Champions Crowned at Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo ProRodeo Tournament

By Susan Kanode For the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo

FORT WORTH, Texas (Feb. 7, 2026) — Championship buckles were awarded Saturday night as the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo ProRodeo Tournament concluded inside Dickies Arena, closing two weeks of elite competition with record-setting runs and emotional victories.

Bareback Riding Opens Championship Night

Bareback riding launched the Championship Finals with a winning ride by Tilden Hooper. The Carthage, Texas native, now living near Weatherford, scored 92 points aboard Calgary Stampede’s Disco Party to secure the title.

Hooper earned $27,418 during the tournament and, after qualifying for his 10th Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in December, positioned himself well for another trip to Las Vegas.

Breakaway Roping Brings Family Milestone

North Texas competitor Jill Tanner of Stephenville claimed the breakaway roping championship with a 2.0-second run, adding $27,308 to her season earnings.

The victory marked the first Fort Worth title for the Tanner family since her father, Jimmie Cooper, won all-around and tie-down roping championships in 1986.

Kassie Mowry Sets Arena Record in Barrel Racing

Barrel racer Kassie Mowry of Dublin, Texas, delivered one of the most memorable performances of the night. Riding Force The Goodbye (“Jarvis”), Mowry stopped the clock in 16.04 seconds, setting a new Dickies Arena record.

The championship was Mowry’s first at Fort Worth and earned her $25,500, adding to an already impressive résumé that includes back-to-back world titles.

All-Around Award Introduced

The inaugural Billy and Pam Minick All-Around Award was presented to Payden Bray of Stephenville, who competed in both tie-down and team roping events. Bray earned $5,675 in event winnings to secure the $10,000 bonus.

Saddle Bronc and Steer Wrestling End in Ties

Saddle bronc riding concluded with a tie as Rusty Wright of Milford, Utah, and Darcy Radel of Australia each scored 91 points. Wright rode Calgary Stampede’s Dandy Delight, while Radel covered Shady Jacket from J Bar J Pro Rodeo.

Steer wrestling also produced a shared title, with Bridger Anderson of North Dakota and Trisyn Kalawaia of Hawaii each clocking 3.8 seconds.

Tie-Down, Team Roping and Bull Riding Champions Crowned

Kincade Henry of Mount Pleasant, Texas, claimed the tie-down roping championship with a 7.5-second run aboard his longtime mount Duals Crescent Boon (“Mario”), earning $27,517.

Team roping honors went to Corben Culley of Iowa and Trent Vaught of Arkansas, who posted a 5.4-second run and earned $26,400 each across the tournament.

Bull riding closed the night with Trey Kimzey of Oklahoma scoring 88.5 points on Rafter G Rodeo’s Hermes, taking home $27,400 and the championship buckle.

A Night of Recognition

Saturday night also included recognition of legendary announcer Bob Tallman, honored for 50 years of announcing at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo. While his role will evolve, Tallman’s voice will remain part of future events.

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2026 FWSSR ProRodeo Tournament Champions

(Total earnings include all preliminary rounds)

• Bareback Riding: Tilden Hooper — $27,418
• Steer Wrestling: Bridger Anderson / Trisyn Kalawaia — $24,042 / $21,760
• Breakaway Roping: Jill Tanner — $27,308
• Saddle Bronc Riding: Rusty Wright / Darcy Radel — $24,617 / $21,435
• Tie-Down Roping: Kincade Henry — $27,517
• Team Roping: Corben Culley & Trent Vaught — $26,400 each
• Barrel Racing: Kassie Mowry — $25,500 (new arena record)
• Bull Riding: Trey Kimzey — $27,400
• All-Around: Payden Bray — $10,000 bonus