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Rocker Steiner at the 2023 NFR

The Battle of the Bareback: Unofficial Top 15 Cowboys Headed to the NFR

The bareback riding was possibly the closest race in professional rodeo through the final days of the season and the cowboys never backed down

Teal Stoll
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Rocker Steiner at the 2023 NFR
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The Battle of the Bareback: Unofficial Top 15 Cowboys Headed to the NFR

The bareback riding was possibly the closest race in professional rodeo through the final days of the season and the cowboys never backed down

Teal Stoll
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Justin, Katie, Blakely, Abilene, Ellie, & Jhett
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Steer Wrestler Punches Ticket to His First WNFR Qualification at Sioux Falls

Sioux Fall win launches competitor to 11th in the world and solidifies his first WNFR qualification.

Sami Jo Buum
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NFR Open
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Don't Short Circuit: PRCA/WPRA 2024 Circuit Finals Overview

The valuable circuit system affords great opportunity for cowboys and cowgirls who may not be able to rodeo and travel full-time

Teal Stoll
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Kollin VonAhn was well outside of the top 15 prior to the Governor's Cup but came back to win the event and finish in the top 10, securing his place at the 2024 NFR.
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Big Finish in Sioux Falls Carries Team Roper Back to NFR After Nearly a Decade

Partnering with Andrew Ward, the duo overcame a sizable deficit on the last weekend of the regular season to reach ProRodeo’s culminating event together.

Alex Riley
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A cowboy participates in a rodeo event at a professional rodeo in California.
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Prospective 2024 NFR Contestants Sweep Sherriff’s PRCA Rodeo

The San Bernadino Sherriff’s PRCA Rodeo took place September 27 – 29, and projected 2024 NFR qualifiers made their mark on each event in hopes of securing their qualification.  

Aubrey Layton
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Shad Mayfield tying his calf at the CINCH Playoffs.
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'Money' Mayfield: Pure Domination During the 2024 Rodeo Season

He's breaking records on the way to his six Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

Laura Motley Lambert
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Champion cowboys and cowgirls stand in line accepting their trophies and saddles at the CINCH Playoffs Finals in Sioux Falls.
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Champions Crowned As the Cinch Playoffs Wrap Up at the 2024 Governor’s Cup

The excitement was palpable in Sioux Falls in the final step of the Cinch Playoffs, the $1.3 million added Governor’s Cup

Teal Stoll
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Round Two Winners and Semi-Finals Qualifiers Determined at The Governors Cup

With the first two rounds paying out $11,000 for the win, the big money is still on the table, where the finals will pay $30,000 to first place.

Teal Stoll
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One of the Wright brothers making an exceptional ride at the CINCH Playoffs Governor's Cup.
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CINCH Playoffs: The Final Frontier for the Push to the Wrangler National Finals

With one round down and one long round left to go, this is make or break time for a few ahtletes. Here is who has it all to win or lose.

Laura Motley Lambert
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Team ropers Clay Smith (header) and Coleby Payne (heeler) have worked hard to avoid a repeat of 2023 when Smith advanced to NFR while Payne was left home. The duo have risen into the top 10 of their respective standings over the last few weeks, likely securing a place in Las Vegas this December.
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After 2023 Heartbreak, Roping Duo Ready to Finish Regular Season Strong Ahead of NFR

While Clay Smith competed in Las Vegas last December, Coleby Payne was forced to stay home. A year later, they faced a similar situation late in the season, but found a way to lock up their spot at NFR together.

Alex Riley
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Hayes Weight winning the first round of the CINCH Governor's Playoff.
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Round One Winners in Sioux Falls: $1.3 Million Added Governor's Cup Recap

Round one brought shakeups to the World Standings already and it was a night of relief and heartbreak for several cowboys and cowgirls

Teal Stoll
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Kickoff ceremony of the CINCH Playoffs in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
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Sioux Falls: Who Has the Opportunity To Move Into the Top 15?

This is it. The last weekend of the regular season, and everyone wants to know who still has a shot at moving into the top 15.

Laura Motley Lambert
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Tyler Waguespack
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The Time has Come: Final Bubble Update for Timed Events

The steer wrestling, team roping, and tie down roping have some tight races remaining as cowboys grit out the final days of the professional rodeo season

Teal Stoll
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Richmond Champion
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The Final Bubble Update: Rough Stock Riders as They Head to Sioux Falls

The bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding standings have been altered greatly over the past few weeks and the next five days will determine the 2024 NFR qualifiers

Teal Stoll
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Wenda Johnson
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Barrel Racing and Breakaway Roping Bubble is Ready to Burst as One Week Remains

With seven days left in the regular season, several cowgirls are still working hard to secure their 2024 NFR qualifications

Teal Stoll
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After winning the College National Finals Rodeo bareback title, Weston Timberman is now on his way to the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo this December.
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World Standings Shakeup Occurred in Mandan Over the Weekend

Mandan concluded Sunday night, and the shakeup that was forecasted did happen making for an exciting weekend in rodeo. 

Lexi Gieck
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World Champion Battles Back From Injury To Become 2024 NFR Contender

Tyler Waguespack wins under the pressure and moves to the top 15 with only a week remaining in the regular rodeo season.

Sami Jo Buum
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Shad Mayfield up tonight in Mandan looking to take home a check.
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The North Dakota Roughrider Cup Holds Power to Change Lives

The Roughrider Cup has been underway the last two days, let's look at the action that’s happened on the dirt in Mandan and look at who's up tonight that might shake the leaderboard up. 

Lexi Gieck
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Hunter Herrin
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Only Time Will Tell: Bubble Watch Update for PRCA Timed Events

As September 30 quickly approaches, tight races in the steer wrestling, team roping, and tie down roping will determine the top 15 cowboys to compete in each event at the National Finals Rodeo

Teal Stoll
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Stetson Wright at 2023 NFR
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From Mandan to Sioux Falls a Shake Up will Occur during the Last Two-Weeks of the Season

As we look to close the money-making window that will count for Vegas this December, the next 11 days hold a lot of money and are sure to shake up the top 15 standings. 

Lexi Gieck
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Keenan Hayes
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On the Buckin' Bubble: Rough Stock Cowboys Battle to Make the Top 15

In the bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding, several cowboys will be making their final push to qualify for the NFR and could cause last minute upsets to the standings

Teal Stoll
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Rocker Steiner
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PRCA Announces "Review System" for 2024 National Finals Rodeo

A review system will be implemented at the 2024 WNFR effecting 6 "official Calls" made by Judges

Sami Jo Buum
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Statler Wright riding at the Pendleton Round-Up
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The Pendleton Round-Up: A Rodeo For The Cowboys

As the 2024 Pendleton Round-Up has come to a close, lets take a look at what unfolded.

Lexi Gieck
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Visitors enjoy the rides at the New Mexico State Fair.
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New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo Contributes to Last-Ditch NFR Efforts

The New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo wrapped up on September 15, and many athletes saw a $5,000+ increase in their earnings as they vie for their spot in the world standings with the end of the season in sight.

Aubrey Layton
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Shad Mayfield got a boost in his NFR and circuit earnings by winning the West Texas Fair and Rodeo in Abilene over the weekend.
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Shad Mayfield’s Unexpected Pivot Results in Victory at West Texas Fair and Rodeo

While he had hoped for a longer stay at the Pendleton Round-Up, the current No. 1 tie-down roper made the most of a trek back south, picking up big money for his circuit standings.

Alex Riley
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