The Score from The Team Roping Journal

Chelsea Shaffer, host of “The Score,” sat down with Denny Gentry, Lance Robinson, and Chad Beus, founders of the Riata Buckle, to discuss the inaugural $2 million futurity and what’s to come from this event in the future.A special thank you to our sponsors, who support our efforts and believe in the future of the rope horse industry, including Resistol, Fast Back Ropes, Cactus Ropes, Cactus Saddlery, and Equinety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cashing in $62,000 for a time of 34.07 seconds on four head, professional barrel racer Ivy Hurst mounted A Streak Of Fling mare to win the Riata Buckle #10.5 Handi-Lo All-Ages Futurity with her husband Clay. Dru Stewart talks with the couple about the future of Riata Buckle and rope horse industry during this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Smarty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this bonus Roping.com tips episode of "The Short Score," Miles Baker talks about how he uses his left hand in the stop and how that affects the finish of his run. This episode is brought to you by WCRA Rodeo.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bo Crutchfield on Big Valley MS Haida and Chris Littlefield on That Bold Pepto CCL connected on four steers in 33.34 seconds to win $61,000 and the first-ever Riata Buckle Handi-High Futurity, one of five $400,000 ropings at the new $2-million event.Dru Stewart caught up with Crutchfield and Littlefield right after their win, plus the owner of That Bold Pepto CCL, Lyn Ray, on this special episode of “The Short Score,” brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus Roping.com tips episode of "The Score," brought to you by Smarty, Joseph Harrison explains how rope horses require consistent cues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Team Roping Journal’s “The Score” and The Breakaway Roping Journal’s “The Breakaway Breakdown” podcasts are partnering on a special Veterans Day episode featuring co-host Gabby Schiavino, senior managing editor of TRJ and BRJ, with host of "The Breakdown" Casey Allen, who sit down with the Professional Armed Forces Rodeo Association's (PAFRA) power couple, Travis and Jessica Beck, both veterans and rodeo athletes.Along with their own professional rodeo pursuits, both are active members of PAFRA, Charly Crawford’s American Military Celebration (AMC), and Warriors and Rodeo (WAR) and are actively participating in sharing the missions of their respective organizations to bring together men and women who share the bonds of military service to compete in rodeo.The Team Roping Journal‘s Salute to Veterans is brought to you by Equinety. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Texas Panhandle team of Brooke Wilson and Tripp Townsend won the Riata Buckle Handi-Lo #10.5 Futurity, worth $62,000 for roping four steers in 35.76 seconds on two 5-year-olds. Dru Stewart caught up with the champions right after their victory on this episode of “The Score."This episode is brought to you by Bimeda Animal Health.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Colby Lovell and Dakota Kirchenschlager won $90,320 at the inaugural Riata Buckle Pro Futurity at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Nov. 4, 2022. Chelsea Shaffer caught up with the champions right after their victory on this episode of “The Score,” brought to you by Smarty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Colby Lovell and Dakota Kirchenschlager won $90,320 at the inaugural Riata Buckle Pro Futurity at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Nov. 4, 2022. Dru Stewart caught up with the champions right after their victory on this episode of "The Score." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of “The Score,” co-host Jenna Link reads a part of “No Wolves Allowed” by Chelsea Shaffer from the September issue of The Team Roping Journal, which discusses the newest rope horse futurity, the Riata Buckle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by the WCRA, Charly Crawford talks through ways to create winning habits inside and outside the arena. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Boehringer Ingelheim, 26-time World Champion Trevor Brazile talks about letting colts make mistakes rather than micromanaging their progress. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Team Roping Journal attended the 2022 American Rope Horse Futurity Association (ARHFA) World Championships, held Oct. 20-2022, in Fort Worth, Texas. In this episode of "The Score," powered by Bimeda, host Chelsea Shaffer talks with Open Heading World Champion Rhen Richard, Open Heeling World Champion Cade Rice, plus Colby Lovell, Rice's helper at futurities all year and his toughest competitor at the World Championships.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two-time NFR header and Purina Ambassador Kolton Schmidt talks about what you need to focus on in the practice pen to be ready to rope at the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale in Las Vegas. This episode is brought to you by Purina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How and when do you know to get your rope up on the heel side? 13-time NFR heeler Travis Graves breaks it down on this episode of "The Short Score," powered by Purina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In preparation for the ARHFA World Championships, this week's episode, brought to you by Purina, features an audio clip from Roping.com with the Relentless Remuda's Trevor Brazile and Miles Baker talking about how they manage and maintain a young horse's progress in preparation for the big show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Challenging yourself in the practice pen is essential. You need to be prepared for any situation that could arise in competition so that you have the tools to succeed. Listen as Roping.com coach Kolton Schmidt explains more in this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Purina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea Shaffer reads "The Reach," by Julie Mankin from the October 2022 issue of The Team Roping Journal on the latest episode of "The Score," brought to you by Purina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fast Back Ropes brings you this episode of "The Score" with Lightning Aguilera and host Chelsea Shaffer talking about his 2022 Head Horse of the Year, Jess A Moose, also known as Gray. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s episode of “The Short Score,” brought to you by the WCRA, Casey Allen, host of our sister podcast, “The Breakaway Breakdown,” talks to roper, reality TV star, and rodeo announcer Anthony Lucia, as they dive deeper into his team roping roots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Sherwood discusses maintaining a positive attitude and regaining confidence after missing a steer on this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by the WCRA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Score", brought to you by Cactus Ropes, host Chelsea Shaffer catches up with Denny Gentry to talk about the upcoming Riata Buckle futurity—set for November 2022—and gets his answers to some of the most frequently asked questions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Short Score," powered by HorseWeek.tv, seven-time world champion Clay O'Brien Cooper discusses how he mentally prepares himself for competition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Speed Williams is famous for his practice sessions. Find out what this eight-time world champion does when the cameras aren’t rolling to take his game to a new level and increase the pressure on his competition.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whitney DeSalvo, one of the greatest female team ropers of all time, joins guest host Casey Allen on this bonus episode of "The Score," powered by #WomenInRodeoMonth and Durango Boots. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of "The Short Score," powered by Horse Week, the Relentless Remuda's Miles Baker and 26-time World Champion Trevor Brazile explain what they expect from young horses during the 30 days they spend with a colt starter, along with their philosophy of not rushing through the training process. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode of "The Short Score," Roping.com coach Matt Sherwood talks about how to find and contact the best ropers to partner with to ensure your success at jackpots. This bonus episode is brought to you by Horse Week, visit horseweek.tv for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on "The Short Score," brought to you by the WCRA, the Torres brothers talk about their win at the Pendleton Round-Up and Jonathan's top 15 spot.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clay O'Brien Cooper says that breaking down your run into segments is not going to work in competition mode. You need to look at your run more like a play, just like any other sport. Listen to his strategy in this bonus Roping.com tips episode of “The Short Score,” brought to you by the WCRA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The PRCA Horse of the Year Awards presented by the AQHA will open nominations soon, so top cowboys are already weighing their voting options for who deserves the coveted titles.In this episode of "The Score," brought to you by Cactus Ropes, host Chelsea Schaffer talks with Rhen Richard, Riley Minor, Andrew Ward, Chad Masters, Cody Snow, Levi Lord, Patrick Smith, and Joseph Harrison on who their top picks are. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Purina, Casey Allen, host of our sister podcast "The Breakaway Breakdown," talks to roper, reality TV star, and rodeo announcer Anthony Lucia, who proves he's much more than just the man behind the mic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Purina, Clay Tryan, the richest team roper in history shares how he has developed and maintained his mental game in ProRodeo in this bonus clip from The Perfect Spin DVD coming soon to Roping.com.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Purina, Chelsea Schaffer, editor of The Team Roping Journal and host of "The Score," talks with Clay Smith and Jake Long who just won the Ellensburg Rodeo.They discuss their win, Smith shares an update on his return to rodeo following his injury, and Long discusses what it takes to reach the top 15 in the ProRodeo world standings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seven-time world champion Jake Barnes gives his two cents on heeling during this bonus team roping tip episode of "The Short Score," sponsored by Purina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Score," brought to you by Fast Back Ropes, host Chelsea Schaffer reads Julie Mankin's "The Longest-Lasting Heel Horses of All Time." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Not many ropers know more about the ups and downs of rodeo than 26-time World Champion Trevor Brazile and two-time World Champion Patrick Smith. On this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Roping.com, Brazile and Smith discuss how to maintain a "short-term memory" mindset when it comes to team roping. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this bonus episode of "The Short Score," Roping.com coach Dakota Kirchenschlager explains the method that allows him to desensitize his horses while testing the attention span of the ones he's riding.This episode is brought to you by Roping.com. Join now for only $29.95/month and take advantage of step-by-step tutorials, run critiques, private members-only Facebook group, live video demos and other benefits available exclusively to Roping.com members.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With his partner JR Dees, Levi Lord just won the Caldwell Night Rodeo, securing his position within the Top 15. On this episode of "The Short Score," Lord breaks down his runs and talks about securing spot in the ranks. This episode is brought to you by the WCRA.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rope horses should flex and respond to leg pressure and bridle pressure as they learn from the process of pressure and release. In this bonus Roping.com tips episode, Lane Ivy talks about how to reinforce cues in young horses to set them up for success. This episode is brought to you by the WCRA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Team Roping Journal spent the week at the Royal Crown Futurity in Rock Springs, Wyoming. In this episode of "The Score," Host and Editor of Team Roping Journal, Chelsea Schaffer, talks with the winners: Tate Kirchenschlager, Rhen Richard, Britt Williams, Andy Holcomb, and JD Yates.This episode is brought to you by Synergy by Weaver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No.1 ranked Resistol Rookie heeler Junior Zambrano is not only competing for the Rookie of the Year title, but he is also taking advantage of every opportunity to learn while out on the ProRodeo trail. In this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Magic Cushion, Zambrano talks about being a student of the game and shares some advice he received from Cesar de la Cruz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bringing you another episode of "The Short Score" from the Royal Crown, editor of The Team Roping Journal, and host of "The Score", Chelsea Schaffer talks with Rhen Richard, winner of the Royal Crown Open 6 & Under Heading, and Cole Davison, winner of the Royal Crown 6 & Under Heeling.This episode is brought to you by the Royal Crown. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clay Smith is back! Almost five weeks after breaking his right knee and ankle at the World's Oldest Rodeo in Prescott, Arizona, Clay Smith is winning his first two rodeos back at Abilene and Dodge City. In this bonus episode of "The Score," brought to you by the Royal Crown, he discusses his return to rodeo with host Chelsea Schaffer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clay Tryan has become the richest team roper in ProRodeo history with over $3 million in PRCA earnings, exceeding Clay O’Brien Cooper’s record, with the help of Fast Back Ropes. In this episode, Clay O’ talks with host Chelsea Shaffer about the record being broken and Tryan’s competitive edge. During the commercial break, Fast Back Ropes’ Coy Upchurch shares what makes their ropes stand out from the rest.This episode of “The Score” is brought to you by Tryan’s sponsors at Fast Back Ropes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by the WCRA, the legend Clay O'Brien Cooper talks about how he is motivated by the challenge of doing it better, whether it's his roping or his horsemanship, and how he strives to keep evolving as a team roper.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by Absorbine, Dakota Kirchenschlager and Brad Lund explain the rule of three when it comes to managing your time and training your horse to maximize his progress.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The result of roping scared is the same as roping careless - Kolton Schmidt explains more on this bonus episode of "The Short Score," brought to you by the WCRA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Short Score," Chelsea Shaffer reads Julie Mankin's feature article, "Lions of Longevity," which examines the elite head horses that have stood the test of time.This episode is brought to you by Purina. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bobby Harris is an 18x NFR Qualifier, 3x NFR Average Champ, World Champion, ProRodeo Hall of Famer, and producer of the Badlands Bits & Spurs Futurity and he’s joining host Chelsea Shaffer for this episode of “The Score,” brought to you by Weaver. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of "The Short Score," presented by Purina, Roping.com coaches Brad Lund and Dakota Kirchenschlager discuss the importance of being able to control your horse in order to earn consistent wins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.