Idaho Cowboys Shine in Bareback Riding and Bull Riding at National Western Stock Show Rodeo

Denver, Colorado witnessed a display of Idaho cowboy dominance in bareback riding and bull riding at the National Western Stock Show Rodeo. Bull rider Brady Portenier’s determination paid off with an 87-point ride on Bailey Pro Rodeo’s Varsity Blues, securing the first spot in the Semi-Finals. Meanwhile, bareback rider Jacob Lees, also hailing from Caldwell, Idaho, showcased his skills with an impressive 88-point ride on Bailey Pro Rodeo’s Time to Buck. As Andrea Busby of Busby Quarter Horses sets the pace in barrel racing, the excitement builds for the upcoming Semi-Finals. Follow the #NationalWesternStockShowRodeo for more thrilling rodeo moments.

National Western Stock Show Rodeo: Highlights, Results, and Semifinal Qualifiers

Denver, Colorado witnessed the culmination of intense rodeo action at the National Western Stock Show. As five out of eight brackets concluded, the spotlight is on seasoned steer wrestler Will Lummus and bareback rider Garrett Shadbolt. Follow their remarkable performances and check out the Semifinal qualifiers gearing up for a life-changing $1 million bonus. Dive into the world of team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding. This is the #NationalWesternStockShowRodeo you won’t want to miss!

On the Edge: No. 15 Athletes Ready to Shine at Wrangler NFR

With the 2023 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) just around the corner, the top 15 athletes are being put on a very prominent stage for the rest of the world to see. These qualifications never come easy; and for the contestants in the number 15 spot in the world standings, they had to rodeo hard and strategically through the very end of the regular season, or be far enough ahead towards the end to be safe.

Where Rodeo Meets the Road visits with Central Texas Rodeo Hall of Fame nominee and owner of Happy Animals LLC, Laura Schumann

Join us for an inspiring episode of “Where Rodeo Meets the Road” as we chat with Laura Schumann, a lifelong rodeo enthusiast. Laura’s journey from barrel racing, learning from her mother Sallie Dishman Kelley, to her recent nomination to the Central Texas Hall of Fame for 2023 is nothing short of remarkable. She’s not only a rodeo legend but also the founder of Happy Animals, a company quickly gaining recognition. If you’re unfamiliar with Happy Animals, it’s time to explore their offerings.

Keenan Stampede: Keenan Hayes continues to dominate pro rodeo bareback riding.

Keenan Hayes, a dominant force in bareback riding, is making waves in professional rodeo. Hailing from Hayden, Colorado, Hayes has earned over $225,000 in the 2023 season, leading both the world standings and the Resistol Rookie of the Year race by significant margins. From his early days riding mini steers to his impressive achievements today, discover the journey of this rising star in bareback riding.”