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While it may only be February, the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) standings race is in full swing! With major rodeos like the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo (FWSSR) already in the books, all eyes are on the WPRA breakaway roping and barrel racing world standings races. Major rodeos like the San Antonio Stock...

Calling all athletes nominating for the 2024 Women’s Rodeo World Championship (WRWC)! The  WRWC has partnered with Nextgen Rodeo App to offer a special “WRWC Package”. The package includes a range of exciting opportunities including discounted nominations and a chance to participate in the Open/Challenger sidepot. These packages are only available at select events where...

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Calling all Breakaway Ropers and Barrel Racers! Have you dreamed of competing among the best of the best in Calgary? If so, this exciting announcement may be for you! The Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA), recently announced a new and exciting opportunity to compete for an exclusive spot at ‘The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth’–...

With over 1 million dollars paid out over the two-week-long event, the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo (FWSSR) was one for the history books. They say “it’s legendary” and for a good reason, since 1897, the FWSSR has been shaping athlete’s seasons and changing their careers. The 2024 FWSSR wrapped up this past weekend,...

The nomination deadline for the 2024 Womens Rodeo World Championship (WRWC) is quickly approaching. As the nomination deadline of April 14, 2024 approaches, athletes are looking to claim their spot in one of the most exciting and prosperous opportunities for women in rodeo. With $750,000 in guaranteed payout, this historic event is one athletes won’t...

The 25,000-dollar Reliance Ranches Virtual Rodeo Qualifier (VRQ) Points Champion bonus has the opportunity to change the trajectory of athletes, like Ryann Pedone’s season, especially when one wins it back to back. Ryann Pedone has made a career pursuing her greatest passion, raising and training barrel horses. Through the World Champions Rodeo Alliance (WCRA), Pedone...

The world of rodeo never fails to deliver breathtaking moments, especially when top athletes gather to showcase their skills and shatter records. The recently concluded National Western Stock Show was a testament to the some amazing performances, with barrel racing taking center stage. In the 13th performance, during the Thursday matinee on January 18, 2024,...