Mertens and Wells shine at NFPB bull riding events in Minnesota
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 20, 2026, 10:33 PM
Last updated Jul 20, 2026
CricketTucker Mertens and Dalton Wells were standout performers at the National Federation of Professional Bullriders circuit events held in Redwood Falls and Sacred Heart on July 18. In Redwood Falls, Mertens scored a top combined 165.5 points to secure first place and a cash prize, while Wells followed closely behind with 159.5 points for second place. The event on July 18 in Sacred Heart saw Colton Dorweiler taking the top spot with a score of 80.5, while Wells also performed admirably, securing second place there as well. The Great Frontier Bull Riding Company produced the events, showcasing local talents under the summer sun. Upcoming bull riding events in western Minnesota are scheduled for July 24 in Canby and July 29 in Montevideo.
- •Mertens scored 83 in the preliminary round at Redwood Falls.
- •Wells had the highest score of 83.5 in the final round there.
- •Colton Dorweiler won at Sacred Heart with a total score of 80.5.
- •Next bull riding events include July 24 in Canby and July 29 in Montevideo.
- •All events produced by Great Frontier Bull Riding Company.
- 10:33 PMYahoo Sports — NFPB's cowboys ride into Redwood Falls and Sacred Heart
"Jul. 20—REDWOOD FALLS/SACRED HEART — The National Federation of Professional Bullriders' 2026 bullriding circuit returned to west central Minnesota Friday, June 17, at the Redwood County Fair and Saturday, July 18, at Sacred Heart's Summerfest. While the bullrider fans sat under a hot sun both nights, the bulls provided the majority of the action, as only a few cowboys completed bull rides for ...
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