As the dust settles on the bayfronts of Corpus Christi, Texas, all eyes are on barrel racer Stephanie Fryar, the shining star at the helm of the WCRA (World Champions Rodeo Alliance) Rodeo Corpus Christi this May. Not just any rodeo, this event holds the golden key to an extraordinary achievement—the $1 million Triple Crown of Rodeo bonus, a feat that could see Fryar make history as the first woman to earn such a prize in a single night.
With the rodeo set against the scenic backdrop from May 7-11, Stephanie Fryar is the last woman standing in this thrilling race. Having already claimed victories at two consecutive WCRA Majors – one in Mill Springs, North Carolina, in October 2023 and another in Guthrie, Oklahoma, in January 2024 – Fryar is now poised to clinch the title that has so far only been in the grasp of one other rodeo athlete, bareback rider RC Landingham.
Landingham, who won the inaugural Triple Crown in December 2022, matched his 14-year career earnings with that single, monumental paycheck. Fryar aims to echo this remarkable achievement, with over $750,000 in career winnings already under her belt, the upcoming $1 million check could more than double her life earnings, marking a monumental milestone in her 18+ year career.
Fryar’s journey to this pinnacle moment is not just a personal quest but a striking symbol of female prowess in a sport that has seen only a handful of women in such high-stakes contention. In May 2022, breakaway roper Tacy Kay Webb came close at Rodeo Corpus Christi, but it was not meant to be. Fryar now carries the hopes of many, aiming to not only capture the crown but also to inspire a generation of women in rodeo.
The event itself promises high stakes and fierce competition, with more than 200 of the world’s top western sports athletes, including the return of RC Landingham who has been sidelined due to injury. The contest at Corpus Christi not only determines the Triple Crown champion but also serves as a qualifier for the Free Riders team, set to compete at the inaugural Kid Rock’s Rock N Rodeo.
As Stephanie Fryar gears up for what could be the ride of her life, fans from around the globe can tune in to witness this historic event. Whether in person on the breezy bayfronts or through broadcasts on RidePass on Pluto TV, Cowboy Channel, and the Cowboy Channel+ App, this is a show no rodeo enthusiast would want to miss.
Stephanie Fryar’s quest for the Triple Crown is not just about the glittering prize but the indomitable spirit of the cowgirl—fearless, formidable, and ready to make history. As she prepares to take the reins this May, she isn’t just riding for glory; she’s riding for every girl who dares to dream big and shoot even higher.
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