STEVE KENYON
GAINESVILLE,TX
Summary
Rodeo announcer and sports broadcaster recognized as a leading voice in the Western industry. Anchored the Western Sports Round Up television show and produced live broadcasts, while earning accolades as a two-time Women's Professional Rodeo Association Announcer of the Year.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Television and Radio Personality
Western Sports Round Up
Various, TX
01.2019 - Current
- Anchored Western Sports Round Up television show and live rodeos on Cowboy Channel, engaging audiences and promoting Western sports culture.
- Produced and hosted Western Sports Round Up radio show on Rural Radio Sirius XM Channel 147, delivering content that resonated with listeners from 2013 to 2020.
- Produced national radio broadcast of National Finals Rodeo from 2006 to 2020, showcasing premier rodeo events to a nationwide audience.
Announcer
Professional Rodeo Announcer
Various, TX
04.1985 - Current
- Announced National Finals Breakaway Roping, featuring elite competitors in 2024.
- Announced National Finals Steer Roping, showcasing top talent in 2023.
- Announced the College National Finals Rodeo in 2025.
- Recognized for excellence in rodeo announcing as the 2X Women's Professional Rodeo Association Announcer of the Year.
- Entertained hundreds of thousands of rodeo fans at over 35 events annually.
Broadcaster
ProRodeoLive.com
GAINESVILLE, TX
01.2006 - 12.2019
- Secured broadcast rights to produce national radio and internet coverage of Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and other major rodeo events, enhancing visibility and reach.
- Owned and operated a popular broadcasting and social media business, producing daily rodeo-related radio programs and weekly podcasts that engaged a dedicated audience.
- Managed marketing, promotion, sales, and production efforts, driving audience engagement and increasing brand recognition.
Education
Bachelor's - Communications
Linfield College
McMinnville, OR05-1982
Skills
- Broadcasting
- Production
- Marketing
- Promotion
- Sales
- Commercial Voice Work
AWARDS
2X Women's Professional Rodeo Association Announcer of the Year, Awards for broadcast media from the Professional Rodeo Cowboy's Association and the Women's Professional Rodeo Association.
Timeline
Television and Radio Personality
Western Sports Round Up
01.2019 - Current
Broadcaster
ProRodeoLive.com
01.2006 - 12.2019
Announcer
Professional Rodeo Announcer
04.1985 - Current
Bachelor's - Communications
Linfield College