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The 2025 regular rodeo season is racing towards the finish line in just a few short weeks. PRORODEO cowboys have been fighting tooth and nail for their spot at the National Finals Rodeo, and this time of year is crucial for those at the bottom of the top 15.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 17

Competitors on the Bubble Earn Key Wins at Pendleton Round-Up

Throughout the professional rodeo season, there are a handful of rodeos that are unlike any other. One of those unique events is the Pendleton Round-Up.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 16

Dustin Boquet Focused On Strong Finish Following Recent Win

Dustin Boquet had never personally faced off with Hi Lo ProRodeo bull Little Hat prior to his appearance at the New Mexico State Fair and Rodeo in Albuquerque on Friday. But the stats listed on the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association’s website told him all he needed to know.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 16

Wilderness Circuit Sees New Barrel Racing Season Earnings Record Broken

Since 2009 Sue Smith has sat at the top of the Wilderness Circuit in the barrel racing (rodeos primarily in Utah and Idaho). Back in '09 she stole the regular season earnings record with $41,730.27 which stood until '23 when the Idaho native broke her own record earning over $53,4000 in one year (before circuit finals).

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 16

After Strong Pendleton Round-up Performance This Cowgirl is One To Watch

Britni Carlson made history at the Pendleton Round-up, making the short round in barrel racing and in breakaway roping. The cowgirl came close to taking home the all-around win but finished third in breakaway and 10th in the barrels.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 15

Young Stallion Sets Ruby Buckle Derby on Fire Winning More Than $50,000

Sydney Graham had the week that barrel racers dream of, especially at an event like the Ruby Buckle. Graham took her six-year-old stallion, Dupont First (barn name Trump), to the latest Buckle race in Georgia and came out on top not just in the derby, but the open as well.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 14

Exclusive Interview With Permit Bull Rider Nearing $150,000 in Season Earnings

The fact that a permit holder in the PRCA cannot make the National Finals Rodeo seems unreal, especially for a certain Gillette, Wyo. cowboy. Hayden Welsh is approaching the $150,000 mark in earnings this year.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 14

Youth Competitor Dominates Multiple Divisions at Breeders Challenge

One of the most popular barrel racing stallion incentives is the Breeders Challenge. Throughout the year, competitors can qualify at races across the country for the final event.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 13

Resistol Rookies Battle for Trip to NFR in Final Days of Season

The 2025 rodeo season is almost over, and the Resistol Rookie bull riders are looking for good draws and substantial paydays as they fight to hold their spot in the top fifteen and head to Las Vegas come December.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 13

Youth Barrel Racing Phenom Tops Fizz Bomb Classic and Breaks Arena Record

In an outstanding week of competition at the Fizz Bomb Classic in Gillette, Wyo., we saw new arena records, huge wins, and countless incredible runs. With the first new arena record of the week, Kathy Grimes and KG Just Money (PC Frenchmans Hayday x KG JusticeWeExpected x Judge Cash) took the Round 1 win for $3,701.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 12

Wacey Schalla Looking To Take Advantage of Unfortunate Injury to Stetson Wright

This year is one of the toughest all-around races that the PRCA has seen in a very, very long time. Stetson Wright hasn't had much competition in the gold buckle race for the all-around when he has been healthy, until this year.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 12

World Standings Update Post CINCH Playoffs: WPRA Events Analysis

With the CINCH Playoffs wrapping up in Puyallup, Wash., we expected to see big changes in the World Standings. For the ladies of the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA), it is crunch time as they battle for a position inside the top 15 in the World Standings.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 12

Billy and Pam Minick Named 2025 Legend of ProRodeo Award Recipients

Two of the most dedicated individuals behind the sport of rodeo, Billy and Pam Minick are set to be honored at the ProRodeo Hall of Fame's annual Wrangler Gold Buckle Gala.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 11

Puyallup Shifts Rough Stock World Standings, Who's Left With Chance At NFR

The end of the 2025 rodeo season is racing towards a finish, with only a few rodeos left and Puyallup just finishing, athletes around the country are fighting to the finish line at the National Finals Rodeo.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 11

WPRA Barrel Racer Announces Semi-Retirement of 2024 Horse With the Most Heart

From his early days on the racetrack, where owner and trainer Leslie Smalygo purchased him in Utah, JustAHeartBeatToFame (Justaheartofawarrior x Yawl A Fame Maker x Dash Ta Fame) found his calling in barrel racing.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 11

Who Made World Standings Moves After Puyallup in the Men’s Timed Events?

Puyallup, Washington, is home to one of the biggest rodeos September has to offer and one that professionals make it a priority to get to. It is extremely limited and based on a points system.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 10

NFR Race Tightens: Bubble Athletes Battle for Final Spots

A smaller rodeo this weekend took place in Fort Madison, Iowa. While most were shooting big over in Puyallup, Washington, some athletes were able to take home some significant earnings at the Tri-State Rodeo.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 10

Monk and Seis Martinis Claim Second Ruby Buckle Futurity Championship

The Ruby Buckle East moved to Perry, Georgia, in 2025 and the competiton in the futurity and derby was electric. The runs continue as the open racers take over for the weekend, but the aged events saw fast times and huge payouts.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 8

Barrel Racer Fallon Taylor Injured in the Arena at the Tri-State Rodeo

Well-known barrel racer, World Champion Fallon Taylor, was running in the Tri-State Rodeo in Fort Madison, Iowa, over the weekend when fans watched her and her horse fall in the arena.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 8

Injury Update On World Champion Stetson Wright After Puyallup Incident

It was clear from the moment Stetson Wright hit the ground in Puyallup, Wash., on SaturdaySeptember 6, he knew something was very wrong. Paired up with Calgary Stampede's Cloudy Skies in the saddle bronc riding, Wright had come down before the buzzer and took a hard hit as the horse moved away from him.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 8

Showdown in Puyallup: Who Won and Who Moves On to the CINCH Governor's Cup?

The CINCH Playoffs in Puyallup, Wash., were the focal point of professional rodeo over the weekend. With huge payouts on the line, as well as positions for the $1 million Governor's Cup in Sioux Falls, competitors battled for a top four spot on the average in two rounds.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 8

Adios Pantalones and Tricia Aldridge Make History Once Again With Latest Winnings

Tricia Aldridge and her beautiful stallion Adios Pantalones continue to raise the bar for the barrel racing industry. The five-year-old has now surpassed the $700,000 mark in earnings in his career as they are on the quest for this year's National Finals Rodeo.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 7

Why Puyallup Rodeo Is Crucial for Athletes Seeking an NFR Qualification

With one of the most important rodeos in the season currently happening, we wanted to dive into what makes the Puyallup Rodeo so special. While Puyallup, Wash., has been a significant stop on the professional rodeo road for several years, the importance of this event has increased exponentially in the past few seasons.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / September 7

Legendary Mustang Act Bobby Kerr Dies After Brave Fight With Esophageal Cancer

The rodeo world is in somber remembrance today of a life well-lived and a cowboy who dedicated his life to the sport. Bobby Kerr may have been best known for his antics inside the arena, but his impact went far beyond the entertainment of his performances.