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Arcadia Fall Rodeo: Recap

A thrilling weekend of rodeo in Arcadia, Florida, gives contestants an early boost in the 2024 standings.

Alex Cawthon

Arcadia Fall Rodeo: Recap
Arcadia Fall Rodeo: Recap /

The Southeastern Circuit's 10th annual Arcadia Fall Rodeo concluded this past weekend in Arcadia, Florida. While some use this time to rest and regroup or prepare for the National Finals Rodeo, others are hungry to get a jump start on the new season.

NFR qualifier, Marcus Theriot, won the all-around competing in both team roping and calf roping.

Waylon Bourgeois, won the bareback aboard New Star Pro Rodeo's "Chosen One," with an 84-point ride. Behind Bourgeois, Taylor Broussard, won second with 82.5 points. Houston Herbert and Bradlee Miller tied for third with their 81.5-point ride. 

Bradley Massey and Zack Mabry stoppped the clock with an impressive 4.8-second run to win the team roping. Marcus Theriot and partner Cole Curry split third place with a 5.3-second run, helping Theriot in the all-around.

In the saddle bronc riding, Kody Rinehart was 82 points on Five Star Rodeo's "Girl Crush." NFR qualifier Ryder Sanford tied for third with a 79-point ride along with Keene Justesen. 

Bart Brunson was 8.1 seconds to take home the calf roping title. Followed by Colton Redmond with 9.1 seconds, and Marcus Theriot with 9.2-seconds. 

Cowgirls Taylor Carver and Bobbie Jo Alcazar took the win in the ladies events, barrel racing and breakaway roping. Georgia native, Carver, won the barrels turning in a time of 16.55 seconds, while Alcazar led the breakaway roping with a 2.4-second run. 

Florida native and 3x NFR qualifier, Clayton Sellars, dominated the bull riding. Winning first by five-points on United Pro Rodeo's legendary bull Grey Goose. 

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Alex Cawthon
ALEX CAWTHON

Alex Cawthon is a writer for Sports Illustrated's Rodeo Daily. She is also an accomplished rodeo athlete and business leader driven by the desire to achieve greatness. Born and raised in Rockwall, TX where she learned the importance of family and enjoying the simple things in life. Growing up Alex focused on her academics as well as fine-tuning her abilities as an athlete, which led her to a rodeo scholarship at Tarleton State University. She competed in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) in the Southwest Region during her time in college rodeo. In addition to a long list of rodeo accomplishments, Alex’s reputation for excellence as well as her grit and determination garnered awards and high-profile brand deals. When not competing full-time as a rodeo athlete, Alex applies her intense work ethic to thrive in the classroom. She graduated from Tarleton State University with a bachelor's degree in Agribusiness in 2022 and will graduate in December 2023 with a Master's in Business Administration. Now based in Stephenville, Tx, Alex continues to make her mark as she establishes a career in the oil and gas industry. In addition, Alex utilizes her expertise and connections to support the sport she loves, as she joins forces with Sports Illustrated as a writer for their acclaimed feature, Rodeo Daily. Beyond Alex’s accomplishments in and out of the arena, to her core, she is tenacious, focused, and driven. Her deep roots in the Western industry have not only shaped her professional journey, but also instilled an unwavering commitment to tradition, excellence, and innovation. 

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