Chad Masters, a name synonymous with rodeo excellence, boasts a career that extends far beyond the arena. From his early days roping with his father to winning world championships and even gracing the modeling world, Chad's journey is one of versatility and determination.
Horses have always been part of Chad Master’s life.
He grew up with his father, Bobby, roping calves and they showed horses as well.
Bobby worked for Pepsi, and his mother, Debbie, worked for the post office.
Debbie spent many evenings opening the roping chute so they could practice.
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Along the way, there have been injuries, many horses, and team roping partners that have affected his journey.
Chad grew up in Clarksville, Tennessee where his dad, Bobby, a Pepsi executive, trained calf horses and his mom, Debbie, worked at the post office.
Chad spent much of his youth horseback, roping and helping his dad train colts.
Consequently, he excelled in high school rodeo claiming the Tennessee team roping championship from ’96-’99; and tie down championship from ’98-’99.
After high school Chad started going to IPRA rodeos.
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This partnership was the start of Chad’s professional rodeo career.
He won world championships in the heading in 2007 and again in 2012.
This year he has been roping with Travis Graves from Jay, Oklahoma.
Chad roping on “Clint” at Cheyenne Frontier Days with Travis Graves, his current partner.
Dummy Roping Drills with Chad Masters
None of this would have been possible without great equine partners.
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This year, Chad has been riding Madison Oak, an 11-year-old sorrel gelding that he calls Clint.
Chad got Clint when he was four years old.
The horse had a little experience in tie-down roping.
Chad started heading on him and Clint took to the team roping like he had been born to do it.
Chad has qualified for the NFR ten times, and at 36, hasn’t yet decided how long he plans to rodeo professionally.
“It’s a privilege to be a world champion, but there are also so many guys going who deserve to win the world,” explains Chad.
Chad won his titles in 2006 and 2012.
“Basically my left ankle touched my left hip. One ligament and skin were holding my leg on,” says Chad.
“That happened in March and I cracked back out at Reno Rodeo in June.
Subconsciously I was worried about the barrier catching my leg that year and I just didn’t rope well.
“I enjoy training horses, sometimes to the detriment of my rodeo career,” says Chad.
“When your first priority is your horse, sometimes it’s hard to quit “training” and just go for it.
“So much of our community is going through super hard times right now,” Chad told The Post.
“It’s a privilege to be a world champion, but there are also so many guys going who deserve to win the world,” explains Chad.
If you could give one piece of advice to a young rodeo competitor, what would it be: Go to college.
You’ve got plenty of time to rodeo.
I left home when I was 20 or 21 thinking I had to rodeo.
I made the finals when I was 22, but never really progressed until I was 25.
If you could live anywhere where would it be: I’d love to go home and live in Tennessee.
Chad Masters will always call Tennessee home.
After the 2017 NFR, he will have made 100 laps around the Thomas and Mack arena carrying the state flag.
Interestingly enough, Chad and Tori have always loved the camera.
Tori graced the Miss America stage as Miss Florida 2014 (3rd runner-up to the crown, too) and Chad was formerly a model.
Pictured: Tori and Chad Masters.
Chad encouraged his wife to film her first YouTube video after many of their Instagram followers were asking for advice and answers to popular questions about life and love.
“When I was around 20, I was like, ‘If I had a great mentor in my life, things would be a bit different,’” Tori told The Post.
Tori and Chad Masters’ YouTube channel with nearly 80K subscribers.
“For us, this home is being built for community and not just ourselves and family - our heart is hospitality, Tori said.
“We have a permanent guest room that won’t ever change into a kid’s bedroom because we want people to feel like they’re always invited and welcome.
Pictured: Tori and Chad Masters.
“We love the modern aspects of a new build, but also love how a Tudor home brings character and coziness,” Tori adds.
“I was buying Tori decorations for her Galentine’s Day celebration with her friends, and I was behind Rami Malek, the actor in the new James Bond,” Chad said.
“I love Downeast because the furniture is of amazing quality for a fairly affordable price,” said Tori.
“It’s luxury home items, including decor, rugs and lights.
“I love, love, love volcano candles,” Tori said.
“I love my rose gold candle trimming set,” Tori said.
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