About: Rick Bizzell

By Lori Bizzell/Photo Courtesy of Team Cavender’s As a second-year Team Cavender’s athlete, Eli Espy is already stepping into opportunities that are broadening his perspective on rodeo and life. What stands out most, however, is not just the new doors opening, but the steady character he developed long before recognition ~built on hard work, discipline,  Continue Reading »

By Ted Harbin Photo Courtesy of Nicole Stevens The bottom line for rodeo contestants always comes down to the bottom line. The dollars must make sense, which is why the newest edition of The Hondo Rodeo was perfect. With a payout of more than $1 million through the three-day rodeo, Caesars Superdome in New Orleans  Continue Reading »

By Ted Harbin Photo Courtesy of James Phifer All-around cowboy Taylor Santos spent more than 24 months on the mend. It’s sometimes a necessary part of rodeo. The rugged sport instigates its fair share of injuries. Ankles sprain. Ligaments tear. Bone spurs develop. Cowboys are known for their toughness, but sometimes the pain is too  Continue Reading »

By Ted Harbin | Photo Credit Ric Andersen Photos Nearly 1,000 contestants had already competed days before last Friday’s opening performance of the San Angelo Stock Show and Rodeo. It’s an extensive change in workload for all involved, with contractors, contestants, arena workers and stock show staff spending numerous hours over four days to help  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam/Photos Courtesy of Covy Moore Canadian tie-down roper Kyle Lucas says his relationship with American Hat Company began years before a partnership was ever discussed. For most of his career, he chose American hats on his own, believing they were the sharpest and most reliable in the industry. He wanted his appearance to  Continue Reading »