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April 18, 2023

The Interview #93 | Garrett Yerigan - The Next Generation

The Interview #93 | Garrett Yerigan - The Next Generation
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He’s here! Garrett Yerigan is a name that resonates throughout the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) circuit as the 2021 and 2022 Announcer of the Year. He's a well-known and highly-regarded voice in the rodeo world, renowned for his distinct blend of humor, excitement, and professionalism. Yerigan's expertise in understanding the nuances of the sport and his ability to connect with audiences has earned him universal admiration and respect. His exceptional announcing skills and ability have made him an integral part of the rodeo community and a true ambassador for the sport.

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Garrett Yerigan

Pro Rodeo Announcer

Being that he was at his first rodeo at just two weeks old, it’s easy to say Garrett has been around rodeo all his life. His dad, Dale, is a former rodeo competitor and mom, Kathy, still competes in Barrel Racing. Kathy is a former International Finals Rodeo qualifier in the Barrel Racing and Dale is an 11-time IPRA World Champion in the Steer Wrestling and is currently the General Manager of the International Professional Rodeo Association. Garrett is a 2013 graduate of Pryor High School in Pryor, Oklahoma.

Garrett has been a very active member in the FFA serving as the Chapter Sentinel and later Vice-President. He was blessed enough to be the 2012 Oklahoma FFA Proficiency Winner in Agricultural Communications and went on to be the National Winner that same year. In 2013, he finished in the Top 3 for Northeast District Star in Agribusiness, received his State FFA Degree, and was the State and National Outdoor Recreation Proficiency Winner. In 2016 Garrett finished his FFA career by being a National Finalist for National Star in Agribusiness and receiving his American FFA Degree.

Garrett is currently a member of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Assoc. (PRCA) and the International Pro Rodeo Assoc. (IPRA) and works approximately 150 performances per year. In 2014, Garrett set a record as the youngest announcer in the International Finals Rodeo's (IFR) now 52-year history! Garrett is now a 7-time IFR Announcer. He also has been selected to work events such as the inaugural National Finals Breakaway Roping, The American Rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days, PRCA… Read More