13th Annual NSUJL Rodeo

The NSUJL commends the apprentices who competed in the 13th Annual Apprentice Rodeo. Throughout the competition, the participants demonstrated the skill, focus and determination they learned during their IBEW apprenticeship training.

The apprentice rodeo is an important part of the NSUJL event weekend, highlighting the future of the trade while supporting the mission of the National Sisterhood United for Journeymen Linemen (NSUJL).

Below, you can review the official results from the 2025 apprentice competition, including Top Overall Apprentice, Hurtman Rescue and Speed Climb.

Apprentice Competition Results

The apprentice competition showcases the next generation of lineworkers through events that test speed, technical ability, safety awareness and performance under pressure. These results reflect the hard work and preparation these apprentices developed during their JATC training across the country.

Top Overall Apprentice

1st Place

Ethan Yancey

Hurtman Rescue Event

1st Place

Ethan Yancey

Time: 00:45.35

2nd Place

Jack Sebastyn

Time: 01:01.06

3rd Place

Brandon Bennett

Time: 01:02.07

Speed Climb Event

1st Place

Daniel Oliveira

Time: 00:20.65

2nd Place

Ethan Yancey

Time: 00:25.07

3rd Place

Jack Sebastyn

Time: 00:26.91