About the 101 Wild West Rodeo
Dates for the 101 Wild West Rodeo this year will be June 10th thru June 12th, with performances at 8 p.m. nightly.
The 101 Wild West Rodeo will be held at the 101 Ranch Rodeo Arena, located on West Prospect avenue at North Ash Street.
The 2021 Rodeo will mark the 62nd running of the rodeo honoring what historians have described as the birthplace of rodeo - the once mighty 101 Ranch. The fabulous 101 Ranch, with a 50-year history both rich and tragic, influenced Oklahoma and agriculture like no other ranching operation in the world. The 101 Ranch, established by Col. George W. Miller in 1879 on the banks of the Salt Fork River southwest of what is now Ponca City, began with thousands of acres of land which Miller both leased and purchased from his friends - the Ponca, Tonkawa and Osage tribes.
The Colonel, who died in 1903 at the age of 61, and the ranch, which was already successful came into the capable hands of his sons, George, Joe and Zack. It was 1905 when the Millers offered to perform what they called a "round-up" or "buffalo chase" as an entertainment for a National Editorial Association convention. Visitors were said to come to the ranch in 30 regular and special trains, and the crowd estimated at nearly 60,000 was thrilled to the exhibition of cowboys recreating real life ranch work from bronc riding and roping to Tom Mix's debut as a roper and rider.
After years of success as the "101 Ranch Real Wild West and Great Far East Show" things at the ranch began to crumble in the late 1920s, due to the deaths of Joe in 1927 and George in 1929.
But the rodeo returned to the Ponca City scene, when the Ponca City Cherokee Strip Rodeo Committee came up with the idea of having a rodeo during the Cherokee Strip Celebration in September 1960. By 1962 the financial success of the Cherokee Strip Rodeo proved that people wanted the return of a show similar to the 101 Ranch Wild West Show. The present bleachers were constructed in 1962; however additional improvement in chute heaven, the press box, and the new left & right release chutes have made the rodeo arena a top notch attraction.
The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation headed by Cory Goodno, in his 2nd year as president, contracts with a number of interesting one act exhibitions for the three-night stand. Other foundation officers include Tyler Mayse as vice president; Kacey Goodno as secretary and Shawndra Sheik as treasurer.
Are you tough enough to wear pink? The 101 Wild West Rodeo will continue the tradition with the implementation of a Tough Enough To Wear Pink? Night. Thursday evening's performance will be designated as "Pink Night".
The color pink is not something you would usually associate with the tough sport of rodeo; however, breast cancer has touched the lives of many rodeo and western lifestyle families. Rodeo committees, western event producers and western manufacturers have joined together to raise awareness and funds for the fight against breast cancer.
The TETWP campaign puts this important health issue top-of-mind at rodeos and western events across America and Canada. The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation which organizes and puts on the 101 Wild West Rodeo is pleased to join those who have already gotten behind this campaign and the momentum continues to build. At Thursday's performance, the foundation will give $1 for each person in the audience who is wearing pink and $50 for each event winner who is wearing pink.
Thursday will also be Community Appreciation night come out early and enjoy a free barbeque dinner with ticket purchase from 6:30pm to 7:30pm on the east-side of the rodeo grounds.
There will be a live concert and dance immediately following each night's Rodeo Performance on the east-side of the arena. Meet the cowboys & contract personnel, visit with some old friends or maybe make some new ones.
Back again to the rodeo this year and sure to be a crowd pleaser is the 101 Women's Drill and Grand Entry Team. This array of talented and spirited women is kicking off the grand entry each night. They will be displaying talented horsemanship in flag bearing and synchronized routines.
Garrett Yerigan will be making his fourth appearance to the Ponca City rodeo scene as announcer, At 26 years young, Garrett has been around rodeo all his life as his dad, Dale, is a former rodeo competitor and mom, Kathy, still competes in Barrel Racing. Kathy is a former International Finals Rodeo qualifier in the Barrel Racing and Dale is an 11-time World Champion in the Steer Wrestling and is currently the General Manager of the International Professional Rodeo Association. Garrett is a 2013 graduate of Pryor High School in Pryor, Oklahoma. Garrett has been a very active member in the FFA serving as the Chapter Sentinel and later Vice-President. He was blessed enough to be the 2012 Oklahoma FFA Proficiency Winner in Agricultural Communications and went on to be the National Winner that same year. In 2013, he finished in the Top 3 for Northeast District Star in Agribusiness, received his State FFA Degree, and was the State and National Outdoor Recreation Proficiency Winner. In 2016 Garrett finishes his FFA career by being a National Finalist for National Star in Agribusiness and receiving his American FFA Degree. Garrett is currently a member of the International Pro Rodeo Assoc. (IPRA) and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Assoc. (PRCA) and works approximately 40 professional events per year. In 2014, Garrett set a record as the youngest announcer in the International Finals Rodeo's (IFR) 50-year history! Garrett is now a 7-time IFR Announcer. He also has been selected to work events such as RFD-TV's The American, Cheyenne Frontier Days, PRCA Xtreme Broncs Tour Finale, Colorado State Fair, 101 Wild West Pro Rodeo, PPCLA Mineral Wells Rodeo, and the National High School & Junior High Finals Rodeos. Garrett can be heard in states such as Oklahoma, Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming, and Ontario. In 2015, Garrett joined the team of only 5 PBR in-house announcers and could be heard at some of the Velocity Tour events and at select PBR Australia Cup Series events. In 2015 and 2016 he was selected to work the ABBI World Finals held in conjunction with the PBR World Finals in Las Vegas. In 2016, Garrett voiced the inaugural run of the PBR Monster Energy Tour in Canada.
Benje Bendele, sound man, is the preeminent sound and effects producer in Pro Rodeo, and there is a good reason why. Benje has made this his life. If it happens in the arena, the speakers will rumble with a complementary sound. Whether it's the perfect musical transition or just the right sound effect, Benje has a way of making the ordinary extraordinary. Really, it's just a testament to his passion and understanding of rodeo. Benje has been around the sport most of his life. A young cowboy, he was part of the rodeo team in college and got his start in the production side of the sport when, in 1988, he filled in for an absent announcer. While he worked as an announcer for several years, he has focused his attention on the wonderful world of sound. Now he is the most sought-after sound man in rodeo and works all the major events - the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas; the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, Alberta; the Calgary (Alberta) Stampede; and Rodeo Houston. Crazy Heart Sound & Lighting also handles the production and lighting at numerous top events, including the Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo. The effects and music can't be choregraphed, because other action doesn't allow it. But with split-second timing, Benje finds the right music or effect to bring together that excellent ride, fast time or explosive dismount. It's what makes him the very best.
This year's rodeo is again being produced by Andrew's Rodeo Company of Addielou, Texas, promises to be greater than ever with an excellent lineup of contestants, specialty acts, bull fighters, and stock. Andrew's Rodeo Company has become quite popular with the rodeo associations and cowboys, providing stock for a three-night plus slack rodeo. Andrew’s ability to produce quality stock is well noted with 1999 Hall of Fame Bucking Bull, BODACIOUS, with 135 outs and only 8 qualified rides. Bodacious won Bucking Bull of the Year 1994, 1995, and Bucking Bull of the NFR 1992, 1994, and 1995. Son of Bodacious, Bo Dipping, began taking the spotlight in the Rodeo Circuit. He was awarded Rankest Bull Summer Finals in Dallas 2001 and 2002. Sports Illustrated followed his career with an article in June 2003. Ft. Worth Star Telegram and Dallas Morning News visited the Andrews Ranch summer 2003 publishing a full-page article on Sammy and BoDipping. In 2004, Outdoor Life visited the Andrews Ranch and aired a documentary called FEARLESS BODACIOUS. Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show honored Sammy during the year 2004 awarding him with a bucking chute to use as a memorial for Bo’s grave. ESPN has recently visited the Andrews Ranch and aired an insert of Sammy and Bodacious throughout the telecast of the 2005 NFR displaying the much-appreciated bucking chute.
The bull riders won’t be the only brave souls in the arena at the 101 Wild West Rodeo this year, serving as Barrelman this year will be Matt Tarr. Growing up around rodeo and livestock all his life, rodeo has always been a natural fit. At the very young age of 3, Matt started roping and always knew his life would be rodeo. Fighting Bulls walked him into what God's true calling for him would be...being a rodeo clown.With his quick wit and passion for making people smile and laugh, he has become someone to watch both in and out of the arena. As a clown and barrelman, he is a great man with a great attitude and high standards for himself and his family. Matt strives to be a great role model for any age. Matt, his wife Stacie and their son Bransen have made their mark as a young family with a long future ahead of them in Pro rodeo and are a great asset to the rodeo industry.
Returning this year as Bullfighter is Nathan Harp. Nathan says the best part about bull fighting is the adrenaline rush and helping guys out. "The bull riders are always walking up to me and saying, 'you're crazy.'" Nathan disagrees with them. "No, they're the crazy ones. They're tied to the bulls. I'm just out there having fun." Joining Harp again this year will be Bullfighter Cody Emerson. Many may think that being a bull fighter is just pure crazy but Emerson says that there is no better feeling. “Yes, it is an adrenaline rush, but there’s so much more to it. Stepping in to save one of your buddies or getting around a bull and keeping everyone from getting in a jam is the best feeling,” he says.
If you have been tuning into TBS’s “Go-Big Show”, you might see a familiar face at the 101 Wild West Rodeo in June!
The 101 Wild West Rodeo is proud to have Tomas Garcilazo and Family as our specialty act this year! Tomas, a third generation charro, carries on the traditional charro skills and continues to amaze the crowd with his rope artistry and horsemanship.
Tomas has been awarded the PRCA Specialty Act Award in 2007, 2013, 2018 and 2019 and is also a mainstay at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
"Rodeo Week" in Ponca City is celebrated with several exciting activities in the Ponca City areas including a parade downtown along Grand Avenue on Saturday morning. The parade which starts at 10 a.m.
PRCA Steer Roping at the Rodeo Ground Saturday Morning @10 a.m.
The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation, and numerous supporters, invites everyone to attend this year's rodeo. "Family Night" is Thursday with adults just $15 in advance, $18 at the gate, & kids ages 12 & under FREE. Friday and Saturday performances are adults just $15 in advance, $18 at the gate, kids ages 7-12 $5 in advance, $8 at the gate, & kids ages 6 & under FREE, or buy a weekend pass and enjoy all 3 nights for $25 in advance, $30 at the gate. Advanced tickets can be found at select local businesses:
Tractor Supply
Community National: Prospect & 5th
Equity Banks: 5th & Prospect || The Plaza
RCB: 14th & Prospect || 14th & Highland
Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce
The 101 Wild West Rodeo will be held at the 101 Ranch Rodeo Arena, located on West Prospect avenue at North Ash Street.
The 2021 Rodeo will mark the 62nd running of the rodeo honoring what historians have described as the birthplace of rodeo - the once mighty 101 Ranch. The fabulous 101 Ranch, with a 50-year history both rich and tragic, influenced Oklahoma and agriculture like no other ranching operation in the world. The 101 Ranch, established by Col. George W. Miller in 1879 on the banks of the Salt Fork River southwest of what is now Ponca City, began with thousands of acres of land which Miller both leased and purchased from his friends - the Ponca, Tonkawa and Osage tribes.
The Colonel, who died in 1903 at the age of 61, and the ranch, which was already successful came into the capable hands of his sons, George, Joe and Zack. It was 1905 when the Millers offered to perform what they called a "round-up" or "buffalo chase" as an entertainment for a National Editorial Association convention. Visitors were said to come to the ranch in 30 regular and special trains, and the crowd estimated at nearly 60,000 was thrilled to the exhibition of cowboys recreating real life ranch work from bronc riding and roping to Tom Mix's debut as a roper and rider.
After years of success as the "101 Ranch Real Wild West and Great Far East Show" things at the ranch began to crumble in the late 1920s, due to the deaths of Joe in 1927 and George in 1929.
But the rodeo returned to the Ponca City scene, when the Ponca City Cherokee Strip Rodeo Committee came up with the idea of having a rodeo during the Cherokee Strip Celebration in September 1960. By 1962 the financial success of the Cherokee Strip Rodeo proved that people wanted the return of a show similar to the 101 Ranch Wild West Show. The present bleachers were constructed in 1962; however additional improvement in chute heaven, the press box, and the new left & right release chutes have made the rodeo arena a top notch attraction.
The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation headed by Cory Goodno, in his 2nd year as president, contracts with a number of interesting one act exhibitions for the three-night stand. Other foundation officers include Tyler Mayse as vice president; Kacey Goodno as secretary and Shawndra Sheik as treasurer.
Are you tough enough to wear pink? The 101 Wild West Rodeo will continue the tradition with the implementation of a Tough Enough To Wear Pink? Night. Thursday evening's performance will be designated as "Pink Night".
The color pink is not something you would usually associate with the tough sport of rodeo; however, breast cancer has touched the lives of many rodeo and western lifestyle families. Rodeo committees, western event producers and western manufacturers have joined together to raise awareness and funds for the fight against breast cancer.
The TETWP campaign puts this important health issue top-of-mind at rodeos and western events across America and Canada. The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation which organizes and puts on the 101 Wild West Rodeo is pleased to join those who have already gotten behind this campaign and the momentum continues to build. At Thursday's performance, the foundation will give $1 for each person in the audience who is wearing pink and $50 for each event winner who is wearing pink.
Thursday will also be Community Appreciation night come out early and enjoy a free barbeque dinner with ticket purchase from 6:30pm to 7:30pm on the east-side of the rodeo grounds.
There will be a live concert and dance immediately following each night's Rodeo Performance on the east-side of the arena. Meet the cowboys & contract personnel, visit with some old friends or maybe make some new ones.
Back again to the rodeo this year and sure to be a crowd pleaser is the 101 Women's Drill and Grand Entry Team. This array of talented and spirited women is kicking off the grand entry each night. They will be displaying talented horsemanship in flag bearing and synchronized routines.
Garrett Yerigan will be making his fourth appearance to the Ponca City rodeo scene as announcer, At 26 years young, Garrett has been around rodeo all his life as his dad, Dale, is a former rodeo competitor and mom, Kathy, still competes in Barrel Racing. Kathy is a former International Finals Rodeo qualifier in the Barrel Racing and Dale is an 11-time World Champion in the Steer Wrestling and is currently the General Manager of the International Professional Rodeo Association. Garrett is a 2013 graduate of Pryor High School in Pryor, Oklahoma. Garrett has been a very active member in the FFA serving as the Chapter Sentinel and later Vice-President. He was blessed enough to be the 2012 Oklahoma FFA Proficiency Winner in Agricultural Communications and went on to be the National Winner that same year. In 2013, he finished in the Top 3 for Northeast District Star in Agribusiness, received his State FFA Degree, and was the State and National Outdoor Recreation Proficiency Winner. In 2016 Garrett finishes his FFA career by being a National Finalist for National Star in Agribusiness and receiving his American FFA Degree. Garrett is currently a member of the International Pro Rodeo Assoc. (IPRA) and the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Assoc. (PRCA) and works approximately 40 professional events per year. In 2014, Garrett set a record as the youngest announcer in the International Finals Rodeo's (IFR) 50-year history! Garrett is now a 7-time IFR Announcer. He also has been selected to work events such as RFD-TV's The American, Cheyenne Frontier Days, PRCA Xtreme Broncs Tour Finale, Colorado State Fair, 101 Wild West Pro Rodeo, PPCLA Mineral Wells Rodeo, and the National High School & Junior High Finals Rodeos. Garrett can be heard in states such as Oklahoma, Arkansas, Colorado, Iowa, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming, and Ontario. In 2015, Garrett joined the team of only 5 PBR in-house announcers and could be heard at some of the Velocity Tour events and at select PBR Australia Cup Series events. In 2015 and 2016 he was selected to work the ABBI World Finals held in conjunction with the PBR World Finals in Las Vegas. In 2016, Garrett voiced the inaugural run of the PBR Monster Energy Tour in Canada.
Benje Bendele, sound man, is the preeminent sound and effects producer in Pro Rodeo, and there is a good reason why. Benje has made this his life. If it happens in the arena, the speakers will rumble with a complementary sound. Whether it's the perfect musical transition or just the right sound effect, Benje has a way of making the ordinary extraordinary. Really, it's just a testament to his passion and understanding of rodeo. Benje has been around the sport most of his life. A young cowboy, he was part of the rodeo team in college and got his start in the production side of the sport when, in 1988, he filled in for an absent announcer. While he worked as an announcer for several years, he has focused his attention on the wonderful world of sound. Now he is the most sought-after sound man in rodeo and works all the major events - the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas; the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton, Alberta; the Calgary (Alberta) Stampede; and Rodeo Houston. Crazy Heart Sound & Lighting also handles the production and lighting at numerous top events, including the Fort Worth (Texas) Stock Show and Rodeo. The effects and music can't be choregraphed, because other action doesn't allow it. But with split-second timing, Benje finds the right music or effect to bring together that excellent ride, fast time or explosive dismount. It's what makes him the very best.
This year's rodeo is again being produced by Andrew's Rodeo Company of Addielou, Texas, promises to be greater than ever with an excellent lineup of contestants, specialty acts, bull fighters, and stock. Andrew's Rodeo Company has become quite popular with the rodeo associations and cowboys, providing stock for a three-night plus slack rodeo. Andrew’s ability to produce quality stock is well noted with 1999 Hall of Fame Bucking Bull, BODACIOUS, with 135 outs and only 8 qualified rides. Bodacious won Bucking Bull of the Year 1994, 1995, and Bucking Bull of the NFR 1992, 1994, and 1995. Son of Bodacious, Bo Dipping, began taking the spotlight in the Rodeo Circuit. He was awarded Rankest Bull Summer Finals in Dallas 2001 and 2002. Sports Illustrated followed his career with an article in June 2003. Ft. Worth Star Telegram and Dallas Morning News visited the Andrews Ranch summer 2003 publishing a full-page article on Sammy and BoDipping. In 2004, Outdoor Life visited the Andrews Ranch and aired a documentary called FEARLESS BODACIOUS. Houston Rodeo and Livestock Show honored Sammy during the year 2004 awarding him with a bucking chute to use as a memorial for Bo’s grave. ESPN has recently visited the Andrews Ranch and aired an insert of Sammy and Bodacious throughout the telecast of the 2005 NFR displaying the much-appreciated bucking chute.
The bull riders won’t be the only brave souls in the arena at the 101 Wild West Rodeo this year, serving as Barrelman this year will be Matt Tarr. Growing up around rodeo and livestock all his life, rodeo has always been a natural fit. At the very young age of 3, Matt started roping and always knew his life would be rodeo. Fighting Bulls walked him into what God's true calling for him would be...being a rodeo clown.With his quick wit and passion for making people smile and laugh, he has become someone to watch both in and out of the arena. As a clown and barrelman, he is a great man with a great attitude and high standards for himself and his family. Matt strives to be a great role model for any age. Matt, his wife Stacie and their son Bransen have made their mark as a young family with a long future ahead of them in Pro rodeo and are a great asset to the rodeo industry.
Returning this year as Bullfighter is Nathan Harp. Nathan says the best part about bull fighting is the adrenaline rush and helping guys out. "The bull riders are always walking up to me and saying, 'you're crazy.'" Nathan disagrees with them. "No, they're the crazy ones. They're tied to the bulls. I'm just out there having fun." Joining Harp again this year will be Bullfighter Cody Emerson. Many may think that being a bull fighter is just pure crazy but Emerson says that there is no better feeling. “Yes, it is an adrenaline rush, but there’s so much more to it. Stepping in to save one of your buddies or getting around a bull and keeping everyone from getting in a jam is the best feeling,” he says.
If you have been tuning into TBS’s “Go-Big Show”, you might see a familiar face at the 101 Wild West Rodeo in June!
The 101 Wild West Rodeo is proud to have Tomas Garcilazo and Family as our specialty act this year! Tomas, a third generation charro, carries on the traditional charro skills and continues to amaze the crowd with his rope artistry and horsemanship.
Tomas has been awarded the PRCA Specialty Act Award in 2007, 2013, 2018 and 2019 and is also a mainstay at the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
"Rodeo Week" in Ponca City is celebrated with several exciting activities in the Ponca City areas including a parade downtown along Grand Avenue on Saturday morning. The parade which starts at 10 a.m.
PRCA Steer Roping at the Rodeo Ground Saturday Morning @10 a.m.
The Ponca City Rodeo Foundation, and numerous supporters, invites everyone to attend this year's rodeo. "Family Night" is Thursday with adults just $15 in advance, $18 at the gate, & kids ages 12 & under FREE. Friday and Saturday performances are adults just $15 in advance, $18 at the gate, kids ages 7-12 $5 in advance, $8 at the gate, & kids ages 6 & under FREE, or buy a weekend pass and enjoy all 3 nights for $25 in advance, $30 at the gate. Advanced tickets can be found at select local businesses:
Tractor Supply
Community National: Prospect & 5th
Equity Banks: 5th & Prospect || The Plaza
RCB: 14th & Prospect || 14th & Highland
Ponca City Area Chamber of Commerce
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