Luke won world championships in 2004, 2008, 2011-12 and 2014, is second all-time in ProRodeo Steer Wrestling World Championships behind only Homer Pettigrew, who had six. Editor's Note: The information enclosed in this release is courtesy of the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) for media use. 1964 WPRA World Champion Bruce will be inducted into the WPRA Barrel Racing category, while Rosser will be inducted as a WPRA notable. It was one of those things, where if it happened it happened, if it didnt, I was good with it. Its an honor when youre elected on other peoples thoughts and stuff. A total of 11 will be inducted including two 431 South Cascade She won the all-around in 1960, the flag race world title in 1964 and one that might surprise everyone was her bull riding title in 1966. COWGIRL inspires the Modern Western Lifestyle. September 3, 2022. Night Jackets success inside the arena, the horse may be more known for his star-studded offspring. ProRodeo Hall of Fame & Museum of the American Cowboy, 103 Pro Rodeo Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80919, Copyright 2021 ProRodeo Hall of Fame & Museum of the American Cowboy. Chris LeDoux, 2005 . Rodeo News carries advertising and editorials as a service to the readers. In 1995, she was named the Coca-Cola WPRA Woman of the Year, in 2015 she received the Lenora Reimers Heritage Award through the WPRA and in 2019 was honored with the Tad Lucas Award from the National Cowboy Museum. Moving from J Bar J to Pickett Pro Rodeo, NFR bucking horses like Fringe Jacket, Straight Jacket, and Night Gazer are direct descendants of Night Jacket. In addition to barrel racing, she spent a great deal of time on the racetrack and became the first female licensed outrider in the State of Colorado. Cody qualified for the NFR 13 times from 2003-14, and 2016. Material in this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission. When I started my career, it wasnt anything I really even thought about. To have one like (Medicine Woman) in the Hall of Fame is special and what makes it even more special to me is that we raised her. Ardith was the one to put together a celebration party when Scamper was the first barrel horse to be inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and was once again on hand to see the first WPRA members inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 2017. Especially Mel Potter. WPRA notable Cindy Rosser, barrel racer Ardith Bruce, and famed bucking horse Medicine Woman, will be enshrined July 16 during the festivities in Colorado Springs. According to her granddaughter, Amber Bruce West, the venerated horsewoman who won the 1964 Sammy ThurmanBrackenbury2019 InducteeSammy Thurman Brackenbury to be Enshrined in ProRodeo Hall of Fame By Jolee Jordan From chasing mustangs on the deserts of Arizona and Nevada, to World Championships inside Prorodeos arenas, to roping and falling off horses in the Wanda HarperBush2017 InducteeWanda Harper Bush a True Leader By Jolee Jordan If a fiction writer had invented the character of Wanda Harper Bush the critics may have condemned the figure as unbelievable. Luke Branquinho, pictured here at the 2013 Wrangler National Finals, Round 8, is one of the 2023 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Inductees. July 16, 2022. Cotton, a legendary stock contractor who was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 1995. The cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. Tickets are available at www.prorodeohalloffame.com. I always wanted to be a cowboy. She also produced and designed openings and sponsor flags at the NFR for 10 years. If you make the Hall of Fame thats a great honor because theres a lot of people that deserve it. This exhibit will officially open May 1st and be available to visitors until September. Born December 7, 1954, to Cotton and Linda Rosser in Yuba City, California, she grew up horseback and rodeo has remained her lifes work. 1964 WPRA World Champion Ardith Bruce will be inducted into the WPRA Barrel Racing category, while Cindy Rosser will be inducted as a WPRA notable. Nomination forms are due January 31 of every calendar year. |, ProRodeo Hall of Fame announces 2019 inductees, ProRodeo Hall of Famer Leo Camarillo passes away, ProRodeo Hall of Fame reopening after 91 closure, ProRodeo Hall of Famer Barry Burk Passes Away, ProRodeo Hall of Fame Receives Donation from the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, Star-studded class inducted into ProRodeo Hall of Fame, ProRodeo Hall of Famer Bud Munroe Passes Away, An Evening with Goose Gossage Press Release, ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Announced. We have a huge work force that does work for us and so dedicated and wonderful. will join the Hall of Fame alongside her world champion horse Star Plaudit Red, who was inducted in 2017 and her sister Florence Youree, who was inducted as a notable in the 2019 Class. This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Theres only been 21 bareback riders that have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. Home - ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy Steer wrestler Luke Branquinho, a five-time PRCA World Champion, heads up a star-studded 2023 induction class for the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. That same year, Red was the AQHA Reserve World Champion Barrel Horse and in 1965 was the first GRA/WPRA barrel horse to ever be featured in color on the cover of the Quarter Horse Journal. The 2023 Ken Stemler Pioneer Award, whichrecognizes those who have provided groundbreaking, innovative ideas and forward thinking that help the development, advancement, and success of the PRCA and or the Hall of Fame and their missions is being awarded to Bryan McDonald, former bull rider and National Finals Rodeo judge. Youre enshrined with the greats from every era in a sports Hall of Fame. He also qualified for the NFR in saddle bronc riding in 1981, 1983, and 1986-87. I am honored to be put in the same category as Florence, an early member of the GRA. Rodeo All-Star Announces New Dates: October 6-7, 2023. I didnt want to be specialized. Inductees Archive - Texas Rodeo Cowboy Hall of Fame He didnt seek attention nor boast about his accomplishments. Combine Potters longevity as a competitor with his decade of success (1964-73) as a stock contractor with Rodeos Inc., and his time served on the PRCA Board of Directors and being selected the 2015 Legend of ProRodeo, and it adds up to him going into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. That means a lot because he has been gone a long time but hopefully, hes smiling up there in heaven after this because I know hes up there.. Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame announces 2022 induction class He was 93. Seriously, Harris when told Cowtown Rodeo was Hall of Fame bound. When I started my career, it wasnt anything I really even thought about. During that time, the horsehelped six different cowboys reach the pay window in Las Vegas. Horton Leach led the Girls Rodeo Association (GRA-now WPRA) as a founding member, competitor, and board member. Click on the link, and "GET IT DONE" today!! I would definitely say winning my first and second world championships were memorable and winning the second one made the first one that much sweeter to me. He was tough and never got hurt in nine years of competition. This also was a special honor for the St. Paul Rodeo. Eddy Akridge, 1979. Its a great honor to be in the presence of all those people, knowing what they have contributed and did for the sport throughout the years. I always want to try to win stock of the year but to have one nominated and going into the Hall of Fame is pretty special. She has also carried the American flag in the opening ceremonies and has trained numerous horses to jump through paper, stand in a Liberty Bell, a birthday cake, a ring of fire, and more. This means everything to me, Im really in shock, Clabaugh said. I can say for myself that this is something I never thought about. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. Chance Ames, Big Piney, Wyo., 67 3. This is a surprise to me, but I feel deserving of this recognition. The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Cervi will be honored at the 15th annual Wrangler Gold Buckle Gala on Nov. 28 at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. That same year, Red was the AQHA Reserve World Champion Barrel Horse and in 1965 was the first GRA/WPRA barrel horse to ever be featured in color on the cover of theQuarter Horse Journal. Trevor Brazile Heads Up Star-Studded 2022 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (July 16) - The stars of ProRodeo converged when the 2022 ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductees led by Trevor Brazile, the King of PRCA cowboys with 26 world championships, were inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame on July 16. ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class of 2022 Announced That is quite an honor, and it is great that the ProRodeo Hall of Fame is recognizing the women of the WPRA. It is quite an honor, its probably not the place that I feel like I should be. Branquinho, who was known for booty shake, qualified for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo 14 times 2001-04, 2006-15 and won the average three times in 2008, 2011 and 2014. Knowles made a name for himself as a TV commentator, including countless broadcasts from the NFR. Everybody has been calling me, so I hope (its set in). In 2007, he was inducted into the Rodeo Hall of Fame of the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame 2022 Outstanding Committee Woman of the Year Presented by Montana SilversmithsWPRA 75th Exhibit Set To Open at ProRodeo Hall of Fame on May 1 By Ann Bleiker COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado The Womens Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) and the ProRodeo Hall of Fame 431 South Cascade Colorado Springs, CO 80903(719) 447-4627 (719) 447-4631 (fax)Privacy Policy Contact US431 South Cascade Colorado Springs, CO 80903 DIRECTIONS(719) 447-4627|(719) 447-4631 (fax)Privacy Josie Conner2022 Resistol Rookie of the Year Buckle By Josie Conner WPRA photo by Weasel Loader - Dan Levosky To tell you the truth I never thought I would have the opportunity to win a Resistol Rookie of the Year buckle ever. That same year, Red was the AQHA Reserve World Champion Barrel Horse and in 1965 was the first GRA/WPRA barrel horse to ever be featured in color on the cover of the Quarter Horse Journal. Colorado Springs, CO. 80919. Rodeo is about all I know.. An Evening Goose Gossage to benefit the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. The stars of ProRodeo converged when the 2022 ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductees led by Trevor Brazile, the king of PRCA cowboys with 26 world championships, were inducted into the ProRodeo. Ive enjoyed the ride that Ive had. I love to see the progress the Association and the sport of rodeo has made.. In 1995, she was named the Coca-Cola WPRA Woman of the Year, in 2015 she received the Lenora Reimers Heritage Award through the WPRA and in 2019 was honored with the Tad Lucas Award from the National Cowboy Museum. Basically, anyone thats ever been involved in Burwell. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. Check your inbox or spam folder now to confirm your subscription. However, publication of advertisements and editorials in Rodeo News does not commit Rodeo News to agree with or guarantee any of the merchandise or livestock advertised. Its a tremendous honor, theres no other way to put it, Mote said. Red loved running close to home he won the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo in Bruces hometown of Colorado Springs six times. ProRodeo Hall of Fame class of 2022 inducted on Saturday Combine Potters longevity as a competitor with his decade of success (1964-73) as a stock contractor with Rodeos Inc., and his time served on the PRCA Board of Directors and being selected as the 2015 Legend of ProRodeo, and it adds up to him going into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO (PRCA) - The stars of ProRodeo converged when the 2022 ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductees led by Trevor Brazile, the King of PRCA cowboys with 26 world championships, were inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame on July 16. She currently resides in Marysville, California. Famous Night Jacket raised byJim and Maggie Zinser, who founded J Bar J Rodeo Company, is a horse that will be remembered for decades to come. |. We can talk about Toots Mansfield and Jim Shoulders all these guys, but now to be in the same hall as the likes of guys like that. I am honored to be joining an elite group of hard-working ladies that have received this honor before me.. I worked for Mel Potter for years at Rodeo Incorporated. Red loved running close to home he won the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo in Bruces hometown of Colorado Springs six times. Night Jacket competed at every Wrangler National Finals Rodeo as a bareback horse from 2000-2007. The ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy educates the public about rodeo . Mote, who retired in 2017 at the age of 41, qualified for 15 consecutive NFRs from 2001-2015 and was reserve world champion in 2001 and 2006. Colorado Springs, CO. 80919. One of the 38 women who met in San Angelo, Texas, on February 28, 1948, to form the very first professional sports association created solely for women by women. I owned some pretty darn good horses, and he was by far the best. Its amazing, I dont know what to say. All proceeds benefit the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and its programming. It takes a while to sink in in theory, Brazile said about his induction. Congratulations to all the inductees! Its something she looked forward to for a long time and its kind of like being immortalized for her. A larger-than-life personality Bruce lived life to the fullest and passed away June 27. Duvall, who won world titles in 1967, 1969 and 1972 spent nine years riding Whiskey. By nature, Clabaugh wasnt about the spotlight at all.