ProRodeo Sports News - Feb. 18, 2022

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RODEOS 18 2022 PRCA world STANDINGS COVER 24 Fort Worth, Texas 32 Rapid City, S.D. RODEOS 6 Editor’s Letter 8 Hot Takes 10 Grille 12 Brain Teasers 14 He Said-She Said 16 Social Media 20 Short Round 42 Results 50 PRCA Notes

John Golom photo Saddle bronc rider Nathan Urie competes on Bar T Rodeo’s General Cup at the Fort Herriman (Utah) PRCA Rodeo in June of 2021. Urie an Inspiring Cowboy Despite being born without a left arm, Nathan Urie never hesitated to pursue his dream of being a PRCA cowboy. Urie, a saddle bronc rider, now competes in the PRCA and is an inspiration for competitors and fans alike. 40

Worth the Wait Driggers/Nogueira win FWSSR for first time

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Reigning team roping heeler world champion Junior Nogueira celebrates after a run at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. Kaleb Driggers and Nogueira won Fort Worth for the first time in their careers. James Phifer photo

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