 The Rodeo Stars Came Out In Memphis On December 30, 2009 about 4,000 people turned out to watch the 22nd annual AutoZone Liberty Bowl Pro Rodeo at the Agricenter Show Place Arena. There were 242 contestants in the various events that included bareback riding, saddle bronc, bull riding, steer wrestling, tie down, barrels, and team roping. Members of the seven high school bands in town for the Liberty Bowl game performance were well represented in the audience, according to Sue Lynn Perry, Liberty Bowl Rodeo Committee Chairperson. There were some Arkansas players on hand, too. One of them was Grant Freeman, an offensive lineman from Paris, Arkansas. He said he is a big rodeo fan, and was very excited about playing in the bowl game. This was the first big rodeo of the 2010 rodeo season and the rodeo stars were out! Fans could watch International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA) all-round champion Erik Wolford in the bareback riding. Erik won the bareback riding with a score of 79 points. Erik has been featured on the independent television series, "Toughest Cowboy," where cowboys are required to ride in three rough stock events. Josh Cragar with 74 points won second, while Whit Ash finished third in the bareback riding with a score of 67 pts. Whit was also on the television series "Toughest Cowboy" and was a southeastern circuit finalist in 2009. Rylie Hoffman won the saddle bronc riding with a score of 80 points. Erik Wolford took second in the saddle bronc riding with a score of 78 points. In steer wrestling, one of the biggest names in the IPRA, Tooter Silver, was at the Liberty Bowl Rodeo. He is a nine-time International Finals Rodeo (IFR) finalist and has finished second in the World four times. He said, "I would like to change that and win a World title this year." He is currently second in the World. In the cowgirls' barrel racing, the number nine ranked cowgirl in the World Heather Moore was on hand to show them how it's done. She is from New Johnsonville, Tennessee and attends college at UT Martin. She made the college world series last year and is leading the region this year. She said, "I'm very excited about the IFR coming up in a few weeks." When I asked what it would be like to win the AutoZone Liberty Bowl Rodeo, she told me, "It would be a big confidence builder for the finals." Heather came in third place, only .095 seconds away from first. The bull riding brought out some big stars. Reece Cates, a Professional Bull Riders (PBR) finalist, told me, "This rodeo is great timing for me. It's before the first Built Ford Tough Tour stop in the PBR and it's close to home. This event is fun; with a great crowd it makes it easy to come. As long as the timing works out I'll be coming every year." There was also Cody Holladay, an IFR finalist, who is currently ninth in the world and Justin Koon a Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) southeastern circuit finalist. Neil Bourne, an IFR finalist, who is currently 11th in the World rounded out the star-studded slate. Several high school kids trying to make their way into pro rodeo participated in the Liberty Bowl Rodeo. One of those kids was Gray Essary, a 16-year-old who rides in Tennessee High School Rodeo. He was just coming back from an ankle injury, so hadn't been on a bull since September. Now he's back, and feeling good. He covered his bull to score 79, which earned him 5th place. Justin Koon won the event, with Michael Ross and Brent Menz splitting 2nd and 3rd. The stars of rodeo didn't stop with the competitors. IPRA 2009 Clown of the Year Dusty Myers of Corinth, Mississippi delighted the crowd with his "punny" jokes and silly antics. He was as funny as ever! When asked who he admired growing up he said, "I looked up to Lecile Harris and Rudy Burns. I always wanted to be like Lecile." J Mark Wilson of Circle Cross Church helped with the serious bull fighting. The rodeo provided world class stock from Johnson Rodeo Company. Mark Johnson, who just got back from the Wrangler National Finals in Las Vegas, Nevada will be headed to the IFR in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma next. Liberty Bowl Rodeo Results Bareback: 1st Erik Wolford with 79 points, $312.80; 2nd Josh Cragar with 74 points, $187.68; 3rd Whit Ashe with 67 points, $125.12 Saddle Bronc: 1st Rylie Hoffman with 80 points, $331.20; 2nd Erik Wolford with 78 points, $198.72; 3rd Keith Brauer with 75 points, $1232.48. Bull Riding: 1st Justin Koon with 82 points, $706.56; 2nd Michael Ross with 80 points, $441.60; 3rd Brent Menz with 80 points, $441.60; 4th Brian Dowdy with 79 points, $88.72; 5th Gray Essary with 79 points, $88.72. Steer Wrestling: 1st Cameron Fennell, 5.1, $441.60; 2nd Glenn Freels, 6.7, $258.90; 4th Cody Miller, 8.0, $176.64. Tie Down: 1st Jody Green, 8.0, $603.52; 2nd Glen Freels, 8.7, $452.64; 3rd John Toole, 9.1, $301.76; 4th Dustin Oswalt, 9.3, $150.88. Barrels: 1st Tracy Goodman, time 14.134, $659.45; 2nd Audrey Joiner, time 14.200, $494.59; 3rd Heather Moore, time 14.229, $370.94; 4th Katie Brown, time 14.231, $247.29; 5th Sallye Williams, time 14.375, $185.47; 6th Lindsey Freels, time 14.384, $103.04. Team Roping: 1st Sam Smith & Will Sanders, 4.4, $721.28 per man; 2nd Ty Hickerson & Shawn Turner, 4.5, $540.96 per man; 3rd Clay Mitchell & Laine Mitchell, 5.6, $270.48 per man; 4th Brett Piatt & Shawn Turner, 5.6, $270.48 per man.  Kelli Jackson Crowned Miss Rodeo America 2010 Kelli Jackson of Eupora, Mississippi, Jackson is the first Miss Rodeo Mississippi to achieve the title of Miss Rodeo America. During 2010, she will travel more than 100,000 miles representing Miss Rodeo America, Inc. and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. "I am an enthusiastic rodeo fan and spirited competitor; the sport of rodeo encompasses not only my dreams, but also my passion. As Miss Rodeo America, I will offer a welcoming glimpse of the western lifestyle and the sport of rodeo to our nation," Jackson said. Kelli's interests include: rodeo, motivational speaking, traveling, playing classical piano, reading autobiographies and classic novels, watching westerns, volunteering at special kids rodeos, mentoring youth, skiing and working cattle on her family's farm. She's been a discipleship leader, Big Sibling advisor and tutor, and drama team leader. Jackson has a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Political Science from Wheaton College. She plans to use her $10,000 educational scholarship to obtain a Master's Degree in Public Policy with an Agricultural Development Focus from Duke University.  Amber Dell Ropes Runner-up Honors at Miss Rodeo America Pageant Miss Rodeo Tennessee, Amber Dell of Franklin, TN was named Fourth Runner-Up at the 55th Miss Rodeo America pageant. This was the first time in the pageant's history a representative from Tennessee received Top Five honors. Dell represented the Volunteer State at rodeos across the U. S. in 2009. The accomplished rider scored high in personality, horsemanship, appearance and speech. Dell was awarded a $2,000 educational scholarship plus a Montana Silversmiths buckle and a pair of Justin boots. She plans to continue her education and obtain her Doctorate degree of Education in Counseling and Student Development with plans to become a professor at a land-grant state university and coach college rodeo. For more information about the Miss Rodeo Tennessee Pageant, visit www.mrtnpageant.com. For more information about the Miss Rodeo America Pageant, visit www.missrodeoamerica.com.    Central Mississippi Barrel Racing Futurity From Sherri Surman There was fast action at Central Mississippi Slot Race, Futurity, and Open 4D Barrel Race January 8-10 in Starkville, MS. Complete results are available at the Mid-South Horse Review Website www.midsouthhorsereview.com. Following are highlights of winners in the main divisions. Bricklee Miller on Wanda was the 1D winner in Adult Barrels. Dana Cooksey won both the 2D and 3D Adult Barrels, on Star in 2D and Dollie in 3D. In the BFA Open Futurity Class (Average Go results), Lance Graves on Famous Silk Panties was the winner. Jolene Stewart placed second on Aced My Bully, and Brett Monroe pulled third on Bullys Little Dash. There was "No Pressure On Me" with Chris Coffey placing fourth. Diane Reece rounded fifth with De Bing. The Saturday NBSHA Open drew 78 entries. Ashley Snedegar won 1D with a time of 14.765 on VF Coup De Ville. Hailey Pettigo took first in 2D on Gamblin With Honor with a time of 15.271. Mary Frances Buchanan led in 3D on Swirlin with a time of 15.790. Fonda Jenkins won 4D on Funny with a time of 16.916. NBHA Youth Barrels drew some fast riders with Hailey Pettigo taking first in 1D on Gamblin With Honor. Allie Pilgrim won the 2D on Jazz. Aubrey Grace Caldwell won 3D on Madison. The Sunday Open 4D drew 59 entries, with Kebo Almond taking first in 1D on Famous Nadine. Talmadge Green won the 2D on Java Buzz. Craig Brooks was fastest in 3D on Fuel N Up N Shawne. Brittany Pozzi was fastest in 4D on Whata Whootie. Selected results to monied places: Adult Barrels 1-D: 16.131 $46.10 Bricklee Miller/Wanda; 16.345 Tim Morris/Sweet Red Rumble 2-D: 17.061 $27.66 Dana Cooksey/Star 3-D: 17.593 $18.44 Dana Cooksey/Dollie; 21.292 Chris Williams/To Bee A Beau; 21.808 Sara Kate McIlwain/Champ BFA Open Futurity Class 1st Go 1-D: 1 14.909 $1,179.36 26 Lance Graves/Famous Silk Panties Owner: Heath Boucher 2 14.947 $1,010.88 48 Craig Brooks/Nicks bullion Owner: Craig Brooks 3 15.003 $842.40 5 Brett Monroe/Bullys Little Dash Owner: S. East Arena & R. McQueen 4 15.015 $673.92 17 Jordan Manley/Toosa Bella Owner: Craig Brooks 5 15.069 $505.44 1 Jolene Stewart/Aced My Bully Owner: Jud Little 6 15.148 $393.12 31 Jolene Stewart/Niks Show Of Roses Owner: Jud Little 7 15.150 $336.96 8 Latricia Duke/Dial It Fast Owner: Arbie & Betty Miller 2-D: 1 15.937 $280.80 7 Talmadge Green/Java Buzz Owner: Sissy Wherrell 2 15.952 $224.64 33 Pete Oen/Nicks Fun Fuel Owner: Pete Oen 3 15.981 $168.48 36 Brittany Pozz/Wonders Man Guy Owner: Se'Belle Dymmek BFA Open Futurity Class 2nd Go 1-D: 1 14.692 $1,179.36 34 Kebo Almond/Famous Nadine Owner: Mike Boone 2 14.760 $1,010.88 26 Lance Graves/Famous Silk Panties Owner: Heath Boucher 3 14.853 $842.40 1 Jolene Stewart/Aced My Bully Owner: Jud Little 4 14.888 $673.92 13 Ashley Snedegar/Look N Sharp Owner: Stephen C. Snedegar, Jr. 5 15.116 $505.44 21 Chris Coffey/No Pressure On Me Owner: Harry & Vivian Blackwell 6 15.151 $393.12 23 Diane Reece/De Bing Owner: Diane Reece 7 15.229 $336.96 7 Talmadge Gree/Java Buzz Owner: Sissy Wherrell 2-D: 1 15.789 $280.80 30 Marne Loosenor/Cantbullythisguy Owner: Tim Morris, 2 15.791 $224.64 35 James Commander/Shootin Firewater Owner: Andreas Anton 3 15.799 $168.48 8 Latricia Duke/Dial It Fast Owner: Arbie & Betty Miller BFA Average 29.669 $1,572.48 26 Lance GravesFamous Silk Panties Owner: Heath Boucher 2 29.922 $1,347.84 1 Jolene Stewart/Aced My Bully Owner: Jud Little 3 30.236 $1,123.20 5 Brett Monroe/Bullys Little Dash Owner: S. East Arena & R. McQueen 4 30.322 $898.56 21 Chris Coffey/No Pressure On Me Owner: Harry & Vivian Blackwell 5 30.335 $673.92 23 Diane Reece/De Bing Owner: Diane Reece 6 30.559 $524.16 31 Jolene Stewart/Niks Show Of Roses Owner: Jud Little 7 30.634 $449.28 29 Brittany Pozzi/Runnin To The Bar Owner: LeAnn Kay 8 30.719 $374.40 47 Lance Graves/LR Duster Owner: Ashley Thompson 9 30.747 $299.52 16 Donnie Reece/Cause For A Kiss Owner: Diane Reece 10 30.786 $224.64 43 Bo Hill/Phame Owner: Bo Hill NBHA Open $1,000 Added 1-D: 1 14.765 $376.96 4 Ashley Snedega/VF Coup De Ville 2 14.909 $282.72 Lance Graves/Famous Silk Panties Owner: Heath Boucher 3 14.947 $188.48 Craig Brooks/Nicks bullion Owner: Craig Brooks 4 15.031 $94.24 30 Quay Eaves/No Questions No Lies 2-D 1 15.271 $323.11 41 Hailey Pettigo/Gamblin With Honor 2 15.292 $242.33 Latricia Duke/Threeturnsandreturn Owner: Arbie & Betty Miller 3 15.294 $161.56 7 Katie McCool/Dash 4 15.303 $80.78 34 Craig Brooks/Starrz With Two Arrz 3-D 1 15.790 $215.41 48 Mary Frances Buchanan/Swirlin 2 15.797 $161.56 13 Bryan Ford/The Decider 3 15.840 $107.70 23 Allie Pilgrim/Jazz 4 15.844 $53.85 Kay Blan/Vanishing Frenchgirl Owner: Kimi Nichols 4-D 1 16.916 $161.56 38 Fonda Jenkins/Funny, 4-D 2 17.061 $121.17 43 Dana Cookse/Star 4-D 3 17.178 $80.78 1 Aubrey Grace Caldwell/D.J. 4-D 4 17.522 $40.39 33 JJ Baldwin/JL Sunday Open 4-D 1-D 1 14.692 $214.55 Kebo Almond/Famous Nadine Owner: Mike Boone 2 14.760 $160.91 Lance Graves/Famous Silk Panties Owner: Heath Boucher 3 14.853 $107.28 Jolene Stewart/Aced My Bully Owner: Jud Little, 4 14.888 $553.64 Ashley SnedegaLook N Sharp Owner: Stephen C. Snedegar, Jr. 2-D 1 15.229 $183.90 Talmadge Green/Java Buzz Owner: Sissy Wherrell 2 15.296 $137.93 21 Marne Loosenort/Frenchmans Bulla 3 15.337 $91.95 KN Jolene Stewart/Oh Poly Owner: Jud Little 4 15.348 $45.98 Donnie Reece/Cause For A Kiss Owner: Diane Reece 3-D 1 15.703 $122.60 3 Craig Brooks/Fuel N Up N Shawne 2 15.791 $91.95 James Commander/Shootin Firewater Owner: Andreas Anton, 3 15.799 $61.30 Latricia Duke/Dial It Fast Owner: Arbie & Betty Miller 4 15.872 $30.65 8 Bricklee Mille/Wanda 4-D 1 16.718 $91.95 Brittany Pozzi/Whata Whootie Owner: Brittany Pozzi 2 16.796 $68.96 19 Haley Nosser/Sophie 3 16.889 $45.98 18 Aubrey Grace Caldwell/Madison 4 16.935 $22.99 23 Hartley Wester/Haleys Cool Jet NBHA Youth Barrels 1-D 1 15.271 $69.80 Hailey Pettigo/Gamblin With Honor 2-D 1 15.840 $41.88 Allie Pilgrim/Jazz 3-D 1 16.600 $27.92 Aubrey Grace Caldwell/Madison Deep South Rodeo TN High School Rodeo TN Junior Rodeo Coyote Run Arena |
FEB. 6: Coffeeville, MS Deep South Rodeo Info: Jerry Bolden, 662-551-0475 or 662-252-4634. FEB. 6: Senatobia, MS. Northwest Community College Farm Jackpot Bull Riding Fees paid by 12 noon; starts at 1 p.m. Info: Ben Hamilton 901-351-7584 or Bruce K. Lee 479-393-9323. FEB. 13: Buchanan, TN. Milam's Horsebarn Bull Riding 2009-2010 Buckle Series. 8 pm. Info: 731-642-8346 or 731-644-5665. FEB. 12-13: Bowling Green, KY 1st Rodeo. Lone Star Rodeo Company 270-269-6000. www.lonestarrodeocompany.com FEB. 13-14 Bowling Green, KY 2nd Rodeo. Lone Star Rodeo Company 270-269-6000. www.lonestarrodeocompany.com FEB. 20: Lexington, VA Lone Star Rodeo Company 270-269-6000. www.lonestarrodeocompany.com FEB. 19-20: Murray, KY Expo Center. Bull Blowout 2010 8 pm. Info: 731-642-8346 or 731-644-5665. FEB. 20: Nashville, TN Municipal Auditorium CBR Tour 8 pm. Info: http://www.cbrbull.com/events.html FEB. 27: Batesville, MS Annual Bill Lipscomb Memorial Rodeo Lone Star Rodeo Company Info: (270) 269-6000 or www.lonestarrodeocompany.com. FEB. 28: Senatobia, MS Northwest Community College Farm Jackpot Bull Riding Fees paid by 12 noon; starts at 1 p.m. Info: Ben Hamilton 901-351-7584 or Bruce K. Lee 479-393-9323. MAR. 13: Buchanan, TN Milam's Horsebarn Bull Riding 2009-2010 Buckle Series 8 pm. Includes pro and non-pro bull riding Info: 731-642-8346 or 731-644-5665. MAR. 27: Corinth, MS Lone Star Rodeo Company Info: Preston Fowlkes (615) 476-1661 (270) 269-6000 or info@lonestarrodeocompany.com. APR. 10: Buchanan, TN Milam's Horsebarn Bull Riding 2009-2010 Buckle Series 8 pm. Includes pro and non-pro bull riding Info: 731-642-8346 or 731-644-5665. CIRCLE CROSS RODEO: www.circlecrossrodeo.com. To sponsor an event or a bucking chute, call Stan McCall at 901-848-4959. EVERY THURSDAY: Denmark,TN Bucking Practice Pen, 8 pm. Circle 13, Scott Littrell 731-424-1296. |
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