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Super Qualifer - all checks qualify to Ariat WSTR Finale 20 held this year in Sweetwater, TX

He was a loving father, husband and papa. As the years went by Clyde traveled countless miles to share special events with his daughters and his grand kids. Clyde filled his days working around his house in Almyra; repairing saddles, building roping dummies, and being with his beloved wife Dixie.

Troy Wayne Ragsdale - 1969-2026

Troy’s greatest joy came from being a father and grandfather. He cherished every moment spent with his children and grandchildren, especially taking Kamden fishing and Kynlee to ride horses at the rodeo. He always ensured that they knew how deeply he loved them and how proud he was of their accomplishments. His big heart extended beyond family—he was known for helping anyone in need and bringing lighthearted humor wherever he went. Whether he was cutting up with his roping friends at a rodeo arena or being the life of the party singing Creed songs at karaoke, Troy’s presence was unforgettable.

Super Qualifier The Daddy This Summer

Come Rope this summer at this super qualifier!

James Lee "Jim" Hill - 1948-2026

Jim enjoyed team roping and hauling his daughters to rodeos. He also served Channing ISD as a school board member for many years and Hartley County as a county commissioner for two terms. He was a founding member of the High Plains Ranchers and Breeders Association, giving local ranchers a place to showcase the horses they bred and raised. Whether horseback, working cattle, raising a good horse, or helping neighbors and family, Jim lived with purpose, determination, and a steady devotion to the ranching way of life.

Tommy Joe Hamar Sr. - 1943-2026

Tommy was a member of the Melrose Roping Club, and enjoyed team roping. He worked as a cattle order buyer for many years and owned cattle for most of his life. Later on in life, he went to work for the Roberts family driving a cattle truck and working on the farm. Tommy thoroughly enjoyed the western way of life and believed in working cattle horseback as much as possible.

Gerald "Jerry" Clyde Kendall - 1954-2026

Rodeo was the heartbeat of Jerry’s life. A respected team roper, he won the Dodge Circuit Finals multiple times and even won the Century Roping at the Caldwell Night Rodeo. He had more roping wins than most could count, supported by a long list of great partners who shared in his success. Jerry was well-known for his talent in the arena, his willingness to share his knowledge, and his natural knack for finding a good horse—which almost always ended up with one of his kids or grandkids. Beyond his skill with horses, he had a deep love for trading western silver and could famously turn just about anything into a deal or a trade.

Everett Eugene Glover - 1941- 2026

He was proud to serve as a rodeo chaplain and as a rough stock director for the New Mexico High School Rodeo Association, where he made a lasting impact on many lives. His love for rodeo was matched by his deep love for Jesus and his unwavering devotion to his family.

Jeffrey Scott Homack - 1975-2026

Jeff was proud to be a member of the Cochise/Graham Cattlemen’s Association. He was honored to help promote, protect, and advance the Arizona cattle industry during his term as President. Jeff was full of passion, believing in the love of his family, the ranch, and all things U of A related.

Dwight Julian - 1945-2026

He spent countless hours working on ranches, breaking horses, and team roping—often alongside his brothers. He built his life around the cowboy way, embracing its values and traditions. Throughout the years, he was blessed with the opportunity to travel the country competing in team roping events, collecting many stories and memories along the way.

Jason "JT" Turner - 1972-2026

Jason loved spending time with family. He was an Extension Horse Specialist and teaching people about horses was his passion.

Jerry Glenn Craig - 1963-2026

He loved team roping and spending his evenings and weekends in the arena. Some of his favorite times were spent roping alongside his son Colton. He also enjoyed raising cattle, classic cars, and fishing when he got the chance. Bluegrass music or Elvis was often playing nearby, and he never passed up the chance to dance or have a good time with friends. If you saw him with a styrofoam cup in his hand, chances are it was filled with his famous “Jerry Craig water”. Jerry’s spirit was contagious. His presence filled a room, and his generous heart was felt by everyone fortunate enough to cross his path.

Owen "Tooter" Cosper - 1933-2026

A cowboy in both spirit and action, Tooter remained a current member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and the United States Team Roping Association, winning multiple awards even after the age of seventy. He helped found the New Mexico Junior Rodeo Association and played a meaningful role in the Albuquerque/Bernalillo 4-H program, shaping the lives of countless young riders. Tooter will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and the many people whose lives he touched with his humor, generosity, and cowboy wisdom.

Melody Ann Chapman - 1960-2026

Melody's legacy is a testament to her unwavering faith, deep love for her family and friends, and enduring passion for the cowboy way of life. Although her presence will be dearly missed, her family takes comfort in knowing that she is now with her Heavenly Father, experiencing the eternal peace and joy she longed for.

Randal Scott Bingham - 1951-2026

Over the years, he won numerous saddles, buckles, cash prizes, and even a pickup truck from roping competitions. For the last 10+ years, Randy spent his winters in Wickenburg, Arizona, team roping, of course. Each year, his stays grew longer as he enjoyed the warm weather and his many friendships.

Felix Val Verde Lopez - 1956-2026

He was a proud rodeo dad, not only to his own children but to many others he encouraged along the way. One of his greatest joys was watching his grandchildren enter the arena each moment filling him with pride. Felix was a man of strong faith who deeply loved his family and friends.

Dalton Briar Heath - 2001-2026

Known for his kind heart and genuine care for others, Briar always put those around him first and was quick to lend a helping hand whenever someone was in need. He was a dedicated and hardworking young man who operated heavy equipment with JM Enterprises and also worked alongside his uncle at Fox Valley. Briar’s love for his family, farming, and the sport of roping and riding will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who knew and loved him.

William "Lane" Smyer - 1986-2026

Lane had a huge personality and an even bigger heart. He would help anyone he could. He loved his family fiercely, especially his nieces and nephews. He loved good food, good music, and watching movies.

Eddy Womack - 1937-2026

Eddy Womack leaves behind a legacy rooted in hard work, family, and a western way of life. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and kind heart.

Thomas "Virgil" Minshew - 1962-2026

To Virgil no one was a stranger. He touched many lives everywhere he went and was a friend to all. He always had a smile on his face and was eager to help in any way he could, especially through rodeo and sporting clays. He will be missed by many, but is now in the arms of Jesus. There is no doubt he loved the Lord and was welcomed to his eternal home.

Danny Cardoza - 1949-2026

Cardoza was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame in 2002. He learned to rope as a child even before he learned to race ride, and in addition to his professional career, in his free time Cardoza was always a talented team roper and loved to compete on second-career racehorses. Cardoza is survived by his wife, Debbie, and children Tiffany Bohland, Shane Cardoza and Kaelie Cardoza, as well as grandchildren, additional family and countless friends.

John Paboojian - 1937-2026

“John Paboojian was a fierce competitor. He had no fear. One year, I think in 1969 when we roped on the grass in the football stadium at Livermore, John was roping with Billy Darnell and riding his great horse King. The steer slipped on the grass, and John somehow roped him by two feet when his legs were out of the arena. When he dallied, he brought that steer’s feet back inside that panel fence. I was standing in the arena with Leonard Ferreira watching the rest of slack, and when Leonard saw that he swore he’d never enter another rodeo. And he didn’t. Billy and Paboojian had been kicking our ass, and he’d seen enough.”

Cowtown Super Qualifier

Join us for this Super Qualifier in Cowtown! All CHECKS Qualify for 20th WSTR FInale in Vegas! Beginning February 18th

D'Aun B. Lucero - 1939-2026

Later in life, D’Aun met and married Fred Lucero, enjoying almost 40 years blending their lives together. D’Aun was a simple woman, who loved her family, and enjoyed all the simple things in life. She never met a stranger. D’Aun was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

Stormy Mullins - 1954-2026

Stormy dedicated 26 years to education as a high school Agricultural Science teacher in Azle, Texas, shaping generations of students through mentorship, high expectations, and genuine care. After retiring from the classroom, he continued to devote his life to the work he loved. He spent several years coaching the rodeo team at Weatherford College, where his leadership and horsemanship influenced countless student-athletes. He later worked for Chris Cox overseeing facility operations, assisting with clinics, and supporting operations. For the past 16 years, he worked for various nonprofit organizations producing mustang training competitions, becoming a trusted and steady presence behind the scenes. He was also a cornerstone of event production at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo for more than 30 years, where his professionalism and leadership were widely respected.

Larry Michael Duggan - 1947-2026

Larry competed in youth, college and professional rodeo as a bull rider before turning his attention to the single steer roping event where he earned a qualification to the 1980 National Finals Steer Roping in Laramie, Wyoming. Larry actively competed in single steer roping and team roping into his early 70s. What started as an idea for a hobby – learning the art of saddle making at night school at the Texas State Technical Institute in Amarillo – turned into a five-decade career of building custom saddles for clients that ranged from the casual roper to world champions to the Shiek of Dubai. He returned to TSTI as an instructor for a year and taught several of the top saddle makers currently working in the industry today. He opened Cowboy Saddle Shop in 1972 and since then, he created 773 works of art – all unique to each customer’s specifications and all crafted by him alone. Many of his customers were repeat buyers and along the way became close friends.

Curtis Lynn McKnight - 1947-2026

Curtis owned and operated Wells Siding Company/McKnight Construction, but ranching was his passion and something he did his entire life. Curtis loved his family, his beloved wife, kids, grandkids and great-grandkids, but most of all he loved the Lord and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Wells. He and his wife put on Crossfire Team Ropings where he made many friends.

Rodney Ray Dimitroff - 1941-2026

Above all else, Rodney loved his family. Watching his grandchildren was one of his favorite pastimes, and time spent with them brought him great joy. He leaves behind a legacy of love, hard work, and kindness, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Andrew "Jess" Gililland - 1931 - 2026

After retirement, Jess did day work for ranchers until it began interfering with his passion for team roping, a sport in which he truly excelled. Jess roped calves in his younger years but later focused on team roping. In 1997, he won $27,000 at a USTRC event, roping on two horses he trained himself. Over the years, he earned 40 buckles and nine saddles, generously giving away many of those buckles. We say goodbye to a rancher, a horseman, a father, and a keeper of a disappearing way of life. Jess is survived by his five children, nine grandchildren, and nineteen great grandchildren.

Larry Dewayne Barker - 1951-2026

Larry was a devoted friend and family man. He had relentless passion for whatever came his way and believed that if you were going to do something you should do it right, and big. He never turned people away and was always available if you needed help, encouragement, or someone to believe in you. Larry personified the idea that “What you do for yourself dies with you when you leave this world. What you do for others’ lives on forever.”

Cecil Alvin Nichol - 1934- 2026

Cecil's enduring spirit and love for life were evident in every endeavor; age never hindered him in any way. He was a man who transcended generations, finding joy on the back of a horse and in the company of those he loved. Cecil's legacy of resilience, humor, and dedication will forever be cherished by his family and friends.

PPQ Is Back!

Rope 4 Steers, meet or beat par time to win a paid entry to the Ariat WSTR XX in your own backyard.

Shryl Schneemann Cooper - 1955-2025

On December 1, Shryl passed away surrounded by her loving family. Jill shared that her mom is now at home with Jesus. The rodeo community is mourning as Shryl was "home' to many and acted as the "supermom" to anyone she welcomed to her home.

Jim Nichols - 1951- 2025

Jim was a storyteller and a lover of life. If you were around him very long you would see his face light up with a smile and a glimmer in his eye while telling one of his favorite stories. His laugh made you smile and he was never short of a greeting for everyone he met. There was never a question whether he was a cowboy or how much he loved the sport of rodeo.

Don Kimble - 1950-2025

“I would like to be remembered as a person who treated other people jut like he would like to be treated, and that his word was always good. If your word and handshake aren’t good, there are no contracts to make up for that anyway.”

Joseph Dell Millward - 1969-2025

He was respected in the Equine community for his horse shoeing abilities, team roping and work with horses. He was fiercely loyal, genuinely concerned and uncommonly thoughtful to his many friends. He was respectful and congenial to all who knew him in business or as an acquaintance. His greatest joy and focus in life were his two beautiful daughters.

Thomas Edward Braman - 1986-2025

While he loved fishing, hunting and rodeoing, nothing compared to the love he held for his two children, Isabella Grace Braman and Braylen Hawes Braman. They were the center of his world, and he treasured every moment spent with them. He was incredibly proud of them, and he cherished getting to teach them all about the things that were special to him.

Ariat WSTR #7.5 Standlee Finale Champions: Antonio Siller and Clemente Sanchez

Antonio Silver and Clemente Sanchez roped four steers in 45.33 seconds to win the Ariat WSTR #7.5 Finale, worth $184,000.

Ariat WSTR #8.5 Morton Buildings Finale Champions: Dylan and Clay Martin

It was a $329,000 day for the cousins from Wyoming. Wyoming cousins Dylan and Clay Martin claimed the win at the Ariat World Series of Team Roping #8.5 Morton Buildings Finale, roping four steers in 35.10 seconds to take home $329,000.

Ariat WSTR #9.5 Ariat Finale Champions: Garrett Lefebvre and Clancy Wilkerson

The team is taking home $407,000 back to Arizona. In the highest-paying roping of the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale, Arizona’s Garrett Lefebvre and Clancy Wilkerson topped the leaderboard, running four steers in 32.71 seconds to win $407,000.

Ariat WSTR #9.5 Laredo Custom Haulers Invitational Champions: Lewis Perry and Keith Heritage

The $100,000 check and a Laredo Custom Haulers truck are heading to Florida. Florida’s Lewis Perry and Keith Heritage got the win at the Ariat World Series of Team Roping #9.5 Laredo Custom Haulers Invitational, roping four steers in 34.32 seconds to earn $100,000 for Perry and a brand-new Laredo Custom Haulers truck for Heritage.

Ariat WSTR #10.5 YETI Finale Champions: Chance Hanna and Dalton Miller

The largest #10.5 in team roping history happened Dec. 11. Texas’ Chance Hanna and Dalton G. Miller took home $362,000 for their 32.44-second run on four head to win the record-setting Ariat World Series of Team Roping #10.5 YETI Finale.

Ariat WSTR #11.5 Silencer Central Champions: Jim Breck Bean and Jasper Klein

Alpine, Texas, natives and best friends Jim Breck Bean and Jasper Klein ran four steers in 29 seconds to win the Ariat World Series of Team Roping #11.5 Silencer Central Finale and $306,000.

Ariat WSTR #12.5 Finale Champions: Michael Ortiz and Adrian Martinez

The $225,000 check is headed to New Mexico. Michael Ortiz of Bosque Farms and Adrian Martinez of Los Lunas, New Mexico, ran four steers in 29.94 seconds to win the Ariat World Series of Team Roping #12.5 Ariat Finale and a life-changing $225,000.

Ariat WSTR #13.5 USA Haulers Finale Champions: Brady Pitchford and Clint Robinson

The Utah team walked away with $230,000 after going 28.79 seconds on four head. Spanish Fork, Utah’s Brady Pitchford and Clint Robinson were crowned champions of the Ariat World Series of Team Roping #13.5 USA Haulers Finale, taking home $230,000 for their four-head average of 28.79 seconds.

Ariat WSTR Riata Open to the World Finale Champions: Coy Rahlmann and Logan Medlin

It was a $100,000 payday for Coy Rahlmann and Logan Medlin. Coy Rahlmann of Mineral Wells, Texas, and Logan Medlin of Tatum, New Mexico, took home $100,000 after roping six head in 37.58 seconds to win the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Riata Open to the World Finale.

#14.5 Zesterra WSTR Finale Champions: Rayson Hillman and Colter Buttars

It was a $147,000 day for the Idaho and Utah boys. Rayson Hillman of Dayton, Idaho, and Colter Buttars of Lewiston, Utah, topped the leaderboard in the #14.5 Zesterra Finale at the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale, stopping the clock at 28.68 seconds on four head to win $147,000.

#15.5 Priefert WSTR Finale Champions: Denton Parish and Colby Corkill

The young guns kicked off the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale with a $57,000 win. Eighteen-year-old Denton Parish of Perrin, Texas, and 14-year-old Colby Corkill of Stephenville, Texas, kicked off the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale with a bang—winning the #15.5 Priefert WSTR Finale and $57,000 for their time of 27.29 seconds on four head.

Finale on Schedule at South Point Despite Cancelations

Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale on Schedule at South Point Despite Cancelations

Ariat WSTR Finale Continuing, EHV-1 Prompts Stricter Biosecurity

The Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale at the South Point Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas is moving forward as planned, as state animal health officials monitor confirmed cases of neurologic equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) linked to recent events in Texas and Oklahoma and tighten biosecurity protocols ahead of the winter event season. There are no state or federal restrictions at this time that would prevent the Finale from taking place at South Point in Las Vegas. That update follows a Nov. 19 multi-state animal health call, where officials agreed to continue their standard process of tracking, identifying and quarantining exposed horses and affected premises.

Riata Showcase Horse Sale

The highly anticipated Riata Showcase Horse Sale returns for its 2nd year, featuring 62 premier horses Sunday December 7th. Doors Open at 9am, Sale starts 10am South Point Main Arena

Christopher "Cole" Sealy - 1970-2025

A graduate of Southwest Texas State University with a Bachelor of Science in Agribusiness, Cole poured his energy into the cowboy way of life. He was a talented team roper, an FFA Lone Star Farmer, and served as Vice President of the Texas High School Rodeo Association. Rodeo, agriculture, and faith weren’t just hobbies for Cole—they were a way of life.

WSTR Super Qualifiers in Guthrie

Rope in Guthrie , Ok at the WSTR Super Qualfiers immediately following Riata Championships each day.

George "Pete" Zanetti- 1939-2025

Longtime team roper and horse-trailer guru George "Pete" Zanetti passed away on July 30, 2025. He was 86. Pete was born in Victorville, Calif., to Anthony and Pearl Zanetti and grew up working in their donut shop, the Desert Maid Bakery. He began riding horses at a very young age with his father, picking up a rope when he was 9 years old and only putting it down a few years ago.

Chris Glover - 1960-2025

Chris team roped all his life, and qualified for three National Finals Steer Ropings in 2016, ’18 and ’19—his first at age 56. Glover also was a five-time National Circuit Finals Steer Roping contestant in 2010-11, 2015-17 from the Mountain States Circuit. He won that last NCFSR in Torrington, Wyoming in 2017. “Chris loved his family, and he never met a stranger,” JoJo LeMond said. “He had great morals, and respect for people and the land. He was just dang right a good man. He also loved to have fun, and we had a lot of it. I don’t know that I ever saw him in a bad mood. A couple minutes after a bad run, it was washed away. Chris was about 20 years older than me, but we got along perfect."

John Max Robertson, Jr. - 1981-2025

John was born on October 6, 1981, in Burlingame, California, to John Max Robertson, Sr. and Jenine Ann Robertson. He accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior later in life and lived life with his faith. John will be fondly remembered for his kindness, generous spirit, and larger-than-life smile. He had been a proud member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association, the American Cowboy Team Roping Association, and the World Series of Team Roping. He lived life to the fullest on the back of a horse and will be remembered for his deep love for family and passion for all things Cowboy and Rodeo.

Ralph "Thunder" Maynard - 1944-2025

Ralph, the youngest of four children grew up on a ranch near Dupree, S.D. Growing up, Ralph and his two brothers and many great friends grew up ranching and hunting. Some of Ralph’s greatest childhood stores include his beloved South Dakota friends who became family for life. As Ralph’s rodeo career took him to the National Finals Rodeo four times in Oklahoma City, OK, he met the most amazing families and friends across the country. Some of the greatest cowboys of all time were Ralph’s closest friends. Ralph stayed in touch with his friends from across the rodeo trail throughout his life.

Thomas Clorine Farwell - 1940-2024

Thomas was an amazing Horseman, roper, and won many Buckles and Saddles. He also was a Jeep Racer and won many times at that as well. He did field Trial and was a great dog trainer. He was a great Hunter, and one of the best brick Layers(mason) ever. He loved life!

Special Fees Qualifier - Title Fights & 9.5 Heartland

One of the last Super Qualifiers for the 2025 season . If can't make it to rope, watch Live on Roping.com.

Tutt Garnett - 1952- 2025

Garnett, who was from Matador, Texas, worked his way up the rodeo ranks, winning the American Junior Rodeo Association regional championships in calf roping and all-around. He went on to compete at Western Texas College in Snyder and Eastern New Mexico University in Portales. Garnett joined the PRCA in 1976. Initially he competed in all four timed-events – steer wrestling, team roping, tie-down roping and steer roping. "Rodeo has been part of my life since I was about 5 years old," Garnett said in the 1992 PRCA Media Guide. "I learned the basics by working with my dad on the Matador Ranch. I really love rodeo."

Dance Your Way to Vegas!

Ropers who attend both events will be eligible to enter the #12.5, #11.5, and #9.5 Nevada Shuffle divisions in Reno where every team entered receives that Finale entry discount! Also, any check won at this Bonus WSTR Qualifier will qualify ropers for the Ariat Finale XIX.

PPQ Fall Dates

Last chance! Take advantage of roping in your backyard for a chance for Finale qualification. The PPQ program offers opportunities for ropers, especially those in areas with limited access to WSTR events, the opportunity to get qualified for the Finale from their own homes. Practice Pen Qualifiers will be featured on select Wednesdays and weekends, providing ropers the chance to win a paid entry into the Ariat Finale simply by catching 4 steers under the allotted par time for their division.

Texas Two Step WSTR Super Qualifier this Week!

Dance your way to the Finale at the Texas Two Step WSTR Super Qualifier! Join us in Ft. Worth, TX March 6-8 for this Bonus Qualifier where every roper who wins a check will qualify for the Ariat Finale. Check out the special Texas Two Step #14.5, #11.5, and #9.5 divisions. Every roper entered in these divisions receives a 2025 Finale discount (qualification rules apply). To be eligible to enter these divisions, ropers must enter at least one qualifier division at both the Stephenville WSTR (Feb 28-March 2) and the Ft. Worth WSTR (March 6-8).

Title Fights

Starting tomorrow, don't miss the opportunity to win a big check at this super qualifier and roping in great weather!

New in 2025

The Ariat World Series of Team Roping would like to welcome out newest sponsors! USA Haulers, Stretch Training Systems, 4M Equine Ranch and By A Nose Timing Systems. When you are in need of new products, please support all of our partners, because without them we wouldn't be able to enjoy the sport of Team Roping as we know it today. To all of our sponsors, thank you for raising the bar for the Ariat WSTR.

Day 3 - Riata Showcase Horsesale & Riata Open To The World Finale

High call team of New Mexico's Korbin Rice and New York's Jake Edwards secured the win with a time of 38.09 on five head, worth $111,500 for first against some of the best teams in the sport.

Day 2 -The #14.5 Apex Next Evolution Finale

Texans Jorge Jauregui Marrufo and Jose Rodriguez clocking a 26.87 seconds on four head to take home the championship title and a massive $162,000 payout

Day 1 -The #15.5 Priefert WSTR Finale

In the #15.5 Priefert WSTR Finale, Texas's Miles Baker and Trey Johnson posted an aggregate of 28.56 second on four head, taking $66,500 home edging out No. 2 Clay McNichol and Catcher Gasperson by 0.35-of-a-second.

Legacy or Silver Legacy Roper

LEGACY ROPER: This designation is awarded to ropers who roped in the #10 & #9 in 2006 or the #14 in 2007 and renewed each year if the roper entered the Finale in any of these years: 2019, 2021, 2022, or 2023.

Super Patch

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#9.5 Ariat WSTR Finale Champions Break Record Splitting $400k

History was made! Father son team of Lorenzo Carbajal and Antonio Carbajal win the Ariat #9.5 Finale, taking home the largest pay out in the history of team roping from the second call back position.

#10.5 YETI WSTR Finale XVII Champions

Witt Crowser, New Underwood, SD and Rio Nutter, Rapid City, SD take the win of the largest roping so far, winning the Yeti #10.5 Finale from the third callback position with a time of 34.74 on 4 head. They only had to sweat out two teams, and with both the second call and high call teams roping a leg, they were able to take the victory with $342,000 most money paid to 1st.

#11.5 Eqiune Hemp Solutions WSTR FInale XVII Champions

The second call back team of Kirby Hill, Blossum, TX and Bradley Ball, Sulphur Springs, TX secured the win of the Equine Network #11.5 Finale on Wednesday afternoon, December 13th. They roped their final steer in a quick 7.05 seconds giving them a total time of 30.82 on 4 head, wining $303,000

#12.5 Ariat WSTR Finale XVII Champions

With an overall time of 28.79 on 4, the twins take home $272,000 out of the total of 1,669,750.

#13.5 Fay Ranches WSTR FInale XVII Champions

The brothers got it done! Daylan Frost & Brendon Frost take the win of the Fay Ranches #13.5 Finale from the second call back position with a total time of 28.86 on four. A miss from the high call team guaranteed them $222,000.

#14.5 Ariat WSTR Final XVII Champions

Casey Lambert, El Paso, TX, and Twister Smith, Jones, OK outlasted the pack of 27 teams that made it to the short round, winning the Ariat #14.5 Finale from the 6th call back position with a fast 6.89 on their 4th and final steer, giving them an overall time of 28.73 on 4.

Riata Open to the World Finale Champions

With a no time from the high call team, Bubba Buckaloo, Kingston, OK & Nicky Northcott, Stephenville, TX took home the win with a time of 43.06 on 6 steers.

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Watch the Ariat Finale XVII Steer Break-in Process!

Here is a sneak peek at this year's Ariat WSTR Finale XVII cattle, plus some tips and tricks for breaking in the perfect set of roping steers!

Last Chance for the 2023 Season this Sept!

Final chance for Heartland Finale in 2023 season is September 21st in Abilene, TX . It will be a #9.5 Heartland on Saturday coupled with the Title Fightss - A 2023 WSTR Special Fees Qualifier produced by Shelley Productions $300/ Roper, Enter 2x Pick or draw.

#12.5 Heartland Winners 6/3/23

They needed to rope their fourth and final steer in 9.16 seconds or less to beat out the 2nd call back team of Michael Angell and Brice Stafford, and they did just that, roping their short round steer in 8.81 seconds, winning by a margin of only .36 seconds.

#10.5 Heartland San Antonio, TX

Alfonso Macias, Dallas, TX and Pablo Robles, Donalda Alberta, Canada roped their last steer in 7.47 seconds, giving them a total time of 30.79 on 4.

WS Finale XVII Ropers Sean Lehane & Partner Todd Overstreet Run in London

“To finish, we had to run by Buckingham Palace as it was preparing for the coronation of the King, so there were tons of people around, and you could hear on the loudspeaker, ‘here come the cowboys!’ It was like we were two unicorns in the crowd, when in our world, it’s so normal.” Todd said he is ready to compete, but said, “I definitely don’t want to be a one trick pony. I told Sean, you better get your act together, because I don’t want to be the cowboys that they only know for running, I want to be the cowboys they know for roping and winning the Finale.”

Ariat WSTR welcomes Equine Hemp Solutions as the official hemp supplement

Equine Hemp Solutions is an all-natural hemp-based supplement with no CBD or THC that can help enhance healthy joint and bone connective tissue and in studies the flavonoids in Hempflavin have been found to be 30 times more effective than an NSAID.

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#10.5 Heartland Winners

Mel Smith & Tony Lang roped their last steer in smoking fast 7.97 seconds, giving them a time of 34.82 on 4 head, beating their competition by over 4.5 seconds

American Rodeo Contender Tournament Finals Globe Life Field. Arlington, TX

Gold Buckles and Brothers: The Contenders are set to rope in the American Rodeo

Tyler West and Kenny Meeks Win The 9.5 Heartland in Hamilton, TX

Tyler West, Hearne, TX and Kenny Meeks, Normangee, TX, proved they have nerves of steel, winning the #9.5 Heartland, roping their fourth and final steer in 7.99 seconds from the high call back position on January 21st.

The Ariat #9 WSTR FInale 16 pays $2,417,500 in cash

Chris Torres and Guy Allen make history taking home $390,000 in the Ariat #9 WSTR Finale 16

#10.5 Cowboy Tack Finale Pays Big!

Kyle Reed, from Marietta, Oklahoma and his heeling partner Trevor Glenn from Leonard, TX took home the big win of the day, $340,000 in cash.

11.5 Gold Buckle Beer Finale Winners from Canyon, TX

Prestyn Hewitt & Andy Anya from Canyon, TX are taking home the gold in the #11.5 Gold Buckle Beer Finale the team earned an amazing $308,000 in cash and the tremendous Ariat WSTR Finale Prizeline

Colorado Team Ropes to Win $260,000 in the #12.5 Ariat Finale

The big winners of the day was the team of Clint Lay from Hugo, Colorado and Dustin Darling from Peyton, C who claimed a payout of $260,000.

#13.5 Lubrisyn WSTR Finale Champions from Idaho

Give it up for this team of ropers, Cole Garland of Napa, ID and Dillon Bahem of Parma, ID as they laid claim to the #13.5 Lubrisyn World Series of Team Roping Finale. They earned a total cash payout of $222,000.

Alabama & Texas Lay Claim to the #14.5 Priefert WSTR Finale!

Riley Kittle from Woodland, AL and Sergio Gonzales from Jourdanton, TX won the roping after a tough roping from top to bottom.

American Rodeo Open Champions

Jake Cooper Clay of Sapulpa, OK on the head side and Kollin VonAhn of Blanchard, OK cleaning up the heels, outperformed the rest of the field of tough competitors to take the championship. Their time of 38.12 seconds on six head earned them the 2022 American Rodeo Open World Series Finale title, $100,000 in cash and beautiful prizes from WSTR’s amazing sponsors and a chance to move on to the American Rodeo.

2022 Open Roping Calcutta – An Opening Success!

On Friday, December 2nd, we are pleased to invite any entered Finale Roper, and your friends to the RAM Rodeo NFR Watch Party (doors open at 4:30) and the inaugural WSTR Open Calcutta presented by Flying H Ranch at the South Poiny. Take the excitement to another level by participating in the Calcutta the night before The American Rodeo Open WSTR Finale.

Ariat WSTR American Rodeo Contender Tourn. Semi-Finals & Wild Card Round

Ariat World Series of Team Roping American Rodeo Contender Tournament Semi-Finals and Wild Card Round Qualified Ropers will advance to Regional Finals Dates and Locations Announced

Matt Petrus & Paco Falcon win the #12.5 Heartland in San Antonio, TX

From the 4th call back position, Matt Petrus, Skidmore, TX and Paco Falcon, Premont, TX were able to secure the #12.5 Heartland win in San Antonio, TX

Highpoint Performance Horses Becomes Official Stallion Breeding Program for Ariat WSTR

As the premier stallion program in the country, Highpoint Performance Horses is stepping in to support the team roping industry

Kayelen Helton & Matt Ingle win the #13.5 Heartland in Hamilton, TX

Congratulations to Kayelen Helton, Stephenville, TX and Matt Ingle, Cumby, TX for winning the #13.5 Heartland in Hamilton, TX on June 24.

Fay Ranches Real Estate is the official real estate partner of the Ariat WSTR

Fay Ranches has been providing brokerage services for 30 years, is responsible for some of the country's most iconic ranches, and is honored by its direct ties to the ranch rodeo community.

Butler Beds has a niche all to its own in the bale bed and flatbed business

“What’s cools is we have WSTR ropers like Miles Baker who use our beds every day to feed horses and cows and then he hooks his Bloomer trailer up and heads over to Trevor’s or to the next roping. Our beds compliment a pickup and trailer but also are a little ranchy too!”

Ariat WSTR Welcomes Mule Deer Foundation

"The Mule Deer Foundation is a lot like the World Series of Team Roping in that we want to preserve the outdoor way of life for the future generations.”

New Partnership with Superior Sleep Experience

“The cowboy lifestyle puts a lot of strain on the body. Plain and simple. Your shoulders, back, knees, joints, and all around muscles just get sore. There is nothing that helps alleviate the pain and rejuvenate the body better than getting a solid nights sleep. A small investment in your mattress and an adjustable base can literally change your life.” says Jamie Slayton of Superior Sleep Experience.

NEW Ariat WSTR American Rodeo Open Roping Contender Tournament!

The American Rodeo is now the official sponsor of the Open division of the Ariat World Series of Team Roping, creating a tournament-style structure for ropers to qualify for the $1 million contender bonus March 11, 2023.

Moe Ramirez & Paco Falcon win the #10.5 Heartland in San Antonio

Over a hot memorial weekend, Ramirez & Falcon came from the 8th call back position with a time of 8.47 on their last steer, leaving them with an overall time of 36.27 on 4 steers and 7 teams to sweat.

WSTR Finale XVI Legacy Roper Deadline Fast Approaching

Your discounted Legacy entry deadline is quickly approaching - Vegas here we come! The Legacy entry postmark deadline is May 31. Most of you have been Legacy Ropers for over fifteen years, however, some of you are new legacy members this year because you were either a 2021 WSTR Finale champion or have been a Finale contestant for ten consecutive years.

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