Name:  Spud Jones

Age:  21

Marital Status: Single (girl friend)

Family/Children:  JW Jones, Michlean Jones, 3 sisters. 

Hometown: Twin Lakes, NM

Native American Heritage: Navajo

Horses: Sisters took them all

Pets that you own: Dog, Australian/Blue Heeler, Name:  El Nino

Events Worked: Bull Riding

Association member of:  PBR, CBR, AIRCA,

Rodeo Accomplishments: IIFR 08 Bull Riding,  San Antonio, San Angelo,  NFR 08. 

When did you start an interest in rodeo?  When I was 3 years old. 

What other sports other than rodeo do you enjoy?  Just rodeo, day in and day out. 

What is the funniest thing that you have seen or experienced at a rodeo?  Hanging out with the boys and heading down the road, driving.  Staying away from home for 2 months. 

What advice would you give to Indian youth about rodeo or anything in general?  First, have the try, want, dedication to be the world champ, not easy to get there for one place to another, work hard, earn it, and be hungry, love it. 

What advice would you give to Indian youth who wanted to participate in rodeo but didn’t have the resources or support to get involved?   I always ask my Dad for advice, work out, keep healthy, have fun. 

Are there any songs that inspire or pump you up before you ride or rope?  I don't even know the name of the song, some random cd a guy gave me, classic rock, Van Halen, Doors,.  

What would you like to see more of at Indian Rodeos?   More Rodeo Fans. 

What are/is your favorite western movie(s)?  Lonesome Dove.  Favorite Character: Gus

What is your favorite music?  Classic Rock

What was your most memorable ride or run?  I don't even know, I just try to have fun. 

Who is your all time hero?  My Dad

What Indian Cowboy or Cowgirl has influenced you to rodeo?  My Dad

Would you like to thank sponsors and or anyone for your success in rodeo?  Rank Bull Apparel, Cowboy Hardware,  Mike Clark Custom Bull Ropes.