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USTRC Championship Results72 New Mexico Championships

78 Black Hills Championships

82 Oregon Championships

86 Arkansas Championships

90 Texas Championships

96 Alabama Championships

100 Four Corners Classic

104 Idaho Championships

108 Missouri Classic

112 Panhandle Classic

118 Wyoming Championships

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The USTRC Regional Finals 2009

FEATURES

8 Just the Way It Is by Ben Clements

10 USTRC Announcements

12 By the Numbers by John Findlay

16 Gold Plus Report by Shawn Vargas

22 Champions Profile — Tyson J. Campidilli and Nathan C. Enyart

24 Top Tips with Rickey Green

26 Horse Health — Today’s Fight Against Influenza

Courtesy of Intervet / Schering-Plough Animal Health

28 Remembering Ray Huntby Heather Smith Thomas

36 Upcoming Event

Red Desert Classic

38 USTRC On Tap

42 Roper US Open Standings

A Waltz Across the Country

32Today’s Team Roping Fashion

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dad even though he couldn’t quite grasp the relevanceof the birdcages.

When the dad passed away several months later theson recalled the birdcage building and as it turned outit had been quality time spent with his dad. It reallyhad not been about building birdcages at all. It was allabout focusing your attention on what’s important. Theson will never forget that week helping his dad buildthose birdcages.

Focusing your attention on what’s important islooking around you and seeing what is more significantand relevant than just you and your needs. Fretting andworrying are destructive emotions that reveal a lack offaith and understanding. We have to look at what issignificant and trust the idea that things happen for areason. Focusing on what is important is having thefaith to look beyond the obvious. You have to reach outand see things for what they really are and change yourpriorities to flow with the value of the issue.

Concentrate on what is truly important in the biggerscheme of things. There is always a bigger picture in anygiven situation. We have to learn to see and readbetween the lines and come to understand what is reallybeing said or done. There is always more to a situationthan actually meets the eye. Things are not always asthey appear to be. Sometimes we have to look hard tounderstand what, where and why our focus should be ina certain area. There may even be times when we can’tidentify why we are looking toward a certain situation. Itmay be just a gut feeling but sometimes those gutfeelings are right on track. Sometimes we even know weshould be focused in a certain direction but cannotexplain why we feel that way. It is our sixth sense, so tospeak, that we need to bead in on something relevantand important even though we can’t quite grasp what itis for sure.

Where are you focusing your attention? Are you intune with your surroundings and what is going onaround you? Are you seeing and understanding thewhole scenario? So, just like the grandfather said,“Focus your attention on what is important and putthat rope around those horns.” Take each situation instride because maybe there is more to the picture thanbuilding birdcages and that is just the way it is…..

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Isat quietly on a bale of hay near my stall door andwatched an elderly man playing and roping with hisfour-year-old grandson. They had been roping the

dummy and the older man would help the little guy fitthe rope in his hand each time. He would even help himswing the little rope and throw it at the pint-size dummy.

“Now throw it hard,” the granddad coached. “You haveto focus your attention on roping those horns. Focus yourattention on what’s important.” Each time he handed thekid the rope he would tell him, “Focus your attention onwhat’s important and aim at what you want to catch.”

As diversified and unique as team ropers are, we allheed the same advice. Focus your attention on what’simportant. It makes no difference if we are headers orheelers, weekend warriors or pros, on the road we dowhat we can to focus on what’s important. Amazingly so,as much as we are alike what’s important is uniquelydifferent for each of us. All of us have a different anddefined set of main concerns.

All of us try not to worry. We try to have confidence inour roping abilities and trust in ourselves and ourpartners to rope our very best. All of us try to focus ourattention on what will get us to the winner’s circle. It isvery important that we do not dwell on our problems orbecome frustrated, anxious, and angry. If we focus onwhat we know we can do and trust our partners to focuson what they know to do there comes a certain peace,assurance, and confidence that guarantees us, we willrope our very best.

The same applies to our lives. We must focus ourattention on what’s important, what is right. Ourpriorities change at any given time so our focus mustshift to consistently keep our focal point on what is trulythe important issue.

I recall a friend of mine whose dad had cancer. Thedad wanted to build some birdcages. The son told him,“Dad, I’ll build the cages and you won’t have to worryabout it.” However, the dad insisted he could do it sothe son made a point to help him. The son could haveprobably finished the cages in one day but under thecircumstances it took several days to finish the cages.The son even got a bit frustrated because the work gota bit tedious and seemed to drag on. He had otherthings he needed to do but he stuck with helping his

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T his “By the Numbers” will not bethe first time I have brought toyour attention the locales in which

ropers reside. In fact I have done so onnumerous occasions, but it has beennearly three years since the last time. Plus,I often get requests from our ropingproducers who also want to know justwhere you ropers are, you know, so theycan hold ropings near you. With thewonders of modern day computersoftware, there are several ways by whichyou can represent where people reside ona map. Other than showing a pin point foreach and every person, which is notfeasible in this case since there are somany ropers, you can “aggregate” thosepin points into larger area groupings. Thetypes of groupings are many. You can do itby 5-digit zip code, 3-digit zip code, phonearea code, congressional district, state or

metropolitan area, to name a few. Ithought the best representation for ourpurposes, however, is by county. 5-digit zipcodes are too small in area; states, areacodes, 3-digit zip codes and congressionaldistricts are, in general, too big.Metropolitan areas don’t make sense forropers, since most of you are ruraldwellers. So, while using counties is notthe perfect way to display where roperslive, it is a decent compromise.

Using counties does have a drawback.As opposed to zip codes which aresomewhat more uniform in area sizeacross the country, counties come in vastlydifferent proportions. They run as large asseveral thousand square miles, (largestcounty in continental US is SanBernardino in California at 20,052 sq. mi.)to as small as 26 square miles (ArlingtonCounty, VA). As you can see by looking at

our “Ropers by County” USA quadrantmaps, counties in western states are, byand large, much larger than counties ineastern states. By “east” I mean, generally,east of Montana, Wyoming, Colorado andNew Mexico. The eleven westerncontinental US states, which for thepurposes of this column I have designatedas “western”, have an average county sizeof 3,500 square miles. The remaining 37“eastern” continental US states have only750 square miles on average. Keep in mindthese basic differences when reviewingthese maps.

And for those of you that want to knowwhere the top counties are in each statefor roper density, I have included theTable, Top Three Counties in States withOver 400 Total Ropers, which is just that. Ihave include, also, each county’s countyseat. Many of you may be more familiarwith where these county seats are asopposed to knowing where the countiesthemselves are. So, please avail yourself ofboth the Table and the Maps if you want toknow where the ropers are.

Considering that in the generalrecreational sports scheme of things, teamroping is a relatively minor player, it isamazing to see how widespread the ropingphenomenon has spread, as evidenced bythe amount of color on our accompanyingmaps. And you are looking at a highlycolorful map. The colors are generated bythe number of ropers, determined by theroper’s zip code, in each county. Sinceeach color, except gray, designates a

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county harboring ropers, there are a lot ofropers out there. There are over 105,000ropers represented on these maps. Theyinclude the valid zip codes of every singleroper that is now or has ever been in ourdatabase. While some of these colors maybe enhanced by people who, heavenforbid, are not roping anymore, it showswhere roping has and is going on. And thefact that there are so few gray countiesindicates that roping has spreadthroughout the land. The only largepockets of non-roping counties are in NewEngland, eastern Kentucky over to westernWest Virginia, central Georgia, coastalCarolina and counties bordering the upperGreat Lakes. Look out to the West and youwon’t see many gray counties at all. Somein the Dakotas and Minnesota, a couple inIdaho, one in California and three inColorado. There’s just not a lot of western “wide open spaces” in our roper geography.

Now let’s turn our attention to the hotbeds of team roping activity –– theappropriately colored “red”-hot counties.If you will look at the legend for the maps,you will see that the more denselypopulated roper counties are in shades ofred and pink, the lesser are in shades ofblue, and those in the middle are white.The “reddest” counties are the densest.They are counties with over 250 ropers in

them. As you can see, they are sprinkledliberally all over the country. The obviouslynoticeable strongholds are in Arizona, NewMexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado,Wyoming and California. Arizona ispractically all red, save for the westernborder counties. Pink is next in stature(100 to 249), and Texas and Oklahoma,even though small in county size, are quitepink. Both these states would have beenconsiderably “redder” if it weren’t for thefact that their counties are so muchsmaller in area than counties in the West.If their counties had been larger, theywould have been joined in redness byKansas, Arkansas, and Louisiana as well.Many of the “white” counties in thosestates (25 to 99) would have easily beenred had they been combined to equal thesize of their Western state counterparts.

The three top counties in the US forropers are all in Arizona. In order, they areMaricopa (2213), Pinal (1138) and Navajo(1106). Maricopa encompasses Phoenix,Pinal is the county between Phoenix andTucson and Navajo is nearly two-thirdsNavajo and Hopi tribal lands innortheastern Arizona. The total populationof Navajo county is only about 110,000, sothat 1,106 that makes 1% of them teamropers! Maricopa, on the other hoof,houses nearly 4 million residents. But itstill has a lot of ropers. To illustrate my

point about the differences in county sizein the West and the East, Arizona has only15 counties total compared to Texas with254. Yes Texas is much larger than Arizonabut the average size of a county in Arizonais 7,600 square miles while counties inTexas average only 1,000 square miles.that’s quite a difference and it is typical ofthe dissimilarity between west and east, asI pointed out above. In Arizona, out of 15counties, 13 of them number over 100ropers (87%). By contrast, of the 254 Texascounties, only 67(26%) of them have over100 ropers. That’s the difference countysize makes in coloring counties on themap. By the way, there is nary a county ineither Arizona or Texas that is roperless.The county with the fewest is three andthat county is Loving in West Texasadjacent to the far southeast corner ofNew Mexico. It is the least populouscounty in the entire US, county seat ––Mentone, 2000 census population –– 67.

But where are the most populouscounties for ropers? The accompanyingTable will help you find the answers to thatquestion. It lists the top three counties forropers in each state with at least 400ropers. Top counties in Texas are: Parker(County Seat Weatherford - 633 ropers),Erath (Stephenville - 568) and Harris(Houston - 385). So Stephenville, home tothe USTRC, may be the Cowboy


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County (County Seat) No Of Ropers

State (Total Ropers)

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Alabama (1647)

1. Lawrence ( Moulton ) 89

2. Baldwin ( Bay Minette ) 79

3. Covington ( Andalusia ) 77

Arizona (9359)

1. Maricopa ( Phoenix ) 2213

2. Pinal ( Florence ) 1138

3. Navajo ( Holbrook ) 1106

Arkansas (2893)

1. Washington ( Fayetteville ) 246

2. Faulkner ( Conway ) 218

3. Benton ( Bentonville ) 185

California (5540)

1. Riverside ( Riverside ) 439

2. San Luis Obispo ( San Luis Obispo ) 393

3. Stanislaus ( Modesto ) 346

Colorado (5650)

1. Weld ( Greeley ) 728

2. Pueblo ( Pueblo ) 378

3. El Paso ( Colorado Springs ) 349

Florida (2508)

1. Marion ( Ocala ) 185

2. Dade ( Miami ) 122

3. Duval ( Jacksonville ) 100

Georgia (1337)

1. Carroll ( Carrollton ) 47

2. Bartow ( Cartersville ) 47

3. Polk ( Cedartown ) 44

Hawaii (739)

1. Hawaii ( Hilo ) 303

2. Maui ( Wailuku ) 171

3. Honolulu ( Honolulu ) 135

Idaho (2704)

1. Canyon ( Caldwell ) 347

2. Bannock ( Pocatello ) 166

3. Ada ( Boise ) 163

Illinois (642)

1. Christian ( Taylorville ) 32

2. Cook ( Chicago ) 22

3. Vermilion ( Danville ) 20

Indiana (531)

1. Clark ( Jeffersonville ) 39

2. Harrison ( Corydon ) 35

3. Floyd ( New Albany ) 24

Iowa (854)

1. Woodbury ( Sioux City ) 70

2. Decatur ( Leon ) 28

3. Appanoose ( Centerville ) 28

Kansas (3055)

1. Butler ( El Dorado ) 134

2. Finney ( Garden City ) 117

3. Montgomery ( Independence ) 101

Louisiana (3088)

1. Calcasieu ( Lake Charles ) 338

2. Rapides ( Alexandria ) 249

3. Vernon ( Leesville ) 153

Mississippi (1973)

1. Lamar ( Purvis ) 140

2. Rankin ( Brandon ) 85

3. Hinds ( Jackson ) 81

Missouri (2664)

1. Barry ( Cassville ) 108

2. Christian ( Ozark ) 108

3. Cass ( Harrisonville ) 100

Montana (2749)

1. Yellowstone ( Billings ) 245

2. Glacier ( Cut Bank ) 167

3. Big Horn ( Hardin ) 158

Nebraska (2255)

1. Lincoln ( North Platte ) 174

2. Custer ( Broken Bow ) 86

3. Cherry ( Valentine ) 84

Nevada (1693)

1. Clark ( Las Vegas ) 488

2. Elko ( Elko ) 278

3. Washoe ( Reno ) 184

New Mexico (5892)

1. Mc Kinley ( Gallup ) 695

2. San Juan ( Aztec ) 616

3. Bernalillo ( Albuquerque ) 416

North Carolina (567)

1. Rowan ( Salisbury ) 41

2. Chatham ( Pittsboro ) 36

3. Iredell ( Statesville ) 33

North Dakota (824)

1. Stark ( Dickinson ) 80

2. Morton ( Mandan ) 73

3. Burleigh ( Bismarck ) 65

Ohio (511)

1. Fairfield ( Lancaster ) 33

2. Miami ( Troy ) 21

3. Franklin ( Columbus ) 20

Oklahoma (9413)

1. Mc Curtain ( Idabel ) 330

2. Osage ( Pawhuska ) 307

3. Oklahoma ( Oklahoma City ) 289

Oregon (2003)

1. Deschutes ( Bend ) 215

2. Umatilla ( Pendleton ) 211

3. Klamath ( Klamath Falls ) 169

South Carolina (463)

1. Oconee ( Walhalla ) 54

2. Anderson ( Anderson ) 53

3. Greenville ( Greenville ) 50

South Dakota (1727)

1. Pennington ( Rapid City ) 177

2. Meade ( Sturgis ) 158

3. Butte ( Belle Fourche ) 87

Tennessee (1088)

1. Williamson ( Franklin ) 74

2. Maury ( Columbia ) 56

3. Wilson ( Lebanon ) 51

Texas (21179)

1. Parker ( Weatherford ) 633

2. Erath ( Stephenville ) 568

3. Harris ( Houston ) 385

Utah (2858)

1. Utah ( Provo ) 434

2. Weber ( Ogden ) 302

3. Washington ( Saint George ) 258

Washington (1774)

1. Yakima ( Yakima ) 174

2. Spokane ( Spokane ) 144

3. Benton ( Prosser ) 143

Wyoming (2808)

1. Fremont ( Lander ) 298

2. Campbell ( Gillette ) 280

3. Laramie ( Cheyenne ) 273

Capitol of the World, but it’s not quite theteam roper capital of the world. Thathonor goes to its neighbor to thenortheast, Parker. But the title distinction

is close, just 65 ropers separate the tworope-happy regions. Speaking of rope-happy regions, you might just cast yourgeographic eye over to Florida with three

surprising plots of pink. It would appearthat a new hotbed is arising in the East.Three counties in the Sunshine Stateequal or surpass the 100 roper rank ––Marion (Ocala - 185), Dade (Miami - 122)and Duval (Jacksonville - 100). Our tip of the Resistol goes to the JohnnyJohnson’s and Jeff Motes’ of the worldwho are growing our sport in thesouthern heartland. And take a look atthe one isolated little white county wayup in the northeast. That happens to beSaratoga County, New York. So, not onlyis Saratoga County home to the world-famous Saratoga Race Course, there’sactually a few roping quarter horsesmixed in with all that thoroughbredblue-blood. You northeasterners lookingfor a place to rope might also consider:Washington County, PA; LancasterCounty, OH; and Hastings County, MI.Some more of those “white” counties.

I hope you find the maps and Tableinteresting. I often get questions fromropers who are on the move about agood spot for them to go that is roperfriendly. Well, here is your list. You now have three choices in the 32 mostroper friendly states in the Union. Oh, and I hope you enjoy seeing whatcolor you are. ■

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Hello Team Ropers,

t’s hard to believe that the CinchUSTRC National Finals of Team

Roping is only five months awayand the first of the seven Regionalevents is less than a month out. Timereally does fly when you’re having fun.The next five months are filled withgreat events and many chances to loadup on tour points in the Roper

Outerwear US Open Tour, and Nationaland Regional Shoot-Outs. I hope you allhave had a chance to review the newFlex Earnings Program whereas eachShoot-Out is now converted intoearnings in your flex account. Forwinning a National Shoot-Out, eachteam will receive $6,000 in Flex Earningsand each team that wins a Regional

Shoot-Out will receive $2,000 in FlexEarnings. This is an awesome programand I hope each of you take fulladvantage of it.

Earlier in the year I was working atthe Texas Championships in SanAntonio, Texas. Before the roping beganon Saturday morning, a small group ofevent staff gathered to discuss thebusiness of the day. I recall thediscussion going really well until theJunior Looper roping, which wasscheduled for later that day, wasmentioned. Who would like to help withthe Junior Looper roping? Those fewwords were all it took to make a group ofgrown men scatter like a covey of quailand everyone fleeing the scene wasmumbling an excuse to be anywhere butthe Junior Looper roping at noon. Now,let me first explain this has nothing todo with the kids. The Junior Looperroping has a reputation among staffmembers that whatever can go wrongwill and no one wants to disappoint akid or deal with an overbearing parent.Clearly, I was off of my game that daybecause I couldn’t think of an excuse tobe somewhere else and since I was the

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The Four Corners Classic brought ropers together from all across the Southwest competing forchampionships. The team of Joseph Savedra and Tato Savedra, Jr. claimed the win in the Gold Plusroping with a four head total of 38.93 seconds. The win earned them $2,388 in cash, trophy Gistbuckles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each.

The Amarillo National Center welcomed USTRCmembers from far and wide to the PanhandleClassic. Gold Plus roping winners were WillCantrell and Butch Whitten, Sr. from NewMexico. Their four head total of 33.41 seconds wonthem $4,674 in cash, trophy Martin saddles andGold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 inFlex Earnings each.

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last one standing, I got the assignment.Eventually, I did try to beg my way out,but let me explain.

The very first week of myemployment with the USTRC, I wasasked to help with the Junior Looperroping at the Red Rock Classic. I thoughtthis would be right up my alley andconsidered myself highly qualified forthe job. I had run a summer recreationprogram for kid’s 7 years old to 18 yearsold for three summers and had justfinished my first season coaching a highschool basketball team. Now, if you haveever been to the Red Rock Classic eventyou know how serious and well attendedthe Junior Looper contest can be. Forthose of you that have never been, letexplain why. Gallup, New Mexico, home

of the Red Rock Classic, is right in theheart of the Navajo Nation and thereyou’ll find some of the most talentedkids with a rope you will ever see. Thosekids love to rope and winning a USTRCbuckle is veryimportant to them.

With all of theconfidence in theworld, I grabbedthe Jakesteer andheaded to the siteof the JuniorLooper roping. As Iturned the corner,a sea of anxiouskids greeted me.There must havebeen 300 of themand before I couldset the dummydown they allsurrounded me. Imust admit at thatpoint I felt a littleoverwhelmed, but

I had always been pretty good aroundkids and able to keep control of themfairly well.

Within a few minutes, I managed tobring the chaos to order and had the

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Gerry Tully and Jim Richards, Sr. roped solid in the Gold Plusroping at the New Mexico Championships. Their four head total of32.98 seconds earned them the win worth $4,660 in cash, trophyMartin saddles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 inFlex Earnings each.

The Texas Championships was buzzing with excitement as roperscame to the Rose Palace seeking their fortune. Sharing in therecord payouts were Austin Robertson and Jerry Scott whoclaimed the Gold Plus victory with a four head total of 34.96seconds. Their win earned them $5,368 in cash, trophy Martinsaddles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each.

Header, Brad Burns and his partner, Cody Johnson roped solid at theMissouri Classic which resulted in a championship in the Gold Plusroping. Their four head total of 31.79 seconds earned them $3,076 incash, trophy Gist buckles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in Flex Earnings each.

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kids grouped by age into their respectivedivisions. I sailed through the first twodivisions, 5 years old and under and 6 to7 years old. The next group to competewas the 8 to 9 year old division. By nowthe crowd had swelled to more peoplewatching the Junior Looper competitionthan the main event going on in thearena. Things started off smoothly asone by one the kids took their turn atcatching the Jakesteer. During the firstround I noticed a set of twins wasentered, one of them could really ropeand the other really didn’t want to bethere. The twin that roped well wasclearly a crowd favorite and expected towin the buckle; however, he missed inthe second round and was thuseliminated from the competition. I feltreally bad for him as he walked throughthe crowd with tears in his eyes. The

other twin had managed to stay in thecompetition and advanced to the thirdround. Here’s where things started tounravel. As I started the next round Icalled out the remaining twins name,but he was nowhere to be found. I calledone last time and from beyond thecrowd he came running. He approachedJakesteer like a lion attacking a gazelleand with real authority threw a perfectloop around the horns. WOW! This kidmust have been sandbagging the firstcouple rounds and now was one of onlytwo kids roping for the buckle. After hewalked off there was a buzz in the crowdand no doubt something was wrong. AsI prepared for the final round, severalconcerned parents cornered me. Theytold me the twins mother made themswitch shirts and the one that waseliminated was the one still roping. Now

I was the center of attention, as thecrowd was looking at me for anexplanation of this parent interruption.What a mess! I explained the situation tothe kids and the crowd and awarded thebuckle to the rightful winner. The nextand last division, 10 to 12 years of age,went off without a hitch, but by the timeI had finished there, I vowed never to doa Junior Looper roping again.

That is, until four years later. I guesstime has a way of fading bad memories.Don’t get me wrong, I wasn’t to the pointof volunteering for the job of USTRCJunior Looper Coordinator, but whenasked to help at the Texas Plains Classicheld in Abilene, Texas, the “Red RockTwin Scandal” was in the distant past.Lightning never strikes twice, right?Besides, I was told we had a new way ofkeeping the books and there weren’t


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Mississippi header, Greg Williams teamed up with Louisiana heeler, RickieLeBlanc, II to win the Gold Plus roping at the Alabama Championships. Theircombined total of 30.28 seconds on four head earned them $2,952 in cash,trophy Gist buckles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each.

Brothers, Tony and Todd Holden of Gillette, were thehometown winners of the Wyoming Championships Gold Plusdivision. Their four head combined total of 37.31 seconds earnedthem the win of the Gold Plus roping that yielded them $2,458in cash, trophy Gist buckles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outsworth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each.

The Arkansas Championships was a greatevent filled with lots of winners,including Wade Cantrell and AdamHubler who took home the Gold Pluschampionship after roping four head in28.52 seconds. The win earned the duo$3,852 in cash, trophy Gist buckles andGold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in Flex Earnings each.

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that many kids present. That being thecase, I still wanted reinforcement so Isolicited the help of Big Al Martinez.With the new entry forms in hand, Big Aland I gathered the kids and away wewent. In less than an hour we finished allFIVE Divisions without any controversy,or so I thought. It was so much fun to seethe joy on the kids’ faces. Big Al and Iwere proud of a job well done! As Big Allined up the winners, I went to get thebuckles and the photographer. First, weawarded the buckle to the winner of the12 to 13 year old division, then the 10 to11, the 8 to 9, the 6 to 7 and lastly, myfavorite, the 5 and under division. As thesmallest of all the Junior Looperchampions, whose smile was beamingfrom ear to ear, walked up to get hisprize, I reached in the box and therewere no buckles left. I told his mom tohang on while I ran back to the office toget the other buckle. When I got there Iwas informed that there were only FOURdivisions and four buckles. I argued mypoint and went back to get thepaperwork. Apparently, a lady new to the

USTRC had wrongly filled out the entryforms. She added a fifth division andhaving not been involved with the JuniorLooper program for four years, I didn’tquestion it…big mistake! I had to goback and tell the little boy that we wereout of buckles, but we would send himone. I’ll never forget the look on hismoms face, and even more so, the lookthat little Junior Looper gave to me.

Now back to the TexasChampionships in San Antonio. As Iwalked down to the Junior Looper arena,I was having all sorts of horribleflashbacks. The more I thought about itand the closer I got to the Junior Loopercrowd the more anxious I became. Thekids must have sensed my fear or feltsorry for me because with amazingdiscipline, the kind that would make anygrade school teacher proud, the kidslined up and knew exactly where to beand how everything worked. I have toadmit I enjoyed watching the kidscompete and I was impressed with thetalent these kids have. After the FOURdivisions were finished, prizes and all, I

Ropers who visited the Idaho Classic witnessed the home-state team ofMatthew Baker and Jed Jacobs take the win in the Gold Plus roping. Theirfour head total of 40.08 seconds allowed them to take home $1,974 in cash,trophy Gist buckles and Gold Plus National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each.

Mark Stafford and Jerroll Campbell teamed up to win the GoldPlus roping at the Oregon Championships. Their four headcombined total of 41.48 seconds earned them a championshippayout of $1,010 in cash, trophy Gist buckles and Gold PlusNational Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each.

realized that I had made it through aJunior Looper roping with nocontroversies. I have to give praise to theparents who were on their best behaviorand for that I have a new-found respectfor the Junior Looper event!

I have to say the future of our sport isin good hands. The talent level of theupcoming kids is amazing and if youdon’t believe me you should take in aJunior Looper roping at any of theUSTRC events. If you are a parent andhave kids that have never entered aJunior Looper contest, you should takethe time to get your kids to one. Justremember you don’t want to be theparent that everyone talks about onMonday morning at the coffee shop,these events are for the kids so be onyour best behavior!

The Regional Finals are here, pleasepay attention to the deadlines forentries and stalls. I will be available ifyou have any questions regarding theFlex Earnings. I want to wish everyone“Good Luck” and remember, you mustcatch to win!

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second high teamback had a time of23.86 and there wasno room for error;no room to think or saunter through. Youhad to be on track and you had to focus.“I was so nervous my legs were shaking,”Enyart said. “My hands were sweaty and Iwas trying so hard not to think aboutanything. I wanted it to be right.”

Campidilli agreed: “That was the mostmoney I had ever roped for and that kindof money, that kind of prize line can makeyou really nervous.” As the high call backteam they knew they were blessed and ina great position to take the win of the #12Shoot-Out at the USTRC National Finalsof Team Roping. They just had tomaintain and do what they knew to do. Ithad been a tough, tight roping from thevery beginning and the short go roundwas no different. When the tenth high call

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yson Campidilli and NathanEnyart came in to the short goround of the #12 Shoot-Out as the

high team back. Holding that position atthe USTRC National Finals of TeamRoping at the Oklahoma StateFairgrounds in October was anaccomplishment in and of itself. Theprestige was phenomenal but with thatprivilege comes certain pressure thatmakes your head woozy.

Setting aside the fact there is a prizeline that includes Martin championshiptrophy saddles, Gist championship goldbuckles, Tony Lama full-quill ostrichboots, collector’s Western Horsemanframed prints and some $95,000 in cashthere is no pressure. Yeah, right!

Campidilli and Enyart topped the listcoming into the short round with a timeof 23.55 on a four-steer average. The racewas so close it made you faint. The

back team posted a time of 7.34 in theshort go round, they took the lead. It wasa strong, solid lead and they wouldn’t beuprooted very easily. Campidilli andEnyart took a deep seat and started agame of watch and wait as the last nineteams of the short go round took theirturns. They knew they had to stayaggressive, focused and be very solid ontheir short go round steer.

“We had discussed it and I knew if Ihad a shot of any kind I had to take it,”Enyart said. “I also knew if I didn’t have ashot I just needed to be sure and get thetime down.” When Campidilli and Enyartrode into the box, the tenth high teamback still held the lead. The pair hadwatched the other nine teams and they

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knew the weight of the world sat heavilyon their shoulders. They knew theyneeded a time of 9.19 to take the leadand win the roping. As the pair noddedfor their steer all thought processesstopped and intuition and instinctkicked into gear. There was nothing leftto do but rope one steer like it was thelast steer on earth. It had to be solid, ithad to be right and it had to be the best.When the team posted a time of 7.85 ontheir short round steer there was aeuphoria that could not be measured ordefined. The pair had won the #12Shoot-Out at the USTRC National Finalsof Team Roping to grab a prize line thatwas unbelievable.

“I am so blessed,” Campidilli said. “Ihave a beautiful wife and seven monthold twins and the most awesome headhorse you have ever seen and I justthank the Lord for the win at the USTRCFinals. There are no words to explainwhat a win like this one means.”

Enyart had grabbed the gold. Theeighteen-year-old college student wasalmost speechless and the excitementwas almost more than he could dealwith. “I’m going to put it in the bank,”Enyart said, searching for words. “I’mprobably going to buy a trailer and Idon’t know what else. This is the mostmoney I have ever won in all my life. Ican’t believe I won this much moneydoing what I love and that is roping.”

Campidilli gave all the credit to his

horse and to having a good heeler. “Thishorse was an outlaw when I got himfrom my in laws,” Campidilli explained.“This horse is seven years old andalthough he still tries to buck, he wasinstrumental in my quest to be a goodteam roper. Horsemanship is soimportant in team roping. The horse hasgreat ability and lots of speed. Willie hasproved to be an awesome head horse.And of course, having Enyart to heel forme was a great thing.”

Both Enyart and Willie had the faiththat Campidilli would follow through andit would all come together at the Finals.Both Campidilli and Enyart were at theright place at the right time as they tookthe #12 Shoot-Out at the USTRC NationalFinals by storm. They never gave up andmaintained faith in each other and theirhorses to become the#12 Shoot-OutChampions.

As the pair tried tograsp all that hadhappened, one thingwas for certain. As thecurtain closed on the#12 Shoot-Out at the2008 National Finals ofTeam Roping it wasvery evident “And ThenThere Was One—TysonCampidilli and NathanEnyart—the #12 Shoot-Out Champions.” ■


Tyson Campidilli and Nathan Enyart at theUSTRC 2008 National Finals in Oklahoma City.

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Rickey Greenwith

Bits and Curb Straps

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him to break at the pole. The next step was to use myspurs to move my horse forward as I see-sawed the bitto make him understand what I wanted. After this Iwould tie him around until, when I picked up on the

inside rein with my snaffle, he wouldgive me his nose. Then I would putmy old grazing bit with the stiffmouthpiece back in and he would bea little better for a little while.

Then came the chain bits andlong shank snaffles with chain chinstraps that I always used becausethey were easier to keep my horse’sshoulder picked up, but they didlittle to help me keep my horsesbreaking at the pole. The chin strapactually signals to the horse to stopbreaking at the pole. That’s why theold timers used the leather chinstraps with the ported bits becausethe chin strap was designed toenhance the bit’s effectiveness bybracing on the chin and letting thehorse break at the pole. A harsh chinstrap makes the horse stick his noseout and come up away from the chin

strap. People seem to think the more pain they inflicton the chin and the tighter it is the better the horsewill stop. In many cases when too much pain is

hen I was a kid, all the old cowboys had ported bits and leather curb straps. Their

horses always handled nicely. You see, I figured out that it wasn’t the horseman. It was

the equipment. I’m pretty sharp,that’s why it’s only taken me fortyyears of roping and riding to putsome of these ideas together.

The first time I went to the NFR,I used a bit that many people mighthave in their bathroom as a toiletpaper holder. Nobody had everexplained to me how different bitswork. The old timers’ bits that had asolid mouthpiece and ports alsohad cheek pieces that were stiff, soyou couldn’t flex your horse or pick

up his shoulderby picking up onone rein at atime. So I neverhave had a bitthat would signalto a horse tobreak at the poleand give me hisnose at the same time. I used tohave to get my spurs on, get mysnaffle, and bit my horse up to get

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inflicted on the chin, your horse will start to becomenervous or even run off.

I have designed a bit line that has the old mouth piecesthat ask a horse to break at the pole and also has loose cheek pieces so you can get control of their nose. I use all of my bits with a harness leather chin strap. But even withthis good equipment, if you adjust the chin strap too tight it doesn’t allow the bit to work by signaling to the horse toflex or break at the pole. All he will feel is chin pressure andthat will make a horse throw his head up even if you havegreat equipment.

I had a guy at a school the other day that had a neat littleheel horse. But he was real nervous acting when he would goin the box, come into the corner or when he would dally. So Itold him, “You have a nice chain bit but that little chain chinstrap is scaring him.” So he took out his knife and cut off hischin strap and roped without one. This little horse juststarted working. He calmed down and would stand and takea big stop and jerk without the pressure of the chin strap. Ifyou’ll start to take a better look at your equipment, youmight have a better horse than you think.

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pain. It doesn’t signal to a horse what you want him todo. A dogbone, a chain, and a snaffle all pull evenlyacross the mouth so the horse can understand to reactfrom the mouthpiece. But a correction collapses aroundthe bars and tongue and your horse has nowhere to go,so he freezes and hollows out his back so he can’t run,start or stop. You might say, “Well my horse is just hardmouthed,” “he is hard headed,” or “stubborn.” Well,maybe he is not the only stubborn one if you don’t givehim a chance to work by using some new ideas.

There’s so much more I would like to tell you aboutthis subject because I really am seeing so much successat my schools with the way we’re bitting today’s horses. Alot of horsemen have trouble handling some of theseideas, but I deal with a thousand horses a year at myschools. You’ll just have to do like I tell my students; try iton your horse and if it doesn’t work you can always goback to your old way.

Your Friend,Rickey Green

Matthew 10:32

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Equine Influenza can cost teamropers an entire season, sidelininga horse for months at a time. It

has been considered the mosteconomically important respiratorydisease in horses today and is extremelycontagious with a high infection rate.Influenza can have a negative effect on ahorse for weeks to months and thebiggest danger of influenza is thepotential for a life threateningsecondary infection.

Although there have been effectivemethods to prevent influenza for manyyears, Intervet / Schering-Plough AnimalHealth introduce a breakthroughmethod of prevention for influenza that

is more effective, less painful and safe.By collaborating with some of the top

influenza experts in the country, avaccine called Flu Avert® I.N. wasdeveloped that gives horses a high levelof protection against the most commonand virulent strains of equine influenzavirus. Flu Avert® I.N. Vaccine is aproprietary “modified-live virus” vaccinewhich is given intranasally (1 mL in one nostril). TheIntranasal route is welltolerated and easilyaccessible in the horse.

The dose is administeredinto the nasal passages witha special proprietaryapplicator. When the vaccinereplicates in the horse’s nasalmucosa, a rapid localimmune response occurs.The horse develops animmune response thatcombats the disease similar

to when the horse is exposed to avirulent (disease-causing) wild strain ofthe equine influenza virus.

This vaccine does not cause disease.Instead, it triggers the horse’s body tomount an impressive defense. Also,because the vaccine is givenintranasally, the first response occurs inthe nasal mucosa - the natural path of

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influenza infection. The vaccine literallystops the disease at the site of entry,providing immunity faster andprotection for a longer period of time –up to six months.

Flu Avert® I.N. has been proveneffective in actual “challenge” studies.This means horses were vaccinatedwith Flu Avert® I.N. vaccine and thenexposed to highly infective strains ofinfluenza virus. The protection

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Finally, the vaccine is safe. Out of482 horses given Flu Avert® I.N. vaccinein a field safety trial, some as young as3 months of age, a serious nasaldischarge was observed in a smallnumber. This discharge was the sameas that seen in normal horses duringvariable environmental conditions, andresolved in a short time with no

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Today’s team ropers and horseowners can rely on this breakthroughinfluenza prevention method. No moreshots and Avert® I.N. offers theassurance that your horse is protectedfrom influenza by a product that is moreeffective, less painful to administer andsafe for a variety of horses. ■


A Different Kind ofHorsepowerSafe-Guard®’s Scooter Giveaway Winners Announced.

Winners receive a new Beamer Matrix II scooter as part of the Safe-Guard® ScooterGiveaway and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health’s continued sponsorship of theUnited States Team Roping Championships, the United States Pony Club and the WorldBarrel Racing Productions.

Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health, a leader in providing quality animal healthcareproducts, including Safe-Guard® (fenbendazole), is pleased to announce the winners of theSafe-Guard® Scooter Giveaway - Charlene Howell from Romoland, California and DianeBurns from Canton, Texas.

The winners’ names were drawn at the United States Team Roping Championships(USTRC) Finals in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and the World Barrel Racing Productions (WBRP)Barrelnanza Finals in Waco, Texas. Members of and participants at all USTRC, WBRP and

United States Pony Club (USPC)events were invited to enter thedrawing for the Beamer Matrix IIscooters. Visitors to the Safe-Guard®

website - www.getrotationright.com -were also eligible to register for the drawing.

“We are always trying to thinkof creative and useful ways toreward our Safe-Guard®

customers,” said Brett Whitehead, director of equine and agriculture retail for Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health. “With the price of gas rising to unheard of levels, wethought about offering scooters so horse owners could use them at all the variouscompetitions and events that they take their horses to or just even as a way to ride aroundthe farm or ranch to help conserve gas. The goal was to provide a meaningful ‘perk’ toavid horse owners and the response to the giveaway was very positive.”

Scooter winner Diane Burns from Canton, Texas entered the scooter drawing at the Safe-Guard® booth at the USTRC finals.

“I am very excited about winning the scooter. I could not believe that out ofeveryone there I was the winner,” said Diane Burns. “I have been roping for 15 yearsand riding horses for 45 years. I plan on riding the scooter at the roping events and mygranddaughters are also excited about that too. I have used Safe-Guard® for years. It isa great option for deworming our horses. I really want to thank Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health for having the scooter giveaway and also for their sponsorship ofthe USTRC.”

Safe-Guard® (fenbendazole) equine dewormers have set the industry standard forsafe and effective parasite control in horses and are used by thousands of horse ownersacross the country to keep their horses healthy.

“Today, the investment that team ropers have in their animals is considerable,” saidJohn Findlay, USTRC marketing director. “That ,along with the affection our memberscontinue to have for their four-legged roping partners has led to an increased recognitionof the importance of proper management and health care. Intervet/Schering-PloughAnimal Health not only provides a vast array of animal health products to address theseconcerns, but also gets out in front of potential problems with timely and trustedprevention information.”

A proper vaccination program can significantly reduce the risk of influenza. Equine specialists recognize effective immunization protects the healthy horse by:

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and severity of clinical signs in an infected horse

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orsemen lost a great teacherwhen Ray Hunt left this world.He spent most of his life

working with horses and teaching othershow to relate to horses in better ways.Hunt wasn’t the first horseman to travela different path in handling horses,utilizing what has now become knownas “natural” horsemanship, but he wasprobably the person most responsiblefor teaching others about it. Hisstudents now continue his teachingmethods around the world, showinghorsemen there’s a better way to trainand work with their animals. Ray wasone of the first people to hold horse-handling clinics, long before they werecalled clinics.

Born in 1929 in Paul, Idaho, Ray grewup on a ranch between Mountain Homeand Bruneau, where his father raisedworkhorses and hired out as a teamsteron neighboring ranches during the1930’s. As a young man, Ray worked onranches in Nevada (including the T LazyS Ranch, where he learned more aboutcowboying). He was soon married andmoved his family to California where hecontinued to work on various ranches,starting a lot of young horses.

He became well acquainted with Billand Tom Dorrance, who had a large

influence on his training methods. Tomhelped him with a very difficult horsenamed Hondo that was unpredictable.Ray saw the potential in this horse anddidn’t want to give up on him. AfterTom’s help, Ray eventually showedHondo as a top competitor in manyworking cow-horse classes. Ray had tolearn to develop “feel”—a better andmore subtle way to communicate withthat horse. After experiencing whatseemed like a miraculoustransformation in Hondo, Hunt changedthe way he thought about and workedwith horses. Tom Dorrance had a uniqueway with horses, and Ray became theperson Tom mentored to communicatehis message to other people. Afterworking with Tom, Ray spent 45 years

teaching other horsemen.Ray and his wife Carolyn eventually

traveled all over the United States givingclinics and were invited to severalforeign countries including Australia. Hechose this avenue, even though he couldhave made a good living training horsesat home, because he wanted to be ableto help more horses by helping theirowners. He always said that the best part of a horse comes from the inside ofthe person. If the person can give evenfive percent, the horse would give 95percent, just to get along with theperson. The person handling the horsemerely needed to learn how to “feel” the horse.

At first, the things Hunt did withhorses were so different that his

methods were controversial.Some people brought really “bad”horses to try to prove that Huntcouldn’t “fix” them, but he alwaysmanaged to communicate withand help the horses.

Ray Hunt passed away March12, 2009, after fighting a battlewith COPD. Pat Parelli is one ofhis students who has become afamous horse-handling clinicianand after learning of Hunt’s death,Pat said, “He leaves a large legacy

RememberingRay Hunt

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of compassion for horses, and trulyhelped change the way people thinkabout being with a horse. Now that Rayhas graduated into horseman’s heaven, I am even more dedicated to carry on his message.” Parelli met Hunt in 1983 at the California Livestock Symposium.Parelli says Tom Dorrance, Ray Hunt and Ronnie Willis were the three masters of horsemanship who in oneway or another became his mentors, and Pat later hosted several of Ray Hunt’s clinics.

Another student, Tim Westfall, nowhosts clinics to teach people more abouthorsemanship and low-stressstockmanship using Hunt’s methods.Westfall recalls Ray saying that Hondowas the horse that made a differentmethod necessary, and that TomDorrance was the man who made this possible.

“Those two statements are true, but Iwould add that Ray Hunt is the man whotook it to the world. If Ray hadn’t taken itupon himself to go out there and spreadthe message, there would only be ahandful of buckaroos who had theopportunity to work alongside Tom, whowould even know about any of this. Ray’sgreatest contribution was that he sharedthis knowledge and taught it to so manypeople, in so many different disciplinesof horsemanship; he took it worldwide,”explains Westfall. “A lot of folks aregetting to where they understand thehorse more, and are not so quick toblame the horse for a problem. That’s ahuge first step.”

When Hunt used to ask Tom Dorrancefor help with a problem, Tom always saidyou need to look at what happened

before what happened- happened. “Tomwould say, back upand tell me whathappened before that.This is basic to tryingto understand thehorse. We are theteacher, but Raypointed out that welearn the most bylistening to the horse,”Westfall recalls. “Rayhad a lot of students.We weren’t necessarilythe best students, but

as Ray would always tell us, all you cando is the best you can do. Ray alwayssaid the human is full of opinions butthe horse is the truth. The bottom line isalways the horse.”

Another one of Ray Hunt’s students,Bryan Neubert, says most people cameto know Ray through the clinics. “Ididn’t meet him that way, however. I wasraised in Salinas, California, and BillDorrance was my neighbor. When I was14 years old, in 1968, I went to theMonterey Fair with Bill, and we’d sitthere and he’d comment on all thehorses as they were being shown. Raywas one of the people showing ahackamore horse, and Bill introducedme to him after the show,” says Neubert.“When I got out of school, I worked forDorrance full time, riding colts. A friendof mine had worked for Ray and I wentand rode with them one day. When I was working for Bill, Ray called andasked if he could borrow me for awhile.He had a bunch of colts and too many to ride. I ended up working for him four different times, starting colts.Sometimes he was taking care of cattlefor people, and we’d ride the colts onthose projects. It was fun, because it wasjust he and I, and it was a greatexperience. Sometimes we’d tradehorses, and I could feel what his horsefelt like, and I got to see how he rode the ones I’d been riding, and then I gotto feel what they felt like after he’d been on them for awhile. That was very educational.”

Hunt was quite different thanDorrance in the way he taught. “Ridingwith Ray was pure fun, but in some waysI learned more being around Ray. Bill

was very careful that I didn’t get intotrouble with a young horse. He’d watchme closely. Ray, however, would allowme to get into trouble and learn fromit. Both of them were valuable teachers,but I learned more from Ray,” saysNeubert. “I also worked for him on aranch in Nevada, one in New Mexicoand in California. I saw him at a fewclinics, but never really went to one ofthose unless it happened to be close by.I could foresee his influence. Evensome people who never met him gotstarted on some of the things hetaught—through other people whohave been around Ray.”

Hunt was able to see that some ofhis ideas and teaching would live on.“I’ve thought about Ray a lot, and havebeen thinking about him even more,now that he’s passed away. With thetechnology we have today, wherepeople can travel around so easily,maybe Ray has influencedhorsemanship more than anyone inhistory,” Neubert added. “When I waswith him we had a lot of fun. I doclinics for a living and I know what it’slike. The traveling is not fun. To try toinfluence a horse through a stranger isdifficult. When it was just him and me,we were working on the horsestogether and I think he was happierthan when I saw him in later years,”says Neubert. “I think back on thingswe did, and things he said. He was agood hand. It was hard to see himgradually get to the point he couldn’tdo it very much, and then to where hecouldn’t even ride, and I am sure thatwas very frustrating to him.”

Ray’s life influenced Neubert andmany others to teach more people. “Iwouldn’t be doing this if it weren’t forRay. He had a wonderful talent andencouraged me to do this. He helpedme with a lot of horses,” Neubertadded. Ray changed the way peoplethink about horses. One of the thingshe has often been quoted sayingincluded; “I can’t teach you this. I canonly get you aware of it.”

Neubert is one of many who nowtravel all over the country to put onclinics using much of what he learnedform Hunt. “It didn’t start all at once. Iwas working on ranches, and doing afew clinics on my vacation time. Then I


Once a student of Hunt, Tim Westfall continues to carry on thetradition of Hunt’s horsemanship clinics across the country.


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Memorial services were held for Ray Hunt in several places aroundthe world, including Era, Texas (March 21) and Australia, and atMountain Home, Idaho (held March 28, 2009). After attending thatgathering, Tim Westfall said, “When I looked on that empty saddle, withRay’s hat, chaps, riata and spade bit, it really hit me hard that he’sgone. I don’t think words can describe what a loss this truly is. For me, Iguess one of the most important lessons I learned from Ray is that whenyou think it can’t be done or you think you can’t understand something,you need to reach inside yourself and dig some more. It has to comefrom inside you and you’ve got to want it more than you ever wantedanything else in the world. There’s no such thing as quit.”

Westfall says that what Ray taught is important in all aspects of life.“It just fits. It works for every situation, in every part of life. I can’timagine working with a horse without this.”

Ray’s wife Carolynmade these commentsat the memorial: “Fewof us will ever doanything that will berecognized orremembered by morethan a handful ofpeople. We are notgreat. Greatness comesalong so rarely thatwhen we see it, wewant to touch it. RayHunt allowed us totouch greatness, to be apart of it. He was a trulygreat horseman, who offered us all a chance to be a part of somethinggreat. He was one of the great motivators. Ray believed in you and hadthe capacity to make you believe in yourself. He believed in the horseand encouraged you to believe.”

“Once you’ve known Ray you will carry him with you forever. Youhear his voice, see his face, and long for his approval. You remember histongue-lashings and lectures. With each success you want Ray to knowabout it. With each failure you want to apologize for not being rightwithin yourself. Ray refused to accept “can’t” and taught us not to use itas an excuse. His voice is never far away. He taught us that the horseand life are only going to give back what we are willing and capable ofputting into them.”

“Ray hunt was a legend in his own time. His legacy will live onthrough his students and all who come after. His dream was to somedaysee a child working with a horse, mentally and physically attuned toeach other. When the child is asked, “Where did you learn to work witha horse that way?” the child will answer: “Is there any other way?”

Ray Hunt’s contributions will never be forgotten. He was inducted intothe California Reined Cow Horse Hall of Fame in 2004, and was namedthe first Western Horseman of the Year in 2005.

Ray Hunt

In Remembranceleft the ranch life and started ridingcolts for people. I began doing clinicsfulltime during the early 1990’s,”Neubert said. “Often in my travelspeople tell me that Ray Hunt toldthem to come to one of my clinics. He sent me a lot of business. Heinfluenced my horsemanship, my lifeand my business.”

Almost everyone you talk to whoknew Ray Hunt will tell you he made adifference in their life, not just theirhorse-handling. “Ray’s philosophyhas such far-reaching applications inso many areas of life; it’s really a wholephilosophy of life,” says Westfall. It’salso more enjoyable to work horsesthis way. It doesn’t have to be astruggle. You are dealing with a 1000-plus pound animal and you aren’tgoing to win, using force. You mustwork with the horse’s mind. “It goesfrom your hands to their minds, totheir feet; you control their feetthrough your mind,” says Westfall. “Inorder to work with the horses’ minds,however, you have to reallyunderstand their mind. Ray used tosay you have to make the right thingeasy and the wrong thing difficult.That’s the essence of ‘feel’, tounderstand things from the horses’point of view and then let your ideabecome their idea. Then you geteverything you ask for, way beyondyour wildest expectations,” explains Westfall.

In closing, we can remember thewords of Ray Hunt as saying, “Mybelief in life is that we can all get along together if we try to understandone another…You’ll meet a lot ofpeople and have a lot ofacquaintances, but as far as havingfriends—they are very rare and veryprecious. But every horse you ride canbe your friend because you ask this ofthem. This is real important to me.You can ask the horse to do yourthing, but you ASK him; you offer it tohim in a good way. You fix it up and lethim find it. You do not make anythinghappen, no more than you can make afriendship begin.” ■

For more information about Ray Hunt, look at his website:www.rayhunt.com



In the beginning, God created theheavens and the earth. Sometimeafter that…and no one really knows

exactly when…man created something,commonly referred to as “Team Roping.”

As the USTRC celebrates its 20thyear…yes, it’s been that long…it seemsappropriate to take a look back at thesport as a whole and consider how far ithas come in such a relatively shortamount of time. It’s been said that youcan’t effectively move forward if youdon’t know where you came from. Sowith that said, we’ll take a short butsignificant foray into USTRC’s history, tobetter appreciate exactly how it gotwhere it is today.

This is by no means an attempt topost a historical record of team ropingin its entirety. Instead, it’s a brief tripbackward, before the onset of theUSTRC, where we can take a closer lookat the development of manyconventions that ropers now accept asbeing synonymous with the sport itself.

The origins of the sport are not welldefined. While many proclaim thebeginning to have taken root in centralCalifornia well over a hundred years ago,the true place and time of the first teamroping competition is, and undoubtedlyalways will be, in dispute. What seemsobvious is that it developed from theactual practice of heading and heelingcattle too large for one man and onehorse to handle, in an effort to performa process that required said bovine to berelatively incapacitated for a shortperiod of time. Not surprisingly, thecowboys/vaqueros of the time quicklyturned this into a competition.

As is common within the sometimesmundane atmosphere of ranch life,establishing one’s aptitude for such taskswas most likely a priority among theyoung and restless cowhands. No doubtbragging rights were soon to follow andquickly spilled over from ranch to

neighboring ranch. Addressing thequestion of, “Who’s the best?” could beanswered only one way... Let’s have aTeam Roping!

This is a simple tale, yet important.The first problem that had to be solvedis the very first problem ropers have toaddress today…Whose cattle are wegoing to rope? Though early cattlebarons may initially have donated theuse of cattle for such competitions, thefact remains, they were cattle barons,and as such, fully understood thatimposing the kinds of demands on theircattle necessary for such competitionsadversely affected the value by way ofknocking weight off of them. Naturally,for competitions of this nature tocontinue and proliferate, thosesupplying cattle had to becompensated….Enter, “Stock Charge.”

So there you have it….the elementalbeginnings of team roping as we knowit. All that was required were a couple ofguys handy with a rope and a horse,someone to supply cattle, and the desireto prove who could best head and heelsome form of bovine species. No“classifications,” no “divisions,” no“incentives,” no barriers, no dress code,no buckles, no “truck ropings” andprobably, no prize money…..Just “manoy mano” and “Let’s see who’s the best.”

Of course, with any competition,there have to be rules. As a result, ruleswere largely conceived and imposed ona case by case, roping by roping basis upuntil team roping fell within theconfines of what is now recognized asmodern rodeo competition. Even so, ittruly was not until the USTRC came intoexistence that there was a universallyaccepted, written set of rules that ropersand roping producers began tocollectively lean upon and adhere to.

Given this scenario, it becomes prettyapparent that there is one final elementrequired for team roping to become

sustainable…..Prize Money!As mentioned, ropers need cattle,

and the use of cattle for team roping isnot free. Someone had to pay for the useof the cattle…and of course it wasn’tlong before that burden landed in thelap of the team ropers themselves.Naturally, if it’s going to cost somethingto compete, there needs to besomething to gain….and with that…thecattle provider morphed into ropingproducer and…….Yahtzee!.....the sportof team roping was born.

Languishing in relative obscurity fordecades, the current form of modernteam roping slowly began to take shape.Still, one final piece had to be added tothe mix to elevate the sport to the nextlevel. That piece, not unlike the samepiece that drives every part of a freemarket society, was the recognition ofteam ropers as unique and identifiable“consumers.”

It wasn’t a sudden epiphany or anovernight realization that roperspresented an entirely new market, butmost likely a rather simple case of fillinga need that had previously not existed.Ropers needed ropes… saddles…horses… and all the other tools andservices that make team roping happen.First, a maker of ropes specificallyproduces one for a roper. He uses it…itworks better than what he usedbefore…..and ….the rest is history.

So there it is, the catalyst whichserved as a springboard for modernteam roping was the recognition thatteam ropers were indeed a new group ofconsumers, and in a free market system,consumers are the driving force.

During the late 1970’s there weresome that could see the potential of thegroup as a whole, and therefore thevalue of the sport. Still, in thefragmented and clannish climate of thetime, it was a potential that was onlyscarcely recognizable.

Some feeble attempts to organize thesport began with moderate success asthe 70’s rolled into the 80’s. Still theorganization of ropers was a difficultpath, fraught with a number ofobstacles. As it turned out, however, itwas one of these very obstacles whichproved to be the key in unifying teamropers for the very first time, from coast


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from HOOey,these brand newstyles will beunique and comfortably hip.

To check out all the new HOOeystyles and find retailers in your area, goto www.getyourhooey.com.

RESISTOL

Resistol hats are “The best All-Around”hat standing true to the name. Resistingall types of weather, Resistol hats offers astylish look and an unmistakably qualitycowboy hat. With over 80 years ofexperience Resistol is a name that manyhave grown to trust. Demand for Resistolhats continues making Resistol thelargest manufacturer of headwear in theworld, as a part of Hatco, Inc.

Resistol and the USTRC go back a longway and today’s lineup of Resistol hatsreflects the long standing partnershipwith traditional style, true Americanfavorite cowboy hat banded and buckledwith the USTRC shield. For moreinformation about Resistol or to seeavailable colors and styles, including theUSTRC line of Resistol hats, head towww.resistolhat.com

COWGIRL TUFFFor the ladies of team roping, Cowgirl

Tuff has a 2009 line up of jeans that notonly hit high marks in today’s fashion,but are guaranteed to turn heads. Youcan find your pair of great Cowgirl Tuff

jeans at a store near you by heading towww.CowgirlTuffCo.com for a list ofdealers in your area.Don’t Fence Me In

These arethe jeans forthe everydaycowgirl. Alittle bit ofedge with alot ofcomfort.They aregreat for riding or justhangin’ out at the ranch.

Wild & WoolyThese jeans come

standard with extremecomfort and some “Tuff”lookin’ pockets. They,too, include a greateveryday fit.

CRUEL GIRLCruel Girl is the number one brand

worn by today’s women of the sport andthe USTRC is proud to recognize themas one of its major sponsors. It is nowonder the Cruel Girl Championshipsheld each year at the Cinch USTRCNational Finals of Team Roping inOklahoma City, Oklahoma is one of theevent’s most popular attractions.

Cruel Girl leads the way in today’shottest trends and most reliable jeans forwomen who enjoy team roping and theWestern way of life. You can find all of thegreatest Cruel Girl styles at Western wearstores all across the country, includingsome of their newest styles that are hittingthe shelves now and throughout 2009!

Skylar Jean from Cruel Girl

The Cruel Girl brand is famous forbringing the newest fits andtrendiest denim to the markettoday, and the new Skylarmedium stonewash denim is agreat example of that. Thestylish and flattering jeanfeatures a double backpocket, firework stitchingon the back pocket withhand sanding and ablind hem. This is a

CINCHThe Cinch brand and USTRC go

together like a hand and glove.Cinch is a long time supporter of thesport of team roping and a majorsponsor of the USTRC. Cinch is thenew title sponsor of the USTRCNational Finals of Team Roping(NFTR).

Cinch jeans have become a stapleamong team ropers and the Westernworld in general. Their great lookingjeans come in a variety of styles,keeping today’s ropers looking theirbest. Western Wear stores all acrossthe country keep their shelvesstocked with all of the greatest Cinchstyles and will add to them as theyear rolls by.Cobra Jean

The new CinchCobra jean is ready forsummer! This brandnew fit is characterizedas being on the slimmerside of a relaxed fittingjean. This jean carries adark rinse with handsanding that adds theperfect amount ofdetail to this greatfitting jean. With aclean back pocket, thisjean is fashion forwardand ready for you towear! Look for theCobra starting in June.

HOOeyT’s available Summer 09!

To go along with its fast-growing hatselection, HOOey is launching its much-anticipated T-shirt line. As you’d expect

Today’s Team Roping Fashion

Today’s roping arena is filled with a variety of individuals. Men, women and kids of all ages chasetheir championships dreams each and every weekend from coast to coast. Clothing manufacturershave caught on to the new phenomenon and as much as the people in the sport of team roping are

diverse, so too are the fashions they wear. Hats, boots, shirts and jeans, the modern team roper definitely hasa style all of their own.

Truly, the flare of the rodeo cowboy is still alive and well and so the styles continue to evolve. Not only dothe new styles offer more modern day designs to today’s cowboys and cowgirls, the fashion trends have beendeveloped to offer more satisfaction in the way of comfort and durability. Here is a look at the latest cowboyand cowgirl fashions and the companies that manufacture them.

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premier bootcut jean and is availablein June from the Cruel Girl brand.

Mattie JeanThe Cruel Girl Mattie jean is

loaded with details and is agreat flap pocket jean. The

contrast stitching combinedwith the contruction detailsmakes this jean rock starquality. A low rise bootcut

jean that looks good ona night out or on

horseback. Look for this jean starting inJuly from the great Cruel Girl brand.

TONY LAMA

Tony Lama is the manufacturer of thebest made work and riding boots on themarket today. All leather constructionand a handcrafted fit, that’s the legacy ofTony Lama kept alive by a select group ofbootmakers who have earned the right tobe called craftsmen.

The USTRC and Tony Lama havejoined together to make a line of bootsjust for team ropers. You can spot theseboots at your local Western store asthey include the USTRC shield. Notonly will you stand out, but they arecomfortable to wear and will withstandthe heavy use in the team roping arena.

Visit Tony Lama’s website atwww.tonylama.com for moreinformation and locations of dealersnear you.

WRANGLERWrangler® StretchesComfort to a New Levelwith George StraitAction Fit Jean

Combining two of thebiggest names in Westernstyle to once again presentthe best in denim apparel,the George Strait CowboyCut Collection by Wrangler®

offers the George StraitAction Fit with FlexDenim jean to providesuperior comfort in motion with theultimate blend of function and fit.

Pairing classic Wrangler construction

in a heavy-weight 13-ounce denim withvery light stretch for superior ease ofmovement, the jean sports a nylonwaistband that allows enhanced ninepercent stretch, significantly more thanregular denim waistbands—but withoutthe “old man jeans” look. A beautiful stonewashed finish with subtle hand sandingadds a youthful, slightly worn touch.

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Contemporary fits, fabrics and stylesmake Wrangler Premium Patch theperfect choice for the fashion-consciousWestern shoppers whose style seekingleads them to look beyond the traditionalWestern wardrobe.

LAWMAN Savannah Series

In a perfect world, ariding jean should fit likea second skin, offeringtotal comfort andsupport wherenecessary. Long inthe leg, firm in theseat, and flexibleenough to bendand stretch with arider’s every move, theideal garment has tobe tough and durable, too.

Lawman has perfected both thetechnology and design to create thatperfect jean and delivers it in the newSavannah Series, a consumer-drivencollection created to serve the horsewoman, country wide.

As always, one step ahead of thepack, Lawman delivers solidperformance as well as fashionablestyle. Look for the new signatureLawman “L” on the back pocket of everySavannah jean, making them easy to

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Sophisticated Western Style

Women over 30 wholove the Westernlifestyle aren’t tradingin great looks and funactivities for maturity.On the contrary,yesterday’s rodeo sweethearts andWestern riders have become activeyoung singles, mothers, and career girlswho intend to keep on doing all thethings they always loved, from linedancing to barrel racing and more —

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Roper Apparel and Footwear has beenoffering cowboys and cowgirls the best infashion, comfort and quality for manyyears. They continue to be a trend-setterwith new lines of products for men,women, boys and girls in both theclothing and footwear line. No doubt thename Roper goes hand in hand with thesport of team roping, and their styles ofproducts continue to offer team ropers afashion that helps set them apart.

For a full line of the newest RoperApparel and Footwear, head towww.eroper.com. Not only can you seetheir new fashions, but you can finddealer locations near you, national eventsthat Roper will be heading to throughoutthe year and a list of your favorite cowboyor cowgirl sponsored by Roper Outerwearand Footwear.

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he air was crisp, clear and quitecold. There was a haze in the

distance as the black coal dustdrifted over the snow and cast a grayfilm over the white. Ton Jo brushed theblack dust off his face but it onlysmeared across his brow and gave hima bruised look.

“Ton Jo,” the line boss said. “You getback in that mine. We got a deadline tomeet.” Ton Jo shrugged. He was usedto the yelling from the line boss.

“I go Line Boss,” he hollered back.“I go!” Scrambling toward the darkentrance of the mine Ton Jo smiled.“Good country here,” he said out loud.“Live here long time no matter whathappen! Good country! No matterhard work; good country. Make greathistory here.”

“Ton Jo,” the line boss screamed

again and the little Chinese manscuttled out of sight.

Rocksprings, Wyoming is goodcountry. Located in southwest Wyomingit is at the strategic crossroads ofInterstate 80 and US Highway 191. It ison the north and south corridor runningfrom Mexico all the way to Canada andconnects Arches National Park, Moab,and the Dinosaur National Monumentto the Tetons and Yellowstone.

Historically known as the “Gateway

to the West” the area’s high desertscenery is magnificent. It is in this area,on June 26 through June 28, when thedoors of the Sweetwater County EventsComplex will swing open for the RedDesert Classic. With Bill Cornia of C&CRoping at the helm, the Red DesertClassic will provide a phenomenalweekend of good USTRC Team Ropingin addition to a weekend taking in allthe sights and activities Rocksprings hasto offer. Rich in history, from the

Red Desert ClassicSweetwater County Events ComplexRocksprings, WyomingJune 26-28 2009

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settling of the West to the greatRocksprings Massacre involvingChinese miners, the area is a hotbedof things to do and see.

If you come to rope, take an extraday to look around and partake of theaction the area has to offer. Withunique off-road and waterrecreational resources, the area is alsorich in impressive wildlife, makingRocksprings a recreation destinationunique among the many favoredWyoming destinations. The historicFlaming Gorge, Killpecker SandDunes and the gorgeous Red Desertare but a heartbeat away.

There are a variety of recreationalfacilities available in Rockspringssuch as Paul J. Wataha RecreationArea Complex, which is home to aneighteen-hole championship golfcourse complete with a driving range,pro shop and restaurant. There arealso tennis courts, a fishing pond, a

pavilion and picnic grounds. Thereare also facilities for skating, rockclimbing and sightseeing.

Rocksprings is also home toWestern Wyoming CommunityCollege, which houses a stunningNatural History Museum. There isalso an awesome Dinosaur Exhibit foreducational purposes.

Not only is there a lot to see and dowhen you visit Rocksprings but thepeople are warm, friendly andaccommodating. They enjoy USTRCTeam Ropers spending time in theircommunity. Good food, goodaccommodations and some goodUSTRC Team Roping make the Red


Desert Classic a priority for the weekend. Perhaps Ton Jo had a little insight

when he vowed to make Rocksprings hishome long ago. Plan to visit Rockspringsfor the Red Desert Classic. Ton Jo has ahistory there. It will be worth taking thetime to check it out. ■

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www.drugmuseum.org Entertainment✫ Oklahoma Territorial Museum

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South Dakota ChampionshipsJuly 3-5, 2009Central States Fairgrounds – Expo CenterRapid City, South Dakota www.visitrapidcity.comYost Events Inc and Ty Yost 208-863-4310

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Holiday Inn Rapid City - Rushmore Plaza Hotel

www.holidayinn.com Hotel✫ Radisson Hotel - Rapid City Mt. Rushmore

www.radissonrapidcity.com Hotel✫ Howard Johnson Rapid City

www.hojo.com Hotel✫ Firehouse Brewing Co.

www.firehousebrewing.com Restaurant✫ Shooters Steakhouse & Sports

www.shooterssteakhouse.com Restaurant

✫ Meadowbrook Golf Coursewww.rcgov.org Golf

✫ Rapid City Elks Golf Coursewww.visitrapidcity.com Golf

✫ Cheers Sports Bar & Casinowww.grandgatewayhotel.com Entertainment

✫ Hooky Jack’s & Phatty McGee’s Entertainment✫ Rushmore Waterslide Park

www.rushmorewaterslide.com Entertainment✫ Sioux Indian Museum Office

www.journeymuseum.org Entertainment✫ Saloon No. 10

www.saloon10.com Entertainment✫ Mount Rushmore National Memorial

www.nps.gov Entertainment✫ Cosmos of the Blackhills

www.cosmosmysteryarea.com Entertainment

Eastern Regional FinalsJuly 9-12, 2009Tennessee Miller ColiseumMurfreesboro, TennesseeUSTRC www.ustrc.com

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Baymont Inn and Suites

www.baymontinns.com Hotel✫ Holiday Inn Express

www.hiexpress.com Hotel✫ Red Roof Inn

www.redroof.com Hotel✫ Demos’ Steak & Spaghetti House

www.demosrestaurants.com Restaurant✫ Longhorn Steakhouse

www.longhornsteakhouse.com Restaurant✫ Bonefish Grill - Murfreesboro

www.bonefishgrill.com Restaurant✫ Old Fort Golf Course

www.murfreesborotn.gov Golf✫ Indian Hills Golf Club

www.indianhillsgc.com Golf✫ Stampede Dance Hall & Saloon

www.stampededancehall.net Entertainment✫ GO USA Fun Park

www.gousafunpark.com Entertainment✫ Premiere 6 Theatre

www.premiere6.com Entertainment✫ Stones River National Battlefield

www.nps.gov Entertainment✫ Oaklands Historic House Museum

www.oaklandsmuseum.org Entertainment

The Blackhawk ChampionshipsJuly 16-19, 2009Blackhawk ArenaSalina, Utah www.salinacity.orgLoad ‘Em in the Dark Cattle Co 202-251-3170

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Super 8 Salina/ Scenic Hills Area

www.super8.com Hotel✫ Rodeway Inn Salina

www.rodewayinn.com Hotel✫ Best Western

435-529-7455 Hotel✫ Mom’s Cafe

(435) 529-3921 Restaurant✫ El Mexicano Restaurant

www.rosamexicano.com Restaurant✫ Cove View Golf Course

www.coveviewgolf.com Restaurant✫ Paradise Golf Course: 9 Holes Driving Range

www.utah.com Golf✫ Salina Swimming Pool

(435) 529-1237 Entertainment✫ Central Utah Art Center

www.cuartcenter.org Entertainment✫ Territorial Statehouse State Park Museum

Entertainment✫ State House Museum

(435) 743-5316 Entertainment

Nebraska ChampionshipsJuly 17-19, 2009Custer County FairgroundsBroken Bow, Nebraska www.brokenbow-ne.comJeff and Cindy Smith 620-422-3632

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Gateway Motel

308-872-2478 Hotel✫ Americas Best Value Inn

308-872-6428 Hotel✫ Bosselmans Motel

308-872-6842 Hotel✫ Wagon Wheel

308-872-2433 Hotel✫ Bonfire Grill

www.bonfire-grill.com Restaurant✫ Emily’s Soda Fountain

(308) 872-5200 Restaurant✫ Cattlemans

(308) 858-4600 Restaurant

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✫ Steakhouse(308) 446-2385 Restaurant

✫ Broken Bow Country Clubwww.brokenbowcountryclub.com Golf

✫ Sylvesters, Inc.(308) 872-6204 Entertainment

✫ Historical Museumwww.rootsweb.ancestry.com Entertainment

✫ Tiffany Theatrewww.tiffanytheater.com Entertainment

✫ Broken Bow: Swimming Pool(308) 872-5177 Entertainment

Colorado ChampionshipsJuly 24-26, 2009Penrose Stadium Outdoor ArenaColorado Springs, Colorado www.springsgov.comJeff and Cindy Smith 620-422-3632Ike and Mary Cox 660-425-6087

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Travel Lodge

719-632-4600 Hotel✫ La Quinta Inn

1-800-531-5900 Hotel✫ Double Tree

719-576-8900 Hotel✫ Travel Lodge South

719-632-7077 Hotel✫ Phantom Canyon Brewing Co.

www.phantomcanyon.com Restaurant✫ Giuseppe’s Old Depot Restaurant

www.giuseppes-depot.com Restaurant✫ Famous Steak House

www.restauranteur.com Restaurant ✫ Flying W Chuckwagon Suppers

www.flyingw.com Restaurant

✫ Saltgrass Steakhousewww.saltgrass.com Restaurant

✫ Cherokee Ridge Golf Coursewww.cherokeeridgegolfcourse.com Golf

✫ Springs Ranch Golf Clubwww.springsranchgolfclub.com Golf

✫ Loonees Comedy Cornerwww.loonees.com Entertainment

✫ 13 Pure Night Club & BistroEntertainment

✫ Garden of the Gods Visitor Centerwww.gardenofgods.com Entertainment

✫ Ghost Town Museumwww.ghosttownmuseum.com Entertainment

✫ Cheyenne Mountain Zoowww.cmzoo.org Entertainment

✫ Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame & Museumwww.prorodeohalloffame.com Entertainment

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Pacific Coast ClassicJuly 23-26, 2009Salinas Sports ComplexSalinas, California www.ci.salinas.ca.usUSTRC www.ustrc.com

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Laurel Inn

1-800-354-9831 Hotel✫ Holiday Inn Express Salinas Hotel

www.hiexpress.com Hotel✫ Red Lobster Restaurants

www.redlobster.com Restaurant✫ Hullaballoo Restaurant

www.hullaballoorestaurant.com Restaurant✫ Fisherman’s Wharf of Monterey

www.abalonettimonterey.com Restaurant✫ Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.

www.bubbagump.com Restaurant ✫ Twin Creeks Golf Course

(831) 442-6922 www.twincreeks.com Golf✫ Salinas Fairways Golf Course

(831) 758-7300 www.salinasgc.com Golf✫ Across the Prairie

(831) 754-5636 Entertainment✫ John Steinbeck Museum-Salinas

www.steinbeck.org Entertainment✫ Kiddy Golf

www.kiddygolf.com Entertainment✫ Monterey Bay Aquarium

www.montereybayaquarium.org Entertainment✫ Monterey Whale Watching

www.montereywhalewatching.com Entertainment

Montana ChampionshipsJuly 25-26, 2009Yost ArenaBillings, Montana ci.billings.mt.usYost Events Inc and Ty Yost 208-863-4310

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ War Bonnet Inn

406-248-7761 Hotel✫ The Grand Montana-Billings Hotel

www.holidayinn.com Hotel✫ Fuddruckers

www.fuddruckers.com Restaurant✫ Montana’s Rib & Chop House

www.ribandchophouse.com Restaurant✫ Texas Roadhouse - Billings

www.texasroadhouse.com Restaurant✫ Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar

www.buffalowildwings.com Restaurant✫ Hilands Golf Club

www.hilandsgolfclub.com Golf✫ Lake Hills Golf Club

www.lakehillsgolf.com Golf✫ Wild West Saloon

www.eatanddrink.net Entertainment✫ Winners Circle Sports Bar

(406) 656-2800 Restaurant✫ Pictograph Caves State Park

www.pictographcave.org Entertainment

✫ Go Native Americawww.gonativeamerica.com Entertainment

✫ Peter Yegen Jr. Yellowstone County Museumwww.pyjrycm.org Entertainment

✫ Nutra-Lix(406) 248-3631 Entertainment

Dally for DinosaursJuly 31-August 2, 2009Western Fair ParkVernal, Utah www.go-utah.com/vernalC&C RopingBill Cornia 435-793-5035

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Western Plaza

435-789-9550 Hotel✫ Western Lamplighter

435-789-0312 Hotel✫ Seven Eleven Cafe

www.711ranchrestaurant.com Restaurant✫ Cobblerock Restaurant

(435) 789-8578 Restaurant✫ Dinaland Golf Course

(435) 781-1428 Golf✫ New Cassidy’s Club

1350 E Main St, Vernal Entertainment✫ Western Park Museum

(435) 789-7399 Entertainment✫ Field House-Natural Hist Museum

(435) 789-3799 Entertainment✫ Red Fleet State Park

www.utah.com Entertainment

West Arkansas ClassicJuly 31-August 2, 2009Kay Rodgers Park – Harper StadiumFort Smith , Arkansas www.fortsmith.orgDenny and Lynn Flynn 479-965-6800

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Comfort Inn

479-484-0227 Hotel✫ Hampton Inn Ft. Smith

www.hamptoninn.com Hotel✫ Outback Steakhouse

www.outbacksteakhouse.com Restaurant✫ Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon

www.lonestarsteakhouse.com Restaurant✫ Logan’s Roadhouse

www.logansroadhouse.com Restaurant✫ Lin’s Garden Chinese Restaurant

(479) 484-5090 Restaurant✫ Links At Fort Smith Golf

(479) 648-9691 Golf✫ Fort Smith Country Club

www.fortsmith.com Golf✫ Grand Slam Golf & Baseball

www.grandslamfun.com Entertainment✫ Putt Putt Golf & Games

(479) 646-3677 Entertainment✫ Electric Cowboy

www.electriccowboy.com Entertainment

✫ Fort Smith Museum of Historywww.fortsmithmuseum.com Entertainment

✫ Choctaw Casino-Pocolawww.choctawcasinos.com Entertainment

Lonestar Regional FinalsAugust 6-9, 2009Heart of Texas Fair ComplexWaco, Texas www.wacocvb.comUSTRC www.ustrc.com

Great Eats, Entertainment and Visitor Info✫ Sleep Inn

www.sleepinnhewitt.com Hotel✫ Quality Inn & Suites Waco

www.qualityinn.com Hotel ✫ George’s Restaurant & Catering

www.georgesrestaurant.com Restaurant✫ Lake Brazos Steakhouse

www.lakebrazossteakhouse.com Restaurant✫ Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon

www.lonestarsteakhouse.com Restaurant✫ Texas Roadhouse - Waco

www.texasroadhouse.com Restaurant✫ Logan’s Roadhouse

www.logansroadhouse.com Restaurant✫ La Fiesta Mexican Restaurant

www.lafiesta.com Restaurant✫ Catfish King of Waco

(254) 753-7700 Restaurant✫ Cottonwood Creek Golf Course

www.waco-texas.com Golf✫ Lake Waco Country Club

thelakecountryclub.com Golf✫ Waco-City of: Cameron Park Zoo

www.cameronparkzoo.com Entertainment✫ Dr Pepper Museum: Gift Shop

www.drpeppermuseum.com Entertainment✫ Waco-City of Texas Ranger Hall of Fame & Museum

www.texasranger.org Entertainment ✫ Texas Sports Hall of Fame

www.tshof.org Entertainment✫ Waco Water Park

www.waco-texas.com Entertainment✫ Supersaver 6

www.starplexcinemas.com Entertainment✫ Waco Hippodrome Theatre

www.wacoperformingarts.org Entertainment

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1. Clay Tryan 61 2. Ty N. Blasingame 48 3. Drew Horner 47 4. Brandon Beers 47 5. Derrick J. Begay 42 6. Kelly Barker 33 7. Casey Hilley 32 8. Jake Cooper 30 9. Chris Lawson 29 10. Travis J. Tryan 28 11. Justin V. Davis 27 12. Mike Bacon 27 13. Chad Masters 26 14. David Key 26 15. Charly B. Crawford 25 16. Adam Rose 23 17. Tanner C. Watt 21 18. Colter D. Todd 20 19. Cody O'dell 19 20. Matt Funk 19 21. Shane Philipp 18 22. Cody Joe Heflin 18 23. Delon L. Parker 18 24. Jason S. Tucker, Jr. 18 25. Cody McMinn 17 26. Wes Kent 17 27. Cory W. Kidd V 17 28. Jason Arndt 17 29. Jake Barnes 17 30. Ed M. Necochea 17 31. Trevor Brazile 16 32. Blake H. Hughes 16 33. Blaine A. Linaweaver 16 34. Ty A. Trammell 16 35. Ross J. Farias 16 36. Garrett L. Tonozzi 15 37. Chad W. Saunders 15 38. Ken Miranda 15 39. Shawn Hagler 15 40. Speed Williams 14 41. Jake W. Kropik 14 42. Turtle B. Powell 14 43. Nelson R. Linares 14 44. Casey D. Gattis 13 45. Travis L. Bounds 13 46. Josh Bruce 13 47. Steve Purcella 12 48. Joe Beaver 12 49. Kaleb Driggers 12

1. Cory Petska 88 2. Patrick Smith 36 3. Riley K. Pedro 35 4. Cesar DeLaCruz 33 5. Kory Koontz 33 6. Buddy E. Hawkins II 32 7. Dryce M. Stoner 31 8. Russell Cardoza, Jr. 30 9. Clint Summers 30 10. Cody Hintz 29 11. Allen L. Bach 27 12. Andy Carlson 27 13. Ty Ethridge 25 14. Ryan N. Powell 24 15. Arky Rogers 23 16. Cole Davison 23 17. Wade Clayton 23 18. Jade Corkill 23 19. Mickey Gomez 23 20. Paul Eaves 22 21. Shawn Kreder 22 22. Clay O. Cooper 21 23. Kollin D. VonAhn 21 24. Bo Patzke 21 25. Bobby Baize 20 26. Marty Becker 19 27. Jimmie R. Cooper 19 28. Todd Trammell 19 29. Derrick T. Younger 19 30. Mike Beers 18

$10,000 to Year End High Point Header and Heeler $5,000 to runners-up.

Place Name Total

Place Name Total

Place Name Total31. J. W. Cotton 18 32. Jade Willis 18 33. Adam G. Plyler 18 34. Kinney Dale Harrell 17 35. York Gill 17 36. Nicky F. Simmons 17 37. Terry Selland 17 38. Victor T. Aros 17 39. Caleb C. Twisselman 17 40. Martin Lucero 16 41. Rich Skelton 16 42. Travis J. Woodard 16 43. Trevor B. Connolly 16 44. Shotgun Passig 16 45. Levi T. Tyan 16 46. Brandon Bates 16 47. Zanga Schutte 16 48. Caleb Humphries 16 49. Michael E. Bratton II 16 50. Tim Gonzales 16 51. Jhett E. Johnson 16 52. Jay D. McClain 15 53. Cody D. Robbins 15 54. Jay Holmes 15 55. Kevin Hill 15 56. Shay D. Carroll 14 57. Tyler Barton 14 58. Olin Pulham 14 59. Pat J. Woodcock 14 60. Wade E. Hooker 14

50. Chance E. Kelton 12 51. Jered A. Hollaway 12 52. Colt A. Braden 12 53. Nick L. Pullara, Jr. 12 54. Pat Grieve 12 55. Tyler D. Magnus 11 56. Cale Markham 11 57. Riley S. Minor 11 58. Scooter W. Nolen, Jr. 10 59. Derick J. Fleming 10 60. Aaron Tsinigine 10 61. Jake M. Weddle 10

Place Name Total Place Name Total62. Joshua P. McMillan 10 63. Lance A. Fillmore 10 64. Randy Brun 10 65. Steve Young 10 66. Daniel Green 10 67. Morgan Jones 10 68. Jake W. Stanley 10 69. Matt Sherwood 10 70. Garett C. Smith 10 71. Troy R. Kitchener 10 72. Jordan Olson 10 73. Joel Bach 10

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Includes your distinctive Gold Spur card complete with your name, USTRC ID number and handicap classification. You will also receive monthly issues of SuperLooper Magazine, as well as all the regular services offered by the USTRC.

GOLD SPUR DOUBLE NUMBER MEMBERSHIP The double number membership includes everything in the Gold Spur membership, but with classification numbers issued for both heading and heeling. For those wishing to receive a dual classification for the first time or has an expired double number, please complete the information on the following page.

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Available to immediate family members residing in the same household ONLY.

at time of application. Please add the names, birth date, Social Security number, USTRC ID number (if renewal) and the relationship of the family member to the primary Gold Spur member (son, daughter, spouse – legal proof required) in the space provided on the application form.

JR. LOOPER MEMBERSHIP A FREE membership available to children 12 years of age or younger at the time of application. Members will receive a Jr. Looper card detailing name, USTRC ID number and birth date. Valid proof of age required (birth certificate, baptism record, etc.).

LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP

older. Includes everything in a Gold Spur membership for a one-time-only fee.

CANADIAN GOLD SPUR MEMBERSHIP For Canadian USTRC members. Same as the Gold Spur membership, with your SuperLooper Magazine sent USPS Foreign Mail Service.

DOUBLE NUMBERS Forget about filling out the form or sending the double number application fee for a dual classification. The application fee is waived for Gold Plus members and the Gold Plus service representative will take your request for a double number over the phone. (Also available to additional family members.)

APPEALs SERVICE Think your classification is too high? If you meet the necessary requirements, your Gold Plus service representative will file the necessary appeal forms with no hassle and no application fee, with one phone call at

LATE ENTRIES Miss the pre-entry deadline? Don’t panic! As a Gold Plus member, you may enter up to one week after the regular pre-entry postmark deadline without paying late fees (NFTR entries may be excluded.) Just phone your entries in and your fees will be charged to your credit card. (Full payment must be made for team.)

NEED A PARTNER? To the extent possible, the Gold Plus service representative will make every effort to get you just the right-numbered partner to replace the one who had to cancel.

PERSONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY & INSURANCE SERVICES This policy is automatic for all Gold Plus members. By purchasing a Gold Plus

personal liability coverage for any horse-related accident while using the USTRC

loss of one or more fingers. In addition, Gold Plus members will get the USTRC discounts on the horse mortality insurance and other insurance services. (Not available to additional family members or spouses. Spouse insurance may be purchased for

STALL SERVICE Want your stalls ready and waiting when you get there? When advertised at selected ropings, Gold Plus members will be the beneficiaries of our Gold Plus stall reservation service. Stalls will be limited to two per Gold Plus member.

USTRC’s premier value-added membership package. Available to ropers 18 years of age or older. Only ropers 21 years of age or older will be eligible to compete in Gold Plus ropings.

The USTRC Gold Plus membership is our premium membership package. If you want value-added benefits, this is the membership package for you! Included are all the features of the Gold Spur membership PLUS extended privileges and services to meet the special needs of those who value convenience! Any Gold Spur or first-time member may purchase an upgrade to a Gold Plus membership at any time. Following are the extended privileges and services provided with your Gold Plus membership.

ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERSHIP Gold Plus memberships can be used as a family membership (immediate family only.) The spouse (legal proof required) will receive a Gold Plus membership and children will be issued a Gold Spur membership. Eligible children must live at

GOLD PLUS ROPINGS At all USTRC sanctioned events across the country there will be a Gold Plus roping. Only Gold Plus members are eligible to rope. The top three Average winners in the #12

positions to be used at the USTRC National Finals. Must be 21 years of age or older to enter.

CHECK WRITING PRIVILEGES As a Gold Plus member, you will have check writing privileges at the “cash only” ropings and for incomplete entries paid at the roping office. Everyone else will be cash only, except for pre-entry ropings through the USTRC National Office.

1-800 DIRECT CALLING At the touch of your phone, you can contact the USTRC Gold Plus service representative. It has never been quicker or easier to handle questions and problems or to enter a roping.

PHONE ENTRIES Don’t worry about filling out entry forms. Your Gold Plus service representative will take your entries over the phone and charge your fees to your Visa or MasterCard. (A 3% service charge will be billed to your account for credit card entries.)

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Legal Name __________________________________________________________________________

Name to Appear on Card __________________________________________________________

Male Female Birth Date (M/D/Y) ____________________________________

USTRC ID NUMBER _________________________________________________________________

I am primarily a Header Heeler

Social Security No. (required) ________________________________________________________

E-Mail Address ______________________________________________________________________

Occupation _________________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________________________

City/State/Zip _______________________________________________________________________

Phone: Day (______) ________________________ Eve. (______) __________________________

GOLD PLUS FAMILY MEMBERS

GOLD SPUR ADDITIONAL FAMILY MEMBERSHIPS

at the time of application.)

Name __________________________________________________________________________________

ID# ______________________ Relationship to member__________________________________

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USTRC Membership P.O. Box 1198 Stephenville, TX 76401

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VISA MASTERCARD ______________________

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Or for renewals online go to USTRC.com

Please indicate in the boxes the number of memberships at each level for which you are applying.

GOLD PLUS MEMBERSHIP USTRC’s Premier Membership Package.

Available to adults 18 years of age and older. Please list immediate family members on application form. Must be 21 years of age or older to enter Gold Plus ropings.

GOLD PLUS Upgrade (Must be a current Gold Spur member.)

GOLD SPUR Membership USTRC’s Standard Membership Package First-Time Membership

ADDITIONAL FAMILY Membership Please list names on application form.

Available to immediate family members of a renewing Gold Spur member. (For eligibility see preceding page.) Only one SuperLooper subscription per family.

GOLD SPUR PRE-APPROVED DOUBLE NUMBER Membership

card contained a double number.

FIRST-TIME or EXPIRED DOUBLE NUMBER application fee

Header Heeler

Header Heeler

(Application fee is non-refundable.)

CANADIAN GOLD SPUR Membership SuperLooper sent USPS Foreign Mail Service.

JR. LOOPER Membership Available to children 12 years of age or younger at the time of application. Does not require annual renewal. (Valid proof of age & social security number required.)

LIFETIME GOLD SPUR Membership or older.

LIFETIME GOLD PLUS Upgrade (Available to lifetime members only and does require annual renewal.)

first issue of SuperLooper Magazine. USTRC reserves the right to obtain a payment electronically for any check or other instrument that you send us by initiating an ACH (electronic) debit in the amount of your check or instrument to your account. Your check or instrument will not be returned to you by us or your bank. Yo ur bank account may be debited as early as the same day we receive your payment.

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West Coast Regional FinalsJune 25-28, 2009Paso Robles, California

The Paso Robles area has a rich history of winemakingand grape growing, beginning as early as 1797 at MissionSan Miguel Archangel and continuing to the present day.In addition to winemaking, farming and ranching playeda key role in the development of Paso Robles. Grain crops,primarily wheat and barley, were the main source of income for many farmers in the early 1900’s. Large cattle ranches also dotted

the rolling hills. At one time Paso Robles was known as the Almond Citybecause local almond growers created the largest concentration of almondorchards in the world.

Paso Robles became incorporated in 1889, with 523 residents and 100buildings. Today the population is near 25,000 and continues to grow withmany newcomers moving here to enjoy the climate and year-roundrecreation. Of great interest to residents is the historic downtown, which hasa city park of two square blocks donated by the founders of Paso Robles tobe cared for and to be used only for the pleasure of the public. It is the homeof the 1908 Carnegie Library museum. In addition to the clock towerbuilding of 1892, there are many impressive buildings built in the late 1890’sand early 1900’s. Stately Victorian homes line Vine Street and are dottedthroughout the city’s historical west side.

Downtown Paso Robles is well known for its charm and vitality. A trueMain Street town, it is easy to see why the sidewalks are always bustling withactivity. It is a friendly place where shopkeepers greet each other with a smileand extend a warm welcome to guests entering their shops. The downtownarea is filled with plenty of unique shopping. It is rapidly being recognized asa thriving antique center with over 125 dealers located in six large, mall-styleshops. Many boutique and specialty stores surround the quaint City Park andyou’ll want to be sure to visit the Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce VisitorsCenter for a selection of items produced locally. The downtown area alsooffers a number of fine dining options. Bistro Laurent serves Frenchspecialties like bouillabaisse in its cozy, brick walled little dining room. AtAlloro, Italian dishes such as agnolotti stuffed with wild mushrooms arecomplemented by a wine list that includes many local vintages.

An abundance of recreational and leisure activities await you in PasoRobles and its surrounding area. Whether you prefer a challenging round of

Team roping is alive and well in 2009. USTRC team ropers have experienced some of the biggest events ever and there is still more to come. The best place to fill up on USTRC Flex Earningsand load your pockets with cash is at the USTRC Regional Finalsevents. This year, there are seven regional events strategically placed across the country. If you want to be a force to be reckoned with when you get to the Cinch USTRC National Finals

A Waltz Across the CountryThe USTRC Regional Finals 2009Come Rope to get qualified for the Big Dance in Oklahoma

of Team Roping October 24-November 2, 2009, you will certainlywant to take in one or all of the USTRC Regional Finals events. Make your plans today because these are certainly some of the best ropings in the entire country. It will certainly be a memorableexperience if you can get to all of them and you will certainly be ready for the best of the best, the Cinch NFTR in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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golf, horseback riding, hiking or biking, Paso Robles really has itall. Many of these activities lead to hidden spots offering peaceand serenity in an unspoiled countryside. Don’t forget a visit toone of the local mineral hot springs for relaxation at its best.One of the greatest treasures of the area is to stop for a long soakand massage at the Paso Robles Hot Springs and Spa. The wateris, indeed, “agua caliente” and quite healing.

To get a true feel of Paso Robles’s past, visitors are invited towander around the Pioneer Museum, with its display of 989different types of barbwire and a 1922 Maytag washing machinecomplete with the original butter churning attachment. A livelymixture of restaurants and shops still occupy late 19th and early20th century buildings. One specific beauty has a clock tower

Eastern Regional FinalsJuly 9-12, 2009Murfreesboro, Tennessee

In the early years of Murfreesboro, itwas mainly an agricultural community withcorn, cotton, and tobacco being the maincrops. By 1853, the Murfreesboro area was home to threecolleges and several academies, prompting it to be called the“Athens of Tennessee” by a visiting religious reporter. Althougheducation suffered from the military occupation and thetrauma of the Civil War, by the early 1900’s it began to regainmomentum. After WWII, Murfreesboro and Rutherford Countybegan to change from an agriculture-based economy toindustry and manufacturing. Industrial growth has beensteady since that time, contributing to a stable economy andphenomenal growth. In the past decade, Murfreesboro hasenjoyed substantial residential and commercial growth. TheCity’s population has increased 53.2 percent from 44,922 in1990 to 68,816 in 2000.

Ropers and their families will not have any problem findingthings to do when they head to Murfreesboro. Just being ableto rope in the Tennessee Miller Coliseum will be a rewardingexperience. The Tennessee Miller Coliseum officially openedon March 18, 2003. A gift to Middle Tennessee State Universityof more than $20 million by the late John C. “Tennessee” Millerand his wife, the late Mary Elizabeth Miller, helped pave the


resembling an acorn and overlooks the grassy City Park, where theVintners and Growers Association hosts the Wine Festival in May.

USTRC team ropers will, indeed, feel right at home once theyget to Paso Robles. The fact that you still encounter workingcowboys around the area says a lot about the pace of change inthe area. The Boot Barn offers a variety of western wear andthen ropers can sign on for a horseback ride and cow work atthe Work Family Guest Ranch, which offers overnight trail rides.That, in itself, adds to the charm and appeal of the area. Comeready to rope and don’t forget the wine tasting for Paso Robleswill, indeed, make the USTRC roper and his or her familywelcome during the West Coast Regional Finals. It will definitelybe a visit you are sure to enjoy.

way for the construction of the Miller Coliseum, a 222,000square foot facility on 154 acres. This air-conditioned facilityhas stadium-style seating for 4,600 and stall space toaccommodate 492 horses. This deluxe arena is used for local,state, regional, national and international horse show events. Itwill provide ideal conditions for the USTRC Eastern Regionals.

One cannot visit the Murfreesboro area without exploringthe historical battlefields located in the area. It is a part ofAmerica’s history and the battlefields make an everlastingimpression of visitors. Stones River National Battlefield is a600-acre national park and cemetery dedicated to preserving

the memory ofthose who foughtand died at thiscrucial Civil Warbattle. Livinghistorydemonstrationsare presented onthe weekendsduring thesummer monthswith a special

encampment featured in July. The visitor center offers amuseum and orientation program.

A unique site that every visitor should see while inMurfreesboro is the Rutherford County Courthouse. Locatedon the public square in downtown Murfreesboro, theRutherford County Courthouse is one of only six remainingTennessee courthouses built before the Civil War. It is listed onthe National Register of Historic Places for its significantarchitecture, political and military history. The interior of thecourthouse has been restored to its Nineteenth Centuryappearance. It houses offices for the County Executive, CountyTrustee, other support departments and staff, the RutherfordCounty Archives and provides meeting space for the CountyCommissioners in the original courtroom.

Certainly Murfreesboro is a unique and exciting place tovisit. Add to the uniqueness of the area the USTRC EasternRegionals and USTRC ropers and their families are in for agreat treat. The food, the sights and roping add to the fun forthe weekend. Plan to rope and enjoy the area. It will be a tripworth taking.


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swing or hang like a monkey at Anniversary Park, designed foraccess by the physically challenged. Learn about wildflowers,then cool off next to the fountain pool. Take a walk throughMiss Nellie’s Pretty Place. This wildflower preserve has windingpaths open all year long and is as pretty as a picture fromMarch through August. Or, play a game of Disk Golf on our 18-hole course. It’s free and open to the public year-round.

One step inside the Texas Sports Hall of Fame will engageyou in an interactive tour of the history of Texas athletics.Watch clips of important sports moments in Texas history inthe Tom Landry Theater. Show your school spirit by singing

along with theschool songs fromTexas universities.Compare yourhand and shoesize to those ofNBA greats, withlife-size replicas.Take a look at the

evolution of tennis rackets (and wonder how low your scorewould be if you played with one of those originals!) See aHeisman Trophy up close, and find out what made Texas boxerGeorge Foreman one of the best in history. For anyone whoenjoys Monday Night Football, or considers baseball parkhotdogs a delicacy or knows that the Sweet Sixteen doesn’tnecessarily refer to a girl’s special birthday, this museum is amust-see on your list of Waco attractions.

Millions of years ago the earth was fractured by the BalconesFault. Running through what is now central Texas, theescarpment was cut by the Brazos River causing a lowering ofthe landscape and a natural place for habitation. Mastodonsfrom the east and mammoths from the west traveled to the area.Skeletons of 28,000-year-old mammoths have been excavated aswell as the skeletal remains of a 10,000 year-old man and child.Visit the Strecker Museum to see a mammoth exhibit.

The Lone Star Regional Finals will definitely be a goodplace for USTRC ropers to be August 6-9. However, don’t forgetto take a tour around Waco while you are in the area for theroping. The sites and attractions are phenomenal and it will betrip that may prove to be one of the most entertaining andeducational you have taken in a long time.

Lonestar Regional FinalsAugust 6-9, 2009Waco, Texas

Waco has a very unique history and the areashowcases a look at how the area came to be and howthe area has grown throughout the years. Waco isnamed after the Waco indians, the first inhabitants ofthis area. The Wacos were a branch of the Wichitasand were closely related to the Tawakonis. They weremembers of the Caddoan Confederacy. The tribe livedin beehive shaped huts, 20- to 25- feet high, made ofpoles, buffalo hides and rushes. The Wacos hadapproximately 400 acres of land under cultivation,planted in corn, beans, pumpkins, melons and peachtrees. The village was located about 1/2 mile from theBrazos River, on Barron’s Branch creek, near a cold spring.

In 1837, the Texas Rangers arrived intending to build a fortat the Waco village. Texas Secretary of War, William S. Fisherordered them here to protect the white frontier after aComanche raid at Ft. Parker near Groesbeck. The City of Wacowas incorporated on August 29, 1856. In 1870, the 475-footsuspension bridge was opened as the first pedestrian-wagonbridge across the Brazos. Upon completion, the suspensionbridge brought the Texas section of the Chisholm Trail straightthrough Waco. A year later, the Waco and NorthwesternRailroad reached Waco. It was followed by the Cotton Belt, andlater by the Missouri, Kansas, and Texas Railroads, makingWaco a hub of commerce for the state of Texas.

For a true taste of Waco, spend some time in ther HistoricDowntown Entertainment District. Throughout the year, thereare outdoor activities including free summertime outdoorconcerts on the banks of the Brazos. Don’t worry if yourschedule doesn’t mesh with any of these special events; there’salways plenty to do in downtown Waco. The River SquareCenter, a restored row of old warehouses dating to 1900,complete with high ceilings, concrete floors and aged long-leafpine beams, offers enough restaurants, bars, and shopping tofill any need.

Naturally, food is always an issue when you visit Waco.From Korean kimchee to Tex-Mex and steaks, Waco restaurantsserve up a cornucopia of variety. Whatever your taste, thecuisine is unbeatable. The revitalized downtown area is loadedwith restaurants, bars, and shops to make your visitmemorable and very entertaining.

There are lots of things to do for kids accompanying theirUSTRC parents to the roping. Cameron Park has it all to keepkids busy and entertained. They can slide through tunnels,


is the hub of OldTown, the historic andsentimental heart ofAlbuquerque, withactivity revolvingaround shopping and dining.

Albuquerque offersan exciting array ofactivities for all agesand interests. Frommountain biking

and hiking to touring one of Albuquerque’s vineyards or browsingmuseums and galleries, there is a wide range of activities for everyone.

Mild or fiery, there is absolutely nothing like New Mexicocuisine. Albuquerque offers a wide variety of dining options fromthe very quaint and casual to the most elegant ambiance of one ofmany finer restaurants located in the city.

Cultural diversity is also present in the variety of arts and craftsavailable in stores. From African to Chilean, Russian to Polynesian,stores abound with treasures from near and far. Many items aremade by local artisans. Albuquerque itself means many things tomany people. The word “home” to one Albuquerquean may betownhouse; to another, bungalow, hacienda, dorm room,farmhouse or base housing. The city’s diversity is its strength.

USTRC Ropers coming to Albuquerque for the SouthwestRegional Finals can look forward to excellent dining and an excitingnightlife. Shopping, the arts, museums and fantasticaccommodations top off the list of superb choices. Add to that theopportunity of ballooning over the Sandia Mountains and thedozens of other choices that are available and USTRC ropers willnot be disappointed. Everyone will be in for a very entertaining andenlightening stay when they head to Albuquerque for the SouthwestRegional Finals in August. Culturally diverse and uniquelyentertaining Albuquerque will offer ropers a vast choice of things to see and do. Time spent at the foot of the beautiful SandiaMountains will, indeed, be a roping experience to remember.

Northwest Regional FinalsAugust 27-30, 2009Winnemucca, Nevada

Winnemucca is a showplace of twentieth century vernaculararchitecture where visitors can still find echoes of the past that payhomage to a bygone era. The community has maintained thehistory of the area.

Some of the most interesting areas to visit include St. Paul’sCatholic Church which graces the site of the original mission.


Southwest Regional FinalsAugust 13-16, 2009Albuquerque, New Mexico

Albuquerque stands with one foot in the past, one footin the present and both eyes on the future. It is acombination of the very old and the highly contemporary,the frontier town and the cosmopolitan city. It is a citywith a rich history, famous for the multiculturalismreflected in its public art, museums, and architecture. TheAlbuquerque experience is not man made or contrived.The sunsets, the vistas, the petroglyphs, the food, thehistorical attractions and the lifestyle exist with or withouttourism. The area offers such a broad range ofexperiences that sometimes even the residents areamazed. If you visit the area and fail to be touched by theexperience it will be your own fault.

Albuquerque combines a unique blend ofmulticulturalism, natural beauty, profound historicattractions, spectacular climate with four distinct seasons,museums, galleries, and shopping to create a distinct andunforgettable visit for every kind of visitor including theUSTRC roper headed to the Southwest Regional FinalsAugust 13-16, 2009.

In 1706, Albuquerque was founded by a group ofcolonists who had been granted permission by King Philipof Spain to establish a new villa (city) on the banks of theRio Grande river. The colonists chose a place along theriver where it made a wide curve, providing goodirrigation for crops, a source of wood from the bosque(cottonwoods, willows, and olive trees) and nearbymountains. The site also offered protection from andtrade with the Indians from the pueblos in the area.

The early Spanish settlers were religious people andthe first building erected was a small adobe chapel. Thechurch, San Felipe de Neri, still stands today. The church


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Completed in 1924 during an intense building boom in theCity, the church is an example of Spanish Colonial-styleecclesiastic architecture in the area.

The Humboldt County Courthouse was built to replace theold courthouse, which burned down in 1919. Designed byFrederick Delongchamps, the state’s official architect, thebuilding was completed in 1921. The design is neo-Classicalstyle which was the absolute standard in American legalarchitecture for much of the nation’s history. The Martin Hotel,located at the corner of Railroad and Melarkey Streets, is also arooming house and features authentic Basque cuisine. Built in1913-1914, the Martin served heavy passenger and commercialtraffic generated by the adjacent Southern Pacific Railroad.The building was severely damaged in the 1919 fire that sweptthe block.

Visitors should make a special point to visit the Black RockDesert Mammoth Bone Exhibit. Designed to serve as anintroduction to all of the museums exhibits in Winnemucca isa permanent museum-quality display featuring the Black RockDesert Mammoth Bones. These are the bones of three to fiveColumbian mammoths, including a very young calf and a largemature individual with an impressive set of tusks, that wererecovered in the Black Rock Desert near Winnemucca in theearly 1990’s. Researchers have also found the remains of atleast eight other kinds of animals. This variety, combined withsome innovative testing of the sites geology, could provide

some important clues about what northern Nevada was likeduring the final stages of the ice age (10,000 to two millionyears ago).

The name Humboldt is traced to the pathfinder, JohnCharles Fremont, who on his 1840’s expedition gave the riverits name in honor of Alexander Von Humboldt, the widelyknown scientist of the 19th century. The original source for thename Winnemucca is said to date back in time to a meeting offur traders on the river with the Paiute chief who ruled the areain the 1820’s.

Once called French Bridge before the Central PacificRailroad chose a route one mile above and parallel to the river,the Lay brothers from France constructed the first cottonwoodbridge and sleeping rooms on the river. That opened up adoorway for travel and commerce to the north, which stillexists today.

Bridge Street has been the town’s main business street sincethe 1870’s, linking the river settlement with the railroad.Although development that passes for growth has come toWinnemucca, the downtown area where it all began remainsthe hub of the community. USTRC ropers will be delightedwith the historical significance of the area.

When USTRC ropers head to Winnemucca, look for somefun in the area and certainly the roping will be a challenge atthe Northwest Regional Finals. It is a roping you probablyshouldn’t miss.

frontier. It is this fun and interestingatmosphere that will greet USTRCropers when they head to the HighPlains Regional Finals Sept. 3-6.There will be plenty for ropers to dowhen the roping is over and thehorses put up.

This mostly rough populationgave entrance to the type ofentertainment that became

associated with the “Wild West.” Cheyenne was a lively placewith five “variety” theaters in operation simultaneously. Everyother building was a saloon. The shows had regular stages andgave what was called “burlesque” performances with plenty offemale performers.

Cheyenne did not remain a rowdy town for long, as therailroad that initiated Cheyenne’s beginnings continued toplay a major role in its development. The Union Pacific, one ofthe most heavily traversed railroads, passed through Cheyennebringing some of the best shows of the times. After the operahouse was erected in 1882, performers such as Lily Langtryand Emma Nevada and their troupes stopped in Cheyenne ontheir way to San Francisco.

The cattle industry was another influence in Cheyenne’sdevelopment. Purebred Hereford cattle were raised at thefamous Wyoming Hereford Ranch (near Cheyenne) as early as1880. The town attracted many wealthy men from the East andEurope, bringing with them their impeccable social amenities.Many were graduates of the most outstanding universities in

High Plains Regional FinalsSeptember 4-7, 2009Cheyenne, Wyoming

Cheyenne means “aliens or people of foreign language.”The Sioux Indians gave this name to the Indian tribe“Dzitsistes”, who roamed the open plains. Their spelling wasShyenne. The first residents were men who moved west towork on the Union Pacific Railroad. The majority of settlersmoved away when the railroad was completed in November ofthat same year. Those who stayed, joined others who came toform this new thriving western town.

By 1869 Cheyenne was home to a variety of residents,including railroad gangs, soldiers from Fort D.A. Russell (whichis now F.E. Warren Air Force Base), and employees from CampCarlin, a supply camp for all the northern posts on the Indian


England and America. Many cattle barons spent theirsummers in Cheyenne, wintering in Europe. It was during thistime that the world famous “Cheyenne Club” was established.Its membership included many of these men. The club waslavishly furnished like a club of its scale in England. It had awide verandah, large dining room, billiards room, card rooms,reading room and a lounge on the main floor. The formerCheyenne Club stood on the site that later housed theCheyenne Chamber of Commerce, located on east 17th street.

With so much to see and do it is very difficult to pick andchoose any select few. However, one must not overlook the factthat Cheyenne is, indeed, the state capitol of Wyoming. That initself makes it one of the many places USTRC ropers shouldplan on visiting.

Wyoming’s State Capitol, a classically designed building ofCorinthian architecture resembling the National Capitol inWashington, D.C., is located in the heart of Cheyenne. TheNinth Territorial Legislative Assembly authorized theconstruction of the building in 1886, and on May 18, 1887, thecornerstone was laid. Flagstone for the building’s foundationwas quarried near Fort Collins, Colorado, 45 miles south of

Cheyenne, while sandstone from quarries near Rawlins,Wyoming, was used in the construction of the upper floors.Additional wings on each side of the original structure werecompleted in 1890 and the final two wings were finished in1917. The interior is finished in cherry, oak and butternutwoods. The original cost and the two later additions totaled$389,569. Allen T. True painted the murals in the Senate andHouse chambers. They depict industry, pioneer life, law andtransportation. The ceiling of each chamber is stained glasswith the State Seal in the center. It is a fantastic facility full ofhistory and significance for the area.

The historical sites in the area abound. There are so manythings to see within a very short driving distance of the actualcommunity of Cheyenne. Short little excursions can be takenby USTRC ropers in between their events or after the ropingfinishes up. Ideally, families should plan on going a bit early orstaying a bit later to see all that area has to offer. When youhead to the High Plains Regional Finals plan to take in somereally good roping and lots of fun things to do. You won’t besorry you added this roping to your schedule.


Southeast Regional FinalsSeptember 4-7, 2009Tunica, Mississippi

Tunica, America’s third largest gaming resort destination, iscurrently celebrating the 10th anniversary of gaming and tourismin this thriving Delta county. Tunica welcomes 12 million visitorsa year with all the amenities of a resort destination. The ropingwill be good and the action continues long into the evening hourswith more than enough to keep ropers hopping.

The town gets its name from a long-ago local Indian tribe. Itmeans, “The People.” A sleepy farming region, the actual town ofTunica is turning into a bustling community — all because ofnine nearby casinos, each distinctive in theme and décor, allwidely spread over ten meandering miles near the MississippiRiver. Collectively, they offer 6,000 luxurious hotel rooms, world-famous entertainment and great golf.

In 1994 only cotton, soybean and cornfields filled thisdepressed, flat area. Now, the sparkling resorts entice 50,000people a day. Developers, reported to have invested over twobillion dollars and already reaping revenues of about $1 billion,quickly realized their guests can’t be at the gaming tables all thetime. So, rather than lose the customers for entire days toMemphis or Little Rock, developers are creating additional

amenities in Tunica — golfing and shopping.While visiting the world-class resorts of Tunica County, USTRC

ropers should take the time to visit the town of Tunica also.Located just ten miles south of the casino resort area, historicdowntown Tunica is a vibrant area that combines old southerncharm with the amenities of a very modern community. Recentlynamed a Mississippi Main Street community, a downtownrevitalization effort has made Tunica a very exciting and uniqueshopping location. It presents a delightful look at the “other side”of Tunica.

Not surprisingly, with Tunica’s location in regard to theMississippi, there is an abundance of wildlife in the area. TheMississippi River near Tunica is a bastion of wildlife. It is notunusual to see deer and other types of wildlife while taking in agame of golf on many of the excellent facilities in the area.

Fantastic gaming is just the beginning of a bustling Tunicaentertainment district in the very heart of the South. From bigname musicians, comics, entertainers and much more, eachnight in Tunica is filled with stars, entertainment and things tosee and do. All hotel casinos are connected with a casino shuttlebus and located in Tunica or Robinsonville, Mississippi, which isabout 30 miles south of Memphis, Tennessee via highway 61.

USTRC ropers will be able to enjoy it all live in state of the arttheaters and casinos that rival the best of gaming areas. Withmore than 50 restaurants and a diverse selection of cuisine it willmake for a great night out on the town after the roping finishesup. Take the time to head to the Southeast Regional Finals andyou will not be disappointed.


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SHOOT-OUT PRIZES12 TROPHY MARTIN SADDLES◆ Average winners of #15,#13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

GOLD PLUS BONUS PRIZEGold Plus Créme De La CrémeHigh Point Bonus Prize Special Edition (1 of 7) Gist Gold Buckle

JUNE 25 THROUGH 28, 2009

This is a Pre-Entry Event2009 USTRC membership required and may be purchased on your entry form, or at this event before you rope.

PRELIMINARY PRIZES12 TROPHY CUSTOM MARTIN SADDLES◆ Average winners of #13, #12, #11, #10,

#9 & Gold Plus

22 TROPHY GIST BUCKLES◆ 2nd Place Average winners of #13, #12, #11,

#10 & #9◆ Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11,

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10 TROPHY SADDLE PADS WITH TOOLED LEATHERS◆ 3rd Place Average winners of #13, #12, #11,

#10 & #9

4 TROPHY GIST BITS◆ Average winners of Open & #15

ANYONE CAN ENTERYou do not have to be qualified to enter the West Coast Regional Preliminaries

All entries must be postmarked by

JUNE 12, 2009Draw positions will be available on 6/24/2009 at the USTRC website: www.ustrc.com Will Accept

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$5,000 to Average Winners of the Open

$5,000 to AverageWinners of the #15 Shoot-Out

$10,000 to AverageWinners of #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9 Shoot-Outs

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Thursday, June 25 10:00 a.m.Open (with #15 Incentive)#15 (with #14 Incentive)#15 Shoot-Out

Friday, June 26 9:00 a.m.#13 (with #12 Incentive)#13 Shoot-OutGold Plus #12

(with #10 Incentive)#12 (with #11 Incentive)

Saturday, June 27 9:00 a.m.#12 Shoot-Out#11 (with #10 Incentive)#11 Shoot-Out#10 (with #9 Incentive)

Sunday, June 28 9:00 a.m.

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Host HotelBest Western Black Oak Motor Lodge

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Junior Looper Roping SATURDAY AFTERNOONBUCKLES IN FOUR DIVISIONS: 5 & under; 6 & 7; 8 & 9; 10-12 years old

Preliminary Ropings◆ Any current USTRC member may enter the Preliminaries.◆ #15, #13, #12, #11, #10, #9: 4-steer Average, (Incentive will be determined

on 3-steer Average), progressive after one. Entry fee is $150/roper. May enter two times, any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive for a maximum of two entries in each roping.

◆ #12 Gold Plus with #10 Incentive, 4-steer Average (Incentive determined on 3-steer Average), progressive after one. Entry fee is $150/roper. May enter twice, any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive for a maximum of two entries. $6,000 in Flex Earnings will be awarded to teams placing 1st through 5th in the Average and Incentive Average.

◆ The top five placing teams in the Average of the Regional Preliminary ropings will receive $6,000 in Flex Earnings.

◆ Teams placing in the top 5 percent in the Average of the Preliminary ropings, will automatically earn a position in the Regional Shoot-Out roping with entry fees paid.

◆ The top five Incentive winners in the #15, #13, #12, #11 and #10 of the Regional Preliminary roping, will earn positions in the Regional Shoot-Out roping with entry fees paid.

◆ The top five Incentive teams of the #9 division will receive $6,000 in Flex Earnings.

Roper Outerwear West Coast Open ◆ Double US Open Tour points awarded to 1st through 10th place in the Average.◆ 5-steer Average, progressive after two. Entry fee is $200/roper, enter two times.

Incentive is a #15 and will be determined on four-head.

Shoot-Out Ropings◆ Qualification for a Regional Shoot-Out requires $2,000 of available earnings, which may

come from either partner or a contribution from both partners. You may use a portion(increments of $100) of Available Earnings (sum of Flex Earnings and Applied Earnings)toward a Shoot-Out qualification. For example, if the Header has $1,400 in Available Earnings and the Heeler has $600 in Available Earnings, they can combine their AvailableEarnings to qualify for a Regional Shoot-Out.

◆ No more than two entries per roper is allowed in each division of the Shoot-Out roping.◆ Shoot-Out ropings will be progressive after one in all ropings. Entry fee is $150 per roper.◆ #15 and #13 Shoot-Outs are five-steer Averages. #12, #11, #10 and #9 are

four-steer Averages.◆ All teams that qualify to the short round will receive $6,000

in Flex Earnings.

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#9 & Gold Plus



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ANYONE CAN ENTERYou do not have to be qualified to enter the LoneStar Regional Preliminaries


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Thursday, Aug. 6 10:00 a.m.Open (with #15 Incentive)#15 (with #14 Incentive)#15 Shoot-Out

Friday, Aug. 7 8:00 a.m.#13 (with #12 Incentive)#13 Shoot-OutGold Plus #12


Saturday, Aug. 8 8:00 a.m.#12 Shoot-Out#11 (with #10 Incentive)#11 Shoot-Out#10 (with #9 Incentive)

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Host HotelsSleep Inn

209 Enterprise Blvd.; Hwy 35, Exit 328254/420-3200

Ask for USTRC Roper Rate -Must reserve by June 30, 2009Complimentary deluxe breakfastFrig/micro/coffee in all rooms

Quality Inn2410 S. New Road

254/296-0550Rate: $89.99 + tax

(No other rates or discounts will apply)Free continental breakfast

Frig/micro/coffee in all rooms5 miles from event

Directionsto H.O.T. Coliseum

Hwy. 6 from the west -Take Bosque Blvd. exit

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JULY 31, 2009Draw positions will be available on 8/12/2009 at the USTRC website: www.ustrc.com Will Accept


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Friday, Aug. 14 9:00 a.m.#13 (with #12 Incentive)#13 Shoot-OutGold Plus #12


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6901 Arvada NE505/872-9000

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2 miles from eventAll suite hotel frig/micro/coffee in all rooms

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2009 ENTRY FORM Page 2

USTRC is a voluntary association. Applicant acknowledges thathe or she has no property or other right to participate inUSTRC events. Applicant agrees to follow and be bound bythe rules, regulations, and guidelines of USTRC, as amendedfrom time to time. Applicant acknowledges that USTRC classifica-tions are determined by USTRC’s classification process based on theapplication of USTRC handicapping guidelines. Handicaps, includingapplicant’s handicap, assigned in accordance with the classificationprocedures are conclusively presumed valid. Applicant consents tosame. USTRC reserves the right to change the classifications of ropers anytime throughout the year. Applicant may appeal procedures,as modified from time to time. Applicant agrees that his or her sole andexclusive remedy for a disputed classification is appeal to the USTRC pursuant to USTRC appeal procedures. All decisions of the appeal process are final and conclusive.

Applicant elects to participate in USTRC events at Applicant’s ownrisk. Applicant hereby releases and discharges USTRC and its

directors, officers, representatives, employees, sponsors and agentsfrom all liability, loss, claims, damages and expenses for injuries toperson, property, reputation or financial condition as a result of or inany way relating to Applicant’s participation or failure to participatein any USTRC events, whether caused by negligence, by field conditions, by the conduct of USTRC or its directors, officers, representatives, employees, sponsors and/or agents in the preparation, supervision or conduct of any USTRC events or theadministration or failure to enforce any USTRC rules, regulations orguidelines, or otherwise.

Applicant knows that by his or her entry on this form he or she completely releases USTRC and its directors, officers, representatives,

employees, sponsors and agents from any liability, including negligence.Applicant voluntarily chooses to participate in USTRC events and freely

and willingly consents to the same.

(If contestant is a minor, entry form must be signed by parent and/or guardian)

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2009 REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM • ANYONE CAN ENTER

MUST HAVE A CURRENT USTRCCARD TO COLLECT WINNINGS

By returning this form with your team entry fees,you and your partners acknowledge reading and

understanding the release form on the back of this entry.

Late fees $_______________

2009 GOLD PLUS MEMBERSHIP ($300.00) ID# ___________ $_______________

2009 GOLD SPUR CLUB MEMBERSHIP ($80.00) ID# ___________ $ ______________(Includes SuperLooper Subscription)

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_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________HEADER check ■■ if paid HEELER check ■■ if paid


#15 Roping • (#14 Incentive) • May enter any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive. Maximum of 2 entries • $150/Roper






Gold Plus #12 Roping • (#10 Incentive) • Must be 21 years of age or older to rope. Maximum of 2 entries • $150/Roper









#10 Roping • (#9 Inc, is capped at #5) • May enter any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive. Maximum of 2 entries • $150/Roper



#9 Roping, capped at #5 • (#8 Inc.) • May enter any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive. Maximum of 2 entries • $150/Roper



• Entries must be postmarked by the Friday two weeksprior to the date of the roping you are entering to avoidlate charges. Payments must be made by personalcheck, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checksWILL NOT be accepted from members who have writ-ten bad checks in the past.

• Entries postmarked after the deadline must include a $40 per team late fee, and must be paid with cashier’s check or money order only!

• Make entry fees payable and mail to: USTRC CENTRALENTRY, P.O. Box 1198, Stephenville, TX 76401. ForRoping or Classification Information call the USTRCNational Office, 254/968-0002.

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

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Team Roper’s Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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2009 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT ENTRY FORM


#15 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $5,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $150/ROPER1ST ENTRY: QUALIFICATION OF SHOOT-OUT: AVAILABLE EARNINGS: HEADER $ __________ HEELER $____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________

HEADER check ■■ if paid HEELER check ■■ if paid

2ND ENTRY: QUALIFICATION OF SHOOT-OUT: AVAILABLE EARNINGS: HEADER $ __________ HEELER $____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________


#13 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT • GUARANTEED MINIMUM $10,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $150/ROPER 1ST ENTRY: QUALIFICATION OF SHOOT-OUT: AVAILABLE EARNINGS: HEADER $ __________ HEELER $____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________


2ND ENTRY QUALIFICATION OF SHOOT-OUT: AVAILABLE EARNINGS: HEADER $____________ HEELER $____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________














#9 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT capped at a #5• GUARANTEED MINIMUM $10,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $150/ROPER1ST ENTRY: QUALIFICATION OF SHOOT-OUT: AVAILABLE EARNINGS: HEADER $ __________ HEELER $____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________




Late Fees $ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

TOTAL MONEY ENCLOSED $ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _


By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge reading and understanding

the release form on the standard entry form.

• Qualification for a Regional Shoot-Out requires $2,000 of available earnings, which may come from either partner or a contribution from both partners. You may use a portion (increments of $100) of Available Earnings (sum of Flex Earnings and Applied Earnings) toward a Shoot-Out qualification. For example, if the Header has $1,400 in Available Earnings and the Heeler has $600 in Available Earnings, they can combine their Available Earnings to qualify for a Regional Shoot-Out.

• Visit the USTRC Website at www.ustrc.com and check your Available Earnings. EACH ENTRY MUST INDICATE CONTRIBUTION FROM AVAILABLE EARNINGS - THAT CONTRIBUTION CANNOT

BE CHANGED AFTER THE EVENT. NO EXCEPTIONS! EACH ENTRY MUST INCLUDE BOTH ROPERS ID#.

USTRC EN

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•REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT

• Entries must be postmarked by the Friday two weeks prior tothe date of the roping you are entering to avoid late charges.Payments must be made by personal check, cashier’s check,or money order. Personal checks WILL NOT be acceptedfrom members who have written bad checks in the past.

• Entries postmarked after the deadline must include a $40 perteam late fee, and must be paid with cashier’s check or moneyorder only!

• Make entry fees payable and mail to: USTRC CENTRALENTRY, P.O. Box 1198, Stephenville, TX 76401. For Ropingor Classification Information call the USTRC National Office, 254/968-0002.

Team Roper’s Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ID No. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone No. ( ) _____________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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SOUTHWEST - NM

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on 3-steer Average), progressive after one. Entry fee is $100/roper. May enter three times, any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive for a maximum of three entries in each roping.






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◆ No more than two entries per roper is allowed in each division of the Shoot-Out roping. ◆ Shoot-Out ropings will be progressive after one in all ropings. Entry fee is $100 per roper.◆ #15 and #13 Shoot-Outs are five-steer Averages. #12, #11, #10 and #9 are


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2009 REGIONAL PRELIMINARY ENTRY FORM • ANYONE CAN ENTER


By returning this form with your team entry fees,you and your partners acknowledge reading and

understanding the release form on the back of this entry.

Late fees $_________________

2009 GOLD PLUS MEMBERSHIP ($300.00) ID# ___________ $ ________________

2009 GOLD SPUR CLUB MEMBERSHIP ($80.00) ID# ___________ $ ________________(Includes SuperLooper Subscription)

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#15 Roping • (#14 Incentive) • May enter any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive. Maximum of 3 entries, $100/roper.








Gold Plus #12 Roping • (#10 Incentive) • Must be 21 years of age or older to rope. Maximum of 2 entries, $150/roper.











#10 Roping • (#9 Inc. is capped at #5) • May enter any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive. Maximum of 3 entries, $100/roper.




#9 Roping, capped at #5 • (#8 Incentive) • May enter any combination of Incentive and/or Non-Incentive. Maximum of 3 entries, $100/roper.




• Entries must be postmarked by June 26, 2009 to avoidlate charges. Payments must be made by personalcheck, cashier’s check, or money order. Personal checksWILL NOT be accepted from members who have writ-ten bad checks in the past.

• Entries postmarked after the deadline must include a $40 per team late fee, and must be paid with cashier’s check or money order only!

• Make entry fees payable and mail to: USTRC CENTRALENTRY, P.O. Box 1198, Stephenville, TX 76401. ForRoping or Classification Information call the USTRCNational Office, 254/968-0002.


EASTERNREGIONAL

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

Must pre-enter toavoid late fees.

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Team Roper’s Name ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ID No. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone No. ( ) ____________________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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2009 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT ENTRY FORM • $100 PER ROPER


By returning this form with your team entry fees, you and your partners acknowledge reading and understanding

the release form on the standard entry form.

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#9 REGIONAL SHOOT-OUT capped at a #5• GUARANTEED MINIMUM $7,000 TO THE AVERAGE WINNERS • $100/ROPER1ST ENTRY: QUALIFICATION OF SHOOT-OUT: AVAILABLE EARNINGS: HEADER $ __________ HEELER $____________ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ ID# ___________ / ______________________________ ID# __________$__________




Late Fees $ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

TOTAL MONEY ENCLOSED $ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

• Qualification for a Regional Shoot-Out requires $2,000 of available earnings, which may come from either partner or a contribution from both partners. You may use a portion (increments of $100) of Available Earnings (sum of Flex Earnings and Applied Earnings) toward a Shoot-Out qualification. For example, if the Header has $1,400 in Available Earnings and the Heeler has $600 in Available Earnings, they can combine their Available Earnings to qualify for a Regional Shoot-Out.

• Visit the USTRC Website at www.ustrc.com and check your Available Earnings. EACH ENTRY MUST INDICATE CONTRIBUTION FROM AVAILABLE EARNINGS - THAT CONTRIBUTION CANNOT

BE CHANGED AFTER THE EVENT. NO EXCEPTIONS! EACH ENTRY MUST INCLUDE BOTH ROPERS ID#.

• Entries must be postmarked by the Friday two weeks prior tothe date of the roping you are entering to avoid late charges.Payments must be made by personal check, cashier’s check,or money order. Personal checks WILL NOT be acceptedfrom members who have written bad checks in the past.

• Entries postmarked after the deadline must include a $40 perteam late fee, and must be paid with cashier’s check or moneyorder only!

• Make entry fees payable and mail to: USTRC CENTRALENTRY, P.O. Box 1198, Stephenville, TX 76401. For Ropingor Classification Information call the USTRC National Office, 254/968-0002.

Team Roper’s Name _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

ID No. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone No. ( ) _____________________________________________________________________________________

ADDRESS_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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NEW MEXICOCHAMPIONSHIPS

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Roping Gross ▲ $379,500Roper’s Pot ▲ $263,806(INCLUDING SHOOT-OUT CONTRIBUTION)

Prizeline ▲ $33,240Return to Roper ▲ 78.3%

Albuquerque header, Lance Barka, hasn’tbeen roping for a really long time, maybeabout five years, but he has developed alove for the sport he never thought hewould have. It just seemed kind ofnatural he would look at team roping ashis sport of choice. At first he wanted tobe a bull rider, but just couldn’t quite getpast the danger element. He consideredcalf roping, but there didn’t seem to be alot of money in calf roping and then itwas obvious that team roping would be

the best choice.Barka pulled into Tingley Coliseum

during the New Mexico Championshipsheld the weekend of April 3 through the 5 and had one thing on his mind.Focus on consistency, make every runthe same every single time and have agood time. It came together for himpretty well.

“The New Mexico Championshipswas a good roping,” Barka commented.“It was a nice roping and the cattle were

even and fair. Of course, the facility isnice and the ground was good. It wasjust a good roping.”

Barka, who ropes with his mentorRudy Benavidez and his dad feels bothmen have had a great influence on histeam roping. “Rudy and I have beenroping together for about a year now,”Barka elaborated. “We practice togetherand try to slow everything down andmake good consistent runs. We practiceas much as we

OpenJake Cooper (Monument, NM) / Kinney Dale Harrell (Marshall, TX), 35.17 on 5, $5,444

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For complete results listings visit our website: www.ustrc.com

#15Shane O. Sena Sapello, NMMichael Trujillo Portales, NM

Leon John Mounyo Socorro, NMJustin Rodriguez Socorro, NM

Brandon J. Gonzales Los Lunas, NMPedro Maestas Los Lunas, NM

#13Will Cantrell Tucumcari, NM

John W. Lewis Clovis, NMWill Cantrell Tucumcari, NM

Charles Tenorio Los Lunas, NM#12

Joseph Savedra Grants, NMBahe H. Henio Pinehill, NM

Cody Jo Mirabal Grants, NMRyan Cook Belen, NM

Austin C. Stephens Dalhart, TXJohn W. Lewis Clovis, NM

#11Eldon J. Apache Magdalena, NM

Pedro Apache Magdalena, NMLarry W. Hendricks Tulia, TX

Brent Ivy Amarillo, TXGary L. Kiehne Springerville, AZ

NEW MEXICO CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#11Sean Grossetete Edgewood, NMJimmy A. Garcia Roy, NM

#10Jerry Elkins Milan, NM

Ernie Ortega Belen, NMLance Barka Albuquerque, NM

Jamie Ortiz Moriarty, NM#9

Lydia Ulibarri Las Vegas, NMFred Lucero Canutillo, TX

Clayton Johnson Costilla, NMDavid Vanberkum Antonito, CO

#8Dylan White Albuquerque, NM

Dave Lenard Hobbs, NMJulian Smith Window Rock, AZ

Alejandro Chavez Santa Fe, NMRicardo Baeza Munoz El Paso , TX

Nash Gold Las Vegas, NMJose D. Mendiaz Santa Fe, NMGonzalo Granillo Santa Fe, NM

Tino Chavez Las Vegas, NVDaniel Baeza Munoz El Paso, TX

Nato Tena Grants, NMIan Jack Doughty Marvel, CO

Fred Lucero Canutillo, TX#10

Sean Grossetete Edgewood, NMJimmy A. Garcia Roy, NM

Lance Barka Albuquerque, NMRudy Benavidez Albuquerque, NMEddie E. Garcia Manassa, CO

Clayton Johnson Costilla, NM#9

Eddie E. Garcia Manassa, COClayton Johnson Costilla, NM

Bill R. Ward Kayenta, AZJeremiah Platero Kirtland, NMDarrell Cordova Manassa, CO

Wayne E. Spencer Salida, CO

#15Larry Cohorn Las Cruces, NM

Russell Sullivan Peralta, NM#13

Paul Rush Anthony, NMWallace Berryhill Milan, NM

#12John Arviso Gallup, NM

Bahe H. Henio Pinehill, NM

#15 Larry Cohorn (Las Cruces, NM) / Russell Sullivan (Peralta, NM), 39.72 on 5, $6,064, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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can which is about two or maybe threetimes a week.”

Barka feels his biggest challenge as aheader is a making the adjustmentneeded to rope all kinds of cattle. Eachpen of cattle is different he says and aroper has to make adjustments to thosecattle types. “You have to learn to adjustto whatever kinds of cattle you areroping,” he explains. “That is part of thereason consistency is so important. I’mlearning to be better every time I rope. Igo to a bunch of ropings, but I try to stayclose to home and within a gooddistance to my house.”

Barka and partner, Jamie Ortiz, wonsecond in the Average of the #10Division to put $4,800 in their pocketsalong with trophy Gist buckles. Theyalso claimed a National Shoot-Out spot worth $3,000 in USTRC FlexEarnings each.

“I’ve been to Oklahoma City to theUSTRC National Finals of Team Roping

to watch but I have never roped there,”Barka explained. “I’m planning on goingin October. I will also make the RegionalFinals so maybe I can win anotherNational Shoot-Out.”

Barka is a firm believer in gettingbetter. He is an advocate of participatingin roping schools to get better. “It is soimportant to hang out with someonewith a higher number than you are,”Barka said. “Those guys are good andthey have the experience and are willingto help you get better. They can showyou what you are doing wrong and howto correct mistakes so you can getbetter.” He plans to attend a MattSherwood school and has been toschools with Ricky Green, among others. “They show you how to improve and what it takes to get better along the way.”

From the casual observer it appearsTingley Coliseum might just accidentlybe Barka’s home playing field. The NewMexico Championships may just be an

omen for Barka in that he plans to beback at Tingley to use his USTRCRegional Shoot-Out during theSouthwest Regional Finals and hopefullycapture a couple more of those NationalShoot-Out spots to use when he headsto Oklahoma City come fall.

With consistency as his game plan, the New Mexico Championshipsgave Barka the boost he may need totake the Regional Championships bystorm. Regardless, he is ready to ropeand roping close to home nearAlbuquerque keeps him on track andfocused. Barka and his partners, RudyBenavidez, Jamie Ortiz and SalemMartinez will be ready to carry on theirwinning ways all the way to the CinchUSTRC National Finals of Team Roping.It is a pretty safe bet that Barka is gladhe selected team roping instead of bullriding as his sport of choice. The NewMexico Championship in Albuquerqueis a good indicator he made the right decision. ■

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#13Paul Rush (Anthony, NM) / Wallace Berryhill (Milan, NM), 33.51 on 4, $7,818, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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#12John Arviso (Gallup, NM) / Bahe H. Henio(Pinehill, NM), 32.87 on 4, $8,016, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#11Sean Grossetete (Edgewood, NM) / Jimmy A. Garcia (Roy, NM), 33.91 on 4, $7,882, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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#10Jerry Elkins

(Milan, NM) / Ernie Ortega(Belen, NM),

36.65 on 4, $9,424, National

Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in FlexEarnings each

#9Lydia Ulibarri (Las Vegas, NM) /Fred Lucero (Canutillo, TX), 47.59 on 4, $7,466, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#8 PickDrawJulian Smith(Window Rock, AZ) /Alejandro Chavez(Santa Fe, NM), 29.08 on 3, $3,620,National Shoot-Outsworth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each

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BLACK HILLSCHAMPIONSHIPS

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Team Ropers are a hearty bunch. Thereis not a lot that can keep team ropersfrom doing what they love best. Come tothink of it, two feet of snow in Rapid City,South Dakota couldn’t even keep the bestof USTRC team ropers down for long.

As the Black Hill Championshipskicked into gear the weekend of April 4,something was brewing in the BlackHills. In many places, April kicks offSpring but the Black Hills stay dormantbecause the centuries have told themthat weather is a funny thing. Therefore,as USTRC Team Ropers converged on theCentral States Fairgrounds Event Center

so did a blizzard that made ropers andtravelers take notice.

Two feet of snow and a blinding windcan have a diverse effect on your teamnumbers. However, not to be daunted,the ropers who made it settled in for along weekend of some of the best teamroping South Dakota has to offer. TheBlack Hills Championships would takeplace and if you could make it there youcould rope. Everyone geared up to helpeveryone else and as Producer Ty Yostremarked to ropers, “We are glad you arehere and not in a ditch somewhere.”

With eight states represented each

group of ropers had their own tales totell of their escapades getting to theevent. The good thing was once theyarrived at the Central States Fairgroundsfacility they were in fine form. The event center is roper friendly, large,accommodating and what better placeto sit out a blizzard in South Dakotathan a roping facility hosting the Black Hills Championships with enough USTRC team ropers to have a good event.

“A National Shoot-Out is a NationalShoot-Out,” said Wyoming header WittCrowser. “I’ve got two of them and if it

#13Dallas J. Gerhardt (Mossit, ND) / Bill Beard (Menoken, ND), 38.08 on 4, $692,National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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#15Ty Yost Billings, MT

John B. Mitchell Shepherd, MTDenny J. Hoff Hazen, ND

Bill Beard Menoken, ND#13

T. J. Kraft Berthold, NDLogan S. Schliinz Wellington, COLance R. Rogers Hulett, WY

Larry T. Steele Sundance, WY#12

Lance R. Rogers Hulett, WYLarry T. Steele Sundance, WY

Witt J. Crowser Lingle, WYLarry T. Steele Sundance, WY

Roger Ross Ranchester, WYFrank S. Fisher Arvada, WY

#11Greg Kobold Big Horn, WY

Frank S. Fisher Arvada, WYBruce M. Barker Big Horn, WY

Frank S. Fisher Arvada, WYTucker J. Dale Timber Lake, SD

Jesse Dale Timber Lake, SD

BLACK HILLS CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#12Greg Kobold Big Horn, WY

Frank S. Fisher Arvada, WY#11

Chuck Donnelly Elk Point, SDTodd Q. Holden Gillette, WY

#10John Strub Billings, MT

Levi J. Britton Billings, MT#9

Lee A. Morast Halliday, NDTucker J. Dale Timber Lake, SD

#8Shawn R. Goodman Edgemont, SD

Dick M. Wilkerson Edgemont, SDRyan W. Johnston Jackson, NE

Dusty Myers Sheridan, WYRyan W. Johnston Jackson, NE

Jerry Jeffries Beresford, SDLynn Stadheim Rapid City, SD

Dusty Myers Sheridan, WYVernon C. Schnose Hot Springs, SDDick M. Wilkerson Edgemont, SD

Cory Donnelly Elk Point, SDDick M. Wilkerson Edgemont, SD

#10Roger Ross Ranchester, WY

Frank S. Fisher Arvada, WYLee A. Morast Halliday, NDLevi J. Britton Billings, MTLee A. Morast Halliday, NDKurt W. Eacret Ft. Lupton, CO

#9Justin M. Myers Sheridan, WY

Dusty Myers Sheridan, WYShawn R. Goodman Edgemont, SD

Dick M. Wilkerson Edgemont, SDLynn Stadheim Rapid City, SDSergio Mireles Newcastle, WY

#15Dallas J. Gerhardt Mossit, NDLance L. Gerhardt Mandan, ND

#13Dallas J. Gerhardt Mossit, ND

Bill Beard Menoken, ND

took a blizzard to get them I’ll take themregardless.”

Crowser and partner, Tim Nutter,won the Average of the Gold Plus with atime of 37.04 on four head to nail downthe Gold Plus Shoot-Out and put about$1,300 in his bank account. Crowser andpartner, Todd Holden, placed second inthe Average to secure his second GoldPlus Shoot-Out.

“It is a roping I won’t forget forawhile,” Crowser said. “I had gone up aday or so early to visit family and theweather moved in. It was a mess forawhile.” Crowser went on to commenton how accommodating everyone wasto help get people unstuck and movedinto the facility. “Everyone at theFairgrounds was helpful and they did ascould a job as they possibly could to pulleveryone out, get them parked and theirhorses unloaded and into stalls. Justabout everyone who made it in the firstday really had no choice but to staythrough Sunday.”

Crowser pointed out that by Sundaythe snow plows had moved in to clearthe roads and most everyone was able toleave and head for home. It isn’t

#12Greg Kobold (Big Horn, WY) / Frank S. Fisher (Arvada, WY), 32.85 on 4, $1,350, NationalShoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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too often that a blowing blizzard takesits toll on a team roping. It also isn’tsomething that occurs regularly whenUSTRC ropers can rope in a blizzard andcome out with money in their pocketand a couple of National Shoot-Outs.Perhaps that is what makes this year’sBlack Hills Championships such aunique roping. It is a pretty good

assumption the ropers who made it tothe Black Hills to rope won’t forget theevent any time soon. You can bet in theyears to come, as old timers spin yarns,there will one that starts like this, “Whysonny! I remember one time we went torope and there was two foot of snow onthe ground and it was a downrightblizzard.” Team ropers, are indeed, ahearty bunch. ■



#8Ryan W. Johnston (Jackson, NE) / Dusty Myers (Sheridan, WY), 42.52on 3, $820, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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OREGONCHAMPIONSHIPS

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He is a thirteen-year-old seventh graderfrom Klamath Falls, Oregon and he lovesto rope. In a quiet, shy, easy-goingmanner he will tell you what he likesabout roping. Colton Campbell has bigplans for his roping career and he hasmade a good start already.

When the Oregon Championshipskicked off the weekend of April 10Campbell planned on roping. The ropingwas close to home so there wouldn’t be alot of traveling to do. All of his partnersare close by so he knew he would havesome good heelers. Most of all it was ateam roping and despite hoping to be acalf roper some day when he gets a littlebigger, Campbell likes to rope steers.

“I’ve been roping my whole life,”Campbell said shyly. “I guess I’ve beenteam roping since I was about seven oreight. I head and heel but I’m a betterheader so I do it most of the time.”

The Oregon Championships provedto be a great place for Campbell todisplay his talent and his love for thesport. Roping with partner, CaseyAwbrey, Campbell and Awbrey placedfirst in the Incentive Average of the #12Division and second in the mainAverage of the #12. That not only putsome money in his pocket but also gavehim two USTRC Regional Shoot-Outspots and a trophy saddle pad for theIncentive win.

However, this particular weekendCampbell was on a roll and he justwasn’t finished yet. He and partner, Bo Patzke, placed third in the Average of the #13 and won the Incentive of #13 as well.

“It was a good roping for me,”Campbell said. “The cattle were goodand I just wanted to give my partnerssome good handles.” Campbellevidently was doing something right ashe also won the Average of the #10 withpartner, Steen Schumacher, to pocket alittle over $1,000 and grab a NationalShoot-Out worth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each. Campbell also took home his first USTRC trophyMartin saddle.

“I won my first USTRC saddle in the#10,” Campbell said very calmly. “I’vealready ridden it and I’ve roped on ittoo.” Campbell spends as much time inthe practice pen as he can. With the rainthat comes to Oregon sometimes that isa difficult thing to do. However, when hepractices he works on slowingeverything down and getting everythingright. He wants to be consistent and doall he can to help his heelers catch.

“I think the hardest thing is givinggood handles,” Campbell explained. “Iwant to rope and giving a good handle is

#13Bobby Mote (Culver, OR) / Casey Ladner (Klamath Falls, OR),33.24 on 4, $1,184, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each

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#15Joe Hamilton Klamath Falls, OR

Casey Awbrey Klamath Falls, ORLarry Goss Redmond, OR

Andy Carlson Stanfield, ORJerroll L. Campbell Fort Klamath, OR

Casey Awbrey Klamath Falls, OR#13

Larry Goss Redmond, ORSteen Schumacher Queen Creek, AZ

Colton Campbell Klamath Falls, ORBo Patzke Klamath Falls, OR

#12Colton Campbell Klamath Falls, OR

Bo Patzke Klamath Falls, ORColton Campbell Klamath Falls, OR

Casey Awbrey Klamath Falls, ORMarv W. Barton Redding, CAGrant C. Haigh Merrill, OR


Casey Awbrey Klamath Falls, ORDon Elms White City, OR

Hayes M. Smith White City, OR

OREGON CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#12Casey W. Fuller Clarkston, WA

Steen Schumacher Queen Creek, AZ#11

James Kittleson Eugene, ORTony D. Graham Stayton, OR


Steen Schumacher Queen Creek, AZ#9

Kevin E. Stickley Molalla, ORLarry Olson Lebanon, OR

#8Margaret Kenneally Fort Klamath, OR

Misty Perry Eagle Point, OREd Lemos Hornbrook, CA

Misty Perry Eagle Point, ORMargaret Kenneally Fort Klamath, OR

Ken V. Jennings Klamath Falls, ORMargaret Kenneally Fort Klamath, OR

Frank W. Juenemann Fall River Mills, CAByron E. Gibbons Alturas, CA

Frank W. Juenemann Fall River Mills, CASteve Keeton Sisters, OR

Pard Smith Prineville, OR

Margaret Kenneally Fort Klamath, ORDarrel Sewell Baker City, OR

#10Don Elms White City, OR

Hayes M. Smith White City, ORDon Elms White City, OR

Hayes M. Smith White City, ORMarti Anderson Eagle Point, ORMarv W. Barton Redding, CA

#9James Kittleson Eugene, OR

Myron D. Duarte Auburn, WABobbi M. Aldrich Crane, ORTrevor G. Aldrich Crane, OR

Margaret Kenneally Fort Klamath, ORMisty Perry Eagle Point, OR

#15Bobby Mote Culver, OR

Andy Carlson Stanfield, OR#13

Bobby Mote Culver, ORCasey Ladner Klamath Falls, OR

my greatest challenge. I like tocompete a lot and I like to win.”Campbell is not only a header and aheeler but he is a competitivebasketball player as well. Accordingto Campbell competition is whatmakes it all fun. Campbell ropes ata lot of the ropings that are close byand plans to do some high schoolrodeos when he gets older. Hewants to rope calves but right nowteam roping is his priority.

Campbell has never been toOklahoma City to the NationalFinals but with a National Shoot-Out he would like to go. “It is a long way from Oregon toOklahoma,” Campbell said. “I don’tknow if I will get to go or not. I wantto go so bad. I have some RegionalShoot-Outs and I’m hoping I can goto Winnemucca and use those.”

Campbell has already takensome of his winnings andpurchased some more roping steersand some roping calves. Campbellheels for his dad at home and theyrope when there isn’t a lot of rain tocontend with.

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#11James Kittleson (Eugene, OR) /Tony D. Graham (Stayton, OR),40.26 on 4, $2,182, NationalShoot-Outs worth $3,000 inFlex Earnings each

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Practicing with his partners is apriority as well and he is proud of thefact he won his first USTRC saddle atthe Oregon Championships. “It isgood I won the saddle here,” he said.“This one is close to home and I suream proud of my saddle.”

It is a pretty safe bet that Campbellwill rope again at the OregonChampionship. The John HancockEvent Center in Klamath Falls seemsto have a special appeal for Campbell.Not only is it close to home but it willalways be the place where he won hisfirst USTRC saddle. There is alwaysgoing to be a special joy in his heartwhen he thinks of the roping atKlamath Falls. The OregonChampionships proved to be a jewelfor this particular thirteen-year-oldseventh grader and he will alwaysremember how well he roped andwhat all it involved. ■

#10Colton Campbell

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#9Kevin E. Stickley (Molalla, OR) /Larry Olson (Lebanon, OR), 33.74on 3, $1,838, National Shoot-Outsworth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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The Arkansas Championships is a greatevent and one where ropers enjoycompeting. This year more than 1,939teams came to compete for the greatprize line and the outstanding payout. Infact, more than 775 individual ropersloaded up and headed for HarperStadium at Kay Rodgers Park in FortSmith, Arkansas. The first class event wasproduced by Denny and Lynn Flynn andwas a huge success.

One roper, Jimmy Thomas fromHodgen, Oklahoma had an outstandingweekend. Thomas put well over $9,380 inhis pocket along with a trophy GistBuckle, a trophy Martin saddle, a trophyClassic Equine saddle pad and $5,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings.

Thirty-year-old Thomas was excitedabout the good fortune. “This was really

a good roping and I certainly had a verygood time,” said Thomas, who works forKelly Construction Company. “Theroping was just great and ran offsmooth. The cattle were really good andI just had some good luck.”

Thomas picked up a fast time win inthe second rotation of the #13 withpartner Scott Lassiter. “Scott and I ropetogether quite a bit,” said Thomas. “Youknow I had two call backs in the shortround of the #15, but didn’t draw acheck. I was just glad to win a little atthat point. I had roped good and so Iknew if I kept picking away, it would all pay off.”

The victory made his mouth waterfor more and he went to work. Thomasfinished first and second in the mainAverage of the #12 Division with Joe

Herbert and Kent White respectively.Herbert and Thomas took home $5,128,trophy Martin saddles and a USTRCNational Shoot-Out worth $3,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings each. “Joe and I,well I call him Three; everybody callshim Three. Three and I have ropedtogether since he was just a little guy,”said Thomas with a laugh. “We haveplaced together at some small ropings,but this was the first big check we haveever won together. It was a good deal.”

White and Thomas caught four steersin 30.96 seconds to finish second placein the average. They took home $3,418,trophy Gist buckles and a RegionalShoot-Out worth $1,000 in USTRC FlexEarnings each. “Kent and I rope togetherquite a bit. We rope good together andhave placed before,”

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#15Blake H. Hughes Sulphur, OK

Trevor B. Connolly Durant, OKTrey Harmon Pocasset, OK

Cooper A. Bruce Springer, OKBrodie L. Poppino Big Cabin, OK

Ty Knott Oologah, OK#13

Dusty Cox Salina, OKJake R. Hughes Sulphur, OK

Cody R. Reed Jonesboro, ARBrandon J. Davis Fayetteville, AR

#12Joe B. Herbert Wister, OKTodd A. Reece Winston, MO

Kent White Red Oak, OKJimmy M. Thomas Hodgen, OK

Ethan Young Wyandotte, OKNathan C. Enyart Seneca, MO

#11Kent White Red Oak, OK

Donnie L. Ward Leflore, OKLowell W. Nichols Smithville, OK

Anson McReynolds Smithville, OKWade C. Cantrell McAlester, OK

Carl Wiles Eufaula, OK

ARKANSAS CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#11Blake Matlock Bleeker, OK

Brent Hargrove Elk City, OKBrian Green Sallisaw, OK

Dewayne Fair Sallisaw, OK#10

Blake Matlock Bleeker, OKCody Dees Duncan, OK

Doug McAlister Dover, ARClayton J. Beavers Dardanelle, AR

#9Steve Hamilton Seminole, OK

Skip Morton Chandler, OKJohn Ross Christenberry Cameron, OK

Richard D. Lamb Crowder, OK#8

Wayne Weeks Broken Bow, OKBrett Lowrie Smithville, OK

Bobby D. Cain Guthrie, OKPhillip Scott Piedmont, OK

Casey Adams Jackson City, KSGreg B. Jackson Clarksville, TX

Clint Crane Wister, OKTony F. Rogers Fairview, MO

Michael D. Kennedy Quitman, ARJoey McBride Battiest, OK

Tony Kuestersteffen Konawa, OKMichelle L. Hammons Heavener, OK

#10Ryan Tittle Beggs, OK

Todd Herlein Fayetteville, ARBrayden G. Tinder Bokoshe, OKJimmy M. Thomas Hodgen, OK

Brent Hudson Russelllville, ARStan Mooney Ozark, AR

#9Chaney Miller Malvern, AR

Benjamin L. Cox Hot Springs, ARTyler Pritchett Prague, OK

Dustin C. Hamilton Seminole, OKJames A. Gray Sperry, OK

Paul J. Mays Pawhuska, OK

#15Blake H. Hughes Sulphur, OK

Trevor B. Connolly Durant, OK#13

Clayton L. Criger Haskell, OKDale Simpson Beggs, OK

#12Joe B. Herbert Wister, OK

Jimmy M. Thomas Hodgen, OK

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#12Joe B. Herbert III (Wister, OK) / Jimmy M. Thomas (Hodgen, OK), 30.89 on 4, $5,128, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#11Blake Matlock (Bleeker, OK) / Brent Hargrove (Elk City, OK), 30.41 on 4, $8,034, National Shoot-Outsworth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

said Thomas. “In fact, the first time I placed with Kent I was heeling on a mule. He told me that if I couldheel on a mule, I could probably heelon anything.”

In the #11 Division Thomasteamed up with Megan Graham.“This was actually one of the firsttimes Megan and I had ever ropedtogether,” said Thomas. “She ropesgood and has a really nice painthead horse.” The team won the fast

time of the short round and also placedfifth in the main Average with a time of34.63 seconds on four.

Thomas struck again in the #10Division with partners Nathan Morrisonand Brayden Tinder. Morrison andThomas won the fast time of the thirdrotation and then placed seventh in themain Average. “Nathan lives about amile and a half from me and just startedroping about 6 or 7 months ago,” saidThomas. “He has really come a long wayin that short time and he has a lot tolearn. He works hard and tries hard andhe is going to be a great header. Ienjoyed roping with him.”

Tinder and Thomas placed third inthe main Average with a time of 34.97seconds on four. “Brayden is my bestfriend’s son, well step-son,” saidThomas. “He is a really good kid and is apleasure to be around. He is alwaysgoing to be mounted well and has somegreat coaches and mentors. I just likethe kid and love to rope with him.” Thewin gave the team $3,924, trophy ClassicEquine saddle pads and a RegionalFinals Shoot-Out worth $1,000 in USTRCFlex Earnings each.

Thomas was excited about hisaccomplishments and plans to reinvesthis winnings.

“You know, I will just use that moneyto enter some more,” said Thomas. “Iplan on going to the Cinch USTRCNational Finals and I want to enter asmuch as I can. I have two great horses;one that belongs to Kip Kelley and theother belongs to Don Smith. They makesure I am always on a good horse andthat only helps me to rope better.”

If you missed out on the ArkansasChampionships, you missed a greatroping. It was a huge success and a veryfun USTRC event. ■

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TEXASCHAMPIONSHIPS

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San Antonio, Texas is a great place tovisit and it is also a great place to teamrope. The Texas Championshipsproduced by the USTRC kicked off April 16-19, 2009 at the San Antonio RosePalace. The event welcomed more than3,800 teams to town and paid out almosthalf a million dollars in cash and prizes.It was a huge event and one that youcertainly didn’t want to miss.

Mitch Birdwell of Coleman, Texas andSmokey Eppler of Ranger, Texas teamedup for an unforgettable win in the #10Division. “This was just an awesome

event and the biggest thing that the SanAntonio Rose Palace has probably everseen,” said 40-year-old Mitch Birdwell.“It was certainly one of the best ropingsI have ever been to and one that I willnot forget.” “Yes, it was a great ropingwith some great steers. Some ran andsome didn’t but they were an even setand things just worked out,” said 61 yearold Eppler. “It was a big roping. I loveUSTRC ropings and I go to every onethey have in Texas. I also wouldn’t missthe Finals at all. The USTRC always has agood roping and if you are a team roper

there is no reason not to go to them.”Birdwell and Eppler qualified to the

short round in the second call backposition and made a clean run in theshort round. “I was just so happy to getthe steer caught for Smokey and evenhappier when he pulled back on twofeet,” said Birdwell. “I was so pumpedand super excited.” “My plan was to justgo rope the steer and make a nice runand then see what happened,” saidEppler. “I won the #9 down here in 2007with Jay Davis and it was the samesituation. We were

OpenSteve Purcella (Hereford, TX) / Kory Koontz (Sudan, TX), 37.86 on 5, $5,204

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#15Jesy C. Austin Zachary, LARudy J. Austin Zachary, LA

Shea Durbin Stephenville, TXShawn G. Darnall Deleon, TX

Brandon H. Garson Burleson, TXBuddy E. Hawkins Fairland, OK

#13A R. Northcott Odessa, TX

Jake McCallister Bryan, TXJon R. Sandstrom Helotes, TX

Frank M. Montague Boerne, TX#12

Jairus W. Martin Sulphur, LATrace B. Porter Leesville, LA

Corey Bader Mccoy, TXChico Hines Dilley, TX

Nathan M. Bradford Magnolia, TXBradley Bonds Hockley, TX

Rebecca A. Neuhaus Huntsville, TXTrey W. Stevenson Huntsville, TX

#11Chett Hutzler Liberty, TX

Justin D. Hammond Marquez, TXBoy Munoz Zapata, TX

Danny E. Mendoza Zapata, TXDavid P. Polk Brazoria, TX

Corey Hendrick Rosenberg, TXGene E. Hirsch Charlotte, TX

Ricky D. Cox Floresville, TX#10

Eric D. Buell Sisterdale, TXJoey D. Austin Spring Branch, TX

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#11Noe DeLosSantos Zapata, TX

Alex Garcia Zapata, TXDiego Garcia Poteet, TXJ. R. Martinez Poteet, TXDerek Nelms Kerrville, TX

Barry D. Jaroszewski New Braunfels, TX#10

Mitch J. Birdwell Coleman, TXSmokey E. Eppler Ranger, TXChuck J. Fretwell Pleasanton, TXRickey Gonzales Pleasanton, TXBen D. Cowsert Harper, TX

Scott Bierschwale Harper, TX#9

Hugo Cantu Mission, TXJ. P. Guerra Edinburg, TXCody Smith Sweetwater, TXKen Conrad Strawn, TX

Dennis M. Lithgow Terrell, TXKelly J. Tuley Waxahachie, TX

#8Tommy F. Kocian Yoakum, TX

Tim Kocian Shiner, TXHugo D. Garcia Laredo, TXDaniel Sanchez Laredo, TXMike Gonzales Kenedy, TX

Oscar Soto Stockdale, TXTanner Dutton Mason, TX

Hunter Reno Harper, TXTommy F. Kocian Yoakum, TX

Robby Lewis Bertram, TXJavier E. Munoz San Ygnacio, TX

Freddy Cantu San Diego, TX

Johnny A. Alvarez Waller, TXBradley Bonds Hockley, TX

Joe Guidry Sulphur, LAJarett Guidry Sulphur, LA

Melissa North Ponder, TXLink Thompson Kaufman, TX

#9Chuck J. Fretwell Pleasanton, TX

Shad Herron La Vernia, TXJeff Dutton Madina, TX

Mitch Waltisperger Tarpley, TXJohn C. Kirbow Kirbyville, TX

Jarett Guidry Sulphur, LACasey Williams New Braunfels, TXRoy A. Williams New Braunfels, TX

#15Brandon G. Plush Merryville, LA

Scott LeDoux Vinton, LA#13

Doug Burdette Crockett, TXJake W. Kropik Midway, TX

Eric Daniels Needville, TXCorey Hendrick Rosenberg, TX

#12Joe Garcia Zapata, TX

Alex Garcia Zapata, TXChett Hutzler Liberty, TX

Justin D. Hammond Marquez, TXGene E. Hirsch Charlotte, TX

Scott Watts Charlotte, TX

#15Brandon G. Plush (Merryville, LA) / Scott LeDoux (Vinton, LA), 41.01 on 5, $5,452, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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#13Doug Burdette (Crockett, TX) / Jake W. Kropik (Midway, TX), 33.14 on 4, $8,696, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

second call and just made a nice runand made them have to come beat usand they didn’t. That is exactly whathappened this time as well.” The teamwon the Average with a time of 34.86 onfour steers to claim a paycheck for$20,446. The duo also won trophyMartin saddles and National FinalsShoot-Outs worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

“You know that is the first Average Ihave ever won and the first saddle I haveever won. I have been waiting on thismoment for a long time. I started ropingwhen I was in high school and I am 40now, so that is a long time to wait to wina saddle,” said Birdwell. “It was just anawesome experience and I was so

happy. The high team missed and Ihated to see that, but was excited thatwe were still standing when all thesmoke cleared.” “It was certainly thebiggest roping I have ever won,” saidEppler. “It was Mitch’s first saddle andthat was pretty cool for him to win hisfirst saddle with me.”

The team just barely edged out thePleasanton, Texas team of ChuckFretwell and Rickey Gonzales whofinished second with a time of 36.05seconds on four steers. “This was like Isaid, my first saddle and so I broke it inand will be roping on it,” addedBirdwell. “This was certainly a highlight of my team roping career and something I am very proud to have accomplished.”

Birdwell also placed third in theIncentive Average of the Gold PlusDivision with his wife, Bobbi. “It was also cool to win with my wife. She has really been roping good,” saidBirdwell. “Us winning together was justreally close to being as good as mewinning my first saddle. Not quite, but really close.”

Needless to say the TexasChampionships was an outstandingevent. Team ropers from as far away asCanada came to try their hand at theannual event. In fact, more than 1,405team ropers and their families were inattendance. The parking lots, stalls andstands were full. It was a roping toremember, especially for the Texas teamof Mitch Birdwell and Smokey Eppler. ■

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#12Joe Garcia (Zapata, TX) / Alex Garcia (Zapata, TX), 31.00 on 4, $10,504, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#11Noe DeLosSantos

(Zapata, TX) / Alex Garcia

(Zapata, TX), 33.51 on 4, $15,932,


#10Mitch J. Birdwell(Coleman, TX) /Smokey E. Eppler(Ranger, TX), 34.86 on 4, $20,446,National Shoot-Outsworth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each

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#8Hugo D. Garcia (Laredo, TX) / Daniel Sanchez (Laredo, TX), 25.52 on 3, $4,870, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#9Hugo Cantu, Jr. (Mission, TX) / J. P. Guerra (Edinburg, TX), 37.40 on 4, $16,984, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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ALABAMACHAMPIONSHIPS

96 / JUNE 2009



Montgomery, Alabama is a great place toget away and the WO Crawford Arena is aperfect place for some fast-paced teamroping action. The arena might be small,but ropers enjoy the competition andUSTRC producer Ed Allen makes sureevery roper has an opportunity to win.Such was exactly the case with this year’sAlabama Championships held April 17-19, 2009. More than 1,240 teamsattended the annual event and ropersfrom 11 states were there to try theirhand and see if they could bring in heir share of the great prize line and cash money.

Greg Williams, a 35-year header fromPerkinston, Mississippi, will foreverremember his trip to Montgomery for

the Alabama Championships. “This wasjust an excellent roping with some greatsteers and a very friendly barrier,” saidWilliams who owns his own dirtcontracting business. “Everybody Italked to felt the same way and reallyenjoyed the roping.”

Williams teamed up with RickieLeBlanc from Walker, Louisiana to winthe Incentive Average and the mainAverage of the Gold Plus Division. “Oneof Rickie’s partners didn’t show up andso we decided to enter,” said Williams.“It was just a true blessing andsomething that worked out for the best.”The duo caught three steers in 22.04seconds and then roped their shortround steer in 8.24 seconds to

accomplish the task. They won $4,708, apair of trophy Gist Buckles and twoNational Shoot-Outs worth $12,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings. “This was my firstand second USTRC belt buckles and Iam very proud of both of them,” addedWilliams. He went on to say: “As Ibacked into the box I was just thinkingto score, ride, and rope. It all cametogether for us and we were just blessedto have done so well.”

Williams teamed up with RichardTraylor and Joey Pilgrim in the #11 andfinished second and fifth in the mainAverage. Williams and Traylor fromPoplarville, Mississippi caught foursteers in 31.35 seconds to win second.“Richard and I rope together quite a bit

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#15Wes Kent Grand Cane, LA

Nick V. Kent Grand Cane, LAMatt Thomas Ranger, GA

Adam Toole Rydal, GADerrick A. Davis Hilliard, FLJerry W. Courson Lake City, FL

#13Justin P. Martin Watkinsville, GA

Joshua P. McMillan Enigma, GAJohn H. Shockley Madison, GA

Rodney D. Melton Wilburton, OK#12

Justin P. Martin Watkinsville, GAJoshua P. McMillan Enigma, GA

Justin P. Martin Watkinsville, GANathan V. Berg Mansfield, GA

Adam Elwer Madison, GAMatt Wilson Madison, GA

#11Justin P. Martin Watkinsville, GANathan V. Berg Mansfield, GAGreg Williams Perkinston, MS

Richard Traylor Poplarville, MSRip Wilson Madison, GA

Ben O. Gambrell West Union, SC

ALABAMA CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#11Dusty Swanson Lafayette, GA

Ben O. Gambrell West Union, SC#10

Chandler Kimbrough Mount Hope, ALLucas A. Campbell Moulton, AL

Josh K. Holley Shubuta, MSRichard Traylor Poplarville, MS

#9Greg Williams Perkinston, MS

Joey Pilgrim McHenry, MSCody Inman Elkmont, ALChris Nave Madison, AL

#8Cody Inman Elkmont, ALChris Nave Madison, AL

Curt Mosley Dalton, GALarry Carter Lucedale, MSCurt Mosley Dalton, GA

Corey R. Mosley Dalton, GAGregory A. Hopkins Seale, AL

David R. Wentz Ripley, MSGeorge Nunn Cullman, AL

Anthony Stafford South Port, FLGeorge Nunn Cullman, AL

Mark A. McFall Lebanon, TN

#10Paul Crowe Cartersville, GAZack Mabry Oneonta, AL

Chuck Stewart Mathews, ALDennis W. Moore Opp, ALSteve W. Ingram Powder Springs, GA

Steven Horne Forsyth, GA#9

Will W. Schultz Palmetto, GAZack Mabry Oneonta, AL

Dusty Swanson Lafayette, GANathan V. Berg Mansfield, GA

Curt Mosley Dalton, GAClint Haslerig Rock Springs, GA

#15Richard Traylor Poplarville, MSSquirt L. Cook Shubuta, MS

#13Justin P. Martin Watkinsville, GA

Ben O. Gambrell West Union, SC#12

Clint Finley Cleveland, GAJustin C. Cooper Sylvester, GA

and practice together some,” saidWilliams. “He ropes really well and is agood partner.” They won $2,758 andRegional Shoot-Outs worth $1,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings each.

Williams continued his winning waysin the #9 Division where he teamed upwith Pilgrim again to win the mainAverage. “Joey and I rope together all the

time and we practice a lot,” saidWilliams. “It was really neat to win myfirst USTRC saddle with the guy that Itravel with.” They roped four steers in32.60 seconds to take the victory. Theteam won $3,994, trophy Martin saddlesand a National Shoot-Out worth $3,000in flex earnings each. “I put that saddlein the living room. It is a trophy and so

that is where I plan to leave it,” said Williams.

Williams is certainly planning onattending the Cinch USTRC NationalFinals of Team Roping in OklahomaCity, Oklahoma October 24 –November 2, 2009. “I am definitelyplanning on going to the Finals. Iusually go elk hunting during thattime, but this year I am going toschedule my elk hunt a little laterand go to the Finals with as manyShoot-Outs as I can,” said Williams.“I am excited about the opportunity.”

The Alabama Championships wasa great event and producer Ed Allenwas pleased with the outcome. It wasa roping that you will certainly wantto put on your calendar of events fornext year. ■

#15 Richard Traylor (Poplarville, MS) /Squirt L. Cook, Jr. (Shubuta, MS),37.53 on 5, $2,532, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each


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#11Dusty Swanson (Lafayette, GA) / Ben O. Gambrell (WestUnion, SC), 28.01 on 4, $4,138, National Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#10Chandler Kimbrough (Mount Hope, AL) / Lucas A. Campbell (Moulton, AL), 29.81 on 4, $5,062,National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#12Clint Finley (Cleveland, GA) / Justin C. Cooper (Sylvester, GA),30.50 on 4, $3,316, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each

#13Justin P. Martin (Watkinsville, GA) /Ben O. Gambrell (West Union, SC),

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#8 Curt Mosley (Dalton, GA) / Larry Carter (Lucedale, MS), 21.30 on 3, $2,768, National Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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4 CORNERSCLASSIC

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Farmington, New Mexico is blessed witha plethora of quality team ropers. WorldChampion Team Roping Header JakeBarns is from Bloomfield, just minutesaway from McGee Park, the home of theFour Corners Classic. There are alsoothers who enjoy the sport and rope on a daily basis. Many of these ropers fromall around attended the annual eventhosted by Red Rock Roping Productionsand Walt Eddy.

One young team roper from Capitan, New Mexico certainly made his presence known at the event. Fifteen-year-old Cade Passig entered upin the #11 Division with Reno Eddy andChance Kiehne. The young men walkedaway with first and second place in themain Average.

“This was a really good roping and alot of fun. All the ropings paid good andthey had some really good steers,” said

Passig. “I liked the roping a lot andenjoyed the production and the cattle.”

Kiehne and Passig were 6.56 secondsin the short round to win the fast time ofthe short go, bringing their total time inthe Average to 35.93 seconds, givingthem second place.

“We were 11th call back to the shortround and we just wanted to see whatwe drew and then do the best we couldon that steer. Fortunately, I knocked agood start and then got it on the steerfast. Cade just rolled around there andcaught him by two feet,” said 18-year-oldKiehne. “It was pretty cool being 11thcall back and blitzing the steer in 6.5 andending up second in the Average. We putthe pressure on the next five or six teamsand they had trouble handling it.”

“I was just thinking we needed to be

clean, but kind of fast,” said Passig.“Mainly I just wanted to catch the steerand make everybody else come and beatus.” They earned $3,626 and RegionalFinals Shoot-Outs worth $2,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings.

“Cade and I have been ropingtogether quite a bit here lately,” saidKiehne. “I am roping with his dad at he Bob Feist Invitational and so we allhave been practicing a lot. Of course,Cade and I will be roping at the USFinals. That is one roping I am not going to miss.”

“Yes Chance and I have been ropingtogether a lot here lately and we havebeen winning a lot,” added Passig. “He isa good run and I like roping with him.”Eddy and Passig took first place with atime of 32.69 seconds on four steers. “I

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#15Kyle Honeyfield Bosque Farms, NM

Wade Masters Durango, COCasey T. Lambert El Paso, TXAaron Navarrete Carlsbad, NM

Kesley Phillips Round Rock, AZLucius P. Sells Rough Rock, AZ

#13Ross A. Gosney Bayfield, CO

E J. Clark Kirtland, NMAaron Chee Ganado, AZ

Fabian L. Garcia Church Rock, NM#12

Justin J. Higgins Bloomfield, NMLogan W. Wengert Bloomfield, NM

Cody Jo Mirabal Grants, NMRyan Cook Belen, NMElroy Vigil Bayfield, CO

Lane L. Yazzie Kirtland, NM#11

Elroy Vigil Bayfield, COLane L. Yazzie Kirtland, NM

Chance Kiehne Springerville, AZCade Passig Capitan, NM

Anthony O. Rivas Fruitland, NMOrie Rivas Bayfield, CO

FOUR CORNERS CLASSIC • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#11Reno Eddy Gallup, NM

Cade Passig Capitan, NM#10

Dustin R. Yancey Aztec, NMMark Lepich Bloomfield, NM

Renaldo Wartz Blue Gap, AZOctavius Wartz Blue Gap, AZ

#9Cody Boozer Jarales, NM

Michael R. Ortega Jarales, NM#8

Terry Cox Mancos, COEmmanuel Castillo Dolores, CO

Joseph Romero Tome, NMBenjie Sam Chinle, AZ

John McCollum Montrose, COOlavio Hernandez Estancia, NM

Linford Yazzie Winslow, AZRyan Begay Sanders, AZ

Elwood J. Clark Kirtland, NMMike R. Lowry Olathe, CO

Paul Begaye Newcome, NMMonteal L. Martinez Farmington, NM

#10Anthony O. Rivas Fruitland, NM

Orie Rivas Bayfield, COCharlotte Davis La Plata, NM

Logan W. Wengert Bloomfield, NMEyron H. Cowboy Tuba City, AZ

Anthony L. Dayzie Shiprock, NM#9

Dustin R. Yancey Aztec, NMMark Lepich Bloomfield, NM

Carlton J. Maria Pinehill, NMBoots Maria Pinehill, NMJerry Elkins Milan, NM

Pat J. Forkner Bluewater, NM

#15Joseph Savedra Grants, NMGralyn J. Elkins McIntosh, NM

#13Dexter Williams Leupp, AZ

Lamuel Yazzie Window Rock, AZ#12

Logan C. Colbert Dolores, COGralyn J. Elkins McIntosh, NM

actually broke thebarrier on the first steerand so we were trying tomake up some timethroughout the wholeroping,” said 16-year-old Eddy. “I told Cadethat we just needed tocatch our steer and beas fast and smooth aswe could be.”

“Reno and I weresecond call back andbasically I just wanted aclean catch to try andput a little pressure onthe high team,” saidPassig. “I really justwanted to stay consistent and catch my steer and then see how things played out.”

They won $5,438, trophy Martinsaddles and a National Shoot-Out worth$3,000 in Flex Earnings each. “This wasmy first USTRC saddle and it was reallyexciting to win it. It fits me and fits myhorses. I really couldn’t have done any ofthis without the help of my sponsors,Sutton Ropes, Double J Equine Servicesand Forever Cowboys. They are the

reason I can even enter,” said Passig.“This was really the first time Reno and Ihad ever entered. We just clicked andthings worked for us. It felt really good toheel for him and he handled cattle reallywell.” “I usually heel, but I just got a newhead horse and so I figured I should tryhim out,” said Eddy. “Cade is a good run

and we did well together. I realized that Ireally have a nice horse and so maybe Ishould start heading again.”

The Four Corners Classic was just a great USTRC roping and was fun for all. It just happened to be a really greattime for three outstanding young team ropers. ■

#15 Joseph Savedra (Grants, NM) / Gralyn J. Elkins (Mc Intosh, NM), 35.93 on 5, $2,426,

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#10Dustin R. Yancey

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#11Reno Eddy (Gallup, NM) /Cade Passig (Capitan, NM),32.69 on 4, $5,438, NationalShoot-Outs worth $3,000 inFlex Earnings each

#12Logan C. Colbert (Dolores, CO) / Gralyn J. Elkins

(McIntosh, NM), 31.21 on 4, $3,902, NationalShoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#13Dexter Williams (Leupp, AZ) / Lamuel Yazzie (Window Rock, AZ), 29.60on 4, $3,270, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each



#9Cody Boozer (Jarales, NM) / Michael R. Ortega (Jarales, NM),35.61 on 4, $4,008, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in FlexEarnings each

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Idaho Sports Center in Nampa, Idahois the home of the USTRC’s IdahoChampionships. The event is producedby Load ‘Em in the Dark Cattle Companyand Chris Freed. This year the eventkicked off April 24 and ran through April26, 2009. Team ropers from at least 14states and three Canadian provincesattended the annual event.

Wendell Youngberg from Reliance,Wyoming was one such roper and he had an outstanding event. Youngbergpocketed $5,737 in cash, a trophy Martin saddle, a trophy Gist buckle, twoNational Shoot-Outs and two Regional

Shoot-Outs worth $8,000 in USTRC FlexEarnings. “This was a really goodroping,” said Youngberg. “First off I wantto say how much I appreciate the chutehelp and the people behind the scenes.Without them we really wouldn’t have aroping. I appreciate all those people anddon’t think they get enough credit.”

The 45-year-old header won first inthe Incentive Average of the Gold PlusDivision with partner Gary Belliston.“Gary and I met at the Perfect 10 ropingand then again at a benefit roping. Wedecided we should enter at Nampa andit worked out good for us,” said

Youngberg. They caught three steers in33.45 second to take home $1,270,trophy Gist buckles and National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC FlexEarnings each. Youngberg also finishedfourth place in the main Average withNate Taylor.

“Nate and I have roped togethersome and we have traveled togethersome,” said Youngberg. “I really struggleat finding partners and so Nate and Iteam up a lot.” He and Belliston struckagain in the #10 as they finished secondin the main Average with a time of 44.79seconds on four steers. “We were third

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#15Dillon C. Lufkin Lemhi, ID

Pat Woodcock Fruitland, IDJohn O'Connor Cave Creek, AZPat Woodcock Fruitland, ID

Josi Young Buhl, IDCasey M. Perkins Shoshone, ID

#13Bob Willis Lindon, UTJade Willis Randolph, UT

Casey W. Fuller Clarkston, WADarrel Sewell Baker City, OR

#12Bodie Taylor Santaquin, UTNate Taylor Santaquin, UT

Maquel E. Fleming Gilbert, AZJason Boegle Fernley, NVJerry Jensen Blackfoot, ID

Darrel Sewell Baker City, OR#11

Tricia Campbell Nampa, IDKatlen E. Schimmelpfennig Eagle, ID

Rantz E. Hanchey Kimberly, ID

IDAHO CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#12Kyle D. Turner Eden, IDKirk R. Webb Wendell, ID

#11Tricia Campbell Nampa, ID

Clint L. Felton Fallon, NV#10

Tony Jardine Twin Falls, IDChase J. Whittaker Leadore, ID

#9Wendell S. Youngberg Reliance, WY

Scott Raschke Pocatello, ID#8

Lance B. Elison Inkom, IDKevin R. Degn Malad City, ID

Vaughn E. Moser Ontario, ORCliff T. Belliston Magna, UT

Mark Barber Parma, IDDusty Allison Boise, ID

Dylan D. Maughan Hooper, UTTim C. Ekstrom Malad City, ID

Amy Woodruff Nampa, IDChad Evans Plain City, UT

Nawny M. Jones Lamoille, NVDavid R. Bothum Hermiston, OR

Casey M. Perkins Shoshone, IDKyle D. Turner Eden, ID

Herb Smith Meridian, ID#10

B J. Murnion Lamoille, NVJustin W. McDermott Lamoille, NV

Wendell S. Youngberg Reliance, WYGary Belliston Erda, UT

Tricia Campbell Nampa, IDKirk R. Webb Wendell, ID

#9John R. Skeen Roy, UTKen R. Groves Bluffdale, UT

Wendell S. Youngberg Reliance, WYBrandon J. Barrow Hooper, UT

Rod H. Maughan Hooper, UTCooper Jack Perkins West Haven, UT

#15Wes Tews Fallon, NV

Clint L. Felton Fallon, NV#13

Will Bedke Oakley, IDCasey M. Perkins Shoshone, ID

or fourth call and just wanted to catch the steer,” saidYoungberg. “I really pride myself on letting my partners dotheir job. I want to catch every steer. If I don’t give my heeler ashot, then I certainly won’t win. The objective is to catch themall and see where we fall.” They earned $2,616 and RegionalShoot-Outs worth $1,000 in USTRC Flex earnings each.

Youngberg teamed up with Scott Raschke and BrandonBarrow in the #9 to continue his winning streak. He finishedfirst and second in the main Average and also took home thefast time overall of the roping. He and Raschke won first inthe main Average with a time of 43.46 seconds on four steers.“I have known Scott for a while and he asked me

#15 Wes Tews (Fallon, NV) / Clint L Felton (Fallon, NV), 51.85 on 5,$1,890, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#11Tricia Campbell (Nampa, ID) / Clint L. Felton (Fallon, NV), 39.53 on

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to rope on Friday when I got tothe roping,” said Youngberg. “Itworked out good for us. He leggedour short round steer and almostlost his dally. He was trying hishardest and I was really tickled towin with him.”

They won $3,322, trophyMartin saddles and NationalFinals Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings. Youngbergand Barrow won second with a47.06 second total on four steers.They won $2,492 and a RegionalShoot-Out worth $2,000 in USTRCFlex Earnings. “Brandon and I metabout two years ago and teamedup through the partner finder,”said Youngberg. “I was excited towin with him and he was prettytickled himself.”

The Idaho Championships wasthe place to be April 24-26, 2009and the Idaho Sports Center is agreat facility. Plan on being at thisgreat USTRC event next year. It isone you don’t want to miss. ■

#10Tony Jardine (Twin Falls, ID) / Chase J. Whittaker(Leadore, ID), 40.54 on 4, $3,922, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#9Wendell S. Youngberg (Reliance, WY) /

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MISSOURICLASSIC

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When Ike Cox and Jeff Smith partner up youcan expect something great. Such was thecase with the Missouri Classic in Bethany,Missouri at the Hickory Hill Arena. TheUSTRC event took place April 24-26, 2009and welcomed over 1,175 teams to thecompetition. Team ropers from 14 differentstates attended the annual team roping.

One such attendee was Curtis Bucklerfrom Leavenworth, Kansas. The 42-year-oldteam roper had an excellent weekend. Hetook home $4,512, a trophy Martin saddle, atrophy Gist Buckle, a Regional Shoot-Outand two National Shoot-Outs.

“You know this was just a great roping,”said Buckler. “There is a group of about fouror five of us that try to make this roping inBethany every year. You can always bet it isgoing to be a good event.” Buckler began hiswin streak on the head side in the #10

Division. He partnered up with Eric Hoeltingand placed sixth in the main Average with atime of 44.43 seconds on four steers. “I wasglad to rope with Eric,” said Buckler. “Weentered the US roping in Topeka together andhave roped at some local ropings. I was gladwe did some good.”

In the #9 Division Buckler switched to the heel side and partnered up with Justin Newell.

“You know I just bought a new heel horsea week after the US roping in Topeka,” saidBuckler. “I jokingly told the crew that I wastraveling with that I was going to win all mymoney on Sunday. It was pretty funnybecause I am a better header than I am aheeler.” The team walked away with a thirdplace finish in the main Average. They earned$2,262 and a Regional Shoot-Out worth$2,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings. “This was the

first time Justin and I had ever ropedtogether,” said Buckler with a laugh. “We justmet on Saturday night and he didn’t knowwhat he was getting into. We kind ofpressured him into entering with me.”

The #8 Division was where Buckler reallystruck pay dirt. He partnered up with CraigHitschmann to win the main Average. “Craigwas my pick partner. We drew up together inthe #8 at Topeka. Of course, I missed for himthere but fortunately he decided to partner upwith me again and this time it paid off.” Theycaught three steers in 29.77 seconds and won$3,462, trophy Martin saddles and NationalShoot-Outs worth $3,000 in USTRC FlexEarnings each. “We were 18th call back to theshort round and so I was just thinking that Ineeded to let my rope go as fast as I could,close my eyes and see what happened,” saidBucker. “Luckily it worked out for us and we

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#15Troy R. Kitchener Liberty, MODerrick T. Younger Paola, KS

Cody Graham Everton, MOTodd A. Reece Winston, MO

Jason Dierks Latham, KSBuddy E. Hawkins Fairland, OK

#13Chad E. Martin Edgar Springs, MOScott R. Manier Houston, MO

Terry Hilderbrand Bartlett, KSNathan C. Enyart Seneca, MO

#12Justin W. Gregory Mayetta, KS

Donnie J. McNeece McLouth, KSJase Mixer Camp Point, IL

J R. Henderson De Soto, MOTerry Hilderbrand Bartlett, KSNathan C. Enyart Seneca, MO

#11Rod Pratt Scott City, KS

Darin L. Freehling Scott City, KSCraig Hitschmann Natoma, KSNathan C. Enyart Seneca, MOMarquise Eason Kansas City, KS

MISSOURI CLASSIC • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#11Doug Hinkle Lewistown, MO

Brad K. Cartwright Monroe, IA#10

Dylan Campbell Quincy, ILMichael Houchins Frankford, MO

Levi M. Taylor Salina, KSSteve Zumbrunn Junction City, KS

#9Shane D. Subbert Lamont, IA

Matt A. Mefford Clarence, MODale Jackson Cassville, MO

Tony F. Rogers Fairview, MO#8

Nick L. Reynolds Cuba, KSBill Logan Mankato, KS

Craig Hitschmann Natoma, KSCurtis S. Buckler Leavenworth, KS

Bryan K. Sponsler Chariton, IAKevin Lair Unionville, MO

Gary DeBolt Council Bluffs, IACurtis S. Buckler Leavenworth, KSCasey O. Sperry Gilman City, MO

Jim Robinson Duncombe, IADean A. Bauknecht Montello, WI

Darrell Bruce Drexel, MO

Todd A. Reece Winston, MO#10

Dan J. Pearson Emporia, KSAndy T. Knott Kearney, MO

Jake Kraus Pacific, MODusty M. Kraus Pacific, MO

Jon Bradley Albia, IAMike D. Stevens Maquoketa, IA

#9Justin Myers Camp Point, IL

Tony A. Schindler Frankford, MOJustin Newell Oskaloosa, KS

Curtis S. Buckler Leavenworth, KSDoyle Buetzer Bethany, MOMike Demott Maryville, MO

#15Donnie J. McNeece McLouth, KSAntonio P. Savedra Shawnee, KS

#13Russell Eaves Lonedell, MO

J R. Henderson De Soto, MO#12

Suzie M. Johnson Brodhead, WIJoe L. Kane Albia, IA

held on to win the roping.”Buckler also teamed up with Gary DeBolt

to finish third place in the main Average. “I drew Gary and he is a pretty salty

header,” said Buckler. “He was a good runand turned me some really good steers.”They won $1,784, trophy Gist buckles andNational Shoot-Outs also worth $3,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings each. “It was just agood roping and went my way for once. I liketo do whichever end I can win at and usuallythat is the head side. Things just worked out

for me this weekend heeling and my newhorse really fits me,” said Buckler. “I hopethese guys will all head down to the Finals with me and we can do itagain. For now I am just waiting on the IowaChampionships. That is where we are headedto next.”

The Missouri Classic was another greatproduction and outstanding event. Like I saidin the beginning, when Jeff Smith and IkeCox partner up, you better get ready forsomething spectacular.

“Every month I read about all the ropingsaround the country and I just think it is agreat thing that the USTRC is so in touchwith the participants,” said Buckler. “I am anavid golfer and play in a lot of tournaments.None of my friends I golf with can believethere is an organization that you can win thekind of money and prizes that the USTRCallows us to compete for and still be a novicein the sport. Team roping is an awesomesport and not just for the pros but forfamilies.” ■

#15Donnie J. McNeece (McLouth, KS) / Antonio P. Savedra (Shawnee, KS), 40.89 on 5, $1,866, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each


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#13Russell Eaves (Lonedell, MO) / J. R. Henderson, Jr. (De Soto, MO), 33.39 on 4,$2,420, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#12Suzie M. Johnson (Brodhead, WI) / Joe L. Kane (Albia, IA), 34.75 on 4,

$3,160, National Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#10Dylan Campbell (Quincy, IL) /

Michael Houchins (Frankford, MO), 35.05 on 4, $4,696, National Shoot-Outs


#11Doug Hinkle (Lewistown, MO) / Brad K. Cartwright (Monroe, IA),34.31 on 4, $3,568, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each



#9Shane D. Subbert (Lamont, IA) / Matt A. Mefford(Clarence, MO), 40.59 on 4, $4,390, NationalShoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#8 Craig Hitschmann (Natoma, KS) / Curtis S. Buckler (Leavenworth, KS), 29.77 on 3, $3,462, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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Amarillo, Texas is a hot bed for teamropers. The Panhandle is full of ropersjust waiting to get to the next event. ThePanhandle Classic produced by theUSTRC and held at the Amarillo NationalCenter brought ropers in from more than19 states to compete for the outstandingprize line and payoff.

Eighteen-year-old Graylyn Elkinsfrom McIntosh, New Mexico had a great event.

“You know this was a great roping,”said Elkins. “I won some money at theUSTRC roping in Farmington, so Idecided to go to Amarillo. Some of myfriends were going and I had some runs.It is about four and a half hours to

Amarillo, so it was not really that far.”He partnered up with header

Jackie Gillispie to win the Average of the #15 Division.

“We were introduced to each other atthe roping and so we decided to enteron a spur of the moment deal,” saidElkins. “I needed another run and so didhe, so we partnered up and it workedout for us. He really has a nice headhorse and handles cattle good.”

The team roped five steers in 34.56second to win the Average. They earned$5,954, trophy saddle pads with tooledleathers, and National Shoot-Outs worth$3,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings each.

In the #12 Division Elkins teamed up

with James Dowley and they won thefast time of Rotation 2.

“James and I rope together a bunch,especially over the last year. We placedin a little jackpot and have been ropingtogether ever since,” said Elkins. “Ioriginally wasn’t going to stay for the#12, but since I won a little in the #15 I decided to enter.”

The team then went on to finish firstin the main Average. They caught foursteers in 34.68 seconds to win $5,438,trophy Martin saddles and a NationalShoot-Out worth $3,000 in USTRC FlexEarnings each.

“Again this was a great roping withsome good cattle and I had a pretty

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#15Josh Siggins Ruidoso Downs, NM

Lane Siggins Ruidoso Downs, NMBrandon Farris Marlow, OKDerrick Jantzen Ames, OK

Clay Good Midland, TXLandon H. Williams Midland, TX

#13Kerry A. Osburn Elida, NM

Ben J. Blue Dumas, TXTate Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO

Jake R. Hughes Sulphur, OK#12

Tate Kirchenschlager Yuma, COTrevor Kirchenschlager Yuma, CO

Beau McDowell Red River, NMBilly Ivy Amarillo, TX

Shawn Wilson Capitan, NMLane Siggins Ruidoso Downs, NM

#11Loagan W. Helton Pampa, TX

Shay Aaron Quanah, TXDustin B. McAtee Laverne, OK

Toby Morris Woodward, OKLarry Webb Newkirk, NM

Clay W. Jones Hereford, TX

PANHANDLE CLASSIC • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#11Larry W. Hendricks Tulia, TX

Cody M. Altman Canyon, TXJeff Menegatti Aguilar, CO

Nick G. Sciacca Trindad, CO#10

Joanie K. Ivy Amarillo, TXBrent Ivy Amarillo, TX

Billy Good Portales, NMPecos C. Thomas Plainview, TX

#9James R. Meister Boise City, OK

Hayden Tooley Borger, TXHardy H. Gordon Dalhart, TX

Buster Reedy Amarillo, TX#8

Cary D. Cox Stillwater, OKGarrett D. Kennedy Carney, OK

Andrea R. Ortiz Tucumcari, NMJerry Jones Amarillo, TX

JaLynn Booth Rogers Elk City, OKChase Fain Amarillo, TX

Toby Holland Eunice, NMChase Carter Clayton, NM

Garald Eichelberger Manzanola, COJohn Ketcham Wiley, CO

Brad Woodring Eunice, NMCurtis L. Roach Lubbock, TX

#10Jason Harris Canyon, TX

Monty Harris Amarillo, TXTrent Johnson Amarillo, TX

Jackie Bell Clarendon, TXClint Spiva Wildorado, TX

T. J. Bohlender Canyon, TX#9

Kirk Kennedy Des Moines, NMColby W. Kennedy Des Moines, NM

Floyd Fain Amarillo, TXCorey Homer Amarillo, TX

Beau McDowell Red River, NMBill McDowell Clayton, NM

#15Jackie D. Gillispie Andrews, TX

Gralyn J. Elkins McIntosh, NM#13

Kyle Letzelter Warrensburg, NYJoe M. Hughes Canyon, TX

#12James H. Dowley Belen, NM

Gralyn J. Elkins McIntosh, NM

good weekend,” said Elkins. “I try to justrope one steer at a time and fortunatelythings came together.”

Another roper that had anoutstanding weekend was 54-year-oldClayton Ward from Dalhart, Texas. The

heeler teamed up with Dan Law in the#13 to finish eighth in the main Average.

“The Panhandle Classic was a goodroping and I even won a little, so thatmade it better,” said Ward with achuckle. “I enjoyed the competition and

had fun at the roping. Dan and Ipractice together some and rope whenwe can. We are both pretty busy, so we don’t get to rope as much as wewould like.”

From there he entered the

#15Jackie D. Gillispie (Andrews, TX) / Gralyn J Elkins (McIntosh, NM), 34.56 on 5, $5,954, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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#12 Gold Plus Division with DebbieFabrizio and Austin Stephens to finishsecond and third place in the mainAverage respectively. Fabrizio and Wardwere 34.32 seconds on four steers to claim$3,116 and a USTRC Gold Plus Shoot-Outworth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

“Debbie and I have known each otherforever and rope together a lot, especiallyover the last few years,” said Ward. “Wedrew some good steers and this is the firsttime we have ever placed pretty decentsince we have been roping.”

Stephens and Ward were 36.97 secondson four to earn $2,466 and a USTRC GoldPlus Shoot-Out also worth $6,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings.

“Austin and I live really close to eachother and we practice together a lot,” saidWard. “We have never really won anythingbig, so this was nice.”

The Panhandle Classic was a greatweekend for team ropers as more than1,950 teams competed at the annual eventheld April 30 through May 3, 2009. TheAmarillo National Center is a great venueand together with the USTRC staff at thehelm of production it made for anoutstanding event. ■

#13Kyle Letzelter (Warrensburg, NY) / Joe M. Hughes (Canyon, TX), 34.52 on 4, $4,720,National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#12James H. Dowley (Belen, NM) / Gralyn J. Elkins (McIntosh, NM), 34.68 on 4, $5,438, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each



#11Larry W. Hendricks (Tulia, TX) / Cody M. Altman (Canyon, TX), 38.42 on 4, $7,456, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#10Joanie K. Ivy (Amarillo, TX) / Brent Ivy (Amarillo, TX), 35.05 on 4, $6,978,National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each


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#9James R. Meister (Boise City, OK) / Hayden Tooley (Borger, TX), 39.77 on 4, $6,770, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

#8 Andrea R. Ortiz (Tucumcari, NM) / Jerry Jones (Amarillo, TX), 32.01 on 3, $3,394, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each



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WYOMINGCHAMPIONSHIPS

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Ty Yost of Yost Events Inc. takes hisbusiness seriously. He produces qualityteam ropings and always puts his bestfoot forward no matter what. TheWyoming Championships held at theCam-Plex in Gillette, Wyoming May 2-3,2009 was no exception. The eventwelcomed ropers from eight states as faraway as California.

One roper had the time of his life atthe event. Twenty-year-old ChanceRosencrans from South Heart, NorthDakota was the big winner of theweekend. The young man won $6,249 incash alone at the two-day event. He wonthe Average in four separate ropingsthroughout the weekend. “This was an

awesome event and most of the ropingshad over 100 teams in them. That isreally good for our part of the world,”said Rosencrans. “The cattle wereexcellent and the production was great.”Rosencrans started on the head side andteamed up with Clay GunShows. Theywon the Average of the #13 Division witha time of 37.07 seconds on four steers.They earned $1,892, trophy Gist bucklesUSTRC National Finals Shoot-Outsworth $3,000 in USTRC Flex Earningseach. “This was the first time Clay and Ihad ever roped together,” saidRosencrans. “ I knew he roped good andI was glad to get a run with him.”

In the #12 Division, Rosencrans

swapped to the heel side and finishedsecond in the Incentive Average with EliLord. He also won the main Averagewith partner Kelan Cole Gesinger. Theduo caught four steers in 32.16 secondsto claim the title. They won $2,302,trophy Gist buckles and a NationalShoot-Out worth $6,000 in USTRC Flex Earnings.

“I usually just head, but I got tappedoff heeling and it worked out good forme,” said Rosencrans. “This was thethird roping that Eli and I have everentered. I had only entered with Kelanonce before, but had seen him rope abunch. We made a good team.”

In the #11 Division he partnered upwith Chuck Kelly to win the IncentiveAverage and the main Average. “I nevereven knew Chuck before. Dillon Parkerset us up to rope together,” saidRosencrans. “He is a good header andwe roped good together.” The team tookhome $3,974, trophy Gist buckles,trophy leather halters, and a Regionaland National Shoot-Out worth $8,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings. They roped foursteers in 34.96 seconds to accomplishthe task.

In the #10 Division Rosencrans and header Tony Haller won the fasttime overall.

#15 CaDee Tew (Harlowton, MT) / Chase Gauger (Bozeman, MT), 38.40on 5, $1,554, National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 in Flex Earnings each

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#15Cole W. Johnson Gillette, WYClay J. Johnson Gillette, WY

Ty C. Larson Hysham, MTClay K. GunShows Lodge Grass, MT

Cody L. Tew Harlowton, MTColt Tew Harlowton, MT

#13Cody S. Callaway Gillette, WYJason D. Furnival Casper, WY

Ted E. Holmes Golden, CODarin L. Olson Gillette, WY

#12Scott C. White Oelrichs, SDJake H. Milton Torrington, WY

Tony S. Holden Gillette, WYTom H. Hadley Wheatland, WY

Bruce M. Barker Big Horn, WYLevi J. Britton Billings, MT

#11Will Ferguson Wolf, WY

Frank S. Fisher Arvada, WYTony S. Holden Gillette, WYDarin L. Olson Gillette, WY

Ryan Gronlie Bismarck, ND

WYOMING CHAMPIONSHIPS • Shoot-Out Positions Awarded

#12Kelan Cole Gesinger Eagle Butte, SDChance Rosencrans South Heart, ND

#11Chuck Kelly Huntley, MT

Chance Rosencrans South Heart, ND#10

Greg Kobold Big Horn, WYFrank S. Fisher Arvada, WY

#9Amelia McGuire Wheatland, WY

Chance Rosencrans South Heart, ND#8

Malik Hegge Casper, WYBlaine Phillips Casper, WY

Zane M. NotAfraid Lodge Grass, MTMike Garcia Kaycee, WYRoy Jarrard Casper, WY

Dustin L. Johnson Sturgis, SDZane M. NotAfraid Lodge Grass, MT

John W. Small Lodge Grass, MTRandall L. Scheck Evansville, WY

Larry R. Carlisle Evansville, WYNorm Haaland Shepherd, MT

Larry R. Carlisle Evansville, WY

Brandon J. Knudsen Marion, ND#10

Chuck Kelly Huntley, MTChance Rosencrans South Heart, ND

Ryan Gronlie Bismarck, NDBrandon J. Knudsen Marion, ND

Mark Moreland Decker, MTKim D. Bolinger Buffalo, WY

Kenny W. Gesinger Eagle Butte, SDRussell Schirado Menoken, ND

#9Mark Moreland Decker, MTKim D. Bolinger Buffalo, WYLogan Milligan Torrington, WY

Blake Nelson Longmont, COBrad Schieck Casper, WY

Bing R. McGuire Wheatland, WY

#15CaDee Tew Harlowton, MT

Chase Gauger Bozeman, MT#13

Chance Rosencrans South Heart, NDClay K. GunShows Lodge Grass, MT

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continued from page 118“Tony and I had never entered

before,” said Rosencrans. “I had actuallyonly known the guy for two weeks.”

Amelia McGuire teamed up withRosencrans to win the Average of the #9 Division.

“I asked Amelia to rope in the #9 onSaturday, but she turned me down,” saidRosencrans. “Then I guess one of herpartners didn’t show up because she hada hole open up on Sunday. We ropedgood together and she is a good header.”They were 37.08 on four steers and tookhome $3,221, trophy Gist buckles and

National Shoot-Outs worth $3,000 inUSTRC Flex Earnings each.

“This was certainly the biggest win ofmy life,” said Rosencrans. “I have neverbeen to the Finals, but I am headedthere this year. I am pretty excited aboutthe opportunity to go.”

Rosencrans also won a trophy Martinsaddle for being the high money winner.

“This was my first USTRC saddleand I am pretty proud of it,” said

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to coast and border to borderAs the sport began to grow, and the

ranks of would-be team ropers began toswell, there was a BIG problem….. wide-ranging levels of skill. Producersunderstood that the only way to host aprofitable competition was to somehowincorporate some method by whichropers could be categorized by skilllevel. Each producer, left to his owndevices, addressed this problem the bestthey could….more often than not… withdisastrous results. It was a problem thatplagued the sport during this era anduntil it could be overcome, wouldprevent any movement forward.

Then, as the decade of the 1980’srounded out, along came a new,previously unheard of associationcalling itself the United States TeamRoping Championships….USTRC…andthings would never be the same again.

From its humble and modestbeginnings, the USTRC adopted aunique concept. This was not a roping

club, or an association comprised ofindividuals sharing the role of bothroper and administrator. The USTRCwas a business, and as such, itincorporated the model in which itidentified the roper as a customer, andidentified itself as the service provider tothat customer. Often overlooked ordiscounted in importance, it wasadherence to this model which slatedthe USTRC for success and elevated itspopularity to a place where those fiveletters “U-S-T-R-C” have becomesynonymous with team roping itself.

The emergence of the USTRC itselfmeant very little to ropers. To betruthful, at the time, the fact that it wastouted as a business to be operated as abusiness was not a positive selling point.Ropers, having accumulated a goodamount of disdain for the“businessmen” in the sport, i.e., theabundance of unscrupulous producers,did not embrace the concept…and whocould blame them?

What did grab the attention of theroping public was the proclamation bythe USTRC that it would establish a

national classification system. A systemwhereby a team of ropers would be ableto travel outside its local area andcompete against other teams on a levelplaying field….something never beforeimagined.

And so the stage was set…the pieceswere all in place…with the wild cardbeing the ropers themselves. Noone….including the USTRC had a verygood idea exactly how the newassociation would take shape or theobstacles it would encounter. Moreover,no one, in their wildest imagination,could have foreseen the overwhelmingimpact the USTRC would have amongropers, nor the establishment of anentire industry that would spring up inresponse to its phenomenal success.

In the coming years…the early yearsof the USTRC… to be dissected in nextmonth’s issue, we will take a look back atthe origins of many of the concepts andideals commonplace in today’s teamroping environment…how they came tobe, and how time has morphed many ofthem into something altogetherdifferent from their original intent. ■

Multiple world championheeler Allen Bach obviouslyhas a passion for roping; 2006

marked his fourth team roping world title,the first of which was in 1979. Add to that30 National Finals’ Rodeo qualifications,victories at about every major ropingthere is, and 30 years teaching experiencefrom Israel to Canada.

Yet, the accolades and fame aren’t hisprime motivation. Even though he has apassion for the sport, he has a muchbigger heart for helping and being amentor to ropers of all ages. For Bach,it’s not just about teaching them skills inthe arena, it’s about being interested inthem personally and helping themachieve their goals.

Consequently, Bach is continuinghis Mentorship Training Camp (amonth long program he started twoyears ago) September 28 – October 22at his ranch in Millsap, Texas. It’sintended for young cowboys ages 18-22(with some possible exceptions) that

are not only serious about improvingtheir roping, but also about improvingspiritually, mentally, and personally.Prospective students will need to fillout questionnaires concerning theirgoals and abilities, and a limitednumber of students will be accepted.Camp agenda includes intensive ropinginstruction, worship time,jackpots/rodeos, plenty of fun andappearances by other top pros.

“The mentoring is amazing, whenkids have an opportunity to really bearound the top guys and get to knowwho we really are outside of just rodeo,”Bach said. “God has put in my heartafter all I’ve been through to give kids alonger time to learn. We’re not doingthem any favors by pointing them alldown the rodeo road. That’s not foreverybody,” he adds. “A small percentageactually make it, but God has a perfectplan for everybody and I like to help thekids find it.”

Former camper Will George, formerly

of Iowa, benefited so much from hisexperience that he and some otherparticipants have since moved to Texasto be closer to Bach.

“This camp is a life changingexperience! After you leave, you stillhave a sense of being held accountableto all the friends you made and all thetop cowboys that came to help you andthat’s an awesome thing. Being able tospend a whole month taking yourroping and relationship with the Lord tothe next level is an opportunity of alifetime,” George shared.

Parents are welcome to drop in andwatch, but the camps will be structuredwhere the ropers can stay on thegrounds in their living quarters (or otheraccommodations) and spend most oftheir time with the pros and fellowcompetitors.

For more information call ToddHandley at (940) 456-6056, or, visitwww.forevercowboys.com andwww.proroping.com. ■

Allen Bach hosts Mentorship Training Camp by Doreen Shumpert

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USTRC Jr. Looper Event Locator-June 2009

___ Indiana Classic (June 6-7)___ Iowa Championships (June 12-14)___ Red Desert Classic (June 26-28)___ North Arkansas Classic (June 19-21)___ Western Colorado (June 5-7)___ West Texas Championships (June 11-14)___ Lasso Del Norte (June 26-28)___ North Carolina Championships (June 20-21)

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Junior Looper CHAMPIONS

The New Mexico Championships played host to Jr. Loopersfrom all across the Southwest. Winners of the event included,Wacey Carriso in the 10 to 12 division, Kory Yazzie in the8 to 9 division, Lindsey Ramone in the 6 to 7 division andLuis Mendiaz in the 5 & under division.

Long loops and bright smiles was the call of theday for the Jr. Looper ropers at the Texas

Championships. Clay McDaniel was the winnerof the 10 to 12 division, while Chet Weitz took

first place in the 8 to 9 division. The 6 to 7 divisionwinner was Gunner Montez, who was joined in

the winner circle by the 5 & under champion,Tucker Tettenhorst.

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Jed Sibley was the 10 to 12 division winner at this year’sAlabama Championships. The winners also included a pairof Allen’s; T.J. Allen who won the 8 to 9 division andColton Allen who collected the 6 to 7 divisionchampionship. Last but not least, Luke Baxter claimed hisshare of the spotlight by winning the 5 & under division.

Coming together for competition and fun,Jr. Loopers lined up for their chance to win

big at this year’s Four Corner Classic.Antonio Francis claimed first place in

the 10 to 12 division, Clayton Sam wonthe 8 to 9 division, Lindsay Ramone

was the winner of the 6 to 7 division andTrey Begay took home the 5 & under

division championship.

The Panhandle Classic hosted a great Jr. Looper eventfilled with talented young cowboys and cowgirls.Winners of the event included Cayd Bilbrey in the10 to 12 division, Dillon Kahoe in the 8 to 9division, Kallen Johnson in the 6 to 7 division andWyatt Mask in the5 & under division.

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Tips andTricks

KeepingPracticeSteers Fresh,LongerAvoid Steer-Stopping

Although sometimes during your training and practicingyou need to rope and stop your horse straight, steerstopping your practice cattle will create bad habits in them.It can teach them to stop and drag. The best way to do thistype of training is to use a break-away rope. In addition toobtaining the training for your horse, you can also build thesteer’s confidence by allowing them to be roped, butreleased by the breakaway when they continue to run.

Call It Quit At the FenceIf the heeler hasn’t caught by the time the header reaches

the fence, call it good and quit the run. The steer’s goal is torun to the stripping chute and you can help them byallowing them to reach the goal every time during a practicesession. Once a header ropes, handles the steer across thearena and reaches the fence, if he or she continues backdown the arena, the steer is going in the opposite directionof the stripping chute. By doing this, the steer may learn badhabits because his goal is to go towards the stripping chutein the opposite direction.

Keep the Pressure OnRopers should apply pressure to their practice cattle until

they reach the stripping chute, only then allowing them torest. One thing that may result in cattle becoming sour orwanting to quit running is removing the head rope in thearena after a run. Taking your rope off in the arena will teachyour steers to quit after being caught. If you take the rope offin the stripping chute, you teach them that the run is notover until they reach the stripping chute, whether they areroped or not.

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Warm WeatherHorse Tips1. Provide ample fresh, clean water.2. Sponge or hose down the large blood vessels along the inside of the

legs, belly, and neck after riding to help cool your horse off. 3. Schedule your riding and training sessions for early morning or late

evening when it is cooler. 4. After riding, cool your horse down slowly. Muscles are more apt to

stiffen if the horse is allowed to stand, and moving muscles dissipateheat better than stationary ones.

5. Use electrolytes made for horses to replace salts lost in sweating.These can be administered in either feed or water.

6. Be sure there is a place for your horse to get out of the sun. 7. Clip horses with heavy coats.8. During very hot weather, consider keeping your horses stabled

during the day, letting them out to pasture at night.

Symptoms of Equine Heat Stroke• Elevated respiration in an inactive horse (normal range is 12 - 20

breaths per minute). • Elevated pulse in an inactive horse, pulse that does not drop after

several minutes, or climbs once exercise has stopped (Normal pulserange is 28 to 45 beats per minute – to count the pulse, count eachdouble ‘lub dub’ of the heart as one full beat)

• Profuse sweating or no sweating at all• Elevated body temperature above 103F (Normal range is 98.5F to

101F)• Irregular heart beat known as ‘thumps’ • A depressed attitude• Dehydration - To test for this, observe your horse’s flanks. If they look

caved in, he is probably dehydrated. Pick up a pinch of skin alongyour horse’s neck. If the skin snaps back quickly, the horse issufficiently hydrated. If the pinched area collapses slowly, the horseis dehydrated. You can also test the “capillary refill time” by partingthe horse’s lips to expose the gums. Press gently and briefly on theupper jaw with your thumb, forcing blood out of the gum turning thearea white. Count how long it takes for the gum to return to itsnormal color. If it is longer than 2 seconds your horse may be eitherdehydrated or might have a circulatory problem.

What to Do Until the Vet Arrives Use shade, cool water, breezes or fans as best you can to cool your horsedown. Stand your horse in a pond or stream. Sponge or spray the largeblood vessels along the inside of the legs and belly. Offer sips of water.

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and it was more than his stomach ormind could grasp so he threw up onthe floor board in the front seat ofthe truck.

Now, Boss, upon seeing Dougthrow up gagged. However, in hisinfinite wisdom he managed to get thetruck and trailer pulled off into the barditch and off the highway. Thankgoodness, because once he did, hetook a look at the mess and steppedout of the truck and threw up in thegrass. Praise God for one smallmiracle. At least, he waited till he gotoutside the truck.

Buzzy is scrambling trying to getout of the backseat and June’sscreaming at the top of her lungs.“This puppy puked on me. This puppypuked on me!” she kept screaming.Casey is lolling his head out of thetruck window and moaning, “I’mnever coming with these peopleagain.” Then Casey throws up just ashe gets the back door opened.

Doug stepped out of the truck andas he watched Casey he, too, wasprompted to throw up again. I justsat there watching as all this unfurledbefore me. I honestly couldn’t believethis was unfolding before my eyes.I’m quite proud to admit with kids, ahusband and roping I have a stomachof iron. It is a good thing becausewhat I saw and smelled would chokea horse.

“Gracie, what the hell?” Bossgagged trying to stifle the urge toupchuck again. “Why are you justsitting there?” He had the audacity toask me a question like that. I justwanted to smack him. “We’ve got to dosomething?” I wondered if he had amouse in his pocket.

I grabbed June and the puppy andset them outside on the grass. Buzzywas still storming around wishing hehad ridden in the trailer. Casey wasstorming around wishing he had riddenwith his folks. Doug was just glad hedidn’t have to change clothes andavoided looking at anything for fear itwould trigger his gagging reflex again.

“Boss, stop just standing there,” Iordered. “Go to the trailer and get mesome paper towels, rags and a waterbucket.” He looked pea green and wasjust thankful to be sent away from the

puppy that June had acquired, settledinto the backseat of our truck.Typically, Boss and Doug were in thefront seat laying out a game plan forthe roping. Naturally, they were goingto take it by storm. I just turnedanother page of my book and tuned itall out.

Have you ever noticed how thingsjust seem to have this domino effect?It gets started and there is no stoppingit—no matter how you handle it orwhat you do. My crew is a circusanyway so no matter what we do it isintensified beyond belief.

“I think Tiny needs to potty,” Junesaid explicitly as she cuddled her pup.“She doesn’t like riding in the backseat!” I tapped Boss on the shoulderand suggested he pull over when hecould find a good spot.

“You’ve got to be kidding me,Gracie,” he moaned. “We just gotstarted and still have a long way togo.” Doug just motioned to him towhip it over and forget the argument.

Without warning Tiny, June’s nineweek old Border Collie puppy threwup all over me and June both.Immediately, upon being covered bythe nasty remnants from the puppy’sstomach, June threw up on Buzzy.He let out a holler that would haveawakened the dead and he threw upon his friend, Casey. Doug lookedback to see what the commotion was

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ropings and rodeos theodds are going to get you at somepoint. When you haul with kids,husbands, dogs, and horses the time isjust going to come when somebody isgoing to get sick along the way. It hashappened to our crew more than onceif not a hundred plus times.

It may be triggered by food, nerves,stress, heat or just being away fromhome for a few days but regardless it isnever fun and certainly adds tension toan already nerve-racking situation. Myprayer is for all the mothers out therewho have to be tough because if youaren’t tough then no one is tough.Men should have to deal with themesses we clean up. Then again maybethere are some men who do. They justdon’t live at my house.

I remember one particular incidentI wish I could forget but it stands outin my mind as the most traumatic. Iwill never forget it because I felt likethe Lone Ranger as Tonto rode off intothe sunset and abandoned me. Wewere headed to a team roping and as ispar for the course we had kids, dogsand a friend’s kid plus Boss and one ofhis roping friends. Little did we knowit would be a trip to remember.

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mess. Pulling floor mats out and shirtsoff kids, I set the pup in the back of thetruck so it wouldn’t wander off.Fortunately, the truck was good. Allthe mess had landed on people andpeople could be washed. We were tothe point now that the worse of it wasthe thought of what actually happenedand not the actual event.

Boss, Doug, Buzzy and Casey took astance off and away from the truck.Buzzy was riding June pretty hardabout her stupid pup puking and shehad begun chunking rocks as Icontinued to clean up the mess.

“Boss, if you can’t get a handle onthose kids you can just finish thecleaning I’ve started,” I hollered andhe quickly scooped June up in hisarms and told Buzzy to let it lay.Thank goodness he could dosomething instead of gag.

In a few short minutes (it seemedlonger) I had cleaned the truckchanged the kids clothes, sprayed thetruck with air freshener, washed thepuppy and dumped all the towels,rags and paper towels in our trash bin.Casey was admiring Buzzy’s shirt thathe was borrowing and even the puppysettled in nicely as I stuffed her in theempty stud stall of the trailer.

“Okay, everyone load up,” I hollered.Cautiously, everyone climbed back intothe truck.

“Gracie, I’ll hand it to you,” Bossdrawled. “You did a fine job cleaningup all that mess. I don’t know howyou do it.”

“Sure nuff, Gracie,” Doug echoed.“No one will ever know everyone inthis truck upchucked except you. Youshore can’t tell by looking. I must sayyou must be made of steel to handleall that.”

“Yea, right,” I thought as I settledin with my book and Boss pulled outon the interstate. The next thing Iknew June had nodded off and laidher head against my shoulder. Buzzyand Casey were playing with a deck ofcards and listening to their iPods.Boss and Doug continued devisingtheir game plan for winning theroping. I took a deep breath and letout a long sigh.

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million other things. I’m sure there is aheaven for all those wives, mothers,grandmothers and anyone else whojust takes a deep breath and cleans upafter the ones they love. Maybe thereis, indeed, a prize for those who arebelly deep in dirty diapers, upchuck

and cow manure. No doubt, you have been there. I’m

sure someday I will look back on thisincident and smile. Then again,maybe not!

Love ya and Keep Ropin!Gracie

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Becky’s car as a way to thank her. Heinserted the nozzle, ran into the storefor a Monster pop, returned, jumpedbehind the wheel and tookoff…ripping the gasoline hose off atthe pump!

‘Course, he didn’t have Aunt Effie’scoaching. Back when I was a teen Iwas visiting my Okie kinfolks. We’dbeen to a fiddlin’ and they wereletting me drive back to the farm.We’d come in their only vehicle, a1953 Chevrolet long bed pickup.

It was rainin’ buckets as we tookthe back way on the old section lineroads, up and down the hollers, thenup and down again! Out ofexhaustion, I guess, the right sidewindshield wiper quit working! Thelights cut tunnels into the streamingdarkness. Aunt Effie was in themiddle but nearly on my lap trying tosee out the swiping fan of the leftwiper! It was like looking through the porthole!

I was barely able to see the roadover her staring and pushing to get abetter view! She was giving a ‘play-by-play’ of our location, drivinginstructions and chances of survival ina never-ending broadcast!

“Aunt Effie,” I shouted over thepouring rain, “Can you reach thebrakes from there?”

“Bax, honey, you know I can’t drive!Bear to the right at the top of the hill! Ibelieve that’s the Slaughterville Road!”

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“Okay if Jennifer moves yourtruck?” I asked.

“Sure,” he said, “The keys are in it.”“Jennifer, go move Uncle Andy’s

pickup…put it by the hay barn.”She raced to the big rig and

climbed in. I saw her examining thegauges and knobs. Abruptly shejumped out and came running over,“I can’t drive it, Dad,” she said, “It’san automatic!”

My son has been drivingincreasingly since he was 10; jeeps,tractors, trucks, etc. Then came timefor the driver’s license test. Heborrowed Mom’s Buick Submarine. Heflunked the test twice because hecouldn’t back it into a perpendicularparking space. Apparently, you’re notallowed to run over the yellow linesand hit a tree! He finally borrowedBecky’s small Chevy and passed thetest! On the way home he wasjubilant. Mom suggested he gas up

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that bull out of the ring. The guys insidethe ring were as good as you’d findanywhere but all day long they riskedtheir lives playing bull fighter trying toget the bulls to follow them to the exit.By the end of the day the guys were asbeat up as a used pinata.

Now here’s the interesting part: whenthe range ready bulls, which were stillwild enough that you might call themundomesticated, entered the ring theysaw daylight at the end of the wide,sweeping ring and promptly headed outthe out gate just like they were supposedto. The range bulls we could still sell atthe usual clip of one every 30 seconds butnearly every time a fitted bull, what youcall domesticated, came into the ring heimmediately turned around and tried toexit through the in gate which was nowclosed. This went on all day and usualsnappy sale dragged on for hours as weall tried to shoo the bulls outside.

A friend of mine who had just recentlybeen married to a cute gal was workingring with me and every time one of theseshow bulls delayed the sale he’d comeover to me during the break in the saleand say, “Those stupid bulls. I’m nevergonna get home.” This went on all daywith my buddy’s blood boiling every timethere was a lengthy delay. “Those fittedbulls have to be dumber than a 15-year-old fifth grader,” he remarked, as he wasitching to leave and growing morefrustrated with each hold up.

Finally, about two hours later than wehad expected, my buddy and I wereleaving the sale. My friend was stillcussing the bulls as we walked down along hall to the side door of the auctionfacility. My friend was in such a hurry toget home to his new wife that he hit thatdoor like a Chicago linebacker. This resultsounded like a watermelon being hit by aspeeding train. The door did not budge.My buddy sprained his wrist from hittingthe stationary handle, the front of his hatcrumpled against the glass and my friendgot a big bump on his forehead he’d laterhave to explain to his new wife.

Realizing that my buddy had onlyrecently been domesticated, I resistedthe urge to point to the big sign on thedoor that read, “PULL.” I also refrainedfrom pointing out that, just like thosedumb domesticated bulls, he’d tried togo out the in gate. ■

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classifications of bulls were offered,show bulls and range ready. On Fridayafternoon all the bulls were graded by agroup of 20 cattlemen who sat in theseats and graded the bulls as they ranthrough the sale ring. The score theygave the bulls would be used todetermine the sale order for thefollowing day. For some reason, and Idon’t recall why, the bulls on grading daycame in through the out gate and left viathe in gate, exactly opposite of what theywould do on sale day. Even the showbulls that could have been led into thering were run in and out of the ring.

On Saturday when the first bull (theIdeal Range Bull) ran into the ring to besold I knew right away we were in for along day. Because the bull, which was ashow bull, remembered leaving via thein gate on the preceding day, that’s theway he tried to leave on sale day. I swear,it must have taken five minutes to get

Iwould’ve thought that as animalsbecame domesticated their brainswould have become larger, figuring

that some of the intelligence of thesupposedly smarter people would haveworn off on the animals. But scientistssay it’s the exact opposite: as animalsbecame domesticated their brainsactually shrank. A lot! Horses brainsused to be 16% bigger than they arenow, back when they were wild and hadno human contact. The brains ofdomesticated dogs have shrunk 10-30%and hog’s brains have shriveled 34%.Just think how smart hogs would be ifpeople hadn’t dumbed them down!

I had the opportunity to prove thistheory at an all-breeds bull sale manyyears ago. It was back in the day whenmany of the bulls sold at all breed eventswere haltered, fitted, clipped and I guessyou could say... domesticated. At thisparticular auction yard sale both

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B world is not perfect. In fact, in a world of torn knee cartilages and otherdegenerative conditions, it is this injuryor abnormality to the articular cartilagethat leaves us with the greatest amountof difficulty for successful treatment.

Articular cartilage is a complex,living tissue that lines the bony surfaceof joints. Its function is to provide a lowfriction, weight bearing surface throughthe joints full range of motion. Thosemotions are important during activitiesof daily living as well as athleticendeavors such as team roping. Inother words, articular cartilage is a verythin and very necessary shock absorberin the joints of the body. It isdistinctively divided into five differentlayers, each having structural andbiomechanical differences. As eachlayer is damaged or deteriorates, itincreases the complexity and severity of the overall condition andincreases the symptomatic aspectexpedientially.

Everyone wants to spend their timetalking about how cartilage is injuredwhen the real question is why does myjoint hurt? It hurts because the articularsurface is a living part of your body,complete with sensations and feelings.The only thing it doesn’t possess is anability to heal itself and this is because ithas very little blood supply, if any at all.Where as normally bodily structuresheal themselves by increasing bloodflow to the affected area, when articularcartilages are injured it is for the mostpart permanent and the beginning of an

e it in the shoulder, knee, hip,ankle, nose or outer ear theterm cartilage is a descriptive

term that holds many differentmeanings to many multi-sport athletes.I know when thinking in terms of thenasal and auditory aspects of our body itseems rather anti-climatic, but in theother joints of the body the role ofcartilage is at the forefront of diagnosisand treatment of most sports medicineconditions and injuries. Although theterm cartilage is a broad “umbrella-type”term that covers it all, it is importantand imperative that you understand thedifferences and roles of the differenttypes of cartilages in your body.

For starters there are three types ofcartilage in the human body. The firsttype is elastic cartilage, such as thosefound in the outer areas of the ear.Second is what’s known as fibrocartilage such as the meniscusfound in the knees or the vertebral discslocated in the back. The third type ofcartilage is known as articular or hyalinecartilage which is the smooth coveringfound on the end of bones. It is this final type that will be the focus of thismonth’s edition of “The Sports Medicine Stable.”

In some joints, such as the knee, both the articular cartilage and thefibrocartilage are found functioningconcurrently yet they are also distinctlydifferent structures with distinctivelydifferent functions. In a perfect worldthis would be the scenario that wouldalways apply, but unfortunately this old

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inevitable degenerative process. Youmay know this process as osteoarthritis.

Osteoarthritis is basicallycharacterized by three processes.1) A progressive loss of cartilage2) The body’s attempt to repair

the cartilage3) Destruction of the bone underneath

the articular cartilageAlthough the cause of osteoarthritis

is still somewhat misunderstood, we doknow that moderate normal use ofjoints does not significantly increase therisks of developing it. Factors such ashigh impact or twisting activities,abnormal joint anatomy or jointinstability are the major contributingfactors. There is even recent informationthat suggests that inadequate musclestrength and development can alsocontribute to osteoarthritis.

So what does all of this have to dowith the USTRC team roper? The physicalaction of roping has very little effect onthe articular surfaces of the lowerextremities such as knees and hips whileits effects on the shoulders, elbows andwrists are highly plausible. No matter thecause, the secret is to be aware of thewarning signs and listen to them. Thesecret to minimizing the damage is earlydetection and treatment.

The signs of articular cartilagedamage or injury cover a wide scopeand are never the same for everyone. Itmay be a vague pain with swelling in theknee or if a loose body is present youmay experience “catching” or “locking”during activities. With degenerativemechanism, one will most oftenexperience joint stiffness, joint pain orjoint swelling and a noticeable loss ofrange of motion. No matter thesymptom early diagnosis and treatmentis a must.

Hope this has been informative andworth your valuable time. I know for somany of you it hits pretty close to home.Just take the first steps and see if theydon’t become less painful on yourjourney to wellness.

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there was Don Meredith. Dandy Don, ashe was called, was at that time thequarterback of the team. Meredithlooked over at Walt, smiled and said, “It’sbeen a good one hasn’t it.” Just beforethey hit the ground the pilot got theengine started and they were able toland safely, but Walt said that DonMeredith never weakened. That’s beinghappy with your life and accepting whatfate deals you.

Once I met a guy in Colorado, and hetold me a story about having a heartattack while he was at a roping. He saidhe was down on the ground and peoplewere all around him and he realized thiswas serious. He had always been a manof strong faith and he said when he firstrealized what was happening, he wasscared. He was worried and nervous,when all of a sudden he said to himself.“What am I afraid of? I have strong faithand if this is it, so be it.” So he laid hishead back and just relaxed and acceptedthe outcome. Later on the doctor saidthat’s what saved his life. When herelaxed and met adversity with courageand acceptance, it allowed his heart toslow down, and he made it.

There was also the time in Florida on

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I a boat with my friend Kyle Cummingsand Travis Woodard. It was the first timewe were in the Keys and it was the firstday of our vacation. We had planned thetrip for months and we were down thereto free dive for lobsters. We had just leftthe dock and were out scouting for coralreefs where lobsters live, when Travisasked Kyle about sharks. My son wasabout 17 at the time, and Kyle told himsharks were around. It wasn’t realdangerous if we were in shallow water,but when we were in 20 feet of water ormore we needed to be careful. Travisasked Kyle, “How deep is the water righthere?” He looked at the depth finder andsaid “25 feet.” As soon as Travis heardthat he dove in. Kyle looked at me andsaid, “What’s he doing?” “You got me,” Isaid. It seemed like a minute before hesurfaced. Then he swam to the boat andgot back in. I asked my son, “Didn’t youhear what Kyle said about the sharks?”Travis said, “I’ve been looking forward tothis trip for months and I’m not going tolet my fear of sharks ruin my vacation. IfI get in now and prove to myself thatthey’re not going to bite me, I’ll be ableto enjoy my vacation. I’m not going tolet fear ruin it.” That actually happened,and if you don’t believe me ask KyleCummings. It happened just that way.

The emotion of fear can stop us fromever attempting anything if we let itconsume us. A person has to take somechances in life, because if we don’t we’llnever accomplish anything. I did someresearch the other day and I found outthat more people die of bee stings thanshark attacks. If I’m going to go out,please let it be because I was attacked bya great white shark instead of killed by ahoney bee.

Have Courage!

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’ve been traveling a lot lately, andbecause of that I have beenspending a lot of time in airports.

Usually air travel is the best way to go,but because of all the bad weatheracross the country I’m starting to thinktaking a bus might be faster. There hasbeen delay after delay this year, so thewait in airports has been extra long.

People-watching at airports isn’t abad option after you have finished yourcalls and book work, so that’s what Iusually end up doing. Recently, I’ve beenseeing something that I have never seenbefore, and that’s people wearingsurgical masks. From Seattle to Houston,San Francisco to Dallas, I’ll bet I’ve seen20 people with masks on. Before now,other than Michael Jackson, I think I’veonly seen five people, total, wearing amask in public, so it looks odd to me.Are there that many people out thereafraid of getting the swine flu? I thinkyou’ve got to take some chances in life,and have a little courage. So with thatsaid, I’m not wearing a mask. Let’s say Iput one on and the disease wiped outeveryone else. I don’t want to be herealone. Who would I rope with? So I’mgoing to take a deep breath andcontinue on.

I admire people with courage. I don’tthink you can go through life afraid,because if you do, you’ll never getanywhere. Several years ago the greatgolfer Lee Trevino, had pneumonia justbefore the Masters. His doctor told him“Better not play, you might get worse.”Lee said, “Better play, might get better,might even win.” He played and he won second.

Walt Garrison wrote in his book,Once a Cowboy, that one time the DallasCowboys were coming home from agame and the plane they were on raninto some terrible weather. The planelost power in one of the engines andbecause of the load put on the other

I admire people with courage. Idon’t think you can go throughlife afraid, because if you do,you’ll never get anywhere.

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Berl Yarbrough ~ 2862 N De Wolf, Fresno, CA 93727

559-291-5811


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#13Must be 21 to enter • $150/roper • Enter twice • Progressive on 1 • 20% stock charge • No prizes

BTRA membership is requiredBTRA members must pay an additional $5/entry which will be added to the Championship Round at the 2009 Finals, full prize line at the Finals event.

21-24 year old BTRA members cannot compete in the #11 and #10.Books open at 9:00 a.m. • Close at 10:30 a.m. for #13

“IT’S GOOD BUSINESS TO ROPE WITH US!”2009 TRIAD numbers only

Amarillo Host Hotel for you AND your horseBTRA Package Deal

Room, Stall, Breakfast for 2 - All for $85 plus tax

800-657-7177Must have current Coggins

Hard Luck Draw for #11 & #10 only

All teams not progressing to the 3rd round will bein a random drawfor $100 fuel cards

Top 10 year-end money winners for each division will earn Championship Round qualifications for 2009 Finals All ropings are “first to enter - last to rope”

ON SITE ENTRIES ONLY • CASH ONLY • Checks Accepted From BTRA MembersAll details on our website at www.bizmanteamroping.com

June 6, 2009Range Riders Arena • Amarillo, Texas

Saturday, 11:00 a.m.

#11 BTRA “Mulligan 5 Header” followed by #10 BTRA “Mulligan 5 Header”

with the prize line “shopping spree”Must be 25 to enter • $250/roper • Enter twice • Mulligan Format for #11 and #10

Each team can only claim their highest payoff • Must be current USTRC & BTRA member to rope#11 with #10 Incentive • Capped at TRIAD #7#10 with #9 Incentive • Capped at TRIAD #5

Books open at 9:00 a.m. • Close for the #11 at completion of #13 • Close for #10 at completion of #11

• 2009 BTRA memberships $75 • USTRC membership required• USTRC & BTRA membershipssold at all events

Mike's Custom Saddle ShopCampbell Bits & Spurs

Sutton RopesMortenson Silver

Mobile Vet PracticeNettles Company

F Diamond Quarter HorsesWestern Leather Craft

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CLOVIS, NM800-658-6378

RoswellLivestock andFarm Supply

For more information call: Jane or Gerry Tully 575/937-2298 or 575/378-4840Invitational Team Ropers Association • NM, TX, OK

Must be at least 21 years or older to rope in World Series. (All divisions except open)Must have current USTRC card to collect winnings.

2009 membership cards may be purchased at roping.TRIAD numbers only.

Produced by Invitational Team Ropers Association • NM, TX, OK

SUNDAYBOOKS OPEN 9 A.M. - ROPE 10:00 A.M.

#11 Money Maker Bring 1/draw 1 for $150/roper

4-steer Average with 3-steer consolation

#11 WORLD SERIES QUALIFIER$150/ROPER

MAY ENTER 2 TIMES


MAY ENTER 2 TIMES

OFFICIAL ROPE OF THE PRCA

Sierra Blanca Motors1-800-626-6867

Ruidoso, NM

www.wstroping.com

Qualifiers

SATURDAYBOOKS OPEN 9 A.M. - ROPE 10 A.M.

#15 5-Steer • USTRC handicap$150 gets you 3 partners • Bring 1, draw 2 or draw all 3

May pick one additional partner for $50/roper

OPEN WORLD SERIES QUALIFIER$150/ROPER

MAY ENTER 2 TIMES


MAY ENTER 2 TIMES

Andrews, Texas Climate-Controlled ArenaJune 13-14, 2009

San Angelo, Texas • Spur ArenaJuly 18-19, 2009

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For more information call: Jane or Gerry Tully 575/937-2298 or 575/378-4840INVITATIONAL TEAM ROPERS ASSOCIATION • NM, TX, OK

Must have current USTRC card to collect winnings.

2009 membership cards may be purchased at roping.

TRIAD numbers only.CLOVIS, NM

800-658-6378 OFFICIAL ROPE OF THE PRCA

ITRA • NM, TX, OK Membership $100/year

Non-members may rope for $20/day

RoswellLivestockand Farm

Supply

TROPHYSADDLE TO HIGHMONEY WINNER

EACH DAY

Sierra Blanca Motors1-800-626-6867

Ruidoso, NM

INVITATIONAL TEAM ROPERS ASSOC.NM, TX, OK

Saddle Roping

ALL ROPERSWELCOME

2009 Schedule

SUNDAY JUNE 21 & SATURDAY, JULY 4

BOOKS OPEN 9:00 A.M. • ROPE 10:00 A.M.

#11 Warm-Up with #9Bring 1 / draw 2 or draw all 3 for $100

May enter 2 times

#11 Money Maker Capped at #6

Bring 1 / draw 1 for $150/roper 4-steer Average with 3-steer consolation

#10 with #8 Incentive$100 gets you 3 partners

Bring 1 / draw 2, or draw all 3 May enter 2 times

SATURDAY JUNE 20 & FRIDAY, JULY 3

BOOKS OPEN 9:00 A.M. • ROPE 10:00 A.M.

#15 5-steer USTRC handicap

$150 gets you 3 partnersBring 1 / draw 2 or draw all 3

May pick one additional partner for $50/roper

#13 with #11 Incentive $100 gets you 3 partners

Bring 1 / draw 2 or draw all 3May pick 1 additional partner for $30/roper

#8 and above limited to 1 pick, no adds

#12 Money Maker Bring 1 / draw 1 for $150/roper

4-steer Average with 3-steer consolation

Feb 7-8 Lubbock, TXFeb 14-15 Albuquerque, NMFeb 21-22 Andrews, TXFeb 28 - Mar 1 Lubbock, TX WSQ

Mar 7-8 Albuqeruque, NM WSQMar 21-22 Andrews, TX WSQApr 18-19 Andrews, TX WSQJune 13-14 Andrews, TXAug 8-9 Andrews, TX

JUNE 20-21, 2009 (Saturday & Sunday)

ALBUQUERQUE, NEW MEXICOBERNALILLO SHERIFF’S POSSE ARENA

JULY 3-4, 2009(Friday & Saturdayy)

HONDO, NEW MEXICOGUTIERREZ ARENA

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COWBOY CONVERSIONS &Cactus Saddle Challenge

Rusk County Expo • Henderson, TexasJune 13, 2009

SADDLE & BUCKLE BLOWOUT

Books open at 8:00 a.m. • Rope at 9:30 a.m.#6 Saddle Roping capped at #3

Enter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $120/roper

10 Fancy

Saddles withStingray

Seats

10Buckles

10BreastCollars

#8 with #4 Cap 4-Head Saddle Roping$120/roper • Enter 1, Draw 21st Cactus Saddles + Cash

2nd Saddles + Cash3rd Buckles + Cash4th Buckles + Cash5th Breast Collars + Cash6th Breast Collars + Cash

#11 with #6 Cap 4-Head • #9 Incentive$120/roper • Enter 1, Draw 21st Cactus Saddles + Cash

2nd Buckles + Cash3rd Buckles + Cash4th Breast Collars + Cash5th Breast Collars + Cash

#9 Incentive1st Cactus Saddles

1stCactus Saddles & Cash

2ndBuckles & Cash

3rdBreast Collars & Cash

4th & 5thCash

ALL PRIZES

GUARANTEED

CASH ONLYTRIAD NUMBERS ONLY

For more information: Kevin 903/721-0303 • Curtis 936/674-6007

Cowboy Trailer Sales & Cowboy ConversionsCrockett, Texas936/546-2467

Cactus SaddleryGreenville, Texas

866/605-6567

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SPONSORSAL-Farmers Co-op

Carroll Original WearRunning P Saddlery

Hot HeelsFRM Feeds

Classic Rope


Allen’s Ropings and Phillip’s Cattle Co.Present

Rope for Saddles and CashSaturday and Sunday June 19-21, 2009

Tuscumbia, ALLonghorn Arena

$15,000

CASH to

High Point

Roper of #10

This will be a #10 roping with a handicap. No roper over a #6 can rope. All ropers must enter the drawpot at least one time (4 partners.) Ropers can also enter with pickedpartners (after entering the drawpot.) #6 ropers can onlypick 8 partners and must enter the drawpot on all remainingentries. You can have a maximum of 20 partners. Ropingwill be a 3-head, progressive after one. Books open at 7 a.m., rope at 9 a.m. Cut off time may apply in first round only. Short Go for #10 will be run on Sunday

FridayBooks open 6:00 p.m. Rope 7:00 p.m.

4-Head, Progressive on 1 • 12 Point Slide

Enter 1, Draw 2 for $150 • Enter 4x

Saturday/SundayDraw runs $50 ◆ Picked runs $60

Pick PartnersYou can enter this way up to 16 times but must enter the

Drawpot 1 time first (4 partners) and cannot enter with the

same partner more than once (except switch end teams)

Kid’s Jr. Looper

Roping,

Saturday 1 p.m.

Buckles to winner of 5 year & under,

6 to 7 year, 8 to 9 year, & 10 to 12 year

Payoff for #10 Handicap Saturday and Sunday

1st Buckles, Cash & USTRC Regional Shoot-Outs

2nd Buckles & Cash3rd Buckles & Cash4th Buckles & Cash5th Buckles & Cash

6th-10th Reinsman’s Pads & Cash11th-15th Carroll Original Hand Bags

NTRL Shoot-Outs given to 1st-10th place in the Average

Short-Go Payoff:1st Cash + Buckles

1st go round fast time - CashHigh Point of the #10 cannot win saddle.

Running P Saddlery Bonus Roping#9 Handicap Capped at #5

Will not start before 2 p.m. on Saturday,

Roping will be completed on Saturday

3-head, progressive after one

You must have entered the #10 with at least 4 partners

to be eligible to rope in the Bonus Roping.

Enter 1, draw 2 for $175 or draw 3 for $175

You may enter 4 times for a total of 12 runs.

8 Saddles ◆ 18 Buckles

10 Carroll Original Handbags + Cash

NTRL Shoot-Outs to 1st-5th place in the Average

General InformationCASH ONLY for entries. There will be a cut-off time in the first round only. 5-second barrier.

TRIAD numbers only (you must have been classified by USTRC). For ropers convenience, if you would like to pre-enter for this roping call Ed Allen at 256/749-0541.

Allen’s Ropings reserves the right to make any and all necessary changes. Pre-entries taken with credit card (3% charge).

2009 USTRC cards required. Cards may be purchased at this event.For info, stall reservations and R.V. hookups,

call Ed Allen 256/749-0541 or Chip Phillips 256/762-4196CATTLE FOR SALE AT ROPING

Handicap

4 Saddles

to High Point

#6, #5, #4

& #3 and Below

12 Point Slide Friday Night

Host Hotel

Comfort Inn

256/381-0607

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Global Christian Children’s Network 1/2 horizontal1ST ANNUAL

GCCN TEAM ROPING &

Mission Center Fundraiser

JUNE 20, 2009#12 Handicap with #7 Cap

Books Open 7 a.m. Rope at 9:30 a.m.3 for $40 • Progressive after 1

HIGH POINT HEADER/HEELER BUCKLES

� Silent Auction� Branded Concert� Kid’s Events� All Day

Concessions� Live Auction

• Cruise• Multiple Hunting

and Fishing Trips• 1970 Monte

Carlo SS454

CASH ONLYNo Checks or Credit Cards

TRIAD numbers only

Payout

Average

1st - Cash, 2nd - Cash, 3rd - Cash

1st Round

Fast Time - Cash

Handicap

#12 Even#11 1/2 Second Off#10 1 Second Off#9 2 Seconds Off#8 4 Seconds Off#7 & below 6 6 Seconds Off18 Seconds Cut Off 1st Round3 Head Progressive After 1Time Taken Off After 2nd Round

Lone Star Cowboy Church

1627 Eva StreetMontgomery, TX 77356

www.myspace.com/rodeofundraisereventTravis 281/734-3838 • Kip 281/541-3157

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Hi-Top Productionspresents

at Sedan Round Up Club ArenaSedan, KS

June 13

June 27

July 11

Draw PotPayout

$1,500 $950$650$550$450$400$300$200



WESTERN KANSASUSTRC AFFILIATE

TEAM ROPING

MARTIN SADDLESto the High Money

#4 and under, #5 and over ropers of the weekend!

PRIZES to the Average and Incentive winners

of all the ropings!

For more information:Rope the Rockies

Jeff and Cindy Smith620/422-3632

Ike and Mary Cox660/425-5502

Directions to Scott City Arena &Activity Center:At the junction of Hwy 96 and 83,turn north on Hwy 83 and go 10blocks to Fairgrounds Rd.

Thank You to our Sponsors

PRESENTS

Saturday, June 209:00 a.m.

#15 w/#13 Incentive4 for $40/roper • Enter 6 times

(4 more as an Incentive team or any combination of Incentive for a total of 10 times)

Progressive on 1Incentive paid on 3All USTRC Rules!

Books open at 7:00 a.m. and willclose at 8:30 a.m.

Plus immediately following #15

#12 Pick/Draww/#11 Incentive

$150/roperEnter 1x with partner draw 4 = 5

Enter 2x with partner draw 8 = 10 orEnter 1x without a partner draw = 5Enter 2x without partner draw = 10

YOU MUST BE ENTERED BY10:00 A.M.-NO LATE ENTRIES!

June 20-21, 2009 - Scott City ArenaScott City, Kansas

Sunday, June 219:00 a.m.







Capped at USTRC #5 • $150/roperEnter 1x with partner draw 4 = 5


YOU MUST BE ENTERED BY10:00 A.M.-NO LATE ENTRIES!

2009 USTRC AFFILIATE

All $ won countstoward 2009 USTRC

National and Regional Shoot-Outs. 2009 USTRC

membership required.

In the #12 and #9Pick/Draw ropings,

after the draw is postedyou may enter with

partners of your choicefor $40/roper. (you

must be entered in thePick/Draws)

RODEO NEWS

TRIAD numbers only

Host MotelAirliner Motel609 E. 5th Street620/872-3043

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Presents:

SATURDAY, JULY 4capped at #5, (3 head)

Draw 4 partners for $100, Pick 6, maximum of 10 runsEnter at 9 a.m. Rope at 10 a.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 5Handicapped up & down (4 head)

Draw 4 parners for $100, Pick 6, maximum of 10 runsEnter at Noon Rope at 1 p.m.

��Saddle to High Point Roper Each Day

(can only win 1 saddle)Buckles Thru 6th Place Each Day

Additional prizes will also be awardedEach contestant pays a $20 prize fee each day

Producer reserves the right to classify anyone who does not have a current USTRC membership. TRIAD #’s Only.

FMI call 806-664-3999, 806-664-8200, or 806-664-6793NO CHECKS-CASH ONLY PLEASE

Other roping dates: June 6 at Miami, TX • June 21 at Pampa, TX

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Shelley Productions

Hamilton, TexasCircle T Arena June 5-7, 2009

ALL WORLD SERIES ROPINGS ARE80% PAYBACK!

Friday, June 5Enter at 5 p.m., rope at 6 p.m.

Open Roping World Series Qualifier(no age limit, no cap)

#15 (no age limit, no cap)$150/man, enter twice (4-hd, pa 1)

Saturday, June 6Enter at 9 a.m., rope at 10 a.m.

#13 Warm Up $50/man, enter 2X, 1st 100 teams entered - 33% Stock Charge

#13 World Series Qualifier(no cap)

Sunday, June 7Cowboy Church at 8 a.m.

Enter 9 a.m., rope at 10 a.m.#11 World Series Qualifier

(heelers capped at #6)$150/man, enter twice (4-hd, pa 1)

#10 World Series Qualifier(heelers capped at #6)$150/man, enter twice (4-hd, pa 1)

World Series Qualifier RulesDoes not apply to Open and #15 ropings. • Must be 21 yrs old. within

calendar year 2009.• Minimum tie-on age 60 yrs old. • USTRC TRIAD numbers only. • Enter on site, cash or credit

card only–add 3% for credit card processing.

For more information call 575/644-3518, 575/574-8591or go to WWW.WSTROPING.COM

Sample pay out with 100 teams1st - $9,600 3rd - $4,800

2nd - $7,200 4th - $2,400

Buckles to Average Winnersof World Series Qualifiers

Katy, TX May 1-3Tularosa, NM May 23-24(Memorial Day Weekend)Hamilton, TX June 5-7

(Circle T Arena)

Las Cruces, NM June 14NRS Decatur, TX July 31-Aug 2

Glen Rose, TX Sept 4-6

WWW.WSTROPING.COM

Shelley Productions

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Zamora Roping Productions at the Santa Fe Trail Event Center in Las Vegas, New Mexico

invites you to the following ropings!

Check This Out!✰ Speed’s Match Roping Finals Guaranteed $100,000

per division to first place in each of five divisions.✰ World Series Finals Guaranteed $150,000 per team

to first place in the #11 and #10 plus huge payouts inthe Open and #13.

✰ USTRC National Finals of Team Roping is expected topayout more than 5 million dollars in cash and prizes.

Get Qualified for these events now!

For additional information check out our NEW website www.zamoraroping.com or call 505/425-3850Host Hotel: Best Western Montezuma Inn & Suites505/426-8000

Thursday, June 25, 2009: Speed’s Match RopingBooks open at 4:00 p.m. • Rope at 5:00 p.m.Open • #15 • $100/roper • May enter twice

Friday, June 26, 2009: USTRC Lasso Del Norte (Format 2)Open• #15 • #13 • #12

Saturday, June 27, 2009: USTRC Lasso Del Norte (Format 2)#12 Gold Plus • #11 • #10

Sunday, June 28, 2009: USTRC Lasso Del Norte (Format 2)#10 • #9

Friday, July 3, 2009: World Series QualifierOpen • #13 • #11 • #10$150/roper • May enter twice in each division

Saturday, July 4, 2009: Speed’s Match Roping9:00 a.m. • #13 • $100/roper • May enter twice11:00 a.m. • Cowboy Church with Corey Ross.

4th Annual Church on the Trail No Entry Fee Team Roping12 noon • MUST ATTEND CHURCH TO ROPE IN FREE ROPINGOpen Handicap • Trailer, Saddles, Buckles & Other Prizes

Sunday, July 5, 2009: #11 HandicapPick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper • May enter twice

PLUS Speed’s Match Roping • #10 • $100/roper • May enter twice

Saturday, July 25, 2009: Speed’s Match Roping#13 • #11

PLUS #12 HandicapPick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper • May enter twice

Sunday, July 26, 2009: Speed’s Match Roping#12 • #10

PLUS #11 HandicapPick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper • May enter twice

Saturday, August 1, 2009: World Series QualifierOpen • #13 • #11 • #10

Sunday, August 2, 2009: New Mexico Highland’s University Scholarship Roping

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S&S “SUPER #10”SADDLE PICK/DRAW with

#9 & #8 INCENTIVES, CAPPED AT #6CHISHOLM TRAIL PAVILION

ENID, OKLAHOMA

Saturday, June 27, 2009

11:00 a.m.

$100/roper • Enter up to 4 times for total of 12 runs5-head • Progressive on 1 • Incentive paid on 4-head • TRIAD numbers only

Enter with 1 partner, we draw you 2 more Enter with 3 partners, we draw you 6 moreEnter with 2 partners, we draw you 4 more Enter with 4 partners, we draw you 8 more

If you do not have a partner we can draw all your runs

#10 AVERAGE

1st - 2 Saddles + $1,0002nd - 2 Breast Collars + $8003rd - 2 Breast Collars + $6004th - 2 Breast Collars + $5005th - 2 Trophy Halters + $4006th - 2 Trophy Halters + $3007th - 2 Trophy Halters + $3008th - 2 Trophy Halters + $300

#9 INCENTIVE

1st - 2 Saddles + $6002nd - 2 Breast Collars + $5003rd - 2 Trophy Halters + $4004th - 2 Trophy Halters + $300

#8 INCENTIVE

1st - 2 Saddles + $6002nd - 2 Breast Collars + $5003rd - 2 Trophy Halters + $4004th - 2 Trophy Halters + $300

Cash & Prizes

Awarded

6 Martin Saddles10 Equibrand

Breast Collars16 Trophy Halters

$8,000 Cash!(If over 150 teams enter, extra

money will be added to the payout!)

This is a USTRC Affiliate 2009 USTRC membership requiredAll money won counts toward 2009Regional and National Shoot-Outs

Chisholm Trail Pavilion is located atthe Garfield County Fairgrounds

111 W. Purdue • Enid, Oklahoma

Books open at 8:00 a.m. Close at 10:00 a.m.

Roping will start at 11:00 a.m.

No late entries! You must be entered

by 10:00 a.m.

Everyone Welcome!

Everyone whocatches 4-head will go to theWRANGLER

SUPER SHORT-GO

Information: S & S Ropings Jeff & Cindy Smith

620-422-3632

Martin SaddlerySteer CrazySPONSORS:

WranglerEquibrand

Classic EquineClassic Ropes

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This is part of the 6 month saddle series, so points awarded through 8th place.If you are not a current member of C-C, a $20 day permit can be purchased at the event.

(Memberships are $40 individual, $60 family)

Stalls and RV hookups available • TRIAD numbers only

For more information call Tom Smith 615/596-6636 orAngela Bagsby 615/829-9105 • www.cbarcproductions.com

July 3, 4 & 5 Roping$10,000 Added money

James Ward Agriculture Pavilion • Lebanon, Tennessee

FRIDAY, JULY 3Warm up Roping

#10 with #8 incentive (capped at a 6)$20/roper - unlimited entries

Books open at 6:00 p.m. – Rope at 7:00 p.m.

SATURDAY, JULY 4#12 Roping - $20/roper - Enter 8 times

#10 Roping - $20/roper enter 8 times (#10 capped at 6)#8 Roping - Pick 1/Draw 2 or Draw 3 $50/roper

Enter 4 times for total of 12 runs(#8 capped at a 4)

SUNDAY, JULY 5Open - $50/roper, 70% payback (5-head progressive on 1)

#14 - $20/roper - enter 8 times

On Saturday & Sunday books open at 9:00 a.m. - Rope at 10:00 a.m.All ropings 4-head progressive on 1, except for the Open roping

All ropings 60% payback, except the Open, which is 70% payback

Buckles awarded to Average winners on Saturday and Sunday

presents

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The 4th of July ChampionshipsZamora Roping Productions & Wrangler present

July 3-5, 2009 - Las Vegas, New MexicoSanta Fe Trail Event Center

TRIAD numbers only

Current USTRC membership required

For more information please call Kenny Zamora at 505/425-3850; day of roping 505/469-4388or visit www.zamoraroping.com

Sponsors

www.nfrlv.comwww.cowboyconnections.com

Friday, July 3World Series Qualifier

Books open at 9:00 a.m.Rope at 10:00 a.m.

✩ Open✩ #13✩ #11✩ #10

$150/roper • may enter twiceMust be at least 21-years-old to rope

Saturday, July 4Books open at 9:00 a.m.

Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Speed’s #13Match Roping

$100/roper • may enter twice

12:00 p.m. Cowboy Churchwith Corey Ross

Church on the TrailTeam Roping

1:00 p.m. Open Handicap DrawpotSaddles to Average winners

Buckles to 2nd

Breast collars to 3rd

Bible covers to 4th

One time $25 fee to help offset the cost of freight

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3-Horse Slant Trailerto be awarded by

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Host Hotel:Best Western

Montezuma Inn & Suites505/426-8000

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Books open at 9:00 a.m.Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $150 May enter twice

Buckles to Average winnersPLUS

Speed’s #10Match Roping

$100/roper • may enter twice

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• Variable speed control - from slow walk to a fast lope.

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Used and endorsed by 7-time World ChampionHeader Jake Barnes

“This is the best dummy I have ever roped.”

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• Horns adjust to 8 different positions to match those steers that give you trouble.

• No messy bale of hay needed. Sets on any surface.• Comes with heavy-duty handle for easy moving.• The official roping dummy of The World Team Roping

Production events / used in all Dummy Ropings.• Available in Orange or Gray.

Check our websitefor Specials!

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DOUGLAS COUNTYFAIRGROUNDS

CASTLE ROCK, COLORADO

Martin Saddlesto the Average winners

of the #12 and and the #9 Pick/Draws

Prizes to the Average and Incentive winners.

Douglas County FairgroundsArena is located:

500 Fairgrounds DriveCastle Rock, Colorado

Saturday, July 49:00 a.m.

#15 w/#13 IncentivePlus immediately following #15




MUST BE ENTERED BY 10:00 a.m.SHARP-NO LATE ENTRIES!

July 4-5, 2009Douglas County Fairgrounds Arena

Sunday, July 59:00 a.m.

#10 w/#9 IncentivePlus immediately following #10




MUST BE ENTERED BY 10:00 a.m.SHARP-NO LATE ENTRIES!

All $ won countstoward 2009

USTRC Nationaland Regional Shoot-Outs

EVERYONEWELCOME!In the #12 and #9Pick/Draw ropings,




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Host MotelComfort Suites

303/814-9999Reserve Early!

For more information:Rope the Rockies

Jeff and Cindy Smith620/422-3632

Ike and Mary Cox660/425-5502

Thank You toour Sponsors

RODEO NEWS

Information on the #15 & #10 ropings4 for $40/roper • Progressive on 1 • Enter 6 times/roping

(4 more as an Incentive team or any combination of Incentive for a total of 10 times)Books open at 7:00 a.m. each day and close at 8:30 a.m. SHARP!

USTRC Rules! - 2009 USTRC cards required (2009 USTRC membership cards may be purchased at this roping)

TRIAD numbers only • Incentive paid on 3

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Ike Hamilton Expo CenterWest Monroe, Louisiana

July 4-5, 2009

Sunday, July 5 Rope at 9:00 a.m.

50 year & over at 9 a.m.4 for $80 • Enter up

#10 w/#8 IncentivePick & Draw • Capped at #53-head progressive after 1

To follow 50 & overMust be entered in draw by 9 a.m.

Will take 600 TeamsEnter 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3

for $150/roperEnter up to 15 runs.

Top 30 to short round.LOTS OF CASH

Saddles to top 3 places in #10

Saddles to Average winners in Incentive

BSI Summer Classic

9 SaddlesSaturday, July 4

Rope at 10:00 a.m.

#154 for $100 • Enter up

#13 w/#12 Incentive4 for $100 • Enter up

#12 w/#11 Incentive4 for $100 • Enter up

PrizesSADDLE TO HIGH POINT

WINNER OF THE DAY

CASH

Incentive pays on 3 head

EXCELLENT CATTLE PROVIDED

DummyRoping

Sunday 2 p.m.10 & under6 & underTROPHYBUCKLES

TO WINNERS

CowboyChurchSunday 8 a.m.

CASHONLY

USTRC TRIAD numbers will beused. Must have current USTRCmembership. USTRC cards may be purchased at the roping. USTRC dress code.

For more information callBurl Stewart 318/355-0273

Randy Stewart 318/282-3068

For stall reservations call the Ike:318/325-9160

Host HotelQuality Inn & Suites

318/387-2711Ask for ropers rate.

Climate

Controlled

Arena

Lots ofCash andPrizes

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July 4-5, 2009

Carthage, Missouri • Lucky J ArenaDirections: From I-44 to N. U.S. 71, exit U.S. 71 at HH (Fir Road).

Go approximately 3.5 miles east on Fir Road to arena.

Produced by Rope The OzarksFor more information call Kevin Hall 417/547-3406

Rope The Ozarks presents

Host Hotel

Super 8 • 417/359-9000Ask for Rope the Ozarks rate

#13 & #11Match

Roping

General Info

• Cash only entries• USTRC TRIAD numbers only• USTRC dress code• Must have current USTRC card to enter• Cards will be available for purchased

at roping• Stalls are limited, first-come, first-served.

3-Horse Slant

Trailer to

High Point

#10 roper

OZARKS OZARKS

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Produced by Rope The OzarksFor more information call Kevin Hall 417/547-3406

Saturday, July 4

#13 Match Roping

50 Team Tournament$75/roper • Single Elimination

Enter up Books open at 9:00 a.m.

Rope at 10:00 a.m.

#11 Match Roping

50 Team Tournament$75/roper • Single Elimination

Enter upBooks guaranteed open

until 11:00 a.m.

#11 Pick/DrawPick 1, draw 1 or draw 2

$80/roper • Enter 3XBooks guaranteed open

until 1:00 p.m.

Sunday, July 5

Trailer Roping

#10 Pick/Draw w/#8 Inc.Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all • $150/roper

Capped at a #6 • Enter 5 timesBooks open at 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. • Rope at 9:30 a.m.

3-Horse Slant Trailer to

High Point #10 RoperDummy Roping at High Noon • Buckles to winners

#8 Bonus Roping$Pick 1, draw 2 or draw 3

$100/roper • Enter 1XBooks guaranteed open

until 3:00 p.m.

Saddles

to

Average &

Inc. Ch

amps

of the #

10

INDEPENDENCECHAMPIONSHIPS

INDEPENDENCECHAMPIONSHIPS

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GENERAL INFORMATION: Cash or credit cards. Average Payout guaranteed at 350 teams but may be increased according to the number of teams. • Points for HighPoint roper will be determined as follows: Top 20 in Average and Fast Times in each rotation. For stalls, call 801/599-1238 Motels: Best Western Cotton Tree 801/292-7666 - Country Inn & Suites 801/292-8100 - La Quinta 801/776-6700 - Motel 6 801/298-0289

July 24-25, 2009 • Farmington, UtahLegacy Center

For info. call Zane Dansie • 801/599-1238 ZD Cattle Company

Partner Finding Service

Friday, July 24Sign up 9:00 a.m., Rope 10:00

#12 Handicap • Both ends over 40Pick 1, Draw 3 or Draw all 4 for $100/roper • Enter 3 times

Saturday, July 25Books close 9:30 a.m. - Rope at 10: a.m.

32 Team Open Match • Enter 2 times • $100/roper

#4 and under Big Bucks ChampionshipsBooks close at 11:00 a.m. • Rope at 12:00 noon • Pick 1, Draw 2 or

Draw 3 for $100/roper • Enter 4 times

#4 and under Payoff$5,000 to High Point Roper

in a leather briefcase.Average

1st • Master Saddles + $2,0002nd • Master Saddles + $1,0003rd • Master Saddles + $8004th • Master Buckles + $6005th • Master Buckles + $4006th • Master Buckles + $200

Short Barrier2 Arenas Used

6 Saddles8 Buckles

ZD Cattle Companypresents

Buckles to Average Winnersin all ropings

TRIAD NUMBERSONLY

$5,000

To High Point Roper

#4 and underHandicapp

#8 = 0#7 = -1#6 = -3

Friday Sign up 9 a.m. • Rope at 10 a.m.

#12 Handicap RopingOver 40 both ends Pick 1, Draw 3, or Draw all 4 for $100Enter 3 times

followed by

#4 & Under Saddle RopingMust be entered by 12:00 p.m.Pick 1, draw 3 or draw all 4 for $100 • Enter 3x Saddles to 1st in Average • Cash paid back 2nd - 6th place, depending on number of teams.

SaturdaySign up 9 a.m., Rope at 10 a.m.

WARM-UP DRAWPOT3 for $20• No cap

followed by

Trailer RopingMust be entered by 12 noon#10 Handicap Trailer Roping

Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $100 Enter 4 times for a total of 12 partners

Capped at a #6Trailer roping - 1/3 stock charge, 2/3 prize and cash pay-out • Progressive Payoff: 10 places in cash in the Average • 3 places cash paid in 1st goHigh Point roper will win a deluxe 2-horse slant load trailer! Winner responsible for TT&L

#10 TRAILER ROPINGRoping Handicaps#8 teams - 0 sec. off#7 teams - 2 sec. off#6 teams - 5 sec. off

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

10th Annual$50,000 PIONEER DAYS Big Bucks Shoot-out

#11 Big Bucks capped at #6 • Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw 3 for $100/roper • Enter 4 times

80% PaybackPayback with 32 teams

1st • $2,400 3rd • $4002nd • $1,600 4th • $400

Low EntryFees

Color country classictrailer roping

July 8-10, 2009 • panguitch, utahIndoorFacility

2-HORSE SLANT TRAILER TO HIGH POINT ROPER

Roping Handicaps#11 teams - 0 sec. off#10 teams - 1 sec. off#9 teams - 3 sec. off#8 teams - 5 sec. off

Payoff for #11$5,000 to High Point Roper

in a leather briefcase.Average

1st • $5,0002nd • $3,0003rd • $2,0004th • $1,0005th • $6006th • $400

Thursday Night: Locals only saddle ropingEnter 6:00 p.m. - Rope 7:00 p.m.

#11 Handicap Roping • 3-steer • Pick 1, Draw 3, or Draw all 4 for $100 Enter 2 times for a total of 8 partners • Deluxe Saddles to the Average winners

To enter you must presently live within a 100 mile radius.

FRIDAY & SATURDAY - ALL ROPERS WELCOME! • CASH ONLY

Thanks to our sponsors,our trailer is completely

paid for!

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Presents July 10-12, 2009

Super Saddle Weekend VI

Saturday #12 Pick or Draw$40/roper • No Cap

3-Head, Progessive after 1Handicaps

#12 • Straight#11 • 1 second off#10 • 2 seconds off#9 • 3 seconds off

#8 and under • 4 seconds off off

Saturday & SundayBooks open at 8:00 a.m. • Rope at 10:00 a.m.

Books close at 12:00 p.m.50 Fastest Teams to Short Go

Sunday #10 Pick or Draw$40/roper • Capped at a #5 Roper

3-Head, Progessive after 1Handicaps

#10 • Straight#9 • 1 second off#8 • 2 seconds off#7 • 3 seconds off

#6 and under • 4 seconds off

Air Conditioned Indoor Arena!Over 400 stalls and 150 RV hook-ups

No ReservationsNeeded

✫Dummy Roping sponsored by NRS Saturday 2:00 p.m. • 4 Age Groups

✫Cowboy Church Service Sunday 2:00 p.m.

✫TRIAD Numbers OnlyIf no card, producer will classify

InformationRichie Hebert 601/916-9449Douglas Dale 601/273-1027

FacilityForest County Multipurpose Center

Hwy 49 South, Just North of Hwy 98 Intersection601/583-7500

Host Hotel - LaQuinta601/268-2850

Sponsors

Team Roping

Over $40,000 in Cash and Prizes

Hattiesburg, Mississippi

12Fully

Tooled

Saddles

BiggerCash

Payouts

Great CattleFlagger

Justin Harless

Friday night • 6:00 p.m.Warm-up Roping

#12 • No Cap$20/roper

Unlimited entriesff

Big Cash Prizes Paid Through 10th Place

Saddles to 1st - 3rd Each DayBreast Collars to 4th & 5th

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9TH ANNUALWEBB MEMORIAL

TEAM ROPING

Fancy Martin Saddlesto the High Money

#4 and under, #5 and overropers of the weekend!

Buckles to the Average and Incentive winners

of all the ropings!

For more information:Rope the RockiesIke and Mary Cox

660/425-5502Jeff and Cindy Smith

620/422-3632Kelli Brammer816/903-4611

Directions:I-35 to exit 93 at Bethany, MO. Go1 mile to intersection of US Hwy69, then go north 2 miles to 280thStreet. East 1/4 mile to HickoryHill Arena

Thank You to our Sponsors

Produced by

Saturday, July 119:00 a.m.









Books Close at 11:00 a.m.

July 11-12, 2009 - Hickory Hill ArenaBethany, Missouri

Sunday, July 129:00 a.m.









Books Close at 11:00 a.m.

2009 USTRC AFFILIATE

All $ won countstoward 2009 USTRC

National and Regional Shoot-Outs. 2009 USTRC

membership required.

EVERYONEWELCOME!

In the #12 and #9Pick/Draw ropings,




Kearney Feeds

TRIADnumbers only

Host MotelSuper 8 Motel

660/425-8881Cattle provided by

C-S Cattle Company

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PRIEFERT NO BARRIER CHUTE WILL BE USED IN ALL ROPINGS -

Just like the World Series Finale in Las Vegas

$225,000 In Cash and Prizes Paid out in 2008!

The Daddy Round 3

Cash or credit card ONLY for entries! 3% will be added to all credit card fees. USTRC TRIAD numbers will be used. JX2 has the right to classify anyone not holding a current USTRC card. JX2 Productions reserves the right to make any and all necessary changes.

SATURDAY July 18Books Open 7 am – Rope 8:30 amOpen Warm UpOpen World Series#11 Warm Up#11 World Series#8 BONUS ROPING- No earlier than 4pm

SUNDAY July 19Books Open 7 am – Rope 8:30 am#10 Warm Up#10 World Series#10 SADDLE ROPING

Practice & Challenge Pen In the Outdoor arena- All Proceeds to go LCCC Rodeo Scholarship Fund

MONDAY July 20Books Open 7 am – Rope 8:30 am#13 World Series#13 Super 7 Header

PRIZES#8 BONUS ROPING:8 FULLY TOOLED EXOCTIC SEAT SADDLESto Average Winners, HI Point #4 Header, #4 Heeler, #3 & Below Header, #3 & Below Heeler, Female, 50 & Over10 CUSTOM MADE MAYNARD BUCKLES to 1st -5th in AverageJX2 ALL LEATHER BRONC HALTERS- 6th-15th in Average.CASH!!!

#10 SADDLE ROPING:7 FULLY TOOLED EXOTIC SEAT TROPHY SADDLES to Average Winners, HI Point #4, #5, #6, 50 & Over, and Female10 CUSTOM MADE MAYNARD BUCKLES to 1st -5th in AverageJX2 ALL LEATHER BRONC HALTERS- 6th-15th in Average.CASH!!!

WORLD SERIES:***ALL AVERAGE WINNERS in the WORLD SERIES will be eligible for the World Series of Team Roping Finale in Las Vegas. Go to website for more details: www.wstroping.com.JX2 DENIM JACKETS to World Series Average Winners

#8 BONUS ROPINGCapped at #43 head handicap roping, P.A. 1. Cut-off time in fi rst round only. Enter 1/ Draw 2 for $175 or draw all 3 partners for $175. You may enter 4 times for a total of 12 partners.

#10 SADDLE ROPINGCapped at #6No roper over a #6 can rope. All Ropers must draw a minimum of 4 partners. Ropers can also enter with picked partners (after entering the drawpot with 4 partners). You can have a maximum of 14 partners. This is a handicap roping. Roping will be 3 head, PA 1. There will be a cut-off time in the fi rst round only.

$55/ Roper for PICK TEAMS$50/ Roper for DRAWS

All 4 and below Heelers will get an ad-ditional second off their teams time.Points will be awarded to 20 places & fast go’s in each round.

SUPER 7 HEAD#13 with #12, #11, #10 Incentives$300/ Roper, Enter 4 times. Everyone gets 6 steers, top 25 to short round. $50,000 paid out in 2008!

WORLD SERIESOpen World Series – No Cap and No age limit.#13 World Series – No Cap. Must be 21 years of age to rope.#11 World Series – Heelers capped at #6. Must be 21 years of age to rope.#10 World Series- Heelers capped at #6. Must be 21 years of age to rope.

All World Series: $150/ Roper, Enter 2 times, 4 head, P.A. 1

WARM UP ROPINGSOpen,All Ropers Welcome – No age limit, No Caps, Enter 1 / Draw 1 for $100Can enter 2 times for total of 4 partners

For Info Call John Johnson 423-340-0640Mandy Wolfe 970-231-8951Peter Farner 307-421-7964

www.jx2events.com

Hotels: To guarantee rooms, make reservations early

100 indoor stalls, 50 outdoor stallsNO RV Hookups, generators welcome

80% payback

80% payback

Only 10 minutes from the famous Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo

July 18-20, 2009Laramie County Community College, Cheyenne, WY

#11 & #10 w/Slide up to #11, Down to 8

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TRIAD numbers only

July 18 & 19Roping starts at 9 a.m. Sharp!

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Rope The Ozarks Presents

OKLAHOMA TRAILER BASH

Sponsors

Sunday, July 19Trailer Roping

#10/#8 Incentive (capped at #6)Pick 1, draw 2, or draw all 3 for $150/roper • Enter 5X4-steer, progressive on one

Trailer to High Point RoperBuckles to 1st in the Average

and #8 Incentive Winners

DUMMY ROPING 12:00 NOON PRIZES TO WINNERS

Books open 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.

Titan 3-Horse

Slant Trailer

• Incentive paid on three head• Top 20 Teams to short round in each roping• Can enter up and back• TRIAD numbers only • 2009 USTRC membership

required and may be purchased at this event• USTRC dress code• CASH ONLY - except Gold Plus members• Stalls & RV hook-ups available at arena

70%Payback

McAlester, OklahomaHwy 270 - 8 miles east of McAlester

JULY 18-19, 2009Books Open at 7:30 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m. Each Day

Saturday, July 18#15/#13 Incentive#13/#12 Incentive#12/#11 Incentive#11/#10 IncentiveAll ropings: 4-steer, progressive on 1 for $50/roperEnter 5X

Produced by Rope The Ozarks Kevin Hall 417/547-3406

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TRIAD numbers only

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July 11-12, 2009Kay Rodger’s Park

Ft. Smith, ARLots of

Cash

2-horseSlantTrailer

Lots ofSpecial Prizes

All Prize

s

Guaranteed

#9Trailer and CashSummer SizzlerCapped at #5

RED HOT

High Point Roper2-Horse Slant Bumper PullPrizes Thru 20 Places

in the Average

16 Saddles10 Buckles14 Knives

Cash or Credit Card Only

Host Hotel: Howard Johnson 479/494-7700

Dummy Roping Saturday & Sunday

Church after 1st rotation on Sunday

Pick 1, draw 2 or draw all 3 for $120/roper.You may have a total of 18 runs. USTRCTRIAD #’s only. Must have current USTRC

card. Cards may be purchased at roping. Youmay pre-enter to rope on Sunday by calling

the Monday before at 8:00 a.m. with a creditcard. Both ends must be paid. We will take

500 teams for Sunday. 3% office fee for pre-entries. Pre-entry numbers 580/653-2233

or 580/465-5410. Saturday on-site entries.Books open 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon

Rope at 1:00 p.m.

Power WalkHorse Walkers

Presents

Current Negative CogginsArk is strict on this! Dont leave home without your coggins!

FMI Buddy or Kelly580/465-5408 or

580/465-5410Prizes Guaranteed.

Warm Up

Roping

Warm Up

Roping

#10&#12Combined Separate

Short RoundsPick 1, Draw 1 or

Draw 2 for $80/roperSat. Books open 8-9 a.m.

Rope at 9:30 a.m.Have up to 12 runs

Cheaper

Fees!

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1st Average: Martin Trophy Saddles and Red Bluff Buckles

1st Incentive: Red Bluff BucklesClassic Equine Bits to top Headand Heel Horse

*Based on 77 teams entered**All prizes guaranteed!USTRC Shoot-Outs are based on estimated payout and may be adjusted

*#11 & #10 Payout

Sunday, September 12, 8:00 a.m. #11 with #10 Incentive capped at #6

Sunday, September 12, 1:00 p.m. #10 with #9 Incentive • capped at #5

Limited to 77 Teams in each ropingBoth Ropings Run on SundayWarm-Up Roping Run on Saturday

$1,000/Roper • Enter Once in each ropingThree full rounds and a short roundTRIAD numbers only - 2009 USTRC membership requiredMinimum entry age 21 • USTRC dress codeTop 20 teams to the short round – roped slowest to fastest.

Round 1: 1st $2,000Round 2: 1st $2,000Round 3: 1st $2,000

Average: 1st $50,000 + USTRC National Shoot-Outs

2nd $20,000 + Regional S/O3rd $10,000 + Regional S/O4th $8,000 + Regional S/O5th $6,000 + Regional S/O6th $5,0007th $4,0008th $2,500

Incentive: 1st $4,000

**Prizes

9th Annual

High Stakes

#11 Entry Form______________________________Header

______________ _______________ID# Class #

______________________________Social Security Number

______________________________Address

______________________________City, State, Zip

______________________________Date of Birth

______________________________Phone

______________________________Heeler

______________ _______________ID# Class #


______________________________Address

______________________________City, State, Zip

______________________________Date of Birth

______________________________Phone

❑ IncentiveEntry form must be complete and feesreceived for both partners or will not beconsidered a valid entry. Personal checks,cashier’s checks or money orders accepted.

Make checks payable and mail to:High Stakes Productions

1428 Frontage Road • Belen, NM 87002Confirmation of entry will be mailed to you.

All money won will get youcloser to the Cinch USTRC National Finals

One Day Two GreatRopings

San Carlos, Arizona

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Warm-Up

Roping

Saturday

9 a.m.


$231,000 One Day Cash Payout

Saturday, September 129:00 a.m. - Warm-Up roping Enter at 8:00 a.m. • Rope at 9:00 a.m. #11 w/#10 Incentive, capped at #64-steer, progressive • $150/roper, enter 3x • CASH ONLYAnyone #6 & under and 21 years old can enter. You do not have to be entered in High Stakes.6:00 p.m. - Calcutta and Contestant Check-in Party. Dinner will be providedfor contestant and one companion.

Stalls available at roping.For additional information, call John English at: 505/239-7617.

Apache Gold Hotel and Resort928/475-7800 $65 - Ask for roper rate.Limited availability.

Host Hotel:

Invitational

#10 Entry Form______________________________Header

______________ _______________ID# Class #


______________________________Address

______________________________City, State, Zip

______________________________Date of Birth

______________________________Phone

______________________________Heeler

______________ _______________ID# Class #


______________________________Address

______________________________City, State, Zip

______________________________Date of Birth

______________________________Phone

❑ IncentiveEntry form must be complete and feesreceived for both partners or will not beconsidered a valid entry. Personal checks,cashier’s checks or money orders accepted.

Make checks payable and mail to:High Stakes Productions

1428 Frontage Road • Belen, NM 87002Confirmation of entry will be mailed to you.

September 12-13, 2009

Sunday, September 138:00 a.m.HSI #11 w/#10 Incentive capped at #6All #11 teams will be introduced and assembled in the arena for the National Anthem and Invocation.

8:15 a.m.The #11 High Stakes Invitational will get underway. Three full rounds followed by the Head and Heel horse Awards, thenthe short-round.

1:00 p.m.HSI #10 w/#9 Incentive capped at #5All #10 teams will be introduced and assembled in the arena for the National Anthem and Invocation.

1:15 p.m.The #10 High Stakes Invitational will get underway. Three full rounds followed by the Head and Heel horse Awards, then the short-round.

Schedule of Events

Great FacilityGreat Steers& Lots ofMoney!

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Maynard Buckles505-862-7253 fax 505-862-7254

P.O. Box 419, Thoreau, NM 87323 email [email protected]

Pleasecall me forfree brochure!

Kelsi Maynard

22000088 SSuuppeerr SSaalleePrices from

$105 to $115

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S&W Productions, LLC presents the

For more details:Logan Wengert (505) 592-2665, (505) 592-2106

or Joseph Savedra (505) 409-1645

PAYOUTGuaranteed at 400 Teams

Average

1st $1,000,0002nd $300,0003rd $100,0004th $60,0005th $40,0006th $40,0007th $40,0008th $40,0009th $40,000

10th $40,00011th $20,00012th $20,00013th $20,00014th $20,00015th $20,00016th $20,00017th $20,00018th $20,00019th $20,00020th $20,000

3 Steer Consolation1st $30,0002nd $20,0003rd $10,0004th $7,0005th $4,0006th $4,000

1 Steer Consolation1st $20,000

1st and 2nd Rounds1st $20,0002nd $10,0003rd $7,000

3rd and Short Round1st $13,000

#10 Incentive1st $40,0002nd $30,0003rd $20,000

Century Bonus1st $25,0002nd $15,0003rd $10,0004th $5,000

200 Team Payout will be exactly half.

Saddles to First in Average.

Free dummy roping for the kids!

Saddles to winners in eachage group!

January 8-10, 2010 • Mojave Crossing Event Center • Fort Mohave, AZ

“World Class Ropings forWorld Class Ropers”See website for complete details!

www.ropersbailout.com

9:00 a.m. (Arizona Time)

#11 with #6 cap#10 Incentive

TRIAD numbers only.Guaranteed 3 full rounds!1 and 3 steer consolation

rounds...and a Century bonus!

Anyone can enter!$3,500/roper

Enter once400 team limit

First to enter, last to ropeAll team sponsors will be

recognized and announced!

Entries due 12/15/09Mail entries to:

S&W Productions, LLC389 County Road 5500Bloomfield, NM 87413

• May also enter online.• 3% fee for credit cards.• Payment plan available.

ENTRY FORM

Header:

Address:

USTRC ID: #

Heeler:

Address:

USTRC ID: #

1-800-284-2946Group Name: S&W Team Roping

Group Code: GSWROPE

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2009June 11-14

All hotels subject to drastic rate increase and release of roomstwo weeks prior to event. Make reservations early.

1st Community Credit Union Spur ArenaSan Angelo, Texas

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For more information call: USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Ramada Inn Limited • 325/653-84422201 N. Bryant Blvd.Free Continental BreakfastAsk for USTRC Rate

Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570 For complete format information refer to

the 2009 USTRC Formats at the back ofSuperLooper or the USTRC Rule Book.

FORMAT #2Cash OnlyOpen with #15 Incentive:Entry fee: $150/roper. Enter 2 times,any combination of Incentive or Non-Incentive. 5-steer/Progressive after 2.

#15 Handicap: Entry fee: $100/roper; Enter 3 times.5-steer/Progressive after 1. #14 team -2 sec. off; #13 & under team - 4 sec. off

#13, #12, #11 #10, #9 (#9 & #9 Incentive capped at #5):

Entry fee: $100/roper. Enter 3 times,any combination of Incentive or Non-Incentive. 4-steer/Progressive after 1.

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive: Gold Plus members 21 years and overonly. Entry fee: $100/roper; Enter 3times, any combination of Incentive orNon-Incentive. 4-steer/Progressive after 1.

#8 Pick/Draw, capped at a #4: Enter one time only. Pick 1, draw 1, ordraw 2. 3-steer/Progressive after 1. #7team - 2 sec off, #6 & under - 3 sec. off. Entry fee: $100/roper. No Incentive. Top 30 teams to the shortround. National Shoot-Outs guaranteedto top 5 places in Average.

This is an ON-SITE ENTRY event. GOLDPLUS MEMBERS MAY PRE-ENTER.

All other en tries will be taken at the event.Books will open a minimum of two hours before the start of each roping, and willclose one hour before the start of each

roping. Rotations after 150 teams.

2009 USTRC MEMBERSHIP REQUIREDBEFORE YOU ROPE, AND MAY BE

PURCHASED AT THIS EVENT.

WEST TEXAS CHAMPIONSHIPS

4 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• Average winners of the Open & #15

14 Trophy Martin Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw• Average winners of the Gold Plus

26 Trophy Gist Buckles• 2nd place Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9• 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw• Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

10 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• 3rd place Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

FLEX EARNINGS/USTRC National and Regional Shoot-Outs awarded in theAverage of each division. Roper Outerwear US Open Tour Points awarded in Average of the Open.

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THURSDAY • June 11, 12 NOON#15 Warm-Up (with #13 Inc.)Enter 3 times, $60/roperOpen (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap

FRIDAY • June 12, 9 A.M.#13 (with #12 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)

Century Bonus included#12 (with #11 Inc.)

SATURDAY • June 13, 9 A.M.#11 (with #10 Inc.)#10 (with #9 Inc.)

SUNDAY • June 14, 9 A.M.#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw

for beginner & novice ropers only#8 Pick/Draw books close at 10:30 A.M.

DIRECTIONS: 4722 Grape Creek Rd., San Angelo, TX 76903. From 87 N., left on FM 2105, right on Grape Creek Rd., left on 50th, arena is on the right.PRODUCED BY: USTRCCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle CompanySTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.

Climate-Controlled Facility

Four-Day FormatNo Marthon

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Jr. Looper • Saturday, 12 noonBuckles to winners 5 & under, 6 - 7, 8 - 9 & 10 - 12


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Sidney, Iowa Rodeo GroundsSidney, Iowa

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For more information call: Jeff and Cindy Smith at 620/422-3632 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Apple Inn • 1-800-659-4446 Nebraska City, Nebraska

Super 8 Motel • 712/382-2828Nebraska City, Nebraska

Country Inn • 712/246-1550 Shenandoah, Nebraska

Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: See map.PRODUCED BY: S&S Productions, Jeff Smith.CATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle Company.STALLS: Limited electrical hook-ups, by reservation only. Call Ken 712/246-9500. First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.

For complete format information refer to the 2009 USTRC Formats at the back ofSuperLooper or the USTRC Rule Book.






CHAMPIONSHIPS

FRIDAYJune 12, 12 NOON

Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)

SATURDAYJune 13, 9 A.M.Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)

Century Bonus included#11 (with #10 Inc.)#10 (with #9 Inc.)

SUNDAYJune 14, 9 A.M.All Girl Specialty Roping

#11 (with #9 Inc.) Pick 1, Draw 2 orDraw all 3 for $150/roper

#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


12 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw

4 Pink Trophy Saddle Pads• Average & Incentive Average winners of the All Girl

8 Trophy Gist Buckles• 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw• Average & Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus

2 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• Average winners of the #15

10 Trophy Saddle Pads • Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

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Sidney, Iowa is:50 miles from Omaha; 150 miles from Des Moines70 miles from Lincoln; 140 miles from Kansas City

The Sidney, Iowa Rodeo Arena is 339' x 253' with 5' of river sand on a

clay base that gives good footing rain or shine.

FORMAT #2Cash OnlyOpen Pick/Draw w/#15 Incentive:Entry fee: $200/roper. Enter 1 time;pick 1, draw 1. Must be at least #6header or #8 heeler to enter. 5-steer/Progressive after 2.





#8 Pick/Draw, capped at a #4: Enter one time only. Pick 1, draw 2, ordraw all 3. 3-steer/Progressive after 1.#7 team - 2 sec off, #6 & under - 3 sec. off. Entry fee: $150/roper. NoIncentive. Top 30 teams to the shortround. National Shoot-Outs guaranteedto top 5 places in Average.

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2009


June 19-21


Benton County FairgroundsBentonville, Arkansas

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For more information call: Kevin Hall at Rope the Ozarks at 417/547-3406 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Wingate • 479/418-5400Rate: $62 Ask for USTRC Rate

Microtel • 479/271-6699Rate: $39 Ask for USTRC Rate

Sleep Inn • 479/464-4400 Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: 7640 SW Regional Airport Blvd., Bentonville, ARPRODUCED BY: Rope the Ozarks (Kevin Hall)CATTLE PROVIDED BY: Rope the OzarksSTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







NORTH ARKANSAS CLASSIC

8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9

10 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average & Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

4 Trophy Gist Bits• Average winners of the #15 & #13

10 Trophy Saddle Pads• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9


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FRIDAYJune 1, 9 A.M.Open Pick/Draw(with #15 Inc.)

#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)



SUNDAYJune 3, 9 A.M.All Girl Specialty Roping










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2009June 20-21


H & H Indoor ArenaTaylorsville, North Carolina

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For more information call: John Johnson at 423/340-0640 or Richie Herman at 828/312-9891or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Comfort Inn • 828/754-2090Lenoir, North CarolinaAsk for USTRC Rate


DIRECTIONS: 311 Ned Herman Rd., Taylorsville, North CarolinaPRODUCED BY: JX2 ProductionsCATTLE PROVIDED BY: Richie HermanSTALLS: Only 40 indoor stalls available. First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas. No hookups,but generators and tie-ups welcome.







CHAMPIONSHIPS

SATURDAYJune 20, 9 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYJune 21, 9 A.M.#10 (with #9 Inc.)#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


2 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• High Money winner of each day (specialty ropings excluded)

4 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• Average winners of the #15 & #13

18 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9• Average & Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw


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FORMAT #3Cash OnlyOpen with #15 Incentive: Entry fee: $150/roper. Enter 2 times,any combination of Incentive or Non-Incentive. 5-steer/Progressive after 2.


#13, #12, #11 #10, #9(#9 & #9 Incentive capped at #5):

Entry fee: $80/roper. Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentive or Non-Incentive. 4-steer/Progressive after 1.

Gold Plus #12 with #10 Incentive:Gold Plus members 21 years and overonly. Entry fee: $100/roper; Enter 3times, any combination of Incentive orNon-Incentive. 4-steer/Progressive after 1.

#8 Pick/Draw, capped at a #4: Enter one time only. Pick 1, draw 2, ordraw all 3. 3-steer/Progressive after 1.#7 team - 2 sec off, #6 & under - 3 sec. off. Entry fee: $150/roper. No Incentive. Top 30 teams to the shortround. National Shoot-Outs guaranteedto top 5 places in Average.

Jr. Looper • Sunday, 12 noon • Buckles to winners 5 & under, 6 - 7, 8 - 9 & 10 - 12

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2009


June 26-28


Santa Fe Trail Events CenterLas Vegas, New Mexico

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For more information call: Kenny or Marsha Zamora at 505/425-3850 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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El Camino Motel • 505/425-5994Best Western Montezuma Inn • 505/426-8000Day’s Inn • 505/425-1967Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: I-25 to exit 347, east on Frontage/Airport Road.PRODUCED BY: Kenny & Marsha ZamoraCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle CompanySTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







LASSO DEL NORTE

FRIDAYJune 26, 9 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)



SUNDAYJune 28, 9 A.M.#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


10 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9


2 Trophy Gist Bits• Average winners of the #15



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2009June 26-28


Sweetwater County Events CenterRock Springs, Wyoming

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For more information call: Bill Cornia at 435/793-5035 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Motel 8 • 307/362-8200La Quinta Inn • 307/362-1770Best Western Outlaw Inn • 307/352-4850Motel 6 • 307/362-1850Econo Lodge • 307/382-4217Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: Off Elk Street exit. Exit north to Yellowstone Road, left to fairgrounds.PRODUCED BY: C&C Roping ProductionsCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle Company STALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







RED DESERT CLASSIC

FRIDAYJune 26, 10 A.M.Open Pick/Draw (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)All Girl Specialty Roping

#11 (with #9 Inc.) Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper

Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)Century Bonus included(Gold Plus ropings will not start before 6 p.m.)

SATURDAYJune 27, 9 A.M.#12 (with #11 Inc.)#11 (with #10 Inc.)#10 (with #9 Inc.)

SUNDAYJune 28, 9 A.M.#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #11, #10 & #9• Average winners of the Gold Plus

8 Trophy Gist Buckles• Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

6 Trophy Martin Breast Collars• Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

2 Pink Trophy Saddle Pads• Average winners of the All Girl


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WPRAApprovedAll Girl Friday after#13

GOODcattle by C-S CattleCompanyJeff Smith

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2009


July 2-5


Lazy E ArenaGuthrie, Oklahoma

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Sleep Inn — Guthrie Best Western Territorial Inn405/260-1400 405/282-8831414 Heather Road 23 Territorial TrailAsk for USTRC (Lazy E) Group Rate


DIRECTIONS: Rt. 5, Box 393, Guthrie, OK 73044. On I-35, 30 miles north of Oklahoma City, OK. Exit #151 (Seward Rd.), east approximately 4.5 miles.PRODUCED BY: USTRCCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle CompanySTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.













CHAMPIONSHIPS

14 Trophy Martin Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw• Average winners of the Gold Plus


26 Trophy Gist Buckles• 2nd place Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 & Gold Plus• 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

10 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• 3rd place Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9


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Jr. Looper • Saturday, 12 noon • Buckles to winners 5 & under, 6 - 7, 8 - 9 & 10 - 12

THURSDAY • July 2, 12 NOON#15 Warm-Up (with #13 Inc.)Enter 3 times, $60/roperOpen (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap

FRIDAY • July 3, 9 A.M.#13 (with #12 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SATURDAY • July 4, 9 A.M.#11 (with #10 Inc.)#10 (with #9 Inc.)

SUNDAY • July 5, 9 A.M.#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


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2009July 3-5


Central States Fairgrounds Expo CenterRapid City, South Dakota

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For more information call: Ty Yost at 208/863-4310 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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DIRECTIONS: 800 San Francisco St., Rapid City, SD 57701PRODUCED BY: Yost Events, Inc.STALLS: $15 per night. First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







SPONSORSClassic Equine

Liberty CompaniesFuddruckers

Nutra-LixWar Bonnet Inn

CHAMPIONSHIPS

FRIDAYJuly 3, 9 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)

SATURDAYJuly 4, 9 A.M.Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYJuly 5, 9 A.M.All Girl Specialty Roping




8 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & Gold Plus

8 Trophy Gist Buckles• Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw


6 Trophy Gist Bits• Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

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2009


July 16-19


Blackhawk ArenaSalina, Utah

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For more information call: Chris Freed at 208/251-3170 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Super 8 • 435/529-7483 Ask for Roper Rates

Best Western • 435/529-7455 Ask for Roper Rates

Rodeway Inn • 435/529-1300 Ask for Roper Rates


DIRECTIONS: 800 S. Equestrian Lane, Salina, UT 435/529-1022PRODUCED BY: Load ‘Em in the Dark Cattle Co.CATTLE PROVIDED BY: Load ‘Em in the Dark Cattle Co.STALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







THE BLACKHAWK CHAMPIONSHIPS

10 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9


12 Trophy Breast Collars• Average winners of the #15• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9


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THURSDAY • July 16, 7 P.M.Add-on Roping Super #12

Pick/Draw Handicap$150/roperPick1, draw 2 or draw all 3

FRIDAY • July 17, 10 A.M.Open Pick/Draw#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)

SATURDAY • July 18, 9 A.M.#12 (with #11 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)




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2009July 17-19


Custer County FairgroundsBroken Bow, Nebraska

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For more information call: Jeff & Cindy Smith at 620/422-3632or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Jr. Looper • Saturday, 12 noon Buckles to winners 5 & under, 6 - 7, 8 - 9 & 10 - 12


DIRECTIONS: Intersection East of Hwy. 2 & Hwy. 92; East edge of Broken Bow, NEPRODUCED BY: Jeff & Cindy SmithCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle CompanySTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. all your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







CHAMPIONSHIPS

FRIDAYJuly17, 12 NOON

Open Pick/Draw(with #15 Inc.)


SATURDAYJuly18, 9 A.M.Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYJuly19, 9 A.M.All Girl Specialty Roping




12 Trophy Martin Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw


8 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average & Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 2nd through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw



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Gateway Motel308/872-2478

Americas Best Value Inn308/872-6428

Bosselmans Motel308/872-6842

Wagon Wheel308/872-2433







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2009


July 24-26


Penrose Stadium Outdoor ArenaColorado Springs, Colorado

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For more information call: Jeff or Cindy Smith at 620/422-3632 or Ike or Mary Cox at 660/425-6087 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Travel Lodge • 719/632-4600La Quinta Inn • 800-531-5900Double Tree • 719/576-8900Travel Lodge South • 719/632-7077Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: 1045 West Rio Grande, Colorado Springs, CO 80906. Take I-25 to exit 141. Turn west to first light (8th Street), turn south on 8th, go 4 blocks, turn west on Rio Grande. Can’t miss the arena.PRODUCED BY: Jeff & Cindy Smith and Ike & Mary CoxCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle CompanySTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







CHAMPIONSHIPS

FRIDAYJuly 24, 8 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)

SATURDAYJuly 25, 8 A.M.Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYJuly 26, 8 A.M.All Girl Specialty Roping






8 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average & Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 2nd through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw




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2009


July 23-26


Salinas Sports ComplexSalinas, California

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Laurel Inn1-800-354-9831 or 831/449-2474Ask for USTRC Rate. Reservations must be made no later than July 17, 2009Close to arena.


DIRECTIONS: 1034 North Main Street, Salinas, CA 93506Hwy 101 to Laurel Dr., go right to Maryal Dr. to Complex; or Hwy. 101 to Laurel Dr., turn right on Main Street.PRODUCED BY: USTRCCATTLE PROVIDED BY: Rowly TwisselmanSTALLS: No portable pens and no tie outs. First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.













PACIFIC COAST CLASSIC

10 Trophy Martin Saddles• Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

10 Trophy Gist Buckles• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw• Average winners and Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus




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THURSDAY • July 23, 2 P.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap

FRIDAY • July 24, 9 A.M.#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)

Century Bonus included

SATURDAY • July 25, 9 A.M.Gist Gold Buckle Classic

#11 Specialty Roping#11 (with #10 Inc.)#10 (with #9 Inc.)



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2009 July 25-26


Yost ArenaBillings, Montana

INFO

For more information call: Ty Yost 208/863-4310 or [email protected] or the USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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War Bonnet Inn406/248-7761Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: 2343 South Shiloh Road, Billings, MT 59106Exit north at exit 443 off I-90. Turn south on Shiloh Road. Arena is on NE corner of Shiloh and I-90.PRODUCED BY: Yost Events, Inc.STALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







WAR BONNET INNMONTANA CHAMPIONSHIPS

6 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #11, #10 & #9

6 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12

10 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average winners and Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

10 Trophy Leather Halters• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

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SATURDAYJuly 25, 9 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYJuly 26, 9 A.M.#10 All Girl Handicap

Pick 1, Draw 2 or Draw all 3 for $150/roper(#9 team, -1 second; #8 & under, -3 seconds)

#10 (with #9 Inc.)#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


SPONSORS:Nutra-Lix

Classic EquineLiberty Companies

Fuddruckers War Bonnet Inn







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2009


July 31-August 2


Kay Rodgers Park, Harper StadiumFort Smith, Arkansas

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For more information call: Denny Flynn at 479/965-6800 or the USTRC office at 254/968-000

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DIRECTIONS: 4317 North 50th St., Ft. Smith, AR 72901. From I-40 take 540 south, take Kelly Hwy. exit west to 50th St. Go right approximately 1 mile. Arena is on the left.PRODUCED BY: Denny & Lynn FlynnCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle CompanySTALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







WEST ARKANSAS CLASSIC

FRIDAYJuly 31, 9 A.M.Open Pick/Draw(with #15 Inc.)


SATURDAYAugust 1, 9 A.M.Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYAugust 2, 9 A.M.#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw



22 Trophy Gist Buckles• 2nd place Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9• Average and Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 2nd through 5th place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

20 Trophy Saddle Pads • Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9• 3rd place Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9



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Comfort Inn • 479/484-02272120 Burnham Rd., Fort Smith, AR. Rate: $79 for 1 King or 2 Queen beds.Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, in-room microwave, refrigerator, hair dryer, coffee/coffee maker, iron/board, office desk/chair, voice mail,high speed wireless internet, data port telephone, 70 channels of cable including HBO, indoor pool and hot tub, exercise room, sauna and coin operated laundry. Be sure to ask for USTRC roper rates and mention rate code LUSTRC.

Overflow roomsavailable at Aspen Hotel

for $99 or the Hampton Inn

for $114. Call Comfort Inn

for details.







Jr. Looper • Saturday, 7 p.m. • Buckles to winners 5 & under, 6 - 7, 8 - 9 & 10 - 12

Cowboy ChurchSunday Morning 8 a.m. in theGrandstands

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2009July 31-August 2


Western Fair ParkVernal, Utah

INFO

For more information call: Bill Cornia 435/793-5035 or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Jr. Looper • Saturday, 12 noon Buckles to winners 5 & under, 6 - 7, 8 - 9 & 10 - 12

Western Plaza435/789-9550Western Lamplighter435/789-0312Choice Hotelswww.choicesportstravel.comSpecial Rate ID #00214570

DIRECTIONS: 302 East 200 South, Vernal, Utah 84078Downtown Vernal, 2 blocks south, follow signs to Western Fair ParkPRODUCED BY: C & C ProductionsCATTLE PROVIDED BY: C-S Cattle Company STALLS: First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







DALLY FOR DINOSAURS

FRIDAYJuly 31, 10 A.M.Open Pick/Draw

(with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)

Century Bonus includedGold Plus will not start before 6 p.m.

SATURDAYAugust 1, 9 A.M.#12 (with #11 Inc.)#11 (with #10 Inc.)#10 (with #9 Inc.)



10 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• Average winners of the #11, #10, #9 & #8 Pick/Draw• Average winners of the Gold Plus

6 Trophy Gist Buckles• Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 2nd & 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

6 Trophy Martin Breast Collars• Average winners of the #15, #13 & #12


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2009


August 8-9


4-T ArenaBridgeport, West Virginia

INFO

For more information call: John Johnson at 423/340-0640 or Larry Tucker at 304/641-1681or USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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DIRECTIONS: 4-T Arena, Corbin Branch Road, Bridgeport, WV 304/592-0703PRODUCED BY: JX2 Productions - John Johnson / 4-T Arena - Larry TuckerCATTLE PROVIDED BY: Richie HermanSTALLS: 100 stall and RV hook-ups on site. First-come, first-served basis. Stall Reservations accepted from GOLD PLUS members only. Reservations must be made no later than 7 days prior to the event. Call your Gold Plus representative, Shawn Vargas.







MOUNTAINEER CLASSIC

2 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• High Money winner each day (specialty ropings excluded)

18 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average winners of the #12, #11, #10 & #9• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw • Average winners and Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus

10 Trophy Leather Halters• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9

4 Trophy Saddle Pads with Tooled Leathers• Average winners of the #15 & #13


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SATURDAYAugust 8, 9 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)


SUNDAYAugust 9, 9 A.M.#10 (with #9 Inc.)#9 (with #8 Inc.)#8 Pick/Draw


NEW

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2009August 14-16


Z Bar Ranch at Hale Kea ArenaKamuela, Hawaii

INFO

For more information call: Zanga Schutte at 808/960-7772 or the USTRC office at 254/968-0002

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Kamuela Inn808/887-6144

Waimea Country Lodge808/885-4100

DIRECTIONS: 65 1410 Kawaihae Road, Kamuela, HawaiiArena located right at the 58 mile marker.PRODUCED BY: Zanga Schutte / Z Bar RanchCATTLE PROVIDED BY: Z Bar Ranch







THE ISLAND CHAMPIONSHIPS

FRIDAYAugust 14, 9 A.M.Open (with #15 Inc.)#15 Handicap#13 (with #12 Inc.)#12 (with #11 Inc.)

SATURDAYAugust 15, 9 A.M.Gold Plus #12 (with #10 Inc.)




3 Trophy Cowboy Gold Saddles• High Money winner each day

Can only win 1 saddle, (specialty ropings excluded)

22 Trophy Gist Buckles• Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9• Average winners & Incentive Average winners of the Gold Plus• 1st through 3rd place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

12 Trophy Saddle Pads• Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11, #10 & #9• Average winners of the Open

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FLEX EARNINGS/USTRC National Shoot-Outsawarded in the Average ofeach division. Roper Outerwear US Open Tour Points awarded in Average of the Open.

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#15 Warm Up Roping Thursday, August 13Books open at 2 p.m. • Rope at 3 p.m.

5 steer progressive after 1 • $150/roper • Enter 4 times

ISLAND SPECIALFORMAT #2Cash OnlyOpen with #15 Incentive: Entry fee: $150/roper. Enter 2 times,any combination of Incentive or Non-Incentive. 5-steer/Progressive after 2.






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• 1st – 3rd place Average winners of the #15, #13, #12, #11, #10 and #9

• 1st place Incentive Average winners of the #13, #12, #11 and #10• 1st – 5th place Average winners of the #8 Pick/Draw

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Format 1Open: The Open is an optional roping for the producer and the prize line in the Open is optional. Open Points will only be awarded toteams qualifying to the short round.

Option 1• $150 per roper• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• 5-head average with the Incentive deter min edon 4-head• # 15 Incentive• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receive Reg ion al Shoot-Outs• Must qualify to Short Round to receive points

Option 2 (Open Pick/Draw)• $250 per roper• Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computerdrawn • No header with a classification number lessthan 6 or no heeler with a classification numberless than 8 may enter• Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 Openruns, 2 Incentive runs or one each• Ropers may enter as Open team or Incentiveteam for a maximum of one entry• #15 Incentive• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Outs

#15 Handicap• Entry fee $150 per roper• Enter 2 times • 5-head average • Progressive after 1• 1st in Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd in Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• #14 team will receive a 2-second handicap• #13 and under team will receive a 4-secondhandicap

Gold Plus #12• Gold Plus Members 21 and older• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• $150 Per roper• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #10 Incentive• Progressive after 1• 1st-3rd Main Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs• 1st-3rd Incentive Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs

#13, #12, #11 and #10 • $150 per roper • Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)

• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #12 Incentive in the #13; #11 Incentive in the#12; #10 Incentive in the #11 • #9 Incentive in the #10 (Incentive is capped at a#5)• Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• 1st in Incentive Average of the #13, #12, #11 and#10 – Regional Shoot-Outs• #10 Only – Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#9• $150 per roper • #5 cap – No roper over a #5 will be allowed torope• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #8 Incentive • Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs • 1st in Incentive Average – National Shoot-Outs• Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw For Novice Ropers Only• No roper with a classification number above #4will be allowed to enter this roping• Top 30 qualified teams to short round• No team lower than a #5 will be drawn togetherand a #7 team will receive 2-seconds off & #6 &under team will receive 3 seconds off. These“seconds off” will be subtracted after the secondround

Option 1• $150 per roper • 3-head average• Progressive after 1• 1st-5th in the Average will receive NationalShoot-Outs• Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partnersOr Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners

Option 2• $100 per roper• 3-head average• Progressive after 1• 1st-5th in the Average will receive NationalShoot-Outs• Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 1 partnerOr Enter without a partner and draw 2 partners

Format 2Open: The Open is an optional roping for the producer and the prize line in the Open is optional. Open Points will only be awarded toteams qualifying to the short round.

Option 1• $150 per roper• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• 5-head average with the Incentive determin ed

on 4-head• #15 Incentive• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Out • Must qualify to Short Round to receive points

Option 2 (Open Pick / Draw)• $200 per roper• Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computerdrawn • No Header with a classification number lessthan 6 or no heeler with a classification numberless than 8 may enter• Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 Openruns, 2 Incentive runs or one each• Ropers may enter as Open team or Incentiveteam for a maximum of one entry• #15 Incentive• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Outs

#15 Handicap• Entry fee $100 per roper• Enter 3 times• 5-head average • Progressive after 1 • 1st in Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd in Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• #14 team will receive a 2-second handicap• #13 and under team will receive a 4-secondhandicap

Gold Plus #12• Gold Plus Members 21 and older• Enter 3 times any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 3 entries)• $100 per roper• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #10 Incentive• Progressive after 1• 1st-3rd Main Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs• 1st-3rd Incentive Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs

#13, #12, #11 and #10 • $100 per roper • Enter 3 times any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 3 entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determinedon 3-head• #12 Incentive in the #13; #11 Incentive in the#12; #10 Incentive in the #11 • #9 Incentive in the #10 (Incentive is capped ata #5)• Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• 1st in Incentive Average of the #13, #12, #11 and

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#10 – Regional Shoot-Outs• #10 Only – Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#9• $100 per roper • #5 cap – No roper over a #5 will be allowed torope• Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentiveand/or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #8 Incentive • Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs • 1st in Incentive Average – National Shoot-Outs• Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw For Novice Ropers Only• No roper with a classification number above #4will be allowed to enter this roping• Top 30 qualified teams to short round• No team lower than a #5 will be drawntogether and a #7 team will receive 2-seconds off& #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off.These “seconds off” will be subtracted after thesecond round



Format 3Open: The Open is an optional roping for theproducer and the prize line in the Open isoptional. Open Points will only be awarded toteams qualifying to the short round.

Option 1• $150 per roper• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• 5-head average with the Incentive determinedon 4-head• #15 Incentive• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Out • Must qualify to Short Round to receive points

Option 2 (Open Pick / Draw)• $200 per roper• Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computerdrawn

• No header with a classification number lessthan 6 or no heeler with a classification numberless than 8 may enter• Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 Openruns, 2 Incentive runs or one each• Ropers may enter as Open team or Incentiveteam for a maximum of one entry• #15 Incentive• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Outs

#15 Handicap• Entry fee $80 per roper• Enter 3 times• 5-head average • Progressive after 1 • 1st in Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd in Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• #14 team will receive a 2-second handicap• #13 and under team will receive a 4-secondhandicap

Gold Plus #12• Gold Plus Members 21 and older• Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• $100 per roper• 4-head average with the Incentive determin don 3-head• #10 Incentive• Progressive after 1• 1st-3rd Main Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs• 1st-3rd Incentive Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs

#13, #12, #11 and #10 • $80 per roper • Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determin don 3-head• #12 Incentive in the #13; #11 Incentive in the#12; #10 Incentive in the #11 • #9 Incentive in the #10 (Incentive is capped ata #5)• Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• 1st in Incentive Average of the #13, #12, #11 and#10 – Regional Shoot-Outs• #10 Only – Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#9• $80 per roper • #5 cap – No roper over a #5 will be allowed torope• Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentiveand/or Non-Incentive (maximum of 3 entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #8 Incentive • Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs

• 1st in Incentive Average – National Shoot-Outs• Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#8 Pick/Draw For Novice Ropers Only• No roper with a classification number above #4will be allowed to enter this roping• Top 30 qualified teams to short round• No Team lower than a #5 will be drawntogether and a #7 team will receive 2 seconds off& #6 & under team will receive 3 seconds off.These “seconds off” will be subtracted after thesecond round




Option 1• $150 per roper• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• # 15 Incentive• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Out • Must qualify to Short Round to receive points

Option 2 (Open Pick / Draw)• $200 per roper• Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computerdrawn • No header with a classification number lessthan 6 or no heeler with a classification numberless than 8 may enter• Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 Openruns, 2 Incentive runs or one each• Ropers may enter as Open team or Incentiveteam for a maximum of one entry• #15 Incentive• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Outs




Gold Plus #12• Gold Plus Members 21 and older• Enter 3 times any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• $100 per roper• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #10 Incentive• Progressive after 1• 1st-3rd Main Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs• 1st-3rd Incentive Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs

#13, #12, #11 and #10 • $60 per roper • Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #12 Incentive in the #13; #11 Incentive in the#12; #10 Incentive in the #11 • #9 Incentive in the #10 (Incentive is capped ata #5)• Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• 1st in Incentive Average of the #13, #12, #11 and#10 – Regional Shoot-Outs• #10 Only – Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#9• $60 per roper • #5 cap – No roper over a #5 will be allowed torope• Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #8 Incentive• Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs • 1st in Incentive Average – National Shoot-Outs• Top 30 qualified teams to short round


Option 1• $150 per roper • 3-head average

• Progressive after 1• 1st-5th in the Average will receive NationalShoot-Outs• Enter 1 time with a partner and draw 2 partnersOr Enter without a partner and draw 3 partners



Option 1• $150 per roper• Enter 2 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (maximum of 2 entries)• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• # 15 Incentive• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Out • Must qualify to Short Round to receive points

Option 2 (Open Pick / Draw)• $200 per roper• Enter with 1 partner and 1 will be computerdrawn • No header with a classification number lessthan 6 or no heeler with a classification numberless than 8 may enter• Depending on draw, ropers may have 2 Openruns, 2 Incentive runs or one each• Ropers may enter as Open team or Incentiveteam for a maximum of one entry• #15 Incentive• 5-head average with the Incentive determin edon 4-head• Progressive after 2• US Open Tour Points awarded through 10th inthe Average• 1st in the Incentive Average will receiveRegional Shoot-Outs


Gold Plus #12• Gold Plus Members 21 and older• Enter 3 times, any combination of Incentive

and/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 3 Entries)• $100 per roper• 4-head average with the Incentive determin edon 3-head• #10 Incentive• Progressive after 1• 1st-3rd Main Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs• 1st-3rd Incentive Average – Gold Plus Shoot-Outs

#13, #12, #11 and #10 • $60 per roper • Enter 4 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 4 Entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determinedon 3-head• #12 Incentive in the #13; #11 Incentive in the#12; #10 Incentive in the #11 • #9 Incentive in the #10 (Incentive is capped ata #5)• Progressive after 1• 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs• 1st in Incentive Average of the #13, #12, #11 and#10 – Regional Shoot-Outs• #10 Only – Top 30 qualified teams to short round

#9• $60 per roper • #5 cap – No roper over a #5 will be allowed torope• Enter 4 times, any combination of Incentiveand/ or Non-Incentive (Maximum of 4 Entries)• 4-head average with the Incentive determinedon 3-head• #8 Incentive• Progressive after 1 • 1st in Main Average – National Shoot-Outs• 2nd-3rd Main Average – Regional Shoot-Outs • 1st in Incentive Average – National Shoot-Outs• Top 30 qualified teams to short round





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Sanctioned Open Events

National Finals OpenPreliminary Points Count

For Next Season

Regional Finals

US Open ChampionshipsPoints count for

current year standings

For the 2009 season there will be two ways to qualify for the US Open Championships.

1st - 10 points2nd - 9 points3rd - 8 points4th - 7 points5th - 6 points6th - 5 points7th - 4 points8th - 3 points9th - 2 points

10th - 1 points


10th - 2 points


10th - 2 points


10th - 3 points

Season Dates: Begins September 6, 2008 and ends September 9, 2009.All USTRC Sanctioned Open Divisions count.

US OPEN TOUR CHAMPIONSHIPS

• Points Only for: #7 and above headers; #8 and above heelers. Points do not carry over from season to season.

• Ropers must qualify to Short-Round to be eligible for points.• Point ties will be broken on money won at season end.• Roper US Open: 6-head; 5 full rounds; Top 20 teams

qualify to the short round.

• Will crown a US Open Tour Champion Header and Heeler (most points accumulated during the year) and a US Open NationalChampion Header and Heeler (Average winners of the US OpenChampionships). Personal earnings count, but not for the US Open Team Roping Finals. They may be used for any other Shoot-Out.

2. Attend a minimum of 8 sanctioned event Open ropings. Event attendance starts September 6, 2008 and ends September 9, 2009.

1. Top 60 headers and top 60 heelers automatically qualify. Points will beawarded in the main Average only according to the following charts.

SuperLooper Photo of the Year Contest

Each month, we’ll pick one photo for the magazine’s cover and the winning photographer will be awarded a $200 cash prize.

At the end of the year, a $2,000 grand prize will be awarded to the photo chosen SuperLooper Photo of the Year.

Readers can help select the grand-prize winner by voting for their favoritephoto on the USTRC website at the end of the year.

The photo contest is open to everyone, with the exclusion of Equibrandemployees and their families. Photos need not be limited to team ropingruns; however, we do want to stay with the “Western way of life” theme.

No more than two (2) photos can be submitted per month and thesubmitted photos must be related to team roping, rodeo or the Westernlifestyle. Entries must be high-resolution digital photos, preferably verticalorientation to better fit the cover of the magazine (8" x 10" – 300 dpi or atleast 3 mega-pixels). By submitting the photo(s), the photographer releasesthe photo rights to Western Sports Publishing. All photos must be submittedto the Western Sports office by the eighth of the month prior to issue date. (example: for February 2008 issue, deadline is January 8, 2008.)

Photos can be emailed to [email protected]. For more info on the SuperLooper Photo of the Year contest, please call 505/899-1870 x 107.

Jr. LooperAnswers

The winner of this month’s coverphoto contest is Leah McFadden. Shewas able to capture this great shot fromthe top of a trailer at a local team ropingevent near her home in Alberta, Canada.McFadden will win $200, for the Junecover contest and her photo will beentered in the SuperLooper Photo of theYear contest $2,000 grand prize at the end of the year.

There have been hundreds of photos sent in since the beginningof the year and we want to say thanks for taking the time out to sendus your favorite shots. We encourage you to keep them comingthroughout the year for your chance to win. We want to also remindyou that you can send in up to two photos per month for the contest.In addition, each photo submitted will remain in the contest untilthe end of the year if not chosen as one of the monthly winners ofthe contest.

Congratulations

MAGICSQUARE

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USTRC JR. LOOPEREVENT LOCATOR

150 (Total fuel charge one way)x 2 (Going to and from the roping)

= $300 (Total amount of fuel for entire trip)

$300 (Total amount of fuel for entire trip)÷ 4 (Number of ropers traveling together)

= $75 (Each ropers share of the fuel charges)

5 Indiana Classic1 Iowa Championships6 Red Desert Classic

7 North Arkansas Classic8 Western Colorado4 West Texas Championships2 Lasso Del Norte3 North Carolina Championships

1. Southwest

2.High Plains3. West Coast4. Southeast

5. LoneStar6. Eastern7. Northwest

WORDSCRAMBLE

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Nebraska Championships . . . . . . . .204North Arkansas Classic . . . . . . . . . .197North Carolina Championships . . . . .198Oklahoma Championships . . . . . . . .201Pacific Coast Classic . . . . . . . . . . . .207Red Desert Classic . . . . . . . . . . . . .200South Dakota Championships . . . . .202The Island Championships . . . . . . . .212West Arkansas Classic . . . . . . . . . . .209West Texas Championships . . . . . . . . . . .195

USTRC Formats-2009 . . . . . . . . . . . .213-216USTRC Membership Application . . . . . .44-45USTRC Regional Finals:

Eastern Regional Finals . . . . . . . .64-65LoneStar Regionals . . . . . . . . . . .54-55Southwest Regional Finals . . . . . .56-57West Coast Regional Finals . . . . . . . . .52-53

USTRC Sponsors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

VViking Roping Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . .146

WWalt Woodard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141World Team Roping

Productions . . .164-165, 167, 168-169

XXIT Rangers Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

ZZD Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178Zamora Roping Productions . . . .161, 171

T$2.24 Million Dollar

Bailout Roping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193TLC Animal Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Team Equine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122Texas Bar S Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . .122Texas Horseshoeing School . . . . . . . . .146Texas Stampede Headquarters . . . . . .188The Corrector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Titan Trailer Mfg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Tony Lama Boot Company . . . . . . . . . .35Trucks West of New Mexico . . . . . . . . .123Tuley Ropings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163

UU.S. Smokeless Tobacco . . . . . . . . . . . .17Used Trailers.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147USTRC Entry Forms:

Eastern Regionals Preliminary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67-68Eastern Regionals Shoot-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69-70Regionals Preliminary . . . . . . . . . . . .59-60Regionals Shoot-Out . . . . . . . . . . . . .61-62

USTRC Events:Blackhawk Championships . . . . . . .203Colorado Championships . . . . . . . . .205Dally for Dinosaurs . . . . . . . . . . . . .210Gist Gold Buckle Classic . . . . . . . . .206Iowa Championships . . . . . . . . . . . .196Lasso Del Norte . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199Montana Championships . . . . . . . . .208Mountaineer Classic . . . . . . . . . . . .211

AAlbracht Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . .139Ed Allen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153Ayres Rope Horses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

BBean Tool & Die . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147Bloomer Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41Broken Horn Productions . . . . . . . . . .162Colt Bruegman Ropings . . . . . . . . . . .181Businessman Team Roping . . . . . . . . .148

CC-C Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170Case IH Tractors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Cattle For Lease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Champ Maker 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136Champion’s Choice Buckles . . . . . . . . .145Classic Equine . . . . . . . . . . .77, 192, 219Classic Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107, 125Clovis Livestock Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . .5Corriente Saddle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39Cowboy Classic Saddlery . . . . . . . . . .138Cowboy Collection Productions . .158, 159Cowboy Gear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Cowboy Pipe & Tube Company . . . . . .146

DD. J. Reveal, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147Dally Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217Dodge Rodeo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218Double C Cattle Company . . . . . . . . . .157

EEquibrand . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89, 133, 143Equibrand/Cashel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66John Ewing Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

F4-M Welding, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145FarmTek, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80Fastback Rope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Fear Not

Roping Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . .189First Equine Professionals . . . . . . . . . . .88Fisher Rodeo Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . .147Forty Plus Team Roping

Championships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

GGet Your Hooey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Gilchriest Calf Chutes . . . . . . . . . . . . .106Gist Silversmiths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Global Christian Children’s Network . . .154Rickey Green Roping Video . . . . . . . . . .25

HHD Roping Productions . . . . . . . . . . .179Hatco, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135Heel-O-Matic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Heritage Performance Gloves . . . . . . .220Herring Saddle Company . . . . . . . . . .145High Stakes Roping . . . . . . . . . .190-191High Wood Rodeo Association . . . . . . . .89Hot Heels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81John Hudson Rope Horses . . . . . . . . . .146Hy O Silver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

IIntervet, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Invitational Team Roping Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150, 151

JJ X 2 Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .182J Z S Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Justin Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147

KK I D Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139

LL C I Livestock Insurance . . . . . . . . . .120L & H Manufacturing Co. . . . . . . . . . .121Lightning R Rope Horses . . . . . . . . . .147Lil Blue Heeler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Lucas Metal Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142

MM & R Roping Productions . . . . .146, 184MBNA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137Martin Saddlery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Master Saddles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117Mathers Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120Mathews Land &

Cattle Co. . . . . . . . .160, 172, 186, 187Maynard Buckles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192Metro Gate & Mfg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103Clint Mortenson Silver & Saddles . . . .146

NNational Roper’s Supply . . . . . . . . .6, 133

OOklahoma State

Horseshoeing School . . . . . . . . . . . .147On Fire Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152

PParma Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Priefert Manufacturing Co., Inc. . . . . . .194

RRattler Ropes, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . .63, 95Red River Portable Arenas . . . . . . . . .111Revolution Rope Company . . . . . . . . . .11Rimrock Spurs & Bits . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Rocky Mountain Clothing Co. . . . . . . . . .3Rodeo West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122Rope-O-Matic Systems, Inc. . . . . . . . .173Rope Smart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Rope The Rockies . . . . . . . .155, 174, 180Rope The Ozarks . . . . . . . . .176-177, 185Ropers Quick Rope Release . . . . . . . .147Ropers Sports News . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134Royal Horn Wrap Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . .147

SS & S Roping Productions . . . . . . . . .166ST Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156Sedan Roundup Club . . . . . . . . . . . . .154Shelley Productions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156Silver Lining Herbal

Equine Supplements . . . . . . . . . . . . .43Southwest Equine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84Standing Bar G Productions . . . . . . . .142Steer Crazy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Stinger Ropes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146Burl Stewart Invitational . . . . . . . . . . .175Straight Up Productions . . . . . . . . . . .183

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