Schalla’s Success Continues at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

By Susan Kanode for the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

FORT WORTH, Texas (Jan. 28, 2026) — Fans attending the sixth performance of the Fort Worth Livestock Show & Rodeo (FWSSR) ProRodeo Tournament were treated to fast-paced second-round action, highlighted by standout performances in bareback and bull riding inside Dickies Arena.

Schalla Leads Bracket 3 in Bareback Riding

Wacey Schalla of Arapaho, Oklahoma, continues to build momentum as one of rodeo’s rising all-around talents. Schalla’s versatility has been evident since high school, where he captured National High School Rodeo Association titles in both bareback riding and bull riding in 2023.

The following year, Schalla repeated that dual success at Clarendon College, earning the same two event titles in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association while beginning his career in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA).

After narrowly missing dual qualifications previously, Schalla broke through last month by qualifying for the National Finals Rodeo in both bareback riding and bull riding, finishing as the reserve all-around champion.

On Wednesday night in Fort Worth, Schalla posted the highest bareback score of the performance, an 87-point ride aboard Marie Leveau from United Pro Rodeo. The effort earned $2,500, giving him $4,700 in Bracket 3 earnings, first place overall, and a return trip to the Semi-Finals.

Schalla will continue his push for a double advancement with two more rounds of bull riding still ahead in the next bracket.

Bull Riding Delivers Big Rides

Bull riding closed the night with four qualified rides and plenty of momentum heading into the Semi-Finals.

Atop the leaderboard is Stran Smith of Bear Creek, South Dakota. After being the only rider to convert in round one—earning $7,400—Smith followed up with an 85-point ride on Debo from United Pro Rodeo in round two.

Smith more than doubled his season earnings during his Fort Worth run. Entering the rodeo with $7,926, he has already pocketed $9,725 in Dickies Arena and will advance to the Semi-Finals with confidence.

Lane Vaughan of Klamath Falls, Oregon, matched Smith’s 85-point score aboard Ray Ban from United Pro Rodeo, tying for the round win and also securing a Semi-Finals berth.

What’s Next at FWSSR

Bracket 4 begins Thursday night at 7:30 p.m. in Dickies Arena. Thursday is TCU Day at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, with free grounds admission for guests wearing TCU gear and special appearances by Horned Frog spirit groups.

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Unofficial Results

FWSSR ProRodeo Tournament — Bracket 3, Round Two

January 28, 2026

Bareback Riding

1. Wacey Schalla, Arapaho, Okla. — 87, Marie Leveau (United Pro Rodeo), $2,500
2. R.C. Landingham, Hat Creek, Calif. — 85, $1,900
3. Richmond Champion, Stevensville, Mont. — 82.5, $1,500
4. Ethan Mazurenko, Thorhild, Alberta — $1,000
   Semi-Finals: Schalla, Champion • Wild Card: Landingham

Steer Wrestling

1. Riley Westhaver, Alberta & Dane Haas, Utah — 4.1, $2,218 each
2. Eli Lord, Sturgis, S.D. — 4.2, $1,518
3. Tyler Waguespack, La. & Jacob Edler, Okla. — 4.3, $580 each
   Semi-Finals: Westhaver, Mason Couch • Wild Card: Haas

Breakaway Roping

1. Shalee King, Utah & TiAda Gray, Texas — 2.5, $2,275 each
2. Emilee Charlesworth, Texas — 2.8, $1,575
3. Beau Peterson, Kan. — 3.4, $1,075
   Semi-Finals: King, Charlesworth • Wild Card: Gray

Saddle Bronc Riding

1. Waitley Sharon, Colo. — 88, Jazzbo Depew (Championship Pro Rodeo), $2,542
2. Statler Wright, Utah — 87, $1,942
3. Shorty Garrett, S.D. — 83.5, $1,542
4. James Perrin, Saskatchewan — 83, $1,042
   Semi-Finals: Sharon, Wright • Wild Card: Jacobs Crawley

Tie-Down Roping

1. Beau Cooper, Alberta — 8.6, $2,518
2. Brushton Minton, Calif. — 9.1, $1,918
3. Treg Schaack, S.D. — 12.2, $1,518
4. Cle Clemons, Fla. — 12.3, $1,018
   Semi-Finals: Cooper, Tom Crouse • Wild Card: Clemons

Team Roping

1. Dustin Egusquiza, Fla. & JC Flake, Texas — 5.1, $3,000 each
2. Jr. Dees, Texas & Landen Glenn, Okla. — $2,400 each
3. Riley Kittle, Ala. & Cole Curry, Miss. — 8.9, $2,000 each
   Semi-Finals: Egusquiza/Flake; Kittle/Curry • Wild Card: Dees/Glenn

Barrel Racing

1. McKenna Coronado, Utah — 16.29, $2,500
2. Katelyn Scott, Odessa, Texas — 16.53, $1,900
3. Summer Kosel, S.D. — 16.56, $1,500
4. Sue Smith, Idaho — 16.75, $1,000
   Semi-Finals: Coronado, Kosel • Wild Card: Shelley Morgan

Bull Riding

1. Stran Smith, S.D. & Lane Vaughan, Ore. — 85, $2,625 each
2. Jesse Petri, Dublin, Texas — $1,625
3. Riley Shippy, S.D. — $1,125
   Semi-Finals: Smith, Vaughan • Wild Card: Petri