The 2024-2025 Team Cavender’s Athletes
For over half a century, Cavender’s has not only brought you the best in Western Wear but also continues to give back to the Cowboy community. We’re committed to keeping the traditions and values of the Western way of life alive and well by supporting the sport of Rodeo. Sponsorships like that of local ranch rodeos or the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo help preserve our cowboy culture for generations to come. However, there is nothing more rewarding than supporting the people behind the roaring crowds, championship buckles, and highly decorated chaps: the athletes.
5 years ago, we took our first step in fostering the future of Rodeo by founding Team Cavender’s Youth Rodeo team. These high school athletes range in age from 14 to 18. Through their dedication to their craft and exceptional character they inspire others to achieve greatness. Every year, we carefully select athletes to not only represent Cavender’s in the arena but in their lives as well. This team has worked diligently for numerous awards and titles, but what we’d like to highlight is their unwavering strength in the face of adversity, their leadership, their kind hearts, and their community involvement.
The future of Rodeo is bright with this all-star team. Over the years our Team Cavender’s athletes have collectively held impressive titles such as world championships, national championships, state titles, and countless other esteemed awards. These high school athletes, ranging in age, represent 11 event disciplines. Originating from Texas, New Mexico, Tennessee, Kansas, Florida, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, each and every one of these kids brings something special to the team.
“This year, we will have a roster of 22 athletes, with ten of these athletes being our class of 2025 seniors. These athletes have become a part of the Cavender’s family, and we can’t wait to see what they accomplish on and off the dirt,” says Sydney Shepard, Cavender’s Athlete Relations, and Event Specialist.
Cavender’s is honored to introduce to you our 2024-2025 Team Cavender’s Athletes!
HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
 Hometown: Baldwin City, Kansas Events: Barrel Racing |  Hometown: Clovis, New Mexico Events: Tie Down Roping |
 Hometown: Madisonville, Texas Events: Tie Down Roping |  Hometown: Millington, Tennessee Events: Steer Wrestling, |
 Hometown: Mount Pleasant, Texas Events: Barrel Racing, Pole Bending |  Hometown: Lufkin, Texas Events: Barrel Racing, Pole Bending |
 Hometown: Larue, Texas Events: Saddle Bronc, |  Hometown: Bennington, Oklahoma Events: Tie Down Roping |
 Hometown: Canyon, Texas Events: Breakaway Roping, |  Hometown: Weatherford, Texas Events: Tie Down Roping, |
HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS
 Hometown: Ponder, Texas Events: Barrel Racing, |  Hometown: Moore Haven, Florida Events: Breakaway Roping |
 Hometown: Tell, Texas Events: Breakaway Roping, |  Hometown: Batesville, Arkansas Events: Barrel Racing |
 Hometown: Haskell, Oklahoma Events: Breakaway Roping |  Hometown: Hillsboro, Texas Events: Breakaway Roping, |
 Hometown: Rio Vista, Texas Events: Bareback |
HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES
 Hometown: Ravenna, Texas Events: Barrel Racing, |  Hometown: Weimar, Texas Events: Team Roping, |
 Hometown: Ada, Oklahoma Events: Barrel Racing, |
HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMEN
 Hometown: San Antonio, Texas Events: Bareback |  Hometown: Wills Point, Texas Events: Breakaway Roping, |
That’s a Wrap!
We’re excited to see what this year holds for the newest members of the 2024-2025 Team Cavender’s Rodeo team. Join us in welcoming these young athletes and wishing them a great Rodeo Season! To learn more about each athlete and their stories visit the Team Cavender’s page and follow us on Instagram to keep up with their Rodeo journeys. As always, for more news, events, and helpful Western tips and tricks visit our Cavender’s Ranch Blog.
Author Bio: Sydney Shepard
Sydney Shepard, a graduate from the University of North Texas with a BBA in Marketing, encompasses the western industry and lifestyle. Working full-time as the Events Specialist and Athlete Relations at Cavender’s Home Office, she is passionate about growing customers for life. Showing skills of event management, regional marketing, customer service, increasing traffic to the stores, maintaining sponsorships and logistics, and showing a strong commitment to delivering seamless and enjoyable experiences. With an extensive background in western retail, a love for event planning, and a desire for growth, Sydney is determined to make her mark in the western industry. Sydney also manages a group of very talented high school rodeo athletes through Cavender’s Youth Rodeo Program, known as Team Cavender’s. Learn more about Sydney Shepard by visiting her LinkedIn profile HERE.