How are rodeo animals named?

How are rodeo animals named?

SAN ANGELO, Texas (Concho Valley Homepage) — Animals, be they horses, bulls, calves or sheep, play a vital role in rodeo performances. But why do they sometimes have strange names? Stock contractor Billy Jones shared that his animals are typically named using inspiration from their parents' names. Sometimes, though, a funny name just can't be beat. "Sometimes, if it's a horse we've raised, we tie in the mother or the father in with the name. ...…

Rodeo Officials Discuss Challenges

This year’s Sheridan WYO Rodeo is less than three months away and Rodeo Executive Director Zane Garstad and Rodeo Board President Hayden Heaphy were recently on Public Pulse to discuss all things rodeo. Garstad talked about some of the challenges they face, especially with the ever growing popularity of the event.Rodeo Executive Director Zane GarstadThis year’s Sheridan WYO Rodeo will take place July 9-12 at the Sheridan County Fairgrounds. Tick…

Rodeo Legacy Lives On: Chief Joseph Days Co-Founder Harley Tucker Inducted Into Pro  Rodeo Hall of Fame - Elkhorn Media Group

JOSEPH – (Release from Chief Joseph Days Rodeo) A pillar of Western tradition has been officially recognized:  Harley Tucker, one of the founding visionaries of Chief Joseph Days Rodeo, has been inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. A revered stock contractor, promoter, and leader, Harley’s influence helped shape not just CJD but rodeos across the Northwest and the country.  Harley’s legacy lives on not only in the arena but in his family. H…