Shared from Calgary Stampede News When the prize money at the Calgary Stampede enters record-breaking territory, even riders from Texas will make the trek north, despite having 11 horses in tow. The journey paid off to the tune of $27,737 for Louie Saggione III of New Boston, Texas. Saggione and his teammates, Erin Hill (Temecula, Calif.) and …
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BY LILLIAN DALTON After four fabulous days of competition in the “big pen” at Silver Slate Arena, the Hi-Point teams added new buckles to their belts. As well, each junior youth competitor went home with a bucket of goodies sponsored by Bar T5 Trailers and Silver Slate. The sun shone, the footing was perfect and the addition …
BY LILLIAN DALTON Cam Clark Ford and the Bullpen Arena teamed up to produce a unique three-show series May 10, June 28 and August 23 for the Chinook Team Cattle Penning Association. Points were combined from the Open & #10 Class, the #10 & #7 Classes and the #7 & #5 Classes. The high-point riders from each combination earned …
For year-round excitement, just add horsepower! The Calgary Stampede is thrilled to welcome four major horse events to their new home, the nearly-constructed Agrium Western Event Centre. Each event will draw new participants and visitors to the heart of Calgary from across Western Canada to enjoy top horses and riders in action. Collectively, the events …
Calgary – With the Saddledome out of commission, the 2013 Stampede Team Cattle Penning Competition presented by Calfrac Well Services was held at the Okotoks Agricultural Society grounds on Wednesday, July 3rd and Thursday, July 4th. They might have competed in Okotoks, but the winners still got some glory as they were introduced to the Grandstand …
SUBMITTED BY LILLIAN DALTON Willow Creek Ag. Society produced their usual smoothly-run, two day show April 20 & 21, at the Claresholm Agriplex. Road trips are always a great experience, with extra time for socializing and meeting new members! Unusually, the weekend proved to be a bit of a surprise for seven riders … they involuntarily dismounted …
SUBMITTED BY LILLIAN DALTON The first two shows of the Okotoks Ag. Society’s Series were held March 2 and March 16, at the Agriplex. Both shows were well-attended and much enjoyed… in spite of our unpredictable Alberta weather! With expanded payout placings this season, there are more riders going home with a smile and a fatter wallet. …
SUBMITTED BY LILLIAN DALTON Chemistry … if you are lucky enough to have it with your horse and penning partners and combine it with practice and a year-long commitment, it can result in great rewards. Those rewards become reality at the Chinook Penning Banquet held annually, in conjunction with the Regional Finals Show at the …
