2019 PRCA Media Guide - Barrelmen and Bullfighters

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For the first time, 2017 Wrangler NFR Barrelman Cody Sosebee won the PRCA’s Comedy Act of the Year award in 2018.

PRCA ProRodeo photo by Roseanna Sales

2018 Wrangler NFR Personnel DustyTuckness –Bullfighter They say the National Finals Rodeo gets in your blood. After 10 consecutive years (2009-2018) in the Thomas & Mack Center, Dusty Tuckness is thoroughly infected with Wrangler 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 theWrangler 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,” Tuckness said. “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.”

Nathan Jestes – Bullfighter Every bullfighter waits for that call – that he’s been selected by PRCA bull riders to protect them at theWrangler 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,”Jestes said.“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 said. “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 Wrangler 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.” At the 2018 Wrangler NFR, Jestes was injured during Round 1; bullfighter Wacey Munsell served as a substitute for the remaining nine rounds.

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Cody Webster – Bullfighter Cody Webster joined the PRCA in February 2011 and less than two years later was selected by PRCA bull riders to work the Finals, which was “a huge honor,” Webster said. In 2018, he returned for his sixth 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.”

John Harrison – Barrelman John Harrison worked the barrel in the Thomas & Mack Center last year for the fourth time, meaning he’d earned his fourth Wrangler NFR buckle. But the one he wears most often doesn’t even have his own name on it – it was given to the bull riding average winner at the 1967 NFR. “This will be the (52th) year since my grandad rode Tornado,”says Harrison, recalling the storied night that Freckles Brown became the first man to last eight seconds on the fearsome bull. Back then, ProRodeo’s Super Bowl was held in Oklahoma City, and Harrison revisited the scene. “Those old chutes are still under the bleachers at the Jim Norick Arena – they’re under the bleachers, concreted in,”Harrison said. “We crawled in to see

them – it’s dark and dingy under there, but we used our cell phones for lights. It was neat to see where that happened. He got his gold buckles (Brown was also the 1962 world champion bull rider), and for me, that was winning Coors Man in the Can” for top barrelman in 2014 and 2016-17. Harrison said he thinks about his grandfather beforehand, behind the scenes, when he works the barrel at the Wrangler NFR. But once the rodeo starts, it’s all business – and at the Wrangler NFR, that means staying in the barrel to focus on safety, anticipating the exact second to start creeping toward the bull and rider. “Those guys are riding for so much money there – more than $25,000 a night, which could make a down payment on a ranch,” notes Harrison. “At any other rodeo, after every bull I’m out of the barrel, interacting with the crowd, but there, it’s about timing and safety and staying out of the way of the TV cameras.” His past experiences as aWrangler NFR Barrelman has helped calmhis nerves at the Finals, Harrison said. “Knowing what to expect lifts the pressure off your shoulders, so it’s more fun,” he said. “I know where I can be and what I can do.”

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PRCA Bullfighters, Clowns and Barrelmen 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 information on insured PRCA-member bullfighters, clowns and barrelmen as of March 6, 2019.

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. Matt Akers Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2019. RESIDENCE: Auburn, Wash. BORN : March 16, 1985. Evan Allard Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Vinita, Okla. BORN : April 1, 1989. 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. Scot Allerdings Bullfighter, barrelman/clown

Zach Arthur Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Liberty, Texas. BORN: Dec. 29, 1987.

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. Rowdy Barry Bullfighter

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

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Cade Burns Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2007. RESIDENCE: Laramie, Wyo. BORN: April 24, 1989.

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. Logan Blasdell Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2013. RESIDENCE: Prineville, Ore. BORN : Feb. 15, 1990. 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, barrelman PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 2012. RESIDENCE: Winnsboro, 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. La. BORN: Dec. 23, 1981. Andy Burelle Bullfighter, barrelman, clown

Ronald Burton Barrelman/clown

PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2015. STYLE OF DRESS : Red and white striped shirt, baggy pants, gray wig and black hat. VITALS : 5-10, 200 pounds. ACTS AND STUNTS : Runaway taxi; Dr. Phil Goode; deadeye robot and magic act. ANIMALS : skunks, Sunshine, Domino and Louise. ACHIEVEMENTS : MagicValley Stampede (Filer, Idaho), 2018; Inter-State Rodeo (Coffeyville, Kan.), 2018; Crossett (Ariz.) Riding Club, 2018; San Luis Valley Ski-Hi Stampede (Monte Vista, Colo.), 2018; 47th Annual Bryan (Texas) Breakfast Lions Club PRCA Rodeo, 2018; Cowtown Rodeo (Woodstown Pilesgrove, N.J.), 2018; Parker County Sheriff’s Posse PRCA Rodeo (Weatherford, Texas); Sheriff’s Rodeo (San Bernardino, Calif.), 2018; Norco (Calif.) Mounted Posse Rodeo, 2017; Rodeo de Santa Fe (N.M.), 2017; Cedar City (Utah) Championship, 2017; Ozark Empire Rodeo (Springfield, Mo.), 2017; Sonora (Texas) Outlaw Pro Rodeo, 2016; Annual Yuma (Ariz.) Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo, 2016; Crystal Springs Rodeo (Clear Lake, S.D.), 2015. RESIDENCE: Athens, Texas. BORN : Nov. 12, 1971. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting and fishing. WEBSITE: www.ronaldburton.net 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. 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. 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.

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Donny Castle Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2009. RESIDENCE: Exeter, Calif. BORN: March 17, 1985. Cody Casto Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2000. RESIDENCE: Covington, 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. Ezra Coleman Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2014. RESIDENCE: Rozet,Wyo. BORN : July 20, 1993. 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. Tory Cooper Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2018. RESIDENCE: Twin Falls, Idaho. BORN : March 16, 1989. La. BORN : Dec. 23, 1979. Leon Coffee Bullfighter, barrelman/clown Crash Cooper Barrelman/clown

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. Ryan Dahl Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2018. RESIDENCE : Barnsdall, Okla. BORN : Oct. 17, 1992. Brian Dailey Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1994. RESIDENCE : Johnstown, N.Y. BORN : July 3, 1971. Bert Davis 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;

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“Backflip” Johnny Dudley Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2004. ACTS AND STUNTS : Cow Patty, Xploding Limousine, Mailman Skunk. ANIMALS : Flower, skunk. ACHIEVEMENTS : All American ProRodeo Finals (Waco, Texas), 2014-17; Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo, 2015; San Antonio (Texas) Xtreme Bulls, 2017-18; PRCA Comedy Act of the Year nominee, 2017; RAMTurquoise 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. OTHEROCCUPATIONS : rodeo announcer, U.S. Marine Corps veteran. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : golfing and fishing. WEBSITE : 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 : process piping designer. Greek Ellick Jr. Barrelman/clown 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 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. www.BackflipJohnny.com. Daniel Dyson Bullfighter

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 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: 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. Chad Dowdy Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Bristow, Okla. BORN : July 12, 1980. Mike Driver Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2018. RESIDENCE: Columbiana, 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. www.imaginerodeo.com. Allan Dessel Bullfighter, barrelman/clown Ala. BORN : July 21,1986. Dusty Duba Bullfighter

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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. Jason Farley Barrelman PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Creighton, S.D. BORN: March 17,1974. 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. Jess Franks Barrelman/clown 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 Tom Feller Barrelman/clown

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. Jerry Galloway Barrelman PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1982. RESIDENCE: Springtown, Texas. BORN: April 27,1961. 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 andwhite checkered shirt, and hobomake up. VITALS : 6-1, 190 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : airplane taxi, barbecue act and fishing boat. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005-06, 2008; 2017; RAM California Circuit Barrelman of the Year, 2010-12; 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, Crystal; daughters, Jacquelyn and Sedona. COLLEGE : Garden City (Kan.) Community College, associate degree. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : spending time with family on the ranch. WEBSITE : www.SlimGarner.com.

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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. Bracken“Hollywood” Gittins Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Montpilar, Idaho. BORN : Nov. 1, 1980. Donny Green Bullfighter, barrelman PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1976. RESIDENCE: Ridgefield, Wash. BORN : Oct. 11, 1953. Richard Guthrie Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Okeechobee, Fla. BORN : May 21, 1985. Joseph Hackett Barrelman PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. RESIDENCE: Hutto, Texas. BORN : Oct. 31, 1975. 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. Trever Hamsher Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2010. RESIDENCE: Prairie City, Denny Halstead Clown, barrelman

RESIDENCE : Somerset, Calif. BORN : June 19, 1986. COLLEGE : Shasta College Firefighter Academy. OTHER OCCUPATION : landscaping. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : basketball, working out. Dwayne “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. 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. 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,

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Ore. BORN : Sept. 19,1990. 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.

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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 : www.jj-harrison.com. John Harrison Barrelman/clown NFR : 2013, 2015-16,18 (barrelman), 2001-02, 2008 (opening act). PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1999. STYLE OF DRESS : grease paint, bright colors. SPECIALTYACTS : 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; PRCA Dress Act of the Year, nominated 2004, 2006-13; PRCA Clown of theYear, nominated 2008-16; RAMGreat Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2014. RESIDENCE: Soper, Okla. BORN :

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. 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. Robbie Hodges Barrelman/clown 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, Reed, Blake; daughter, Carli. Scott Honeycutt Bullfighter 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.

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Bryan Hope Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1994. RESIDENCE: Ninety Six,

Keith Isley Barrelman/clown

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 : www.KeithIsley.com. Robert “Blue” Jeanes 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. Ethan Johnson Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2018. RESIDENCE: Corona, N.M. BORN : May 30, 1995. 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.

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 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 : RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2014-18; Gerry(N.Y.) Volunteer Firemen’s Rodeo, 2015-18; 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 andAJ. Tyson Hutchison Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2015. RESIDENCE: Albion, Idaho. BORN : June 9, 1984.

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Cameron Keeton Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 1985. RESIDENCE: Whitesboro, Texas. BORN: Sept. 4, 1965. Rider Kiesner Barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2012. RESIDENCE: Ripley, Okla. 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 Circuit Clown of the Year, 1981; Coors Man in the Can finalist, 1985-86, 1989-97, 1999. RESIDENCE: Strong City, Okla. BORN : Aug. 13, 1952. FAMILY : wife, Jennifer; daughter, Dusta; sons, Sage, Trey. COLLEGE : Southwestern Oklahoma State University (Weatherford), bachelor’s degree in industrial education. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : auctioneer, rancher. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : collecting bits and spurs. Jake King Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2011. RESIDENCE: New Waverly, Texas. BORN: Jan. 30, 1991. Garrett Kissack Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2015. RESIDENCE: Gillette, Wyo. BORN : Jan. 27, 1993. Chuck Kite Bullfighter, barrelman/clown PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1992. RESIDENCE: Doniphan, Mo. BORN : April 24, 1969. Colby Klumb Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Lockesburg, Ark. BORN : July 11, 1985. Jesse Knudsen Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : contestant, 1997; bullfighter, 1987. 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. BORN : Oct. 11, 1991. Ted Kimzey Bullfighter, barrelman/clown

Dustin Konig Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2013. RESIDENCE: Eaton, Colo.

BORN: May 15, 1989. Luke Kraut Bullfighter

PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2007. STYLE OF DRESS : blue with white polka dots. RESIDENCE: Wittmann, Ariz. BORN : Jan. 24, 1971, Queensland, Australia. FAMILY : wife, Gina; sons, Lane, Cavy, Boyce. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : farrier, stock contractor. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : raising bucking bulls. Wade Kunze Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2003. STYLE OF DRESS : pink shirts with fringe, baggies, makeup. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 2004, 2006. RESIDENCE: Okmulgee, Okla. BORN : Aug. 28, 1984. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing, sports. Sylvan La Cross Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2015. STYLE OF DRESS: baggies, white socks, bright shirts, face paint. ACHIEVEMENTS: Montana’s Biggest Weekend (Dillon), 2014-16; Central Montana ProRodeo (Lewistown), 2015-16; C.M. Russell Stampede (Stanford, Mont.), 2015-16; Big Sky ProRodeo Roundup (Great Falls, Mont.), 2015-16; Four Bears Championship Rodeo (New Town, N.D.), 2016; Missoula (Mont.) Stampede, 2016; Yellowstone River Roundup (Billings, Mont.), 2016; Franklin (Tenn.) Rodeo, 2015; Old Fort Days (Fort Smith, Ark.), 2015; Richland County Fair (Sidney, Mont.), 2014-15; McCone County Fair PRCA Rodeo (Circle, Mont.), 2015; Dawson County Fair & Rodeo (Glendive, Mont.), 2014-15; Eastern Montana Fair & Rodeo (Miles City), 2015. RESIDENCE: Baker, Mont. BORN: July 14, 1988. WEBSITE: www.facebook.com/ Sylvan-La-Cross-Professional-Bullfighter Donnie Landis Bullfighter, barrelman/clown NFR: 1993,1995;alternate,1997. PRCAMEMBERSHIP : 1978; Gold Card. STYLEOFDRESS : red sponge nose, baggy pants, colorful shirts,Western hats. VITALS : 5-6, 165 pounds. SPECIALTY ACTS : Donnie’s Amazing Magic Show, Mario the Flea, Wild Cantbeatalope, Miniature One-Armed Bandit. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 1995, 2002; RAMColumbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo clown and bullfighter, 1988; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 1995; RAM Sierra Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 1978, barrelman, 1992, and clown, 1996; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede barrelman, 1995; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up barrelman, 1989-91, 1993; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo bullfighter, 1991, barrelman, 1992-95; California High School Rodeo Association bullfighter and clown, 1976-77. RESIDENCE: Gooding, Idaho. BORN : June 7, 1960. FAMILY : wife, Rabecca; sons, Travis, Kyler, Tucker, Michael, Robert; daughter,

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Leslie. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : fishing, animal training, magic. Travis Langan Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2011. RESIDENCE: Glendive, Mont. BORN: Oct. 3, 1983. Eric Layton Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2006. STYLE OF DRESS : wild, colorful shirts; black shorts, black hat. ACHIEVEMENTS : Clark County Fair and Rodeo (Logandale, Nev.); Red Bluff (Calif.) Round-Up; Clovis (Calif.) Rodeo; California Rodeo Salinas; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo; Bremerton (Wash.) Xtreme Bulls. RESIDENCE: Red Bluff, Calif. BORN : Jan. 12, 1984. COLLEGE :West Hills Community College, Coalinga, Calif. OTHER OCCUPATION : seasoning bucking horses and bulls. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : hunting, fishing. Jimmy Lee Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2015. RESIDENCE: Lowake, Texas. BORN: Sept. 9, 1982. Tim “Wild Thang” Lepard Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2004. STYLE OF DRESS : red, white and blue. SPECIALTY ACT : four monkeys riding four dogs while herding bighorn sheep. ACHIEVEMENTS : National Western Stock Show & Rodeo (Denver, Colo.), 2009-10; Silver Spurs Rodeo (Kissimmee, Fla.), 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, 2013; barrelman, specialty act, RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2009; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2006-10; RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo (Davie, Fla.), 2011, 2013; Black Hills Roundup (Belle Fourche, S.D.), 2015; Southeastern Livestock Exposition (Montgomery, Ala.), 2008, 2015; Ellensburg (Wash.) Rodeo, 2009, 2014; Horse Heaven Round- Up (Kennewick, Wash.), 2014; Lakeland (Fla.) PRCA Rodeo, 2013-14; Peace River ProRodeo Classic (Wauchula, Fla.), 2014; Immokalee (Fla.) Firefighters ProRodeo Classic, 2014; six NFL half-time shows and 220 MLB shows as well as NHL, NBA and arena football games; movie/TV appearances include “Gambit” and Jay Leno’s “ Tonight Show,” “America’s Got Talent” and “E60”. RESIDENCE: Pontotoc, Miss. BORN : Jan. 30, 1962. FAMILY : wife, Rhonda; daughter, Lakelynn. OTHEROCCUPATIONS : trainer, electrician, welder. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : training animals, spending time with daughter, working in flower beds. WEBSITE : www.TeamGhostRiders.com. Troy “Wild Child” Lerwill Bullfighter, barrelman/clown NFR : opening act, 2001, 2003; barrelman, 2006- 08. PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1997. STYLE OF DRESS : yellow hat, yellow and blue shirt, baggies. VITALS : 5-7, 180 pounds. SPECIALTY ACT : motorcycle act. ACHIEVEMENTS : Coors Man in the Can, 2007-08, nominated, 2011; PRCA Comedy Act of the Year, 2002-03, 2005-08, nominated, 2010, 2012, 2015-16; nominated for PRCA Clown of the Year, 2008-11, 2015; Winter Tour Finale (Las Vegas) specialty act,

2001; RAM National Finals Circuit Rodeo specialty act, 2001, 2003, 2012; RAM Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2006; RAMMountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2001, 2003; RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo barrelman, 2004; Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show (Fort Worth, Texas), 2002, 2005, 2015; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 2001, 2003-04. RESIDENCE: Payson, Utah. BORN : Jan. 2, 1967. OTHER OCCUPATION : owner of mountain bike store. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : mountain biking, alpine climbing, camping. WEBSITE : www. TheWildChild.net. Kyle Lippincott Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2012. RESIDENCE: Wilson, Okla. BORN : Dec. 21, 1993. “Rocket” Ryan Litwin Barrelman/clown PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2005. STYLE OF DRESS : traditional, baggies and derby. ACHIEVEMENTS: Belton (Texas) 4th of July PRCA Rodeo, 2009-15; Rapid City (S.D.) Range Days PRCA Rodeo, 2009-10, 2012; War Bonnet Roundup Rodeo (Idaho Falls, Idaho), 2012-13; Freedom (Okla.) Rodeo, 2012-13; Corn Palace Stampede Rodeo (Mitchell, S.D.), 2014; Black Hills Roundup Rodeo (Belle Fourche, S.D.), 2006; Sitting Bull Stampede (Mobridge, S.D.), 2008. RESIDENCE: Stephenville,Texas. BORN : Sept. 11, 1975. COLLEGE : Montana State University (Bozeman). FAMILY: wife, Alyssa. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : Montana hunting guide. WEBSITE : www.RocketRyan.com. Zachary Livingston Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Zwingle, Iowa. BORN : May 31, 1988. Ace Lloyd Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 2006. STYLE OF DRESS : long-sleeved black shirt, black shorts, black hat. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo bullfighter, 2008. RESIDENCE: Stephenville, Texas. BORN : May 15, 1983. FAMILY : parents, Mitt and Corrie Lloyd. COLLEGE : Tarleton State University (Stephenville,Texas). ADDITIONAL INTEREST : raising bucking bulls. Brandon Loden Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2012. ACHIEVEMENTS: nominated for Bullfighter of the Year, 2016. RESIDENCE: Riverton, Wyo. BORN: June 27, 1986. Clint Lott Bullfighter PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2018. RESIDENCE: Axtell, Texas. BORN: April 19, 1994. Kyle Magee Bullfighter PRCAMEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Torrington, Wyo. BORN : July 23, 1985.

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