ProRodeo Sports News -- May 24, 2024

COWBOY GRILLE WITH TANNER BARTH

Trent Sorey, 23, is in his first full year of rodeo and making his presence known. As of May 24, the Pendleton, Ore., steer roper sat 15th in the PRCA | RAM World Standings with $15,882 earned in 2024. His biggest payday this season came at the Ron Ross Memorial Steer Roping in Liberty Hill, Texas, in mid-May. Sorey currently leads the pack for the Resistol Rookie of the Year honor in steer roping.

TRENT SOREY

How’d you get your start in rodeo? Trent: It has always been a family deal for us. I’ve roped ever since I was little. I guess, you could say I was grand fathered into it with my grandpa and dad both being cowboys as well. When did you know you could make a career out of rodeo? Trent: I don’t think there was a particular moment where I knew I could make it. I think it was more wanting to do it for me. My dad (Tom) has always said he would support us in anything we do. So, with that backing I decided it was something I wanted to do. Why did you decide steer roping would be your event?

Trent: I have team roped and roped calves since junior high and through the college ranks. Then when they started the event in college, I really started working at it. My great uncle and my dad were both steer ropers. So, I’ve grown up with it and really fell in love with it. It’s a lot of fun and there’s a ton of art to it. Did you do any other rodeo events growing up? Trent: The other events that I did the most were team roping and calf roping. I still do them to this day, but I’m just more focused on the steer roping right now. Why did you decide to get your PRCA card this season? Trent: I’ve filled my Permit every year that I’ve gone, but I was still going to college. I actually graduate here in a couple days. So, I figured as busy as I am with the college schedule that getting to all the rodeos would be a hassle. So, I just waited until I was done with school and 2024 was the year. What have your learned during your Resistol Rookie season? Trent: I’ve learned quite a bit to be honest with you. You learn a lot from guys on the road and even if they aren’t telling you things, just watching them go about their business. I’ve learned how important it is to get times even if you don’t have a great steer. It’s key to stay in the average in steer roping. Who’s someone you look up to in the rodeo business right now? Trent: The No. 1 guy I look up to would have to be my dad. He’s obviously been a huge role model in my life. Here recently, I’ve also spent a lot of time with Bryce Davis. He lets me ride his horses and who I’ll be traveling with this summer. He’s an outstanding guy and been a big help in my rodeo career. What’s one rodeo you want to win before your career is over?

Trent: My hometown rodeo in Pendleton, Ore., is at the top of the list for me. I came really close this last year. I finished second behind my brother (Pake). I’d also like to win Cheyenne (Wyo.) someday as well. What’s your favorite movie? Trent: I’d probably have to go with Tombstone . I hadn’t seen it in a couple years, and I watched it again the other day. I used to watch it all the time when I was little. What’s your go-to restaurant before or after a rodeo? Trent: I don’t have one restaurant that sticks out, but I love Mexican food. Carne asada is definitely what I’m ordering. What’s the first vehicle you drove? Trent: It was a 2003 Ford. My brother drove it in high school and so did I. So, we put some miles on that thing that’s for sure. Do you have a favorite sports team? Trent: Unfortunately, I’m a big Dallas Cowboys fan. What do you enjoy doing when you’re not rodeoing? Trent: I really enjoy golfing and hunting when I can. We have a wheat farm as well and I don’t mind farming when I have some downtime. What’s your favorite holiday? Trent: I’m a pretty big fan of Christmas. I get to spend time with family and see everybody. That’s a pretty enjoyable time of the year. What type of music do you like listening to? Trent: I’m a country music guy. The king, George Strait, is at the top of the list for me.

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