2025-2026 News

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Burress Signs with Gillette College Rodeo
Burress Signs with Gillette College Rodeo

Gillette College Rodeo is excited to announce the signing of Sage Burress, a team roper from Isabel, South Dakota.

Korpusik Signs with Gillette College Rodeo
Korpusik Signs with Gillette College Rodeo

Gillette College Rodeo is excited to announce the signing of Jack Korpusik, a bareback rider from Norquay, Saskatchewan, Canada.

Espenscheid Transfers to Gillette College Rodeo After CNFR-Qualifying Season
Espenscheid Transfers to Gillette College Rodeo After CNFR-Qualifying Season

Gillette College Rodeo is excited to announce the signing of Cael Espenscheid, a team roping heeler from Big Piney, Wyoming.

Harris Signs with Gillette College Rodeo
Harris Signs with Gillette College Rodeo

Gillette College Rodeo is excited to announce the signing of Jase Harris, a bareback rider from Duchesne, Utah.

Pronghorn Rodeo Signs Standout Roper Sern Weishaar
Pronghorn Rodeo Signs Standout Roper Sern Weishaar

Gillette College Rodeo continues to elevate its 2026 recruiting class with the addition of Sern Weishaar, a proven winner out of Belle Fourche who brings consistency, versatility, and a track record of success on the national stage.

Pronghorn Rodeo Signs Wyoming Roper Hays Espenscheid
Pronghorn Rodeo Signs Wyoming Roper Hays Espenscheid

Built on a strong team roping background and Wyoming roots, Hays Espenscheid is the latest addition to the Gillette College Rodeo program as the Pronghorns continue to shape their 2026 roster.

Gillette College Rodeo Signs Sophie Hruby
Gillette College Rodeo Signs Sophie Hruby

Gillette College Rodeo has signed another dynamic athlete for the future in Sophie Hruby of Hemingford, Nebraska. A proven competitor across multiple events with success on some of rodeo’s biggest stages, Hruby brings talent, grit, and versatility to an already strong recruiting class.

Gillette College Rodeo Signs Katie Rice
Gillette College Rodeo Signs Katie Rice

Gillette College Rodeo has added another strong Wyoming talent to its 2026 recruiting class with the signing of Katie Rice of Buffalo. A standout competitor in the arena and a strong leader in the classroom and community, Rice brings versatility, grit, and a competitive edge to the Pronghorns.

Gillette College Rodeo Adds Tiersyn Grubb to the Women's Rodeo Team
Gillette College Rodeo Adds Tiersyn Grubb to the Women's Rodeo Team

Gillette College Rodeo has added another talented and proven competitor to its women’s team with the signing of Tiersyn Grubb of Spearfish, South Dakota. A versatile athlete with success across multiple events, Grubb brings a winning background, strong academics, and an exciting family connection to the Pronghorns.

Gillette College Rodeo Signs Talon Ping
Gillette College Rodeo Signs Talon Ping

Gillette College Rodeo has signed another talented South Dakota athlete in Talon Ping of Highmore. A proven competitor in the arena and across multiple sports, Ping brings toughness, leadership, and a background that makes him a natural fit for the Pronghorn program.

Gillette College Rodeo Signs Hayes Burress
Gillette College Rodeo Signs Hayes Burress

Gillette College Rodeo has added another South Dakota cowboy to its 2026 recruiting class with the signing of Hayes Burress of Isabel. A national qualifier with a strong foundation in the timed events, Burress brings grit, potential, and a good fit for the Pronghorn program.

Pronghorns Add Wyoming Standout Dylan Thar
Pronghorns Add Wyoming Standout Dylan Thar

Gillette College Rodeo has added another accomplished Wyoming athlete to its women’s team with the signing of Dylan Thar of Douglas. With a long list of success in barrel racing, breakaway roping, and team roping, Thar brings proven talent, consistency, and a competitive edge to the Pronghorns.

Gillette College Rodeo Welcomes Kally Sorenson to 2026 Women’s Team
Gillette College Rodeo Welcomes Kally Sorenson to 2026 Women’s Team

The Gillette College Rodeo Team is proud to welcome Kally Sorenson to the 2026 roster, adding a high-level roper and all-around competitor to an already strong recruiting class.

Gillette College Rodeo Welcomes Mattson Back to the Team
Gillette College Rodeo Welcomes Mattson Back to the Team

The Gillette College Rodeo program continues to build momentum for the future with a powerful addition to its coaching staff. A familiar face with an elite competitive résumé is returning to Pronghorn country—this time on the other side of the arena—as national champion and former Gillette College athlete Bodie Mattson joins the program as Assistant Coach.

Momentum Is Building at Gillette College Rodeo
Momentum Is Building at Gillette College Rodeo

As the spring semester gains momentum, the Gillette College Rodeo program is hitting its stride, with preparations underway for our annual banquet, strong performances nationwide over break, and a renewed focus as practice returns to full swing.

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Gillette College Athletics Announces Casey Rae Sellers as New Head Rodeo Coach

The Gillette College Athletics Department is thrilled to announce the promotion of Casey Rae Sellers to Head Rodeo Coach...