About this episode

Statler Wright shares his journey to becoming the 2025 World Champion Saddle Bronc Rider, discussing personal and family challenges along the way.

2025 World Champion Saddle Bronc Rider Statler Wright joins NFR Extra for a candid conversation about the little moments that added up to his first gold buckle. From last-minute rodeo entries and competing just days after becoming a dad to winning the world title by the narrowest of margins, Statler shares the stories that shaped his championship season. He also opens up about life inside the legendary Wright family, balancing rodeo with his growing family, and why the year after winning a gold buckle may be more challenging than he ever expected. Filled with family stories, laughs, and an honest look at the highs and humbling moments of rodeo, this episode shows a different side of one of the sport's newest World Champions.

People in this episode

Guest: Statler Wright

Topics covered

• saddle bronc riding
• championship stories
• family dynamics
• rodeo life
• personal challenges

Keywords

• Statler Wright
• saddle bronc rider
• rodeo
• championship
• family
• gold buckle
• PRCA

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Wrangler National Finals Rodeo

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