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A member of the rodeo team attempts to rope a calf at the 2022 Jackrabbit Stampede rodeo.

Jackrabbit Stampede returns to Swiftel Center

Jaycie Forbes, Reporter March 28, 2023

The Jackrabbit Stampede Rodeo returns to the Swiftel Center Friday and Saturday. Rodeo action kicks off at 7:30 p.m. Friday, with events continuing into Saturday starting at 1:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Fifteen...

Event attendees honor the SDSU rodeo team at previous Buckles and Bling fundraiser in Club 71 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. Last year’s Buckles and Bling had 275 people in attendance and raised over $28,000.

SDSU rodeo team’s ‘Buckles and Bling’ event kicks off Jackrabbit Stampede

Jessica Kott, Reporter March 28, 2023

The SDSU rodeo team is getting ready for the ninth annual Buckles and Bling fundraiser Thursday in Club 71 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. The event is geared toward kicking off the Jackrabbit Stampede,...

$10M SDSU indoor rodeo arena bill passes first committee

Annie Reinke, Reporter February 14, 2023

A state Senate bill that would allow South Dakota State University to build a $10 million indoor rodeo practice facility passed through the Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee late last week with...

Seth Gaikowski, a freshman on the rodeo team,  competes in tie-down roping and team roping. Gaikowski is 2nd in the region for team roping and 14th for tie-downs.

Freshman roper ready for 2023 season

Shelby Lang, Reporter February 7, 2023

The young cowboy waits patiently in the box. Gathering a plan of action and success. His nerves are intense. His mind is focused. Then nods his head and it’s game time. Time starts ticking. Every...

Swiftel Center to host PRCA Rodeo Friday and Saturday

Swiftel Center to host PRCA Rodeo Friday and Saturday

Jenna Paul, Reporter November 1, 2022

Tickets are on sale now for the two-night Brookings PRCA Rodeo at the Swiftel Center on Friday, and Saturday. Rodeo coach Ron Skovly said four of the athletes participating are members of the SDSU rodeo...

Stampede rodeo makes its return

Stampede rodeo makes its return

Chloe Risse, Reporter April 5, 2022

​​The Swiftel Center staff and the South Dakota State University Rodeo Team have both been working hard to prepare for the 66th annual Jackrabbit Stampede. There is a lot of excitement for the rodeo,...

SA in brief: Jack’s Cupboard and return of rodeo

SA in brief: Jack’s Cupboard and return of rodeo

Jacob Boyko, News Editor (He/Him) February 1, 2022

During the South Dakota State University Students’ Association meeting Jan. 31, senators were addressed by representatives from Jack’s Cupboard, the Rodeo Cub and the Gender and Sexuality Alliance....

Jacey Hupp back in the saddle for her final SDSU Rodeo season

Jacey Hupp back in the saddle for her final SDSU Rodeo season

Ariana Schumaher, Reporter (She/her) January 13, 2021

Rodeo has always been a way of life for Jacey  Hupp.  She grew up in the saddle, alongside her siblings Cassy Hunter, Trevor Hupp and Tarin  Hupp, attending horse play dates and later starting her...

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