The American Rodeo Countdown

The American Rodeo Countdown gets you ready for every regional qualifier with sharp expert analysis and exclusive interviews from the sport’s top athletes. Follow the journey as contenders battle their way toward the biggest stage in Western sports. It all builds to an electrifying championship weekend at Globe Life Field, where $2 million is on the line.

  • Episode 5   •   Air Date: May 12, 2026
    Championship Preview

    The American Rodeo Countdown gets fans ready for the high-stakes American Rodeo Championship at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas, with hosts Katy Lucas and Tilden Hooper leading the way. The show features exclusive contestant interviews and expert breakdowns across every rodeo discipline,...

    Episode 4   •   Air Date: May 05, 2026
    Regional Finals Recap

    The American Rodeo Countdown takes a look back at who made the cut for The American Rodeo, with hosts Katy Lucas and Jordan Jo Hollobaugh leading the way. The show features exclusive contestant interviews and expert breakdowns across every rodeo discipline. We set the stage for an epic Championship...

    Episode 3   •   Air Date: Apr 28, 2026
    West Regional Preview

    The American Rodeo Countdown gets fans ready for the high-stakes West Qualifier Tournament in Las Vegas, Nevada, with hosts Katy Lucas and Tilden Hooper leading the way. The show features exclusive contestant interviews and expert breakdowns across every rodeo discipline. As the third of three...

    Episode 2   •   Air Date: Apr 14, 2026
    Central Regional Preview

    The American Rodeo Countdown gets fans ready for the high-stakes Central Qualifier Tournament in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with hosts Katy Lucas and Jordan Jo Hollabaugh. The show features exclusive contestant interviews and expert breakdowns across every rodeo discipline. As the second of three...

    Episode 1   •   Air Date: Apr 07, 2026
    East Regional Preview

    The American Rodeo Countdown gets fans ready for the high-stakes Eastern Qualifier Tournament in Lexington, Kentucky, with hosts Katy Lucas and Tilden Hooper leading the way. The show features exclusive contestant interviews and expert breakdowns across every rodeo discipline. As the first of three...