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STOCK CONTRACTOR ~ FRONTIER RODEO COMPANY
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Jerry Nelson’s Frontier Rodeo Company was established in 1991 and is now one of the world’s largest rodeo stock contracting companies.
The ranch spans over 10,000 acres in Northwest Oklahoma and is home to the vast herd of rodeo livestock and over 500 head of beef cattle.
Nelson didn’t have a goal of making a lot of money or to achieve fame with this venture. He loved rodeo, especially bulls and was determined to make the sport better than it was. And he did just that! In the early 1990s he purchased 50 acres of land near Hamshire, TX, and constructed a rodeo arena. In 1992 he invested in a bucking bull and traveled the rodeo circuit with him for a few years.
Frontier Rodeo Company quickly grew and branched out in the mid-1990s when Nelson began forming a staff. Now, Frontier contracts rodeo stock throughout the United States from Florida to Elko Nevada. The company’s list of awards and honors include 9-time PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) Stock Contractor of the Year, 2022 PRCA Bareback Horse of the Year (Gun Fire), 4-time PRCA Saddle Bronc Horse of the Year (Medicine Woman), 2-time PRCA Bareback Horse of the Year (Full Baggage), 2013 PRCA Saddle Bronc Horse of the Year (Maple Leaf) & they've been the recipient of the Remuda Award twice (2012 & 2016). The Remuda is an award given by the PRCA for a high caliber herd of bucking horses. In 2019 they were recognized as the WPRA (Women's Professional Rodeo Association) Stock Contractor of the Year and they’ve been named the PRCA Xtreme Bulls Stock Contractor of the Year three-times.
At the 2012 National Finals Rodeo (NFR), Frontier Rodeo Company became the first PRCA stock contractor to have the top bareback horse at the National Finals four years in a row and in 2011 the company was first to win both bareback and saddle bronc Horse of the Year awards in the same year.
Numerous other awards have been earned by the company’s horses and bulls. And, yes, the early bull herd included Jerry’s first bull, Tough Enough, who had been “retired.”
Nelson and wife, Beverly, have been married for over 40 years and have two children, Candace and Jerry III (Bubba) and four grandchildren, who he lists as one of his favorite hobbies, along with basketball, rodeo, bulls and horses.
Nelson remains industrious and enjoys 12-to-14-hour workdays with the rodeo business and other business ventures, including Maverick International in Winnie, TX , The Stables in Freedom, OK and Frontier Rodeo Coffee based out of Winnie, TX.
Nelson got his start in the oil business when he was 18 and still maintains that business along with his son in Winnie, TX.
While Frontier Rodeo Company is based out of Freedom and owned by Jerry Nelson, two other men are an important part of success and growth of the company. They are 8x PRCA World Champion Bull Rider Donnie Gay who is the general manager and Heath Stewart, rodeo manager and ranch foreman. With the staff and workers which have been assembled, Frontier Rodeo Company will no doubt continue to provide what the cowboys want…the best bucking stock!
RODEO CLOWN ~ ROCKIN ROBBIE HODGES
Rockin’ Robbie Hodges is one of the most recognizable faces—and voices—in professional rodeo today. A barrelman, entertainer, and crowd favorite for over two decades, Robbie brings unmatched energy, lightning-fast wit, and fearless barrel work to every arena he enters. With a long list of accolades—including 2010 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo Barrelman and multiple-time Coors Man in the Can nominee—Robbie has earned the respect of contestants, contractors, and rodeo fans across the country. He doesn’t just stand in the barrel—he uses it, moving with purpose to help protect bull riders and support the bullfighters, all while making the crowd laugh until the last bull bucks. What truly sets Robbie apart is his authenticity. Whether he’s delivering a showstopping comedy act, walking through the stands shaking hands, or staying late to sign autographs for kids, he connects with people. Every performance is personal, because every crowd matters.
SPECIALTY ACT ~ TOMAS GARCILAZO
¡Hola! I’m Tomás Garcilazo, born and raised in Mexico City and proud to be a third-generation Charro. For me, it all started with a dream as a kid of sharing the art of La Charrería with the world. From the time I could hold a rope, I’ve been immersed in Mexico’s national sport, and that childhood dream has guided every step of my journey.
My rope has taken me to places bigger than my dream opening doors to see the world, meet incredible people, and share my heritage far beyond what that little boy in Mexico City could have imagined. My passion for preserving and sharing Charrería has taken me across the globe, performing in some of the most
prestigious arenas and events in the Western world. I’m known for my artistry with the maguey rope and my refined horsemanship, blending tradition with showmanship to keep our culture alive and inspiring. Over the years, I’ve had the honor of performing at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR), the Super Bowl of rodeo and countless other stages that celebrate Western heritage.
Today, I perform alongside my wife and children in our family act, “Charro on the Road”, traveling year-round to share the beauty of our heritage. One of my greatest joys is watching the next generation, especially my son Louis, carry on our legacy with pride and passion.
I’m deeply proud to be Mexican, while embracing and celebrating the American culture that has welcomed our family, and cherishing the French roots my wife brings into our home. In fact, something unique about our family is that we speak English, Spanish, and French every day, sometimes all at once, which makes our conversations just as colorful as our performances.
When I’m not in the arena, you’ll find me discovering the beauty of this country with my family, from wide-open plains to small-town rodeos, making memories and finding inspiration in every mile we travel. Whether performing in front of thousands or teaching one-on-one, my mission is simple: to honor the past, celebrate the present, and inspire the future of Charrería, all while living out that dream I had as a little boy.
ANNOUNCER ~ SCOTT GROVER
Scott Grover, who resides just outside of Kansas City, Missouri with wife Becky and son Statler, and daughter’s Lano and Clemmie, first picked up a microphone at the age of 19. Since that day Scott’s career has grown beyond his wildest dreams. Scott calls the action at numerous events a year from California to New York and Texas to Canada and all points in between.
Scott has been selected six times to call the action at the Ram Prairie Circuit Finals, and selected in 2014 for the Ram National Circuit Finals. Scott also called the action at the Clem McSpadden Nationals Finals Steer Roping, the PBR World Finals and was the WPRA Announcer of the Year in 2017 Along with being the voice at some of the best PRCA rodeo’s he can also be heard at some of the top PBR Events in the World and as a broadcaster for RidePass.com
Scott’s exciting delivery will bring you as close to the action and the contestants as you can get.
Check him out at www.scottgrover.org
ANNOUNCER ~ KADE ROGGE
Kade Rogge hails from Rupert Idaho where his love for rodeo started at a very young age. Which progressed into a very successful High School and College Rodeo career. After many years of competing, he soon found that when it came to his passion in the sport of rodeo it was on the production end of the arena rather than in the center. Since then he has ranked his way among the elite of the rodeo announcers within the PRCA. He has announced rodeos all over the continental United States ranging from Cowtown New Jersey, Dickinson North Dakota, Lufkin Texas, Ellensburg Washington, Nampa Idaho, and Cody, Wyoming. While he's not concentrating on rodeo he focuses on his other passion, Livestock Auctioneering. Where he too is climbing the ranks of champions in the auction block being the 2017 North West Champion. When Kade is not on the road he enjoys spending time with his wife Jasmyn, daughter Rory, and son Rix on their modest cattle ranch north of Rupert. He is excited to be one of the voices of this long-standing institution which is the Silver State Stampede.
WALTON SCOREBOARDS & BACKLASH MEDIA
Several years ago the Silver State Stampede started a lifelong relationship which changed the rodeo forever. We can't even think about what the rodeo was like before the Jumbotron and video that we have today. We owe this to Scott Walton of Walton Scoreboards and Andrew Jones of Backslash Media Inc. and their crews. Setup starts days before the rodeo with several hard working individuals and continues long after that last chute opens or gate closes. The production of the Silver State Stampede on The Cowboy Channel in 2020 was professional and first class!
SOUND ~ ATKINSON SOUND
Atkinson Sound was started in August 1980 by Hoyt Atkinson. Our first jobs were simple DJ systems, use for dances at the local high school. Atkinson Sound is committed to provide the best equipment and personal to every customer. Atkinson Sound has expanded into a regional Sound Rental/Production and Audio Video Integrator. Having grown from what Larry Holt started in 1924 to one of the West’s most preferred audio and video companies; Atkinson Sound is “Sound at its Best” Atkinson Sound was brought in at the last minute to do the sound for the 2020 NFR in Arlington TX as the Globe Life Field sound wasn't up to par for the NFR. They are an invaluable asset to the Silver State Stampede.
SSS BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Officers
Pat Laughlin ~ President
Alkie Mariluch ~ 1st Vice President
Scott Manoukian ~ 2nd V.P.
Cathy Laughlin - Secretary & Treasurer
Board Members
Ralph Chiquete
Bob Rosevear
Julie Gabrielson
Brandon Casey
Matt Smith
COMMITTEE MEMBERS
The Silver State Stampede Association is a non-profit organization relying on the wonderful assistance of many volunteers. Without each and every volunteer and the many duties they do, it would not be possible to put on such an event. If you would like to volunteer please click below to send an email.
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