Monthly Archives: July 2015
Bright shines in Dodge City
Written on July 31, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DODGE CITY, Kan. – Matt Bright might just be on the hot streak of his career. Bright, a three-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier from Fort Worth, Texas, continued his positive momentum Thursday night by riding Frontier Rodeo’s Showdown for 83 points to take the bareback riding lead at Dodge City Roundup Rodeo. “I’ve been Continue Reading »
Logo change was too drastic
Written on July 30, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
There is a pretty big stink north of the border. Apparently, a number of rodeo folks are a bit miffed at the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association’s newest logo design. It’s quite a change from the longstanding logo, and it has been met with sharp criticism. The previous logo was outdated and needed an overhaul. The Continue Reading »
Rusty rides Wright to the lead
Written on July 30, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DODGE CITY, Kan. – No matter how good an athlete is, the foundation for every move is in the fundamentals. It’s working well for Rusty Wright, a 19-year-old saddle bronc rider and son of two-time world champion Cody Wright. On Wednesday night, the Utah cowboy rode Harry Vold Rodeo’s Jerry’s Delight for 81 points to Continue Reading »
World champ Masters among early leaders
Written on July 29, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
The timed events began Wednesday morning at Dodge City Roundup Rodeo, and there are several elite athletes atop the leaderboard, including world champion header Chad Masters. He and partner Travis Graves posted a 4.4-second run to lead the first go-round. Steer wrestling: First round leaders: 1. Rowdy Parrott, 3.9 seconds; 2. Kyle Irwin, 4.1; 3. Continue Reading »
Return to the top
Written on July 29, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
Two-time world champion Scott Snedecor of Fredricksburg, Texas, added another prestigious title to his resume Tuesday afternoon. Snedecor, a 13-time qualifier to the Clem McSpadden National Finals Rodeo, roped and tied three calves in 26.8 seconds to win $4,862. It marked the second time in his career that the Texan has claimed the Dodge City Continue Reading »
O’Mara wins Dodge City Xtreme
Written on July 29, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DODGE CITY, Kan. – For the better part of the last three years, Jacob O’Mara has spent more time on the disabled list than any athlete would like. It’s especially hard for rodeo cowboys, who have no guaranteed contracts. The only way they make money is to win it, and O’Mara has been at his Continue Reading »
Winnsboro is ready for rodeo week
Written on July 27, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
WINNSBORO, La. – There is something special in this community that comes to town every summer. It’s the Deep South PRCA Rodeo, set for 8 p.m. Thursday, July 30-Saturday, Aug. 1, at Deep South Rodeo Arena in Winnsboro. It’s a busy week for local organizers, and it’s a big week for the staff of Pete Continue Reading »
Rodeo a hot spot for top stars
Written on July 27, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – There are many reasons why the Lea County Fair and Rodeo is recognized as one of the biggest and best events in ProRodeo. From hospitality to award-winning livestock to an amazing purse, the regional exposition is home to a highly touted event among the top professionals in the game. This year’s rodeo Continue Reading »
Elite riders ready for Xtreme Bulls
Written on July 24, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – Rodeo is nothing new to the folks in Lea County; many know all the intricacies that go into each event. The Lea County Fair and Rodeo features the very best bull riders in the world on one night during Lea County Xtreme Bulls, set for 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 4, at Jake Continue Reading »
Circuit champs ready for big week
Written on July 23, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DUNCAN, Okla. – Next week’s run of rodeos is a vital time in the schedule of the Prairie Circuit’s top players. ProRodeo cowboys and cowgirls call it the “Kansas Run,” because of the weeklong series of events that take place primarily in the Sunflower State. It’s a great opportunity for the sport’s stars to earn Continue Reading »
Champion scores 90 on Dirty Jacket
Written on July 23, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
EAGLE, Colo. – Richmond Champion knows what it’s like to be on the perfect joyride. “The only bad thing is when you get the whistle, you don’t want to stop,” said Champion, a 2014 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier from The Woodlands, Texas. He’s talking about matching moves with Pete Carr Pro Rodeo’s Dirty Jacket. Continue Reading »
Daily shows provide variety to fair
Written on July 22, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – The versatility of daily entertainers is a big reason the Lea County Fair and Rodeo has been attractive spot for longtime attendees. This year’s lineup is no different. From conjurer Robert Smith to The Great Bear Show, fairgoers will have the opportunity to experience a little bit of Hollywood magic and an Continue Reading »
Roundup a key stop for rodeo’s best
Written on July 21, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DODGE CITY, Kan. – When most people think of Dodge City, they conjure up images of the Old West and Matt Dillon. Rodeo folks look at the western Kansas community of nearly 28,000 as the home of the Dodge City Roundup Rodeo, an important roadway as an important path on the rodeo trail. This year’s Continue Reading »
Work on local fair is a labor of love
Written on July 19, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – It takes a small army to handle even the tiniest of details that come with producing a large event. “We’re blessed that we have a strong core group of volunteers who donate their time and energy to our fair and rodeo and also have the county staff that makes a lot happen,” Continue Reading »
Elite cowboys crave Carr livestock
Written on July 17, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DALLAS – World-class cowboys crave the opportunities to be matched with world-class bucking animals. They get that with the athletic buckers from Pete Carr Pro Rodeo, the livestock producer at the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo, set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22-Saturday, July 25, at Johnette Phillips Arena on the Eagle County Fairgrounds. “I Continue Reading »
Xtreme Bulls key for top cowboys
Written on July 17, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DODGE CITY, Kan. – In any sport, momentum can be the key between success and failure. The pendulum can swing in either direction. When it’s heading in the positive direction, great things can happen. Bull rider Tim Bingham felt that last summer in his first qualification to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. It all began Continue Reading »
Eagle is the picture of a wild rodeo
Written on July 16, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
EAGLE, Colo. – The Eagle County Fairgrounds is the perfect setting for some of the most wild rodeo action ever seen in Colorado. It’s home to the Eagle County Fair and Rodeo, set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 22-Saturday, July 25, at Johnette Phillips Arena on the Eagle County Fairgrounds. Surrounded by the beautiful Rocky Continue Reading »
Carr team a big part of fair & rodeo
Written on July 16, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – Fans in Lea County know what it takes to make a good rodeo. They’re used to seeing it every year at the Lea County Fair and Rodeo, set for 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 5-Saturday, Aug. 8, at Jake McClure Arena. Throw in the Lea County Xtreme Bulls at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. Continue Reading »
Branch excited for Lea County fair
Written on July 14, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – As fairgoers are making plans for the annual Lea County Fair and Rodeo, the staffs at the Tate Branch Auto Group dealerships in Hobbs, Carlsbad and Artesia are making plans themselves. In addition to being the presenting sponsor for the annual exposition, the Tate Branch team has numerous plans scheduled during the Continue Reading »
Local rodeo is an award-winner
Written on July 13, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – If Jake McClure Arena had a trophy case, it would be full of awards for this year’s Lea County Fair and Rodeo. The annual event, now in its 80th year, is a two-time nominee for Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year, having received those bids each of the Continue Reading »
Johnson journeys toward Las Vegas
Written on July 10, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
EDITOR’S NOTE: This story appears in the July 2015 issue of Women’s Pro Rodeo News, the official publication of the WPRA. It is republished on this site with the approval of the WPRN. Meghan Johnson has never really considered moving to Colorado, but competing in the Centennial State has been pretty nice. “My mom always Continue Reading »
Concerts key to fair’s success
Written on July 9, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
LOVINGTON, N.M. – From rising stars to an “American Idol” to a Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame inductee, the 2015 Lea County Fair and Rodeo will have the perfect mix for fairgoers. “I think our lineup is exciting and is holding to the standards that we’ve developed over the past few years,” said Corey Continue Reading »
Locals make Roundup a big deal
Written on July 8, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
DODGE CITY, Kan. – While it takes a village to raise a child, it takes a community and more to put on the Dodge City Roundup Rodeo. “There’s no possible way this event goes on without the number of volunteers and the great support we get from this community,” said Dr. R.C. Trotter, chairman of Continue Reading »
Funnyman returning to Guymon
Written on July 7, 2015 at 12:00 am, by Ted
GUYMON, Okla. – There are things in this world that people want to see many times over. The Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo is one of those for rodeo funnyman Cody Sosebee. He returns for this year’s festivities, set for 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 6; 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, May 7; and 2 p.m. Sunday, Continue Reading »