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Tips for Safeguarding Against NFR Ticket Scams on Facebook

Unfortunately, scammers will try anything to make a quick buck, especially when dealing with last minute planners. If you haven't already secured tickets to the

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Tips for Safeguarding Against NFR Ticket Scams on Facebook

Unfortunately, scammers will try anything to make a quick buck, especially when dealing with last minute planners. If you haven't already secured tickets to the

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Bull Rider Josh Frost, of Randlett, Utah rides a bull named Rock Salt And Nails for a first place finish with a score of 87 points during the PRCA Xtreme Bulls event at the Kitsap Stampede on Saturday, Aug. 27, 2022.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #4 Josh Frost

After three consecutive years at the Reserve Champion, he's got his eye on the coveted gold buckle.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #5 Clayton Sellars

Clayton Sellars has been trying to get back to the NFR since 2021 and this year he punched his ticket. It's time to get to know 4x NFR qualifier, Clayton Sellars.

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Jeter Lawrence rides Pour Me Another in the Xtreme Bull Riding Tour during the Reno Rodeo on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at the Reno Livestock Event Center Outdoor Arena in Reno, NV.
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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #6 Jeter Lawrence

It’s time to meet 19-year-old, Jeter Lawrence.

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Wacey Schalla rides during in the Tuff Hedeman Tour bull riding competition in El Paso, Texas at the El Paso County Coliseum on Feb. 4, 2023.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #7 Wacey Schalla

Coming into the finals having already earned a year-end championship, this cowboy has set the world of rough stock riding ablaze.

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Teton Ridge Completes Cowboy Channel Takeover in Stunning Move Ahead of NFR

Teton Ridge has made the bold move and stepped further into the Western Sports world with the acquisition of The Cowboy Channel.

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Chase Dougherty rides a bull during finals of the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo Friday, Feb. 15, 2019, at Foster Communications Coliseum.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #8 Chase Dougherty

He's spent the last few months healing from injuries and he's ready to perform under the Las Vegas lights. This NFR will look different for him as he'll have his two biggest fans cheering him on from the stands. It's time to get to know this 2x qualifier.

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Headed to the NFR in Las Vegas? Watch Out for These Questionable Hotels

Sin City is glamorous, sparkly and unforgettable, but not every hotel matches the sparkle of the Strip.

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First Time Going to the WNFR? 7 Tips to Maximize Your Las Vegas Cowboy Vacation

The National Finals Rodeo has been held in Las Vegas, Nevada since 1985, and the 10-day event has much to offer visitors and residents of Las Vegas, alike. Her

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Your Guide to Vegas Family Fun at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo

Planning a family vacation to the NFR? We have you covered with a list of family-friendly activities for all ages.

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Trevor Reiste rides Kish List in the Xtreme Bull Riding Tour during the Reno Rodeo on Thursday, June 20, 2024.
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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #9 Trevor Reiste

It’s time to get to know this Iowa cowboy, Trevor Reiste. Qualifying for his second National Finals Rodeo and coming off of an electric summer run, the excitement runs deep to see what this bull rider can accomplish during 10 nights in Thomas and Mack.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #10 Cooper James

Focusing on keeping his mental game strong throughout the finals will let Cooper James excel at what he does best and soak up all the experiences of his first National Finals Rodeo.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #11 Tristen Hutchings

Making his entry into the Thomas & Mack from the yellow bucking chutes, it's time to meet Tristian Hutchings a cowboy finding his third trip to the National Finals Rodeo.

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Barrel Futurities of America $uper$takes: Young Horses Competing for $100,000

The BFA has posted the official list of horse and rider teams who will compete for the six-figure payout on a single run

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Barrell racer Katie Chism and her horse, Ace, won all three rounds at the Great Lakes Circuit Finals over the weekend en route to the average championship.
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Winding Journey Leads to Dream Finish for Barrel Racer at Great Lakes Circuit Finals

It’s an ending Katie Chism imagined, but never envisioned becoming reality.  After three runs at the Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo in Louisville, Ky., the Ti

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Jun 5, 2020; Las Vegas, Nevada, United States; Jordan Spears rides bull Armed and Dangerous during the PBR professional bull riding Monster Energy Team Challenge at South Point Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #12 Jordan Spears

Jordan Spears rode the bubble towards the end of the summer run and when things got dicey he held strong and is coming into finals as the number 12 man in the world.

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After a serious injury in June, defending steer wrestling World Champion Tyler Waguespack has made an improbable recovery and late season surge to return to NFR.
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Back from the Brink, Defending Steer Wrestling Champ Makes Unlikely Return to NFR

Tyler Waguespack’s season looked like it might be over in June due to injury but the five-time World Champion pushed to a late rally, securing one of the last spots in Las Vegas.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #14 Tyler Bingham

Tyler Bingham is making his fourth trip back to the NFR, and it's time to get to know this Utah cowboy better.

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Dustin Boquet's win at the Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo at the end of the 2024 regular season got him into the 16th spot in the World Standings, which led to him replacing Creek Young at the 2024 NFR after Young was given a doctor release from competing.
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NFR Insider: Meet the Guys of Bull Riding #15 Dustin Boquet

"If I can just stay level-headed and don't think about it too much, just go in there and do my job like I've done all year to get there, I'll do my best." The last few days have been a whirlwind for Dustin Boquet but he'll be back for his fourth NFR.

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70 Ranch Announces Retirement of Top Futurity Horse and NFR Qualifier

Unfortunately, all great things must come to an end and despite all efforts, for some exceptional equine athletes, that time comes far sooner than anyone would hope

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Tarleton Rodeo Gives Back to Local Community and Youth With Full Day Activity

The Tarleton State University Rodeo Team hosted a fun-filled day for local elementary schools in an effort to give back. Students were provided an opportunity to engage with the team and experience a bit of the sport for themselves.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Breakaway Superstars #1 Shelby Meged

Looking to defend her 2023 World Championship, this Texas cowgirl comes into the finals in the No. 1 position.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Breakaway Superstars #2 Josie Conner

Riding the AQHA Horse of the Year, this Louisiana cowgirl is looking for her first World Championship.

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NFR Insider: Meet the Breakaway Superstars #3 Jackie Crawford

The 23-time World Champion cowgirl has been and remains a force to be reckoned with in the arena.

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Austin Gamblers Rock PBR Teams Free Agency in Signing Sage Kimzey

“The Big Green Machine” will field a formidable team in 2025.

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