Rodeo News

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.

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.

AQHA World Show Crowns 2025 Barrel Racing Champions in Oklahoma City

Taking over the OKC Fair Park for nearly a month, the 2025 Markel AQHA and Adequan Select World Championship Shows were held in Oklahoma City, Okla. Running from October 30 - November 19, the AQHA World Show has more than just "horse show" classes.

Two Tie-Down Ropers Set to Make NFR Debut After Incredible Seasons

The National Finals Rodeo is the final goal for rodeo athletes across the country. All season long, they battle it out in each rodeo arena to discover the top 15 athletes in each event.

WPRA National Finals Breakaway Roping and PRCA Permit Challenge Cancelled Amid EHV-1

In a shocking announcement on Friday, November 21, the Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) shared the following on their website and social media:

Here’s What An Arizona Equine Vet Says About The EHV-1 Outbreak

The rodeo community is shrouded in uncertainty as an ongoing outbreak of EHV-1 continues to spread through horses across the country. As athletes remain

One Organization Tackling Overall Health Hosting No Alcohol November Challenge

Reride Recovery might be a name that members of the western industry have seen, but just aren't quite sure what the brand is about, but if one word should come to mind it is community.

New EHV-1 Travel Restrictions May Have Serious Consequences for NFR Barrel Racers

It is becoming clearer and clearer with each passing day that this year's National Finals Rodeo may not look like the one fans were expecting, specifically with the barrel racers and, more specifically, with their horses.

2025 NFR Qualifying Barrel Racer Recovering from Serious Horse Accident

Barrel racers and the western industry were heartbroken to see news regarding 2025 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) qualifying barrel racer, Anita Ellis. On Saturday, November 15, Ellis had a serious accident.

Kimes Ranch Makes Major Announcement Regarding Million Dollar Breakaway

It has been a day of sitting on pins and needles and waiting for the next thing to happen. Throughout the last 24 hours, it has been a flurry of cancellations, vet statements, contestants' sad stories, and organizations trying to figure out what to do.