From Student Night on Thursday, February 19 through Championship Sunday on February 22, the 156th Silver Spurs Rodeo once again proved why it is the largest professional rodeo east of the Mississippi — delivering four unforgettable performances filled with world-class competition, family tradition, patriotism, and community pride inside the Silver Spurs Arena. The 156th Silver Spurs Rodeo was sponsored by Experience Kissimmee and Kisselback Ford in St. Cloud.
Student Night kicked off rodeo week in a big way, as Osceola students and teachers were able to attend the rodeo at no charge — filling the arena with excitement, school spirit, and the next generation of rodeo fans.
Throughout the four-performance run, the arena was packed as fans experienced some of the very best professional rodeo action in the country, culminating in a thrilling Championship Sunday where the top competitors battled for bragging rights and a share of the $188,147 total payoff. The week prior, the Silver Spurs Club hosted the Silver Spurs Rodeo Parade and its Monster Bulls event.
World-Class Competition in the Silver Spurs Dirt
The all-around cowboy title went to Wacey Schalla with $2,402 earned in bareback riding and bull riding.
Bareback riding was won by Keenan Hayes with 87 points on Generations Pro Rodeo’s Doughboy, earning $5,147.
Steer wrestling featured a tie at the top, with Stetson Jorgensen and Gavin Soileau each clocking 3.7 seconds to split $3,873.
In team roping, Jr. Dees and Landen Glenn captured first place with a blazing 4.1-second run.
Saddle bronc riding saw a tie between Bryett Larsen on Generations Pro Rodeo’s Tequila Sunrise and James Perrin on Shamus, each scoring 86 points.
Cole Clemons claimed tie-down roping in 8.4 seconds, while Margo Crowther won barrel racing with a 15.84-second run.
Bull riding brought the crowd to its feet as Mason Moody delivered a spectacular 90-point ride aboard Big Rafter Rodeo’s Sorry Sam to take the win and $4,991.
The total payoff for the rodeo reached $188,147. The Silver Spurs Club served as stock contractor, alongside sub-contractors Generations Pro Rodeo, McCoy Rodeo, Big Water Pro Rodeo, Remey Parrott, Justin Yost, Jason Hanchey, and Big Rafter Rodeo.
Tradition, Patriotism, and Generations of Excellence
Each performance began with a moving patriotic tribute as 2025 Miss Silver Spurs Jasmine Livingston reverently ushered in the Stars and Stripes on horseback. Rodeo announcer Greg Simas then led the crowd in prayer and words of encouragement, setting the tone for an evening rooted in faith, freedom, and western heritage.
All three Silver Spurs Quadrille teams — Pee Wees, Juniors, and Adults — returned to the arena floor, showcasing precision horsemanship and the generational pride that defines the Silver Spurs tradition. Their performances remain a highlight for many fans and a symbol of the club’s deep-rooted commitment to preserving rodeo heritage.
St. Cloud Police Highlight Innovation and Service
In a dramatic opening segment, the St. Cloud Police Department showcased its Drone First Response program, K-9 unit, and SWAT team — including a thrilling rappel from the Silver Spurs Arena rafters. St. Cloud Police Chief Doug Goerke joined his officers in descending from the ceiling, underscoring the unity and teamwork that defines the department.
“On behalf of the men and women you saw here tonight from the St. Cloud Police Department — and all of the deputies and officers who work every day to help keep our amazing community safe — thank you for your support,” Chief Goerke said. “We’re honored to serve you, and we appreciate everything you do for us as we do for you. May God bless you all, and thank you to the Silver Spurs for having us be part of this special night.”
The segment was a powerful display of partnership between public safety and the community.
Sunday Morning’s Most Meaningful Tradition: The Special Rodeo
Before Championship Sunday began, the Silver Spurs Club hosted what many members consider their favorite rodeo of the year — the Special Rodeo.
The arena filled with smiles as young participants experienced what it feels like to be a rodeo cowboy or cowgirl, surrounded by Silver Spurs members, rodeo queens from across the United States and Canada, and a community that shows up with heart. It is a reminder that the Silver Spurs Club is not only in the community — it is part of the community.
During the Special Rodeo, Miss Silver Spurs Jasmine Livingston led a touching tribute honoring Oaklynn Rae Domer, the 3-year-old daughter of 10-time Women’s Professional Rodeo Association World Champion Kelsie Domer and her husband, Ryan.
The Silver Spurs Club and the Miss Silver Spurs Organization joined the rodeo community across the nation in remembering Oaklynn and lifting the Domer family in prayer, strength, and love during an unimaginable loss.
“The rodeo family is more than a sport — it is a community that stands together in moments of celebration and in times of sorrow,” Miss Silver Spurs Jasmine Livingston shared during the tribute. “Today, we stand with the Domer family.”
It was a solemn yet beautiful moment that reflected the heart of rodeo — unity, compassion, and unwavering support.
The Tradition Rides On
Reflecting on the week, Silver Spurs Club Big Boss Kaye Whaley expressed gratitude to the community.
“What an incredible performance we’ve had for our 156th Silver Spurs Rodeo this February,” Whaley said. “It has truly been a great four-day show, and we are so thankful to everyone who came out to be part of it. A special thank you to Experience Kissimmee and Kisselback Ford for sponsoring this event — we couldn’t do it without them, and we certainly couldn’t do it without our fans. Thank you all, and we’ll see you back in June.”
The Silver Spurs Rodeo returns to Osceola County on Friday, June 5 and Saturday, June 6, with tickets going on sale in March.
As the dust settles on another historic rodeo week, one thing remains certain — the Silver Spurs tradition continues to ride strong in Osceola County.
