WPRA (Women's Professional Rodeo Association)

The Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) is the primary organization governing female professional rodeo athletes in the United States. It sets standards for competition, rules, and event organization, and maintains rankings and statistics. The WPRA oversees events like barrel racing and tie-down roping, providing women with opportunities to compete at national and international levels, including prominent competitions like the National Finals Rodeo. The organization promotes the sport, supports its members, and works to grow opportunities for women in the rodeo industry, fostering a competitive and professional environment within the sport.