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Kincade Henry described the phone call on Friday afternoon as “a good surprise,” one he certainly wasn’t expecting but was happy to get. While waiting for the tie-down short round at the San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo, Henry saw a Colorado Springs number pop up.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 23

Crown Royal and Kane Brown On The High Road Tour: Exclusive Interview with Kane

When you think of Nashville, country music and a shot of whiskey are likely in the forefront of that mental image. Crown Royal and Kane Brown have paired up for a second year, this time for the North American portion of Brown's The High Road Tour.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 23

The Fusion of Festival and Rodeo: Inaugural Desert Rodeo in California

At Rodeo On SI, we are big fans of all things rodeo (obviously, right?!) and we love seeing new events joining the sport. Over the past couple of years, a team in southern California has worked incredibly hard to bring a new rodeo to life.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 23

Sage Allen Dominates San Angelo Bareback Riding for Significant Payday

Sage Allen found a lot of success back in February at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo. More importantly, he gained momentum, something he is trying

Georgia, Dartmouth Capture Historic NCEA Championships

Meghan Boenig couldn’t quite articulate exactly what the invisible force was driving her team. But the veteran Georgia equestrian coach was certainly happy to see it. After a regular season filled with ups and downs, the Bulldogs arrived in Ocala, Fla., with a refreshed mentality.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 22

From Rodeo Arenas to Young Prospects One Woman Finds Her New Calling

CJ Vondette has had a passion for running barrels since she was a nine year old girl. Whether she was going to barrel races or junior high/high school/college rodeos, barrel racing was her main focus.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 21

The Golden Boy of Barrel Racing Breaks All-Time Highest Earning Stallion Record

Social media's favorite barrel racing stallion continues his winning ways and absolute domination, taking to professional rodeo like a seasoned veteran.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 21

Who's at the Top of the Women's Rodeo World Championship Leaderboards

With $803,000 up for grabs, the Women's Rodeo World Championship will be held May 11-17, 2025. The competition May 12-14 will be held at the Cowtown Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas, and the Championship Round will be at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on May 17.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 21

World Champions Rodeo Alliance Leaderboards for Rodeo Corpus Christi

An organization developed to offer more opportunities to rodeo athletes who do not compete full-time, the World Champions Rodeo Alliance (WCRA) has awarded over $19.7 million to competitors since 2018.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 21

KG Just Money and Grimes Sprint to the Top of VGBRA Barrel Daze Futurity

The Valley Girls Barrel Racing Association produced the Sharp Sports Medicine Barrel Daze, April 10-13, 2025, at the Grant County Fairgrounds in Moses Lake, Washington.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 20

Weekly Professional Rodeo Recap: Big Wins and Coast-to-Coast Action

It was a big weekend in professional rodeo and this recap will cover the Oakdale Saddle Club Rodeo in Oakdale, Calif., the Gold Country Pro Rodeo in Auburn,

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 20

Wheeler Swaggers Her Way to the Top at Diamond Classic Derby

The Diamond Classic Main Event had a total of $1,288,500 in added money and prizes for 2025. The massive event included a 2D Derby for nominated horses, with $300,000 added.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 20

After The American Rodeo Has Kaycee Feild Really Retired?

Kaycee Feild has become a household name through years of accomplishments in rodeo. While some were surprised by his return from retirement, others weren’t – because they know how hard it is to walk away from something you truly love.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 19

Western Fashion Takes Center Stage as Cowgirl Barbie Dresses to Impress at Events

Haley Kiehne has been known as the Cowgirl Barbie in the western and rodeo industry for a long time and she full on embraces it. She’s a cowgirl half of the time and a bleacher babe the other half. Women who “dress up” to a certain extent are usually written off as not being knowledgeable and/or talented in the industry.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 19

Futurity Horses Earn Big at Diamond Classic Main Event in Abilene

The Diamond Classic Main Event had a total of $1,288,500 in added money and prizes for 2025. The massive event included a 2D Futurity for nominated horses, with $300,000 added.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 19

No One Fights Alone: Marne Loosenort Benefit Barrel Race and Silent Auction

If there is one thing we know for certain about our rodeo family, it is that we will always rally for one of our own. When a member of our tight-knit community faces challenges, their peers make sure they do not have to do it alone.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 18

RODEOHOUSTON Win Brings Derrick Begay to $2 Million Career Landmark

Over the past two decades, Derrick Begay has become a fan favorite in rodeo, known for his skills as a header in the team roping. Currently No. 1 in the World Standings with $91,956 earned this season, not only is Begay handy in the rodeo arena, he is a true cowboy outside of it.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 18

2025 PRORODEO Hall of Fame Inductees Have Been Named

Being inducted into the PRORODEO Hall of Fame isn’t something one seeks to accomplish when one begins their professional rodeo career. But through their

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 18

The Hidden Struggles Retired Goat Tiers Face With Post Career Unexpected Injuries

The goat tying has become an event where there is now tons of added money and big events where girls can compete and showcase their athleticism. However it seems that the faces and studs (as well as their injuries) of the event are forgotten about as they graduate and move on from goat tying.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 18

San Angelo Steer Wrestlers Incredible Performances Smashing Arena Records With Ease

During the performance in San Angelo, Texas on April 16 fans watched an incredible 2.9-second run by steer wrestler Jesse Brown. Brown tied the arena record set by both Roy Duvall (1986) and Bryan Fields (2001).

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 18

Second Chance Opportunity in Logandale Turns Into Big Payday For Cole Franks

Cole Franks came to the Clark County Fair & Rodeo in Logandale, Nev., for one reason – to ride a horse named OLS Tubs Stevie Nicks. The Macza Pro Rodeo animal is certainly one Franks is familiar with, having matched up with the horse for an 85-point ride at the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 17

Weaver and Prindle Bank Big in the Barrel Racing at Butter Cup Futurity

With nearly $50,000 added, the Buttercup Futurity in Gifford, Illinois, was a fantastic event held at Gordyville USA, April 4-6, 2025. With the $15,000 added futurity the focus of the event, the race was sanctioned with several organizations, including BBR, WPRA, and more.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 17

Jesse Brown Lights up San Angelo Tying Incredible Arena Record in Steer Wrestling

Jesse Brown has been on a roll in the winter rodeos, and he is closing out the Texas swing with a bang. Brown went 2.9 seconds in the coliseum last night where he tied the rodeos record with Roy Duvall the Oklahoma steer wrestling legend.

Rodeo News / Rodeo on SI / April 17

A Villian on Screen, A Gentleman Off: PBR Is Not Neal McDonough’s First Rodeo

Neal McDonough, the London-trained actor who has played a collection of Hollywood’s most loathsome villains that millions love to hate, is quickly becoming the unofficial cowboy gentleman of PBR.