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Yippee! Rodeo, parade crowds jump
Some 6,000 people attended weekend rodeo events, a 20 percent jump from last year, said Payson Director of Tourism and Economic Vitality Cameron Davis. Although the number of competitors and prize money declined this year, Davis credited a $13,000 advertising campaign in the Valley and nearby towns with a heartening increase in attendance. In addition, the Saturday morning Rodeo Parade down Main Street drew more than 1,000 spectators and 71 entries, up from 42 last year, said Davis.
Craig Begay, a seasoned veteran of bull riding, managed to ride Equal Justice for the full eight seconds and then some as he walked away with plenty of points in this event, Saturday, Aug. 16. Thor Smith from Buckeye Arizona, won the Bull Riding during the sunday performance. He was 85 points on Equal Justice, won almost $1700 and a very nice buckle.
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