Boston, Ma (September 1, 2010) – The Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation is proud to announce John Constantinople, decorated bull rider, as the recipient of its 2010 Spirit of ’36 Award.

The Spirit of ’36 Award recognizes those who have contributed to rodeo and the western lifestyle, profoundly exemplifying true cowboy spirit. An elite lifetime achievement award, the ’36 is a reflection of the Association’s original conception in 1936 in Boston, MA of what is today the PRCA and the greatness of the Association that has followed.

Distinguishing those who have made significant cowboy contributions and left their brand on the North East, the Spirit of ’36 Award honors those who embody courage, strength, innovation, and honor.

Prior to joining the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation as its Bull Riding Director in 2008, John Constantinople competed in the PRCA, winning a record ten circuit bull riding titles, earning him over $500,000 in career prize money and a place in Pro Rodeo history.

The nine-time Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo qualifier, 2003 and 2005 Iron Man Challenge winner, and seven time Wrangler Series winner hailing from Prospect, CT is the first man to ever win the circuit bull riding championship with a gold card and qualified in bull riding for four decades in the First Frontier Circuit.

The award presentation and induction ceremony was held on August 15th in East Falmouth, MA during the Cape Cod Stampede. The SACF is honored to work with not only a gifted athlete, but a wonderful cowboy.

For more information on the SACF’s Spirit of ’36 Award and its rodeos, please visit www.CowboySpirit.org or contact Nicole Logan at Nicole@CowboySpirit.org.

The 2011 New England Wild West Fest will be held at the Marshfield Fairgrounds in Marshfield, MA on June 25 – 26th.

About the SACF: The Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation is a Boston, MA-based, non-profit charitable organization dedicated to raising money for children’s cancer research by showcasing the sport of rodeo and promoting the Western lifestyle. The Foundation’s primary beneficiary is the Jimmy Fund/Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Boston, Ma (August 2, 2010) - Our second annual New England Wild West Fest photo contest elicited numerous prize worthy photos, each unique in capturing a memorable rodeo moment during the northeast’s greatest summer rodeo.

After combing through more than 800 photos, our committee has chosen Tom McGinty as this year’s winner. What makes a photograph a Cowboy Spirit winner? It’s not always the perfect extension seen in a bucking bull, but a story captured in a single frame like the one below.

Timing, clarity, and impact, congratulations to Tom McGinty who has won two tickets to the 2010 Cape Cod Stampede for his outstanding work!

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BOSTON, Ma (July 8, 2010) - Here’s to an unforgettable rodeo hosted by the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation! The 3^rd Annual New England Wild West Fest drew world-class contestants from across the country, each showing up spurring for a cure and making 2010 the best NEWWF yet at the historic Marshfield Fairgrounds.

The SACF is thrilled to have made its signature event a pre-cowboy Christmas kick-off destination on the Pro Rodeo trail and looks forward to equaling its success with its sister rodeo, the Cape Cod Stampede. The CCS will be held at the Barnstable County Fairgrounds in East Falmouth August 14^th-15^th and count as two separate one-day events for contestants.

Team Cowboy Spirit riders Jerod Johnston, Scotty NeSmith, Clovis Crane, Justin Browning, and Wesley Goncalves each nodded for 8, competing in the SACF’s debut Ride4Charity Challenge.

The stands packed, the fans happy, and the pens evenly matched, the Massachusetts Pro Rodeo presented by Eaton Vance and State Street Corporation saw some of the biggest names in rodeo including 2008 World Champion bareback rider, Justin McDaniel, DeMoss brothers, Cody and Heith, each Wrangler National Finals Rodeo finalists, and witnessed a record setting 89 point ride by the one they call Hawkeye himself, Mr. Heith DeMoss.

John Constantinople, Bull Riding Director for the SACF, was presented with the Spirit of ’36 Award during a special concert performance by country singer, Sean Patrick McGraw. Distinguishing those who have made significant cowboy contributions and left their brand on the northeast, the Spirit of ’36 Award honors those who embody courage, strength, innovation, and honor, all of which its recipient has shown over his illustrious career.

This year, the Lil’ Buckaroos rodeo raised its game, bucking two junior bull riders from its chutes, while still enjoying America’s favorite calf scramble fun. The barbeque sweet and sizzlin’, the 3^rd Annual BBQ and Chili Cook-Off contest went to Porky’s BBQ and M&M Ribs.

Carolina crooner Luke Kaufman left his mark not only on New England, but on the cowboys he played for at the McGreal’s Tavern after-party and cookout held at the Tulis Ranch. Expect big things from this talented singer/songwriter and meet him again in August at the Cape Cod Stampede as the SACF continues to bring cowboy spirit to the northeast.

For more information on the SACF and its rodeos, please visit www.CowboySpirit.org. Tickets for the Cape Cod Stampede Pro Rodeo can be purchased at www.TicketWeb.com.

Complete results:

All-around cowboy: Darren Morgan, $2,079, steer wrestling, team roping and tie-down roping.
Bareback riding: 1. Jared Keylon, 87 points on All American Rodeo’s Matt Dillon, $2,309; 2. Jake Brown, 85, $1,770; 3. Justin McDaniel, 84, $1,308; 4. Bee Jay Scott, 82, $846; 5. (tie) Caine Riddle and Bo Casper, 81, $462 each; 7. Jeremy Mouton, 78, $308; 8. Terry Owens, 75, $231. 
Steer wrestling: 1. John Leinaweaver, 5.8 seconds, $1,343; 2. Bob Sklodowsky, 6.6, $1,112; 3. (tie) Caleb Martin and Gregory Bennett, 7.0, $764 each; 5. Darren Morgan, 8.0, $417; 6. Bob Fischer, 11.0, $232. 
Team roping: 1. C.J. Werner/Matthew Dyer, 6.3 seconds, $1,033 each; 2. Carmine Nastri/Lewis Rimes Jr., 7.7, $855; 3. (tie) Darren Morgan/Casey Cox and David Ballantyne/Chris Soto, 8.0, $588 each; 5. Thomas Brooks/Cody Armstrong, 11.2, $321; 6. Jimmy Healy Jr./Jon Cordisio, 11.7, $178. 
Saddle bronc riding: 1. Heith DeMoss, 89 points on All American Rodeo’s Mardi Gras, $2,394; 2. Travis Sheets, 86, $1,835; 3. (tie) Mert Bradshaw and Jacobs Crawley, 83, $1,117 each; 5. Bonner Cooper, 82, $559; 6. (tie) Cody Rud and Cody DeMoss, 81, $359; 8. Andrew Counts, 80, $239.
Tie-down roping: 1. Darren Morgan, 10.1 seconds, $1,074; 2. Chris Brennan, 12.1, $889; 3. Tim Naylor, 13.6, $704; 4. Troy Reynolds, 17.0, $519; 5. Charlie Goerlach, 17.8, $333; 6. Troy Roberto, 20.2, $185. 
Barrel racing: 1. Kristine Roy, 14.56 seconds, $1,143; 2. (tie) Tia Camara and Lisa McCarthy, 14.71, $898 each; 4. Jennifer Barrett, 14.72, $708; 5. Sheri Nastri, 14.79, $544; 6. Mary Camara, 14.90, $435; 7. Kristin Weber, 15.00, $327; 8. Irene Feaser, 15.02, $218; 9. Shana Graham, 15.05, $163; 10. Judy Dahoda, 15.07, $109. 
Bull riding: 1. Friday Wright, 80 points on All American Rodeo’s No. 65, $2,366; 2. (tie) Jason Power and Steve Lassen, 77, $1,577 each; 4. (tie) Clayton Williams and Brandon Manning, 76, $710 each; 6. (tie) John Constantinople and Terry Owens, 75, $355 each; 8. Sean Kampmeier, 73, $237. 
Total payoff: $46,745. Stock contractor: All American Rodeo. Rodeo secretary: Rebecca Quartararo. Officials: Kevin Clanton and Roger Walter. Timers: Rebecca Quartararo and Renee Kenny. Announcer: Greg Simas. Clowns/bullfighters: Cliff “Hollywood” Harris and Rob Gann. Flankman: Sam Swearingen. Chute boss: Sam Swearingen. Pickup men: Rob Wright and John Leinaweaver.

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BOSTON, MA. (June 14, 2010) – The Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation is proud to announce Atlantic Subaru of Bourne as the presenting sponsor of its 1st Annual Cape Cod Stampede.

A PRCA sanctioned event, the Cape Cod Stampede is more than a rodeo, it’s helping fight childhood cancer eight seconds at a time. August 14th and 15th, professional cowboys from across the country will converge at the Barnstable County Fairgrounds in East Falmouth, each vying for a championship buckle.

Joining the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation’s mission, Atlantic Subaru is donating $50 for every car, new or pre-owned SUV or sub-compact vehicle sold in the month of July. A win-win for all!

Take a chance at the dealership as Atlantic Subaru is raffling off a brand new 2010 Molly Powell Reinsman barrel racing saddle, saddle pad and stand with all net proceeds from ticket sales benefitting the SACF and its chosen beneficiary, the Jimmy Fund.

As the #1 Subaru dealer in southeastern Massachusetts, Atlantic Subaru of Bourne is driven by its mission to make every customer experience a happy one. In addition to selling America’s best all wheel drive vehicles, Atlantic Subaru of Bourne specializes in selling dealer certified pre-owned vehicles and has the largest selection of premium brands including Mercedes, BMW, Porsche, Lexus, Lotus, Audi and Infiniti. Selecting only the best cars with the right features and low miles, they are cowboy tough in beating the competition, selling vehicles for a fraction of what you’d pay elsewhere.

Mosey on over to 124 Waterhouse Road in Bourne, one mile south of the Bourne Bridge to buy your tickets today to the Cape Cod Stampede and feel the cowboy spirit at the dealership!

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BOSTON, Ma. (April 20, 2010) – The Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation through its Cowboys4Kids program is thrilled to announce its collaboration with the Starlight Children’s Foundation, an organization that hosts monthly great escapes to brighten the lives of seriously ill children and their families.

This year the New England Wild West Fest has been chosen as one of Starlight’s summer Great Escapes, which are family activities that give sick children, siblings, and their parents an opportunity to take a break from their daily challenges.

Dubbed the “Cowboy Great Escape,” Starlight participants will enjoy the day’s festivities and create priceless family memories together away from the hospital and clinical settings, breathing in the sweet smell of bulls, BBQ, and fresh air instead.

Each year Starlight New England serves over 100,000 seriously ill children and their families through five New England states and sixty regional hospitals.

It is the belief of the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation that rodeo reaches its highest calling when put forth in the name of a charitable cause and we are honored to host the utmost brave and special group of children and their families.

For more information on the Starlight Children’s Foundation please visit www.Starlight.org/NewEngland.

For more information on the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation’s Cowboys4Kids program please visit www.CowboySpirit.org.

Special thanks to Jonelle Prill-Tate of Starlight for contributing to this article.

Event: Bareback Riding
Born: 11/27/1982
Joined PRCA: 2001
Hometown: Mena, AR
Current City: Levelland, TX

Professional
Career Highlights
- 2007 Top 10 Qualifier, PRCA Prairie Circut Finals
- 2008  Qualifier, Fesitaval de Western Roughstock Invitational, St. Tite, Quebec, Canada
- 2008  Top 20, Cheyenne Frontier Days, Cheyenne, WY
- 2009  Top 6, Pikes Peak or Bust Silver Tour, Colorodo Springs, CO

Awards
- 2009  “Best Wreck”, Bud Light Cowboy Downhill, Steamboat Springs, CO

Personal
Height: 5’7″
Weight: 165
Family Members: Dusty & Susie Johnston (dad, step-mom); Judi Johnston (mom); Audra Johnston (sister)
Education: B.S. & M.S., Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX
Occupation: Rodeo Coach, South Plains College, Levelland, TX
Favorite Rodeo: I love ‘em all!!!
Favorite Show: House, Chelsea Lately
Favorite Food and Drink: Ribeye steak, baked potato, Pendleton & 7
Favorite sports team: Dallas Cowboys
Favorite Band/singer: Def Leppard
What would you say is your theme song: “The Boys are Back in Town”
What sports did you play in school: Football, Baseball, Rodeo
Hobbies: Fishing, Floating the river, cooking out with friends
Favorite rodeo/career moment: Having my Dad come to Cheyenne and watch my first time there
Heroes: My Lord, my family, Karl Stressman
Traveling partner: Scotty NeSmith
Something most people don’t know about you: I love to cook
Words you live by: “A person’s only obligation in life is to realize their own potential.”

Third Annual New England Wild West Fest Gallops Into Marshfield, MA
Western-Themed Festival Draws World Class Rodeo Action For Charitable Cause

Get ready to rodeo! Pull on those boots and hold onto your cowboy hats because the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation is riding back into the historic Marshfield Fairgrounds to host its 3rd Annual New England Wild West Fest on June 26th and 27th.

Presented by Eaton Vance and State Street Corporation, the New England Wild West Fest is the Spirit of the American Cowboy Foundation’s signature fundraising event in their efforts to help in the fight against childhood cancer eight seconds at a time.

A Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association sanctioned event, witness world-class contestants from across the country vie for the buckle in edge of your seat bull riding, bareback, saddle bronc, barrel racing, team roping, and steer wrestling competition.

This year, the riders of Team Cowboy Spirit will also compete in the SACF’s Ride4Charity Challenge. A special group of men with their hearts rigged to the cause, their winnings will be matched and donated to the Foundation’s chosen beneficiary, the Dana Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund.

Country music breakout star, Sean Patrick McGraw, takes the stage to a packed house following Saturday night’s rodeo performance. Currently hot on tour with Josh Thompson and Eric Church, McGraw opened the America’s Toughest Tour for Toby Keith and Trace Adkins in 2009. Sure to put a little Southern in your soul, Country Weekly has named him one to watch in 2010.

Come for the rodeo, stay for the music… and eat as much BBQ as those jeans will allow as the People’s Choice Best of the Fest BBQ contest heats up the fairgrounds. Savor New England’s finger-lickin’ good pulled pork, baby back ribs, and slathers of sizzlin’ sauces prepared by the top vendors in the biz all weekend long.

An event for the entire family, enter your young’uns in the “Lil Buckaroos Rodeo” stick horse and calf scramble competition, watch the Barnstable Barn Burners rodeo drill team tear up the arena, and catch up with team penning throughout the afternoon.

Following Saturday night’s concert, head to the rodeo’s host hotel, the Holiday Inn of Rockland, for the official after party to hear Carolina crooner Luke Kaufman pick his guitar and sing cowboy songs, showing New England how he likes to get down.

Preferred rodeo seating and parking can be purchased in advance for $25, with adult general admission at $15 and kids under twelve just $5. Buy early and save 20% on Cowboy Spirit. Parking is FREE.

Cowboy up with the SACF for a phenomenal cause on June’s greatest rip roarin’ weekend. We’ll see y’all there!

Inspired by the battle fought and won by an exceedingly courageous young cancer patient and colleague’s son, Ian Emery, combined with his love for rodeo, the SACF was born.

Raising over $70,000 in its first three years for pediatric cancer research, the Spirit of the American Foundation continues to grow and help those in need eight seconds at a time.

A graduate of the University of Denver with a degree in finance, this Boston investment manager by day and cowboy by weekend, enjoys passing on his family’s horseback riding tradition to his kids – one, a barrel racer in the making.

Enjoy your summers at the New England Wild West Fest and Cape Cod Stampede, two Cowboy Spirit signature events benefiting an exceptional cause while at the same time celebrating America’s greatest legacy sport. Long live rodeo.

Contact Mike Allison at Mike@CowboySpirit.org with any questions regarding the Foundation and its activities.