Carrington Cowboy Ties for FWSSR Steer Wrestling Victory

Bridger Anderson shares title with college teammate Trisyn Kalawaia

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Bridger Anderson, a steer wrestler and member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) from Carrington, North Dakota, tied for the victory at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo (FWSSR) ProRodeo Tournament in Fort Worth, Texas on Saturday, February 7th. Anderson shared the event title with his college teammate Trisyn Kalawaia from Hilo, Hawaii, with a time of 3.8 seconds.

Why it matters

Winning a major PRCA event like the FWSSR is a significant accomplishment for a young cowboy like Anderson, showcasing his skills and potential to compete at the highest levels of professional rodeo. The shared victory with his college teammate also highlights the camaraderie and competitive spirit within the sport.

The details

Anderson, a student at Northwestern Oklahoma State University, is the son of Glenn and Robin Anderson of Carrington and the grandson of Gary and Bernardine Anderson of Carrington and Ron and Shelley Halvorson of Binford. As the 2019 national collegiate champion, Anderson's FWSSR victory earned him $24,042 in earnings.

  • The FWSSR ProRodeo Tournament took place on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Bridger Anderson

A steer wrestler and member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) from Carrington, North Dakota.

Trisyn Kalawaia

Anderson's college teammate from Hilo, Hawaii, and the 2019 national collegiate champion.

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The takeaway

Anderson's victory at the prestigious FWSSR event demonstrates the talent and dedication of young cowboys from small towns in North Dakota, showcasing the continued strength and popularity of rodeo as a sport and lifestyle in the region.