Bucking bulls are kicking at the chutes with anticipation, AC/DC is blaring through the speakers, and the hearts of many are pounding with excitement. After waiting through six traditional rodeo events, Badlands Circuit bull rider Chance Schott clips on his helmet before sliding down upon two thousand pounds of pure muscle. He’s ready to go head...
Join us in tipping our Resistol hats to congratulate the 200+ circuit champions and the champions of the Mexican Rodeo Federation who all qualified for the 2020 RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo held in Greeley, Colorado. The hard work, dedication, and true grit of these talented individuals do not go unrecognized. These Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association...
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] In 1975, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) created a system that breaks up the United States into 12 circuits. Circuits range from one state, like Texas, Montana, or California, to up to 13 states, such as the Frontier Circuit in the Northeast. Contestants can compete inside and outside of their circuit throughout the year, but...
Rodeo queens are known for starched Wrangler jeans, pristine Greeley Hat Works cowboy hats, and passionately serving as ambassadors for the sport. Just like contestants, state and national queens travel thousands of miles to represent their home state in hundreds of events annually. In fact, Miss Rodeo America serves as the official spokeswoman for the Professional...
Central Florida thrives on year-round tourism and is home to numerous theme parks, live events, and the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo. However, because of the novel impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), it’s difficult for tourists to travel and visit Kissimmee attractions. As we navigate events while adjusting for COVID-19, we’re helping spread information on how...
The sport of rodeo is essential to many. Contestants and contract personnel rely on the production of rodeos as a way of life and a source of income. Also, communities and several businesses lean on them for local economic impact. With the outbreak of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, rodeo fans, committees, and contestants were forced to...
Due to the growing number of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Osceola County, Florida, the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners mutually agreed upon the relocation of the 2020 RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo (RAM NCFR). This championship event was originally scheduled to take place in Kissimmee, Florida, on April 2-5,...
If you have never been to a rodeo before, you might have heard the announcer say words or phrases that you aren’t familiar with. For example, “That cowboy broke the barrier,” or “That contestant received a no time.” Perhaps you hear, “He didn’t ‘mark out’ his bronc.” We promise, it’s not a secret language! These are...
Find out what the sport of rodeo is all about with the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo! If you ask anyone involved in the rodeo world, “What is rodeo?” the first thing they will tell you is the origin of this event is the most unique in history. It is a sport founded on family, where good...
If you have ever been to a rodeo or googled one, you’ve most likely heard of one of these three acronyms: PRCA, WPRA, or PBR. The sport of rodeo, just like any other professional sport, is run by governing bodies similar to that of the NFL. These associations represent rodeo, each in their own way, by acting...