2018 PRCA Media Guide - Bullfighers and Barrelmen

BULLFIGHTERS AND BARRELMEN

2016-17 Wrangler NFR bullfighter Nathan Jestes protects bull rider Ty Wallace fromD&H Cattle’s SweetPro’s Bruiser during Round 9 at the 2017 NFR.

PRCA ProRodeo photo by Phil Doyle

2017 Wrangler NFR Personnel Dusty Tuckness – Bullfighter

They say the National Finals Rodeo gets in your blood. After nine consecutive years (2009-2017) in the Thomas & Mack Center, Dusty Tuckness is thoroughly infected with NFR fever. “One of my goals since I was a kid has always been to go to the Finals, and another is to beat the records of other bullfighters who have gone there. To go once is an achievement, but to go 12 times like Darrell Diefenbach or 14 times like Joe Baumgartner (13 consecutive, 14 overall), that’s the ultimate goal. I want to push forward and get myself into their category.” But Tuckness is driven by more than competitive fire. “I try to be as consistent as I can, domy job day in and day out, and hope that

will lead to a good outcome at the end of the year. Every year I get to go back, it means I’ve been consistent and the bull riders trust me and want to see me in the arena, so to keep going back is a real honor.” Tuckness always knows going in that he’ll get a little beaten up at the NFR, but it’s all part of the sport as far as he’s concerned. “Rodeo is a game where there’s not a set pattern,” says the former high school football standout. “When guys are riding for world championships, they tend to hang on a little longer, and that can put them in a more hazardous spot when they hit the ground. And some of the new bulls have some hook to them. But I always go in thinking that every bull is the meanest one around, because I want to be on guard and always ready to take the shot for the cowboy if needed. I felt like we all did a good job of that this year – we step up our game at the NFR. Getting to go back was, and is, a dream come true.”

Nathan Jestes – Bullfighter Every bullfighter waits for that call – that he’s been selected by PRCA bull riders to protect them at the National Finals Rodeo. At age 30, Nathan Jestes had been waiting longer than some, and that just heightened his appreciation of the moment. “For years I’ve looked down on that arena from the stands in the Thomas & Mack Center, dreaming of being down there looking up,”says Jestes.“So when I got the phone call, I couldn’t have beenmore excited – andmore nervous at the same time. I had a great sense of accomplishment, and I also knew I had a lot to prepare for, because I wanted to fight bulls better than I ever had.” Ten years into his bullfighting career, Jestes still gets nervous before each rodeo performance – and that’s a good thing.

“I try to use my nerves as a positive thing – to hone my mind into focus and get into a zone,”he says. “Bullfighting is such a mental job. I’ve trainedmy mind to use my nerves to tune out the distractions and tune into the situation at hand. What we do is all reaction. If you stop to think about what to do, you’ll be too late to do it. All you can do is focus on the bull rider’s position, react to where he’s coming off as it happens, and be in the right place at the right time.” While Jestes says he tunes out the crowd noise, announcer’s voice and music as part of that focus, working in the Thomas & Mack arena has a special kind of energy. “The first day, when the barrel racing was done and we stepped out into the arena, I looked up into the crowd in the stands and I realized my dreams had come true, my body went numb,”he remembers. “But as soon as I saw Shane Proctor pull his bull rope, I had a calmness and I was able to go to work with no problems. You can’t really appreciate the caliber of rodeo it really is until you’re on the dirt – the quality of the animals and the riders. It made me step up – I fought bulls better than I ever had, just because of what I was surrounded by.” And the NFR requires that step up, no doubt. “We fight 15 bulls, 10 nights in a row, which is more than you usually see at a typical summer rodeo, so there’s more chance of something happening,”Jestes notes.“But at the NFR, all those bulls are proven – they have timing, so you can predict where the rider is going to come off and it’s easier to read the situation as it happens. Those bulls turn back and buck hard, and when they do that, they throw the rider farther so you have more time and space to work – but those guys are riding for so much money, they sometimes hang on longer. But if I get knocked down, I know the other bullfighters will pick up the bull and save me from getting run over.”

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2017 Wrangler NFR Personnel

Cody Webster – Bullfighter CodyWebster joined the PRCA in February 2011 and was selected by PRCA bull riders to work the sport’s“Super Bowl,” the National Finals Rodeo, less than two years later – a huge honor. And in 2017, he returned for his fifth consecutive appearance. “I used to watch the NFR in diapers, with my folks,”Webster said. “I’ve been dreaming about working it all my life, so it really was a dream come true. It was everything I thought it would feel like, but walking down that alley…you’ve got to times it by 100 to get close to what it really feels like. It’s very heart-touching.” Webster thinks that in 2013, at age 21, he was the youngest bullfighter ever to work the NFR.

“It was cool to go in there and show everybody what the young guys can do,” he said. “It was overwhelming with the first few bulls, but after that I just did what I’ve been doing all year – fighting bulls mentally correctly. With 18,000 people watching you, you don’t want to mess up.” Of course, that’s not the only unusual aspect of working that particular rodeo. Webster liked the arena size, as well. “Those aren’t the tightest quarters I’ve worked – I’ve worked some arenas that aren’t much bigger than a living room,” he said. “The (Thomas & Mack Center arena) is the perfect size, to me. It’s small enough that the situation won’t run away fromyou, which is good because those bulls are on their game.” And best of all, he got to work with good friends; he travels with Dusty Tuckness.

Cody Sosebee – Barrelman ” For rodeo clown Cody Sosebee, his first time working the barrel at the National Finals Rodeo in 2017 was energizing. With the sound system blasting and crowd roaring, Sosebee said his barrel was vibrating during performances. “The crowd is so loud on some of those arena record runs or high-point rides,” he said.“It was so loud that you’re past the point of hearing the announcers and it vibrated my barrel. That’s some cool stuff.” But outside the arena, it wasn’t all clowning around for the Arkansas native, as he prepared for his NFR debut.

“Out of the arena, I’m a common person,”Sosebee said.“They think you’ll step out of the truck, telling jokes and doing tricks, and they’re surprised that I want to get the soundcheck done first. There’s show time and then ‘me time’ – I can flip the switch.” Not long after each round, Sosebee was flipping his switch for the daily, early-morningmeetings at the Thomas &Mack Center to discuss acts and time slots with personnel involved in the rodeo’s production. “People don’t understand how there’s a lot of stuff going on during those two hours at the NFR,”he said. “Whatever they decide will fit, you try to come up with that and it’s fun and exciting.” Studying and researching may sound dull, but not when it involves drawing inspiration from comedians such as Will Ferrell, Jerry Clower, Larry the Cable Guy and Jeff Foxworthy. “Some people have to act funny and put on a show and pretend, but when you see the realism of a comedian, they are really laughing and joking and that’s what I try to parlay into my performance,” Sosebee said. “My secret weapon when coming up with jokes or acts is everyday life. I’m a glass half- full guy and try to see the positive in everything, but the daily mess ups are what’s funny to me and is what helps me so much.” Sosebee said he is still on a high after his NFR appearance. “I had somuch fun, I can’t describe it,” he said.“Everything was 10 times more than I thought it would be. It was 10 times more work, 10 times more fun, and 10 times more gratifying.”

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PRCA Bullfighters, Clowns and Barrelmen

Contestants and judges aren’t the only people in the rodeo arena. During roughstock events, there may be bullfighters, comedians and/or a barrelman, too. All of these rodeo participants are card-holding members of the PRCA who have been recommended by leaders in their categories and approved by the PRCA based on their performance. Bullfighters are rodeo athletes whose job is to protect bull riders after they dismount or are bucked off the bulls. Bullfighters move toward the bull immediately to distract it with sound, movement and sometimes touch, in order to direct its attention away from the cowboy and toward the exit gate. Bullfighters often throw their bodies between the bull and rider, and may take a hooking (a “punch” from the bull’s horns) so the bull rider doesn’t have to. Clowns are not responsible for cowboy protection; they are entertainers who keep the audience engaged during breaks in the rodeo. Many visit with audiences before the rodeo, and some perform public relations functions in local communities before and during the rodeo. Barrelmen work in both areas – they entertain the audience, often by interacting comically with the rodeo announcers, and they help with bull rider protection. The barrelman places his barrel where it may give the bull an alternate target after the bull ride. He may jump in and out of it as needed, or position it so the cowboy or bullfighters can use it as cover. All three categories of personnel are considered integral to rodeo and are part of every PRCA- sanctioned rodeo. This list includes insured PRCA-member bullfighters, clowns and barrelmen as of March 15, 2018 (and inductees into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame), and describes much, but not necessarily all, of their experience in the PRCA and some allied organizations.

Timmy Adams Bullfighter

Zach Arthur Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Liberty, Texas. BORN: Dec. 29, 1987. Matt Baldwin Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2005. ACHIEVEMENTS : Xtreme Bulls Tour Finals, 2005-08. RESIDENCE: Sylvania, Ala. BORN : Feb. 25, 1976. FAMILY : wife, Kristy; son, Eli. OTHER OCCUPATION : running construction company. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : working on family farm. Dusty Barrett Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2004. STYLE OF DRESS : traditional solid-colored Wrangler shirts, Wrangler baggies, 20X black felt hat. ACTS : Roman riding ponies, trick pony, whips. RESIDENCE: Buhl, Idaho. BORN : March 12, 1970. FAMILY : wife, Jennifer. OTHER OCCUPATION : horse trainer, saddle shop owner. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : Catahoula dogs and Mexican food. Kaleb Barrett Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2007. VITALS : 5-7, 160 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAMMontana Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2008-09; Home of Champions PRCARodeo (Red Lodge, Mont.); Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo (Mitchell, S.D.), Richland County Fair & PRCA Rodeo (Sidney, Mont.). STYLEOFDRESS : jersey and shorts. RESIDENCE: Lolo, Mont. BORN : Feb. 2, 1984. COLLEGE : University of Montana (Missoula). OTHER OCCUPATION : licensed practical nurse. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing, friends and family.

PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2004. STYLEOF DRESS: white and blue striped shirt; red, white and blue stars face paint and baggies. VITALS: 5-6, 175 pounds. RESIDENCE: Joplin, Mo. BORN: Oct. 8, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Kristy; sons, Caden and Colby; daughter, Arabella. COLLEGE: Bellevue University, bachelor’s degree in business management. Travis “The Hitman” Adams Bullfighter NFR: alternate bullfighter, 2006. PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1996. STYLE OF DRESS : shirts, baggies, loud shorts. VITALS : 5-10, 165 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 2000-02; PRCA Bullfighter of the Year nominee, 2004-13. RESIDENCE: Gary, Texas. BORN : Oct. 29, 1971. FAMILY : wife, Leah; daughter, Emma. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rodeo coach, Panola College (Carthage,Texas). ADDITIONAL INTEREST : fly fishing. Evan Allard Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Vinita, Okla. BORN : April 1, 1989. Scot Allerdings Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2004. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2007; RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2006-07. RESIDENCE: Gillette,Wyo. BORN : Feb. 3, 1977. COLLEGE : Chadron (Neb.) State College, bachelor’s degree in physical education. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : fishing, hunting, working out.

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Rowdy Barry Bullfighter

Dustin Brewer Bullfighter, barrelman/clown

NFR: 1999; alternate, 2000. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1986; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : no makeup, white shirts, red and yellow socks. VITALS : 6-0, 175 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo, 17 times; College National Finals Rodeo, three times; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo Wrangler Bullfight Champion, 1993- 94, 1996; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1997, 1999; Canadian Finals Rodeo, 1995-97; National High School Finals Rodeo, 14 times; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 1992-2008; Southwestern International PRCA Rodeo (El Paso, Texas), 1992-2008; Tour Finale bullfighter, 2005;WranglerTour Finals, 1992;Wrangler BullfightsWorld Championships, 1992. RESIDENCE: Kennewick, Wash. BORN : Dec. 30, 1966. FAMILY : wife, Laura Lee; daughter, Clay; sons, Miles, Ryan. COLLEGE : WallaWalla (Wash.) Community College; BlueMountain Community College (Pendleton, Ore.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS : artist, rancher. WEBSITE : www.RowdyBarry.com. Joe Baumgartner Bullfighter, barrelman/clown (retired, ProRodeo Hall of Fame) NFR: 1992-2004, 2006. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1987; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : Hawaiian shirt; baggy shorts; yellow, pink and blue makeup. VITALS : 6-1, 180 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 2013; PRCA Bullfighter of the Year, 2004-07; Tour Finale (Dallas) bullfighter, 2004; Tour Finale (Reno), 2005; National High School Rodeo Association Finals, 1990-91; RAM Sierra Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1990-93; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1994, 1998, 2000; Original Coors Rodeo Showdown, 1994-98. RESIDENCE: Red Bluff, Calif. BORN : Sept. 9, 1966. FAMILY : wife, Melanie. COLLEGE : Hartnell College (Salinas, Calif.). OTHER OCCUPATION : rancher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : golf, hunting. John Beck Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2003. STYLE OF DRESS : red hair, wild shirts, baggies, black hat. ACHIEVEMENTS : Northwest Montana Fair & Rodeo (Kalispell), 2009; RAMWilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2007; Oakdale (Calif.) Saddle Club Rodeo, 2007; Utah State Fair (Salt Lake City), 2005; Spokane County (Wash.) Interstate Fair and Rodeo, 2005; Gerry (N.Y.)Volunteer Fire Department Rodeo, 2003; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) ProRodeo Series, three times. RESIDENCE: Bluffdale, Utah. BORN : Feb. 7, 1984. FAMILY : wife, Melissa. COLLEGE : University of Utah. OTHER OCCUPATION : excavation. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : horses, fishing, four-wheeling. Bud Bentley Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1997. RESIDENCE: Sandy Valley, Nev. BORN : April 19, 1974. Logan “L.J.” Blasdell Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2013. RESIDENCE: Prineville, Ore. BORN : Feb. 15, 1990.

PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1997. STYLE OF DRESS : blue wig, baggies, multi-colored shirts. VITALS : 5-11, 195 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : “Little Red Car with Attitude.” ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 2001-02, 2006, 2009; Top 12 on Wrangler Bullfight Tour, 1999- 2000. RESIDENCE: Prairie du Chien, Wis. BORN : Sept. 7, 1969. FAMILY : wife, Tarra; sons, Brogan, Brylee. COLLEGE : Southwestern Oklahoma State University (Weatherford), associate degree in science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : welder, rancher, farmer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing, youth sports. Colt Bruegman Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1991. RESIDENCE: Cheyenne, Wyo. BORN : March 1, 1970. Stephen Bruner Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Indiantown, Fla. BORN : Sept. 26, 1984. Al Bryan Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2012. RESIDENCE: Winnsboro, La. BORN: Dec. 23, 1981. Andy “Wolverine” Burelle Bullfighter, barrelman, clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1999. STYLEOF DRESS: bright yellow shirt, long baggies, white hat with purple trim. VITALS : 5-10, 180 pounds. ACTS :“Clowntucky Downs”mini horse race, lion tamer, dirt ski jump, lie detector. ACHIEVEMENTS: All American ProRodeo Finals (Waco, Texas), 2008-14; SandHills Stock Show & Rodeo (Odessa, Texas), 2000-14; Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show (Fort Worth, Texas), 2007-14; La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), 2009-14; ABC Pro Rodeo (Lubbock, Texas), 2006-14; Cody (Wyo.) Stampede, 2010-14; California Rodeo Salinas, 2001-14; Nebraska’s Big Rodeo (Burwell), 2004-14; Larimer County Fair & Rodeo (Loveland, Colo.), 2006-14; Richland County Fair & Rodeo (Sidney, Iowa), 2008-13; Inter-state Rodeo (Coffeyville, Kan.), 2010-12; NewMexico State Fair Rodeo (Albuquerque), 2007-14; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2007; Xtreme Bulls Oklahoma City, 2011-13; Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo (Colorado Springs, Colo.), 2010-13; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede, 2003-05. RESIDENCE: Ardmore, Okla. BORN : Sept. 21, 1976. FAMILY: wife, Robyn. COLLEGE : Dallas Comedy House; Eastern Michigan University (Ypsilanti). OTHER OCCUPATION: Realtor. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: improv comedy. WEBSITE: www.andyburelle.com. Cade Burns Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2007. RESIDENCE: Laramie, Wyo. BORN: April 24, 1989.

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Rudy Burns Barrelman/clown

Zachary Call Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Thedford, Neb. BORN : Sept. 24, 1992. Scott Cameron Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1988. RESIDENCE: Nunn, Colo. BORN: Dec. 4, 1962. Sal Caruso Jr. Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2006. RESIDENCE: Valley Falls, N.Y. BORN : Sept. 13, 1974. Donny Castle Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2009. RESIDENCE: Exeter, Calif. BORN: March 17, 1985. Cody Casto Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2000. RESIDENCE: Covington, La. BORN : Dec. 23, 1979. Leon Coffee Bullfighter, barrelman/clown NFR: bullfighter, 1979, 1984; alternate, 1983; barrelman, 1991, 1994, 1997; alternate, 1993, 1998. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1973; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : green hat, multi-colored shirt, baggies. VITALS : 6-0, 180 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : car act, Discovery 529. ACHIEVEMENTS : ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 2018; PRCA Clown of theYear, 1983, top three, 1984-2001;Wrangler Bullfight finalist, 1980- 85; Wrangler ProRodeo Tour Championship (Dallas) barrelman, 2007; RAMNational Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 1987; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1980-82, 1992, 1996-97, 2003-04; Canadian Finals Rodeo, 1985-86; inducted, Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2004; National Cowboys of Color Hall of Fame, 2005; featured in many movies, including 8 Seconds and My Heroes Have Always Been Cowboys . RESIDENCE: Blanco, Texas. BORN : Oct. 11, 1954. FAMILY : wife, Terri; daughters, Leigh Ann, Brandy Lynn; son, Luke Anthony. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : horse trainer, farrier. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : fishing, hunting. Crash Cooper Barrelman/clown NFR: 2011 . PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2002. ACHIEVEMENTS : nominated for PRCA Comedy Act of the Year, 2011-12; Tour Finale barrelman (Omaha), 2005; Canadian Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2003-10; College National Finals Rodeo barrelman; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman; two-time RAM Columbia Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman; Canadian TV’s Host of the Year, 2007. RESIDENCE: Senlac, Saskatchewan. BORN : Jan. 26, 1973. FAMILY : wife, Katrina; son, Jinks. COLLEGE : Red Deer (Alberta) College, degree in fine arts. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : TV host, professional Western artist and cartoonist, rancher. WEBSITE : www.CrAshCooper.com.

NFR: barrelman, 1996; alternate, 1999, 2001; Wrangler Bullfight Finals barrelman, seven times. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1972; Gold Card. VITALS : 5-9, 160 pounds. STYLE OF DRESS : pink hat, blue and white striped shirt, baggy pants. SPECIALTY ACTS : car, mule, ambulance, dog. ACHIEVEMENTS : nominated for Clown of theYear, 2005-12; nominated for Specialty Act of theYear, 2005, 2008-09; Coors Man in the Can, 1995, 2000, runner-up, 1991. RESIDENCE: Smithdale, Miss. BORN : Sept. 12, 1949. FAMILY : wife, Betty Jane; daughter, Tressa; son, Kevin. OTHER OCCUPATION : cattleman. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : hunting. Ronald Burton Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2015. RESIDENCE: Athens, Texas. BORN : Nov. 12, 1971. Joe Butler Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2003. STYLE OF DRESS : camo shorts, colorful shirt, cowboy hat, baggies. RESIDENCE: AppleValley, Calif. BORN : Sept. 24, 1980. COLLEGE : Oklahoma State University (Stillwater), degree in animal science. OTHER OCCUPATION : livestock insemination-related business. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, roping, golfing. Val Byram Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1999, Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : black hat; cut-off Wrangler baggies; blue tights; red and white striped shirts; red, white and blue boots; face makeup. VITALS : 5-4, 160 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : chain saw, hat cleaner. ACHIEVEMENTS : selected to represent Utah at the 2011 National Day of the American Cowboy; RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2003; Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale barrelman, 2002; Wilderness Circuit board of directors. RESIDENCE: South Weber, Utah. BORN : March 28, 1945. FAMILY : daughter, Dustie; son, Clint. COLLEGE : Weber State University (Ogden, Utah). OTHEROCCUPATION : sheep rancher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : trapping, hunting, fishing. Gerry Byrn Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1996. STYLE OF DRESS : black hat, red and white shirts. VITALS : 6-3, 225 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Senior Pro National Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2005, 2007;Wrangler BullfightTour top 15, 1999; Rodeo de Santa Fe (N.M.) bullfight champion, 1999; Colorado State Fair (Pueblo); Walker County Fair and Rodeo (Huntsville, Texas). RESIDENCE: Stephenville, Texas. BORN : Feb. 16, 1972. FAMILY : wife, Sheila; children, Austin, Paige. COLLEGE : Tarleton State University (Stephenville, Texas), bachelor’s degree in agricultural services. OTHER OCCUPATION : rancher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : outdoors, horses, roping.

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John “Half Pint” Copsy Bullfighter

clown/bullfighter in the RCA (16 years old, 1974). RESIDENCE: Proberta, Calif. BORN: July 31, 1957. FAMILY: wife, Frannie; daughter, Cheyenne; son, Cody. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: animal trainer, truck driver. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: traveling, cooking, Facebook. WEBSITE: www.coppertownclown.com. Jason “Whistle Nut” Dent Barrelman PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2016. STYLE OF DRESS : big floppy hat, bandanas around wrists, baggies. VITALS : 6-3, 210 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Juneau County Fair Pro Rodeo (Mauston, Wis.), 2016; Brown County Fair PRCA Rodeo (De Pere,Wis.), 2016; Upper Peninsula Championship Rodeo (Iron River, Mich.), 2016; Little Big Horn Stampede Rodeo (Hardin, Mont.), 2016. RESIDENCE: Humeston, Iowa. BORN : July 12, 1979. FAMILY : wife, Holy; son, Gatlyn. OTHER OCCUPATION : auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : Native American heritage. WEBSITE: www.imaginerodeo.com. Allan Dessel Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2003. STYLE OF DRESS : traditional baggy pants; red, white and blue shirts. ACHIEVEMENTS :Woodward (Okla.) Elks PRCA Rodeo, Okla., 2008; Sitting Bull Stampede (Mobridge, S.D.), 2005-08; Cherokee (Iowa) Chamber PRCA Rodeo, 2003-05; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 2004, 2006, 2008. RESIDENCE: Paullina, Iowa. BORN : May 28, 1984. COLLEGE : Buena Vista University (StormLake, Iowa). OTHEROCCUPATION : high school physics andmath teacher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : roping, hunting, family. WEBSITE : www.AllanDessel.com. George Doak Barrelman/clown (retired, ProRodeo Hall of Fame) NFR: bullfighter, 1971, 1977. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1961; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : green hat, Wrangler baggies and shirts. VITALS : 6-0, 235 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : rubber chicken, levitation act. ACHIEVEMENTS : ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 2000; Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2008; National Cowboy Hall of Fame inductee, 2001; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up Hall of Fame, 1983; Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2000; Cowboy Capital Walk of Fame, 2002; National High School Finals Rodeo, three times; helped initiate Wrangler Bullfight program, 1979. RESIDENCE: Katy, Texas. BORN : May 18, 1937. FAMILY : wife, Reada; sons, George Jr., Steve, Mike. COLLEGE : Texas Tech University (Lubbock). OTHER OCCUPATION : marketing rep and public relations for Cavender’s Boot City. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing, Special Olympics. Chad Dowdy Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Bristow, Okla. BORN : July 12, 1980.

PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2015. RESIDENCE: Bunnell, Fla. BORN : Dec. 3, 1980. FAMILY : wife, DaniLyn. Jamie Cox Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2001. STYLE OF DRESS : Hawaiian with fringe. VITALS : 6-2, 160 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 2004; Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale bullfighter, 2002. RESIDENCE: Filer, Idaho. BORN : July 21, 1976. FAMILY : wife, Nancy; daughter, Caily. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : carpenter, concrete finisher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : family, bucking bulls, riding horses. Patrick Crawford Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2012. RESIDENCE : Sebeka, Minn. BORN : Feb. 19, 1989. Jeff Crouch Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2007. RESIDENCE : Anabel, Mo. BORN : March 24, 1982. Bert Davis, Coppertown Clown Bullfighter, barrelman/clown NFR : opening act, 2000; specialty act, 2003, 2006. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1974; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : full-face makeup, custom colorful shirts, long baggies, wigs, costumes; Tough Enough to Wear Pink outfits. VITALS : 5-10, 200 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : Davis’ Muttley Crew character dog trick liberty act; Trash Can Kitty; Balloon Bo Bo; barrel-racing dogs, and others. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Comedy Act of the Year, nominee, 2013; RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2003, 2014; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2006; RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1998, 2004; RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2002; RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2001; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1999; National Western Stock Show and Rodeo (Denver, Colo.), 2014; Livingston (Mont.) Roundup, 2014; Northwest Montana Fair and Rodeo (Kalispell), 2004, 2014; Silver State Stampede (Elko, Nev.), 2003, 2014; American Legion Rodeo (Augusta, Mont.), 2012, 2014; Bear Paw Roundup (Chinook, Mont.), 2011, 2014; Crowley’s Ridge Saddle Club & Lions Club Rodeo (Forrest City, Ark.), 2014; Whoop- Up Days Pro Rodeo (Lethbridge, Alberta), 2010-13; Mother Lode Round-up (Sonora, Calif.), 2006-07, 2009, 2012; Southwestern International PRCA Rodeo (El Paso,Texas), 2002-03, 2012, 2014; Missoula (Mont.) Stampede, 2000, 2013; Yellowstone River Roundup (Billings, Mont.), 2013; Home of Champions Rodeo (Red Lodge, Mont.), 2000, 2004, 2009, 2013; PRCA Comedy Act of the Year nominee, 2003-04, 2013; Vegas round finalist on“America’s Got Talent,”2010; featured on National Geographic’s“Dogs with Jobs” and CMT’s “Most Shocking: Stomped and Gored,” 2004; PRCA executive council, contract personnel chairman, at-large director, 2005-06; youngest

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Dusty Duba Bullfighter

Pro Rodeo (Browning, Mont.), 2011; Hugo (Okla.) PRCA Rodeo, bullfighter, 2007-08; Will Rogers Memorial Rodeo (Vinita, Okla.), bullfighter, 2007- 13, barrelman, 2014; KawValley Rodeo (Manhattan, Kan.), bullfighter, 2007-11, barrelman, 2011-12; Jawhawker Roundup (Hill City, Kan.), barrelman, 2007-11; Will Rogers Stampede (Claremore, Okla.), 2007-11; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) ProRodeo Series, 2007, 2010; Mesquite Rodeo 50th Annual Finals, bullfighter, 2007; Ozark Regional College Finals Rodeo, 2010-12. RESIDENCE: Rogersville, Ala. BORN : Nov. 11, 1964. FAMILY : wife, Laina; daughters, Jazi, Jaide. COLLEGE : Butler County Community College (El Dorado, Kan.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS : custom spur maker. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : golf, hunting, fishing. Cody Emerson Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Marble Falls, Texas. BORN: Sept. 8, 1988. Wesley “Hippie” Engelkes Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2009. STYLE OF DRESS: classic wild shirts with fringe, baggies. VITALS: 5-8, 150 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS: musical chairs, slow-motion tennis, improv entertainment. ACHIEVEMENTS: Atlantic City Boardwalk Rodeo, 2011-12; Heart of the North Rodeo (Spooner, Wis.), 2009, 2012; Georgia National Rodeo (Perry), 2009, 2012; Minnesota Horse Expo (St. Paul); 2009-12; Midwest Horse Fair (Madison, Wis.), 2010-12; Gerry (N.Y.) Volunteer Fire Department Rodeo, 2009-10; Killdeer (N.D.) Mountain Roundup Rodeo, 2009-11. RESIDENCE: Aplington, Iowa. BORN: June 17, 1979. FAMILY: wife, Rebekah; daughter, Emma; son,Wyatt. Shane Esco Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Prattville, Ala. BORN: Oct. 8, 1988. Tom Feller Barrelman/clown NFR: barrelman, 1981; alternate, 1976, 1982, 1985. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1974; Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS : Beauty and Beast barrelman (Wrangler Bullfighting Championship), 1981-83; PRCA Clown of theYear, 1981, 1987; Lone Star Circuit Contract Act of theYear, 1982; Lone Star Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 1983, alternate, 1982; Coors Man in the Can, 1984, 1987; runner-up, 1985, 1988; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 1986; Chairman, PRCA Board of Directors, 2005-07. RESIDENCE: Fort Worth, Texas. BORN : Sept. 10, 1948. COLLEGE : University of Texas (Arlington), bachelor’s degree in fine arts (art education). OTHER OCCUPATION : director of event marketing, Justin Brands. Zach Flatt Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Ada, Okla. BORN : June 7, 1988.

PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1993. STYLE OF DRESS : traditional and new style; red, white and blue jersey; red and white makeup. VITALS : 5-11, 190 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005; RAMGreat Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1994-95; Grand National Rodeo (San Francisco) bullfighter; National Little Britches Rodeo Finals bullfighter. RESIDENCE: Aledo, Texas. BORN : Feb. 2, 1973. FAMILY : wife, Kayla. COLLEGE : University of Nebraska (Lincoln). OTHEROCCUPATION : owner, bar and grill. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing, horses. WEBSITE : www.DustyDuba.com. “Backflip” Johnny Dudley Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2004. ACTS AND STUNTS : Cow Patty, Xploding Limousine, Mailman Skunk. ANIMALS : Flower,skunk. ACHIEVEMENTS :AllAmericanProRodeo Finals (Waco, Texas), 2014-17; Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo, 2015; San Antonio (Texas) Xtreme Bulls, 2017- 18; PRCA Comedy Act of theYear nominee, 2017; RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals (Las Cruces, N.M.), 2012, 2015; Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo (Casper), 2013-14; Chief Joseph Days Rodeo (Joseph, Ore.), 2013-14, Redding (Calif.) Rodeo, 2014; Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo (Odessa,Texas), 2011, 2018; ABC ProRodeo (Lubbock, Texas), 2008, 2011, 2017. RESIDENCE : Aubrey, Texas. BORN : June 2, 1978. FAMILY : wife, Emily; sons, Jase and Luke. COLLEGE : University of Houston, bachelor’s degree in international business. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : hypnotist, rodeo announcer, U.S. Marine Corps veteran. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : golfing and fishing. WEBSITE : www.BackflipJohnny.com. Daniel Dyson Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2014. STYLEOFDRESS : grease paint, black socks, black shorts, black cleats, light blue baggies, cowboy hat, pearl snap shirts. VITALS : 5-10, 180 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Dayton (Iowa) Rodeo, 2014-15; Flint Hills Rodeo (Strong City, Kan.), 2015; Rose City Roundup (Tyler,Texas), 2015; Helotes (Texas) Cornyval and PRCA Rodeo, 2014; Pioneer Days Rodeo (Clovis, N.M.), 2014; Lawrence County Fair and PRCA Rodeo (Imboden, Ark.), 2014;Western Stampede PRCA Rodeo (West Jordan, Utah), 2014. RESIDENCE : Dayton, Texas. BORN : Jan. 17, 1990. FAMILY : parents, Eddie and Kristi Dyson; brothers Mark, Jacob, Jobe; sister, Hope. OTHEROCCUPATION : PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2007. STYLE OF DRESS : traditional long baggies; shirt with red, white and blue cuffs and collar; red felt hat. ACHIEVEMENTS : Harrison (Ark.) PRCA Rodeo, bullfighter, 2007-14, barrelman, 2015; Chisholm Trail Stampede PRCA Rodeo (Duncan, Okla.), bullfighter, 2007-12, barrelman, 2013, 2015; Tri-County Free Fair Rodeo (Herington, Kan.), barrelman, 2015; Sikeston (Mo.) Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo, bullfighter, 2009-13; Pikiuni process piping designer. Greek Ellick Jr. Barrelman/clown

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Rodney “Shotgun” Gaston Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1993. RESIDENCE: Chappell Hill, Texas. BORN: Sept. 17, 1965. Jake Geiger Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Hilliard, Fla. BORN: Aug. 7, 1991. Jason “Gibbsy” Gibbs Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2011. RESIDENCE: Mabank, Texas. BORN: Sept. 7, 1976. Seth “Shorty” Gorham Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1997. RESIDENCE: Cotulla, Texas. BORN : Aug. 19, 1978. Bud Graves Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1996. RESIDENCE: Eastanolle, Ga. BORN: June 4, 1951. Richard Guthrie Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Okeechobee, Fla. BORN : May 21, 1985. Jess Griffin Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2000. RESIDENCE: Riverton, PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2004. STYLEOFDRESS : yellow and black baggies, fancy boots. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAMNational Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2007, barrelman and clown, 2010; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman and clown, 2010, 2014; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2006, 2009, 2013; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-up, 2014; Canadian Finals Rodeo, 2011-12; Canadian Professional Rodeo Association Entertainer of the Year, 2007-08, 2011, 2013; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede barrelman, 1991- 96. RESIDENCE: DeWinton, Alberta. BORN : Aug. 17, 1959. FAMILY : wife, Michele; son, Chase. OTHER OCCUPATION : retired firefighter. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : tie-down roping, team roping. Aaron Hargo Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2008. STYLE OF DRESS : shorts, flashy shirt. ACHIEVEMENTS : RanchoMission Viejo Rodeo (San Juan Capistrano, Calif.), 2008; Brawley (Calif.) Cattle Call Rodeo, 2008; Industry Hills Charity ProRodeo (Industry, Calif.), 2008; Kern County Sheriff’s Reserve Stampede Days (Bakersfield, Calif.), 2008;Ventura (Calif.) County Fair Rodeo, 2008. RESIDENCE : Somerset, Calif. BORN : June 19, 1986. COLLEGE : Shasta College Firefighter Academy. OTHER OCCUPATION : landscaping. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : basketball, working out. Wyo. BORN : June 5, 1977. Denny Halstead Clown, barrelman

NFR: alternate, 1988; barrelman, 1989. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1980; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : baggies, red-and-white striped shirt, hot pink hat. ACHIEVEMENTS : John Justin Standard of the West Award, 2017; Andy Womack Award, 2017; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1982-85, 1991; RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1986-89, 1993; RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1992; served on PRCA Board of Directors executive committee, 1988- 93; only New Mexico barrelman to work the NFR; revived, produced and promoted Farmington (N.M.) Pro Rodeo, 1985-94; barrelman at more than half of theTop 50 PRCA rodeos, including California Rodeo Salinas, 1988-89; Redding (Calif.) Rodeo, 1988, 1991; Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, 1988; St. Paul (Ore.) Rodeo, 1988, 1991; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 1985; Washington State Fair Rodeo (Puyallup), 1988; Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup, 1988; Clovis (Calif.) Rodeo, 1991; Lea County Fair and PRCA Rodeo (Lovington, N.M.), 1988; World’s Oldest Rodeo (Prescott, Ariz.), 1988, 1991; Livingston (Mont.) Roundup, 1984, 1991; New Mexico State Fair PRCA Rodeo (Albuquerque), 1991- 93; Clark County Fair and Rodeo (Logandale, Nev.), 1992; Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo (Rapid City, S.D.), 1986-88; Lawton (Okla.) Rangers PRCA Rodeo, 1988; SandHills Stock Show and Rodeo (Odessa, Texas), 1991; board of directors, Santa Fe (N.M.) Rodeo, 2013-17; College National Finals Rodeo, 1985- 93. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : Serving on boards of directors for Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo Cowboy Alumni, both of which raise money for scholarships, ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. RESIDENCE: Belen, N.M. BORN: Sept. 23, 1950. FAMILY : single. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : stunt man (member of Screen Actors Guild) for movies and commercials, auctioneer. Kris Furr Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Hamptonville, N.C. BORN: Jan. 16, 1991. Cerilo “Lelo” Garcia Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: LaSal, Utah. BORN : May 19, 1987. Jeff “Slim” Garner Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2001. STYLE OF DRESS : gold hat, gold shoes, black and white checkered shirt, printed bandana, baggies, hobo face. VITALS : 6-3, 170 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : cowboy Cadillac, barbecued chicken, air taxi, fishing boat. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005-06, 2008; Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo (Vernal, Utah), 2008; Molalla (Ore.) Buckeroo PRCA Rodeo, 2004-06; Guymon (Okla.) Pioneer Days Rodeo, 2005; Laughlin (Nev.) River Stampede PRCA Rodeo, 2004-05, 2008. RESIDENCE: Fredonia, Kan. BORN : Feb. 2, 1973. FAMILY : wife, Alisha; daughter, Jacquelyn. COLLEGE : Garden City (Kan.) Community College, associate degree. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : roping, hunting. WEBSITE : www.SlimGarner.com.

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Dwayne C. “Amazin’ Razin” Hargo Bullfighter, barrelman/clown NFR: alternate, 1989, 2002. PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1984; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : wild colors. VITALS : 5-7, 150 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1992;WranglerWorld Champion bullfighter, 1989;Wrangler BullfightTour, 1986-93,Top 10, 1986, 1988, 1993; three-time RAMNational Finals Circuit Rodeo bullfighter; four-time RAMWilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter; Canadian Finals Rodeo bullfighter; two-time RAM California Circuit bullfighter; stunt double for television and movies. RESIDENCE: Somerset, Calif. BORN : March 17, 1961. FAMILY : wife, Nanette; sons, Dwayne Jr., Aaron. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : hydroseeding, landscaper. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : family. Dwayne D. Hargo Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2001. RESIDENCE: Somerset, Calif. BORN : Jan. 1, 1983. Nathan Harp Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2011. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2014; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2013. RESIDENCE: Tuttle, Okla. BORN: March 25, 1990. Joshua “J.D.” Harrell Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2015. RESIDENCE: Roy, Mont. BORN : July 22, 1990. Clifton “Hollywood” Harris Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1993. STYLEOF DRESS : hobo. VITALS : 6-2, 190. SPECIALTY ACT : magical grand illusions. RESIDENCE: Reddick, Fla. BORN : Aug. 24, 1960. FAMILY : wife, Kelly; son, Brinson. COLLEGE : Sam Houston State University (Huntsville, Texas). Lecile Harris Barrelman/clown (retired, ProRodeoHall of Fame) PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1982; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS: cowboy tramp. VITALS : 6-3, 205 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : piano act, baseball act, magic act, robot, taxi, shootout, fiddle act, whip act. ACHIEVEMENTS : ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 2007; PRCA Clown of the Year, 1992, 1994-96, nominated, 2009; nominated for Comedy Act of the Year, 2009, 2013; seven years on TV’s“Hee Haw;” bullfighter for U.S. rodeo team touring Africa; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo (Pocatello, Idaho), 1991, 1997, 2010; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo, five times; Dixie National Rodeo (Jackson, Miss.), 32 times; Rodeo of the Ozarks (Springdale, Ark.), 30 years; Canadian Finals Rodeo, five times; Colorado State Fair (Pueblo), 1994-2005; Southwest District Fat Stock Show and Rodeo (Lake Charles, La.), 34 years; Semi-annual Ralph Morgan Rodeo (Lauderdale, Miss.), 43 years; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede, 1994-2002; Collierville (Tenn.)

Sports Hall of Fame. RESIDENCE: Collierville, Tenn. BORN: Nov. 6, 1936. FAMILY : wife, Ethel; sons, Matt, Chuck; daughter, Christi. COLLEGE: University of Tennessee (Martin), animal husbandry. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: golf, rodeo production. WEBSITE: www. Lecile.com. Richie Harris Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2000. STYLE OF DRESS : red, purple and green shirts; tie-dyed socks; baggies. VITALS : 5-9, 160 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : National Western Stock Show and Rodeo (Denver), 2003-05; Colorado High School Finals Rodeo, 2009; National Little Britches Finals Rodeo, 1998-99, 2001-02. RESIDENCE: Brighton, Colo. BORN : May 28, 1976. FAMILY : wife, Christine; son, Braiden; daughter, McKenna. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : wakeboarding, riding motorcycles, basketball. J.J. Harrison Barrelman/clown NFR: 2012. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2006. STYLE OF DRESS: athletic pants, jerseys. VITALS: 5-11, 160 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : sumo suit, dancing, queen run, walk-and-talk antics. ANIMAL : Gus, horse. ACHIEVEMENTS : PRCA Clown of theYear nominee, 2013; RAMMontana Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2011; RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2008-10, 2014- 16; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2012-13; Ellensburg (Wash.) Rodeo, 2009-16; Sisters (Ore.) Rodeo, 2007-16; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 2013-16; Wild Rogue ProRodeo (Central Point, Ore.), 2007-16; St. Paul (Ore.) Rodeo, 2014-16; Horse Heaven Round- Up (Kennewick, Wash.), 2009-16; NILE ProRodeo (Billings, Mont.), 2010-16; Omak (Wash.) Stampede, 2010-16; Canby (Ore.) Rodeo, 2015-16; Central Montana Fair (Lewiston), 2011-13, 2016; Clovis (Calif.) Rodeo, 2012-16 ; SheridanWYO Rodeo, 2016; Moses Lake (Wash.) Roundup, 2010-14; National Western Stock Show and Rodeo (Denver, Colo.), 2013-15; Justin Boots Playoffs (Puyallup, Wash.), 2014-15. RESIDENCE: Walla Walla, Wash. BORN: May 13, 1975. FAMILY : son, Huckleberry. COLLEGE : Washington State University (Pullman), bachelor’s degree; Grand Canyon University, master’s degree. OTHEROCCUPATIONS : motivational speaker, college recruiter, voice talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: piloting aircraft, sports, time with son. WEBSITE : NFR : 2013, 2015-16 (barrelman), 2001-02, 2008 (opening act). PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1999. STYLE OF DRESS : grease paint, bright colors. SPECIALTY ACTS : comedy trick riding, Miss Rodeo Universe, magic act, Olympics act. ACHIEVEMENTS : Coors Man in the Can, 2014, 2016; Coors Man in the Can nominee, 2010-13; PRCA Comedy Act of the Year, 2012, 2014, 2016; nominated 2004-11, 2013, 2015; PRCADress Act of theYear, nominated 2004, 2006-13; PRCA Clown of theYear, nominated 2008-16; RAMGreat Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2014. RESIDENCE: Soper, Okla. BORN : www.jj-harrison.com. John Harrison Barrelman/clown

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Oct. 12, 1978. FAMILY : wife, Carla; daughter, Addison; son, Cazwell. COLLEGE : Colby (Kan.) Community College; Southeastern Oklahoma State University (Durant), bachelor’s degree in agricultural business. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : rancher, entrepreneur. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : event production. WEBSITE : www.HarrisonEntertainment.com. Wade Harvey Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Bridgeton, N.J. BORN : March 28, 1976. Clay Heger Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2012. ACHIEVEMENTS : nominated for PRCA Bullfighter of the Year, 2015-16. RESIDENCE : Asotin, Wash. BORN : Aug. 12, 1987. Chuck Henson Barrelman/clown (retired, ProRodeo Hall of Fame) NFR: 1967, 1971. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1965; Gold Card. VITALS : 6-1, 170 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : PRCA Clown of theYear, 1977; ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 1995; Rodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 2009; Pima County (Ariz.) Sports Hall of Fame inductee, 2003; Montana Pro Rodeo Hall and Wall of Fame. RESIDENCE: Tucson, Ariz. BORN : Feb. 4, 1931. FAMILY : wife, Nancy; daughters, Nancy, Leigh Ann. COLLEGE : University of Arizona (Tucson). OTHEROCCUPATIONS : stunt man, owner of construction company. Kevin Higley Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1984; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : baggy pants, wild shirts, blue or redhat, striped suspenders, red and white makeup. VITALS : 6-1, 195 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : Hollywood Tex and John, Billy the Kid. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAMWilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 1985-90, barrelman, 1991, 1993-94, 1997, 2006, 2009; RAMNational Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 1995, 1997; RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 1996. RESIDENCE: Hooper, Utah. BORN : Dec. 1, 1956. FAMILY : wife, Tammy; sons, Justin, Casey, Trevor, Colton. OTHER OCCUPATION : general contractor. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : family, raising bucking bulls, skiing. Ross Hill Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2006. STYLE OF DRESS: baggies. VITALS: 5-11, 180 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS: California Rodeo Salinas, 2007-10; Brighton Field Day and PRCA Rodeo (Okeechobee, Fla.), 2008-10; Seminole Classic (Okeechobee, Fla.), 2010; Greater Gulf State Fair ProRodeo (Mobile, Ala.), 2009-10; Cody (Wyo.) Night Rodeo, 2010. RESIDENCE: Muscle Shoals, Ala. BORN : Nov. 21, 1982. COLLEGE: University of Western Alabama (Livingston). OTHER OCCUPATION: leatherwork. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: Mexican bulls, hunting, wildlife.

NFR: 2010; alternate, 2011. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : contestant, 1991; barrelman, 2004. STYLE OF DRESS : funny face, traditional. ACHIEVEMENTS : PRCA Clown of the Year nominee, 2006, 2008, 2010; Coors Man in the Can nominee, 2011; PRCA Comedy Act of the Year nominee, 2008, 2010-11; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2006; RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2005; former NASCAR Bush Grand National Series truck driver for Mike Wallace. RESIDENCE: Cave Spring, Ga. BORN : Jan. 11, 1968. FAMILY : wife, Lynn; sons, PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1983. STYLE OF DRESS : old school, baggies, blue or red shirt, grease paint. VITALS : 6-2, 190 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Payson (Ariz.), 2008; Laughlin (Nev.) River Stampede, 1991- 2002; Parada del Sol (Scottsdale, Ariz.), 1986-2002; Wrangler Tour, 1986-1989. RESIDENCE: Alamosa, Colo. BORN : Aug. 3, 1967. FAMILY : wife, Verla; sons, Tel, Orrin. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : stock contractor, pickup man, school bus driver. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : being with family, skiing. Bryan Hope Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1994. RESIDENCE: Ninety Six, S.C. BORN: Dec. 23, 1959. Clint Hopping Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2008. ACHIEVEMENTS: bullfighter, Texas Junior High Finals Rodeo, 2009- 2012; PRCA saddle bronc rider, contestant in RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo in bareback and bull riding, 2009. RESIDENCE: Newcastle, Texas. BORN: May 21, 1987. FAMILY : single. COLLEGE : bachelor’s and master’s degrees in agriculture, Texas A&M. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : instructor, Sankey rodeo school; assistant ranch manager; horse trainer. ADDITIONALINTERESTS : fishing, hunting. WEBSITE : www.rodeogoods.com. Quirt Hunt Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2002. STYLE OF DRESS : black hat, red and white striped shirt, blue baggies, white shoes. VITALS : 5-11, 175 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAMPrairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2003; RAMTurquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2004, 2007;Tour Finale (Omaha, Neb.); 2004-06; National Western Stock Show & Rodeo (Denver), 2006-08; Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo (Colorado Springs, Colo.), 2003-08. RESIDENCE: Lisco, Neb. BORN : Aug. 14, 1978. FAMILY : wife, Amber; daughter, Raylynn. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : ranch hand, horse trainer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : roping, fishing, hunting. Lane Hurst Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1996. STYLE OF DRESS : green andwhitestripedshirtandsocks,blackshorts,Wrangler Reed, Blake; daughter, Carli. Scott Honeycutt Bullfighter

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baggies. VITALS : 6-2, 200 pounds. RESIDENCE: Bedias, Texas. BORN : Aug. 24, 1966. FAMILY : wife, Sharese; sons, Braeden, Keegan; daughter, Annsley. COLLEGE : Blinn College (Brenham, Texas); Sam Houston State University (Huntsville, Texas), bachelor’s degree in criminal justice; master’s degree in digital forensics. OTHER OCCUPATION : police officer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : announcing, horses. Phill “Keystone Kid” Hussmann Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2013. STYLE OF DRESS : traditional and jersey with shorts. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAMFirst Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2014; Cowtown Rodeos,Woodstown-Pilesgrove, N.J., 2013;Willowdale Pro Rodeo, Kennett Square, Pa., 2013; Adirondack Stampede Charity Rodeo, Glens Falls, N.Y., 2013. RESIDENCE: Columbia Cross Roads, Pa. BORN : Feb. 17, 1979. FAMILY : wife, Stacey; sons, Jacob, Adrian. Tyson Hutchison Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2015. RESIDENCE: Albion, Idaho. BORN : June 9, 1984. NFR : 1998-2002, 2008-09. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1994. STYLE OF DRESS : red, white and blue shirts; baggy pants; red hat. VITALS : 6-1, 185 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : horse acts, dog acts, bull whips, trick roping. ACHIEVEMENTS : PRCA Clown of the Year, 2006-11, nominated, 2012-16; Coors Man in the Can, 2006, 2009-12; PRCA Specialty Act of the Year, 1999-2002, 2006; PRCA Comedy Act of the Year, 2001, 2004, 2009-11, 2013, nominated, 2008, 2012, 2014-16; RAM National Finals Circuit Rodeo specialty act and barrelman, 1999-2000, 2008, 2010, barrelman, 2014; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2013; Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2008; RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2007; RAMGreat Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2003; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1999-2001, 2004-06, 2009, 2012, 2015; RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1996. RESIDENCE: Goldston, N.C. BORN : Oct. 9, 1957. FAMILY : wife, Melanie. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : team roping, fishing, animal training. WEBSITE : PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2012. STYLE OF DRESS : white face paint, colorful shirts and baggies. VITALS : 5-10, 165 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo (San Juan Capistrano, Calif.), 2012-13; Grand National Rodeo (San Francisco, Calif.), 2012- 13; Auburn (Calif.) Wild West Stampede, 2011-13; Folsom (Calif.) Pro Rodeo, 2012-13; Ventura (Calif.) County Fair Rodeo, 2012-13; Redding (Calif.) Rodeo, 2012; Rowell Ranch Rodeo (Hayward, Calif.), 2012. RESIDENCE: Coalinga, Calif. BORN: Sept. 1, 1984. FAMILY: wife, Brooke. OTHEROCCUPATION : rancher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, fishing. Keith Isley Barrelman/clown www.KeithIsley.com. Cody Jackson Bullfighter

PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1996. STYLEOFDRESS : denim shirt, stars and stripes on baggies. VITALS : 5-9, 165 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Texas High School State Finals, 1998. RESIDENCE: Winnie,Texas. BORN : Nov. 5, 1974. FAMILY : wife, Alicia. COLLEGE : Lee College (Baytown, Texas). OTHER OCCUPATION : used pipe sales. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : raising bucking and fighting bulls. Nathan Jestes Bullfighter NFR: 2017. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2010. VITALS: 5-10, 195 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS: nominated for Bullfighter of the Year, 2016; San Antonio (Texas) Stock Show, 2015-16; Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup Rodeo, 2015-16; Ellensburg (Wash.) Rodeo, 2013-16; Lewiston (Idaho) Roundup, 2014-16; Cody (Wyo.) Stampede, 2016. RESIDENCE: Douglas,Wyo. BORN: Sept. 17, 1987. FAMILY: wife, Bridget. COLLEGE: Montana State University-Bozeman. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: golf, wakeboarding, hunting. Louis Jones Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2000. VITALS : 5-9, 175 pounds. ACHIEVEMENTS : Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale bullfighting champion, 2000. RESIDENCE: Bluffdale, Utah. BORN : June 21, 1977. OTHER OCCUPATION : construction foreman. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : freestyle motocross. Miles Jones Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Hickory, N.C. BORN: Oct. 11, 1990. Nick Kaup Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Nickerson, Neb. BORN: July 10, 1994. Cameron Keeton Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1985. RESIDENCE: Whitesboro, Texas. BORN: Sept. 4, 1965. Rider Kiesner Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2012. RESIDENCE: Ripley, Okla. BORN : Oct. 11, 1991. Ted Kimzey Bullfighter, barrelman/clown NFR: barrelman, 1980, 1987; alternate, 1986. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1974; Gold Card. STYLE OF DRESS : baggy pants, green hat with orange trim, wild shirts, bloomers. VITALS : 5-6, 155 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : trained animals, six-wheeled ambulance. ACHIEVEMENTS : NFRWrangler Bullfight barrelman, 1985-98, 2000; RAM National Finals Circuit Rodeo barrelman, 1996; PRCA Clown of theYear, 1986; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 10 times; Oklahoma State High School Finals, 1977; RAMPrairie

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