Carthage, Mo. (May 22, 2013) The stakes will be high June 1, 2013 when the Top 15 calf ropers in the world meet in Carthage, Mo., with 15 invited ropers to compete for $100,000.
Presented by Joplin Regional Stockyards and Risen Ranch Cowboy Church, Best of the Best Calf Roping 2013—The Return will host some of the biggest names in rodeo’s calf roping circles including world champions Tuf Cooper, Trevor Brazile, Fred Whitfield, Cody Ohl, Stran Smith and Justin Maass. This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance meet with some of rodeo’s best!
Gates open at 9 a.m. at Joplin Regional Stockyards, I-44 and Exit 22, Carthage, Mo., with a cowboy and sponsor meet and greet. Lunch will be available on-site. The cowboys will be presented at 12-Noon. Best of the Best Calf Roping—The Return is slated for 2 p.m. at the nearby Risen Ranch Cowboy Church Arena. Shuttle service to the arena will be provided with all parking at JRS.
Ticket information is available online at www.joplinstockyards.com and by calling JRS at 417-548-2333. Event proceeds benefit Risen Ranch Cowboy Church.