PRORODEO Sports News - March 27, 2026 Digital Edition

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Ty Murray competed in bareback bronc riding, saddle bronc riding, and bull riding. He won nine world championships in the PRCA; seven in all-around (1989-1994 and 1998) and two in bull riding (1993 and 1998). PRCA file photo

the bull and thanked the Rodeo and those who supported Bodacious throughout his career. The 2026 inductees celebrate the grit, power and spirit that define both the sport of rodeo and the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Rodeo guests can visit the Legends of the Arena display, located near Section 133 in NRG Stadium, where the Hall of Fame exhibit will be featured for the next six months. Murray and Bodacious join fellow Ro deoHouston Hall of Fame members, long time RodeoHouston announcer/ProRodeo Hall of Famer Bob Tallman (Inaugural Class of 2024); stock contractor/ProRo deo Hall of Famer Mike Cervi (2024); ProRodeo Hall of Fame barrel racer Char mayne James (2025), and ProRodeo Hall of Fame barrelman/clown Leon Coffee (2025).

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of Fame. His career gained national attention after he began competing at RodeoHouston in 1992 at the Astrodome. With only eight qualified rides out of 135 outs, Bo dacious quickly earned a reputation as one of rodeo’s most formidable bucking bulls. He was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 1999. Known for his high vertical leaps, powerful forward lunge and unmatched strength, Bodacious was retired in 1995 during Round 10 of the NFR because of safety concerns. Today, his legacy continues through his bloodline, with offspring competing in bull riding events across the country. “The best animals elevate the competition and chal lenge the best riders,” said Chris Boleman, president and CEO of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. “Animal athletes reflect the heart of RODEOHOUS TON, and Bodacious is a great example of that.” Sammy Andrews, Bodacious’ owner and fellow Pro Rodeo Hall of Famer, accepted the award on behalf of

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