Boss and Joan came to the line at 2:29 pm
R - Nice line and momentum to the bird.
L - Faded left on the back side of the dam and he got into the pond - as he exited he corrected and went right up to the bird.
Monday, October 6, 2025
53. GALLO GOLD WHERE THERE’S A WILL THERE’S A WAY, “Millie,” GF, Cindy Vinzant
Millie and Cindy came to the line at 2:25 pm
R - Out to the bird with style!
L - Running with the same enthusiasm she was out across the pond - made a quick left and right and she was on her bird!
51. CALLBACK’S BIG CHOP, “Chop,” BLM, Wade Cashion
Chop and Wade came to the line at 2:20 pm
R - Out across the field - came in under the arc of the throw - a brief hunt on the backside and got it.
L - Drove straight to the bird!
50. MARDI GRAS THIS IS HOW LEGENDS ARE MADE, “Legend,” BLF, Carol Lowe
Legend and Carol came to the line at 2:16 pm
R - Very nice line!
L - Straight to her bird!
49. PAIRADOC’S WHO’S THE WIZARD, “Tommy,” BLM, Wayne Jensen
Tommy and Wayne came to the line at 2:13 pm
R - Good line to the bird
L - Down the hill and through the bowl - he carried his line through the pond and to the bird
48. GREEN RIVERS LEFT SIDE ONLY, “Mike,” BLM, Holden Salls
Mike and Holden came to the line at 2:06 pm
R - Out over the terraces and to the area - a quick loop and he has the bird.
L - Good entry point at the water but squared out and began to hunt between the cedars - into the heavy cover that lines the edges of the field - came back to the pond and then he turned and got his bird.
47. NORTHWIND’S ECHO OF RESILIENCE, “Luna,” BLF, Michael Cotton
Luna and Michael came to the line at 2:02 pm
R - Out to the top of the terrace - hunted a little left and right and then over the lip and to the bird.
L - Out to the pond - rand around the bank staying dry - over to the bird and scooped it up
46. BAYOU MAGIC’S TRANQUIL SEAS, “Schooner,” BLM, Frank Price
Schooner and Frank came to the line at 1:58 pm
R - Straight to his bird!
L - Very nice line to this bird
45. CLF THE BADDEST B’TCH IN SHOWBIZ, “Dolly Parton,” BLF, Fox Vidrine
Dolly and Fox came to the line at 1:53 pm
R - Broke down on the last terrace and made a couple passes - going a little deeper and she got her bird.
L - Very nice line through the bowl and into the pond - continued the line in the pond and straight for the bird.
44. PUBLIC ENEMY’S DEEP SEA PREADATOR, “Orca,” BLM, Chad Radt
Orca and Chad came to the line at 1:49 pm
R - Nice line to the bird
L - Nice job. He maintained his line - out of the pond on a good line to the bird
43. ARIAS GIGI, “G,” BLF, Caleb Brown
G and Caleb came to the line at 1:46 pm
R - Got out close and bowed left and then back over the terrace to her bird
L- Wide left going out - into the pond - straight to the bird
42. GRAND OAKS UNCOMMON VALOR, “Valor,” CBRF, Tom Lind
Valor and Tom came to the line at 1:39 pm
R - Straight to the bird
L- Across the field - squared in the pond - swam straight across to the guns - took a left angle and straight to her bird
Test Dogs - 2nd Series
Livin Tha Dream’s Truth, “Tru,” BLF
Owner: Glen Dudley
Handler: Don Fregelettte
First test dog up for this series was Tru and handler Don Fregelette ... Tru came to the line at 1:25 pm
F - Nice line out and over multiple terraces - got the bird
L - Down the draw and up the pond dam - across the pond and onto the bird
Hockley Creek's Cyclone, “Cy,” BLM
Owner: Robby Bickley
Handler: Robby Bickley
Next test dog up was Cy with handler Robby Bickley ... Cy came to the line at 1:29 pm
F - Cy is over the terraces and drives right to his bird
Owner: Robby Bickley
Handler: Robby Bickley
Next test dog up was Cy with handler Robby Bickley ... Cy came to the line at 1:29 pm
F - Cy is over the terraces and drives right to his bird
L - Out of the pond and he pulled right initiating a hunt - this hunt pattern expands to move into the fall area and the bird
This test is taking approximately 3-5 minutes per dog to complete.
2nd Series Test Description
2nd Series – Land and Water Double
For this series we are at Terrace Field. The mat is on a mound facing NW.
Bird # 1 is a Drake thrown right to left landing approximately 240 yards from the line. From the mat, the dog goes over several terraces and mounds before entering a piece of water. Past the water there are 2 large cedar bushes on the right. The gunners sit just left of the bushes and throw left angle back. (We will refer to this mark as L for Left)
Bird # 2 is a Drake. These gunners are sitting on the top ridge of a bowl and are on the handlers right. They throw the Drake to the left with the bird landing over the top of the ridge at 170 yards. The line to this bird takes the dog off the mound across the field up and down over several terraces and over the ridge. (We will refer to this mark as R for Right)
This test is taking approximately 3-5 minutes per dog to complete.
Callbacks to the 2nd Series
55 dogs were called back: 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, 50, 51, 53, 54, 55, 56, 57 and 58.
3 dogs scratched: 3, 23 and 52.
0 dogs dropped:
Test Complete - 1st Series
Test Ended. Series 1 was completed and in the books at 12:57 pm.
**Callbacks to at the next test location**
34. THE HONEY BADGER, “Badger,” YLM, Julie Cole
Badger and Julie came to the line at 12:55 pm
Badger crossed the road and climbed the hill - crossed back over by the throwers and came back across the road again to the area of the fall and his bird.
Contestant Survey:
NA
54. HICKORY STICK BOSTON, “Boss,” BLM, Joan Fine
Boss and Joan came to the line at 12:52 pm
Boss drove the hill left of the road - turned right after the throwers and worked out his bird and got it.
51. CALLBACK’S BIG CHOP, “Chop,” BLM, Wade Cashion
Chop and Wade came to the line at 12:15 pm
Nice Job!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2019
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
NA
Who are your training partners at home?
Caleb Cashion, Scott Ward Josh Swanson
What is the origin of your dog's name?
A home run swing in baseball
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
NA
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Oh Happy Day by The Edwin Singers
50. MARDI GRAS THIS IS HOW LEGENDS ARE MADE, “Legend,” BLF, Carol Lowe
Legend and Carol came to the line at 12:50 pm
Nice Line - very nice job!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2018
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
More rewarding than Hunt Tests
Who are your training partners at home?
Jim Sullivan, Kurt Dunn, Rick Aro, Fred Lehnertz, Barb & Jerry Younglove, Peter Ketola, Greg Seddon, Tim Kaier, Steve Smith, Winn Harper and Countless More!!!
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Legend carries on her family legacy, honoring her grandmother Grady's Southern Dream Girl Mardi Gras QA2 (Mardi) and her mama, AFC Mardi Gras Let the Good Times Roll (Roux). Descended from two accomplished females, Legend now sets out to make a legend of her own.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Legend made her Derby debut at the MVRC trial in Onaway, MI as the youngest dog to the line - while her Dad, Flex proudly held the title of oldest competitor in the Open and AM. Legend finished with a derby 4th, Flex with a 3rd in the AM.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Legends Are Made by Sam Tinnesz
49. PAIRADOC’S WHO’S THE WIZARD, “Tommy,” BLM, Wayne Jensen
Tommy and Wayne came to the line at 12:49 pm
Drove the hill straight to the bird!
Contestant Survey:
NA
48. GREEN RIVERS LEFT SIDE ONLY, “Mike,” BLM, Holden Salls
Mike and Holden came to the line at 12:46 pm
Down the hill - crossed the road at the base of the hill and drove up to get his bird.
Contestant Survey:
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Big Dawgs by Hanumankind & Kalmi
47. NORTHWIND’S ECHO OF RESILIENCE, “Luna,” BLF, Michael Cotton
Luna and Michael came to the line at 12:42 pm
Drove the left side to the gunners - turned right - crossed the road and got the bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
August 2025
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
My dog showed the drive to compete so wanted to give her every opportunity to succeed.
Who are your training partners at home?
My children as well as Glennon McCreery with Northwind Retrievers.
What is the origin of your dog's name?
While Luna is a popular female lab name I was more focused on her AKC name. Shortly after taking her home she fell very ill and per the vet she would grow out of it around 12 months. Throughout that time she showed amazing resilience. That said, found it fitting to include in her AKC name.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Tying in with the origin of her name, Luna's sickness was that of HOD. For the first 12 months of her life she was only able to train about 1 week per month. When she wasn't training she was essentially bedridden and on pain meds. From nearly having to put her down 3+ times to having a Derby champion this fall has been a whirlwind of emotions. Although she's a long shot in the Nationals, I wanted to at least give her a shot at what she was bred to do.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Born To Be Champions by UNSECRET
46. BAYOU MAGIC’S TRANQUIL SEAS, “Schooner,” BLM, Frank Price
Schooner and Frank came to the line at 12:44 pm
Nice line across the road - squares up the hill and arrives under the arc of the fall - a quick right and he had his bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2005
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Not very smart. I enjoy getting beat up on the weekends ;)
Who are your training partners at home?
Michael Thomas, David Wisernor and John Neel
What is the origin of your dog's name?
NA
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Won his first Derby - Dam is FC-AFC Fannie, the 2021 Purina High Point Derby Dog
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
The Weight by The Band
45. CLF THE BADDEST B’TCH IN SHOWBIZ, “Dolly Parton,” BLF, Fox Vidrine
Dolly Parton and Fox came to the line at 12:40 pm
Driving the hill left of the road and the gunners - she makes a loop - crosses the road and gets her bird
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
3 years ago
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
I started with hunt tests and then wanted to compete with the best
Who are your training partners at home?
JD Babb
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Dolly Parton
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
NA
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
9 to by Dolly Parton
44. PUBLIC ENEMY’S DEEP SEA PREADATOR, “Orca,” BLM, Chad Radt
Orca and Chad came to the line at 12:38 pm
Up the hill arriving at the area under the arc - she turned right and recovers her bird.
Contestant Survey:
NA
43. ARIAS GIGI, “G,” BLF, Caleb Brown
G and Caleb came to the line at 12:36 pm
Squaring up the hill she arrived behind the gunners - goes right to the cross road and grabs her bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2000
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Training with friends
Who are your training partners at home?
Ron Ainley, Robert West, Keith Pauli, Joe Howard
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Our granddaughter loved the name Gigi
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Gigi is very trainable and great with the grandkids. She has a wonderful personality!
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Crazy Train by Ozzy Osbourne
42. GRAND OAKS UNCOMMON VALOR, “Valor,” CBRF, Tom Lind
Valor and Tom came to the line at 12:34 pm
Ran the left side to the gunners - crossed the road and went straight to the bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2014
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Wanted something more challenging then hunt tests
Who are your training partners at home?
My wife Dawn
What is the origin of your dog's name?
movie: Uncommon Valor
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Her favorite thing in the world is riding on the front seat of our Kawasaki Mule UTV.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
"Semper Fidelis"(meaning always faithful) by the Marine Corps Band
41. BLACK RIVER’S RISING WATERS, “Levee,” BLM, Marc Patton
Levee and Marc came to the line at 12:32 pm
Nice Line to the bird!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2020
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
We wanted to expand to the next level of the retriever sport.
Who are your training partners at home?
Marc Patton and Holden Salls
What is the origin of your dog's name?
We live on the Black River and its the name of our farm
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Levee was from our first litter!
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Simple Man Remix by Burden
40. BAYOU MAGIC’S SMOOTH SAILING SARAH, “Sookie,” BLF, Frank Price
Sookie and Frank came to the line at 12:29 pm
Down and up into the road - back left of the road to the guns - crossed the road and got her bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2005
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
My 1st competitive dog took me from hunt tests to field trials on talent alone. That was FC-AFC Wing Magic's Louisiana Roux and the sire of "Ammo" the all-time High Point Derby Dog!
Who are your training partners at home?
Michael Thomas, David Wiseinor and John Neel
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Sookie was a nickname that my mother-in-law called my wife when she was a child
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Sook is always happy with a great attitude, her dam is FC-AFC Fannie, the 2021 Purina High Point Derby Dog.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
The Weight by the Band
39. SEASIDE’S CHECKAROO, “Rooney,” BLF, Hunter Hamrick
Rooney and Hunter came to the line at 12:27 pm
Down and up the hill to the guns - hooked all the way around the guns and over to the fall area - 1 loop and she got it!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2018
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
My interest started when I got a lab to hunt with back in 2012. I was introduced to hunt tests and that quickly evolved into wanting to learn more about field trials. My competitive nature led me to wanting to see if I could get a dog to the highest level.
Who are your training partners at home?
Most days, it's just my wife and me training at our house. I run the dogs and she throws the birds. I also do a good bit of training with Caleb Nall, Rooney's trainer.
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Rooney is a family name we came across and really liked. However, when we were picking a puppy from the litter, she was wearing the pink checkered collar and referred to as "Checkers" We initially had another registered name we were leaning towards, but we couldn't let go of her first "name" and wanted to find a way to incorporate it. "Checkaroo" seemed to check all of those boxes.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Like most labs, Rooney was born with a curious streak and a talent for trouble. As a puppy, she treated our house like her own puzzle game, quickly mastering the art of breaking into anything we touched often: the trash can, the dishwasher, the pantry - you name it. We assumed once she went to training, she would come home having lost interest for her puppy games. We thought wrong. After five or six months away, she bounded through the door for a home visit and, without missing a beat, trotted straight by to the kitchen and pulled open the trash can like she'd never left. We do not have any small children in the house; however, we find ourselves "toddler proofing" areas for Rooney and her never ending quest for adventure.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
She's a Bad Mama Jama by Carl Carlton
37. LETHAL’S WAYMORE’S BLUES, “Waylon,” BLM, Jordan Baker
Waylon and Jordan came to the line at 12:26 pm
Arriving right of the bush, Waylon sweeps in to scoop his bird and heads home
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
Started competing in 2020.
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Had been running HTs for 20+ years and wanted a new challenge.
Who are your training partners at home?
Baker Retrievers (Jason, Jordan and Cole) and Johnny Armstrong along with Toma Anderson.
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Names after his father, Lethal, and a song by Waylon Jennings.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
His father Lethal is the son of Flex who was the father to my first Field Trial dog.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Waymor's Blues by the great Waylon Jennings
38. MARSHWIND’S ICE STORM, “Elsa,” BLF, Richard Ellertson
Elsa and Richard came to the line at 12:23 pm
Going wide right on her initial line - she corrected to come into the area of the fall and grab up her bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2 weeks ago
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
I love training and I love dogs!
Who are your training partners at home?
John Foffel
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Norway
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
She told me it was her house and she makes the rules!
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
What A Wonderful World by Louis Armstrong
36. TITAN’S PLACE’S MNEMOSYNE, “Nemo,” BLF, Lucas Loewenhagen
Nemo and Lucas came to the line at 12:20 pm
Crossed the road and got the gunners - back across the road - back over to the fall area and the bird. Got it.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2020
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Working with Curtis Kennels
Who are your training partners at home?
Michelle Ferhle
What is the origin of your dog's name?
One of the wives of the Titans
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
My girlfriend made me buy her
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Feel Invincible by Skillet
35. JC’S GOD OF THUNDER, “Thor,” BLM, Michael Cotten
Thor and Michael came to the line at 12:18 pm
Very good mark!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
14-15 years ago
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Went to a Danny Farmer/Judy Aycock seminar and they convinced me to leave my dog for Derby training - I previously ran hunt tests.
Who are your training partners at home?
My dogs are currently trained by Steenburgen Retrievers and Best Retrievers.
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Started using Norse Gods for the theme for the dogs. I just lost a 3.5 year old JC's God of Mischief (Loki) and decided JC's God Of Thunder for this dog.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Thor is from Canada and we flew to Washington and drove across the border to pick him up.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Bawitduba by Kid Rock
33. WIGHT’S FEAR THE DARK, “Nyx,” BLF, Tracy Wight
Nyx and Tracy came to the line at 12:16 pm
Straight line up past the fall area - turned and came back down and got her bird
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2009
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
The great grandmother of the puppy I am running was my EVERYTHING dog. Poor thing had to try everything with me. We achieved so much HRCH UH Zucker's Wight Lightning MH QAA Super Retriever Series Crown Qualifier. I wanted more so I bred her and kept a puppy! My first FC AFC Wight's Goddess of Victory MH "Nike"!!! I was HOOKED!!
Who are your training partners at home?
I am so BLESSED to have one of the strongest most talented training group with the most incredible piece of heaven that we train on! My sincerest thanks goes to John and Martha Russell, Robby Bickley, Cindy Vinzant, Russ Hardy, Dave Cuthbertson, and Ron Aronoff. It is a team effort to be successful!!
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Nyx is the powerful Greek goddess of the night who commands the darkness. The fear associated with Nyx was not a fear of the goddess but of what the darkness might conceal - the unseen, the uncertain, and the unknown!
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
I have been using the same whelping box since 2007 and never had any puppies escape. Starting at 5 weeks I could not keep Nyx in the box!!! She did not even use the corners. She was clever, super strong, and so smart! I guess she want to hang out with me more than her littermates.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Wild Thing by The Troggs
32. DAIRYLANDS HERE’S YOUR ONE CHANCE, “Fancy,” CLF, Jordan Baker
Fancy and Jordan came to the line at 12:13 pm
Went up and came in on the right side of the tree - circled and got her bird
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
This year!
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
My family
Who are your training partners at home?
Jason Baker and Cole Baker
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Here's your one chance Fancy, don't let us down
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
NA
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Fancy by Reba
31. NORTHBAY’S IN THE HUNT, “Missy,” BLF, Robert Franey
Missy and Robert came to the line at 12:12 pm
Nice line to the all area - had a few tight turns and got it
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
Around 2005
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
It was a goal to aspire to that pushed me to train better and spend more time training.
Who are your training partners at home?
Buck Shope ( Swift River Retrievers )
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Her name is a play on her Dams name - Baypoints Init To Winit. Hopefully when Missy is mentioned she's "In the hunt"
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
She refined her prey drive chasing crickets when she was a puppy.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Shipping in to Boston by The Dropkick Murphys
30. PARDO’S RISE TO THE OCCASION, “Rizor,” BLM, Dan Partington
Rizor and Dan came to the line at 12:09 pm
Pulling left as she drives the hill - crosses the road and works the area around the bush to come up with the bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
Around 2000
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Wanted to be more competitive with my dogs. Did NAHRA and then Hunt Tests before doing Field Trials
Who are your training partners at home?
Pro- Josh Conrad (Conrad Retrievers). Dan Falsaso
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Has to do with Hunting the riser on a bow.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
No stories to tell yet... Hopefully this coming year there will be plenty to tell! (He might be the youngest dog to run this year's National besides his sibling who is also entered.)
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Beautiful World by Kenny Chesney
29. WBF’S PRIMA DONNA, “Prima,” CLF, Wade Cashion
Prima and Wade came to the line at 12:07 pm
Took a nice line up the hill - out beyond the bush and begins a hunt pattern that takes her around the bush and across the road and back to her bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2019
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
NA
Who are your training partners at home?
Caleb Cashion, Scott Ward and Josh Swanson
What is the origin of your dog's name?
- She's crazy -
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
NA
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Oh Happy Day by The Edwin Hawkins Singers
28. TAMARACKS SHE’S A HEARTBREAKER, “Moxie,” BLF, Holden Salls
Moxie and Holden came to the line at 12:25 pm
Nice Job!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
Ran my first derby in 2023
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Started throwing birds for a pro while 16 in high school, fell in love with the atmosphere and knew this what I wanted to to with my life.
Who are your training partners at home?
Marc Patton
What is the origin of your dog's name?
She was always feisty as a puppy chasing around biting at the other dogs so i thought the name "Moxie" fit well.
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Got my first ever win in a field trial event with this girl and that's something that will be with me the rest of my life.
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Heartbreaker by Pat Benatar
27. WESTWIND’S CHANGES IN LATITUDES, CHANGES N ATTITUD, “Jim,” CBRM, David Hailey
Jim and David came to the line at 12:23 pm
Up the hill - had a couple loops under the arc and then he was on to his bird.
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
My first field trial I ever went to was a derby at Middle TN in September 2018 Before then I had no idea what was involved with a field trial
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
It just kind of happened at the right time in my life
Who are your training partners at home?
All the members of the North Al and Black Warrior retriever clubs
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Jimmy Buffet passed away from skin cancer in September of 2023
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Picked him up in a blizzard in Maine
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Jimmy Buffet
26. DICKEN’S FLAWLESS TIKTOK QUEEN, “Livvy,” BLF, Jordan Baker
Livvy and Jordan came to the line at 12:01 pm
Excellent recovery of her bird!
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
8 years old
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
Our first dog was a very high powered dog and very good at marking. We are very competitive and decided to try out Field Trials
Who are your training partners at home?
Larry Anderson and Jordan Baker
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Livvy Dunn from Louisiana State University Top with NIL money and got known for TikTok
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
Livvy loves to snuggle and sit in your lap
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Calling Baton Rouge by Garth Brooks
25. LOUIE OF REDWILLOW, “Louie,” YLM, Naomi Evans
Louie and Naomi came to the line at 11:56 am
Drove the left side - hooked behind the gunners - crossed the road and got it!
24. CALUMET’S SUPER GOOMBA, “Goomba,” BLM, Sharon Gierman
Goomba and Sharon came to the line at 11:54 am
Wide left going out - crossed right at the gunners feet to correct and go to the right of the road - got it!
20. BOWEN’S STELLA, “Stella,” BLF, Charlie Hulme
Stella and Charlie came to the line at 11:48 am
Wide left and down about half way up the far hill - crossed the road and got it
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
This is my first Field Trial Dog
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
If your not first, you're last ~ Ricky Bobby
Who are your training partners at home?
Charlie Hulme
What is the origin of your dog's name?
I like Stella Beer
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
She was the runt of her litter
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Bad and Boujee by Migos
21. QTK’S MINNESOTA’S HOMETOWN HERO, “Maurer,” YLM, Robbie Knutson
Maurer and Robbie came to the line at 11:50 am
Beautiful line up to the tree - out of sight for a moment and then got his bird
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
2025
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
I like the competitive part of it
Who are your training partners at home?
NA
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Named after the Hall of Fame Catcher for the MN Twins Joe Mauer
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
NA
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Centerfield by John Fogerty
22. CRACKSHOTS BOONE AND CROCKETT, “Crockett,” CBRM, Julie Cole
Crockett and Julie came to the line at 11:52 am
Down and up the left side - wide left behind the guns - deep and then crossed the road right and got it!
19. DAYS END DAD DONT CALL ME SUE-ROXY, “Roxy,” BLF, Wayne Curtis
Roxy and Wayne came to the line at 11:45 am
Across the road - drove the hill and located her bird.
18. ARAN ILANDS CELTIC HARP, “Harp,” BLM, Jordan Baker
Harp and Jordan came to the line at 11:43 am
Up the hill - crossed the road - a loop behind the bush and he got it!
17. MY STAR OF HOPE, “Stella,” BLF, Dana Hoeper
Stella and Dana came to the line at 11:41 am
Up the hill across the road and she was onto her bird
Contestant Survey:
When Did you begin competing in Field Trials?
11 years ago
What Made you decide to compete in Field Trials?
I went and watched a Field Trial and it looked so cool - I decided that I wanted to do it too!
Who are your training partners at home?
Bill Burkes, Rip Shively, Loren Morehouse and Ken Barton
What is the origin of your dog's name?
Star means Stella
Tell us an interesting story about your dog ...
While staying in a camper when she was 14 weeks she inadvertently turned on the gas on the stove ... we were all lucky!
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Shining Star by Earth Wind and Fire
RERUN 10. PAIRADOC’S BACK IN THE GAME, “Ray,” BLM, Marc Patton
Ray and Marc came back to the line at 11:40 am for their rerun
Drove the hill and cut across the road by the bush - a zig zag and he has got his bird!
Contestant Survey:
What Song and Artist would you want to hear playing as you come to the line:
Take A Chance on Me by ABBA
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