Current Circuit News
Congratulations to the 2022 Great Lakes Circuit Finals Contract Personnel Selections:
  • Announcer: Roger Mooney
  • Barrelman: John Harrison
  • Bullfighters: Miles Jones and Nicholas Kaup
  • Music Director: Ashley Mooney
  • Pick Up Man: Josh Edwards and Tommy Pettit
  • Secretary: Courtney Morehead
  • Timer: Martha Martin and Kris Fleener
  • Specialty Act: Jerry Thornton
  • Arena Director: Andy Hilton
We look forward to seeing everyone in Louisville!!
Reminder to pay your Circuit Fee!
$25 due prior to June 30th.
Increase goes into effect July 1 and before August 31st to $100.  
After September1, the fee is $150.  
This must be paid before you will receive your back number/packet at GLCF.

Make check payable to GLC Awards.  
Mail to: Wayne Knutson 4050 Highway U Clifton Hill MO 65244
About the Circuit
The Great Lakes Pro Rodeo Circuit is a part of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA). It is a non-profit organization which recognizes the weekend or part-time rodeo cowboy. This recognition is accomplished by contestants earning points at PRCA approved rodeos within a determined geographical area deemed “the circuit”. The Great Lakes Circuit includes the states of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
The top twelve contestants in each of eight events are then qualified to compete at the championship rodeo or “the finals”. The Finals have been held in Louisville, Ky. every year since 1979 during the North American International Livestock Exposition. 2018 marked the 40th year.
Cowboys and Cowgirls compete in 9 events including:
  • Bareback
  • Saddle Bronc
  • Bull Riding
  • Tie Down Roping
  • Steer Wrestling
  • Team Roping (Heading and Heeling)
  • Woman's Barrel Racing (in association with the WPRA)
  • Breakaway Roping (in association with the WPRA)
Cowboys presenting Old Glory
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How it works...
Cowboys and Cowgirls compete at rodeos in their designated circuit throughout the rodeo season. At the end of the season, the top 12 contestants in each event earn a spot at that circuits finals rodeo. They compete for prize money and year end awards such as buckles and saddles as well as a chance to earn a trip to the NFR Open powered by Ram.

Most circuit contestants rodeo part time and the circuit system gives them a chance to follow their dreams, compete amongst their friends and not have to travel to all ends of the country. Those that want to go farther can compete throughout the country for a chance at a spot at the National Finals Rodeo. The Great Lakes Circuit has produced a number of World Champion Cowboys and Cowgirls over the years...competition in this circuit is as tough as it gets!