There was a problem saving your notification. He went from a middle school teacher in Walla Walla, Washington to national rodeo clown rockstar, and his journey began right here in Central Oregon. I had a lot of fun and success roping over the years, but it wasnt a career I could have.. Austin Foss, 85.5, $2,919; 3. In his family, John Harrison is a horse of a different color. John Harrison Rodeo Clown Call us: 817-313-2770 Home About Us Schedule Photo Gallery Interested in learning more about us? /BleedBox [0.0 7.9200063 612.0 799.92] Wyatt Denny, 85, $1,279; 5. Garrett Shadbolt, 82, $2,157; 4. ); /Type /Catalog /ViewerPreferences 4 0 R Kash Wilson, 86.5 points on Bridwell Pro Rodeos Scarlet Lady, $2,902; 2. Fairgrounds - 475 S Main (Exit #257) Click Here for Map }, 2022 High Desert Stampede Results Held in Redmond, Oregon March 23-26, 2022 Total payoff:$141,832. Friday night were partnering with Wrangler and the Tough Enough To Wear Pink Campaign to prove were tough enough! (tie) Zack Brown and Seth Hardwick,[], 2021 High Desert Stampede Results All-around cowboy: Russell Cardoza, $3,491, tie-down roping and team roping. I gradually realized that I was a wimp and I migrated to team roping. Harrison said. MEDIA CENTER; 7UP Seven Months to Vegas!
It comes down to this. endobj , is a family oriented traveling carnival. Anybody that travels for a living will tell you theres definitely positive and definitely negative. He recalled, It did not take long for the excitement to grow and soon the bets were showering down and the pile swelling visibly with such great rapidity that is was marvelous how account could be kept. Use tab to navigate through the menu items. On Saturday, Harrison made his debut at the Tucson Rodeo and provided a different show than most rodeo clowns. Ellensburg Rodeo has been on Harrisons Dream List of Rodeos since he started and he is so excited to be something more than a spectator this year. 84 0 R 85 0 R 86 0 R 87 0 R 88 0 R 89 0 R 90 0 R 91 0 R 92 0 R 93 0 R ALWAYS THE CLASS CLOWN at heart with a passion for education, JJ Harrison has found the perfect partnership in the 811 Awareness Program with the Pipeline Association for Public Awareness (PAPA). Why did he become a rodeo clown? 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John has worked rodeos from coast to coast and has made 10 appearances at the prestigious Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, three times as a specialty act performer and 7 times as a barrelman. "Believe Rodeo Clown has the power to create a bridge from fans to contestants and rodeo in general." JJ is a kid magnet and his efforts are not going unseen. I would say Im just a ball of dancing energy that will be all over the arena in Ellensburg. Harrison said. special event, and hes bringing the laughter as always! Best of the best, with over 30 years experience, his own radio show and WNFR broadcasting experience, Steve is an integral piece of the High Desert Stampede each year. In college he joined the rodeo team as a bull and bronco rider at Washington State University. A rodeo clown, to be exact. In 1981 the GRA changed its name to the Womens Professional Rodeo Association. /Type /StructTreeRoot << The earliest pioneers of the Girls Rodeo Association (GRA) were ropers, bronc riders, and barrel racers. I think it stems from natural ability and my experience in the classroom.. >> The header is the first one to rope and must catch the steer either around the horns, neck, or one horn and the head. << Omak Stampede will continue to mail and receive applications. 1 0 obj } Justin is now one of the most decorated entertainers in the history of the PRCA, winning the PRCA Clown of the Year a record-breaking ten times (2012-2021), Coors Man in the Can in, 2013, 2015 and 2018, and working the prestigious National Finals Rodeo in 2014 before moving on to, host his own NFR preview and live viewing show in Las Vegas. 12 0 obj "Not just Sisters, but Prineville as well and all the rodeos I have done down there. REMINDER: The Rodeo Ticket Office will be moving to the Rodeo Grounds (off of Univeristy Way and Alder) the Saturday before Labor Day Weekend. Draft & Mule Halter Classes - EC. "I'm a ball of energy that is quick witted and eager to find humor in every situation. r JREVEkRV[m!&Vj\t79 Bareback riding:1. 8 a.m. Calgary Stampede Women's Rodeo Sweetheart Tank Top +1. /F10 15 0 R Pat Beard of the Beard Rodeo Company was the first to recognize Harrison's talents in Walla Walla, Washington and hired him for a bull riding competition he put on in Vancouver, Washington. /ColorSpace /DeviceRGB Kirk St. Clair, 82, $962; 5. Jess Pope, 86, $2,674; 3. 2023 by Sutton Rodeo. Nowhere was this more clear than during one rodeo break when a witty and clever rodeo clown decided to get the audience rolling on the floor with his hilarious antics. When the riders were given the go-ahead by the starter, veritable chaos ensued. J.J. Harrison Meet The Clown JJ Harrison grew up in the small town of Okanogan located in Northern Washington State. are in the dirt. that is degrading. /XObject << Top 5 ..shocked Thanks to @weather_guard @LesSchwab @Call811 @MGMGrand @STSRanch @MTSilversmiths pic.twitter.com/QAbfl3lqB3. As an experienced rodeo man, he also has his long list of injuries. endobj That impressive family legacy leaves no space for anyone to be involved in rodeos. Join in! He took his passion to college with him and joined the rodeo team as a bull and bronco rider at Washing State University. I am from the heart of Central Oregon in Prineville. But around 2008, he decided he was too much of a goofball to stay in the classroom. If you are interested in any of the other events listed, please feel free to call the Stampede Office for more information and rodeo tickets. >> } aZVqGi%o P>1IK:sFyR1duu Tim OConnell, 88.5 points on Bridwell Pro Rodeos Meat Sweats, $3,488; 2. % JJ Harrison. All riders must register prior to the ride, Children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult, All horses known to be kickers must have red ribbon tied on tail, Please try to keep one horse length space between you and the horse in front, For safety reasons, do not cross over the center line during ride. The Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo has had 72 consecutive sellouts, so get your tickets early. Shane OConnell, 85.5, $1,977; 4. They were fed up with a system which did not grant them competitive opportunities in the arena and, when it did, operated under unfair conditions.The GRA began with 74 original members with 60 approved contests and total payout of $29,000. >> Be a Champion! Rodeo Clown John Harrison John Harrison rodeo clown and trick roper has been entertaining crowds with his high-energy antics since 1999. >> After giving the calf a head start, the horse and rider begin their chase. Originally, the rodeo clown was a single job combining "bullfighting"the protection of riders thrust from the bull, as well as being an individual who provided comic relief. May 7-8: Mother Lode Round-Up, Sonora. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. Humbled to be in the Hunt for the WNFR. /StructParents 0 He found an interest in rodeo in high school, which led to his being on the Washington State University Rodeo team. Jess Pope, 87.5 points on Bridwell Pro Rodeos Meat Sweats, $3,807; 2. 7 p.m. (T) Pro Rodeo featuring Frontier Airlines Mutton Bustin', Westernaires, JJ Harrison Rodeo Clown - C. 7:30 p.m. (T) An Evening of Dancing Horses - EC. He also uses his platform as a rodeo clown and a former teacher to spread awareness to children in different places about bullying. Come on out and check it out folksyoull lose 10 pounds just watchin me!. I have always loved to perform and make people laugh from the classroom to the arena, the Washington state native said. But even with such deeds and mindset, he is not afraid to voice out that one mustnt be afraid to step back or to simply walk away if something is just out-of-bounds and to wait for the perfect timing to deal it with. Im a ball of energy that is quick witted and eager to find humor in every situation, he said. The differences are so significant that some timed-event cowboys own different horses for different types of arenas. Harrison first joined the PRCA in 1999 as a trick rider, roman rider and trick. >> JJ Harrison: Rodeo Clown, 811 Advocate 4 million people. KC Verhelst & Ben Wrzesinski (photo) . He then moved on tosteer wrestling and riding saddle broncs in junior high, through high school and taking him to a full ridescholarship with Northwestern Oklahoma State University in Alva, Oklahoma. pic.twitter.com/sU6vrL7O #TriCities. Unlike most other professional sports, where contestants are paid salaries regardless of how well they do at a particular competition, cowboys generally pay to enter each rodeo. Kamila's education is listed on their profile. winning the PRCA Clown of the Year a record-breaking ten times (2012-2021), Coors Man in the Can in 2013, 2015 and 2018, and working the prestigious National Finals Rodeo in 2014 before moving on to host his own NFR preview and live viewing show in Las Vegas. << In addition to roping and bronc and bull riding, McShane encouraged the continuation of a thrilling and dangerous race called the mountain race. We would like to thank our long time sponsor, Wrangler, for their continued support. endobj Pickup Men. /Type /XObject Registration for the Ride In will be from 6 to 8 a.m. the morning of the ride at the Okanogan County Fairgrounds main gate. /Parent 2 0 R About John Harrison Rodeo Clown John Harrison and team are affectionately know as "The Clown Family" among rodeo fans and professionals. Clown/Barrel Man. /Type /Page Ive definitely been hurt a lot, Harrison says. ABC, 9pm. /X4 12 0 R If you must pass another rider, let the other rider know you are passing and pass on their LEFT side. The call of rodeo is constant, its such a great sport and way of life that it drew me back in, he said. Website design by. Grey's Anatomy. 7 0 obj /ExtGState << What makes Harrison a good rodeo clown isnt that scripted humor or set jokes most clowns use.
Learning from JJ Harrison, we can observe that one must have an equal amount of passion and reasoning in order to bring out the best in us. April 21-24: Clovis Rodeo, Clovis. Austin Foss, 82.5, $1,644; 4. Long-time Keller resident Henry Kuehne recalled that his parents horse, Diamond, a percheron-Hambletonian cross, won the race twice under the ridership of Tex Martin, a San Poil Indian who was a professional bronc rider of local notoriety. He will be the clown and barrelman at That Famous Preston Night Rodeo this year. Friday, January 25. He only did the gimmick when he had the job, and his employers told him he needs to be goofy. Harrison's off the cuff act is booked nearly year-round. And Harrison has found the perfect recipe, weaving laughs and engagement into his performances. Compared to it, the race they have now is pretty tame. I also had stem cells put in my back. Your account has been registered, and you are now logged in. Before making the decision to pursue rodeo full time, Harrison was a middle school teacher with a graduate degree from Washington State. So put on that pink! CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS. Rumford currently lives in Ponca City, Oklahoma with his wife Ashley, and his 9-year-old triplets, Livi, Lola, and Bandy. Oct. 9-10 San Dimas Western Days Rodeo, San Dimas Florida April 3-4 Ram National Circuit Finals Rodeo, Kissimmee Hawaii Feb. 15-17 Panawea Rodeo Stampede, Hilo Idaho March 6-7 CSI College Rodeo, Twin Falls 8 years. 2)?Ds&5MYAowhobO+ Caleb Bennett, 80.5, $1,064; 5. >> Support Local Business . JJ Harrison has been making the crowds at That Famous Preston Night Rodeo laugh for several years. But these injuries werent enough. It was a time of visiting with family and friends, feasting, dancing, and performing the traditional ceremonies that sustained the spiritual life of the people. /TrimBox [0.0 7.9200063 612.0 799.92] We won't share it with anyone else. Harrisons 11-year-old son Huck has been traveling with him to rodeos for years. The two riders then back their horses to take the slack out of their ropes. But when the performance wraps up and the last trailer leaves the arena, the work continues for Harrison. >> JJ talks about his career as a Rodeo clown/entertainer. The cowboy starts his run behind a barrier with another cowboy called a hazer, who keeps the steer from turning away. The drawbacks are it took us 11 hours to drive here.. /Keywords (DAEydK9ITD8,BACZzS566YQ) Calgary Stampede Youth CS Logo Rope Border T-Shirt +1. window.mc4wp.listeners.push( Their west coast based world champion class livestock is a bonus too. Its his job to distract the bull while the fallen contestant limps out of the arena. "I gradually realized I was a wimp and migrated to team roping." Joe Piazza joins Norm and Brian in the studio. 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