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28+ min ago (821+ words) But an equine virus outbreak this year has loomed over one of the world's most prestigious rodeos and the threat was apparent from the start: Riders walked out during the grand entry on foot. Their horses were safely kept away with strict health precautions in place. Other riders weren't able to bring their own horses to the event at all. The equine herpesvirus 1, or EHV-1, has made its rounds in the past. But the outbreak was of particular concern this year, with cases in the U.S. on the rise as it coincided with the 10-day event that ends Saturday and draws thousands of horses and their riders. Horse hotels say their profits are down since fewer horses are participating, and some rodeo events were canceled. In many cases, the virus causes coldlike symptoms such as runny noses and coughs. But it…...

53+ min ago (823+ words) But an equine virus outbreak this year has loomed over one of the world's most prestigious rodeos and the threat was apparent from the start: Riders walked out during the grand entry on foot. Their horses were safely kept away with strict health precautions in place. Other riders weren't able to bring their own horses to the event at all. The equine herpesvirus 1, or EHV-1, has made its rounds in the past. But the outbreak was of particular concern this year, with cases in the U.S. on the rise as it coincided with the 10-day event that ends Saturday and draws thousands of horses and their riders. Horse hotels say their profits are down since fewer horses are participating, and some rodeo events were canceled. In many cases, the virus causes coldlike symptoms such as runny noses and coughs. But it…...

3+ hour, 44+ min ago (1905+ words) Here are the 8th go-round results from the 2025 National Finals Rodeo at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025. 1. Jess Pope, 88.25 points on Four Star Rodeo's Deep Springs, $36,668 2. Sam Petersen, 87.25, $28,980 3. Dean Thompson, 86.25, $21,882 4. Mason Clements, 85.25, $15,377 5. Waylon Bourgeois, 84, $9,463 6. Cole Franks, 83.75, $5,914 7. Bradlee Miller, 82.75 8. Garrett Shadbolt, 82.5 9. Kade Sonnier, 81.5 10. Rocker Steiner, 80.25 11. Tilden Hooper, 79.5 12. Jacek Frost, 77.5 13. Wacey Schalla, 74 14. Cooper Cooke, NS. 1. Jess Pope, 684.5 points on eight head 2. Sam Petersen, 681.75 3. Wacey Schalla, 678.5 4. Cole Franks, 676.75 5. Kade Sonnier, 676 6. Bradlee Miller, 670.25 7. Garrett Shadbolt, 670 8. Rocker Steiner, 668.75 9. Dean Thompson, 591.75 on seven head 10. Waylon Bourgeois, 586.25 11. Tilden Hooper, 580.25 12. Mason Clements, 504.25 on six head 13. Jacek Frost, 485 14. Cooper Cooke, 423.5 on five head; no other qualified rides. 1. Rocker Steiner, $421,185 2. Sam Petersen, $348,805 3. Jess Pope, $340,193 4. Wacey Schalla, $286,275 5. Kade Sonnier, $273,571 6. Cole Franks, $263,787 7. Bradlee Miller, $244,088 8. Waylon Bourgeois, $243,476 9. Dean Thompson, $230,848 10. Cooper Cooke, $218,241 11. Garrett Shadbolt, $202,805 12. Mason Clements, $180,939 13. Jacek Frost, $155,514 14. Jayco Roper, $149,775 15. Tilden Hooper, $139,951. 1. Tucker Allen, 3.9 seconds, $36,668 2. Jesse Brown, 4.0, $28,980 3. Chance Howard, 4.1, $21,882 4. Bridger…...

9+ hour, 33+ min ago (1377+ words) Tucker Allen took the lead in the steer wrestling standings on the eighth night of NFR on Thursday. Stetson Wright competed after suffering left hip and right leg contusion. Steer wrestler Tucker Allen entered the 2025 National Finals Rodeo with $150,867 in earnings and was fifth in the world standings. He has almost matched that total with his earnings through eight rounds of NFR. And he has taken the lead in the standings. Allen won his third go-round at NFR with a time of 3.9 seconds and won Thursday night's steer wrestling go-round at the on the eighth night of the event at the Thomas & Mack Center, picking up $36,667 in earnings. With the win, Allen has jumped Will Lummus for the lead in the standings. Allen has $298,963 in earnings and leads Lummus by more than $8,000 with two rounds remaining. Allen, from Ventura, California,…...

13+ hour, 18+ min ago (1118+ words) MISSOULA, Mont. " The Highlands College Line Program's Line Rodeo takes place today, giving the community a first-hand look at the skills students have honed this semester. For Amelia Kirkman, of Roy, Washington, the program has been a test of grit, perseverance, and courage"climbing 70-foot poles in the rain and learning to master equipment made for much larger hands. The Line Rodeo runs from 9 a.m. to noon in the pole yard at Highlands College, highlighting the hard work, skill, and dedication of the semester's cohort. Kirkman grew up in Roy, Washington, a small town of less than 1,000 people. In high school, a career fair changed her trajectory. She attended a session about line workers. "I thought I'd take my shot and try it out," she said. She planned to attend a program in Oregon, but also had Highlands College's 10-week program…...

13+ hour, 57+ min ago (1108+ words) The probability that Brushton Minton was going to be involved in rodeo was high. What that looked like took some time to sort itself out. His father, Casey, was a regional PRCA competitor for years, winning the Linderman Award in 1993. That accolade honors a PRCA cowboy who earns at least $1,000 in three events during the season, with at least one in roughstock events and one in timed events. Minton's grandfather, Rex, was an accomplished roughstock rider during his career. Like his elders, Minton eased into the bucking chutes as a kid. Unlike his family members, roughstock competition didn't suit him. "I rode steers in high school and juniors, and got on some junior bulls, but I didn't like it," Minton said with a laugh. "I was actually really good at it, but I just did not crave getting on it....

14+ hour, 2+ min ago (1155+ words) After winning the 2024 NFR average title as a header, Clint Summers began 2025 on unsure footing. He had no permanent partner and was trying to figure out what was next. Clint Summers was staring down the decision he'd been avoiding. After winning the 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo average title as a team roping header, he started the 2025 season on unsure footing. He had no permanent partner and was trying to figure out what was next. Paul Eaves was gracious enough to rope with Summers at some of the bigger winter events. But Eaves wasn't looking to do much competing later in the season. With the rest of 2025 looming, Summers faced a lot of uncertainty. He talked to other heelers about forming a partnership, but was hesitant to commit. And then, his phone vibrated with the message he had long hoped for....

14+ hour, 6+ min ago (1129+ words) Statler Wright first made the NFR in 2024, but the 22-year-old has been at the Thomas Mack nearly every year of his life, giving him a unique view of how far the Finals have come. Statler Wright first qualified for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in 2024. He's back this year, qualifying once again in what's ostensibly the family business: saddle bronc riding. But the 22-year-old has been to the Thomas &Mack Center more than twice in his life. In fact, he's been on hand at the Wrangler NFR almost since birth. "I've been here every year for 22 years. I was born in September 2003, and I was in Vegas in December of 2003. That was the first year my dad made the Finals," Wright said. Indeed, Cody Wright " a two-time world champion in saddle broncs and a PRCA Hall of Famer " rode in…...

15+ hour, 17+ min ago (491+ words) LAS VEGAS " Helena bareback rider Sam Petersen continues to impress in his first appearance at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Though he trails bareback star Rocker Steiner in the world championship chase, the No. 2-ranked Petersen remains in strong contention for the average title " and an extra $94,000 " following an 87.25-point ride in the eliminator pen on top of Dakota Rodeo's Wild N Out on Thursday at the Thomas & Mack Center. Petersen's ride was good for second place and a check of $28,980. Petersen won money in six of the first eight rounds. Petersen is second in the average, less than three points behind leader Jess Pope of Waverly, Kan. Pope won his second consecutive bareback round on Thursday with a score of 88.25. Steiner, of Weatherford, Texas, leads the world standings but finished out of the money for the second straight night....

17+ hour, 28+ min ago (214+ words) LAS VEGAS (KTNV) " Sixty Clark County School District kids with special needs learned from some of the best cowboys and cowgirls in the world through a special interactive program called Exceptional Rodeo. Alex Eschelman reports from NFR's Exceptional Rodeo: "Exceptional Rodeo has helped more than 12,000 kids, and that's 12,000 smiles," said Exceptional Rodeo principal Adam Dario. There were grins from ear to ear as the kids reunited with some of their athletes they look forward to seeing every year. "It brings it to life for her; it's like her highlight of the year," one local parent said. From learning how to rope, barrel race and bull ride, the kids walk away from the event feeling confident. "I got a trophy; I feel better," one participant said. As for the cowboys and cowgirls, these kids inspire them to be better in and…...