You fell in love with them at the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo (RAM NCFR) in Kissimmee, Florida, now it’s time to cheer them on at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (WNFR) in Las Vegas, Nevada! Back in March, eight contestants were named National Circuit Champions in each of the seven traditional rodeo events, watch next...
“Let your idol become your rival,” is a quote directly from 21-year-old rising star, Haven Meged, who is living this today! Meged is a tie-down roping rookie hot on the rodeo trail who received his Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) card in 2019. At 21, he has had the opportunity to compete against his own personal...
They’re known for having oversized clothes, extravagant face paint, and they’re called barrelmen! The barrelmen are a vital aspect to the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). Hailing from Walla Walla, Washington, JJ Harrison works nearly 43 weekends throughout the year, seeing many different states in his travels and working hard to bring smiles to fans from...
The roots of tie-down roping lead back to the days of the Old West. Similar to saddle bronc riding and team roping, this sport was created on working ranches. When a calf was sick or injured, ranch hands would rope and immobilize the calves (for the safety of the animal as well as themselves) before giving...
When you think of cowboy states, Wyoming, Texas, and Oklahoma probably come to mind long before Florida. Although, I bet you didn't know that Florida was the first state in the continental United States to have cattle. The Sunshine State has been heavily involved with the ranching industry since 1521 when Ponce De Leon brought Andalusian...
Chase Brooks is a three-time RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo qualifier and your 2019 reigning champion! He’s currently sitting number seven in the RAM World standings as he gets ready to gear up in hopes to win a gold buckle in December at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. He qualified for his first WNFR in 2018,...
Saddle bronc riding has the deepest roots in the sport of rodeo. This event began on ranches throughout the American West as early as the 1800s. Cowboys competed amongst each other to see who had the skill and style when riding untrained horses. While strength and skill are important in this event, many cowboys believe that...
Born on the haciendas of old Mexico, the toughest sport on dirt first made its way to Southwest Texas and Southern California. Eventually, it grew into a sporting phenomenon for the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Can you guess which rodeo event we’re talking about? Here’s a hint. This event includes two thousand pounds of pure...
A rodeo sweetheart and her name is Lisa Lockhart! If you are familiar with the sport of women's barrel racing, you’ll know she’s a legend in most arenas she rides into. If you are a rookie to the sport of rodeo, we hope you’ll enjoy learning a little more about Lisa and her career as a...
The oldest women’s sports association in the country and the only one governed entirely by women, the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) made its debut in 1948 when 38 cowgirls came together for the promotion and advancement of women in rodeo. With 71 years of history in the professional rodeo industry, the WPRA is more than...
