Knocking the dust off at CFR
RED DEER, AB. — While there are over 30 first time qualifiers at the 47th edition of the Canadian Finals Rodeo, several veterans made their presence felt on night number one at the Peavey Mart Centrium in Red Deer.
Officials with the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) note five time Canadian Steer Wrestling Champion, Cody Cassidy, is looking to take care of some unfinished business, saying he took a step in that direction during the first performance with a blistering 3.5 second run.
“I won the average in 2019 and was one steer away from winning the Canadian title that year. I am definitely happy I’ve got this round win and I’m looking forward to the rest of the week.”
In the classic event of rodeo – the Saddle Bronc Riding – it was the last man out, Zeke Thurston, who earned top money on the night. The defending Canadian Champion and two time World Champion was excited about his go-round winning 87 point ride on Vold Rodeo’s Split Decision.