CPRA judges. The first day is spent in a classroom going
over the rule book and any changes made during the rule
change meeting; reviewing the previous year of rodeos
and any questions or concerns the judges might have.
The second day is spent in the arena going over
everything they are responsible for as judges, before
during and after the rodeo. It’s a very hands on day in
the arena. It is meant to keep everyone on the same
page and to teach those coming on as new judges or
are interested in becoming a judge for the CPRA.
All of the hours spent competing, traveling, judging, etc.,
comes together during the 2018 CPRA Finals. The Finals
will be held at the Norris Penrose Event Center in
Colorado Springs, Colorado, October 5-7. The finals
rodeo showcases the high caliber talent from across
the Rocky Mountain Region, paying out almost 100,000
dollars over the course of three days and nine events:
Bareback, Saddle Bronc, and Bull riding for the rough
stock competitors, Tie-down, Ladies Breakaway Roping,
Open Team Roping, Mixed Team Roping for the timed
event fans along with Steer Wrestling, and Ladies Barrel
Racing. “It’s not uncommon to see contestants from
every scenario at our rodeos, last year we had
multiple NFR qualifiers at our finals, as well as WPRA
world champions, and PRCA Circuit Champs,” says
Branden Edwards, CPRA Vice President.
The CPRA prides itself on a well-balanced competitive
arena that allows professionals, to mentor and bring up
the next generation of competitors. Memberships begin
at 150 dollars for an individual, 225 dollars for a family,
with specialized memberships available for High School,
Contract Labor, and Stock Contractors.
“Our sole purpose is to promote rodeo in an ethical and
professional manner,” emphasizes Don Scanga, “Rodeo
is still someplace where you can take the whole family,
know that the National Anthem will play, and American
Flag will fly. It is truly an American sport.”
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