RODEO NEWS

Calgary Stampede Field Finalized

By Ann Bleiker

The 2026 edition of the Calgary Stampede gets underway on July 3 and we now have an official list of those who have earned a spot in this prestigious event. Season changing earnings await this talented field of barrel racers and breakaway ropers. Stay tuned to see how will be crowned the champion.

Special Wins in Reno for Beisel and Outhier

Jun 30, 2026

Nominations for Outstanding Committee Woman of the YearRODEO NEWS Special Wins in Reno for Beisel and Outhier By Ann Bleiker If the short round of the 2026 Reno Rodeo was any indication of the level of competition expected within the WPRA over the next month of...

Heidi Schmidt talks WPRA National Breakaway Finals

May 20, 2026

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New Home, New Name, New Dates—Still the Crowning Jewel for Professional Rodeo Breakaway Roping

Jun 1, 2026

Nominations for Outstanding Committee Woman of the YearRODEO NEWS New Home, New Name, New Dates—Still the Crowning Jewel for Professional Rodeo Breakaway Roping By Ann Bleiker COLORADO SPRINGS, COLORADO (May 14, 2026) – The Women’s Professional Rodeo Association and...

Unique Awards in ProRodeo

May 20, 2026

Nominations for Outstanding Committee Woman of the YearRODEO NEWS Unique Awards in ProRodeo By Ann Bleiker While the traditional trophy buckle remains rodeo's most iconic award, many major ProRodeos now present unique, event-specific prizes that reflect their local...

2026 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class Announced

May 14, 2026

Nominations for Outstanding Committee Woman of the YearWPRA NEWS 2026 ProRodeo Hall of Fame Class Announced By Ann Bleiker COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado – It seems only fitting as we close out Women’s History Month for 2026 that we announce two WPRA members who will be...

LaTonne Sewalt — January 23, 1939 – March 24, 2026

Apr 1, 2026

Nominations for Outstanding Committee Woman of the YearWPRA NEWS LaTonne Sewalt — January 23, 1939 - March 24, 2026 By Ann Bleiker The Women's Professional Rodeo Association is saddened to hear of the passing of Barrel Racing World Champion LaTonne Sewalt LaTonne was...