| ANNOUNCER: Scott Allen STOCK CONTRACTOR: Slash T Rodeo Company Photographer: WT Bruce Photography BULLFIGHTERS: Jaime Cox & Bud Bentley RODEO SPECIALTY ACT: Donnie Landis |
Rodeo was always a big part of Daniel's life. Anyone who
knew Daniel or met him for the first time soon realized he
was a cowboy in every way.
Daniel died on August 7, 2005 from injuries sustained at a
PRCA rodeo on August 6. He was 19.
The night before he died, he lived one of his dreams. He had
drawn D & H Cattle Company's bucking bull Crossfire
Hurricane at the Idaho Falls PRCA Rodeo. Just to have the
chance to put his rope on this great bull had him on cloud 9.
Though he did not ride Crossfire for eight seconds, he sure
gave him heck for about five. He told a television reporter
that night while he was being interviewed on television,
“This is what I do. I'm going to keep doing it until I can't do
it anymore.”
After being interviewed, two young boys asked him for his
autograph, a first at a pro-rodeo. Daniel pulled off his
number from his vest, then asked them “What was your
favorite event?” They both replied “Bull Riding.” When he
realized that he need something to sign for the other young
boy, he crawled under the walkway to pickup a discarded
number and signed it. Their faces were beaming and they
were so excited.
This rodeo only happens because of the outstanding
corporate support through sponsorships and ticket sales
from those who attend the rodeo every year. This event is a
labor of love not only for his family, but for the committee
members, and the countless volunteers, all of which were
friends or family of Daniel.
It is our goal and commitment to continue doing good things
in his hometown and giving our community the opportunity
to celebrate his life and the sport he so loved.
knew Daniel or met him for the first time soon realized he
was a cowboy in every way.
Daniel died on August 7, 2005 from injuries sustained at a
PRCA rodeo on August 6. He was 19.
The night before he died, he lived one of his dreams. He had
drawn D & H Cattle Company's bucking bull Crossfire
Hurricane at the Idaho Falls PRCA Rodeo. Just to have the
chance to put his rope on this great bull had him on cloud 9.
Though he did not ride Crossfire for eight seconds, he sure
gave him heck for about five. He told a television reporter
that night while he was being interviewed on television,
“This is what I do. I'm going to keep doing it until I can't do
it anymore.”
After being interviewed, two young boys asked him for his
autograph, a first at a pro-rodeo. Daniel pulled off his
number from his vest, then asked them “What was your
favorite event?” They both replied “Bull Riding.” When he
realized that he need something to sign for the other young
boy, he crawled under the walkway to pickup a discarded
number and signed it. Their faces were beaming and they
were so excited.
This rodeo only happens because of the outstanding
corporate support through sponsorships and ticket sales
from those who attend the rodeo every year. This event is a
labor of love not only for his family, but for the committee
members, and the countless volunteers, all of which were
friends or family of Daniel.
It is our goal and commitment to continue doing good things
in his hometown and giving our community the opportunity
to celebrate his life and the sport he so loved.
| Schedule of Events Thursday, June 27, 2013 6:00 pm Rodeo Tailgate Party at El Rancho Park sponsored in part by Kurly's Sports Bar & Grill Come join this family friendly party as part of RODEO DAY's in Mountain Home Friday, June 28 7:00 pm Calf Scramble (Sign Up at 6:45 pm) 7:30 pm Rodeo Begins Saturday, June 29 7:00 pm Calf Scramble (Sign Up at 6:45 pm) 7:30 pm Rodeo Begins Dance Following Rodeo Each Night The Jeff Palmer Band Friday is Pink Shirt night. We would like everyone to wear pink to signify your support for cancer research. Saturday is Military Appreciation night. Please wear your Red, White & Blue to show your support for our men and women who serve our country. |
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WT Bruce Photography - Elko- 2005
| Mountain Home Auto Ranch is proud to present The 8th Annual |
| Daniel Dopps Memorial Ram PRCA Rodeo June 28 & 29, 2013 - Mountain Home, Idaho |
| Wolfe Bros. Hay |
| Daniel on Crossfire Hurricane |
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