Schiffner climbs standings at PBR

Justin Seward
Times Reporter

 

After winning the first two rounds, Scott Schiffner took on 30 riders and climbed his way to the Top 5, ending the bull-riding season at the Pro Bull Rodeo Finals in Saskatoon last weekend on a high note.
Placing in the Top 5 is an impressive feat for the Strathmore local, who suffered from lingering effects of a concussion from the week before, which he said prevented him from performing to his full potential
“It went alright,” said Schiffner. “I was little off my game for sure from Edmonton, still trying recover a little bit from my concussion. I would’ve liked another week of rest to get ready. I stayed on my first two bulls in the first two rounds and I ended up getting bucked off the bull of the year in the short round. I sure would’ve liked to stay on my last one and ended the season on a real good note.”
He added that he did pass concussion protocols before the event, and knowing he can overcome an injury and compete at a high level at his age was encouraging.
“The thing is you got to put your hand on the rope knowing you’re healthy,” he said.
“If you don’t, you might as well not show up because there’s all of the other guys there that can beat you on any given day. It’s a mental game for sure and one of things to deal with.”
Overall, Schiffner expected more out of himself this season, but now is going to take a few months off and come back refreshed in the spring.