Trump Hosts PRCA and WPRA Champions at the White House

President Donald Trump welcomed the 2025 world champions of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) to the White House on March 13, 2026. This visit marked a significant return of rodeo tradition to the Oval Office, being the first time in over four decades that PRCA champions were hosted there. The last similar event occurred during the presidency of Ronald Reagan.

Among the honored guests were prominent figures in the rodeo circuit, including all-around and bull riding champion Stetson Wright, bareback rider Rocker Steiner, steer wrestler Tucker Allen, and team ropers Andrew Ward and Jake Long. Notable female competitors included barrel racer Kassie Mowry and breakaway roper Taylor Munsell. Their attendance underscored the significance of rodeo culture in America.

Wright, who leads in the all-around race, holds the No. 2 position in saddle bronc riding and is ranked tenth in bull riding. Allen clinched the 2025 world championship title, while Ward and Long secured their first PRCA world title together, also winning their first National Finals Rodeo (NFR) championship as a team.

During the gathering, members of the rodeo community engaged with Trump, explaining the different types of ropes used in rodeo competitions. In a video shared by White House communications advisor Margo Martin, Trump expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “It’s so cool.”

The event served not only to celebrate the champions but also to highlight the cultural importance of rodeo in the United States. The gathering at the White House was a testament to the enduring legacy of this sport, connecting a new generation of champions with the traditions of the past.

The visit was further covered by various media outlets, reflecting its significance in the sports community and beyond. As the White House continues to engage with diverse aspects of American culture, this event stands out as a notable example of honoring traditional American sports.