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8 2011 Fashions Hit TheArena Floor

6 Brazile Becomes PRCA’s First $4 Million Cowboy

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t’s hard to say whether it isironic or absolutely fitting that

Trevor Brazile became ProRodeo’sfirst $4-million cowboy May 14with his steer roping winnings atthe Butterfield Stage Days.Brazile’s steer roping earnings

represent the smallest portion ofhis $4,000,397 – less than aquarter – but it was in steer ropingthat he earned his first NationalFinals berth (1997) and where heearned his first gold buckle in anindividual event (2006).And then there is the matter of

the way Brazile is building up hisvery substantial lead in the 2011all-around world standings.His $46,548 in steer roping is

not only more than he has earnedin either tie-down roping($25,305) or team roping($32,255), it is more money thanhas been earned by the worldstandings leaders in steerwrestling, team roping (heading

or heeling), saddle bronc ridingand tie-down roping.“That really isn’t a surprise,”

Brazile said of how he reachedthe milestone, “since the bulk ofthe money I’ve won this yearhas come in steer roping. Asironic as it seems, I’d bet that Iwin more money per rodeo inthe steer roping than I do in anyother event. It’s just a greatevent for me.”Bridgeport was his fourth

major steer roping title of theseason, following the SanAntonio Stock Show & Rodeo,the SandHills Stock Show &Rodeo in Odessa, Texas, and lastweek’s Guymon (Okla.) PioneerDays Rodeo.Thanks, in no small measure,

to the prize money infusion inthe San Antonio steer ropingevent this year, Brazile seemswell on his way to shattering theyear-old record for single-season

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earnings in the event. He alreadyholds the single-season earningsrecords for the all-around and forteam roping headers.The 14-time world champion

has career totals of $1,917,529 intie-down roping, $1,157,345 inteam roping and $925,523 insteer roping.“I never imagined winning $4

million,” Brazile said. “I wasrodeoing with Roy (Cooper)when he crossed $2 million, sothat was the number I dreamedabout for a lot of years. I justthink it’s cool that I can win thistype of money with a rope inmy hand.“The world championships are

great – don’t get me wrong – butthe money means a lot, becausethat’s how I support my family. Itmeans that I don’t have to go outand get a real job and just try torodeo as a hobby.”At Bridgeport, Brazile won

the first round of the steerroping in 10.0 seconds, finishedsecond to Vin Fisher Jr. in thesecond round (9.4 to Fisher’sbrilliant 8.8) and won the three-head average with a time of 33.7seconds. Brazile and partnerPatrick Smith finished third inthe team roping, and the $1,211each received in that eventallowed Brazile to claim the all-around title with total earningsof $5,652.His 2011 all-around total of

$104,108 puts him over the$100,000 mark for the 14thconsecutive season and increaseshis lead over second-place CodyOhl to more than $73,000.Brazile has surpassed $200,000 ineach of the last 10 years (2001-2010) and $300,000 in each ofthe last five.He was the youngest

contestant to reach the $2million milestone (July 2006) andthe first to reach $3 million(December 2008) before thislatest accomplishment.“I really don’t keep up with

the money milestones until I hearthat I’m close to reaching one,”

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Brazile said. “But I definitelywant to stay on track and be thefirst guy to $5 million now.Hopefully, I can earn that nextmillion as quick or quicker thanthe last. That’s the great thing

about numbers like these. Notonly is it good for me, but it’sgood for the sport thatsomebody can win this type ofmoney – and it just keepsgetting better.” K

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HooeySummer is here and HOOey has

plenty of new styles to keep youcomfortably hip. Now carryingoptions for guys, girls, and kids,HOOey continues to lead the wayfor progressive headwear and shirtdesign. For you bull and bronc ridingenthusiasts, check out HOOey’s fastgrowing sister brand, Roughy. Formore choices and a list of storesacross the U.S. and Canada, visitwww.getyourhooey.com.

Cowgirl TuffTuff and Meadors Team up!

Tuff Company is excited tointroduce Angie Meadors aspart of the Tuff Team. Six timeNFR qualifier, trainer andmodel, Meadors is running fullspeed ahead with CowgirlTuff; a leading Westernfashion brand. Meadors is agreat fit with her outgoingpersonality and her love for theproduct and fashion forward style.

While Meadors is excited tostart this new journey, Lisa Bollin,founder and designer of CowgirlTuff also expresses herexcitement. “As this company is adream come true, it is also adream to have Angie become partof the Tuff Team,” explains Bollin.“Angie has a true hand withhorses and lives the lifestyle of a

real American Cowgirl. Whatbetter person to help represent thebrand than someone who not onlylives the lifestyle, but has acontagious positive attitude,”explains Bollin.

Cowgirl Tuff and the men’s B.Tuff Jeans are available now inWestern apparel storesnationwide. To find a retailer nearyou, visit www.cowgirltuff.comand www.btuffjeans.com. Followthem on Facebook and Twitter.

B. Tuff JeansTuff Guys Look GoodCowgirl Tuff meets B. Tuff.

Cowgirl Tuff Co. introduces anew men’sline, B. TuffJeans. Themakers ofCowgirl Tuffdesigned anew men’sjean thatwoman can’tstop talkingabout and mencan’t stopwearing. “B.Tuff jeans canwithstand thecowboy wayof life and yet still be trendyenough for a night out on thetown,” explains Lisa Bollin,founder and designer ofCowgirl Tuff Co.

B. Tuff jeans have beendeveloped with the same highquality denim, attention todetail and comfort as CowgirlTuff Jeans. They’re built tostand up to the real-life workof the outdoorsman, farmer,cowboy and everyday man.

B. Strong, B. Real, B. TUFF!

B. Tuff Jeans are availablenow in Western apparelstores nationwide. To find aretailer near you, visitwww.btuffjeans.com.

Summer is here and that means arena floors all across the country are filled with cowboys and cowgirls,riding, roping and racing. Without a doubt, the world of rodeo is abuzz with excitement and the summertimefun is only beginning. The past several years have seen a huge influx of new fashion styles hitting the rodeoscene. The years of denim are in full swing with styles that are showcased not only on the arena dirt, but canbe matched up against any fashion atop catwalks at fashions shows anywhere in the world.

The ‘bling’ of the hip pockets the feel of today’s compete in and the quality of material have been marketedby companies who are capitalizing on the tradition of Wild West fashion.

There is no doubt cowgirls are the main market of these new styles, but men, don’t think you are left out.There are more and more styles coming out manufactured just for you. Look ahead and see the many newfashions hitting shelves and racks at Western wear stores, at feed, tack and livestock dealers all across thecountry. You can bet you will find a style that fits your attitude!

Cruel GirlThere’s a favored part in

every girl that makes her feelconfident. Itcould be thecurves in herhips, herpiercing eyes,or the flip ofher hair…Orsomething muchdeeper, such asthe strength ofher will, her lightheartedattitude or her wittyintelligence. Each Cruel Girl collection

lives to highlight yourconfidence. Our “cruel” designrecipe mixes a meancombination of sassy, sexy,independent and authenticqualities.A Cruel Girl knows who she

is, where she came from and isdetermined to get where she isgoing. There’s no denying hercompetitive nature, whether itbe in the arena or on thebattlegrounds of fashion. Soarm yourself. Cruel Girl denimpossesses an independent spiritand a confidence that can’t be crushed.

Our Jeans - Your body - A CruelCombinationNew Jean Collections

ShawnaFit: Slim or RelaxedWaist/Rise: LowestLeg: 19” leg opening, slim hip &thigh, flare legFinish: Medium stonewashCruel Attributes: 11.75oz denim,stretch, chevrons, hand sanding,permanganate, grinding,destruction, tacking, tint.

NinaFit: SlimWaist/Rise: Lowest Rise Leg: Slim hip and thigh, 18 “ legopening, bootcut legFinish: Light stonewashCruel Attributes: 11.75 oz denim,Hand sanding, destruction,creases, whiskers, grinding, rip & repair.

RosalieFit: Slim or RelaxedWaist/Rise: Low RiseLeg: Slim or Relaxed Hip & Thigh,wide leg, 20” leg openingFinish: Dark StonewashCruel Attributes: hand sanding,whiskers, tacking, grinding,12.25oz denim.

PetrolDesigned for the next generation.

Petrol is a California-inspiredfashion collection that combinesWest Coast edge with Westernflair. Founded in 2004, our mission


is to develop a cutting edgeapparel collection that capturesthe personality and character ofthe next generation customer. Aswe see it, a little Country and alittle Rock and Roll.With decades of experience

under our belt, denim is deep

within our blood. Our premiumdenim jeans all boast animpeccably flattering fit, coolvintage washes, and areindividually hand finished toperfection. Before you know it,Petrol will become your favoritepair of jeans.Petrol invites everyone to visit

our Facebook page, for a chance towin free Petrol products! You canalso get the latest update on Petrolproducts, events or news atwww.petrol-jeans.com

Cinch JeansNew Inside The World of Team Roping

USTRC’s National Finals TitleSponsor, Cinch Jeans is offeringtwo new styles for team ropersand horsemen and womeneverywhere. These new stylesgive Cinch jeans a heads up in themarket and everyone can enjoythese great new fashions whileknowing they are riding on thecomfort, fit and quality that onlyCinch offers.Check out these new styles as

well as the many great standardstyles offered by Cinch Jeans.

Dally NEW!

Be sure to rope in this greatnew dark rinse jean! The newDally is based on the popularDooley fit but has great newfinishing details that keep itinnovative. Awesome tacking,whiskers and permanganate arejust a few of the extras built intothis outrageous new denim.

Logan NEW!

The Logan has a relaxed waistand fitted hip with the CINCHmid rise. This popular fit haswhiskers, grinding and tacking.This jean is the epitome of fashionmeets comfort.

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Cowboy Militia

Like so many legends, it beganwith a lone rebel - young,competitive, defiant, a maverick.He embodied the Cowboyarchetype and sported a take-no-prisoners attitude. And whetheron the road or in the arena, hetook it to the extreme, drawing a

loyal following just asdetermined to push thelimits. One man became amovement.That movement is

Cowboy Militia.The Cowboy attitude

exists in those that live it tothe max, that defy the odds,that compete to defeat. It’s

in the champions whose will tosucceed overrides every challengethat’s thrown their way, whoalways have their hammer cocked.For those who push it to the

limit, to risk it all, the Cowboy isin you.Become a part of the Militia.

Iron Horse Jeans New Fall Fashion Denim Men’sand Women’s Line

It’s back to the future with thefall season of premium denimready to roll at Iron Horse Jeans.You’ll love our new Mens’additions, six in all, with thefocus on either slim fits withhigher rises or relaxed fits thatstop at the natural waist as well,all in a non-stretch dark premiumwash with a distinctly Fiftiesvintage feel. Higher rises meansmore types of men will feel

comfortable inIron Horsejeans,widening therange ofcustomerappeal-all

Wrangler® Wrangler Launches New Premium PerformanceCowboy Cut JeanNew Jean Offers More Comfort,Longer Lasting Denim and theSame Classic Style

The iconic American denimbrand – Wrangler® WesternWear – announced today thelaunch of its PremiumPerformance Cowboy Cut jean.The new jean, style 47MWZ, isan update to the classic13MWZstyle wornand lovedby cowboyssince 1947.The 47MWZis designedwith extraroom in thewaist and thigharea to create amorecomfortable fitwithoutsacrificing style,as well as aring spunbroken twilldenim that lasts 20 percent longer. The Premium Performance

Cowboy Cut launch will besupported with high impact in-store displays, retailerpromotions and nationaladvertising support. Television,print, radio and on-lineadvertising will create WranglerWestern Wear’s most expansivenew product launch ever. The Premium Performance

Cowboy Cut jean will hit theshelves of western retailersnationwide this fall. The jeanwill be available in threewashes and a variety of sizesand inseams. Please visitwww.wranglerwestern.com to keep up with brand news.Follow Wrangler Western onFacebook, www.facebook.com/wranglerwestern.

people who know that IronHorse builds them “anvil tough!” New fits in Women’s jeans

include one of the hottest itemson the market, “jeggings,” theperfect cross between jeans andleggings. Roseland and Agendagive that leg hugging profile thatgirls and women want so theycan slip on their favorite bootswith ease. Next watch for“Everest,” a new hybrid jeanbased on our most popularwomen’s fit, the Havana, pairedwith a higher rise. It’s whatwomen have been asking for allalong: more support, a flatteringtummy, and a natural waist.Exciting surface treatments inWomen’s jeans feature greatcombinations of destruction andlace, sending the message thatthe wearer is both tough andfeminine. We all know who sheis—today’s woman on the go. Iron Horse Jeans has taken the

lead in denim fashions for everylifestyle. We’re all about reachingthe widest market with jeans nomatter what you do or where youlive. It’s about attitude—urban orrural, your best life lived now——in Iron Horse jeans. Contact: Mark Wentura-

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Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment andWrangler Team RopingChampionships Join Forces

Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipmentis proud to announce they are theexclusive Farm and Ranch EquipmentSponsor for the Wrangler TeamRoping Championships and willprovide equipment and prizes forWTRC Events. Tarter and theWrangler Team RopingChampionships have signed a multi-year sponsorship between the two companies.

“This is an excellent fit for both ofthese organizations,” says DennisTryan, WTRC president. “Tarter haslaunched an excellent line ofAmerican-made roping and arenaequipment. The WTRC and itsmembers can really benefit from usingthis equipment.”

Dale Sorge, rodeo product managerfor Tarter, says, “The WTRC and itsmembers are an ideal group for thiskind of partnership. They representthousands of dedicated ropers of alllevels from all over the country,especially in the Northwest. This is an ideal hookup for our twoorganizations.”

Tarter Farm and Ranch Equipment,a 66-year-old farm and ranchequipment company withmanufacturing locations in Kentuckyand Utah, is one of the largest andoldest manufacturers of its kind in thecountry. Tarter manufactures over 950different products across 10 categoriesfor the farm and ranch enthusiast, andtheir new rodeo/arena equipment linehas taken the country by storm.www.tarterfarmandranch.com

The Wrangler Team RopingChampionships is the largest teamroping association in the northernUnited States, with a membershipbase of over 8,000. Every year, WTRC

produces over 60 team roping eventsculminating in an average of 5,100teams competing in the WTRC Finalsin Billings, Montana.www.wranglertrc.com

For more information, contact DaleSorge at Tarter Farm and Ranch, (701)220-7510, [email protected],or Dennis Tryan, WTRC, (406) 348-2460,[email protected]

Pro Equine Products™Supports Texas High Schooland Junior High SchoolRodeo Finals

Pro Equine Products is proud toannounce sponsorship of both theTexas High School Finals in Abilene,June 12-18, and Texas Junior HighSchool Finals in Gonzales, May 29-June 4, 2011. More than 150 regionalhigh school rodeos are heldthroughout Texas, and an additional125 regional competitions target thejunior high crowd. The goal of bothorganizations is to preserve westernheritage and promote youtheducation. Scholarships are awardedto talented seniors, and all youth areeligible to win prizes at events andgain valuable life skills while betteringtheir horsemanship.

Bob Travis, Pro Equine ProductsGeneral Manager, states, “We are sohappy to be able to support the youthof Texas and instill the legacy of rodeofor the next generation. Best of luck toeveryone!” Pro Equine Products willbe providing Ultra Sport™ Boots orRelentless™ All-Around Sport Bootsto the winners in every event.

Based in Pleasanton, Texas, ProEquine Products is a premiermanufacturer of equine leg protectionand apparel for multiple equinedisciplines. To meet the Pro Teammembers, watch videos, downloadour product catalog, sign up forpromotions and newsletters, or formore information, visitwww.proequineproducts.com.

Miss Rodeo America, Inc.Announces New Locationand Dates For Pageant

This year’s Miss Rodeo AmericaPageant will be hosted by the MGMGrand Hotel & Casino and the dateshave been changed to coincide withthe Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

Rodeo America, Inc. announcedtoday that it will be moving the 57thAnnual Miss Rodeo America Pageantto the MGM Grand Hotel andCasino this year. The dates for thisyear’s pageant will also change tobetter coincide with the WranglerNational Finals Rodeo.

“Our entire organization is veryexcited about the move to the MGMGrand and the opportunities itpresents our pageant.” said RaeanaWadhams, Executive Director ofMiss Rodeo America, Inc. “Thelocation of the property at the heartof the Las Vegas strip will provideadditional excitement to our pageantactivities and provide those whoattend our pageant with more to seeand do in Vegas.”

This year’s pageant will begin onSaturday, December 3 with thecoronation of Miss Rodeo America2012 set for the afternoon ofDecember 10. “We hope that havingour pageant overlap with the WNFRwill allow more people who attendthe world’s best rodeo to attendsome of our pageant events.” saidTracy Damrell, President of MissRodeo America, Inc. “We have somany events and our schedule thisyear will allow people to see parts ofour pageant and the rodeoperformances during the same week.We’re also excited about crowningthe new Miss Rodeo America on thesame day the PRCA WorldChampions are determined.”

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Tiedown and Women’sOpen BreakawayMembership $100(Members from states otherthan Texas, Oklahoma,Louisiana, and New Mexico are $75)

A USCRA membership allows ropers to compete at all regular USCRA ropings and gives ropers theopportunity to compete at the year endSemi-Finals and Showdown Finals. Aroper that wins first or second in theAverage at a USCRA roping earns ashowdown position to rope at the2011 Showdown Finals. TheShowdown Finals will host ropings inthe EE, 00 #1, #2, Open, and Women’sOpen Breakaway divisions. Addedmoney will be collected from entryfees at all USCRA produced ropings for the Showdown Finals.

AttentionOpen Ropers and Open Breakaway Ropers

Open Tiedown - One dollar per roper from the stockcontractor and one dollar per roper from the USCRA producerwill be collected for every roper in the EE, 00, #1 and #2throughout the season This money will be added to the OpenShowdown Finals. The added money collected does not comefrom the EE, 00, #1, and #2 pot. This money is coming out of he stock contractor and producer’s pocket.

Women’s Open Breakaway - One dollar per roper from thestock contractor and one dollar per roper from the USCRAproducer will be collected for every roper in the breakawayroping throughout the season. This money will be added to the Women’s Open Breakaway Showdown Finals.

2011 Membership Types

Attention #2 Ropers Changes for the 2011 SeasonRopers 40 years of age and older that have not been in the top

50 final standings of the PRCA for the last 4 years, are eligible torope in the #2 roping. Age is as of December 31, 2011.

K The Open roping ShowdownFinals will only have 26 ropers.They will be roping for a$3,000 saddle and as of June 1 -$1,824 added money. Only 12more positions available.

K In the EE and 00 roping it isonly a one-second penalty fornot getting your calf up.

K Firecracker 5-Header is comingup in Stephenville, TX July 2, 3,

and 4, 2011. Tod Slone Saddlesto the Average winners of theEE, 00, #1, and #2 ropings.There will be $500 Added tothe Open tiedown and theWomen’s Breakaway.

K W.E.B. Memorial Calf Roping inDenton, TX July 16 and 17,2011. Trophy Saddle to thehigh money winner of any #1roping. There will be $1,000Added to the EE, 00, and #1.

Buckle to the average winner ofeach roping.

K Just Catchem* 4 out of the 6 EEropings this year, if you caught all of your calves, youautomatically placed in the Average.

K USCRA Finals in Stephenville, TXwill be September 15-18, 2011.

K Ropers Forum is back up!

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north Texaschampionships

June 11 & 12, 2011Denton, TX • Diamond T Arena

Schedule and FeesSaturday, June 119:00 a.m. #2 - 4 Head for $25011:00 a.m. 00 - 4 Head for $2503:00 p.m. #1 - 4 Head for $250

Sunday, June 129:00 a.m. EE - 4 Head for $25012:00 p.m. Ladies Breakaway -

4 Head for $25012:00 p.m. Open -

4 Head for $250

Run 1st round of Breakaway, then 1st round of Open

and alternate back and forth.

Prizes

WILD WEST BUCKLES to the Average Winners

General Information� GPS Directions:

6900 E. Sherman Dr. Denton, TX

� Arena # 940.484.6101� Stalls and hookups available.

New Members call 979-540-7755 before you haul for classification. For more info: USCRA - Lanham Mangold 979/540-7755

2011 USCRA Events

Firecracker 5 HeaderJuly 2, 3, & 4, 2011

Stephenville, TX at Lonestar Arena

ScheduleSaturday, July 29:00 a.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of EE1:00. p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of #1Sunday, July 38:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the EE10:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the #112:00 p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of #22:00 p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rounds of 00Monday, July 48:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the #29:00 a.m. 4th & 5th rounds of the 001:00 p.m. Open 4 head

Breakaway 3 headStart with round of the open thenround of Breakaway and alternate back and forth.

FeesEE, 00, #1, and #2 are 5 head for $300Open is 4 head for $300Breakaway is 3 head for $200

PrizesTOD SLONE SADDLES

to the Average winners of EE, 00, #1, and #2 ropings

� $500 Added to the Open� $500 Added to the Women’s Breakaway

Must have 20 ropers entered to add money


4696 N US Hwy 377Stephenville, TX 76401

� Stalls and hookups available. 254/965-7981

For more info: USCRA - Lanham Mangold 979/540-7755

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HILL COUNTRYchampionships

August 6 & 7, 2011Hamilton, TX • Circle T Arena

Schedule and FeesSaturday, August 69:00 a.m. #1 - 4 Head for $25012:00 p.m. EE - 4 Head for $250Followed by #2 - 4 Head for $250

Sunday, August 79:00 a.m. 00 - 4 Head for $25012:00 p.m. Open - 4 Head for $250

12:00 p.m. Breakaway - 4 Head for $250

Run 1st round of Open, then 1st round of Breakaway and alternate back and forth.

PrizesWILD WEST BUCKLES to the

Average Winners of EE, 00, #1 & #2

$250 Added to Breakaway(must have 20 ropers to add money)

$250 Added to Open(must have 20 ropers to add money)


4007 W. Hwy 36, Hamilton, TX (on Hwy 36 west of town)

� Stalls and hookups available. � Bring the family, swimming

pool & steakhouse on grounds.

New Members call 979-540-7755 before you haul for classification. For more info: USCRA - Lanham Mangold 979/540-7755

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July 16 & 17, 2011Denton, TX • Diamond T Arena

Schedule and FeesSaturday, July 169:00 a.m. Breakaway10:00 a.m. EE1:00 p.m. #1

Sunday, July 179:00 a.m. #211:00 a.m. 002:00 p.m. Open

Fees are 4 Head for $250

General Information� Stalls and Hookups available

940/484-6101� Call 979/540-7755 for

Classification and Info� GPS directions: 6900 E.

Sherman Dr.

MATCH ROPING� Trophy Saddle to High Money

winner of any 1 roping. Canonly count 1 roping.

� $1,000 Added to the EE, 00,and #1. Total of $3,000Added Money.

� Buckle to average winners ofeach roping.

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Firecracker 5 Header

Stephenville, TX

JuLy 16-17

W.E.B Memorial

Denton, TX

Go to www.uscra.com

for complete roping schedules, results, and current standings.

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hen tying calves mostpeople get in a position

where they’re most comfortable.It’s not always the best position,but that’s where they’recomfortable. I’m constantlystriving to get better in all aspectsof my life. Whether it’s myroping, my spiritual walk orbeing a better husband andfather, I want to be the best Ican. That means taking risks andleaving my comfort zone.Complacency breeds mediocrityand that’s just not good enough.

My natural instinct is to be a

coach because I make a livingwinning. But now as my two-yearold wants to rope, play golf andbat baseballs, I’ve had cause toreflect on my own childhood andhow my dad coached me.

Admittedly I was probably themost hardheaded kid in Texas anddidn’t want to be told anything - Iwanted to do it myself. My dadsupported me and would turncalves out for days on end. Hemight, or might not, make asuggestion in a day’s time. Now, Ithink that was partially due to myhardheadedness, but also because

he knew the value of my learningto figure things out for myself.

As parents, we love ourchildren to distraction, want themto be the best they can be andenjoy the benefits that come withbeing the best. But even with thepurest intentions, we can rob ourkids of developing problemsolving skills and learning to thinkfor themselves by telling themwhat to do and think.

Over the years I’ve seen thisquite often at clinics and juniorrodeos but had never given itmuch thought until I became a

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parent. As I play ball with Stone,I have to work hard to keep thecoach in me at bay. It’s not onlybecause he’s even harder headedthan I was; I don’t want to turnquality time with my son into acritiquing session that he won’tenjoy and ultimately wants toavoid. If he enjoys it now, he

will want to excel at it later.I’ve been a parent for less

than three years and don’tpretend to have all of theanswers. But I do know that it’sthe most important job I’ll everhave. It’s both hard andrewarding and as I raise my boysI’ll try hard to keep an open

mind so I can encourage them tobe individuals.

As parents it’s easy, evenunintentional, to sacrifice yourchild’s happiness for your owngoals. As for me, I’m pushingmyself to be the best dad I can beand sometimes that means notsaying a word. K

Deuteronomy 17:14 – 17

ne precaution that God gave to the nationof Israel after they left Egypt was for themnot to multiply their horses, or their wives,

or their gold and silver. One of the greatestchallenges that we have today in America is tounderstand that we are dependent upon God,our Creator, whether we realize it or not. Thehorses in the land of the kings were used forwar and for power. God’s message was not tomultiply something in excess that would givethem a false sense of security and power. Heknew that if their dependence on Him wasflawed, that the nation would be flawed.

God also gave them a commandment not tomarry wives from foreign countries that wouldbring foreign Gods into their family and theirnation. God knew that if they would marry anindividual that didn’t honor Him that they couldvery easily be influenced away from God.

In the area of gold and silver and excess, Ibelieve God’s message in the Old Testamentwas so they would never become dependentupon their gold and silver. Our possessions canbecome extremely deceptive when we place oursecurity, whether in this life or the life to come,in our possessions.

When issues of life come your way, as theydo with all of us, where do you look for

answers to life’s problems? Do you look atyour wealth? Do you look at your power? Ordo you look to others to solve your problems?Many political people have taken power andabused it. Many well-to-do people have takenmoney and abused it. Many simply look toman for answers that only God can provide.At the end of the day, when we all ultimatelystand before God, we will not have gold,silver, horses or relatives. We will stand beforeHim and give an account for what we’ve donewith the gift that He has given us.

Matthew 6:33 says, “But seek ye firstkingdom of God, and his righteousness; and allthese things shall be added unto you.”

When God is first in your life, then and onlythen will you be the man, the woman, thehusband, the wife, the daughter or the sonthat God created you to be. Stuff won’t getyou into heaven.

God Bless!Randy Weaver, Pastor

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Montgomery, TX1 mi. W of FM 149 on Hwy 105 W

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Tie down roping in Canada will remain“alive and well” due in part to the

launching of a new organization called “TieDown Canada” (TDC), which will endeavorto promote and support this exciting rodeoevent through a series of sanctioned eventsthroughout the province of Alberta andperhaps all of Canada in the near future!

Unlike the United States Calf RopersAssociation (USCRA) where ropers arecategorized in a numbered system, TieDown Canada ropings will operate witheveryone roping in one division based onage and roping ability, with the goal ofeveryone having an equal opportunity towin. Since the new organization is beinghoned around the non-pro ropers for thefirst year, most contestant times will bestraight up with a few equalizers. Theseinclude the following:

• 14 years and under - 1 second off per run• 65 years and over - 1 second off per run• 70 years or over - 2 seconds off per run• Past year amateur association winner -

1 second added per run• CPRA permit or Semi-Pro holder -

1 second added per run• Full CPRA member in the last 4 years but

dropped your pro card to go amateur -1 second added per run

Memberships, at a cost of $100 foryouth and seniors and $150 for everyoneelse, will be necessary in order to compete

in a sanctioned TDC event. The moneycollected from the memberships will beused for “added money” at each of the fiveropings as well as administration andadvertising of Tie Down Canada.

The largest roping is scheduled for July 7,2011 with added money of $10,000 and atrophy bronze sculpture. Also, throughoutthe series of ropings contestants will earnpoints in each go round (1st through 10th).The ropers with the most points at the endof the last roping will receive a trophysaddle and a cash bonus.

We are also working with the USCRA toenable the winner of each roping tocompete in their “Showdown Finals” inStephenville, Texas for the 2012 season.

Craig Fitzpatrick, the organizer of“Canada’s richest tie down roping” over the last ten years is the creator of the new concept.

“I’ve been thinking about the idea forquite awhile now and have talked to lots ofropers and event promoters to get theirinput in order to have a system that worksfor everyone. So I think we new have aformat that will work and ultimately, ifeveryone supports it, our sport will continueto flourish and grow.”

For more information, please go online atwww.tiedowncanda.com or just Google TieDown Canada. You can find much moreinformation and keep up to date on theseason’s schedule, results and standings, etc.


shadow was cast over thehorse industry at the end

of May. The outbreak of EHV-1(Equine herpesvirus-1) virus hadequine and rodeo events of allsizes cancelled. The outbreakwas believed to stem from theNational Cutting HorseAssociation’s event in Ogden,Utah held April 29-May 8. Fromthere, most of the Westernstates, as well as severalCanadian Provinces hadsuspected or positive cases. As ofpress time today, May 23, manyof these cases have held steadyand no new alarming facts areproving that the virus isspreading like many feared.

California17 reported cases with only onecoming in after the originaloutbreak.

TexasOne horse tested positive andone suspected case.

IdahoOne horse tested positive andwas euthanized after showingsevere neurological signsassociated with the disease.

New MexicoOne confirmed case with onehorse euthanized.

OregonTwo confirmed cases.

Utah Five horses tested positive.

WashingtonFive horses tested positive.

AlbertaThree horses tested positive.

British ColumbiaNo confirmed cases.

ColoradoNine confirmed cases with twohorses euthanized.

ArizonaOne confirmed case.

Montana, Nebraska,Nevada, North Dakota,South Dakota, &Wyoming Remain free of positive EHV-1 reports.

Since, at the present time,there seem to be no newconfirmed cases, I believe it was agreat call by many producers,with the help of veterinarians,across the country to cancelevents. When this issue hits yourmailbox we hope this will be oldnews and events everywhere willbe back up and going. We won’tknow which way this outbreakcould have gone if these stepswere not taken. I believe it couldhave been devastating for the

equine market. Imagine thisvirus hitting a large roping,rodeo, barrel race or horse showwith hundreds of horses incompetition. The weekendevent-goers could have carriedthe virus back to their citieswhere even more horses couldhave been contaminated.

Thanks to the high speed oftoday’s world, with socialnetworking sites helping spreadthe word, as well as the hardwork of veterinarians all acrossthe country who took commandof the situation and made theirrecommendations. Based on thiscollaborative effort this virus waskept under control. K

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