PRCA Press Releases

The Ties That Bind: Family a big part of Wrangler National Finals Rodeo
[Nov. 23, 2010] One of the dominating mantras in the sport of ProRodeo is that, because of its camaraderie and close-knit atmosphere, rodeo is one big family. That will certainly be true – in the literal sense – at the 2010 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, where 14 contestants will be competing alongside family members Dec. 2-11. By Courtesy of PRCA

PRCA rolls out red carpet for world champions in inaugural 10th Night Event
[Nov. 22, 2010] COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) announced today it has partnered with The Mirage Hotel & Casino and Rodeo Vegas to bring The Official Wrangler NFR World Champion Awards Show and 10th Night After-Party to Las Vegas Saturday, Dec. 11, immediately following the last performance. The trio will host an unforgettable night featuring the presentation of awards to the 2010 PRCA World Champions on stage and recognition of all WNFR contestants. The evening will include live performances by select country music artists, exclusive prize giveaways, celebrity appearances and more. By Courtesy PRCA

PRCA launches Ram Truck Wrangler NFR Top Gun Award
[Nov. 22, 2010] COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), in conjunction with Ram Truck, announced today that it is launching the Ram Truck Wrangler NFR Top Gun Award during the 2010 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas. Feeding off the excitement the world championship races create, this prestigious award will honor the cowboy or cowgirl who earns the most money during the grueling 10-day PRCA ProRodeo Finals. By Courtesy PRCA

Pat Boone All-American Meats named Official Steaks of PRCA, Wrangler NFR
[Nov. 22, 2010] COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) is pleased to announce a new partnership with chart-topping recording artist Pat Boone and his legacy brand of premium, U.S.-grown meats, Pat Boone All-American Meats. The partnership recognizes the gourmet-quality steak brand as the “Official Steaks of the PRCA and Wrangler National Finals Rodeo” and includes a number of promotional opportunities over a two-year term. By Courtesy PRCA

Injured Hay yields Wrangler NFR spot to Wright
[Nov. 20, 2010] COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – Canadian saddle bronc rider Rod Hay, a 20-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier, has vacated his spot in the $5.875 million Wrangler NFR due to a leg injury, and will be replaced by Utah’s Jesse Wright, who was not quite six months old when Hay made his NFR debut in 1989. By Courtesy PRCA

Pendleton Whisky becomes Official Spirit of PRCA ProRodeo
[Nov. 17, 2010] COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) is excited to announce that it has signed a multi-year renewal with Pendleton Whisky expanding its involvement in ProRodeo. Pendleton Whisky is now the Official Spirit of ProRodeo and a first-right sponsor. By Courtesy PRCA

PRCA News and Notes November 15, 2010
[Nov. 15, 2010] Stories of interest from the PRCA By Courtesy PRCA

Permit holder tops saddle bronc riding field at Dodge Great Lakes Circuit Finals
[Nov. 15, 2010] LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Will Smith has a dual major in business administration and religion/philosophy at Missouri Valley College, because “I’m not sure what I want to do when I graduate next year, so I figured I’d cover everything.” By Courtesy of PRCA

Hill pulls upset in tie-down roping at Dodge Columbia River Circuit Finals Rodeo
[Nov. 15, 2010] REDMOND, Ore. – Want proof the PRCA circuit system is working? Go talk to Brian Hill. He is a part-time rodeo cowboy and full-time loan officer for the Farm Service Agency in Lewiston, Idaho, who just qualified for his first Dodge National Circuit Finals Rodeo at age 36. By Courtesy of PRCA

Johnston repeats as Dodge Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo average winner
[Nov. 15, 2010] DENVER – After taking the average title at the 2009 Dodge Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo, tie-down roper Chase Johnston was simply hoping for a chance to defend it this year at the National Western Events Center in Denver. By Courtesy of PRCA

Hay gearing up for Wrangler NFR
[Nov. 13, 2010] Wonder no more. Eight-time Canadian Saddle Bronc Riding Champion Rod Hay is gearing up to compete at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, Dec. 2-11 in Las Vegas, despite fracturing his right femur...

Cooper posts fastest time at CFR Thursday night
[Nov. 13, 2010] Tie-down roper Tuf Cooper finished first in 8.4 seconds on Thursday night at the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, Alberta and leads the total-season earnings race. Steer wrestler Matt Reeves had the fastest time of the night and Curtis Cassidy leads the total-season earnings race. Results inside...

Patterson repeats as NFSR world champion
[Nov. 13, 2010] Patterson wins second world title, breaks world record...

PRCA Standings - Nov. 8, 2010
[Nov. 10, 2010] World Standings, Wrangler Million Dollar Tour and Xtreme Bulls Tour rodeo standings... By Courtesy of PRCA