Xtreme Bulls coming to Sisters

Sisters Rodeo has been sanctioned to host a night of Xtreme Bulls, a bullriding-only event, on Wednesday, June 6, 2012.

After the event, there will be a Rodeo Dance at the rodeo grounds.

"We are very excited about adding this night of bullriding competition to the rodeo," said arena manager and board member, John Leavitt. "We expect it to become very popular with the fans of bullriding."

Bullriding has become the most popular event for fans of rodeo. Twenty PRCA rodeos across the nation will participate in this competition beginning in Fort Worth, Texas, and including San Antonio, Oklahoma City and Ellensburg.

Sisters Rodeo believes the timing is right for this to become a regular event at the rodeo, coinciding with Xtreme Bulls in Union, Oregon and just ahead of the event at Reno Rodeo the following week.

"This makes it easier for bullriders to travel without having to crisscross the country," explained Leavitt.

Money earned in Xtreme Bulls counts toward Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association world standings, which determines the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifiers. The total national purse for this event is $525,000, with Sisters awarding $10,000 in purse monies.

Tickets for Xtreme Bulls are $20, with available box-seat tickets at $30 and plaza seats at $50 for the 2012 initial series. There are no discounts or reduced prices for this premier event.

Sisters Rodeo is considering sponsorships for this special event. Call President G.J. Milller at 541-549-6691 for sponsorship information.

Sisters PRCA Rodeo will feature five performances on June 6-10. For ticket information, call 541-549-0121or 800-827-7522 or go to www.sistersrodeo.com.