Battle rages at Red River Rumble
BFO bullfighters will be part of their own border war at State Fair of Texas DALLAS – Inside Fair Park Coliseum on the grounds of the State Fair of Texas, history holds its breath and awaits the future. From roller derbies to professional hockey and basketball games, it was the epicenter of Dallas sports more […]
Ropers set sights on Duncan
DUNCAN, Okla. – Team roping header Andrew Ward is a two-time national champion who would love to win a third. His paths took different circumstances, but his route remained the same: He first had to do well in his home region, the Prairie Circuit, in order to advance to the national circuit finals rodeo, now […]
Gems are jewels of fair’s future
HEMPSTEAD, Texas – The purpose of the Waller County Fair and Rodeo is simple: Provide an exposition for the communities in the region while also showcasing and giving back to the youth in the county. There are some traditional fair activities, like the rodeo, the livestock shows, the carnival and the concerts, but the Waller […]
Sosebee will live large in Duncan
DUNCAN, Okla. – The last time Cody Sosebee served as the entertainer at the Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo, the event took place at the Lazy E Arena near Guthrie, Oklahoma, and legendary announcer Clem McSpadden called the action. It’s been 15 years since that happened, and much has changed in the world of rodeo and […]
Potter wins 1st rodeo for Rangers
ALVA, Okla. – Growing up in southwest Nebraska, Quade Potter has seen his share of success in that region of the country. Now a junior transfer at Northwestern Oklahoma State University, Potter returned as close to his old stomping grounds as he could in Colby, Kansas, and found his way back to the top. In […]
Fair board is getting it covered
Work is set to begin to build a top for Waller County Fair and Rodeo arena HEMPSTEAD, Texas – A little more than a decade ago, a select few that were part of the Waller County Fair Association had an unlikely vision for the future of the Waller County Fairgrounds. It’s coming to fruition, and […]
Rodeo keeps growing with Carr
HEMPSTEAD, Texas – A decade ago, members of the Waller County Fair Association were seeking a prominent PRCA stock contracting firm to help the community’s rodeo grow. They found it with Dallas-based Pete Carr Pro Rodeo, and the two entities have matured together over time. The proof is in everything that happens during the nine-day […]
McCreery highlights concert series
HEMPSTEAD, Texas – From the time he auditioned for “American Idol” nearly 12 years ago to his path toward the top of country music, Scotty McCreery has been a hit. He’ll have his talents and well-recognized vocals on display during the opening Saturday night of the Waller County Fair and Rodeo on Sept. 24 at […]
The race is on for Anderson
Cinch bulldogger chasing every dollar in final weeks of regular season With the final month of ProRodeo’s regular season under way, Cinch steer wrestler Bridger Anderson is hoping to take advantage of the few opportunities before him. There are some big-money events over the next few weeks, and he plans to hit the biggest of […]
J.R.’s an encourager, inspirer
Four years after wreck that paralyzed him, Vezain is still reaches others Ask anyone that knows him, and they’ll tell you J.R. Vezain is a special person. He has the ability to help others, make them be better in every way possible. “That’s a spiritual gift of mine,” said Vezain, 30, a Cinch cowboy from […]
Cowboys wrestle Gooding cash
GOODING, Idaho – With just six weeks left in ProRodeo’s regular season, cowboys are scrambling for their bids to advance to the National Finals Rodeo. Only the top 15 on the money list in each event qualify for the sport’s grand finale, so they’re trying to cash in every where they go. In rodeo, money […]
Ropers find success in Gooding
GOODING, Idaho – While Brodi Jones and Jason Warner have aspirations of making the National Finals Rodeo and battling for world titles, their plans for 2022 are a little closer to home. The team ropers sit 11th in the Wilderness Circuit standings in their respective disciplines, and they’re now fighting to secure a spot in […]
Wright eyes 2022 Triple Crown
GOODING, Idaho – It’s been 12 years since anyone has won a Triple Crown in ProRodeo. Stetson Wright is hoping to end that drought in 2022. The last man to do it was legendary roper Trevor Brazile, who won the all-around, tie-down roping and heading world titles in 2010. “That’s the only thing on my […]
Smith riding highs of rodeo
Cinch bull rider is excited to be back in action after two years of injuries It’s been a long two years for bull rider Garrett Smith. He was well on his way to a fourth National Finals Rodeo qualification in five years, and a broken arm ended his run in July 2020. No worries. Bones […]
Smith gets the crowd going
Idaho bull rider takes the lead; Bennett has a world title on his mind GOODING, Idaho – The fans that packed into the fairgrounds for the special “Beauty and the Beast” performance of the Gooding Pro Rodeo had been raucous all night. The first few rides of bull riding, though, had all but suppressed the […]
Tuckness leans on his faith
Bad break during NFR slows bullfighter but doesn’t derail his dreams Dusty Tuckness didn’t have to look down to know something dire had just happened. It was the ninth night of the 10-round National Finals Rodeo, and the Cinch bullfighter had just helped bull rider Braden Richardson escape harm after making an 89-point ride on […]
Muncy bringing excellence home
Two-time champ to showcase top bronc riders at New Mexico event LOS LUNAS, N.M. – Before he ever qualified for the National Finals Rodeo and earned two saddle bronc riding world championships, Taos Muncy was a young cowboy with big dreams. He was just days away from his 20th birthday when Muncy won the intercollegiate […]
Couple makes rodeo better
Gwatneys return to Gooding every year to help produce a great event GOODING, Idaho – The first time John Gwatney arrived in this southern Idaho hamlet, he was a professional rodeo cowboy, wrestling steers and making his way across the country trying to eek out a living. That was nearly 30 years ago, and many […]
Bullfighters put safety first
Trio of talented athletes protects all at the Gooding Pro Rodeo GOODING, Idaho – There are a lot of little things that stand out about the Gooding Pro Rodeo that make it unique and excellent. Having three of the best bullfighters in the sport is one of those, and they’re three of the upper echelon […]
Smith, Long break out Dodge title
DODGE CITY, Kan. – Nobody expected Clay Smith to be competing this soon, not after suffering a compound fracture of his right fibula and tibia a month ago. But Smith was determined, and he returned to action this week in order to compete at the Dodge City Roundup Rodeo. His tenacity – and the faith […]
Wright ready for family tradition
DODGE CITY, Kan. – Statler Wright has already pocketed nearly $5,000 during his run through Kansas rodeos this week, and he’s not done. Wright is just 18 years old, the youngest of four boys born to two-time world champion saddle bronc rider Cody Wright, and he wants to be part of the family’s lore in […]
Top talent wins in Lovington
By LUKE CREASYFor TwisTed RodeoLOVINGTON, N.M. – The Lea County Fair and Rodeo has become a regional exposition over the years, and Saturday’s final night of the rodeo proved it. Take bareback rider Chad Rutherford, who married a young lady from Hobbs, New Mexico, just 18 miles south of Lovington. Or take steer wrestler Tyke […]
Ropers snare short-round spot
DODGE CITY, Kan. – In six years of roping together, Cody Snow and Wesley Thorp have had tremendous success. They made the 2016 National Finals Rodeo with different partners, then began roping together the next season. They haven’t missed an NFR since, and they’re level of consistency has shown over time. Here’s this, though: Snow […]
Aus reaches Top Flight for family
By LUKE CREASYFor TwisTed RodeoLOVINGTON, N.M. – Earlier this week, bareback rider Tanner Aus met the newest member of his family, Emery Gwen. He and his wife, Lonissa, welcomed their third child into their brood just a day after he’d returned to their home in Minnesota from the final round at the Cheyenne (Wyoming) Frontier […]