Rodeo

The Black Hills Roundup began in 1918 as a Red Cross Blood Drive and fundraiser as a response to the heavy fighting and influenza that raged across the western front of WWI.

The 2024 South Dakota High School Rodeo championship wrapped up, and all the winner saddles have been handed out. SDPB's Nate Wek shares some of the highlights.

Tava Sexton of Whitewood had an eventful week at the state finals rodeo in Ft. Pierre. Not only was she named the Queen for 2024, but she also qualified for nationals in girl’s cutting.

The central piece for any cowboy or cowgirl is their hat. For over 15 years, Kenny Ophus has been shaping hats for that perfect fit.

SDPB's coverage of the South Dakota High School State Rodeo Finals. Full live stream from June 15, 2024.

SDPB's coverage of the South Dakota High School State Rodeo Finals. Full live stream from the afternoon of June 14, 2024.

The 2024 SDHSRA state rodeo finals took place this week from Ft. Pierre. Here are all of the individuals who qualified for nationals at this year's event.

The Sutton Rodeo has won a multitude of awards, and their stock has been selected to perform at the National Rodeo Finals every year, but once since that rodeo's inception.

SDPB's coverage of the South Dakota High School State Rodeo Finals. Full live stream from the morning of June 14, 2024.

SDPB's coverage of the South Dakota High School State Rodeo Finals. Full live stream from the afternoon of June 13, 2024.