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Table contents PAGE ONE
Join Rodeo Austin Kid’s Club
PAGE TWO Rockin’ A Fairgrounds
PAGE THREE & Four PrpRodeo and Concert Series
PAGE FIVE & six Rodeo Austin Super Shootout
PAGE SEVEN Rodeo Austin’s World Champion
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BBQ Auction & Dance Fashion & Fine Art
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Scholar Spotlight Official Rodeo Austin Gear
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Class of 2013 Scholarship Recipients
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RODEO AUSTIN EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OFFICERS Shaun Tuggle, President Hap Feuerbacher, President-Elect Brian Lehne, Secretary-Treasurer AT-LARGE Keith Berdoll Jeff Denton David Kardosz Eddie Ledesma Lance Lively Dale Mitschke Latius Prikryl Brian Yarbrough PAST PRESIDENTS Travis Asklund Matt Berry, Sr. Jay Evans Bryan Teich Gilbery Turrieta Stan Voelker Fred Weber Kerry Wiggins CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Bucky Lamb
join Rodeo Austin kid’s club The Rodeo Austin Kid’s Club is designed to Promote Youth Education and Preserve Western Heritage to children ages 12 and under. By becoming a member, your child will get roped into the excitement of Rodeo Austin at an early age. Memberships are $20 each and include: Kid’s Club Sheriff’s Badge Custom Kid’s Club T-shirt Official Kid’s Club Membership card Invitation to exclusive Kid’s Club events Page Quarterly e-newsletter Two one-day Fairgrounds passes one Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes 2
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74th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 2011
rockin’
fairgrounds
Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World and Rodeo Austin is bringing you sixteen days of rockin’ bands. Rodeo Austin offers live music for everyone to enjoy. Check out the Rockin’ A Fairgrounds Stage for daily performances at 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
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Jonathon Fox
Rockin’ A Stage Concert Schedule Saturday, March 1, 2014 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Janie Balderas Jeff Whitehead Cody Bryan Band Josh Grider
Monday, March 10, 2014 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Stephanie Urbino Jones Clay Thrash Aaron Einhouse
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
James Ridge Johnny Cooper Kris Gordon
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
The Peterson Brothers Folk Family Revival Shane Smith and the Saints
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
The Magnolia Band Callahan Divide Clayton Gardner
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Connor Christian and Southern Gothic Mike and the Moonpies Curtis Grimes
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Travis Parker Band Phillip Thomas Shawn Nelson
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Midnight River Choir The Peterson Brothers Monte Good
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Tanner Louis Matt Stell John D. Hale
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Zane Williams Clay Thrash Kirk Baxley
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Statesboro Revue Jessee Jennings The Josh Ward Band
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Dillon Havins Ray Johnston Band John Slaughter
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Zach Walther Band Texas Renegade South Texas Sounds
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Weldon Henson Sarah Pierce Nick Verzosa
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Janie Balderas Jonathon Fox The Morgan Leigh Band
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Emily Bell Katye Hamlin Chad Sullins and the Last Call Coalition
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Sunday, March 2, 2014
Wednesday, March 12, 2014
Monday, March 3, 2014
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Tuesday, March 4, 2014
Friday, March 14, 2014
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Saturday, March 15, 2014
Thursday, March 6, 2014
AARON Einhouse
Sunday, March 16, 2014
Friday, March 7, 2014
Saturday, March 8, 2014
STEPHANIE URBINA JONES
Sunday, March 9, 2014
Clay Thrash Josh Grider
Curtis Grimes Jeff Whitehead
The magnolia band
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erse line-up iv d a s e r u t a e f ncert Series o action. o e C d o e r g a e t iv S l h in a it M w The 2014 ce is coupled n a m r o f r e p d e d d tu and each star-s PRESENTED BY
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Bobcat DAY
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CLAY WALKER
DUSTIN LYNCH
PRESENTED BY
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AGGIE DAY 3.7.14
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LORETTA LYNN
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HILLTOPPER DAY
JOSH TURNER
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JOSH ABBOTT BAND
PRESENTED BY
3.9.14 WILLIE NELSON & FAMILY
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Boy Scouts Day Capitol Area Council
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3.13.14
SCOTTY MCCREERY
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CAPITAL CITIES
PRESENTED BY
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SCHOLARSHIP DAY
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THOMPSON SQUARE
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PRESENTED BY
THE TEMPTATIONS
PRESENTED BY
RED RAIDER DAY
3.10.14 ELI
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CHRIS YOUNG
PRESENTED BY
KID’S CLUB DAY YOUND BAND
3.11.14
LEE BRICE
3.12.14 AUSTIN
PRESENTED BY
MAHONE
PRESENTED BY
LONGHORN DAY
3.15.14 KEVIN
FOWLER
3.16.14 DWIGHT
YOAKAM
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America’s Top ProRodeo Athletes
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Compete for
$100 ,000
Super Shootout As one of America’s Top 10 ProRodeos, Rodeo Austin will be bringing the world’s premier athletes to town on March 1, 2014 to compete in the third-annual Rodeo Austin Super Shootout. With $100,000 in prize money up for grabs this year, the stakes are higher, the competition is tougher and the fan experience will be better than ever! An invitation-only event, the Super Shootout features the winners of bareback riding, barrel racing, saddle bronc riding and bull riding from ten of North America’s top rodeos. Fans have the opportunity to root for their favorite cowboys and cowgirls from around the world or rally behind the home team, TEAM RODEO AUSTIN, that includes bareback rider Brian Bain, barrel racer Angie Meadors, saddle bronc rider Chet Johnson, and World Champion bull rider J.W. Harris. This year’s Super Shootout kicks off Rodeo Austin’s 16-day Fair and Rodeo and will be followed by a live concert featuring national recording artist Clay Walker. Join Rodeo Austin for this heart-stopping Super Shootout and legendary concert! Tickets on sale now at RodeoAustin.com.
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Rodeo Austin’s
World Champion Rodeo Austin is proud to sponsor five elite ProRodeo athletes, including 2013 World Champion bull rider J.W. Harris. These athletes are chosen by Rodeo Austin to be ambassadors of the brand, based not only on skill and success in the sport of rodeo, but on character and values. Four-time World Champion Bull Rider J.W. Harris is as humble and down to earth as they get. When asked about his recent success and future goals, Harris responded, “I’ve been lucky to have such success and I
look forward to what the future holds but I don’t want to put a number on it. I don’t want to ride for too long. I just want to go out as a great bull rider.” Of course, life as a ProRodeo athlete can be difficult, and Harris says that staying healthy on the road is his biggest challenge. He pushes himself to grow as a bull rider and loves the sport of rodeo because it gives him the freedom to go wherever he wants and
follow any path. Harris also has a passion for rodeo for reasons beyond the competition. “It is an honor to be supported by an organization with a mission of advancing youth and the western lifestyle. The kids are the future of rodeo and without organizations supporting them and this way of life, there is no future in what I do.” When asked if he has a mantra that he lives by, Harris simply replied, “I just do.”
deo “Kids are the future of ro ns and without organizatio is supporting them and th ture way of life, there is no fu in what I do.”
A Day in the Life of J.w. harris Life as a bull rider can be extreme. When he’s not on the road, Harris spends his time with his wife and children. Even then, he focuses on his job, devoting hours on end to staying in shape and mentally figuring out ways to get better each and every day. Although he says he doesn’t have a set routine, Harris’ schedule while on the road becomes a little more structured – fitting in autographs, interviews, rest and physical preparation. “I don’t do superstitions and I don’t get too worked up. I get to the arena two hours early to prepare and then most importantly, I just have fun.”
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BBQ Auction & Dance Temperatures and spirits were high on the evening of Saturday, January 11, 2014 as guests twostepped through the doors of Austin Music Hall. As music poured from the speakers, the Rodeo Austin BBQ Auction and Dance kicked off the rodeo season. Rows of silent auction items—ranging from a Lammes Candies gift basket to a freshwater pearl necklace - lined the live music hall. Following a BBQ dinner, Rodeo Austin President-Elect Hap Feuerbacher took to the microphone to kick off the evening’s live auction. When the final piece was auctioned off, folks put down their bidder numbers and kicked up their boots to the rock ‘n’ roll beats of Johnny Dee’s Rocket 88’s. The band played everything from oldies to country favorites. After the dance floor cleared and the last winners collected
Johnny Dee’s Rocket 88’s performed classic hits to keep the crowd dancing at the 2014 BBQ Auction & Dance
their prizes of the evening, a significant amount of money was raised in auction items to benefit Rodeo Austin’s mission of Promoting Youth Education - Preserving Western Heritage.
fashion and fine art their best leather dresses and boots to model and answer questions as part of the competition. Following a tough deliberation by the judges, Lisa Lageschaar of Pickton, Texas, was crowned 2014 Miss Rodeo Austin and Bailee Ackerman of Orangefield, Texas, was crowned 2014 Miss Rodeo Austin Princess. Lisa and Bailee each received a $16,000 scholarship and will serve as ambassadors of the Rodeo Austin brand over the next year. The evening concluded with guests invited to the Mezzanine for the announcement of the Youth Western Art Show winners. The top 24 award-winning art pieces will be auctioned off to the highest bidders March 14, 2014 at the Youth Auction, held at the Bullock Texas State History Museum.
Pictured above left to right: 2014 Miss Rodeo Austin, Lisa Lageschaar, poses with 2014 Miss Rodeo Austin Princess, Bailee Ackerman
On Saturday, January 25, 2014, the historic Driskill Hotel took on a Western flair for Rodeo Austin’s Fashion and Fine Art event. The 2014 Youth Western Art Show showcased western-themed art submissions from students across the Lone Star state. Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres as they viewed pieces ranging from a guitar-playing cowboy sketch to a still photo of a windmill at dusk. By 5:30 p.m., the Driskill Ballroom was packed as the coronation of the 2014 Miss Rodeo Austin Scholarship Contest began. The twelve contestants were introduced to the crowd modeling western-themed apparel. As dinner was74th served to the audience, the girls arrived back onstage in Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 2011
Hannah Warwick Grand Champion - Traditional Art
Sadie Williams Reserve Grand Champion - Traditional Art
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Scholar Spotlight As a 2011 Rodeo Austin scholar, Chloe Banks is not your typical scholarship recipient. She chose to give back to the organization that gave to her. The recent University of Texas graduate has completed three Rodeo Austin internships over the years and is currently in her fourth internship as Rodeo Austin’s exhibits intern. Chloe says it’s the positive attitudes in the office that play a major part in her returning each year. “I love the people here,” she said. “They are so kind. The people that I work with are very uplifting and hardworking.” Chloe’s background further adds to her interest in all things Rodeo Austin. “I grew up doing the Rodeo Austin livestock shows and I loved that part of it. And then, being an intern, I’m able to hold onto that a little bit—just in a different aspect.” Chloe attended Austin’s Anderson High School and was the only student in her high school involved in 4-H. This didn’t deter Chloe from competing in livestock shows. The Austin native showed everything including rabbits, lambs, steers and goats. During her high school years, Chloe also served as club president for both Wilbarger Creek 4-H and Travis County 4-H. Prior to enrolling in the University of Texas as a philosophy major, Chloe was awarded a $5,000 Rodeo Austin scholarship. Chloe says that one of the best things
Chloe Banks
about the scholarship was becoming aware of the other facets of Rodeo Austin. “I actually got involved with Rodeo Austin’s annual Gala through my scholarship,” Chloe said. Following this year’s rodeo, Chloe will be moving to South Africa to help establish housing for low-income families. But no matter where she roams, Rodeo Austin is a place she will return. “I’ll definitely still come back and be involved in some capacity of volunteering,” she said. And to indulge in some tasty Rodeo Austin treats. “I get pizza on a stick every year,” Chloe said, recalling the memory with a smile. “I have loved that since I was little.”
Rodeo Austin’s Official Souvenir Shop offers top-quality gear ranging from t-shirts and caps to collectors’ items such as year pins and belt buckles. Rodeo fans can purchase the merchandise at all Rodeo Austin events as well as online at RodeoAustin.com
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Whether you’re a collector looking for unique items or need gift ideas for family and friends, check out Rodeo Austin’s Official Souvenir Shop. located on the Rodeo Arena Mezzanine. BehInd the Chutes
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Class of 2013 Scholarship Recipients $484,000 in scholarships awarded to 45 Texas students
Kyle Atkins Sam Houston State University $8,000
Carson Binford University of Texas $8,000
Amber Boeker University of Texas $8,000
Taylor Brooks Texas A&M University $8,000
Aeris Broussard Huston Tillotson University $8,000
Brandon Cronin Texas A&M University $16,000
Darryl Demps Texas State University $16,000
Eric Duong University of Texas $8,000
Jelisa Fields Texas A&M Univesity $8,000
Brittany Fietsam University of Texas $8,000
Emily Foreman Texas A&M University $16,000
Christina Goldberg University of Texas $16,000
McKenna Greene Miss Rodeo Austin Princess $16,000
Gavin Guadagnoli Austin Community College $4,000
Russell Hutson University of Texas $8,000
Alex Ingram Miss Rodeo Austin $16,000
Samuel Isenberg Texas FFA Foundation $16,000
Hannah Johnson Texas Tech University $16,000
John Marchetti Texas FFA Foundation $16,000
Shelby Maresca Texas Tech University $8,000
Sarah Matthews Texas 4-H Foundation $16,000
Tessa Matus University of Texas $8,000
Victoria McCullough Concordia University Texas $16,000
Anna McSwain Texas 4-H Foundation $16,000
Wesley Meadows Texas A&M University $8,000
Chamonix Mejia Texas Tech University $8,000
Amanda Muehr University of Texas $8,000
Brittini Pavlicek University of Texas $8,000
Tyler Reiley Texas A&M University $8,000
Douglas Richardson Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine $16,000
DeVean Rodriguez Texas State University $8,000
Michelle Rodriguez St. Edwards University $16,000
Cecilia Sanchez Austin Community College $4,000
Abigail Schacherl University of Texas $8,000
Andrew Schultz Austin Community College $4,000
Kasey Seiter Texas A&M University $8,000
Alvaro Silverio St. Edwards University $8,000
Rachel Smith Texas 4-H Foundation $16,000
Brittany Taylor Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine $16,000
Charles Walker Texas Tech University $8,000
Bryce Winfrey Texas Tech University $8,000
“Thank you, Rodeo Austin, for putting your trust in me as a student and helping to fund my education. This generous scholarship plays a monumental role in allowing me to pursue my dreams.” Avery Wolfe 74th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 2011
Avery Wolfe University of Texas $8,000
Bailee Wright West Texas A&M University $8,000
Madison Yandell Texas FFA Foundation $16,000
Tyler Zientara Texas State University $8,000
“Thank you so much for supporting youth across Texas! Without the support of organizations like this, college would not be possible for many students, including myself.” Tyler Reiley Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes
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Save the Dates February 21 march 1-16
Cowboy Breakfast The Long Center Rodeo Austin Travis County Expo Center March 1 Rodeo Austin Super Shootout March 7-8 BBQ Cook-Off March 14 Youth Auction Bullock Texas State History Museum March 14-15 Bullet Proof Blowout Party March 16 Rodeo All Star Series Finals
April 28 May 16
Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Tarry House
Rodeo Round Up Annual Meeting Dr. Charles W. Graham Western Heritage Center
for more information about each event, visit rodeoaustin.com