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Who Topped the Board at the Texas Circuit Finals in Round 2?

The action has been hot in Waco, Texas, at the Texas Circuit Finals. Many of the best in the business are competing this week, with some fresh off a National Finals Rodeo (NFR) qualification.

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Reigning World Champion Claims Pink Buckle Derby and New Average Record

The 2025 Pink Buckle at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Okla., kicked off with the $725,000 Derby. Huge checks will be awarded October 5-12, with a guaranteed minimum payout of $4.2 million.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 9

4-Time NFR Qualifier Returns to Championship Form After Essential Hip Surgery

After years of enduring issues, Leighton Berry underwent hip surgery in June 2025. Less than four months later, he came back swinging, earning a check at each of his first three rodeos, including back-to-back wins.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 9

Kinlie Brennise Made Cowgirl Dreams Reality With First NFBR Qualification

From the time that Kinlie Brennise first picked up a rope back in middle school she knew she wanted to compete. The breakaway roping was an event that

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 9

First World Title Within Reach for Rodeo's 'Kid in Red' Rocker Steiner

At just 21, Rocker Steiner has proven himself a force to be reckoned with in the rodeo arena. With three National Finals Rodeo qualifications already under

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 8

NFR Qualifiers Put on Strong Performance in Round 1 of Texas Circuit Finals

In Waco, Texas, professional rodeo athletes are battling it out for circuit finals championships. Round No. 1 of the Texas Circuit Finals kicked off on Tuesday, October 7.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 8

Scott Guenthner Leads Charge of Men’s Timed Events at Canadian Finals Rodeo

The Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) just finished up and the year end champions were crowned. One native to the maple leaf country dominated across the board in any event, but especially the men's timed events- Scott Guenthner.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 8

4-Time NFR Qualifier Rocker Steiner Debuts in Edgy Cowboy Channel Docu-Series

Rocker Steiner. Say the name, and rodeo fans know who you are talking about. In just a few years on the scene, Steiner has lived up to his family's name of being champions and setting trends.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 8

Cody Johnson Stuns Fans With Devastating News Just As CoJo Roping Gets Underway

One of the brightest country stars in the game is not going to be able to finish out his concerts for the rest of the year. Cody Johnson devastated fans with his announcement just as his CoJo Roping was getting underway.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 7

Shane Hanchey's Jet Waiting in Wings Saved One Cowboy's 2025 NFR Bid

Shane Hanchey is nearing the $3 million mark in his career in professional rodeo. He has become near picture-perfect in consistency when in the arena, and he is no stranger to competing at the Thomas and Mack arena.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 7

Kassie Mowry Continues To Raise the Bar With New Pink Buckle Average Record

The Pink Buckle incentive races have become one of the most lucrative and toughest barrel races that the industry has to offer. The payout is life-changing, and there are plenty of opportunities to win a check.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 7

Unexpected Help Sealed Gavin Soileau's Last-Second NFR Qualification

The CINCH Playoffs Governor’s Cup in Sioux Falls, S.D., is typically pro rodeo athletes’ final chance to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo, with nearly $1.2 million in prize money up for grabs.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 6

NFR Saddle Bronc Riders Who's In and Who's Out?

Another race that came down to the final day of the regular season, the saddle bronc riding was very tight for cowboys "on the bubble." Just over $1,700 separated the No.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 5

Q Taylor Rides Hot Streak Right to the Wire to Qualify for First NFR

With the National Finals Rodeo looming, rodeo athletes on the bubble had to fight and scratch to break into the top 15. After narrowly missing the NFR in 2023, Q Taylor is set to make his first appearance at the Thomas and Mack this December.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 5

Which Bareback Rider Unofficially Ended Up $100 Outside of the PRCA Top 15?

Possibly the tightest race in professional rodeo this year was the bareback riding. It came down to the final event on the very last day of the regular season.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 5

Canadian Champions Take Center Stage After 5 Rounds of Incredible Action

The final round of CFR51 wrapped up the action in Edmonton, as we saw winners crowned in Roger's Place. Keep an eye on Rodeo On SI for more in-depth interviews and articles with the event champions.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 4

Schalla and Wright Lead Gold Buckle Race in Unofficial Top 15 Bull Riding Qualifiers

The National Finals Rodeo is a short two months away and the regular season has finally come to a close. Many miles have been driven, flown, walked, and crawled for this year's qualifiers in every event and especially the bull riding.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 4

Three Rounds Down Canadian Finals Rodeo Action Elevates Champions

Hosted in Edmonton, AB, at the Rogers Place, the 2025 Canadian Rodeo Finals (CFR) marks its 51st year. The top contenders in the Canadian standings showed

Rodeo News / Rodeo News / October 3

American Hats: Rowdy Parrott

Steer wrestler Rowdy Parrott is no stranger to the ups and downs of professional rodeo. But after a strong showing at last year’s Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, the Louisiana cowboy… The post American Hats: Rowdy Parrott first appeared on Rodeo Life.

Rodeo News / Rodeo News / October 3

Team Cavender’s: Tana Trosper

When Tana Trosper talks about her rodeo life, it’s easy to hear the energy and gratitude in her voice. The 18-year-old barrel racer from Texas said she has spent nearly… The post Team Cavender’s: Tana Trosper first appeared on Rodeo Life.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 3

An Unofficial Look into Who's Heading to the NFBR In Breakaway Roping

The unofficial list for the National Finals Rodeo Breakaway ropers has been made. With the 2025 regular season coming to a close, athletes who pushed until the end to make the top 15 will soon find out if their efforts were worth it.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 3

Canadian Finals Rodeo Heats Up as Round 2 Winners Emerge

While the professional rodeo season in the U.S. just ended on September 30, north of the border, it is the biggest week in rodeo. The 51st Canadian Finals Rodeo (CFR) is underway and Thursday saw Round 2 of the competition.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 3

Who's Unofficially Headed to the 2025 NFR in the Steer Wrestling?

Although we will have to wait for the standings to be audited by PRCA, the season has ended and unofficially, these are the cowboys headed to Las Vegas.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / October 3

NFR Qualifying Barrel Horse Produces Winners in Two Events at Governor's Cup

During the 2024 National Finals Rodeo (NFR), we saw a few special horses leave an incredible impact in that tiny yellow arena. The challenging setup and long rodeo are challenging for even the best, but each year, there are horses that simply own the Thomas and Mack.