On Thursday, March 5, and Friday, March 6, rodeo competitors left it all on the dirt as they battled it out in Super Series II, Rounds 1 and 2. With spots in the next round on the line, the arena was packed with intensity as athletes pushed for fast times and high scores. Three-time Tie-Down Roping world champion Riley Webb returned to defend his title, showcasing the skill and consistency that has made him one of the sport’s best. Meanwhile, siblings and crowd favorites Rocker and Steely Steiner brought plenty of excitement to the arena, competing in Bareback Riding and Barrel Racing and drawing big cheers from the crowd. With the series underway, the pressure continues to build as competitors fight for every point and every second. (Photos by Reggie Mathalone)
Rocker Steiner rides Billy Shakespeare as he competes in Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Trevor Reiste rides Smokin’ Hot for 86 points during the second round of Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Andrea Busby competes in Barrel Racing on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Shorty Garrett competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Trevor Reiste rides Smokin’ Hot for 86 points during the second round of Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Trevor Reiste celebrates after receiving 86 points during the second round of Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
The American flag is carried horseback during the National Anthem ahead of the day’s events. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Colton Coffman rides Hot Rocks during Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Grant Entry marks the beginning of the day’s events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Dylan Rice competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Rocker Steiner rides Billy Shakespeare as he competes in Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 5 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Jate Frost gets medical attention after getting trampled by Barfly during Round 2 of Super Series II on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Jordan Driver competes in Barrel Racing at NRG Stadium on March 6. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Hayden Welsh bows in prayer after competing. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Dylan Rice competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Dylan Rice waits to see his score. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Steely Steiner competes in Barrel Racing on March 6. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
John Harrison bows his head in prayer after a bull rider gets injured. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Trevor Reiste celebrates after receiving 86 points during the second round of Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Bull Riding during Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
T Parker walks it off after competing in Round 2 of Super Series II. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Bull Riding during Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
T Parker walks it off after competing in Round 2 of Super Series II. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Colton Coffman gets thrown off of Hot Rocks during Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Colton Coffman waits for his score to be announced during Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Riggin Smith competes in Saddle Bronc Riding on March 6. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Riggin Smith hypes up the crowd as he walks back to the gate after competing. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Grant Entry marks the beginning of the day’s events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Mitch Pollock competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
T Parker prepares to ride Soccer Mom in Round 2 of Super Series II. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Grant Entry marks the beginning of the day’s events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Hayden Welsh competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Rocker Steiner engages the crowd after riding Billy Shakespeare in Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 5 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Howdy, the official Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo mascot waves at rodeogoers. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Riley Webb competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Shorty Garrett walks it off after competing in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Andrea Busby competes in Barrel Racing on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Breakaway Roping during Super Series II, Round 2 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Isaac Diaz walks back to the gate after competing. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Shorty Garrett competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
T Parker rides Soccer Mom in Round 2 of Super Series II. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
Rocker Steiner rides Billy Shakespeare as he competes in Super Series II at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
The American flag is carried horseback during the National Anthem ahead of the day’s events. Credit: Reggie Mathalone
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Reggie Mathalone is a British born photojournalist and writer based in Houston, Texas. He has been a Houston Press contributor since 2020, covering entertainment, news, and sporting events.
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