NFBR Profile: Josie Conner #14
Josie Conner
Hometown: Iowa, LA
Rank: 14th
2023 Winnings: $74,763
2023 Catch Percentage: 67%
Career Earnings: $215,037
NFBR Qualifications: 2
Biggest Win of 2023: I think I won about $5,000 at Guymon and $6,000 at Pendleton. I won the average at the BL8 Classic in Amarillo for $12,000.
Horse(s): Hermie Sadler, “Tonka” – 17-year-old sorrel gelding; LPT Pepto Annie, “Marie” – 7-year-old sorrel mare
Strategy for NFBR: My plan is to hit the barrier and take my first best throw every time and have fun!
Saddle: I have a Billy Hogg and a couple of Jeff Beach’s. I like them equally.
Ropes: I have always used Dub Grant Gold poly ropes. Recently, I have started using King Tan poly ropes and white three strands. I’m planning on using the white three strands at the NFR. All are size 9.5.
Equipment: 5-Star boots
Jeans and Shirts: Kimes
Hat: American Hats
Must haves in truck and trailer: I have to have an extra diesel tank in the truck and air ride and keypad locks on the trailer.
Motto: “Live life to the fullest.”
What defines a champion: A champion is one who has success, but the truest champions are the ones who are champions in life. Living the right way, treating people the right way. Buckles are just a bonus.
