2018 PRCA Media Guide - Announcers

Bob Tallman was named 2017 PRCA Announcer of the Year; he has won the award nine times across three decades.

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2017 Wrangler NFR Announcers Boyd Polhamus

A 30-year veteran of ProRodeo announcing, Boyd Polhamus returned to Las Vegas in 2017 for his 18th consecutiveWrangler National Finals Rodeo and 22nd overall. Polhamus first reached the pinnacle of his profession in 1991 when, at age 26, he was selected for ProRodeo’s “Super Bowl,” and he has been at the announcer’s booth in the Thomas & Mack Center as announcer or alternate announcer every year since 1990 except 1995. At the NFR, says Polhamus, “There are 17,000 devout rodeo fans there and they’re not all going to like you. But you’re privileged to see indelible, historic moments and be part of them.”

A dedicated fan of the cowboy as both athlete and individual, Polhamus is noted for his depth of research as well as for his willingness to help his rodeos outside the announcer’s stand.“I hope I can make every rodeo I go to a better rodeo, in any way,”he says. “I’ll do anything!” Polhamus was named PRCA Announcer of the Year for the third consecutive time in 2009, and won it again in 2012. He had been nominated for the honor 12 times before he won the first time in 2007, when he called the award “the most meaningful thing that’s happened to me in the 22 years I’ve announced.” Polhamus announces about 200 performances a year at both large and small rodeos, from the Ski Hi Stampede (Monte Vista, Colo.), to the San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show & Rodeo and Snake River Stampede (Nampa, Idaho) to the NationalWestern Stock Show& Rodeo in Denver. He began his career by pretending to announce at his college’s practice sessions; his coaches encouraged him to pursue it, and the rest is history. He and his wife, Sandee, live in Brenham, Texas. Randy Corley

Randy Corley was delighted to go to Las Vegas for the 2017 NFR, his 17th time to announce the season’s culminating event in the Thomas & Mack Center. Corley, who was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 2017, has been named PRCA Announcer of the Year 12 times – more than anyone else – between 1984 and 2005, then again in 2011 and 2015. He works rodeos from tiny Hill City, Kan., to giant San Antonio; has announced in Caldwell, Idaho, every year since 1982 and at Puyallup and Kitsap County, Wash., since 1983. In 2005, he and Amanda became the first father-daughter tandem to work the NFR – as announcer and timer. Originally a bareback riding and bull riding contestant, Corley startedmaking radio commercials, then went to broadcasting school with the idea of becoming a

rodeo announcer. Long-time PRCA announcer Hadley Barrett heard him in North Platte, Neb., and invited him to apply for his first card with the PRCA, which he did in 1980. Randy and his wife, Michelle – the daughter of his mentor, Barrett, who passed away in 2017 – live in Silverdale, Wash., and enjoy spending time going to and from rodeos they are working and visiting their adult children: Amanda, Kassi, Cole and Brittney. Lately, says Corley, the Bible has become his favorite book to read. “I’ve learned that I can talk to God any time of day, and I don’t even need a microphone.” Wayne Brooks Veteran PRCA announcer Wayne Brooks has worked the NFR seven times in 17 years, but he says it’s a similar experience each time.

“It’s exciting, it’s nerve-wracking, it’s exhausting, it’s everything you expect at an event of that magnitude, with that number of people in the audience, that caliber of contestants, and that much money involved,” Brooks said. “That’s a pretty stout recipe there, whether it’s your first time or your 20th.” And yes, even veteran announcers like Brooks, have to put in some extra preparation for the NFR.

“The three of us start getting on the phone a month ahead of time, swapping livestock and cowboy information,”he recalled.“We talk about where we’re going to go with certainmatch-ups. One of us might talk about howmany gold buckles a certain cowboy has, the next guy might talk about his earnings history, the next might mention that he’s a nice guy with a great family. “That’s one of the mostWestern crowds that we’re in front of, all year,”he noted.“You really work to not be wrong about any information. Shawn Davis is amazing. Having that many years to perfect that event, which they have done in every detail … there’s never any question on how it’s supposed to go. That adds a whole level of pressure to be good, to be smooth, to be correct, to fall in line with the timelines that are in front of you, to say everything correctly. It’s not just a thrill – it’s the crown jewel of our industry.”

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2017 Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping Announcers

Charlie Throckmorton CharlieThrockmorton has announced the ClemMcSpadden National Finals Steer Roping 17 times in a row, and in 2017 tied the record of the legendary announcer Clem McSpadden on consecutive appearances. In fact, as a 31-year member of the PRCA, he is acknowledged as a repository of knowledge even among fellow Gold Card members. Throckmorton has witnessed first-hand some historic events in the steer roping event, such as the 1990 down-to-the-wire race between Phil Lyne and Guy Allen as well as Allen breaking Jim Shoulders’record for number of world titles and then Trevor Brazile breaking Allen’s record. Throckmorton has seen all of the records set in steer roping at the NFSR such as most money won, the arena’s fastest times, fastest average times during his 18-year tenure at the NFSR. Throckmorton announced the closest world championship race in ProRodeo

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history when, in 2005’s Round 10, Scott Snedecor won the world title by a margin of $1.67 over Allen. Throckmorton remembers, “You could hear a pin drop in that 10th round, and everyone was standing.” Throckmorton has worked the NFSR in Guthrie, Okla.; Amarillo, Texas; Hobbs, N.M.; and now Mulvane, Kan., as well as announcing the largest regular-season, PRCA-sanctioned steer roping, in San Antonio,Texas. “There is not much I haven’t seen in steer roping throughout the last 31-plus years,” says Throckmorton, who considers single-steer roping the original event of rodeo. “It’s an event where you can’t rush things; you have to let things happen. It takes a lot of talent, precision, a great horse, perseverance, and the will to win. I feel fortunate to have witnessed somany exciting runs and title races among the very best cowboys. ” Scott Grover For as long as rodeo voice Scott Grover can remember, he’s wanted to be an announcer at the ClemMcSpadden National Finals Steer Roping. And in 2017, he was presented that opportunity. Grover, 40, made his NFSR debut, taking themic next to fellowannouncer Charlie Throckmorton, who has announced at the NFSR 18 times.

“For me, that event was a dream come true and one of the first goals when I got my (PRCA) card,”Grover said.“The first ProRodeo I workedwaswithClem(McSpadden) in Claremore, Okla., and he taught me a lot about that event – so to get to do it was a huge accomplishment for me. Since Clem is gone, Charlie is the historian of steer roping. To be able to lean on him for my first trip there was just great.” Reflecting on working at the NFSR Nov. 10-11 in Mulvane, Kan., Grover said there isn’t a better place to witness steer roping than in that setting, with the best 15 steer ropers in the country.

“It was two days of watching the absolute best roping in the world,”he said.“It was great to be there.” In 2014, Grover announced at the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo and has been recognized six times as announcer for the Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo (2007-11 and in 2013). This past year he also received the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Announcer of the Year award. “When I started, my first goal was to announce at the Prairie Circuit Finals, my second goal was to announce at the (NCFR) andmy third goal was to announce at the National Finals Steer Roping,”Grover said.“To be able to put those in order and achieve them is a huge thing – just to be recognized for what you do throughout the course of the year is just great.” Grover joined the PRCA in 2005 and has worked rodeos including theWill Rogers Stampede (Claremore, Okla.), 2005-2017; Crossett (Ark.) Riding Club Rodeo, 2009-17 and the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo (Eagle, Colo.), 2016-17.

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PRCA Announcers

PRCA announcers deliver commentary throughout the rodeo to acquaint the audience with the contestants and educate fans about competition rules. The announcers’ enthusiastic play-by-play and wealth of insider information connect the fans to the exciting sport they came to watch. This chapter provides information about members who were insured and qualified PRCA announcers as of March 15, 2018.

Scott Allen PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1999. RESIDENCE: Merrill, Ore. BORN: Sept. 17, 1963. Derek J. Barton PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2001, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Media Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism for“Talk Rodeo,”2010; RAMMountain States Circuit Finals Steer Roping, (Sterling, Colo.) announcer, 2009-10, (Douglas, Wyo.) sound and music, 2011- 16; Thermopolis (Wyo.) Cowboy Rendezvous PRCA Rodeo, 2012-18; National Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Torrington, Wyo.), 2010-16; Kit Carson County PRCA Rodeo (Burlington, Colo.), 2010-18; Wyoming State Fair Rodeo (Douglas), 2010-18; A Tribute to the Great American Cowboy PRCA Rodeo (Casper, Wyo.), 2010- 16; XIT Rodeo and Reunion (Dalhart, Texas), 2016-18; Deke Latham Memorial Rodeo (Kaycee, Wyo.), 1995- 2008; broadcaster of 2008 Wrangler NFR/ProRodeo Live; Wrangler NFR press room, 2008-18; National Little Britches Finals Rodeo, 2016-18; North Dakota High School Finals Rodeo, 2016-17; South Dakota High School Finals Rodeo, 2016-18; Colorado Junior Rodeo Association Finals, 2016; College National Finals Rodeo, 2008-15; National High School Finals Rodeo radio broadcaster, 2002-06 and 2012-13; Wyoming State High School Finals Rodeo, 1996-2014. RESIDENCE: Guymon, Okla. BORN: Sept. 26, 1964. FAMILY: daughters, Ciji and Cassidi; three grandsons and two granddaughters. COLLEGE : Sheridan (Wyo.) College. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: owner of radio/Internet show “Talk Rodeo,“ GM radio station in Guymon, Okla.; radio broadcasting, voice-over and production; voice-over for National Little Britches Finals Rodeo coverage on RFD-TV. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: auctioneer, singer, music, church and family. WEBSITE: www.talkrodeo.org. Benjamin“Ben” Benavides PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2008. ACHIEVEMENTS: music and/or video production at RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo (Park City, Kan.), 2010; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo (Kansas City, Mo.), 2007-09; RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo (Norco, Calif.), 2003-04; Helotes (Texas) PRCA Rodeo, 2001-15; Strawberry Days Rodeo (Pleasant Grove, Utah), 2008-15; Moses Lake (Wash.) Roundup, 2012-15; Kitsap County Fair & Rodeo (Bremerton, Wash.), 2013-15; Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo (Filer, Idaho), 2013-15; Lewiston (Idaho) Roundup, 2012-15; Rodeo Austin (Austin, Texas), 2011-15; Helldorado Days (Las Vegas, Nev.), 2014-15; Bennington (Kan.) PRCA Rodeo, 2015; Gladewater (Texas) Roundup Rodeo, 2012-15. FAMILY: wife, Jackie; son, Marshall; daughters, Marina andWhitney. COLLEGE: military service and law enforcement training. OTHER OCCUPATION: PRCA music director; audio/video/scoreboard production company;

veteran, Texas Army National Guard. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: motorcycle riding, traveling, Patriot Guard Riders. RESIDENCE: Las Vegas, Nev. BORN: April 10, 1961. WEBSITE: www.HiDefRodeo.com. Benje Bendele PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1995. ACHIEVEMENTS: music director, Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, 2001-16; San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo music director, 2001- 16; served on PRCA Board of Directors, 2010-16, and on the contract personnel executive council,1999-2016; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo music director, 1999- 2008, 2015-16; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo music director, 1999-2007, 2014-16; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 2003; music director for Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo 2009-16; Snake River Stampede (Nampa, Idaho), 2004-16; San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 2005-11; Heartland and All American ProRodeo Finals, Waco, Texas, 2009-16; West of the Pecos Rodeo (Pecos, Texas), announcer, 2000-08, music director, 2009-16; Rodeo Corpus Christi (Texas), 2005-16; Buffalo Bill Rodeo (North Platte, Neb.), 2008-16; Nebraska’s Big Rodeo (Burwell), 2009-16; Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup Rodeo, 2002-16; Farm- City Pro Rodeo (Hermiston, Ore.), 2002-16; Dayton (Iowa) Championship Rodeo, 2007-16; Tri-State Rodeo (Fort Madison, Iowa), 2002-16. RESIDENCE: Dublin, Texas. BORN: Nov. 19, 1967. FAMILY: wife, Cissy; son, Baylor; daughters, Sommer Stone and Brenam Kellam; grandson, Tilden Stone. COLLEGE: Southwest Texas Junior College (Uvalde), Gregg Auction School. OTHER OCCUPATION: sound, music and lighting production company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: lighting effects and sound quality. Ricky Bidnseil PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Marble Falls, Texas. BORN: Dec. 26, 1976. OCCUPATIONS: raising bucking bulls, working border collies. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: ranching. Racer Botkin PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1994. ACHIEVEMENTS: ProRodeo.com Wrangler National Finals Rodeo broadcaster, 2000-01; Oklahoma State High School Finals Rodeo announcer; Oklahoma State High School Finals Rodeo announcer; two-time master of ceremonies, Miss Rodeo Texas pageant; announced events in 36 states. RESIDENCE: Judson, Texas. BORN: Jan. 1, 1970. FAMILY: daughters, Shadda, Chloe. COLLEGE: Kilgore (Texas) College. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: raising bucking bulls, working border collies. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: ranching. Wayne Brooks NFR: 2001 (alternate), 2006, 2013-17. NFSR: 2000, 2004-05. PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1994. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Announcer of the Year, 2005, 2010, 2013-14,

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2016; nominee for PRCA Announcer of the Year, 2001, 2003-12, 2015, 2017; Tour Finale, 2001-05, alternate, 2000; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2001, 2003- 04, 2010-12; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo (Minot, N.D.), 2014, 2016-17; RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo (Heber City, Utah), 2012; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 2005-17; California Rodeo Salinas, 2001-17; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 2006-17; Rodeo Austin (Texas), 2004-17; La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), 2004-17; Red Bluff (Calif.) Roundup, 2002-17; Clovis (Calif.) Rodeo, 2004-17; Redding (Calif.) Rodeo, 2003-17; Rodeo Rapid City (S.D.) , 2006-17; NILE Rodeo (Billings, Mont.), 2009-17; Sisters (Ore.) Pro Rodeo, 2002-17; Poway (Calif.) Pro Rodeo, 2002-17; Clackamas County Fair and Rodeo (Canby, Ore.), 2002-17; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2013; Canadian Finals Rodeo, 2003-17. RESIDENCE: Lampasas, Texas. BORN: Oct. 29, 1966. FAMILY: wife, Melanie; daughters, Taylor, Sheridan; son, Ace. COLLEGE: ArizonaWestern College (Yuma); Arizona State University (Tempe); Mesa (Ariz.) Community College. OTHER OCCUPATION: commercial voice talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: family, ranching, golf. WEBSITE: www.waynebrooks. net. Dalmas “Doc” Bunn PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1981. ACHIEVEMENTS: California State High School Finals Rodeo, five times; Western Regional College Finals Rodeo, four times; American Quarter Horse Association/Pacific Coast Best Announcer of theYear, nine times. RESIDENCE: Keene, Calif. BORN: July 4, 1957. FAMILY: wife, Lori; sons, Ben, Derek, Adam; daughters, Kendra, Amie, Kobie. COLLEGE: Antelope Valley Junior College (Lancaster, Calif.), California State University (Bakersfield). OTHER OCCUPATION: manager, large commercial cattle ranch in central California. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, outdoor sports. Shane Burris PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2003. ACHIEVEMENTS: Earl Anderson Memorial Rodeo (Grover, Colo.), 2003- 16; San Gorgonio Pass Pro Rodeo (Banning, Calif.), 2016; Norco (Calif.) Mounted Posse PRCA Rodeo, 2016; Coarsegold (Calif.) Stampede Pro Rodeo, 2016; Laughlin (Nev.) River Stampede, 2007; Laughlin (Nev.) Xtreme Bulls, 2007; American Junior Rodeo Association National Finals Rodeo, 2009-11; National Little Britches Finals Rodeo, 2007-09. RESIDENCE: Mosca, Colo. BORN: Dec. 22, 1973. FAMILY: daughter, Kensley. COLLEGE: Northeastern Junior College (Sterling, Colo.), associate degree, rodeo club president; University of Wyoming (Laramie), bachelor’s degree in agriculture business. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: cattle supplement sales; producer, youth rodeo events. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: raising bucking bulls, family, team roping. WEBSITE: www.burrisandsonsbuckingbulls.com. Marty Campbell PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2012. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Excellence in Broadcast Journalism Award, 2016; RAM Mountain States Circuit Steer Roping Finals, 2015-16; RAM Columbia River Circuit Steer Roping Finals, 2014, 2017; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 2012-14; Ellensburg (Wash.) Rodeo, 2014; Xtreme Bulls Finale (Ellensburg, Wash.), 2013; Crooked River Roundup (Prineville, Ore.), 2015-16;

Elgin (Ore.) Stampede, 2015-16; Central Montana RAM Pro Rodeo (Lewistown), 2015-16; High Desert Stampede (Redmond, Ore.), 2015; Journey to the Cross Steer Roping (Garden City, Kan.), 2015; announcer for national TV broadcast of Days of ’47 Rodeo (Salt Lake City, Utah); radio broadcast announcer for Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 1992-2012, 2016; Pendleton Round- Up Hall of Fame banquet emcee, 2015; Northwest Intercollegiate Rodeo Finals, 2016-17; College National Finals Rodeo Rawhide Coaches breakfast, speaker, 2016; College National Finals Rodeo qualifier, 1992, 1994; Oregon high school rodeo champion, saddle bronc riding, 1991. RESIDENCE: Pendleton, Ore. BORN: Dec. 21, 1973. FAMILY: wife, Mandi; daughter, Parker; son, Crae. COLLEGE: Eastern Oregon University (Le Grand), Walla Walla (Wash.) Community College; Blue Mountain Community College (Pendleton, Ore.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: high school agriculture instructor; raising bucking horses and roping cattle; former Oregon Agriscience Teacher of the Year. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: bronze sculpting, family, Broken Horn Ranch Ministries. WEBSITE: www. martycampbell.net. Jody Carper NFSR: 2008, 2014-15. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 2010-11; Chief Joseph Days Rodeo (Joseph, Ore.), 2010-16; St. Paul (Ore.) Rodeo, 2008-09, 2012-13; Oakdale (Calif.) Rodeo, 2014-16; Ute Mountain Roundup (Cortez, Colo.), 2010- 16; Mother Lode Round-Up (Sonora, Calif.), 2012-16; Richland County Fair and Rodeo (Sidney, Mont.), 2012- 16; Roughrider PRCA Rodeo (Dickinson, N.D.), 2015- 16; Lake County Roundup (Lakeview, Ore.), 2014-16; Riverdale (Calif.) PRCA Rodeo, 2007-16; Folsom (Calif.) PRCA Rodeo, 2016; Cowtown Rodeo (Woodstown, N.J.), 2016; Mesquite (Texas) Championship Rodeo, 2010-14; PRCA Range Day Rodeo (Rapid City, S.D.), 2014-15; Sheriff’s PRCA Rodeo (San Bernardino, Calif.), 2012-13; Northeast Montana Fair & Rodeo (Glasgow), 2012-15; RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer and sound, 2009-10; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale announcer, 2008-09; Lyden (Wash.) PRCA Rodeo, 2017; Norco (Calif.) Mounted Posse PRCA Rodeo, 2017; PRCA Championship Rodeo (Little Rock, Ariz.) 2017. RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo qualifier, tie-down roping. RESIDENCE: Jamul, Calif. BORN: Feb. 14, 1973. FAMILY: wife, Kelli. COLLEGE: Howard College (Big Spring, Texas), associate degree in science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: college basketball official, voice-over talent. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: team roping, golf. WEBSITE: www.jodycarper.com. Ray Champ PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2010. ACHIEVEMENTS: Yellowstone River Roundup (Billings, Mont.), 2015; Big Horn Stampede (Hardin, Mont.), 2015; Wild West Days PRCA Rodeo (Sturgis, S.D.), 2010; Cody (Wyo.) Stampede Gold Rodeo, 2013, slack, 2010. RESIDENCE: Cut Bank, Mont. BORN: May 16, 1976. FAMILY: wife, Jimi; sons, Tal and Rance. COLLEGE: degrees in elementary education and business management. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: ranching. ADDITIONAL

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INTERESTS: raising horses, team roping. WEBSITE: www.raychamp.com. Ben Clements PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2002. ACHIEVEMENTS: Lea County Fair and Rodeo (Lovington, N.M.); High Plains Junior Rodeo Finals. RESIDENCE: Stephenville, Texas. BORN: May 27, 1976. FAMILY: wife, Jodi; daughters, TyAnn and Ryon. COLLEGE: Howard College (Big Spring, Texas), University of Texas of the Permian Basin (Odessa), bachelor’s degree in mass communications. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: team roping announcer; host, TV’s“The Final Spin.” ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, event production, family. WEBSITE : www.ben. clements.net. Dusty Cleveland PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1966, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: shared 2006 Emmy for Best Sporting Game Live/Unedited for Comcast’s Cowtown Rodeo ; has announced Cowtown Rodeo for more than 30 years; First Frontier Circuit president, 1978-86, First Frontier Circuit’s lifetime achievement award, 1996; 18-time RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer; co-host of RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1992; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo team roping qualifier, 1980-81. RESIDENCE: Ballston Spa, N.Y. BORN: Oct. 24, 1942. FAMILY: wife, Diane; daughters, Sheri Nastri, Lorri Holcomb, Jody Stockton. COLLEGE: Reische American School of Auctioneering (Mason City, Iowa). OTHER OCCUPATION: auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, fishing. Randy “Corleone” Corley NFR: 1985-86, 1992, 1994-96, 2007-17; alternate, 1984, 2005. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1980, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Tour Playoffs Series (Caldwell, Idaho, and Puyallup, Wash., 2007-08); Tour Finale (Las Vegas), 2002; Tour Finale Challenge (Omaha, Neb.), 2003; 12- time PRCA Announcer of the Year (1984, 1990-96, 1998, 2003, 2011, 2015), nominated, 2008-10, 2012- 14, 2016; Original Coors Rodeo Showdown, 1993-98; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1987, 1997, 2008; Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo, 1982-2011; Puyallup (Wash.) Rodeo, 1983-2011; Kitsap County Fair and Rodeo (Bremerton, Wash.), 1983-2011; La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), 2005-11; San Antonio Stock and Rodeo, 1997- 2011; Buffalo Bill Rodeo (North Platte, Neb.), 1982-2011; in 2005, he and Amanda became the first father-daughter tandem to work the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, as announcer and timer; 2017 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Inductee. RESIDENCE: Silverdale, Wash. BORN: Nov. 22, 1951. FAMILY: wife, Michelle; daughters, Brittany, Amanda, Kassi; son, Cole. COLLEGE: Ron Bailey School of Broadcast (Seattle). ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : scuba diving, golf and leather work. John Costello PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2004. ACHIEVEMENTS: Wild West Days PRCA Rodeo (Sturgis, S.D.), 2011-14; co- announced Deadwood (S.D.) Days of ‘76, 2011, 2013- 14; Badlands Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Deadwood, S.D.), 2013; Montana Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Silesia), 2014; Black Hills Roundup (steer roping) (Belle

Fourche, S.D.), 2013-14; Wyoming State Fair Rodeo (Douglas), 2009; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) ProRodeo Series finals, 2008, 2011; Deke LathamMemorial Rodeo (Kaycee, Wyo.), 2006; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 2003-08, 2010-14; Cody (Wyo.) Nite Rodeo, 2002-04; U.S. Army veteran. RESIDENCE: Sundance, Wyo. BORN: June 9, 1964. FAMILY: wife, Virginia; stepson, Ben. COLLEGE: World Wide College of Auctioneering (Mason City, Iowa). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: ironworker, auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: horses, hunting, roping. Neal Davis PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1998. RESIDENCE: Beebe, Ark. BORN: Nov. 17, 1948. FAMILY: wife, Annette; son, Jason. COLLEGE: Arkansas State University (Jonesboro), bachelor’s degree in agriculture. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: auctioneer, real estate broker. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: crappie (white perch) fishing. Bob Edmonds PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2010-11, 2013- 17; Alamosa (Colo.) Round-up, 2010-17; Sand and Sage Roundup (Lamar, Colo.), 2010-17; Laramie (Wyo.) Jubilee Days, 2012-17; Hellzapoppin PRCA Rodeo (Buckeye, Ariz.), 2014-17; Avi River Stampede (Fort Mohave, Ariz.), 2015-17; Fort Mohave (Ariz.) Classic Xtreme Bulls, 2015-17; Douglas County Fair and Rodeo Xtreme Bulls (Castle Rock, Colo.), 2014-17; Laramie (Wyo.) Jubilee Days Xtreme Bulls, 2014-17; War Bonnet Roundup (Idaho Falls, Idaho), 2015-16; Andy Devine Days Rodeo (Kingman, Ariz.), 2015-17; Royal Gorge Pro Rodeo (Cañon City, Colo.), 2016-17; Jurupa Valley Pro Rodeo (Calif.), 2016-17; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) Pro Rodeo Series, 2006, 2010, 2016-17; Ramona (Calif.) Rodeo, 2017; Larimer County Fair & Rodeo (Loveland, Colo.), 2017; Jayhawker Roundup (Hill City, KS), 2017. RESIDENCE: Kersey, Colo. BORN: Sept. 20, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Brandy; twin daughters, Kaycee, Koree. COLLEGE: Trinidad (Colo.) State Junior College, associate degree; University of Southern Colorado (Pueblo), bachelor’s degree in civil engineering technology;Western College of Auctioneering (Billings, Mont.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: licensed land surveyor, auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, golf, hunting. Norman Edwards PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1990. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo (Davie, Fla.), 2009-14. RESIDENCE: Micanopy, Fla. BORN: April 17, 1952. FAMILY: wife, Phyllis; daughters, Callie Smith, Angel Miller. COLLEGE: Broward Community College (Davie, Fla.), associate degree in business administration; Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) University. OTHER OCCUPATION: pastor. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: fishing, golf, camping. Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt P RCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Holton, Kan. BORN: March 6, 1975. COLLEGE: North Dakota State University. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rancher, host,“Working Ranch Radio Show”; keynote speaker, promotion. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: shooting sports,

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leather work, branding, camping and hiking. WEBSITE: www.thevoicetobeheard.com. Clayton “Clinger” Everhart PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Keenesburg, Colo. BORN: Sept. 15, 1981 Bob Feist NFR: 1980; TV announcer, 1985-89. NFSR: 1979. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1968, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Old Spanish Days Stock Show & Rodeo (Santa Barbara, Calif.), 1983-2015; Rancho Mission Viejo (San Juan Capistrano, Calif.), 2000-15; Cowboy Downhill (Steamboat Springs, Colo.), 36 years; Mother Lode Round-Up (Sonora, Calif.), 1980-2010; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 1982-2004; Red Bluff (Calif.) Roundup, 1980- 2001; World’s Greatest Roper, 2005-09; Timed Event Championship of the World, 1990-2015; Bishop (Calif.) Mule Days, 18 years; California Rodeo Salinas; Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days; inducted into Rodeo Hall of Fame (Oklahoma City), 2015; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede; Ropers Man of the Year Award, 1977; CBS’ Wildest West Show of the Stars ; appeared in Clint Eastwood movie Pink Cadillac . RESIDENCE: Lodi, Calif. BORN: Sept. 10, 1940. FAMILY: single. COLLEGE: Oklahoma State University (Stillwater); majored in restaurant and hotel management. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: publisher, roping producer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: fishing, golf, flying airplanes. WEBSITE: www.RopersSportsNews.com. Reed Flake PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1992. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, six times including 2004, 2008-09; National High School Finals Rodeo, 11 times; Wrangler Division Junior High Finals Rodeo, 2004-09. RESIDENCE: Snowflake, Ariz. BORN: Oct. 21, 1960. FAMILY: wife, Amy; sons, Skyler, Kyle; daughter, Rebecca. COLLEGE: Ricks (Idaho) College, associate degree in ranch management. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: team roping contractor, rancher, voice-over talent. Chuck Fossum PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1976. RESIDENCE: Rhame, N.D. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2009. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo (Las Cruces, N.M.), 2012-13; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 2009-13; Helzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo (Buckeye, Ariz.), 2011-15; Wrangler Champions Challenge (Scottsdale, Ariz.), 2014-15; Parada del Sol (Scottsdale, Ariz.), 2015; Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo (Cheyenne Wells, Colo.), 2015; Roots and Boots Queen Creek (Ariz.) Pro Rodeo, 2011-15;Yuma (Ariz.) Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo, 2014-15; Safford (Ariz.) Pro Rodeo, 2011-12; Rodeo de Santa Fe (N.M.), 2010-15; Breckenridge (Colo.) PRCA Rodeo, 2012-13; Wayne Wilson Children’s Charity PRCA Rodeo (Cave Creek, Ariz.), 2009-10; emcee of Miss Rodeo Arizona trunk show; former contestant in steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, team roping and bull riding. RESIDENCE: Phoenix, Ariz. BORN: Sept. 26, 1963. FAMILY : wife, Annette; sons, C.J., Sterling; daughters, Savannah, Macie. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : animal health supplies/sales, raising Corriente roping BORN: Sept. 18, 1950. Dan Fowlie

cattle, auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: Model A hot rods. WEBSITE: www.danfowlie.com. Scott Fry PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1993 (2013, announcer). RESIDENCE: Abbyville, Kan. BORN: April 3, 1971. Bryan Frye PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2013. ACHIEVEMENTS: World’s Oldest Continuous Rodeo (Payson, Ariz.), music director, 2013-14, announcer, 2015; music director at Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo (Payson, Ariz.), 2013- 15; Helzapoppin (Buckeye (Ariz.), 2013-15; Parada del Sol (Scottsdale, Ariz.), 2012-13; Roots ‘n’ and Boots, (Queen Creek, Ariz.), 2012-13. RESIDENCE: Surprise, Ariz. BORN: March 29, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Melissa; daughter, Ashtyn; son, Kolton. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : golf, music. WEBSITE: www.bryanfrye. com. Tim Fuller PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2003. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2007; RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2010, 2015; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2004, 2006-09; Wrangler Million Dollar Tour TV announcer, February-October, 2010; National High School Finals Rodeo, 2006-12; Xtreme Bulls Finals, 2005; Miss Rodeo America Pageant emcee, 2003-08. RESIDENCE: Ramona, Okla. BORN: Dec. 16, 1961. FAMILY: daughter, Allison Shay. COLLEGE : associate degree, criminal justice. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : construction, voice work. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing, being outdoors. Jesiah “Cheech” Gamboa PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: San Angelo, Texas. BORN: May 30, 1985. Brett Gardiner PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. ACHIEVEMENTS: Canadian Professional Rodeo Association Announcer of theYear, 2011-15; Canadian Finals Rodeo announcer, 2013-15; Spring Break Up Rodeo (Dawson Creek, British Columbia), 2013-2015;Wainwright (Alberta) Stampede, 2011-2015; Teepee Creek (Alberta) Stampede, 2007- 2015; Pincher Creek (Alberta) Pro Rodeo, 2008-2015; Armstrong (British Columbia) IPE Stampede, 2013-2015. RESIDENCE: Sylvan Lake, Alberta. BORN: Jan. 17, 1983. FAMILY: wife, Jaclyn; son, Grady; daughter, Hadley. EDUCATION: University of Lethbridge (Alberta), bachelor’s degree; University of Calgary (Alberta), B.Ed. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: high school teacher. WEBSITE: www.BrettGardiner.com. Don Gay PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1970, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: eight-time world champion bull rider; inducted as ProRodeo Hall of Fame’s Legend of Rodeo, 2013; original honoree, ProRodeo Hall of Fame, 1979; TV commentator for ProRodeo events 1978-2014; 13-time National Finals Rodeo bull riding qualifier. RESIDENCE: Terrell, Texas. BORN: Sept. 18, 1953. FAMILY: wife, Terri; daughter, Talli. OTHER OCCUPATION: general manager, Frontier

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Rodeo Company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: rodeo production, golf, flying. Adam Gibbs PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Holly Pond, Ala. BORN: July 11, 1979. Steve Goedert PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2008. RESIDENCE: Dillon, Mont. BORN: Sept. 11, 1980. Troy Goodridge PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2007. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, bull riding contestant. RESIDENCE: Fort Scott, Kan. BORN: July 2, 1969. FAMILY : wife, Katrina; daughter, Keely; son, Cade. COLLEGE : Fort Scott (Kan.) Community College, associate degree, applied science. OTHER OCCUPATION : welding supplies sales. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : raising bucking bulls. Wade Grinager PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. ACHIEVEMENTS: North Central Rodeo (Medford, Wis.), 2015; Minnesota High School State Finals Rodeo, 2015. RESIDENCE: Hanover, Minn. BORN: April 22, 1983. EDUCATION: University of Wyoming (Laramie), bachelor’s degree in animal science; Missouri Valley college (Marshall), mass communications. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: professional target archery, bow hunting. Scott Grover PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2005. ACHIEVEMENTS: Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping, 2017; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2017; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2014; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2007-11, 2013; Wrangler NFR welcome reception emcee, 2014; Will Rogers Stampede (Claremore, Okla.), 2005-16; Crossett (Ark.) Riding Club Rodeo, 2009-16; Sitting Bull Stampede (Mobridge, S.D.), 2010-16; Canyonlands PRCA Rodeo (Moab, Utah), 2014-16; Eureka (Kan.) Saddle Club PRCA Rodeo, 2013-16; Wapello (Iowa) FFA PRCA Rodeo, 2013-16; Eagle County Fair and Rodeo (Eagle, Colo.), 2016; Wahoo (Neb.) Saddle Club PRCA Rodeo, 2005-15; Bennington (Kan.) PRCA Rodeo, 2009-13. RESIDENCE: Weston, Mo. BORN: Dec. 5, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Becky; son, Statler; daughter, Lano Lee. COLLEGE: Kansas State University (Manhattan), bachelor’s degree in agricultural education; Southeast Community College, associate degree in agricultural business. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: voice talent, insurance agent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, song writing, singing. WEBSITE: www.scottgrover.org. Dale Hancock PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1997. ACHIEVEMENTS: Central Arkansas PRCA Rodeo (Conway), 2008-14; Phil Gardenhire PRCA Rodeo (Poteau, Okla.), 2008; Wilson County Fair and Rodeo (Fredonia, Kan.), 1997- 2003; Imboden (Ark.) Rodeo, 1998-2002; Arkansas High School Finals Rodeo, 1991-94; coordinator/ director, Arkansas High School Rodeo Finals, 1996- 97; former bareback rider. RESIDENCE: Greenbrier,

Ark. BORN: Jan. 21, 1948. FAMILY: wife, Debbie; daughter, Lori. COLLEGE: University of Central Arkansas (Conway), degree in business administration. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: owner of Western store, laundromat and dry cleaner; magnetic healing for equine athletes. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: watching daughter barrel race, Western history. Cody Hodge PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1994. RESIDENCE: Quincy,Wash. BORN: August 16, 1961. James L. Horcasitas PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2008. ACHIEVEMENTS: Southwestern International PRCA Rodeo (El Paso, Texas), announcer, 2012-14, sound, 2010; sound and/or music for Pioneer Days Rodeo (Clovis, N.M.), 2015;Yuma (Ariz.) Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo, 2015; Cowboy Capital Pro Rodeo (Bandera, Texas), 2015. RESIDENCE: Las Cruces, N.M. BORN: April 6, 1976. FAMILY : wife, Robyn; son, Jackson; daughter, Ella. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: professional firefighter, owner of rodeo sound and music company, voice-over talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: running, traveling, boxing. WEBSITE : PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1962; Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Chute boss for Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), Phoenix (Ariz.) Jaycees Rodeo of Rodeos, Southwestern International Rodeo (El Paso, Texas), Cloverdale Rodeo (Surrey, British Columbia), American Royal (Kansas City, Mo.), Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo (Colorado Springs, Colo.), Colorado State Fair (Pueblo), Dodge City (Kan.) Round-Up, Reno (Nev.) Rodeo and Grand National Rodeo (San Francisco); Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale co-announcer, 1993-94; host for Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, Dodge City (Kan.) and Ellensburg (Wash.) autograph parties; emceed for Reno (Nev.) Rodeo Buckle Awards. RESIDENCE: Red Bluff, Calif. BORN: May 15, 1939. FAMILY: wife, Donna. COLLEGE: Colorado Christian College (Lakewood, Colo.); Oral Roberts University (Tulsa, Okla.); Oklahoma School of Business; Seattle Bible College, bachelor’s degree in theology. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rodeo minister, rodeo chute boss/arena director, special events. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: writing, public speaking, real estate. West Huggins PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2007. ACHIEVEMENTS: Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo (Cleburne, Texas), 2011- 14; Raton (N.M.) Pro Rodeo, 2012-14; Guadalupe County Fair and PRCA Rodeo (Seguin, Texas), 2014; Rose City Roundup (Tyler, Texas), 2014; Myrtle Springs (Texas) Pro Rodeo, 2014. RESIDENCE: Midland, Texas. BORN: Oct. 6, 1980. FAMILY: wife, Keri; sons, Walker, Trevor. COLLEGE: Odessa (Texas) College. OTHER www.jameshorcasitas.com. Coy Huffman

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OCCUPATION: owner, rodeo advertising/marketing company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: helping Ropin’ Dreams charity for sick children. WEBSITE: www. westhuggins.com. Arlyn Imel PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Muskogee, Okla. BORN: Aug. 10, 1965. Jayson Jackson PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2011. RESIDENCE: Bixby, Okla. NFR: opening, 2010. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1990, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 1991-96, 2002-06, 2008-13, lead announcer and production manager five of those years; RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1998, 2003- 04, 2011-16; live radio announcing for RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1989-96; RAMWilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1993, 2001-02, 2006; California Regional College Finals, 1991-96; Stonyford (Calif.) Rodeo, 1991- 2016; Norco (Calif.) Mounted Posse PRCA Rodeo, 1992- 2009; San Bernardino (Calif.) Sheriff’s PRCA Rodeo, 1992-2009; Sonoma County Fair PRCA Rodeo (Santa Rosa, Calif.), 1990-2016; War Bonnet Roundup (Idaho Falls, Idaho), 1990-2005; Lakeside (Calif.) Rodeo, 2001-16; Gold Country Pro Rodeo (Auburn, Calif.), 1992-2005; Showdown Rodeo (Lancaster, Calif.), 1999-2016; Industry Hills Pro Rodeo (Industry, Calif.), 1993-2016; Senior Pro National Finals Rodeo, 1996- 97, 2003-07; announcer for the College of Southern Idaho rodeo team 1983-2016. RESIDENCE: Twin Falls, Idaho. BORN: Feb. 4, 1949. FAMILY: wife, Anita; son, Jade; daughters, Shelly, Stacy. COLLEGE: Idaho State University (Pocatello), degree in animal husbandry. OTHER OCCUPATION: business owner, ranching, big game hunting guide. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, trail riding, golf. Brent “B.J.” Jordan PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2010, 2016; Missoula (Mont.) Stampede, 2012; Montana Pro Rodeo Fall Finale (Vaughn), 2008-12; Santa Cruz Deputy Sheriff’s Charity Rodeo (Watsonville, Calif.), 2011; Mission Mountain PRCA Rodeo (Polson, Mont.), 2007-10; Cody (Wyo.) Nite Rodeo, 2008-09; Seneca County Fair Pro Rodeo (Tiffin, Ohio), 2009; nominated for WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2010; Wrangler NFR production staff, 2016; Montana Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame emcee, 2016; Miss Rodeo America Pageant emcee, 2016; National Senior Pro Rodeo Association Finals, 2016. RESIDENCE: Livingston, Mont. BORN: Aug. 8, 1972. COLLEGE: University of Montana (Missoula), bachelor’s degree in communications. OTHEROCCUPATIONS: real estate, ranching. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: scuba diving, acting, hunting. WEBSITE: www.jordanrodeo.com. Darwin “D.J.” Jorgensen PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1993. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo Steer Roping, 2012-18; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale (Las Vegas, Nev.), 2013; 101 Wild West Rodeo (Ponca City, Okla.), steer roping, 2011-12; St. Onge (S.D.) Rodeo, 1994-95; BORN: March 14, 1975. Don Jesser

Golden Buffalo Stampede (Lower Brule, S.D.), 1993- 94; provided music for Heart of Cowboy Country Pro Rodeo (Stillwater, Okla.), 2015. RESIDENCE: Stillwater, Okla. BORN: March 24, 1959. FAMILY : wife, Karen; daughter, Ashley. COLLEGE : Kansas State University, Western Iowa Tech Community College. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : providing sound and music for rodeos, piano technician, preacher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: snow skiing, golf, catfishing. Luke Kaufman PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2015. RESIDENCE: Jonesville, N.C. BORN: April 27, 1987. Kory Keeth PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017 ACHIEVEMENTS: Barnes PRCA Rodeo, Blue Earth, Minn., 2017-18; Missouri High School Finals, 2016-18; Oklahoma High School Finals, 2016. RESIDENCE: Conway, Mo. BORN: June 23, 1993 COLLEGE: Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, associate degree; Missouri State University, bachelor’s degree. OTHEROCCUPATIONS: cattle business, church speaker and musician ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping and steer wrestling. WEBSITE: www. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: Mountain Valley Stampede (Heber City, Utah) announcer, 2005-11; Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, auctioneer, 1994-2008; National High School Finals Rodeo, 1993-2011; American Quarter Horse Association Junior World Show, announcer. RESIDENCE: Midway, Utah. BORN: April 17, 1949. FAMILY: wife, Mary; sons, Jason, Van, Todd; daughters, Nancy, Hayley. COLLEGE: Brigham Young University (Provo, Utah); master’s degree, University of Phoenix. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: teacher, auctioneer, horse trainer. WEBSITE: www.hebervalleyhorsesales.com. Kelly Kenney PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2001. ACHIEVEMENTS: master of ceremonies, ProRodeo Hall of Fame induction, 2012; master of ceremonies for PRCA Awards Banquet, 2011; RAM RodeoWrangler NFR tailgate party and Fan Zone stage announcer, 2013-15; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 2002-15; RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo (Lancaster, Calif.), 2012-18; Georgia National Rodeo (Perry), 2002-2018; Minnesota Horse Expo (St. Paul), 2002-18; Heart of the North Rodeo (Spooner, Wis.), 2002-18; XIT Rodeo (Dalhart, Texas), 2003-18; San Dimas Western Days Rodeo (Calif.), 2006-18; Molalla (Ore.) Buckeroo Rodeo, 2007-18; Hugo (Okla.) PRCA Rodeo, 2008-18; Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo (Kalispell), 2008-18; Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo (Merrill, Wis.), 2009-18; Midwest Horse Fair (Madison, Wis.), 2010-18; Young Living Farms PRCA Rodeo in Mona, Utah, 2016-18. RESIDENCE: Humansville, Mo. BORN: Aug. 3, 1975. COLLEGE: Southwest Missouri State University (Springfield), Missouri Valley College (Marshall, Mo.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: cattle rancher, hunting guide, auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: koryproannouncer.com Brent Kelly

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family, hunting, ranching. WEBSITE: www.kellykenney. com Steve Kenyon PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1993. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 2001, 2004-11, steer roping finals, 2002-03; RAMTurquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 2003; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo alternate, 2005-06; Wrangler National Finals Rodeo announcer for ProRodeoLive. com, 2006-10; PRCA Media Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism, 2009; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2010. RESIDENCE: Pendleton, Ore. BORN: Oct. 24, 1959. FAMILY: wife, Tracy (pro barrel racer); son, Phillip. COLLEGE: Linfield College (McMinnville, Ore.), bachelor’s degree in communications. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: writer; substitute teacher; owner, “Rodeo Profiles” radio program and www. rodeoprofiles.com. WEBSITE: www.ProRodeoLive. com. Davie Kimm PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1991, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Atlantic City (N.J.) Boardwalk PRCA Rodeo, 2013; Xtreme Bulls, Rapid City, S.D., 2006-10; Black Hills (S.D.) Stock Show and Rodeo co- announcer, 2007-10; Hamel (Minn.), Rodeo and Bull Ridin’Bonanza, 2009-16; Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo (Mitchell, S.D.), 2007-16; Defeat of Jesse James Days PRCA Rodeo (Northfield, Minn.), 2005-16; Pine City (Minn.) Championship PRCA Rodeo, 2007-16; First Chance Bonanza PRCA Rodeo (Brookings, S.D.), 2004- 16; Buffalo (Minn.) Championship PRCA Rodeo, 2012- 16; St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo (Glenwood City, Wis.), 2012-16; Ashley (N.D.) Rodeo, 2016; Mesquite (Texas) ProRodeo Series, 2013; Shawnee Mountain Rodeo (Shawnee on the Delaware, Pa.), 2013; Sitting Bull Stampede (Mobridge, S.D.) announcer, 2004-09; North Dakota Winter Show Rodeo (Valley City) announcer, 2006-10; Wisconsin River Pro Rodeo (Merrill, Wis.), 2001-09; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2016; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo qualifier, saddle bronc riding, 1987-89, 1992. RESIDENCE: Box Elder, S.D. BORN: Aug. 15, 1964. FAMILY: wife, Nicky; son, Kyle. COLLEGE: Minneapolis Technical College. OTHER OCCUPATION: commercial voice talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, fishing, camping. WEBSITE: www.DavieKimm.com. Jesse Knudsen PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 1997; announcer, 2005. ACHIEVEMENTS: Abbyville (Kan.) Frontier Days and Barbecue, 2007-10; North Central Rodeo (Medford, Wis.), 2010; Lowrys’ 4L Ranch Rodeo (Summerville, Ga.), 2010; Hellzapoppin PRCA Rodeo (Buckeye, Ariz.), 2008-10; music director: Sitting Bull Stampede (Mobridge, S.D.), 2015-16; Wichita Falls (Texas) PRCA Rodeo, 2015-16. RESIDENCE: Manawa, Wis. BORN: May 22, 1976. FAMILY: son,Trenton Joshua; daughter, Brenley Mae. COLLEGE: Fort Scott (Kan.) Community College, associate degree in applied science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: bull riding producer, leather craftsman, lawn care service. ADDITIONAL

INTERESTS: Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin Badgers, cooking. WEBSITE: facebook.com/920rodeo. Jeff Lee PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2011. RESIDENCE: Siloam Springs, Ark. BORN: Feb. 6, 1984. WEBSITE: www. jeffleerodeo.com. Rorey Lemmel PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1989, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2000-04, 2006; Deadwood (S.D.) Days of ’76 Rodeo; six-time Deke LathamMemorial Rodeo (Kaycee, Wyo.) announcer and bull-riding champion, 1997; nine-time RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo qualifier in bull riding; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo bull riding champion, 1995. RESIDENCE: Whitewood, S.D. BORN: Dec. 16, 1969. FAMILY: wife, Crysta; daughters, Kalen, Brynn; sons, Logan, Cade. COLLEGE: Brown Institute (Minneapolis), associate degree in radio and television broadcasting. OTHER OCCUPATION: rodeo producer. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. ACHIEVEMENTS: Montana High School Finals Rodeo, 2015; Little Britches National Finals Rodeo, 2016. RESIDENCE: Powell, Wyo. BORN: April 19, 1982. FAMILY: wife, Corina; daughter, Hadlee. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: auctioneer, welder. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, hunting, outdoor sports. T.C. Long PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: All American ProRodeo Finals Steer Roping (Waco, Texas), 2015; RAMTexas Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2011-15; Young County Rodeo (Graham, Texas), 2010-12, 2015; Mesquite (Texas) ProRodeo Series, 2010-15; Chisholm Trail Stampede PRCA Rodeo (Duncan, Okla.), 2013- 15; Neshoba County Fair Rodeo (Philadelphia, Miss.), 2013-15; PRCA Championship Rodeo (Bismarck, N.D.), 2010-11, 2015; Xtreme BullsTour (Bismarck, N.D.), 2015; Bell County PRCA Rodeo (Belton, Texas), 2015; Capital City Stampede PRCA Rodeo (Lincoln, Neb.), 2015; San Patricio County PRCA Rodeo (Sinton, Texas), 2015; Coleman (Texas) PRCA Rodeo, 2015; team roping event finale, 2006-11. RESIDENCE: Athens,Texas. BORN: Dec. 21, 1982. FAMILY: wife, Christie. COLLEGE: Howard College (Big Spring, Texas). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: owner, monogram shop. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: roping, hunting, fishing. WEBSITE: www.voiceofrodeo. com. Jeff Lucas PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Hendersonville,Tenn. BORN: Feb. 3, 1993. Anthony Lucia NFR: specialty act, 2010-12. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 2005; specialty act, 2009; announcer, 2011. ACHIEVEMENTS: announcer: Canton (Texas) Stampede Rodeo, 2010; specialty act: RAMGreat Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2010; Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show & Rodeo, 2008, 2010-11; Buc Days ProRodeo (Corpus Christi, Texas), 2011; Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo (Iron River, Mich.), 2011; Buffalo Bill Rodeo (North Platte, Neb.), 2010; Days ADDITIONAL INTEREST: football. Josh Linebaugh

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and TV talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: ranching, snow skiing. WEBSITE: www.dougmathissite.com. Mike Mathis NFR: alternate, 1994. NFSR: 2002-03, 2006, 2013. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1983, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: nominated for Announcer of the Year, 2002, 2008, 2010-16; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1998, 2010; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1991-2014; Dixie National Rodeo (Jackson, Miss.), 1997-2014; Ute Stampede (Nephi, Utah), 2000-14; Days of ‘47 Rodeo (Salt Lake City, Utah), 2012-14; Old Fort Days, (Fort Smith , Ark)., 2012-14; WildWildWest Pro Rodeo (Silver City, N.M.), 1997-2014; Tour Cup Finale (Las Vegas), 2000; inducted intoTexas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2013. RESIDENCE: Lufkin, Texas. BORN: Aug. 13, 1948. FAMILY: sons, Kirk, Todd. COLLEGE: Stephen F. Austin State University (Nacogdoches, Texas), bachelor’s degree in business administration; Southern Methodist University (Dallas, Texas), master’s degree in finance. OTHER OCCUPATION: financial planner. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, golf. Seth Maxie PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Hattiesburg, NFSR: 1996-97, 2001, 2011-12. PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1993. ACHIEVEMENTS: Copenhagen Cup Finale (Las Vegas), 2001; RAMNational Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1999; RAMTurquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 1995; Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, 2001-11; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 2002-08; Ellensburg (Wash.) Rodeo , 1999-2011; St. Paul (Ore.) Rodeo, 2002-11; Cushing (Okla.) Community Rodeo, 1993-2011; Inter-state Rodeo (Coffeyville, Kan.), 1993-2004, 2006-11; nominated for PRCA Announcer of the Year, 1997- 2001; Original Coors Rodeo Showdown, 1997; master of ceremonies for Miss Rodeo America pageant, 1995-99; six-time steer roping qualifier, RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo; hosted “Inside the Wrangler NFR” pregame show on GAC in 2011. Finished 17th in steer roping world standings in 2004, and 35th in 2011; set still-standing arena record in steer roping at Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, 2004. RESIDENCE: Lenapah, Okla. BORN: Oct. 24, 1968. FAMILY: wife, Jeannie; daughter, Kassidy. COLLEGE: Kansas State University (Manhattan); Oklahoma State University (Stillwater), animal science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rancher, commercial voice talent, keynote speaker. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: pastor at Cowboy Capital Fellowship. Brandon McLagan PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2010. RESIDENCE: Unionville, Mo. BORN: August 18, 1979. Ty Miller PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Newville, Pa. BORN: Sept. 16, 1996. Roger Mooney NFR: alternate, 2000, 2004. NFSR: 1999. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1990. ACHIEVEMENTS: Tour Playoffs (Omaha, Neb.), 2007; Tour Finale (Tulsa, Okla.), 2006; Summer ProRodeo Tour Finale (Omaha, Neb.), 2006; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, twice; Tour Finale (LasVegas), 2003-04;Tour Cup Finale (Mesquite, Miss. BORN: March 21, 1992. Justin McKee

of ‘47 Rodeo (Salt Lake City, Utah), 2009; Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup, 2009; semifinalist on “America’s Got Talent,”2010. RESIDENCE: Weatherford, Texas. BORN: March 19, 1985. FAMILY: father, Tommy Lucia, 2003-05 Specialty Act of the Year. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: live talk show host duringWrangler National Finals Rodeo; columnist for Rodeo Fame magazine. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: team roping. John Ludlum PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1980. RESIDENCE: Fort Worth, Texas. BORN: March 16, 1943. B. Monroe Magnuson PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. ACHIEVEMENTS: Black Diamonds Legends Pro Rodeo (Price, Utah), 2013. RESIDENCE: Castle Dale, Utah. BORN: Jan. 10, 1966. FAMILY: wife, Amber; son, Zayne; daughter, Zoee. COLLEGE: Utah State University, studied animal science and marketing. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: ranch owner; supervisor for water conservancy district. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: tourism, ranching, marketing. WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/monroe. magnuson. Jeff Marn PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 2000; announcer, 2013. ACHIEVEMENTS: announcer: RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo (Great Falls), 2016; Cascade (Mont.) PRCA Rodeo, 2014-16; Rocky Mountain Classic PRCA Rodeo (Kalispell, Mont.), 2014-16; Belt (Mont.) PRCA Rodeo, 2015-16; Fort Benton (Mont.) Summer Celebration, 2015-16; Four Bears Championship Rodeo (New Town, N.D.), 2016; Copper Spring ProRodeo (Bozeman, Mont.), 2016; WildWest Days PRCA Rodeo (Williston, N.D.), 2014; contestant: RAMMontana Circuit Finals Rodeo bull rider. RESIDENCE: Belt, Mont. BORN: Jan. 3, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Cassidy; son, Jett; daughter, Presley. WEBSITE: www.jeffmarn.com. Doug Mathis NFSR: 2009. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1995. ACHIEVEMENTS: National Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Torrington, Wyo.), 2013-15; Mountain States Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Sterling, Colo.), 2012-14; Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping, 2009; Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 2013-18; Evergreen (Colo.) Rodeo, 2000-18; Home of Champions Rodeo (Red Lodge, Mont.), 2006-18; Carson (Iowa) Community Rodeo, 2000-18; Will Rogers Memorial Rodeo (Venita, Okla.), 2008-18; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005; RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2002, 2004; RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2017-18; National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Championship Series Finale, 2001-03; Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo, 2015-18; radio and television commercials; TV commentary for Greeley (Colo.) Xtreme Bulls, 2005-07; worked in PRCA media room atWrangler National Finals Rodeo since 1999, 20 years 2018; top 10, Announcer of theYear nominee, 2005-07. RESIDENCE: Cleburne, Texas. BORN: Nov. 18, 1960. FAMILY: wife, Dee. COLLEGE: Tarleton State University (Stephenville, Texas). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: radio

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