The Resistol Rookie of the Year winners have been determined in all but one event and we look back at some of the best moments of their successful seasons.
With three rookies qualifying for the NFR in the bull riding — Parker McCowen, Colten Fritzlan, and Ky Hamilton — the race for the Bull Riding Rookie of the Year will continue through the finals.
Bareback rider Cole Reiner is the only other rookie to qualifier for the NFR, finishing the season No. 12 in the World Standings, meaning he’s already secured the Bareback Rookie of the Year title. Joining him as one of this year’s top-earning rookies in each event:
2020 RESISTOL ROOKIES OF THE YEAR
Bareback Riding: Cole Reiner
Steer Wrestling: Gabe Swallow
Team Roping, Header: Tanner Tomlinson
Team Roping, Heeler: Clay Futrell
Tie-Down Roping: Luke Potter
Saddle Bronc Riding: Riggin Smith
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