The Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) sets the rules for professional rodeo. They also oversee the events and track the standings for the cowboys and cowgirls.
These PRCA standings are important because they determine who gets to compete in big events like the National Finals Rodeo (NFR). Good standings show you’re skilled and consistent.
This article looks at the PRCA standings, specifically focusing on calf roping. We’ll also recap recent rodeo results and preview upcoming events.
Understanding PRCA World Standings
The PRCA world standings are a ranking of cowboys based on how much money they’ve earned at PRCA-approved rodeos during the year. These standings are extremely important because they determine who gets to compete at the National Finals Rodeo (NFR).
The more prize money a cowboy wins at rodeos, the higher he’ll be ranked in the standings. Rodeos with more prize money up for grabs (“added money”) give cowboys the chance to really boost their earnings.
Key events and their impact
Certain major rodeos have a big influence on the standings. Performances at events like the Redding Rodeo, the Liberty Hill Pro Rodeo, and the Santa Rosa Roundup can tell you who the serious NFR contenders are.
A strong showing at these rodeos can cause a cowboy to jump significantly in the world standings.
Calf Roping Standings: A Closer Look
May is a big month for ProRodeo, especially in calf roping. Here’s a look at some of the May 2025 results and the current top 20 as of late May.
May 2025 ProRodeo Calf Roping Results
May’s ProRodeos are crucial for calf ropers hoping to make it to the National Finals Rodeo (NFR). Here’s a quick look at some key rodeo results:
- Redding Rodeo: Keep an eye on the top finishers and their times.
- Liberty Hill Pro Rodeo: Spence Barney clocked a winning time of 8.5 seconds.
- Rodeo Killeen: Cory Solomon took the top spot with a time of 8.2 seconds.
- Santa Rosa Roundup: Several top ropers posted impressive times and took home significant prize money.
Current Top 20 in Calf Roping (as of May 21, 2025)
As of May 21, 2025, Riley Webb is leading the pack with earnings of $116,059. The earnings among the top 20 calf ropers range from just over $30,000 to Webb’s impressive six-figure sum.
Upcoming Rodeos
The upcoming weeks are full of opportunities for cowboys to earn cash and climb in the PRCA standings. Here’s a look at some key rodeos on the horizon:
- Music City Rodeo
- Santa Maria Elks Rodeo
- Ag Expo Pro Rodeo
- Home Of The Navajo PRCA Rodeo
- Will Rogers Stampede
- Old Fort Days Rodeo
- Mt. Pleasant Rodeo
- Rodeo Celina
Keep an eye on the “added money” at each of these events. The more added money, the bigger the potential payout and the greater the impact on the standings!
Key Takeaways
PRCA standings are a big deal for rodeo cowboys hoping to compete at the NFR and make a name for themselves in the sport.
To climb the ranks, cowboys need to show up and perform well at major rodeos, especially when there’s more prize money up for grabs.
Following the rodeo results and PRCA standings is a great way to keep up with who’s hot and who’s not in the world of professional rodeo.