Final Open Standings

Final Youth Standings

All Around Standings

Pole Standings

James 1:17 says, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows”.  I definitely feel as though Sister is nothing less than a gift from God.  Since we began running in 2006, every ride and every run has been a blessing. 

Sister (Watch Rock N Easy) is definitely a creature of habit.  She finds comfort in routine, and is uneasy with change.  She has a timid personality and is not quick to trust.  Anyone that knows me knows that combining my personality with Sister’s doesn’t sound like a match made in heaven.  Starting out, we did have some personality clashes.  One similarity that stuck out from the start was that neither one of us back down. 

While Sister's quirks were challenging at first, as our trust with each other grew, the things that were once an inconvenience became the things that I love most about her.     

There is a saying that opposites attract, and that seemed to be the case with Sister and I.  The funny thing is how much alike we turned out to be.  I can’t imagine a day without her, she has changed me for the better and I am so grateful to have a horse like her. 

Thank you to Donna for putting on the Purina series.   I'd also like to thank our amazing sponsors, office and arena help, and Sam Bliss for taking amazing photos.  In closing, congratulations to my good friend Judy McCabe on winning her first saddle!     

My name in Jamie Thomas. I am 13 years old and a 8th grader at Syracuse High School. I've been riding horses since I was 5 years old. By the age of 8, I joined 4-H, showing in Western, English, and the speed events. Of course, this is where my love for speed began.

We purchased my horse, Annie (Watch Ann Glo) in 2005. She is now 11 years old and after a couple of years of knocked barrels and hard work, we now are running together as a great team.  Annie has been eating Strategy ever since we purchased her and loving it. We compete in NBHA, Nebraska Jr. High Rodeo, and show in 4-H.

One of my most memorable moments was winning the saddle in April 2010 in the Purina all around division. I would like to thank Donna Rankin and all of her Purina Saddle Series sponsors, including Fran Minnaert.  Also, I want to thank Jim and Carol from Bronco Billy’s for making such a beautiful saddle.

Skippa Rudy Bar (Rudy) and I really didn't care much about poles as we only did barrels.  That was up until last year when I participated in the Jerry Barrett Pole Bending Clinic. Jerry is a very nice man who gave me amazing tips. I used to run 30 second pole patterns. But, with his techniques and guidance, the last day of the Purina Saddle Series I ran a 20.935. Going to Jerry's clinic really got me to start liking Pole Bending and boosted my self esteem. He really helped me and I am very thankful that I went.

I want to thank the sponsors of the Purina Saddle Series -- Fran and Purina Mills, Jim and Carol from Bronco Billy’s, Dr. Stitch and Dr. McInteer from Hillcrest Animal Clinic and Sam Bliss. 

I have to thank my mom, dad and brother for their support, like driving me places since I can't drive . . . YET!  For my aunt, uncle and cousins who take care of and provide Rudy for me.  And to Donna Rankin for sponsoring the events and the help she has given me.