WEST PLAINS, Mo. - The University of West Alabama Women's Rodeo team highlighted Missouri State - West Plains' Rodeo this weekend as they finished first with 515 points.
West Alabama's Women's squad were led by Kate Eiland and Mattie Chabert. The duo combined for 380 points to lead the Tigers to their victory.
For the Men, UWA registered 130 points, placing sixth in the Rodeo.
Women's Rodeo: First Place | 515 Points
Kate Eiland made her anticipated West Alabama debut this weekend and didn't disappoint. The senior recorded a total of 200 points which was highlighted by an event-winning 160 points in the Breakaway Roping. After placing first in the Breakaway Roping, Eiland wasn't done as she proceeded to garner 40 points in the Goat Tying.
Chabert continues to prove that she is a bonafide star. The freshman placed first in the Goat Tying event with 170 points to propel her season total in the event to 620.
Along with Eiland and Chabert's brilliance, Brooklyn Balch recorded 120 points in the Goat Tying event while Meah Pinter also advanced to the Championship Round. Pinter and Morgan Ward also participated in the Short Round in the Breakaway Roping as the Tigers cruised to an impressive win.
Men's Rodeo: Sixth Place | 130 Points
Sam McBride led the way for the Men as he registered 85 points in the Steer Wrestling. Dylan Jones advanced to the Short Round in the Team Roping event and recorded 70 points while Stone Reeves represented West Alabama in the Tie Down Roping with 45 points. Kross Smith made it to Championship night in the Bareback Riding and accumulated 20 points to round out the weekend for the Tigers.
West Alabama will get over a month off before returning to action on November 19 for Murray State's home rodeo.