62nd Annual Southwest Texas College Rodeo Draws Thrilling Competition to Uvalde

Uvalde, TX, October 17, 2024 - The 62nd Annual Southwest Texas College Rodeo brought top-tier collegiate rodeo action to the Uvalde County Fairplex Rodeo Arena as part of the Southern Region of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA). Athletes from 13 colleges and universities in the Southern Region competed in a variety of events, showcasing their skill, grit, and determination over three action-packed days.
 
The rodeo, held October 3-5, was the second event of the fall rodeo season. Competitors engaged in classic rodeo events, with men competing in bareback bronc riding, calf roping, steer wrestling, saddle bronc riding, team roping, and bull riding. On the women’s side, events included barrel racing, breakaway roping, and goat tying—all featuring intense performances and high-level competition.
 
Both the Southwest Texas College men’s and women’s teams demonstrated skill and resilience in the competition, earning spots in the top 10.
 
Men's Team: 5th Place – 260 points
Women's Team: 8th Place – 70 points
 
Blaze Wyatt Byler led the men’s team with an impressive showing in multiple events, finishing as the Men’s All-Around Champion with a total of 150 points. His success helped drive the SWTX men's team to a 5th-place finish overall.
 
Notable SWTX Individual Results
 
Men’s Events
Men's All-Around Champion
1st Place: Blaze Wyatt Byler – 150 points
 
Tie-Down Roping
3rd Place: Blaze Wyatt Byler – 18.9 seconds
5th Place: Tyler Jarrard Calhoun – No time recorded
 
Steer Wrestling
6th Place: Blaze Wyatt Byler – 16.5 seconds
 
Team Roping (Header)
1st Place: Klinton Slade Wood – 13.0 seconds
 
Team Roping (Heeler)
4th Place: Misael Hernandez Jr. – 16.7 seconds
7th Place: Jayse Roland Tettenhorst – No time recorded
 
Women’s Events
 
Barrel Racing
5th Place: Natalia Ramirez – 37.47 seconds
7th Place: Alissa Lee Flores – 37.76 seconds
 
Goat Tying
9th Place: Riley Jo Cheatham – 16.0 seconds
 
The Southwest Texas College Rodeo has long been a staple in the collegiate rodeo scene, bringing together athletes and fans for a weekend of high-energy competition. Each year, the event draws large crowds and showcases the dedication and passion of young rodeo athletes.
 
The 62nd Annual Rodeo was no exception, with participants displaying remarkable talent in front of enthusiastic fans at the Uvalde County Fairplex. With this event in the books, SWTX athletes and teams are looking ahead to future competitions in the NIRA Southern Region.
 
Southwest Texas College takes pride in its rodeo program, which has built a reputation for developing talented athletes who perform both regionally and nationally. Congratulations to all the athletes who competed, and thank you to everyone who came out to support this celebrated tradition.
 
For more information about the SWTX Rodeo Program or upcoming events, visit our website or follow us on social media.