Montana Western Women Win, Men Take Second at Miles City Rodeo

MILES CITY, Mont. — The Montana Western women’s rodeo team claimed the team title, while the men’s team finished second at the first of two rodeos hosted by Miles Community College over the weekend.

It was a strong showing across the board for the Bulldogs, highlighted by all-around titles from Jeremy Kay on the men’s side and Tavy Leno for the women.

“We’re super excited about the women’s team victory,” head coach JT Robbins said. “They’ve put themselves back in contention for the CFR. Very happy with what we did as a team overall.”

The Bulldogs captured two event wins in the short go and three average titles, showcasing depth and consistency throughout the rodeo.

Tynell McInenly led the way in breakaway roping, winning both the short go and the average. On the men’s side, Cooper Pavkov and Jake Deveraux secured a short go victory in team roping.

Additional average winners included Cardell Laughery in saddle bronc and Gavin Knutson in bull riding.

Kay turned in a standout performance in bareback and bull riding, placing first in the long go bull riding with a 76-point ride and finishing second in both rounds of bareback to take second in the average.

Western’s dominance in breakaway roping was evident, placing four athletes in the top six of the short go. Alongside McInenly, Taylor Burgee, Kelsi Costello, and Leno all contributed key points.

In saddle bronc, Laughery led a strong group effort with a first-place average finish, while teammates Randon Boyce and Chase Martin also placed in the top five.

The Bulldogs also saw solid performances in goat tying, barrel racing, and team roping, with Leno adding a second-place finish in the average team roping alongside Clay Pendergrass.

Montana Western returns to action this weekend in Miles City for the second rodeo hosted by Miles Community College.