Tom Crouse kicked off his 2025 ProRodeo season in a major way, winning the historic Cinch Roping Fiesta Oct. 27, 2024, for a total of $10,993.

Crouse, a 23-year-old from Gallatin, Missouri, roped three calves in 32.2 seconds on the cowboy setup to take the coveted win and give him an early boost in the 2025 world standings. After finishing 27th in the 2024 PRCA world standings, Crouse has set himself up for the new year. Crouse joins The Tie-Down Breakdown to talk about the win in San Angelo, how special his 2024 season was and what he looks forward to in 2025.

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