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FEATURES 8

Just the Way It Is

by Ben Clements

USTRC Announcements

By the Numbers

Gold Plus Report

USTRC Insider

Top Tips with Rickey Green

Champions Profile —

by John Findlay by Shawn Vargas

Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping

Clay Tryan and Kory Koontz

Cruel Girl — Three More Cruel Girl Regional Champs Named

Horse Health — Common Genetic Defects in the American Quarter Horse By Heather Smith Thomas

Hitting the Road By Amy J. Daum and Kandi Kline

USTRC On Tap

Roper US Open Standings

On the Cover: Gabe Wolf of Lone Wolf Photography sent in the photo chosen as this month’s Cover Photo contest winner. Lone Wolf Photography can be found capturing team roping action at USTRC events all across the country and like many others, his submission in the contest has landed him $200 in cash for winning this month’s cover and will give him a chance at even more money in the SuperLooper Cover of the Year contest that will end at the end of the year!

USTRC Championship Results 68 78 86 92 102 112 118 122 126 130 136

LoneStar Regional Finals Southwest Regional Finals Northwest Regional Finals High Plains Regional Finals Southeast Regional Finals Mountaineer Classic North Dakota Championships The Island Championships Central States Showdown Chisholm Trail Classic Pine Country Classic

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JUS T the Wa y IT IS OCTOBER 2009

he Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping are almost here and I cannot wait to see everyone in Oklahoma City. I really enjoy the Finals even though it is a long nine days. I hope everyone is ready because this year is going to be outstanding. This is the 20th Annual Cinch NFTR and we are gearing up for an awesome time. I was thinking the other day about how life can throw you curves. How things change unexpectedly, and there are always things going on that we did not necessarily plan on or for. When this happens we must adapt. If you are like me, this is not always easy. “Adapt” is defined, as being able to make suitable to or fit for a specific use or situation. It means to adjust (something or oneself) to different conditions, or to change something to suit a new purpose. This is not always easy, but sometimes it is a must even if we do not necessarily like it. I have found through the years that if I can take on the traits of a chameleon and adapt to my surroundings it is much easier for me to survive in this world. We may think we have things rolling our way and all is swell and then BAM! Something happens unexpectedly. There are several ways you could handle this situation, but the best is to take things in stride and roll with it. I am not advocating for you to become complacent or to be a follower, I am just saying adapt and handle the issue. If you need to give a little here or there to accomplish the end task or goal, then be willing to adjust yourself to handle the situation. When you get into a situation where it just seems like everything is going wrong and the world is crumbling around you don’t let it get you down. Stop, relax, slow down, and assess the situation. If you take things in stride and do what you can you can overcome and conquer anything that comes your way. You may not do things exactly as you had planned, but it will work out and be ok. Many times, God has a plan for us and we get so caught up in ourselves, that we don’t see the situation as a whole. Our mess so consumes us that we get lost in the shuffle. Just as the chameleon can change its color to adapt to a different surrounding, we can do the same. We can adapt ourselves to what is going on and thus survive and handle any situation that comes our way. We may not always like the way we have to adapt, but

should realize that sometimes it is the best way. Now then, lets compare this to team roping. We take each steer as they come. Sometimes we draw a really good steer and the opportunity to be fast presents itself. We must capitalize on that. Other times, we draw a steer that is a little tougher and in that instance we must adjust to make the best run possible to stay in the game. Then we find ourselves in the short round we must look at where we are in the field. Are we the high team back, in the middle or did we just barely make the cut? Depending on how things unfold we may have to try and be fast, or we may just need to catch, or we may need to take a chance and see what happens. This is no different than life. Most of the time we have things going our way and can just make a good practice run and keep right on going. When we draw the good one, use it to your advantage and when we get a bad one or one we don’t like, don’t give up, just adapt and handle it the best you can. Take each situation you find yourself in and make the best of it. If you don’t let yourself be overwhelmed and are willing to adapt or adjust you will come out just fine. It is no different than making your way to the US Finals. We want everything to be perfect. We have worked hard to get here and all should be well and good, but as you know, it is team roping and anything can happen and it probably will. So be willing to take the good with the bad. Adapt to each situation and each run and do the best you can. Sometimes you will win and sometimes you will lose, but the important thing is to stay in the game and be there when the dust settles with a smile on your face knowing that you did all you could. If that lands you on top and you win some big money then great, but if you fall short, don’t give up. Just adjust and learn from your experience and be better the next time because of it. It is all about how you handle things and how you prepare yourself. If you have a mindset where you are willing to adapt where you need to, it will be much easier on you and everyone around you. Shoot for the stars and go for it. Take the hand you are dealt and use it. It may not always be the hand you had hoped for, but with a little “adaptivity,” understanding, and an open mind you can come out on top and that is just the way it is…… —

Ben

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DEPARTMENTS 144 SSG Junior Looper 152 The Other Half

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154 On the Edge of Common Sense by Baxter Black

156 Riding Herd

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158 Sports Medicine Stable by Mark Duncan 160 Walt Woodard 162 SuperLooper Events Calendar 164 MarketPlace 209 Advertiser’s Index

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10 / OCTOBER 2009

ANNOUNCEMENTS 2010 SEASON Free Flex Earnings With your 2010 Gold Spur Membership, you will receive $1,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings for the 2010 season. Now, just by purchasing your USTRC membership, you will be qualified to participate at a Regional event. Gold Plus members will receive $3,000 in Flex Earnings.

2010 Memberships USTRC Cards purchased after September 1. 2009 are good for the remainder of 2009 and all of 2010. They expire on December 31, 2010. A 2009 USTRC card will be mailed to you and you will not receive your 2010 USTRC Membership card until mid December of this year.

2010 Jr. Looper In an effort to standardize the Jr. Looper program at all USTRC Sanctioned events, the USTRC will host three Jr. Looper Divisions for the 2010 Season. They include 6 and under, 7-9 and 10-12 age groups. This new program will go into effect at events after the Cinch USTRC NFTR.

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USTRC Merchandise Ropers and roping fans, be sure to visit the USTRC Store at the 2009 Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping to stock up on some great USTRC Merchandise!

Cinch USTRC NFTR Schedule BEGIN EACH DAY AT 8 A.M. Saturday, October 24, 2009 Open Preliminary #15 Preliminary #15 Shoot-Out Sunday, October 25, 2009. #13 Preliminary Roper Outerwear US Open Monday, October 26, 2009. #13 Shoot-Out #12 Preliminary Tuesday, October 27, 2009 #12 Shoot-Out #12 Gold Plus Shoot-Out Wednesday, October 28, 2009 Century Championships SSG Jr. Looper Preliminary – 9 a.m. #10 Gold Plus Shoot-Out 4 Ropin Ranch Preview of Sale Horses Thursday, October 29, 2009 Cruel Girl Championships #11 Preliminary 4 Ropin Ranch Horse Sale Friday, October 30, 2009 #11 Shoot-Out #10 Preliminary Saturday, October 31, 2009 (HALLOWEEN) #10 Shoot-Out SSG Jr. Looper Preliminary 9 a.m. SSG Jr. Looper Shoot-Out #9 Preliminary Sunday, November 1, 2009. (DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS) #9 Shoot-Out #8 Shoot-Out

Photo Credit The photos of the Corriente cattle on page 132 and 133 of the August issue of SuperLooper came from Philipp Ranch, located in Washington, Texas. These cattle are a great example of today’s domestic roping cattle raised in the heart of Texas.

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NUMBERS The Most Successful Head/Heel Combinations

12 / OCTOBER 2009

#15 Division Percent of Teams and Percent in Average by Head Heel Combination 35.0% 30.0%

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#13 Division Percent of Teams and Percent in Average by Head Heel Combination 40.0% 35.0% 30.0% 25.0% Percent

ast month this By the Numbers article was all about Catch Ratios and Average Times of roping teams by division. I measured those ratios and times by the way in which the teams were entered in a division, that is, their header-heeler classification number combination. The results showed, first, which head-heel combinations were the most popular in each division, and then what the catch ratios and average times were for all the different head-heel combinations. In the process of looking at all this catch ratio and average time stuff, I came up with a theory on how to rate the effectiveness of a particular head-heel combination in a given division. I proposed in my theory that the head-heel combinations with the highest catch ratios and the lowest average times SHOULD be the best at winning. While it may seem like a no-brainer, that the team combination that catches the most steers in the least amount of time should be the most successful, my quick, sharp-witted and ever-so-scientific mind never leaves a team roping question to conjecture. To decide whether, indeed, my hypothesis is correct I had to drag up the numbers. Therefore, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on to the charts. Each chart looks at a particular division from the #15 down to the #8. The blue bars in each graph measure how teams were entered in each division by head-heel combination in percent. The ones that were entered the most start on the left on down to those that were entered the

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6-6

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10.2%

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6.3%

3.7%

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34.1%

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#12 Division Percent of Teams and Percent in Average by Head Heel Combination 45.0% 40.0% 35.0%

Percent

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4.5%

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5.9%

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least on the right. Looking, for instance, at the #15 division, the table at the bottom of the graph tells you that the 78 combination made up 26.9% of all the teams that entered the #15 division and the blue bar represents 26.9% on the chart. The figures here were compiled from all of USTRC’s sanctioned and affiliate ropings during the 2008 season. It leaves out, as it did last month, the statistics from USTRC’s Regional and National Finals. The red bar in each chart measures, of all the teams that finished in the Average, what percent of the designated head-heel combination finished anywhere in the Average of the roping. It made no difference if a team finished 1st or 31st, they were counted

Division

#15 #13 #12 #11 #10 #9 #8

Best Catch Ratio to Average Time 1. 7-6 1. 6-9 1. 6-7 2. 5-8 1. 5-7 2. 4-8 1. 4-7 2. 5-6 1. 4-6 2. 5-5 1. 5-4 2. 4-5 1. 4-4 2. 4-3

the same. These were the teams that either received a check or a ShootOut spot for a Regional Finals or the National Finals (remember, teams could earn ShootOut spots without winning any money). It does NOT include teams in the divisions that earned incentive checks or incentive ShootOut spots. So back to our #15 example, the 7-8 combination earned 32.2% of all the Average checks or ShootOut spots issued in the #15 Division. So for each head-heel combination you have a blue bar measuring the percent of teams entered and the red bar measuring “success” in the Average. I used placing in the Average as my measure of success rather than money earned because some of the big money ropings really throw the money earned figures out of whack. One big check one by a particular head-heel combination could easily have skewed the numbers. I felt that counting the fact that a team earned a check was a better gauge of the overall effectiveness of a given head-heel combination than counting the money. But what do these different percentages show? Well, if a particular head-heel combination has a higher “in the Average” percentage than their “teams entered” percentage, they are doing better than they are “supposed” to. By the same token, if a particular head-heel combination has a lower

Best Percentage of In Average over Teams Entered 1. 7-6 2. 6-9 1. 5-8 2. 6-7 1. 5-7 2. 4-7 1. 5-6 2. 4-7 1. 5-5 2. 4-6 1. 4-5 2. 5-4 1. 4-4 --SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 13

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#10 Division Percent of Teams and Percent in Average by Head Heel Combination

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#9 Division Percent of Teams and Percent in Average by Head Heel Combination 45.0% 40.0% 35.0% 30.0% Percent

“in the Average” percentage than their “teams entered” percentage, they are doing worse than they are supposed to. All things being equal, a given head-heel combination should be in the Average at the same percent that they are entered. So, those head-heel combinations with percent in the Average figures higher than their percent of teams entered are doing well and those head-heel combination with greatest difference between the two percentages are doing the best. Now that we know what to look for in these charts, let’s go back to my theory. Did the head-heel combinations that had the highest catch ratios in relation to the lowest average times also come out as being the most successful at placing in the Average? In the #15, the 7-8 and the 6-9 combinations were the two best head-heel combinations for high catch ratios and low average times, they were almost equal. Looking at our #15 Chart, the top two with the higher percent in the Average over percent teams were, ta-dahhh, the 7-8 and the 6-9 combinations. So far so good. The table here shows the top two combinations, in order, from last month’s column showing the best catch ratios relative to the lowest average times compared to the top two teams with the greatest difference between their percentage in the Average to percent of teams. Ah, but the rest of the Table, while close, is not exactly dead on in upholding my theory. In most of the cases, the head-heel combinations were flipped from first to second to second to first. Like in the #13 Division, the head-heel combinations with the best Catch Ratio to Average Time were, in order, 1. 6-7 and 2. 5-8 while the head-heel combinations with the higher percentage of In Average over Teams entered were, in order, 1. 5-8 and 2. 6-7 . . . flipped. The same was true in the #11, #10 and #9, the results were flipped. In the #12 Division, the 5-7 head-heel combination was first in both categories but while the 4-8 was second in the Catch Ratio to

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Average Time group, the 4-7 was higher in percent in the Average over percent of teams. I found that most curious. The 48 combination, by all rights, should be more successful than the 4-7, shouldn’t it? I mean a #12 team should be more successful than a #11 team, yes? I can come up with only one idea for this strange anomaly. The 4-7 combination made up only 3.3% of the total number of teams, a relatively small percentage. The 4-8 combination accounted for more than double that at 7.9% of the

total. The 4-7’s were in the Average 3.6% of the time while the 4-8’s were in the Average 7.7% of the time. So the 4-8’s were in the Average more times than the 4-7’s but were in the Average LESS than their percentage of entries (7.7% to 7.9%) while the 4-7’s were ABOVE in being in the Average over their percentage of team makeup (3.6% to 3.3%). Since these numbers do not reflect WHERE teams finished in the Average, a 20th place is as good as a 1st continued on page 150

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United States Champion and the thought of actually winning one sends chills up my spine. Those prizes sure stand out when you see someone sporting them around! The goal of the USTRC staff is to make your stay at the Cinch USTRC continued on page 18

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have always loved this season. There are so many cool things about fall. The leaves start to change, the elk start to bugle, the MLB playoffs start, and most important, the USTRC Finals start. It seems like we just left Oklahoma City a couple of months ago, yet we are set to begin the 2009 Cinch USTRC NFTR on October 24 and run through November 1. I guess time flies when you are having fun! This is a must-attend event if you are a team roper of any level. The Oklahoma State Fairgrounds have continued to upgrade the facility and there will be several changes that will make you look twice. If you attended the NFTR last year you have seen some of them, yet there are even more improvements this year! The office will continue to be on the lower level behind the boxes in the main coliseum. The Oklahoma State Fair Committee has done an awesome job of upgrading the

The High Plains Regional Finals held in Cheyenne, Wyoming treated the team of Marina and Tom Hadley to a big Gold Plus win. Their four-head total of 33 seconds flat earned them $6,166 in cash, a pair of trophy Martin saddles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

A total of $6,144 in cash, a pair of trophy Martin saddles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings landed in the hands of the team of Larry Thaggard and Avery Roberts II, after they roped four head in 33.19 seconds to win the Gold Plus roping at the LoneStar Regional Finals. 16 / OCTOBER 2009

Brian Anderson and Henry Muragin gathered the Gold Plus win at The Island Championships after roping four head in 34.55 seconds. Their win earned them $1,166 in cash, a pair of trophy Gist buckles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

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continued NFTR the most pleasurable and convenient experience possible. While there, please don’t hesitate to ask if there’s something you need. USTRC will do everything within the rules to help each and every one of you. This should

be the best team roping event that you will ever attend so please remember that the staff is there to help. I would like to say congratulations to Pam Kennedy, Shannon McDaniel, Clint Felton, Jim Bynum, Tony Steele, Rocky Ross, and Patrick Weaver. These were the Gold Plus bonus Crème De la Crème gold buckle winners for each of our seven Regional events. I hope to see all of you in a week or two in Oklahoma City. It is always exciting to see my friends from all over the country and catch up a little on what has happened over the last year. I

will have a little bragging rights this year as my Gators won the national championship last year! As for the many of you I do not know personally, I hope I get a chance to meet you! There is going to be a ton of cash and prizes up for grabs so get tuned up and come give it your best! Good luck to all of you who attend the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping and remember, you must catch to win!

Adios,

Shawn Vargas

The Hammon, Oklahoma team of Mickey Miller and Danny Teel roped four head in a solid 32.46 seconds to win $4,554 in cash, two trophy Martin saddles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings at this year’s Southwest Regional Finals. 18 / OCTOBER 2009

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Dean McLain from Yacolt, WA teamed up with Thad Akins who came from Harrisburg, Oregon to rope at the Northwest Regional Finals held in Winnemucca, Nevada. They roped four head in 34.81 seconds to win the Gold Plus roping and walk away with $4,090 in cash, a pair of trophy Martin saddles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

Bruce Nichols teamed up with Jay Shaffer at the Mountaineer Classic in West Virginia to win the Gold Plus roping. They roped four head in 33.47 seconds to win $1,594 in cash, a pair of trophy Gist buckles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. continued on page 20

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Leland Searcy and J.R. Macoubrie posted time of 35.30 on four head in the Gold Plus roping at the Chisholm Trail Classic. They out-roped the rest of the field and took home $4,040 in cash, a pair of trophy Gist buckles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

The Louisiana team of Sal Cannizzaro and Harvey McDaniel won the Gold Plus roping at the Southeast Regional Finals. They took home the big payday of $5,692 in cash, a pair of trophy Martin saddles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings after posting a winning time of 34.85 on four head. Lake St. Louis, Missouri hosted the Central States Showdown where the team of Doug Hinkle and Wade Henderson won the Gold Plus event. They took home $3,002 in cash, a pair of trophy Gist buckles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings after roping four head in 32.75 seconds.

The cool air of Flagstaff, Arizona welcomed ropers to the Pine Country Classic, including the team of Jerry Elkins and Kyle Roundy who won the Gold Plus roping with a four-head total of 27.67 seconds. The win earned them $3,262 in cash, a pair of trophy Gist buckles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings Home-state ropers, Steve Eckroth and Bill Beard took home the Gold Plus victory at the North Dakota Championships. They roped four head in 38.13 seconds to pocket $746 in cash, a pair of trophy Gist buckles and a Gold Plus National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. 20 / OCTOBER 2009

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INSIDER Going to the Cinch USTRC NFTR By Ben Clements We have talked a lot about the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping, but getting to and from Oklahoma City is something we haven’t really talked about. Many of us have a long way to haul just to attend the biggest and best team roping event in the world and it takes some preparation to make that trip.

Your Horse First of all, we must make sure our horses are ready to go. The rules and regulations for horse health papers are different for different states and so it is always best to check with your local veterinarian to see exactly what you might need to travel to OKC. It is always a good idea to have current negative Coggins papers and a current health certificate. With that business taken care of, your horse needs to be in good shape before making the haul. The better shape your horse is in, the easier the trip will be for your horse. The USTRC will have a farrier on the grounds, but you might want to have your horse properly shod by your usual farrier before you head out. If you take care of your partner, they will take care of you when it counts. Having your horse being ready for competition could mean the difference between taking home a USTRC National Championship or not.

Your Vehicle and Trailer It is always important to properly prepare your vehicle before heading to the Cinch NFTR and keep certain necessities in your automobile in case of a breakdown or an accident. Here are a few things to check before you hit the road. Be sure to check the fluid levels in your car: oil, coolant, windshield washer fluid, brake fluid and gasoline or diesel. While you’re under the hood, check the battery for corrosion on the battery posts, make sure the top of the battery is free of grease or water, check the water level (if possible), and look for any loose connectors or frayed wires. Next, check the tires. Check the tread on the rubber, look for bulges or bumps, and check the tire 22 / OCTOBER 2009

pressure. Make sure your spare tire is where it is supposed to be and since they can lose pressure over time, check to see that it has the proper air pressure as well. Check the ground beneath your vehicle for any leaks or pools. If so, note the location and color of any fluids on the ground as that information will make it easier for the mechanic to diagnose the problem. Not only will you need to check out your pickup truck, but you will also need to check out your horse trailer. Be sure the tires are properly inflated and that everything is in working order. Some of you may have living quarters trailers, so be sure that everything on them is ready for the trip. Just because you’ve checked the current condition of your vehicle doesn’t mean something won’t happen during your road trip. Keeping these items in your car can help keep you from being stranded in an emergency. Tool Kit. Include screwdrivers, pliers, a utility knife, a crescent wrench or a small socket set, and a flashlight with fresh batteries. Flat tire repair. A spare tire, tire iron and jack, a crowbar (some tire irons double as a crowbar), and a tire tester are essential for changing tires along the side of the road. Booster Cables or Jumper Cables. Here’s a tip for the mechanically challenged: it’s positive to positive and negative to negative. Make sure to connect the positive first to prevent accidental short-circuits. Also, be careful not to let the metal clamps touch while connecting them. If they touch, they will spark and the battery could short out. Duct or electrical tape. Even a mechanicallychallenged person can repair a broken hose on the side of the road with some tape. Gas can. Don’t store gasoline in the can. Not only is that dangerous in case of an accident, the gasoline can go bad and cause the engine to run poorly. Cell phone. Make sure your cell phone is fully charged and you have your charge adapter with you. Even without a service provider, you can make a 911 call. FCC requirements state that ALL cell phones, regardless of status of service (or even the lack of service) must be

able to dial 911. Make sure you are aware of your surroundings, since the 911 operator may not be able to pinpoint your location. Other road trip essentials to pack are gloves, extra bottles of engine oil and antifreeze, and a tow rope or chain. Following all these tips and being prepared in case of trouble can make or break your road trip. Remember accidents can happen. Being alert and using your five senses are your best defense out on the road.

You and the Cinch NFTR Experience After you have all that in order, you need to make sure of a few more things to be ready for the trip. Make sure you have a map, GPS, or know how to get to the Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City. For many of you it will take more than one day to make the trip. If you are planning on stopping along the way, make sure you will be stopping in a location that is not only convienent for you and your family, but for your horses as well. If you have not made your room reservations, check the USTRC website (www.ustrc.com) for a list of host hotels and make those reservations. Oklahoma City has a vast array of accomodations to fit every team roper’s pocketbook and needs. Choose one that will work the best for you and those traveling with you. The USTRC posts draw positons on the website, so again visit www.ustrc.com and go to the member service page to find out exactly when you will be competing. The draw positions should be complete with a day, time and team number. All are very important so keep that information handy. Many of our ropers are kids and so be sure you have made all the proper arrangements with the school. Also, if you are on medication make sure you have the proper amounts to accommodate you throughout your stay in OKC. I will also tell you from past experience to make sure you have your insurance information handy, just in case some unforeseen incident or illness occurs.

You and Having Fun Most importantly the Cinch USTRC NFTR is a fun and rewarding experience. Don’t let being unprepared spoil the trip. The USTRC and its staff are there to help you and accommodate you in anyway we can. For many of you it is a vacation and so HAVE FUN and WIN LOTS!!! If you make sure you are prepared for the Cinch USTRC NFTR and that you are prepared to make the trip it will be a whole lot easier on you and those traveling with you. These are just some tips to help you out. See you at the FINALS!

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Rickey Green How About Teamwork have a lot of students who ask about teamwork. They often say that if they only had a partner who would handle cattle a little better, or if their heeler would haze a little better, they wouldn’t miss so many. You can’t expect to go every weekend, switch partners and rope with someone you don’t know, and be a great team. Yes, you can be a great roper, but to be a great team you need to know your partner’s strengths and weaknesses. My first real partner who taught me a lot about teamwork was David Motes. We went to Phoenix and he missed both steers, so he was not talking much on the trip home. I thought he was mad at himself, so I said, “Hey, don’t worry about it I could have missed myself.” He said, “You did. You missed both hazes and you cost us winning everything.” I spent the next eight hours in the world champions’ lecture hall for novice heelers. When I emerged from the Monte Carlo, I was a lot smarter about what my partner expected from me. Yes, back in the day, if you had a Monte Carlo and a two horse Miley trailer, you stayed at the Holidome and you were livin’ a dream. I have roped with the greatest ropers of all time: Julio Moreno, Doyle Gellerman, Tee Woolman, Speed Williams, Charles Pogue, Jake Barnes and many others that have unbelievable skill. I’ve seen these guys throw loops that were so sharp and snappy it would

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take your breath away. If you really take a look at the headers I just named, they all had certain partners with whom they won most of their money; a partner who knew how to haze their steer just enough left or how to let their steer float off to the right in some cases. You have to know what things help and what things hurt your partner’s roping and confidence. I used to win quite a few average ropings with David Motes. I just read where he had eight Salinas buckles and a Gold Card. I might get in that when I get old like David, ha ha. Anyway, what we would do in the averages was help David through each round. For instance, say we were in a five steer, I would hold the first steer straight and then after that I would bring each steer left about two feet more than the previous steer. I did this because David’s horse would get wider as the day went on. So, I would ride a little higher and push those steers to the left harder to match his horse. Then when David caught, he would hold those steers in the corner and let me get back in shape to heel them. That was our average plan. In the rodeos, I would push most steers left a little and that was our rodeo plan, depending on what horses we rode. Nowadays, most headers in the pros don’t want much of a haze left because it’s too slow for today’s roping. But a lot of headers do like you to hold them straight. I asked Doyle Gellerman one time how he wanted me to haze and he said,

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;Let him go in whatever direction you think you can heel him in.â&#x20AC;? Some headers have a swing that allows them to can catch anywhere, anytime. What every heeler needs to know, though, is that your haze also sets up your handle. If you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like roping a steer coming up the left wall, donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t jump out so quick. Hang back and let him run straighter up the arena so youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll have more room. If you cut into the head when one goes to the right wall, then try to start a little harder and yell at the steer to keep him from going to the right. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the heeling barrier intimidate you into not getting a start and a haze. And this is just a given for headers, ask your heeler how he wants his steer handled. How fast does he like you to roll them around the corner? Does he want a square corner and a sharper snap? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun to be the kind of partner that can be approached and is willing to do whatever it takes to win. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s teamwork.

Finally, headers, if you see the steers have little horns, you know your odds of waving it off go up if they run right. Go tell your heeler, â&#x20AC;&#x153;If he goes to the right I might pop it off him.â&#x20AC;? Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll get a haze. Headers, also, if your horse is resisting going to the right, tell your heeler about the problem. Ask him if he could hold the steer a little straighter until you can fix the problem at home. The thing about verbalizing your team plans is that now you feel like a team, and teams win. Your Friend,

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Open 2008 USTRC National Champions

hen the Roper Outerwear US Open Roping kicked off at the USTRC National Finals of Team it premiered to a full house at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds. The crowd was ready and expected a lot from the best team ropers in the business. The short go round of the Roper Outerwear Open revealed twenty of the best professional team ropers anywhere in the world. It proved to be a very interesting roping. The crowd had stayed passionately involved and the ropers not only faced up to their own expectations but responded to the crowd’s expectations as well. Texas team ropers Clay Tryan and Kory Koontz were the high team back going into the short go round with a time of 35.55. Tryan and Koontz always rise to the occasion and rope well under

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pressure. They are both quietly Clay B. Tryan Kory Koontz focused and $90,600 in their bank accounts. They mentally prepared for whatever would also receive Martin challenge might arise in the arena. Championship Trophy Saddles, Gist When Tryan and Koontz rode into the Championship Spurs, Gist box they were the last team to go. Two of Championship Buckles, Tony Lama Full team roping’s best were the last team to Quill Ostrich Boots and Western rope. Every person in the coliseum Horseman Collector’s Framed Prints. focused on them. The pair needed an As the arena cleared and the pair 8.89 to take the win. They were made their way back into the arena for connoisseurs of the game and if nerves interviews the excitement was electric. were an issue you certainly couldn’t tell. With nerves of steel Koontz and Tryan It was that well camouflaged. No doubt, were still human. They had just won the their game face was in place. Open and it was a sweet victory. “I’m A deep hush occurred when Tryan always a little nervous and anxious,” Kory nodded for the steer. When the clock Koontz said. “I’d be lying if I told you that stopped 7.16 seconds stood solid on the I never got the little butterfly in the belly clock. Kory Koontz and Clay Tryan feeling. I’ve never won this roping before would take the win in the Roper and I wanted things to be right. I always Outerwear US Open Average. Winning rope aggressive but I wanted to be right the Average of the Open would put

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as well. I just planned to take a little more time. I’m very blessed to have won this roping with Clay.” “I really felt good coming into the roping,” Tryan elaborated. “Kory and I won second in the Preliminary so I felt good coming into this short round. I have a great horse and he makes me rope right. I didn’t want to break the barrier. I wanted it all to be right. I’m elated over this victory here at the Finals.” Despite having a certain flair for the winner’s circle, both Tryan and Koontz are quietly focused men who go rope and they go to win. No doubt, they are on the same page when it comes to having the winner’s edge and mentality. The USTRC Roper Outerwear US Open is always a favorite with roping fans. The fans were not disappointed with the 2008 Champions and certainly Koontz and Tryan were proud to be representative of the best team ropers in the business. Roping for high dollars and a fantastic prize line put a feather in the hats of both Tryan and Koontz. When the air cleared “And Then There Was One” the 2008 Roper Outerwear Open Champions were Clay Tryan and Kory Koontz. n

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Here’s how Annette won the Cruel Girl title: #10 Preliminary 1st Average Bill Hudman (Las Cruces, NM) $3,250 #10 Preliminary 3rd Average Tanner Jones (Alamogordo, NM) $1,674 #11 ShootOut 6th Average Cody McClain (Alamogordo, NM) Nat S/O #12 Gold Plus 6th Average Gregory Watson (Lovington, NM) Nat S/O #12 Gold Plus 9th Average Cody McClain (Alamogordo, NM) Nat S/O

Annette Hinkle and parnter Bill Hudman, winners of the #10 Preliminary at the Southwest Regional Finals.

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Southwest Regional Aug. 13-16, 2009 Albuquerque, NM Annette Hinkle Tularosa, NM

he LoneStar, Southwest and Northwest Regionals have all crowned their Cruel Girl Regional Champions for 2009. It’s an interesting mix of roping women covering a representative sampling of the likes of the USTRC’s feminine gender. First is the “old hand.” Annette Hinkle is not “old” by any means but she is an “old hand” at roping and quite handy at that. The 29year-old from Tularosa, NM has been padding Northwest Regional her bank account with Aug. 27-30, 2009 roping revenue since high school. In just the Winnemucca, NV last decade, Annette Brandi Pfeifer has earned more than $150,000 at USTRC Gaston, Or ropings alone.

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Brandi Pfiefer To add to her fame and fortune, Annette became Cruel Girl Regional Champion at the Southwest Regionals in Albuquerque the weekend of August 1316. While this was her first time in the Cruel Girl Regional saddle, Annette was our 2005 season Cruel Girl Champion back in 2005. She had an excellent Finals that year, capping it all by winning the #10 Shoot-Out. And you need to understand she did all this as a heeler. Most of our Cruel Girl champs are headers. And practically all of her partners are guys. And the reason, if you were to ask her partners, is because “she heels just like a guy!” While that may be a chauvinistic comment, it is high praise for one who is arguably one of the best lady heelers in the USTRC. Planning to make her mark again at the Cinch National Finals, Annette will be roping with Joanie Ivy (Amarillo, TX) and Shelby Smith (Stephenville, TX) in the Cruel Girl Championships. (She was second in the Cruel Girl Championships with Shelby last year.) With the ShootOut spots she’s earned at the Southwest Regionals alone, Ms. Hinkle will have a full roping dance card. Roping is what takes up most of Annette’s time. Between that and her job as a superintendent on a $25,000,000 government contract project at Holloman Air Force Base in Alamogordo,

NM) for NASCO (Native American Services Corp), she is pretty well booked. Roping since high school, she credits most of her success to her dad (Don Hinkle) plus the rest of her family, three grandparents, a sister and her mom (Edna Kay Hiinkle) plus a little God-given talent. She also has had some great horses. Albuquerque made her a little nervous as she was bringing “Twister” to his first USTRC roping. Bought for a relatively paltry $6,400 at a Steve Friskup Clovis Horse Sale (Steve will be auctioning again at the 4 Roping Ranch National Finals Horse Sale), and with only Annette’s guidance as a heel horse for less than a year, Twister proved up to the task. He probably bumped his worth a tad, too. Our second Cruel Girl Regional Champion is one of our upand-coming “young guns.” Only 17, Brandi Pfeifer of Gaston, OR is proving she is a roper worthy of reckoning. She and Alec Gaynor (McMinnville, OR) dominated the #9 at the Northwest Regional Finals (Aug 27-30) in Winnemucca. Not only did they win the #9 Preliminary but came right back and took the #9 Shoot-Out as well as capturing the overall fast time in the Prelim. That gave her a total of $7,059 in total earnings to which you can add the

Cruel Girl $750 bonus. But just to prove the #9 wasn’t a fluke, she went on to take third in the #10 Prelim Incentive which also earned 10th in the Average, again with Alec, as well as 9th in the Average of the #11 Preliminary with Thad Akins (Harrisburg, OR). While none of these spots earned her cash, she did get valuable flex earnings for each of them. Brandi started roping at 11 years old at a McMinnville, OR roping club with Alec, other friends and family which means she’s only been at this game for six years. While her performance at Winnemucca stands as her best so far, it’s a pretty good bet it won’t be her last. She will be attending the Cinch National Finals but with her fledgling status, is, at the moment, lacking a lady heeler to partner with in the Cruel Girl Championships. Her dad, Troy, will be one of her non-Cruel Girls partners. She hopes to improve on one of her few lackluster performances with him when she hickyed a horn. Brandi would love to win a good one with him, repayment for all he has done for her, like fishing trips to Alaska, pack trips in Oregon’s Hell’s Canyon and hunting trips where she downed a nice four point buck. Yes, Brandi and Troy, winning the #10 or 11 Shoot-Out at OKC would be a good payback. In the meantime, she’ll be riding colts and starting her senior year at Yamhill-Carlton High School. Right now she’s schooling a young four-year-old, Tater, to ultimately replace her tried and

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Common Genetic Defects in the American Quarter Horse

There are a number of common genetic defects that can occur in certain bloodlines of horses. For today’s team ropers who in most cases use the American Quarter Horse, certain defects can hit close to home. The two most common defects in these horses include HERDA and HYPP. Although these are mostly prevalent in AQHA halter and cutting horses, as well as Paints and Appaloosa’s, many are crossing over to the roping arena and are becoming something that should be considered when breeding or buying your next horse. Thanks to Heather Smith Thomas, author of the following two articles, ropers can find more information that may clarify questions on both HERDA and HYPP in horses.

HERDA A Devastating Inherited Skin Defect By Heather Smith Thomas

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uring the past several decades, research has helped us recognize and understand a number of genetic diseases in horses. Some of these appear more commonly in certain breeds, since they originated from mutations in recent years. If the mutation occurred in a popular animal, it got passed along to numerous descendents. Mutations are common in humans and animals, but generally don’t cause many problems

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because they are greatly diluted in a very large gene pool. But if the mutation appeared in an animal that has hundreds or thousands of descendents—the defect may eventually appear in a large number of animals. A perfect example is a serious skin defect in Quarter Horses, Paints, Appaloosas and any other breeds that have utilized certain Quarter Horse bloodlines. This skin abnormality was originally termed hyperelastosis cutis and also called HERDA (hereditary equine regional dermal asthenia), a term that simply mean dermal weakness in certain areas of the body. It is an inherited defect in connective tissue, characterized by abnormal skin that tears easily, and separates readily from the underlying tissues. Any trauma or pressure can literally pull the skin apart. The affected foal may suffer more nicks and scrapes than usual, but the problem is often not discovered or recognized until the young horse is started in training—and then wearing a saddle creates massive injury to the skin. This devastating problem was first documented in 1960, but no one knew what caused it. Later, research at Cornell University led by Dr. Nena Winand, and studies at UC-Davis, and at Mississippi State University where Dr. Ann Rashmir kept a group of affected horses, showed that the defective gene is a recessive trait that must be inherited from both parents before it can show up in the offspring. In recent years, HERDA has been found in some of the most popular bloodlines in cutting and raining horses, and in many Quarter Horse pedigrees and a few other breeds as well. The 34 / OCTOBER 2009

researchers traced the defect back to Poco Bueno (a famous and popular sire) and his immediate ancestors. For awhile, skin biopsies were used to diagnose the problem, since the abnormal tissue could be identified in the lab. Then a DNA test was created, and now horse breeders can readily determine whether any horse in their herd is a carrier. All affected horses are related, and all of them are the result of inbreeding or line breeding links that have doubled up this recessive gene. The defective gene did not cause a problem in the offspring of the first mutant animal because those offspring only possessed half of the equation. The trait must be doubled up, with one defective gene from each parent, in order to be expressed. Thus the defect was carried forward in a certain percent of the offspring of that first mutated animal, without the skin disease showing up, until some of the descendents were bred to each other. In recent years, with the inbreeding and line breeding so prevalent in

producing top athletes in various equine sports, we’ve seen this skin problem popping up with more frequency. Any horse that traces back to Poco Bueno has a chance of being a carrier, but many are not. During the past several decades, breeders had to find out the hard way if they had this defect in their herd—producing foals that suffered devastating skin injuries, or that could not be ridden when they grew up, eventually having to be euthanized. Now they can check an animal before breeding, using the DNA test. “Poco Bueno was an important foundation sire in the Quarter Horse breed, and this bloodline is fundamental in the performance, pleasure and ranch horse industry,” says Dr. Nena Winand, a veterinary microbiologist at Cornell University who has worked on this genetic research. “A lot of horses have Poco Bueno in their background. Some people say they have linebred these bloodlines for years and not had any problems, but other foundation linebreeders have produced foals with HERDA,” she says. All animals have some undesirable recessive traits, but these don’t show up unless doubled. “Some of the horses that are carriers of HERDA are spectacular animals and very athletic, and if you don’t breed them to a related horse you will never double up the recessive trait. You’ll never see that genetic defect. It’s not the carrier that’s the problem. It’s the way we breed them,” says Winand. If horse breeders can make informed decisions on how they breed these horses, by testing them first, they can safely continue to use them in their breeding program, by breeding them to non-carriers.

HYPP in Horses By Heather Smith Thomas

enetic defects are one of the challenges facing horse breeders, especially when a certain defect is prevalent in popular bloodlines that are heavily used in a breed. One example of a very serious genetic disease that has become very common in Quarter Horses and related breeds is hyperkalemic periodic paralysis (HYPP). It affects muscle metabolism and the affected

horses experience episodes of muscle twitching, sweating, and often collapse. Severely affected horses may die. This inherited muscle disease was first identified in 1985. By 1990 it was finally liked to the descendents of Impressive, a very popular Quarter Horse sire. His offspring were champions in the halter horse world, and his descendants now include Paints and Appaloosas as well as

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Quarter Horses. The defective gene is inherited as a dominant trait and can be passed to offspring by any horse that has it, if the foal inherits that gene. Breeding an affected heterozygous animal (N/H, possessing one normal and one HYPP gene) to a normal animal (N/N) will result in a foal that has a 50 percent chance of being normal and 50 percent chance of having the defective gene and developing HYPP. Breeding a homozygous animal that has only the HYPP gene (H/H, sometimes called a double positive) results in all the offspring inheriting the defective gene, regardless of the status of the other parent. Breeding an H/H horse to an N/H horse will produce offspring with a 50 percent chance of being H/H and 50 percent chance of being N/H. Breeding N/H to N/H gives 50 percent chance of being N/H, 25 percent chance of being completely normal (N/N) and 25 percent chance of being H/H. This genetic disease affects the transport of sodium in and out of muscle cells. Dr. David McCarroll in Goldsy, Oklahoma, has dealt with many HYPP horses, and he even treated Impressive, when he was in practice at Pilot Point, Texas. “I was called to treat him for colic, in the late 1970’s. He was actually having an HYPP attack, but we didn’t know it at the time. He was very weak, with front legs and nose on the ground,” says McCarroll. The famous stallion had already had several colic surgeries, which may not have been necessary, since the pain from HYPP can

be mistaken for colic. In a horse with HYPP, the muscles contract sooner than they should, due to electrolyte abnormalities in the cell membranes. “The defective sodium channel does not open and close properly to allow the electrolytes to move in and out of the cell in normal manner, so the muscle contracts more readily,” explains McCarroll. Signs of the problem include muscle tremors, skin twitching, especially in the flank or face muscles. “The horses also flare their nostrils,” he says. The horse sweats and has a fast respiration rate, often making a raspy noise as he inhales, because the muscles at the back of the throat collapse. He may drool because of throat paralysis. “As the condition worsens, the horse may collapse. No amount of encouragement or prodding will get him up. He is physically incapable of rising,” says McCarroll. The horse may lie there and get up again after several hours, but treatment, including IV fluids, can shorten the recovery time. Some horses can’t be saved. They just collapse and die. Sedation for dental work or surgery may bring on an episode and may result in death of the horse. “The horses die from asphyxiation because the pharynx and larynx collapse and they can’t breathe, or else their potassium levels become too high and the heart muscle gets out of rhythm, blood pressure drops too low, and the heart stops,” he says. HYPP horses are most apt to have problems during exertion. Any type of stress can trigger the symptoms—stress

of transport, weather changes, illness, or exercise. Whether a horse ever shows symptoms may depend on whether he is H/H or N/H. Being H/H can be fatal early in life, even as a foal. Many of these horses have to be on medication and careful dietary management for the rest of their lives. “It is possible for an N/H horse, however, to live its entire life without a spasm, even though there is always a risk,” says McCarroll. Most N/H horses can be managed by feeding them low potassium diets, such as grass hay instead of alfalfa, and maintaining a steady work regime. After the genetic aspect of this defect was discovered, and a reliable DNA test was established in the early 1990’s, breeders had the means to eliminate this gene from their breeding stock. There was a huge controversy over this, however, since many people did not want to give up these bloodlines. Finally the AQHA ruled that HYPP was an undesirable trait. Beginning with the 2007 foals, all Impressive descendents are now required to be parentage verified and tested for HYPP, with any H/H animals ineligible for registration. People with N/H horses can still breed those, to perpetuate their desirable traits, and with genetic testing can now prevent the possibility of any more H/H foals being born—by breeding only to N/N horses. When breeding an N/H horse to a normal horse, half the offspring will be completely normal, and the bloodline can be continued on, with those. Thus HYPP can eventually be eliminated from affected bloodlines, if breeders choose to do so. n SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 35

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Hitting the Road!

The Cinch National Finals of team Roping will be held towards the end of this month and ropers from all across the country will be heading over mountain passes, rolling through grasslands and navigating through cities in order to meet up in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma for this years largest team roping event. Ropers will no doubt be ready to compete, but in many cases, it may be a long way to travel and careful preparation should be taken in order to make the trip to the 2009 Cinch NFTR as carefree as possible. The stakes will be high as ropers of every caliber will be riding for hundreds of thousands of dollars at the 2009 Cinch NFTR and thanks to Broadstone Equine Insurance Agency, the USTRC’s newest sponsorship partner, ropers can look ahead, take some advice and make this year’s trip to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma safe and pleasurable. By Amy J. Daum and Kandi Kline Courtesy of Broadstone Equine Insurance Agency

Our rope horses can rack up a lot of miles in the horse trailer as we go through the competition season. While many of us stick to events within a reasonable radius of home, there is always the “destination event” like the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping that can involve greater preparation, such as the following.

The Driver It’s important that the driver be well rested, hydrated, and experienced. It’s safer to go with a companion rather than alone so that you have someone to navigate, answer your cell phone, hand you your junk food, and give you a break behind the wheel if necessary. While driving, leave plenty of stopping distance between you and the vehicles in front of you, accelerate and decelerate gradually (not only is this easier on your horses, it’s good for your gas mileage as well), and take care to go slowly around the corners. Try riding in the trailer while someone else drives, to get an idea of what your horse experiences. How’s the suspension? Can 36 / OCTOBER 2009

you keep your balance during turns? Does bedding or hay blow around inside? Is the air fresh, or are there exhaust fumes? These questions lead us to consider….

The Trailer First, give your trailer a walk-through before every use, being especially vigilant in your inspection if it has been a while since your last trip. Pay close attention to the floor, since urine and manure can be a damaging mix to the floor boards and also cause noxious fumes. Also, make sure no stinging insects have decided to build their latest home in your trailer’s nooks and crannies. After getting the all-clear in those areas, check all doors to make sure they close properly, and inspect your hitch to make sure it is in good working order. When it comes to your towing vehicle and trailer, the most likely cause of a tire blow-out is incorrect tire air pressure. Check every single tire to make sure they are inflated to the manufacturer’s specifications. At the same time check for any excessive or uneven wear and make sure the lug nuts are all tight. Your tow vehicle should be up-to-

date on all maintenance, and have all fluid levels topped off. Check to make sure your brakes are working properly and that all lights are functional. Have all of your paperwork for the horses in order, including any required health certificates, pack first aid kits for human and horse. Also, in as organized way as possible (the last thing you want to be doing in an emergency is rummaging through a pile of random equipment) store extra halters and leads and emergency equipment—jumper cables, reflector triangle, spare tire(s) and tire changing tools, flashlight, basic tool kit, and fire extinguisher. In addition, somewhere very easily accessible such as the glove compartment, and also someplace very visible like taped to your trailer door, post a list of emergency phone numbers and basic horse care information so that in the event you are incapacitated in an accident, emergency workers have the information they need to best take care of you and your horses. While shipping, if you put bedding on the floor, you might dampen it slightly to reduce dust; similarly, dampening the hay in the net can reduce flying debris. Leave windows

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open for ventilation. There are endless debates and studies regarding slant vs. straight-load and whether the horse should face forward, backward, or be turned loose in a box stall. It may take some experimentation to find what your horse seems to prefer. Most studies do agree, however, that the horse should be tied loosely enough (or left untied) in order for lowering the head to be possible.

The Journey Organize your trip so that you avoid driving more than 12 hours in a single day, and remember to stop for at least 20 minutes every three or four hours. It’s generally not safe to consider unloading and grazing the horse at rest areas, but it’s a great relief for the horse to simply stand and have a break from the vehicular vibration. Offer water and check the hay and the state of any clothing worn by the horse. Also if you leave the truck and trailer unattended for any length of time, check the hitch and all doors before heading back on the road.

The Horse Even the smoothest trip is stressful for your horse, so consider using immune-system boosters prior to the trip and possibly electrolytes while on the road, as recommended by your vet. To otherwise protect your horse, since unfortunately they don’t make horse-sized bubble wrap, you’ll have to make due with a variety of options. First consider leg wraps or high quality shipping boots, with the best protection being the boots that cover from the knee or hock down to the coronet band and bulbs of the heels. Keep in mind though that while these can be excellent protection, they can also be dangerous if they slip, so make sure that they fit well to begin with, and that they are put on properly. In addition, a fly mask may be a good idea depending on the amount of debris that blows around in your trailer, an issue especially with large stock trailers. You also want to consider a sweatwicking sheet or cooler, depending on the weather conditions, and even a head

bumper. These went out of fashion as trailers became taller, but anyone who has witnessed a horse scalp itself by rearing in a trailer will attest, it can be a very good investment.

Expect the Unexpected Despite how well you take care of your vehicle and trailer, you may still find yourself stranded by the side of the highway due to a shredded tire or blown clutch. Consider signing yourself up for a horse-specific emergency roadside assistance program such as USRider. Typical auto services such as AAA will not deal with your trailer or your horses, which is something you don’t want to find out while stranded on the side of the road. Contact www.USRider.org for details.

After the Trip After you’ve made it the show grounds, and once home after the entire trip is over, monitor your horse carefully to make sure he drinks adequately and has no injuries. Watch out for weight loss, respiratory illness, or colic as well.

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Since shipping presents its own set of health concerns for your horse, if you have your horse insured with Mortality and Major Medical/Surgical coverage you will have the peace of mind in knowing that protection is in place

should he need veterinary care after a long haul. As the USTRC’s new Approved Insurance Partner, Broadstone Equine Insurance Agency not only offers an exclusive rate for roping horses, representatives can also explain

your options to you in detail. Call 888-687-8555, or visit www.BroadstoneEquine.com to make sure your horse is covered whether at home, in the arena, or on the road.

Tips from the Road • Make a list of all the states you are passing through. Then check out both their health requirements and driving requirements. Many states require the driver to have a commercial driver’s license if the trailer is more than 25 feet long. • Learn your knots! Horses being transported should be tied with a quick-release knot. The tied rope should be long enough to allow the horse to reach his feed or hay, but short enough not to step over it or become entangled. • Carry extra items and supplies. Extra lead ropes and halters are always a good idea. Bring along extra buckets for water and grain—you never know how far you may have to haul water during your trip and an extra bucket will come in handy.

• Check on your horses and offer water to them every time you stop for gas. Check their food supply too—they should have hay to eat at all times. • You may want to protect your horse’s legs and feet during travel, and that’s fine. However, shipping wraps can decrease circulation and probably are not a good idea for horses traveling more than five hours. Unless your horse is a really poor traveler, bell boots on the front feet should suffice. • Spice it up! The water anyway. Some horses may not drink water that smells or tastes different than what they are used to. Knowing this before you begin traveling can help as you can begin adding flavor to his water a week or so before the trip and continue it throughout the trip. This can be easier than hauling water from home for one horse.

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Welcome

to this year’s Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping

By Ben Clements

Saturday, October 24

Thursday, October 29

Open Preliminary #15 Preliminary #15 Shoot Out

Cruel Girl Championships #11 Preliminary 4 Ropin Ranch Horse Sale

Sunday, October 25

Friday, October 30

#13 Preliminary Roper Outerwear US Open

#11 Shoot Out #10 Preliminary

Monday, October 26

Saturday, October 31

#13 Shoot Out #12 Preliminary

(HALLOWEEN) #10 Shoot Out SSG Jr. Looper Preliminary 9 a.m. SSG Jr. Looper Shoot Out #9 Preliminary

Tuesday, October 27 #12 Shoot Out #12 Gold Plus

Wednesday, October 28 SSG Jr. Looper Preliminary – 9 a.m. Century Championships #10 Gold Plus 4 Ropin Ranch Preview of Sale Horses 42 / OCTOBER 2009

Sunday, November 1 (DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS) #9 Shoot Out #8 Shoot Out

Schedule of Events

Each Day Begins at 8 a.m.

2009

The Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping (NFTR) is the crown jewel of the sport of team roping. The event brings the entire world of team roping together for nine days of non-stop team roping action. The Cinch NFTR takes place each year at the State Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and this year is set for October 24 – November 1. It is without a doubt the place to be if you compete in or enjoy watching the sport of team roping. There is so much to see and do—don’t miss the opportunity to experience the Cinch NFTR. Load up and make the trip, you will not be sorry.

There are so many things to do in Oklahoma City, you will never be without something to entertain you and the family. Oklahoma City is known as the “Horse Show Capital of the World” and the town is very familiar with rodeo and horse enthusiasts. The restaurants and hotels roll out the red carpet to welcome everyone to the Cinch NFTR. Oklahoma City, however, is so much more than just a great meal and a good night’s rest. The USTRC has worked very hard to put together the best Cinch NFTR experience ever. In fact, the USTRC strives to improve the team roping experience every year. No doubt, this year’s Cinch NFTR will be better than ever before. The team roping action will begin on October 24 and end on November 1. The USTRC will once again utilize two arenas for competition. This has been used in the past at the Finals and several other large productions with great success. The two arenas in use at the Finals will be the Main Coliseum, where everyone gets to run their first steer, and Barn #8 arena where teams will rope their second and third steers. This will speed up production time and eliminate the late night ropings. This year Daylight Savings Time ends on November 1 at 2 a.m. So that means when you go to bed on Saturday night roll your clocks back one hour. If you don’t, however, you will just be early to the roping the next morning.

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Finals Information

NFTR or may be carried over to next year to use at USTRC Regional events or the NFTR next year. Enter up to win your chance to get into the next USTRC Shoot-Out division.

Stalls

SSG Jr. Looper Events

If you have made reservations for stalls you can use the Express Check-In service that has been established to assist the thousands of horses that go in and out of the Fairgrounds during the Finals. If you do use the Express Check-In stall service make sure you understand how it works. First, you must have sent in your money for a stall or stalls, the USTRC will send you a postcard confirming your reservation. Make sure to bring this card with you and give it to the Express Check-In attendant after following the signs at the Fairgrounds. All of the stalls have been pre-bedded, but you may want to consider adding some extra if you plan to stay for more than a couple of days. Shavings will be available at the Fairgrounds. Also, the 9 a.m. check-out time will be strictly enforced, so make sure you are ready to go if you plan to leave earlier in the week. Remember that other ropers are coming in later throughout the week and your stall may be reserved for them. Also note while at the Fairgrounds the No-Parking zones will be strictly enforced, there will be fines for overnight tying of horses to trailers and absolutely no portable pens set up.

Jr. Looper ropers will have a chance to compete and strut their roping abilities. SSG Gloves and the USTRC bring you the National Jr. Looper Championships. The young ropers will have an opportunity to qualify for the Jr. Looper Shoot-Out by roping in the preliminary events. The preliminary Jr. Looper events will be Wednesday, October 28 at 9 a.m. and Saturday, October 31 at 9 a.m. in Barn #3. Contestants can enter on site beginning at 8 a.m. in Barn #3. Remember that a birth certificate will be required AND THAT ANY JR. LOOPER ROPER THAT HAS EVER WON A USTRC TROPHY SADDLE OR A JR. LOOPER TROPHY SADDLE WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE TO COMPETE. The Jr. Looper ShootOut will then take place in the Coliseum on Saturday, October 31 right after the #10 Shoot-Out. It is guaranteed to be an exciting event.

Hotels and RV Hookups Hopefully by this time you have contacted one of the many close-by lodging facilities. If you haven’t made reservations, do so now as the ropers rates will end around October 15. There are plenty of hotels available in many different price ranges. Call soon, occupancy will dwindle pretty fast. If you have an RV or camper, there will be over 400 hookups available at the Fairgrounds for on-site rental only. This is a first come-first served basis.

Guthrie Shoot-Out Championships There is also team roping action set for the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma. The arena is just north of Oklahoma City and is the largest indoor rodeo arena in the world. The Guthrie Shoot-Out Championships, produced by Jeff and Cindy Smith, will begin October 23 and run through October 30. The event is a good way to warm up for the NFTR and a good way to win an extra USTRC National Shoot-Out or two.

USTRC Challenge Arena The USTRC Challenge Roping will also be running at this year’s NFTR. This gives ropers a chance at some extra cash and another way to warm up for competition inside the main arenas. The Challenge action will take place in Barn #6 at the State Fairgrounds and will begin on October 25 and run through October 31. There will be prizes awarded to the high money header and heeler each day at the NFTR. Remember if you and your partner are both Gold Plus members and you beat the Challenge, the USTRC Shoot-Out you earn and the USTRC Flex Earnings you receive can be used at this year’s

SSG Glove USTRC Jr. Looper Championship Divisions 5 & Under, 6-7, 8-9, 10-12 • No entry fee; FREE to all kids 12 & Under Rules • Everyone must qualify in one of the Preliminary Ropings to rope in the Championship Shoot-Out even if you have won a buckle this year. Top 3 from each Preliminary in each age group will qualify for the Shoot-Out for a total of 6 in each age group. • Only one shoot-out can be won per roper. If you qualify in both Preliminary ropings, your Wednesday qualifying spot will be used. • Wednesday buckle winners are not eligible for Saturday Preliminary Roping. • Eligibility is determined based on roper’s age on the day of the event. Proof of age is required. You must have Jr. Looper membership card or copy of birth certificate. • Any roper that has ever won a USTRC trophy saddle or USTRC Jr. Looper trophy saddle is not eligible to compete. • 5 and Under and 6-7 divisions can have 3 legal head catches - fishing is allowed. 8-9 and 10-12 divisions are slick horns only - no fishing. • Please check in and receive back numbers before Preliminary starts • No dress code

4th Annual 4 Ropin Ranch Horse Sale Again this year Steve and Kim Temple will host the 4 Ropin Ranch Horse Sale during the Cinch NFTR. The sale will feature 40 head of team roping horses. The preview for the sale will be Wednesday, October 28, following the #10 Gold Plus Shoot-Out at approximately 6 p.m. in the Main Coliseum. The sale will be held Thursday, October 29 at approximately 6:30 p.m. right after the #11 Preliminary inside the Main Coliseum. It is always fun to attend.

2009 Changes! Last year Cinch NFTR participants noticed some huge changes at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds. The place has continued to renovate and improve, something ropers will notice as they arrive at this year’s Cinch NFTR. It will be crucial for everyone to pay attention to where things are because some things may have been moved to be more convenient and roper friendly. The USTRC Office will be located inside the Main Coliseum between the roping boxes and Barn #1 warm-up arena. SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 43

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USTRC Trade Show The USTRC invites ropers to the USTRC NFTR Trade Show. More than 80 vendors will be on hand inside and outside the Main Coliseum with everything that a team roper, team roping enthusiast or even someone that knows a team roper might need. There will be plenty of horse and roping supplies, trailers, tack, jewelry, clothing, knick-knacks and various other goodies. This is a great place to get your Christmas shopping doneâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it will be the only stop you need to buy for your favorite team ropers. The USTRC Store is a popular place to visit, but get your shopping done early as the merchandise goes fast.

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Checkerboard Arena

Learn what it takes to win from today’s top professionals

USTRC Seminars and Purina Checkerboard Arena Team ropers will also enjoy the CINCH NFTR Seminars. The Purina Checkerboard Arena has become a popular spot for ropers and their families to get some extra tips and pointers on everything from roping to horsemanship. The Purina Checkerboard Arena will kick into gear Tuesday, October 27 and run through Friday, October 30. The seminars are free to everyone and are brought to you by Classic Ropes, Classic Equine, Martin Saddlery and Purina Mills. The USTRC hopes everyone gets a chance to listen to the great line-up of speakers.

Tuesday, October 27 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Rickey Green The Power Swing 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Walt Woodard Team Roping Basics 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Jake Barnes Heading with a 7 Time World Champion 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Kory Koontz Heeling Management: Finish the Run

Wednesday, October 28 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Jake Barnes Heading with a 7 Time World Champion 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Rickey Green Team Roping for Kids Under 12 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Walt Woodard Team Roping Basics 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Kory Koontz Heeling Management: Finish the Run

Thursday, October 29 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Kory Koontz Heeling Management: Finish the Run 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Walt Woodard Team Roping Basics 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Rickey Green Horse Control 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Rube Woolsey Talk Roping

Friday, October 30 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Walt Woodard Team Roping Basics 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Kory Koontz Heeling Management: Finish the Run 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. Rube Woolsey Talk Roping

Kory Koontz, Professional Heeler Heeling Management: Finish the Run For over a decade, Kory Koontz has dominated the sport of team roping. In his professional career, he has won over $1.5 million in the PRCA and he has qualified for 13 trips to the National Finals Rodeo. Well known as one of the best jackpot ropers in team roping, Kory has been the crowned champion of almost every major open team roping event. Everyone knows Kory is talented with a rope. However, he is also highly respected as a horseman. Three times his horses have been selected as winners of the PRCA’s Horse of the Year. Kory will share tips on how to get the most from your horse, how to prepare mentally to compete, and how to own the roping by following his basic steps to success. 46 / OCTOBER 2009

Jake Barnes Heading with a 7 Time World Champion Jake is undisputedly one of the greatest ropers our sport has ever known. He sets the standard by his dedication and passion for the sport of team roping. His work ethic continues to lift him above and beyond all obstacles and he continues to excel in his teaching and in his purpose. Come learn how to become a better roper and competitor by learning how to practice with a purpose. Jake openly shares his formula for success. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the very best.

Rickey Green, Team Roping Instructor Power Team Roping Rickey has built his reputation both as a rodeo cowboy and as a premier team roping instructor. He has qualified for the NFR 11 times. He is a member of the BFI Silver Club with BFI earnings exceeding $23,000. Rickey Green has trained numerous champion team roping horses and has 25 years of experience as a team roping instructor. He has dedicated his career to teaching students across the country how to effectively develop team roping fundamentals and how to perfect techniques for success. For more information on Rickey’s schools call 1-866-RICKEYG or log on to www.powerteamroping.com.

Rube Woolsey, Professional Header Basic Heading Learn the basics of heading from Rube Woolsey, a four-time NFR Qualifier and winner of the BFI. Rube is also a USTRC Open Reserve Champion and a George Strait Team Roping Classic Champion. He is now devoting most of his time to teaching roping schools across the country and gives private lessons in the Arizona area. He is currently working on a series of roping videos. For more information on Rube’s schools, call 602/321-1738.

Walt Woodard, Team Roping Instructor Team Roping Basics Walt Woodard is a world renowned authority on team roping and is a popular teacher, competitor and mentor to ropers across the country. He has dedicated his life to teaching and building tomorrow’s champions. He will give you the basics of heading and heeling, including proper horse position, swing, target recognition and correct delivery. He has qualified for the NFR 18 times and taught over 700 roping schools throughout the US, Canada, New Zealand and Australia. For more information on Walt’s schools, call 209/462-0973 or log on to www.waltwoodard.com.

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What Awaits you in Oklahoma? Off in the distance thunder rumbled and Harv’s ** horse wouldn’t stand still. Harv didn’t know if it was the approaching thunderstorm or the gathering crowd. Regardless, Harv was as nervous as a cat and maybe the horse was picking it up from him. “I bet there are more than a thousand folks here,” Harv muttered to himself. “Ain’t no one gonna have a chance at the land except the ‘sooners’ who already jumped the gun.” Wishing he had pulled early before daylight Harv shuddered as the thunder rumbled and the storm seemed closer. It was the Oklahoma Land run of 1889 and Federal officials had done all they could to maintain some kind of order. Still there was fighting, quarreling and deaths. When some 10,000 folks gather to grab free land you will, no doubt, have a fiasco. Harv stepped off his horse and led him around to calm his own nerves and not necessarily the horse. He sidestepped some woman dragging two kids and then moved to get out of the way of a surrey driven by Chinese with long pigtails. When a farmer leading a milk cow asked if his horse was for sale Harv climbed back on his horse and hoped they would get this race underway soon. “I can’t even imagine what the future holds,” he said and patted his horse. The horse lunged and fought his bit. “Ain’t no telling how this is going to turn out.” The future would unfold for the Oklahoma City area in ways Harv could never imagine. The early settlers would remain, and a provisional government would be put in place. By 1900, the population in the Oklahoma City area would more than double, and out of those land runs and tent cities, a metropolis would be born. Oklahoma City will welcome USTRC team ropers from all across the United States as they embark on a journey toward a team roping championship. The Oklahoma City Fairgrounds will be a hotbed of activity as the “City” hosts one of the greatest team roping events there is. As ropers settle in for nine days of team roping there is ample opportunity to visit the surrounding area. Filled with history and excitement, Oklahoma City offers a wide array of activities that will keep the entire family busy when they are not roping at the Finals. Be it music, theater arts, movies, amusement parks or historical sites, there is plenty of entertainment. With a Wild West theme, Frontier City is Oklahoma City’s premiere amusement park. It originally opened in 1958, utilizing the western town created for the Oklahoma State Fair, and quickly became a top city attraction. Frontier City boasts thrill rides including roller-coasters, children’s rides, games, concerts and more. How about Pole Position Raceway for indoor go-karts? But that doesn’t do justice to the tense, competitive experience of the race. The Pole Position track is laid out inside what used to be a grocery store, on the concrete floor. With speeds near 45 miles per hour, tight turns, squealing tires and fierce competitors, these certainly aren’t your typical go-karts. After each race, you’re provided with a score sheet with the lap times of each racer in your group and your “RPM.” This “Race Performance Measurement” is cumulative and takes into account all your previous race results. The facility also has a public seating/viewing area, video games and a snack bar. Drivers are secured tightly and must wear an approved safety48 / OCTOBER 2009

racing helmet, provided by Pole Position Raceway. The electric gokarts can be turned off instantly by monitoring personnel, and as with most other go-kart facilities, excessive bumping is not allowed. Riders must be at least 48 inches tall, and if they are under 18, they must have a parent or guardian to sign a release form. All of that said, racing is not usually a relaxing experience. First timers might walk away with their arms hurting a bit from gripping the wheel during turns, and be prepared to sweat inside the helmet. Talk about releasing some pent up energy after roping all day. It is great fun for the family. With a number of art galleries containing both classical and contemporary art, the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum boasts an impressive collection of Western works. But there are also historical galleries that cover a variety of topics such as the life of a working cowboy and the history of the American rodeo. In addition, there are many Native American works of art and sculpture. “Prosperity Junction,” built inside the museum, is a replica of a turn of the century Western town. With 19 buildings covering nearly 15,000 square feet, the replica offers museum visitors the opportunity to put themselves inside history. The grounds around the museum feature a number of outdoor sculptures and beautiful landscaping. With gardens, ponds and a fountain-surrounded plaza, the outside of the museum is truly part of the exhibit. Often ranked as one of the top ten zoos in the United States, the Oklahoma City Zoo is also the oldest in the Southwest. With over 100 landscaped acres and a number of exotic animals, the OKC Zoo features special exhibits such as the Cat Forest, Great EscAPE, Butterfly Garden, Island Life, and Aquatics. In addition, there are special shows, concessions, tours, outreach programs, rides and picnic areas. The Zoo Amphitheater is also a treat, offering outdoor live music. The entertainment and amusement possibilities are endless when it comes to Oklahoma City—it has it all to make visitors feel welcome. With the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping as a backdrop, good food, fun and entertainment plus the camaraderie makes the last full week of October in OKC the happening place to be. Ropers will be vying for a fantastic prize line plus the potential to line their pockets with a chunk of change. Perhaps Harv wouldn’t have been so nervous and apprehensive if he had known what was coming at him from the capital of the great state of Oklahoma. Mark your calendars, ropers, this is the place to hang your hat and graze your horse for ten days of the best team roping anywhere. Be There! **Harv is an imaginary character used for illustration.

See You There! All in all this year’s Cinch NFTR will be an outstanding event and the USTRC welcomes everyone to attend. Ropers will rope for over $5 million in cash and prizes throughout the week. It is set to be a great team roping event and one that you certainly will not want to miss. One last thing before we see you at the Finals — Enjoy this year’s Finals at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds. This is what you have been chasing all year. The USTRC producers and the people behind the scenes at the USTRC headquarters in Stephenville, Texas work all year long to bring ropers a top of the line, quality production.

So enjoy the ropings and best of luck.

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BILTMORE HOTEL OKLAHOMA CITY,

401 S. Meridian, 2 miles from fairgrounds arena; 800-522-6620 reservations, 405/947-7681 local. Rate: $65 + tax (with contintental breakfast daily in our lobby) or $69 + tax (with up to 2 full breakfast buffets daily), coupon to Chisholms. The largest hotel in Oklahoma has four pools, two restaurants, three clubs and free and ample parking with 24-hour security. Business center and laundry. Wireless/wired high speed internet.

BEST WESTERN SADDLEBACK INN,

4300 SW 3rd Street, I-40 and Meridian; 405/947-7000, 1-800/228-3903. Completely Renovated Spring 2008! USTRC rate: Standard King or Qu/Qu $89.99(1-2), Suites $119.99(1-2) Deluxe breakfast buffet & Mon-Thurs managers reception included. Newly remodeled rooms include micro./refrig., electronic safes, desk w/ergonomic task chairs and speaker phones, free high speed internet, Cox Cable, new Serta Perfect Sleeper mattresses w/deluxe linens. Closest hotel to the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds.

WINGATE BY WINDHAM, 2001 S. Meridian, 405/682-3600. Rate: $82 + tax. Refrig./micro. in every room. Indoor pool, whirlpool, dry-sauna and exercise facility, 24-hr. business center, guest laundry. Complimentary extensive continental breakfast.

CROWNE PLAZA , 2945 Northwest Expressway and May Ave., 405/848-4811. Ask for USTRC rate. $74 Standard Kind or Dbl/Dbl. Complimentary wireless high speed internet access, on-site fitness center and restaurant (Plaza Grill) and lounge. Lots of dining and entertainment options nearby. Refrigerators and microwaves available upon request.

WYNDHAM GARDEN HOTEL, OKLAHOMA CITY AIRPORT, 2101 South Meridian Ave., 800-622-7666.

Special USTRC Rate: $79 + tax with two (2) full breakfast buffet coupons per room. Newly decorated rooms and public areas, indoor pool, fitness center and game room. Juniper’s Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Juniper’s Lounge open daily. Complimentary 24-hr. transportation to and from Will Rogers World Airport. Many restaurants within walking distance and lighted, security patrolled parking. Only minutes from State Fairgrounds & Equestrian Complex.

EMBASSY SUITES, 1815 South Meridian. 405/682-6000. Call for rate (ask for the U S Team Roping special rate). As a guest of Embassy Suites, you’ll enjoy an honest to goodness two-room suite with refrig., micro., coffee maker; complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and omelet’s made to order every morning; complimentary two-hour manager’s reception nightly; complimentary parking. Less than three miles from the State Fairgrounds. Go to our website and under Special Accounts, type in UST next to Group/Convention Code to pull up the U S Team Roping discounted rate.

SPRINGHILL SUITES, OKLAHOMA CITY AIRPORT,

510 South MacArthur, 405/604-0200. Rate: $89 + tax. New hotel offering spacious suites and complimentary continental Suite Seasons Breakfast Buffet. Wired and wireless high speed internet. 24-hour business service.

SUPER 8, 311 S. Meridian Ave, I-40 and Meridian, located directly north from Biltmore Hotel, 1 mile from OKC Fairgrounds; 405/947-7801. Rate: $50-$57 + tax (1-2 pp), $57-$69 + tax (2-4 pp). FREE continental breakfast, coinoperated laundry, numerous fast food and fine dining restaurants within walking distance. In-room coffee, hair dryers. Free high speed internet, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. Rates based on block availability.

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS HOTEL & SUITES,

4400 Highline Blvd., located directly behind Sheplers Western Wear. 405/948-3366. Rate: $95 + tax for a King, $105 + tax for a 2 queen bed room. Room includes free deluxe continental breakfast. All rooms are newly renovated and have full amenities.

DAYS INN WEST, 504 S. Meridian, I-40 & Meridian exit 145/located on NE corner, one mile from fairgrounds; 405/942-8294. Rate: $54-$59 + tax (1-2 pp), $62-$69 + tax (2-4 pp). Complimentary breakfast buffet. Free cable TV with Showtime, ESPN and CNN. In-room coffee, refrig., micro. and hair dryers. Free high speed internet, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. Restaurants within walking distance. Must ask for USTRC rate when making reservations.

CLARION MERIDIAN HOTEL & CONVENTION CENTER, 737 South Meridian Ave., just minutes from

fairgrounds; 405/942-8511, 800-784-7830. Rate: $66 + tax (Double, King or Suites). Complimentary manager’s reception Mon. - Thurs. Complimentary expanded breakfast. Free wireless high speed internet.

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HOWARD JOHNSON EXPRESS INN,

RAMADA AIRPORT, 2200 S. Meridian, from Oklahoma City take I-40 exit Meridian Ave., south 3 miles, 2 miles from fairgrounds; 1-800/652-3781. Rate: $54 + tax (single) $59 + tax (double). Newly renovated. Extended continental breakfast. Pool, coin laundry and fitness center. In room coffee, hair dryers, refrig./micro. and high speed wireless internet, airport shuttle at nominal fee, business center, The Market Place.

400 S. Meridian Ave, I-40 and Meridian, located directly across the street from the Biltmore Hotel, 1 mile from OKC Fairgrounds; 405/943-9841 or 1-800/458-8186. Rate: $54-$59 + tax (1-2 pp), $62-$69 + tax (2-4 pp). FREE full buffet breakfast. Coin-operated laundry, numerous fast food and fine dining restaurants within walking distance. In-room coffee, refrig., micro. and hair dryers. Free high speed internet hook-up, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. 10% discount for selected area restaurants. Rates based on block availability.

COUNTRY INN & SUITES OKC AIRPORT, 2415 S. Meridian Ave. Newest hotel on Meridian! 405/605-8300 for reservations. When calling mention that you are a participant at the USTRC Championships at the fairgrounds. Rates: 1-6 nights, $85 Standard Room / $100 2-room Suite; 7+ nights, $75 Standard Room / $90 2-room Suite. All rooms equipped with microwave and refrigerator. Each guest will enjoy; complimentary hot breakfast, free wired/ wireless internet, fresh coffee and cookies 24 hrs a day, indoor pool and hot tub, fitness center and business center, free parking, coin laundry and dry cleaning service available, complimentary airport shuttle, plenty of restaurants within walking distance. Find out why our guests are saying, "I love this Country."

HYATT PLACE 1818 S. Meridian Ave. For reservations call 888-492-8847 (ask for USTRC). Rate $99 + tax. A new kind of hotel that puts style innovation and The Hyatt Touch within everyone’s reach. Where you’ll find a 42” flat panel HDTV in every room, our Hyatt Grand Bed, free Wi-Fi, a complimentary continental breakfast and freshly prepared foods 24/7 in our Guest Kitchen, Stay Fit fitness center, complimentary shuttle, specialty Starbucks coffee drinks, wine and beer served in the Bakery Cafe.

ResidENCE INN BY MARRIOT (OKC WEST), 4361 W. Reno. The closest hotel to OKC

Fairgrounds; 405/942-4500 or 1-800-331-3131. Ask for USTRC rate. Rate includes hot breakfast buffet. Fully renovated. Only hotel with full-size kitchens. Pets welcome.

RED ROOF INN,

309 S. Meridian Ave, I-40 and Meridian, located directly north from Biltmore Hotel, 1 mile from OKC Fairgrounds; 405/947-8777. Rate: $47-$55 + tax (1-2 pp), $55-$65 + tax (2-4 pp). FREE coffee, Coinoperated laundry, numerous fast food and fine dining restaurants within walking distance. In-room coffee, hair dryers. Free high speed internet, trailer parking, pets allowed for additional charge. Rates based on block availability.

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Entry tickets must be turned in 30 minutes before start times.

★ Enter each roping 3 times ★ Entry fees are $100/roper ★ 4-head, progressive after 1 ★ Appropriate cut-off times may be used ★ 10% paid in 1st round, 90% paid in Average ★ Ropings will not start before times posted ★ Office opens at 7 a.m. each day ★ Entry tickets for all ropings go on sale at 7 a.m. each day at the Lazy E Arena. Tickets are also available in OKC at the USTRC event office located in the Coliseum arena for the next day’s ropings. (Saturday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.) First-come, first-served on tickets. ★ 2009 National Shoot-Out/Flex Earnings awarded to Average winners of each roping. ★ 2010 Tour points awarded to 1st - 10th place Averages winners of the Open. ★ Ropers will have to pay Shoot-Out fees. ★ Entry tickets must be turned in 30 minutes before start times. ★ Entry tickets may be purchased with CASH ONLY! ★ Gold Plus members may write checks for amount of personal entry tickets only. ★ Tickets are refundable if done one hour before roping is scheduled to begin. Refunds at Lazy E only.

FRIDAY – OCTOBER 23: Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. OPEN 1:30 p.m. #15 6 p.m. #13

SATURDAY – OCTOBER 24: Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. #13 1:30 p.m. #12 6 p.m. #11 .SUNDAY

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Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. #12 1:30 p.m. #11 6 p.m. #10

MONDAY – OCTOBER 26 Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. #11 1:30 p.m. #10 6 p.m. #9 - capped at #5

TUESDAY – OCTOBER 27: Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. #11 1:30 p.m. #10 6 p.m. #9 - capped at a #5

WEDNESDAY – OCTOBER 28: Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. #11 1:30 p.m. #10 6 p.m. #9 - capped at a #5

THURSDAY – OCTOBER 29: Each roping limited to 250 teams. 9 a.m. #10 1:30 p.m. #9 - capped at a #5 6 p.m. #8 - capped at a #4

SADDLES TO AVERAGE WINNERS OCTOBER 30

FRIDAY – OCTOBER 30: Each roping limited to 400 teams. 9 a.m. #9 - capped at a #5 4 p.m. #8 - capped at a #4

★ Lazy E Roping Office 405/282-RIDE, ext. 120 ★ Current USTRC cards required for payback. ★ No unauthorized vendors. ★ Excellent Mexican Steers. ★ Stalls available. No reservations necessary. ★ USTRC Dress Code ★ HOST HOTEL: Sleep Inn of Guthrie • 405/260-1400 Ask for Lazy E Rate For more information call: Jeff & Cindy Smith 620/422-3632 or USTRC at 254/968-0002

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ROPINGS Special Format for Laughlin Team Roping Finals • Open with #15 Incentive - $200/roper, enter two times. Progressive after two, five-steer average, Incentive determined on four head. DOUBLE US Open Tour points awarded through 10th place in the Average. (20 points for 1st, down to 2 points for 10th.) • #15 Handicap - $150/roper, enter two times. Progressive after one, five-steer average, no Incentive. • #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 - All ropings $150/roper, enter two times. Progressive after one, four-steer average. Incentives determined on three head. (#9 Incentive of the #10 and #9 are capped at a #5.) • #12 Gold Plus with a #10 Incentive - $150/roper, enter two times. Progressive after one, four-steer average. Incentives determined on three head. (Gold Plus member 21 years and over only.) Featuring a Century Bonus, $50/roper, 100% payback. • #8 Pick/Draw, (capped at #4) - $150/roper. Progressive after one. May enter with one partner and one will be computer drawn, or enter without a partner and two will be drawn. No roper with USTRC TRIAD classification higher than a #4 is eligible to compete in the #8 division. #7 teams will receive two seconds off and #6 and under teams will receive three seconds off. These “seconds off” will be deducted after the second round. This is an ON-SITE ENTRY event. Entries will be taken at the event but Gold Plus ropers may pre-enter by calling the USTRC National Office at 254.968.0002. Books will open each day at 7 a.m. and close one hour before or within a rotation of the next roping scheduled. (Except the #8 Pick/Draw, see schedule.) Rotations after 150 teams. LAUGHLIN FINALS SPECIAL BONUS Guaranteed National Finals Shoot-Out positions to 1st and 2nd place Average winners of the #15 through the #9 divisions. Guaranteed Regional Finals Shoot-Out positions to 3rd through 5th place Average winners of the #15 through the #9 divisions. Guaranteed National Finals Gold Plus Shoot-Out positions to 1st through 5th place Average winners and Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus roping.

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REGIONAL FINALS Roping Gross s $624,050 Roper’s Pot s $433,699 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $55,000 Return to Roper s 78.3%

eeler, Jim Bynum, doesn’t mind heat. He works outside all the time so a Texas heat doesn’t bother him. Besides, he lives a mere forty-five minutes from the Heart of Texas Fair Show Pavilion in Waco, Texas. That is the main reason he made the LoneStar Regional Finals his roping of choice over the weekend of August 6 through the 9. Apparently Bynum had a good game plan because the weekend proved to be one he would remember for the months to come. Sporting a new Crème de la Crème Gold Plus Buckle for having the most points isn’t a bad deal either. It is his first one and he much prefers it to a new saddle. This is something he can carry with him just about any place he goes and he is mighty proud to be sporting it around.

“I go to Waco every year,” Bynum explained. “The good Lord has just blessed me in so many ways. It is close to the house and besides I’d rather be roping than on a tractor baling hay.” Bynum, a heeler since 1980, has been roping a long time and the one thing he enjoys is the upbeat, positive and aggressive way most of his younger headers rope. “I like roping with the younger kids,” Bynum said. “They always have fun and they don’t worry about where the next dollar is coming from because mom and dad are footing that bill. They think positive and rope aggressive and when they do that it makes the team an aggressive, winning team.” Bynum pointed out it is hard to be positive if you are

Open David W. Motes (Tolar, TX) / Steve Northcott (Odessa, TX), 35.43 on 5, $5,044

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worried about money and on your last dollar and knowing it is slipping out of your hand. “I’ve been there when I didn’t have the money to rope and didn’t need to lose and you know you are pressured and that last dollar is slipping through your fingers,” Bynum explained. Bynum is really excited about his roping these days and for good reason. He has had his eye on a fantastic heel horse for about the last three years and things just recently turned around where he could purchase and own the horse himself. “I’ve wanted this horse for a long time,” Bynum said. “I’ve wanted him for about three years and finally it worked out where I could own him. I’ve been watching him for a long time. You just cannot be any better than the horse you are riding.” Evidently the pair complements each other and the thirteen-year-old heel horse has made an impact on Bynum’s winning in the recent weeks. Bynum likes the challenge of being a heeler and the horse he is riding serves him well. “This horse is a good ranch broke horse. It is just hard to make a good horse in the arena. This horse has worked on a ranch and I use him on the ranch and he is the best for it.” Spending at least two days in the practice pen

every week, Bynum works to make every run the same. His focus is on trying to do everything right under the circumstances. “You have to do right by your horses,” Bynum said. “I want every run to be the same and that involves making the best run I can make.” Bynum knows caring for his horse is so important especially with the heat like it is in Waco in August. “When it is hot I keep my horses hydrated and take care of them first. That is important when it is hot and humid.” Bynum has been to the USTRC National Finals of Team Roping in Oklahoma almost every year. He might accidentally have missed one or two years but not that you could tell. He is looking forward to being there this year as well. “I plan on being in Oklahoma City for the Finals,” Bynum said. With a new horse and a winning attitude it is a pretty safe bet that Jim Bynum will be in Oklahoma City to rope and he will be part of a team that is positive and ropes aggressively. After all, he is riding the best horse ever and sporting a new buckle. He also has a bit of money to spare. What better ingredients for success than to head from the Lone Star Regional Finals and continue the winning streak at the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping. n

#15 Shoot-Out Jarrod W. Cross (Paradise, TX) / Dryce M. Stoner (Joshua, TX), 37.82 on 5, $6,810, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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LONESTAR REGIONAL FINALS â&#x20AC;˘ Shoot-Out Positions Awarded $6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Squeaky G. Terrell Wills Point, TX Todd Trammell Quitman, TX Will B. Brownlow Tennessee Colony, TX Paul Griffey Palestine, TX Caleb Smidt Yorktown, TX Jesy C. Austin Zachary, LA Jack Stephenson Charlotte, TX Danny Zuniga Jourdanton, TX Bryan K. Blanton Henderson, TX Clint Quinn Tatum, TX Jarrod W. Cross Paradise, TX Dryce M. Stoner Joshua, TX Tate Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO Trace B. Porter Leesville, LA Squeaky G. Terrell Wills Point, TX Todd Trammell Quitman, TX Blake Hughes Sulphur, OK Trevor B. Connolly Durant, OK Wes Kent Grand Cane, LA Nick V. Kent Grand Cane, LA Kohl Whiteman Como, TX Billy Bob Brown Carbon, TX Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Wayne Shaw Blanket, TX Dee Rampy Bertram, TX Blake Hughes Sulphur, OK Kent Shankles Burneyville, OK Will B. Brownlow Tennessee Colony, TX Paul Griffey Palestine, TX Mike A. Row Tishomingo, OK Steve C. Orth Guthrie, OK Doug Burdette Crockett, TX Jake W. Kropik Midway, TX Chuck L. Doebbler Victoria, TX Dustin M. Mueller Refugio, TX Karl Rios El Paso, TX Robert L. Roberson El Paso, TX Buddy H. Reed Lorena, TX Jay Dee Logan Goldsmith, TX Brandon H. Garson Burleson, TX Tyler C. Wade Terrell, TX Tate Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO Jonathan J. Torres Citra, FL Caleb Smidt Yorktown, TX Jesy C. Austin Zachary, LA B J. Sikes Bedias, TX Trey W. Stevenson Huntsville, TX Kyle Graham Simms, TX James D. Watson Tioga, TX #13 Matt McKinney Berryville, AR Tyler Worley Berryville, AR Tim Horner Plano, TX Jay Dee Logan Goldsmith, TX Ronnie Lopez Adkins, TX Quisto Lopez Beeville, TX Keet T. Cyphers Mcallen, TX Kyle W. Cyphers Mcallen, TX Arnold D. Felts San Angelo, TX Ricky C. Garcia Laredo, TX Caleb Smidt Yorktown, TX Jesy C. Austin Zachary, LA Keet T. Cyphers McAllen, TX Kyle W. Cyphers McAllen, TX David B. Riley Maysville, OK Gage Williams Foster, OK Brandon Matchett Kosse, TX Zach Haynie Kosse, TX Steve A. Taylor Gonzales, TX Ricky C. Garcia Laredo, TX Caleb Smidt Yorktown, TX Jesy C. Austin Zachary, LA Cash Hendrick Rosenberg, TX

Rhett Wilson Giddings, TX Austin Robertson Poolville, TX Carson Pilgrim Peaster, TX Mike A. Row Tishomingo, OK Jeremy J. Stewart Fox, OK Vance H. Wood Lillian, TX Josh McPherson Rio Vista, TX Wallace Townsend Davidson, OK Ross W. Addison Lipan, TX Jarrod W. Cross Paradise, TX Robert Wood Tolar, TX T. J. Teague Dublin, TX Ty Murphy Dublin, TX Quinn Hansen Millican, TX Hamp Conlan Lampasas, TX Jim D. Daniel New Waverly, TX Gabriel Landaverde Willis, TX Joey D. Austin Spring Branch, TX Quisto Lopez Beeville, TX Squeaky G. Terrell Wills Point, TX Jim D. Brown Pickton, TX Bubba Gough Sealy, TX Casey Graham Damon, TX Roy Branco Chowchilla, CA James D. Watson Tioga, TX Dylan M. Powell Boling, TX Kohl Whiteman Como, TX #12 Brian P. Jeansonne Cleveland, TX Gregg C. Jeffcoat Cleveland, TX Bradley Bonds Hockley, TX Travis B. Hobbs Dayton, TX Kobie D. Wood Lingleville, TX Brad R. Smith Stephenville, TX Bodee D. Gist Purdon, TX Jim C. Bynum Forreston, TX Dylan G. Gordon Comanche, OK Gage Williams Foster, OK Jason Nelson Decatur, TX Carson Pilgrim Peaster, TX Winston Tanner Dekalb, TX Brady Norman Springer, OK Randy Holcomb Luling, TX Dee Halderman Shiner, TX Kelsey Wiley Charlotte, TX Quisto Lopez Beeville, TX Lane Thurman Round Mountain, TX Corey Hendrick Rosenberg, TX Jimmy Ruiz Three Rivers, TX Leroy D. Martinez George West, TX Jim Saunders Gatesville, TX Arnold D. Felts San Angelo, TX Toby Gourley Uvalde, TX James R. Long New Braunfels, TX Corey Bader McCoy, TX Chico Hines Dilley, TX Steve A. Taylor Gonzales, TX Ricky C. Garcia Laredo, TX Bubba Sloan Huntsville, TX Wesley Glover Luling, TX Paul Kaden Dripping Springs, TX Kolby R. Miller Springer, OK Paul Kaden Dripping Springs, TX Cary Joe Needham Dripping Springs, TX Doug Burdette Crockett, TX Kenton E. Woodson Conroe, TX Mandi Pate Buffalo, TX Bobby C. Simmons Breckenridge, TX Mitch D. Vaughn Waco, TX Santiago DeLaCruz Caldwell, TX Brian P. Jeansonne Cleveland, TX Gregg C. Jeffcoat Cleveland, TX Adrian Hernandez Fort Davis, TX James L. Martinez Waco, TX Shelby Pierce Alto, TX Jonathan B. Davis Alto, TX Doug Burdette Crockett, TX

Brad Turlington Rusk, TX #11 Bodee D. Gist Purdon, TX Cody Gantt Corsicana, TX Caleb Sebo Spiro, OK Jeff D. Hunter Talihina, OK Rebecca A. Neuhaus Huntsville, TX Kent B. Rayhill Alvin, TX Casey Lee Donie, TX Keith Stermer Burlington, TX David S. Sorsby Tomball, TX Kolby Avery Anderson, TX Caleb Sebo Spiro, OK Jeff D. Hunter Talihina, OK Kobie D. Wood Lingleville, TX Chad F. Williams Stephenville, TX Chuck J. Fretwell Pleasanton, TX Shad Herron La Vernia, TX Kyle W. Miller Wichita Falls, TX Jim C. Bynum Forreston, TX Anthony Shrum Alba, TX Jason Jones Alba, TX Cooper Robertson Perrin, TX Jason Jones Alba, TX Sonny Jacob Tolar, TX Monty L. Jacob Tolar, TX Art Gutierrez Kingsville, TX Andy Avelar Kingsville, TX Wallace L. Townsend Davidson, OK Gary Jacobs Vernon, TX Bruce Nixon Kingsbury, TX Mitch J. Mitchell Marion, TX Nerrel Bruney Lipan, TX Kolby R. Miller Springer, OK Cole Wheeler Flint, TX Brad Turlington Rusk, TX Doug Harrigal Holliday, TX Chase T. Harris Breckenridge, TX Shane Harp Red Oak, TX Kelly J. Tuley Waxahachie, TX Tyler C. Prcin Alvord, TX Ross Tomaski Weatherford, TX Pecos Wooten Breckenridge, TX Jeff Sewalt Brownwood, TX Dane Driver Garden City, TX Justin C. Jenkins Big Spring, TX Jaymee Roach Banquete, TX Shawn Vargas Hico, TX Hayden R. Craig Millsap, TX Kehl Robbins Stephenville, TX Travis R. Eberhart Canton, TX Paul S. Hopson Mound, TX #10 Casey Lee Donie, TX Ty Hill Midway, TX David McCaffety Hockley, TX Trey Kemp Katy, TX Craig A. Huffines Ross, TX Bubba Schmidt Waco, TX Tyler W. Anderson Gatesville, TX Cody E. Bettge Waco, TX Bob McDonald Waco, TX Matt T. Thornton Waco, TX Bruce Vinson Hawley, TX Twister G. Vinson Hawley, TX John D. Nichols Trenton, TX Bo M. McCraw Telephone, TX Bryan K. Cravens Waxahachie, TX Kelly J. Tuley Waxahachie, TX David P. Polk Brazoria, TX Dirk A. Peterson Navasota, TX Hunter C. Munsell Woodward, OK Jim D. Kahoe Mutual, OK Larry D. Thaggard Wichita Falls, TX Jake Fillmore Davidson, OK Cole Wheeler Flint, TX Tyler L. Sieber Whitehouse, TX

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Melissa North Duke C. Stoneman Dale Harrell Colton Lee Jason Due Johnny Ray Eaton Kent B. Rayhill Jon K. Wilhelm Cole Wheeler Garrett J. Busby Bubba D. Kemp Tyler C. Rutledge Steve Marcrum Clay Burnham Adrian Hernandez Russell Garlick Tyler W. Anderson Cody E. Bettge Doug Harrigal Gary Jacobs Joe Johnson Joshua C. Eppler John L. Carter Matt Carter Beth C. Looney Clay Burnham

Ponder, TX Ponder, TX Brady, TX Blanket, TX Groveton, TX Corrigan, TX Alvin, TX Sweeny, TX Flint, TX Millsap, TX Katy, TX Hempstead, TX Springtown, TX Graham, TX Fort Davis, TX Balmorhea, TX Gatesville, TX Waco, TX Holliday, TX Vernon, TX Madill, OK Madill, OK Conroe, TX Willis, TX Pilot Point, TX Graham, TX #9 Melvin R. Kraehnke Winnie, TX Michael C. Greer Beaumont, TX MaryNell Frey Brenham, TX Brian D. Hill Centerville, TX Jason Lee Farmer Lorena, TX Phil Jennings Pauls Valley, OK Tyler W. Anderson Gatesville, TX Matt T. Thornton Waco, TX Mandi Pate Buffalo, TX Richie Pate Buffalo, TX Ralph M. Hudgins Laverne, OK Hunter C. Munsell Woodward, OK Scott Wilkerson China Spring, TX Jered Wilkerson Keller, TX J. R. Caldwell Stockdale, TX Jorge Pina Goldthwaite, TX Katy Jameson Pilot Point, TX Dean Jameson Pilot Point, TX Danny P. Persons Woodward, OK Hunter C. Munsell Woodward, OK Brandon Oats Cunningham, TX Steve A. Ferguson Mexia, TX Philip Jumper Lufkin, TX David P. Leese Van Vleck, TX Mel Smith Mansfield, TX M. L. Wimberley Tolar, TX JustinVanLangendonck Cut And Shoot, TX Tony Martindale New Caney, TX Amber Pate Buffalo, TX Fred Lucero Canutillo, TX Eddie F. Grady Bertram, TX Warren D. Reeh Comfort, TX Kirk W. Johnson Magnolia, TX Michael C. Martin Montgomery, TX Melissa North Ponder, TX Duke C. Stoneman Ponder, TX Michael L. Bailey Weatherford, TX Randy Lewis Abilene, TX Randy Henke Hallettsville, TX Mark Ploeger Gonzales, TX Hoss W. Blakley Mineral Wells, TX Cooper Robertson Perrin, TX Randy Henke Hallettsville, TX Shane Holster Yoakum, TX Russell Henderson Groesbeck, TX Mark D. Hancock Coolidge, TX Melvin R. Kraehnke Winnie, TX Michael C. Greer Beaumont, TX MaryNell Frey Brenham, TX Brian D. Hill Centerville, TX

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#15 Preliminary Squeaky G. Terrell (Wills Point, TX) / Todd Trammell (Quitman, TX), 31.89 on 4, $3,184, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#13 Shoot-Out Caleb Smidt (Yorktown, TX) / Jesy C. Austin (Zachary, LA), 37.96 on 5, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#13 Preliminary Matt McKinney (Berryville, AR) / Tyler Worley (Berryville, AR), 32.25 on 4, $4,754, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Shoot-Out Jason Nelson (Decatur, TX) / Carson Pilgrim (Peaster, TX), 33.70 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#12 Preliminary Brian P. Jeansonne (Cleveland, TX) / Gregg C. Jeffcoat (Cleveland, TX), 31.26 on 4, $5,394, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Shoot-Out Caleb Sebo (Spiro, OK) / Jeff D. Hunter (Talihina, OK), 34.00 on 4, $10,840, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#11 Preliminary Bodee D. Gist (Purdon, TX) / Cody Gantt (Corsicana, TX), 31.73 on 4, $7,674, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Shoot-Out Bruce Vinson (Hawley, TX) / Twister G. Vinson (Hawley, TX), 34.70 on 4, $12,234, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Preliminary Casey Lee (Donie, TX) / Ty Hill (Midway, TX), 32.35 on 4, $7,068, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#9 Shoot-Out Ralph M. Hudgins (Laverne, OK) / Hunter C. Munsell (Woodward, OK), 39.14 on 4, $10,955, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#9 Preliminary Melvin R. Kraehnke (Winnie, TX) / Michael C. Greer (Beaumont, TX), 43.30 on 4, $7,032, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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REGIONAL FINALS Roping Gross s $483,500 Roper’s Pot s $325,569 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $55,000 Return to Roper s 78.7%

ou could probably call Alamo, Nevada roper, Tony Steele, a rodeo cowboy. He has paid his dues in the ranks of college rodeo as a team roper, calf roper, steer wrestler and bull rider. He knows the sport well. Primarily a header, Steele chose to switch ends for the Southwest Regional Finals in Albuquerque, New Mexico the weekend of August 13 through the 16. It was a move that would put some money in his pocket, earned him some flex earnings and will send him on his way to the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping in Oklahoma City the end of October. Not a bad scenario for a New Mexico State University

cowboy about to finish his studies in the near future. Steele received a full ride scholarship to rodeo for New Mexico State so he pulled up stakes and make Las Cruces his home for his college career. It is, by the way, a little closer to haul to Albuquerque to rope in the Southwest Regional Finals from Las Cruces than it is from Alamo, Nevada. “The roping at Albuquerque is always a good roping,” Steele said. “The coliseum is a good place to rope and they always do a good job of running it off. I guess I did alright.” Steele loves his roping lifestyle. Hoping to finish

Open Calvin Brevik (Durango, CO) / Bobby Baize (Anthony, NM), 36.77 on 5, $5,000

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up with a degree in Agricultural Business, Steele hopes to keep roping as long as he can. Although he is primarily a header he took to the heeling end about two years ago and maintained his heeler status for the Southwest Regional Finals. “I really just started heeling about two years ago,” Steele pointed out. “I guess I really like to head but it sure worked out well for me heeling in Albuquerque.” He plans to head to Oklahoma City for the Cinch NFTR. He hasn’t been in about three years but he is planning on this year. “I’ve been roping for a while,” Steele said. “I like roping and it is just a lot of fun. We try to practice every day and rope as much as possible. We always go back to basics and work on our horses. Once in awhile we may make a rodeo run or two but mostly we focus on getting things right. There is not a doubt I love the roping.” Steele offers some good advice for someone just taking up team roping. It applies to most anyone, not just beginners. “You have to stay with roping and not get discouraged,” Steele pointed out. “Not everyone is going to be so good they win all the time. You sure have to learn to take the good with the bad. I’ve been doing roping for a while

now and when it is your time it is your time. A couple of months ago I wasn’t doing well at all and it is easy to give up and get frustrated. You have to stay with it for as long as it takes.” Steele has been roping for long enough that he doesn’t worry a lot about pressure. He ropes with the same headers most all the time and they know each other and read each other well. “We all rope together a lot so we pretty much how the other one is going to rope and what each of us will do in any given situation,” Steele explained. He points out horsemanship is a big part of the game as well. “You have to know what you are doing,” Steele elaborated. “You can have the best horse but if you don’t know what he can do and what you can do it makes no difference. You have to focus and know what you are doing in order to be the best.” For a young man with his whole career out there Steele is excited about roping and about finishing up school. Hopefully, however, as his career unfolds team roping will be a big part of that. If the results at the Southwest Regional Finals are any indication, Steele will be on top of his game and he can maintain his winning attitude. n

#15 Shoot-Out Omar Alvarado (Odessa, TX) / Keagan Duncan (Odessa, TX), 38.04 on 5, $5,376, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL FINALS â&#x20AC;˘ Shoot-Out Positions Awarded $6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Russell Sullivan Peralta, NM Seth Hall Odessa, TX Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Tyler Schnaufer Pueblo, CO Shay D. Carroll La Junta, CO Calvin Brevik Durango, CO Pedro Maestas Los Lunas, NM Darin B. Simpson Grants, NM Jarrell Henio Pinehill, NM Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Ethan Shelley Gila, NM Troy Shelley Gila, NM Guy O. Payne Ruidoso, NM Shawn D. Howell Castaic, CA Tony L. Steele Alamo, NV Bobby Baize Anthony, NM Rodee L. Walraven Datil, NM Kyle Pratz Las Cruces, NM Victor Begay Seba Dalkai, AZ Aaron Tsinigine Tuba City, AZ Sammy Livingston Santa Teresa, NM Shawn D. Howell Castaic, CA Dick T. Carroll La Junta, CO Shay D. Carroll La Junta, CO Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Tony L. Steele Alamo, NV Bode W. Baize Anthony, NM Calvin Brevik Durango, CO Wade Masters Durango, CO Pacen Marez Santa Rosa, NM Gralyn J. Elkins McIntosh, NM Carlos V. Ortiz Tucumcari, NM Larry Webb Newkirk, NM Seth Hall Odessa, TX Pedro Maestas Los Lunas, NM Tate Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO Trevor Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO Calvin H. Taylor Canutillo, TX Estevan Castillo Veguita, NM Woody J. Richins Cliff, NM Bode W. Baize Anthony, NM Darin B. Simpson Grants, NM Jarrell Henio Pinehill, NM Brandon J. Gonzales Los Lunas, NM Pedro Maestas Los Lunas, NM #13 Clinton Hiett El Paso, TX Calvin Brevik Durango, CO Kyle Honeyfield Bosque Farms, NM Brian J. Martinez Los Lunas, NM Bode W. Baize Anthony, NM Tony L. Steele Alamo, NV Javier A. R. Chavarin Nogales, AZ Armando R. Murrieta Nogales, AZ Elroy Vigil Bayfield, CO Wade Masters Durango, CO Frank Gardner Lovington, NM Dillon Fuqua Carlsbad, NM Jared Gonzales Las Vegas, NM Jarrell Henio Pinehill, NM Ramon A. Mariscal Clint, TX Jorge M. J. Enriquez El Paso, TX Richard Huxley Ignacio, CO Wade Masters Durango, CO Chance Kiehne Springerville, AZ Cade Passig Capitan, NM Jeff O. Davis La Plata, NM Wacey A. Brady Waterflow, NM Brett D. Bruton Datil, NM Mike Harriet Datil, NM Frank Gardner Lovington, NM Dillon Fuqua Carlsbad, NM Sammy Livingston Santa Teresa, NM

Corban Livingston Santa Teresa, NM Doug Chandler Amarillo, TX Larry Webb Newkirk, NM Kyle Honeyfield Bosque Farms, NM Michael Martinez Los Lunas, NM Jerry Trujillo Portales, NM Michael J. Fish Clovis, NM Geronimo Alvarez Queen Creek, AZ Michael Calmelat Tucson, AZ JoDan S. Mirabal Grants, NM Calvin Brevik Durango, CO Geronimo Alvarez Queen Creek, AZ Trinity Joe Jacobs Marana, AZ Cody Jo Mirabal Grants, NM Reno Eddy Gallup, NM Javier C. Minguer Santa Fe, NM Jorge M. J.Enriquez El Paso, TX Will Cantrell Tucumcari, NM Charles Tenorio Moriarty, NM Jared Gonzales Las Vegas, NM Aaron Shelley Las Cruces, NM Clinton Hiett El Paso, TX Scott Scarbrough St Johns, AZ #12 Chance Kiehne Springerville, AZ Wyatt R. Farnsworth Tucson, AZ Bill F. Hudman Las Cruces, NM Lee Walker Amarillo, TX Fernie Solis Clint, TX Robert L. Roberson El Paso, TX Taylor Puckett Artesia, NM Cade Passig Capitan, NM Dub Cox Mayhill, NM Neal Trammell Tularosa, NM Garrett A. Poe Silver City, NM Jarrell Henio Pinehill, NM Leon John Mounyo Socorro, NM Leon Mounyo Socorro, NM Andrew M. Jeffers Des Moines, NM Clayton Ward Dalhart, TX Mike Leatherwood Clovis, NM Michael J. Fish Clovis, NM Marty Valencia Las Vegas, NM Chris B. Francis Las Vegas, NM Gary L. Kiehne Springerville, AZ Tato Savedra Grants, NM Elroy Vigil Bayfield, CO Lane L. Yazzie Kirtland, NM Gary D. Clements Vega, TX Randy McCracken Stratford, TX Jerry Trujillo Portales, NM Jamie Ortiz Moriarty, NM Joseph Savedra Grants, NM Tato Savedra Grants, NM G. Ray Johnson Santa Teresa, NM L. D. Hawkins Casa Grande, AZ Gary Shiflett Deming, NM Chad Robert Steele Alamo, NV Edgar Magallanes El Paso, TX Jorge M. J. Enriquez El Paso, TX Justin P. Mascarenas Santa Fe, NM Eric J. Mascarenas Santa Fe, NM Stanley D. Dixon Portales, NM Kress Jones Hobbs, NM Mickey M. Miller Hammon, OK Danny L. Teel Hammon, OK Gregory Jay Watson Lovington, NM Danny Watson Lovington, NM Chance Kiehne Springerville, AZ Cody L. Runyan Silver City, NM Austin C. Stephens Dalhart, TX Clayton Ward Dalhart, TX Greg Miller Las Cruces, NM Oso Diaz Las Cruces, NM #11 Kelly Shay Spears Lovington, NM Jim Allred Lovington, NM Pedro G. Egurrola Tucson, AZ Frankie Martinez Tucson, AZ

Gabe Trujillo Albuquerque, NM Gene Aragon Grants, NM Carson Lee Springerville, AZ Scott Scarbrough St. Johns, AZ Robert W. Martinez Radium Springs, NM Jesse Garza Mesquite, NM Brett D. Bruton Datil, NM Leon Mounyo Socorro, NM Del C. Hooker Las Cruces, NM Tony L. Steele Alamo, NV Jose M. Ortega Santa Fe, NM Miguel Ochoa Santa Fe, NM Pedro G. Egurrola Tucson, AZ Frankie Martinez Tucson, AZ Del C. Hooker Las Cruces, NM Tony L. Steele Alamo, NV Cody McClain Alamgordo, NM Annette K. Hinkle Tularosa, NM Gabe Trujillo Albuquerque, NM Gene Aragon Grants, NM Doug Chandler Amarillo, TX Butch A. Whitten Cimarron, NM Joe A. Gallegos El Paso, TX Jim D. Richards Ruidoso, NM Spur J. Valdez Dimmitt, TX Clayton Ward Dalhart, TX Bill F. Hudman Las Cruces, NM L. D. Hawkins Casa Grande, AZ George L. Lopez Los Lunas, NM Anthony Aragon Los Lunas, NM Joseph Savedra Grants, NM Kade Elkins Grants, NM Gary Shiflett Deming, NM Clayton W. Shiflett Deming, NM Javier C. Minguer Santa Fe, NM Kade Elkins Grants, NM Alejandro Gandara El Paso, TX Luis Baeza Munoz Chihuahua, CHIH Garrett A. Poe Silver City, NM L. D. Hawkins Casa Grande, AZ Dax Rattan Amarillo, TX Shane Decker Amarillo, TX Jace Hildreth Gunnison, CO Coy Hildreth Gunnison, CO G. Ray Johnson Santa Teresa, NM Leon Mounyo Socorro, NM #10 Bill F. Hudman Las Cruces, NM Annette K. Hinkle Tularosa, NM Walt Eddy Gallup, NM Cody Jo Mirabal Grants, NM Tanner Jones Alamgordo, NM Annette K. Hinkle Tularosa, NM Michael R. Ortega Jarales, NM Dominic Silva Los Lunas, NM Jose M. Ortega Santa Fe, NM Hector Lucero Belen, NM Del C. Hooker Las Cruces, NM Jared Gonzales Las Vegas, NM Elroy Vigil Bayfield, CO Lionel T. Benally Ignacio, CO Bingham Walch Alamo, NV Tony L. Steele Alamo, NV Dub Cox Mayhill, NM Johnny L. Cox Alto, NM Brett D. Bruton Datil, NM Jared Gonzales Las Vegas, NM Don Pool Clovis, NM Chance W. Gomez Ruidoso Downs, NM Martin A. Ordonez Chihuahua, CHIH Rudy Benavidez Albuquerque, NM Jeremy Casados Tierra Amarilla, NM JoDan S. Mirabal Grants, NM Joe Norris Center, CO Steve Whinnery Powderhorn, CO Corey Whinnery Powderhorn, CO Coy Hildreth Gunnison, CO Larry W. Hendricks Tulia, TX Sam Archer Amarillo, TX

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Bobby Armijo Gene Aragon Merl Elote Randall Vigil Garrett A. Poe JoDan S. Mirabal Don Pool Garrett J. Goodson Robert W. Martinez Bill Porter Rick Powell Harrison Donald Joanie K. Ivy Bobby H. Jones Richard Huxley Arron J. Lucero Michael R. Ortega Dominic Silva #9 Don Pool Robert C. Smith Chris Allison Jared Gonzales Corey Whinnery Steve Whinnery Jake T. Carver Brian R. Carver Jimmy Cotant Jack Bebo Corey Whinnery Steve Whinnery Corey Whinnery Steve Whinnery Jerry Elkins Boots Maria Lydia Ulibarri Arron J. Lucero Don Pool Dustin Anthony Brandon R. Jaquez Stephen Harper Jose D. Mendiaz Gonzalo Granillo Jim K. Miller Clayton C. Wellen Heidi J. Durant Johnny L. Cox Jeremy Casados Cody Jo Mirabal Charlie Mathis Pete S. White Chris Ortiz Santos Curly Tapia Lane Watkins Bill F. Hudman Cory P. Frame Joe H. Cavin Andrew DeHerrera Tim DeHerrera Chris Allison Tommy Jackson Lane Watkins Fred Lucero Andrew M. Vigil Russell Vigil Reyes Marquez Rudy Chavira Darrell Cordova Wayne E. Spencer

Seboyeta, NM Grants, NM Dulce, NM Aurora, CO Silver City, NM Grants, NM Clovis, NM Clovis, NM Radium Springs, NM Salem, NM Gallup, NM Tonalea, AZ Amarillo, TX Hereford, TX Ignacio, CO Waterflow, NM Jarales, NM Los Lunas, NM

Clovis, NM Corrales, NM Mesilla Park, NM Las Vegas, NM Powderhorn, CO Powderhorn, CO Ouray, CO Ouray, CO Continental Divide, NM Gallup, NM Powderhorn, CO Powderhorn, CO Powderhorn, CO Powderhorn, CO Milan, NM Pinehill, NM Las Vegas, NM Waterflow, NM Clovis, NM Elida, NM Aztec, NM Farmington, NM Santa Fe, NM Santa Fe, NM Satanta, KS Elkhart, KS Agua Dulce, CA Alto, NM Tierra Amarilla, NM Grants, NM Amarillo, TX Amarillo, TX Moriarty, NM Moriarty, NM Las Cruses, NM Las Cruces, NM Aztec, NM Aztec, NM La Jara, CO La Jara, CO Mesilla Park, NM Ganado, AZ Las Cruse, NM Canutillo, TX Grants, NM Corrales, NM Seboyeta, NM Cubero, NM Manassa, CO Salida, CO #8 Alice Pack Aztec, NM Rocky Pack Aztec, NM Jimmy Cotant Continental Divide, NM Jack Bebo Gallup, NM Susi Gibbs Capitan, NM Terry W. Gibbs Capitan, NM Joel Rivera Santa Fe, NM Gerardo Villalba Santa Fe, NM J. R. Silva Tome, NM Bennie C. Baca Peralta, NM

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#15 Preliminary Russell Sullivan (Peralta, NM) / Seth Hall (Odessa, TX), 27.90 on 4, $2,466, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#13 Shoot-Out Frank Gardner (Lovington, NM) / Dillon Fuqua (Carlsbad, NM), 37.44 on 5, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#13 Preliminary Clinton Hiett (El Paso, TX) / Calvin Brevik (Durango, CO), 33.66 on 4, $3,744, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Shoot-Out Garrett A. Poe (Silver City, NM) / Jarrell Henio (Pinehill, NM), 33.54 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#12 Preliminary Chance Kiehne (Springerville, AZ) / Wyatt Ray Farnsworth (Tucson, AZ), 30.65 on 4, $4,946, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Shoot-Out Brett D. Bruton (Datil, NM) / Leon Mounyo (Socorro, NM), 35.42 on 4, $10,100, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Preliminary Kelly Shay Spears (Lovington, NM) / Jim Allred (Lovington, NM), 33.25 on 4, $4,586, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#10 Shoot-Out Del C. Hooker (Las Cruces, NM) / Jared Gonzales (Las Vegas, NM), 30.78 on 4, $10,862, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#10 Preliminary Bill F. Hudman (Las Cruces, NM) / Annette K. Hinkle (Tularosa, NM), 35.44 on 4, $6,500, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#9 Shoot-Out Corey Whinnery (Powderhorn, CO) / Steve Whinnery (Powderhorn, CO), 39.86 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#9 Preliminary Don Pool (Clovis, NM) / Robert C. Smith (Corrales, NM), 37.23 on 4, $6,256, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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Pfeifer needed to confirm she was better off to miss her first high school rodeo of the season. “I had my first high school rodeo of the year that weekend and we decided to go to Winnemucca instead,” Pfeifer elaborated. “It was a great decision to go to the Northwest Regional Finals.” Roping for about six years, since she was eleven years old, heading is her choice. Gaynor lives about an hour away and the pair makes it a point to get in the practice pen when they can. “We try to practice two or more times a week,” Pfeifer pointed out. “But I rope the dummy every single day.” In the practice pen Pfeifer tries to slow

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or seventeen-year-old high school senior, Brandi Pfeifer of Gaston, Oregon to opt out of a high school rodeo and head to the Northwest Regional Finals was a decision she looks back on now and knows it was the right decision. With partners, Alec Gaynor and Thad Akins roping the heels for her, the decision to make Winnemucca, Nevada and USTRC Northwest Regionals her roping of choice paid off in ways she could never have imagined. “We were just ecstatic when we found out we had won,” Pfeifer explained. Winning first in the Average of the #9 Preliminary with Gaynor and then coming back to win first in the Average of the #9 Shoot-Out was all

Open Kelsey Parchman (Stephenville, TX) / Travis J. Woodard (Stephenville, TX), 38.69 on 5, $5,000

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everything down and work on the basics. She wants her horses’ right and wants them to work their best. “I want to do it right in the practice pen,” she said with a voice of experience. “I practice for my horse. My horse is the best. I’ve been roping on him since I started and we know each other very well. The whole six years I’ve been roping he has made me better. We know each other really well and we know what to expect from each other.” Pfeifer, who is always crowding the barrier, is glad her horse reads it well. “I guess my greatest challenge is I’m always pushing the barrier and my horse is a good one. He probably reads the barrier better than I do.” Pfeifer feels having a good horse is essential in team roping. “Your horse makes all the difference in the world,” she pointed out. “You need a horse that knows what they are doing. You need one that has been there and done that because a good horse makes all the difference and allows you to compete with the

very best.” Pfeifer has set her winnings from the Northwest Regional Finals aside to buy a new truck for college. She figures with the win in Winnemucca maybe it will get her name out there and she can look for some college offers to rodeo and go to school next fall. With team roping her strong suit and breakaway roping and goat tying in her resume as well, there is a good chance there will be some college rodeo coaches looking her way. “Team roping is by far my favorite event,” Pfeifer continued. “I’d really like to find a partner for the Cruel Girl roping at the Finals.” Despite never having been to Oklahoma to the National Finals of Team Roping, Pfeifer would really like to sway her dad into going this year. Her partner is definitely ready to go and Brandi figures now it just takes convincing dad the trip is worth the effort. “Alec called and told me to look at the pictures on the website and he is already thinking and talking about it,” Pfeifer commented. “Now if we can just continued on page 89

#15 Shoot-Out Caleb C. Twisselman (Santa Margarita, CA) / Tad W. Williams, Jr. (Schurz, NV), 40.85 on 5, $5,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#15 Preliminary Quinn Kesler (Holden, UT) / Austin Carmen (Prescott Valley, AZ), 32.83 on 4, $1,682, National ShootOuts worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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NORTHWEST REGIONAL FINALS â&#x20AC;˘ Shoot-Out Positions Awarded $6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Quinn Kesler Holden, UT Austin Carmen Prescott Valley, AZ Bob Thompson Caldwell, ID Ryan N. Powell Caldwell, ID Chad J. Hoff Las Vegas, NV Quinn Mori Tuscarora, NV Caleb Twisselman Santa Margarita, CA Josh J. Gonzales Lockeford, CA Kelly Barker Central Point, OR Hayes M. Smith White City, OR Caleb Twisselman Santa Margarita, CA Tad W. Williams Seattle, WA Jared Penrod Fillmore, UT Quinn Kesler Holden, UT Josh Bruce Homedale, ID Pat J. Woodcock Fruitland, ID Ryan L. Reed Lodi, CA Joseph J.Shawnego Oakdale, CA Shad Willis Lindon, UT Garrett Thurston Smithfield, UT Quinn Kesler Holden, UT Austin Carmen Prescott Valley, AZ Cody Hall St. George, UT Paul Terry Fillmore, UT Josh Bruce Homedale, ID Pat J. Woodcock Fruitland, ID Caleb Twisselman Santa Margarita, CA Josh J. Gonzales Lockeford, CA Jared Udy Smithfield, UT Jade Willis Randolph, UT Derrek N. Hee Nipomo, CA T. J. McCauley Reno, NV #13 Colt Capurro Fallon, NV T. J. McCauley Reno, NV Tom C. Akins Longview, WA Thad Akins Harrisburg, OR Cy D. Eames Gooding, ID Pace Freed Queen Creek, AZ Matthew L. Baker Rigby, ID Teejay M. Brown Idaho Falls, ID Matthew L. Baker Rigby, ID Tyrel Jensen Blackfoot, ID Kailey L. Freed Morgan, UT Austin Carmen Prescott Valley, AZ Jared B. Thompson Boise, ID K. Schimmelpfennig Eagle, ID Larry Goss Redmond, OR Lyndy Williams Blackfoot, ID Robbin J. Rowley Spring Creek, NV Michael C. Mori Tuscarora, NV Tricia Campbell Nampa, ID Bo Patzke Klamath Falls, OR Oliver H. White Blythe, CA Ben Bub Mays Blythe, CA Guy L. Davis Alamo, NV Dusty Pulsipher Moapa, NV Kayla Bland Orovada, NV Casey Felton Las Cruces, NM Bill W. Fancher Kingman, AZ Chad Benson Kingman, AZ Connie M. Hiatt Red Bluff, CA Josh J. Gonzales Lockeford, CA Rob Tedder Buckeye, AZ Clyde Gasser Wickenburg, AZ Doyle Rollie Erda, UT

Cody Soffel Fairfield, UT Connie M. Hiatt Red Bluff, CA Daniel W. Holland Brooks, CA Marti Anderson Eagle Point, OR Daniel W. Holland Brooks, CA Don Elms White City, OR Hayes M. Smith White City, OR D. A. Poll Clinton, UT Todd E. Jepson Las Vegas, NV Tom C. Akins Longview, WA Thad Akins Harrisburg, OR Jared Udy Smithfield, UT Rick Steed Malad City, ID Bill W. Fancher Kingman, AZ Chad Benson Kingman, AZ Colt Capurro Fallon, NV Matthew Hussman Topaz, CA #12 Don Elms White City, OR Hayes M. Smith White City, OR Connie M. Hiatt Red Bluff, CA Ron A. Rogers Bakersfield, CA Rick Lawrence Livermore, CA Josh J. Gonzales Lockeford, CA Kayla Bland Orovada, NV Pace Freed Queen Creek, AZ Curtis L. English Reno, NV Morgan McVay Sparks, NV Clayton Hansen Ontario, OR Garrett Rogers Adams, OR Bill C. Gow Roseburg, OR Colton J. Gow Roseburg, OR Connie M. Hiatt Red Bluff, CA Rob T. Pyle Standish, CA Robin M. Gasser Wickenburg, AZ Clyde Gasser Wickenburg, AZ Bill C. Gow Roseburg, OR Colton J. Gow Roseburg, OR Janie Freed Queen Creek, AZ Chris Freed Pocatello, ID Robin M. Gasser Wickenburg, AZ Clyde Gasser Wickenburg, AZ Jared B. Thompson Boise, ID Steven Dugger Phoenix, AZ Dean McLain Yacolt, WA Thad Akins Harrisburg, OR Colt Capurro Fallon, NV Jason Boegle Fernley, NV Larry Goss Redmond, OR Bob Harrell Baker City, OR Don Elms White City, OR Hayes M. Smith White City, OR Julianne H. Funk Wellington, NV Tad W. Williams Seattle, WA Curtis L. English Reno, NV Rosco Rhodes Reno, NV John Herkner Bend, OR Bob Harrell Baker City, OR Pete Clark Paso Robles, CA Joe M. Nash Etna, CA D. A. Poll Clinton, UT Pace Freed Queen Creek, AZ Ed R. Hintz Spring Creek, NV Wayne Rowley Spring Creek, NV Ben Bub Mays Blythe, CA Oliver H. White Blythe, CA Claude W. Straub Johnson City, TX Tyrel Jensen Blackfoot, ID

#11 Lee Abrams Greenleaf, ID Clint L. Felton Fallon, NV Bob Reno Springfield, OR Tom C. Akins Longview, WA Connie M. Hiatt Red Bluff, CA Jay Chesson Gridley, CA Brandon J. Chee Kingman, AZ Bradee Hughes Veyo, UT Tricia Campbell Nampa, ID K. Schimmelpfennig Eagle, ID Troy Belliston Magna, UT Gary Belliston Erda, UT Danny Goddard Redding, CA Brian White Ukiah, CA Jestin C. Simper Lehi, UT Paul Freed Morgan, UT Ross Callahan Yoncalla, OR Colton J. Gow Roseburg, OR T. J. Scoggin Fallon, NV Fred Williams Schurz, NV B. J. Murnion Lamoille, NV Justin McDermott Lamoille, NV Tricia Campbell Nampa, ID K. Schimmelpfennig Eagle, ID Cody Burnside Mesquite, NV Jody Burnside Mesquite, NV Wes Short Kingman, AZ Bill W. Fancher Kingman, AZ John E. McCay Eugene, OR Jeff G. Bowers Creswell, OR Zach C. Rhodes Reno, NV Rosco Rhodes Reno, NV Marv W. Barton Redding, CA Grant C. Haigh Merrill, OR T. J. Scoggin Fallon, NV Roger B. Williams Schurz, NV James Kittleson Eugene, OR Thad Akins Harrisburg, OR Claude W. Straub Johnson City, TX Rosco Rhodes Reno, NV Pete Clark Paso Robles, CA Joe M. Nash Etna, CA LaRae Branham Phoenix, AZ Earl D. Higgins Phoenix, AZ Cody L. Barron Reno, NV Bradin S. Porter Spring Creek, NV Jack L. Taylor Reno, NV John Edwards Fallon, NV Will Bedke Oakley, ID Bud U. Bedke Oakley, ID #10 Wyatt C. Williams Pahrump, NV Clint L. Felton Fallon, NV Brandon J. Chee Kingman, AZ Ramzi Hughes Newcastle, UT Greg S. Grenke Jordan Valley, OR Herb Smith Meridian, ID Rex A. Frehner Las Vegas, NV Jon C. Scolari Las Vegas, NV Shaun B. Wilkinson Garland, UT Michael J. Roberts King Hill, ID Jeff Shunn Kingman, AZ Eldon C. Sandsness Winnemucca, NV D. A. Poll Clinton, UT Steve R. Flint Salt Lake City, UT Shaun B. Wilkinson Garland, UT Randy S. Bingham Paradise, UT Brandon J. Chee Kingman, AZ Cody Burnside Mesquite, NV

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Randy Osterhoudt Justin McDermott Bob Nilmeyer Steven C. Nilmeyer Victor Ugalde John Ugalde Rod H. Maughan Chad Evans Jon Cannon Brian White Norman Witt Rick M. Lederer Wayne D. Reedy Sonny R. Wilcox Ross Callahan Jeff G. Bowers Bradin S. Porter Jason L. Jones Tim A. Fields Tom C. Akins Kellie A. Mackin Jeff G. Bowers Dave E. Holly Ron Schmidt Bob Nilmeyer Myron D. Duarte Darth Barton Shane B. Dunning Erick Jackson Scott Raschke John Herkner Del Johnson

Round Mountain, NV Lamoille, NV San Martin, CA Coyote, CA Orovada, NV Orovada, NV Hooper, UT Plain City, UT Morgan, UT Ukiah, CA Oroville, CA Willows, CA Marysville, CA Carson City, NV Yoncalla, OR Creswell, OR Spring Creek, NV Lamoille, NV Longview, WA Longview, WA Martinez, CA Creswell, OR Glenwood, WA Mosier, OR San Martin, CA Auburn, WA Redding, CA Proberta, CA Queen Creek, AZ Pocatello, ID Bend, OR Redmond, OR #9 Brandi Pfeifer Gaston, OR Alec E. Gaynor McMinnville, OR Erin Beukelman Nampa, ID Herb Smith Meridian, ID John E. McCay Eugene, OR James Kittleson Eugene, OR Darth Barton Redding, CA Marv W. Barton Redding, CA Carole J. Rogers Yerington, NV Jennie R. Steele Fallon, NV Brandi Pfeifer Gaston, OR Alec E. Gaynor McMinnville, OR Bret M. Hixson Corvallis, OR Traci Olson Lebanon, OR Joe Scoggin Fallon, NV Carl Norris Fallon, NV Kayla Bland Orovada, NV Wyatt C. Williams Pahrump, NV Erin Beukelman Nampa, ID Kelly E. Slayton Nampa, ID Greg S. Grenke Jordan Valley, OR Eugene Perkins Monument, OR Mark A. Broughton Wellsville, UT Randy S. Bingham Paradise, UT Dave E. Holly Glenwood, WA Ron Schmidt Mosier, OR #8 Jon A. Englund Astoria, OR Ron Schmidt Mosier, OR Kellie A. Mackin Martinez, CA Gerald T. Wilson Woodland, CA Wyatt C. Williams Pahrump, NV Rob T. Cavender Elko, NV Darth Barton Redding, CA Danny Goddard Redding, CA Robert E. McGrew Dixon, CA Bill B. Baker Woodland, CA

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#13 Shoot-Out Kailey L. Freed (Morgan, UT) / Austin Carmen (Prescott Valley, AZ), 41.15 on 5, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#13 Preliminary Colt Capurro (Fallon, NV) / T. J. McCauley (Reno, NV), 32.47 on 4, $3,012, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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convince my dad.â&#x20AC;? Pfeifer is pretty excited about how her senior year in high school has kicked off this year. Perhaps it is an omen. Winning big at the Northwest Regional Finals in Winnemucca is a sure fire way to make any senior year memorable. With some money in the bank and two new Martin Trophy saddles sitting on her living room floor, Pfeifer figures her senior year is already off to a great start. The winning trend has only just begun in Winnemucca at the Northwest Regional Finals. It definitely sounds like there is one team roping header in Gaston, Oregon who is geared to make this a year to remember. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Dad, are you listening?â&#x20AC;? Why not put the icing on the cake with a trip to Oklahoma City and the Cinch USTRC National Finals? No doubt, Brandi Pfeifer and Alex Gaynor are ready to load up and haul to Oklahoma. They are a team to be reckoned with and after all this is her senior year. n

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#12 Shoot-Out Clayton Hansen (Ontario, OR) / Garrett Rogers (Adams, OR), 34.23 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Preliminary Don Elms (White City, OR) / Hayes M. Smith (White City, OR), 34.94 on 4, $4,224, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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#11 Shoot-Out Troy Belliston (Magna, UT) / Gary Belliston (Erda, UT), 36.79 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Shoot-Out Jeff Shunn (Kingman, AZ) / Eldon C. Sandsness (Winnemucca, NV), 35.94 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#9 Shoot-Out Brandi Pfeifer (Gaston, OR) / Alec E. Gaynor (McMinnville, OR), 43.09 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Preliminary Lee Abrams (Greenleaf, ID) / Clint L. Felton (Fallon, NV), 37.17 on 4, $3,634, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#10 Preliminary Wyatt Charles Williams (Pahrump, NV) / Clint L. Felton (Fallon, NV), 40.51 on 4, $3,442, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#9 Preliminary Brandi Pfeifer (Gaston, OR) / Alec E. Gaynor (Mcminnville, OR), 38.08 on 4, $3,478, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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EYENNE, WY

HIGH PLAINS REGIONAL FINALS Roping Gross s $482,300 Roper’s Pot s $322,164 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

C PHOTOS COURTESY OF LONE WOLF PHOTOGRAPHY

heyenne, Wyoming is known for its history and the whole town works to preserve the cowboy way of life. It is one of America’s most vibrant western cities and each July the town welcomes the prestigious Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo. The town also plays host to another great event, the High Plains Regional Finals. Each Labor Day weekend, the USTRC comes to town and with it comes team ropers from all over the country. Many come because the event is held at the coveted Frontier Park

Open J. D. Yates (Pueblo, CO) / Jay Wadhams (Pueblo, CO), 38.88 on 5, $5,000

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Prizeline s $55,000 Return to Roper s 78.2%

Arena. Still others come because of the unique and unpredictable setting of the event. The team roping is truly an event for cowboys or at the very least cowboys at heart. The unpredictability of the event is what makes it unique and fun. Ropers never know what kind of weather they will face, but one thing they can bank on is that it will be an event that will test their abilities and be filled with fun and excitement. This year Patrick Weaver from Fountain, Colorado fulfilled his dream and met some of his goals with his team roping. The 61year-old accountant for the Air Force made the trip to Cheyenne with his wife and it was a great trip for them. “The Regionals in Cheyenne were good for me. In fact, it was one of the best weekends I have

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ever had,” said Weaver. “It was actually a perfect weekend until it rained. I haven’t always done well there but I really enjoy the event there and I like the facility.” Weaver roped all weekend long and ended up winning the Crème de la Crème Gist Gold buckle for being the high point Gold Plus roper of the weekend. “It was great to do some good and to win a belt buckle like that,” said Weaver. “I really had some great partners and they helped out a lot.” Weaver placed in the Gold Plus and the #11 Division with Craig Person. “Craig and I had never met until the USTRC roping in Colorado Springs,” said Weaver. “An acquaintance set us up and we did some good. It was after that roping that we decided to rope in Cheyenne at the Regionals. He is a really nice guy and a good partner.” Weaver and heeler Mark Fitch won the Incentive Average of the #12 Preliminary. “I have known Mark for a long time. I used to keep my horse at his house when I first started and drove 60 miles just to practice,” said Weaver. “Mark is another great partner and I enjoy roping with him.” In the #12 Shoot-Out Weaver took home an Average check with young Trevor Kirchenschlager. “I haven’t roped a lot with Trevor, but he is a good partner and I really enjoy roping with kids,” added Weaver. “They work hard at roping and always think roping and they have an energy and passion for the sport that I like. It is fun to rope with the kids.”

Weaver didn’t actually start roping until later in life and he enjoys the sport today. “When I was really young, like three or four, I used to ride draft horses. It wasn’t until I was about 20 years old that I even learned to saddle a horse properly,” said Weaver. “I enjoy the sport even though no one else in the family ropes. My wife will ride with me occasionally, but I have a hard time getting her to go with me to ropings because she thinks she is bad luck. This weekend proved that she is not.” Weaver works as an accountant for the Air Force and is a bit of a workaholic. “I have a desk job and work quite a bit and so that makes it hard to ride and even harder to rope because I get home late,” said Weaver. “I believe in hard work and practice, so sometimes that makes it tough.” Weaver used a young horse at the High Plains Regional Finals but he had his good horse as a backup there just in case. “I set a goal for myself this year to season a young horse and I have do that,” said Weaver. “I rode my young horse at the Regionals and he did great. He does everything right and is really smooth.” Weaver is headed to the Cinch National Finals of Team Roping in late October and hopes to have another good roping experience there. “I am planning on going to the Finals,” said Weaver. “I don’t have all my partners lined up, but I am certainly going. In this game you have to have a good horse and a little luck. You have to work hard and I think I am ready. I have been really fortunate and maybe things will carry over to the Finals.” n

#15 Shoot Out Tyler Schnaufer (Pueblo, CO) / Josh A. Fillmore (Pueblo, CO), 36.38 on 5, $5,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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HIGH PLAINS REGIONAL FINALS â&#x20AC;˘ Shoot-Out Positions Awarded $6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Jay Wadhams Pueblo, CO Jordan Allyn Pueblo, CO Darren D. Sellers Wellfleet, NE Levi T. Tyan Hayes Center, NE T. J. Teague Dublin, TX Dahl Nicholls Kinnear, WY Gregg Barrier Hudson, CO Fabian Alvarado Hobbs, NM Gene Jett Scott City, KS Tyrell Reynolds Tribune, KS Tyler Schnaufer Pueblo, CO Josh A. Fillmore Pueblo, CO Darren D. Sellers Wellfleet, NE Quincy J. Opela Stapleton, NE Luke Morast Halliday, ND Bill Beard Menoken, ND Darren D. Sellers Wellfleet, NE Levi T. Tyan Hayes Center, NE Drew Kalenze Ft Yates, ND Wayne Hepper Bismarck, ND Terry Forrest Surprise, AZ Bret M. Tonozzi Loma, CO Casey E. Adams Ault, CO Joe Roderick Loma, CO Gene Jett Scott City, KS Chris A. Sherman Gem, KS Phil L. Schuman Fort Collins, CO Bobby Baize Anthony, NM Kirk Yakel Lakin, KS Heath A. Williams Hartman, AR Dick T. Carroll La Junta, CO T. J. Watts Eads, CO Tyson Holden Gillette, WY Justin C. Hammerich Greeley, CO #13 Ben C. Schomp Hershey, NE Todd Hollenbeck Long Pine, NE Travis J. Warren Mullen, NE Todd Hollenbeck Long Pine, NE T. J. Teague Dublin, TX Rick Steed Malad City, ID Nick K. Camilletti Hayden, CO Matt T. Weidner Craig, CO Shane C. Pierro Laporte, CO Riley K. Pedro Nunn, CO Ty Yost Billings, MT Colt Tew Harlowton, MT Justin D. Storms Nathrop, CO Tyrell Reynolds Tribune, KS Todd M. Drommond Greeley, CO Dustin M. Bowling Agate, CO T. J. Teague Dublin, TX Justin R. Smith Carpenter, WY Zurick Labrier Guymon, OK Doug Schmidt Guymon, OK Will Cantrell Tucumcari, NM Brian Potter Dalhart, TX Jamie A. Mader Stephenville, TX Craig G. Mader Gillette, WY Travis J. Warren Mullen, NE Todd Hollenbeck Long Pine, NE Nick K. Camilletti Hayden, CO Matt T. Weidner Craig, CO Andrew M. Jeffers Des Moines, NM Clayton Ward Dalhart, TX Tyson Holden Gillette, WY Bill Beard Menoken, ND

Matthew L. Baker Rigby, ID Paul Freed Morgan, UT Zurick Labrier Guymon, OK Doug Schmidt Guymon, OK T. J. Teague Dublin, TX Rick Steed Malad City, ID Tony S. Holden Gillette, WY Mike J. Christinck Wheatland, WY CaDee Tew Harlowton, MT Colt Tew Harlowton, MT Darren D. Sellers Wellfleet, NE Jeff P. Aylward Dickens, NE Joel B. Bunker Sharon Springs, KS Braden L. Stueve Sharon Springs, KS Howard J. Cole Strong City, KS Dawson McMaster Beattie, KS Austin L. Crist Rocky Ford, CO Shay D. Carroll La Junta, CO #12 Rick A. Montera Greeley, CO Craig D. Person Columbus, NE Marina K. Hadley Wheatland, WY Todd Q. Holden Gillette, WY Will Ferguson Wolf, WY Joe Moore Gillette, WY Doug Flowers Montrose, CO Matt T. Weidner Craig, CO Zurick Labrier Guymon, OK Brian Potter Dalhart, TX Witt J. Crowser Lingle, WY Levi J. Britton Billings, MT Ben C. Schomp Hershey, NE Jeff P. Aylward Dickens, NE Marc H. Banister Brighton, CO Tyrell Reynolds Tribune, KS Kirk Yakel Lakin, KS Greg D. Seufer Holly, CO Patrick A. Weaver Fountain, CO Trevor Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO Tim E. Tyan Hayes Center, NE Jeff P. Aylward Dickens, NE Gary Punk Cooper Montrose, CO J. R. Rodriguez Montrose, CO Greg A. Shalberg Sheridan Lake, CO Tyrell Reynolds Tribune, KS Bret E. Daly Paxton, NE Dawson McMaster Beattie, KS Mike Zacher Stanford, MT Jay L. Woodford Mosby, MT Mike Zacher Stanford, MT Colt Tew Harlowton, MT Gary Punk Cooper Montrose, CO Bart B. Greenhalgh Olathe, CO Wendell Youngberg Reliance, WY Tyrel Jensen Blackfoot, ID Marina K. Hadley Wheatland, WY Tom H. Hadley Wheatland, WY Clay Rizzuto Cheyenne, WY Ray C. Rizzuto Cheyenne, WY Wes Leavitt Ft Lupton, CO Justin D. Storms Nathrop, CO T. J. Teague Dublin, TX Arron Z. Mordahl Carpenter, WY Chase Hinkins Ferron, UT Paul Terry Fillmore, UT Bruce M. Barker Big Horn, WY Levi J. Britton Billings, MT Tony S. Holden Gillette, WY Todd Q. Holden Gillette, WY #11 Tamara Tunink Fowler, CO

Mike S. Diodosio Fowler, CO Patrick A. Weaver Fountain, CO Craig D. Person Columbus, NE Kevin K. Davis Chivington, CO Richard L. Lightcap Las Animas, CO Mike Zacher Stanford, MT Jay L. Woodford Mosby, MT Trey D. Yates Pueblo, CO Chris Hogan Brighton, CO Shane C. Pierro Laporte, CO Justin D. Storms Nathrop, CO Andrew M. Jeffers Des Moines, NM Butch A. Whitten Cimarron, NM Jared Penrod Fillmore, UT Chase Hinkins Ferron, UT Darrell Rennels Livermore, CO J. R. Olson Greeley, CO Logan Milligan Torrington, WY Arron Z. Mordahl Carpenter, WY Mike Zacher Stanford, MT Jay L. Woodford Mosby, MT Jake Wager Elizabeth, CO Dustin H. Wager Elizabeth, CO Wes Leavitt Ft Lupton, CO Casey Everett Salida, CO Greg A. Shalberg Sheridan Lake, CO Kirk Yakel Lakin, KS Del R. Olkjer Elbert, CO Clint Lay Elbert, CO Greg A. Shalberg Sheridan Lake, CO Greg D. Seufer Holly, CO Kyle W. Breeden Carpenter, WY Ray C. Rizzuto Cheyenne, WY Tom Neiley Mead, CO Jimmi Jo Montera Greeley, CO Colten Wakley Lyman, WY Matt T. Weidner Craig, CO Austin C. Stephens Dalhart, TX Joe Matile Satanta, KS Les F. Talkington Hillsdale, WY Justin R. Smith Carpenter, WY Mike Zacher Stanford, MT Jay L. Woodford Mosby, MT Kyle W. Breeden Carpenter, WY Tom C. Hirsig Cheyenne, WY Witt J. Crowser Lingle, WY Tim H. Nutter Rapid City, SD Kade Merritt Greeley, CO Jake Mangis Jackson, WY #10 Denny J. Hoff Hazen, ND J. D. Johnson Bismarck, ND Cindy K. Smith Sterling, KS Joe Matile Satanta, KS Tom M. Morrison Lander, WY Sam D. Morgan Savery, WY Les F. Talkington Hillsdale, WY Arron Z. Mordahl Carpenter, WY Jay K. Ward Encampment, WY Tim Terrill Saratoga, WY Wyatt Cole Stevens Lodge Grass, MT Levi J. Britton Billings, MT Logan Milligan Torrington, WY Blake Nelson Longmont, CO Jessica M. Miller Madison, KS Layne LaGasse Concordia, KS Jody York Greeley, CO J. C. York Greeley, CO Bill Eckroth Mandan, ND Dale J. Sorge Bismarck, ND Lance Brown Absarokee, MT Ken S. Calkins Ft. Collins, CO

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Jim R. Helzer Mark Scheller Donnie R. Snidow Kurt W. Eacret Mary Bunker Joel B. Bunker Dustin Witman Josh G. Pollitt Corey Whinnery Steve Whinnery Jay K. Ward Tim Terrill Darrell Rennels Jimmi Jo Montera Bill Eckroth Russell Schirado Trey D. Yates Joe Matile Chase Hollingsworth Roger Hollingsworth Les F. Talkington Arron Z. Mordahl Monica Smith Jerry L. Satterfield Greg A. Shalberg Dusty R. Shipman Curtis W. Romero Corey Rinker

Windsor, CO Ault, CO Parachute, CO Ft. Lupton, CO Sharon Springs, KS Sharon Springs, KS Ft Collins, CO Fort Collins, CO Powderhorn, CO Powderhorn, CO Encampment, WY Saratoga, WY Livermore, CO Greeley, CO Mandan, ND Menoken, ND Pueblo, CO Satanta, KS Casa Grande, AZ Wheatland, WY Hillsdale, WY Carpenter, WY Parachute, CO Parachute, CO Sheridan Lake, CO Lamar, CO Longmont, CO Eaton, CO #9 Colton Stevens Lodge Grass, MT Wyatt Cole Stevens Lodge Grass, MT O. B. Ready Rawlins, WY Jerry A. Kraft Encampment, WY Dale LittleSoldier Mandan, ND J. D. Johnson Bismarck, ND Jody York Greeley, CO J. C. York Greeley, CO Jim Bob Adamson Cheyenne, WY Luke Shockley Cheyenne, WY Lynette Satterfield Parachute, CO Jeff L. Satterfield Parachute, CO Dan J. Leadbetter Bozeman, MT Blaine Schweigert Shepherd, MT Dale LittleSoldier Mandan, ND J. D. Johnson Bismarck, ND Forde Wakley Lyman, WY Colten Wakley Lyman, WY David A. Carlile Olney Springs, CO Wayne E. Spencer Salida, CO Kay L. Miller Scottsbluff, NE Tim H. Nutter Rapid City, SD Greg A. Shalberg Sheridan Lake, CO John Ketcham Wiley, CO Mary L. Smith Cheyenne, WY Matt S. Smith Cheyenne, WY Wendell Youngberg Reliance, WY Paulette OHotto Ft. Lupton, CO Nicole Thomas Penrose, CO Travis Thomas Penrose, CO Dale F. Shanholtzer Fruita, CO Pome E. Camilletti Loma, CO #8 Preston Bonine Beresford, SD Brent L. Woods Tripp, SD Ed Schmieding Gresham, NE Will Callahan McCool Junction, NE Vaughn W. Long Byers, CO Chase Gealy Shelton, NE Logan Milligan Torrington, WY Levi R. Walter Wray, CO Nicole Thomas Penrose, CO Travis Thomas Penrose, CO

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#15 Preliminary Jay Wadhams (Pueblo, CO) / Jordan Allyn (Pueblo, CO), 33.08, $1,986, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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#13 Shoot-Out Ty Yost (Billings, MT) / Colt Tew (Harlowton, MT), 42.81 on 5, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Preliminary Rick A. Montera (Greeley, CO) / Craig D. Person (Columbus, NE), 30.95 on 4, $3,826, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#13 Preliminary Ben C. Schomp (Hershey, NE) / Todd Hollenbeck, Jr. (Long Pine, NE), 33.32 on 4, $4,118, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#12 Shoot-Out Witt J. Crowser (Lingle, WY) / Levi J. Britton (Billings, MT), 34.55 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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Better Luck Next Time.” To me, the GT4 is by far the best feeling rope. I have tried other 4-strand ropes without a core and they feel hollow, but the GT4 with the core feels like an extension of my arm. Every swing, I can feel the top strand, the bottom strand, and I know where my tip is at all times. The GT4 has helped make me a better roper. JADE CORKILL NFR Qualifier 2009 George Strait Champion George Strait Single Year Earnings Record Holder $152,000 (Cash)

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#11 Shoot-Out Shane C. Pierro (Laporte, CO) / Justin D. Storms (Nathrop, CO), 32.00 on 4, $10,862, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Preliminary Tamara Tunink (Fowler, CO) / Mike S. Diodosio (Fowler, CO), 38.12 on 4, $4,274, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#10 Shoot-Out Wyatt Cole Stevens (Lodge Grass, MT) / Levi J. Britton (Billings, MT), 40.37 on 4, $11,114, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Preliminary Denny J. Hoff (Hazen, ND) / J. D. Johnson (Bismarck, ND), 45.70 on 4, $5,172, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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#9 Shoot-Out Lynette Satterfield (Parachute, CO) / Jeff L. Satterfield (Parachute, CO), 44.82 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#9 Preliminary Colton Stevens (Lodge Grass, MT) / Wyatt Cole Stevens (Lodge Grass, MT), 49.37 on 4, $4,586, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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REGIONAL FINALS Roping Gross s $470,500 Roper’s Pot s $319,070 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $55,000 Return to Roper s 79.5%

onsistency may well be the most important word in any team roper’s vocabulary. When Warner, Oklahoma heeler Rocky Ross pulled into the Tunica Expo Center for the Southeast Regional Finals in Tunica, Mississippi he knew consistency would be his game plan. Consistency would be his ace in the hole. Sure enough, that is exactly how it came together. Ross took home the Gold Plus Bonus Crème de la Crème Gist gold buckle for being the High Point Gold Plus roper of the weekend. He put a little money in his pocket as well as earning some Flex Earnings that will give him some leverage going into the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping the end of October. He also took home a buckle in the #12 Preliminary.

“It was a good roping,” Ross said. “The facility is probably the nicest facility I have roped at in a long time.” If Ross is consistent it makes his competitors play catch up and evidently his plan is a workable one. “I’ve learned through the years to make each run the best that I can make it,” Ross elaborated. “I want to take the first shot and make it happen. I want the pressure to be on everyone else.” Ross and partner, Rick George, have been roping together for a long time. They are a pair that just seemed to click and they know exactly what the other one will do. “Our game plan was consistency,” Ross continued. “Each of us is focused on getting all our

Open Drew Horner (Plano, TX) / Buddy E. Hawkins II (Columbus, KS), 40.34 on 5, $5,000

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cattle caught and making each run the very best that it can be. We practice two or three times a week and we work to be consistent there as well.” Heeling provides a greater challenge for Ross than heading. It is a challenge to be the best and heeling tends to prompt him to “cowboy up” so to speak. “Team roping is a mental game and it takes good timing, good horsemanship and consistent runs to take the win,” Ross explained. “I went to Oklahoma City last year and roped really well. I placed last year at the Finals and it is because I tried to focus on making each run count and tried to make it happen.” Ross feels good horses are always an issue. As a heeler for some fifteen years Ross says good horses are hard to come by and he has spent

most of his roping career making good horses. “Since team roping is such a mental game horsemanship is essential and very important and really becomes an issue,” Ross explained. Consistency is the word of choice when it comes to success in the roping business. Making each run count and staying focused and in tune certainly worked for Ross at the Southeast Regional Finals in Tunica. He is hoping the game plan will be successful this year at the Cinch USTRC NFTR. Ross is probably as prepared mentally as he can be after leaving Tunica, Mississippi. He plans to stay close to home and possibly take the Finals by storm. Regardless of how things come together Ross will make each run the best one he can come up with. There is nothing standing in his way and when consistency becomes the formula, champions are made. n

#15 Shoot-Out Omar Alvarado (Odessa, TX) / Keagan Duncan (Odessa, TX), 39.98 on 5, $6,086, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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SOUTHEAST REGIONAL FINALS â&#x20AC;˘ Shoot-Out Positions Awarded $6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Jeff Schneider Benton, MO Ty Ferrell Sikeston, MO Clint Keller Troy, AL Zak R. Dobbins Bay Minette, AL Garrett D. Mooney Ozark, AR Toby G. Hogan Ozark, AR Jake B. Brown Wolfforth, TX Shiloh R. Seale Georgetown, TX Robert C. Boyd Midland, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Eric Flurry Sallisaw, OK Dax Stuart Roland, OK Joshua J. Torres Lake Charles, LA Matt Scogin Frierson, LA Jake B. Brown Wolfforth, TX Blaine Vick Stephenville, TX Jay T. Hodge Calhoun, LA Will M. Woodfin Marshall, TX Rance Gantt Athens, LA Richie Sullivan West Monroe, LA Richard Traylor Poplarville, MS Squirt L. Cook Shubuta, MS Ross Pratt Salado, TX Josh A. Canant Perryville, AR Clint Keller Troy, AL Zak R. Dobbins Bay Minette, AL Barry Braden Horatio, AR Toby D. Wake Haworth, OK Beau A. Hebert Shreveport, LA Matt Scogin Frierson, LA Andrew E. Ward Edmond, OK Reagan G. Ward Edmond, OK Bart Brunson Terry, MS Wes C. Brunson Terry, MS Riley M. Grisham Kiln, MS Dane Brister Brookhaven, MS Wes Kent Grand Cane, LA Nick V. Kent Grand Cane, LA Manny Egusquiza Madison, GA Justin C. Cooper Sylvester, GA Clint Keller Troy, AL Rodney D. Melton Wilburton, OK #13 Scott Crites Farmington, MO Jace McDaniel Jonesboro, AR Hunter J. Mason Bald Knob, AR Justin L. Pruitt Greenbrier, AR Randy B. Melder Hineston, LA Logan Johnson Pitkin, LA Jay T. Hodge Calhoun, LA Richie Sullivan West Monroe, LA Nicholas Thompson Stillwater, OK Braden Harmon Mustang, OK Nicholas Thompson Stillwater, OK Braden Harmon Mustang, OK Mike Rexwinkle Edna, KS Lane M. Reeves Wann, OK Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Bubba Garcia Odessa, TX Terry Hilderbrand Bartlett, KS Levi J. Wilson Bartlesville, OK Caleb Sebo Spiro, OK Brandon W. Keifer Poteau, OK John H. Shockley Madison, GA Rodney D. Melton Wilburton, OK Steve Hinson Jonesboro, AR Devin Tate Bono, AR Stephen Kinchen Tickpaw, LA

Robbie A. Brown Florence, MS Brent Hudson Russelllville, AR Toby G. Hogan Ozark, AR Brody Jay Braden Horatio, AR Toby D. Wake Haworth, OK Kent White Red Oak, OK Jeff D. Hunter Talihina, OK Scott Crites Farmington, MO Jace McDaniel Jonesboro, AR Gene Calvin Latham, KS Scott LaClef Leon, KS Taylor Guidry Houma, LA Dane Brister Brookhaven, MS Mike Sibley Walker, LA Rickie G. LeBlanc Walker, LA Kent White Red Oak, OK Jeff D. Hunter Talihina, OK Keith Midgett Lockesburg, AR Pace D. King Nashville, AR Sonny Gould Moscow, TN Ed Allen Dadeville, AL Rusty W. Stuart Roland, OK Dax Stuart Roland, OK Wes Kent Grand Cane, LA Kolby W. Kennedy Jonesville, LA #12 Jason T. Jenkins Hopkinsville, KY Marshall F. Hall Franklin, KY Rick George Oktaha, OK Rocky C. Ross Warner, OK Mike Sibley Walker, LA Zack A. Mabry Piedmont, AL Harve A. Reynolds Ellsinore, MO Wade Harris Piggott, AR Herb C. Logan Miami, OK Levi J. Wilson Bartlesville, OK Rodney G. Smith Hazlehurst, MS Robbie A. Brown Florence, MS Robert C. Boyd Midland, TX Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Arch Maples New Waverly, TX Justin L. Pruitt Greenbrier, AR Luke Tyree West Plains, MO Mike W. Shrable Gepp, AR Caleb Sebo Spiro, OK Jeff D. Hunter Talihina, OK Matt McKinney Berryville, AR Dustin L. Hodge Eureka Springs, AR Scott LaClef Leon, KS Gage Blair Andover, KS Robert C. Boyd Midland, TX Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Richard L. Tate Ville Platte, LA Stephen A. Tate Ville Platte, LA Leslie Bailey Reddick, FL Darren T. Burns Orange Lake, FL Mark Brown Beebe, AR Adam Brown Beebe, AR Casey Moses Deville, LA Kolby W. Kennedy Jonesville, LA Spencer C. Griffith Boyce, LA Kolby W. Kennedy Jonesville, LA Brody Jay Braden Horatio, AR Tyler Domingue Dekalb, TX Zack A. Mabry Piedmont, AL Brent Kittle Woodland, AL Jerritt Varner Red Level, AL Dennis W. Moore Opp, AL Robert Fortenberry New Hebron, MS Jeff C. Pierce Byram, MS Brent E. Mays Sulphur, LA T. Boy Waite Sulphur, LA Rick George Oktaha, OK Rocky C. Ross Warner, OK

John H. Shockley Madison, GA Scott A. Lund Lynchburg, TN #11 Hayden M. Willson Jonesville, LA Jacob Griffith Boyce, LA Clint Crane Wister, OK Jeff D. Hunter Talihina, OK Justin Cowan Lamar, MS Richard Kee Somerville, TN Barry M. Allen Jay, OK Rocky C. Ross Warner, OK John H. Shockley Madison, GA Josh Hamby Viola, AR Jonas Gattis Ratcliff, AR Clayton J. Beavers Dardanelle, AR Shannon McDaniel Deville, LA Harvey McDaniel Deville, LA Barry M. Allen Jay, OK Rocky C. Ross Warner, OK Brent Worrell Brewton, AL Homer C. Coleman Atmore, AL Ronnie W. Foshee Russellville, AR Robert L. Staggs Wideman, AR Ronnie W. Foshee Russellville, AR Clayton J. Beavers Dardanelle, AR Tony Casey Vincent, AL Zack A. Mabry Piedmont, AL Natie Johnson Choudrant, LA Sammy Barton Lawlsville, AR Bill H. Romine South West City, MO Bill W. Romine Gravette, AR Steven Allday Shelbyville, KY Dale R. Martin Cleveland, TN Jeff Weil Wann, OK Lane M. Reeves Wann, OK Lonnie W. Morris Clinton, LA Edward S. Young Walker, LA Trampus W. Purvis Albany, LA Robbie A. Brown Florence, MS Tyler Hoagland Harpersville, AL Ray Lanford Madison, GA Herb C. Logan Miami, OK Rocky C. Ross Warner, OK Harve A. Reynolds Ellsinore, MO Doug Link Poplar Bluff, MO Donnie R. Johnston Canadian, TX Larry V. Campbell Beaver, OK Harold Jones Paris, AR Ray Black Clarksville, AR John H. Shockley Madison, GA Ed Allen Dadeville, AL Caleb Sebo Spiro, OK Roy L. Cox Spiro, OK #10 Clint Crane Wister, OK Donnie L. Ward Leflore, OK Marc W. Smith Ball, LA Nolan Howell Hineston, LA Marc W. Smith Ball, LA Jim Herring Pineville, LA Jim Milam Charleston, AR Ty Moore Charleston, AR Robert Fortenberry New Hebron, MS Robbie A. Brown Florence, MS Brody Jay Braden Horatio, AR Trent Vaught Mena, AR Jason C. Spillers Delhi, LA Nolan Howell Hineston, LA Tom U. Casey Bear Creek, AL Zack A. Mabry Piedmont, AL Greg Williams Perkinston, MS Tommy Peterman Gulfport, MS Travis E. Clark Fayetteville, AR Dustin D. Smith Gentry, AR

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Clint Crane Donnie L. Ward Pete E. Durden Chris A. Hudson Bubba Warner Dusty A. Warner Nicki Miller Larry G. Jones Dobie M. Eakes Dusty A. Warner Tom U. Casey Zack A. Mabry Jarett Guidry Joe Guidry James A. Clark James A. Clark Jason C. Spillers Stephen A. Tate Lonnie W. Morris Philip D. Aucoin Rod Pratt Steve J. Bugbee Donnie R. Johnston Larry V. Campbell Will Hancock Johnny Neergaard Trampus W. Purvis Darrell Cripps Steve J. Myers Rodney G. Morris

Wister, OK Leflore, OK Grand Ridge, FL Westville, FL Louisville, MS Louisville, MS Pauls Valley, OK Wagoner, OK Philadelphia, MS Louisville, MS Bear Creek, AL Piedmont, AL Sulphur, LA Sulphur, LA Osyka, MS Greensburg, LA Delhi, LA Ville Platte, LA Clinton, LA Denham Springs, LA Scott City, KS Colby, KS Canadian, TX Beaver, OK Coldwater, MS Olive Branch, MS Albany, LA Pineville, LA Nashville, AR Ozan, AR #9 Steve Trim Foreman, AR Trent Vaught Mena, AR Garrett W. Moore Opp, AL Tyler L. Cornett Arcadia, FL Jerrod L. Griffith Hartman, AR Winston Swaim Ozark, AR Cale Shockley Flintville, TN Jeff King Arrington, TN Rex Jordan Hulbert, OK Chooch A. Bryson Maysville, AR Steve Trim Foreman, AR Trent Vaught Mena, AR Garrett W. Moore Opp, AL Tyler L. Cornett Arcadia, FL T. J. Coleman Shuqualak, MS Glenn Hickman Shuqualak, MS Mark E. Tichenor Wheaton, MO Todd Herlein Fayetteville, AR Ryan Scott Everton, MO Justin Medlin Marionville, MO Kristie Silver Warner, OK Donald Silver Moscow, TN Randy Mizell Booneville, AR Ty Moore Charleston, AR Trevor H. Rogers Crescent, OK Brandon G. Clark Shawnee, OK Rick Kinnard Benton, MS Chico F. Williams Hollandale, MS Rossi Christenberry Cameron, OK Chad T. Roles Hatfield, AR Chris L. Shivers Harrisonburg, LA Keith P. Farris Quitman, AR #8 Joe Jones Macon, MS Glenn Hickman Shuqualak, MS Daryl L. Jackson Shady Point, OK Bradley Jackson Spiro, OK Justin Whitehurst Quitman, AR Eddy Whitehurst Quitman, AR Michael Jordan Brookhaven, MS Bruce Butler Brookhaven, MS Slayton Taylor Amity, AR Kyla McCain Vilonia, AR

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#15 Preliminary Jeff Schneider (Benton, MO) / Ty Ferrell (Sikeston, MO), 32.69 on 4, $3,190, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#13 Shoot-Out Nicholas G. Thompson (Stillwater, OK) / Braden Harmon (Mustang, OK), 38.66 on 5, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#13 Preliminary Scott Crites (Farmington, MO) / Jace McDaniel (Jonesboro, AR), 30.23 on 4, $5,160, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#12 Shoot-Out Rodney G. Smith (Hazlehurst, MS) / Robbie A. Brown (Florence, MS), 34.07 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#12 Preliminary Jason T. Jenkins (Hopkinsville, KY) / Marshall F. Hall (Franklin, KY), 33.61 on 4, $3,578, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#11 Shoot-Out Jonas Gattis (Ratcliff, AR) / Clayton J. Beavers (Dardanelle, AR), 32.66 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Preliminary Hayden M. Willson (Jonesville, LA) / Jacob Griffith (Boyce, LA), 33.67 on 4, $5,012, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

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#10 Shoot-Out Brody Jay Braden (Horatio, AR) / Trent Vaught (Mena, AR), 30.91 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Preliminary Clint Crane (Wister, OK) / Donnie L. Ward (Leflore, OK), 34.10 on 4, $5,172, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#9 Preliminary Steve Trim (Foreman, AR) / Trent Vaught (Mena, AR), 45.77 on 4, $4,618, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each, Regional Shoot-Outs

#9 Shoot-Out Steve Trim (Foreman, AR) / Trent Vaught (Mena, AR), 38.48 on 4, $10,000, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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MOUNTAINEER CLASSIC

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Open Cory W. Kidd V (Charlotte, NC) / Blake D. Stocker (Krum, TX), 50.59 on 4, $720

hen you think of West Virginia, you don’t normally think team roping, but when Jx2 Productions and the 4T Arena team up you can bet there will be some great team roping action. The Mountaineer Classic kicked into to gear August 8-9, 2009 and was an exciting USTRC event. For one West Virginia team roper it will not be a team roping he will soon forget. Bruce Nichols from Farmington, West Virginia never entertained the thought of not making the Mountaineer Classic, and the fact that he had some success was just icing on the cake. “This roping is only about twenty minutes from the house and a lot of my friends were going, so I never even hesitated about going,” said Nichols. “It 112 / OCTOBER 2009

was a really good roping and I really enjoyed the event.” The 36-year-old header teamed up with NFL Football star Ron Renzi to win the Average of the #12 Division. The team caught four steers in 39.94 seconds to claim the victory. “My friend Jay Shaffer set us up at this roping,” said Nichols. “Ron and I have roped some but not a lot. We were going to rope at the Eastern Regionals but he couldn’t make it. He is a good partner and I enjoyed roping with him. This was my first USTRC buckle and so it really made my day.” In the Gold Plus Division, Nichols really hit pay dirt by winning first and third in the main Average. He partnered up with Texas heeler Jay Shaffer to win

the Average and Pennsylvania’s Jimmy Kelly to claim third place. “Jay and I are big buddies. He grew up here and now he lives in Texas. We have done OK before, but never really won anything. It was really nice to finally win with Jay and this was my second USTRC buckle so that made it even better,” said Nichols. “Jimmy and I rope together a lot. We practice together and rope every chance we can.” Nichols was not done however, as he and heeler Donald Wilson entered the #11 Division. They caught three steers in 27.70 seconds to win second in the Incentive Average and then went on to finish second in the main Average. “Donald lives about two hours away

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#15 Handicap Dakota Lair Shipp (Hernando, FL) / Ron P. Renzi (Leesburg, VA), 41.30 on 5, $1,120, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

and we rope together some,” said Nichols. “He and I talk a lot about roping, but don’t rope together a bunch.” It is for certain that Nichols will always remember the Mountaineer Classic in 2009 because he also ended up winning the high money Martin trophy saddle for the day.

“This roping was a true highlight of my roping career,” said Nichols. “I had never won a USTRC buckle, but I ended up winning the High Money Saddle. This was my first saddle ever and something I am very proud of. It was really a good deal all the way around and it made my summer a really good summer. I just got this new horse and

he had made all the difference. My horse and my practice really paid off.” Overall the Mountaineer Classic was a memorable USTRC event. John Johnson and the entire Jx2 crew along with Larry Tucker and the 4T arena insured that everyone enjoyed the USTRC event. It was a team roping that you certainly didn’t want to miss. n

MOUNTAINEER CLASSIC • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

$2,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Clint J. Moore Limestone, TN Jay Shaffer Stephenville, TX Clint Humphries Lincolnton, NC Nat E. Stewart Corydon, IN #13 Brandon Hartfield Charlestown, IN Adam G. Plyler Pageland, SC Drew Boies Lovettsville, VA Richard S. Herman Taylorsville, NC #12 Donald R. Wilson Vincent, OH Jimmy R. Kelly Eighty Four, PA John A. Johnson Piney Flats, TN Jay Shaffer Stephenville, TX Paula Knudsen Lancaster, KY Jay Shaffer Stephenville, TX #11 Tyler Christensen Guilford, CT P. Cody Christensen Guilford, CT Bruce Nichols Farmington, WV Donald R. Wilson Vincent, OH Bruce Nichols Farmington, WV Jimmy R. Kelly Eighty Four, PA

#10 Bob P. Thibert Ottawa Lake, MI Nick K. DeLeon Toledo, OH Paula Knudsen Lancaster, KY Larry J. Habrun Millersburg, OH Paula Knudsen Lancaster, KY Nick K. DeLeon Toledo, OH #9 James R. Cotterill Pomeroy, OH Thomas W. Karr Pomeroy, OH Jeffrey S. Hartfield Charlestown, IN Larry Tucker Bridgeport, WV James R. Cotterill Pomeroy, OH Matt Beachy Millersburg, OH

$6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Dakota Lair Shipp Hernando, FL Ron P. Renzi Leesburg, VA #13 Donald R. Wilson Vincent, OH Jimmy R. Kelly Eighty Four, PA

#12 Bruce Nichols Farmington, WV Ron P. Renzi Leesburg, VA #11 Bob P. Thibert Ottawa Lake, MI Nick K. DeLeon Toledo, OH #10 Chris E. VanCleef Clyde, NY P. Cody Christensen Guilford, CT #9 Roland M. Osborne Fayetteville, WV Jarrett D. McLaughlin Dunmore, WV #8 Roland M. Osborne Fayetteville, WV Jarrett D. McLaughlin Dunmore, WV Brandon Hartfield Charlestown, IN Stewart Lindamood Blountville, TN Kevin Detherage Lawrenceburg, KY Bruce A. Bowman Nicholasville, KY Kevin Detherage Lawrenceburg, KY Courtney Walls Warrensville, NC Adam E. Menker Findlay, OH Bruce A. Bowman Nicholasville, KY Brent Peterson Lawrenceburg, KY Larry Tucker Bridgeport, WV

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#13 Donald R. Wilson (Vincent, OH) / Jimmy R. Kelly, Jr. (Eighty Four, PA), 36.60 on 4, $1,404, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Bruce Nichols (Farmington, WV) / Ron P. Renzi (Leesburg, VA), 39.94 on 4, $1,906, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#11 Bob P. Thibert (Ottawa Lake, MI) / Nick K. DeLeon (Toledo, OH), 34.18 on 4, $2,540, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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NORTH DAKOTA CHAMPIONSHIPS

Roping Gross s $38,700 Roper’s Pot s $26,297 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $7,820 Return to Roper s 88.2%

#15 Drew Kalenze (Ft Yates, ND) / Wayne Hepper (Bismarck, ND), 36.18 on 5, $712, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

his year the North Dakota Championships made its way back into the USTRC sanctioned schedule with a brand new producer, Dale Sorge. Sorge and Rockin’ S Productions took the event on and moved it to the Missouri Valley Fairgrounds in Bismarck, North Dakota. The event took place August 15-16, 2009 and welcomed ropers from seven different states. Forty-nine-year-old heeler Russell Schirado from Menoken, North Dakota took the event by storm. “This was really a good roping and Dale Sorge is a heck of a producer and does really great work,” said Schirado. “If he can’t do it first class and top notch he just won’t do it at all and this roping was top notch.” 118 / OCTOBER 2009

He teamed up with Denny Hoff in the #15 Handicap and finished third place in the Average. The victory earned them a Regional Shoot-Out worth $2,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “Denny and I have been partners for a long time,” said Schirado. “He ropes well and I like the way he turns cattle for me.” In the #12 Division he really put on a show. He finished first, second and third in the main Average. Schirado and header Trevor Dobbs won the Incentive Average and first in the main Average. Then Drew Kalenze and Schirado won second in the main Average with a time of 32.44 seconds on four steers. Hoff and Schirado finished third place. “I have told my kids for years that it

would be really neat and dramatic to hit a one, two, three punch at a big roping and then it finally came together for me,” said Schirado. “It was just awesome and fell into place for me. I was pretty excited to say the least.” Dobbs and Schirado have more in common than just roping. They are both in the heating and air conditioning business. “Trevor is a transplant from down south and I didn’t know for a long time that we were in the same business,” said Schirado. “We have become friends and have been roping together for about four years.” Schirado teamed up with Bill Eckroth in the Gold Plus Division to finish third place in the Incentive Average. Hoff and

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#12 Trevor Dobbs (Bismarck, ND) / Russell Schirado (Menoken, ND), 31.68 on 4, $1,024, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#13 Dallas J. Gerhardt (Mossit, ND) / Bill Beard (Menoken, ND), 24.16 on 3, $500, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

Schirado picked up another check by roping the fastest steer of the roping. Schirado continued his winning ways in the #10 Division where he and his daughter Casey Schirado won the Average with a time of 44.00 seconds on four steers. The duo took home trophy Gist buckles, $1,708 in cash and a National Shoot-Out worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “It was exciting to win with my daughter,” added Schirado. “You

couldn’t wipe the grin off her face if you tried. I don’t really know who was happier — her or me. She is so pumped about going to Oklahoma to the Cinch USTRC National Finals because she has never been. It was just really cool and she is so excited about the opportunity.” Schirado was also pleased with the event because it was the first big event to be held in the Missouri Valley Fairgrounds. “I have been on the arena

committee for a while now and this is the first big event to be held in the arena,” said Schirado. “I was pretty excited about that and I was really impressed with the cattle they had. It was just a good roping and the kind that everyone likes to go to.” The North Dakota Championships was a good USTRC event and the production by Dale Sorge and Rockin’ S Productions was outstanding. It was a USTRC roping that you won’t want to miss next year. n

NORTH DAKOTA CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded $2,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Luke Morast Halliday, ND Bill Beard Menoken, ND Denny J. Hoff Hazen, ND Russell Schirado Menoken, ND #13 Brandon J. Knudsen Marion, ND Wayne Hepper Bismarck, ND Chance Rosencrans Richardton, ND Bill Beard Menoken, ND #12 Dallas J. Gerhardt Mossit, ND Lance L. Gerhardt Mandan, ND Drew Kalenze Ft. Yates, ND Russell Schirado Menoken, ND Denny J. Hoff Hazen, ND Russell Schirado Menoken, ND #11 Trevor Dobbs Bismarck, ND Russell Schirado Menoken, ND Lee A. Morast Halliday, ND Bill Beard Menoken, ND Bill Eckroth Mandan, ND Luke Morast Halliday, ND

#10 Randy Kraft West Fargo, ND Brandon J. Knudsen Marion, ND Kim Kraft West Fargo, ND Luke Morast Halliday, ND #9 Jason Charles Maple Grove, MN David A. Kramer New Richmond, WI Bill Eckroth Mandan, ND Ryan Gronlie Bismarck, ND Mitch K. Enright Timber Lake, SD Jesse Dale Timber Lake, SD

$6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Drew Kalenze Ft. Yates, ND Wayne Hepper Bismarck, ND #13 Dallas J. Gerhardt Mossit, ND Bill Beard Menoken, ND

#12 Trevor Dobbs Bismarck, ND Russell Schirado Menoken, ND #11 Lee A. Morast Halliday, ND Luke Morast Halliday, ND #10 Casey Schirado Menoken, ND Russell Schirado Menoken, ND #9 Jake Beard Menoken, ND J. D. Johnson Bismarck, ND #8 Jake Beard Menoken, ND J. D. Johnson Bismarck, ND Jay Berger Mandan, ND Bobbi McDowell Bismarck, ND Larry S. Gerhardt Bismarck, ND Roger L. Hinrichs Little Rock, IA Caleb Reiser Bismark, ND Dave Nottestad Mandan, ND Lee A. Morast Halliday, ND Mike Kruger Granville, IA Kim Kraft West Fargo, ND Royce Heart New Town, ND

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#11 Lee A. Morast (Halliday, ND) / Luke Morast (Halliday, ND), 35.13 on 4, $1,378, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Casey Schirado (Menoken, ND) / Russell Schirado (Menoken, ND), 44.00 on 4, $1,708, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#9 Jake Beard (Menoken, ND) / J. D. Johnson (Bismarck, ND), 40.54 on 4, $1,938, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#8 Jay Berger (Mandan, ND) / Bobbi McDowell (Bismarck, ND), 31.25 on 3, $1,670, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

HMW High Money Winner of the weekend, Russ Schirado alliday, ND) / Luke Morast (Halliday, ND), 35.13 on 4, $1,378, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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THE ISLAND

CHAMPIONSHIPS Roping Gross s $60,100 Roper’s Pot s $42,360 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $11,888 Return to Roper s 90.3%

here is a certain air that infiltrates your mind and spirit when you head to the islands for a team roping. As much as team roping is the same, it is delightfully different when you go to rope at a roping like the Island Championships held the weekend of August 13 through the 16 at Hale Kea Farms. Suddenly, the atmosphere becomes relaxed and family oriented. The stress and pressure melts away into the island winds. It is very unique team roping experience and one you will truly enjoy. Hawaii heeler, Kevin Hill, has roped a lot in his native state of Hawaii and on the mainland as well and he knows and appreciates the sport for what it is. “A roping in Hawaii is more kicked back and a relaxed atmosphere,” Hill explained. “The ropings over here are 122 / OCTOBER 2009

Open Ross J. Farias (Kapaa, HI) / Zanga Schutte (Kamuela, HI), 53.11 on 5, $900

more family oriented; husband and wives roping, kids and parents, kids and grandparents, dads and sons. It is a social event when the roping is over because a lot of people here are family and it is about watching the kids and family rope and have a good time.” Hill, who lost a finger last May, is getting his edge back and learning to hold his rope with the index and middle fingers now. “It is an adjustment to say the least,” Hill said. “I still have some soreness but I’m getting better. I’ve suddenly discovered being a heeler is a little dangerous. I’ve been heeling for twelve years and this is a first for me.” Evidently he is learning to deal with his loss. Hill and partner, Robby Farias, won the Average in the #15 Handicap

and he and his dad and partner, Hugh Hill, won the Average of the #13. So, despite the loss of his appendage, he finds his greatest challenge these days is finding a good header. Heeling behind his dad is always fun and the pair spend quite a bit of time in the practice pen. “My dad loves to rope and we just sort of slow everything down and have a good time,” Hill explained. The camaraderie all just kind of reconfirms that roping in Hawaii is, indeed, a family event and there is no hurry, no pressure - just roping for the fun of roping. Fourteen-year-old Lii Purdy, can certainly say a lot about the family sport of team roping. The youngster also attended the Island Championships and he has a new USTRC saddle and a brand new trophy Gist buckle to show for his efforts. Winning his first saddle and buckle certainly made the roping worth his time. Roping with his uncle, Zanga Schutte, Purdy won the Average in the #11 and then won the Average in the #10 with partner, Robert Rita, and the Average of the #8 Pick Draw with partner, Fern White. “It is a great place to rope,” Purdy said excitedly. “It is a fun place to rope and it is lots of fun roping with my Uncle Zanga. He helps me a lot.” An eighth grader this year, Purdy is

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family will travel there early to ride some horses and find one I can use at the Finals.” Purdy and Hill both agree horsemanship is essential in team roping. Whether it is an easy laid back atmosphere like the Island Championships or the heat of competition like the Cinch USTRC Finals, horsemanship plays into having a winning combination.

“You will find ropers who can do everything on the ground, roping the dummy and practicing,” Hill said, “but everything involving the horse is important. It makes a big difference roping on the horse.” Hill spends and enjoys the challenge of training young horses. “It is not the competition that matters in Hawaii,” he added. “The easy pace is a good place to train young horses.”

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planning on attending the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping for the first time. The good part is that he will get to miss some school to go to a team roping. Imagine that! The family will head to Oklahoma early in order to find some horses they can use at the Cinch NFTR. “I have a favorite horse that I rope on all the time here,” Purdy said. “But we cannot take him to Oklahoma so my

#13 Hugh B. Hill III (Kailua Kona, HI) / Kevin Hill (Kailua Kona, HI), 42.19 on 4, $1,092, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

THE ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

$6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Ken Miranda Honokaa, HI Zanga Schutte Kamuela, HI Robby J. Farias Kilauea, HI Kevin Hill Kailua Kona, HI Ken Miranda Honokaa, HI Zanga Schutte Kamuela, HI Chris Awa Holualoa, HI Kevin Hill Kailua Kona, HI #13 Hugh B. Hill Kailua Kona, HI Kevin Hill Kailua Kona, HI Claude W. Straub Johnson City, TX Gilbert A. Smith Kealakekua, HI Ken Miranda Honokaa, HI Henry Muragin Kamuela, HI #12 Claude W. Straub Johnson City, TX Gilbert A. Smith Kealakekua, HI Allen A. Aku Hilo, HI

Chris Wong Kapaau, HI Andrew Wong Kapaau, HI Henry Muragin Kamuela, HI Chris Awa Holualoa, HI Butch Gomes Paauilo, HI #11 Chris Awa Holualoa, HI Butch Gomes Paauilo, HI Lii W. Purdy Kamuela, HI Zanga Schutte Kamuela, HI Ty B. Prettyman Kailua Kona, HI Chad K. Serion Kailua Kona, HI Ken Miranda Honokaa, HI Larry L. Correia Paauilo, HI #10 Claude W. Straub Johnson City, TX Andrew P. Kauai Kamuela, HI Lii W. Purdy Kamuela, HI Robert S. Rita Haleiwa, HI Allen A. Aku Hilo, HI Marvin L. Naihe Honaunau, HI Fred Rice Kamuela, HI Ken Miranda Honokaa, HI

#9 Kamuela, HI Papaikou, HI Laupahoehoe, HI Kapaau, HI Kamuela, HI Hawi, HI Kamuela, HI Papaikou, HI #8 Lii W. Purdy Kamuela, HI Clifford A. Lorenzo Papaikou, HI Lii W. Purdy Kamuela, HI Fern White Hawi, HI Fred Rice Kamuela, HI Travis Ching Hawi, HI Albert K. Duarte Holualoa, HI Aletha L. Barkley Kamuela, HI Roger Kaiwi Captain Cook, HI Shelby Rita Haleiwa, HI Lii W. Purdy Kamuela, HI Joey Giltner Kapaau, HI Fred Rice Clifford A. Lorenzo Brian Bugado Billy Wong Kimo Hoopai Travis Ching Lii W. Purdy Clifford A. Lorenzo

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#12 Allen A. Aku III (Hilo, HI) / Chris Wong (Kapaau, HI), 38.69 on 4, $1,172, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Lii W. Purdy (Kamuela, HI) / Robert S. Rita, Jr. (Haleiwa, HI), 41.55 on 4, $2,310, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#8 Lii W. Purdy (Kamuela, HI) / Fern White (Hawi, HI), 33.40 on 3, $1,434, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#11 Lii W. Purdy (Kamuela, HI) / Zanga Schutte (Kamuela, HI), 42.62 on 4, $1,910, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#9 Brian Bugado (Laupahoehoe, HI) / Billy Wong (Kapaau, HI), 37.36 on 3, $2,150, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

Purdy feels it will be important for him to find the right horse when he goes from a roping like the Island Championships to the Cinch NFTR in Oklahoma. “I hope we can find a horse as good as the one I have here at home,” Purdy commented. “But I think my Uncle Zanga will help me find the right one.” Whether it is Kevin Hill roping with his dad or Lii Purdy roping with his uncle, family is what team roping is all about at a roping like the Island Championships. “They always have a good ropings at Hale Kea Farms,” Hill said. “It is a good roping, runs off well and everything works great.” Besides, as Purdy pointed out, it is lots of fun especially when you win your first saddle and buckle and get to rope with your uncle. Team roping in Hawaii is special and unique and when family is involved that just tends to make it that much more special. It appears the Island Champions turned out to be very special for most all ropers involved this year. n

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CENTRAL STATES SHOWDOWN

Roping Gross s $196,780 Roper’s Pot s $135,469 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $13,590 Return to Roper s 75.7%

erb Snow and his crew put their best foot forward as they brought the Central States Showdown to the National Equestrian Center in Lake St. Louis, Missouri on August 21-23, 2009. The event welcomed ropers from 19 different states and paid out over $121,800 in cash alone. It was a huge success and ropers enjoyed themselves. Heeler Tony Schindler from Frankford, Missouri really enjoyed himself as he took home $7,000 in cash, a trophy Cowboy Gold saddle, a National Shoot-Out worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and two Regional Shoot-Outs worth $2,000 in Flex Earnings. “This was a good roping and I was pretty lucky,” said Schindler. “We decided to go because it is close to the house and the production and the cattle were good. I really like USTRC roping and you can’t complain much about them because they are the same for everyone.” Schindler began his winning by placing second in the Incentive Average with partner Jase Mixer. The team then went on to place second in the main Average with a time of 35.03 seconds on four steers. They earned $3,112 and a Regional Shoot-Out worth $2,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings for their efforts. “Jase and I started roping together quite a bit in the last year,” said Schindler. “He is a good partner and we did some good.” Mixer and Schindler then finished second in the Average of the #10 Division with a time of 33.67 seconds on four steers. They earned another $3,576 and a 126 / OCTOBER 2009

#15 Omar Alvarado (Odessa, TX) / Keagan Duncan (Odessa, TX), 38.23 on 5, $1,940, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

Regional Shoot-Out worth $2,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. In the #9 Division, Schindler teamed up with headers Kenny York and Bobby Hull. He placed first and ninth in the Average respectively. York and Schindler finished the roping with a time of 34.73 seconds on four steers and earned $4,912, trophy Cowboy Gold saddles and a National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “Kenny doesn’t go to a lot of USTRC ropings, but we rope when we can,” said Schindler. Schindler started roping late in life, but enjoys the sport and everything it has to offer. “I like to heel and don’t head at all. I started when a friend approached me in 1998 when I was too old to

start,” said Schindler. “I actually threw my first few loops at the head and once you catch and dally up on a steer, I don’t care who you are you will be hooked. I realized I like to heel after that and switched over to the heel side. Some people think I actually rope better than I do because I rope on the corner. I rope that way because I can get my dally there. I am really an all or nothing kind of roper. If I track up things start happening too fast and I cannot dally.” The Central States Showdown was a roping that you didn’t want to miss. Herb Snow and his crew insured that everyone enjoyed themselves and had a great time. n

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#11 Kelly Eaves (Lonedell, MO) / J. R. Henderson, Jr. (De Soto, MO), 34.73 on 4, $3,706, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#13 Lauren K. Glasco (Anna, IL) / George T. Eldridge (Wynne, AR), 30.90 on 4, $2,686, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Justin T. Katen (Foristell, MO) / Ty Ferrell (Sikeston, MO), 31.78 on 4, $3,240, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

CENTRAL STATES SHOWDOWN â&#x20AC;˘ Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

$2,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Jeff Schneider Benton, MO Justin Gossett Pollard, AR Jeff Schneider Benton, MO Ty Ferrell Sikeston, MO John Alley Adams, TN Derrick D. Crawford Lebanon, TN #13 Doug Hinkle Lewistown, MO Terry G. Durbin Witt, IL Hunter Grantham Jackson, MO Justin Gossett Pollard, AR #12 Heath A. Pickerill Rolla, MO Ben A. Runyon Tallula, IL Nathan A. Ponder Troy, MO Jason Stroup Cape Girardeau, MO Roscoe Keesling Perry, KS Antonio P. Savedra Shawnee, KS #11 Don B. Jones Wagoner, OK Larry G. Jones Wagoner, OK Jase Mixer Camp Point, IL Tony A. Schindler Frankford, MO Tyler Petersen Sprasueville, IA Jeff S. Penning Winthrop, IA

#10 Tyler Petersen Sprasueville, IA Jeff S. Penning Winthrop, IA Jase Mixer Camp Point, IL Tony A. Schindler Frankford, MO Gary A. Page Hillsboro, IA Jon Rowland Salem, IA #9 Nathan Mohar Stillman Valley, IL Bob J. Mohar Stillman Valley, IL Cody Whitten Ash Flat, AR Tyler Jackson Salem, AR Tory Chasteen Columbia, MO Jake Laughlin Vienna, MO

$6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Omar Alvarado Odessa, TX Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX #13 Lauren K. Glasco Anna, IL George T. Eldridge Wynne, AR

#12 Justin T. Katen Foristell, MO Ty Ferrell Sikeston, MO #11 Kelly Eaves Lonedell, MO J. R. Henderson De Soto, MO #10 Nathan A. Ponder Troy, MO Shawn D. Peetz Jackson, MO #9 Kenny York Marissa, IL Tony A. Schindler Frankford, MO #8 Cody Whitten Tyler Jackson Cody Whitten James Selchert Denny Wilson Dave A. Knott Joe Buchanan John B. Griffith Shane D. Subbert Dave Brown Jeff Day Ken Silver

Ash Flat, AR Salem, AR Ash Flat, AR New Underwood, SD Quincy, IL Robertsville, MO Urbana, OH Troy, MO Lamont, IA Salem, MO Pilot Grove, MO Warner, OK

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#9 Kenny York (Marissa, IL) / Tony A. Schindler (Frankford, MO), 34.74 on 4, $4,912, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#8 Cody Whitten (Ash Flat, AR) / James Selchert (New Underwood, SD), 27.46 on 3, $3,636, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Nathan A. Ponder (Troy, MO) / Shawn D. Peetz (Jackson, MO), 32.50 on 4, $5,366, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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CHISHOLM TRAIL CLASSIC

Roping Gross s $372,895 Roper’s Pot s $257,288 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Open Cole R. Morgan (Ada, OK) / Jerry M. Skaggs (Denison, TX), 39.30 on 5, $3,702

he Chisholm Trail Pavilion in Enid, Oklahoma is the perfect home for the Chisholm Trail Classic hosted by Jeff and Cindy Smith. The event took place August 28-30, 2009 and welcomed over 2,110 teams to town for the annual competition. Ropers competed for well over $245,000 in cash and prizes over the duration of the event. For one young team roper is was a dream come true. Ty Casper from Balko, Oklahoma made his mark on the event by taking home $6,926, two National Shoot-Outs worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings and a brand new trophy Martin saddle. “The roping in Enid was good and we 130 / OCTOBER 2009

decided to go because we had a free weekend with no junior rodeos,” said Casper. “I am sure glad we went.” The sixteen-year-old header teamed up with Derrick Jantzen to win the Average of the #11 Division. The team roped four steers in 32.88 seconds and took home $7,702, trophy Martin saddles and a National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “Derrick and I rope together at the junior rodeos and so we rope a lot,” said Casper. “He is a good run and I like roping with him.” Casper was not finished as he teamed up with heeler Marty Nicholson. They won the fast time of the first rotation with a time of 7.21 seconds and

qualified for the short round. They finished the four head Average with a time of 35.36 seconds and placed second in the main Average. They took home $5,550 and a National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “Mr. Nicholson only lives about 30 minutes from where I live,” said Casper. “Even though he lives close, we haven’t roped together much. He is a good roper and I liked roping with him.” Casper is a sophomore at Balko High School and enjoys calf roping as well as team roping. “I probably like to rope calves the most,” said Casper. “I just really like to rope anything.” Casper also plays football and

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#15 Jay Pillars (Beaver, OK) / Braden Harmon (Mustang, OK), 37.35 on 5, $3,510, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

basketball and is very active in sports. “I play football and basketball so that makes it hard to practice roping sometimes, but I try to practice when I get out of ball practice.” Casper owes his success and

knowledge of roping to his parents. He is also grateful that he has a good horse. “My parents taught me how to rope and I just love the sport,” said Casper. “I like to rope and we rope as a family, so that makes it even better.”

The Chisholm Trail Classic was an outstanding event and one that Ty Casper will not soon forget. It was his chance to make his mark in the team roping world and the first step in a very long team roping career. n

CHISHOLM TRAIL CLASSIC • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

$2,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Tim A. Fanning Ramona, OK Antonio P. Savedra Shawnee, KS Chase W. Boekhaus Rolla, KS Keagan Duncan Odessa, TX Andrew E. Ward Edmond, OK Tanner L. Braden Alva, OK #13 David B. Riley Maysville, OK Jeremy J. Stewart Fox, OK David B. Riley Maysville, OK Gage Williams Foster, OK #12 Mike Rexwinkle Edna, KS Lane M. Reeves Wann, OK Micah L. Lynch Meeker, OK Cade Passig Capitan, NM Mark A. Rogers Shawnee, OK Gary Allen Pauls Valley, OK #11 Tanner M. Tobiason Fairmont, OK Christopher L. Smith Fairmont, OK Ralph M. Hudgins Laverne, OK Jerry Skaggs Apache, OK Jeff Weil Wann, OK Lane M. Reeves Wann, OK Travis Garrison Cleveland, OK

Wendell Krebs Sand Springs, OK Walter L. Mainka Foster, OK Jade L. Thompson Ratliff City, OK Daren W. Wright Dodge City, KS Nate J. Kuhn Greensburg, KS #9 Walter L. Mainka Foster, OK Jade L. Thompson Ratliff City, OK Tim Hartley Reydon, OK Brady H. Lutz Apache, OK Rickey C. Getman Stratford, OK Phil Jennings Pauls Valley, OK

$6,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Jay Pillars Beaver, OK Braden Harmon Mustang, OK #13 Hunter C. Munsell Woodward, OK Reagan G. Ward Edmond, OK #12 Troy Arnold Enid, OK Jerry Skaggs Apache, OK #11 Ty B. Casper Balko, OK

Derrick Jantzen Ames, OK James G. Martin Byars, OK Kevin Wyche Roff, OK #10 Stephanie R. Elliott Yukon, OK Christopher L. Smith Fairmont, OK Ty B. Casper Balko, OK Marty D. Nicholson Perryton, TX #9 Carl C. Cantrell Bristow, OK Gene Rowland Mounds, OK Tim L. Nail Blanchard, OK Josh Pettit Pocasset, OK Troy Miller Hinton, OK Chase Johnson Hinton, OK #8 Caleb Ford Ardmore, OK Bradley P. Johnson Fox, OK Mark Aguilar Mooreland, OK Wayne Simpson Enid, OK Ted L. Bowser Nowata, OK Rocky Dees Seneca, MO Denema Merrell Choctaw, OK Randy L. Suiter Macksville, KS Kenny Ray Hopkins Yukon, OK Brandi F. Cook Coffeyville, KS Lucio Fierro Hennessey, OK Myron D. Coulter Aline, OK

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#13 Hunter C. Munsell (Woodward, OK) / Reagan G. Ward (Edmond, OK), 31.08 on 4, $4,044, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#12 Troy Arnold (Enid, OK) / Jerry Skaggs (Apache, OK), 34.53 on 4, $4,678, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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#11 Ty B. Casper (Balko, OK) / Derrick Jantzen (Ames, OK), 32.88 on 4, $7,702, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

#10 Stephanie R. Elliott (Yukon, OK) / Christopher L. Smith (Fairmont, OK), 34.95 on 4, $8,880, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

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PINE COUNTRY CLASSIC

Roping Gross s $322,680 Roper’s Pot s $211,449 (INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline s $20,250 Return to Roper s 71.8%

he Pine County Classic is a great Labor Day team roping event and one that everyone enjoys. The weather is beautiful, the team roping action is great and the fellowship among ropers, friends and family is even better. The event is held at the Fort Tuthill County Fairgrounds in Flagstaff, Arizona and ropers come from all over to enjoy all the amenities. Paxton Cooper made the trip with his family from Panguitch, Utah to try his hand at some USTRC style team roping. “This was a really fun roping,” said 136 / OCTOBER 2009

Open Tanner E. Bryson (Cornville, AZ) / Nick Sarchett (Phoenix, AZ), 41.91 on 5, $3,392

Cooper. “We go every year as a family and just make a vacation out of it.” Cooper teamed up with Dusty Pulsipher to win fourth in the main Average of the #12 Division. The pair roped four steers in 33.76 to accomplish the task. “Dusty and I just started roping together this year and we have done some good,” said Cooper. “He is a really good guy and I love roping with him.” In the #10 Division the 16-year-old header teamed up with Chet Pulsipher to claim first in the Average. The team

caught their four steers in 37.33 seconds to take home $7,886, trophy Martin saddles and a National Shoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “This was the first time I have ever roped with Chet,” said Cooper. “This was also my first USTRC saddle and it was really exciting to win it. It is in the living room right now, but I am going to ride it.” Cooper continued his winning ways in the #9 Division where he and his cousin Zack Orton finished fourth in the main Average. They earned the victory

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#15 Cooper Wimberly (Moriarty, NM) / Pedro Maestas (Los Lunas, NM), 42.76 on 5, $2,820, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each

by catching four steers in 46.84 seconds. Cooper also placed fourteenth in the main Average with heeler Doug Tebbs. Cooper is hoping to attend the Cinch USTRC National Finals of Team Roping (NFTR). “I hope we get to go to the Finals,” said Cooper. “I have never roped there, but I have watched my bothers Nathan and Justin rope there. It will be so exciting to go and rope there. It was just exciting to watch, so I cannot imagine how it must be to rope.” Cooper is a sophomore at Panguitch High School and enjoys team roping and wrestling. “I like roping the best but I do a little wrestling as well,” said Cooper. “I wrestle in the winter when it is too cold to rope.” The Pine Country Classic welcomed ropers from all over to compete. It was a great holiday weekend for some camping, roping and time spent with family and friends. If you missed out on the Labor Day team roping action in Flagstaff, Arizona you will want to mark your calendars for next year, because it is one USTRC team roping you don’t want to miss. n

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$2,000 Flex Earnings Awarded Per Team #15 Whip S. Lewis Queen Creek, AZ Cody Pearson Tucson, AZ Chet Pulsipher Moapa, NV Dusty Pulsipher Moapa, NV Cody L. Runyan Silver City, NM Chad Robert Steele Alamo, NV #13 Chad J. Crume Grants Pass, OR Alan Hall St. George, UT Emanuel Nastacio Phoenix, AZ Rafael Murphy Winslow, AZ #12 Bryce Runyan Silver City, NM Cody L. Runyan Silver City, NM John C. Reese Kanab, UT Alan Hall St. George, UT Bradley Whelan Amado, AZ Steven O. Gaona Winkelman, AZ Sunny Yazzie Ganado, AZ Jason Todd Dejolie Tonalea, AZ #11 Roger B. Jones Yatahey, NM Randy Thomas Gallup, NM Cody S. Goldtooth Page, AZ Cody Burnside Mesquite, NV Zing Shepherd Flagstaff, AZ Robert R. Orozco El Paso, TX

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Winners of the Jr. Looper contest at the Chisholm Trail Classic were all treated to championship Gist buckles. They included Gunner Stapleton in the 10 to 12 division, Cade Pearson in the 8 to 9 division, as well as Zach Nicholson in the 6 to 7 division and Jaedyn Getman in the 5 & under division.

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The High Plains Regional Finals was packed with tons of team roping action, including the younger crowd who gathered to compete in the Jr. Looper contest for great prizes, including Gist buckles to the winners. Jake Beard took home the championships in the 10 to 12 division. He was joined by Daniel Harding in the 8 to 9 division, Trey Adams in the 6 to 7 division and Brody Frye in the 5 & under division. All entrants received t-shirts compliments of Cheyenne Frontier Park and Steer Crazy, and roping gloves compliments of SSG Gloves.

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The LoneStar Regional Finals held a great Jr. Looper event filled with lots of future team roping talent. Winners of the event included Chance Berward in the 10 to 12 division, Grace Noel Hawkins in the 8 to 9 division, Haze Murphy in the 6 to 7 division and Brock Rouse in the 5 & under division.

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The Pine Country Classic once again hosted a great Jr. Looper contest. Trent Wood was the big winner, taking home the 10 to 12 division championship. He was joined by Jerome Chee who won the 8 to 9 division, as well as Rance Nez who took the championship in the 6 to 7 division and Tyler Shorty who was the winner of the 5 & under division.

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The Southeast Regional Finals was the place to be if you enjoy team roping, or if you are one of the many younger ropers who wanted to have a chance to win in the Jr. Looper contest. The event was filled with lots of great ropers including Luke Hinson who won the 10 to 12 division, Austin Berigger, winner of the 8 to 9 division, Wyatt Allen who took home the championship in the 6 to 7 division and Summer Williams, winner of the 5 & under division.

The Southwest Regional Finals Jr. Looper contest was filled with a whole lot of young ropers who were ready for competition. In the end Nathaniel Woodie took the win in the 10 to 12 division while O.J. Edwards won the 8 to 9 division, Luis Mendiaz was the champion of the 6 to 7 division and Ashantay Griffin was the big winner of the 5 & under division.

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Rope Selection Check the Weather Before you Grab Your Rope Fall can be a great time to rope. The cooler temperatures allow you to get outside more and enjoy the sport. However, it can also bring uncertain temperatures that do play a factor in what rope you should grab out of your bag for the day; and in some cases, where the temperature changes drastically throughout the day, you may need a couple of ropes to use. The â&#x20AC;&#x153;kickâ&#x20AC;? in your rope is affected by temperature changes. Cold temperature relaxes the rope fibers (nylon) taking kick out of the loop. Heat, on the other hand, causes the fibers to shrink and tighten within the rope increasing the amount of kick in the loop. Therefore, check your rope, as well as the weather conditions surrounding your next roping event. Rope companies, such as Classic make and tie their ropes according to the seasons so that each rope is made with the right amount of twist put into the fiber and the right degree of kick is built into the loop. So buy and use your ropes during the same season.

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the fast ones they just didn’t have it together. Their practice had been humdrum to say the very least. Frustration hung in the air like the sour gas that seeps from a gas well.

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honestly don’t think it is just team ropers anymore. I just happen to think it must be men in general. They are unbelievable! You can’t live with them and you cannot live without them. Why is it they have to prove something all the time? Why is it they have to function with “EGO” written across the tops of their foreheads? Why is it they test themselves when no one cares and the outcome is irrelevant anyway? We had been in the practice pen all afternoon and Boss and his friend Tim had yet to catch a steer. For some reason they were having a bad day. It didn’t matter if it was the slow steer or

practice will be a better day for everyone.” “Have you lost your mind?” Boss hollered back with vengeance. “You don’t understand!” “Of course, I don’t,” I thought. I’ve only been out here for two hours now watching two crazy guys on horses try to throw a clothes line on a runaway bovine. What is there to understand? Finally Boss and Tim rode their horses back to the roping box and stepped off. “I don’t know what is wrong,” Tim said. “It is like we’ve never even done this before.” I failed to stifle an escaping snicker. Boss cut his eyes around and stared angrily. “You find this funny do you Gracie?” Boss scowled. I just smiled and shrugged. It was all Boss needed to fully vent his anger. When he slammed his hand against the metal chute gate he knew he had messed up. I stared in disbelief. The look on his face said it all. “It doesn’t hurt,” he said through clenched teeth. I just stared at his hand as it began to swell. “Oh my,” Tim said dumbstruck. “Boss it may be broke the way it is swelling.” Suddenly Buzzy came running because he wanted to see his dad’s swelling and bluish looking hand. June Bug was already crying at the thought of her dad being hurt. “For crying out loud, Tim,” Boss said with a contorted look on his face.

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“It ain’t broke!” Yea, right! It just looked smashed. It couldn’t possibly be broke especially since it had suddenly, in the heat of anger, come in close contact with an unmoving metal pipe on a roping chute gate. When you punch things that have no give things tend to break. Duh! I never said a word. I just silently watched it continue to swell and turn darker blue. Boss would have died and gone to hell before he would have admitted it hurt or admitting it might actually be broken. It has to do with being tough and manly. I think it actually has more to do with being stupid and manly. Men never admit to making mistakes or being hurt. They never admit to getting lost or not knowing the right answers. Then you add team roper to that formula and you have moron with a capital “M”. “Come on,” I said. “Let’s ice it and go get it x-rayed.” “Let’s finish roping,” he said defiantly. “Let’s not!” Tim argued rather meekly. Is that an oxymoron? I mean do you actually argue meekly. I think Tim was just hesitant about taking Boss on at this particular moment. Men! However, when Boss made the move to step up on his horse his tune changed. It was the same song but a very different verse but it changed regardless. It was now about cantaloupe size. He couldn’t even grip the saddle horn to mount. His knuckles and finger were suddenly distorted and indefinable. “It is broke, Boss!” I said matter of fact. “Now come on.” I started toward

the house. When I turned around he wasn’t following me. “Look, Mr.” I turned to face him. “You can walk with me to the truck or I can use your head horse to get you there! You make the choice!” Boss turned and looked at me. Then he turned and looked at Tim. Tim just sort of shrugged.

It is no wonder there is a bestselling book called Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus. Team ropers are just aliens to say the least. “I supposed you better go,” Tim whispered. “I’ve never seen Gracie use a horse to log a human but I have a feeling it sure won’t be a pretty sight. You might be in for more than a broken hand. I’ll unsaddle your horses, turn the steers out and watch the kids.” Like a whipped pup Boss followed me to the truck. It is no wonder there is a bestselling book called Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus. Team ropers are just aliens to say the least. I have a feeling they must be from Saturn or Jupiter or some other foreign port. I guess they ended up here at my house because they don’t allow team roping on whatever planet they are from. Smart move! Keep Ropin! Love Always, Gracie SUPERLOOPER MAGAZINE / 153

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ow do you put your mind around oppression for the common good and eminent domain? The explanation most times is â&#x20AC;&#x153;follow the money.â&#x20AC;? I lived in Colorado for many years. I have watched it grow from 2.9 million to 5.1 million, most of it on the suburban front range. Colorado has unparalleled beauty, an eco-sensitive majority and an under-the-radar abundant productive agricultural industry. The clash between country vs city grows with each new tourist who comes to visit and stays. What used to be a principled debate between â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;conservationistsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and ranchers and farmers has become a crass, closed-door battle between The GovernmentConservation-Realtor-Construction Complex and isolated bands of native defenders of private property rights. To wit, southeastern Colorado ranching communities vow to allow â&#x20AC;&#x153;Not One More Acre!â&#x20AC;? to be condemned, co-opted, coerced, seized or bamboozled by the government to expand Ft. Carson Military baseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s PiĂąon Canyon Maneuver Site at the expense of their homes and livelihood. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve all watched family residences condemned to allow shopping malls to be built. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen towns nationwide moved wholesale by dam construction or highways. Not to mention feedlots or dairies sued by cities that grew out around them. Colorado, our grand Colorado, has become the poster child for blatant efforts to beg, buy or steal water rights and land to supply the

Front Rangeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voracious growth. What are these Not-One-More-Acre ranchersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; chances of succeeding? If they were Eskimos or baby seals being routed from their habitat, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say a good chance. If they were Snail Darters, Spotted Owls, or Dolphins there would be a hue and cry in their defense. It is ironic that there are probably fewer ranchers than there are Blue Whales. Why not â&#x20AC;&#x153;SAVE the RANCHERS!â&#x20AC;? They are the truly endangered species. But to understand what is at stake you must put yourself in their position. Imagine you are a painter and the government decrees you must offer up all your lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work to be destroyed. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t worry, Mr. Russell,â&#x20AC;? they say, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s some money, you can paint more.â&#x20AC;? How can they do that, you ask? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m sorry,â&#x20AC;? says the general, the politician, the real estate developer, the dozer driver, the lawyer, the wheeler dealer and the executioner, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way it is. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not personal.â&#x20AC;? ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NOT PERSONAL. Somehow they must think that absolves their conscience for taking their Judas 10%. But that may be the reason the ranchers will win. Because for them ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ALL PERSONAL. Their lives and livelihood and those of their children, their neighbors and their communities are in unexaggerated grave danger. Their determination should not be taken lightly. Someone once learned the hard way that if you back a mama bear in the corner, you better have your ducks in a row. And I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hear a lot of quacking. ja@not1moreacre.net www.baxterblack.com

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There was one weak spot in my freeway fence. We had what folks in Nebraska and Wyoming call a crick, and Californians correctly call a creek, running under the fence at one point, and in this spot I had hung what we call a water gap. You tie rocks to fence stays which holds the entire fence down low, over the creek. That way if it ever did rain around these parts ever again I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t lose a bunch of fencing and the cattle would still be corralled. The problem happens if you get a real gully washer. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why I was standing in the rain on the side of the highway being interrogated by a freshly minted member of the local law enforcement community. I think I was his first shakedown because he was shaking like a cat trying to pass a peach pit. You know that saying about grass being greener on the other side of the fence? Any place I run cows itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s true. The feed was getting a little short inside the cow

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ver the years we have talked about so many things that, believe it or not, they all seem to run together at times. Although most of them have been related to sports medicine and team roping we have had some that did not meet that criteria. Looking back at previous titles I have to chuckle at some and shudder at others but none the less the pages of this fine publication have been the avenue for me to tell you whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on my mind. So many of those times what was on my mind also happened to be on yours as well and by reading this little episode in futility it became the impetus for you to act on those thoughts. For some of you I hope this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s installment does the same. If you spend much time in the roping/rodeo world one thing becomes very apparentâ&#x20AC;Ś we like causes. Everything from benefits for someone who has fallen on hard times to the pinnacle of awareness, such as â&#x20AC;&#x153;Tough Enough to Wear Pink,â&#x20AC;? the cowboyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s answer to breast cancer awareness, there are many avenues to reach out. Who would have ever thought that one of Karl Stressmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wild ideas could transform an industry driven by denim into one of pink? Crazy but, none the less, it is what it is and the cure for breast cancer continues to be closer every day. So, once again, you must be wondering where I am headed with this. Well, to put it plain and simple, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re headed in a very â&#x20AC;&#x153;uncomfortableâ&#x20AC;? direction. I can still remember thinking when we started talking about breast

cancer awareness, we have to talk about womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s breasts. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Uncomfortableâ&#x20AC;? to say the least. But when I remembered that my mom, wife, daughters and the lady who launders and irons my shirts have breasts, it went from â&#x20AC;&#x153;uncomfortableâ&#x20AC;? to important. So keep that in mind as we finish this one out. Any man who has ever sat in a saddle knows one thing for certain. There are two types of guys. Those who have experienced a sudden â&#x20AC;&#x153;uncomfortablenessâ&#x20AC;? in their private area and those that will. There I said it. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s part of being a guy, part of roping and to be honest itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a part of life. Be it unfortunate and unpredictable it is part of the inherent risk that is associated with the sport. We have all sorts of ways of dealing with such situations ranging from utter embarrassment to one of manâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most unique opportunities for humility and humor. From singing soprano in the church choir to merely suffering a â&#x20AC;&#x153;groinâ&#x20AC;? injury it has a wide variety of presentations. When it happens women feel some sense of sympathy while men feel sympathy for even their most hated enemy. But none the less everyone feels a little â&#x20AC;&#x153;uncomfortableâ&#x20AC;? by the situation. Technically speaking such occasions are classified as â&#x20AC;&#x153;testicularâ&#x20AC;? injuries or episodes. If this were not a familyoriented magazine we could fill pages with the descriptive terms that could also describe such instances but like I said before, my momma is my biggest fan. Anyway back to the task at hand. The element of â&#x20AC;&#x153;testicularâ&#x20AC;? episodes in our

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British Columbia and I got to spend time with some ne of the down sides of the rodeo wonderful friends. But when all of those trips were over, business is the amount of travel. I used to you know what dawned on me? What I really love to do, drive my own truck about 60,000 miles a year, and what’s really fun to me, I was already doing it. Do I and that doesn’t include the times you travel with your want to go back and go to 70 rodeos again and battle it partner and the miles you spend in his truck as well. out for a spot at the NFR? Probably not! But to get up in Between rental cars, commercial airliners and private the morning and go out and feed my horses as the sun is planes, it seems like you’re on the go all the time. You start coming up, that’s awesome. To saddle a good, young horse to think that roping your second steer at Pendleton, and rope my sled and see him improve every day is Oregon on Wednesday morning then driving to probably one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done. Albuquerque, New Mexico for the performance on To look forward to an event and prepare for it and then go Thursday night is like going to the corner store for milk and get nervous because you have practiced and bread. Then you rope your hard and you know you have a chance to win, second steer on Friday night at is what it’s all about. Albuquerque and you enter Abilene, To saddle a good, I heard a story a long time ago about a Texas on Saturday just in case you farmer in Africa that was successful at what don’t make the finals at Pendleton. If young horse and rope he loved, but he had heard about other you do make the finals, you turn out people who had been finding diamonds all at Abilene, Texas and go back to my sled and see him over Africa. So, as the farmer was going Boise, Idaho or Portland, Oregon through his daily chores, he dreamed that because you can’t fly into Pendleton. improve every day is someday he would sell his farm and go You rent a car, and drive as fast as probably one of the looking for diamonds. The day finally came you can for the performance at 1 and that’s exactly what he did. He sold his p.m. on Saturday. After the most rewarding things farm and spent the rest of his life searching all performance, you drive back to throughout Africa, looking for diamonds. Portland or Boise and fly to El Paso, I’ve ever done. Finally broke and disappointed, he threw Texas for Sunday, if you were lucky himself into a river and drowned. Meanwhile, enough to find someone that would the guy that bought his farm found a large drive your horses from Albuquerque stone in a stream that cut through the property and to El Paso. That becomes your life and that travel schedule thought it was beautiful but had no idea what it was. One starts to become normal, but there’s nothing normal day a visitor stopped by and told the man that the stone about it. that was sitting on his mantel looked like a diamond, and For some strange reason, the last couple of years I liked the farmer told him that there were stones like that all driving by myself with the radio off. I would drive for over the property. It turned out that the farm was covered hours in silence, just looking around and thinking. I with diamonds and that piece of land became the largest would go by lakes and I would see people fishing and diamond mine in Africa. The first man had literally owned skiing and I would think, now that looks like fun. When I acres of diamonds and had sold them for practically would fly to Denver for the Stock Show in January, I would nothing so he could look elsewhere for what he thought see people getting their snow skis off the baggage carousel would make him happy. and I would think, that looks like fun as well. In the fall, I Most of us are standing in our own acres of diamonds would still be out there driving to another rodeo and but are always looking someplace else for happiness and hunters would be on their way to the mountains, and I opportunity when in truth we are surrounded by it. started to think that someday when I get through with all Everything we need is all around us if we will just look this, I’m going to do all those fun things. around and take advantage of what we already have. So, after December of last year, that’s exactly what I Until next month started doing. I felt like I needed to make up for lost time, Thanks for your time and I did as many vacation things as I could think of. I Walt Woodard went from the Florida Keys to Alaska and from Texas to

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ROPING CATTLE FOR LEASE $25/head per month Weatherford, Texas

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XIT Rangers Club 3100 FM 281 - Dalhart, TX 79022 Located on Lake Road

Three generations of KESTERs in the horseshoeing school business. OUR INSTRUCTORS are the most experienced teaching staff in the USA. They are all certified with the AMERICAN FARRIERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S ASSOCIATION. Regan Kester, CF with 25 years teaching at OSHS, Frank Dice, CF with 24 years teaching at OSHS and David Goodman, CJF with 15 years teaching at OSHS. We stake our reputation on our teaching staff. Twenty-two students per class with several hundred head of horses per class to be shod. At OSHS we know our graduates have the knowledge to start their own horseshoeing business. A very intense program consisting of 300 clock hours.

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OKLAHOMA STATE Horseshoeing School Give us a call at 800-634-2811 or email oshs@cableone.net. www.oklahomastatehorseshoeingschool.net 4802 Dogwood Road, Ardmore, OK 73401

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