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Once we had dates locked in with
the Coopers, it was a matter of
lining up the perfect time to get
up to Oklahoma. Coleman Proctor
was ready to work with David on
the team roping aspects. Our time
with him was short due to his circuit
finals, but so much value was gained in
a short time. Having someone to force
quick and aggressive runs was exactly
what David and our four horses needed!
It was a jam-packed 72 hours of learning
and laughter.

In between working both sides of the box,
I snuck in and ran barrels with his wife,
Stephanie. Being around this honest, down
to earth and uplifting couple was exactly what
we needed before PAFRA finals.

What good is a mentorship relationship if you don’t
ask questions? Coleman Proctor took the time in
between rodeos and practicing for this year’s NFR to
answer us:
PAFRA: Why did you take the time out of your schedule to
mentor us?
CP: It’s important for me to give back to those sacrificing for us. I
get to follow my passion of rodeo simply because of those helping
serve our nation. This is my chance to pay it forward in the best
possible way.
PAFRA: Who do you contribute as your rodeo mentor?
CP: Speed Williams has always been my first go to when I need
rodeo advice. His successes and lessons learned have proved
valuable to me over the years. ª

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James Hastings. Photo by Stormont Vail Health Media Relations