The Central Wyoming College Rustlers concluded their regular season with a standout performance at the University of Wyoming Rodeo, April 24–26, a weekend that served as a victory lap for a program now officially recognized as one of the best in the nation. The event was highlighted by top-tier individual finishes and the announcement of major regional honors for both athletes and coaching staff.

Laramie Results: Finishing Strong

The Rustlers maintained their competitive edge in Laramie, with three athletes securing high-profile placements:

• Cael Espenscheid led the way in the timed events, capturing 2nd place in Team Roping.

• In the Bareback Riding, the duo of Chaz Dewey and Eian Smith remained a force, finishing 5th and 6th place, respectively.

Regional Champions and National Qualifiers

Following the conclusion of the Laramie rodeo, the Central Rocky Mountain Region finalized the standings for the 2025-26 season. Central Wyoming College will be well-represented at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in Casper, Wyoming, June 14–20, with three athletes qualifying in their respective events:

• Cael Espenscheid: Crowned the Central Rocky Mountain Regional Champion in Team Roping.

• Colton Clymer: Secured his trip to the CNFR with a 2nd place regional finish in Bull Riding.

• Eian Smith: Earned his national qualification by finishing 3rd place in the region in Bareback Riding.

Schrock Named Regional Coach of the Year

The program's rapid ascent to the top of the leaderboards was officially recognized as CWC Head Coach Andrew Schrock was named the Central Rocky Mountain Region Coach of the Year. Under Schrock's leadership this season, the Rustlers have consistently placed on the podium, developed multiple regional champions, and fostered a culture of resilience that has the team peaking at exactly the right time.

"I couldn't be more happy and proud of this small but mighty team," Coach Schrock noted, "Thoughout our season they all grew and developed in life and the arena... these fine gentlemen will represent CWC well at the CNFR in June."

The Rustlers will now utilize the coming weeks to prepare for the national stage on their home turf in Wyoming.