Features

On heels of record run, Schwenke eyes CFR title

The last time Shane Schwenke roped in Canada, he and partner Mike Beers set a world record.

Nov 11, 2009 | 9:15 am | Loading…

Tough Break

To some, a one-month break from work might sound like the perfect way to cap off a summer.

Aug 12, 2009 | 8:00 pm | Loading…

Busted shin, cramped quarters don't slow down Cannon

CHEYENNE -- Fitting four bareback riders into a town car is hard enough.

Jul 23, 2009 | 10:10 am | Loading…

Former T-Bird is hungry for more

Bryce Miller has already scored one huge check.

Jul 11, 2009 | 9:25 pm | Loading…

Lasting Legacy: Lane Frost and the rodeo community

First-hand accounts may help Lane Frost's legacy grow the most in the rodeo community, but it lives on in tangible forms as well.

Jul 11, 2009 | 9:15 pm | Loading…

The fans' champion

The grandstands have emptied, and cars file one by one out of the fairgrounds.

Jul 11, 2009 | 9:00 pm | Loading…

Time for luck is on cowboy's side

Seth Glause knows there's no need to panic.

Jul 01, 2009 | 8:30 am | Loading…

Short go timed events roundup

It wasn't until Friday night that Jessica Picchietti first realized that she could win a national championship at the College National Finals Rodeo.

Jun 20, 2009 | 11:55 pm | Loading…

Short go roughstock roundup

RC Landingham and Steven Peebles battled through 10 regular season rodeos and four rounds at the College National Finals Rodeo.

Jun 20, 2009 | 11:45 pm | Loading…

Short go notebook

COWGIRLS vs. BARRELS

Jun 20, 2009 | 11:40 pm | Loading…

Cowgirls claim second title in three years; coach says more are coming

Maybe it doesn't qualify as a dynasty just yet.

Jun 20, 2009 | 11:35 pm | Loading…

Gene getup

First Miss Rodeo America watches three family members at CNFR

Jun 20, 2009 | 9:25 pm | Loading…

No time, no matter

CSI cowboy finishes first CNFR without mom

Jun 20, 2009 | 9:20 pm | Loading…

Follow tonight's short go on Ron Gullberg's live blog

Can't wait to read about the 60th College National Finals Rodeo short go later?

Jun 20, 2009 | 10:50 am | Loading…

Weber State contender advances to bareback finals

Caleb Bennett will need a lot of help to win a championship.

Jun 19, 2009 | 9:40 pm | Loading…

Luck of the draw

Jordan Muncy of Panhandle State came within 10 points of winning the women's all-around championship as a freshman at last year's College National Finals Rodeo.

Jun 19, 2009 | 9:25 pm | Loading…

CNFR Profiles

Sarah Beth Zybach, New Mexico Highlands

Jun 19, 2009 | 7:45 pm | Loading…

Natural talent

All-around leader, anti-tobacco crusader: 'How bad do you want to win?'

Jun 19, 2009 | 6:00 pm | Loading…

Trailblazer calls 'The End'

'After 40 years of teaching and 25 of coaching, you know when it's time to retire'

Jun 19, 2009 | 5:55 pm | Loading…

No retire in this cowboy

Bull fighter, Air Force veteran extends dual roles, this time with National Guard

Jun 19, 2009 | 5:35 pm | Loading…

Thursday's timed-event roundup

Tie-Down Roping

Jun 18, 2009 | 11:15 pm | Loading…

Back to basics

Cal Poly SLO adjusts tone, expects more

Jun 18, 2009 | 11:05 pm | Loading…

Texas Tech bull rider secures Saturday spot with 79.5-point ride

Stetson Rasberry didn't feel like biting his nails.

Jun 18, 2009 | 11:05 pm | Loading…

Out of the chase, wrestler helps teammates toward titles

Taylor Nahrgang won't win a national championship at this year's College National Finals Rodeo.

Jun 18, 2009 | 11:00 pm | Loading…

Friday's notebook

COWBOYS vs. BULLS

Jun 18, 2009 | 10:50 pm | Loading…

Luck of the draw

Utah Valley cowboy overcomes heart ailment to compete

Jun 18, 2009 | 10:35 pm | Loading…

Friday contestant profiles

Justin Thomas, Laramie County

Jun 18, 2009 | 10:25 pm | Loading…

In his bootsteps

First black world champ serves as mentor for college bull rider

Jun 17, 2009 | 11:10 pm | Loading…

Late bloomer

New Jersey bull riding surprises LCCC, contends for CNFR title

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:55 pm | Loading…

Softball takes pressure away -- for a while

Winn Ratliff was hoping for a better week inside the rodeo arena.

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:45 pm | Loading…

26-year-old bull rider looks at CNFR time differently than 16-year-old roper

Luke Dotson and Wacey Westcott are both first-year competitors at the College National Finals Rodeo who have their sights set on one day qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo.

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:35 pm | Loading…

Trio extends high school bareback competition to CNFR

RC Landingham, Danny Webb and Steven Peebles are used to squaring off against each other.

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:25 pm | Loading…

Notes from Wednesday night performance

Cowgirls vs. Barrels

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:05 pm | Loading…

The Wright Way

The Wright brothers can tell you all of their siblings' names.

Jun 17, 2009 | 8:50 am | Loading…

Cowboy brings company on return CNFR trip

Taylor White is back. And he's got a whole crew with him -- plus one more on the way.

Jun 17, 2009 | 8:40 am | Loading…

Fans in tow

If Missouri Valley College's Jake Shaw is competing in a rodeo, it's a good bet that his family will be sitting in the stands cheering him on.

Jun 17, 2009 | 8:35 am | Loading…

Duel roles

Rachel Tiedeman thought she was making a choice between rodeo and wrestling.

Jun 17, 2009 | 8:10 am | Loading…

CNFR Notes & Numbers: Tuesday night

NUMBERS

Jun 17, 2009 | 7:40 am | Loading…

Roughstock Roundup: Monday

Bull Riding

Jun 15, 2009 | 7:45 pm | Loading…

Timed Roundup: Monday

Barrel Racing

Jun 15, 2009 | 7:35 pm | Loading…

Cowgirl focuses on the next run

Defending all-around champion keys on barrels

Jun 15, 2009 | 7:30 pm | Loading…

CNFR Notes & Numbers: Monday

Cowgirls vs. Barrels

Jun 15, 2009 | 7:30 pm | Loading…

Oklahoma cowboy, dad contends for title one week after losing wife

Riding to heal

Jun 15, 2009 | 7:25 pm | Loading…

Fort Scott cowboy sticks to moniker: Ride hard, drive fast

007

Jun 15, 2009 | 4:30 pm | Loading…

No intro needed

First-time teammates exchange names, rope steer

Jun 15, 2009 | 4:25 pm | Loading…

Timed Roundup: Monday

Barrel Racing

Jun 15, 2009 | 4:20 pm | Loading…

Drive all night

By ERIC SCHMOLDT Star-Tribune staff writer

Jun 15, 2009 | 10:20 am | Loading…

Weiser shows comfort in Events Center

Weiser shows comfort in Events Center

Jun 14, 2009 | 10:50 pm | Loading…

Close is good enough for Schmidt

Defending saddle bronc champ survives first day

Jun 14, 2009 | 10:30 pm | Loading…

CNFR Profiles

Blaze Hamaker, Central Wyoming

Jun 14, 2009 | 9:40 pm | Loading…

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2009 CNFR Idol

Who's the best singing cowboy or cowgirl at the 2009 CNFR? You be the judge. Vote daily in the third annual CNFR Idol contest and help your favorite performer win a $250 gas card for his or her trip home.

Who's the best singing cowboy or cowgirl at the 2009 CNFR? You be the judge. Vote daily in the third annual CNFR Idol contest and help your favorite performer win a $250 gas card for his or her trip home.

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