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Who Qualified For NFR Open From Southeastern Circuit?

Southeastern Circuit Finals wrapped up in Davie, Florida sending many first time qualifiers to the NFR Open.

Alex Cawthon

Who Qualified For NFR Open From Southeastern Circuit?
Who Qualified For NFR Open From Southeastern Circuit? /

As the Southeastern Circuit Finals concluded, there will be several new names on the NFR Open roster next summer. 

From each circuit, the top-two in each event qualify for the NFR Open. From the NFR Open the opportunities are limitless for contestants. This year, contestants that won the NFR Open that were not highly ranked in the standings had a realistic chance to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo.

The large purse at both the Washington State Fair, as well as the Governor's Cup in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, made the off chance possible for a select few contestants.

The Southeastern Circuit Finals was held in Davie, Florida and had three thrilling rounds of rodeo competition for rodeo fans to enjoy at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. 

Southeastern Circuit Average Results

Bareback Riding 

  1. Taylor Broussard, 249.5 points/3
  2. Waylon Bourgeois, 246.5 points

Steer Wrestling 

  1. Will Lummus, 12.9 seconds/3
  2. Kamry Dymmek, 14.3 seconds

Breakaway Roping

  1. Laramie Johnson, 8.6 seconds/3 
  2. Traci Ashton, 8.7 seconds

Team Roping

  1. Bart Brunson/Clay Green, 18.0 seconds/3
  2. Dillon Green/Adam Plyler, 29.4 seconds/3

Saddle Bronc Riding

  1. Parker Kempfer, 254.5 points/3
  2.  Treyson Antonick, 243 points

Tie Down Roping

  1. (tie) Cole Walker, 23.5 seconds/3
  2. (tie) Booker McCutchen, 23.5 seconds

Barrel Racing

  1. Chloe Gray, 43.59 seconds/3
  2. Taylor Carver, 44.07 seconds

Bull Riding

  1. (tie) Lucas Mooningham, 159 points/2
  2. (tie) Lija Gore, 159 points
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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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