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Team Roper star Junior Nogueira revealed earlier this month that he was forced to miss a month of rodeo action due to sustaining a fracture in his right leg during a practice run back on May 12.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 10

Big Spring Rodeo Changes 2026 Dates To Get Ahead Of The Pack

The Big Spring Cowboy Reunion & Rodeo has changed their dates for 2026. Taking place this year on June 19-21st, the 91-year-old rodeo in West Texas finds itself competing with larger and better paying rodeos all taking place at the same time.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 9

PRCA Standings: The Latest ProRodeo Standings Through June 9

Another week of rodeo action is in the books, and it was a much quieter one than the previous week. However, it did not stop Stetson Wright from having a good weekend and another jump in the Bull Riding standings.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 5

New Roping Team Kicks Off Partnership With PRCA World Record Tying Run

Dustin Egusquiza and JC Flake recently debuted their partnership this past weekend, and it couldn't have gone better. The pair tied the PRCA tie-down world record and scooped up $2,011 a man in the process.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 4

Investigation Continues Into Roy Cooper's House Fire And Death

Local authorities have continued their investigation into the house fire that caused 'Super Looper' Roy Cooper's death. In an update provided to The Messenger, Wise County Fire Marshall Jeff Doughty confirmed that the investigation into both the fire and Cooper's death remain active.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 4

4-Time NFR Bareback Rider Leighton Berry Out For The Season

Bareback rider Leighton Berry will miss the rest of the 2025 season due to injury. Berry confirmed the news in an interview with PRORODEO Sports News, saying he was suffering from a right hip injury and was scheduled to get surgery on it today (June 4) in Nashville, Tennessee.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 3

Rodeo Star Spencer Wright's Wife Pens Emotional Tribute To Son Levi One Year After Tragedy

Rodeo Star Spencer Wright and his wife, Kallie, suffered a devastating loss in June of 2024, something no parent should have to face. The couple lost their three year old son, Levi, after a toy tractor accident injured the boy at their family home in Utah in May 2024.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 3

PRCA ProRodeo Schedule For June 2 Through June 8

This week's PRCA ProRodeo schedule from June 2 through June 8. The latest standings can be found here. Date: June 3 Events: Saddle Bronc Riding Date: June

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 2

PRCA Standings: The Latest ProRodeo Standings Through June 2

There were several major rodeo events since Memorial Day and the results shook up some of the standings. And the Music City Rodeo, Old Fort Days Rodeo, and Mt Pleasant Rodeo offered some significant prize money to the victors.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 2

June Professional Bull Riding (PBR) Event Schedule

Get ready PBR fans because June is here and there's no shortage of events to catch this month. Below is a full list, including dates and locations. Don't miss out.

Three-Time PRCA Saddle Bronc Riding Champion Bill Smith Passes Away At 83

Three-time PRCA Saddle Bronc Riding Champion and Hall of Fame cowboy Bill Smith has passed away, aged 83. Smith, who was born in 1941 and was originally from Red Lodge, Montana, relocated with his family to Cody, Wyoming during high school.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / June 1

PRCA Results: Nashville Treated To Top-Tier Performances At Music City Rodeo

The PRCA rode into Nashville for the first time in what was a weekend to remember. Not only did fans see some of country music's most iconic stars, but they also saw an emotional victory for one of the young rodeo greats.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / May 31

Louisiana Bull Rider Reveals Emotional Recovery After Horror Neck Injury From Rodeo Incident

Louisiana native Zach Naegele has been through some of the darkest times over the past three months. He experienced how dangerous bull riding can be, nearly losing his life.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / May 29

Rodeo World Mourns Loss Of 5-Time NFR Bucking Horse And Legendary Sire

Chad Burch, co-owner of Burch Rodeo, has shared with ProRodeo News that Lunatic Fringe has passed away at 23. The announced was made on Monday, May 26th.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / May 28

Shia LaBeouf Wrangles Crime And Chaos In Upcoming Film 'God of the Rodeo'

Shia LaBeouf is the first name announced for the upcoming crime thriller film God of the Rodeo. The experienced actor will appear in the book adaptation, with the film written and directed by Father Stu filmmaker Rosalind Ross.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / May 28

Emotional George Strait Pays Tribute To Roy Cooper In Cowtown Coliseum Memorial Speech

George Strait took to the stage at Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth to honor his friend, 'The Greatest of All Time' Super Looper Roy Cooper. The "Fool Hearted Memory" singer and legendary country musician gave a heartfelt and sometimes emotional speech to the crowd in attendance, telling stories and reminiscing about his close friend.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / May 27

Country Music Star Tim McGraw Excited About Music City Rodeo Heading To Nashville

Country music star Tim McGraw is tapping into his entrepreneurial side, combining two of his great loves: music and rodeo. The Louisiana native is bringing Music City Rodeo to Nashville and along with it the first PRCA event in the city.