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Monday, June 14, 2021

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University rough stock specialists had a good opening weekend at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo.

Bull rider Cullen Telfer posted a first-round 78 for third place in the overall standings. Saddle bronc rider Jake Barnes rang up a 77.5 for fourth.

Steer wrestler Walt Arnold, breakaway ropers Sarah Angelone and Maddy Deerman, and goat tyer Rickie Engesser round out Tarleton’s delegation.

The CNFR continues through this week with the championship finals Saturday.

A founding member of The Texas A&M System, Tarleton State University is breaking records — in enrollment, research, scholarship, athletics, philanthropy and engagement — while transforming the lives of approximately 18,000 students in Stephenville, Fort Worth, Waco, Bryan and online. For 125 years, Tarleton State has been committed to accessible higher education opportunities for all while helping students grow academically, socially and professionally through programs that emphasize real world learning and address regional, state and national needs.