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Wrangler National Finals Rodeo at Thomas and Mack - December 2 to 11, 2010

I attended the 52nd Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, held December 2 to 11, 2010 at the Thomas and Mack in Las Vegas.

 

The Wrangler National Finals Rodeo is the championship event for the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association’s rodeo year.

 

The 2010 Wrangler NFR Saddle Bronc Riders were 15-Bradley Harter, 22-Wade Sundell, 24-Cody Wright, 28-Taos Muncy, 50-Heith DeMoss, 53-Jesse Kruse, 54-Cort Scheer, 59-Shaun Stroh, 65-Rod Hay (withdrew due to injuries) replaced by 120-Jesse Wright, 68-Jeff Willert, 81-JJ Elshere, 100-Cody DeMoss, 103-Scott Miller, 107-Dustin Flundra, 111-Sam Speadborough.

 

Saddle Bronc Riding is a roughstock event where the contestant's score is equally dependent upon his performance and the horse's performance. The cowboy will attempt to ride his horse for eight seconds by hanging on to a thick rein attached to his horse's halter and by staying securely seated in his saddle

 

The cowboy must ‘mark his horse out,’ or have both his spurs touching the horse’s shoulders until the horse’s feet touch the ground after horse’s first move out of the chute. Failure to do this will result in a disqualification. If the cowboy touches the horse or himself, with his free hand he is disqualified.

 

The cowboy is judged on how he synchronized his moves are with the movement of the horse, and how much his toes stay turned out during the ride as he spurs. The cowboy strives for a fluid ride and a ride that is smooth and rhythmic. The horse is scored on how well he bucks.

 

Saddle bronc riding is an event that requires style, grace, and impeccable timing. Saddle bronc riding began on ranches of the Old West, when cowboys had the job of training horses for riding and working cattle.

 

I would like to the Thomas and Mack, the PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association), the Cowboys and Cowgirls, the stock contractors, and the fans for their support of rodeo.

 

Come join me for ten days of rides, the wrecks, and the unforgettable moments of the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Let’s Ride!!

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Taken on December 5, 2010