It’s the most wonderful time of the year! What better way to spend your time in December than watching rodeo’s top athletes and animals duel it out across 10 days in Las Vegas? Whether you’re into Pro Fantasy Rodeo, or just love spectating, here’s who’s going to be competing at the 2024 National Finals Rodeo and National Finals Breakaway Roping!

Stay at the Rio Las Vegas

Have you heard? The Rio Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is THE place to stay this year in Las Vegas. In 2023, the Rio began a total transformation of the resort, heralding a new era of glamour and excitement. New management has embarked on a journey to reimagine this iconic resort while preserving its timeless architecture and honoring its storied legacy. Boasting over 1,500 newly renovated 580 square-foot guest rooms, a new 3-acre pool paradise, an energetic 150,000 square-foot casino, and a massive convention and meeting complex, the Rio is truly an icon reborn!

Bareback Riding

1.	Rocker Steiner	$233,318.94	Weatherford, TX
2.	Keenan Hayes	$219,083.09	Hayden, CO
3.	Leighton Berry	$172,955.15	Weatherford, TX
4.	Dean Thompson	$172,196.52	Altamont, UT
5.	R.C. Landingham	$171,419.82	Hat Creek, CA
6.	Jess Pope	$168,154.44	Waverly, KS
7.	Weston Timberman	$154,099.72	Columbus, MT
8.	Cole Franks	$139,556.41	Clarendon, TX
9.	Cooper Cooke	$139,067.13	Victor, ID
10.	Jacob Lees	$138,362.54	Caldwell, ID
11.	Bradlee Miller	$137,365.16	Huntsville, TX
12.	Cole Reiner	$137,128.24	Buffalo, WY
13.	Garrett Shadbolt	$137,095.72	Merriman, NE
14.	Taylor Broussard	$129,498.70	Estherwood, LA
15.	Richmond Champion	$128,964.98	Stevensville, MT

Steer Wrestling

1.	Dalton Massey	$199,262.94	Hermiston, OR
2.	Dakota Eldridge	$169,401.29	Elko, NV
3.	Stetson Jorgensen	$153,752.08	Blackfoot, ID
4.	Will Lummus	$148,837.27	Byhalia, MS
5.	J.D. Struxness	$147,265.81	Milan, MN
6.	Milan, MN	$135,265.90	Baker City, OR
7.	Don Payne	$116,916.29	Stephenville, TX
8.	Cash Robb	$110,556.68	Altamont, UT
9.	Rowdy Parrott	$108,610.92	Mamou, LA
10.	Ty Erickson	$99,656.56	Helena, MT
11.	Justin Shaffer	$96,381.60	Hallsville, TX
12.	Tyler Pearson	$94,574.71	Atoka, OK
13.	Tucker Allen	$93,436.54	Ventura, CA
14.	Tyler Waguespack	$92,655.96	Gonzales, LA
15.	Scott Guenthner	$91,347.95	Consort, AB

Team Roping (Headers)

1.	Dustin Egusquiza	$201,007.70	Marianna, FL
2.	Tyler Wade	$191,737.56	Terrell, TX
3.	Kaleb Driggers	$177,360.55	Hoboken, GA
4.	Coleman Proctor	$155,790.29	Pryor, OK
5.	Clint Summers	$143,145.98	Lake City, FL
6.	Andrew Ward	$136,581.02	Edmond, OK
7.	Jake Smith	$129,366.12	Broken Bow, OK
8.	J.C. Yeahquo	$126,295.58	Mandaree, ND
9.	Brenten Hall	$125,663.15	Jay, OK
10.	Luke Brown	$117,418.34	Rock Hill, SC
11.	Clay Smith	$113,082.90	Broken Bow, OK
12.	Cyle Denison	$108,811.88	Iowa, LA
13.	Erich Rogers	$108,313.26	Round Rock, AZ
14.	Cody Snow	$108,268.78	Los Olivos, CA
15.	Derrick Begay	$105,068.55	Seba Dalkai, AZ

Team Roping (Heelers)

1.	Levi Lord	$201,007.70	Sturgis, SD
2.	Wesley Thorp	$191,737.56	Throckmorton, TX
3.	Junior Nunes Nogueira	$188,486.30	Presidente Prudente, SP
4.	Jake Long	$146,583.75	Coffeyville, KS
5.	Logan Medlin	$142,557.08	Tatum, NM
6.	Douglas Rich	$129,366.12	Herrick, IL
7.	Kaden Profili	$126,836.21	Jacksonville, TX
8.	Kollin VonAhn	$125,382.46	Blanchard, OK
9.	Tanner Braden	$124,958.76	Dewey, OK
10.	Coleby Payne	$122,196.95	Stephenville, TX
11.	Jonathan Torres	$117,704.78	Ocala, FL
12.	Buddy Hawkins	$114,789.14	Stephenville, TX
13.	Travis Graves	$112,042.13	Jay, OK
14.	Hunter Koch	$110,279.79	Vernon, TX
15.	Paul Eaves	$108,912.27	Lonedell, MO

Saddle Bronc Riding

1.	Damian Brennan	$280,035.39	Injune, QL
2.	Ryder Wright	$251,262.33	Beaver, UT
3.	Kade Bruno	$227,122.81	Challis, ID
4.	Wyatt Casper	$219,783.57	Miami, TX
5.	Brody Cress	$213,987.95	Hillsdale, WY
6.	Zeke Thurston	$211,385.40	Big Valley, AB
7.	Lefty Holman	$207,735.32	Visalia, CA
8.	Sage Newman	$187,939.77	Melstone, MT
9.	Statler Wright	$172,823.86	Beaver, UT
10.	Dawson Hay	$147,858.41	Wildwood, AB
11.	Kolby Wanchuk	$139,743.10	Sherwood Park, AB
12.	Brody Wells	$135,802.88	Powell, WY
13.	Zachary Dallas	$129,156.72	Las Cruces, NM
14.	Ben Andersen	$127,284.72	Eckville, AB
15.	Logan Hay	$127,249.51	Wildwood, AB

Tie-Down Roping

1.	Shad Mayfield	$286,346.67	Clovis, NM
2.	Haven Meged	$221,308.91	Miles City, MT
3.	Ty Harris	$219,172.35	San Angelo, TX
4.	Riley Webb	$216,906.92	Denton, TX
5.	Shane Hanchey	$157,844.67	Sulphur, LA
6.	Marty Yates	$155,868.36	Stephenville, TX
7.	John Douch	$155,803.90	Huntsville, TX
8.	Kincade Henry	$140,958.41	Mount Pleasant, TX
9.	Dylan Hancock	$134,896.22	San Angelo, TX
10.	Zack Jongbloed	$134,380.43	Iowa, LA
11.	Tuf Cooper	$127,443.92	Decatur, TX
12.	Hunter Herrin	$123,998.66	Apache, OK
13.	Joel Harris	$116,809.91	San Angelo, TX
14.	Cole Clemons	$103,417.48	Perrin, TX
15.	Quade Hiatt	$101,980.44	Canyon, TX

Barrel Racing

1.	Hailey Kinsel	$204,102.54	Cotulla, TX
2.	Leslie Smalygo	$195,906.99	Skiatook, OK
3.	Ashley Castleberry	$170,234.90	Montgomery, TX
4.	Kassie Mowry	$162,282.84	Dublin, TX
5.	Emily Beisel	$154,004.96	Weatherford, OK
6.	Lisa Lockhart	$140,887.64	Oelrichs, SD
7.	Tiany Schuster	$132,495.16	Krum, TX
8.	LaTricia Duke	$129,148.01	Zephyr, TX
9.	Halyn Lide	$121,965.70	China Spring, TX
10.	Dona Kay Rule	$121,480.98	Minco, OK
11.	Wenda Johnson	$117,969.63	Pawhuska, OK
12.	Andrea Busby	$115,838.17	Millsap, TX
13.	Abby Phillips	$115,510.22	Marshall, TX
14.	Carlee Otero	$112,909.82	Perrin, TX
15.	Shelley Morgan	$111,189.30	Eustace, TX

Bull Riding

1.	T.J. Gray	$244,843.59	Dairy, OR
2.	Hayes Weight	$236,023.24	Goshen, UT
3.	Jace Trosclair	$212,965.17	Chauvin, LA
4.	Josh Frost	$211,063.61	Randlett, UT
5.	Clayton Sellars	$207,366.06	Randlett, UT
6.	Jeter Lawrence	$206,133.71	Council Hill, OK
7.	Wacey Schalla	$194,096.08	Arapaho, OK
8.	Chase Dougherty	$165,013.32	Canby, OR
9.	Trevor Reiste	$160,669.71	Linden, IA
10.	Cooper James	$158,998.24	Erda, UT
11.	Tristen Hutchings	$150,460.32	Monteview, ID
12.	Jordan Spears	$129,996.52	Redding, CA
13.	Trey Kimzey	$128,454.56	Strong City, OK
14.	Tyler Bingham	$125,615.60	Howell, UT
15.	Creek Young	$121,609.34	Rogersville, MO

Breakaway Roping

While Breakaway isn’t at the Thomas and Mack yet, the National Finals Breakaway Roping signifies a huge milestone for women ropers over the last few years. This year’s NFBR will once again take place at the South Point Arena & Equestrian Center Dec. 3-4. The Top 15 WPRA breakaway ropers will compete for prize money of $300,000, an increase of $50,000 from a year ago, during the two-day, 10-round performance.

1.	Shelby Boisjoli-Meged	$146,664.56	Miles City, MT
2.	Josie Conner	$139,098.18	Iowa, LA
3.	Jackie Crawford	$135,498.02	Stephenville, TX
4.	Kelsie Domer	$133,036.93	Dublin, TX
5.	Taylor Munsell	$132,997.53	Alva, OK
6.	Martha Angelone	$131,098.51	Stephenville, TX
7.	Maddy Deerman	$112,897.38	Hope, NM
8.	Danielle Lowman	$97,998.75	Gilbert, AZ
9.	Rickie Fanning	$97,007.54	Spearfish, SD
10.	Macy Young	$89,530.89	Wittmann, AZ
11.	Kendal Pierson	$87,558.56	Wardlow, AB
12.	Hali Williams	$84,790.79	Comanche, TX
13.	TiAda Gray	$82,446.97	Portales, NM
14.	Rylee A George	$81,956.93	Oakdale, CA
15.	Jordan Jo Hollabaugh	$77,756.64	Pueblo, CO

Stetson Country Christmas Watch Party

December 5–14, 2024

The best new Wrangler NFR watch party in Las Vegas!

Hosted by world-famous Matt Merritt, with special celebrity guest hosts nightly prizes, giveaways, fun & entertainment. Seating begins at 5:00 pm nightly at the Rio Masquerade Village on the casino floor.

The Stillery

The party doesn’t end after the last bull bucks! Catch the performances at The Stillery, located on the Rio Masquerade Village on the casino floor. The Stillery is having its very own pop-up bar during the Wrangler NFR, where you can enjoy a signature cocktail. Check out their permanent locations in Nashville, Tennessee; Chandler, Happy Valley, and Goodyear, Arizona; and Westminster, Colorado. There will be a dance floor to dance the night away while listening to authentic music and enjoying a cold one.

Sponsors

Thank you to all of our outstanding sponsors.

Wrangler

The Western Wear icon since 1947, Wrangler is an authentic American brand with a rich legacy rooted in the Western Lifestyle. The brand is the title sponsor of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and supporter of hundreds of western events across North America. From the greatest rodeo cowboys and cowgirls in the world, like Stetson Wright, JB Mauney and Hailey Kinsel, to headlining country music artists, George Strait, Lainey Wilson, and Cody Johnson, Wrangler is the brand of choice for the biggest stars in the West. Long Live Cowboys! Long Live Cowgirls!

Coors Banquet

Coors Banquet has been around for 151 years and they haven’t compromised their craft. You get what you give, and they’ve only given the best that they can brew. Banquet is brewed with 100% Rocky Mountain water, so when you’re enjoying a Banquet, you’re drinking history. Coors Banquet has been an amazing and loyal sponsor of professional rodeo since 1980. Their support runs deep for the inspiration and passion of rodeo cowboys. Coors Banquet has been the official beer of the PRCA since 1987 and is the rodeo sponsor for the Wrangler NFR (National Finals Rodeo). Coors Banquet launched its “Man in the Can” program in 1984. The program recognizes top barrelmen in ProRodeo for the uniqueness, determination, and passion that they display in the rodeo arenas all throughout the United States. Coors Banquet is dedicated to its fans with a grass-roots sponsorship of local rodeos as well as ingenious marketing. Next time you’re thirsty for a cold one, Make It a Banquet.

Visit Cheyenne

Around the world, the very name Cheyenne conjures up images of cowboys, trains, and the great outdoors. Cheyenne has remained true to its roots as a center for hard work, determination, and community spirit. Its rich history is a testament to the resilience and perseverance of the people who have called it home, and it continues to inspire and shape the city today. If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind Western experience, then Cheyenne, Wyoming should be next on your vacation bucket list. Whether you’re interested in history, outdoor adventures, culture, or shopping and dining, you’ll find it all here. So why not add Cheyenne to your travel plans? I guarantee you won’t regret it! Discover all that Cheyenne has to offer at cheyenne.org. The New Old West.