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Justin McBride
“I can’t quit bull riding until I win a world title,” he vowed on more than one occasion. In 2005, Justin McBride wasn’t prepared to walk away with anything less than the World Championship buckle. He won the second event of the 2005 Built Ford Tough Series (BFTS) season and his hot streak never stopped. He tied the record for most BFTS event titles in a single season with six, and won the 90-point bonus for 2005 with six 90-point rides. PBR President and seven-time PRCA All-Around World Champion Ty Murray commented, ”He’s a guy who has come really close to winning a championship a number of times, and I’ve seen how it can ruin guys ‘cause they want it so badly. Justin learned from his mistakes, he made adjustments and that’s what it took. He showed it’s more than just physical ability – it’s the heart of a champion.”
For more info visit pbrnow.com or justinmcbride.com
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Jody Newberry
Jody Newberry climbed on his first bull in a practice pen at age 15. He recalls, “I rode three out of four that day, so it went pretty well.” Newberry won his first bull riding buckle the same year and went on to succeed in the Oklahoma Junior Rodeo Association before joining the PBR.
Standing 6'3” tall, Newberry is one of the tallest riders on tour. “I do not always have the best technique or form because of my height,” states Newberry. However, this Oklahoma native obviously is doing something right. He won the 2003 PBR World Finals event title, which gave him enough money to clinch Rookie of the Year honors as well.
For more info visit pbrnow.com or jodynewberry.com
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Ross Coleman
Ross Coleman rode his first calf at age 7 – the same year he won his first buckle. He continued the natural transition from steers to junior bulls. By high school, Coleman wasn't just a stand out in bull riding. He competed in every event in rodeo. It was those skills that earned him the National High School Rodeo Association All-Around Cowboy title in 1997. Coleman continued his winning ways on UNLV's rodeo team, earning the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association All-Around Cowboy title in 1998 before turning professional in the PBR.
For more info visit pbrnow.com or rosscoleman.com
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Wiley Petersen
At the encouragement of his grandfather, Wiley Petersen climbed on his first steer at age 10. “My Grandpa rode bulls, and he taught me how to ride. He was my role model growing up – he's honest, hard working, and a good person. “Petersen showed great success at riding from the start – winning his first buckle the same year. He gradually progressed to junior bulls and competed in high school and amateur rodeos thoughout his teens. Petersen caught the eye of the rodeo coach at Idaho State University in Pocatello and received a scholarship. He competed in college rodeos for two years before he joined the PBR.
For more info visit pbrnow.com or wileypetersen.com
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LJ Jenkins
Since winning his first championship on a calf at the age of 8, L.J. Jenkins has been undaunted by the competition. “I grew up near PBR bull riders Matt Bohon and Luke Snyder. I looked up to them, but they didn't pay attention to me. My brother was their age, and they just thought of me as the 'younger brother.'”
However, it didn't take long for fellow bull riders take notice of this New Mexico cowboy when he burst on the PBR scene on the day he turned 18. “I bought my permit on my birthday and won first place at the PBR event in Gillette [Wyo.] that night. It was sweet 'cause all of the top guys were there. It helped boost my confidence.” Since then the high school senior had done nothing but show his winning style.
For more info visit pbrnow.com or ljjenkins.net
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Thomas Pigeon
Canada In The Rough host, Thomas Pigeon, a man whose passion for the outdoors is matched only by his deep and abiding respect for the natural world. Highly respected, camera savvy and experienced, Thomas brings his viewers unparalleled adventure, outstanding videography and exemplary insights into the wildlife that makes its home on the last great North American hunting frontier - Canada. Broadcasting on networks in Canada, Canada In The Rough will air 26 weeks of absolutely spectacular episodes on WILD TV at Friday, 9pm EST and Sunday, 11:30am EST and on the (see www.canadaintherough.com for local show times and stations)
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Steve Puppe
Host of Rocky Geared Up and life long outdoorsman, Steve grew up in South Eastern Minnesota, and broke into the hunting industry as a Championship Turkey Caller and a world class guide. He is well known and respected trough out the hunting world for his ethical hunting methods and excellent sportsmanship. He is also a licensed guide. Be sure to watch 26 weeks of exciting episodes as the ROCKY Geared Up team braves the elements to hunt the games species you want to see. Rocky Geared Up will air July-December2007 on The Outdoor Channel at 3:00 pm Eastern Time, Saturday afternoons. See the full tv schedule at www.RockyGearedUp.com.
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Scott Anderson
Scott Anderson is the dynamic on-camera guy for Backland Outdoors. BackLand is well known for a brand in television that is second to none, with 5 different shows on four networks the cameras are always running. BackLand¹s main business is camouflage and BackLand¹s first license agreement in the new patterns BackLand Adrenaline, BackLand Waterfowler and BackLand West was with ROCKY in boots and apparel. Known by all for his unmistakable good-humored nature and crack shot with a muzzleloader and a bow, Scott entertains his fans almost daily on one channel or another. Scott partnered with (GAC) Great American Country in the tail end of 2006 to start a new venture for GAC in Outdoor Programming. GAC is best known for being the top country music video network. All of the BackLand shows have won numerous awards. Don¹t miss a beat. Visit www.backlandoutdoors.com for show times and more.
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