Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo

We are deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Mr. James Harper. Mr. Harper was a true force, and a pioneer in the world of rodeo. Heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to his family and to the entire rodeo family who will undoubtedly forever cherish his memory.

https://www.johnsonfuneralhome.net/obituaries/james-harper

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE 2026 SWD LIVESTOCK SHOW & RODEO HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES.

Pictured from left to right is Ms Rodeo Alabama, Jenessa Sullivan; SW District President, Darrin Manuel; Inductee, Perry Vincent; Inductee Kenneth Fonenot; Inductee Mike Dosie represented by son Luke Doise; Ms Rodeo Arizona Rosie Wiltbank; Ms Rodeo Mississppi, Brinkley Boswell; Ms Rodeo America, Olivia Favero

CONGRADULATIONS TO OUR 2026 PARTICIPATION SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS!


The generous support from the following businesses allows us to grant scholarships of $2,500 to each of the following outstanding recipients. These scholarships are available to graduating seniors going to college or vocational school.

1-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Isabel Carbalan - Jeff Davis and Sponsor- GLOBAL ASSET MANAGEMENT Represented by KYLE MESTAYER, INVESTMENT ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, On behalf of Tim Andreas, President & CEO

2-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Laura-Kate Miller - Acadia and Sponsor- GLOBAL ASSET MANAGEMENT Represented by KYLE MESTAYER, INVESTMENT ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, On behalf of Tim Andreas, President & CEO

3-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Taylor Gilbert – Calcasieu and Sponsor- VENTURE GLOBAL LNG, represented by SARAH ROY, PUBLIC AFFAIRS and ANDY VAUGHAN, V.P. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

4-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Aubrie Richard – Calcasieu and Sponsor- VENTURE GLOBAL LNG, represented by SARAH ROY, PUBLIC AFFAIRS and ANDY VAUGHAN, V.P. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

5-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Libby Baccigalopi - Cameron and Sponsor - B1 BANK represented by JEFFERY DAVIS, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF SWLA and ANDY GREMILLION, VICE PRESIDENT

6-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Lexie Swinney - Calcasieu and Sponsor - B1 BANK represented by JEFFERY DAVIS, MANAGING DIRECTOR OF SWLA and ANDY GREMILLION, VICE PRESIDENT

7-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Nathan Faulk – Acadia and sponsor- ALFRED PALMA, LLC.; represented by JAMES & DIANA PALMA

8-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Cooper Lemons – Allen and sponsor- ALFRED PALMA, LLC.; represented by JAMES & DIANA PALMA

9-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Brock Greathouse – Calcasieu and Sponsor- RIVERS FENCING COMPANY; represented by ERIC LAMENDOLA

10-Pictured is RECIPIENT: Kadie Fontenot - Evangeline and Sponsors- VINCENT, SHOWS, & GAUTREAUX; and DUHON & PLEASANT represented by Steve Shows


11-J.C. Barman Memorial Beef Achievement Award Sponsored by Barman Family Pictured is RECIPIENT: Addie Bourgeois - Evangeline and SW District President, Darrin Manuel

Congratulations to our 2026 National Anthem vocalists!
Thursday - Hattie Landry
Friday- Parker Sonnier
Saturday 2pm - Ella Claire Welch
Saturday nt - Barbe High Show Choir
The National Anthem is proudly presented nightly by Flea Fest--This year's shows set for April 18-19 & Nov 14-15.
Catch them in the opening ceremonies of the 87th Annual John Deere Sunshine Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo presented by The Roach Law Firm & Southern Quality Ford Dealers... Rorey Lemmel Bucker

**MEET THE BULLFIGHTERS** TODAY at Boot Barn in Lake Charles! Shoot the bull with the SWD Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo Bullfighters Austin Rudloff & Ethan Pittman Friday, Jan. 30th from 3-4 & shop for your new rodeo duds too!

It is OPENING NIGHT!! The 87TH ANNUAL John Deere Sunshine Southwest District Livestock Show and Rodeo is about to get underway at 7:30 tonight! Tickets still available at Burton Coliseum Complex Box office! Don't miss a second of the action! Come on out tonight! Powered by The Roach Law Firm and Southern Quality Ford Dealers! More info at LakeCharlesRodeo.com
3 MORE CHANCES TO WATCH: Fri, Jan 30 & Sat. Jan 31 at 2 & 7:30 w/the Barbe Show Choir at the Gator 99.5 pre-show party at 6:30 Sat nt!