Reined cow horse’s most demanding test meets some of the biggest names in rodeo when the NRCHA Foundation presents Big Guns in Cowtown on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, and all the action is being streamed on Ride TV.
The fence-only showcase brings 22 rodeo athletes to the historic Cowtown Coliseum in the Fort Worth Stockyards, each teamed with an NRCHA Professional to benefit the NRCHA Foundation and athlete-selected charities. At the time of press, more than $100,000 has been raised for charities.
Fans who can’t make it to Fort Worth can watch every run on Ride TV through a pay-per-view package. No Ride TV membership is required.
About Big Guns in Cowtown
Big Guns in Cowtown is the NRCHA Foundation’s newest fundraiser, created to preserve Western heritage, grow the sport of reined cow horse, and introduce it to new audiences all while raising money for great causes.
More than $100,000 has been pledged in charitable donations, half of it going to athlete-selected charities.
The winning athlete-and-coach team takes home $25,000, with $10,000 for second place and $5,000 for third.
The event takes place inside the historic Cowtown Coliseum. For cow horse fans, it’s a chance to see their sport’s signature event through a rodeo athlete’s eyes.
Broadcast Schedule and How to Watch
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026
- 6:30 p.m. CDT: Pre-show begins streaming
- 8 p.m. CDT: Event begins streaming
Big Guns in Cowtown streams on Ride TV as a pay-per-view event. The package is $39.95, and no Ride TV membership is required. Purchase it at bit.ly/BigGuns_Stream.
Watch the Big Guns in Cowtown stream.
Attend in Person
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. at Cowtown Coliseum, 121 E. Exchange Ave., Fort Worth, Texas. Tickets are available through AXS. Supporters can also give to the NRCHA Foundation directly.
EQN Sports’ Amy Wilson Visits with NRCHA Foundation Chairwoman Chelsea Edsall
Meet the Rodeo Athletes
Hailey Kinsel
Four-Time WPRA World Champion Barrel Racer
Coached by NRCHA Professional Abbie Phillips, Cotulla, Texas, barrel racer Hailey Kinsel won world titles in 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2022. She has qualified for nine straight NFRs (2017 to 2025) and has won more than $2 million in her career. Her big wins include The American (2017), Calgary (2018) and Reno (2024, 2025).
Joseph Harrison, a renowned NFR Team Roping Heeler and Rope-Horse Trainer, has had a remarkable career in the rodeo world. Coached by NRCHA Professional Matt Koch, he made his mark by qualifying for six straight NFRs starting in 2017. In addition to his roping skills, Joseph also excels in training rope-horse futurity horses. His dedication and talent were evident when he became the first roper to surpass $1 million in American Rope Horse Futurity Association earnings in the summer of 2025.
On the other hand, Luke Branquinho, a Five-Time PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestler, has had a stellar career under the guidance of NRCHA Professional Todd Crawford. Hailing from Los Alamos, Calif., Luke clinched world titles in 2004, 2008, 2011, 2012, and 2014, solidifying his reputation as a top-tier athlete in the sport. With 14 NFR qualifications to his name, Luke also holds the record for the most NFR steer wrestling round wins (25) and has secured three NFR average titles. In recognition of his outstanding achievements, he was rightfully inducted into the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in 2023.
Meanwhile, J.D. Struxness, the 2024 PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestler from Milan, Minn., has been a force to be reckoned with in the rodeo circuit. Coached by NRCHA Professional Clay Volmer, J.D. clinched the prestigious world title in 2024, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination. With seven NFR qualifications under his belt from 2016 to 2025, J.D. has consistently proven himself as a top contender in the sport. His crowning achievement came in 2016 when he was named the college national champion for Northwestern Oklahoma State.
These talented athletes, including the likes of Clayton Hass, Sage Newman, Wyatt Casper, Ben Andersen, Tilden Hooper, Jacob Lees, J.R. Vezain, Clayton Sellars, and Chancey Williams, have all left an indelible mark on the rodeo world with their exceptional skill, dedication, and passion for the sport. Their achievements and accolades serve as a testament to their hard work and commitment to excellence in their respective disciplines. following sentence: “The cat climbed up the tree and got stuck.”
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