Isaac Starlight Shines at Sun Circuit
By Dee Yates
Photos by: Kara Mathews
The 2025 Arizona Sun Circuit ARHFA wasn’t just a showcase of elite roping talent—it was a testament to the legacy of horses bred to excel in the sport. Among the bloodlines leaving a mark, Isaac Starlight’s progeny proved once again why his name is becoming synonymous with heart, trainability, and success in the rope horse futurities.
Isaac Starlight was never handed an easy road. Raised by Wyatt and Lacy Bourdet, he came along at a time when rope horse futurities were still gaining traction. A money earner in team roping, barrel racing, breakaway, ranch rodeo, and versatility ranch horse competitions, Isaac may not have had the early exposure some stallions did, but he more than made up for it with ability and try. His offspring are following in his footsteps, with their combined earnings now surpassing $120,000 across multiple disciplines.
At this year’s Arizona Sun Circuit, the impact of Isaac’s bloodline was on full display. Jake Bourdet dominated aboard two different Isaac offspring, winning on both Natalie Certain and Starlight Cruz in the Futurity Heeling Intermediate. Tyler Friday piloted Budhas Lil Starlight to success in the Limited, while Braydee Bourdet placed aboard Glow Like Isaac in the Non-Pro Heading. Andy Holcomb’s crew also showcased Isaac’s First Cody, a top-earning offspring of the stallion. Each of these horses reflected the qualities Isaac has come to be known for—level-headedness, athleticism, and an eagerness to work.
Isaac’s roots run deep in the Bourdet breeding program. His dam, Smart Cols Kricket, was the foundation mare who built their herd. Her influence, paired with Isaac’s sire Charlie’s Starlight, created a horse with size, speed, and versatility. Today, the Bourdets continue to cross their best mares with Isaac and have begun incorporating his daughters and sisters into their program, ensuring the bloodline remains a fixture in both ranching and competition.
This year’s event wasn’t just a win for Isaac’s offspring—it was a nod to a breeding program built on substance and heart. The Arizona Sun Circuit proved once again that when a horse carries the Isaac Starlight name, they’re showing up to do a job—and do it well.
2025 Arizona Sun Circuit ARHFA Futurity Finals Results
Heeling Intermediate Results: Natalie Certain ridden by Jake Bourdet, owned by Lacy and Wyatt Bourdet from Hollister, CA, with a total score of 678.1, $12,730.00. Lectric Spark N Snow ridden by Les Oswald, owned by Brian Flanagan from Angels Camp, CA, with a total score of 677.94, $8,184.00. Betshesawoodenheart ridden by Casey Hicks, owned by Jared Gary from Bixby, OK, with a total score of 677.2, $6,138.00. Nu Delta Enterprise ridden by Dustin Rogers, owned by Lisa Emtman from Valleyford, WA, with a total score of 676.72, $4,092.00. Stevie Rey Train ridden by Les Oswald, owned by Lesley Cummins Trust, with a total score of 675.32, $3,069.00. Starlight Cruz ridden by Jake Bourdet, owned by Lacy and Wyatt Bourdet from Hollister, CA, with a total score of 673.6, $2,387.00. Futurity Heading Intermediate Results: Two Smart For You ridden by JD Yates, owned by Mike Van Egdom from Sioux City, IA, with a total score of 679.12, $10,975.00. Smokeing Trip ridden by Britt Williams, owned by Manuel F. Gonzales Jr., with a total score of 678.06, $6,780.00. Red N White Hero ridden by Thad Ward, owned by High Call Equine, with a total score of 677.46, $5,085.00. Nightime High Roller ridden by Thad Ward, owned by High Call Equine, with a total score of 677.26, $3,390.00. SJR Diamond Playit ridden by Taylor Thompson, owned by T Squared Performance Horses from Cheyenne, WY, with a total score of 673.68, $2,542.50. DF Cols Holly Time ridden and owned by Caleb Woodard, with a total score of 672.04, $1,977.50. Futurity Heading Finals Results: Kynis Brookstone ridden by Rhen Richard, owned by A/C Racing & Roping from Roosevelt, UT, with a total score of 916.54, $10,725.00. Reys Sunset ridden by Rhen Richard, owned by A/C Racing & Roping from Roosevelt, UT, with a total score of 910.77, $8,580.00. Colonel Smart ridden by Logan Cullen, owned by Jeff & Jodie Bailey, with a total score of 908.8, $6,435.00. Nightime High Roller ridden by Thad Ward, owned by High Call Equine, with a total score of 907.7, $5,148.00. Two Smart For You ridden by JD Yates, owned by Mike Van Egdom from Sioux City, IA, with a total score of 907.58, $4,290.00. SJR Bet He Sparks ridden by Tate Kirchenschlager, owned by Belo Wiley, with a total score of 902.04, $3,432.00. Futurity Heeling Finals Results: Mayhemm ridden by Dakota Kirchenschlager, owned by TNT Performance Horses from Whitesboro, TX, with a total score of 919.59, $14,790.00. Copperton ridden by Joseph Harrison, owned by Cox & Moore Partnership from Marietta, OK, with a total score of 913.77, $11,832.00. Itawtisawakooterkat ridden by Andy Holcomb, owned by Shelly Franklin, with a total score of 913.68, $9,613.50. A Genuine Whizkey ridden by Steve Orth, owned by Sara Hudson from Shawnee, OK, with a total score of 913.1, $8,134.50. Oops Im Fine ridden by Andy Holcomb, owned by Kevin Wilkin, with a total score of 913.07, $6,655.50. One Nite Special ridden by Joseph Harrison, owned by Chris Young from Coleman, OK, with a total score of 912.81, $5,176.50. Non-Pro Heading Finals Results: PLZ Pay Me X Tra ridden and owned by Chris Pomeroy from Bolivar, MO, with a total score of 681.44, $5,768.00. Smart Gets A Check ridden by Paul Bogart, owned by Bogart Performance Horses, with a total score of 680.68, $4,532.00. Shine Deuce Shine ridden by Larry Branco, owned by Cord Forzano from Madera, CA, with a total score of 680.46, $3,502.00. Reigning King ridden by Danielle Dawn Wray, owned by Mark Wray from Ord, NE, with a total score of 680.41, $2,472.00. LP Panhandle Joe ridden and owned by Cassie Thompson from Merino, CO, with a total score of 675.96, $1,854.00. SV Whiskey Whiz ridden by Cierra Briggs, owned by Joshua Briggs from Pilot Point, TX, with a total score of 675.57, $1,442.00. Non-Pro Heeling Finals Results: Gunners Nite Train ridden by Statton Wittwer, owned by Jared Wittwer, with a total score of 684.2, $5,120.00. Marlboro Cat ridden by Cameron Ritchey, owned by JD Yates from Pueblo, CO, with a total score of 680.19, $3,840.00. Peppys Stylin Lena ridden by Cameron Ritchey, owned by JD Yates from Pueblo, CO, with a total score of 675.6, $2,560.00. Chic O Dual ridden and owned by Shane Walters from Marietta, OK, with a total score of 672.26, $1,280.00.
