88th Annual Buckeye Helzapoppin' PRCA Rodeo

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The 88th Annual Buckeye Helzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo is set to rock Arizona this weekend starting February 17-19, 2017. This event will feature top PRCA Pro Rodeo cowboys, cowgirls, and fan favorite Rodeo Clown and Barrel Man Mr. “Hollywood” Don Yates and will be held at the South Buckeye Equestrian and Event Center.[/vc_column_text][vc_gmaps link=”#E-8_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”][vc_column_text]Some of the best rodeo athletes make the Buckeye Helzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo a top destination on their rodeo list during the month of February. Why you might ask? Well the weather is beautiful this time of year in the Valley of the Sun. Even if it rains, this show goes on, as the rodeo arena is covered, making it for a special experience.
The first chance to get to watch these rodeo stars will be taking place with a Slack on Friday morning the 19th, at 8am. There will be a $5 admission fee that includes a cowboy breakfast. In addition, the 2nd Annual Art Arnold Invitational Team Roping will be taking place. Gates open at 1:00pm each day and will be available for local ropers from the Buckeye area to participate in the 2017 action.
The top 8 teams from this invitational roping will advance to join as an added attraction in the PRCA performances on Saturday and Sunday.
Gates open on Saturday and Sunday at 11 am. The pre-show begins at 1 pm and the events of Mutton Bustin’, Jr. Steer Riding, Pee Wee Barrel Racing will involve the youth the sport of rodeo. If you want to enter all you need to do is call 623-691-6900.
The PRCA rodeo performances begin at 3 pm. The events include Bareback, Saddle Bronc, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Tie-Down Roping, Ladies Barrel Racing and Bull Riding. Don’t forget, Tough Enough To Wear Pink Day is taking place on Saturday, February 18th!
Ticket prices are Adults – $12; Kids $5 (5 and under Free); Vets & Seniors $8. Come out and Join us to celebrate the 2017 Hellzapoppin’ PRCA Rodeo.
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Aaron Kuhl

Aaron Kuhl is a passionate advocate for the western lifestyle, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Cowboy Lifestyle Network (CLN). Growing up as an Arizona native, with a mother who worked for Wrangler Western for over 30 years, Aaron was immersed in the cowboy culture from a young age. Aaron and his sister Heather grew up watching rodeos, as their grandfather and uncle were PRCA ProRodeo cardholders. This early exposure has given him a profound understanding and appreciation for the western way of life. Aaron went to Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, AZ, then to the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, where he received a Bachelor of Science after creating his own major. This unique course of study wove together Business Marketing, Geography, Sociology, Philosophy, and Religion. After graduating from the University of Arizona, Aaron joined CLN in its nascent stages, contributing to its growth and development over the past decade. As COO, Aaron manages operations, using AI to streamline processes and analyze data, ensuring CLN remains a leading voice. With expertise in business development, he innovates and cultivates client relationships, supporting CLN’s exponential growth. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Aaron values his faith, family, and friends, which are the cornerstones of his life. This personal foundation, combined with his professional expertise, makes him a trusted and authoritative voice in the western lifestyle community. Aaron’s commitment to philanthropy is the bedrock of his personal ethos. He actively supports local Arizona organizations such as the American Heart Association, the Boys & Girls Club, Chandler Compadres, Horses Help, Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, and Darkhorse Benefits and Operation Guardian (among others), reflecting his dedication to giving back and strengthening the community he calls home. Through his work, Aaron aims to preserve and promote the traditions of the west, ensuring that the spirit of the cowboy lives on for future generations.