IN THE NEWS Reno Rodeo Association 2024 Hall of Fame Honorees
2024 Calgary Stampede Qualifications Parameters Released
The Reno Rodeo Association recently honored legendary cowboys and cowgirls at their 2024 Hall of Fame celebration dinner on Saturday, March 9 at the Reno Livestock Events Center.
The WPRA Board of Directors approved the 2024 Calgary Stampede qualification parameters during their recent Board meeting in Colorado Springs. A total of 30 contestants will earn an opportunity to compete at the Greatest Show on Dirt north of the border in Calgary. The breakdown for those 30 will be as follows: • Top four (4) from the 2023 Canadian Professional Rodeo Association final standings (drop-down until filled) • Top fifteen (15) from the 2023 Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Pro Rodeo final standings (no drop down- if someone drops out, it goes to 2024 World Standings) • Top five (5) from the 2024 Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Qualifications standings as of April 1, 2024, not already qualified (drop down until filled) • Top two (2) from the 2024 Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Western Region Event Qualifier not already qualified (drop down until filled) • Top four (4) from the 2024 Calgary Stampede Ladies Barrel Racing and Breakaway Roping Qualifier not already qualified (drop down until filled). Visit www.wpra.com for more information.
“This event is a great opportunity to delve into the rich history and tradition of the Reno Rodeo while networking with the organization’s community,” said Carrie Ann Sattler, 2024 Reno Rodeo President. The 2024 Reno Rodeo Hall of Fame class included for the first time ever a WPRA member when they honored four-time world champion barrel racer Kristie Peterson. In addition to four world titles, Peterson and her great horse Bozo claimed the Reno Rodeo barrel racing title four times. Joining Peterson in the class of 2024 was Clint Corey (PRCA Bareback Rider), Bob Feist (Contract Personnel), Grant Dalen (Past Reno Rodeo Association President), Bob Beach (Past Reno Rodeo Association President) and Gurrs Roofing, Heating and Sheet Metal (Contributor/Sponsor) The “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West” returns to the Biggest Little City for the 105th year June 20–29. With 10 exciting nights of rodeo competition, the Reno Rodeo is one of the premier stops on the Pro Rodeo Tour. For more information visit RenoRodeo.com.
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