Mudd Riots roar back to Life in Saratoga

The Mudd Riots came back to life on August 27 at the Whistle Pig Saloon and the mud started flying at 11 a.m. With a crew of a dozen, never say never men and women, they put on a Mudd Riot that wowed the crowds.

The Mudd Riots began in 2020 during the pandemic.

The Pig Digger at the Whistle Pig was canceled because of the pandemic so a few brave souls dared to cross the line and create a new event, "The Mudd Riots". The response was better than expected and encouraged these amazing organizers to have a repeat performance.

The Mudd Riot event is still in its infancy but the 12 that are currently organizing and producing this event are hoping to offer a scholarship for a trade school.

They are also considering a side-by-side event.

Their enthusiasm is contagious.

The main crew consists of Trenton Burgess, Tyler Roy, Paul Howe, Susan Smith, Brenda Schwartzkopf, Shaun McBride, Justin McWain, Nick Smith, Dan Jones, Chuck Davidson, Philip Smith and Bryce Schwartzkopf.

The crew was very thankful for the many volunteers that stepped up to help on the day of the event.

There were three heats for each category, and the best average of three runs was the winner.

The following is a list of winners:

Anarchy class: 1st Victor Vigil, 2nd Steve Vigil, 3rd Kenny Fogelman.

Mayhem class: 1st Steve Vigil, 2nd Greg Lepar.

Armed Patriots: 1st Jerel Silva, 2nd Les French.

Disorderly Conduct: 1st Jerel Silva, 2nd Tom Sisco, 3rd Brian Herrick.

Civil Unrest: 1st Stacey Hullenger, 2nd Chelsea McBride, 3rd Charles Hullenger.

The crew wanted to thank the following for everything they contributed to the success of this event.

• Deb Arnold of Cuts & Stitches

• Whistle Pig Saloon

• Red Sage Spa

• Shively Hardware

• Shepard Construction Solutions LLC

• Dan's Trucking

• Rod's Backhoe Service

• 4-Bar Ranch

• NAPA Saratoga Auto Parts

• Valley Foods & Liquor

• Lazy River Cantina 2.0

• Emergency Medical Services