A HAND UP. The official newsletter of the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund

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1 A HAND UP The official newsletter of the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund Cindy Schonholtz Program Manager 101 Pro Rodeo Drive Colorado Springs, CO Volume 6 Issue 3 September/October rd ANNUAL THANKSGIVING RODEO SCHOOL BENEFITS JCCF Bareback Rider Wes Stevenson knows what its like to sustain a serious injury while participating in rodeo and the long road back to the arena. He chose to put this experience into action and two years ago started producing a rodeo school to benefit the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. Wes gathers some of the top PRCA bareback and Saddle Bronc Riders and brings them to Stace Smith s Ranch in Malakoff, Texas to offer up and coming cowboys an unprecedented opportunity to learn from the Champions. The school has raised $13,000 in the first two years for JCCF! INSTRUCTORS Bareback Riding Saddle Bronc Riding Will Lowe, 03,05 PRCA World Champ Cody DeMoss, 3-time NFR Qualifier Bruce Ford, 5-time PRCA World Champ Heath DeMoss, 05 Circuit Champ Royce Ford, 3-time NFR Qualifier Bradley Harder, 2-time NFR Qualifier Wes Stevenson, 3-time NFR Qualifier Red Lemmel, 3-time NFR Qualifier William Pittman, 2-time NFR Qualifier Inside this issue: Ladies Luncheon at South Point! Buckaroo Bash raises $10,000 Priefert & George Strait Fundraiser 2006 JCCF Donors March-Sept & 4 The dates of the school are November 24-26, 2006 and the cost is $400. Call for more information. Upcoming Events 5 PENDLETON ROUND UP FOUNDATION GOLF TOURNAMENT Gregory Roland, Joe Rosenberg, Bruce Mulvany and David Karnes relax after their victory at the Round-Up Memorial Golf Tournament at Wildhorse Golf Course On September 11. East Oregonian Staff photo by Bill Andrus Team Roper Byron Wilkerson and teammates Blaine Linaweaver, Kory Koontz and David Key claimed the low-net first-place prize with a 49 at the Pendleton Round-Up Foundation Memorial Golf Tournament at Wildhorse Resort Golf Course. The Pendleton Whisky-sponsored team of David Karnes, Gregory Roland, Joe Rosenberg and Bruce Mulvany shot a 57 to win the low gross. Rosenberg of Pendleton said he has played all but one of the 17 Round-Up Foundation tournaments, which contribute the proceeds to the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. It's fun and it's such a great deal," said Rosenberg, who received his first-place prize from the Round-Up and Happy Canyon courts. The tournaments over the years have raised approximately $80,000 for the Crisis Fund, said tournament director Nels Nelson and they expect the 2006 tournament to net about $5000 for JCCF! The tournament was established in 1990 in memory of plane crash victims Mike Currin, Dave P. Smith, David Bown and Randy Dierlam, who died with pilot Bob Card on a rodeo trip to Alberta. Source: East Oregonian

2 PRO RODEO LEAGUE OF WOMEN LUNCHEON MOVING TO SOUTHCOAST The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Ladies Luncheon and Style Show is moving to the South Point Hotel this year. Due to the generosity of Michael and Paula Gaughan, The Ballroom of this beautiful new facility will be the setting for the annual luncheon to raise money for the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. A style Show with fashions from Wrangler and Rockie, silent auction, drawings, a fabulous meal, top country entertainment and much more await attendees. The South Point Hotel is located at 9777 Las Vegas Blvd South Las Vegas, NV See upcoming events for ticket info! RIVER CITY ROUNDUP DONATES $10,000 Photo at left: Sherman Berg and River City Roundup Vice President Beth Greiner present a $10,000 check to JCCF Program Manager, Cindy Schonholtz and JCCF Board Vice President, Don Andrews during the Summer Tour Finale at the River City Roundup in Omaha! Photo at right: Buckaroo Bash Committee members. The annual Buckaroo Bash was a huge success with more than 500 attendees, wonderful silent and live auction events, a delicious dinner, great entertainment and lots of fun. Thanks to the River City Roundup who hosts the event each year! PRIEFERT RANCH EQUIPMENT/GEORGE STRAIT GIVEAWAY During the 2006 National Finals Rodeo, Priefert will offer a drawing for some lucky rodeo / country music fan to win one of George Strait s personal cowboy hats and a pair of his boots. In addition, the lucky fan will win four, front row concert tickets and four meet and greet passes to one of George s 2007 concerts (Houston and Las Vegas excluded). Cash donations go entirely to benefit the non-profit Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. To register to win, stop by Priefert s booth at the Ariat Country Christmas located at the Sand s Expo. Drawing to be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday December 9 th. NEWS AND NOTES The Rancho Mission Viejo Rodeo has the true spirit of giving, donating to many local causes. They continued their support of the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund with a donation of $5000 during the 2006 event. Thanks to Pro Rodeo Films and PRCA Properties for utilizing licensing agreements for PRCA footage to benefit the JCCF. Thousands of dollars have been raised for JCCF through this program! The Dodge City Roundup raised $5000 for JCCF through their unique bounty bull program. Dr. R.C. Trotter, Chairman, of the Dodge City Roundup founded the program and was able to gain more sponsor to up the donations to JCCF from $3000 in recent years to $5000 this year! Page 2 The official newsletter of the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund

3 JCCF DONORS MARCH-SEPTEMBER 2006 The Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund Board of Directors would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the generous donors who assist in giving injured rodeo professionals a hand up. JUSTIN BRANDS RIVER CITY ROUNDUP COWBOY REUNION LEAD EM TO WATER PRODUCTIONS MIKE CERVI JR. MEMORIAL TEAM ROPING CLASSIC RANCHO MISSION VIEJO RODEO Outer Limit Productions Women s Professional Rodeo Association Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation BFI/Preifert Grand National Wine Tasting Harriman Reunion Art Auction Patrick & Elizabeth Cody Sikeston Area Chamber of Commerce Jasper Lions Club Reno Rodeo Auburn Stampede Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo Franklin Rotary Club Rodeo Erle Cleveland Truman Spoon Rolfe Schwartkopf E.R. Foote Steven Ellrich Gist Larry Dunn Bob Tallman's Ranch Fixins Helotes Rodeo EMI London Roger Schneider Cowboy Clips John Pulling Tuf Cooper Invitational Calf Roping Roger Schneider Bank of America First Light TV SW Western Products Steven Ellrich Gerald & Elizabeth Rice Jerry & Jeanne Strong John Pulling Cow Palace Erle Cleveland Steven Ellrich John Pulling Lighthouse Productions Charmayne James Properties Hazel Jacoby Erle Cleveland Timberline Auto Center, Inc. Madelon Bradshaw Cowtown Cowboy Outfitters Mary Schlosser SBC - Kevin Baxter Lighthouse Productions Sterling & Julie Monroe Ellen & Dennis Scharffenberg David & Eva Osburn J. Patrick Shirey Renee & Dean Matson Jef Harriman MEMORIAL DONATIONS IN MEMORY OF BILL ADAMS Mary & Eric Singer IN MEMORY OF ALICE ALSBAUGH Jim & Gene Ann Dreyer Duane & Claudette Reichert Mel & Wendy Potter IN MEMORY OF BRETT ANDERSON Jerry & Sandy Munson Anna S. Lamb IN MEMORY OF PERRY RICHARDSON BASS Randy Watson N MEMORY OF MARTY BACKSTROM Harla & Rick Kadrie Ken & Ann Jean Schopfer Lisa Harris Bowman Rowell Ranch Rodeo & Cecil Jones Elmer & Ruth Nettleton Duane & Claudette Reichert Bill & Carol Lake Caron Nelson P.J. Dietmeier, Richard Fry Peg & Joe Dietmeier Honeycutt Rodeo, Inc. Don Andrews and the Staff of Justin Sportsmedicine Team Mr. & Mrs. William Stordahl Russ & Mary Dolven Tom & Mary Lou Edwards Terri Kay & Jay Kirkland James Apodaca Clifford & Marguerite Happy IN MEMORY OF RAY BOESHART Cheyenne Frontier Days Larry & Marilyn Romsa Pat & Sandy Boeshart Ronald & Kay Degener Orval & Donna Jo Epler Rosemary Bland Hayter IN MEMORY OF W.T. BRYANT J Pat Evans IN MEMORY OF ERNEST COOK Sherwood Animal Clinic IN MEMORY OF HELEN DUPEA Stanley & Jeanette Rasmussen David & June Voldseth Suzanne Bohleen Rebecca or Wayne Shong Bank of the Rockies Mike & Teresa Lovejoy IN MEMORY OF DON HAPPY Jim & Sally Martins Pat Ommert Annie Ommert Lambert John & JoAnn Jones Karen & Rick Davis Dan & Darcie Lovejoy IN MEMORY OF BOB DELORME Ted & Kathleen Jablonski Vincent Tringali IN MEMORY OF JIM DOUGHTRY Lahla F. Dubose Eleanor & Jerry W. Johnson Page 3 A HAND UP

4 JCCF DONORS MARCH-SEPTEMBER 2006 IN MEMORY OF TONY FIELDS Cecil Jones Walt & Terry Rivas IN MEMORY OF FRED DOC HOOK Cecil Jones & Walt & Terry Rivas IN MEMORY OF JUNE IVORY Carolynn Veitor IN MEMORY OF LENAY LEAVENS Pat Gammill IN MEMORY OF CHRIS LEDOUX Lisa Denmark Norman & Alice Gore IN MEMORY OF LORNA LINK Kelley & Ryan Hanson Dr. Jim Jardine Steve & Leslie Dobson IN MEMORY OF JOHN KENNEDY Cheryl Karnes IN MEMORY OF HENNING KOCH Georgene Dovolis Carolynn Veitor Margo Newkom A. Thornwirth Mar-Jac Poultry Mid Valley Appaloosa Horse Club Carol Krumm David & Charlene Jesperson IN MEMORY OF MIKEL MORENO Sue Lytle Rick Foster Mike Cervi Liz Kesler Cowboy Reunion Mike Cervi IN MEMORY OF SYLVIA PIKE IN MEMORY OF LUCILLE POPE Marcella, Eddy Joe, Rick & Linda Nichols IN MEMORY OF POLLY BURSON Sue Lytle Rick Foster Mike Cervi Liz Kesler Cowboy Reunion IN MEMORY OF LANHAM RILEY John D & Eva Mae Holleyman Rhonda Stearns Sherry Moure Patsy & Bo Cantrell John Erskine Jerry & Dutch Taylor Naomi Scott Hunter Bates & Patrick Jennings G.K. & Nita Lewallen Mr. & Mrs. L.O. Brightbill Star Sports William Sweeney, Jr. The Cervi Family Kim Henson Charlene Jensen Kathy & Kirk Sneed The Doug Riley Family Ed & Martha Wright Bob & Bobbie Lewis Gloria & Zack Wood, Jr. Connie Jaynes Emmy Lou & Dan Prescott Friends at the Southwestern Exposition and Livestock Show Mr. & Mrs. W.R. Watt, Jr. J.T. & Frances Dickenson Stockyards Station Jo Hickman Howard & Mary Scott J Pat Evans James & Jan Penisten Jo & Byron Matthews Toots Wallace & Wallace Family Darla & Mike Fisher James & Karen Morgan J Pat Evans Weatherford National Bank Mobile Sports Medicine Systems Mitzi & Bill Davis Fred & Judith Barnes Don & Arlene Worley Lynn & Nancy Sheppard IN MEMORY OF JIM RODRIGUEZ Ginger & Roy Gianolini IN MEMORY OF MRS. OLIE ROBINSON IN MEMORY OF CHARLES RUSH Dr. Alan & Kathy Stockard Ann L. Shelton Edward P. Bass IN MEMORY OF TWYLA RUTHERFORD Sheila Rosenfield IN MEMORY OF JACK SCOTT Ken & Ardelle Hart IN MEMORY OF RICHARD DICK SCHNEIDER Rick Foster IN MEMORY OF JESS SLAUGHTER Mrs. Patrick McInroe Rosemary Bland Hayter Sam Davenport Eric & Jane Denial Gene & Ruth Ann Janssen Mr. & Mrs. W. Larry Nix IN MEMORY OF GERALD SNIDER George C. Alexander, DVM IN MEMORY OF FRANK STARBUCKS Kevin Norell Family, Andy Norell Family IN MEMORY OF ROD STUADINGER Yulene Banek Scott & Kim Houston IN MEMORY OF JERRY STERLING Jo Anne Saccomanno IN MEMORY OF JUDY TRIBBLE Kim Matherly Welch IN MEMORY OF DENNY AUSTIN Leon & Carolyn Jones Scott & Tina Jones IN MEMORY OF WILLIAM DOUGLAS WATSON Randy Watson IN MEMORY OF LEON WILCOX Ginger & Roy Gianolini HONORARY DONATIONS IN HONOR OF MATT AUSTIN Chad White IN HONOR OF PAMELA AND ED BURKHART Caitlyn Wheeler Brukardt IN HONOR OF LUKE BRANQUINO Arizona High School Rodeo Steer Wrestlers IN HONOR OF JT DICKINSON IN HONOR OF ROY TOPHAM Page 4 A HAND UP

5 JCCF CALENDAR OF EVENTS November 24, 25 & 26, Malakoff, TX. Thanksgiving Rodeo School The 2nd annual Thanksgiving rodeo school will take place at Stace Smith s Rodeo Ranch in Malakoff, Texas on November 24-26, 2006 to benefit JCCF. Two Time National Finals Rodeo Bareback Qualifier Wes Stevenson has brought together some of the top PRCA bareback riders and saddle bronc riders to offer this unique opportunity to those who wish to learn from the best! Cost to students $400, $100 deposit required For more information call: November 27-30, Las Vegas, NV. PRCA Convention JCCF Silent Auction Those planning on attending the PRCA Convention in Las Vegas will get the opportunity to bid on some fabulous items in the first PRCA Convention Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund Silent Auction. The items that will be up for bids include rodeo memorabilia, gift items, country music memorabilia and much more. The silent auction will begin on Monday, November 27 and the bidding will end on Wednesday, November 29 at 4:00 p.m. Note: The PRCA convention is open to PRCA members only. For More information contact Whitney DeSanti at December 7, 8 & 9, Las Vegas, NV Cowboy Reunion The Cowboy Reunion will once again bring together the past and present of rodeo to celebrate the sport. This unique event raises funds for the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund and the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. The venue will change to the ORLEANS HOTEL, but the fun stays the same with a cocktail party, silent auction and live auction, door prizes. For more information contact Liz Kesler at or Sandi Schroder at December 7, Las Vegas, NV. 18th Annual Pro Rodeo League of Women Luncheon & Fashion Show Join the Ladies of Pro Rodeo at our new venue, THE SOUTH POINT HOTEL! This event is a must attend at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and has donated more than $760,000 to the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund. NFR Contestants wife's model the latest in fashions from Wrangler and Rockie while more than 200 prizes are won by the attendees in drawings and a silent auction. Fabulous entertainment, great food and lots of fun. For more information: Tracy Hedeman: thedeman@texinet.net or JCCF BOARD OF DIRECTORS Troy Ellerman Walt Garrison Dr. J. Pat Evans, M.D. PRCA Commissioner Former Dallas Cowboy Justin Sportmedicine Team Randy Watson Don Andrews Jymmy Kay Davis President & CEO, Justin Boots Justin Sportsmedicine Team President, WPRA Charlie Daniels Gary Williams Justin Boots Recording Artist Tucson Rodeo Manager Bryan McDonald Nolan Ryan Former PRCA Bull Riding Rep. Baseball Hall of Famer Volume 6 Page 5

6 Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund Cindy Schonholtz Program Manager 101 Pro Rodeo Drive Colorado Springs, CO Phone: Fax: It s a hand up, not a hand out. JUSTIN COWBOY CRISIS FUND With no guaranteed salaries or injured reserve provisions in the sport of rodeo, these professional athletes are often left with no place to turn when faced with serious, sidelining injuries and the accompanying financial hardship. Recognizing that serious injuries can be traumatic enough without the additional burden of financial worries, the Justin Boot Company formed a partnership with the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) in 1989 to establish the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund (JCCF). The JCCF s premise is to lend a helping hand to professional rodeo athletes and their families in the event of catastrophic injuries. The fund fills the void of financial hardship when the inevitable serious injury interferes with the careers of those who have dedicated their lives to the sport. Assistance awards are based on the severity of injury, the number of dependents and the applicant's financial situation. The Fund also takes into consideration the individual's involvement in and/or contribution to the sport of professional rodeo. Unique among today's numerous charitable organizations, the Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund stands above the rest by dedicating 100% of all contributions received for disbursement to eligible applicants. This uncommon practice for a charitable organization is made possible by the joint commitment of the Justin Boot Company and the PRCA, which underwrite all administrative costs associated with managing the JCCF, leaving all monies received through contributions (and as investment earnings) to serve their intended purpose.