On Nov. 29, South Point Hotel and Casino hosted the 2016 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (WNFR) competitors on the gold carpet before they headed into the Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association's (PRCA) welcome reception.
The Walk of Champions featured the world's top competitors, all of whom dressed to impress and ready to celebrate. Notable attendees include:
- Caleb Smidt, All Around, ranked #5 in the PRCA 2016 World Standings
- CoBurn Bradshaw with Jesse, Jake, Cody, Rusty and Ryder Wright, Bradshaw is ranked #4 Saddle Bronc Rider
- Cody Rostockyj, Bull Rider, making his first appearance at WNFR
- Lisa Lockhart, Barrel Racer
- Marcos Costa, Tie-Down Roper, ranked #12 in the PRCA 2016 World Standings
- Shane Proctor, All-Around
- Tyson Durfey, Tie-Down Roper, ranked #9 in the PRCA 2016 World Standings
