From the Columbia River Circuit to the Southeastern Circuit, and everywhere in between, champion contestants laid it all on the line at the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo, April 8-10 in Kissimmee, Florida.  These Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association circuit champions have quite the journey to qualify for the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo. Contestants must enter at least 15 rodeos recognized by the circuit of their choosing throughout the year. From there, they can advance to their regional finals in their respective circuit, where they must win the year-end or average title in th ..read more

Rodeo is in the air! The RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo kicks off in Kissimmee, Florida in just a few short weeks! Rodeo action will be on the dirt shortly, but first, tip your hats to the top contestants in the rodeo industry.   These cowboys and cowgirls have competed at Pro Rodeo (PRCA) level events for the past year and walked away as the event winner or the year-end champion at their respective circuit finals to earn a qualification to the RAM NCFR. After a year of uncertainty, these champions exhibited the tenacity required to chase gold buckle dreams. Job well done, congratulati ..read more

Saddle bronc riding has the deepest roots in the sport of rodeo. This event began on ranches throughout the American West as early as the 1800s. Cowboys competed amongst each other to see who had the skill and style when riding untrained horses. While strength and skill are important in this event, many cowboys believe that saddle bronc riding is the toughest event to master because of the technical work behind it. Learn more about the riders behind ProRodeo’s toughest event with Parker Kempfer, the Southeastern Circuit Finals year-end saddle bronc champion! Getting started in rodeoSitting on ..read more

The RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo in Kissimmee, Florida is just around the corner! Before bareback horses can be loaded, saddles cinched, and legendary bull rides are made, livestock contractors across the nation will load their trailers and head south. Get ready; the top livestock in the nation will arrive at the Silver Spurs Arena in a few short weeks! Rodeo spectators are often too distracted by the thrill of 8-second rides to ask themselves where the livestock come from. A stock contractor supplies rodeos with animals raised on their ranch to compete at events around the United States ..read more

There’s nothing quite like the bond barrel racers share with their horses, the devotion stock contractors pour into their bulls and broncs, and the love we share for the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo! Valentine’s Day is about spoiling your loved ones and we’ve got the perfect gift for you! Treat your sweetheart by purchasing tickets to the rodeo in Kissimmee on April 9th and 10th! By purchasing an experience now, we’re giving you an out of the box, fun adventure with your significant other, and we can assure you it’ll be one for the books! The RAM NCFR is a national championship rodeo high ..read more

The quickest event in professional rodeo was born in the 1890s. As legend has it, Wild West show performer Bill “The Dusky Demon” Pickett caught a runaway steer by wrestling it to the ground. Over 100 years ago, Bill Pickett founded an event that requires teamwork, speed, and strength. Get to know the 2020 Wilderness Circuit Average ChampionJake “Shoop” Stocking is a 26-year-old steer wrestler coming to you from the Beehive State of Utah. When he is not rodeoing, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Abbie, son, Slade (3), and daughter, Lydia (1). His uncle, Jake Ashworth, and Clint Robinson ..read more

Each year, champions from around the country head to Kissimmee, Florida to compete at one of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Associations’ richest rodeos! On April 9th and 10th, the best of the best will head to Osceola County for the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo! On the blog, meet your 2021 RAM NCFR contract personnel!  Announcers Roger Mooney (Right) announcing the 2019 RAM NCFR. Born and raised in Ellijay, Georgia, Roger Mooney began his announcing career in 1984. When he was in college, he stepped in for the scheduled rodeo announcer who had a heart attack. In a short time, Moon ..read more

The roots of tie-down roping lead back to the days of the Old West. This sport was created on working ranches; when a calf was sick or injured, ranch hands would rope and immobilize the calves (for the safety of the animal and themselves) before giving them veterinary treatment. While ranchers still use this practice today, rodeo cowboys back into the box, nod their head for the chute gate to open, and send their horses into a full run to rope and tie three legs of a calf, with the fastest to take home a paycheck. Learn more about tie-down roper (also called calf roper) Bo Pickett, a rising st ..read more

High-flying broncs, 2,000-pound bucking bulls, and quick calves are just a few of the things that scream rodeo action in Kissimmee. To witness all the rodeo events, give the gift of an experience this Christmas! Sit on the edge of your seat in the Silver Spurs Arena this spring at the RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo! Gather your friends and family and head to Kissimmee to rodeo with us! Not convinced to join us for this national championship action? Here are three reasons to give the gift of rodeo this holiday season. Things to do in Kissimmee Stay, play, and smile in Central Florida! While ..read more

Osceola County, Florida – The RAM National Circuit Finals Rodeo (RAM NCFR) returns to Kissimmee on April 9-10, 2021! Tickets for the RAM NCFR can be purchased on www.RNCFR.com beginning Friday, November 20 at 10 am!  Can you feel the anticipation as bareback horses are loaded? Are you ready to hear the growl of two of rodeos finest professional rodeo announcers? How about snapping a picture with Miss Rodeo America and the state queens? The excitement of the RAM NCFR is incomparable – bringing a level of rodeo competition unlike any other, 200+ Circuit champions from across the US, Mexico ..read more