The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colo., is the largest and oldest rodeo-sanctioning body in the world. The recognized leader in professional rodeo, the PRCA is committed to maintaining the highest standards in the industry in every area, from improving working conditions for contestants and monitoring livestock welfare to boosting entertainment value and promoting sponsors. The PRCA also proudly supports youth rodeo with educational camps and financial assistance to young standouts preparing to enter the professional ranks, as well as supporting allied organizations such as Tough Enough to Wear Pink, Miss Rodeo America, the American Quarter Horse Association and the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. Annually, the PRCA sanctions about 600 of the most elite multiple-event rodeos on the continent, in 37 states and three Canadian provinces – the cream of the crop among thousands of rodeo-related events that take place each year in North America. As a membership-driven organization, the PRCA works to ensure that every event it sanctions is managed with fairness and competence and that the livestock used is healthy and cared for to the highest standards.
External link for Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association
101 Pro Rodeo Dr.
Colorado Springs, CO 80919, US
734 Stadium Dr, Arlington, TX 76011
Arlington, Texas 76011, US
This will be good for our committees and fans. Looking forward to the continued evolution of media rights in rodeo.
PRORODEO is excited to announce that through the purchase of The Cowboy Channel, our media rights have been acquired by Teton Ridge. This has been a long year of conversations and growth with our stakeholders and we are very excited about the future of rodeo. https://lnkd.in/gVsZZTE8
PRORODEO is excited to announce that through the purchase of The Cowboy Channel, our media rights have been acquired by Teton Ridge. This has been a long year of conversations and growth with our stakeholders and we are very excited about the future of rodeo. https://lnkd.in/gVsZZTE8
Welcome Anna Mills, PRORODEO's new Social Media Manager ! Anna Mills, originally from a small town in Eastern Washington, attended Eastern Washington University where she received her BA in Communications and Public Relations before obtaining her MA in Sports Administration from Gonzaga University. Anna's first job was in College Sports Administration in New Mexico, but eventually she returned to Washington State. Anna started working in the fitness and health industry for a time, before joining Kroenke Sports Entertainment (KSE) in February of 2022, as the social media coordinator for Altitude TV. After two and a half years in this position, Anna worked her way up to Social Media Manager and eventually Digital Content Manager for Altitude TV. During her time with KSE, she witnessed the 2022 Stanley Cup Championship run by the Colorado Avalanche and the 2023 NBA Championship run by the Denver Nuggets, which she states is a "highlight of my career." She is also an adjunct professor for Metropolitan State University Sports Administration Bachelors' program teaching Tech & Social Media.
PRORODEO welcomes Ed McCaffrey as the keynote speaker at the 2024 PRCA National Convention Dec. 4 in Las Vegas. McCaffrey is a three-time Super Bowl champion, former head coach at University of Northern Colorado, and father of four stand-out athletes, including NFL All-Pro Christian McCaffrey. Tickets are available at prcaconvention.com.
The 66th annual Wrangler National Finals Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge kicks off its 10-night run at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on Thursday, December 5. The competition will come to an exciting conclusion Saturday, December 14 when World Champions will be crowned. The media room at the Thomas & Mack is a space dedicated to journalists and photojournalists who are on assignment reporting on the day-to-day competition at the NFR. Deadline for media credential applications is OCTOBER 30th. Journalists : https://lnkd.in/gZhKgR5H Photographers: https://lnkd.in/gcQtfsHP
PRORODEO Headquarters staff participated in a cornhole tournament today! Two representatives from each department competed while everyone else grabbed some ice cream and cheered on their coworkers. Congratulations to Mario and Jeff, who represented the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and took home the "2024 Boss of the Toss" trophy. As the 2024 season is coming to a close and the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge is on the horizon, it was great to step away from our desks for some friendly competition!
We are pleased to announce that Kevin Kersey has joined the Communications & Marketing Team as the Manager of Business Development & TV Programming. Kevin, a native of St. Cloud, Florida, comes to us from Rural Media Group, where he most recently held the position of Director of Strategic Planning for RFD-TV, The Cowboy Channel, The Cowgirl Channel, and Rural Radio SXM147. Kevin brings over 15 years of work experience in media and education, bringing diverse perspectives and experiences to the team as a former real estate broker, a public relations and organizational communication specialist, and a volunteer for various nonprofit organizations. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education and Communication from the University of Florida and a Master of Science in Curriculum and Instruction from Grand Canyon University. Kevin is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Educational Leadership at Florida Southern College. He enjoys camping, traveling, and spending time with his family in his leisure time. Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Kevin!
We are so excited to represent PRORODEO at Girls in the Game tomorrow! There will be representation from PRORODEO Headquarters, CINCH, and the National Western Stock Show and Rodeo to discuss opportunities in sponsorship, marketing, operations, and more. If you are in the Denver area and are interested in learning about jobs in the rodeo world, register at https://lnkd.in/gyh8nBF8. We hope to see you there!