Noah Lee Continues Hot Streak At MPHI Xtreme Bulls

Carly DavidsonFri, Jul 17, 2026·2 min read

Noah Lee continues to prove why he is one of the biggest stories in professional bull riding. Fresh off his Calgary Stampede championship and climb to the top of the PRCA Bull Riding World Standings, Lee added another impressive victory to his resume by capturing the title at the MPHI Xtreme Bulls in Mitchell, SD.

If you've been following our recent coverage, you've probably noticed we've been highlighting a lot of Xtreme Bulls events lately. Unlike traditional rodeos, Xtreme Bulls competitions focus solely on bull riding, giving competitors extra chances to earn money throughout the season.

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Bull riding is one of the most unpredictable events in rodeo, and the MPHI Xtreme Bulls proved exactly why. With only four competitors covering their bulls, Lee made the most of the opportunity – a similar scenario to the 2026 Calgary Stampede, where he was the only competitor to cover his bull in the final round. His 86.5-point ride aboard Sutton Rodeos' Party Bus topped the field and earned him $8,983. This payday helped Lee put an even bigger gap between himself and No. 2-ranked Tristen Hutchings, who now trails Lee by nearly $30,000.

Mason Moody finished just behind Lee with an 85.5-point ride, earning $7,173 for second place. Currently sitting 16th in the bull riding world standings, Moody is just one spot outside the Top 15 needed to qualify for the 2026 NFR. Tyce Willis claimed third at the event after posting 85 points to collect $5,622, while Jestyn Woodward rounded out the qualified rides with an 81-point effort worth $4,071.

Bull Riding World Standings Bubble Watch:

15. Braxton Whitesell – $99,666.89

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16. Mason Moody – $97,549.30

17. Colton Byram – $94,937.92

18. Boudreaux Campbell – $90,754.68

19. Colten Fritzlan – $80,724.96

20. Koby Jacobson – $77,400.64

(The bubble refers to the cowboys around the No. 15 position who battle it out until the very end of the season for the final qualifying spot at the NFR.)

We’re currently in the thick of major events like Cheyenne Frontier Days and NFR Open at the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, giving bull riders a chance to better solidify their position in the world standings or make a late-season push into the Top 15. While we don’t know who will secure their spot at the NFR just yet, one thing is certain: if Lee’s recent performances are any indication of what’s ahead, he’ll continue to be the rider everyone is chasing come December.