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It took Cade Passig years of working every job on the crew before he found his was to the microphone announcing for Mathews Land and Cattle. Growing up with a rope in his hand, Passig never wanted to do anything else—but rope. That led to life now: being the "conductor" at some of the biggest jackpots in the country, being a student of the game in both announcing and heeling steers, and being a dad to a little one who is already ate up with the sport. On this episode of The Score, Passig talks us through how he grew up and the grind that it was, how he found his was onto the M.L.C. crew, and how even though he doesn't hit the rodeo road "full time", he wouldn't change a thing. He takes listeners back to he and Chris Francis' win of the 2018 Bob Feist Invitational and how that helped shape his career, and what growing up with guys like Francis around made him realize how important raising his son, Hardy, in the same way truly is. This listen is long, but worth it, as is expected for a guy who ropes and talks for a living. Listen now for the Cade Passig story, brought to you by our friends at Fast Back Ropes.___This episode is presented by Fast Back Ropes. A longtime supporter of The Team Roping Journal, Fast Back takes pride in building quality ropes that offer the durability, performance, and consistency ropers can rely on. With a commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Fast Back continues to create products designed to bring value both in and out of the arena. Visit fastbackropes.com to shop ropes and gear, find a retailer, or download the latest catalog.
Chris Francis has won some of the sports biggest ropings, but much of his life happens behind the scenes at some of the biggest jackpots in the country.On this episode of The Score, Las Vegas, New Mexico's Francis talks about how he went from helping Oren Mathews gather cattle and work a truck roping to taking on a major role on the Mathews Land and Cattle crew. He explains what goes into managing cattle, putting on World Series of Team Roping jackpots across the Southwestern United States, and how he always knew his life would revolve around team roping.Along the way, Francis looks back on the wins that helped define his own roping career, including winning the 2018 Bob Feist Invitational with Cade Passig and claiming the Turquoise Circuit Finals average and year-end titles together. He shares how their partnership grew from Francis knowing Passig as a toddler to watching him become a 10 heeler, partner and little brother.Francis also gets honest about how his priorities have changed over time. His girls, wife Kenna and 8-year-old daughter Karstyn, are as involved in the industry as he is. Francis talks about how being a dad and husband to two cowgirls is his favorite job in the world, and what life looks like being their biggest fan and supporter.___This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare—an innovative approach to hindgut health and colic prevention. Designed with research-backed ingredients and a unique support program, when your horse is counting on you, you can count on ColiCare.ColiCare combines targeted digestive support with a program designed to help you stay ahead of potential issues—not just react to them. It's built on research, formulated to support a healthy gut environment, and backed by a unique benefit: eligible horses enrolled in the program may receive up to $15,000 in colic surgery reimbursement.Whether you're hauling, training hard, or just managing day-to-day stressors, your horse's digestive system is constantly under pressure. ColiCare is designed to help you manage those risks with confidence.Visit SmartEquine.com to learn more about how ColiCare can support your horse's long-term
Chris Francis has won some of the sports biggest ropings, but much of his life happens behind the scenes at some of the biggest jackpots in the country.On this episode of The Score, Las Vegas, New Mexico's Francis talks about how he went from helping Oren Mathews gather cattle and work a truck roping to taking on a major role on the Mathews Land and Cattle crew. He explains what goes into managing cattle, putting on World Series of Team Roping jackpots across the Southwestern United States, and how he always knew his life would revolve around team roping.Along the way, Francis looks back on the wins that helped define his own roping career, including winning the 2018 Bob Feist Invitational with Cade Passig and claiming the Turquoise Circuit Finals average and year-end titles together. He shares how their partnership grew from Francis knowing Passig as a toddler to watching him become a 10 heeler, partner and little brother.Francis also gets honest about how his priorities have changed over time. His girls, wife Kenna and 8-year-old daughter Karstyn, are as involved in the industry as he is. Francis talks about how being a dad and husband to two cowgirls is his favorite job in the world, and what life looks like being their biggest fan and supporter.___This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare—an innovative approach to hindgut health and colic prevention. Designed with research-backed ingredients and a unique support program, when your horse is counting on you, you can count on ColiCare.ColiCare combines targeted digestive support with a program designed to help you stay ahead of potential issues—not just react to them. It's built on research, formulated to support a healthy gut environment, and backed by a unique benefit: eligible horses enrolled in the program may receive up to $15,000 in colic surgery reimbursement.Whether you're hauling, training hard, or just managing day-to-day stressors, your horse's digestive system is constantly under pressure. ColiCare is designed to help you manage those risks with confidence.Visit SmartEquine.com to learn more about how ColiCare can support your horse's long-term
The end of June and Cowboy Christmas saw momentum build for numerous teams, especially ones who were in need.Lightning Aguilera and Kaden Profili kicked off a three-week span of huge ProRodeo team roping storylines, winning $30,740 over a two-week period at the end of June. Aguilera and Profili took home $20,868 a man the week of June 16-21, highlighted by wins at the Snake River Stampede in Nampa, Idaho, and the Silver State Stampede in Elko, Nevada. They rolled into another strong week June 24-28, pocketing $9,872 apiece with checks at the Reno Rodeo, West Of The Pecos Rodeo and Greeley Stampede.James Arviso and Levi Lord also got on a heater, winning the prestigious Reno Rodeo for $15,705 apiece. Their momentum rolled right into the Greeley Stampede where they won the average for $10,192 a man. That kicked off their Cowboy Christmas, and they ended up third in The Team Roping Journal's high-money earners calculations with $22,395 a man. Perhaps no bigger storyline came from Cody Snow and Lane Mitchell, however. Snow and Mitchell were the top earners over Cowboy Christmas, winning $30,192 a man. Their biggest hits came from the St. Paul Rodeo where they won $9,116 apiece and Greeley, winning $7,410 a man. The huge Fourth run moved them from outside the top 30 in the 2026 PRCA team roping world standings to right around the Top 15.On this episode of The Short Score, some of the biggest winners talk about their big weeks.____This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare—an innovative approach to hindgut health and colic prevention. Designed with research-backed ingredients and a unique support program, when your horse is counting on you, you can count on ColiCare.ColiCare combines targeted digestive support with a program designed to help you stay ahead of potential issues—not just react to them. It's built on research, formulated to support a healthy gut environment, and backed by a unique benefit: eligible horses enrolled in the program may receive up to $15,000 in colic surgery reimbursement.Whether you're hauling, training hard, or just managing day-to-day stressors, your horse's digestive system is constantly under pressure. ColiCare is designed to help you manage those risks with confidence.Visit SmartEquine.com to learn more about how ColiCare can support your horse's long-term
Old West paid out $1.37 million in Heber City, put some of the best rope horses in the industry on display and backed it all up with a horse sale that proved just how fast this side of the business is growing.Chelsea Shaffer sat down with Rhen Richard to reminisce on the week in Utah, from Richard winning $186,000 on five different horses to what those results say about his training program, his family's breeding program and where the rope horse industry is headed next.Richard breaks down why consistency at home has mattered so much in his program, and how the time spent getting young horses truly broke is starting to show up when it counts. He talks through the horses that stood out in Heber City, including the ones raised out of his family's mares, and why the best futurity horses now have to be built with more than one job in mind.The conversation then dives into the crossover between futurity horses, rodeo horses and jackpot horses, and why a strong foundation matters long after a horse leaves the show pen. Richard also explains what he wants judges to reward, from scoring and control to a horse that stays true to the cow and looks like it has a future beyond the futurity world.They also get into the Old West sale, the $1 million bonus opportunity and what it means as more owners, breeders, trainers and ropers start buying into the system. With millions changing hands and more money on the line than ever, Old West is helping shape what the next era of the rope horse business looks like.If you want to understand where the rope horse industry is headed, this episode is a good place to start.Check out this episode to hear the full conversation.---This episode is brought to you by Old West Futurities. Old West isn't just raising the bar—we're redefining what's possible in the rope horse industry. With more than $1.12 million paid out in Guthrie and over $1.37 million paid out in Heber City, Old West has quickly become one of the premier destinations for Heading, Heeling, and Breakaway competition.With record-setting horse sales, industry-leading payouts, exclusive Sale Graduate incentives, and a $1 Million Bonus opportunity, Old West is where legends are made and records are broken.Learn more about our futurities and horse sales at OldWest.com.
Cooper Freeman grew up in Carthage, Missouri, surrounded by roping. His parents bought an indoor arena, steakhouse and western store when he was young, and Freeman grew up in the middle of jackpot team ropings, barrel races and weekend events.By 14, he was amateur rodeoing. At 19, he bought his PRCA permit and made a run through the Great Lakes Circuit. He spent two years at Cisco College, where Tyler and Brittany Worley gave him a place to live, horses to ride and the kind of help that made rodeoing for a living feel a little more possible.Now, at 23, Freeman is sitting No. 1 in the world on the heel side with Korbin Rice, with more than $112,000 won so far in 2026. They won RodeoHouston in their first trip there, after rodeoing their way in at the start of the 2026 season, and just recently added a win at the Snake River Stampede in Nampa, Idaho, to their list.Freeman calls Houston the coolest rodeo he's ever been to, and months later, he still catches himself daydreaming about it. With Rice turning steers and Freeman keeping things simple on the back side, the two are living out the kind of season kids play out in the practice pen.Check out the episode to learn more about the No. 1 man on the heel side.About Fast Back RopesThis episode is presented by Fast Back Ropes. A longtime supporter of The Team Roping Journal, Fast Back takes pride in building quality ropes that offer the durability, performance, and consistency ropers can rely on. With a commitment to craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction, Fast Back continues to create products designed to bring value both in and out of the arena. Visit fastbackropes.com to shop ropes and gear, find a retailer, or download the latest catalog.
After eight years and more than 3 million downloads, Chelsea Shaffer is handing The Score's reins to the Team Roping Journal's newest hire, Calli Montague.Montague, known to most as “Frank's daughter,” grew up with a rope in her hand and engulfed in the world of team roping from the beginning. A South Texas native who now calls the Texas Panhandle home, Montague came up through West Texas A&M before landing in the American Quarter Horse Association communications department.She spent years waiting for her shot at Team Roping Journal, even after getting told she wasn't ready the first time she asked. She listened, got to work, and came back when another opportunity presented itself in the spring of 2025.On this episode, Shaffer and Montague sit down for a proper introduction before officially passing the torch. Montague opens up about growing up going to ProRodeos, having a front-row seat to the early 2000s team roping scene, and how she found her way from a communications job to covering jackpots and rodeos full time. She talks about the weekend jackpot crowd and what being a part of it means to her career, how special it is to tell the stories of the ones entering every weekend, and just how much she loves team roping—and talking.The TRJ ladies also dig into what the next chapter of The Score looks like, including Montague's plans to dig into the existing archives, shine a light on the weekend warriors and build the kind of relationships where guys call her first when something happens instead of the other way around.---This episode is brought to you by The Dead Horse Ranch. The Dead Horse Ranch is an elite equine facility located outside of Santa Fe, NM. The property sprawls over +- 6,100 acres and includes multiple houses, over 100 horse stalls, an indoor arena and multiple outdoor riding areas. This unique ranch is turnkey and offers usability as well as upscale luxury. The Dead Horse Ranch is proudly offered for sale by Michael Gregory Jr. Real Estate. To see more visit thedeadhorseranch.com.
Korbin Rice grew up in Hobbs, New Mexico roping calves with his brother. By his freshman year of high school, they'd switched to team roping full time. By his senior year, he'd made up his mind to rodeo for a living—even though nobody in his family had ever done it.His rookie year, he and Caleb Hendricks drove everywhere. One horse apiece, never got on a plane. He figured out the entering as he went, and eventually landed at Chad Masters' place in Lipan and the rest was history. From Masters came Papa Rock, the sorrel that Rice owes most of his big wins to over these last few years. He was crowned the 2026 RodeoHouston champion with Cooper Freeman, won the Ariat WSTR Finale Open with Jake Edwards back in 2024, and is now sitting No. 1 in the world on the head side with $101,329 won so far. Korbin Rice is a name you ought to write down and remember, we have a feeling he isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Check out this episode to hear his story. ---This episode is brought to you by The Dead Horse Ranch. The Dead Horse Ranch is an elite equine facility located outside of Santa Fe, NM. The property sprawls over +- 6,100 acres and includes multiple houses, over 100 horse stalls, an indoor arena and multiple outdoor riding areas. This unique ranch is turnkey and offers usability as well as upscale luxury. The Dead Horse Ranch is proudly offered for sale by Michael Gregory Jr. Real Estate. To see more visit thedeadhorseranch.com
Jake Smith and Douglas Rich head into the 2026 ProRodeo summer run with plenty of momentum after winning the Music City Rodeo in Nashville. In this episode of The Short Score, Smith and Rich break down their win, which moved them to No. 2 in the PRCA world standings and talk about how building confidence before the busiest stretch of the season is so important. Smith and Rich share how their consistent approach paid off in Nashville's three-head aggregate format, plus what horses they rode.____This episode is brought to you by SmartPak and ColiCare. Colic is one of the leading causes of emergency vet visits—and it's something every horse owner worries about. That's why SmartPak developed ColiCare, a comprehensive approach to hindgut health and colic prevention.ColiCare combines targeted digestive support with a program designed to help you stay ahead of potential issues—not just react to them. It's built on research, formulated to support a healthy gut environment, and backed by a unique benefit: eligible horses enrolled in the program may receive up to $15,000 in colic surgery reimbursement.Whether you're hauling, training hard, or just managing day-to-day stressors, your horse's digestive system is constantly under pressure. ColiCare is designed to help you manage those risks with confidence.Visit SmartPakEquine.com to learn more about how ColiCare can support your horse's long-term health.
In this special episode of Mornings in D-Minor, hosts Drew and Shane broadcasted live from the South Point Hotel and Casino during the NFR (National Finals Rodeo) to celebrate Resistol Day, brought to you by EQNSports.The hosts were joined by Western industry leaders Dustin Noblitt (President of Cactus Ropes/Pro Rodeo Originals) and Devon Markham (Resistol Hats) for a lively, candid conversation about the booming revival of cowboy culture. The group discussed the massive influx of newcomers to the Western lifestyle since 2020 and how iconic brands like Resistol are embracing this growth by teaching youth and newcomers how to carry themselves—both inside and outside the arena.Devon and Dustin also shared an inside look at the prestigious Resistol Rookie of the Year luncheon, the competitive dynamics of team roping, and the highly anticipated announcement of the Resistol Man of the Year. Plus, the crew took a humorous trip down memory lane, recalling a famous altercation in Denver and Drew's questionable past attempts at ironing a sport coat.Key Takeaways from the Episode:The Post-COVID Western Boom: How the mainstream media and the public have turned back toward the "Cowboy Code" and authentic Western values.The Power of the Cowboy Hat: Why walking down the streets of New York City in a Resistol hat commands instant respect and a sense of wholesome security.Resistol Rookie of the Year: The legacy, rules, and prestige behind a buckle that a pro rodeo athlete only gets one shot in their lifetime to win.Shaping the Next Generation: The impact of Team Resistol at the High School Finals and mentoring young athletes on social media etiquette and professionalism.Dustin Noblitt's "Even Keel" Leadership: Devon and Drew shared appreciation for Dustin's humble, steady approach to growing the industry.Related Links & Resources:Follow the action live at WSTRoping.comCatch up on more rodeo coverage powered by Holiday Auto Group on EQN Sports.Keywords: Resistol Day, National Finals Rodeo, Cowboy Culture, Resistol Hats, Cactus Ropes, Pro Rodeo Rookie of the Year, Team Roping, Western Lifestyle, South Point Las Vegas.
Sterlin English is used to seeing his name at the pay window. Now it shows up in the cast list of Taylor Sheridan's newest project.The team roper plays Austin Lewis on "The Dutton Ranch," the latest Yellowstone spinoff. The first two episodes dropped early May 15 on Paramount+, with new episodes streaming weekly for the next seven weeks.English, who won the US Finals in 2015 at 12 with his father, booked the role right before winning the Riata Championships in 2025. He flew from set to Guthrie, Oklahoma, came back from the 30th call-back in the #14.5 with Miles Baker and won more than $17,400. He won the #12.5 with Trey Southern the same week and picked up the 6-and-under bonus on Shiney Lil Peso.He filmed for roughly six months opposite Cole Hauser, Kelly Reilly, Annette Bening and Juan Pablo Raba.The door opened early. English's father once ran a ranch for actor Kiefer Sutherland and worked on "The Cowboy Way." Stunt coordinator Chris Howell gave English his first SAG gig. Stunt work, MMA training with Clint Roberts and a stretch crashing at Chad Daschenau's place in California built the foundation. COVID-era self-tapes brought a manager, agents and eventually the Sheridan audition.He is not chasing the NFR. He plans to keep jackpotting—the Riata, the World Series of Team Roping Finale—while taking on more film and television work. He proposed to his fiancée, Jayden, on the New York premiere trip after sprinting through DFW with 60 seconds to spare.His gear stayed his own on set: Cactus Thriller head ropes, Resistol hat, Wrangler shirts, his own boots. But his famous lucky pair with the holes did not make the wardrobe cut.Hit play for the full conversation.---This episode is brought to you by The Dead Horse Ranch. The Dead Horse Ranch is an elite equine facility located outside of Santa Fe, NM. The property sprawls over +- 6,100 acres and includes multiple houses, over 100 horse stalls, an indoor arena and multiple outdoor riding areas. This unique ranch is turnkey and offers usability as well as upscale luxury. The Dead Horse Ranch is proudly offered for sale by Michael Gregory Jr. Real Estate. To see more visit thedeadhorseranch.com
Texas cowgirl Kayelen Helton joins The Score's Calli Montague to talk about balancing a full-time career as a licensed professional counselor with life in the arena, while still competing at a high level in both breakaway and team roping.Helton talks growing up in Texas junior rodeo, competing through the amateur and college ranks at Tarleton State, and now a mainstay in the jackpotting scene. The conversation dives deep into the mental side of competition, how Helton's counseling career has shaped her mindset in the arena, and why routine, horsemanship and confidence still matter more than ever. She also shares her thoughts on developing rope horses, the importance of finding horses that fit your style, and what she's learned since stepping into the breeding world with her stallion Cat Man San.From winning on the all-girl team roping side to building a program around horses she believes in, Helton offers an honest look at what it takes to compete while balancing career, horses and life outside the arena.About Cactus RopesCactus Ropes has been trusted by the best in the world for more than 25 years. Whether you're reaching for The Future, the C4 or a breakaway rope like the Tsunami, Cactus Ropes are built by ropers, for ropers. See the full lineup at cactusropes.com.
Trace Adkins sang for the opening night concert in Miles City at the World Famous Bucking Horse Sale on Thursday. We had a chance to visit with to music icon!#priefert#wrangler#Justinboots#resistol#m2ranchjerky#jeffcrockettmemorialfoundation#worldfamousbuckinghorsesale#cowboychannel
Winter and spring have flown by on the 2026 ProRodeo season with the summer right around the corner. On this episode of The Short Score, some of the spring's biggest winners talk about their wins.Lightning Aguilera and Wyatt Cox claimed the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo thanks to a $24,218-a-man rodeo. From there, the biggest hit of the year came in RodeoHouston, where Korbin Rice and Cooper Freeman delivered a statement win with a 4.6 in the four-man, pocketing over $65,000 apiece. From Houston to Austin where Tanner Tomlinson and Coleby Payne secured their second winter win with an 11.6 on three head.The Texas Swing wrapped in San Angelo, where Kaleb Driggers and Junior Nogueira added another win to their resume with an 18.7 on four head, earning $9,453 each. Out west, Jr. Dees and Landen Glenn picked up their first major win of the season in California, finishing with a 29.8 on four head to take home $10,920 apiece. ____This episode is brought to you by SmartEquine and ColiCare. Colic is one of the leading causes of emergency vet visits—and it's something every horse owner worries about. That's why SmartEquine developed ColiCare, a comprehensive approach to hindgut health and colic prevention.ColiCare combines targeted digestive support with a program designed to help you stay ahead of potential issues—not just react to them. It's built on research, formulated to support a healthy gut environment, and backed by a unique benefit: eligible horses enrolled in the program may receive up to $15,000 in colic surgery reimbursement.Whether you're hauling, training hard, or just managing day-to-day stressors, your horse's digestive system is constantly under pressure. ColiCare is designed to help you manage those risks with confidence.Visit SmartEquine.com to learn more about how ColiCare can support your horse's long-term health.
This episode of The Score wasn't planned—but it turned into one of the most meaningful conversations we've had.Fresh off a dominant showing at the U.S. Finals, three-time World Champion Jade Corkill sat down for an extended, unfiltered conversation that goes far beyond the pay window. After taking the #16.5 with his son Colby and the Open with Tanner Tomlinson, Corkill opens up to TRJ's Calli Montague about what that moment really meant—and why, in his words, it felt like a world championship.What follows is a candid look at the evolution of a competitor. Corkill reflects on the shift from chasing titles to finding fulfillment in watching the next generation rise—especially when that next generation is your own kid. He breaks down the mental side of team roping at an elite level, from handling pressure and staying present to the simple truth that most competitors beat themselves before the steer is ever roped.It's equal parts philosophy, fatherhood, and high-level strategy—told in a way only someone who's lived it can explain. Whether you rope or not, this episode hits on something bigger: perspective, growth, and what it actually means to win.---This episode is brought to you by The Dead Horse Ranch. The Dead Horse Ranch is an elite equine facility located outside of Santa Fe, NM. The property sprawls over +- 6,100 acres and includes multiple houses, over 100 horse stalls, an indoor arena and multiple outdoor riding areas. This unique ranch is turnkey and offers usability as well as upscale luxury. The Dead Horse Ranch is proudly offered for sale by Michael Gregory Jr. Real Estate. To see more visit thedeadhorseranch.com
Battle Born Broncs will return to Fallon, NV for the fifth time this weekend. We talked to Darcie Spero from Battle Born Boots about Battle Born Broncs.
Fun visit with Paster Gary Bell about the very first Living for the Brand Cowboy Church Rodeo in Athens, TX
The money in team roping has never been bigger—and most ropers still don't realize how deep it goes.In this crossover episode with Solo Select, industry leaders break down the full earning potential across futurities, Riata, Old West, Royal Crown, and the Global Handicap System. From 4-year-olds with million-dollar upside to everyday ropers stacking checks, this episode maps out where the money is, how to access it and why the pipeline has never been stronger.You'll hear:How team roping surpassed $120 million annually in payoutsThe real earning potential of futurity horses (hint: it's bigger than advertised)How intermediate and non-pro ropers are winning serious moneyWhy tracking earnings and pedigrees is changing the breeding gameThe full lifecycle of a rope horse—from yearling to jackpot winnerWhy youth roping is outpacing every other sport in earningsIf you rope, own horses, or are thinking about getting into the futurity game, this is the clearest look yet at where the industry is headed—and how to get your piece of it.
The money in team roping has never been bigger—and most ropers still don't realize how deep it goes.In this crossover episode with Solo Select, industry leaders break down the full earning potential across futurities, Riata, Old West, Royal Crown, and the Global Handicap System. From 4-year-olds with million-dollar upside to everyday ropers stacking checks, this episode maps out where the money is, how to access it and why the pipeline has never been stronger.You'll hear:How team roping surpassed $120 million annually in payoutsThe real earning potential of futurity horses (hint: it's bigger than advertised)How intermediate and non-pro ropers are winning serious moneyWhy tracking earnings and pedigrees is changing the breeding gameThe full lifecycle of a rope horse—from yearling to jackpot winnerWhy youth roping is outpacing every other sport in earningsIf you rope, own horses, or are thinking about getting into the futurity game, this is the clearest look yet at where the industry is headed—and how to get your piece of it.
In this episode of Mornings in D Minor, hosts Dru Stewart and Shane Minor looked back on their broadcast from the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. They were joined by two legends of the rodeo world: Ryan Growney, General Manager of the South Point, and Hall of Fame announcer Jeff Medders.The group dove into the high-energy atmosphere of last year's World Series of Team Roping. They shared an incredible story about an impromptu, late-night performance by country music icon Wynonna Judd, who joined Aaron Watson on stage after a sold-out show.The conversation also shifted to the logistical marvels required behind the scenes. The guests detailed the rigorous health and safety protocols that were in place for the 3,500 horses on-site and the scientific precision used to manage the world-class arena dirt. Jeff and Ryan also shared their personal journeys in the industry, reflecting on Jeff's transition from sports broadcasting to rodeo and Ryan's path to becoming one of the youngest GMs on the Vegas Strip. The episode concluded with a look at the "cowboy culture" that defined that week in Vegas and a recap of the massive Riata Horse Sale.
ProRodeo's World Champions made history - Invited to the White House to visit with and meet the President. I talked to two of those World Champions... Cole Patterson and Jake Long
After stepping away from competition for two years due to multiple surgeries, 2020 Cinch Timed Event Champ Taylor Santos returned to the CTEC for the 2026 Ironman title for $100,000.Santos breaks down his surgeries, recovery, months of rehab and the mental battle of not knowing if he'd ever compete at the highest level again. He shares how he decided he was ready to come back, the horsepower that carried him through all five events, how his wife stayed steady and encouraging and what the emotional win meant for his family after years of setbacks.The Score's Chelsea Shaffer caught up with Santos in the arena at the Lazy E after his second Ironman title.__This episode is presented by Fast Back Ropes. For close to thirty years Fast Back Ropes has been developing best selling ropes by listening to our customers. Fast Back offers a variety of ropes with a size, weight and style to fit every team roper.More from The ScoreThe Short Score: Winter Rodeo Catchup 2026How Team Roping Hooked Former UFC Fighter Travis BrowneThe Short Score: 2025 NFR Average + World Champs Ward and LongThe Short Score: Aguilera and Profili Win Round 9 of the 2025 NFR
We talk to saddle bronc rider and World Standings Leader Rusty Wright about what's been a comeback season for him so far in 2026.
The Short Score is back in 2026 as the winter rodeo run is well underway. One of the winter's biggest rodeos wrapped up in February with the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, introducing some newer names on top. Corben Culley and Trent Vaught took home the 2026 Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo win after a 5.4 in the clean-slate finals. They pocketed $24,900 a man and join this episode of The Short Score.The end of February also wrapped up the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo, and Lightning Aguilera and Wyatt Cox came out on top. Aguilera and Cox were 3.8 in the short round and took the win with the most money won at $24,218 a man. Arizona had La Fiesta De Los Vaqueros -- The Tucson Rodeo as well. Brye Crites and Ross Ashford came out on top with a 9.9 on two head for $7,034 a man winning $12,709 apiece with the round monies.
Anita Ellis from Blackfoot, ID joins us to talk about coming back from a traumatic brain injury to win the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo
In this episode, we sit down with Travis Browne, a former UFC heavyweight contender who has traded the octagon for the roping box and embraced life as a team roper.Travis talks candidly about what it's like to go from the elite level of one sport to being brand new in another, and how quickly team roping humbled him. From missing steers at his first jackpot to learning horsemanship, pressure, and patience, he shares the challenges and the rush that hooked him on the sport.We also dive into how his background as a professional fighter shaped his mindset, coachability, and approach to learning, why team roping has become a family affair, and what he loves most about the people and culture in the industry.It's an honest conversation about starting over, being willing to fail, and finding joy in the process. Whether you're new to team roping or have been in it your whole life, this episode is a reminder of why this sport pulls people in and keeps them coming back.---Episode sponsored by DECHRA: Every horse deserves to feel their best. That's why veterinarians trust Dechra Veterinary Products — a global leader in equine health. From joint comfort and mobility to reproduction, skin and eye care, and essential fluid therapy, our solutions support horses through every stage of life. When your veterinarian recommends Dechra products, you can be confident your horse is receiving high-quality, proven care. Because at Dechra, we're dedicated to helping your horse live healthier, longer, stronger.
In this episode, we sit down with Travis Browne, a former UFC heavyweight contender who has traded the octagon for the roping box and embraced life as a team roper.Travis talks candidly about what it's like to go from the elite level of one sport to being brand new in another, and how quickly team roping humbled him. From missing steers at his first jackpot to learning horsemanship, pressure, and patience, he shares the challenges and the rush that hooked him on the sport.We also dive into how his background as a professional fighter shaped his mindset, coachability, and approach to learning, why team roping has become a family affair, and what he loves most about the people and culture in the industry.It's an honest conversation about starting over, being willing to fail, and finding joy in the process. Whether you're new to team roping or have been in it your whole life, this episode is a reminder of why this sport pulls people in and keeps them coming back.---Episode sponsored by DECHRA: Every horse deserves to feel their best. That's why veterinarians trust Dechra Veterinary Products — a global leader in equine health. From joint comfort and mobility to reproduction, skin and eye care, and essential fluid therapy, our solutions support horses through every stage of life. When your veterinarian recommends Dechra products, you can be confident your horse is receiving high-quality, proven care. Because at Dechra, we're dedicated to helping your horse live healthier, longer, stronger.
Andrew Ward and Jake Long got the second NFR average titles of their careers and their first world titles in 2025.Ward and Long went 3.9 seconds in Round 10 of the 2025 NFR to split the round win and take home the average title with a 44.0 on nine steers. It also sealed the deal on the world championship, bringing them to $373,838.26 and $372,091.71 on the year. Ward and Long join The Short Score to talk about their run, the wins and more.__This episode is brought to you by Oz Ona Hot Streak,, the Nebraska-raised stallion built for both AQHA gold and NFR pressure. Oz is the 2019 AQHA Jr. Heading World Champion, a top-ten heeler, and the first stallion with that title to rope inside the Thomas & Mack. During the NFR, Solo Select is offering $500 off every Oz breeding. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940-580-0156.
Lightning Aguilera and Kaden Profili topped Round 9 of the 2025 NFR for their third round win.Aguilera and Profili pocketed another $36,667.95 apiece for their 3.4-second run. They've collected $130,846.52 a man inside the Thomas & Mack to jump from 15th and 14th in the world to sixth and fifth.Heading into Round 10, Kolton Schmidt and Jonathan Torres continue to lead the aggregate after a 4.3 in Round 9, as well as the world standings with $294,451.12 and $286,185.02, respectively. Kaleb Driggers and Junior Nogueira have moved up in the world standings again, now sitting third and second, trailing by $19,714.53 and $11,448.43. Andrew Ward and Jake Long sit second in the aggregate, behind Schmidt and Torres by 7.1 seconds. They're also fifth and fourth in the world, sitting $47,472.13 and $40,952.58 behind the world leaders.___This episode is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the stallion that wins everywhere he goes. AQHA World Champion. PRCA champion. Calgary champion. And now the first AQHA World Champion stallion ever to rope at the NFR. Oz breedings are $500 off all NFR long. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940
Kolton Schmidt and Jonathan Torres not only won Round 8 of the 2025 NFR, they officially lead the pack.Schmidt and Torres turned in a 3.8-second run for the round win to give them the lead in the average with a 28.7 on seven head and the lead in the world standings with $279,074.24 and $270,808.14, respectively. They've raked in $159,136.03 a man to skyrocket from 14th and 15th in the world to No. 1. They join The Short Score for the third time this week to talk through their run and their world-championship chances.___This episode is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the record-breaking grey from Nebraska. AQHA World Champion. PRCA money winner. And the first stallion with an AQHA world title to rope at the NFR. Solo Select is offering $500 off all Oz breedings during the NFR. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940-580-0156.
Dawson and Dillon Graham were back for their second go-round win at the 2025 NFR after winning the Round 7 team roping fight.The Grahams turned in a 3.5-second run for $36,667.95 apiece to push them to fifth in the world standings with $229,858.23. They join The Short Score to talk about their round win, their first solo win.___This episode of The Short Score is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the stallion who brings the same run every time. AQHA World Champion. Major rodeo winner. And the first AQHA World Champion stallion ever to rope at the NFR. Oz breedings are $500 off during the entire NFR. Lock
Tanner Tomlinson and Travis Graves got their first round win of the 2025 NFR in Round 6. Tomlinson and Graves came within one-tenth of a second of the Thomas & Mack arena record with a 3.4-second run to pocket $36,667.95 apiece.The win puts Tomlinson No. 1 in the world with $276,605.71 and Graves No. 2 with $242,717.48. It also puts them fourth in the aggregate. They join The Short Score to talk about their win, a horse change and more.___This episode is brought to you by Oz Ona Hot Streak,, the Nebraska-raised stallion built for both AQHA gold and NFR pressure. Oz is the 2019 AQHA Jr. Heading World Champion, a top-ten heeler, and
Kolton Schmidt and Jonathan Torres were back for another round win at the 2025 NFR, this time on their own.Schmidt and Torres took the Round 5 with a 3.7-second run for $36,667.95 a man Dec. 8. The win pushed Schmidt to fifth in the world with $223,776.61 and Torres to fourth with $215,510.51 on the year. Schmidt and Torres join The Short Score to break down their win.___This episode is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the stallion that wins everywhere he goes. AQHA World Champion. PRCA champion. Calgary champion. And now the first AQHA World Champion stallion ever to rope at the NFR. Oz breedings are $500
The reigning World Champs Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp joined Dustin Egusquiza and Levi Lord atop the Round 4 team roping leaderboard at the 2025 NFR.Wade and Thorp and Egusquiza and Lord turned in 3.8-second runs to split the round for $32,823.73 apiece. The win comes as redemption for both teams after two no-times for Wade and Thorp and a no-time in Round 3 for Egusquiza and Lord.Both teams join The Short Score to talk about their Round 4 win.___This episode is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the record-breaking grey from Nebraska. AQHA World Champion. PRCA money winner. And the first stallion with an AQHA world title to rope at the NFR. Solo Select is offering $500 off all Oz breedings during the NFR. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940-580-0156.
Clinton visits with Denny Gentry, a legend whose influence runs through every corner of modern team roping. Denny founded the USTRC in 1990, launched the World Series of Team Roping in 2006, and played a major role in developing the Riata Stallion Incentive in 2022. Alongside his wife Connie, Denny spent decades building the systems, opportunities and incentives that reshaped the sport into what it is today. This episode is team roping history, industry insight and hard-earned truth all rolled into one unforgettable conversation.
The reigning World Champs Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp joined Dustin Egusquiza and Levi Lord atop the Round 4 team roping leaderboard at the 2025 NFR.Wade and Thorp and Egusquiza and Lord turned in 3.8-second runs to split the round for $32,823.73 apiece. The win comes as redemption for both teams after two no-times for Wade and Thorp and a no-time in Round 3 for Egusquiza and Lord.Both teams join The Short Score to talk about their Round 4 win.___This episode is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the record-breaking grey from Nebraska. AQHA World Champion. PRCA money winner. And the first stallion with an AQHA world title to rope at the NFR. Solo Select is offering $500 off all Oz breedings during the NFR. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940-580-0156.
The third round of the 2025 NFR was crowded at the top of the team roping with a three-way tie for first.Dawson Graham and Dillon Graham took an early lead in the round with a 3.8-second run as the second team out. Lightning Aguilera and Kaden Profili and Kolton Schmidt and Jonathan Torres joined the 3.8-second club back-to-back. All six men pocketed $29,176.65.The Short Score caught up with the Grahams, Aguilera, Profili, Schmidt and Torres after their runs.___This episode of The Short Score is presented by Oz On A Hot Streak, the stallion who brings the same run every time. AQHA World Champion. Major rodeo winner. And the first AQHA World Champion stallion ever to rope at the NFR. Oz breedings are $500 off during the entire NFR. Lock
Jake Smith got his first NFR go-round win, taking top honors in Round 2 of the 2025 Finals with Douglas Rich.Smith and Rich turned in a 3.9-second run for $36,667.95 a man. After the round, they unofficially moved to fourth in the world standings with $194,087.46 and $183,337.45, respectively.They join The Short Score to talk about their win.___This episode is brought to you by Oz Ona Hot Streak,, the Nebraska-raised stallion built for both AQHA gold and NFR pressure. Oz is the 2019 AQHA Jr. Heading World Champion, a top-ten heeler, and the first stallion with that title to rope inside the Thomas & Mack. During the NFR, Solo Select is offering $500 off every Oz breeding. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940-580-0156.
The first team out of the 2025 NFR took top honors in the team roping with Lightning Aguilera and Kaden Profili stunning the field.The pair of two-time NFR qualifiers set the pace with a 4.0-second run that stayed No. 1 for the remaining 14 teams. Aguilera and Profili pocketed $36,667.95 apiece to bump them to No. 8 and 7 in the world with $161,403.70 and $160,203.50, respectively. The round was a first for Aguilera and a second for Profili, and they join The Short Score to break down their win.__This episode is brought to you by Oz On A Hot Streak, the 2015 grey stallion rewriting what a rope horse can do. Oz is the 2019 AQHA Junior Heading World Champion, a top-ten heeler the same year, and now the first AQHA World Champion stallion ever to compete at the NFR. Dec. 4, is officially National Oz Day, and Solo Select is celebrating with a Buy-One-Get-One breeding special, today only. Starting tomorrow Dec. 5, mare owners get $500 off every Oz breeding during the NFR. Lock your contract in at SoloSelectHorses.com or by calling Madison at 940-580-0156.
Taylor Munsell enters the 2025 National Finals Breakaway Roping as the number-one roper in the world — a milestone built through five seasons of resilience, growth, and relentless pursuit of improvement. A five-time NFBR qualifier, Taylor has transformed early learning curves into the confidence and consistency that now define her presence in the arena.In this episode, Taylor reflects on her early years when every rodeo felt like a lesson, every run was an adjustment, and experience had to be earned the hard way. She explains how those seasons forged the maturity that allowed her to operate with clarity and purpose this year — roping with confidence, staying aggressive behind the barrier, and giving herself a chance to win every time she backed in the box.Taylor also opens up about her horsepower, the systems she has built around her program, and how she managed the pressure of entering the last stretch of the season while sitting near the top of the standings. From handling tough draws to trusting her preparation to leaning on her support crew, Taylor brings honesty and sharp competitive insight into what it takes to stay at the highest level of women's rodeo.Her story represents the very best of breakaway roping — discipline, evolution, horsemanship, and the determination to turn years of trial and error into the season of her career.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Josie Conner has become one of breakaway roping's most refined and rapidly evolving athletes — a competitor whose discipline, self-awareness, and hunger to improve have transformed her into a consistent NFBR threat. With four NFBR qualifications and a climb from the bubble to the top of the standings, Josie enters Vegas with a level of maturity earned through experience, humility, and intentional growth.In this episode, Josie breaks down the early years of her career — when she believed pro rodeo might be “a cakewalk,” only to realize how much evolution the sport demands. She reflects on finishing 15th and 14th, the hard lessons learned, and the mindset shift that forced her to get better, change things, and step into a new tier of competition.Her story embodies the essence of breakaway roping today — evolution, grit, horsemanship, self-awareness, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Shelby Boisjoli-Meged is one of the most respected athletes in professional breakaway roping — a world champion, a six-time NFBR qualifier, and a competitor who blends precision, grit, and world-class horsemanship. Her 2025 journey captures the full reality of rodeo: the slumps, the streaks, the lonely miles, and the moments that remind you why you chase this lifestyle in the first place.In this episode, Shelby opens up about the toughest stretch of her season — missing calves, flying back and forth between U.S. and Canadian rodeos, and running on no sleep — and how she climbed out of it through discipline and relentless practice. Her breakthrough win at Calgary became the turning point, followed by another major victory at Colorado Springs that secured her sixth NFBR back number.Shelby shares how she manages her multi-horse lineup — Anna's experience, Madonna's grit, and Root Beer's fire — while balancing both futurity and pro rodeo schedules. She also talks about traveling alone while Haven pursued tie-down points, how her perspective has evolved over six NFBR qualifications, and why entering Vegas without the No. 1 target on her back gives her a different kind of freedom.Her story is a powerful, honest picture of what makes today's breakaway athletes truly exceptional — resilience, adaptability, horsemanship, mental toughness, and deep belief in the work behind the win.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Rylee George has solidified herself as one of the most composed, consistent, and quietly fierce competitors in professional breakaway roping. A two-time NFBR qualifier, Rylee brings an energy that never wavers — confident at the barrier, sharp in her delivery, and unbothered by pressure. Her style is simple and deadly: trust her horses, trust her draw, and never waste a calf that gives her a chance.In this episode, Rylee breaks down how her performance at last year's NFBR reshaped her belief in herself. Winning the first round — and three total rounds — gave her the confidence to attack the 2025 season with purpose and poise. She also shares how Deputy's scoring, Royce's speed, and Wonder's summer strength all played vital roles in her success.Rylee opens up about mapping her rodeo strategy, studying payouts, and capitalizing on rodeos that offered big money. She talks about jump-riding in California, traveling with Regan Cotton, balancing long summer hauls, and refining her roping in preparation for Kimes Ranch and Vegas.Her story embodies the heart of modern breakaway roping — discipline, horsemanship, grit, mental strength, and total commitment to the run in front of her.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Hali Williams stands among the most disciplined, mentally mature athletes in women's rodeo today. A three-time NFBR qualifier, Hali blends fierce competitiveness with deep faith, intentional preparation, and a wisdom far beyond her years. Her journey is one of growth — learning when to push, when to reset, and how to compete with purpose instead of pressure.In this episode, Hali opens up about the burnout she faced early in her career and how stepping back helped her rediscover her “why.” She shares the mental shift that changed everything, the horsepower lineup that carried her through the toughest setups of the season, and the discipline required to stay consistent across hundreds of runs. From navigating expectations to strengthening her identity outside the arena, Hali's transparency offers a powerful look at what it takes to compete at the highest level.Her story reflects the core of modern breakaway roping — grit, humility, faith, and unwavering dedication to mastering both the physical and mental sides of the sport.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Aspen Miller has quickly become one of the most compelling rookies in professional breakaway roping — humble, sincere, and grounded, with a calm nature that becomes a competitive weapon in high-pressure moments. Her breakout season was defined by early-year momentum, standout horsepower, and the overwhelming support of the people in her corner.In this episode, Aspen opens up about her Texas run that set her year on fire, the confidence she built through her horse Jigsaw, and how she managed both the highs of big wins and the lows of tough summer stretches. She talks about learning patience, trusting her draws, and leaning on the breakaway sisterhood — from her lifelong friends to the women she now competes against at the highest level. Aspen's gratitude for her family, her rig-mates, and everyone who poured into her journey shines through every part of her story.Her rise showcases everything that makes breakaway roping special — humility, faith, family support, deep horsemanship, and the courage to keep believing in your dream even when the road gets long.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Cheyanne McCartney is one of the most versatile, talented, and mentally tough cowgirls in professional breakaway roping — a four-time NFBR qualifier whose story is built on resilience, horsemanship, and an unwavering commitment to showing up, no matter how tough the season gets.In this episode, Cheyanne takes us through one of the most powerful comeback arcs in rodeo. After missing the NFBR for the first time in 2024, she faced the difficult decision to come home, rehab her body, rebuild her confidence, and prepare for the events she still believed she could win. That choice paid off — with a major AQHA World Championship title and the momentum she needed to come into the new year hungry and focused.Through every story, Cheyanne's growth stands out — her patience, her perspective, her ability to stay grounded in the chaos of summer, and her commitment to trusting her horses in any setup. She embodies what it means to evolve with the sport and to get better, sharper, and tougher with every season.Her journey reflects everything that makes breakaway roping special — grit, faith, family, horsemanship, and the kind of determination that turns setbacks into stepping stones.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Maddy Deerman returns to the NFBR with more strategy, maturity, and competitive fire than ever before. Known for her analytical mind and confident presence in the arena, Maddy brings a refreshing honesty to the sport — breaking down both the mental and physical adjustments she made after experiencing the whirlwind pace of her first NFBR appearance.In this episode, Maddy talks about the speed, chaos, and learning curves that caught her off guard during her rookie finals, and how those lessons shaped her preparation for her second trip to Vegas. She shares her horsepower plan heading into the Kimes Ranch and NFBR — rotating three horses to keep them sharp — and why she's entering this year with a calmer mind and clearer expectations. From the evolution of her identity (and her upcoming name change to Jacobs) to understanding who she is as a competitor, Maddy's story blends humor, grit, and a deep desire to grow.Her journey represents the heart of today's breakaway generation — intentional, fearless, constantly improving, and unafraid to rewrite their own story.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Beau Peterson continues to establish herself as one of breakaway roping's most dynamic athletes — a competitor with world-class horsepower, short-term memory, and the instinct to capitalize on every opportunity. A futurity trainer, NFBR qualifier, and one of the most mentally composed ropers in the game, Beau blends talent with strategy in a way that sets her apart as the sport gets faster and tougher every year.In this episode, Beau opens up about the evolution of her confidence, how she learned to reset quickly after mistakes, and the role her standout gelding Festus played in transforming her entire year. She talks about the rising difficulty of breakaway roping, the depth of today's competition, and the mindset required to stay aggressive in the moments that matter. From horsepower development to navigating summer slumps to finding peace inside pressure-packed setups, Beau brings both honesty and insight to every part of her journey.Her story represents the new standard of breakaway roping — athleticism, composure, resilience, and a profound respect for the horses and people who make this career possible.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Joey Williams stands out as one of the sport's most polished, confident, and consistent athletes. A mother, ranch wife, and elite competitor, Joey shows what it means to blend experience with poise — proving that grace and grit can coexist at the very highest level.Joey opens up about managing motherhood on the road, balancing ranch life with major-league rodeo, sharpening her mental toughness, and the confidence she finds through years of preparation and perspective. She talks horsepower, high-stakes moments, and the maturity that only comes from living the western lifestyle inside and out.Her story represents everything that makes breakaway roping special — family, faith, foundation, and fierce skill.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Kinlie Brennise remains one of breakaway's most naturally gifted competitors. A product of a powerhouse rodeo family, Kinlie blends instinct, feel, and pure athletic talent — but her story is equally defined by humility, discipline, and relentless drive.Kinlie dives into her season with honesty, sharing what she's learned about managing expectations, building confidence, strengthening her mental game, and trusting her team both inside and outside the arena. With a deep respect for horses, family heritage, and the sport itself, she represents the poise and potential that continue to shape breakaway's next era.This episode shows why Kinlie is more than just fast — she's foundation, feel, and fierce determination.Follow us for more live rodeo and all the action from your favorite events — Bareback Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, Bull Riding, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Barrel Racing, and Breakaway Roping. Subscribe for the best of pro rodeo in 2025. ----In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.----New Episodes Every Friday @ 9a ET on Rodeo Live YT----Get In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan JoGet the Newsletter at | www.inthelooprodeo.com/Like us on Facebook | www.facebook.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoTag us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/inthelooppodcast.jordanjoFollow us on TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanjo.hollabaughWatch more on our Youtube Channel Watch on Youtube @ JordanJoHollabaugh ... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.