The 126th Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo crowned a mixture of repeat and new champions on Sunday, July 31. From 1908 to 1970, an almost-annual train (skipped 1924, 194245) carried travelers between, In 1994, the excursion train returned as an annual event. Tim OConnell of Zwingle, Iowa, joined the ranks of rodeo legends who have three bareback riding championships at Cheyenne. 5, Daysha Steadman, Georgetown, Texas, 4.92, $2,243. Don McLaughlin OConnell, who has won three world titles, rode Sankey Pro Rodeo & Phenom Genetics horse Sozo for 88.5 points to win by a single point. This is almost more than amazing, Hall said of earning the championship in Frontier Park. [20] The event takes place at the historic Cheyenne Depot Square. 2, Dan Fisher, 49.6, $10,922. Entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis, and are limited to the first 30 entries. Local Legacies Project Celebrating Community Roots: American Folklife Center, Library of Congress. Twin Bridges cowboy wins steer wrestling in record time at Cheyenne Ned Murray Bareback Riding:1, Clayton Biglow, Clements, Calif., 81 points on Stace Smith Pro Rodeos Witchy Woman, $8,259. In breakaway roping Macy Young of Whitman, Ariz., and Tiffany Schieck of Floresville, Texas, both caught their calves in 4.0 seconds. 6, Peyton Holliday, Chouteau, Okla., and Thomas Smith, Barnsdall, Okla., 9.7, $3,290. He also has two CFD all-around titles. From defending co-champs battling it out to the creation of a new legend, the "Daddy of 'Em All" showed why it is world famous. 4, Nic Lica, Garden City, Mich., 85.5, $3,853. Linderman Family Hank Thompson, Albert Whitey Christensen Dan Rees Steer Wrestling:1, Denton Good, Long Valley, S.D., 6.6 seconds, $2,000. 7, Rowdy Parrott, Mamou, La., 7.5, $1,500. 6, Brayden Parker and Dustin Searcy, Scottsdale, Ariz., 9.9, $3,200 each. Contos retired from Laramie County School District #1 as an Administrator of Health, Physical Education, and Safe & Drug Free Schools & Communities. Charlie Hirsig Jim Mueller (July 28, 2019) History was made on Championship Sunday of the 123rd Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo (CFD.) Frontier Days delivers three types of competition: roughstock events, timed events, and racing on the track. Nine of the 12 finalists bucked off their bulls before the eight-second buzzer sounded. 5, Jones, 54.2, $4,096. [39][40], One day during Frontier Days, the Wyoming National Guard may open its doors to the public. In 2008, Cheyenne Frontier Days was inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame.[2]. 8, Tyler Milligan, Pawhuska, Okla., 13.8, $800. An estimated 6,500 animals were part of the rodeo, parades, and bull riding. Fellow Texans Ryan Thibodeaux and Cory Solomon matched times tie-down roping. Andrea Busby, a Wyoming native who now lives in Brock, Texas, was the final barrel racer to compete. Contos will begin preparation for the 127thannual celebration by meeting with the General Committee to review the 2022 show and plan for improvements for the next year. Stetson Wright of Milford, Utah, rode another Sankey horse Pendleton Roundups Marquee for 88 points to win his second consecutive CFD title in saddle bronc riding. 4, Shy-Anne Jarrett, Comanche, Okla., 18.07, $588. There are also other specials, demonstrations, and transportation. $6,686. She made the 140-mile trip to Cheyenne many times growing up. 2, (tie) Erich Rogers, Round Rock, Ariz., and Paden Bray, Stephenville, Texas; and Chad Masters, Cedar Hill, Tenn., and Paul Eaves, Lonedell, Mo., 8.3, $7,400 each. Approximately 36,262 people made their way through the village. John Morris Bull Riding:1, Dawson Gleaves, Amarillo, Texas, 88 points on United Pro Rodeos Amish Burnout, $2,397. Duane Bubba Roedocker [5] There is preparation before the event and cleanup after the event as well as all of the work that needs performed during the actual event. Vianna Gurney Leonard Mayer Reba McEntire Dick Pickett Ikua Purdy Tickets range from $23-$48 for rodeo, $25-$105 for PBR, and $77-$107 for concerts. Speaking of tickets heres an insider tip: Save the date for Zach Bryan, one of the hottest young stars to come around on July 23! Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) will put tickets for the 2023 event on sale December 1. 2019 has been Biglows best rodeo season thus far. Participants must be under 13 years of age as ofAugust 1, 2023. He made a wild ride on Stace Smith Pro Rodeos bucking horse Witchy Woman and earned 91 points from the judges to win his first CFD title in four tries. Open to boys and girls residing in Laramie County only. A special opening featured and military personnel and families bringing in a huge American Flag. Team Roping:1, (tie) Turner Harris, Killdeer, N.D., and Matt Kasner, Cody, Neb. Corkill, who also won titles here in 2009 with Chad Masters and last year with Clay Smith, joins three others who have won four championships at Frontier Park in a single event. Cheyenne Frontier Days is an outdoor rodeo and western celebration in the United States, held annually since 1897 in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Tom Watson Clinic and tryouts are open to high school women ages 14 to 19. 2, Jessica Routier, Buffalo, S.D., 17.82, $1,765. CHEYENNE, Wyo. 5, Dean Wadsworth, Buffalo Gap, Texas, 85.5, $1,735. With his winnings here, Tryan became the first team roper in the history of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) to pass $4 million in career earnings. Eli Lord was the first steer wrestler to ride out from CFDs Chute 9 and he stopped the clock in 6.9 seconds. Planning for the 2023 Cheyenne Frontier Days is underway, with the concert announcement coming on March 2! Tibbs' endearing personality and flashy style helped bring the rodeo into. 4, Rhett Anderson, Annabella, Utah, and Max Kuttler, American Falls, Idaho, 8.7, $5,600 each. Frank (Thompson-the CFD arena director) told me to make three laps, Cress said with a smile. (July 31, 2022) -The 126 th Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo (CFD) crowned a mixture of repeat and new champions on Sunday, July 31. To kick off the art show, a reception is held on the first day, which is usually also the opening day of Frontier Days. All-Around - Stetson Wright, $16,007 won in saddle bronc and bull riding. Busby, whose Wyoming roots are deep, grew up on a ranch near Lusk that has been in her family for more than a century. The Denver Post CFD also hosted the Womens Ranch Bronc Riding World Finals July 23-24. Participants must be under 13 years of age as ofAugust 1, 2023. A mother of four from a town of 80 people in South Dakota set a new barrel racing arena record Wednesday at Cheyenne Frontier Days. He had the second-fastest time of the finals, but the championship in this event was awarded in the traditional format of total time on three runs. Jerry Carter Sally Rand Dustin Bird of Cut Bank, Montana, and Trey Yates of Pueblo, Colorado, are the 2019 team roping champions in Cheyenne. He finished fourth overall in the event which was enough to earn him the all-around championship. Sometimes the U.S. Navy Parachute Team, "The Leap Frogs," performs at the event. Wright comes from a legendary bronc riding family. Then there is a live auction. Wright, who turns 20 on Tuesday, won just over $16,000 in two events with more than $13,000 from bull riding. 7, Jeff Johnston, Thedford, Neb., 16.0, $1,293. They earned their first CFD championship in 2013. Fabrizio took inspiration from the buckle she wore, a CFD champion tie-down roping buckle won by Raymond Hollabaugh in 1983. 8, Tristan Mahoney, Florence, Ariz., 16.5, $720. She was not part of the invitational field when the event first was introduced in 2019; there was no CFD in 2020 due to the pandemic, and last year she was pregnant with her daughter Hadley. [4], Cheyenne Frontier Days has a full-time staff of 18 people year round, and an estimated 3,000 volunteers, of whom a small number are paid. Kosel has never been to The Daddy and came this year at the urging of a friend. Jordan Jo Fabrizio of Canyon, Texas, was the fastest of the seven 4.18 seconds. Warren Air Force Base Clay Tryan and Jade Corkill, the final pair to rope on Championship Sunday, set personal and CFD records. Saddle Bronc Riding:1, Brody Cress, Hillsdale, Wyo., 87.5 points on Stace Smith Pro Rodeos Resistols Top Hat, $7,918. 2, Orin Larsen, Inglis, Manitoba, Canada, 82.5, $1,835. Etbauer was faster than 130 of his bulldogging pals in qualifier Round 1 competition at The Daddy Tuesday with a run of 5.7 seconds. He admits he may have started back too soon as he bucked off the first seven horses he got on after surgery. Stetson Wright of Milford, Utah, rode another Sankey horse Pendleton Roundups Marquee for 88 points to win his second consecutive CFD title in saddle bronc riding. Taton won the steer roping in 2003 and repeated the feat 19 years later. The 127th edition of Cheyenne Frontier Days is scheduled for July 21-30, 2023. For further information, contact Janet Vossler (307) 421-2840. The rodeo draws visitors from different parts of the United States as well as internationally. 2, (tie) Jacobs Crawley, Boerne, Texas; Wade Sundell, Boxholm, Iowa; and Sam Harper, Paradise Valley, Nev.; 86 and $4,399 each. There are merchants, guest characters, and/or craftspeople and artisans in some buildings. Everett Shaw The Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame showcases individuals, livestock, and organizations whose distinctive contributions to CFD have helped grow a dream into "The Daddy of 'em All." Whether contestants, contract personnel, entertainers, livestock, families, or volunteers, those voted into the Hall of Fame represent the wonderful . Slack rodeo events are open to the public at no charge and usually take place in the early to mid morning hours. Wright became the first rough stock cowboy to win the all-around title at the Daddy of em All since Chad Eubank in 2007 won money in bareback and bull riding. The 127th annual Daddy of em All will feature nine days of fast-paced PRCA and WPRA rodeo culminating in Championship Sunday where champions are crowned, and legends are made. Schaffer had the quickest time in the finals last year, but a 10-second penalty cost him his shot at the title, so this years performance was redemptive. Buzz Bradley Rudy Hofmann Fourteen individuals left Frontier Park with coveted titles from America's biggest outdoor western celebration known as the "Daddy of 'em All." The Indian Village hosts authentic dancing, music, storytelling, and pow-wows. He qualified for the National High School Finals Rodeo (NHSFR) in Gillette and competed in two preliminary rounds there, squeezing in qualifying round competition at CFD before competing in the Championship Round of the NHSFR on Saturday where he finished in the top six. Novich's time of 5.1 in the finals go-round helped earn him $11,846 for the week. CHEYENNE, Wyo. When it comes to enjoying the star-studded, Cheyenne Frontier Days lineup this year, theres only one party and its NOT third-party! Prior to that, he served as a Physical/Health Education Instructor at Laramie County School District #1. Ryan Thibodeaux of Stephenville, Texas, has competed in Frontier Park on Championship Sunday several times, finishing as reserve tie-down roping champion in 2019. The high-marked ride in the rookie bronc competition so far at Cheyenne Frontier Days was spurred by Sweetwater County native Ira Dickinson for 81 points on Tuesday. Irwin Family 4, (tie) Shad Winn, Nephi, Utah, and Tristen Hutchings, Monteview, Idaho, $2,382 each. The Cheyenne crowd had a chance to cheer for more than one local winner. The last concert at Cheyenne Frontier Days Arena was on July 30, 2022. Schaffer had the quickest time in the finals last year, but a 10-second penalty cost him his shot at the title, so this years performance was redemptive. Alyte. Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame Inductees [36], F.E. She rode the blue roan mare named Rafter W Minnie Reba (called Sister) that she raised and trained. There are a number of different options for daily and season passes. The Thunderbirds made their public debut at Cheyenne Frontier Days in 1953 and have continued to perform regularly since then. Fourteen individuals left Frontier Park with coveted titles from America's biggest outdoor western celebration known as the "Daddy of 'em All.". 2, Chloe Frey, Eunice, La., 4.43, $8,010. Job will include all phases of cattle work., Your Trusted Source for Ag News & Information, MSGA and Miles City Livestock Commission rollover auction raises $37,000 to support BLM litigation, Tickets on sale now for Randall King at the Colorado Championship Ranch Rodeo, A new way to experience the Xtreme Bulls event, Local 4-H clubs volunteer at annual spring tea event, Entertainment announced on the Civitas Park Stage. Lorena Trickey, John Bell Cheyenne Frontier Days partners with AXS, a global leader in ticketing for the entertainment world. He earned 92.5 points when he rode Stace Smith Pro Rodeos bull Lets Gamble. Jack Mueller PBR tickets range from $25 $105 with special Elite Seating and VIP tickets also available at various prices. Fourteen individuals left Frontier Park with coveted titles from Americas biggest outdoor western celebration known as the Daddy of em All.. Semifinals 1 Sets Half the Field for 126th Cheyenne Frontier Days In 2013, 447 steers, herded by mounted cowboys, walked three miles from Hynds Boulevard into Frontier Park. Tie-Down Roping:1, Trent Creager, Stillwater, Okla., 11.5 seconds, $2,000. Floyd & Diane Humphrey Summer Kosel and her horse Apollo finished the big arena pattern in 17.02 seconds to win the qualifying round that trimmed the field from more than 190 barrel racers to 72. Proctor, who has qualified for six NFRs in team roping, recently began steer roping. If you see higher prices, then its not directly from Cheyenne Frontier Days. Field Set for Semifinals at 126th Cheyenne Frontier Days Portenier, who qualified for the NFR in 2020, jumped from 23rd to 16th in the PRCA bull riding standings with his earnings at Frontier Park. That puts him in close contention for a return trip to Las Vegas to ride bulls in December. There are also a few other select events which include saddle bronc futurity, trick riding, the wild horse race, and the dinner bell derby. 6, Pascal Isabelle, Okotoks, Alberta, 85, $1,251. For a few days during Frontier Days, the base conducts tours and specials. He and partner Logan Medlin finished seventh in the qualifying round of team roping but did not advance beyond the quarter finals. Contos said, I am honored, excited and humbled to be selected as the next General Chairman of the Worlds Largest Outdoor Rodeo and Western Celebration!. (overall winners) 1, Sheets, 45.6, $13,197. He also has two CFD all-around titles. Bill Dubois [11], Since 2022, Cheyenne has been the first stop of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR)s Team Series, where teams of bull riders representing different regions of the United States ride against each other throughout the summer and autumn to culminate at the championship at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. The rodeo and the majority of the events are centered on the property of Frontier Park, but some of the events such as the pancake breakfasts are held in a different part of the city. Tad Lucas Etbauer was riding a horse named Corduroy that his uncle Billy had raised and given to him as a wedding present 13 years ago. Painted Valley Jones Romeo Entertainment Group Harrison Halligan (July 31, 2022)- The following are unofficial results from the 126thCheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo on Sunday, July 31, 2022. [10], Slack events are events that do not fit into the normal rodeo hours in the afternoon. Bob Weaver Trell had won calf roping money at Cheyenne riding Corduroy and started steer wrestling on him after an injury sidelined his steer wrestling horse last season. Barrel Racing:1, Taycie Matthews, Wynne, Ark., 17.65 seconds, $2,353. Former CFD champ Richmond Champion has just scored 89.5 points on Sankey Pro Rodeos Prairie Rose, so Biglow knew he needed 90 points or more to win the title and he delivered. Scott Binning Randy Wagner Freckles Brown He was the second roper to compete Sunday and turned in a time of 10.3 seconds. Although heavy rain on Wednesday left the arena muddy at Frontier Park, three-time world champions Clay Tryan of Billings, Montana, and Jade Corkill of Fallon, Nevada, took first place in the team roping in Quarter Finals 6 at the 126 th Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo (CFD). Another annual event is an air show featuring the United States Air Force Thunderbirds Air Demonstration Squadron,[33] which takes place on Wednesday. For the full range of pricing and more event information, please visit www.cfdrodeo.com. Whitaker Ranch Families, Chuck Baley Champions Crowned at 126th Frontier Days - Tenn Texas Josh Frost of Randlett, Utah, who is ranked second in the PRCA standings, matched Smiths total on Dakota Rodeos bull Stretch. 4, Alli Masters, Leon, Iowa, 4.3, $4,427. What a ride it has been, Jimmy Dean Siler said. The Cheyenne Frontier Days Dandies will be conducting a clinic on Sunday, January 29 at 5 p.m. at the Laramie County Community College (LCCC) Arena. Id have figured one of them would have won it before now, he said. In this role, he will lead the General Committee in producing the 127thannual celebration. Allysa Spierings, a Wisconsin native who lives in Missouri and works at the Joplin Regional Stockyards, was crowned the champion. Greater Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce CFD Western Art Show Committee 1981-2013 . Inductees include legends such as Lane Frost, Chris LeDoux, Johnny Cash, Charlie Daniels, Reba McEntire, George Strait, and Garth Brooks. 5, Jesse Brown, Baker City, Ore., 7.0, $3,300. What really means the most to me is to be the first member of my family to win a title here.. There are 13 tours every day of Frontier Days. Championship Sunday is a stand-alone event. E.O. Contestants from the U.S., Canada and Australia were at The Daddy for two riding opportunities and Spierings was the only one to stay on to the whistle both times. Fred Lowry 2, (tie) Ross Griffin, Tularosa, N.M., and Leon Fountain, Socorro, N.M., 84.5, $1,471 each. [31], One day per year Frontier Days celebrates Fiesta Day. Every Band That's Ever Played At Cheyenne Frontier Days 1966-2021 She is the first breakaway roping in the CFD record book with winnings of more than $17,500. Wild Horse Race: (final round winners)1, Outlaw Liquors, $896. All applicants must sign waivers and wear helmets if they are under the age of 18. Montie Montana This will be something Ill never forget and always treasure.. 2019 Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo Champions (money is total earned during the rodeo . Both of these enable ticket holders a chance to purchase art before it is made available to the general public. The carnival runs the entire length of Frontier Days. Cheyenne Frontier Days has previously received the PRCA Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year award in 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 2000, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, and 2013. A $3 discount is offered on rodeo tickets purchased before July 1. Open to boys and girls residing in Laramie County only. Busby is from Niobrara County Wyomings least populated and she gave it all in front of a massive crowd gathered for the championship round at the worlds largest outdoor western celebration. He was the first steer roper to ride from the box on Championship Sunday and set a pace of 13.6 seconds that no one else could beat. 2, Reed Kraeger, Elwood, Neb., 8.7, $5,172. Frontier Days added womens breakaway roping for the first time and drew 242 entries. Bareback Riding: Breakaway: Notable: Mays and her horse, Dora, entered the finals in second place . W.J. Tryan, from Billings, Mont., and Corkill, who lives in Fallon, Nev., won Frontier Days for the second time roping together. The record for a daily breakfast is 39,111 people set in 1996. Sawyer Gilbert Crowned First-Ever WPRA/PRCA Earnings Champion at 125th Cheyenne Frontier Days By Kaitlin Gustave Aug 02, 2021 Sawyer Gilbert, who earned $17,525 as the second Cheyenne Frontier Days Breakaway Roping Champion, is the first woman to have those earnings count towards the WPRA/PRCA standings. The 126thDaddy of em All was deemed a huge success by organizers, thanks to the efforts of the 3,000 volunteers. She made the 140-mile trip to Cheyenne many times growing up. Fourteen individuals left Frontier Park with coveted titles from America's biggest outdoor western celebration known as the "Daddy of 'em All.". It was changed back to its original title of the Touring Pro Division in 2010. Hirsig Family She said that she always hoped she would ride and win at CFD, so this title made a childhood dream a reality. Nellie Miller of Cottonwood, California, became the first barrel racer since Kristie Peterson in 1998 to successfully defend her CFD championship. [22][24], In 1898, shortly after the second Frontier Days occurred, the committee extended an invitation to Native American performers to participate in following Frontier Days. Trell Etbauer of Goodwell, Oklahoma, grew up watching his father and uncles compete at The Daddy. Wick Peth Dandies Tryouts will be conducted on Sunday, February 5 at the LCCC Arena. Payoff subject to change. The 18-year-old will be one of the youngest athletes to compete in next weekends Semifinals. His dad Robert won two world championships, his uncle Billy won five world titles and one CFD title, and his uncle Dan won two CFD titles, all in saddle bronc riding. Tuff Hedeman Cheyenne Frontier Days returned in 2021 to celebrate its 125th year of rodeo and western celebration. No one came close to matching his effort until the final competitor, Justin Shaffer of Hallsville, Texas, managed to stop the clock in 5.4 as well. This event was started in 1952 by the Cheyenne Frontier Committee. If you don't follow the rules, your comment may be deleted. Roy Cooper 5, (tie) Ty Breuer, Mandan, N.D., and Yance Day, Tahlequah, Okla., 85.5, $1,542. [18], Cheyenne Frontier Days features nightly concerts by popular music and comedy acts, a midway, a fair with rides, games, and food vendors, wild west shows featuring Western riding, an Indian village, and a large PRCA nationally sanctioned rodeo. Margaret Boice Clay Tryan and Jade Corkill, the final pair . 2021 Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo makes history and legends Hes not going to many rodeos these days but the man who holds the NFR record for appearances in his event (23) was back in Cheyenne to easily advance out of the tie-down qualifying round with a solid 12.4 second run on Monday. 3, (tie) Boudreaux Campbell, Crockett, Texas, and Shad Winn, Nephi, Utah, 85, $898 each. Davis [19], Three free pancake breakfasts are served each year which are sponsored by the local Kiwanis chapter. Rodeo Archives - Cheyenne Frontier Days Professional Rodeo Five previous racers had stopped the clock in less than 17.3 seconds when Busby rode her mare Tito (registered name Blazin With My Dude) into the arena. They are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday with close to 40,000 people taking advantage of this every year. Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum is open all year round. That puts him in close contention for a return trip to Las Vegas to ride bulls in December. 3, Team Crazy Horse, $3,989. [26], Authentic chuckwagon crews visit for a few days to demonstrate life on the Goodnight Trail,[27] which was more than 100 years ago. Clem McSpadden. 2, Ashley Goforth, Azle, Texas, 6.5, $2,213. 4, Taygen Schuelke, Newell, S.D., 80.5, $588. Proctor won third in the first round and first place in the second round. Powers Family Rod Hottle tickets will range from $100-$300 and will be sold only through the Cheyenne Frontier Days. Twelve rodeo athletes competed in each event (12 teams in team roping) with just six advancing to Sunday's competition. Roy Clark Ray Boeshart Ronda Mahan This is such a traditional-filled rodeo, Miller said. 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