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K I M E S R A N C H C O M
EXECUTIVE BOARD
STATE PRESIDENT
MICHAEL AKINS
2449 West Line Rd • Whitesboro, TX 76273
940.368.9390 • makins1@yahoo.com
1ST VICE PRESIDENT
JOHN SCHUENEMAN
PO Box 1177 • Madisonville, TX 77864
979.268.4994 • john.schueneman@gmail.com
2ND VICE PRESIDENT
KIRK MATHIS
777 Freeman Cemetary Rd • Lufkin, TX 75904 936.676.3495 • kmathis@cmzlaw.net
SECRETARY/TREASURER
SUSAN BALDWIN 722 Southview Circle • Center, TX 75935 936.590.4447 texashighschoolrodeo@gmail.com
NATIONAL DIRECTOR
MIKE GHORMLEY PO Box 1177 • Madisonville, TX 77864 281.785.0077 mghormley@gmail.com
JUNIOR HIGH NATIONAL DIRECTOR
JOHN SCHUENEMAN 979.268.4994 john.schueneman@gmail.com
MARKETING
HOLLY DELAUNE
73 Breeze Way, Boerne, TX 78006 210.632.3208 delaune.holly@gmail.com
QUEEN COORDINATOR
RACHEL ROBBINS 361.894.5749 rachel.robbins3690@gmail.com
DELEGATES AT LARGE
LARRY DOWELL
370 CR 220 • Marlin, TX 76661 254.715.8814 • fivedowell@gmail.com
DAVID BAUMANN
2 Lindsey Lane • Canyon, Texas 79015 806.206.5466 • david2bar@outlook.com
JUSTIN CLINTON
6901 E 60th • Odessa, Texas 79762 432.238.1848 • jlquarterh@gmail.com
KEVIN MCCREARY 6101 CR 298 • Canyon, Texas 79015 806.674.5601 • fivedowell@gmail.com
GUY YARBROUGH 438 Oates Road • Palmer, Texas 75152 214.906.1595 • guyamy97@yahoo.com
STUDENT OFFICERS thsraofficers@hotmail.com
STUDENT PRESIDENT
Sophia Zimmerman
STUDENT VICE PRESIDENT
Audrey Thibodeaux
STUDENT SECRETARY
McKenzie Speer
QUEEN Kye Tomlinson
WHAT HAPPENED AT THE RODEO!
Sunday Contestant check in , Seniors received scholarships from the THSRA Sponsor team
Hooey backpacks presentation to Region event winners
Trey Johnson spoke during the contestant meeting to motivate the contestants.
Contestants completed their Quanta Passport by visiting and learning about Trade and Career opportunities during the Quanta Trades & Career Fair and received a $100 Visa gift card from Quanta.
2025 Total Church & Lunches Served:
1,375 TJHRA / 1,465 THSRA: 2,840 Total Attendance
Monday Abilene Red Coats hosted a ribbon cutting and BBQ Lunch for the contestants and their families. Abilene presented THSRA a check for $55,000.
Tuesday night Sponsor DinnerTHSRA Student President Sophia Zimmermann gives moving speach about how THSRA has shaped her.
The Quanta Stagecoach came to Abilene!
Wednesay - Contestants put on kids rodeo for younger rodeo fans.
Thursday - McCoy's Mutton Busting saw some big rides!
Friday - WhataRodeo - Crystal Springer, Whataburger Ball
Toss contestant wins Whataburgers for a Year and Whataburger for the entire crowd.
Bloomer Trailer Giveaway and Bill Fick Ford Truck Giveaway! Lots of money raised for THSRA!!
2025 THSRA State Finals results
Rookie
2025-2026 Miss Texas High School Rodeo
NHSRA
TOP 15 IN EACH EVENT: Indicates
National Team Member
MCCULLOCH
ASHLOCK
ELLEN STEWART
HACKLER
ELLEN STEWART*
SADIE PATTERSON*
CRENSHAW
CARNEY
HESS
CHILDERS
LYLES
ETHAN CART photo by Jennings
HAILEY LAWLEY photo by Jennings
JONES
RORRY JOHNSON
JOHNSON
THOMAS O’MARA
TEAM ROPING
1 RANKIN WILLIAMS* 1 CADE SANDSTROM* 3 KAMERON LOUD*
3 TRISTIN BARTON*
5 TRESTON BRAZILE*
5 DENTON PARISH*
5 ZANE STARNS*
5 HEATH HARKINS*
9 GAGE JOURDAN
9 TEVAN BOOKER
9 PASON PATTON
9 HADEN BARROW
13 RILEY SHELTON
13 MATTHEW LEAVITT
15 TRIPP PITTMAN
15 BRODEY CLEMONS
TIE-DOWN
1 KYAN WILHITE*
2 BRODEY CLEMONS*
3 JEFFERY HAYES*
4 KOLTON GRIMSLEY*
5 BODIE WROBLESKI
6 MYLES NIXON
7 BOWEN SANCHEZ
8 DILLON GROTE
8 WYATT EAKIN
10 LAYDEN WYNNL
10 JAXON BEGEMAN
10 TY ROGERS
10 MCCOY MAGIN
14 PACE PLEMONS
14 CLAYTON JONES
14 ROWDY QUATTLEBAUM
TRAP
ROWDY QUATTLEBAUM*
WILL LEMAY*
DALLAS STUART*
KODY SANCHEZ*
LIGHT RIFLE
ELIZABETH HAYES*
CAMPBELL PEGUES*
JACK SHOFNER*
TILDEN SHOFNER*
FT. WORTH STOCKSHOW & RODEO SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
SAN ANTONIO STOCKSHOW & RODEO SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS
Breanna Collier, Braylee Dyer, Tatum Roberts and Barrett Shelton - All Awarded $4,000
Kenley Beck - $10,000, Ethan Cart - $10,000, Dallee Mae Robison - $5,000, Kalli McCoy - $5,000 Brooks Myers - $5,000, Ty Williams - $5,ooo
COTTON GEORGE
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Alee Andrews, Emma Matchett, Cade Metteauer, Sophia Zimmermann - Each Awarded $2,000
GUNNER THAMES
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Braylee Dryer, Breanna Collier, Ty Williams, Brooks Myers, Jordan Lyles, Tatum Roberts, Judd Ross, Jake Ross
WILL & BAILEE
ACKERMAN BYLER
MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
Adisyn Henderson & Jaxon Stoker were both awarded $5,000
DICKSON ALLEN: LEADERSHIP SCHOLARSHIPS
Sophia Zimmermann, Audrey Thibodeaux, McKenzie Speer, Ky Tomlinson
DICKSON ALLEN:
Addyson Kardosz
Barrett Shelton
Kaylee Johnson
WCRA DY Awards $11,000 in Top Hand Bonus at THSRA State Finals Rodeo
The World Champions Rodeo Alliance Division Youth (WCRA DY) made a powerful impact at the 2025 Texas High School Rodeo Association (THSRA) State Finals by awarding $11,000 in cash as part of the inaugural Top Hand Bonus program. This new incentive rewarded the top ten placing rodeo athletes who nominated through the WCRA’s Virtual Rodeo Qualifier (VRQ), offering both financial support and future opportunities for rising rodeo stars.
This year’s Top Hand Bonus recipients were:
Kash Loyd
Kyan Wilhite
Acey Autrey
Ethan Cart
Kali Jo Bannister
Brylee Hardcastle
Drew Ellen Steward
Colton Heron
Tatum Roberts
Dal Pinner
In addition to the $11,000 cash payout, eligible athletes also received a share of $2,500 in VRQ Bucks, which can be redeemed toward future nominations in the WCRA system—further fueling their journey to major youth events like the $55,000 CEAT Rodeo Corpus Christi Division Youth Showcase and the $400,000 Cinch World Championship Junior Rodeo in Guthrie, Oklahoma this July.
“This program is more than a bonus—it’s a bridge,” said a WCRA DY representative. “It’s a bridge to future opportunities, world championship events, and meaningful payouts that can support the next generation of rodeo athletes.”
To qualify, competitors had to nominate Segment DY25 through the WCRA App before the first round of the THSRA State Finals and select their preferred disciplines. Performances were tracked through the VRQ leaderboard system, allowing for fair recognition of outstanding effort across all events.
The Top Hand Bonus program is part of WCRA DY’s ongoing mission to create new paths for youth competitors to succeed at the highest levels of the sport. Since its launch in 2019, WCRA DY has awarded nearly $1 million in new money to youth rodeo athletes across the country.
With opportunities like this, the future of rodeo is not just bright—it’s blazing.
For more information about the WCRA Division Youth program and how to get involved, visit wcrarodeo.com or download the WCRA app.
PERFORMANCE REPORT
Region 1 is “Where the Elite Compete,” and our members certainly showed it at the state finals. In both Gonzales and Abilene, Region 1 athletes made many standout rides and runs across every go round. In total, 14 of our athletes have qualified to Nationals, with nine attending the National Junior High Finals in Des Moines, Iowa, and five competing at the National High School Finals in Rock Springs, Wyoming.
Junior High Qualifiers
Leading off our Junior High Nationals is Cye Franzen of Morse. Cye had an amazing week in Gonzales, and ended up winning the state title in the saddle bronc steer riding, placing 3rd in the bareback steer riding, and receiving the Reserve All Around Champion. Cye was the National Champion Saddle Bronc Rider in 2023, and he is certainly capable of pulling off a repeat title, as he tied the saddle bronc arena record in the short round with a 75 point ride. Joining Cye in the saddle bronc riding is Truitt Harris of Channing. Truitt finished 4th, 5th, and 3rd in the three go rounds to punch his ticket to Nationals for the second time, hoping to repeat his top 20 finish from last year. The rest of our National qualifiers will be making their first trip to the big show this year. Tripp Cameron was the master of consistency, with 12.4 being his longest run and 11.3 his shortest to finish as the Reserve State Champion Calf Roper. In girls goat tying and pole bending, Region 1 had two qualifiers each. Joslyn Kimble and Ridley Cathey finished 3rd and 4th in the goat tying, respectively, and Andrea O’Neil and Austin Sims qualified in the pole bending, Andrea as the state champion and Austin as the 3rd place finisher. Brindle Daly finished her state finals as the 2nd Light Rifle state champion in five years, if that says anything about the quality of the Region 1 shooters. Finally, Talan Cathey tied for Reserve State Champion Boys Breakaway Roper,
and clinched the Rookie All Around Boys title, too. Our Region 1 Junior High contestants were on the top of their game, and we wish all of them good luck in Des Moines.
High School Qualifiers
Our high school national team brought the heat in Abilene! The cutting and reined cow horse events were held the weekend before the start of the state finals, and two of our Region 1 members claimed their spots to Nationals. Tate LeBlanc of Pampa was our first qualifier. Even though he finished 17th in the first round of boys cutting, he battled his way back in by placing 3rd in the second round and winning the short round by 4 ½ points to finish 4th in the state. In the cow horse, Riggin Brents is making his second trip to Nationals from the 3rd place spot. Inside Taylor Telecom Arena, another 3 Region 1 athletes joined the ranks of the National Team, and all for the first time. Kasidy Russell, a senior from Shamrock, didn’t even know
she made it until someone else told her, but her times of 3.22, 3.16, and 4.63 were enough to slide her into the 4th place position on the breakaway team. Our calf roping qualifier, Kolton Grimsley, made a huge jump, moving from 11th call back to 4th in the state, thanks to a 9.67 in the short round. Lastly, Elijah Bolten of Plainview put together a 4th place finish in the second round and a 3rd place check in the short round to claim his spot on the saddle bronc riding team.
Region 1 is proud of all of our national qualifiers. However, we know that there were many capable contestants that did not advance, and they still deserve a huge congratulations for making the state finals. As the summer season sets in, use what you learned from state to grow and improve, whether you are returning to the region rodeo season or moving on to the college, amatuer, or pro level. Those lessons can be the turning point for the next year and the rest of your life.
2025 THSRA STATE FINALS WRAP UP
PERFORMANCE REPORT
By MAKAYLEE MERRITT
Performance Reporter
Excellent job to all of our Region 2 contestants! The 2025 Texas High School and Junior High State Finals was a week full of determination, pressure, and outstanding performances as rodeo athletes battled for their shot at nationals. With months of hard work behind them, many made it to the short round—an impressive feat on its own—but only a select few secured national qualifying spots, proving they’re truly among the best in Texas.
Several high school contestants are now preparing to represent Region 2 at the National High School Finals Rodeo in Rock Springs, Wyoming.
In bareback riding, Wyatt Williams earned a third-place finish with a score of 210. He’s continuing to prepare just like he always does: staying consistent and working hard.
In the speed events, Brylee Hardcastle dominated the barrel racing with a first-place finish and a total time of 50.296. She’s focused on keeping her horse healthy and keeping a positive mindset going into nationals. In pole bending, Miranda Poag secured second place with a time of 61.193, preparing with consistent practice and keeping her horse locked in
SOME OF THE BEST IN TEXAS
on the pattern.
Colee Cox qualified in breakaway roping with a third-place finish and a time of 9.86. She’s training physically with Carly Green’s workouts and mentally with Amy Jacobs’ Mindset Program, staying sharp in and out of the arena.
Cutting was a major success for Region 2 this year. In girls cutting, Shaylee Lemond took first place with a score of 438, while Quealy Probst earned fourth place with a combined score of 857.5. Both athletes are staying focused on getting their horses—and themselves—into peak performance mode. Shaylee’s keeping her horses legged up and ready, while Quealy’s working on her physical strength and staying mentally calm by treating nationals like just another show.
Region 2 made a statement in boys cutting, taking half the national qualifying spots. Carson Wright came out on top with a first-place finish and a score of 432, and Sterling Decker
followed close behind in second with a 428.5. Carson is keeping things simple, sticking to the same prep that’s worked for him all season and reviewing past shows to fine-tune his performance. Sterling’s approach is focused on mindset—studying videos and reminding himself it’s just another run. Both boys are determined to show up and stand out on the national stage.
Region 2’s junior high athletes also had a strong showing and will be heading to Des Moines, Iowa, for the National Junior High Finals Rodeo. In team roping, Gunnar Lemond and Chance Anderson came in first with a time of 20.21. Chance also finished second in saddle bronc with a score of 210. Cooper Wilkerson earned first
in boys breakaway with a total time of 8.56. In boys goat tying, Taos Armstrong finished first with a time of 30.99, and Layne Powell grabbed fourth with 35.27.
We are incredibly proud of every Region 2 contestant who gave it their all—whether they made it to nationals or not. These athletes have shown grit, heart, and sportsmanship throughout the season. While nationals is a huge milestone, the biggest win is showing up, putting in the work, and riding with pride.
Good luck to all of our Region 2 national qualifiers— Wyoming and Iowa better watch out, because y’all are coming in strong!
COOPER WILKERSON
photo by Jennings
GUNNAR LEMOND & CHANCE ANDERSON
photo by Jennings
BRYLEE HARDCASTLE photo by Jennings
CARSON WRIGHT photo by Jennings
When it comes down to it, we’re in the dreams-come-true business. Especially when it’s helping people get a loan for land for their farm or ranch, for recreation or for a future homesite. You see, no one knows rural Texas better than us. We’ve been at it for more than 100 years, and we have the lending power to see it through. Go ahead and pinch yourself, this part isn’t a dream.
By HADLEY SPENCE – Performance Reporter
Region 3 really showed up at the Texas High School State Finals, proving that we are the toughest region in the state, winning the region competition and $5000 bonus money. Starting off this state finals in the trap shooting, we sent Will Lemay to Nationals as our reserve state champion along with Dallas Stuart. In the Girls Cutting, we sent Preslie Green to Nationals. Hailey Lawley won round 1 and 2 of the Reined Cow Horse and advanced to the short go where she was titled the 2025 Reined Cow Horse state champion. We are also excited to be sending Quealy Probst with Lawley to Nationals. As we kicked the rodeo week off, we started in the bareback riding. Every bareback rider we sent to state, Kash Loyd, Westen Chandler, Tristin Flinn, and Eli Espy, all made it to the short go. Congratulations boys! Kash Loyd sure did stand out this week, winning both rounds going into the short go with 153 on two. Loyd dominated in the short round to be named THSRA 2025 bareback riding champion and to win a trip to Nationals with Westen Chandler. Loyd is now a 2x THSRA bareback riding champion and we can’t wait to see what he does at Nationals this year. Next to the barrel racing, where Rinley Rawlins, Tana Trosper, and Addison Webster all advanced to the short go. Rinley Rawlins was the true stand out for region 3. Rawlins finished 2nd in the average in barrels, sending herself to the pay window and Rock Springs for the 2025 NHSRA Finals. In the breakaway Quealy Probst went into the short go 6th in the average with a 6.080 on 2 head. Congratulations Probst! In the Tie Down Roping four contestants from Region 3 advanced to the short go, Kyan Wilhite, Brodey Clemons, Treston Brazile, and Myles Nixon. Wilhite won
Region III State Wrap-Up
both rounds to go into the short go with a 15.950 on 2 head and to bring home the 2025 THSRA Tie Down Roping championship. Right behind Wilhite was Brodey Clemons who went into short go 2nd in the average with a 18.430 on 2 head. Clemons was crowned the 2025 THSRA Reverse Champion and headed to nationals with Wilhite. Region 3 excelled in the saddle bronc. Both our saddle bronc riders we sent to short go, made it to nationals. Congratulations Dylan Ouzts and Dal Pinner. Dylan Ountz also won the 1st round. Congratulations Ouzts! In the goat tying we sent Region 3’s all around cowgirl, Kameryn White, to the short go where she advanced to Nationals. In the team roping we sent 3 teams to the short round, Treston Brazile/Denton Parish, Reed Volf/Ryder Volf, and Brodey Clemons/Tripp Pittman. Brodey Clemons and Tripp Pittman made up for what they didn’t get done in the first round by winning the second round of the team roping. But Brazile and Parish came out on top, winning themselves a trip to Wyoming. The pole bending was salty this year but Region 3 sent two pole benders into short go, Hevenli Scribner and Hayden Jefferies. The bull riding was one to watch with our own Cameron Tune and Jack Mitchell advancing to the short round. Mitchell did what had to be done to win himself a trip to Nationals. We are proud to say that one of our own, Hailey Lawley, was crowned the 2025 Girls All Around Champion and her horse, Stud Muffin as the Girls Horse of the Year. All and all Region 3 had a great week at the Texas High School Rodeo Association 2025 Finals and we are proud of everyone that made it to state and we wouldn’t want any other group of kids representing us!
RINLEY RAWLINS
PERFORMANCE REPORT
By KOLBY TURNER – Performance Reporter
Texas State Finals are a wrap and Region IV is proud to be sending the following athletes to National Finals: TJHRA
Finalists Cash O’Neal, Trustin Sauter, Ketch Myers and Slade Moody and THSRA Finalists
Tristan Bowles, Avontis Williams, Tristin Barton and Kam Loud
State Champion Tristan Bowles set a goal to do her best at State Finals. Tristan stated, “I was so excited to qualify for State and every run on my mare Allie is a blessing.” Tristan retired Allie from barrels last summer. While in the practice pen Tristan discovered Allie would cruise through the poles and decided to run her at Region IV. State brought new challenges for Tristan and Allie. At nineteen, keeping Allie comfortable all week required some extra care. Their Round 1 time was slower than their goal but they faced that challenge head on winning Round 2. When asked about her favorite run Bowles replied, “Our finals run. It was a cool experience to hear the announcer call out I was State Champion. In that moment I realized how many people are behind me and that through Christ I can do all things.” Tristan is thankful for
Region IV Facing the Challenge
the support of her family, friends and Region IV family. She is looking forward to facing the challenge of Nationals stating with confidence “Let’s bring back number 10 Texas!”
State Champion Avontis Williams wanted to be a cowboy from a young age and his PawPaw Michael Dye, a professional bull rider, was his inspiration. His PawPaw told him “If you want to be a professional bull rider get in the arena and challenge that bull. If you win, that’s your title, and no one can take that away from you.” Avontis shared, “It broke my heart when my PawPaw passed away. I just didn’t understand why. I have to keep riding to keep his legacy alive in me.” Avontis set goals for State to stay focused and earn the title. Scooby turned out to be his biggest challenge but Williams didn’t give in. He faced the challenge head on and was the only cowboy to ride all three bulls. Avontis shared he is thankful for his biggest supporters, his GranMom Myrna and bonus mother Kasie Loud. When asked about Nationals he stated “I feel good about representing Texas at National Finals.” He is ready to face his next challenge!
Reserve Champion Team Ropers Tristin Barton and Kam Loud knew they had to stay aggressive and rope sharp Finals week. They met the challenge with confidence making solid runs in Round 1 and 2. Barton stated, “The Short Go ended up being our biggest challenge. My horse was a little wide and I reached a little but threw a pretty loop. Kam got in there and we made a good sharp run finishing as Reserve Champs.” Barton and Loud are thankful for the support from their families and they are ready to face the challenge of helping Texas win Nationals again.
Seniors Sawyer Bell and Kaylee Johnson found themselves facing mental challenges as they strived for the
Short Go. Bell shared, “My biggest challenge was getting over my mental block in this arena. I just focused on doing what I practiced and placed fourth in Round 1 to secure my Short Go spot in the steer wrestling.” Johnson stated, “I struggled with staying confident as to whether I could stay clean and consistent throughout my runs. Round 2 was my fastest barrel run of the week and helped land me in the Short Go.” Bell and Johnson both proved mental toughness plays a big role in overcoming challenges. They are both confident their high school rodeo experiences will help them overcome future challenges in college and as they further their rodeo careers.
We are so proud of all our Region IV athletes. Good luck to those headed to Nationals and best wishes to all of our seniors. Keep facing those challenges!
DR. TANDY FREEMAN
TRISTIN BARTON & KAM LOUD
TRISTAN BOWLES
SAWYER BELL
AVONTIS WILLIAMS
photo by Jennings
The folks at McCoy’s Building Supply understand that it takes a lot of hard work and the whole family pitching in to get things done on a farm or ranch. That’s why we’d like to take some time out to salute Texas High School Rodeo Association families who are farmers and ranchers. In our monthly Farm & Ranch Family Spotlight, we’ll feature one family, sharing their story of how they work together as a family to make their farm or ranch successful. The spotlight will run for 10 months; each month will feature a different Region. Each Regional McCoy’s Farm and Ranch Family will receive a $100 McCoy’s Gift Card. The McCoy’s Farm and Ranch Family of the Year received a $500 McCoy’s Gift Card and was announced at the 2025 THSRA State Finals.
CFarm & Ranch Family of the year! The Faske Family of Region VII
by Hannah Watts
ongratulations to the Faske Family, Region 7’s McCoy’s Farm and Ranch Family.
Jay and Suzanne Faske, of Burton, Texas, have built a unique and beautifully diverse family with 28 adopted children from seven countries and three ‘homemade’ children. Jay and Suzanne, fueled by their strong faith and desire to make a difference, have welcomed children from India, Russia, China, Kazakhstan, Ethiopia, Colombia, and the United States. Some of their children face special medical needs, and over the years, the Faskes have provided them with life-saving medical care and surgeries.
The Faskes’ home is Vida Nueva Ranch, meaning “New Life Ranch,” in Burton, Texas, a place dedicated to giving their children a new beginning. They raise Texas Longhorn cattle, Brangus cattle, Quarter Horses, and Nigerian Dwarf goats. Jay, a fourth-generation jeweler, has continued the family legacy with the jewelry business with JH Faske Jewelers in Brenham, Texas. Suzanne and their children help run the ranch. The ranch is a labor of love where everyone pitches in to care for the land and livestock.
Jay, Joshua, Sarah, and Rachel, along with Gabriella part-time, work at JH Faske Jewelers. Jay and Joshua create custom pieces, Sarah is a gemologist and assistant manager, and Rachel handles marketing for both the jewelry store and the ranch. On the ranch, everyone has daily responsibilities, from feeding animals and building fences to managing medical needs and handling farrier work. Jonathan and Joshua even trim and shoe the horses, and each of the kids maintains the stalls, waterers, and pastures.
Though most of the Faske children are now grown, they still have nine kids at home, six of whom are active in junior high and high school rodeo. The oldest, Jonathan, is a senior specializing in tie-down and team roping, while his younger sister Bethany, a junior, excels in breakaway roping, team roping, and goat tying. Freshman Gabriella is a versatile competitor in barrels, poles, breakaway roping, and goat tying, showcasing her skills across multiple events. Eighth-grade twins Cherish and Sophia each have unique strengths, with Cherish focused on breakaway roping, goat
tying, and team roping, while Sophia balances a lineup of barrels, poles, breakaway roping, ribbon roping, goat tying, and team roping. The youngest, Caleb, in seventh grade, is already making a name for himself in chute dogging, breakaway roping, tie-down roping, team roping, ribbon roping, and boys’ goat tying. This level of commitment to rodeo sports is a testament to the Faske family’s deep-rooted passion and work ethic, with each child contributing to their collective rodeo legacy..
For the Faskes, ranching is more than a livelihood; it’s a way to pass down values of faith, work ethic, and stewardship. They teach their children to honor God, care for family, and look after the land and animals with diligence and compassion. Every member of the family learns essential skills in ranching and business, equipping them for adulthood and encouraging them to give back.
This year, the family joined the Texas High School Rodeo Association (THSRA) for the first time, a decision they almost delayed due to concerns over readiness and cost. Yet, their experience has been transformative. Caleb, currently leading the Junior High Boys’ All-Around, and Sophia, ranked second in the Junior High Girls’ All-Around, have achieved unexpected success and built lasting friendships. The THSRA community has embraced the Faskes, turning competitors into supporters and mentors.
Jonathan’s story is especially inspiring. Diagnosed with Severe Hemophilia A, a condition where his blood doesn’t clot normally, Jonathan spent much of his childhood in a wheelchair due to joint bleeds. In 2018, a new medication gave him the freedom to live a more active life. He now competes in rodeo events like tie-down roping, an incredible achievement for someone once unable to walk unaided.
The Faskes’ journey reflects an unwavering commitment to family and faith, one that has grown far beyond what Jay and Suzanne initially envisioned. Their story of adopting 28 children, building a life together on a ranch, and helping their children find healing and purpose is a testament to resilience and love. Being Chosen as Region 7’s McCoy’s Farm and Ranch Family is an honor for the Fakes Family.
PERFORMANCE REPORT
By ALLIE CALCOTE – Performance Reporter
As the 24-25 Rodeo season comes to an end, Region V appreciates all the rodeo athletes who help make us the biggest, baddest, and the best. Looking over the TJHRA State Finals, Region V showed up and showed out, having 16 contestants in the short go and ending with 5 State Champions and 9 National Qualifiers.
Lufkin, Texas native, Bella Bardwell is no stranger to the winner's circle. The newly crowned 2025 Reserve All-Around Cowgirl had a very memorable state finals. After a strong week of rodeo; Bella pulled through, winning the average and state title for the Girls Goat Tying. That's not all; staying in Lufkin, with the help of her ribbon roping partner, Colt Sanders, Sanders and Bardwell put three runs together, ending with over a 2-second lead, making them the 2025 Ribbon Roping State Champions.
After an exciting start to his short go, Colt had another job to finish. Alongside his team roping partner, Brance Dial, Sanders and Dial crushed the competition with their consistency and split the short round win, adding the Team Roping Reserve State Champion Title under their belts.
Multi-event cowgirl Alaina Dean, from Joaquin, Texas, got a piece of the 2025 TJHRA State Finals, heading to nationals in two events. Alaina placed 4th overall in the Girls Breakaway, qualifying her for the NJHRF. It didn't stop here; after three rounds of goat tying competition, Dean finished second in the average, crowning her the Reserve Girls Goat Tying State Champion.
From Nacogdoches, Texas, the 8th grader, Hadley Owens, topped off her final year with the sweetest victory of her season. After winning the
The Biggest, The Baddest, Set to Conquer
Breakaway Roping for Region V, a state title was next. Owens had two calves roped, earning her a top 10 spot in the short go. After a super-fast short round win, she climbed her way to the top, making her the 2025 Girls Breakaway Roping State Champion.
Next up, Region V's Reserve All-Around Cowboy, Tripp Moss from Jasper, Texas, made his appearance at the 2025 TJHRA State Finals. Battling it out all week, Tripp was able to put two runs together, qualifying him for the short round of the Tie-Down Roping, finishing with a solid run, giving him a fourth-place finish. Moss punched his ticket for the NJHRF.
Texas's very own, Elly Lout, had an amazing week in Gonzales. Lout and her team of horses took the stage of the 2025 State Finals. After competing all week, Elly came back high call in the Barrel Racing, placing third in the short round, finishing as the State Champion Barrel Racer.
Let's talk about this next cowgirl, Maggie Lee, the rookie cowgirl from Bossier City, Louisiana, who made her debut at the 2025 TJHRA State Finals. After crushing the competition all week long, Lee put together three speedy, fast, and solid runs to finish out as the Reserve State Champion Pole Bender.
Louisiana native, Kolbyn Portie, finished up his 2025 rodeo season, covering two of his bulls, placing 4th in the state. Portie will head to the NJHRF to represent Team Texas in the Bull Riding.
After a long week in Abilene, Region V had 3 members make the Short Round and 2 National Qualifiers!
The Steer Wrestling was action-packed all week, especially for Natchitoches, Louisiana senior Tatum Roberts. Roberts threw two steers down in the long rounds, qualifying him for the short round. After a fourth-place finish, Tatum ended his high school career as the Reserve State Champion!
Jacksonville’s Kalli Jo Bannister had an outstanding State Finals. Coming into the short round second highcall, Bannister roped a 2.14 to win the short round, securing her spot to nationals and being both the Average and State Champion Breakaway Roper. Congratulations, Region V wishes you the best of luck as you make your journeys to Des Moines and Rock Springs. Way to go, contestants!
The 25-26 season is approaching fast, follow Region V’s Facebook pages for all the needed information or contact our secretary, Mrs. Susan Baldwin, with any questions or concerns. Region V hopes to see you August 23rd, 2025, at the Get Acquainted Rodeo in Lufkin to kick off the season. Good luck; remember to be the biggest, the baddest, and the best!
TATUM ROBERTS
photo by Jennings
KALLI JO BANNISTER
photo by Jennings
Last week we finished up the 2024-2025 Texas State High School Finals Rodeo in Abilene. A few weeks before we also finished the Texas Junior High State Finals. These Region VI cowboys and cowgirls had an overall great state finals as we are sending seven Junior High contestants onto Des Moines, Iowa. We are sending State Champion, Hudson Armstrong, in the chute dogging as well as Tripp Jaroszewski. Smiley McGinnis and Willie Walling in the bull riding, our State Champion in the bareback Willie Walling along with our Reserve Champion Jace James. Another one of our State Champions Cash Friesenhahn in the
Region VI Ready for Nationals!
tiedown roping, and light rifle shooters Clayton Warner and Smiley McGinnis. Last but not least for Junior High, Region VI is so proud to have Catie Cerny representing as our state secretary! Region VI also had a great week in Abilene starting off with crowning our very own Taylor Martin as the new Miss THSRA! We are also so proud of Audrey Thibodeaux on becoming the State President! Region VI will be sending eight very talented people to Rock Springs, Wyoming in just a few weeks. We will be represented by Barrett Shelton in the steer wrestling, Natalie Ohrt in the barrel racing, our State Champions Rankin Williams and Cade Sandstrom in the team roping, as well as Heath Harkins and Zane Starns; Clayann Holbrook in the pole bending, and Sadie Patterson in the goat tying. A huge congratulations to all of our National Qualifiers, your time and dedication does not go unnoticed and we are so proud to send such a great group of kids on to Nationals!
A WORD FROM OUR STATE PRESIDENT!
Audrey Thibodeaux is our new 2025-2026 State President! She served as last year's State Vice President and represented us so well! Audrey got the opportunity to visit some amazing places. One of her favorite trips was to the San Antonio Rodeo where she had the privilege of visiting Hooey. Audrey and the rest of the student officers got to go behind the scenes and even design their own custom hats. Audrey kept a very busy schedule all year between school, 4-H, sports, and her role as THSRA Vice President. Although it was challenging for her having to balance all of these activities she would not have traded these experiences for anything! If anyone is interested in running for a student office, here is some advice that Audrey has left for you. “If I could give one piece of advice to anyone thinking about running for office, it would be to never give up. Have an open mind, stay willing to learn, and always be ready to help others when they need it.” Audrey ran for office her freshman year and was not elected. She did not let that stop her the next year and decided to run again and became our Vice President. Audrey said, “Your journey may have setbacks, but perseverance, kindness, and a desire to serve others will always move you forward.”
Region VI is so proud of Audrey and all that she has accomplished being our state Vice President. We wish her the best of luck as she now represents us as our new State President.
GOOD LUCK CONTESTANTS!
Being able to compete at the National High School Finals is a dream so many rodeo kids have. The opportunity to compete in front of the entire United States and other nations and represent the great state of Texas is such a great experience. Texas has won as a team for the last 9 years, which is already a national record. So as we send some of the very best from Region VI to nationals, we wish them the best of luck on bringing home that 10th national title in a row!
CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: BARRETT SHELTON, SADIE PATTERSON, RANKIN WILLIAMS & CADE SANDSTROM, NATALIE OHRT
AUDREY THIBODEAUX
PERFORMANCE REPORT
By BRYCE JOHNSON – Performance Reporter
Region 7 showed up to the THSRA State Finals with true American Pride starting with the stands being decked out in red, white, and blue. It was a true celebration of an All American Rodeo and inspired by Cash Cockrum’s mom, Amanda.
Region 7 competitors brought home top awards at the Texas High School Rodeo Association (THSRA) State Finals, with several earning national qualifications and alternates. Jeffery Hayes (Calf Roping), Anthony Hatchett (Bull Riding), Josey Sikorski-Bell (Girls Cutting), and Jackson Poole (Reined Cow Horse) all secured qualifications for the National High School Rodeo Finals. Earning Nationals Alternate recognition were Ally Ernest in Girls Breakaway and Sadie Howell in Goat Tying.
At the Texas Junior High Rodeo Association State Finals, Region 7 had four contestants earning spots at Nationals. Charlie Sohrt qualified in Barrel Racing, while Jermaine Walker and Korbyn Barnett secured their spots in Ribbon Roping. Brody Broughton earned his place in Light Rifle. In addition to the qualifiers, Jaxon Wahlberg received the Bex Award, recognizing him as the hardest-working and most respectful contestant.
Region 7 also celebrated some exciting statelevel honors. Larkin Miller was crowned Miss TJHRA Rodeo Princess. Katie Clements was elected TJHRA State President, and Trevor Bentley was elected THSRA State Vice President, both earning leadership roles for the upcoming rodeo season. We were super excited to hear the Faske Family was honored with the
That’s a Wrap
pictures - clockwise from top left: Razi Cook, Tug-OWar; Kid’s Rodeo; Stands decked out in Red, White & Blue; Parent Ribbon Roping Pics; Quanta Team; Volleyball Reserve Champions
McCoy’s Family of the Year Award.
Region 7 Junior High Contestant participated in many events throughout the State Finals week. Region 7 was crowned the Volleyball Reserve Champions. We had several families participate in the Parent Ribbon Roping. Jaxon and Lauren Wahlberg made the fastest run from Region 7 and took home the side pot. Razi Cook took tug-o-war to a whole new level, pulling off a surprise split mid-match! She said, “I was trying to pull but my feet just kept slipping.” Everyone enjoys the meal and fun at the tent. Big thank you to the Martinez, Joines, Wahlberg, Clements, and Barnett families for organizing and managing the Region 7 tent. It was true Seven Come Eleven style!
Both JH and HS Finals one thing was for sure, purple never looked so good. A big thank you to Hooey and Tracy Ehlinger for the awesome shirts! Whether we were competing in the arena, at the Quanta Career Fair, or at the Kid’s Rodeo, Region 7 stood out and looked sharp doing it!
Thank you and farewell to our 2024–2025 Officers for your dedication and leadership all year long. High School Officers: President Jeremy Graeber and Secretary Payton Tulloch Junior High Officers: President Kati Clements, Vice President Brooke Baranowski, and Secretary Charlie Sohrt. You guys did a great job.
That’s a wrap on the 2024-2025 season! Best of luck to the Nationals Team! We will be rooting for you.
Psalm 20:7 Some Trust in chariots and some in horses, but we trust in the name of the Lord our God.
pictures - clockwise from top left: Charlie Sohrt, Brody Broughton, Jermain and Korbyn, Jackson Poole, Josey Sikorski-Bell, Jeffery Hayes, Anthony Hatchett
By Brylen Beicker – Performance Reporter
Congratulations Hadley Durbin and Maverick Drinkard on qualifying for the National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR)! Way to go — your hard work is showing!! Good luck in Des Moines Iowa.
Region 8 also is sending an outstanding group to Rock Springs Wyoming our National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSRA) qualifiers include Campbell Peagus (Light Rifle), Jack Shofner (Light Rifle), Tilden Shofner(Light Rifle), Avery Wardlaw (Pole bending) Caylee Durbin(Breakaway), Enoch Hall (Bulls), Acey Autrey (Goat Tying)
For the second year in a row, Region
BIG CONGRATS to Region VIII’s NATIONAL QUALIFIERS!
VIII has dominated the Light Rifle event at the THSRA State Finals, with three out of the four national qualifiers coming from Region 8. This impressive back-to-back achievement isn’t an easy feat so congratulations to Campbell Peagus, Jack Shofner, and Tilden Shofner!
A huge congratulations to Hadley Durbin (NJHFR Qualifier) and Caylee Durbin (NHSRA Qualifier) on a very impressive accomplishment — both qualified for nationals in breakaway, on the same amazing horse!
Congratulations Acey Autrey for claiming the title of State Champion Goat Tyer for the second year in a row! She was the 2024 TJHRA STATE CHAMPION GOAT TYER & now the 2025 THSRA STATE CHAMPION GOAT TYER
To all the Region 8 competitors Congratulations, You’ve earned your spot among the best. Your perseverance and passion is what makes Region VIII So Proud! We’ll be cheering for yall!
Good luck at nationals!
photo by Jennings
ACEY AUTREY
Region IX
PERFORMANCE REPORT
By MaryJo Riley – Performance Reporter
Ethan Cart isn’t just closing the chapter on his involvement in the Texas High School Rodeo Association (THSRA)
– he is doing it with a state championship under his belt. The East Chambers High School graduating senior from Hampshire, Texas, is headed to the National High School Rodeo (NHSRA) Finals this July, capping off his final year in the THSRA Region IX with determination.
“It just means a lot to see all the hard work and hours put in paid off,” Cart said.
“I am blessed to be able to represent the greatest state known to mankind.”
The 2025 NHSRA Finals, set for July 13-19th, 2025, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. This summer will mark his second trip to the national finals, but this one carries special weight - it’s his last ride as a high school competitor.
Cart’s journey to this accomplishment has not been without hurdles. Cart said he faced some challenges this season.
“Just finding consistency in my bronc riding and keeping confidence through the hard times,” Cart said.
But the payoff was worth it. Cart walked away from the THSRA State Finals as the All-Around Champion, an achievement years in the making.
“That has been a goal of mine for 4 years,” Cart said. “I won it in the 8th grade in my last year at the Texas Junior High Rodeo Association Finals and I won it my senior year in my last year of Texas High School Rodeo Finals. We waited ‘till the last minute,
Ethan Cart Ends THSRA Career as a State Champion, Headed to Nationals
but we got it done.”
His short-round ride of 71 points secured his spot at nationals, but meaningful memories were made inside and outside the arena.
“My favorite memories were making the short round in two events and making lifelong memories with my friends,” Cart said.
As he prepares for his next chapter, Cart plans to attend Sam Houston State University and join the college’s rodeo team, where he’ll continue saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, and team roping— all with his sights set on professional rodeo. He also hopes to inspire the next generation of rodeo athletes.
“That has been a goal of mine for 4 years,” Cart said. “I won it in the 8th grade in my last year at the Texas Junior High Rodeo Association Finals and I won it my senior year in my last year of Texas High School Rodeo Finals. We waited ‘till the last minute, but we got it done.”
By RAELYNE MARTIN – Performance Reporter
As the ’24 –’25 season closes in, we want to congratulate all of the State and National Qualifiers. Now, let’s reflect on the experiences from our very own Region X contestants.
Blake Andrews (12) competed in her Rookie year and overcame challenges with a horse change mid–season. Blake qualified for the State Finals in Jr. High Barrels, on her horse Blaze. Her Favorite memory at the Jr High State Finals Rodeo was running down the Alley Way, and is looking forward to next season with Region X JR High Rodeo, in hopes to qualify for state again.
Sydni Rae Jones (14) is a 4 time TJHSRA State Qualifer. She competed at the state level this year, in both Barrels & Ribbons. Sydni faced the devastating loss of her horse, at the beginning of the Region X Rodeo season. She then overcame the struggles faced with learning her new horse Strider. Her favorite memory at the Jr High State Finals was meeting new people. Sydni Rae advanced to Jr. High National Finals Rodeo in Ribbons with her Partner Hagan Hale. She is looking forward to getting to know her horse Strider even more in the upcoming Region X Rodeo season.
Trigg Isbell (13) also competed in his rookie year with Region X this year. He qualified for the Jr. High State Finals on his horse Socks in Breakaway Roping. His favorite memory at state this year was watching all of the events. He has his goal set for the upcoming season to qualify for Nationals.
WRAPPING UP THE 2024 - 2025 SEASON
Paisley Foegelle (16) is a 5 time THSRA State Qualifier. She qualified this year on her horses Little Man & Duke in Breakaway and Team Roping. Paisley placed 5th in the State for Team Roping this year, and was the only girl to make the short go in that event. Her favorite memories at State Finals this year was getting to see all of her friends from our Region & others. She said, she missed her Dad this year but she had her sister, her
biggest supporter in and out of the arena! Paisley reflected on past memories of Nationals when they all decorated their trailer’s and golf carts with everything TEXAS, and flying the Sponsor Flags proudly!
As we tip our hats to the ’24 –’25 season, we look forward to seeing what the ’25 – ’26 season has to offer for both of our Region X Jr. High & Highschool contestants. Best of luck to all, and look forward to seeing everyone at our first rodeo on Sept 13th & 14th.
TRIGG ISBELL
BLAKE ANDREWS
SYDNI RAE JONES
PAISLEY FOEGELLE
2025 Whatakid of the Year
TATUM ROBERTS
by Hannah Watts
Congratulations to Tatum Roberts Region 5’s Whatakid. This 17-year-old from Natchitoches, Louisiana, has been deeply involved in rodeo since the eighth grade. Some of Tatum’s favorite competitions include the Ote Berry’s Junior Steer Wrestling World Championship, Texas high school state finals and Junior World in Vegas.
One of Tatum’s proudest moments came last year at the Junior World, where he not only won a significant amount of money but also placed in the top four of the 16 and under incentive and the top 20 overall. His rodeo journey has been marked by consistent performance, having qualified for the state finals three times. Currently, Tatum is ranked 25th in the Ote Berry’s standings. Tatum currently rides four of his seven horses, with two specifically trained for steer wrestling and the other two for roping. Bob, one of his primary horses, was acquired 2.5 years ago from South Dakota. Initially, Bob was a bit green and had a tendency to buck, but through patience and training, Tatum has turned him into a reliable partner in competition.
Preacher, another important horse in Tatum’s arsenal, was Tatum’s first bulldogging horse but suffered an injury during Tatum’s freshman year at the state finals. After a long recovery, Preacher recently returned to competition, and Tatum proudly ran his first steer with him just a few weeks ago, securing second place at a high school rodeo.
by a close family friend, where he does everything from boiling crawfish to driving trucks. During the off-season, Tatum finds other work, such as assisting with waterfront construction or farm labor for his uncle. His schedule is always packed, but Tatum thrives on staying busy and constantly learning new skills.
When he’s not working or rodeoing, Tatum enjoys hunting and fishing, with duck hunting being a particular favorite. These hobbies provide a relaxing counterbalance to his otherwise hectic life.
Tatum’s days are a blend of hard work, school, and rodeo practice. He typically starts his day between 5:00 and 7:00 AM, feeding his horses before diving into either schoolwork or chores around the house. As a senior at a school that operates two days a week, Tatum finishes his classes by 11:00 AM, giving him plenty of time to focus on his rodeo training and other responsibilities.
When he’s not attending school, Tatum works a variety of jobs depending on the season. From January to June, he helps out at T Johnny’s, a crawfish business owned
“I’ve already got everything ready for opening day of dove season,” said Tatum. Looking ahead, Tatum plans to attend Texas A&M Commerce, where he will join the rodeo team. He’s excited about the future and envisions a career in business, possibly selling insurance or running his own enterprise. With his strong work ethic and clear goals, Tatum is set on making his dreams a reality.
Tatum lives by the motto: “Surround yourself with like-minded people who support your goals,” said Tatum. He believes that the company you keep has a profound impact on your success and happiness. Inspired by his father’s advice to avoid negative influences, Tatum strives to be around those who share his drive and ambition.
Tatum’s hero is his father, who has been a guiding force in his life, teaching him the values of hard work, responsibility, and integrity. He also looks up to Tyler Waguespack, a legendary bulldogger, whose approach to the sport and life in general has inspired Tatum to push himself to new heights. “Tyler Waguespack is basically the Tom Brady for our sport,” said Tatum.
This Whatkid is not just a young rodeo athlete; he is a testament to the power of determination, the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive people, and the value of hard work. “I am extremely honored to represent my region as the Whatkid,”said Tatum.
MEREDITH WROBLESKI
2025 TJHRA STATE CHAMPION ALL AROUND COWGIRL
2025 TJHRA STATE FINALS RESULTS
WHATABURGER WHAT HAPPENED AT THE RODEO
WHAT HAPPENED AT THE RODEO!
SO MUCH FUN WAS HAD AT THE 2025 TJHRA STATE FINALS!!!
BEX GLASSES
Jaxon Wahlberg - helped in the arena every performance when not up
CRISIS FUND SCHOLARSHIP
Cade Randley
TUG OF WAR Region 5
VOLLEYBALL Region 9 PARENT RIBBON ROPING
1 Dawson & Brooke Brooks 6.84
2 Payzlee & Justin Ware 7.34
3 Griffin & Meagan Pressinger 7.34
WHATAREGION
Region 5 Champions
Region 9 Reserve Champion
Whataburger French Fry Toss contestant Desmond Johnson won Whataburger for an entire year & won Whataburger for the spectators!
Crossroads rodeo ministry daily free lunch speaker series was a hit!
2025 State Junior High Division Finals Results
All-Around Cowboy – Chance Anderson All-Around Cowgirl – Meredith Wrobleski
Rookie Cowboy
Talan Cathey
1 Willie Walling *
2 Jace James * not attending Nationals 3 Cye Franzen * 4 Maverick Drinkard * 5 David Westbrook * alt going to Nationals 6 Tate White
7 Urbano Garza BARRELS
1 Elly Lout *
2 Meredith Wrobleski * 3 Charlie Sohrt * 4 Riverly Rawlins * 5 Branley Toon 6 Hayva Hawkins
7 Catie Cerny
8/9 Raylee Springer
8/9 Kynli Bannister
10 Alaina Dean
11/12 Aubrey Saggione
11/12 Brittan Hill
13 Maggie Lee
14 Daniella Salyer
BREAKAWAY BOYS
1 Cooper Wilkerson *
2/ 3 Clay Pate *
Rookie Cowgirl Hardi Herring
TJHRA Princess Larkin Miller
Boys Horse
of the Year:
Trent Begner - JBS Money Maker (M&M)
Girls Horse of the Year:
Kennzie Nixon - Troys Shine (Rosey)
TOP 15 IN EACH EVENT: Indicates National Team Member
2/ 3 Talan Cathey *
4 Ketch Myers *
5 Rhett Brough
6 Raymond Riley
7 Taos Armstrong
8 Jagger Nationa
9/10/11 Ryder Davis
9/10/11 Coy Chapman
9/10/11 Pate PHillips
12 MIles Mueller
13/ 14 Haustin Hale
13/ 14 Zane Cadell
15/16/17/18 Heath Emmons
15/16/17/18 Wyatt Coldewey
15/16/17/18 Brazos Lenox
15/16/17/18 Ronald Korczynski
BREAKAWAY GIRLS
1 Hadley Owens *
2 Brynn Coy *
3 Hadley Durbin *
4 Alaina Dean *
5 Ella Hanes
6/ 7 Lola Parnell
6/ 7 Turner Tinney
8 Adelaida Gutierrez
9/10/11 Kynli Bannister
9/10/11 Harlee Clark
9/10/11 Tinsley Dillingham
12 Kyleigh Davis
13 Bella Bardwell
14 Blake Weekley
15 Charlie Sohrt
BULL RIDING
1 Slade Moody *
2 Smiley McGinnis *
3 Willie Walling *
4 Kolbyn Portie *
5 Tres Martinez
6 Grady Holstein
7 Cope Pope
8 Teagan Stermer
9 Trig Smith
10 Urbano Garza
11 Jace James
12 William Rodriguez
13/ 14 Thomas Marberry
13/ 14 Myles Wolf
CHUTE DOGGING
1 Hudson Armstrong *
2/3 Cash O’Neal *
.2/3 Lucas Dunn *
4/5 Tripp Jaroszewskil *
.4/5 Trustin Sauter *
6/7 Wesley Barker
6/7 Gib Glover
8 Maverick Drinkard
9 Tripp Moss
10 Trent Boegner
11 Case Rodgers
12/13 Chase Johnson
12/13 Camden Priest
14/15 Grady Holstein
14/15 Cash Wallis
GOAT TYING BOYS
1 Taos Armstrong *
2 Heath Emmons *
3 Layne Ppowell *
4 Pete Scarmardo *
5 Talan Cathey
6 Hudson Armstrong
7 Rhett Brough
8/ 9 Jaxon Wahlberg
8/ 9 Cimarron Sanchez
10 Trent Boegner
11 Royce Siemsen
12 Hank Minter
13/14 Brance Dial
13/14 Colt Sanders
15/16 Ryker Dean
15/16 Kason Harris
1 Bella Bardwell *
2 Alaian Dean *
3 / 4 Joslyn Kimble *
3 /4 Ridley Cathey *
5 Jessie Foley
6 Blyss Bracewell
7 Kennzie Nixon
8 Kindall Harrell
9 Steeley Moore
10 / 11 Naia Folmer
10/ 11 Ella Hanes
12 Jaycee Godwin
13/ 14 Lainey McDaniel
13/ 14 Laynie Munden
15 Sterling Foster POLES
1 Andrea O Neill *
2 Maggie Lee *
3 Austin Sims *
4 Cheaney Ritchey *
5 Kennzie Nixon
6/ 7 Brielee Bennett
6/ 7 Tinsley Dilingham
8 Hardi Herring
9 Joy Hoagland
10/ 11 Joslyn Kimble
10/ 11 Allie Bulgier
12 Haylie Fellers
13 Bristol Pinner
14 Hadley Scott
15/16/17/18 Presley Harkness
15/16/17/18 Jade Neyman
15/16/17/18 Dallee DeLaFosse
15/16/17/18 Brittan Hill
RIBBON ROPING
1 Colt Sanders/Bella Bardwell *
2 Chase Johnson/Meredith Wrobleski *
3 Jermaine Walker/Korbyn Barnett *
4 Hagan Hale/Sydni Rae Jones *
5/6/7 Hagen Leeton/Kirklynn Page
5/6/7 Judge Quattlebaum/ Tinsley Dillingham
5/6/7 Lucas Dunn/Avery Wallace
8/9/10 Cash Friesenhahn/ Hardi Herring
8/9/10 Dawson Brooks/Bella Morrison
8/9/10 Chance Anderson/ Jaycee Ware
11 Griffin Preissinger/Hayva Hawkins
12 Cye Franzen/Etta Corse
13/14 Kyleigh Davs/Nolan Hanks
13/14 Tripp Moss/Dalli Hall
SADDLE BRONC
1 Cye Franzen *
2 Chance Anderson *
3 Truitt Harris *
4 Tucker Cart *
5 Brinnon Edwards
6 Casen Bowers
7 Billy Franzen
8 Myles Wolf
TEAM ROPING
1 Gunnar Lemond/Chance Anderson *
2 Colt Sanders/Brance Dial *
3 Lucas Dunn/Ryder Davis *
4 Presley Jacobs/Meredith Wrobleski *
5 Sydni Senior/Lane Starr
6 Layne Powell/Blaze Johnson
7 Keiton Simmons/Dawson Brooks
8 Clay Pate/Cooper Gray
9 Cooper Brittain/Colby Corkill
10 Kaden Wyatt/Colt Munoz
11/12 Judge Quattlebaum/ Clayton Clifton
11/12 Miles Mueller/Stetson Garza
13 Jasper Whipple/Kowan Ingle
14 Jacob Minton/Wilder Bragg
15 Colton Henson/Kelby Wetzel
TIE DOWN
1 Cash Friesenhahn *
2 Tripp Cameron *
3 Chase Johnson *
4 Tripp Moss *
5 Lucas Dunn
6 Rueger Swindle
7 William Dishman
8 Griffin Preissinger
9/10 Jermaine Walker
9/10 Landry Laminack
11 Harley Hofstetter
12 Alfonso Ortega
13 Chance Anderson
14 Judge Quattlebaum
LIGHT RIFLE
1 Brindle Daly *
2 Brody Broughton *
3 Clayton Warner * (not going)
4 Smiley McGinnis *
5 Caden Calkins * (alt going)
6 Coree Constable
7 Kash Nixon
8 Brinnon Edwards
9 Hagen Leeton
10 Tripp Moss
2024-2025 JUNIOR HIGH STATE DIRECTORS
EXECUTIVE
1st VICE
2nd
979-268-4994 john.schueneman@gmail.com
cl.armstrong@hotmail.com
bobbyjacobs1027@yahoo.com
cadeschneemann@yahoo.com
jlquarterh@gmail.com
texasjuniorhighrodeo@gmail.com
STATE DIRECTORS
I LESLIE P. BRUCE 806-346-4803 lpbruce@hotmail.com
CLAY CAMERON 806-679-8132 claycameron09@yahoo.com CW CATHEY 580-339-1469 cw.cathey11@gmail.com
Region II MARK FOLEY WESLEY BEAN 325-226-3905 wes@redstagop.com MICHELE JONES 806-777-0711
Region III COLT MORRISON 940-733-8665 coltmorrison@yahoo.com COLT MUNDEN 817-629-1073 cmundenbull@hotmail.com
KATIE WATERS 505-210-1130 ktwaters21@gmail.com
Region IV CORY CONSTABLE 214-399-4539 coryconstable@hotmail.com
CALEB HODGES meganrose155@yahoo.com
DUKE ONEAL 903-453-7466 circle_d_ranch82@yahoo.com
Region V RAY CLARY 936-414-1381
JEFF DEAN 936-572-7187 BRAD MOODY 936-645-2652
Region VI JAYSON ARNOLD 512-632-5105 jaarnold@arnoldoil.com
YANCY JAMES 830-377-4017 yancy@tejasrodeo.com
ANN WENTZEL 832-967-7329 annwentzel2020@yahoo.com
Region VII
LAUREN WALHBERG 979-758-4175 lauren_roo-03@yahoo.com
LINDSEY CLEMENTS 936-661-7161 lindseyclements4@gmail.com
CODY COOK 832-248-9624 codycook7@yahoo.com
Region VIII SHILOH SOSA 956-285-0041 shilohsosa@gmail.com
ANDREA WEEKLEY 210-844-4403 andiweekley@msn.com
Region
BRADFORD 936-241-2501
WOODS 903-388-1398 claytonwood76@gmail.com
SCARMARDO 979-220-5898 craig@scarmardocattle.com
WHAT HAPPENED AT THE RODEO!
CHALLENGE OF CHAMPIONS
REGION WINNERS - REGION 6
BAREBACK - Willie Walling $2,250
BARRELS - Charlie Sohrt $4,500
CHUTE DOGGING - Tripp Moss $4,500
DOG RACES
Over all Champion:
Maggie May w/ Jones Family
Small Dog Champion: Sturgess Family
Medium Dog Champion: Jones Family
Large Dog Champion: Ingle Family
RIBBON ROPING - Chase Johnson/Meredith Wrobleski $4,950 each
SADDLE BRONC - Cye Franzen $2,250
TEAM ROPING - Miles Mueller/Stetson Garza $4,500 each
TIE DOWN ROPING - Cash Friesenhahn $4,500
GIRLS BREAKAWAY - Presley Jacobs $4,950
BOYS BREAKAWAY - Ryder Davis $4,500
GIRLS GOAT TYING - Ella Hanes $4,500
BOYS GOAT TYING - Royce Siemsen $4,500
POLE BENDING - Joy Hoagland $4,500
BULL RIDING - Smiley McGinnis $4,500
FASTEST TIMES
Ribbons - Cash Friesenhahn - Hardi Herring 5.71
Barrels - Elly Lout 16.174
Chute Dogging - Trustin Sauter 1.73
Tie Down - Chase Johnson 9.74
Girls Breakaway - Adelaida Gutierrez 2.18
Boys Breakaway - Cooper Wilkerson 1.98
Girls Goats - Naia Folmer 7.03
Boys Goats - Taos Armstrong - 9.87
Poles - Joy Hoagland - 19.712
Team Roping - Gunnar Lemond/Chance Anderson 6.3
Bareback - Willie Walling 68
Bull Riding - Cope Pope and Slade Wood 68
Saddle Bronc - Cye Franzen 75 (tied arena record)
EVENT SCHOLARSHIPS $500 PER EVENT
Bareback - Maverick Drinkard
Saddle Bronc - Tucker Cart
Bull Rider - Slade Moody
Ribbon Roping Tres Korczynski
Ribbon Running - Atlee Korczynski
Barrel Racing - Dylan Dugger
Chute Dogging - Rankin McMillian
Tie Down - Chase Johnson
Girls Breakaway - Wimberlee Elliott
Boys Breakaway - Cye Franzen
Girls Goat Tying - Naia Folmer
Boys Goat Tying - Quay Bruce
Pole Bending - Ryan Farrell
Team Roping Header - Tripp Sims
Team Roping Heeler - Kowan Ingle
Light Rifle - Kash Nixon
STUDENT EVENT DIRECTORS
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Bareback - Jace James Saddle Bronc - Chance Anderson Bull Rider - Coleman Berry Ribbon Roping - Caleb and Sophia Faske Barrel Racing - Rayna Powell Chute Dogging - Hudson Armstrong Tie Down - Hagan Hale Girls Breakaway - Hadley Owens Boys Breakaway - Cole Whatley Girls Goat Tying - Naia Folmer Boys Goat Tying - Layne Powell Pole Bending - Bristol Pinner Team Roping - Miles Mueller & Ryder Davis
December 28-31, 2025 | Sky Ranch - Van, Texas
Join the most talented young rodeo athletes in the country and learn from some of the best professionals in the business. Utilizing plenty of arena space, including a large covered arena, this clinic, hosted by 2001 World Champion Steer Wrestler Rope Myers, will provide four days of extreme rodeo training and expert instruction, as well as keys to becoming successful in and out of the arena.
