Jackpot jillaroos race ahead
The Ayers Jackpot attracted cowboys and cowgirls of all ages.
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RIDERS of all ages and experience levels were welcomed to the Ayers Jackpot on Saturday, competing in barrel racing and roping at the Australian Team Roping Association- supported event.
Something of a prelude to the Mitchell Rodeo, the juniors took the day of horsemanship clinics and events as their only chance to compete in the Maranoa over the holidays.
After training with Leanne Caban in the morning, kids and novices has their runs across the afternoon.
The 13-17 years section saw some impressive times set by the young ones, and the category was taken out by Madison Caban, who finished in 16.717 seconds.
She was followed by Laney Dubois and Katie Walker.
In the division three barrels, Teal Ayers, Tracey Porter and Leanne Caban were all strong in the field, with the latter winning on Acca Dacca.
Open categories of the competition continued on Sunday afternoon.
Originally published as Jackpot jillaroos race ahead
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