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Rodeo Board Puts Events Together
The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation board of directors put in a lot of time on the
road as well as in session for getting the best rodeo in the state, as well as
the Prairie Circuit, for which is a coveted title "Rodeo of the Year."
That opportunity comes from the outstanding group of board of directors,
including Larry Goodno, Chairman; Gary Parli, Vice Chairman; Darleanna Warnecke,
Secretary and Shawndra Sheik, Treasurer.
Then there's others with important committee responsibility, including Brad
Beaty/Steve Peresko, Sponsorship; Raymond Ball/Darrel Dye, Promotions; Robin
Carpenter/Hank Hainsinger, Events; Shannon Chambers/George Pease, Concessions;
Tyson Morton/Scott Burries, Grounds; and Dr Tim Blanton/Steve Powell, Contract
Personal.
The board also has some important members from year's ago, including Honorary
Lifetime Members, Bethel Freeman, John Heinze, Harold Horton and Lois Scott.
Stick Horse Contest New To 101 Rodeo Activities
The 101 Wild West Rodeo is adding a kids stick horse decorating contest to its
slate of activities on Friday of this year's performance. Kids ages two to six
are encouraged to enter.
Entry forms may be picked up until Aug. 4 at What a Cowgirl Wants located at
Third Street and Grand.
Entry forms must be filled out and turned in to the What a Cowgirl Wants booth
at the rodeo on Friday, Aug. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Each entry will be given a back
number. Entries will line up for their own Grand Entry in front of the judges in
the arena. Horses will be judged on a point system in categories based on
creativity and theme. Entries must be a stick horse.
Horses may be purchased and decorated or homemade. Horses must be safe and age
appropriate. Winners will be announced immediately following the contest and
prizes may be picked up at the What a Cowgirl Wants booth after Grand Entry.
Parents are reminded to remember safety first when building and decorating the
horses.
Thursday Is Pink Night During Wild West Rodeo
Are you tough enough to wear pink? The 101 Wild West Rodeo will continue the new
tradition with the implementation of a Tough Enough To Wear Pink? night.
Thursday evening's performance will be designated as "Pink Night".
The color pink is not something you would usually associate with the tough sport
of rodeo; however, breast cancer has touched the lives of many rodeo and western
lifestyle families. Rodeo committees, western event producers and western
manufacturers have joined together to raise awareness and funds for the fight
against breast cancer.
The TETWP campaign puts this important health issue top-of-mind at rodeos and
western events across America and Canada. The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation which
organizes and puts on the 101 Wild West Rodeo is pleased to join those who have
already gotten behind this campaign and the momentum continues to build.
The foundation will give $1 for each person who is wearing pink and $50 for each
event winner who is wearing pink to the Breast Cancer Assistance Program Fund
out of Tulsa.
Rodeo Parade Set Saturday
The 101 Wild West Ranch Rodeo Parade will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, running
from well west of the railroad tracks through the Ponca City downtown area along
Grand Avenue.
The Grand Marshal for this year's parade is Charlie Ryan.
The Rodeo Parade Committee is looking for participants for this year's parade.
If you are interested in being a participant in the parade or you would like
more information contact Tim Blanton at 580-765-2482, if no answer please leave
a message.
The ninth annual Kid's rodeo will be held immediately following the main parade,
at the Ponca City Library area.
Live Music To Be Featured After Rodeo Performances
Live Music immediately following each night's Rodeo Performance will be located
outside the tent on the east-side of the arena.
Thursday — Local talent with Mike Mott.
Mike Mott has been a vocal performer since he was in the third grade in Newkirk,
when he performed as a soloist for a school assembly at Newkirk. Mott has had a
lifelong love affair with music. While in high school and at OSU his band "The
Aristocrats" performed all over the states of Kansas, Oklahoma and Texas. They
were regulars at the popular QuoVadis Club in Ponca for several years. He has
performed with The United States Army Chorus in Washington, D.C., and with LeAnn
Rimes at Johnny Highs Country Music Review at Grapevine Opry in the Dallas-Fort
Worth area. He was a regular soloist at the Burlington Opry in the Kansas City
area. He has been Master of Ceremonies and soloist at many Miss Kansas Miss
America Pageants.
Mike has performed at the Arkalalah Coronation in Arkansas City and he has
performed at the Cowboy Ball for the last 5 years and was chosen to as a guest
performer at the local Oktoberfest. His vocal talent has been witnessed by many
for 12 years at the Taste and Tasteless productions. To list all of the vocal
performances he has been involved in would not be possible in this article.
His musical style is easy listening country (George Strait, Garth Brooks) but he
also has a fondness for ballads, early rock and roll and Broadway musicals. He
will share the stage with a native of Ponca City, Richard Winterowd bringing his
rock and roll style with a little bit of soul. He has performed locally at
various banquets and fundraisers.
Friday and Saturday — The Jason Savory Band.
Led by front man Jason Savory (Ripley, Okla.), this grass-root, all-country
combo provides a raw, energetic style that is filled with soulful melodic
nuances! Entertaining fans with the red dirt sound that has long been streaming
out of Payne County with the commercial appeal that is radio-friendly, JSB has
built quite a following and feels right at home entertaining the crowd.
Travis Woodson (Dewey, Okla.) keeps the beat on drums with a smooth,
hard-hitting manner that leaves you wanting more. Multi-instrumentalist, Jason
Trotter (Choctaw, Okla.) lends a fresh, funky sound on bass that's sure to keep
you on your toes and like a bullet just out of its chamber, lead guitarist and
back up vocalist Cody Patton (Broken Arrow, Okla.) rocks the house with
signature licks that transcend country music. Newest members Travis Wackerly
(Moore, Okla.) and Michael Mayes (Hennessey, Okla.) split time between guitars,
fiddle, mandolin and dobro to give the band that extra edge that pushes them
above the rest.
If not on the road playing shows or working on tracks for the new album, you'll
find these guys mending fences, working cattle, fixing tractors, hunting,
fishing or spending time with family and friends.
These guys have got what it takes to be big, so catch them while you can.
Stay after the rodeo and join us ... meet the cowboys and contract personnel,
visit with some old friends or maybe make some new ones.
Public Is Invited To Events
Rodeo queens will be arriving in Ponca City Thursday, Aug. 7. Several queens'
activities are scheduled and the public is invited to attend.
A luncheon will be held at the Ponca City Country Club, on Friday, Aug. 8, from
11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Guests will be given the opportunity to see queen contestants model outfits and
hear their speeches, both requirements for Miss 101 Wild West Rodeo Queen
Contest.
Cost will be $10 per person which include lunch, beverage, and dessert.
Horsemanship competition will also be held Friday, at the Play Pen Arena at 5
p.m.
Guests will witness the queens perform a pattern on horseback, a question and
answer session with judges, and a queen's run.
Saturday, Aug. 9, the queens will be at the Kid's Rodeo in front of the Ponca
City Library immediately after riding in the parade which starts at 10 a.m. They
will be helping out with booths, signing autographs, and visiting with the kids.
Autograph sessions will also be held at Davis Moore and Corral West Saturday
afternoon and at each nightly performance of the three-night Rodeo.
Queen coronation will be held after the grand entry at Saturday's rodeo
performance.
Annual 101 Wild West Rodeo Runs This Week
The 101 Wild West Rodeo will be making a three-night performance run in Ponca
City this year.
Dates for the 101 Wild West Rodeo this year will be Aug. 7-9, with performances
at 8 p.m. nightly.
The 101 Wild West Rodeo will be held at the 101 Ranch Rodeo Arena, located on
West Prospect avenue at North Ash Street. Beautification efforts of the arena
parking lot have changed entrance roads to the parking lot areas, to Ash Street
and to West Prospect Avenue. The new substation has taken up the space that had
been used as an entryway, at the corner of Ash Street and Prospect Avenue.
The 2008 Rodeo will mark the 49th running of the rodeo honoring what historians
have described as the birthplace of rodeo — the once mighty 101 Ranch.
The fabulous 101 Ranch, with a 50-year history both rich and tragic, influenced
Oklahoma and agriculture like no other ranching operation in the world.
The 101 Ranch, established by Col. George W. Miller in 1879 on the banks of the
Salt Fork River southwest of what is now Ponca City, began with thousands of
acres of land which Miller both leased and purchased from his friends — the
Ponca, Tonkawa and Osage tribes.
The Colonel, who died in 1903 at the age of 61, and the ranch, which was already
successful came into the capable hands of his sons, George, Joe and Zack.
It was 1905 when the Millers offered to perform what they called a "round-up" or
"buffalo chase" as an entertainment for a National Editorial Association
convention. Visitors were said to come to the ranch in 30 regular and special
trains, and the crowd estimated at nearly 60,000 was thrilled to the exhibition
of cowboys recreating real life ranch work from bronc riding and roping to Tom
Mix's debut as a roper and rider.
After years of success as the "101 Ranch Real Wild West and Great Far East Show"
things at the ranch began to crumble in the late 1920s, due to the deaths of Joe
in 1927 and George in 1929.
But the rodeo returned to the Ponca City scene, when the Ponca City Cherokee
Strip Rodeo Committee came up with the idea of having a rodeo during the
Cherokee Strip Celebration in September 1960. By 1962 the financial success of
the Cherokee Strip Rodeo proved that people wanted the return of a show similar
to the 101 Ranch Wild West Show. The present bleachers and chutes were
constructed in 1962, however additional improvement in chute heaven and the
press box have made the rodeo arena a top notch attraction.
There are several events during the rodeo for youngsters, which have included
calf scramble, boot race, and other activities. The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation
headed by Larry Goodno, in his eighth year as president, contracts with a number
of interesting one act exhibitions for the three-night stand. Other foundation
officers include Gary Parli as vice president; Darleanna Wamecke as secretary
and Shawndra Sheik as treasurer.
Starting with one round of steer roping at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, regular
rodeo performances will run Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 7-9, at 8 p.m.
nightly.
Cowboy meet and greet featuring Live Music immediately following each night's
Rodeo Performance will be located in the tent on the east-side of the arena.
Thursday — Local talent with Mike Mott. Then on Friday and Saturday — The Jason
Savory Band. Meet the cowboys and contract personnel, visit with some old
friends or maybe make some new ones.
Are you tough enough to wear pink? The 101 Wild West Rodeo will continue the
tradition with the implementation of a Tough Enough To Wear Pink? Night.
Thursday evening's performance will be designated as "Pink Night".
The color pink is not something you would usually associate with the tough sport
of rodeo; however, breast cancer has touched the lives of many rodeo and western
lifestyle families. Rodeo committees, western event producers and western
manufacturers have joined together to raise awareness and funds for the fight
against breast cancer.
The TETWP campaign puts this important health issue top-of-mind at rodeos and
western events across America and Canada. The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation which
organizes and puts on the 101 Wild West Rodeo is pleased to join those who have
already gotten behind this campaign and the momentum continues to build.
At Thursday's performance, the foundation will give $1 for each person in the
audience who is wearing pink and $50 for each event winner who is wearing pink
to the Breast Cancer Assistance Program Fund out of Tulsa.
Thursday will also be Community Appreciation night come out early and enjoy a
free barbeque dinner with ticket purchase from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the
east-side of the rodeo grounds.
New this year will be a Stick Horse decorating contest. Judging will be held on
Friday night before the grand entry. Ages 2-6. Pick up entry forms at "What A
Cowgirl Wants" located at 102 N 2nd Street between July 22-August 1.
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again to the rodeo this year and sure to be a crowd pleaser is the 101 Women's
Drill and Grand Entry Team. Organized by Janie Campbell, this array of talented
and spirited women is kicking off the grand entry each night. They will be
displaying talented horsemanship in flag bearing and synchronized routines.
Dr. Lynn Phillips will return to announce the rodeo. Dr. Phillips has become a
regular at the 101, providing exciting and entertaining commentary.
Also back this year will be the lighted score board, giving fans the latest in
scorekeeping technology, helping to make this year an even more spectacular
rodeo for first time spectators and veteran fans alike.
This year's rodeo, being produced by Andrew's Rodeo Company of Addielou, Texas,
promises to be greater than ever with an excellent lineup of contestants,
specialty acts, bull fighters, and stock. Andrew's Rodeo Company has become
quite popular with the rodeo associations and cowboys, providing stock for a
three-night plus slack rodeo. Andrew's ability to produce quality stock is well
noted with 1999 Hall of Fame Bucking Bull, BODACIOUS, with 135 outs and only 8
qualified rides. Bodacious won Bucking Bull of the Year 1994, 1995, and Bucking
Bull of the NFR 1992, 1994, and 1995. Son of Bodacious, Bo Dipping, began taking
the spotlight in the Rodeo Circuit. He was awarded Rankest Bull Summer Finals in
Dallas 2001 and 2002. Sports Illustrated followed his career with an article in
June 2003. Ft. Worth Star Telegram and Dallas Morning News visited the Andrews
Ranch summer 2003 publishing a full-page article on Sammy and BoDipping. In
2004, Outdoor Life visited the Andrews Ranch and aired a documentary called
FEARLESS BODACIOUS. Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show honored Sammy during the
year 2004 awarding him with a bucking chute to use as a memorial for Bo's grave.
ESPN has recently visited the Andrews Ranch and aired an insert of Sammy and
Bodacious throughout the telecast of the 2005 NFR displaying the
much-appreciated bucking chute.
Serving as Barrelman this year is Jeff "SLIM" Garner. With a 2000-pound bull
bearing down on you, it helps to have a sense of humor. It also helps to have a
barrel to hide in. Jeff Garner is a second-generation clown, who started
clowning around when he was 17 years old. Jeff has a large variety of rodeo acts
to keep the crowds entertained. Anything that is loud and can catch people's
attentions is what he likes. Jeff gets a huge thrill just stepping into the
rodeo arena. He loves what he does and he's living out his dream performing in
the middle of rodeo arenas.
The Bullfighters will be Wacey Munsell returning to the Ponca City Rodeo scene &
for the first time here in Ponca City will be Shane Kinney, but neither is new
to the sport of rodeo.
This year's specialty act will be Vince Bruce — The Wizard of Whips & Lariats
... with his wife, singer Anne Dubats their show is a blend of dazzling rope
tricks dangerous feats of whip cracking/mastery and an offbeat British humor
that has established them as perhaps the foremost western act in the world.
The official crowning of the 101 Rodeo Queen is immediately following the Grand
Entry at the Saturday night performance.
Reigning queen, Calie Jo Sebor of Newkirk, Oklahoma, will hand over her
authentic hand beaded 101 Wild West Rodeo crown. Audiences will have many
opportunities to meet and greet queens at each nightly performance.
"Rodeo Week" in Ponca City is celebrated with several exciting activities in the
Ponca City areas including a parade downtown along Grand Avenue on Saturday
morning. Grand Marshal this year will be Charlie Ryan. The parade which starts
at 10 a.m. is immediately followed by the annual Kids Rodeo held in front of the
Ponca City Library located at the east end of Grand Avenue. The Kids Rodeo has
become an exciting tradition of the parade offering kids the opportunity to meet
queens, visit rodeo clowns, and get up close to rodeo affiliated livestock.
Horse rides, goat tail tying, and stick horse barrel races are just a sample of
the fun activities slated for the kids.
The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation, its 16 board members, and numerous supporters,
invites everyone to attend this year's rodeo. "Family Night" is Thursday with
adults just $8 in advance, $10 at the gate, & kids ages 12 & under FREE. Friday
and Saturday performances are adults just $8 in advance, $10 at the gate, kids
ages 7-12 $5, & kids ages 6 & under FREE. Advanced tickets can be found at
select local businesses.
Kristin Killion Selected As '08 Miss Rodeo Oklahoma
 Kristin
Killion of Chickasha, representing the Will Rogers Stampede Rodeo was selected
to reign as the 2008 Miss Rodeo Oklahoma on Aug. 4, 2007, in Oklahoma City.
Killion was chosen from three outstanding contestants who competed in
horsemanship, interviews, modeling, impromptu questions, and speech during the
three-day competition. She will travel throughout the western United States
representing rodeo and the state of Oklahoma.
Killion completed her Associates Degree in Agriculture with an Equine emphasis
at Redlands Community College in May. She had the honor of being selected as an
All-Oklahoma Academic Team member and a Center of Excellence Scholar and Student
Ambassador. Killion was also a member of Phi Theta Kappa, the Equestrian Team
and Aggie Club. She plans to continue her education at the University of Science
and Arts of Oklahoma studying business. Having earned numerous awards and
championships competing in Western and English events since age six, Killion now
enjoys training horses and giving private lessons. When not on a horse, you can
find her performing at the Centennial Rodeo Opry in the OKC Stockyards, serving
as an Ambassador for the Opry Heritage Foundation of Oklahoma to schools, and
singing in churches, nursing homes, rodeos, and events all across Oklahoma.
Killion will receive a $1,000 scholarship from the Oklahoma Pork Council at the
end of her reign. Other prizes include: a traveling crown and chaps; trophy
saddle; trophy buckle; a custom portrait by Jack J. Wells, Western Artist; a
Bailey Hat; and entry fee to the 2009 Miss Rodeo America Pageant. Killion won
the categories of appearance, personality, horsemanship, speech, and photogenics.
Julie Harper — Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Teen 2008
 Julie
Harper, representing the 4-Way Rodeo Association, was selected to reign as the
2008 Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Teen on Aug. 4, 2007, in Oklahoma City. Harper was
chosen from a field of five outstanding contestants who competed in
horsemanship, interviews, modeling, impromptu questions, and speech during the
three-day competition. She will travel throughout the Oklahoma representing
rodeo.
Harper is the 17-year-old daughter of Jeff Harper and Carol and Donnie
Nottingham. In addition to rodeo, Harper enjoys the great Oklahoma outdoors and
everything it offers. Harper will attend Owasso High School this fall as a
senior and will also be a part-time student at Tulsa Community College. Harper's
future goals are managing her own hunting lodge and becoming an elementary
school teacher.
Harper will receive a $500 scholarship from the Rodeo Oklahoma Pageants Council
at the end of her reign. Other prizes included: a traveling crown and chaps,
trophy saddle, trophy buckle, and a Bailey Hat. Harper won the categories of
appearance, personality, horsemanship, speech, and photogenics.
Bayleigh Warren — Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Princess 2008
 Bayleigh
Warren, representing the W&J Hereford Ranch was selected to reign as the 2008
Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Princess on Aug. 4, 2007, in Oklahoma City. Warren was
chosen from a field of six outstanding contestants who competed in horsemanship,
interviews, modeling, impromptu questions, and speech during the three-day
competition. She will travel throughout the Oklahoma representing rodeo.
Warren attends Adair schools and is on the basketball, track, and cross country
teams. Warren hopes to play basketball for Oklahoma State University while
pursuing a career in forensic medicine.
Warren won the categories of appearance, personality, horsemanship, speech,
written test and photogenics. She will receive a traveling crown and chaps,
trophy saddle, trophy buckle, and a Bailey Hat.
The Miss Rodeo Oklahoma Scholarship Pageant is sponsored by the Oklahoma Rodeo
Pageants Council. The mission of the ORPC is to provide opportunities for the
young women of Oklahoma to maximize their educational potential while promoting
the state of Oklahoma through the sport of Rodeo. The pageant selects Oklahoma's
representative to the Miss Rodeo America Pageant held each year in Las Vegas, as
part of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
Jeff Garner Is Second-Generation Clown
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a 2,000-pound bull bearing down on you, it helps to have a sense of humor. It
also helps to have a barrel to hide in. Jeff Garner is a second-generation
clown, who started clowning around when he was 17 years old. He has been
traveling coast to coast for the past 9 years full time, but has been a rodeo
clown for a total of 15 years.
He obtained his Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association card in 2000, and he has
been traveling to 25 to 35 rodeos a year. Jeff has a large variety of rodeo acts
to keep the crowds entertained.
Anything that is loud and can catch people's attentions is what he likes.
Jeff took some time off from rodeo clowning to go to college. He went to college
at Garden City Community College in Garden City, Kan. He obtained his associates
degree in animal science while he was there. He came to miss the rodeo arena,
and found out where his true passions lie, and that was in entertaining people.
Jeff likes to ride horses, rope, and help his dad on the ranch in his spare
time. He also likes to see what other inventions he can come up with so that his
rodeo acts can be better and the crowd will always be entertained.
Jeff gets a huge thrill just stepping into the rodeo arena. He loves what he
does and he's living out his dream performing in the middle of rodeo arenas.
 Vince
Bruce Specialty Act To Headline Annual Rodeo
From the start it seemed that Vince Bruce was careening up life is one-way
street the wrong way, blazing a trail of contradictions. Cowboys come from
America, Vince comes from England. Cowboys are Sturdy, if Vince was to turn
sideways, you'd miss him. It was a chance meeting of Wild West rodeo star Tex
McLeod that first put a lasso in Vince's hands and Vince's typically British
father first taught him how to use it.
That chance meeting with Tex spawned Vince is love for cowboys, horses, ropes
and the Vaqueros of the Old West that has consumed his whole life. He began
doing rope tricks when he was six years old. At twelve he already had a regular
spot at a local country club and by the time he was sixteen he was an
established performer in the traveling circuses of England and France.
A list of the Countries where Vince Bruce has performed reads like the index of
a World Atlas. In a showbiz career that has spanned most of his life He has
performed in a diversity of venues from Casinos, night clubs and half time act
for the Harlem globetrotters to Comedy clubs, dinner shows and the Broadway
stage in the "Will Rogers Follies."
With his wife, singer Anne Dubats their show is a blend of dazzling rope tricks
dangerous feats of whip cracking/mastery and an offbeat British humor that has
established them as perhaps the foremost western act in the world.
Vince also holds the World Record for "Texas Skips", 4011 as documented by the
Guinness book of World Records.
Kenney To Make First Visit
 Shane
Kenney is here for his first visit to the Ponca City rodeo scene has a passion
for the sport of rodeo. He provides one major function, and that is cowboy
protection. It is his job to keep the Bullrider out of harm's way in the rodeo
arena and put his life on the line for a fallen cowboy.
Shane is 29 years old and is from Dayton, Texas, he has been a PRCA Bullfighter
for 6 years.
Shane is very familiar with the rodeo industry and has a dedication to the sport
and cowboy way of life. He is recognized for his bullfighting ability and cowboy
protection in the rodeo arena and professionalism and hard work wherever he may
go.
Shane's rodeo accomplishments include:
Two-time C.P.R.A. Bullfighter of the year.
Bullfighter Wacey Munsell To Be at 101 Ranch Rodeo
 It
seems almost natural that Wacey Munsell become a bullfighter, as he is a 3rd
generation bullfighter following in the steps of his granddad, father and uncle.
Wacey has honed his bullfighting skills almost from the time he could walk using
practically anything that he could make an imaginary bull out of; the dogs, a
ram, a goat, and swing sets. Those imaginary bulls have now become the real
thing.
At 21-years-old he already has seven years of experience fighting bulls at
rodeos across the Midwest. In 2004 Wacey was the youngest ever to be allowed on
the Two Bulls Professional Bullfighters tour and the World Championship Rodeo
Bullfighting tour. Not only did he join the tour he ended up the 2004 World
Champion! In October 2004 he won the finals of the world championship rodeo
bullfights tour and the gold buckle just 8 days after his 18th birthday, and
struck gold again in October 2006 claiming his second World Championship!
In late 2004 Wacey was approved for his PRCA bullfighter's card and in December
of 2004 he won the PRCA's Benny Binion NFR Bucking Stock Sale bullfighting
championship. His goal is to someday work the NFR and PBR finals. Twice he has
been nominated to fight the Kansas High School Rodeo Finals (2004-2005), and was
crowned the 2005 and 2006 California Rodeo Salinas freestyle bullfighting
champion in Salinas, California. In October of 2005 Wacey was shared the crown
of Dickies National Champion bullfighter of the PBR with good friend Sam Gress,
but was the stand alone champion in 2006 by a narrow margin of three points. In
January 2006 Wacey got the opportunity to work the National Western PRCA Rodeo
in Denver, CO.
Wacey is a quality cowboy protector during the bullriding and one that
bullriders trust to keep them safe, but he is a world champion freestyle
bullfighter so don't take your eyes off of him after a bullrider leaves the
arena, because this is when his fun begins and he will leave you on the edge of
your seat with crowd thrilling, heart stopping freestyle bullfighting. Get
caught up in the action with Wacey Munsell, the new young gun in town and
smoking hot!
Wacey Munsell is attending Dodge City Community College in Dodge City, KS with
interests in Artificial Insemination, Embryo Transfer and Ag business
management.
Waceyis rodeo accomplishments include:
Wrangler Bullfighting Champion
PBR Dickies National Champion Freestyle Bullfighter
World Champion Freestyle Bullfighter
California Rodeo Salinas Champion Freestyle Bullfighter
National Western Stock Show & Rodeo Bullfighter
Elk City Rodeo of Champions Bullfighter
Top O' Texas Rodeo Bullfighter
Beef Empire Days PRCA Rodeo Bullfighter
Queen Contestants Compete for Historic Title
The 101 Wild West Rodeo Queen's Competition continues to attract top-notch
horsewomen for the honor of serving as the historic rodeo queen.
This year, there are three contestants for the 101 Wild West Rodeo Queen. They
include Malory Scott, Rachael Smith, and Stephanie Sullins.
 Malory
Scott is the daughter of Gary and Tonya Scott from Newkirk, Oklahoma
where she will be entering the 8th grade at Newkirk Middle School. Her
school activities include basketball, track, and softball. Softball is
her favorite sport. Malory is active in GATS (Gifted & Talented program)
and enjoys participating in vocal very much. She loves singing, and
dreams of being a successful vocal artist someday. Malory enjoys showing
livestock and helping with the families Quarter Horses. In addition
Malory is active in the Newkirk 4-H Go Getters Club and Kay County Teen
Leaders.
Malory feels that running for 101 Ranch Rodeo Queen
will give her an opportunity to learn lifelong skills in communication,
public speaking, and being an ambassador for the sport of rodeo.
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 Rachael
Ann Smith lives Northwest of Ponca City, Oklahoma with her parents.
Jimmy and Stacie Smith and younger sister Madison and little brother
Wyatt. Rachael is 14 years old and a Newkirk Middle School Student.
Rachael is very involved with her local 4-H Club where she holds the
office of Vice-president. She is also a Kay County 4-H Teen Leader and
holds the office of Recreation Leader. Her two main projects in 4-H are
Horse and Livestock Judging, where she has had the privilege of being a
member of the Kay County 4-H Livestock Judging Team.
Rachael has grown up with the sport of rodeo playing a large part of her
family's life. In 2004 she won the title of Newkirk Range Riders Rodeo
Princess and took that title to the 2005 Miss Oklahoma Rodeo Scholarship
Pageant where she won Appearance, Horsemanship, the Clem McSpadden
Speech Award and the prestigious title of 2005 Miss Oklahoma Rodeo
Princess. In 2006, Rachael won the Pawnee Bill Memorial Rodeo Princess
1st Runner up title.
When she is not riding horses or helping with the ranch, Rachael likes
to hunt, fish, play basketball and run track. Rachael has many role
models that inspire her to work hard to perfect the important skills
learned by competing in rodeo queen pageants. Two of these role models
are Pam Minick and Jennifer Douglas Smith. Both of these women are
Professional Rodeo Commentators and both have carried the title of Miss
Rodeo America. Rachael understands that the hard work and dedication
required from competing in rodeo queen pageants will help her achieve
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 Stephanie
Kaye Sullins is the 20 year old daughter of Steve and Teddi Sullins.
Stephanie graduated from Billings High School in 2006, where she was
active in FFA, 4-H, FCA, and played basketball and softball. As a
sophomore at Northern Oklahoma College in Tonkawa, she is majoring in
Lower Elementary Education and works in a home daycare. Slie is
currently living on her family's ranch where she helps raise horses,
cattle, and wheat. Stephanie is a member of the Ceres Christian Church
and is currently the reining queen for the Cherokee Strip Riding Club.
She has also participated in the Pawnee Bill Memorial Cattle Drive for
five years and is a cast member in the annual Pawnee Bill Wild West Show
as a cowgirl and member of the mounted drill team.
Stephanie's interests include working with children, participating in
trail rides and playdays, barrel racing, roping, and helping gather and
work cattle.
Stephanie feels that it would be a privilege to represent the 101 Wild
West Rodeo as their Queen, and would appreciate the opportunity to
promote the understanding and enjoyment of the sport of rodeo.
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Our queen's competition offers a wealth of gifts and prizes, including a
handmade, hand tooled queen's saddle valued well over $1,600.
Numerous Ponca City merchants have donated awards and gifts for the queen,
horsemanship and runner-up winners.
Ponca Tribal Member Rosetta LeClair has hand-beaded a traveling tiara and sash
for our queen, keeping the Native American influence a part of the 101 Heritage.
Activities for the candidates include a Queen's luncheon and style show,
appearances in the parade, media appearances and interviews, as well as
appearances and autograph sessions during each night's rodeo performances.
The contestants are judged on horsemanship, public speaking, appearance and
personality. The coronation will be during Saturday's performance.
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| Calie Jo Sebor Is Reigning 101
Queen |
 Your
reigning Miss 101 Wild West Rodeo Queen is Calie Jo Sebor.
"I have very much enjoyed this past year representing the 101 Wild West
Rodeo as there 2007 Rodeo Queen."
"I have had many wonderful opportunities throughout this past year.
Being Miss 101 Wild West Rodeo 2007 has enabled me to chase my dreams
and make many wonderful memories," she said.
"I would like to say thank you to all of those who have played a big
part in making this year possible for me. I have got to travel to
various places across the state of Oklahoma throughout my reign
representing the 101 at many rodeos and parades. I have truly been
blessed this past year! Thank you all so much for your support!"
"Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path
and leave a trail."
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| Three Girls Will Be Singing
National Anthem at Rodeo |
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| Three girls will be singing the
National Anthem Thursday, Friday and Saturday at the 101 Ranch Rodeo.
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| Shelby Carpenter will be the
singer on Thursday night. |
 Only
15 years old, Shelby Carpenter has already garnered a number of awards
including five all-around cowgirl titles in the OKYRA (Oklahoma-Kansas
Youth Rodeo Association). OJRA (Oklahoma Junior Rodeo Association) and
Buffalo, Oklahoma Lions Club Annual Youth Rodeo. Not content to excel in
one area, she also competes in FFA judging contests and plays
basketball.
Most of all, Shelby, who started in rodeos at the age of 3, enjoys the
Sport of Rodeo, competing in barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying and
break-away calf roping.
More importantly for the task of singing the National Anthem, she also
has awards in vocal competition in Newkirk where she has been competing
since the 7th grade. As a freshman she qualified for State with
excellent ratings. She says she is very excited to be singing the
National Anthem at the 101 Wild West Rodeo. Shelby is the daughter of
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| Amanda Overton will sing Friday
night. |
 Amanda
Overton started singing at a young age, standing on a step stool proudly
singing the national anthem for her family. She also sang in her church
worship group in middle school. Recently she has sung at many rodeos,
small town events and sports events including the Newkirk rodeo, for the
past 3 years. She says "I have always loved singing the national anthem.
I am very proud of our country and the freedom it gives us. Singing the
National anthem is a way I can support our country and the people
fighting for it." Amanda is the 18 year old daughter of Cliff and Lori
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| Lerin Thomas sing Saturady night.
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 Lerin
Thomas will sing on Saturday evening. She is the 13-year-old daughter of
Jim Thomas and Sharla Thomas. She attends Newkirk Middle School, where
she is involved in cheerleading, sports, and choir. She also enjoys
singing in her church youth choir, dancing, 4-H, hanging out with
friends and family, camping at the lake, shopping, hunting and fishing.
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| Ninth Annual Kids' Rodeo Set
Saturday at PC Library |
 The
ninth annual Kids' Rodeo is set for 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday on
the lawn of the Ponca City Library, following the Rodeo Parade down
Grand Avenue.
Events will include music by Don Long and the "Longshot Gang until 1
p.m. Native American dancers will perform in the street.
Kids' events include the Hoppy Horse Corral, a stick horse flag race,
musical hay bales, money in the hay, a horse bean bag toss, autographs
from the rodeo queens, pony rides, dummy roping, face painting, a cactus
hat throw and a 101 Ranch photograph display.
The Friends of the Library will sponsor a book sale which will include
children's books. A Kids' Rodeo Special is offered — buy three books and
get one free.
Drinks and ice will be provided by Walgreen's and Ponca Ice Co. Other
sponsors are ConocoPhillips, the 101 Rodeo Foundation, the 101 Ranch
Collectors, the library and Friends of the Library.
There also is a coloring contest and story writing contests. Children
from 3 to 10 years old can color a rodeo picture to be eligible for a
random drawing for one of two family packs of 101 Ranch Rodeo tickets.
Children older than 10 can write a rodeo story to be eligible for a
random drawing for one of two family packs of 101 Ranch Rodeo tickets.
Children can pick up an entry form at the Ponca City Library and return
it to the library by Thursday.
All pictures and stories will be posted in the entry on the west end of
the library until after the Kids' Rodeo, when they may be picked up.
Prizes will be awarded on Friday, Aug. 8 for both contests.
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| Lynn Phillips To Announce Annual
Rodeo |
 Dr.
Lynn Phillips will once again be the announcer for the 101 Rodeo.
During the week, he calls the shots in the tense, sterile arena of a
hospital operating room. But on weekends, Dr. Lynn Phillips trades his
stethoscope and surgical greens for a silver felt cowboy hat, a silver
belt buckle and a silk bandanna and picks up a microphone as a
professional rodeo announcer.
During his career as a rodeo announcer, Lynn can truthfully say, "I've
announced everywhere from Wahoo to Kalamazoo." A few years ago, he
announced a rodeo in the Wings Hockey Stadium in Kalamazoo, Mich., and
then he had the pleasure of announcing the PRCA rodeo in Wahoo, Neb.
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Steer Ropers Will Open 101 Wild West Rodeo
An event that isn't scheduled on the three regular night
performances will open the 101 Wild West Rodeo at 8 a.m. Thursday when steer
ropers will enter the 101 Ranch Arena for two go-rounds of action.
Among the entrants are a number of area ropers including J. Paul Williams of
Burbank, Dee Kyler Jr. of Pawhuska, Chet Herren of Pawhuska, Rod Hartness of
Pawhuska, and Grady Potter of Arkansas City, Kan.
There were 35 entered for the two go-rounds, but as of early Wednesday, two had
either received a doctor's release or had given notice that he would be
unavailable for the event. That leaves 33 to vie for prize money in the two
go-rounds and best on two.
The stock contractor and producer of the rodeo this year will be the Andrews
Rodeo Company, under the direction of Sammy Andrews. Andrews was nominated as
Stock Contractor of the Year 2000, 2002, and 2004 by PRCA members. Sammy was
selected as Stock Contractor of the Year 2002.
The main rodeo events each night begin with the Grand Entry at 8 p.m. On
Thursday however, while the 101 Rodeo Association presents Mike Mott in concert,
slack for the extra entrants of girls barrel racing, steer wrestling, tie-down
roping and team roping will be held, in addition to team roping extras.
That'll give rodeo fans a lot to see on Thursday, with the usual saddle bronc
riding, bull riding and bareback bronc riding going along with the regular
events of steer wrestling, tie-down roping and team roping and girls barrel
racing.
But that's not all. There will be contestants entering the arena throughout the
evening vying for the 101 Wild West Rodeo Queen honors, including Mallory Scott
of Newkirk, Rachael Ann Smith who lives northeast of Ponca City, and Stephanie
Kay Sullins, who graduated from Billings High in 2006.
Besides Mike Mott in concert after the Thursday performance, the Rodeo Committee
will make available, Jason Savory on Friday and Saturday night. All concerts
will be under the big tent.
Also at 6 p.m. Thursday, free rodeo barbecue will be available under the ten,
provided you can show your advance rodeo ticket purchase. Thursday is family
night and the Tough Enough to Wear Pink Night (wear your pink, and special
proceeds will benefit Breast Cancer Awareness).
The Specialty Act this year will include Vince Bruce, The Wizard of Whips and
Lariats.
Saturday is a full day for rodeo fans and others, when the annual rodeo parade
takes place at 10 a.m. in downtown Ponca City. That will be followed by the
Kids' Rodeo at the Ponca City Library with other activities available at
Centennial Plaza.
Back for their sixth year during the Grand Entry will be the 101 Wild West Rodeo
Women's Drill and Grand Entry Team.
Barrelman Jeff Garner will be doing his best to keep bull riders from getting
hurt once they hit the ground. He'll be joined by Shane Kinney and Wacey Munsell.
Slack Events Kick Off Annual Rodeo
Every once in a while spectators get their full money's worth,
and that was quite evident in the slack portion that included only steer ropers
starting at 8 a.m. today in the 101 Wild West Rodeo.
Held at the 101 Ranch Rodeo Arena off the southwest part of the intersection at
North Ash Street and West Prospect Avenue, the Andrews Rodeo Company really put
together a good group of steers.
With a slight breeze from the east and temperatures between the high 70s and low
80s, it was quite comfortable watching the steer roping event unfold for two
go-rounds that actually came to an end at 9:40 a.m.
It was a prelude to what folks can expect tonight, Friday and Saturday, when the
regular 101 Wild West Rodeo takes place starting at 8 p.m. each night. There's a
lot of activity in between also, with spectators and contestants alike getting a
chance to meet during a 6 p.m. barbecue under the big tent. Showing of the
advanced ticket to tonight's rodeo gets the meal free prior to the Grand Entry
at 8 p.m.
There's extra rodeo tonight for those who really enjoy seeing more than their
money's worth. While the 101 Rodeo Association has provided concerts each night
right after the rodeo in the big tent, tonight will give spectators an
opportunity to see slack in local team roping, PRCA events of team roping, steer
wrestling, tie down roping and slack in the girls barrel racing.
However, between 8 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. today, steer ropers ruled the arena with
quick lasso efforts and tying the steers. While there were some good times in
the first go-round that included 29 ropers, best of the first 50 minutes went to
Leo Campbell of Amarillo, Texas, with a 10.9. That was followed by 11.1 by Cash
Athens, Texas, and then two tied for third at 11.4 including J.P. Wickett of
Sallisaw and Pawhuska's Rod Hartness. Fifth best in the first "go" was Scott
Snedecor of Uvalde, Texas with a 12.8.
And then the best time came right near the end of the morning. Utilizing the
reverse order, the last roper of the first "go" is the first one to get into the
arena for the second "go" to see if they can pull the trick of getting two
steers tied in quick time.
While Kim Ziegelgruber of Edmond had a 14.0 on his steer in the first "go" as
the last one to rope, his effort in the second "go" was even better less than 15
minutes later when he had an 11.1 and that set the stage for the overall, at
25.1. It wasn't to stand up for the very next roper, Ralph Williams of Skiatook,
had a 13.9 on his first steer and then 10.9 on the second for 24.8.
Neither were able to keep their high spots in the leader board however. And that
went in the second "go" to the next-to-last roper, Shandon Stalls of McLean,
Texas with a 10.0. Stalls had a combined 24.1, but that only earned him third
place for the morning on two.
Other top catches and ties in the second "go" Wickett with a 10.6, Snedecor with
his 10.7, Ralph Williams with the 10.9 and Chet Herren of Pawhuska joining
Ziegelgruber with an 11.1.
Best on two came by Wickett, who had 11.4 and 10.6 for 22.0 followed by
Snedecor's 12.8 and 10.7 for 23.5. Third went to Stalls of course and then
Buster Record Jr. of Buffalo had a 13.0 and 11.7 for 24.7, fourth best on two.
That was just ahead of the 24.8 by Ralph Williams.
Great Times, Scores In First Rodeo Night
 Great
times and scores were evident right from the beginning Thursday night at the 101
Wild West Rodeo, so Friday and Saturday performers certainly have their work cut
out for them.
Not to be outdone as far as participants, Specialty Act Vince Bruce and Anne
Dubats, along with the clown act performances of Slim Garner, were particularly
good. The 101 Rodeo Association, headed by Larry Goodno, must take extra credit
for a well-thought-out year for getting both contestants and performers.
It must also be noted that the Sammy Andrews Rodeo Company has provided some
great stock to get those scores and times in the 101 Rodeo Arena. Action returns
to the arena at 8 p.m. tonight and again on Saturday, plus some slack tonight in
local team roping following the main rodeo.
Fans could keep up with the action in the arena and special announcements from
familiar voice of Dr. Lynn Phillips from Enid during the main rodeo, and for the
slack activity that followed starting around 11 p.m. and ending in the wee hours
of Friday morning, the challenge was that of Richard Conner. He had announced
the steer roping activity earlier Thursday and took over the "mike" at the late
evening efforts. Conner also will be the Master of Ceremonies at the 101 Wild
West Rodeo Queen events as well as Saturday's 10 a.m. parade in downtown Ponca
City. Conner has built the breast collars that go to amateur team ropers for
their efforts.
Aired loud and clear over the sound system of Stan Loughridge, both Phillips and
Conner, can rest aside that rodeo fans are being well informed.
 Possibly
the most fun event however was when it was time for the filling of the arena
with participants in the calf scramble. There is no way to count the numbers,
but youngsters made the calves hard to get around when that activity took place.
The weather may have had something to do with the great crowd, the youngsters
and for that matter, the participants and special performers.
While it may have threatened a bit to be a bit on the wet side, much of the
overcast moved away and the crowd enjoyed good breezes and temperatures in the
low 80s for the most part.
The crowd hardly got seated following an inspirational presentation of the Grand
Entry by the 101 Wild West Rodeo Drill Team, when the first event recorded great
scores. The drill team will perform again both tonight and Saturday. Also
presented were 101 Wild West Rodeo queen contestants Malory Scott, Rachael Ann
Smith and Stephanie Kaye Sullins. Coronation will come following the Grand Entry
Saturday night.
Bareback bronc riders got things off to the great start. The first event of the
evening had four participants and every one of them remained sort of upright,
long enough, more than eight seconds to get scores. Best of the night was that
of Chris Harris of Itasca, Texas, with an 85 while the other three had score
from 77 down to 68. Jared Keylon of Fort Scott, Kan., is next at 77 and Brian
Leddy of Leedey, Okla., is at 76.
 There
were two saddle bronc riders getting their chance early also, including Travis
Sheets of Hyannis, Neb., who had a 72 in that event. However other riders in the
event followed the program and included Todd Rangel, Gladewater, Texas, the last
to ride in it, scoring an 81. Kobyn Williams of DeBerry, Texas, had a 73 and
another from Hyannis, Neb., Matt Hebbert had a 72.
The guys who like to get down quickly off that horse, but face a really tough
task with a steer, in steer wrestling put on another good show. Mitch Barney of
Alva, had a 4.2 and A.J. Griffin of Garden City, Kan., had 5.1 to give later
entrants something to shoot for.
In tie down roping, Jody Green of Marlow did the trick in 10.4 while next was
Blake Deckard of Wagoner with 11.3.
Not to be outdone, team ropers Ty Smith of Edmond and Jace Crabb of Blair had a
5.8. Two at 6.2 were teams of Jake Barnes, Scottsdale, Ariz., and heeler Clay
O'Brien Cooper, Morgan Mill, Texas along with Clay Pianalto and heeler Jake
Pianalto, of Lincoln, Ark. A team from Bucyrus, Kan., Rob Holland and J.D.
Holland Jr. had 6.5 as did Nick Sartain, Pilot Point, Texas and heeler Rhen
Richard, Roosevelt, Utah.
In girls barrel racing, breaking the 17-second barrier became a bit difficult,
but Diane Martin of Lakin, Kan., did it in 16.94. Best from that was the ride by
Delores Toole of Manter, Kan., in 17.05 and then there was Tracy Nowlin, Nowata,
who was the first to ride in 17.21.
Bull riders completed the professional competition and kept the crowd despite 11
no scores among the 13 contestants. The two that did get the eight-second count
found good scores posted on the leader board when Benton Gonzales of Donie,
Texas had an 84 and Jeston Mead of Ashland, Kan., had a 78.
Local team ropers making good efforts were Buddy Osborn and Earl Smith with a
13.8. George Neff and Tommy Bryant had 16.1.
Nice Weather for First Two Nights of Rodeo
Saturday's contestants for the 101 Wild West Rodeo were going to have to be at
their best if they were to beat out the scores and times that had been recorded
as early as Thursday in the first of the three-day rodeo.
With The News press time being at 8 p.m. Saturday, final results will be
available in Monday's edition.
 With
unusually great weather for the first two nights of the rodeo, participants were
in high gear and the crowds for the two nights of the Andrews Rodeo Company
production enjoyed the results.
Take for instance, the girls barrel racing. During Thursday's regular
performance, Diane Martin of Lakin, Kan., had posted a 16.94 for the best ride,
but that was bettered shortly before midnight Thursday in an effort by Jeanne
Anderson of White City, Kan., at 16.90. They were the only two racers to break
the 17-second barrier.
Friday night, in the girls barrel racing, Jennifer Turner of Vinita had a 16.89,
but she was penalized five seconds when she tipped the first barrel over in
heading to that time, thus finishing with a 21.89 and likely out of the money.
Best on Friday as a result was a 17.32 by Jana Turner of Perkins, the first to
ride, with a 17.32.
Chris Harris of Itasca, Texas, kept his spot in the bareback riding event with
an 85 on Thursday. Best on Friday was 80 by Dusty Gracia of Eakly, but two
others fit right behind with the 79 by Dustin Murray of Wellston and a 78 by
Monty Goodwin of Weatherford. Those were the top four scores, since Jared Keylon
of Fort Scott, Kan., had a 77 on Thursday.
Friday night, Drew Lockwood was the best in local ranch bronc riding with a 76
while Tyler Thomas was the only other to get the eight-second ride for a 67.
 In
steer wrestling the first two nights including slack, Daniel Adams of
Weatherford had a 3.7 for the top spot and Jordon Wiseman of McAlister was
second at 4.1. Both had done their work in slack on Thursday night after the
main rodeo. Best on the Thursday performance with the Family Night and Tough
Enough To Wear Pink night was Mitch Barney of Alva with a 4.2. Next came Dean
Gorsuch of Gering, Neb., with a 4.3 later in slack and best on Friday was Mark
Scales of Pittsburg, Kan., with a 4.4.
Slack effort Thursday by Steve Brickey of Tahlequah with an 8.2 was also the
best in tie down roping. And next came Stephen Reagar of Tulsa with a 9.4, also
during slack. But Ryan Jarrett of Summerville, Ga., was able to break into a
second spot tie with a 9.4 on Friday and Dustin Raupe of Douglass, Kan., also
had a good one, just a tenth of a second off that time with 9.5 also on Friday.
During the saddle bronc riding, the final contestant on Thursday, Todd Rangel of
Gladewater, Texas, set the stage with an 81 and the best on Friday was a 77 by
two riders, the first of which came on the first bronc, by Scott Keogh of
Queensland, Australia. Logan Allen of Crescent, Iowa was able to get a 77 also.
Team ropers in slack, Justin Turner of Vinita and Darrel Radacy of Lookeva had a
5.3 and that will be very tough to beat. At least that's what was thought until
the team of Ty Blasingame, Olney Springs, Colo., and Cody Hintz, Spring Creek
Nev., did a 5.1 on Friday night. Also on Friday, Charles Pogue of Ringling and
Britt Bockius of Claremore had a 5.4 and another team, Cole Dorenkemp of Lamar,
Colo., and Jody Pinkert of Lubbock, Texas, had 5.5.
During slack on Friday, local team ropers of Doug Hall and Tom Nichols posted a
7.1 and in the regular Friday performance, two teams were under 10-seconds. They
included Jeremy Wiender and Tyler Ricky with 7.8 and Mike Delany and Cody
Pontious with 8.2.
Benton Gonzales of Donie, Texas, kept his top spot in the bull riding from the
Thursday performance on a score of 84 and Jeston Mead of Ashland, Kan., remained
in second spot at 78. Best on Friday was Brian Peters of Delphos, Kan., with 77.
49th Annual Wild West Rodeo Comes to an End
 Cowboys
on Saturday at the 49th annual 101 Wild West Rodeo had to settle for less than
first place at the 101 Rodeo Arena, as Mary Burger of Pauls Valley provided the
only change at the top of leader boards while the largest crowd of the rodeo
looked on in windy, a rain-drop-or-two and otherwise mild weather.
Saturday performances also took a back seat to the naming of Rachael Ann Smith,
14-year-old Newkirk Middle School student and daughter of Jimmy and Stacie
Smith, as the 101 Wild West Rodeo Queen. She'll reign throughout the next 12
months and represent the 101 Wild West Rodeo at various other state-wide events.
Also, the local team roping event unfolded with the unseating of defending
champions Barry Kinkaid and Paul Mayes, who had to settle for third on two at
21.6 with a 14.4 following an earlier go-round of 7.2. Taking the new saddles
home as provided by Million Dollar Elm Casino were Felix Lar and Chris Smith,
who had a 9.1 to go with a 10.2 earlier for 19.3. In between was a team of Mike
Delanny and Cody Pontious who got a 13.3 to go with 8.2 earlier and 21.5 for the
second place.
The 101 Rodeo Foundation also had to be proud of the continued crowd pleasing
performances of Specialty Act Vince Bruce and Anne Dubats. Also, barrelman Jeff
(Slim) Garner showed off his fourth routine during a break in the action, with a
fiery barbecue. His Airplane act however, performed all three nights, was again
thrilling even if it did spill the passenger to the arena dirt.
But the crowd did get to see some really good scores on rough stock in bareback
and saddle bronc riding. The Andrews Rodeo Company stock of bulls however were a
bit too much for any contestant to stay upright for a full eight-second count.
None of the nine that were able to get into the chutes and board the bulls could
stay on once the gate was opened allowing more room for action. Credit a pair of
swift bullfighters, Wacey Munsell and Shane Kenney to keep the bulls from doing
much body damage other than broken pride to the riders.
And the 101 Wild West Drill Team, a group of eight women on horseback, provided
two excellent drills. The first was prior to the Grand Entry and the second the
actual Grand Entry. Well done!
The opening performance Saturday, bareback riding, found Dennis Foyil of Guthrie
get a score of 84 and that was good enough to finish second in the three-day
event. Two contestants in local ranch bronc riding, Chris Potter with 78 and
Reid Green with 74 were able to remain on their competitor in the arena.
Steer wrestlers found Jason Blubaugh of Clearwater, Kan., get the task done in
3.8 seconds and that was just a tenth of a second off the slack performance late
Thursday by Daniel Adams of Weatherford, who took home the top prize money.
In tie down roping, Kelly Wood of Kinsley, Kan., also took second place with an
8.9. First went to another performer from slack on Thursday, Steve Brickey of
Tahlequah, who had an 8.2.
Best ride in saddle bronc riding on Saturday was that of Wes Bailey of Tampa,
Kan., with a 77 on Rackateer, but that only earned a second place tie with Scott
Keogh of Queensland, Australia, who had 77 also.
Team ropers JoJo LeMond of Andrews, Texas and Martin Lucero, of Stephenville,
Texas, got a 5.5 effort and that was the best on Saturday, but only good enough
for a fourth place tie with Friday's pair of Cody Dorenkamp of Lamar, Colo., and
Jody Pinkert of Lubbock, Texas.
Getting back to that barrel racing effort of Mary Burger. She had witnessed
Kristie Riley of Checotah go around the clover-leaf pattern in 16.97 to start
the event Saturday and was next up. Best up until that time was a slack
performance of Jeanne Anderson of White City, Kan., at 16.90 followed by
Thursday's Diane Martin of Lakin, Kan., with a 16.94. But Mary Burger did it in
16.87 and then had to watch seven others try to beat that. Closest was Jodi Ray
of Heavener, with a 17.04.
Then came those great bulls, who just didn't want anything foreign on their
backs.
So, the 49th annual 101 Wild West Rodeo came to an end, with the now famous
expressions of announcer Lynn Phillips stating "where there's a sunset, there'll
always be a west!" Thanks Lynn, for another great job of informing the crowd and
101 Rodeo Foundation, that it's time to prepare for the 50th annual.
101 Wild West Rodeo Payoff
Produced by Andrews Rodeo Company
Total Prize Money $47,015.25
Bareback Riding
1. Chris Harris, Itasca, Texas, 85 on Phantom, $1,050.22.
2. Dennis Foyil, Guthrie, 84 on Termit, $795.62.
3. Dusty Gracia, Eakly, 80 on Shady Lady, $572.85.
4. Dustin Murray, Wellston, 79 on Pebbles, $381.90.
5. Monty Goodwin, Weatherford, 78 on Little Bubbles, $222.77.
6. Jared Keylon, Fort Scott, Kan., 77 on Buck Wheat, $159.12.
Steer Wrestling
1. Daniel Adams, Weatherford, 3.7, $1,832.07.
2. Jason Blubaugh, Clearwater, Kan., 3.8, $1,516.20.
3. Jordan Wiseman, McAlester, 4.1, $1,200.32
4. Mitch Barney, Alva, 4.2, $884.45.
5. Dean Gorsuch, Gering, Neb., 4.3, $568.57.
6. Mark Scales, Pittsburg, Kan., 4.4, $315.87.
Tie Down Roping
1. Steve Brickey, Tahlequah, 8.2, $1,708.10.
2. Kelly Wood, Kinsley, Kan., 8.9, $1,413.60.
3. Ryan Jarrett, Summerville, Ga., 9.4, $971.85.
3. Stephen Reagor, Tulsa, 9.4, $971.85.
5. Dustin Raupe, Douglass, Kan., 9.5, $530.10.
6. Russell Wells, Lindsay, 10.0, $147.25.
6.Fred Whitfield, Hockley, Texas, 10.0, $147.25.
Saddle Bronc Riding
1. Todd Rangel, Gladewater, Texas, 82 on Bar Maid, $1,348.05.
2. Scott Keogh, Queensland, Australia, 77 on Jam Bone, $878.27.
2. Wes Bailey, Tampa, Kan., 77 on Rackateer, $878.27.
4. Logan Allen, Crescent, Iowa, 76 on Dirty Harry, $388.07.
4. Bobby Griswold, Geary, 76 on Brutus, $388.07.
6. Kobyn williams, DeBerry, Texas, 73 on Calvin Kline, $68.08.
6. Marty Hebb, Eagle Butte, S.D., 73 on Precision, $68.08.
6. Colin Stalley, Riverton, Wyo., 73 on Tango, $68.08.
Team Roping
1. Ty Blasingtame, Olney Springs, Colo., and Cody Hintz, Spring Creek, Nev.,
5.1, $1,221.84 each.
2. Justin Turner, Vinita and Darrel L. Radacy, Lookeba, 5.3, $1,011.18 each.
3. Charles Pogue, Ringling and Britt Bockius, Claremore, 5.4, $800.52 each.
4. Cole Dorenkamp, Lamar, Colo., and Jody Pinkert, Lubbock, Texas, 5.5, $484.52
each.
4. JoJo LeMond, Andrews, Texas, and Martin Lucero, Stephenville, Texas, 5.5,
$484.52 each.
6. Ty Smith, Edmond, and Jace Crabb, Blair, 5.8, $210.66 each.
Girls Barrel Racing
1. Mary Burger, Pauls Valley, 16.87, $1,326.67.
2. Jeanne Anderson, White City, Kan., 16.90, $1,137.15.
3. Diane Martin, Lakin, Kan., 16.94, $947.62.
4. Kristie Riley, Checotah, 16.97, $821.27.
5. Candice Foster, Canton, 17.03, $631.75.
6. Jodi Ray, Heavener, 17.04, $505.40.
7. Delores Toole, Manter, Kan., 17.05, $379.05.
8. Rachelle Holt, Gruver, Texas, 17.06, $252.70.
9. Jessi Eagleberger, Stringtown, 17.11, $189.52.
10. Kaylee Holt, Gruver, Texas, 17.15, $126.35.
Bull Riding
1. Benton Gonzales, Donie, Texas, 84 on Public Enemy, $1,461.90.
2. Jeston Mead, Ashland, Kan., 78 on Lease Chad Lucas, $1,107.50.
3. Brian Peters, Delphos, Kan., 77 on Whop Bo La, $797.40.
4. Brett Zabokrtsky, Washington, Kan., 68 on Lease Chad Lucas, $531.60.
Steer Roping
Held 8 a.m. Thursday
First Go-Round
1. Leo Campbell, Amarillo, Texas, 10.9, $984.83.
2. Cash Myers, Athens, Texas, 11.1, $738.62.
3. Rod Hartness, Pawhuska, 11.4, $369.31.
4. J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, 11.4, $369.31.
Second Go-Round
1. Shandon Stalls, McLean, Texas, 10.0, $984.83.
2. J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, 10.6, $738.62.
3. Scott Snedecor, Uvalde, Texas, 10.7, $492.42.
4. Ralph Williams, Skiatook, 10.9, $246.21.
Aggregate
1. J.P. wickett, Sallisaw, 22.0 on 2, $984.83.
2. Scott Snedecor, Uvalde, Texas, 23.5 on 2, $738.62.
3. shandon Stalls, McLean, Texas, 24.1 on 2, $492.42.
4. Buster Record Jr., Buffalo, 24.7 on 2, $246.21.
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ANNOUNCER: Lynn Phillips
