Rope Your Dream by Monte Alkire: main

Success is up to the individual. No one cares whether we succeed or fail; it's up to us. Each individual defines success for himself or herself. Don't let others influence your opinion of your success. You know what you want, you set the goal, and you assess the results.
Live your passion. Love your dream.

Begin your journey to excellence.

This is a story about passion and love for the game-in this case, the sport is team roping, but the message and missions are universal. In Rope Your Dream, national team roping championship qualifier Monte Alkire placed in the top twenty after taking up the sport shortly before his retirement. His is that rare tale of unbelievable work ethic and will to win. Beginning at ground zero, he kept building on what he had, and what he learned along the way proves to be valuable for all of us. His story teaches readers how to prepare for competition in mind, body, and spirit. In order to improve performance, he looks at courage, tenacity, when to be cautious and when to be ferocious. Make your dream come true, improve yourself every chance you get-prepare for competition. Let the games begin!

"From the first day I met Monte Alkire I have been totally impressed with his knowledge and interest in learning. I am proud to call him a good friend and colleague. I wholeheartedly endorse this book."

-Bobby Harris, 1991 World Champion Team Roper, 17 Time Qualifier

for the National Finals Rodeo World Championship, 1993 USTRC

World Champion, 2007 WTRC Open Champion

· Western Horseman Magazine book review
· Peoria Journal Star article