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Lasso del Norte

Open - Trevor Brazile (Decatur, TX) / Patrick A. Smith (Lipan, TX), 37.06 on 5, $3,612

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as Vegas, New Mexico is the home of the Lasso Del Norte and The Santa Fe Trail Events Center is the perfect location for the annual event. The USTRC team roping event is produced by Kenny and Marsha Zamora and took place June 23-26, 2011. PRCA World Champion team ropers Trevor Brazile and Patrick Smith teamed up to win the Average of the Open Division. They were 37.06 seconds on five steers and won $3,612 and ten points for the US Open Tour. Second place went to Chad Masters

and Travis Graves and third place was Aaron Tsinigine and Rudy Yazzie. J.C. Archuleta and Roy Montoya both from New Mexico won the Incentive Average and fourth in the main Average. Cullen Teller from Maricopa, Arizona was the stand out heeler in the #15 Division. He finished first and second in the main Average. Teller and Chase Massengill from Santa Fe, New Mexico won the Average with a time of 37.12 second on five steers. They earned $1,904, trophy leather rope bags and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second was Chance Kiehne and Teller and third place went to Dick Lenard and Todd Wilson. Colorado emerged on top in the #13 Division. Trice Watts from Eads and Trevor Kirchenschlager from Yuma won the Average. They were 38.65 seconds on five steers and earned $3,118, trophy leather rope bags and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Dick Lenard and Justin Price and third place went to Clay Smith from Portales, New Mexico and Jonathan Torres from Florida. The hometown team of Adam Esquibel and Brandon Baca were the number one team of the #12 Division. They were 32.19 seconds on four steers and won $3,380, trophy leather rope bags and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was the team of Rick Jump and Randy Sanchez. Third place was the youngsters Cody Mirabal and Trey Yates. Bill Rasberry and Terry Leatherwood won the Incentive Average and fifth in the main Average. The third day of roping competition at the Lasso Del Norte began with the #12 Gold Plus Division. The team of Lance Crist from Texas teamed up with Scott Morlan from Colorado to win the Average. They were 30.42 seconds on four steers

and claimed $2,512, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Tina Godfrey and Nick Sciacca and third place was Godfrey and Morlan. The team of Vincente Guerrero and Cavin Jacobs won the Incentive while Carlos Ortiz and Brian Potter won the Century Bonus. Jesse Rogers from Bloomfield, New Mexico and Brandon Baca form Las Vegas, New Mexico teamed up to win the Average of the #11 Division. They finished the roping with a time of 32.59 seconds and won $3,694, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Nicole Sweazea and Brandon Baca and third place was Russ Long and Rudy Benavidez. The Incentive win went to Fernando Gonzales and Kyon Kreutzer. Oklahoma and Colorado teamed up to win the Average of the #10. Johnnie Dougherty and Joaquin Huntington were first place with a time of 37.03 seconds on four. They won $4,498, trophy Martin saddles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Julie Gibson and Kyle Encinias and third place was Dallas Kiker and Carl Sweazea. Juan Carpio and Bill Brunelli won the Incentive Average. Carpio carried his winning ways into the #9 Division as he and Gerardo Villalba won the Incentive Average and the main Average. They were 36.10 second on four steers. The wins landed them $6,284, trophy Martin saddles, trophy Gist buckles and $12,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second place was Dallas Kiker and Rick Sinclair and third place was Emmanuel Lucero and Clinton Bilbrey. Villalba then went into the #8 Pick/Draw ready for anything. He teamed up with Erasmo Ochoa and the duo won the continued on page 2

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Competitorial Rodeo and Collective Bargaining ith the recent lockout in the NFL and NBA filling sports headlines, I thought it was kind of ironic that I was contacted this past month by a group calling themselves the “Cowboy Alliance Union.” Their intent was to solicit my support for their effort in establishing a union for rodeo cowboys, ropers and barrel racers, with their stated goal being to provide these groups with collective bargaining power. From the getgo, they were at a disadvantage, and before it was over, I’m pretty sure Mr. Hutchinson wished it was a call he had not made. He began by pointing to recent events in the NFL as evidence that a wellorganized group with effective leadership would be able to alter the “status quo” of thousands of rodeo and roping competitors currently operating as private contractors. His position was that for a sport to sustain effective growth over the long term unionization of its players was essential. He, of course, pointed to the NFL, NBA, MLB and the NHL as examples. This, of course, is absolutely untrue and I challenged his facts by pointing to the success of NASCAR drivers, who are about the best example of private contractors that I can think of… and what about professional golfers? There is no organized union for golfers, and they seem to be doing pretty well. Those were

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“exceptions” that he conveniently ignored. The real questions are, “Why? Why is there a need for a union? What would a union provide that would make it necessary?” Of course the list he presented was long, mostly filled with esoteric kinds of benefits that had no real value at all. One of the items that might have real value was the ability of the union to be able to purchase health/accident insurance at a group rate. This immediately begs the question… Who is going to pay for it? He indicated that there would be a fee associated with becoming a member of the CAU, along with other fees that would be collected along the way. When questioned further about these “fees” the explanation got a little cloudy, but leaned toward collecting fees form event producers. At this point it seemed fairly obvious to me that he was either completely crazy or excessively ignorant about the faction of people he hoped to represent. First, I had to challenge him on his ability to get rodeo contestants, ropers or barrel racers, to cough up a membership fee to join. Obviously he didn’t know very many people in this group and the monumental task he faced in trying to pry any amount of cash out of their pocket. And producer fees… not a chance. This made even less sense when he explained that one of the other benefits of union membership would

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Average. They were 27.43 seconds on three steers and won first place. They took home $3,318, trophy Gist buckles and $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. Second was Steve Chavez and Jose Coronado and third was Jorge Diaz and Frank Fisher.

2011 Lasso Del Norte Open Average 1. Trevor Brazile (Decatur, TX) / Patrick A Smith (Lipan, TX), 37.06 on 5, $3,612; 2. Chad W

Masters (Clarksville, TN) / Travis L Graves (Dublin, TX), 39.39 on 5, $2,168; 3. Aaron Tsinigine (Gilbert, AZ) / Rudy H Yazzie (Seba Dalkai, AZ), 39.95 on 5, $1,444; 4. J C Archuleta (Las Vegas, NM) / Roy J Montoya (Sapello, NM), 40.86 on 5; 5. Chris Francis (Las Vegas, NM) / JoJo M LeMond (Andrews, TX), 43.66 on 5; 6. Turtle B Powell (Stephenville, TX) / Russell W Cardoza Jr (Terrebonne, OR), 47.01 on 5; 7. David Key (Stephenville, TX) / Kory Koontz (Sudan, TX), 57.86 on 5; 8. David W Motes (Tolar, TX) / Ryon Tittel (Pueblo, CO), 29.49 on 4; 9. Brock G

be the “policing” of dubious producers and/or stock contractors. What? So the CAU was going to collect fees from producers to support its membership and then use the power of that membership to dictate how they conducted their business? To this point I had listened politely, but nearly fell out of my chair as I pointed out that he was INSANE! Needless to say, the conversation ended soon thereafter. The CAU is simply a bad idea, and one that would almost exclusively serve only the interest of the paid employees of the organization. The truth is, it’s simply not needed, and the introduction of such an organization is extraordinarily bad timing to boot. Aside from providing group insurance rates, I can see no viable benefit at all, and let’s face it, that’s not much of a motivating factor. The bottom line is that rodeo competitors of all disciplines do not need union representation or collective bargaining power. They already hold the power in their hands, in the form of their entry fees. Bad producers and bad productions don’t attract the entries of good producers and good productions. Over time, the bad ones are eventually weeded out, as the natural balance of the free market takes its course. It’s just ridiculous when you think about it… cowboys on strike… PLEASE!

Hanson (Casa Grande, AZ) / Nick Sarchett (Phoenix, AZ), 34.86 on 4 Incentive 1. J C Archuleta (Las Vegas, NM) / Roy J Montoya (Sapello, NM), 33.48 on 4, $1,712, 2,000 Flex Overall Fast Time 1. Justin V Davis (Madisonville, TX) / Cole Davison (Madisonville, TX), 5.29, $470 #15 Handicap Average 1. Chase C Massengill (Sante Fe, NM) / Cullen G Teller (Maricopa, AZ), 37.12 on 5, $1,904, 6,000 Flex; 2. Chance W Kiehne (Springerville, AZ) / continued on page 4

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4, $2,374, 2,000 Flex; 4. Benjie Benavidez (Albuquerque, NM) / Rudy Benavidez (Albuquerque, NM), 43.25 on 4, $1,748, 2,000 Flex; 5. Julie Gibson (Los Lunas, NM) / Dominic L Silva (Los Lunas, NM), 44.45 on 4, $874, 2,000 Flex Incentive 1. Juan F Carpio (Santa Fe, NM) / Bill E Brunelli (Aguilar, CO), 32.73 on 3, $800, 2,000 Flex; 2. Johnnie C Dougherty (Texhoma, OK) / Curt D Pate (Valle De Oro, TX), 33.35 on 3, $600 Overall Fast Time 1. Brandon E Baca (Las Vegas, NM) / Zachary Davis Virden (Tularosa, NM), 7.50, $732

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#15 - Chase C. Massengill (Sante Fe, NM) / Cullen G. Teller (Maricopa, AZ), 37.12 on 5, $1,904 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

Cullen G Teller (Maricopa, AZ), 38.65 on 5, $1,142, 2,000 Flex; 3. Dick Lenard (Penrose, CO) / Todd Wilson (Limon, CO), 39.25 on 5, $762, 2,000 Flex; 4. Bode W Baize (Anthony, NM) / Johnny B Salvo II (Datil, NM), 40.12 on 5, 2,000 Flex; 5. Monroe D Timberlake (Hereford, TX) / Justin R Price (Laveta, CO), 41.25 on 5, 2,000 Flex; 6. Javier Chavez Minguer (Santa Fe, NM) / Jonathan J Torres (Bell City, LA), 44.86 on 5; 7. Shotgun Passig (Capitan, NM) / Trevor Kirchenschlager (Yuma, CO), 51.37 on 5; 8. Joshua Torres (Bell City, LA) / Trevor Kirchenschlager (Yuma, CO), 65.79 on 5; 9. Chance W Kiehne (Springerville, AZ) / Johnny B Salvo II (Datil, NM), 32.65 on 4; 10. Bode W Baize (Anthony, NM) / Cade Passig (Capitan, NM), 38.38 on 4 Overall Fast Time 1. Javier Chavez Minguer (Santa Fe, NM) / Jonathan J Torres (Bell City, LA), 5.31, $200 #13 Handicap Average 1. Trice M Watts (Eads, CO) / Trevor Kirchenschlager (Yuma, CO), 38.65 on 5, $3,118, 6,000 Flex; 2. Dick Lenard (Penrose, CO) / Justin R Price (Laveta, CO), 39.31 on 5, $2,340, 2,000 Flex; 3. Clay C Smith (Portales, NM) / Jonathan J Torres (Bell City, LA), 40.34 on 5, $1,558, 2,000 Flex; 4. Randy C Morlan (Hasty, CO) / Scott L Morlan (Las Animas, CO), 41.54 on 5, $780, 2,000 Flex; 5. Carlos V Ortiz (Tucumcari, NM) / Charles B Tenorio Jr (Los Lunas, NM), 44.25 on 5, 2,000 Flex Overall Fast Time 1. Jose M Ortega (Santa Fe, NM) / Jonathan J Torres (Bell City, LA), 5.94, $410

Baca (Las Vegas, NM), 32.59 on 4, $3,694, 6,000 Flex; 2. Nicole Sweazea (Mountainair, NM) / Brandon E Baca (Las Vegas, NM), 33.30 on 4, $2,464, 2,000 Flex; 3. Ross Long (Albuquerque, NM) / Rudy Benavidez (Albuquerque, NM), 33.62 on 4, $1,950, 2,000 Flex; 4. Charlotte L Davis (La Plata, NM) / Ty H Toledo (Bloomfield, NM), 36.67 on 4, $1,436, 2,000 Flex; 5. Kevin K Davis (Chivington, CO) / Richard L Lightcap (Las Animas, CO), 36.85 on 4, $718, 2,000 Flex Incentive 1. Fernando F Gonzales Jr (Questa, NM) / Kyon Kreutzer (La Veta, CO), 26.08 on 3, $800, 2,000 Flex; 2. Shawn Holgate (Crownpoint, NM) / Matt

Heave Henry (Crownpoint, NM), 30.60 on 3, $600 Overall Fast Time 1. Vincente Guerrero (Santa Fe, NM) / Cavin Jacobs (Estancia, NM), 6.31, $614 #10 Average 1. Johnnie C Dougherty (Texhoma, OK) / Joaquin Huntington (Hesperus, CO), 37.03 on 4, $4,498, 6,000 Flex; 2. Julie Gibson (Los Lunas, NM) / Kyle Encinias (Los Lunas, NM), 41.95 on 4, $2,998, 2,000 Flex; 3. Dallas C Kiker (Red River, NM) / Carl Sweazea (Mountainair, NM), 43.13 on

#13 - Trice M. Watts (Eads, CO) / Trevor Kirchenschlager (Yuma, CO), 38.65 on 5, $3,118 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#9 Average 1. Juan F Carpio (Santa Fe, NM) / Gerardo Villalba (Santa Fe, NM), 36.10 on 4, $5,484, 6,000 Flex; 2. Dallas C Kiker (Red River, NM) / Rick A Sinclair (Springer, NM), 38.81 on 4, $3,656, 6,000 Flex; 3. Emmanuel Lucero (Albuquerque, NM) / Clinton C Bilbrey (Portales, NM), 39.70 on 4, $2,894, 2,000 Flex; 4. Juan F Carpio (Santa Fe, NM) / Joel B Bunker (Sharon Springs, KS), 41.05 on 4, $2,134, 2,000 Flex; 5. Johnnie C Dougherty (Texhoma, OK) / Bob F Ogden (Amarillo, TX), 44.51 on 4, $1,066, 2,000 Flex; 6. Dallas C Kiker (Red River, NM) / Pace Blanchard (Albuquerque, NM), 46.23 on 4, $600, 2,000 Flex; 7. Bobby Mora (Escobosa, NM) / Damian Navarro (Bernalillo, NM), 46.43 on 4, $600; 8. Tim Shepard (Alamogordo, NM) / Dick A Jones (Tularosa, NM), 47.98 on 4, $400; 9. Max Louderback (Liberal, KS) / Leon A Othart (Belen, NM), 48.95 on 4, $400; 10. Dennis Riddle (Santa Fe, NM) /

#12 - Adam R. Esquibel (Las Vegas, NM) / Brandon E. Baca (Las Vegas, NM), 32.19 on 4, $3,380 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Average 1. Adam R Esquibel (Las Vegas, NM) / Brandon E Baca (Las Vegas, NM), 32.19 on 4, $3,380, 6,000 Flex; 2. Rick R Jump (Belen, NM) / Randy R Sanchez (Jarales, NM), 33.68 on 4, $2,534, 2,000 Flex; 3. Cody J Mirabal (Grants, NM) / Trey D Yates (Pueblo, CO), 34.21 on 4, $1,690, 2,000 Flex; 4. Clay C Smith (Portales, NM) / Chad Helmer (Clovis, NM), 34.23 on 4, $846, 2,000 Flex; 5. Bill Rasberry (Wheeler, TX) / Terry D Leatherwood (Grady, NM), 34.28 on 4, 2,000 Flex Incentive 1. Bill Rasberry (Wheeler, TX) / Terry D Leatherwood (Grady, NM), 26.45 on 3, $400, 2,000 Flex Overall Fast Time 1. Jeff O Davis (La Plata, NM) / Joaquin Huntington (Hesperus, CO), 6.54, $466 #11 Average 1. Jesse S Rogers (Bloomfield, NM) / Brandon E

#11 - Jesse S. Rogers (Bloomfield, NM) / Brandon E. Baca (Las Vegas, NM), 32.59 on 4, $3,694 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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3, $240; 9. Javier M Gonzales (Santa Fe, NM) / Jared Christoper Martinez (Stanley, NM), 42.62 on 3, $240; 10. William C Chumley (Hesperus, CO) / Jerry Gonzales (Portales, NM), 16.27 on 2, $240 Overall Fast Time 1. William C Chumley (Hesperus, CO) / Jerry Gonzales (Portales, NM), 6.80, $336; 2. Emmanuel Lucero (Albuquerque, NM) / Jose Mendiaz Coronado Jr (Santa Fe, NM), 7.67, $224 Gold Plus Average 1. Lance Crist (Canyon, TX) / Scott #10 - Johnnie C. Dougherty (Texhoma, OK) / Joaquin Huntington (Hesperus, CO), 37.03 on 4, $4,498 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each L Morlan (Las Incentive Bunker (Sharon Springs, KS), 33.60 on Animas, CO), 30.42 on 4, $2,512, 3,000 1. Vincente Guerrero (Santa Fe, NM) / Cavin 2, $1,164; 2. Caylin Rae Chumley Flex; 2. Tina R Godfrey (Las Animas, CO) / Jacobs (Estancia, NM), 24.57 on 3, $1,614, (Hesperus, CO) / Kim Bitsilly (Yatahey, Nick G Sciacca (Trinidad, CO), 31.80 on 3,000 Flex; 2. Rod Dimitroff (Clayton, NM) / NM), 6.50 on 1, $700; 3. Caylin Rae 4, $1,884, 3,000 Flex; 3. Tina R Godfrey Clinton L Franz (Clayton, NM), 26.94 on 3, Chumley (Hesperus, CO) / Dawn R (Las Animas, CO) / Scott L Morlan (Las $1,076, 3,000 Flex; 3. Kade Elkins (Grants, Boozer (Jarales, NM), 7.97 on 1, $466 Animas, CO), 32.21 on 4, $1,256, 3,000 NM) / Ferlin Charley (Albuquerque, NM), Overall Fast Time Flex; 4. Clay Dannelley (Elida, NM) / 26.94 on 3, 3,000 Flex 1. Caylin Rae Chumley (Hesperus, CO) / Freddie B Lucero (Canutillo, TX), 32.23 on Overall Fast Time Kim Bitsilly (Yatahey, NM), 9.50, $124 4, $628 1. Lance Crist (Canyon, TX) / Scott L Morlan (Las Animas, CO), 6.62, $472 Century Bonus Average All Girl 1. Carlos V Ortiz (Tucumcari, NM) / Average Brian Potter (Dalhart, TX), 25.94 1. Janice M Dowley (Belen, NM) / Mary on 3, $800

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T #9 - Juan Carpio (Santa Fe, NM) / Gerardo Villalba (Santa Fe, NM), 36.10 on 4, $5,484 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#8 - Erasmo Ochoa (Santa Fe, NM) / Gerardo Villalba (Santa Fe, NM), 27.43 on 3, $3,318 & $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

he 2011 Wrangler / Professionals Choice ACTRA National Finals are scheduled for October 15-22 at the Reno livestock and Events Center in Reno, Nevada. The event is packed full of lots of cash and prizes as well as a load of team roping action and fun as Reno, Nevada once again rolls out the red carpet for team ropers and their families. The 8-day event is expected to award more than $235,000 in awards, as well as more than $900,000 in payout. Add these together and ropers will have a chance to compete for well more than 1-million dollars in combined cash and prizes. Some of the ultimate prizes awarded throughout the week will include 2 championship horse trailers, 33 Scott Thomas Saddles and much more. The Championship trailers will be awarded in the Wrangler Patriot Super 7 that will take place on Wednesday morning. The entry office will open at 7:30 a.m. with the roping starting at 8 a.m. sharp. Every other division will award a variety of saddles, buckles and modified prize lines. The event will play out with lots of divisions for ropers to take part in, including the following: #10 ½, 8 ½, 5 ½, 4 & 3 Champion & reserve champion saddles plus full prize line Patriot Super 7 Champion Trailers & reserve champion saddles plus full prize line

Mixed/Century/Century Incentive Champion saddles For Mixed, Century & #6 Incentive & modified prizes #12 & Open Modified prizeline Scholarship Champion saddles & modified prizes (Pick 1 draw 2 enter 3x) Director/Sponsor/Arena Operator Champion buckles & modified prizes (Pick 1/Draw 1 enter 2x) The Wrangler / Professionals Choice ACTRA National Finals is one place ropers from all across the western states will have a chance to compete, win big and have lots of fun doing it. The Reno livestock and Events Center will offer plenty of permanent and temporary stalls available for ropers. You can find out more head to www.actra.org. There you can find a lot more information on entries, and stalls. In addition, you can book you and your family a room at one of the following host hotels. Circus Circus: 800-648-5010 Code IAC2011 Silver Legacy: 800-687-8733 Code ACTRA11 Ramada Inn: 775-786-5151 Code CGCWBY For More Information on the Wrangler / Professionals Choice ACTRA National Finals, feel free to contact Mike Sweeney at 559/816-9932.

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Bull Riding 1. Joseph McConnel, $2,818; 2. Lon Danley, $1,212; 3. Devren Meyers, $916; 4. Martin Abeyta, $614; 5. Justin Rogers, $33 Calf Roping 1. JoDan Mirabal, $1,779; 2. Mason Georges, $892; 3. Kyle Dutton, $838; 4. Tommy Smith, $838; 5. Johnny Salvo, $829; 6. Lorenzo Rincon, $827; 7. Christian Sanchez, $729; 8. Lane Siggins, $575; 9. Seth Hall, $410; 10. David Harwell, $314; 11. Todd Saulsberry, $307; 12. Greg Dutton, $276; 13. Rylan Edgmon, $264; 14. Wes Mack, $225; 15. Brian Sullivan, $225 Incentive Calf Roping 1. Greg Dutton, $546; 2. Blaine Garley, $502; 3. Brian Sullivan, $402; 4. Ray Jim, $302; 5. Sterling Cowdrey, $165; 6. Dave Aragon, $157; 7. Shane Goemmer, $141 Breakaway 1. Mackie Saavedra, $784; 2. Teresa Brevik, $730; 3. Skye Valdez, $709; 4. Jana Baker, $549; 5. Payton Cowdrey, $507; 6. Christen Martinez, $479; 7. Jori Flom, $412; 8. Alice Pack, $339; 9. Nicole Sweazea, $287; 10. Savannah Saavedra, $250; 11. Bellamie Mason, $218 Steer Wrestling 1. Kyle Smith, $2,362; 2. Mike Murphy, $1,149; 3. Dean McIntyre, $957; 4. John Vanderwagen, $622; 5. Pepe Arballo, $425; 6. Bill Claunch, $389; 7. Rusty Hailton, $313; 8. Cody Kenney, $292; 9. Lance Tolbert, $231; 10. Christian Pettigrew, $222; 11. Kyle Francis, $204 Open Barrel Race 1. Kelly Waide, $2,075; 2. Caren Lamb, $2,040; 3. Marie Autrey, $1,122; 4. Denise Chambliss, $459; 5. Justina Thompson, $415; 6. Ashley Montoya, $409; 7. Bailey Harwell, $303; 8. Casey Dove, $221; 9. Nicole Sweazea, $210; 10. Lisa Girdner, $205; 11. Hayley McNiel, $189; 12. Nancy Velasquez, $170; 13. Kristi Johnson, $145; 14. Amanda Clawson, $140; 15. Rachael Maestas, $ 93 Incentive Barrel Race 1. Lisa Girdner, $560; 2. Sealee Walraven, $535; 3. Casey Dove, $406; 4. Jasarra Baca, $377; 5. Kendra Honeyfield, $370; 6. Juliana Cojo, $370; 7. Susan Siggins, $264; 8. Kristi Johnson, $255; 9. Ashley Montoya, $210; 10. Renee Dill, $198; 11. Diana Wilson, $171; 12. Anne Chroninger, $165; 13. Payton McNiel, $148; 14. Christine Atwell, $122; 15. Jenny Hasberger, $119 Open Team Roping – Header 1. Brandon Gonzales, $3,253; 2. Seth Hall, $1,388; 3. Kyle Honeyfield, $1,367; 4. Reno Eddy, $1,329; 5. Sal Gomez, $1,208; 6. Beau Lamb, $1,089; 7. Rodee Walraven, $821; 8. Cody Mirabal, $752; 9. Lindsey Padilla, $633; 10. Chance Kiehne, $535; 11. Bill Claunch, $357; 12. JC Archuleta, $351; 13. Russell Sullivan, $312; 14. Enrique Salas, $231; 15. Loren Doughty, $142 Open Team Roping – Heeler 1. JoDan Mirabal, $2,054; 2. J.R. DeDios, $1,918; 3. Pedro Maestas, $1,688; 4. Angelo Benallie, $1,624; 5. Lane Siggins, $1,296; 6. Frank Padilla, $1,171; 7. Gralyn Elkins, $938; 8. Cody Garcia, $904; 9. Johnny Salvo, $821; 10. Jim Knopp, $728; 11. Justin Loya, $660; 12. Aaron Romero, $396; 13. Brian Sullivan, $386; 14. Albert Claunch, $357; 15. Brandon Baca, $351 Incentive Team Roping – Header 1. Beau Lamb, $1,936; 2. Seth Hall, $1,586; 3. David McCalister, $919; 4. Manny Romero, $888; 5. Matt Chaffin, $860; 6. JoDan Mirabal, $734; 7. J.C. Archuleta, $619; 8. Sal Gomez, $560; 9. Greg Langen, $560; 10. Reno Eddy, $508; 11. John Adams, $402; 12. Bill Claunch, $373; 13. Kyle Honeyfield, $328; 14. Luis Martinez, $296; 15. Teresa Brevik, $286 Incentive Team Roping – Heeler 1. Tim Lamb, $1,667; 2. Jim Knopp, $1,586; 3. Cody Mirabal, $1,242; 4. Cody Garcia, $1,205; 5. Quint Westcott, $1,159; 6. Marcus Elkins, $910; 7. Kade Elkins, $860; 8. JoDan Mirabal, $560; 9. Kree Kelly, $560; 10. David Jaramillo, $495; 11. Dillon Archuleta, $471; 12. Lee Knox, $402; 13. Christian Sanchez, $393; 14. Albert Claunch, $373; 15. Stanford Salazar, $296

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2011 Bob Feist Invitational Reno Rodeo Utah’s Colby Siddoway and California’s Caleb Twisselman took the victory lap at the Bob Feist Invitational Team Roping Classic, the world’s richest one-day open roping, by a full second today at the Reno Livestock Events Center. Siddoway, 27, and Twisselman, 30, set the pace straight out of the blocks as Team No. 1 on the 100team roster, and took the title at the 34th annual BFI by roping six steers in 44.63 seconds. Including a fourth-place check in the Wrangler Short Round, they earned $131,010 of the more than $630,000 in cash and prizes for the biggest win of their careers. “Being the very first team, I just knew I needed to get out on the first one and catch him,” said Siddoway, the Hooper, Utah native son of Cindy and Brett Siddoway, who spends most of the year training horses in Texas, where his little boy, Carter, lives. “You have to score good and rope sharp to win here.” “This is the biggest win of my career,” added Wrangler National Finals Rodeo heeler Twisselman, who’s the son of Rowly and Cathie Twisselman. “I threw faster than I thought I would, and it worked, so I’m happy. I look back and wonder what I was thinking, but what a huge relief. Everything works differently on different days. Things went my way today.” In addition to the cash Siddoway and Twisselman hauled home, they also loaded up Running P saddles and breast collars, Gist buckles sponsored by Gist Silversmiths, Classic Ropes and Pendleton Whisky/Hood River Distillers, and Justin full-quill ostrich boots. Siddoway and Twisselman topped the 100-team field, which this year represented 21 states and Canada, to pocket the $1,500 cash bonus sponsored

by Cactus Ropes, Ram Rodeo and Coors Original. Siddoway and Twisselman just joined forces this spring. “We started winning right off the bat,” said Siddoway, who roped at his first BFI last year with Matt Zancanella, but didn’t have any luck. “We placed on eight or nine of the first 10 steers we ran together at the rodeos. Caleb’s a catcher, and he likes wild handles. I give him different looks every time. You don’t have to set steers up for Caleb. He just likes to see them turn.” “Colby did a great job for me today,” said Twisselman, who’s roped at the BFI since he was 16. “He gave me a really good opportunity. He couldn’t have done better. Colby and I get along great, and he can rope fast or just catch, like we did today. I’ve had a blast heeling behind him.” As for their horsepower, Siddoway rode a 9-year-old dun horse, Dunny, that he just bought last September from his friend Jory Green in Utah. “I rode him at the jackpots all winter, and he has a lot of talent and can really run, but I hadn’t won much on him so I was going to trade a guy for him about a month ago,” Siddoway

explained. “But he backed out. Then he called me back and said he changed his mind. I said no. I’m really glad now.” Twisselman rode Cher, the 8-year-old bay daughter of his first good heel horse, Karen, who he rode on a couple steers at the 2001 NFR. Like Karen, he raised and trained Cher himself. “I wouldn’t change anything about the way she worked today,” he said. “I was completely satisfied.” Both said their big BFI win is by far the highlight of their roping careers. “This is one of the big-money ropings that are so tough to win a check at, much less win,” said Siddoway, who used a 30-foot, extra soft Cactus Whistler. “Everything has to fall together. I barely had enough money to pay my fees and get out of this week if I didn’t win anything here today. This is huge for me. It’s the biggest win of my career by far.” “I never counted on winning the roping until they dropped the flag on that highteam steer,” said Twisselman, whose weapon of choice was a Classic Heat 35foot hard medium. “Because I know how easy it is for stuff to go wrong when you run that many steers. We are all so grateful to Bob Feist for the chance to win this kind of money. This is one of the best things anyone does for the sport of team roping.” A couple of teenagers came through in the

Bob Feist, center, presents Caleb Twisselman, left, and Colby Siddoway, right, their many beautiful awards. They each pocketed a check for $65,255 along with Running P saddles and breast collars, Gist buckles, Justin full-quill ostrich boots, and numerous other prizes.

Colby Siddoway and Caleb Twisselman roped their six steers in a time of 44.63 to win the 34th annual Bob Feist Invitational. PHOTOS BY KIRT STEINKE

clutch as this year’s reserve BFI champs. T.J. McCauley, a 16-year-old Reno native now making his home in Redmond, Ore., and Quinn Kesler, 18, of Holden, Utah, stopped the clock six times in 45.6 seconds for a $95,060 payday. McCauley and Kesler switched ends this year after finishing seventh in the average last year. The reserve champs’ prize package included Coats Saddles, and Skyline Silversmiths buckles donated by Boot Barn, Ropers Sports News and Ropes to Go. “We switched ends, because Quinn heels better than me,” said McCauley, who’ll be a high school junior in the fall, and headed this year aboard Kesler’s black head horse Hemi. “I was nervous last night. I stayed in Quinn’s trailer and watched a BFI video. I’ve never headed at a big roping like this, so it was a question mark.” Kesler, who’s coming off of wins in the team roping and tie-down roping at the Utah state high school finals, rode his good sorrel horse, Hickory, 10, who’s been his main mount since the horse was 3. “We need to keep moving up the ladder,” Kesler smiled of their climb from seventh last year to second in 2011. The third-place team of Keven Daniel and Chase Tryan, who’s a cousin to NFR ropers Clay, Travis and Brady Tryan, grabbed $61,110 for their total time of 46.76 seconds, and were followed in fourth place by Erich Rogers and Kory Koontz, who roped six steers in 47.84 for $30,555. Wrangler Jeans and Shirts pumped $6,500 in bonus bucks into the Wrangler Round in addition to BFI shortround money. Richard Eiguren and Kyle Lockett, who were the 10th high team back, were 6.67 on their last steer to drag down an additional $9,500, including the Wrangler bonus. The Best BFI Head and Heel Horses received Lazy “L” saddles and CSI pads. BFI officials awarded 2011 Best BFI Head Horse honors to Eiguren’s bay horse Jim, 14, whose registered name is Docs New Boots. Eiguren bought Jim as a 6-year-old, and ranched on him for six years in remote Jordan Valley, Ore., before starting him as a head horse two years ago. Eiguren’s wife, Marcia, also ropes on Jim. “He scores good, runs hard and really uses his butt,” Richard said. “He runs flat across the line, and is just a nice horse. I finally quit cowboying on him, because I don’t want to risk hurting him. He’s too valuable for that now. The horse makes all the difference in the world here, and this horse gives you a chance to win on any steer you draw.” Eiguren and his partner, Kyle

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" Lockett of Visalia, Calif., placed sixth in the BFI average in 51.42 seconds. This year’s Best BFI Heel Horse award went to a 9-year-old red roan horse by the name of Stranger—his registered name is Baileys Dry Doc—that Todd Hampton of Chowchilla, Calif., borrowed from David Howze, who lives in Hanford. “I sold my sorrel horse Monkey to Utah’s Derick Fleming in April, and had this roan horse there to show Derick at the same time,” Hampton explained (Fleming finished fifth in this year’s BFI average with Montana’s Britt Williams in 48.63 seconds). “When Derick bought my horse, David said to just keep his horse for a while, because he was headed to Alaska. He’s a good one. I’ve rodeoed on him a month, and have won quite a bit on him. My brother, Justin, used to head on him a little bit too.”

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Clovis To Host $340,000 Regional Team Roping Finals Economic Impact Expected to Exceed $5 million The nation’s richest team roping series will make its way to the Curry County Arena August 4-7 when the United States Team RopingChampionships (USTRC) brings its Southwest Regional Finals to Clovis, New Mex., for the first time. Curry County Arena is the site of one of seven Regional Finals to be produced by the United States Team Roping Championships this summer. The Regional Finals Series will award more than $2 million in cash and prizes, with the Southwest Regional Finals awarding an estimated $340,000 in cash and prizes in 2011. The direct economic impact of the event to Clovis is estimated at $1,260,000 with a total impact of $5,040,000. Last year the event hosted more than 1,600 teams from 12 states. “The Southwest Regional Finals attracts ropers from across the Southwest to the West Coast,” said USTRC President Kirk Bray. “Clovis hosted one of our regular season events earlier this year and our ropers received a warm welcome. This will be a great event for ropers in the region.” Team ropers of all levels are expected to attend, with USTRC providing a partner finding service for those in need of a partner in the Preliminary divisions. The event begins Thursday, August 4 with the Open division at 10 a.m., with the remaining days beginning at 8a.m. Ropers must have qualified to participate in a Regional “Shoot Out division,” however, anyone can enter a Preliminary division with a chance to qualify for the “Shoot Out.” Youngsters are also invited to be a part of the event in the Junior Looper “dummy”

roping at noon Saturday, August 6. Youth age 12 and under who currently have a Junior Looper membership compete for prizes, as well, roping a plastic model steer from set distances. Junior Looper memberships (proof of age required) are free and can be obtained at the event office. Pre-entry is required with all entries postmarked no later than July 22. Eligibility to enter a Shoot-Out division requires ropers to have participated in a 2011 season USTRC Sanctioned, Affiliate, Grass Roots event or Regional Preliminary division. A USTRC membership is required before roping and can be obtained at the event office. For more information, visit www.ustrc.com or call 254.968.0002. Team roping is a timed event that requires a team effort. A team is made up of a “header” and a “heeler”. The header’s job is to catch the steer around the horns, and then set it up by turning it across the arena. The heeler then rides in and ropes the steer around both hind legs. The clock is stopped when the steer is secured between both ropers and their horses are facing each other. Ropers participating in USTRC sanctioned events have as their ultimate goal the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping (NFTR) that will take place October 22-30, in Oklahoma City,Okla. The NFTR paid more than $4.2 million in cash and prizes in 2010 and is preceded throughout the summer by a series of seven Regional Finals events that offer more than $2 million in total cash and prizes. Ropers qualify for “Shoot-Out” positions for Regional and National Finals by winning or placing at sanctioned events and through cumulative earnings.

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First Annual Perry Bigbee Memorial Roping by George Aros

hen the founder of Running Ropes, Arkansas, Missouri, Mississippi, Georgia and the Carolinas. The 19-acre place was Perry Bigbee, passed away in packed with RVs, as folks made a weekend December 2010, the roping community he out of it. Kids had blow-up swimming pools so dearly loved lost a friend. As a promoter, and were running around having a blast. The producer, sponsor and advocate for roping whole day had a real family friendly events around the country including such atmosphere. Southern hospitality was at its classics as the BFI, Perry touched the lives of just about anyone who ropes. On May 28, finest, offering up a delicious free BBQ and soft drinks. 2011 a memorial was held in his home turf Just under eight hundred teams ran for just outside of Muscle Shoals, Alabama, cash and great prizes. The turn out made it where friends, family and ropers from all one of the largest roping east of the over the country gathered to celebrate the Mississippi. The day offered a #15, #12 and life of this remarkable gentleman. I was a #10 handicap. Seven especially designed honored to be an invited guest at what was custom Running P saddles were given away, sure to be a spectacular event. For this born with the top teams in each of the three and raised Arizona desert boy, even the 40ropings winning a saddle, minute drive from the plus the high point airport was interesting. As we crossed the Everyone had a great time winner of the day won a saddle. Second place unbelievably wide celebrating Perry Bigbee’s winners received custom Tennessee river, I rope bags, third won fantasize what I could life and love for the sport. It them selves some nice, do with just a little of custom breast collars, that water in Picacho! was the kind of day Perry and forth were awarded Then, the sobering himself would have loved, leather nose band halters. sights of tornado The first roping was a damaged communities and there is no better way to #15 with 180 teams. made me realize just honor the man than that. After the dust settled, how quick everything Andrew Livingston and you have can be gone. Tim Roberts were the Perry’s youngest son clear leaders out running the next 3 places Stuart, who heads up the Running P Saddle who were separated by mere fractions. For division, hosted the Memorial Roping at the their efforts, the each won $991 in addition arena right there at his home. It’s a brand new facility with the most awesome barn I’d to those super cool Running P saddles. The #12 saw the largest number of entries with ever seen. A big screen TV played a 396 teams. Dexter Flannigan and Ed Allen memorial video covering Perry’s life, and had the best score after 4 and each took pictures captured many highlights of his home $1,745. That roping paid 15 holes. career. As a hunter myself, I was pretty The #10 had close to 200 teams vying for impressed with the collection of trophy top honors, but in the end, Cody Tilly and heads on the walls, including a state record TJ Coleman wrapped things up for $1,106 buck shot by Perry’s good buddy Vic Shaw. each. Wes Goodrich wound up as the high Next to the barn, a large tent was set up for point champion for the day, having scored folks to eat and hang out. well in each of the three ropings. He took The day couldn’t have been prettier, with home the high point saddle and a total of temperatures in the low 80’s and a nice over $1,900. breeze. Not only was he the host, but Stuart In the middle of the day, I was most Bigbee produced the roping. The arena was definitely surprised when action was halted, in tip-top shape, the steers were great and and Stuart called me out to the middle of the score line set just right. A testament as the arena. He presented me with a Merit of to how well Perry was liked, folks came Honor plaque for loyalty and appreciation. from all over including Florida, California Spectators at the First Annual Perry Bigbee Memorial Roping

Over the years, Running P Ropes and Running P Saddlery have been generous sponsors of me and The Mike Cervi Memorial Team Classic held in Arizona in February. We have also worked closely together on many other productions. I have always highly valued our relationship, and this honor will always be real special to me. It’s a day I will never forget. All in all, it was a great event, and a roping no one will want to miss next year. Everyone had a great time celebrating Perry Bigbee’s life and love for the sport. It was the kind of day Perry himself would have loved, and there is no better way to honor the man than that.

George Aros awarded a plaque at the First Annual Perry Bigbee Memorial Roping

Arizona Farm Bureau Arizona Farm Bureau’s Kevin Rogers Outlines Steps to Ease Regulatory Nightmare

ongress must help alleviate the burden of an ever-increasing array of federal environmental regulations on agriculture, according to Arizona Farm Bureau President Kevin Rogers, who testified today before a House Energy and Commerce subcommittee. Representing the American Farm Bureau Federation, Rogers told the Subcommittee on Environment and the Economy that the breadth and extent of the regulatory challenges facing U.S. agriculture are tremendous. According to Rogers, the regulations cover a broad range of issues, including: Clean Air Act requirements, Clean Water Act permitting and other requirements, restrictions on pesticides and other farm in-puts and regulatory burdens involving both crops and livestock operations. “It is no exaggeration to say that the onslaught of federal regulations now confronting farmers and ranchers across America is truly overwhelming,” said Rogers. “A farmer trying to manage his land and his crops knows one thing – the federal government is making it tougher and tougher to make a living from the land.” While not all regulations can be quantified, some can, explained Rogers, and some are substantial. He outlined the following steps Congress can take to alleviate agriculture’s regulatory burdens: The House should adopt language in the House Interior Appropriations bill that incorporates the provisions of H.R. 910, a bill that would allow Congress, not the Environmental Protection Agency, to determine how to regulate greenhouse gases. Congress should adopt language that would prevent EPA from regulating agricultural dust, forcing many rural areas into non-attainment status. Congress should approve H.R. 2458, which would provide a realistic interval for updating national ambient air quality standards (NAAQS). “These pieces of legislation effectively balance environmental concerns with those of farmers and ranchers,” said Rogers. “These are critical legislative initiatives that must be pursued.”

Cow Country Cooking Wins Will Rogers Medallion Award Arizona rancher and author Kathy McCraine was recently awarded a Will Rogers Medallion Award for her cookbook Cow Country Cooking: Recipes and Tales from Northern Arizona’s Historic Ranches. The award is presented each year to those books that represent an outstanding achievement in the publishing of Western Literature. Will Rogers was a respected writer as well as a famous cowboy entertainer. “We hope and believe that the Will Rogers Medallion Award will help to expand the heritage of literature which honors the traditions and values of the American cowboy, which Will did so much to embody and demonstrate,” Charles E. Williams, executive director of the award committee said. Originally created to encourage the continued quality of published books of cowboy poetry, the award categories have been expanded to include honoring a wide range of Western literature, including Western cookbooks. In addition to being a cookbook, Cow Country Cooking documents the cowboy way of life through the beautiful watercolor paintings of Texas artist Mark Kohler and photographs of Kathy McCraine, as well as funny cowboy stories and history of northern Arizona’s ranching country. The book is available at www.kathymccraine.com.

Saddle winners at the First Annual Perry Bigbee Memorial Roping

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Chasin’ Rabbits

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rabbits you can bring me.” Tod and I heard that Mr. Wilson would pay for live rabbits to train his dogs with. Now it was confirmed. Mr. Wilson raised Greyhound dogs, lots of them. Folks around said he was a pretty big wheel in dog racing circles, but the nearest track we knew of was over in Phoenix, a day’s drive. We had never been to, or even seen a dog race before, therefore we knew little about the sport. Chasing rabbits, however, now that sounded like fun. Hunting was right up our alley. Catching them alive though? We had never even contemplated a feat such as that before. A new challenge! “Now boys, what you do is take a hunting rig, something without a top works best, and you go up on the Mesa where there’s a ton of rabbits and a lot of open country. You go at night and you drive around. If you’ll spotlight them lil ol’ jacks, they’ll freeze up on you and just sit there.” Mr. Wilson then pulled out a big hoop with a net attached. It was bigger than a Hoola hoop and looked like a huge butterfly net, minus a handle. “Now you make that ol’ jack sit there with the spot light shining in his eyes and if he moves, a shot from a .22 right in front of him will stop him in his tracks. Then another feller needs to run around, outside the spotlight in the darkness, with this here net. You can run right up on that lil jack, throwing the net on him before he knows what’s happened. “After that, you put him in a burlap sack, be sure and keep the top tied with a wire, or they’ll escape on you.” The way Mr. Wilson described the chase; this was sounding more and more like fun every minute. Catching live rabbits with a spotlight, a .22 and a large hoop all night long…and getting paid for doing it…now that sounded like a pretty darn good deal! Tod and I contemplated our new job all day. We’d need some help; at least 1, maybe 2 other guys. A driver, a couple shooters and a hoop runner; that oughta do it. The next step was to contact Mr. Burris. Most ranchers would pay a bounty if you shot a coyote on their ranch and Mr. Burris was no exception. All that Mesa country where Mr. Wilson said was best for catching rabbits just happened to be Government and private lease land where

for the vehicle to come to a stop; instead, it Mr. Burris ran cattle. If we were going to be out there all night was still traveling about 10 miles per hour. catching rabbits, we might as well go coyote As Larry’s front foot touched down, it happened to be on top of a big clump of hunting at first light; that’s when their Bunch Grass. His foot rolled and the ankle usually seen out and about anyhow. popped, we all heard it. Mr. Burris agreed, 5 dollars for every Larry, being tough as nails, jumped up coyote hide we bring him...just don’t get and ran after the frozen jack, sitting him in trouble by hunting them with that mesmerized in the spotlight. The jack spotlight, wait till it got light enough to see. moved left. Bam! I shot just in front of him; Those were his only terms. he sat still. The jack moved right. Bam! Now we were set to make some money! Chris shot inches away from his front feet, A dollar for every rabbit and 5 for a coyote, stillness again. we’d never see a poor day again! And the What the heck was taking Larry so long fun to be had while doing this, why if those with the net? “Larry? Hey Larry?” ol’ guys knew, they would be charging us! “Where did Chris and Larry he go?” agreed to go with us. No answer. That would be handy, Catching live rabbits with a Finally, Tod Chris had several guns, could shoot spotlight, a .22 and a large searched the darkness with the spotlight. well, and Larry was There stood Larry hoop all night long…and fleet footed. frozen in place, well First things, first, getting paid for doing off to the side. As it however: we needed to fill Tod’s jeep with it…now that sounded like a turned out, he was out there in the darkness, gas, buy a couple pretty darn good deal! not taking a step boxes of shells, plenty closer to a jack…who of ice and about was being shot at! 3…better make that, “Get in there and 4 cases of beer. After get him!” I yelled, “We won’t hit all, it was going to be all night. Total you…promise.” investment to start our new venture: $89.00 “Tod, get that spot back on the jack,” About 10 p.m. is when we started seeing hollered Chris. the first rabbits. During summer months, it When Tod swung the light back around, doesn’t get good and dark till after 9 we discovered the jack was headed out once anyway. So the first couple of hours out again! He floored it! were just spent sipping on ice-cold beer and Luckily, that poor ol’ rabbit was pretty watching a stellar New Mexico sunset. tuckered out and the second chase didn’t “There’s one, right there!” Exclaimed Tod, who took off in hot pursuit, guiding the last as long. Bam! Bam! Bam! He stopped once again in the spotlight. But now, what jeep across country like a well-trained rope about Larry? horse after a steer. In the excitement of chasing the jack, The lil jack darted here and there, we’d left Larry behind. “Larry!” we yelled. doubling back, cutting first right, then left. Tod turned off the motor so we could Bam! Bam! Bam! Went the shots as Chris hear better. “Larry!” and I tried to shoot right in front of him. Then we heard the distinct sound of Each time we did, the pursued changed cussing and someone running through the directions, but didn’t slow down much. pasture. Within a few moments, Larry Tod did his best to navigate the terrain came running through the darkness and keep the spotlight trained. Bouncing towards the jack, he lunged forward and along we did go, in hot pursuit! Bam! Bam! pounced! Caught! Bam! “I think the lil bugger is slowing We all bailed out for a closer look at our down some.” Encouraged Larry, who sat new trophy. With the pride of ready with the net. accomplishment of a bunch of kids, like “He’s bound to wear out soon, we’ve toddlers on a bike, we examined our first been chasing him almost a mile it seems!” victim. Chris stuffed him down into a burlap Tod hollered. (It was probably more like sack and proudly announced, “One!” ¼ mile). Larry, huffing and puffing for breath, Bam! Bam! Bam! “He’s stopped!” suggested a beer break and told us not to Larry hopped out of the jeep with net leave him stranded any more. “After all, this held high over-head. He should have waited

pasture is forty four sections. What if you all took off and couldn’t find me again in the dark? I’d sure hate to be you guys if that was to happen!” (This was back in the day before cell phones, if we’d have lost him in the dark, it very well could have been daylight before finding him again.) So that’s how the night went, it was a wild time chasing jack rabbits, shooting all around them and hoping they would stop in the spotlight long enough for Larry to get the net over them. Poor guy, remember when his ankle went “Pop?” He must have sprained it pretty badly because it began to swell quite large. We put duct tape around it and told him to put ice from the cooler on it…just not too much; we don’t want the beer getting warm! That night we learned cottontails are easier to catch than jacks; they don’t have near the stamina. We also learned that very few rabbits freeze immediately when the light went on them without a chase first. This made for a whole lot of bumpy; wild rides across the pasture that night. A few times, Tod turned on a dime or ran across small arroyos in such a manner as to unseat us passengers, but only once did a guy fall completely out of the moving jeep. Chris had a nasty lump and road rash on his shoulder from that one. Come daylight, we saw a few coyotes and although our success rate wasn’t near as good, we managed to get 4 shot, which stood by curiously in the distance, watching what we were up to. (Chris had brought a 30-06 with a scope for this part of the hunt.) About 8 a.m, we headed back to Mr. Wilson’s place. “You boys have a good night?” Mr. Wilson grinned, “Y’all smell like a brewery.” “Well most of the beer spilled in the jeep due to the bumpy chase…” I plead our case. I don’t think he bought it much, but it sounded good. “Let’s count what you got.” Mr. Wilson unloaded burlap sacks into wire cages. “Thirty jacks and forty cottontails. Let’s see here, that would be fifty dollars,” calculated Mr. Wilson. “Fifty dollars! I exclaimed, “You said one dollar per head, that would be seventy dollars!” “Now, Boys. I told you a dollar per head on jack rabbits, these lil ol’ cottontails aint hardly worth nothing, you’re lucky I am goin’ to give you fifty cents a piece for them. They don’t last

ll-Around long around here.” I thought to myself, as hundreds of greyhounds yapped in the background, “I bet no rabbit last long around here.” But I kept my mouth shut; wouldn’t do to argue with your employer anyway. I looked at Tod, “Well, fifty bucks worth of live rabbits and we got twenty coming from Mr. Burris for the coyotes. That leaves us nineteen dollars in the hole for our first night.” “Yeah, guess we’ll just have to make it up in volume,” he chuckled. “We’d better plan on going out every night or we’re liable to go broke at this new venture!” “Well, if we cut out the beer, we might have made a few dollars a piece.” “Naw,” we both said in unison, that wouldn’t do. “If we only had three guys, that might help,” I said. Tod, the wise one, said, “Nineteen divided by four is less to lose than nineteen divided by three.” “You got a point there.” “Besides that, Jim,” he said, “You’ve got this all wrong. It ain’t always about the profit and loss…just where the heck do you think four guys like us could have that much fun on under twenty dollars! I don’t know about you, but as far as I’m concerned, I would have paid a heck of a lot more than that!” He always did know how to make sense out of a situation. A “You’re right, Partner. Let’s do it again tonight. We sure as heck wouldn’t want to lose this job over a measly twenty bucks!”

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Jim Olson is a ranch-raised cowboy, author, promoter and businessman. Growing up on the high plains of eastern New Mexico he learned to ride young colts, tend to cattle and drive heavy farm equipment at an early age. Jim spent a few years competing in the calf roping event at the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association level, qualifying for the circuit finals a few times. Now he is a weekend team roper. He lives on and operates his own ranch near Stanfield, Arizona, once a part of John Wayne’s Red River Ranch. MONTH JULY 11 BUILT BY VSA IN HOUSE PROOF CRX’D A These great life experiences Jim now uses in his writing career. He writes stories about interesting and extraordinary people of the west including short stories of both fiction and nonfiction. He writes a monthly column titled “My Cowboy Heroes,” published by several Southwestern and national magazines. Jim currently has two books in print and is constantly working on 1\4 Horizontal (7.3 x 3.75) several other projects as well. Jim can be reached through his website at www.mycowboyheroes.com

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World Series of Team Roping July Roping Report Tularosa, NM Troy had a nice roping here. It wasn’t quite as large as Gerry’s last year, but there was a benefit roping going on in Andrews and a belief that the Amarillo roping may have pulled a number of eastern NM teams away from Tularosa. His cattle were a little softer than what he has been using in Texas. Depending on who you talked to they loved them, or thought they were generously average. Still, the crew did their usual outsanding job sorting what they had. Nothing really unusual or out of the ordinary, except a lot of comments from those staying

at Ruidoso, had never seen a drought in the mountains. Four number changes here, young Travis Alcorn had a 5 went to 6 , Hadley Patterson moved from 5 to 6, young Ryan Sanders was a new member roping on a USTRC 4 he will receive a WSTR 6, Bill Hudman was lowered to 4.

Mormon Lake, AZ This one had a great turnout, fueled no doubt by 118 degree heat in parts of AZ. Reports on the production and cattle have all been favorable. On Sunday that had well over 200 teams in the #10 and it started raining. There were a touch over 60

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drawouts as a result of the rain. There were a few handicap adjustments, after the second win in a row we adjusted Jody and Brandon Perkins a half notch. Young Troy Baxter came on the radar, and we decided he is a little strong to be roping in the #10 roping so we put a plus on his 6. Young Matt Porter went to a 6. We decided to push Ken Wartz from the 10 to the 11, he received a Plus.

Longmont, CO This qualifier was small but good. We received a few calls after the last Longmont roping concerning cattle. The EHV deal had prevented Blake from breaking in his new set. But everything seemed to be back on track this time. Had only one adjustment after this roping, Francisco Vega SR has been placing at ever roping and has earned a half number bump.

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Nice roping, production was good, cattle got very good reviews. We received an unusual number of complaints against one of the flaggers. Complaints were that missed calls resulted in payments in two different ropings. Also had a few calls that thought the barrier in the #10 was a little strong. But in general the review on this roping was positive. Tyler Riggan put on a heading clinic at Amarillo. He is the #1 WSTR header among all headers at this point. We moved him to 6 plus after Heartland and on up to 7 after this roping. Joe Hughes has proved to us that he is at the top of the 7’s and we gave him a Plus, and Brandi Brown has earned a plus to go with her 4. We acknowledge all the phone calls on Blake Williamson, but this is his first check with us.

Numbers picked up a little at this one, it was certainly larger than any in the state that came prior. Thomas and Natie always get good marks for effort and promoting the cause, but took some heat over the quality of the production. We received a couple of calls stating that they lost control of their arena and had cowboys all over it during the competition. The also too some heat over a controversial short round call. That call did not result in payoff difference, but still create some controversy. Classifications changes , Brian Wright to #6, Hank Brown to 6 , and Guy Owens to 5 .

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North Carolina Cowgirl Injured at IFYR

n International Finals Youth Rodeo contestant was injured Monday, July 11 in the practice pen in Shawnee, Oklahoma. Kelly Blanton, Taylorsville, N.C., was bucked off her horse as she practiced breakaway roping before Monday night’s performance of the IFYR. She landed on her head, and was life flighted to the Oklahoma University Medical Center immediately. “She broke vertebra in her neck and back,” said family friend Vanessa Beamer. “Doctors are saying she has a Christopher Reeves type of injury. She can’t move or feel anything below the chest line.” Beamer, whose daughter, Anna is competing at the IFYR, said the North Carolina rodeo family is distraught. “The problem with most of us from North Carolina is that we’re headed to Gillette Wyoming, for the National High School Finals Rodeo, and we hate to leave the family.” But people have been helpful. “Everybody’s been nice, pitching in to help with their horses.” Mike Jackson, operations manager of the Heart of Oklahoma Exposition Center, said, “My heart goes out to the Blanton family. The IFYR family is praying for Kelly and we will continue to reach out to the Blantons for however long Kelly’s recovery may take.” Donations for the family are being accepted by the North Carolina High School Rodeo Association treasurer, Jackie Davis. They can be sent to 2827 Lake Front Drive, Belmont, NC 28012. Davis CRX’D can also be contacted by phone at 980/522-1865. Kelly graduated from Alexander Central High School in Taylorsville, N.C. She is the daughter of Geri Blanton and Michael Blanton.

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Team Roping 101 • What to look for in a Here’s your go-to guide for getting horse—from hooves to headset. started and getting good at the fast-growing • How to handle a rope on sport thousands of riders—young and old, the ground, men and women—are Written By Kayla Starnes with a foreword including enthusiastically pursuing, by Clinton Anderson Endorsed by the holding, full time, in their spare time, USTRC and swinging, and or just any time they can. vailable now, the much anticipated featuring throwing. Chock full of tips from new book, Team Roping101 is team roping • Rider professional team ropers available and ropers everywhere are making champions pre-flight Speed Williams and Rickey orders. This is a complete guide for the Speed Williams & checklist— Green, Team Roping 101 sport of team roping. Whether you are a I CRX’D Rickey Green horsemanship includes: veteran of the sport, a young roper or just skills you can’t • The nuts-and-bolts of now discovering the thrill of team roping, rope without. the sport—what it’s all this book is a must. Join the thousands who • Simple and essential drills about, including terminology, rules, and are making orders now and learn tips form for the roping horse from top regulations. some of the best in the business as well as trainer Clinton Anderson. • The lowdown on ropes, tack, and an overall understanding of the sport of • Working a mechanical other equipment. team roping. steer and catching live cattle— head or heels. • Putting together the ideal run with a partner and testing your skills against others in competition. Kayla Starnes of Morgan Mill, Texas, has served as a public relations and marketing specialist and media relations liaison for the second-largest breed association in the world; as a freelance writer and photographer for magazines and trade publications; and as a project coordinator and writer for a leading performance products manufacturing conglomerate. Starnes’ writing and photography has been in print across five continents. The United States Team Roping MONTH-AUG 2011 BUILT BY-P/U W/CHGS VSA IN HOUSE PROOF CRX’D Championships (USTRC), headquartered in Stephenville, Texas, is the official home of 1\4 V (4.9 x 6.6) America’s Cowboy Sport, representing more than 35,000 competitive team ropers across the country. USTRC brings the sport of team roping to the national stage by providing competition with integrity as the trusted source of team roping competition rules and classifications. USTRC events paid out more than $20 million in 2010 to team ropers from all walks of life. “This book will walk you step by step through picking out the perfect horse to preparing for your first competition, and all the training in between.” Clinton Anderson, founder of Downunder Horsemanship® and author of the bestselling books Clinton Anderson’s Downunder Horsemanship and Lessons Well Learned; The Western Horse’s Pain-Free Back and Saddle-Fit Book; and the DVDs, English saddles and Western saddles. The Complete Sport from Header to Heeler: On the Ground, On Your Horse, On Target

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For more information contact mcook@sover.net. To order contact: Trafalgar Square Books, Box 257, Howe Hill Road, N. Pomfret, VT 05053 or 800.423.4525 www.horseandriderbooks.com

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Good Time in Morman Lake 4th of July Weekend We had a good 4th of July roping at Mormon Lake with a total of 1,895 teams competing for cash, prizes and an opportunity to qualify for the World Series finals. We appreciate all those ropers and their families who came and roped with us. Thanks to our great crew and all the staff at Mormon Lake for helping put on a great team roping event. We always look forward to seeing you all at next one! Take care and God Bless. Super 9 Prize Winners Saddles Jesus Guerrero & Rowdy Suckla Buckles Pat Kirby & Daniel Roanhorse Walter Baxter & Manny Perez Breast Collars Barrett Littell & Robyn Freberg Barrett Littell & Scott Jamison AnnDee White & Bruce Teague Bob Felkins & Wyatt Lloyd Super 8 Prize Winners Saddles Bob Felkins & Tvon Yazzie Buckles Brian Friar & Scott Jamison Chad Stringfellow & Jose Adame Breast Collars Randy Torman & Manny Perez Jesus Guerrero & Manny Perez Justin Mays & Jose Adame All Girls Buckle Winners Sierra Stoll & Kera Washburn Kids Dummy Roping Winners Denton Dunning / Ethan Fancher / Trey Nowlin Open Roping Go Round 1. Tom Richards/Anthony Calmelat, 6.68, $370 Average 1. Tom Richards/Anthony Calmelat, 31.1, $1,680; 2. Bill Snure/Cullen Teller, 36.5, $1,000; 3. Chance Kiehne/Cullen Teller, 37.99, $670 #15 Roping Go Round 1. Nathan Singletary/Matt Cumbie, 6.07, $700 Average 1. Dusty Penrod/Nate Mortensen, 38.97, $3,130; 2. Barrett Littell/Nick Sarchett, 39.71, $1,880; 3. Nathan Singletary/Matt Cumbie, 42.57, $1,250 #13 Pick or Draw Roping Go Round 1. Garrett Odle/Clint Bedoya, 7.53, $650; 2. Pete Magill/Clint Bedoya, 7.67, $390; 3. Michael Calmelat/Armando Flores, 7.71, $260 Average 1. Michael Calmelat/Armando Flores, 24.63, $3,030; 2. Scooter Ochoa/Trinity Jacobs, 24.99, $2,570; 3. Jamie Singletary/Clint Bedoya, 25.26, $2,100; 4. Mike McLean/Ramon Maez, 25.83, $1,630; 5. Kristi

Photos Courtesy of Les Stukenberg / rodeofotos

Selph/Trinity Jacobs, 26.64, $1,170; 6. Norbert Goldtooth/Jeremy Alcott, 26.75, $700; 7. Armon Pearson/Leander Barton, 28.2, $470 #13 World Series Shortgo Fast Time 1. Sid Cooley/Kyle Romo, 8.35, $1,000 Average 1. Paul Brandt/Nick Sarchett, 36.45, $11,000; 2. Ron Lee/Ben Scott, 37.45, $7,660; 3. Michelle Rezzonico/Travis Smith, 39.22, $5,660; 4. Scott Early/Jayson Jonovich, 39.38, $4,000; 5. Terrance Claw/OJ Williams, 40.04, $3,000; 6. Pete Magill/Matt Cumbie, 40.69, $2,000 #12 World Series ShortGo Fast Time 1. Jason Williams/Byron May, 7.92, $1,000 Average 1. Jim Wales/Brian Barton, 36.21, $12,420; 2. Rod Reidhead/Ty H. Toledo, 37.02, $8,430; 3. Jerry B. Lilly/Travis Smith, 37.76, $6,650; 4. Calvin Grieve/Ken Wartz, 38.11, $4,880; 5. Don Siefert/Scott McCulloch, 39.84, $3,990; 6. Jim Blasingame/Wallace Berryhill, 41.65, $3,550; 7. Carl Luna/Ramon Maez, 42.15, $2,660; 8. G. W. Myers/Glen Crane, 42.68, $1,770 #11 Pick or Draw Roping Go Round 1. Bill Fancher/Judd Logan, 6.61, $1,090; 2. Trinity Jacobs/Scooter Ochoa, 7.39, $650; 3. Lucas Mackenzie/Travis Ericcson, 7.5, $440 Average 1. Dexter Williams/Roger Gishie Sr., 24.96, $5,090; 2. Lucas Mackenzie/John Mackenzie, 24.98, $4,310; 3. Salvador Flores Sr./Salvador Flores, 26.7, $3,530; 4. Garrett Odle/Clint Goodey, 27.95, $2,740; 5. Jamie Singletary/Dell Millward, 28.74, $1,960; 6. Tyler Saganitso/Waylan Riggs, 28.94, $1,180; 7. Tatum Early/Alvin Williams, 29.16, $780 #11 World Series Shortgo Fast Time 1. Clint Bedoya/Garrett Odle, 8.86, $1,000 Average 1. Mike McLean/Matt Porter, 34.31, $12,840; 2. Jim Wales/Troy Baxter, 38.04, $9,090; 3. Dave Washburn/Buddy Young, 38.38, $6,950; 4. Clint Bedoya/Brandon Bedoya, 38.87, $5,880; 5. Jerry Stutts/Ben Overson, 39.9, $4,810; 6. Wes Short/Richard Martin, 40.69, $4,280; 7. Robert Clark/John Sproul, 40.94, $3,210; 8. Kelly W. Cheatham/Lee Cheatham, 41.19, $2,670; 9. Rachel Mendoza/Rene Rodriguez, 41.59, $2,140; 10. Howard Penrod/Jigger McKinley, 45.02, $1,600 #10 World Series Average 1. Jody Perkins/Brandon Perkins, 44.72, $11,020; 2. Mark Nixon/Scooter Ochoa, 47.97, $7,710; 3. Seth Kent/Daniel Nowlin, 47.99, $5,870; 4. Craig Schlueter/Gary Mayfield, 51.4, $4,410; 5. James C.

#12 World Series Champions, Jim Wales and Brian Barton

#13 World Series Champions, Paul Brandt and Nick Sarchett

Super 8 Green/Garrett Odle, 56.07, $3,300; 6. Felipe Go Round Pinedo/Emerson Begay, 64.98, $2,570; 7. Kay 1. Tamber Hopkins/Matt Shiew, 8.22, $540; 2. Trevor Perkins/Ty Reidhead, 31.01, $1,840 Nowlin/Paul Rosson, 8.59, $360 All Girl Average Go Round 1. Bob Felkins/Tvon Yazzie, 33, $2,670; 2. Brian 1. Mandy Sproul/Kera Washburn, 8.59, $250; 2. Friar/Scott Jamison, 35.27, $1,840; 3. Chad Shannon Matheson/Tammy Lewis, 8.69, $170 Stringfellow/Jose Adame, 35.66, $1,380; 4. Randy Average Torman/Manny Perez, 36.66, $970; 5. Jesus 1. Sierra Stoll/Kera Washburn, 32.72, $1,890; 2. Guerrero/Manny Perez, 37.96, $730; 6. Justin Teran Broberg/Kera Washburn, 35.41, $1,130; 3. Mays/Jose Adame, 38.18, $490 Mandy Sproul/Tammy Lewis, 36.71, $760 Super 9 Go Round 1. Troy Jodie/Jose Adame, 7.89, $1,060; 2. Justin Mays/Julian Todacheenie, 8.06, $640; 3. Salvador Flores Sr/Samuel Marquez, 8.42, $420 Average 1. Jesus Guerrero/Rowdy Suckla, 29.93, $4,580; 2. Pat Kirby/Daniel Roanhorse, 30.03, $3,240; 3. Walter Baxter/Manny Perez, 34.45, $2,480; 4. Barrett Littell/Robyn Freberg, 34.47, $2,100; 5. Barrett Littell/Scott Jamison, 35.78, $1,720; 6/7. AnnDee White/Bruce Teague, 35.83, $1,340; 6/7. Bob Felkins/Wyatt Lloyd, 35.83, $1,340; 8. Bob Felkins/DJ Billingsley Jr., 35.95, $950; 9. Larry Hale/Gavin Gonzalez, 36.63, All Girl Champions, Mandy Sproul and Kera Washburn $760; 10. Becky Spurgeon/Reed Rider, 37.61, $570

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#11 World Series Champions, Mike McLean and Matt Porter

#10 World Series Champions, Jody Perkins and Brandon Perkins

Kids Dummy Roping Winners, Denton Dunning / Ethan MONTH AUG 11 Fancher / Trey Nowlin

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R AR TAR TA STA ER S UPER SUP S “Starlight” won more than $100,000 last year, and was the Reno Rodeo/Perry Di Loreto Champion Heeling Horse.

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WSTR QUALIFIER Bernalillo Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Posse Arena Albuquerque, New Mexico August 13-14, 2011 Saturday, August 13 Books open at 8:00 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m. #15 Warm-Up $150/roper, Pick Partners Enter 2x #13 World Series Qualifier Enter 2x #12 World Series Qualifier Enter 2x #11 Warm-Up Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper Enter 2x

Sunday, August 14 Books open at 8:00 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m. #11 World Series Qualifier

CASH ONLY

#10 World Series Qualifier Enter 2x #9 Handicap Roping Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper Enter 2x (total of 6 partners) 1st 2nd 3rd 4th

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

For more information call: Oren Mathews 505.617.0627 â&#x20AC;˘ Chris Francis 505.429.0164 bigdaddyteamroping@yahoo.com Must be at least 21 years or older to rope in World Series Qualifier. Must have a 2011 World Series Membership to collect winnings. Ropers under 21 must have a 2011 Junior Permit ($30) to rope in all add-on (Pick/Draw) ropings. Memberships can be purchased at event. Resistol Rule: Cowboy Hat or No Hat - No Ball Caps Official World Series of Team Roping Sponsors

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WORDS CAN’T DESCRIBE THE CLASSIC FEEL

SUCCESS IS IN YOUR HANDS

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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL FINALS

LOOPS WILL FLY. CASH WILL FLOW. AUGUST 4-7, CLOVIS, NEW MEXICO. PRE-ENTRY REQUIRED. ENTRY FORMS AVAILABLE at www.ustrc.com

2010 TOTAL PAYOUT

338,541

CASH & PRIZES

NEW IN 2011 $10,000 MINIMUM GUARANTEED ADDED CASH IN GOLD PLUS ROPING! DRAW IN OPTION AVAILABLE ON SITE ONLY AND MAY ONLY BE USED TO ENTER THE PRELIMINARY AND GOLD DIVISIONS.

$1,410,000

$5,000 Guaranteed

in Flex Earnings Awarded

to Average Winners of the #15 Shoot Out

$5,000 Guaranteed to Average Winners of the Open

$10,000 Guaranteed to Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 Shoot Outs

PRIZES SHOOT OUT PRIZES 12 Trophy Martin Saddles Avg winners of #15, #13, #12, #11, #10, #9

PRELIMINARY PRIZES 8 Trophy Martin Saddles Avg Winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 6 Trophy Leather Rope Bags Avg Winners of the Open, #15 & #13 22 Trophy Gist Buckles 2nd Place Avg Winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 Incentive Avg Winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9 1st – 3rd Place Avg Winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

Gold Plus Incentive Avg Winners Trophy Gist Buckles Classic Equine Rope Bag ESP Saddle Pad Classic Equine Top Load Hay Bag High Point Gold Plus Roper of the Weekend 2011 NFTR Package — Entry Fees Paid to Two NF Shoot-Outs — Two Stalls for up to 9 Nights — One VIP RV Space — Leather NFTR Jacket

GOLD PLUS PRIZES Gold Plus Avg Winners 2011 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event. For more information and entry forms visit www.ustrc.com or call 254.968.0002 Photo courtesy of Lone Wolf Photo

Tooled Trophy Leather Rope Bags Resistol Felt Hat Tony Lama Boots 3 Pair Cinch or Cruel Girl Jeans

JR LOOPER PRIZE 3 Trophy Gist Buckles Winners of 6 & Under, 7-9, 10-12

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SCHEDULE THURSDAY AUGUST 4, 10 AM

SATURDAY AUGUST 6, 8 AM

Open (with #15 Incentive)

#11 (with #10 Incentive)

#15 Handicap

#11 Shoot-Out

#15 Shoot-Out

#10 (capped at Elite #6) with #9 incentive

FRIDAY AUGUST 5, 8 AM #13 Handicap

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

Saturday 12 noon Kids 6 & Under, 7–9, 10–12

#13 Shoot-Out Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Incentive) Century Bonus Available. $10,000 minimum added to GP purse. #12 (with #11 Incentive)

AUGUST 4-7 CLOVIS, NEW MEXICO CURRY COUNTY ARENA PRE-ENTRY MUST BE POSTMARKED BY JULY 22, 2011 Anyone Can Enter Preliminary Ropings Draw Positions Available 8/3/2011 www.ustrc.com

STALLS: Reservations taken from Gold Plus members only. Must be made no later than July 29, 2011. For reservations call Ty Hillman at 254.968.0002 ext. 5102. All other stalls on a first-come first-served basis. No tieouts allowed. $25 a night plus shavings. Current Coggins required.

HOST HOTEL: HAMPTON INN 2212 Mabry Drive, Clovis, NM 88101

#12 Shoot-Out

SUNDAY,AUGUST 8, 8 AM #9 (capped at Elite #5) with #8 incentive #9 Shoot-Out (capped at Elite #5) #8 Pick/Draw (capped at #4)

ROPING FORMATS PRELIMINARY ROPINGS Any current USTRC member may enter the Preliminaries. #15, #13, #12, #11, #10, #9: 4-steer Average, progressive after one. Entry fee is $150/roper. May enter two times in each roping. #15 (#14 team, 1.5 sec. off, #13 and under team, 3 sec. off); #13 (#12 team, 1.5 sec. off, #11 and under team, 3 sec. off); #12 (with #11 Incentive) #11(with #10 Incentive)#10 (with #9 Incentive); #9 (with #8 Incentive). Top 20 teams to the short round. Top 30 to the short round of the #9 only. Top five placing teams in the Average of the Regional Preliminary ropings will receive $6,000 in Flex Earnings. All other teams that qualify to the Short Round will receive $2,000 in Flex Earnings.Top five placing teams of the Incentive in the #12, #11, #10 and #9 receive $2,000 in Flex Earnings.

505-763-3300 Ask for USTRC Roper Rate

CHOICE HOTELS: choicesportstravel.com Special Rate ID# 00214570 2011 USTRC membership required before you rope and may be purchased at this event.

DIRECTIONS From Hwy 84, turn left at Curry Rd G/Sugar Beet R. Take the 2nd right onto County Rd 9/Curry Rd 9. Continue onto E Brady Ave. Destination will be on the right

Teams placing in the top 5% in the Average of the Preliminary ropings will automatically earn a position in the Regional Shoot-Out roping with entry fees paid. #12 Gold Plus with #10 Incentive. Minimum of $10,000 added to GP purse: 4-steer Average (Incentive determined on 3-steer Average), progressive after one. Century Bonus Available. Entry fee is $150/roper. May enter three times, any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive for a maximum of three entries. $6,000 in Flex Earnings will be awarded to teams placing 1st - 5th in the Average and Incentive Average. Must be 21 or order to enter. #8 Pick/Draw (capped at a #4), pick 1, draw 1 for $120/roper. 3 steer, progressive after 1. #7 team - 2 sec off and #6 and under team - 3 sec. off. Top 30 teams to the Short Round. ON-SITE ENTRY ONLY. Books close at 11:00 a.m. Top 10 placing teams will receive $6,000 in Flex Earnings.

SOUTHWEST OPEN Double US Open Tour points awarded to 1st through 10th place in the Average. 5-steer Average, progressive after one. Entry fee is $200/roper, enter three times provided at least one is Incentive. Incentive is a #15 and will be determined on four-head. (Top five Incentive teams will earn $2,000 in Flex Earnings.)

SHOOT-OUT ROPINGS Ropers may not enter with the same partner more than once in any Shoot-Out Division. Qualification for a Regional Shoot-Out requires $2,000 of available earnings, which may come from either partner or a contribution from both partners. You may use a portion (increments of $100) of Available Earnings (sum of Flex Earnings and Applied Earnings) toward a Shoot-Out qualification. For example, if the Header has $1,400 in Available Earnings and the Heeler has $600 in Available Earnings, they can combine their Available Earnings to qualify for a Regional Shoot-Out. Eligibility to enter a Shoot-out division requires the roper to participate in a 2011 season Affiliate, Grassroots, or Sanctioned qualifier – OR participate in a Regional Preliminary prior to the Shoot-out entry in that division. Shoot-Out ropings will not be handicapped nor have incentive. No more than two entries per roper is allowed in each division of the Shoot-Out roping. Shoot-Out ropings will be progressive after one in all ropings. Entry fee is $150 per roper. #15 and #13 Shoot-Outs are five-steer Averages. #12, #11, #10 and #9 are four-steer Averages. All teams that qualify to the short round will receive $6,000 in Flex Earnings.

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Come see us in Edgewood at 1912 Old Hwy 66 505/286-4115

Goat Roping August 6, 2011 Old Mill 00 $1,0e add d Enter at 4:00 p.m.

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Economy Round Pens $499

$10/team • Buckles & many more prizes!

Plenty of Fun & Prizes For info: Corky or David 505/865-5432 A MONTH-AUG 2011

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Rafter 5 Roping Company Friday Night Team Ropings Horsemens Arena, Belen, NM August 5, 2011 September 2, 2011

Grants Rodeo Grounds, Grants, NM August 26, September 23, October 21, 2011

Enter 6:00 p.m. • Rope at 7:00 p.m. #12 Handicap Pick or Draw - No Cap $25/roper, enter up #11 team - 1 sec. off #10 Team - 2 sec. off #9 & under team - 3 sec. off #9 Handicap Pick or Draw - Capped at a #5 $25/roper, enter up #8 Team - 1 sec. off #7 Team - 2 sec. off #6 & under team - 3 sec. off

BOTH ROPINGS WILL BE RUN AT THE SAME TIME 3 steer progressive on 1

CASH ONLY For info: John English 505.239.7617

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Trailer Winners ‘03 - Buzz Bates ‘04 - Zane Neilson ‘05 - Jim White ‘06 - Faron Olsen ‘07 - Quinn Kessler ‘08 - Seth Webber '09 - Hadley Dunn '10 - Rex Wilkins

AUGUST 2011

9th Annual Robbers Roost Team Roping Classic 2-HORSE SLANT TRAILER TO HIGH POINT ROPER

August 11-13, 2011 • Price, UT Carbon County Fairgrounds

Thursday Night: RANDY FINKBINER MEMORIAL ROPING Carbon County & Emery County Residents ONLY! Deluxe Saddles to the Average winners of #11 Handicap Roping

3-steer • Pick 1, Draw 3, or Draw all 4 for $100 Enter 3 times for a total of 12 partners To enter you must presently live in or in your lifetime have lived in either county. Enter 6:00 p.m. • Rope at 7:00 p.m.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY - ALL ROPERS WELCOME!

Friday

Roping Handicaps

Sign up 9 a.m. • Rope at 10 a.m. #8 teams - 0 #10 Handicap Equalizer • Handicapped up #7 teams - 1 and down • Pick 1, Draw 3 #6 teams - 3 or Draw all 4 for $100/roper • Enter 3x followed by #4 & Under Saddle Roping Pick 1, Draw 3 or Draw all 4 for $100 • Enter 3x Saddles to 1st in Average • Cash paid back 2nd - 6th place, depending on number of teams.

CASH ONLY

#10 TRAILER ROPING

sec. off sec. off sec. off

Trailer Roping Handicaps #10 Teams - 0 sec. off #9 teams - 1 sec. off #8 teams - 3 sec. off

All teams winning Average check Thursday & Friday will receive 1 free draw entry in Trailer Roping on Saturday.

TRIAD NUMBERS ONLY

Trailer roping - 1/3 stock charge, 2/3 prize and cash pay-out • Progressive Our goal this year is to have the trailer completely paid for by sponsors Payoff: 10 places in cash in the Average • 3 places cash paid in 1st go High Point roper will win a deluxe 2-horse slant load trailer! Winner responsible for TT&L

For info. call

Saturday Sign up 9 a.m., Rope at 10 a.m. WARM-UP DRAWPOT - 3 for $20 No cap followed by

Trailer Roping

Must be entered by 11 a.m. #10 Handicap Trailer Roping Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100 Enter 4 times for a total of 12 partners Capped at an Elite #6

Zane Dansie • 801/599-1238 ZD Cattle Company

65th Annual Navajo Nation Fair

“Big Bucks” Roping September 8-9, 2011 • Window Rock, AZ Navajo Nation Fairground Portable Roping Arena

#11 Payout - $5,000 to Hi-Point Roper Thursday, September 8 Sign up at 8:00 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m.

Open Drawpot - 6X 3-steers for $30/roper Immediately to follow Books close at 11:00 a.m.

#11 Handicap Pick 1, draw 3 for $150 Enter 3X for a total of 12 partners TRIAD NUMBERS ONLY

#11 Handicap Average Awards 1st place Fully Tooled Master Saddles + $2,000 4th place $600 2nd place $1,500 5th place $400 3rd place $1,000 ALL PLACES ARE PER TEAM PAYOUT BASED ON 250 PAID TEAMS.

Friday, September 9 10:00 a.m.

Ladies Breakaway 4-calves for $150/roper Limited to 40 ropers

Zane Dansie 801/599-1238 • zdroping.com • www.navajonationfair.com The Navajo Nation and the Navajo Nation Fair Office will not be held responsible for any loss, due to accident, theft, bodily injury, personal injury, including loss of property.

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Labor Day Triple Header September 3, 4 & 5, 2011 #6 and Under Pick 1/Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $120/roper Enter 4x • Books open at 8:00 a.m. Rope at 9:00 a.m.

ALL PRIZES GUARANTEED Buckles + Cash to Top Header and Heeler Each Day Cash to 2nd, 3rd and 4th Place Each Day

High Money Winners for the Weekend 1st Place Header and Heeler receive Fancy Running P saddles 2nd Place - Buckles 3rd Place - Knives 4th Place - Fancy Halters 5th Place - Flasks Buckle to High Money Female for the Weekend

Team Roping Scheduled Dates July 31, 2011

August 11, 14 & 26, 2011

August 19, 2011

Draw 6 for $125/roper Capped at 6 straight • 3 Header Books open at 8:30 a.m. Close at 9:30 a.m. Rope at 10:00 a.m. sharp Buckles to High Money Winners Header and Heeler

Round Robin 12 x 12 for $125/roper

Handicap Pick 1/Draw 2 or Draw all 3 • $75/roper Capped at #6 • Enter 3x

Jeff Martinez 505/553-4501

Jim Bruhn 505/450-5099

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96th Annual Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo September 3, 4 & 5, 2011

“Best Little Rodeo in Arizona” GCPRA Sanctioned Rodeo Mutton' Busting will start at 1 p.m. each day followed by the Wild Horse Race (Sunday only) and the Main Rodeo Performance starting at 2 p.m. Steak Fry at 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Dance at 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday Wild Cow Milking • 3 man team (Saturday & Monday only) Contact Manuel Murrietta 520/400-3119

Kids Jr. Rodeo, September 3, 4, & 5 at 1:00 p.m. Buckles to Winners Every Day as well as Prizes Awarded to 3rd Place Mutton Bustin’(50 lbs & under) Calf Riding (12 & under) Barrel Racing (5-9, 10-14) Entry Fee $20 Entry forms on website at www.sonoitafairgrounds.com Entries taken Monday, August 8 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. 520/471-7323 Call Gwen Jordan for more information 520/471-7323 All events are Central Entry except team roping on Saturday and Sunday (Jackpot Format). Day permit can be bought to rope in Monday’s sanctioned team roping for $25 (unless you are a local) You must enter through Central Entry Monday, August 29, 2011. Central Entry Events: 623/388-0391• Central Entry Team Roping: 623/388-0201

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Monday, September 5 Special Team Roping with Parent

$40/team Books open at 7 a.m. rope at 8 a.m. sharp Open w/#12 Incentive • $50/roper • enter 3x Incentive: 1 second off of first steer, 1/2 second off of short round steer. Top 20 teams back to short round in performance 1/3 stock charge Stock Contractor: T5 and V Heart Rodeo If any questions call Brent Cole 520/971-8436 Manuel Murrietta 520/400-3119 September 5, 2011 GCPRA Team Roping need to pre-enter with GCPRA Central Entry

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Tate Shelley Benefit Roping & Barrel Race August 19-21, 2011 Baird Arena • Cliff, New Mexico Barrel Race Friday • August 19 7:00 p.m. 8:30 p.m.

Time only $5 each Race $40 70% Payback • 4D Format • Ground fees - $5/horse Minors must have parent present to sign waiver

Team Roping Saturday • August 20

Maynard Buckles to Winners

Enter 8:00 a.m. • Rope 9:00 a.m. SHARP!

Maynard Buckles to Winners

Team Roping Sunday • August 21

Enter 8:00 a.m. • Rope 9:00 a.m. SHARP!

#13 Pick/Draw Pick 1, Draw 2 for $120/roper Enter 2x

#11 Pick/Draw Pick 1, Draw 2 for $120/roper Enter 2x

#9 Pick/Draw Pick 1, Draw 2 for $120/roper Enter 2x

7:00 p.m. BARBEQUE • LIVE AUCTION • DANCE

Saddle To High Money Roper Each Day May have cut-off time according to number of teams for more information call Troy Shelley 575.574.8591

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WSTR QUALIFIER Shelley Productions August 26, 2011 Hidalgo County Fair • Lordsburg, NM Enter at 9:00 a.m. • Rope at 10:00 a.m.

#13 World Series Qualifier $150/roper Enter 2x #12 World Series Qualifier $150/roper Enter 2x

Short Rounds Friday Night During Rodeo • 7:00 p.m.

MUST HAVE CURRENT WORLD SERIES CARD TO ROPE for more information call Troy Shelley 575.574.8591 Official World Series of Team Roping Sponsors

Thank you to our SHELLEY PRODUCTIONS sponsors

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ROPE THIS SUMMER IN BEAUTIFUL, SUNNY Circle T Arena

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Schedule of Events I #5 and Under Saddle Roping Draw 3 for $100/roper • May enter twice for a total of 6 partners • Capped at a #5 • 3-head, progressive Saddle to High Point Roper Buckle to Second High Point Roper Wrangler Jean Certificates to Average Winners

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$5,000 to High Point Roper TRIAD or World Series numbers New 70% Guarantee - Zamora Roping Productions has paid out over ONE MILLION DOLLARS in PRIZES over the past 20 years above and beyond the HUGE CASH PAYOUTS! We will now be making it standard policy to pay back 70% in Cash and Prizes at all our Guaranteed Cash and Prize formats! Come get your share of the loot! For more information call Zamora Roping Productions 505/469-4388 or visit www.zamoraroping.com

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We Pawn Cars, Trucks, Tools, Jewelry, Native American Items, Electronics, Trailers, RV’s, Off Road Toys, Boats, Ranch Equipment, Tractors, and Much More. Located at Exit 257 North of Interstate I-40 2 miles East of Winslow, Arizona Auto Sales: 928/289-1993 Pawn Shop: 928/289-1995

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Please join us for the 2nd Annual

Events for the whole family including an egg toss and a threelegged race.

Herbie Honne ROPE FOR THE HEART Memorial Roping AND BARREL RACE

September 23-25, 2011 Sproul’s Arena • Las Cruces, NM Friday H “Queen of Hearts” Open 4D Barrel Race Exhibitions 5:00 p.m. 4D Race 7:00 p.m. Buckles to each “D” division Average winner

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Church 9:30-10:30 a.m. Rope at 11:00 a.m.

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Capped at #7 Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper. Enter 2 times. If entered in the draw, ropers may pick two additional partners for Dress you and your horse in $50/roper red to be voted 2011’s Handicap: #12 add 2 sec. Queen of Hearts. #11 add 1 sec. #10 straight time #9 minus 2 sec. Dear Friends, #8 and below minus 3 We are excited to announce that the 2nd Annual Rope for the Heart will be held at Sproul’s Arena in Las Cruces, NM, September 23 through the 25. We have so many great things planned and are really getting sec. excited $40 Entry Fee $5 Office Charge $5 Exhibitions

about raising lots of money for the American Heart Association. We cannot thank everyone enough for all of the donations, time, and hard work that was put into last year! Our contributions exceeded what we expected for our first year and are sure this year will be even better. Rope for the Heart is a not-for-profit organization started in memory of Herbie Honne, and all who have passed because of heart complications. It is a wonderful event for friends and family to come together and enjoy the weekend while raising money to fight the number one killer of our families. In the United States, 12 million people suffer from coronary heart disease. Heart attacks happen to 7 million people. 35% of people with high blood pressure are not aware of it. Surprisingly, every 29 seconds, a person suffers from some type of coronary occurrence. 50% of heart attack victims wait for two hours before requesting help. The result, a quarter of million people die annually before they reach a hospital. The website will be updated shortly (www.ropefortheheart.intuitwebsites.com.) We invite you to send names of family members or friends you have lost to conditions of the heart to wbreno4@juno.com . We will post their name on our In Memory page. WE NEED YOUR HELP! If anyone is interested in helping with the following please contact us at the above email. – Someone to manage the website by updating changes and adding names to the In Memory page. – Someone interested in organizing a raffle to help raise money. Last year we raffled a saddle. – Someone who can send out dinner and dance tickets as they are purchased & keep a running # for the caterer. – Individuals who would like to collect or donate silent auction items. – Anyone interested in being a sponsor to increase our donation to the American Heart Association. Thank you all for your time and help! We are really excited to see the growth this year. If you have any questions or comments please feel free to contact us anytime. — See you all soon, Mando Honne & Family, Wesley Reno & Family

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H #13 Handicapped Slide Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper. Enter 2 times If entered in the draw, ropers may pick two additional partners for $50/roper Handicap: #15 add 4 sec. #14 add 2 sec. #13 straight time #11 minus 2 sec. #10 minus 4 sec. #9 minus 6 sec. #8 and below minus 8 sec.

Saturday Evening Dinner at 7:30 p.m. Dance at 8:30 on the slab at Sproul’s arena. $20/person, kids 12 and under free. Please RSVP by July 15, 2010 to Brady at 575.636.7098 Cowboy Classic Saddles to the Average Winners of the #10 and #13 Maynard Buckles to Average Winners of Open Roping Plus Many More Prizes 100% of the proceeds will go to the American Heart Association to assist in research and to help families in crisis. Info: ropefortheheart.intuitwebsites.com Roping info: Wesley Reno 915.525.2219 or 575.527.5190 Stalls and RVs info: Shane or Julie Sproul 575.526.3456

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Back by popular demand Bishop’s Trailer Sales & Old Town Feed

5th Annual Trailer/Saddle Roping November 25 & 26, 2011 Marana Heritage Arena Two arenas will be used Last year’s payout $68,500 in cash & $20,000 in prizes Don’t be a turkey and miss this roping!

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Roughstock Event Invades Grants Jr. Rodeo Series Wraps Up in Grants The Cibola County Gymkhana Rodeo chalked up another Spring rodeo series. The long Spring series was interrupted by the recent EVH1 virus but finished up over the weekend if May 21-22 in Grants, NM. The series set new marks in number of contestants, as well as season-ending prize payouts. A Total of eight Running P Saddles were awarded to the top boy and girl point winners in each of the 4 age groups, as well

6 And Under Boys - Cooper Davis

as Frontier Buckles to reserve champions and a slew of other prizes including breast collars, spurs, stirrups, hat cans, custom hats and picture frames and more. The success of the Spring series has spawned the next step in youth rodeo in Grants as the local committee is setting the stage for a Fall Series that will take place throughout three months beginning in August. Congratulations to all of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s champions and to the CCGR members for all of their hard efforts to the sport of Jr. rodeo.

Saddle Winners Galore Grants Wild West Days 4th of July Jr. Rodeo Saddle Winners 6-under Boys - Jhett Truby 6-under Girls - Quincy Sullivan 7-Under Girls - Payton McNiel 7-Under Boys - Sterling English 10-13 Boys - Sterling Cowdrey 10-13 Girls - Kailtyn Harwell 14-18 Boys - Josh Keese 14-18 Girls - Zoe Billings Rough Stock Sheep Riding 1. Truby, Jhett, 62, Buckle; 2. Muller, Zaryah, 54; 3. Crawley, Seanna, 49; 4. Chavez, Lucas, 44; 5. Ramone, Aldrian, 41; 6. Keedah, Tyler, 38; 7. Angelus, Cable, 37; 8. McDaugle, Caleb, 36; 9. Nelson, Tyrick, 23 Calf Riding 1. Chavez, Joseph, 73, Buckle Steer Riding 1/2. Woodbury, Ed, 74, Buckle; 1/2. Begay, Myrick, 74, Buckle; 3. Mariano, Vinell, 73; 4. Mitchell, Teddy, 37 Bull Riding 1. Cortes, Josh, 80, Buckle; 2. Spencer, Jacob, 72 Bareback Riding 1. Ortega, Wyatt, 0, Buckle Saddle Bronc Riding 1. Charlson, Colt, 71, Buckle 6-under Boys / 6-under Girls Boys All-Around Champion Jhett Truby Girls All-Around Champion Quincy Sullivan Barrels 1. Reno, Weslyn, 17.554, $76; 2. Hicks, Payson, 19.16, $57; 3. Winner, Denver, 20.735, $38; 4. Trujillo, Aubrey, 20.917, $19 Poles 1. Hicks, Payson, 24.48, $80; 2. Sullivan, Quincy, 27.86, $60; 3. Pioche, Cash, 34.978, $40; 4. Smalley, Natalie, 37.652, $20 Flags 1. Sullivan, Quincy, 7.964, $76; 2. Reno, Weslyn, 8.148, $57; 3. Earle, Wyatt, 9.987, $38; 4. Truby, Jhett, 10.336, $19 Goats 1. Sullivan, Quincy, 6.32, $80; 2. Truby, Jhett, 7.03, $60; 3. Reno, Weslyn, 7.56, $40; 4. Winner, Denver, 7.91, $20 7-9 Boys / 7-9 Girls Boys All-Around Champion Sterling English Girls All-Around Champion Payton Mcniel Barrel Race 1. Ross, Kerstyn, 16.834, $105; 2. Harwell, Clate, 17.751, $63; 3. McNiel, Payton, 17.766, $20 Pole Bending 1. Mirabal, Jaxson, 22.522, $105; 2. McNiel, Payton, 23.366, $63; 3. Wade, Garrett, 24.554, $42 Goat Tying 1. English, Sterling, 14.096, $84; 2. McNiel, Payton, 14.919, $63; 3. Munoz, Landon, 15.517, $42; 4. Hatch, Wade, 16.158, $21

2011 CCGR Series Champions 6 And Under Girls - Aubrey Trujillo

Breakaway 1. Autrey, Cooper, 4.4, $90; 2. Hatch, Wade, 8, $54; 3. McNiel, Payton, 11.03, $36 Steer Breakaway 1. Harwell, Clate, 5.75, $72; 2. English, Sterling, 6.12, $48 Step Down 1. English, Sterling, 17.54, $45 10-13 Girls All-Around Champion Kaitlyn Harwell Barrel Race 1. McNiel, Hayley, 16.923, $126; 2. Albritton,, Katelyn, 16.999, $105; 3. Baca, Jasarra, 17.236, $84; 4. Harwell, Kailtyn, 17.339, $63; 5. Harwell, Jorie, 17.357, $42 Pole Bending 1. Shofner, Bethanie, 21.311, $160; 2. Albritton,, Katelyn, 21.511, $120; 3. Baca, Jasarra, 21.601, $80; 4. Simpson, Chali, 21.736, $40 Goat Tying 1. Simpson, Chali, 9.68, $152; 2. Harwell, Kailtyn, 11.13, $114; 3. Paul, Baylee, 11.28, $76; 4. Mason, Senna, 11.59, $38 Breakaway 1. Hendren, Kateri, 3.81, $144; 2. Richards, Cheyenne, 4.44, $108; 3. King, Shilo, 6.09, $72; 3. Harwell, Jorie, 6.09, $36 Ribbon Roping 1. Hendren, Kateri, 19.72, $40 Team Roping 1. Shofner, Abigail, 14.37, $60 10-13 Boys All-Around Champion Sterling Cowdrey, Bosque Farms, NM Calf Roping 1. Mathews, Colt, 12.63, $108; 2. Cowdrey, Sterling, 13.25, $72 Breakaway 1. Parker, Brayden, 4.18, $150; 2. Munoz, Zane, 5.59, $90; 3. Plant, Tyler, 12.5, $60 Ribbon Roping 1. Cowdrey, Sterling, 10.12, $120; 2. Montano, Tyler, 18.76, $72; 3. Hise, Tyler, 19.24, $48 Team Roping 1. Narramore, Shay, 13.93, $144; 2. Yeomans, Bryant, 17.16, $96 Chute Dogging 1. Mathews, Colt, 5.78, $80 Goat Tying 1. Cowdrey, Sterling, 14.22, $120; 2. Plant, Tyler, 14.85, $80 14-18 Girls All-Around Champion Zoe Billings, Dona Ana, NM Barrel Race 1. Sanchez, Ariana, 16.729, $170; 2. Wolfe, Haley, 16.778, $127.; 3. Cline, Nalynn, 17.111, $85; 4. Elkins, Lany, 17.304, $42 Pole Bending 1. Garcia, Shyann, 21.292, $150; 2. Cline, Whitley, 21.445, $90; 3. Johnson, Shelby, 21.698, $60 Goat Tying 1. Adcock, Lindsey, 8.65, $195; 2. Billings, Zoe, 9.29, $117; 3. Lefebre, Ciara, 9.56, $78 Breakaway

7 - 9 Girls - Krysta Barajas 7 - 9 Boys - Sterlin English 10 - 13 Girls - Chali Simpson 10 - 13 Boys - Brody Wade 14 - 18 Girls - Cherrice Garcia 14 -18 Boys - Eathan Thompson Rough Stock Winners! Champion Sheep Rider- Zaryah Muller Champion Calf Rider - Travis Wimberley Champion Steer Rider - Justin Neill 1. Billings, Zoe, 4.5, $175; 2. Noe, Jordan, 4.82, $105; 3. Parker, Casey, 7.54, $70 14-18 Boys All Around Champion Josh Keese, Ocala Florida Calf Roping 1. Richards, Dalton, 13.95, $105.00; 2. Keese, Josh, 28.34, $70.00 Team Roping 1. Richards, Dalton, 10.09, $150.00; 2. Thompson, Eathan, 13.37, $90.00; 3. Jaramillo, Mark, 15.94, $60.00 Ribbon Roping 1. Bateman, Lane, 10.5, $137.50; 2. Keese, Josh, 14.34, $82.50; 3. Marez, Price, 15.32, $55.00 Breakaway 1. Jaramillo, Mark, 3.68, $135.50; 2. Marez, Price, 3.89, $82.50; 3. Keese, Josh, 4.03, $55.00 Point Results 6-under Boys 1. Jhett Truby, 19; 2. Cash Pioche, 14; 3. Wyatt Earle, 14; 4. Calvin Autrey, 12; 5. Caleb McDaugle, 11 6-under Girls 1. Quincy Sullivan, 33; 2. Weslyn Reno, 27; 3. Aubrey Trujillo, 24; 4. Payson Hicks, 21; 5. Natalie Smalley, 19; 6. Denver Winner, 15; 7. Tia Gonzales, 7; 8. Jami Telford, 5; 9. Shauncey Cordova, 4; 10. Jorianne Mirabal, 1 7-Under Girls 1. Payton McNiel, 34; 2. Kerstyn Ross, 29; 3. Mia Wilson, 4; 4. Cheyenne Pioche, 3 7-Under Boys 1. Sterling English, 29; 2. Clate Harwell, 19; 3. Garrett Wade, 18; 4. Jaxson Mirabal, 17; 5. Cooper Autrey, 17; 6. Wade Hatch, 16; 7. Landon Munoz, 15; 8. Denton Faver, 10; 9. Landon Winner, 10; 10. Gunner Truby, 9; 11. Bladen Reno, 7; 12. Jacob Yazzie, 7; 13. Bodie Narramore, 2; 14. Joren Mirabal, 1 10-13 Boys 1. Sterling Cowdrey, 29; 2. Colt Mathews, 26; 3. Zane Munoz, 24; 4. Brayden Parker, 17; 5. Tyler Plant, 17; 6. Bryant Yeomans, 16; 7. Shay Narramore, 15; 8. Tyler Montano, 15; 9. Tyler Hise, 8; 10. Derek Runyan, 8; 11. Brody Wade, 6; 12. Jorrell Mirabal, 5; 13. Ryder King, 4 10-13 Girls 1. Kailtyn Harwell, 25; 2. Kateri Hendren, 23; 3. Chali Simpson, 21; 4. Katelyn Albritton,, 18; 5. Jorie Harwell, 18; 6. Jasarra Baca, 16; 7. Hayley McNiel, 16; 8. Bethanie Shofner, 15; 9. Cheyenne Richards, 14; 10. Abigail Shofner, 10; 11. McKenzie Watkins, 9; 12. Baylee Paul, 8; 13. Shilo King, 8; 14. Senna Mason, 7; 15. Nakona Danley, 7; 16. Peyton McKinley, 7; 17. Kasey Eaves, 6; 18. Melissa Gabaldon, 6; 19. Lexie Jackson, 4; 20. Micaela Parker, 3; 21. Dorothy Strange, 2 14-18 Boys 1. Josh Keese, 32; 2. Price Marez, 32; 3. Dalton Richards, 27; 4. Eathan Thompson, 21; 5. Mark Jaramillo, 18; 6. Lane Bateman, 10; 7. Christian Sandoval, 6; 8. Brett Clark, 4; 9. Devon Burris, 0; 10. Brandon Chief, 0; 11. Corey Lefebre, 0; 12. Nathaniel Mondragon, 0; 13. Alan Trujillo, 0 14-18 Girls 1. Zoe Billings, 30; 2. Shelby Johnson, 18; 3. Lindsey Adcock, 17; 4. Haley Wolfe, 16; 5. Jordan Noe, 16; 6. Whitley Cline, 15; 7. Ciara Lefebre, 11; 8. Lany Elkins, 11; 9. Ariana Sanchez, 10; 10. Shyann Garcia, 10; 11. Casey Parker, 9; 12. Nalynn Cline, 8; 13. Bailey Harwell, 8; 14. Jacey Johnson, 7; 15. Blair Robinson, 7; 16. Dakota Danley, 6

ll-Around Congratulations to all of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s winners! Cibola County Gymkhana Rodeo Spring Series Point Championship 6 & Under Girls Points 1. Aubrey Trujillo, 229.5; 2. Payson Hicks, 216; 3. Tia Gonzales, 125.5; 4. Jenesis Truieque, 107.5; 5. Krya (No Points) Hendren, 32; 6. Teya (No Points) Yeomans, 0 6 & Under Boys Points 1. Cooper Davis, 242; 2. Jordan Wagner, 225; 3. Caleb McDaugale, 110; 4. Zarayh (No Points) Muller, 23.5; 5. Camren (No Points) Mcdaugale, 3; 6. Vincent (No Points) Sanchez, 0 7-9 Girls Points 1. Krysta Barajas, 168; 2. Quincy Sullivan, 143; 3. Mia Wilson, 141; 4. Tia Stevenson, 96.5; 5. Donna Begay, 16; 6. Gabriella Pargas, 15

7-9 Boys Points 1. Sterlin English, 221; 2. Jaylan Wagner, 165; 3. Garrett Wade, 165; 4. Roberto Galaz, 161; 5. Jaxson Mirabal, 128; 6. Jake Orris, 125; 7. Estevan Hernandez, 100; 8. Reed Davis, 92; 9. Landon (No Points) Munoz, 73; 10. Clancey Polich, 67.5; 11. Joren Mirabal, 47; 12. Isaiah Sanchez, 4 10-13 Girls Points 1. Chali Simpson, 206; 2. Bethanie Shofner, 187; 3. Kateri Hendren, 152; 4. Melissa Gabaldon, 139; 5. Bianca Sauceda, 125; 6. Jordan Woodbury, 99.5; 7. Kasey Eaves, 93.5; 8. Shelby Begay, 69; 9. Kerstyn Ross, 65; 10. Jamie Morales, 54; 11. Dorthy Strange, ; 12. Lyndsey Np Orris, 50.5; 13. Malyka Muller, 39; 14. Lexie Jackson, 33; 15. Mckenzie Jackson, 28; 16. Sarah Hernandez, 26; 17. Tariah Yazzie, 23; 18. Nikki Wolfram, 21; 19. Ekatrina Misquez, 21; 20. Dominique Pargas, ; 21. Tracy Carroll, 12; 22. Dayle Denetdeel, 10; 23. Abbie Shofner, 8; 24. Taylor Smith, 6; 25. Tristine Henio, 3; 26. Julana Begay, 3; 27. Makeiyla Begay, 2; 28. Sheyenne Duboise, 1; 29.

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Amber Hickman, 0 10-13 Boys Points 1. Brody Wade, 164; 2. Tyler Plant, 145; 3. Tyler Hise, 140.5; 4. Tristan Sanchez, 120; 5. Zane Munoz, 86; 6. Jorrell Mirabal, 83; 7. Conrad Lange, 77; 8. Tyler Montano, 75; 9. Jose Romero, 58; 10. Julian Martinez, 40; 11. Blaine Garley, 24; 12. Ed Woodbury, 5; 13. Drew Smith, 4; 14. Alvin Jr. Largo, 0 14-18 Girls Points 1. Cherrice Garcia, 181; 2. Blair Robinson, 177; 3. Nicole Archuletta, 152; 4. Katie Lange, 128; 5. Shante Townsend, 97; 6. Allie Tapia, 87.5; 7. Brooke Eaves, 85; 8. Apryl Begay, 67; 9. Valentina Marquez, 67; 10. Kynsie Cohn, 62; 11. Justine Henio, 48; 12. Cortney Baird, 45.5; 13. Jenae Wolfram, 28; 14. Delores Kaplan, 1 14-18 Boys Points 1. Eathan Thompson, 147; 2. Christian Sandoval,

143; 3. Mark Jaramillo, 114; 4. Marcos Marquez, 107; 5. Dustin Ross, 89; 6. Kyle Hickman, 39; 7. Lorenzo Romero, 31 6 & Under Rough Stock Points 1. Zaryah Muller, 59; 2. Brody Baca, 46; 3. Colton Plant, 39.5; 4. Aubrey Trujillo, 23.5; 5. Caleb McDaugale, 8; 6. Chris Lange, 0; 7. Alex Lee, 0; 8. Kaden Stevenson, 0; 9. Adriano Henio, 0 7-9 Rough Stock Points 1. Travis Wimberley, 45; 2. Jayce Harrison, 38; 3. Brody Duke, 30; 4. Clay Garley, 8; 5. Jaxson Mirabal, 8; 6. Isaiah Sanchez, 7 10-13 Rough Stock Points 1. Justin Neill, 47.5; 2. Julian Martinez, 36; 3. Ed Woodbury, 25; 4. Clay Moore, 18; 5. Alvin Jr. Largo, 17.5; 6. Quinten Wimberley, 9.5; 7. Conrad Lange, 9; 8. Hunter Salter, 7.5; 9. Justin Ahlheim, 7; 10. Andrew Withers, 6; 11. Lucas Padilla, 0; 12. Lane Kirlan, 0; 13. Zac Copeland, 0; 14. Trace Bohannon, 0

7 - 9 Girls All-Around Champion Krysta Barajas 6 And Under Girls All-Around Champion Aubrey Trujillo

6 And Under Boys All-Around Champion Cooper Davis

7 - 9 Boys All-Around Champion Sterlin English

10 - 13 Boys All-Around Champion - Brody Wade 10 - 13 Girls AllAround Champion Chali Simpson

14 - 18 Girls All-Around Champion Cherrice Garcia

14 -18 Boys AllAround Champion Eathan Thompson

Sheep Rider Champion Zaryah Muller

Calf Rider Champion - Travis Wimberley

Steer Rider Champion - Justin Neill

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2011 NJHFR Final Overall Average - Top 5 First place contestants won the event title) Barrel Racing 1. Karson Bradley, Big Piney, Wyo., 50.28; 2. Baillie Wiseman, Aztec, N.M., 51.302; 3. Jayme Flowers, Garden City, Kan., 51.33; 4. Kassie Cattoor, Nephi, Utah, 51.409; 5. Bracie Beene, Solgohachia, Ark., 51.603; Boys Breakaway 1. Avery Jodie, Crownpoint, N.M., 7.108; 2. Wade Haugen, Weatherford, Okla., 7.843; 3. Cole Stevens, Hammond, Wis., 8.327; 4. Sam Fisher, Ocala, Fla., 8.497; 5. Trey Hall, Rolla, Kan., 8.758; Boys Goat Tying 1. Ryan Sutton, Bismarck, Ark., 32.012; 2. Marcus Theriot, Poplarville, Miss., 32.28; 3. Brady Norman, Springer , Okla., 32.531; 4. Roy Lee, Benton, Ark., 33.96; 5. Tyler Milligan, Pawhuska, Okla., 34.324; Junior Bull Riding 1. Andrew Alvidrez, Seminole, Texas, 198; 2. Jess Pope, Garnett, Kan., 151; 3. Briar Dittmer, Runnells, Iowa, 134; 4. Cody Prom, Roland, Iowa, 118; 5. Cody Wheeler, Osceola, Mo., 74; Chute Dogging 1. Marcus Theriot, Poplarville, Miss., 6.43; 2. Tommy Dooley, Youngsville, La., 6.929; 3. Braedy Edleman, Huron, S.D., 7.756; 4. Strand Barricklow, Lebanon, Ind., 8.528; 5. Brandon McBride, Poplarville, Miss., 9.129; Girls Breakaway 1. Aspyn Dent, Phoenix, Ariz., 9.011; 2. Timber Allenbrand, Paola, Kan., 9.805; 3. Amanda Brown, Stinnett, Texas, 11.001; 4. Ryanne Heath, Bowdon, Ga., 13.151; 5. Lauryn Hoagland, Harpersville, Ala., 13.349;

Girls Goat Tying 1. Jacie Sullivan, Mt Vernon, Ark., 24.753; 2. Jamie Thompson, Whitney, Neb., 27.148; 3. Rickie Engesser, Spearfish, S.D., 28.242; 4. Hayley Dalton Dalton-Estes, Las Vegas, Nev., 29.286; 5. Paige Wiseman, Paola, Kan., 29.411; Pole Bending Average 1. Morgan Brown, Brackettville, Texas, 60.429; 2. Sissy Winn, Chapman Ranch, Texas, 60.774; 3. Kashley Seitz, High River, Alberta, Can., 61; 4. Kylee Bennett, McAlester, Okla., 61.368; 5. Lydia Brown, Stinnett, Texas, 61.837; Ribbon Roping 1. Colton Melby, Backus, Minn., Sarah Vrchota, Starbuck, Minn., 23.738; 2. Bailey Rae Poer, Gruver, Texas, Shay Walters, Collinsville, Okla., 26.149; 3. Colt Matthews, Lakeland, Fla., Baylee Paul, Arcadia, Fla., 27.949; 4. Bailey Gough, Gooding, Idaho, Wyatt Williams, Gooding, Idaho, 28.864; 5. Kelsey Espenson, Hart, Texas, Kory McConnell, Hereford, Texas, 29.055; Tie-Down Roping 1. Marcus Theriot, Poplarville, Miss., 32.525; 2. Trevor Kirchenschlager, Yuma, Colo., 34.148; 3. Colton Kofoed, Bear River, Wyo., 38.682; 4. Jace Gilbert, Sulphur, La., 39.36; 5. Dalton Wren, Texico, N.M., 40.172; Team Roping 1. Marcus Theriot, Poplarville, Miss., Kelton Tynes, Poplarville, Miss., 31.643; 2. Colton Mize, Springer, Okla., Brady Norman, Springer , Okla., 31.655; 3. Karlex Capitan, Brimhall, N.M., Tys Charley, Crownpoint, N.M., 46.679; 4. Riley Hayes, Val Marie, Saskatchewan, Can., Tyce McLeod, Waldeck, Saskatchewan, Can., 48.895; 5. Lawsen Matteson,

National Jr. High Finals – Dominance Marcus Theriot dominates 2011 Junior Tie Down Ropings For an entire week, nearly one thousand kids and their families converged on Gallup, New Mexico, for the National Junior High Finals Rodeo, beginning June 26th. This seventh edition of the finals featured a total of 907 contestants from 38 states, four Canadian provinces, and Australia participating in rodeo events and NRA shooting sports. Rodeo events included Barrel Racing, Boys Breakaway, Boys Goat Tying, Junior Bull Riding, Chute Dogging, Girls Breakaway, Girls Goat Tying, Pole Bending, Ribbon Roping, Tie Down and Team Roping. Marcus Theriot, from Poplarville, Mississippi, handily won three of those

events and placed second in a fourth to win the All Around title with a whopping 2,825 points (twice as many as the Reserve All Around). Marcus won first in the Chute Dogging, Tie Down roping and Team Roping. He also won second in the Boys Goat Tying and finished in the top twenty in the Ribbon Roping. Prior to the Junior High Finals, on Memorial Day weekend, at the Barry Burk Championship Junior Roping in Durant, Oklahoma, Marcus dominated the 13-15 Tie Down field of 75 ropers. Theriot won the 1st, 2nd and 4th rounds and the average with an aggregate time of 43.42 seconds on four head. According to his dad Herbert, 1994 Tie Down World Champion, there’s nothing Marcus would rather do than rope and rodeo. Marcus has a drive and desire that

Wilder, Idaho, Tyler Reay, Adrian, Ore., 49.681; All Around Cowboy 1. Marcus Theriot, Poplarville, Miss., 2825 2. Brady Norman, Springer , Okla., 1480 3. Jace Gilbert, Sulphur, La., 1110 4. Cooper Martin, Alma, Kan., 1080 5. Garrett McDonald, DeFuniak Spgs, Fla., 950 All Around Cowgirl 1. Kashley Seitz, High River, Alberta, Can., 1110 2. Rickie Engesser, Spearfish, S.D., 1080 3. Bobbi Lynn Bond, Florence, Miss., 940 4. Aspyn Dent, Phoenix, Ariz., 820 5. Baylee Paul, Arcadia, Fla., 790 All Around Rookie Cowboy 1. Blaine Garley, Peralta, N.M., 925 2. Jordan Taylor, Logandale, Nev., 730 3. Levi Mydland, Joliet, Mont., 530 4. Lane Goebel, Marshall, Minn., 300 5-6. Jhett Trenary, Salida, Colo., 290 5-6. Jobe Johns, Banks, Ala., 290 All Around Rookie Cowgirl 1. Bridget Merrigan, Conception Junction, Mo., 500 2. Skylar Stokes, Atmore, Ala., 460 3. Lauryn Hoagland, Harpersville, Ala., 420 4. Karson Bradley, Big Piney, Wyo., 780 5. Kylee Bennett, McAlester, Okla., 640 Team Standings 1. Texas, 8,895; 2. Oklahoma, 6,645; 3. Kansas, 5,655; 4. Mississippi, 5,245; 5. New Mexico, 4,835; 6. Louisiana, 4,780; 7. Arkansas, 4,590; 8. Colorado, 3,880; 9. South Dakota, 3,585; 10. Iowa, 3,370; 11. Arizona, 2,900; 12. Idaho, 2,730; 13. Alberta, 2,720; 14. Nebraska, 2,635; 15. Montana, 2,380; 16. Alabama, 2,350; 17. Utah, 2,320; 18. Wyoming, 2,260; 18. Minnesota, 2,260; 20. California, 2,200; 21. Florida, 1,850; 22. Nevada, 1,375; 23. Missouri, 1,360; 24. Indiana, 1,305; 25. Hawaii, 870; 26. North Dakota, 710; 27. Oregon, 680; 28. Saskatchewan, 590; 29. Washington, 565; 30. Wisconsin, 560; 31. Australia, 530; 32. Georgia, 480; 33. South Carolina, 440; 34. Virginia, 320; 35.

comes from within. “We never have to tell him to practice or ride his horse,” says Herbert. “I’ve seen him roping the dummy at midnight. If he’s not roping, he’s watching NFR videos.” Though young Theriot is likely at the start of a long and rewarding rodeo career, that is not what his parents are most proud of. “Marcus is a good, humble kid and is mature beyond his years,” explains his father. “I’m proud of the fact that win or lose, Marcus stays the same. He’s not bothered by pressure at all.” On the way home from Gallup, the Theriots stopped in Denton, Texas, for Roy Cooper’s 27th Annual Junior Calf Roping. There, Marcus won the 13-15 Boys Tie Down Roping. At fourteen years old, Marcus is 5’11” and

Illinois, 210; 36. Kentucky, 190; 37. Tennessee, 160; 38. British Columbia, 60; 39. Alaska, 0; 39. Pennsylvania, 0; 39. North Carolina, 0; 39. New York, 0; 39. Manitoba, 0 Boys Team Standings 1. Texas, 4,895; 2. Oklahoma, 4,845; 3. Mississippi, 3,585; 4. Louisiana, 3,500; 5. New Mexico, 3,475; 6. Kansas, 3,095; 7. Arkansas, 2,800; 8. Iowa, 2,600; 9. Colorado, 2,330; 10. Montana, 1,910; 10. Arizona, 1,910; 12. Idaho, 1,810; 13. Alabama, 1,640; 14. Nebraska, 1,605; 15. Florida, 1,580; 16. South Dakota, 1,515; 17. Minnesota, 1,440; 18. Utah, 1,330; 19. Indiana, 1,305; 20. Missouri, 1,190; 21. Wyoming, 850; 22. Nevada, 845; 23. Alberta, 820; 24. California, 750; 25. Hawaii, 660; 26. North Dakota, 630; 27. Saskatchewan, 580; 28. Australia, 530; 29. Virginia, 320; 30. Washington, 235; 31. Kentucky, 190; 32. Tennessee, 160; 33. Oregon, 60; 33. British Columbia, 60; 35. Wisconsin, 50; 36. Alaska, 0; 36. South Carolina, 0; 36. Pennsylvania, 0; 36. North Carolina, 0; 36. New York, 0; 36. Manitoba, 0; 36. Illinois, 0; 36. Georgia, Girls Team Standings 1. Texas, 4,970; 2. Kansas, 3,110; 3. Oklahoma, 2,410; 4. South Dakota, 2,200; 5. Alberta, 2,180; 6. Arkansas, 2,140; 7. Mississippi, 1,860; 8. Louisiana, 1,750; 9. Colorado, 1,590; 10. Wyoming, 1,530; 11. Minnesota, 1,480; 11. Arizona, 1,480; 13. California, 1,450; 14. New Mexico, 1,420; 15. Idaho, 1,370; 16. Alabama, 1,300; 17. Utah, 1,220; 17. Nebraska, 1,220; 19. Florida, 1,110; 20. Iowa, 770; 21. Oregon, 650; 22. Nevada, 590; 23. Wisconsin, 560; 24. Missouri, 540; 25. Georgia, 480; 26. Montana, 470; 27. South Carolina, 440; 28. North Dakota, 420; 29. Washington, 350; 30. Hawaii, 290; 31. Illinois, 210; 32. Indiana, 150; 33. Saskatchewan, 50; 34. Alaska, 0; 34. Virginia, 0; 34. Tennessee, 0; 34. Pennsylvania, 0; 34. North Carolina, 0; 34. New York, 0; 34. Manitoba, 0; 34. Kentucky, 0; 34. British Columbia, 0; 34. Australia, 0

weighs 185 pounds, the same weight his father was during his first trip to the NFR in 1988. Next year he will be in the 9th grade, advancing to the High School division of rodeo. Between competing at a new level and helping his dad produce rodeos, Marcus will definitely be in his element. Marcus is sponsored by Cinch, Fast Back Ropes and Lyles Strings.

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Champions Crowned At Youth Rodeo– Rookies dominate in IFYR he final go-round of the International Finals Youth Rodeo in Shawnee, Oklahoma wrapped up July 15, with champions crowned in ten events and all around titlists determined. Out of ten event titles, seven of them went to first year IFYR competitors. Only three winners (team ropers Tate Kirchenschlager and Jake Smith, bull rider Cody Johnson, and barrel racer Kynder Starr) were return contestants. The coveted all around titles went to Luke Madsen, Marshalltown, Iowa and Kelsey Graf, Vernon, Texas. In his first trip to the IFYR, Madsen also won the calf roping title. He traveled to Shawnee with his team roping partner, as his mom and dad stayed home to work. His older brother, who is also a calf roper and lives in Anadarko, Okla. provided advice, watched Luke compete, and was the first to call Steve and Leah, their parents, to let them know of Luke’s win. Luke didn’t know he had the all around title sewn up till the awards presentation. “My brother told me when I went to walk out (on the stage) and get my calf roping award,” he said. “It’s insane. I can’t believe it.” Luke will be a junior at Marshalltown High School this fall. Kelsey Graf, the girls all around winner, also took home the goat tying championship in her first year at the IFYR. The Vernon, Texas cowgirl prepared for her short-go run by “going to bed early,” she said. She also competed in the breakaway roping and barrel racing, but goat tying is her favorite. “You don’t have to have an expensive horse to win, and you don’t have to have any help to practice.” Kelsey, a sophomore this fall at Vernon High School, has three more years to defend her titles at the IFYR. Graf is the daughter of Phillip and Kim Graf. In the roughstock events, the bareback riding championship went to Blaine Kaufman. The Pretty Prairie, Kan. cowboy, in his first trip to the IFYR, won the average with a score of 230 points on three horses and earned $2,622. He started riding bareback horses in seventh grade, taking after his “hero”, his dad, Bruce, who also rode barebacks. The Kaufmans neighbor with the 1998 world champion bareback rider Mark Gomes, who helps out with pointers and advice for Blaine. This fall, Blaine will compete in college rodeo but he is unsure of where he will attend. He is the son of Bruce and Jeannea Kaufman. Saddle bronc riding honors went to Tyler Baeza, who competed at his first IFYR. Baeza, Beaver Dam, Ariz., also competes in the team roping, and will attend West Texas College in Snyder this fall. He will compete at the National High School Finals next week. He is the son of Humberto and Suzetta Baeza. Only one bull rider made a qualified ride in the short go round, but Cody Johnson, Stephenville, Texas won the bull riding with an aggregate score of 161.5 on two head, nine and one half points ahead of the number two bull rider, Colter White. The 18 year old cowboy started riding calves when he was four, following in his father’s foosteps. He is working to fill his Pro Bull Riders’ permit and has competed twice at the PBR Junior Finals in Las Vegas. In the pole bending, another first year

IFYR contestant Skylar Ragan, Pattonville, Texas, won the short go round with a time of 19.972 seconds. She grew up in a family that never competed in rodeo; it was a friend who got her started. Skylar, the Region 4 and overall Texas State High School Rodeo Association pole bending champion, will compete for the second time at the National High School Finals Rodeo in Gillette, Wyo. next week. “I never thought I’d get this far,” she said, referring to her IFYR title. “I came (into rodeo) because it was fun and I loved riding horses. This is a big dream, and it’s fun living it.” Skylar’s parents are Mike and LeeAnn Ragan. Breakaway roping honors went to yet another first year rookie at the IFYR. Sami Little, Hackberry, La., roped three calves in a time of 8.3 seconds. Little, who will be a junior at Hackberry High School this fall, also plays softball. She’s only missed one rodeo because of a conflicting softball game, and that was this year, when her team played in the state championship game and won. She also competed in the goat tying, and will represent Louisiana at the National High School Finals Rodeo in Gillette next week as a goat tyer. Sami’s parents are Tim and Angie Little. The steer wrestling championship went to McAlester, Okla. cowboy Dillon Brewer, who also was at his very first IFYR. He turfed three steers in a time of 13.3 on three head, pocketing $2,180. He is also a calf roper and team roper and only took up bulldogging five months ago, when the family had a horse that “was just a plug, a dud,” Dillon said. “But he could run. He was the fastest horse on our property.” He trained the horse himself, and competes in the Texas Junior Rodeo Association, currently sitting second in their standings. This fall, he will attend Eastern Oklahoma State College in Wilburton, where he will earn a pharmacy degree. He is the son of Steve and Frankie Brewer. Oklahoma cowgirl Kynder Starr won the barrel racing title with a time of 49.312 on

CBR Cinch CBR 2011 Tour Finale Championship Bull Riding announced today it will move the date of the 2011 CINCH CBR Tour Finale Presented by Carls JR to September 24th to allow riders to compete in a major rodeo event in China. The event will remain in Loveland, Colo. as planned. Rodeo China presents a rare opportunity for cowboys to compete overseas for a great deal of prize money. Tuff Hedeman, CBR President, requested a date change to accommodate riders who wish to attend both events. Hedeman said, “We don’t want to restrict somebody from missing a big event and an opportunity to make money. We want the best guys at our events and we don’t want to put them in a position to have to choose.” Championship Bull Riding CEO, Wes Bruce, said CBR remains dedicated to the best interest of its riders and the Tour Finale date change will allow cowboys to compete

three runs. For her efforts, she earned $4,697. The Catoosa cowgirl is in her second year of competition at the IFYR and filled her Women’s Pro Rodeo Association permit at her second pro rodeo in Springdale, Ark. earlier this year. She will also compete at the Dodge City, Kan. pro rodeo in August. She will be a senior at Catoosa High School this fall. She is the daughter of Tracy Chissoe. Tate Kirchenschlager is no stranger to the awards stage at the IFYR. He won the heading team roping championship for the third consecutive year, and it never gets old, he said. The Kirchenschlagers are a roping family, with his All around cowgirl Kelsey Graf, Vernon, Texas, poses with Bloomer Trailer representatives in front of the horse trailer she won at the parents Roger and Tammy 2011 International Finals Youth Rodeo. and younger brother Trevor all ropers. Tate will attend Southwestern Oklahoma State University in Weatherford, and will major in business. He earned $3,294 for his efforts. His heeling partner was Jake Smith, Broken Bow, Okla. Smith, who is competing at the IFYR for the third time, also competed in the calf roping. He will be a senior this fall. He is the All around cowboy Luke Madsen, Marshalltown, Iowa, poses with Bloomer Trailer son of Mark and representatives in front of the horse trailer she won at the 2011 International Finals Tammy Smith. Photos by Phifer/RodeoBum.com

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at both events. “Our loyalty is to the riders and working our schedule around rodeos where they can make a lot of money is important to us,” Bruce said. Check out CBRBull.com for more information on the 2011 Cinch CBR Tour Finale Presented by Carls JR and all the latest information on The REAL COWBOY SPORT™.

CBR Launches First All-Bull iPhone App Championship Bull Riding is pleased to announce its newest fan service, the free CBR app for iPhone. Fans on the go can now access the latest news, videos and photos by visiting iTunes or the App Store from their phone and downloading the Championship Bull Riding app sponsored by Cuttin Up Radio. Users will be able to view the upcoming CINCH CBR Tour events and order tickets, look up the TV broadcast schedule and follow the CBR on social media portals like Twitter

and Facebook. The app also gives fans access to exclusive CBR photos and an extensive video library. CBR Marketing Director, Andy Carter says, “We have videos in so many places online. Now, instead of searching all over the Internet for videos, they’re all in one place.” Rodeo fans will also find information on other rodeo-related apps, including Cheyenne Frontier Days, which will be hosting the CBR Palace Station Million Dollar Bull Team Challenge Finals in July. CBR plans to add to and expand the app regularly and plans to stay at the forefront of this new technology by releasing applications for other mobile platforms soon. To take the CBR with you wherever you go, search for “Championship Bull Riding” on iTunes and download the first and only all-bull app for free. As always, you can still access the most up-to-date news and information on The REAL COWBOY SPORT™ at CBRBull.com.

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2011 PRCA World Standings All-Around 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, TX, $188,228; 2. Shane Proctor, Grand Coulee, WA, $67,496; 3. Bobby Mote, Culver, OR, $54,632; 4. Cody Ohl, Hico, TX, $50,486; 5. Steven Dent, Mullen, NE, $43,973; 6. Curtis Cassidy, Donalda, AB, $42,499; 7. Josh Peek, Pueblo, CO, $41,711; 8. Ryan Jarrett, Comanche, OK, $40,012; 9. Steve Woolsey, Payson, UT, $37,954; 10. Rhen Richard, Roosevelt, UT, $36,272; 11. Landon McClaugherty, Tilden, TX, $33,755; 12. Paul David Tierney, Oral, SD, $33,150; 13. Jim Ross Cooper, Monument, NM, $32,770; 14. Jake Hannum, Plain City, UT, $31,573; 15. Clint Robinson, Spanish Fork, UT, $31,414 Bareback Riding 1. Will Lowe, Canyon, TX, $77,130; 2. Tilden Hooper, Carthage, TX, $75,386; 3. Kaycee Feild, Payson, UT, $70,214; 4. Steven Peebles, Redmond, OR, $58,252; 5. Clint Cannon, Waller, TX, $51,203; 6. Chris Harris, Itasca, TX, $45,532; 7. Wes Stevenson, Lubbock, TX, $43,351; 8. Bobby Mote, Culver, OR, $41,408; 9. Cody DeMers, Kimberly, ID, $37,488; 10. Jason Havens, Prineville, OR, $36,517; 11. Steven Dent, Mullen, NE, $35,457; 12. Brian Bain, Culver, OR, $34,462; 13. Bo Casper, Fort Scott, KS, $33,814; 14. Caine Riddle, Vernon, TX, $33,465; 15. Tom McFarland, Wickenburg, AZ, $31,683 Steer Wrestling 1. Luke Branquinho, Los Alamos, CA, $73,211; 2. Billy Bugenig, Ferndale, CA, $59,336; 3. Trevor Knowles, Mount Vernon, OR, $58,090; 4. Sean Mulligan, Coleman, OK, $51,439; 5. Todd Suhn, Hermosa, SD, $43,992; 6. Dean Gorsuch, Gering, NE, $39,614; 7. Darrell Petry, Beaumont, TX,

$38,999; 8. Mickey Gee, Wichita Falls, TX, $36,892; 9. Seth Brockman, Wheatland, WY, $36,552; 10. Olin Hannum, Malad, ID, $36,542; 11. Jake Rinehart, Highmore, SD, $36,234; 12. Stockton Graves, Newkirk, OK, $32,290; 13. Wade Sumpter, Fowler, CO, $32,011; 14. Curtis Cassidy, Donalda, AB, $31,403; 15. Casey Martin, Sulphur, LA, $30,968 Team Roping (Headers) 1. Chad Masters, Clarksville, TN, $62,622; 2. Clay Tryan, Billings, MT, $55,781; 3. Colby Lovell, Madisonville, TX, $53,765; 4. Erich Rogers, Round Rock, AZ, $51,840; 5. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, TX, $50,588; 6. Derrick Begay, Seba Dalkai, AZ, $46,852; 7. Turtle Powell, Stephenville, TX, $46,231; 8. Riley Minor, Ellensburg, WA, $43,802; 9. Kaleb Driggers, Albany, GA, $43,531; 10. Spencer Mitchell, Colusa, CA, $43,402; 11. Travis Tryan, Billings, MT, $39,894; 12. Luke Brown, Stephenville, TX, $39,354; 13. Matt Sherwood, Pima, AZ, $38,467; 14. Charly Crawford, Prineville, OR, $35,560; 15. Brady Tryan, Huntley, MT, $33,955 Team Roping (Heelers) 1. Jade Corkill, Fallon, NV, $65,586; 2. Travis Graves, Jay, OK, $55,781; 3. Kory Koontz, Sudan, TX, $54,674; 4. Patrick Smith, Midland, TX, $50,588; 5. Cory Petska, Marana, AZ, $49,233; 6. Jhett Johnson, Casper, WY, $47,936; 7. Cesar de la Cruz, Tucson, AZ, $46,852; 8. Brady Minor, Ellensburg, WA, $43,802; 9. Brad Culpepper, Poulan, GA, $43,531; 10. Broc Cresta, Santa Rosa, CA, $43,402; 11. Rich Skelton, Llano, TX, $39,894; 12. Martin Lucero, Stephenville, TX, $39,354; 13. York Gill, Stephenville, TX, $36,957; 14. Jake Long, Coffeyville, KS, $33,955; 15. Kollin VonAhn, Durant, OK, $33,789

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sit here this morning ready to hammer out another installment of this column with a heavy heart. News came to me last night that a friend of mine, and many others in the rodeo community, Kevin Cox had passed away from a horse accident. With a few calls to several friends, I pieced together parts of what happened, but everything is still rather sketchy at this time. Kevin graced the pages of this publication many times, as his name reached the top of many rodeo standings, results and championships in the saddle bronc riding event over the past fifteen years or so. He was, no doubt, a competitor as he rodeoed throughout the Southwest in all of the amateur associations as well as the PRCA. I met Kevin a long time ago, even before he was a bronc rider. Unknown or forgotten by many, Kevin was a team roper long before his switch to the rough stock side of the arena and that’s when I first met him. However, it was the bronc riding that gave Kevin his fortitude and where we became friends. He had a great personality, one that sparked easy conversations and laughter. I can recall sitting behind the bucking chutes joking and shooting the bull as we waited for horses to be loaded or just watched a rodeo event. I’m sure many of you out there have shared the same experience. Beyond that, though, Kevin was a competitor. Laughing and jokes were swept to the side when he straddled a bronc. I remember when Kevin started

out as a bronc rider and I can say, he came a long way from that time. From those early years when he missed ‘em out, hit the dirt and scored low, I was greatly impressed by his spirit as he kept entering up each and every weekend. I remember some time later when the NMRA Year-End standings rolled across my desk and it was the first time he took home the state championship. I thought, “Man, he has come a long way since those humble beginnings.” It is guys like Kevin that make up the sport of rodeo and give it a unique character. It is that character that has been forgotten or is lacking today. While society often overlooks those who made this country what it is, rodeo gives the same kind of individuals, those who still hold onto that sense of unbridled freedom, a place to be recognized. Kevin is no doubt one of those guys. Prayers and thoughts are definitely needed for those who knew and loved Kevin including his wife Becky; her daughter Chaeli; their son Couy and his son Tyler; as well as his brother, Robby and his parents who still live in Moriarty. Services at this time have not been arranged. However, John Adams, president of the NMRA has indicated that black arm bands are going to be handed out to all contestants at the Durango and Crownpoint rodeos. Kevin – Rest in Peace Until next time… Dirt – Keep it under your feet!

Saddle Bronc 1. Taos Muncy, Corona, NM, $73,843; 2. Cody Wright, Milford, UT, $70,764; 3. Bradley Harter, Weatherford, TX, $53,316; 4. Heith DeMoss, Heflin, LA, $52,072; 5. Jesse Wright, Milford, UT, $42,410; 6. Cody DeMoss, Heflin, LA, $40,302; 7. Sam Spreadborough, Snyder, TX, $36,070; 8. Tyler Corrington, Hastings, MN, $33,623; 9. Chuck Schmidt, Keldron, SD, $33,029; 10. Cort Scheer, Elsmere, NE, $32,242; 11. Jesse Bail, Camp Crook, SD, $31,350; 12. Jesse Kruse, Great Falls, MT, $30,820; 13. Jacobs Crawley, College Station, TX, $30,763; 14. Wade Sundell, Boxholm, IA, $30,196; 15. Jake Wright, Melford, UT, $28,098 Tie-Down 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, TX, $69,641; 2. Tuf Cooper, Decatur, TX, $69,047; 3. Clint Cooper, Decatur, TX, $64,047; 4. Hunter Herrin, Apache, OK, $58,460; 5. Timber Moore, Aubrey, TX, $50,969; 6. Cory Solomon, Prairie View, TX, $48,662; 7. Cody Ohl, Hico, TX, $46,762; 8. Shane Hanchey, Sulphur, LA, $44,679; 9. Matt Shiozawa, Chubbuck, ID, $43,671; 10. Adam Gray, Seymour, TX, $43,419; 11. Tyson Durfey, Colbert, WA, $43,006; 12. Monty Lewis, Hereford, TX, $36,808; 13. Ryan Jarrett, Comanche, OK, $34,857; 14. Trent Creager, Stillwater, OK, $34,856; 15. Jerome Schneeberger, Ponca City, OK, $31,983

Steer Roping 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, TX, $67,999; 2. Cody Lee, Gatesville, TX, $33,217; 3. Rocky Patterson, Pratt, KS, $30,495; 4. Kim Ziegelgruber, Edmond, OK, $27,612; 5. Vin Fisher Jr., Andrews, TX, $24,699; 6. Will Gasperson, Decatur, TX, $24,089; 7. Scott Snedecor, Uvalde, TX, $23,044; 8. Walter Priestly, Robstown, TX, $18,780; 9. J. Tom Fisher, Andrews, TX, $18,214; 10. Ralph Williams, Skiatook, OK, $15,606; 11. Cody Scheck, Kiowa, KS, $15,021; 12. Lawson Plemons, Axtell, TX, $14,370; 13. Dan Fisher, Andrews, TX, $14,071; 14. J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, OK, $12,964; 15. Chet Herren, Pawhuska, OK, $12,389 Bull Riding 1. Shane Proctor, Grand Coulee, WA, $102,178; 2. J.W. Harris, Mullin, TX, $68,421; 3. Trevor Kastner, Ardmore, OK, $65,295; 4. Wesley Silcox, Santaquin, UT, $55,328; 5. Steve Woolsey, Payson, UT, $53,972; 6. LJ Jenkins, Porum, OK, $51,299; 7. Clayton Foltyn, El Campo, TX, $51,179; 8. Cody Whitney, Asher, OK, $47,960; 9. Bryan Richardson, Dallas, TX, $45,800; 10. Shawn Hogg, Odessa, TX, $44,654; 11. Clayton Williams, Carthage, TX, $44,239; 12. Jacob O Mara, Prairieville, LA, $43,350; 13. Stormy Wing, Dalhart, TX, $43,046; 14. Seth Glause, Cheyenne, WY, $41,558; 15. Clayton Savage, Cheyenne, WY, $41,344

2011 Turquoise Circuit Standings All-Around 1. Seth Hall, Albuquerque, NM, $9,573; 2. Lane Siggins, Ruidoso Downs, NM, $9,564; 3. Rick Kieckhefer, Prescott, AZ, $7,835; 4. Beau Marshall, Truth or Consequ, NM, $6,500; 5. Cutter Parsons, Marana, AZ, $6,074; 6. Bill Snure, douglas az , $5,310; 7. J.D. McKinley, Las Cruces, NM, $4,661; 8. Chance Kelton, Mayer, AZ, $4,014; 9. Preston Williams, Casa Grande, AZ, $3,865; 10. Jared Green, Socoro, NM, $3,826; 11. Chase Massengill, Santa Fe, NM, $2,046; 12. Johnny Salvo, Horse Springs, NM, $2,002; 13. Casey Wilson, Truth or Consequ, NM, $1,836; 14. Shank Edwards, Tatum, NM, $794; 15. Ivan Stuart, Scottsdale, AZ, $722 Bareback Riding 1. Jared Green, Socoro, NM, $3,309; 2. Wyatt Hancock, Taylor, AZ, $2,639; 3. Tom McFarland, Wickenburg, AZ, $2,567; 4. Jon Luse, Savannah, TN, $2,392; 5. Luke Creasy, Brownfield, AB, $1,352; 6. Tyler Staker, Taylor, AZ, $1,314; 7. Guy Murphy, Black Hat City, NM, $1,304; 8. Delvecchio Kaye, Round Rock, AZ, $1,077; 9. Forrie Smith, Capitan, NM, $1,015; 10. Shannon Miller, La Luz, NM, $508; 11. J.R. Chino, Mescalero, NM, $133; 12. Kory Hart, Broomfield, NM, $92 Steer Wrestling 1. Clayton Tuchscherer, Dona Ana, NM, $7,022; 2. Pepe Arballo, Wittman, AZ, $5,990; 3. Bo Bleil, Stanfield, AZ, $5,084; 4. Cutter Parsons, Marana, AZ, $4,051; 5. Russell Armenta, Bloomfield, NM, $3,233; 6. Cody Glover, Marana, AZ, $2,960; 7. Ben Bates Jr., Mexican Springs, NM, $2,912; 8. Kurt Stallings, Clovis, NM, $2,859; 9. Travis Reay, Mayerthorpe, AB, $2,582; 10. Cody Moore, Artesia, NM, $1,700; 11. Dean McIntyre, Wickenburg, AZ, $1,531; 12. Tim Robertson, Marana, AZ, $1,520; 13. Chance Carlson, Marana, AZ, $1,405; 14. Aaron Jeter, wittman, AZ, $1,366; 15. Grady Gray, Las Cruces, NM, $1,327 Team Roping (Heading) 1. Aaron Tsinigine, Queen Creek, AZ, $14,221; 2. Erich Rogers, Round Rock, AZ, $10,398; 3. Derrick Begay, Seba Dalkai, AZ, $9,420; 4. Jake Barnes, Scottsdale, AZ, $7,726; 5. Michael Calmelat, Tucson, AZ, $7,686; 6. Denton Payne, Gilbert, AZ, $7,450; 7. Chance Kelton, Mayer, AZ, $3,711; 8. Wyatt Althoff, Anthony, NM, $3,549; 9. Seth Hall, Albuquerque, NM, $3,396; 10. Brock Hanson, Casa Grande, AZ, $2,412; 11. Bill Snure, douglas az , $1,943; 12. Rube Woolsey, Casa Grande, AZ, $1,842; 13. Levi Lewis, Apache Junction, AZ, $1,752; 14. Shain Sproul, Las Cruces, NM, $1,360; 15. Hal Earnhardt III, Queen Creek, AZ, $1,238 Team Roping (Heelers) 1. Cory Petska, Marana, AZ, $13,520; 2. Anthony Calmelat, Marana, AZ, $11,290; 3. Cesar de la Cruz, Tucson, AZ, $9,420; 4. Lane Siggins, Ruidoso Downs,

NM, $7,450; 5. Dallas Reidhead, Queen Creek, AZ, $4,645; 6. Preston Williams, Casa Grande, AZ, $3,711; 7. TJ Brown, Payson, AZ, $3,549; 8. Brent Tryon, Queen Creek, AZ, $2,613; 9. Bobby Baize, Anthony, NM, $2,359; 10. Brooks Dahozy, Window Rock, AZ, $2,345; 11. Trey Miller, La Mesa, NM, $1,943; 12. Beau Marshall, Truth or Consequ, NM, $1,889; 13. Willy Gould, Wickenburg, AZ, $1,764; 14. Clint James, Payson, AZ, $1,752; 15. JoDan Mirabal, Grants, NM, $1,675 Saddle Bronc 1. Taos Muncy, Corona, NM, $8,433; 2. Cody Taton, Mud Butte, SD, $5,413; 3. Casey Sisk, Corona, NM, $4,987; 4. Darrell Triplett, Waterflow, NM, $2,876; 5. Brandon Biebelle, San Lorenzo, NM, $2,640; 6. Rawley McFarland, Coolidge, AZ, $1,007; 7. Cooper DeWitt, Rio Rico, AZ, $1,001; 8. Jason Amon, Payson, AZ, $639; 9. Dean Daly, Belen, NM, $431; 10. Colby Sventek, Chino Valley, AZ, $372; 11. Ace Long, Ganado, AZ, $306; 12. Garrison DeWitt, Rio Rico, AZ, $185; 13. Branden Mayberry, San Tan Valley, AZ, $141; 14. Ryan Montroy, Pagosa Springs, CO, $91; 15. Vince Tsosie, Shiprock, NM, $78 Tie-Down 1. Joseph Parsons, Marana, AZ, $9,038; 2. Rick Kieckhefer, Prescott, AZ, $7,536; 3. Seth Hall, Albuquerque, NM, $6,177; 4. Royce Lynch, Deming, NM, $4,615; 5. Beau Marshall, Truth or Consequ, NM, $4,611; 6. J.D. McKinley, Las Cruces, NM, $3,592; 7. Bill Snure, douglas az , $3,367; 8. Jerrad Hofstetter, Portales, NM, $3,337; 9. J.D. Kibbe, Portales, NM, $3,050; 10. Kyle Dutton, Mesilla Park, NM, $3,015; 11. Lane Siggins, Ruidoso Downs, NM, $2,114; 12. Cutter Parsons, Marana, AZ, $2,023; 13. Andrew Martin, Hereford, AZ, $2,021; 14. Wacey Walraven, Datil, NM, $1,366; 15. Joe Parsons, Marana, AZ, $827 Steer Roping 1. Pecos Shannon, Lordsburg, NM, $1,474; 2. J.D. McKinley, Las Cruces, NM, $1,069; 3. Brent Lewis, Pinon, NM, $899; 4. John Escobedo, Silver City, NM, $674; 5. Rob Denny, Willcox, AZ, $450; 6. Chance Kelton, Mayer, AZ, $303; 7. Shawn Harrelson, Gilbert, AZ, $238; 8. George Ganoung, Elfrida, AZ, $225 Bull Riding 1. Tustin Daye, Lupton, AZ, $10,624; 2. Troy James, Sanders, AZ, $8,825; 3. Guytin Tsosie, Farmington, NM, $7,395; 4. Michael Allison, Marana, AZ, $5,745; 5. Camo Mullins, Phoenix, AZ, $3,026; 6. Wacey Barta, Phoenix, AZ, $2,971; 7. Rankin Lindsey, Hillsboro, NM, $2,830; 8. Dan Curtin, Show Low, AZ, $2,392; 9. Craig Begay, Rough Rock, AZ, $1,969; 10. Thor Smith, Phoenix, AZ, $1,747; 11. Chad Martin, Elmirage, AZ, $1,014; 12. Scottie Knapp, Albuquerque, NM, $967; 13. Daniel Etsitty, Kayenta, AZ, $697; 14. Jared Green, Socoro, NM, $517; 15. Rocky McDonald, Chihuahua, MX, $484

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LaJeunesse, Martin lead 2011 ProRodeo Hall of Fame induction class Lan LaJeunesse won two bareback riding world championships in a relatively short 10-year career, leaving on his own terms after the 2003 season without a lot of fanfare or talk. His entry into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame July 16 didn’t stray far from that script. LaJeunesse, of Morgan, Utah, needed just over one minute to express his gratitude to his family – 20 of whom were on hand to share the moment – and his appreciation for being entered into the pantheon of the sports elite performers. The 40-year-old LaJeunesse was the youngest of the six inductees in the 2011 class, joining the late three-time World Champion cowboy Burel Mulkey, PRCA Chairman of the Board and longtime San Antonio Stock Show CEO Keith Martin, the late three-time PRCA Bucking Horse of the Year War Paint, trick rider/roper J.W. Stoker and the Deadwood (S.D.) Days of ’76 rodeo committee. Martin was quick to point out in his induction speech that his success as an executive can be largely attributed to the thousands of volunteers and staff that come together for events like the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. Martin has served as Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the San

Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo for the past decade, a period of unprecedented growth and success for the PRCA’s first $1 million regular-season rodeo. San Antonio has been voted the PRCA’s Large Indoor Rodeo Committee of the Year in each of the last six years and raises nearly $9 million a year in scholarship awards for the youth of Texas. He also serves as chairman of the board of the PRCA and from 2007-08 was interim CEO and commissioner of the PRCA. He is a member of the board of trustees for the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy and is a member of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Committee. Mulkey, an original member of the Cowboys’ Turtle Association and one of the finest saddle bronc riders of his generation, was represented at the induction by his daughter Myrna Sweeney who said, “My dad would have thought this was awesome. He loved rodeo and he loved the life and he would have been very honored (by being selected).” Mulkey won back-to-back saddle bronc riding world championships in 1937-38. He was so dominant during the 1938 season that he earned more money than any multievent contestant and was named the world champion all-around cowboy. Mulkey began his career relatively late, entering his first professional rodeo in Ogden, Utah, in 1928 – at age 24 – but was a preeminent figure in the sport for more than a decade, winning major titles in Fort

PBR CBS Sports broadcasts PBR events in Columbus, Wichita, Coverage includes final day of Built Ford Tough Series regular season The Professional Bull Riders announced that CBS Sports will broadcast Built Ford Tough Championship Round action from the DEWALT Guaranteed Tough Invitational in Wichita, Kan., and the Cooper Tires Invitational in Columbus, Ohio. The PBR broadcasts will follow the network’s regularly-scheduled National Football League game broadcasts. “CBS Sports has been a great and supportive broadcast partner for the PBR and our corporate partners,” said PBR President and COO Sean Gleason. “The PBR on CBS has consistently delivered our highest-rated broadcasts in each of the last three years and we’re looking forward to this fall.” The DEWALT Guaranteed Tough Invitational will be televised at 5 p.m. on Sept. 25, except in markets that have a 4 p.m. NFL game, where it will be televised at 3 p.m. (Please check local listings for details). The Cooper Tires Invitational will be televised at 5 p.m. on Oct. 16, except in markets that have a 4 p.m. NFL game, where it will be televised at 3 p.m. (Please check local listings for details). Veteran play-by-play broadcaster Craig Hummer will be joined by nine-time World Champion and PBR co-founder Ty Murray, who will provide color commentary, and Leah Garcia, who will be doing dirt-level interviews. CBS Sports televised The Built Ford

Tough Road to Vegas in 2010, one of the most unique sporting events ever. The network was home to the national television broadcast of PBR’s distinctive event in Times Square, where thousands of spectators lined Broadway and Seventh Avenue in New York to watch the Top 10 bull riders in the world compete in a rare outdoor setting. Built Ford Tough Series telecasts are produced for the PBR by David Neal Productions, a Los Angeles-based production company led by 30-time Emmy® Award winner and Peabody Award winner David Neal, who serves as executive producer and creative lead. Valdiron de Oliveira leads the BFTS with 7,714 points and a riding percentage of 66.7 percent while earning more than $200,000. He has held the No. 1 ranking for 16 consecutive weeks, and 17 of 19 weeks overall. 2010 PBR Rookie of the Year Silvano Alves is only 386 points behind Oliveira, and tied with him for the lead with eight Top 5 finishes. Robson Palermo is ranked third, and, despite missing three events, leads the BFTS with four wins while winning almost $240,000. The first 19 events of 2011 have produced 12 different winners, and less than 2,100 points separate the Top 5 riders. There are 1,100 possible points at each two-day BFTS event, and 1,400 possible points at each three-day BFTS event. Three of the 10 remaining regular season events are three-day events. The BFTS regular season resumes on July 2930 with The WinStar World Casino Invitational in Thackerville, Oklahoma.

Worth, Texas; New York City; Salinas, Calif.; Reno, Nev.; Los Angeles; Colorado Springs, Colo.; and Red Bluff, Calif. The Deadwood Days of ’76 rodeo committee was well-represented at the induction ceremony, bringing a group of 56 for its delegation, including Mayor Francis Toscana. Four committee members spoke on stage, including Jon Mattson, the longeststanding member of the current committee at 35 years. He spoke with pride about Deadwood, a town of 1,300 people in western South Dakota, joining the ranks of large storied committees such as San Antonio, Denver and Cheyenne. Since 1998, Deadwood has been honored as the rodeo committee of the year 11 times, the first four in the Small Outdoor Rodeo category and all seven of the Medium Rodeo Committee awards since that category was created in 2004. Deadwood is also a 13-time winner of the Badlands Circuit Rodeo of the Year Award (19982010). The committee has increased the prize money 600 percent over the last 20 years. Stoker was asked how his induction into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame fit into a lifetime of international performance and accomplishment. Stoker, 83, was equally adept as a trick rider or trick roper. He started when he was 9 years old under the tutelage of Pinky Barnes, who worked in Wild West shows and the movies. Stoker took to it so well that he got his first job at 10 and show producer Clyde Miller sealed the deal by hiring both of Stoker’s parents to travel with the show, starting a professional career that would extend more than 70 years.

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Not only did Stoker work the biggest rodeos – Cheyenne, Madison Square Garden, Calgary, Boston Garden, Denver, Fort Worth and Salinas – but he performed in Western shows all over the world from Cuba to Venezuela to Great Britain. In 1973, Stoker spent seven months working for Casey Tibbs’ Wild West Show in Japan and later for the state of Nevada as a means to publicize the state and encourage tourism. War Paint was the first inductee in the livestock category since saddle bronc horse Trails End was selected in 2008. The product of a registered Quarter Horse stud and a wild pinto mare, War Paint was raised on the Klamath Indian reservation in Oregon and became the greatest saddle bronc horse of his generation. As part of the Christensen Brothers string, War Paint was voted the PRCA Bucking Horse of the Year in each of the first three years the honor was bestowed. He won it outright in 1956-57 and shared the award with Harry Knight’s Joker in 1958. ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductees are selected by a committee of former contestants, PRCA officials and rodeo experts. More than 150 individuals are nominated each year, and selection is based on contributions to the sport of professional rodeo in any of seven categories: contestant, contract personnel, stock contractors, rodeo committees, livestock, media, notables and lifetime achievement. Including this year’s inductees, 221 people, 26 animals and 17 rodeo committees have been selected for enshrinement in Colorado Springs since the Hall opened in 1979.

Western Whiskey Comes To New Mexico Silver Coyote Western Whiskey is “Clearly Wild” Distillery Launches First New Mexico-Made Whiskey Western whiskey has come to New Mexico. Straight from a shiny new still in Santa Fe, Santa Fe Spirits is now producing cases of a clear, un-aged, silver malt whiskey and sending them to stores around the state so that people can now enjoy New Mexico’s first whiskey. “It’s the clear choice,” said owner Colin Keegan, a former architect turned whiskeymaker, speaking about his clear whiskey. “It delivers the spirit of the west.” Since 2009, the number of artisan distillers has increased from 202 to 240, and Keegan’s Silver Coyote whiskey is one of the hottest new artisan products in the nation right now. “Silver Coyote is on top of the renaissance of new whiskeys in the country,” said Bill Owens, president of the American Distilling Institute. “We’re all very excited by a western whiskey coming out of Santa Fe.” Keegan has managed to score a top distributor, National Distributing of Albuquerque, and it has hit the ground running with Silver Coyote. National has introduced the new whiskey to dozens of new clients, both liquor stores and bars, and the reaction has been good. “The whole state is now on notice - there’s a new whiskey in town, and it’s made right here in New Mexico,” said Bob Faulhaber, of National Distribution Co. What do you do with a clear whiskey? “Well, you can drink it straight or you can mix absolutely amazing cocktails,” said Nick Jones, the distiller of Silver Coyote, who uses whiskey yeast and pure malted barley to concoct the signature taste. “It’s a fabulous whiskey.” Just recently, Silver Coyote held a “Shootout” in Santa Fe, where some of Santa Fe’s best bartenders and mixologists vied to be the best gun in the west, with whiskey, that is. The winning cocktail by Alex Velez beat out 19 other entries. Silver Coyote is available at liquor stores, bars, and restaurants in Albuquerque, Santa Fe, Las Cruces, and dozens of towns across the state. “If you can’t find it, ask for it,” said Colin Keegan. “You’ll be glad you did. But of course, please drink responsibly.” Santa Fe Spirits, the maker of Silver Coyote, will be holding tours for the public starting in July. For tour times, please visit their Web site or call 505-467-8892. Silver Coyote is a product of Santa Fe Spirits, at www.santafespirits.com.

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ARIZONA HIGH SCHOOL NEW MEXICO HIGH SCHOOL RODEO ASSOCIATION RODEO ASSOCIATION Go to www.ahsra.com for more AHSRA information 2010/11 All-Around Standings (Top 20) Girls 1. Kelsey Lutjen, 449; 2. Georgia Diez, 313; 3. Mariah Jundt, 283.5; 4. Lauren Barnes, 231.5; 5. Devin Cordova, 225.5; 6. Zoe Billings, 224; 7. Rebba Wright, 218.5; 8. Danielle Morgan, 174; 9. Lacey Garside, 171.5; 10. Aubrey Smith, 164.5; 11. Dee Patrick, 164; 12. Cori Teller, 159; 13. Carter Blackmore, 158; 14. Braelyn Henry, 151; 15. Marissa Hancock, 150; 16. Shyanne Summerfield, 146.5; 17. Layne Lackey, 130; 18. Chelsea Shannon, 130; 19. Dallas Beshears, 125; 20. Majerle Jones, 122.5 Boys 1. Dustin Latta, 319; 2. Lane Siggins, 316; 3. Austin Tomask, 289; 4. Devon Burris, 252; 5. Lucas Mackenzie, 175; 6. Ryan Tripp, 171.5; 7. Brady Payne, 147; 8. Mike Vines, 145.5; 9. Karson Carrillo, 143; 10. Klay Jones, 140; 11. Kyle Jones, 137; 12. Mike Fletcher, 133.5; 13. Shandell Glasses, 133; 14. Jade Blackwell, 123; 15. Sheldon Church, 117.5; 16. Brent Keaveney, 115.5; 17. Trey Blackmore, 113; 18. Max Jones, 111; 19. Kolt Campbell, 101; 20. Edmiles Harvey, 99

Tentative Calendar of Events 2011-2012 Season September, 17 & 18 Payson, AZ EC - Sept 2 (Stalls Aug 26)

Go to www.nmhighschoolrodeo.com for NMHSRA information

October 27 Phoenix, AZ (State Fair)

Congratulations to the following 2010-2011 Team Cinch members:

October 29 & 30, 2011 Wickenburg

Josh Fish - Boys Cutting Tyke Kipp - Bareback Dylan Henson - Saddle Bronc Jared Martinez - Steer Wrestling Talon Henry - Bull Riding Levi Silva - Calf Roping Cody Mirabal - Team Roping Header Reno Eddy - Team Roping Heeler Alissa Burson - Queens Contest Samantha Martinez - Girls Cutting Lindsey Adcock - Goat Tying Kassidy Dennison - Breakaway Shelby Kirkes - Pole Bending NaLynn Cline - Barrels Randi Simpson - Goat Tying, Academic Team, Elite Team Caz Copeland - Academic Team

November 19 & 20, 2011 Buckeye, AZ January 21 & 22, 2012 Rawhide, AZ February, 2012 TBA March 24 & 25, 2012 Florence, AZ April 21 & 22, 2012 Globe, AZ May 19 & 20, 2012 Prescott, AZ June 7-9, 2012 Payson, AZ State Finals

Reminder from the Rodeo Secretary! Parents and Students, you must send in a Waiver of Liability that is notarized, as well as a Certificate of Eligibilty signed by school for every rodeo!

All-Around Standings (Top 20) Boys 1. Tyke Kipp, 441.5; 2. Magin Montoya, 244.5; 3. Bryce Howe, 198.5; 4. Levi Molesworth, 192; 5. Jared Martinez, 186; 6. Cody Mirabal, 185; 7. Wyatt Lindsay, 177; 8. Devyn Sisneros, 172.5; 9. Dylan Henson, 165.5; 10. Preston McCullar, 162; 11. Brody Stallard, 144; 12. Michael Perry, 138; 13. Lon Danley, 127; 14. Jake Trujillo, 126; 15. Miles McCullar, 119; 16. Levi Silva, 118; 17. Garrett Hendrix, 109; 18. Quinton Ellis, 109; 19. Truman House, 109; 20. Lorenzo Lara, 100

Girls 1. LeighAnn Scribner, 370.5; 2. Samantha Martinez, 366; 3. Leia Pluemer, 344.5; 4. Nicole Sweaza, 339.5; 5. Randi Simpson, 286; 6. Karly Johnson, 245.5; 7. NaLynn Cline, 243.5; 8. Skye Valdez, 197; 9. Kassidy Dennison, 191.5; 10. Tierra Gray, 173; 11. Jenna Suazo, 172.5; 12. Bailey Harwell, 148.5; 13. Rhodi Lynn Martin, 141; 14. Shelby Kirkes, 140.5; 15. Jordan Noe, 132; 16. Haley Wolfe, 132; 17. Shelby Montano, 120.5; 18. MaKayla Jacobs, 109.5; 19. Danica Fifer, 104; 20. Alice Pack, 100

Rookie Standings Boys 1. Michael Perry, 138; 2. Lorenzo Lara, 100; 3. Connor Hall, 91; 4. Pace Blanchard, 61; 5. Josh Walker, 40; 6. Chace Valdez, 33; 7. Robby LeFebre, 33; 8. Quaid Muncy, 30; 9. Judson South, 24; 10. Tanner Harvey, 23.5; 11. Cummins Cole, 11; 12. Jake Rocko, 4; 13. Ryan Davidson, 3; 14. Lucas Long, 3 Girls 1. LeighAnn Scribner, 370.5; 2. Bailey Harwell, 148.5; 3. Haley Wolfe, 132; 4. MaKayla Jacobs, 109.5; 5. Danica Fifer, 104; 6. Hunter Haley, 93.5; 7. Ariana Sanchez, 40; 8. Kenzie DeHerrera, 15; 9. Sheradon Jaquez, 11

ARIZONA JUNIOR RODEO ASSOCIATION First Rodeo of The Season! August 20 - 21 in Prescott, AZ

Important announcement AZ Junior Rodeo will need a new secretary for the new season. Duties include taking entries and being at the rodeos to handle scores and payout only, no account involvement at this time. Any questions contact Julie by email at secretary@arizonajuniorrodeo.com.

New Directors Adult Directors President - Travis Bates Vice President - Jeff Burris Barrel Racing Director - Mark Billington Ribbon Roping Director - Shawn Dent Ribbon Roping Director - Todd Schafer Breakaway Roping Director - Jason Keith Rough Stock Directors - Jeff Burris / Pete Kennedy Tie Down Director - Open Pole Bending Director - Cindy Little Goat Tying Director - Mike Cundall Chute Dogging Director - John McKenzie Calf roping Director - Cody Parker Team roping Director - Clint James Rodeo Secretary - Julie Keaveney Youth Directors Barrel Racing Director - Savanna Egge / Madision Bates Breakaway Roping Director - Lacey Garside / Makena Burris

Rough Stock - Beau McVicker / Brandon McCassie Calf Roping - Braden Parker / Denton Bates Ribbon Roping / Ribbon Runner Logan Bates / Tannis Penrod Chute Dogging Director - Devon Burris / Colton Clem Team roping Director - Lane Stock / Heather MacKenzie Pole Bending Director - Hailey Schafer / Camile Bales Goat Tying Director - Aspen Dent / Sierra Jo Keith Poles Director - Hailey Schafer / Camile Bales

Become a Sponsor! Dear Valued Supporter, I am writing you to see if you and/or your company could help out in supporting the youth in Arizona and the sport of rodeo. I am seeking any form of sponsorship for the Arizona Junior Rodeo Association and the youth that compete at these rodeos. This association has been in existence in Arizona for over 50 years and we are grateful for any financial help to keep it operating. This year we are winding down our season rodeos and will have our state finals rodeo to be held in May. Our goal is to award the event winners with a trophy buckle and year end prizes for the finals to award them for their skills and strong dedication to preserving the western heritage.

Last year, with a lot of help from people like you, we did manage to raise enough support throughout the year to award kids from the ages of 5 to 18 buckles and saddles for the year end winners. This is truly an association for, and about the kids and is substantially funded by your donations. We would love to be able to have the same level of awards that were presented in the past for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contestants. These kids work hard during the year to maintain their skills along with a lot of sacrifice from their families to be able to compete. Our association has a long standing position in the community and the economy has hurt our ability to give awards to the contestants. Enclosed is a sponsorship form if you are interested in donating to the kids. As a donor your company will be advertised and notated at our rodeos and programs. On behalf of all the young kids and parents we truly appreciate your generosity. Your donation is tax deductible, Tax ID#86-0299714. Any help you can give toward achieving our goal would be greatly appreciated. We are requesting supporter

funds to be paid by check so that we can keep an accurate accounting of funds received. Please make check payable to: AJRA (Arizona Junior Rodeo Association) Cindy Little 25724 S. 194th St. Queen Creek, AZ 85142 Please complete and return it as soon as you are able. If you have any question, contact Cindy Little at 480- 720-1718 or cinmichan@yahoo.com. If you would like to find out more about the AJRA, log onto www.arizonajuniorrodeo.com for more details about this great organization. Thank you for your consideration, AJRA For your tax records Amount of Donation:___________ Tax ID 86-0299714 To benefit the Arizona Junior Rodeo Association

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Russell Sullivan Co-Chairman 505/720-0999 Curtis Winner Co-Chairman/Treasurer 505/269-8181 Jana Muncy Secretary 505/238-9415 Amber Gillreath Secretary 505/235-9216

2010/2011 BFJRA Sponsors

L.J. Braught Judge 505/264-3824 Darci Winner Awards 505/803-1898 Barrels Open Danny Orris Poles 505/463-7692 Martin Sandoval Flags 505/908-7147 Rick Adcock Goats John English Roping 505/239-7617 Tony Sanchez Roping 505/238-1762 Daniel Mueller Rough Stock 505/553-8200 Ryan Davis Leadline 505/259-7975

Big News! New Dates for the 2011 BFJRA! Bosque Farms Junior Rodeo 2011 September 16-18, October 28-30 and November 18-20. Rodeo starts at 8:30 a.m. each day. Please read all material carefully so you know what you can expect:

All-Around Magazine New Mexcio Gas Company Farm Credit of New Mexico RJ Auto LLC Sopa’s Restaurant Benny’s Restaurant Village Veterinary Chical Paradise Donuts of Bosque Farms Sam’s Butcher Block Cross County New Mexico Propane Joe’s Pharmacy Jerry & Theresa Montano Craig Tire Volvo Rents Weck’s Cowboy Cleaners Old Mill Farm & Ranch Supply Cosper TREVO My Bank Ray or Valerie Hatch T & T Trailer Sales Charlie Myers Orris Farms Town and Country Feed Valencia Family Medical YDI Inc.

Entries • Books will close at 7:30am the day of the rodeo. • Secretary will be on the grounds an hour and a half before the start of the rodeo. • A $25 late fee will be charges on all entries not postmarked 15 days prior to each rodeo. Late fee must be paid before rodeo starts. • If money does not accompany entry forms postmarked 15 days prior to rodeo the late fee will be charged. • Late entries will be added to the bottom of the list in: barrels, poles & flags; and to the top in all other events. • Please make your own copies of the entry form. • Insufficient funds checks will result in a $50 fine and contestants will be on a cash only basis for the rest of the series. All fees and fines must be taken care of before any future entries will be accepted or awards received. If not taken care of by awards banquet, awards will automatically be given in the next place contestant. • No refunds for turnouts or draw-outs will be given unless accompanied by a doctor or vet release. Awards fees and administrative fees are not refundable. Secretary must be notified by 7:30am the day of the rodeo. • Age is determined as of the day of the first rodeo. • Please include a copy of your birth certificate if you did not participate in the 2010-2011 series. • Entries for the next rodeo will be accepted at each rodeo. • Checks will be deposited 10 days before each rodeo. Any checks that have not cleared will have to be taken care of before the rodeo begins. All late entries will be cash only. • Stock charge will be the following: goats $5, roping $10, sheep riding $10, calf riding $10, steer riding $20, junior and senior bulls $35.

Awards • Contestants must compete in a minimum of 3 events at 5 rodeos and pay the awards fee to qualify for prizes. • Awards fee will be $60 if paid before the first rodeo and $100 if paid before the third rodeo. The fee will not be excepted after the third rodeo begins. • Each contestant/family that pays an awards fee will receive a one year subscription to the All-Around Magazine. Schedule, results, rules, etc. will be printed in the publication. • Rough stock events are considered separate and do not count for the all-around. • Contestants may enter 5 events; each event counts for the all around. Contestants may change events entered at each rodeo. • Boys and girls will compete against each other for points and payback in all events except those that are designated boy or girl on entry blank. • Saddles will be awarded to the high point boy and girl in each age group. • Event buckles will be awarded in rough stock events. • All Leadline contestants competing in 5 rodeos and paying all fees will receive a buckle. No time or points will be awarded. • Ties will be broken by money won. • Awards will be presented immediately following the last rodeo. College scholarship • College scholarship(s) will be awarded to contestant(s) that graduate high school in the spring of 2011. • If you would like a scholarship application please contact Shacey Sullivan 505-239-5288. • Applications are due the Monday following the November rodeo. Schedule • Friday 7pm: Sheep Riding, Calf Riding, Steer Riding, Junior Bulls and Senior Bulls. • Saturday and Sunday 8:30am Main Arena - 8:30 a.m. Pole Bending- 6 & Under Barrels- 6 & Under Team Roping- 14-18, 10-13, Steer Stopping- 14-18, 10-13 Steer Breakaway- 7-9 Leadline- begins at noon Boys Tie Down- 14-18, 10-13 Step Down- 7-9 Ribbon Roping- 14-18, 10-13, 7-9 Breakaway- 14-18, 10-13, 7-9 Pole Bending- 7-9, 10-13, 14-18 Barrels- 7-9, 10-13, 14-18 Saturday only: Sheep Riding- 6 & Under Calf Riding- 7-9 Steer Riding- 10-13 Bull Riding- (junior, senior) Secondary Arena - 8:30 a.m. Goats- 14-18, 10-13, 7-9, 6 & Under Flags- 7-9, 6 & Under 7-9 Dummy Roping- 6 & Under Events • Drag will be after 7 runs with no regard to age group changes. There will be no drag in the 6 & Under events. • Contestants will run in reverse order on the second day. • Each event must have at least two contestants for the event to take place. If an event does not have enough contestants those entered will have the option of changing events. • Contestant numbers at the first rodeo dictate the entire series. • Contestants in the same age group, boy or girl, cannot share a horse in any speed event (barrels, poles & flags). If this occurs the second contestant will be disqualified.

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• Parent/child team roping only the contestant pays entry. Parent/grandparent of any contestant may be partner. 7 -9 and 10 13 will compete against each other for payback but points will be separate. • 7-9 Ribbon Ropers do not have to dismount their horses and can have a runner from any age group. • If there is no qualified times or scores then the money will roll over to the next rodeo. If there are no qualifications for the series that money will be put toward awards. • The Leadline will begin at noon. • No parents will be allowed in the arena during the goat tying. • Dummy roping will be on a three wire bale of hay and a calf head. A line 2 feet behind the bale will be indicated, contestants must stay behind it. Contestants will have 60 seconds to catch the dummy as many times as they can. A helper may take the rope off the dummy and rebuild the loop. The helper may not swing the rope. Contestant with the most catches in 60 seconds wins. Points will be split in the event of ties. Payback • 80% of the entry fee will go to payback, 20% to awards. 1 place will be paid for every 5 entries with a max of 4 places paid. Breakdown of places paid: 1-100%, 260%/40%, 3-50%/30%/20%, 440%/30%/20%/10% • Payback checks will not be mailed and are void 90 days after issuance date. • Payback checks will not be written for less than $5. In the interest of time • A one minute time limit will be enforced. When time elapse contestants must exit the arena. • If a contestant breaks the pattern they will not be allowed to start over. • Only one loop will be allowed in all roping events. One loop per end in the team roping. • Contestants may not enter any extra events. Family help • Family names will be drawn at every rodeo to help. • If your family name is drawn and you are not able to help, you must find someone to work in your place. • Not helping will result in a $50 fine. Fine must be paid before competing or any awards received. • If families choose they may pay a onetime family fee of $25 to have help provided in their place. • Money will be used to hire arena help. Any extra will go toward awards. • You must check in with the event director and sign the sheet. If you do not sign the sheet the $50 will be assessed. General • Cowboy hats are optional. No ball caps or visors allowed. If weather warrants beanies maybe worn. • Updates will be posted on the website please check it. • If rule is not clarified in the document the 4-H rule book will be used, then PRCA rules. • Unaudited points and payback will be posted the Wednesday after each rodeo to the website. • In the interest of having a well ran rodeo, professional rodeo secretaries have been hired. A $4 per contestant fee for each rodeo will go to the secretaries. • All discrepancies must be brought before event director and judge before the end of the age group in event.

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NEW MEXICO RODEO ASSOCIATION www.nmrodeo.org IN MEMORIUM APPROVED STOCK CONTRACTORS 2011

Kevin Cox

Kevin’s Saddle Bronc Riding Career Highlights

June 9, 1969 – June 20, 2010

W/A Rodeo Company Buster Webb PO Box 383 Bloomfield, NM 87413 505.632.2350 Bucking H Rodeo Company Richard Hodgson Rt. 1 Box 212 Blanco, NM 87412 505.486.2137 6 X 6 Rodeo Company Carl Bradley PO Box 110 Tres Piedras, NM 87577 505.758.3459 Casper Baca Rodeo Company Casper Baca PO Box 1715 Grants, NM 87020 505.287.9534 Tsosie Brothers Harrison and Tommy Tsosie PO Box 1950 Shiprock, NM 87420 505.368.4315 Crossroads Rodeo Co. Mark Sanchez P.O. Box 3072 Durango, CO 81302 970.739.3851

DEMONSTRATING STOCK CONTRACTORS: (2nd Year) Lucky 7 Rodeo Co. Ty Hawkins 232 CR 325 Ignacio, CO 81137 970.749.9790

NMRA-Approved Field Secretaries - 2011 Janice Aragon 505.289.9428 Susi Kaufman 928.587.3478 Jana Muncy 505.238.9415 Amber Gillreath 505.235.9216

By Travis Briscoe I am not sure where to start but all I do know right now is that Kevin was a one of a kind individual, and even though he may not have had as long of a life we all wished we could share with him, the life he had was worth living. Kevin lived a full life. Simply said – he was Kevin. Looking back on my friend, I can say you never seen him without a smile, never heard him down talk anyone and he always had a positive note. From Kevin, everything was black and white and he always knew how to make you feel good about yourself. Even if he was telling you something you really did not want to know or hear, he would lay it on the line and always left you feeling better about yourself. Kevin was a man’s man – a man in full. He gave his all to everything, whether it was riding broncs, being a father, a husband or just a friend, you could see he gave it 110% every time. He carried with him integrity and character and the inspiration in his smile and a softness in his eyes gave him such great qualities that I could go on and on. I know he impacted so many lives just by being a cowboy and I remember how he could change the atmosphere at a rodeo or just anywhere when he showed up. He was that kind of guy everyone enjoyed being around and of course he always had fun doing whatever. Most recently he became into his own being a dad. I can tell he really loved it and enjoyed being an inspiration and companion to his family. He was definitely a hero to both his boys Couy and Tyler, as well as stepdaughter Chaeli. You can bet his legacy will live on. Finally, he was a great husband to Becky. Those closest to him were no doubt his best traveling partners.

2011 Schedule of Events Schedule is subject to change as more rodeos are added and co-sanctions are approved. July 28-31, 2011 Durango Fiesta Days Durango, CO NMRA with PAFRA, GCPRA, UPRA, WPRA (bkw), CPRA July 29-30, 2011 Eastern Navajo Fair & Rodeo Crownpoint, NM NMRA with PAFRA, WPRA (bkw), others pending Aug 5-6, 2011 Sandoval Co. Fair Rodeo Cuba, NM NMRA with PAFRA, WPRA (bkw) others pending Aug 5-6, 2011 Blue Mountain Roundup Monticello, CO CPRA with NMRA co-sanction August 11, 2011 La Plata Co. Fair Rodeo Durango CO NMRA with PAFRA, WPRA (bkw) others pending Aug. 13-14, 2011 Chama Days Chama, NM NMRA with PAFRA, others pending

• Two NMRA state championships in 2000 and 2010 Baca Rought Stock Series in 2006 • USA Rodeo Team Sydney Royal in 2007 • Multiple Baca Series and Baca Rodeo championships • 2008 Expo Jam Chihuahua, MX • Rodeo Championships - Too many to mention and Kevin respected each one dearly • PRCA Card-member since 1997 • Past NMRA director Kevin is survived by his mother a father, Vivian and Bob Cox, brother Robby and his Nephew, Lane, wife Rebecca, step-daughter Chaeli, and his sons Couy and Tyler. Even more he will be missed by many past traveling buddies and friends. Services were held at the Moriarty Heritage Arena on Monday, July 25 at 10 a.m. followed by a get together at the Convention Center after the service.

The NMRA will be memorializing Kevin at the Durango and Crownpoint rodeos this next weekend. They will be handing out black arm bands to all contestants at those two rodeos.

Aug. 19-20, 2011 Otero Co. Fair Rodeo Alamogordo, NM NMRA with PAFRA,WPRA (bkw), GCPRA, others pending Aug. 26-27, 2011 Elfego Baca Shootout Reserve, NM NMRA with PAFRA, GCPRA, WPRA (bkw) others pending Aug. 26-27, 2011 Lucky 7 Durango Rodeo Durango, CO NMRA with PAFRA, others pending Sept. 2-3, 2011 Socorro Co. Fair & Rodeo, Socorro, NM NMRA with PAFRA, others pending Sept. 4-5, 2011 Las Anamis Co. Fair & Rodeo Trinidad, CO CPRA with NMRA co-sanction Sept. 10, 2011 Apache Co. Fair & Rodeo St. Johns, AZ GCPRA with NMRA co-sanction Sept. 16-17, 2011 Navajo Co. Fair & Rodeo Hollbrook, AZ GCPRA with NMRA co-sanction Sept. 17, 2011 Greenlee Co. Pro Rodeo Duncan, AZ GCPRA with NMRA co-sanction Oct. 14-15, 2011 NMRA Finals

Upcoming Rodeos Cash Only in 2011! (Money orders and Cashier Checks accepted) Entries in our rodeos are taken seriously. All NMRA members and co-sanctioned associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries into the NMRA office up to one week prior to the opening of phone entries. All non-members or associations that do not guarantee entry fees must call in entries and be prepared with a credit card that will be run that night for entry fees. Entry numbers: Rough Stock: 505-8649427; Team Roping: 505-864-7200; Timed Events: 505864-9426. Call the Turnout line (505-864-9426) if you must turnout of a rodeo for any reason including medical, emergency or vet release. You may not compete in another rodeo for 7 days if you vet or medical out and a release is due in the office within 7 days or entry fee and fine will be assessed. Fax # for releases: 505-864-9427. 2011 NMRA Rodeos are a preference draw. Slack is not open until performances are full – therefore slack cannot be a contestant’s first preference. NMRA members and co-sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/e-mail entries into the NMRA entry office beginning one week prior to phone entries opening and up to one hour before phone entries are scheduled to open. Contestants may draw out up to the closing of entries – After entries close you will be turning out and expected to pay fees. Members and cosanctions associations will receive a text or e-mail stating when they drew up and running position if email or cell number and carrier are on file. Rodeos having first sanction with New Mexico will have a $13 CES/Finals Fund deducted from advertised fees and have a $20 Stock Charge also deducted from fees. Bull riders have $10 day money added to fees as well! NMRA Open Rough Stock may enter twice.

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President - John Adams - 575/779-3105 • Vice President - Todd Burns - 505/250-1282 • Bareback Director - Scott McCloud - 505/864-6701 Open Calf Roping Director - Christian Sanchez - 505/801-6854 • Incentive Calf Roping Director - Dave Aragon - 505/366-4931 Breakaway Director - Bellamie Mason - 505/486-2080 • Saddle Bronc Director - Jeb Loney - 406/207-2922 • Steer Wrestling Director - Lance Tolbert - 505/489-2143 Bull Riding Director - Travis Briscoe - 505/980-5675 • Open Team Roping Director - Brian Sullivan - 575/644-9243 • Inc. Team Roping Director - Jim Knopp - 505/514-8752 Barrel Racing Director - Jessie Briscoe - 505/504-6900 • Inc. Barrel Racing Director - Carrie Richardson - 575/937-0851 • Judges Coordinator - Stoney Neufang - 520/241-0414 State Secretary - Janice Aragon - 505/864-9428 • Central Entry Secretary - Donna Tolbert - 505/864-9426 • NMRA fax - 505/861-5907

Schedule of Events Durango Fiesta Days Durango, CO July 28-31, 2011 NMRA with PAFRA, GCPRA, WPRA (bkw) CPRA Slack: Thurs, July 28 @ 9 a.m. – All Team Roping Team Roping will be chute run Friday, July 29 @ 9 a.m. All other Slack Performances: Fri . July 29 @ 7 p.m.; Sat. July 30 @ 1 p.m.; Sat. July 30 @ 7 p.m.; Sun. July 31 @ 1 p.m. Added: $1000 BB/SB/BR /SW/CR/BRL/BKW; $2000 TR ($1000 each side); $600 MTR ($300 each side) Rookie BB, Rookie SB, Rookie Bulls nothing added Open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: W/A Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 BB/SB/BR/SW/CR/BKW; TR $100/man; BRL $85; Rookie events $60; MTR $100/roper; All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, July 18, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, CPRA, GCPRA, WPRA may may fax/email entries. Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Local entries: July 17, 2011; 1-5 p.m. 970-317-0780 Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: La Plata Co. Fairgrounds

Ranch Bronc, Rookie BB, SB, BR-nothing added NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: TBA Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Ranch Bronc $80; Rookie Events $60 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 1, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 2, 2011; 505-864-9426; 69 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Sandoval Co. Fair Ground Arena Blue Mountain Roundup Monticello, UT August 5 & 6, 2011 CPRA with NMRA co-sanction Performances: both days @ 8 p.m. Slack: August 6 @ 8 a.m. Entry; Call Back; Turn-out Phone - 719 486-0599 To Pay All Fines/Turnouts call – 719 826.2163 CPRA Office – 719 647-2828 Entries Open: 08/01/2011 between noon & 6 p.m. Call Back: 08/03/2011 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. Added money: RS $1500 All other events $900 Entry Fees: BB/SW/TD/BKW/SB $76; LBR $71; OTR/MTR $117 per person; BR $91 Local Entries: TBA Stock Contractor: W/A Rodeo Co. Directions: Stock Saddle Bronc riding, Dutch oven dinner each night for Contestants and their families

Eastern Navajo Fair and Rodeo Crownpoint, NM July 29-30, 2011 NMRA with PAFRA, WPRA (bkw) others pending Performances: Fri . July 29 @ 7 p.m.; Sat. July 30 @ 1 p.m. Slack: Sat. July 30 @ 8 a.m. if necessary Added: $300 BB/SB/BR/TR/SW/CR/BRL/BKW; Rookie BB, Rookie SB, Rookie Bulls, Ranch Bronc Riding & Sr. BKW nothing added. Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: Tsosie Brothers Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 BB/SB/BR/SW/CR/BKW; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Ranch SB $80; Sr. BKW $65; Rookie events $60; All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, July 25, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Walk in entries: Tuesday, July 26, 2011; 1-6 p.m. Cash only; At Bashas Dine Market in Crownpoint Call Backs: Wed. July 27, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Crownpoint Rodeo Grounds

La Plata Co. Fair Rodeo Durango, CO August 11, 2011 NMRA with PAFRA, others requested Performances: Thur. Aug 11 @ 7 p.m. Slack: Following performance Added: $100 per SB/BB/BR/SW/CR/BRL/BKW/TR Rookie Bull Riding – nothing added NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: Lucky 7 Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Rookie Bull Riding $60 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 8, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 9, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: La Plata Co. Fairgrounds

Sandoval Co. Fair Rodeo Cuba, NM August 5-6, 2011 NMRA with PAFRA,WPRA (bkw), others pending Performances: Fri. Aug 5 @ 6 p.m.; Sat. Aug 6 @ 6 p.m. Slack: Sat. Aug 6v @ 8 a.m. Added : $100 per CR/TR/BKW/BRLS/SW/BB/SB/BR

Chama Days Rodeo Chama, NM August 13-14, 2011 NMRA, with PAFRA, others pending Performances: Sat. Aug 13 @ 1 p.m.; Sun. Aug 14 @ 1 p.m. Slack: Sun. Aug 14 @ 8 a.m. if necessary Added: $400 per event with buckle and jacket Stock Contractor: W/A Rodeo Co.

Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; NMRA open Rough stock may enter twice. All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 8, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 9, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Gallegos Park, Chama, NM Otero Co. Fair Rodeo Alamogordo, NM August 19-20, 2011 Co-Sanction: PAFRA,GCPRA, others pending Performances: Fri. Aug 19 @ 8 p.m.; Sat. Aug 20 @ 8 p.m. Slack: Sat. Aug 20@ 8 a.m. Added: $500 per TE/BR; $500 BB/SB if 10 or more entries – if not $300 SB/BB Ranch Bronc Riding/Ribbon Roping nothing added NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: Bucking H Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Ranch Bronc Riding $80; Ribbon Roping $55 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 15, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 16, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Guy Warden Arena Lucky 7 Durango Rodeo Durango, CO August 26-27, 2011 Co-Sanction: PAFRA, others requested Performances: Fri. Aug 26 @ 7 p.m.; Sat. Aug 27 @ 1 p.m. Slack: Sat. Aug 27 @ 7 a.m. Added: $100 per SB/BB/BR/SW/CR/BRL/BKW/TR Rookie Bull Riding – nothing added NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: Lucky 7 Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Rookie Bull Riding $60 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 23, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: La Plata Co. Fairgrounds

Elfego Baca Shootout Reserve, NM August 26-27, 2011 Co-Sanction: PAFRA, GCPRA, WPRA (bkw), others requested Performances: Fri. Aug 26 @ 8 p.m.; Sat. Aug 27 @ 8 p.m. Slack: Fri Aug 26 after performance Added: $300 per SB/BB/BR/SW/CR/BRL/BKW/TR Ranch Saddle Bronc nothing added. NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: Bucking H Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Ranch SB $80 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 23, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Catron Co. Fairgrounds, Reserve, NM Socorro Co. Fair Rodeo Socorro, NM Sept. 2-3, 2011 Co-Sanction: WPRA (bkw)PAFRA, others pending Performances: Fri. Sept. 2 @ 7 p.m.; Sat, Sept. 3 @ 7 p.m. Slack: Sat. Sept 3 @ 8 a.m. Added: $300 per event NMRA events. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice. All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug.29, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Garry Perry Arena, Fairgrounds Rd. Socorro Trinidad – Las Animas County Fair & Rodeo Trinidad, CO, September 4 & 5, 2011 CPRA with NMRA co-sanction Performances: both days @ 1:30 p.m. Slack: 9/4 1 hour after 1st performance Entry; Call Back; Turn-out Phone - 719 486-0599 To Pay All Fines/Turnouts call – 719 826.2163 CPRA Office – 719 647-2828 EO: 8/29/2011 between noon and 6 p.m. CB: 8/30/2011 between 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. Added money: $500 per event Entry Fees: BB/SW/TD/BKW/SB $76; LBR $71; OTR/MTR $117 per person; BR $91 Stock Contractor: McCloy Rodeo Company Directions: Exit 15 – Goddard – right on Linden Stick Horse race, nickel scramble, wild horse race and the Westernaire’s

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ALL INDIAN RODEO The All Indian Rodeo Cowboys Association, Inc. • P.O. Box 723, St. Michaels, Arizona 86511

COWBOYS ASSOCIATION Phone: 928/871-3000 • Fax: 928/871-3000 • Website: www.aircarodeo.com

ALL INDIAN RODEO COWBOY ASSOCIATION OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers President Harrison Charley harrisoncharley@ymail.com Vice President Casey Begay begay_casey@hotmail.com Public Relations Officer Beverly Coho beverlyjcoho@citilink.net Administrative Secretary Lenita Lee Lenitalee@ganado.k12.az.us

2011 Rodeo Schedule August 6-7 Pavinyama Rodeo Daze AI Host Hopi Country August 12-13 International Indian Ceremonial Rodeo NNRCA Host – AIRCA / NNRCA August 13-14 Dis Chii’ Bekoh Rodeo AI Host Cibeque, AZ August 18-21 19th Ramah Navajo Fair Rodeo AI Host, Co-Sanction NNRCA August 19-21 Central Navajo Fair Rodeo CNRA Host, Co-Sanction AIRCA Chinle, AZ August 27-28 Zuni Tribal Fair and Rodeo NNRCA Host – Co-Sanction AIRCA September 17-18 Utah Navajo Fair Rodeo AI Host Bluff, Utah September 23-25 AIRCA 2011 Championship Finals Rodeo AI Host October 20-23 7th Indian International Finals Rodeo Farmington, NM

2012 Season October 28-30 Annual Arizona State Fair Rodeo Phoenix, AZ January 14-15, 2012 AIRCA 2012 Membership Drive Rodeo AI Host Cortez, CO January 14, 2012 AIRCA 2011 Awards Celebration Banquet and Dance AI Host Cortez, CO

2011 AIRCA Standings All Around 1. Roderick Tso, $4,308; 2. Gerald Daye, $3,031; 3. Brandon Bates, $2,699; 4. Garrison Begay, $2,425; 5. Clifford Williams, $2,326; 6. DeeDee Daswood, $2,163; 7. Donovan Yazzie, $1,633 Bareback 1. Bennie Begay, $2,901; 2. Clifford Williams, $1,232; 3. EJ Kalemsa, $122 Saddle Bronc 1. Leander Thomas, $2,785; 2. Shoshane Kee, $2,164;

Treasurer Jolene Russell russell_julz77@yahoo.com

Board of Directors Rodeo Sponsors Representative Tom Boyd Bareback Riding Jeff Biakeddy Saddle Bronc Riding Rodger Dahozy Bull Riding Charley Herbert, Sr. 3. Kane Kee, $1,846; 4. Ace Long, $1,176; 5. TO Yazzie, $1,117; 6. Vince Tsosie, $593; 7. Robert Burbank, $411 Bull Riding 1. Spud Jones, $4,035; 2. Tustin Daye, $1,992; 3. Troy James, $1,618; 4. Ty Toadlena, $1,574; 5. Wade Silversmith, $1,038; 6. Taushoney Slim, $766; 7. Raynell Harvey, $706; 8. Justin Silversmith, $612; 9. Korwin Kinlichinnie, $598; 10. Josh Synder, $507; 11. Clint Wilson, $462; 12. Kyle Notah, $408; 13. Yondo Leonard, $316; 14. Al Charley, $293; 15. Sheridan Yazzie, $264; 16. Ivan Yazzie, $225; 17. Lem Johnson, $180 Steerwrestling 1. Ben Bates Jr., $3,663; 2. Sheridan Jodie, $3,311; 3. Kyle Smith, $2,686; 4. Brandon Bates, $1,784; 5. Byron Murphy, $1,370; 6. Garrison Begay, $1,094; 7. Michael Bates, $800; 8. Brad Begay, $711; 9. Tyrone T. Tsosie, $634; 10. Jason Martinez, $507; 11. Mike Murphy, $370; 12. Olyne Morris, $292 Tie Down Roping 1. Roderick Tso, $2,267; 2. Roy Begay, $1,686; 3. Dennison Boone, $1,502; 4. Garrison Begay, $1,331; 5. Justin Tsosie Jr., $1,158; 6. Gerald Daye, $1,106; 7. Donovan Yazzie, $1,015; 8. Tyrin Alcott, $941; 9. Leroy Etsitty, $480; 10. Allen Charley, $452; 11. Ty Pablo, $424; 12. Kee Etsitty Jr., $294 Ladies Break Away 1. April Willie, $3,254; 2. Renee Tolino, $2,246; 3. Bailey Bates, $1,611; 4. Twila Jones, $1,176; 5. Kelsi Pablo, $1,025; 6. Laci K. Begay, $828; 7. LaTasha Long, $826; 8. DeeDee Daswood, $791; 9. Lynelle Etsitty, $758; 10. Terri Jo Caboni, $726; 11. Lavina Dayzie, $445; 12. Michelle Morris, $354; 13. Kristy Dennison, $309; 14. Shanay Natoni, $284; 15. Mikala Jones, $246; 16. Victoria Randall, $104 Ladies Barrel Racing 1. Charmayne Gene, $3,372; 2. Geneva Tsoukalarkis, $1,706; 3. DeeDee Daswood, $1,372; 4. Rhonda Padilla, $1,334; 5. Melissa Trujillo, $1,175; 6. Raynell Holgate, $1,032; 7. Jeri C. Yazzie, $914; 8. Tia Begay, $867; 9. Bobbie Clawson, $768; 10. Faith Holyan, $706; 11. Ruth Bitsui, $577; 12. Jacinta McDonald, $425; 13. Roqui Lee, $334; 14. Karlee R. Tsosie, $283; 15. Amanda Clawson, $215 Open Team Roping – Header 1. Nelson Long, $4,367; 2. Aaron Tsinijinnie, $4,265; 3. Marco Sells, $4,255; 4. Derrick Begay, $2,224; 5. Roderick Tso, $2,041; 6. Cody Hunter, $1,882; 7. Chris Begay, $1,658; 8. Leonard Williams Sr., $1,467; 9. Clifford Williams, $1,094; 10. Kesley Phillips, $976; 11. Brandon Bates, $915; 12. DeWayne Sells, $681; 13. Andre Beard, $474; 14. Aaron Tsinijinnie, $355; 15. Jon Arviso, $295; 16. Chuck Sells, $139 Open Team Roping – Heeler 1. Victor Begay, $4,728; 2. James Begay Jr., $4,697; 3. Myles John, $2,399; 4. Angelo Benallie, $1,624; 5. OJ Williams, $1,584; 6. Lucius Sells, $1,263; 7. Rudy Yazzie, $1,185; 8. Henry Begay III, $976; 9. Wacey Brady, $948; 10. Vern Begay, $681; 11. Donovan Yazzie, $618; 12. Nelson Long, $556; 13. Kevin

Staff Timer/Central Entry Secretary BK Bates 505/733-2020 Timers Coordinator BK Bates bk_bates@yahoo.com Judges Coordinator Al Slivers Queen Coordinator Phoebe Hardy

Steer Wrestling Ben Bates, Jr. Tie Down Roping John Boyd, Jr. Open Team Roping & #12 Team Roping Leonard Williams, Sr. Ladies’ Breakaway Roping Wilson Stewart, Jr. Senior Breakaway Ropinng B.J. Coho Junior Barrel Racing Ray Russell Junior Bull Riding Harry Tso, Jr.

Ambassadors Miss Rodeo AIRCA 2010 Apryl Largo Miss Rodeo IIFR Hannah Yazzie Sr. Break Away 1. Victor Begay, $1,805; 2. Leonard Williams Sr., $1,490; 3. John Boyd Jr, $1,310; 4. Kee Etsitty Sr., $769; 5. Ikes Benallie, $680; 6. Ben Bates, $402; 7. Walt Jones, $235; 8. Herman Tsosie, $227; 9. Johnson Stevenson, $226; 10. Ray Jim, $173; 11. Jerome Pete Sr., $171; 12. Alvin Smith, $103; 13. Olsen Redhorse, $84 Jr. Barrel Racing 1. Tia Begay, $1,558; 2. Jannon Hale, $1,007; 3. Deven Sells, $761; 4. Peyton Murphy, $657; 5. Destinee Dale, $551; 6. Requal Curley, $518; 7. Adrianna Bitsie, $429; 8. Kieli Gilbert, $311; 9. Sharaya Edgewater, $176; 10. Cortney Antonio, $123; 11. Faith Holyan, $91 Jr. Bull Riding 1. Cody Johnson, $3,136; 2. Arviso James, $658; 3. Clayton Kanuho, $325; 4. Raylando Puente, $198

Yazzie, $520; 14. Alvin Willie, $486; 15. EJ Clark, $455; 16. Walter Livingstson, $412; 17. Andre Beard, $402; 18. Scooter Garcia, $295; 19. Bennie Bitsuie, $255 #10 Team Roping – Header 1. Eyron Cowboy, $2,930; 2. Robert Largo, $2,595; 3. Walter Livingstson, $2,312; 4. Sheldon Daye, $1,018; 5. Ty Dayzie, $688; 6. Cody Ben, $515; 7. Glenn Tsosie, $441; 8. Roessel Jackson, $381; 9. Jeremiah Ludlam, $244; 10. Chuck Sells, $174; 11. Merle Elote, $172; 12. Eric Begay, $129 #10 Team Roping – Heeler 1. Gerald Daye, $1,925; 2. Stanion Tso, $1,813; 3. Cody Ben, $1,687; 4. Dwight Sells, $1,399; 5. Tyler Willetto, $759; 6. Eyron Cowboy, $688; 7. Jon Arviso, $681; 8. Boots Maria, $529; 9. Ty Dayzie, $501; 10. Gilbert Begay, $441; 11. Kee Etsitty Sr., $348; 12. Travis Taylor, $172; 13. Jerome Begay, $129

The All Indian Rodeo Cowboys Association P.O. Box 723 St. Michaels, Arizona 86511 2011 MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 1st Year Member (Rookie)? Yes _____ No _____

Date ___________

Name: _____________________________________________________

AIRCA Card No: 11-___________ Male ________ Female _______

_____________________________________________________________________________________________ Slow Mail Address City State Zip Code _______________________________________________________ ____________________________________ E-Mail Address Telephone Number ______________________ ____________________ ________________________ _______________________ Tribal Affiliation Census No. Agency Enrollment Office Social Security No. (optional) Type of Application/Fees (Check off all that apply) Contestant: $95.00 Major Events Bareback _____ Saddle Bronc _____

Bull Riding _____

Tie Down Roping _____

Steer Wrestling ______

Ladies Barrel Racing ____ Ladies Breakaway Roping ____ Open Team Roping ____ #10 Team Roping # ___/____ USTRC#______________ Contestant: $95.00 Minor Events Jr. Bull Riding _________ Jr. Co-ed Barrel Racing _________ Sr. 50+ Breakaway Roping __________ Official: $95.00 Judge _____ Timer _____

Contractor: $250.00 Announcer _______

Gold Card Member: ___ Year Inducted ____________

Total number of Years with AIRCA ___________

Stock Contractor _________

Previous AIRCA Officer and/or Board of Director: Yes ___ No ___ Yr & Position ______________________ OATH By signatory completion below, I apply for membership with the All Indian Rodeo Cowboys Association (AIRCA). I hereby swear and affirm the information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I release and waive any and all claims for personal injury or any other claims against the AIRCA during the period of membership. I further agree to abide by all the Articles of Incorporation contained in the most current AIRCA Approved Association Rule Book and any other provisions the AIRCA Board may insert or impose. Contestant members shall participate in 40% of all AIRCA hosted rodeos in order to qualify for any post season finals rodeo(s). I will represent the AIRCA to the best of my ability and comply with all the rules and by-laws. Date: _______________________

Signature: _______________________________________

If Applicant is under the Age of 18 (Minor) Parent/Guardian of Applicant must sign the following signatory and hereby comply with the above OATH as well. Parent/Guardian Signature _______________________________________ SUBSCRIBED and SWORN to this on the _____day of___________, 2011 My Commission Expires ____________________ Notary Public _____________________________

FOR AIRCA USE ONLY Sold By ____________________ Date Sold ___________________ Receipt # ___________________ Form of Payment: _______ Cash ______ MO ____Cashier’s Check Amount Received_____________ Note _______________________ ___________________________

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GRAND CANYON PRO RODEO ASSOCIATION GCPRA Approved Stock Contractors:

2011 GCPRA Board of Directors President: Paul Carmen Vice President: Clay Parsons Director at Large: Arnold Burrell Str. Wrestling: Randy Ternan Open Calf Roping: Joe Moody Inc. Calf Roping: Willard Moody Open Team Roping: Whip Lewis Inc. Team Roping: Todd Zipprich

(602) 980-0766 (520) 444-7650 (520) 631-2121 (602) 460-2669 (520) 431-1335 (520) 431-3316 (480) 363-0838

Breakaway: Mandy Sproul Barrel Racing: Juli Miller Bareback: Tanner Ramirez Saddle Bronc: Logan Wescott Bull Riding: Samuel De La Cruz Judging Coordinator: Gordie Kesler State Secretary: Andi Tedder

(520) 226-5058 (520) 241-2240 (928) 369-6738 (928) 243-8583 (520) 508-6275 (480) 883-9171 (623) 249-9506

(623) 694-1867

The GCPRA has a new website - gcpra.net 2011 GCPRA SPONSORS

Thank You to Our 2010 Jacket Sponsors! Team Roping – FCI Construction Inc. Team Roping Heading Dales Town and Country (623) 584-5737 Inc. Team Roping Heeling - Farm Sources International www.farmsi.com Steer Wrestling - Dennis Schwalbe with Schwalbe Trucks Barrel Racing - Anita’s Cocina & Nana’s Sandwich Saloon Inc. Barrels and Inc. Calf Roping Tandem Oral Open Calf Roping - Micropulse West & Marana Stockyards Bull Riding - Lost Dutchman Days Rodeo Breakaway - Usherbrand http://www.usherbrand.com/ Master Saddles - Donated All-Around Saddles Inc. Team Roping Heading Dales Town and Country 2011 GCPRA Upcoming Events July 28 - 31, 2011 Durango Fiesta Days Durango, CO NMRA Rodeo - GCPRA Co-Sanctioned August 19 - 20, 2011 Otero Co. Fair & Rodeo Alamogordos, NM NMRA Rodeo - GCPRA Co-Sanctioned August 26 - 27, 2011 Elfego Baca Shootout Reserve, NM NMRA Rodeo - GCPRA Co-Sanctioned September 3 - 5, 2011 (GCPRA Lead Sanction) Sonoita Labor Day Rodeo Sonoita, AZ September 10, 2011 (GCPRA Lead Sanction) Apache County Fair & Rodeo St. Johns, AZ Co-Sanction - NMRA

September 16 - 17, 2011 (GCPRA Lead Sanction) Navajo County Fair Ram Rodeo Holbrook, AZ Co-Sanction - NMRA,CPRA,PAFRA September 17, 2011 (GCPRA Lead Sanction) Greelee County Pro Rodeo Duncan, AZ Co-Sanction - NMRA October 1 - 2011 (GCPRA Lead Sanction) Rex Allen Days Willcox, AZ October 8, 2011 (GCPRA Lead Sanction) Benson Butterfield Rodeo Benson, AZ

2011 GCPRA Rodeo Schedule Durango Fiesta Days Durango, CO July 28-31, 2011 NMRA Rodeo Co-Sanction: GCPRA, PAFRA Slack: Thurs, July 28 @ 9 a.m. – All Team Roping Team Roping will be chute run Friday, July 29 @ 9 a.m. All other Slack Performances: Fri . July 29 @ 7 p.m.; Sat. July 30 @ 1 p.m.; Sat. July 30 @ 7 p.m.; Sun. July 31 @ 1 p.m. Added: $1000 BB/SB/BR /SW/CR/BRL/BKW; $2000 TR ($1000 each side); $600 MTR ($300 each side) Rookie BB, Rookie SB, Rookie Bulls nothing added Open Rough Stock may enter twice. Stock Contractor: W/A Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 BB/SB/BR/SW/CR/BKW; TR $100/man; BRL $85; Rookie events $60; MTR $100/roper; All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, July 18, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Local entries: July 17, 2011; 1-5 p.m. 970-759-7163 Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: La Plata Co. Fairgrounds Otero Co. Fair Rodeo Alamogordo, NM August 19-20, 2011 NMRA Rodeo Co-Sanction: GCPRA, PAFRA Performances: Fri. Aug 19 @ 8 p.m.; Sat. Aug 20 @ 8 p.m. Slack: Sat. Aug 20@ 8 a.m. Added: $500 per TE/BR; $500 BB/SB if 10 or more entries – if not $300 SB/BB Ranch Bronc Riding/Ribbon Roping nothing added Stock Contractor: Bucking H Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Ranch Bronc Riding $80; Ribbon Roping $55 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries.

W/A Rodeo Company Slash M Rodeo Company T5 - Manuel Murrietta V Heart Rodeo Company – Cody Resor Please be sure to check out our website at www.GCPRA.com for the latest updates and rodeo information GCPRA: PO Box 50476 Parks, AZ 86018 State Secretary - Shelly Howell - (623) 249-9506

GCPRA CES Phone Number: Rough Stock & Timed Events: (623) 455-8339 Team Roping: (623) 455-8385 Turnouts: (623) 455-8339 TR enter 3 times/ once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 15, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426; RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA, and co- sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 16, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check web site for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Guy Warden Arena Elfego Baca Shootout Reserve, NM August 26 - 27, 2011 NMRA Rodeo Co-Sanction: GCPRA,PAFRA Performances: Fri. Aug 26 @ 8 p.m.; Sat. Aug 27 @ 8 p.m. Slack: Fri Aug 26 after performance Added: $300 per SB/BB/BR/SW/CR/BRL/BKW/TR Ranch Saddle Bronc nothing added NMRA open Rough Stock may enter twice Stock Contractor: Bucking H Rodeo Co. Stock Charge $20 Entry Fees: $100 All Events; TR $100/man; BRL $75; Ranch SB $80 All Inc. Calf Ropers must be approved 1 week prior to entries. TR enter 3 times/once in open, twice in incentive or vice versa Entries: Monday, Aug. 22, 2011, TE: 505-864-9426 RS: 505-864-9427; TR: 505-864-7200 6-10 p.m. NMRA, PAFRA and co-sanctioning associations that guarantee entry fees may fax/email entries Information on the NMRA website: nmrodeo.org Call Backs: Tuesday, Aug 23, 2011; 505-864-9426; 6-9 p.m. Or check website for day sheets: www.nmrodeo.org Turnouts: 505-864-9426 no later than 3 hrs before performance. Directions: Catron Co. Fairgrounds, Reserve, NM

2011 GCPRA Year-End Standings As of July 10, 2011 (Top 15) Men’s All-Around 1. Clay Parsons, $2,888; 2. Tyler Whitlow, $2,599; 3. Jeremy Harden, $2,219; 4. Travis Reay, $2,142; 5. Logan Westcott, $1,836; 6. Wyatt Althoff, $1,765; 7. Mark Black, $1,093; 8. Cutter Parsons, $1,088; 9. Kyle Lucas, $1,069; 10. Justin Simon, $911; 11. Devon Burris, $825; 12. Jon Baer, $634 Women’s All-Around 1. Jamie Singletary, $2,479; 2. Tammy Lewis, $2,014; 3. Mandy Sproul, $1,504; 4. Becky Mahoney, $1,130; 5. Leigh Ann Billingsley, $1,040; 6. Sadee Wheeldon, $812; 7. Aspyn Dent, $727; 8. Zoe Billings, $433 Bareback 1. J T Cox, $1,784; 2. Adam Tanner, $846; 3. Tanner Ramirez, $823; 4. John Killian, $740; 5. Jason Minic, $376; 6. Milo Torres, $195; 7. Dustin Willis, $86 Calf Roping 1. Wes Lockard, $1,299; 2. Andy Martin, $1,183; 3. Korii Ochoa, $1,102; 4. Murray Pole, $990; 5. Cutter Parsons, $970; 6. Clay Parsons, $757; 7. Gordy Alderson, $753; 8. Tyler Whitlow, $682; 9. Jimmy Fletcher, $606; 10. Brock Palmer, $543; 11. Wyatt Althoff, $495; 12. Jake Mayfield, $488; 13. Kyle Lucas, $464; 14. Tristan Mahoney, $451; 15. Joe Moody, $424 Inc. Calf Roping 1. Roger Gunsch, $1,073; 2. Jimmy Shirley, $839; 3. Willard

Moody, $747; 4. Dave Hall, $700; 5. Devon Burris, $683; 6. Dale Davies, $632; 7. Ted Walker, $425; 8. Shannon Baer, $319; 9. Alvin Warren, $304; 10. Justin Largent, $267; 11. Bob Martin, $265; 12. Brent Keaveney, $247; 13. Doug Shipton, $228; 14. Hunter Reaume, $213; 15. Brian O’Brien, $162 Steer Wrestling 1. Dean McIntyre, $2,056; 2. Bill Claunch, $1,104; 3. Pepe Arballo, $1,030; 4. Bo Bleil, $1,027; 5. Jeremy Harden, $996; 6. Clayton Tuscherer, $918; 7. Trevor Duhon, $865; 8. Travis Reay, $806; 9. Jeff Richardson, $670; 10. Russell Armenta, $495; 11. Brock Butterfield, $469; 12. Trey Nahrgang, $126; 13. Chance Carlson, $126; 14. Cutter Parsons, $118; 15. Justin Simon, $113 Breakaway 1. Jaime Singletary, $1,723; 2. Tammy Lewis, $1,063; 3. Heather Hoff-Wright, $1,025; 4. Sally Brown, $941; 5. Becky Mahoney, $706; 6. Daria Weir, $580; 7. Mandy Sproul, $576; 8. Dani Meador, $570; 9. Taylor Smith, $472; 10. Arianna Assini, $464; 11. Jessica Depugh, $462; 12. Keleigh Etsitty, $432; 13. Leigh Ann Billingsley, $366; 14. Lisa Burt, $328; 15. Madeline Wuertz, $305 Barrels 1. Shelly Howell, $2,424; 2. Dolli Lautaret, $1,971; 3. Jolie Lautaret, $1,655; 4. Bailey Tuck, $1,499; 5. Teri James, $1,426; 6. Debbie Dewitt, $943; 7. Casey Shirley, $815; 8. Lake Mehalic, $771; 9. Kaylee Billingsley, $734; 10. Georgia Diez, $718; 11. Jenna Cadwallader, $665; 12. Teri Foley, $552; 13. Rebecca Kenner, $545; 14. Mandy Sproul, $532; 15. Amanda Barlow, $491 Inc. Barrels 1. Cortney Morris, $747; 2. Jennifer Auth, $582; 3. Shawn Stirling-Schuck, $552; 4. Aspyn Dent, $447; 5. Casey Shirley, $436; 6. Eileen Geraghty, $380; 7. Teresa Pearl-Benson, $351; 8. Kirsty White, $342; 9. Tyla Treasure, $325; 10. Krissy Sullivan, $325; 11. Becky Mahoney, $302; 12. Kaylee Billingsley, $291; 13. Stacy Buchanan, $282; 14. Zoe Billings, $253; 15. Crystal March, $250 Open Team Roping Heading 1. Whip Lewis, $2,815; 2. Aaron Tsinigine, $2,601; 3. Brock Hanson, $2,367; 4. Travis Whitlow, $2,268; 5. Levi Lewis, $1,778; 6. Wyatt Althoff, $1,270; 7. Kolton Schmidt, $1,038; 8. Gabriel Santa Maria, $1,026; 9. Dale Whitlow, $576; 10. Mark Black, $432; 11. Clint Sandercock, $390; 12. Blake Hirdes, $318; 13. Derrick Begay, $318; 14. Logan Westcott, $295; 15. William Benally, $288 Open Team Roping Heeling 1. TJ Brown, $2,760; 2. Victor Begay, $2,312; 3. Tyler Whitlow, $1,918; 4. Cody Pearson, $1,691; 5. Clay Parsons, $1,643; 6. Lane Siggins, $1,462; 7. Justin Simon, $798; 8. Blake Hirdes, $675; 9. Clint James, $640; 10. Rudy Yazzie, $607; 11. Brent Tryon, $602; 12. Kyle Lucas, $525; 13. Sterling Thomas, $432; 14. Kolton Schmidt, $390; 15. Tom Bill Johnson, $384 Inc. Team Roping Heading 1. Logan Westcott, $1,679; 2. Kolton Schmidt, $1,084; 3. TJ Brown, $926; 4. Kiley Reidhead, $853; 5. Michael Camelot, $751; 6. Nathan Singletary, $751; 7. Todd Zipprich, $706; 8. Whip Lewis, $672; 9. Clint Sandercock, $638; 10. William Benally, $581; 11. Jamie Singletary, $568; 12. Sadee Wheeldon, $436; 13. Clay Parsons, $396; 14. Victor Begay, $395; 15. Ben Johnson, $292 Inc. Team Roping Heeling 1. Garrett Sanders, $1,043; 2. Tammy Lewis, $951; 3. Rob Deeran Jr, $926; 4. Kolton Schmidt, $638; 5. Kyle Lucas, $605; 6. Sheldon Daye, $581; 7. JD Shipman, $563; 8. Mike Reidhead, $520; 9. Travis Reay, $479; 10. Mark Black, $436; 11. Mandy Sproul, $396; 12. Larin Shenah, $395; 13. Dale Whitlow, $372; 14. Jon Baer, $334; 15. Cooper Reidhead, $333 Saddle Bronc Riding 1. Kevin Cox, $1,430; 2. Jeremy Harden, $1,223; 3. Travis Reay, $858; 4. Chance Barnes, $690; 5. Tyson Frank, $502; 6. Colby Sventek, $480; 7. Jeb Loney, $441; 8. Robert Burbank, $433; 9. Dan Yeager, $359; 10. Colby Camacho, $239; 11. Jade Blackwell, $175; 12. Logan Westcott, $157 Bull Riding 1. Robby Jundt, $2,869; 2. Clayton Curtis, $1,325; 3. Samuel De La Cruz, $880; 4. Clint Holcomb, $715; 5. Efren Benavides, $707; 6. Shawn Rogers, $491; 7. Ethan Weiser, $335; 8. Michael Jeffers, $327; 9. Jeff Alder, $234

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AUGUST 2011

NEW MEXICO JUNIOR RODEO ASSOCIATION President - John English 505/239-7617 jenglish@wspubs.com • Vice President - Shane Thompson 505/710-9074 s.thompson@starband.net Secretary/Treasurer - Lisa Wade 505/363-8198 wade.lisa414@comcast.net

2011 Upcoming Events

The New Mexico Junior Rodeo Association is open to boys and girls up to 19 years of age, as of January 1 of the current year.

Lower Fees Lower Stock Charges Lower Administration Fees 6 & Under Age Group Added

Paul’s Veterinary Supply 505/341-9401 RDF Enterprises, Inc. 575/626-4026 Western Bank 575/748-1345

Old Mill Farm and Ranch 505/865-5432 Randy Lewis and Jimmy Thompson 505/459-6851 Grants Rodeo Association PNM

TEAM ROPING, CALF ROPING & BREAKAWAY JACKPOTS H CASLY ON

at the NMJRA Rodeos

Team Roping

Calf Roping & Breakaway

Friday Nights September 2 - Belen

Saturdays after NMJRA Rodeo August 20 - Bosque Farms September 3 - Belen

Enter at 6:00 p.m. Rope at 7:00 p.m.

Devon U-Haul New Mexico Ahern Rentals 505/247-4300 New Mexico Tractor Sales 505/861-1500 Hendren Buckles 505/883-0301 Maynard Buckles 505/862-7253 Champion’s Choice Buckles 1-888-779-0823

Belen, NM

September 3-5, 2011

Roswell Livestock & Farm Supply 575/622-9164

Sierra Cleaners 505/864-5934

August 20-21, 2011

2011 Finals Rodeo