GUTHRIE, Okla. – The Cinch World Championship Junior Rodeo, presented by Montana Silversmiths, has reached its final day of competition. The top athletes in each discipline have been announced for the Championship Round, set for Saturday, July 26, at the Lazy E Arena, where competitors will battle for a share of the $409,600 payout.
After a week of intense competition, the final round will showcase the best youth rodeo athletes who advanced through open rounds and semi-finals.
View the full roster here.
In Junior Breakaway, Zaylee Charmasson posted the fastest semi-final time with a 2.12 to earn $3,400. Faith Dubois and Kylie Reininger tied for second at 2.25, followed by Emmry Edwards with a 2.32. In the Youth division, Brook Banks led the aggregate on two with a 4.89, while Taylor Rickman topped the semi-finals at 2.35.
In Team Roping, Teyton Barton and Cade Sandstrom clocked a 4.69 in the semi-finals to stay on top, followed by Braylon Tryan and Ketch Kelton at 4.92. In the Youth division, Cooper Brittain and Colby Corkill led with a 5.23, while Bronc Evans and Hagen Wright trailed closely.
Goat Tying saw breakout runs in both divisions. Colee Cox won the Junior semi-finals with a 6.46, edging Sophie Hruby’s 6.65. In the Youth semi-finals, Alaina Dean led with a 7.32, followed by clean runs from Leddy Gaines and Kati Clements.
Barrel Racing remained tight all week. Rinley Rawlins topped the Junior semi-finals with a 16.684, narrowly ahead of Merrick Moyer’s 16.840 and Tatum White’s 16.938. In Youth, Hadlee Landers took the semi-final win with a 16.786. Dusky Lynn Hall and Tailyn Kimble also advanced with times under 17.1 seconds.
In Pole Bending, Gracie Snyder dominated the Junior division, winning every round and clocking a 19.283 in the semis. Lane Thibodeaux remained her closest challenger at 19.723. Merrick Moyer and Worth Evans also advanced. Liza Cooper led the Youth semi-finals with a 20.659, with Haylie Fellers and Shayde Jackson in close pursuit.
In Roughstock events, Kash Loyd led Bareback Riding with an 83.5-point ride in the semis and 159.5 on two to win the aggregate. Carter Shaw led Bull Riding with a 151.0 on two. In Saddle Bronc, Cade Ferguson and Wyatt Lavergne both delivered consistent rides, with Ferguson claiming the aggregate title at 142.5 on two.
In Steer Wrestling, Dally Trussell posted a 3.86 in the second open round and a 4.86 in the semi-finals to sweep both. Drake Armes and Colton Heron also remained in contention.
In Junior Tie-Down, Briar White won the semi-finals with a 7.76, with strong aggregate showings from Cort Boyd and James Mann. In the Youth division, Colton Charleston led the semi-finals with a 9.69.
View the full list of winners here.
Nextgen Rodeo is the exclusive streaming home of the 2025 WCJR, airing live from July 23–26. Qualifying Rounds on July 23–24 are available via paid subscription, while the Semi-Finals and Championship Round are free to stream. Visit NextgenRodeo.com to access the livestream or download the app.
For advancement charts, athlete bios, and additional event details, visit wcjrodeo.com.
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