As Luke Branquinho wisely shared at the Resistol Rookie Luncheon, “Smooth seas don’t make great sailors.” These words resonate deeply through my journey with Ropers Sports…
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2024 NFR Icons InducteesLegends of the Arena: Celebrating Three Extraordinary ChampionsThe Thomas & Mack Center has been home to countless incredible moments in rodeo history, but…
NFBR: Witnessing History at the South PointBy Dee Yates, Publisher, Ropers Sports News Photographer: Clay GuardipeeIn my years covering stories, I’ve witnessed countless remarkable moments, but nothing…
Thank you everyone for coming out yesterday for our Day after Thanksgiving roping! Weather was not what we wanted but regardless we had a great time…
December 2024, Guthrie, Oklahoma –The 2025 Cinch Timed Event Championship presented by Smarty Rodeo has finalized the 25 athletes – including eight past champions – who’ll…
Chairman Peter Pedrazzi with his dad, Past President Dave Pedrazzi, and wife Emily
photos by Hailey Kennedy photographyThe historic Madonna Inn arena in San Luis Obispo came alive this November as it hosted the 9th Annual Average Joe Finals,…
7Up Productions New Years Day Roping Results#8.5 Handicap, 90 Teams, Fast Time: 1st: Tanner Kent and Lane Wheeler 5.05, $280/man, 2nd: Tanner Kent and Logan Anseth…
The numbers are in, and they’re nothing short of astronomical. The 2024 Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale has set a new benchmark in western…
The 2024 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo wrapped up in spectacular fashion at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, showcasing the pinnacle of professional rodeo…