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Proctor and Medlin Keep On Hot Streak at Prairie Circuit Finals

Coleman Proctor and Logan Medlin succeed at RAM Prairie Circuit Finals, can they keep the momentum going all the way to Las Vegas?
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Proctor and Medlin Keep On Hot Streak at Prairie Circuit Finals
Proctor and Medlin Keep On Hot Streak at Prairie Circuit Finals

As the dust settles in Duncan, Oklahoma following the RAM Prairie Circuit Finals, National Finals Rodeo qualifiers Coleman Proctor and Logan Medlin take home the team roping championship. This circuit finals win also gave them an automatic entry into the NFR Open next July in Colorado Springs, Colorado. 

Proctor and Medlin used the momentum from their last thrilling win of the 2023 season in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, at the Governors Cup to keeping their streak going into the circuit finals. 

The team boosted their earnings by $35,000 each on the last day of the regular season. Shooting Medlin up to fifth in the world standings going into the NFR in December, and Proctor to sixth.  

This years NFR will be the Oklahoma native, Coleman Proctor's, eighth qualification since his first appearance at the big show in 2014. 

Logan Medlin's horse, "Cantina," ended up third in the line up for AQHA heel horse of the year, carrying Medlin to his fourth consecutive NFR. Originally from Tatum, New Mexico, Medlin has his sights set high on his first world championship. 

Proctor and Medlin's consistency throughout the weekend and their second round win helped them secure the average title at the Prairie Circuit Finals. 

Round 1 Results

  1. (tie) Bubba Buckaloo/Gavin Foster, 4.9 seconds
  2. (tie) Brye Crites/Rance Doyal, 4.9 seconds
  3. Andrew Ward/Buddy Hawkins II, 5.7 seconds
  4. Curry Kirchner/Billie Jack Saebens, 5.9 seconds

Round 2 Results

  1. Coleman Proctor/Logan Medlin, 4.1 seconds
  2. Tyler Hobert/Shannon Frascht, 5.1 seconds
  3. Rowdy Jones/Gage Williams, 6.0 seconds
  4. Cam Hoelting/Dawson McMaster, 10.5 seconds

Round 3 Results 

  1. (tie) Paul David Tierney/Tanner Braden, 5.2 seconds
  2. (tie) Andrew Ward/Buddy Hawkins II, 5.2 seconds
  3. Casey Hicks/Steve Orth, 5.4 seconds
  4. Cam Hoelting/Dawson McMaster, 5.7 seconds

Average Results 

  1. Coleman Proctor/Logan Medlin, 18.1 seconds/3
  2.  Bubba Buckaloo/Gavin Foster, 22.9 seconds/3
  3. Andrew Ward/Buddy Hawkins II, 10.9 seconds.2
  4. Paul David Tierney/Tanner Braden, 11.3 seconds/2
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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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