Frank J. Buchman

Cowboy • Horseman • Writer

K-State Rodeo Team Readies For Home Arena Advantage At 59th KSU Rodeo

“The purple team has some bright stars, and it’ll sure make a stout showing in the home college competition.” That’s the synopsis of outlook for the Kansas State University Rodeo Team from longtime coach Doug Muller as college cowboys and cowgirls were pulling out all stakes in the practice pen last week.

Thomas K. Reed Memorial Ranch Rodeo Saturday At Council Grove

Ranch rodeo teams have been extended a special invitation to participate in the Thomas K. Reed Memorial Ranch Rodeo at Council Grove Saturday afternoon, Oct. 25. “In memory of Thomas K. Reed, a young rancher  and enthusiastic ranch rodeo competitor who lost his life in a horse related ranching accident, we are again coordinating the […]

The Alexander Brothers Champion Cowboys in the Flint Hills and every rodeo arena

Biggest smiles and best ropers are the way everybody thinks of the Alexander brothers at Council Grove. Actually, it’s probably a flip whether big brother Bob or little brother Wayne are first reflected for never missing with their lariat or always knowing whoever they meet with a giant grin and congenial conversation soon leading to […]

No Fright, But Cautiousness Keeps Champion Bull Rider As Winner

What’s the old bronc rider saying? “If bulls were supposed to be ridden, Paul Revere would have come through town on a bull instead of a horse.” “Horses scare me, especially the ones that buck. A person can get hurt trying to ride those rodeo broncs.”