Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Reading about Lead Dispencer in the Chronicle this month...got me thinkin about a couple stories that illustrate the quality of him...and another fine young shooter. Now please forgive me for maybe not getting all the details perfect...but heck, I'm old and my memory sucks. A few years ago, Spence dominated WR. Won the whole thing...and took 1st on many stages. So he had a few extra belt buckles. So, out and about right after the awards, another shooter introduces himself and congratulates him. Spence asks how he did and the guy tells him that he did okay...that it was his first WR...and he shot it CLEAN! Spence, looks at him...then congratulates him and hands him one of his buckles and says here, you deserve this. That's a Champion! Now a little story about Badlands Bud at this year's EoT. He shot a good match...had to barrow a gun...and a bunch of ammo , but 'P'ed' on a Shotgun sequence. Very possibly cost him the match. So we're standing around and I don't remember what I said exactly to him, but his response was a very enthusiastic comment about how cool it was to be here (at EoT) this year because 1 of 3 things is going to happen: 1. The youngest shooter in history will win EoT 2. The first female will win the overall 3. The first non-American will win the overall Trust me when I tell ya that he was genuinely happy that one of these three things was going to happen and that he was there to see it. NO feeling bad about himself...no pouting...just happy for his fellow competitors. That's a Champion! I'm honored to have them as friends and I'm humbled by their character. Phantom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody, SASS #26190 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Oh dear! Something humbled Phantom??????????????????? Monumental to be sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smokestack SASS#87384 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Reading about Lead Dispencer in the Chronicle this month...got me thinkin about a couple stories that illustrate the quality of him...and another fine young shooter. Now please forgive me for maybe not getting all the details perfect...but heck, I'm old and my memory sucks. A few years ago, Spence dominated WR. Won the whole thing...and took 1st on many stages. So he had a few extra belt buckles. So, out and about right after the awards, another shooter introduces himself and congratulates him. Spence asks how he did and the guy tells him that he did okay...that it was his first WR...and he shot it CLEAN! Spence, looks at him...then congratulates him and hands him one of his buckles and says here, you deserve this. That's a Champion! Now a little story about Badlands Bud at this year's EoT. He shot a good match...had to barrow a gun...and a bunch of ammo , but 'P'ed' on a Shotgun sequence. Very possibly cost him the match. So we're standing around and I don't remember what I said exactly to him, but his response was a very enthusiastic comment about how cool it was to be here (at EoT) this year because 1 of 3 things is going to happen: 1. The youngest shooter in history will win EoT 2. The first female will win the overall 3. The first non-American will win the overall Trust me when I tell ya that he was genuinely happy that one of these three things was going to happen and that he was there to see it. NO feeling bad about himself...no pouting...just happy for his fellow competitors. That's a Champion! I'm honored to have them as friends and I'm humbled by their character. Phantom And these are the things that make this the greatest sport/people on earth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Just popping in to say, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madd Mike #8595 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I have shot with both of-em, and more than once they are both kidds to ride the trail of life with in a man on man shoot off one time, I was sooooooooo slow, that Bud, took a step closer to me when he was done he started pulling shot shells out my belt for me, and handing them to me, for my last couple of shots what a hoot everyone on the range laughed at the fun we were having in a shoot off a shoot of that had bleachers, mic and sound system both lead and bud, know how to be humble they are great for new shooters to be around they share what they know, and their positive energy rubs off Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted September 2, 2013 Author Share Posted September 2, 2013 Oh dear! Something humbled Phantom??????????????????? Monumental to be sure. Yes...it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiowa Kid, SASS #69870L Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Reading about Lead Dispencer in the Chronicle this month...got me thinkin about a couple stories that illustrate the quality of him...and another fine young shooter. Now please forgive me for maybe not getting all the details perfect...but heck, I'm old and my memory sucks. A few years ago, Spence dominated WR. Won the whole thing...and took 1st on many stages. So he had a few extra belt buckles. So, out and about right after the awards, another shooter introduces himself and congratulates him. Spence asks how he did and the guy tells him that he did okay...that it was his first WR...and he shot it CLEAN! Spence, looks at him...then congratulates him and hands him one of his buckles and says here, you deserve this. That's a Champion! Now a little story about Badlands Bud at this year's EoT. He shot a good match...had to barrow a gun...and a bunch of ammo , but 'P'ed' on a Shotgun sequence. Very possibly cost him the match. So we're standing around and I don't remember what I said exactly to him, but his response was a very enthusiastic comment about how cool it was to be here (at EoT) this year because 1 of 3 things is going to happen: 1. The youngest shooter in history will win EoT 2. The first female will win the overall 3. The first non-American will win the overall Trust me when I tell ya that he was genuinely happy that one of these three things was going to happen and that he was there to see it. NO feeling bad about himself...no pouting...just happy for his fellow competitors. That's a Champion! I'm honored to have them as friends and I'm humbled by their character. Phantom Very nice thanks for sharing. KK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badlands Bob #61228 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 Oh dear! Something humbled Phantom??????????????????? Monumental to be sure. I think Phantom's SASS account has been hacked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunslinger SASS 10706 Life Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I think Phantom's SASS account has been hacked. I dont think so, I think he is finally learning to be a Texan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madd Mike #8595 Posted September 2, 2013 Share Posted September 2, 2013 I think Phantom's SASS account has been hacked. I dont think so, I think he is finally learning to be a Texan. now that thar was funny but perhaps true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted September 2, 2013 Author Share Posted September 2, 2013 Just tryin to let folks know what a true Champion is...and how great some of our youth are. PS: they are both from California...but that's only because I came from California. This is an acknowledgement of THEM...nothing to do about me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twelve mile REB Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Thanks for sharing 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frederick Jackson Turner Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 There's more to being a Champion than shooting fast. Both of those gentlemen exemplify that. Cheers, FJT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harvey Mushman Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Great examples of Champions and how real men (gentlemen) behave. Thanks for posting Phantom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crosscut hardy Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Hey Phantom, thank you for passing this story on to all of us. It demonstrates a great attitude for all us cowboys/girls to have. ....crosscut hardy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madd Mike #8595 Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 There's more to being a Champion than shooting fast. Both of those gentlemen exemplify that. Cheers, FJT as well as you FJT, you rock as well mann I still hoop and hall-er for all clean stage shooters, after shootin with you it increases the engery level in a posse, and rewards a clean shooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk James Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 They are the champions that inspire our youth. Excellent topic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goody, SASS #26190 Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Just tryin to let folks know what a true Champion is...and how great some of our youth are. PS: they are both from California...but that's only because I came from California. This is an acknowledgement of THEM...nothing to do about me. As was said tio the overachieving tuna, "Sorry, Charlie". I wasn't trying to diminish your message. I have met both those young men, albeit too briefly. I, too, was impressed with their attitudes and demeanor. In our brief talks they did not speak of themselves, or their accomplishments. I was taken with how genuine they were. I feel certain that most TRUE champions are this way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted September 3, 2013 Author Share Posted September 3, 2013 As was said tio the overachieving tuna, "Sorry, Charlie". I wasn't trying to diminish your message. I have met both those young men, albeit too briefly. I, too, was impressed with their attitudes and demeanor. In our brief talks they did not speak of themselves, or their accomplishments. I was taken with how genuine they were. I feel certain that most TRUE champions are this way. I know you weren't Goody... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eamon Chute Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 There's more to being a Champion than shooting fast. Both of those gentlemen exemplify that. Cheers, FJT And truer words were never spoken on the wire. EC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Possum Skinner, SASS#60697 Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 I'd ride the river with Bud any day. And even though I've never gotten to meet Spence, everything I've seen or heard of him has been that's he's a fine man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Allie Mo, SASS No. 25217 Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Hi again, I don't know Spencer other than having said hello a few times. Bud, I've known since he was "knee high" to a brass picker. Here is an OT story about the kind of person Bud is. Hubby was an early mentor. When Bud found out we were building a house and Hubby's hands had gone south on him due to neuropathy, Bud asked what he could do to help. He really liked taking a sledge hammer to the house we tore down. I think it's a guy thing. Hubby had been an electrician and needed help there too. Bud was a willing learner and he stripped all of the wires in all of our electrical outlets and switches. We are forever grateful for his friendship and help! you Bud! Regards, Allie Mo (and Jess Brown) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshal Dan Troop 70448 Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 True Champions, are Champions also outside their realm. MT Thanks Phantom, your also a Champion if one looks closely. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooting Bull Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 Same topic, different shooters. When I first started SASS I chose Duelist. Out of pure chance and luck I fell in with a couple of pretty good shooters; Madd Mike (You may or may not have heard of him.) and the reigning Nevada State Duelist Champion, Just Ace. I came to SASS from various modern shooting disciplines and was COMPLETELY surprised by the way these two jumped in with encouragement and started helping me get better. It left me awe struck, especially Ace. I was his competition yet he seemed to cheer for me louder than anybody else. It took me three years of work but when I finally beat Ace for the state championship, he was the very first person to jump up and congratulate me. To this day, these two gentlemen are the standard to which I judge other cowboy shooters. (Actually there's a third shooter who's helped me from the very beginning and is still helping me to this day. His name is Creeker. I don't want to congratulate him too much because he gets such a big head. ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble Mountain Buzzard Posted September 3, 2013 Share Posted September 3, 2013 I've gotten help from many other shooters. One top local shooter in particular, Smokey Wood, really helped me when I was starting out. And truthfully, we still discuss how to shoot stages and gun transitions and such. But he has helped me and many others to improve ourselves in this game. I've tried to do the same for others. I'd repay him poorly if I didn't follow his example. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phantom, SASS #54973 Posted September 4, 2013 Author Share Posted September 4, 2013 Just wanted to let folks know about some of the stuff these guys do while no one is watching... Phantom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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