Breaks Records with National Broadcast and Historic Payouts
TRES PINOS, CALIF. — The Bolado Park Event Center played host to a historic day on August 3rd as California’s Riche$t welcomed its largest field of competitors ever. 88 breakaway ropers and 304 team roping teams enter the arena for a shot at glory, this milestone event proved once again why it’s truly “Where Cowgirls Come to Compete.” The 2025 edition showcased the strongest competition in the event’s decade-long history. What once featured a select group of top contenders now boasts fierce talent throughout the entire field—a testament to the explosive growth of women’s roping on the West Coast. California’s Riche$t paid out a total of $57,290 for the day, marking the largest prize pool in ten years with $3,000 added to the Open Breakaway and $2,000 added to the team roping.
One of the most exciting additions to this year’s production was the live national broadcast on the Cowboy Channel+ and NextGen apps. This achievement, a longtime goal for producer Danielle Porteur, was made possible thanks to Hailey Jo Hall, owner of 4T Ag Insurance, and Cowboy Magic, the Cowboy Channel Showcase Sponsors. Their support made it possible for women ropers to showcase their talent on a national stage.
The event continues to be a critical stepping stone for ropers aiming to compete on national stages, serving as a qualifier for the Women’s Rodeo World Championships and offering routes to the American Rodeo Contender Tournament Event (West).
BREAKAWAY ROPING RESULTS
Champion: Sutton Mang earned the title of 2025 California’s Riche$t Champion Breakaway Roper with a 14.89-second average on four head, earning a Cactus Saddle sponsored by MY CARS, $6,375 in prize money, and a spot at the prestigious Rope for the Crown event in Las Vegas this December. Average Winners: 1st Place: Sutton Mang – 14.89 – $6,375, 2nd Place: Fallon Ruffoni – 15.55 – $4,915, 3rd Place: Turquoise Stone – 16.65 – $3,460, 4th Place: Jaycee Chaves – 18.49 – $2,185, 5th Place: Amy Sisko – 18.54 – $1,275. First Go Winners: 1st: Jaycee Chaves – 3.0 – $1,950, 2nd: Lily Mathews – 3.27 – $1,170, 3rd: Quinnley Robinson – 3.35 – $780. Second Go Winners: 1st: Fallon Ruffoni -2.83 – $1,950, 2nd: Avery May – 3.06 – $1,170, 3rd: Sadie Grant – 3.23 – $780. Special Division Winners: 40 & Over ($500 added): Amy Sisko – 18.54 average (Sissy Barns second – 19.92) 17 & Under Cactus Saddle (Wilson’s Ranch Services): Turquoise Stone – 16.65 average (Jaycee Chaves second – 18.49). Special Awards: High Money Award & J & S Farms Cactus Saddle: Fallon Ruffoni – $6,865 total winnings
Fast Time Buckle of the Day (in memory of Blaire Strohn): Fallon Ruffoni – 2.83
TEAM ROPING RESULTS
Champions: Toni Miller and Tammy White emerged victorious with a 38.66-second average on four head, each earning $2,630 and Cactus Saddles sponsored by Advantage Truss Company and Mane n Tail. Average Winners: 1st: Toni Miller & Tammy White – 38.66 – $2,630 each, 2nd: Katelyn Perkins & Kaitlyn Torres – 38.79 – $2,230 each, 3rd: Dustie Christensen & Mandy Niesen – 42.51 – $1,820 each, 4th: Markie Battaglia & Mandy Niesen – 42.57 – $1,410 each, 5th: Tammy White & Kaitlyn Torres – 42.90 – $1,015 each, 6th: Tammy White & Mandy Niesen – 43.31 – $600 each, 7th: Rylee Roberts & Hailey Ponce – 44.44 – $400 each.
#4 Incentive Winners:
1st: Rylee Roberts & Hailey Ponce – 33.29 on 3 head Turtle Box Speakers & $1,440 each, 2nd: Lena Silva & Abilene Chavez – 33.81 on 3 head – $860 each, 3rd: Beth Hitchcock & Kathryn Seitz – 34.37 on 3 head – $560 each. Round Winners: Rotation 1, Round 1: 1st: Braydee Bourdet & Hailey Ponce – 6.66 – $710 each, 2nd: Sadie Grant & Tammy White – 6.81 – $420 each, 3rd: Markie Battaglia & Mandy Niesen – 7.10 – $270 each, Round 4 (Short Go): 1st: Mandy Niesen & Chelsey Bushnell – 7.05 – $350 each
CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIERS
American Rodeo qualifiers in breakaway include Braydee Bourdet, Hailey Grant, and Shaylee Baxley. Women’s Rodeo World Championships qualifiers are Fallon Ruffoni in Breakaway Pro Division, Beth Hitchcock in Challenger Division, Shanna Perkins & Zoe Ekk in Limited Division, Katelyn Perkins & Tammy White in Team Roping Pro Division, and Toni Miller & Shanna Perkins in Challenger Division. These qualifiers will compete in Fort Worth, Texas, next May for a share of the $750,000 prize pool.
SPECIAL THANKS
California’s Riche$t continues to showcase the talent in the arena thanks to the incredible generosity of sponsors and dedicated supporters. Together they’ve made California Riche$t All Girl Roping the largest in the United States. Cowboy Channel Showcase Sponsors Cowboy Magic and 4T Ag Insurance made the national broadcast possible. Saddle sponsors include Advantage Truss Company owned by Jennifer Porteur, Mane ‘n Tail, Wilson’s Ranch Services owned by Wyatt & Lauryn Wilson, Cactus Saddlery, MY Cars owned by Darrick Hoskins, Turtle Box, and J & S Farms. Apparel sponsors B&S Supply, Boot Barn, Utility Tree Service, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Stable Mix, Charlie 1 Horse, and Kimes Ranch provided check-in merchandise for all contestants. Arena sponsors include Dana Aviles of Pacific Coast Merch, San Benito Roofing, Waste Resource Recovery, Cactus Ropes, Brent Redmond Trucking, Cactus Gear, Grunnagle-Ament-Nelson Funeral Home, Lucky Chuck, Frank & Jennette Cerrone, Vineyard Rock, Bradley Builders, Porteur AG, Teton Ridge, Yeti, Cinch, Wyatt & Lacy Bourdet of 24/7 Livestock, and Graves Construction. Award sponsors include BEX Sunglasses, Andy Holcomb Performance Horses, Gilroy Rodeo, Erin Regan of Bob & Dot Tallow, 19th Hole, Gabilan Welding, Carol Scagliotti, Cowboy Choice Feeds, Diaz Liquors, Premier Equine Center, Horseguard, Red Barn Socks, Paicines Wild, Pulido’s Overhead Doors, Riding Warehouse, Ropers Sports News, Best Ever Pads, Handy Horns Supply, Pinnacle Floor Coverings, Lubrisyn, Geoffrey Barry, Brody Sans Horseshoeing, and Naccarato Bulls.
LOOKING AHEAD TO 2026
Save the Date — August 2nd, 2026. Looking ahead to 2026, We are excited to shape the All-Girl Team Roping in ways that make the competition even stronger and more enjoyable. With 304 teams this year, the days became extra long, which is tough on the crew, the cattle, and everyone’s time. To align with the standard of competitive roping that California’s Richest has become known for, adjustments will be made while still giving everyone the opportunity to grow and stay in the game. This may include placing a cap on how many times a header or heeler can enter, which will help shorten the day, support the crew, preserve the cattle, and keep the competition running at its best. These changes are designed to highlight the incredible talent in the arena while keeping the event smooth, fair, and memorable for all.
As one of the largest all-girl roping events in the United States, California’s Riche$t continues to celebrate the incredible talent, determination, and spirit of women ropers from across the West Coast. For sponsorship inquiries, email danielle@californiasrichest.com, or call (831) 801-4290.
Photos by Gloria Brigantino Photography
Special to Ropers Sports News
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