Bobcats Dominate Montana State Spring Rodeo with Sweeping Women's Titles

MSU women win all six individual events and both all-around titles in two-day rodeo

Apr. 13, 2026 at 11:20am

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A fractured, geometric painting in bold colors depicting the dynamic motion and energy of a rodeo event, conveying the Bobcats' historic sweep of the Montana State Spring Rodeo.The Montana State women's rodeo team's dominant performance at their home event showcases the program's talent and momentum heading into the final stretch of the spring season.Bozeman Today

The Montana State Bobcats women's rodeo team put on a historic performance at the Montana State Spring Rodeo, winning all six individual women's events and both all-around titles across the two-day competition. The Bobcats women outscored MSU Northern 770 points to 248.3, while the MSU men's team also won their competition with 970 points.

Why it matters

The Bobcats' dominant showing at their home rodeo highlights the strength and depth of the MSU women's rodeo program, which has consistently been one of the top teams in the Big Sky Region. This performance will boost the team's confidence and momentum heading into the final stretch of the spring season.

The details

Junior Faith Marshall won the all-around title in both rodeos, while MSU graduate student Haven Wolstein and sophomore Anneliese McCurry also had standout individual performances. Wolstein won the short go and average in breakaway roping, while McCurry doubled up in barrel racing. The Bobcats also swept the top five spots in goat tying.

  • The Montana State Spring Rodeo took place over the weekend of April 12-13, 2026.
  • The Bobcats will compete at the MSU Northern rodeo on April 18-19, 2026, continuing a stretch of six rodeos in four weeks to complete the Big Sky Region spring season.

The players

Kyle Whitaker

The head coach of the Montana State rodeo team.

Savanna Bolich

The assistant coach of the Montana State rodeo team and a former Bobcat women's rodeo athlete.

Faith Marshall

A junior on the Montana State women's rodeo team who won the all-around title in both rodeos.

Haven Wolstein

A graduate student on the Montana State women's rodeo team who won the short go and average in breakaway roping.

Anneliese McCurry

A sophomore on the Montana State women's rodeo team who won the barrel racing event in both rodeos.

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What they’re saying

“'They were amazing. I've never seen anything like this. To win every single event of both rodeos, and the all-around in both, is incredible. And they scored the most points I can remember a women's team scoring in two straight rodeos.'”

— Savanna Bolich, MSU Assistant Coach

“'Faith Marshall, she won everything but the chute gates here, she's taking off with everything. Annalise dominated the barrel racing. Haven dominated the breakaway rope. It was fun to watch.'”

— Kyle Whitaker, MSU Head Coach

“'I didn't really know the bull (for the re-ride). But Seth, the stock contractor, told me he's a pretty good one, so I was happy to take the ride and just did my best.'”

— Holden Atkinson, MSU Bull Rider

What’s next

The Bobcats will compete at the MSU Northern rodeo on April 18-19, 2026, continuing their spring season schedule.

The takeaway

The Montana State women's rodeo team's historic performance at their home event showcases the program's depth and dominance in the Big Sky Region. Their ability to sweep the individual events and all-around titles demonstrates the Bobcats' talent and preparation, setting them up for continued success as they push towards the national championships.