Tarleton State University Sophomore Rodeo Athlete Dies in Competition Accident
Tarleton State University is remembering sophomore rodeo athlete Alejandra Franco, who died Thursday night following an accident during a competition in far West Texas.
Dallas Fort Worth, TX, September 27, 2026 — Tarleton State University is mourning the loss of Alejandra Franco, a sophomore rodeo athlete, who died on Thursday night. Her death occurred as a result of an accident that took place during a rodeo competition in far West Texas.
The university community is coming together to remember Franco, a student who was actively involved in the university’s rodeo program. Details surrounding the specific nature of the accident and the competition were not immediately available.
Franco was a sophomore at Tarleton State University, a public institution located in Stephenville, Texas, with a strong presence in collegiate athletics, including rodeo. The university has not released further information regarding the circumstances of the accident or any memorial services at this time. The incident occurred in the region of far West Texas.
The news of Franco’s death has prompted expressions of grief and support from fellow students, faculty, and members of the broader rodeo community. As details emerge, the university is expected to provide updates on how students and staff can support one another during this difficult period.
Information regarding the specific event, the exact location within far West Texas where the competition was held, and the identity of the organizing body was not provided in the initial summary. The timeline of events leading up to and immediately following the accident remains incomplete.
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