FIRST - Championship Jackrabbit Roping
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The World's First Championship Jackrabbit Roping began as a publicity stunt during the annual Odessa [TX] Rodeo of 1932. Cowgirl Grace Hendricks roped a rabbit from horseback in five seconds flat.
Waymark Code: WM1Z7X
Location: Texas, United States
Date Posted: 08/07/2007
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Contest began as "hare-brained" publicity stunt during 1932 annual Odessa Rodeo. Held at 3rd and Grant Street site despite objections from out-of-town do-gooders. Local Sheriff opposed event, but Mayor and Judge ruled no violation of Texas Law. Cowgirl Grace Hendricks roped rabbit from horseback in five seconds flat winning over numerous male competitors. Notorious contest revived in 1977 causing coast-to-coast outcry. Midland animal lover delayed action by liberating captive jackrabbits. Even proceeded on schedule when former prisoners returned at feeding time. Seven ropers competed on foot. Jack Torian placed first with a six second scamper. In 1978 Human Society blocked all future ropings with court order.
FIRST - Classification Variable: Item or Event
Date of FIRST: 01/01/1932
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