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Saddle up, Fort Worth, it's rodeo time! A 24-day run of events will be held at the Will Rogers Coliseum
It's time to bring out the 10-gallon Stetson, the pie-plate-sized belt buckle and the most exotic Western boots you have stashed in the closet.
The Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show Rodeo in Fort Worth is about to launch its 24-day run at the Will Rogers Coliseum Complex, which features such events as the Best of the West Ranch Rodeo, the Best of Mexico Celebracion, the Bull's Night Out and the ever-popular Fort Worth Stock Show Rodeo, which presents the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association's top contestants.
Jan 11, 2008, 14:04
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Favorite American Quarter Horses at WNFR selected
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| Steer Wrestling: Jule Hazen on Redigo Roman. PRCA Photo by Dan Hubbell |
Rodeo fans voted on www.prorodeo.com and the results are in. Five American Quarter Horses have been selected as fan favorites in the first Fort Dodge Champion American Quarter Horses of the Wrangler NFR contest.
Voting was conducted during the 49th Wrangler National Finals Rodeo held Dec. 6-15 at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas.
The American Quarter Horse Association’s corporate partner Fort Dodge Animal Health awarded $2,500 prize money to each winning horse’s owner and $2,500 to the competitor.
The top vote recipients were:
Jan 11, 2008, 08:30
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Outhier claims second career Linderman Award
A long with the second Linderman Award of his career, the 2007 season brought Mike Outhier a new appreciation for how the other half lives.
Primarily a roughstock cowboy when he won his first Linderman in 2004, Outhier didn’t cash any bareback riding checks this year, instead concentrating his efforts on saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping and team roping.
A series of injuries wiped out big chunks of his 2005 and 2006 seasons. Outhier, of Utopia, Texas, tore knee ligaments in Denver in 2005, then busted all the blood vessels in his thigh the next year and, after a three-month rehab, got run over by a pickup man and broke the C-5 vertebra in his neck.
Jan 11, 2008, 08:25
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World champion at last
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| PRCA Photo by Mike Copeman. Brittany Pozzi-Pharr, round 10 of the 2007 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. |
Her plan worked. Brittany Pozzi-Pharr came into the 49th Wrangler National Finals Rodeo with roughly a $50,000 lead over the field after a record-breaking regular season. The Victoria, Texas, barrel racer then maintained first place by winning the Wrangler NFR average title for the second straight year.
Pozzi-Pharr made 10-of-10 runs cleanly and placed in eight of 10 rounds. In fact, ‘Ms. Consistent’ has not knocked over a barrel in her last 22 runs at the Wrangler NFR, dating back to the eighth round in 2005. She spent the day before Round 10 imagining a perfect run and kept her mind focused on her theme of ‘don’t hit a barrel.’
Jan 11, 2008, 07:43
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COWGIRLS FROM 27 STATES TO COMPETE FOR 2008 MISS RODEO AMERICA CROWN
For 53 years, the Miss Rodeo America Pageant has hosted hundreds of beautiful and talented cowgirls from across the country. The hopefuls converge annually for a weeklong competition to select one deserving young woman to represent and promote America’s Original Professional Sport – rodeo.
This year, the Miss Rodeo America Pageant, Inc., welcomes 27 fabulous cowgirls, ages 19-25, to Las Vegas to compete for the prestigious title of Miss Rodeo America 2008. Each year a new Miss Rodeo America serves as the official spokesperson for the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association.
Nov 9, 2007, 11:59
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News from Gilbert Days Teen Queen, Chantel Miles
Howdy rodeo fans!
The cool weather is finally here and the Gilbert Days festivities are just around the corner! In November, our rodeo royalty court will travel to many elementary schools of Gilbert discussing the western lifestyle and the history of rodeo. We also look forward to riding in the reenactment of the Pony Express and participating in each of the three rodeo performances as well as the Gilbert Days Parade.
Oct 18, 2007, 14:12
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The Impact of Kindness
Families have an immense impact on our lives. In the month of November we are nearing the holidays and the time to give thanks for our blessings in life. To me, my greatest blessing is my big sister, Bailey. I have been able to learn from her and look up to her for my whole life and could never replace such a paramount teacher. Many of you know her well as the 2006 Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen and she has also made her impact with numerous other queen titles, even representing Gilbert in the Miss Rodeo USA competition this past January. I was lucky to be able to queen with her as a member of the Gilbert Days court years ago and was also able to travel around the state with her just last year. I have gotten to know my sister extremely well since she is my best friend and the one who can make me laugh the most. Ever since we were little she has shown an immense love for other beings. This past month she demonstrated her selflessness by donating bone marrow for a girl plagued with Hodgkins Lymphoma, a cancer of the immune system that has arisen to over eight thousand new cases in 2007 alone. Bailey became a candidate for this donation when she was drawn by a cry from parents of a boy in Phoenix who was diagnosed with leukemia. They created a widespread search for a match around the holidays last year. She saw no better action than to try to help this little boy and signed up for the donor list. They took a swab from her cheek to create a DNA test and even though she was not a match for the boy, she went into the database for possible donors for other cancer patients. In August she received a call from the National Marrow Donor Program and through further tests confirmed that she was a perfect blood match in order to help this girl fight this detrimental disease. Instead of the normal procedure of extracting bone marrow, like you may be familiar with, doctors have come up with a way to extract cells through a blood transfusion. After a set of five hormone shots, the cells become present in the blood and can be extracted through a machine. Though this is an extensive and strenuous procedure, Bailey opted to do this out of her kindness and desire to save another life.
Oct 17, 2007, 11:30
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Hello From Miss Rodeo Arizona, Katie HIll
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| Katie Hill, Miss Rodeo Arizona |
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| Katie Hill, Miss Rodeo Arizona, Copyright C.E.Brooks 2007 |
Hello friends,
Well, the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, and the Miss Rodeo America pageant is just around the corner! I have been hard at work, preparing to represent you and our great state of Arizona at the national pageant. I've been taking horsemanship lessons, with Laurel Walker Denton, at the Bar U Bar Ranch, working out at Freedom Fitness, and studying as much as I can!
Oct 15, 2007, 16:48
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Galloping Good Times by Kayla Canfield, CVSC Queen
Howdy,
I am Kayla Canfield, your Chandler Vaqueros Saddle Club, 2007-2008 Rodeo Queen. It has been great being your queen. I enjoy seeing everyone at the Gymkhana events with their friends and families having a great time and cheering everyone on.
Oct 15, 2007, 16:20
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Parada del Sol Queen Pageant - Save the Date
Please Save the Date for the 2008 Parada del Sol Rodeo Queen Pageant.
It will be held on November 3, 2007 with activities open to the public during the morning and the evening. We will be holding a fundraiser dinner with a silent auction in conjunction with the evening portion of the competition. We would love for you all to attend.
Oct 5, 2007, 07:35
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Two North Dakota events selected for listing of 100 Best Events for 2008
The American Bus Association (ABA) has designated two North Dakota events to its listing of Top 100 Events in North America for 2008. Making the list are the Medora Musical and the North Dakota Rodeo Association Championship Finals.
Events for the list are chosen by an elite tourism industry selection committee who evaluate hundreds of events from throughout the U.S. and Canada. Judges consider the event’s broad appeal, its accessibility to motorcoaches and skill at handling large groups, and a variety of other relevant criteria. Winners are selected from celebrations, festivals, fairs and commemorative events.
Oct 4, 2007, 09:19
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BUCKEYE VALLEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE SEEKING HELZAPOPPIN’ RODEO QUEEN CONTESTANTS
The 2008 Pageant has moved to March and is being ramped up to create a uniquely glamorous event.
The 2008 Helzapoppin’ Rodeo Queen Pageant is slated for March 1, 2008, in order to place it in closer conjunction to the Helzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo, slated for March 14th thru 16th. The winning contestant will be introduced in a ceremony at the final performance of the Rodeo, March 16, 2008.
Oct 2, 2007, 09:51
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Cowboys for Kids Rodeo & Pow Wow
Join us on Saturday, October 20th for the Cowboys for Kids Rodeo & Pow Wow. The event will be held at Cave Creek Memorial Arena on 28th St. & Maddock, N. of Carefree Hwy. Great rodeo action with barrels, team roping, steer riding, sheep riding and bulls. Lots of fun events for the kids, pumpkin roll, calf scramble, tug of war, stick horse races and of course we'll have Pumpkin People. The Pow Wow will be from 11am till 6pm. The rodeo starts at 1pm and the bull riding at 4pm.
It will be a full day good old fashioned family fun. After the rodeo, stick around for music by T. R. Hall and the Brainless Hunks.
Call Lacy Mercer for info regarding the bull riding 602-237-3000 and 623-465-7884 for other info.
Visit our web site www.CowboysForKids.net
Sep 22, 2007, 13:29
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Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen Message
Gilbert Days is right around the corner and I am so excited for all of the upcoming events! As the Gilbert Days Rodeo Royalty we will be very busy from October to November with many events in between. In October we have been invited to participate in the Grand Opening of the San Tan Mall which is
very exciting, we always love to be involved with things that happen in the
great town of Gilbert. We will also be attending the Miss Rodeo Arizona
trunk show for Miss Katie Hill, I want to wish her the best of luck in Las
Vegas at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. Don't forget about the Pony Express ride before Gilbert Days in November you can get more info at
www.gpcgilbert.com We hope to see you all at Gilbert Days!
Keep Kickin Up Kindness!
Gilbert Days Rodeo Queen
Chelsea Neese
Sep 19, 2007, 16:49
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GILBERT DAYS RODEO ROYALTY
Hey Readers!
I have ONE question for you: Are you ready to RODEO?!! I hope so because the Gilbert Days Rodeo and other Gilbert Days events are fast approaching. In November, the rest of the Gilbert Royalty and I are going to be busy visiting schools, riding in the Pony Express, riding in the parade and rodeo, and much more! What a great way to celebrate the wonderful traditions and events the Town of Gilbert has to offer.
Sep 19, 2007, 14:43
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Gila County Rodeo Queen News
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| Dana McKenzie, 2007 Gila County Junior Miss Queen. |
This year is really starting to pick up. Starting with the Gila County kids rodeo and the Andy Devine Days in Kingman, followed by the Rex Allen Days in Wilcox, we seem to never stop ridin' around. The temperatures are slowly starting to decrease, but I really wouldn't mind days full of beautiful 80 degerees, or lower! Now I get to introduce you to another beautiful girl from my court, the Jr. Miss, Dana MacKenzie. I am having a wonderful time getting to know these lovely and extremely talented girls; it's truly a blast, so I am looking forward to all of the events in the future. Without futher ado, here is Dana! -Avery Williams
Sep 19, 2007, 13:10
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A Message From Katie HIll, Miss Rodeo Arizona 2007
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| Katie Hill, Miss Rodeo Arizona 2007 |
Dear Fellow Arizonans,
On September 22, the 2007 Miss Rodeo Arizona Trunk Show and Gala was held in Prescott, Arizona. It was a huge success, and I cannot thank you enough for all of your support. The Cowgirls Historical Foundation helped with our opening ceremony, and it was just beautiful. I wish them all the best as they prepare to ride in the 2008 Rose Parade. I'd like to thank my auctioneer, Carson Thomas, for his time and talent. The sponsors who helped make this happen are priceless, thank you for your love and support. Prescott Frontier Days, Inc. generously hosted the event at the Prescott Rodeo Grounds, providing the perfect venue. Thank you to the Miss Rodeo Arizona, Inc. board. A huge thank you to my family and friends who did a fantastic job to make this happen: Chris Hill, Wayne and Annette Ellithorpe, Vivian Elliott, Sandra Johns, Ron and Marta Weyenberg, Erma and Stanley Narwold, Lynnie Glaspie, Heather Kliewer, Dawn Morris, and especially Eric Vernier and Big Daddy's BBQ for the great food.
Sep 19, 2007, 12:10
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A Message From Jill Hensley, Cave Creek Fiesta Days Pro-Rodeo Queen 2007
Hey there! Once again my name is Jill Hensley, Cave Creek Fiesta Days Pro-Rodeo Queen 2007 and I just wanted to let everyone know what Tiffany Byerly, Cave Creek Fiesta Days Pro-Rodeo Attendant, and I have been up to this summer. We traveled to Prescott back in July for the Prescott Frontier Days Rodeo and we also went to the Payson Rodeo in August. We had such a good time at both rodeos! It did get a little warm, but we cowgirl'd up, put smiles on our faces, and attended each performance as ambassadors of rodeo.
Sep 19, 2007, 12:07
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Galloping Good Times
Howdy!
I am Kayla Canfield and I am your Chandler Vaqueros Saddle Club Queen for 2007-2008. I am so thankful for everyone who voted for me. It is an honor and a privilege to be your Queen.
Our end of the year banquet in August at Rawhide was a huge success. There were 58 people who qualified for year end prizes. Everyone enjoyed themselves during the dinner, raffle, nomination of the Queen and Attendant, and all the fun attractions at Rawhide.
Sep 19, 2007, 11:58
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Rodeo Queen Seminar hosted by Parada del Sol
On Sept. 22nd at 10am we will be hosting a 3 hour seminar on "Representing your Rodeo" presented by Morgan Gardella, Parada del Sol Royalty Chairman and guest speakers on Communications and Media.
The seminar will cover:
Your First Impression (Appearance and Presentation)
Making Yourself Heard (Public Speaking)
A Media Icon: Why Should They Want You (Media Training).
Sep 14, 2007, 14:03
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Raging Bull Causes Trouble at Rodeo
While I was watering our horses, I observed two children playing through the fence with the roping calves and the mini ponies during the Garden Valley, Idaho WPRA rodeo on Saturday, July 28, 2007. They moved past our 3 mares and the next thing I saw was the two of them trying to play with the 2 bulls in the next pen. I told them to get back and not play with those bulls. When they did not leave, I told them in my teacher voice and got into my “moma told you so” position and said to them; “I mean it, those bulls are nothing to play with, get back!” Little did I know the rest of the story…
Aug 28, 2007, 12:24
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Honeywell Employees Present 51st Annual Rodeo
Honeywell is well-known in the valley for its high-tech electronics and aerospace workers, but did you know that at least one weekend per year, they get together to compete in traditional cowboy/cowgirl events? For the past fifty years, the employees of the Arizona divisions of AiResearch/Garrett/AlliedSignal/Honeywell have competed in the largest and oldest all-employee rodeo in the world. They are currently preparing for their 51st annual rodeo event to be held at the Gilbert Arena on October 27th and 28th, 2007. The fun starts at 4:00PM on Saturday and 1:00 PM on Sunday. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for children (age six to twelve).
Aug 28, 2007, 09:40
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Announcing the 2008 Parada del Sol Rodeo Queen Pageant- age limit change
Good Morning Everyone!
The Parada del Sol Rodeo Committee will be holding the 2008 Parada del Sol Rodeo Queen Pageant on November 3, 2007. It will be a day long event to determine the 2008 Parada del Sol Rodeo Queen. The pageant is open to Young Women between the ages of 19-24, by the date of the competition. Orientation for the Pageant will be held on Sept 22nd in conjunction with the "Representing Your Rodeo" Seminar hosted by Morgan Gardella, Royalty Chairman.
Aug 27, 2007, 16:14
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Parada Del Sol Queen Pageant Nov. 3, 2007
The Parada del Sol Rodeo Committee will be holding the 2008 Parada del Sol Rodeo Queen Pageant on November 3, 2007. It will be a day long event to determine the 2008 Parada del Sol Rodeo Queen. The pageant is open to Young Women between the ages of 21-26, by the date of the competition, who have never been married, preganant, or are not currently engaged. Orientation for the Pageant will be held on Sept 22nd in conjunction with the "Representing Your Rodeo" Seminar hosted by Morgan Gardella, Royalty Chairman.
Aug 25, 2007, 12:07
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Prescott Rodeo Hosts Cowboy Capital Professional Bull Riding
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| Photo by: TINA M. KUNKLE, www.tmkphotography.com |
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| Photo by: TINA M. KUNKLE, www.tmkphotography.com |
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| Photo by: TINA M. KUNKLE, www.tmkphotography.com |
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| Photo by: TINA M. KUNKLE, www.tmkphotography.com |
U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Challenger Tour in Prescott, AZ
Hot on the heels of their most popular week of rodeo events in their 120 year history, The World’s Oldest Rodeo® in Prescott, Arizona welcomed another heart-pounding event: Cowboy Capital PBR. “The Toughest Sport on Dirt”—professional bull riding—to Prescott on Aug. 18 and 19.
The Prescott Rodeo Grounds served as a stop on the Professional Bull Riders U.S. Smokeless Tobacco Challenger Tour, Saturday August 18 and Sunday August 19.
The Challenger tour is a “feeder” tour, designed to take the best bull riders throughout the course of the competition and use them to stock the 45-man Built Ford Tough Series roster, the tour that leads to the World Finals of professional bull riding in Las Vegas.
Aug 22, 2007, 15:28
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