174th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 2011 Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes

A PUBLICATION OF THESTAR OF TEXAS FAIR & RODEO®

WINTER 2013

Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes 74th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 20112

RODEO AUSTIN®

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OFFICERS

Matt Berry, Sr., PresidentShaun Tuggle, President-Elect

Hap Feuerbacher, Secretary-Treasurer

AT-LARGEKeith BerdollJeff Denton

Cindy GreenwoodDavid KardoszEddie Ledesma

Brian LehneLance Lively

Dale Mitschke

PAST PRESIDENTSCurtis Calhoun

Jay EvansHil Stroup

Bryan TeichGilbert Turrieta

Stan VoelkerFred Weber

Kerry Wiggins

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERBucky Lamb

FOR THE LATEST NEWS:Text RODEO to 91011 to join the

Text Insider Club

9100 Decker Lake RoadAustin, Texas 78724

512-919-3000 phone512-919-3005 faxRodeoAustin.com

Info@RodeoAustin.com

Cover art by Paul LanquistPhotographs by Mark Matson, Kirt Steinke

COPYRIGHT © 2013 STAR OF TEXAS FAIR & RODEO

www.facebook.com/rodeoaustinwww.twitter.com/rodeoaustin

www.pinterest.com/rodeoaustin

WELCOME TO THE RODEO AUSTIN KID’S CLUBThe Rodeo Austin Kid’s Club presented by Capitol Cleaners is designed to Promote Youth Education and Preserve Western Heritage to children ages 12 and under. By becoming a member, your child will get roped into the excitement of Rodeo Austin at an early age.

Rodeo Austin Kid’s Club memberships are $20 each and include these exclusive benefits: Montana Silversmiths brass Kid’s Club belt buckle Custom Kid’s Club t-shirt Official Kid’s Club membership card Invitation to Exclusive Kid’s Club events Quarterly E-newsletter E-birthday card

Memberships maybe purchasedonline atRodeoAustin.com.

Rodeo Austin Kid’s ClubDay is Thursday, March

PAGE ONEWelcome to the Rodeo Austin

Kid’s Club PAGE TWO

Rockin’ A Fairgrounds Stage

PAGE THREEProRodeo and Concert Series

PAGE FIVERodeo Austin Super Shootout

PAGE SEVEN Team Rodeo Austin SpotlightOfficial Rodeo Austin Gear

PAGE EIGHTFashion and Fine Art

PAGE NINEBBQ Auction & Dance Moves Downtown

Junior Leaders

PAGE TEN2012 Class of Scholarship Recipients

SIGN UP TODAY!

14th. Get your tickets now for the ProRodeo and Megan & Liz Concert at

RodeoAustin.com.

Austin is the Live Music Capital of the World and Rodeo Austin is bringing you sixteen days of rockin’ bands. Rodeo Austin offers live music for everyone to enjoy. Check out the Rockin’ A Fairgrounds Stage for daily performances at 2:00 pm, 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

New for this year, Rodeo Austin will kick-off opening day on March 8th with a Rockin’ A Fairgrounds Stage concert featuring Casey Donahew Band at 8:00 pm. Fairgrounds admission is $8 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3 to 12. Concert is included with Fairgrounds admission; passes may be purchased online at RodeoAustin.com or at the gate on March 8th.

Friday, March 8, 20132:00 pm – 3:30 pm Amber Lucille 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Rosehill6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Jason Thomas Saturday, March 9, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Janie Balderas2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Jeff Whitehead4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Camille Sanders6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Chad Johnson BandSunday, March 10, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Los Texmaniacs4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Amanda Cevallos6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Stephanie Urbina JonesMonday, March 11, 20132:00 pm – 3:30 pm Shawn Nelson 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Zack Walther6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Clayton Gardner Tuesday, March 12, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Scooter Brown 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm The Brothers Vinyl 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Aaron NavarroWednesday, March 13, 20132:00 pm – 3:30 pm Kristen Redmond 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Dillon Havins 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Shy BlakemanThursday, March 14, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Chaotic 8 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Armadillo Road 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Clay Thrash6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Chris Allbright BandFriday, March 15, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lohman’s Crossing2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Carter Beckworth 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Jonathan Fox6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Weldon HensonSaturday, March 16, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Lohman’s Crossing2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Jeremy Steding4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Sarah Pierce6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Mark McKinney

Sunday, March 17, 2013 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm Pauline Reese2:00 pm – 3:30 pm South Texas Sounds 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Upham Family Band6:00 pm – 7:30 pm William Clark Green Monday, March 18, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Matt Harlan 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Nick Verzosa6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Aaron Einhouse Tuesday, March 19, 20132:00 pm – 3:30 pm The Bad Intentions 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Leland Williams 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm The Magnolia BandWednesday, March 20, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Kris Gordon 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Brandon Bolin 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Kimberly KellyThursday, March 21, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Texas Renegade 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Sam Riggs 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Josh GriderFriday, March 22, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Zach Edwards4:00 pm – 5:30 pm The Washers6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Ryan McBrideSaturday, March 23, 2013 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm Ryan Beaver 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm Brian Burke Band6:00 pm – 7:30 pm The Rankin Twins

ROCKIN’ A STAGE CONCERT SCHEDULE

MARK MCKINNEY

CHAD JOHNSON BAND

THE RANKIN TWINS

kick-off concert featuring casey donahew band

WILLIAM CLARK GREEN STEPHANIE URBINA JONES

The 2013 Main Stage Concert Series features a diverse line-up

and each star-studded performance is coupled with live rodeo action.

ProRodeo & Josh Abbott BandMarch 9, 2013

ProRodeo & Charlie Daniels BandMarch 10, 2013

ProRodeo & Eli Young BandMarch 11, 2013

ProRodeo & Easton CorbinMarch 15, 2013

ProRodeo & Kip MooreMarch 16, 2013

ProRodeo & Merle HaggardMarch 17, 2013

ProRodeo & Josh TurnerMarch 20, 2013

ProRodeo Finals & Kevin FowlerMarch 21, 2013

P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y

P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y

P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y

AGGIE DAY

RED RAIDER DAY LONGHORN DAY

ProRodeo & Sara EvansMarch 12, 2013

ProRodeo & Alabama ShakesMarch 13, 2013

ProRodeo & Megan & LizMarch 14, 2013

ProRodeo & Restless HeartMarch 18, 2013

ProRodeo & Three Dog NightMarch 19, 2013

Xtreme Bulls & Kyle Park featuring Cody JohnsonMarch 22, 2013

Super Shootout & Gary AllanMarch 23, 2013

P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y

P R E S E N T E D B Y P R E S E N T E D B Y

P R E S E N T E D B Y

AMD

P R E S E N T E D B Y

KID’S CLUB DAY

SCHOLARSHIP DAY

HILLTOPPER DAY

JUNIOR LEADER DAY

howcasing some of the best competition to hit the rodeo arena, the Super Shootout is a four event contest featuring the world’s best athletes

in a head to head battle for the right to be called Champion. This invitational event will spotlight ten contestants each in Bareback Riding, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronc Riding, and Bull Riding, competing for $50,000 in prize money. In order to fill the 40 contestant spots, Rodeo Austin will invite only the best athletes from around the world.

This hoof-stomping, heart-pounding event will close out the Fair and Rodeo on Saturday, March 23rd.

Fans will also get to rally behind a TEAM RODEO AUSTIN member in each event. Get ready for a supercharged four event championship rodeo that will get you fired up!

National recording artist Gary Allan will take the stage after the champions have been named for a rockin’ country concert.

Tickets on sale now at RodeoAustin.com

FIVE

inning contestants in each of the four Super Shooutout events from 10 of North

America’s top rodeos, will be invited to compete. Champions from the following rodeos have been invited:

SIX

Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes 74th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 20118

TEAM RODEO AUSTIN is hard at work gearing up for the 2013 Fair and Rodeo. This issue spotlights Haley Luedke, Corporate Relations Coordinator and Joby Lee Strachan, Exhibits Coordinator.

Rodeo Austin’s official Souvenir Shop offers top quality gear ranging from t-shirts and caps to collectors’ items such as year pins and belt buckles.

Haley grew up just down the road from Waco, Texas in the small town of Mart. She graduated from the University of Texas and received her degree in Sports Management. Haley is no stranger to the world of Rodeo and spent time working in the sponsorship department at Professional Bull Riders (PBR) in Colorado. As the Corporate Relations Coordinator, Haley works with over 70 corporate sponsors. During the Fair and Rodeo drop by the RAM Test Drive exhibit and say “hi” to Haley.

Joby Lee was raised in Fort Hancock on her family’s cotton farm, but she’s lived in New Mexico, North Carolina and the Big Apple. She graduated from New Mexico State Univeristy with a degree in Marketing and went on to receive her Masters at the University of North Carolina-Greensboro. As the Exhibits Coordinator, she handles the carnival, commercial exhibits and food vendors. She works with over 200 vendors and can be found on the Fairgrounds from dusk till dawn ensuring all exhibits are up and running without a hitch.

This year the Souvenir Shop can also be found online where users are able to shop all the latest gear and make purchases with ease.

Whether you’re a collector looking for unique souvenirs or need gift ideas for family and friends, the Rodeo Austin Souvenir Shop is the place to shop.

Visit Rodeo Austin.com to browse the latest Rodeo Austin fashion and don’t forget to stop by the completely revamped Rodeo Austin Shop on the Mezzanine during the Fair and Rodeo.

Haley Luedke, Corporate Relations Coordinator

Joby Lee Strachan,Exhibits Coordinator

974th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 2011 Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes

On Saturday, January 26th, Rodeo Austin held the first ever Fashion and Fine Art event presented by Ford. A combination of the Youth Western Art Show and Miss Rodeo Austin Style Show & Coronation; Fashion and Fine Art hosted students from across the state at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Austin.

Guests enjoyed hors d’oeuvres and cocktails as they made their way through the student gallery during the Youth Western Art Show. This contest allows students to express their creativity in the form of photography, digital art and traditional art (illustrations and sculptures) following a Western theme. High school students from across the state submitted their entries and attended the event in hopes of earning one of the top 24

and

Pictured above: Max Haager,Grand Champion - Traditional Art

Pictured above: Allison Freeman,Reserve Grand Champion - Traditional Art

spots. The top 24 pieces will be sold at the Youth Auction on March 22nd at the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum.

Following the Youth Western Art Show, the Miss Rodeo Austin Style Show & Coronation ensued in the Kodosky Lounge. Eleven bright and beautiful ladies competed for the title of Miss Rodeo Austin and Miss Rodeo Austin Princess. During the Style Show, the contestants modeled unique designs and struck a pose in their best formal wear as they hit the stage for the Style Show. The winners were announced at the conclusion of the evening.

Miss Rodeo Austin 2013 is Alex Ingram of New Braunfels, Texas who will be awarded a $16,000 scholarship. McKenna Greene from Inez, Texas is Miss Rodeo Austin Princess 2013 and will receive a $10,000 scholarship. In the past four years, five Miss Rodeo Austin winners have received titles at the Miss Rodeo Texas Pageant. Miss Rodeo Austin and Miss Rodeo Austin Princess will take the crown at the first Rodeo performance in March.

Pictured above left to right: Miss Rodeo Austin Princess 2013, McKenna Greene poses withMiss Rodeo Austin 2013, Alex Ingram during the Miss Rodeo Austin Style Show & Coronation

on Saturday, January 26th at the Long Center for the Performing Arts.

Congratulations Ladies

EIGHT

Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes 74th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 201110

The Junior Leader Program is one of Rodeo Austin’s newest membership levels. Junior Leaders are young men and women, ages 13 to 20, who participate as volunteers as well as serve as ambassadors for Rodeo Austin. As Junior Leaders, students learn valuable lessons and have the opportunity to interact with their community by promoting youth education and preserving western heritage.

Students involved in the Junior Leader Program have the opportunity to experience various aspects of the organization by working with a variety of committees on special projects.

bbq auction &Dance movesDowntownJoin Rodeo Austin for an evening on the town featuring Texas BBQ, shopping and live entertainment at the BBQ Auction & Dance presented by Ford and Niece Equipment on Saturday, March 2nd. This year’s event moves downtown to the Austin Music Hall where guests will enjoy the talent of Asleep at the Wheel. The evening will begin at 6:00 pm with happy hour, buffet and an auction preview. Following happy hour, guests

will enjoy opportunities to bid and purchase items such as hunting trips, fishing charters, golf packages and more. Funds generated during the BBQ Auction & Dance support the Rodeo Austin mission Promoting Youth Education – Preserving Western Heritage.

Individual tickets may be purchased for $35; tables range in price from $500 to $750. Tickets and tables are available for purchase online at RodeoAustin.com or by calling 512-919-3000.

Asleep at the Wheel to performat the BBQ Auction & Dance

Twenty-eight community-oriented and ambitious students will represent the 2013 Junior Leaders Team.

2013 Junior Leaders

Jasmin CedilloElaine JacksonEllerie JacksonKelsey LesemanKelsey SconciMiranda ReyesRiley SyzdekKristi DickinsonJessica HancockMichelle King

To learn more about the Junior Leader Program, visitRodeoAustin.com.

Codi OchoaHarper OrtsKelcy HorneHeather HuertaBethany KondikAllie LathamAmanda RohanKaitlin MeurinHayley HeldAngelica Frias

Carlye CookAriya VillegasKatelyn PollardAJ LawrenceBlake KirkhamAustin James WaldropSaxon BurgessColby Talley

NINE

1174th Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo, March 11-26, 2011 Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo BehInd the Chutes

Frank EspinozaUniversity of Texas$8,000

Dulcie FieldsTexas A&M Univesity$8,000

Scott FlemingTexas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine$10,000

Ariana GarciaSt. Edward’s University$8,000

Amber GarzaUniversity of Texas$8,000

Jacob BergerUniversity of Texas$8,000

Ashley BergfieldMiss Rodeo Austin$16,000

Hannah BlackTexas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine$10,000

Courtney CarrollUniversity of Texas$8,000

Jenna DavisTexas A&M University$8,000

Ellen DensonUniversity of Texas$8,000

Karina GonzalezAustin Community College$5,000

Sunny EklundTexas A&M University$16,000

Courtney MooreTexas 4-H Foundation$16,000

Kellam NabersTexas FFA Foundation$16,000

Kaci PavlicekUniversity of Texas$8,000

Hannah RahamanTexas A&M University$8,000

Austin RespondekAustin Community College$5,000

Autumn RitcheyTexas Tech University$8,000

Cristina RodriguezTexas State University$16,000

Chelsea RuschTexas State University$8,000

Dava SmetanaTexas 4-H Foundation$16,000

Chelsea SmithNelson Puett Foundation$16,000

Hannah TomlinsonMiss Rodeo Austin Princess$10,000

Greg SalazarTexas FFA Foundation$16,000

Cristabella Trimble-QuizUnversity of Texas$8,000

Taylor ShackelfordTexas Tech University$8,000

Susan TurnerTexas State University$8,000

Carling UrbenSam Houston State University$8,000

Blake VineyardWest Texas A&M University$8,000

Crimson WallaceAustin Community College$5,000

Kirby VineyardTexas Tech University$16,0000

Amanda WeaverTexas 4-H Foundation$16,000

Holton WestbrookTexas Tech University$8,000

Savhana WotringHuston-Tillotson University$8,000

Christine MafanaSt. Edward’s University$16,000

Remi McCalleyTexas A&M University$8,000

Brady JohnsonTexas A&M University$8,000

Kendel LipeTexas A&M University$8,000

Kaitlin HairstonUniversity of Texas$16,000

Tammy HarterUniversity of Texas$8,000

Christopher GulickTexas Tech University$8,000

Shannon KahldenUniversity of Texas$8,000

Scotta FaulkenberryTexas FFA Foundation$16,000

$469,000 in ScholarshipsAwarded to 45 Texas Students

Asleep at the Wheel to performat the BBQ Auction & Dance

“Without the Rodeo Austin scholarship, attending Texas A&M University would not be possible. I am truly grateful to those who generously donated to make my dream of an education a reality.” Sunny Eklund

“I am blessed that Rodeo Austin has been so generous to help with my college funding through the FFA Program. Their support motivates me to be successful and be able to give back the way they have done for me.” Kellam Nabers TEN

Star of Texas Fair & Rodeo®

9100 Decker Lake RoadAustin, Texas 78724RodeoAustin.com

NONPROFIT ORG.U.S. POSTAGE

PAIDAUSTIN, TX

PERMIT #138

Follow Rodeo Austin for Your Chance to Win!

There’s never been a better time to follow Rodeo Austin on Facebook and Twitter. Receive the latest updates on exclusive Rodeo Austin events, get news about the 2013 Fair and Rodeo and stay tuned for a chance to win tickets to the ProRodeo and Concert Series!

To learn more, visit facebook.com/rodeoaustin and “Like”

page or check out twitter.com/rodeoaustin.

And don’t forget to download the FREE Rodeo Austin mobile application for iPhone and Android devices.

FEBRUARY 9TH ..........Rodeo Austin Gala Palmer Events Center

MARCH 1ST ..................Cowboy Breakfast

Auditorium Shores

MARCH 2ND ..................BBQ Auction & Dance

Austin Music Hall

MARCH 8TH-23RD........Rodeo Austin

Travis County Expo Center

March 8th

..............Casey Donahew Band

March 15th-16th

....

March 21st

..............All Star Series Finals

March 22nd-23rd ....Bullet Proof Blowout

MAY 13TH.......................Cowboy Classic Golf Tournament

Lost Creek Country Club

For more information about each event, visit RodeoAustin.com.

March 22nd..............Xtreme Bulls

March 23rd ..............Rodeo Austin Super Shootout

March 22nd..............Youth AuctionBob Bullock TexasState History Museum