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“I’ve been with American since I was in the sixth grade,” said North Carolina cowboy Caden Ussery. “It’s been a long time. “My mom and I wrote a letter to Keith Mundee. He immediately wrote back and was very welcoming,” he said. “He said he was impressed that I would put myself out there at  Continue Reading »

The Horse Nations Indian Relay Council: A Legacy of Tradition The Horse Nations Indian Relay Council (HNIRC) is more than just an organization; it is a guardian of a vibrant cultural tradition that dates back centuries. Established in December 2016, HNIRC is dedicated to preserving and promoting Indian Relay racing, a sport steeped in Native  Continue Reading »

“I have a few friends that were on Team Cavender’s in the past, and this year at the Texas High School Rodeo Finals, they set me up to talk with some people. I did well enough that they offered me a spot on the team right before nationals,” said Brodey Clemons, a senior on the  Continue Reading »

  Breakaway roper Rickie (Engesser) Fanning once again leads the standings in 2024, thanks to her exceptional horsemanship and consistency. Although she recently lost her number one horse, Rolo, Fanning is still roping well and staying at the top of the WPRA standings. We had the chance to interview Fanning before her busy Cowboy Christmas  Continue Reading »

Family, Faith, and the Future Country singer-songwriter Whey Jennings’s story contains multitudes, from the depths of addiction to finding sobriety and peace through faith, music, and the people he loves. The grandson of Waylon Jennings, he is putting his own stamp on country music, and helping others along the way. Jennings’s most recent writing is  Continue Reading »

  While Kiley Hargrave-Batten only joined Team Cavender’s a year ago, she had nothing but good things to say about her experience. “It was really a wonderful experience the year I was on the team,” said the 17-year-old cowgirl from Trinity, Texas. “The whole organization is full of amazing and kind people. They have been  Continue Reading »

“Originally, I wore only American straw hats. The brand was looking to expand farther into the western industry, outside of rodeo with their partnerships,” said NRCHA Trainer and rider Erin Taorimino. “I already had a close relationship with American athlete Jackie Crawford, and so it all just worked itself out.” Erin said her favorite hat  Continue Reading »

A year, a month, a week, a day, a minute—we often forget how quickly life can change. August 2023 was a whirlwind of trying to survive the unimaginable for the Montero family. On Thursday, August 10th, it was like any other day. Trenten Montero was home with his wife, Maria, and their newborn son, Noah,  Continue Reading »

  Attention, all writers! Rodeo Life Magazine is now accepting editorial submissions. If you are eager to showcase your writing, here is an opportunity to do so in a well-established rodeo magazine. Submissions must be exclusive to us, meaning they have been sent only to us and have not been published online or in print  Continue Reading »

  Jessie Veeder is a songwriter, musician, journalist, North Dakotan, community builder, mother, and advocate for Western life. She explores rural living through her music, popular blog, and podcast, Meanwhile, back at the ranch, and is the director of the Long X Arts Foundation. Veeder’s latest album, Yellow Roses, was released in January 2024. Jessie  Continue Reading »