Travis Staley made a historic statement in Wednesday night’s performance of the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo. The Tarleton State University tie-down roper posted a 7.1-second run, the fastest time recorded in competition at the Ford Wyoming Center. The time vaulted the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Lone Star Region champion into the top spot in the third go-round.
Teammate Taylon Carmody posted an 81.50-point ride Wednesday, lifting him into third place in the go-round. Carmody’s three-head 238.25 total features two scores over 80 points. Dalton Porch added a 7.2-second run on Wednesday, ninth in the third go-round.
Thursday night’s performance will include five Tarleton State rodeo athletes in four events. Clay Greenslade will compete in both saddle bronc and bareback riding. Saddle bronc rider Waitley Sharon will make his third appearance in Casper, as will tie-down roper Porch and goat tyer Faith Lundberg.
Saturday’s championship finals will feature the top 12 qualifiers in each event. Follow the Tarleton State Rodeo Facebook page for updates and results from the College National Finals Rodeo.
A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of more than 21,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For over 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.
