MGM Deuces Night is a bareback rider’s dream
EAGLE, Colo. – When MGM Deuces Night bucks, bareback riders salivate. “If we could vote on the most desirable horse in the world to draw, I would say everybody would probably pick Deuces Night,” said Steven Dent, a four-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo bareback rider from Mullin, Neb. “If you had one horse, one ride […]
Chet cashing cheques
Chet Johnson, a three-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier from Sheridan, Wyo., has been showing off at the Calgary Stampede. The 2009 Canadian Finals Rodeo champion won Pool A’s second and third go-rounds and has pocketed $11,000 over the last two days. Now he’s secured a bye into the final round next Sunday and a […]
The Lerwill Experience
It’s no surprise to those in rodeo that Troy Lerwill is one of the greatest entertainers in the sport. He’s got a lot of great things going for him, from his fantastic sense of humor to his exceptional motorcycle act. Not only does he entertain fans at every rodeo he works, Lerwill draws people to […]
Carr’s Morning After leads O’Mara to title
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – After spending several months on ProRodeo’s injury list, bull rider Jacob O’Mara needed some good things to happen. They did at the Navajo Nation Fourth of July PRCA Rodeo, where O’Mara tested his ability on the Carr Pro Bull Morning After. The result was a rodeo-winning 89-point ride worth $4,119 and […]
He’s making a Dent in Cowboy Christmas
Steven Dent didn’t let a little lost luggage hamper his focus on the task at hand this Cowboys Christmas. Dent, a four-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier from Mullin, Neb., and traveling partner Ryan Gray made their way to west Texas for the West of the Pecos Rodeo last week. Their rigging bags failed to […]
Polhamus’ voice, excitement set tone for Roundup
DODGE CITY, Kan. – If it hasn’t already happened, Boyd Polhamus is quickly becoming the voice of ProRodeo. He’s definitely the voice of Dodge City Roundup Rodeo. Polhamus has been selected to call the action at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo 16 times, including the last 13. More importantly, he’s been named the announcer of […]
Leaders in Window Rock after first performance
Navajo Nation Fourth of July Rodeo Window Rock, Ariz. July 4-6 Bareback riding: 1. Shon Gibson, 80 points on Carr Pro Rodeo’s Miss Hollywood; 2. Kip Lish, 74 points on Carr’s Yo Yo; no other qualified rides. Steer wrestling: 1. Clayton Tuchscherer, 4.1 seconds; 2. Chase Massengill, 6.4; 3. Brandon Bates, Mexican Springs, N.M., 15.8; […]
It’s money-making time
It’s time to make money in ProRodeo. It’s Cowboy Christmas, that time of year that features lucrative rodeos around the Fourth of July. It’s a traditional setting and an exhausting time for cowboys and cowgirls, most of whom are on the road non-stop between events making sure they squeeze in as many rides and runs […]
Music fans get quite a treat at Lea County Fair
LOVINGTON, N.M. – The be a true regional exposition, the Lea County Fair Board realizes that variety is a spice of life not always experienced in rural America. Those who are taking in the 2012 edition of the Lea County Fair and Rodeo will have an array of musical choices through the 10-day affair. Fairgoers […]
Fans will get great match-ups in Window Rock
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – Heith DeMoss is one of the more energetic saddle bronc riders in ProRodeo. He will be plenty excited this week when he takes his turn on Carr Pro Rodeo’s Miss Congenality during the Navajo Nation Fourth of July PRCA Rodeo, set for 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 4, and 7:30 p.m. Thursday, […]
Roundup’s induction special to first president
DODGE CITY, Kan. – Even an old cowboy like Ron Long knows how sentimental he’ll be when he stands at the base of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, Colo., on July 14. “I’ll probably sit up there and cry,” Long said, considering just what it means when his beloved Dodge City Roundup Rodeo is inducted […]
Host hotel status exciting for MGM cowboys, cowgirls
LAS VEGAS – The MGM Grand Hotel and Casino has long been associated with the greatest events in Las Vegas. The trend continues with the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in December. The MGM Grand will be one of the host hotels for professional rodeo’s championship event when it takes place Dec. 6-15 at the Thomas […]
Rodeo’s best kick start a great Pecos rodeo
PECOS, Texas – Some of the greatest cowboys in ProRodeo’s history were part of the 129th West of the Pecos Rodeo, with more than 50 world championships being represented in the opening ceremonies through the four nights of the event, from June 27-30. It was just one way to kick off a whale of a […]
It’s just five months
You know you’re going to ProRodeo’s 2012 championship event, the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Even if you’re a little unsure but you’ve dreamed of taking in all the festivities and fireworks of one of the greatest sporting extravaganzas, then this is your time to step up to the plate and make your plans to be […]
Electric finale set for Pecos
For the second straight weekend, I’m working from the cool confines of my home in northwest Missouri, but my mind’s 1,000 miles away in west Texas. The West of the Pecos Rodeo is where hundreds of cowboys and cowgirls kicked off their 2012 Cowboy Christmas. Tonight will feature the final performance in Pecos, and some […]
Navajo Nation to get a feel for Dirty Jacket
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. – A few years ago, T.J. Holgate was one of a few Navajo bareback riders in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. Holgate, the chairman of the Navajo Nation Fourth of July PRCA Rodeo, was a couple decades too early to test his skills against the awesome bucking horses from Carr Pro Rodeo. […]
Cannon scores 90 on Dirty Jacket to lead Pecos
PECOS, Texas – It looks like Dirty Jacket is up to his old tricks. Clint Cannon is quite happy about it, too. Cannon, a three-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier from Waller, Texas, rode Carr Pro Rodeo’s 8-year-old bay gelding for 90 points on Wednesday night to take the bareback riding lead at the West […]
Gala to support Western Wishes
The “8 Seconds to Glory” gala is more than a reunion for the 1992 movie “8 Seconds.” The celebration is a benefit to Western Wishes, which was founded in 1994 by Donnalyn Quintana. The gala will take place at the Little America Event Center Grand Ballroom on July 21 in Cheyenne, Wyo., coinciding with the […]
The inferno continues to breath
Far removed from the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains, it’s sometimes difficult for me to be in touch with the news touching Colorado. That’s not the case right now. The wildfires that are scorching the beautiful landscape have made national news. Destination locales for vacationers have been blackened and charred. And now, the breathing […]
Big Spring celebrates rodeo’s grand history
BIG SPRING, Texas – History is a big part the sport of rodeo, but it’s the foundation of the Big Spring Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo. The event bucked for the 79th time from June 21-23 at the Big Spring Rodeo Bowl, and fans witnessed an outstanding competition and a fantastic celebration. “The highlight for me […]
Dent-MGM Deuces Night a key match-up in Pecos
PECOS, Texas – Steven Dent has been one of the best bareback riders going down the rodeo trail most of his six-year ProRodeo career. MGM Deuces Night has been one of the best bareback horses in the sport each of the past three seasons she’s bucked. They’ll meet during the final performance of the West […]
Ridin’ for the spurs
It’s almost time for the Reno (Nev.) Rodeo short go-round, which features the top 12 contestants (and teams) from the preliminary rounds in the western Nevada city. Tonight’s field is filled with world champions and regular qualifiers to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Payouts have been made in each of the first two go-rounds, so […]
It’s almost like I’m there
My phone dinged today, making that sound that identifies an incoming text message. It was my dear friend, Sandy Gwatney, and it was one of two. Now, I know Sandy is hanging out in Big Spring, Texas, for the three days of the Cowboy Reunion and Rodeo. As I open my little bundle, I get […]
Graves moves into position for circuit crown
DUNCAN, Okla. – Over the course of his career, Stockton Graves has been one of those cowboys who battled every step of the way to play on the biggest stages of ProRodeo. Whether it’s qualifying for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo or the championship round of the Dodge City (Kan.) Roundup Rodeo, Graves competes for […]