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Michelle Alley and ‘Lipstick N Stilletos’ Dominate Arkansas’ Texarkana Showdown
The Texarkana Showdown in Texarkana, Ark., hosted some of the best barrel racers in the business over Valentine’s Day weekend.
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Derby
Michelle Alley and Lipstick N Stilletos (“Stiletto”) have dominated at every level of barrel racing since the gritty mare’s futurity season. Out of Alley’s great mare, Seis Corona (“Saucy”), by Tres Seis, Stiletto is by the record-breaking stallion, RR Mistakelly.
Alley sold Stiletto to her friend, Heather Moller, when the mare was still a foal, but has done all of the training and competing throughout Stiletto’s career. In the past two years, the duo has earned over $450,000, and they added a substantial amount to their earnings in Arkansas.
Alley and Stiletto clocked a 14.241, earning nearly $16,000 with carryovers. The pair topped the single-round Derby, the Friday Open 1D, and finished third in the High Stakes and Saturday Open 1D.
From arena records on standard patterns (including a 16.4 at the Ruby Buckle in 2024) to professional rodeo wins, Stiletto has been a force to be reckoned with since her four-year-old year. Now six years old, Stiletto’s runs are marked by her gritty style and incredible speed.
More maternal siblings (and even a pair of full siblings) to Stiletto will hit the ground this spring, as Alley looks to carry on Saucy’s legacy. As to what the future holds for Stiletto, with today’s technology, it could be anything from producing the next generation of champions to competing at the 2026 National Finals Rodeo — all in the same year.
Futurity
Heaven A Good Time (JL Dash Ta Heaven x Charge My Corona x Hot Corona) and Kelly Allen claimed their second futurity championship of 2026. The duo clocked a 14.310 to win Round 2 of the futurity. They doubled down on their earnings with a pair of sixth-place checks in the High Stakes and Open 1D.
Futurity Notes
In Round 1 of the 1D Futurity, a pair of maternal siblings finished third and fourth. Although VF Chasin Cans’ career was tragically cut short by an injury, the mare quickly amassed six figures in earnings and multiple futurity championships.
Her first foal crop hit the arena in 2026 and has quickly proven that the bloodline will be one to watch. VQ Can Do Attitude (sired by The Goodbe Lane) and Mark Bugni clocked a 14.582 for third in the round. Joy Wargo rode Chasin Tres Cans (sired by Tres Seis) to a 14.600 for fourth.
VQ Can Do Attitude also placed back-to-back with a paternal sibling, Lady Lane, who finished second in the round. Ridden by Jodee Miller, Lady Lane is by The Goodbye Lane and out of Hummers Last Lady by Humbolt Duster.
Round 2 belonged to the JL Dash Ta Heaven offspring. Allen took the win on Heaven A Good Time, James Barnes rode KVS Fame N Heaven (out of Gaga On Firewater by Firewater Flit) to a fourth-place finish. Heavens Gone Wild and Heavens Wild Side (both out of LegsGoneWild by Tres Seis and ridden by Molli Montgomery) claimed fifth and sixth in the round.
High Stakes
It is no surprise to see Carlee Otero and her palomino speedster, AM Regina George, scorching the leaderboard. The duo ran the fastest time of the weekend (14.151 seconds) to claim the $8,748 win, as well as the Saturday Open 1D win. The pair earned over $10,000 on the single run, as they head to the Southeast for upcoming professional rodeos.
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Arkansas Athletics, CommunityAmerica Credit Union launch multi-year partnership including Razorback Stadium naming rights
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The University of Arkansas Department of Athletics has signed a long-term partnership with CommunityAmerica Credit Union, marking a significant step in the credit union’s growing commitment to Northwest Arkansas. Facilitated by Learfield and Razorback Sports Properties, Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium will become CommunityAmerica Razorback Stadium beginning with the 2027 football season.
Rooted in more than 85 years of helping individuals and families achieve financial peace of mind and building on a 65-year legacy of service in Arkansas, CommunityAmerica is excited to engage with Razorback fans and support the communities they call home.
“This is so much more than a name on a stadium. It’s about becoming part of the Razorback Nation experience and helping fans, students, student-athletes and the communities we and the university serve,” said Lisa Ginter, Chief Executive Officer of CommunityAmerica Credit Union. “Our members are at the heart of everything we do and when we evaluate partnerships like this, it starts with what matters most to them. The University of Arkansas is a powerful source of pride and connection for people across the state and in many of our markets. This partnership underscores our long-term commitment to Northwest Arkansas, where we look forward to growing our presence and helping more families achieve financial peace of mind. We’re already deepening our roots with plans for a campus location and several new branches throughout the region.”
The multi-phased partnership extends beyond naming rights and designates CommunityAmerica as the Official Credit Union of Arkansas Athletics. CommunityAmerica will also serve as an official sponsor of Arkansas Athletics, supporting student-athletes and fans alike. The comprehensive partnership will also include the rebranding of the SEC Club inside Razorback Stadium as the CommunityAmerica Club, where fans enjoy premium amenities on gameday. As part of the agreement, CommunityAmerica will engage directly with Razorback student-athletes providing Name, Image and Likeness (NIL) opportunities, valuable financial education and programs to help them succeed both on and off the field.
“We are thrilled to welcome CommunityAmerica Credit Union as the Official Credit Union of Arkansas Athletics as one piece of a partnership that will benefit our student-athletes, fans and the state of Arkansas for years to come,” said Hunter Yurachek, Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics at the University of Arkansas. “Our vision in the Department of Athletics is to be our best and CommunityAmerica’s commitment to excellence as a trusted, people-driven financial institution mirrors that same vision. This partnership is just getting started but its impact will help shape our future.”
Beginning with the 2027 football season, the partnership will expand into its second phase with the naming of CommunityAmerica Razorback Stadium and the launch of CommunityAmerica Razorback Checking, Debit and Credit Cards.
With a legacy of serving members across Arkansas and nationwide, CommunityAmerica is ranked among the most trusted and innovative credit unions in the country and among the largest in the Midwest. CommunityAmerica is excited to engage and serve Razorback fans and members more deeply with a variety of financial products and services that align to their passion for the University.
“Our members are proud of where they live and what they stand behind, and for so many in Arkansas and across our shared communities, that means being part of Razorback Nation,” Ginter said. “As we look ahead to launching Razorback-branded products in 2027, we’re excited to offer experiences that celebrate that pride, strengthen relationships and deliver meaningful value for the people and communities we serve.”
“This is a historic partnership featuring an innovative brand with a passion and proven track record of supporting their community, paired with one of the leading college athletics programs in the country,” said Allison Fillmore, Senior Vice President, Business Development at Learfield. “Learfield and Razorback Sports Properties are excited to collaborate with Arkansas Athletics, which will enhance fan and student-athlete experiences for years to come.”
Razorback Sports Properties is the locally based Learfield team that is the exclusive multimedia rights holder for Arkansas Athletics and oversees all sponsorship agreements on behalf of the Razorbacks.
About the University of Arkansas Department of Intercollegiate Athletics
The University of Arkansas Department of Intercollegiate Athletics pursues its vision to “Be Our Best” while developing 465+ student-athletes into Razorbacks and Champions for Life. As members of the Southeastern Conference (SEC), the Razorbacks consistently compete at the nation’s highest levels while proudly representing the University of Arkansas and the entire state. Arkansas has established itself as one of the most competitive programs in the nation, winning nine NCAA titles and over 50 SEC Championships in recent years.
About CommunityAmerica Credit Union
CommunityAmerica Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial institution committed to helping members get on a path to thrive and achieve financial peace of mind. Founded in 1940, and with Arkansas roots dating back to 1968, CommunityAmerica has grown to meet the evolving financial needs of its members. With nearly $10 billion in assets and more than 600,000 members, the credit union is ranked among the nation’s 50 largest credit unions. It is the largest credit union in Arkansas, Kansas, and Missouri, and one of the largest financial institutions with expanding operations in Northwest Arkansas. CommunityAmerica offers a full suite of financial products and services for individuals and businesses, including checking and savings, mortgages, loans, commercial banking, wealth management, retirement planning, and insurance. Federally chartered, CommunityAmerica serves members across multiple markets nationwide with branch locations in Arkansas, California, Kansas, Missouri, Nevada, Tennessee, and Texas. Learn more at CommunityAmerica.com.
About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield’s presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors’ Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
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