NFR Contestants 2023

As the excitement builds for the 2023 National Finals Rodeo, the spotlight shines on the top 15 contestants who have proven their mettle in one of the world’s most thrilling and challenging sports.

These elite athletes, each adorned with their unique Back Numbers, are not just competitors; they embody skill, determination, and the relentless pursuit of excellence.

In this article, you are going to know the top 15 contestants in each event for the 2023 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (NFR):

Barrel Racing

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	Sissy Winn	Chapman Ranch, Texas	$109,022
2	Kassie Mowry	Dublin, Texas	$133,802
3	Hailey Kinsel	Cotulla, Texas	$105,776
4	Stevi Hillman	Granbury, Texas	$109,015
5	Wenda Johnson	Pawhuska, Oklahoma	$120,506
6	Jordon Briggs	Tolar, Texas	$160,824
7	Taycie Matthews	Wynne, Arkansas	$144.161
8	Brittany Pozzi Tonozzi	Lampasas, Texas	$270,563
9	Emily Beisel	Weatherford, Oklahoma	$158,752
10	Ilyssa Riley	Hico, Texas	$111,473
11	Paige Jones	Wayne, Oklahoma	$158,752
12	Sue Smith	Blackfoot, Idaho	$105,644
13	Lisa Lockhart	Oelrichs, South Dakota	$134,592
14	Summer Kosel	Glenham, South Dakota	$115,682
15	Jessica Routier	Buffalo, South Dakota	$118,974

Bareback Riding

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	Jayco Roper	Oktaha, Oklahoma	$127,968
2	Jess Pope	Waverly, Kansas	$127,048
3	Tim O’Connell	Zwingle, Iowa	$159,326
4	Dean Thompson	Altamont, Utah	$131,452
5	Leighton Berry	Weatherford, Texas	$157,955
6	Keenan Hayes	Hayden, Colorado	$265,896
7	Rocker Steiner	Weatherford, Texas	$143,123
8	Jacob Lees	Caldwell, Idaho	$117,808
9	Clayton Biglow	Clements, California	$162,738
10	Kade Sonnier	Carencro, Louisiana	$160,469
11	Richmond Champion	Stevensville, Montana	$111,688
12	Orin Larsen	Inglis, Manitoba	$147,237
13	Mason Clements	Spanish Fork, Utah	$126,166
14	Tanner Aus	Granite Falls, Minnesota	$119,897
15	Cole Reiner	Buffalo, Wyoming	$118,220

Steer Wrestlers

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	J.D. Struxness	Milan, Minnesota	$122,397
2	Dalton Massey	Hermiston, Oregon	$193,430
3	Don Payne	Stephenville, Texas	$84,612
4	Cody Devers	Balko, Oklahoma	$104,132
5	Dirk Tavenner	Rigby, Idaho	$107,839
6	Ty Erickson	Helena, Montana	$124,275
7	Jacob Talley	Keatchie, Louisiana	$101,453
8	Bridger Anderson	Carrington, North Dakota	$85,511
9	Will Lummus	Byhalia, Mississippi	$143,988
10	Stephen Culling	Fort St. John, British Columbia	$104,026
11	Jesse Brown	Baker, Oregon	$161,613
12	Stan Branco	Chowchilla, California	$98,290
13	Nick Guy	Sparta, Wisconsin	$98,290
14	Dakota Eldridge	Elko, Nevada	$116,048
15	Tyler Waguespack	Gonzales, Louisiana	$146,647

Team Roping Headers

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	Tanner Tomlinson	Angleton, Texas	$118,706
2	Andrew Ward	Edmond, Oklahoma	$114,765
3	Nelson Wyatt	Clanton, Alabama	$145,083
4	Clint Summers	Lake City, Florida	$100,522
5	Erich Rogers	Round Rock, Arizona	$119,654
6	Clay Smith	Broken Bow, Oklahoma	$103,154
7	Kaleb Driggers	Hoboken, Georgia	$160,145
8	Rhen Richard	Roosevelt, Utah	$123,484
9	Derrick Begay	Seba Dalkai, Arizona	$138,115
10	Jake Cooper Clay	Sapulpa, Oklahoma	$100,127
11	Luke Brown	Rock Hill, South Carolina	$97,752
12	Dustin Egusquiza	Marianna, Florida	$138,348
13	Tyler Wade	Terrell, Texas	$154,926
14	Marcus Theriot	Lumberton, Mississippi	$102,164
15	Coleman Proctor	Pryor, Oklahoma	$133,487

Team Roping Heelers

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	Hunter Koch	Vernon, Texas	$97,752
2	Cole Curry	Liberty, Mississippi	$94,987
3	Paul Eaves	Lonedell, Missouri	$120,005
4	Levi Lord	Sturgis, South Dakota	$138,348
5	Buddy Hawkins II	Stephenville, Texas	$114,765
6	Jonathan Torres	Ocala, Florida	$94,904
7	Tyler Worley	Berryville, Arkansas	$93,983
8	Patrick Smith	Lipan, Texas	$118,706
9	Junior Nogueira	Presidente Prudente, Sao Paulo, Brazil	$160,145
10	Wesley Thorp	Throckmorton, Texas	$172,153
11	Logan Medlin	Tatum, New Mexico	$133,487
12	Jeremy Buhler	Arrowood, Alberta	$123,484
13	Colter Todd	Wilcox, Arizona	$153,283
14	Jake Long	Coffeyville, Kansas	$114,024
15	Paden Bray	Stephenville, Texas	$98,556

Saddle Bronc Riders

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	Layton Green	Meeting Creek, Alberta	$136,829
2	Tanner Butner	Daniel, Wyoming	$135,289
3	Ryder Sanford	Sulphur, Louisiana	$125,388
4	Stetson Wright	Utah	$251,626
5	Wyatt Casper	Miami, Texas	$142,421
6	Lefty Holman	Visalia, California	$128,955
7	Brody Cress	Hillsdale, Wyoming	$132,743
8	Damian Brennan	Injune, Queensland, Australia	$129,744
9	Dawson Hay	Wildwood, Alberta	$155,974
10	Zeke Thurston	Big Valley, Alberta	$221,919
11	Kade Bruno	Challis, Idaho	$225,259
12	Ryder Wright	Beaver, Utah	$150,402
13	Sage Newman	Melstone, Montana	$247,264
14	Ben Andersen	Eckville, Alberta	$150,940
15	Chase Brooks	Deer Lodge, Montana	$139,221

Tie-Down Ropers

Back Number		Name	Hometown	Earnings
1		Shane Hanchey	Sulphur, Louisiana	$156,660
2		Cory Solomon	Prairie View, Texas	$129,106
3		Tuf Cooper	Decatur, Texas	$114,326
4		John Douch	Huntsville, Texas	$115,054
5		Ty Harris	San Angelo, Texas	$139,682
6		Beau Cooper	Stettler, Alberta	$117,417
7		Shad Mayfield	Clovis, New Mexico	$206,604
8		Kincade Henry	Mount Pleasant, Texas	$127,481
9		Hunter Herrin	Apache, Oklahoma	$114,552
10		Riley Webb	Denton, Texas	$280,405
11		Westyn Hughes	Caldwell, Texas	$136,447
12		Brushton Minton	Witter Springs, California	$116,551
13		Haven Meged	Miles City, Montana	$195,068
14		Caleb Smidt	Bellville, Texas	$133,128
15		Blane Cox	Cameron, Texas	$119,608

Bull Riders

Back Number	Name	Hometown	Earnings
1	Jared Parsonage	Maple Creek, Saskatchewan	$139,552
2	Ky Hamilton	Mackay, Queensland, Australia	$254,164
3	Jordan Hansen	Amisk, Alberta	$144,223
4	Sage Kimzey	Salado, Texas	$145,021
5	Cullen Telfer	Plant City, Florida	$128,245
6	Josh Frost	Randlett, Utah	$232,034
7	Tristen Hutchings	Monteview, Idaho	$181,192
8	Jeff Askey	Athens, Texas	$135,244
9	Hayes Weight	Goshen Utah	$154,695
10	T Parker	Winnie, Texas	$152,792
11	Trey Kimzey	Strong City, Oklahoma	$150,715
12	Cody Teel	Bryan, Texas	$135,671
13	Stetson Wright	Milford, Utah	$368,630
14	Creek Young	Rogersville, Missouri	$156,286
15	Trey Holston	Fort Scott, Kansas	$178,544

As the dust settles on the 2023 NFR, the stories of these top 15 contestants remain a testament to the spirit and resilience inherent in this esteemed sport.

Each back number represented a competitor in the arena and symbolized a unique hard work, dedication, and passion journey. As we reflect on their remarkable performances and the thrilling moments they provided, it’s clear that these athletes are not just participants in a sport but are custodians of a rich cultural legacy.

Their achievements at the NFR 2023 will inspire future generations of rodeo stars and continue to ignite the passion for this exhilarating sport in the hearts of fans around the world.