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WELCOME FROM THE IGRA PRESIDENT..................................5 WELCOME FROM THE IGRA VICE PRESIDENT PRESIDENT.......7 WELCOME FROM THE RODEO DIRECTOR...............................10

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WELCOME FROM THE 2018 ROYALTY TEAM........................11 EVENT DESCRIPTIONS.........................................................12 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.........................................................13 GRAND MARSHAL AND GRAND HONORARY MARSHAL..........14 GAY RODEO BRIDGING THE OLD WEST AND NEW WEST................................................................16 ENTERTAINMENT; RIDERLESS HORSE TRADITION.................17 COMMUNITY HEROES...........................................................18 BUCKLE SPONSORS.............................................................20 COMMITTEE MEMBERS, OFFICIALS & STAFF........................23 www.competenetwork.com 5

FROM IGRA PRESIDENT CANDY PRATT

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big Texas welcome to our SPONSORS, VOLUNTEERS and SPECTATORS as well as our ROYALTY TEAMS, OFFICIALS and CONTESTANTS. The finish line is in sight! A few more exciting days and we will wrap up the 2018 IGRA rodeo season with this production of WGRF. Let’s face it, what better place to gather than the historic Mesquite Rodeo Arena here in Mesquite Texas!

The road to WGRF had many stops stretching north and south, east and west.

Thank you to our International contestants and volunteers from Canada and Australia. Countless people made this a remarkable year filled with competition, friendship, family, community, victory and challenge. Thank you for keeping the passion of rodeo alive for so many and introducing others to the sport and western lifestyle we enjoy.

The WGRF production committee has been working all year to plan and organize this event. Thank you to Laura Scott and Marcus Hood for leading this team in creating what is sure to be a memorable experience. The weekend is packed with events, parties, vendors, food and fun, all in an environment that values diversity and inclusion. So mix and mingle with your friends and take in as many activities as possible. I challenge you to get involved and meet new friends.

To kick off the weekend, take my advice! Contestants and Officials – get your A-game on. Royalty Teams and Entertainers – get your face on. Spectators and Media – get your excitement on. Everyone – get your gratitude on for the Sponsors and Volunteers that support IGRA and the WGRF. Follow the weekend events on Facebook at IGRA International Gay Rodeo Association and Twitter @igrainc Have a great weekend and – Let’s Rodeo!

Candy Pratt IGRA President

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VP THANK YOU

FROM THE VICE PRESIDENT I would like to thank the 2018 Royalty Team for all their hard work and dedication this year. You’ve made my job as vice president so much easier and I couldn’t be more grateful than to have had this year with you.

To the 2019 Team, you have big shoes to fill but I am confident you can rise to the occasion. Good luck and enjoy your year. Candy Pratt, your leadership as IGRA president has been second to none; thank you for your guidance. To Boogie and Laura, thank you for your time and patience; you’ve been invaluable to my growth for the past 11 months.

To all the judges for taking time out of your busy schedules to make your mark on this contest, I thank you. To our emcees, Douglas Graff, Madison Deveroux, Aspen Vail, Chris Wilson and Kelly O’Neil, thank you for your talents.

To Frank Harrell, Gene Fraikes and Bud Light, a million thanks. And last but not least, a HUGE thank you to Michael Brent and Jerry Griffin; you have done our DJ’ing year-afteryear for the royalty competition without a complaint. I am honored and grateful to have you back again.

Sincerely, Mary Honeycutt IGRA Vice President

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FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

SO MUCH MORE THAN A COMPETITION

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ompetition at the World Gay Rodeo Finals (WGRF) is the culmination of the year for gay rodeo, showing off the best competitors from all of IGRA’s (International Gay Rodeo Association) rodeo associations' competitions. But the rodeo is so much more than a competition.

It’s a living reminder, a microcosmic view of the western lifestyle of community, one where all are welcome.

I’m always impressed by the strong sense of family that you see and feel at the gay rodeos. That bond is also exhibited by all the LGBTQ sports leagues but none in quite the same strong, old fashioned “neighbor helping neighbor” feeling that always happens at the rodeo.

In many respects, the WGRF is IGRA’s annual family reunion where “y’all come and have fun” is the order of the day. I don’t know about you but my family reunions have never included hauling horses, steers, bulls and goats to the gathering nor have any of us adorned our blue jeans with fabulous belt buckles or held royalty pageants. It makes my family reunions seem pretty dull.

But there is nothing dull about the WGRF! So enjoy the competition but don’t forget to soak up the warmth that comes from seeing old friends, making new ones and helping out when needed – it’s the code of the western lifestyle that is at the heart of rodeo.

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WELCOME FROM RODEO DIRECTOR MARCUS HOOD

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n behalf of myself, the WGRF committee and the International Gay Rodeo Association, I would like to personally welcome you to the World Gay Rodeo Finals in Mesquite, Texas. I hope that while you are here in the great state of Texas, you have the chance to experience what Texas has to offer.

As the rodeo director of this year’s finals, let me be the very first to thank each and every one of you for traveling from far and wide to attend this year’s rodeo. We are so thrilled to have you all here to join us for finals!

To this year’s finals committee, thank you for trusting me and for working tirelessly to put on a fun and eventful World Gay Rodeo Finals. Your hard work and dedication have truly showed and will continue. Mac, Charles, Robin, Wade, Chris, RJ, Tommy, Mipsy, Laura, Mary, Buck and David, I truly appreciate each and every one of you for what you’ve brought to the table.

A big thank you to all the officials, contestants and volunteers for taking time out of your busy schedules to travel here and be a big part of this great weekend of rodeo and fun. I would also like to give an ENORMOUS thank you to all of our sponsors for your support and continued dedication. Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Jack Daniel’s, FedEx, Bud Light, Mr. LongArm, Caven Enterprises, OK Corral Ranch & Arena, Wrangler, Rocky Ridge Goat Ranch and Compete Magazine; thank you for believing in what we do. It’s a privilege to gain your support.

To all 2018 IGRA Royalty, thank you for always being a helping hand in any situation and for all you have done for WGRF as well as for IGRA. Your passion for raising money for the community and volunteering every chance you can is much appreciated; I cannot thank you enough. To the upcoming 2019 IGRA Royalty, your time starts now. Congratulations to you all and I hope all of you have a successful year.

To all the spectators, thank you for coming to this year’s World Gay Rodeo Finals. It is the finale of a whole year of traveling and competition in thirteen events for all of these contestants. I hope you enjoy this weekend and make some memories.

Please have fun, be safe and enjoy rodeo weekend.

Let’s Rodeo!

Marcus Hood Rodeo Director

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FROM THE 2018 ROYALTY TEAM

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Tony Schwartz, Mr. IGRA, 2n d RU; Christopher To bin, Mr. IGRA , 1st RU Tre' Brewbake r Mr IGRA

WELCOME TO THE GREATEST SHOW ON DIRT!

Ms IGRA Tamra Kelley

Mipsy Mikels Miss IGRA

The 2018 Royalty Team would like to welcome the contestants, officials, volunteers, spectators, sponsors and royalty competitors to beautiful Mesquite, Texas for the 2018 World Gay Rodeo Finals.

This year has been marked by everyone’s hard work and dedication to the amazing sport we all love.

The royalty has been honored to help and support our fellow rodeo associations this year as well as raising money for IGRA, our communities and charities.

We look forward to passing the torch to the new team that will be competing for the titles of Miss, Mr., MsTer and Ms. IGRA 2019. The royalty contestants have worked hard this year; their efforts included volunteering, competing and raising money while continually promoting IGRA and the western lifestyle.

Best of Luck to all event competitors, royalty contestants, and thank you to all the officials, sponsors and volunteers for your support of the family we call rodeo.

Our many thanks, The 2018 IGRA Royalty Team • Mipsy Mikels, Miss IGRA 2018 • Tre’ Brewbaker, Mr. IGRA 2018 • Tamra Kelly, Ms. IGRA 2018 • RJ Mikels, MsTer IGRA 2018 •M arie Antoinette Du Barry, Miss IGRA 2018, 1st RU •C hris Tobin, Mr. IGRA 2018, 1st RU • Christi Mikels, Ms IGRA 2018, 1st RU • Phat Patty, Miss IGRA 2018, 2nd RU Miss IGRA 2n d RU Phat Pa •T ony Schwartz, Mr. IGRA 2018, 2nd RU tty

Christi Mikels Ms IGRA 1st RU

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EVENT DESCRIPTIONS IGRA’s sanctioned events are listed in four categories: rough stock, roping, speed and camp events. Each category then has individual events that enable contestants to show off their event-specific skills. For a full description of each event, go to: http://igra.com/EventDescriptionsPublic.htm.

ROUGH STOCK EVENTS Mounted on top or standing beside an animal many times a person’s size and weight, it's contestant against beast. Here a contestant attempts to outbalance or outmaneuver the animal's natural instinct to escape the contestant. These events require a great deal of skill and experience before a contestant can become a champion. Events include: Bull Riding, Ranch Saddle Bronc Riding, Steer Riding and Chute Dogging.

ROPING EVENTS Gay rodeo offers three roping events, one of them designed for beginners. The other two can be costly since success depends on a great horse that can sell for $10,000+.

These events begin with the contestant in the ‘’roping box.’’ An imaginary start line runs across the front of the roping box and the chute where the calf or steer is held.

If the contestant crosses this “barrier” line before the calf or steer clears the chute, a 10-second penalty is assessed and added to the time. Events include: Calf Roping on Foot, Mounted Break-Away Roping and Team Roping.

SPEED EVENTS Speed events pit a horse and a skillful rider against the clock. Negotiating the prescribed pattern is a test of the rider’s skill and the horse’s speed and agility.

A running start is permitted in these events and the fastest time wins. Events Barrel Race, Pole Bending and Flag Race.

CAMP EVENTS Cowhands generally have their own definition of fun and challenge.

Prerequisites for participation are a willingness to eat dirt and the ability to hold your own with an ornery steer or goat. Sixty percent of gay contestants get their start in these three events and the oldtimers stay in because the payoffs (winnings) are the best of all events. Events include: Steer Decorating, Wild Drag Race and Goat Dressing.

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 25 7:00 p.m. Royalty Competition Western Wear & Public Presentation FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26 9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

4:00-6:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

Horsemanship Videos (open to the public) Royalty Interviews (closed to the public) Contestant Registration Opening Ceremonies Royalty Competition (entertainment)

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 27 9:00 a.m.

Rodeo (doors open 8:00 a.m.)

7:00 p.m.

Royalty Competition Crowning WGRF Dance Immediately following crowning SUNDAY, OCTOBER 28 9:00 a.m.

7:00 p.m.

8:00 p.m.

Photo credits throughout: IGRA and @CowboyFrank.net

Rodeo (doors open 8:00 a.m.)

Awards Dinner Awards Ceremony

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GRAND MARSHAL & HONORARY GRAND MARSHAL GRAND MARSHAL ANTHONY VALDEZ It is a great honor to be named Grand Marshal this year at Finals in Dallas. I was humbled and surprised to receive this honor and want to thank all the members who voted for me. IGRA is an organization that has brought me a family that has been part of my life since 1983 when I attended my first rodeo in Arizona. Being from Arizona I was always excited when the rodeo came to town and was even happier when AGRA hosted their first rodeo.

I feel like my life has been inspired by all the athletes, administration, Royalty, Chute and Arena personnel who have worked tirelessly to create this world we call Rodeo. There are people in every association who have been inspirational to me; I consider them family and will do anything for them. Thanks for choosing me for this honor. I can think of many others who also deserve this along with me and I am proud of them as well. To the contestants, have a fun, safe rodeo; to the Royalty, may your next year be a success – one you will never forget. To all the rodeo staff, volunteers and attendees, have a wonderful weekend to be remembered for many years to come.

In Gratitude, Anthony Valdez, aka Miss Chili Pepper

HONORARY GRAND MARSHAL LUPE VALDEZ Born to Mexican-American migrant farm workers, Lupe Valdez is the youngest of eight children. Raised in San Antonio she started life working in the fields, eventually paying her way through college and earning a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a Master's degree in Criminology and Criminal Justice. Valdez began her career as a captain in the U.S. Army Reserve and later moved into various positions within law enforcement.

In 2004 Valdez announced her candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Dallas County Sheriff as an openly lesbian candidate and won the backing of the Gay & Lesbian Victory Fund; she was sworn in January 2005. In 2017 Valdez announced her candidacy for Governor of Texas. Although losing the election, she became the first Latina and first openly gay person nominated for governor by a major party in the state.

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FEATURE

G AY R O D E O :

BRIDGING THE OLD & NEW WEST

BY CONNIE WARDMAN

Today’s sports leaders are facing tougher competition for players as well as needing to face rapidly changing generational trends that impact their recruiting efforts for new players, like the increasing importance of social media, live streaming and changes in family structures.

They also need to be effective leaders who listen to what their members have to say. IGRA President Candy Pratt is more than capable of meeting the challenge of bridging the Old West with the New West.

In spite of changing times, LGBTQ sports leagues and their tournaments always give back to the LGBTQ community, helping to increase positive visibility in a continuing effort to break down stereotypes that breed homophobia, biphobia, transphobia, racism and sexism. For IGRA, founded in 1985, the idea of positive community – of loving rodeo, the LGBTQ Western lifestyle and supporting amateur sportsmanship through participation, competition and recognition while breaking gender stereotypes is still the cornerstone of IGRA’s mission.

As IGRA’s all-time leading All-Around Champion, Pratt was inducted into its Hall of Fame in 2009. Rodeo is her way of life and her leadership philosophy mirrors that of her organization: “Be yourself, have fun and speak up.

The competition is important but it is only part of the overall experience.” Having spent years in various leadership positions within the organization traveling around the country to support newly-formed local IGRA associations, one of her goals as president is to provide more structure and support for the 19 Gay Rodeo Associations and their numerous individual chapters across the U.S. Another of Pratt’s goals is to expand opportunities for rodeo school teaching and mentoring of new members, getting them involved in IGRA. Growing the membership/contestant base and infusing more fun into all aspects of IGRA will play a role in the strategic planning process where Pratt will be involving the membership in setting “a vision that ensures a vibrant, relevant organization that meets the needs of IGRA members and community both now and in the future.”

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ENTERTAINMENT & RIDERLESS HORSE

Presenting the Austin Babtist Women Created in 1986, the Austin Babtist Women have become an incredibly entertaining and highly-respected charitable force. The all-male, all-volunteer comedy troupe performs throughout the nation and exists for the sole purpose of raising money for HIV/AIDS, breast cancer and other charitable causes.

Riderless Horse Ceremony The ceremony of the riderless horse symbolizes the end of the relationship between horse and rider. One last ride into battle, one last march down the parade route, one last tour of the arena, a farewell to comrades left behind.

We have lost so many. Never again will we witness their skills in the arena or experience the privilege of working alongside them as rodeo volunteers. They may be gone but they will not be forgotten. Please stand and remove your hats as we honor those who have fallen but are still here in spirit with us today.

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COMMUNITY HEROS COMMUNITY HERO: HEALTH SERVICES OF NORTH TEXAS Health Services of North Texas, Inc. (HSNT) has grown from a grass roots organization into a highly respected agency dedicated to making a difference in North Texas communities by improving the quality of life for all North Texans through medical care, support services and advocacy.

As a nonprofit organization we are dedicated to providing excellent medical care for the entire family, from newborns to grandparents, including prenatal care, counseling services as well as chronic and infectious disease care management.

HSNT staff is committed to providing compassionate service using an approach that provides the highest level of care while giving our patients the tools they need to take charge of their health. HSNT is a responsive organization with a long history of providing for the changing needs of our communities.

COMMUNITY HERO: RESOURCE CENTER Through its health and medical services, the Resource Center is a leader in HIV/AIDS education, prevention and services, and provides a full spectrum of STD prevention education, screenings and treatments.

More than 1,200 volunteers and a paid staff of over 50 make Resource Center one of the largest centers of its kind in the U.S. More than 60,000 people each year use the Center through its programs and services. From its roots as an advocacy group for civil rights regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, the Center continues its mission: to develop programs and offer services for the LGBTQ community as well as individuals and families affected by HIV and AIDS. It operates the John Thomas LGBT Community Center, named after the founding executive director, Nelson-Tebedo Clinic, Fuse, Valor Latino, United Black Ellument and Youth First.

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BUCKLE SPONSORS 2018 WORLD GAY RODEO FINALS® SPONSORS Rodeo Events Men’s All Around Champion Caven Enterprises JR's Women’s All Around Champion Caven Enterprises Sue Ellens All Around Medals Womens - Lisa and Sandy. Mens - Crazy Old Heffas Men’s Bull Riding Woody's Dallas Women’s Bull Riding Betty Pratt Bull Riding Medals Mens - Woody's Dallas. Womens - Boot Barn Women’s Bareback Bronc Riding Charles Hancock Women's Ranch Saddle Bronc Erica Holter Bronc Riding Medals Dee Zuspann in Memory of Nadine Phelps and Tom Lott Men’s Steer Riding MGRA Women’s Steer Riding MGRA Steer Riding Medals Arizona Gay Rodeo Association Men’s Chute Dogging Tom Sheridan in memory of Johnny Ackerman Women’s Chute Dogging Brian Helander & Chuck Browning Chute Dogging Medals Chute Stars Men’s Calf Roping on Foot Hidden Door Women’s Calf Roping on Foot Robin Cagle & the Cagle kids Calf Roping on Foot Medals Womens - SGRA. Mens - James and Becka Spaniel Men’s Breakaway Roping Carla Bryant Women’s Breakaway Roping Laura Lee & John Weatherly Breakaway Medals P&R Productions / Candy/Rue Men’s Barrel Race Mike Terrazas / Eric Barcus ** BT Ranch Women’s Barrel Race Marla Anderson Barrel Race Medals Mens - High Performance Horses/Charlie Cole. Womens - RRRA Men’s Pole Bending Lyon Performance Horses Women’s Pole Bending NGRA Pole Bending Medals Womens - Kim Dawson Men’s Flag Race Karl Weaver Women’s Flag Race Compete Magazine & 100% Bully-Proof Flag Race Medals Sports Diversity Leadership Council Team Roping Header High Point Performance Horses Team Roping Heeler High Point Performance Horses Team Roping Medals High Point Performance Horses Steer Decorating #1 Mr Longarm Steer Decorating #2 Mr Longarm Steer Decorating Medals Mr Longarm Goat Dressing #1 IGRA Auditors/Secretaries/Scorekeepers Goat Dressing #2 IGRA Auditors/Secretaries/Scorekeepers Goat Dressing Medals Rick and Mary Minoski Wild Drag Buckle Man Geode Design Group Inc, Wild Drag Buckle Woman Geode Design Group Inc, Wild Drag Buckle Drag Geode Design Group Inc, Wild Drag Medals Geode Design Group Inc, Rookie Mens Six Pack Rookie Womens Kody Kay Season Champion Awards Kaliff Insurance, Bruce and Mitch Kaliff & Rob Somers Wayne Jakino Award CGRA Rodeo Director David J Smith Community Hero X 2 Erica Holter & Karl Weaver Honorary Grand Marshal Patrick Hancock Pole Bending Men for medals Round-Up Saloon IGRA Grand Marshal Tim Smith Royalty Miss IGRA Crown Miss IGRA Buckle Miss IGRA Sash Miss IGRA 1st Runner Up Sash Miss IGRA 2nd Runner Up Sash Ms. IGRA Buckle Ms. IGRA Sash Ms. IGRA 1st Runner Up Sash Ms. IGRA 2nd Runner Up Sash Mr. IGRA Buckle Mr. IGRA Sash Mr. IGRA 1st Runner Up Sash MsTer IGRA Buckle MsTer IGRA Sash MsTer IGRA 1st Runner Up Sash

Past Miss IGRAs Stella Mae Stardust, aka Jim Gadient Mipsy Mikels Marie Antoinette DuBarry, aka Paul Valdez Still Available Past Ms IGRAs Still Available 1st RU Christi Mikels Twisted Embroidery/Gene Fraikes Tommy Channel & David Hill Tre Brewbaker Christopher Tobin Past MsTer IGRAs RJ Mikels Tony Schwartz

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Thursday Royal Bar Crawl @ The LINQ Promenade, Early Arrival Party @ Charlie’s LV

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Friday Friday Fun Day @ Topgolf Las Vegas, Registration Party @ Flamingo Ballroom GAYVN After Party @ Vanity Night Club at Hard Rock Hotel, Cornhole for Charity @ Flamingo Sunset Ballroom

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Saturday Jocks & Frocks Party @ Piranha Nightclub

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Sunday Sunday Fun Day Pool Party @ Flamingo Lagoon Pool, Closing Party @ Brooklyn Bowl,

BULLYING GRAB YOUR BULLY BY THE HORNS

BY BRYAN LEE

Navigating the everyday rodeo we call life can seem like a daunting task, especially if everywhere you turn you encounter a bully. Whether it’s at home, work, sporting events or even the internet, bullies lurk everywhere. With bullying on the rise, rather than simply addressing this issue, it needs to be conquered.

Should you find yourself in a face-to-face confrontation with a bully, here are a few tips that will help diffuse the situation.

1. S PEAK OUT. If a bully approaches you and verbally or physically attacks you, stand up for yourself and speak out. Audibly alert everyone around you by shouting, “Stop! Back Off!” or some other such phrase. DO NOT GIVE YOUR AUTHORITY AWAY. Tell the bully they have no authority over you and that their behavior is inappropriate.

2. DO NOT BECOME A BULLY. A natural reaction when someone attacks you is to attack right back. DO NOT CALL THE BULLY NAMES and do not get into a physical altercation with the bully unless you are defending yourself.

3. STAY CALM. Do not show the bully that you are upset. More than likely you ARE going to be upset but bullies thrive on knowing that they are able to get you angry or scared. Stay calm, stand your ground and speak your mind; but do it calmly!

4. R EPORT IT. If someone at work is bullying you, tell a supervisor or take it to your HR department. If you are on a sports team, report incidents of bullying to your coach. If your coach is the bully, report it to his or her superior.

Typically, not always, once a bully knows they have been reported, the bullying will subside and eventually stop.

5. RECORD IT. When all else fails, catch the bully’s behavior on video. Once the behavior is recorded, it’s very hard for a bully to deny it. DO NOT PUT YOURSELF IN HARM’S WAY JUST TO GET THE VIDEO! If you cannot safely capture video, ask someone else to record it. As always, stay safe when dealing with a bully!

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2018 WGRF OFFICIALS & STAFF COMMITTEE Committee Chair Laura Scott Rodeo Director Marcus “Boogie” Hood Assistant Rodeo Directors Mac McMillan, Charles Hancock, Robin Cagle, Wade Earp Sponsorship Laura Scott Buckles/Medals Robin Cagle Hotel Marcus Hood & Laura Scott Public Relations Buck Beal

Barn Managers Patrick Terry, Sam Simpkins Vendors Jim Gadient Merchandise/ Entertainment Tommy Channel Sound & DJ Michael Brent and Jerry Griffin Contestant Registration Christi Mikels Grand Entry Robin Cagle, Patrick Terry, David Smith

Website Adam Romanik Program Compete Magazine/Laura Scott Volunteers Jim McKinney Awards Dinner/ Ceremony RJ Mikels, Tommy Channel, Tim Slovacek Finance David Hill, Tom Truitt Hospitality Charles Hancock & Laura Scott

OFFICIALS Announcers David J Smith & Anthony “Chili Pepper” Valdez Arena Director Jeanne Mcleod Assistant Arena Director Lisa Pennington Chute Coordinator Denise Reinhart – Stange Chute Coord.

Assistants Carl Schmidt, Tim Miller Secretary Ron Trusley Assistant Secretary Guy “Porkchop” Puglisi

Scorekeeper Michael Norman Assistant Scorekeeper Sam Polk Judges Jack Morgan, Amy Griffin, Rick Jones, Tom Sheridan Arena Crew Coordinator Steven Riddiough Assistant Arena Crew Devon Garcia

Auditors David Hill, Bruce Roby

STAFF

Stock Contractor McCarson Rodeo Veterinarian Dr Bridget Farrier Jaimes Loughrey Ambulance Trans Care Medical Transport

Timers Lize MacDonald, Lance Pippin, Tony Schwartz, Tennent Emmons, Monty Fuller, Jeff Wallace, Travis Zirkle, Floyd Zwiers

A SPECIAL THANK YOU To all of our AMAZING Volunteers, Tim Slovacek and Billy Hunter, Carla Bryant and Arrows Bend Farm , The Mikels Clan, Frito Lay and Jaimes and Matt of J&M Performance Horses

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