Page 3 of 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "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. PRCA 2008 Wrangler ProRodeo Tour 'C's the day[Apr. 21, 2008] Corpus Christi and Clovis mark the 11th and 12th stops on the 2008 Wrangler ProRodeo Tour. Cowboys will not only compete for a share of the lucrative purses, but points that apply toward the Wrangler ProRodeo Tour standings and entry into the Ariat Playoffs series, an exciting four-rodeo showdown starting in August in Caldwell, Idaho. By Courtesy PRCA
Making history: RodeoHouston's first two Super Series in the books[Mar. 10, 2008] Two defending RodeoHouston champions kept alive their hopes of a repeat title during weekend action as the rodeo’s second Super Series came to an end. Bobby Mote, the reigning and two-time world champion bareback rider whose $56,833 won in Houston last year paved the way for his 2007 world title, and tie-down roper Houston Hutto, who led the Crusher Rentals PRCA World Standings for most of the 2007 regular-season after his Houston victory, are among eight contestants in each event (eight teams in team roping) to have advanced to RodeoHouston’s semifinal round. By Kevin Carmody, PRCA
Rodeo Austin gears for championship weekend[Mar. 10, 2008] Rodeo Austin (Texas), the sixth stop on the 2008 Wrangler ProRodeo Tour, reached the halfway mark over the weekend and steams into the final week of competition in the Travis County Expo Center. Performances continue daily at 7 p.m. (CT), culminating with the final round on March 15. By Kevin Carmody, PRCA
Fans, riders, bulls get their bucks' worth in Fort Worth[Mar. 7, 2008] When Tuff Hedeman brings his annual pro bull riding show to Fort Worth each year, it's all about the bulls. Hedeman, a four-time world champion from Morgan Mill who now heads up the Championship Bull Riding circuit, has a reputation for recruiting bulls that can throw a rider into Parker County.
RodeoHouston brings back bracket for 2008's richest regular-season rodeo[Mar. 3, 2008] In the spirit of March Madness and the NCAA Basketball Championships, RodeoHouston’s bracket-style battle goes into full effect tonight, with the $1.3 million rodeo running through the culminating Shootout Round on March 22. The rodeo will bestow $50,000 checks ($27,500 per man in team roping) on its shootout champions for the second straight year, virtually assuring them of spots in the 50th Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. By Kevin Carmody, PRCA
'Capitol' improvements make Rodeo Austin one of state's best[Mar. 3, 2008] Eight years ago, the Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo was just another stop on the rodeo trail, one that cowboys may or may not have decided to enter. Nowadays, the rodeo has blossomed into one of Texas' premier events, growing by leaps and bounds along the way and implementing innovations at every turn. By Kevin Carmody, PRCA
Hand-painted mustangs part of rodeo feel in Houston[Feb. 21, 2008] The cows came first. Then the boots had their turn. This year, mustangs will reign. By the end of this month, a herd of 28 hand-painted horses will go on display across Houston, all part of the pre-rodeo hype organized by the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
Silcox scores San Antonio victory[Feb. 19, 2008] Reigning World Champion Bull Rider Wesley Silcox scored his first victory of the season and made it count, earning $19,367 by winning the two-head average title at the second Dodge Xtreme Bulls Tour stop in San Antonio on Feb. 16. By Courtesy PRCA
Staying in Texas: Tour moves north to San Angelo[Feb. 19, 2008] The San Angelo (Texas) Stock Show & Rodeo isn't the biggest rodeo in Texas, but has come a long way in elevating its status among the most anticipated and lucrative events of the early-season run. By Courtesy PRCA
Smart highlights San Antonio’s two-week run[Feb. 19, 2008] It's a safe bet that Chance Smart will remember his stay in San Antonio for a long time. When the bull rider from Philadelphia, Miss., arrived in San Antonio on Jan. 31, he hoped to successfully ride every bull he encountered at the AT&T Center. By Courtesy PRCA
Austin official receives honor[Jan. 23, 2008] Star of Texas Fair and Rodeo General Manager Bucky Lamb was named Professional of the Year at the Texas Association of Fairs and Events (TAF&E) Annual Convention and Trade Show, held Jan. 10-13 in Austin, Texas. Lamb was honored at the opening dinner of the convention, where he was praised for his leadership, dedication and innovation in the fair industry.
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