Four members of the University of Wyoming Rodeo team qualified to compete in the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) June 11-16 at the Casper Events Center in Casper, Wyoming.
In order to qualify contestants must finish the regular rodeo season in the top three spots of the region’s standings. Wyoming competes in the Central Rocky Mountain Region. In total there are 11 regions recognized by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA).
The four members representing UW are Jacob Smith competing in Bull Riding, Kelsey Lensegrav competing in Barrel Racing and Justene Hirsig and Denton Shaw competing together in team roping.