Professional Rodeo

Cowboys work on ranches in North America and are responsible for tending to the cattle that live there. They have origins in Spain, these early cowboys brought many of the practices used when settlers arrived in North America. Cowboys have become a popular legendary figure in American folklore and are still seen tending ranches in... more »

Bareback riding, steer wrestling, team, saddle bronc riding, calf roping and bull riding are main components in a rodeo. The sport is governed by two major organizations; Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA). There are about 2,000 rodeos held each year in the United... more »

Professional bull riding is one of the most dangerous occupations in America. To become a professional bull rider, you will need to practice bull riding, purchase good equipment and become a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. Read on to learn how to become a professional bull rider. more »

Though once a ranch chore, calf roping or tie-down roping, is now a competitive and popular rodeo event. If you've practiced and refined your roping technique, you're ready to find and enter a local calf roping competition, which allows you to compete against fellow ropers. more »

How you buy rodeo tickets depends on what type of rodeo you want to attend. Large rodeos that feature professional rodeo cowboys and cowgirls often offer tickets online. Smaller local rodeos typically only offer tickets at the door the day of the rodeo. Read on to learn how to buy rodeo tickets. more »