The 2025 National Finals Rodeo (NFR) concluded its 10th go-round at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas on December 13, 2025, showcasing exhilarating performances across various events. Competitors vied for top positions and substantial prize money, with standout athletes emerging in several categories.
Bareback Riding Highlights
In bareback riding, Kade Sonnier led the pack with an impressive score of 90.75 points on Brookman Rodeo’s Lunatic Heaven, earning him a payout of $36,668. Close behind, Rocker Steiner scored 90.5 points, securing $28,980. Notably, a tie occurred for third place between Cooper Cooke and Wacey Schalla, both finishing with 89.75 points and taking home $18,630 each.
The average standings saw Sam Petersen shine with a total of 854 points across ten head, netting $94,036. He was closely followed by Jess Pope and Kade Sonnier, who also performed admirably throughout the competition.
Steer Wrestling and Team Roping
In steer wrestling, Stetson Jorgensen clinched victory with a swift time of 3.4 seconds, earning $36,668. His performance outpaced Rowdy Parrott, who finished in 3.8 seconds for a prize of $28,980. The average standings in this category favored Tucker Allen, who completed ten head in 46.4 seconds for a total of $94,036.
The team roping event saw a tie for first place between the pairs of Kaleb Driggers/Junior Nogueira and Andrew Ward/Jake Long, each finishing in 3.9 seconds and walking away with $32,824.
Saddle Bronc Riding and Bull Riding Action
The saddle bronc riding event was highlighted by a tie at the top, with Ryder Wright and Stetson Dell Wright each scoring 89.75 points on their respective horses, claiming $32,824 each. In the bull riding category, T.J. Gray excelled with a score of 88.50 points on Rosser Rodeo’s Mr. Priefert, earning him $40,512 for his efforts.
Average rankings in both events showcased Statler Wright leading the saddle bronc standings with 864.25 points across ten head, while T.J. Gray topped the bull riding average with 610.50 points on seven head.
Barrel Racing and Tie-Down Roping
In barrel racing, Carlee Otero took first place with a time of 13.28 seconds, earning $36,668. Close competitors included Tricia Aldridge and Lisa Lockhart, who recorded times of 13.43 seconds and 13.55 seconds, respectively.
For tie-down roping, Ty Harris captured the top spot with a time of 6.8 seconds, securing $36,668. Riley Mason Webb also achieved notable success, finishing with an average time of 82.3 seconds on ten head.
The world standings reflect the competitive nature of this year’s rodeo, with athletes accumulating substantial earnings. Rocker Steiner leads the bareback riding standings with a total of $507,533, while Tucker Allen tops the steer wrestling rankings with $398,913.
The 2025 NFR continues to captivate rodeo fans and competitors alike, showcasing the dedication and skill of its participants. As the finals approach their conclusion, anticipation builds for the crowning of champions across all categories.
