WCC had great season

Justin Seward
Times Reporter

 

The Wheatland Cowboys and Cowgirls Rodeo Associations wrapped up their 12-event winter schedule with the Rodeo Finals at the Lausen Indoor Arena on March 19.
Vice President Crystal Stevens said the sixth annual event was a success, with $3,000 being handed out in prize money, and the kids collected triple the points that went into year-end prizes.
“Every kid in the association won a little bit of money yesterday,” said Stevens. “In different events, there’s a different skill level. We have a well-rounded group and that’s something that’s never happened before. Everyone’s skill is improving.”
She added that 60 kids that were registered again this season; however, the skill levels changed, became more competitive, particularly noticeable where eight kids in the roping events increased to approximately 22 kids.
The average age of the club is also increasing, which has meant the kids have been staying long-term.
“When these kids go out into the other areas for rodeos, they’re definitely standing out as strong competitors,” said Stevens. “We encourage our kids to do all the things that you see at a rodeo but are done by all of our members. The young kids are encouraged to help out. It’s a big part of who we are.”
The association will start back up again in October. For more information you can visit their Facebook page at Wheatland Cowboys and Cowgirls Rodeo Society.