{"id":195097,"date":"2026-03-07T21:23:29","date_gmt":"2026-03-07T21:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/195097\/"},"modified":"2026-03-07T21:23:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-07T21:23:29","slug":"moments-of-grit-and-glory-from-rodeohoustons-first-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/195097\/","title":{"rendered":"Moments of Grit and Glory from RodeoHouston\u2019s First Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>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\u2019s 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.\u00a0 (Photos by Reggie Mathalone)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406950\" data-id=\"406950\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1.jpg\"  \/>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<img loading=\"lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406957\" data-id=\"406957\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/2.jpg\"  \/>Trevor Reiste rides Smokin\u2019 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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406933\" data-id=\"406933\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/3.jpg\"  \/>Andrea Busby competes in Barrel Racing on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406963\" data-id=\"406963\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4.jpg\"  \/>Shorty Garrett competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406929\" data-id=\"406929\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/5.jpg\"  \/>Trevor Reiste rides Smokin\u2019 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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406965\" data-id=\"406965\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/6.jpg\"  \/>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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406948\" data-id=\"406948\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/7.jpg\"  \/>The American flag is carried horseback during the National Anthem ahead of the day\u2019s events.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406951\" data-id=\"406951\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/8.jpg\"  \/>Colton Coffman rides Hot Rocks during Super Series II, Round 2.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406949\" data-id=\"406949\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/9.jpg\"  \/>Grant Entry marks the beginning of the day\u2019s events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406925\" data-id=\"406925\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/10.jpg\"  \/>Dylan Rice competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406928\" data-id=\"406928\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/11.jpg\"  \/>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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406966\" data-id=\"406966\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/12.jpg\"  \/>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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406945\" data-id=\"406945\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/13.jpg\"  \/>Jordan Driver competes in Barrel Racing at NRG Stadium on March 6. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406926\" data-id=\"406926\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/14.jpg\"  \/>Hayden Welsh bows in prayer after competing.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406942\" data-id=\"406942\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/15.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406934\" data-id=\"406934\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/16.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406937\" data-id=\"406937\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/17.jpg\"  \/>Dylan Rice competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406923\" data-id=\"406923\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/18-1.jpg\"  \/>Dylan Rice waits to see his score.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406936\" data-id=\"406936\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/19.jpg\"  \/>Steely Steiner competes in Barrel Racing on March 6.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406953\" data-id=\"406953\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/20.jpg\"  \/>John Harrison bows his head in prayer after a bull rider gets injured.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406969\" data-id=\"406969\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/21.jpg\"  \/>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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406940\" data-id=\"406940\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/22.jpg\"  \/>Bull Riding during Super Series II, Round 2.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406961\" data-id=\"406961\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/23.jpg\"  \/>T Parker walks it off after competing in Round 2 of Super Series II.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406959\" data-id=\"406959\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/24.jpg\"  \/>Bull Riding during Super Series II, Round 2.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406962\" data-id=\"406962\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/25.jpg\"  \/>T Parker walks it off after competing in Round 2 of Super Series II.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406952\" data-id=\"406952\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/26.jpg\"  \/>Colton Coffman gets thrown off of Hot Rocks during Super Series II, Round 2.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406939\" data-id=\"406939\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/27.jpg\"  \/>Colton Coffman waits for his score to be announced during Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406930\" data-id=\"406930\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/28.jpg\"  \/>Riggin Smith competes in Saddle Bronc Riding on March 6. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406924\" data-id=\"406924\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/29.jpg\"  \/>Riggin Smith hypes up the crowd as he walks back to the gate after competing.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406973\" data-id=\"406973\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30.jpg\"  \/>Grant Entry marks the beginning of the day\u2019s events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406946\" data-id=\"406946\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/31.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406972\" data-id=\"406972\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/32.jpg\"  \/>Mitch Pollock competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"583\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406958\" data-id=\"406958\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 765\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/33.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406956\" data-id=\"406956\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/34.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406922\" data-id=\"406922\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/35-1.jpg\"  \/>T Parker prepares to ride Soccer Mom in Round 2 of Super Series II. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406967\" data-id=\"406967\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/36.jpg\"  \/>Grant Entry marks the beginning of the day\u2019s events at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406931\" data-id=\"406931\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/37.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406944\" data-id=\"406944\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/38.jpg\"  \/>Hayden Welsh competes in Super Series II, Round 2.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406974\" data-id=\"406974\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/39.jpg\"  \/>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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"618\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406938\" data-id=\"406938\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 811\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/40.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406970\" data-id=\"406970\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/41.jpg\"  \/>Howdy, the official Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo mascot waves at rodeogoers.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406932\" data-id=\"406932\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/42.jpg\"  \/>Riley Webb competes in Super Series II, Round 2.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406960\" data-id=\"406960\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/43.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406975\" data-id=\"406975\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/44.jpg\"  \/>Shorty Garrett walks it off after competing in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406941\" data-id=\"406941\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/45.jpg\"  \/>Andrea Busby competes in Barrel Racing on March 6 at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406935\" data-id=\"406935\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/46.jpg\"  \/>Breakaway Roping during Super Series II, Round 2 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406976\" data-id=\"406976\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/47.jpg\"  \/>Isaac Diaz walks back to the gate after competing. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406971\" data-id=\"406971\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/48.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406947\" data-id=\"406947\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/49.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406964\" data-id=\"406964\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/50.jpg\"  \/>Shorty Garrett competes in Super Series II, Round 2. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406927\" data-id=\"406927\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/51.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406955\" data-id=\"406955\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/52.jpg\"  \/>Super Series II, Round 2 on March 6, 2026 at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo at NRG Stadium. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406954\" data-id=\"406954\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/53.jpg\"  \/>T Parker rides Soccer Mom in Round 2 of Super Series II. Credit: Reggie Mathalone<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406943\" data-id=\"406943\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/54.jpg\"  \/>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<img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"520\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_image wp-image-406968\" data-id=\"406968\" data-aspect-ratio=\"1024 \/ 683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/55.jpg\"  \/>The American flag is carried horseback during the National Anthem ahead of the day\u2019s events.  Credit: Reggie Mathalone<a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-prev swiper-button-prev swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-next swiper-button-next swiper-button-white\" role=\"button\"\/><a aria-label=\"Pause Slideshow\" class=\"wp-block-jetpack-slideshow_button-pause\" role=\"button\"\/><\/p>\n<p>\n\tRelated\n<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonpress.com\/author\/rmathalone\/\" rel=\"author nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" data-perfmatters-preload=\"\" alt=\"Avatar photo\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/reggiemathalone_facepic2_copy-80x80.jpg\"  class=\"avatar avatar-80 photo\" height=\"80\" width=\"80\" fetchpriority=\"high\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tReggie 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.\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"author-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.houstonpress.com\/author\/rmathalone\/\" rel=\"author nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMore by Reggie Mathalone\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"On Thursday, March 5, and Friday, March 6, rodeo competitors left it all on the dirt as they&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":195098,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[15302,56,58,77318,57,77319,77320,6795,19168,907,77321,77322],"class_list":{"0":"post-195097","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-houston","8":"tag-bull-riding","9":"tag-houston","10":"tag-houston-headlines","11":"tag-houston-livestock-shoe-and-rodeo","12":"tag-houston-news","13":"tag-riley-webb","14":"tag-rocker-steiner","15":"tag-rodeo","16":"tag-rodeohouston","17":"tag-slideshow-gallery","18":"tag-steely-steiner","19":"tag-super-series-ii"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/195097","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=195097"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/195097\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/195098"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=195097"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=195097"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=195097"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}