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CONTENTS

JANUARY 10, 2025 VOLUME 73, NO. 1

Bareback rider Lucas Samaniego prepares for his first-round ride at the RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo in Red Bluff, Dec. 29. Crystal Amen photo

Cali Cash

The RAM California Circuit Fi nals Rodeo in Red Bluff offered up $208,716 in payouts to cowboys and cowgirls at the end of December. 38

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INSIDE

8 Manager’s Message 10 Hot Takes 12 Cowboy Grille 16 Social Media 20 World Standings 22 Short Round 46 Results

RODEOS 38 Red Bluff, Calif. RAM California Circuit Finals 40 Fallon, Nev. Xtreme Bulls 42 Billings, Mont.

PRCA ProRdeo file photo Eight-time PRCA World Champion Stetson Wright, shown at the 2023 National Finals Rodeo back number ceremony, is set to return to the arena in 2025 after he was sidelined the entire 2024 season with a hamstring injury. PRORODEO’s Best on the Mend The return of PRORODEO superstars Stetson Wright and Tim O’Connell is on the horizon as they battle their way back from injuries, while contestants like Creek Young and Josh Frost are on the mend after suffering late-season setbacks. 44

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ProRodeo Sports News PRCA CEO Tom Glause MANAGER OF COMMUNICATIONS AND MEDIA

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MANAGER’S MESSAGE TRACY RENCK Changes for the ProRodeo Sports News P ardon the interruption, to all our subscribers and readers of the ProRodeo Sports News , this is a big announcement. Beginning with the February issue the ProRodeo Sports News will have a new look, a makeover if you will. The print magazine, which has been the Cowboys’ Choice since 1952, will be trimmed in size with less game coverage of rodeos and more in-depth features. We want to peel back the curtain so our readers can truly get to know who contestants, stock contractors and specialty act performers are. I get to work with the best. I manage a staff, roundups or briefs. There will be no rodeo results in the print ProRodeo Sports News , but do not fret. If you want results the most updated results will be on prorodeo.com. In addition to the 12 ProRodeo Sports News magazines, there will continue to be digital PSNs on prorodeo.com – 24 digital PSN’s are scheduled for 2025. The digital PSNs have unlimited space and will continue to include rodeo game coverage as well as all the rodeo results. Frankly, the new-look print PSN is part of the movement into the modern journalism world. Back in January of 2018, in order to continue to

Tracy Renck is the Manager of Communications and Media. He previously served three years as the editor of the ProRodeo Sports News , and before that he spent seven years as a media coordinator at the

which includes great writers and outstanding freelance contributors who do some of the most noteworthy work in the world of rodeo. With this switch in the presentation of the print PSN , the hope is to open a larger window into the lives of the cowboy athletes our readers love. We plan on doing deeper dives into minds of our contestants – we don’t want you just to read about them – we want you to learn what makes them excel. The print stories will be accompanied by photos to illustrate our mission. We want the ProRodeo Sports News to continue to be the gold standard in rodeo journalism. In the new-look print PSN – beginning in February – we will have one in-depth cover story with sidebars as needed. Also, the plan is in each issue to have a second feature story on a different subject. Staples like the Cowboy Grille, and Puzzle will stay the same, but the rodeo coverage will be reduced to

bring fans and competitors the best coverage in rodeo, the ProRodeo Sports News went digital to keep readers updated 24/7 on the latest rodeo news. And since the inception of the digital PSN, it has been free to readers at prorodeo.com in a flip-book format for your mobile phone, tablet and computer every two weeks to keep you updated on the latest rodeos, events and stories. And because the digital version is online, it can be updated continually to keep you apprised of any rodeo changes. Now, the readers of the ProRodeo Sports News will get the best of both worlds – a streamlined, new-look print PSN 12 times a year with compelling features – to go along with 24 digital issues annually that will continue to provide traditional coverage. The combination of the print and digital ProRodeo Sports News will allow the PRCA to continue to deliver the best rodeo coverage in the industry.

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Hiatus

“I’ve got big plans for 2025. The goal is to make every ride count. If I can earn $2,000 every time I nod my head, I’ll have a real shot at the NFR, but it’s not just about getting there – it’s about finishing strong, and a top-10 finish would mean the world to me.” NEXT ON TAP NATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW AND RODEO Where: Denver, Colo. When: Dec. 16-26 Broadcast Schedule: The National Western Stock Show and Rodeo will broadcast live on The Cowboy Channel and stream live on the PRCA on The Cowboy Channel Plus App, Dec. 16-26. RODEO RAPID CITY XTREME BULLS Where: Rapid City, S.D. When: Jan. 31 Broadcast Schedule: The Rodeo Rapid City Xtreme Bulls will broadcast live on The Cowboy Channel and stream live on the PRCA on The Cowboy Channel Plus App, Jan. 31. FORT WORTH STOCK SHOW & RODEO Where: Fort Worth, Texas When: Jan. 24 – Feb. 8 Broadcast Schedule: The Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo will broadcast live on The Cowboy Channel and stream live on the PRCA on The Cowboy Channel Plus App, Jan. 24 – Feb. 8. For complete broadcast schedule visit https://bitly.ws/3hK9m

26-year-old Reed Neely ended 2024 on a high note, but the cowboy from Sanger, Calif., is already looking toward an even brighter 2025. After overcoming a 16-month injury hiatus, Neely captured the average

title at the RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo on New Year’s Eve.

HOT TAKES Alaina Stangle photo Bareback rider Tanner Aus captured a key early season win at the New Year’s Eve Buck & Ball in Gillette, Wyo., with an 89-point ride on Korkow Rodeos’ Tator Tot.

Fresh start Veteran bareback rider Tanner Aus faced the heartbreak of finishing 16th in the world standings at the conclusion of the 2024 PRORODEO regular season. Instead of letting the disappointment linger, he jumped right back into the mix this year. Aus had already won over $14,000 in 2025, highlighted by winning with the New Year’s Eve Buck & Ball in Gillette, Wyo. The victory added $4,860 to his name in the PRCA | Bill Fick Ford World Standings.

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NUMBER OF PRCA-SANCTIONED RODEOS IN THE 2025 SEASON AS OF JAN. 9

$4,992,989

MONEY WON BY PRCA COWBOYS IN THE 2025 SEASON

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COWBOY GRILLE WITH TANNER BARTH

How’d you get your start in rodeo? Kolt: My dad actually got me started when I was six. He rodeoed his whole life too and so did my grandpa. My grandpa actually started the first youth rodeo association in Wisconsin. I was on my first steer at six and it kind of took off from there. When did you know you could make a career out of rodeo? Kolt: I didn’t even qualify for the high school finals. That gave me a chance to go to a bull riding and I was the only one to stay on and won $4,200 in one night. At 17 years old that was pretty big for me. Then my junior year of college I started becoming consistent and knew at that point this is what I wanted to do. Why did you decide bull riding would be your event? Kolt: I did just about every event you could growing up until I was a sophomore in high school. Then I finally decided it was time to focus on one event. Bull riding was always that one I was drawn to and put the most time and effort into. So, that was the one I decided I would stick with. Did you do any other rodeo events growing up? Kolt: I rode bareback ponies until I was probably 14 and then I gave that up. I also tie-down roped, team roped, steer wrestled and did the ribbon roping in junior high rodeo. The only one I didn’t try was saddle bronc riding. Why did you decide to get your PRCA card this season? Kolt: In 2023, I had to have hip surgery, so I was out all year. I had my permit the year before in 2022 and then had that surgery. I knew I wanted to have a good permit year last year and establish myself. That way I could get my card this fall and be able to go rodeo. What do you hope to learn during your Resistol Rookie season? Kolt: I’m excited to learn how to travel and enter rodeos efficiently. Then also having the chance to get out on the road and see some new country. I’m also excited to learn the ins and outs of what it takes to make it to the Wrangler NFR. Who’s someone you look up to in the rodeo business right now? Kolt: Somebody I look up to a lot is Cory Check. He’s actually is the record holder at the National Circuit Finals in bull riding (with a 95-point ride). He lives about 20 minutes up the road from me. He’s been a crucial part of my career since I was about 10 years old. What’s one rodeo you want to win before your career is over? Kolt: I definitely want to win Pendleton (Ore.) someday. I think it would be super cool to win that rodeo. What’s your favorite TV series? Kolt Achenbach, 24, hasn’t had the typical start to his PRORODEO career. He first jumped on the professional circuit in 2022, but an injury put that dream on hold before it got started. The Prairie Du Chien, Wis., bull rider has the train back on the tracks in 2025. Achenbach put together a strong start to the new season at the RAM Great Lakes Circuit Finals Rodeo in Louisville, Ky., Nov. 14-16. He captured the average title and pocketed $7,693 in the process to sit 11th in the PRCA | Bill Fick Ford World Standings as of Jan. 8.

KOLT ACHENBACH

Kolt: Right now, it would have to be Landman for sure. What’s your go-to restaurant before or after a rodeo? Kolt: I like Waffle House quite a bit. I like the chocolate chip waffles and some bacon. Then I drown them both in syrup. What’s the first vehicle you drove? Kolt: The first vehicle I drove was a 2006 Saturn Ion. Do you have a favorite candy? Kolt: My favorite candy would have to be a Reese’s Take 5. What do you enjoy doing when you’re not rodeoing? Kolt: I really like to go deer hunting and fishing. I also do a lot of snowboarding in the wintertime. What’s your favorite holiday?

Kolt: I would say the Fourth of July because that’s when Cowboy Christmas is and all the best rodeos. Then obviously the Fourth of July celebration that comes with it too. What type of music do you like listening to? Kolt: I listen to a lot of rap and country. Zach Top is my favorite country artist and Young Dolph is probably my top rap artist.

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WORD SEARCH TRY YOUR LUCK

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Find the winners from the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo in Denver and the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo in 2024. Cowboys or cowgirls who won more than one event at both rodeos appear once for each win. Names may be forward, backward, horizontal, vertical, or diagonal. Fresh Start 1. Find the winners from Denver, Colo.: BB: Garrett Shadbolt SW: Tyler Pearson TR: Dustin Egusquiza/Levi Lord

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SB: Brody Cress TD: Tanner Green GB: Hailey Kinsel/Halyn Lide BR: T Parker

2. Find the winners from Fort Worth, Texas: BB: Rocker Steiner SW: Tanner Brunner/Dalton Massey TR: Clay Smith/Coleby Payne SB: Damian Brennan TD: Shad Mayfield GB: Sara Winkelman BR: Cody Teel

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SOCIAL MEDIA SPOTLIGHT

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SOCIAL MEDIA SPOTLIGHT

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Unofficial as of Jan. 9, 2025. For the 2025 season (Oct. 1, 2024-Sept. 30, 2025), official rodeo limits are as follows: all-around, 70; bareback riding, 100; steer wrestling, 80; team roping, 80; saddle bronc riding, 100; tie-down roping, 80; barrel racing, 100; breakaway roping,100; and bull riding, 125. Bull riders can count Xtreme Bulls events toward the PRCA World Standings, but not toward the all-around standings. 2025 PRCA BILL FICK FORD WORLD STANDINGS

ALL-AROUND 1. Paden Bray, Stephenville, Texas ........................ $9,601 BAREBACK RIDING 1. Bradlee Miller, Huntsville, Texas ..................... $18,697 2. Nick Pelke, Mondovi, Wis. ................................. 17,152 3. Taylor Broussard, Estherwood, La. .................... 15,185 4. Waylon Bourgeois, Church Point, La. ................ 15,041 5. Tanner Aus, Granite Falls, Minn. ........................ 14,413 6. Mason Clements, Spanish Fork, Utah ................ 12,420 7. Garrett Shadbolt, Merriman, Neb. ...................... 12,239 8. Tyler Ferguson, Deer Trail, Colo. ........................ 11,080 9. R.C. Landingham, Hat Creek, Calif. .................... 10,728 10. Dean Thompson, Altamont, Utah .................... 10,470 11. Anthony Thomas, Houston, Texas ................... 10,451 12. Kade Sonnier, Carencro, La. ............................ 10,078 13. Clay Jorgenson, Watford City, N.D. ................... 9,767 14. Andy J. Gingerich, Aberdeen, S.D. ..................... 9,662 15. Keenan Reed Hayes, Hayden, Colo. ................... 9,618 16. Bryce Eck, Redfield, Kan. .................................. 9,258 17. Mason Stuller, Veneta, Ore. .............................. 8,983 18. Jacob Lees, Caldwell, Idaho .............................. 8,887 19. Sam Petersen, Helena, Mont. ............................ 8,825 20. Jacek Frost, Browns Valley, Calif. ...................... 8,551 STEER WRESTLING 1. Levi Rudd, Chelsea, Okla. ............................... $17,535 2. Cody Devers, Perryton, Texas ............................ 12,962 3. Kyle Irwin, Westville, Fla. .................................. 12,078 4. Justin Shaffer, Hallsville, Texas ......................... 11,657 5. Tucker Allen, Ventura, Calif. ................................ 9,285 6. Tyler Waguespack, Gonzales, La. ....................... 8,900 7. Kodie Jang, Townsville, Australia ....................... 8,416 8. Rowdy Parrott, Mamou, La. ................................ 8,365 9. Heath Thomas, Hemphill, Texas .......................... 7,663 10. Tristan Martin, Sulphur, La. .............................. 7,623 11. Landon Sivertsen, Ree Heights, S.D. ................. 7,418 12. L. Beardsworth, Red Deer County, Alberta ........ 7,158 13. Landris White, Angleton, Texas ........................ 7,036 14. Clayton Hass, Weatherford, Texas .................... 7,014 15. Stetson Jorgensen, Blackfoot, Idaho ................ 6,699 16. J.D. Struxness, Milan, Minn. ............................ 6,671 17. Kamry Dymmek, Kissimmee, Fla. ..................... 6,443 18. Cimarron Thompson, Hobbs, N.M. ................... 6,410 19. Brandon Harrison, Cheek, Texas ........................ 6,399 20. Matt Reeves, Cross Plains, Texas ...................... 6,371 TEAM ROPING (HEADER) 1. Brenten Hall, Jay, Okla. ................................... $12,617 2. Tyler Wade, Terrell, Texas ................................. 12,080 3. Colby Lovell, Midway, Texas ............................. 11,975 4. Koby Sanchez, Ethel, La. ................................... 11,233 5. Dustin Egusquiza, Marianna, Fla. ....................... 10,352 6. Kavis Drake, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan ............ 9,721 7. Jace Bland, Turkey, Texas ................................... 9,441 8. Keven Daniel, Franklin, Tenn. ............................. 9,383 9. Clay Ullery, Valleyview, Alberta ........................... 9,080 10. Quinton Parchman, Cumberland City, Tenn. ..... 8,747 11. Garrett Rogers, Baker City, Ore. ........................ 8,683 12. Logan Allen, Mount Ayr, Iowa ............................ 8,060 13. Bradley Massey, Perry, Fla. ............................... 7,817 14. Austin Crist, Fountain, Colo. ............................. 7,575 15. Teagan Bentley, Casper, Wyo. ............................ 7,575 16. Braxton Culpepper, Sylvester, Ga. ...................... 7,365 17. Bryor Minton, Witter Springs, Calif. .................. 7,291 18. Tanner Tomlinson, Mineral Wells, Texas ........... 6,910 19. Marcus Theriot, Lumberton, Miss. .................... 6,865 20. Braden Pirrung, Hartford, S.D. ......................... 6,704

TEAM ROPING (HEELER) 1. Kaden Michael Profili, Jacksonville, Texas ...... $17,279 2. Ty Arnold, Midway, Texas .................................. 12,755 3. Wesley Thorp, Throckmorton, Texas ................. 12,080 4. Trace Porter, Leesville, La. ................................. 11,233 5. Levi Lord, Sturgis, S.D. ..................................... 10,352 6. Denim Ross, Botha, Alberta ................................ 9,721 7. Tyson Thompson, Munday, Texas ........................ 9,441 8. Tyce McLeod, Waldeck, Saskatchewan ............... 9,080 9. Dustin Davis, Terrell, Texas ................................. 8,913 10. Bo Patzke, Lostine, Ore. .................................... 8,683 11. Casey McCleskey, Guthrie, Texas ....................... 8,068 12. Trent Vaught, Mena, Ark. .................................. 8,060 13. Zack Mabry, Piedmont, Ala. .............................. 7,817 14. J.W. Borrego, Phoenix, Ariz. .............................. 7,575 15. Bryton Scheller, Ault, Colo. ................................ 7,575 16. Brad Culpepper, Sylvester, Ga. ......................... 7,365 17. Spencer Mitchell, Orange Cove, Calif. ............... 7,291 18. Adam Plyler, Pageland, S.C. ............................. 7,127 19. Garrett Smith, Mount. Juliet, Tenn. ................... 6,961 20. Dylan Hart, Flandreau, S.D. .............................. 6,704 SADDLE BRONC RIDING 1. Kade Bruno, Challis, Idaho .............................. $36,507 2. Dawson Hay, Wildwood, Alberta ....................... 35,814 3. Ryder Wright, Beaver, Utah ............................... 27,578 4. Sage Newman, Melstone, Mont. ....................... 21,045 5. Statler Wright, Beaver, Utah .............................. 20,732 6. Isaac Diaz, Desdemona, Texas .......................... 18,723 7. Ryder Sanford, Sulphur, La. ............................. 16,431 8. Lucas Macza, High River, Alberta ...................... 15,488 9. Shorty Garrett, Eagle Butte, S.D. ...................... 14,823 10. Brody Cress, Hillsdale, Wyo. ........................... 14,154 11. Lefty Holman, Visalia, Calif. ............................ 13,194 12. Ira Dickinson, Rock Springs, Wyo. .................. 12,932 13. Chase Brooks, Deer Lodge, Mont. ................... 12,346 14. Bailey Small, McArthur Calif. ........................... 11,274 15. Logan Cook, Alto, Texas .................................. 10,881 16. Joe Harper, Paradise Valley, Nev. ..................... 9,881 17. Damian Brennan, Injune, Australia .................... 9,024 18. Quintin McWhorter, Petrolia, Calif. .................... 8,275 19. Jake Finlay, Goondiwindi, Australia ................... 8,215 20. Zachary Dallas, Las Cruces, N.M. ...................... 7,887 TIE-DOWN ROPING 1. John Douch, Huntsville, Texas ........................ $20,885 2. Riley Istre, Vinton, La. ...................................... 17,063 3. Pecos Tatum, La Plata, N.M. ............................. 16,735 4. Riley Mason Webb, Denton, Texas .................... 16,237 5. Ryan Jarrett, Comanche, Okla. .......................... 15,429 6. Blane Cox, Stephenville, Texas .......................... 14,625 7. Jerry Adamson, Cody, Neb. ............................... 12,499 8. Polo Bacque II, Scott, La. ................................. 12,443 9. Garrett Elmore, Springer, Okla. .......................... 11,333 10. Tom Crouse, Gallatin, Mo. .............................. 10,993 11. Ty Harris, San Angelo, Texas ........................... 10,854 12. Brushton Minton, Witter Springs, Calif. ........... 10,656 13. Shad Mayfield, Clovis, N.M. ............................ 10,437 14. Cory Solomon, Prairie View, Texas ................. 10,373 15. Roy Lee, Marshall, Mo. ................................... 10,258 16. Riley Pruitt, Gering, Neb. .................................. 9,705 17. Cole Clemons, Okeechobee, Fla. ....................... 9,471 18. Tanner Green, Cotulla, Texas ............................. 9,015 19. Hagen Houck, Henrietta, Texas .......................... 8,644 20. Joel Braden Harris, San Angelo, Texas .............. 8,411 STEER ROPING 1. Cole Patterson, Pawnee, Okla. ......................... $27,942 2. Scott Snedecor, Fredericksburg, Texas .............. 22,046 3. Ryan Rochlitz, Pine Bluffs, Wyo. ....................... 15,831 4. Tanner Stec, Bassett, Neb. ................................. 14,885 5. Thomas Smith, Barnsdall, Okla. ......................... 13,858 6. Billy Good, Wynnewood, Okla. .......................... 12,303 7. Vin Fisher Jr., Andrews, Texas ........................... 12,272 8. Jess Tierney, Hermosa, S.D. .............................. 11,671 9. Ora Taton, Rapid City, S.D. ................................ 11,037 10. Reo Lohse, Kaycee, Wyo. ................................. 9,216 11. Slade Wood, New Ulm, Texas ............................ 9,117 12. Blake Deckard, Eufaula, Okla. ............................ 8,857 13. John Clark, Pecos, Texas .................................. 7,456

14. Clay Long, Stephenville, Texas .......................... 7,441 15. Trenton Johnson, Blue Mound, Kan. ................. 7,428 16. Cody Lee, Gatesville, Texas ................................ 7,094 17. Brodie Poppino, Big Cabin, Okla. ....................... 6,954 18. Brian Garr, Grandview, Texas ............................ 6,642 19. Will McBride, Ogallala, Neb. .............................. 6,600 20. Seth Schafer, Comanche, Texas ........................ 6,342 BULL RIDING 1. Scott James Wells, Synder, Texas .................... $22,585 2. Rawley Johnson, Swan Valley, Idaho ................. 20,363 3. Jake Lockwood, Volborg, Mont. ........................ 18,567 4. Tristan Mize, Bryan, Texas ................................. 15,463 5. Ethan Paul Skogquist, Elk River, Minn. .............. 15,093 6. Wade Tuni, Rock Point, Ariz. ............................. 14,936 7. Wacey Schalla, Arapaho, Okla. .......................... 14,742 8. Lija Gore, Moore Haven, Fla. ............................. 14,142 9. Trey Benton III, Richards, Texas ........................ 14,020 10. Mason Moody, Letcher, S.D. ............................ 12,685 11. Cody McElroy, Loretto, Ky. .............................. 12,147 12. Clayton Sellars, Fruitland Park, Fla. ................. 12,126 13. Jace Trosclair, Chauvin, La. ............................. 11,758 14. Jesse Petri, Dublin, Texas ................................ 11,270 15. Kolt Achenbach, Prairie Du Chien, Wis. ........... 11,258 16. Colby Demo, Red Bluff, Calif. .......................... 10,711 17. Coy Pollmeier, Fort Scott, Kan. .......................... 9,849 18. Mason Spain, Forney, Texas .............................. 9,382 19. Jesse Hopper, Mangum, Okla. ........................... 9,228 20. Brandon Ballard, New Hope, Ky. ....................... 9,017 BARREL RACING 1. Acey Pinkston, Stephenville, Texas ................. $13,466 2. Gracen Harman, Hempstead, Texas .................. 12,349 3. Emma Kate Parr, Greensboro, Ala. .................... 10,261 4. Sophie Palmore, Weatherford, Texas ................ 10,229 5. Stephanie Fryar, Waco, Texas ........................... 10,112 6. Fallon Taylor, Collinsville, Texas .......................... 9,276 7. Krystal Dillman, Navasota, Texas ........................ 9,147 8. Helen Nowosad, Stephenville, Texas .................. 7,170 9. Katelyn Scott, Odessa, Texas .............................. 6,955 10. Cassidy Deen, Wills Point, Texas ...................... 5,938 11. Andrea Busby, Millsap, Texas ............................ 5,826 12. Kelly Yates, Pueblo, Colo. ................................. 5,577 13. Julie Plourde, Krum, Texas ............................... 5,085 14. Tayla Moeykens, Three Forks, Mont. ................. 5,043 15. Makenzie Mayes, Scroggins, Texas ................... 4,967 16. Brittany Pozzi Tonozzi, Lampasas, Texas ........... 4,946 17. Alyssa Urbanek-Wade, Stephenville, Texas ........ 4,865 18. Jentri Haivala, Newton, Texas ........................... 4,432 19. Katie Jo Halbert, Port Lavaca, Texas ................. 4,191 20. Loni Kay Yates, Stephenville, Texas ................... 4,063 BREAKAWAY ROPING 1. Tiffany Schieck, Floresville, Texas ..................... $8,811 2. Kayla Graham, Cameron, Texas ........................... 7,334 3. Beau Peterson, Council Grove, Kan. ....................7,291 4. Aspen Miller, Sante Fe, Texas .............................. 5,292 5. Sawyer Gilbert, Buffalo, S.D. .............................. 4,537 6. Maelee Wade, White, Ga. .................................... 4,513 7. Payton Scalzo, Stephenville, Texas ..................... 4,058 8. Whitney Profili, Normangee, Texas ..................... 3,774 9. Cadee Williams, Big Timber, Mont. ...................... 3,669 10. Shayla Hall, Stephenville, Texas. ....................... 3,638 10. McKenna Brennan, Springtown, Texas ............ 3,638 12. Josey Murphy, Keachi, La. ................................. 3,568 13. Rylie Smith, Whitsett, Texas .............................. 3,477 14. Joey Williams, Volborg, Mont. ......................... 3,111 15. Hannah Phillips, Brookshire, Texas .................... 2,949 16. Montana Brown, Centerville, Texas ................... 2,875 17. Kinlie Brennise, Craig, Colo. .............................. 2,751 18. Karrigan Cagley, Kentwood, La. ........................ 2,615 19. Kaydin Finan, Wickenburg, Ariz. ....................... 2,591 19. Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, Pueblo, Colo. ................ 2,591

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ProRodeo Hall of Fame pickup man Kenny Clabaugh was 78 Legend Passes

P ickup man Kenny Clabaugh, who was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colo., in July of 2023, passed away Dec. 31, in Arvada, Wyo. He was 78. Clabaugh, a native of Arvada, was always known for helping others, whether that was inside the arena or out of it. By nature, Clabaugh wasn’t about the spotlight at all, hence his nickname “The Invisible Man.” He didn’t seek attention nor boast about his accomplishments throughout the years. That was just who he was. However, after being selected as a pickup man for the National Finals Rodeo seven times, he didn’t go unnoticed by the ProRodeo Hall of Fame selection committee. Clabaugh got the call of a lifetime from the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and was inducted. “Oh my gosh, this means everything,” Clabaugh said to the ProRodeo Sports News moments after he was selected for induction. “I’m still in a state of shock. I never thought I would ever be close (to being in the ProRodeo Hall of Fame).” Clabaugh was selected to work the NFR in 1983, 1986-88, 1990-91, and 1994. He had the opportunity to pick up a handful of guys who are already in the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. The honor makes him only the second pickup man to ever be inducted. Clabaugh started as a pickup man at Casper (Wyo.) College. He was interested in rodeo, but he said he was never good enough to compete. The school’s rodeo team needed pickup men and Liddon Cowden, a team roping header who competed at the National Finals Rodeo in 1990, 1993 and 1996, passed away Jan. 1. He was 54. Wes Goodrich, who roped with Cowden over the years shared his thoughts about Cowden. “Liddon and I have been lifelong friends, just like our dads,” Goodrich said. “Big Lid was one of the greatest. He watched H.P. Evetts’ (1974 PRCA Team Roping World Champion) reach and learned to simulate it. Liddon had a natural head swing, and when (ProRodeo Hall of Famer) Speed Williams came along some people said they had similar styles. “Liddon would rather ride a horse than drive. He lived life his way, but he was the kind of guy who’d give you the shirt off his back and would spend his last dime on a buddy. Liddon lived life his way. We had a blast.” Born to the son of late fellow NFR header Sonny Cowden and

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Clabaugh volunteered. That blossomed into a career which saw him become one of the best pick up men in the history of PRORODEO. Clabaugh also spent 20 years working with the National High School Finals Rodeo. The Wyoming cowboy worked many rodeos throughout his ProRodeo career, which came to an end in 2001. He was a pickup man at the Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo in Rapid City, S.D., with partner Steve Sutton for nearly 30 years.

Three-time NFR team roper Liddon Cowden passes away

his wife, Donna, on Oct. 27, 1970, in Merced, Calif., Liddon had two brothers, Scott and Ace, and a sister, Mindy. Liddon also is survived by four sons, Mason, Chase, Colt and Lane. When Colt became a dad the other day, Liddon also became a grandpa for the first time. Liddon made a quick impression in the PRCA, winning the 1990 Resistol Team Roping Rookie of the Year Award. He was invited to compete at the NFR that year to rope with Walt Rodman. The duo placed in two rounds, winning Round 2 with a 5.4-second run. In 1993, Cowden qualified for the NFR with his cousin Cody Cowen, and they placed in three rounds – highlighted by splitting second in Round 7 with a 5.6-second run and placing second in the average with a 106.6-second time on 10 head. Liddon qualified for the NFR in 1996 and partnered with heeler Brent Lockett. They placed in five rounds, winning Round 3 with a 4.8-second run. Cowden finished a career-best seventh in the world standings with $57,602.

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Retirement won’t keep Bennett away from rodeo

BY THE NUMBERS 3.6M The total amount of money ($3,669,642) earned by the 2024 PRCA World Champions during the season, including at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge. All-Around champion Shad Mayfield ($335,474); Bareback rider Dean Thompson ($412,121); steer wrestler J.D. Struxness ($309,220); team roping header Tyler Wade ($361,480); team heeler Wesley Thorp ($361,480); saddle bronc rider Ryder Wright ($479,957); tie-down roper Riley Webb ($475,214); barrel racer Kassie Mowry ($457,809); and bull rider Josh Frost ($476,887). 13 The number of PRCA World Championships won by Cody Wright and his sons Stetson Wright and Ryder Wright. Cody Wright won two world titles in 2008 and in 2010. Stetson Wright owns eight gold buckles with five in all-around (2019-23), two in bull riding in 2020 and 2022 and one saddle bronc title in 2021. Ryder Wright won his third PRCA Saddle Bronc World Championship in December, adding to his titles in 2017 and 2020.

Caleb Bennett always told himself that if his body couldn’t handle the strain of competition or if he didn’t crave the sport anymore, he’d go ahead and retire from PRORODEO. The 36-year-old bareback rider and 10-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier’s love for rodeo never waned, but a shoulder injury last summer led him to hang up his spurs and start the next chapter of his life.

going to finish the year and move on. So, now I’m looking forward to spending more time with her.” The Bennetts are expecting their first child, a girl, in May. He also started working with his father in-law’s car dealerships in Salmon, Mont., and Hamilton, Mont. “We’re looking forward to that,” Bennett said. “This is actually Day 1 of the new chapter in my life.”

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While Bennett won’t be hopping on a bareback horse this season, he plans to continue his involvement in rodeo and inspire the next generation of competitors. Bennett serves on the PRORODEO Contestant Executive Council as the bareback riding representative and plans to serve the two remaining years of his term. He also hosts rodeo camps and mentors young riders with Doug Champion and the Optimal Performance Academy. “Bringing up that next generation is what fuels our sport,” Bennett said. “Showing these younger guys that might not know anybody or have any guidance is one of the biggest things I’ve always tried to do to help out. I sure wish I would have known a few different things when I started because it would’ve made rodeo a lot easier.”

“Last summer, I separated another shoulder, and I spent more time in the gym and took more supplements than the regular rodeo athlete. And that was the turning point for me,” Bennett said. “I said, ‘Okay, I’m going to finish the year out, and then this has to be enough for me.” Bennett earned nearly $2 million in his career and made 10 trips to compete under the bright lights of Las Vegas, including eight straight NFR appearances from 2012-19 and consecutive trips from 2021-22. “Eventually, my wife (Savannah Bennett) and I are going to have kids, and I want to be able to play with my kids and go hunt and camp and fish and not be all crippled up and not getting around,” Bennett said. “That’s when I made the decision that I was

Rostockyj, Gander join PRCA Board The PRCA is proud to announce that Cody Rostockyj and Steve Gander have joined the PRCA Board of Directors. Rostockyj will be on the Board as a contestant director replacing Chet Johnson. Gander rejoins the Board as a committee director replacing Cory Wall. PRCA CEO Tom Glause also announced rodeoed collegiately at Northeastern Junior College in Sterling, Colo. He then received his bachelor’s and two master’s degrees from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, Colo., and a specialist degree from the University of Nebraska. “I was a school teacher and a school

on Jan. 7 that Ron Howard joined PRORODEO as the organization’s new Supervisor of Pro Officials. Howard boasts nearly four decades of experience as a rodeo judge, educator and coach. Howard is from Juniata, Neb., and

administrator, and I rodeoed and rode bulls,” Howard said. “Then I started judging, and I’ve judged off and on for a long time.” Howard served for 20 years as a school teacher and 20 years as a school superintendent. Howard started in the new role on Jan. 2.

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Having a Ball Saddle bronc rider Leon Fountain tied for the win at the New Year’s Eve Buck & Ball in Gillette, Wyo., after this 89-point ride on Summit Pro Rodeo’s Cat Walk. – Alaina Stangle photo

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TIME CAPSULE JACK BUSCHBOM

PRCA ProRodeo file photo Bareback rider Jack Buschbom competes on Sleeper at the Chey enne (Wyo.) Frontier Days in 1959. Buschbom, a three-time world champion, was inducted into the in augural ProRodeo Hall of Fame class in Colorado Springs, Colo., in 1979.

‘Bushy’ won gold buckles in three decades BY PRCA STAFF Consistent Champ

championship in three different decades. Known as “Bushy,” the 150-pounder was an amazingly consistent bareback rider – while also remaining healthy – and from 1948 through 1961, he never finished lower than fourth in the bareback riding world standings. His lay-back, wild spurring style was copied by most contestants. Buschbom, who was married with three children, stopped competing in 1962 and opened a motel and hunting lodge in Mobridge, S.D. He returned to competition in 1964 and won the average title at the NFR in Los Angeles; he’d also won the average crown at the NFR in 1959 and ’61. He was always a leader in the sport and served as Rodeo Cowboys Association president in 1960. Buschbom was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colo., as part of the 1979 inaugural class. He died in Pierre, S.D., in 2011.

J ack Buschbom was the first home-grown Midwesterner to make it big in PRORODEO and became a three-time world champion bareback rider despite being hurt twice as a boy, when he was kicked in the face by a horse and when a runaway horse crashed in a ravine on his family’s ranch. Buschbom, the son of a stock contractor and former rodeo contestant, was born in State Center, Iowa, but grew up just east of the Mississippi River in Cassville, Wis. He started riding bulls at age 17, despite his mother’s objections, but switched to bareback horses two years later and turned pro in 1946. By 1948, he was reserve world champion, and he claimed the gold buckle in ’49. He added two more gold buckles in 1959 and ’60 to become the first – and only – bareback rider to win a world

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Click! PRCA photographers put forward their best photos from the rodeo road during the 2024 season. The following were selected as the top images.

Saddle bronc rider Reno McGill launches off the front of Empire Rodeo’s Icabod during Old Santa Ynez Days in June. Andrea Kaus photo

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Saddle bronc rider Cole Elshere spurs Championship Pro Rodeo’s Blurred Vision in January at the Cinch World’s Toughest Rodeo in Winston-Salem, N.C. Roseanna Sales photo

Bareback rider Bodee Lammer hangs on to Brookman Rodeo’s Lonesome Smile at Cheyenne (Wyo.) Frontier Days in July. John Pyle photo

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Bareback rider Clayton Biglow grits his teeth during a 86-point trip on Pickett Pro Rodeo’s Knot So Foxy in April during the Clovis (Calilf.) Rodeo. Stu Hagen photo

Bareback rider Rocker Steiner earned a 78.5-point ride on Beutler & Son Rodeo’s Shattered Dream on June 30, during the Greeley (Colo.) Stampede. Tanya Hamner photo

Tie-down roper Cody Craig throws a loop on Sept. 1, during the Lake County (Ore.) Round-Up. Brett Schneider photo

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Team roping header Bodie Mattson and heeler Trae Smith complete a 6.1-second run in April during the Lakeside (Calif.) Rodeo. Andrea Kaus photo

Bareback rider Taylor Broussard competes at sunset atop Dakota Rodeo’s Keke Ball for an 87.5-point ride in August to win the Range Days Rodeo in Rapid City, S.D. Clay Guardipee photo

Zeke Thurston celebrates in style after winning the average at the Hardgrass Bronc Match on July 27, in Pollockville, Alberta, Canada. Billie-Jean Duff photo

Bareback rider Mason Stuller celebrates an 86.5-point ride on Pete Carr Pro Rodeo’s Secrets Out in the eight-man second round on April 27, at the Resistol Rookie Roundup in Fort Worth, Texas. Kay Miller photo

Specialty act Thomas Garcilazo performs at sunset during the Santa Maria (Calif.) Elks Rodeo.

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Hayden Webb battles through the mud during the steer wrestling in April during the Oakdale (Calif.) Saddle Club Rodeo. Ryan Jae photo

Bullfighter Shane Jennings draws the attention of Bridwell Pro Rodeo’s Speck on April 20, during the Red Bluff (Calif.) Round-Up. Ryan Jae photo

Bareback rider Trevor Kay matches Duane Kesler’s Apple Cider on June 7, during the Drummond (Mont.) PRCA Rodeo.

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Minton adds another circuit finals title Cash Grab BY KENSIE DARST-TODD Special to ProRodeo Sports News F or Brushton Minton, the RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo isn’t just another competition; it’s a proving ground. The 26-year-old cowboy from Witter Springs, Calif., defied the odds this year to claim his fourth consecutive average title, turning his past season’s setbacks into steppingstones and working to solidify his place among rodeo’s elite. TOP MONEY EARNER Ray Mayo ($9,916, bull riding) BAREBACK RIDING TOP SCORES Mayo RAM CALIFORNIA CIRCUIT FINALS

1. R.C. Landingham ...... 246.5 pts. on 3 2. Jacek Frost ................................. 242 3. Wyatt Denny ............................ 236.5 STEER WRESTLING 1. Levi Rudd .................. 13.0 sec. on 3 2. Tucker Allen ............................... 13.7 3. Grant Peterson ........................... 18.7 TEAM ROPING 1. Minton/Mitchell .......... 18.6 sec. on 3 2. M. Battaglia/T. Hampton ............ 19.5 3. D.J. Parker/K. Lockett ................ 23.9 SADDLE BRONC RIDING 1. Reed Neely .................. 239 pts. on 3 2. Lefty Holman ........................... 237.5 3. Jasper Frost ................................ 236 TIE-DOWN ROPING 1. Brushton Minton ........ 28.0 sec. on 3 2. Caden Farquer ........................... 33.4 3. Kolby Bravos ............................. 38.1 BARREL RACING 1. Hayle Gibson ........... 40.39 sec. on 3 2. Emily Harryman ....................... 40.88 3. Kathy Petska ............................ 40.94 BULL RIDING 1. Ray Mayo .................... 244 pts. on 3 2. Cody Russell ....................... 156 on 2 3. Kyle Eaton .................................. 82.5

Minton’s road to victory was a showcase of resilience and this year added to his legacy in the arena. He opened with an 8.3-second run in the first round, earning $2,333. A 10.8-second run followed in the second round, and he rounded out the third with an 8.9-second run, placing second with a payout of $1,750. These performances culminated in another average win making it his fourth consecutive average win since his first in 2022 with an average time of 28.0 seconds on three head. “This is the fourth time in a row that I have won the average there,” Minton said. “I feel so comfortable in that arena. When riding my good horse, I just go out there and make my run. I hope it all works out.” Comfort, however, didn’t come without effort. Minton’s 2024 season was defined by adversity and endurance. A mid-year injury to his horse disrupted his momentum, forcing him to adapt. He finished the season 18th in the PRCA | RAM World Standings, just shy of making his second qualification to the National Finals Rodeo. His year was on the mend when his horse finally returned after three months, and Minton had limited time to prepare for the Circuit Finals. He borrowed a saddle, bridle, and other equipment without his usual gear to make it happen. “It was a tough year,” Minton admitted. “My horse and I had a decent winter, but he got hurt right before the summer run started. It was a struggle not having him.” Despite the challenges, Minton’s determination shone through. He credits his success to a tireless work ethic and the lessons learned from overcoming obstacles. “You’ve got to work harder and get better,” Minton said. “I’ve been focusing on improving and getting better horses underneath me.” The season has just started for Minton after competing at the Cinch Roping Fiesta and the RAM Circuit Finals Rodeo. His ambitions for the year ahead reach beyond making it in the Top 15 come the end of the season. Behind Minton’s achievements is an enduring support system. His father has been instrumental in guiding his career, helping him navigate the challenges of competing. His girlfriend, Morgan Sparks, has also played a vital role, providing unwavering encouragement as Minton balances ambition with the realities of the sport. “Out here in California, it’s tough to compete with the top guys in Texas,” Minton said. “But with the help of my dad and Morgan, I’ve been able to stay focused and keep pushing forward.”

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Tie-down roper Brushton Minton, a 2023 qualifier for the National Finals Rodeo, won the RAM California Circuit Finals Rodeo with a 28.0-second time on three head.

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XTREME BULLS FALLON, NEV.

Wells picks up big payday from a single ride Money Man

BY ALEX RILEY Special to ProRodeo Sports News A good start. An uncertain finish. A significant outcome. For bull rider Scott Wells, the final hours of the 2024 calendar year were a bit of a mixed bag that resulted in a big lift for his 2025 PRCA season. Wells only covered one ride at the Roughy Top Gun Invitational presented by the City of Fallon (Nev.) on New Year’s Eve, but it proved to be enough as he won the opening round and held off the field to claim the average title. Wells’ first-round score, an 83.5-point effort against Legacy Pro Rodeo’s Don Juan, was good enough to best Wade Tuni (81) and Scottie Knapp (80) for an early jump. During the final round, eight competitors, including Wells, climbed into the chutes, but no one was able to post a score. Wells suffered a groin pull in the first go that left him uncomfortable but as he watched the action unfold, he came to realize his opening performance might be enough to walk away with the title. “I was kind of going in thinking somebody would stay on another one. But it worked in my favor,” Wells said with a laugh. His first ride was a moment the Snyder, Texas, cowboy had been waiting on for quite some time. Back in June 2024 at the Strawberry Days Rodeo in Pleasant Grove, Utah, Wells drew Don Juan. That first meeting resulted in a buck off. The second time around, Wells wouldn’t be denied. “I just had to stop thinking and ride the bull,” Wells said. “Seeing him again, I was pretty happy about it.” The outcome gives the second year pro a lot of momentum heading into the new year. Wells amassed an impressive rookie season in 2024, securing more than $61,500 in prize money to take fifth in the Resistol Rookie of the Year Bull Rider standings and 40th in the PRCA | RAM World Standings. Since the start of the 2025 PRCA season, he has continued to find success, picking up a pair of round wins at the RAM Texas Circuit Finals Rodeo and a win at the Three Hills Rodeo FFA Edition back in October. The Top Gun Invitational victory put another $10,951 in his ledger, placing him squarely in the top 10 of the early world standings. While there’s still a long journey between now and the 2025 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge, Wells already has his focus set on Las Vegas next December. So far, he’s certainly on the right path. “Last year wasn’t too bad, it just didn’t quite end up how I wanted it to. But 2025 should be good, I’ll hopefully go to the NFR and things like that,” Wells said. “I’m focused, I’ve got some good goals and ready to hit the road.”

(Unofficial as of Jan. 9) 1. Jeter Lawrence, Council Hill, Okla........ .......$29,057 2. Dustin Donovan Boquet, Bourg, La........ .......25,829 3. T.J. Gray, Dairy, Ore.............................. .............................21,674 4. Cooper James, Erda, Utah..................... .....................17,256 5. Trey Benton III, Richards, Texas............ ............13,645 6. Jace Trosclair, Chauvin, La.................... ...................12,533 7. Fulton Rutland, Westville, Okla.............. .............12,207 8. Maverick Potter, Waxahachie, Texas....... .......10,781 9. Scott James Wells, Synder, Texas.......... ..........10,290 10. Jesse Petri, Dublin, Texas..................... ..................... 8,617 11. Luke Mackey, Ignacio, Colo.................. ................. 8,314 12. Wade Tuni, Rock Point, Ariz................. . ............... 7,707 13. Roscoe Jarboe, New Plymouth, Idaho...7,520 14. Jordan Wacey Spears, Redding, Calif....7,279 15. Trevor Reiste, Linden, Iowa.................. .................. 7,050 PRCA XTREME BULLS 2025 TOUR STANDINGS

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TOP MONEY EARNER Scott Wells ($10,011, bull riding) BULL RIDING 1. Scott Wells ......................... 83.5 pts. 2. Wade Tuni ..................................... 81 3. Scottie Knapp ............................... 80

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Scott Wells prepares to compete at the Division 1 Xtreme Bulls event in Fallon, Nev. Wells finished a career-best 40th in the world standings in 2023, earning $61,510.

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Scott Wells had an 83.5-point ride on Legacy Pro Rodeo’s Don Juan to win the Roughy Top Gun Invitational presented by the City of Fallon (Nev.) on Dec. 31. The Queensland, Australia, cowboy earned $10,951.

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