Event Reports

Cowboy injured at popular Cloverdale Rodeo
[May 20, 2008] This year's Cloverdale Rodeo proved to be easier on the animals but tougher on the cowboys. With a new format deemed to be friendlier to four-legged critters, organizers proclaimed the weekend a success, with more than 100,000 attending the 62nd annual Cloverdale Rodeo and 119th annual Cloverdale Country Fair in Surrey

Trevor Brazile extends lead in all-around standings in the PRCA at Redding Rodeo
[May 19, 2008] After reclaiming his spot atop the all-round standings last week, five-time and reigning World Champion All-Around Cowboy Trevor Brazile continued to put the pedal to the metal last weekend, winning both the all-around and tie-down roping titles at the Redding (Calif.) Rodeo.

Santa Maria Elks Rodeo, CA - Rodeo a hot ticket with PBR involvement
[May 19, 2008] The PBR Challenger Tour stop in Santa Maria on May 29 leads off rodeo weekend. The Elks Rodeo - with a full slate of competition including steer wrestling, calf roping, barrel racing and more bull riding - this year is three days, May 30 to June 1.

Cowboys set standards
[May 16, 2008] Ropers, riders get off to fast start at 60th Redding Rodeo

Lindale Rodeo: Bucking Into High Gear
[May 16, 2008] the Lindale Championship Rodeo had a muddy kickoff Thursday night with fast-riding cowgirl beauties, gritty riders and lasso-swinging calf ropers. With more than $60,000 in the prize pot, some 700 contestants strapped on spurs and broad-brimmed hats to compete in a rodeo that’s gained recognition as the No. 4 event in the United Professional Rodeo Association.

60-year-old event finds way to keep up, draw big talent to Redding
[May 15, 2008] Each year, the Redding Rodeo directors try to figure another way to improve. A year ago, it was new bucking chutes. This year, new calf pens have been added to help out the timed events.

Elks Rodeo: Battle for bragging rights
[May 15, 2008] California - Every year, the annual Elks Team Roping competition brings together family and friends from throughout the Central Coast.

Rodeo Roundup: Thompson seeks No. 4
[May 10, 2008] "The Mother Lode Roundup," says Ralph Clark, "is the one California rodeo that you do not want to miss."

Huntsville, AL - It's RODEO time
[May 7, 2008] Billed as "the largest outdoor rodeo east of the Mississippi," the 26th annual Limestone Sheriff's Rodeo next weekend will give out more than $50,000 in prize money.

Coarsegold Rodeo brings in thousands
[May 7, 2008] The pop-up tents were popped up all over the Bohna Arena to add a bit of shade to the viewing area over the weekend for the 56th annual Coarsegold Rodeo. The smells of Indian tacos, barbecue and kettle

Champions Crowned at Del Rio's George Paul Bull Riding 2008
[May 5, 2008] Cooper Kanngiesser of Zenda, Kan. said it was a dream just to be at the 31st Annual George Paul Memorial Bull Riding Event on Sunday while holding his champion's buckle and a big check for $10,000.

Day One of George Paul Sees 14 Successful Rides out of 40
[May 4, 2008] George Paul set the standards high with his world record in bull riding. The bull riders in the competition named after the Del Rio legendary bull rider tried to keep the standards high, too.

Springville’s Matthews takes 2nd at Springville Sierra Rodeo
[Apr. 28, 2008] At the 60th annual Springville Sierra Rodeo last weekend, thousands of fans gathered Saturday night to watch cowboys match wits with 2,000-pound animals.

"Greatest show on dirt" wraps up another thrilling year
[Apr. 27, 2008] From bareback riding to steer wrestling, barrel racing to bull riding, modern-day cowboys and cowgirls came to Lufkin over the past few days to give their all in a tough competition at the George H. Henderson Jr. Exposition Center.