The SWOSU Rodeo team concluded the 2025-26 season at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyoming, where Heston Harrison led the men's team in Team Roping, finishing eighth overall. Despite a strong performance that placed him at the top early on, a no-time run in the final round hindered his championship bid. The Bulldog women team ended in a tie for 29th place in the national team standings, with Greeley Eastep being the standout qualifier in Goat Tying, ultimately finishing 13th nationally.

By the Numbers
  • Heston Harrison recorded Team Roping times of 5.2, 6.6, and 5.9 seconds, resulting in an eighth-place national finish.
  • SWOSU's women's team scored 40 points, tying for 29th place in the final standings.
State of Play
  • Heston Harrison accounted for all 130 of SWOSU's men's team points at the CNFR.
  • The women's team has qualified for the CNFR nine times under Coach Mike Visnieski since 2011.
What's Next

Looking ahead, SWOSU is poised to build on this year's success, with several key athletes, including future prospects, likely to enhance their competitive edge in the next season.

Bottom Line

Harrison鈥檚 performance, while falling short of a national title, exemplifies the potential future of SWOSU Rodeo, suggesting a promising path for the program and its athletes moving forward.