Conference


Your Future in Rodeo Starts Here.
December 9–10, 2025 • Las Vegas, NV - Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall, Level 2, S219

Why Attend
Two action-packed days designed for rising rodeo athletes and industry professionals. From sponsorships and social media branding to financial literacy and mental performance, this is where ambition meets preparation — and the future of rodeo begins.

  • Expert Insights → Learn from leaders in sponsorship, finance, health, and performance psychology — all tailored to rodeo athletes.
  • Networking That Matters → Build relationships with college coaches, PRCA representatives, and fellow athletes.
  • Future-Focused Skills → Get insider tips for thriving in college rodeo and stepping into the professional arena.
Who Should Attend
  • Youth rodeo athletes (junior high, high school, and college-aged)
  • Parents and coaches
  • Anyone ready to take their rodeo journey to the next level
Conference Schedule
Tuesday, December 9
  • 9:30 – 9:45 AM | Welcome
  • 9:50 – 10:20 AM | Sponsorship 
    • Guest Speaker: Cavender's
  • 10:20 – 11:30 PM | Social Media & Personal Branding
    • Guest Speaker: Cavender's, Wrangler, & Priefert 
  • 11:30 – 12:30 PM | Lunch Break
  • 12:45 – 1:15 PM | Financial Literacy: Investment & Retirement
    • Guest Speaker: Cedar Gap Wealth Management
  • 1:30 – 2:00 PM | Athlete Health & Injury Prevention
    • Guest Speaker: Western Sports Foundation - Natasha McCann
  • 2:15 – 3:00 PM | Mental Toughness & Performance Psychology
    • Guest Speaker: Western Sports Foundation - Katie Hollingsworth
Wednesday, December 10
  • 9:15 – 9:45 AM | Keynote Speaker: Bear Pascoe
  • 10:00 – 10:45 AM | How to College Rodeo
    • Guest Speaker: NIRA
  • 10:45 – 11:30 AM | College Athlete Panel
    • Guest Speaker: NIRA
  • 11:30 – 1:00 PM | Social Time with College Rodeo Coaches
  • 1:00 – 1:30 PM | Lunch Break
  • 1:45 – 2:45 PM | How to Pro Rodeo
    • Guest Speaker: PRCA

Please join us to celebrate the future of rodeo!

 
 
 

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