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Barrel Racer Anita Ellis Forced To Turn Out of 2025 NFR, Replacement Announced

Blackfoot, Idaho, barrel racer Anita Ellis suffered multiple small brain bleeds and facial fractures when she and her horse were in a nasty accident at a barrel race on November 15, 2025.

Rocky Mountain Mini Broncs Building Future NFR Rough Stock Riders

Rocky Mountain Mini Broncs was established in 2009 by Donnie and Jackie Hayes. Their two children, Kaitlynn & Keenan worked with their parents to grow the company.

3-Time NFR Bucking Horse 'Gronk' Building Legacy With Unforgettable Story

Sparky Dreesen, owner of J Bar J Pro Rodeo, has been recognized three times with the Remuda Award, an honor from the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association(PRCA) that highlights the most consistent and standout pen of bucking horses at a single rodeo.

A Day to be Grateful: Thanksgiving During Unprecedented Equine Outbreak

There is no question that the past 10 days have been incredibly stressful for horse owners in the western industry. The unknown is terrifying and this time has been filled with questions.

Taylor Munsell's Unique Path to 5-Time NFBR Qualification and Season Earnings Record

Going into this year's National Finals Breakaway Roping (NFBR) the No.1 cowgirl in the world is Oklahoma native Taylor Munsell. This won't be Munsell's first time to the finals by any means (nor her last), but it will be the first time that she goes in as the contestant that everyone else is chasing.

Trevor Brazile Takes Home Substantial Prize for High Money Winner at Gold Buckle

The team roping futurity world has boomed in recent years, and 26-time World Champion Trevor Brazile has consistently dominated on both the heading and

The Life of a Bachelor: Harrell Wins $100,000 at 2025 $uper$takes

One of the most exciting events of barrel racing throughout the entire year is the Barrel Futurities of America (BFA) World Championships. The one-of-a-kind $uper$takes is for three-year-old horses making their debut in competition.

NFR Star Quality Horses Show Up With Top-Ranked Steer Wrestlers

Every year the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) brings an incredibly talented group of steer wrestlers. This year we are focusing on the horses that will be with these big men, and the horses are just as talented as the men who are riding them.

National Finals Breakaway Roping Announces New Dates and Venue for 2025 Qualifiers

The outbreak of EHV-1 has drastically impacted many events for the western sports industry. Starting with the cancellation of the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo qualifier in Uvalde, Texas, then the Barrel Futurities of America World Championship in Guthrie, Okla., many events have been postponed or cancelled.

Maple Leaf Circuit Finals Set To Kick Off in Saskatchewan Capital on Wednesday

With many equine events across the United States shutting down due to the EHV-1/EHM outbreak, rodeo will carry on north of the border during the week and weekend of Thanksgiving.

2025 BFA World Championship Officially Cancelled Following EHV-1/EHM Outbreak

Barrel racers have been awaiting the verdict on the2025 Barrel Futurities of America (BFA) World Championships, held at the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Okla.

2025 ALL IN Barrel Race & Breakaway Cancelled Due to EHV-1/EHM Outbreak

The western industry is still reeling from the discovery of a devastating Equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) outbreak last week. Although EHV-1 is a nasty virus, there is potential for the disease to progress.

More Questions Arise After Chance Englebert’s Remains Found After Six Years

It was the holiday weekend of July 4, 2019, when the 25-year-old Nebraska native Chance Englebert went for a walk, but never returned. While the family suspected the worst after more than six years of wondering what happened to him, it has been confirmed that he is no longer with us.

Cowboy Soul, Nitro Fuel: Scott Palmer Keeps Defying Odds on Racing’s Wildest Stage

Scott Palmer stood in victory lane in Columbus last July, doused in foamy beer, grinning. He was ecstatic to be the fastest, of course. But more than the win, Palmer was thankful and aware of fortune much grander.

Bull Riding Legend Ty Murray To Be Inducted Into RODEOHOUSTON Hall Of Fame

It’s been a long time coming, and finally, nine-time National Finals Rodeo and PRCA World Champion bull rider, Ty Murray, is being inducted into the 2026 RODEOHOUSTON Hall of Fame.

Which Team Roping Heelers are Headed to Their First NFR?

The team roping roster for the 2025 National Finals Rodeo is nothing short of stacked. World champions like Kaleb Driggers, Junior Nogueira and Wesley Thorp will all make a return to the Thomas & Mack this December.  Among the salty top 15 on the heeling side are two first-time NFR qualifiers, Lane Mitchell and Dillon Graham.

Turning the Thomas & Mack Gold To Help Childhood Cancer During NFR

War Bonnet Hats not only makes quality hats for cowboys to wear into their battles in the arena, they are also helping children battle pediatric cancer one cowboy hat at a time.

Deep Dive: States and Events Currently Impacted by EHM Outbreak

Following the realization that an Equine herpesvirus-1 (EHV-1) outbreak had impacted several very large gatherings of horses, the risk of potential spread has been at the forefront of everyone's mind.

Benny Binion's World Famous Bucking Horse & Bull Sale Moves Forward

The western world, and more specifically the equine industry, has been rocked to its core this week after the announcement of a very contagious EHV-1 and EHM outbreak.

Canadian Team Roper is Sole NFR Rookie Among Field of Talented Veteran Headers

The National Finals Rodeo is fast approaching and rodeo athletes across the country are gearing up for their shot at taking home a world champion title.

Two Saddle Bronc Riders Will Nod Heads as NFR Rookies in 2025

This year, there are only two in the field of 15 saddle bronc riders who are National Finals Rodeo Rookies. In the No. 11 position entering the NFR for his first time will be Weston Patterson.

World Series Team Roping Moving Forward Despite Other Cancellations

All eyes are on Las Vegas right now, and it is not because of the Formula 1 race currently taking over the streets. The equine world is on pins and needles right now, waiting for the next announcement, the next cancellation, and the next bit of information on the current outbreak of EHV-1 and EHM.

Fans Shocked and Left With Questions Regarding Disappearance of Cowgirl Channel

Underdogs Were The Name Of The Game At The North American Championship Rodeo

The rodeo arena was alive and well in Louisville, Kentucky as the North American Championship Rodeo blazed into town, bringing some of the Great Lakes Region’s best rodeo athletes with it.