RAM PRCA California Circuit Finals Rodeo comes to the A. V. Fairgrounds October 13, 14 & 15

 
Lancaster, CA. October 11, 2017—  The RAM PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) California Circuit Finals Rodeo Committee and the Antelope Valley Fairgrounds today announced the upcoming RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo on October 13th, 14th and 15th.
 
The rodeo will showcase the competitive skills of the top twelve contestants in the California Circuit for all seven rodeo events (bareback riding, bull riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping and barrel racing). And once again, announcing will be provided by Don Jesser and Kelly Kenney.
 
Johnny Zamrzla, Committee Chairman of the RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo 2017 commented,  "We are back with a bigger and better Circuit Finals Rodeo to present to the community.  Together with the Antelope Valley Fair and our many supportive sponsors, we are bringing the top 12 contestants in each of Pro Rodeo’s seven events to compete using the top animal "athletes" that have performed in numerous California rodeos.  This year, these champions will compete for a $176,000 purse. The competition is stiff between the best of the best contestants. We guarantee these three performances will be affordable with our $10 off tickets codes, and good clean fun for the entire family. We look forward to seeing you at the rodeo!"
 
Rodeo festivities kick-off on Friday, October 13th, Patriot Day, where fans are encouraged to wear red, white and blue. The gates open at 5p.m., and the Rodeo will begin at 7:00p.m.
 
The Saturday evening Rodeo on October 14th will begin at 7p.m., gates open at 8:00a.m. for the A.V. Fair Craft Fair, 5:00p.m. for the Rodeo.  Rodeo attendees are encouraged to get to their seats early Saturday night for a special Ride for the Pink opening event. Ride for the Pink is an organization dedicated to raising money for breast cancer research, awareness and treatment. Guests are asked to wear "Pink” in honor of those who have lost their battle, who are survivors, who are currently fighting cancer and in support of finding the cure for Breast Cancer.
 
The Sunday, October 15th Rodeo is a matinee. The Gates open at 8a.m. for the Craft Fair, and the Rodeo will begin at 2:00p.m. Gates for the rodeo open at 11:00a.m. Seating for the 2:00p.m. matinee Rodeo only is unreserved festival seating (first come, first seated).
 
Rodeo patrons are encouraged to come "early" to the fairgrounds on Saturday, October 14th and Sunday, October 15th to get a jump on their holiday shopping at the A.V. Fair Craft Fair. Admission is free and parking $5 for the Craft Fair, that will be open from 8a.m. to 6p.m. on Saturday, October 14th, and 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, October 15th in the H.W. Hunter Pavilion.
 
Recently added to all 3 Rodeos is the new Freestyle Motocross (FMX) Show finale after the bull riding event.
 
Friday and Saturday night attendees are invited to dance the night away with Jacob Nelson and the Tone Wranglers (www.jacobnelson.com), who will perform at the Van Dam Barn Dance immediately after each Rodeo in the Corona Cantina.


Jacob Nelson and the Tone Wranglers

Taking place all 3 days will be specialty act, Troy Lerwill, "The Wild Child". Lerwill brings a little something out of the ordinary to the rodeo arena. Although raised in a rodeo family, Lerwill favored motorcycle racing and was a Utah State motocross champion at the age of 16.  With death-defying motorcycle leaps, wacky antics, thrilling maneuvers, flashy pyrotechnics and a healthy dose of comedy, Lerwill will have the Antelope Valley oohing, ahhing, and laughing during his three performances.  Even as a motorcyclist, Lerwill didn’t entirely abandon his rodeo roots. Unable to resist the draw of rodeo, he became a rodeo clown, bullfighter and barrelman in 1994. In 1998, he combined his two interests to create The Wild Child.


Troy Lerwill, "The Wild Child"                   
                                                                                                                  
2017 Miss California Rodeo Brittney Phillips, and 2017 Miss Rodeo America, Lisa Lageschaar will be at each rodeo for photos and autographs.  Ms. Phillips is a 23 year old working professional and Barrel Racer, born and raised in Ramona, California. She attended Grossmont College in pursuit of a minor in Communications and aspires to attend Fashion institute of Design and merchandising to receive a Bachelor of Arts in marketing and Brand management.  She began Barrel Racing at the age of 8 and started competing in Rodeo Queen Pageantry in 2009.  Her goals include finishing her education, continue to grow within her career where she serves as the Marketing Coordinator for Boot Barn, become a Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Card Member, and then travel the California circuit competing in barrel racing on the professional level.
2017 Miss Rodeo America Lisa Lageschaar, is from Pickton, Texas and has a Masters of Education in Agricultural Services and Development from Stephen F. Austin State University. As a member of the American Quarter Horse Association and Texas Cattle Women, Lisa is passionate about agriculture and the western lifestyle. Lageschaar has been an active member in her community, giving back to the local youth through programs like Future Farmers of America and 4-H. She has mentored many students on public speaking, veterinary science, floriculture, horse evaluation, livestock judging and more.  When time allows Lisa enjoys participating in team roping, barrel racing, and working on the family dairy farm.
 

Brittney Phillips, 2017 Miss Rodeo California
 

Lisa Lageschaar, 2017 Miss Rodeo America
 
RODEO TICKETS (include admission):
10/13 & 10/14, 7:00p.m.: $25, $30, and $35 (reserved seats)
10/15, Matinee, 2p.m.: $15 (Festival seating: first come, first seated)
Children (2 years and under): FREE with paid adult
PRE-SALE $10 OFF RODEO TICKETS with Code: rodeo2 at avfair.com
BOX SEATS (6 seats):
10/13 & 14, 7:00p.m. & 10/15, matinee, 2p.m.: $450*
Call (661) 948-6060 to purchase Rodeo Boxes.
*$10 off with code does not apply to Box Seats.
DAILY PARKING:  $5.00 
Seats for the 10/13 and 10/14, evening shows are reserved.  Seats for the 10/15, 2pm Matinee show are festival seating (first come, first seated).  Children occupying seats must have a ticket. A 10% service charge added to each ticket price. Visitors in need of hotel accommodations for the weekend are encouraged to go to: www.destinationlancasterca.org.
2017 RAM California Circuit Finals RODEO Schedule of Events
FRIDAY, October 13
Patriot Night.  Wear red, white and blue.
5 pm:               Gates open
7 pm:              RODEO
After Rodeo:   Van Dam Barn Dance/Corona Cantina
                        Jacob Nelson and the Tone Wranglers
 
SATURDAY, October 14
Ride for the Pink night.  Wear pink in support of Breast Cancer Awareness.
8 am:               Gates open: Craft Fair
7 pm:              RODEO (gates open 5pm)
After Rodeo:   Van Dam Barn Dance/Corona Cantina
                        Jacob Nelson and the Tone Wranglers
 
Sunday, October 15:
8 am:               Gates open: Craft Fair, 11am for Rodeo
2pm:               RODEO Matinee
After Rodeo:   Awards Ceremony
 
Rodeo details:  cafinalsrodeo.com
 
2017 A.V. Fair Craft Fair
Admission:  Free
Parking: $5.00
 
Saturday, October 14:
8am-6pm
Sunday, October 15:
8am-5pm
Info. at:  avfair.com
 
RAM PRCA California Circuit Finals Rodeo local Major sponsors include:   American Medical Response, Antelope Valley Hospital, Bowe Contractors, Inc., California Collision Center, Gary Little Construction, High Desert Dairy, H.W. Hunter Dodge - "RAM of the West", Learn 4 Life Concept Charter School, Tejon Ranch, University of Antelope Valley, Valyermo Ranch, Van Dam Farms, W.A. Thompson Distributing/Coors and Western Pacific Roofing.

For a complete list of sponsors and rodeo information go to: cafinalsrodeo.com or visit California Circuit Finals Rodeo Facebook page at: http://www.facebook.com/californiafinalsrodeo.