Texas Rattlers Shine in Nashville: Perfect Wins Ignite Excitement!
On August 16, 2025, the PBR Teams Stampede Days featured thrilling victories, with the Texas Rattlers and Arizona Ridge Riders leading the pack.
Texas Rattlers Shine in Nashville: Perfect Wins Ignite Excitement!
The excitement in Nashville during the PBR Teams Stampede Days has been electric, and the Texas Rattlers truly stole the show. Facing off against the Missouri Thunder, the Rattlers showcased their prowess, delivering a crushing victory with a score of 428.25 to 263.5. With this win, the Rattlers improved their season record to 7-2, joining the Florida Freedom as the only teams to have recorded perfect performances this season. Brady Fielder’s impressive sixth consecutive ride and Daniel Keeping’s solid performance with a 7-for-9 season record highlighted the team’s strong showing.
In a breathtaking series of matchups, the Arizona Ridge Riders took the opportunity to maintain their top position in the standings by besting the Nashville Stampede 175.25 to 171.25. Notable performances came from Eduardo Aparecido, who scored an impressive 87 points on High Caliber, and Luciano De Castro who outshined with 88.25 points on Big Mac. Both performances solidified the Ridge Riders‘ position as formidable opponents in this thrilling season.
Other Standout Matches
The action didn’t stop there. The Austin Gamblers took down the Kansas City Outlaws with a hefty 260.75 to 171.75 scoreline, driven by Dalton Kasel’s stunning 90-point ride. Meanwhile, the Florida Freedom continued their winning streak, rising to three consecutive wins by edging out the Oklahoma Wildcatters 176 to 173.25. Thiago Salgado led the Freedom with a stellar 89.5 points, keeping him firmly at the top of the MVP standings.
Another notable moment came from the New York Mavericks, who celebrated their second win of the season by defeating the Carolina Cowboys 257.75 to 87.75. Bob Mitchell tallied 85 points for the Mavericks, while teammate Mason Taylor chipped in with a score of 85.5 points to secure the win. This round of matches—the first day of the competition—shows just how competitive it is out there!
Standings and Upcoming Events
With the results of the first day logged, the standings are heated, as displayed below:
| Ranking | Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arizona Ridge Riders | 8-1 |
| 2 | Texas Rattlers | 7-2 |
| 3 | Austin Gamblers | 6-3 |
| 4 | Florida Freedom | 6-3 |
| 5 | Kansas City Outlaws | 5-4 |
| 6 | Carolina Cowboys | 4-5 |
| 7 | Missouri Thunder | 4-5 |
| 8 | Nashville Stampede | 2-7 |
| 9 | New York Mavericks | 2-7 |
| 10 | Oklahoma Wildcatters | 1-8 |
The competitive action continues with the next exhilarating round set for tonight at 6:45 p.m. CT at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. As we gear up for this thrilling ride, it’s exciting to think about what surprises await. For those looking ahead, mark your calendars! The 2025 PBR Camping World Teams Championship is scheduled to take place in Las Vegas from October 24-26, 2025, promising even more heart-stopping action in the world of bull riding. As always, for more details, you can visit PBR’s official site.
As we enjoy this incredible sport, here’s hoping that the Rattlers and the Freedom continue their form, and of course, may the best team take the crown!