70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo

Thursday, August 11, 2022

By David Jenkins/Standard Democrat

The 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo began Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds.

Jordan Davis interacts with a young fan at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Jordan Davis performs at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Jordan Davis performs at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
A bullfighter tries to put a hat on a bull during the Bull Riding event at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)

Josh Frost of Randlett, Utah, competes in Bull Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
A bull takes a look around the arena during the Bull Riding event at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
The moon is seen over the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Michelle Darling of Medford, Oklahoma, competes in Barrel Racing at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Jenna Beaver of Huntsville, Texas, competes in Barrel Racing at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
BryAnna Haluptzok of Tenstrike, Minnesota, competes in Barrel Racing at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Dawson Turner of Sidney, Arkansas, competes in Tie-Down Roping at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Rodeo fans compete in an Elvis dancing competition at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Rodeo fans compete in an Elvis dancing competition at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Coy Kennedy competes in Saddle Bronc Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Sterling Crawley of Stephenville, Texas, competes in Saddle Bronc Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
J.C. Yeahquo and L.J. Yeahquo of Crescent, Oklahoma, compete in Team Roping at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Waylon Bourgeois of Church Point, Louisiana, competes in Bareback Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Clayton Biglow of Clements, California, competes in Bareback Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Rodeo clown Justin Rumford entertains the crowd at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Colten Metties of Poplar Bluff, Missouri, competes in Bareback Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Riley Westaver of Alva, Oklahoma, competes in Steer Wrestling at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Tom Uttermark of Shawnee, Oklahoma, competes in Steer Wrestling at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Tom Uttermark of Shawnee, Oklahoma, competes in Steer Wrestling at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Waylon Bourgeois of Church Point, Louisiana, competes in Bareback Riding at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Sponsor flags are displayed during opening ceremonies at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Sponsor flags are displayed during opening ceremonies at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Miss Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Ryan Fritchley is announced at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Junior Miss Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Emily Riley is introduced at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Miss Teen Rodeo Missouri Stevie Wood is introduced during opening ceremonies at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Miss Rodeo Missouri Alexa Daly is introduced during opening ceremonies at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
De Bizzell, general chairman of the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo, is announced during opening ceremonies at the rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Anthony Russo sings the National Anthem at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)
Boyd Polhamus announces at the 70th Annual Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, at the Sikeston Rodeo Grounds. (David Jenkins/Standard Democrat)