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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Nov 5, 2016; Heber City, UT, USA; Tyler Bingham during the bull riding competition at Wasatch County Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images

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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.

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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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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NFR Insider: Meet the Breakaway Superstars #4 Kelsie Domer

Making her third appearance at the NFBR, this nine time World Champion cowgirl is looking to add another to her resume.

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A World Champion Tie Down Roper and a Retired Army Colonel Joined Forces

Two men from very different walks of life teamed up to create a mindset book like nothing that's ever been written

Shawn Calhoun picking up at Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo

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Rescuing Rough Stock Riders: Four Time NFR Pickup Man Shawn Calhoun

The unsung heroes of rodeo, pickup men have a crucial job - keeping the bareback and saddle bronc riders out of hot water in the arena

Former saddle bronc world champion Taos Muncy, right, is now serving as a pickup man, learning from veterans like Matt Twitchell, left. Both men have been nominated for PRCA Pickup Man of the Year.

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After Storied Saddle Bronc Career, Former World Champ Enjoys New Role as a Pickup Man

Just a few years removed from his last appearance at NFR, Taos Muncy is still making an impact in professional rodeo, earning a nomination for PRCA Pickup Man of the Year.

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Adios Superman, It's Furytyme: 2024 Championships at WPRA World Finals

The WPRA Permit and Cardholder titles are some of the first World Championships determined each year. This year, the races were fantastic and some close relationships made the wins even sweeter