Meet the Team Behind the Arena
The Canadian Finals Rodeo showcases Canada's top rodeo athletes, but many dedicated professionals work behind the scenes to make every performance possible.
Selected through the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA), these individuals bring decades of experience, professionalism, and expertise to Canada's championship rodeo.
Why Rodeo Personnel Matter
From judges and timers to bullfighters, veterinarians, pickup riders, and production crews, rodeo personnel help ensure every performance operates safely, fairly, and professionally for competitors, livestock, and fans alike.
Personnel Listing
ANNOUNCERS: Brett Gardiner, Doug Young
LAMMLES BULLFIGHTERS: Tanner Byrne, Kris Buffalo, Josh Haeberle
RODEO JUDGES: Bernie Rivet, Corey Prutton, Lane Peterson, Larry Adams, Perry Gurski, Wayne Resch, Will Stovall
RAM PICK UP MEN: Tyler Kraft, Stran Schlosser
RODEO SECRETARY: Catherine Laycraft
TIMERS: Karry Krystal, Brenda Vold
PHOTOGRAPHERS: Covy Moore, Billie-Jean Duff
COWBOY CHANNEL BROADCASTERS: Katy Lucas, Dave Poulsen, Robert Schmidt
RIDING EVENT CHUTE BOSS: Kyle Daines
TIMED EVENT CHUTE BOSS: Bob Wilson
ARENA OPERATIONS LEAD: Kail Ethier
LIVESTOCK SUPERINTENDENT: Ward Macza
CFR DIRECTOR: Amanda Frigon
SHOW CALLER: Dustin Edwards
VIDEO PRODUCTION: Feature Productions & Oilers Entertainment Group
SOUND and LIGHTING: Oilers Entertainment Group
OPENING CEREMONIES: Kalyn Van Horne
SCOREBOARD: Copper Top Live
MUSIC DIRECTOR: Shaun Morton
GROUND SUPERINTENDENT: OCD Earthworx
VETERINARIANS: Greg Evans, Moore Equine
* The Canadian Pro Rodeo Sport Medicine Team will also be in attendance.
