Tarleton Rodeo Athlete Dies From Injuries at Sul Ross Performance
STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Alejandra Franco, a Tarleton State University rodeo athlete, died from injuries sustained during Thursday night’s performance at the Sul Ross State University College Rodeo.
Sul Ross Rodeo announced Franco’s death in a statement on Friday.
“Our hearts are with her family, team and community at this difficult time,” the statement said.
The Tarleton State Rodeo Team also announced Franco’s death on Friday and asked people to keep her family, friends, and teammates in their thoughts and prayers.
“Alejandra tragically lost her life yesterday, leaving behind a lasting impact on everyone who had the privilege of knowing her,” the team wrote.
Franco competed in breakaway roping for Tarleton State. Official rodeo documents list her as a Tarleton contestant at the competition in Alpine, which began Thursday and is scheduled to continue through Saturday.
Sul Ross Rodeo said the weekend’s events would continue as scheduled in Franco’s honor. Counselors will be available to support athletes.
