Loops-June 2011

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BRAZILE BECOMES PRCA’S FIRST $4 MILLION COWBOY

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Brazile Becomes PRCA’s First $4 Million Cowboy

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BRAZILE BECOMES PRCA’S FIRST $4 MILLION COWBOY

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t’s hard to say whether it is ironic or absolutely fitting that Trevor Brazile became ProRodeo’s first $4-million cowboy May 14 with his steer roping winnings at the Butterfield Stage Days.

Brazile’s steer roping earnings represent the smallest portion of his $4,000,397 – less than a quarter – but it was in steer roping that he earned his first National Finals berth (1997) and where he earned his first gold buckle in an individual event (2006).

And then there is the matter of the way Brazile is building up his very substantial lead in the 2011 all-around world standings.

His $46,548 in steer roping is not only more than he has earned in either tie-down roping ($25,305) or team roping ($32,255), it is more money than has been earned by the world standings leaders in steer wrestling, team roping (heading

or heeling), saddle bronc riding and tie-down roping.

“That really isn’t a surprise,” Brazile said of how he reached the milestone, “since the bulk of the money I’ve won this year has come in steer roping. As ironic as it seems, I’d bet that I win more money per rodeo in the steer roping than I do in any other event. It’s just a great event for me.”

Bridgeport was his fourth major steer roping title of the season, following the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, the SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo in Odessa, Texas, and last week’s Guymon (Okla.) Pioneer Days Rodeo.

Thanks, in no small measure, to the prize money infusion in the San Antonio steer roping event this year, Brazile seems well on his way to shattering the year-old record for single-season

earnings in the event. He already holds the single-season earnings records for the all-around and for team roping headers.

The 14-time world champion has career totals of $1,917,529 in tie-down roping, $1,157,345 in team roping and $925,523 in steer roping.

“I never imagined winning $4 million,” Brazile said. “I was rodeoing with Roy (Cooper) when he crossed $2 million, so that was the number I dreamed about for a lot of years. I just think it’s cool that I can win this type of money with a rope in my hand.

“The world championships are great – don’t get me wrong – but the money means a lot, because that’s how I support my family. It means that I don’t have to go out and get a real job and just try to rodeo as a hobby.”

At Bridgeport, Brazile won the first round of the steer roping in 10.0 seconds, finished second to Vin Fisher Jr. in the second round (9.4 to Fisher’s brilliant 8.8) and won the threehead average with a time of 33.7 seconds. Brazile and partner Patrick Smith finished third in the team roping, and the $1,211 each received in that event allowed Brazile to claim the allaround title with total earnings of $5,652.

His 2011 all-around total of $104,108 puts him over the $100,000 mark for the 14th consecutive season and increases his lead over second-place Cody Ohl to more than $73,000.

Brazile has surpassed $200,000 in each of the last 10 years (20012010) and $300,000 in each of the last five.

He was the youngest contestant to reach the $2 million milestone (July 2006) and the first to reach $3 million (December 2008) before this latest accomplishment.

“I really don’t keep up with the money milestones until I hear that I’m close to reaching one,”

Brazile said. “But I definitely want to stay on track and be the first guy to $5 million now.

Hopefully, I can earn that next million as quick or quicker than the last. That’s the great thing

about numbers like these. Not only is it good for me, but it’s good for the sport that somebody can win this type of money – and it just keeps getting better.” K LOOPS MAGAZINE • 7

Summer is here and that means arena floors all across the country are filled with cowboys and cowgirls, riding, roping and racing. Without a doubt, the world of rodeo is abuzz with excitement and the summertime fun is only beginning. The past several years have seen a huge influx of new fashion styles hitting the rodeo scene. The years of denim are in full swing with styles that are showcased not only on the arena dirt, but can be matched up against any fashion atop catwalks at fashions shows anywhere in the world.

The ‘bling’ of the hip pockets the feel of today’s compete in and the quality of material have been marketed by companies who are capitalizing on the tradition of Wild West fashion.

There is no doubt cowgirls are the main market of these new styles, but men, don’t think you are left out.

There are more and more styles coming out manufactured just for you. Look ahead and see the many new fashions hitting shelves and racks at Western wear stores, at feed, tack and livestock dealers all across the country. You can bet you will find a style that fits your attitude!

Cowgirl Tuff

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Tuff and Meadors Team up!

Tuff Guys Look Good Cowgirl Tuff meets B. Tuff.

Tuff Company is excited to introduce Angie Meadors as part of the Tuff Team. Six time NFR qualifier, trainer and model, Meadors is running full speed ahead with Cowgirl Tuff; a leading Western fashion brand. Meadors is a great fit with her outgoing personality and her love for the product and fashion forward style.

While Meadors is excited to start this new journey, Lisa Bollin, founder and designer of Cowgirl Tuff also expresses her excitement. “As this company is a dream come true, it is also a dream to have Angie become part of the Tuff Team,” explains Bollin.

“Angie has a true hand with horses and lives the lifestyle of a

real American Cowgirl. What better person to help represent the brand than someone who not only lives the lifestyle, but has a contagious positive attitude,” explains Bollin.

Cowgirl Tuff and the men’s B. Tuff Jeans are available now in Western apparel stores nationwide. To find a retailer near you, visit www.cowgirltuff.com and www.btuffjeans.com. Follow them on Facebook and Twitter.

Hooey Summer is here and HOOey has plenty of new styles to keep you comfortably hip. Now carrying options for guys, girls, and kids, HOOey continues to lead the way for progressive headwear and shirt design. For you bull and bronc riding enthusiasts, check out HOOey’s fast growing sister brand, Roughy. For more choices and a list of stores across the U.S. and Canada, visit www.getyourhooey.com.

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Cowgirl Tuff Co. introduces a new men’s line, B. Tuff Jeans. The makers of Cowgirl Tuff designed a new men’s jean that woman can’t stop talking about and men can’t stop wearing. “B. Tuff jeans can withstand the cowboy way of life and yet still be trendy enough for a night out on the town,” explains Lisa Bollin, founder and designer of Cowgirl Tuff Co. B. Tuff jeans have been developed with the same high quality denim, attention to detail and comfort as Cowgirl Tuff Jeans. They’re built to stand up to the real-life work of the outdoorsman, farmer, cowboy and everyday man.

B. Strong, B. Real, B. TUFF! B. Tuff Jeans are available now in Western apparel stores nationwide. To find a retailer near you, visit www.btuffjeans.com.

Cruel Girl There’s a favored part in every girl that makes her feel confident. It could be the curves in her hips, her piercing eyes, or the flip of her hair…Or something much deeper, such as the strength of her will, her lighthearted attitude or her witty intelligence.

Each Cruel Girl collection lives to highlight your confidence. Our “cruel” design recipe mixes a mean combination of sassy, sexy, independent and authentic qualities.

A Cruel Girl knows who she is, where she came from and is determined to get where she is going. There’s no denying her competitive nature, whether it be in the arena or on the battlegrounds of fashion. So arm yourself. Cruel Girl denim possesses an independent spirit and a confidence that can’t be crushed.

Our Jeans - Your body - A Cruel Combination New Jean Collections

Shawna Fit: Slim or Relaxed Waist/Rise: Lowest Leg: 19” leg opening, slim hip & thigh, flare leg Finish: Medium stonewash Cruel Attributes: 11.75oz denim, stretch, chevrons, hand sanding, permanganate, grinding, destruction, tacking, tint.

Nina Fit: Slim Waist/Rise: Lowest Rise Leg: Slim hip and thigh, 18 “ leg opening, bootcut leg Finish: Light stonewash Cruel Attributes: 11.75 oz denim, Hand sanding, destruction, creases, whiskers, grinding, rip & repair.

Rosalie Fit: Slim or Relaxed Waist/Rise: Low Rise Leg: Slim or Relaxed Hip & Thigh, wide leg, 20” leg opening Finish: Dark Stonewash Cruel Attributes: hand sanding, whiskers, tacking, grinding, 12.25oz denim.

Cinch Jeans New Inside The World of Team Roping USTRC’s National Finals Title Sponsor, Cinch Jeans is offering two new styles for team ropers and horsemen and women everywhere. These new styles give Cinch jeans a heads up in the market and everyone can enjoy these great new fashions while knowing they are riding on the comfort, fit and quality that only Cinch offers.

Check out these new styles as well as the many great standard styles offered by Cinch Jeans.

Dally NEW! Be sure to rope in this great new dark rinse jean! The new Dally is based on the popular Dooley fit but has great new finishing details that keep it innovative. Awesome tacking, whiskers and permanganate are just a few of the extras built into this outrageous new denim.

Logan

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The Logan has a relaxed waist and fitted hip with the CINCH mid rise. This popular fit has whiskers, grinding and tacking.

This jean is the epitome of fashion meets comfort.

Petrol Designed for the next generation.

Petrol is a California-inspired fashion collection that combines West Coast edge with Western flair. Founded in 2004, our mission

is to develop a cutting edge apparel collection that captures the personality and character of the next generation customer. As we see it, a little Country and a little Rock and Roll.

With decades of experience under our belt, denim is deep

within our blood. Our premium denim jeans all boast an impeccably flattering fit, cool vintage washes, and are individually hand finished to perfection. Before you know it, Petrol will become your favorite pair of jeans.

Petrol invites everyone to visit our Facebook page, for a chance to win free Petrol products! You can also get the latest update on Petrol products, events or news at www.petrol-jeans.com LOOPS MAGAZINE • 9

Cowboy Militia

Like so many legends, it began with a lone rebel - young, competitive, defiant, a maverick.

He embodied the Cowboy archetype and sported a take-noprisoners attitude. And whether on the road or in the arena, he took it to the extreme, drawing a

Iron Horse Jeans New Fall Fashion Denim Men’s and Women’s Line It’s back to the future with the fall season of premium denim ready to roll at Iron Horse Jeans.

You’ll love our new Mens’ additions, six in all, with the focus on either slim fits with higher rises or relaxed fits that stop at the natural waist as well, all in a non-stretch dark premium wash with a distinctly Fifties vintage feel. Higher rises means more types of men will feel comfortable in Iron Horse jeans, widening the range of customer appeal-all

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Wrangler® loyal following just as determined to push the limits. One man became a movement.

That movement is Cowboy Militia.

The Cowboy attitude exists in those that live it to the max, that defy the odds, that compete to defeat. It’s in the champions whose will to succeed overrides every challenge that’s thrown their way, who always have their hammer cocked.

For those who push it to the limit, to risk it all, the Cowboy is in you.

Become a part of the Militia.

people who know that Iron Horse builds them “anvil tough!”

New fits in Women’s jeans include one of the hottest items on the market, “jeggings,” the perfect cross between jeans and leggings. Roseland and Agenda give that leg hugging profile that girls and women want so they can slip on their favorite boots with ease. Next watch for “Everest,” a new hybrid jean based on our most popular women’s fit, the Havana, paired with a higher rise. It’s what women have been asking for all along: more support, a flattering tummy, and a natural waist.

Exciting surface treatments in Women’s jeans feature great combinations of destruction and lace, sending the message that the wearer is both tough and feminine. We all know who she is—today’s woman on the go.

Iron Horse Jeans has taken the lead in denim fashions for every lifestyle. We’re all about reaching the widest market with jeans no matter what you do or where you live. It’s about attitude—urban or rural, your best life lived now—— in Iron Horse jeans.

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Wrangler Launches New Premium Performance Cowboy Cut Jean New Jean Offers More Comfort, Longer Lasting Denim and the Same Classic Style The iconic American denim brand – Wrangler® Western Wear – announced today the launch of its Premium Performance Cowboy Cut jean.

The new jean, style 47MWZ, is an update to the classic 13MWZ style worn and loved by cowboys since 1947.

The 47MWZ is designed with extra room in the waist and thigh area to create a more comfortable fit without sacrificing style, as well as a ring spun broken twill denim that lasts 20 percent longer.

The Premium Performance Cowboy Cut launch will be supported with high impact instore displays, retailer promotions and national advertising support. Television, print, radio and on-line advertising will create Wrangler Western Wear’s most expansive new product launch ever.

The Premium Performance Cowboy Cut jean will hit the shelves of western retailers nationwide this fall. The jean will be available in three washes and a variety of sizes and inseams. Please visit www.wranglerwestern.com to keep up with brand news.

Follow Wrangler Western on Facebook, www.facebook.com/ wranglerwestern.

Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment and Wrangler Team Roping Championships Join Forces

Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment is proud to announce they are the exclusive Farm and Ranch Equipment Sponsor for the Wrangler Team Roping Championships and will provide equipment and prizes for WTRC Events. Tarter and the Wrangler Team Roping Championships have signed a multi-year sponsorship between the two companies.

“This is an excellent fit for both of these organizations,” says Dennis Tryan, WTRC president. “Tarter has launched an excellent line of American-made roping and arena equipment. The WTRC and its members can really benefit from using this equipment.”

Dale Sorge, rodeo product manager for Tarter, says, “The WTRC and its members are an ideal group for this kind of partnership. They represent thousands of dedicated ropers of all levels from all over the country, especially in the Northwest. This is an ideal hookup for our two organizations.”

Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment, a 66-year-old farm and ranch equipment company with manufacturing locations in Kentucky and Utah, is one of the largest and oldest manufacturers of its kind in the country. Tarter manufactures over 950 different products across 10 categories for the farm and ranch enthusiast, and their new rodeo/arena equipment line has taken the country by storm. www.tarterfarmandranch.com The Wrangler Team Roping Championships is the largest team roping association in the northern United States, with a membership base of over 8,000. Every year, WTRC

produces over 60 team roping events culminating in an average of 5,100 teams competing in the WTRC Finals in Billings, Montana. www.wranglertrc.com For more information, contact Dale Sorge at Tarter Farm and Ranch, (701) 220-7510, dale.sorge@tartergate.com, or Dennis Tryan, WTRC, (406) 348-2460, wranglertrc@gmail.com

Pro Equine Products™ Supports Texas High School and Junior High School Rodeo Finals Pro Equine Products is proud to announce sponsorship of both the Texas High School Finals in Abilene, June 12-18, and Texas Junior High School Finals in Gonzales, May 29June 4, 2011. More than 150 regional high school rodeos are held throughout Texas, and an additional 125 regional competitions target the junior high crowd. The goal of both organizations is to preserve western heritage and promote youth education. Scholarships are awarded to talented seniors, and all youth are eligible to win prizes at events and gain valuable life skills while bettering their horsemanship.

Bob Travis, Pro Equine Products General Manager, states, “We are so happy to be able to support the youth of Texas and instill the legacy of rodeo for the next generation. Best of luck to everyone!” Pro Equine Products will be providing Ultra Sport™ Boots or Relentless™ All-Around Sport Boots to the winners in every event.

Based in Pleasanton, Texas, Pro Equine Products is a premier manufacturer of equine leg protection and apparel for multiple equine disciplines. To meet the Pro Team members, watch videos, download our product catalog, sign up for promotions and newsletters, or for more information, visit www.proequineproducts.com.

Miss Rodeo America, Inc. Announces New Location and Dates For Pageant This year’s Miss Rodeo America Pageant will be hosted by the MGM Grand Hotel & Casino and the dates have been changed to coincide with the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

Rodeo America, Inc. announced today that it will be moving the 57th Annual Miss Rodeo America Pageant to the MGM Grand Hotel and Casino this year. The dates for this year’s pageant will also change to better coincide with the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

“Our entire organization is very excited about the move to the MGM Grand and the opportunities it presents our pageant.” said Raeana Wadhams, Executive Director of Miss Rodeo America, Inc. “The location of the property at the heart of the Las Vegas strip will provide additional excitement to our pageant activities and provide those who attend our pageant with more to see and do in Vegas.”

This year’s pageant will begin on Saturday, December 3 with the coronation of Miss Rodeo America 2012 set for the afternoon of December 10. “We hope that having our pageant overlap with the WNFR will allow more people who attend the world’s best rodeo to attend some of our pageant events.” said Tracy Damrell, President of Miss Rodeo America, Inc. “We have so many events and our schedule this year will allow people to see parts of our pageant and the rodeo performances during the same week.

We’re also excited about crowning the new Miss Rodeo America on the same day the PRCA World Champions are determined.”

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Did You Know?

K The Open roping Showdown Finals will only have 26 ropers.

They will be roping for a $3,000 saddle and as of June 1 $1,824 added money. Only 12 more positions available.

K In the EE and 00 roping it is only a one-second penalty for not getting your calf up.

K Firecracker 5-Header is coming up in Stephenville, TX July 2, 3,

and 4, 2011. Tod Slone Saddles to the Average winners of the EE, 00, #1, and #2 ropings.

There will be $500 Added to the Open tiedown and the Women’s Breakaway.

K W.E.B. Memorial Calf Roping in Denton, TX July 16 and 17, 2011. Trophy Saddle to the high money winner of any #1 roping. There will be $1,000 Added to the EE, 00, and #1.

Buckle to the average winner of each roping.

K Just Catchem* 4 out of the 6 EE ropings this year, if you caught all of your calves, you automatically placed in the Average.

K USCRA Finals in Stephenville, TX will be September 15-18, 2011.

K Ropers Forum is back up!

2011 Membership Types Tiedown and Women’s Open Breakaway Membership $100 (Members from states other than Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and New Mexico are $75) A USCRA membership allows ropers to compete at all regular USCRA ropings and gives ropers the opportunity to compete at the year end Semi-Finals and Showdown Finals. A roper that wins first or second in the Average at a USCRA roping earns a showdown position to rope at the 2011 Showdown Finals. The Showdown Finals will host ropings in the EE, 00 #1, #2, Open, and Women’s Open Breakaway divisions. Added money will be collected from entry fees at all USCRA produced ropings for the Showdown Finals.

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Attention Open Ropers and Open Breakaway Ropers Open Tiedown - One dollar per roper from the stock contractor and one dollar per roper from the USCRA producer will be collected for every roper in the EE, 00, #1 and #2 throughout the season This money will be added to the Open Showdown Finals. The added money collected does not come from the EE, 00, #1, and #2 pot. This money is coming out of he stock contractor and producer’s pocket.

Women’s Open Breakaway - One dollar per roper from the stock contractor and one dollar per roper from the USCRA producer will be collected for every roper in the breakaway roping throughout the season. This money will be added to the Women’s Open Breakaway Showdown Finals.

Attention #2 Ropers Changes for the 2011 Season Ropers 40 years of age and older that have not been in the top 50 final standings of the PRCA for the last 4 years, are eligible to rope in the #2 roping. Age is as of December 31, 2011.

2011 Membership Application

Membership Dues: $100

Members from states other than Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and New Mexico are $75 Tiedown (Classes EE, 00, #1, #2, Open) and Women's Open Breakaway 2011 Memberships are good from August 1, 2010 – September 19, 2011 USCRA Membership includes a one-year subscription to Loops Magazine.

United States Calf Ropers Assn PO Box 690, Giddings, Texas 78942 979-542-1239

To join, fill out the application & mail to the USCRA office or you can join on-line at our website at www.uscra.com. Please print all information completely and legibly; please fill out a separate form for additional members.

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DISCOUNT FAMILY MEMBERSHIP: $50 Tiedown and Breakaway You must fill out a separate membership application for each Family Membership. First family membership is full price; all additional family memberships are half price. Family memberships are defined as spouse and/or child 19 years & under or siblings that are both 19 years of age & under living at home. Family memberships receive one copy of Loops magazine per household.

Additional subscriptions to Loops can be purchased for $24.00. To receive discount all blanks below must be filled out: Current 2010 USCRA Member’s name_________________________ ID #________ Relation to you_________________

DISCLAIMER: The USCRA reserves the right to re-classify or change classification numbers at any given time. I will not hold USCRA and all those associated with the arena performed in liable for injuries. I understand I am roping at my own risk. Photographs taken at USCRA events may be used for advertising and promotional purposes. All entry fees are to be paid in cash.

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2011 USCRA Events Schedule and Fees Saturday, June 11 9:00 a.m. #2 - 4 Head for $250 11:00 a.m. 00 - 4 Head for $250 3:00 p.m. #1 - 4 Head for $250 Sunday, June 12 9:00 a.m. EE - 4 Head for $250 12:00 p.m. Ladies Breakaway 4 Head for $250 12:00 p.m. Open 4 Head for $250

north Texas championships June 11 & 12, 2011 Denton, TX • Diamond T Arena

General Information Prizes

WILD WEST BUCKLES to the Average Winners

GPS Directions: 6900 E. Sherman Dr. Denton, TX Arena # 940.484.6101 Stalls and hookups available.

Run 1st round of Breakaway, then 1st round of Open and alternate back and forth.

New Members call 979-540-7755 before you haul for classification.

For more info: USCRA - Lanham Mangold 979/540-7755

Schedule Saturday, July 2 9:00 a.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of EE 1:00. p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of #1 Sunday, July 3 8:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the EE 10:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the #1 12:00 p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of #2 2:00 p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of 00 Monday, July 4 8:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the #2 9:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the 00 1:00 p.m. Open 4 head Breakaway 3 head Start with round of the open then round of Breakaway and alternate back and forth.

Fees EE, 00, #1, and #2 are 5 head for $300 Open is 4 head for $300 Breakaway is 3 head for $200 14 • JUNE 2011

Firecracker 5 Header July 2, 3, & 4, 2011 Stephenville, TX at Lonestar Arena

Prizes

General Information

TOD SLONE SADDLES to the Average winners of EE, 00, #1, and #2 ropings

GPS Directions: 4696 N US Hwy 377 Stephenville, TX 76401 Stalls and hookups available.

254/965-7981

$500 Added to the Open $500 Added to the Women’s Breakaway Must have 20 ropers entered to add money

For more info: USCRA - Lanham Mangold 979/540-7755

W.E.B. Memorial Calf Roping July 16 & 17, 2011 Denton, TX • Diamond T Arena Schedule and Fees Saturday, July 16 9:00 a.m. Breakaway 10:00 a.m. EE 1:00 p.m. #1 Sunday, July 17 9:00 a.m. #2 11:00 a.m. 00 2:00 p.m. Open

MATCH ROPING Trophy Saddle to High Money winner of any 1 roping. Can only count 1 roping. $1,000 Added to the EE, 00, and #1. Total of $3,000 Added Money.

Buckle to average winners of each roping.

General Information Stalls and Hookups available 940/484-6101 Call 979/540-7755 for Classification and Info GPS directions: 6900 E. Sherman Dr.

Fees are 4 Head for $250

Schedule and Fees Saturday, August 6 9:00 a.m. #1 - 4 Head for $250 12:00 p.m. EE - 4 Head for $250 Followed by #2 - 4 Head for $250 Sunday, August 7 9:00 a.m. 00 - 4 Head for $250 12:00 p.m. Open 4 Head for $250 12:00 p.m. Breakaway 4 Head for $250

Run 1st round of Open, then 1st round of Breakaway and alternate back and forth.

HILL COUNTRY championships August 6 & 7, 2011 Hamilton, TX • Circle T Arena

Prizes

WILD WEST BUCKLES to the Average Winners of EE, 00, #1 & #2 $250 Added to Breakaway (must have 20 ropers to add money)

General Information GPS Directions: 4007 W. Hwy 36, Hamilton, TX (on Hwy 36 west of town) Stalls and hookups available.

Bring the family, swimming pool & steakhouse on grounds.

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(must have 20 ropers to add money) New Members call 979-540-7755 before you haul for classification.

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Schedule JuNE 11-12 Denton, TX

August 6-7 Hamilton, TX

JuLy 1-3 Firecracker 5 Header Stephenville, TX

August 26-28 Calf Ropers Reunion Bryan, TX

JuLy 16-17 W.E.B Memorial Denton, TX

sEPtEMBER 15-18 usCRA FINALs Stephenville, TX

Go to www.uscra.com for complete roping schedules, results, and current standings.

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From the Archives—April 2006

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hen tying calves most people get in a position where they’re most comfortable.

It’s not always the best position, but that’s where they’re comfortable. I’m constantly striving to get better in all aspects of my life. Whether it’s my roping, my spiritual walk or being a better husband and father, I want to be the best I can. That means taking risks and leaving my comfort zone.

Complacency breeds mediocrity and that’s just not good enough.

My natural instinct is to be a

coach because I make a living winning. But now as my two-year old wants to rope, play golf and bat baseballs, I’ve had cause to reflect on my own childhood and how my dad coached me.

Admittedly I was probably the most hardheaded kid in Texas and didn’t want to be told anything - I wanted to do it myself. My dad supported me and would turn calves out for days on end. He might, or might not, make a suggestion in a day’s time. Now, I think that was partially due to my hardheadedness, but also because

he knew the value of my learning to figure things out for myself.

As parents, we love our children to distraction, want them to be the best they can be and enjoy the benefits that come with being the best. But even with the purest intentions, we can rob our kids of developing problem solving skills and learning to think for themselves by telling them what to do and think.

Over the years I’ve seen this quite often at clinics and junior rodeos but had never given it much thought until I became a

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parent. As I play ball with Stone, I have to work hard to keep the coach in me at bay. It’s not only because he’s even harder headed than I was; I don’t want to turn quality time with my son into a critiquing session that he won’t enjoy and ultimately wants to avoid. If he enjoys it now, he

will want to excel at it later.

I’ve been a parent for less than three years and don’t pretend to have all of the answers. But I do know that it’s the most important job I’ll ever have. It’s both hard and rewarding and as I raise my boys I’ll try hard to keep an open

mind so I can encourage them to be individuals.

As parents it’s easy, even unintentional, to sacrifice your child’s happiness for your own goals. As for me, I’m pushing myself to be the best dad I can be and sometimes that means not saying a word. K

Horses, Women, Silver and Gold Deuteronomy 17:14 – 17

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ne precaution that God gave to the nation of Israel after they left Egypt was for them not to multiply their horses, or their wives, or their gold and silver. One of the greatest challenges that we have today in America is to understand that we are dependent upon God, our Creator, whether we realize it or not. The horses in the land of the kings were used for war and for power. God’s message was not to multiply something in excess that would give them a false sense of security and power. He knew that if their dependence on Him was flawed, that the nation would be flawed.

God also gave them a commandment not to marry wives from foreign countries that would bring foreign Gods into their family and their nation. God knew that if they would marry an individual that didn’t honor Him that they could very easily be influenced away from God. In the area of gold and silver and excess, I believe God’s message in the Old Testament was so they would never become dependent upon their gold and silver. Our possessions can become extremely deceptive when we place our security, whether in this life or the life to come, in our possessions.

When issues of life come your way, as they do with all of us, where do you look for

answers to life’s problems? Do you look at your wealth? Do you look at your power? Or do you look to others to solve your problems?

Many political people have taken power and abused it. Many well-to-do people have taken money and abused it. Many simply look to man for answers that only God can provide.

At the end of the day, when we all ultimately stand before God, we will not have gold, silver, horses or relatives. We will stand before Him and give an account for what we’ve done with the gift that He has given us.

Matthew 6:33 says, “But seek ye first kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”

When God is first in your life, then and only then will you be the man, the woman, the husband, the wife, the daughter or the son that God created you to be. Stuff won’t get you into heaven.

God Bless!

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ie down roping in Canada will remain “alive and well” due in part to the launching of a new organization called “Tie Down Canada” (TDC), which will endeavor to promote and support this exciting rodeo event through a series of sanctioned events throughout the province of Alberta and perhaps all of Canada in the near future!

Unlike the United States Calf Ropers Association (USCRA) where ropers are categorized in a numbered system, Tie Down Canada ropings will operate with everyone roping in one division based on age and roping ability, with the goal of everyone having an equal opportunity to win. Since the new organization is being honed around the non-pro ropers for the first year, most contestant times will be straight up with a few equalizers. These include the following: • • • •

14 years and under - 1 second off per run 65 years and over - 1 second off per run 70 years or over - 2 seconds off per run Past year amateur association winner 1 second added per run • CPRA permit or Semi-Pro holder 1 second added per run • Full CPRA member in the last 4 years but dropped your pro card to go amateur 1 second added per run Memberships, at a cost of $100 for youth and seniors and $150 for everyone else, will be necessary in order to compete

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in a sanctioned TDC event. The money collected from the memberships will be used for “added money” at each of the five ropings as well as administration and advertising of Tie Down Canada.

The largest roping is scheduled for July 7, 2011 with added money of $10,000 and a trophy bronze sculpture. Also, throughout the series of ropings contestants will earn points in each go round (1st through 10th).

The ropers with the most points at the end of the last roping will receive a trophy saddle and a cash bonus.

We are also working with the USCRA to enable the winner of each roping to compete in their “Showdown Finals” in Stephenville, Texas for the 2012 season.

Craig Fitzpatrick, the organizer of “Canada’s richest tie down roping” over the last ten years is the creator of the new concept.

“I’ve been thinking about the idea for quite awhile now and have talked to lots of ropers and event promoters to get their input in order to have a system that works for everyone. So I think we new have a format that will work and ultimately, if everyone supports it, our sport will continue to flourish and grow.”

For more information, please go online at www.tiedowncanda.com or just Google Tie Down Canada. You can find much more information and keep up to date on the season’s schedule, results and standings, etc.

by Ryan Davis

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shadow was cast over the horse industry at the end of May. The outbreak of EHV-1 (Equine herpesvirus-1) virus had equine and rodeo events of all sizes cancelled. The outbreak was believed to stem from the National Cutting Horse Association’s event in Ogden, Utah held April 29-May 8. From there, most of the Western states, as well as several Canadian Provinces had suspected or positive cases. As of press time today, May 23, many of these cases have held steady and no new alarming facts are proving that the virus is spreading like many feared.

Utah

California

Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, North Dakota, South Dakota, & Wyoming

17 reported cases with only one coming in after the original outbreak.

Texas One horse tested positive and one suspected case.

Idaho One horse tested positive and was euthanized after showing severe neurological signs associated with the disease.

New Mexico One confirmed case with one horse euthanized.

Oregon Two confirmed cases.

Five horses tested positive.

Washington Five horses tested positive.

Alberta Three horses tested positive.

British Columbia No confirmed cases.

Colorado Nine confirmed cases with two horses euthanized.

Arizona One confirmed case.

Remain free of positive EHV-1 reports.

Since, at the present time, there seem to be no new confirmed cases, I believe it was a great call by many producers, with the help of veterinarians, across the country to cancel events. When this issue hits your mailbox we hope this will be old news and events everywhere will be back up and going. We won’t know which way this outbreak could have gone if these steps were not taken. I believe it could have been devastating for the

equine market. Imagine this virus hitting a large roping, rodeo, barrel race or horse show with hundreds of horses in competition. The weekend event-goers could have carried the virus back to their cities where even more horses could have been contaminated.

Thanks to the high speed of today’s world, with social networking sites helping spread the word, as well as the hard work of veterinarians all across the country who took command of the situation and made their recommendations. Based on this collaborative effort this virus was kept under control. K

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