Every March, the team roping world circles one date on the calendar: the Wrangler BFI presented by YETI. The premier team roping event is back for its 49th year, March 26th – April 1st. Held at the iconic Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma, it’s a true team roping legacy and showcases some of the best ropers in the world. If you appreciate precision, horsepower, and world-class talent, this is the event for you. The countdown is on, and I’m ready!
Wrangler BFI presented by YETI
March 26th – April 1st, 2025
Lazy E Arena
9601 Lazy E Dr.
Guthrie, OK 73044
A Prestigious Event
While “The Feist” is the main event, BFI Week has a packed lineup of ropings. It’s been great to see added opportunities for women and youth ropers – with women competing in the Charlie 1 Horse All-Girl Team Roping Open and All-Girl Breakaway, and youth competing in Hooey Junior Championship ropings. The Feist is the most recognized and prestigious event in the sport of team roping and features the finest roping and equine athletes the sport has to offer.
This is going to be another year for the record books, with a purse of over $650,000 with 125 of the best teams! Last year, Kaleb Driggers and Junior Nogueira claimed their second straight BFI title with a time of 41.48 seconds on six steers. Will lightning strike a third time this year? We’ll know soon!
Schedule
Thursday, March 26
- Charlie 1 Horse All-Girl Team Roping Open with 9.5 Incentive
- Rope at 9:00 am CST
- Charlie 1 Horse All-Girl Breakaway with 18 & Under Incentive
- Rope at 2:00 p.m. CST
Friday, March 27
- Hooey Junior Championship 10.5
- Rope at 9:00 a.m. CST
- Hooey Junior Party
- 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. CST
Saturday, March 28
- Hooey Junior Championship Open
- Rope at 9:00 a.m. CST
- 15.5
- Rope at 2:00 p.m. CST
- The Feist Cowboy Auction & Banquet
- Held at the new Equinety Center at the Lazy E Arena
- Drinks, social hour, musical entertainment, and dinner at 5:00 p.m. Cowboy Auction starts at 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, March 29
- Cowboy Church Service
- Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Church with Trey Johnson 8:00 a.m.
- The Feist
- Rope at 9:00 am CST
- Little Legends Dummy Roping
- Enter at 10:00 a.m. Rope at 10:30 a.m.
- Dummy roping brought to you by Smarty Rodeo and will be held in the Fan Zone.
- Cornhole Tournament
- Enter at 12:30 p.m. Start at 1:00 p.m.
- Sponsored by Tito’s Vodka and will be held in the Fan Zone. Cash payout and prizes!
Monday, March 30
- 12.5
- Rope at 9:00 am CST
Tuesday, March 31
- 11.5 Businessman’s with 10.5 Incentive
- Rope at 9:00 a.m. CST
- 10.5 Over 40
- Rope at 2:00 p.m. CST
Wednesday, April 1
- 9.5 Over 40
- Rope at 9:00 am CST
- 8.5 with 7.5 Incentive
- Rope at 2:00 pm CST
Visiting Edmond
If you don’t want to sit at the Lazy E all week, I recommend exploring Edmond! Nestled along Route 66, discover lively festivals, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community that make it an irresistible destination for your BFI Week trip.
Take a stroll through historic downtown, grab a bite at one of the locally owned restaurants, or unwind at a neighborhood coffee shop between performances. If you’re looking to get outside, there are a variety of options for hiking, fishing, or simply enjoying the water. You can also explore the numerous trails and greenery at one of their many parks, perfect for stretching your legs after a long day at the arena.
Sponsors
Thank you to all of the 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, Aaron Watson, Lainey Wilson, and Cody Johnson, Wrangler is the brand of choice for the biggest stars in the West. Long Live Cowboys! Long Live Cowgirls!
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