PRCA News Stories

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

PRCA Vote Information Now Available
[Aug. 18, 2008] This is submitted material and is being published for informational purposes for the members of the PRCA. We are neutral on this issue.

Manuel Henry Enos
[Aug. 12, 2008] In 1939, Manuel joined the Cowboys Turtle Association, the forerunner of the PRCA. Manuel was proud of the fact that he placed in every major rodeo in the country and that he usually entered four events.

Ariat Playoffs on FSN, Wrangler ProRodeo Tour Championship on CBS
[Jul. 23, 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 tw-head aggregate and the third telecast will highlight the final four competitors. A new episode will air weekly. By Ann Blieker, ProRodeo Tours

WIN A FREE NFR VACATION FROM COWGIRL LIVING & NFRTOURS.COM
[Jul. 18, 2008] Cowgirl Living Magazine and NFRTours.com have teamed up to offer one lucky Cowgirl Living subscriber a free trip for two to the Wrangler NFR in Las Vegas. By Angie Gentry, Cowgirl Living Magazine

RodeoHouston Inducted into ProRodeo Hall of Fame
[Jul. 14, 2008] The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association honored RodeoHouston Saturday, July 12, with induction into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, CO. By Kate Bradley, RodeoHouston

Joe Kusek: PRCA makes moves to strengthen rodeo circuit system
[Jun. 23, 2008] Approximately 7,000 cowboys compete at Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association-sanctioned events across the United States and in Canada. That staggering number doesn't include the cowgirls who compete in barrel racing at the same events.

Cooper twins skyrocket to the top of the leaderboard at Reno Rodeo
[Jun. 22, 2008] The Cooper twins made their first appearance at the “big dance” known as the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo last year and with team roping runs like they turned in on Saturday night at the Reno Rodeo, they will be back there this December. By Ann Bleiker, Reno Rodeo