Albany Invitational Results
January 26-27, 2008Albany, NY.
Stop number six on the Built Ford Tough Series from Albany, New York.
Travis Briscoe has triumphed once again in Albany taking home his third title of the season (in addition to Worcester and Fresno) over the weekend. So far this year Briscoe has managed an impressive 3 wins, four Top 5's, four Top 10's and one 90+ (point) ride.
Briscoe edged out Luke Snyder by a quarter of a point by staying consistent over the three rounds and splitting first (with Aussie Brendon Clark) in Round 1. Briscoe rode Frank the Tank for a 89.75-point score.
"I drew perfect (bulls) this weekend and I've found out that a little try goes a long way in this sport," said Briscoe at the conclusion of the Albany Invitational. "I'm healthy this year and trying to win. I want it a lot more than I did last year and I've finally gotten everything straight in my head. Money is here and gone and I don't do this for the money. I love the sport and to be good at what you love is just amazing." (Quote Courtesy PBR)
Briscoe seems poised to really make a statement in 2008 and as long as he stays healthy I'm sure he will continue that momentum. Which isn't too bad for a 20 year-old in only his third year of competition. However the BFTS Series is the toughest season in professional sports and staying on top for the entire year is a daunting task for any bull rider.
Top 5 (Average) Winners:- Travis Briscoe - 267.50 (totals on 3 bulls)
- Luke Snyder - 267.25
- Mike White - 267.00
- Paulo Crimber - 265.00
- Kasey Hayes - 263.00
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Tie for First
- Travis Briscoe - 89.75 points on Frank the Tank
- Brendon Clark - 89.75 points on Blue Nose
- Luke Snyder - 89.25 points on High Test
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Tie for First
- Kody Lostroh - 90.00 points on North Dakota Kid
- Chris Shivers - 90.00 points on High Test
- Mike White - 89.75 points on Spittin' Image
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3-Way Tie for First
- Paulo Crimber - 90.75 points on Live Wire
- Kasey Hayes - 90.75 points on Shane
- L.J. Jenkins - 90.75 points on Cooper
PBR Injury Report after the Albany Invitational:
- Jason Bennett sustained a concussion and is doubtful to compete in Winston-Salem next weekend.
- Brendon Clark sustained a sprained left foot in the chute prior to his ride. He is competing.
- Vince Northrup sustained several broken ribs, a broken jaw and a possible collapsed lung. He was taken to an area hospital to undergo further evaluation.
PBR Bonus Wrap-up:
Enterprise "Ride With the Best" Bonus:
- Nick Landreneau won $5,000 for a successful ride on Whammo in Round 1.
- Chad Berger/Low/Rosen collected the Bonus when Brendon Clark bucked off Godfather in Round 2.
- Chris Shivers will compete for the bonus at the North Carolina Invitational next week.
- Travis Briscoe won $30,000 for leading the event into the Championship Round (Short Go) and then winning the entire event (the average). The bonus will reset to $5,000 dollars at the next event.
- Chad Berger /Ryken /Larson were awarded $1,250 for Copperhead Slinger's 46-point mark, the highest of the event.
- L.J. Jenkins earned $1,000 for his ride on Cooper (90.75 points) in the Championship Round. The ride was the highest scored of the event.
Up next for the PBR is the North Carolina Invitational.
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