Sheridan WYO Rodeo Expands Scholarship Program

Rodeo organizers increase scholarship amounts and add more recipients.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Sheridan WYO Rodeo has expanded its scholarship program for 2026, increasing the number of scholarships from three to five and the amount from $1,000 to $3,000 each. Applicants must graduate from a Sheridan County high school and maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA, with additional points awarded to those who volunteer with the SPURS group.

Why it matters

The Sheridan WYO Rodeo is a longstanding community event that draws thousands of visitors each year. By expanding its scholarship program, the organizers are investing in the next generation of Sheridan County residents and supporting local youth in pursuing higher education.

The details

In the past, the WYO Rodeo awarded three $1,000 scholarships annually. Starting in 2026, they will award five $3,000 scholarships. Applicants must graduate from a Sheridan County high school the year they apply and have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA. Those who volunteer with the SPURS group will receive extra points toward the scholarship selection.

  • The scholarship application deadline is April 15th.
  • The Sheridan WYO Rodeo will take place July 6th - 12th, with four rodeo performances July 8th - 11th starting at 7:00pm nightly.

The players

Sheridan WYO Rodeo

An annual rodeo event held in Sheridan, Wyoming that draws thousands of visitors each year.

Hayden Heaphy

The Sheridan WYO Rodeo board president.

Casey Terrell

The contact person for questions or more information about the Sheridan WYO Rodeo scholarship program.

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What they’re saying

“We have always understood the importance of supporting our youth in our communities and we are excited to be able to expand our scholarship program.”

— Hayden Heaphy, Sheridan WYO Rodeo board president (sheridanmedia.com)

What’s next

Scholarship winners will be recognized during Sheridan WYO Rodeo week, taking place July 6th - 12th.

The takeaway

The Sheridan WYO Rodeo's expanded scholarship program demonstrates the event organizers' commitment to investing in the local community and supporting the educational aspirations of Sheridan County youth.