PRCA Press Releases

Baldwin atop leaderboard after first night at DNCFR
[Mar. 15, 2007] Report and results round one. By Courtesy PRCA

Keith Martin Q and A
[Mar. 12, 2007] With so many rumors going around the acting CEO of the PRCA took time to answer a few.

Weekly PRCA Press Release March 12, 2007
[Mar. 12, 2007] IN THIS RELEASE YOU'LL FIND:
1. Eyes on Idaho: DNCFR puts Pocatello on national stage as cowboys compete for prestigious titles
2. Big finish: RodeoHouston winds down in historic fashion
3. Hancock shrugs off injury, wins second Xtreme Bulls Tour event
4. Allen, Sutton share Montgomery title
5. Rodeo News and Notes: Akin remains critical; Brazile sets Timed Event records; RodeoHouston on DirecTV By Courtesy PRCA

Weekly PRCA Press Release March 5, 2007
[Mar. 5, 2007] IN THIS RELEASE YOU'LL FIND:
1. Capital gains: Wrangler Tour moves to Rodeo Austin
2. Swamp thing: Dodge Xtreme Bulls heads to Okeechobee
3. Southeastern Livestock Expo celebrates 50th anniversary
4. Legendary coach Davis hangs ’em up
5. Parsons tandem makes DNCFR a family affair
6. Rodeo News and Notes: Prairie Circuit Finals finds new home; RodeoHouston attendance record; CNBC program rescheduled By Courtesy PRCA

Bareback rider Riddle prepares for first DNCFR
[Feb. 26, 2007] Plus complete list of qualifiers. By Courtesy PRCA

Weekly PRCA Press Release February 26, 2007
[Feb. 26, 2007] IN THIS RELEASE YOU'LL FIND:
1. It’s bigger in Texas: RodeoHouston debuts bracket format, large final prize to further elevate status
2. Tour not quiet on Western front: Stars shine bright in Tucson; Ohl claims San Angelo win
3. Bareback rider Riddle prepares for first DNCFR (Separate Article)
4. Rodeo News and Notes: PRCA re-launches Web site; Lowe garners honor; CNFR announces 2007 dates By Courtesy PRCA

Troy Ellerman resigns as PRCA commissioner
[Feb. 20, 2007] On February 19, Troy Ellerman resigned as PRCA commissioner. In a letter of resignation addressed to the PRCA Board of Directors, Ellerman stated, “Due to the fact that I have entered a plea of guilty in the BALCO case, I believe it is in the best interest of the PRCA to resign from my position as commissioner. My resignation will be effective immediately. It has been an honor to serve the PRCA. The PRCA is well served by a strong Board of Directors, and I am confident it will continue to move forward under its direction.” By Courtesy PRCA

Weekly PRCA Press Release February 20, 2007
[Feb. 20, 2007] IN THIS RELEASE YOU'LL FIND:
1. World, DNCFR champions headline ’07 Pocatello field
2. Greenfield claims title in San Antonio
3. Rodeo News and Notes: Haught caps weekend with win; James receives membership By Courtesy PRCA

PRCA Press Releae - Troy Ellerman Enters Plea in BALCO Case
[Feb. 15, 2007] Official statement by PRCA Board of Directors. By Courtesy PRCA

Troy Ellerman Pleads Guilty
[Feb. 15, 2007] Two San Francisco Chronicle reporters will avoid jail time after a criminal defense lawyer agreed to plead guilty Wednesday to leaking them secret grand jury documents from the BALCO steroids investigation.

Troy Ellerman will admit allowing reporters Lance Williams and Mark Fainaru-Wada to view transcripts of the grand jury testimony of baseball stars Barry Bonds, Jason Giambi, Gary Sheffield and sprinter Tim Montgomery, according to court documents.
Also: San Frisco Chronicle Story
Also: Department of Justice Press Release

Steer wrestler Fields set arena record with 2.9-second run
[Feb. 14, 2007] He made quite a statement Feb. 12 during early-round competition at the San Angelo (Texas) Rodeo, dropping his steer in an arena-record 2.9 seconds to win the round and $2,443. By Courtesy PRCA

February 12, 2007 PRCA Weekly Press Release
[Feb. 12, 2007] IN THIS RELEASE YOU'LL FIND:
1. Exclamation ‘Point’: PRCA strikes deal with Las Vegas property
2. San Antonio rodeo hits home stretch
3. San Angelo rodeo marks 75 years
4. Rodeo News and Notes: Timed events start San Angelo; San Antonio goes red; Pendleton Round-Up recognized By Courtesy PRCA

Martin named Chairman of the PRCA Board
[Feb. 7, 2007] The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association is pleased to announce that Keith Martin has been named Chairman of the PRCA Board of Directors following the Jan. 31 Board meeting. By Courtesy PRCA

February 5, 2007 PRCA Weekly Press Release
[Feb. 5, 2007] IN THIS RELEASE YOU'LL FIND:
1. Thanks a million: San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo boasts seven figures for 2007 event
2. Elshere spurs way to Rapid City crown
4. Rodeo News and Notes: Fort Worth recap; San Antonio XB; Red note By Courtesy PRCA