It's clear the local riders were "roping" in the applause at the Okotoks Pro Rodeo.
The Okotoks Pro Rodeo returned to the Millarville Racing & Agricultural Society grounds this weekend, featuring a strong lineup of local talent. On Saturday, 12 local riders took part in the competition, including five from Nanton, two from Cayley, and one each from High River, Foothills, Longview, Vulcan, and Granum.
Several local cowboys and cowgirls delivered standout performances in front of a packed grandstand. Nanton’s Ty Taypotat posted an 83-point ride in bareback, while Carter Sandberg battled through a tough ride in saddle bronc. Clay Elliott and Josh Eirikson also represented Nanton in tie-down roping, with Eirikson putting together a clean run.
Other local competitors included Tatum Wilson and Quinn Leslie in breakaway roping, Steele DePaoli and his partner Ty Cahoon in team roping, and Austin Kroeker in bull riding. The event also featured mutton bustin’ and the crowning of a new Miss Rodeo Okotoks, Sadie Finnebraaten.
The Okotoks Pro Rodeo continues on Sunday, with 14 local competitors set to take part in the competition. The action is scheduled to start at 1 p.m.
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