More Rodeo + Bull Riding
Columnist Ed Knocke says rodeo is faring better in the recession than you might think. But what will the summer hold? Story
The Cooper twins argue about everything, especially roping. But their biggest victory might be making it to the NFR, thumbs intact. Story
Wyatt Altoff is gunning for back-to-back all-around titles at the Collegiate National Finals Rodeo…and he's got company. Story
Bobby Hurley is a 15-time qualifier for the NFR and a member of the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. But in his world, that's not what counts. Story
Bull rider Cody Nance may be from Paris, Tenn. but it's Pueblo, Colo. where he found his biggest success to date with a BFTS win. Story
Is Pro Rodeo making a comeback? Columnist Ed Knocke thinks so. From free camps to rising attendance, the PRCA is making moves. Story
Bullfighter Clay Collins continues his adventures in Mississippi, and muses that some things are more important than a paycheck. Story
The King of Cowboys and General of the 'Cowboy Army' was voted off 'Dancing with the Stars,' and he couldn't be happier. Story
After a heart-to-heart with world champ Chris Shivers, Travis Briscoe "quit taking matters into [his] own hands." It worked. Story
J.D. Folsom grew up riding and roping in the mountains of Idaho. That is, until the Miami Dolphins called him on NFL draft day. Story
Chris Shivers is a homebody, but when he rides, he wins. After a two-week hiatus, the bull rider won again in Worcester. Story
Brendon Clark's terrible wreck in Omaha had doctors saying he was lucky to be alive. And his rapid recovery has been a surprise. Story
More Headlines
Boy dies after rodeo accident
Longmont Times-Call (June 29)
According to Cathy Bryarly, a deputy for the Boulder County Sheriff's Office, 12-year-old Richard Wayde Hamar of Yuma, Colo., was thrown before the time was up. The rear legs of the bull then came down on his lower abdomen, missing the protective vest he was wearing.
Calgary papers reject ad opposing Stampede event, group says
Reuters (June 29)
Two daily newspapers in Calgary, Alberta, are under fire from an animal rights group after they refused to publish an advertisement calling for a ban on the calf-roping event at the city's world famous Stampede rodeo.
Riding on Kruse control
Great Falls Tribune (June 29)
When a premier two-legged competitor draws a prime four-legged athlete in the rodeo arena, fans expect fireworks.
- PRCA news and notes: June 30, 2009
- Champions crowned at Reno Rodeo
- Cowboys geared up for Christmas in July
- Field set for finals at Reno Rodeo
- Etbauer holds on for win in Reno
- Hard Rock Hotel signs on for 2009 PBR World Finals
- Leads change at Reno Rodeo
- Buddy system works well at Reno Rodeo
- PBR minor league tour results June 19-20
- Reigning world champ dominates Reno Rodeo
- McTaggart wins Seminole Hard Rock Xtreme Bulls
Standings
| Rider | Earnings | ||
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| 1 | Kody Lostroh | 8,335.00 | $254,438 |
| 2 | Guilherme Marchi | 7,537.25 | $160,080 |
| 3 | J.B. Mauney | 7,228.25 | $163,366 |
| 4 | Valdiron de Oliveira | 5,879.25 | $87,439 |
| 5 | Zack Brown | 5,742.00 | $133,824 |
| 6 | Robson Palermo | 5,740.50 | $90,358 |
| 7 | Ryan McConnel | 5,370.50 | $82,086 |
| 8 | Wiley Petersen | 5,343.75 | $81,325 |
| 9 | Chris Shivers | 5,243.00 | $99,316 |
| 10 | Renato Nunes | 4,965.25 | $84,800 |
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Injury Report: Updated 6/30/09
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PBR - Brian Herman Brian "Pee Wee" Herman underwent surgery for multiple facial fractures sustained when he butted heads with bull Hell Yeah during the 2009 Professional Bull Riders Troy Dunn International in Australia. |
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PBR - McKennon Wimberly McKennon Wimberly underwent surgery to put a rod in his left leg for a broken tibia sustained when he fell behind the chutes. He will be out for 6-12 weeks. |
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PBR - Tanner Girletz Tanner Girletz sustained a concussion, scalp laceration, facial contusions, and right corneal abrasion when he was struck in the head by the bull's horn while hung up during the first round in Des Moines. The laceration was sutured in the training room. He is out of competition for 2-6 weeks. |
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PBR - Brendon Clark Brendon Clark (Morpeth, AUS) sustained a liver laceration, contusions of both lungs, and rib fractures when he was stepped on after being thrown from his bull during the second round at Omaha. He was released from the hospital April 30, and returned home to California to continue his recuperation.He will be out for 3-6 months. |
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PRCA - Wade Sumpter Steer wrestler Wade Sumpter tore his pectoral muscle in the first round of the 2008 WNFR and underwent surgery to reattach the muscle to the bone last December. Sumpter's rehabilitation is progressing according to schedule and he is on track to return to competition at the Reno Rodeo in June. |
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PRCA - Chad Ferley 2006 World Champ Saddle Bronc Rider Chad Ferley suffered a complete tear of the medial collateral ligament in his left knee April 10 at the DNCFR. Justin Sportsmedicine's Don Andrews said they do not anticipate the need for surgery, but Ferley will be out of action eight to nine weeks and wearing a brace. |
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PBR - Clayton Williams Clayton Williams underwent surgery on March 31st for recurrent right shoulder (riding arm) instability. He is expected to be out for six months. |
The Month Ahead
July 17-19, 2009
U.S. Border Patrol Invitational
Tulsa, Okla.
Aug. 1-2, 2009
San Antonio Invitational
San Antonio, Texas
PRCA
June 29-July 5
World's Oldest Rodeo
Prescott Rodeo Grounds
Prescott, Ariz.
• www.worldsoldestrodeo.com
July 1-4
Cody Stampede Rodeo
Cody Stampede Park
Cody, Wyo.
• www.codystampederodeo.com
Wrangler Million Dollar Tour
June 29-July 5
World's Oldest Rodeo
Prescott Rodeo Grounds
Prescott, Ariz.
• www.worldsoldestrodeo.com
July 1-4
Cody Stampede Rodeo
Cody Stampede Park
Cody, Wyo.
• www.codystampederodeo.com
Xtreme Bulls
July 5, 2009
Cody-Yellowstone Xtreme Bulls
Cody Stampede Rodeo Arena
Cody, Wyo.
