Fort Worth, Texas – We’re about a month away from the 36th annual Cinch National Finals of Team Roping – one of the most prestigious events in the world of team roping. With last year paying out nearly $3.3 million in cash plus an additional quarter million in prizes to nearly 5500 teams from all over the United States, Canada, Mexico, and South America, it’s a must-attend for competitors and spectators alike! Taking place April 20-27, 2025, at Will Rogers Memorial Center in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas, this year’s event promises no shortage of action and excitement.
USTRC Cinch National Finals
April 20-27, 2025
Will Rogers Memorial Center
3401 W Lancaster Ave. Fort Worth, TX, 76107
“We are so fortunate to have so many talented people who contribute to the success of this event. Yes, this finals was an awesome experience, from the production to the great trade show. But we wouldn’t be here without all of the USTRC producers who put on the qualifying ropings all over the country. Those producers and their local team ropers are the backbone of this association, and we couldn’t do it without them.”
-Johnny Johnson, President of the USTRC, said of last year’s success.
To Compete
In order to compete, you must have an active USTRC or WSTR membership, and you must have attended at least one USTRC event or WSTR qualifier within the last year. NRS will also be hosting last-minute qualifiers April 18-20 if you still need to secure your spot, or are simply just wanting some good warm-up runs before the finals.
Efficiency
Each year, the production team has gotten more and more efficient, something that Event Manager Jett Sharp is incredibly proud of.
“We’ve clocked it. If you catch your first one in the John Justin, coil up and ride into the outside Pavilion, catch that one, then rope your third one in the Will Rogers Coliseum, it takes a tick over twelve minutes. It’s fast, fun, and as a roper, you get to ride your adrenaline rush all the way through and not sit and wait for hours to run the next steer.”
-Sharp
Schedule
Entries Close at 8 am // Rope at 8:30 am Daily
Sunday, April 20
16.5 Succeed Shootout
15.5 Lawley’s Shootout
Open YETI Shootout $10,000 Added!
Monday, April 21
14.5 Cowboy Tack Shootout
13.5 Succeed Shootout
Tuesday, April 22
12.5 Resistol Shootout
12.5 Horse Power Boots Legends Over 40
11.5 Key Card Advantage WSTR Qualifier
Approx 2pm Start Time | Watt Arena
Total Feeds 19 & Under Breakaway
Total Feeds 15 & Under Breakaway
Total Feeds Open Breakaway
Wednesday April 23
11.5 Bloomer Shootout
11.5 Horse Power Boots Legends Over 40
10.5 Key Card Advantage WSTR Qualifier
Cinch Ladies Open with 9.5 Incentive
Thursday April 24
10.5 Covered By Cori Shootout (6.5 Heeler Cap)
10.5 Priefert Legends Over 40 (6.5 Heeler Cap)
Friday April 25
9.5 Hot Heels Shootout (5.5 Heeler Cap)
9.5 Lawley’s Legends Over 50 (5.5 Heeler Cap)
8.5 Stretch Shootout (4.5 Cap Both Ends)
Saturday April 26
8.5 Total Feeds Legends Over 50 (4.5 Cap Both Ends)
9.5 NRS Truck Roping (5.5 Heeler Cap)
Sunday April 27
7.5 Classic Equine USTRC Championships (4 Cap Both Ends)
Learn more about the week-long event by visiting USTRC.com.
Total Feeds National Breakaway Championships
In conjunction with the Cinch NFTR is the Total Feeds National Breakaway Championships on April 22-23 at the Will Rogers Memorial Center Watt Arena. As a breakaway roper myself, I feel so fortunate to get to witness the rapid expansion of this sport – it really has been a long time coming! We thank each and every producer for the opportunities we’re being given across the country.
April 22-23
Will Rogers Memorial Center | Watt Arena
Entries Close At 9am | Rope At 10am Daily
All Ropings Are 2 Full Rounds And A Short Round
Taking 20 Back To The Short Round
Schedule
Tuesday, April 22
19 & Under Ladies Only
$500/Roper if entered or postmarked by April 1, $600 if entered onsite
Enter 2X | age as of day of event
15 & Under Ladies Only
$500/Roper if entered or postmarked by April 1, $600 if entered onsite
Enter 2X | age as of day of event
Wednesday, April 23
Open Ladies
$750/Roper if entered or postmarked by April 1, $850 if entered onsite
Enter 2X | open to all ladies
Discounted entries must be postmarked by April 1st, online by April 8th
Make checks payable to: USTRC, 7500 Alamo Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120
Credit Card entries are accepted online at GlobalHandicaps.com.
Visiting Fort Worth
Fort Worth is welcoming all ropers by giving out discounted rates at a number of hotels located just minutes from the arena! Between competitors and fans planning their trips, hotels will be filling up fast so better to book a room as soon as possible! After a long day of roping or spectating, unwind at the iconic Fort Worth Stockyards. Between delicious Texas fare and western shops and museums, there’s something for everyone in Cowtown!
It’s an exciting time to be competing in America’s Cowboy Sport! Visit USTRC.com to book your trip and get entered up. See you in Fort Worth!
Last Updated on 03/21/2025 by Carly Billington
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