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Yvette Vega
Written by: Kari Zubach Indian Rodeo News
Reporter
Name: Yvette Vega
Age: 36
Marital Status: Engaged
Hometown: Polson, Montana
Native American Heritage: Yocut from the Tule River Reservation
Pets: 1 dog named Final
Horses: Rusty (main horse) and Stitch (back-up horse)
Event Worked: Barrel Racing
Favorite Event: Calf Roping
Association member of: United Indian Rodeo Association (UIRA)
Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA)
Northern Rodeo Association (NRA)
National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA)
American West 4D
Rodeo Accomplishments: 2000 Indian National Finals Rodeo Barrel Racing Champion
1998 Rookie of the year in the Montana Pro Rodeo Circuit
7 x United Indian Rodeo Association Barrel Racing Champion
1999 National Barrel Horse Association State Champion
3 x Sam Bird Memorial Barrel Racing Champion
***Crow Fair seems to be the only rodeo Yvette can’t seem to conquer***
When did you start an interest in rodeo?
"When I was a freshman in high school (1980)"
Do you have and rodeo superstitions?
"I always wear blue socks when I compete"
What other sports other than rodeo do you enjoy?
" Horseracing"
What is the funniest thing that you have seen or experienced at a rodeo?
"I enjoy watching Flint Rasmussen the rodeo clown and Whipflash the monkey"
What advice would you give to Indian youth about rodeo or anything in general?
“Nothing will be possible without your faith in God”.
What advice would you give to Indian youth who wanted to participate in rodeo but didn’t have the resources or support to get involved?
"Ask people that are already involved in the sport of rodeo cause most rodeo people are helpful, giving, and encouraging."
Are their any songs that inspire or pump you up before you ride or rope?
"Just music in general"
What would you like to see more of at Indian Rodeos?
"Cowboy Church and more contestants"
What are/is your favorite western movie(s)? "8 Seconds"
What is your favorite music? "Hip Hop"
What was your most memorable ride or run?
"The last run I made at the 2000 Indian National Finals Rodeo. The run wasn’t anything spectacular or special, I just knew that I won and if felt great to know that I was an Indian World Champion."
Who is your all time hero?
"Cody Ohl, because he tied his calf even with a blown out knee. His try, desire, and competitive edge are all qualities I can respect."
What Indian Cowboy or Cowgirl has influenced you to rodeo?
"Sam Bird and Terry Hoyt gave me a lot of advice and help when I first started the Indian Circuit. Traci Vaile also gave me lots of encouragement."
Would you like to thank sponsors and or anyone for your success in rodeo?
"Without my family all of this wouldn’t of been possible. My mom, dad, and brother keep me going and pick me up when I am down. And of course my fiancé Hugh, cause he keeps me going down the road."
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July 2008 Rodeos:
NPIRA Rodeos: visit www.NPIRA.org
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Lodge Grass July 4th
Wyola July 5th
Lame Deer July 6th
NNRCA: 21st Annual Eastern Navajo Agency Fair, Crown Point, NM
July 24-27, 2008 visit
www.NNRCA.org for info
PIRA & RRCA & NCRA Sanctioned All Indian Rodeo
July 12 & 13
Kahkewistahaw First Nation RODEO & POWOW
Located 10 Miles North of Broadview, Saskatchewan
Performance Times 1:00 PM Each Day
Purse: $500 Major Per Day $250 Junior Per Day
Entry Fee: $50 + $5 O/C Major Per Day
$25 + $5 O/C Junior Per Day
SADDLES FOR THE HIGHPOINT COWBOY & COWGIRL
Entry Dates: Monday July 7, 2008 5-10 PM
Call Back: Wednesday July 9, 2008 5-10 PM
CES #: 306-696-3540
Rocky Boy Montana
July 31-August 1-3, 2008
406-638-3808
August 2008 Rodeos:
PIRA & RRCA & NCRA Sanctioned All Indian Rodeo
August 16 & 17
Cathy Bull Memorial Rodeo & NCRA FINALS - Hobbema, AB (DUAL WITH
PIRA)
Enter via NCRA 2-1 Day Rodeos
$500 Added Per Day Major & $250 Per Day Junior
Entries August 11 & 12, 2008 5-10PM Call to Enter: 403-783-6238.
Located at 6B Ranch both performances wil be at exactly 1:00p.m.
sharp!
If there needs to be slack they can contact Larry @ 780-312-8769 or
Clancey @ 780-360-4305.
Crow Fair Rodeo
August 15-17, 2008
406-638-3808
Yakama Legends Casino Rodeo
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National Finals:
International Indian Finals Rodeo
November 6-9, 2008
Wild Horse Pass Rodeo Arena
Chandler, Arizona
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