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Breakaway Ropers Are Relentless at Texas Circuit Finals

The breakaway roping competition is fierce inside the Heart O'Texas Coliseum as the Texas Circuit Finals wraps up Friday night.
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Breakaway Ropers Are Relentless at Texas Circuit Finals
Breakaway Ropers Are Relentless at Texas Circuit Finals

The Texas Circuit Finals began in Waco Tuesday night featuring the ladies in the fastest event in rodeo-breakaway roping.

The breakaway ropers have put on a thrilling show for rodeo fans in Waco this week. Some of the best cowgirls in the world are sharpening their skills getting ready for the National Finals Breakaway Roping in Vegas. 

Cowgirls Jackie Crawford, Martha Angelone, and Hali Williams have gone head to head battling for a qualifying position in the NFR Open next July. Not only is it a chance to win big money counting towards the world standings, it's also a qualifier for the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, Wash. 

Round 1 Results

  1. Martha Angelone, 2.3-seconds, $2,212
  2. Jackie Crawford, 2.4-seconds, $1,659
  3. Tacy Webb, 2.7-seconds, $1,106
  4. Bradi Good, 2.9-seconds, $553

Round 2 Results

  1. Hali Williams, 2.1-seconds, $2,212 
  2. (tie) Jackie Crawford, 2.4-seconds, $1,383
  3. (tie) Taylor Hanchey, 2.4-seconds, $1,383
  4. Tierra Zapalac, 2.5-seconds, $553

Round 3 Results

  1. Tacy Webb, 2.3-seconds, $2,212
  2. Taylor Hanchey, 2.5-seconds, $1,659
  3. Jackie Crawford, 2.6-seconds, $1,106
  4. Aspen Miller, 2.7-seconds, $553

Average Leaders

  1. Jackie Crawford, 7.4-seconds/3
  2. Tacy Webb, 8.1-seconds/3
  3. Josie Conner, 9.3-seconds/3
  4. Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, 27.5-seconds/3
  5. Taylor Hanchey, 4.9-seconds/2
  6. Tierra Zapalac, 5.7-seconds/2

There is one remaining round before a champion will be crowned at the RAM Texas Circuit Finals. In conclusion of the fourth round, the two breakaway ropers that have an automatic entry into the NFR Open will also be announced. 

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Alex Cawthon
ALEX CAWTHON

Alex Cawthon is a writer for Sports Illustrated's Rodeo Daily. She is also an accomplished rodeo athlete and business leader driven by the desire to achieve greatness. Born and raised in Rockwall, TX where she learned the importance of family and enjoying the simple things in life. Growing up Alex focused on her academics as well as fine-tuning her abilities as an athlete, which led her to a rodeo scholarship at Tarleton State University. She competed in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) in the Southwest Region during her time in college rodeo. In addition to a long list of rodeo accomplishments, Alex’s reputation for excellence as well as her grit and determination garnered awards and high-profile brand deals. When not competing full-time as a rodeo athlete, Alex applies her intense work ethic to thrive in the classroom. She graduated from Tarleton State University with a bachelor's degree in Agribusiness in 2022 and will graduate in December 2023 with a Master's in Business Administration. Now based in Stephenville, Tx, Alex continues to make her mark as she establishes a career in the oil and gas industry. In addition, Alex utilizes her expertise and connections to support the sport she loves, as she joins forces with Sports Illustrated as a writer for their acclaimed feature, Rodeo Daily. Beyond Alex’s accomplishments in and out of the arena, to her core, she is tenacious, focused, and driven. Her deep roots in the Western industry have not only shaped her professional journey, but also instilled an unwavering commitment to tradition, excellence, and innovation. 

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