The 2025 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) concluded its tenth go-round on December 13, 2025, at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas. This prestigious event showcased remarkable talent across various rodeo disciplines, with competitors vying for substantial cash prizes and critical points in the world standings.
Highlights of Bareback Riding and Steer Wrestling
In the bareback riding category, Kade Sonnier earned a top score of 90.75 points on Brookman Rodeo’s Lunatic Heaven, securing a prize of $36,668. Close behind, Rocker Steiner scored 90.5 points, earning $28,980. A tie for third place occurred between Cooper Cooke and Wacey Schalla, both scoring 89.75 points and taking home $18,630 each.
The average standings reflected a competitive series, with Sam Petersen leading with a total of 854 points across ten rides, earning $94,036 in the process. Following closely were Jess Pope and Kade Sonnier, with total points of 853.75 and 850.25, respectively.
In steer wrestling, Stetson Jorgensen dominated with a time of 3.4 seconds, winning $36,668. Rowdy Parrott followed with a time of 3.8 seconds for $28,980. The average standings saw Tucker Allen emerge as the leader with a cumulative time of 46.4 seconds across ten steers, earning $94,036.
Exciting Performances in Team Roping and Barrel Racing
Team roping witnessed a thrilling tie for first place between Kaleb Driggers and Junior Nogueira, alongside Andrew Ward and Jake Long, each finishing in 3.9 seconds and securing $32,824 each. The average standings were led by Andrew Ward and Jake Long, who finished with a total time of 44.0 seconds across nine runs, earning $94,036.
In barrel racing, Carlee Otero clocked an impressive 13.28 seconds, winning $36,668. Hot on her heels were Tricia Aldridge and Lisa Lockhart, with times of 13.43 seconds and 13.55 seconds, respectively. The average was led by Julie Plourde, who completed ten barrels in a total of 139.67 seconds, earning $94,036.
Top Performers in Bull Riding and Overall Standings
In the bull riding event, T.J. Gray topped the scoreboard with 88.50 points on Rosser Rodeo’s Mr. Priefert, claiming $40,512. The average standings reflected Gray’s strength, as he amassed 610.50 points over seven bulls, earning another $94,036.
The overall standings have now shaped up with Rocker Steiner leading in bareback riding with total earnings of $507,533. In steer wrestling, Tucker Allen stands at the top with $398,913, while Statler Wright leads in saddle bronc riding with $455,940.
As the 2025 NFR progresses towards its conclusion, excitement continues to build among competitors and fans alike. The final rounds promise to deliver even more electrifying performances as participants strive for prestigious titles and significant cash awards.
