SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- Four linemen from the Egyptian Electric Cooperation Association showcased their skills at the annual Lineman’s Safety Rodeo last week. The event took place in Springfield, Illinois, where participants competed in various events.

Andy Ahner, Matt McElroy, and Mike Smith represented their team, while Tyler Atchison and Smith also took part in individual categories. Smith secured 1st place in the Hurt Man Rescue event, and Atchison claimed 2nd place in the same category.

The team of Ahner, McElroy, and Smith earned 2nd place in the Cutout Change event and 3rd place in the 40-Foot Transition Climb. The rodeo included 18 teams from 13 electric cooperatives and two municipal electric utilities, focusing on agility, speed, and accuracy, with a strong emphasis on safe

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