2023 PRCA Media Guide - Announcers, Barrelmen, Bullfighters and Specialty Acts

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Roger Mooney and Randy Corley share the mic in Las Vegas during the 2022 Wrangler National Finals

Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge. -PRCA ProRodeo photo by Phil Doyle

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Randy Corley Randy Corley, who was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 2017, made his 22nd NFR appearance at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in 2022. Corley has been selected PRCA Announcer of the Year 12 times (1984, 1990-96, 1998, 2003 and 2011 and 2015). He has been an announcer at the National Finals Rodeo 22 times, including 12 of the last 13 years. Corley has been a member of the PRCA since 1980. He’s done almost every big rodeo including numerous years in San Antonio. In 2005, he and his daughter Amanda became the first father-daughter tandem to work the NFR, as an announcer and timer. Wayne Brooks Wayne Brooks has been an announcer at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo for nine of the last 10 years and in 2022 Brooks made his 10th appearance at the NFR. He is a five-time PRCA Announcer of the Year in 2005, 2010, 2013-14 and 2016. “(Announcing the NFR) is the pinnacle of our game to stand right there and witness history being made,”said Brooks, who has been a PRCA member since 1994. “I mean really that is the whole thing in a nutshell, just to be right there present in mind and body to witness the emotion, to see those guys and girls get so emotional with those world titles. Just to be present in that moment in time is a big deal for me.”

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Brooks said he doesn’t change his approach whether he’s announcing about world champions at the NFR or weekend warriors in the circuit system. “Absolutely my mindset is the same,” Brooks said. “I try just as hard at every event I go to in order to make it as good as I can possibly make it. I was never a great competitor when I was riding bareback horses, so whenever I’m at an event where I have some guys that may not have the accolades of a lot of our big veterans and our champions, I try and make them feel as important as anybody else going down the trail.”

Roger Mooney In 2020 rodeo announcer Roger Mooney worked his fourth Wrangler NFR (his first at Globe Life Field, in Arlington, Texas). “I truly believe that this rodeo (the NFR) is the greatest rodeo on the planet, and there’s a reason for that,” he told ProRodeo Sports News in 2018. “It’s the best cowboys, it’s in the city of entertainment, it’s the greatest fans in the world, and the most beautiful people in rodeo come to Las Vegas. In 2000 and 2004, the Georgia native served as an alternate, but in 2018 when Boyd Polhamus stepped down from announcing (at the Finals) to take over for Shawn Davis, that opened a third spot. He was selected again in 2020; Mooney has been a professional rodeo announcer for more than 30 years.

The 54-year-old and his wife Ashley have a son, Cash, and a daughter, Morgan. Mooney said he puts in hundreds of hours of preparation to announce at the NFR. “It’s just amazing,” he said. “The last time, I think I was going 20-21 hours a day. You get a little nap and then you’re back out. And if things don’t go well, it could be 24 hours a day.”

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2022 NATIONAL FINALS STEER ROPING ANNOUNCERS

Charlie Throckmorton In 2022, CharlieThrockmorton announced at his 21st National Finals Steer Roping and first since 2019. A PRCA member since 1987, he announced a record - 19 consecutive times at the NFSR, calling the action on several thousand runs in steer roping. Throckmorton is considered as a repository of rodeo history and knowledge, even among his fellow Gold Card members. Over time, Throckmorton has witnessed just about every record set at the NFSR, such as most money won, fastest times in the arena and best average. He has seen first-hand historic title races such as the 1990 race when Phil Lyne won the world title and in 2005 - the tightest race in ProRodeo history - when Scott Snedecor won the world championship by a $1.67 over Guy Allen. Throckmorton remembers,“You could

hear a pin drop in that 10th round, and everyone was standing.”Throughout award ceremonies over the years, he presented Trevor Brazile, Rocky Patterson and Scott Snedecor their first steer roping gold buckles and presented Guy Allen his 17th world title after he broke Jim Shoulders’ record of 16.

Jody Carper For the fourth consecutive year – his eighth time overall – PRCA announcer Jody Carper took the mic at the National Finals Steer Roping in Mulvane, Kan., in 2022. “It’s a good event and I’m happy to be a part of it,” Carper said. “When you combine the Top 15 in the world at a great facility and with a great crowd, it has to be a dynamic that’s exciting and fun.” Carper joined the PRCA in 1997 and has experience as a PRCA contestant. Before he held his card as an announcer, he competed in calf roping for several years. During his spring run, he met his future wife, Kelli. In 2003, he wrapped up his tie-down roping career with a California Circuit Finals qualification and then shifted his focus to obtaining a PRCA announcer card.

Jody and Kelli have been married since 2005 and reside in Jamul, Calif. Jody announces full-time at rodeos throughout the U.S. and Canada. “I want to see them smile, laugh and have a good time,” he said. “I like to engage the audience with different surveys and ask them different questions. When they loosen up and have fun, I have fun.”

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PRCA ANNOUNCERS

PRCA announcers deliver commentary throughout the rodeo to acquaint the audience with the contestants and educate fans about competition rules. The announcer’s enthusiastic play-by-play and wealth of insider information connect the fans to the exciting sport they came to watch. This chapter provides information about members who were insured and qualified PRCA announcers as of March 17, 2021.

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Allen, Scott PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Minidoka, Idaho. BORN: Sept. 17, 1963. Derek Barton PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2001, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Media Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism for “Talk Rodeo,” 2010; 2020 National Finals Steer Roping Music Director; NFR Media Room 2006-2020, Mountain States Circuit Finals Steer Roping Announcer 2009-2012/ Music Director 2011-2016; National Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Torrington, Wyo.), Music Director, 2010 16; voice-over for National Little Britches Finals Rodeo TV Show on RFD-TV 2016-2019; Sound and Music Director “Comedy Rodeo Style with Gizmo McCracken and Doug Mathis” during Wrangler National Finals Rodeo 2016-2019; Broadcaster of 2008 Wrangler NFR/Pro Rodeo Live (internet and radio); Thermopolis (Wyo.) Cowboy Rendezvous PRCA Rodeo 2009-2020; XIT Rodeo and Reunion (Dalhart, Texas), 2016-2020; Heart of the North Rodeo (Spooner, Wis.)2018-20; Wapello (Wis.) PRCA Rodeo, 2019-2020; Kit Carson County PRCA Rodeo (Burlington, Colo.), 2010-2020; RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Steer Roping, announcer-2009-12, Music Director, 2011-16; (Perry) Georgia National Stock Show and PRCA Rodeo, Music Director 2017 19, Cheyenne Wells (Colo.) PRCA Rodeo, 2019; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) PRCA Rodeo Series, Music Director 2019; 4th Annual Riding’ and Riggin’ Days (Craig, Colo.), 2018-2020; Wyoming State Fair PRCA Rodeo, 2010-19; A Tribute to the Great American Cowboy PRCA Rodeo (Casper, Wyo.), 2010-18; NWC College Rodeo (Cody, Wyo.) 2013-18; College National Finals Rodeo Slack, 2008-15; Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse PRCA Rodeo (Cleburne, Texas), 2014-15; Logan County Fair & Rodeo (Sterling, Colo.), 2010-12; Deke Latham Memorial Rodeo (Kaycee, Wyo.), 1995-2008; National Little Britches Finals Rodeo, 2016-18; North Dakota High School Finals Rodeo, 2016-17; South Dakota High School Finals Rodeo, 2016-19. RESIDENCE: Goodwell, Okla. BORN: Sept. 26, 1964. FAMILY: two daughters, three grandsons and two grand daughters. COLLEGE : Sheridan (Wyo.) College. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: owner and producer of radio/Internet show “Talk Rodeo”; Voice of the Aggies for Oklahoma Panhandle State University Athletics; PRCA music director; voice-over emcee and TV-radio host. ADDITIONAL

INTERESTS: golf, music and playing the drums. WEBSITE: www.talkrodeo.org. Brandon Bates PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. RESIDENCE: Winslow, Ariz. BORN: May 10, 1982. Ben Benavides PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2008. ACHIEVEMENTS: music and/or video production at RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo (Park City, Kan.), 2010; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo (Kansas City, Mo.), 2007 09; RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo (Norco, Calif.), 2003-04; Helotes (Texas) PRCA Rodeo, 2001-15; Strawberry Days Rodeo (Pleasant Grove, Utah), 2008-15; Moses Lake (Wash.) Roundup, 2012-15; Kitsap County Fair & Rodeo (Bremerton, Wash.), 2013-15; Twin Falls County Fair & Rodeo (Filer, Idaho), 2013-15; Lewiston (Idaho) Roundup, 2012-15; Rodeo Austin (Austin, Texas), 2011 15; Helldorado Days (Las Vegas, Nev.), 2014-15; Bennington (Kan.) PRCA Rodeo, 2015; Gladewater (Texas) Roundup Rodeo, 2012-15. FAMILY: wife, Jackie; son, Marshall; daughters, Marina and Whitney. COLLEGE: military service and law enforcement training. OTHER OCCUPATION: PRCA music director; audio/video/scoreboard production company; veteran, Texas Army National Guard. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: motorcycle riding, traveling, Patriot Guard Riders. RESIDENCE: Las Vegas, Nev. BORN: April 10, 1961. WEBSITE: www. HiDefRodeo.com. Benje Bendele PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1995. ACHIEVEMENTS: music director, Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, 2001-19, 2021-22; San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo music director, 2001-16; served on PRCA Board of Directors, 2010-16, and on the contract personnel executive council,1999-2016; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo music director, 1999-2008, 2015-16; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo music director, 1999-2007, 2014-16; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 2003; music director for Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo 2009 16; Snake River Stampede (Nampa, Idaho), 2004 16; San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 2005-11; Heartland and All American ProRodeo Finals, Waco, Texas, 2009-16; West of the Pecos Rodeo (Pecos, Texas), announcer, 2000-08, music

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director, 2009-16; Rodeo Corpus Christi (Texas), 2005-16; Buffalo Bill Rodeo (North Platte, Neb.), 2008-16; Nebraska’s Big Rodeo (Burwell), 2009 16; Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup Rodeo, 2002-16; Farm-City Pro Rodeo (Hermiston, Ore.), 2002-16; Dayton (Iowa) Championship Rodeo, 2007-16; Tri-State Rodeo (Fort Madison, Iowa), 2002-16. RESIDENCE: Dublin, Texas. BORN: Nov. 19, 1967. FAMILY: wife, Cissy; son, Baylor; daughters, Sommer Stone and Brenam Kellam; grandson, Tilden Stone. COLLEGE: Southwest Texas Junior College (Uvalde), Gregg Auction School. OTHER OCCUPATION: sound, music and lighting production company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: lighting effects and sound quality. Marvin Blanton PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017. ACHIEVEMENTS: South Carolina High School Finals Rodeo, 2009 2015, 2020; Cowtown PRCA Rodeo (Pilesgrove, N.J.), 2019-20. FAMILY: wife, Jennifer; daughters, Sara, Avereigh and Leah; son, Jared. RESIDENCE: Campobello, S.C. BORN: Nov. 17, 1960. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: horse training, hunting and fishing. Wayne Brooks NFR: 2001, 2006, 2013-22. NFSR: 2000, 2004-05. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1994. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Announcer of the Year, 2005, 2010, 2013-14, 2016; nominee for PRCA Announcer of the Year, 2001, 2003-2022; Tour Finale, 2001-05, alternate, 2000; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2001, 2003 04, 2010-12; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo (Minot, N.D.), 2014, 2016-22; RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo (Heber City, Utah), 2012; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 2005-22; California Rodeo Salinas, 2001 22; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 2006-22; Rodeo Austin (Texas), 2004-22; La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), 2004-22; Red Bluff (Calif.) Roundup, 2002-22; Clovis (Calif.) Rodeo, 2004-22; Redding (Calif.) Rodeo, 2003-22; Rodeo Rapid City (S.D.) , 2006-22; NILE Rodeo (Billings, Mont.), 2009-22; Sisters (Ore.) Pro Rodeo, 2002-22; Poway (Calif.) Pro Rodeo, 2002-22; Clackamas County Fair and Rodeo (Canby, Ore.), 2002-22; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2013; Canadian Finals Rodeo, 2003-22. RESIDENCE: Lampasas, Texas. BORN: Oct. 29, 1966. FAMILY: wife, Melanie; daughters, Taylor, Sheridan; son, Ace. COLLEGE: Arizona Western College (Yuma); Arizona State University (Tempe); Mesa (Ariz.) Community College. OTHER OCCUPATION: commercial voice talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: family, ranching, golf. WEBSITE: www.waynebrooks.net. Marty Campbell PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2012. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Excellence in Broadcast Journalism Award, 2016; RAM Mountain States Circuit Steer Roping Finals, 2015-16; RAM Columbia River Circuit Steer Roping Finals, 2014, 2017; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 2012-14; Ellensburg (Wash.)

Rodeo, 2014; Xtreme Bulls Finale (Ellensburg, Wash.), 2013; Crooked River Roundup (Prineville, Ore.), 2015-16; Elgin (Ore.) Stampede, 2015-16; Central Montana RAM Pro Rodeo (Lewistown), 2015-16; High Desert Stampede (Redmond, Ore.), 2015; Journey to the Cross Steer Roping (Garden City, Kan.), 2015; announcer for national TV broadcast of Days of ’47 Rodeo (Salt Lake City, Utah); radio broadcast announcer for Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 1992-2012, 2016; Pendleton Round-Up Hall of Fame banquet emcee, 2015; Northwest Intercollegiate Rodeo Finals, 2016-17; College National Finals Rodeo Rawhide Coaches breakfast, speaker, 2016; College National Finals Rodeo qualifier, 1992, 1994; Oregon high school rodeo champion, saddle bronc riding, 1991. RESIDENCE: Pendleton, Ore. BORN: Dec. 21, 1973. FAMILY: wife, Mandi; daughter, Parker; son, Crae. COLLEGE: Eastern Oregon University (Le Grand), Walla Walla (Wash.) Community College; Blue Mountain Community College (Pendleton, Ore.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: high school agriculture instructor; raising bucking horses and roping cattle; former Oregon Agriscience Teacher of the Year. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: bronze sculpting, family, Broken Horn Ranch Ministries. WEBSITE: www.martycampbell.net. Jody Carper “The Patriot Announcer” NFSR: (8) 2008, 14-15, 18-22, PRCA MEMBERSHIP : 1998. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo Announcer 2010-11; California Circuit Finals Contestant 2003, Announcer 2009-10, 20, 22; Turquoise Circuit Finals 2011. RESIDENCE: Jamul, CA and Big Spring, TX. BORN: Feb. 14, 1973. FAMILY: wife, Kelli. COLLEGE: Howard College (Big Spring, Texas), Associate Degree in Science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: College Basketball Official. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: roping, golf and basketball. WEBSITE: www.jodycarper.com. Randy Corley NFR: 1985-86, 1992, 1994-96, 2006-19, 2021-22; alternate, 1984, 2005. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1980, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Tour Playoffs Series (Caldwell, Idaho, and Puyallup, Wash., 2007-08); Tour Finale (Las Vegas), 2002; Tour Finale Challenge (Omaha, Neb.), 2003; 12-time PRCA Announcer of the Year (1984, 1990-96, 1998, 2003, 2011, 2015), nominated, 2008-10, 2012-14, 2016; Original Coors Rodeo Showdown, 1993-98; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1987, 1997, 2008; Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo, 1982-2019; Puyallup (Wash.) Rodeo, 1983-2019; Kitsap County Fair and Rodeo (Bremerton, Wash.), 1983-2019; La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), 2005-11; San Antonio Stock and Rodeo, 1997- 2011; Buffalo Bill Rodeo (North Platte, Neb.), 1982-2020; in 2005, he and Amanda became the first father-daughter tandem to work the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, as announcer and timer; 2017 ProRodeo Hall of Fame

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Announcers (continued) Inductee. RESIDENCE: Silverdale, Wash. BORN: Nov. 22, 1951. FAMILY: wife, Michelle; daughters, Brittany, Amanda, Kassi; son, Cole. COLLEGE: Ron Bailey School of Broadcast (Seattle). ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : scuba diving, golf and leather work. Bob Edmonds PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: 2018 WPRA Announcer of the Year; (Douglas) Wyoming State Fair and Rodeo, 2019-20; National Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Torrington, Wyo.), 2018-19; National RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo (Loveland, Colo.), 2010-11, 2013-20; Alamosa (Colo.) Round-up, 2010-20; Westcliffe (Colo.) Stampede, 2020; Sand and Sage Roundup (Lamar, Colo.), 2010-20; Laramie (Wyo.) Jubilee Days, 2012 19; Hellzapoppin PRCA Rodeo (Buckeye, Ariz.), 2014-20; Fort Mohave (Ariz.) Classic Xtreme Bulls, 2015-20; Douglas County Fair and Rodeo Xtreme Bulls (Castle Rock, Colo.), 2014-20; Laramie (Wyo.) Jubilee Days Xtreme Bulls, 2014-19; Andy Devine Days Rodeo (Kingman, Ariz.), 2015-19; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) Pro Rodeo Series, 2006, 2010, 2016 19; Ramona (Calif.) Rodeo, 2017-19; Larimer County Fair & Rodeo (Loveland, Colo.), 2017-19; Jayhawker Roundup (Hill City, Kan.), 2017-19; Banning (Calif.) Stagecoach Days, 2018-19; Great American Cowboy (Casper, Wyo.), 2018-19. RESIDENCE: Kersey, Colo. BORN: Sept. 20, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Brandy; twin daughters, Kaycee and Koree. COLLEGE: Trinidad (Colo.) State Junior College, associate degree; University of Southern Colorado (Pueblo), bachelor’s degree in civil engineering technology; Western College of Auctioneering (Billings, Mont.). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: licensed land surveyor, auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, golf, hunting. Branden Edwards PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2012. ACHIEVEMENTS: CPRA Announcer of the Year, 2019; Colorado State High School Finals, 2017-19, 2021. FAMILY: wife, Tia Jo; sons, Grady and Austin. COLLEGE: Colorado Mesa University. Bachelor’s degree in vocal performance. RESIDENCE: Grand Junction, Colo. BORN: April 27, 1985. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: head rodeo coach at Colorado Mesa University. OTHER INTERESTS: Skijoring, Singing, and being out doors Norman Edwards PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1990. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo (Davie, Fla.), 2009-14. RESIDENCE: Micanopy, Fla. BORN: April 17, 1952. FAMILY: wife, Phyllis; daughters, Callie Smith, Angel Miller. COLLEGE: Broward Community College (Davie, Fla.), associate degree in business administration; Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) University

OTHER OCCUPATION: pastor. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: fishing, golf, camping.

Tigger Erhardt PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. RESIDENCE: Holton, Kan. BORN: March 6, 1975. COLLEGE: North Dakota State University. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rancher, host, “Working Ranch Radio Show”; keynote speaker, promotion. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: shooting sports, leather work, branding, camping and hiking. WEBSITE: www.thevoicetobeheard. com. Bob Feist NFR: 1980; TV announcer, 1985-89. NFSR: 1979. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1968, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Old Spanish Days Stock Show & Rodeo (Santa Barbara, Calif.), 1983-2015; Rancho Mission Viejo (San Juan Capistrano, Calif.), 2000 15; Cowboy Downhill (Steamboat Springs, Colo.), 36 years; Mother Lode Round-Up (Sonora, Calif.), 1980-2010; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 1982-2004; Red Bluff (Calif.) Roundup, 1980-2001; World’s Greatest Roper, 2005-09; Timed Event Championship of the World, 1990-2015; Bishop (Calif.) Mule Days, 18 years; California Rodeo Salinas; Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days; inducted into Rodeo Hall of Fame (Oklahoma City), 2015; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede; Ropers Man of the Year Award, 1977; CBS’ Wildest West Show of the Stars ; appeared in Clint Eastwood movie Pink Cadillac . RESIDENCE: Lodi, Calif. BORN: Sept. 10, 1940. FAMILY: single. COLLEGE: Oklahoma State University (Stillwater); majored in restaurant and hotel management. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: publisher, roping producer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: fishing, golf, flying airplanes. WEBSITE: www.RopersSportsNews.com. Dan Fowlie PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2009. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo (Las Cruces, N.M.), 2012-13; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, 2009-13; Helzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo (Buckeye, Ariz.), 2011-15; Wrangler Champions Challenge (Scottsdale, Ariz.), 2014-15; Parada del Sol (Scottsdale, Ariz.), 2015; Cheyenne County Fair & Rodeo (Cheyenne Wells, Colo.), 2015; Roots and Boots Queen Creek (Ariz.) Pro Rodeo, 2011-15; Yuma (Ariz.) Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo, 2014 15; Safford (Ariz.) Pro Rodeo, 2011-12; Rodeo de Santa Fe (N.M.), 2010-15; Breckenridge (Colo.) PRCA Rodeo, 2012-13; Wayne Wilson Children’s Charity PRCA Rodeo (Cave Creek, Ariz.), 2009-10; emcee of Miss Rodeo Arizona trunk show; former contestant in steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, team roping and bull riding. RESIDENCE: Phoenix, Ariz. BORN: Sept. 26, 1963. FAMILY : wife, Annette; sons, C.J., Sterling; daughters, Savannah, Macie. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : animal health supplies/ sales, raising Corriente roping cattle, auctioneer.

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ADDITIONAL INTEREST: Model A hot rods. WEBSITE: www.danfowlie.com.

INTERESTS: watching daughter barrel race, Western history. James Horcasitas PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2008. ACHIEVEMENTS: Southwestern International PRCA Rodeo (El Paso, Texas), announcer, 2012-14, sound, 2010; sound and/or music for Pioneer Days Rodeo (Clovis, N.M.), 2015; Yuma (Ariz.) Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo, 2015; Cowboy Capital Pro Rodeo (Bandera, Texas), 2015. RESIDENCE: Las Cruces, N.M. BORN: April 6, 1976. FAMILY : wife, Robyn; son, Jackson; daughter, Ella. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: professional firefighter, owner of rodeo sound and music company, voice-over talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: running, traveling, boxing. WEBSITE : www.jameshorcasitas.com. Billy Huckaby PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2019. RESIDENCE: Fort Worth, Texas. BORN: March 7, 1956. FAMILY: wife, Ronna; daughters, Cindy and Stacy; grandaughter, Presley. COLLEGE: Texas Tech University. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: CEO, Wild Horse Media Group.; in-house annoucer for Stockyards Championship Rodeo for the past 25 years. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : rodeo history. WEBSITE: www. wildhorsemedia.com Coy Huffman PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1962; Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Chute boss for Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, La Fiesta de los Vaqueros (Tucson, Ariz.), Phoenix (Ariz.) Jaycees Rodeo of Rodeos, Southwestern International Rodeo (El Paso, Texas), Cloverdale Rodeo (Surrey, British Columbia), American Royal (Kansas City, Mo.), Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo (Colorado Springs, Colo.), Colorado State Fair (Pueblo), Dodge City (Kan.) Round-Up, Reno (Nev.) Rodeo and Grand National Rodeo (San Francisco); Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale co-announcer, 1993-94; host for Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, Dodge City (Kan.) and Ellensburg (Wash.) autograph parties; emceed for Reno (Nev.) Rodeo Buckle Awards. RESIDENCE: Red Bluff, Calif. BORN: May 15, 1939. FAMILY: wife, Donna. COLLEGE: Colorado Christian College (Lakewood, Colo.); Oral Roberts University (Tulsa, Okla.); Oklahoma School of Business; Seattle Bible College, bachelor’s degree in theology. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rodeo minister, rodeo chute boss/arena director, special events. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: writing, public speaking, real estate. West Huggins PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2007. ACHIEVEMENTS: Johnson County Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo (Cleburne, Texas), 2011-18; Ropin Dreams PRCA Rodeo (Jourdanton, Texas), 2017-18; Rose City Roundup (Tyler, Texas), 2014-17; Sandhills Stock Show and Rodeo (Odessa, Texas), 2018-19; Raton (N.M.)

Fred Fredrickson PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2018. RESIDENCE: Spanish Fork, Utah. BORN: May 3, 1979. FAMILY: wife, Melissa; daughter, Charlize; son, Stran. COLLEGE: a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in agricultural system technology from Utah State University. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: high school agriculture teacher and FFA advisor. Don Gay PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1970, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: eight-time world champion bull rider; inducted as ProRodeo Hall of Fame’s Legend of Rodeo, 2013; original honoree, ProRodeo Hall of Fame, 1979; TV commentator for ProRodeo events 1978-2014; 13-time National Finals Rodeo bull riding qualifier. RESIDENCE: Terrell, Texas. BORN: Sept. 18, 1953. FAMILY: wife, Terri; daughter, Talli. OTHER OCCUPATION: general manager, Frontier Rodeo Company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: rodeo production, golf, flying. Adam Gibbs PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. ACHIEVEMENTS: Illinois High School Finals Rodeo, 2015-19. RESIDENCE: Holly Pond, Ala. BORN: July 11, 1979. FAMILY: wife, Jennifer; daughters, Camille and Giselle; son: Lincoln. Troy Goodridge PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2007. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, bull riding contestant. RESIDENCE: Fort Scott, Kan. BORN: July 2, 1969. FAMILY : wife, Katrina; daughter, Keely; son, Cade. COLLEGE : Fort Scott (Kansas) Community College, associate degree, applied science. OTHER OCCUPATION : welding supplies sales. ADDITIONAL INTEREST : raising bucking bulls. Dale Hancock PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1997. ACHIEVEMENTS: Central Arkansas PRCA Rodeo (Conway), 2008-14; Phil Gardenhire PRCA Rodeo (Poteau, Okla.), 2008; Wilson County Fair and Rodeo (Fredonia, Kan.), 1997-2003; Imboden (Ark.) Rodeo, 1998-2002; Arkansas High School Finals Rodeo, 1991-94; coordinator/director, Arkansas High School Rodeo Finals, 1996-97; former bareback rider. RESIDENCE: Greenbrier, Ark. BORN: Jan. 21, 1948. FAMILY: wife, Debbie; daughter, Lori. COLLEGE: University of Central Arkansas (Conway), degree in business administration. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: owner of Western store, laundromat and dry cleaner; magnetic healing for equine athletes. ADDITIONAL

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Announcers (continued) Pro Rodeo, 2012-14; Guadalupe County Fair and PRCA Rodeo (Seguin, Texas), 2014; Myrtle Springs (Texas) Pro Rodeo, 2014. RESIDENCE: Midland, Texas. BORN: Oct. 6, 1980. FAMILY: wife, Keri; sons, Walker, Trevor. COLLEGE: Odessa (Texas) College. OTHER OCCUPATION: owner, rodeo advertising/ marketing company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: helping Ropin’ Dreams charity for sick children. WEBSITE: www.westhuggins.com. D.J. Jorgensen PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1993. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo Steer Roping, 2012-19; Benny Binion Bucking Horse and Bull Sale (Las Vegas, Nev.), 2013; 101 Wild West Rodeo (Ponca City, Okla.), steer roping, 2011-12; St. Onge (S.D.) Rodeo, 1994-95; Golden Buffalo Stampede (Lower Brule, S.D.), 1993-94; provided music for Heart of Cowboy Country Pro Rodeo (Stillwater, Okla.), 2015. RESIDENCE: Stillwater, Okla. BORN: March 24, 1959. FAMILY : wife, Karen; daughter, Ashley. COLLEGE : Kansas State University, Western Iowa Tech Community College. OTHER OCCUPATIONS : providing sound and music for rodeos, piano technician, preacher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017 ACHIEVEMENTS: The American, Arlington, Texas, 2019; Catfish Stampede, Onida, S.D., 2018; Fairbault County PRCA Rodeo, Blue Earth, Minn., 2017-18; Missouri High School Finals, 2016-18; Cowtown Rodeo, Pilesgrove, N.J., 2018; Oklahoma High School Finals, 2016. RESIDENCE: Conway, Mo. BORN: June 23, 1993 COLLEGE: Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College, associate degree; Missouri State University, bachelor’s degree. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: cattle ranching and motivational speaker. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: playing guitar and singing. WEBSITE: www.koryproannouncer.com. Brent Kelly PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: Mountain Valley Stampede (Heber City, Utah) announcer, 2005-11; Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale, auctioneer, 1994-2008; National High School Finals Rodeo, 1993-2011; American Quarter Horse Association Junior World Show, announcer. RESIDENCE: Midway, Utah. BORN: April 17, 1949. FAMILY: wife, Mary; sons, Jason, Van, Todd; daughters, Nancy, Hayley. COLLEGE: Brigham Young University (Provo, Utah); master’s degree, University of Phoenix. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: snow skiing, golf, catfishing. Kory Keeth

teacher, auctioneer, horse trainer. WEBSITE: www. hebervalleyhorsesales.com Kelly Kenney PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2001. RESIDENCE: Humansville, Mo. WEBSITE: www.kellykenney.com Jesse Knudsen PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 1997; announcer, 2005. ACHIEVEMENTS: Abbyville (Kan.) Frontier Days and Barbecue, 2007-10; North Central Rodeo (Medford, Wis.), 2010; Lowrys’ 4L Ranch Rodeo (Summerville, Ga.), 2010; Hellzapoppin PRCA Rodeo (Buckeye, Ariz.), 2008-10; music director: Sitting Bull Stampede (Mobridge, S.D.), 2015-16; Wichita Falls (Texas) PRCA Rodeo, 2015-16. RESIDENCE: Manawa, Wis. BORN: May 22, 1976. FAMILY: son, Trenton Joshua; daughter, Brenley Mae. COLLEGE: Fort Scott (Kan.) Community College, associate degree in applied science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: bull riding producer, leather craftsman, lawn care service. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: Green Bay Packers, Wisconsin Badgers, cooking. WEBSITE: facebook.com/920rodeo. Jeff Lee PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2011. RESIDENCE: Siloam Springs, Ark. BORN: Feb. 6, 1984. WEBSITE: www. jeffleerodeo.com. Josh Linebaugh PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2016. ACHIEVEMENTS: 2019 Cody Nite Rodeo Announcer of the Year; 2019 NRA Announcer of the Year; The War Bonnet Round Up (Idaho Falls, Idaho), 2019; Idaho High School State Finals Rodeo, 2018-19; Montana High School Finals Rodeo, 2015; Little Britches National Finals Rodeo, 2016. RESIDENCE: Powell, Wyo. BORN: April 19, 1982. FAMILY: wife, Corina; daughter, Hadlee. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: auctioneer, welder. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, hunting, outdoor sports. WEBSITE: www.joshlinebaugh.com T.C. Long PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: All American ProRodeo Finals Steer Roping (Waco, Texas), 2015; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2011-15; Young County Rodeo (Graham, Texas), 2010-12, 2015; Mesquite (Texas) ProRodeo Series, 2010-15; Chisholm Trail Stampede PRCA Rodeo (Duncan, Okla.), 2013-15; Neshoba County Fair Rodeo (Philadelphia, Miss.), 2013-15; PRCA Championship Rodeo (Bismarck, N.D.), 2010-11, 2015; Xtreme Bulls Tour (Bismarck, N.D.), 2015; Bell County PRCA Rodeo (Belton, Texas), 2015; Capital City Stampede PRCA Rodeo (Lincoln, Neb.), 2015; San Patricio County PRCA Rodeo (Sinton, Texas), 2015; Coleman (Texas) PRCA Rodeo, 2015; team roping event finale, 2006-11. RESIDENCE: Athens,

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Texas. BORN: Dec. 21, 1982. FAMILY: wife, Christie. COLLEGE: Howard College (Big Spring, Texas). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: owner, monogram shop. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: roping, hunting, fishing. WEBSITE: www.voiceofrodeo.com. Jeff Lucas PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2017 ACHIEVEMENTS: Ontario, OR PRCA Rodeo, Alden, NY PRCA Rodeo, 2x NLBRA National Finals RESIDENCE: Lebanon, Tennessee BORN: February 3, 1993 FAMILY: Wife, Brooke, Daughter, Emmy Lu COLLEGE: Iowa State University Degree in Elementary Education OTHER OCCUPATIONS: Chief Operating Officer ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: Bass Fishing & Business development. Anthony Lucia NFR: specialty act, 2010-12. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 2005; specialty act, 2009; announcer, 2011. ACHIEVEMENTS: RFD TV’s The American, 2021; RAM National Circuit Finals, Kissimmee, Fla., 2021; 2020 Yellowstone Riggin Rally, Darby, Mont., 2020; Ute Stampede, Nephi, Utah, 2020; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo (Harrisburg, Pa.), 2017 2021; Gold Buckle Knock Out, Stoneham, Colo., 2020; George Paul Memorial Xtreme Bulls, Del Rio, Texas, 2021; Xtreme Bulls Tour Finale, Nephi, Utah, 2020; RAM Circuit Finals Rodeo, Waco Texas, 2020; Riggin Rally, Weatherford, Texas, 2021; Grand National Rodeo, San Francisco, Calif., 2019; Killdeer (N.D.) Mountain Roundup Rodeo, 2021. RESIDENCE: Weatherford, Texas. BORN: March 19, 1985. FAMILY: wife, Lisa (2017 Miss Rodeo America); father, Tommy Lucia, 2019 PRCA Hall of Fame Inductee. COLLEGE: Tommy Lucia’s School of Hard Knocks OTHER OCCUPATIONS: PRCA team roper. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: Golf and Watching Cowboy Channel Plus. WEBSITE: @Superlucia33 Instagram -Anthony Lucia Facebook Jeff Marn PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 2000; announcer, 2013. ACHIEVEMENTS: announcer: RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo (Great Falls), 2016; Cascade (Mont.) PRCA Rodeo, 2014-16; Rocky Mountain Classic PRCA Rodeo (Kalispell, Mont.), 2014-16; Belt (Mont.) PRCA Rodeo, 2015-16; Fort Benton (Mont.) Summer Celebration, 2015-16; Four Bears Championship Rodeo (New Town, N.D.), 2016; Copper Spring ProRodeo (Bozeman, Mont.), 2016; Wild West Days PRCA Rodeo (Williston, N.D.), 2014; contestant: RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo bull rider. RESIDENCE: Belt, Mont. BORN: Jan. 3, 1977. FAMILY: wife, Cassidy; son, Jett; daughter, Presley. WEBSITE: www.jeffmarn.com. Doug Mathis NFSR: 2009. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1995. ACHIEVEMENTS: National Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Torrington, Wyo.), 2013-15; Mountain States Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Sterling, Colo.),

2012-14; Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping, 2009; Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 2013-18; Evergreen (Colo.) Rodeo, 2000-18; Home of Champions Rodeo (Red Lodge, Mont.), 2006-18; Carson (Iowa) Community Rodeo, 2000 18; Will Rogers Memorial Rodeo (Venita, Okla.), 2008-18; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005; RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2002, 2004; RAM Wilderness Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2017 18; National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Championship Series Finale, 2001-03; Central Wyoming Fair and Rodeo, 2015-18; radio and television commercials; TV commentary for Greeley (Colo.) Xtreme Bulls, 2005-07; worked in PRCA media room at Wrangler National Finals Rodeo since 1999, 20 years 2018; top 10, Announcer of the Year nominee, 2005-07. RESIDENCE: Cleburne, Texas. BORN: Nov. 18, 1960. FAMILY: wife, Dee. COLLEGE: Tarleton State University (Stephenville, Texas). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: radio and TV talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: ranching, snow skiing. WEBSITE: www.dougmathissite.com. Mike Mathis NFR: alternate, 1994. NFSR: 2002-03, 2006, 2013. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1983, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: nominated for Announcer of the Year, 2002, 2008, 2010-16; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1998, 2010; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1991-2014; Dixie National Rodeo (Jackson, Miss.), 1997-2014; Ute Stampede (Nephi, Utah), 2000-14; Days of ‘47 Rodeo (Salt Lake City, Utah), 2012-14; Old Fort Days, (Fort Smith , Ark)., 2012 14; Wild Wild West Pro Rodeo (Silver City, N.M.), 1997-2014; Tour Cup Finale (Las Vegas), 2000; inducted into Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame, 2013. RESIDENCE: Lufkin, Texas. BORN: Aug. 13, 1948. FAMILY: sons, Kirk, Todd. COLLEGE: Stephen F. Austin State University (Nacogdoches, Texas), bachelor’s degree in business administration; Southern Methodist University (Dallas, Texas), master’s degree in finance. OTHER OCCUPATION: financial planner. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, golf. Justin McKee NFSR: 1996-97, 2001, 2011-12. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1993. ACHIEVEMENTS: Copenhagen Cup Finale (Las Vegas), 2001; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1999; RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 1995; Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, 2001-11; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up, 2002-08; Ellensburg (Wash.) Rodeo, 1999-2011; St. Paul (Ore.) Rodeo, 2002-11; Cushing (Okla.) Community Rodeo, 1993-2011; Inter-state Rodeo (Coffeyville, Kan.), 1993-2004, 2006-11; nominated for PRCA Announcer of the Year, 1997 2001; Original Coors Rodeo Showdown, 1997; master of ceremonies for Miss Rodeo America pageant, 1995-99; six-time steer roping qualifier,

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Announcers (continued) RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo; hosted “Inside the Wrangler NFR” pregame show on GAC in 2011. Finished 17th in steer roping world standings in 2004, and 35th in 2011; set still-standing arena record in steer roping at Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days, 2004. RESIDENCE: Lenapah, Okla. BORN: Oct. 24, 1968. FAMILY: wife, Jeannie; daughter, Kassidy. COLLEGE: Kansas State University (Manhattan); Oklahoma State University (Stillwater), animal science. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: rancher, commercial voice talent, keynote speaker. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: pastor at Cowboy Capital Fellowship. Roger Mooney NFR: 2018, 2020; alternate, 2000, 2004. NFSR: 1999. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1990. ACHIEVEMENTS: Tour Playoffs (Omaha, Neb.), 2007; Tour Finale (Tulsa, Okla.), 2006; Summer ProRodeo Tour Finale (Omaha, Neb.), 2006; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, twice; Tour Finale (Las Vegas), 2003-04; Tour Cup Finale (Mesquite, Texas), 2000; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1999-2000, 2002, 2006; Calgary (Alberta) Stampede, 2000-03; RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1995, 2002; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1997-2001; 10-time National High School Finals Rodeo; more than 20 state high school finals; announces at more than 40 rodeos a year. RESIDENCE: Ellijay, Ga. BORN: Aug. 30, 1966. COLLEGE: University of Georgia (Tifton), bachelor’s degree in animal sciences and agricultural business. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: auctioneer, flea market management, voice talent. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: judging livestock shows, purchasing real estate, radio and television commercials. Alan Moorhead PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1998. ACHIEVEMENTS : RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo (Davie, Fla.), 2014; Pasco County Fair Championship Rodeo (Dade City, Fla.), 2009-16; Lawrence County Fair Rodeo PRCA Rodeo (Imboden, Ark.), 2011-16; Cotton Blossom Roundup (Nashville, Ga.), 2011 15; Mesquite (Texas) Pro-Rodeo Series 2012-13, 2015; Shawnee Mountain PRCA Rodeo (Shawnee on Delaware, Pa.), 2014-15; Paul Briggs Jr. Memorial PRCA Rodeo (Fletcher, N.C.), 2014; Stanley (Wis.) Rodeo, 2006-07; Killdeer (N.D.) Mountain Roundup Rodeo, 2004-07; Mid-South Fair & Rodeo (Memphis, Tenn.), 2008; Ralph Morgan Semiannual Rodeo (Lauderdale, Miss.), 2011, 2014; Wrangler NFR contestant welcome reception, 2015; National High School Finals Rodeo, 2009-14; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2009-10; WPRA World Finals, 2006-12. RESIDENCE: Beech Island, S.C. BORN: April 12, 1960. FAMILY: wife, Angie; sons, Jacob, Wil. OTHER OCCUPATION : host of Internet podcast WesternRadioShow.com. ADDITIONAL

INTERESTS: breaking colts, watching wife run barrels. WEBSITE: www.alanmoorhead.com. Abe Morris PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2019. RESIDENCE: Aurora, Colo. BORN: June 24, 1956. Les Ohlhauser PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1975, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1998-2001, 2014-15; Elizabeth (Colo.) Stampede Rodeo, 1987-2013, 2015-16; Eagle (Colo.) County Fair & Rodeo, 1988-2012, 2015; Old West Trail Rodeo (Crawford, Neb.), 1987-2016; Lincoln County Fair Rodeo (Afton, Wyo.), 2006-16; Salmon (Idaho) Stampede PRCA Rodeo, 2011, 2014; Beaver Valley Horse Club Rodeo (Strasburg, N.D.), 2008-11; Steamboat Springs (Colo.) Pro Rodeo Series, 1988 2011; Mountain States Circuit board of directors, four years; served 15 years in U.S. Army Special Forces as Green Beret. RESIDENCE: Denver, Colo. BORN: Sept. 9, 1955. FAMILY: single. COLLEGE: North Dakota State University (Fargo), bachelor’s degree in political science. OTHER OCCUPATION: auctioneer. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, photography. Doc Phillips PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1979. RESIDENCE: Enid, Okla. BORN: Feb. 16, 1955 Boyd Polhamus NFR: 1991, 1994, 1997, 1999-2016; alternate, 1990, 1992-93, 1996, 1998. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1986, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: PRCA Announcer of the Year, 2007-09, 2012, nominated 2010, 2013-16; Wrangler ProRodeo Tour Championship (Dallas), 2007; Tour Finale (Tulsa, Okla.), 2006; Tour Finale (Omaha, Neb.), 2003-06; Tour Finales (Dallas), 2003-06; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1994, 1997; Corpus Christi (Texas) Rodeo, 2005-2016; Cody (Wyo.) Stampede, 2015-16; Ski Hi Stampede (Monte Vista, Colo.), 1998-2016; Colorado State Fair (Pueblo), 2010-16; Dayton (Iowa) Rodeo, 2005-16; Tri-State Rodeo (Fort Madison, Iowa), 2000-16; New Mexico State Fair (Albuquerque), 1993-2016; Fort Bend County Fair Rodeo (Rosenberg,. Texas), 2011 16; Austin County Fair and Rodeo (Bellville, Texas), 2009-16; National Western Stock Show & Rodeo (Denver), 1998-2016; RodeoHouston, 1993-2006, 2010; Clark County Fair & Rodeo (Logandale, Nev.), 2005-16; Buc Days Pro Rodeo (Corpus Christi, Texas), 2005-11; Helldorado Days Rodeo (Las Vegas), 2009 16; West of the Pecos Rodeo (Pecos, Texas), 2008-16; Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo Days (Colorado Springs, Colo.), 2005-13; Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup Rodeo, 1999-2016; Snake River Stampede (Nampa, Idaho), 1993-2016; Sikeston (Mo.) Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo, 2010-16; San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 2005-16; RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo, 11 times; announced finals in Badlands, Montana, Southeastern and Turquoise circuits; College

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fishing, all sports. WEBSITE: www.WillRasmussen. com. Creed Roberts PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2005. ACHIEVEMENTS: Scotts Bluff County Fair and Rodeo (Mitchell, Neb.), 2011; Freedom (Okla.) Rodeo, 2011; Miss Rodeo America Pageant emcee, 2009-2011; played rodeo announcer in 2008 episode of TV’s Friday Night Lights . RESIDENCE: Sealy, Texas. BORN: Dec. 4, 1974. FAMILY: wife, Shannon; children, Cord, Clay, Courtney. COLLEGE: Stephen F. Austin State University (Nacogdoches, Texas), bachelor’s degree in animal science; rodeo team. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: raising rodeo cattle. WEBSITE: www. creedroberts.com. Curt Robinson NFSR: 1980-82, 1984, 1986-89, 1992-93, 2016. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1974, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Clem McSpadden Pioneer Award, 2013; Sisters (Ore.) Rodeo, 1991-2013; Crooked River Roundup (Prineville, Ore.), 2004-13; Wrangler National Finals Rodeo television statistician, 1976-88, 1992-2007; RAM Columbia River Circuit Steer Roping Finals, 1992; College National Finals Rodeo, two times. RESIDENCE: Pendleton, Ore. BORN: June 26, 1954. COLLEGE: East Oregon State College (LaGrande). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: auctioneer, PRCA rodeo secretary. Gary Rogers PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1981, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Benny Binion’s Bucking Horse and Bull Sale announcer, 2005, 2010-14; Indian National Finals Rodeo, 2005. RESIDENCE: Layton, Utah. BORN: Aug. 6, 1954. FAMILY: fiance, Pam Avirett; son, Cody; daughters, Karla, Kelci. COLLEGE: Western Oregon State University (Monmouth), bachelor’s degree; Boise (Idaho) State University, special education certification; master’s degrees, University of Phoenix, special education and administration; associate’s degree, Treasure Valley Community College. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: high school teacher, director for legal services company. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: working out, announcing at parades, traveling and public relations work. OTHER OCCUPATION : sales manager. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS : raising commercial Angus cattle, Nebraska football. Randy Schmutz NFR: alternate, 1995. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1988. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1995-97, 2005; Cody (Wyo.) Stampede, 30 years; Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo (Rapid City, S.D.), 15 years; PRCA Board of Directors executive council, 2000-04; PRCA Announcer of the Year nominee, 1998, 2003; RAM Badlands

National Finals Rodeo; WPRA Announcer of the Year 2000, 2003, 2005; Lane Frost Memorial Award, 2009; College Finals Rodeo, 2002-16. RESIDENCE: Brenham, Texas. BORN: Sept. 1, 1965. FAMILY: wife, Sandee. COLLEGE: Southwest Texas State University (San Marcos), bachelor’s degree in communications; Southwest Texas Junior College (Uvalde). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: voice-overs, ranching, real estate. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: Christianity, football, politics. WEBSITE: www. BoydPolhamus.com. Jim Pugh PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1998. ACHIEVEMENTS: Woodward (Okla.) Elks Rodeo; Hinton (Okla.) Rodeo, 2003-06; Texas High School Finals Rodeo; Oklahoma High School Finals Rodeo; International Youth Rodeo Finals, 1996-99, 2007-09; Tri-State High School Finals, 12 times. RESIDENCE: Weatherford, Okla. BORN: May 23, 1946. FAMILY: wife, Benny; daughter, Lisa; sons, Bill J., Cash Jake. COLLEGE: Abernathy Auctioneer School (Oklahoma City); Oklahoma Panhandle State University (Goodwell), bachelor’s degree in business administration. OTHER OCCUPATION: automobile/truck sales. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: announcing college football. Chris Pyle PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2003. RESIDENCE: Pilot Grove, Mo. BORN: Dec. 28, 1973. FAMILY: wife, Lisa; daughter, Kendall; son, Luke. COLLEGE: Central Missouri State University (Sedalia), master’s degree in education administration. OTHER OCCUPATION: assistant principal. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: real estate, training colts, raising bucking-bred cattle. Will Rasmussen PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1994. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2000, 2004, 2009; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1996-2005, 2008-12; Greeley (Colo.) Stampede, 2008-12; California Rodeo Salinas, 1999, 2002-12; Sheridan (Wyo.), 2000-12; Redding (Calif.) Rodeo, 2007-12; Lewiston (Idaho) Round-Up, 2003-12; Big Sky Pro Rodeo Round Up (Great Falls, Mont.), 1998-2012; Missoula (Mont.) Stampede, 2000-10; Strawberry Days (Pleasant Grove, Utah), 1995-2010; Wild Rogue Pro Rodeo (Central Point, Ore.), 2005-10; Livermore (Calif.) Rodeo, 1999-2000; Moses Lake (Wash.) Roundup, 1999-2010; Magic Valley Stampede (Filer, Idaho), 1999-2010; Desertview Pro Rodeo (Castle Dale, Utah), 1999-2010; master of ceremonies for PRCA Awards Banquet, 2010. RESIDENCE: Salmno, Idaho BORN: Nov. 30, 1960. FAMILY: wife, Kathi; sons, Curt, Quincy, Shamus; daughters, Kyla, Casey Jo. COLLEGE: Montana State University (Bozeman). OTHER OCCUPATIONS: ranching, voiceover work, radio and TV. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting,

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Announcers (continued) Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1990-93; RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1993-2004; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2006-07; Sikeston (Mo.) Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo, 12 years; Spanish Fork (Utah) Fiesta Days Rodeo, 10 years; Miss Rodeo America Pageant master of ceremonies, 1991-95; College National Finals Rodeo, 1994, 1998-2004; Texas State High School Finals, 1993; National High School Rodeo Finals, 1991-92. RESIDENCE: Stephenville, Texas. BORN: Jan. 21, 1963. COLLEGE: Stephen F. Austin State University (Nacogdoches, Texas), bachelor’s degree in communications. FAMILY: wife, Amber; sons, Cade, Conner; daughter, Calli. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: raising bucking bulls, event production. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, playing guitar. Andy Seiler NFR: 2020 in Arlington, Texas. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2008. ACHIEVEMENTS : Rodeo Houston (Texas), 2014-2020; San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 2018-2020; Silver Spurs Rodeo (Kissimmee, Fla.), 2014; Wyoming State Fair (Douglas), 2014; Wrangler Champions Challenge (Kissimmee, Fla.), 2014; Shawnee on the Mountain PRCA Rodeo (Shawnee on Delaware, Pa.), 2008-12; Gerry (N.Y.) Volunteer Fire Department Rodeo, 2008-10; Cherokee (Iowa) Chamber PRCA Rodeo, 2009 10; St. Croix Valley PRCA Rodeo (Glenwood City, Wis.), 2008-10; Mesquite (Texas) Championship Rodeo, 2009; Walt Garrison Award from National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, 2008; three-time College National Finals Rodeo qualifier; College National Finals Rodeo announcer, 2015-2021; Rooftop Rodeo 2015-2021; Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo, 2017-2021; PRCA Awards Banquet, 2017; Junior National Finals Rodeo, 2017. RESIDENCE: Ocala, Fla. BORN: Oct. 12, 1986. FAMILY: wife, Lauren; son, Welles; daughter, Rory. COLLEGE : Troy (Ala.) University, bachelor’s degree in broadcast journalism, 2009. OTHER OCCUPATION : Sales manager. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: Golf, team roping and college football. WEBSITE: www. acrossrodeo.com. Barney Sheridan PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2005. ACHIEVEMENTS : Augusta (Mont.) American Legion Rodeo, 2013 16; Energy Town ProRodeo (Gillette, Wyo.), 2007-13; Marias River Stampede (Shelby, Mont.), 2008-16; Dawson County Fair and Rodeo (Glendive, Mont.), 2007-16; Bowman (N.D.) County Pro Rodeo, 2008 16; Killdeer (N.D.) Mountain Roundup, 2015 16; Bearpaw Roundup PRCA Rodeo (Chinook, Mont.), 2014-16; Northeast Montana Fair and Rodeo (Glasgow), 2016; McCone County Fair PRCA Rodeo (Circle, Mont.), 2010-16; Montana’s Biggest Weekend Rodeo (Dillon), 2015-16; C.M. Russell Stampede (Stanford, Mont.), 2008-16; Eastern Montana Fair and Rodeo (Miles City); Great Northern Stampede (Havre, Mont.); Big Sky National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association

Regional Finals, 2000-13; Montana High School Finals, twice. RESIDENCE: Arlee, Mont. BORN: May 1, 1962. FAMILY: wife, Tara; daughter, Nikki; son, Cody. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: radio morning show host, rancher. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: horses, hunting, fishing. John Shipley NFSR: 1994. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1987, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1996; RAM Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1989, 1992, 1994-95, 2004; RAM Montana Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1996-97; RAM Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2000-03; RAM Mountain States Steer Roping Circuit Finals, 2011 & 2019; Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series, 1989-present; Greeley (Colo.) Independence Stampede, 1992 2008; Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days; Pendleton (Ore.) Round-Up; president, Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series. RESIDENCE: Steamboat Springs, Colo. BORN: April 28, 1954. FAMILY: wife, Barbara; son, Lane. COLLEGE: University of Kansas (Lawrence), bachelor’s degree in personnel administration. OTHER OCCUPATION: office administrator. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: playing hockey, NASCAR racing, circuses. Greg Simas PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2006. ACHIEVEMENTS: RAM National Finals Circuit Rodeo, 2012-13; RAM First Frontier Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2007-15; RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2016; Wrangler NFR welcome reception emcee, 2013; ProRodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony emcee, 2014; Xtreme Bulls (Oklahoma City, Okla.), 2011-16; All-Florida Championship Rodeo (Arcadia), 2014-16; YMBL Championship Rodeo (Beaumont, Texas), 2014-16; Wrangler Champions Challenge (Kissimmee, Fla.), 2015-16; Spanish Fork (Utah) Fiesta Days, 2016; ABC ProRodeo (Lubbock, Texas), 2016; Northwest Florida Championship Rodeo (Bonifay), 2016; Silver Spurs Rodeos (Kissimmee, Fla.), 2016; Douglas County Fair & Rodeo (Castle Rock, Colo.), 2009-14; Adirondack Stampede Charity Rodeo (Glens Falls, N.Y.), 2006 15; Crosstie PRCA Rodeo (Hinton, Okla.), 2010-15; National High School Finals Rodeo, 2006-08; WPRA Announcer of the Year, 2014. OTHER OCCUPATION: U.S. Marine Corps veteran. RESIDENCE: Danville, Pa. BORN: Feb. 4, 1973. FAMILY: wife, Jen; sons, Tyler, Riley, Kaden. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: wife’s barrel horses, golf, hunting. WEBSITE: www. gregsimas.com. Terry Starnes PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1996. ACHIEVEMENTS: Cowboy Capital of the World Rodeo (Stephenville, Texas), 2002-08; Southwestern Exhibition Livestock Show and Rodeo (Fort Worth, Texas), 1996-2004; Pasadena (Texas) Livestock Show and Rodeo, 2003 09; North Texas State Fair and Rodeo (Denton), 2000-09; Somervell County PRCA Rodeo (Glen

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25, 1947. FAMILY: wife, Kristen; daughter, Nicole; twin grandkids, Cashly and Canyon Pennell. COLLEGE: University of Nevada (Reno), agricultural economics. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: commercial and purebred Black Angus livestock production; commercial voice talent; founder, Pro View Digital Surveillance. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: ranching, special children’s charities. Randy Taylor NFR: contestant, 1985. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: contestant, 1978; announcer, 1990; Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: Sheridan Saddle Club Rodeo (Plentywood, Mont.), 2007-09, 2011-16; Adrian Foote Sr. Annual Rodeo (New Town, N.D.), 2015; PRCA Championship Rodeo (Lincoln, Neb.), 2004 14; Xtreme Bulls event (Lincoln, Neb.), 2014; PRCA Championship Rodeo (Hawley, Minn.), 2005-12; Red Horse Ranch PRCA Rodeo (Fergus Falls, Minn.), 2014; Campbell County Rodeo (Herried, S.D.), 2012 14; Painted Pony Championship Rodeo Series (Lake Luzerne, N.Y.), four times in 2010; Fallon County Fair and Rodeo (Baker, Mont.), 2006-2010, 2015 16; Topeka (Kan.) PRCA Rodeo, 2005-07, 2013-14; Deke Latham Memorial Rodeo (Kaycee, Wyo.), 1996; Barber County Fair and Rodeo (Hardtner, Kan.), 2003-11; Will Rogers Stampede (Claremore, Okla.), 1999; Wrangler NFR live feed at MGM Grand, 2013 16; National Little Britches Rodeo Association Finals, 1998. Contestant: bareback riding, National Finals Rodeo, 1985; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1987; qualified for National High School Finals Rodeo and College National Finals Rodeo (bull riding also); RAM Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, five times. RESIDENCE: Menno, S.D. BORN: Nov. 20, 1959. FAMILY: wife, Carmen; sons, Joshua, Zachary, Branson; daughter, Raelynn Rose. COLLEGE: University of Wyoming (Laramie), bachelor’s degree in communications, rodeo and wrestling scholarships; Parker College of Chiropractic (Dallas), doctor of chiropractic medicine. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: announcer for motor and other sports, “Word with a Champ” sports/inspirational/ spiritual syndicated radio program. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: horsemanship, hunting, coaching sons in sports and being cowboys. WEBSITE: www. RandyTaylorAnnouncer.com. Jim Thompson PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1975. ACHIEVEMENTS: Alternate NFR announcer, 1986; Days of ’76 (Deadwood, S.D.), 1978-99, Days of ‘76 steer roping, 2000-2012; National Circuit Finals Steer Roping (Torrington, Wyo.), 2010-12, 2014; RAM Badlands Circuit Finals Rodeo, 1975, 1977-92; Badlands Circuit Finals Steer Roping 2010-18; Mountain States Circuit Finals Steer Roping, 2003-09; Deke Latham Memorial Rodeo (Kaycee, Wyo.), 1986 2007; serves on Days of ‘76 Rodeo (Deadwood, S.D.) committee; former Justin Committeeman of the Year for his work with the Deke Latham Memorial

Rose, Texas), committee chairman, 1996-2004. RESIDENCE: Rainbow, Texas. BORN: Sept. 12, 1952. FAMILY: wife, Shelley; sons, Marty, Jason, Tommy. OTHER OCCUPATION: owner, custom silversmith business. ADDITIONAL INTEREST: partner in bucking bull business. Andy Stewart PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1996. ACHIEVEMENTS: nominated for PRCA Announcer of the Year, 2009 16; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer, 2006; RAM Southeastern Circuit Finals Rodeo, 2005, 2007; works most Scotty Lovelace and Stace Smith PRCA rodeos. RESIDENCE: Collinston, La. BORN: Sept. 26, 1970. FAMILY: wife, Shelley; son, Kash; daughter, Shaye. COLLEGE: Northeast Louisiana University (Monroe), degree in business. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: television host, PRCA coverage on Outdoor Channel; voice talent, TV and radio. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: hunting, fishing, guitar. Ken Stonecipher PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 2007. ACHIEVEMENTS: Guymon (Okla.) Pioneer Days, 2006-11; Silverton (Texas) Buck Wild Days Rodeo, 2010-11; several college rodeos annually; Guymon (Okla.) Pioneer Days Rodeo chairman. RESIDENCE: Guymon, Okla. BORN: Jan. 26, 1963. FAMILY: wife, Sherry; sons, Jacob, Austin, Zach, Justin. COLLEGE: San Diego State University, bachelor’s degree, psychology. OTHER OCCUPATIONS: musician, general contractor. ADDITIONAL INTERESTS: team roping, hunting. WEBSITE: www.kenstonecipher.com. Bob Tallman NFR: 1975-76, 1983, 1989-93, 1995-2007, 2009 12. PRCA MEMBERSHIP: 1972, Gold Card. ACHIEVEMENTS: ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee, 2004; Tour Finale (Dallas) announcer, 2001-07; RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo announcer 1987-92, 2014-15; RAM Columbia River, Badlands and California Circuit Finals Rodeos; College National Finals Rodeo; 18-time announcer at Canadian Finals Rodeo; PRCA Announcer of the Year, 1982, 1987, 1997, 1999-2001, 2004, 2006, 2017, nominated 2007-11, 2016; National Cowboy Hall of Fame inductee, 2007; Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame inductee, 2006; St. Paul (Ore.) Hall of Fame, 2005; Pioneer of Rodeo Award (Calgary), 2006; host of various radio and TV shows; voice work for TV commercials. Tallman has worked many rodeos for 30 or more consecutive years, including Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, 1977-2015; Reno (Nev.) Rodeo, 1978-2015; St. Paul (Ore.) Rodeo, 1983-2013; Greeley (Colo.) Stampede, 1983-1992; Grand National Rodeo (San Francisco, Calif.), 1979-2011 and the Snake River Stampede (Nampa, Idaho), 1981-2011, as well as the National Western Stock Show & Rodeo (Denver), 1976-85. RESIDENCE: Poolville, Texas. BORN: Oct.

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