USTRC Cowtown ShootOut returns to the 2015 APHA World Show

FORT WORTH, Texas – On your mark, get set—rope! The United States Team Roping Championships’ Cowtown ShootOut returns November 13–15 at Will Rogers Memorial Center Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas. For ropers riding registered Paint Horses, special APHA-only cash incentives means there’s even more reason to saddle up.

“We are excited to continue our partnership with the USTRC and recognize the Paints excelling in United States Team Roping Championships competition once again,” APHA Senior Director of Show and Contest Holly Slaughter said.

Now in its third year, the ShootOut serves as a qualifier for RFD-TV’s The American Rodeo. Qualifying takes place on November 13, followed by other USTRC jackpot ropings. The roping coincides with the APHA World Championship Show, which features more than 280 classes, great shopping and entertainment for both newcomers and veterans of the ShootOut; registered Paints are also invited to compete in the APHA World Show roping classes (qualifying required), taking place November 11; visit < The ShootOut is open to all breeds, but features a $5,000 cash bonus for top-earning registered Paint Horses, sponsored by APHA. A $2,500 bonus will be awarded to the owner of the registered Paint Horse being ridden by the high-money #6 and above roper. A $2,500 bonus will be awarded to the owner of the registered Paint Horse being ridden by the high-money Elite #5 and below roper. Additionally, APHA Corporate Partner Gist Silversmiths is providing a custom trophy buckle to each winner. Owners must be current APHA members to be eligible. APHA’s competent and friendly MemberCare professionals will be on site to process entries as well as memberships, transfers and registrations, so bring your best Paint Horse along to the ShootOut for a shot at extra cash.  Entry information for the USTRC Cowtown Shootout will be available in SuperLooper magazine and online at ustrc.com. More information about the APHA World Show is available at online at apha.com/oawcs.

 About APHA?

The American Paint Horse Association is the world’s second-largest international equine breed association, registering more than a million horses in 59 nations and territories since it was founded. APHA creates and maintains programs that increase the value of American Paint Horses and enriches members’ experiences with their horses.