By:Patrick Hall Friday, 29 September, 2006

Yes, it's rodeo time once again. The annual Pratt Community College NIRA Rodeo is October 6, 7 and 8. Nearly 500 competitors from two and four year schools in Kansas, Oklahoma, and Missouri will compete in a variety of events.

The college rodeo is the kickoff for fall in Pratt and offers entertainment for all ages. The performances will take place Friday, Oct. 6 at 7:30p.m., Saturday, Oct. 7 at 1:30p.m. and 7:30 p.m. and the short-go or finals round will take place at 1:30p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 8.

In addition, the Kids' Rodeo will be in the Ag Activities Center at 6:30p.m. on Saturday evening. Little cowboys and cowgirls will get a chance to rope a roping dummy, tie a goat's tail, ride a horse and get prizes from the roll in the hay.

Events for the rodeo include: Barrel Racing, Goat Tying, Break Away Roping, Team Roping, Tie Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, Bull Riding, Saddle Bronc Riding, and Bareback Riding.

Rodeo tickets are available at the gate and cost is $5 per person. For more information, contact the athletic department at 620-450-2131.