Which horse(s) are you taking to the finals?
Shadow who is my 12-year-old gelding that I competed on all year.

List a few of your horse(s)' major accomplishments in 2016
He split 2nd and 3rd with Sherry Cervi in Sheridan, WY to win the largest check of my career to date. Placed 2nd in Sidney, MT. He ran a 17:17 on a standard pattern in Plains, MT. This is our fastest time ran on a standard, during a rodeo

What is your horse(s)' style when running barrels? What special qualities does your horse have and what makes him/her unique?
Shadow is a free runner with a pivot style turn on the backside of a barrel. He can usually stand up and run on just about any type of ground.

What is your favorite part of barrel racing and the rodeo lifestyle?
I love everything about it; good, bad or ugly! I like seeing new places through the traveling and experiencing new rodeos, because each one has something that makes it unique! I love to compete and enjoy the rodeo atmosphere! I also love that rodeo is a sport you can do with family and friends!

What is your favorite inspirational quote or saying that you use to keep you going during the year?
"God never gives you a dream that matches your budget. He's not checking your bank account, He's checking your faith!" Unknown

The Run Down
Saddle: Double J Pozzi Pro Racer
Pad: 5 Star
Leg Gear: Iconoclast
Bit: Junior Cow Horse 3 Piece Dog Bone
Feed and Supplements: EquiLix, EquiPride, Rice Bran and Beet Pulp. Oxy-Fluidity and Jailbreak pre race paste by Oxy-Gen.
Additional Care: Sid Erickson works on Shadow every few weeks during the season, to keep him running and feeling his best.
Sponsors: None