United Professional Rodeo Association

We continue to monitor the COVID 19 crisis, the rodeo schedule is updated daily, sometimes hourly as information comes into the UPRA Office, some events that have been or will be affected are looking for future dates, we will update those as they come in.

The UPRA Board Meeting for April 14 has been canceled, our goal is to meet at the next regular scheduled meeting on May 12, 2020

The 2019 rodeo season has come to a close with the 63^rd Annual CINCH United Finals Rodeo. While it has been a tough year for entries, the UPRA had a great year. There were some big long standing records broken. What a way to celebrate 40 years at the Civic Center Arena, congratulations to the Champions, what an outstanding year.

New Record - $5,128,776.63 Season Payout

New Record - $260,004.00 Finals Payout

New Record - $200,004.00 Added Money

New Record - $34,893.25 Season Earnings - Hunter Ramsey-Bareback

New Record - $23,306.13 Season Earnings - Kyle McDaniel - Bull Riding

New Record - $21,120.26 Season Earnings - Kater Kennedy - Ranch Bronc

If you were in attendance at the finals, you already know the CUFR was the best and most competitive rodeos ever at the civic center. It’s so much fun to be part of and watch these talented contestants battled for championships, championships that will lead to world titles. We are so excited for our members that move on to even bigger stages across the country, be assured, they are ready.

Congratulations and thank you to our stock contractors, they brought some of the best horses and bulls available, your continued hard work and professionalism makes it easy to have a great finals.

Safe travels to all that are headed west for the NFR and other events, may everyone have a great holiday season. We hope to see everyone at “Christmas Time” December 27, 28 for the very first “KICK OFF SERIES” Membership Rodeo of 2020 at Mesquite Arena, Mesquite, Texas with $9,000.00 Added Money.

Happy Holidays

Jerry Hill

President

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“The UPRA currently provides a place for rising stars as well as those with professional skill levels who may choose a limited travel schedule,” said WCRA President, Bobby Mote. “This alliance means that UPRA members can maximize their efforts and possibly compete in four Semifinals and four majors each year in addition to the UPRA finals”. More on the WCRA Alliance

Ω Texas Senate Bill 2505 requires a minor (Under the age of 18) to wear a bull riding helmet and a protective vest while participating in bull riding. Contestant assumes all responsibility to comply with state law.

Ω The UPRA sanction events are: BareBack Riding, Tie Down Roping, Ladies Breakaway Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding, Team Roping, Steer Wrestling, Ladies Barrel Racing, Ranch Bronc Riding and Bull Riding.