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Will Travis of Diamond T Arena says, “We are soexcited to bring this event to Texas. The influx ofparticipants and spectators will be hugely beneficialto the Denton area. Additionally, having an eventthat is based around the kids is just amazing. We’reproud to have a hand in shaping the lives of thesefuture champions of calf roping.”

There are RV hook-ups and indoor and outdoorhorse stalls available on site and concessions will beavailable. For those looking to beat the heatbetween events, the Denton Water Works WaterPark is located just across the street from the arena.For more information about the Roy Cooper WorldChampionship Junior Calf Roping and registrationinformation, contact Diamond T Arena at 940/484-6101.

Diamond T Arena is a roughstock and equineevent facility located in Denton, Texas. With itswide array of services and features, Diamond Tplays host to roping, barrel racing and roughstockevents, futurities, trainings, schools, meetings,corporate events, parties and more. For moreinformation about the arena, future events orsponsorship availability, you may visit the websiteat www.diamondtranchandarena.com or call 940/484-6101.

Diamond T Arena Welcomes Roy Cooper’s Junior Calf RopingArena Plays Host to 26th Annual

World Championship Event

12 & Under - Boys & GirlsBreakawayThursday, July 8, 2010 - 9:00 a.m.$150 Entry Fee3 Head with Top 10 Short Go12 & Under - Tie Down RopingThursday, July 8, 2010 - 2:00 p.m.$150 Entry Fee3 Head with Top 10 Short Go13 to 15 - Girls BreakawayThursday, July 8, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.$170 Entry Fee3 Head with Top 10 Short Go13 to 15 - Boys Tie Down RopingFriday, July 9, 2010 - 9:00 a.m.$170 Entry Fee3 Head with Top 10 Short Go19 & Under - Girls BreakawayFriday, July 9th, 2010 - 4:00 p.m.$170 Entry Fee3 Head with Top 10 Short Go

Diamond T Arena is pleased to announce that theArena will be host to Roy Cooper’s 26thAnnual World Championship Junior Calf

Roping. The roping will be held July 8 – 10, 2010. Roy Cooper, an eight-time world champion roper,

is well known for shaping and teaching future ropers.The event is expected to draw more than 500 ropersages 19 and under from around the country, alongwith their families and event spectators.

Starting Saturday, July 10 at 9 a.m. is the WorldChampion Jr. Calf Roping, which has a $325 entryfee, 3 head with top 16 back for elimination rounds,“Slow 2 Ropers Eliminated Each Round”! Theadditional event lineup is as follows:

6 • JULY 2010

Twenty-five years have comeand gone since the idea for“a special calf roping where

the young ropers of the countrycould all get together to showcasetheir talent” was put into motion.The names of the winners in thepast years read like a who’s whoof the present-day professionalcalf ropers. Putting together this“silver anniversary edition” offeredsome new challenges. Barry hadheart surgery in January, severalstates scheduled their Jr. HighState Finals the same week in Mayand, added to that, an alreadytough economy. It seems all thechallenges were met as 625 entriescompeted for a payoff of over

$62,000 plus saddles, ropingequipment, and a full line ofcowboy attire from hats to boots.As an added feature to this year’sRoundup, the voice of a talented,young announcer from Oklahoma,Garrett Yerrigan, was called uponto provide some entertainmentand professionalism for theRoundup. He did a great job andeveryone really enjoyed him.The Roundup started off with

the 13 – 15 Tiedown roping atnoon on Friday, with ninty-onecontestants. The first roper out,Dublin, Texas roper, AaronCalloway, was told by Barry hehad a great calf and he used himlike a pro, tying him in 9.08 to

win that go round. The fastest calfof this roping came in the secondgo when Stephenville, Texascowboy, Marty Yates, tied one in8.98 to win that round. In thethird round, Colby Jenkins, Call,Texas, made his move, tying hiscalf in 9.53 to win that round andtake over the lead in the Average.His fourth-place win in the shortgo gave Colby a 44.66 on four andthe championship saddle.As is tradition, Saturday

morning is time for the 12 &Under Tiedown. The first goround was won by Hondo Harris,Agua Dulce, Texas, with his 14.73,but Westyn Hughes, Caldwell,Texas, proved to be the man of thehour as he placed on every calfand won the Average with a56.15. Dublin, Texas cowboy, SyFelton, captured the short go witha rapid 12.68 to move from fourthto second in the Average. Thefastest calf of the roping wasturned in by Westyn Hughes withhis 12.28 in the third go round.While the little ropers are the

main event in the coliseum, the 13– 15 Breakaway ropers are turningin some quick times in the number2 arena. Pawhuska, Oklahomaroper, Tyler Milligan, started offhot by winning the 1st round witha 2.88 and then won second inround two with a 2.85. RyderGann, Tahlequah, Oklahoma, wonthe 2nd round with his 2.82. As hehas done in the past, Stephenville,Texas cowboy, Marty Yates, wonthe 3rd round with a rapid 2.45and then got even faster in theshort go with a 2.29 to win theround and take the Average withthe time of 12.83on four head.On Sunday we always start off

thanking the Lord for all his

Barry Burk Roping Roundup Celebrates 25th Anniversary

16-19 Boys Tiedown Roping champion,Justin Parke from Gooding, Idaho


19 & Under Girls Breakaway Champion,Kaity Beaty from Ponca City, Oklahoma

blessings. Talented singer andcontestant’s mom, ChristyMcGuire and Barry’s buddy, BigRick Eggenburg, filled the coliseumwith beautiful music and atremendous message was deliveredby Pastor Marty Brock.

After a great church service, itwas time for the 19 & Under GirlsBreakaway as 133 young ladieswere ready to rope. The 1st roundwas won by Ponca City, Oklahomacowgirl, Kaity Beaty, with a time of2.72, which would be the fast timeof the roping. In round number 2,Merryville, Louisana roper, PaigePlush, was the winner with her2.91. TiAda Gray, Lovington, NewMexico, trying to redeem herselffrom a broken barrier in round 2,turned in a 2.80 to win the 3rdround. Kaity Beaty came into theshort go in the lead and sealed thedeal by winning that round with atime of 3.43 to take thechampionship. Her average time of12.68 will go into the record booksas the second fastest time in 25years of the Roundup.

In arena number 2 on Sundayafternoon, the 12 & UnderBreakaway roping was the eventto watch. The first round went toMt. Home, Texas roper, DakotaFelton with a 3.04. Round number2 was won by Ty Iselt, Lincoln,Texas with his speedy 2.91. In thethird round, Tiedown Champion,Westyn Hughes, put it away withthe fastest time of the roping, a2.88. In rounds 2 and 3, CooperLee, Quitman, Arkansas, had beengetting checks and came into theshort go in the lead in theAverage. His second-place time of3.33 in the short go gave him thevictory in the Average with a timeof 14.37 on four head. As afootnote to this event, it has to bementioned that seven-year-old,Cinch Moody, Stephenville, Texas,was one of the only twenty-onecontestants out of 103 entries thathad time on all three head prior tothe short round.

Monday, Memorial Day, bringson the fast and the furious 16 – 19Boys Tiedown Roping. Reese

Riemer, Stinnett, Texas, was thefastest of the 142 contestants inround number 1 with his 8.54. Itwent down to the last roper todeclare the winner of roundnumber 2 as Heath Thomas,Hemphill, Texas turned in the timeof 8.81. Round number 3 is usuallywhen the fastest time of the daycomes but not this year. Tomball,Texas roper, Wes Wyrick, capturedthe round with his 8.68 which letthe 8.54 of Reese Riemer in roundnumber 1 claim the honor ofhaving the fastest time. While allthis had been happening, JustinParke of Gooding, Idaho had beenjust roping solid, putting short 10-second runs together. He cameinto the short go leading theAverage but all fifteen ropers wereseparated by only a little overthree seconds. The short go waswon by Pleasanton, Texas roperCody Lawrence with a 8.79 tomove him into the lead in theAverage. Justin roped his final calfin the solid style he had shown allday in the time of 9.18 for 3rd inthe round and 1st in the Averagewith a time of 39.58 on four head.A new Tod Slone Championshipsaddle and a pocketfull of moneymade the trip back to Idaho a lotmore pleasant.

As we bring another BB RopingRoundup to a close, a big pat onthe back goes to the Alpha GamaRho fraternity boys from Texas A & M Commerce and theirsponsor Dr. Flavio Ribeiro whomanned the stall office andprovided all the chute help. For agood roping the cattle are the mainingredient and a great job was doneby Mark Holder for the 12 & Undercalves and by Glen Robinson forthe calves for the other age groups.

With the tough economypresenting challenges on everycorner, a big Thank You goes outto the following sponsors whoreally make this roping a success:Ardmore Tourism Authority,Bailey Motors, Brooks-Maberry,Inc., Choctaw Casino & Resort,Cinderella Horses, Circle MTrailers, Diamond T Arena,

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13-15 Tiedown Roping Champion,Colby Jenkins from Call, Texas

Durham Trailer Ranch, Fast BackRopes, Gilchriest Calf Chutes,Holiday Inn, Joplin RegionalStockyards, Jud Little Ranch, Justin Boots/Justin Discount Boots,Oxbow Tack, Priefert, Resistol HatCo., Rodeway Inn, SchwalbeTrucks, Tod Slone Saddlery, Willard Rope Co., and Wrangler.

2010 Barry BurkChampionship Jr. RopingRoundup Results

12 & Under Breakaway103 entries1st Go Round1. Dakota Felton, Mt. Home, TX, 3.04, $298; 2. Jay Terrell, Magnolia, TX, 3.22, $247; 3. Clint Kelley, Tahlequah, OK, 3.36, $170; 5. Elise Guillory, Duplessis, LA, 3.36, $170; 6. Carter Gurrola, Ardmore, OK, 3.40, $93; 7. Logan Cook, Alto, TX, 3.70, $26; 7. Ty Harris, San Angelo, TX, 3.70, $26

2nd Go Round1. Ty Iselt, Lincoln, TX, 2.91, $298; 2. Cooper Lee, Quitman, AR, 3.27, $247; 3. Ryan Sutton, Bismark, AR, 3.42, $196; 4. Quade Hiatt, Canyon, TX, 3.44, $144; 5. Jonathan Shaw, Midland, TX, 3.48, $93; 6. Tyler West, Mertzon, TX, 3.56, $52

3rd Go Round1. Westyn Hughes, Caldwell, TX, 2.88, $298; 2. Kolton Vaughan, Bossier City, LA, 3.26, $247;3. Justin Smith, Evans, LA, 3.28, $196; 4. Cooper Lee, Quitman, AR, 3.30, $144; 5. Jay Terrell, Magnolia, TX, 3.34, $93; 6. Ty Iselt, Lincoln, TX, 3.60, $52

4th Go Round1. Jay Terrell, Magnolia, TX, 3. 11, $298; 2. Cooper Lee, Quitman, AR, 3.33, $247; 3. Ryan Sutton, Bismark, AR, 3.63, $196; 4. Hagan Houck, Byers, TX, 3.80, $144; 5. Bryton Edmondson, Henyretta, OK, 3.98, $93;6. Quade Hiatt, Canyon, TX, 4.03, $52

Average1. Cooper Lee, Quitman, AR, 14.37, $597; 2. Ryan Sutton, Bismark, AR, 15.52, $494; 3. Hagan Houck, Byers, TX, 16.35, $391; 4. Logan Cook, Alto, TX, 17.01, $288; 5. Bryton Edmondson, Henryetta, OK, 18.21, $185;6. Quade Hiatt, Canyon, TX, 18.51, $105

12 & Under Tiedown68 entries1st Go Round1. Hondo Harris, Agua Dulce, TX, 14.73, $197; 2. Kolton Vaughan, Bossier City, LA, 15.53, $163;3. Hagan Houck, Byers, TX, 15.76, $129; 4. Zack Jongbloed, Iowa, LA, 16.60, $95; 5. Westyn Hughes, Caldwell, TX, 16.75, $61; 6. Trevor Ludkte, Athens, TX, 17.51, $35

2nd Go Round1. Westyn Hughes, Caldwell, TX, 13.00, $197;

2. Hagan Houck, Byers, TX, 13.04, $163; 3. Jay Terrell, Magnolia, TX, 14.08, $129; 4. Clint Kelley, Tahlequah, OK, 14.17, $95; 5. Hondo Harris, Agua Dulce, TX, 14.73, $61; 6. Colt Richards, Yoakum, TX, 14.80, $35

3rd Go Round1. Westyn Hughes, Caldwell, TX, 12.28, $197; 2. Ty Harris, San Angelo, TX, 12.68, $163; 3. Sy Felton, Dublin, TX, 14.73, $129; 4. Hagen Houck, Byers, TX, 15.21, $78; 5. Raeben Meyer, Washington, TX, 15.21, $78; 6. Justin Smith, Evan, LA, 15.64, $35

4th Go Round1. Sy Felton, Dublin, TX, 12.68, $197; 2. Westyn Hughes, Caldwell, TX, 14.12, $163; 3. Zack Jongbloed, Iowa, LA, 14.52, $129; 4. Corley Sirman, Pollock, TX, 17.38, $95; 5. Ryan Sutton, Bismark, AR 17.39, $61; 6. Michael Rochelle, Bennington, OK, 18.33, $35

Average1. Westyn Hughes, Caldwell, TX, 56.15, $394; 2. Sy Felton, Dublin, TX, 69.07, $326; 3. Ryan Sutton, Bismark, AR, 80.16, $258; 4. Zack Jongbloed, Iowa, LA, 81.15, $190; 5. Hondo Harris, Agua Dulce, TX, 81.82, $122; 6. Trent Turner, Lufkin, TX, 82.74, $70

13-15 Breakaway88 entries1st Go Round1. Tyler Milligan, Pawhuska, OK, 2.88, $382; 2. Tanner Irish, New Waverly, TX, 2.95, $316; 3. Samantha Little, Hackberry, LA, 3.11, $250;4. King Pickett, Terry, MS, 3.17, $184; 5. Ryan Rule, Blue Ridge, TX, 3.23, $94; 6. Bailey Thurston, El Reno, OK, 3.23, $94

2nd Go Round1. Ryder Gann, Tahlequah, OK, 2.82, $382; 2. Tyler Milligan, Pawhuska, OK, 2.85, $316; 3. Keaton Denio, Cameron, TX, 2.98, $250; 4. Reid Weber, Waukomis, OK, 3.05, $184; 5. Mason Carter, Checotah, OK, 3.09, $118; 6. King Pickett, Terry, MS, 3.16, $70

3rd Go Round1. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX, 2.45, $382; 2. Reid Zapalac, Smithville, TX, 2.59, $316; 3. Quinton Inman, Ketchum, OK, 3.01, $250; 4. Brody Braden, Horatio, AR, 3.06, $184; 5. Sierra Shoulders, Jennings, OK, 3.14, $94; 6. Whitney DeSalvo, Springfield, AR, 3.14, $94

4th Go Round1. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX, 2.29, $382; 2. Aaron Calloway, Dublin, TX, 2.74, $316; 3. Emily Engelmann, Caldwell, TX, 2.85, $250;4. Quinton Inman, Ketchum, OK, 2.89, $184; 5. Ty Cochran, McAlester, OK, 2.93, $118; 6. Rebecca Dupont, Bell City, LA, 3.09, $70

Average1. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX, 12.83, $765;


13-15 Breakaway Champion,Marty Yates of Stephenville, Texas

2. Quinton Inman, Ketchum OK, 13.61, $567; 3. Aaron Calloway, Dublin, TX, 13.61, $567; 4. Rebecca Dupont, Bell City, LA, 14.31, $369;5. Trenton Smith, Big Foot, TX, 14.63, $237; 6. Ty Cochran, McAlester, OK, 14.75, $135

13-15 Tiedown Roping91 entries1st Go Round1. Aaron Calloway, Dublin, TX, 9.08, $396; 2. Cade Goodman, Waelder, TX, 9.66, $328; 3. Tyson Arledge, Milano, TX, 10.35, $259; 4. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX, 10.74, $191; 5. Luke Madsen, Marshalltown, IA, 10.82, $123;6. Case Jones, Gatesville, TX, 10.91, $68

2nd Go Round1. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX, 8.98, $396; 2. Mason Bowen, Troup, TX, 9.91, $328; 3. Brody Braden, Horatio, AR, 10.44, $259; 4. Trey Johnson, Humbolt, KS, 10.78, $191; 5. Seth Cooke, Weatherford, TX, 10.84, $123; 6. Aubrey Waddle, New Waverly, TX, 11.20, $68

3rd Go Round1. Colby Jenkins, Call, TX, 9.53, $396; 2. Cole Caughern, McAlester, OK, 9.72, $328; 3. Tyson Arledge, Milano, TX, 10.21, $259; 4. Chris McCuistion, Collinsville, TX, 10.57, $191;5. Jaylyin Minor, Navasota, TX, 10.72, $123; 6. Marcus Theriot, Poplarville, MS, 10.74, $68

4th Go Round1. Mason Bowen, Troup, TX, 10.96, $396; 2. Ryan Rule, Blue Ridge, TX, 11.20, $328; 3. Dylan Gordon, Comanche, OK, 11.53, $259;4. Colby Jenkins, Call, TX, 11.60, $191;

5. Reid Zapalac, Smithville, TX, 11.67, $123; 6. Tanner Stec, Bassett, NE, 11.73, $68

Average1. Colby Jenkins, Call, TX, 44.66, $792; 2. Mason Bowen, Troup, TX, 45.16, $655; 3. Case Jones, Gatesville, TX, 47.49, $519; 4. Trey Johnson, Humbolt, KS, 52.73, $382; 5. Ryan Rule, Blue Ridge, TX, 54.91, $246; 6. Dylan Gordon, Comanche, OK, 55.61, $136

19 & Under Girls Breakaway133 entries1st Go Round1. Kaity Beaty, Ponca City, OK, 2.72, $694; 2. Harley Thomas, Hemphill, TX, 3.01, $575; 3. Sierra Shoulders, Jennings, OK, 3.04, $455; 4. Robi Jo Inman, Ketchum, OK, 3.05, $335; 5. Sierra Motley, Van Alstyne, TX, 3.12, $215; 6. Samantha Little, Hackberry, LA, 3.13, $120

2nd Go Round1. Paige Plush, Merryville, LA, 2.91, $694; 2. Kaitlynn Frey, Opelousas, LA, 2.97, $575; 3. Lucinda Fletcher, Knoxville,TN, 2.99, $455; 4. Taylor Jacob, Carmine, TX, 3.02, $335; 5. Callie Hewett, Branch, AR, 3.13, $215; 6. Cassidy Boggs, Cyril, OK, 3.23, $120

3rd Go Round1. TiAda Gray, Lovington, NM 2.80, $694; 2. Lakeyn Thomas, Grand Lake, LA, 2.85, $575;3. Nicole Espenson, Hart, TX, 3.00, $395; 4. Katey Anthony, Jal, NM, 3.00, $395; 5. Natalie Fletcher, Knoxville, TN, 3.01, $215; 6. Kirbie Crouse, Gallatin, MO, 3.03, $120

4th Go Round1. Kaity Beaty, Ponca City, OK, 3.43, $694; 2. Taylor Jacob, Carmine, TX, 3.52, $575; 3. Cassidy Boggs, Cyril, OK, 3.91, $455; 4. Abby Miller, Lake Charles, LA, 3.92, $335; 5. Darbi Montie, Bell City, LA, 4.03, $215; 6. Callie Hewett, Branch, AR, 4.07, $120

Average1. Kaity Beaty, Ponca City, OK, 12.68, $1,466;2. Callie Hewett, Branch, AR, 13.85, $1,213; 3. Taylor Jacob, Carmine, TX, 14.03, $960; 4. Cassidy Boggs, Cyril, OK, 14.56, $581; 5. Abby Miller, Lake Charles, LA, 14.56, $581; 6. Renee Hays, Bristow, OK, 15.49, $253

16-19 Boys Tiedown Roping142 entries1st Go Round1. Reese Riemer, Stinnett, TX, 8.54, $1,030; 2. Clint Nyegaard, Cuero, TX, 8.81, $852; 3. Regan Holcomb, Montgomery, TX, 8.91, $674;4. Jesse Clark, Portales, NM, 8.99, $497; 5. Will Howell, Stillwater, OK, 9.65, $319; 6. Blake Ash, Aurora, MO, 9.92, $178

2nd Go Round1. Heath Thomas, Hemphill, TX, 8.81, $1,030; 2. Tylen Layton, Copan, OK, 8.82, $852; 3. Colby Walkoviak, Anderson, TX, 8.84, $674; 4. Cody Goodman, Waelder, TX, 8.85, $497; 5. Heath Kocurek, Sealy, TX, 9.02, $319; 6. J.C. King, Bentonville, AR, 9.22, $178

3rd Go Round1. Wes Wyrick, Tomball, TX, 8.68, $1,030; 2. Bryson Sechrist, Apache, OK, 8.76, $852; 3. Tristan Mahoney, Florence, AZ, 8.82, $674; 4. Cory Solomon, Prairie View, TX, 9.03, $497; 5. Trace Porter, Leesville, LA 9.28, $319;

4th Go Round1. Cody Lawrence, Pleasanton, TX, 8.79, $1,030;2. Landyn Duncan, Foster, OK, 8.92, $852; 3. Justin Parke, Gooding, ID, 9.19, $674; 4. Justus Whitcher, Athens, TX, 9.52, $497; 5. Heath Kocurek, Sealy, TX, 9.59, $319; 6. Colby Walkoviak, Anderson, TX, 11.20, $178

Average1. Justin Parke, Gooding, ID, 39.58, $2,060; 2. Cody Lawrence, Pleasanton, TX, 41.28, $1,705; 3. Heath Kocurek, Sealy, TX, 41.81, $1,350; 4. Landyn Duncan, Foster, OK, 41.91, $995; 5. Colby Walkoviak, Anderson, TX, 42.44, $635;6. Cody McCartney, Ottawa Lake, MI, 42.90, $355

10 • JULY 2010

EE1. Edsel Rhodes Pueblo, CO $2,4102. Gene Hood Ruston, LA $1,8553. Don Mullins Arcadia, LA $1,1604. Kenneth Black Jacksonville, TX $1,1025. Mickey Nelson Proctor, TX $9306. John Boedeker Enid, OK $8887. Charley Rogers Hillsboro, AL $8538. Cleo Hearn Lancaster, TX $8259. Eddie Armstrong Henderson, TX $77910. Rody Ballard Combine, TX $75011. Bob Haygood Hockley, TX $71812. Doug Hammer Dublin, TX $65613. Greg Modesette McDade, TX $65014. Austin Elliott Arp, TX $60015. De’andre Jackson Crossett, AR $59216. Darrell Stone Stephenville, TX $56817. Rex Sandifer Elgin, TX $54918. Johnnie Mellman Hempstead, TX $54719. Krista Johnson Peyton, CO $51020. B.J. Huff Cuero, TX $42021. Dale Carroll Grapevine, TX $42022. Earl Howell Brady, TX $40423. Heath Lenderman Dumas, AR $39524. Jimmy Youngblood Huntsville, TX $39225. Bud Clemons Kersey, CO $390

01. Doug Hough Giddings, TX $1,3892. William Renfro Coahoma, TX $1,3563. Dalton Dewinne Helotes, TX $1,3504. Darryl Blackwell Snyder, TX $1,1445. Rex Bland Hawley, TX $9056. Tom O’Neal Choudrant, LA $8897. Galvin Rita Kiowa, CO $7208. Joe Morris Elgin, TX $6849. Mike S. Green Cedar Creek, TX $67810. Blake Bryant Hatchechubbee, AL $46911. David Gaston Saint Jo, TX $45512. Stephen Perry Freeport, TX $42413. Kyle Spacek Giddings, TX $41814. Jed Haby Iola, TX $41615. Randy Stone Stephenville, TX $41116. Trey Butler Natchez, MS $35817. Bobby Fritz Ponder, TX $35218. Don Mullins Arcadia, LA $351

19. Butch Myers Athens, TX $34520. Steven Mueller Cambridge, NE $32021. Garrett Bukowski Falcon, CO $32022. Walter Johnson Spring Branch, TX $31823. Terry Perkins Wharton, TX $28324. Rodney Chavez Belen, NM $28025. Hershell Neeley Dumas, AR $273

#11. Glenn Stuckey Kiowa, CO $2,3002. Don Scanga Fountain, CO $2,1203. Eddie Mills Katy, TX $9004. Kirk Stowers Tupelo, OK $7515. J.G. Marshall Elizabeth, CO $7406. Lonnie Jordan Hawley, TX $7227. Carl Cox Cameron, TX $6968. Kirk Dillard Orange, TX $6569. Donnie McQueen Mansfield, TX $63610. Mike McLaughlin Ft. Worth, TX $62411. Tyler Gifford Lenorah, TX $58312. Dan Johnson Kersey, CO $58013. Doug Johnson Peyton, CO $48014. Gary Reed Lake Charles, LA $45615. Dave Brock Springtown, TX $43216. Justin Murphy Anson, TX $42717. Junior Peek Trinidad, CO $42018. Mark Ivy Mt. Home, TX $38519. Shannon Duplantis Mire, LA $35820. John Guest Brownwood, TX $33121. Trey Dove Midland, TX $33022. Rodney Chavez Belen, NM $32023. C.J. Wolf Giddings, TX $31824. Scooter Scarbrough Florence, MS $31225. Dalton Dewinne Helotes, TX $280

#21. J.G. Marshall Elizabeth, CO $6402. Will Harrison Rio Vista, TX $6263. Lamarcus Payne Bastrop, LA $5204. Jacob Smith Abilene, TX $4505. Lex Christie Anson, TX $3556. Justin Stuckey Kiowa, CO $3407. Glenn Stuckey Kiowa, CO $3208. Kelly Wampler Magnolia, TX $3079. Junior Peek Trinidad, CO $26010. Ricky Lambert Wiggins, CO $24011. Terrell Ramsey Crystal Springs, MS $208

The top 10 high money winners in each division, ofeach quarter, will qualify for the USCRA World

Championship Finals this season that will be hostedduring the USCRA National Finals in Stephenville,

Texas. Each quarter a roper’s money will start over fora chance of ten new high money earners for a total of40 ropers to make up the World Championship Finals.A roper will only be able to win 2 positions for theWorld Championship Finals. After that it will dropdown to the next place to fill a tenth position.

12. Stephen Ball Skidmore, TX $17213. John Tibbets Rising Star, TX $16814. Justin Blasingame Calhan, CO $16015. Shannon Duplantis Mire, LA $15616. Crockett Carothers Stephensville, TX $15017. Cole Carpenter Girard, TX $13118. Kody Mahaffey Sweetwater, TX $11019. Clay Thornton Stephenville, TX $11020. Todd Whatley Blanket, TX $10521. Cody Brazzel Shreveport, LA $9122. Dalton Dewinne Helotes, TX $8023. Jerry West Warren, AR $7824. Don Scanga Fountain, CO $6025. Troy Nations Jackson, MS $52

#31. Darnell Johnson Pueblo, CO $2002. Justin Stuckey Kiowa, CO $1203. Jeremiah Peek Pueblo, CO $80

Breakaway1. Allan Johnson Calhan, CO $6002. Martha Beaver Abilene, TX $5703. Austin Elliott Arp, TX $4634. Kali Parker St. Francisville, LA $2665. Shelby Irick Stephenville, TX $2316. Joni Gabriel Lockhart, TX $2167. Taylor Booth Winnfield, LA $2158. Dwayne Pickett, Jr. Terry, MS $2149. Bobbi Lynn Bond Florence, MS $19010. Jill Collett Anson, TX $19011. Amy Lowry Olathe, CO $18012. Jesse Marshall Kersey, CO $18013. Bethany Hudspeth Jena, LA $14214. Shane Edwards Palmetto, LA $14215. Steven Mueller Cambridge, NE $12016. Kelsey Garcia-Thornton Midway, TX $11617. Tierra Gray Lovington, NM $11418. Kelly O’Neal Choudrant, LA $11019. Bonny Blasingame Calhan, CO $10520. Amanda Johnson Thibodaux, LA $10221. Emily Johnson Thibodaux, LA $8822. Allison Danley Graham, TX $7623. Jessica Mosher $6024. Kimberly Sanchagrin Florence, MS $4025. Paige Nevils $40


Each month, Loops will print a list of roperswho have won Showdown positions in the pastmonth. This report reflects the ropers who havewon a Showdown position from May 20 through

June 20, 2010. For a complete listing of allShowdown positions, please go to

www.uscra.com.

00Darryl Blackwell Snyder, TXTrey Butler Natchez, MSRodney Chavez Belen, NMDalton Dewinne Helotes, TXRobert Kasperski Erath, LAHershell Neeley Dumas, ARTom O’Neal Choudrant, LAWilliam Renfro Coahoma, TXGalvin Rita Kiowa, CO

1Dave Brock Springtown, TXCarl Cox Cameron, TXDalton Dewinne Helotes, TXShannon Duplantis Mire, LAKenny Harris Seale, ALMike McLaughlin Ft. Worth, TXGary Reed Lake Charles, LAGlenn Stuckey Kiowa, CO2Shannon Duplantis Mire, LALynden Judy Orange, TXJ.G. Marshall Elizabeth, COLamarcus Payne Bastrop, LA

BA-BMartha Beaver Abilene, TXTaylor Booth Winnfield, LAAllan Johnson Calhan, CODwayne Pickett, Jr. Terry, MSDave Veatch Florence, COEEJohn Boedeker Enid, OKBob Haygood Hockley, TXGene Hood Ruston, LABilly Hoover Bruceville, TXDon Mullins Arcadia, LAMickey Nelson Proctor, TXEdsel Rhodes Pueblo, CO

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Tiedown &Breakaway-BMembership - $100For EE, 00, #1, #2, #3 and Bkwy-B Ropers

A USCRA membershipallows ropers to compete at allregular USCRA ropings andqualifies roper to compete atthe year-end Showdown Finalsand World ChampionshipFinals. A roper that wins theaverage at any USCRA ropingearns a showdown position torope at the 2010 ShowdownFinals. The Showdown Finalswill host ropings in all 6divisions. Added money willbe collected from entry fees at

all USCRA ropings for theFinals. All roping divisions willalso have a WorldChampionship Finals.Qualifiers for the World Finalswill consist of the top 10money earners of each quarter.There will be 4 quarters forthe 2010 season. Endingmonths for these quarters willbe December, March, June andSeptember. Each quarter aroper’s money will start overfor a chance of ten new highmoney earners for a total of 40ropers to make up the WorldChampionship Finals. A roperwill only be able to win 2positions for the WorldChampionship Finals after thatit will drop down to the nextplace to fill a tenth position.

Added money will be collectedfrom entry fees at all USCRAropings for the Finals.

FamilyMembershipsFamily members are eligible

for a discount. The first familymembership is full price withadditional family memberreceiving a 50% discount.Family members are defined asspouse and/or child 19 yearsand under or siblings that areboth 19 years of age and underliving at home. A current tie-down member who alsocompetes in breakaway doesnot have to purchase anadditional membership.

2010 Membership Types

K Easy Way to Buy Your USCRA Card! - USCRA nowhas a payout system for the 2010 cards. You cannow pay $25 a weekend until you get the $100membership fee paid off. If you only come onetime during the season then that is all you pay, andyou can start over the next season. You have tohave your membership card purchased in full byAugust 1st to be eligible for the Finals.

K Format – Enter Twice! - The enter twice system willonly pertain to 1-head ropings for the remainder ofthe year. Any roping with more than one roundwill be enter once only.

K Saddle Roping - At the July 2-4, 2010 **Firecracker5 Header** roping in Stephenville, TX, averagewinners of the EE, 00, #1, and #2 will receive aTod Slone saddle. Check listings for details.

K USCRA Finals - The dates for the USCRA Finalsare September 16-19, 2010 in Stephenville, TX.

K Strad Energy Bonus Steer Winner - Glenn Stuckey,from Kiowa, CO, was the $1,000 Strad EnergyBonus winner in Pueblo, CO June 6, 2010.

Did You Know?

12 • JULY 2010


USCRA NATIONAL SPONSORS

Classic EquineThe Official Tack of the USCRA

1301 Weatherford Hwy.Granbury, TX 76048

800.654.7864; www.classicequine.com

Rattler RopesThe Official Rope of the USCRA1301 Weatherford Hwy., Granbury, TX 76048

800.654.7864; www.rattlerrope.com

Stephenville, Texas Chamber of Commerce

The Home of the USCRA FinalsP.O. Box 306,

Stephenville, TX 76401800.658.6490

www.stephenvilletexas.org

Martin SaddleryThe Official Saddle of the USCRA

1301 Weatherford Hwy.Granbury, TX 76048

800.654.7864; www.martinsaddlery.com

M.A.C. Precision Calf FeedsThe Official Feed of the USCRA“For Maximum Performance”

Made by: Mannsville Ag Center580-371-9588;

[email protected]

14 • JULY 2010

2010 Season USCRA RopingsJuly2-4, 2010 Stephenville, TX10-11, 2010 Pueblo, CO17-18, 2010 Giddings, TX

17-18, 2010 Lubbock, TX24-25, 2010 Kiowa, CO24-25, 2010 Graham, TXAugust7-8, 2010 Pueblo, CO14-15, 2010 Kiowa, CO

21-22, 2010 Canton, MS21-22, 2010 Lubbock, TX28-29, 2010 Graham, TXSeptember4-5, 2010 Vernon, TX4-6, 2010 Giddings, TX

These are the upcoming roping events on thecurrent schedule. More events could be added.

For schedule updates or changes, go to theschedule link on www.uscra.com before you haul.

2010 USCRA Schedules

July 2-4, 2010Firecracker 5 headerTod Slone saddles to the average winners of the EE, 00,#1, and #2.

STEPhENViLLE, TEXASLone Star Arena (Indoor Arena)

Friday, July 29 a.m. EE Roping Rounds 1-3 5 for $3001 p.m. 00 Roping Rounds 1-3 5 for $300

Satuday, July 38 a.m. EE Roping Rounds 4&5

B-Breakaway Roping 3 for $15000 Rounds 4&5

1 p.m. #1 Roping Rounds 1&2 5 for $3003 p.m. #2 Roping Rounds 1&2 5 for $300

Sunday, July 48 a.m. #1 Roping Rounds 3-5

B-Breakaway Roping 3 for $150#2 Roping Rounds 3-5

(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping) Produced By USCRA: 979-542-1239 orwww.uscra.comGPS Directions: 4696 N US Hwy 377 Stephenville, TX 76401Driving Directions: Located on Hwy 377 north ofStephenville. Plenty of stalls and hookups.

July 10-11, 2010PUEBLO, COLORADOCactus Creek Ranch Indoor Arena

Saturday, July 101 p.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $1251 p.m. Open Handicap Non-USCRA 3 for $100

00 Roping 3/short for $160#1 Roping 3/short for $160#2 Roping 3/short for $160Bkwy-B Roping 3 for $100#3 Roping 3/short for $160

Sunday, July 1110 a.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $12510 a.m. Open Handicap Non-USCRA 3 for $100

00 Roping 3/short for $160 #1 Roping 3/short for $160#2 Roping 3/short for $160Bkwy-B Roping 3 for $100#3 Roping 3/short for $160

(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping) Produced By Jr. Peek: 719-680-1756GPS Directions: 18550 Midway Ranch RoadPueblo, CO 81008Driving Directions: On I-25, 19 miles north ofPueblo (exit 119 – Midway). Take west frontage roadnorth to arena on west side halfway betweenColorado Springs and Pueblo on I-25. For stalls andhookups call 719-382-5601. Plenty of hookups or renta room in the bunkhouse for $35 per night.EE and Open Handicap: The EE and Open handicapwill run together alternating rounds.Strad Energy Series: There will be over 22 ropingsplus a finals held in Colorado. Added money andprizes will be awarded at the finals. You must attend(11) of the ropings to be eligible for the finals. ***Strad Energy $1000 Bonus per weekend***Non-USCRA: The Open handicap roping does notrequire a USCRA membership.

July 17-18, 2010GiDDiNGS, TXLCSP Covered Arena

Saturday, July 1710 a.m. #1 Roping 4 Head for $25012 p.m. #2 Roping 4 Head for $250

Sunday, July 1810 a.m. B-Breakaway 4 Head for $150

00 Roping 4 Head for $2501 p.m. EE Roping 4 Head for $250(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping)Produced By USCRA: 979-542-1239 orwww.uscra.comGPS Directions: 2591 Hwy 290 West Giddings, TX 78942Driving Directions: Located 3 miles west of Giddingson Hwy 290 west. Stalls and hookups available.

July 17-18, 2010LUBBOCk, TEXASTexas Tech Equestrian Center (Indoor Arena)

Saturday, July 179 a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165

Bkwy B Roping 3 for $15511 a.m. 00 Roping 3 for $1651 p.m. #1 Roping 3 for $165

#2 Roping 3 for $165#3 Roping 3 for $165

Sunday, July 189 a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165



(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping.)Produced By Wayne Needham: 806-681-1820GPS Directions: 5712 CR 1500 Lubbock, TX 79407Driving Directions: Take Brownfield highwayheading southwest out of Lubbock. Turn right onUpland Road to the next intersection, turn left on 50thStreet. Entrance is on CR 1500. Plenty of stalls and 6hook-ups.*Trailer Series. Visit www.wncalfroping.com for more info.

July 24-25, 2010 kiOWA, COLORADOSundown Arena

Saturday, July 24 1 p.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $125

Open Handicap Non-USCRA 3 for $10000 Roping 3/short for $160#1 Roping 3/short for $160#2 Roping 3/short for $160Bkwy-B Roping 3 for $100#3 Roping 3/short for $160

Sunday, July 2510 a.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $125


(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping)

Produced By Jr. Peek: 719-680-1756GPS Directions: 33555 CR 37 Kiowa, CO 80117Driving Directions: Approx. 2 miles west of Kiowa or7 miles east of Elizabeth on hwy 86, then north ½mile on CR 37. *Non-USCRA: The Open handicap roping does notrequire a USCRA membership.

July 24-25, 2010GRAhAm, TEXASYoung County Indoor Arena

Saturday, July 249:30a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165

Bkwy – B Roping 3 for $15511 a.m. 00 Roping 3 for $165

#1 Roping 3 for $165#2 Roping 3 for $165#3 Roping 3 for $165

Sunday, July 259:30a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165



(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping) Produced By Wayne Needham: 806-681-1820GPS Directions: 120 Barclay Blvd, Graham, TX 76450Driving Directions: Take Hwy 380E (Jackson Hwy)northeast out of Graham. Turn left (northwest) onBarclay Blvd. Arena is at the end of the street. Stallsand RV hookups available. For more information onarena, visit website at www.youngcountyarena.com.*Non-USCRA: The Bkwy-A ropings do not require aUSCRA membership.

August 7-8, 2010PUEBLO, COLORADOCactus Creek Ranch Indoor Arena

Saturday, August 71 p.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $125 1 p.m. Open Handicap Non-USCRA 3 for $100


Sunday, August 810 a.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $125 10 a.m. Open Handicap Non-USCRA 3 for $100


(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping) Produced By Jr. Peek: 719-680-1756GPS Directions: 18550 Midway Ranch RoadPueblo, CO 81008Driving Directions: On I-25, 19 miles north ofPueblo (exit 119 – Midway). Take west frontage roadnorth to arena on west side halfway betweenColorado Springs and Pueblo on I-25. For stalls andhookups call 719-382-5601. Plenty of hookups or renta room in the bunkhouse for $35 per night.

EE and Open Handicap: The EE and Openhandicap will run together alternating rounds.Strad Energy Series: There will be over 22 ropingsplus a finals held in Colorado. Added money andprizes will be awarded at the finals. You must attend(11) of the ropings to be eligible for the finals. ***Strad Energy $1000 Bonus per weekend***Non-USCRA: The Open handicap roping does notrequire a USCRA membership.

August 14-15, 2010 KIOWA, COLORADOSundown Arena

Saturday, August 14 1 p.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $125

Open Handicap Non-USCRA 3 for $10000 Roping 3/short for $160 #1 Roping 3/short for $160#2 Roping 3/short for $160Bkwy-B Roping 3 for $100#3 Roping 3/short for $160

Sunday, August 1510 a.m. EE Roping (will be ran with the open) 3 for $125


(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping) Produced By Jr. Peek: 719-680-1756GPS Directions: 33555 CR 37 Kiowa, CO 80117Driving Directions: Approx. 2 miles west of Kiowa or7 miles east of Elizabeth on hwy 86, then north ½mile on CR 37. *Non-USCRA: The Open handicap roping does notrequire a USCRA membership.

August 21-22, 2010CANTON, MISSISSIPPICanton Multi-Purpose and Equine Center

Saturday, August 2110 a.m. #3 Roping 3 for $12510:30 a.m. EE Roping 3 for $125

EE Roping *(2X) 1 for $25Open Handicap (non-USCRA) 3 for $125Bkwy-B Roping 4 for $100Open Bkwy (non-USCRA) *(2X)

Open to anyone 1 for $3000 Roping 3 for $12500 Roping *(2X) 1 for $40#1 Roping 3 for $125#1 Roping *(2X) 1 for $40#2 Roping 3 for $125#2 Roping *(2X) 1 for $40

Sunday, August 2210 a.m. #3 Roping 3 for $125

EE Roping 3 for $125EE Roping *(2X) 1 for $25Open Handicap (non-USCRA) 3 for $125Bkwy-B Roping 4 for $100Open Bkwy (non-USCRA) *(2X)

Open to anyone 1 for $3000 Roping 3 for $12500 Roping *(2X) 1 for $40#1 Roping 3 for $125#1 Roping *(2X) 1 for $40#2 Roping 3 for $125#2 Roping *(2X) 1 for $40

(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping.)Produced By David Reeves: 601-941-3828(2X): May enter two times. Driving Directions: From Jackson MS, on I-55 travelnorth for 20 miles to exit 118 and then take exit 118B– Nissan Parkway West, first right go 100 yards,

arena is on the right. Plenty of stalls and hookups.For reservations call 601-859-4830.Prizes: Saturday- At the completion of EE roping, allropers that did not place will run 1 Bonus calf with thefastest time winning $150 prize money, no Entry fee.Saturday continued- Roper’s Plus Roping Format-Top 3 Ropers in Each Division EE, 00, #1, and #2 willrun 1 calf each for $400 prize money. Ropers willrope against the fastest time of their division that day.All 12 ropers will rope together, will pay 2 places. NoEntry Fee, No Stock Charge. $5 added to entry feesfor prizes.

August 21-22 2010LUBBOCK, TEXASTexas Tech Equestrian Center (Indoor Arena)

Saturday, August 219 a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165



Sunday, August 229 a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165



(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping.)Produced By Wayne Needham: 806-681-1820GPS Directions: 5712 CR 1500 Lubbock, TX 79407Driving Directions: Take Brownfield highwayheading southwest out of Lubbock. Turn right onUpland Road to the next intersection, turn left on 50thStreet. Entrance is on CR 1500. Plenty of stalls and 6 hook-ups.*Trailer Series. Visit www.wncalfroping.com for more info.

August 28-29, 2010GRAHAM, TEXASYoung County Indoor Arena

Saturday, August 289:30a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165



Sunday, August 299:30a.m. EE Roping 3 for $165



(Ropings without start times will run immediately followingthe previous roping) Produced By Wayne Needham: 806-681-1820GPS Directions: 120 Barclay Blvd, Graham, TX 76450Driving Directions: Take Hwy 380E (Jackson Hwy)northeast out of Graham. Turn left (northwest) onBarclay Blvd. Arena is at the end of the street. Stallsand RV hookups available. For more information onarena, visit website at www.youngcountyarena.com.*Non-USCRA: The Bkwy-A ropings do not require aUSCRA membership.


2010 USCRA NATIONALCALF ROPING FINALSSchedule of Events

Semi-Finals Qualifying RopingShowdown FinalsWorld Championship Finals

Thursday, September 169 a.m. Arena 1 00 Semi-Finals and 00 World Finals

(rounds 1 & 2) - These 2 ropings will be runtogether. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followedby round 1 of the World Finals, round 2 & shortgo of the Semi’s then round 2 of World Finals.

9:30 a.m. Arena 2 EE Semi-Finals and EE World Finals(rounds 1 & 2) - These 2 ropings will be runtogether. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followedby round 1 of the World Finals, round 2 & shortgo of the Semi’s then round 2 of World Finals.

6 PM Hard 8 Pit BBQ Appreciation Party – open toall ropers and their family & friends. Free beer & margaritas.

Friday, September 17, 20109 a.m. Arena 1 EE Showdown Finals (1st round) &

EE World Finals (3rd round)Followed byEE Showdown Finals (2nd round)

12 PM Arena 2 00 Showdown Finals (1st round) & 00 World Finals (3rd round) Followed by00 Showdown Finals (2nd round)

3 PM Arena 1 EE Showdown Finals (3rd round &short go) Followed by 00 Showdown Finals(3rd round & short go)

Saturday, September 18, 20109 a.m. Arena 1 #1 Semi-Finals and #1 World Finals

(rounds 1 & 2) - These 2 ropings will be runtogether. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followedby round 1 of the World Finals, round 2 & shortgo of the Semi’s then round 2 of World Finals

9:30 a.m. Arena 2 #2 Semi-Finals and #2 World Finals(rounds 1 & 2) - These 2 ropings will be runtogether. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followedby round 1 of the World Finals, round 2 & shortgo of the Semi’s then round 2 of World Finals

1 p.m. Arena 2 Rattler Kids Dummy RopingBreakaway-B Semi-Finals and Breakaway-BWorld Finals (rounds 1 & 2) - These 2 ropingswill be run together. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followed by round 1 of the World Finals,round 2 & short go of the Semi’s then round 2of World Finals

Sunday, September 19, 20108 a.m. Arena 1 Church Service9 a.m. Arena 1 #1 Showdown Finals (1st round) &

#1 World Finals (3rd round) Followed by#1 Showdown Finals (2nd round)

11 a.m. Arena 1 #2 Showdown Finals (1st round) & #2 World Finals (3rd round) followed by#2 Showdown Finals (2nd round)

1 PM Arena 1 #1 Showdown Finals (3rd round &short go) Followed by #2 Showdown Finals(3rd round & short go) Followed by Breakaway-B Showdown Finals All Rounds andBreakaway-B World Finals (3rd round) Arena 1 Main arena with concession stand andskyboxes.Arena 2 The secondary arena. Located behindthe skyboxes.

16 • JULY 2010 CALF ROPINGS & ROPING SCHOOLS

Call-In Entries

979/542-1239 OR 979/542-2538Thursday, Sept. 9 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 10 - 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

You must call in and receive a confirmation number. Please do not leave a message on

voice mail–you must receive a confirmation number to be entered!

Fees, Formats & PrizesSemi-Finals: Open to all 2010 members who have competed at one or more USCRA ropings in 2010 season • $210 fee • Two full go-rounds with short-go • Custom buckles to Average winners with additional prizes to placings Showdown Finals: Winners of Showdown positions are eligible to compete • $160 fee • Two full go-rounds • Progressive third round and short-go • Added money to jackpot • Custom buckles and Martin saddles awarded to Average winners of EE, 00, #1, #2,#3 and Breakaway B ropings • Additional prizes to placings World Championship Finals: The top money earners from each quarter will receive a pre-determined prize that will be awarded at the Finals. The World Championship Finals will consist of the top 10 money earners from each quarter for a total of 40 ropers per division • $150 fee • Three full go-rounds • Added money to jackpot • Custom buckles to Average winners of the EE, 00, #1, #2, #3 and Breakaway-B ropings

Dress Code

Due to photographic and sponsorship endorsements, Western attire is required of all

participants in Finals events. Long-sleeved shirts, boots and hat are required in the arena.

Girls do not have to wear a hat.

Produced By USCRA 979/542-1239 • www.uscra.com

Stalls & RV

The Lone Star Arena handles all stall and hook-up reservations. Reservations will

only be taken during the designated call-in times listed here: Thursday, Sept. 9,

9 a.m to 5 p.m. and Friday, September 10, 9 a.m to 5 p.m. Call the Lone Star

Arena at 254/965-7989 or 254/965-7981. No unstalled horses will be allowed to

spend the night at the Lone Star Arena. At the conclusion of the event or after

11:30 p.m. each day, horses will be stalled at owner’s expense. Check-in time

is 1 p.m. Check-out time is 11 a.m.

RV Hook-up Rental: $20/night.

Rattler Kids Dummy Roping

Saturday, September 18 at 12:00 a.m. Age divisions: 5 & Under, 6-8 years old, 9-11 years old.

Age is as of day of roping. No entry fees.

All contestants receive USCRA and Equibrand products.

Stephenville, Texas

September 16-19, 2010

Entries

The Semi-Finals Qualifying Roping, Showdown Finals and World Championship Finals are all pre-entry events.The USCRA will be taking mail-in entries for the 2010 National Finals. Those members who have qualified for theSemi-Finals, Showdown Finals and the first 3 quarters of the World Finals will be able to mail in their entriesstarting in July. As a member earns a Showdown position or wants to enter the Semi-Finals by mail they may upuntil August 20, 2010. Any positions earned after this date will be considered as an exempt entry. Exemptentries will be taken as call-in entries on September 9-10, 2010 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. without penalty. If aroper misses the deadline to enter by mail and does not qualify as an exempt entry, he may also call in and enter on September 9-10 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m with a $10 late fee. Mail-in entries and exempt entries will ropeAFTER ALL LATE ENTRIES! On-site entries will be taken and will include a $20 late fee.

LOOPS MAGAZINE • 17CALF ROPINGS & ROPING SCHOOLS

Thursday, September 169:00 a.m. Arena 100 Semi-Finals and 00 World Finals (Rounds 1 & 2). These 2 ropings will be runtogether. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followed by Round 1 of the World Finals, Round 2 and Short-Go of the Semi-Finals, then Round 2 of World Finals. 9:30 a.m. Arena 2EE Semi-Finals and EE World Finals (Rounds 1 & 2). These 2 ropings will be run together. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followed by Round 1 of the World Finals,Round 2 and Short-Go of the Semi-Finals, then Round 2 of World Finals. 6:00 p.m. Hard 8 Pit BBQAppreciation Party - Open to all ropers and their family & friends. Free beer and margaritas.

Friday, September 179:00 a.m. Arena 1EE Showdown Finals (1st Round) and EE World Finals (3rd Round)Followed by Arena 2EE Showdown Finals (2nd Round)12 p.m. Arena 100 Showdown Finals (1st Round) and 00 World Finals (3rd Round)Followed by Arena 200 Showdown Finals (2nd Round)3:00 p.m. Arena 1EE Showdown Finals (3rd Round and Short-Go)Followed by Arena 100 Showdown Finals (3rd Round and Short-Go)

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Saturday, September 189:00 a.m. Arena 1#1 Semi-Finals and #1 World Finals (Rounds 1 & 2). These 2 ropings will be run together. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followed by Round 1 of the World Finals,Round 2 and Short-Go of the Semi-Finals, then Round 2 of World Finals.9:30 a.m. Arena 2#2 Semi-Finals and #2 World Finals (Rounds 1 & 2). These 2 ropings will be run together. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followed by Round 1 of the World Finals,Round 2 and Short-Go of the Semi-Finals, then Round 2 of World Finals. 12:00 p.m. Arena 2Rattler Kids Dummy Roping1:00 p.m. Arena 2Breakaway-B Semi-Finals & Breakaway-B World Finals (Rounds 1 & 2). These 2 ropings will be run together. Round 1 of the Semi-Finals followed byRound 1 of the World Finals, Round 2 and Short-Go of the Semi-Finals, then Round 2 of the World Finals.

Sunday, September 198:00 a.m. Arena 1Church Service9:00 a.m. Arena 1#1 Showdown Finals (1st Round) and #1 World Finals (3rd Round)Followed by Arena 2#1 Showdown Finals (2nd Round)11:00 a.m. Arena 1#2 Showdown Finals (1st Round) and #2 World Finals (3rd Round)Followed by Arena 2#2 Showdown Finals (2nd Round)1:00 p.m. Arena 1#1 Showdown Finals (3rd Round and Short-Go)Followed by Arena 1#2 Showdown Finals (3rd Round and Short-Go)Followed by Arena 1Breakaway B Showdown Finals (All Rounds) &Breakaway B World Finals (3rd Round)

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2010 USCRA NATIONAL CALF ROPING FINALS SCHEDULE

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RM • Payments must be made with Money Order, Cashiers Check, Personal Check or Credit Card.• VISA or MASTERCARD ONLY! All Credit Cards will have a 5% processing fee.• All entries must be postmarked by August 20, 2010 to avoid late fees. Entries postmarked after August 20 must include a $10 late fee.• Call-in entries will be considered late. Call-in entries will be taken September 9-10 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. with a $10 late fee. • Exempt entries (any position earned after Aug. 20) will be taken with call-in entries on September 9-10 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

and will NOT be charged a late fee. • Pre entries and exempt entries (any positions earned after Aug. 20) will rope AFTER ALL LATE ENTRIES!• On-site entries will be taken and will include a $20 late fee.• A roper may draw out and receive a full refund up to ONE hour before the roping starts. To draw out call 254-965-7989• A roper must have earned a Showdown or World Finals position to be eligible to enter the Showdown or World Finals.

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LikeSon,LikeFather!

GlenStuckeyfollowed inhis son’sfootstepsby winning the Strad $1,000 Bonus this month ashis son did in February. Players from Texas,Nebraska, New Mexico, and Colorado all competedfor the prize.

Saturday, June 5Average#EEBilly Hoover 36.23/3Bonus +8.53#00Galvin Rita 61.20/3 Bonus +4.10#1Dalton Dewinne 67.74/4 Bonus +0.80


Brazile Pulls Off Double Win In Return ToCompetition At 50th Daines Ranch Rodeo Courtesy of PRCA

Trevor Brazile’s return to competition went just fine – evenif it did come a little earlier than planned.

He won the tie-down roping and paired with Patrick Smithto win the team roping at the 50th Annual Daines RanchRodeo in Innisfail, Alberta, over the June 16-20 weekend,earning $10,180.

He did all of this after trying to doctor release out of therodeo because his injured elbow still hasn’t healed to hissatisfaction and with virtually no practice in the five weekssince his last rodeo appearance.

“If I’d started another doctor release, I wouldn’t be able tocompete for 10 days, and I’d miss all the Fourth of July rodeos.My doctor actually told me to take another 4-6 weeks at home,but the pain’s no worse than it was, and it’s rodeo time.”

The big payday at Daines Ranch lifted Brazile’s seasonearnings total to $120,454, keeping him more than $56,000ahead of second-place Ryan Jarrett as he bids to win hisrecord-breaking eighth all-around world championship.

Brazile is also first in the tie-down roping world standings,sixth in steer roping and sixth among team roping headers.

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Sunday, June 6Average#EEEdsel Rhodes 40.54/3 Bonus +1.68#00Rodney Chavez 23.35/2 Bonus +0.07#1Glen Stuckey 43.94/3 Bonus -0.75#2J.G. Marshall 44.84/3 Bonus NT

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The 2010 Carter RobertsonMemorial Junior Timed

Events Championships was heldon May 22 - 23, 2010 at theNational Ropers Supply Arena inDecatur, Texas. This year’s eventwas an even a bigger success thanthe 2009, 2008 and 2007 events.Each division had the followingnumber of contestants:

Seniors (17 to 21) - 33 Contestants

Juniors (16 and under) - 18 Contestants

Girls Breakaway (21 and under) -23 Contestants

Each Timed Event Contestantcompeted in:

2 Team Roping Head Runs, 2Team Roping Heel Runs, 2 SteerChute Dogging Runs and 2 TieDown Calf Runs.

Girls Breakaway Contestantscompeted in: 2 Calf BreakawayRuns and a Top 10 Short Go

Total Runs and PayoutThere was a total of 464 runs

and the total cash payout for theevent was $28,250 which is$5,500 more than the 2009 event.

Prize line included:Timed Events1st – Saddle2nd – Buckle3rd – Saddle Pad4th – Leather Halter5th – Rope Bag6th – NRS Gift Certificate

Breakaway1st – Buckle2nd – Custom Rope Can3rd – Leather Halter4th – Saddle Pad

2010 Carter Robertson

Memorial Junior Timed

Events Championships

ResultsTimed EventsSeniors Average Winners8 head1. Clayton Shaw, Alvord, TX, 72.60,$4,000, Saddle; 2. Kaleb Driggers,Albany, Ga., 76.42, $2,500, Buckle; 3.Tuf Cooper, Decatur, TX, 80.40, $1,400,Saddle Pad; 4. Tyler Wojcieckowski,Tarpley TX, 91.47, $1,000, Halter; 4.Sterling Wallace, Justin, TX, 101.51,$500, Rope Bag; 5. Calvin Brevik,Stephenville, TX., 110.35, $0, NRS GiftCertificate

Juniors Average Winners8 head1. Benjamin Cox, Hot Springs, AR,72.63, $3,000, Saddle; 2. Forest Fisher,Navasota TX, 103.33, $1,900, Buckle;3. Tylen Layton, Copan, Ok, 107.57,$1,000, Sdl Pad; 4. Tylo Lyon, Perrin, TX,128.59, $750, Halter; 5. Blaine Cox,Thorndale, TX, 144.03, $350, Rope Bag

Girls Breakaway3 head1. Taylor Jacob, Camine, TX., 12.80,$2,000, Buckle; 2. Deven Riggins,Weatherford, TX, 17.98, $1,500, RopeCan; 3. Ashley Goforth, Azle, TX, 18.15,$900, Halter; 4. Micah Fox, Poolville, TX,18.17, $550, Saddle Pad

Go Round ResultsSeniorsTeam Roping Heading1. Travis Whitlow, Queen Creek, Az.,4.77, $300; 2. Rowdy Hafercamp,Cuero, TX, 5.38, $150Team Roping Heeling1. Rudy Danley, weatherford, TX., 4.44,$300; 2. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX.,5.52, $150

Benjamin Cox of Hot Springs, AR won the Junior Average Championship, earning$3,000 in cash and a championship trophy saddle


Steer Chute Dogging1. Tyler Whitlow, Queen Creek, Az., 2.47,$300; 2. Billy Bob Brown, Carbon, TX.,2.61, $150Tie Down Calves1. Tristan Mahoney, Florence, Az., 8.18,$300; 2. Tuf Cooper, Decatur, TX, 8.79,$150

JuniorsTeam Roping Heading1. Blaine Cox, Thorndale, TX., 5.73,,$250; 2. Weston Imhoff, Plantersville,TX., 6.70, $125Team Roping Heeling1. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX., 6.16,$250; 2. Spur Valdez, Dimmett, TX.,6.23, $125Steer Chute Dogging1. Benjamin Cox, Hot Springs, AR, 2.64,$250; 2. Spur Valdez, Dimmett, TX.,2.70, $125Tie Down Calves1. Marty Yates, Stephenville, TX., 9.41,$250; 2. Benamin Cox, Hot Springs,AR, 9.67seconds, $125.00

Girls BreakawayFirst Round1. Tierra Gray, Lovington, NM, 2.81,$200; 2. Calie Turley, Jacksboro, TX.,2.88, $100Second Round1. Katie Wojcieckowski, Tarpley, TX.,2.17, $200; 2. Ashley Goforth, azle, TX.,2.50, $100

All proceeds from the CarterRobertson Memorial Junior TimedEvents Championships go to theCarter Tarrant RobertsonCharitable Foundation which hasawarded $14,000 in scholarshipsfor 2010, $12,500 for 2009, $8,750in 2008, and $5,000 in 2007.Carter’s family and friends

appreciate everyone’s help andparticipation in this year’s eventand look forward to the 2011Carter Robertson Memorial JuniorTimed Events Championshipsbeing even bigger and better.

Thanks,Dave, Jennifer, Austin, Randall,

and Cooper Robertson

Forrest Fisher from Navasota, TX was the Reserve Junior Average Champion, earning$1,900 and a trophy buckle

Seniors Average Winner, Clayton Shaw from Alvord, TX finished with an 8-head averagetime of 72.60 seconds and won $4,000 in cash and a championship trophy saddle

Reserve Senior Average Champion, Kaleb Driggers from Albany, GA took home$2,500 in cash and a trophy buckle

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The Girls Breakaway Average Championship went home with Taylor Jacob of Camine,TX, along with $2,000 in cash and a championship trophy Buckle

Deven Riggins of Weatherford, TX earned the Reserve Average Champion GirlsBreakaway winning $1,500 and a rope can

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TFirst, he never spent any amount of money for a

horse and always made his own. There’s nothingwrong with that and I respect him for that.

Secondly, he had a family with five kids and didnot want to leave us. He always had one or twojobs at home and just went to a few rodeos. Hestayed home for his family. My dad has no regrets whatsoever and knows he made the rightchoice. As one of his five kids, I know I’m grateful.Having my dad there while I was growing up andlearning had a huge impact on the man and roper Iam today.

Knowing this, I’ve taken those two things on inmy own life as giants to slay. I focus on those twothings and will do whatever it takes. I’ll never letmoney keep me from buying the right horse, evenif I have to borrow it.

As for the other, I don’t want to be away from

A special thanks to my sponsors for supporting not only me, but also the sport that lets me do what I love.

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From the Archives

Slaying Our Giants

here’s no doubt in my mind that my father would have been a world champion calf roper if he had chosen to make a career in rodeo. I have

a picture of him from the National Finals Rodeo inDallas where he was getting off on the right side andholding his slack. Obviously he was way ahead of histime. The most rodeos he made in any one year wasthirty-eight, and that’s back when most people went toall they could get to.

There were two things that kept him from being all that he could be as a roper or from winning world titles.

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my family any more than my father did. To be thehusband and father I want to be, I need to have my family with me. As much as I love what I do, itwill never be as important as or deprive me of myfamily. Therefore, we travel in a ‘Toter Home’ which is basically like a NASCAR tour bus withliving quarters.

To excel at anything requires sacrifice of somekind. In the last year, by working with a trainer, I’veradically improved my strength and agility, none ofwhich came without sacrifice. Whether it’s giving upsome of my favorite food or the hundred plus sit-upsI do every day, it’s worth it for the improvement it’smade in me and my roping.

In the end, I won’t define my career by worldtitles, NFR qualifications, or money won. I will judgemyself by asking if I did everything possible to be thevery best I could be. To really evaluate my career,everything has to be taken in perspective includingthe adversities, wins, and losses. That’s what I use toevaluate myself and not by comparing myself toothers. I will have to know, without a doubt that Ileft nothing to chance and no stone unturned.

If you have giants you need to slay, go after themwith whatever you have. Even if it’s only a slingshot.

See you down the line and God bless.

A man who has friends must himself be friendly...

Proverbs 18:24 (NKJV)

M y son had a roping horse named Buster.This horse really wanted to be yourfriend. However, when Buster was in his

formative years he had several traumatic thingshappen to him. He was born and raised in Coloradoand as a young horse his owner took him elkhunting. During this hunt, his owner used Buster topack a large bull elk off the mountain. Buster gotspooked and ran off to the camp with this huge bullelk strapped on him. After that, in the next fewmonths, on two separate occasions bulls got himdown in the sale barn. Needless to say, Buster had avery traumatic childhood and as much as he wantedto be your friend he had trouble being friendly withstrangers, and occasionally even with familymembers. We learned to overlook many of Busters’faults because he really was a good horse.

Many times in our personal life we automaticallyshut out certain individuals that we form an opinionabout in thirty seconds. Forming an opinion soquickly causes us to miss some of the greatest gifts inlife; the relationships God blesses us with. You mayhave been burned on occasion, or have been donewrong (like Buster) and had a troubled childhood. Iwould like to encourage you to ask for God’s help toget you past the pain and keep your attitude towardsothers friendly. Not everyone still waves when youpass them on the road but it doesn’t mean that theyare not friendly. Not everyone appears friendlybecause they may have a little “Buster” in them. Soremember to give them a chance and show themhow to be friendly, by being friendly no matter howdifferent they may be from you.

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Hot Summer Action

et Ready – Set – Go!Summer time is here and

for calf ropers, that means thefun has started and if you haven’tbeen to a rodeo, jackpot or USCRAevent yet – you are missing out. FromPRCA caliber ropers to those juststarting out in the sport, it is hittingits high for 2010 and some of thebest events of the year are justaround the corner.

Jr. calf ropers have to be countingthe days before this years 26thannual Roy Cooper WorldChampionship event that will behosted at the brand new Circle TArena in Denton, Texas. With thegreat turnout of the recent Barry BurkJr. event as well as the CarterRobertson event that wrapped up atthe end of May, things look good for

Jr. competitors who are planning toattend this year’s Roy Cooper event.

For ropers who have grown outof the Jr. divisions, the USCRA hasset the stage for another great eventover the 4th of July holiday. TheFirecracker 5-Header will be hostedat the Lonestar Arena inStephenville, Texas and will nodoubt be a hit among ropers of everycaliber. Not only is there a greatformat, but the early summer eventpays like a slot machine and TodSlone saddles will be up for grabs tothe Average winners of the EE, 00,#1 and #2 ropers of the weekend.

These are only a few examples ofthe great events that are on the calfroping schedule for the next month.I believe ropers really enjoy thesetypes of events. The bigger money,larger prizes and added excitementof these events make competitorsrise to the occasion and craft a

whole new attitude in the sport. Thatis what makes summertime so greatfor calf ropers.

It would be awesome to see moreof these type of events hostedthroughout the entire year. I knowthe jackpot events are important, andcreate a practice area, or a beginningplace for ropers, but if a large eventwas within driving distance everyother month or at least every quarter,I bet ropers would jump on thechance to compete in these biggerand more exciting events.

I believe the sport is ready for this step forward. Larger events,different formats, more prizes andmore excitement will generate moreropers and more events in the longrun – I guarantee it. The sport of calf roping is thriving and making amove to grow events and attractmore competitors is vital to future of the sport.

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