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Just the Way It Is August 2013

by Ben Clements

T

he summer is quickly passing.

Before you know it, the leaves will be turning and falling from the trees.

The Cinch National Finals of Team Roping will be here. Then its Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. When I write it down like that it is a bit overwhelming how fast this year has gone.

As the cool rain sprinkled across my face, it set me to thinking. There is nothing like some cold water on your face to put the brakes on. Sometimes we get so caught up in ourselves we tend to forget about others. The rain continued to fall and with it my thoughts ran wild. I really couldn’t help it; it was as if the rain was stimulating something deep within me. We are a society of instant gratification. We like results now and not later. I, myself, am very guilty of this, however, I am not alone in this matter.

By nature I’m not a patient person, and I often do not put up with as much as I should. This is one of my character flaws, and I know this, but still it is part of me and something I struggle with.

Because of this people sometimes feel I am mad or irritated with them, but usually I am not. It just appears that way because of my lack of patience. I get caught up in the moment and because of my haste it comes across as anger, and more than that, a lack of tolerance.

Sometimes we all need to just slow down and reevaluate what is really

important. I was needing exactly that right now. For whatever reason, sitting and waiting out the rainstorm forced me into this mode. God has a unique way of putting us in positions where we can open our eyes, open our ears, listen to and pay attention to Him. So as the gentle rain fell, it was not enough to soak me, but just enough to make me pay attention. Again, there is nothing like throwing a little cool water on the situation to grab someone’s attention.

Life is fast. We all have things we regret doing or saying. We all have times in our lives that we wish we could have back. I know there are times it seems like things just drag along, but it is at a steady pace, and that steady pace moves faster than we think.

Again, as a society, and I’m no different, we want things now, and right now, not later. But sometimes, that is not God’s plan. It takes a gentle rain shower to cleanse our thoughts, and cleanse our minds, to put us back on the right track.

I needed a reality check, and this was a way for me to have one. There was actually no forecast of rain and I’m not even sure it rained anywhere except right on top of me.

As the rain began to cease my mind and thoughts began to open and clear. I am really a very blessed person. I also have a tendency to actually take things

for granted. So I offer up this advice for you. Don’t take things so seriously.

Discard the worry from your thoughts and your heart. Quit walking around with a chip on your shoulder and feeling like everyone is out to get you. I was doing exactly that. I was defensive for no reason, and quick to react in the wrong manner for no reason.

We all have a lot going for us if we will just open our eyes. Trust in others and look for the good in others. Don’t let negativity cloud your thoughts or put anger into your heart. Let whatever rainstorm might be headed your way cleanse you and give you a more positive outlook on life. Don’t get so caught up in the moment, and remember, we are all in this together one way or the other. No one’s problems are really any more serious than another’s problems. There are always two sides to every story, so don’t be above putting yourself in someone else’s shoes and looking at things through another’s perspective.

Keep your chin up and let’s join together and look out for each other’s back. I’m here for you, and will trust you are here for me. Don’t be afraid to take a step back and look over situation from 30,000 feet above. Things might not be as they appear. Slow down and savor the moments, because sometimes those moments are all we have, and that is just the way it is....

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By the Numbers

by John Findlay

Decreasing Corriente Crossings Threaten Team Roping

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am not by nature an alarmist but for those of you that rope for fun and recreation, there’s been trouble a brewin’ regarding the importation of Corriente cattle across the Mexican border that you need to be aware of. The supply of Mexican Corriente cattle, the roping cattle breed of choice for most ropers everywhere, is dwindling. The major reason for this grave situation is the operation of that fundamental economic principle, the law of supply and demand, because at the moment, the demand for roping cattle is markedly greater than the current supply. How did this happen?

The Mighty Corriente The major player in this team roping drama dilemma is the Corriente. It is the breed of choice when it comes to team roping as well as bull dogging aficionados.

Corrientes are fairly small cattle, with cows averaging well under 1,000 pounds. They are lean, athletic, and have long upcurving horns. They are known as "easy keepers," as little human intervention is required in their calving, and they eat significantly less than the big beef cattle. Like Texas longhorns, they require less water and can live on sparse open range. Those qualities make them excellent partners for both the roper and the producer in the sport we love. And the fact that their meat is significantly leaner than the meat from most modern beef cattle, Corrientes are less attractive to the McDonald’s and Outback’s of the world that love their “marbling” (i.e. fat). Thus their price is not as subject to the vagaries and fluctuations of the standard beef market. And that price has remained fairly constant over the years.

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Corriente Cattle Crossings back to Columbus. Not Ohio but the sailor Declining sent by Ferdinand and Isabella. On his second voyage, he brought Spanish cattle to In my research for this article, I came across Hispaniola. Then, in the 1500s, Cortez a most valuable publication produced by New (among others) brought more cattle to Mexico State University’s College of Agriculture Mexico, where herds were largely left to roam and Home Economics and their Cooperative wild. Natural selection in the harsh deserts of Extension Service. It is entitled “Procedures for inland Mexico helped to refine this hardy Exporting Cattle from Chihuahua, Mexico, to breed that today we call Corriente. And the United States”. It is most informative. It is northern Mexico, particularly the state of also 23 pages long. And it was published in Chihuahua, immediately south of the U.S. January of 2006 before some more recent border, is where the greatest accumulation of additions to the procedure have even further Corrientes reside. Cattle producers in complicated the process. The hoops and hurdles northern Mexico are export-oriented and that Mexican cattle producers have to jump have a long history of selling their young through and over to export cattle to the U.S. feeder animals into the U.S. market. puts to shame any objections that Tea Party Relationships between cattle industry players associated partisans might have with the IRS. in the U.S.-Mexico border region are well The Mexican regulatory climate and the specific established and very strong. Export of steer documentation required for export is jaw and spayed heifer calves to the United States dropping. Exported cattle were already subject is the primary source of income for many to extensive inspection and movement control cattle producers in northern Mexico; but those procedures were intensified in members of the industry on both sides of the response to heightened animal health border have maintained ties across many concerns. A complete explanation of the decades and through numerous disruptions process would, quite frankly, bore you to tears. to the regional cattle industry. But that, my To short-circuit the 23 pages, I present the team roping friends, is the crux of our cattle following little chart, and overview of the complication. Two major problems stem requirements to export cattle from Chihuahua, from this geographic reality. The first is, since Mexico, to the United States: these cows are coming from Mexico, a foreign Tuberculosis country, they need to be and Brucellosis Test imported and that process Cattle has become extremely Certificate of Movement Herd of Origin cumbersome in the last Permit few years and the second Exportation to is the major drought that United States has been decimating herds in northern Mexico for the Certificate of last several years. Let us Zoosanitary Ovariectomy Certificate examine the importation “Spaying” problem first.

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Suffice it to say, the implementation of each one of those five spokes entails a fair amount of time, energy and money in one form or another. But in the last two to three years, additional impediments have been added that particularly impact the import of Corrientes. I spoke with Matt Sanchez of M&R Sports Cattle who imports a majority of the Corriente, or “sport” or “rodeo” cattle, into the United States, he estimates 75%. He was able to highlight the recent changes to the regulations that have slowed the process down even more. The main culprit is bovine tuberculosis. To be candid, the disease has nearly been eliminated from the livestock population of the United States. Many consider this one of the great animal and public health achievements in the United States. However, the combined governments of the U.S. and Mexico stated ultimate goal of eradication remains elusive as animal health officials continue to detect TB sporadically in livestock herds. Matt informed me that today, not one but two TB tests are required before export. Mexican ranchers must first gather and designate a herd for export - lots of paperwork here. And that herd must remain intact all the way to the border, no changes at all are allowed. After the first TB test, ranchers must wait 120 days and then must have the same TB test administered again. Tuberculin skin testing typically fails to detect all infected cattle, especially those tested too early or too late in the course of infection. As many as 15 percent of infected cattle will test negative, while at the same time, approximately 3 percent of uninfected cattle may test positive. Thus, the reason for the second test. But obviously, the 120 day holding period, plus time for the attendant paperwork filing, can be costly to owners of these Corrientes. As a consequence, many of the smaller ranchers, who were the bulk of Corriente producers, have gotten out of the business or switched to beef cattle. Large ranchers are also abandoning the Corriente export market in favor of the beef cattle export market.

Why? With feeder beef cattle prices at an all-time high in the U.S., the Corriente business is just not as profitable. In addition, the Mexican Government has tightened considerably the rules for determining the origin of all cattle with an extensive ear tagging system. Keeping tabs on wild Corrientes is a much tougher proposition than tracing domestic feeder cattle. Their penchant for ranging far and wide and up and down to isolated areas makes them much more difficult to find, gather and tag, particularly new-born calves. Ranchers of late have been pursuing a path of lesser resistance and it’s down the Feeder Beef Trail.

Northern Mexico Drought The second major reason for the decline of Corrientes imported to the U.S. has been drought. The worst drought on record in various parts of Mexico has destroyed millions of acres of cropland and left millions of livestock without food. More than half of the national territory has fallen prey to the drought, with dried-up streams in northern states like Coahuila turning into cattle graves and some towns lying abandoned as people flee the drought. More than 3.7 million acres of agriculture have been lost, an area larger than Connecticut. "I've never seen a drought so intense," said Sergio Ruiz, a livestock producer in Coahuila who has spent most of the year dragging his cattle's carcasses into graves. He has lost 70 head of cattle and is considering moving to nearby Saltillo.

The most severe drought in decades has forced producers to sell animals early and liquidate herds. The drought has actually led to an increase in the exportation of feeder cattle to the U.S. as opposed to the decrease in Corriente exports. Corrientes, again, are encouraged to graze the steeper side hills and rough country beef cattle typically

avoid. Plus, that tendency to graze across larger and more diverse areas led to them being the first and hardest hit by the drought. Many died, and many were just lost. On the other hand, “Record high feeder and calf prices in the U.S., as well as a favorable exchange rate, were factors in a surge of feeder cattle exports to the U.S. over the last two to three years,” notes Don Close, Vice President, Food and Agribusiness Research & Advisory, Animal Protein. Drought has turned the cattle business in northern Mexico on its tagged ear.

Above is a portion of the report from the last week of 2012 from the U.S.-Mexico Livestock Trade Weekly Roundup put out by the USDA Livestock & Grain Market News. Notice the “Current Y-T-D” figure 1,431,375. That is a total count for the year 2012 of Mexico to US livestock imports of feeder cattle. It is not a count of Corrientes or “rodeo cattle”. Unfortunately, the USDA does not distinguish between feeder cattle and rodeo cattle. They are all lumped in together. But luckily I was able to get hold of Daniel Manzanares who is the Director of the Santa Teresa International Export/Import Livestock Crossing just west of El Paso in New Mexico. He allowed that, by far, the greatest percentage of Corrientes cross the border at his station and he and his staff keep their own count of imported rodeo cattle. It is as follows:

Year

2013

2012

2011

2010

2009

as of 6/23

Corrientes 4,425 9,297 9,463 13,693 11,240 As you can tell, the import of Corrientes fell off drastically from 2010 to 2011 by over 30%. That was just as the drought had begun and the more stringent policies took effect. While the figure has held steady at a little over 9,000 since then, that is nowhere near enough to keep pace with team roper’s demands.

Fred Lucero has been in the cattle importing business for over 40 years. He fondly remembers the first herd he ever crossed and it was way back in 1966. “Prices of Corrientes never used to vary that much over the years”, he said. “They would keep pace with inflation but they never rose like they are rising now. As little as three years ago, Corrientes could be purchased before crossing the border for $350 to $400. Now they are fetching easily over $500,” he said. Another problem that has hampered his business has been the all-toofrequent border closings of late. In 2011, the border was closed to “rodeo cattle” for several months due to the finding of one roping steer with bovine TB in Arizona. Over the past few years, all the cattle pens or facilities on the Mexican side of the border with Texas have been closed permanently or for substantial periods because of drug violence. And veterinarians are refusing to work at Nuevo Laredo because of security concerns caused by carjacking and armed robberies. And then there’s the seemingly all-too-frequent bovine popular stomatitis scares that can, and do, stop border crossings for days and weeks at a time. Needless to say, the capacity to cross Corrientes over the border at the same scale of just two to three years ago has rapidly declined. And the outlook for improvement in the SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 13

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situation is also, not good.

So what are team roping producers up against in this newly altered state of Corriente affairs? For some thoughts on that end of things, I put in a call to Ike Cox. Between he and partner Jeff Smith, separate and together, they arguably provide more team roping cattle for their own productions and others, than any other entity in the country. Between them they produce over 20 USTRC sanctioned and affiliate ropings on their own as well as providing cattle for at least that many more ropings for other producers. And that doesn’t even include providing all of the cattle for the USTRC’s annual Cinch National Finals of Team Roping in Oklahoma as well as the Guthrie ShootOut Championships. Last year those two ropings alone accounted for over 1,800 head of cattle. Ike figures he and Jeff are either producing or providing cattle over 42 weekends a year. As most of these cattle are Mexican born, the current situation deeply concerns him. He agreed with all that has already been said about the current state of affairs but added another wrinkle. “Several states within the last few months have instituted or proposed to institute new regulations that are specifically singling out rodeo, roping and/or timed event cattle of both Mexican and US origin,” he said. “They are requiring some or all of the following: Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVI), individual ID by official ear tag, negative TB test within 60 days, and negative TB test within 365 days prior to entry. All of these extra tests, taggings and paperwork just add to the expenses of putting on ropings.” These new regulations are in direct response by states to the USDA’s new regulations regarding “animal disease traceability” or ADT. Here is the USDA’s take on ADT: Animal disease traceability, or knowing where diseased and at-risk animals are, where they’ve been, and when, is very important to ensuring a rapid response when animal disease events take place. USDA issued this rule to improve their ability to trace livestock and poultry when there is a disease event.

The ruling, issued in January of 2013, particularly focuses on cattle and within that distinction are more than fussy about cattle that are “moved interstate for shows, exhibitions, rodeos, or recreational events” (emphasis added). The ruling has left it up to States and Tribes to be the primary administrators of the traceability activities and many have taken it upon themselves to go far beyond the minimal USDA requirements.

“Trying to nail down the new requirements of each state can be a nightmare.” Ike added.

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The reason given why livestock owners involved in rodeo or recreational events are considered a distinct risk category is due to frequent interstate movement. For these animals, official identification will be required, as well as interstate certification of veterinary inspections (ICVI) issued no more than 60 days before initial movement and no more than 180 days before subsequent interstate movement.

For the moment, Ike is able to keep his quality of steers at a high level but it has taken some doing. He and Jeff have had to plan months ahead to make sure they have an adequate supply of strong, healthy and well broken-in steers. “The procedure to maintain our inventory that used to take just a few weeks now takes months,” Ike said. “We started gathering animals for the US Finals right after it ended last year, that’s how far in advance we need to start preparing now.”

Assuming that the border situation is not going to improve anytime soon, is there any alternative? The answer is a qualified, yes.

Mexico is not the only source for Corriente steers. There appears to be a flourishing Corriente raising business right here in the United States. There is even a registry called the North American Corriente Association (NACA). According to their web site, “Registered NACA herds are now found from the cold northern plains of Canada, to the hot, rough desert country of Arizona, to the lush, humid pastures of Florida.” NACA was formed back in 1982 with the stated purpose, “To increase the availability of Corrientes in the U.S. and Canada.” The NACA web site also states, “It is very difficult to import any breeding stock from Mexico. Stringent health requirements, lengthy and arduous testing processes, quarantines and bureaucratic red tape make this option time-consuming, expensive and often unsuccessful. Politics, different government agencies and timing play a capricious role in any importation attempt.” Sound familiar? The problem with native born and raised Corrientes solving the entire border-crossing problem appears to be two-fold. First, there are just not nearly enough ranchers, at present, breeding and raising Corrientes to bridge the gap that has been created by the decline in Mexican born Corrientes. It’s not that the situation will not improve, but U.S. ranchers would be hardpressed to make up for the current slack.

Second, whether it is real or perceived, many ropers and roping producers have a low opinion of the merits of native-born Corrientes. Some say that because forage for native Corrientes here in the U.S. is far superior to that found in northern Mexico,

native Corrientes “outgrow their horns.” That is, they get too big and heavy to rope before their horns grow and mature. Another complaint is that they are too soft. Again, because of their cushier surroundings in the States, they are not as hardy or tough as Mexican Corrientes.

There is at least one gentleman that aims to reverse the prevailing attitude towards native Corriente. That would be Sammy Sorsby of Tomball, TX. Sammy and his son David run Texas Bar S Cattle Co., a cow-calf operation that is currently all Corrientes, all the time. In addition to raising Corrientes, he also provides them for ropings and rodeos all across East Texas, including many for the USTRC. He sees the day when ropers will not have to be so dependent on Mexican steers for their ropings. “Back when I started this business in 2001, I used to easily buy 800-900 steers a year from Mexico. But last year I only bought about 100 and this year I’m planning on zero.” Sammy saw the handwriting on the wall early. All the signs that importing Mexican cattle was only going to get more cumbersome were apparent to him even before the drought hit. “It was just getting too risky.” he said. Sammy is not yet in the business of selling any animals. His chief aim right now he is building his herd, which is now up to over 1500 mama cows. And here is the very well thought-out sequence he follows for the life-span of his cattle: When they are ready, the first step is to break them in. Then he puts them in a roping set. That set will be used for high-quality ropings like the USTRC produces. After a while he will drop them down to be used for truck and low-end ropings. Next he puts them into a slow set or a set that is a little on the large side. Then they will go into his general rental population. These are cattle generally leased to ropers for practice at five or six at a time. Following that, he culls the heifers he wants to use for his breeding program. The steers, at this point, often go to Mexican Rodeo events. And finally, many will end up in Colorado in a program Sammy is working with where his steers will be naturally grass fed before they are singled out for processing. That is a very fine timeline that has worked successfully for the Sorsby operation for quite awhile now.

“And let me try and counter the wellknown native Corriente steer stigma while we’re at it,” Sammy declared. “Here is what I’ve found,” he said. “If you let these cattle get older before you break them in, they will last just as long as any Mexican Corriente. And as far as their being hard to break in and their continued on page 147

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by Lauren Hardman

Hello Ropers!

A ugust is here and things will be heating up at the USTRC. Never mind it’s a bazillion degrees in Texas, we are in the heat of Finals season. We have five Regional events left and that means there is still $90,000 of added money up for grabs this month plus great prize packages from Gist, Resistol, Tony Lama, Cinch, Classic Equine and Classic Rope. This season we were able to add $126,000 to the seven Regional Finals Gold Plus divisions, up $21,000 from 2012. How do we get here, you say? We apply a portion from each Gold Plus membership sold from June 1 to May 31 to the Gold Plus Roping at the Regional Finals. A few years ago this money was spent on a personal liability insurance policy for Gold Plus members. The insurance that was offered to our members did not meet our standards as far as being “beneficial” to the roper, so the USTRC decided to give that money back to the members. We started the added money in 2011 and in three years we have grown from $10,000 added per Regional to $18,000 added money per Regional for Gold Plus members. Thank you for being a Gold Plus member and we will continue to strive to give ropers world class service and production!

Can you believe it is time to start thinking about entries and reservations for the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping? Don’t forget to check your deadlines. Gold Plus members will have until September 27 to have their entries into (not postmarked) the office. If you plan to

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enter via phone, please remember there is a 3% credit card charge and you need to have you and your partner’s ID numbers on hand.

This will make the entry process faster and more efficient.

I have to tell you about this little girl I saw at the USTRC event in San Angelo, Texas. I have no idea what her name was or who she belonged to but she made many ropers smile that Saturday.

She was hanging on the fence of the return alley and every time a roper came back up the arena she would give them a “high five.” Sometimes as ropers we get so caught up in our misses and mistakes that we forget the real reason we rope.

Sure we are all there to win and be competitive but we rope because we love the sport and it is fun. This little girl “high fived” every roper there Saturday and I have never seen so many ropers with smiles on their faces coming back up the arena. I couldn’t help but watch the reactions of ropers as they got an encouraging “high five” after every run. I am pretty sure all the ropers at San Angelo that day enjoyed having that little girl cheer them on! Sometimes we just need a “high five” of encouragement to get us back in the game.

I hope your summer is treating you well and I wish everyone Good Luck at the remaining Regional events! Please let me know if you have any questions regarding Flex Earnings or entries I will be happy to help. Saddle up, it’s time to rope!

Lauren Hardman

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West Texas Championships

West Texas Championships

#10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Cliff Wheeler - Warren Reeh

#12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Charles Hale - Dusty Pulsipher

$4,630 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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

Gene Holm - Clayton Fox

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$3,672 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Western Colorado Championships #10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Monica Smith - Jeff Satterfield

$1,400 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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$2,140 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

North Arkansas Classic #12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Bruce Barnett - Josh Hamby $2,800 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

North Arkansas Classic #10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Darrell Weathers - Travis Caldwell $2,540 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Iowa Championships

Iowa Championships

#10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

#12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Tyler Daly - Mike Daly

Joel Anderson - Darren Lammers

$3,610 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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$2,570 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

North Alabama Championships

North Alabama Championships

#10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Dale Corlew - Ben Lawrence

#12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Kelli Corbin - Bob Knudsen

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$1,700 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

$1,940 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Red Desert Classic #12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Heavy Sursa - Scott Hulme $1,102 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Red Desert Classic #10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Bob Caldwell - Matt Peterson $2,254 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Lasso Del Norte #12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Jose Ortega - Ricky Wilson $1,132 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

West Coast Regional Finals #12 Gold Plus (with #10 Inc.)

Gary Christensen - Mike Fontes $9,340 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Lasso Del Norte

#10 Gold Plus Specialty Roping

Chuck Thompson - David Wimberly $2,062 in Cash $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

West Coast Regional Finals #12 Gold Plus Incentive

Ryan Browder - Rick Rader $4,448 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

#15 Shoot-Out 2012 USTRC National Champions

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umor has it that the #15 Shoot-Out at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping was a family affair. Cody Hogan likes to rope with his uncle, Bo Litton. In fact, they are a pretty good coupling.

The pair has roped together for a long long time. In fact, they have roped together since Cody Hogan was just a little guy. In team roping, families kind of set a certain standard no other sport supports or offers. In team roping, family is an icon.

Louisiana team ropers, Bo Litton and Cody Hogan, were the high team back going into the short go round of the #15 Shoot-Out. What an absolute phenomenal way to close out the first day of the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping. Ropers were looking at a total payout of $325,100 and it was enough to cause chill bumps to caress your spine.

First place in the Average of the #15 Shoot-Out would take home Gist Championship Gold buckles, Tony Lama Ostrich boots, Western Horseman collectors prints and beautiful Martin Championship Trophy saddles. The prize line was outstanding.

Hogan doesn’t worry about nerves. For a youngster he’s had a lot of success competing on a big stage. In fact, he already owns two prestigious titles. In 2010 he won a National Championship with Natie Johnson when they 22 / AUGUST 2013

Bo Litton and Cody Hogan teamed up to win the #13 Shoot-Out and in 2012 he won the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA) Junior High Division Ribbon Roping National title. He has been on the hot seat before. He has stared pressure in the face on occasion after occasion and walked away scoffing at the idea of it even making its presence known.

Louisiana was well represented going into the short go round and Hogan had his hand in more than one deck of cards. He was the fourth high call back team with partner, Natie Johnson, and he was the first high call back team with his Uncle Bo. If that didn’t stare pressure in the face nothing would and yet Hogan’s demeanor was calm, cool and collected.

The short round was a good one as every team had thier sights set on grabbing the first place prize of $81,900.

When the seventh high call back team of Zayne Dishion and Seth Jones posted a time of 6.57 seconds on their fifth and final steers they took the lead in the Average with a time of 37.36 seconds. The stakes went up and pressure jiggled the lid of the cooker as steam began to boil out.

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The following two teams failed to unseat Dishion and Jones. From their fourth call back position, Johnson and Hogan rode into the box needting to be 7.54 seconds or better to take the lead.

Unexpectedly, and totally out of character the pair failed to make a qualified run as Hogan missed the heels.

Suddenly, Hogan was angry. He was not about to let this roping slide through his fingers. His maturity as a roper surfaced and his competitive nature took charge.

There was no pressure, no emotion, no fear and he was suddenly and overwhelmingly a force to be reckoned with.

“I wasn’t really nervous. I was just mad,” Hogan commented. “The miss didn’t really change anything. I just came back to rope another steer.”

As Hogan and Litton rode into the box Litton felt

pressure he didn’t like. He wanted it all and he wanted it with family. Winning it with his nephew was important. The pressure mounted.

“This is my nephew,” Litton said. “I did not want to miss. I knew Cody would do well. He always does.”

The pair needed a 9.89 to take the win in the #15 Shoot-Out. Litton referred to it as a good solid practice run. One thing the pair understood was a good solid practice run.

When the clock stopped it read 8.0 and everyone took a deep breath. Litton and Hogan would, indeed, take the win of the #15 ShootOut at the 2012 National Finals of Team Roping.

“I don’t think us winning this roping has actually sunk in,” Litton said in an interview from the prize area. “The money is always an incentive to come to Oklahoma City but this win is unbelievable. Of course, it is very special winning with family. I didn’t want to miss for Cody and it worked out. Makes it very sweet and very special to win it with my family.”

There is no doubt Hogan and Litton will remember this roping for a long time. When the dust cleared and the numbers were totaled And Then There Was One and the winners of the #15 Shoot-Out at the 2012 USTRC National Finals of Team Roping was Cody Hogan and Bo Litton.

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with Rickey Green Let Yourself Win n the beginning there was darkness and God said “let” there be light and there was and God saw that it was good.

Let is a very important action if you want to be a winner in and out of the arena. Most people will only see let as a word instead of an action. What people say is, “Let me have my turn,” and what they mean is for you to get out of the way so they will have no hindrances. Lock someone in a room and they will yell, “Let me out.” What they want is for you to move the door out of their way so they can have open access to leave. The definition of the word “let” is; to give permission or opportunity, to allow; to remove all barriers.

I ran into a gentleman at Teskey’s the other day. He said, “I haven’t seen you in about 35 years. The last time I did see you, we were at a roping in Tulare, California and you and your cousin Eddie were high team back. Both guys came from behind the string barrier, and the barrier grabbed the tail of your rope and jerked it out of your hand, with all the coils. So you only had your loop in your right hand.” He said, “You never even looked back, you roped the steer and dallied with one hand.” So I went up to my dad’s and told him the story. My dad said, “I remember. We were high team at Riverside, and when we rode into the box some guy said, ‘I’ll bet you a steak Rickey won’t one swing this steer’ and you told him, ‘great idea, I’ll eat steak and win this roping’ and you took one swing and roped the steer and we won the roping.”

So now you know what I’m thinking! If you can achieve that mindset of no fear, it is much more fun to rope. You can let your full ability come through. Some people who have way more talent than I have will never enjoy the 24 / AUGUST 2013

accomplishments I have because they won’t “let” themselves out of the box. They hold themselves hostage by stacking up piles of fear, doubt, and rules that they must follow, so they will never know how good they are. I have planted a seed in my own mind that as I practice, I’m going to start to trust my horse more. I’m going to “let” him do his job and “let” myself have more fun roping. I’m going to “let” myself stretch my ability again and go for it.

Stop hindering yourself by coming up with excuses of why you missed. That’s why these kids rope so well and do outstanding in the arena. They let themselves believe. My friend, Paden Bray, is starting to place in a lot of average ropings. I asked him what the secret was and he said “position.” (As of this writing, Paden just won the fastest time and Reserve Champion Team Roper at the National Junior High Finals in Gallup, NM.) That’s the same thing Rich Skelton said in his instructional video; all he thinks about is position. So Rich removes all obstacles and “lets” himself win by riding into position. That’s one way of getting out of your own way mentally, think about position so you “let” your roping come naturally. Remember, every time you see the word “let” in this article, that’s an action of removing all hindrances. You see, when that fellow at Riverside bet me that steak, he thought he would cause me to do something stupid and I would miss the steer. He did not realize the word “let” I was about to use on him. I “let” myself loose to use all talent and ability. I gave myself permission to one swing without fear and win the roping and the steak.

It could be that you are a person who only wins the smaller pots, or you only rope well at home. I don’t care who you are or what level you’re at in your roping, you can do things beyond your wildest dreams if you will “let” yourself.

I won’t tell you to tell yourself this at every practice, but put your name in the place of my name… “Rickey, I release you to be as good as you can be. I will no longer hold you back with thoughts of doubt or fear.” Let yourself “win.”

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HORSE HEALTH

Katherine K. Williamson, DVM – Manager Veterinary Services Karen E. Davison, Ph.D. – Equine Nutritionist and Sales Support Manager Purina Animal Nutrition, LLC

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he outside appearance of a horse can be an indicator of overall health and wellbeing on the inside.

A shiny hair coat, strong muscle tone, good quality hooves and ideal body condition reflect a strong, healthy horse that should be ready to work. Health and nutrition both come into play in supporting a horse to consistently perform at his best. This becomes especially evident in events that require repeated runs in a single day or working hard several days in a row.

Top performance cannot be sustained by horses in less than top condition. A really good horse will compensate and manage for a while but at some point, he may become irritable when being saddled, begin acting nervous or anxious when ridden, he may stop scoring well, or not work well in the field. The most noticeable visual sign of a horse in less than ideal body condition is when ribs begin to show. If the problem continues beyond what body fat stores can cover, muscle tissue will be broken down to generate the calories needed to work. This loss of muscle tissue is usually first ocurrs over the back and loin, or topline, and will eventually affect the neck and larger muscle mass of the hindquarters and shoulders. Sometimes what is mistaken for muscle creases or definition is really lack of fat cover and muscle mass beginning to diminish. Every athletic horse needs a strong topline to perform

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at their best but for roping horses, this is absolutely critical. Breaking hard, running fast, taking a jerk, pulling and stopping all put maximum wear and tear on a horse’s back and loin. When they are in thin condition, where ribs can be easily seen, their back isn’t likely to be at optimal strength.

These issues may well be helped by improving the diet but sometimes there are other issues at play that nutrition alone may not be able to overcome.

There are times when a horse is being fed a high-quality feed in what should be an adequate amount along with good quality hay and they still just don’t look or feel right. Maybe their hair is dull, hooves aren’t growing well or they’ve lost weight despite being well fed. Then, sometimes horses on a good diet just quit eating well. When they won’t eat, it becomes quite a challenge to maintain or improve condition. The first step in determining why your horse is not eating well, is losing weight or failing to thrive would be to examine his nutritional program since this is the easiest thing to fix. Here are some basic questions to ask: Is my horse properly taking in, chewing and swallowing both forage and feed?

By observing your horse while eating hay, grass and feed, you may find that while he is taking in food he may not be actually chewing and/or swallowing it – this is especially common in older horses with poor dentition that may be quidding forages or dropping feed. The horse appears to be eating well, but the forage or feed is actually balling up in the cheeks and then being dropped on the ground. Any indication of dental problems should be evaluated by your veterinarian.

Is the forage high quality and available in sufficient quantities?

It is not uncommon to find hay and pasture that appears to be of good quality but is actually poorly digestible or low in certain nutrients. By having your hay and pasture grass tested you can assess the nutrient content and digestibility of your forage source.

Horses themselves can often tell you about your hay quality though. When the quality and digestibility of hay goes down, the amount a horse eats will also go down. If your horses are not eating all their hay, you are either feeding too much or the hay isn’t great quality.

Additionally, most people feed hay by the flake and do not weigh it. There is a lot of variability in the weight of a flake of hay that can be dependent on hay type and the way it was baled. Weighing hay is a good way of determining that you are feeding enough. While it is not possible to weigh the grass your horse is taking in while grazing, careful inspection of pastures to ensure that there is an adequate quantity of edible grass present is a good idea.

Am I feeding the right type of concentrate for my horses’ lifestyle?

Horses in different stages of life and with different levels of activity will have different nutrient and caloric requirements. Choosing a high-quality feed that fits your horses’ age and activity level will help to ensure that those requirements are being met.

Am I feeding enough of the right type of feed?

Since most people feed by the “scoop” rather than by weight, if is often easy to overestimate the amount of feed you are providing. Weighing your feed with a scale will help. Additionally, be sure to consult the feeding directions on the feed bag or tag. Most feeds are formulated to be fed at a very minimum rate of 3-4 lb. /day to an adult 1100 lb. horse in light work in order to provide the basic nutrients and calories a horse of that description requires. If you are feeding less than that amount, you won’t meet all the protein, vitamin and minerals needs of the horse even if they were maintaining adequate body condition. In those cases, a more concentrated ration balancer feed is the best choice. However, if they’re a little

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thin you may just need to increase the volume fed. Sometimes you are feeding the right feed and just need to adjust the amount to support the level of work or to compensate for lesser quality hay.

If the nutritional program is adequate but your horse just doesn’t look good, the next step is determining if your parasite control program is effective. New discoveries of parasite resistance and the high prevalence of parasites not routinely detected in fecal examinations (tapeworms, encysted small strongyles) have now made it important to consult with your veterinarian to determine if the measures you are taking to control parasites in your horse are appropriate and effective.

Once you have ruled out nutritional deficiencies and parasite issues, it is time to begin exploring the possibility that a medical issue may be the source of your horses’ poor body condition or performance. One of the most common manifestations of health problems in horses is poor feed consumption and weight loss. Trying to discover the ultimate cause for this can be a long and costly endeavor for horse owners, and very frustrating for veterinarians. The following outline covers some of the more common medical causes of poor intake and weight loss. This outline is by no means all-encompassing, but it at least can offer a place to start.

I. Medication – many medications, particularly nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and antibiotics can induce adverse effects on the gastrointestinal tract and other organ systems.

A. NSAID’s – drugs in this category include: Bute (phenylbutazone), flunixin megulmine (Banamine), ketoprofen (Ketofen), naproxen (Equiproxen), firocoxib (Equioxx). These drugs are often used in combination, particularly in athletic horses, for musculoskeletal inflammation and pain.

Problems encountered when using these drugs include: overdosing, chronic usage, multi-drug interactions, and hypersensitivity in certain horses (especially to Bute). These drugs can produce oral, esophageal, gastric and colonic ulcers. They can also produce kidney damage and liver toxicity – All of

which can manifest in poor appetite and weight loss.

Clinical signs associated with adverse effects to these drugs include: weight loss, diarrhea, inappetance, colic, poor hair coat/hoof quality, anemia, low protein (hypoproteinemia).

B. Antibiotic therapy – antibiotics are used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. Commonly used antibiotics in adult horses include: penicillin, trimethoprim/sulfa, metronidazole, ceftiofur (Naxcel, Excede), enrofloxacin (Baytril), gentamicin.

Adverse effects can include allergic reactions, diarrhea, renal damage and liver toxicity – All of these reactions can result in poor appetite and weight loss.

Certain antibiotics, including trimethoprim/sulfa and penicillin, have been more commonly associated with diarrhea in horses. However, it should be noted that any antibiotic has the potential to induce an adverse effect.

II. Medical Conditions – there are numerous medical conditions that can result in poor feed intake and utilization. Below are some of the more commonly seen conditions.

A. Oral/dental conditions – oral ulcers, oral defects (parrot mouth, missing incisors), jaw injuries, wave mouth, dental hooks and points, retained caps and missing molars can all affect chewing and grinding which is essential to proper feed utilization in the gut. Additionally, injuries or neurological conditions can affect the lips, tongue and cheeks making it difficult for the horse to pick up feed and chew adequately.

B. Esophageal abnormalities – tumors, ulcers, erosions, strictures (particularly those associated with prior episodes of choke) and neurological abnormalities affecting swallowing and peristalsis (passage of feed down the esophagus and into the stomach) can all affect feed consumption.

C. Gastric issues – ulcers, cancer, and delayed gastric emptying can greatly affect appetite and intake amounts leading to weight loss.

D. Small intestinal abnormalities – can lead to maldigestion and malabsorption of nutrients preventing the horse from effectively utilizing what he is eating.

These conditions may be infectious or

inflammatory in origin, or due to cancers such as lymphoma. Many of these conditions are chronic.

E. Colitis – this is a very broad term for inflammation of the large intestine.

Colitis can be caused by many different things, and usually results in at least some degree of diarrhea and protein loss into the gut. This category can be broken down into different classes of causes: Infectious – Salmonella, Clostridium sp., Lawsonia intracellularis, Neorickettsia risticii (Potomac Horse Fever); Parasitic – Strongylosis, bots, cyathostomiasis (encysted small strongyles); ToxicNSAID’s, antibiotics, cantharidin (blister beetle) toxicosis, arsenic poisoning; Miscellaneous – carbohydrate overload, sand enteropathy.

F. Colic – horses who have undergone severe episodes of colic and/or colic surgery commonly experience restricted access to feed, inappetance (sometimes prolonged), poor gut motility, poor absorption, and fragile bowel tissues all while faced with an increased energy demand due to the healing process.

Lack of intake in the presence of increased energy demand can result in very rapid and, often profound, weight loss.

G. Age – aging horses can experience many problems that can result in poor intake and weight loss including (but not limited to): Cushing’s syndrome (PPID), diarrhea due to poor water absorption in the large colon, dental issues such as tooth loss and wave mouth, decreased saliva production leading to difficulty swallowing and poor digestion of feed, pain associated with arthritis, chronic diseases of the kidneys and liver, and loss of nutrient absorptive capacity in the small and large intestine.

H. Respiratory diseases – long-term respiratory diseases such as pleuropneumonia and recurrent airway obstruction (RAO, heaves) greatly increase a horse’s calorie needs (due to increased work of breathing and high inflammatory states) while at the same time often suppressing appetite.

Additionally with RAO, dietary restrictions with regard to hay and dusty grains may be in place, and many of these horses must be kept outdoors continued on page 41 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 27

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Selecting a Trailer for Your Horse

By Heather Smith Thomas afety and comfort for horses are the most important features to evaluate when selecting a trailer. Neva and Tom Scheve have a trailer business in North Carolina, and have written several books about trailers and trailer safety.

“Horses need plenty of room, plenty of light, and good ventilation because their respiratory systems are vulnerable to fumes from manure/urine in the trailer or dust from hay,” says Neva. On a hot day, you need air moving through the trailer so horses won’t overheat. Heat can build up swiftly in a trailer, so the more ventilation the better.

The color of a trailer can make a difference in how hot it gets inside. “A light color reflects more heat and stays cooler in summer,” says Tom. Construction material is also a factor. “The most popular material is aluminum, but it conducts heat even more readily than steel,” says Neva. An aluminum floor transfers heat up from the road. The top conducts heat from the sun, and the trailer will be hot inside.

Regarding ventilation—whether the weather is warm or hot, it’s good to have a roof vent over the horse. “It’s nice to have one that goes either direction—to bring in air or regulate the air flow above the horses,” says Tom. “Fans are nice, as well. If you get stuck in traffic, and are not moving, the horses might overheat on a hot day. A fan switch can be flicked on from the outside. If you are stopped, someone can get out of the truck and turn on the fan,” he says.

“For windows, it’s a good idea to have safety glass over the plexiglass. They look the same, but safety glass won’t expand and contract over the years and will still slide, compared to plexiglass, and not crack,” he says. Window placement is also important. You don’t want them so high you can’t reach them to open them. You want them near the horse’s head so there will be ventilation in front of the horse if possible, and along his body.

“On a lot of tagalong (bumper pull) trailers there is a front bulkhead window or maybe two windows that open in the front of the dressing room that bring in more air, as well, and let in more light. This makes the trailer feel larger, for the horse,” says Tom. Regarding trailer stall size, head room is very important, so a large, tall horse won’t feel too confined. You also want the horse to have room to stretch his neck, lower his head, cough out any dust and debris, etc. “For stall length (butt to breast) the horse needs enough room to balance himself, yet not so much distance that he crashes into the breast bar if you throw on the brakes,” says Tom. 28 / AUGUST 2013

“For width, as long as there is no lower portion on the center divider (so he can spread his legs), the horse will be comfortable—as long as he is not squeezed between the dividers,” he explains. A comfortable slot gives him an idea of his parameters inside the trailer, without feeling confined.

“The more room the horse has, the less claustrophobic he will be,” says Neva. A light-colored interior will also make the trailer more inviting than a dark color; it will seem larger and airy and he’s more apt to enter it. “Horses are claustrophobic by nature.

As prey animals they have a flight or fight response and their reaction to anything frightening is to run away if possible,” she says. If the horse can’t run away from what he perceives as danger, he panics. He may fight the confinement, or be severely stressed.

It’s safer and healthier for a horse to eat from a low level rather than in a manger or from a hay bag hung by his head. If there is a feed bag or feed tray in front of him (in front of a breast bar, for instance) where he can reach down and grab some hay, the dust won’t fall in his face. He can also put his head down and cough out any dust or mucus. “This gives a horse a more natural way of eating,” says Tom. The horse must lower his head to cough effectively, and he’s less apt to get aspiration pneumonia— which can happen if a horse’s head is tied up, or over a manger where he can’t lower it to cough out any debris he breathes in.

Floors should be strong and safe. “Aluminum floors won’t rot or rust, but they will corrode. The warranty says you should wash them frequently with soap and water when using them, or the warranty is void,” says Neva. Urine and manure will corrode aluminum. A wood floor is slightly softer, with more give, than any kind of metal floor. Well treated wood won’t rot for a long time, but still should be cleaned off, washed and allowed to dry. If it stays moist under a mat for a long time, it will rot sooner. You need to keep a trailer clean, whatever it’s made of.

If you do have to replace a floor, wood is cheaper to replace than aluminum.

A flooring product called rumbar is made from recycled plastic and rubber. “It may have only a 20 year warranty, whereas well treated wood may have a lifetime warranty,” she says. Any kind of floor is better with a mat, especially if the horse will be in the trailer a long time; the mat gives more cushion to protect his feet and legs from stress and concussion.

RAMPS Ramps should not be too steep, or slippery. They should not have edges sticking out that might cut the horse. “Ramps have a bad reputation because some are steep, some are shaky and

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horses don’t want to stop on them. For years, people have seen so many bad ramps that they don’t want them. But a good ramp is safer than a step-up trailer,” says Neva. Horses can misstep, especially backing out of a step-up trailer, and the leg slides under and scrapes on the trailer.

“Horses may load beautifully into a step up trailer. It’s the unloading that’s a problem because the horse never knows where his hind feet are and may slip under the trailer and get stuck,” says Neva.

“A ramp will eliminate the problem of sliding under the trailer while backing out,” says Tom. Stepping off the side of a ramp is usually not such a big deal.

“You can lift a ramp to get a horse’s leg out from under it, but you can’t lift a trailer if the horse is stuck underneath it,” says Neva. “If you have a step-up trailer, you want one in which you can turn the horse around and lead him out frontward, or have a ramp out the front. Side-unload ramps are becoming Imagine what would happen if your trailer very popular. It gives became disconnected from your tow vehicle, and you 2 options for your emergency breakaway battery was fully getting the horse out. discharged. Disaster! However, when a breakaway system is working properly, it will lock the brakes If it’s a step-up, you automatically if the trailer becomes disconnected can walk him out the from the tow vehicle. front,” she says.

To ensure your breakaway system is in good A ramp should be working order, USRider offers the following safety low angle, not steep, tips: Have a qualified mechanic test the system to prevent slipping, for proper operation annually. and solid. “Some • Have your battery load tested to check the trailers are as high as current in the battery. A qualified trailer mechanic 23 inches off the or personnel at most auto parts stores can do this ground, and the ramp test. Replace old and weak batteries. may be too steep.

• Regularly inspect the cable and switch for the breakaway system. Replace the cable if it is The bigger the rig, the showing signs of wear. more likely it is to be • Keep the top of the battery and the battery tall, with heavy-duty terminals clean. A small wire brush and dielectric axles,” she says. If the grease will help maintain an excellent electrical trailer is tall, make connection. The battery should be removed from sure the ramp is not the trailer when the trailer is stored or not used too steep, for backing for extended periods. If possible, store the battery the horse out, or use in a warm area away from children. a front unload ramp • Be sure that the proper battery is being used so the horses can be for your breakaway system. Consult your owner’s led out the front. manual, or check with the trailer manufacturer.

• If your battery has removable cell caps, “A nubby or maintain acid levels by adding distilled water. corrugated ramp mat Take care when adding water. Be sure to wear gives better traction protective eyewear and do not overfill. for the horse, but is • Maintain charge – do not allow a battery to hard to clean,” says remain discharged for extended periods. 12 volt Neva. Some people batteries are considered totally discharged below might not choose this 11.9 volts. Check voltage with a digital voltmeter. type of mat because it In addition to maintaining your breakaway may take a pressure battery, be sure to keep your trailer’s brake and hose to get out all the electrical system in good condition as well. manure, but it’s a lot For additional trailer safety information, visit the Equine Travel Safety Area at www.usrider.org. safer for the horse.

Trailer Safety Tips for Breakaway Batteries

OTHER FEATURES “Almost all horse trailers have rubber torsion suspension now.

There are neoprene cords threaded through the axle. This absorbs most of the shock in the floor of the trailer. This greatly reduces the stress on feet and legs,” says Neva.

“It’s a safer trailer to drive. If you have a blowout or flat tire, it won’t fall down on that tire. It stays up on the remaining 3 wheels and the coupler. This gives you a chance to drive off the road and take the trailer somewhere else to change the tire. The downside is that it’s possible for one of the tires to be low and you might not feel the difference. If you don’t check your tire pressure regularly, if one is low or flat and you don’t notice it, you are overloading the other one,” she says.

SAFETY ISSUES “It’s important that everything in the trailer, including the breast bars, butt bars and dividers has a quick release,” says Neva. No matter how much stress or weight is against it, you need to be able to get it loose, to free a stuck horse.

“There are a lot of breast and butt bars that you cannot open if the horse is over or under them, putting stress against them.

Some just have snaps, and these are not safe. When you look at a trailer, think in terms of what would be the worst thing that could happen. If a wasp or bee stings the horse, or there’s an accident, the horse may end up in an unsafe position.” There may be unusual traffic conditions and you have to swerve or go off the road. If the worst happened, would you be able to get your horse out?

Tom says it is important that everything inside the trailer be removable, so you could take it out if the horse gets in trouble.

“The center post should be able to come out of the top, dividers should be able to be lifted off their hinges, etc. Then if a horse goes down or colics, you could remove those things quickly,” he says.

Make sure none of the openings are large enough for a horse to try to go through. “In one instance a horse went out a dropdown window, got out on the road, and caused an accident in which someone in another vehicle was killed,” says Tom. Neva cites an incident in which a horse went out a drop down window at a horse show and got stuck. “The horse sees an open space but doesn’t think about the fact he won’t fit through. This is also why he may go up into a manger. He sees the window up there and thinks it’s a way out, and gets stuck,” she says.

The design of the trailer is important, for safety of the horse.

“You don’t want any rings or edges sticking out. Go over the inside of the trailer with your hands to make sure there’s nothing sharp or anything the horse might get caught on,” says Neva.

“There is no such thing as a perfect trailer; sometimes you have to choose the lesser of evils.”

Safety latches are important, on the outside of the doors.

“A lot of horse trailer doors have just a small paddle latch and a quarter inch of a metal spring holding the whole door shut.

Every horse door should have a more secure latch on the outside,” says Tom. Then if the horse kicks the door he may dent it, but it won’t come open. A safety latch will also ensure that a door latch won’t jiggle open on a rough road.

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open. “But if you have an accident or need to get in and can’t find the key, this can be a problem, too,” explains Neva. An additional paddle latch on the outside of the door may be better.

Some trailers have full height doors, and then the ramp in the back comes up over those doors. “There are many additional safety features with that. Ours is a composite-built trailer, so we actually have a steel cage around the horses in the interior. When we put the full doors shut, it completes that cage, rather than having a lightweight plywood ramp up against the back of the horses where they can kick, or where someone might rear-end the trailer. With our full steel doors, this completes the steel cage, and also enables to you deal with the ramp—taking it down or putting it up, without having the horse’s legs right there ready to kick. It also allows you to stand behind one of the doors while you are latching the other butt bar when the other horse goes in (and you are safe from being kicked),” he says.

“If you are putting the ramp up and a horse happens to kick before you get it all the way up and latched, it protects you from that, also.”

Tips for Proper Trailer Axle Care One of the more debilitating disablements for a horse trailer is axle failure. In addition to putting you and your Horse(s) at great danger by disabling you on the side of the highway, axle failure presents an on-the-scene repair challenge.

The key to avoiding this situation is simple: preventative maintenance. Make certain that your trailer axles are serviced annually, or every 12,000 miles. While certain manufacturers make claims of lifetime bearings or maintenance- free axles, the risk is too great not to have a simple checkup annually. This requires taking your trailer to a trusted mechanic who will inspect the axle, and replace any worn parts, and re-pack the bearings with hightemperature bearing grease, or change the 90 weight oil for oil bath axles.

The main reason for servicing your trailer axles annually – even if you have not used your trailer in the past year – is that moisture can build up in an axle. This can cause the grease to become diluted and break down, rendering it unable to properly lubricate. Thus, it is important to perform this simple maintenance annually – even if you do not use your trailer often, or at all. In addition to bearing failure, irregular axle maintenance can lead to axle damage, requiring the axle to be replaced – turning an inexpensive maintenance procedure into an expensive repair.

Another important reason to have your axles serviced annually is that worn trailer axles will cause tires to wear improperly, introducing a number of other hazards for traveling equestrians. In a worst-case scenario involving an axle in dire need of servicing, a wheel could actually come off the trailer while underway, possibly causing irreparable damage to the axle – not to mention the danger of a loose wheel on the highway for other motorists.

For additional safety tips, visit the Equine Travel Safety Area on the USRider website at website at www.usrider.org

Inspecting and Servicing Your Trailer It is recommended, when possible to take your vehicles to a certified mechanics for regular maintenance and repairs. However, there are a lot of things you can do yourself at home or in your shop that can help reduce repair and maintenance costs.

FLOOR AND BODY For wood floor trailers, it is recommended to regularly check for soft spots, rotting and splintering in the wood. This includes the ramp if you have one. Replace damaged floor boards and treat floor with a preservative.

If you are using mats, ensure they fit snugly and replace if they have holes in them or are beginning to shred or split.

For aluminum floors, check for cracks in the floor, as well as in the welds where they are fitted together with the sidewall of the trailer. Looking around the inside of both metal and aluminum trailers, check for cracks in the welds. A qualified welder can usually repair the cracks and broken welds if any.

For metal trailers, look for rusted areas both inside and outside. A metal brush to clean the area, removing heavy rust and loose paint is needed before you touch it up with a good spray paint or primer paint. For heavily rusted areas, be sure to use a rust cleaner before painting the area and if the rust has eaten through or weakened any areas, have a welder or metal fabricator replace or repair the areas.

For trailers with fiberglass roofs, check for damage and replace or repair. A local body shop is your best bet for these concerns.

Be sure to oil all hinges, dividers, doors, locks, and windows.

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Over time and weather conditions, these areas of your trailer can become stiff and a good oiling can loosen them up and keep them operational.

Finally, check all gaskets and molding around doors and windows. A good fit and tight seal is needed to ensure your horses comfort while traveling and keep your trailer in good condition.

TIRES AND WHEELS Poor tires can lead to long, side-of-the-road delays to and from events. Be sure all tires are in good condition. Look for bulges, slices, bare spots, worn tread and cracks in all of your trailer tires, including your spare. Keeping good rubber on the road can make your travels a lot safer for you and your horses.

When replacing tires, be sure they are the right size and are regulated correctly for the trailer load.

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you are able to do so and be sure to keep them at the proper inflation.

It is a good idea to rotate the tires on your trailer. When doing so, it is recommended to have them balanced at that time as well.

Digging a little deeper, regular maintenance includes cleaning and re-packing wheel bearings and replacing seals. In some cases, wheel bearings should be replaced. Check by lifting the trailer with proper jacks so the tires on one side of the trailer are off the ground. Grab the top and bottom of the tires and push and pull in opposite directions. There should not be any movement. If there is, you should replace the wheel bearings.

On a regular basis, check to make sure all of the wheel lugs are tight and insure they all still there as well.

BRAKES Inspect and service the brake drums and brake pads. A qualified repair shop is your best bet, but if you are mechanically inclined, you can do this yourself. Insure the trailer brakes are working properly and replace anything that is worn.

Be sure to check fluid levels and lines to hydraulic brakes and electrical lines to electric brakes.

After checking the brake system, do a loaded and unloaded drive test to check for even stopping.

One thing that is often overlooked on the brake system is the emergency trailer brake battery. You can do this yourself with a volt-meter or have it don by a qualified technician.

WIRING AND LIGHTS Wiring harnesses on older trailers tend to crack, break and become disconnected throughout the years and replacing them or repairing them can seem overwhelming.

Begin by seeing if all the lights work. If any are not working, start by replacing bulbs or lights. Be sure to see if the wiring is intact, clean and the light is secured to the trailer. A bad ground is often a culprit in non-working trailer lights. If they still do not work, you probably have a wiring problem. Trace the wire from the non-functional light back to the trailer light connector to see if there is a broken wire, loose or broken connection or if the problem lies in the trailer plug. Wiring problems can become such a daunting task that a technician may be your best bet to repair or completely replace the wiring harness in your trailer.

SUSPENSION Although the suspension is often overlooked during a routine inspection, it is a good idea to check at least a few of the suspension components. You should routinely grease the springs and shackles of the trailer, check shock absorbers and bushings for repair or replacing and tighten up the axle bolts. A good suspension can aid your horses comfort while traveling to events

and allow them to be in better condition when you reach the event.

HITCH Heading to the front of the trailer, your hitch is the one thing that you are probably most familiar with. However, be sure to implement some maintenance to insure that everything keeps working properly. It is a good idea to clean and oil the jack stand regularly. This will keep it in good working order. You should also grease the ball on either bumper-pull and gooseneck hitches, as well as the coupler on the trailer itself occasionally. Finally, if you are hitching up a new trailer or using a new truck for the first time, check the levelness of hitched trailer. Keep the trailer a little higher in the front when hitched without load to keep it level once horses are loaded.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT Check the safety chains. Be sure they are not broken or in need of replacing. Keep your first aid kit complete. Keep one for your horses as well as one for yourself or your traveling companions. Also insure you have a trailer safety kit included.

This should have safety reflectors for roadside emergencies, a complete toolkit that includes a tire lug wrench and a jack that will lift your trailer. Extra light bulbs, fuses and extra wire for emergency repairs are also recommended.

It is a good idea to keep an extra halter or two and lead ropes inside your tack compartment just in case.

One last tip is to check the registration of your trailer to be sure it is up to date and make sure the license plate is still connected securely to the trailer. Also be sure you have hauling papers and legal documents on your horses before you haul.

Being prepared and keeping your trailer maintained prior to hitting the road to your next roping will pay off in the long run.

Your trailer will last longer, and you can have peace of mind that your and your horses are safe to and from your next event.

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Time • Time and the elements weaken a trailer tire.

• In approximately three years, roughly one-third of the tire’s strength is gone.

• Three to five years is the projected life of a normal trailer tire.

• It is suggested that trailer tires be replaced after three to four years of service regardless of tread depth or tire appearance.

Trailer Tire Applications • Trailer tires are designed for use on trailer axle positions only. They are not built to handle the loads applied to, or the traction required by, drive or steering axles.

• An “LT” designation on a trailer tire size specifies load range only. It is not designed for use on light trucks.

• Do not mount “ST” or “LT” trailer tires on passenger cars or light trucks.

Inflation • Always inflate trailer tires to the maximum inflation indicated on the sidewall.

• Check inflation when the tires are cool and have not been exposed to the sun.

• If the tires are hot to the touch from operation, add three psi to the max inflation.

• Underinflation is the number one cause of trailer tire failure.

Mileage • Trailer tires are not designed to wear out.

• The life of a trailer tire is limited by time and duty cycles.

• The mileage expectation of a trailer tire is 5,000 to 12,000 miles.

Why Use An “ST” Tire • ”ST” tires feature materials and construction to meet the higher load requirements and demands of trailering.

• The polyester cords are bigger than they would be for a comparable “P” or “LT” tire.

• The steel cords have a larger diameter and greater tensile strength to meet the additional load requirements.

• “ST” tire rubber compounds contain more chemicals to resist weather and ozone cracking.

Load Carrying Capacity

Storage

• All tires must be identical in size for the tires to properly manage the weight of the trailer.

• The combined capacity of the tires must equal or exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of the axle.

• The combined capacity of all of the tires should exceed the loaded trailer weight by 20 percent.

• If the actual weight is not available, use the trailer GVW. If a tire fails on a tandem axle trailer, you should replace both tires on that side. The remaining tire is likely to have been subjected to excessive loading.

• If the tires are replaced with tires of larger diameter, the tongue height may need to be adjusted to maintain proper weight distribution.

• The ideal storage for trailer tires is in a cool, dark garage at maximum inflation.

• Use tire covers to protect the tires from direct sunlight.

• Use thin plywood sections between the tire and the pavement.

• For long term storage, put the trailer on blocks to take the weight off the tires.

Then lower the air pressure and cover the tires to protect them from direct sunlight.

Maintenance • Clean the tires using mild soap and water.

• Do not use tire-care products containing alcohol or petroleum distillates.

• Inspect the tires for any cuts, snags, bulges or punctures.

• Check the inflation before towing and again before the return trip.

Keys to Avoiding Trouble

Speed • All “ST” tires have a maximum speed rating of 65 mph.

• As heat builds up, the tire’s structure starts to disintegrate and weaken.

• The load carrying capacity gradually decreases as the heat and stresses generated by higher speed increases.

• Make sure your trailer is equipped with the proper tires.

• Maintain the tires meticulously.

• Replace trailer tires every three to five years, whether they look like they’re worn out or not.

Trailering Fuel Economy Factors Here are some major factors that most affect fuel economy when pulling a trailer: • Driver skills • Speed - especially with poor aerodynamics • Cutting idling time • Using a roof fairing • Slowing down 5 mph When pulling a trailer, use these tips in order to increase fuel economy: Get out of town and stay out. Studies have shown that stop signs, traffic lights and stopand-go traffic consume fuel more than almost any other negative factor or bad habit. Stay on freeways as much as you can and try not to hit major cities during peak driving hours where you may be forced to stop or slow down due to heavy traffic.

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Cruise in the engine’s “sweet spot.” This is the point where power and economy are highest. Find out where your trucks perfect RPM is for power and efficiency from your dealer, mechanic or by searching the web. They are also published from engine builders.

Use your cruise control. Many engines are set up to deliver more power and torque when cruise control is engaged, so turn it on and use it. However, cruise control is blind, so it doesn’t know when you’re coming up behind slowermoving traffic, or about to begin climbing a grade; in those cases, disengage cruise control and drive the truck manually.

Plan ahead on upgrades and avoid storming a hill at the highest speed possible.

Instead estimate the final gear you’ll need to

top it and get into that gear early and stay there. Also, feed the engine only the fuel it needs to sustain a speed in that gear, the right gear will not require you to floor the pedal. Then, ease off the gas as you approach the hill’s crest.

Let gravity do the work as you begin rolling downhill. Leave the accelerator alone and allow gravity to increase the truck’s speed unless it’s a very shallow grade or you’re heading into a strong head wind. In those cases, use only the minimum amount of power to return to a sensible cruising speed.

Avoid excessive idling and turn the truck off whenever you can. This may include waiting for long freight trains, and especially while waiting to load or unload. Always turn off the engine when you stop and get out to eat a meal, or to even stretch your legs. The cab will cool off or warm up again within minutes of your return, and while it’s doing so, you can do a walkaround inspection of the truck.

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TRAILER PLUG WIRING

6 Way Connector This is most commonly used on horse trailers, stock trailers, and utility trailers.

When changingPage connectors, match the positions from 1 old to new or better yet test for function and be sure the connector is wired to the standard code.

Also notice that the center (A) terminal is neither the brake terminal nor the ground terminal. The center terminal is listed as an auxiliary terminal and is used for either backup lights or a 12-volt (+) wire. It is recommended that the middle terminal be wired for 12 volt (+) for charging the breakaway switch battery. Breakaway switches are now pretty much required on most trailers with electric brakes and a charged battery is required for proper operation.

Nothing is worse than turning on your lights at dusk only to find that your trailer lights arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t working. When you stop your rig on the side of the road, you discover that the trailer plug is damaged. It may have been snagged and pulled apart when turning, or perhaps fell out of the socket and was dragged to the bare wires. Now you must make a roadside repair.

Typically five, sometimes six wires are required to supply the trailerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s electrical equipment. Know which wire goes where or keep a schematic of the trailer plug in your vehicle to avoid time and aggravation should this happen to you.

Here are simple to read wiring diagrams for both a 6-way plug and the newer 7-way plug.

Wiring Code 7 Way Truck End

Wiring Code 7 Way Trailer End

Page 1

# Color Gage

Circuit Function

Black or Red

10

12v

2 Green

14

Right Turn

Blue

12

Electric Brake

4 White

10

Ground

1

3

Connector Interior

# Color Gage 1

1

6

2

5

Black 10 or Red

Circuit Function 12v

2 Green

14

Right Turn

3

Blue

12

Electric Brake

4 White

10

Ground

14

Left Turn

Small 5 Yellow

14

Left Turn

Small 5 Yellow

6 Brown

14

Running Lights

6 Brown

14

Running Lights

7 Yellow

10

Auxiliary 12v

7 Yellow

10

Auxiliary 12v

3

4

Connector Interior

1

6 5

2 3

4

Note: #7 is the center terminal and currently is most commonly used for backup lights

7 Way Connector

Wiring Diagram Marked Color Function

Trailer End 3 4

6

Brown

2

White Ground

3

Yellow Left Turn

2

5

1

Truck End

Tail Lights

1

4

Green

Right Turn

5

Blue

Electric Brakes

6

Black or Red

12v

4 3

6 5

2

1

Note: center terminal is 6

ROPERS: Keep this page with these diagrams handy in your vehicle in case you ever need to do a roadside repair.

This connector style is most commonly used on RV trailers and is becoming increasingly popular on horse and utility trailers.

As you can see in the illustration, the backside of the connector body is labeled at each terminal. The labels are listed with the function assigned to that pin.

On the tow vehicle side, wire color alone should not be relied on; always test and match the function to the appropriate terminal.

The trailer side, for the most part, is wired to match the connector colors. Any plug that has been changed or extended, should be tested when replacing to make sure the function matches the terminal.

It should be noted that the center terminal is labeled as an auxiliary circuit, most commonly used for backup lights and not a ground terminal as many try to make it.

Trailer Manufacturers Directory

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Barrett Trailers, Inc. 1831 Hardcastle Blvd.

P.O. Box 1500 Purcell, OK 73080 405.527.5050 www.barrett-trailers.com Bee Trailers 524 Harrell Road Climax, Georgia 31734 800.266.2052 www.beetrailers.com Bison Mfg., Inc. 804 S. Higbee Milford, IN 46542 574.658.4161 www.bisontrailer.com Bloomer Trailers, Inc. P.O. Box 1191 Salado, TX 76571 800.390.6377 www.bloomertrailers.com Bruton Trailers P.O. Box 1144 N. Main & 19 Street San Angelo, TX 76902 325.655.5733 www.brutontrailers.com Charmac Trailers 452 South Park Ave. West P.O. Box 205 Twin Falls, ID 83301 800.544.7904 www.charmactrailers.com Cherokee Aluminum Trailers 11301 South I-44 Oklahoma City, OK 73173 800.654.4967 www.cherokeetrailers.net

Cimarron Trailers Mfg. 1442 Highway 62 East Chickasha, OK 73023 405.222.4800 www.cimarrontrailers.com

Merhow Industries 617 South Miller Road White Pigeon, MI 49099 269.483.0010 www.merhow.com

Circle J Trailers 312 W. Simplot Blvd.

Caldwell, ID 83605 800-CircleJ www.circlejtrailers.com

Platinum Coach 4375 Santiam Highway SE Albany, OR 97322 888.333.7215 www.platinumcoach.net

CM Trailers P.O. Box 680 200 County Road Madill, OK 73446 888.268.7577 www.cmtrailers.com

S & H Trailers Mfg. 200 County Road Madill, OK 73446 800.367.5577 www.sandhtrailers.com

Double D Trailers P.O. Box 5607 Kinston, NC 28503 888.244.2029 www.doubletrailers.com Elite Trailers Mfg. 7700 SW 29th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73179 405.745.5757 www.elitetrailers.com Exiss Trailers 900 East Trail Blvd.

El Reno, OK 73036 800.256.6668 www.exiss.com Featherlite Trailers Highway 63 & 9 Cresco, IA 52136 800.800.1230 www.fthr.com Four-Star Trailers 10000 NW 10th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73127 800.848.3095 www.4startrailers.com Hart Trailers P.O. Box 270 Manawa, WI 54949 920.596.3080 www.hawktrailers.com Keifer Built, Inc. P.O. Box 10 Kanawha, IA 50447 888-2Kiefer www.kieferbuiltinc.com Lakota Trailer P.O. Box 219 Bristol, IN 46507 574.848.1636 www.lakotatrailers.com Logan Coach Trailers 675 N. 600 W., Suite #3 Logan, UT 84323 800.742.7047 www.logancoach.com

Sooner Trailers 900 East Trail Blvd.

El Reno, OK 73036 800.256.6668 www.soonertrailers.com Stidham Trailers P.O. Box 1691 Chickasha, OK 73023 www.stidhamtrailers.com Sundowner Trailers, Inc. 9805 OK Highway 48 South Coleman, OK 73432 800.654.3879 www.sundownertrailer.com Titan Trailers Mfg. 2306 Highway 77 Waterville, KS 66548 866.294.4514 www.titantrailer.com Trails West Trailers P.O. Box 67 Preston, ID 83263 208.852.2200 www.trailswesttrailers.com Travalong Trailers

By Liberty, Inc. 451 Highway 9 Waterville, KS 66548 785.363.2552 www.travalong.com Turnbow Trailers P.O. Box 300 115 West Broadway Oilton OK 74052 918.862.3233 www.turnbowtrailers.com WW Trailer P.O. Box 807 Hwy 199 West Madill, OK 73446 580.795.5571 www.wwtrailer.com

Bloomer Trailers The world’s leading manufacturer of custom and state-of-the-art horse trailers Period!

Manufacturing Custom Trailers with Durability and Style Bloomer Trailer Manufacturing, Inc. “The Choice of Champions” The proof is their brand loyal customer base, which includes multiple World champions from virtually every equine discipline.

They only trust a Bloomer Trailer when it comes to protecting their horses and know the technology is a vital key to their horse’s performance upon arriving at their event. No other trailer company has spent more money on research and development than Bloomer Trailers and they continue their practice of finding better and safer ways to transport your horses. Since Bloomers first trailer rolled out in 1998 it's commitment has and always will be to use only the best components available anywhere. Add a 10-year structural warranty to a trailer and feature components available only on a Bloomer Trailer and you quickly see why Bloomer Trailers have such a loyal customer base. Bloomer Trailers builds a product that stands alone in the Trailer market. However Bloomer realizes they aren't simply building the best trailer available anywhere in the world they are building a trailer that matches the way you live.

They call it the Bloomer Trailer lifestyle.

They are dedicated to the purpose of making it "Only the Best" OTB

The Bloomer Lifestyle!

In 2003 Bloomer Trailers built a state of the art production facility in Salado, Texas to serve as a convenient location for dealers, customers and their vendors. Upon completion Bloomer moved over forty employees and their families to Central Texas to continue the craftsmanship that was expected and desired by the Bloomer Trailers customers. Bloomer Trailers is the Official Trailer of the WNFR, NRCHA, WSTR, Texas High School Rodeo Association and a National Sponsor of the USTRC. In 2013 Bloomer Trailers has teamed up with the John Wayne Cancer Foundation to give away a trailer at the 2013 WNFR to one lucky John Wayne fan.

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Trails West Sierra Select Trailer The Sierra Select trailer features exclusive all aluminum vacuum bonded walls and roof. This provides a seamless construction that is attractive, light and very strong. The standard dimensions are 7 feet tall and 7 feet wide and also available in 7'6" height. The are outfitteds with rubber floor mats, rubber wall mats, drop down feed doors, divider pads, feed bags, feed door saftety screens and flood lights.

The carpeted and LED lit tack room includes a boot box, clothes rod, 25-gallon corner tank, three or four place tack stand, headstall holders, j-hooks and swing-out blanket racks, among other features. Sierra Select trailers come in 2-, 3- or 4-horse bumper pull sizes.

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Cowboy King Checks Off BFI

By Julie Mankin

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n rodeo circles, Trevor Brazile is a walking, talking legend with a rope who’s nodded his head 390 times at the NFR and earned 17 gold buckles. He’s the king; the man who can only extend his own records with virtually nothing new left to win.

But that hasn’t been the case at jackpots. The 2010 world champion header had never won a major roping, overshadowed by the likes of Clay Tryan, Turtle Powell and Chad Masters. In fact, he’d never even made the short round of the Bob Feist Invitational in some 15 years of trying.

That could be why the crowd got louder each time he and long-time partner Patrick Smith rode into the boxes at the 36th Annual BFI in Reno on June 24. The pair took the lead in the average immediately after their second steer and never relinquished it all day.

Through the first three rounds, it was Derrick Begay and Cesar de la Cruz hot on their heels. But the fourth steer went hard left and took Begay out.

That opened the door for Erich Rogers and Cory Petska to jockey in behind Brazile and Smith; they closed the gap to less than a second going into the short round.

“I kept thinking we’d pull away and get out ahead of second, but someone else always got closer,” said Brazile.

“It probably worked out for the best, because then we kept roping the way we’d been roping. It was a blessing in disguise.”

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Rogers and Petska had a little more on their minds – they also had to rope a steer in the Reno Rodeo just outside the BFI arena. A bogus bomb threat had put the fairgrounds on lockdown for nearly two hours and pushed slack back so their run was almost simultaneous with their BFI short-round steer.

They made a great run outdoors to place in the first round of the rodeo, and were just as snappy in the BFI short round, where their 7.24 gave them the lead in the roping by more than two seconds.

“I was thinking, ‘Just go catch and let my partner do the rest,’ said Rogers, who rode his No. 1 gelding, Rob, at both venues. “Just go catch.”

Meanwhile, Petska was operating on the opposite theory, pulling off shots on the first hop and out of the fence because that’s just how he rolls.

“I always came here and tried to take the sure shots because I was focused on winning the average – and I usually roped terrible,” said Petska, who rode a horse he bought from Jim Ross Cooper named Cruiser. “Today I just wanted to rope each steer as they came.”

Their run meant Brazile and Smith had to be 8.04 or faster to win the roping (they hadn’t been longer than 6.7 all day).

“Those guys were breathing down our necks all day,” said Smith, who also won the 2005 BFI with Clay Tryan.

“They roped a tough steer in the short round, too. It will sure make you take a deep breath.”

But he came tight with Brazile in a smooth 7.34, at which point Brazile threw his hat to the rafters for just the third time in his illustrious career.

“Winning the BFI was one of those bucket-list things that I wanted to do,” said Brazile. “It was really exciting. It’s up there as one of the best wins ever for me, because it eluded me for so long.”

In addition to earning $120,000 cash, Brazile and Smith went home with the prestigious first-place prize package that included trophy Gist buckles, Myler bits, Coats saddles and Best Ever pads, as well as trailer hitches, ropes, saddle racks, tack, boots and artwork. They also received ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour.

As friends and even TV star James Pickens Jr. congratulated Brazile and Smith on the arena floor, the two wisecracking partners hammed it up for social media in demonstrating their version of the “bro hug.”

Seven years together makes the Brazile-Smith enterprise one of the longest marriages in the history of the sport. The seventh time was the charm for them at the BFI. “It was kind of refreshing this year that nobody came up to me after I went out of the roping to tell me how much money they lost on me.” said Brazile. “I was just always like, ‘Sorry man, I had some money up, too.’”

But if Brazile felt that monkey on his back during the roping this year, he didn’t let it show.

“Patrick and I have both roped enough to know that one performance doesn’t really have to do with another,” Brazile said. “You have to get the job done every time and not worry too much about it.”

For Smith, the all-day roping is part of the challenge that makes the BFI stand apart from other lucrative

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Open ropings.

“It was like, ‘Let’s get this done!’” he said. “I’d like to run all six steers at 8 in the morning and have them call me with the results. But instead, you have to stay mentally strong and stick to your game plan, one steer at a time.”

Ironically, Smith and Brazile had both just gotten back onto their good sorrel horses after a year out with injuries. Both credit their mounts with making them unbeatable on June 24.

“Great horses make it easy,” said Brazile, who rode a 13-year-old gelding named Banker. “I can’t say enough about my horse. Getting him back made my job easy. I had to just go rope the horns.”

Banker’s real name is MM Cash Of Mia, and he was out with tendon injuries last year. Raised and trained by Jay Mattson of South Dakota, he was purchased by Brazile in 2011.

Incidentally, Banker is a half-brother to another of the greatest horses on the road – Clay Tryan’s 14-year-old gelding Dew The Dash.

Banker and Dew are both by a stud called Mia Cash Too, by Dash For Cash and out of an Easy Jet daughter. While Dew is Two Eyed Jack on the bottom, Banker is out of Melinda Mattson’s breakaway mare, Spratt’s Two One (a mixture of Rocket Bar, Doc Bar and Blue Valentine).

And Smith produced his trump card by pulling out 14-year-old Amigo after a second knee surgery. “Sunday Night Bingo,” the 2007 AQHA/PRCA Heel Horse of the Year, was purchased from Conley Donnell and is by Bingo Hickory, the sire of several outstanding heel horses thanks to the blood of Doc’s Hickory and Doc Quixote. On the bottom, Amigo is out of an own daughter of Gay Bar King that also went back to Sugar Bars.

“He feels as good as if he was 5 years old,” said Smith, who had only been to

one rodeo on the recovered horse prior to arriving in Reno. “He’s as sound as he ever has been. Dr. Josh Harvey of Outlaw Equine in Decatur, Texas, did a great job helping me get him back, and he was rehabilitated by Bowie Equine Hydro Therapy. He’s the reason I won this roping today.”

Rogers and Petska, who also won the Mike Cervi Jr. Memorial in February, took home $84,000 and used their rodeo steers that day to come back high call in the Reno Rodeo (they eventually placed second for $7,246).

Any other year, Brandon Beers and Jim Ross Cooper would have won the BFI with their six-head time, but it wound up third in 2013. Beers’ good mare, Jewel, had colicked so bad a week prior to the BFI that she’d been hospitalized with fluids. But she worked so well in Reno that Beers and Jim Ross Cooper earned $53,000 (including short round money) – and she was named Head Horse of the BFI. “She’s the best horse I ever rode,” said Beers. “She rates so hard sometimes you can’t get to your horn, and she leaves the box so fast I almost fell off her once at Oakdale.”

Jewel can be frustrating in that she won’t stand still and won’t let Beers give her vaccinations or de-worm her or just about anything. But he’s happy to tolerate her quirks.

“Tee Woolman told me one time that if you have a good mare, the worst thing you can ever do is get after her,” said Beers. “So I never have.”

Jewel is also a stellar heel horse, and he headed on her at the BFI with a twofoot long section of her tail tied to his saddle – a testament to her tremendous stop. The BFI marked Beers’ first day back roping with Cooper in 2013.

Cooper rode Kobe, the gelding he got from Jade Corkill when he traded Ice Cube back last winter.

Each of those top three teams bested

the BFI’s 9-year-old average record, and Brazile and Smith did it by more than three seconds with their 40.54 seconds on six head. Also during the fastest BFI in history, the five-year-old fast-time record was broken first by Brock Hanson and Kory Koontz with a 4.36 in the third round, then again when Spencer Mitchell and Dakota Kirchenschlager went 4.21 in the fifth. Remarkably, a five-second run didn’t even place in the fifth round.

Jim Ross Cooper, who was 8th at the 2012 BFI with Charly Crawford, wasn’t the only one to dip back into the top 10 in 2013. Daniel Green and Cody Cowden are now 12 for 12 in Reno, having placed fifth in 2012 in 50.48 seconds and ninth this year in 52.28 (for $9,000).

Both times, Cowden was riding his son Will’s horse Rattler, who this year was named Heel Horse of the BFI. “A friend of ours bought him and thought he was too small, so he handed Will the papers about two years ago,” said Cowden. “We’ve had a lot of luck on him ever since.”

Cowden said that 13-year-old Will could have crawled on Rattler immediately after the BFI and roped on him. In fact, they’d just come from a junior rodeo that weekend, where Will rode Rattler heeling for his second cousin, Mason Cowden (Liddon’s son).

Courtesy of the BFI, the bonus of practically a year’s salary is always life-changing, especially as contestants approach the most expensive and high-stakes week of rodeo – Cowboy Christmas. For all three teams who broke the former BFI average record, the richest one-day Open roping in the world had them – and their families – all smiles.

“I didn’t budget for this, considering the history I’ve had here,” cracked Brazile. “It’s definitely money I never had!” n SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 37

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UPCOMING EVENT

Central States Showdown Lake St. Louis, Missouri / August 16-18 2013

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he concept is new. The history is old. Present day Lake St. Louis can actually trace its history to some three thousand acres of land with a few farms located west of the Missouri River. Started in 1966 the main dam was completed in 1969. The city built around two recreational lakes will welcome USTRC team ropers to the Central States Showdown scheduled the weekend of August 16th through the 18th.

The city of Lake St. Louis was a planned community situated around two lakes between Interstate 70 and Interstate 64 in western St. Charles County, Missouri. It is a suburb of the greater St. Louis area.

Early inhabitants of the area were mound builders followed by the Osage and Missouri Indians and the Fox and Sac Indian tribes who settled in the areas surrounding what is now the Lake St. Louis area. The Spanish and French influence can be seen in many areas of St. Charles County. The eight hundred and forty five acre Daniel Boone farm and historic Boone home was originally a grant from the Spanish government and is located a few short miles from the Lake St. Louis area.

Joint effort in 1961 was supposedly intended to create a private resort community. The vision was for a weekend resort with a lake large enough for recreation and location close to St. Louis.

However, due to financial problems the concept was changed to just build a new town not just a resort community.

Regardless, the area is a fun place to visit. Throughout the area the Community Association has built a number of parks for picnicking and enjoying the outdoors. Hike and bike trails abound within beautiful wooded neighborhoods and parks. America’s Exposition Park will host the roping and ropers will have a roper friendly facility to cater to their needs. Once the roping is over a sandy beach gives swimmers and lake enthusiasts something to 40 / AUGUST 2013

do when the roping winds down.

Golf, picnicking and parks make the area a family oriented place to spend the weekend. Paths along a creek and through a forest give families some fun time as they explore the area.

The parks and recreation department’s goal is to encourage and support active lifestyles. With accessibility to the lakes, the outdoor activities and access to a variety of facilities there is lots to do and things to keep even the most active families occupied and busy.

Just minutes away is downtown St. Louis with the Arch, riverfront, and historic Laclede’s Landing Lake St. Louis offers a wide variety of entertainment within a very reasonable distance from the roping.

At Forest Park ropers and their families can take in lots of activities; the site of the 1904 World’s Fair, discover the worldrenowned St. Louis Zoo, Art Museum, Science Center, and Missouri History Museum. Cheer at the Edward Jones Dome for Rams football or Busch Stadium for Cardinals baseball. Stroll the worldclass Missouri Botanical Garden. Visit unique neighborhoods such as Soulard’s historic farmer’s market, the Central West End’s boutiques/antiques, and the funky, fun Delmar Loop.

There is so much to do and see. That’s what makes people fall in love with Lake St. Louis and keep coming back year after year.

If you are in the mood for some good team roping set you calendar date to take in the Central States Showdown. Plan to spend some quality time in the area. It will be a roping vacation you will not want to miss! <

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HORSE HEALTH continued from page 26 where they may be exposed to inclement weather (further increasing caloric demand). The end result may be significant loss of body condition.

I. Chronic diseases – virtually every chronic disease will result in poor feed efficiency and some loss of body condition. Specifically, melanoma, lymphoma, liver and kidney disease can affect horses of all ages but are most prevalent in senior horses, and can lead to ill thrift, poor body condition and hair coat.

J. Chronic pain – the negative effect that pain can have on the appetite and calorie needs of horses cannot be underestimated. Laminitis, osteoarthritis/degenerative joint disease, fractures, tendon and ligament injuries or degeneration and Navicular syndrome are just a few examples of musculoskeletal disorders that can result in sustained pain in horses and lead to dramatic weight loss. There are also other common causes of chronic discomfort and pain including improperly adjusted bits and curb chains, saddles that don’t fit properly or are improperly padded and hoof and leg soreness from poor farrier work. Pain can also contribute to anxious or highstrung behavior issues in many horses or the total opposite in other horses, becoming lethargic and dull. Horses that hurt are often harder keepers than sound, comfortable horses doing the same level and type of work. Regardless of the source of the pain, the detrimental impact on the horses’ appetite and body condition will be significant.

One important consideration is that horses in less than ideal condition may not feel very good and may have been pretty quiet to ride. A horse that has been sick, hurt or too thin is often a bit lethargic, especially if they’ve been on a low plane of nutrition. When they get healthy, quit hurting and are being fed properly, they may start feeling much better and initially feel like there is more energy there than you want. It’s important to realize a horse that feels

manageable because they don’t feel good won’t perform to their best ability and is more likely to hurt themselves trying to do the job. Most often, a horse that begins to feel better will level out within 30 – 45 days, they’ll still feel good but if they’re sound and healthy, the nervous energy should subside.

Weight gain and bloom are achieved not only through calories but also from providing a diet complete with essential amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. All these nutrients play a role in hair coat, muscle tone, hoof quality, immune function and over-all appearance and health. Calories replace body fat but regenerating lost muscle and improving hair coat and hoof quality requires complete and balanced nutrition. Purina® premium horse feeds formulated to support the calorie and nutritional demands of performance, include Strategy® GX Professional Formula, Omolene #200®, Omolene #400®, Omolene #500®, and Ultium® Competition Formula horse feeds. Whether you prefer sweet feeds or pelleted rations, these products are designed to provide the calorie and nutrient level needed to support weight gain and bloom. For horses with slightly lower work levels that don’t need to gain a great deal of body fat but do need improved topline and bloom, Strategy Healthy Edge® is a great option.

Purina® Amplify® horse supplement, is a nutritionally-balanced, high-fat supplement that provides very efficient calories for weight gain and bloom when a supplement is needed. Amplify® supplies a blend of vegetable oils, flax seed and rice bran to provide an exceptional fatty acid profile in addition to quality protein and a balance of vitamins and minerals.

You can certainly feed oats or lower quality feed along with good quality hay to accomplish weight gain, provided you have enough time and feed enough quantity. However, the end result can be a soft, fat horse that doesn’t have the muscle tone and “gleam from within” that can be achieved with a more complete balance of nutrition. Remember, this isn’t just about appearance on the outside but more about what is going on inside the horse that is reflected by keeping him in ideal condition. <

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On Tap

North Carolina Championships Eleven Bar East Ranch Sanford, North Carolina September 28-29, 2013 Jx2 Productions – John Johnson (423) 340-0640 Chad Shepard (813) 256-1836 USTRC www.ustrc.com Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info Places to Stay Comfort Inn & Suites (919) 842-5600 Hampton Inn (919) 775-2000 Holiday Inn & Suites (919) 776-6600 Places to Eat The Flame Steak House 109 Carbonton Rd. Sagebrush Steakhouse & Saloon 2100 Dalrymple St. Davison’s Steaks 1724 Westover Dr. Bud’s Barbeque 817 Cumnock Rd. The Steele Pig 133 S. Steele St. Golf Carolina Lakes Golf Course 53 Carolina Lakes Rd. Sanford Golf Course 600 Golf Course Ln. Quail Ridge Golf Course 5634 Quail Ridge Dr. Things to Do Spring Lane Stadium 10 1351 Douglas Dr. Kendale Bowling Lanes 139 Rand St. Aloha Safari Zoo 159 Mini Ln., Cameron, NC

Southern Oklahoma Classic Pontotoc County Agri-Plex Ada, Oklahoma October 4-6, 2013 Rope the Ozarks 417-547-3406 USTRC www.ustrc.com Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info Places to Stay Best Western (580) 332-6262 Holiday Inn Express (877) 786-9480 LaQuinta (580) 436-5000 Quality Inn (580) 332-9000

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Choice Hotels www.choicesportstravel.com Special rate ID #00214570

Places to Eat Applebee’s 1220 N. Mississippi Ave. Pigskins BBQ 300 S. Mississippi Ave. Fresco’s Mexican Grill 1010 Lonnie Abbott Blvd.

La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant 231 S. Mississippi Ave. Pollo’s Mexican Restaurant 219 W Main St. Golf Eccentric Duffer Golf Course 13205 County Road 1550 Pecan Valley Driving Range 3002 Ahloso Rd. Lakewood Golf Course 3130 Lakewood Dr. Things to Do Cinemark North Hills Cinema 6 1106 N. Hills Shopping Center Outlaws Bar 21124 County Road 1543 Lazer Zone Family Fun Center 14601 County Road 3544

USTRC National Finals of Team Roping Oklahoma State Fairgrounds Oklahoma City, Oklahoma www.okccvb.org October 26-November 3, 2013 USTRC www.ustrc.com Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info

Arriving from Wichita, Kansas (Southbound I-35) Take southbound I-35 to the I-44 west exit on the north side of Oklahoma City. Proceed west on I-44 until you reach the N.W. 10th Street eastbound exit.

Follow this exit to the first stoplight (89er Drive) and turn right. Turn left at the second stop sign and you will enter State Fair Park at Gate 9.

Arriving from Tulsa, Oklahoma (Westbound I-44) Proceed west on I-44 until you reach the N.W. 10th Street eastbound exit. Follow the eastbound exit to the first stoplight (89er Drive) and turn right. Turn left at the second stop sign and you will enter State Fair Park at Gate 9.

Guthrie Shoot Out Championships Lazy E Arena www.lazye.com Guthrie, Oklahoma www.guthrieok.com October 25-November 2, 2013 Jeff Smith USTRC www.ustrc.com Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info Places to Eat El Rodeo Mexican Restaurant (405) 260-7646 Stables Café (405) 282-0893 www.stablescafe.biz Golf Cimarron National Golf Club (405) 282-7888 Cedar Valley Golf Club (405) 282-4800 Things to Do Double Stop Fiddle Shop and Music Hall www.doublestop.com (405) 282-6646 Guthrie Trolley (405) 282-6000 Guthrie Love Carriages (405) 282-0299 Beacon Drive-In Theatre (405) 282-4512

Arriving from Amarillo, Texas (Eastbound I-40) Take I-40 east to the I-44 eastbound exit. Get in the right lane and take the first exit (N.W. 10th Street eastbound/Fair Park). Once you have entered the exit stay right and take the State Fair Park exit ramp. This will take you to Gate 9 on the north side of State Fair Park.

Arriving from Dallas, Texas (Northbound I-35) Take I-35 north into south Oklahoma City to the I240 westbound exit. Follow I-240 westbound and it will curve around to the right and change into I-44 eastbound. Proceed on I-44 eastbound until you reach the N.W. 10th Street eastbound exit. Once you have entered the exit stay right and take the State Fair Park exit ramp. This will take you to Gate 9 on the north side of State Fair Park.

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Arriving from Ft. Smith, Arkansas (Westbound I-40) Take I-40 west to the I-44 eastbound exit. Stay in the right lane and take the first exit (N.W. 10th Street eastbound/Fair Park). Once you have entered the exit stay right and take the State Fair Park exit ramp. This will take you to Gate 9 on the north side of State Fair Park.

Places to Stay For the most fun stay during the Cinch NFTR, choose Bricktown.

Hampton Inn & Suites (405) 232-3600 (Ask for USTRC Group Block for Special Rates) Hilton Garden Inn (405) 942-1400 (Ask for United States Team Roping Group Rates or use booking code UST for special rates)

Places to Eat Cimarron Steak House www.cimarronsteakhouse.com (405) 948-7778 Cattlemen’s Steakhouse www.cattlemensrestaurant.com (405) 236-0416 Outback Steakhouse www.outbacksteakhouse.com (405) 686-0918 Trapper’s Fish Camp www.funfresh.com (405) 943-9111 Golf Silverhorn Golf Club Tinker Golf Course

Things to Do National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum www.nationalcowboymuseum.org (405) 478-2250 Science Museum Oklahoma www.sciencemuseumok.org (405) 602-6664 Oklahoma Children’s Theatre www.oklahomachildrenstheatre.org Toby Keiths I Love This Bar & Grill www.tobykeithsbar.com (405) 231-0254 Bass Pro Shops Oklahoma City, OK 200 Bass Pro Dr

silverhorn.americangolf.com (405) 752-1181 www.tinkerservices.com (405) 734-2909

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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)

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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.

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MI

Last Name

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WINNEMUCCA, NEVADA

Aug 23-25, 2013

LOVELAND, COLORADO

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA

Aug 30 - Sept 2, 2013

Oct 26 - Nov 3, 2013

PASO ROBLES, CALIFORNIA

June 28-30, 2013

CLOVIS, NEW MEXICO

Aug 1-4, 2013

MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF

$4,000 TO AVERAGE WINNERS OF THE OPEN AND THE #15 SHOOT-OUT

WACO, TEXAS

$8,000

Aug 8-11, 2013

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

MINIMUM

$17,500 ADDED CASH TO GOLD PLUS PURSE

2013 REGIONALS: WEST COAST EASTERN NORTHWEST HIGH PLAINS

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MURFREESBORO, TENNESSEE

July 11-14, 2013

2013 NFTR:

$1,000,000 ADDED ESTIMATED

$5,000,000 CASH AND PRIZES

MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF TUNICA, MISSISSIPPI

$5,000

Aug 30 - Sept 2, 2013

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

$10,000 2013 REGIONALS: LONE STAR SOUTHWEST SOUTHEAST

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

MINIMUM

$17,500 ADDED CASH TO GOLD PLUS PURSE

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August 23-25, 2013 7INNEMUCCA #ONVENTION #ENTER s WINNEMUCCA, NV

NORTHWEST REGIONAL FRI, AUG 23, 8 AM

SAT, AUG 24, 8 AM

SUN, AUG 25, 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 3HOOT /UT

s 0ICK $RAW CAPPED AT

s 3HOOT /UT s (ANDICAP s 3HOOT /UT s WITH )NCENTIVE s 3HOOT /UT

Entry Fee is $150/roper.

May enter 2 times in each roping.

PRELIMINARY FORMAT B

SCHEDULE s (ANDICAP

SHOOT-OUTS

s CAPPED AT %LITE WITH )NCENTIVE

s CAPPED AT %LITE

WITH )NCENTIVE

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 AUGUST 9, 2013

SAT, 12 NOON

SUN, 6:30 AM

+IDS 5NDER

n n

Cowboy Church

DRAW POSITIONS AVAILABLE AUGUST 21, 2013 WWW.USTRC.COM

Current Coggins may be requested.

STALLS: Reservations taken from Gold Plus members only. Must be made no later than !UGUST &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 HOTELS: Winners Hotel and Casino 185 West Winnemucca Blvd 7INNEMUCCA .6 s Winnemucca Inn 7EST 7INNEMUCCA "LVD 7INNEMUCCA .6 s

CHOICE HOTELS: CHOICESPORTSTRAVEL COM s 3PECIAL 2ATE )$

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2012 TOTAL PAYOUT:

$250,306 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

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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 Buckles

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

16 Trophy Gist 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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August 30 - September 2, 2013 4HE 2ANCH )NDOOR !RENA s LOVELAND, CO

HIGH PLAINS REGIONAL SCHEDULE FRI, AUG 30, 9 AM

SUN, SEP 1, 9 AM

MON, SEP 2, 9 AM

s Open (with #15 Incentive)

s #11 (with #10 Incentive)

s #15 Handicap

s #11 Shoot-Out

s #9 (capped at Elite #5) with #8 Incentive

s #15 Shoot-Out

s #10 (capped at Elite #6), with #9 Incentive

s #9 Shoot-Out (capped at Elite #5)

s #10 Shoot-Out (capped at Elite #6)

s #8 Pick/Draw (capped at #4)

s #13 Handicap s #13 Shoot-Out

SAT, AUG 31, 9 AM s Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) Century Bonus Available. $17,500 min. added to GP purse. s #12 (with #11 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.

SHOOT-OUTS Entry Fee is $150/roper.

May enter 2 times in each roping.

PRELIMINARY FORMAT B 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:

s #12 Shoot-Out

PRE-ENTRY REQUIRED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY AUGUST 16, 2013

SUN, 12 NOON

SUN, 6:30 AM

Kids 6 & Under, 7–9, 10–12

Cowboy Church

DRAW POSITIONS AVAILABLE AUGUST 28, 2013 WWW.USTRC.COM

Current Coggins may be requested.

STALLS: Reservations taken from Gold Plus members only. Must be made no later than August 23, 2013. For reservations, call Lauren Hardman at 254.968.0002 x5102. All other stalls on a first-come, first-served basis. No tie-outs allowed. $25/night plus shavings.

For more information visit ustrc.com

Fairfield Inn and Suites 1710 Foxtail Drive Loveland, CO 80538 970-776-2303

CHOICE HOTELS: choicesportstravel.com Special Rate ID# 00214570

DIRECTIONS: 5280 Arena Circle Loveland, CO

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2012 TOTAL PAYOUT:

$324,769 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 Buckles

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

16 Trophy Gist 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, CONTâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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

AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COWBOY SPORT

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REGIONAL PRELIMINARY

g Northwest, NV g High Plains, CO

2013 REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM • ANYONE CAN ENTER • Entries must be postmarked by the Friday two weeks prior to the date of the roping Team Roper’s Name _____________________________________________________________________________ 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!

E-MAIL ADDRESS ___________________________________@___________________________ • 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 If you are drawing a partner National Office, 254/968-0002.

INCLUDE YOUR OWN

ID No. ____________________________________________________________________________

ATTENTION: YOU MUST AND YOUR PARTNER’S USTRC ID#.

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

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

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

HEELER

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

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

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

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HEELER

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

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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

HEELER

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Guaranteed Minimum $17,500 Added to GP Purse.

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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#10 Roping, capped at an Elite #6 (#9 Incentive) • $100/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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#9 Roping, capped at an Elite #5 (#8 Incentive) • $100/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries

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

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HEELER

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

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HEELER

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

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#8 Pick/Draw, capped at #4

On Site Entry ONLY! See ad for details

MUST HAVE A CURRENT USTRC CARD TO COLLECT WINNINGS

HEELER

By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge reading and understanding the release form on reverse of this page.

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Late fees $ _____________

GOLD PLUS MEMBERSHIP ($300.00) ID# ___________ $ _____________ GOLD SPUR CLUB MEMBERSHIP ($100.00) ID# ___________ $ _____________ TOTAL MONEY ENCLOSED

$ ________________

SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 59

USTRC REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM

please write the word Divisions you are eligible to draw into are listed in the Draw-In Option “DRAW” as your partner Chart in the Format section at the back of SuperLooper Magzaine Open Roping • (#15 Incentive) • 5-steer Average • May enter up to three times provided at least ONE entry is Incentive • $250/Roper Guaranteed Minimum $4,000 to the Average Winners

Reg Entry Format B 2013_Layout 1 7/8/13 4:00 PM Page 60

REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT

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2013 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT ENTRY FORM • MUST PRE-ENTER Team Roper’s Name _____________________________ ID No. _________________________ Phone Number (_____) ______________ E-Mail Address ________________@_______________

SEE ENTRY DEADLINE AND MAILING INFORMATION ON PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM.

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 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

USTRC REGIONAL SHOOT- OUT ENTRY FORM

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 .

ATTENTION:

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

MUST HAVE A CURRENT USTRC CARD TO COLLECT WINNINGS

By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge reading and understanding the release indicated above.

60 / AUGUST 2013

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

Late Fees $ __________ TOTAL MONEY ENCLOSED $ __________

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S UC C ESS IS I N YOUR HA ND S

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Search “The Classic Real Deal”

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August 8-11, 2013 (EART OF 4EXAS &AIR 3HOW 0AVILION s WACO, TX

LONE STAR REGIONAL SCHEDULE SAT, AUG 10, 8 AM

SUN, AUG 11, 8 AM

s /PEN WITH )NCENTIVE

s WITH )NCENTIVE

s (ANDICAP

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s 3HOOT /UT

s CAPPED AT %LITE

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s 3HOOT /UT CAPPED AT %LITE

s 3HOOT /UT CAPPED AT %LITE

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FRI, AUG 9, 8 AM s 'OLD 0LUS WITH )NCENTIVE #ENTURY "ONUS Available. $17,500 min. added to GP purse. s WITH )NCENTIVE

Entry Fee is $150/roper.

May enter 2 times in each roping.

PRELIMINARY FORMAT A

THUR, AUG 8, 8 AM

s (ANDICAP

SHOOT-OUTS

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.

s 3HOOT /UT

PRE-ENTRY REQUIRED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JULY 26, 2013

SAT, 12 NOON

SUN, 6:30 AM

+IDS 5NDER

n n

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DRAW POSITIONS AVAILABLE AUGUST 7, 2013 WWW.USTRC.COM

Current Coggins may be requested.

STALLS: Reservations taken from Gold Plus members only. Must be made no later than !UGUST &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 $150/roper.

May enter 2 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: Fairfield Inn 5805 N Woodway DDrive 7OODWAY 48 s

CHOICE HOTELS: CHOICESPORTSTRAVEL COM s 3PECIAL 2ATE )$

DIRECTIONS: "OSQUE "LVD 7ACO 48 Hwy 6 from West 4AKE "OSQUE "LVD %XIT TURN LEFT ON "OSQUE TO ,AKE !IR %XTRACO %VENTS #ENTER IS ON RIGHT I-35 from South: 4AKE .EW 2OAD %XIT TURN LEFT ON .EW 2OAD GO TO "OSQUE AND TURN LEFT 'O PAST %XTRACO %VENTS #ENTER AND TURN RIGHT ON ,AKE !IR %XTRACO %VENTS #ENTER IS ON RIGHT I-35 from North 4AKE 6ALLEY -ILLS $R %XIT 4URN RIGHT ON 6ALLEY -ILLS $R TURN RIGHT ON ,AKE !RK %XTRACO %VENTS #ENTER IS ON RIGHT

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2012 TOTAL PAYOUT:

$475,876 CASH AND PRIZES

2013 PRIZES:

MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF

$5,000

SHOOT-OUT

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

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12 Trophy Custom Martin Saddles

$10,000

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

02):%3 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

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8 Trophy Custom Martin Saddles

6 Trophy Gist Buckles

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

3 Trophy Gist Buckles

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

16 Trophy Gist 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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August 30 - September 2, 2013 %XPO #ENTER s TUNICA, MS

SOUTHEAST REGIONAL SCHEDULE

Entry Fee is $150/roper.

May enter 2 times in each roping.

PRELIMINARY FORMAT A

FRI, AUG 30, 8 AM

SUN, SEP 1, 8 AM

MON, SEP 2, 8 AM

s /PEN WITH )NCENTIVE

s WITH )NCENTIVE

s (ANDICAP

s 3HOOT /UT

s CAPPED AT %LITE WITH )NCENTIVE

s CAPPED AT %LITE

WITH )NCENTIVE

s 3HOOT /UT CAPPED AT %LITE

s 3HOOT /UT CAPPED AT %LITE

s 0ICK $RAW CAPPED AT

s 3HOOT /UT s (ANDICAP s 3HOOT /UT

SAT, AUG 31, 8 AM s 'OLD 0LUS WITH )NCENTIVE #ENTURY "ONUS Available. $17,500 min. added to GP purse. s WITH )NCENTIVE

SHOOT-OUTS

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.

Entry Fee is $150/roper.

May enter 2 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:

s 3HOOT /UT

PRE-ENTRY REQUIRED ENTRIES MUST BE POSTMARKED BY AUGUST 16, 2013

SUN, 12 NOON

SUN, 6:30 AM

Kids 6 & Under, n n

Cowboy Church

DRAW POSITIONS AVAILABLE AUGUST 28, 2013 WWW.USTRC.COM

Current Coggins may be requested.

STALLS: Reservations taken from Gold Plus members only. Must be made no later than August 23, 2013. For reservations, call Lauren Hardman at 254.968.0002 x5102.

All other stalls on a first-come, first-served basis. No tie-outs allowed.

For more information visit ustrc.com

Harahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 13615 Old Hwy 61 North Robinsonville, MS 38664 800-946-4946

CHOICE HOTELS: CHOICESPORTSTRAVEL COM s 3PECIAL 2ATE )$

DIRECTIONS: Tunica Arena and Expo (WY 4UNICA -3 662-363-3299

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2012 TOTAL PAYOUT:

$380,121 CASH AND PRIZES

2013 PRIZES:

MINIMUM GUARANTEE OF

$5,000

SHOOT-OUT

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

PRIZES

12 Trophy Custom Martin Saddles

$10,000

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 Buckles

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

16 Trophy Gist 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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Reg Entry-Format A 2013_Layout 1 7/8/13 4:08 PM Page 67

REGIONAL PRELIMINARY

g LONESTAR, TX g SOUTHEAST, MS

2013 REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM • ANYONE CAN ENTER Team Roper’s Name _______________________________________________________________________________ ID No. ______________________________________________________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________@_______________________________

ATTENTION: YOU MUST INCLUDE YOUR OWN AND YOUR PARTNER’S USTRC ID#.

If you are drawing a partner please write the word “DRAW” as your partner

• 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.

Divisions you are eligible to draw into are listed in the Draw-In Option Chart in the Format section at the back of SuperLooper Magzaine

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

HEELER

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

HEELER

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

HEELER

#15 Handicap Roping • $150/Roper • Maximum of 2 entries

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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#13 Handicap Roping • $150/Roper • Maximum of 2 entries

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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Gold Plus #12 Roping • (#10 Incentive) • $150/Roper • Maximum of 3 entries. • Guaranteed Minimum $17,500 Added to GP Purse.

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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#12 Roping (#11 Incentive) • $150/Roper • Maximum of 2 entries

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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#11 Roping (#10 Incentive) • $150/Roper • Maximum of 2 entries

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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#10 Roping, capped at an Elite #6 (#9 Incentive) • $150/Roper • Maximum of 2 entries

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

USTRC REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM

Open Roping • (#15 Incentive) • May enter up to three times provided at least one entry is Incentive. Maximum of 3 entries • $250/Roper Guaranteed Minimum $5,000 to the Average Winners

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#9 Roping, capped at an Elite #5 (#8 Incentive) • $150/Roper • Maximum of 2 entries

____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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HEELER

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____________________________________ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$ __________ HEADER

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#8 Pick/Draw, capped at #4

HEELER

On Site Entry ONLY! See ad for details

MUST HAVE A CURRENT USTRC CARD TO COLLECT WINNINGS

By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge reading and understanding the release form on page 2.

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Late fees $ _____________ GOLD PLUS MEMBERSHIP ($300.00) ID# ___________ $ _____________ GOLD SPUR CLUB MEMBERSHIP ($100.00) ID# ___________ $ _____________ TOTAL MONEY ENCLOSED

$ ________________

SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 67

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REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT

g LONESTAR, TX g SOUTHEAST, MS

2013 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT ENTRY FORM • MUST PRE-ENTER Team Roper’s Name _____________________________ ID No. _________________________ SEE ENTRY DEADLINE AND MAILING INFORMATION ON Phone Number (_____) ______________ E-Mail Address ________________@_______________ PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM. 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

USTRC REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT ENTRY FORM

discharges USTRC and its directors, officers, representatives, employees, sponsors and agents from all liability, loss, claims, damages and 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 .

ATTENTION:

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 $5,000 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 $10,000 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 $10,000 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 $10,000 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 $10,000 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 $10,000 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

MUST HAVE A CURRENT USTRC CARD TO COLLECT WINNINGS

HEELER

By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge reading and understanding the release indicated above.

68 / AUGUST 2013

Late Fees $ ________ TOTAL MONEY ENCLOSED $ __________

Sponsor RIGHT 7_13_ *Sponsor Page right 7/1/13 3:44 PM Page 69

Proud Sponsors of the USTRC

SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 69

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We GUARANTEE $1,000,000 ADDED to the NFTR DQG +HUH·V +RZ LW %HQHÀ WV <RX #15 + $120,000

#11 + $150,000

#8

#13 + $120,000

#10 + $150,000

#12 GP + $50,000

#12 + $150,000

#9

#10 GP + $50,000

Estimated

+ $150,000

+ $60,000

$5,000,000 Cash and Prize Purse at the 2013 NFTR

All this for a $350 Entry Fee! The Roping Revolution is Real and It’s Here to Stay!

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

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Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re Invited!

Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss the newest event at this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s NFTR

At the

NFT R s "OOKS ARE OPEN ./7 s ,IMITED TO TEAMS IN EACH DIVISION s ROPER ENTER TIME PER DIVISION s &ULL 2OUNDS 4OP TO THE 3HORT 2OUND

4OP TO #ONSOLATION 3HORT 2OUND s /PEN TO ALL 5342# MEMBERS YEARS OLD AND OLDER ON THE DAY OF THE ROPING s .O m EX EARNINGS ARE REQUIRED

US Invitational #12 October 30, 2013

US Invitational #10 October 31, 2013

PLAY BIG, WIN BIG WAYS TO WIN YOUR MONEY BACK PAYBACK PLUS FULL 5342# 0RIZELINE

Example Payout Based on 200 Teams: &AST 4IME 2OTATIONS ST

ND s -AIN !VERAGE 3HORT 'O ST

4 Head Average Payout TH 1st - $128,000 TH ND

TH RD

TH TH

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TH TH TH TH TH

TH TH TH TH TH

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1st - $12,000 TH

2nd - $10,000 TH

3rd - $8,000 TH

TH

TH

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4EAMS PLACING ST TH ARE NOT ELIGIBLE FOR ROTATION &AST 4IME PAY

BOOKS ARE OPEN US Invitational #12 s 3TEER !VERAGE s &ULL 2OUNDS s 3HORT 2OUNDS s 2OPER ____________________________________ID#_____________ / _________________________________ID#_____________$ __________ Header Heeler

53 )NVITATIONAL CAPPED AT A s 3TEER !VERAGE s &ULL 2OUNDS s 3HORT 2OUNDS s 2OPER ____________________________________ID#_____________ / _________________________________ID#_____________$ __________ Header Heeler s -AKE ENTRY FEES PAYABLE AND MAIL TO 5342# #ENTRAL %NTRY 0/ "OX 3TEPHENVILLE 48 OR CALL TO ENTER 5342# MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED s 4O BE ELIGIBLE ROPERS MUST HAVE PARTICIPATED IN A 5342# 3ANCTIONED 'RASSROOTS !Fl LIATE 7342 1UALIl ER OR 2EGIONAL &INALS ROPING DURING THE SEASON

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P

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OCT 26 - NOV 3, 2013 OKLAHOMA STATE FAIRGROUNDS OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

GUARANTEED

$1,000,000 ADDED TO THE CINCH NFTR OVER $5,000,000 CASH AND PRIZES PAID OUT IN 2012 NOW THAT’S THE AMERICAN DREAM IN ACTION.

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SHOOT-OUTS

PRELIMINARIES

US INVITATIONAL #12 & #10

Pre-entry only

Pre-entry only

s s s s

s !LL DIVISIONS ROPER ENTER TWICE s STEER !VERAGE IN THE s STEER !VERAGE IN THE

'OLD 0LUS AND s !LL DIVISIONS PROGRESSIVE AFTER s !LL DIVISIONS THE TOP TEAMS ADVANCE TO 3HORT 2OUND

s s s s

s

ROPER IN ALL DIVISIONS AXIMUM OF ENTRIES STEER !VERAGE IN THE /PEN STEER !VERAGE IN THE

0ROGRESSIVE AFTER ) NCENTIVES IN ALL DIVISIONS 4OP TEAMS OR WHICHEVER IS GREATER ADVANCE TO 3HORT 2OUND !LL ELIGIBLE TEAMS TO 3HORT 2OUND WILL ADVANCE TO 3HOOT /UT EXCEPT IN THE /PEN $IVISION 53 /PEN 4OUR POINTS WILL BE AWARDED THROUGH TH PLACE 4OP l VE )NCENTIVE TEAMS ADVANCE TO 3HOOT /UT

Pre-entry only

US OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS Pre-entry only

SPECIALTY ROPINGS

s ROPER s FULL ROUNDS STEER !VERAGE s PAYBACK

Draw in option available for Preliminary Divisions (#15-#9), Century and Cruel Girl Championships only. Must Pre Enter. For eligibility see Draw-In Option chart in Format Section in the back of this issue.

Pre-entry only

s AND 5NDER

s /CT .OV !-

USTRC FINALS SCHEDULE

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27 0RELIMINARY 53 /PEN #HAMPIONSHIPS MONDAY, OCTOBER 28 3HOOT /UT 0RELIMINARY

s #RUEL 'IRL #HAMPIONSHIPS IS A WITH A )NCENTIVE s #ENTURY IS A WITH A )NCENTIVE

BOTH ENDS OR OVER WITHIN THE CALENDAR YEAR s ROPER ENTER TWICE s STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER

ALL USTRC MEMBERS WELCOME

Events begin daily at 8AM SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 /PEN 0RELIMINARY 0RELIMINARY 3HOOT /UT

s YEARS OR OLDER THE DAY OF THE EVENT s ,IMITED TO TEAMS s STEER !VERAGE FULL ROUNDS WITH A STEER #ONSOLATION s TEAMS TO 3HORT 2OUND FOR -AIN !VERAGE s TEAMS TO #ONSOLATION 3HORT 2OUND s ROPER ENTER ONCE s 0AYBACK CHANCES TO WIN YOUR MONEY BACK s CAPPED AT A s .O CAPS

Must be current at time of entry

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 3HOOT /UT 'OLD 0LUS 3HOOT /UT

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1 3HOOT /UT 0RELIMINARY

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 #ENTURY #HAMPIONSHIP 53 )NVITATIONAL 'OLD 0LUS 3HOOT /UT

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2 3HOOT /UT *R ,OOPER 3HOOT /UT 0RELIMINARY

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31 #RUEL 'IRL #HAMPIONSHIP 53 )NVITATIONAL 0RELIMINARY

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3 3HOOT /UT 3HOOT /UT

All Entries must be postmarked by September 20, 2013 to avoid late fees! September 27 is the deadline for Gold Plus phone entries. No entries will be accepted after October 4. Draw positions available October 16 at www.ustrc.com.

CURRENT COGGINS REQUIRED.

SPONSORS

2013 or 2014 membership required before you enter.

For more information visit USTRC.COM

AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COWBOY SPORT

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NFTR SCHEDULE OKC STATE FAIR COLISEUM

MAIN ARENA

Events begin daily at 8 am SATURDAY OCT. 26

SUNDAY OCT. 27

MONDAY OCT. 28

TUESDAY OCT. 29

WEDNESDAY OCT. 30

THURSDAY OCT. 31

FRIDAY NOV. 1

SATURDAY NOV. 2

SUNDAY NOV. 3

Open Preliminary

#13 Preliminary

#13 Shoot-Out

#12 Shoot-Out

Century Championship

Cruel Girl Championship

#11 Shoot-Out

#10 Shoot-Out

#9 Shoot-Out

#10 Preliminary

Jr Looper Shoot-Out

#8 Shoot-Out

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING #15 Preliminary

US Open Championships (All Rounds)

#12 Preliminary

#12 Gold Plus Shoot-Out

#12 US Invitational

#10 US Invitational

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING #15 Shoot-Out

#10 Gold Plus Shoot-Out

#11 Preliminary

#9 Preliminary

BARN #8 OKLAHOMA STATE FAIRGROUNDS

2ND ARENA

Events begin daily at 8 am SATURDAY OCT. 26

SUNDAY OCT. 27

MONDAY OCT. 28

TUESDAY OCT. 29

WEDNESDAY OCT. 30

THURSDAY OCT. 31

FRIDAY NOV. 1

SATURDAY NOV. 2

SUNDAY NOV. 3

Open and #15 Shoot-Out Rounds 2 & 4

#13 Rounds 2 & 3

#13 Shoot-Out Rounds 2 & 4

Rounds 2 & 3

Rounds 2 & 3

Rounds 2 & 3

Rounds 2 & 3

Rounds 2 & 3

Rounds 2 & 3

#12 Rounds 2 & 3

#15 Rounds 2 & 3

BARN #6 OKLAHOMA STATE FAIRGROUNDS

BARN #3

Events begin daily at 9 am

Events begin at 9 am

SUNDAY OCT. 27

MONDAY OCT. 28

TUESDAY OCT. 29

WEDNESDAY OCT. 30

THURSDAY OCT. 31

FRIDAY NOV. 1

SATURDAY NOV. 2

WEDNESDAY OCT. 30

SATURDAY NOV. 2

USTRC Challenge

USTRC Challenge

USTRC Challenge

USTRC Challenge

USTRC Challenge

USTRC Challenge

USTRC Challenge

Jr Looper Preliminary

Jr Looper Preliminary

LAZY E ARENA

GUTHRIE, OKLAHOMA

Events begin daily at 9 am See ad for format details

FRIDAY OCT. 25

SATURDAY OCT. 26

SUNDAY OCT. 27

MONDAY OCT. 28

TUESDAY OCT. 29

WEDNESDAY OCT. 30

THURSDAY OCT. 31

FRIDAY NOV. 1

SATURDAY NOV. 2

Open #15 #13

#13 #12 #11

#12 #11 #10

#11 #10 #9

#11 #10 #9

#11 #10 #9

#10 #9 #8

#9 #8

#8 (#6 Inc)

AMERICA’S COWBOY SPORT

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STALL RESERVATIONS Please make sure that this form is filled out clearly and completely. Your stall confirmation will be mailed the week of September 30, 2013. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY! Name:

ID Number:

Address:

City:

Cell Phone:

State:

Daytime Phone:

Zip:

Evening Phone:

Stall Fees

RV Hookups

s $20/night

/VER 26 SPACES WITH ALL HOOKUPS

PLUS SHOWERS AND RESTROOMS AVAILABLE ON &AIRGROUNDS l RST COME l RST SERVED BASIS

s ONE TIME PRE BEDDING FEE REQUIRED FOR EACH STALL CUBIC FEET s 'OLD 0LUS MEMBERS MAY MAKE RESERVATIONS BY PHONE on or before 3EPTEMBER

s !LL OTHER RESERVATIONS MUST BE postmarked on or before 3EPTEMBER

NO EXCEPTIONS

.O RESERVATIONS ON SITE RENTAL ONLY AT /+#

s 2ESERVATIONS NOT ACCEPTED AFTER 3EPTEMBER

Indicate the number of horses that will be staying each night FRIDAY, OCT. 25

SATURDAY, OCT. 26

SUNDAY, OCT. 27

MONDAY, OCT. 28

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 30

THURSDAY, OCT. 31

FRIDAY, NOV. 1

SATURDAY, NOV. 2

Number of nights:

x $20 x no. of horses

=

*$12 required for each stall for 8 cubic feet of bedding

*$12 x no. of horses

=

TUESDAY, OCT. 29

Stalls available at the LAZY E ARENA in Guthrie, OK on Wednesday, October 23 and Thursday, October 24.

Total Amount Enclosed Stall Info s CURRENT COGGINS REQUIRED s )F YOUR PLANS CHANGE AND YOU NEED TO CANCEL PLEASE NOTIFY THE 5342# X BEFORE /CTOBER .O REFUNDS WILL BE MADE AFTER /CTOBER s 3TALL CHECK IN TIME IS AM DAILY s 3TALL CHECK OUT AND LOCK DOWN TIME WILL BE AT AM DAILY %XTENDED STAY WILL BE ON AN AVAILABILITY BASIS ONLY s !FTER AM A l NE PER STALL WILL BE CHARGED FOR LOCK DOWNS s /NE HORSE PER STALL s !LL STALLS WILL BE PRE BEDDED

Facility Rules s (ORSES WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO BE TIED TO TRAILERS OVERNIGHT !NY HORSES LEFT TIED TO TRAILERS WILL BE STALLED BY SECURITY AND OWNER WILL BE CHARGED PER HORSE PER DAY s .O PORTABLE PENS WILL BE ALLOWED

AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COWBOY SPORT

This reservation form must be completed in its entirety and mailed with payment.

Please make check or money orders payable to USTRC or complete the credit card information and postmark by September 20, 2013.

-AIL TO 5342# &INALS 3TALLS 0 / "OX

3TEPHENVILLE 4EXAS .ATIONAL /Fl CE

Visa / Mastercard Payment Information Cardholder: Visa/MC Acct. #: Signature:

Exp. Date:

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SPECIALTY ROPINGS OKLAHOMA CITY FAIRGROUNDS

GOLD PLUS SHOOT-OUTS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29

s 0RE %NTRY ONLY SEE ENTRY FORMS FOR DETAILS

'OLD 0LUS 3HOOT /UT

s %NTRY &EES ROPER s &OUR STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

s -AXIMUM OF ENTRIES IN EACH DIVISION

'OLD 0LUS 3HOOT /UT

s 'OLD 0LUS MEMBERS AND OLDER ON THE DAY OF THE ROPING ONLY s 1UALIl CATION MAY BE THROUGH 'OLD 0LUS -EMBERSHIP &LEX %ARNINGS 5342# 'OLD 0LUS ROPING OR 5342# #HALLENGE ROPING s -UST HAVE COMPETED IN A SEASON 5342# 2EGIONAL 3ANCTIONED !Fl LIATE OR 'RASSROOTS EVENT OR 7342 EVENT s 0ER 3ECTION OF 5342# 2ULEBOOK 5342# RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE ENTRIES THAT $/ ./4 MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

USTRC CENTURY CHAMPIONSHIPS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

s WITH )NCENTIVE s 2OPERS MUST BE YEARS OLD WITHIN THE CALENDAR YEAR OR OLDER s -UST BE A CURRENT 5342# MEMBER AT TIME OF ENTRY NO PRE QUALIl CATION REQUIRED s 0RE %NTRY ONLY SEE ENTRY FORMS FOR DETAILS s %NTRY FEES ROPER s &OUR STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE s -AXIMUM OF ENTRIES s ST THROUGH RD PLACE IN !VERAGE AND ST PLACE IN )NCENTIVE !VERAGE WILL RECEIVE PAID .ATIONAL 3HOOT /UT POSITIONS IN THE 3HOOT /UT DIVISION OF THEIR CHOICE

CRUEL GIRL CHAMPIONSHIPS THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

s WITH )NCENTIVE s -UST BE A CURRENT 5342# MEMBER AT TIME OF ENTRY NO PRE QUALIl CATION REQUIRED s 0RE %NTRY ONLY SEE ENTRY FORMS FOR DETAILS s %NTRY FEES ROPER s &OUR STEER !VERAGE PROGRESSIVE AFTER ONE s -AXIMUM OF ENTRIES s #HAMPIONS WILL RECEIVE TROPHY -ARTIN SADDLES AND A COMPLETE #RUEL 'IRL WARDROBE PLUS

CASH COURTESY OF #RUEL 'IRL s ST THROUGH RD PLACE IN !VERAGE AND ST PLACE IN )NCENTIVE !VERAGE WILL RECEIVE PAID .ATIONAL 3HOOT /UT POSITIONS IN THE 3HOOT /UT DIVISION OF THEIR CHOICE

AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COWBOY SPORT

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SPECIALTY ROPINGS

PG 1

PRE-ENTRY ONLY .AME

)$ .UMBER

!DDRESS

#ITY

3TATE

%MAIL

#ELL 0HONE

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$AYTIME 0HONE s Gold Plus entries /NLY THOSE WHO HAVE QUALIl ED AND MEET THE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS SEE 3EC OF 2ULEBOOK MAY ENTER THE 'OLD 0LUS 3HOOT /UTS

s All entries for specialty ropings must be postmarked by Friday, September 20, 2013 to avoid late fees. !LL ENTRIES MAILED AFTER 3EPTEMBER

MUST INCLUDE A TEAM LATE FEE AND PAYMENT MUST BE MADE WITH MONEY ORDER OR CASHIER S CHECK

s Cruel Girl/Century entries -AY ENTER AS )NCENTIVE TEAMS

.ON )NCENTIVE TEAMS OR A COMBINATION OF )NCENTIVE .ON )NCENTIVE TEAMS FOR A MAXIMUM OF ENTRIES IN EACH ROPING

s Entries must be received at the National Office by 5 pm CST October 4, 2013. Entries received after that time will NOT be accepted.

Gold Plus Shoot-Out entries must indicate contribution from available earnings. That contribution cannot be changed after the event. NO EXCEPTIONS! Each entry must include both ropersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ID#.

#12 Gold Plus Shoot-Out

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29

$350/Roper

ST %NTRY

(%!$%2

!VAILABLE %ARNING (EADER )$ .O DRAW IN OPTION

(EELER

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.O DRAW IN OPTION

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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

)$

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(%!$%2

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(EELER

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.O DRAW IN OPTION

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(%!$%2

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(EELER

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.O DRAW IN OPTION

Century Championships

)$

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

)$

)$

$200/Roper

WITH )NCENTIVE BOTH ENDS OR OVER If you are drawing a partner, write the word â&#x20AC;&#x153;DRAWâ&#x20AC;? as your partner. Must be at least a #3 Header and #3 Heeler to draw-in.

ST %NTRY

(%!$%2

CHECK Â&#x2020; TO DRAW (EADER

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(%!$%2

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)$

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Cruel Girl Championships

(%%,%2

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(%%,%2

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

)$

)$

$200/Roper

WITH )NCENTIVE

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ST %NTRY

(%!$%2

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(%!$%2

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)$

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MUST HAVE A CURRENT USTRC CARD TO COLLECT WINNINGS By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge acceptance of all rules, and reading and understanding the release form on page 2 of this entry form.

(%%,%2

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(%%,%2

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'OLD 0LUS -EMBERSHIP )$

For more information call the USTRC National Office, 254.968.0002

,ATE &EES

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'OLD 3PUR -EMBERSHIP )$

Total Money Enclosed

$

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SPECIALTY ROPINGS

PG 2

5342# IS A VOLUNTARY ASSOCIATION !PPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT HE OR SHE HAS NO PROPERTY OR OTHER RIGHT TO PARTICIPATE IN 5342# EVENTS !PPLICANT AGREES TO FOLLOW AND BE BOUND BY THE RULES REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES OF 5342# AS AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME !PPLICANT ACKNOWLEDGES THAT 5342# CLASSIl CATIONS ARE DETERMINED BY 5342# S CLASSIl CATION PROCESS BASED ON THE APPLICATION OF 5342# HANDICAPPING GUIDELINES (ANDICAPS INCLUDING APPLICANT S HANDICAP ASSIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CLASSIl CATION PROCEDURES ARE CONCLUSIVELY PRESUMED VALID !PPLICANT CONSENTS TO SAME 5342# RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE CLASSIl CATIONS OF ROPERS ANYTIME THROUGHOUT THE YEAR !PPLICANT MAY APPEAL PROCEDURES AS MODIl ED FROM TIME TO TIME !PPLICANT AGREES THAT HIS OR HER SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR A DISPUTED CLASSIl CATION IS APPEAL TO THE 5342# PURSUANT TO 5342# APPEAL PROCEDURES !LL DECISIONS OF THE APPEAL PROCESS ARE l NAL AND CONCLUSIVE !PPLICANT ELECTS TO PARTICIPATE IN 5342# EVENTS AT !PPLICANT S OWN RISK !PPLICANT HEREBY RELEASES AND DISCHARGES 5342# AND ITS DIRECTORS OFl CERS

REPRESENTATIVES EMPLOYEES SPONSORS AND AGENTS FROM ALL LIABILITY LOSS CLAIMS DAMAGES AND EXPENSES FOR INJURIES TO PERSON PROPERTY

REPUTATION OR l NANCIAL CONDITION AS A RESULT OF OR IN ANY WAY RELATING TO !PPLICANT S PARTICIPATION OR FAILURE TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY 5342# EVENTS

WHETHER CAUSED BY NEGLIGENCE BY l ELD CONDITIONS

BY THE CONDUCT OF 5342# OR ITS DIRECTORS OFl CERS REPRESENTATIVES EMPLOYEES SPONSORS AND OR AGENTS IN THE PREPARATION SUPERVISION OR CONDUCT OF ANY 5342# EVENTS OR THE ADMINISTRATION OR FAILURE TO ENFORCE ANY 5342# RULES

REGULATIONS OR GUIDELINES OR OTHERWISE !PPLICANT KNOWS THAT BY HIS OR HER ENTRY ON THIS FORM HE OR SHE COMPLETELY RELEASES 5342# AND ITS DIRECTORS OFl CERS REPRESENTATIVES EMPLOYEES SPONSORS AND AGENTS FROM ANY LIABILITY INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE !PPLICANT VOLUNTARILY CHOOSES TO PARTICIPATE IN 5342# EVENTS AND FREELY AND WILLINGLY CONSENTS TO THE SAME

)F CONTESTANT IS A MINOR ENTRY FORM MUST BE SIGNED BY PARENT AND OR GUARDIAN 3IGNED

$ATE

Roper comments or additional information

AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COWBOY SPORT

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GUTHRIE SHOOT-OUT CHAMPIONSHIPS OCTOBER 25 - NOVEMBER 2, 2013 '54(2)% /+,!(/-! s ,!:9 % !2%.!

TWO ARENAS

02):%3

REWARDS ARE GUARANTEED

42 Sets Gist Trophy Spurs

23 2013 National Shoot-Out/Flex Earnings

Average winners Oct 25 - 31

awarded to Average winners of each roping

8 Trophy Martin Saddles

2013 Tour Points awarded to 1st - 10th place

Average winners on November 1 Average winners on November 2 Incentive Average winners on November 2

Average winners of the Open

DRAW IN OPTION AVAILABLE AT THIS EVENT

s Enter each roping 3 times

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

9:00 am OPEN 1:30 pm #15 6:00 pm #13

9:00 am #11 1:30 pm #10 (Capped at Elite #6) 6:00 pm #9 (Capped at Elite #5)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

9:00 am #13 1:30 pm #12 6:00 pm #11

9:00 am #10 (Capped at Elite #6) 1:30 pm #9 (Capped at Elite #5) 6:00 pm #8 (Capped at #4)

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1

9:00 am #12 1:30 pm #11 6:00 pm #10 (Capped at Elite #6)

9:00 am #9 (Capped at Elite #5) 4:00 pm #8 (Capped at #4) s Martin trophy saddles to Avg. winners

MONDAY, OCTOBER 28

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2

9:00 am #11 1:30 pm #10 (Capped at Elite #6) 6:00 pm #9 (Capped at Elite #5)

9:00 am #8 (Capped at #4) with #6 Incentive s Pick 1 / Draw 3 or Draw 4 for $300/roper s Enter 2 times for a total of 8 runs s 4 Steer Average, Incentive determined after 3rd round s Martin trophy saddles to Avg. winners s Martin trophy saddles to Inc. Avg. winners

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29 9:00 am #11 1:30 pm #10 (Capped at Elite #6) 6:00 pm #9 (Capped at Elite #5)

s Entry fees are $100/roper s 4-head, progressive after 1 s Appropriate cut-off times may be used s 10% paid in 1st round, 90% paid in Average s Ropings will not start before times posted s Office and Books open at 7 am each day at the Lazy E Arena s 2013 National Shoot-Outs / Flex Earnings awarded to Average winners of all divisions except Open; 2013 Priefert US Open Tour Points awarded 1st - 10th s Entries must be turned in 30 minutes before start times s CASH ONLY! s Gold Plus members may write checks for amount of personal entry fees only s Current USTRC cards required for payback s No unauthorized vendors s Excellent cattle s Stalls available, no reservations necessary s USTRC Dress Code s Entry tickets will not be sold; on-site entry card system will be used. s No team limits in any division

Producer: Jeff Smith 620.921.5903 Ike & Mary Cox 660.425.5502 USTRC 254.968.0002 Lazy E Roping Office:

Host Hotel: Sleep Inn of Guthrie 405.260.1400 Ask for Lazy E Rate

02!#4)#% 0%. $!),9

405.282.RIDE x120

2013 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope, and may be purchased at this event.

AMERICAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S COWBOY SPORT

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SAFE-GUARD YOUR FOAL GET THE RIGHT WEAPONS TO COMBAT THE MOST DANGEROUS VILLAINS

THE TARGET:

ROUND WORMS

M.O.: MIGRATORY The larvae migrate through the bloodstream to the liver and lungs before returning to the small intestine to develop into adults

AKA: ASCARIDS

THREAT LEVEL: HIGH Extremely dangerous to foals and youngsters up to 18 months of age

HANGOUT: IN YOUR HORSE’S LUNGS AND SMALL INTESTINE Causing respiratory disease, colic, and even death

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West Coast

Regional Finals Roping Gross ~ $273,675 Cash Payout ~ $208,685 Prizeline ~ $44,779

PHOTOS COURTESY OF OFF THE BEATEN PATH

Return to Roper ~ 92.6%

he USTRC staff rolled into Paso Robles, California for the West Coast Regional Finals. The event was the first of seven USTRC Regional Finals. The event started on June 28 and ended on June 30, 2013. The California Mid-State Fairgrounds is the perfect home for the USTRCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s West Coast Regional Finals.

The first roping was the Open Division. The team of Walt Rodman and Denny Watkins finished the roping with a time of 44.09 seconds on five steers. They won the roping and earned $4,000, trophy Gist bits and 20 points for the Priefert US Open Tour. The pairing also won the Incentive Average and added $1,332 to their winnings. Second place in the main Average was Lane and Taylor Karney from Creston, California. Third place in the Average was Dale and Tyler Whitlow.

The #15 Preliminary came right down to the very last steer. In the end the team of Tyler and Travis Whitlow both from Queen Creek, Arizona came from the second call back position to win first place in the Average. They were 30.19 seconds on four steers and won $1,140, trophy Gist bits and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was the team of Dale and Travis Whitlow with a time of 32.90 seconds on four steers. The third place team was Cody Mora and Rob Donlon.

Cody Snow from Los Olivos, California teamed up with Jason Johe from San Luis Obispo, California and they qualified to the short round of the #15 Shoot Out in the second callback position. They roped their final steer in 6.29 seconds and went to the lead of the roping with a time of 30.10 seconds on four steers.

Ultimately Snow and Johe took the victory. They won $4,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Tristan Ruffoni from Arroyo Grande, Open California and Evan Arnold from Travis Xavier (Shandon, CA) / Jason Johe (San Luis Obispo, CA), 42.26 on 5, $4,000 86 / AUGUST 2013

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#15 Shoot-Out Cody Snow (Los Olivos, CA) / Jason Johe (San Luis Obispo, CA), 30.1 on 4, $4,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #13 Shoot-Out Cody Golding (Atascadero, CA) / Matt Costa (Turlock, CA), 35.34 on 4, $8,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Dodds from Sanger, California and Wyatt Cox from Arroyo Grande, California. The third place team was Dar Perez from Castaic, California and Joe Yanez from Somis, California.

Laine Dearmore from Acton, California and Wyatt Cox were the champions of the #12 Preliminary. They were 35.66 seconds on four steers and won $2,556, trophy Martin saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tristan Ruffoni and Shawn Parrott. The third place team was Brent Freese and Dalton Pearce. Colton Farquer and Taylor Karney won the Incentive Average.

The final roping of the day was the #12 Shoot Out. Brent Freese from Ladera Ranch, California and Dalton Pearce from San Luis Obispo, California were the second high team back of the roping. In the short round they caught their final steer in 8.25 seconds and finished the roping with a time of 34.96 seconds on four. That time gave them first place in the Average. They won $8,000, trophy Martin saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second went to Dean Drosos and Clint White. Third place was the team of Lane Lowry and

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Santa Magarita, California were third high team back and finished the roping with a time of 34.16 seconds, thus putting them second. Third in the roping went to Derek Hee and Dalton Pearce.

Madison Anderson from Norco, California and Bubba Garcia from Portales, New Mexico were the high team back to the short round of the #13 Preliminary. After a run of 11.41 seconds in the short round they finished the roping with a time of 35.59 seconds on four steers. That total ended up giving them first place in the Average. They won $2,052, trophy Gist bits, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was JT Prather from Acton, California and Bubba Garcia and third place was the team of Taylor and Lane Karney.

Cody Golding from Atascadero, California and Matt Costa from Turlock, California were fourth call back in the #13 Shoot Out. They were 8.03 seconds on the final steer and finished the roping in first place with a time of 35.34 seconds on four steers. They won $8,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Bodi

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Flex Earnings Awarded - WEST COAST REGIONAL FINALS - Paso Robles, CA From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping)

Derrek Hee ....................Shell Beach, CA ............$29,000 Walt Scott......................Canyon Country, CA ......$29,000 Lane Karney ..................Creston, CA ..................$23,000 Wyatt Cox......................Arroyo Grande, CA ........$20,000 Dalton Pearce ................San Luis Obispo, CA ......$19,000 Taylor Karney ................Creston, CA ..................$19,000 J.T. Prather ....................Acton, CA ......................$17,000 Bubba Garcia ................Portales, NM ..................$16,000 Doug Parker ..................Williams, CA ..................$16,000 Madison Anderson..........Norco, CA ......................$16,000 Manuel Jorge ................Santa Maria, CA ............$15,000 Tyler Ishman ..................Phelan, CA ....................$14,000 Bud Stubblefield ............Taft, CA ........................$13,000 Clint White ....................Shandon, CA..................$13,000 Dane Lybbert Browning..Coyote, CA ....................$13,000 Kullen Burk ..................Atascadero, CA ..............$13,000 Shawn Howell................Castaic, CA ....................$13,000 Tanner Kent ..................Oakdale, CA ..................$13,000 Zanga Schutte................Kamuela, HI ..................$13,000 Bodi Dodds....................Sanger, CA ....................$12,000 Austin Condit ................Pleasanton, CA ..............$11,000 Cody Parker ..................Williams, CA ..................$11,000 Cory Stevens..................Simi Valley, CA ..............$11,000 Danny Fleming ..............Santa Maria, CA ............$11,000 Dar Perez ......................Castaic, CA ....................$11,000 Gary Gist ......................Placerville, CA................$11,000 Ryan Browder................San Luis Obispo, CA ......$11,000 Shawn Parrott................Acton, CA ......................$11,000 Travis Whitlow ................Queen Creek, AZ............$11,000 Brent Freese ..................Ladera Ranch, CA ..........$10,000 Heidi Durant Payne ........Ruidoso, NM ..................$10,000 Jill Johnson ....................New Cuyama, CA ..........$10,000 Lane Luis ......................Los Alamos, CA..............$10,000 Mike Fontes ..................Fillmore, CA ..................$10,000 Steve Hatcher ................Bakersfield, CA ..............$10,000 Cash Parrott ..................Acton, CA ........................$9,000 Judy Parker ....................Williams, CA ....................$9,000 Justin Farr......................Salinas, CA ......................$9,000 Luis Ramirez..................Santa Ynez, CA ................$9,000 Mary Stubblefield ..........Taft, CA ..........................$9,000 Matt Costa ....................Turlock, CA ......................$9,000 Tony Lee Boggs ............Agua Dulce, CA................$9,000 Tristan Ruffoni................Arroyo Grande, CA ..........$9,000 Aletha Barkley ..............Kamuela, HI ....................$8,000 Colton Farquer ..............Oakdale, CA ....................$8,000 Janet Mickelson..............Flagstaff, AZ ....................$8,000 Paul Rush ......................Cantullio, TX ....................$8,000 Rob Donlon ..................Santa Maria, CA ..............$8,000 Steven Nilmeyer ............Coyote, CA ......................$8,000 Brian White....................Ukiah, CA ........................$7,000 Brittany Marie Dias ........Hanford, CA ....................$7,000 Dean Drosos ..................Gilbert, AZ ......................$7,000 Melody Hutchins ............San Miguel, CA ................$7,000 Mike Brown ..................Bakersfield, CA ................$7,000 Ron Rogers....................Bakersfield, CA ................$7,000 Ryan Southwick ............Santa Maria, CA ..............$7,000 Scott Hutchins................San Miguel, CA ................$7,000 Tommy Hardin ..............Del Rey, CA ....................$7,000 Tony Domingos ..............San Miguel, CA ................$7,000 Ben Bub Mays ..............Blythe, CA ......................$6,000

Brad Bishop ..................Norco, CA ........................$6,000 Clint Pearce ..................San Luis Obispo, CA ........$6,000 Cody Snow ....................Los Olivos, CA..................$6,000 Crystal Goldstein ............Paso Robles , CA..............$6,000 David Bowen ................Paso Robles, CA ..............$6,000 Gary Mayfield ................Buckeye, AZ ....................$6,000 Joseph Kimball ..............Higley, AZ ........................$6,000 Kyle Mickelson ..............Flagstaff, AZ ....................$6,000 Lane Lowry....................Morro Bay, LA..................$6,000 Larry Carter ..................Chualar, CA ....................$6,000 Rodney Rivera ..............Terra Bella, CA ................$6,000 Ron Hognestad ..............Hopland, CA ....................$6,000 Shane Barmby ..............Aqua Dulce, CA................$6,000 Sterling Twisselman ........San Luis Obispo, CA ........$6,000 Tammy White ................Los Osos, CA ..................$6,000 Alan Eastman ................Sunol, CA ........................$5,000 Bailey Danylo ................Norco, CA ........................$5,000 Byron Gibbs ..................Cornville, AZ ....................$5,000 Chelsea James ..............Porterville, CA..................$5,000 Cody Mora ....................Arroyo Grande, CA ..........$5,000 Dale Whitlow ................Queen Creek, AZ..............$5,000 Doug Lester ..................Cayucos, CA ....................$5,000 Dusty Gravatt ................Norco, CA ........................$5,000 George Evetts ................Hanford, CA ....................$5,000 Guy Payne ....................Ruidoso, NM ....................$5,000 Jim Williams ..................Kingman, AZ....................$5,000 Joe Battaglia..................Paso Robles, CA ..............$5,000 Kaitlin Gustave ..............Laguna Niguel, CA ..........$5,000 Laine Dearmore ............Acton, CA ........................$5,000 Robert Lara ..................Norco, CA ........................$5,000 Ryan White ....................Los Osos, CA ..................$5,000 Tyler Whitlow ................Queen Creek, AZ..............$5,000 Caden Clay ....................Santa Maria, CA ..............$4,000 Christopher James ..........Porterville, CA..................$4,000 Denny Watkins ..............Bakersfield, CA ................$4,000 Diane Schieltz................Fillmore, CA ....................$4,000 Gary Christensen............Moorpark, CA ..................$4,000 Jason Johe ....................San Luis Obispo, CA ........$4,000 Lizzy Cupples ................Turlock, CA ......................$4,000 Matt Schieltz..................Fillmore, CA ....................$4,000 Mike Qualls ..................Hico, TX ..........................$4,000 Mike Rusinko ................Norco, CA ........................$4,000 Rick Parker ....................Fresno, CA ......................$4,000 Todd Delano ..................Mesquite, NV ..................$4,000 Walt Rodman ................Galt, CA ..........................$4,000 Ali Bilkey ......................Santa Ynez, CA ................$3,000 Art Whiting ....................Santa Clarita, CA ............$3,000 Brady Lutz ....................Apache, OK ....................$3,000 Brett Champlin ..............Carmel Valley, CA ............$3,000 Brian Anderson ..............Kamuela, HI ....................$3,000 Candice Giordano ..........San Jose, CA....................$3,000 Carrie Mayfield ..............Buckeye, AZ ....................$3,000 Chris Stafford ................Agua Dulce, CA................$3,000 Clay James ....................Exeter, CA........................$3,000 Cody Golding ................Atascadero, CA ................$3,000 Connie Pearce................San Luis Obispo, CA ........$3,000 Dan Engler ....................San Luis Obispo, CA ........$3,000 David Nuss ....................Exeter, CA........................$3,000 Dawson Parker ..............Saint Jo, TX ......................$3,000 Dexter Udall ..................Morro Bay, CA ................$3,000 Dillon Wingereid ............Gaviala, CA......................$3,000 Dusty Parrott ................Acton, CA ........................$3,000

Evan Arnold ..................Santa Margarita, CA ........$3,000 Gary Nilmeyer................San Martin, CA ................$3,000 Jesse Vasquez ................Paso Robles, CA ..............$3,000 Joe Yanez ......................Somis, CA........................$3,000 John Fiscalini ................Cambria, CA ....................$3,000 John Richardson ............Canyon Country, CA ........$3,000 Kelsey Bengoa ..............Elk Grove, CA ..................$3,000 Kenny Rolston................Thousand Oaks, CA ..........$3,000 Kevin Pascoe..................Bakersfield, CA ................$3,000 Kiki Corona....................Hemet, CA ......................$3,000 Manuel Souza ................Farmersville, CA ..............$3,000 Merrill Staheli ................Logandale, NV ................$3,000 Mike Nizzoli ..................Galt, CA ..........................$3,000 Nancy Merriman ............Camp Verde, AZ................$3,000 Peg Williams ..................Kingman, AZ....................$3,000 Rachel Sanders ..............Canyon Country, CA ........$3,000 Randy Luginbill..............Cloverdale, CA ................$3,000 Rick Rader ....................Kagel Canyon, CA ............$3,000 Rob Gerner....................Apple Valley, CA................$3,000 Robin Holliday ..............Barstow, CA ....................$3,000 Rowly Twisselman ..........Santa Margarita, CA ........$3,000 Stephanie Ann Evetts ....Hanford, CA ....................$3,000 Steve Freed....................Beverly Hills, CA ..............$3,000 Terry Holliday ................Barstow, CA ....................$3,000 Theresa Paulmann..........Terra Bella, CA ................$3,000 Torey Mayfield................Buckeye, AZ ....................$3,000 Turner Houston ..............Tulare, CA........................$3,000 Tyler Friday ....................Carmel Valley, CA ............$3,000 Case Hirdes ..................Sacramento, CA ..............$2,000 Johnny Smith ................Norco, CA ........................$2,000 Mitch Brown ..................Strathmore, CA ................$2,000 Robbie Litton ................Coyote, CA ......................$2,000 Roger Kaiwi Machen ......Captain Cook, HI..............$2,000 Ryan Dodds ..................Phelan, CA ......................$2,000 Steve Davison................Agoura, CA ......................$2,000 Tyler Forsberg ................Fillmore, CA ....................$2,000 Ashley Corona................Corona,CA ......................$1,000 Autumn Israel ................Phelan, CA ......................$1,000 Bill Arnold ....................Santa Margarita, CA ........$1,000 Bob Nilmeyer ................San Martin, CA ................$1,000 Buddy Adair ..................Westbrook, TX ..................$1,000 Cayden Cox ..................Arroyo Grande, CA ..........$1,000 Chris Thompson..............Temecula, CA ..................$1,000 Cliff Hyder ....................Springville, CA ................$1,000 Craig Pritchard ..............Paso Robles , CA..............$1,000 David Merrell ................Hereford, TX ....................$1,000 Doug Kaba ....................Paso Robles , CA..............$1,000 Jeff Lira ........................Granada Hills, CA ............$1,000 Keith Coleman ..............Morgan Hill, CA ..............$1,000 Keith Thornton................Talmage, CA ....................$1,000 Kevin Dias ....................Hanford, CA ....................$1,000 Kiki Corona....................Hemet, CA ......................$1,000 Mike Luis ......................Los Alamos, CA................$1,000 Phillip Ralls ..................Paso Robles , CA..............$1,000 Red St. Clair ..................Denair, CA ......................$1,000 Rhet Wallace..................Fillmore, CA ....................$1,000 Richard Haller................Oxnard, CA......................$1,000 Ron Cox ........................Caruthers, CA ..................$1,000 Scott Ross......................Canyon Country, CA ........$1,000 Tony Perry ....................Tulare, CA........................$1,000

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#13 Preliminary Madison Anderson (Norco, CA) / Bubba Garcia (Portales, NM), 35.59 on 4, $2,052 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Mike Brown.

Gary Christensen from Moorpark, California and Mike Fontes from Fillmore, California were the fifth call back in the #12 Gold Plus Division. They caught their final steer in 8.91 seconds bringing their total to 39.77 seconds on four steers and giving them first place in the Average. They won $9,340, trophy Gist buckles, Resistol straw hats, Tony Lama boots, 3 pair of Cinch or Cruel Girl jeans, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was John Richardson from Canyon Country, California and Tony Lee Boggs from Agua Dulce, California and third place was Walt Scott and Bub Mays. The Incentive winners of the roping were Ryan Browder from San Luis Obispo, California and Rick Rader from Kagle Canyon, California.

Paul Rush from Cantullio, Texas and Mike Qualls from Hico, Texas teamed up in the #11 Preliminary and from the high call back position to win the Average with a time of 34.90 seconds on four steers. They won $3,346, trophy Martin saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place in the Average was Cash Parrott from Acton, California and Tyler Ishman from Phelan, California. Third place went to Chelsea and Christopher James with a time of 41.25 seconds on four steers. The Incentive champions were Alan Eastman and Austin Conndit.

In the #11 Shoot Out, the team of JT Prather from Acton, California and Mike Fontes finished first place in the Average with a time of 32.75 seconds on four steers.

They won $8,730, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. The second place team was Peg and Jim Williams from Kingman, Arizona and third place was

#12 Preliminary Laine Dearmore (Acton, CA) / Wyatt Cox (Arroyo Grande, CA), 35.66 on 4, $2,556 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#12 Shoot-Out Brent Freese (Ladera Ranch, CA) / Dalton Pearce (San Luis Obispo, CA), 34.96 on 4, $8,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Preliminary Paul Rush (Cantullio, TX) / Mike Qualls (Hico, TX), 34.9 on 4, $3,346 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Rick Parker and Tommy Hardin.

The final roping of the second day of the West Coast Regional Finals was the #10 Preliminary. Mary Stubblefield and Ron Hognestad were the high team back and finished first in the Average. They were 35.96 seconds on four steers and took home $3,590, trophy Martin saddles, and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place went to Brittany Dias and Tommy Hardin and third place was Zanga Schutte and Aletha Barkley. George Evetts and Gary Gist won the Incentive Average.

The last day of team roping competition at the West Coast Regional Finals began with the #10 Shoot Out. Alan Eastman from Sunol, California and Austin Condit from Pleasanton, California teamed up to finish first place in the Average with a time of 43.61 seconds on four steers. The team won $8,606, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place in the roping was Danny Fleming and Caden Clay. The third place team was Jill Johnson and Austin Condit, while Walt Scott and Gary Gist came in fourth place.

In the #9 Preliminary the fourth call back team of Madison Anderson from Norco, California and Kiki Corona from Hemet, California caught their short round steer in 8.66 seconds and finished the roping with a time of 44.51 seconds on four steers. That gave them first place in the Average. They won $3,726, trophy Martin saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping went to Dane Browning and Steven Nilmeyer. Third place was Walt Scott and Robert Lara. Kaitlin Gustave and Ali Bilkey won the Incentive Average.

Brett Champlin and Tyler Friday both from Carmel Valley, California were the second high team back in the #9 Shoot Out. They caught their final steer in 10.11 seconds brining their total to 30.59 seconds on four

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steers. That gave them first place in the Average. They won $8,174, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping went to Tanner Kent and JT Prather. The third place team was Cory Stevens and Steve Hatcher and fourth was David Nuss and Turner Houston.

The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw.

George Evetts and Stephanie Ann Evetts from Hanford, California were the fifth high team back and finished first in the Average. They roped three steers in 34.66 seconds and won $2,376, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Kaitlin Gustave and Joe Battaglia and third place was Heidi

#11 Shoot-Out J.T. Prather (Acton, CA) / Mike Fontes (Fillmore, CA), 32.75 on 4, $8,730 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Preliminary Mary Stubblefield (Taft, CA) / Ron Hognestad (Hopland, CA), 35.96 on 4, $3,590 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Shoot-Out Alan Eastman (Sunol, CA) / Austin Condit (Pleasanton, CA), 43.61 on 4, $8,606 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Payne and Manuel Jorge.

Walt Scott earned the high point Gold Plus Roper of the weekend award. For his efforts he won the USTRC National Finals of Team Roping Package including two paid Shoot Out Positions, two Complimentary stalls, a complimentary Gold Plus RV spot and a 2012 NFTR jacket. Peg Williams was the Cruel Girl Champion over the weekend. She won a custom Gist buckle plus two pair of Cruel Girl jeans.

The West Coast Regional Finals came to a close and it was a great event. The weather was outstanding and the team roping camaraderie was second to none. If you missed out on the West Coast Regional Finals you will certainly want to put it on your calendar for next year.

#9 Preliminary Madison Anderson (Norco, CA) / Kiki Corona (Hemet, CA), 44.51 on 4, $3,726 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw George Evetts (Hanford, CA) / Stephanie Ann Evetts (Hanford, CA), 34.66 on 3, $2,376 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Shoot-Out Brett Champlin (Carmel Valley, CA) / Tyler Friday (Carmel Valley, CA), 40.59 on 4, $8,174 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Championships $322,650 $215,640 $19,334 72.8%

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an Angelo, Texas and the surrounding area is full of team ropers and rodeo families. Combine that with the 1st Community Credit Union Spur Arena and you have the perfect home for the West Texas Championships. The event was produced by the USTRC and took place June 7-9, 2013.

The first roping of the weekend was the Open Division. Lane Ivy from Amarillo, Texas teamed up with Lane Siggins from Ruidoso Downs, New Mexico and the pair took first place in the Average. They caught five steers in 35.96 seconds and won $2,262, trophy Gist bits and ten Priefert US Open Tour points.

Clay and Jake Smith from Broken Bow, Oklahoma paired up to finish second place in the Average. Luke Brown from Morgan

Mill, Texas and Jake Long also from Morgan Mill won third place. Clay Sieber from Troup, Texas and Coleby Payne from Kemp, Texas finished in fourth place and won the Incentive Average.

In the #15 Handicap the win went to Ty Harris from San Angelo, Texas and Jake Smith. They were 30.54 seconds on four steers. They won $4,056, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Aaron Macy from Post, Texas and Zane Bowers from Wall, Texas. The third place finish went to the team of Macy and Brent Ivy from Amarillo, Texas.

The Texas team of Wesley Troyer from Brownwood and

#15 Handicap Ty Harris (San Angelo, TX) / Jake Smith (Broken Bow, OK), 30.54 on 4, $4,056 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#13 Handicap Wesley Troyer (Brownwood, TX) / Colton Lee (Santa Anna, TX), 32.02 on 4, $5,202 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Colton Lee from Santa Anna took the top honors in the #13 Division. They caught four steers in 32.02 seconds and won $5,202, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Marcus Orefice from Whitesboro, Texas and Djalma Gama Lima also from Whitesboro. Forrest Wheeler from Fredericksburg, Texas and Tee Woolman from Llano, Texas won third place.

The Permian Basin of Texas struck in the #12 Division as Jimbo Martinez originally from Pecos, Texas teamed up with Cade Schneemann from Iraan, Texas to take first place in the main Average. The duo roped four steers in 35.44 seconds and for their efforts they received $5,360, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Ross Partlow from Boerne, Texas and Dusty Pulsipher from Dickinson, North Dakota. Tyler Wojciechowski from Tarpley, Texas heeled his way into a third place finish with header Jarett Freeman from Tolar, Texas.

Wyatt Bray from Granbury, Texas and Tory Morrison from San Angelo, Texas won the Incentive Average.

The second day of team roping action at the West Texas Championships began with

FLEX EARNINGS – West Texas Championships – San Angelo, TX From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Navor Levario ..............Odessa, TX..................$10,000 J.P. Cantu......................Banquete, TX ................$9,000 Dusty Pulsipher ............Dickinson, ND ..............$7,000 Warren Reeh ................Comfort, TX ..................$7,000 Laramie Allen ..............Pontoloc, TX..................$6,000 Ty Harris ......................San Angelo, TX..............$6,000 Luis Carrasco ................Odessa, TX....................$5,000 Albert Lopez ................Devine, TX ....................$4,000 Cliff Wheeler ................Boerne, TX....................$4,000 Frankie Pena ................Zapata, TX ....................$4,000 John Stokes ..................Snyder, TX ....................$4,000 Lucas Allen ..................Pontotoc, TX..................$4,000 Paden Bray ..................Granbury, TX ................$4,000 Allan Childs ..................Fort Stockton, TX ..........$3,000 Arnold Norman ............Burleson, TX ................$3,000 Bob White ....................Carlsbad, TX ................$3,000 Brian Elliott ..................Snyder, TX ....................$3,000 Bryne Joe Stone ............Colorado City, TX ..........$3,000 Charles Hale ................Crystal City, TX..............$3,000 Clay Houston ................Sanderson, TX ..............$3,000 Cody McFadden ............Odessa, TX....................$3,000 Cole Manahan ..............Novice, TX ....................$3,000 Colton Lee....................Santa Anna, TX ............$3,000 Fernando Baeza ............Andrews, TX..................$3,000 Gary J. Robichaux..........Dripping Springs, TX......$3,000 Glenn Springer..............Aspermont, TX ..............$3,000 Jake Smith....................Broken Bow, OK ..........$3,000 James Williams..............Brady, TX ......................$3,000 Jeff Bode ......................Dripping Springs, TX......$3,000 Jerald Gonzalez ............Pecos, TX ......................$3,000 Jimbo Martinez ............Stephenville, TX ............$3,000 Jimmy Chambers ..........Coleman, TX ................$3,000 Joey Guerra ..................Freer, TX ......................$3,000 Lafe Allen ....................Pontoloc, TX..................$3,000 Mickey Davidson ..........Big Lake, TX ................$3,000 Ramiro Reyes ..............Zapata, TX ....................$3,000 Randy Lewis ................Abilene, TX ..................$3,000 Raul Rodriguez ............Andrews, TX..................$3,000 Reagan Mathews ..........Dilley, TX ......................$3,000 Rolle Campos ..............Freer, TX ......................$3,000 Rowdy Head ................Levelland, TX ................$3,000 Ryan Shipp ..................Goldthwaite, TX ............$3,000 Sam Bright ..................Water Valley, TX ............$3,000 Sha Griffin....................Abilene, TX ..................$3,000 Thad Springer ..............Snyder, TX ....................$3,000 Thomas Bode................Harper, TX ....................$3,000 Tim Harper ..................Wichita Falls, TX ............$3,000 Travis Buell ..................Harper, TX ....................$3,000

Truman Magnus ............Mason, TX ....................$3,000 Wesley Troyer ................Brownwood, TX ............$3,000 Willie Cathey ................Ballinger, TX ................$3,000 Aaron Macy ..................Post, TX ........................$2,000 Blane Chapman ............Lubbock, TX..................$2,000 Jordyn Carter Rowland ..Shallowater, TX ............$2,000 Joseph Porter ................Pryor, OK ....................$2,000 Wyatt Dalton Bray ........Granbury, TX ................$2,000 Xavier Villarreal ............Zapata, TX ....................$2,000 Alex Garcia ..................Zapata, TX ....................$1,000 B.J. Lopez ....................Robstown, TX................$1,000 Barrett Coon ................Dumas, TX ....................$1,000 Bob Moore ..................Brady, TX ......................$1,000 Brent Ivy ......................Amarillo, TX ..................$1,000 Carl Marsh....................Liberty Hill, TX ..............$1,000 Clay Sieber ..................Troup, TX ......................$1,000 Cody Garrett ................Bryan, TX......................$1,000 Coleby Payne ................Kemp, TX ......................$1,000 Colton Mendenhall ........Moore, TX ....................$1,000 David Leese..................Van Vleck, TX ................$1,000 Djalma Gama Lima ......Whitesboro, TX ..............$1,000 Eddie Joe Pearson ........Tulia, TX ......................$1,000 Eric Buell ....................Wimberly, TX ................$1,000 Forrest Wheeler ............Fredericksburg, TX ........$1,000 Jarett Freeman ..............Tolar, TX........................$1,000 Jimmy Hibler ................Bertram, TX ..................$1,000 Justin Martin ................Slaton, TX ....................$1,000 Kaleb Driggers..............Albany, GA ..................$1,000 Ken Bray ......................Granbury, TX ................$1,000 Kolton Stokes ..............Snyder, TX ....................$1,000 Ladd Hughes ................Christoval, TX................$1,000 Leo Lujan ....................Odessa, TX....................$1,000 Marcus Orefice..............Whitesboro, TX ..............$1,000 Mark Vinson ..................Eunice, NM ..................$1,000 Nick Coats ....................San Angelo, TX..............$1,000 Nikki Rainey ................Sabinal, TX ..................$1,000 Rex Rash......................Tuscola, TX....................$1,000 Ross Partlow ................Boerne, TX....................$1,000 Roy Haney....................Millsap, TX ....................$1,000 Shawn Haney ..............Post, TX ........................$1,000 Stratton Lopez ..............Adkins, TX ....................$1,000 Taylor Long ..................Abilene, TX ..................$1,000 Tee Woolman ................Llano, TX ......................$1,000 Tim Riggan ..................Snyder, TX ....................$1,000 Victor Keilman ..............D'Hanis, TX ..................$1,000 Wade Blake ..................Yancey, TX ....................$1,000 Zane Bowers ................Wall, TX ........................$1,000

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the #12 Gold Plus Division. Charles Hale from Crystal City, Texas and Dusty Pulsipher teamed up to win the Average.

They were 34.70 seconds on four steers. The team won $3,672, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Raul Rodriquez and Fernando Baeza both from Andrews, Texas and third place went to Allan Childs and Mickey Davidson. Glenn Springer from Aspermont, Texas and Bryne Joe Stone from Colorado City, Texas won the Incentive Average. Jimbo and Joe Martinez won the Century Bonus.

Ty Harris struck again in the #11 Division, this time heading for Paden Bray from Granbury, Texas. The pair roped four steers in 35.50 seconds and won first place in the Average. They received $7,372, trophy Martin saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Reagan Mathews and Dusty Pulsipher. The third place team was Jordyn Carter Rowland and Mark Vinson. Xavier Villarreal and Frankie Pena won the Incentive Average.

In the #10 Division, the winners of the Average were Navor Levario from Odessa, Texas and Luis Carrasco also from Odessa. The duo caught four steers in 38.36 seconds and won $7,470, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Clay Houston from Sanderson, Texas and Cody McFadden from Odessa, Texas with a time of 42.70 seconds on four steers. Third place was Ryan Shipp and Lucas Allen. The winners of the Incentive Average were Levario and Carrasco.

The final day of team roping began with the #10 Gold Plus Division. Cliff Wheeler from Boerne, Texas and Warren

Reeh from Comfort, Texas partnered up to take first place in the Average. They were 38.16 seconds on four steers and won $4,630, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Navor Levario and Rolle Campos. Levario and Campos also won the Incentive. Third place in the main Average was Travis Buell and J.P. Cantu.

Laramie Allen from Pontotoc, Texas and Truman Magnus from Mason, Texas finished first place in the #9 Division.

They won the roping with a time of 35.95 seconds on four steers. The win paid them $8,276, trophy Martin saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Lafe and Laramie Allen with a time of 40.04 seconds on four steers. Third place was John Stokes and Brian Elliott both from Snyder, Texas. Navor Levario and JP Cantu won the Incentive Average.

Tim Harper from Wichita Falls, Texas and Willie Cathey from Ballinger, Texas partnered up to win first place in the #8 Pick/Draw with a time of 37.20 seconds on three steers.

They earned $4,460, trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping went to Albert Lopez from Midland, Texas and Jerald Gonzalez from Pecos, Texas. The third place team was Gary Robichaux from Dripping Springs, Texas and Rowdy Head from Levelland, Texas.

The West Texas Championships was a great event and ropers from far and wide enjoyed the team roping competition. The 1st Community Credit Union Spur Arena is an awesome facility and a great location for the event.

#12 Jimbo Martinez (Stephenville, TX) / Cade Schneemann (Iraan, TX), 35.44 on 4, $5,360 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#10 Navor Levario (Odessa, TX) / Luis Carrasco (Odessa, TX), 38.36 on 4, $7,470 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Laramie Allen (Pontotoc, TX) / Truman Magnus (Mason, TX), 35.95 on 4, $8,276 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Tim Harper (Wichita Falls, TX) / Willie Cathey (Ballinger, TX), 37.2 on 3, $4,460 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Western Colorado Championships

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$133,380 $88,903 $17,291 79.6%

Open Ty Blasingame (Ramah, CO) / Bret Tonozzi (Loma, CO), 32.72 on 5, $1,060

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he Western Colorado Championships is a USTRC event held in Grand Junction, Colorado. The event is produced by Rope the Rockies and takes place at the Mesa County Fairground Covered Arena. This year the roping was June 7-9, 2013 and welcomed ropers from all over the area to compete in some outstanding USTRC style team roping.

The event kicked into gear with the Open Division. Ty Blasingame from Ramah, Colorado and Bret Tonozzi from Loma, Colorado partnered up to win first place in the Average.

They were 32.72 seconds on five steers and won $1060 plus ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour. Second place in the Average was Brock Hanson and Kory Koontz and third place 100 / AUGUST 2013

went to Travis Bounds and Koontz. Kelson Robinson and Tyler Bach won the Incentive Average.

Next on the agenda was the #15 Division. Kellson Robinson from Salina, Utah and Cole Wilson from Lake Shore, Utah teamed up to win the Average with a time of 28.53 seconds on four steers. They won $1,930, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Lynn Campbell from Loma, Colorado and Travis Bounds from Grand Junction, Colorado with a time of 29.54 seconds on four steers. Justin Storms and Brock Hanson finished in third place.

The winners of the #13 Division were Tyler Bach from Rhome, Texas and Roby Farias from Kilauea, Hawaii. They

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#15 Handicap Kelson Robinson (Salina, UT) / Cole Wilson (Lake Shore, UT), 28.53 on 4, $1,930 and $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Rodriguez won the Average of the #11 Division. They were were 31.54 seconds on four steers and won $2,120, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Clay 35.52 seconds on four steers and won trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Jade Cornia from Corzine from Center, Colorado and Wade Kreutzer from La Randolph, Utah and Pake Younger won second and third place Veta, Colorado. Dustin Raine and Justin Price finished third went to the team of Gary Cooper and J.R. Rodriguez. Dan place in the Average.

Haskins from Craig, Colorado and Dean Raine from Loma, Clay Norell from Delta, Colorado and his partner Ken Norell Colorado won the Incentive Average. also from Delta won the Average of the #12 Division. They were Jason Peatross from Roosevelt, Utah and Landen Norris 34.27 seconds on four steers and took home $2,370, trophy were the champions of the #10 Division. Peatross and Norris Gist bits, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Corey Whinnery from Powderhorn, FLEX EARNINGS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Western Colorado Championships â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Grand Junction, CO Colorado and Clayton Fox from From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Ferron, Utah. Brett Christensen Tammy Goza ................Loma, CO ..................$12,000 Ken Norell ....................Delta, CO ....................$3,000 and Ken Norell finished in Clay Corzine..................Center, CO....................$8,000 Larry Carter ..................Redvale, CO ................$3,000 third place in the Average. They Dan Haskins ................Craig, CO ....................$8,000 Marc Wagner ................Grand Junction, CO ......$3,000 also won the Incentive Average.

Clayton Fox ..................Ferron, UT ....................$7,000 Max MacDonell ............Carbondale, CO ............$3,000 Earl Higgins ..................Phoenix, AZ..................$7,000 Monica Smith................Parachute, CO ..............$3,000 The second day of the J.R. Rodriguez ..............Montrose, CO ..............$7,000 Robby Farias ................Kilauea, HI ..................$3,000 Western Colorado Travis Peatross ..............Roosevelt, UT ..............$7,000 Steve Mock ..................Delta, CO ....................$3,000 Championships began with the Ralph Carty ..................Montrose, CO ..............$6,000 Travis Bounds................Grand Junction, CO ......$3,000 Rebecca Neuhaus ..........Huntsville, TX................$6,000 Wiley Button ................Grand Junction, CO ......$3,000 #12 Gold Plus. Gene Holm Ron Peatross ................Roosevelt, UT ..............$6,000 Brett Christensen ..........Genola, UT ..................$2,000 from Wallace, Nebraska and Jason Peatross ..............Roosevelt, UT ..............$5,000 Dana Irwen ..................Delta, CO ....................$2,000 Clayton Fox won first place in John McCollum..............Montrose, CO ..............$5,000 Jade Cornia ..................Randolph, UT ..............$2,000 LaRae Branham ............Phoenix, AZ..................$5,000 Justin Price ..................La Veta, CO ..................$2,000 the Average by roping four Clay Norell....................Delta, CO ....................$4,000 Bill Cornia ....................Randolph, UT ..............$1,000 steers in 35.42 seconds. They Kelson Robinson............Salina, UT ....................$4,000 Brock Hanson................Casa Grande, AZ ..........$1,000 earned $1,400, trophy Gist Landen Norris ..............Myton, UT ....................$4,000 Corey Whinnery ............Powderhorn, CO ..........$1,000 Pake Younger ................Grand Junction, CO ......$4,000 Coy Hildreth..................Gunnison, CO ..............$1,000 buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Tyler Bach ....................Rhome, TX....................$4,000 Dustin Bennett..............Roosevelt, UT ..............$1,000 Flex Earnings. Second place in Brett Chamberlain ........Silt, CO ........................$3,000 Dustin Raine ................Loma, CO ....................$1,000 the roping was Rebecca Carl Gray ......................Eagle, CO ....................$3,000 Dusty Goes ..................Liberty, NE ..................$1,000 Cole Wilson ..................Lake Shore, UT ............$3,000 Dusty Seeley ................Loma, CO ....................$1,000 Neuhaus from Huntsville, Court Will......................Silt, CO ........................$3,000 Gina Ramsey ................Olathe, CO ..................$1,000 Texas and Clayton Fox. Third Dustin Cannon ..............Delta, CO ....................$3,000 Greg Raine ..................Loma, CO ....................$1,000 place was Max MacDonell and Earl North ....................Bloomfield, NM ............$3,000 Jon Goza ......................Loma, CO ....................$1,000 Ernie Jaquez..................Aztec, NM ....................$3,000 Justin Storms ................Nathrop, CO ................$1,000 Pake Younger. Earl North and Frankie Hough ..............Eagle, CO ....................$3,000 Lane Wood....................Grand Junction, CO ......$1,000 Ernie Jaquez from New Mexico Gary Cooper..................Montrose, CO ..............$3,000 Larry Irwen ..................Delta, CO ....................$1,000 won the Incentive Average, and Gene Holm ..................Wallace, NE..................$3,000 Lukas Dalley ................Palisade, CO ................$1,000 Jeff Satterfield ..............Parachute, CO ..............$3,000 Lynn Campbell ..............Loma, CO ....................$1,000 also finished first place in the Jess Ritter ....................Loma, CO ....................$3,000 Pat Averett....................Delta, CO ....................$1,000 Century Bonus.

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from Montrose, Colorado and Clay Corzine from Center, Colorado. They were 45.32 seconds on four steers and took home $5,800, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tammy Goza and JR Rodriguez with a time of 46.14 seconds on four steers. Third place was the team of Gina Ramsey and Gary Cooper and the Incentive winners were Carty and Corzine.

Tammy Goza from Loma, Colorado and Larry Carter from Redvale, Colorado won the Average of the #8 Pick/Draw. They were 28.36 seconds on three steers and won $3,630, trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average went to Dan Haskins and John Vagneur and third place was Wiley Button and Dustin Cannon.

were 35.63 seconds on four steers and won $4,350, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place also went to Dusty Goes from Liberty, Nebraska and Lane Wood from Grand Junction, Colorado.

Third place in the Average was Jason and Travis Peatross.

Peatross and Norris also won the Incentive Average.

Monica Smith from Parachute, Colorado and Jeff Satterfield also from Parachute teamed up to win first place in the #10 Gold Plus Division. They were 41.88 seconds on four steers and earned $2,140, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tammy Goza and Earl Higgins and third place went to Ron and Travis Peatross. Rebecca Neuhaus and Dan Haskins won the Incentive Average.

The winning team in the #9 Division was Ralph Carty

#13 Handicap Tyler Bach (Rhome, TX) / Robby Farias (Kilauea, HI), 31.54 on 4, $2,120 and $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

#12 Clay Norell (Delta, CO) / Ken Norell (Delta, CO), 34.27 on 4, $2,370 and $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 LaRae Branham (Phoenix, AZ) / J.R. Rodriguez (Montrose, CO), 35.52 on 4, $3,700 and $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

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place in the Average was Cole Morgan and Cody Roberst.

Crane and Ward were also the Incentive champions.

Ken Holland from Damascus, Arkansas and Justin Pruitt from Greenbrier, Arkansas partnered to win first place in the Average of the #15 Division. They were 26.16 seconds on four steers and earned $1,620, trophy Gist Buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Andrew Lux and Doyle Scrivner with a time of 31.77 seconds on five steers. The third place finishers were Kevin Williams and Dustin Hodge.

The #13 Division was exciting right down to the last team.

Chase Bierma from Rose Bud, Arkansas and Brent Duvall from PHOTOS COURTESY OF 3 LAZY J PHOTOGRAPHY

he North Arkansas Classic held at the Carroll County Fairgrounds in Berryville, Arkansas took place on June 14-16, 2013. Kevin Hall and the Rope the Ozarks staff welcomed team ropers from all over to compete for some great prizes and wonderful payout.

The event began with the Open Division. Clint Crane from Wister, Oklahoma and Tanner Ward also from Wister teamed up to win first place in the Average. The duo turned in a time of 49.88 seconds on five steers and won $530 plus points for the Priefert US Open Tour. Second place in the Average went to Kevin Williams from Berryville, Arkansas and Ward. Third

Open Clint Crane (Wister, OK) / Tanner Ward (Wister, OK), 49.88 on 5, $530

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FLEX EARNINGS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; North Arkansas Championships â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Berryville, AR From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Eddie Hagler ................Berryville, AR ............$10,000 Shea Bailey ..................Berryville, AR ..............$8,000 Dan Moore ..................Republic, MO................$7,000 Brad Stacy....................Omaha, AR ..................$6,000 Bruce Barnett ..............West Plains, MO ..........$6,000 Ray Duncan..................Berryville, AR ..............$6,000 Roy Cox ......................Spiro, OK ....................$6,000 Kelly Harper ................Spiro, OK ....................$5,000 Bradley Newberry ........Huntsville, AR ..............$4,000 Brent Duvall ................Hattieville, AR ..............$4,000 Danny Shrable..............Gepp, AR......................$4,000 Doyle Scrivner ..............Harrison, AR ................$4,000 James House ................Ponca, AR ....................$4,000 Jim Huff ......................Alpena, AR ..................$4,000 Jon Martin ....................Billings, MO..................$4,000 Josh Hamby..................West Plains, MO ..........$4,000 Ken Bowen ..................Bentonville, AR ............$4,000 Tony Lee ......................Seymour, MO................$4,000 Alex Whitelaw ..............Marshall, AR ................$3,000 Allen Haden..................Bentonville, AR ............$3,000 Barry Hambelton ..........Gainesville, MO ............$3,000 Bill Duncan ..................Dardanelle, AR ............$3,000 Brad Amos ..................Sulphur Springs, AR ......$3,000 Chase Bierma ..............Rose Bud, AR ..............$3,000 Chris Feagin ................Greenbrier, AR ..............$3,000 Danny Ruggles ............Hackett, AR ..................$3,000 Darrell Weathers ..........Coal Hill, AR ................$3,000 Dustin Hodge ..............Berryville, AR ..............$3,000 Hunter Carr ..................Gepp, AR......................$3,000 James Miller ................Dardanelle, AR ............$3,000 Jesse Goforth ................Berryville, AR ..............$3,000 Justin Pruitt ..................Greenbrier, AR ..............$3,000 Ken Holland ................Damascus, AR ..............$3,000 Kit Phillips....................Oldfield, MO ................$3,000

Hattieville, Arkansas teamed up. They finished with a time of 31.89 seconds on four steers and earned the first place. They received $2,700, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Shea Bailey and Dustin Hodge and third place was Jonas Gattis and Brent Duvall.

The final roping of the first day of competition at the North Arkansas Classic was the #12 Division. The team of Hunter Carr from Gepp, Arkansas and Doyle Scrivner from Harrison, Arkansas partnered up to win first place in the Average. They were 34.46 seconds on four steers and won $3,420, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Danny Shrable and Josh Hamby. Third place was Ty Green and Tyler Triplett while fourth place was Kevin Williams and Jared Lasseter. The Incentive winners were Green and Triplett..

#15 Ken Holland (Damascus, AR) / Justin Pruitt (Greenbrier, AR), 26.16 on 4, $1,620 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Ronnie Colclasure ........Harrison, AR ................$3,000 Scott Flood ..................Billings, MO..................$3,000 Travis Caldwell..............Lamar, AR ....................$3,000 Tyler Lance ..................Poplar Bluff, MO ..........$3,000 Tyler Young ..................Paris, AR ......................$3,000 Will Yarbrough ..............Bloomfield, MO ............$3,000 Andrew Lux ..................Deer, AR ......................$2,000 Billy Ross ....................Shady Point, OK ..........$2,000 Kevin Williams ..............Berryville, AR ..............$2,000 Tanner Ward ................Wister, OK ....................$2,000 Ty Green ......................Caulfield, MO ..............$2,000 Tyler Triplett ..................West Plains, MO ..........$2,000 Bruce Krebbs ................Pawhuska, OK ..............$1,000 Cale Pedersen ..............Moore, OK....................$1,000 Chance Roper ..............Salem, AR ....................$1,000 Clint Crane ..................Wister, OK ....................$1,000 David Trammell ............Muskogee, OK ..............$1,000 David Vaught ................Cassville, MO................$1,000 Dillon Butler ................Siloam Springs, AR ......$1,000 Donnie Cummings ........Sparta, MO ..................$1,000 Heath Osborne..............McAlester, OK ..............$1,000 Jared Lasseter ..............Oak Grove, AR..............$1,000 Jonas Gattis ..................Ratcliff, AR ..................$1,000 Keith Crowder ..............Pocahontas, AR ............$1,000 Larry James ..................Bluffton, AR..................$1,000 Luke Tyree ....................West Plains, MO ..........$1,000 Mackey Tully ................Gentry, AR....................$1,000 Mike Meek ..................Clarksville, AR ..............$1,000 Nathan Monk................Salina, OK....................$1,000 Ronnie Hamby..............Viola, AR ......................$1,000 Ryan Victory..................Chelsea, OK..................$1,000 Stevie King ..................Alma, AR......................$1,000 Tim Webb ....................Harrison, AR ................$1,000

Bruce Barnett of West Plains, Missouri teamed up with Josh Hamby also from West Plains to win first place in the Average of the #12 Gold Plus. The pair roped four steers in 32.49 seconds to win $2,800, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Allen Haden from Bentonville, Arkansas and Brad Amos from Sulphur Springs, Arkansas. The third place team Ronnie Colclasure and James Miller.

Danny Ruggles and David Trammell teamed up to win the Incentive Average, while the Century Bonus win went to Ronnie Carter and David Trammell.

The win of the #11 Division went to the team of Barry Hambelton of Gainsville, Missouri and Ken Bowen from Bentonville, Arkansas with a time of 35.09 seconds on four steers. They won $5,400, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to the team of Kelly Harper and Roy Cox and third place went to the team of Jim Huff and David Trammell. The Incentive champions were Hambelton and Bowen.

James House from Ponca, Arkansas and Shea Bailey from Berryville, Arkansas were the champions of the #10 Division. They were 33.78 seconds on four steers and earned $4,760, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

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and Barnett won the Century Bonus.

Tyler Young from Paris, Arkansas and Bill Duncan from Dardanelle, Arkansas finished first place in the Average of the #9 Division. They were 40.88 seconds on four steers and won $6,980, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Tim Webb from Harrison, Arkansas and Bradley Newberry from Huntsville, Arkansas received second place for their efforts of 41.20 seconds on four steers. Third place went to Jon Martin and Dan Moore and fourth was won by Donnie Cummings and Tony Lee. The winner of the Incentive Average was the team of Martin and Moore.

The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw and it provided the perfect conclusion to a great weekend of USTRC team roping. Alex Whitelaw from Marshall, Arkansas and Ray Duncan from Berryville, Arkansas finished first place in the Average. They won $3,750, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Eddie Hagler and Bradley Newberry and third place was Brad Stacy and Scott Flood.

#12 Hunter Carr (Gepp, AR) / Doyle Scrivner (Harrison, AR), 34.46 on 4, $3,420 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Barry Hambelton (Gainesville, MO) / Ken Bowen (Bentonville, AR), 35.09 on 4, $5,400 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#13 Chase Bierma (Rose Bud, AR) / Brent Duvall (Hattieville, AR), 31.89 on 4, $2,700 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#9 Tyler Young (Paris, AR) / Bill Duncan (Dardanelle, AR), 40.88 on 4, $6,980 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 Alex Whitelaw (Marshall, AR) / Ray Duncan (Berryville, AR), 26.78 on 3, $3,750 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Antonio Savedra from Shawnee, Kansas.

Kirk Kooiker and Layne LaGasse won the #13 Division. The pairing won the Average with a time of 34.70 seconds on five steers. They took home $1,650, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Bob Freeman from Arnett, Oklahoma and Lane Reeves. Danny Miller and Jon Hackel from Nebraska finished in third place.

Taylor Schotte from Marysville, Kansas and Chase Gibbs from Olsburg, Kansas won the Average of the #12 Division with a time of 36.99 seconds on four steers. They won $2,180, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Schotte and Gibbs also won the Incentive Average. Second place in the PHOTOS COURTESY OF 3 LAZY J PHOTOGRAPHY

idney, Iowa may not be on the beaten path, but for USTRC team ropers the event held in that town is as good as it gets. The roping action takes place at the Sidney Rodeo Grounds and is produced by Jeff Smith and his crew.

The team roping action took place June 15-17, 2012 The event began with the #15 Division. Danny Miller from Lawson, Missouri and Lane Reeves from Wann, Oklahoma were the champions of the roping after roping four steers in 49.97 seconds. They won $630, trophy Gist spurs and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Donnie McNeece from Bethany, Missouri and Trey Michaelis from Mercer, Missouri. McNeece also won third place heading for

#15 Danny Miller (Lawson, MO) / Lane Reeves (Wann, OK), 49.97 on 4, $630 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#13 Kirk Kooiker (Adrian, MN) / Layne LaGasse (Concordia, KS), 34.7 on 4, $1,650 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

The final roping of the second day of team roping action roping was Monty Hurlburt and Travis Garey and third went to was the #10 Division. The team of Chad Gregg and Cole Gene Holm and John Hackel.

Remington took the top honors with a time of 37.20 seconds The second day of the Iowa Championships began with the on four steers.

They received $5,290, trophy Cowboy Gold #12 Gold Plus Division. The team of Joel Anderson from saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Palmyra, Missouri and Darren Lammers from Chancellor, Danny Miller and Howard Acklin. Third place in the main South Dakota partnered up to win the Average. They were 34.98 seconds on four steers and took home $2,570, trophy FLEX EARNINGS – Iowa Championships – Sidney, IA Gist buckles and $6,000 in From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) USTRC Flex Earnings. Second Chase Gibbs ....................Olsburg, KS................$7,000 Pat Hafenstein ................Osage City, KS ..........$3,000 place in the Average was Tim Kelly Simenson................Washburn, ND............$7,000 Randy Garey ..................Manson, IA ................$3,000 Widau and Ross Keesling.

Kirk Kooiker ....................Adrian, MN ................$7,000 Rexford Harouff ..............Stamford, NE ............$3,000 Third place went to John Mike Daly ......................Sidney, IA ..................$7,000 Rowdy Ludemann............Carlton, MN ..............$3,000 Danny Miller ..................Lawson, MO ..............$6,000 Stormie Milne..................Oregon, MO ..............$3,000 Archer from Colorado and Larry Chandler ................Brule, NE ..................$6,000 Tim Widau ......................Eskridge, KS ..............$3,000 Larry Chandler from Nebraska.

Larry Morehead ..............Clyde, KS ..................$6,000 Zane Mozingo..................Independence, KS ......$3,000 Pat Hafenstein from Osage Nick Reynolds..................Cuba, KS ..................$6,000 Donnie McNeece..............Bethany, MO ..............$2,000 Tyler Daly........................Kearney, NE ..............$6,000 Spencer Love ..................Estherville, IA ............$2,000 City, Kansas and Zane Mozingo Lane Reeves....................Wann, OK ..................$5,000 Aaron Brisbane................Liberty, MO................$1,000 from Independence, Kansas Cole Morehead ................Concordia, KS ............$4,000 Amy Madison ..................Fort Scott, KS ............$1,000 took first place in the Incentive Howard Acklin ................Graham, MO ..............$4,000 Antonio Savedra ..............Shawnee, KS..............$1,000 Monty Hurlburt................Arcadia, NE................$4,000 Austee Anderson..............Palmyra, MO ..............$1,000 Average. The team also won Taylor Schotte..................Marysville, KS ............$4,000 Bill Logan ......................Mankato, KS ..............$1,000 the Century Bonus.

Brad Martin ....................Milo, IA......................$3,000 Bob Freeman ..................Arnett, OK..................$1,000 The winners of the #11 Chad Gregg ....................Cloquet, MN ..............$3,000 Carlos Estrada ................Milford, NE ................$1,000 Coy Rinehart ..................Cainsville, MO............$3,000 Charlie Madison ..............Fort Scott, KS ............$1,000 Division were Kirk Kooiker and Dallas Davis ....................Albia, IA ....................$3,000 Herb Snow ......................Virginia, IL ................$1,000 DArin Koedam with a time of Dan Pollock ....................Havensville, KS ..........$3,000 Jay Lovitt ........................Mullen, NE ................$1,000 31.27 seconds on four steers.

Darin Koedam ................Larchwood, IA............$3,000 Jeremy McIntyre ..............Grand Island, NE........$1,000 Darren Lammers ............Chancellor, SD............$3,000 Jessica Shearer ................Huntington, IN ..........$1,000 They won $4,400, trophy Gary Kueffer....................California, MO............$3,000 Joel Schneiderman ..........Lennox, SD................$1,000 Cowboy Gold saddles and Gene Holm......................Wallace, NE ..............$3,000 Jon Hackel ......................Ord, NE ....................$1,000 $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Jeremy McIntyre ..............Grand Island, NE........$3,000 Josey Miller ....................New Market, IA ..........$1,000 Joel Anderson ..................Palmyra, MO ..............$3,000 Justin Geidel....................Greenfield, IA ............$1,000 Willy Hicks from Mullen, John Archer ....................Wray, CO ..................$3,000 Rod Pratt ........................Scott City, KS ............$1,000 Nebraska and Mike Daly from Jon Holliday ....................Soldier, KS ................$3,000 Ronald Steinhoff..............Anthon, IA ................$1,000 Sidney, Iowa won the Incentive Josh Samson ..................Baxter, IA ..................$3,000 Ryan Gieck......................York, NE ....................$1,000 Kevin Fitzgerald ..............Granger, IA ................$3,000 Scott Milne......................Oregon, MO ..............$1,000 Average. Second place in the Kevin Tidyman ................North Platte, NE ........$3,000 Shad Swain ....................Mayetta, KS ..............$1,000 roping went to Josey Miller Layne LaGasse ................Concordia, KS ............$3,000 Tony Schindler ................Frankford, MO ............$1,000 from New Market, Iowa and Mark Peterson ................Ashland, NE ..............$3,000 Travis Garey ....................Giltner, NE ................$1,000 Matt Hannah ..................Bethany, MO ..............$3,000 Trent Joy ........................Stella, NE ..................$1,000 Justin Geidel from Greenfield, Mike Byers ......................Maxwell, IA................$3,000 Trey Michaelis..................Mercer, MO ................$1,000 Iowa. Third place went to Neal Reicks ....................Julesburg, CO ............$3,000 Willy Hicks ......................Mullen, NE ................$1,000 Ronald Steinhoff and Spencer Love.

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Average was Shad Swain and Chase Gibbs. Rod Pratt and Herb Snow won the Incentive Average.

Tyler and Mike Daly teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #10 Gold Plus. They were 41.73 seconds on four steers and earned $3,610, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Josh Samson and Kevin Fitzgerald. Nick Reynolds and Larry Morehead won third place in the Average. Randy Garey and Mike Byers won the Incentive Average, while Harold Stall and Zane Mozingo won the Century Bonus.

Gary Kueffer from California, Missouri and Howard Acklin from Graham, Missouri won the Average of the #9 Division by roping four steers in 39.86 seconds. They won $6,740, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping went to Kelly

Simenson from Washburn, North Dakota and Cole Morehead from Concordia, Kansas. Carlos Estrada and Jefemy Mcintyre won third place in the Average. Kelly Simenson and Jeremy Mcintyre won the Incentive Average.

Matt Hannah from Bethany, Missouri and Coy Rinehart from Cainsville, Missouri teamed up to win first place in the #8 Pick/Draw. They were 31.65 seconds on three steers and won $4,050, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Mark Peterson and Dallas Davis and third place went to the team of Jon Holliday and Dan Pollock..

The Iowa Championships finished up in style and ropers headed their separate ways. The event went off well and if you missed out you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to again.

#12 Taylor Schotte (Marysville, KS) / Chase Gibbs (Olsburg, KS), 36.99 on 4, $2,180 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Kirk Kooiker (Adrian, MN) / Darin Koedam (Larchwood, IA), 31.27 on 4, $4,400 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#10 Chad Gregg (Cloquet, MN) / Cole Remington (Hiawatha, KS), 37.2 on 4, $5,290 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Gary Kueffer (California, MO) / Howard Acklin (Graham, MO), 39.86 on 4, $6,740 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #8 Matt Hannah (Bethany, MO) / Coy Rinehart (Cainsville, MO), 31.65 on 3, $4,050 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Brady Reid Dennis from Donalsonville, Georgia and Ed Allen from Dadeville, Alabama won first place in the Average of the #13 Division and earned them $2,520, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Coty Long from Bonifay, Florida and Michael Bratton from Opelika, Alabama and third place was Joey Carpenter and Spunk Sasser.

The Georgia/Florida team of Will Batchelor and Blaine Courson finished in first place in the Average of the #12 Division. They were 28.54 seconds on four steers and earned $3,560, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Jeremy Smith and Michael PHOTOS COURTESY OF LONE WOLF PHOTOGRAPHY

he North Alabama Championships produced by Ed Allen was held on June 15-16, 2013 and went off without a hitch. Team ropers enjoyed a great set of cattle and while the temperature soared outside the confines of the Northeast Alabama Agri-Business Center made it comfortable for all in attendance.

The champions of the #15 Division were the Kentucky/Georgia team of Jason Jenkins and Ty Ethridge. They were 31.50 seconds on four steers and won $1,596, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Warren Casey from Hope Hull, Alabama and Ty Ethridge. Third place was Michael Bratton and Ethridge.

#15 Jason Jenkins (Hopkinsville, KY) / Ty Ethridge (Rome, GA), 31.5 on 4, $1,596 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#13 Brady Reid Dennis (Donalsonville, GA) / Ed Allen (Dadeville, AL), 30.81 on 4, $2,520 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Zack Cargle from Armuchee, Georgia and Tyler Thornton Bratton and third place went to Scott Bone and Billy Lam. from Hoboken, Georgia teamed up to win first place in the Bone and Lam were also the Incentive champions of Average of the #10 Division. The pair took home $4,080, the roping. trophy Gist buckles, $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second Kelli Corbin from Baldwin, Florida and Bob Knudsen place in the roping went to Rayna Gay and Will Batchelor. The from Lancaster, Kentucky teamed up to win first place in the third place team was Paula Knudsen and Lane McPheeters.

Average of the #12 Gold Plus Division. They finished the roping with a time of 35.00 seconds on four steers. That FLEX EARNINGS – North Alabama Championships – Rainsville, AL earned them $1,940, trophy From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Gist buckles and $6,000 in Ben Lawrence ..................Danville, AL ..............$9,000 Michael Bratton................Opelika, AL ..............$3,000 USTRC Flex Earnings. Sanford Billy Lam ........................Canton, GA ..............$6,000 Sanford King ....................Boaz, AL ..................$3,000 King from Boaz, Alabama and Dale Corlew ....................Burns, TN ..................$6,000 Scott Dease......................Blairsville, GA ..........$3,000 Stuart Mitchell from Rainsville, Kathleen Jones ................Shorter, AL................$6,000 Steve AllDay ....................Shelbyville, KY ..........$3,000 Keeper Parker ..................Cleveland, AL............$6,000 Stewart Black ..................Opelika, AL ..............$3,000 Alabama won the Incentive Richard Garcia..................Notasulga, AL ..........$6,000 Stuart Mitchell..................Rainsville, AL ............$3,000 Average. Second place in the Ryan Landry ....................Carriere, MS..............$6,000 Tate Thomas ....................Ranger, GA ..............$3,000 main Average was Alex Bob Knudsen....................Lancaster, KY ............$5,000 Zack Cargle ......................Armuchee, GA ..........$3,000 Jake Wells ........................Rainsville, AL ............$5,000 Clint Long ........................Bonifay, FL ..............$2,000 Montero and Spunk Sasser and Nick Gonzales III ..............Carriere, MS..............$5,000 Rayna Gay ......................Axson, GA ................$2,000 third place was Craig Flowers Ty Ethridge ......................Rome, GA ................$5,000 Scott Bone ......................Calhoun, GA..............$2,000 and Billy Lam Mike Woolven Will Batchelor ..................Hogansville, GA ........$5,000 Adam Toole ......................Rydal, GA ................$1,000 Blaine Courson ................Lake City, FL ............$4,000 Brittany Tirpak ..................Dunnellon, FL ..........$1,000 and Dennis Moore won the Ed Allen ..........................Dadeville, AL ............$4,000 Coty Long ........................Bonifay, FL ..............$1,000 Century Bonus.

Spunk Sasser....................San Antonio, FL ........$4,000 David Gaddis ..................Canton, GA ..............$1,000 Len Jones from Shorter, Tyler Thornton ..................Hoboken, GA ............$4,000 Dustin Brown ..................Jacksonville, AL ........$1,000 Adam Postelle ..................Rocky Face, GA ........$3,000 Glenn Kelly ......................Hope Hull, AL ..........$1,000 Alabama and Bo Brown from Alex Montero....................Miami, FL ................$3,000 Jason Nichols....................Brentwood, TN ..........$1,000 Wellington, Alabama won first Bo Brown ........................Wellington, AL ..........$3,000 Jeremy Smith ..................Clanton, AL ..............$1,000 place in the Average of the #11 Brady Reid Dennis............Donalsonville, GA ......$3,000 Joel Colgrove....................Boligee, AL ..............$1,000 Claude Lowery ................Wesson, MS ..............$3,000 Joey Carpenter..................Rutledge, AL ............$1,000 Division. They were 30.26 Cody Stubbs ....................Odenville, AL ............$3,000 John Utsey ......................Butler, AL ................$1,000 seconds on four steers and Craig Flowers ..................Mineral Bluff, GA ......$3,000 Karter John Kagel ............Wildwood, FL............$1,000 earned $3,780, trophy Gist Doc Taylor ........................Oak Ridge, NC ..........$3,000 Kevin Redstrom ................Boligee, AL ..............$1,000 Dustin Hooper ..................Hayesville, NC ..........$3,000 Kyle Ware ........................Henagar, AL ..............$1,000 buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Dustin Stephens ..............Young Harris, GA ......$3,000 L. Edward Wilson ..............Decatur, TN ..............$1,000 Flex Earnings. Second place in Ethan Wheeler ..................Pisgah, AL ................$3,000 Lane McPheeters ..............Salem, IN ................$1,000 the Average went to the team Jacky Barnett....................Phil Campbell, AL......$3,000 Mark Strickland ................Dunnellon, FL ..........$1,000 Jason Jenkins....................Hopkinsville, KY ........$3,000 Mike Woolven ..................Nettleton, MS............$1,000 of Kyle Ware from Henagar, Jason LaRue ....................Bagdad, KY ..............$3,000 Paula Knudsen ................Lancaster, KY ............$1,000 Alabama and Billy Lam and Kelli Corbin ......................Baldwin, FL ..............$3,000 Rodney Acker ..................Centre, AL ................$1,000 third place was Brittany Tirpak Lance Little ......................Pontotoc, MS ............$3,000 Scottie Hairston ................Sylvania, AL..............$1,000 Len Jones, Jr. ....................Shorter, AL................$3,000 Steve Horne ....................Opelika, AL ..............$1,000 and Tyler Thornton. Steve Leon Venerable ................Woodville, AL ............$3,000 Warren Casey ..................Hope Hull, AL ..........$1,000 HNorne and Glenn Kelly went Matt Frazier......................Benson, NC ..............$3,000 home with the win of the Incentive Average.

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Gay and Batchelor also took home the Incentive win.

Dale Corlew from Burns, Tennessee and Ben Lawrence from Danville, Alabama teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #10 Gold Plus. The team won $1,700, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Kathleen Jones and Richard Garcia and third place was Steve AllDay and Jason LaRue. Corlew and Lawrence won the Incentive Average.

The Average of the #9 Division was won by Ryan Landry from Carriere, Mississippi and Keeper Parker from Cleveland, Alabama. They were 28.19 seconds on four steers and won $4,600, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average went to the team of

#12 Will Batchelor (Hogansville, GA) / Blaine Courson (Lake City, FL), 28.54 on 4, $3,560 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Len Jones, Jr. (Shorter, AL) / Bo Brown (Wellington, AL), 30.26 on 4, $3,780 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Adam Postella and Ethan Wheeler. The team won $3,080 for their efforts. The third place finish went to the Tennessee team of Jason Nichols and L Edward Wilson. The Incentive was won

by Landry and Parker.

The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. The team of Scott Dease from Blairsville, Georgia and Dustin Stephens from Young Harris, Georgia won first place in the roping and took home $3,040, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Leon Venerable and Tate Thomas and third place went to Stewart Black and Eddy Borden. The curtain dropped on the North Alabama Championships and producer Ed Allen was pleased with the production and the turn out.

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#9 Ryan Landry (Carriere, MS) / Keeper Parker (Cleveland, AL), 28.19 on 4, $4,600 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 Scott Dease (Blairsville, GA) / Dustin Stephens (Young Harris, GA), 25.16 on 3, $3,040 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Enrique Salas from Bosque, New Mexico and Cooper Wimberly form Estancia, New Mexico teamed up to finish first place in the Average of the #15 Division. They were 30.05 seconds on four steers and won $1,868, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average went to Kenna Francis and James Gilliland and third was Enrique and Adrian Salas.

The #13 was next on the agenda and the winners of the roping were Grant and Taten Koenig from Sanford, Colorado with a time of 32.82 seconds on four steers. They won $2,814, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Second place went to John English and Perri Sanchez, while third place was Jeremiah Platero and Lane Yazzie.

The final roping of the first day of competition was the #12 PHOTOS COURTESY OF 3 LAZY J PHOTOGRAPHY

he Santa Fe Trail Events Center in Las Vegas, New Mexico is the home of the Lasso Del Norte. The event is produced

by Kenny and Marsha Zamora and their crew. The team roping action began on June 28, 2013 and ended up on June 30, 2013.

The first roping of the event was the Open Division. Chris Francis from Las Vegas, New Mexico and Russell Sullivan from Peralta, New Mexico teamed up and they won the Average with a time of 34.76 seconds on five steers. They won $1,358 plus ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour. Second place went to the team of John English from Belen, New Mexico and Eddie Nieto from Los Lunas, New Mexico. Third place in the Average was Ty Trammell and James Gilliland and the Incentive win went to English and Nieto.

Open Chris Francis (Las Vegas, NM) / Russell V. Sullivan (Peralta, NM), 34.76 on 5, $1,358

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FLEX EARNINGS – Lasso del Norte – Las Vegas, NM Division. Bill McDowell from From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Clayton, New Mexico and Kenny Zamora from Las Vegas, Cavin Jacobs..................Estancia, NM..............$12,000 Tom Corzine ..................Monte Vista, CO............$3,000 Chuck Thompson ............Moriarty, NM..............$12,000 James Gililland...............Edgewood, NM ............$2,000 New Mexico won the roping David Carlile..................Olney Springs, CO ......$12,000 Javier Chavez Minguer....Santa Fe, NM ..............$2,000 with a time of 35.38 seconds on Dallas Kiker...................Red River, NM..............$7,000 Jeremiah Platero ............Fruitland, NM ..............$2,000 four steers. They won $2,872, Merrill Bond ..................Rocky Ford, CO ............$7,000 John English ..................Belen, NM ..................$2,000 Andy Keith James...........La Junta, CO ................$6,000 Junior Hernandez ...........Lovington, NM ............$2,000 trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 Charlotte Davis ..............La Plata, NM ..............$6,000 Lyndsey Padilla ..............La Loma, NM ..............$2,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

David Wimberly .............Moriarty, NM................$6,000 Tommy Jackson ..............Ganado, AZ..................$2,000 Second place went to James Jose Ortega ...................Santa Fe, NM ..............$5,000 Adrian Salas ..................Bosque, NM ................$1,000 Adam Martinez ..............Las Vegas, NM..............$4,000 Alejandro Chavez ...........Santa Fe, NM ..............$1,000 and Tommy Gililland. Lyndsey Brandon Muniz ..............Santa Rosa, NM ..........$4,000 Anthony Silva ................Los Lunas, NM ............$1,000 Padilla from LaLoma, New Cooper Wimberly............Estancia, NM................$4,000 Brandon Gore ................Edgewood, NM ............$1,000 Mexico heeled his way into Enrique Salas ................Bosque, NM ................$4,000 Dominic Silva ................Los Lunas, NM ............$1,000 Jace Davis .....................Capitan, NM ................$4,000 Eddie Nieto ...................Los Lunas, NM ............$1,000 third place with Javier Chavez Jacob Gudgell ................Logan, NM ..................$4,000 Eloy Zamora ..................Mora, NM ....................$1,000 Minguer from Santa Fe, New Jeff Davis.......................La Plata, NM ..............$4,000 Faustino Enriquez...........Santa Fe, NM ..............$1,000 Mexico. Junior Hernandez Andrea Ortiz Madrid.......Tucumcari, NM ............$3,000 Joe Hughes....................Canyon, TX ..................$1,000 Armando Gonzalez .........Houston, TX..................$3,000 John Martinez ................Rociada, NM ................$1,000 from Lovington, New Mexico Bill McDowell ................Clayton, NM ................$3,000 Joseph Garcia ................Rio Rancho, NM ..........$1,000 and Randy Sanchez from Bret Dolan.....................Conroe, TX ..................$3,000 Juan Carpio ...................Santa Fe, NM ..............$1,000 Jarales, New Mexico won the Dustin Aldridge..............Monte Vista, CO............$3,000 Kenna Francis ................Las Vegas, NM..............$1,000 Ernie Jaquez ..................Aztec, NM ....................$3,000 Kurt Vashus....................La Junta, CO ................$1,000 Incentive Average.

Freddy Ortiz...................Tucumcari, NM ............$3,000 Lane Yazzie ....................Kirtland, NM ................$1,000 Jose Ortega from Santa Fe, Grant Koenig .................Sanford, CO ................$3,000 Lucas Screws.................Melrose, NM ................$1,000 New Mexico and Ricky Wilson Hugo Maldonado ...........Harwood, TX ................$3,000 Lydia Ulibarri.................Las Vegas, NM..............$1,000 Kenny Zamora ...............Las Vegas, NM..............$3,000 Marty Valencia................Las Vegas, NM..............$1,000 also from Santa Fe were the Marco Coca ...................Las Vegas, NM..............$3,000 Michael Fish ..................Capitan, NM ................$1,000 stars of the #12 Gold Plus Max Calladitto ...............Prewitt, NM ................$3,000 Perri Sanchez.................Belen, NM ..................$1,000 Division. They teamed up first Raul Hernandez .............Harwood, TX ................$3,000 Reyes Marquez ..............Seboyeta, NM ..............$1,000 Ricky Wilson ..................Santa Fe, NM ..............$3,000 Roy Montoya .................Sapello, NM ................$1,000 in the Average. The duo was Robert Yardman .............Rio Rancho, NM ..........$3,000 Rudy Benavidez .............Albuquerque, NM ........$1,000 39.66 seconds on four steers Ryan Baca.....................Canjilon, NM................$3,000 Shane Sena ...................Sapello, NM ................$1,000 and took home $1,132, trophy Steve Robinson..............Liberty Hill, TX..............$3,000 Tommy Gililland.............Tularosa, NM................$1,000 Taten Koenig .................Sanford, CO ................$3,000 Vic Sing.........................Carlsbad, NM ..............$1,000 Gist buckles and $6,000 in Toby Lambeth................Trinidad, CO ................$3,000 Wacey Brady .................Kirtland, NM ................$1,000 USTRC Flex Earnings. Chuck Thompson from Moriarty, New Mexico won second place with Cavin Jacobs from Estancia, New Mexico. Third place was Charlotte Davis and Jacobs. Thompson and Jacobs won the In the #11 Division the Average champions were Jacob Incentive Average and Jeff Davis and Ernie Jazquez won the Gudgell from Logan, New Mexico and Jace Davis from Century Bonus.

Capitan, New Mexico. The team took home $4,002, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Gudgell and Davis also won the Incentive Average. Second place in the main Average was Lydia Ulibarri and Lyndsey Padilla. The third place team was Joseph Garcia and Brandon Gore..

Dallas Kiker from Red River, New Mexico and Brandon Muniz from Santa Rosa, New Mexico finished first place in the Average of the #10 Division. They were 36.70 seconds on four and won $4,872, trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Jose Ortega and Vic Sing, while third place went to Javier Chavez Minfuer and Alejandro Chaves. The Incentive #15 Handicap winners were Kiker and Muniz.

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#13 Handicap Grant Koenig (Sanford, CO) / Taten Koenig (Sanford, CO), 32.82 on 4, $2,814 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#12 Bill McDowell (Clayton, NM) / Kenny Zamora (Las Vegas, NM), 35.38 on 4, $2,872 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Jacob Gudgell (Logan, NM) / Jace Davis (Capitan, NM), 33.67 on 4, $4,002 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #10 Dallas Kiker (Red River, NM) / Brandon Muniz (Santa Rosa, NM), 36.7 on 4, $4,872 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Wimberly took first place in the #10 Gold Plus. They were 51.79 seconds to win $2,062, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex earnings for first place in the Average. The pair also won the Incentive Average. Second place in the roping was David Carlile and Andy Keith James, and third went to Carlile and Merrill Bond.

Armando Gonzalez from Houston, Texas and Raul Hernandez from Harwood, Texas teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #9 Division. They earned $5,966, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the

Average was Steve Robinson and Hugo Maldonado and third place went to Reyes Marquez and Eloy Zamora. Adam Martinez and Ryan Baca won the Incentive Average.

The final roping of the Lasso Del Norte was the #8 Pick/Draw. Tom Corzine from Monte Vista, Colorado and Dallas Kicker were first in the Average with a time of 36.79 seconds on three steers. They won $3,236, trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Freddy Ortiz and Max Calladitto and third place went to Andrea Ortiz Madrid and Bret Dolan.

#9 Armando Gonzalez (Houston, TX) / Raul Hernandez (Harwood, TX), 38.66 on 4, $5,966 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Tom Corzine (Monte Vista, CO) / Dallas Kiker (Red River, NM), 36.79 on 3, $3,236 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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seconds on four steers and earned $3,368, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist buckles. Second place was the team of Bill Kennedy and Ky OBerg and third place went to Kiana UechiWon and Donald Pallesen. The Incentive winners of the roping were Ralph Carty and Bart Greenhalgh.

The #10 Division winners were J.R. Dees from Aurora, South Dakota and Kyle Jones from Morristown, Arizona. They caught four steers in 32.42 seconds. The feat gave them $5,496, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Monica Smith from Parachute, Colorado and Steve Whinnery from Powderhorn, Colorado. The third place finishers were Jim Seppie and Jerry Kraft. Seppie and Kraft also PHOTOS COURTESY OF HORSE TALES PHOTOGRAPHY

ock Springs, Wyoming and the Sweetwater Events Complex was the host of the Red Desert Classic. C & C Roping and Bill Cornia produced the annual event and it went off without a hitch. Ropers from around the Wyoming, Colorado, and the Utah area enjoyed the home of the National High School Finals Rodeo. The facility has made lots of improvements and tons of additions. Team ropers were treated with a revised schedule to accommodate a scheduling conflict, and they liked the format.

The #11 Division started the weekend off and the winning team was Tanner Pallesen from Manila, Utah and Jason Hershberger from Litchfield Park, Arizona. They were 34.35

#15 Handicap Dustin Bennett (Roosevelt, UT) / Duke Freeland (Neola, UT), 35.59 on 4, $1,900 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#13 Handicap Casey Penrod (Ogden, UT) / Roman Collins (Merion, UT), 32.79 on 4, $2,724 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Rock Springs, Wyoming won the Average with a time of won the Incentive Average.

31.25 seconds on three steers. They took home $3,358, The team of Bob Caldwell from Roosevelt, Utah and Matt trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Peterson from Morgan, Utah teamed up to win first place in the Brian Brown and Trevor Buttars were second place and the Average of the #10 Gold Plus. The duo roped four steers in 34.33 third place team was Steve Adrian and Kyle Phillips. seconds and earned $2,254 plus trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 The second day of team roping action began with the #15 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Gib Division.

The team of Dustin Bennett from Roosevelt, Utah Roberts from Jackson, Wyoming and Earl Higgins from Phoenix, and Duke Freeland from Neola, Utah won the Average with Arizona. They were 43.58 seconds on four steers. The third place finishers were Lee Smith and Jerry Satterfield. The Incentive FLEX EARNINGS – Red Desert Classic – Rock Springs, WY champions were Roberts and From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Higgins. They were 28.71 Scott Hulme ..................Plymouth, UT............$11,000 Travis Peatross................Roosevelt, UT..............$3,000 seconds on three steers and Trevor Buttars ................Riverside, UT ............$10,000 Billy Jackson ..................Roosevelt, UT..............$2,000 Casey Penrod..................Ogden, UT ..................$8,000 Cole Sherwood ..............San Tan Valley, AZ ........$2,000 won $966, trophy Gist buckles Brian Brown ..................Silt, CO ......................$7,000 Steve Sherwood..............Grace, ID ....................$2,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earl Higgins ..................Phoenix, AZ ................$6,000 Anne Adams ..................Baggs, WY ..................$1,000 Earnings. D.A. Poll and Higgins Gib Roberts ....................Jackson, WY ................$6,000 Bart Greenhalgh ............Olathe, CO..................$1,000 Jerry Satterfield ..............Parachute, CO ............$6,000 Bill Kennedy ..................Randolph, UT..............$1,000 won the Century Bonus.

Lee Smith ......................Parachute, CO ............$6,000 Brody Adams..................St. George, UT ............$1,000 The #9 Division winners Dustin Bennett ..............Roosevelt, UT..............$5,000 C.J. Rudd........................Riverton, UT ..............$1,000 were Trevor Buttars from Gene Holm ....................Wallace, NE ................$4,000 Chad Peterson ................Morgan, UT ................$1,000 Jason Hershberger ..........Litchfield Park, AZ ......$4,000 Cheyenne Sherwood ......San Tan Valley, AZ ........$1,000 Riverside, Utah and Carl Joshua Warren ................Silt, CO ......................$4,000 Clay Berry ......................Garland, UT ................$1,000 Buttars from Clarkston, Utah, Steve Adrian ..................Casper, WY..................$4,000 Jason Foote ....................Roosevelt, UT..............$1,000 as they caught four steers in a Tanner Pallesen ..............Manila, UT..................$4,000 Jeff Clark........................Casper, WY..................$1,000 Amy Lowry ....................Olathe, CO..................$3,000 Jesse Nash......................Vernal, UT ..................$1,000 time of 38.70 seconds. The win Billy Arnold ....................Rawlins, WY ................$3,000 Jesse Nash......................Vernal, UT ..................$1,000 was worth $5,562, trophy Gist Bob Caldwell..................Roosevelt, UT..............$3,000 John O’Connor................Cave Creek, AZ ..........$1,000 buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Cal Buttars ....................Clarkston, UT ..............$3,000 Kiana UechiWon ............Aiea, HI ......................$1,000 Clint Stroud....................Delta, CO ..................$3,000 Klint Choate ..................Pinedale, WY ..............$1,000 Flex Earnings. Second place Duke Freeland ................Neola, UT ..................$3,000 Ky O’Berg ......................Ephraim, UT ..............$1,000 went to Jim Seppie and Jerry Heavy Sursa ..................Bluebell, UT................$3,000 Kyle Bubak ....................Garland, UT ................$1,000 Kraft. The third place team was J.R. Dees ........................Aurora, SD..................$3,000 Kyle Choate....................Pinedale, WY ..............$1,000 Jason Peatross ................Roosevelt, UT..............$3,000 Matthew Pineda ............Kamas, UT..................$1,000 Brian Brown and Joshua Jerry Kraft ......................Encampment, WY ........$3,000 Monica Smith ................Parachute, CO ............$1,000 Warren. They also took home Jim Seppie ....................Rock Springs, WY ........$3,000 Nathone Adams ..............Baggs, WY ..................$1,000 the Incentive win.

John Hintz ......................Big Piney, WY ............$3,000 O.B. Ready ....................Rawlins, WY ................$1,000 John Keller ....................Rock Springs, WY ........$3,000 Ralph Carty ....................Montrose, CO..............$1,000 The #8 Pick/Draw was the Kyle Jones ......................Morristown, AZ............$3,000 Ryan Anderson ..............Neola, UT ..................$1,000 final roping of the first day of Kyle Phillips ..................Malad City, ID ............$3,000 Steve Whinnery ..............Powderhorn, CO..........$1,000 competition at the Red Desert Matt Peterson ................Morgan, UT ................$3,000 Todd Jones ....................Malad City, ID ............$1,000 Ozzie Hay ......................Rock Springs, WY ........$3,000 Whip Lewis ....................Queen Creek, AZ ........$1,000 Classic. When it was all said Raymond Depalma ........Evanston, WY..............$3,000 Wyatt Hershberger ..........Litchfield Park, AZ ......$1,000 and done, the team of Billy Roman Collins ................Kamas, UT..................$3,000 Arnold from Rawlings, Wyoming and John Keller from SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 127

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a time of 35.59 seconds on four steers. The pairing won $1,900, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Cole Sherwood and Jason Hershberger and third place was Dustin Bennett and Billy Jackson.

The #13 Division champions were the Utah team of Casey Penrod and Roman Collins as they finished the roping with a time of 32.79 seconds on four steers. They won $2,724, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Gene Holm and Steve Sherwood with a time of 33.88 seconds on four and third place went to the team of Ryan Anderson and Jesse Nash.

The team of Gene Holm from Wallace, Nebraska and C.J. Rudd from Riverton, Utah teamed up to win the Average of the #12 Division. They were 33.79 seconds on four steers and won $2,734, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Casey Penrod and Scott Hulme.

Penrod and Rudd finished in third place. Clay Berry and Kyle Bubak won the Incentive Average.

The final roping of the weekend was the #12 Gold Plus.

Heavy Sursa from Bluebell, Utah and Scott Hulme from Plymouth, Utah won the Average in the #12 Gold Plus Division. They completed the roping with a time of 33.37 seconds on four steers and earned $1,102, plus trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Trevor Buttars and Scott Hulme and third place went to Casey Penrod and Hulme. The team of Raymond Depalma and Austin Christensen won the Incentive Average with a time of 32.69 seconds on three steers.

The Red Desert Classic came to a close and ropers were pleased with the event. They traveled far and wide to enjoy the great production and the wonderful USTRC team roping experience.

#12 Gene Holm (Wallace, NE) / C.J. Rudd (Riverton, UT), 33.79 on 4, $2,734 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Tanner Pallesen (Manila, UT) / Jason Hershberger (Litchfield Park, AZ), 34.35 on 4, $3,368 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#9 Trevor Buttars (Riverside, UT) / Cal Buttars (Clarkston, UT), 38.7 on 4, $5,562 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 J.R. Dees (Aurora, SD) / Kyle Jones (Morristown, AZ), 32.42 on 4, $5,496 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Billy Arnold (Rawlings, WY) / John Keller (Rock Springs, WY), 31.25 on 3, $3,358 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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MAZE Help Rudy the Roper drive his steers through the maze and back into the arena.

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ROPER MATH A farrier can shoe eight horses on a normal day. How many horses can he shoe in three days?

Bonus Question: How many horseshoes will he need to shoe all of these horses?

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West Coast Regionals 10 to 12 7 to 9 6 and Under Travis Drosos Katelyn Browder Ross Rivera Wyatt Deluno Trey White Talon Barnes

West Texas Championships 10 to 12 7 to 9 Isaac Oriedo Cowboy Porras Normando Carrasco RayRay Ruiz

Western Colorado Championships 7 to 9 6 and Under Brannan Allen Kylie Bastian Deana Woods Thomas Satterfield

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Riding Herd

by Lee Pitts

A Committee Of One

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m not a real meeting-goer. The last meeting I went to was 20 years ago, and believe me, it felt like it lasted that long. I doubt the Rotarians would have me and, although I think highly of them, I’m not a Moose, Elk, Lion or any other group of wild animals that meet regularly. I was on a planning commission once but the group seemed to think that our town might be better off if I stayed home.

One of the reasons I dislike meetings so much is that I was a member of the FFA in high school and all our meetings were conducted properly using Robert’s Rules of Order. Although groups say they are using the same rules today, I think they are really using Howard or Helen’s Rules of Order. Or whoever else is President.

The primary reason I hate meetings is that any time you get more than two people together they start acting stupid.

Instead of saying, “That’s the most idiotic idea I’ve ever heard,” you hear yourself seconding the motion. And elections? You gotta be kidding. When’s the last time you saw a group actually take nominations from the floor, give each candidate a chance to speak, and then vote? Instead, some brain trust known as the nominating committee meets in secret and comes up with a list of candidates with only one person nominated for each office. When the chairperson, or chairhuman, asks for further nominations no one dares nominate another person for fear of being banished, or being made secretary.

Some people spend their lives going to meetings and if you go to enough pretty soon you find yourself being sent to the ultimate meeting, a convention, where you get to stay in fancy hotels you’d never think of staying in if you had to pay for it

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yourself. But you’ll pay a price in other ways for whatever group you represent, whether it is beef, hogs, or beets, you’ll eat some form of it at every meal. Even for breakfast. Prune pancakes, beef oatmeal or spinach waffles anyone?

Your reward for sitting through all the boring committee meetings is that you get to play in the pre-convention golf tournament, shop in stores you don’t have at home, or see sights you’d never see otherwise. This is why conventions are held in New Orleans and Las Vegas and not Lovelock or Laredo. Aside from giving each other gaudy plaques for their service, serious attendees collect business cards, network, play politics, listen to professors drone on, and spend their hours producing minutes.

Let’s be frank, the real reason people go to conventions is the trade show where you are given a canvas bag to fill with free goodies. It’s like Halloween for old people.

And you don’t even have to wear a mask!

It’s also the reason why many men and women take their spouse, so they get two swag bags instead of just one.

At the convention the pecking order is decided by how long your name badge is.

Just like the merit badges you earned in Cub Scouts or Girl Scouts, at the convention you are given a name badge composed of cards with each one representing a committee or a position.

The longer your name badge hangs from your neck, the more important you are. If it reaches your navel or rests on the top of your belly you are probably President. If you drag your name badge behind you like a tail, you are so important when you walk through crowds the plebeians will part like you are king.

Of course, the purpose of any convention is to form committees. If you find yourself on one of these, congratulations, you have arrived. And if you keep your nose clean, show you are a team player, and don’t get too drunk or obnoxious at the cocktail party, you may one day find yourself on the all important steering, long range planning, or nominating committee. Or, heaven forbid, a BLUE RIBBON TASK FORCE! Be advised, it’s not exactly like the blue ribbon you won at the fair for your hog or your sheep, but the boss hog will undoubtedly lead, and the sheep will be expected to follow. wwwLeePittsbooks.com

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On the Edge of Common Sense

by Baxter Black, DVM

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ome horses are as good as gold.

They take care of kids just learning, old cowgirls with osteoporosis, cowboys of any age who should have a designated driver, and homeward bound riders lost in a blizzard. I classify these gold horses in the same category as those equidae who performed routinely heroic duties in the Pony Express, pulling cannons in the civil war, Seabiscuit, and Trigger, who could always save Roy in times of distress.

There’s a heroic picture of Cannonball hanging on the wall at Cheryl and Howard’s ranch house on the Wasatch front.

One morning Howard was tending to his artificial insemination program and had to drive to town. He asked Cheryl to ride through the cows to check for those in heat. He left Cannonball saddled up in the barn.

Cheryl was the kind of horseman who rode when it was necessary.

However, she had little interest in learning more than the basics; get on, go straight, turn or stop. The equivalent of a motorcar driver who doesn’t change flats, drive anything with a clutch, and never thinks of checking the oil. She assumes someone else worries about that stuff.

She puffed out to the barn in her down-coat, mud boots, mittens and stocking cap. Using a block for a stool, she climbed aboard. Cheryl trusted Cannonball. Howard was proud of his new saddle, custom made

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heavy and still squeaked.

Out amidst the cows they trod purposefully and soon spotted one showing signs of estrus. Cheryl approached the cow, leaned out over the right side to read the tag and the saddle slipped fast as a fireman down a flagpole! She was under Cannonball’s belly with one foot still in the stirrup, hung up and completely CR VSA upside down!

From her precarious position she eyed Cannonball. She had thoughts of being drug to death, or paralyzed! Had she written her will? Who will raise her children? And, ‘Did I leave anything simmering on the stove?’ flooded her mind!

Fast-forward twenty minutes.

Cheryl had extracted herself unhurt.

She could not figure out how to undo the saddle so she unbuckled, unsnapped, untied and unwrapped every attachment she could find until it fell to the ground. The trusty Cannonball watched the whole process with resignation and patience.

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She plopped her hands on her hips and said indignantly, “Now who in the world would ever think of that?” www.baxterblack.com

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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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Anyway, if you can get past the fact that mustache was in vogue when Ronald Reagan was president, you should be able to embrace the fact that this thing they call the internet may be here to stay. Now I don’t know if Al IN did HOUSE PROOF Gore really invent it or if he justCRX’D convinced himself that he did, but one thing is for certain, I have decided that it has the ability to be one of the greatest inventions known to man (when it is in the hands of someone who knows how to use it.) So I know you are wondering

very once in a while something good comes out of something that could otherwise be considered unfortunate. Since we conversed last I guess you could say that one of our fellow ropers was felled by an unfortunate accident while practicing for a USTRC sanctioned event. The phone call started like most... “We’ve had that old horse for years and he has never even offered to...” You know how the rest of the conversation goes if you have spent any time at all around our sport or any time at all around horses in general. Injuries are a part of life but VSA they are also a part of sports and if you add in the equine element, such as in our fine sport, then it is safe to say injuries are somewhat inevitable. Over the thirty plus years that I have been involved in the business of dealing with injuries I have seen more changes than I

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I was in the process of getting his mailing address, fax number and other outdated information so as to get him some current information in this calendar year when my phone began to ring. The first thing that crossed my mind was the fact that my phone doesn’t ring when I am talking on it. The oddity of this was quickly surpassed when I realized that I was talking to myself and being “FaceTimed” by the kid I was

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supposed to be talking to and I didn’t even know what it meant. I answered the “FaceTime” request and presto... I immediately realized that the way I was going to interact with you, my faithful readers, in the future had been forever changed and changed forever for the better. Over the period of the next fifteen plus minutes we were able to communicate with each other “Face to Face” even though we were hundreds of miles apart and all of those things that we had been attempting to describe to each other previously became visual and meaningful to say the least. (On a side note: If you are a grandparent you better get you some access to this new technology quick because if you don’t you are cheating yourself and your grandkids out of some quality “FaceTime”.)

Anyway back to the real benefit of this somewhat seemingly bad situation.

As we were finishing up our conversation that very intuitive young man that I was dealing with made me an offer that I couldn’t refuse. Apparently I was in need of a webmaster and I didn’t even know it and although I don’t think he’s even old enough to drive he can in fact get me to where I need to go on that virtual information super highway called the worldwide web. For years I have owed the domain www.sportsmedicinestable.com but I never actually knew what to do with it. Over the years I have had the opportunity to visit with literally hundreds upon hundreds of you concerning various injuries and conditions but the one thing that always bothered me was the fact that I never could really interact with you unless we happen to be face to face. I always felt that so much of what you were trying to tell me and even more of what I was trying to tell you was getting lost in the process. I always wanted to reproduce that same result I get when I see someone in person as I do when I am not, in fact, in person. Sort of like having that office visit experience without having to physically visit my office.

That’s when my newly acquired technical guru went into action.

So beginning September 1, “The Sports Medicine Stable” will no longer be limited to just this printed monthly installment within the pages of The Superlooper. www.sportsmedicinestable.com will be a web-based interactive addition to this traditional version designed to enhance that particular month’s topic as well as house a wealth of information that has literally been years and even decades in the making. Although I must admit that I made a feeble attempt at such an idea when the cyber world was in its infant stages I feel confident that with the support team I have in place that we will be able to provide you with a resource that will hopefully not only improve your quality of roping but your quality of life as well. I look forward to sharing this information and I invite you to share with me your questions and experiences both good and bad. Just as that somewhat outdated photo at the top of the page has run its course so has the outdated ways that we have communicated with each other over the years. I am thankful for the experiences of the past and the knowledge that it has nurtured and I look forward to sharing it with you and yours in the future in ways that I could only at one time imagine.

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honestly do not know who covers more country faster, the kids or the dogs. Kids don’t quit and neither do dogs. Pair them up and you have an unbeatable, unstoppable operating machine.

When Boss told June Bug and Buzzy to pen the steers they got them there in record CRX’D time. Everyone was VSA IN HOUSE PROOF hot, tired, focused and everyone was busy despite the hot day. It wasn’t a problem because the task was quickly accomplished. Dogs and kids got it done and wasted no time or effort.

Dogs and kids go together kind of like ropers and horses. Wherever the kids are that is where you will find the dogs. Buzzy and the dogs can put steers in the roping chute faster than the best organized and efficient chute crew. Shhhhh! Don’t tell anyone I said that because it is a mother bragging.

COMPLETE GROUND PREPARATION IN ONE PASS! I would rather have the help of my kids and dogs than all the ropers who show up at our house to rope, including Boss.

June has her way of doing things just like Buzzy. She is patient, observant and considerate of everything; steers, dogs and horses.

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fence when someone made a roping run. The clang of the opening gates became her cue to dart in and help.

Boss had chunked a rock at her a time or two to no avail. I’ve always been a firm believer that rock chunking teaches dogs a lot.

Mmmmmm! Anyway, Boss told June the dog had to stay in the yard from now on when we roped. Samantha would work the yard fence, yip and cry and dig because she wanted to be part of the action.

The older and bigger she got the less the fence was a deterrent. June defended her to the hilt and Buzzy roped her if she got out and sent her running back to the yard. It always ended up to be a fuss because June did not condone roping her dogs for any reason.

Anyway, to make a long story short Samantha escaped the confines of the yard fence just as Boss and his partner, Donald, nodded for their steer.

Darting under the arena fence just as Boss turned off somehow in the scramble of legs Samantha became entrapped by rope, legs and flying dust. The horses and steer rolled her up, Boss lost his dally and both horses stumbled but didn’t go down.

Thankfully, they didn’t fall but it was scary to watch and I wished to this day I had had a camera.

Unfortunately, Samantha came out on the worse end of the wreck.

As she lay still in the dirt in the middle of the arena my heart sank and I figured the absolute worst. June Bug let out a blood-curdling scream and Buzzy hollered, “Stupid Dog!” and Boss—well if cussing helped he let out a mouthful.

Horses scattered and the steer ran

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off as Boss made his way to the dog.

June Bug beat him there. Suddenly, the dog moved and more or less staggered to somewhat of a sitting stance. She tried to stagger to her feet but you could see she was trying to get her wits about her. Apparently, and thankfully, she was just more or less addled from being knocked out for a short minute. June Bug knelt to hold her. Samantha licked her in the face and June told her daddy, “She didn’t mean it!” Of course she didn’t and there is always blessings such as horses didn’t fall, no people were injured and the dog was going to be okay.

Needless to say, Samantha sort of decided on her own that the arena had some dangerous concepts she obviously didn’t understand and she never ventured under the arena fence again unless called there for some reason.

There are, indeed, some instances where experience is by far the best teacher.

Buzzy still calls her a “stupid dog” and June Bug steps up to fight and defend her every single time.

Regardless, you can pair up June and Samantha and they can pen anything and they waste no time doing it. You want steers you got steers, you want goats you got goats or you want chickens you got chickens. June threatens Buzzy on a regular basis to, “Leave my dogs alone!”

Samantha might have been addled but all her faculties are fine-tuned and she is fine. She is a great partner and good help in any situation. Pairing kids and dogs is a good idea if you can keep everyone in check and under control. It is just that some lessons are harder learned than others.

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hen I was young, I couldn’t wait to get older and join pro rodeo. I didn’t want to go to college rodeos, which I should have. I didn’t want to go to amateur rodeos and get rodeo experience. Again, I should have. No, I wanted to be a “Professional Rodeo Cowboy.” At 19, I filled my permit by winning $1,000 at small pro rodeos. I became 13897, Walt Woodard - a “Professional,” a full member of the PRCA. It didn’t take me long to realize that they called it “Professional” for a reason. These guys were great.

Shortly after I got my card (I don’t know why this stuck in my mind, but it did), I was at a rodeo and it was in the early morning. I was walking by a small camper and a man opened the door. As he stepped out, I looked inside.

There was a woman inside with two small children. It dawned on me that he wasn’t there just to hear his name called. He was dead serious about his roping and the competition. He had three people depending on him. My dad told me as a kid, when a coyote and a dog fight, the coyote always wins.

The dog is fighting for fun and the coyote is fighting for his life. One look into the man’s face and I knew that he was the coyote and I was the dog.

I was a boy roping against men, and not only men but those I had idolized my entire life. They seemed so good and so confident and almost unbeatable. I was in a position to learn and get better at my trade. All I had to do was to watch and listen. I was surrounded by great ropers. If I would have picked out the best fundamentals from several of the top competitors and then mixed it with my strengths, those would have been the ingredients for success.

Is that what I did? Oh no, I went the other way! I decided that because I had idolized these guys all my life, if I continued to think about how good they were, I would never be able to defeat them. So I decided that I would pick out the weakness in each person I saw, and dwell on that. By doing that, I thought I would be able to attack them at that level. I

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never roped worse in all my life. Instead of picking out the best thing that each champion did, I picked out the worst. I placed that in my mind, and that’s exactly what came out of me. Without understanding the consequences of my studies, my performance was mimicking the poor fundamentals that I had focused on.

I have written this next thing before but it bears repeating. There are two birds that live in a valley. One is a vulture and one is a humming bird. Each morning they both leave the tree at the same time. The vulture looks for things that are dead or dying while the humming bird looks for things that are beautiful and thriving. Each bird finds exactly what they are looking for.

I had become the vulture, and all I was feeding myself was the bad stuff. It made me sick and it will do the same to you. If you choose to look for that in people, you can find flaws in everyone. Unfortunately, we all have them. I have more than most, but none of us are perfect.

Not you, not me, not anyone. If you want to dig deep enough you can find the dirt on anyone. Why would you want to spend one second of your life doing that? I have in my life, and I’m done with that.

Some people say, “That’s just the way I am.”

No you’re not, you weren’t that way when you were young. It’s never too late to change your attitude and get the zest and optimism back.

One of my all time favorite movies is “The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.” If you haven’t seen it, you should. If you have, watch it again.

There is a scene at the end of the movie where he is talking to his daughter and he says this, “You can change or you can stay the same, and you can make the best or the worst of it. I hope you make the best of it. I hope you see things that startle you. I hope you feel things that you will never feel again. I hope you meet people with a different point of view. I hope you live a life you’re proud of. And if you find that you’re not, I hope you have the courage to change”.

Until Next Month, Thanks for your time Walt Woodard

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By the Numbers continued from page 14 tendency to jump fences, that’s just a matter of handling.” Mexican cattle, he allowed, with all that’s involved in the border-crossing process, get used to being handled which makes them less prone to being wild or escape artists. The Sorsby’s start handling their cattle as early as they can and have found that procedure greatly reduces their wild tendencies. He believes if breeders would adapt similar policies towards their Corriente steers, the below par opinion of them would begin to change. There are other advantages to native stock, Sorsby said, “When you buy 100 native Corrientes, you can count on nearly all of them being healthy. With 100 Mexican Corrientes, you’ll usually get at least 5-10% that are not healthy. Also, native Corrientes are cheaper than Mexican right now, as much as $100 to $200.”

Mike Qualls has been involved the production of USTRC events for nearly two decades. He is in complete agreement with what has already been said by the likes of Sanchez, Lucero, Cox and Sorsby. The border situation is bordering on critical. He hopes that Sorsby is right about his native Corrientes. “We’ve certainly been pleased with the performance of Sammy’s cattle at our ropings. They have done well but I’m still not willing to mix native and Mexican Corrientes at the same roping . . . yet.” He added that right now, “There just isn’t a big enough supply of them.” So he still has to depend on Mexican Corrientes to stock

USTRC ropings. “We have Jeff Smith and Ike Cox and others to thank for the fact that the quality of steers at our ropings have not suffered very much. They have been able to stay ahead of the curve so far.” The curve Mike alludes to is the degradation in the quality of steers coming across the border.

“Typically they are smaller than years past and their horns are smaller. Add to that the number of steers crossing has gone down by at least 30% in the last three to four years while the cost has risen 30%, and you can see trouble ahead. Steers picked up at the border and broken-in used to be around $600, today they’re $750.” He doesn’t see any improvement in the current status for at least another two years. Even if the drought improves, he says it may take several years before production can recover. “First, so many ranchers have gotten out of the Corriente business and second, drought has cut the number of breeding stock so deeply there are not enough replacement heifers. So, in the meantime, I see native Corrientes picking up some of the slack.” Mike believes that ropers are going to start using more native Corrientes for practice cattle, in accord with Sammy Sorsby, and will see them more often in low-end ropings. And instead of ten or fifteen practice cattle, you are going to find ropers keeping as few as five or six with many of them native.

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2. Whether you like it or not, you are likely to see more native Corriente cattle at ropings and in the practice pen.

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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 20 July 27-28 (Trent Parker Arena) August 10 September 14-15 October 5 (Qualifier) November 2-3 (Finals)

Giving away $18,000 and a Priefert Chute at Finals! $500 guaranteed in #9 and #10 at all ropings Trent Parker Arena located in Elm City, NC Trent Parker cell 252-289-0027; home 252-236-4998 Co-sanctioned with NTRL $25/roper Format: #14, #12, #11, #10, #9, #8, #7 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

Osburn Arena NTRL Series Campbell, NY August 10, 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.

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

UPCOMING EVENTS TRIAD numbers only

Bowlegs Arena Sumner, GA August 17, 2013

Eleven Bar East Ranch Sanford, NC

Books open at 4:00 p.m.

Rope at 5:00 p.m.

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

Future Dates - October 26 & 27

#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

August 3, 2013 Books open at 5:30 p.m. Rope at 6:00 p.m.

#12 Slide Slide up & down • 4-head • $40/roper Enter up to 6X • $500 Added Money #10 3-head • $40/roper • Enter up to 6X #9 3-head • $30/roper • Enter up to 6X $1,000 Added Money #8 3-head • $30/roper • Enter up to 6X NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st through 5th in all ropings Must have 40 teams for added money 2805 Lower Moncure Road Sanford, NC 27330 Stalls and camper hookups available. Contact Chad Shepherd at 813/477-4740 or e-mail: helmsrfh5@aol.com to reserve.

Group rates of $85 plus tax available at the Comfort Suites (919/842-5600) located at 1891 Bragg St, Sanford, NC (ask for Eleven Bar East Ranch roping rate) Food provided on-site by Red Eye Barbeque Information updates posted on the Eleven Bar East Ranch web site.

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 August 24, 2013 - Screven, GA Future Dates - April, 27, May, 25, June 29, July 27, August 24, September 28, November 23, December 28

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

4761 Hwy 203, Screven, GA 31560 2013 USTRC Membership Required.

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

Gustafson Farms Covered Arena Green Cove Springs, FL August 17, 2013 Future Dates: August 17 and September 7 Books open 9:00 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

$1,500 Cash Bonus Series (must attend 3 of the 4 dates to qualify for the cash)

$500 Cash Awarded to High Point Elite #4 and Below, High Point #5-#6, High Point Elite #6 and Above of the series. #12 Handicap Slide Up & Down #11 #10 #9 #8 #12 VIP - 75% Payback

For More Info and Directions: Scott Elliott 386/867-1299 2013 USTRC Membership Required

TRIAD numbers only

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

Rocky Branch Arena Forsyth, GA March 16, April 20, May 11, June 15, July 20, August 10, September 7, October 12, November 9 Arena address: 345 Tommy’s Trail, Forsyth, GA

Green County Ag. Center Greensboro, GA April 13, May 18, June 29, 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

Canvas, WV Friday, August 9, 2013 Books Open 4:00 p.m. Rope 5:00 p.m.

VIP #12/#10 - 75% PAYBACK Enter 2 times, $50/Roper #11 SLIDE Handicapped up to #13 and down to #9 Enter 1/ Draw 1 for $100/roper Enter 3 times for a total of 6 partners.

West Virginia Friday Night Knife Fight 90% PAYBACK • 10 team limit $200 per roper, limit one entry 5 full rounds Call for more information Pre enter to reserve spot - 423/340-0640 NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st – 3rd in Average Current coggins and heath papers required.

USTRC Mountaineer Classic Saturday and Sunday, August 10-11, 2013 See the ad in the USTRC section for more details.

For More Info and Directions: John Johnson 423/340-0640 2013 USTRC Membership Required

TRIAD numbers only

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Calfpasture Farms Louisa, VA August 24, 2013

Eleven Bar East Ranch Sanford, NC Friday, September 27, 2013

Books Open at 10:00 a.m. Rope at 11:00 a.m.

Future Dates: August 24, September 21, November 16, December 7 (July 27 has been cancelled)

Books Open 5:00 p.m. Rope 6:00 p.m.

#14 4 hd $30/roper • Enter 5X #10 3-hd • $30/roper • Enter 5X VIP #12/#10 3-hd • $30/roper • Enter 2X in each #9 3-hd • $30/roper • Enter 5X #12 3-hd • $30/roper • Enter 5X #8 3-hd • $30/roper • Enter 5X #7 3-hd • $25/roper • Enter 5X

VIP #12/#10 - 75% PAYBACK Enter 2 times in each, $50/Roper #11 SLIDE Handicapped up to #13 and down to #9 Enter 1/ Draw 1 for $100/roper Enter 3 times for a total of 6 partners.

#8 (capped at #4 elite) Enter 1/draw 1 for $100/roper, 3 head Enter 3 times for a total of 6 partners NTRL National Shoot-Outs to 1st-3rd in Average

Draw option available in all ropings!

Stalls available.

North Carolina Championships Saturday and Sunday, September 28-29, 2013 (see the ad in the USTRC section for more details)

For More Info Contact: For more info contact David Clark 540/290-3465 or www.info@calfpasturefarms.com Current USTRC Membership Required TRIAD numbers only

For More Info and Directions: John Johnson 423/340-0640 or Chad Shepherd 813/477-4740 Negative Coggins required Current USTRC Membership Required TRIAD numbers only

Smoky Mountain Showdown Bobby Taylor - Truck winner

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Trailer Winners ‘03 - Buzz Bates ‘04 - Zane Neilson ‘05 - Jim White ‘06 - Faron Olsen ‘07 - Quinn Kessler ‘08 - Seth Webber '09 - Hadley Gunn '10 - Rex Wilkins '11 - Glen Dearden '12 - Rex Wilkins

11th Annual Robbers Roost Team Roping Classic August 9-10, 2013 • Price, UT Carbon County Fairgrounds

2-HORSE SLANT TRAILER TO HIGH POINT ROPER

Thursday Night: RANDY FINKBINER MEMORIAL ROPING Carbon County & Emery County Residents ONLY! Deluxe Saddles Sponsored by Dinosaur Tires to the Average winners of #11 Handicap Roping

3-steer • Pick 1, Draw 3, or Draw all 4 for $100 Enter 3 times for a total of 12 partners To enter you must presently live in or in your lifetime have lived in either county.

Enter 6:00 p.m. • Rope at 7:00 p.m.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY - ALL ROPERS WELCOME!

CASH ONLY

#10 TRAILER ROPING

Friday Sign up 4 p.m. • Rope at 5 p.m.

Handicap Roping 3 Steers for $20 • Enter 6x followed by #4 & Under Saddle Roping Books close at 7 p.m.

Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $100 • Enter 3x Saddles to 1st in Average • Cash paid back 2nd - 6th place, depending on number of teams.

4-Steer Average

Trailer Roping Handicaps #10 teams - 0 sec. off #9 teams - 1 sec. off #8 teams - 3 sec. off

All teams winning Average check Thursday & Friday will receive 1 free draw entry in Trailer Roping on Saturday.

TRIAD NUMBERS ONLY

Trailer roping - 1/3 stock charge, 2/3 prize and cash pay-out • Progressive Our goal this year is to have the trailer completely paid for by sponsors Payoff: 10 places in cash in the Average • 3 places cash paid in 1st go High Point roper will win a deluxe 2-horse slant load trailer! Winner responsible for TT&L

Saturday Sign up 9 a.m., Rope at 10 a.m.

HANDICAP SLIDE DRAWPOT 3 for $20 • No cap • Enter 6x followed by

Trailer Roping

Must be entered by 11 a.m. #10 Handicap Trailer Roping Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $120 Enter 4 times for a total of 12 partners Capped at an Elite #5 4 Steer Average

Zane Dansie • 801/599-1238 ZD Cattle Company

For info. call

EXTREME MATCH ROPING Wasatch County Fairgrounds • Heber City, Utah August 31 - September 2, 2013 Saturday, August 31

Friday, August 30

All Match Ropings Are 100% Payback

Monday, September 2

#13 Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw

#11 Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw

#4 & Under Pick 1, Draw 2

all 3 for $120/roper • Enter 4x • Top 25 teams advance to Extreme Match Roping immediately following

all 3 for $120/roper • Enter 4x • Top 25 teams advance to Extreme Match Roping immediately following

or Draw all 3 for $120/roper • Enter 4x • Top 25 teams advance to Extreme Match Roping immediately following

32 TEAM EXTREME MATCH

32 TEAM EXTREME MATCH

32 TEAM EXTREME MATCH

$150/Roper • 100% Payout

$150/Roper • 100% Payout

$150/Roper • 100% Payout

$10,000 TO MATCH WINNERS (based on 32 teams)

$10,000 TO MATCH WINNERS (based on 32 teams)

$10,000 TO MATCH WINNERS (based on 32 teams)

TRIAD Numbers Only • Current 2013 USTRC Cards Cash or Credit Card Only

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Navajo Nation Truck Roping September 5 - 7, 2013 Window Rock, Arizona 2013 Dodge 4x4 3/4 Ton 4-door Diesel Truck to High Point Roper of Truck Roping Truck Guaranteed No Matter Number of Teams

Thursday, September 5 Enter at 8:00 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m.

Excellent Cattle

Friday, September 6 8 a.m. Finish Truck Roping if necessary

OPEN DRAWPOT

Ladies Breakaway

$30/roper • Enter 4x • Limited to 1st 200 teams

Sign up at 1 p.m. Rope at 2 p.m.

4 calves for $150/roper Limited to 40 ropers

Books close for the Truck Roping at 11 a.m.

#10 TRUCK ROPING Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $150/roper Enter 6x for a total of 18 runs Capped at an Elite #5 3-Steer Average Average Payoff (Based on 800 Teams but will be adjusted accordingly) 1st Saddles & $3,500 4th Jackets & $1,600 2nd Buckles & $2,500 5th Jackets & $1,000 3rd Jackets & $2,200 6th Jackets & $600 Short Round 1st Buckles & $1,000

Saturday, September 7 Enter at 1 p.m. • Rope at 2 p.m.

#4 & Under Saddle Roping Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $100/roper • Enter 3x Saddles to 1st in Average Cash Paid Out According to Number of Teams

If Truck Roping is not finished by 9 p.m. Thursday it will continue at 8 a.m. Friday morning.

Sponsors:

• Top 50 to short-go • Any tie will be roped off!

Saturday Night Enter at 5 p.m. • Rope at 6 p.m.

Open Roping $75/roper • 6-steer • Enter 4x

TRIAD numbers only. Current USTRC cards required.

Cash or credit cards only.

Appropriate cut-off times and handicaps TBA. Zane Dansie -

ZD Cattle Co.

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Resistol presents

BLO W O UT

Cactus Saddle & BUCKLE Athens, Texas August 10, 2013

Covered Arena s W ith Big Ass Fan

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

#6 w/#3 cap

Cactus Saddle to High Money Winner

3 head • Enter 1/Draw 3 or Draw all 4 for $100/roper

1st: 2nd: 3rd: 4th:

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

COWBOY CHURCH following #6 Roping

#7 w/Elite #4 cap

Cactus Saddles to Average Winners

3 head • Enter 1/Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100/roper

Books close at the short go of the #6 & Under

#9

w/Elite #5 cap

4 head • Enter 1/Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100/roper Books close at the short go of the #7

Cactus Saddle to High Money Winner

#11

1st: 2nd: 3rd: 4th:

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

1st: Buckles + Cash 2nd: Breast Collars + Cash 3rd: Breast Collars + Cash

Slide

Enter 1/Draw 1 or Draw Both for $75/roper • Enter 4x Books close at the short go of the #9

www.fireitupproductions.com TRIAD numbers only • Cash only FMI: Kevin Blackwell 903/721-0303 James T. 903/521-1511 • J.W. Cotton 214/334-7604

Crockett, TX (936) 546-2467

Trailer & Parts Co.

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

Boswell Asphalt Paving and Excavating Aaron Boswell 903.681.1889 or 817.776.0364

Host Hotel Best Western Plus 903/292-1750 Ask for Fire It Up rate

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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Come Rope the Bounty Steer

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

2013 Ram Crew-Cab Dually Diesel to High Point Roper

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Athens, Texas • August 31-September 1, 2013 Henderson County Fair Park

$80,000

GUARANTEED In Cash & Prizes for the Weekend!

Saturday

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

#7 Saddle Roping - Elite #4 cap Enter 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $125/roper - Enter 3x Payout based on 150 entered teams 1st Saddles + $5,000 2nd Saddles + $3,000 3rd Buckles + $2,500 4th Breast Collars + $2,000 5th Breast Collars + $1,500 6th Breast Collars + $1,000 7th Breast Collars + $1,000 8th Breast Collars + $500 9th Breast Collars + $500 10th Breast Collars + $500 TOP 20 IN THE AVERAGE GET 1 FREE RUN IN THE #7 TRUCK ROPING

Host Hotel Best Western Plus 903.292.1750 Stalls & RV Sites Available CASH ONLY TRIAD numbers only For more information Kevin Blackwell 903/721-0303 James T. 903/521-1511 www.fireitupproductions.com

#7 Truck Roping

with #6 Incentive • 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.

Enter 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $200/roper Enter 6 times for a total of 18 runs 3-head, progressive after one, 18 second cutoff Call in pre-entry open for the Sunday #7 Truck Roping on Monday, August 26, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. • Close when roping fills - 250 entered teams will be taken for Sunday Call 903/795-3937 or 903/795-3745 Visa, Mastercard or American Express accepted (3% surcharge)

2013 Ram Crew-Cab Dually Diesel to High Point Roper Saddles

$500 to

Saddle to Reserve High Point Roper Fast Time to #6 1st in the Average • Saddles + $7,500 in Short-Go Incentive 2nd in the Average • Saddles + $4,000 to Team Average 3rd in the Average • Buckles + $3,000 Not Placing Winners 4th in the Average • Buckles + $2,000 in Main 5th - 6th in the Average • Buckles + $1,500 Average 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)

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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Must have current USTRC membership. Memberships sold on-site.

TRIAD NUMBERS ONLY

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5 Anniversary Tour th

Philipp Ranch presents

August 24-25, 2013

SINTON, TEXAS - Covered Arena TEXAS SAN PATRICIO FAIRGROUNDS 219 West 5th St., Sinton, TX, 78387 - R.V. and Stalls - 361/364-9580 Saturday: Open, #15, #13, #12, Jr. Roping, #11, #10 (capped at Elite #6) Books open at 8:00, close at 8:30 a.m., rope at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday: #9 (capped at Elite #5), #8 (capped at #4) Books open at 8:00, close at 8:30 a.m., rope at 9:00 a.m.

MUST HAVE CURRENT COGGINS TO ROPE!

SPONSORS

Information on Books and Ropings Saturday: Open, #15, #13, #12, Jr. Roping, #11, and #10 (capped at Elite #6) Sunday: #9 (capped at Elite #5) and #8 (capped at #4) 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.

Entry Fees: Open, #15, #13 , #12, #11 - $150/roper - Enter twice. #10 - $100/roper, enter 3 times. #9 - $50/roper Enter 5 times. #8 - $150/roper - Enter Twice. Draw two with a partner or draw all three.

USTRC draw in option available in all ropings.

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)

Big Loop Big Money Team Roping Tour 5 Year Anniversary 2013-2014 Schedule

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September 28–29 Edna, TX – Brackenridge Complex November 29–30 Bryan, TX – Brazos County Expo Center

(note: this is a Friday & Saturday with different start times)

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

Must compete in 3 of the 9 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 12 and under. Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Free entry at all ropings.

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 Average winners as designated 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.

December 1 2nd Annual Turkey Trot Roping Bryan, TX – Brazos County Expo Center January 4 and 5 Hallettsville, TX – Lavaca Expo Center February 15 and 16 Hallettsville, TX – Lavaca Expo Center March 22–23 Caldwell, TX – Lightsey Arena April 26–27 Groesbeck, TX - Limestone County Fairgrounds May 17-18 Bryan, TX – Brazos County Expo Center June - 13-14 Montgomery, TX July 18-July 20 FINALS and Horse Sale Bryan, TX – Brazos County Expo Center

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

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#9

#12

#8

#11

• All Ropings $150/roper • Bring 1, draw 2 or draw all 3, or must enter draw 1x, then you can pick the rest of your partners for $50/roper, maximum of 6 runs per roping • 4-head • Enter 2x • Short Round will run slow back • First roping of each day - Books open at 7:30 a.m. close at 8:45 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m.

• For all other ropings - books will close at beginning of short round of preceding roping • All ropings progressive after one Dumm • This is a USTRC Affiliate roping y Rop ing Su Age G • TRIAD numbers only nday a r o u p s: 5 & • Cash only except for Gold Plus members t under • Current USTRC membership required.

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Prizes 2 Saddles Each Day to High Point Ropers Buckles to Average Winners in Each Roping One 2-Horse, Slant, Bumper Pull Trailer to High Point Roper of the Weekend

Over 750 teams in 2012

Doug Johnson 432.352.4288 • Bob Stewart 432.661.8074 • Marcos Bustamante 432.894.5759 Roy Shirley 432.634.2136 • Bruce Wortham 432.664.7332 • Neil Payne 432.664.0439 Curt Locklar 432.631.4582 • Justin Johnson 432.557.3016 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 165

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M-1 Production Trailer Series

July 21 (Sunday) • August 10 & 31 • September 15 (Sunday) October 5 & 26 • November 16, 2013

Texas Tech Equestrian Center • Lubbock, Texas

TWO ilers Will 2-Horse Tra At The Be Awarded Finals!

M-1 PRODUCTIONS

Books open 10:00 a.m. • Rope at 11:00 a.m.

Elite #4 & Under • 3-header Short #10 Handicap • 4-header Score #12 Handicap • 4-header #13 Slide • 4-header All ropings are bring one, draw two or draw all three for $120/roper Runs can be added for $40/roper TRIAD numbers only Ropings must average 200 teams per day for trailers to be awarded Ropers are responsible for tax, title and license

For more information contact Justin Martin 806.778.9932 or Michael Prather 919.360.9364

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21st Annual

Muleshoe Rotary Club LABOR DAY WEEKEND TEAM ROPING 1 R1oDpainy

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Saturday, August 31, 2013 Dusty Rhodes Arena • Muleshoe, Texas

Saturday, August 31

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Saddles to Average Winners

Enter at 7:30 a.m. • Draw at 9:00 a.m.

#5 & Under Drawpot $150/roper • Bring 1, draw 4, or draw all 5 partners Can enter 2 times Roping run in rotations Over 600 teams in 2012

SADDLES TO AVERAGE WINNERS ★ Year in and year out, one of the best ropings in the southwest. ★ TRIAD numbers only. Must show card to collect winnings. ★ CASH ONLY ★ Stalls available next to arena at Muleshoe Livestock Auction. ★ Excellent concessions on the grounds.

We pride ourselves on exceptional payoffs and we never hold out more than 1/3 for stock.

Where else can you compete for saddles for entry fees this low?!

For more information:

Thurman Myers 806/946-9238 or 806/272-3598 Professionally Produced By

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Button Vick Memorial Roping

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Sunday • September 1, 2013 Robertson Hill Ranch • Perrin, Texas

#15 #13 #11 #9 Books open at 9:00 a.m. • Rope at 10:00 a.m. $100/Roper • Enter 4 Times

80% Payback

$5,000 Added BUCKLES TO WINNERS OF EACH ROPING Proceeds go to BV Scholarship Fund !

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TRIAD numbers only USTRC rules For more information 817.675.6419 or 254.246.3944

Sponsor

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Robertson Hill Ranch 3845 Rambling Road Perrin, Texas

www.turnerseed.com 800.722.8616 254.559.2065

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ROPE THE ROCKIES presents Roping at the All Money Won Counts Toward 2013 USTRC National And Regional Shoot-Outs 5303 Hwy. C, Palmyra, MO 63461

Saturday, September 7

9:00 a.m. #13 Slide (Up or Down) followed by Straight #12 Straight #11 Straight #10 Each roping: H $60/roper H Enter or draw all your runs, up to 5x per roping!

H All ropings on Saturday are 4-head, progressive on one H All USTRC rules and dress code observed H Books open at 8:00 a.m. and close 30 minutes before the start of each roping

Sunday, September 8

9:00 a.m. #10 Mixed Century (50 & over) & All-Girl H 4-head for $60/roper #9 H 4-head for $60/roper #8 H 3-head for $40/roper #6 H 3-head for $40/roper H Enter or draw all your runs, up to 5x per roping!

H All USTRC rules and dress code observed H Books open at 8:00 a.m. and close 30 minutes before the start of each roping

FANCY TROPHY SADDLES to the High Money Roper Each Day! Claccic Equine Stable Blankets to the Average Winners of Each Roping

TRIAD numbers only. Must have current USTRC membership. Memberships sold on site.

For more information: www.ropetherockies.com - Jeff Smith 620.921.5903 Ike & Mary Cox 660.425.5502 â&#x20AC;˘ Joel Anderson 573.248.4923

Directions: Going North on Hwy 61, take 1st exit (Business 61) to 4-way stop turn left. After going under train bridge, take left on Hwy C at USDA office, go approx. 5 miles on C, barn is very large metal building on left as you come down hill. From Monroe City take Z, then right on C, just past Lucky Lakes.

Going South on Hwy 61, take 2nd exit (Hardeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exit) on right. Go to stop sign, turn left. Continue on to 4-way stop and turn right.

After going under train bridge, take left on Hwy C at USDA office, go approx. 5 miles on C, barn is very large metal building on left as you come down hill.

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2 points given to fast time of 1st round & short round!

Points given through 20th in average! If a tie occurs, we will have a rope off!

Cash - MC or Visa (3% convenience fee)---TRIAD TRIAD numbers only! You must have a 2013 USTRC membership to collect winnings!

Professional book keepers! Professional announcing! Boliver working the head gate! Robertson Hill Ranch Catttle! *R WR FLUFOHWDUHQD QHW IRU VWDOOV DQG UY·V &LUFOH 7 $UHQD KDV FRYHUHG WKH RXWGRRU DUHQD

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Mississippi September 26-29, 2013 Longhorn R Arena Tuscumbia, Alabama

Extended Prize Line

Huge Guaranteed Payof f

Thursday, September 26

Saturday, September 28

Rope at 6:30 p.m. • Books close at 5:30 p.m.

Rope at 10:00 a.m. • Books close at 9:30 a.m.

Open • $8,000 minimum guaranteed to 1st place Pick 1, Draw 2 • $250/roper • Enter 2 times • 5-head Average Must be at least an Elite #6 header and #8 heeler to enter

#12 Handicap $8,500 minimum guaranteed to 1st place

Friday, September 27

Buckles to Average winners • Trophy jackets to 2nd - 4th Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • $150/roper • May pick 3 partners 9 total entries • Handicap System #2 will be used

Rope at 10:00 a.m. • Books close at 9:30 a.m.

#10 Handicap

#15 Handicap

$7,500 minimum guaranteed to 1st place

$5,000 minimum guaranteed to 1st place

Buckles to Average winners • Trophy jackets to 2nd - 4th Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • $150/roper • May pick 3 partners 9 total entries • Capped at an Elite #6 • 3-head Average Handicap System #1 will be used

Buckles to Average winners • Trophy jackets to 2nd & 3rd Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • $150/roper • May pick 3 partners • 9 total entries #14 team - 2 seconds off • #13 team - 4 seconds off • 4-head Average Must be a #5 or above header and #7 or above heeler

Sunday, September 29

#13 Handicap

Rope at 10:00 a.m. • Books close at 9:30 a.m.

$5,000 minimum guaranteed to 1st place

#8 Handicap

Buckles to Average winners • Trophy jackets to 2nd - 4th Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • $150/roper • May pick 3 partners 9 total entries • 4-head Average • Handicap System #2 will be used

$5,000 minimum guaranteed to 1st place

*Handicap System #1 #10 & #8 Straight time 1 sec off • 2 sec off 3 sec off • 4 sec off • 5 sec off

**Handicap Sytem #2 #15, #13 & #12 Straight Time 2 sec off • 4 sec off 6 sec off • 8 sec off • 10 sec off

Host Hotel: Cold Water Inn 256/383-6844 Ask for ropers rates!

Buckles to Average winners • Trophy jackets to 2nd - 4th • Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 • $150/roper • May pick 4 partners • 12 total entries • Capped at an Elite #4 • 3-head Average • Handicap System #1 will be used Running P Saddles to High Point Ropers of #7 & above • Elite #6 & #6 • Elite #5 & #5 • Elite #4 & below Note: Any team consisting of a #4 heeler or below (not Elite #4) will receive an extra 5 seconds off.

This only applies to the #15, #13 & #12 ropings.

Longhorn R Arena 256/412-3344 call for stall reservations

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USTRC TRIAD numbers will be used • Longhorn R Arena will have a 3-man committee that will have the right to classify any roper not currently classified by USTRC and reclassify any under-numbered roper throughout the event. Cash only. No checks, please don’t ask • In case of rain, the roping will be moved inside and continued where left off with the same barrier • In the event of a tie, there will be a three-head rope off.

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ual First Ann

MIRACLE FARM

Roping Held Day After Bellville Pro Rodeo Slack

$20,000

80%

Payback!

Added!

Thursday, October 10, 2013 Miracle Farm Boys’ Ranch 10802 FM 2621 Brenham, Texas Covered Arena Stalls Available

Books open at 9 a.m.

Rope at 10 a.m.

OPEN ROPING

10-Header $1,000/team, $500/roper Enter 1 time • Progressive after 3 Entries CASH ONLY in Open Roping

PRO-AM ROPING

Same day after 3rd round of Open Roping $250/roper Draw 2 pros Amateurs capped at an USTRC Elite #5 Prizes for 1st through 6th Amateurs • 30% back to Pros Coats Saddles to Amateur Winners - Heading & Healing

BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS for Pros & Sponsors provided by 8 a.m. Miracle Farm Dining Hall

All Pros #7 and up in the Open Roping are required to rope in the Pro-Am

TRIAD numbers only A Children At Heart Ministry

Proceeds Benefit Miracle Farm

Residential boys' ranch where Godly direction meets Western tradition to change a boy's life.

www.miraclefarm.org

Cattle provided by Philipp Ranch

501(c)(3) nonprofit ministry

Donations Welcome!

ROPING

& RIDING TYLER MAGNUS with

VIDEO GAME Tres Rios Silver

The Byrne Family Foundation

For more information call: Miracle Farm 979/836-0901 David B. Jones 979/676-3195 Johnnie Philipp 713/806-4407

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September 27-29, 2013 Amarillo, Texas

$150 / Roper • Enter two times • Elite #5 Cap

$150 / Roper • Enter two times • Elite #6 Cap

Classifications powered by TRIAD

www.stroping.com

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Diamond Dia i mond T Pro Productions r ductions pre ro presents r sents re t ts

Henderson County Fair Park BIG-ASS FANS

3356 Hwy 31 E

Athens, TX X•A August 1 17-18, 2013

SATURDAY

AUGUST 17 TH

SUNDAY

AUGUST 18TH

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

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

#13 Pick / Draw

#11 World Series Qualifier

No Age Limit • No Cap • $100 per Roper Pick or Draw • Enter Three Times Only Taking 100 Teams

Must be 21 • Capped at an Elite #6 Heeler $150 per Roper • Enter Two Times

#13 World Series Qualifier

Must be 21 • Capped at a 6 Heeler $150 per Roper • Enter Two Times

Must be 21 • No Cap • $150 per Roper Enter Two Times

#12 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 • No Cap • $150 per Roper Enter Two Times

#11 Pick / Draw

No Age Limit • No Cap Pick or Draw • Enter Three Times $100 per Roper

#10 World Series Qualifier

#9 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 • Capped at an Elite #5 Heeler $150 per Roper • Enter Two Times

#9 Pick/Draw

No Age Limit • Capped at an Elite #5 Heeler Pick or Draw $100 per Roper • Enter Three Times

Must be at least 21 years or older to rope in WSTR Qualifiers. No Age Requirement in Pick/Draw ropings.

Must have 2013 WSTR or USTRC Membership to rope. WSTR Memberships can be purchased at on-site or by calling (505)898-1755.

Classifications Powered by TRIAD. Resistol Rule: Cowboy Hat or No Hat; No Ball Caps. www.wstroping.com

CASH ONLY! NO CHECKS! Stalls and RV Hook-ups are available. First come, first serve. No reservations.

Diamond T Productions

For more information contact Philip Teague • 580-298-7860

august 24-25, 2013

Levelland, Texas • Mallett Arena climate controlled SATURDAY, AUGUST 24

Enter at 8:00 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m.

#15 $150/roper, Enter 2x, 80% Payback #13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

#12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

#11 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

SUNDAY, AUGUST 25

Enter at 8:00 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m. #10 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

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#9 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

#9 Pick/Draw Roping

Pick 1, draw 1 for $150/roper, Enter 2x, Saddles to Average Winners and Buckles to 2nd through 4th in Average of the #9 Pick/Draw. (Winnings from #9 Pick/Draw count towards World Series accumulated earnings for WSTR members)

Books close for each roping at the start of 3rd round of previous roping

Must be 21 years old or turn 21 anytime during 2013 to participate in WS Qualifiers. WSTR membership or USTRC membership required to collect winnings: You may purchase your 2013 WSTR card for $60 on site or on line or by calling 505.898.1755.

A WSTR memberships are free to ropers 70 and older. Classifications powered by TRIAD.

For Information: Oren Mathews 505/617-0627 • Chris Francis 505/429-0164 www.bigdaddyteamroping.com

CORRIENTE Buckle CO.

MATHEWS LAND AND CATTLE SPONSORS T&T Trailers Belen, NM

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labor day

and hot heels roping AUG. 31 - SEPT. 2, 2013

LAS CRUCES, NM Sproul Arena SATURDAY, AUGUST 31

Books open 8 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m.

Open - Pick 1, draw 1 for $150/roper,

Enter 2x, 80% Payback #15 - Pick 1, draw 1 or draw 2 for $150/roper, Enter 2x, Must be #6 or over header & #7 or above heeler

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 1

Books open 8 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m. #12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

#11 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

#10 World Series Qualifier $150/roper, Enter 2x

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

#13 World Series Qualifier

Books open 8 a.m. Rope 9:30 a.m. #9 World Series Qualifier

Bonus to High Money Winner of the #14

Pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3 for $150/roper, Enter 4x, No Age Limit - Anyone Can Rope HOT HEELS TO HIGH POINT ROPER Saddles to Average Winners of the #9 Hot Heels. (Winnings from #9 Hot Heels count towards World Series accumulated earnings for WSTR members)

$150/roper, Enter 2x

#14 - $50/roper, Enter 4x, $500 Cash

Books close for each roping at the start of 3rd round of previous roping

Must be 21 years old or turn 21 anytime during 2013 to participate in WS Qualifiers. WSTR membership or USTRC membership 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 & older.

Classifications powered by TRIAD.

CORRIENTE

$150/roper, Enter 2x

#9 Hot Heels Roping

For Information: Oren Mathews 505/617-0627 â&#x20AC;˘ Chris Francis 505/429-0164 www.bigdaddyteamroping.com MATHEWS LAND AND CATTLE SPONSORS

Buckle CO.

188 / AUGUST 2013

T&T Trailers Belen, NM

A S S O C I A T I O N

Andrews, TX - September 7-8, 2013 Andrews County Expo Books open 8-9 a.m. • Rope at 9:30 a.m. - Both Days

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 Must be 21 • $150/roper • Enter 2X Capped at #6 Heeler

#12 World Series Qualifier

#9 World Series Affiliate

Must be 21 • $150/roper • Enter 2X No Cap

No Age Limit • Pick or Draw • $100/roper Enter 3X • Capped at an Elite #5 Heeler 2/3 Payback • Buckles to Average Winners

#11 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 • $150/roper • Enter 2X Capped at Elite #6 Heeler

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All Girl Pick 1/draw 2 • $150/roper

#8 Drawpot Schedule Andrews, TX September 7-8, 2013 Levelland, TX October 12-13, 2013 For more information, call:

Gerry Tully 575.937.2298 or Malaika Tully-Suggs 817.219.6704

No Age Limit Bring 1/draw 1 or Draw 2 for $120/roper Enter 2X • Elite #4 Cap • 3-steer 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

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Tulsa, Oklahoma RV Ranch Arena September 7-8, 2013 WORLD SERIES QUALIFIER

WS Qualifiers Pay $36,000 Per Roping at 150 Teams. $5,000 Added DFQH OPEN CHAMPIONSHIPS!

Saturday, September 7 Enter 7:30-8:30 a.m. • Rope 9 a.m.

#13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper • Enter 2x • Jackets to 1st

#12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper • Enter 2x • Jackets to 1st

#11 World Series Qualifier - Will not start before noon $150/roper • Enter 2x • Capped at an Elite #6 heeler • Jackets to 1st

#10 World Series Qualifier - Will not start before 2 p.m.

2013 CALENDAR: Pawhuska, OK Claremore, OK

Nov. 9-10 Nov. 30-Dec. 1

www.wstropings.com WSTR membership or USTRC membership 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. Tulsa RV Ranch Arena hook-ups / stalls / saloon / restaurant 2548 Hwy. 75 S., Beggs, OK 74421 918.267.7569 • CASH ONLY! • World Series Barrier • Resistol rule: Cowboy hat or no hat NO CAPS. • Must turn 21 in 2013 to rope in World Series Qualifiers

• Tri-State Productions – Mackey & Kelli Tully 479.435.2619 • CHURCH ON SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. - Three Strands Ministry 190 / AUGUST 2013

$150/roper • Enter 2x • Capped at #6 heeler • Jackets to 1st

#9 World Series Qualifier - Will not start before 4 p.m. $150/roper • Enter 2x • Capped at an Elite #5 heeler

Sunday, September 8 Enter 7:30-8:30 a.m. • Rope 9 a.m.

- NO AGE LIMITS!

#9 World Series Affiliate - Pick or Draw, no age limits. $100/roper • Enter 3x • Capped at an Elite #5 heeler • Buckles to 1st

#8 Pick or Draw -

Books close during the #9

$80/roper • Enter 4x • Capped at an Elite #5 heeler • Buckles to 1st All Girl – Run with #8 - Books Close During the #9 Bring 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150 • Jackets to 1st #15 80% Payback Pick or Draw - Will not start before 3 p.m.

5 head • $150/roper • Enter 2x • Floor: #6 header, #7 heeler

DFQH Open To The World Championship $5,000 Added • Paid Fees to US Open in OKC to the Highest Placing Qualified TEAM! • 6 head • $250/roper • Enter 2x • Floor: #6 header, #8 heeler • Enter by 4 p.m.

Results - Pictures - Friends - Updates facebook.com/tristatechamps

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Satu urday

World Series of Team Roping

ualifier North Louissiana Expo Center ston, LA ston Septem mber 14-15, 2013

¾ #15 Pick1k1 Draw1/Draw2 $100/roper

¾ #13 Pick1 1-Draw1/Draw2 $100/roper

¾ #13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ No Cap

Books Close at 8:30a Ro ope at 9:00a

Enter any rooping 22XX

All rop opings 4 head except #9 Pick--DDraw

¾ #12 World Series Qualifier Must be 21 or older in 2013 $150/roper ~ No Cap

Sunday Sun day ¾ #11 Pick1k1 Draw1/Draw2

to rope in World Series lifi

$100/roper ~ #6+ heeler cap

¾ #11 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ #6+ heeler cap

¾ #10 World Series Qualifier $150/roper ~ #6 heeler cap

¾ #9 World Series Qualif iffier $150/roper ~ #5+ cap

¾ #9 World Series Affiliate Pick1-Dra Dra aw1/Dra aw2

Stalls & RV Hook-ups ups available on arrival

Resistol Rule: cowboy hat or no hat Classifications powered by TRIAD

2013 WSTR or USTRC membership required. 2013 WSTR card may be purchased at event.

$100/roper ~ No Age Limit ~ 3-head ~ #5+cap Winnings count toward World Series Earnings 1st place qualifies for WSTR Finale Shootout

Information: NJJ Productions on Fac a ebook or call Natie Johnson 318-235 5-3622

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mountaineer ClassiC

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 ustrC Flex earnings ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in options in effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 37 Fancy Trophy Gist Buckles • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 • 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

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK AUGUST 9-11, 2013

CANVAS, WV

FRI., AUGUST 9 5 p.m.

SAT., AUGUST 10 9 a.m.

SUN., AUGUST 11 9 a.m.

NTRL/USTRC Affiliate Warmup Roping. See NTRL Section for more information.

#15 Handicap

#10 (with #9 Inc.)

#13 Handicap

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#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: Good Evening Ranch, 148 Groves Rd., Canvas, WV Directions: Take left at sign and follow Good Evening Ranch signs.

Producer: 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 & RV reservations call Terry Key 865.256.1836 For cabin reservations at the Good Evening Ranch call Cindy at 304.619.9172 Event Info: JX2 Productions John Johnson 423.340.0640 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9

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) $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 and health papers are 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

Welcome to the

USTRC NATION

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

central states showdown

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

23 Trophy Gist Buckles

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 Ustrc Flex earnings 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 AUGUST 16-18, 2013 LAKE ST. LOUIS, MO FRIDAY, AUG. 16 2 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUG. 17 9 a.m.

SUNDAY, AUG. 18 9 a.m.

#15 Handicap

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#10 Gold Plus capped at Elite #5 (with #9 Inc.) Century Bonus included

#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 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: National Equestrian Center Directions: 6880 Lake St. Louis Blvd., Lake St. Louis, MO Producer: Herb Snow 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: Herb Snow 217.452.7551, 217.473.3236 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Holiday Inn Express 636.300.9844, 1175 Technology Drive, O'Fallon, MO Wingate 636.329.8503

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

• Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus • 2nd & 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

#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

CHISHOLM TRAIL

CLASSIC

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

ENID, OK

FORMAT

FRIDAY, AUG. 23

SATURDAY, AUG. 24

SUNDAY, AUG. 25

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

#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 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Chisholm Trail Pavilion Directions: Located at the Garfield County Fairgrounds at 111 West Purdue in Enid, OK. 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 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Comfort Inn 580.234.1200; Hampton Inn & Suites 580.234.4600 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 valid through December 31, 2013.

USTRC NATION

Welcome to the

• Incentive Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 • Average & Incentive Average winners of the #12 Gold Plus • Average & Incentive Average winners of the Specialty #10 Gold Plus • 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY

#13 Handicap

• Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

6 Trophy Gist Bits

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK

#15 Handicap

8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles 23 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

AUGUST 23-25, 2013

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

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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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

Pine Country

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

ClassiC

6 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 • 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

• Average winners of the #11, #10 & #9

25 Trophy Gist Buckles

(for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK AUG. 31-SEPT. 2, 2013

FLAGSTAFF, AZ

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY SATURDAY, AUG. 31 SUNDAY, SEPT. 1

MONDAY, SEPT. 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 12 noon)

12 noon Sunday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Fort Tuthill County Fairgrounds Directions: Three miles south of I-40 on I-17, Exit 337 Producer: USTRC 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: Amerisuites 928.774.8042, 2455 S. Beulah Blvd.

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

8 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the Open, #15, #13 & #12

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

USTRC NATION

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TURQUOISE

CHAMPIONSHIPS

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

presented by 6 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 (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• Average winners of the #11, #10 & #9

25 Trophy Gist Buckles • 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

8 Trophy Gist Knives • Average winners of the Open, #15, #13 & #12

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK FORMAT

SEPTEMBER 13-15, 2013 GALLUP, NM ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, SEPT. 13

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

SUNDAY, SEPT. 15

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: 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 & 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 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 and 2014 season.

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

2

ON-SITE ENTRY • CASH ONLY

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Incentive) $150/roper. Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computer drawn • Enter 2 times • 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) $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.

USTRC NATION

Welcome to the

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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

KANSAS FALL

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER

CHAMPIONSHIPS

8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

23 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 (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

FORMAT

PARK CITY, KS

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, SEPT. 13

SATURDAY, SEPT. 14

SUNDAY, SEPT. 15

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.)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

#9 (with #8 Inc.) #8 Pick/Draw for beginner & novice ropers only (books close at 12 noon)

2 ARENAS WILL BE USED

Location: Kansas Pavilions (formerly Kansas Coliseum) 1279 East 85th Street N, Park City, KS 67147

Directions: I-135 and 85th Street N, Exit 17 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 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Sleep Inn and Suites 316.440.5050; Express Inn 316.927.3900; Comfort Inn North 316.744.7711 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 and 2014 season.

USTRC NATION

Welcome to the

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK SEPTEMBER 13-15, 2013

• 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

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 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & 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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A NATIONAL FINALS QUALIFIER

TEXAS PLAINS CLASSIC

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 8 Trophy Martin Saddles • Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9

25 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 (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• 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

6 Trophy Gist Bits • Average winners of the Open, #15 & #13

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK FORMAT

SEPTEMBER 20-22, 2013 ABILENE, TX ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22

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: Taylor County Expo Center, 1700 Hwy. 36, Abilene, Texas 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: Whitten Inn 800.880.7666 Closest hotel to Expo Center. Ask for the USTRC rate. Full, cooked to order breakfast for two included. On site restaurant and lounge.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 and 2014 season.

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

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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 $150/roper. Enter 2 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #14 team - 1.5 sec. off • #13 & under team - 3 sec. off #13 Handicap $150/roper. Enter 2 times • 4-steer, Progressive after 1 • #12 team - 1.5 sec. off • #11 & under team - 3 sec. off #12, #11 #10, #9 $150/roper. Enter 2 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) $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 • Top 20 teams to the short round.

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.

USTRC NATION

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SOUTHERN COLORADO 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)

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

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK FORMAT

SEPTEMBER 20-22, 2013

PUEBLO, CO

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, SEPT. 20

SATURDAY, SEPT. 21

SUNDAY, SEPT. 22

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 12 noon)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Colorado State Fairgrounds, 1001 Beulah Ave., Pueblo, CO Producer: Rope The Rockies / Jeff Smith / Ike & Mary 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 and Mary Cox 660.425.6343 or USTRC office 254.968.0002

Hotels: Hampton Inn & Suites at Southgate 719.566.1726 Microtel Inn 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 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 and 2014 season.

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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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NORTH CAROLINA CHAMPIONSHIPS

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings Ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 31 Trophy Gist Buckles • Average winners of the #11, #10 & #9 • 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

6 Trophy Gist Knives • Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12,

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK SEPTEMBER 28-29, 2013 SANFORD, NC FRIDAY, SEPT. 27 6 p.m.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 9 a.m.

SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 9 a.m.

NTRL/USTRC Affiliate Warm-Up Roping - See NTRL section for more information

#15 Handicap

#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)

#13 Handicap #12 (with #11 Inc.) Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.) Century Bonus included #11 (with #10 Inc.)

12 noon Saturday Kids 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12

Location: Eleven Bar East Ranch, 2805 Lower Moncure Rd., Sanford, NC Producer: 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.

Additional stall & RV information: There are 30 covered/indoor stalls at $25/night, 30 outside stalls at $15/night, 23 RV hook-ups at $25/night. For reservations call Terry Keys 865.256.1836.

Event Info: JX2 Productins John Johnson 423.340.0640, Chad Shepard 813.477.4740 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Sanford, NC: Comfort Inn & Suites 919.842.5600, 1891 Bragg, $81.99 + tax, ask for Eleven Bar East roping rate. Hampton Inn 919.775.2000, 1904 South Horner, $79 + tax, ask for Eleven Bar East roping rate. Holiday Inn & Suites 919.776.6600, 2110 Dalrympie.

Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 and 2014 season.

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

FORMAT

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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) $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.

USTRC NATION

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SOUTHERN OKLAHOMA

CLASSIC

PRIZES PAID FOR

BY PRODUCER 2 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles • High Money winner Saturday & Sunday (Specialty ropings excluded)

1 Pair Trophy Gist Spurs

USTRC Sanctioned Event Guarantee - Never Less Than: • High Money winner Friday 37 Trophy Gist Buckles $160,000 USTRC Flex Earnings • Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 US Open Tour Points (awarded through 10th in the Average) •• Incentive Average & Incentive Average winners of the Ultimate Partner Finder Draw-in Options in Effect #12 Gold Plus & #10 Gold Plus (for more details see the format section in the back of this issue of SuperLooper Magazine)

• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Winners of the Jr. Looper Divisions

GUARANTEED 2/3 CASH PAYBACK OCTOBER 4-6, 2013

FORMAT

ARDMORE, OK

ACTION STARTS 9 a.m. DAILY FRIDAY, OCT. 4

SATURDAY, OCT. 5

SUNDAY, OCT. 6

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: Hardy Murphy Coliseum, 600 Lake Murray Drive, Ardmore, OK 73402 Producer: Rope The Ozarks Cattle: Rope The Ozarks 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: Kevin Hall at Rope The Ozarks 417.547.3406 or USTRC office 254.968.0002 Hotels: Best Western 580.332.6262; Holiday Inn Express 877.786.9480; La Quinta 580.436.5000; Quality Inn 580.332.9000 Choice Hotels: choicesportstravel.com, Special Rate ID #00214570

Incentive Ropings in the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Current coggins may be requested 2013 or 2014 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. Memberships purchased at this event are good for 2013 and 2014 season.

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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) $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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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

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

Century Bonus

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

Both members must be 50 or older within the calendar year. Entry fee is an extra $50/roper, 100% payback.

Average winners determined after 3rd round.

#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

Option 2 (Open Pick / Draw)

#12, #11, #10 and #9

$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

$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

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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#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

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 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

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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

#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

$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

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

#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

$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 #9 Incentive Progressive after 1 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Both members must be 50 or older within the calendar year.

Entry fee is an extra $50/roper, 100% payback. Average winners determined after 3rd round.

Option 2 (Open Pick/Draw)

Option 1

Option 3

Century Bonus

USTRC Flex Earnings

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

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

2013 Format 3

Option 3

Open with #15 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 #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

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

Century Bonus Both members must be 50 or older within the calendar year.

Entry fee is an extra $50/roper, 100% payback. Average winners determined after 3rd round.

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#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 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

2013 Format 4 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

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

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

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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 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 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Century Bonus Both members must be 50 or older within the calendar year.

Entry fee is an extra $50/roper, 100% payback. Average winners determined after 3rd round.

#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

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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 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

1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

Top 20 teams on 3 steers qualify to short round #9 Only – Top 30 Qualified teams to short round

Gold Plus #10 with #9 Incentive Option 2

#8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4)

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

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 Capped at an Elite #5 1st – 3rd Main Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings 1st – 3rd Incentive Average – $6,000 USTRC Flex Earnings

(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

Century Bonus Both members must be 50 or older within the calendar year.

Entry fee is an extra $50/roper, 100% payback. Average winners determined after 3rd round.

#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.

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive

#12, #11, #10 and #9

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

$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

Draw-In Option (For all Formats) Need a Partner? Try the USTRC’s New Draw-In Option – It’s the ultimate Partner Finder Pick or Draw any combination of partners.

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

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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.

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

MAZE

USTRC JR. LOOPER EVENT LOCATOR

Southwest Regional Finals The Island Championships Lone Star Regional Finals Mountaineer Classic Northwest Regional Finals Chisholm Trail Classic High Plains Regional Finals Southeast Regional Finals Pine Country Classic

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ROPER MATH Question 1

8 (number of horses shod in one day) x 3 (number of days) = 24 (total number of horses with new shoes) 208 / AUGUST 2013

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

8 3 4 2 9 6 1 7 5

US Open Championships Points count for current year standings

Bonus Question

24 (total number of horses with new shoes) x 4 (number of shoes used on each horse) = 96 (total number of horseshoes needed)

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ADVERTISERS’ INDEX

A Albracht Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . .144 B B & W Gooseneck Hitches . . . . . . . . . .181 Brother In Law Productions . . . . . . . . . . .160-161, 162 C CLT Roping Productions . . . . . . . . . . .167 Cactus Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Case IH Tractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Cattle For Lease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Charmac Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Cimarron Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66 Classic Equine . . . . . . . . . .111, 166, 193 Classic Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61, 175 Clovis Livestock Auction, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Computer Software For Team Ropers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 Corriente Saddle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Cowboy Classic Saddlery . . . . . . . . . .137 Crossfire Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 D D. J. Reveal, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 E Elite Team Roping Production . . . . . . .155 Equibrand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139, 145 Equibrand / Cashel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121 F Fire It Up Productions . . . . . . . . .158, 159 Forty Plus Team Roping Championships . . . . . .154 G Gist Silversmiths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .177 Dub Grant Ropes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Rickey Green Roping Video . . . . . . . . . .25 H Hatco, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169 Heel-O-Matic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Hot Heels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119 J JX2 Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . .172-173

Justin Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 K Kid Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 L LCI Livestock Insurance Services . . . . . . .9 L & H Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Lil Blue Heeler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Lakota Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Longhorn R Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178 Longhorn Trailer Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Lucas Metal Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 M MGM Grand Hotel & Casino . . . . . . . . .38 Mandalay Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Martin Saddlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Maynard Buckles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 Merck Animal Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Miracle Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179 Mortenson Silver & Saddles . . . . . . . .149 N National Roper’s Supply . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 39, 148, 149 National Team Roping League . . .150-153 Nocona Boot Company . . . . . . . . . . . .105 North American Corriente Association . . . . . . . . . . . .149 O Oklahoma State Horseshoeing School . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Outlaw Saddles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 P Parma Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Roger Peters Livestock Insurers, Inc. . . . . . . . . . .149 Phillip Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Pitzer Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 Priefert Rodeo and Ranch Equipment. . . . . . . . . . .143 Q Quicksilver Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 R Ram Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197

Rattler Ropes, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 47 Red River Portable Arenas . . . . . . . . .136 Ritchie Industries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Rocky Mountain Clothing Co. . . . . . . . . .3 Rodeo West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104 Ropers Quick Rope Release . . . . . . . .148 Ropers Sports News . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 Royal Horn Wrap Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . .148 S SSG Gloves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212 Smart Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Jeff Smith Productions . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Southern Outlaw Roping Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . .176 Southwest Equine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Karen Stallings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 Steer Crazy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1137 T 3 H Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 TLC Animal Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Titan Trailer Manufacturing . . . . . . . . . .43 Tony Lama Boot Company . . . . . . . . . .19 Trails West Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .211 Tres Rios Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109 Triangle Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Tuley Ropings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .168 U USTRC Events: Central States Showdown . . . . . . . .194 Chisholm Trail Classic . . . . . . . . . . .195 Kansas Fall Championships . . . . . . .199 Mountaineer Classic . . . . . . . . . . . .192 North Carolina Championships . . . . .202 Pine Country Classic . . . . . . . . . . . .196 Southern Colorado Classic . . . . . . . .201 Southern Oklahoma Classic . . . . . . .203 Texas Plains Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 Turquoise Championships . . . . . . . . .198 USTRC Formats 2013 . . . . . . . . .204-208 USTRC Gold Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 USTRC Invitational . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 USTRC Membership Application . . . .49-51 USTRC National Finals Guthrie Shoot-Out Championships . . .79 NFTR Preliminary Entry Forms . . .81-82 NFTR Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 NFTR Shoot-Out Entry Forms . . . .83-84

NFTR Specialty Roping . . . . . . . . . . .76 NFTR Specialty Roping Entry Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77-78 NFTR Stall Reservations . . . . . . . . . .75 National Finals . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72-73 USTRC One Million Added . . . . . . . . . .70 USTRC Regionals Format A Regional Preliminary Entry Form . . . . . . . . .67 Format A Regional Shoot-Out Entry Form . . . . . . . . . .68 Format B Regional Preliminary Entry Form . . . . . . . . .59 Format B Regional Shoot-Out Entry Form . . . . . . . . . .60 High Plains Regionals . . . . . . . . .56-57 Lone Star Regionals . . . . . . . . . .62-63 Northwest Regionals . . . . . . . . . .54-55 Regional Revolution Map . . . . . . .52-53 Regional Roping Format . . . . . . . . . .58 Southeast Regionals . . . . . . . . . .64-65 USTRC Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 USTRC TRIAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210 V Button Vick Memorial Roping . . . . . . .170 Viking Roping Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . .148 W WSTR Events: Diamond T Ropings . . . . . . . . . . . . .186 Digger Howard Horns & Heels Team Roping and Gala . . . . . .184-185 Invitational Team Roping Association . . . . . . . . . . . .189 Mathews Land & Cattle . . . . . .187, 188 NJ Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 Tri State Championships . . . . . . . . . .190 World Series of Team Roping . .182-183 WTEC & M 1 Productions . . . . . . . . . .166 Western Horseman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Wier Ranch Horse Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Woodard Roping School . . . . . . . . . .141 Wrangler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 X XIT Rangers Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 Z ZD Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156, 157

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