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Horses first, character always, and a young athlete growing with purpose By Lori Bizzell Photos Courtesy of Bentli Taylor I had a chance to connect with Bentli, and what stood out to me first wasn’t an impressive list of titles; it was her heart. She’s learning how to win without losing what matters, and that  Continue Reading »

  Rodeo Life Magazine confirms that ownership of the publication remains solely with Rick and Lori Bizzell, founders and publishers of the Rodeo Life brand. As Rodeo Life enters an expanded season of growth, the Bizzells are implementing strategic updates designed to strengthen editorial direction, partnerships, and long-term reach. As part of these updates, Rodeo  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam | Photo Courtesy of Cavender’s When Rylie Eden walks into an arena, she brings the same confidence she shows on the volleyball court or the basketball court back home in Hillsboro, Texas. The high school senior balances nearly every sport her small public school offers while competing at an elite level in  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam   For senior cowgirl Jacee Williams, Team Cavender’s feels a lot like home. The Coweta High School student joined the team as a sophomore after watching her older brother, Kade, serve on the original roster. She said the family atmosphere drew her in from the start. “My brother was actually on the  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam | Photos Courtesy of Tana Trosper When Tana Trosper talks about her rodeo life, it’s easy to hear the energy and gratitude in her voice. The 18-year-old barrel racer from Texas said she has spent nearly her entire life in the arena, following in the footsteps of her parents while carving her  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam | Photo by Jackie Jensen Steer wrestler Rowdy Parrott is no stranger to the ups and downs of professional rodeo. But after a strong showing at last year’s Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, the Louisiana cowboy is carried confidence — and cash — into the end of the 2025 season. “This is the  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam For Colee Cox, rodeo runs in her veins. The high school senior, breakaway roper and goat tyer has carved her path into the arena as she looks ahead to the professional ranks. Cox, 18, joined Team Cavender’s in 2023 with the help of fellow competitor and friend Sage Galliard. The sponsorship program,  Continue Reading »

By Corynn Kayser As horse sale season kicks into high gear, buyers and breeders are keeping a close eye on the traits and bloodlines that are driving demand in today’s competitive Western performance market. Watching the sport of rodeo flourish in the past decade has had a lasting impact on the market, along with other  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam | Photos Courtesy of Team Cavender’s At just 17, Harley Pryor has spent nearly half a decade as a member of Team Cavender’s. What started as an invitation back in middle school has turned into something much more than a sponsorship. “It’s like family,” Pryor said. “You don’t just sign up to  Continue Reading »

By Charity Pulliam | Photo by Jennings Photography Nineteen-year-old Pecos Tatum might be young, but his rodeo résumé already reads like that of a seasoned pro. Hailing from La Plata, New Mexico, Tatum said he has been roping and riding nearly all his life. “Everybody in my family has always rodeoed or had something to  Continue Reading »