Nashville Stampede, the inaugural PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Teams Champion, will partner with ThorSport Racing as the primary partner on Ben Rhodes’ No. 99 Ford F-150 for the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Nashville Superspeedway on Friday, May 29th at 8:00PM ET on FS1.
“Greatness fuels greatness, and the 2022 PBR Teams Champion Nashville Stampede couldn’t be more fired up to partner with ThorSport as Ben Rhodes takes on Nashville Superspeedway in the No. 99 Ford F-150,” said Stampede General Manager Tina Battock. “Our fans live for grit, adrenaline, and heart – the same qualities that make NASCAR electric. We’re cheering for Ben and ThorSport as they chase down another championship!”
Nashville Stampede competes in the groundbreaking PBR Teams league, which transforms bull riding from an individual sport into a team-based competition. During the league’s inaugural season in 2022, the Stampede made a Cinderella run at the 2022 PBR Teams Championship, rising from No. 8 to win the year-end title. In the seasons since, Nashville has been a force on the dirt under the leadership of two-time PBR World Champion Justin McBride, boasting a deep roster that includes rising stars Kaiden Loud and Daniel Feitosa riding alongside veterans Cody Jesus and Alan de Souza.
As a family-owned team with deep roots in Western culture, the Stampede’s hardworking, team-first mentality naturally aligns with ThorSport and the high-intensity world of NASCAR competition.
Since establishing The Ranch at NRS in Decatur, Texas, as its training home, the Nashville Stampede has also expanded its commitment to developing the next generation of bull riders through the Stampede Bull Riding Academy. Through clinics, coaching, and development programs, the Academy helps young riders sharpen their skills while growing their passion for the sport.
For Rhodes, the partnership reflects a shared connection between ThorSport and the Western way of life.
“Partnering with Nashville Stampede is a great opportunity for us,” said Rhodes. “They’ve built a winning standard in PBR, and that competitive mindset connects really well with our team. It’s exciting to represent them at Nashville Superspeedway, and we’re looking forward to a strong weekend together.”
Tune in to FS1 on Friday, May 29th, for coverage of the NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series race at Nashville Superspeedway. Radio coverage can be heard on the NASCAR Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Channel 90.
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