The Junior World Finals in Vegas!

I am so proud of Francie! Qualifying for Junior World Finals here in Vegas was such a big goal that she set for herself and worked really hard to make it happen. She and Redman had a beautiful run in the first round to place 12th. The second run didn’t go as well as she had hoped (2 barrels down), but she came out of the arena “composed and gracious” as Brian (the best rodeo support dad!) said. She was proud to be in Vegas and happy with the work that they put in to compete on this big of a stage.

She later cheered on her friend who qualified for the short go round and then helped Maisie and JJ get ready for their All-In Barrel race. JJ ended up having an incredible race with Solo! The fastest time out of 625 racers was 14.424 seconds, and those two ran a 14.914 second race, putting them in the ‘1D fastest group!’ Those hours you’re putting in are paying off as well, JJ!

The day before the race, Francie picked out some special earrings from my sister at Yearly Company for her 16th birthday :) My sister was in town for an M5 Entrepreneur highlight at our Cowboy Christmas booth and it was SO fun to see her. My parents came too! We were so lucky to have so much family around at such a fun event.

Francie… you and Redman make quite the team and we are all cheering you on! Can’t wait to see what you do next!