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Fun in the Sun at Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo 2013 in Payson, AZ

From barrel racing to bull riding and from tie down to steer wrestling, this PRCA Rodeo captured by Cowboy Lifestyle Network was fun for people of all ages.


Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo 2013 bull rider and roper

Gary Hardt: talented bull rider and roper


In the middle of the Payson Event CenterΒ in Payson, Arizona,Β cowboy enthusiasts and spectators of all ages gathered to witness some of the toughest riders in rodeo today during the Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo.
Reflecting on the rich history of Payson’s Spring Rodeo, it is only necessary to honorΒ Gary Hardt who passed away in 1987. Gary Hardt was a very talented bull rider and a well-known roper throughout the Southwest region.
That same year, the community supported the Payson native that lived and loved the cowboy lifestyle and named the Payson Spring Rodeo the β€œGary Hardt Memorial Rodeo” in loving memory of this true cowboy. The Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sanctions this very special rodeo; furthermore, the memorial event benefits local youth with athletic and educational accomplishments.
Fan favorite bullfighter Luke Krout

Fan favorite bullfighter Luke Krout


Cowboy Lifestyle Network was thrilled to attend the 2013 Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo this past month. Fan favorite bullfighter Luke Krout and rodeo announcer Rob Smets took the Payson Spring Rodeo by storm this year, which engaged the energetic audience even more than before. Meanwhile, rodeo participants showed their tenaciously rugged skills as they battled head to head for the top performance of the evening; while at the same time, trying to avoid beat downs and hang-ups.
Rodeo Announcer Rob Smets has been among the elite professional bullfighters for many years

Rodeo announcer Rob Smets


From barrel racing to tie down and from bareback riding to the bull riding, the Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo was a complete success this year. Certainly, all of this wouldn’t be possible without the rodeo announcers, staff, participants, judges, bullfighters, bulldoggers, rodeo clowns, sports medicine team, sponsors, rodeo queens, volunteers and finally, youβ€”the fans.
Special thanks to our supporters of Rodeo: Coors Light, Boot Barn, Wrangler, Walmart, Coors Light RV and Cooper Tires. Without further adieu, take a look at all the action that was captured by CLN and don’t forget to click on and hang on!

Mutton bustin at PRCA Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo 2013 in Payson, AZ

Mutton bustin at PRCA Gary Hardt Memorial Rodeo 2013 in Payson, AZ

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