The Guymon Pioneer Days begins Friday and runs through May 7th. It will feature some of the best rodeo athletes in the world as they compete for their share of nearly $100,000.
Here is a breakdown of what you can expect from Oklahoma over the weekend.
Format
The rodeo is a simple one to follow. In roughstock events, it is a one header with the highest score taking home the title. In 2022 there were two 90-point rides. One from eventual World Champion, Jess Pope, who went 92 points on Gun Fire to win the rodeo, and one by Bull Rider Garrett Smith who was 91 points on Gladiator’s Hammer.
In Timed Events, there are three rounds in Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, and Tie-Down Roping, in Barrel Racing there are two rounds. Round winners will earn a check and the champion will be the fastest on average.
What to Watch For
Performance 1 (May 5)
Jess Pope looks to defend his title in Guymon and will be matched up against Center Line. Pope will be competing against Rookie leader Keenan Hayes, Will Lowe, and brother Ty Pope.
Performance 2 (May 6 Afternoon)
The Saddle Bronc Riding field is highlighted by No. 11 Jacobs Crawley who will be competing against the likes of No. 22 Logan Cook, No. 23 Damian Brennan, and younger brother Sterling Crawley.
Performance 3 (May 6 Night)
Bareback Riding is sure to be an exciting one with the lightning rod and No. 4 in the PRCA World Standings Rocker Steiner competing. He will be going up against Mason Clements, Orin Larsen, Donny Proffit, Dean Thompson, and Chad Rutherford among others.
In Saddle Bronc Riding there is plenty of star power as well with Lefty Holman, Jesse Wright, Spencer Wright, Stu Wright, Kash Deal, Brody Cress, and Cort Scheer all competing.
Performance 4 (May 7)
The Wright family is back at it on Sunday with Stetson, Ryder, Rusty, and Statler, all competing. Stetson is also competing in Bull Riding alongside Sage Kimzey, World No. 1 Ky Hamilton, Tristen Hutchings, and rookie Jestyn Woodward.
How to Watch & Broadcast Schedule
You can watch every performance LIVE on The Cowboy Channel and The Cowboy Channel+ App. For a full broadcast schedule click HERE.
| Performance 1 | May 5 | 8:30 PM |
| Performance 2 | May 6 | 3:00 PM |
| Performance 3 | May 6 | 8:30 PM |
| Performance 4 | May 7 | 3:00 PM |
*All Times Eastern