PRCA News Stories

Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association News and Notes - October 14, 2008
[Oct. 14, 2008] PRCA announces bucking stock of the year; Buckles awarded to Heartland champions; Myers wins Heartland Steer Roping Finals; Hurricane Ike blows big names into Sinton; Badland Cirucuit Finals Results PLUS Upcoming PRCA rodeos By Courtesy PRCA

Cowboy clash - Proxy Battle Over
[Oct. 10, 2008] Rodeo Attitude - Great article that goes from beginning to end of battle over control of the PRCA.

'Boots, Buckles & Spurs,' 50-Song, 3-CD Deluxe Box Set Celebrates 50 Years of the National Finals Rodeo
[Oct. 8, 2008] The modern American rodeo reaches its pinnacle every year at the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Las Vegas. What started out in Dallas in 1958, with a total purse of $50,000 -- has grown into a total payout of more than $5.6 million, an annual 10-day 'world series' class event that packs the 17,000-seat Thomas & Mack Center in Vegas with fans who wouldn't think of being anywhere else on earth.

Vegas calling Griswold back to the National Finals Rodeo
[Oct. 3, 2008] Bobby Griswold is drawn by the City of Lights...It's not the casinos or elaborate shows. It's not the mammoth resorts or the desert weather...No, for Griswold - one of the elite saddle bronc riders in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association for 19 years – his December venture to Las Vegas is the culmination of another tremendous year riding bucking horses. He has earned his ticket to the National Finals Rodeo by finishing the 2008 season among the top 15 broncbusters in the sport with more than $63,500 in earnings. By Ted Harbin, Rodeo Media Relations

Pro Rodeo Mounrs the Death of Nancy Vold
[Sep. 30, 2008] Nancy Kay Vold, part of one of Pro Rodeo's most legendary families, died on September. 26 due to complications from diabetes. She was 48. Nancy was born on Sept. 3, 1960 in Phoenix, Ariz. She grew up in Colorado, attending schools in Fowler and By Courtesy PRCA

Some still trying for extra push as season finishes
[Sep. 25, 2008] The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association regular season all but concludes this weekend...All money earned at PRCA rodeos through the end of the month counts toward qualifying for the Dec. 4-13 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. But beginning Oct. 1, winnings count toward the 2009 world title races.

Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association - Looking to the future
[Sep. 23, 2008]

Fox Sports Network (FSN) currently featuring the Wrangler ProRodeo Tour - Ariat Playoffs Puyallup Round
[Sep. 22, 2008] Fox Sports Net (FSN) is scheduled to begin televising the action from the Puyallup (Wash.) Fair and Rodeo as the second stop on the 2008 Wrangler ProRodeo Tour and Ariat Playoffs the week of Sept. 22. The first episode will feature the preliminary round action of the Ariat Playoffs - Puyallup Round, with the second telecast showcasing the semifinal round featuring the top eight in the two-head aggregate and the third telecast will feature the final four competitors. .A new episode will air weekly...A total of 18 regional FSN providers will televise the first round action at least once between Sept. 22 and Sept. 25. The semifinal action will air Sept. 29-Oct. 2 and final round coverage of the Puyallup Round is set for Oct. 6-9. For exact times and dates in your area log onto www.prorodeotour.com. By Ann Bleiker, ProRodeo Tours

An Urgent Message from PRCA CEO Karl Stressman
[Sep. 20, 2008] To the Members of the PRCA,
The battle continues between Jim Warren and the PRCA. Each side has their opinion of how the PRCA should operate and by now you have heard arguments from supporters on each side regarding how they believe Jim's proposals will affect the future of professional rodeo. As you can probably imagine, I did not agree to take a leadership position with the PRCA without first fully informing myself about Jim's proposals and the related issues. By Karl Stressman, PRCA CEO

The Wrangler® Brand’s Karl Stressman Nabbed for Top Professional Rodeo Post
[Sep. 12, 2008] Wrangler® Western Wear announced today that after 12 years and countless accomplishments unprecedented in his sector, Karl Stressman – director of rodeo and special events for Wrangler Specialty Apparel – will join the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) as president and CEO of PRCA Properties and interim CEO of the PRCA. By Courtesy Wrangler® Western Wear

Cassidy in hunt for world title
[Sep. 9, 2008] Curtis Cassidy has put himself back in a position to capture professional rodeo's world steer wrestling championship.

Barton to be PRCA announcer at NFR
[Sep. 4, 2008] Derek Barton will be heard around the world this December. ...The local KYCN Morning host and PRCA announcer formally or Buffalo and now living in Wheatland, along with PRCA Announcer, Steve Kenyon of Oregon, will be the official voices for the internet and radio broadcasters for this year’s Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR) in Las Vegas.

Wrangler ProRodeo Tour - Ariat Playoffs return to FSN starting week of Sept. 1
[Sep. 2, 2008] Fox Sports Net (FSN) is scheduled to begin televising the action from the 2008 Wrangler ProRodeo Tour and Ariat Playoffs the week of Sept. 1. The popular Ariat Playoffs format will continue in 2008 with three telecasts hosted by the Caldwell (Idaho) Night Rodeo. The first featuring the preliminary round action of the Ariat Playoffs - Caldwell Round, with the second telecast highlighting the semifinal round featuring the top eight in the two-head aggregate and the third telecast will highlight the final four competitors. A new episode will air weekly. By Ann Bleiker

Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association News and Notes August 25, 2008
[Aug. 25, 2008] Trimming the field: Lineup set for Puyallup Pro Rodeo, second event in Ariat Playoff Series; Ellensburg Rodeo kicks off Labor Day weekend; A five-bagger: Brazile has $17K weekend; Meling tames bulls, weather in Bremerton; FSN starts Caldwell broadcasts Sept. 1 PLUS Upcoming PRCA Rodeos By Courtesy PRCA