By Charlotte Morritt-Jacobs - (@morrittjacobs on Twitter)

Can-Am Pro Rodeo Challenge Quickly Approaching

Aug 15, 2016 | 11:44 AM

LETHBRIDGE – The New Whoop-Up Days Rodeo, Bucking & Barrels Can-Am Pro Challenge is less than two weeks away.

Many well known rodeo names have accepted the invitation to attend the inaugural event such as Saddle Bronc World Campion’s Luke Butterfield and Jesse Kruse, and bullriding champions, Jason Parsonage and Tyler Pankewitz.

Lethbridge barrel racer Raylee Edwards and Brooks barrel racer Lynette Brodoway will compete against contestants from across North America.

Marketing Manager of Exhibition Park, Doug Kryzanowski, expressed excitement when he said that the format was changed to give rodeo fans more entertainment.

“This is pro from the word go, and it will be a rocking good time for the rodeo fans while cheering for Canada every night to beat the USA team.”

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Format categories include Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Ladies Barrel Racing and Bull Riding.

Four Canadian and four American cowboys and Lady Barrel Racers in each division will compete, with a champion every night in each division.

Bucking and Barrels Can-Am Pro Challenge performances will go on Thursday August 25, Friday August 26 and Saturday, August 27.

All performances are at 7:30 p.m. at the Exhibition Park Grandstand.

Advance tickets are available at Gas King locations in Lethbridge and Picture Butte up until midnight August 22.