PBBA annoounces bull teams
1) The cost for a PBBA team is $2,000 per team
a) $1,000 paid with Team application and the balance paid over 60-days, or before the any of the team bulls compete in his fourth team event, whichever comes first.
2) A team consists of three bulls
a) When created each team must identify at least one bull in Tier I or Tier II. For example, one Tier I & two Tier II bulls.
b) If one or all Tier II bulls on a Team move up to Tier I because of PBBA money won, it’s ok as long as they started in Tier II when the Team was created.
c) One alternate bull can be named when creating the team and he can buck for any bull on the Team under the PBBA completion rules.
d) The 3 nominated bulls and the one alternate bull listed on the Team application cannot not be replaced or substituted with any other bull(s) for any reason whatsoever.
e) Team members do not have to own the bulls. They can work out a private arrangement will any bull owner or owners.
f) A bull can only be on one team.
g) Bulls must be eligible to compete in PBBA events according to the PBBA rules. PBBA competition rules apply to all PBBA Team bulls and Teams.
h) Each of the three bulls on the PBBA Team must compete in 4 PBBA events during the Team season. A total of 12 outs for the Team.
i) If the alternate bull is used the Team Captain must state when calling in the PBBA entries that the Team alternate is being used in place of a Team bull and he must name the Team bull that the alternate is bucking for. The alternate’s PBBA Team out and score with then count for the bull he replaced for that event.
j) The alternate can “fill in” for any one of the three bulls on the Team at anytime.
k) Once a Team bull has had is 4 PBBA Team outs, no further PBBA events will count toward his Team points.
l) When entering a bull in a PBBA event the Team Captain must state the bull is competing for the team.
m) All Team bulls do not have to be entered in the same event. For example, bring one Team bull at a time, bring two or bring three. As long as all three compete in 4 events throughout the season.
3) Team Point System
i) Money won does not count toward Team points.
ii) If the bull places in the top 50% (rounded up for odd entry events) of the final results for the PBBA tier entered; multiply the total score by 50% (100% for a one performance event). If a bull places in the bottom 50% (rounded down for odd entry events) multiply the total score by 45% (90% for a one performance event).
iii) Each Team bull gets a bonus point for each second or fraction thereof rode during a qualified ride. For example; a 3.77 second ride is an extra 3.77 points.
(1) A disqualification by the bull rider for slapping & etc. The ride is over when judge stops the watch. For example, when the bull is slapped.
(2) A PBBA re-buck is a second ride & the time from the re-buck is used.
4) Team payout will depend on the number of teams.
i) PBBA Teams will payback 90% of the Team fees at the end of the Team seaon.
ii) 10-14 teams pays 4 holes, 15-19 teams pays 5 holes, 20 -30 teams pays 6 holes
iii) Maximum number of teams is 30
5) PBBA Team Rules are subject to change upon approval by the PBBA Board & following discussion with all Team Captains.
To learn more about the PBBA Bull Teams vist www.PBBAnow.com or call Mike Porter at 864-313-9024.
2009 PBBA Finals
2009 NBR Finals
Raleigh, NC February 12-13, 2010
By Kaitlyn Driscoll
It pretty much goes without saying that the finals of any bull riding association is the most highly anticipated event of the season. The National Bull Riding Association (NBR) Championship Bull Riding and Barrel Racing was held February 12th and 13th in Raleigh, NC, and was no exception. All year long, the cowboys and cowgirls competed for their spot at the finals. This Carousel Farms production, held at the JB Hunt Arena at the NC State fairgrounds, proved to be an electric two-night performance, despite the snow and wintry weather.
The top 30 bull riders in the NBR were paired up against the paramount bucking bulls in the Professional Bucking Bull Association (PBBA). It turned out to be quite a showdown, a showdown of the best battling the best for the top prizes of cash and buckles. The top 15 cowgirl barrel racers also attended the event, racing against the clock, and each other, for prestigious awards. This 2009 season finale proved rewarding for many of the cowboys and cowgirls, and more than $15,000 in cash and prizes was awarded to the winning contestants.
Friday night, Cody Martin of
In the cowgirl barrel racing, Terra Garrison led the pack with a 16.1 second run Friday night and earned herself a $509.50 paycheck. Lari Lee Isley was close behind with a 16.157 second time and took home $305.70. Brynn Blackwell set the third place pace at 16.24 seconds and received $203.80 for her effort.
Saturday night, Josh Faircloth won the round with an electric 89.5 point ride ($930) on a bull named Rubber Bucky from Charlie Oldham and Caleb & Tonya White. Blaine Whipp made his second qualified ride aboard
The second night of barrel racing showed some familiar names from Friday night’s performance. Brynn Blackwell finished first with a 15.79 second run ($509.50). Lari Lee Isley trailed right behind with a 15.86 second run ($305.70). Jill Riebe rounded out third place with a time of 16.133 seconds ($203.80).
Only two bull riders had qualified rides in the short go round. Josh Faircloth was 89.75 points aboard Johnny Ringo from Rafter C Bucking Bulls, and Jay Miller, the only man to ride three bulls all weekend, was 83 points on Clay Ellison’s Black Magic.
Jay Miller of Liberty, SC won the average for the finals, with a combined score of 242.75 points, received $2475 in prize money, a Bob Berg Buckle, and a total of $3172.50 won for the weekend.
The PBBA Tier I first place bull was Short Notice owned by Jason Roberts, and the second place bull was Homer, owned by Mike Porter. The PBBA Tier II winning bull was High Dollar owned by Craig Wagoner. Tied for second, third, and fourth were Black Belt from Diamond C, Shot Gun Ready owned by SR Rodeo, and Rubber Bucky owned by Charlie Oldham and Caleb and Tonya White. The “money bull” of the weekend was Texas of Rafter C Bucking Bulls;
The finals also awarded many of the people who help to make events possible throughout the year, each of whom received a custom Bob Berg buckle for their hard work and dedication. Announcer of the Year was Jeff Wolfe, Secretary of the Year was Jean Radford, Scotty Williams and Kelsey Salisbury were both awarded buckles for their judging, Barrel man of the Year was Jake Wilcox, Bullfighter of the Year was Chad Ellison, Event of the Year was Camden, SC a Rafter C and Tom Smith production, and finally, Producer of the Year was Jason Roberts.
2010 shows promise to be even more successful than 2009 for the NBR. Our next event will be held March 19th and 20th in Pelzer, SC. It will be an NBR/CBR/PBBA co-sanctioned event with $5,000 added in prize money. Friday night’s performance will be a CBR event, and Saturday will be an NBR. Both nights will be PBBA performances, and there will be a short round each night! To find the full schedule of events for the 2010 season, to see results, or to find out more information on how to participate in an NBR or PBBA event, visit www.nbrbull.com or www.pbbanow.com.
2009 PBBA Finals
2010 PBBA Finals
By Kaitlyn Lee Driscoll
Clemson, SC, January 22nd & 23rd, 2010 – Recently, the top bulls from the 2009 Professional Bucking Bull Association (PBBA) season met in Clemson, SC for the 2009 PBBA finals. Stock contractors spanning from
After two nights of intense competition, the PBBA Finals Champion #D54 High Noon (of Elrod & Elrod) scored a total of 177.50 points and earned his owners Donna and Dell Elrod a Bob Berg PBBA finals champion buckle and a hefty check. Rob and Kayla Melton’s bull #44 Mr. Woodcock was the reserve champion bull of the finals. Both the Elrod’s and the Melton’s won feed supplement and distress, compliments of Two Bulls in
The PBBA winner of the High Point Bull of the year award and a Bob Berg buckle was Jason Roberts’ #412 Short Notice. Finishing close behind was #D54 High Noon of Elrod & Elrod. Rounding out the top five was #669 Brown Mule from Clay Ellison & Will John Simpson, Justin Cornwell’s #207 Hang Em High, and Lore Kerr’s #515 Iron Broke.
The bulls weren’t the only ones receiving winnings that weekend. The winner of a new set of Cooper Tires sponsored by Cooper tires was Kelly Clem, from
The PBBA had a very successful finals and a successful season overall. Without excellent producers and incredibly generous sponsors, the PBBA would not have been able to put on so many top-notch events. The PBBA Finals was produced by Ernie Treadway and Brian Hope, and it was sponsored by HnH News, Cooper Tires, WW Equipment, Wrangler, Two Bulls, Twisted X Boots, & Bob Berg Design. We extend a gracious thanks to our producers and sponsors who were there all year long and helped round out a great season!
The PBBA sanctions open competitions for bulls of any age and pedigree. Results from previous seasons as well as the schedule of events for 2010 will be posted on the PBBA web site at www.pbbanow.com, in HnH news, and broadcasted in a number of other publications. For more information about the Professional Bucking Bull Association, visit www.pbbanow.com, email Mike Porter at mike@pbbanow.com or call Mike Porter at 864-313-9024.
PBBA Announces Lifetime Achievement Award
PBBA Announces Lifetime Achievement Award
By Kaitlyn Lee Driscoll
The Professional Bucking Bull Association announced the formation of the PBBA Hall of Fame’s “Lifetime Achievement Award”. The award was developed and sponsored by PBBA board members Bob and Pat Cooper of Rafter C Bucking Bulls. Inductees were presented the award at the 2009 PBBA Finals Stock Contractors Awards Breakfast at the Ramada Inn in Clemson, South Carolina. Additional inductees will be added each year based on an individual’s achievements and contributions to the sport of bull riding. PBBA Vice President Tom Smith added that the association is working on a permanent location for the Hall of Fame memorabilia to be housed. “Perpetual awards showing the history of the PBBA and NBRA will be developed and added to each year. People who have had a positive impact on the sport of bull riding and the rodeo industry will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Their contributions will be preserved for future generations to see. The PBBA is only four years old, however our membership has a long history in the rodeo industry. The hall of fame will showcase the accomplishments of cowboys, livestock and rodeo professionals in our region, East of the Mississippi.”
The 2009 Inductees are as follows.
Scott Williams
Scott “Poncho” Williams was raised in the mountains near Salem, South Carolina. He began his rodeo career in 1975 riding bulls and broncs. He was the 1978 & 1979 SCHSRA Bareback Champion and a reserve champion bull rider. As a bull rider in the 70s through the 90s he qualified for multiple SRA and ACA finals. Scott won the PRCA Arcadia, Florida Rodeo and qualified for the IPRA Southeastern Circuit Finals five times. Poncho hung up his spurs in 1999 and picked up a judging clipboard. Scott is known and respected for his integrity as a judge in the bull riding arena and has helped many contestants become champions offering advice as an instructor . Scott promotes the sport by adhering to the rules and calling it as he sees it.
Ernie Treadway
Ernie’s rodeo career began in the 1950’s riding goats in his father’s rodeo productions. He rode bulls in the 1960’s and 1970’s and produced his first event at the age of eighteen in 1972. The Ernie Treadway Rodeo Company has raised world champion livestock and produced successful events across the Eastern United States for over three decades. Many champions, both cowboys and livestock got their start with Ernie’s assistance. He has played a major role in promoting the sport by developing new contestants, contractors and producers. Ernie is one of the original founders of the PBBA.
Devin Long
Devin “Diesel” Long from Summerville, North Carolina career in bull riding began in 1994. In 2001 Devin qualified for the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) Challenger Series Finals. He qualified for the SEBRA finals 14 times finishing in the top three and the top five 3 times. Devin also competed in IPRA and SRA rodeos making the SRA Finals 3 times. His sixteen year career as a contestant was plagued by injuries including a broken back. Devin gritted his teeth and reached through the pain for a come back that included many event championships including the 2007 Carousel Farms title. A true role model, Devin can often be found lifting the spirits of a down cowboy, giving sought after advice to a rookie or offering prayer before an event. Devin moves into the next phase of his rodeo career after hanging up his spurs in 2010.
2009 PBBA Producer of the Year and High Point Bull Crowned
2009 PBBA Producer of the Year and High Point Bull Crowned
By Kaitlyn Lee Driscoll
Jason Roberts, a respected name in the rodeo world, can be seen hauling his championship bucking bulls in a new Bill Black Featherlite trailer awarded to him at the Professional Bucking Bull Association Finals. The 2009 PBBA Producer of the Year hales from Hamptonville, NC. In this little known town you can find grazing in a pasture a great herd of bucking stock including the 2009 PBBA High Point Bull "Short Notice". This High Point Bull title earned Jason a custom W-W Livestock hydraulic bucking chute. The Yadkin Valley Ranch is home to the Jason Roberts Rodeo Company. Jason, his wife Lacey and their two sons Jett and Jaden have created a respected enterprise from the ground up raising quality bucking stock and putting on top notch rodeos.
Jason was born in Laramie, Wyoming. He attended his first rodeo in Walden, Colorado when he was just 5 days old. He has competed in most every rodeo event including calf roping, team roping, bareback, saddle bronc and bull riding. He was a pickup man for the PRCA with Harper and Morgan Rodeo Company for years. Jason qualified for the National High School Rodeo Finals in Pueblo, Colorado in 1988 and 1989 He also holds a place in the Guinness Book of world records for being the youngest rodeo stock contractor; at the age of fourteen he produced his first junior rodeo event at his family’s Twin Rocks Ranch in Davison, NC.
A rodeo competitor and producer, Jason’s passion has always been in raising rough stock. He was producing stock for SRA and Southern States rodeos at the age of seventeen and initiated his own stock contracting business in 1985. He began by providing rough stock to junior rodeos and jackpots, but he quickly progressed to the big leagues of professional rodeos. It was in 1990 that he created Jason Roberts Rodeo Company, and he now stock contracts and produces events for the PBBA / NBRA, and SSPRA Rodeos. His passion for the sport has helped him to raise very talented animal athletes for over two decades. His stock can be seen on television weekly, and he holds eighteen "bucking bull of the year" awards in various associations every year since 1989. He also holds fifteen "bucking horse of the year awards".
Some of Jason’s prestigious bulls of the past include Oscar, Copenhagen Jesse, Death Valley, Ben the Bramer, Worm, and Oscar Jr. He has raised numerous bulls going back to Panhandle Slim, Sports Machine, Raspberry Wine, Bodacious, and Copenhagen Lite. In 1995 he sold two of his bulls, Death Valley Skoal and Copenhagen Cyclone to Harper and Morgan, both of which went to the NFR and PBR finals five times. Currently his bulls Red Devil, Lug Nut, Black Ice, Yadkin Valley Wine, and Short Notice are all highly competitive bulls in the PBBA. Red Devil was the Raleigh, NC futurity champion, and also the Asheville, NC Champion. Black Ice placed in the Tier 1 of bulls in Buckhead, GA, Yadkin Valley Wine placed in the Tier 2 of bulls in Newport, NC, and Lug Nut placed in the Tier 2 of bulls in Camden, SC. His bull Short Notice is the number one bull of the PBBA. In the Tier 1 of bulls, Short Notice placed 2nd in Gaffney, SC, 2nd in Newport, NC, 1st in Buckhead, GA, 3rd in Galax, VA, 1st in Newberry, OH, 2nd in Hillsville, VA 2nd in Danville, VA, 1st in Hamptonville, NC, 2nd in Camden, SC, 2nd in Savannah, GA, and 2nd in Kenansville, NC. Jason was also crowned the 2008 PBBA Producer of the Year.
With such an impressive record behind him, Jason Roberts and his animal athletes are the ones to beat! His stock and his events continue to top the list as some of the most impressive throughout the country, and at the rate he’s going, they will continue to do so for years to come! If you want to learn more about Jason Roberts, his stock, or upcoming events, you can go to the website www.jasonrobertsrodeo.com. Be sure to check out www.PBBAnow.com and www.NBRbull.com
Rodeo Marketing College to be offered at the NBRA Finals in Raleigh, NC February 13, 2010
Lyman, SC, September 20, 2009. The National Bull Riders Association (NBRA) and the Professional Bucking Bull Association (PBBA) are proud to announce that is offering bull riding and rodeo producers the opportunity to attend a one day seminar on Rodeo Marketing instructed by Steve Gander founder of the World’s Toughest Rodeo Series.
Mr. Gander’s World’s Toughest Rodeo series produced events in 28 states and Canada – from New York’s famed Madison Square Garden to Portland, Oregon. He produced the historic command performance for President and Mrs. Ronald Reagan and 11,000 guests. His World’s Biggest Beach Party earned world-wide publicity. He has produced PRCA sanctioned events in 28 states and developed the World’s Toughest Bulls & Broncs Series of MLR (Major League Rodeo).
In 2001, Gander wrote, Rodeo Event Marketing – The Business of Getting B.I.T.S. (Buts in the Seats). This book has become the industry standard.
The Rodeo Marketing College is in Raleigh, NC at the JB Hunt Arena, February 13, 2010, tuition is only $100. Be sure to register early to reserve your spot at this informative seminar that is guaranteed to put B.I.T.S. To register call Mike Porter at 864-313-9024 or email him at mike@pbbanow.com or Tom Smith at Tom@PBBAnow.com or call him at 432-349-7093.
The PBBA sanctions open bucking bull competitions for bulls of all ages regardless of pedigree. The NBRA is quickly becoming a premier bull riding association and is the PBBA’s association of choice. For more information about the Professional Bucking Bull Association, including rules, visit www.pbbanow.com, email Mike Porter at mike@pbbanow.com or call Mike Porter at 864-313-9024.
For more information about the NBRA visit
www.NBRAbull.com, email Tom Smith at Tom@PBBAnow.com or call him at 432-349-7093.
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PBBA adds second level of competition
The PBBA Board met on February 28th and ironed out the details of the PBBA two Tier system. The details are below.
Tier 1
Tier 1 bulls are for any bull that has been to a PBBA Finals or has qualified to go to the PBBA Finals. Contractors can also choose to enter their bull in Tier 1. Once a bull has competed in Tier 1 he cannot move down to Tier 2. The entry fees for Tier 1 are $500. The payout will depend on the number of bulls entered in Tier 1. (see below) Tier 1 bulls can also be used in the short go. A random draw will be made each night to determine which Tier 1 bulls will go to the short go. The bulls for the PBBA/NBR Series Finals will be the top 40 bulls from Tier 1.
Tier 2
Tier 2 bulls are any bulls that are not required to be in Tier 1 and the contractor elected to enter their bull in Tier 2. The entry fees for Tier 2 are $300, the PBBA Fee & the Finals Fee for Tier 2 bulls are 1/2 of that of the Tier 1 bulls. The payout will depend on the number of entries. (see below) Tier 2 bulls cannot be in the short go. Once a bull has won $1,000 or more in Tier 2 PBBA competitions he must move up to Tier 1. The money won & points earned in Tier 2 do carryover to Tier 1 and count towards the bull's PBBA standings in Tier 1.
The event format:
The Tier 1 & Tier 2 bulls will be at the same event and in the same bull rider draw, except for the short go. Tier 1 bulls will compete against Tier 1 bulls and Tier 2 against Tier 2. Both Tiers will be judged by the same judges and the judges will not know the difference.
Example event:
The Producer is taking 30 bull riders and taking 8 back to the short go. There are 20 Tier 2 entries and 18 Tier 1 entries. The 20 Tier 2 bulls will be in the long round. The 18 Tier 1 bulls will draw for the 8 short round spots and the other 10 will be in the long round. Tier 1 will pay 5 holes as will Tier 2.
Payout
The payout for both levels will depend on the number of entries. Such as; 6 entries pays 2 holes, another hole will be paid for every three additional entries, up to 15 -29 entries which will pay 5 holes. 30 or more will pay 7 holes. Therefore, 9 entries pays 3 holes, 12 pays 4 and 15 pays 5.
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National Bull Riders Association
National Bull Riders Association
Lyman, SC, March 6, 2009 –-- The Professional Bucking Bull Association (PBBA) announced the creation of the new bull riders’ association; the National Bull Riders Association (NBRA).
The NBRA was created by PBBA stock contractors and producers for all bull riders who enter PBBA events and other bull ridings produced by NBRA producers. The NBRA’s already has events scheduled in SC, NC, OH & VA.
Mike Porter PBBA Founder and President, stated" The PBBA Board of Directors created the NBRA for the bull riders, the producers and the stock contractors. The NBRA’s focus will be on promoting its members." Porter added "The NBRA’s officers will be made up PBBA Board members Tom Smith, formerly with SEBRA, Bob Cooper, Ohio stock contractor and producer, and myself. This team of leaders has the skills and experience to grow the NBRA alongside the PBBA. It’s a great match."
The NBRA schedule can be found at www.pbbanow.com and www.nbrbull.com. For more information about the Nation Bull Riders Association call (866) NBR-Bull (531-5574), visit www.nbrbull.com or email Mike Porter at mike@pbbanow.com.
PBBA Bulls Score Big at Winston-Salem PBR
Lyman, SC February 1, 2009----WW Bucking Bulls’, owned by Rick Wagoner and Jimmy Walton, Code Blue ended the 2008 PBBA season as a top five money winner. When the PBR’s Cody Lambert was looking for bulls for the Winston-Salem PBR he had heard that Code Blue was rank and a PBR quality bull. After consulting the PBBA website, reviewing Code Blue’s PBBA ranking, carefully looking over his PBBA scores, and talking to some PBBA members; Cody decided to give Code Blue and WW Bucking Bulls a chance at the PBR.
In the first round of the PBR Cody Campbell had his hands full with the big bull; Code Bull. After a couple of big jumps and kicks, Code Blue’s trademark, Campbell found himself in the arena dirt. The PBR judges were impressed and marked Code Blue 45.25; the third highest bull score for the night. Saturday night Cody Blue drew the PBR great, Jared Farley. Like Campbell, Farley soon had a face full of dirt. The judges were even more impressed with Code Blue’s performance, marking him 46.0 points, round two’s highest score. Code Blue ended the night as the second highest marked bull at the Winston-Salem PBR. Congratulations to Rick Wagoner and Jimmy Walton, of WW Bucking Bulls, and PBBA Board members.
PBBA 2008 Finals Champion Top Notch Jap, owned by Joey Nixon, was also chosen for the Winston-Salem PBR. Top Notch Jap, threw both his riders and scored 44.25 each night. The PBBA’s number two bull for 2008, Ruby Red, AKA Brother Love, owned by Dell and Donna Elrod, was ridden Friday night by Dusty Elliott for 88 points. Robbie Melton’s bull Stiffler also threw his rider and scored 42.5. The bulls and stock contractors of the PBBA proved have themselves once again.
The PBBA sanctions open bucking bull competitions for bulls of all ages regardless of pedigree. During 2008 it paid out over $144,000 in total price money. The PBBA is working on its 2009 schedule and it will be posted on www.pbbanow.com. For more information about the Professional Bucking Bull Association, including rules, visit www.pbbanow.com, email Mike Porter at mike@pbbanow.com or call Mike Porter at 864-313-9024.
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Professional Bucking Bull Association 2008 Finals Results
Lyman, SC, January 19, 2009–The top 33 bulls from the 2008 Professional Bucking Bull Association (PBBA) season came from OH, FL, GA, NC & SC to Clemson, SC for the 2008 PBBA Finals. The PBBA bulls were matched up against the top bull riders from the 2008 NBR Series for the NBR Series Finals.
After two nights of exciting edge of your seat competition the PBBA Finals Champion #514 Jap scored a total of 178.25 points and earned his owner Joey Nixon a Bob Berg PBBA Finals Champion buckle plus a Finals Champion check.
The Reserve Champion Bob Berg buckle went to Boyce Knox and his bull 73/4 with a score of 178. #85 Radical owned by Jerome Davis, Hiatt & Ellis scored 177.25 points and a third place Berg buckle.
Four bulls scored 177 points each creating a four-way tie for fourth through seventh place. The winners were: #458 Ring of Fire, Clay Ellison & Will John Simpson, #D10 Ruby Red, Dell and Donna Elrod, #538 Bunker Buster and #540 Brimstone; both owned by Gary Blythe.
For the 2008 season the PBBA paid out over $144,000 to event winners at PBBA sanctioned events from OH to GA. The PBBA sanctions open competitions for bulls of any age and pedigree. The 2009 schedule will be posted on the PBBA web site and published in a number of publications. For more information about the Professional Bucking Bull Association www.pbbanow.com, email Mike Porter at mike@pbbanow.com or call Mike Porter at 864-313-9024.
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