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Design by walkerdesigngroup.com • ©Copyright Walker Design Group 2020 VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 1 By Scott Mansch day.” Brad Gjermundson grew up in North Dakota and became a bronc-riding prodigy. He won four world championships and qualified nine times for the Jim Croff, a saddle bronc star who served nearly three decades as President of the NFR en route to a Hall of Fame career. Gjermundson also traveled down the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit, passed away August 31, 2019, at the age of 62 from rodeo road with Croff. “Jim was a cowboy. He loved being a cowboy, and he head injuries and a broken neck suffered in a horse accident fifteen months earlier. was good at it,” said Gjermundson. “His friendship and what he did for rodeo will be missed by many, many people for a long, long time.” Gjermundson, like “Oh my gosh, it’s tough,” said Dave Urick. “It’s just too hard to believe he’s not Croff, grew up in a small ranching community. Both men could be soft-spoken, here.” Urick grew up with Croff at the base of the Highwood Mountains. They and both earned loud ovations from rodeo fans. “Jim grew up in a time and an lived about a half-mile apart on Little Belt Creek and went to the same small era when there were some really rank horses around,” Gjermundson said.“He country school. “We’d walk to school together, walk home together, ride horses rodeoed around rodeo contractors like Marvin Brookman, Reg Kesler, and and sleds and whatever else,” Urick said. They both grew up tobe rough stock Sonny Linger – the best. Jim was real strong, and strong horses didn’t affect stars. “Whatever Jim was doing, he went at it full-bore,” said Urick, a celebrated him. Because he held his feet good and he just rode so correct. He had style. On professional bull rider. Urick achieved much in his rodeo career and is on the the toughest horses, he could make it look easy,” Gjermundson said. shortlist of famous Montana bull riders. He considered Croff a notch above. Jim had charisma. He had character. And he had confidence. “There in 1981 when we Croff’s final professional ride came at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals were knocking on the door and both were in the top 20 in the world, I didn’t know in January of 1980. On a below-zero day, Croff rode Sonny Linger’s “Curly if I belonged with those top bull riders,” Urick said. “But Jim on the other hand, Wolf” to a winning high score of 82 points. “That was a great horse for a long he knew he belonged with the top guys in the world and he would have made it time,” Gjermundson said. “I’ve seen pictures from that ride, and I mean, you easily if he hadn’t broken his leg.” Croff was sitting No.10 in the PRCA bronc don’t get them any better. That horse got in the air good and Jim had his feet set world standings when a bad wreck at a rodeo in Buffalo, Minnesota left him with a in his neck just right. It’s one of the greatest bronc riding pictures out there.” broken leg. Croff qualified nine times for the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals and won two year-end Though he never again challenged for a titles. In 1990, after another winning ride at world championship or a spot at the National the Montana Pro Rodeo Finals, Croff retired Finals Rodeo, Croff went on to prominence from riding broncs. But he never retired from as president of his home state circuit. Along rodeo. Gjermundson was a rugged rodeo with friends Duane Walker and others, Croff star, but his voice softens considerably when helped make the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit considering Jim’s passing. “His friendship and Finals the nation’s best - both in terms of prize his smile ...,” Gjermundson said. And then money and reputation. It came as no surprise he paused. “We all miss him,” Gjermundson to those who knew Croff the best, as he was said. “His community will definitely suffer the always dedicated to excellence. “Jim and I most because he did a lot for neighbors and were on the rodeo board together for over 38 friends. For everybody, really.” Gjermundson years and worked side by side throughout the said Croff will always live in his memory. “He year to plan the Circuit Finals,” Walker said. had that big smile,” he said. “And a handshake “And it didn’t matter if we were at the Ram you’ll never forget.” National Circuit Finals or hunting on his ranch, we were always brainstorming ideas on how to Urick said, “Croff never quite regained his keep the Montana Circuit Finals the best finals top form after that leg injury. But he never in the PRCA. You couldn’t go anywhere with felt sorry for himself.” After retiring from Jim without someone knowing him. He was the arena, Croff became an executive with known in the rodeo world from coast to coast.” the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. He was just Croff was known for his skill and his smarts. as successful in that job as he had been in He served as a pro rodeo judge for years with the saddle. This is not to suggest Jim’s life respected men such as Bob Burkhart and was all butterflies and balloons. There were others. And Jim was perhaps known best for hardships on the ranch, particularly when he his disposition. “I learned one thing about was bitten by two rattlesnakes at the same time Jim,” Walker said. “It didn’t matter if it were on the same leg while working at his ranch. the cowboys in his life, his family, his friends, Jim survived that scrape with the serpents and stock contrators or media, everyone respected continued to display his cowboy toughness and liked Jim and his warm smile. He was during the last fifteen months of his life. He cowboy tough and a man of his word – and was helping friends and relatives during a he had a giant kind heart. I will miss my dear branding in June of 2018 when, as the result of friend.” a horseback accident, he suffered head injuries that included a broken neck. Jim was initially Croff’s daughter, Jimi Rae, captured that heart in intensive care for ten long weeks and battled from the time she was born. She worked side his critical injuries for fifteen long months, by side with her Dad on their ranch, Lone Tree, being in and out of intensive care many times. south of Geyser, Montana. When Jimi Rae In his final compassionate act, Croff became races the barrels forevermore, she will do so an organ donor. “It’s going to take a giant of a knowing that her Dad is right there in the saddle with her. person to fit Jim’s heart,” said Dr. Dale Schaefer, the Montana Pro Rodeo Sports Medicine “A” Team neurological surgeon and friend. Bud Pauley grew up in Miles City and learned to ride broncs with the best of them. He qualified six times for the NFR and in 1985 finished fourth inthe world The Treasure State has known many hometown heroes who became standings. Pauley traveled extensively with Croff. “Jim was a dear, dear friend saddlebronc stars, legends like Bud Pauley, Benny Reynolds, Bill Linderman, of mine,” Pauley said. For 40 years they were buddies. “He was dedicated from Shawn Davis, Dan Mortensen, Ryan Mapston, Jess Martin, and Jesse Kruse. the first day I met him to everything in life, whether it was the ranch or rodeo or Each enjoyed more riding triumphs than Croff. Success, though, is perhaps anything else,” Pauley said. “He was a straight-ahead guy. There was no fooling measured more accurately by the quantity of friendships rather than the around with him.” Pauley said Croff was loyal, trustworthy and talented. Though accumulation of trophy saddles. By that standard, Jim Croff was a king of the he never rode at the NFR, Croff sure could have. “That’s a funny deal right there,” cowboys in Montana. “Jim was just so much fun to be around,” Urick said. “He Pauley said. “Jim rode better than 85 percent of the guys going down the road, had such a robust laugh. He just made you feel good.” Many folks in Montana really. He just never got the breaks like some of us did. I don’t know of anybody and beyond know exactly what Urick means. Jim will be missed deeply by his that didn’t like Jim,” said Pauley. And then he paused… family and friends.
“And I don’t know of anybody that he didn’t like.” One last pause. “More than Scott Mansch wrote about professional rodeo for newspapers in Montana the cowboy thing, he was a lifelong friend,” Pauley said. “You never had to worry from 1983-2019. He has covered each Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals about where you stoodwith Jim Croff. He was a dear friend. I miss him every since 1986 and can be reached at [email protected]
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 7 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS WELCOME RODEO FANS! LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT On behalf of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Board of Directors, I would like to welcome our rodeo fans, contes- tants and their families to the 41st Annual Montana Pro Rodeo Finals. Because of you, and our many dedicated sponsors, Montana remains the #1 circuit in payoff among the 14 PRCA Circuits. We are proud to welcome home PRCA World Champions Ty Erickson and Haven Meged who will go head to head, with the best cowboys and cowgirls for a place in Montana Pro Rodeo history, as well as the right to move onto the Ram National Circuit Finals in Kissimmee, Florida. Thank you to the city of Great Falls, Expo Park, contract personnel and our outstanding Montana PRCA stock contractors.
Sit back and enjoy the finals! Jack Stensland MPRC President
THE PRO RODEO CIRCUIT SYSTEM The Circuit System is part of the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association to encourage greater participation and interest in rodeos through a championship system on the regional level. To that end, the United States has been divided into 12 geographic Circuits together with one or more International Circuits, governed by separate co- sanctioned agreements, outside of the U.S. (collectively “Circuits”), all of which are detailed on the map. International Circuits may be added or subtracted from time to time.
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 9 2019 MONTANA2019 MISS PRCA RODEO PRO MONTANA RODEO CIRCUIT QUEENS FINALS
Kayla Seaman Rebecca Stroh Miss Rodeo Montana 2019 Miss Teen Rodeo Montana 2019 Kalispell, MT Harlem, MT
Miss Rodeo Montana serves as Montana’s “First Lady of Rodeo”. 2020 Miss Rodeo Montana Pageant Contestants She attends Montana’s professional rodeos, appears in parades and at many community events throughout the state, gives speeches to clubs and organizations, does numerous radio and television interviews, and coordinates kiddie rodeos. She will also travel to some of the larger rodeos in the U.S. and Canada, representing Montana and promoting our own rodeos. Becoming Miss Rodeo Montana takes a young lady with high moral and ethical character, an accomplished speaker and public relations specialist. She must understand rodeo in its entirety and be able to explain it in detail to anyone she meets, always portraying good sportsmanship and careful, humane treatment of animals. The experiences she’ll have and the contacts she’ll make through the year will provide numerous opportunities for her future. At the end of her year of reign, Miss Rodeo Montana travels to Las Vegas, Nevada, to compete for the title of Miss Rodeo America Briann Grimshaw Cassidy Shay O’Neil Katie Lynn Kraus during a rigorous week-long competition against other state title- Manhatten, MT Livingston, MT Livingston, MT holders. For more information visit www.missrodeomontana.com
Miss Teen Rodeo 2020 Montana Pageant Contestants
Cassie Turner Cody Carson Clancy Olson Adrianna Eller Victor, MT Kalispell, MT Helena, MT Belgrade, MT Miss Rodeo Montana Pageant (public welcome) Horsemanship: Speech Competition: Kiddee Rodeo: Style Show: Coronation: Thursday 12-2pm Friday 1:00pm Saturday 9:30am Saturday Noon-1:30pm Saturday 2:00-3:30pm Four Seasons Arena University of Providence Theatre Four Seasons Arena Heritage Inn Heritage Inn
VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 11 Sponsored by O’HAIRE MOTOR INN 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS BAREBACK LEADER TRISTAN HANSEN Dillon, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $10,919.33
Tristan Hansen of Dillon is hopeful of winning his second straight year-end Circuit championship. And he’s also looking to extend a Great Falls winning streak. Hansen won the bareback riding at last year’s Circuit Finals in Four Seasons Arena. “Hopefully I can keep it going and make it happen again,” Hansen said. “There’s a bunch of real good competition.” Hansen, 24, is a Driggs, Idaho native who starred on the rodeo team for legendary coach Olie Else at Montana Western. “Oh man, she was a big influence,” Hansen said. “I don’t think I would have finished school if it wasn’t for her.” Hansen is hoping to qualify for another trip to the rich Ram National Finals in Kissimmee, FL. “I messed up there last year by missing a horse out,” he said. “I want to go back there and show what I’m made of.” Hansen, who enters the MPRF with a lead of about $1,000 over Devan Reilly of Sheridan, WY., had a solid season in the Montana Circuit, highlighted by victories in Bigfork and Bozeman. He also placed fifth at the prestigious NILE, was second in Dillon and third in Glasgow. He said his 2019 Montana summer was certainly memorable. “I had fun this year,” he said. “I wasn’t real worried about the money part at our rodeos. I just hung out with friends. I really like the Montana Circuit. I don’t think you could ask for a better one.”
Go Round Winners: $100 Gift Card from Town Pump - $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz
WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Bareback Riding Champions WITH THE 2018 - Tristan Hansen 2007 - Andy Bolich 1996 - Deb Greenough 1985 - Jay Kirkland 2020CASH 2017 - J.R. Vezain 2006 - Andy Bolich 1995 - Deb Greenough 1984 - Larry Peabody DAR 2016 - Jessy Davis 2005 - Andy Bolich 1994 - Deb Greenough 1983 - Chuck Simonson CALEN 2015 - Chase Erickson 2004 - Troy Solomon 1993 - Deb Greenough 1982 - Larry Peabody BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2014 - Jessy Davis 2003 - Scott Lund 1992 - Robert Schall, Jr. 1981 - Larry Peabody 2013 - Jessy Davis 2002 - Scott Lund 1991 - Deb Greenough 1980 - Larry Peabody THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Chase Erickson 2001 - Scott Chesarek 1990 - Kevin Kessler 1979 - Pat Linger 2011 - Chase Erickson 2000 - Scott Lund 1989 - Colin Murnion 1978 - Pat Linger BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2010 - J.R. Vezain 1999 - Deb Greenough 1988 - Kevin Kessler 1977 - Pat Linger 2009 - Troy Solomon 1998 - Scott Lund 1987 - Jay Kirkland 1976 - Jerry Chrisman 2008 - John Collins 1997 - Deb Greenough 1986 - Colin Murnion
2019 Bareback Riding Finalists
1.Tristan Hanson, Dillon...... $10,919.33 5. Shawn Perkins, Bozeman...... $4,805.16 9. Chase Redfield, Opheim...... $2,538.94 2.Deven Reilly, Sheridan, WY...... $9,905.13 6. Buck Lunak, Cut Bank...... $4,650.87 10. Brandley Peabody, Billings...... $1,746.80 3.Trevor McAllister, Polson...... $7,699.91 7. Wyatt Maines, Maple Crk, SK...... $3,454.91 4.Jessy Davis, Power...... $6,572.56 8. Wyatt Bloom, Belgrade...... $3,229.73
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 17 Sponsored by STOCKMAN BANK 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS TEAM ROPING LEADERS TRYAN/VILES Justin Viles - Cody, WY - Heeler Travis Tryan - Billings, MT - Header Total Circuit Winnings: $15,716.61 Total Circuit Winnings: $15,716.61
Travis Tryan - Header: There is no greater name in Montana team roping lore than Tryan. At this year’s 41st annual Montana Pro Rodeo Finals, Travis Tryan will try to add to his family’s legend by earning a year-end championship. Tryan, whose brother Clay has won three world titles as a team roping header, is an elite roper who has made 11 trips to the National Finals Rodeo. The Tryans have another brother, Brady, who has also earned trips to the rich NFR. The Tryans’ parents, Dennis Tryan and Terri Kaye Kirkland, are also rodeo royalty and have qualified for the NFR in the team roping and barrel racing, respectively. Travis, who will rope at the Circuit Finals with Justin Viles, is riding a horse named “Kal,” a bay gelding. “Vile’s good in every situation,” said Tryan. “You can go to a rodeo like Billings or Red Lodge or Livingston, and you know you have a chance to win first. He’s also fun to be around, a good Christian guy and a really great person.” Travis and Viles won rodeos at Bigfork, Circle and White Sulphur Springs last summer. He enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $800 over his little brother Brady. Said Travis: “I don’t rodeo full-time anymore, but my goal is always to win. It would mean a lot to me to win a Montana Circuit title.” Travis, who grew up in the Billings area and lives there now with his wife, Hillary, and daughters Riley and Payton, is seeking what would be his first year-end Montana Circuit championship. “The kids are wanting me to win it so we can go to Disney World in Florida,” he said, referring to the Ram Finals in Kissimmee, Fla. Then he laughed. “So there’s a little extra pressure on me.” Justin Viles - Heeler: Justin Viles has won one Circuit year-end heeling title and figures to pick up another one at this year’s MPRF. That’s because he’s never had a better partner. “Travis Tryan is the best one I’ve ever had,” said Viles, a native of Cody, Wyo. “He’s been to the NFR 11 times and nothing surprises him no matter where we go. When you have a great partner like that it makes you want to up your game. It’s definitely an advantage.” Viles, 35, has long been one of the top team ropers in the Montana Circuit and has been a fixture at the Great Falls event for a decade. He enters the MPRF with a lead of about $4,000 over Ike Folsom. The Tryan-Viles team got hot when it counted most last summer. The tandem won events in Bigfork, Circle and White Sulphur Springs, and cashed at late-summer rodeos in Sidney, Cascade, Baker, Miles City and Kalispell. Viles will be riding Crabby, a 6-year-old horse. “He’s a little bald-faced sorrel gelding that’s honest and gives me a good chance every time,” Viles said.
Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Team Roping Champions WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND WITH THE 2018 – Delon Parker, Ryan Zurcher 2007 - Cody Tew, Kory Mytty 1996 - Derick Fleming 1985 - Dennis Tryan 2020CASH 2017 - Dustin Bird, Chase Tyron 2006 - Jason Handy, Chase Gauger 1995 - Sam Bird 1984 - Dennis Tryan CALENDAR 2016 - Cody Tew, Sid Sporer 2005 - Derick Fleming, Kory Mytty 1994 - S. Schwenke, K. Mytty 1983 - Spike Guardipee 2015 - Shawn Bessette, Sid Sporer 2004 - Shane Schwenke, Kory Mytty 1993 - E. Schaffer, L. Steele 1982 - Sam Bird BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2014 - Jade Stoddard, Ike Folsom 2003 - Kory Mytty, Shane Schwenke 1992 - Dennis Tryan, Sam Bird 1981 - Flint Fleming, 2013 - Dustin Bird, John Robertson 2002 - Shain Sproul, Dustin Bird 1991 - Enoch Schaffer Corky Irion THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Miles Kobold, Matt Robertson 2001 - Rob Kounitz, Sam Bird 1990 - Dennis Tryan, Sam Bird 1980 - Ed Cole BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2011 - Miles Kobold, Matt Robertson 2000 - Shain Sproul, Derick Fleming 1989 - Dennis Tryan 1979 - Bill E. Parker 2010 - Shane Schwenke, Kory Mytty 1999 - Sam Bird, Jim Cole 1988 - Sam Bird, Dick Powell 1978 - Tom Acevedo Go Round Winners: 2009 - Matt Robertson, Justin Vile 1998 - Derick Fleming 1987 - Dennis Tryan 1977 - Gary Murphy 2008 - Matt Robertson, Sid Sporer 1997 - Sam Bird, Jim Cole 1986 - Dennis Tryan $100 Gift Card from Town Pump $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz
2019 Team Roping Finalist Teams
1. Travis Tryan, Billings...... $15,716.61 5. Dustin Bird, Cut Bank...... $10,494.85 9.Cody Tew, Belgrade...... $5,528.15 Justin Viles, Cody, WY...... $15,716.61 Sid Sporer, Cody, WY...... $10,178.10 Landon Williams, Helena...... $4,028.81 2. Brady Tryan, Huntley...... $14,939.99 6. Delon Parker, Worden...... $10,383.51 10.Radley Day, Volborg...... $5,294.11 Sam Levine, Wolf Creek...... $2,255.22 Ryan Zurcher, Powell, WY...... $10,767.92 Taylor Williams, Volborg...... $5,294.11 3. Kal Fuller, Bozeman...... $11,088.34 7. Nolan Conway, Browning...... $8,059.20 11.Kade Sherwood, Wilson, TX...... $4,910.34 Jacob Goddard, Lake Placid, FL...... $3,025.00 Shawn Bird, Cut Bank...... $7,748.80 Kory Mytty, Lolo...... $4,910.34 4. Derick Fleming, Worden...... $10,579.82 8. Ian Austiguy, Gallatin Gateway...... $6,480.60 12.Will Powell, St. Ignatius...... $4,370.97 Brett Fleming, Worden...... $10,579.82 Chase Briggs, IV, Cardwell...... $6,480.60 Riley Bailey, St. Ignatius...... $4,370.97 Buckle Sponsor Saddle Sponsors Jacket Sponsors
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STEER WRESTLING LEADER TY ERICKSON Helena, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $11,575.52
Ty Erickson of Helena is the Treasure State’s latest rodeo world champion. “All that driving, all the blood, sweat and tears, it makes it all worth it,” Erickson said. The former Helena Capital star athlete made his sixth appearance at the National Finals Rodeo and now will seek his fifth year-end Circuit bulldogging title. Erickson, 29, said the Circuit Finals is always special. “I love Montana and I love the support,” he said. “I love the Circuit Finals for multiple reasons. Certainly because it’s in Great Falls and you can see all your friends and family right before you head out for all the winter rodeos. It’s always a good way to start the new year.” Erickson realizes it will take an NFR-type effort to win another year-end Circuit championship. “The Circuit Finals is not like just another rodeo,” he said. “It’s the biggest Montana rodeo we’ve got. There’s a little more pressure because you want to do well in front of your friends and family. Pretty much the whole state who’s involved in rodeo is there.” Erickson will be riding Crush, his 8-year-old black gelding. It’s the same horse he rode to the world title throughout the 2019 season. “He went above and beyond my expectations at the National Finals Rodeo,” Erickson said. “He hasn’t been doing it for very long (little more than a year), but he’s been working so good for me.” Erickson’s 2019 Circuit season included victories in Belt and Lewistown. He also won the second go-round at the Big Sky Roundup in Great Falls. Erickson enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $1,500 over veteran bulldogging star Shawn Downing.
Go Round Winners: $100 Gift Card from Town Pump - $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Steer Wrestling Champions WITH THE 2020CASH 2018 - Bridger Chambers 2007 - Shawn Downing 1996 - Shannon Blixt 1985 - Steve Blixt R 2017 - Scott Guenthner 2006 - Ken Holland 1995 - Rod Lyman 1984 - Ray Stoos CALENDA 2016 - Ty Erickson 2005 - Jesse Peterson 1994 - Shannon Blixt 1983 - D.J. Smith THIS SUNDAY 2015 - Ty Erickson 2004 - Nick Stubblefield 1993 - Brad Gleason 1982 - Roger Brockway BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - 2014 - Beau Clark 2003 - Shannon Blixt 1992 - Rob Kountz 1981 - Lynn Perry 2013 - Shawn Downing 2002 - Nick Stubblefield 1991 - Rod Lyman 1980 - Lynn Perry THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Mike Gollaher 2001 - Jesse Peterson 1990 - Jesse Peterson 1979 - Lynn Perry BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2011 - Ty Erickson 2000 - Ivan Teigen 1989 - Rod Lyman 1978 - Russ Dolven 2010 - Ty Erickson 1999 - Ivan Teigen 1988 - Shannon Blixt 1977 - Bob Christophersen 2009 - Beau Franzen 1998 - Rod Lyman 1987 - Clay Brower 1976 - Del Nose 2008 - Beau Franzen 1997 - Tim Garrison 1986 - Kevin Nordahl 2019 Steer Wrestling Finalists
1. Ty Erickson...... $11,575.52 5. Will Stovall, Roberts...... $ 8,252.12 9. Josh Clark, Belgrade...... $ 5,732.38 2. Shawn Downing, Saco...... $10,090.14 6. Ross Mosher, Augusta...... $ 7,704.39 10. Luke Gee, Stanford...... $ 5,405.62 3. Newt Novich, Twin Bridges...... $ 9,395.08 7. Jake Nelson, Bozeman...... $ 7,605.99 11. Hank Hollenbeck, Molt...... $ 3,493.71 4. Will Powell, St. Ignatius...... $ 8,450.45 8. Kyle Callaway, Blue Creek...... $ 7,233.52 12. Bode Scott, Custer...... $ 2,600.90
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 25 Sponsored by MONTANA CREDIT UNION 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS SADDLE BRONC LEADER JESSE KRUSE Great Falls, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $10,477.07 Jesse Kruse has had so many winning rides at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. But it doesn’t get old. “No it doesn’t,” he said. “Hopefully it keeps happening.” Kruse, 33, is seeking his sixth year-end Circuit championship - and fourth in five years - and the former world champion said the goal never changes. “You always want to ride your best in front of the hometown folks,” he said. Kruse, the former C.M. Russell High and University of Montana cowboy, was the PRCA’s bronc riding Rookie of the Year in 2007. Two years later he won a gold buckle and the world championship. Kruse, 33, has had to deal with some serious injuries the last few years but is still a force in the PRCA bronc riding world and last summer was in solid contention for what would have been his fourth NFR appearance. Kruse’s 2019 Circuit season began with a victory at the Circuit Finals last January, and included victories in Belt and Sidney. He was second at Wolf Point and Glasgow and third at White Sulphur Springs. Kruse enters the MPRF with a lead of about $3,000. His game plan doesn’t change at the big January event in Great Falls. “It’s a damn good rodeo,” he said. “You’ve got to take them one at a time and hope you draw real good.” The Four Seasons Arena crowd always treats Kruse with loud ovations. “It always makes a guy feel good,” he said. “It makes you want to try as hard as you can.” Kruse and his wife, Lindsay, are both in the hunt for year-end circuit titles. The Kruse family earned a pair of championship saddles four years ago. “It’d be cool if it happened again,” Jesse said. “Lindsay had a great year and I’m proud of her.”
Go Round Winners: $100 Gift Card from Town Pump - $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Saddle Bronc Riding Champions WITH THE 2018 - Jesse Kruse 2007 - Jake Hayworth 1996 - Dan Mortensen 1985 - Dusty Crary 2020CASH 2017 - Jesse Kruse 2006 - Jake Costello 1995 - Dan Mortensen 1984 - Bud Pauley CALENDAR 2016 - Tyrell Smith 2005 - Shaun Stroh 1994 - Dan Mortensen 1983 - Mike Anderson 2015 - Jesse Kruse 2004 - Jake Costello 1993 - Dan Mortensen 1982 - Bud Pauley BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2014 - Zeke Thurston 2003 - J.T. Robbins 1992 - Ed Lockwood 1981 - Dusty Crary 2013 - Josh Reynolds 2002 - Jake Costello 1991 - Dan Mortensen 1980 - Jim Croff THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Shane Moran 2001 - Shane Moran 1990 - Dan Mortensen 1979 - Jim Croff BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2011 - Jake Costello 2000 - Jake Costello 1989 - Dan Mortensen 1978 - David Griffith 2010 - Jake Costello 1999 - Jake Costello 1988 - Gray Mapston 1977 - Jim Jacobsen 2009 - Jesse Kruse 1998 - Ryan Mapston 1987 - Jack Nystrom 1976 - Jim Jacobsen 2008 - Jesse Kruse 1997 - Ryan Mapston 1986 - Jack Nystrom 2019 Saddle Bronc Riding Finalists
1. Jesse Kruse, Great Falls...... $10,477.07 5.Tanner Hollenback, Dillon...... $ 5,973.31 9. Alan Gobert, Browning...... $ 2,690.75 2. Keenan Rienhardt, Cochrane, AB...$ 7,606.86 6. Sage Newman, Melstone...... $ 5,898.26 10. Houston Brown, Miles City...... $ 2,490.24 3. Andrew Evjene, Two Dot...... $ 6,305.58 7. Taylen Nelson, Wibaux...... $ 5,045.16 11 Matt Halmes, Cascade...... $ 1,492.22 4. Travis Nelson, Broadus...... $ 6,087.38 8. JC DeSaveur, Roberts...... $ 2,742.73 12.Gerald Eash, Trego...... $ 1,399.66
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 29 Sponsored by COLUMBIA GRAIN 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS TIE DOWN ROPING LEADER BRYCE BOTT Manhattan, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $12,517.88
Bryce Bott is no stranger to important rodeos. The Wyoming native graduated from Montana State and earned three trips to the College National Finals, finishing sixth in the nation as a senior. He bought his PRCA card for the first time last summer, and what a debut it was. Bott, 23, enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $3,000 over Hank Hollenbeck in the quest for a year-end championship. “It would mean everything,” Bott said. “I’ve put a lot of work into being a good calf- roper, and to win something that big would really make it all worthwhile.” Bott finished particularly strong last summer, tying for first place at Baker and earning third place at the Yellowstone River Roundup in Billings. The rodeos were on the same weekend. “That was pretty cool,” he said. “There were a lot of the top guys in the world at those rodeos. To be able to compete with those guys really helps your confidence and makes you feel like you belong.” Bott’s mount is Vesa, an 11-year-old dirty buckskin gelding. “He’s so consistent,” said Bott, who lives between Miles City and Broadus and works on a cattle ranch. “He doesn’t do anything over-the-top special, but he doesn’t ever cost you. Just a good, solid horse. Never does anything to hurt you. The same horse every time.” Bott’s 2019 Circuit summer also included a victory at White Sulphur Springs, second-place runs in both Kalispell and Bigfork, and a third-place effort in the second go at the Big Sky Pro Rodeo Roundup in Great Falls. JACKIE JENSEN PHOTO Go Round Winners: $100 Gift Card from Town Pump - $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Tie Down Roping Champions WITH THE 2020CASH 2018 - Haven Meged 2007 - Chad Johnson 1996 - Brett Fleming 1985 - Jerry Small DAR 2017 - Nolan Conway 2006 - Ryan Siemsen 1995 - Jody Walker 1984 - Bill E. Parker CALEN 2016 - Logan Hofer 2005 - Travis Caldwell 1994 - Bill Boyce 1983 - Darryl Crowley BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2015 - Chad Johnson 2004 - Travis Caldwell 1993 - Jim Scott 1982 - Darryl Crowley 2014 - Hank Hollenbeck 2003 - Travis Caldwell 1992 - Laramie Boumann 1981 - Dean Woodard 2013 - Chad Johnson 2002 - Travis Caldwell 1991 - Chris Witcher 1980 - Lyle Cochran THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Chad Johnson 2001 - Brett Fleming 1990 - Allen Fisher 1979 - Dean Woodward BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2011 - Dustin Bird 2000 - Shain Sproul 1989 - Allen Fisher 1978 - Lyle Cochran 2010 - Brett Fleming 1999 - Brett Fleming 1988 - Darryl Crowley 1977 - Jack Witcher 2009 - Travis Caldwell 1998 - Bill Boyce 1987 - Gary Woodard 1976 - Jack Witcher 2008 - Ryan Siemsen 1997 - Bill Boyce 1986 - Darryl Crowley 2019 Tie Down Roping Finalists
1. Bryce Bott, Manhattan...... $12,517.88 5. Logan Hofer, Magrath, AB...... $7,050.65 9. Shay Keller, Rockglen, SK...... $4,926.41 2. Hank Hollenbeck, Molt...... $ 9,873.78 6. Jade Gardner, Winnett...... $6,276.16 10.Kevin Peterson, Kilgore, NE...... $4,634.54 3. Dillon Hahnkamp, Melrose...... $ 8,085.98 7. Ty Hedrick, Jackson...... $5,149.09 11.Ryan Siemsen, Huntley...... $4,206.34 4. Haven Meged, Miles City...... $ 8,053.35 8. Trevin Baumann, Hardin...... $4,932.43 12. Landon Williams, Helena...... $3,359.33
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 31 Sponsored by COORS & GUSTO DISTRIBUTING 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS BARREL RACING LEADER LINDSAY KRUSE Winston, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $21,781.30
For more than a decade, Lindsay Kruse of Winston has been one of the most celebrated champions in the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. But she’s never had a year like this. “It was pretty special,” she said. Kruse, who couldn’t ride at last year’s Circuit Finals after giving birth to her third child in a family she shares with her husband, former world champion bronc rider Jesse Kruse, enters this year’s MPRF with a lead of nearly $9,000 over Maggie Poloncic of Gillette, WY. That advantage came via a string of successful runs aboard Cover Girl, Kruse’s 8-year-old bay mare. Cover Girl, or CG, has picked up the slack after Kruse tragically lost her award-winning steed Harley a few years ago. “When you lose a good horse like that - I mean they only come along so often - and it makes you think well, I’ll be lucky to make Circuit Finals,” she said. “So to have this happen is just so great. It never gets old and it makes you appreciate it more.” Kruse has won three year-end circuit championships in a fantastic barrel racing career that includes 11 appearances at the MPRF. Her 2019 summer included check-cashing efforts at nearly two dozen circuit events, including victories in Augusta, Chinook, Shelby and Cascade. What makes CG such a great horse? “Just consistency,” Kruse said. “She’s honest. And she’s also very quick.” The Kruse family includes daughters Paisley and Harlow, and son Kree. Go Round Winners: $100 Gift Card from Town Pump $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO WPRA BARREL RACING CHAMPIONS WITH THE 2020CASH 2018 - Carmel Wright 2008 - Lindsay Karp 1998 - Rachael Myllymaki 1988 - Rachael Myllymaki DAR 2017 - Shelly Anzick 2007 - Shelly Murphy 1997 - Judy Myllymaki 1987 - Chris Fredrick McQueary CALEN 2016 - Lisa Lockhart 2006 - Shelly Anzick 1996 - Rachael Myllymaki 1986 - Terri Kaye Kirkland BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2015 - Lindsay Kruse 2005 - Mercede Knudson 1995 - Rachael Myllymaki 1985 - Patty Ann Perry 2014 - Carmel Wright 2004 - Terri Kaye Kirkland 1994 - Charlotte Schmidt 1984 - Patty Ann Perry THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2013 - Shelly Anzick 2003 - Carolynn Vietor 1993 - Rachael Myllymaki 1983 - Patty Ann Perry BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2012 - Theresa Walter 2002 - Marie Gee 1992 - Rachael Myllymaki 1982 - Patty Ann Perry 2011 - Theresa Walter 2001 - Rachael Sproul 1991 - Rachael Myllymaki 1981 - Lila Mae Stewart 2010 - Theresa Walter 2000 - Rachael Myllymaki 1990 - Charlotte Schmidt 1980 - D’Ann Witcher 2009 - Theresa Walter 1999 - Shirlee Parini 1989 - Jody Peterson 1979 - Donna Idland 1978 - D’Ann Witcher 2019 WPRA Barrel Racing Finalists
1. Lindsay Kruse, Winston...... $21,781.30 5. Shelby Gill, Helena...... $ 5,762.56 9. Tammy Jo Carpenter, Kalispell...... $ 4,290.96 2. Tia Murphy, Cut Bank...... $11,334.68 6. Callahan, Tryan, Huntley...... $ 5,722.00 10. Tara Stimpson, Lodge Grass...... $ 4,166.38 3. Brittney Barnett, Joliet...... $ 8,862.37 7. Ashley Day, Volborg...... $ 5,062.18 11. Madison Wilkerson, Bozeman...... $ 3,479.03 4. Lisa Anderson, Bozeman...... $ 6,304.68 8. Milee Dailey, Pray...... $ 5,054.18 12. Casey Wagner, Park City...... $ 3336.60
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It’s been a memorable few months for Payton Fitzpatrick, as the Polson native married Katelynn (Wagner) in September and now will be gunning for his first year-end Circuit title in the bull riding. “Oh man, it would mean everything,” said Fitzpatrick, a 24-year-old who made his MPRF debut last January. “You know, that’s something that I thought for a long time was out of my reach. There’s so much great competition. The state of Montana has so much to offer when it comes to talent for riding bulls and every event in general. Winning the Montana circuit would mean the absolute world to me.” Fitzpatrick had a sensational summer that included victories in Fort Benton, Lewistown, Plentywood, Great Falls and Billings. He placed second in Miles City and Belt, was fourth in Dillon and got the campaign off to a great start with a third-place effort at the NILE in Billings. “It’s been a wild year, I’ll tell you, with getting married and rodeoing so hard,” Fitzpatrick said. “I’m really looking forward to riding in Great Falls.” Fitzpatrick enters the MPRF with a lead of nearly $6,000 over friend and traveling partner Hawk Whitt.
Go Round Winners: $100 Gift Card from Town Pump - $50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Bull Riding Champions WITH THE 2020CASH 2018 - Parker Breding 2007 - Tyler Johnson 1996 - Don Nahrgang 1985 - Dave Urick R 2017 - Parker Breding 2006 - Steven Lambert 1995 - Shannon Wortman 1984 - Kevin Nordahl CALENDA 2016 - Luke Gee 2005 - Beau Hill 1994 - Marty Penrod 1983 - Dale Bird 2015 - Parker Breding 2004 - Beau Hill 1993 - Scott Breding 1982 - Brian Cooley BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2014 - Luke Gee 2003 - Beau Hill 1992 - Dan Plummer 1981 - David Urick 2013 - Parker Breding 2002 - Rick Wock 1991 - Dan Mortensen 1980 - Dave Wagner THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Beau Hill 2001 - Sterling Lamb 1990 - Sterling Lamb 1979 - Dave Wagner BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2011 - Nevada Newman 2000 - Jim Leatherberry 1989 - Scott Breding 1978 - Dave Wagner 2010 - Beau Hill 1999 - Justin Mack 1988 - Scott Breding 1977 - Dave Wagner 2009 - Cody Buller 1998 - Justin Blankenship 1987 - Kevin Nordahl 1976 - Dave Wagner 2008 - Cody Buller 1997 - Dan Porter 1986 - Dave Urick
2019 Bull Riding Finalists
1. Payton Fitzpatrick, Polson...... $24,229.29 5. Cole Wagner, Valier...... $9,723.51 9. Dakota Louis, Browning...... $5,436.85 2. Hawk Whitt, Thermopolis, WY .....$18,485.33 6. Parker Breding, Edgar...... $8,729.96 10. Connor Murnion, Jordan...... $4,677.77 3. Gerald Eash, Trego...... $14,733.15 7. T’Jay Allen, Harlem...... $7,364.03 11. Preston Louis, Browning...... $1,521.16 4. Jayde Murphy, Cut Bank...... $11,485.88 8. Luke Gee, Stanford...... $5,823.44 12. Marc Dorendorf, Columbus...... $ 697.95
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 37 Sponsored by JOHNSON MADISON LUMBER 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS ALL-AROUND LEADER HANK HOLLENBECK Molt, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $18,267.69
Molt rancher Hank Hollenbeck has won four of the last five year-end all-around championships in the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit, and he says the feeling does not get old. “No it don’t,” he said. “It seems the older I get the harder I have to work for it. But it’s always a great opportunity for me.” Hollenbeck, 35, enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $3,000 over Will Powell. The Molt man enters the MPRF in fourth place in the steer wrestling and in second place in the tie-down roping. He won nearly $5,000 at the circuit steer roping finals to pad his all-around resume. Hollenbeck’s family includes his wife, Sara, 2-year-old son Rhett and 10-month-old daughter Hazel. Family and ranching obligations keep him from pursuing a National Finals Rodeo berth, but his track record at the Circuit Finals suggests Hollenbeck is the reigning king of Montana’s cowboys. “I try to have a lot of determination through the summertime to hit all the Montana rodeos and take care of business,” he said. His mounts at this year’s Circuit Finals include veteran calf horse Raydey, a 16-year-old bay gelding, young calf horse Ruby, an 8-year-old red roan, and 17-year-old bulldogging partner Rooster, a sorrel gelding.
WIN BIG MONEY THIS WEEKEND Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo All Around Champions WITH THE 2018 - Hank Hollenbeck 2007 - Marty Becker 1996 - Rob Kountz 1985 - Jerry Small 2020CASH 2017 - Hank Hollenbeck 2006 - Ryan Siemsen 1995 - Rod Lyman 1984 - Kevin Nordahl DAR 2016 - Dustin Bird 2005 - Derick Fleming 1994 - Spike Guardipee 1983 - Spike Guardipee CALEN 2015 - Hank Hollenbeck 2004 - Ryan Siemsen 1993 - Robert Schall Jr. 1982 - Larry Peabody BIG MONEY DRAWINGS HELD LAST DAY OF THE FINALS - THIS SUNDAY 2014 - Hank Hollenbeck 2003 - Dustin Bird 1992 - Laramie Baumann 1981 - Chuck Simonson 2013 - Dustin Bird 2002 - Shain Sproul 1991 - Dan Mortensen 1980 - Chuck Simonson THERE S STILL TIME TO WIN 2012 - Miles Kobald 2001 - Rob Kountz 1990 - Dan Mortensen 1979 - Jerry Small 2011 - Dustin Bird 2000 - Shain Sproul 1989 - Dan Cross 1978 - Cliff Glade BUY ONE NOW - NEAR THE DOORS/CONCESSIONS 2010 - J.R. Vezain 1999 - Brett Fleming 1988 - Spike Guardipee 1977 - Gary Murphy 2009 - Beau Franzen 1998 - Bill Boyce 1987 - Kevin Nordahl 1976 - Rob Erickson 2008 - Bryant Mikkelson 1997 - Tim Garrison 1986 - Kevin Nordahl
2019 All Around Finalists
1. Hank Hollenbeck, Molt...... $18,267.69 5. Gerald Eash, Trego...... $11,367.91 8. Jake Nelson, Belgrade...... $ 7,689.32 2. Will Powell, St. Ignatius...... $15,009.01 6. Delon Parker, Worden...... $10,835.38 9.Landon Williams, Helena...... $ 7,388.14 3. Bryce Bott, Manhattan...... $14,068.57 7.Luke Gee, Stanford...... $ 9,289.09 10. Jade Garnder, Winnett...... $ 7,116.87 4. Nolan Conway, Cut Bank...... $13,992.88
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VISIT US AT MONTANAPRORODEO.COM • FIND US ON 39 2019 MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT FINALS Keith Peterson Lifetime Achievement Award In 2019 the Keith Peterson Lifetime Achievement Award was deservedly awarded to James T. Croff.
Jim passed away on August 31st, 2019 from injuries suffered from a broken neck in a horse accident 15 months earlier. Jim was a saddle bronc star in Montana with two Circuit Championships and was a nine-time qualifier at the Circuit Finals. After his riding career he then served 38 years on the Board for the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit while serving nearly 30 years as the President. Under his leadership, the Montana Circuit gained national recognition as the premier Circuit Finals in the country.
Jim was a man of excellence, charisma, character, leadership. He was always fair and always ready to help out with a smile on his face and a firm handshake to show his appreciation. He was a giant of a man in Montana Rodeo and loved by all. He epitomizes the Keith Peterson Award, as he gave his life to the Rodeo lifestyle in the state he loved, Montana! Past Recipients 2019 - James T. Croff 2011 - Dave Wagner 2018 - Delbert & Janice High 2010 - Fred Hirschy 2017 - Doug Wall (Posthumously) 2009 - John Gee, Sr 2016 - Dr. Larry Pedegana 2008 - Marvin Brookman and 2015 - Sports Medicine “A” Team Reg Kesier (Posthumously) From left to right: Rick Griffin, MS, ATC (original member of the Sports Medicine A TEAM, Seattle Mariners 2014 - Don Harrington (Posthumously) Trainer), accepting the award on Jim’s behalf is Dustin Probert (Jim’s stepson) and Jimi Rae Croff (Jim’s 2013 - Duane Walker daughter), Dr. Cris Peterson (Dr. Keith Peterson’s son), Mary Bechen RN (Dr. Keith Peterson’s nurse) and 2012 - Flint Rasmussen Jeff D’Amelio (original member of the Sports Medicine A TEAM). Sports Medicine “A” Team
Beginning in 1981 the Montana PRCA Rodeo Sports Medicine “A” Team was formed by Dr. Keith Peterson, Dr. John Halseth, Rick Griffin, ATC and Jeff D’Amelio to provide medical coverage for the deserving cowboys and cowgirls who qualified for the Montana Circuit Finals. 2020 will be the 40th consecutive year that this amazing group of medical professionals, along with the Justin Sports Medicine Program, will team up to what has grown into the preeminent medical provider for the contestants in all the circuit finals in professional rodeo. The current Rodeo “A” Team consists of a neurosurgeon, an orthopedist, multiple athletic trainers, a physical therapist, a registered nurse, an osteopath, paramedics and a massage therapist. For the past 40 years this group has volunteered their time to provide the best medical care, exercise instruction and therapy to help maintain the health of the contestants at the Montana Circuit Finals while also conducting research projects that have been published in medical journals which increase the level of care at rodeos throughout the nation. The “A” Team was the dream of Dr. Keith Peterson, who passed away on September 30, 2018 at the age of 85. He loved working at the Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo and was always there to diagnose an injury, lend a helping hand, tell a funny story and help get the cowboys and barrel racers back to competing. Dr. Peterson’s legacy is being carried on by a qualified group of medical professionals that now include his son, Dr. Chris Peterson, Dr. Dale Schaeffer, Rick Griffin, MS, ATC, Physical Therapist David Caldwell, Rusty Sullivan, ATC, Karen Rogue, RN, Jay Schaffer EMTP, Jeff D’Amelio, Kevin Cox, Debbie Larsen and Mike rich from the Justin Sports Medicine program. The Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals would like to thank everyone involved for their dedication for the last 40 years for their contributions in providing outstanding medical coverage at the Circuit Finals.
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WADE SANKEY Sankey Rodeo Company - Joliet, MT After 30 years in the rodeo business, Sankey Pro Rodeo is exploring new horizons, yet again. Spring boarding off his years as a rodeo contestant at the highest level of the sport, Ike Sankey combined what he had learned about rodeo as a business with his livestock skills and work ethic to create his vision of a rodeo company. Focusing not only on quality livestock, but also event production and spectator experience. Sankey Rodeo Company flourished. Over the years the company has been blessed with 4 Saddle Bronc of the Year PRCA Awards, 12 PRCA Stock Contractor of the Year nominations and numerous PRCA and Montana Circuit Awards, Additionally, Sankey Rodeo Company livestock is featured annually at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and have been featured on ESPN, USA Today, Western Horseman and CMT. Over $225,000 is won on Sankey Rodeo Company livestock annually. In 2018 Sankey Pro Rodeo was awarded the prestigious PRCA “Remuda Award.” A family affair from the start, in 2013 Ike and Roberta welcomed son, Wade, and daughter, Ryan, in as full partners and, in 2018 Sankey Rodeo Company joined forces with renowned bull producers, Phenom Genetics. Jacket Sponsor MONTANA COWBOYS ASSOCIATION - COWBOYS BAR DAVE WIEFERICH Brookman Rodeo Company - Sidney, MT As the rodeo business often is, Brookman Rodeo continues to be a family-run business that brings excitement and entertainment to the area. The Brook- man Rodeo Company, which was started in the 1930s by PRCA Hall-of-Famer Marvin Brookman, exemplifies the commitment of all the Montana stock contractors. Cathy and Dave took over ranch operations in 2006 when her grandfather passed after suffering a stroke. The tradition lives on through them. “We had goals when Marvin died,” Dave said. “Our first goal was to get him in the Rodeo Hall of Fame, and we achieved that. Second was to keep going and make it sustainable, and we’ve done that. Now, the third stage is working on the breeding program. We’re real excited about where our animals are going and what we’re raising now.” Brookman Rodeo handles just about every part of setting up rodeos. From raising and supplying the animals to hiring timers and clowns, Brookman has it covered. Brookman Rodeo retains PRCA card number 252. Rodeo fans for more than 80 years have associated 252 with great bucking stock, a tradition that continues thanks to the Brookman Rodeo Company. Dave and Cathy, along with their three children; LaTasha, Tesa and Tate continue on with the family rodeo business to keep Marvin’s bloodlines alive.
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ROY WHITFORD New West Rodeo Productions – Browning, MT Located in Browning, Montana along the beautiful Rocky Mountains front, lies the home of New West Rodeo Productions. The family owned and operated company boasts generations of business and rodeo knowledge. New West takes great pride in the care of their animal athletes. They strive to produce an outstanding rodeo production for the contestants, committees and fans. They look forward to working with all of the great people of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit and are pleased to continue the western way of life. Jacket Sponsor MONTANA COWBOYS ASSOCIATION - COWBOYS BAR
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Calvin Bohleen Award - Sylvan LaCross
“To some, it’s a nice bronze. To others, it’s one of the most gratifying and humbling reminders of why I do what I do.” Sylvan LaCross was awarded the Calvin Bohleen Memorial Award in recognition of his mentoring, professionalism, and investment in the future of rodeo. He had no clue that this surprise would be waiting for him as he entered the arena to fight bulls last year at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. Sylvan stated, “This award is something I have watched many “older guys” receive over the past few years, many of whom I have learned various lessons from. To join this select group of individuals is an incredible honor, one I never imagined receiving at my age, let alone during the short career that I have had in the rodeo industry thus far. The rodeo world has been my life and given me many of the greatest life lessons that I have experienced.” He wanted to thank all of those who have taught 2019 RECIPIENTS him about the great sport of rodeo. “Thank you 2018 - Nick Stubblefield to the ones that believe in me and my passion to 2017 Jake Hayworth follow a career that has been placed before me by 2016 Scott Breding our Lord and have pushed me along the way. Thank 2015 Al Sandvold you to all of you that have given me the chance to 2014 Sam Bird share my knowledge of rodeo, life, and faith at your 2013 Shane Bessette schools/camps/clinics, one on one sessions, and 2012 John Gee a quick passing by. But most of all, thank you to 2011 Judy Myllymaki Tyrell J Smith, Skyler Erickson, and Troy Vaira for 2010 Dick Lyman nominating me for this award! You guys really don’t 2009 Jeff Solomon know how much I appreciate your thoughtfulness 2008 Arnie Johnson and support!!” 2007 Jim Croff
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WILL RASMUSSEN Professional Announcer - Choteau, Montana With more than two decades of experience in the industry and a Wrangler, Resistol, and Boyd Gaming endorsee, Rasmus- sen is a veteran rodeo announcer who, since advancing to the PRCA ranks in 1994, has shared his style of announcing with rodeo fans in Montana and across the United States. Will was honored to be nominated for the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s Announcer of the Year. Will Rasmussen of Choteau has been a constant at the Montana Pro Ro- deo Circuit Finals announcing all the excitement. Out of the 41 years the Montana Circuit Finals have been held, Will has announced 21 of those. “I love it,” he said. “I work harder preparing for this than I did years ago when I got picked for the first one. I just want to be better all the time. I feel more pressure to do better because I’m close to home and these are educated rodeo fans.” Needless to say, the Circuit Finals means a lot to him. “Oh my gosh, it means everything,” Will said. “It means so much to be home in front of a lot of people that I know, announcing for them and making Montana’s premier rodeo as good as it can be. It means more every time I get chosen to do it.”
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JAY SHAW Pickup Man - Miles City, MT Eight times the Miles City native has been selected to pick up at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. Jay Shaw commented that the winter trips to Great Falls this time of year never gets old. “The thing is everybody wants you here and appreciate it so much,” Jay said. “They make you feel welcome and it feels like the whole town is glad you’re there. I enjoy it.” Jay does a little team roping but has always stayed clear of the roughstock events except as a pickup man. He has been picking up since he was fourteen. Jay plans to bring his string of pickup horses all the way from Miles City. “I look forward to this each time I have been selected,” he said. And then he laughed. “It’s too cold to do anything else, so we might as well come up to Great Falls and rodeo.”
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ANDY BOLICH Pickup Man - Bozeman, MT Andy Bolich will be making his 9th appearance as a pickup man at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. Andy has been selected by the Cowboys he picks up all year, as a pickup man at the Montana Circuit Finals. Bolich started his career at the Montana Circuit Finals as a contestant in the Bareback Riding, winning the championship three times, until an injury forced him to retire from bareback riding. Andy started picking up at circuit rodeos during the season after his wreck and was selected to pick up at his first Montana Circuit Finals the following January. Originally from Washington, Bolich attended Montana State University on a rodeo scholarship and is now the rodeo coach there. Andy looks forward to the atmosphere and good bucking horses at the Montana Circuit Finals. During the summer Andy and his wife, Tracey make going to the rodeos a family affair with their three sons, Blaise, Brooks, and Bentz. Each rodeo is like a family camping trip for the boys.
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JUDY KESLER Secretary - Helena, MT Judy Kesler will be handling the secretarial duties for the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals for the 7th year. Judy has been behind the scenes at several rodeos in the U.S. and Canada, either as secretary or timer for the family owned businesses of Kesler Rodeo Company and Kesler Championship Rodeo. Judy stated that the business is a family affair and you do whatever it takes to make the business run, such as being the secretary, a timer or maybe both at the rodeos. “You do it for the family, with no big hoopla.”
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BERVA DAWN KESLER Timer - Helena, MT Berva Dawn Kesler is no newcomer to the business of rodeo and has spent most of her life traveling between the US and Canada working as a timer and secretary for the Kesler Rodeo Company. When she’s not traveling from rodeo to rodeo, Berva Dawn works in the nursing field. Her son, Kurtis also travels and does all of the sound and music at many of the rodeos. “It’s a family business and we all work together to get the job done.“ Berva Dawn has timed at the Montana Circuit Finals many times and is looking forward to doing it again this year!
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CATHY WIEFERICH Timer - Sidney, MT Cathy was born and raised in Wolf Point, MT before moving to Sidney. That is where she met her husband, Dave, and cur- rently resides. They raised three kids, LaTasha, Tesa, and Tate. She served as a school teacher for 26 years. She now works at Cowboy Crane Service for her husband, Dave, and along with him, she manages Brookman Rodeo Co. and travels around the country producing, secretarying, and timing rodeos. She inherited the company from the late great, Marvin Brookman. She is proud of that and loves doing it with her family. She will be headed to the Ram National Circuit Finals in Kissimmee, Florida to time in April along with taking stock.
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DENNIS HALSTEAD Clown/Barrelman A great rodeo clown can mean the difference between an enjoyable experience and one that has spectators leaving the arena with happy kids and cheeks that hurt from excessive smiling. Dennis Halstead is known throughout the world for his entertaining performances in the arena and is currently ranked number two barrelman in the world. “Our business is a very unique business; it’s not something you go to school for and learn that way. It is a gift. I’ve got a gift and I don’t know what my parents did, they were in a rush when they made me but this is how I turned out, I’ve got a quick wit and just the nature of who I am of being fun and funny, so a lot of it is just a natural instinct”. Halstead holds numerous titles including eight time Canadian Pro Rodeo Association Entertainer of the Year and is the first Canadian to qualify twice for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Unscripted and unexpected is what rodeo fans can expect from Halstead this weekend as he said each arena and crowd is different. But the goal of making people laugh and enjoy their time, stays the same.
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KALEB BARRETT Bullfighter - Missoula, MT Kaleb is a professional bullfighter, who thinks the glass is half full; believes enjoying life is key, and if you work hard you should play hard. “I started fighting bulls when I was 19 and have been blessed to be a professional. It is fulfilling to be there for my fellow cowboys when they are in a time of need. I strive to learn from every bull, provide ultimate protection for the bullriders, and promote rodeo every chance I get. I look forward to the Montana Circuit Finals each year and the electric atmosphere that the Four Seasons is filled with during every sold out performance. I thank God every day I get to go down the road to another rodeo. I hope to see you while I’m out there!” When he is not in the arena fighting bulls, Kaleb is a Registered Nurse at St. Pat’s Hospital in Missoula.
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J.D. HARRELL Bullfighter - Roy, MT J.D. Harrell started his bullfighter career while competing in high school rodeos. At many of the high school rodeos they would need a bullfighter, so J.D. would compete on his bull and then protect the other competitors. He stepped out and bought his PRCA card three years ago after working for several stock contractors, such as Brookman Rodeo, Sankey Rodeo and Gunderson. He was selected by the bull riders as one of the bullfighters to protect them at this year’s Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. This will be his first finals and feels honored he was selected. He stated that he learned how to fight bulls by a lot of “Hard Knocks.” Apparently, Al Sandvold, past Circuit Finals Bullfighter and this year’s other Bullfighter, Kaleb Barrett, saw something special in J.D. and started working with him. J.D. Harrell grew up in Roy, MT and still remains there running his welding business and driving truck.
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January 10, Friday – January 12, Sunday July 5, Sunday August 6, Thursday – August 8, Saturday First Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo of the 41st Annual Montana PRCA Circuit Finals Drummond PRCA Rodeo Bozeman Stampede PRCA Rodeo 2021 Rodeo Season Drummond, MT Bozeman, MT October 15, Thursday – Great Falls, ANUARY MT July 20, Friday – July 21, Saturday August 17, ThursdayOctober – August 17, 19, Saturday Saturday Tickets: (406) 288-3479 Tickets: (406) 930-7575 Tickets: (406) 727-1481 Marias River Stampede PRCA Rodeo Yellowstone River RoundupNILE PRCA PRCA Rodeo Rodeo montanaprorodeo.comJanuary 12, Friday – January 14, Sunday Shelby, MT bozemanstampede.com Billings, MT July 9, Thursday – July 10, Friday Billings, MT 39th Annual Montana PRCA Circuit Finals Tickets: (406) 434-2692 Tickets: (406) 377-6781 Bear Paw Roundup PRCA Rodeo August 7, Friday – August 8, Saturday Tickets: (406) 256-2495 or (800) 366-8538 MARCHGreat Falls,2020 MT mariasfair.com www.metrapark.com Tickets: (406) 727-1481 Chinook, MT Cascade PRCA Pro Rodeo thenile.org
Marchmontanaprorodeo.com 20, Friday – March 21, Saturday Tickets: (406) 357-2227July 25, Wednesday – July 26,Cascade, Thursday MT August 16, Thursday – August 18, Saturday Rocky Mountain Classic PRCA Rodeo Central Montana PRCA RodeoTickets sold on site Northwest MontanaDECEMBER Fair & PRCA Rodeo 2020
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