… Good Health… Good Riddance… Good Roping & God Bless!

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Boss helped the kids’ saddle and was in the process of saddling his own horse.

“Buzzy, you and June head on to the road and be careful,” he prompted. The kids led their horses away from the hitching post and June methodically untracked her horse by leading him a Choose From 4 Popular Models Call Us Now for More Details! little longer than her dad would have Major Credit Cards Accepted liked. Buzzy, by the same token, led his Choose the original horse off and cinched him up again.

Naturally, he gathered up a rope and for your arena and your horse! hung it over his saddle horn. Buzzy also cinched up June’s horse and from a dad’s prospective it was taking forever.

They were “burning daylight” as the saying goes!

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Boss slammed the barn door shut put his reins over his horse’s head and jumped into his stirrup. When he jobbed the young gelding to head out toward the gate the horse came uncorked and broke in two. Buzzy and June were in shock and turned, horseback by the way, to watch the wreck unfold.

And it was a wreck. The blue horse sucked it up and howled like a scalded cat and put on the bucking horse performance of the year. Boss grabbed the saddle horn and proceeded to try and pull the horse up but the gray gelding was having no part of stopping.

He was in fine form and any stock producer would have been proud. Boss was “pulling leather” so to speak but it made no difference at all.

I had pulled up on the four wheeler just as all this unfolded and I so wished for a camera because it would have had a million views and likes on You Tube. It was a major wreck.

Boss put out his best effort but he is a roper not a bronc rider and finally the blue horse laid him on the ground over in the corner of the pen.

The look on the kid’s faces was unbelievable. It had been a long time since they had seen their dad bucked off and sprawled in the dirt. The minute Boss was off and not an issue, the blue horse stopped and smugly looked back at his victim. Buzzy rode over and picked him up by the bridle reins and led him back to where Boss was staggering to his feet.

No one said a word. Finally, June Bug rode over and her eyes took in all that was before her. Well, you know how they say from the “mouths of babes” she summed it up pretty well.

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Boss looked up and grimaced. He looked at me and his eyes said, “I don’t want to hear it!” He took a deep breath and stood up.

“Here’s your horse, Dad!” Buzzy said cautiously. Boss reached out and grasped the bridle reins. “I understand now why we need to untrack our horses first, Dad! Seems like a pretty good idea no matter how big a hurry you are in, huh?”

Boss never said a word. He reset his saddle, recinched the horse and led him off. Yep! He untracked him and cinched him up again.

“Dad, you might want to untrack him again,” June said in her wise and most sincere voice. “I sure don’t want him throwing you down in the dirt again. Untracking two times might be a good idea with that horse. I’m not going to ride him unless I untrack him.” And she went on and on about how important it is to untrack your horse.

Boss wasn’t about to look up at her.

He methodically led the horse around and stepped up on him. The gelding was done. He trotted out the gate on a loose rein. Buzzy and the June followed Boss to the road and I brought up the rear on the four-wheeler.

It is amazing what kids learn and how they learn it. I suppose we should all take a lesson. Kids watch what we do and they learn from what they see.

We couldn’t have hit home a better lesson than untracking your horse before you get on. Buzzy and June won’t ever forget it and even if it takes a little longer it is still a good idea.

Oh yeah, the steers had come back into the catch pen by the time we got down to where they were. Guess they knew it was getting close to feeding time.

Boss, well he didn’t have much to say the rest of the evening and yep, next morning he was a bit stove up and sore. Ole Gray, well he hasn’t pitched since. Of course, we never fail to untrack him either.

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like driving. You get to see a lot of the country and it gives you time to think. I used to listen to talk radio, but I’ve lost interest in politics so I just drive along in silence. I know if you’re under forty, you think that’s crazy. But if you’re fifty or older, you understand.

Not long ago, I had a long drive to make. I started in Texas, and my destination was Nebraska. By about 5 p.m. I decided to stop and get something to eat. I know you shouldn’t eat fast food, but McDonald’s was right along the freeway so I pulled in. I had been driving most of the day, so I decided to go inside and get out of

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the car for a while.

The place I stopped was somewhere in Kansas, and it was a pretty evening.

I’ve always liked Kansas, with its wide open spaces and hard working people— people who have made a living with their hands through farming and ranching and understand the meaning of a hard day’s work. Those people have been the backbone of our country, and I have an appreciation for that.

When I first started traveling, being from California, I had never seen older people sitting around in restaurants visiting. I’m sure it happens, but I had never seen that growing up. But in Kansas, you see it a lot. So, I walked into McDonald’s and after I got my food I sat down in the back by myself. About five tables away, there was a group of older grey haired women that were visiting and laughing, and I liked it. I have no idea if this is correct, but judging by their age, I assumed that most if not all of these women were widows. This was the place where they got together on a Thursday evening to catch up and visit.

About that time, an older couple walked in. I’m guessing they were in their late seventies or early eighties, and he was holding her hand. They both had on blue jeans and flannel shirts, and you could tell they had worked hard during their lives. He was bent over just a little as he walked, and his gait had been slowed by the years. He nodded to me as he passed, and they sat down two tables away. He told her that he was going to have his usual and asked her if she would like the same as she usually had.

She turned her head slowly to look at him but she never spoke. He said, “Okay, that’s a deal,” and he went to order. She sat quietly and stared straight ahead until her husband returned. He told her that it sure smelled good as he took her napkin and placed it in her lap. He

unwrapped the small sandwich he had gotten for her, and put it in her hands.

Again, there was not a word from her the entire time. He commented on the weather and how tasty the food was as she ate very slowly. When he finished, he encouraged her to eat a little more. Then finally, he asked her if she was finished and took the remainder of her sandwich out of her hands. He took the napkin out of her lap and gently wiped the corners of her mouth. He cleaned up their dinner, and told her that he was full, and asked her if she had enough; again, not a sound. He got up, helped her up, and held her hand as they left. I watched as they got into an older pickup and drove away.

It’s been said that in order to accomplish great things, you have to be committed. You have to be committed to something that you’re passionate about, and that you truly love. They say that when things are going well, everyone is committed. But when things get tough, most people quit. I saw a man in an unlikely spot the other evening that should have his picture in the dictionary right beside the word commitment. The simple definition should be “when you say you’re going to do something, stick to it and see it through no matter how tough things get.”

People are always looking for heroes.

I saw one the other day in the middle of Kansas. He wasn’t a sports star, he probably wasn’t talented with a rope, and he didn’t appear to be wealthy. He was just a man who had made a commitment to the woman he loved, and when he said, “for better or worse,” he meant it.

Until next month, Thanks for your time

Walt Woodard

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It looks like we are getting geared up for another busy year of NTRL ropings! We Thanks to our Sponsors: have lots of ropings available for you to attend from our established producers as well as from new producers that are on board to offer quality events throughout the year.

The Osburns have their monthly series scheduled in Campbell, NY. Ronnie Mullis has a couple ropings on the books in Screven, GA with more dates to be announced.

Scott Elliott has a couple scheduled at Smitty’s Western Wear Arena in Lake City, FL and will be announcing more dates. Randy King is a new producer for NTRL. Randy is paired up with Franklin Thomas to put on a saddle series that will include the events held at Randy’s facility, Rocky Branch Arena in Forsyth, GA and Franklin’s ropings at the Green Co. Ag. Center in Greensboro, GA. Colby Herman and his dad, Kent, also new producers with NTRL, are putting on a series in Taylorsville, NC. Chad Shepherd has a couple scheduled for Sanford, NC with more dates to be announced. John Johnson is scheduling NTRL ropings on Friday evenings before his USTRC ropings. John is having an NTRL roping at Dr. Steve Allday’s arena in Lexington, KY on April 27. Memphis in May will be a WSTR roping along with an NTRL roping. Be sure to see the ad for more complete details.

Make plans to attend the Annual Florida Truck roping in Jacksonville at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. This roping will be May 3-5. Don’t miss out on this event!

There will be lots of cash, an awesome prize line, and the facility is terrific! Friday will be a WSTR. Saturday and Sunday will be the truck roping!

All of these ropings are advertised in the SuperLooper.

Be sure to check them out! If you have any questions, feel free to contact me or the producer directly! See ya at a roping soon!

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2013 NTRL Schedule A = Affiliate; Q = Qualifier; R = Regionals

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13, 2013 Campbell, NY

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13, 2013 Taylorsville, NC

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John Johnson

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Colby Herman

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Randy King

17, 2013 Sunbury, OH

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Eden Park Equestrian Complex

John Johnson

18, 2013 Greensboro, GA

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Green County Ag Center***Series

Franklin Thomas

25, 2013 Screven, GA

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Heavenly Acres Arena

Ronnie Mullis

31, 2013 Marianna, FL

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Jackson County Ag Center

John Johnson

10-11, 2013 Memphis, TN

NTRL OFFICE 423/575-2295 Fax 423/575-2296 E-mail: or jx2ropin@yahoo.com NTRL Website: www.ntrlinc.com

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JUNE 1, 2013 Taylorsville, NC

A

H & H Arena

Colby Herman

8, 2013 Campbell, NY

A

Osburn Arena

Will & Kathie Osburn

8, 2013 Forsyth, GA

A

Rocky Branch Arena **Series

Randy King

22, 2013 Sumner, GA

A

Bowlegs Arena

Todd Harris

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H & H Arena Taylorsville, NC Rope at 11:00 a.m.

2013 Schedule January 5 February 2 March 2 April 13 May 11 June 1

July 13 August 10 September 14-15 October 5 (Qualifier) November 2-3 (Finals)

*Giving away $18,000 and a Priefert Chute at Finals!

Co-sanctioned with NTRL $25/roper Format: #14, #12, #11, #10, #9, #8, #7

Osburn Arena NTRL Series Campbell, NY April 13, 2013 Books open at 10:00 a.m. Rope at 11:00 a.m. sharp!

March 9 April 13 May 4 (Qualifier) June 8 July 20

OPEN #8 #12 #9 #11 #10 #12 VIP

August 10 September 14 October 19 November 9 December 14 (Series Finals)

4 HD - $25/Roper 3 HD - $25/Roper (Capped at Elite #4) 4 HD - $25/Roper 4 HD - $25/Roper 4 HD - $25/Roper 4 HD - $25/Roper 4 HD - $25/Roper- Enter 2 times 2013 USTRC Membership Required. *Must have attended 5 out of the 9 regular ropings in the series to attend Finals.

2013 USTRC Membership Required.

Info and Directions Call: Colby Herman 828/302-3503 Kent Herman 828/312-5310 NTRL office 423/575-2295 TRIAD numbers only

Info and Directions Call: Will Osburn 607/527-8640 email: osburnarena@aol.com TRIAD numbers only

UPCOMING EVENTS Bowlegs Arena Sumner, GA April 6, 2013

Eleven Bar East Ranch Sanford, NC

Books open at 9:00 a.m. Close at 9:45 sharp on first roping.

Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Dates: April 6, June 22, July 13, August 17, September 21, October 19, December 7

Future Date - May 4-5, 2013

#10 Slide Draw 5 for $150/roper - 3 head, After draw 5 can enter 5 more picks for $30/roper #7 (#4 cap) Pick 1/Draw 1 for $60/roper - Enter 8 times - 3 head

#13 Handicap $40/roper - Enter 8 times - 4 head #8 (Elite #4 cap) Pick 1/Draw 1 for $60/roper - Enter 8 times - 3 Head

#11 Slide Pick 1/Draw 1 for $70/roper - Enter 8 times - 4 head #9 (Elite #5 cap) $35/roper - Enter 8 times - 4 head

2013 USTRC Membership Required.

For more information: Bowlegs 229/317-3862 Todd Harris 478/447-5310 TRIAD numbers only

April 6-7, 2013 Sign up at 9:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

#14 4 HD, $40/roper, Enter 6 times #12 4 HD, $40/roper, Enter 6 times #10 4 HD, $40/roper, Enter 6 times #9 3 HD, $30/roper, Enter 6 times #8 3 HD, $30/roper, Enter 6 times

#13 4 HD, $40/roper, Enter 6 times #11 4 HD, $40/roper, Enter 6 times #10 4 HD, $40/roper, Enter 6 times #9 3 HD, $30/roper, Enter 6 times #8 3 HD, $30/roper, Enter 6 times

#7 3 HD, $30/roper, Enter 6 times

#7 3 HD, $30/roper, Enter 6 times

• NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st through 5th in all ropings • 2805 Lower Moncure Road, Sanford, NC 27330.

Directions at 11bareastranch.com • Stalls and camper hookups available. Contact Chad Shepherd at 813/477-4740 or e-mail helmsrfh5@aol.com to reserve.

• Food available on-site. Information updates posted on the Eleven Bar East Ranch website • Negative coggins required For More Info and Directions: Chad Shepherd 813/477-4740 www.11bareastranch.com 2013 USTRC Membership Required TRIAD numbers only

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Heavenly Acres Covered Arena and Restaurant April 27, 2013 - Screven, GA

Smitty’s Western Wear Arena April 27, 2013 - Lake City, FL Future Date - TBA Books open at 9:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Future Dates - April, 27 and May, 25 Books open at 9:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

All ropings pick or draw #12 4-head - PA 1 - $35/roper #11 4-head - PA 1 - $35/roper #10 4-head - PA 1 - $35/roper #9 Capped at #5 - 4-head - PA 1 - $35/roper #8 Capped at #4 - 4-head - PA 1 - $35/roper

#13 Slide up and down #12 #11 #10 #9 #8

We also have stalls and hookup rentals Round Robin every Friday night at 7:00 p.m.

4761 Hwy 203, Screven, GA 31560

NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st and 2nd in Average of all ropings.

2013 USTRC Membership Required.

For more information contact: Ronnie Mullis 612/579-6967 and leave a message TRIAD numbers only

2013 USTRC Membership Required.

For more info and Directions: Scott Elliott 386/867-1299 TRIAD numbers only

All ropings are $35/roper

UPCOMING EVENTS NTRL Saddle Series Liberty, KY Ropings held at Rocky Branch Arena - Forsyth, GA and Green County Ag. Center - Greensboro, GA

April 5, 2013

Rocky Branch Arena Forsyth, GA

Books open at 4:00 p.m. Rope at 5:00 p.m.

March 16, April 20, May 11, June 8, July 20, August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9

75% Payback - Enter 2 times in each - $40/roper

Arena address: 345 Tommy’s Trail, Forsyth, GA

Green County Ag. Center Greensboro, GA April 13, May 18, More Dates TBA Books open at 9:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Format: #12 slide, #11, #10, #9, #8 All ropings are Pick or Draw - Enter 5X - $35/roper

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2013 USTRC Membership Required.

For more information contact: Carol Knight 770/846-9147 Randy King 678/228-7273 Franklin Thomas 706/473-0476 TRIAD numbers only

VIP #12/#10 #11 Slide Handicapped up to #13 and down to #9 Enter 1/Draw 1 for $80/roper Enter 3 times for a total of 6 partners - 3 head

#8 Capped at Elite #4. Enter 1/Draw 1 for $80/roper Enter 3 times for a total of 6 partners - 3 head

NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st thru 3rd in Average 2013 USTRC Membership Required.

Info and Directions Call: John Johnson 423/340-0640 NTRL office 423/575-2295 TRIAD numbers only

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NTRL by Lubrisyn Saturday, April 27, 2013 Allday Arena, Shelbyville, KY Books open at 8:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

#13, #12, #11, #10

#9, #8

4 head, enter 1/draw 1 for $80/roper

3 head, enter1/draw 1 for $80/roper

NTRL Shoot-Outs to 1st-5th of all ropings.

USTRC Regional Flex Earnings to Average winners of all ropings.

LubriSyn apparel and products to Average winners of all ropings.

LubriSyn prizes given throughout the day to challenge steers! Lots of cash!

Roping Details: #13, #12, #11, #10 - 4 head-enter 1/draw 1 - $80/roper. Can do this 4 times for a total of 8 partners. #9, #8 - 3 head-enter 1/draw 1-$80/roper. Can do this 4X for a total of 8 partners.

General Information: For more info call John Johnson 423-340-0640, Pam Smith 423-575-2295. Cash or credit card only for entries. 3% will be added to all credit card fees. USTRC TRIAD numbers only. Current memberships are required and may be purchased at this event. JX2 Productions has the right to classify anyone not holding a current USTRC card. JX2 Productions has the right to make any and all necessary changes.

Address of facility: 726 Antioch Rd., Shelbyville, KY 40065.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Marianna, FL Jackson County Ag Center May 31, 2013 Books open at 5:00 p.m. Rope at 6:00 p.m.

VIP #12/#10 75% Payback - Enter 2 times in each - $40/roper

#11 Slide Handicapped up to #13 and down to #9 Enter 1/Draw 1 for $80/roper Enter 3 times for a total of 6 partners - 3 head

NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st thru 3rd in Average 2013 USTRC Membership Required.

Info and Directions Call: John Johnson 423/340-0640 NTRL office 423/575-2295 TRIAD numbers only

Sunbury, OH Eden Park Equestrian Complex May 17, 2013 Books open at 4:30 p.m. Rope at 5:30 p.m.

VIP #12/#10 75% Payback - Enter 2 times in each - $50/roper

#10 Slide

Handicapped up to #12

&

#8

(These two ropings will be run together with different pay scales.)

Start time - 7:00 pm Enter 1/Draw 1 for $100/roper. â&#x20AC;˘ Enter 3X in each roping #10 Slide will be 4 head. #8 will be 3 head. $1,000 added to #10 slide! $500 BONUS to high $ female of the #10 slide and #8! $500 BONUS to high $60 & over of the #10 slide and #8!

NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st thru 10th of all ropings!

2013 USTRC Membership Required.

Info and Directions Call: John Johnson 423/340-0640 NTRL office 423/575-2295 TRIAD numbers only

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May 3-5, 2013 Jacksonville, Florida

Florida Truck Jacksonville Equestrian Center Roping 1 NEW 4 DOOR RAM DUALLY TRUCK YELLOW ROSE SADDLES MAYNARD BUCKLES BAILEY HATS EQUIBRAND PRODUCTS NTRL Shoot-Outs to 1st-10th in all ropings.

USTRC Regional Flex Earnings to Average winners of #13, Super 7 Header and #10 Truck Roping Friday, May 3 Books open at 7:30 a.m. / Rope at 9:00 a.m.

#11 Slide Up to #13 down to #9 #13 WSTR #12 WSTR #11 WSTR (Elite #6 heeler cap) #10 WSTR (#6 heeler cap) #9 WSTR (Elite #5 heeler cap) Saturday, May 4 Books open at 7:30 a.m. / Rope at 9:00 a.m.

#13 Super 7 Header #10 Truck Roping 1st 2 head picked teams followed by draw teams.

Picked partners-$65/roper Draw partners-$55/roper (not to start before 12:00 noon) Sunday, May 5

Cheaper fees for truck roping Saturday!

New Priefert Barrier System will be used in the #10 Truck Roping. Very Short Score!

#11 Slide Warm Up • Enter 1/Draw 1 for $120. Enter 2 times. 3 HD, Progressive after one.

WSTR #13, #12, #11 (Elite #6 heeler cap), #10 (#6 heeler cap) 80% payback-enter 2X-$150/roper, #9 (Elite #5 heeler cap) Pick or drawenter 3X-$100/roper-2/3 payback (see ad in WSTR section for complete details) #13 SUPER 7 HEADER with #12, #11 & #10 Incentive • • • • • • •

80% PAYBACK! $40,000 Payout based on 50 Teams.

40 Different ways to win a check. $250 per roper. Enter 4 times. Absolutely 50 team limit.

Everybody guaranteed 6 steers. All Incentives paid on 6 steers.

Top 10 to 7th round (short go). Run slow back.

A no time counts 30 seconds. No Handicaps.

YELLOW ROSE SADDLERY #10 TRUCK ROPING

Books open 7:30 a.m. / Rope at 9:00 a.m.

CAPPED AT #6 • 1 NEW 4 DOOR RAM DUALLY

#10 Truck roping Picked teams/Draw teams/Short go Picked teams-$75/roper Draw teams-$65/roper

• 6 Yellow Rose Trophy Saddles to High Point #6, #5, #4, #3, 50 & over, female

JX2 PRODUCTIONS: For more info call John Johnson 423-340-0640, Pam Smith 423-575-2295. Cash or credit card only for entries. 3% will be added to all credit card fees. USTRC TRIAD numbers will be used.

Current USTRC memberships are required and may be purchased at this event. JX2 Productions has the right to make any and all necessary changes.

GENERAL INFORMATION: Host Hotels: (Be sure to ask for NTRL Team Roping Finals Rate)Hospitality Inn-904-777-5700-$59/night; Best Western Southside Hotel & Suites-904-264-4466-$60/night; Comfort Suites-904-224-5500-$64/night; Fairfield Inn & Suites Jacksonville West-904-693-4400-$79/night; Holiday Inn Express Chaffee-904-6522782-$89/night STALLS & RV HOOKUPS: No Tie-Outs! Terry Keys 865-256-1836.

Stalls-$20/night; Shavings $8.50/bags (2 bag min.) Call facility for RV hookups 904-573-4895 ADDRESS OF FACILITY: 13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221 www.jaxevents.com

• Maynard Buckles to 1st- 5th • Bailey Hats to 6th-10th • Equibrand products to 11th-15th

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• This is a #10 roping with a handicap. No roper over #6 can rope. All ropers must draw a minimum of 4 partners. Ropers can enter with picked partners after entering the drawpot with 4 partners. #6 ropers can only pick 8 partners & must enter the drawpot on all remaining entries. You can have a maximum of 20 partners.

• 3 head progressive after 1. Cut off time in 1st round only.

• Entry fees on Saturday - picked partners-$65/roper; draw partners-$55/roper. Entry fees on Sunday—picked partners-$75/roper; draw partners-$65/roper.

• All Elite #4 heelers and below will get an additional second off their team’s time.

• Points will be awarded to 20 places and fast times in each round.

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Friday & Saturday, May 10-11, 2013 Memphis, Tennessee Agricenter Show Place Arena A LubriSyn Big Ticket / Heel-O-Matic Roping SATURDAY: FRIDAY: Books open 7:30 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m. Books open 7:30 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m #9 Warm Up #11 Slide Warm Up WSTR Qualifier: #9 WSTR Qualifiers #8 Heel-O-Matic Bonus Roping (see ad in WSTR section for complete details) #12 #11 Heel-O-Matic to High Point Roper #10

Prizes: #8

Maynard Buckles to 1st-5th Bailey Hats to 6th-10th Equibrand Products to 11th -15th

ROPING DETAILS No age limit or caps in the warm up ropings. No age limit in the #8 Bonus roping. #11 Slide Warm Up Handicapped up to #13, down to #9 • Enter 1/draw 1 for $120/roper • Enter 2X 3 head progressive after 1 #9 Warm Up Enter1/draw 1 for $120/roper • Enter 2X • 3 head progressive after 1 #8 Heel-O-Matic Bonus Roping Elite #4 cap • Pick 1/draw 2 or draw all 3 for $180/roper. FEMALES Pick 1/draw 2 for $120/roper. Can enter 4X for a total of 12 partners • This roping is handicapped.

WSTR Qualifiers #13, #12, #11 (Elite #6 heeler cap), #10 (#6 heeler cap) - Enter 2X • $150/roper • 80% payback. #9 (Elite #5 heeler cap) - Pick or draw • Enter 3X • $100/roper • 2/3 payback • Must be 21 by Dec. 31, 2013 to rope in World Series Qualifiers. Must have current USTRC card or WSTR card to rope.

TRIAD Numbers Only

General Info: John Johnson 423-340-0640 or Pam Smith 423-575-2295. Cash or credit card only for entries. 3% will be added to all credit card fees. USTRC memberships may be purchased at this event. JX2 Productions has the right to make any and all necessary changes.

Host Hotels: Holiday Inn & Suites 901-266-1952 • Comfort Inn 901-757-7800 Stalls: No Tie-outs. Terry Keys: 865-256-1836 Directions: 105 S. Germantown Parkway, Memphis, TN 1-40 to Germantown Parkway. South 4 miles. Arena on right.

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Big Bucks Championships South Jordan, UT •

April 5-6, 2013

Host Motel: Sleep Inn 801/572-2020

Friday • April 5 Open Muley Roping

Saturday • April 6 #11 Roping

Sign up at 3:00 p.m. Rope at 4:00 p.m.

Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $150/roper 4 Steer • Enter 2x BUCKLES TO AVERAGE WINNERS

Sign up at 9:00 a.m. • Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Capped at an Elite #6 & under only Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $120/roper • Enter 4X for a total of 12 partners • 4 Steer #11 Payout guaranteed at 400 teams, but may increase accordingly.

$10,000 TO HIGH POINT ROPER! #13 Roping Sign up at 6:00 p.m. Rope at 7:00 p.m.

No Cap Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $120/roper Enter 4X for a total of 12 partners 4 Steer #13 Payout based on 200 teams, but may increase accordingly.

Guaranteed to Pay $4,000 for 1st! #13 PAYOUT 1st - $4,000 3rd - $2,000 2nd - $3,300 4th - $1,300

TRIAD #11 Handicaps

PAYOFF 1st Fancy Saddles and $3,000 2nd Buckles and $2,000 3rd Jackets and $1,000

4-steer Average

4th Jackets and $800 5th Jackets and $600 6th Jackets and $400 7th through 20th - Points only

#11 TEAMS #10 TEAMS #9 TEAMS #8 TEAMS

Elite #4 & Under Only Championship • Books close at 2:00 p.m.

• Short Barrier • Slower Steers

• Pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $120 • Enter 4X for a total of 12 partners

#4 & UNDER PAYOUT 1st Fancy Saddles and $2,000 2nd Fancy Saddles and $1,500 3rd Fancy Saddles and $1,000

Farmington, NM 9th Annual •

4th Buckles and $800 5th Buckles and $600 6th through 20th - Points only

- 0 SEC. OFF - 1 SEC. OFF - 3 SEC. OFF - 5 SEC. OFF

$5,000 to High point #4 & under #4 Average Payout guaranteed at 400 teams but may increase accordingly

Host Motel: LaQuinta Inn 866/725-1661

April 19-20, 2013

Friday • April 19 Open Muley Roping

Saturday • April 20 #11 Roping

Sign up at 3:00 p.m. Rope at 4:00 p.m.

Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $150/roper 4 Steer • Enter 2x BUCKLES TO AVERAGE WINNERS

Sign up at 9:00 a.m. • Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Capped at an Elite #6 & under only Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $120/roper • Enter 4X for a total of 12 partners • 4 Steer #11 Payout guaranteed at 400 teams, but may increase accordingly.

$10,000 TO HIGH POINT ROPER! #13 Roping Sign up at 6:00 p.m. Rope at 7:00 p.m.

No Cap Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $120/roper Enter 4X for a total of 12 partners 4 Steer #13 Payout based on 200 teams, but may increase accordingly.

Guaranteed to Pay $4,000 for 1st! #13 PAYOUT 1st - $4,000 3rd - $2,000 2nd - $3,300 4th - $1,300

PAYOFF 1st Fancy Saddles and $3,000 2nd Buckles and $2,000 3rd Jackets and $1,000

TRIAD #11 Handicaps 4-steer Average

4th Jackets and $800 5th Jackets and $600 6th Jackets and $400 7th through 20th - Points only

#11 TEAMS #10 TEAMS #9 TEAMS #8 TEAMS

Elite #4 & Under Only Championship • Books close at 2:00 p.m.

• Short Barrier • Slower Steers

• Pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $120 • Enter 4X for a total of 12 partners

#4 & UNDER PAYOUT 1st Fancy Saddles and $2,000 2nd Fancy Saddles and $1,500 3rd Fancy Saddles and $1,000

4th Buckles and $800 5th Buckles and $600 6th through 20th - Points only

- 0 SEC. OFF - 1 SEC. OFF - 3 SEC. OFF - 5 SEC. OFF

$5,000 to High point #4 & under #4 Average Payout guaranteed at 400 teams but may increase accordingly

All ropings current TRIAD numbers only. Will rope fresher steers in #13 and #11. Slower steers in 40 & Over and #4 & Under. 2 arenas will be used in Farmington.

Must be classified prior to these events. Please call USTRC at 254-968-0002 to receive your classification number. Appropriate cut-off times and handicaps TBA.

Cash or Credit Card Only!

Plenty of stalls and RV spaces available. Call for late arrival.

Zane Dansie - ZD Cattle Co. 108 / APRIL 2013

801/599-1238 www.zdroping.com

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Come Rope the Bounty Steer

Beat the Bounty Time in the #7 and get a Free Run in the #8 Truck Roping

2012 Ram Crew-Cab Dually Diesel to High Point Roper

UCK TUAL TR NOT AC VEN AWAY GI TO BE

Terrell, Texas • April 6-7, 2013 Cowboy Collection Arena $80,000

GUARANTEED In Cash & Prizes for the Weekend!

Saturday Books open at 8:00 a.m. Rope at 9:30 a.m.

#8 Truck Roping Capped at an Elite #4

Saturday & Sunday

Books open at 11:00 a.m. Close at 12:30 p.m. for Saturday Sunday start time 9:00 a.m.

#7 Saddle Roping - Elite #4 cap Enter 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $200/roper Enter 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for Enter 6 times for a total of 18 runs $125/roper - Enter 3x 3-head, progressive after one, 18 second cutoff Limited to first 150 entered teams Payout based on 150 entered teams Call in pre-entry open for the Sunday #8 Truck Roping 1st Saddles + $5,000 on Monday, April 1, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. • Close when roping 2nd Saddles + $3,000 fills - 250 entered teams will be taken for Sunday 3rd Saddles + $2,500 Call 903/795-3937 4th Breast Collars + $2,000 Visa, Mastercard or American Express accepted (3% surcharge) 5th Breast Collars + $1,500 6th Breast Collars + $1,000 7th Breast Collars + $1,000 SILVER SALOON Saddle to Reserve High Point Roper “Great Bar-b-que Ribs” 8th Breast Collars + $500 Tickets available for 1st in the Average • Saddles + $7,500 Colt Ford ~ April 5 9th Breast Collars + $500 Call for reservations 2nd in the Average • Saddles + $4,000 214.600.4180 10th Breast Collars + $500 3rd in the Average • Buckles + $3,000

2012 Ram Crew-Cab Dually Diesel to High Point Roper

TOP 20 IN THE AVERAGE GET 1 FREE RUN IN THE #8 TRUCK ROPING

4th in the Average • Buckles + $2,000 5th - 6th in the Average • Buckles + $1,500 7th - 8th in the Average • Breast Collars + $1,000 9th - 10th in the Average • Breast Collars + $500 Saddles to High Point Youth (14 & under), Girl and Senior (50 & over)

Host Hotel Holiday Inn Express 972.563.7888 CASH ONLY TRIAD numbers only For more information Kevin Blackwell 903/721-0303 James T. 903/521-1511 www.fireitupproductions.com 110 / APRIL 2013

Crockett, TX (936) 546-2467

Trailer & Parts Co.

Trailer Parts & Truck Accessories Huntsville, TX 866-244-5801

The official rope of Fire It Up Productions 903-322-6580 • 713-376-4396

Boswell Asphalt Paving and Excavating Aaron Boswell 903.681.1889 or 817.776.0364

903.677.2292 903.360.1761 Ask for Shack for Fire It Up Discount

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PRODUCTIONS lify For Come Qua als!

Our Fin

RUSTON, LOUISIANA APRIL 20-21, 2013 Sunday

Saturday

Books open at 8:00 a.m.

Rope at 9:30 a.m.

Books open at 8:00 a.m.

Rope at 9:30 a.m.

#6 Roping - #3 cap Enter 1, Draw 3 or Draw all 4 for $100/roper 3-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #6 1st Buckles + Cash 2nd Breast Collars + Cash 3rd Breast Collars + Cash 30 teams to short-go

Cowboy Church #7 Cactus Saddle Warm-Up - Elite #4 cap Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100/roper 3-head 1st Cactus Saddles + Cash 2nd Buckles + Cash 3rd Breast Collars + Cash 4th Breast Collars + Cash

Dummy Roping 5 & under • 6-8 • 9-12 #9 Roping - Elite #5 cap Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $100/roper Enter 4x, 70% Payback, 4-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #9 Buckles to Average Winners of the #9

Crockett, TX (936) 546-2467

Trailer & Parts Co.

Trailer Parts & Truck Accessories Huntsville, TX 866-244-5801

IF YOU MAKE THE SHORT ROUND AT ANY FIRE IT UP ROPING YOU RECEIVE A FINALS SHOOT-OUT!

#10 Roping - Elite #6 cap Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $100/roper Enter 3x, 70% Payback, 4-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #10 Buckles to Average Winners of the #10 #11 Roping Enter 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 for $100/roper Enter 4x, 70% Payback, 4-head

CASH ONLY TRIAD numbers only All Books Close At Short-Go Of Previous Roping For more information Kevin Blackwell 903.721.0303 James T. 903.521.1511 www.fireitupproductions.com

#12 Slide $50/roper, Enter up 70% Payback, 4-head

UPCOMING EVENTS Terrell, TX April 6-7 Ruston, LA April 20-21 Terrell, TX April 27-28 FINALS - Athens, TX May 17-19

Boswell Asphalt Paving and Excavating Aaron Boswell 903.681.1889 817.776.0364

The official rope of Fire It Up Productions 903-322-6580 • 713-376-4396

903.677.2292 903.360.1761 Ask for Shack for Fire It Up Discount

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PRODUCTIONS TERRELL, TEXAS COWBOY COLLECTION ARENA APRIL 27-28, 2013 Sunday

Saturday

Books open at 8:00 a.m.

Rope at 9:30 a.m.

Books open at 8:00 a.m.

Rope at 9:30 a.m.

#6 Roping - #3 cap Enter 1, Draw 3 or Draw all 4 for $100/roper 3-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #6 1st Buckles + Cash 2nd Breast Collars + Cash 3rd Breast Collars + Cash 30 teams to short-go

Cowboy Church #7 Cactus Saddle Warm-Up - Elite #4 cap

Dummy Roping (after #7 starts) 5 & under • 6-8 • 9-12

Trailer & Parts Co.

#11 Roping Enter 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 for $100/roper, Enter 4x, 70% Payback, 4-head

For more information Kevin Blackwell 903.721.0303 James T. 903.521.1511 www.fireitupproductions.com

#8 Roping - Elite #4 cap Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100/roper Enter 4x, 70% Payback, 4-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #8 Buckles + Cash to Average Winners Breast Collars + Cash to 2nd & 3rd in the Average 30 teams to short-go

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#10 Roping - Elite #6 cap Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $100/roper Enter 4x, 70% Payback, 4-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #10 Buckles to Average Winners of the #10

CASH ONLY TRIAD numbers only All Books Close At Short-Go Of Previous Roping

Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100/roper, 3-head 1st Cactus Saddles + Cash 2nd Buckles + Cash 3rd Breast Collars + Cash 4th Breast Collars + Cash

HOST HOTEL Holiday Inn Express Terrell, Texas 972.563.7888

IF YOU MAKE THE SHORT ROUND AT ANY FIRE IT UP ROPING YOU RECEIVE A FINALS SHOOT-OUT!

#9 Roping - Elite #5 cap Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $100/roper Enter 4x, 70% Payback, 4-head Saddle to High Money Winner of the #9 Buckles to Average Winners of the #9

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#12 Slide $50/roper, Enter up 75% Payback, 4-head

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The official rope of Fire It Up Productions 903-322-6580 • 713-376-4396

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903.677.2292 903.360.1761 Ask for Shack for Fire It Up Discount

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P R O D U C T I O N S

P R E S E N TS Sponsored by

Herbert’s Town & Country 318.221.9000 ask for Beau

Athens, Texas Henderson County Fair Park Friday, May 17, 2013, 7:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, MAY 17 Books open at 8:00 a.m. Rope at 9:30 a.m.

Youth Roping - 19 & Under

Youth Roping - 15 & under $150/roper • Enter 1/Draw 1 or Draw Both Enter 4x • Capped at an Elite #5 Entry deadline is May 10, 2013 (must pre-enter to avoid a $50 late fee) 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th

Saddles + Cash Buckles + Cash Buckles + Cash Breast Collars + Cash Breast Collars + Cash Breast Collars + Cash

FIRE IT UP SHOOT-OUT AWARDED FOR ALL YOUTH ROPERS.

No Cap • $200/roper • Enter 1/Draw 1 or Draw Both • Enter 4X Entry deadline is May 10, 2013 (must pre-enter to avoid $50 late fee) 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th

Saddles + Cash Buckles + Cash Buckles + Cash Breast Collars + Cash Breast Collars + Cash Breast Collars + Cash

5:00 p.m. - Pro Am Sponsor Roping Prizes include saddles and buckles

FIRE IT UP FINALS May 18-19

7:00 p.m. - Superstar Shoot-Out Gold Buckle World Champions and NFR Champions Elimination Style Roping

CASH ONLY TRIAD Numbers Only For more information Kevin Blackwell 903.721.0303 James T. 903.521.1511 www.fireitupproductions.com

Global Rescue & Safety (281) 479-1112

Challenge Pen opens Friday 9:00 a.m.

Enter Challenge to Win Shoot-Outs!

Host Hotel Best Western Plus 903/292-1750 Stalls and RV Sites Available

Crockett, TX (936) 546-2467

Boswell Asphalt Paving and Excavating Aaron Boswell 903.681.1889 817.776.0364

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10 TEAM ROPING k & Kim ee Livestoc L y m m o T y b Presented

Bendickson

Winnemucca, NV Indoor Arena

SATURDAY, APRIL 27th Books Open 9am, Rope 10am SADDLES TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS

BUCKLES TO HIGH POINT LADY AND SENIOR ROPER

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NEW FORMAT designed to coincide with USTRC Texas Championships. Additional day added to break up the marathon. Come rope both places & have some fun!

Your Arena and Pipe Specialist

Bobby Harris

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1st Annual TP Ranch Saddle Up For St. Jude Benefit Barrel Race April 19-20, 2013

12th Annual Saddle Up For St. Jude Benefit Team Roping April 26-27, 2013

Friday, April 19

Friday, April 26

Exhibitions 4 - 7 p.m.

Show starts at 7 p.m.

Warm-Up Jackpot Open 4-D $20/entry $100 Added if 30+ entries

Books open at 10 a.m. Rope at 11 a.m.

5 & under Stick Horse Barrel Race Saturday

Saturday, April 20 Exhibitions 8 a.m. - 12 noon Show starts at 1 p.m.

Draw for Pee Wee will close at 12 noon. Draws for other classes will close approximately 1 hour before the class begins. Add-ons will be taken until the first horse runs. Rollovers will be accepted from Youth and Adult into the Open.

PeeWee - ages 10 & under 3-D format (1 second splits) Trophy Buckle to Winner, Trophy Halter to Reserve in each D. $10 entry Youth - ages 17 & under 4-D format (1 second splits) Trophy Saddle to Winner, Saddle Pad to Reserve in each D. $500 Added. $40 entry Adult - ages 18 & over 4-D format (traditional format) Trophy Saddle to Winner, Saddle Pad to Reserve in each D. $500 Added. $40 entry Open - 4-D format (traditional format) Trophy Saddle to Winner, Saddle Pad to Reserve in each D. $1,000 Added. $50 entry 70% Payback in all classes. $4/person gate fee. 100% of proceeds will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

FMI: LaDonna Isbell 256.443.3706 or Brooke Headrick 256.566.8219

at the Longhorn “R” Arena Tuscumbia, AL Vendors for shopping and concessions will be available on site.

RV hookups and stalls also available.

Sponsored by: H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H H

$1 Jewelry and Accessories A Touch of Country Alabama Farmer’s Cooperative All Animal Clinic Artistic Images Bungee, Inc. Centaur HTP Fencing Colbert County Co-op Hillsboro Gin Feeds Jimmy Sanders, Inc. Long Lewis Ford Longhorn R Arena Midstates Stockyards Mojo Joint Northside New Holland Peoples Bank of Waynesboro, TN Phillips Cattle Company Preston’s Western Wear Rockin' Y Farm & Ranch SCA Tissue Spurs Big Fix TI Powell & Sons TP Ranch Tennessee Farmer’s Cooperative Tres Rios Silver Buckles Wear & Associates Contracting X-2 Bucking Bulls

#15 4-head, pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $100/roper, may enter 4x.

Trophy Buckles to Average Winners. $1,000 Guaranteed to Average Winners. #13 4-head, pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $100/roper, may enter 4x.

Trophy Saddles to Average Winners.

Saddle Pads to Reserve. #12 4-head, pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $100/roper, may enter 4x.

Trophy Saddles to Average Winners.

Saddle Pads to Reserve.

Saturday, April 27 Books open at 8 a.m. Rope at 9 a.m. #10 capped at a #6 4-head, pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $100/roper, may enter 4x.

Trophy Saddles to Average Winners.

Saddle Pads to Reserve. #8 capped at a #4 3-head, pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $100/roper, may enter 4x.

Trophy Saddles to Average Winners.

Saddle Pads to Reserve.

KIDS DUMMY ROPING EACH DAY

TRIAD numbers only. Event management will use a 3 person committee to classify ropers without a current classification.

100% of proceeds will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

FMI: Mike Jones 256.740.2929 or Cameron Isbell 256.483.8134 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 119

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S&S ROPINGS

presents the

2013 Pat & Janet Clawson Memorial Team Roping Chisholm Trail Pavilion Enid, Oklahoma Saturday â&#x20AC;˘ April 20, 2013 10:00 a.m. #13 Pick/Draw Handicapped Books open at 8:00 a.m.

Close at 9:30 a.m. SHARP! 4 head, progressive on 1 $100/roper, enter 1, draw 2 You may enter 3 times for a total of 9 runs AFTER THE DRAW IS POSTED YOU MAY ENTER WITH A PARTNER OF YOUR CHOICE FOR $40/ROPER. YOU MUST BE ENTERED IN THE PICK/DRAW ROPING.

PRIZES TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS

Lots of Prizes to be Given to Average and Incentive Winners!

Rope Bags Gist Bits Sweatshirts and More!

Fun! Fair! dly!

Fast! Frien dable! and Affor

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Everyone Welcome!

P L US

12 Noon #10 Pick/Draw with #9 & #8 Inc. at 11:00 a.m.

4 head, progressive on 1 FANCY $120/roper TESKY SADDLES must be TO AVERAGE You Incentive paid on 3 head entered WINNERS OFby THE #10 You may enter 3 times for 0 a.m. for 11:0 ADDITIONAL a total of 12 runs the #10 PRIZES TO THE USTRC rules and #9 & #8 TRIAD #s will be used INCENTIVE WINNERS capped at Elite #6 Enter 1x with partner, we draw you 3 = 4 Enter 2x with partner, we draw you 6 = 8 Enter 3x with partner, we draw you 9 = 12 or if no partners we can draw all your runs Enter 1x without partner, we draw you 4 Enter 2x without partner, we draw you 8 Enter 3x without partner, we draw you 12

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AFTER THE DRAW IS POSTED YOU MAY ENTER WITH A PARTNER OF YOUR CHOICE FOR $30/ROPER. YOU MUST BE ENTERED IN THE PICK/DRAW ROPING.

TRIAD numbers only

S & S Ropings Cindy and Brandon Smith 620.422.3632 or 620.664.8711

Chisholm Trail Pavilion Garfield County Fairgrounds 111 West Purdue Enid, Oklahoma

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SPLASH OF CASH ROPING Presented by Cowboyslist.com • Produced by Lucky Shot Productions

Lazy E Arena, Guthrie, OK April 26, 27 & 28, 2013 H April 26 - Warm Up Ropings Enter at 9 a.m. • Rope at 10 a.m.

Warm Up Ropings limited to 250 teams.

#13

pt $75/Roper, Enter 6 times 1 p.m. #11 pt $75/Roper • enter 6 Times 6 p.m. #9 pt $150/Roper • Enter 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2

•

Fully Tooled Oxbow Sadd le to High Pt. Rop er of 9 Pt.

Enter 4 Times Max

H April 27 - Splash of Cash 10 pt Handicap Books Close at 9 a.m., Starts at 9:30 a.m. Sharp. No Late Entries 4 head progressive on 1 • Capped at a Straight 6.

Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $300/Roper Enter 5 times max • Limited to first 350 entered teams - SO CALL AHEAD 10 Pt. Team: Straight Time; 9 Pt. Team: 1 sec off; 8 Pt. and under: 2 sec off.

Must have 100 entered teams for Cash Giveaway

H April 28 - 8 pt Layover Roping Books open at 7:30 a.m., Rope at 9 a.m. No Late Entries 3 head, progressive on 1 • Capped at a Elite #4 Enter 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 for $160/Roper Enter 4 Times Max • Limit to First 300 Entered Teams Followed By:

#16 $150/Roper

Followed By:

Open $150/Roper

•

Enter 3 times •

•

$25,000 CASH GIVEAWAY

SATURDAY $25,000 CASH to High Pt. Roper in a Fully Tooled B riefcase Average Winners re Fully Tooled Oxbow ceive Saddles Ever

yone who enters the max allowed gets a ticket for a drawing to get their entry fees pa id.

8 pt Layover Roping

$5,000 Cash to High Pt. Roper Fully Tooled Oxbow Saddles to Average Winners

Enter 3 times

Open and #16 are 80% Payback

Pre Entries Taken April 16-18 at 918.760.4960 or 918.244.6891 Cattle provide by Nicky Simmons CASH ONLY World Series Barrier in effect • TRIAD Numbers Only Must have current USTRC membership. Memberships sold on site.

No Dress Code • Harrell Goat Roping For Info Call: Tim at 918.798.0159; Parker at 918.760.4960 or Cale at 918.244.6891

Sponsored By: COWBOYSLIST.com

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WATSON TEAM ROPING SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 2013 JW Arena • Tioga, Texas Rain Out Date - May 11, 2013 Books open at 9 a.m.

Rope at 10 a.m. #8 Pick & Draw • Pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $120/roper • Elite #4 cap • 3-header • Enter 3x for a total of 9 runs

#8, #9 & #10

#9 Pick & Draw • Pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $120/roper • Elite #5 cap • 4-header • Enter 3x for a total of 9 runs

PRIEFERT ARENA DRAG to High Point Roper of the #8, #9 & #10 Ropings Combine points in 2 ropings only

#10 Pick & Draw #11 & #13 • Draw 2 for $80/roper PRIEFERT ROPING CHUTE • Every roper must enter drawpot 1x to High Point Roper of • Pick partners $40/roper any one roping • Elite #6 cap • 4-header World Series Cannot combine points in • 9x entry limit.

Barrier the #11 & #13 #11 & #13 • 4 for $40/roper • #11 capped at Elite #7 JW Arena is located at 531 Calk Road, • 7x entry limit in each roping Tioga, TX 76271 All Ropings: Handicapped Progressive after one 2013 TRIAD Numbers Only

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For More Information James or Brandi Watson 903/816-0169 • 903/814-7310 www.WatsonTeamRoping.com

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Philipp Ranch presents

TOUR IV

April 27-28, 2013 Groesbeck, Texas Limestone County Fairgrounds Covered Arena R.V. and Stalls - 254.747.2120

80% Payback

H Saturday: Open, #15, #13, #12, Jr. Roping, #11, #10 – Books open at 8:00, close at 8:30 a.m., rope at 9:00 a.m.

H Sunday: #9, #8 – Books open at 7:30, close at 8:15 a.m., rope at 9:00 a.m.

Information On Books and Ropings Saturday: Open, #15, #13, #12, Jr. Roping, #11 & #10 Books open on all ropings at 8:00 a.m., close at 8:30 a.m. for first roping and close at the end of the second round of the proceeding roping. Roping starts at 9:00 a.m. All ropings are 4 head, progressive after one. Pay Average only.

80% payback in all ropings.

Sunday: #9 and #8 Books open at 7:30 a.m., close at 8:15 a.m., rope at 9:00 a.m. for first roping and close at the end of the second round of the #9 for the #8 roping. All ropings are 4 head, progressive after one.

Pay Average only. 80% payback in all ropings.

TRIAD numbers only. 2013 USTRC card required to collect winnings. USTRC membership may be purchased at roping.

Must compete in 3 of the 8 Tour Stop Ropings to qualify for the Finals. (Preliminary ropings before Finals does not count as one of your three.)

Negative Coggins required at all Tour Stop Ropings.

Dummy Roping for children 5-12 years of age.

Free entry at all ropings.

Entry Fees: Open, #15, #13 , #12, #11 - $150/roper Enter twice. USTRC draw in option available in all ropings. #10 - $100/roper, enter 3 times. #9 - $50/roper, enter 5 times.

USTRC draw in option available in all ropings. #8 - $150/roper. Enter Twice. Draw two with a partner or draw all three.

How To Win A National Playoff Spot 1. Awarded to each team roping champion header and heeler at each Tour Stop in each category roping.

2. To the top 3 High Money header and heeler of the year after the eight Tour Stop ropings in each category.

3. To the top 10 in the Average in each category in the Preliminary roping at the Finals. *Only one qualification per person allowed per category. Ropers must attend 3 of the 8 ropings to maintain their playoff position Visit www.philippranch.com for more information.

MUST HAVE CURRENT COGGINS TO ROPE!

2013 Schedule May 18 - 19, 2013 Bryan, Texas • Brazos County Expo Center - covered R.V. and stalls first come first served

ATTENTION ROPERS The #10 is now $100/roper, Enter 3 times

June 8 - 9, 2013 Giddings, Texas • Lee County Sheriffs Posse Arena - covered R.V. and stalls available July 19 - 21, 2013 Bryan, Texas • Brazos County Expo COVERED ARENA WITH FANS FINALS WITH NATIONAL PLAYOFFS AND MATCH ROPING F.M.I. 936.878.2833 on Finals; Schedule and fees visit www.philippranch.com July 20, 2013 Bryan, Texas • Brazos County Expo Arena • 4:00 p.m.

3RD ANNUAL PHILIPP RANCH PRODUCTION HORSE SALE

SPONSORS Team Auto of Navasota Texas Custom Outfitters Navasota, Texas Beard Navasota Vet Clinic Navasota, Texas Weeks Enviromental Thomas Moore Feed South Texas Tack www.southtexastack.com Equibrand/Classic Ropes (available at South Texas Tack)

WILD WEST BUCKLES TO AVERAGE WINNERS OF ALL ROPINGS DON GONZALES HANDMADE SADDLES TO NATIONAL PLAYOFF CHAMPIONS AT FINALS

FMI: 936.878.2833 or 713.806.6012 www.philippranch.com SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 125

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6th Annual

Tripper Rice Memorial Team Roping

May 4 - 5, 2013 Andrews County Expo Center Books open at 8 a.m. and rope at 9 a.m. on both days

Sunday

Saturday • #11

• Open $150/roper • 5-head • 80% Payback

$50/roper • 4-head

• #10

• #15 $75/roper • 4-head

$50/roper • 4-head

• #9

• #13 $50/roper • 4-head

• #12 $50/roper • 4-head

Pick 1, draw 1 or draw 2 for $100/roper • 3-head Enter after draw - 4 more times

CASH ONLY All ropings are progressive after one Maximum of 6 entries per roper in each roping 17 second cut off may be used TRIAD Numbers Only • Must have a current USTRC card Not responsible for accidents or injuries

henry gold plated rifles to average winners of open roping coats saddles to high point roper of each day buckles awarded to average winners of #15 - #9 ropings sonny sylvas bits & spurs to 2nd & 3rd high point roper of each day spyder co. knives to 4th high point roper of each day For more information call: Lance Lightfoot 432.853.7422 • Brandon Wilson 432.661.1159 J.R. Carruth 432.894.6615 • Caleb Matott 432.349.3330 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 127

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M & R Team Roping Productions presents

Cinco De Mayo Classic CHALLENGE SADDLE ROPING

MA Y 4 -5 , 201 3 â&#x20AC;˘ CUBER O, N M Enter at 9:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m. both days

Saturday, May 4

Sunday, May 5

#10 Warm-up Buckle Roping

#12 Warm-up Buckle Roping

Pick or Draw, $30/roper, Enter 6x

Pick or Draw, $30/roper, Enter 6x

Buckle to High Money winner

Buckle to High Money winner

#10 Challenge Saddle Roping

#11 Saddle Challenge Roping

Capped at Elite #5 Pick or Draw, $40/roper, Enter 6x

Pick or Draw, $40/roper, Enter 6x

Running P Saddle to

Running P Saddle to

HOW IT WORKS

High Money Winner

High Money Winner

Each Roping consists of challenge rounds and shoot-out rounds.

To get past the challenge rounds is simpleâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;just beat the cut-off time.

All remaining teams progress to the shoot-out rounds where we start from scratch. #11 consists of two challenge rounds

1st round cut-off time of 14 seconds: Everyone 14 flat or better goes to 2nd Challenge Round 2nd round cut-off time of 12 seconds: Everyone 12 flat or better goes to Shoot-Out Shoot-Out is a 3-steer average, progressive on 1

#10 consists of two challenge rounds

1st round cut-off time of 15 seconds: Everyone 15 flat or better goes to 2nd Challenge Round 2nd round cut-off time of 13 seconds: Everyone 13 flat or better goes to Shoot-Out Shoot-out is a 2-steer average, progressive on 1 Fast time paid in first challenge round Average money paid in the average of shoot-outs TRIAD Numbers Only

For more information call Matthew Paul 505/238-4595 128 / APRIL 2013

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CATTLE COMPANY d 2n ual n An

CINCO DE MAYO ROPING May 4-5, 2013

Bernalillo County Sheriffs Posse 10308 2nd Street NW • Albuquerque, NM

6 Fancy Saddles!

SATURDAY, MAY 4 Books open at 9:00. Rope at 10:00

SUNDAY, MAY 5 Books open at 9:00. Rope at 10:00

#12 slide

#10 HANDICAP

$30/roper • Limited to first 100 teams

#11 HANDICAP

Capped at #7 Pick 1/Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $150 Enter 4x for a total of 12 runs.

1st - Saddles & $4,000 2nd - Buckles & $2,800 3rd - Breast Collars & $1,600 4th - Jackets & $1,000 5th - Jackets & $600 6th-10th - Sweatshirts & $300 High Point - $5,000

INCENTIVE SADDLE TO HIGH POINT 4 & UNDER

$30/roper • Limited to first 100 teams Capped at an Elite #5

#9 HANDICAP

Capped at #5 Pick 1/Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $150 Enter 4x for a total of 12 runs.

1st - Saddles & $4,000 2nd - Buckles & $2,800 3rd - Breast Collars & $1,600 4th - Jackets & $1,000 5th - Jackets & $600 6th-10th - Sweatshirts & $300 High Point - $5,000

INCENTIVE SADDLE TO HIGH POINT 3 & UNDER

TRIAD Numbers Only.

Payouts based on 300 teams will be increased if more teams.

Top 50 teams in short go. Fast time in short go. 3-steer Average.

Points through 20 places. Cash only.

Yolanda Chavez 505/615-5410 Benjie Benavidez 505/459-1818 Hector Ochoa 505/944-6893 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 129

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In order to rope, men must be 40 years of age in the 2013 calendar year and women must be 30 years of age in the 2013 calendar year.

Must have 2013 USTRC card to rope.

Must have 2013 40+ card to rope.

TRIAD numbers only. CASH ONLY! You must participate in three (3) 40+ ropings throughout the season to qualify for the 2013 Finals.

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Fear Not Rodeo & Bible Camp Presents

2013 MAY Men’s Team Roping Retreat Allen Bach 4 Time World Champion

Jake Long Professional Team Roper 3 Time NFR Qualifier

Come let Allen Bach, Jake Long, Justin Parish, Dennis Aaron and several other top level teachers and instructors teach you how to be a winner in and out of the arena!

WHEN: May 10-12, 2013 Check in Friday, 6 p.m. • Check out Sunday, 3 p.m.

WHERE: Fear Not Arena in Springer, Oklahoma (1.5 miles west off of I-35, Exit 42) WHAT: Team Roping School with Bible based seminars and services!

Why: Because you need it!

Cost: $275 - includes meals, lodging, stalls and instruction (You may stay in bunkhouse or your personal trailer.

If staying in your trailer, you must have a generator.)

You have your choice of entering one event: Heading or Heeling.

Entry Form Name _______________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip _________________________________________________________________ Email ________________________________________________________________________ Phone _______________________________________________________________________ Event you are entering: ❏ Heading ❏ Heeling Lodging: ❏ Bunkhouse ❏ Personal Trailer $100 deposit required. Send entry form and $100 to: Fear Not Productions P.O. Box 82, Springer, Oklahoma 73458 For more information call Buddy 580/465-5408 or Kelly 580/465-5410 Make checks payable to Fear Not Rodeo & Bible Camp SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 131

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Nash Arena & Texas Roping Stock presents

MOTHER’S DAY CAMARO ROPING Nash Arena Marshall, Texas CHEVROLET CAMARO TO HIGH POINT ROPER

Sunday May 12, 2013

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Buckles • Cash • Prizes $2,000 to High Point Mother of the Day

#11 no cap J Enter or draw for $80/roper (pre-entry) $100/roper on-site CASH ONLY J Books open for pre-entry May 6 at 8:00 a.m.

Close May 8 at 6:00 p.m. Call in CC only (3%) Call in: Michael Nash 903.930.5095 J Books open day of roping for on-site entries at 7:30 a.m., close at 9:00 a.m. Cash only J TRIAD numbers only J Must have current USTRC or WSTR card to claim prizes J Producer reserves right to limit teams J 3 head, progressive after one J Maximum of 8 runs J Limited stalls available on first come first served basis J Nash Arena: 106 Shadowood Dr., Marshall, TX J For more information: Michael Nash 903.930.5095

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May 17th &18th Southern Colorado Livestock Auction 4:00 Ranch Rodeo Following: Live Band and BBQ 10:00 Horse Demonstration 12:00 Tack Sale 1:00 Horse Sale

John & Sabina Malouff 5660 E Hwy 160 Monte Vista, CO 81144

719-852-9500 office 719-852-2355 fax 719-580-1732 John www.sclaauction.com SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 135

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Tuesday, June 25, 2013 by d e c u d Reno Rodeo Invitational Team pro

Roping, LLC Perry M. Di Loreto

2013

#11 with a #6 cap No Elite #6s

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Due to the special format of this roping, USTRC will guarantee Flex Earnings but personal earnings will not be counted.

985 Damonte Ranch Parkway, Suite 310, Reno, NV 89521 For entry procedures and event information contact: Teresa Di Loreto at 775/359-3000 x129 or Linda Davis 619/301-0905

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Proud Supporter of

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Wednesday ! y l n O s e i Lad June 26, 2013 OPEN ROPING!

Reno Livestock Events Center (Day after the Reno Rodeo Invitational Team Roping)

] $600/Roper $1,200/Team ]

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Proud Supporter of

For entry information & forms call Linda Davis 619/301-0905 or Teresa Di Loreto 775/359-3000 x129 Entry fees and forms are due on or before JUNE 1, 2013.

TRIAD numbers only 2013 USTRC membership required

2013

Reno Rodeo Invitational Team Roping, LLC 985 Damonte Ranch Parkway, Suite 310 Reno, Nevada 89521

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A S S O C I A T I O N

Andrews, TX - April 13-14, 2013 Andrews County Expo Arena

Albuquerque, NM - April 20-21, 2013 Bernalillo Co. Sheriff’s Posse Arena

SATURDAY #15 Pick or Draw No age limit • $150/roper Enter 2X • 80% payback

#13 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 • $150/roper Enter 2X • No Cap

SUNDAY

Cowboy Church • 8:30 - 9:00 a.m.

#10 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 • $150/roper • Enter 2X Capped at #6 Heeler

#9 World Series Qualifier No Age Limit • Pick or Draw • $100/roper Enter 3X • Elite #5 Cap • 70% Payback

#12 World Series Qualifier

All Girl Sidepot

Must be 21 • $150/roper • Enter 2X No Cap

Run with #9 • $40/roper • 100% Payback

#11 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 • $150/roper • Enter 2X Capped at Elite #6 Heeler

No Age Limit Bring 1/draw 1 or Draw 2 for $120/roper Enter 2X • Elite #4 Cap • 3-steer

Books open 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Rope 9:00 a.m.

Books open 8:00-9:00 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m.

For more information, call:

Gerry Tully 575.937.2298 or Malaika Tully-Suggs 817.219.6704

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#8 Drawpot

Must be 21 years old or turn 21 anytime during 2013 to participate in WS qualifiers. A 2013 WSTR Membership or 2013 USTRC membership is required to collect winnings. You may purchase your 2013 WSTR card for $60 onsite or online at wstroping.com, or by calling 505.898.1755. WSTR memberships are free to ropers 70 and older.

Classifications powered by TRIAD.

www.wstroping.com

ualifier Burton Coliseum Complex Lake Charles, LA April 2020 21, 2013 Satu urday

Books Close at 8:30a 9 #15 Pick1-Draw1 k1 or Draw2 Rope at 9:00a $100/roper

9 #13 Pick1k1 Draw1 or Draw2 Enter any rooping 2X $100/roper

9 #13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ No Cap

9 #12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ No Cap

Must be 21 or older in 2013 to rope in World Series Qualifiers (except #9)

Sunday n 9 #11 Pick1k1 Draw1 or Draw2 $100/roper ~ #6+ heeler cap

9 #11 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ #6+ heeler cap

9 #10 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ #6 heeler cap

9 #9 World Series Qualifier*

Stalls and RV Hook-ups ups available on arrival

Resistol Rule: cowboy hat or no hat

Upcoming o Ropinggs:

Pick1-Draw1 or Draw2 Sept 14-15 14 Íź Ruston, LA $150/roper ~ #5+ cap WSTR membership required to ip 2013 WSTRoroUSTRC r USTmembership RC memb ersh *NO AGE LIMIT~70%Payback collect winnings. You may purchase your 2013 WSTR required. 2013 WSTR card may be card for $60 on site, on line or by calling 505.898.1755. *Top 3 Teams Qualify for WSTR Finale purmemberships chased aare t ev . 70 and older.

WSTR freeen totropers *Must be 21 to rope at Finale Classifications powered by TRIAD.

Information: NJJ Productions on Fac a ebook or call Natie Johnson 318-235 5-3622

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World SEriES QuAliFiErS Jacksonville Equestrian Center Jacksonville, Florida May 3, 2013

Agricenter Show Place Arena Memphis, Tennessee May 10-11, 2013

Books open 7:30 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m. #11 Slide Warm-up Handicapped up to #13 and down to #9 Enter 1, draw 1 for $120/roper Enter 2x • 3-head #13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% Payback #12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% Payback #11 World Series Qualifier Capped at an Elite #6 heeler $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% Payback #10 World Series Qualifier Capped at a #6 heeler $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% payback #9 World Series Qualifier Pick or Draw Capped at an Elite #5 heeler $100/roper • enter 3x • 2/3 payback

Books open 7:30 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m. Both Days

H ONLY 2013 USTRC MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED H

MAY 4-5 WILL BE #10 TRUCK ROPING SEE AD IN NTRL SECTION FOR COMPLETE DETAILS Host Hotels: Be sure to ask for NTRL Team Roping Rate.

Hospitality Inn 904.777.5700, $59/night Best Western Southside Hotel & Suites 904.264.4466, $60/night Comfort Suites 904.224.5500, $64/night Fairfield Inn & Suites Jacksonville West 904.693.4400, $79/night Holiday Inn Express Chaffee 904.652.2782, $89/night Stalls & RV Hookups: No Tie-Outs!

Terry Keys 865.256.1836. Stalls $20/night; Shavings $8.50/bag (2 bag min.)

Call facility for RV hookups 904.573.4895 Location: 13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221 www.jaxevents.com

Friday, May 10 #11 Slide Warm-up Handicapped up to #13 and down to #9 Enter 1, draw 1 for $120/roper Enter 2x • 3-head #13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% Payback #12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% Payback #11 World Series Qualifier Capped at an Elite #6 heeler $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% Payback #10 World Series Qualifier Capped at a #6 heeler $150/roper • enter 2x • 80% payback

Saturday, May 11 #9 Warmup Enter 1, draw 1 for $120/roper Enter 2x • 3-head #9 World Series Qualifier Pick or Draw Capped at an Elite #5 heeler $100/roper • enter 3x • 2/3 payback #8 Heel-O-Matic Bonus Roping - starts at 1 p.m.

See ad in NTRL section for complete details Capped at an Elite #4 Pick 1, draw 2 for $180/roper H 2013 USTRC OR WSTR MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED H Host Hotels: Holiday Inn & Suites 901.266.1952; Comfort Inn 901.757.7800 Stalls: No Tie-Outs. Terry Keys 865.256.1836 Location: 105 S. Germantown Pkwy, Memphis, TN I-40 to Germantown Pkwy. South 4 miles. Arena on right.

For more information call John Johnson 423.340.0640 or Pam Smith 423.575.2295 Cash or credit card only for entries. 3% will be added to all credit card fees.

Must be 21 years old or turn 21 anytime during 2013 to participate in WS Qualifiers.

Classifications powered by TRIAD. USTRC memberships may be purchased at these events.

JX2 Productions reserves the right to make any and all necessary changes.

JX2 Sponsors: Lubrisyn Wrangler Maynard Buckles Heel-O-Matic Carroll Original Wear Classic Priefert Memphis Yellow Rose Saddlery Bloomer Trailers Trailers of the East Coast Big Tex Bailey Hats

H MAY 10-12, 2013 H FRIDAY, MAY 10 Books open 5 - 6 p.m. Rope 6:30 p.m.

Open Pick 1, draw 1 or draw 2 for $150/roper, Enter 2x #15 Pick 1, draw 1 or draw 2 for $150/roper, Enter 2x

SATURDAY, MAY 11 Books open 8 - 9 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m. #13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x #12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x #11 Cool Down Pick 1, draw 1 or draw 2 for $100/roper, Enter 2x

LAS CRUCES, NM Sproul Arena SUNDAY, MAY 12 Books open 8 - 9 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m. #11 World Series Qualifier Capped at a #6+ heeler $150/roper, Enter 2x #10 World Series Qualifier Capped at a #6 heeler $150/roper, Enter 2x #9 World Series Qualifier Pick 1, draw 1 or draw 2 for $150/roper, Enter 2x, capped at an Elite #5

Must be 21 years old or turn 21 anytime during 2013 to participate in WS Qualifiers. WSTR membership or USTRC membership A required to collect winnings: You may purchase your 2013 WSTR card for $60 on site or on line or by calling 505.898.1755.

WSTR memberships are free to ropers 70 and older. Classifications powered by TRIAD.

For Information: Oren Mathews 505/617-0627 â&#x20AC;˘ Chris Francis 505/429-0164 www.bigdaddyteamroping.com MATHEWS LAND AND CATTLE SPONSORS CORRIENTE Buckle CO.

T&T Trailers Belen, NM

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USTRC APPROVED GRASSROOTS EVENT Presented by

Tommy Lee Livestock April 14, 2013 Hutchings Indoor Arena Fallon, Nevada Guaranteed $2,000 in Flex Earnings to the 1st place Average winners and 1st place Incentive Average winners in all divisions ($1,000 per roper).

USTRC Trophy Saddle to the High Money winner

Upcoming Events 2013 April 27-28 Tommy Lee Livestock, Winnemucca, NV May 25 Tommy Lee Livestock, Fallon, NV June 22 Tommy Lee Livestock, Fallon, NV July 20 Tommy Lee Livestock, Fallon, NV June 28-30 West Coast Regional Finals Paso Robles, CA August 23-25 NW Regional Finals Winnemucca, NV

Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping October 26-November 3, 2013 Oklahoma City, OK

Action Begins at 9 a.m.

Saturday, April 14, 2013 #15 Handicap #13 Handicap #12 (w/ #11 Inc.) #12 Gold Plus (w/ #10 Inc.)

#11 (w/ #10 Inc.) #10 (w/ #9 Inc.) #9 (w/ #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw books close at 2 p.m.

Location: Hutchings Indoor Arena 985 Sheckler Cutoff Fallon, NV 89406 Cattle: Tommy Lee Livestock Stalls: Stalls available on a first come first served basis Event Info: Tommy Lee 775.741.4523 Hotels: Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com.

Special Rate ID# 00214570

USTRC Draw In Options In Effect (for more information visit www.ustrc.com and click on the “Draw In” link.)

Format #15 Handicap – 4-steer average progressive after 1, $50/roper, enter 4 times.

Top 20 teams to the short round #14 team 1.5 seconds off #13 and under team 3 seconds off #13 Handicap – 4-steer average progressive after 1, $50/roper, enter 4 times.

Top 20 teams to the short round #12 team 1.5 seconds off #11 and under team 3 seconds off

#12, #11, #10 and #9 – 4-steer average progressive after 1, $50/roper, enter 4 times.

Top 20 teams to the short round #12 (w/ #11 Inc.) #11 (w/ #10 Inc.) #10 Capped at an Elite #6 (w/ #9 Inc.) #9 Capped at an Elite #5 (w/ #8 Inc.)

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) 3-steer average progressive after 1, $150/roper, enter 1 time Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 #7 team – 2 seconds off #6 and under team – 3 seconds off Top 30 teams to the short round

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USTRC APPROVED GRASSROOTS EVENT Presented by

Tommy Lee Livestock May 25, 2013 Hutchings Indoor Arena Fallon, Nevada Guaranteed $2,000 in Flex Earnings to the 1st place Average winners and 1st place Incentive Average winners in all divisions ($1,000 per roper).

Upcoming Events 2013 June 22 Tommy Lee Livestock, Fallon, NV July 20 Tommy Lee Livestock, Fallon, NV June 28-30 West Coast Regional Finals Paso Robles, CA August 23-25 NW Regional Finals Winnemucca, NV

Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping October 26-November 3, 2013 Oklahoma City, OK

USTRC Trophy Saddle to the High Money winner Action Begins at 9 a.m.

Saturday, May 25, 2013 #15 Handicap #13 Handicap #12 (w/ #11 Inc.) #12 Gold Plus (w/ #10 Inc.)

#11 (w/ #10 Inc.) #10 (w/ #9 Inc.) #9 (w/ #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw books close at 2 p.m.

Location: Hutchings Indoor Arena 985 Sheckler Cutoff Fallon, NV 89406 Cattle: Tommy Lee Livestock Stalls: Stalls available on a first come first served basis Event Info: Tommy Lee 775.741.4523 Hotels: Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com.

Special Rate ID# 00214570

USTRC Draw In Options In Effect (for more information visit www.ustrc.com and click on the “Draw In” link.)

Format #15 Handicap – 4-steer average progressive after 1, $50/roper, enter 4 times.

Top 20 teams to the short round #14 team 1.5 seconds off #13 and under team 3 seconds off #13 Handicap – 4-steer average progressive after 1, $50/roper, enter 4 times.

Top 20 teams to the short round #12 team 1.5 seconds off #11 and under team 3 seconds off

#12, #11, #10 and #9 – 4-steer average progressive after 1, $50/roper, enter 4 times.

Top 20 teams to the short round #12 (w/ #11 Inc.) #11 (w/ #10 Inc.) #10 Capped at an Elite #6 (w/ #9 Inc.) #9 Capped at an Elite #5 (w/ #8 Inc.)

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) 3-steer average progressive after 1, $150/roper, enter 1 time Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 #7 team – 2 seconds off #6 and under team – 3 seconds off Top 30 teams to the short round

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PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

ARKANSAS

ChAmpioNShipS

8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

Trophy Gist Buckles USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: 23 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus US open Tour points (awarded through 10th in the Average) • 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in options in Effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 12-14, 2013

FORT SMITH, AR

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, APRIL 12

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#15 Handicap #13 Handicap

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Harper Stadium / Kay Rodgers Park, 4400 Midland Ave., Ft. Smith, AR 72904 Directions: From I-40 take 540 south. Take Kelly Highway. Exit west to 50th Street, go right approximately 1 mile. Arena is on the left.

Producer: Denny & Lynn Flynn Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Denny Flynn 479.965.6800 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Comfort Inn & Suites, 6500 Rogers Ave. 479.434.5400. Located on Rogers Ave. just off I-540. Free deluxe hot breakfast, in-room microwaves and frig., 32" LCD HD TV, wireless internet, gourmet Keurig coffee makers. Rate $85 for standard room, $100 for suites, ask for roper’s discount.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins will be required 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

• Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Incentive) $200/roper. Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn • No header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter • 5-steer/ Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-Incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points. #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/ Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

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FRONT RANGE ChAmpiONships

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

Trophy Gist Buckles USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: 23 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the $160,000 UsTRC Flex Earnings #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus Us Open Tour points (awarded through 10th in the Average) • 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 12-14, 2013

PUEBLO, CO

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, APRIL 12

SATURDAY, APRIL 13

SUNDAY, APRIL 14

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#15 Handicap #13 Handicap

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 11:00 a.m.)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Colorado State Fairgrounds, 1001 Beulah Ave., Pueblo, CO Directions: From I-25 exit 97-A, go right on Abricado Ave., then turn left on Northern Ave. Take a right on Prairie Ave. to main gates on west side.

Producer: Rope the Rockies, Jeff Smith and Ike Cox Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Jeff Smith 620.921.5903, Ike Cox 660.425.5502 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites at Southgate (Exit 94) 719.566.1726; Microtel Inn (Exit 94) 719.242.2020.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

• Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Incentive) $200/roper. Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn • No header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter • 5-steer/ Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-Incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points. #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer/ Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

Texas

Championships

10 Trophy Martin Saddles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 UsTRC Flex earnings Us open Tour points (awarded through 10th in the average) Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in options in effect

• 2nd place Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • 2nd and 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

31 Trophy Gist Buckles

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• Average winners of the Open, #15 & #13

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 18-21, 2013 THURS., APR. 18 FRI., APR. 19 9 a.m.

10 a.m.

Open (with #15 Inc.) #15 Handicap

#13 Handicap Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

SAN ANTONIO, TX SAT., APR. 20 9 a.m.

SUN., APR. 21 9 a.m.

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.)

12 noon Saturday

Cowboy Church

Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

7:30 a.m. Sunday

#8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

Location: San Antonio Rose Palace Directions: 25665 Boerne Stage Road, San Antonio, TX 78255 Producer: USTRC; Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Fairfield Inn & Suites 830.368.4167, 6 Cascade Caverns Rd., Boern, TX 78006 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

6 Trophy Gist Bits

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

SOUTH ALABAMA CHAMpiOnSHipS

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 2 Trophy Martin Saddles • High Money roper each day Specialty Ropings excluded

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: 37 Trophy Gist Buckles • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings • Incentive Average winners of the #12, US Open Tour points (awarded through 10th in the Average) #11, #10 & #9 Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect • Average & Incentive Average winners of the (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 19-20, 2013

ANDALUSIA, AL

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY SATURDAY, APRIL 19 Open (with #15 Inc.)

SUNDAY, APRIL 20 #10 (with #9 Inc.)

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

#8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

Location: The Covington Center Arena Directions: 24000 AL Hwy 55, Andalusia, AL 36420, 334.428.2045. From north of Andalusia: Take I-65 to Georgiana exit 114, then Hwy 31 to McKenzie, (it will then turn into) AL Hwy 55 South to River Falls. Turn left onto Hwy 84 East and travel to Andalusia. At the first intersection (Rite Aide), turn right onto Hwy 29 South. Travel 2.8 miles, turn left onto Hwy 55 South. Facility is 1.4 miles on the left. From south of Andalusia: Take Hwy 29 North to Andalusia, turning right at the city limits onto Hwy 55 South. Facility is 1.4 miles on the left. From east of Andalusia: Take Hwy 84 West to Andalusia. At intersection of Hwy 29 and Hwy 84 West, continue 5 miles and turn left onto Hwy 55 South. Facility is 1.4 miles on the left. From west of Andalusia: Take Hwy 84 East to Andalusia. At first intersection (Rite Aide), turn right onto Hwy 29 South. Travel 2.8 miles, turn left onto Hwy 55 South. Facility is 1.4 miles on the left.

Producer: Ed Allen Stalls: First come, first served basis. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Ed Allen 256.825.8171 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Days Inn 334.427.0050. Ask for Allen’s roping rates.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

Sponsors: F.R.M. Feeds Alabama Farmers Co-op Carpenters Insurance Fuller Supply Ben Atkinson Motors Speedroping.com Jake Steer Priester's Pecans Hot Heels

#12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

missouri

8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles

ClassiC

• Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

Trophy Gist Buckles USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: 23 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the $160,000 usTrC Flex Earnings #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus us open Tour Points (awarded through 10th in the average) • 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in options in Effect • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 26-28, 2013

BETHANY, MO

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, APRIL 26

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#15 Handicap #13 Handicap

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Hickory Hill Arena, 27775 East 220th Avenue, Bethany, MO 64424 Directions: I-35 to Exit 93 at Bethany,Mo. Go 1 mile west to intersection of State Hwy 69.

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Incentive) $200/roper. Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn No header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter • 5-steer/ Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-Incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points. #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only

Go north 2.5 miles to 280th Street. Head east 1/4 mile to Hickory Hill Arena.

Producer: Jeff Smith & Ike Cox Cattle: C Bar S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Jeff Smith 620.921.5903, Ike & Mary Cox 660.425.5502 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Super 8 Motel 660.425.8881; Best Western 660.425.8006; Family Budget Inn 660.425.7915 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9

#8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer/Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

SOUTH DAKOTA CHAmpiOnSHipS

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 1 Set of Gist Custom Silver Spurs • High Money Winner Friday

2 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • High Money Winner Saturday & Sunday

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: (specialty ropings excluded) 37 Trophy Gist Buckles $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10, US Open Tour points (awarded through 10th in the Average) #9 & #8 Pick/Draw • Average & Incentive Average winners of the Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 26-28, 2013

RAPID CITY, SD

FRIDAY, APRIL 26 1 p.m.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 10 a.m.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28 10 a.m.

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Central States Fairgrounds, Rapid City, SD Directions: 800 San Francisco St., Rapid City, SD Producer: Steele Roping Cattle: Steele Roping Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Larry Steele 307.290.0743 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Grand Gateway 605.342.1300; Foothills 605.348.5640 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

#12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

PANHANDLE

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

CLASSIC

8 Trophy Martin Saddles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings US Open Tour Points (awarded through 10th in the Average) Ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect

• Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9

25 Trophy Gist Buckles

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the Open, #15 & #13

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK APRIL 26-28, 2013

AMARILLO, TX

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, APRIL 26

SATURDAY, APRIL 27

SUNDAY, APRIL 28

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 11:00 a.m.)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

12 noon Saturday

Cowboy Church

Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

7:30 a.m. Sunday

Location: Amarillo National Center, 3301 East 10th, Amarillo, TX 79104 Directions: East on I-40 to Grand Street, exit north 2 miles to Tri State Fairgrounds. All trailers must enter and exit at Gate 3 on 3rd Street.

Producer: USTRC Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: 450 new stalls. Not tie-ups or portable panels. First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Ambassador Hotel 806.358.6161 www.ambassadoramarillo.com 3100 I-40 West (Georgia Exit) 3.5 miles from fairgrounds.

Ask for USTRC Roper Rate.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/ Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

MISSISSIPPI

ChaMPIonShIPS

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 3 Trophy Cowboy Saddles • High Money winner each day Specialty Ropings excluded

Trophy Gist Buckles USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: 37 • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings • Average & Incentive Average winners of the US open Tour Points (awarded through 10th in the average) #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus Ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in options in Effect • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 3-5, 2013

GULFPORT, MS

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, MAY 3

SATURDAY, MAY 4

SUNDAY, MAY 5

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Harrison County Fairgrounds Directions: 15321 County Farm Road, Gulfport, MS 39503 Producer: Steve and Sherry Judd Cattle: Texas Bar S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Steve Judd 601.928.3218 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Magnolia Bay 228.822.9600; Legacy Inn 228.863.9910 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

• Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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spanish trail ClassiC

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 2 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • High Money winner each day (Specialty roping excluded)

Trophy Gist Buckles USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: 37 • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, $160,000 UstrC Flex Earnings #10 & #9 Us Open tour points (awarded through 10th in the average) • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 4-5, 2013

MOAB, UT

SATURDAY, May 4 • 8 a.m.

SUNDAY, May 5 • 8 a.m.

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#13 Handicap

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included Enter 3 times, $100/roper

#12 (with #11 Inc.) Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included #11 (with #10 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12:00 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Spanish Trails Arena, 3500 S. Hwy. 191, Moab, UT 84532 Producer: Walt Eddy / Red Rock Productions Cattle: Reed & Keith Flake Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Red Stone Inn 800.772.1972 or 435.259.3500, 535 South Main Big Horn Lodge 800.325.6171 or 435.259.6171, 550 South Main Moab Valley Inn 800.831.6622 or 435.259.4419, 711 South Main. Indoor/outdoor pool and hot tub, free continental breakfast, guest laundry, suites available. www.moabvalleyinn.com Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

#15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/ Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

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PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

KANSAS

ChAmpioNShipS

8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings US open Tour points (awarded through 10th in the Average) Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in options in Effect

• Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 2nd and 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 17-19, 2013

HUTCHINSON, KS

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, MAY 17

SATURDAY, MAY 18

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#15 Handicap #13 Handicap #12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.) #10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 11 a.m.)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

2 ARENAS WILL BE AVAILABLE

Location: Kansas State Fairgrounds Expo Center Directions: 2000 N. Poplar, Hutchinson, KS 67502 Producer: Jeff Smith Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Jeff Smith 620.921.5903, wwwropetherockies.com or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Days Inn 620.665.3700; Grand Prairie Hotel & Convention Center 620.669.9311; Holiday Inn Express 620.669.5200

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

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• Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

23 Trophy Gist Buckles

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the #15, #13 & 12

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Incentive) $200/roper. Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn • No header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter • 5-steer/Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-Incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points. #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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cowboy capital

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

classic

10 Trophy Martin Saddles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 UstRc Flex Earnings Us open tour points (awarded through 10th in the average) Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in options in Effect

• Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 2nd place Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • 2nd and 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

31 Trophy Gist Buckles

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 17-19, 2013

STEPHENVILLE, TX

ACTION STARTS 8 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, MAY 17

SATURDAY, MAY 18

SUNDAY, MAY 19

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

12 noon Saturday

Cowboy Church

Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

6:30 a.m. Sunday

Location: Lonestar Arena Directions: 4916 N. US Hwy. 377, Stephenville, TX 76401 (see map)

Producer: USTRC Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Best Western Cross Timbers 254.968.2114, 1625 W. South Loop 377 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the Open, #15 & #13

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/ Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

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Great Lakes Championships

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 37 Trophy Gist Buckles

• Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, Formerl y #10 & #9 USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee the Ohio • Average & Incentive Average winners of the Never Less Than: Classic #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus $160,000 UstrC Flex earnings • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the Pick/Draw Us open tour points (awarded through 10th in the average) • #8 Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in options in effect

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK

New Producer New Location

MAY 18-19, 2013

SUNBURY, OH

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY SATURDAY, MAY 18 #15 Handicap

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included #11 (with #10 Inc.)

12 noon Saturday

•

SUNDAY, MAY 19 #10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included #10 (with #9 Inc.) #9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12:00 noon)

Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

$300 Added Money, $100 per division

Location: Eden Park Equistrian Complex, Directions: 2607 Blayney Road, Sunbury, Ohio 43074 Producer: Chris Galbreath / Jx2 Productions Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

All other stall reservations call Terry Keys 865.256.1836. RV spots available; first come, first served.

Event Info: Chris Galbreath 724.263.7838; Jx2 423.340.0640 Hotels: Holiday Inn Express, 7301 E. State Route 37, Sunbury, OH; 800.345.8082 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

#15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/ Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

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south dakota ClassiC

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 2 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • High Money winners Sunday & Monday (specialty ropings excluded)

1 Set of Gist Custom Silver Spurs

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: • High Money winner Saturday 37 Trophy Gist Buckles $160,000 ustRC Flex Earnings • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10, us open tour Points (awarded through 10th in the average) #9 & #8 Pick/Draw • Average & Incentive Average winners of the ultimate Partner Finder draw-in options in Effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 25-27, 2013

SIOUX FALLS, SD

SATURDAY, MAY 25 SUNDAY, MAY 26 1 p.m.

10 a.m.

MONDAY, MAY 27 10 a.m.

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Sunday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: W. H. Lyons Fairgrounds Directions: 100 Lyons Blvd., Sioux Falls, SD 57107 Producer: Steele Roping Cattle: Steele Roping Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Larry Steele 307.290.0743 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Ramada, 407 S. Lyons Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 605.330.0000 Grand Falls Casino Resort, Brandon, SD 712.777.7777 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

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#12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 2nd and 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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west of the ozarks ClassiC USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 UstrC flex earnings Us open tour Points (awarded through 10th in the average) Ultimate Partner finder Draw-in options in effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 31-JUNE 2, 2013

GROVE, OK

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, MAY 31

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#15 Handicap #13 Handicap

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 11 a.m.)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Flying Cow Arena, 55100 East Hwy. 59, Afton, OK 74331.

Directions: Will Rogers Turnpike exit 302 to intersection of Hwy. 60 & 59. At Buffalo Ranch Truck Plaza go south toward Grove for 3 miles. Arena is on the left.

Producer: Jeff Smith Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Jeff Smith 620.921.5903, www.ropetherockies.com or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Stonebrook Inn 918.786.9799, Ask for Flying Cow Arena rate.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

23 Trophy Gist Buckles • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 2nd and 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Incentive) $200/roper. Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn • No header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter • 5-steer/Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-Incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points. #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

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PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

INDIANA CLASSIC

37 Trophy Gist Buckles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect

• Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

• Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9

• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 31-JUNE 2, 2013

HENRYVILLE, IN

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

#15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 FRIDAY, MAY 31 SATURDAY, JUNE 1 SUNDAY, JUNE 2 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap #15 Handicap Gold Plus #12 #10 Gold Plus capped at $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 (with #10 Inc.) Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) #13 Handicap • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off in the #13 • #11 & under team Century Bonus Century Bonus included 3 sec. off #12 (with #11 Inc.) included #9 (with #8 Inc.) #12, #11 #10, #9 #11 (with #10 Inc.) $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive #8 Pick/Draw for beginner after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) • #11 (with #10 Incentive) #10 (with #9 Inc.) & novice ropers only • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped (books close at 12 noon) at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

12 noon Saturday Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12 after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Location: Yankeetown Arena, 13334 W. State Rd. 160, Henryville, IN Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Directions: 20 miles north of Louisville, KY. I-65 to mile marker 19 (Henryville exit.)

Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Then 160 West for 5 miles.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) Producer: Dan Stewart $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive Cattle: Steve Hicks, Hicks Cattle Company after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus Stalls: Stalls are very limited, but can accommodate horses overnight in the indoor arena and members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and available paddocks on a first come, first served basis. No reservations accepted.

Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Event Info: Dan Stewart 502.583.5502 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Earnings Hotels: Quality Inn 812.752.2212, Super 8 Motel 812.752.2122, Hampton Inn 812.752.1999. #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570 $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Extended Average Pay in ALL Divisions Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY

Arena runs on Eastern Standard Time.

2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

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UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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red rock

presented by

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles

classic

• Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

23 Trophy Gist Buckles • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus $160,000 UsTrc Flex earnings • 2nd and 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw Us open Tour Points (awarded through 10th in the average) • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions Ultimate Partner Finder draw-in options in effect 6 Trophy Gist Bits (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine) • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK MAY 31 - JUNE 2, 2013

GALLUP, NM

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, MAY 31

SATURDAY, JUNE 1

SUNDAY, JUNE 2

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 11 a.m.)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Navajo Feed and Pawn Location: Red Rock State Park Directions: NM 566, Gallup, NM 87301. From I-40 East, take Exit 33, go 4.5 miles west on frontage road, follow signs to Red Rock State Park.

Producer: Red Rock Roping Productions / Walt Eddy Cattle: Reed and Keith Flake Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: Walt Eddy 505.879.6181 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: El Rancho 505.863.9311; Red Roof Inn 505.722.7765; Comfort Inn & Suites 505.863.3445; La Quinta 505.722.2233

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

2 Trophy Gist Knives • Average winners of the Open

FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/ Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

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Florida Panhandle

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

ChamPionshiPs

37 Trophy Gist Buckles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 UsTrC Flex earnings Us open Tour Points (awarded through 10th in the average) Ultimate Partner Finder draw-in options in effect

• Average & Incentive Average winners of the

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK JUNE 1-2, 2013

MARIANNA, FL

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, JUNE 1 #15 Handicap #13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included #12 (with #11 Inc.) #11 (with #10 Inc.)

SATURDAY, JUNE 2 #10 (with #9 Inc.) #10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included #9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Jackson County Ag. Center Directions: 3631 Hwy. 90, Marianna, FL 32446. I-10, Exit 20.

Producer: JX2 Productions and John Johnson Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman. For other stall reservations call Terry Keys 865.256.1836.

Event Info: John Johnson 423.340.0640 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Holiday Inn Express 850.526.2900 Quality Inn 850.526.5600 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

FORMAT

4

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

#15 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $80/roper. Enter 4 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $80/roper. Enter 4 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only.

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive / Nonincentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings • Top 20 teams to the short round.

Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/ Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $180/roper. Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • 3-steer, Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

Welcome to the

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PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

Championships

8 Trophy Martin Saddles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 UstRC Flex earnings Us open tour points (awarded through 10th in the average) Ultimate partner Finder Draw-in options in effect

• Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9

25 Trophy Gist Buckles

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the Open, #15 & #13

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK JUNE 7-9, 2013

SAN ANGELO, TX

ACTION STARTS 8 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, JUNE 7

SATURDAY, JUNE 8

SUNDAY, JUNE 9

Open (with #15 Inc.)

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#13 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#12 (with #11 Inc.)

#11 (with #10 Inc.)

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday

Cowboy Church

Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

6:30 a.m. Sunday

Location: 1st Community Credit Union Spur Arena Directions: 4722 Grape Creek Rd., San Angelo, TX 76903. From 87 N., left on FM 2105, right on Grape Creek Rd., left on 50th, arena is on the right.

Producer: USTRC Cattle: C-S Cattle Company Stalls: First come first served. Stall reservations accepted from Gold Plus members only and must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Lauren Hardman.

Event Info: USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Ramada Inn Limited 325.653.8442. 2201 N. Bryant Blvd. Free Continental Breakfast.

Ask for USTRC rate.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 season.

Welcome to the

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FORMAT

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximim • 5-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Must qualify to short round to receive Tour Points #15 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $100/roper. Enter 3 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $100/roper. Enter 3 times maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) • #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) • #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) • Top 20 teams to the short round • Top 30 to short round in #9 only Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) $100/roper. Enter 3 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Gold Plus #10 capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter 2 times, maximum • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • Any comb. of Incentive/Non-incentive • Gold Plus members 25 years and over only • Top 3 Average teams and Incentive Average teams receive $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at a #4) $120/roper. Pick 1, Draw 1 or Draw 2 • 3-steer/Progressive after 1 • #7 team - 2 sec. off • 6 & under - 3 sec. off • No Incentive • Top 30 teams to the short round.

UNITED STATES TEAM ROPING CHAMPIONSHIPS The Official Home of America’s Cowboy Sport For more information visit ustrc.com

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2013 Formats Excluding the Open Division Ropers Classified as “Elite” may not rope together unless they give up a division. For Example an Elite #5 partnered with an Elite #6 may rope in the #12 Division, but not in the #11 Division

2013 Format 1 Open with #15 Incentive The Open is an optional roping for the Producer.

Open Points will only be awarded to teams qualifying to the short round. The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse

Option 1 $150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head #15 Incentive Progressive after 1-head US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $150 per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average –$6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

#15, #13 $150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination (Maximum of 2 Entries) 4-head average #15 Handicap - #14 team will receive a 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #13 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round #13 Handicap - #12 team will receive 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #11 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 4 steers qualify to short round

#12, #11, #10 and #9 Option 2 (Open Pick / Draw) $200 per roper Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn No Header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 open runs, 2 incentive runs or one each Ropers may enter as open team or incentive team for a maximum of one entry #15 Incentive 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head Progressive after 1-head US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $150 per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #10 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average –$6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 1 The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older

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$150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination (Maximum of 2 Entries) 4-head average #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 3 steers qualify to short round #9 Only – Top 30 Qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) (Elite #4 Ropers are not eligible to enter this Roping) Top 30 Qualified teams to short round. No team lower than a #5 will be drawn together. #7 team will receive 2 seconds off & #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off. These “seconds off” will be subtracted after the 2nd round

Option 1 $180 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partners or Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners

Option 2 $120 per roper 3-head average

No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 1 partner or Enter without a partner and draw 2 partners Excluding the Open Division Ropers Classified as “Elite” may not rope together unless they give up a division. For Example an Elite #5 partnered with an Elite #6 may rope in the #12 Division, but not in the #11 Division

2013 Format 2 Open with #15 Incentive The Open is an optional roping for the Producer. Open Points will only be awarded to teams qualifying to the short round. The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse

Option 1 $150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head #15 Incentive Progressive after 1 US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Option 2 (Open Pick/Draw) $200 per roper Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn No Header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 open runs, 2 incentive runs or one each Ropers may enter as open team or incentive team for a maximum of one entry #15 Incentive 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head Progressive after 1 US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #10 Incentive Progressive after 1

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1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 1 The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $150 per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 2 The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $100 per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 3 The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

#15, #13 $100 per roper Enter 3 times any combination (Maximum of 3 Entries) 4-head average #15 Handicap - #14 team will receive a 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #13 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round #13 Handicap - #12 team will receive 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #11 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 4 steers qualify to short round

#12, #11, #10 and #9 $100 per roper Enter 3 times any combination (Maximum of 3 Entries) 4-head average #12 (with #11 Incentive)

#11 (with #10 Incentive) #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 3 steers qualify to short round #9 Only – Top 30 Qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) (Elite #4 Ropers are not eligible to enter this Roping) Top 30 Qualified teams to short round. No team lower than a #5 will be drawn together. #7 team will receive 2 seconds off & #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off. These “seconds off” will be subtracted after the 2nd round

Option 1 $180 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partners or Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners

Option 2 (Open Pick/Draw) $200 per roper Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn No Header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 open runs, 2 incentive runs or one each Ropers may enter as open team or incentive team for a maximum of one entry #15 Incentive 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head Progressive after 1 US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #10 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Option 2 $120 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 1 partner or Enter without a partner and draw 2 partners

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 2

Excluding the Open Division Ropers Classified as “Elite” may not rope together unless they give up a division. For Example an Elite #5 partnered with an Elite #6 may rope in the #12 Division, but not in the #11 Division

The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

2013 Format 3

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 3

Open with #15 Incentive The Open is an optional roping for the Producer.

Open Points will only be awarded to teams qualifying to the short round. The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse

Option 1 $150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head #15 Incentive Progressive after 1-head US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

#15, #13 $80 per roper Enter 3 times any combination (Maximum of 3 Entries) 4-head average #15 Handicap - #14 team will receive a 1.5 second handicap

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subtracted after the 3rd round - #13 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round #13 Handicap - #12 team will receive 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #11 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 4 steers qualify to short round

#12, #11, #10 and #9 $80 per roper Enter 3 times any combination (Maximum of 3 Entries) 4-head average #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 3 steers qualify to short round #9 Only – Top 30 Qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) (Elite #4 Ropers are not eligible to enter this Roping) Top 30 Qualified teams to short round. No team lower than a #5 will be drawn together. #7 team will receive 2 seconds off & #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off. These “seconds off” will be subtracted after the 2nd round

Option 1 $180 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partners or Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners

Option 2 $120 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 1 partner or Enter without a partner and draw 2 partners Excluding the Open Division Ropers Classified as “Elite” may not rope together unless they give up a division. For Example an Elite #5 partnered with an Elite #6 may rope in the #12 Division, but not in the #11 Division

2013 Format 4

Open Points will only be awarded to teams qualifying to the short round. The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse

Option 1 $150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head #15 Incentive Progressive after 1-head US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Option 2 (Open Pick/Draw) $200 per roper Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn No Header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 open runs, 2 incentive runs or one each Ropers may enter as open team or incentive team for a maximum of one entry #15 Incentive 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4 head Progressive after 1 US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #10 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 2 The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Open with #15 Incentive

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 3

The Open is an optional roping for the Producer.

The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage

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of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

#15, #13 $80 per roper Enter 4 times any combination (Maximum of 4 Entries) 4-head average #15 Handicap - #14 team will receive a 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #13 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round #13 Handicap - #12 team will receive 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #11 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 4 steers qualify to short round

#12, #11, #10 and #9 $80 per roper Enter 4 times any combination (Maximum of 4 Entries) 4-head average #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 3 steers qualify to short round #9 Only – Top 30 Qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) (Elite #4 Ropers are not eligible to enter this Roping) Top 30 Qualified teams to short round. No team lower than a #5 will be drawn together. #7 team will receive 2 seconds off & #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off. These “seconds off” will be subtracted after the 2nd round

Option 1 $180 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partners or Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners

Option 2 $120 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex

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Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 1 partner or Enter without a partner and draw 2 partners Excluding the Open Division Ropers Classified as “Elite” may not rope together unless they give up a division. For Example an Elite #5 partnered with an Elite #6 may rope in the #12 Division, but not in the #11 Division

2013 Format 5 Open with #15 Incentive The Open is an optional roping for the Producer.

Open Points will only be awarded to teams qualifying to the short round. The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse

Option 1 $150 per roper Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head #15 Incentive Progressive after 1 US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Option 2 (Open Pick/Draw) $200 per roper Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn No Header with a classification number less than 6 or no heeler with a classification number less than 8 may enter Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 open runs, 2 incentive runs or one each Ropers may enter as open team or incentive team for a maximum of one entry #15 Incentive 5-head average with the Incentive determined on 4-head Progressive after 1 US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th in the Average Must qualify to Short Round to receive points 1st in the Incentive Average will receive $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #10 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 2 The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of

the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 2 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 2 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Option 1

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 3

Option 2

$180 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partners or Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners

$120 per roper 3-head average No Incentive and NO TEAM LOWER THAN A #5 WILL BE DRAWN TOGETHER Progressive after 1 1st – 5th in the Average will receive – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 1 partner or Enter without a partner and draw 2 partners

The Incentive payout will be based on the percentage of Incentive teams entered, not to exceed 30% of the Average Purse Gold Plus Members 25 and Older Enter 3 times any combination of Incentive and/or NonIncentive (Maximum of 3 Entries) $100 Per roper 4-head average with the Incentive determined on 3-head #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 Capped at an Elite #5 Draw-In Option (For all Formats) 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Need a Partner? Try the USTRC’s New Draw-In 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Option – It’s the ultimate Partner Finder Earnings

Pick or Draw any combination of partners.

#15, #13 $60 per roper Enter 4 times any combination (Maximum of 4 Entries) 4-head average #15 Handicap - #14 team will receive a 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #13 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round #13 Handicap - #12 team will receive 1.5 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round - #11 and below team will receive a 3 second handicap subtracted after the 3rd round Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 4 steers qualify to short round

#12, #11, #10 and #9 $60 per roper Enter 4 times any combination (Maximum of 4 Entries) 4-head average #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11 (with #10 Incentive) #10 capped at an Elite #6 (with #9 Incentive) #9 capped at an Elite #5 (with #8 Incentive) Progressive after 1 1st in Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 2nd – 5th Main Average – $2,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Top 20 teams on 3 steers qualify to short round #9 Only – Top 30 Qualified teams to short round

Ropers may draw into any of the following divisions (#15 - #9) provided they meet the minimum classification requirements. #15 Handicap – must be at least a #6 Header or a #7 Heeler #13 Handicap – must be at least a #5 Header or a #6 Heeler #12 (with #11 Incentive) – must be at least a #4 Header or a #6 Heeler #11 (with #10 Incentive) – must be at least a #4 Header or a #5 Heeler #10 (with #9 Incentive) – must be at least a #3 Header or a #4 Heeler #10 Gold Plus (with #9 Incentive) – must be at least a #3 Header or a #4 Heeler # 9 (with #8 Incentive) – must be at least a #3 Header or a #3 Heeler #12 Gold Plus with #10 Incentive – must be at least a #3 Header or a #4 Heeler #8 is already a Pick/Draw Format Ropers who choose the Draw-In Option will pay their side of the entry fee, which is determined by the format of the event

Draw partners may choose one of three options Option 1 – Pay for the extra run and be eligible for all prize money, prizes and Shoot-Outs/Flex Earnings Option 2 – Choose not to pay for the extra run and be eligible for only ½ of the prize money up to $1,000 and forfeit any prizes and Shoot-Outs/Flex Earnings Option 3 – Decline the extra run

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4) (Elite #4 Ropers are not eligible to enter this Roping) Top 30 Qualified teams to short round.

No team lower than a #5 will be drawn together. #7 team will receive 2 seconds off & #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off. These “seconds off” will be subtracted after the 2nd round

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US OPEN TOUR CHAMPIONSHIPS Season Dates: Begins November 1, 2012 and ends October 31, 2013.

All USTRC Sanctioned Open Divisions count.

Qualification to the 2013 Priefert US Open Championships requires that ropers be a current USTRC member and have participated in at least one USTRC approved Sanctioned or Affiliate event during the current season.

Sanctioned Open Events Including Approved Affiliated Open Ropings • All Sanctioned USTRC Events • All Regional USTRC Events • Sand Hills Classic • Wild Fire Open to the World • Mike Cervi Memorial • Windy Ryon Memorial • Bob Feist Invitational 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th

- 10 points - 9 points - 8 points - 7 points - 6 points

6th 7th 8th 9th 10th

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5 points 4 points 3 points 2 points 1 points

National Finals Open Preliminary Points Count For Current Season 1st - 20 points 2nd - 18 points 3rd - 16 points 4th - 14 points 5th - 12 points 6th - 10 points 7th - 8 points 8th - 6 points 9th - 4 points 10th - 2 points

• Points Only for: #7 and above headers; #8 and above heelers. Points do not carry over from season to season.

• Ropers must qualify to Short-Round to be eligible for points.

• Point ties will be broken on money won at season end.

• Priefert US Open: 6-head; 5 full rounds; Top 20 teams qualify to the short round.

USTRC JR. LOOPER EVENT LOCATOR

9 Missouri Classic 3 South Dakota Championships 6 Bluegrass Championships 5 New Mexico Championships 7 Northeast Kansas Championships 2 Arkansas Championships 4 Texas Championships 10 Panhandle Classic 8 South Alabama Championships 1 Front Range Championships

$100 : $24 =4

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(total amount of money) (cost of each rope) (number of ropes he can buy)

Bonus $24 (cost of each rope) x 4 (number of ropes bought) = $96 (total cost of ropes) $100 (roper’s money) - $96 (total cost of ropes) =$4 (money left over)

Regional Finals 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th

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20 points 18 points 16 points 14 points 12 points 10 points 8 points 6 points 4 points 2 points

1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th

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30 points 27 points 24 points 21 points 18 points 15 points 12 points 9 points 6 points 3 points

• Will crown a US Open Tour Champion Header and Heeler (most points accumulated during the year) and a US Open National Champion Header and Heeler (Average winners of the US Open Championships). Personal earnings count, but not for the US Open Team Roping Finals. They may be used for any other Shoot-Out.

Jr. Looper Answers

ROPER MATH

US Open Championships Points count for current year standings

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX

A Albracht Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . .91 Amarillo Truck Center . . . . . . . . . . . . .178 Ariat International, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

G Gist Silversmiths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Dub Grant Ropes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Rickey Green Roping Video . . . . . . . . . .23

B –B Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 B & W Gooseneck Hitches . . . . . . . . . . .43 Bean Tool and Die, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Brother-In-Law Productions . . . .115-117

H Hatco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Heel-O-Matic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Hot Heels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

C Cactus Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Case IH Tractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Cates Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Cattle For Lease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Classic Equine . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 44, 163 Classic Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87, 169 Clovis Livestock Auction, Inc. . . . . . . . .59 Computer Software For Team Ropers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Corriente Buckle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Corriente Saddle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Cowboy Classic Saddlery . . . . . . . . . . .71 Crawfish Open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Crossfire Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . .132 Cruz Fire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 D D. J. Reveal, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Deep Water Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 Perry Di Loreto Ladies Only . . . . . . . .138 Perry Di Loreto Reno Invitational . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 Double Dollar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137 E Equibrand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96, 97 Equibrand / Cashel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 F Fear Not Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 Bob Feist Invitational . . . . . . . . . . . . .136 Fire It Up Productions . . . . . . . . .110-113 Flying C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 Forty Plus Team Roping Championships . . . . . .109 Foster Farm & Ranch Real Estate . . . . . .9

I Integrity Sales and Service . . . . . . . . . .46 International Finals Youth Rodeo . . . . .151 J JX2 Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107 Justin Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 K Kid Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 L LCI Livestock Insurance Services . . . . . .42 L & H Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Lee Corriente Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101 Lucas Metal Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 M M & R Roping Productions . . . . . . . . .128 Martin Saddlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27 Maynard Buckles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Merck Animal Health . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Mortenson Silver & Saddles . . . . . . . .101 N Nash Arena . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 National Roper’s Supply . . . . . . . . .6, 101 National Team Roping League . . .102-106 Nocona Boot Company . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 North American Corriente Association . .100 O Oklahoma State Horseshoeing School .101 Outlaw Saddles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 P Parma Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 Roger Peters Livestock Insurers, Inc. . .100

Phillip Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 James Pickens, Jr. Foundation Charity Roping . . . . . . .122 Pitzer Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Priefert Rodeo and Ranch Equipment. . .95 Q Quicksilver Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 R Ram Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Rattler Ropes, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 Red Master Harrow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Red River Portable Arenas . . . . . . . . . .84 Ritchie Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Robertson Hill Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 Rocky Mountain Clothing Co. . . . . . . . . .3 Rodeo West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Rope-O-Matic Systems, Inc. . . . . . . . . .97 Ropers Quick Rope Release . . . . . . . .100 Ropers Sports News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Royal Horn Wrap Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . .99 Windy Ryon Memorial Roping . . . . . . .134 S S & S Ropings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120 St. Jude Benefit Roping . . . . . . . . . . .119 Snake River Properties . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Southern Colorado Livestock . . . . . . . .135 Southwest Equine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118 Karen Stallings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Steer Crazy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89 T TCV Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123 TLC Animal Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98 Titan Trailer Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . .65 Tommy Lee Classic 10 . . . . . . . . . . . .114 Tony Lama Boot Company . . . . . . . . . . .4 Tres Rios Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Triangle Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 U USTRC Events: Arkansas Championships . . . . . . . . .150 Cowboy Capital Classic . . . . . . . . . .162 Florida Panhandle Classic . . . . . . . .170 Front Range Championships . . . . . .152

Great Lakes Championships . . . . . . .164 Indiana Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Kansas Championships . . . . . . . . . .161 Mississippi Championships . . . . . . . .159 Missouri Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Panhandle Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Red Rock Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168 South Alabama Championships . . . .154 South Dakota Championships . . . . .157 South Dakota Classic . . . . . . . . . . .165 Spanish Trail Classic . . . . . . . . . . . .160 Texas Championships . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Tommy Lee Livestock Grassroots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146-147 West of the Ozarks . . . . . . . . . . . . .166 West Texas Championships . . . . . . . .171 USTRC Formats 2013 . . . . . . . . .172-176 USTRC Gold Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 USTRC Membership Application . . . .47-49 USTRC Regionals Regional Preliminary Entry Form . . . .53 Regional Roping Format . . . . . . . . . .52 Regional Shoot-Out Entry Form . . . . .54 West Coast Regionals . . . . . . . . . .50-51 USTRC Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 USTRC TRIAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 V Viking Roping Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . .101 W WSTR Events: ITRA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 JX2 Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Mathews Land & Cattle . . . . . . . . . .145 NJ Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 World Series of Team Roping . .140-141 WTEC & M1 Productions . . . . . . . . . .127 James Watson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 Western Horseman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Woodard Roping School . . . . . . . . . . .93 Wrangler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 X XIT Rangers Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 Z ZD Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108

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