Saddle up for three nights of rodeo action at the UAM Weevil Stampede, Oct. 16-18
September 22, 2025
By Traci Rushing
U of A System Division of Agriculture
Fast Fact:
- The 2025 Weevil Stampede, UAM’s annual rodeo, is scheduled for October 16-18 with nightly performances at 7pm
- Events include barrel racing, team roping, breakaway roping, goat tying, calf roping, steer wrestling, bull riding and bronc riding
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MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello is bringing three nights of adrenaline-fueled rodeo action to town with the 2025 Weevil Stampede set for October 16 through 18 at the UAM Truck Driving Academy on Highway 425 South. Performances begin each night at 7 p.m.
Collegiate athletes from across the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s Ozark Region will compete in events including barrel racing, team roping, breakaway roping, goat tying, calf roping, steer wrestling, bull riding and bronc riding.
“Spectators will get to see hometown kids performing and doing what they love,” said Ali Jo Cruce, UAM Rodeo Team member and South Arkansas native. “It’s such a thrill to watch fast-paced timed events and the scoring events like bareback riding - there’s something for everyone!”
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6–12 and free for children 5 and under. UAM students with a valid ID can attend for $5.
For Cruce, the Weevil Stampede is a special tradition for community members of all ages.
“My favorite thing about our home rodeo is getting to go to the elementary and middle schools and wave at all the kids in the mornings,” said Cruce. “Seeing their faces light up when they spot the horses makes my day!”
Rusty Jones, UAM’s rodeo coach, encouraged the community to come out and support the athletes.
“The Weevil Stampede is one of the highlights of our season,” said Jones. “Our students put in countless hours of practice, and this is their chance to showcase their hard work in front of family, friends and fans. We’re proud to bring top collegiate rodeo talent to Monticello and provide great entertainment for the community.”
Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6–12 and free for children 5 and under. UAM students with a valid ID can attend for $5. For more information about the UAM Weevil Stampede, call 870-460-1052.
About the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources and the Arkansas Forest Resources Center
The College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources, and the Arkansas Forest Resources Center, a University of Arkansas System Center of Excellence, brings together interdisciplinary expertise through a partnership between the University of Arkansas at Monticello and the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture. The College and Center are headquartered at the University of Arkansas at Monticello campus, but their programs range statewide with the mission of developing and delivering teaching, research, and extension programs that enhance and ensure the sustainability and productivity of forest-based natural resources and agricultural systems. Academic programs are delivered by the College of Forestry, Agriculture, and Natural Resources through the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Through the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, research is administered by the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, and extension and outreach activities are coordinated by the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service.
Pursuant to 7 CFR § 15.3, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services (including employment) without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual preference, pregnancy or any other legally protected status, and is an equal opportunity institution.
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Media Contact:
Traci Rushing
trushing@uada.edu
870-460-1852