Rope Myers
Rope Myers (
ropemyers.com) was born to be a rodeo cowboy. Not only were his parents, Butch and Fanchone, actively competing in the sport, so was most of his entire extended family. The 1992 PRCA Rookie of the Year, Myers has qualified for the WNFR nine times in the steer wrestling event. In 2001, Rope became the World Champion Steer Wrestler, while smashing the NFR arena average and the record for steer wrestling earnings in one year. His record of 37.4 seconds on ten head of steers still stands today. He was also the 2002 Gold Medalist at the Olympic Command Performance Rodeo in Salt Lake City. His career is peppered with championships and titles and he’s been featured in several national print publications, in addition to television shows and news programs such as CBS’ 48 Hours, Samarai Sportsman, Cowboy Church on RFD-TV, and Proud of East Texas. Rope was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame in 2009, an honor bestowed on individuals who have shown excellence in competition, business, and support of rodeo and the western lifestyle in Texas. Rope and his wife, Candice, a three-time nominee for the Christian Country Music Association’s Female Vocalist of the Year award, have combined their talents and influence into a ministry designed to evangelize the lost, build up the believer, and encourage unity in the Body of Christ. Their ministry includes services at rodeos, cowboy and mainstream churches, Bible studies, and concerts. In 2004, Rope began a consultant relationship with Sky Ranch Camps, and now serves there full time, serving as Director of Cowboy Ministries. In addition to the camp’s horse program, Myers developed and directs Sky Ranch Champions Rodeo Camps, a series of events, camps and clinics designed for the next generation of rodeo competitors – developing their skills, character, and faith. The Myers’ ministry, White Riata, is based in east Texas, where they live with their three children, Layton, Holden, and Tierney.
Chad Hennings
Although best known for his role with America's Team, Chad Hennings' (
chadhennings.com) successes began long before his professional football career. An accomplished lineman in high school, Hennings was offered full scholarships from universities across the nation. Instead, he chose to attend the U.S. Air Force Academy, where he racked up numerous honors academically and on the gridiron. Named most valuable athlete at the academy, he earned defensive player of the year honors from the Western Athletic Conference and was named to the WAC's All-Decade Team. In addition, he received the 1987 Outland Trophy, given to the country’s outstanding lineman, and the most valuable player designation at the 1988 Freedom Bowl. A two-time Academic All-American, Hennings was inducted into the GTE Academic All-American Hall of Fame. His exemplary achievements put him at the top of many draft lists and earned him a spot on the Dallas Cowboys’ roster, but Hennings postponed his entry into the National Football League to fulfill his commitment to the U.S. Air Force. He entered the Euro-NATO program, a training program for top pilots, and soon found himself at the controls of the A-10 Thunderbolt. During his four-year stint with the Air Force, Hennings flew 45 missions in support of Operation Provide Comfort in northern Iraq, an effort that helped provide relief and humanitarian aid to Kurdish refugees. He received two aerial achievement medals, a humanitarian award and an outstanding unit award for his actions in the service. After his discharge, Hennings joined the Dallas Cowboys, quickly earning a starting position as a defensive lineman. He spent his entire 9-year professional football career with the Cowboys, retiring in 2001 with three Super Bowl rings. His knowledge of the game and recognizable personality led to co-hosting gigs on various radio and television shows about the Cowboys. Chad is the president of Hennings Management Corporation, a marketing and consulting company. He is also a principal in TRW, a rock retaining wall business.
Joe Beaver
Joe Beaver (
joebeaver.com), Eight Time World Champion Rodeo Cowboy, is a member of the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, turned pro in 1985, and won his first World Championship as All-Around Cowboy. Since then, he has won two more All-Around Cowboy World Championships and five World Championships in Tie-Down Roping. His career earnings of $2,656,736 through 2006 make him the PRCA all-time career earnings leader. Joe has a reputation as one of sport's great ambassadors. In addition to his athleticism Joe is also a teacher of winning techniques and orchestrates Roping Schools across the world. What makes this cowboy from Huntsville excel in every endeavor? Joe welcomed God into his life a number of years back and regrets that he did not do it sooner. He believes that his faith has made a tremendous difference in his life and overall well-being. Regardless of the hurdle, Joe believes that his commitment to faith has kept him winning - inside, as well as outside of the arena. Joe is married to Jenna a professional barrel racer and the owner of Frameworks and Art Gallery in Huntsville, TX. When Joe is not on the road, he resides with his wife and son, Brody in Huntsville, Texas. Joe's #1 fan is his son, a junior at Huntsville High School; Brody continues to pursue a career in modeling and acting. You may remember his performance in the star-studded "Grand Champion." He continues to excel in the "Cutting Horse" arena.
Walt Garrison
Walter Garrison is a retired fullback who played for the Dallas Cowboys. Garrison was drafted in the fifth round of the 1966 NFL Draft out of Oklahoma State University where he was a two-time All Big Eight Conference choice. Known for his toughness and dependability, Garrison took over at fullback after the
retirement of Don Perkins in 1968. He led the team in receiving in 1971 with 40 catches and a 9.9 per catch average. He finished his career with 3,886 yards rushing and 1,794 yards receiving. A "real" cowboy, Garrison spent time on the professional rodeo circuit during the football off-seasons. His signing bonus with the Cowboys in 1966 included a horse trailer. A knee injury he sustained in an exhibition steer wrestling accident at the College National Rodeo Finals in 1974 ended his pro football career. In 1988 he published his biography "Once a Cowboy" with writer John Tullius. One of the more humorous sports quotes was attributed to Cowboy quarterback Don Meredith speaking about Garrison's dependability, "If it was third down, and you needed four yards, if you'd get the ball to Walt Garrison, he'd get ya five. And if was third down and ya needed 20 yards, if you'd get the ball to Walt Garrison, by God, he'd get you five."
Jenna Paulette
Jenna Paulette is an upcoming country artist from Dallas, Texas. Winner of the Big D Opry’s talent competition in October, 2009, Jenna is a student at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) on a vocal scholarship. She writes her own music, a blend of mainstream country with a bit of bluegrass. Jenna has collaborated with songwriters like Tony Williamson, Rad Andy, and Larry Perkins. She recently performed at the Oscar Hammerstein Awards in New York City as a featured artist with SCAD’s six-member executive ensemble. “Best Foot Forward” is the title of her upcoming EP. Keep your eyes on
www.Myspace.com/JennaPauletteMusic for updates on tracks from the album and release dates.