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Lisa (Schillinger) Lockhart, a 1984 graduate of Circle High School is breaking records, and making history. She just participated in her 17th National Finals Rodeo. Lisa won round three and round ten at the 10 day event. Lisa placed in seven of the 10 rounds. She won $78,747 for winning the average . Lisa became the all-time career earing record holder with over $3.4 million. Lisa has won the NFR Average Champion twice. Lisa is anything but average. She has finished in the top 5 in the World Standings every year the last five years. I reached out to Lisa before her last run of this years NFR and asked for a quote for my small time paper with big time connections like herself. Lisa sent me a picture and a nice personal note,.

" I'm fascinated with horses and am passionate about working with them. I have tried rob work hard and will continue to do so, in the hope of being the best that I can be." Lisa is humble even with such great success. She continues to be a crowd favorite at the NFR year after year. She is a genuinely nice person and her smile makes the world a better place. Many talented rodeo athletes strive to participate in the prestigious event so to have this many appearances speak volumes of Lisa's dedication and skill. Circle is proud of you Lisa!