{"id":22044,"date":"2013-09-12T23:04:54","date_gmt":"2013-09-13T04:04:54","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/swanriver.valleybiz.ca\/news\/?p=22044"},"modified":"2014-03-28T17:06:05","modified_gmt":"2014-03-28T22:06:05","slug":"skills-challenged-at-blue-sky-penning-jackpot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swanriver.valleybiz.ca\/news\/2013\/09\/12\/skills-challenged-at-blue-sky-penning-jackpot\/","title":{"rendered":"Skills Challenged at Blue Sky Team Cattle Penning Jackpot"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Submitted by:
\nMichelle Buck |<\/p>\n

Sunday, September 8, 2013 saw 40 teams participating in the annual fall Blue Sky Team Cattle Penning Jackpot just south of Benito, MB.
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The weather was perfect for cows, horses, and riders, and the slightly lower than usual turnout for teams meant there was no rush. After a late start, the 40 teams each took their turn against the herd. The cows were cooperative, and lulled everyone into complacency, waiting until after our leisurely lunch break to really put us to the test. <\/p>\n

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A few teams got a No Time as the cows challenged their skills, and one or two DQ\u2019d with a roughing call for being \u201ctoo enthusiastic\u201d. By day\u2019s end, everyone was moving a lot faster than they started, averaging 15-20 seconds faster in their second runs.<\/p>\n

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We saw some new faces amongst the old faithful\u2019s on Sunday, both in the Youth and Open classes, and we were thrilled to have them. We also appreciate the teams that drove long distances to join us on Sunday. <\/p>\n

A big thank you goes out to the crew from The Gateway in Benito for running a canteen and keeping us well supplied with fresh burgers, coffee and puffed wheat cake! No event is complete without food \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

We entertained a few spectators throughout the day, and a lot of cameras were in evidence. <\/p>\n

A Side \u2013 6 Cattle Penned<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>1st place \u2013 Andy & Jodi Suchoplas, Glen Foster \u2013 102.77 seconds<\/p>\n

Belt Buckles sponsored by:
\nM&M Caf\u00e9 and Lounge, Benito
\nRiddles Plumbing & Heating, Swan River
\nMcKay Real Estate & Auction, Swan River<\/p>\n

**This team also had the single fastest run of the day with a time of 29.53 seconds.<\/p>\n

\"\"<\/a>2nd place \u2013 Jeurgen Schubert, Stan Foster, Barney Stehr \u2013 112.35 seconds<\/p>\n

Hair-on Breast Collars sponsored by Swan Valley Veterinary Clinic, Swan River
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\n<\/br>\"\"<\/a>3rd place \u2013 Janie Galloway, Brian Hunter, Sharon Foster \u2013 115.86 seconds<\/p>\n

Bridles, sponsored by Swan Valley Dental Clinic, Swan River
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\n\"\"<\/a>4th place \u2013 Janie Galloway, Mark Fraser, Kim Parks \u2013 118.21 seconds<\/p>\n

Hay bags, sponsored by Schneider & Sons Insurance, Benito
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\n<\/br>\"\"<\/a>5th place \u2013 Carmi Hrabarchuk, Stan Foster, Sharon Foster \u2013 122.90 seconds<\/p>\n

Cash prize, sponsored by Blue Sky Arena
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\n\"\"<\/a>B Side \u2013 3 Cattle Penned<\/strong><\/p>\n

1st place \u2013 Janie Galloway, Mark Fraser, Kim Parks \u2013 44.55 seconds<\/p>\n

Sweet Feed, sponsored by Swan Valley Co-Op Agro<\/p>\n

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\n\"\"<\/a>2nd place \u2013 Janie Galloway, Judy Anderson, Pam Nickel \u2013 55.57 seconds<\/p>\n

Club chairs, sponsored by Blue Sky Arena
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\n\"\"<\/a>3rd place \u2013 Gerry Pisker, Kim Kindiak, Brian Hunter \u2013 58.17 seconds<\/p>\n

Hay bags, sponsored by Benito Health Care Plus, Benito
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\"\"<\/a><\/br>Slowest Time on 6!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Jodi Suchoplas, Mark Fraser, Kristina Lies \u2013 2:10:11<\/p>\n

Travel Mugs, sponsored by Cook & Cooke Financial
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Gerry Pisker, Michelle Buck, Brian Hunter \u2013 37.3<\/p>\n

Cash prize, sponsored by Blue Sky Arena
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1st place \u2013 Madeline & Kreece \u2013 4:91:00 on six head of cattle
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\"\"<\/a><\/br>2nd place \u2013 Justin & Kreece \u2013 1:59:75 on three head of cattle<\/p>\n

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Blizzard coupons, $15 cash, and pick-a-prize
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\nThe fall jackpot is our final event of the year, and concludes our summer series of weekly practices. We\u2019ll be back in the arena again the first Friday of May 2014. For more information on what team penning is all about, and how to get involved, contact Stan and Sharon Foster at 204-539-2345, or Michelle Buck at 204-525-4304.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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