Preparing for ProRodeo’s finale
The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo begins in less than three weeks, so the prep work for the championship has begun. I’m conducting interviews and writing advance stories, doing research and taking notes. When I arrive in Las Vegas, there is much work to do; from promoting Rodeo Media Relations, TwisTED Rodeo and some of the […]
Focused and driven
The 2012 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo will be the first since 1997 that 16-time world champion Trevor Brazile has not qualified in calf roping. Now Brazile is just a one-event NFR qualifier – technically it’s two events, since he competed earlier this month at the Clem McSpadden National Finals Rodeo, where he won better than […]
The facelift of a company’s website
RodeoMediaRelations.com has undergone a facelift. Thanks to the brilliance that is Corey Brown, the site is energized and outstanding. Brown owns 4B Web Design, and I’ve worked closely with him for several months. With the opportunity to make the Rodeo Media Relations website first class, I took it. The reward is awesome. The site […]
A champion’s R&R
There are many things that test the measure of a champion, but the heart of a winner is proven in what they do when nobody’s around. It’s break time in the world of professional rodeo. The top 15 in each event will begin competition at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo three weeks from tonight at […]
Fast times make for fun Texas Stampede
ALLEN, Texas – The Tom Thumb Texas Stampede has a history of being a major stop for the elite cowboys in professional rodeo. The cream of the crop put on quite a show on Nov. 9-10 at the Allen Event Center. Tuf Cooper, his brother, Clint Cooper, and Ryan Jarrett highlighted the competition, posting 7.7-second […]
American Royal to close with UPHA
National champions will be crowned this week as Fall Festival comes to an end KANSAS CITY, Mo. – The first time Mandy Martin arrived in this twin city, it was to participate in a horse show at the American Royal. She returned countless times since, then moved to Kansas City. She’s been as close as […]
Bareback school offers priceless education
HEMPSTEAD, Texas – The value of a quality education is priceless. For young bareback riders hoping to make their mark in professional rodeo, the opportunity to learn from the best that play the game is just as valuable. The price tag, however, is almost unreal. “We put on this school at no charge to the […]
It’s a record-setting Pierce
Carlee Pierce likes breaking records. Last December, Carlee set a new standard with an arena-record run of 13.46-second run during the fifth go-round at her first Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. On Friday night, Pierce and her 5-year-old gelding, Hammer, posted a 14.214-second run in Edmonton, Alberta, to set an arena record at the Canadian Finals […]
Earning Canadian dollars
Native Albertan Carlee Pierce continued her strong season Thursday night by posting a 14.611-second run during the second round of the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, Alberta. She finished second to two-time world champion Lindsay Sears of Nanton, Alberta, who won for the second straight night with a 14.547. Pierce added $8,476 for the feat […]
Pierce-ing the storylines
Carlee Pierce is returning to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo for the second straight year. As with every NFR sophomore, she will better know what to expect when she arrives in Las Vegas in early December. She’ll know what it means to best care for her horse, Dillion, a 12-year-old buckskin gelding she’s had since […]
NWOSU women earn individual, team titles
ALVA, Okla. – Trish Price earned the victory, but Karley Kile earned the bulk of the points last weekend at the Northwestern Oklahoma State University Rodeo. The goat tiers finished first and second at their hometown rodeo, and they helped the Rangers women win the team title. “It means a lot to me to win […]
Athletic horses show off this week
Cutting horse competition to feature ranching tradition that is now a growing sport KANSAS CITY, Mo. – High quality cutting horses have been some of the most prized animals on North American ranches for decades. It also is one of the fastest growing sports in the world, involving horse and rider separating a particular cow […]
Rodeo school is about giving back
Rodeo’s elite will prepare for NFR, teach youngsters while raising needed funds MESQUITE, Texas – Some of the greatest cowboys in professional rodeo will be showcasing their talent from Friday, Nov. 23-Sunday, Nov. 25 at Resistol Rodeo Arena. They’ll also be sharing their experiences, technique and winning athleticism to rodeo’s next generation during the ninth […]
Entertainment value is key for Stampede
ALLEN, Texas – There’s a lot to north Texas, from the pride in the Lone Star State to the traditions that surround this culture. The 2012 Tom Thumb Texas Stampede will have the flavor of it all, from a world-class rodeo featuring the sport’s biggest stars to the Western Heritage Festival to traditional concerts from […]
Patterson Lassos Title on Final Run
GUTHRIE, Okla. – Rocky Patterson knew he needed to be fast. The 2012 Steer Roping World Championship depended on it. Patterson was. He posted a 10.3-second run to win the 10th go-round at the Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping and outlast Trevor Brazile by $418 to win his third Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association World […]
Cody Scheck wins again, NFSR Round 9
Ninth round: round: 1. Cody Scheck, Ellinwood, Kan., 9.5 seconds, $5,077; 2. Ralph Williams, Skiatook, Okla., 11.0, $4,077; 3. Jess Tierney, Hermosa, S.D., 11.1, $3,077; 4. Dan Fisher, Andrews, Texas, 11.8, $2,077; 5. (tie) Rocky Patterson, Pratt, Kan., and J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, Okla., 12.0, $538 each. Average leaders: 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 120.2 seconds […]
Cody Scheck wins NFSR Round 8
Eighth round: 1. Cody Scheck, Ellinwood, Kan., 12.1 seconds, $5,077; 2. Mike Chase, McAlester, Okla., 12.5, $4,077; 3. Rocky Patterson, Pratt, Kan., 13.4, $3,077; 4. J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, Okla., 13.5, $2,077; 5. Chance Kelton, Mayer, Ariz., 13.9, $1,077. Average leaders: 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 103.3 seconds on eight head; 2. Mike Chase, McAlester, Okla., […]
Rod Hartness wins NFSR Round 7
Seventh round: 1. Rod Hartness, Pawhuska, Okla., 11.2 seconds, $5,077; 2. Rocky Patterson, Pratt, Kan., 11.6, $4,077; 3. Ralph Williams, Skiatook, Okla., 11.8, $3,077; 4. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 12.0, $2,077; 5. Vin Fisher Jr., Andrews, Texas, 13.6, $1,077. Average leaders: 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 88.2 seconds on seven head; 2. Mike Chase, McAlester, […]
Rocky Patterson wins NFSR Round 6
Sixth round: 1. Rocky Patterson, Pratt, Kan., 10.2 seconds, $5,077; 2. Vin Fisher Jr., Andrews, Texas, 11.0, $4,077; 3. Rod Hartness, Pawhuska, Okla., 11.4, $3,077; 4. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 11.5, $2,077; 5. Kim Ziegelgruber, Edmond, Okla., 11.8, $1,077. Average leaders: 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 76.2 seconds on six head; 2. J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, […]
Brazile Leads NFSR after First Night
Trevor Brazile is one of the greatest cowboys to have ever competed in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. Now the 16-time world champion has the advantage in one of the tightest races in recent history at the Clem McSpadden National Finals Steer Roping after opening night. Brazile placed in three go-rounds Friday night at the […]
Vin Fisher wins NFSR Round 4
Fourth round: 1. Vin Fisher Jr., Andrews, Texas, 12.0 seconds, $5,077; 2. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 12.2, $4,077; 3. Chance Kelton, Mayer, Ariz., 12.9, $3,077; 4. Dan Fisher, Andrews, Texas, 13.2, $2,077; 5. Rod Hartness, Pawhuska, Okla., 14.0, $1,077. Average leaders: 1. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 51.2 seconds on four head; 2. Vin Fisher Jr., […]
Rocky Patterson wins NFSR Round 3
Third round: 1. Rocky Patterson, Pratt, Kan., 12.2 seconds, $5,077; 2. Chet Herren, Pawhuska, Okla., 12.6, $4,077; 3. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 12.8, $3,077; 4. Cody Scheck, Ellinwood, Kan., 12.9, $2,077; 5. Cody Lee, Gatesville, Texas, 13.7, $1,077. Average leaders: 1. Chet Herren, Pawhuska, Okla., 36.5 seconds on three head; 2. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, […]
Vin Fisher wins NFSR Round 2
1. Vin Fisher Jr., Andrews, Texas, 10.8 seconds, $5,077; 2. (tie) Chance Kelton, Mayer, Ariz., and Dan Fisher, Andrews, Texas, 12.0, $3,577 each; 4. Mike Chase, McAlester, Okla., 12.5, $2,077; 5. Chet Herren, Pawhuska, Okla., 13.1, $1,077. Average leaders: 1. Chet Herren, Pawhuska, Okla., 23.9 seconds on two head; 2. Dan Fisher, Andrews, Texas, 24.0; […]
Herren wins NFSR Round 1
1. Chet Herren, Pawhuska, Okla., 10.8 seconds, $5,077; 2. Trevor Brazile, Decatur, Texas, 11.9, $4,077; 3. Dan Fisher, Andrews, Texas, 12.0, $3,077; 4. J.P. Wickett, Sallisaw, Okla., 12.1, $2,077; 5. Ralph Williams, Skiatook, Okla., 12.5, $1,077