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RODEO: Stars making their way to Pecos
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· June 19, 2026
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Key takeaway The regular season, which lasts 12 months, is set to begin on October 1.
Rodeo competitors are gearing up for a long season ahead. The regular season, which lasts 12 months, is set to begin on October 1. The season will conclude the following September, at which point the top 15 competitors in the world standings will advance to the next level.
Further details about the rodeo world championship and its schedule are available from the Odessa American, including information about the National Finals Rodeo, which takes place in Las Vegas each December.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 19, 2026 ·
Source: Odessa American (oaoa.com) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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