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39TH MONTANA PRCA CIRCUIT FINALS

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Montana PRCA Board Of Directors

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENTOn behalf of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Board I would like to welcome you to our Annual Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. Montana has always been known for producing World Class Professional Rodeo Athletes and this year is no exception.

Contestants in all seven events have competed all year long to qualify for the prestigious PRCA Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. With every title on the line you can bet contestants will be battling it out trying to collect their share of the largest payoff in the history of the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Finals.

Once the year-end champions along with the average winners of the finals are determined, they will then qualify to compete at the RAM National Circuit Finals at its new home in Kissimmee, Florida. We would like to thank you, our dedicated pro rodeo fans and sponsors, for helping us to make this the great event that it is.

The Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit with 35 Montana PRCA Pro Rodeos strong and the Montana High School Rodeo Association have joined together in support of promoting rodeo to the younger generation. The top six Montana High School Saddle Bronc and Bareback Riders will compete at the ANNUAL MPRF High School Rough Stock Challenge during each of the three pro rodeo performances. Don’t forget to check out the North 40 Ranch Rodeo on Saturday to see true ranch cowboys from across Montana demonstrating the true form of daily ranch work chores.

So sit back and enjoy the ride while Montana’s finest PRCA professional cowboys and cowgirls compete for their respective titles on some of the rankest bucking stock in the world.

Sincerely yours,

Jim Croff MPRC President

WELCOME RODEO FANS!

Secretary/MarketingDuane Walker421 Central AvenueGreat Falls, MT 59401(406) 727-8115 [email protected]

Team RopingDelon Parker2559 N. 10th RoadWorden, MT 59088(406) 698-3246 [email protected]

AdvisoryDarryl CrowleyBox 554Poplar, MT 59255(406) 448-2572

Barrel RacingMaria TaylorP.O. Box 282Saco, MT 59261(406) 868-3901

Media/CalendarBillie Harms8199 Hwy 59 SouthMiles City, MT 59301(406) 223-5473

Vice PresidentJack Stensland4946 Rd 1064Wolf Point, MT 59201(406) 392-5595 [email protected]

Steer WrestlingHank Hollenbeck212 Oil Well RdMolt, MT 59057 (406) 425-4265

PresidentJim Croff184 Cowboy LaneGeyser, MT 59447(406) 735-4391 [email protected]

Bareback RidingCavan WrzesinskiPO Box 637Boulder, MT 59632(406) 461-7812

TreasurerDave Wagner485 S. 24th St. WBillings, MT 59102(406) [email protected]

Saddle Bronc RidingTyrell SmithP.O. Box 129Sand Coulee, MT 59472(406) [email protected]

Stock ContractorDuane Kesler4125 Floweree DriveHelena, MT 59602(406) 458-5882

Tie-Down RopingJ. BillingsleyP.O. Box 987Glasgow, MT 59230(406) [email protected]

AdvisoryFred HirschyP.O. Box 834Jackson, MT 59736(406) 689-3116 [email protected]

Bull RidingLuke Gee P.O. Box 381Stanford, MT 59479(406) 459-1448

THE PRO RODEO CIRCUIT SYSTEMThe Circuit System is part of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association to encourage greater participation and interest in rodeos through a championship system on the regional level. To that end, the United States has been divided into 12 geographic Circuits together with one or more International Circuits, governed by separate co-sanctioned agreements, outside of the U.S. (collectively “Circuits”), all of which are detailed on the map. International Circuits may be added or subtracted from time to time.

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On behalf of the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals Rodeo Board and Contestants we would like to thank all the merchants and businesses who have contributed their continued support to the 39th Annual Montana PRCA Circuit Finals Rodeo held on January 13th-15th 2017.

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Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Bareback Riding Champions

2017 Bareback Riding Finalists

1. J.R. Vezain, Melstone, MT .............$19,601.77

2. Jessy Davis, Power, MT ................$15,320.40

3. Justin Miller, Billings, MT ..............$14,540.18

4. Tristan Hanson, Dillon, MT ............$12,097.95

5. Troy Vaira, Culbertson, MT ............$10,640.27

6. Buck Lunak, Florence, MT ...............$8,376.95

7. Chase Erickson, Helena, MT ............$7,064.18

8. Tucker Zingg, Glendive, MT .............$3,553.25

9. Clint Griffis, Bridger, MT.................$2,487.80

10. Chase Redfield, Opheim, MT .........$1,559.46

11. Cavan Wrzesinski, Boulder, MT .....$1,506.31

12. Luke Wozney, Powell, WY .............$1,290.05

2016 - Jessy Davis2015 - Chase Erickson2014 - Jessy Davis2013 - Jessy Davis 2012 - Chase Erickson2011 - Chase Erickson 2010 - J.R. Vezain 2009 - Troy Solomon2008 - John Collins2007 - Andy Bolich2006 - Andy Bolich

2005 - Andy Bolich2004 - Troy Solomon2003 - Scott Lund2002 - Scott Lund2001 - Scott Chesarek2000 - Scott Lund1999 - Deb Greenough1998 - Scott Lund1997 - Deb Greenough1996 - Deb Greenough

1995 - Deb Greenough1994 - Deb Greenough1993 - Deb Greenough1992 - Robert Schall, Jr.1991 - Deb Greenough1990 - Kevin Kessler1989 - Colin Murnion1988 - Kevin Kessler1987 - Jay Kirkland1986 - Colin Murnion

1985 - Jay Kirkland1984 - Larry Peabody1983 - Chuck Simonson1982 - Larry Peabody1981 - Larry Peabody1980 - Larry Peabody1979 - Pat Linger1978 - Pat Linger1977 - Pat Linger1976 - Jerry Chrisman

J.R. Vezain is coming home. And he’s glad of that. “I love it there at the Circuit Finals,” he said. “I haven’t been there since 2011.” The Wyoming cowboy hasn’t competed in the Montana Circuit for some time, ever since winning the year-end all-around championship seven years ago. He also won a Circuit saddle in the bareback that year. Vezain has extensive family in the Great Falls area. He and his wife Shelby (Newman) recently moved to Melstone. So now the National Finals Rodeo veteran is a bona fide Treasure State star. “It certainly feels like home,” he said. “That circuit finals is definitely the best so I’m glad to be heading back there.” Vezain enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $4,300 over Jessy Davis of Power. Vezain’s 2017 season included wins at Billings at the NILE, Miles City and a co-approved event in Coeur d’Alene. He finished second at the prestigious Home of Champions in Red Lodge.

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BAREBACK EVENT LEADER J.R. VEZAIN

Melstone, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $19,601.77

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Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Team Roping Champions

2017 Team Roping Finalist Teams

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1. Cody Tew, Augusta, MT.................$16,461.02 Matt Robertson, Wickenburg, AZ ..$13,974.792. Dustin Bird, Cut Bank, MT .............$15,159.20 Chase Tryan, Helena, MT .................$8,356.273. Britt Williams, Hammond, MT .......$10,496.99 John Robertson, Polson, MT ..........$9,809.724. Brady Tryan, Huntley, MT ................$9,052.61 Travis Tryan, Billings, MT ................$3,411.34

5. Delon Parker, Worden, MT ..............$8,991.85 Ryan Zurcher, Powell, WY .............$10,138.656. Brady Williams, Hammond, MT ......$8,623.35 Josh Hodge, Volborg, MT ...............$8,623.357. Max Kuttler, Dillon, MT....................$7,650.85 Kory Mytty, Lolo, MT ......................$8,920.588. Jason Carlson, Two Dot, MT ...........$6,482.18 Zach Schweigert, Livingston, MT ....$6,288.36

9. Jade Stoddard, Sugar City, ID ........$5,341.24 Ike Folsom, Dillon, MT ...................$5,341.2410.Clay Robertson, Augusta, MT ........$3,917.34 Justin Viles, Cody, WY ...................$5,809.4311.Travis Nichols, Helena, MT .............$3,755.44 Sam Levine, Wolf Creek, MT ..........$4,897.9512.Nolan Conway, Cut Bank, MT .........$3,270.02 Jimmy Cole, Harlem, MT ................$3,270.02

HEADER KING MOTORS

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2016 - Cody Tew, Sid Sporer2015 - Shawn Bessette, Sid Sporer2014 - Jade Stoddard, Ike Folsom2013 - Dustin Bird, John Robertson 2012 - Miles Kobold, Matt Robertson 2011 - Miles Kobold, Matt Robertson 2010 - Shane Schwenke, Kory Mytty 2009 - Matt Robertson, Justin Vile 2008 - Matt Robertson, Sid Sporer2007 - Cody Tew, Kory Mytty2006 - Jason Handy, Chase Gauger

2005 - Derick Fleming, Kory Mytty2004 - Shane Schwenke, Kory Mytty2003 - Kory Mytty, Shane Schwenke2002 - Shain Sproul, Dustin Bird2001 - Rob Kounitz, Sam Bird2000 - Shain Sproul, Derick Fleming1999 - Sam Bird, Jim Cole1998 - Derick Fleming1997 - Sam Bird, Jim Cole1996 - Derick Fleming1995 - Sam Bird

1994 - S. Schwenke, K. Mytty1993 - E. Schaffer, L. Steele1992 - Dennis Tryan, Sam Bird1991 - Enoch Schaffer1990 - Dennis Tryan, Sam Bird1989 - Dennis Tryan1988 - Sam Bird, Dick Powell1987 - Dennis Tryan1986 - Dennis Tryan1985 - Dennis Tryan1984 - Dennis Tryan

1983 - Spike Guardipee1982 - Sam Bird1981 - Flint Fleming, Corky Irion1980 - Ed Cole1979 - Bill E. Parker1978 - Tom Acevedo1977 - Gary Murphy

Go Round Winners:$100 Gift Card from Town Pump

$50 Cash Award from Jimmy Filipowicz

Cody Tew - Cody won his second Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit year-end championship last January, and the veteran header hopes to repeat. “Absolutely,” said the 30-year-old team roper. “It’s something I definitely want to do again. I was able to do it a year ago and hopefully we can get it done again.” Tew, who grew up in Belgrade and lives now part of the time in Texas, roped with heeler Matt Robertson for much of the 2016 Circuit season. He also competed with Justin Viles. A year ago, Tew teamed with Chase Tryan to win the MPRF average. This year he will rope with Robertson. There are many former NFR stars in the team roping at this year’s MPRF. “It’s going to be darn-sure competitive,” said Tew, who leads the heading standings by about $1,300. He plans to ride “Cunu,” a 21-year-old sorrel gelding who is a master in small buildings. “We’ve had him forever,” said Tew. “Even back in the high school rodeo days. He just fits the setup at Four Seasons so well. He isn’t the fastest, most powerful horse out there. But he’s good at getting great starts and good finishes, in the corner when the area’s tighter like that. I know he’s old, but he’s so darn good it’s hard to get off him. He just knows what he’s doing and takes such darn good care of me.”

Matt Robertson - Matt is among the top team ropers in Treasure State history. And that’s either as a header or

heeler. “It doesn’t matter. I just love team roping,” he said. Robertson, 36, has made 15 trips to the Circuit Finals. He qualified for the National Finals Rodeo in 2001 when he was still a teenager. He now has a roping camp and trains horses at his Arizona home, but the Augusta native is still all about the Treasure State and the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. “You know, it’s just a fun Circuit,” said Robertson, who leads the heeling standings by about $3,800 entering the Circuit Finals. “Getting to rope with friends is such a great thing. It’s kind of like a big family, going rodeo to rodeo. You work hard all week and get to go see family and friends every weekend. As far as the Circuit goes, it’s always a goal to win that sonofagun.” Robertson won the NILE with Brady Tryan. His summer included a victory at Fort Benton and was second in White Sulphur Springs with his brother, Clay Robertson. Matt will rope with Cody Tew at the MPRF. “We’re hoping to finish what we got started,” Robertson said. He’s won two Circuit year-end titles in the heading and two more in the heeling. “The Circuit Finals pays so good, so anybody who’s only five or six thousand back could damn-sure win it if they had a good finals,” he said. “It makes it fun, that’s for sure,” he said. It’s expected that Robertson will be riding “Teddy,” a 15-year-old dun. “He’s rock solid,” Robertson said. “I’ve had him the last few years and he’s been pretty phenomenal.”

TEAM ROPING EVENT LEADERS TEW/ROBERTSON

Matt Robertson Wickenburg, AZ - HeelerTotal Circuit Winnings: $13,974.79

Cody Tew Augusta, MT - HeaderTotal Circuit Winnings: $16,461.02

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Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Steer Wrestling Champions2016 - Ty Erickson2015 - Ty Erickson2014 - Beau Clark2013 - Shawn Downing 2012 - Mike Gollaher 2011 - Ty Erickson2010 - Ty Erickson 2009 - Beau Franzen2008 - Beau Franzen2007 - Shawn Downing2006 - Ken Holland

2005 - Jesse Peterson2004 - Nick Stubblefield2003 - Shannon Blixt2002 - Nick Stubblefield2001 - Jesse Peterson2000 - Ivan Teigen1999 - Ivan Teigen1998 - Rod Lyman1997 - Tim Garrison1996 - Shannon Blixt1995 - Rod Lyman

1994 - Shannon Blixt1993 - Brad Gleason1992 - Rob Kountz1991 - Rod Lyman1990 - Jesse Peterson1989 - Rod Lyman1988 - Shannon Blixt1987 - Clay Brower1986 - Kevin Nordahl1985 - Steve Blixt1984 - Ray Stoos

1983 - D.J. Smith1982 - Roger Brockway1981 - Lynn Perry1980 - Lynn Perry1979 - Lynn Perry1978 - Russ Dolven1977 - Bob Christophersen1976 - Del Nose

2017 Steer Wrestling Finalists


1. Scott Guenthner, Provost, AB........$22,603.15

2. Tanner Milan, Cochrane, AB ..........$11,875.21

3. Will Stovall, Columbus, MT ...........$11,824.72

4. Ty Erickson, Helena, MT ................$11,532.88

5. Kyle Callaway, Billings, MT ..............$7,684.63

6. Mike Gollaher, Cascade, MT ............$6,581.17

7. Bridger Chambers, Butte, MT ..........$5,868.94

8. Shawn Downing, Saco, MT .............$5,415.81

9. Josh Boka, Dillon, MT .....................$5,222.10

10. Hank Hollenbeck, Molt, MT ...........$5,178.34

11. Jordan Holland, Dillon, MT ...........$5,117.57

12. Trevor Baumann, Hardin, MT ........$3,970.79




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Scott Guenthner is a Canadian cowboy who has found a home in the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. “I’ve declared it for five years or so, but I didn’t go that hard down here,” said the 26-year-old from Alberta. “But now all the money counts toward the world standings, so I went a little bit harder down here last year and I had a little bit of luck.” No kidding, Guenthner won Circuit events in Belt, Billings and Miles City. He also earned first place in co-approved events in Coeur d’Alene and Spokane and enters the Circuit Finals with a whopping lead of about $11,000. Guenthner is coming off his first appearance at the National Finals Rodeo. He travels with fellow Canadian Tanner Milan. Guenthner lives in Provost, Alberta, which is located northeast of Calgary about a seven-hour drive from Great Falls.

STEER WRESTLING EVENT LEADER SCOTT GUENTHNER

Provost, AB - Total Circuit Winnings: $22,603.15

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Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Saddle Bronc Riding Champions

2017 Saddle Bronc Riding Finalists


1. Jesse Kruse, Great Falls, MT ...........$6,804.78

2. Sage Newman, Melstone, MT .........$6,430.00

3. Josh Davison, Miles City, MT ..........$6,361.63

4. Chase Brooks, Belgrade, MT ...........$5,903.49

5. Alan Gobert, Browning, MT .............$5,342.20

6. Joe Harper, Sand Coulee, MT ..........$4,960.56

7. J.C. DeSaveur, Roberts, MT ............$4,572.91

8. Ricky Warren, Hudson’s Hope, BC ..$4,460.24

9. Josh Reynolds, Ekalaka, MT ...........$3,515.31

10. Keenan Reinhardt, Bozeman, MT ..$3,152.17

11. Wyatt Thurston, Big Valley, AB ......$3,006.99

12. Tanner Hollenback, Dillon, MT ......$2,892.61

FARMERS ELEVATOR

2016 - Tyrell Smith 2015 - Jesse Kruse2014 - Zeke Thurston2013 - Josh Reynolds 2012 - Shane Moran 2011 - Jake Costello2010 - Jake Costello 2009 - Jesse Kruse2008 - Jesse Kruse2007 - Jake Hayworth2006 - Jake Costello

2005 - Shaun Stroh2004 - Jake Costello2003 - J.T. Robbins2002 - Jake Costello2001 - Shane Moran2000 - Jake Costello1999 - Jake Costello1998 - Ryan Mapston1997 - Ryan Mapston1996 - Dan Mortensen1995 - Dan Mortensen

1994 - Dan Mortensen1993 - Dan Mortensen1992 - Ed Lockwood1991 - Dan Mortensen1990 - Dan Mortensen1989 - Dan Mortensen1988 - Gray Mapston1987 - Jack Nystrom1986 - Jack Nystrom1985 - Dusty Crary1984 - Bud Pauley

1983 - Mike Anderson1982 - Bud Pauley1981 - Dusty Crary1980 - Jim Croff1979 - Jim Croff1978 - David Griffith1977 - Jim Jacobsen1976 - Jim Jacobsen




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Jesse Kruse is the only world champion in the history of Great Falls rodeo. And he’s back in familiar territory on top of the saddle bronc leaderboard at the Montana Circuit Finals. But that’s not to say it was an easy year for the 2009 world champ. Kruse has battled serious hip and knee injuries in recent years–the latter took away his entire 2016 season–and has struggled to find the form that led to three straight National Finals Rodeo appearances from 2009-11. But that championship form is still there all right. Two years ago at the Circuit Finals, Kruse competed on a bad knee that later required surgery and dazzled the Four Seasons Arena crowds en route to winning his third Circuit championship. This summer he had significant saddle issues and didn’t travel extensively, yet still led all Circuit saddle bronc stars in earnings. Kruse won the bronc riding in Augusta, Drummond, Glasgow and White Sulphur Springs, and enters the MPRF with a lead of about $400 in the race for a championship saddle. Last October at the NILE in Billings, Kruse turned in a 90-point ride that proved he’s on the comeback trail. The C.M. Russell High and University of Montana graduate has been working for 3 Brothers Plumbing and Heating in Clancy and is glad to be in Great Falls for the Circuit Finals. “It’s not only the bronc riding, but it’s great to come home and see family,” he said. “And on top of it the fans are so good to me here. Shoot, they’re good to everybody. They make it feel like a small NFR. And you can’t beat that.”

SADDLE BRONC EVENT LEADER JESSE KRUSE

Great Falls, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $6,804.78



2017 Tie Down Roping Finalists


AAA CONSTRUCTIONGreat Falls, MT

LIVINGSTON ROUNDUP ASSOCIATIONLivingston, MT

1. Chad Johnson, Cut Bank, MT ........$10,306.61

2. Hank Hollenbeck, Molt, MT .............$9,648.97

3. Haven Meged, Miles City, MT ..........$6,919.70

4. Jason Schaffer, Broadus, MT ..........$5,287.78

5. J.C. Crowley, Poplar, MT .................$5,283.73

6. Bode Scott, Custer, MT ...................$5,080.89

7. Kevin Peterson, Bozeman, MT ........$4,742.51

8. Logan Hofer, Magrath, AB ...............$3,853.06

9. Sam Levine, Wolf Creek, MT .........$3,775.92

10. Nolan Conway, Cut Bank, MT ........$3,636.28

11. Erik Dublanko, Thorsby, AB ...........$3,636.17

12. Ty Hedrick, Jackson, MT ...............$3,573.18

2016 - Logan Hofer 2015 - Chad Johnson2014 - Hank Hollenbeck2013 - Chad Johnson 2012 - Chad Johnson 2011 - Dustin Bird 2010 - Brett Fleming 2009 - Travis Caldwell 2008 - Ryan Siemsen 2007 - Chad Johnson2006 - Ryan Siemsen

2005 - Travis Caldwell2004 - Travis Caldwell2003 - Travis Caldwell2002 - Travis Caldwell2001 - Brett Fleming2000 - Shain Sproul1999 - Brett Fleming1998 - Bill Boyce1997 - Bill Boyce1996 - Brett Fleming1995 - Jody Walker

1994 - Bill Boyce1993 - Jim Scott1992 - Laramie Boumann1991 - Chris Witcher1990 - Allen Fisher1989 - Allen Fisher1988 - Darryl Crowley1987 - Gary Woodard1986 - Darryl Crowley1985 - Jerry Small1984 - Bill E. Parker

1983 - Darryl Crowley1982 - Darryl Crowley1981 - Dean Woodard1980 - Lyle Cochran1979 - Dean Woodward1978 - Lyle Cochran1977 - Jack Witcher1976 - Jack Witcher




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Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Tie Down Roping Champions

Chad Johnson is no stranger to championships in the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. But the 2017 season was unique just the same for the Cut Bank tie-down roper. Johnson’s family now includes son Davis, who turned 2 in August, and daughter Ruby, who was born last June a few weeks prior to the Belt Rodeo. In fact, it was the Belt event that provided a successful start for the four-time Circuit champion, who in recent years skipped the event in favor of rodeos north of the border. “I’ve been to Belt a lot of times with my father,” Johnson said back on Father’s Day in June. “But this is my first time there as a father. And that sure makes it fun.” Johnson also won in Chinook and Glasgow last summer and enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $700.


TIE DOWN ROPING EVENT LEADER CHAD JOHNSON

Cut Bank, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $10,306.61



1. Shelly Anzick, Shepherd, MT .........$15,181.13

2. Rene Cloninger, Helena, MT ..........$14,836.11

3. Ashley Sudan, Whitefish, MT ........$11,825.62

4. Carmel Wright, Roy, MT ..................$9,658.56

5. Heather Crowley, Poplar, MT ...........$7,237.42

6. Mandy Bishop, Manhattan, MT .......$6,871.50

7. Tammy Carpenter, Kalispell, MT ......$5,424.54

8. Lindsay Kruse, Winston, MT ...........$5,301.04

9. Carrie Murnion, Jordan, MT ..........$5,003.10

10. Tara Stimpson, Lodge Grass, MT ..$4,555.08

11. Becky Fuson, Conrad, MT .............$4,534.03

12. Ashley Day, Volborg, MT ...............$4,183.33

2016 - Lisa Lockhart2015 - Lindsay Kruse2014 - Carmel Wright2013 - Shelley Anzick 2012 - Theresa Walter 2011 - Theresa Walter 2010 - Theresa Walter2009 - Theresa Walter 2008 - Lindsay Karp2007 - Shelly Murphy

2006 - Shelly Anzick2005 - Mercede Knudson2004 - Terri Kaye Kirkland2003 - Carolynn Vietor2002 - Marie Gee2001 - Rachael Sproul2000 - Rachael Myllymaki1999 - Shirlee Parini1998 - Rachael Myllymaki1997 - Judy Myllymaki

1996 - Rachael Myllymaki1995 - Rachael Myllymaki1994 - Charlotte Schmidt1993 - Rachael Myllymaki1992 - Rachael Myllymaki1991 - Rachael Myllymaki1990 - Charlotte Schmidt1989 - Jody Peterson1988 - Rachael Myllymaki1987 - Chris Fredrick McQueary

1986 - Terri Kaye Kirkland1985 - Patty Ann Perry1984 - Patty Ann Perry1983 - Patty Ann Perry1982 - Patty Ann Perry1981 - Lila Mae Stewart1980 - D’Ann Witcher1979 - Donna Idland1978 - D’Ann Witcher

MONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO WPRA BARREL RACING CHAMPIONS

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Shelly Anzick has been to the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals before and so has her prized mount “Scooter.” In 2013, Anzick rode Scooter, a 13-year-old dark brown gelding, to three straight go-round victories en route to year-end Circuit and MPRF average triumphs in the barrel racing. Though the horse was sidelined with an injury in 2016, both Anzick and Scooter are back in the limelight now. “It’s kind of fun when you hope he comes back and when you hop on he’s just like he was,” said Anzick, who first rode Scooter during the mid-summer Last Chance Stampede in Helena. “We were against some of the top girls in the U.S. in Helena and Missoula and Billings, and (Scooter) ran right with them. That was pretty exciting for me.” Anzick won events in Bozeman and Missoula aboard Scooter. Her Circuit season also included second-places finishes in Kalispell and Stanford. She enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of just $300 over Rene Cloninger of Helena. “It’s a game-changer now because it counts toward the NFR,” said Anzick, a 15-time MPRF qualifier who lives now in Shepherd. “With all the money you’re able to win at the Circuit Finals, it’s more exciting for folks.” Anzick, a two-time MPRC year-end winner, is a former Ram Circuit Finals national champion. She hopes to get back to Kissimmee this year. “Scooter is plenty fast enough to do it if I can get around ‘em OK,” Anzick said. “He’s darn-sure capable.

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BARREL RACING EVENT LEADER SHELLY ANZICK

Shepherd, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $15,181.13



Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Bull Riding Champions

2017 Bull Riding Finalists


1. Parker Breding, Edgar, MT ............$18,702.55

2. Guy Nordahl, Huntley, MT ...............$8,193.49

3. Hawk Whitt, Thermopolis, WY ........$7,779.35

4. Tristan O’Neal, Valier, MT ................$7,453.19

5. Gerald Eash, Trego, MT ...................$6,276.39

6. Beau Nordahl, Bozeman, MT ...........$4,255.84

7. Devon Mitchell, Shepherd, MT ........$3,579.32

8. Luke Gee, Stanford, MT ..................$2,890.59

9. Clay Applegate, Deer Lodge, MT ...$2,672.32

10. Josh Davison, Mile City, MT ..........$2,582.05

11. Connor Murnion, Jordan, MT ........$2,311.95

12. Tucker Zingg, Glendive, MT ..............$723.20

2016 - Luke Gee2015 - Parker Breding2014 - Luke Gee2013 - Parker Breding 2012 - Beau Hill 2011 - Nevada Newman 2010 - Beau Hill2009 - Cody Buller2008 - Cody Buller2007 - Tyler Johnson2006 - Steven Lambert

2005 - Beau Hill2004 - Beau Hill2003 - Beau Hill2002 - Rick Wock2001 - Sterling Lamb2000 - Jim Leatherberry1999 - Justin Mack1998 - Justin Blankenship1997 - Dan Porter1996 - Don Nahrgang1995 - Shannon Wortman

1994 - Marty Penrod1993 - Scott Breding1992 - Dan Plummer1991 - Dan Mortensen1990 - Sterling Lamb1989 - Scott Breding1988 - Scott Breding1987 - Kevin Nordahl1986 - Dave Urick1985 - Dave Urick1984 - Kevin Nordahl

1983 - Dale Bird1982 - Brian Cooley1981 - David Urick1980 - Dave Wagner1979 - Dave Wagner1978 - Dave Wagner1977 - Dave Wagner1976 - Dave Wagner




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Parker Breding began the 2017 season with hopes of qualifying for another National Finals Rodeo.

But the first half of his season didn’t go well. “So I started sticking around Montana and was having way more fun anyhow,” said the Edgar bull rider. “It’s always important for me to make it to the Circuit Finals. That’s one of those I don’t want to miss, because it’s fun inside and outside of the arena.” Breding, who has two Circuit championships to his credit, leads this year’s standings by about $8,000. His victories included rodeos at Great Falls, Shelby, Bozeman and Chinook. He also placed second in Belt and Dillon. A berth in the Ram Circuit Finals, where MPRF year-end and average champions are bound, is always the goal for Breding. He’s been there five times and has twice won national championships. The 25-year-old former Joliet high school basketball star is the son of Scott Breding, a three-time Montana Circuit champion bull rider who qualified five times for the NFR.

BULL RIDING EVENT LEADER PARKER BREDING

Edgar, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $18,702.55



2017 All Around Finalists

1. Hank Hollenbeck, Molt, MT ...........$20,006.09

2. Kory Mytty, Lolo, MT ......................$8,982.62

3. Josh Davison, Miles City, MT ..........$8,847.36

4. Nolan Conway, Cut Bank, MT ..........$8,830.48

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5. Sam Levine, Wolf Creek, MT ...........$8,673.87

6. Haven Meged, Miles City, MT ..........$8,446.94

7. Max Kuttler, Dillon, MT....................$8,190.41

8. Bode Scott, Custer, MT ...................$7,552.15

9. Jesse Kruse, Great Falls, MT.......... $7,161.51

10. Trevin Baumann, Hardin, MT .........$5,893.14

11. Jason Schaffer, Broadus, MT ........$5,592.10

12. Ben Ayre, Glendive, MT .................$5,581.25

2016 - Dustin Bird2015 - Hank Hollenbeck2014 - Hank Hollenbeck2013 - Dustin Bird 2012 - Miles Kobald 2011 - Dustin Bird 2010 - J.R. Vezain2009 - Beau Franzen2008 - Bryant Mikkelson2007 - Marty Becker2006 - Ryan Siemsen

2005 - Derick Fleming2004 - Ryan Siemsen2003 - Dustin Bird2002 - Shain Sproul2001 - Rob Kountz2000 - Shain Sproul1999 - Brett Fleming1998 - Bill Boyce1997 - Tim Garrison1996 - Rob Kountz1995 - Rod Lyman

1994 - Spike Guardipee1993 - Robert Schall Jr.1992 - Laramie Baumann1991 - Dan Mortensen1990 - Dan Mortensen1989 - Dan Cross1988 - Spike Guardipee1987 - Kevin Nordahl1986 - Kevin Nordahl1985 - Jerry Small1984 - Kevin Nordahl

1983 - Spike Guardipee1982 - Larry Peabody1981 - Chuck Simonson1980 - Chuck Simonson1979 - Jerry Small1978 - Cliff Glade1977 - Gary Murphy1976 - Rob Erickson

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Hank Hollenbeck enjoyed a memorable 2017 summer. And not just because the veteran cowboy is once again in position to claim year-end all-around honors in the Montana Circuit. Hollenbeck, a two-time Circuit all-around champ from Molt, welcomed a baby boy, Rhett, to the family last summer. “It’s pretty exciting,” Hollenbeck said. “He’s real energetic, so it makes it easy to leave and also makes it real fun to come back home.” The talented Hollenbeck competes in steer wrestling, team roping and tie-down roping.

“The all-around just kind of happens,” he said. “You just try to do the best you can in each individual event and see where you are at the end.” Hollenbeck won the tie-down roping in Stanford and placed second in the event in Cascade. At Chinook, he won all-around honors by placing in all three of his events. In addition to his two year-end all-around Circuit titles, he’s won three MPRF all-around championships. He’s also won a year-end Circuit championship in tie-down roping. Hollenbeck enters the Circuit Finals with a lead of about $11,000 in the race for another year-end all-around championship.

ALL-AROUND LEADER HANK HOLLENBECK

Molt, MT - Total Circuit Winnings: $20,006.09



Miss Rodeo Montana Pageant (public welcome) Horsemanship: Thursday 12-2pm • Four Seasons ArenaSpeech Competition: Friday 1:00pm • University of Providence TheatreKiddee Rodeo: Saturday 9:30am • Four Seasons Arena Style Show: Saturday Noon-1:30pm • Heritage Inn PlusCoronation: Saturday 3:30-4:30pm • Heritage Inn Plus

2017 MISS RODEO MONTANA QUEENS

Miss Teen Rodeo Montana Pageant Contestants

Dakoda HankinsonStevensville, MT

Sarai McCollaumMiss Rodeo Montana 2017

Darby, MT

Haelee EssebaggersMiss Teen Rodeo

Montana 2017Sun River, MT

2018 Miss Rodeo Montana Pageant Contestants

Briann GrimshawManhatten, MT

Cassidy Shay O’NeilLivingston, MT

Kaitlin KolkaColstrip, MT

Keely DrummondBelt, MT

The Miss Rodeo Montana Pageant is entering its seventh decade, having begun during the 1950s. Miss Rodeo Montana serves as Montana’s “First Lady of Rodeo”. She attends Montana’s professional rodeos, appears in parades and at many community events throughout the state, gives speeches to clubs and organizations, numerous radio and television interviews, and coordinates kiddie rodeos. She will also travel to some of the larger rodeos in the U.S. and Canada, representing Montana and promoting our own rodeos.

Becoming Miss Rodeo Montana takes a young lady with high moral and ethical character, an accomplished speaker and public relations specialist. She must understand rodeo in its entirety and be able to explain it in detail to anyone she meets, always portraying good sportsmanship and careful, humane

treatment of animals. The experiences she’ll have and the contacts she’ll make through the year will provide numerous opportunities for her future.

At the end of her year of reign, Miss Rodeo Montana travels to Las Vegas, Nevada, to compete for the title of Miss Rodeo America during a rigorous week-long competition against other state title-holders. For more information visit www.missrodeomontana.com



2018 HIGH SCHOOL ROUGHSTOCK CHALLENGE

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Four years ago, the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit and the Montana High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA) have joined together to organize the first ever High School Rough Stock Challenge at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. The brainchild of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Board, the Montana High School Rough Stock Challenge was the first event of its kind at any PRCA rodeo in the nation which engages youth and encourages them to participate in the sport of pro rodeo. The program exposes youth to a larger audience and helps them get a start in rodeo. Jim Croff president of the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Board stated, “This is a Montana Pro Rodeo program to help increase youth involvement in the sport of rodeo and we are excited to have been the first Professional Rodeo Circuit to come up with such a program involving youth.” The top high school contestants in the bareback and saddle bronc riding will compete throughout the 3 days of the MPRF. Two bareback riders and four saddle bronc riders will compete for each of the first two nights of the rodeo and the top three in each event will come back to compete on Sunday during the final round. The goal of the rough stock challenge event is to give youth that are interested in rough stock rodeo events, an opportunity to get out there and ride with the pros.

The rough stock for the event has been chosen to fit the competitors and they will also get to spend one-on-one time with the pro judges. Lane Yeager, MHSRA President emphasizes the importance of providing young people in rodeo with opportunities that will help them succeed. This event intends to provide this year’s contestants with new opportunities as well as raise interest in those who may want to be bareback or saddle bronc riders in the future. The Montana High School Rough Stock Challenge provides a new way to provide these opportunities for Montana’s rodeo youth. The Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Board piloted the idea and hopes to get young bareback and saddle bronc riders in front of a broader audience as well as encourage those who may be the future of pro rodeo to become involved. The rough stock challenge helps complete the big circle that keeps pro rodeo alive as the older generation hands down opportunities to young competitors and help secure the future of PRCA rodeo.

The Montana High School Rough Stock Challenge was made possible through a youth educational and outreach grant from the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit and it’s Board of Directors to engage youth of Montana in the sport of rodeo.

The high school competitors will each receive trophy vests complements of Courtney Higgins of Rodeo Rigs, LLC, Justin gear bags complements of Hoglunds Western Wear of Great Falls, contestant back patches donated by Dean & Barb Clark. The top riders in saddle bronc and bareback events will each receive a trophy buckle awarded by the Cascade PRCA Rodeo Committee who host the annual Cascade PRCA Pro Rodeo the first part of August.

1. Bo Vocu, Ashland, MT - Friday 2. Cole Patterson, Bozeman, MT - Friday3. Tate Harmon, Powderville, MT - Friday4. Dauson Fruit, Broadus, MT - Friday

5. Brand Morgan, McAllister, MT - Saturday6. Calab Meeks, Geraldine, MT - Saturday 7. Grant Finkbeiner, Grass Range, MT - Saturday8. Garrett Cunningham, Broadus, MT - Saturday

1. Bo Vocu, Ashland, MT - Friday 2. Brice Patterson, Bozeman, MT - Friday 3. Sebastian Hotalen, Belgrade, MT - Saturday4. Ethan Frasier, Ashland, MT - Saturday

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DUANE KESLER Kesler Rodeo & Kesler Championship Rodeo & Kesler Rodeo - Helena, MT & Magrath, Alberta

Kesler Rodeo and Kelser Championship Rodeo is based in Magrath, Alberta and Helena, Montana. Each year the resume of outstanding Kesler stock continues to grow more impressive. With their superior bucking stock breeding program, this trend will remain strong for years to come, bringing rodeo fans the excitement they’ve come to expect from Kesler Rodeo. A third generation stock contractor, Duane Kesler inherited his love of rodeo from his dad, Greg. Lifetime of growing up with rodeo has given Duane a unique and rewarding lifestyle.

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ROY WHITFORD New West Rodeo Productions – Browning, MTLocated in Browning, Montana, along the beautiful Rocky Mountains front, lies the home of New West Rodeo Productions. The family owned and operated company boast generations of business and rodeo knowledge. New West takes great pride in the care of their animal athletes. They strive to produce an outstanding rodeo production for the contestants, committees and fans. They look forward to working with all of the great people of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit and are pleased to continue the western way of life.

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SPARKY DREESENJ-J Rodeo Company - Circle, MTTwenty Eight years ago Sparky Dreesen had a dream and bought 30 head of bucking horses. At that time it was not his greatest need in life, but look where those bucking horses have gotten him today. Sparky had a dream and was not giving up on it. Dreesen and his J Bar J Rodeo Company of Circle was honored in 2010 and 2014 with the PRCA’s Remuda Award during the National Finals Rodeo in December. The award is given to the stock contractor who provides the best, most consistent pen of bucking horses, creating the best opportunities to score well. Sparky is a South Dakota native and competed as a bareback rider and was the 1992 Badlands Circuit Bareback Riding Champion before he took advantage of an opportunity and pursued a vision to be a stock contactor.

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DAVE WIEFERICH Brookman Rodeo Company - Sidney, MT

The Brookman Rodeo Company, which was started in the 1930s by PRCA Hall-of-Famer Marvin Brookman, exemplifies the commit-ment of all the Montana stock contractors. Brookman Rodeo Company, now operated by Marvin‘s grand-daughter, Cathy Wieferich, and her husband, Dave Wieferich, retains PRCA card number 252. Rodeo fans for more than 80 years have associated 252 with great bucking stock, a tradition that continues thanks to the Wolf Point-based Brookman Rodeo Company. Dave and Cathy reside in Sidney with their three children; LaTasha, Tesa and Tate and continue on with the family rodeo business to keep Marvin’s bloodlines alive and

by providing and supplying stock for rodeos all over the United States.

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IKE SANKEY Sankey Rodeo - Billings, MT

Sankey Rodeo Company is family owned. Ike, Sankey’s great company, Sankey Rodeo, has been a staple of Circuit Finals Rodeos for many, many years. The business is based in Joliet. Sankey Rodeo Company was started in 1978 in Rosehill, Kansas, by Ike and his father, Bud. Sankey Rodeo Company has grown into one of the most prominent stock contracting firms in the PRCA. Sankey Rodeo Company special-izes in professional Rodeo Production, producing rodeos with “color, class, and entertainment” that appeal to all walks of life. Rodeo is exhilarating, educational, and a window into the cowboy life that won the west. Sankey Rodeo Company strives to preserve that heritage with style and excitement. They believe the beauty in life comes from the quality you put in and the humor you find there. They stand for God and America. They embrace the honor of carrying on life in the West with dignity, hard work and an appreciation for nature. Join them for the ride.



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2017 Montana PRCA Rodeo Circuit Finals Stock*

BROOKMAN RODEO COMPANY764 Chicken Dance26 Sinister Grin0- Hot Potato+3 Little ChubbyX51 Alcatraz21 Jumpstreet (alternate)391 Damn It’s Good (alternate)

KESLER RODEO AND KESLER CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO596 Grand Slam06 Everyday Hustler014 Gangster Code190 Blindspot112 Poker Chip194 Flight Plan201 Rock This Way044 Excessive Forces238 Smoking Deal192 Magic Show277 Goosebumps

J-J RODEO COMPANY19 Little Big Man

NEW WEST PRO RODEOw28 Long Haired Outlaww56 Whiskey Bentw57 Blackberry Smokew46 Lone Wolfw43 War Cryw25 Devil in Disguisew17 Buffalo Jumpw53 Can’t Get RightT71 Roosters EggW52 Range Boss (alternate)

BAREBACK HORSES SADDLE BRONC HORSES BULLS

LIVESTOCK AND AWARDS

BROOKMAN-HYLAND RODEO COMPANY13 Hard LuckE6 Joe DirtB30 Smiling Bob732 Knightmare015 Cheap Thrills014 Risky Business017 Continental Drift74 Flirtacious (alternate)

KESLER RODEO ANDKESLER CHAMPIONSHIPRODEO552 Double Dippin885 Candy Smile664 Western Star731 Garden Party296 Blue Wings063 Cool Boots657 Up Ur Alley263 Starburst568 Imperial Beach778 Copper Cat502 Miles Away841 Street Dance145 Cool Stars945 Alley Trail (alternate)

SANKEY RODEO COMPANY244 Pickup Sticks238 Great Nation835 Payday719 Bad Moon380 Thunder Monkey108 Black Tie235 Runnin Moon060 Sozo010 State Line (alternate)

J-J RODEO COMPANYJO2+ Blessed Assurance806+ Tipped Off152 Jumping Lizard174 Dirty Rags270 Painted BrushL20 Beyond Bugs6L4 Smack Daddy107 Colorado BulldogF43 All PinkJ07 Shady Lounge9-1 Dilly BarJ15 Straight JacketF02 Hell on Hooves5912 Pass the Hat

BROOKMAN RODEO COMPANYR4 Kid Rock24 Smokey Lonesome622 Kicking Wing70 Rumor Has It82 Drinking Again8901 Silver Lining9810 Fool Hearted9813 VooDoo9814 Wild RapidsB14 Cool Whip (alternate)

KESLER RODEO AND KESLER CHAMPIONSHIP RODEO534 Break Away023 Artificial Colors462 Next 2 U531 Gone Country733 Flash Dance236 Dark Shadows662 Country Trail594 Navajo Sun714 Desert Wind052 Willowbrook828 Nickles N Dimes231 Sunset Strip (alternate)

SANKEY RODEO COMPANY057 Marquee934 Out West825 Lunatic953 Black Box119 Bury Me Not282 Showbiz721 Tuca’s War Song607 Robin Hood376 Pack Train637 Tango595 Sweet 16 (alternate)933 Hullabaloo (alternate)

J-J RODEO COMPANY8T1 Two Lounges315 Moon Hawk358 Red Robin175 Special TimesJ42 Bug Lock455 Sweatin Bullets7957 Julia755 Bullet Proof145 Faded Charm762 Just Bugs (alternate)

NEW WEST PRO RODEO44 Right Spur810 Black Sun5210 Cant Get Right303 Pikumi Cougar (alternate)

2017 BAREBACKHORSE OF THE YEAR

152 Jumping Lizard J Bar J Rodeo Company

2017 SADDLE BRONCHORSE OF THE YEAR

44 Right SpurNew West Pro Rodeo

2017 BULL RIDINGBULL OF THE YEAR

19 Little Big ManJ Bar J Rodeo Company



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WILL RASMUSSENProfessional Announcer - Choteau, Montana

For 21 years Will Rasmussen of Choteau has been a constant at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals announcing all the excitement. One of the top professional announcers in the land with a burgeoning resume that includes ever-expanding duties at some of the top PRCA events, including the National Finals Rodeo, Will remains dedicated to the Circuit Finals.

“I love it,” he said. “I work harder preparing for this than I did years ago when I got picked for the first one. I just want to be better all the time. I feel more pressure to do better because I’m close to home and these are educated rodeo fans.” Will has made an impact on the national stage, but the Treasure State native with the easy laugh and smooth voice is most at home when in the announcer’s booth at Pacific Steel and Recycling Four Seasons Arena. Needless to say, the Circuit Finals means a lot to him. “Oh my gosh, it means everything,” Will said. “It means so much to be home in front of a lot of people that I know, announcing for them and making Montana’s premier rodeo as good as it can be. It means more every time I get chosen to do it.”

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ANDY BOLICH Pickup Man - Bozeman, MT Andy Bolich has become a mainstay at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. For his 8th year in a row, Andy has been selected by the Cowboys he picks up all year, as a pickup man at the Montana Circuit Finals. Bolich started his career at the Montana Circuit Finals as a contestant in the Bareback Riding, winning the championship three times, until injury forced him to retire from bareback riding. Andy started picking up at circuit rodeos during the season after his wreck and was nominated to pick up at the Montana Circuit Finals the following January. Originally from Washington, Bolich attended Montana State University on a rodeo scholarship and is now the rodeo coach there. Andy looks forward to the atmosphere and good bucking horses at the Montana Circuit Finals. During the summer Andy and his wife, Tracey make going to the rodeos a family affair with their three sons, Blaise, Brooks, and Bentz. Each rodeo is like a family camping trip for the boys.

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K.C. VERHELST Pickup Man - Pryor, MTK. C. Verhelst grew up not to far from where he lives and works currently, Lodge Grass, MT. K.C. has always been around the rodeo set up competing at High School and Professional rodeos. During High School he roped calves, steer wrestled and team roped. His favorite event was the tie down roping. Before starting his PRCA career as a pickup man, he would help out picking up at open rodeos and Ranch Rodeo Bronc ridings. Five years ago he decided to take it to the next level and buy his card to be a PRCA Pickup man. He mainly picks up for Brookman Rodeo and Sankey Rodeo, staying in Montana. K.C and his wife Sarah (Scott) Verhelst along with their three children, Paisley (8), Quill (6) and Hawkins (3) live and work on the “S” Ranch at Pryor, Montana. The one thing K.C. Verhelst is most proud of is that all of his pickup horses were born and raised on the “S” Ranch (Scott Ranch). Keeping with the foundation bloodlines of Doc O Dynamite, Paddys Irish Whiskey and Peptoboonsmal.



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BERVA DAWN KESLER Timer - Helena, MT

Berva Dawn Kesler is no newcomer to the business of rodeo and has spent most of her life traveling between the US and Canada working as a timer and secretary for the Kesler Rodeo Company. When she’s not traveling from rodeo to rodeo, Berva Dawn works in the nursing field. Her son, Kurtis also travels and does all of the sound and music at many of the rodeos. “It’s a family business and we all work together to get the job done.“ Berva Dawn has timed at the Montana Circuit Finals many times and is looking forward to doing it again this year!

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JUDY KESLER Secretary - Helena, MT

Judy Kesler will be handling the secretarial duties for the Montana PRCA Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. Judy has been behind the scenes at several rodeos in the U.S. and Canada, either as secretary or timer for the family owned businesses of Kesler Rodeo Company and Kesler Championship Rodeo. Judy stated that the business is a family affair and you do whatever it takes to make the business run, such as being the secretary, a timer or maybe both at the rodeos. “You do it for the family,

with no big hoopla.”

JOYCE KESLER Timer - ARIZONA

Born and raised on a ranch east of Belt, MT, Joyce Kesler still calls Montana home. She is a Gliko from Belt and stated that she has lots of relatives in Montana. She and her husband, Gordy, who is a PRCA judge, live in Arizona, but travel to Montana for the summers. While Gordy is down in the arena judging the rodeos you can find Joyce up in the Announcer Booth timing the rodeo. Joyce hated to say how many years she has been timing, just said, “lots and lots.” Joyce feels that the whole State of Montana is her home and hopes to maybe move back at some time. She enjoys golfing, reading and being in the sun. She says, “I was country before country was not cool.”



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J.D. HARRELLBullfighter - Roy, MTJ.D. Harrell started his bullfighter career while competing in High School Rodeos. At many of the high school rodeos they would need a bullfighter, so J.D. would compete on his bull and then protect the other competitors. He stepped out and bought his PRCA card three years ago and after working for several Stock Contractors, such as Brookman Rodeo, Sankey Rodeo and Gunderson, he was selected by the bull riders as one of the bullfighters to protect them at this year’s Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. This will be his first finals and feels honored he was selected. He stated that he learned how to fight bulls by a lot of “Hard Knocks.” Apparently, Al Sandvold, past Circuit Finals Bullfighter and this year’s other Bullfighter, Kaleb Barrett, saw something special in J.D. and started working with him. J.D. Harrell grew up in Roy, MT and still remains there running his welding business and driving truck. His family includes his dad and mom, Dave and Laurie, and two brothers, Jordan and Justin.

JJ HARRISONClown/Barrelman

JJ Harrison is doing what he has dreamed of since he was a little boy…entertaining people by being himself. JJ has been around rodeo as a competitor, committee person, contract act and fan. He gives the audience something to watch at every break in the rodeo action. His “walk and talk” antics in conjunction with his dancing, continue to excite fans. JJ has made fast work of a clowning career. With the help of fat suits and dancing, he entertains with high energy family fun that can entertain across the whole age spectrum. As a former teacher he knows the balance of physical humor and acts to keep even the avid rodeo fan entertained. His favorite quote is: “It’s not an act, it really is just who I am. I really am that goofy.”

This entertainer is sure to be a welcome site to any rodeo!

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RODEO PERSONNEL

KALEB BARRET BullfighterRodeo has always been a major part of Kaleb’s life. He started fighting bulls when he was 19 and has been blessed to be a professional. “It is full-filling to be there for my fellow cowboys when they are in a time of need.” He strives to learn from every bull, provide ultimate protection for the bull riders and promotes rodeo every chance he gets.

For the ninth year in a row, the bull riders in the Montana Circuit have selected Kaleb Barrett to be one of the bullfighters protecting them at the Montana Circuit Finals. He looks forward to the Montana Circuit Finals each year and the electric atmosphere that the Four Seasons is filled with during every sold out performance. When he is not in the arena fighting bulls, Kaleb is a Registered Nurse at St. Pat’s Hospital in Missoula. He and his wife, Shawna are expecting their own “bull calf” in May. He jokes about that comment as the ranch people he talks to understand it, but others don’t really see the humor. He thanks God for every day he gets to go down the road to another rodeo.

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SCOREEVENT NAME TIME YEAR STOCKBAREBACK RIDING .....................Deb Greenough, Red Lodge ..............................90................2000..........................Copenhagen Sports NewsSADDLE BRONC RIDING ............Jess Martin, Dillon ............................................88................2001..........................171 Firecracker Jake Costello, Newell, SD ..................................88................2004..........................S937 Dominoe TheoryBULL RIDING ..............................Beau Hill, West Glacier ......................................93................2002..........................K666 Shiver & ShakeSTEER WRESTLING ....................Brad Gleason, Ennis ......................................... 3.3 ...............1994 Jerry Small, Ashland ........................................ 3.3 ...............1985TEAM ROPING ............................Matt Robertson, Header, Augusta .................... 4.3 ...............2008 John Robertson, Heeler, Polson ....................... 4.3 ...............2008WPRA BARREL RACING .............Lisa Scheffer .................................................. 12.43 .............1998TIE-DOWN ROPING ....................Brett Fleming, Broadus .................................... 7.9 ...............2003

ANNOUNCERSWill Rasmussen, Choteau, MT .................1995-2004, 2007-2017Randy Schmutz, Stephenville, TX ...............................2005-2006John Shipley Steamboat Springs, CO .............................1996-97Boyd Polhamus, Spicewood, TX .......................................... 1993Dan Tryan, Billings, MT ...............................................1992-1994Don Harrington, Butte, MT ..........................................1979-1995Jay Harwood, Sacramento, CA ....................................1987-1991Bill Holt, Lolo, MT .......................................................1982-1986BULLFIGHTERSKaleb Barrett, Missoula, MT ........................................2008-2017J.D. Harrell, Roy, MT ............................................................ 2017Daryl Thiessen, Elm City, Manitoba ...................................... 2016Al Sandvold, Belgrade ....................2004, 2006-2010, 2012-2015Mike Anderson .......................................2000-2004, 2011, 2013Mike Thompson, West Richland, WA ................................... 2007Cory Brook, Evansville, WY .........................................2005-2006T.J. Baird, Halkirk, Alberta ............................ 2002-2003 & 2005Loyd Ketchum, Miles City, MT .........................1988-97, 1999-01Justin Hawks, Billings, MT ..........................................1996-1998Kelly Jennings, Dietrich, ID .............................................1998-99Ronny Sparks, Texarkana, TX .............................................. 1994Ray Quinn, Rapid City, SD .................................................... 1993John Novotny, Helena, MT ........................1983-1987 & 1991-92Doug Dahl, Baker, MT .................................................1980-1982Jack Stensland, Wolf Point, MT ........................................... 1979PICKUP MENAndy Bolich, Bozeman, MT ......................2009-2010, 2012-2017K.C. Verhelst, Pryor, MT ....................................................... 2017Shane Moran, Ulm, MT ........................................................ 2016Dalton Ward, La Grange, WY ............................................... 2014Duane Kesler, Magrath, AB.............................1997 & 2001, 2013Jay Shaw, Miles City, MT ........................2007, 2009-2012, 2015James Brown, Richfield, ID .................................................. 2007Gary Rempel, Fort Shaw, MT ................................2000-05, 2007Clint Humble, Belgrade ........................................................ 2004Bill Blankenship, Glendive, MT 91 & 99-2000 & 02-03 & 05-06

Each of these outstanding equine athletes will be awarded a trophy headstall sponsored by: BNH Horses, Buster & Helen Brown, Whitlash, MT, (406) 432-5100

Steer Wrestling Horse of the Year “Chilly”

Owned by Jabe AndersonRidden by Trevin Baumann

Barrel Racing Horse of the YearCm Dynamite Miss Tiv “Dixie”Owned & Ridden by Rene Cloninger

Hazing Horse of the Year“Major”

Owned & Ridden by Tanner Milan

Tie Down Roping Horse of the YearTar San Badger “Rio”Owned by Billingsley Family

Ridden by J. Billingsley

Team Roping Heeling Horse of the Year“Petty”

Owned & Ridden by John Robertson

Team Roping Heading Horse of the YearCTL Chickadoo “T”

Owned & Ridden by Cody Tew

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Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit - 2017 Timed Event Horses of the Year

PICKUP MEN, CONT’DKenny Carpenter, Kalispell, MT..........................1994-1999, 2011Jay Hahnkamp, Melrose, MT ................................................ 1998Randy Hoffman, Spanish Fork, UT ..................................1995-96Keith Norby, Fairview, MT .................................1984, 1987-1993Doug Wall, Miles City, MT .......................1985, 1990, 1992-1994Denny Dryer, Ovando, MT ...........................................1985-1986Bob Kunesh, Hamilton, MT .........................................1979-1984Lynn Taylor, Shepherd, MT..........................................1979-1983CLOWN/BARRELMENJJ Harrison, Lowden, WA............................................ 2011,2017David Whitmoyer, Corvallis, MT ........................................... 2015Brian Potter, Newville, AL ..................................................... 2014Dennis Halstead, Calgary, Alberta ...........2006-2007, 2013, 2016Kevin Higley, Hooper, UT ...................................................... 2012Timber Tuckness, Meeteetse .......................................2009-2010Scott Cameron, Golden, CO ................................................. 2005Ash Cooper, SK, Canada....................................................... 2004Lecile Harris ......................................................................... 2003Flint Rasmussen, Choteau, MT ...................... 1995-1999 & 2002Mike Swingler, Austin, TX .................................................... 2001Donnie Landis, Susanville, CA ..................................1994 & 2000Barry Johnson, North Platte, NE .......................................... 1993Butch Lehmkuhler, No Platte, NE .............................1990 & 1992Jess Franks, Farmington, NM ............................ 1983-85 & 1991Doug Dahl, Baker, MT .......................................................... 1989Kelly Lacoste, Med. Hat, Alta. ......................................1986-1988Mike Spencer, Kersey, CO .................................................... 1982Duane Mahlum, Wolf Point, MT ..................................1979-1981SECRETARIESJudy Kesler, Helena, MT ..............................................2012-2017Deb Davis, Nine Mile Falls, WA ............................................ 2011Cathy Wieferich, Sidney, MT .......................................1990-2010 Rowena Nelson, (Assist.), Kenmare, NE .............. 1998 and 2000Liz Kesler, Missoula, MT ...............1979, 1980, 1982, 1985-1996Jackie Rochlitz, Glendive, MT .......................... 1981, 1983, 1984

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World Gold Buckle Champions from Montana Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Inductees from Montana1. Jack Kerschner, Miles City - 1936 SW2. Bill Linderman, Red Lodge - 1943 BB, 1945 BB, 1950

AA, SW, SB triple crown winner with 3 titles in one year, 1953 AA

3. Bud Linderman, Red Lodge - 1945 BB4. Shawn Davis, Whitehall - 1956 SB, 1967 SB, 1968 SB5. Benny Reynolds, Melrose - 1961 AA6. Ronnie Rossen, Broadus - 1961 BR,1966 BR

7. JC Bonine, Hysham - 977 SB8. Larry Peaboody, Three Forks - 1984 BB9. Bud Munroe, Billings - 1986 SB10. Deb Greenough, Red Lodge - 1993 BB11. Dan Mortensen, Manhattan - 1993-1994-1995 SB,

1997 AA & SB, 1998 SB, 2004 SB12. Clay Tryan, Billings - 2005, 2013 & 2014 TR [hdr]13. Jesse Kruse, Great Falls - 2009 SB14. Zeke Thurston, Big Valley AB - 2016 SB

1. Bill Linderman, Red Lodge - 19792. Shawn Davis, Whitehall - 19793. Reg Kesler, Helena - 19924. Benny Reynolds, Melrose - 19935. Sonny Linger, Miles City - 1998

6. Marvin Brookman - 20057. Ronnie Rossen, Broadus - 20078. Bud Munroe, Billings - 20079. Dan Mortensen, Manhattan - 2009

Vezain, the Wyoming native who lives now in Melstone, wound up fourth in the world standings after finishing third in the NFR average. He placed in six go-rounds, including the final three. Vezain also shared first place in the sixth go. Vezain, 25, has already made five trips to the NFR. The former high school wrestling state champion has become one of the best bareback riders in the world and is a former year-end champion in both the bareback and the all-around at the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals. Vezain, known among rodeo fans for his long red locks

and fiery riding style, and his wife Shelby (Newman) have now moved to Melstone and are living on the family ranch. “It’s the original ranch house that was on the place,” Vezain said. “We fixed it up. I think we’re the ninth or 10th ones (in the Newman family line) that have lived there. “I’ve been super blessed this year,” Vezain said prior to the NFR. “Drew really good and riding really good. My health is 100 percent and hopefully I can rock and roll and bring home some hardware.” He said his family – and his faith – provide big boosts. “When you put your faith in God you don’t have to worry about yourself too much,” Vezain said. “I’ve been staying focused and getting ready for is. Hopefully everything works out.”

Erickson, the former Montana State cowboy who made his fourth straight NFR appearance, placed in five go-rounds and finished second in the world standings with 2017 earnings of more than $263,000. “I want to express how fun it was everyday to be in the race for that prestigious buckle,” Erickson said to his fans in a Facebook message. “I enjoyed this year’s finals more than I had ever before. As always, I am blessed with the most loving family, friends and fans. You all push me, help me and make it an exciting journey I’ll never forget.” Erickson has won four Montana Circuit year-end championships in the bulldogging and has claimed the MPRF average title three times.

Tanner Milan, also making his first NFR appearance, won two go-rounds in Las Vegas. He finished eighth in the final world standings, two behind Guenthner.

Guenthner, 26, his first NFR experience was memorable. “It was pretty cool to win a go-round (the ninth round) at your first NFR,” he said. “It makes you really want to go hard again, that’s for sure, and get back to that place. It’s

quite a place to run a steer. It’s amazing. When you make a run there you remember how loud it gets.

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Bird is regarded as among the top team ropers in Treasure State history. The 37-year-old former Cut Bank High star athlete made his fifth NFR trip last month and earned a go-round triumph for the sixth time in his brilliant roping career. Bird, who is approaching the $1 million mark in career PRCA earnings, has had abundant success in the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. He has won three year-end Circuit all-around titles and is a two-time year-end winner in team roping. In addition, Bird once won a MPRF average title while competing with his Uncle Sam Bird, who is also regarded as one of the top ropers in Montana history. Bird recently became engaged to be married to his longtime girlfriend, Alicia. Their son, Stockton Daniel Bird, turned a year old in October. So life is different. “Yes, it’s changed. And it’s all for the better,” Bird said. “This little guy makes every day go a lot better.” Bird has plenty of horsepower. It’s expected he’ll be riding “Yahtzee,” a big grey with a super track record, at the Circuit Finals.



Athletes at the Montana Circuit Finals receive the same medical attention and care as given to the cowboys and cowgirls by the Justin Sports Medicine team at the NFR. The Montana Circuit Finals is once again honored to have the sports medicine team headed by Dr. Keith Peterson, D.O. founder of the Seattle Sports Medicine Clinic. Dr. Peterson began treating athletes at the Montana Circuit Finals 36 years ago.

Peterson was asked by rodeo announcer, Bill Holt, to provide medical treat-ment to athletes at the Montana Circuit Finals. He enlisted the help of Rick Griffin, ATC, Athletic Trainer for the Seattle Mariners. This year’s team, who will treat the athletes as needed throughout the weekend, include Dr. Dale Schaefer, M.D.; Rick Foster,MS,ATC, Justin Sports Medicine; David Caldwell, M.P.T , C and C physical therapy, Gt. Falls; Karen Miller, R.N.; Rusty Sul-livan, A.T.C.; Seattle Sports Medicine; Ken Roll, A.T.C., P.T. Seattle; Maria Gonzales, L.M.P.; Jay Shaffer, E.M.T.P.; support staff includes, Kevin Cox,

Jeff D’Amelio, and Debbie Larsen. Cowboys and cowgirls can receive treat-ments and therapy prior to each go–round. The team also provides on-site coverage to any contestant who is injured and educates the contestants on preventing injury.

The Montana Sports Medicine Team has provided numerous treatments at the Circuit Finals since their services began in 1981. The rodeo athletes treat the team with respect and support. They will continue to return to the Montana Circuit Finals to rekindle friendships and help the athletes.

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Keith Peterson Lifetime Achievement Award

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The 2017 Keith Peterson Lifetime Achievement Award was awarded to Doug Wall. When you think of a true cowboy, Doug Wall comes to mind. He was very passionate and dedicated to the sport of rodeo. Especially to the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. Doug worked his way up the ladder of rodeo success by starting his career riding Bareback Horses at the age of 13. Doug would work on ranches and the Sale Yards to earn money to pay for his entry fees and rent. He also rode Saddle Broncs and Steer Wrestled during his career. After retiring from the competing side of rodeo he started working as a pickup man for several Pro Rodeo Stock Contractors. Doug Wall was selected as a pickup man for the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit Finals nine years and helped out with the rough stock at the National Finals Rodeo for 20 years. Jay Shaw stated in his letter of nomination, “Doug helped me in many ways to make my aspirations of becoming a PRCA pickup man come true.” Outside of the arena, Doug was always promoting the sport of Rodeo. He would sell between 120-170 Montana Pro Rodeo Cash Calendars for the circuit. The money raised from the sale of these calendars goes toward the pay-out at the circuit finals for the contestants. Doug Wall was very proud to be a part of the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit. Doug was nominated by Cathy Wieferich, Brookman Rodeo and Jay Shaw, PRCA Pickup Man.

Tyrell Smith, Tyler Friend, Tristan Hansen and Wyatt Hurst all wrote letters of nomination for Jake Hayworth. Jake has been a mentor to these 4 fellow saddle bronc riders and several others. He has taken several upcoming “roughies” under his wing, coaching them on their riding skills and also the business side of rodeo. Tyrell Smith stated that Jake showed him how to be self-sufficient when it comes to entering and planning a successful rodeo season. Tyler Friend said, “Jake always expressed the need for a college education and I am thankful for his leadership and direction concerning this part of my

life.” Tristan Hansen reiterated the previous statement by saying, “Jake’s coaching and support led to my high school, college and PRCA success.” All four of these fellow Saddle Bronc Riders stated that Jake Hayworth is the first one to call them to see how the rodeos went. A phone call might be 20 seconds to an hour or so. They will talk about what went right and discuss how to fix the things that went wrong. Jake Hayworth is one of the few old school cowboys left who is willing to put the time and effort into the high school startups and college cowboys.

RECIPIENTS2017 Jake Hayworth2016 Scott Breding2015 Al Sandvold2014 Sam Bird 2013 Shane Bessette 2012 John Gee 2011 Judy Myllymaki 2010 Dick Lyman 2009 Jeff Solomon2008 Arnie Johnson

RECIPIENTS2017 Doug Wall (Posthumously)

2016 Dr. Larry Pedegana2015 Sports Medicine “A” Team2014 Don Harrington (Posthumously) 2013 Duane Walker2012 Flint Rasmussen 2011 Dave Wagner 2010 Fred Hirschy2009 John Gee, Sr2008 Marvin Brookman and Reg Kesler (Posthumously)

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DATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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JANUARYJanuary 12, Friday – January 14, Sunday39th Annual Montana PRCA Circuit FinalsGreat Falls, MTTickets: (406) 727-1481montanaprorodeo.com

MARCHMarch 16, Friday – March 17, SaturdayRocky Mountain Challenge PRCA RodeoKalispell, MTTickets sold on sitemajesticvalleyarena.com

APRILApril 5, Thursday – April 8, SundayPRCA Ram National Circuit Finals RodeoKissimee, FLTickets sold on sitewww.rncfr.com

JUNEJune 16, Saturday – June 17, SundayLittle Belt Cowboys PRCA RodeoBelt, MTTickets sold on sitebeltrodeo.com

June 22, FridayFt. Benton Summer Celebration & PRCA RodeoFort Benton, MTTickets sold on sitefortbenton.com

June 22, Friday – June 23, SaturdayLittle Big Horn Stampede PRCA RodeoHardin, MTTickets sold on site

June 24, SundayAmerican Legion PRCA RodeoAugusta, MTTickets: (406) 562-3477

JULYJuly 2, Monday – July 4, WednesdayLivingston Roundup PRCA RodeoLivingston, MTTickets: (406) 222-3199livingstonroundup.com

July 2, Monday – July 4, WednesdayHome of Champions PRCA RodeoRed Lodge, MTTickets: (406) 446-2422redlodgerodeo.com

July 8, SundayDrummond PRCA RodeoDrummond, MTTickets: (406) 288-3479

July 12, Thursday – July 14, SaturdayWild Horse Stampede PRCA RodeoWolf Point, MTTickets: (406) 480-2400

July 12, Thursday – July 13, FridayBear Paw Roundup PRCA RodeoChinook, MTTickets: (406) 357-2227

July 20, Friday – July 21, SaturdayMarias River Stampede PRCA RodeoShelby, MTTickets: (406) 434-2692mariasfair.com

July 25, Wednesday – July 26, ThursdayCentral Montana PRCA RodeoLewistown, MTcentralmontanafair.com

July 26, Thursday – July 27, FridaySheridan Saddle Club PRCA RodeoPlentywood, MTTickets sold on siteco.sheridan.mt.us

July 26, Thursday – July 28, SaturdayLast Chance Stampede PRCA RodeoHelena, MTTickets: (406) 457-8516lastchancestampede.com

July 31, Tuesday – August 4, SaturdayBig Sky PRCA Pro Rodeo RoundupGreat Falls, MTTickets: (406) 727-1481bigskyroundup.com

AUGUSTAugust 2, Thursday – August 3, FridayRichland County Fair & PRCA RodeoSidney, MTTickets: (406) 433-2801richlandcountyfairandrodeo.com

August 3, Friday – August 4, SaturdayKooteni River PRCA RodeoLibby, MTTickets: (406) 293-4167facebook.com/prcakootenairiverrodeo

August 5, Sunday – August 6, MondayNortheast Montana Fair & PRCA RodeoGlasgow, MTTickets: (406) 263-7750northeastmontanafair.com

August 9, Thursday – August 11, SaturdayMissoula Stampede PRCA RodeoMissoula, MTTickets: (406) 258-3235missoulafairgrounds.com

August 10, Friday – August 11, SaturdayBozeman PRCA RodeoBozeman, MTTickets: (406) 930-7575bozemanstampede.com

August 10, Friday – August 11, SaturdayCascade PRCA RodeoCascade, MTTickets sold on siterodeocascade.com

August 11, SaturdayDawson County Fair & PRCA RodeoGlendive, MTTickets: (406) 377-6781dawsonfair.com

August 16, Thursday – August 17, FridayMcCone County Fair & PRCA RodeoCircle, MTTickets: (406) 939-3889

August 17, Thursday – August 19, SaturdayYellowstone River Roundup PRCA RodeoBillings, MTTickets: (406) 377-6781www.metrapark.com

August 16, Thursday – August 18, SaturdayNorthwest Montana Fair & PRCA RodeoKalispell, MTTickets: (406) 758-5810nwmfair.com

August 18, Saturday – August 19, SundayFallon County Fair & PRCA RodeoBaker, MTTickets: (406) 778-2451falloncounty.net

August 21, Tuesday – August 22, WednesdayEastern Montana Fair & PRCA RodeoMiles City, MTTickets sold on site

August 30, Thursday – September 1, SaturdaySanders County Fair & PRCA RodeoPlains, MTTickets: (406) 826-3202sanderscountyfair.com

SEPTEMBERSeptember 1, Saturday – September 2, SundayDillon Jaycee PRCA Rodeo “Montana’s Biggest Weekend” Dillon, MTTickets: (406) 683-5771dillonjaycees.com

September 2, Sunday – September 3, MondayWhite Sulphur Springs Labor Day PRCA RodeoWhite Sulphur Springs, MTTickets: (406) 547-2192

September 14, 15, 16, Friday – SundayCopper Spring Ranch PRCA Pro Rodeo Bozeman, MTTickets sold on sitecopperspringranch.com

OCTOBEROctober 18, Thursday – October 20, SaturdayNILE PRCA RodeoBillings, MTTickets: (406) 256-2495 or (800) 366-8538thenile.org

2018 SANCTIONED RODEOS IN THEMONTANA PRCA PRO RODEO CIRCUIT

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Kalispell

Libby

Plains

Drummond

Dillon

Cascade

White SulphurSprings

Red Lodge

Miles City

Hardin

Glendive

SidneyCircleBelt

Augusta

ChinookShelby

Stanford

Lewistown

Wolf Point

Plentywood

Glasgow

LivingstonBozeman

Fort Benton

Great Falls

Billings

HelenaBaker

Missoula

Kalispell

Libby

Plains

Drummond

Dillon

Cascade

White SulphurSprings

Red Lodge

Miles City

Hardin

Glendive

SidneyCircleBelt

Augusta

ChinookShelby

Stanford

Lewistown

Wolf Point

Plentywood

Glasgow

LivingstonBozeman

Fort Benton

Great Falls

Billings

HelenaBaker

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