Western Sports Round-Up
WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
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Episode 82 • Air Date: Apr 29, 2026April 29, 2026
Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, we cover major headlines across the rodeo world. The 2026 National Finals Rodeo Icons are officially announced as we look ahead to this year’s NFR. Ken Stonecipher joins the show to preview the upcoming Guymon Pioneer Days Rodeo. We also break down some of the...
Episode 81 • Air Date: Apr 28, 2026April 28, 2026Chet Herren joins the show after winning the first-ever National Circuit Steer Roping Finals in Torrington, Wyoming, breaking down the historic event and his championship run. We also recap rodeo action from Thermal, California, highlighting the top performances from the weekend. It’s Resistol...
Episode 80 • Air Date: Apr 27, 2026April 27, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, PRCA CEO Tom Glause discusses the move to Cheyenne. We also recap rodeo action from Clovis, California & Lufkin, Texas. And new No. 1 PRCA Bull Rider Tristen Hutchings joins the show to talk his new spot at the top of the standings after his victory at the George...
Episode 79 • Air Date: Apr 24, 2026April 24, 2026On this episode of Western Sports Round-Up, Coleman Proctor joins the show to talk about his big showing at The American Regionals in Oklahoma City. We also head over to Clovis for highlights of the first performance at the Clovis Rodeo! All that and more on this episode of Western Sports Round-Up.
Episode 78 • Air Date: Apr 23, 2026April 23, 2026WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
Episode 77 • Air Date: Apr 22, 2026April 22, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, we break down top performances from Oklahoma City to the Texas Swing. Timber Allenbrand joins the show after qualifying at the American Rodeo Central Qualifier. We recap the conclusion of the Texas Swing and highlight the highest earners across major PRCA rodeos....
Episode 76 • Air Date: Apr 21, 2026April 21, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, we are celebrating Resistol Rookie Tuesday with rookie bull rider Noah Lee, who is coming off a recent win in San Angelo. The American Central Regional Qualifier wrapped up over the weekend, and we are joined by the top tie-down roper, Chizm Kuykendall. We will...
Episode 75 • Air Date: Apr 20, 2026April 20, 2026Barrel racer Michelle Alley will talk about her impressive win in San Angelo over the weekend. We will bring you the winners from Saturday’s horse race at Remington Park and the qualifiers from the American Rodeo Central Regional event. In other Oklahoma rodeo news, the high school finals are...
Episode 74 • Air Date: Apr 17, 2026April 17, 2026WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
Episode 73 • Air Date: Apr 16, 2026April 16, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, San Angelo gears up for Championship Weekend. Hayley Novak speaks with #2 WPRA barrel racer LaTricia Duke. Steve Kenyon previews this week's Battle Born Broncs competition. Sawyer and Stetson Vest join the show to talk about the Story Vest Memorial Roping event....
Episode 72 • Air Date: Apr 15, 2026April 15, 2026The American Rodeo East Regionals Breakaway Roping Champion Emmry Edwards joins the show to talk about her big win. Edwards, with the win, secured her place at The American Rodeo Championship Weekend, May 22-23. The NCHA Super Stakes wrapped up over the weekend, and The Hondo Rodeo Champion Bradlee...
Episode 71 • Air Date: Apr 14, 2026April 14, 2026Tonight on WSR, Champions are crowned at The Hondo Rodeo in New Orleans, led by barrel racer Makenzie Mayes. Resistol Rookie Kirby Rawlinson joins the show to talk about his early-season success and momentum. John Crimber nearly sweeps PBR Sioux Falls, continuing his dominant run. Plus, viral rodeo...
Episode 70 • Air Date: Apr 13, 2026April 13, 2026Redgie Probst and Rhen Richard join the show after helping raise $500K for the Domer family through the “Oaklynn Embryo” effort. Top athletes punched their tickets to The American Rodeo at the East Regionals in Lexington. We also recap a busy weekend at the San Angelo Stock Show & Rodeo, including...
Episode 69 • Air Date: Apr 10, 2026April 10, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, we take a look at the top rides and runs from the San Angelo Rodeo. We also update you on The American Rodeo East Regional as the Roughstock Semifinals take center stage tonight. Also, Battle Born Broncs founder Darcie Spero joins the show to break down their...
Episode 68 • Air Date: Apr 09, 2026April 9, 2026Tonight on WSR, we have the story of the special sale that will benefit the Domer family, who tragically lost 3-year-old Oaklynn earlier this year. World Champion Barrel Racer Mary Burger joins us to discuss joining the 2026 Hall of Fame class. The Premier Women’s Rodeo heads to Fort Worth in less...
Episode 67 • Air Date: Apr 08, 2026April 8, 2026Champions are crowned at the NCHA Super Stakes, one of the premier events in the National Cutting Horse Association. Greg Rhodes joins the show after being named head coach of the Oklahoma Wildcatters ahead of the upcoming PBR Teams Series season. We also talk with Travis Shauda and legendary...
Episode 66 • Air Date: Apr 07, 2026April 7, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, we break down the 2026 class of the ProRodeo Hall of Fame, including legendary stock contractor Ike Sankey. Levi Lord announces a new teammate following the Texas Swing. We also highlight champions crowned over the weekend, featuring top rides and runs from...
Episode 65 • Air Date: Apr 06, 2026April 6, 20262026 ProRodeo Hall of Fame inductee Keith Isley, a longtime rodeo clown, joins the show to talk about the big honor. We're also breaking down the San Angelo leaders after a big weekend of action there. And champions have been crowned at the NCHA's Super Stakes. Kenny Platt will join us in studio to...
Episode 64 • Air Date: Apr 03, 2026April 3, 20262026 Rodeo Austin Champion Dylan Hancock joins the show to talk about heading to hometown rodeo, San Angelo. We’ll also break down the Slack leaders heading into night one of San Angelo action. There are reportedly numerous team-roping breakups following the Texas Swing’s conclusion. We’ll discuss...
Episode 63 • Air Date: Apr 02, 2026April 2, 2026We are joined by Jerome Davis, the bull riding inductee for the PRCA Hall of Fame this year. We also talk with Rodeo Austin champions, Sawyer Gilbert and Qynn Andersen. Sean Gleason, CEO of Professional Bull Riding Inc., joins us to talk about the new PBR teams expansion that will be in effect for...
Episode 62 • Air Date: Apr 01, 2026April 1, 2026Tonight on WSR, we cover major rodeo headlines from Austin to the PBR. Nick Guy joins the show to break down his big win at Rodeo Austin. We also discuss Stetson Jorgensen being sidelined with a knee injury and what it means for the No. 3-ranked bulldogger in the PRCA standings. The San Angelo PRCA...
Episode 61 • Air Date: Mar 31, 2026March 31, 2026WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
Episode 60 • Air Date: Mar 30, 2026March 30, 2026Tonight on WSR, Tyler Tryan & Levi Lord take our Kubota Top Story with their sweep of the Bob Feist Invitational. We will also talk about Kassie Mowry who has now won three Texas Swing rodeos this season. We will go through all of the Rodeo Austin final results as well as talk with bareback riding...
Episode 59 • Air Date: Mar 27, 2026March 27, 2026Tonight on WSR, No. 2-ranked tie-down roper Kincade Henry is leading at the Rodeo Austin. He joins the show to talk about his 2026 season and chasing the top spot. We also break down the first champions crowned at the Bob Feist Invitational in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Plus, we highlight the comeback...
Episode 58 • Air Date: Mar 26, 2026March 26, 2026Tonight on WSR, we cover record-setting performances and major rodeo headlines. Riley Webb joins the show after winning his third title at RodeoHouston. We also take a look at another world record in team roping, highlighting one of the fastest runs ever recorded. Plus, we break down the first...
Episode 57 • Air Date: Mar 25, 2026March 25, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, RodeoHouston champions Jake Gardner, Korbin Rice, and Cooper Freeman join the show to talk about their wins. We also check in on chuckwagon racing as the season finale approaches and bring an update from Alamo. Plus, we break down champions from the Southeastern...
Episode 56 • Air Date: Mar 24, 2026March 24, 2026Tonight on WSR, we cover major wins and rodeo headlines from Texas and beyond. Hali Williams joins the show after capturing her second title at RodeoHouston. Coleman Shallbetter talks about his Rookie Roundup win and early-season momentum. Neal McCoy, Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame inductee, joins us to...
Episode 55 • Air Date: Mar 23, 2026March 23, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, we wrap up the finals at RodeoHouston. We break down the champions crowned in Houston and are joined by steer wrestling champion Holden Myers. Plus, Melanie Smith, CEO of Solo Select and AQHA Texas Director, joins us in studio to discuss the removal of the...
Episode 54 • Air Date: Mar 20, 2026March 20, 2026WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
Episode 53 • Air Date: Mar 19, 2026March 19, 2026Tonight on WSR, we wrap up the semifinal rounds at RodeoHouston. We break down Semifinal Two and set the stage for the Wildcard round. Bull rider Noah Lee joins the show after a strong start to 2026. World Champion Shane Hanchey joins us to discuss his Invitational Roping. Plus, we update the slack...
Episode 52 • Air Date: Mar 18, 2026March 18, 2026We highlight the athletes advancing to the finals at RodeoHouston and those getting a second shot in the Wildcard round. Rookie Hayden Welsh delivers a standout performance at the Rio Grande Valley Xtreme Bulls. Plus, team roper Caesar De La Cruz joins us to talk about the upcoming Bob Feist...
Episode 51 • Air Date: Mar 17, 2026March 17, 2026We break down the world record-tying team roping run by James Arviso and Rance Doyal at Rodeo Austin. We also recap the completion of Super Series competition at RodeoHouston. Clayton Hoss and Michael Hull join the show to discuss the first-of-its-kind Xtreme Bulldogging competition coming to...
Episode 50 • Air Date: Mar 16, 2026March 16, 2026We cover major rodeo headlines from Houston to Austin. Tie-down roper Kincade Henry reaches a major milestone, crossing the $1 million mark in career earnings in the PRCA. Acey Pinkston joins the show to talk about her strong start to the 2026 season. We also discuss the response from breakaway...
Episode 49 • Air Date: Mar 13, 2026March 13, 2026WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
Episode 48 • Air Date: Mar 12, 2026March 12, 2026Tricia Aldridge discusses competing without her usual horse, Adios Pantalones, who is sidelined with an injury. We also break down results from RodeoHouston Super Series Four Round One. Vence Genco, arena director for the Clovis Rodeo, joins the show to provide insight into the event’s decision to...
Episode 47 • Air Date: Mar 11, 2026March 11, 2026We begin with our Kubota Top Story: Clovis Rodeo (CA) has chosen not to include Breakaway Roping in their event lineup for the 2026 rodeo. Next, we recap the Houston Super Series 3 champs. We talk with Emily Beisel, who swept all three rounds of Super Series 3 in the barrel racing. Luke Snyder,...
Episode 46 • Air Date: Mar 10, 2026March 10, 2026It's Resistol Rookie Tuesday with the help of Kirby Rawlinson. We talk through her recent success and how she plans to catch up to Jaci Hammons. We are also joined by 2-time Cinch Timed Event Champion, Taylor Santos. Tanner Girletz, PBR rider turned 2023 CPRA Cowboy of the Year, talks through his...
Episode 45 • Air Date: Mar 09, 2026March 9, 2026We share the tragic news of the passing of 2-Time YETI world champion bull “Man Hater” and are joined by J.W. Hart to talk through the bull’s legacy. Super Series Two has concluded in Houston and we look at Round One of Super Series Three. Parada Del Sol has crowned its champions. Finally, we share...
Episode 44 • Air Date: Mar 06, 2026March 6, 2026WSR will keep you up-to-date with the latest news and in-depth analysis of barrel racing, cutting, reining, team roping and more - along with complete previews of the nation's biggest events.
Episode 43 • Air Date: Mar 05, 2026March 5, 2026Super Series One has wrapped up in Houston! Lisa Lockhart joins the show to talk through her career and what we can expect from her in 2026. Tristen Hutchings talks his entrance into the top five in the world. Devin Marcum joins the show to preview the Resistol Rookie Roundup coming up on March 20...
Episode 42 • Air Date: Mar 04, 2026March 4, 2026We take a look at Michelle Alley's two round wins in her Super Series of RodeoHouston. Jaci Hammons, the #1 Resistol rookie breakaway roper, joins the show to talk through her journey to the San Antonio championship. We hear from bareback rider World Champion Bareback Rider Keenan Hayes. PBR...
Episode 41 • Air Date: Mar 03, 2026March 3, 2026Tonight on Western Sports Round-Up, it’s Resistol Rookie Tuesday. We break down the rookies who cashed in at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. No. 3 rookie steer wrestler Clay Tom Hurt joins us to discuss his San Antonio performance. We also recap Super Series 1 Round 1 at RodeoHouston and...
Episode 40 • Air Date: Mar 02, 2026March 2, 2026We look back at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo and are joined by champions Anita Ellis and Wacey Schalla. Katy Lucas checks in from Wickenburg, Arizona, where the World's Greatest Cowgirl was crowned. We also highlight champions from La Fiesta de los Vaqueros and look ahead to the start of...
Episode 39 • Air Date: Feb 27, 2026February 27, 2026John Crimber joins to discuss purchasing his PRCA Rookie card and what competing in both the PRCA and PBR means for his 2026 season. We also break down the five athletes advancing after Night One of the Semifinals at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. Plus, Katy Lucas brings us an update on Ranch...
Episode 38 • Air Date: Feb 26, 2026February 26, 2026We break down Bracket 5 of San Antonio and look at the field of Semifinal qualifiers. Barrel racer Michelle Alley joins us to talk about her equine partner, “Stiletto.” We also head to Arizona for an update on event winners at Art of the Cowgirl. Plus, the Ellensburg Rodeo is getting a new look in...
Episode 37 • Air Date: Feb 25, 2026February 25, 2026Breaking down Bracket 5 at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo and action from the Silver Spurs Rodeo. Mason Moody joins us to talk about his hot start to the 2026 season and the momentum he’s building. Plus, 2x National Finals Rodeo qualifier Kade Sonnier becomes an honorary baseball player for a...
Episode 36 • Air Date: Feb 24, 2026February 24, 2026We break down the opening round of Bracket 5 at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. Resistol rookie bull rider Braxton Whitesell joins us to talk about his big win at the Brighton Xtreme Bulls. We also catch up with Cort McFadden following a strong performance at PBR Jacksonville. Plus, we recap...
Episode 35 • Air Date: Feb 23, 2026February 23, 2026Jeter Lawrence joins us after winning the Xtreme Bulls at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. Will Rasmussen previews the opening weekend of La Fiesta de los Vaqueros in Tucson, Arizona. We also recap Bracket 4 in San Antonio. Plus, highlights from Sage Kimzey's win at the PBR Jacksonville event.
Episode 34 • Air Date: Feb 20, 2026February 20, 2026Tonight on the show, reigning San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo champion Bradlee Miller joins us to talk about advancing in San Antonio. Chet Weitz shares an update as he navigates a bicep injury. Plus, several Florida rodeos are underway. We break down results from the Brighton Field Rodeo and the...