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USTRC Championship Results FEATURES Just the Way It Is by Ben Clements

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Just the Way It Is September 2013 by Ben Clements

eptember is here and the summer is almost over. The leaves will soon start turning and the weather will begin to cool. The days will shorten and soon it will be time to break out a jacket. I don’t know why they say summer is a lazy time of year because if you are anything like me it is just a whirlwind of activity. Speaking of being like me, we are more alike than we know. We are a unique group, team ropers or not, we all have a lot in common. The more I travel the more I find we are a close-knit family unit with combined interests and goals. The more we are different the more we are the same. Perhaps it is that way with all of God’s children. We all laugh, we hope, we struggle, we try, and each of us faces the day with the same goals in mind. I think it was Colin Raye who actually commented, “I laugh, I love, I hope, I try, I hurt, I need, I fear, I cry and I know you do the same things too, so we are really not that different, me and you.” It is a very true saying. I catch myself wondering if I’m the only one going through something or struggling with certain issues. This is a busy time of year for me and I don’t get to rope much. Although I spend a lot of time with ropers on a day-to-day basis I don’t get to rope much myself. I miss it. When I actually get to rope then I struggle with problems because I

have not spent much time in the practice pen. Most all ropers I know hope they can make it to the Cinch USTRC National Finals to be held in Oklahoma City next month. It is a goal we all have. We are no different in that respect. However, whether we get there or not, each day is a goal toward working to get better at what we do. We all want the same things be it in the arena team roping or in the arena labeled life. Each of us faces the similar joys, the similar victories, the similar struggles and very similar defeats. We are never alone in our journey through life. Oh it may, indeed, seem we are the only ones facing certain situations, but there is always someone somewhere who has had the same struggle and gone through the same things. When I was in school I once asked a teacher why Shakespeare was such a famous author and still studied in classrooms after some five hundred years. The reason seems to stem from the fact that times may change, circumstances may change, our world may change, but people are the same whether in Shakespeare’s day or in 2013. We are the same people with the same struggles and the same issues. You and I may live in different parts of the country, we may drive different vehicles, and we may have different brands of trailers and different colored horses. We may work at different jobs and have different ideas and goals, but our struggles, our victories, our heart’s desires and our outcomes resemble each other in some form or fashion. All of us are headed down the same path. We all want to rope well, be successful in our

chosen professions, love our families, and work hard to reap the rewards of our chosen life work. I recently lost my grandmother. I think back to her life and the person she was. I’m proud to have been her grandson. I look at my family and the things we do and the places and situations we are put in. We are all part of those who came before us and my children will be a part of that history as well. Whether you realize it or not we are all leaving a legacy of great things. Our goals, our achievements, our failures and our victories are all part of who we are and what we will be leaving for others. We are the same, you and I. We struggle, we cry, we win, we lose, we fall down and we get up and try again. We embrace joy, feel pain and wonder if it all has a point or purpose. We fret over the next step, are amazed when things turn out okay and worry about the next scenario or event. We rope well, we rope badly, we fail and we succeed. We try and we try and we try. We face insurmountable odds and overcome and yet we know there is another struggle or victory around the next curve. The more we are different the more we are the same. I think our common bond is a secret plan God had in mind to tie us all together. What is the old saying, “You can run but you cannot hide!” We need each other. We are, indeed, a close-knit group. We thrive because we love and help each other, be it in the roping arena, at work, in school or where ever the occasion arises. We are “really not that different you and I” and that is just the way it is….

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NFTR When entering the National Finals of Team Roping, please make sure your entries specify the division(s) you wish to enter and the partner(s) you wish to enter with. All entry fee money received by the USTRC Central Entry office that is NOT designated to a specific entry as of October 4, 2013 will be refunded. In other words, ropers will not be allowed to carry a credit of unspecified entry fee dollars towards an on-site additional entry at the event. To be eligible to enter a National Finals Shoot-Out division, ropers must be a current member in good standing and have competed in a 2013 season USTRC Regional, Sanctioned, Affiliate, Grassroots or a WSTR event. Ropers not having participated throughout the season will be allowed to pre-enter the Preliminary divisions, Century and Cruel Girl Championships, but not the Shoot-Out divisions. Furthermore, ropers not having participated throughout the season can only be eligible for a 2013 NFTR Shoot-Out position after qualifying through the NFTR Preliminary divisions, Century and Cruel Girl Championships. Any female that is a current USTRC member may enter the Cruel Girl Championship roping, no qualification is required. And in the Century Championships, any current USTRC member that is 50 years old during 2013, may enter, no qualification required. Both divisions are #11 with #9 Incentive. Gold Plus Don’t forget that as Gold Plus members, you receive $3,000 Flex earnings that allow you to enter Shoot-Outs. If you purchase your membership after September 1, 2013 it is

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good for all of 2014. Renew today and remind all of your partners to do the same. Are You Qualified? Be sure to check your Available Earnings for qualification to the 2013 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping, where $1 Million is added and tons prizes are on the giveaway list. To check your earnings, log on to www.ustrc.com and click on the “member” link at the top of the left side of the home page. Once you are signed onto your personal page, your Available Earnings are displayed at the top of the right side of the page. Click on the “Your Available Earnings” link for full details. There are still plenty of events to accumulate Available Earnings. Draw-In Option The Draw-In option won’t be available for any Shoot-Out Division at the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping. USTRC Calendar Plan your next roping event by clicking on the USTRC Calendar at www.ustrc.com. The calendar is filled with great team roping events and is the best way to keep track of where to go. Also don’t forget to put the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping on your agenda. The action starts October 26, 2013 and will run through November 3, 2013.

Postmark date for the Cinch NFTR entries is September 20, 2013!

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By the Numbers by John Findlay

USTRC/Purina Membership Survey

few months back, we asked our membership to participate in a survey that was conducted by Constant Contact on behalf of Purina. We do this on occasion for our sponsors because they want to know more about you. Now please don’t think this is like the National Security Agency, and those NSA programs that probe your phone and Internet records for terrorist threats. No, our sponsors don’t need to know anything about you personally, they want to know how you are going to act as a member of the team roping community. In case you haven’t noticed, team ropers, as a group, have similar values, attitudes and lifestyles and sponsors want to know what those are so they can better appeal to them. There is nothing nefarious going on here. Anyway, the call went out by email back in April asking for any of you that were so inclined to participate in Purina’s short survey. I was very pleased when over 1,500 of you volunteered to take part. Sponsors appreciate this sort of thing. It is indicative of the fact that you appreciate them sponsoring our sport and that you are ready to give back to them with important facts and figures. And I appreciate your participation because it makes my job easier since I am the one that sells and services our sponsors. We will have occasion to ask you to participate in more sponsor surveys (and we only allow sponsors to ask you to participate in surveys) in the future and I would be most gratified if you all would consider taking part. I promise we will not do this very often. After I submitted the results of the survey to Purina, I thought you all might be interested in the outcome as well. So here it is. The answers to the first question that was asked in the survey I thought were the most surprising. I knew we as a group own and take care of a lot of horses but I was somewhat shocked by the total number. There were 1,559 members that answered the question as to how many horses they and/or their family owned. Those 1,559 individuals and their families have in their care over 11,000 horses, 11,178 to be exact. Now you have a good idea as to why Purina is interested in you as a group. We feed horses, don’t we? That 11,000 plus horses total means that the average family of our respondents owns 7.2 horses. The median number of horses came in at 5. The median, in case you have forgotten 12 / SEPTEMBER 2013

your high school math, is the number right in the middle. Half of you own 5 or less horses while half of you own 5 or more. The breakout is in Chart 1. The categories with the three highest percentages were families with 3 (14.4%), 4 (13.7%) and 5 horses (12.0%) per family. But look at the number of families with More

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The subsequent question asked respondents to rate various feed elements as to their desirability when it came to selecting the feed products they use. The outcome of that question is indicated in the Table. “Consistent Quality” had the highest ranking among the elements as 71% rated it at number one for being the most important. Chart 6 takes the table and turns it into a “Rating Scale” by “weighing” each of the elements on the basis of how they came out overall using the 1 to 5 rating scale. That scale shows Consistent Quality and Safety of Ingredients running neck-and-neck followed by availability and then Price was fourth. It was interesting to see that quality and safety rated higher than price, lending one to believe that the health and well-being of our horses is more paramount than how much we have to spend on them. At least that is what people say when asked on this survey. Chart 7 shows the responses to the next question, where do we get our information regarding equine nutrition. It would appear that sources are plentiful as answers varied considerably. Vying for the top spot were Feed Store/Dealer and Print Publications. Hopefully the latter includes SuperLooper, as we often cover equine nutrition subjects. The Internet placed third as “Googling” has become our ubiquitous method of finding information. Friends, Relatives and Acquaintances came in fourth. Where’s my iPad? I need to put this on Facebook. Needless to say, the advent of the Internet and all it has brought to the table, has certainly altered the way we receive information these days. You’ll notice, none of the choices in the chart are “Library”. The final chart, Chart 8, shows what supplements our respondents used with their horses. Salt along with Vitamins/Minerals topped the list followed fairly closely by Joint supplements. But there were plenty of others that we use in the care and feeding of our four-footed friends. The supplement industry

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Hello Ropers!

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an you believe it is already September? That’s right, the end of the season is quickly approaching and entries for the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping are due this month! We have had a great 2013 season and it is time for all the hard work to really pay off! The Regional Finals were a huge success and I want to Congratulate all the ropers who got their share of the $126,000 added money and the fabulous prize line in the Gold Plus division! Way to go! The draw-in option at the Regional Finals was also very popular and quite successful, I might add. Ropers were able to draw-in to the Gold Plus roping, as well as the preliminary divisions, and many took full advantage of that option. I am glad we have that available for ropers to use if they can’t find any partners or their partners are not able to make the roping or if they just wanted to venture out to another Regional Finals. It is a great tool to use to meet new ropers! Something to think about with the draw-in option, though, is how many of those runs are only half paid. For instance, if I draw-in to the Gold Plus division and I happen to draw you and then you decide you don’t want to pay for your side of the run, (which only makes you eligible for half of the money up to $1,000 and forfeit of any prizes and Flex Earnings) that run will only be a half paid team. Many of us, including myself, don’t think about how that actually affects the payout of the roping. For example, the Eastern Regional Finals had a total of 243 teams in the Gold Plus roping, but the actual paid team count came to 229.5 teams because of the draw-in teams. So the payout was figured on 229.5 paid teams. The Gold Plus roping at the Eastern Regional Finals did pay back 92% but for those of us who like to keep track of what we are roping towards during the event don’t let those half paid draw teams get you off track. Anyways, let’s switch gears and talk about the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping. I have compiled a check list of handy information that I think you should know before you enter the Cinch NFTR and it will help you rope your way to the winners circle! Or at

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least get you there! If you MAIL in your entries and stall reservations, the postmark deadline is September 20. If you CALL in your entries and stall reservations, the deadline is September 27 at 5 p.m. Central Time. All entry fee money received by the USTRC Central Entry office that is NOT designated to a specific entry as of October 4, 2013 will be refunded. In other words, ropers will not be allowed to carry a credit of unspecified entry fee dollars towards an on-site entry at the event. To be eligible to enter a National Shoot-Out division you must be a current USTRC member in good standing and have competed in a 2013 season USTRC Regional, Sanctioned, Affiliate, Grassroots or a WSTR event. If you have not competed at a regular 2013 season event (as listed above) you will only be eligible to pre-enter the preliminary divisions. YOU WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE TO ENTER THE SHOOT-OUTS unless you qualify for a position by placing in the preliminary division. You will need $6,000 in Flex Earnings per team to be eligible for Shoot-Out positions (even Gold Plus Shoot-Outs). This is between you and your partner and you can split it any way you want as long as it is in increments of $100. Don’t forget to visit with your partners and allocate how your Flex-Earnings will be shared before entering the Cinch NFTR. Draw positions will be posted Wednesday, October 16. #12 Gold Plus Shoot-Out will be held Tuesday, October 29. #10 Gold Plus Shoot-Out will be held Wednesday, October 30. Be sure to send homemade chocolate cake to office staff for all their hard work! No, I’m just kidding!!! We are excited for another great year at the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping and we are even more excited to see everyone there and the champions crowned! Please do not hesitate to let me know if you have any questions about Flex-Earnings, entries, stalls or anything else you can think of, I will be happy to help. Saddle up, it’s time to rope! Lauren Hardman

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Champions Profile

And Then There Was One / Show Me the Money by Melinda Clements

Century Shoot-Out 2012 USTRC National Champions

on’t call them old guys. They have commitment and staying power, but old is not in their make up or vocabulary. We could all take a lesson and learn a thing or two. They set a standard for all of us because this, after all, “is not their first ballgame!” Twenty teams came back in the short go round of the Century Championships at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping. They are the best in this business called team roping. It is a given they are an elite group, the mainstay of the organization. They do, indeed, set a level of quality and excellence we all should be using to mirror our own set of standards. We should all be so lucky if we, too, can age as gracefully. Twenty teams were vying for Martin Championship Trophy saddles and $22,000 for first place in the Average of the Century Roping. The short go round would be tough, competitive and age would not be a determining factor in the attitude and or the zest for winning. This group of ropers came to win and they were taking the roping seriously. The Century ropers do not back up nor do they back down. They know the game and they play it well. This bunch of guys would not be inhibited or shy or withdrawn. This was, indeed, serious business. 22 / SEPTEMBER 2013

E. R. Scogin and Michael Jones When the fourth high team back rode into the box they had one thing in mind. E. R. Scogin and Michael Jones needed a time of 11.26 to take the lead in the Average away from Dusty and Terry Leatherwood. It was doable and the pair was committed to making it happen. They had been roping well all day and this was one more steer. When Scogin nodded for the steer he had all the confidence in the world things were going to be okay. Everything seemed to be in their favor. No matter how things turned out both men were satisfied with $9,200 for fourth place. However, they were shooting for the top. Both Scogin and Jones wanted the win and they were committed to making things roll over in their favor. Perhaps that is where age and maturity comes in and nerves are not a factor. Nodding for the steer Scogin broke hard and snatched the horns. Jones was in the right place at the right time and took his shot. With two heels and a flag down the pair posted a time of 9.63 with only three more teams to rope.

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Things were good as the pair made their way out of the back gate. In a heartbeat things fell apart for the last three teams. They failed to make qualified runs and Scogin and Jones suddenly realized they had just won the Century Roping at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping. What a sweet victory! “This just means a seventy-two-year-old team roper can still rope and win,” Scogin said with a sweet grin on his face. Forty-five years of roping has put me in a good mood and I’m having a good time.” “Nobody deserves to win more than my partner, E. R.,” Jones commented. “He works at it and he is a drill sergeant at making things work right. I have known E. R. for thirty years and we planned months ago to come to the Finals and rope.”

“We were completely satisfied winning fourth place,” Scogin said. “We roped well all day and it was good the way things turned out.” The pair took home Martin Championship Trophy saddles and added money to their bank account. The Century Roping was Jones’ last opportunity to place during the week before he headed home. The pair had definitely saved the very best for last. “I wanted to rope aggressive,” Jones explained. “This was my last shot to rope before I headed home. I didn’t want to back off and be too careful. I think a lot of ropers tend to safety up when they get in this position. You have to keep roping aggressive like you have been doing all day.” “You know nothing takes the place of a good win,” Scogin said. “I guess it just tends to prove we can still rope to win. Good horses, good partners, good roping that is what it is all about no matter how old you are.” Century ropers are the foundation of all team roping is. When the numbers were added and times posted two men emerged. And Then There Was One—the Champions of the Century Roping at the 2012 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping—E. R. Scogin and Michael Jones! They are, indeed, the best in the business and fine examples to follow! SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 23

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with Rickey Green It’s Amazing ’m amazed, after 56 years of being around horses, at how much I still don’t know. Since I was a kid I’ve always loved horses, and not just because they carried me to a steer. I loved riding my pony as a kid, going up hills, down hills, across creeks and swimming my pony in the lake all summer. My horses have always made me feel like a superhero. I could go places that other people couldn’t, I could get there faster than they could, and I could leave them in the bat of an eye. I don’t recommend this to you kids, but when my cousin Eddie and I were kids, we would lope our ponies down to the railroad tracks and raid the bums’ camps. We were about eight or ten years old. We would get a couple sticks and lope into camp. They would be in their sleeping bags and we would poke them with a stick and wake them up. This was a way of showing ourselves how brave we were and what real cowboys we were like in the old West. That was a lot of fun until one of those bums set a trap for us. He must have heard us coming because he rolled up some clothes in his bedroll and hid behind a tree. When I poked the bedroll and figured out it was fake, my pony jumped and warned me because he almost had us. I felt his hand just miss my belt as we whipped and spurred, leaving the camp. What a great adventure for a kid and his horse (or pony in my case.) When I was 16, Dad gave me a horse named Cowboy and he was a good one. I told Cowboy we were going to the NFR together, and we did go together several times. In all those years of roping I tried to take care of my horses. I’ve seen a lot of cowboys use a horse up and treat them pretty badly because of ignorance or arrogance. But I always thought of my horses as partners and friends. If that sounds too much like Roy Rogers, that’s just the way I 24 / SEPTEMBER 2013

feel and the way I was raised. What I’m about to tell you some of you won’t believe because you’re just as dumb as I was, but I swear it’s all true. I had my four-year-old colt in Canada, and we were doing some roping. There was a horse chiropractor there. My partner’s horse was out in the poll, and I thought my horse was fine but I had him checked anyway. Now this is where it gets interesting. The chiropractor’s name is Murray McGonigle, and I believe he’s a national treasure from Alberta. He did a blink test from the back going forward, and Bugsey never blinked until he got to his shoulder. He couldn’t see anything behind his shoulders. When a horse is out in the poll, it restricts the blood flow to parts of the brain that affect different parts of the body. Murray informed me that my horse was out bad in the poll, and had been for a while. He said, “He jumps in the trailer, doesn’t he? And he spooks at things that are very far away from him or out beside him. He probably turns his head to the right and bends his neck to look at cattle, and when you saddle him he bends his neck back to look at you.” All of these things were correct. Murray had never seen my horse, and just by feeling him he knew he couldn’t see anything but straight in front of him. You see, in some cases when a horse is out in the poll it cuts the blood flow off to the horse’s eyes. My horse had no vision beside him. He could only see out front so he would bend his head to see everything. Now, my horse is gentle so I couldn’t figure out why he was spooky until Murray explained that he couldn’t see. Murray worked on him and said that within 48 hours he would get his vision back. About ten minutes later I loaded him and he walked in with no hopping, and the next day he was a different horse He hasn’t been spooky since. I had wondered, because a couple of times he would paw at cattle or jump inside. Murray said that because of the blurry vision, he couldn’t see some cattle as he came in. I had no idea that a horse could be out bad enough to affect his sight. I’m amazed at how little I know about how a horse’s body is put together. Another place I’m going to study is how many horses have ulcers, and how these ulcers affect your horse’s work. I’ve heard of a product that cures ulcers, and horses start to score and work better. Some people are even giving their horses Zantac. I don’t know how I’m going to do it, but I’m going to figure out how to keep my horses healthier. It’s embarrassing to be so ignorant that you don’t know your horse can’t see. Your Friend,

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HORSE HEALTH

Richard G. Godbee, Ph.D., PAS, Dipl. ACAS-Nutrition Central Garden & Pet

I Selecting Quality Hay for Horses

n any feeding program, roughage should comprise the majority of a horse’s diet. Most nutritionists and veterinarians suggest roughage make-up over 50% of the daily intake. One easy rule of thumb is to insure the horse receives at least 1% of their body weight in forage per day, remember this is a starting point, more would be better. Dry forage, primarily hay, is the most common form of roughage given to horses in confinement. In fact, some performance and most halter horses are not allowed to graze. For many horse owners, finding and purchasing quality hay becomes a never ending task. There are a multitude of variables in producing quality hay; an abundance of hay “types”, “wives’ tales” concerning certain hays, or a producer selling tons of hay per acre and an end-user wanting the highest quality (nutritious) hay baled. A general knowledge about hay may help resolve some of these issues. The following graph illustrates the relationship between plant maturity, tonnage and hay nutrient content. As the days between cutting increases (the forage is more mature), the nutrient content of the hay decreases while the tonnage produced per acre increases. Hay producers should balance quality with quantity of hay produced.

Hay Quality

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◆ High quality alfalfa hay, mid-bloom

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Poor quality alfalfa hay

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days (maturity)

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nutrients %

The first thing to understand about hay is the main “types” of hays generally fed to horses. In reality, these “types” are plant species, either alone or in combination. Each “type” of hay will have certain advantages and disadvantages. In general, hays are classified as: • Legume: Alfalfa is the most recognized legume hay fed to horses. Other legumes fed to horses include clover, lespedeza and in certain areas, perennial peanut hay. Red clover is often mixed in hay fields and may be fed to horses but be cautious to mold because mold found in some red clover may cause “slobbers” or excessive salivation. Clover hay is usually found as grass-clover mixtures. • Grass: Timothy is probably the most widely used grass hay. Other grass hays include; orchard, coastal and common Bermuda, bluegrass, fescue, native or prairie hay, bluegramma, bluestem, etc. • Cereal grain hays are available in certain areas. Oat hay is the predominant cereal hay. Barley hay is a poor choice and should not be fed to horses because of the barbed beards on the grain. These may cause mouth irritations. Mature oat hay may have lost the seed heads (grain) and is a poor choice for hay, being little better than straw. For the highest quality oat

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hay, it must be cut while the grain is in the dough stage or at least when green. The nutritional value of quality cereal hay is about equal to quality grass hay. The primary nutrients found in all hays are energy, protein, minerals, and vitamins. The relative amounts of each of these are influenced by the plant species, plant maturity, cutting, agricultural practices of the producer, and irrigation or water availability. For example, legumes are usually higher in energy, protein, and calcium. High quality alfalfa hay may contain 20 % more energy and up to 70 % more protein than most grass hays. This is particularly true if the grass hay is mature. This can alter the amount of grain needed to meet the nutrient demands of working, growing, lactating and mares in late pregnancy. Work at several research centers has shown that given the choice, horses tended to voluntarily consume more alfalfa hay than grass hay. The mineral content of most hay is extremely variable. Agricultural practices, including irrigation, fertilization, cutting, even area of the country, all have a major influence on the mineral content. This is one reason a high quality horse mineral containing calcium and phosphorus and salt along with proper trace mineral content should be fed to all horses. The majority of the nutrients are found in the leaves of both legumes and grasses. Approximately 66 % of the energy and 75 % of the protein, along with almost all of the other nutrients are found in the leaf. This is one reason the leaf to stem ratio is so important. Also the maturity of the plant influences stem size and often palatability. As the plant matures the amount of poorly or non-digestible fiber components increase. Regardless of the type of hay, there are certain things that indicate quality and should be observed when selecting hay. An easy visual inspection is the color. Hay should be bright green in color, rather than yellow or brown. These colors indicate excessive oxidation, exposure to the elements, or hay that was put-up incorrectly. The nutrient value of this hay is severely compromised. This hay will usually be devoid of vitamin A and D activity. Examine several flakes of the hay from several bales to determine the leaf to stem ratio, as stated earlier, the nutrients are in the leaf sections. This also helps determine the maturity of the plants. Large, woody stems indicate more mature plants. In general, as a plant matures its nutrient content decreases. This is a good time to examine the bale for mold, dust, foreign matter, weeds, etc. General comments: brown color may also indicate maturity of the forage at harvest, presence of seed heads in grass hay and flowers in legume hay also an indicator or maturity and lastly the presence of mold as a result of hay being baled at too high a moisture content is a deal breaker as horse hay. NO MOLD FOR HORSE HAYS! Most hay analyses will fall within known averages. While this is impractical for one of two bales, it is very valuable when buying hay in ton lots. To accurately determine the nutrient content of hay, it must be analyzed. Must use a hay probe, often available from the County Extension office, and sample a minimum of 20 random bales per lot of hay. You can also ask the grower for hay analysis of his past and present crops. Table 1 presents average nutrient content for several hays commonly fed to horses. Notice how maturity affects the nutrient value of the hay. Long stem hay is the preferred form of hay for horses.

Determining the quality of hay is much easier in long stem hay. A couple of disadvantages of long stem hay include the amount of space required to store the hay and product loss. Product loss includes loss of leaves during handling and the nutrition loss accompanying this loss, as well as, loss to the horse tramping on the hay. Another common form of hay, particularly in the western United States, is hay cubes (Picture 4). These are usually 1-1.25” square and 2 to 3” long. They may be a mixture of alfalfa and grass, but alfalfa alone is more common. Purchased in bags, cubes require less storage space, 60-70 ft3 per ton compared to 200-300 ft3 for small hay bales. Quality cubes also result in less waste and dust problems. Because of the smaller space required per unit, transportation cost may be reduced, also much easier to feed a controlled amount of forage. The downside to cubes may include quality issues. Poor quality cubes crumble easily, resulting in increased dust and waste. Hay pellets may also be fed to horses, but should be part of the forage program rather than the sole source. They may be used to extend the forage supply. Due to the smaller size and bulk, horses may over-eat in both quantity and speed, pellets resulting in gastric problems. These pellets, usually made from alfalfa, are ¼ to ½ inches in diameter and are made in a pellet mill. Determining the quality of cubes and pellets may be an issue. To minimize this, always purchase from a reputable producer and ask for an analysis of the product. Feed management is very important regardless of the type or form of the roughage. Purchasing the best quality hay and tossing it on the ground may not be the best way to insure these nutrients get into the horse. Long stem hay is usually sold in small bales (60-140 lb). Some long stem hay may be purchased in larger square bales (3x4’, 800 lb) or in round bales (up to 2000 lb). Feeding the large bales may be very convenient, waste is exceptionally high. Research with cattle has demonstrated losses as great as 20 % to 30 % with large round bales. Nutrient losses may be higher, especially with legumes, because of leaf shatter, when fed on the ground. It is preferable to use a hay rack, one with a trough to catch fallen leaves. Mount the rack on the ground or below shoulder height. As with any feeding area, keep it clean. Canadian research with small hay bales showed a 20% waste when feeding on the ground compared to feeding with a feeder. Feeding large round bales resulted in a 35-38% waste. Horses with allergies, e.g. heaves, may do better with cubes or pellets. Many of these horses may also do very well on long stem hay, usually grass, which is “washed or soaked” just before feeding. Washing hay for more than 10 minutes of time may result in a decrease in potassium, sodium and phosphorus. Extensive periods of soaking may also result in the loss of water soluble carbohydrates. Although this is beneficial for certain horses, e.g. EMS horses or PPID horses, it will decrease the nutritive value of the hay. Often feeding alfalfa to these horses is discouraged. While alfalfa hay may be dustier than grass hay, alfalfa itself is not a problem for these horses. Some people believe alfalfa should not be fed to horses. Usually this comes from people unfamiliar with alfalfa hay or is based on something someone “heard”. Other statements, such as; it is hard on kidneys, causes DOD in young horses, is to “hot”, have little or no basis in fact when fed correctly. continued on page 28 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 27

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Selecting Quality Hay for Horses continued One of the greatest re-occurring costs of owning a horse is their feed. For some horses, this is comprised entirely of hay. For all horses, the majority of their diet should be hay. As you can see, hay comprises a large part of the equine budget. Finding and buying the best quality hay, legume, grass, or a mixture, available make good economic sense. It is not just the cost per bale, but the cost of specific nutrients the hay provides. This may be calculated as: amount of nutrient per bale divided by the cost of the bale. For example, a 100 lb. bale of hay contains 10% protein and cost $10. This equates to 10 lb. of protein (100 x 10% = 10) and a cost of $1 per pound of protein (10lb / $10 = $1). While many horse owners must buy hay by the bale, let’s look at a cost comparison of cost per bale and cost per ton. If we pay $6.00 per bale of hay weighing 75 lb, this equated to $160.00 per ton; $6.00/75lb=$0.08/lb. The upshot of buying hay is first determining what best fills the nutritional needs of the horse(s). What is the true cost of the hay? The availability of the hay; is it always in the “store”. Does the type fit your feed management? Storage room required? In summary: • Hay was harvested at the optimal stage of maturity. • Leafy with fine stems. • Free of dust and weeds.

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• Free of MOLD. Smell closely and examine the hay as you feed it. If you are not sure if there is mold, throw it out and do not feed it. • Has a pleasant aroma. • Good green color. • Free of foreign material, sticks, rocks, etc. • Free of Blister Beetle if alfalfa. Table 1. Average composition of legume, grass, and cereal hay (NRC, 1989). Type of hay

Alfalfa (early bloom) Alfalfa (full bloom) Timothy (early bloom) Timothy (late bloom) Coastal Bermuda Orchard grass Oat Prairie

Digestible Crude Crude Energy Protein (%) Mcal/lb (%)

Calcium Phosphorus (%) (%)

1.13

19.9

23.0

1.41

0.21

0.98

17.0

30.1

1.19

0.24

0.94

10.8

33.6

0.51

0.29

0.82

7.8

35.6

0.38

0.15

0.95 0.99 0.87 0.74

12.0 12.8 9.5 6.4

31.0 33.9 32.0 33.7

0.32 0.27 0.32 0.35

0.20 0.34 0.25 0.14

All analyses are on a dry matter basis.

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Surprise…

PHOTOS COURTESY OF MADISON REICH

There Are More Than Two Athletes in Team Roping

by Erin Siegal Reich of FSR Cattle Company LLC

e all know that the sport of team roping takes two athletes, a header and heeler. Most know that the horses they’re backed in the box on are athletes as well. So now we have four athletes. However, very few realize that there is one more athlete in the equation… the roping steer (or heifer), that makes five.

Understanding that five athletes have to work together in harmony in pursuit of a perfect run, makes it is easy to understand why winning in the sport of team roping requires more than just skill. It takes five athletes working together in what is often a time frame of less than 7 or 8 seconds. The idea that it takes all five to work well together to win, is not a new or novel idea. However, what may be a new or novel idea for many is the fact that the roping steer is also an athlete. Thousands of dollars are spent on veterinary care, supplements, splint boots, special saddle pads and feed (of course this list can go on) to assure that the rope horse feels and performs his best. As much as many would hate to admit it, the real reason these dollars are spent to make our rope horse feel good is so he/she will work well and we, the avid team roper, in turn will increase our chances of winning. Furthermore, the 30 / SEPTEMBER 2013

more conditioned and healthy our horses are the more runs we will get out of them. This sounds like the obvious and quite frankly it is. However, what about the care and conditioning of the roping steer? The minute the roping steer/heifer slows down, drags, or throws head tricks, they are deemed roped out and sold at a fraction of the cost of when they were fresh. With the high cost of roping cattle these days and the difficulty in finding them, this is a lot more time consuming and expensive to do than in years past. So what is the solution? It is an easy one…. Remember that your practice cattle are athletes as well. They require more than a poor quality bale of hay and water to perform. They require proper nutrition, proper care, and from time to time, training, just the same as your head or heel horse. Proper nutrition for roping cattle doesn’t mean a consistent diet of premium alfalfa hay, or an expensive concentrated grain ration . You are not feeding market animals, you don’t want them too fat or fresh and the cost would be enormous. The general rule of

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thumb is that a cow needs to be fed 2% (2.5% for a younger steer/heifer) of their body weight just to maintain their current weight. So as an example, letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s take a look at a 400 lb. roping steer. This steer should eat, at a minimum (400 x 2%) 8 pounds of hay per day and as much as 10 lbs per day. However, it is necessary that you feed your roping cattle good quality hay that has nutritional value. Old, dry and brown hay is only going to fill their belly, but not give them the energy they require to run strong and make numerous practice runs on. Another feeding tip to implement is identifying your herd. We all strive to have that perfectly matched pen of steers in which every steer/heifer is the same size and weight. However, often times, this is not possible. Like we mentioned earlier, roping cattle are becoming much more difficult to find and expensive to buy. As a result, you may have a mixture of younger, smaller cattle and older/larger cattle in your practice pen. If you have

some cattle in your roping herd that are smaller or timid, try separating them from the rest of the herd so they are not run off their feed. Just throwing a bale of hay and sack of feed for the entire herd to fend for themselves on may

leave that smaller/younger steer with far less feed than he requires to maintain his weight and energy levels. In turn, that steer is going to be weaker and not last near as long. Finally, remember that when temperatures drop, cattle will expend

much more energy trying to keep warm. As a result, they are going to require additional energy and nutrition. This is the time of year that cattle will need to be â&#x20AC;&#x153;cakedâ&#x20AC;? as many call it. Specifically, caking your cattle is feeding them concentrated cattle feed high in protein that is usually in the form of cubes. Also, instead of caking cattle, you can supplement them other grain(s) that will provide their body with the additional energy required to maintain their body temperature . While these recommendations may appear to be either expensive or time consuming, it is best to take a second look. Roping cattle are high in demand, difficult to find and becoming more and more expensive to buy. By implementing a good feed program for your roping cattle, you will be fueling your cattle with what they need so that they will run stronger, last longer, and be able to make more runs during each practice session. Remember, your roping cattle are athletes too.

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From Junior Looper to

NATIONAL FINALS RODEO By Robert Detweiler

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f you have been to a roping you have seen it - kids gathered around the roping dummy. They are all building loops, swinging their ropes and roping the dummy, or anything that comes close for that matter. Some are swinging their ropes pretty fast and if you are not looking and happen to cross their path, you will definitely get a reminder that you should be paying better attention. They might be gathered behind the bleachers, in the stall area, milling around the concessions stand, in between the trailers or even inside the building roaming the halls. Wherever they are, they are having fun and starting their journey down the team roping road. If you stop and listen to that group of pint size ropers, and as most team ropers will remember themselves from their dummy roping days, you can hear that little roper with the loop twice his size tell his roping buddies. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Okay, this is the final round at the NFR, if we rope this steer in less than six seconds, we are the World Champions!â&#x20AC;? How great it is to imagine that you can conquer the world and dream that one day you will be a World Champion?

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Seven-year-old Spencer Mitchell winning the 1995 NFR Dummy Roping

Spencer Mitchell and Dakota Kirchenschlager in one of their winning rounds at the 2012 NFR 32 / SEPTEMBER 2013

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Making dreams come true is what it is all about. It is important to teach and support our children - all children for that matter - to help them grow up and become good citizens and to do everything you can to allow them the opportunity to accomplish their goals and dreams. When it comes to team roping, the same philosophy applies. The USTRC has been working to help support young ropers accomplish their goals and dreams for some time. The USTRC Junior Looper program has been in place since the early 1990’s. It has provided an environment and events for young ropers to start working on making their dreams come true. The USTRC Junior Looper program allows youth 12 and under to compete in any USTRC team roping event as well as any of the popular “dummy” roping competitions, where they have an opportunity to show off their skills by roping a stationary steer model. The USTRC Junior Looper program requires a lot of time and support and like a lot of the youth-focused programs today, it takes volunteers to make it all happen. It requires people that believe in the cause and are willing to commit their time. One of the first of those volunteers was Philip Murrah. Philip, during the years the Junior Looper program was starting to take off, was doing most of the flagging at the USTRC ropings, so he was at the events and loved to work with the kids. “At the time, the Gentry’s asked me if I would be willing to help with the dummy ropings and I said I sure would. The Junior Looper program was relatively new and there weren’t too many people who wanted to help with it at that time,” said Philip. “It turned out to be an amazing experience. Helping the kids with their roping and watching them grow over the years was wonderful. It makes me proud now, because I’ve watched a lot of young ropers rope the dummy, and now I am buying tickets to watch them rope at the National Finals Rodeo. It has been a great experience.”

Philip Murrah and some happy Junior Looper winners.

Providing a fun environment and an environment that allows youth ropers the opportunity to improve their skills and to experience competition is important. Brock Hanson, Professional Team Roper who in 2012 tied for first place in rounds 1 and 5 of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (WNFR) and who was also two-time Colorado High School State Champion heeler says, “These types of experiences are great for kids. It not only allows them to compete and win great prizes, it teaches them how to compete. What it did for me, is it allowed me to not only learn how to win, but as important, learn how you can get beat, which, I know sounds crazy, but it helps to drive you to the next level and that is what it takes to be a winner.” Another PRCA team roper, JoJo LeMond, a 3-time WNFR qualifier and 1999 Texas State High School Rodeo Association Team Roping Champion with a long list of wins to his name was very involved in the USTRC Junior Looper ropings when he was younger. “I even remember before they started the dummy ropings, they used to have goat ropings. Cesar DeLa Cruz and I won one of them in Albuquerque and we both won buckles and to this day when I talk to Cesar he will mention winning that buckle. I was probably 10 or 11 years old,” said JoJo. “I couldn’t wait to jump in the truck with my dad and uncle to go to one of those ropings. It was a big deal. I think that it is JoJo LeMond tips his hat to the crowd at the 2010 NFR important to provide young ropers SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 33

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From Junior Looper to

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with a foundation to grow their roping. To provide them the opportunity to learn how to compete and move up to the next level.” Making it to the next level is just what a lot of these young ropers have done. The current PRCA team of Spencer Mitchell and Dakota Kirchenschlager both competed in junior roping events when they were younger and have been roping together since 2003. In 2003 they, as a team, won the Junior World Championships in Oklahoma. In 2012 they started roping together at the professional level and won round 9 of the WNFR with a 4.0 second run and tied for first place in round 5 with a 3.7 second run. Between the two of them, in just a short time, is a long list of championships. Spencer Mitchell in 1998 at the age of 10, won the USTRC Junior Looper Championships in Oklahoma City. In addition to that he won the dummy roping in Las Vegas during the National Finals in 1995 and 1997. From there he qualified for the National High School Rodeo Finals from 2003-2005 and has been adding wins to his list all the way up to the current day. “I remember going with my dad to the junior events and it was great, it gave me something to look forward to,” says Spencer. “I think these junior programs really give kids something to focus on. It gives them a goal to strive for and something to push for later in life.” Dakota Kirchenschlager in 2011 was the Resistol Team Roping-Heeler, Rookie of the Year. He has also 34 / SEPTEMBER 2013

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won a number of major events all across the country. Currently he is 24th in the PRCA world standings and is working hard to make it to the WNFR again this year. “I remember winning a dummy roping in Colorado at one of the Rope-the-Rockies ropings. It was exciting, I won a buckle and I love to win, even at that age. It helped motivate me and kept me working towards my goals.” Said Dakota. Working towards your goals is important, having a plan to reach those goals is even more important. In one of his recent columns, “Down the Line with Stran Smith – Teaching Your Kids to Fish” Stran wrote, “Raising kids is challenging these days and you have to have a game plan.” How true that is, but taking that a step further, you have to have resources to help support that plan. That might include family, it might include sports, but whatever it might be, it is nice to have a resource that supports your plan. So if you have decided to make roping a part of your family’s or children’s plan, make sure you take a look at what the Junior Looper program has to offer. Get your kids involved. It is obvious from its track record that it works, just look at the ropers highlighted in this article, and there are many more where these guys came from. So next time you are at a roping walking behind the stands or going to get a burger at the concession stand and, forgetting to pay attention, you all of a sudden feel the slap from a rope right below the knee; as you’re being heeled remember to stop, turn around, take a minute and watch those pint size ropers swinging their ropes and roping the dummy, because you never know, you might be buying a ticket someday to watch them at the NFR. ■

Philip Murrah and the Junior Looper winners, 1997 NFTR

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UPCOMING EVENT Pueblo, Colorado September 20-22, 2013

he horse nickered softly, sucked in air and stared off into the distance. The mountains were visible in the crystal clear air. He moved a bit then pawed the ground. However, nothing he did distracted the rider. It was a small settlement on the Northern flank of the river called El Pueblo, settled by a mix of Northern New Mexicans and Anglos. The rider urged his horse forward toward the settlement and the pony was glad at least to be moving. It was a prime location on two rivers that continued to draw settlers, and in 1870 Pueblo became a town under the Colorado Territory. While Pueblo awaited the arrival of the railroad, General Lewis Palmer decided to create and plat a new town on the south side of the Arkansas River. He named the town South Pueblo, and planned placement of his railroad depot there, circumventing local taxes and fees in Pueblo. The rider hoped General Palmer would meet with him. More than anything he wanted to settle in the area. The appeal was phenomenal. Native American groups once settled at the confluence of the Arkansas River and Fountain Creek due to the warm winter climate of the area and its strategic location as a portal to the plains. He knew without a doubt it was this exact point where he wanted to spend the rest of his life. Somehow, he would stay, make a living and call Pueblo home. Pueblo, Colorado will welcome USTRC team ropers to the Southern Colorado Classic the weekend of September 20-22. What a place to spend some time. Not only will the roping be a good one but Pueblo offers good food, entertainment, and lots of sightseeing for anyone willing to spend some time. With only the weekend to spend in Pueblo where are you 36 / SEPTEMBER 2013

going to go and what are you going to do? Of course, the Southern Colorado Classic is your priority and it will be a great roping. Don’t miss it. However, the sights, the sounds, the food and the entertainment cannot be ignored. How about grilled salmon at one of Pueblo’s many great restaurants? Served with a tomato salad with baby spinach, olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette and an added roasted red onion relish it is some fine eating. Don’t miss the Mexican Food at Mexi-Deli or Abriendo Avenue. Top your morning off at Solar Roast with a dark coffee or cappuccino drizzled with caramel and whipped cream and a toasted bagel topped with ham, cheese and egg. Don’t forget the museums and galleries plus the Riverwalk. Take the time to visit the nature center. The Nature & Raptor Center of Pueblo is located in beautiful Rock Canyon on the banks of the Arkansas River. A delicate blend of aquatic, riparian, transition and semi-arid grassland habitats provide homes to a wealth of plants and animals. Dine in style at the restaurant overlooking the Arkansas River, enjoy an educational talk and demonstration about birds of prey, and bike along the extensive river trail network. The friendly atmosphere of the Pueblo Zoo makes it a favorite attraction for families. Located in City Park, it exhibits more than 350 animals from 122 species, including several

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Southern Colorado Classic endangered animals. The zooâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lovely gardens invite relaxing picnics. Its exceptional education programs are great for students of all ages. One of the most popular new exhibits features playful northern river otters. Just a short drive west of Pueblo, experience the natural beauty of the famous Royal Gorge aboard Coloradoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s finest scenic railroad. Enjoy the comfort and charm of carefully restored railroad cars. Travel in glasstopped vista dome cars, have a gourmet lunch or dinner and even partake in a murder mystery on the train. This is a fun way to enjoy the charm of classic train travel and the dramatic views of the Royal Gorge. Pueblo offers so much for families to see and do. The list is endless depending on your taste, your choices and the things you and your family love to do. The best part will be the hospitality offered to USTRC ropers during the Southern Colorado Classic but there is an endless list of things to see and do as the roping winds down each day. Plan to take some time and spend a fun weekend exploring Pueblo. The roping will be great, the atmosphere and hospitality are awesome and it is a weekend worth noting on your calendar. Plan to visit and look around. It will be a weekend to remember. Be There! n

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Lifetime Gold Spur Membership Available to members 70 and older within the 2014 calendar year. Total

$110 First Name

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

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

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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

#13 + $120,000

#10 + $150,000

#12 GP + $50,000

#12 + $150,000

#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 TH TH

TH TH TH TH TH

3 Head Consolation Average Payout TH 1st - $12,000 TH 2nd - $10,000 TH 3rd - $8,000 TH TH TH TH

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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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

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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

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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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HOST HOTELS ASK FOR USTRC RATES WHEN BOOKING

SHOOT-OUT HOTEL Wyndham Garden Oklahoma City Airport 2101 South Meridian Avenue, OKC, OK 73108 800.622.7666 or 405.685.4000. Special USTRC Rate: $92.00 + tax with two full breakfast buffet coupons per room. Contemporary guest rooms and public areas. Indoor pool, fitness center and game room. Canteen Burgers & Beverages open daily from 6:00 am - 12:00 am offering an extensive menu selection, room service and sports lounge. Complimentary 24 hour transportation to and from Will Rogers World Airport. Many restaurants within walking distance. Lighted, security patrolled parking. Only minutes from Oklahoma State Fairgrounds.

Biltmore Hotel Oklahoma City

401 S. Meridian, two miles from fairgrounds arena 800.522.6620 reservations, 405.947.7681 local. Rate: $65 + tax with up to two hot full breakfasts daily. The largest hotel in Oklahoma has swimming pools, restaurants, Chisholm’s Club/Bar and ample free parking with 24 hour security. Business center and laundry. Free wireless internet.

Cambria Suites

4410 SW 19th Street, behind Charlestons Restaurant 405.688.3300. Built in 2009, an all suite room hotel! Rate: $94 per night for a King or Queen/Queen Suite. Includes a complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet for up to four guests per suite. Features oversized suites with luxurious bedding, pull out sleeper sofa in living room, two flat-screen LCD televisions, microwave and refrigerator and coffee bar in each room. Enjoy a restaurant, lounge, Barista Coffee Bar, fitness center and indoor pool and hot tub. Wireless and wired high speed internet complimentary. Complimentary parking and plenty of room for large trucks and trailers. Group code: LUSTRC.

Comfort Inn & Suites

5921 Southwest 8th, I-40 and MacArthur next to Garden Ridge 405.470.7676. Special USTRC Rate: $75.99 single, $80.99 double, $10 Suite upgrade. Enjoy a full hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, heated indoor pool, business center, fitness room and guest laundry. Each room comes with micro/mini fridge, iron and ironing board, hair dryer and coffee maker. Complimentary 24 hour coffee and tea. Near plenty of shopping and restaurants. 100% Non-smoking facility. Come and relax.

Country Inn & Suites OKC Airport

2415 S. Meridian Ave 405.605.8300. Great Rates: $89 for our standard rooms and $99 for our suites. All rooms complete with microwave and refrigerator. 32” Flat Panel TV, FREE fresh coffee 24 Hours, FREE hot country breakfast, FREE WiFi, FREE Parking, Convenient On-site coin laundry, same-day dry cleaning /laundry service Mon - Fri. FREE airport shuttle. You’re Going to LOVE This Country!

Courtyard by Marriott

4301 Highline Boulevard: less than 4 miles from Fairgrounds, accross the street from Cracker Barrel 800.321.2211 Ask for USTRC rate: $79 + tax. Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout. Complimentary shuttle to/from OKC Airport, Fairgrounds, and shopping/dining options within 5 mile radius. Complimentary parking with ample space for large vehicles. Visit our Bistro for beer, wine and spirits plus excellent food options. Several LCD HDTVs and seating options throughout lobby area to mingle with your USTRC friends!

Embassy Suites

1815 South Meridian 405.682.6000. The newly renovated Embassy Suites is proud to be a host hotel for the USTRC. As a guest of Embassy Suites, you’ll enjoy: your own two room suite, complimentary breakfast buffet and omelets cooked to order every morning and two hour complimentary manager’s reception each evening. Complimentary parking, wireless HSIA and local calls. Only 3 miles from the State Fairgrounds.

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott

15th and Meridian, 4521 SW 15th St 800-MARRIOTT, 405.604.3223. Rate: $99 for King or Double Queen room with free hot breakfast. Overlooks Oklahoma River and is just minutes from State Fairgrounds. Free high speed internet, 32” HDTV’s, plenty of parking and variety of dining nearby. Book online at www.marriott.com/okcap.

Hampton Inn & Suites

300 East Sheridan 405.232.3600. In the heart of downtown Oklahoma City and only steps from top attractions including AT&T Bricktown Ballpark, this hotel features a free daily hot breakfast and signature Cloud Nine beds. The Hampton Inn and Suites Oklahoma City-Bricktown offers an ideal location within walking distance of top area sites, including the Ford Center Arena and the Myriad Botanical Gardens. The Oklahoma City Zoo as well as the State Capitol is also located nearby.

10 Hampton Inn OKC - Airport 1905 South Meridian Avenue 405.682.2080. Special USTRC Rate: $89 + tax. Let your participants and guests relax after a long day watching the ring at the Hampton Inn Oklahoma City Airport! Your attendees will love curling up in our signature Cloud Nine beds while enjoying the news on our 32” flat screen LCD TVs. Fuel up each morning with our full complimentary hot breakfast buffet. Complimentary transportation to and from Will Rogers World Airport, and can provide transportation to and from the State Fairgrounds upon availability. There are many restaurants within walking distance with well lighted, securitypatrolled parking. Just minutes from Oklahoma State Fairgrounds.

11 Hilton Garden Inn, OKC 801 South Meridian, 2 miles from State Faigrounds 405.942.1400. Rate: $99 King/Double, $109 Suite. Refrigerator, microwave, coffee/coffee maker, 32” HDTV, complimentary Wi-Fi, heated pool, restaurant and bar

12 Howard Johnson Express Inn

Days Inn West

504 S. Meridian, I-40 and Meridian exit 145, located on NE corner, one mile from Fairgrounds 405.942.8294. Rate: King Size $56+ tax, 2 Queen Beds $64 + tax. Complimentary full hot breakfast. Free cable TV with Showtime, ESPN and CNN. In-room coffee, refrig., micro. and hair dryers. Free high speed internet, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. Restaurants within walking distance.

AMERICA’S COWBOY SPORT

400 S. Meridian Ave, I-40 and Meridian, located directly across the street from the Biltmore Hotel, one mile from OKC Fairgrounds 405.943.9841 or 800.458.8186. Rate: $54-$59 + tax (1-2 pp), $62-$69 + tax (2-4 pp). Free full hot breakfast. Coin-operated laundry, numerous fast food and fine dining restaurants within walking distance. In-room coffee, refrig., micro. and hair dryers. Free high speed internet hook-up, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. 10% discount for selected area restaurants. Rates based on block availability.

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HOST HOTELS ASK FOR USTRC RATES WHEN BOOKING

SHORT ROUND HOTEL Best Western Saddleback Inn & Conference Center 4300 SW 3rd Street, I-40 and Meridian USTRC Rate: Standard King or Queen/Queen $84.99 (1-2), Suites $109.99 (1-2). Full Hot Breakfast Buffet included in rate. All rooms include microwaves and refrigerators, 42â&#x20AC;? flat panel TVâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, electronic safes, desk with ergonomic task chair and speaker phones, free high speed internet, Cox cable, new Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses with deluxe bedding. Restaurant and Saloon with nightly specials. Closest full service hotel to the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds.

13 Marriott Springhill Suites

16 Residence Inn by Marriot (OKC West)

510 South MacArthur 405.604.0200. Marriott hotel offering spacious suites and complimentary hot breakfast buffet daily. Now serving complimentary dinner/social to include adult beverages each Mon-Thurs evening. Located just two short miles to OKC State Fairgrounds. Laundry facilities on property, free WiFi and 24 hour business center. Book on line at www.marriott. com/okcaw. Enter group code srosroa - Queen/Queen Suites or srosrob - King Suites.

4361 W. Reno 405.942.4500 or 800.331.3131. Includes hot breakfast buffet. Fully renovated. Only hotel with full-size kitchens. Pets welcome. The closest hotel to OKC Fairgrounds.

14 Ramada Oklahoma City Airport North 2200 South Meridian Avenue 800.652.3781 or 405.681.9000. Special USTRC Rate: $57 - $67. Three miles from OKC Fairgrounds. Complimentary hot breakfast. In-room coffee, refrig/micro, and ironing boards. Within walking distance of many restaurants. Book at www.ramadaokc.com

17 Super 8 311 S. Meridian Ave, I-40 & Meridian, north of Biltmore Hotel, 1 mile from Fairgrounds 405.947.7801. Rate: $50-$57 +tax (1-2 pp), $57-$69 + tax (2-4 pp). Free continental breakfast, coin operated laundry, numerous fast food and fine dining restaurants within walking distance. In-room coffee, hair dryers, free high speed internet, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. Rates based on block availability.

15 Red Roof Inn 309 S. Meridian Ave, I-40 and Meridian, located directly north from Biltmore Hotel, one mile from OKC Fairgrounds 405.947.8777. Rate: $47-$55 + tax (1-2 pp), $55-$65 + tax (2-4 pp). Free coffee, coin operated laundry, numerous fast food and fine dining restaurants within walking distance. In-room coffee and hair dryers. Free high speed internet, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. Rates based on block availability.

15 17 1

ASK FOR USTRC RATES! You MUST ask for the special USTRC rate when you book to get the discounted rate.

12 6 5

10 8

11 7 2 SO

MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS EARLY These advertised rates may not be available as early as the first week of October 2013. You MUST ask for the special USTRC rate when you book to get the discounted rate.

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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

#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

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

#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

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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 (%%,%2

.O DRAW IN OPTION

ND %NTRY (%!$%2

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#10 Gold Plus Shoot-Out

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30

$350/Roper

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

(EELER (%%,%2

.O DRAW IN OPTION

ND %NTRY (%!$%2

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

(EELER (%%,%2

.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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CHECK Â&#x2020; TO DRAW (EADER

Cruel Girl Championships

(%%,%2

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(%%,%2

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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31

$200/Roper

WITH )NCENTIVE

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

ND %NTRY (%!$%2

CHECK Â&#x2020; TO DRAW (EADER

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

CHECK Â&#x2020; TO DRAW (EELER

'OLD 0LUS -EMBERSHIP )$

For more information call the USTRC National Office, 254.968.0002

,ATE &EES

'OLD 3PUR -EMBERSHIP )$ Total Money Enclosed

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SPECIALTY ROPINGS

PG 2

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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

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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

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Eastern

Regional Finals Roping Gross ~ $449,200 Cash Payout ~ $320,304 Prizeline ~ $44,779 Return to Roper ~ 81.3%

he Eastern Regional Finals in Murfreesboro, Tennessee is always a big hit among ropers. The team roping action began on July 11 and ended up on the 14. Team ropers enjoyed the coolness inside the Tennessee Miller Coliseum and the hotness of the team roping action. It was the perfect mixture for a great event. The first roping of the weekend was the Open Division. The brothers from Bell City, Louisiana by way of South Florida took first place in the Average with a time of 37.36 seconds. “We started with a game plan of slick horns and two feet,” said Josh Torres. “It worked well for us and any time you can win that much money for that little of an investment it is a good deal.” The pairing took home $4,000, trophy Gist bits and 20 points for the Roper Outerwear US Open Tour. “It is a little tough roping with your brother,” added Jonathan Torres. “However, when you do win there is no greater feeling.”

Open Joshua Torres (Bell City, LA) / Jonathan Torres (Bell City, LA), 37.36 on 5, $4,000

66 / SEPTEMBER 2013

Second place in the roping was Brent Aldoff from Morriston, Florida and Nick Griffith from Danville, Alabama. Third place was Derrick Miller from Missouri and Wesley Moss from Texas. Chris Chandler and Derrick Crawford won the Incentive Average. Benji Roberts from Allardt, Tennessee and Scott Davis from Dacula, Georgia teamed up to win first place in the #15 Preliminary. They roped four steers in 36.77 and earned $1,622, trophy Gist bits, and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Brandon Lauber from Franklin, Tennessee and Clark Adcock from Smithville, Tennessee. Third place in the Average went to Andrew Wong from Hawaii and Wesley Moss from Texas. Zach Kilgus from Belpre, Ohio and Bob Knudsen from Lancaster, Kentucky teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #15 Shoot-Out. “This is a special win for me,” said Knudsen. “I won a

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#15 Shoot-Out Zach Kilgus (Belpre, OH) / Bob Knudsen (Lancaster, KY), 30.68 on 4, $4,328 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

were the high team back and ultimately the champions of the roping. They were 31.17 on four steers and won $12,048, trophy Gist buckles, Resistol Straw Hats, Tony Lama Boots, Cinch Jeans and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “The US ropings really pay good and that is why we came. Its all for the money,” said Thomas. “A win like this makes it where I can go to more ropings.” Second place in the roping was Shawn Loehr and Jason LaRue. They won $8,032 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings for catching four steers in 34.90 seconds. Third place went to Shawn Scott and Steve Mauldin, while fourth went to West Benson and Ed Allen. The Incentive winners of the roping were Ken Langston from Benton, Kentucky and Chuck Jenkins from Selmer, Tennessee. They roped three steers

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Regional Shoot-Out a long time ago, but this one is special.” They were second high team back and finished the roping with a time of 30.68 seconds on four steers. The pairing won $4,328, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “It was good to win here and then money was good,” said Kilgus. “I’m glad it worked out because the money is already spent. I will put the saddle in the trophy room and I appreciate my girlfriend allowing me to ride her horse.” Second place was Nelson Wyatt and Zak Dobbins with a time of 33.74 seconds on four steers. The third place finishers were Daren Sims and Cody Murphy. Jim Coyle from Greenville, Indiana teamed with Antonio Savedra from Shawnee, Kansas to win first place in the #13 Preliminary. They came from the second call back position and finished the roping with a time of 30.67 seconds on four steers. Coyle and Savedra won $2,292, trophy Gist bits and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second in the Average went to Nelson Wyatt and Zack Mabry from Alabama. Third place was Coyle and Knudsen with a time of 33.46 seconds on four steers. The final roping of the first day of the Eastern Regional Finals was the #13 Shoot-Out. Clay Mitchell from Bolivar, Tennessee and Zack Mabry from Piedmont, Alabama were high team back and finished the roping in first place with a time of 32.38 seconds on four steers. They took home $8,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Daren Sims and Mark Strickland with a time of 33.49 seconds on four. Third went to Tish Luke and Antonio Savedra. The second day of the Eastern Regional Finals began with the #12 Gold Plus Division, where the already lucrative purse was sweetened with $18,000 of added cash. Seth Thomas from Greenville, Alabama and Glen Kelly from Hope Hull, Alabama

#15 Preliminary Benji Roberts (Allardt, TN) / Scott Davis (Dacula, GA), 36.77 on 4, $1,622 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Flex Earnings Awarded - EASTERN REGIONAL FINALS - Murfreesboro, TN From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping)

Jim Coyle ..........................Greenville, IN ..................$19,000 Ed Allen ............................Dadeville, AL....................$15,000 Danny Miller ......................Lawson, MO ....................$14,000 Scott Davis ........................Dacula, GA ......................$14,000 Antonio Savedra ................Shawnee, KS....................$13,000 Becky Cannizzaro................Folsom, LA ......................$13,000 Bob Herrington ..................San Mateo, FL..................$13,000 Bob Knudsen......................Lancaster, KY ..................$13,000 Heath Sanders ....................Leachville, AR ..................$13,000 Nelson Wyatt ......................Clanton, AL......................$13,000 Steve Mauldin ....................Beggs, OK ......................$13,000 Tom Bowling ......................Oxford , OH ....................$13,000 Tommy Hand ......................College Grove, TN ............$13,000 Blaine Courson ..................Lake City, FL....................$12,000 Dillon Hardwick ..................Galivants Ferry, SC............$12,000 Lynn Fisher ........................Knoxville, TN ....................$12,000 Zack Mabry ........................Piedmont, AL ..................$12,000 Benji Roberts......................Allardt, TN ........................$11,000 Jessy Remsburg ..................Palm City, FL....................$11,000 Paula Knudsen....................Lancaster, KY ..................$11,000 Tyler Thornton ....................Hoboken, GA....................$11,000 Daren Sims ........................Chipley, FL ......................$10,000 Doyle Nobles ......................Aynor, SC ........................$10,000 Greg Graden ......................Newberry, FL....................$10,000 Jerry Bailey ........................Pauls Valley, OK ................$10,000 Beverly Robbins..................Muscle Shoals, AL ..............$9,000 Derrick Bell ........................Statesville, NC....................$9,000 Heath LeRoy ......................Advance, NC ......................$9,000 Jacky Barnett......................Phil Campbell, AL ..............$9,000 Jason Jenkins ......................Hopkinsville, KY ................$9,000 Jeff Penning........................Winthrop, IA ......................$9,000 Lane McPheeters ................Salem, IN ..........................$9,000 Scott Bone ........................Calhoun, GA ......................$9,000 Wesley Moss ......................Paradise, TX........................$9,000 Bobby Doyle ......................Frankston, TX......................$8,000 J.W. Baucom ......................Carthage, NC ....................$8,000 Lynn Jarrell ........................Hulbert, OK........................$8,000 Nick Gonzales III ................Carriere, MS ......................$8,000 Ran West............................Alapaha, GA ......................$8,000 Shawn Loehr ......................Mount Vernon, IN................$8,000 Steven Baake ....................Menomonee Falls, WI ..........$8,000 Tish Luke ..........................Yeehaw Junction, FL ..........$8,000 Trevor Boatwright ..............Marble, NC ........................$8,000 Blair Kelley ........................Florence, AL ......................$7,000 Deb Raulerson....................San Mateo, FL....................$7,000 Dustin Brown ....................Jacksonville, AL ..................$7,000 Dusty Stroud ......................Puxico, MO ........................$7,000 Harve Reynolds ..................Ellsinore, MO ....................$7,000 John Johnson ......................Piney Flats, TN ..................$7,000 Lane Mitchell......................Bolivar, TN..........................$7,000 Michael Bratton ..................Opelika, AL ........................$7,000 Nat Stewart ........................Corydon, IN........................$7,000 Randy Brown......................Pelham, NC........................$7,000 Walter Graham ..................Cleveland, NC ....................$7,000 Bronc Fanning ....................East Bend, NC....................$6,000 Brother Campbell................Franklin, TN ........................$6,000 Donald Wilson ....................Vincent, OH........................$6,000 Josh LeMaster ....................Gaffney, SC ........................$6,000 Manny Egusquiza................Madison, GA ......................$6,000 Mark Strickland ..................Dunnellon, FL ....................$6,000 Matt Thomas ......................Ranger, GA ........................$6,000 Nick Spry ..........................Dyersburg, TN ....................$6,000 Paul Moore ........................Jasper, AL ..........................$6,000 Shawn Scott ......................Soper, OK ..........................$6,000 Steve AllDay ......................Shelbyville, KY ..................$6,000 Steven McCormick ..............Jonesboro, AR ....................$6,000 Tyler Boatwright ................Marble, NC ........................$6,000 Vic Shaw ............................Muscle Shoals, AL ..............$6,000 Wil Sanders ........................Elkmont, AL ......................$6,000 Zach Kilgus ........................Belpre, OH ........................$6,000 Andrew Wong ....................Weatherford, TX ..................$5,000 Bruce Johnson ....................Hartland, WI ......................$5,000 Dave Francis ......................Farmington, MO ................$5,000 Derrick Miller......................Eunice, LA ........................$5,000 Donald Hope ......................Gaithersburg, MD ..............$5,000 Dustin Stephens..................Young Harris, GA ................$5,000 Dwight Lynch ....................College Grove, TN ..............$5,000 Gary Sheller ......................Troy, MO ............................$5,000 George Eldridge..................Wynne, AR ........................$5,000 Harvey McDaniel ................Deville, LA ........................$5,000 Jaret Nobles........................Barnwell, SC ......................$5,000 Joey Carpenter....................Rutledge, AL ......................$5,000 Joey Denney ......................Carrollton, GA ....................$5,000 John Shockley ....................Madison, GA ......................$5,000 Joseph Jones ......................New Market, TN..................$5,000 Larry Bright........................Harrisburg, AR....................$5,000 Matt Mauldin......................Beggs, OK ........................$5,000 Mike Woolven ....................Nettleton, MS ....................$5,000 Ray Hohmann ....................Hayesville, NC ....................$5,000 Scott Crites ........................Farmington, MO ................$5,000 Steven Griffin ....................Jasper, GA ..........................$5,000

T.J. Allen ............................Dadeville, AL......................$5,000 Travis Hull ..........................Brodhead, WI ....................$5,000 Wade Harris ......................Piggott, AR ........................$5,000 Adam Styles ......................Fountain Inn, SC ................$4,000 Allen Joyner........................Mckenzie, AL......................$4,000 Blake Haithcoat ..................Florence, AL ......................$4,000 Brandon Lauber..................Franklin, TN ........................$4,000 Bryer Hamilton ..................Cleveland, TN ....................$4,000 Casey Hilley........................Winder, GA ........................$4,000 Chad Shepherd ..................Sanford, NC ......................$4,000 Chris Chandler....................Mount Juliet, TN..................$4,000 Chris Galbreath ..................Portersville, PA ..................$4,000 Dana Solomon....................Ocala, FL ..........................$4,000 Drue Stewart ......................Corydon, IN........................$4,000 Garrett Smith ....................Lebanon, TN ......................$4,000 Gary Griswell......................Savannah, TN ....................$4,000 Jade Nobles ........................Barnwell, SC ......................$4,000 Jeremy Mercer ....................Winnsboro, LA....................$4,000 Jonathan Torres ..................Bell City, LA ......................$4,000 Mandy Lam ........................Canton, GA ........................$4,000 Paula Robinson ..................Olivet, MI ..........................$4,000 Pineapple Figgeroa ............Gleason, TN........................$4,000 Stuart Bigbee ....................Tuscumbia, AL....................$4,000 Tracey Boatwright ..............Marble, NC ........................$4,000 Travis Brown ......................Wirtz, VA ............................$4,000 Ty Hickerson ......................Trenton, TN ........................$4,000 Will Schultz ........................Palmetto, GA ......................$4,000 Adam McGlothlin ................Lebanon, VA ......................$3,000 Adam Postelle ....................Rocky Face, GA ..................$3,000 Allison Wiley ......................College Grove, TN ..............$3,000 Ashley Bentley ....................Rose Hill, MS ....................$3,000 Beau Tabor ........................Summer Shade, KY ............$3,000 Ben Lawrence ....................Danville, AL ......................$3,000 Bill Little Jr ........................Fall Branch, TN ..................$3,000 Bill Yarbrough ....................Beech Bluff, TN ..................$3,000 Billy Lam ..........................Canton, GA ........................$3,000 Billy Williamson ..................Florence, AL ......................$3,000 Bo Brown ..........................Wellington, AL....................$3,000 Brent Peterson....................Lawrenceburg, KY ..............$3,000 Brett Taylor ........................Vero Beach, FL ..................$3,000 Chance Wiles ......................Hamptonville, NC ..............$3,000 Charlie Madison..................Fort Scott, KS ....................$3,000 Chuck Buist ........................Ninety Six, SC ....................$3,000 Chuck Jenkins ....................Selmer, TN..........................$3,000 Chuck McPheeters ..............Salem, IN ..........................$3,000 Chuck Smith ......................Townsend, DE ....................$3,000 Clark Adcock ......................Smithville, TN ....................$3,000 Clay Futrell ........................Union Grove, NC ................$3,000 Clay Mitchell ......................Bolivar, TN..........................$3,000 Clint Humphries..................Lincolnton, NC ..................$3,000 Clint Humphries..................Lincolnton, NC ..................$3,000 Cody Murphy ......................Greenville, AL ....................$3,000 Colby Herman ....................Taylorsville, NC ..................$3,000 Coleman Simmons ..............Wirtz, VA ............................$3,000 Colton Scott........................Soper, OK ..........................$3,000 Coty Long ..........................Bonifay, FL ........................$3,000 Craig Flowers ....................Mineral Bluff, GA................$3,000 Craig Flowers ....................Mineral Bluff, GA................$3,000 Dale Martin ........................Alba, TX ............................$3,000 Dallas Hooper ....................Montgomery, AL ................$3,000 Dalton Schubert..................Crossville, TN......................$3,000 Darren Gilmore ..................Waverly, TN ........................$3,000 David Gaddis......................Canton, GA ........................$3,000 Dean Derenzo ....................Ocala, FL ..........................$3,000 Dennis Moore ....................Opp, AL ............................$3,000 Derrick Crawford ................Lebanon, TN ......................$3,000 Dilan Rucker ......................Sikeston, MO......................$3,000 Doyle Powell ......................Barnwell, SC ......................$3,000 Dustin Coltrane ..................Madison, NC ......................$3,000 Eric Maloney ......................Tupelo, MS ........................$3,000 Glen Terrell ........................Notasulga, AL ....................$3,000 Glenn Kelly ........................Hope Hull, AL ....................$3,000 Jacob Locke ........................Ponce De Leon, FL ............$3,000 Jarrett McLaughlin ..............Dunmore, WV ....................$3,000 Jason LaRue ......................Bagdad, KY........................$3,000 Jeremy Dennis ....................Erin, TN..............................$3,000 Jeremy Smith......................Clanton, AL........................$3,000 Jerred Tubbs........................Jonesboro, AR ....................$3,000 John Alley ..........................Adams, TN..........................$3,000 John Crannell......................Ardmore, TN ......................$3,000 Johnny Kennemer ..............Anderson, AL......................$3,000 Joshua Torres ......................Bell City, LA ......................$3,000 Junior Johnson ....................Bluff City, TN ......................$3,000 Keith Bentley......................Rose Hill, MS ....................$3,000 Kelli Corbin ........................Baldwin, FL ......................$3,000 Ken Holder ........................Scottsboro, AL ....................$3,000 Ken Langston ....................Benton, KY ........................$3,000 Lacie Davis ........................Mount Juliet, TN..................$3,000 Louis DeRosa ....................Huntsville, AL ....................$3,000 Luther Googe ....................Barnwell, SC ......................$3,000

Mark Wilks..........................Lancaster, KY ....................$3,000 Matthew Spry ....................Friendship, TN ....................$3,000 Mike Qualls ........................Hico, TX..............................$3,000 Mitch Rogers ......................Claxton, GA........................$3,000 Mitchell Hembree................Danville, AL ......................$3,000 Rafe Starkey ......................Pisgah, AL ........................$3,000 Rex Shelton........................Travelers Rest, SC ..............$3,000 Richard Herman..................Taylorsville, NC ..................$3,000 Rodney Sanders..................Athens, AL ........................$3,000 Ross Pratt ..........................Lewisburg, TN ....................$3,000 Russell Tallent ....................Doyle, TN ..........................$3,000 Ryan Pratt..........................Nashville, TN ......................$3,000 Ryon Springer ....................Ocala, FL ..........................$3,000 Sambo Wright ....................Bowling Green, KY ............$3,000 Seth Thomas ......................Greenville, AL ....................$3,000 Shane Garrison ..................Anderson, SC ....................$3,000 Steve Ward ........................Walling, TN ........................$3,000 Tate Thomas........................Ranger, GA ........................$3,000 Tommy Allison ....................Mooresboro, NC..................$3,000 West Benson ......................Celina, TX ..........................$3,000 Whit Harper........................Sparks, GA ........................$3,000 Wyatt Allen ........................Dadeville, AL......................$3,000 Zak Dobbins ......................Bay Minette, AL ................$3,000 Bobby Hull ........................Brodhead, WI ....................$2,000 David Mitchell ....................Guilford, IN ........................$2,000 Isaac Jacobs........................Castlewood, VA ..................$2,000 Jamie Ballard......................Winchester, KY ..................$2,000 Jamie Rector ......................Pelzer, SC ..........................$2,000 Kerry Gilbow ......................Dexter, MO ........................$2,000 Mark Allgood ......................Camden, TN ......................$2,000 Randy Henderson................De Soto, MO ......................$2,000 Theresa Johnson ................Hartland, WI ......................$2,000 Alvaro Alvarez ....................Miami, FL ..........................$1,000 Austin Boatright..................Bristol, GA ........................$1,000 Bill Ferrell ..........................Sikeston, MO......................$1,000 Billy Griswell ......................Ramer, TN ..........................$1,000 Billy Jolly............................Sparta, TN ..........................$1,000 Bobby McBride ..................Moscow, TN ........................$1,000 Brandon Bunn ....................Dublin, VA ..........................$1,000 Brandon Stepp ..................Cleveland, TN ....................$1,000 Brandon Stubblefield ..........Rock Island, TN ..................$1,000 Brent Worrell ......................Brewton, AL ......................$1,000 Chad Nobles ......................Denmark, SC......................$1,000 Chuck Jenkins ....................Selmer, TN..........................$1,000 Clark Adcock ......................Smithville, TN ....................$1,000 Clay Tilley ..........................Marianna, AR ....................$1,000 Clint Humphries..................Lincolnton, NC ..................$1,000 Cody Murphy ......................Greenville, AL ....................$1,000 Colby Herman ....................Taylorsville, NC ..................$1,000 Colby Wright ......................Odum, GA..........................$1,000 Coltin Nobles ......................Barnwell, SC ......................$1,000 Colton Sanders ..................Spring Hill, TN ....................$1,000 Colton Scott........................Soper, OK ..........................$1,000 Craig Jacobs ......................Castlewood, VA ..................$1,000 Craig Jacobs ......................Castlewood, VA ..................$1,000 Dale Martin ........................Alba, TX ............................$1,000 Dale Simmons ....................Wirtz, VA ............................$1,000 Glen Crawford ....................Lebanon, TN ......................$1,000 Homer Coleman..................Atmore, AL ........................$1,000 Jan Rosier ..........................Barnwell, SC ......................$1,000 Jarrod Peterson ..................Kirksey, KY ........................$1,000 Jarrod Peterson ..................Kirksey, KY ........................$1,000 Jason Warden......................Lyles, TN ............................$1,000 Jeff Balser ..........................De Graff, OH ......................$1,000 Jeremy Grizzle ....................Gainesville, GA ..................$1,000 Jerred Tubbs........................Jonesboro, AR ....................$1,000 Jim Goff ............................Vanderbilt, MI ....................$1,000 Joey Coleman ....................Downsville, LA ..................$1,000 Joseph Trull ........................Winfield, AL ......................$1,000 Justin Carver ......................Lebanon, TN ......................$1,000 Justin Ethridge....................Bowdon, GA ......................$1,000 Kacie Kapp ........................Olivet, MI ..........................$1,000 Katie Zier ..........................Abingdon, VA......................$1,000 L Edward Wilson ................Decatur, TN ........................$1,000 Lane Coleman ....................Downsville, LA ..................$1,000 Langdon Pleasant ..............Ayden, NC..........................$1,000 Lee Ford ............................Central, SC ........................$1,000 Mark Gentry ......................Pelham, AL ........................$1,000 Marvin Billings ..................Sparta, TN ..........................$1,000 Monica Krout......................Lawtey, FL ........................$1,000 Nathalie Alfonso ................Ocala, FL ..........................$1,000 Philip Hinch........................Crossville, TN......................$1,000 Randy Chandler ..................Mount Juliet, TN..................$1,000 Rodney Worrell ..................Evergreen, AL ....................$1,000 Roger Bain ........................Dublin, VA ..........................$1,000 Ross Turner ........................Idabel, OK ........................$1,000 Ryan Pope..........................Bonifay, FL ........................$1,000 Steve Cook ........................Lascassas, TN ....................$1,000 Vernon Inman ....................Culleoka, TN ......................$1,000 Waylon Taulbee ..................Winchester, KY ..................$1,000 Zane Ham ..........................Menlo, GA..........................$1,000

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#13 Shoot-Out Clay Mitchell (Bolivar, TN) / Zack Mabry (Piedmont, AL), 32.38 on 4, $8,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

in 28.97 seconds to win $6,558, trophy Gist buckles, Classic Equine horse blankets, Classic Rope duffel bags, Classic Rope sling bags and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Ty Hickerson from Trenton, Tennessee and Heath Sanders from Leachville, Arkansas were high team back in the #12 Preliminary. They caught their last steer in 7.41 seconds and finished the roping in first place with a time of 31.43 seconds on four steers. They win gave them $3,560, trophy Martin saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Gary Griswell from Savannah, Tennessee and Ran West from Alapaha, Georgia. Third place in the Average was Shawn Loehr and Stuart Bigbee. Jarrod Peterson and Sambo Wright won the Incentive Average. Jason and Chuck Jenkins teamed up in the #12 Shoot-Out and it proved to be the winning combination. The pair came back high team back and after a businessman’s run of 8.23 seconds in the short round they finished in first place with a time of 32.32 seconds on four steers. They won $9,436, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average went to Bob Herrington and Zack Mabry. They were 34.91 and earned $6,292 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Third place in the Average went to Mike Woolven from Nettleton, Mississippi and Eric Maloney from Tupelo, Mississippi with a time of 35.02 seconds on four steers. Harve Reynolds from Elisinore, Missouri teamed up with Wade Harris from Piggott, Arkansas to win first place in the #11 Preliminary. They were 37.33 seconds on four steers and won $4,620, trophy Martin saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was John Johnson from Piney Flats, Tennessee and Clint Humphries from Lincolnton, North Carolina. They were 37.47 seconds on four steers and earned $3,080, trophy Gist buckles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. The third place team was Jim Coyle and Tom Bowling. Wil Sanders and Dwight Lynch were the Incentive winners.

Brother Campbell from Franklin, Tennessee and Ross Pratt from Lewisburg, Tennessee were the high team back in the #11 Shoot-Out. They caught their final steer in 7.94 seconds and finished in first place with a time of 33.86 seconds on four steers. “This was a really special win for me,” said Pratt. “I told my wife this morning that I was going to win something big. I just had that feeling and I am glad it worked out.” The win paid them $9,556, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Chuck Buist from Ninety Six, South Carolina and Walter Graham from Cleveland, North Carolina. They earned $6,372 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings for roping four steers in 34.17 seconds. Third place in the Average was Wil Sanders and Dwight Lynch and fourth place went to Whit Harper and Blaine Courson. Dillon Hardwick from Galivants Ferry, South Carolina and Jaret Nobles from Barnwell, South Carolina were the fifth high team back in the #10 Preliminary. They caught their

#13 Preliminary Jim Coyle (Greenville, IN) / Antonio Savedra (Shawnee, KS), 30.67 on 4, $2,292 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#12 Shoot-Out Jason Jenkins (Hopkinsville, KY) / Chuck Jenkins (Selmer, TN), 32.32 on 4, $9,436 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

final steer in 8.01 seconds and finished the roping with a time of 38.61 on four steers. As the Incentive winners and the high team back of Tate and Matt Thomas from Ranger, Georgia backed into the box for their final run, Hardwick and Nobles knew they were guaranteed second place. The father/son team of Thomas and Thomas failed to catch their final steer and Hardwick and Nobles were crowned the champions. They won $4,282, trophy Martin saddles, and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Scott Crites and Dave Francis with a time of 40.25 seconds on four steers. Third place was Danny Miller and Gary Sheller with a time of 42.35 seconds on four steers. Thomas and Thomas did win the Incentive and also placed twelfth in the main Average.

#12 Preliminary Ty Hickerson (Trenton, TN) / Heath Sanders (Leachville, AR), 31.43 on 4, $3,560 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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The third day of the Eastern Regional Finals came to a close in fine form. The team of Jim Coyle and Lane McPheeters were high team back in the #10 Shoot-Out. They needed a 12.42 second run to take the lead of the roping. They posted a time of 8.76 seconds and finished the roping in first place with a time of 32.83 seconds on four steers. They won $10,896, trophy Martin Saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Jerry Bailey and Mike Qualls. They were fifth call back and finished the roping with a time of 36.50 on four steers. They earned $7264 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Third place in the Average was the team of Lynn Fisher and Jarrett McLaughlin. They were 36.77 seconds on four steers and won $5,752. The fourth place finishers were Scott Bone and Matt Thomas from Georgia out of the eighth call back position. The final day of the Eastern Regional Finals began with the #9 Preliminary. Tish Luke from Yeehaw Junction, Florida and Becky Cannizzaro from Folsom, Louisiana were the fourth call back to the short round. They caught their last steer in 9.08 seconds and finished the roping with a time of 44.51 seconds on four steers. That ultimately gave them first place in the Average. The ladies took home $5,064, trophy Martin Saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Joseph Jones from New Market, Tennessee and Lynn Fisher from Knoxville, Tennessee. Third place in the Average was the team of Dillon Hardwick and Doyle Nobles. They came from the 15th call back and won $2,194 plus $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. The team of Allison Wiley and Tommy Hand won the Incentive Average. The #9 Shoot-Out was full of surprises and unexpected happenings. Steve AllDay from Shelbyville, Kentucky and Lane

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#11 Shoot-Out Brother Campbell (Franklin, TN) / Ross Pratt (Lewisburg, TN), 33.86 on 4, $9,556 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

McPheeters from Salem, Indiana were ninth call to the short round. They roped their final steer in 6.18 seconds and completed the roping with a time of 44.79 seconds on four steers. That time held on for first place and landed them a payday worth $11,810, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Chuck McPheeters and son Lane. They won $7,872 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Third place in the roping was Coleman simmons and Bill Little Jr. Darren Gilmore from Waverly, Tennessee and Jeremy Dennis from Erin, Tennessee came from the sixth call back position to win first place in the #8 Pick/Draw. The team finished the roping with a time of 30.87 seconds on three steers and won $5,066, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Drue Stewart and Charles Jewell and third place went to Tyler Boatwright and Russell Tallent. Jim Coyle 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

#11 Preliminary Harve Reynolds (Ellsinore, MO) / Wade Harris (Piggott, AR), 37.33 on 4, $4,620 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Shoot-Out Jim Coyle (Greenville, IN) / Lane McPheeters (Salem, IN), 32.83 on 4, $10,896 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#10 Preliminary Dillon Hardwick (Galivants Ferry, SC) / Jaret Nobles (Barnwell, SC), 38.61 on 4, $4,282 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Preliminary Tish Luke (Yeehaw Junction, FL) / Becky Cannizzaro (Folsom, LA), 44.51 on 4, $5,064 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Positions, two Complimentary stalls, a complimentary Gold Plus RV spot and a 2012 NFTR Jacket. Tish Luke was the Cruel Girl Champion over the weekend. She won a custom Gist buckle plus two pair of Cruel Girl jeans. The Eastern 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 Eastern Regional Finals you will certainly want to put it on your calendar for next year.

#9 Shoot-Out Steve AllDay (Shelbyville, KY) / Lane McPheeters (Salem, IN), 44.79 on 4, $11,810 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Darren Gilmore (Waverly, TN) / Jeremy Dennis (Erin, TN), 30.87 on 3, $5,066 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Southwest

Regional Finals Roping Gross ~ $412,850 Cash Payout ~ $301,922 Prizeline ~ $44,777 Return to Roper ~ 84%

he USTRC moved in to Clovis, New Mexico and the Curry County Special Events Center for the Southwest Regional Finals. The team roping began on August 1, 2013 and ran through the 4. Team ropers from all over the Southwest came to enjoy the event. The Open Division was first on the agenda. The team of Chris Francis from Las Vegas, New Mexico and Cade Passig from Capitan, New Mexico were the high team back. They qualified to the short round with a time of 30.08 seconds on four steers and needed to be 8.21 seconds on their last steer for the win. After the flag dropped they had posted a time of 7.69 seconds and finished the roping in first place. “We don’t really have a lot of really good Open ropings to go to in New Mexico,” said Francis. “This is the best one around and I wouldn’t miss this roping.” The team took home $5,000, trophy Gist bits and points for the Priefert US Open Tour. “I was really fortunate to have some good partners and

roped really consistent today,” said Passig. “This was a good win for us and I am excited.” Second place in the roping went to Josh Morris from Lazbuddie, Texas and Wesley Thorp from Throckmorton, Texas with a time of 38.30 seconds on five steers. Third place was Kyle Roberts from Durango, Colorado and Bode Baize from Anthony, New Mexico. Brady Payne from Gilbert, Arizona and Trevor Kirchenschlager from Yuma, Colorado won the Incentive Average. Monroe Timberlake and Blain Bradley both from Hereford, Texas were the third high team back in the short round of the #15 Preliminary. They finished the roping in first place with a time of 33.43 seconds on four steers. The win gave them $3,132, trophy Gist bits and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Chase Massengill from Santa Fe, New Mexico and Jessie Haynie from Fairacres, New Mexico with a time of 34.56 seconds on four steers. Third place in the Average was Bode Baize and Corban Livingston, while fourth went to Jarrett Rogers and Livingston. The team roping action inside the arena really heated up in the #15 Shoot-Out. Chase Massengill and Eddie Nieto qualified to the short round in the number one position. “This was a really big win for me and came at a good time,” said Massengill. “This is a good event and one I try to make each year.” They finished the roping with a time of 29.40 seconds on four steers and won first place. They received $5,866, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Open “I was excited about the win. I Chris Francis (Las Vegas, NM) / Cade Passig (Capitan, NM), 37.77 on 5, $5,000

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#15 Shoot-Out Chase Massengill (Santa Fe, NM) / Eddie Nieto (Los Lunas, NM), 29.4 on 4, $5,866 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

just wanted to be consistent and stay focused,” said Nieto. “I their final steer in 8.29 seconds, thus finishing the roping with knew if we could just catch we could do good and it worked a time of 34.31 seconds on four steers. That time held on for out for us.” first place in the Average. Davis and Huntington won $10,270, Second place in the roping was Michael Bell from Clovis, trophy Gist buckles, Resistol Straw Hats, Tony Lama Boots, New Mexico and Bubba Garcia from Portales, New Mexico. Cinch Jeans and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place Third place went to Adam Esquibell and Brandon Baca with a in the roping went to Tina Godfrey and Scott Morlan both time of 31.53 seconds on four steers. The fourth place finishers from Colorado. Third place in the Average was Walt Arnold were Clay Sieber and Wesley Thorp. from Silverton, Texas and Michael Fish from Capitan, New In the #13 Preliminary the husband/wife team of Barrie and Mexico. Shannon Snyder and Leon Mounyo won the Brad Smith from Stephenville, Texas came from the third high Incentive Average. back position to win first place in the Average. They were R.T. McElreath from Cimarron, Kansas and partner Joe 33.02 seconds on four steers and won $4,562, trophy Gist bits, Matile from Satanta, Kansas were the high team back of the and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the #12 Preliminary and ultimately the champions of the roping Average was Darin Williams from Amarillo, Texas and Clayton with a time of 38.97 seconds on four steers. They earned Ward from Dalhart, Texas. Third place in the aveage was $4,748, trophy Martin saddles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Wallace Townsend from Cache, Oklahoma and Kent Thiessen Earnings. Second place went to Ab Hendley and Randy from Elk City, Oklahoma. The final roping of the first day of the Southwest Regional Finals was the #13 Shoot-Out. A team from the Petroplex of Texas took the top honors. Caleb Matott and Kenny Beaty from Midland, Texas were high team back and ultimately the champions of the roping with a time of 32.25 seconds on four steers. They won $10,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second pace was Kyle Letzelter and Billy Ivy with a time of 34.20 seconds. Third place went to the husband/wife team of Kenna and Chris Francis. The second day of team roping began with the #12 Gold Plus Division. Jeff Davis from La Plata, New Mexico teamed up with #15 Preliminary Joaquin Huntington from Hesperus, Monroe Timberlake (Hereford, TX) / Blain Bradley (Hereford, TX), 33.43 on 4, $3,132 Colorado. They qualified to the short round and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings in the third call back position and caught SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 75

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Flex Earnings Awarded - SOUTHWEST REGIONAL FINALS - Clovis, NM From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping)

Blain Bradley ....................Hereford, TX..................$16,000 Joe Gallegos......................El Paso, TX....................$16,000 Kent Thiessen ....................Elk City, OK ..................$15,000 Gunnar Stapleton ..............Sublette, KS ................$13,000 Joaquin Huntington ..........Hesperus, CO................$13,000 Joe Martinez......................Midland, TX ..................$13,000 Michael Fish......................Capitan, NM ................$13,000 Corban Livingston ............El Paso, TX....................$11,000 Joe Matile ........................Satanta, KS ..................$11,000 John Hudgens ..................Santa Teresa, NM ..........$11,000 Jorge Hawkins Whetten ......Santa Teresa, NM ..........$11,000 Monroe Timberlake ............Hereford, TX..................$11,000 Reno Eddy ........................Gallup, NM ..................$11,000 Ab Hendley ......................Friona, TX ....................$10,000 Baltazar Gonzalez..............Hobbs, NM ..................$10,000 Buster Record ..................Laverne, OK ................$10,000 Gerardo Perez ..................Quemado, TX ................$10,000 Bubba Garcia ....................Portales, NM ..................$9,000 Jeff Davis ..........................La Plata, NM ..................$9,000 Joe Hughes ......................Canyon, TX ....................$9,000 Kade Elkins ......................Grants, NM ....................$9,000 Mike Leatherwood ............Clovis, NM......................$9,000 Russell Perez ....................Quemado, TX ..................$9,000 Steve Mauldin ..................Beggs, OK ......................$9,000 Tammy Guess....................Colorado City, TX ............$9,000 Brett Smith ......................Caballo, NM....................$8,000 Joel Hernandez..................El Paso, TX......................$8,000 Junior Hernandez ..............Lovington, NM................$8,000 Luis Carrasco ....................Odessa, TX......................$8,000 Warren Horner ..................Rose, NE ........................$8,000 Bill McDowell....................Clayton, NM ..................$7,000 Bode Baize ......................Anthony, NM ..................$7,000 Brady Payne......................Gilbert, AZ......................$7,000 Brent Ivy ..........................Amarillo, TX ....................$7,000 Cavin Jacobs ....................Estancia, NM ..................$7,000 Chase Massengill ..............Santa Fe, NM..................$7,000 Danny Garcia ....................Clayton, NM ..................$7,000 Danny Watson ..................Lovington, NM................$7,000 Darin Williams ..................Amarillo, TX ....................$7,000 Eddie Joe Pearson..............Tulia, TX ........................$7,000 Janesa Garcia ....................Clayton, NM ..................$7,000 Joanie Ivy ........................Amarillo, TX ....................$7,000 Kent Latta ........................Gage, OK ......................$7,000 Leon Mounyo ....................Socorro, NM ..................$7,000 Michael Liles ....................Tucumcari, NM................$7,000 Nano Garza ......................Mesquite, NM ................$7,000 Randy Sanchez..................Jarales, NM ....................$7,000 Rocky Olivas ....................Kermit, TX ......................$7,000 Tyler Riggan......................Lubbock, TX ....................$7,000 Adam Esquibel ..................Las Vegas, NM ................$6,000 Brandon Baca ..................Las Vegas, NM ................$6,000 Brent Boevers ..................Mustang, OK ..................$6,000 Butch Whitten ..................Cimarron, NM ................$6,000 Chance Kiehne ..................Eagar, AZ ......................$6,000 Duncan Frank....................Guymon, OK ..................$6,000 Eddie Nieto ......................Los Lunas, NM................$6,000 Jerry Trujillo ......................Portales, NM ..................$6,000 Joel Siow ..........................Seboyeta, NM ................$6,000 Lathe May ........................Portales, NM ..................$6,000 Randy Ragland..................Texico, NM......................$6,000 Riley Drury ......................Olustee, OK ....................$6,000 Ryan Richtermeier ............Olustee, OK ....................$6,000 Shannon Snyder ................Odessa, TX......................$6,000 Shawn Stapleton ..............Sublette, KS ..................$6,000 Tina Godfrey ....................Las Animas, CO ..............$6,000 Tryston Miller ....................Amarillo, TX ....................$6,000 Ty Toledo ..........................Bloomfield, NM ..............$6,000 BayJohn Long ..................Slaton, TX ......................$5,000 Brad Smith ......................Stephenville, TX ..............$5,000 Clayton Ward ....................Dalhart, TX ....................$5,000 Coleby Payne ....................Kemp, TX ........................$5,000 Daniel Dismuke ................Sandia Park, NM ............$5,000 David Carlile ....................Olney Springs, CO ..........$5,000 Glenn McReynolds ............El Paso, TX......................$5,000 Jabin Rice ........................Hobbs, NM ....................$5,000 Jim Rogers ........................Elk City, OK ....................$5,000 Mark Ortega ....................Las Vegas, NM ................$5,000 Mark Vinson ......................Eunice, NM ....................$5,000 Matthew Gutierrez ............Estancia, NM ..................$5,000 Michael Howle ..................Idalou, TX ......................$5,000 Pat Shelton ......................Chillicothe, TX ................$5,000 Quade Hiatt ......................Canyon, TX ....................$5,000 Rey David Quinonez ..........Odessa, TX......................$5,000 Reyes Marquez..................Seboyeta, NM ................$5,000 Riley Smith ......................Earth, TX ........................$5,000 Shane Blackwood ..............Liberal, KS ....................$5,000 Abby Medlin......................Tatum, NM ....................$4,000 Anna Gregory....................Amarillo, TX ....................$4,000 B.J. Moore ........................Elida, NM ......................$4,000

Barrie Smith ....................Stephenville, TX ..............$4,000 Brandon Smith..................Mills, NM........................$4,000 Bryce Smith ......................Capitan, NM ..................$4,000 Chance Thiessen ................Elk City, OK ....................$4,000 Cody Owens......................Mission, TX ....................$4,000 David Merrell ....................Hereford, TX....................$4,000 Doug Huhman ..................Taylor, NE ......................$4,000 Drew Turner ......................Sudan, TX ......................$4,000 Ferron Lucero....................Clayton, NM ..................$4,000 Jace Davis ........................Capitan, NM ..................$4,000 Jack Wilhite ......................Ropesville, TX ................$4,000 Jarett Case Rogers ............Clint, TX..........................$4,000 Jesse Haynie......................Fairacres, NM..................$4,000 Jose Royo..........................El Paso, TX......................$4,000 Kevin Sweazea ..................Mountainair, NM ............$4,000 Kyle Pratz ........................Las Cruces, NM ..............$4,000 Larry Webb ......................Newkirk, NM ..................$4,000 Layton Belcher ..................Rogers, NM ....................$4,000 Marcus Banister ................Thornton, CO ..................$4,000 Matt Mauldin ....................Beggs, OK ......................$4,000 Matt Silva ........................Tularosa, NM ..................$4,000 Merrill Bond......................Rocky Ford, CO ..............$4,000 Paden Bray ......................Granbury, TX ..................$4,000 R.T. McElreath ..................Cimarron, KS ..................$4,000 Rene Cervantes ................Jal, NM ..........................$4,000 Russell Riggan ..................Snyder, TX ......................$4,000 Scott Morlan ....................Las Animas, CO ..............$4,000 Sterling Kelly ....................Odessa, TX......................$4,000 Taylor Puckett ..................Artesia, NM ....................$4,000 Tel Trammell ......................Roswell, NM ..................$4,000 Tracy Spencer....................Littlefield, TX ..................$4,000 Tripp Townsend ..................Earth, TX ........................$4,000 Tyler Sieber ......................Whitehouse, TX ..............$4,000 Wallace Townsend ..............Cache, OK ......................$4,000 Al Bownds ........................Shallowater, TX ..............$3,000 Andrew Lucero ..................McIntosh, NM ................$3,000 Bailey Bownds ..................Shallowater, TX ..............$3,000 Beau Bradley ....................Dimmitt, TX ....................$3,000 Biby Cervantes ..................Odessa, TX......................$3,000 Billy Ivy ............................Amarillo, TX ....................$3,000 Brandon Muniz..................Santa Rosa, NM..............$3,000 Bryan Luce ......................Clovis, NM......................$3,000 Burl Mardis ......................Muleshoe, TX ..................$3,000 Byron Short ......................Springfield, CO ..............$3,000 Caleb Matott ....................Midland, TX ....................$3,000 Chad Helmer ....................Clovis, NM......................$3,000 Charlotte Davis ................La Plata, NM ..................$3,000 Chris Cannon ....................Hale Center, TX ..............$3,000 Chris Francis......................Las Vegas, NM ................$3,000 Chris Mardis......................Muleshoe, TX ..................$3,000 Chuck Thompson ..............Moriarty, NM ..................$3,000 Clay Sieber ......................Troup, TX ........................$3,000 Clayton Williams................Amarillo, TX ....................$3,000 Clint Davis ........................Hale Center, TX ..............$3,000 Connor Hewitt ..................Gilmer, TX ......................$3,000 Cooper Carlisle..................Ropesville, TX ................$3,000 Cooper Wimberly ..............Estancia, NM ..................$3,000 Cress Lujan ......................Hereford, TX....................$3,000 Deaven Reynolds ..............Carlsbad, NM..................$3,000 Dickie Wheeler ..................Lovington, NM................$3,000 Dillon Lewis ......................Clovis, NM......................$3,000 Edgar Tarango ..................Levelland, TX ..................$3,000 Eric Strick ........................Shattuck, OK ..................$3,000 Freddy Ortiz ......................Tucumcari, NM................$3,000 Gilbert Porras ....................Midland, TX ....................$3,000 Gralyn Elkins ....................St. Domingo Pblo, NM ....$3,000 Ike Hanes ........................McLean, TX ....................$3,000 Jahew Thorp ......................Throckmorton, TX ............$3,000 Jake Pancost......................Canyon, TX ....................$3,000 JaLynn Rogers ..................Elk City, OK ....................$3,000 James Masters ..................Wheeler, TX ....................$3,000 Jarrod Cross ......................Paradise, TX ....................$3,000 Jess Gossett ......................Portales, NM ..................$3,000 Jesse Lucero......................McIntosh, NM ................$3,000 Jimbo Martinez..................Stephenville, TX ..............$3,000 Jimmy Don Dobbins ..........Portales, NM ..................$3,000 John English......................Belen, NM ......................$3,000 Josh Burns ........................Hinton, OK ....................$3,000 Josh Siggins ......................Ruidoso Downs, NM........$3,000 Kade Cotton......................Midland, TX ....................$3,000 Kenna Francis....................Las Vegas, NM ................$3,000 Kenny Beaty ....................Midland, TX ....................$3,000 Kingston Chang ................Wright, KS......................$3,000 Kip Middleton ..................Levelland, TX ..................$3,000 Kyle Letzelter ....................Canyon, TX ....................$3,000 Lance Barka......................Albuquerque, NM............$3,000 Lucas Screws ....................Melrose, NM ..................$3,000 Luis Azua..........................Sudan, TX ......................$3,000 Luis Guzman ....................Odessa, TX......................$3,000 Lynde May ........................Portales, NM ..................$3,000

Macy Devenport ................Portales, NM ..................$3,000 Madison Anderson ............Norco, CA ......................$3,000 Marty Valencia ..................Las Vegas, NM ................$3,000 Mary Jung ........................Hereford, TX....................$3,000 Michael Bell ......................Clovis, NM......................$3,000 Michael Ortega..................Jarales, NM ....................$3,000 Navor Levario....................Odessa, TX......................$3,000 Obed Cervantes ................Odessa, TX......................$3,000 Paul Rush ........................Cantullio, TX ..................$3,000 Randy Harmon..................Mustang, OK ..................$3,000 Ray Siggins ......................Ruidoso Downs, NM........$3,000 Richard Moore ..................Welch, TX........................$3,000 Rick Bolding ....................Littlefield, TX ..................$3,000 Rick Montera ....................Greeley, CO ....................$3,000 Ronda Ragland ................Texico, NM......................$3,000 Roy Miller ........................Amarillo, TX ....................$3,000 Roy Stone ........................Canyon, TX ....................$3,000 Russell Vigil ......................Corrales, NM ..................$3,000 Ryan Brewer ....................Canyon, TX ....................$3,000 Shannon Killingsworth ......Las Cruces, NM ..............$3,000 Sherry Vohs ......................Amarillo, TX ....................$3,000 Stoni Brooke Riggan..........Snyder, TX ......................$3,000 Tad Menefee ....................Lake Arthur, NM ............$3,000 Tanner Allen......................Friona, TX ......................$3,000 Terry Leatherwood ............Grady, NM ......................$3,000 Trevor Kirchenschlager ......Yuma, CO ......................$3,000 Troy Howard ....................Lamesa, TX ....................$3,000 Tyrel Taton ........................Beaver, OK ....................$3,000 Victor Sanchez ..................Odessa, TX......................$3,000 Walt Arnold ......................Silverton, TX ..................$3,000 Walt Eddy ........................Gallup, NM ....................$3,000 Wesley Thorp ....................Throckmorton, TX ............$3,000 Brandon Gonzales ............Eagar, AZ ......................$2,000 Brett Clark ........................Magdalena, NM ..............$2,000 Brian Adams ....................Muleshoe, TX ..................$2,000 Carl Sweazea ....................Mountainair, NM ............$2,000 Clay Clark ........................Magdalena, NM ..............$2,000 Jamie Pohnert ..................Amarillo, TX ....................$2,000 Jeremy Schumacher ..........Hereford, TX....................$2,000 Jesus Sotelo ......................Hereford, TX....................$2,000 Johnny Guess ....................Colorado City, TX ............$2,000 Nicole Sweazea ................Las Cruces, NM ..............$2,000 Raul Sanchez ....................Pecos, TX ........................$2,000 Rod Dimitroff ....................Clayton, NM ..................$2,000 Shamarie Schumacher ......Hereford, TX....................$2,000 Aaron Macy ......................Post, TX ..........................$1,000 Adam Martinez..................Las Vegas, NM ................$1,000 Adrian Salas......................Bosque, NM....................$1,000 Andy Keith James ..............La Junta, CO ..................$1,000 Beverly Robbins ................Muscle Shoals, AL ..........$1,000 Bryce Henry Smith ............Caballo, NM....................$1,000 Casey Hatley ....................Hobbs, NM ....................$1,000 Chris Thomas ....................Clovis, NM......................$1,000 Clay Myers ........................Muleshoe, TX ..................$1,000 Colter Figg ........................Clovis, NM......................$1,000 Don Pool ..........................Clovis, NM......................$1,000 Eloy Andujo ......................Odessa, TX......................$1,000 Enrique Salas....................Bosque, NM....................$1,000 Hardy Gordon ..................Dalhart, TX ....................$1,000 Ike McClendon ..................Miami, TX ......................$1,000 Jackie Hobbs ....................Stephenville, TX ..............$1,000 Javier Chavez Minguer ......Santa Fe, NM..................$1,000 Jay Dee Logan ..................Hobbs, NM ....................$1,000 Jeff Billings ......................Dona Ana, NM................$1,000 Jimmi Jo Montera ..............Greeley, CO ....................$1,000 John Gregory ....................Amarillo, TX ....................$1,000 John Martinez....................Rociada, NM ..................$1,000 John Payne........................Hobbs, NM ....................$1,000 Josh Debord ......................Bryan, TX........................$1,000 Junior Cervantes ................Odessa, TX......................$1,000 Ken Bray ..........................Granbury, TX ..................$1,000 Kenny Drake ....................Sayre, OK ......................$1,000 Kent Youngblood................Lamesa, TX ....................$1,000 Korbin Rice ......................Hobbs, NM ....................$1,000 Landon Koehn ..................Salina, KS ......................$1,000 Lori Hall ..........................Dona Ana, NM................$1,000 Mark Adams......................Canyon, TX ....................$1,000 Michael Ortega..................Jarales, NM ....................$1,000 Michael Raney ..................Lamesa, TX ....................$1,000 Octavio Espinoza ..............Lubbock, TX ....................$1,000 Pace Blanchard ................Albuquerque, NM............$1,000 R.G. Fancher ....................Las Cruces, NM ..............$1,000 Randy McCracken..............Stratford, TX....................$1,000 Rex Hawkins ....................Santa Teresa, NM ............$1,000 Roberto Seyffert ................El Paso, TX......................$1,000 Spencer Clements..............Vega, TX ........................$1,000 Travis Rice ........................Hobbs, NM ....................$1,000 Ty Trammell ......................Amarillo, TX ....................$1,000 Wyatt Dalton Bray ............Granbury, TX ..................$1,000

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roping was Riley Drury and Buster Record. In the #10 Preliminary Jack Wilhite from Ropesville, Texas and Tracy Spencer came from the third high back position to win first place. They were 37.61 seconds on four steers and earned $5,960, trophy #13 Shoot-Out Caleb Matott (Midland, TX) / Kenny Beaty (Midland, TX), 32.25 on 4, $10,000 and Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Kevin Sweazea and Matt Silva. John Hudgens and Jorge Hawkins Whetten finished in third place with a time of Sanchez with a time of 41.59 seconds on four steers. Third 40.03 seconds on four steers. Gerardo Perez and Russell place in the Average was Doug Huhman and Warren Horner. Perez won the Incentive Average. The team of Tina Godfrey and Cavin Jacobs claimed the The #10 Shoot-Out came right down to the wire, but when Incentive win. the dust settled, the winners of the roping were Roy Stone Hometown ropers Mike Leatherwood and Randy Ragland from Canyon, Texas and David Merrell from Hereford, Texas. were second high team back in the #12 Shoot-Out. They They were the second call back and caught their last steer in caught their final steer in 9.20 seconds and finished the roping 9.71 seconds to bring their total to 40.26 seconds on four in first place with a time of 36.55 seconds on four steers. The steers. The win paid them $10,000, trophy Martin saddles duo won $10,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Josh Burns and Kent Thiessen. The third place team was Jeff Davis and Ty Toledo. Kent Latta from Gage, Oklahoma and Kent Thiessen from Elk City, Oklahoma came from the third high back position to win the Average of the #11 Preliminary. They were 36.89 seconds on four steers and won $4,756, trophy Martin saddles and $6000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Baltazar Gonzalez and Brett Smith. Third place went to Ferron Lucero from Clayton, New Mexico and Steve Mauldin brom Beggs, Oklahoma with a time of 39.54 seconds on four steers. Nicole and Carl Sweazea won the Incentive Average. The Latta/Thiessen combination carried their winning ways into the #11 Shoot-Out. The team was third high team back and caught their final steer in 8.71 seconds and finished the roping in first place with a time of 36.68 seconds on four steers. “This was a good win and has been a good day,” said Kent Latta. “I am excited and have really enjoyed this event.” The duo took home $10,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “I have been trying to win a USTRC saddle for 20 years and then today I have won two,” said Thiessen. “My son told me earlier today that third high team back was the perfect position to come back in. I guess he was right. What a great win.” #13 Preliminary Second place in the Average was Brent Boevers from Barrie Smith (Stephenville, TX) / Brad Smith (Stephenville, TX), Mustang, Oklahoma and Steve Mauldin. Third place in the 33.02 on 4, $4,562 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 77

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#12 Preliminary R.T. McElreath (Cimarron, KS) / Joe Matile (Satanta, KS), 38.97 on 4, $4,748 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

and $6000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Danny Watson and Troy Howard with a time of 40.95 seconds on four steers. Third place in the Average went to Abby Medlin and Jace Davis. The final day of the Southwest Regional Finals began with the #9 Preliminary. Glenn McReynolds and Pat Shelton won the Incentive Average and qualified to the short round in the second high back position. They caught their final steer in 10.39 seconds and finished the roping in first place with a time of 45.70 seconds on four steers. They took home $6,174, trophy

Martin saddles, trophy Gist buckles and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average went to John Hudgens and Joel Hernandez. Quade Hiatt and Jabin Rice won third place in the Average. The father/son team of Shawn and Gunnar Stapleton came from the sixth callback position to win first place in the #9 Shoot-Out. They were 47.39 seconds on four steers and won $10,000, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Jim Rogers and Eric Strick with a time of 48.21 seconds on four steers. They earned $6,080 plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Third place in the roping was Navor Levario and Gilbert Porras. Tad Menefee from Lake Arthur, New Mexico and Beau Bradley from Dimmitt, Texas partnered up to win first place in the #8 Pick/Draw. They were 33.48 seconds on three steers and won $4,164, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tryston Miller and Jess Gossett and Miller and Cress Lujan finished in third place. Kent Thiessen earned the high point Gold Plus Roper of the weekend #12 Shoot-Out Mike Leatherwood (Clovis, NM) / Randy Ragland (Texico, NM), 36.55 on 4, $10,000 and $6,000 award. For his efforts he in USTRC Flex Earnings won the USTRC National 78 / SEPTEMBER 2013

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#11 Preliminary Kent Latta (Gage, OK) / Kent Thiessen (Elk City, OK), 36.89 on 4, $4,756 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Shoot-Out Kent Latta (Gage, OK) / Kent Thiessen (Elk City, OK), 36.68 on 4, $10,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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. Abby Medlin was the Cruel Girl Champion over the weekend. She won a custom Gist buckle plus two pair of Cruel Girl jeans. The Southwest 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 Southwest Regional Finals you will certainly want to put it on your calendar for next year.

#10 Preliminary Jack Wilhite (Ropesville, TX) / Tracy Spencer (Littlefield, TX), 37.61 on 4, $5,960 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#10 Shoot-Out Roy Stone (Canyon, TX) / David Merrell (Hereford, TX), 40.26 on 4, $10,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Preliminary Glenn McReynolds (El Paso, TX) / Pat Shelton (Chillicothe, TX), 45.7 on 4, $4,974 and $8,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Shoot-Out Shawn Stapleton (Sublette, KS) / Gunnar Stapleton (Sublette, KS), 47.39 on 4, $10,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Tad Menefee (Lake Arthur, NM) / Beau Bradley (Dimmitt, TX), 33.48 on 3, $4,164 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Oklahoma

Championships $352,100 $228,406 $19,532 70.4%

he Oklahoma Championships, produced by USTRC, was held the weekend of July 5-7, 2013 in Guthrie, Oklahoma. The weather was hot outside, but the confines of the Lazy E Arena provided the perfect escape from the summer heat and humidity. The annual event welcomed 750 roper from 11 states to compete for a cash purse of over $225,000. The team of Clay Hurst from Springer, Oklahoma and Gage Williams from Foster, Oklahoma won the Average of the Open Division with a time of 42.24 seconds on five steers. Second place went to Chad Stanley from Ravenna, Texas and Chris Young from Coleman, Oklahoma. Dylan Gordan and Cody Joe Heflin won third place. The team of Tommy Davis and Blayne

Open Clay Hurst (Springer, OK) / Gage Williams (Foster, OK), 42.24 on 5, $2,462

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Klenk won the Incentive Average. The #15 Division was next on the agenda and the winning team was Brady Norman from Springer, Oklahoma and Wesley Thorp from Throckmorton, Texas. They were 31.66 seconds on four steers and earned $4,156, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist bits. Second place was Clay Sieber from Troup, Texas and Throp and third place went to Clay Shoop from Greeley, Colorado and Cody Joe Heflin from Claremore, Oklahoma. The #13 Division winners were Ty Looper from Marlow, Oklahoma and Chris Young. They caught four steers in 32.13 seconds. The feat gave them $4,654, trophy Gist bits and

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#15 Handicap Brady Norman (Springer, OK) / Wesley Thorp (Throckmorton, TX), 31.66 on 4, $4,156 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning

$6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Layne LaGasse and Kent Thiessen from Kansas and Oklahoma. The third place finishers were Connor Hewitt and Coy Brittain. Tyrel Taton from Beaver, Oklahoma filled his pockets in the #12 Division. He won the Division in 2012 and then defended his title with a first and second place finish this year. He and header Bob Freeman from Arnett, Oklahoma won the Average as they caught four steers in a time of 32.76 seconds. The win was worth $3,898, trophy Martin saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Clay Casper from Balko, Oklahoma and Taton with a time of 35.17 seconds on four steers. The third place team and the Incentive champions were Clay Casper and Carter Gurrola. The Gold Plus Division was the first roping of the second day and came down to the very last steer. When it was all said and done, the team of David Winterton from Lexington, Oklahoma and Gary Allen

FLEX EARNINGS – Oklahoma Championships – Guthrie, OK From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Kent Thiessen....................Elk City, OK ..............$8,000 L. T. Worley ......................Whitewright, TX ........$7,000 Aaron Brisbane ................Liberty, MO ..............$6,000 Brodie Williams ................Velma, OK ................$6,000 Clay Casper......................Balko, OK ................$6,000 Dennis Southerland ..........Tom Bean, TX ............$6,000 Ken Silver ........................Warner, OK ..............$6,000 Zane Mozingo ..................Independence, KS......$6,000 Garrett Elmore ................Springer, OK ............$5,000 Taylor LaGasse ................Concordia, KS ..........$5,000 Tyrel Taton ........................Beaver, OK................$5,000 Bob Freeman....................Arnett, OK ................$4,000 Curry Kirchner ..................Ames, OK ................$4,000 Lynndel Walters ................Collinsville, OK..........$4,000 Robert Kirchner ................Ames, OK ................$4,000 Stevie King ......................Alma, AR ..................$4,000 Stran Morris ....................Woodward, OK ..........$4,000 Wesley Thorp ....................Throckmorton, TX ......$4,000 Barry Kincaid ..................Lamont, OK ..............$3,000 Blake Glenn ....................Walters, OK ..............$3,000 Brady Norman..................Springer, OK ............$3,000 Casey Glenn ....................Walters, OK ..............$3,000 Chris Lyle ........................Apache, OK ..............$3,000 Chris Young ......................Coleman, OK ............$3,000 Cindy Brown ....................Junction City, KS........$3,000 Cody Ray ........................Marlow, OK ..............$3,000 Daniel Chartney................Harrah, OK ..............$3,000 David Winterton................Lexington, OK ..........$3,000 Dean Lewis ......................Blanchard, OK ..........$3,000 DeLoyd Burr ....................Alma, AR ..................$3,000 Dennis Davis ....................Foster, OK ................$3,000 Duke Stoneman................Ponder, TX ................$3,000 Eric Strick ........................Shattuck, OK ............$3,000 Gary Allen........................Asher, OK..................$3,000 Jake Fillmore ....................Davidson, OK............$3,000 Jay Morgan ......................Duncan, OK ..............$3,000 Jerry Bailey ......................Pauls Valley, OK ........$3,000 Jerry Pack ........................Konawa, OK..............$3,000 Jim Rogers ......................Elk City, OK ..............$3,000 Joe Ragsdale ....................Lawton, OK ..............$3,000 Josh Burns ......................Hinton, OK................$3,000 Kelly Harper ....................Spiro, OK ..................$3,000 Kevin Blackburn ..............Durant, OK ..............$3,000 Larry Bishop ....................Woodward, OK ..........$3,000 Lee Frederick....................Sayre, OK ................$3,000 Matt Mardis......................Mangum, OK ............$3,000 Michael Marcellus ............Foster, OK ................$3,000 Paul Mays ........................Pawhuska, OK ..........$3,000 Perry McCance..................Berryville, AR............$3,000

Rance Doyal ....................Elk City, OK ..............$3,000 Randy White ....................Earlsboro, OK............$3,000 Ryan Victory ....................Chelsea, OK ..............$3,000 Rylan Ferbrache................Woodward, OK ..........$3,000 Steph Batson....................El Dorado, KS ..........$3,000 Steve Harrison..................Roff, OK....................$3,000 Ty Looper ........................Marlow, OK ..............$3,000 Tyler Ray..........................Marlow, OK ..............$3,000 Carter Gurrola ..................Ardmore, OK ............$2,000 Clay Sieber ......................Troup, TX ..................$2,000 Dakota Wing ....................Whitesboro, TX ..........$2,000 Hank Morse......................Ardmore, OK ............$2,000 Ray Black ........................Clarksville, AR ..........$2,000 Weston Podzemny ............Bridgeport, TX ..........$2,000 Austin Jackman ................Baldwin City, KS........$1,000 Blayne Klenk....................Bedias, TX ................$1,000 Boots Cowin ....................Fletcher, OK ..............$1,000 Christopher Dennis ..........Mustang, OK ............$1,000 Clay Shoop ......................Greeley, CO ..............$1,000 Cody Joe Heflin ................Claremore, OK ..........$1,000 Coleby Payne....................Kemp, TX ..................$1,000 Connor Hewitt ..................Gilmer, TX ................$1,000 Coy Brittain......................Rockwall, TX..............$1,000 Dylan Gordon ..................Comanche, OK ..........$1,000 Dylon Garcia ....................Bonham, TX ..............$1,000 Eric Thomason ..................Oklahoma City, OK ....$1,000 Garrison Nippert ..............Pawhuska, OK ..........$1,000 Jake Cooper Clay ..............Sapulpa, OK..............$1,000 Jeff Schieber ....................Newkirk, OK..............$1,000 Jeff Tivis ..........................Velma, OK ................$1,000 Jimmie Campbell ..............Bristow, OK ..............$1,000 Joe Matile ........................Satanta, KS ..............$1,000 John Graves......................Wellington, KS ..........$1,000 Kaden Roden ..................Duncan, OK ..............$1,000 Kayla Parker ....................Choctaw, OK ............$1,000 Keila Harmon ..................Mustang, OK ............$1,000 Lane Reeves ....................Wann, OK ................$1,000 Layne LaGasse ................Concordia, KS ..........$1,000 Max Vincent......................Dover, OK ................$1,000 Miles Baker......................Snyder, OK................$1,000 Nick Lauer ......................Buffalo, OK ..............$1,000 Robert Berndsen ..............Marlow, OK ..............$1,000 Scott Williams ..................Duncan, OK ..............$1,000 Stephanie Brister..............Alma, AR ..................$1,000 Terry Sutton ....................Velma, OK ................$1,000 Toby Presgrove ................Velma, OK ................$1,000 Tommy Davis ..................Madisonville, TX ........$1,000 Tyler Milligan....................Pawhuska, OK ..........$1,000 Will Allen ........................Purcell, OK ..............$1,000

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|from Asher, Oklahoma won the Average with a time of 33.00 seconds on four steers. They took home $3,992, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Josh Burns and Kent Thiessen were second place and the third place team was Kelly Harper and Jay Morgan. The team of Lynndel Walters and Lee Frederick won the Incentive Average, while Dennis Stuckey and David Trammell claimed first in the Century Bonus. The #11 Division was next on the agenda and the winning team was Curry and Robert Kirchner from Ames, Oklahoma. They were 35.73 seconds on four steers and earned $8,136, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Martin saddles. Second place was Jerry Bailey and Perry McCance and third place went to Casey Glenn and Steve Harrison. Dakota Wing from Whitesboro, Texas and Weston Podzemny from Brideport, Texas won the Incentive Average. The #10 Division champions were Kent Thiessen and Brodie Williams as they finished the roping with a time of 40.01 seconds on four steers. They won $7,590, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Larry Bishop from Woodward, Oklahoma and Rylan Ferbrache also of Woodward, with a time of 41.32 seconds on four and third place went to Stran Morris and Clay Casper. The incentive winners of the #10 Division were Garrett Elmore and Hank Morse. The final day of the Oklahoma Championships began with the #10 Gold Plus Division. Barry Kincaid from Lamont, Oklahoma and Paul Mays from Pawhuska, Oklahoma bested the field of ropers by catching four steers in 40.74 seconds. They won the Average and earned $5,600, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the

#13 Handicap Ty Looper (Marlow, OK) / Chris Young (Coleman, OK), 32.13 on 4, $4,654 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning

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roping was Dennis Southerland and L.T. Worley with a time of 41.99 seconds on four steers. Southerland and Worley also won the Incentive Average. They earned $6,410, trophy Gist buckles and $12,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. The team of Ken Silver and Zane Mozingo placed third in the main Average and second in the Incentive Average. For their efforts they won $4,960 along with $12,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. George Bunyard and Farren Carpenter won the Century Bonus. Tyler Ray from Marlow, Oklahoma and Brodie Williams from Velma, Oklahoma won the Average in the #9 Division. The completed the roping with a time of 38.49 seconds on four steers and earned $9,130, plus trophy Martin saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Jerry Pack from Konawa, Oklahoma and Daniel Chartney from Harrah, Oklahoma. The third place finish went to Taylor Lagasse and Blake Glenn. The team of Garrett Elmore from Springer, Oklahoma and Rance Doyle from Elk City, Oklahoma won the Incentive Average with a time of 28.92 seconds on three steers. The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. Cindy Brown from Junction City, Kansas and Steph Batson from El Dorado, Kansas were 33.00 seconds on three steers and won the Average. The win gave the team $4,930, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Dean Lewis and Michael Marcellus and they received $3,290, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist buckles. Third place was Chris Lyle and Joe Ragsdale with a time of 39.01 seconds on three steers. The pair earned $2,600, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

#12 Bob Freeman (Arnett, OK) / Tyrel Taton (Beaver, OK), 32.76 on 4, $3,898 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning

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#11 Curry Kirchner (Ames, OK) / Robert Kirchner (Ames, OK), 35.73 on 4, $8,136 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning

#10 Kent Thiessen (Elk City, OK) / Brodie Williams (Velma, OK), 40.01 on 4, $7,590 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning

#8 PickDraw Cindy Brown (Junction City, KS) / Steph Batson (El Dorado, KS), 33 on 3, $4,930 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning #9 Tyler Ray (Marlow, OK) / Brodie Williams (Velma, OK), 38.49 on 4, $9,130 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earning

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Nebraska

Championships

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$196,160 $130,163 $17,290 75.2%

#15 Handicap Andy Miller (Wellfleet, NE) / Tucker White (Hershey, NE), 57.06 on 4, $760 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

he Nebraska Championships is a historical USTRC event and has been on the USTRC Schedule for a long time. It is produced by Jeff Smith and his crew and takes place at the Custer County Fairgrounds in Broken Bow, Nebraska. The roping action took place July 19-21, 2013 The first roping was the #15 Division. First place in the Average went to Andy Miller from Wellfleet, Nebraska and Tucker White from Hersehey, Nebraska. They earned $760, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Kevin Kessler and J.W. Nelson. The third place team was Mark Wray and Jon Hackel. Monty Hurlburt from Arcadia, Nebraska and Mark Wray 88 / SEPTEMBER 2013

from Ord, Nebraska were the champions of the #13 Division. They finished the roping with a time of 53.99 seconds on four steers. The duo won $1,670, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was the team of John Archer and Wray. The third place team was Ben Schomp and Todd Hollenbeck. Kyle Dailey from Tryon, Nebraska and Warren Horner from Rose, Nebraska were the stars of the #12 Division. They finished first place in the Average with a time of 39.57 seconds on four steers. They took home $1,950, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Butchie Levell and Dustin Chohon. Third place went to

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#13 Handicap Monty Hurlburt (Arcadia, NE) / Mark Wray (Ord, NE), 53.99 on 4, $1,670 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

seconds on four steers. They won the Average and took home Monty Hurlburt and David Ruether. The Incentive champions $6,030, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC were Andy Knott and Andy Miller. Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Kalib Hinkle The second day of the Nebraska Championships began and Mark Wray with a time of 37.03 seconds on four steers. with the #12 Gold Plus Division. The team of Casey Flynn from Phil Finney and Pat Danehey won the Incentive Average Broken Bow, Nebraska and Delbert Smith from Ainsworth, Nebraska turned in a time of FLEX EARNINGS – Nebraska Championships – Broken Bow, NE 36.71 seconds on four steers From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) and won first place in the Average. Second place was Mark Wray ....................Ord, NE......................$11,000 Scott Milne ..................Oregon, MO ................$3,000 Gene Holm and Junior Myers. Kalib Hinkle ..................Broken Bow, KS............$9,000 Tim Murray ..................Wheaton, KS ................$3,000 Brian Koedam ..............Larchwood, IA ..............$7,000 Tim Neal ......................North Platte, NE ..........$3,000 The third place team was Kevin Gary Kueffer ................California, MO ..............$7,000 Tim Tyan ......................Wallace, NE..................$3,000 Kessler and Mark Wray. Mike Cody White ..................New Bloomfield, MO ....$6,000 Warren Horner ..............Rose, NE......................$3,000 Fay and Bailey Burress won the Junior Myers..................Wray, CO......................$6,000 Dustin Chohon ..............Oneill, NE ....................$2,000 Kyle Dailey ..................Tryon, NE ....................$6,000 J.W. Nelson ..................Lawton, IA ..................$2,000 Incentive Average. Nick Reynolds ..............Cuba, KS......................$6,000 John Archer ..................Wray, CO......................$2,000 Kyle Dailey and David David Ruether ..............Broken Bow, NE ..........$5,000 Kevin Rossenbach ........Anselmo, NE ................$2,000 Ruether won the #11 Division. Kevin Kessler ................Callaway, NE ................$5,000 Layne LaGasse..............Concordia, KS ..............$2,000 Andy Miller ..................Wellfleet, NE ................$4,000 Pat Danehey ................Bladen, NE ..................$2,000 They finished the roping in first Ben Schomp ................Hershey, NE..................$4,000 Phil Finney....................Anselmo, NE ................$2,000 place with a time of 33.51 Gene Holm ..................Wallace, NE..................$4,000 Andy Knott....................Thedford, NE ................$1,000 seconds on four steers. The win Greg Faehnrich..............Fairview, SD ................$4,000 Bill Eckroth ..................Mandan, ND ................$1,000 Monty Hurlburt ............Arcadia, NE ..................$4,000 Butchie Levell ..............Omaha, NE ..................$1,000 paid them $4880, trophy Taylor Rossenbach ........Ainsworth, NE ..............$4,000 Chase Paintin................Elsie, NE ......................$1,000 Cowboy Gold saddles and Tucker White ................Hershey, NE..................$4,000 Cody Rosenthal ............Ord, NE........................$1,000 $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Bailey Burress ..............Cody, NE ......................$3,000 Cooper White ................Hershey, NE..................$1,000 Bill Kennedy ................Bertrand, NE ................$3,000 Danny Fischer ..............Highmore, SD ..............$1,000 Second place in the Average was Brent VerSteeg ..............Hospers, IA ..................$3,000 DoAnn Holm ................Maywood, NE ..............$1,000 Justin Brown and Layne Carlos Estrada ..............Milford, NE ..................$3,000 Enoch McGill ................Konawa, OK ................$1,000 LaGasse with a time of 34.67 Casey Flynn ..................Broken Bow, NE ..........$3,000 Heath McDonald ..........Maywood, NE ..............$1,000 Cassie Holm..................Wallace, NE..................$3,000 J.R. Dack ......................Maywood, NE ..............$1,000 seconds on four steers. The Chuck Smedra ..............Ord, NE........................$3,000 Jay Lovitt ......................Mullen, NE ..................$1,000 third place finishers were Willy Cole Morehead..............Concordia, KS ..............$3,000 John Opela....................Stapleton, NE ..............$1,000 Hicks and Jay Lovitt. Bill Eckroth Dan Tobin ....................Pickering, MO ..............$3,000 Jon Hackel ....................Ord, NE........................$1,000 Darrell Hackel ..............Ord, NE........................$3,000 Justin Brown ................Junction City, KS ..........$1,000 and Cody Rosenthal from North Delbert Smith ..............Ainsworth, NE ..............$3,000 Lane Foster ..................Meadow, SD ................$1,000 Dakota and from Nebraska won Efren Estrada ................Bertrand, NE ................$3,000 Lester Cress ..................Brewster, KS ................$1,000 the Incentive Average. Jake Rice ......................Creston, IA ..................$3,000 Levi Walter....................Wray, CO......................$1,000 James Durbin ................Oxford, NE ..................$3,000 Mike Fay ......................Crookston, NE ..............$1,000 The final roping the day at Jeremy Schwager ..........Spalding, NE ................$3,000 Ryan Cox......................North Platte, NE ..........$1,000 the Nebraska Championships Lacey Baehler ..............Sharon Springs, KS ......$3,000 Ryan Johnston ..............Elk Point, SD................$1,000 was the #10 Division. Lacey Mike Fay ......................Crookston, NE ..............$3,000 Stephanie Miller ............New Market, IA ............$1,000 Patrick Potter ................Elwood, NE ..................$3,000 Todd Hollenbeck............Long Pine, NE ..............$1,000 Baehler from Sharon Springs, Roger Hinrichs ..............Little Rock, IA ..............$3,000 Willy Hicks....................Mullen, NE ..................$1,000 Kansas and Junior Myers from Russ Kucera ..................Central City, NE ............$3,000 Wray, Colorado completed the roping with a time of 36.97 SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 89

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of the roping. Cole Morehead from Concordia, Kansas and Nick Reynolds from Cuba, Kansas teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #10 Gold Plus. They were 40.41 seconds on four steers and won $3,160, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second was Greg Faehnrich and Brian Koedam. Third place went to Scott Milne and Jake Rice. Darrell Hackel and Russ Kucera won the Incentive Average. Cody White and Gary Kueffer partnered up in the #9 Division and finished with a time of 37.31 seconds on four steers. That time landed them in first place of the Average.

They won $7,800, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Tim Tyan and Kalib Hinkle. The third place team was Carlos Estrada and Efren Estrada. White and Kueffer won the Incentive Average. The last roping of the Nebraska Championships was the #8 Pick/Draw. Taylor Rossenbach and Jeremy Schwager won the Average with a time of 25.76 seconds on three steers. They took home $4,810, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tim Murray and Kalib Hinkle and third place went to Cassie Holm and Chuck Smedra.

#12 Kyle Dailey (Tryon, NE) / Warren Horner (Rose, NE), 39.57 on 4, $1,950 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #11 Kyle Dailey (Tryon, NE) / David Ruether (Broken Bow, NE), 33.51 on 4, $4,880 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Lacey Baehler (Sharon Springs, KS) / Junior Myers (Wray, CO), 36.97 on 4, $6,030 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#9 Cody White (New Bloomfield, MO) / Gary Kueffer (California, MO), 37.31 on 4, $7,800 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Taylor Rossenbach (Ainsworth, NE) / Jeremy Schwager (Spalding, NE), 25.76 on 3, $4,810 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Coushatta

Championships

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$190,080 $125,736 $14,725 73.9%

Open Riley Grisham (Kiln, MS) / Nick Kent (Grand Cane, LA), 37.04 on 4, $1,360

he rain came and so did the team ropers to the Coushatta Championships in Kinder, Louisiana. The event is a new event to the USTRC schedule and was held July 19-21, 2013 at the Coushatta Pavilion. Producers Steve and Sherry Judd welcomed team ropers from all over the area to enjoy some great team roping action. The first roping of the weekend was the Open Division. Riley Grisham from Kiln, Mississipi and Nick Kent from Grand Cane, Louisiana were the high call back to the short round. They finished the roping in first place and won $1,360 and ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour. Second place was Derrick Miller from Eunice, Louisiana and Wesley Moss from Paradise, Texas. 92 / SEPTEMBER 2013

Grisham and Kent also won the Incentive Average. Bo Litton from Pelican, Louisiana and Kelvin Rion from Reeves, Louisiana were the third call back in the #15 Division. They were 6.15 seconds in the short round and finished the roping with a time of 30.69 seconds on four steers. That secured them first place in the Average and they won $2,990, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average went to the high team back of Paul Hebert from Singer, Louisiana and DWain Rollins from Sieper, Louisian. The third place team was Brad Robertson and Lane Salley with a time of 31.49 seconds on five steers. In the #13 Division it was the second call back team that

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#15 Handicap Bo Litton (Pelican, LA) / Kelvin Rion (Reeves, LA), 30.69 on 4, $2,990 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

FLEX EARNINGS – Coushatta Championships – Kinder, LA From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Ropings)

roped their way into victory. Jake Brice from Coushatta, Louisiana and Tyler Hogan from Pelican, Louisiana were 8.11 seconds in the short round and finished the roping with a time of 30.88 seconds on four steers. They won the Average and took home $3,346, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Steve Hobbs from Dayton, Texas and Dustin Little from Sulfur, Louisiana. The third place team was Jordan Mary from Pleasant Hill, Louisiana and Kyle Salley from Belmont, Louisiana. The winners of the #12 Division came to the short round high team back. DWain Rollins from Sieper, Louisiana and Kevin Smith from Deridder, Louisiana teamed up to catch four steers in 29.84 seconds to win the Average. They won $4,130, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Roddy Dubois and Lance McFarland and third place went to Blaise Frey and Wesley Birdwell. Trenton Brown and

Mike Fryar........................Cleveland, TX ............$9,000 DeWayne Collier ..............Cleveland, TX ............$6,000 Chad Crisp ......................Clute, TX ..................$4,000 Clay McDaniel ..................Deville, LA ................$4,000 David Earl Johnson ..........Poplarville, MS ..........$4,000 D’Wain Rollins..................Sieper, LA ................$4,000 Harvey McDaniel ..............Deville, LA ................$4,000 J.P. Cantu ........................Banquete, TX ............$4,000 Jamie Holt........................Deville, LA ................$4,000 Justin Wright ....................Glenmora, LA............$4,000 Lance McFarland ..............Bell City, LA ..............$4,000 Wade Grogan ..................Alto, TX ....................$4,000 Will Fussell ......................Kirbyville, TX ............$4,000 Andy Alaniz ......................Alice, TX....................$3,000 B.J. Lopez ........................Robstown, TX ............$3,000 Bo Litton..........................Pelican, LA................$3,000 Brent Mosley ....................Batson, TX ................$3,000 Cary Hendricks ................Pollok, TX ..................$3,000 Chad Havens....................Orange, TX ................$3,000 Chad Robertson................Florien, LA ................$3,000 Christopher Rinn ..............Lake Charles, LA ......$3,000 Claude Lowery ................Wesson, MS ..............$3,000 E.R. Scogin ......................Frierson, LA ..............$3,000 Egan Harper ....................Lacamp, LA ..............$3,000 Gary Summers ................Cleveland, TX ............$3,000 Haylee Wolfford ................Kirbyville, TX ............$3,000 J.C. Montes ......................Zapata, TX ................$3,000 J.W. Atkinson ....................Tilden, TX ..................$3,000 Jacob Goolsby ..................Dayton, TX ................$3,000 Jake Brice ........................Coushatta, LA ..........$3,000 Jamie Gossett ..................Livingston, TX............$3,000 Jared Gipson ....................Port Barre, LA ..........$3,000 Jennifer Schexnaydre ........Geismar, LA ..............$3,000 Jeremy Smith ..................Ball LA ....................$3,000 Jessie Favors ....................Hull, TX ....................$3,000 Joe Garcia ........................Alice, TX....................$3,000 Joe Wayne Fox ..................George West, TX ........$3,000 Jordan Wisener ................Lufkin, TX..................$3,000 Joshua Torres ....................Bell City, LA ..............$3,000 Kelvin Rion ......................Reeves, LA................$3,000 Kevin Smith ....................Deridder, LA..............$3,000 Mason Pitts ......................Haughton, LA............$3,000 Noah Briley ......................Washington, LA ........$3,000 Pete Starkey ....................Independence, LA......$3,000

Peyton Ferguson ..............Coldspring, TX ..........$3,000 Rex Dorman ....................Henderson, TX ..........$3,000 Richard Allen....................Leesville, LA ............$3,000 Tony Reyes ......................Kingsville, TX ............$3,000 Tyler Hogan......................Pelican, LA................$3,000 Jacup Dixon......................Boyce, LA ................$2,000 Riley Grisham ..................Kiln, MS....................$2,000 Trenton Brown..................Pleasant Hill, LA........$2,000 A.J. Lopez ........................Corpus Christi, TX ......$1,000 Becky Cannizzaro ............Folsom, LA................$1,000 Blaise Frey ......................Iota, LA ....................$1,000 Brad Robertson ................Florien, LA ................$1,000 Briar Fontenot ..................Lake Charles, LA ......$1,000 Brody Bellett ....................Silsbee, TX ................$1,000 Charles Bullock ................Shepherd, TX ............$1,000 Cody Nes Smith................Glenmora, LA............$1,000 Colden Scarborough..........Diboll, TX ..................$1,000 Don Poe ..........................Leesville, LA ............$1,000 Jared Anderson ................Sulphur, LA ..............$1,000 Jeff Rayburn ....................Deville, LA ................$1,000 Jim Herring ......................Pineville, LA..............$1,000 Jordan Mary ....................Pleasant Hill, LA........$1,000 Kyle Salley ......................Belmont, LA..............$1,000 Lane Salley ......................Pleasant Hill, LA........$1,000 Logan Cook......................Alto, TX ....................$1,000 Lucas Dowden..................Hornbeck, LA ............$1,000 Mike Crisp........................Clute, TX ..................$1,000 Miles Carriere ..................Opelousas, LA ..........$1,000 Nathan Smith ..................Poplarville, MS ..........$1,000 Nick Kent ........................Grand Cane, LA ........$1,000 Paul Hebert ......................Singer, LA ................$1,000 Petey White ......................Denham Springs, LA....$1,000 Richard Tate......................Pineville, LA..............$1,000 Roddy Dubois ..................Kaplan, LA................$1,000 Roddy Dubois ..................Kaplan, LA................$1,000 Shannon McDaniel............Deville, LA ................$1,000 Steve Duhon ....................Jasper, TX ..................$1,000 Steve Hobbs ....................Dayton, TX ................$1,000 Trace Porter......................Leesville, LA ............$1,000 Travis Hobbs ....................Dayton, TX ................$1,000 Trey Soileau ....................Opelousas, LA ..........$1,000 Wesley Birdwell ................Marthaville, LA..........$1,000 Wesley Breland ................Richton, MS ..............$1,000

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Joshua Torres teamed up to win the Incentive Average. The #12 Gold Plus Division was the first roping of the second day of the Coushatta Championships. Tony Reyes from Kingsville, Texas partnered up with J.C. Montes from Zapata, Texas and qualified to the short round in the fourth high team back position. A run of 7.18 seconds on their short round steer secured first place in the Average for them with a time of 35.25 seconds on four steers. They won $2,360, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Joe Garcia and Andy Alaniz. E.R. Scogin and partner Lance McFarland finished third place in the Average. The Incentive champions out of the roping were Pete Starkey and Harvey McDaniel. In the #11 Division, Christopher Rinn from Lake Charles, Louisiana partnered up with Chad Robertson from Florien, Louisiana and the pair qualified to the short round in the high call back position. They were 7.76 seconds on the last steer to

#13 Handicap Jake Brice (Coushatta, LA) / Tyler Hogan (Pelican, LA), 30.88 on 4, $3,346 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

bring their total to 35.00 seconds on four steers. They won first place in the Average and won $4,516, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was the team of Shannon and Harvey McDaniel. The team of Roddy Dubois and Josh Torres finished in third place with a time of 37.98 seconds on four steers. A.J. Lopez from Corpus Christi, Texas and J.P. Cantu from Banquete, Texas won the Incentive Average. The second day of team roping came to a close with the #10 Division. Justin Wright from Glenmora, Louisiana and Jaime Holt from Deville, Louisiana were the second high team back and finished the day off with a run of 14.03 seconds. That run gave them a total of 41.80 seconds on four steers and first place in the Average. They took home $5,990, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Richard Allen from Leesville, Louisiana and Egan Harper from Lacamp,

#12 D'Wain Rollins (Sieper, LA) / Kevin Smith (Deridder, LA), 29.84 on 4, $4,130 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Christopher Rinn (Lake Charles, LA) / Chad Robertson (Florien, LA), 35 on 4, $4,516 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Louisiana with a time of 43.68 seconds on four steers. The third place team was Jeff Rayburn and Jim Herring. The team of wright and Holt also won the Incentive Average. Chad Havens from Orange, Texas and Jessie Favors III were the high team back in the #10 Gold Plus Division. They were 11.26 seconds on their last steer and finished the roping in first place with a time of 36.88 seconds on four steers. They won $3,114, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of DeWayne Collier and Mike Fryar both from Cleveland, Texas. They also won the Incentive Average. Third place was Steve Green from Hardin, Texas and Jeremy Smith from Ball, Louisiana. Haylee Wolfford from Kirbyville, Texas and Will Fussell also from Kirbyville were the seventh call back team to the short round of the #9 Division. They were 8.88 seconds on the final steer and won the Average with a time of 41.21

seconds. They earned $6,054, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Jordan Wisener from Lufkin, Texas and Cary Hendricks from Pollok, Texas finished in second place in the main Average. Third place in the Average was Wade Grogan and Logan Cook. Noah Briley and Jared Gipson won the Incentive Average. The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. The team of Wade Grogan from Alto, Texas and Peyton Ferguson from Cold Spring, Texas were third high team back and ultimately the champions of the roping. They were 37.96 seconds on three steers and won $2,480, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Clay McDaniel from Deville, Louisiana and Chad Crisp from Clute, Texas with a time of 39.75 seconds on three steers. They won $1,860, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Third place went to David Earl Johnson and Jennifer Schexnaydre.

#10 Justin Wright (Glenmora, LA) / Jamie Holt (Deville, LA), 41.8 on 4, $5,990 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Wade Grogan (Alto, TX) / Peyton Ferguson (Cold Spring, TX), 37.96 on 3, $2,480 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings #9 Haylee Wolfford (Kirbyville, TX) / Will Fussell (Kirbyville, TX), 41.21 on 4, $6,054 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Rim Country Classic

$22,500 $14,970 $2,595 78.1%

ain, rain and more rain. The Rim Country Classic kicked into gear at the Payson Event Center in Payson, Arizona on July 19. The weather was sketchy at best but none the less the team roping action got underway. Thomas Richards was the star of the Open Division. He finished in first and second in the main Average. Richards and hometown heeler T.J. Brown won the Average, while Richards and Jordan Olson from Surprise, Arizona finished in second place. Nathan Singletary and Frankie Martinez won the Incentive Average. 96 / SEPTEMBER 2013

Singletary then teamed up with Pat Gilbert Chischillie from Phoenix, Arizona to win the #15 Division. The pairing was 35.90 seconds on four steers and won $1,790, trophy Gist Knives and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Jamie Singletary and Reno Eddy with a time of 37.33 seconds on four steers. Daylan Frost and Jordan Olson won third place. The champions of the #13 Division were Bryce Garica from Tucson, Arizona and Steven Gaona with a time of 30.73 seconds. The pairing won $2,360, trophy Gist knives and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Jacob

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Lopez and Frankie Martinez. Third was Hal Earnhardt and Mike Clancy. Bill Jack Ewing and Jack Ewing both from Tonto Basin, Arizona were the victors in the #12 Division. They were 41.55 seconds on four steers and won $2,480, trophy Gist knives and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Bryce Garcia and Richard Lowe. Gary Kiehne and George Aros teamed up to finish in third place. Shelby Montano and

Reno Eddy won the Incentive Average. The second day of team roping greeted team ropers with some unusual torrential rainfall. The rain came down and the decision was made by producer Walt Eddy to reschedule the remainder of the event. At press time the details were not solidified as to when the team roping action for the Rim County Classic would resume. More details will come at a later time.

FLEX EARNINGS – Rim Country Classic – Payson, AZ From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Bryce Garcia ..................Tucson, AZ ..................$4,000 Nathan Singletary ..........Surprise, AZ ................$4,000 Bill Jack Ewing ..............Tonto Basin, AZ ..........$3,000 John Ewing ....................Tonto Basin, AZ ..........$3,000 Pat Gilbert Chischillie......Phoenix, AZ ................$3,000 Reno Eddy ....................Gallup, NM..................$3,000 Steven Gaona ................Winkelman, AZ ............$3,000 Frankie Martinez ............Tucson, AZ ..................$2,000 Freddie Chavez ..............Queen Creek, AZ..........$2,000 George Aros ..................Picacho, AZ ................$2,000 Hal Earnhardt ................Queen Creek, AZ..........$2,000 Shelby Montano ............Thoreau, NM ..............$2,000 Chance Whitworth ..........Casa Grande, AZ..........$1,000

Clint James ....................Payson, AZ ..................$1,000 Daylan Frost ..................Show Low, AZ ............$1,000 Gary Kiehne ..................Springerville, AZ ..........$1,000 Jacob Lopez ..................Tucson, AZ ..................$1,000 Jamie Singletary ............Surprise, AZ ................$1,000 Jordan Olson..................Surprise, AZ ................$1,000 Mike Clancy ..................Queen Creek, AZ..........$1,000 Monty James..................Payson, AZ ..................$1,000 Richard Lowe ................Tucson, AZ ..................$1,000 Salvador Flores ..............Buckeye, AZ ................$1,000 Steven Daniels ..............Parker, AZ ..................$1,000 Trevor Nowlin ................Casa Grande, AZ..........$1,000

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Utah

Championships $102,320 $69,013 $9,013 76.3%

Jared Udy and partner Jade Willis as they caught four steers in 34.27 seconds. Kera Washburn from Cedar City, Utah and Cody Burnside from Mesquite, Nevada teamed up to win the Average of the #13 Division. They finished the roping with a time of 32.90 seconds on four steers. The win gave them $2,884, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Matthew Pineda and Jace Nielsen and third place went to Clay Berry and Jace Nielsen. The team of Tamra and Nathan Dahl held on to win the Average of the #12 Gold Plus. They were 37.50 seconds on four steers and won $2,534, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in PHOTOS COURTESY OF HORSE TALES PHOTOGRAPHY

ummertime in Utah brings great weather. Team ropers headed to the Wasach County Events Complex in Heber City, Utah on July 20-21, 2013 for the Utah Championships. The event was produced by C&C Roping Productions and welcomed ropers from far and wide to compete for a wonderful payout and some excellent prizes. Dustin Bennett from Roosevelt, Utah and Jesse Nash from Vernal, Utah teamed up to win first place in the #15 Division. They were 30.86 seconds on four steers and won $1,596, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was the team of Riley Davis from Genola, Utah and Nash. Third place in the Average went to

#15 Handicap Dustin Bennett (Roosevelt, UT) / Jesse Nash (Vernal, UT), 30.86 on 4, $1,596 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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USTRC Flex Earnings. Second FLEX EARNINGS – Utah Championships – Heber City, UT place in the roping was Jason From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Peatross and Nathan Dahl and the third place team was Kailey Tamra Dahl........................Ogden, UT ................$10,000 Wyatt Inderman................Goldthwaite, TX ........$3,000 Freed and Brad Alexander. Rod Cal Buttars ......................Clarkston, UT ............$9,000 Clint Bullock ....................Morgan, UT ..............$2,000 D. A. Poll..........................Clinton, UT................$7,000 Jace Nielsen ....................Layton, UT ................$2,000 Maughan and John Koyle won John Koyle ......................Chubbuck, ID ............$7,000 Nate Taylor ......................Santaquin, UT ..........$2,000 the Incentive Average, while Tallen Bennett ..................Brookside, UT ..........$7,000 Willie Reid ......................Payson, UT................$2,000 Doug Sorenson and Merrill Todd Jones ......................Malad City, ID ..........$7,000 Bill Kennedy ....................Randolph, UT ............$1,000 Cody Burnside..................Mesquite, NV ............$6,000 Clay Berry........................Garland, UT ..............$1,000 Staheli won the century bonus. Dustin Bennett ................Roosevelt, UT............$6,000 Cliff Anderson ..................McKinnon, WY ..........$1,000 In the #12 Division the team Jesse Coon ......................Kamas, UT ................$6,000 Cooper Wade ....................Heber City, UT ..........$1,000 of Riley Davis and John Koyle Nathan Dahl ....................South Weber, UT........$6,000 Dave Washburn ................Cedar City, UT ..........$1,000 Rod Maughan ..................Hooper, UT................$6,000 Dustin Leavitt ..................Oakley, UT ................$1,000 finished in first place in the Jace Mitchell ....................Veyo, UT ..................$5,000 Dylan Maughan................Hooper, UT................$1,000 Average with a time of 32.53 Bob Caldwell....................Roosevelt, UT............$4,000 Jade Willis ........................Randolph, UT ............$1,000 seconds on four steers. They Brad Alexander ................Washington, UT ........$4,000 James Sullivan..................Spanish Fork, UT ......$1,000 Casey Penrod ..................Ogden, UT ................$4,000 Jared Udy ........................Smithfield, UT ..........$1,000 won $3,926, trophy Gist buckles Chad Evans......................Ogden, UT ................$4,000 Jasin Leavitt ....................Kamas, UT ................$1,000 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Jesse Nash ......................Vernal, UT ................$4,000 Jody Burnside ..................Mesquite, NV ............$1,000 Earnings. Second place in the Jim Guthrie ......................Inkom, ID ................$4,000 John Brimley ....................Payson, UT................$1,000 Riley Davis ......................Genola, UT................$4,000 Ky O'Berg ........................Ephraim, UT..............$1,000 Average was Willie Reid and Ky Clint John ........................Malad City, ID ..........$3,000 Matthew Pineda ..............Kamas, UT ................$1,000 OBerg and third place was Dave Jason Peatross ..................Roosevelt, UT............$3,000 Paul Freed........................Morgan, UT ..............$1,000 Washburn and Jody Burnside. Jeremy Godfrey ................Clarkston, UT ............$3,000 Rockey Wasson ................Evanston, WY ............$1,000 Kailey Freed ....................Morgan, UT ..............$3,000 Scott Hulme ....................Plymouth, UT............$1,000 James Sullivan and C.J. Rudd Kera Washburn ................Cedar City, UT ..........$3,000 Scott Sandberg ................Washington, UT ........$1,000 won the Incentive Average. Lee Bingham....................Heber City, UT ..........$3,000 Steve Campbell ................Eagle Mountain, UT ..$1,000 The #11 Division was next Matt Allred ......................Wallsburg, UT............$3,000 Steve Flint........................Salt Lake City, UT......$1,000 Matt Peterson ..................Morgan, UT ..............$3,000 T. R. Fields ......................Grantsville, UT ..........$1,000 on the agenda and Tallen Raymond DePalma ..........Bear River, WY ..........$3,000 Tim Ekstrom ....................Malad City, ID ..........$1,000 Bennett and Cody Burnside Ron Peatross ....................Roosevelt, UT............$3,000 Trevor Buttars ..................Riverside, UT ............$1,000 finished the roping with a Rusty Burnside ................Green River, WY ........$3,000 Tyler Stuart ......................Laketown, UT............$1,000 Rylan Wright ....................Heber, UT ................$3,000 time of 34.16 seconds on four steers. That gave them first place in the Average and $4,286, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex place in the Average of the #10 Division. The pairing turned Earnings. Second place went to Clinto Bullock and John in a time of 30.43 seconds on four steers and won $3,648, Brimley. Third place in the Average was Tallen Bennett and trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Jace Mitchell with a time of 38.69 seconds on four steers. Second place in the roping was Dylan Maughan and John Jasin Leavitt and Dustin Leavitt won the Incentive Average. Koyle. Rustyn and Rusty Burnside won the Incentive Average. Tallen Bennett and Jace Mitchell teamed up to win first Casey Penrod from Ogden, Utah partnered with Matt

#13 Handicap Kera Washburn (Cedar City, UT) / Cody Burnside (Mesquite, NV), 32.9 on 4, $2,884 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Peterson from Morgan, Utah to win first place in the #10 Gold Plus. They were 45.53 seconds on four steers and won $1,118, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to D.A. Poll and Jesse Coon. The third place team was Todd Jones and Cal Buttars. Poll and Coon won the Incentive Average. The winners of the #9 Division were Jeremy Godfrey and Cal Buttars. They were 45.43 seconds on four steers and won $2,406, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tamra Dahl and Chad Evans.

They also won the Incentive Average with a time of 36.38 seconds on three steers. Rockey Wasson and Steve Campbell finished third place in the Average. The conclusion of the Utah Championships came with the #8 Pick/Draw. The team of Clint John and Hector Sandoval won the Average of the roping with a time of 39.47 seconds on three steers. Second place in the Average was the team of Raymond DePalma and Matt Allred. The team of Wyatt Inderman and John Keller finished in third place of the Average.

#12 Riley Davis (Genola, UT) / John Koyle (Chubbuck, ID), 32.53 on 4, $3,926 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#11 Tallen Bennett (Brookside, UT) / Cody Burnside (Mesquite, NV), 34.16 on 4, $4,286 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#8 PickDraw Clint John (Malad City, ID) / Hector Sandoval (Delta, UT), 39.95 on 3, $1,780 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Jeremy Godfrey (Clarkston, UT) / Cal Buttars (Clarkston, UT), 45.43 on 4, $2,406 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Colorado

Championships $182,980 $118,549 $17,293 74.2%

Fillmore from Penrose, Colorado teamed up to win the #13 Division. They were 35.09 seconds on four steers and earned $1,520, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Corey and Steve Whinnery from Powderhorn, Colorado. Third place in the roping was Rick and Jimmi Jo Montera. The team of Kent Hall from Vinita, Oklahoma and Jimmi Jo Montera from Greeley, Colorado teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #12 Division. They were 36.81 seconds on four steers and won $2,210, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Rick Montera and Butch Whitten with a time of 39.23 seconds on PHOTOS COURTESY OF 3 LAZY J PHOTOS

ope the Rockies produced the Colorado Championships in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The event was July 26-28, 2013 and was held at the Norris-Penrose Events Center. The event began with the #15 Division. Clay Shoop from Greeley, Colorado and Jay McClain teamed up and the duo won the Average of the #15 Division with a time of 33.67 seconds on four steers. They received $910, trophy Gist bits, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the Average was Rick Montera from Greeley, Colorado and Josh Fillmore from Penrose, Colorado with a time of 39.34 seconds on four steers. Third place in the Average was Montera and Hank Bounds. Buford Neugebauer from La Junta, Colorado and Josh

#15 Handicap Clay Shoop (Greeley, CO) / Jay McClain (Scottsdale, AZ), 33.67 on 4, $910 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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FLEX EARNINGS – Colorado Championships – Colorado Springs, CO From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Jimmie Kahoe ..................Mutual, OK ..............$9,000 Clayt Cooper ....................Otis, CO....................$6,000 Craig Burns......................Akron, CO ................$6,000 Luis Gonzalez ..................Rifle, CO ..................$6,000 Willy Hicks ......................Mullen, NE................$6,000 Jimmi Jo Montera..............Greeley, CO ..............$5,000 Josh Fillmore ....................Penrose, CO ..............$5,000 Rick Montera....................Greeley, CO ..............$5,000 Steve Whinnery ................Powderhorn, CO ........$5,000 Clay Shoop ......................Greeley, CO ..............$4,000 Keirstyn Peitz....................Garden City, KS ........$4,000 Ken Silver ........................Warner, OK ..............$4,000 Kent Hall..........................Vinita, OK ................$4,000 Kevin Lair ........................Unionville, MO ..........$4,000 Rod Robinson ..................Newtown, MO ..........$4,000 Wyatt Inderman................Goldthwaite, TX ........$4,000 Zane Mozingo ..................Independence, KS......$4,000 Andrew Borrego ..............Leadville, CO ............$3,000 Bill Jenkins ......................Rocky Ford, CO ........$3,000 Billy Allen ........................Scott City, KS ............$3,000 Brad Smith ......................Stephenville, TX ........$3,000 Brenda Rippe Venter ........Monte Vista, CO ........$3,000 Britton Monday ................Ramona, OK ............$3,000 Bryce Hazen ....................Protection, KS ..........$3,000 Buford Neugebauer ..........La Junta, CO ............$3,000 Chase Paintin ..................Elsie, NE ..................$3,000 Dustin Hoffschneider ........Centennial, CO..........$3,000 Gerald Watson ..................Keenesburg, CO ........$3,000 Greg Cline........................Holly, CO ..................$3,000 J.C. York............................Greeley, CO ..............$3,000 J.J. Garcia ........................Manassa, CO ............$3,000 J. Shawn Barris ................Windsor, CO ..............$3,000 Jay McClain ......................Scottsdale, AZ ..........$3,000 Jill Taylor ..........................Manzanola, CO..........$3,000 Jim Miles..........................Brighton, CO ............$3,000 Jim Miller ........................Satanta, KS ..............$3,000 Jose Olivas ......................El Jebel , CO ............$3,000 Josh Spencer ....................Penrose, CO ..............$3,000 Kyle Taylor........................Manzanola, CO..........$3,000

four steers. Third place was Jeff Davis and Joaquin Huntington. Dusty Goes and Tyler McMinn won the Incentive Average. The second day of team roping action began with the #12 Gold Plus Division. Willy Hicks from Mullen, Nebraska and Jimmie Kahoe from Mutual, Oklahoma were the champions of the roping. They were 30.72 seconds on four steers and they took home $2,080, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Tammy Ellerman from Fort Lupton, Colorado and Brad Smith from Stephenville, Texas and third place was Wes Kahoe and Brad Smith. Hicks and Kahoe were also the Incentive champions. In the #11 Division the team of Chase Paintin from Elsie,

#13 Handicap Buford Neugebauer (La Junta, CO) / Josh Fillmore (Penrose, CO), 35.09 on 4, $1,520 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

Lane Baker ......................CO ..........................$3,000 Merrill Bond ....................Rocky Ford, CO ........$3,000 Scott Sheets ....................Brewster, KS ............$3,000 Tammy Ellerman ..............Fort Lupton, CO ........$3,000 Tee Wofford ......................Montrose, CO ............$3,000 Tom Rice..........................Walsenburg, CO ........$3,000 Wes Kahoe ......................Mutual, OK ..............$3,000 Dusty Goes ......................Durant, OK ..............$2,000 J.R. Rodriguez ..................Montrose, CO ............$2,000 Kurt Hall ..........................Rolla, KS ..................$2,000 Tyler McMinn....................Caddo Mills, TX..........$2,000 Brian Holm ......................Wallace, NE ..............$1,000 Butch Whitten ..................Cimarron, NM ..........$1,000 Cass Raine ......................Loma, CO ................$1,000 Charisse Nauyokas............Delta, CO..................$1,000 Chris Hogan ....................Brighton, CO ............$1,000 Colby Kennedy ................Des Moines, NM ........$1,000 Corey Whinnery ................Powderhorn, CO ........$1,000 Daren Wright....................Dodge City, KS..........$1,000 Dick Yates ........................Pueblo, CO ..............$1,000 Gene Holm ......................Wallace, NE ..............$1,000 Haley Peacock ..................Pueblo, CO ..............$1,000 Hank Bounds ..................Clifton, CO................$1,000 Jace Hildreth ....................Gunnison, CO............$1,000 Jeff Busby ........................Millsap, TX ................$1,000 Jeff Davis ........................La Plata, NM ............$1,000 Joaquin Huntington ..........Hesperus, CO ............$1,000 Joe Reynolds ....................Tribune, KS ..............$1,000 Jose Castillo ....................Garden City, KS ........$1,000 Kiana UechiWon ..............Aiea, HI ....................$1,000 Kori Hall ..........................Rolla, KS ..................$1,000 Lehmer Jeffers ..................Gladstone, NM ..........$1,000 Matt Weidner....................Farmington, NM ........$1,000 Payson Whinnery ..............Powderhorn, CO ........$1,000 Ralph Gallegos ................Questa, NM ..............$1,000 Richard Martin ................Alamosa, CO ............$1,000 T.J. McEnulty ....................Salida, CO ................$1,000 Tim Like ..........................Dumas, TX ................$1,000 Tyrell Reynolds ................Tribune, KS ..............$1,000

Nebraska and Dale Woodard from Canon City, Colorado finished the roping with a time of 31.08 on four steers. That time gave them first place in the Average and they won

#12 Kent Hall (Vinita, OK) / Jimmi Jo Montera (Greeley, CO), 36.81 on 4, $2,210 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#11 Chase Paintin (Elsie, NE) / Dale Woodard (Canon City, CO), 31.08 on 4, $4,220 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

$4,220, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Dick Yates from Pueblo, Colorado and Jeff Busby from Millsap, Texas finished in second place in the roping. Kori and Kurt Hall from Rolla, Kansas won third place. Daren Wright and Lane Larson won the Incentive Average. The final roping of the second day of the Colorado Championships was the #10 Division. Josh Spencer from Penrose, Colorado and J.J. Garcia from Manassa, Colorado teamed up to win first place in the Average. They won $5,860, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping was Wyatt Inderman from Goldthwaite, Texas and Steve Whinnery and third place was Charisse Nauyokas and JR Rodriguez. The Incentive winners were Inderman and Whinnery. Rod Robinson from Newtown, Missouri and Kevin Lair from Unionville, Missouri were the winners of the #10 Gold Plus. The were 39.76 seconds on four steers and won $3,210, trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Clayt Cooper and Craig Burns won the Incentive Average with a time of 30.81 seconds on three. They received $1,530, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Keirstyn Peitz from Garden City, Kansas and Jimmie Kahoe from Mutual, Oklahoma were the winners of the #9 Division. They were 40.19 seconds on four steers and won $7,570, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex

#10 Josh Spencer (Penrose, CO) / J.J. Garcia (Manassa, CO), 34.53 on 4, $5,860 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Earnings. Andrew Borrego and Lane Baker finished in second place in the Average. Jill and Kyle Taylor from Manzanola, Colorado won third. The team of Scott Sheets and Britton Monday won the Incentive Average. The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. Dustin Hoffschneider and J Shawn Barris finished first place in the Average with a time of 32.85 seconds on three steers. They won $4,040, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Luis Gonzalez from Rifle, Colorado and Tee Wofford from Montrose, Colorado and third place was Gonzalez and Jose Olivas.

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#9 Keirstyn Peitz (Garden City, KS) / Jimmie Kahoe (Mutual, OK), 40.19 on 4, $7,570 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Dustin Hoffschneider (Centennial, CO) / J. Shawn Barris (Windsor, CO), 32.85 on 3, $4,040 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Alabama

Championships $167,880 $110,702 $10,887 72.4%

labama is a great place to get in a little team roping action. Ed Allen and his crew produce the Alabama Championships at the W.O. Crawford/Garret Coliseum Arena in Montgomery, Alabama. The event was held July 26-28, 2013 and welcomed a slew of team ropers from 11 different states across the southeast . Travis Dorman from Dade City, Florida and Zak Richardson from Westville, Florida teamed up to win the Average of the Open Division with a time of 38.62 seconds on five steers. They won $1,120, and ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour. Second place in the Average was Kaston Peavy from Bay 106 / SEPTEMBER 2013

Minette, Alabama and Kyle Lawrence from Andalusia, Alabama. Third place was Brent Aldoff and Zak Richardson, while John Perrett and Ty Jones, both from Alabama won the Incentive Average. In the #15 Division Jacob Locke from Ponce De Leon, Florida teamed up with Zack Mabry from Piedmont, Alabama to win the Average. They were 27.04 seconds on four steers and earned $2,030, trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Michael Bratton and Cody Murphy and third place was John Perrett and Ty Jones. Tyler Hoagland from Harpersville, Alabama and Kaston

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Open Travis Dorman (Dade City, FL) / Zak Richardson (Westville, FL), 38.62 on 5, $1,120

Peavy were the winners of the #13 Division. They finished the They were 29.12 seconds on four and took home $4,610, roping with a time of 29.47 seconds on four steers. Hoagland trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. and Peavy won $3,470, trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in Second place went to Sonny Mooney and Zack Mabry both USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Rodney Nelson from Alabama. Third place was Rhonda Holmes from Sarasota, from Milton, Florida and Michael Bratton from Opelika, Florida and Zack Mabry. Rodney Worrell and Brent Worrell Alabama. Third place was Matt Riner from Williamson, finished first place in the Incentive Average. Georgia and Phillip Kelce from Calera, Alabama. The team of Dewey Moore from Saucier, Mississippi and Jeff Tyler Hoagland struck again in the #12 Division. The Peterman from Gulfport, Mississippi were the winners of the winners of the Average were Hoagland and Ed Allen from #10 Division. They were 34.29 seconds on four steers and Dadeville, Alabama. They were 32.78 seconds on four steers FLEX EARNINGS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Alabama Championships â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Montgomery, AL and won $3,360, trophy Gist From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Glenn Kelly ......................Hope Hull, AL ..........$9,000 Stuart Bigbee ..................Tuscumbia, AL ..........$3,000 Flex Earnings. TJ Allen teamed Matt Riner........................Williamson, GA..........$7,000 Taylor Fritz ......................Monticello, GA ..........$3,000 up with Cody Murphy to win Sonny Mooney..................Columbiana, AL ........$7,000 Taylor McIntosh ................Waverly, AL ..............$3,000 Tyler Hoagland ................Harpersville, AL ........$7,000 Terry Denard ....................Calera, AL ................$3,000 second in the Average. Third Burt Osborn ....................Prattville, AL ............$6,000 Tim Jarriel ........................Collins, GA ................$3,000 place was Sonny Mooney from Stuart Mitchell..................Rainsville, AL ............$6,000 Warren Casey ..................Hope Hull, AL ..........$3,000 Columbiana, Alabama and T.J. Allen ..........................Dadeville, AL ............$5,000 William Richardson ..........Waynesboro, MS........$3,000 Blair Kelley ......................Florence, AL..............$4,000 Clay Mitchell ....................Auburn, AL ..............$2,000 Murphy. The Incentive Brother Campbell ............Franklin, TN ..............$4,000 John Perrett......................Rutledge, AL ............$2,000 winners were Hoagland and Eddy Borden ....................Lineville, AL..............$4,000 Michael Bratton................Opelika, AL ..............$2,000 Melvin Freeman. Greg Williams ..................Perkinston, MS ..........$4,000 Phillip Kelce ....................Calera, AL ................$2,000 Jake Borden ....................Lineville, AL..............$4,000 Ty Jones ..........................Highland Home, AL ..$2,000 The team roping action Joey Carpenter..................Rutledge, AL ............$4,000 Blaine Bennetch ..............Dublin, TX ................$1,000 really heated up in the #12 Zack Mabry ......................Piedmont, AL ............$4,000 Brady Reid Dennis............Donalsonville, GA ......$1,000 Gold Plus Division. Blair Kelley Brian Royal ......................Marbury, AL ..............$3,000 Brent Worrell ....................Brewton, AL..............$1,000 Cody Murphy....................Greenville, AL ..........$3,000 Brittany Tirpak ..................Dunnellon, FL ..........$1,000 from Florence, Alabama and Colt Kelly ........................Monticello, GA ..........$3,000 Casey Jones......................Sanford, NC ..............$1,000 Mike Jones from Town Creek, Cord Spradley ..................Hoboken, GA ............$3,000 Chico Williams ..................Hollandale, MS..........$1,000 Alabama were the Average David Earl Johnson ..........Poplarville, MS ..........$3,000 Clay Phillips ....................Chunchula, AL ..........$1,000 Dewey Moore ..................Saucier, MS ..............$3,000 Dan Purdy ......................Flovilla, GA ..............$1,000 champions with a time of 33.36 Dolamite Boyett ..............Attapulgus, GA ..........$3,000 Daren Sims ......................Chipley, FL................$1,000 seconds on four steers. The win Donnie Brown ..................Lucedale, MS ............$3,000 Donnie Hix ......................Salem, AL ................$1,000 paid them $2,280, trophy Gist Dustin Reid ......................Piedmont, AL ............$3,000 Dustin Cunde Egusquiza ..Marianna, FL ............$1,000 Ed Allen ..........................Dadeville, AL ............$3,000 Giovanni Socorro ..............Homestead, FL..........$1,000 buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Fred Dobbs ......................Deatsville, AL............$3,000 Jay Holmes ......................Sarasota, FL..............$1,000 Flex Earnings. Second place in Jacob Locke......................Ponce De Leon, FL ....$3,000 Leon Welden ....................Pisgah, AL ................$1,000 the roping was Joey Carpenter Jared Humphry ................Waverly, AL ..............$3,000 Lukas Clayton Taylor ........Kinston, AL ..............$1,000 Jeff Peterman ..................Gulfport, MS ............$3,000 Melvin Freeman................Montgomery, AL ........$1,000 and Glenn Kelly and third was Jeff Trawick ......................Ft. Worth, TX..............$3,000 Morgan Holmes ................Sarasota, FL..............$1,000 Brother Campbell and Stuart Jeremy Horne ..................Opelika, AL ..............$3,000 Ran West..........................Alapaha, GA..............$1,000 Bigbee.. Johnny Graham and Joey Pilgrim ....................Perkinston, MS ..........$3,000 Rhonda Holmes................Sarasota, FL..............$1,000 John Crannell ..................Ardmore, TN ..............$3,000 Rodney Nelson ................Milton, FL ................$1,000 Billy Lam won the Incentive John Shockley ..................Madison, GA ............$3,000 Rodney Worrell ................Evergreen, AL ..........$1,000 Average and finished fourth in Johnny Graham ................Butler, AL ................$3,000 Rusty Wright ....................Plainville, GA ............$1,000 the main Average. Justin Ethridge..................Bowdon, GA..............$3,000 Scott Horton ....................Semmes, AL..............$1,000 Kaston Peavy....................Bay Minette, AL ........$3,000 T.J. Coleman ....................Shuqualak, MS..........$1,000 Matt Riner from Matt Jarriel ......................Collins, GA ................$3,000 Timothy Spiller ................Ariton, AL ................$1,000 Williamson, Georgia and Stuart Michael Crawley ..............Tallahassee, FL..........$3,000 Tommy Peterman..............Gulfport, MS ............$1,000 Mitchell from Rainsville, Mike Jones ......................Town Creek, AL ........$3,000 Zak Richardson ................Westville, FL ............$1,000 Nick Contestabile..............Laurel, MS ................$3,000 Alabama teamed up to win the Average of the #11 Division. SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 107

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they won $4,500, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Jeremy Horne and Glenn Kelly both from Alabama. Third place in the roping was Greg Williams and Tommy Peterman. T.J. Allen and Clay Mitchell teamed up to win first place in the Incentive Average. Greg Williams and Joey Pilgrim both from Perkinston, Mississippi teamed up to win first place in the Average of the #10 Gold Plus Division. They were 38.14 seconds on four steers to win $2,400, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the main Average was Warren Casey and Fred Dobbs. Terry Denard and Glenn Kelly finished in third place. Donnie Brown and David Earl Johnson won the Incentive Average. The winners of the #9 Division were Dustin Reid from

Piedmont, Alabama and Justin Ethridge from Bowdon, Georgia. They were 43.07seconds on four steers and took home $5,440, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place in the roping went to John Shockley and Cord Spradley, while third place went to TJ Coleman and Chico Williams. Jake and Eddy Borden from Lineville, Alabama were the Incentive champions. The final roping of the Alabama Championships was the #8 Pick/Draw. Brian Royal from Marbury, Alabama and Burt Osborne from Prattville, Alabama teamed up to win first place with a time of 26.67 seconds on three steers. They won $3,300, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Colt Kelly and Osborn. The third place team was Taylor Mcintosh and Jared Humphry.

#15 Handicap Jacob Locke (Ponce De Leon, FL) / Zack Mabry (Piedmont, AL), 27.04 on 4, $2,030 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#13 Handicap Tyler Hoagland (Harpersville, AL) / Kaston Peavy (Bay Minette, AL), 29.47 on 4, $3,470 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#12 Tyler Hoagland (Harpersville, AL) / Ed Allen (Dadeville, AL), 32.78 on 4, $3,360 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#11 Matt Riner (Williamson, GA) / Stuart Mitchell (Rainsville, AL), 29.12 on 4, $4,610 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Dewey Moore (Saucier, MS) / Jeff Peterman (Gulfport, MS), 34.29 on 4, $4,500 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Dustin Reid (Piedmont, AL) / Justin Ethridge (Bowdon, GA), 34.07 on 4, $5,440 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Brian Royal (Marbury, AL) / Burt Osborn (Prattville, AL), 26.67 on 3, $3,300 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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West-Ark Classic

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$254,280 $167,148 $14,685 71.5%

Open Quincy Kueckelhan (Bonham, TX) / Chris Young (Coleman, OK), 35.97 on 5

he West-Ark Classic took place in Ft. Smith, Arkansas at Harper Stadium/Kay Rogers Park. The roping began on July 26 and finished up on Sunday the 28. Denny and Lynn Flynn produced the three day event and it was one not to be missed. Thomas Smith from Barnsdall, Oklahoma teamed up with Tanner Ward from Wister, Oklahoma to win first place in the Open Division. They were 37.25 on five steers and won $1,118 plus ten points for the Priefert US Open Tour. Second place was Mackey Tully from Gentry, Arkansas and Cody Joe Heflin from Claremore, Oklahoma. Zachary Small and Heath Osborne won the Incentive Average. The #15 Division was next on the agenda and the winning team was Donnie Ward from Leflore, Oklahoma and Heath Osborne from McAlester, Oklahoma. They were 29.44 seconds on four steers and earned $2,756, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist bits. Second place was Jonas Gattis from Ratcliff, Arkansas and Heath Williams from 110 / SEPTEMBER 2013

Hartman, Arkansas and third place went to Tyler Milligan and Stitches Stanley. The #13 Division winners were Jonas Gattis and Eddie Cole. They caught four steers in 29.84 seconds. The feat gave them $3,320, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Rodney Sing from Branch, Arkansas and Casey Hicks from Sperry, Oklahoma. The third place finishers were Tyler Milligan and Chase McAlvain. The #12 Division winners were Caleb Sebo from Stillwater, Oklahoma and Bobby Pugh from Quinton, Oklahoma as they caught four steers in a time of 32.89 seconds. The win was worth $3,616, trophy Gist bits and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Don Smith from Hodgen, Oklahoma and Adam Brown from Beebe, Arkansas. The third place team was Rodney Sing and Toby Hogan and the incentive champions were Lee Ticknor and Michael Delaney. The #12 Gold Plus Division was the first roping of the

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#15 Handicap Donnie Ward (Leflore, OK) / Heath Osborne (Mcalester, OK), 29.44 on 4, $2,756 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

second day of team roping at the West-Ark Classic. When it was all said and done, the team of Butch LeMay from Collinsville, Oklahoma and Adam Brown won the Average with a time of 32.03 seconds on four steers. They took home $3,194, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Sonny Mahurin from Thayer, Kansas and Chase McAlvain from Tahlequah, Oklahoma were second place and the third place team was Jim Nenneley and Roy Cox. The team of Harve Reynolds and Bryan Ray Freeman won the Incentive Average. The next roping was the #11 Division. It continued the second day of competition and the winning team was Aaron Davis from Springdale, Arkansas and Codee Reynolds from Hindsville, Arkansas. They were 35.43 seconds on four steers and earned $5,468, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and Cowboy Gold saddles. Second place was Mike Cullum from Clinton, Arkansas and Ryan Lee Dirteater from Hulbert, Oklahoma and third place went to Tyler Shook and Clayton Beavers. The team of Fred Kreder and Hazen

FLEX EARNINGS – West-Ark Classic – Fort Smith, AR From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) Mike Cullum ....................Clinton, AR................$9,000 Payton Ferguson ..............Idabel, OK ................$6,000 Todd Culley ......................Muse, OK ..................$6,000 Adam Brown....................Beebe, AR ................$4,000 Anthony Trimble................Rose, OK ..................$4,000 Briar Teague ....................Rattan, OK ................$4,000 Don Smith ......................Hodgen, OK ..............$4,000 Hannah Springer ..............Lavaca, AR................$4,000 Heath Osborne ................McAlester, OK ............$4,000 Jonas Gattis ....................Ratcliff, AR ................$4,000 Aaron Davis ....................Springdale, AR ..........$3,000 Allen Haden ....................Bentonville, AR..........$3,000 Bobby Pugh ....................Quinton, OK ..............$3,000 Bryan Ray Freeman ..........Doniphan, MO ..........$3,000 Butch LeMay....................Collinsville, OK ..........$3,000 Caleb Sebo ......................Stillwater, OK ............$3,000 Codee Reynolds................Hindsville, AR............$3,000 Cody Tackett ....................Greenbrier, AR ..........$3,000 Darren Duvall ..................Quinton, OK ..............$3,000 Dave Wingo ....................Holdenville, OK..........$3,000 Donnie Ward ....................Leflore, OK................$3,000 Eddie Cole ......................Branch, AR................$3,000 Eddie Daggett..................Beggs, OK ................$3,000 Eric Bolding ....................McAlester, OK ............$3,000 Harve Reynolds ................Ellsinore, MO ............$3,000 Jack Wilburn ....................Belleville, AR ............$3,000 Jackson Sharrock ..............Broken Bow, OK ........$3,000 Jeff Trost ..........................Collinsville, OK ..........$3,000 Jesse Hale ........................Vinita, OK ................$3,000 Jim Nunneley ..................Caney, KS..................$3,000 Jimmy Peters....................Haskell, OK ..............$3,000 Joe Humble......................Coffeyville, KS ..........$3,000 Johanthan Hamby ............Tahlequah, OK ..........$3,000 Josh Farmer......................Pineville, MO ............$3,000 Keith Longacre ................Glenpool, OK ............$3,000 Kelby Huffaker ................Lincoln, AR................$3,000 Kenny Kirk ......................Pryor, OK ..................$3,000 Marc Coleman..................Muldrow, OK ............$3,000 Philip Teague....................Rattan, OK ................$3,000 Quinton Johnston..............Proctor, OK................$3,000 Roper O'Brien ..................Pineville, MO ............$3,000 Roy Cox ..........................Spiro, OK ..................$3,000 Sarah Coleman ................Muldrow, OK ............$3,000 Sonny Mahurin ................Thayer, KS ................$3,000 Steve Tripp ......................Indianola, OK ............$3,000 Toby Bean........................Bethel, OK ................$3,000

Travis Clark ......................Fayetteville, AR..........$3,000 Virgil Johnston..................Proctor, OK................$3,000 Bucky Pugh ....................Heavener, OK ............$2,000 Chase McAlvain................Tahlequah, OK ..........$2,000 Chris Young ......................Coleman, OK ............$2,000 Cody Camerer ..................Kiowa, OK ................$2,000 Darin Kirkes ....................Valliant, OK ..............$2,000 Fred Kreder......................Ochelata, OK ............$2,000 Rodney Sing ....................Branch, AR................$2,000 Tyler Milligan ..................Pawhuska, OK ..........$2,000 Audrey Hart ....................Sperry, OK ................$1,000 Brent Boevers ..................Mustang, OK ............$1,000 Brent Duvall ....................Hattieville, AR ..........$1,000 Buddy Kelly ....................Hodgen, OK ..............$1,000 Casey Hicks......................Sperry, OK ................$1,000 Chance Price....................Stilwell, OK ..............$1,000 Chance Thiessen ..............Elk City, OK ..............$1,000 Clayton Beavers ..............Dardanelle, AR ..........$1,000 Cole Roberson..................Bee Branch, AR ........$1,000 Danny Miller ....................Lawson, MO ..............$1,000 Dustin Farrow ..................Kiowa, OK ................$1,000 Fred Cary Jones ................Heavener, OK ............$1,000 Gary Howard....................Sallisaw, OK ..............$1,000 Hazen Bearpaw Herrera....Claremore, OK ..........$1,000 Ivan Thompson ................Greenwood, AR..........$1,000 Jeff Souza ........................Havana, AR ..............$1,000 Ken Bowen ......................Bentonville, AR..........$1,000 Kent Thiessen ..................Elk City, OK ..............$1,000 Kevin Hutchins ................Coweta, OK ..............$1,000 Larry Tysver......................Inola, OK ..................$1,000 Lauren Kirkes ..................Valliant, OK ..............$1,000 Lee Ticknor ......................Bennington, OK ........$1,000 Marty Russell ..................Spavinaw, OK............$1,000 Matt Howard....................Pocola, OK ................$1,000 Michael Delaney ..............Wynona, OK ..............$1,000 Nicholas Taylor..................Havana, AR ..............$1,000 Perry Smith......................Smithville, OK ..........$1,000 Riley Tucker Smith ............Beebe, AR ................$1,000 Scott Merritt ....................Salina, OK ................$1,000 Shayde Kreder..................Sperry, OK ................$1,000 Stitches Stanley................Wagoner, OK ............$1,000 Tanner Ward ....................Wister, OK ................$1,000 Toby Hogan......................Ozark, AR..................$1,000 Tyler Shook ......................Greenwood, AR..........$1,000 Zachary Tait Small ............Afton, OK ..................$1,000

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Bearpaw Herrera took home the Incentive win. The #10 Division champions were Mike Cullum and Cody Tackett as they finished the roping with a time of 33.96 seconds on four steers. They won $6,218, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Steer Commanderâ&#x20AC;? Dave Wingo and Philip Teague with a time of 37.09 seconds on four and third place went to Buddy Kelly and Fred Cary Jones. The Incentive winners of the #10 Division were Riley Tucker Smith and Cole Roberson. Jesse Hale from Vinita, Oklahoma and Todd Culley Muse, Oklahoma were the champions of the #10 Gold Plus. They were 36.36 seconds on four steers and won $3,784, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Don Smith and Culley, while third place went to Jeff Trost and Jack Wilburn. Sarah Coleman and Marc Coleman won the Incentive Average. Kelby Lane Huffaker fron Lincoln, Arkansas and Johnathan

Hamby from Tahlequah, Oklahoma won the Average in the #9 Division. They completed the roping with a time of 30.94 seconds on four steers and earned $8,732, plus trophy Cowboy Gold saddles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Eric Bolding and Steve Tripp and third place went to Darren Duvall and Jimmy Peters. Huffaker and Hamby also won the Incentive Average with a time of 23.81 seconds on three steers. The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. Roper O'Brien from Pineville, Missouri and Payton Ferguson from Idabel, Oklahoma were 26.58 seconds on three steers and won the Average. The win gave the team $5,572, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Joe Humble and Payton Ferguson and they received $3,110, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist buckles. Third place was Virgil Johnston and Quinton Johnston. n

#13 Handicap Jonas Gattis (Ratcliff, AR) / Eddie Cole (Branch, AR), 29.84 on 4, $3,320 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#12 Caleb Sebo (Stillwater, OK) / Bobby Pugh (Quinton, OK), 32.89 on 4, $3,616 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#11 Aaron Davis (Springdale, AR) / Codee Reynolds (Hindsville, AR), 35.43 on 4, $5,468 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Mike Cullum (Clinton, AR) / Cody Tackett (Greenbrier, AR), 33.96 on 4, $6,218 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#9 Kelby Lane Huffaker (Lincoln, AR) / Johnathan Hamby (Tahlequah, OK), 30.94 on 4, $8,732 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Roper O'Brien (Pineville, MO) / Payton Ferguson (Idabel, OK), 26.58 on 3, $5,572 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Dally for Dinosaurs

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ernal, Utah and the Western Fair Park is the host of the Dally for Dinosaurs. C&C Roping and Bill Cornia produced the annual event and the team roping action took place August 3-4, 2013. Pilot Logistics was a major supporter of Dally for Dinosaurs and C&C Roping appreciates their involvement. The #15 Division kicked the weekend off and the winning team was Dustin Bennett and Tyler Bach. They were 31.75 seconds on four steers and earned $1,558, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist buckles. Second and third place was split by the teams of Riley Davis and Tyler Bach and Jeff Busby and Shawn Darnall.

#15 Handicap Dustin Bennett (Roosevelt, UT) / Tyler Bach (Rhome, TX), 31.75 on 4, $1,558 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#13 Handicap Doug Guthrie (Pocatello, ID) / John Brimley (Payson, UT), 33.27 on 4, $3,200 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#12 Riley Davis (Genola, UT) / John Koyle (Chubbuck, ID), 38.07 on 4, $3,876 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

team was Dustin Raine and Jerry Brown and the Incentive The #13 Division winners were Doug Guthrie and John champions were Dusty Goes and Tyler McMinn. Brimley from Pocatello, Idaho and Payson, Utah. They caught Clay Crozier and Chad Evans from Neola, Utah and four steers in 33.27 seconds. The feat gave them $3,200, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second FLEX EARNINGS – Dally for Dinosaurs – Vernal, UT place was the team of Cory From Open thru #8 PickDraw (including Gold Plus Roping) McNeill and John Brimley. The Bill Kennedy ..............Randolph, UT ..............$10,000 Rick Myers ..................Steamboat Springs, CO ..$3,000 third place finishers were Riley Chad Evans ................Ogden, UT......................$9,000 Roy Lawson ................Vernal, UT ......................$3,000 Davis and John Brimley. Brian Brown ..............Silt, CO ..........................$8,000 Sam Taylor ..................Neola, UT ......................$3,000 The #12 Gold Plus Division Blaine Jensen..............Cleveland, UT ................$6,000 Sarah Larner ..............Steamboat Springs, CO ..$3,000 Bruce Barnes ..............Maybell, CO ..................$6,000 Taylour Latham ..........Neola, UT ......................$3,000 was next on the agenda. When Dan Haskins ..............Craig, CO ......................$6,000 Todd Jones ..................Malad City, ID ................$3,000 it was all said and done, the Gary Peterson ............Morgan, UT ....................$6,000 Cass Raine..................Loma, CO ......................$2,000 team of Russ Cook and Scott Jon Cannon ................Morgan, UT ....................$6,000 Lynette Satterfield ......Parachute, CO ................$2,000 Rod Maughan ............Hooper, UT ....................$6,000 Chad Craig ................Payson, UT ....................$1,000 Hulme won the Average with a Jeff Satterfield ............Parachute, CO ................$5,000 Denton Taylor ..............Craig, CO ......................$1,000 time of 39.01 seconds on four John Brimley ..............Payson, UT ....................$5,000 Dustin Raine ..............Loma, CO ......................$1,000 steers. They took home $1,996, Riley Davis ................Genola, UT ....................$5,000 Dusty Goes ................Durant, OK ....................$1,000 Tyler Bach ..................Rhome, TX......................$5,000 Dylan Maughan ..........Hooper, UT ....................$1,000 trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 Bill Cornia ..................Randolph, UT ................$4,000 Gene Holm ................Wallace, NE....................$1,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. C L Clay Crozier ................Neola, UT ......................$4,000 Greg Raine ................Loma, CO ......................$1,000 Oats and Jeff Busby were Dustin Bennett............Roosevelt, UT ................$4,000 James Sullivan ............Spanish Fork, UT ............$1,000 Evan Koster ................Gypsum, CO ..................$4,000 Jerry Brown ................Loma, CO ......................$1,000 second place. Third place in Jeff Busby ..................Millsap, TX......................$4,000 Jesse Nash ..................Vernal, UT ......................$1,000 the Average went to the team John Koyle ..................Chubbuck, ID ................$4,000 Jon Goza ....................Loma, CO ......................$1,000 of Bill Kennedy and Blaine Raymond DePalma......Bear River, WY................$4,000 Joshua Warren ............Silt, CO ..........................$1,000 Russ Cook ..................Magnolia, TX ..................$4,000 Justin Bastian..............Neola, UT ......................$1,000 Jensen. The pairing also won Scott Hulme................Plymouth, UT ................$4,000 Larry Irwen ................Delta, CO ......................$1,000 the Incentive Average. C.L. Oats ....................Slaton, TX ......................$3,000 Pam Taylor ..................Craig, CO ......................$1,000 The #12 Division winners Carl Gray ....................Eagle, CO ......................$3,000 Paul Buckner ..............Payson, UT ....................$1,000 Chad Peterson ............Morgan, UT ....................$3,000 Paul Freed ..................Morgan, UT ....................$1,000 were Riley Davis and John Cody Carnahan ..........Parachute, CO ................$3,000 Payson Whinnery ........Powderhorn, CO ............$1,000 Koyle as they caught four steers Cory McNeill ..............Vernal, UT ......................$3,000 Rusty Taylor ................Craig, CO ......................$1,000 in a time of 38.07 seconds. The Dale Shanholtzer ........Fruita, CO ......................$3,000 Shawn Darnall ............Deleon, TX......................$1,000 Doug Guthrie ..............Pocatello, ID ..................$3,000 Slade Witbeck ............Vernal, UT ......................$1,000 win was worth $3,876, trophy Jerry Jensen ................Blackfoot, ID ..................$3,000 Steve Whinnery ..........Powderhorn, CO ............$1,000 Gist buckles and $6,000 in Joyce Barnes ..............Maybell, CO ..................$3,000 Tyler McMinn ..............Caddo Mills, TX ..............$1,000 USTRC Flex Earnings. Second Ricardo Ruiz ..............Gypsum, CO ..................$3,000 place went to Russ Cook and John Brimley. The third place SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 115

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Ogden, Utah were the champions of the #11 Division. They caught four steers in 35.60 seconds to secure the title. Their efforts rewarded them $4,288, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Slade Witbeck of Vernal, Utah and John Koyle from Chubbock, Idaho The third place finishers were Cass Raine and Jeff Satterfield. Dylan Maughan and John Koyle won the Incentive Average. The final roping of the day at the Dally for Dinosaurs was the #10 Division. The champions were Bill Kennedy and Chad Peterson as they finished the roping with a time of 42.24 seconds on four steers. They won $4,280, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Denton Taylor and Jon Goza with a time of 43.72 seconds on four and third place went to Cass Raine and Greg Raine. The Incentive winners of the #10 Division were Bill Kennedy and Bill Cornia. The #10 Gold Plus Division kicked off Sunday at the Dally for Dinosaurs and the team of Rod Maughan and Chad Evans won the Average with a time of 44.26 seconds on four steers. They took home $2,040, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in

USTRC Flex Earnings. Dan Haskins and Bruce Barnes were second place and the third place team from Morgan, Utah was Jon Cannon and Gary Peterson. The team of Rod Maughan and Chad Evans also won the Incentive Average. Cody Carnahan and Jeff Satterfield won the Average in the #9 Division. They completed the roping with a time of 40.74 on four steers and earned $4,766, plus trophy Gist buckles, and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Brian Brown and Evan Koster and third place went to Pam and Rusty Taylor. The team of Brown and Koster also won the Incentive Average. The final roping of the weekend was the #8 Pick/Draw. Raymond DePalma and Joyce Barnes were 39.22 seconds on three steers and won the Average. The win gave the team $3,066, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place went to Brian Brown and Carl Gray and they received $2,044, plus $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and trophy Gist buckles. Third place was Dale Shanholtzer and Roy Lawson.

#11 Clay Crozier (Neola, UT) / Chad Evans (Ogden, UT), 35.6 on 4, $4,288 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#10 Bill Kennedy (Randolph, UT) / Chad Peterson (Morgan, UT), 42.24 on 4, $4,280 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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#9 Cody Carnahan (Parachute, CO) / Jeff Satterfield (Parachute, CO), 40.74 on 4, $4,766 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

#8 PickDraw Raymond DePalma (Bear River, WY) / Joyce Barnes (Maybell, CO), 39.22 on 3, $3,066 and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings

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Jr. Looper Champions

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Coushatta Championships to 12 7 to 9 Brett Grogan Landon Cook Hadley Dunnehoo Mattie Waite

Colorado Championships 10 to 12 7 to 9 Cort McBride Sage Bader Gianna Bartalo Tyrae Wagner

Oklahoma Championships 10 to 12 Tanner Beauchamp Chance Thiessen 7 to 9 Dave Morris Jayden Qualls 6 and Under Mattox Moyer Jaytin Harrell

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6 and Under Hoyt Darnell Jacelynn James

10 6 and Under Weston Starkey Cael Cantu

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Alabama Championships 10 to 12 7 to 9 Maddie Johnson Hannah Riner Wyatt Allen Luke Denney

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Eastern Regional Finals 10 to 12 7 to 9 6 and Under Wyatt Allen Luke Denny Emma Collins Colton Allen Jacob Coleman Colt Hilley

6 and Under Peyton Black Riley Riner

Nebraska Championships 10 to 12 7 to 9 Dillion Kahoe Marshal Miller Jentry Hurlburt Cauy Pratavier

Dally For Dinosaurs 10 to 12 7 to 9 Brayden Burnside Howdy Jackson Rilley Obera Ethan Hulme

6 and Under Tyce Calleroz Mattox Moyer

6 and Under Brylee Burnside Casen Crowther

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Southwest Regional Finals 10 to 12 7 to 9 Hayden Powell Rustin Baldwin Cowboy Porras Jaydon Qualls

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Utah Championships 10 to 12 7 to 9 Wyatt Delano Gage Pineda Bregten Burnside Dallie Bastian

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Riding Herd by Lee Pitts

Inferior Decorating

have a great eye for fashion and style and my wife thinks so too, even going so far as to call me FiFi. I think I would have made a great interior decorator if I only had a limp handshake and referred to everyone as “darling.” However, my wife does not share my good taste and creativity; where she sees a wagon wheel I might see a coffee table and where she sees only a shiny horse bit I see a toilet paper roll holder. My wife fails to appreciate the patina of ammunition boxes, old guns, ceramic cows, bull rider’s bells, spurs, square nails, chaps, reatas, broken saddle trees, prisonCR VSA made headstalls and canes made from the reproductive organ of bulls. Our different interpretations of style came to a head recently when I tried to sneak another old saddle into the house. “I thought I told you no more saddles,” my wife said forcibly.

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“But it’s only the sixth one. Besides, I thought you liked the Western look.” “I do, but I will not have my home looking like it was decorated by the Visalia Stock Saddle Company. There’s not a soft edge anywhere.” “That’s not so. What about all the Pendleton blankets? They are soft and they are made from wool, and wool is hot this year. Or any other year, for that matter.” “It’s way too masculine and I don’t like all the cowhides hanging from the barn wood on the walls. It’s bad enough I have to vacuum around all the saddles, I HOUSE PROOF the wallsCRX’D shouldn’tINhave to vacuum too. Not all our guests appreciate old things like you do.” “You should be grateful that I like old things,” I said, looking directly at her. “Very funny. It’s just that our home furnishings look like they are things you

picked up on Roadside Cleanup in the FFA 45 years ago.” “I know, isn’t it great?” “NO, it is not! I don’t like to feel like I’m camping out, sleeping in a tack room, living in a bunkhouse, or a Wells Fargo stagecoach.” “It could be a lot worse,” I reminded her. “Just think, if I was a farmer our guests would have to sit in old tractor seats. If I was a mechanic our walls would be covered with hubcaps, car parts and license plates.” “Did you forget that your entire office is covered with old license plates?” “Yes, but it’s just one wall and it complements the wall of barb wire quite nicely. Besides, you were complaining that I had too many bookcases filled with books.” “I merely said our books seem to all be written by Will James and J. Frank Dobie.” “I’m not like most interior decorators, I don’t buy my books, or my art, by the yard. I have way too much good taste for that.” “You’ve taken over every room in the house with your cowboy stuff.” “That’s not true. You still have the kitchen.” “Have you even been in the kitchen lately? We have wild rags hanging from branding irons for curtains, we eat off rodeo plates, the walls are covered with calendars from old saddleries and the napkin holder is an old stirrup. “Yes, that was an inspired touch. The repurposing of old things is all the rage in Paris right now.” “But who eats while looking at a bull’s head on the wall?” “I took that down, remember?” “No, it fell down. And the deer head is still up.” “Quit complaining, I gave you the whole yard for your junk.” “Are you kidding? There are two concrete cowboys, one horse, old bits and spurs, wagon parts and all the other overflow from the house. What do you think it says to any dinner guests we might have if a cement cow and a plastic cowboy welcomes them at our front door?” “I don’t know. That there’s a good chance we won’t be serving chicken for supper?” wwwLeePittsbooks.com

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On the Edge of Common Sense

by Baxter Black, DVM

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am married to a Starbucks fiend (sounds better than user or addict.) Any trip to town includes a quad vente latte four shots no foam. It is more important than the mail, the heart medicine, the bank deposit or pickin’ up the kids at day care! On extended trips we drive for miles at all hours of the day or night following her GPS in search of that green symbol, the one that looks like Medusa with radioactive tendrils flaming from her head. To be kind, it has a flavor of its own. It’s not for everybody but I do think it has driven fanatic users to more serious addictions like five-hour energy drinks,

Tabasco popsicles and cigars made of burning rubber! I was in a strange town on a Starbucks mission last week trying to remember if it were a Grande Uno Caffe Misto Leonardo or a dolce capasso nu latto Divinchi? The barista (the special name for Starbucks waiters that was derived from the character playing the one-eyed mushroom wearing scuba gear in the bar scene from Star Wars IV) took my order. He said he didn’t know cowboys drank Starbucks. I said, “We invented it!” As I explained it to him, it became

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The Sports Medicine Stable by Mark W. Duncan LAT, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer; Director, Shannon Sports Medicine, San Angelo, Texas

Let Me Tele You. . .

et Me Tele You… I still remember the first time I heard the old Tex Williams song, Don’t Telephone…Don’t Telegraph… Tell A Woman… I was riding with my grandparents across the plains of Oklahoma on one of those stifling hot summer days when that song happened to play on some remote AM radio station. I didn’t think that my dear old Grandpa would ever stop laughing but on the other hand I knew it was going to be quite some time before my Grandma was ever going to smile again. As I child I didn’t really know what the“tele” in the song meant, I just knew that the ride to Uncle Shorty’s house was going to be even longer and more uncomfortable than I had previously anticipated. Believe it or not the prefix “tele” (meaning distance or distant) suddenly found itself on the way to extinction. When you think about the progression in which the telegraph was replaced by

the telephone and the telephone has now been replaced by the cell phone, the only original avenue of “tele” that is left is of course, to “tell a woman”… That is, of course, until the recent introduction into the marketplace, of “TeleHealth/TeleMedicine”. Just like in last months article when I discussed the advances in communication in our relationship the same can be said of the advances in the communication process in the traditional doctor/patient relationship. Since the inception of this monthly installment one of the recurring themes that have been expressed by you the reader has been the desire for quality medical care in a very nontraditional setting. Years ago I wrote an article entitled, “Nomads Need Sports Medicine Too.” The premise was very basic. Team roping and rodeo is a very “nomadic” or “mobile” sport and cowboys and

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cowgirls are a very “nomadic” or “mobile” population. Be it out of convenience, necessity or a combination of the two the fact remains that our culture is more indicative of sitting in the cab of a truck or sitting in a saddle than sitting in a physician’s waiting room. For some, time is money, but for the vast majority of us time is even more valuable than money, because we are all in need of finding more of it so we can do those things that we enjoy doing most. Like roping!!! Complicate the equation with the realization that The Affordable Healthcare Act, or Obamacare as some choose to call it, will soon become a reality, and thE healthcare system that up until now has just been merely inconvenient will be fundamentally broken as well. Think about these facts for just a moment. Doctor’s offices are closed over 75% of the hours in a week, thus the average time to schedule an appointment is over three weeks. Once you finally get an appointment the average waiting room time is twentythree minutes, and it is only going to get longer as 20 to 40 million more Americans compete for care by 2014. The average office co-pay has recently doubled to almost $15 and could possibly triple in the next few months. Try expediting the process via the Emergency Room and your average bill exceeds $1,000! Now take a moment to let these facts soak in. Four out of five office visits could be better handled via the phone, and the top three reasons for emergency room visits can be more easily treated via the phone than in person. “Telehealth/Telemedicine” is not just a threat to the traditional healthcare delivery system, rather it is the future traditional health care delivery system

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for the United States and ultimately for the entire world. One of the reasons that the folks at USTRC have allowed me to have this valuable space each month is because my goal from the very beginning has always been to improve the quality of life for those who chose to read these words as well as their families. I know that many of you value my opinions and that those opinions can have a direct effect upon your lives and the lives of those you love. This is a responsibility that I do not take lightly; rather I treat it with a great deal of thought and some trepidation as well. That is why when I was originally introduced to the concept of “TeleHealth/TeleMedicine” I was cautious to say the least. You see, over the past few years I have been approached by multiple groups who were attempting to provide “TeleHealth/TeleMedicine” services to the roping and rodeo athlete but none of them have been able to meet my stringent demands. First and foremost I need a quality product with quality physicians who will be delivering quality services. Secondly, it must be a product with 24/7 access, be it by telephone, cell phone, computer or even a phone app because that is the way that we now communicate with each other. People have to understand that our lives are not defined by the traditional work setting, traditional work day or even the traditional work week. Finally it must be affordable, not just for the individual but for the individual family as well, because for most of us, although this is a family sport, at the end of the day our focus is really on our family. As I said, this “TeleHealth / TeleMedicine” scenario has been a focus of mine for quite some time. Since I am generally not a very focused person, it was no coincidence when my Pammy began to notice my somewhat unusually focused plight. I knew that I was looking for something, I just didn’t know who or what or where it was. So, one night after listening to my end of a three-hour telephone conversation on the “TeleTopic,” my sweet bride finally weighed in on the subject. She very simply said, “Marcus… What you need is a cowboy doc”. And in those few simple words I found the answer and the direction to the healthcare delivery

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Other Half

by Gracie Mae

Thoughts from a Team Roping Spouse © The Other Half / Thoughts of a Team Roping Spouse / Melinda Clements / Melinda@clements.net September 2013

Weak of Heart

have come to the conclusion team roping is not for the squeamish or weak of heart. You have to be tough, strong willed, rough and hard hitting to handle the sport at all. I’m not sure why we do it actually. First of all, it takes time. It consumes our every waking hour each and every day. Do you realize horses have to be ridden and kept in good shape? That takes some commitment. The practice is endless and goes on day after day after day after day. Who wants to spend their days like that? Well, duh, ask a roper! They go to work each day only to come home after work and then really go to work. Now that, my friends takes some commitment and gumption. Then there is taking care of the livestock. You think just anyone can toss hay bales and unload fifty pound sacks of feed for horses and cattle? Do you think it is easy moving all that stuff around? Men do it, women do it and good grief we are raising our kids to do it. We all have muscles, biceps and ribbed abdomens (not really, I just thought I would throw that in.) Regardless, it isn’t for the faint of heart if you cannot load and unload hay bales, feed sacks, saddles and all that other stuff that weighs more than you do. Next, there is the tedious task of learning to eat meals in a moment’s notice. They are rarely healthy and usually eaten on the run because, “We have to go rope.” Sometimes you are lucky to get a meal at all and ropers and their families have evolved and learned to live on fast food, a quick granola bar and a coke as they quickly cinch up their horse to go make the next run. All ropers have the endurance to drive millions of miles late at night or early in the morning to get to ropings

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miles from their homes. It is their home away from home so to speak and it doesn’t matter the distance, the town, the terrain or the road to get there. Who does that? I’d rather stay at home and make a short trip to the mall and shop. The offspring of these hearty and committed ropers have learned to study in a trailer, do lessons in a grandstand, go rope themselves and get back to the books without missing a lick and still make the academic list. They are, indeed, an adaptable group and can adjust to any situation be it eating, sleeping, traveling or whatever they come up with. They react accordingly and are flexible, compliant and pliable. They roll with the punches and they play, eat, sleep and live in the dirt of every arena all over the US of A! Ropers can fix trailers, change tires and become mechanics, veterinarians, and cooks all in a single bound. They repair saddles, barter for ropes, become an entry office if need be and doctor burned hands and fingers and crippled horses if need be. They are kind, irritable, irrational and logical all in the same second. Their wives have seen it all; the temper tantrums, the tears, the frustration, the joy and the agony that roping brings. We build up, we advise and tear down, we cry, we cuss, we laugh and we continue to film the runs, critique the roping and wonder why the heck we do this day after day after day. Ropers share and minister to each other, are the first to hit their knees to pray about a fellow ropers situation and give all they have and more if someone needs them or is struggling. They offer advice, never judge because they, too, have been there and done that and understand when it works or doesn’t.

They spend endless hours getting it right and more hours redoing it when it was wrong to begin with. Ropers love horses, kids, the sport and family is by far most important. They know without a doubt they could not do what they do if family wasn’t involved in some form or fashion. Roping isn’t for the squeamish or weak of heart. You have to be tough and take another breath when your best horse comes up crippled right before the biggest roping of the year and your partner says, “Here take mine!” You have to be tough to ride out of the arena knowing you just missed the steer for your son that would have won the go round. You have to be tough to see his disappointment. But he doesn’t blame you because he loves to rope with you and it is fun just because you are there. You have to be tough as you explain to your family why you are selling your best head horse for mega bucks even though he is part of the family because you know that check will pay off the bills and help you put up a new barn. You have to be tough as you watch mom wipe away tears, as the best pony of all is loaded into someone else’s trailer. Team roping is not for the weak of heart as you realize all the roping in the world is the best only if your family and friends do it too and you don’t want to do it if they aren’t with you and involved. Family makes it worthwhile and important and you realize overacting and jumping the gun and screaming at them is not the best way to keep them involved. They do it because they love you and want you to be happy and they reap every reward you reap and they struggle every struggle you struggle even if they never ever pick up a rope. Ropers find it hard to say I’m sorry and please help me but in their heart they appreciate all we do and the reasons behind the commitment. Roping is not for the squeamish because it takes all our commitment,

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our discipline, our faith and understanding and no ordinary person can even grasp what that means. It is the only sport in the world where you drag along family, live and exist in a trailer during the roping months and live day in and day out with cattle, horses, dogs, kids, and endless family. You drive miles on end, suck in dirt and chase around cattle that would rather be left alone. And for what and why? Shhhh! Don’t tell anyone but it is because it is family. It is the cowboy lifestyle and we are hanging on to it for dear life because we don’t want to lose it. It is because, despite our idiosyncrasies, differences and the challenge involved, we are a family, a culture, a group of people with likemindedness and commitment to a sport that fills our greatest needs. Those needs are love, fellowship, discipline, commitment, obligation, promise and the satisfaction of knowing we are doing what we do because we love it. We do it because with hard work we see progress and the rewards far outweigh the struggle. Don’t take on team roping if you are faint of heart. You have to be strong, committed and focused. It takes training, instruction and schooling. Nothing worthwhile is ever easy. It takes order and control. It takes the promise to yourself and others you will follow through. It isn’t just about you. Don’t take it on if you don’t have the desire to focus and become the best you can be. Don’t take it on if you are not willing to sacrifice for your partner, your kids and your family. What is the saying, “The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat?” Ropers deal with that every single day. If you can’t handle all that team roping is not your sport. If you are weak of heart find another sport because, “When the going gets tough the tough gets going!” That is what ropers do and they are a whole other breed of cats. Keep Ropin, Love Gracie

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m a lesson guy, especially at my age. I’m starting to run out of time for the trial and error method. I feel the need to go to a professional to get help with whatever hobby I have an interest in. If it’s roping you’re interested in, there are all kinds of qualified professionals in our sport who offer clinics. If you just want to stay at home, you can turn on your computer and get a lesson sitting on your couch. Whatever method you choose, either one is a wonderful option that can help you enjoy whatever you are interested in. During the year I get messages from people who have been to my roping schools. Some are sharing good news of victories, and I’m always thankful for that. It’s nice that someone is cordial enough to share a part of their victory with me. I feel that in reality, I had very little to do with it. All I did was share a plan that has worked for me. The rest is up to you. If you go home and sit on the couch and think about it, you’re probably not going to get much better. If you choose to go out to the arena, practice the new system and put the work in, you will be rewarded. Your rewards will be in direct proportion to your commitment. It’s like a diet book. You can buy it and read it, but if you don’t reduce your intake and increase your exercise, you won’t lose weight. This time of year, I get a lot of messages from kids. Some of the younger ones tried to qualify for the Little Britches Finals in Gallup, New Mexico. Some made it, some didn’t. Some tried to qualify for the High School National Finals in Wyoming. Some made it, some didn’t. One kid who sent me a letter had worked really hard all year, qualified for Nationals, but failed miserably and was devastated! Well, guess what? So was I because when I was 17 I made it to the High School National Finals as well, and did terribly. And you know what? I didn’t die! It didn’t

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kill me. I learned from my experiences and got better. Suck it up! What doesn’t destroy you will make you stronger. It’s a part of living in a competitive world. No one wins all the time. Losing is part of the process, but you have to compete on a big stage to learn where your strengths are, along with your weaknesses. Remember, you’re trying to achieve something great and there is a very small window to achieve it. Learn from your defeats and keep attacking. Also, be respectful in defeat. You don’t have to like it, but be gracious. A great thing to say about someone who is winning the things you desire is, “good for them.” In Pro Rodeo you can always tell the people who have class, because when you’re winning and they’re not, they are always very complimentary and happy for your success. The little thinkers make little comments about the slow steer you drew or the lucky break you got. Don’t do that. Have class even when you didn’t achieve what you set out to do. Your time is coming. We are all on a different time frame, but if you put in the work and keep a good attitude about yourself and others, it is inevitable that you will get your just reward. It’s just like in farming. You cultivate a plot of ground, you fertilize the ground, and you plant seeds of corn. If you water the seeds and do what is necessary, the corn will grow. It’s inevitable. A person never knows when their time in the sun will come, but know it’s coming. The only time you ever truly lose is when you quit. The key is to get up, and keep getting up. Remember this quote; It is impossible to live without failing at something. Unless you live so cautiously that you might as well not have lived at all... in which case, you fail by default! Until Next month, Thanks for your time,

Walt Woodard

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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

Rope at 5:00 p.m. Dates: April 6, June 22, July 13, September 21, October 19, December 7 #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 or 2014 USTRC Membership Required. *Must have attended 5 out of the 9 regular ropings in the series to attend Finals.

Info and Directions Call: Osburn Arena 607/368-9896 email: osburnarena@aol.com

TRIAD numbers only

2013 or 2014 USTRC Membership Required. For more information: Bowlegs 229/317-3862 Todd Harris 478/447-5310 TRIAD numbers only

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Heavenly Acres Covered Arena and Restaurant September 28, 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 or 2014 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 September 21, 2013 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 or 2014 USTRC Membership Required.

TRIAD numbers only

UPCOMING EVENTS Eleven Bar East 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 Tommyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Trail, Forsyth, GA

Green County Ag. Center Greensboro, GA

Sanford, NC Friday, September 27, 2013 Books Open 5:00 p.m. Rope 6:00 p.m. 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.

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

#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 North Carolina Championships Saturday and Sunday, September 28-29, 2013 (see the ad in the USTRC section for more details)

2013 or 2014 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

For More Info and Directions: John Johnson 423/340-0640 or Chad Shepherd 813/477-4740 Negative Coggins required 2013 or 2014 USTRC Membership Required. TRIAD numbers only

April 13, May 18, June 29, More Dates TBA

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O CTOB ER 12 & 13, 20 13

A LUBRISYN BIG TICKET/NTRL REGIONAL ROPING

NO AGE LIMIT IN ANY ROPING! NO CAPS IN #13, #12, #11! HIGH POINT ROPER OF THE #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 LUBRISYN BIG TICKET/NTRL ROPINGS WILL RECEIVE A PRIEFERT CHUTE USTRC REGIONAL SHOOT-OUTS TO AVERAGE WINNERS OF ALL ROPINGS NTRL SHOOT-OUTS TO 1ST—10TH 75% PAYBACK IN ALL BIG TICKET/NTRL ROPINGS

Books open 7:30 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m. #13 Warm up #13 Lubrisyn Big Ticket/NTRL Roping #12 Warm up #12 Lubrisyn Big Ticket/NTRL Roping #11 Warm up #11 Lubrisyn Big Ticket/NTRL Roping

Roping Detais

Books open 7:30 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m. #10 Warm up #10 Lubrisyn Big Ticket/NTRL Roping #9 Warm up #9 Lubrisyn Big Ticket/NTRL Roping #8 Bonus Roping

Prizes: #8

Heel-O-Matic to High Point Roper Warm Up Handicap Ropings: 1st-5th Maynard Buckles 6th-15th Equibrand Products Enter1/Draw 1 for $120. Enter 2 times. 3-head, progressive after one. Lubrisyn Big Ticket/NTRL Ropings: $75/roper. Enter 3 times. Drawpot option available. 4-head, progressive after one. 75% PAYBACK! More Info: No age limits in any ropings! No caps in the #13, #12, or #11. #10 capped at Elite #6. #9 capped at Elite #5. #8 Bonus Roping: 2013 or 2014 Capped at Elite #4. Pick 1/Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $180/roper. Can do this 4 times for a total of USTRC membership required 12 entries. No Age Limit TRIAD Numbers Only

General Info: Cash or Credit card only for entries. 3% will be added to all credit card fees. Current Memberships may be purchased at this event. JX2 Productions has the right to make any and all necessary changes. Hotels: Hyatt Place 615.771.8900; Days Inn 615.790.1140; Ramada Unlimited 615.791.4004 Stalls: $50 for the weekend. $25 per night. Call Terry Key for Stall & RV Reservations 854.256.1836 Directions: Ag Expo Park, 4215 Long Lane - Take I-65 to exit #61, turn east on Peytonsville Road, then left on Long Lane.

FMI: John Johnson 423.340.0640 • Pam Smith 423.575.2295 • www.jx2events.com

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ROPE, HAVE FUN AND SUPPORT THE FUTURE OF OUR YOUTH!

2ND ANNUAL ROPE FOR THE FUTURE

CCA a great place to send your kids for a challenging christian education

Fundraiser for Calvary Chapel Academy • Belen, New Mexico November 2 - 3, 2013 6 saddles 18 Horsemen’s Arena, b u ck l e s 6 t r o p h ie s Belen, New Mexico Buckles to Average Winners of all

Saturday, November 3 Enter 8:30 a.m. • Rope 9:30 a.m. #6 $40/roper, enter 6x pick or draw, capped at a #4 #10 Handicap - NO CAP $50/roper, enter 6x, pick or draw, Books close at short round of #6

1-Header $20/roper, enter up capped at an Elite #4 Books close at short round of #10

#8 Handicap $50/roper, enter 6x, pick or draw, capped at a #5 Books close at start of 1-header

#9 Handicap $50/roper, enter 6x, pick or draw, capped at an Elite #5 Books Close at short round of #8 TRIAD Numbers Only If bad weather, roping will be rescheduled. Concession on grounds NO ALCOHOL PLEASE

For roping information call John English 505.239.7617

Buckles To Average Ropings Winners In Eachto Roping Saddles High Money Header and Heeler day Winners Saddles To Higheach Money All Ropingsto3Reserve Steer Progressive on Trophies High Money 1 Winners of the Weekend: CASH ONLY—NO CHECKS NO •#2 & under TABS •#3 1/3 Stock Charge ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT CAL•#4 or Elite #4 VARY CHAPEL ACADEMY BELEN •#5 or Elite #5MEXICO NEW If Bad Weather •#6 or Elite #6 Roping will be Rescheduled •#7 & Over Concession on Grounds Alcohol AllNo ropings arePlease 3-steer, progressive on 1 CASH ONLY – For NO Info CHECKS, John English NO 505-239TABS 7617 1/3 stock charge PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY BELEN, NEW MEXICO

Sunday, November 4 CHURCH SERVICE 8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Enter 8:30 a.m. • Rope 9:30 a.m. #15 - $50/roper, enter 6x

#13 - $50/roper, enter 6x Books close at short round of #15

Open 1-header $30/roper, enter up Books close at short round of #13

#12 Slide $50/roper, enter 6x Books close at start of Open Handicaps: #12 - 0 sec. off #11 - 1 sec. off #10 - 2 sec. off #9 & under - 3 sec. off #13 - +1 sec. #14 - +2 sec. #15 - +3 sec. #16 & over - + 4 sec.

For information on Calvary Chapel Academy visit ccabelen.us or call Headmaster Shaun Gibson 505.864.6611 For information on Calvary Chapel Rio Grande Valley visit info@ccrgv.com or call 505.864.6611

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Carthage, MO September 28-29, 2013

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28 $500 Bonus to High Money Winner of Open, #15, #13 & #12 (Must rope in 2 of the ropings) 20% Stock Charge Books open 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Open with #15 Incentive

4 for $200/team May enter 2 times

#15 $200/team 4-head, progressive on 1 May enter 2 times

SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29

ROPE FOR THE CASH

Books open 8:00 - 9:30 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m. 30% Stock Charge 10 pt. Pick/ Draw Capped at #6 with 8 pt. Incentive Pick 1/draw 2 or draw all 3 for $150 May enter 4 times Buckles to the Average Winners Buckles to Incentive Winners $1,000 Bonus to High Point #6 $1,000 Bonus to High Point #5 $1,000 Bonus to High Point #4 or Below

#13 (will not start before noon) $200/team 4-head, progressive on 1 May enter 2 times

#12 $200/team 4-head, progressive on 1 May enter 2 times

#8 Warm Up Roping

Books close at 5:30, rope at 6 p.m. 8 pt. Pick /Draw Capped at an Elite #4 Pick 1/draw 2 or draw all 3 for $120 May enter 2 times 3-head, progressive on 1 Buckles to the Average Winners

Points to Top 20 in 10 pt. Average

Stalls and RV hookups are available. TRIAD numbers only 2013 or 2014 USTRC membership required. 2014 memberships can be purchased on site. Produced by Matt Freeman/Lucky J Arena 417/437-7041

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ηϭϬ - ŶƚĞƌ ϯ dŝŵĞƐ - ΨϭϱϬͬZŽƉĞƌ - WŝĐŬ ϭ ƌĂǁ ϭ Žƌ ƌĂǁ Ϯ ηϵ - ŶƚĞƌ ϯ dŝŵĞƐ - ΨϭϱϬͬZŽƉĞƌ - WŝĐŬ ϭ ƌĂǁ ϭ Žƌ ƌĂǁ Ϯ ηϴ - ŶƚĞƌ ϯ dŝŵĞƐ - ΨϭϱϬͬZŽƉĞƌ - WŝĐŬ ϭ ƌĂǁ ϭ Žƌ ƌĂǁ Ϯ Fo or M Mo ore or re Inf nfformatio ation n southernoutlawproductions@gmail.com DJ Smith 717-443-1629 -- Jodi Smith 9400 550-8200 All ropings are progressive afte ter 1! All # ropings are 4 head! 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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Philipp Ranch presents

5 Anniversary Tour th

SEPTEMBER 28-29, 2013 EDNA, TEXAS BRACKENRIDGE COMPLEX

SUPER 5 ROPING IN THE OPEN 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!