3 Strathmore teens off to Provincials

Posted on: J A McRae

 Shannon LeClair – Times Reporter

The Alberta High School Rodeo Association hosted their final two day rodeo in Strathmore over the long weekend.

There were seven Strathmore teens competing, doing things from bull riding to the barrels, to the poles. The weather wasn’t the best but it didn’t stop the kids from giving their all. More than 30 volunteers from the agricultural society, the rodeo committee and the community came out to help host the rodeo.

“A lot of preparation and hard work by our club members and volunteers all came together for a successful conclusion to the Alberta High School Rodeo Association regular season,” said Dan Dowler, Strathmore & District High School Rodeo Club Coordinator.

“Despite the cold, windy weather it was good,” said Myrna Johnson, whose children Dawson and Dusty competed.

There were 13 rodeos held for the season. In Strathmore there were10 events hosted each day, and 221 participants. 

“We would like to thank our many volunteers and sponsors who make this rodeo possible.  We could not run this rodeo without them,” said Dowler. 

Jordan Arbuthnott finished first overall in Bull Riding, Kasper Roy took second in Team Roping, Shane Krywcun finished second in Steer Wrestling, Dawson Johnson finished sixth in Tie Down Roping, Lance Dowler finished seventh in Tie Down Roping, Lance Dowler finished 12 in Team Roping, Dusty Johnson finished 16 in Barrels, and Kim Arbuthnott finished 32 in Barrels.

“We have 3 of our club members that will move on to compete in the Alberta Provincial Finals in Ponoka on June 11 to 13,” said Dowler. Jordan Arbuthnott will compete in Bull Riding, Kasper Roy will compete in Team Roping, and Shane Krywcun will compete in Steer Wrestling.