Chadron State College seniors Cinch Kiger and Bridget Romey have qualified for the College Finals Rodeo slated for June 14-20 in Casper, Wyoming. Kiger earned the title of regional bareback riding champion with a cumulative score of 1,120 points, while Romey secured third place in barrel racing with 480 points. Their qualifications were confirmed after the final rodeo at the University of Wyoming, where Kiger placed fourth overall and Romey was among the 10 finalists. Both had strong performances throughout the season, with Kiger scoring at all 10 rodeos and Romey's position tightly contested among 95 participants. Other Chadron State seniors showed strong efforts at the UW rodeo, with several placing within the top ranks.

By the Numbers
  • Cinch Kiger finished as the bareback riding champion with 1,120 points.
  • Bridget Romey secured third place in barrel racing with 480 points, a mere 30 points ahead of fourth place.
  • Kiger scored points in all 10 rodeos this season.
State of Play
  • Kiger placed fourth at the UW rodeo, collecting 90 points with scores of 74 and 78.5 in his rounds.
  • Romey finished seventh at the UW rodeo, running times of 14.95 and 15.19 seconds in the finals.
  • Three CSC contestants reached the top 10 in tie down roping at the UW rodeo.
What's Next

Kiger and Romey will compete at the College Finals Rodeo in June, where they will face off against top competitors from across the nation in their respective events. Their performances there will be crucial for their future standing in college rodeo athletics.

Bottom Line

Chadron State College athletes are making their mark in rodeo, with Kiger and Romey not only excelling regionally but now poised to compete nationally. Their achievements highlight the growing recognition of the college鈥檚 rodeo program.