WHO WAS BRENT THURMAN A gentleman who never knew a stranger, Brent Thurman grinned his way through life. Some have remarked that they have never known another person who liked to smile as much with their front teeth missing. Not only was Brent a world-class champion bull rider, he was a motivator of life. Thurman was born in Austin, Texas on March 3, 1969 into a family of Central Texas supporters. His Mother, Kay Thurman, said "Whatever was happening at the moment is what Brent wanted to do." Football, basketball, track and bay fishing were only a few of Thurman's athletic endeavors. His second favorite sport was golf. He won a city tournament and was determined to join the Senior PGA when he retired from bull riding. Brent's bull riding career began at the fearless age of 8 at Cecil Hill's arena in Austin. Several bull riders commended Thurman's unique style of riding. He carried his free arm lower than most riders and used his feet more than his upper body. In 1993, Thurman qualified for his first NFR. He finished fifth in the final standings that year and 13th in the 1994 Crown Royal World Standings. He was also a three-time competitor in the Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo. After Thurman's first professional career year ended in 1989, he went on to be ranked in the top 30 bull riders in the world. Brent was a founding member of the PBR in 1993 and was looking forward to the changes it would bring. Although he didn’t live to see the fruits of that dream, he was inducted into the PBR Hall of Fame in 2012. Great riders and friends like Ty Murray, Randy Thornton, Brian Herman and Michael Gaffney noted that many children looked up to Thurman who basically got along with everyone he met. He volunteered in the special rodeos, competitions for physically and mentally disabled youth, and judged bull riding events throughout Texas in his spare time. Brent became involved with Ms. Candy Jones, the Director of the Program for Special Needs Children at Covington Middle School located in Austin, Texas during this time. He would go to the school where he would serve as a volunteer. He worked with the children in reading as well as with their horticultural projects. This program became very special and dear to Brent’s heart. Before his last National Finals Rodeo, Brent had planned to have a championship bull riding with the proceeds being endowed to this program. We carry on his dream by having the Exceptional Rodeo before our Bull Riding event and by giving proceeds to several non- profits that support mentally and physically challenged adults and children. He was very close to his family, his God, loved a challenge and knew how to find humor and joy in life. "He was the perfect example of good attitude, Devotion to his God and respect for his friends. He was a hero. He was a cowboy." -Rodeo Video Magazine "We might have lost a bull rider, but we gained an angel." -Bob Tallman (Professional Rodeo Announcer) "He lived every day of his life exactly like he wanted. Brent lived more in twenty-five years, than I could if I lived to be a hundred." - Kay (Brent's Mom) Celebrating the 20th Annual Brent Thurman Memorial Bull Riding Where: Dripping Springs Ranch Park 29401 Ranch Road 12 Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 www.drippingspringsranchpark.com When: September 22, 2018 Time: 7:30 p.m. The Details Friday night – September 21, 2018 Cowboy Reunion, Live Auction, and Dance Jake Hooker Band 7:00 p.m. Saturday night – September 22, 2018 Exceptional Rodeo Event 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Bull Riding starts 7:30 p.m. People’s Choice band with dance after event Produced by Bo Davis, DVS Productions Top Bull Riders Competing World Class Bull Fighters Proceeds benefit Marbridge Ranch, Special Olympics Area #13, Jason Walford Foundation, and Red Arena in Dripping Springs. Marbridge Ranch is a non-profit residential community that offers transitional and lifetime care to adults with a wide range of cognitive abilities and—through compassion and faith—provides them opportunities to learn, experience and achieve a whole new life. www.marbridgeranch.org BTMB is a non-profit corporation (501-C3) EI# 74-291699 Celebrating the 20th Annual Brent Thurman Memorial Bull Riding September 22, 2018 “EXCEPTIONAL RODEO” Where: Dripping Springs Ranch Park When: September 22, 2018 Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Since the onset of our event, each year we are blessed with the presence of our "Exceptional Athletes" or "Brent's Kids", as they are affectionately known by our Foundation. They are children, adults, young and older, that know challenge and adversity each and every day. However, on this one day each year, we watch as these exceptional athletes have the time of their lives. We, as a Foundation, strive to put smiles on their faces as they experience something different and new to their world as they know it. The quiver of an animal beneath them as they ride a horse for the first time. Or the excitement as they throw their first “loop” during the roping event. Their smile after an eight second ride aboard "Mighty Bucky" reflects their sense of accomplishment for both boys and girls. Most years, we even have some entertainers in our group of athletes. We have singers and what should have been politicians, as they love the microphone and the opportunity to speak to the crowd. It is truly heartwarming to see these special athletes all come together to honor the memory of to some, a departed friend and loved one and to others, a mentor. Most of the professional bull riders and bull fighters come in early just to give a hand to the Exceptional Athletes. If you have never watched our Exceptional Rodeo, you leave without the true meaning of this event. Please come join us during our Exceptional Rodeo and feel the love and pride that makes us all feel like all the hard work was worth it. We are so proud to sponsor these children and adults and in all truthfulness again, we are the winners. We are hoping to see you at the arena at 5:30 P.M. on September 22th. Bull Riding performance is at 7:00 P.M. HAPPY TRAILS TO YOU AND YOURS! Very Fondly Yours, Kay Thurman Celebrating the 20th Annual Brent Thurman Memorial PBR Sponsorship Packages September 22, 2018 7:30 PM Package #1 Corporate Sponsorship $6000 • Custom Made Money Clip & Key Chain from Gist • Recognized in Promotional Ads • Recognized during Event • 4 Arena Signs • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 20 VIP Tickets Package #2 Presenting Sponsor $4000 • Recognized in Promotional Ads • Recognized during Event . 2 Arena Signs Arena Banner on Overhead Out-Gate • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 14 VIP Tickets Package #3 Radio Sponsor $4000 • Recognized in Promotional Ads • Recognized during Event • 2 Arena Banners • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 14 VIP Tickets Package #4 Distillery (Spirits) Sponsor $4000 • Recognized in Promotional Ads • Recognized during Event • Exclusive sale of product during Event • Arena Banner • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 12 VIP Tickets Package #5 Dealership Sponsor $3500 • Recognized in Promotional Ads • Recognized during Event • May display vehicles at Dripping Springs Ranch Park • Arena Sign st • 1 Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 12 VIP Tickets Package #6 Challenge Bull Sponsor $3250 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign st • 1 Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • Bull Rider paid $500 for qualified ride • 8x10 photo with PBR rider • 10 VIP Tickets Package #7 Championship Round Sponsor $3000 • Exclusive Sponsor for Championship Round • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • One package available • 10 VIP Tickets Package #8 Bull Fighter Sponsors $2500 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal • 2 Packages Available 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • Photo with Bull Fighters • 8 VIP Tickets Package #9 Dance/Band Sponsor $2500 • Promoted during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 8 VIP Tickets Package #10 Championship Buckle Sponsor $2000 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • Buckle awarded to Bull Rider Champion • 8 VIP Tickets Package #7 Video Replay Sponsor $2000 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • One Package Available • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 10 VIP Tickets Package #11 Bucking Chute Sponsors $1800 • Recognized during Event • Recognized each time Chute is used • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • Limited to 6 packages • 6 VIP Tickets Package # 13 Goat Roping Sponsor $1500 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 6 VIP Tickets Package #14 Exceptional Rodeo Sponsor $1500 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 6 VIP Tickets Package #15 Let-Out Gate Sponsor $1500 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 6 VIP Tickets Package #16 VIP Sponsor $1500 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 6 VIP Tickets Package #17 Buckle Sponsors $1200 • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal • 2 Buckle Sponsorships • Event Raffle Buckle • Facebook Auction Raffle • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • 6 VIP Tickets Package #18 Barrel Man Sponsor $1000 - SOLD • Recognized during Event • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • One Package Available • 6 VIP Tickets Package #19 “Sections” Sponsor $1000 - SOLD • Recognized exclusively during “Section” (Will have 4 sections of Bull Riding) • Arena Sign • 1st Right of Refusal to 2017 sponsor • Four Packages Available • 6 VIP Tickets Package