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American Hats: Mackenzie Mayes

By Charity Pulliam Mackenzie Mayes said her family has always been friends with Stan Redding, American Hat Company’s national sales manager. She said her professional relationship with the hat brand started while she was in high school. “I was at a rodeo in the stockyards in Fort Worth, and I talked with Stan while I  Continue Reading »

Team Cavender’s: Abby McCreary

By Charity Pulliam Abby McCreary, a breakaway roper from Canyon, Texas, said she heard about Team Cavender’s when Jeff Howell, from the Cavender’s in Amarillo, Texas, encouraged her to apply.  “We were just in Cavender’s to shop one day, and he said, ‘Hey, have you applied for Team Cavender’s?’” she said. “He put me down  Continue Reading »

The 2025 San Diego Rodeo: Through the Lens of a First-Time Rodeo Photographer

Article and Photos by Logan Graham A rodeo to remember through imagery. My experience capturing all angles of this deep Western tradition was like no other. While the photos best tell the story, the writing paints the pictures. I didn’t know what exactly to expect walking into Petco Park, home of the San Diego Padres, on  Continue Reading »

From Miss Rodeo Canada to NFR Sideline Reporter: Meet Katy Lucas

by Lexi Gieck   This Canadian cowgirl is living a full-circle life. Her first rodeo was at 11 days old, and years later, she’s one of the leaders promoting the industry that is everything she embodies, both on and off the air. She embodies grit and grace, from roping at the Ponoka Stampede while she  Continue Reading »

Western Art Round-Up: Jens Berg – Bits and Spurs

by Lilly Platts Cowboys and cowgirls take a lot of pride in their gear, seeking out items that are both beautiful and functional. Bit and spur maker Jens Berg is creating handmade silver and metal gear that fits this bill perfectly. The Wyoming-born, Texas-based artisan grew up knowing he had a knack for art and,  Continue Reading »

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