Callbacks to the 3rd

Test Two is complete and in the books at 4:42 pm

Callbacks to the 3rd Series:

All 56 dogs were called back: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 49, 50, 51, 53, 54, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61 and 62

0 dogs scratched: 

0 dogs dropped: 

Instructions for Tuesday Morning:

Come past the gate we used today to the next gate. All signs will be out.

Test Dogs will be set to run at 7:30 am

Dog #16 will start the 3rd Series directly after the test dogs.

A Few Photos from the Event

 

First Holding Blind Waiting on dogs ...

Don Fregelette with Robert Elias

Teri Curtis, Co-Chair

Gallery

Sue George, Announcer

Gallery

62. PVS Up To Snuff, “Mikey,” BLM, Seth Steenburgen

Seth and Mikey came to the line at 4:39 pm

Drove the hill hard, came out at the guns and missed, made a big loop around the bushes, back up the hill to the bird.

61. Seaside’s Beach Cowboy, “Dude,” BLM, Robbie Knutson

Robbie and Dude came to the line at 4:36 pm

Out of the pond wide right, into the second small pond, drove right, saw the guns and crossed the road, climbed the hill and to the bird.

60. SLR’s Overcharged, “Amp,” BLM, Hunter Boyett

Hunter and Amp came to the line at 4:33 pm

Across the pond, up the terrace right of the bushes and straight to his bird.

59. Place Your Betts On Me, “Mookie,” BLM, Jory Liddiard

Jory and Mookie came to the line at 4:30 pm

Swam the pond, drove the hill of the guns into cover, hooked behind them and came out with the bird.

58. Wolf Den Points On Blazing Red Wizard Of Oz, “Ozzy,” YLM, Travis Echelberry

Travis and Ozzy came to the line ...

Drove to the pond, swam up and then a little turn around the bushes and on to the bird.

57. StraightWay’s Raise A Hallelujah, “Halle,” BLF, Mike Bassett

Mike and Halle came to the line at 4:24 pm

Through the pond, up behind the bushes and straight to her bird.

56. CTA Where The Tire Blows, “Pow,” BLF, Jason Baker

Jason and Pow came to the line ...

Nice line through the water all the way to the bird.

54. Todd’s Five Finger Discount, “Steal,” BLM, Reid Jones

Reid and Steal came to the line at 4:18 pm

Through the pond, cut out way short on the right, curved up the terrace and to the bird.

53. Chasing Macks Rippers Ace, “Riley,” BLM, Jeff Stetzenbach

Jeff and Riley came to the line at 4:15 pm

Very nice job!

51. Moses N Rain’s Storm On The Black River, “Storm,” BLF, Marc Patton

Marc and Storm came to the line at 4:12 pm

Through the pond and hooked into the cover behind the guns, out and on to the bird.

50. WP’s Cute Little Heart Breaker, “Foxxy,” BLF, Jason Baker

Jason and Foxxy came to the line at 4:09 pm

Into the pond up the terrace hill, ran straight to the fall area, jumped into the cover and then back and forth...she got it!

49. Seaside’s Horse Soldier, “Dagger,” BLM, Tracey Jensen

Tracey and Dagger came to the line at 4:06 pm

Perfect line up the hill, quick loop and he got it!

48. Silvertip’s Ring Of Light, “Halo,” BLM, Al Vezey

Al and Halo came to the line at 4:04 pm

Out of the pond on the right - adjusted line and straight to the bird!

46. Supersonic Flyboy, “Yeager, “BLM,” Gary Mausolf

Gary and Yeager came to the line at 4:01 pm

Great line!

45. Leitner Farms Home Run Hitter JH, “Babe,” YLF, James Hard

James and Babe came to the line at 3:57 pm

Excellent line from the mat to the bird!

44. Fatcitys Drunkin Otis Campbell, “Otis,” BLM, Travis Echelberry

Travis and Otis came to the line at 3:55 pm

Excellent line through the pond, left of the guns and into cover, came out on the right for a loop then back up for her bird.

43. Timber Ridge True To The Mark, “Trudi,” BLF, Reid Jones

Reid and Trudi came to the line at 3:52 pm

Into the pond, out the right side, right of the bushes and straight to the bird.

42. Green River Floyd’s Boy EARL, “Earl,” YLM, Marc Patton

Marc and Earl came to the line at 3:49 pm

Nice angle on swim, hooked the guns into the cover, came out right on his bird!

41. Whiskey Rivers Recovering The Fallen, “Reaper,” BLM, Robbie Knutson

Robbie and Reaper came to the line at 3:46 pm

Up to the left of the guns, turned right to the bird.

40. Discovering New Lands, “Chris,” BLM, Paul Sletten

Paul and Chris came to the line at 3:42 pm

Chalk line to the bird!

39. Core Sound’s Im Ready To Play, “Coach,” BLM, Reid Jones

Reid and Coach came to the line at 3:39 pm

Across the pond, up the terrace to the bushes, loop by the bushes and then up to the bird.

38. Vinwood’s Reckless Abandon Of Gunstock, “Reckless,” YLF, Yvonne Hays

Yvonne and Reckless came to the line at 3:35 pm

Big Splash - up terraced hillside, left of the guns into the cover, back out and quickly got the bird.

37. Flex’s Carbon Copy - Ditto, “Ditto,” BLM, Randy Whittaker

Randy and Ditto came to the line at 3:33 pm

Took the whole pond, a great line, left of the bushes, pounced on it!

36. Beaver Creek Retriever’s Burning Ring of Fire, “Cash,” YLM, Travis Echelberry

Travis and Cash came to the line at 3:31 pm

Great line – POW!

35. Foundation’s On The Rocks, “Ice,” BLF, Greg McClure

Greg and Ice came to the line at 3:28 pm

Through the pond, right of the bush and straight to the bird.

34. Crane’s Oom Poppa Mow Mow, “Elvira,” BLF, Mike Bassett

Mike and Elvira came to the line at 3:25 pm

Through the pond, up the hill and straight to the bird

Re-Bird / Conditions Report

 Re-Bird at 3:20pm

**Wind just picked up a good deal and is blowing left to right across the test **

32. Y-Farms Foxx’s Hot Lil Lady, “Foxy,” BLF, Jason Baker

Jason and Foxy came to the line at 3:18 pm

Down and Through the pond, up the terrace and straight to the bird.

31. Midway’s Minion, “Tag,” BLF, Nik Koumoundouros

Nik and Tag came to the line at 3:15 pm

Flew down the hill, crossed the pond, right of the bushes and straight to the bird.

30. Bur Oak’s Quigley On The Road From Valhalla, “Quigley,” CBRF, Heidi Henningson

Heidi and Quigley came to the line at 3:12 pm

Crossed the pond, up the terrace and straight to the bird.

29. WYTX Big Horn Bessie, “Bessie,” BLF, Paul Knutson

Paul and Bessie came to the line at 3:09 pm

Across the pond and up the terrace, straight to the bird!

28. White Oak Captain Hook, “Cappy,” BLM, John Lynch

John and Cappy came to the line at 3:05 pm

Down the hill, across the pond right of the bushes and straight to the bird!

27. B&B’s Gossip Girl, “Rumor,” BLF, Wendy Buckler

Wendy and Rumor came to the line at 3:03 pm

Down the hill, across the pond, up the terrace and to her bird!

26. Valhallas Kid Kodachrome, “Koda,” CBRM, Henry Hayes

Henry and Koda came to the line at 3:00 pm

Through the pond on a very wide right line, looped up by the road on the far right and turned and went for the bird.

25. Green Rivers Yayo, “Toot,” YLM, Marc Patton

Marc and Toot came to the line at 2:57 pm

Through the pond, up the terrace and around the bushes to his bird!

24. Blitzen Rolling Thunder, “Blitz,” BLM, Mike Holliday

Mike and Blitz came to the line at 2:53 pm

Smacked it!

23. Mountain’s Top G.O.A.T., “Billy,” CLM, Bruce Mountain

Bruce and Billy came to the line at 2:50 pm

Through the pond, left of the gun into cover, back and down around bushes and up again, and he got it.

22. Shooters OGF Mudslinger Queen Marin, “Marin,” YLF, Travis Echelberry

Travis and Marin came to the line at 2:49 pm

Into the skinny left part of the pond, then up the terrace and right to the bird!

21. Truline’s Mighty Yellowstone, “Dutton,” BLF, Wayne Carey

Wayne and Dutton came to the line at 2:46 pm

Wide left of the pond into cover at the top of the hill, arc behind the guns and out to the bird.

20. Meadow Woods Big River Goose, “Goose,” BLM, Christian Alt

Christian and Goose came to the line at 2:43 pm

Nice line through the water, up the hill and to the bird!

19. Hockley Creek’s Designated Hitter, “Papi,” YLM, Robby Bickley

Robby and Papi came to the line ...

Swam the pond, climbed the hill right of the bushes and he got it!

18. Miss Margie’s Hot Hannah, “Hannah,” BLF, Wayne Stupka

Wayne and Hannah came to the line ...

Through the water, up the terrace and into cover, back out, around the bushes and she got it.

17. Green River’s Hangin Heavy, “Ravi,” YLM, Marc Patton

Marc and Ravi came to the line at 2:34 pm

Through the pond, up the terrace right of the bushes to the bird!

16. Meadow Woods Just A Lil Sweeter, “Lily,” BLF, Stan Wagner

Stan and Lily came to the line at 2:31 pm

Great line to her bird!

15. MVP All Betts Are Off, “Mookie,” BLM, Paul Sletten

Paul and Mookie came to the line at 2:28 pm

Swam at an angle, up the terrace on a direct line to his bird.

14. Calumet’s Blue Moon, “Moon,” YLM, Sharon Gierman

Sharon and Moon came to the line at 2:26 pm

Into the pond and a direct line to his bird

13. B&B’s Back In Black, “Angus,” BLM, David Barrow

David and Angus came to the line at 2:23 pm

Into the pond, up the terrace and straight to the bird.

12. Meadow Woods Smokin’ Hot, “Traeger,” BLM, Beth Harman

Beth and Traeger came to the line at 2:20 pm

Into the pond up and right, then turned left and drilled it!

11. Mountain Sky’s Mischief Maker, “Loki,” BLM, Wayne Dorband

Wayne and Loki came to the line at 2:18 pm

Up and out behind the guns, into and out of the cover, got it! (it was not in the cover)

10. Prairie Wind’s Hidden Gun, “Sniper,” BLM, Joey Smith

Joey and Sniper came to the line

Into cover like #5, ... into the pond, up the right side of the field, into the cover and out with the bird!

9. Goosebusters Semper Fidelis, “Fidi,” BLF, Marc Patton

Marc and Fidi came to the line at 2:11 pm

Through the pond, angled up the hill and straight to the bird.

7. 3 Rivers Picnic On A Sandbar, “Yogi,” YLM, Richard Ellis

Richard and Yogi came to the line at 2:08 pm

Through the pond, straight up hill and straight to the bird.

6. Watermark’s Rome Wasn’t Built In A Day, “Roman,” BLM, Christian Alt

Christian and Roman came to the line at 2:06 pm

Through the pond, up under the arc and straight to the bird.

5. Highpoint’s Handsome Johnny, “Prine,” BLM, Jeff Sanders

Jeff and Prine came to the line at 2:02 pm

Monster splash as he hit the water, to the right side of the bushes, stopped short for 1 turn and then left and right til he dug into the thick cover to get his bird!

4. PVS Upon A Blissful Journey, “Bliss,” BLF, Seth Steenburgen

Seth and Bliss came to the line 

Into the pond, out on the right, up the right of the bush and got it!

2. Fine Line’s Out Of This World, “Bruno,” BLM, Rick Stawski

Rick and Bruno came to the line at 1:56 pm

Across the pond, crossed the road, but the bush and straight to the bird. Very nice.

1. JJ’s Won N Done, “Rizz,” BLF, Mitch Patterson

Mitch and Rizz came to the line at 1:53 pm


Barreled down the hill with a huge splash across the pond to the the bird and got it! Excellent.

2nd Series Test Dogs

Test Dogs:

Bayou Teche Roaring Roscoe, "Roscoe," LM
Owner: Bryan Robinson
Handler: Kody Reynolds 

First up was Roscoe and Kody ... Roscoe came to the line at 1:41 pm

Shot and sent, down through the pond, up the hill and right to the bird!

 

Glade Creek's Little Sister, "Kidd," LF
Owner: Troy Murray
Handler: Sue McNamara         

Next up was Sue and Kidd came to the line at 1:43 pm

Down through the pond, across the road, up the terrace, to the bushes, missed it, recycled and got it!

 

This test looks to be taking a quick 2 minutes per dog to complete ...

2nd Series – Water Single

Test 2 is a Water Single

The mat is on the top of a hill facing NW. At 20 yards in front of the mat is a cluster of newly planted trees about 6' tall. They are just to the right of the line to the bird. The gunners are on the opposite hill throwing a hen mallard to the right landing behind a clump of bushes. 

The line to the bird takes the dog down the hill, across a small angled pond, up and over a gravel road, and up a terraced hill to the bushes – 199 yards from the mat. 

This test is taking a quick 2 minutes per dog to complete.

1st Series Recap

 Monday, October 10, 2022

1st Series – Land Double

60 Dogs Started this Series

After the National Anthem, the Test Dogs started out the day at 7:50 am, beginning with "Kidd,"with Sue, and then came "Roscoe," with Kody giving the competitors a good idea of what to expect for the 1st series. 

Our first running dog #48 Silvertip’s Ring Of Light, “Halo,” with handler Al Vezey started the 1st series running this morning at 8:07 am!

The weather conditions were fairly temperate and we had partly cloudy conditions for the majority of the day.

Here is how things turned out for the 1st Series…
No-Bird / Re-Run (10): 5 – 7 – 9 – 10 – 12 – 16 – 21– 34 – 52 – 60

2 No-Bird / Re-Runs (3): 7 – 9 – 52

Pick-Ups (4): 3 – 8 – 33 – 52

Scratches (2): 47 – 55

Our last running dog for the 1st Series was dog #46 Supersonic Flyboy, “Yeager," with handler Gary Mausolf. They came to the line at 1:01 pm and completed the test. This test was in the books officially at 1:05 pm.

60 dogs were sent from the line in this series, taking a total of 4 hours and 58 minutes, which averages out to be just under 5 minutes per dog. (however it actually turned out to take about 3 minutes for each dog to run) 

Callbacks have been announced and we are heading into the 2nd Series, which will begin shortly!

Callbacks to the 2nd

Test One complete and in the books at 1:05 pm

Callbacks to the 2nd Series:

56 dogs were called back: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 48, 49, 50, 51, 53, 54, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, 61 and 62

2 dogs scratched: 47, 55

4 dogs dropped: 3, 8, 33, 52

Dog #1 will start the 2nd Series ... 

46. Supersonic Flyboy, “Yeager, “BLM,” Gary Mausolf

Supersonic Flyboy "Yeager"
Lab Male -- 1/1/2021
Sire: NFC-AFC Windy City's Mighty Mouse
Dam: AFC Watermarks What You Mean To Me
Breeder: Stacy Rick & Brad Knight
Owner: Gary & Cynde Mausolf, Tustin, MI
Handler: Gary Mausolf

Gary and Yeager came to the line at 1:01 pm

F – Out to the fall area, and got it!

L – Over the mound, right of the cedars, hunted deep right, 1 turn, back to the cedars and he got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Gary and Cynde Mausolf

Dog Name: Yeager

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2022

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I’ve always had a passion for Field Trials being competitive by nature, and I’ve been a fan of the game since 1987. I bought my first trial dog in 1991, but only had the time and resources to play the Hunt Test game and only sporadically due to my career in the USAF and raising a family. After retiring from the service in 2012, I got back into training and running hunt tests and eventually field trials when I purchased my current dog, “Yeager.”

Who are your training partners at home? 

Al Arthur and Bill Bailey of Sandhill Retrievers – when I’m not training alone at home in Michigan.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

I retired from the Air Force after serving 27 years as a Commander, Instructor/Evaluator Pilot, flying the supersonic T-38 and B-1 Bomber. General Chuck Yeager, USAF Test pilot, was the first man to break the sound barrier, and he was my aviation role model. Hence the name Supersonic Flyboy, “Yeager.”

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Yeager’s favorite thing to do when he’s not training is to play Frisbee with his Kong Frisbee; that and riding in the back seat of my truck despite having a brand new fancy 3-hole Ainley!

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Top Gun Anthem, Original Soundtrack” by Harold Faltemeyer and Steve Stevens on guitar.

45. Leitner Farms Home Run Hitter JH, “Babe,” YLF, James Hard

Leitner Farms Home Run Hitter JH "Babe"
Lab Female -- 11/5/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Hockley Creek's Switch Hitter
Dam: AFC Izzy Gittin' Bizzy
Breeder: Jim Horneck
Owner: James Hard & William Leitner, Madisonville, TX
Handler: James Hard

James and Babe came to the line at 12:56 pm

F – Out to the fall area for a tight hunt, then onto her bird

L – Over the mound, right of the cedars, tucked left into the trees, missed it and came out, back into the trees and she got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: William & Julie Leitner and James Hard 

Dog Name: Babe

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1996

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

My training partner was running field trials and I decided competition builds character in you and your dog.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Mike Judas and James Hard.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

It is based on her parent’s names.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

She knows she is a competitive Labrador, but secretly she wants to be a lap dog.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Centerfield” by John Fogerty 

44. Fatcitys Drunkin Otis Campbell, “Otis,” BLM, Travis Echelberry

Fatcitys Drunkin Otis Campbell "Otis"
Lab Male -- 3/19/2021
Sire: Seasides Troublesome Fowl Pursuits
Dam: Fatcity Caty Haddie MH
Breeder: Zach Campbell
Owner: Jeff Cashell, Perris, CA
Handler: Travis Echelberry

Travis and Otis came to the line at 12:53 pm

F – Left of the bales, quickly found his bird for a nice job!

L – Over the mound, straight to the cedars, a few turns in the trees and he got it, nice.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Jeff Cashell

Dog Name: Otis

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

This is my first time.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Travis Echelberry

Who are your training partners at home? 

Otis is with a pro, Travis Echelberry

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

I got him from Zach Campbell. I was watching the Andy Griffith Show and hence: Otis Campbell.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

NA

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“God Bless The U.S.A.” by Lee Greenwood

43. Timber Ridge True To The Mark, “Trudi,” BLF, Reid Jones

Timber Ridge True To The Mark "Trudi"
Lab Female -- 10/18/2020
Sire: NFC-AFC Windy City's Mighty Mouse
Dam: Whiskey Hill's Halle B Good MH
Breeder: Chris Norton
Owner: Chris Norton, Deatsville, AL
Handler: Reid Jones

Reid and Trudi came to the line at 12:49 pm

F – Excellent Line to the flyer!

L – Over the mound, just right of the cedars, quick left and she got her bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Chris Norton

Dog Name: Trudi

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2021

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I have previously been involved in AKC hunt tests, and I like the challenge more in field trials.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Dave Ward

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

She has always been an excellent marker, hence the “True to the Mark.”

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

We decided to keep her out of the litter we whelped because of her tenacity from the get-go. She was the runt, but always found her way.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Black Dog” by Led Zeppelin

42. Green River Floyd’s Boy EARL, “Earl,” YLM, Marc Patton

Green River Floyd's Boy EARL "Earl"
Lab Male -- 2/21/2021
Sire: FC TruLine's Just Floyd
Dam: All In Allie
Breeder: Joseph Jordan
Owner: Stacy Willis, Barnwell, SC
Handler: Marc Patton

Marc and Earl came to the line at 12:45 pm

F – Perfect line to the Bird!

L – Left over the mound, to the right of the cedars, a few turns right into the trees and he has his bird

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Stacy Willis

Dog Name: Earl

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2009

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I like the competition, and it was a logical step forward from Master tests.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Due to health problems, Marc Patton is my dog trainer

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Keeping it simple … 

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

We were offered the dog to replace a young dog I washed out. Marc happened to have a young litter just on the ground.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“We are the Champions” by Queen

41. Whiskey Rivers Recovering The Fallen, “Reaper,” BLM, Robbie Knutson

Whiskey Rivers Recovering The Fallen "Reaper"
Lab Male -- 1/4/2021
Sire: NFC-AFC Bayou Teche Swing For The Fence
Dam: Waltzing Across Texas
Breeder: Billy Fernandes
Owner: Christina & Joe Johnson, East Sparta, OH
Handler: Robbie Knutson

Robbie and Reaper came to the line at 12:42 pm

F – Out in front of the guns and straight to the bird.

L – Left of the mound, cut right to the fall area and his bird.

No Questionnaire

40. Discovering New Lands, “Chris,” BLM, Paul Sletten

Discovering New Lands "Chris"
Lab Male -- 10/12/2020
Sire: NFC-AFC Hunter Runs Boo Boo
Dam: FC Let The River Run
Breeder: Jay Chesshir & Tim Thompson
Owner: Paul Sletten & Tera Lanczak, Montello, WI
Handler: Paul Sletten

Paul and Chris came to the line at 12:37 pm

F – Smacked it!

L – Over the mound, wide right of the cedars, turned back right for a loop back in to the trees, missed it and looped left. Got deep right and worked around the cedars. He then worked it out and got his bird.

No Questionnaire

Owner Name: Paul Sletten and Tera Lanczak

Dog Name: Chris

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

Paul began working for Andy Attar in 1996.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I loved training the dogs to a high level and that got me in. 

Who are your training partners at home? 

Tera and I are training partners.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Chris was born on Columbus Day … And we always dream about our next travels 

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Chris’ favorite activities are pheasant hunting and morning cuddle time. 

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“I’ve Been Everywhere” by Johnny Cash 

Rerun 34. Crane’s Oom Poppa Mow Mow, “Elvira,” BLF, Mike Bassett

Crane's Oom Poppa Mow Mow "Elvira"
Lab Female -- 10/18/2020
Sire: NFC-AFC Windy City's Mighty Mouse
Dam: Whiskey Hill's Halle B Good MH
Breeder: Chris Norton
Owner: Jacob Crane, Satsuma, AL
Handler: Mike Bassett

Mike and Elvira came back to the line for a rerun at 12:32 pm

F – Through the bales and straight to the bird!

L – Wide right but came back to the cedars and got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Jacob Crane

Dog Name: Elvira

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

Down East Hunting Retriever Club on August 12, 2022 was the first field trial I had a dog compete in.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I have been training and running AKC and UKC hunt tests for the past six years. When I got Elvira, I decided I wanted to go the field trial route. Thanks to my trainer, Mike Bassett, I am now hooked!

Who are your training partners at home? 

Mike Bassett, Preston Stapleton, Clint Skipper and Nick Sutton.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Was jamming out to the Oak Ridge Boy’s song Elvira. Always liked when the bass singer, Richard Sturbin sang “oom poppa mow mow”

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Although she is full throttle when it’s time to work, she loves to lay on the couch and burrow her head in your armpit.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Elvira” by The Oak Ridge Boys

39. Core Sound’s Im Ready To Play, “Coach,” BLM, Reid Jones

Core Sound’s Im Ready To Play "Coach"
Lab Male -- 1/21/2021
Sire: Core Sound's Y'all Wanna Win Put Boobie
Dam: Core Sound's Shine Runner
Breeder: Ashley Domke
Owner: Mason Brown, Harkers island, NC
Handler: Reid Jones

Reid and Coach came to the line at 12:27 pm

F – Covered quite a bit of ground but found his bird

L – Took left side of mound, came in behind the guns, hunted deep, moved to the right side of the cedars and worked it out!

No Questionnaire

38. Vinwood’s Reckless Abandon Of Gunstock, “Reckless,” YLF, Yvonne Hays

Vinwood’s Reckless Abandon Of Gunstock "Reckless"
Lab Female -- 5/2/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Gunstock's Win Chester
Dam: Bam Bam's Blondie
Breeder: Michael & Karen Flanagan
Owner: Danny & Lisa Farmer & Yvonne Hays, Anderson, TX
Handler: Yvonne Hays

Yvonne and Reckless came to the line at 12:25 pm

F – Straight to the bird

L – Out to the right of the trees, turned quickly left and nailed it!

No Questionnaire

37. Flex’s Carbon Copy - Ditto, “Ditto,” BLM, Randy Whittaker

Flex’s Carbon Copy - Ditto "Ditto"
Lab Male -- 4/10/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Flawless Execution - FLEX
Dam: AFC Giddy Up Go II
Breeder: Randy Whittaker
Owner: Randy Whittaker, Lincolnton, GA
Handler: Randy Whittaker

Randy and Ditto came to the line at 12:21 pm

F – Smacked it!

L – Straight over the mound and to the bird, Excellent!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Randy Whittaker

Dog Name: Ditto

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1977

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

NA

Who are your training partners at home? 

My wife and Baker Retrievers.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

We are hoping he will be as good as his sire, FC-AFC Flawless Execution-FLEX, thus the call name, ”Ditto.”

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

NA

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“I’m Still Standing” by Elton John

36. Beaver Creek Retriever’s Burning Ring of Fire, “Cash,” YLM, Travis Echelberry

Beaver Creek Retriever's Burning Ring of Fire "Cash"
Lab Male -- 11/27/2020
Sire: FC Watsons Rigem N Getem
Dam: Red Hot N Ever Ready Cinder
Breeder: Lance Flowers
Owner: Lance Flowers, Derby, KS
Handler: Travis Echelberry

Travis and Cash came to the line at 12:17 pm

F – Short hunt and he got it.

L – Wide right, curved in left to the trees and circled until he got it.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Lance Flowers

Dog Name: Cash

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2010

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I wanted to be around the best dogs in the country.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Just myself.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Because of his box red color, I went with “Burning Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash. His call name is “Cash.”

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

This puppy was special from the time he was just three weeks old; he just was interested in everything about this world.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Burning Ring of Fire” by Johnny Cash

35. Foundation’s On The Rocks, “Ice,” BLF, Greg McClure

Foundation's On The Rocks "Ice"
Lab Female -- 10/28/2020
Sire: Contenders Law Dawg MH
Dam: Yonah Double Shot of Crown MH
Breeder: Thomas Turner
Owner: Greg McClure, Gray Court, SC
Handler: Greg McClure

Greg and Ice came to the line at 12:14 pm

F – Out between the two bales & front footed the rooster flyer!

L – Came in right of the cedars, a quick left and he got it!

No Questionnaire

Re-Bird

 Re-Bird at 12:08 pm

No-Bird 34. Crane’s Oom Poppa Mow Mow, “Elvira,” BLF, Mike Bassett

Mike and Elvira came to the line at 12:07 pm and had a No-Bird on the flyer

They will come back after 5 dogs

Pick-Up 33. Radfords Rockin American Spirit, “Rye,” BLM, Shawn Radford

Radfords Rockin American Spirit "Rye"
Lab Male -- 1/28/2021
Sire: Radford's Hop Scotch Whiskey
Dam: Barksdale's Southern Belle
Breeder: Mathew Barksdale
Owner: Shawn Radford, North Augusta, SC
Handler: Shawn Radford

Shawn and Rye came to the line at 12:03 pm

F – Very nice job of a very short bird.

L – Right of the mound, up the middle, cut left towards the cedars and very far back and away, dog was picked up.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Shawn Radford

Dog Name: Rye

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2022

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Hunt Tests

Who are your training partners at home? 

Zach Clark and Robbie Knutson

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

His sire named himself Scotch because he could never turn down a sip of good whiskey...

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

He sleeps on the flat of his back with his legs all splayed out inside the kennel.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Sucker For A Good Time” by Brent Cobb

32. Y-Farms Foxx’s Hot Lil Lady, “Foxy,” BLF, Jason Baker

Y-Farms Foxx’s Hot Lil Lady "Foxy"
Lab Female -- 12/9/2020
Sire: NFC-AFC Bayou Teche Swing For The Fence
Dam: YFarms Cash's Candlewoods Cutie MH
Breeder: Jennifer Young
Owner: Jennifer Young-Hopkins, Zachary, LA
Handler: Jason Baker

Jason and Foxy came to the line at 11:58 am

F – Straight line to her bird!

L – Over the mound, right of the cedars, a short hunt, around the trees a couple times and she got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Jennifer Young-Hopkins and Brad Hopkins

Dog Name: Foxy

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

This is our first field trial dog.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Because it is more of a challenge than a hunt test.

Who are your training partners at home? 

My husband, Brad, and our friends.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

She’s named after “Foxx” her dad.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

When “Foxy” was five months old, we saw so much drive to work and no fear of big retrieves. We knew she had a chance at running field trials.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“The Champion” by Carrie Underwood and Ludacris

31. Midway’s Minion, “Tag,” BLF, Nik Koumoundouros

Midway's Minion "Tag"
Lab Female -- 1/30/2021
Sire: FC 3Rs' Mr T Smoken Joe
Dam: Peaks Shootin' The Way To Happiness
Breeder: Kurt Edward Opel
Owner: Nik Koumoundouros & Woody Woodson, Carrollton, TX
Handler: Nik Koumoundouros

Nik and Tag came to the line at 11:55 am

F –  Between the bales, then left, turned back and right, went straight to her bird.

L – Wide right around the mound, cut back left and straight to her bird again!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Nik Koumoundouros & Woody Woodson

Dog Name: Tag

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

September 17, 2005 - Jayhawk Retriever Club

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

My first dog, Theo, was getting older. I wanted to get a puppy to train for duck hunting. I got Emma when she was 8 weeks old. Later, I met Ron Geels through Ducks Unlimited and began training with him and a couple local pros, Jim Swan & Mike Hafley. I trained Emma myself. I remember riding with Ron to Jayhawk and staying at the world-famous Copa in Kingman, KS. Emma and I JAMed our first Derby and if felt like winning a National. I am excited to be a part of the 2022 NDC; the Derby is the entry point for new participants to enter our sport.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Tim Milligan (Pro), Woody Woodson, Seth Kelly, Rich Davis, Ron Root, Jan Connely. In addition, the team at Midway Retrievers. They are amazing and take such great care of the dogs. Woody and I am eternally grateful for all they do.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Tim & Jenn Milligan named Tag; they also raised the litter. Woody’s wife chose her registered name. She is a handful, and we lovingly refer to her as Tag-manian Devil.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Tag was a slow starter, kind of a dud puppy. Tim and Jenn raised her with the help of Shannon Meggs, who works for Tim. I almost purchased Tag when she was a puppy after my dog Voodoo washed out of training. Tim had a very Tim Milligan way of explaining that Voodoo wasn’t going to make a FT dog. He sent me a text message with Tag’s pedigree. When I asked what that was, he replied “your new dog.” Message received!

 

I initially passed on Tag for another dog, Pink, who was closer to running trials. Pink qualified for this year’s NDC as well; however, she turned 2 in April. Fast forward about a year and the opportunity to purchase Tag with Woody Woodson presented itself and here we are today. BTW, Tag is no longer a dud.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Tush” by ZZ Top

30. Bur Oak’s Quigley On The Road From Valhalla, “Quigley,” CBRF, Heidi Henningson

Bur Oak's Quigley On The Road From Vahalla "Quigley"
Chessie Female -- 11/3/2020
Sire: FC Topsail's Good Time Buddy QA2
Dam: Valhallas Artic Sea
Breeder: Shawn Ward
Owner: Heidi Henningson & Gary Kavan, Springfield, NE
Handler: Heidi Henningson

Heidi and Quigley came to the line at 11:50 am

F – Out to the fall area, a tight hunt and she got it!

L – Over the mound, cut right up the gap, quick turn back to the left and got it!

No Questionnaire

29. WYTX Big Horn Bessie, “Bessie,” BLF, Paul Knutson

WYTX Big Horn Bessie "Bessie"
Lab Female -- 11/26/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Fordland's Bored Out Ford
Dam: FC-AFC High Desert Morning
Breeder: Adam Castro & Ed & Laurie Neilson
Owner: Martha McCool, Athens, TX
Handler: Paul Knutson

Paul and Bessie came to the line at 11:47 am

F – Left of the cedars for a short flyer, after a loop right, she came back left to her bird.

L – Around the left side of the mound, cut right to the fall area, a tight hunt and she got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Chris and Martha McCool

Dog Name: Bessie

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

Around 1999, when our son left for college.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

We love the outdoors and animals and wanted a hobby we could do together. We also enjoy competition.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Paul Knutson (pro), Terry Christopher (pro), Anna Curry, Lee Smithwick, Eddie Hicks and at home we help each other train.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

We bought a ranch in Big Horn, WY, and named it “WYTX” … Thus WYTX Big Horn Bessie.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

We owned her grandfather (on the dam’s side)  FC Sooner Boomer. We are proud of the dam he produced FC-AFC High Desert Morning, “Glory” owned by Ed and Laurie Nielsen and Adam Castro.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“High Hopes” by Panic at the Disco

28. White Oak Captain Hook, “Cappy,” BLM, John Lynch

White Oak Captain Hook "Cappy"
Lab Male -- 1/1/2021
Sire: NFC-AFC Windy City's Mighty Mouse
Dam: AFC Watermarks What You Mean To Me
Breeder: Stacy Rick & Brad Knight
Owner: Martin Kirby, Pinckneyville, IL
Handler: John Lynch

John and Cappy came to the line at 11:43 am

F – Between the cedars and bales and pinned it!

L – Around the left of the mound, behind the guns, hunted the left side of the cedars, got to the right side, went in and got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Martin Kirby

Dog Name: Cappy

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1984

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I wanted to make a better hunting dog.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Brad and Stacy Knight, Gerry and Jackie Brenner, Jackie McKay and Mitch and Linda Patterson.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Our grandson chose the name.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Cappy picked me. When looking at the whole litter, I was sitting on my the floor and Cappy just came over and crawled in my lap – the choice was made.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Fight Song” by Rachel Platten

27. B&B’s Gossip Girl, “Rumor,” BLF, Wendy Buckler

B&B's Gossip Girl "Rumor"
Lab Female -- 5/21/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Fen Wizzard MHR
Dam: Peaks High Caliber*** MH
Breeder: Keith Farmer
Owner: David Barrow & Wendy Buckler, Hollister, FL
Handler: Wendy Buckler

Wendy and Rumor came to the line at 11:40 am

F – Good Line to the fall area, quick tight hunt and she got it.

L – Over the mound and moved right, came back to the cedars and her bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Wendy Buckler & David Barrow

Dog Name: Rumor

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

Wendy began competing in field trials in 2008 with an old yellow lab named “Daisy” that was gifted to her to practice with until Wendy got her own puppy to train and trial with.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Having competed in hunt tests for a few years and finding that meeting the standard was fairly simple to achieve, Wendy liked the competitiveness that field trials offered where handlers and dogs received placements based on their performance.

Who are your training partners at home? 

My main training partner is David Barrow and we have had the fortunate opportunity to train with many like-minded amateur trainers up and down the east coast of the US.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

B&B’s Gossip Girl was the name I selected for Rumor because over the years going to field trials you hear the darnedest things about other field trialers and most of it is just “rumors” without much truth. 

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Rumor believes that my only purpose as her owner/handler is to pay for her entries, feed her and take her to a trial. At that point, she instructs me to hold her beer and watch this!

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Let’s Give them Something to Talk About” by Bonnie Rait 

Rerun 21. Truline’s Mighty Yellowstone, “Dutton,” BLF, Wayne Carey

Truline’s Mighty Yellowstone "Dutton"
Lab Female -- 10/28/2020
Sire: FC TruLine's Just Floyd
Dam: Truline's DoubleTap
Breeder: Jim & Ginger Cope
Owner: Wayne & Debi Carey, Alta Loma, CA
Handler: Wayne Carey

Wayne and Dutton came back to the line for a rerun at 11:36 am

F – Though the bales directly to the fall area and her bird!

L – Right of the mound, up the middle of the field, by the cedars, cut left and found it!

No Questionnaire

26. Valhallas Kid Kodachrome, “Koda,” CBRM, Henry Hayes

Valhallas Kid Kodachrome "Koda"
Chessie Male 11/3/2020
Sire: FC Topsail's Good Time Buddy QA2
Dam: Valhallas Artic Sea
Breeder: Shawn Eugene Ward
Owner: Henry Hayes & Bill Dodd, Muskogee, OK
Handler: Henry Hayes

Henry and Koda came to the line at 11:30 am

F – Excellent line straight to the bird!

L – Left of the mound, cut right in front of the guns, got right of the cedars, came back left and then back to the middle, into the cedars, out left, popped, and back up to the cedars and got it!

No Questionnaire

25. Green Rivers Yayo, “Toot,” YLM, Marc Patton

Green Rivers Yayo "Toot"
Lab Male -- 5/5/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Drakes Bay Parting Of The Sea
Dam: Contender's Slap Happy
Breeder: Jason Heffelmeier
Owner: Danford Inn & Marc Patton, Eagle Mountain, UT
Handler: Marc Patton

Marc and Toot came to the line at 11:26 am

F – Long bird, straight to it!

L – Over the mound and right of the cedars a little deep, adjusted back left into the cedars and to his bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Danford Inn & Marc Patton

Dog Name: Toot

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1989

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Competition and training a dog to do spectacular things!

Who are your training partners at home? 

George Ibarra, Mark Neeley, Albert Vasquez, Jason Annet, Ken Sacco, Jeff Meyers Doug Kolan and Cindy Galstar.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Marc Patton chose it – I did not.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

I just purchased this dog from Marc Patton and got to look at him for a bit and loved him!!

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

The Theme Song from Top Gun

24. Blitzen Rolling Thunder, “Blitz,” BLM, Mike Holliday

Blitzen Rolling Thunder "Blitz"
Lab Male -- 2/16/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Hockley Creek's Switch Hitter
Dam: FC Mossy River's Split Infinitives
Breeder: Robert McFarlane
Owner: Mike Holliday, Southlake, TX
Handler: Mike Holliday

Mike and Blitz came to the line at 11:24 am

F – Grabbed his bird on the run! Excellent Job!

L – Went up left, moved right to the cedars, turned back left and got his bird quickly!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Mike Holliday

Dog Name: Blitz

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

February 2021

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Competition and I enjoy the process of dog training

Who are your training partners at home? 

My pro is Wade Cashion

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Blitzen is German for lightning and I wanted a play off of Thunder and Lightning. My son spent three years in High School learning German, so he suggested Blitzen. One of the few words he remembered.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

At five months old, Blitz contracted a severe case of pneumonia and slowly recovered after spending14 days in canine ICU. His odds of survival were less than 20% at one point in time. He’s a fighter and I’m proud and honored to watch him work.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“For Those About to Rock,” by AC-DC

23. Mountain’s Top G.O.A.T., “Billy,” CLM, Bruce Mountain

Mountain's Top G.O.A.T. "Billy"
Lab Male -- 1/6/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Bo Whoop II
Dam: Kramer's Taste Of Brown Sugar MH
Breeder: Chris Royer
Owner: Bruce Mountain, New Virginia, IA
Handler: Bruce Mountain 

Bruce and Billy came to the line at 11:20 am

F – Out to the area, missed it, hunted tight and found his bird!

L – Inside left, cut in front of the gun to the cedar tree on the right, quickly stopped, turned left and got his bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Bruce Mountain

Dog Name: Billy

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2008

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I primarily enjoy hunt tests but I wanted to challenge my dogs (and me) more.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Dave Hemminger, Nat Heblin, Andy Mortenson, Jim Forneis, Andy Samelson, Brandon Smith and Allison Sinclair.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

I have raised Chocolate Labs for 36 years and all have been named Mountain’s Top. I’m 78 years old and since Billy will be my last dog, he will be my G.O.A.T.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

I had sold a pup to a friend years ago and he wanted another one. I was out of raising pups but I found him one in Kansas City. As I was looking at Entry Express, I saw this litter out of FC-AFC Bowhoop II and reserved 1st choice of chocolate males … a friend and I drove all night to Davidson Georgia and picked out Billy.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“On The Road Again” by Willy Nelson.

22. Shooters OGF Mudslinger Queen Marin, “Marin,” YLF, Travis Echelberry

Shooters OGF Mudslinger Queen Marin "Marin"
Lab Female -- 5/2/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Mudslinger's Amazing Vision
Dam: OGF Bandit Queen QA2
Breeder: Doug Dodge
Owner: Michael Sciborski, Black River Falls, WI
Handler: Travis Echelberry

Travis and Marin came to the line at 11:17 am

F – Drilled it, perfect line!

L – Around left of the mound, straight up to the fall area, quick turn and she got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Michael Sciborski

Dog Name: Marin

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2020

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

A young dog named Aces High

Who are your training partners at home? 

Local friends.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Dame & Sire

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Very Smart, quick learner and fearless as a puppy

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Witchy Woman" by the Eagles

Rerun 16. Meadow Woods Just A Lil Sweeter, “Lily,” BLF, Stan Wagner

Meadow Woods Just A Lil Sweeter "Lily"
Lab Female -- 3/14/2021
Sire: FC Sweetie's Easy Rider
Dam: AFC Meadow Woods Girls Just Do It
Breeder: Judy & Tony Despenas
Owner: Stan Wagner, Elkader, IA
Handler: Stan Wagner

Stan and Lily came back to the line to rerun at 11:14 am

F – Out to the fall area and quickly found her bird.

L – Went up the left side straight to her bird!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Stan Wagner

Dog Name: Lily

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2018

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I finally had the time, or maybe made the time to do it. Also I had a dog that showed a lot of potential.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Ron Ainley, Bob West, Dave Robertson, Bobby Raasch, Ed Staili, Ted Lewin, many others in Iowa, Wisconsin and places near and far when we congregate in North Texas.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Out of respect for the breeders, the unofficial kennel name “Meadow Woods.” “Just” after her mama. “Lil” after her mama’s mama, “FC-AFC Lil Whiskey Girl” and “Sweeter” from her sire.  

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

I was hesitant to enter her in a Derby early last spring in Texas when she was just over 11 months old. She could do the work but I was concerned about line manners, the event atmosphere and the fact that we would arrive in TX just a couple days before the event. I decided to ask to run as test dog and we did for every series. She stepped on every mark and would have won decisively. She was given an honorary “Test Dog JAM” ribbon. Most of the time green ribbons are a little disappointing but that one is pretty special. The next day she ran as test dog in the Q on the land blind, and lined it. We quit on a high note and went elsewhere to train.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

No song, just a big round of applause for Bob Hayden. Our sport has never seen a more generous individual!

No-Bird 21. Truline’s Mighty Yellowstone, “Dutton,” BLF, Wayne Carey

Wayne and Dutton came to the line at 11:11 am and had a No-Bird on the flyer

They will come back after 5 dogs

20. Meadow Woods Big River Goose, “Goose,” BLM, Christian Alt

Meadow Woods Big River Goose "Goose"
Lab Male -- 3/14/2021
Sire: FC Sweetie's Easy Rider
Dam: AFC Meadow Woods Girls Just Do It
Breeder: Judy & Tony Despenas
Owner: Paul Hanson & Jim Rickoff, Sauk Rapids, MN
Handler: Christian Alt

Christian and Goose came to the line at 11:07 am

F – Came in just left of the bird, moved left, turned and worked it out!

L – Came into the right of the cedars, stopped, turned left and he got it!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Paul Hanson and Jim Rickoff

Dog Name: Goose

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

Jim: 1992

Paul: 2007

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Jim: Wanted a good Duck dog

Paul: Went from killing ducks and pheasants, to hunting with a dog, to enjoying dog work more than shooting.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Jim:

Summer MN: The incomparable Carl Ruffalo, Ed Tomaschek, Fred Krause, Kit Johnson, Jeff Overkamp, Dave Robertson and Bobby Rausch

Winter GA: Dave Kress, Jeff Talley, Wes Lee, John Stracka, John Higgins and Tom Hawley

Paul:

Summer: Bob Zylla, Pro Steve Yozamp and clients.

Annual Event: With the Tamarack National group: Dave Furin, Paul Panichi, Ron Ainley, Rick Van Bergen, Lee Jolley, Jim Ausmus, Corky Krollman, Dennis Danculavich, Larry and Lorraine Sarek, Bob Walker – I know I missed a bunch because other people come and go.

Winter: Still a working stiff

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

“Big River” is Jim’s Kennel Name after the Mississippi River that runs through Both St Cloud Minnesota where Paul lives and Winona Minnesota where Jim lives. Our partnership is partially connected by the Big Muddy. “Meadow Woods” is home and kennel name of Tony and Judy Despenas breeders of Goose and two other dogs from the litter entered in the 2022 Derby National. “Goose” – original owner John Goossen called Goose Wheels. When John passed late last year. Jim and I purchased Wheels from the family through Tony and Judy’s encouragement and changed the dog’s name to “Goose” in John’s Memory.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

More classic lab than interesting. Goose came home from Texas with Christian Alt this spring and proceeded to have fun and grab ass with dog friends Skol, Lucky, and Chilly at Northern Exposure.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Wanted Dead or Alive” by Guns and Roses

19. Hockley Creek’s Designated Hitter, “Papi,” YLM, Robby Bickley

Hockley Creek's Designated Hitter "Papi"
Lab Male -- 11/5/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Hockley Creek's Switch Hitter
Dam: AFC Izzy Gittin' Bizzy
Breeder: James Horneck
Owner: Robby Bickley, Gainesville, TX
Handler: Robby Bickley

Robby and Papi came to the line at 11:03 am

F – Long bird, straight to it!

L – Around the left of the mound, straighten out and went in to the cedars for his bird!

No Questionnaire

18. Miss Margie’s Hot Hannah, “Hannah,” BLF, Wayne Stupka

Miss Margie's Hot Hannah "Hannah"
Lab Female -- 3/20/2021
Sire: FC-AFC Seaside's Gorgeous George
Dam: FC-AFC Mr. Lee's Magnificent Miss Margie
Breeder: Wayne Stupka
Owner: Wayne Stupka, Lumberton, TX
Handler: Wayne Stupka

Wayne and Hannah came to the line at 10:56 am

F – Lined through the area in front of the guns, straight to the fall area, a few loops and she got it!

L – Out to the fall area, missed on the first turn out right and then straight back for her bird.

No Questionnaire

17. Green River’s Hangin Heavy, “Ravi,” YLM, Marc Patton

Green River’s Hangin Heavy "Ravi"
Lab Male -- 11/23/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Drakes Bay Parting Of The Sea
Dam: Heaven And Earths Midnight Rain MH
Breeder: Marc Patton
Owner: Lyle & Stephanie Steinman, Gower, MO
Handler: Marc Patton

Marc and Ravi came to the line at 10:53 am

F – Short hunt and he got it!

L – Great line into the bird!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Lyle & Stephanie Steinman

Dog Name: Ravi

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1997

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I love competing with dogs

Who are your training partners at home? 

My wife and my assistant.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

I named him after my good friend, Dr Ravi Iyer

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

On multiple occasions I’ve lost my e collar remote in the field. I’ve always have “Ravi” find it for me because he has such an exceptional nose.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

"Thunderstorm" by AC/DC

Gun Change

 Gun Change at 10:47 am

16. Meadow Woods Just A Lil Sweeter, “Lily,” BLF, Stan Wagner

Stan and Lily came to the line at 10:45 am and had a No-Bird on the flyer

They will come back after 5 dogs

15. MVP All Betts Are Off, “Mookie,” BLM, Paul Sletten

MVP All Betts Are Off "Mookie"
Lab Male -- 11/5/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Hockley Creek's Switch Hitter
Dam: AFC Izzy Gittin' Bizzy
Breeder: James Horneck
Owner: Kathleen Vignos, Thomasville, GA
Handler: Paul Sletten

Paul and Mookie came to the line at 10:41 am

F – Left of the cedars on the way to a short bird, good job!

L – Right side of the mound, came in right side of the cedars and missed it, 1 loop deep and then back into the bush for the bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Kathy Vignos

Dog Name: Mookie

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

2010

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I did hunt tests for 10 years and wanted more of a challenge for myself and my dogs.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Paul Sletten and Tera Lanczak of Pine Edge Retrievers, Andy Attar and Autumn Run Retrievers, Jake Fredericks of BlueStem Retrievers.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

I name my black labs after their sire or bitch, finding a link to a black/African American that relates to the parents. Mookie Betts’s sire is Robbie Bickley’s dog, FC-AFC Hockley Creek’s Switch Hitter.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

All I can say is that Mookie is probably the most playful, handsome, lovable lab I’ve ever had.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Take Me Out To The Ballgame”

Rerun 9. Goosebusters Semper Fidelis, “Fidi,” BLF, Marc Patton

Goosebusters Semper Fidelis "Fidi"
Lab Female -- 12/19/2020
Sire: FC TruLine's Just Floyd
Dam: Goosebusters Run Forest Run MH
Breeder: Pete Eromenok
Owner: Pete Eromenok, New Plymouth, ID
Handler: Marc Patton

Marc and Fidi came back to the line for a 2nd rerun at 10:37 am

F – Very short bird, hunted in front of the guns, worked it out and got it

L – Around the left of the mound, behind the guns, looped back in to the cedars and to her bird.

No Questionnaire

Rerun 7. 3 Rivers Picnic On A Sandbar, “Yogi,” YLM, Richard Ellis

3 Rivers Picnic On A Sandbar "Yogi"

Lab Male -- 5/20/2021

Sire: FC-AFC Hockley Creek's Switch Hitter

Dam: Blackwater Rudy Mighty Piper

Breeder: Sean Jackson

Owner: Richard & Lynn Ellis, Onalaska, WI

Handler: Richard Ellis

Richard and Yogi came back to the line to rerun

F – Nice Job!

L – Over the mound and straight to his mark!

No Questionnaire

Rerun 12. Meadow Woods Smokin’ Hot, “Traeger,” BLM, Beth Harman

Meadow Woods Smokin’ Hot "Traeger"
Lab Male -- 3/14/2021
Sire: FC Sweetie's Easy Rider
Dam: AFC Meadow Woods Girls Just Do It
Breeder: Judy & Tony Despenas
Owner: Brad & Beth Harman, New Virginia, IA
Handler: Beth Harman

Beth and Traeger came back to the line to rerun at 10:28 am

F – Between the cedars and bales out the fall area, quickly found his bird.

L – Left of the mound, and straight to the bird!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Brad & Beth Harman

Dog Name: Traeger

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1994

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I bought a nice FT-bred puppy, “Webster,” from Chris Smith in Madison Lake, MN to do AKC Hunt Tests. Chris talked me into running a Derby and we got a Reserve Jam. I was hooked at that point. With the wonderful training and coaching from Chris Smith, Webster and I got our Master hunt test title then Chris convinced us to try the Field Trial game. Well, we jumped in and entered two field trials back-to-back. Lo’ and behold our second trial we won the Amateur and got 3rd in the Open. Holy Smokes, I was addicted, then teamed up with the great Bill Eckett of Blackwater Retrievers and Webster quickly earned his FC and competed in the 2000 National Retriever Championship in Ardmore, OK. Webster introduced me to a whole new world and because of him, I have met the most amazing people through the sport and have made lifelong friendships I will always cherish.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Tony & Judy Despenas, Tanja & Casey Frye and the late John Goossen.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

My husband wanted one of those fancy expensive Traeger grills. I convinced him this puppy was cheaper and we’d name him “Traeger.” Sorry darling, I lied.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

When Traeger was about 10 weeks old, we took him through a puppy kindergarten class with my training partner, Tanja Frye, at Cyclone Country Kennel Club in Ames, IA. After the first class, I injured my knee and was on crutches so I made Brad complete the class with Traeger. That little puppy developed a very special bond with Brad. They are never far apart at home in the house, barn or kennel. Where Brad goes, Traeger goes. If I ask Traeger to do something, he looks at Brad who then ‘gives him permission’ to listen to mom. But when he is training, he could care less about who’s on the line with him. He is all business and thinks he is the one in charge. He challenges me to be a stronger, more patient partner on the line.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple

14. Calumet’s Blue Moon, “Moon,” YLM, Sharon Gierman

Calumet's Blue Moon "Moon"
Lab Male -- 11/4/2020
Sire: NAFC-FC Cody Cut A Lean Grade
Dam: D. A. C.'s Engine Company 'Leven
Breeder: Debby Champs
Owner: Sharon Gierman, Morris, IL
Handler: Sharon Gierman

Sharon and Moon came to the line at 10:24 am

F – Between the cedars and bales, straight to the bird!

L – Over the mound and straight to the bird!

No Questionnaire

13. B&B’s Back In Black, “Angus,” BLM, David Barrow

B&B's Back In Black "Angus"
Lab Male -- 7/15/2021
Sire: Sweethalls Pocketful Of Safe Moorings
Dam: Bayou Black's Magic Willow QAA
Breeder: John Kello
Owner: David Barrow & Wendy Buckler, Hollister, FL
Handler: David Barrow

Dave and Angus came to the line at 10:21 am

F – Long bird, through the bales, Nice!

L – Right of the mound, wide right of the cedars, turned back to the trees and missed it, hunted deep right, back to the cedars and he got his bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: David Barrow & Wendy Buckler

Dog Name: Angus

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

I had the privilege of watching, gunning and helping at field trials in the 1980’s. My competing in field trials began in 2000.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

My grandfather had an old Acme whistle which he used for the first Labrador I had ever seen as a child. The progression from fox hunting through English Setters, Beagles, to my first Labrador Retriever in the early 80’s seemed fitting as I began to waterfowl hunt more often. After learning from hunt tests, sanctioned club trials and once my son and daughter were in their teens, my training groups evolved into field trials.

Who are your training partners at home? 

I train with many amateur handlers from time to time, but my main training partner is Wendy Buckler.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

I have had yellow labs for many years, and Angus is my first black lab and happens to also be the grandson of my dog Macy. His name comes from the AC/DC song Back in Black and the lead singer Angus Young since it appears I am now back running blacks.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

When Angus came to me at 12 weeks, the guy raising him for me for a few weeks said, “look at this crazy dog.” He held him up by his middle and Angus FROZE. His head stared off into the horizon and never moved. Every time you picked him up, he just went into a trance. Funniest thing I had ever seen in a dog.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Back in Black” by AC/DC

Rerun 10. Prairie Wind’s Hidden Gun, “Sniper,” BLM, Joey Smith

Prairie Wind's Hidden Gun "Sniper"
Lab Male -- 11/26/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Fordland's Bored Out Ford
Dam: FC-AFC High Desert Morning
Breeder: Adam Castro & Edward Neilson
Owner: Derek & Joey Smith, LaSalle, CO
Handler: Joey Smith

Joey and Sniper came back to the line to rerun at 10:15 am

F – Through the bales, a large loop in the middle to the fall area and on his bird.

L – Over the mound, a turn in front of and behind the gunners, then a 2nd set of turns took him to the cedars and his bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Joey Smith

Dog Name: Sniper

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

May 2012

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

Derek wanted to run field trials & once our kids were older, he got me Abby”, to see if I too would like this game. “Abby” is my heart & I was hooked.

Who are your training partners at home? 

Horsetooth Retriever Kennel – Kenny Trott & Marcy Wright

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

“Hidden” because the sire, Fordland’s Bored Out Ford, is deceased and “Gun” because we have a son in the military with his sniper training.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

When I picked him out of the litter, he came up to me right away, like we were longtime friends.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“Centerfield” by John Fogerty

No-Bird 9. Goosebusters Semper Fidelis, “Fidi,” BLF, Marc Patton

Marc and Fidi came to the line at 10:13 am and had a 2nd No-Bird on the flyer

They will come back after 5 dogs

No-Bird 12. Meadow Woods Smokin’ Hot, “Traeger,” BLM, Beth Harman

Beth and Traeger came to the line at 10:11 am and had a No-Bird on the flyer

They will come back after 5 dogs

No-Bird 7. 3 Rivers Picnic On A Sandbar, “Yogi,” YLM, Richard Ellis

Richard and Yogi came to the line at 10:09 am and had a 2nd No-Bird on the flyer

They will come back after 5 dogs

11. Mountain Sky’s Mischief Maker, “Loki,” BLM, Wayne Dorband

Mountain Sky's Mischief Maker "Loki"
Lab Male -- 11/23/2020
Sire: FC-AFC Drakes Bay Parting Of The Sea
Dam: Heaven And Earths Midnight Rain MH
Breeder: Caleb Horton
Owner: Wayne Dorband, Berthoud, CO
Handler: Wayne Dorband

Wayne and Loki came to the line at 10:05 am

F –  Between the cedars and bales, hunted left and right, got behind the guns and then back to the fall area and his bird.

L – Over and around the mound and out to his bird.

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Wayne and Deb Dorband

Dog Name: Loki

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

I ran in my first Retriever Field Trial in 2003. I had been running in Pointing Dog Field Trial since 1975.

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

We had been competing with Britanny’s in Field Trials since 1975, as I stated above. We had owned and competed in conformation and obedience with Golden Retriever since 1975 also. I have hunted waterfowl and upland game with Retrievers and Pointing Dogs since 1973. We bought a Golden Retriever puppy in 2001 who had field bloodlines and we started doing training with him, “Sky, for hunt tests and hunting. He showed some ability and had great drive. We bought a second Golden Retriever puppy, “Pete, a year later with the specific intention of competing with him in the field in hunt tests and/or field trials if he had the right characteristics. It urned out he did and we started to train him for field competition.

Who are your training partners at home? 

We are very fortunate to have an abundance of training partners. Most importantly, Loki has been trained from basics until now by our good friend and professional trainer, Paul Knutson, of Gun Club Labradors(GCL). Our GCL team includes a number of owners and handlers in northern Colorado. We also train with a number of other amateurs including RenateVan Allen on a regular basis.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

We have a current naming theme involving Scandinavian origins. My wife Deb and “I are both Scandinavian. Loki is a well-known Norwegian character.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

Loki is a very big, handsome young dog. He is also athletic and can jump or climb “anything.” We joke about needing to “put a saddle on him” when we run him. When he was a puppy he would regularly jump out of our fenced backyard and great us at the front door. We had to put up six foot tall panels to keep him in. I don’t think we need them now because he is somewhat better trained, but this is the first dog in almost 16 years to so easily be able to jump that fence.

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“We are the Champions” by Queen

Rerun 5. Highpoint’s Handsome Johnny, “Prine,” BLM, Jeff Sanders

Highpoint's Handsome Johnny "Prine"

Lab Male -- 3/6/2021

Sire: FC-AFC Blackwater Dexter

Dam: AFC Poplar Forest One Lump Or Two

Breeder: Van Qualls

Owner: Jeff & Lori Sanders, Kingsport, TN

Handler: Jeff Sanders

Jeff and Prine came back to the line to rerun at 10:01 am

F – Through the bales and straight to the fall area, then on to his bird.

L – Over the top of the mound to the fall are and the bird!

Questionnaire

Owner Name: Jeff and Lori Sanders 

Dog Name: Prine

When did you begin competing in Field Trials? 

1992. But there was a 15 year hiatus in there!

What made you decide to compete in Field Trials? 

I saw a dog sit and deliver to hand and I thought that was the coolest thing ever!

Who are your training partners at home? 

Primarily it’s just my wife and myself.

What is the origin of your dog’s name? 

Named after John Prine, my favorite songwriter of all time.

Tell us an interesting story about your dog.

NA

You and your dog have survived nine series of the National Derby Championship. You are about to come to the line for the 10th series with a chance to be crowned the 2022 National Derby Champion. What song and artist would you want to hear playing as the two of you come to the line? 

“When I Get to Heaven” by John Prine