Contract Acts 2026
Announcer
Stock Contractor
Announcer
Brent Jordan
Livingston, Montana
Brent is a third-generation PRCA announcer who grew up in a rodeo family and has been hooked on the sport his entire life. With a natural feel for the action and a deep respect for rodeo tradition, he brings energy, insight, and authenticity to every performance. His voice and passion have made him a trusted presence at rodeos across the country.
Barrelman
Stock Contractor
Announcer
Donnie Landis
Gooding, ID
Donnie is a fourth-generation rodeo cowboy who entered the arena at age four helping his dad with clown acts. He began clowning and fighting bulls at 12 and turned professional at 18. Donnie has worked top rodeos including the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, Pendleton Round-Up, Houston, Calgary Stampede, Reno, and Salinas. In 1997, he became the first miniature bucking bull contractor and continues today as a cowboy clown and entertainer.
Stock Contractor
Stock Contractor
Stock Contractor
Tri-State Rodeo Company
Burns, Oregon
Tri State Rodeo Company has been bringing top-notch action to Mountain High Broncs and Bulls since 2018. As an ICA Prime Contractor, WSRRA Producer, and CCT Contractor, they’re known for their professionalism and powerhouse bucking stock. From seasoned pros to novice and youth riders, Tri State keeps the arena electric and the crowd on the edge of their seats.
Judges
Rick Leeper
Emmett, Idaho
Johnny Wilson
Clearwater, Idaho
Ron Hall
Enterprise, Oregon
BULL FIGHTERS
Austin Williams
Eagle, Idaho
Austin Williams is one of the Northwest’s most accomplished rodeo athletes, earning recognition as a 10-time ICA Bullfighter of the Year and 5-time ICA Bareback Riding Champion. Known for his toughness, grit, and dedication to the sport, Austin has built a reputation as both an elite competitor and a trusted protector in the arena. Whether he’s matching moves with a rank bull or putting himself in harm’s way to protect a fallen rider, Austin brings professionalism and passion to every performance. Outside of rodeo, he and his wife raise bucking bulls while building a strong western legacy with their three children.
Buster Harmon
Vale, Oregon
Buster Harmon is one of western sports’ rising stars, competing in the Ultimate Bullfighters (UBF), Idaho Cowboys Association (ICA), and bull riding events across the Northwest. Known for his fearless style and cowboy protection skills, Buster has quickly earned a reputation as a respected lifesaver in the arena. Whether facing a bull head-on in freestyle competition or protecting fallen riders, he’s always in the center of the storm when the action heats up. Outside the arena, Buster partners with his father, JC, raising bucking bulls and fighting cattle.
Pick up men
Brandon Clark
Keating Valley, Oregon
Brandon Clark is one of the Northwest’s most trusted rodeo pickup men and a true guardian of the dirt. A former champion rider and winner of the iconic Mountain High Broncs & Bulls Red Corvette in 2015, Brandon transitioned from competitor to protector, dedicating his career to keeping riders safe when the action gets wild. His fearless instincts, split-second decision-making, and steady presence have earned him nine consecutive ICA Pickup Man of the Year titles and respect throughout the rodeo industry. When the dust flies and the baddest broncs and bulls are bucking, Brandon is always in the center of the action.
Kent Batton
Drewsey, Oregon
Kent Batton is an Idaho native and one of the Pacific Northwest’s elite and fastest-rising pickup men. A former roughstock competitor, Kent has transitioned into a trusted guardian of the arena, known for his horsemanship, professionalism, and ability to be exactly where he’s needed when the action turns intense. His growing resume includes rodeos of every level, from junior events to professional performances, and earned him a selection as a pickup man for the 2025 ICA Finals. A former Mountain High Broncs & Bulls contestant, Kent returns this year on the other side of the arena as one of the region’s top pickup men, ready to step into the center of the action when riders need him most.
Tony Jardine
Twin Falls, Idaho
Tony Jardine has spent a lifetime dedicated to the horse industry and the western way of life. A 5-time World Champion Cowboy Mounted Shooter and accomplished competitor in multiple western disciplines, Tony has built a reputation for excellence both in and out of the arena. As a retired firefighter and professional PRCA pickup man, his mission has always been the same: keeping people safe when the stakes are highest. Known for his experience, horsemanship, and servant-minded approach, Tony is the kind of cowboy riders can count on when the dust flies and the action turns intense. When the broncs are bucking and the bulls are spinning, Tony will be right in the center of the storm, caring for both cowboy and animal athletes.
PHOTOGRAPHERS
NP Ranch Images
Emma Folz Photography
Emma Folz Photography
Paul Freidel
Lostine, Oregon
Paul Freidel is a photographer specializing in the natural beauty and rural heritage of Northeast Oregon. His work highlights dynamic landscapes, authentic moments, and the connection between people, animals, and the land. A University of Washington photography graduate and member of the Professional Photographers of Oregon, he serves as the official photographer for Chief Joseph Days Rodeo and Mountain High Broncs and Bulls Rodeo. His images have appeared in Chronicle of the Horse, Western Horseman, and other publications. Paul was recently awarded Best in Show and the People’s Choice Award at the Wallowa County Festival of the Arts. He offers a large archive of high-resolution images suitable for businesses, galleries, or vacation rentals.
Emma Folz Photography
Emma Folz Photography
Emma Folz Photography
Emma Folz
Walla Walla, Washington
Emma Folz is a professional rodeo photographer based in the Pacific Northwest, capturing the grit, heart, and tradition of the western lifestyle. With spending much time shooting for many rodeo associations including the NIRA, NPRA, and PRCA, she has a deep respect for the sport and the athletes who live it. Emma is known for her bold, action-packed images and her commitment to preserving the stories of rodeo—both in and out of the arena. Her work isn’t just about photography—it’s about honoring the lifestyle and sharing it with the world.