Schiffner competes at CFR

Tyler Lowey
Times Reporter

 

One of Canada’s greatest bull riders returned from the Canadian Finals Rodeo feeling a little disappointed and empty-handed.
“This is the greatest place to be for any cowboy,” said Schiffner. “But, truthfully, it was a little disappointing this time. Everyone wants to go up (there) with the thoughts of becoming a Canadian champion and it didn’t work out.”
For Schiffner, it was his record-smashing 16th trip to the CFR, as he was searching for an elusive third national title.
Schiffner was bucked off his rides during the Nov. 9, Nov. 11 and Nov. 12 evening shows. He thought he racked up a solid ride Nov. 13, but was disqualified for a slap violation.
“The bulls are athletes too. They know what’s coming and they want to show off. I made a few little mistakes and you can’t do that at this level,” said Schiffner.
The 36-year-old still got the better of a pair of bulls. He registered an 86, good enough for second place during the Nov. 12 matinee ride, and a 79.50 on Nov. 10, good enough for eighth.
Jordan Hansen of Calgary was crowned the Canadian champion and the CFR Aggregate Winner.
“I know Jordan pretty good and I’m happy for him. He worked hard all year and came off an injury, so it was nice to see him succeed, You know, we are all friends and competitors. It might be an individual sport, but we have all leaned on each other at one point in time,” said Schiffner, who walked away with $9,164.35 in prize money from the CFR.
Going forward, Schiffner will head to Regina for a small rodeo next week, and then he plans to take some much-needed time off to rest up for next year.