Christmas Package Drawing To Raise Donations For Flint Hills Rodeo Souvenir Building
“The best way to remember is with a souvenir.” Everybody knows that, and the most memorable times for many is when they go to the rodeo. “Officials of the Flint Hills Rodeo Association know that, too, and in nearly 77 years of annual rodeo action, there have been plenty of souvenirs from our annual rodeo […]
‘Old’ Lindsborg Cowboy Makes Younger Bronc Riders Take Back Seat At Pro Rodeos
“I have two goals for my rodeo career these days, and they’re pretty simple. I intend to always try my hardest, and to have fun while I’m doing it.” Then, the bareback bronc rider contended, “If I win something along the way, that’s just a plus for trying hard and enjoying myself while I’m doing […]
Life takes major turn for Salina school administrator doubling as rodeo bullfighter
Rodeo and athleticism run for generations in his family’s genes. “I love rodeo, I love kids, I love family. My kids and my family are the most important of all,” insisted Danny Munsell, Salina school administrator and well-known rodeo bullfighter. “That’s the reason I couldn’t talk earlier. My wife, Lori, and I were at the […]
‘Family Fun For All’ At Third Annual Jackson County Rodeo Near Holton
“Grab your hat, put on your spurs, bring your lawn chair, if you’re not planning to ride a bronc or a bull, and lets, rodeo,” welcomed Deb Dillner. “It’s time for the third annual Jackson County Rodeo, Friday and Saturday, July 16-27, a the Northeast Kansas Heritage Complex south of Holton on Highway 75, then […]
Wabaunsee County ranch heritage remains strong as young cowboys rope to win rodeos
“Our boys have done well in rodeo. They like to rope and practice, but they’re in other sports and school activities. We want them to be well rounded. “The main thing is for our sons to know about and have an appreciation for horses, cattle and ranch life. There will be an opportunity here, if […]
Dedicated practice makes 15-year-old calf roper champion in major rodeo circuit, as kickoff to professional future
“I rope every day. I like to rope all day. “Sometimes I’ll rope and tie 100 calves a day. Other times I may rope five or ten. Then, I go to rodeos and roping jackpots every weekend.” That sounds like lots of practice and hard work, but it has paid off for rodeo champion Cooper […]
Newly Crowned Miss Rodeo K-State Promoting ‘The Sport and Her University’
“I am going to promote the sport of rodeo. It’s such a great American tradition, but there are so many people who really don’t understand its heritage, and actually what rodeo is all about.” Miss Rodeo K-State Lindy Singular has her plans in place for the next 12 months as she travels around the state […]
Bull riding this Friday evening indication of rodeo growth at K-State
Rodeo is becoming a more important part of Kansas State University. “We have the new horse facilities at the Equestrian Center on the north edge of campus for the K-State Rodeo Club and Rodeo Team members to keep their horses, which has been a real asset to our program,” insisted Adam Pack, club president and […]
Chase County Teams Win Ranch Rodeos
Buck Creek-Lonesome Pine Ranches of Chase County dominated ranch rodeo competitions sponsored by the Morris County Youth Rodeo Association Sunday at the arena east of Council Grove. In the Youth Ranch Rodeo during the morning, the Buck Creek-Lonesome Pine team of Sammy Jo Peterson, Mackenzie Higgs and Michelle Patry placed first. The threesome won the […]
Champion Cowboy Prefers Riding Bulls Instead Of Horses
“Riding horses is more dangerous than riding bulls.” That’s not true, just about everybody argues. One exception is Cooper Kanngiesser, a cowboy who rides horses, but given the druthers, he’ll mount a rodeo bull.