Humps N Horns Bull Riding Magazine - Apr 2026

Humps N Horns

April 2026

On the Cover - The pendulum continues to go back and forth between Sage Kimzey and John Crimber. Crimber has climbed back to the top of the World Standings with only three regular season events remaining before the PBR World Finals.

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Letter from the Editor

Welcome to the April issue of Humps N Horns!

I hope that all is going well for you and yours.

As we turn the page on another month, things are really heating up with the PBR Unleash the Beast Tour. Only three more events are left before they roll into Texas for the PBR World Finals.

It has been a close race, back and forth, all season long between Brady Fielder, Sage Kimzey, and John Crimber. It will be an

exciting race to the finish as all three have shown they have the chops to be considered perennial contenders for the PBR World Champion race.

This issue of Humps N Horns has some terrific features for you. We hope you enjoy!

Until next time,

Terry

PBR Teams Announces Expansion Plans

Fort Worth, TX (March 30, 2026) – PBR Teams today announced plans for its second wave of expansion, with the league intending to grow from 10 to 12 teams for the 2027 season. The expansion, approved unanimously by PBR Teams owners, marks a significant milestone in the league’s continued evolution and underscores the strength of its business model, competitive product, and fan engagement.

PBR Teams launched in 2022 with eight teams playing five-on-five bull riding games, leading to an annual championship. In its first wave of expansion, the league expanded to 10 teams ahead of the 2024 season.

“Our second expansion in five years marks the next step in the continued growth of one of North America’s fastest-growing sports leagues,” said Sean Gleason, CEO and Commissioner, PBR. “With strong interest from prospective ownership groups, we’re excited to introduce team competition to two new North American cities.”

Since its inception, PBR Teams has experienced steady growth across key metrics. The league welcomed 272,315 fans during the 2025 season, while broadcasts reached 28 million viewers nationwide. Momentum continues into 2026, with ticket sales for team homestand events pacing ahead year-over-year.

The league’s on-the-dirt performance has also reached new heights. Competitive balance remains a hallmark of elite team bull riding, with four different champions crowned in the league’s first four seasons. The level of competition continues to intensify, fueled by elite global talent and an increasingly challenging roster of bulls.

The league will evaluate several attractive markets in the U.S. and Canada for team locations as part of a structured sales process with decisions to be announced in the future.

A Servant vs A Son

So let me preface by saying this is my heart speaking. I won’t be referencing any scripture to validate what I’m saying so if you think I must have a scripture to validate what’s on my heart please stop reading now.

Growing up in the Mormon church I knew plenty of rules. I believe The Father spoke to my heart then, as I believe He does now. My view point from the “more qualified” in religious knowledge had me identifying as a servant of God. A point came (because of church dogma from the leadership) when my immediate family left the church and anything to do with religious ideology.

Now don’t get me wrong I still feel like The Father was speaking to my heart. Because of what religious people did and their man made rules I wasn’t including myself as even a servant at that point. The only connection to God that I could relate to was the church/religious group I had experienced. Not too good.

In spring of 1984, I met three guys from Colorado who had a different understanding and way of relating to God. They helped me understand that we aren’t to have our identity in relation to God as a servant, but as a child. So when I professed my faith in Jesus Christ I felt authentic freedom in my relationship with The Father. I knew that was the truth and I loved the feeling of being His child.

As I spent time learning about The Father and this new found way to relate to Him I also started listening to a lot of “teachers/ preachers”. The short time period where I spent most of my personal (Father to son) time with God got redirected by probably men with great intentions, but they had a servant identity. Guess how I started seeing myself? You guessed it back to identifying as a servant rather than a son. No different than where I’d escaped from as a kid.

Religion always sacrifices the person for whatever it might be,

the doctrine, the vision, the organization, the creed, the rules and even the patriarchy. You must see it and experience it the way they tell you or it is not valid. I hate religion for that reason. I’ve seen it wreck many people who had an authentic experience with The Father at some point in their lives.

Hey it’s easy to fake it for the sake of saving face and not wanting anyone to see what you’re really struggling with because I’ve been there. Put on that joyful face and say all the right things to all the right people. Identifying as a servant of God makes it easy to fake it because servants are expendable. Sons and Daughters are not expendable but are valued as an heir to whatever the Father has.

I met a man (Andy Taylor) 20 + years ago that has a way of making you come to your own conclusions about questions, problems, life decisions by always posing a question back to me. The question is, “what is The Father saying to you about it”. For the longest time that bothered me because I thought, you’re the preacher here man, come on answer my question, solve my problem. So many spiritual leaders have too many answers and never direct us to the only source we need, Our Father.

In my relationship with my Dad, Jim Custer, I didn’t take his advice as much as I wish I would have. As a Dad to my three children, I know they don’t listen to all my advice and I’ve gotten better at directing them to The Father for their decisions in life. Oh I have opinions but if I force my opinions on my kids or others they will resent me. (By the way I know this from experience on both sides of the matter).

Truth is in going to the Father for yourself! If the Spirit lives in you, He’ll get you where you need to be. Follow the Spirit in you.

Jesus Loves you.

Cody Custer

RIDER RUNDOWN with...

By Kalli Barber CAC Media Group

Wesley Zollinger

Name: Wesley Zollinger

Age: 17

Hometown and State: Rexburg, Idaho

KB: How did you get started with all of this?

WZ: My dad put me on a sheep when I was two or three, and I have been riding ever since.

KB: Is anyone else in your family involved in rodeo?

WZ: No, I am the only one. My brother used to ride bulls, but not anymore. Rodeo is one of the main ways my dad and I spend time together. We chase it pretty hard, and we have had a chance to get close and grow together because of it. It is stressful for my mom, though. She worries I will get hurt.

KB: I don’t know any bull riders who have mom’s that aren’t worried about them riding. Tell me a little more about some of the opportunities you have had with your dad.

WZ: This past summer, my dad and I went to Alaska. My best friend is from Alaska, and I went up there to ride. My dad and I also did some fishing together when we were there. We have always talked about going to Alaska together to go fishing, and the fact that I got to ride up there, too, was the icing on the cake. It was a great trip. Definitely one I will always remember.

KB: How does your dad serve as your support system when you are rodeoing?

WZ: My dad is one of my main motivators. He helps me stay consistent and helps me with positive self-talk. He is always there for me, and he is one of the people who walks me through my rides and helps me come up with a game plan for each of my bulls.

KB: Are you working with any other coaches or mentors aside from your dad?

WZ: Yes, one of my coaches is Scooter Hackett from Oregon. His son, Ryder, is my best friend, and he has PRCA-level bulls that we get on during the summer months. I usually go to Oregon and live with them during the summer. He helps us with our training, and we use his practice pens to help us workout any issues we might be having in the arena.

KB: Is there anyone else you want to give a shout-out to?

WZ: Nitro Bulls. I have been working as part of their team for a while now, and they have really great equipment for riders. I also work with Zion Wolf Ranch here in Idaho.

KB: What are some of your favorite places you have had a chance to ride in besides Alaska?

WZ: There’s a bunch, but I think Ogden, Utah, would be at the top of the list. I won my first finals there. I am also riding as part of the Challenge of Champions Tour in California. I have met a lot of great people through that program. They are easy to enter, and the bulls are always high quality. I like riding on that circuit a lot.

KB: With the busiest part of the rodeo season starting soon, how do you plan to kick it off?

WZ: I turn 18 in May, so I am going to buy my pro rodeo permit and ride on it this summer. I plan to ride on my permit for a couple of years until I feel like I am ready to make the transition to my card and make a solid bid for the rookie race to make the NFR.

KB: What can we catch you doing when you aren’t riding bulls?

WZ: I like to travel. My dad and I do some fishing when we can. I also hunt. We have whitetail, mule deer and elk around here to hunt.

KB: Do you have any rodeo superstitions that you follow besides the no hat on the bed rule?

WZ: Yeah, I don’t wear yellow in the arena. I had a yellow shirt for a while, and I never rode anything when I wore it, so now it is one of my rules. I won’t wear it in the arena because I think it is bad luck.

KB: Interesting. What are some of your favorite bulls in the PRCA and the PBR right now?

WZ: My favorite PRCA bull just retired. He is one of my practice bulls right now, but his name was Jimmy Rigged. He is fun to ride. And in the PBR, I really like King Tut or Riding Salty.

KB: If you could win the NFR in any event that wasn’t bull riding, what event would you pick and why?

WZ: I would pick bareback. It is a fun event to watch, and it’s fun to do too. I don’t do it anymore, but I used to.

KB: What food do you dislike the most?

WZ: Probably chicken. I am a beef guy. I do not like eating chicken.

KB: What is your order when you go to Starbucks?

WZ: That Caramel Ribbon Crunch drink. I love caramel.

KB: What podcast can we catch you listening to in your truck?

WZ: I like Rodeo Time with Dale Brisby, and I listen to the Joe Rogan show sometimes.

KB: Favorite Taylor Swift song?

WZ: Probably Lover.

KB: I appreciate the chance to talk with you, Wesley, and good luck with the rest of your 2026. For more information about junior bull riding, you can check out the National High School Finals Rodeo page or the Yeti Junior NFR on Facebook. Be sure to look for a new rider featured in our Rider Rundown piece next month.

Kalli Barber is a high school senior and a member of the CAC Media Group. She lives on a farm in Eastern Iowa, where she and her two siblings have a dairy show string that they compete with at national shows around the country.

By Terry R. Blake

riding the edge: inside the 2026 pbr world championship race

With the start of April, the dirt has already told a story.

Inside the roaring arenas of the Professional Bull Riders Unleash The Beast tour, the 2026 world title race has tightened into something rare: a three-man collision of youth, legacy, and international grit. At the center stands John Crimber, the 20-year-old phenom who has spent much of the season redefining expectations. Chasing him is a living legend, Sage Kimzey, whose résumé already places him among the sport’s greatest. And lurking within striking distance is Australia’s Brady Fielder, a rider whose consistency has quietly made him one of the most dangerous contenders on tour.

With the PBR World Finals set for Fort Worth—split between Cowtown Coliseum and Dickies Arena—the championship picture is anything but settled

The Standings Snapshot: A Race Measured in Inches

As it stands, Crimber leads the world standings with 703 points, followed closely by Kimzey at 656, while Fielder sits just behind in fourth with 593. The numbers suggest separation—but the reality is far tighter.

In March, a pivotal weekend in Indianapolis underscored just how fragile those margins are. Both Crimber and Kimzey missed opportunities to gain ground, leaving the gap between first and second razor thin and the title race “jammed up at the top.”

In bull riding, where a single eight-second ride can swing momentum—and a single mistake can erase it—the standings are less a ladder and more a fault line.

John Crimber: The Prodigy Leading the Charge Crimber’s 2026 campaign has been a coming-of-age story unfolding in real time.

At just 20 years old, he has already demonstrated the composure of a veteran. His Sacramento victory—where he went a flawless 4-for-4, capped by an 88.65-point championship ride—announced him as more than a rising star; it marked him as a legitimate title favorite.

But what defines Crimber’s season isn’t just wins—it’s consistency. Multiple top-three finishes, including a strong showing in Little Rock, have kept him near the top even when he hasn’t dominated events.

Technically, Crimber rides with a fluid, modern style— loose but controlled, aggressive yet calculated. He rarely looks rushed, even on high-marked bulls. That composure has translated into a ride percentage above 50%, a critical

benchmark in a sport where success often hinges on survival.

Yet his youth may also be his greatest test.

The grind of a full PBR season—travel, pressure, and the mental toll of competing against veterans—has derailed many young riders before him. Crimber has already traded the No. 1 ranking with Kimzey multiple times this season, a sign that maintaining the lead may be harder than taking it.

Still, if the season ended today, the gold buckle would belong to a rider hardly old enough to rent a car.

Sage Kimzey: The Champion Who Refuses to Yield

If Crimber represents the future, Kimzey is the standard.

A seven-time world champion in rodeo before transitioning fulltime into PBR competition, Kimzey has spent 2026 proving that greatness translates across arenas.

His season has been defined by explosive peaks. In Little Rock, he delivered a 91.55-point championship ride—one of the highest scores of the year—to secure his third event win of the season. That kind of scoring ability gives him a weapon few riders possess: the capacity to create separation quickly.

At various points this season, Kimzey has held the No. 1 ranking, even opening an 83-point lead over Crimber earlier in the year. But the volatility of the tour has kept him from holding it.

Kimzey’s edge lies in experience. He understands the rhythm of a long season, when to push, and when to simply bank points. His riding style—compact, technically precise, and incredibly efficient—minimizes mistakes while maximizing scoring potential.

More importantly, Kimzey knows how to win championships. He has done it repeatedly, across different organizations and stages.

If the 2026 race comes down to pressure, few would bet against him.

Brady Fielder: The Quiet Threat

While much of the spotlight has focused on Crimber and Kimzey, Brady Fielder has built a campaign that may be the most sustainable of the three.

Currently sitting just outside the top three, Fielder’s numbers reveal

a rider who may be peaking at the right time. His average score of 87.34 is among the best on tour, and his ability to consistently convert rides keeps him within striking distance.

In Indianapolis, Fielder made a statement—capitalizing on missed opportunities by the leaders and tightening the race.

Unlike Crimber’s surge or Kimzey’s highlight-reel dominance, Fielder’s approach is methodical. He doesn’t need to win every weekend; he just needs to stay close.

That strategy has historically paid off in PBR. Riders who enter the World Finals within range often surge ahead when the pressure intensifies and the points multiply.

For Fielder, the path to a world title doesn’t require a takeover— just perfectly timed execution.

The X-Factor: A Season Built for Drama

The 2026 season has introduced subtle changes that may have an outsized impact on the title race.

Scoring adjustments—now measured to the tenth of a point— have made judging more precise, increasing the importance of every movement and recovery during a ride.

Meanwhile, the structure of the World Finals in Fort Worth adds another layer of unpredictability. Riders must navigate two venues and multiple rounds, creating opportunities for dramatic swings

in the standings.

What Comes Next

As the tour pushes toward the World Finals, with only three regular season events remaining, the question isn’t who has been best—it’s who will be best when it matters most.

Crimber must prove he can carry the weight of expectation through the season’s final stretch. Kimzey must convert his flashes of brilliance into sustained dominance. Fielder must continue to do what he has done all year: stay close, stay steady, and strike when the moment arrives.

History suggests the championship won’t be decided until the final outs in Fort Worth.

Because in bull riding, nothing is guaranteed—not the ride, not the score, and certainly not the title.

The Final Word

Three riders. Three paths. One gold buckle.

A young star chasing history. A legend adding to it. And a contender waiting to steal it.

The 2026 PBR world championship race isn’t just competitive—it’s volatile, unpredictable, and perfectly balanced on eight seconds at a time.

Inspiration Point

The King Who Came to Save Us

When Jesus entered the city of Jerusalem on what we now call Palm Sunday, He didn’t enter like a proud political king. He came humble, riding on a donkey. The crowd shouted “Hosanna” (it means “save us now!”), but they didn’t understand the kind of salvation He came to bring.They wanted rescue from Rome, but Jesus came to rescue them from sin.Much like today, people would love if Jesus would give them the things they want, but Jesus came to give people what they need. He came to save souls. (Matthew 21:6-11)

Jesus and His disciples ate the Passover meal together. The Passover meal is a celebration of how God brought the Jews out of slavery in Egypt. During the meal, Jesus picked up the bread and thanked God for it. He broke it into pieces and said, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” A little while later, Jesus took a cup and said, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you.” (Luke 22:19-20) Christians still eat the bread and drink from the cup to

remember what Jesus did. This is often called Communion or the Lord’s Supper because it reminds us of Jesus’ last meal with His disciples and what He taught them. (Mark 14:22-24, Luke 22:1420)

The day after Jesus ate the Passover meal with His disciples, He was arrested, put on trial, and sentenced to death. Roman soldiers beat Him and then nailed His hands and feet to a wooden cross. They set the cross up where people could see Him. Two criminals were hanging on crosses on either side of Jesus. He stayed nailed to the cross all day while people made fun of Him, spit on Him, and called Him names. Jesus said to God, “Father, forgive them because they do not know what they are doing.” (Luke 23:34) A mysterious darkness came on the land even though it was the middle of the day. Finally, Jesus prayed, “Father, into your hands I entrust my spirit” (Luke 23:46) and He died.

After Jesus died, a man named Joseph asked the Roman governor for permission to bury Jesus’ body. Joseph took Jesus’ body off the cross and wrapped it in cloth. He had a tomb that had been carved out of a big rock where he put Jesus’ body. He placed a big, round stone over the opening of the tomb. The Roman governor had his seal put on the stone. He posted guards outside the tomb to be certain no one could steal Jesus’ body or do anything to it. Jesus’ disciples were likely very sad because they thought they would never see Him again. But that’s not the end of the story.

On Sunday morning, some of the women who followed Jesus went to His tomb to put sweet-smelling spices on His body. When the women arrived, they discovered that the stone had been moved from the opening of the tomb. Instead of finding Jesus’ body in the tomb, they found angels! The angels said, “Why are you looking for the living among the dead? He is not here, but he has risen!” (Luke 24:5-6) Later that day, Jesus showed Himself to His disciples, proving that He was no longer dead but fully alive just as He had promised. All His disciples worshiped Him.

Jesus is Alive!

A - Admit what you have done wrong and ask forgiveness.

Romans 3:23 All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. I John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

B - Believe that Jesus died on the cross and rose again as a payment for your sins.

John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.

C - Confess and choose to allow God to the be in charge of your life.

Romans 10:9 If you declare with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.

By

Ambassadors for Christ

“We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God.” 2 Corinthians 5:20. In life, we humans can naturally get lost in finding ourselves or get stuck trying to figure out who we really are. For us Christians, this verse tells us exactly who we are: Ambassadors for Christ! Despite what you think of yourself or how unqualified you think you are, God has blessed you with a platform, gifts, and a plan to follow to truly be an ambassador for His image.

Christians often get into the mindset of feeling “unqualified” when it comes time to share the gospel. While I understand where someone is coming from when they think this way, the Bible tells us that we are qualified, no matter what roles we hold in life. Most people have probably heard the phrase “Jesus calls the unqualified,” but do you really understand what that means?

One of the best examples of God calling the unqualified is Peter. Peter was an ordinary guy, living out the life of an average fisherman. Not a flashy, cool fisherman’s life, but your average lowlevel fisherman. Fishermen during these times were looked at as dirty, uneducated, and ordinary people. Looking at Peter from the outside, he was all these things. He was a sinful, “unqualified” man. Even Peter felt unqualified! In Luke 5 verse 8, Peter tells Jesus, “Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man!” I can think of so many times in life where I myself have felt like Peter did in that moment. At times, all we can see in ourselves is sin, shame, and just filthiness. When we allow these thoughts from the enemy to control us, that is when we feel unqualified. But that is the point. We’re not qualified, but Jesus made a sacrifice on the cross, and that sacrifice granted us a new life that transforms us from gross and ugly to a new creation in Christ. This transformation we go through as believers is what qualifies us to be ambassadors.

If you have been made new, you now have what’s called a testimony. The definition of a testimony is evidence or proof provided by the existence or appearance of something. When we are made new, we now have the appearance of the Holy Spirit inside us. I think it’s common for Christians to think they need to have an entire chapter of scripture memorized or a plan on how to break it down to be able to share the gospel and the power of the Spirit for them to speak about Christ. But really, what has power is right in front of you. Many times throughout the Bible, the power of our own personal testimony is brought up. And when you think about it, what can be more powerful than a transformation that someone can physically see with their own eyes within you? If you have been made new and have given your life to Christ, the power and ability to share the gospel and His glory is now in your hands directly through the sharing of your testimony!

Another common concern among Christians is where they should share the gospel and how to go about sharing God’s Word. 1 Peter 4:10-11 tells us, “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms. If anyone speaks, they should do so as one who speaks the very words of God. If anyone serves, they should do so with the strength God provides, so that in all things God may be praised through Jesus Christ.”

This verse clears up a lot of concerns about the idea of sharing the gospel. The first misconception it clears up is the definition of gifts. Each one of us has our own gifts. Some Christians are good at singing, so they make worship music in pursuit of advancing the kingdom of Christ. Other Christians may be really good at playing football. Being good at playing football gives them a large

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19H Man Hater

WE SAY GOODBYE TO A LEGEND

By Kelly B. Robbins

We say goodbye to 19H Man Hater, who was laid to rest after suffering an unrepairable back leg fracture during the championship round in Little Rock on Saturday, March 7. JW and LeAnn Hart, who have been caring for, hauling, and flanking Man Hater since the death of owner Gene Owen, immediately loaded Man Hater into a trailer and drove four hours to Oklahoma State University Emergency Veterinary Clinic in Stillwater. After being x-rayed and carefully evaluated by the veterinarians at OSU, it was determined that the injury could not be repaired, and the decision was made to put Man Hater to rest.

The bull riding world has not only lost one of the greatest bucking bulls the sport has ever seen, but fans have lost an amazing bovine athlete, a two-time PBR YETI World Champion, and a legend.

At the time of his last out, Man Hater was leading the 2026 PBR World Championship race, well on his way to a third consecutive PBR YETI World Champion Bull title. When Brady Fielder climbed aboard Man Hater in the championship round at Little Rock’s Kubota PBR event, he was set to do battle

with the legend himself! No one knew that this would be Man Hater’s final out. After the gate swung open, the rest is history.

Man Hater had an amazing career of 73 outs, with 11 qualified rides. His average rider score was 92.91! His buck-off percentage was 85%! He holds the highest bull score ever recorded- 49.50! He carried Cassio Dias to the second highest rider score in PBR history- 98.25!

Gene

When owner Gene Owen died in June of 2025, his partner and co-owner Jane Clark contacted JW and LeAnn Hart and asked them to take care of her bulls, including Man Hater. LeAnn posted on their Facebook page, “Jane Clark called us with a request: she wanted us to haul him (Man Hater), knowing this was exactly where Gene wanted him to be. It took our breath away. Out of pure honor, and a bit of denial, we wondered if we were even worthy to step into those boots. But Gene had already told Jane he knew Man Hater had another title within him. We weren’t just hauling a bull; we were carrying a vision.”

What can you say about this intensely powerful bucking bull, whose unmatched athleticism, nearly vertical high kicks, and incredible consistency dominated and redefined a new era in the sport of bull riding, challenging the greatest riders in the world? What can you say about a bull who became one the most feared and respected bulls in the world? What can you say about a bull that put fear and awe in the hearts of bull riders who knew they weren’t just riding a bull, but dueling with a champion and a legend? And what can you say about a bull that generated excitement and joy for the fans every time the gate swung open?

Right after Man Hater won the 2025 PBR YETI World Champion Bull title in May of 2025, this writer interviewed Gene Owen just a few weeks before his death. This is what Gene said about his bull, Man Hater: “I’m really proud of Man Hater. He is the best bull I have ever owned. I am truly blessed! I’m 66 years old and I’ve ridden bulls since I was 11 years old. I’ve owned thousands of bulls in my career as a stock contractor, and I’ve watched thousands of top bulls buck in the last 30 years. Man Hater is the best bull I have ever seen!”

“He is a once in a lifetime bull,” Gene continued, “I was looking up some PBR history of the champion bulls. Did you know that there have only been 19 bulls that have won the championship? That means that Man Hater is 1 of 19 of the best bulls in the world! Man Hater’s accomplishments fulfill a lifelong dream. I don’t take for granted how great Man Hater is. He is special, and God has really blessed me. I’m so very thankful to my partner, Jane Clark, Halpain Bucking Bulls, Lari Crane, and all those who made this championship possible.”

I ended the interview by asking Gene if he thought his bovine superstar would win a third championship. He quickly answered, “That’s the plan!”

As a fan of bull riding and a fan of Man Hater, I would like to thank JW and LeAnn Hart for their respect and love for Gene

Owen and Jane Clark, and their love for the sport of bull riding, which prompted them to accept Jane’s request to care for and haul her bulls. The Hart’s love for Man Hater has truly been revealed in the most recent Facebook postings, where they have tenderly and reverently shared with fans Man Hater’s last moments on earth.

What can you say about Man Hater, I asked JW Hart. “I can’t think about Man Hater without thinking about Gene Owen,” he answered. “He was Gene and Jane’s bull, and he was the epitome of what you look for in a bucking bull. It’s really difficult to even talk about him now. It’s as if a page in history has been turned and Gene and Man Hater are both gone. I don’t want to accept credit for anything. I was just trying to help this bull fulfill what Gene had planned.”

LeAnn shared this on their Facebook page: “There was a certain kind of pride in Man Hater from the second he stepped off the trailer at Hart Cattle. He’d head straight for the ‘play pen’ and run to the very top of the hill, just to let every other bull know he was the king of that dirt…Rest easy, King of the Hill.”

“It’s hard to put into words. He was so cool,” JW shared. “And he always bucked so hard. He was laid back around our place. But when he got on that trailer, he turned into a different bull. He squared up and charged up! If he’s not the greatest bucking bull ever, he is one of them.”

Man Hater’s legacy is not just defined by his stats. He redefined the sport of bull riding through his unbeatable style, incredible intensity, and record-breaking achievements. His legacy will forever impact bull riding. But he was part of Gene Owen’s legacy as well.

“Gene told me that he really felt that Man Hater was given to him for a reason,” JW explained.” To spread the word of Jesus. And Gene did that faithfully. Whenever he was interviewed about Man Hater by Kate Harrison or anyone, he always gave the glory to God and His Savior Jesus Christ.

Gene felt that Man Hater was his door to share with people about Jesus and God’s Kingdom. He passed that blessing on to us. It just ended in a broken-hearted way.”

What can you say about this legend, Man Hater? We say goodbye… to the greatest bucking bull of all time.

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audience in which to tell their story of how God has impacted their life. Both of these God given gifts help advance the kingdom of Christ.

I think it’s important to understand that God blesses each of us with our own desires and special abilities. It is common to see people with these talents and abilities not glorify Christ, but they choose to harness their platform to glorify themselves. As followers of Christ, Peter makes it clear that we should use these God given gifts to serve others and honor Christ. If we are to live as ambassadors for Christ, we are representing his image. The best way to explain how an ambassador of Christ lives is through the Fruits of the Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.

The platform we receive through our God given abilities and talents provides us with a way to glorify him simply through the way we act or speak. Each rodeo we go to as bull riders gives us a chance to live by the Fruits of the Spirit and point someone else in Christ’s direction. As bull riders, God has blessed us with this love and passion for not only bull riding but also for the western way of life in general. By living out the life of a bull rider, we experience a lot of unique things that people outside of the rodeo world may not understand.

Along with the gift to ride is the group of people we interact with, a circle we can influence. As ambassadors for Christ, we can influence and share the light of Christ with all people, but within our own circles, we can have a greater impact. Say you’re a bull rider, and an opera singer is trying to preach the gospel to you. They are trying to make as many connections to your way of life as possible, but they ultimately don’t really know what your

life is like. But when another cowboy tries to preach the gospel to you, they are connecting with all these different aspects of your life and have shared similar experiences. Yes, the opera singer can have a great impact through the power of the Holy Spirit, but the cowboy who knows what you’ve gone through and how you live can build a better connection. As bull riders, God has given us the ability and knowledge to travel the world to different rodeos, meet new people, and see new places. Because of this, we have a circle that spans different states and communities, giving us plenty of chances to share the Good News.

As Christians, we sometimes allow our minds to wander, thinking that God expects us to do all these things, like be a pastor, start a foundation, or start a church. While yes, these are all great things, and if you feel called to do them, go for it, but God simply just calls us to be ambassadors of Him. Whether that is big or small, it doesn’t matter; being an ambassador is what we’re called to be. God blessed us with a platform; the circle surrounding us that connects to our gifts and desires. He has told us what to share: given us power in testimony, and the strength which He provides! So go! Start living as an ambassador today! Speak boldly! Live purely! Love deeply! Endure faithfully!

My name is Riggin Pearce, and I’m from Sheridan, Wyoming. I am a follower of Christ who’s blessed with the ability to ride bulls and use that as my platform to share the Good News. I am incredibly excited to have the chance to do that through my youth ministry program, Next Step. I can’t wait to encourage and help y’all get to know Jesus for the first time or take the next step in your relationship with Him.

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Wacey Schalla picks up key win at Chandler Xtreme Bulls

In a sport that can turn in a matter of seconds, Wacey Schalla didn’t over complicate it. That approach paid off as he claimed the championship title and a strong payday at the PRCA Xtreme Bulls in Chandler, Ariz., part of the Rank 45 Xtreme Bulls Series.

The 20-year-old cowboy from Arapaho, Okla., made the most of a second chance and capitalized when it counted. After accepting the re-ride option in the long round on Universal Pro Rodeo’s Gun Smoke, he reset and delivered, putting himself in position for the short round.

“I had a good bull originally drawn, and it didn’t end up working out very good,” Schalla said. “I ended up getting a re-ride with them not standing very good in the chute, but on my re-ride bull, I was 87. I was just fortunate enough to draw a good one in the short round and seal the deal.”

Schalla’s ability to adjust proved critical, especially in a season that hasn’t played fully in his favor as he sits unranked in the bull riding PRCA | Bill Fick Ford World Standings.

Instead of pressing, Schalla leaned into a more controlled mindset.

“This year’s been a tough year, so for me, and I just try not to overthink it,” Schalla said. “Tonight, with not getting on the bull I intended to get on, I think it helped me out in the long run. I’m just glad it worked out in my favor.”

After his 87-point ride on Universal Pro Rodeo’s B80, it earned him a spot in the short round and a chance to build on his season earnings. He then carried the momentum into the championship round with an 88-point trip on Universal Pro Rodeo’s Blue Silhouette, one of just two qualified rides in the short go. When the final scores were tallied, the win carried more than a buckle, it marked a turning point and gave Schalla a much-needed boost heading deeper into the season.

“I haven’t won much in the bull riding this year, so this is the one that kicked it off for me. Hopefully, we can just keep it rolling,” Schalla said.

In the short round, with the pressure sitting on his shoulders and a title within reach, the three-time Wrangler National Finals Rodeo qualifier relied on his instinct. Bull riding leaves little room for overthinking, and he embraced that moment.

“There wasn’t much going through my mind because it all happened so quickly,” Schalla said. “We went in there and got my hat, and I was just happy. There was a lot going through my mind when I got off, but I was just happy for it to end the way it did.”

The result gives Schalla momentum as the long PRORODEO season continues, where consistency and endurance often separate contenders from the rest.

“It’s a big help to get this season kicked off. As we all know, it’s a long season and incredibly tiring, but to get this one under my belt and finally get it going, I’m just fortunate,” Schalla said.

Schalla’s focus remains grounded in both his goals and the way he represents the sport.

“I love this sport, and if I can go out with everyone knowing I’m a good, humble guy who loves rodeo, I’d be happy. But at the end of the day, world titles are everyone’s goal, and I’m here to achieve that,” Schalla said.

Article and photo provided courtesy of PRCA.

Brady Turgeon sets arena record at PRCA Bull Riding at Tuacahn

Brady Turgeon made history in many ways Saturday night for the PRCA Bull Riding at Tuacahn in Ivins, Utah, part of the Rank 45 Xtreme Bulls Series.

The 22-year-old cowboy came away with the biggest payday of his career after the highest-scored ride of his career. His 93-point trip on Andrews Rodeo’s All Likkered Up also set a new arena record in Ivins, further adding to what turned out to be a special night for the Resistol Rookie.

“You watch the greats do it on TV,” Turgeon said. “Being able to do it myself makes me speechless to be honest.”

Turgeon’s match-up with All Likkered Up came just days after the bull made a statement at RodeoHouston and the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo, bucking off both Cooper James and Trevor Reiste, two well-known and established PRCA bull riders.

Regardless of the draw, Turgeon was excited, especially after looking to other cowboys for advice who have matched up with the bull in the past.

“I talked to Hayes Weight about him, and he really pumped me up,” Turgeon said. “(The bull) treated me good, that’s for sure.”

No kidding. The ride provided Turgeon with a $16,497 payday.

Turgeon had some success early in the season with a 90-point ride at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Xtreme Bulls and checks in Yuma and Buckeye, Ariz., but none compared to his win in Tuacahn.

“It’s pretty cool to ride something that rank,” Turgeon said. “It’s a really good feeling.”

His hauling partner, Hunter Kelly, has also had a solid start to the season. With a second-place finish at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Xtreme Bulls and a solid performance at the Boot Barn Turquoise Circuit Finals Rodeo back in the fall, Kelly sits just outside the top 50 in the PRCA | Bill Fick Ford World Standings.

Turgeon has looked to him for advice in his first full season.

“Hunter has a really strong winner’s mentality,” Turgeon said. “We feed off each other like crazy, and it’s electrifying when both of us ride.”

Since he isn’t automatically qualified into the major rodeos based on 2025 standings, Turgeon said he’s been turned out of several rodeos due to qualifications. He hopes this win will bring those troubles to a close.

The yellow bucking chutes in Vegas are the end goal for Turgeon, and his record-breaking ride at Tuacahn is the first rung in the ladder to get there. Aside from the wins, though, Turgeon said he’s just grateful to be able to keep getting on bulls.

“We can’t ride 100% of our bulls, and that’s just part of it,” Turgeon said. “The main thing is, I’m just thankful to get on another one, be healthy and keep going.”

Article provided courtesy of PRCA.

PRCA photo by Alexis Cady.

WHERE’S THE BEEF?

*-Added Money Amount Is For Each Night Information Subject to Change Without Notice

Date Location

BULL RIDING EVENTS

APRIL

Apr 2 Fort Worth, TX PBR Stockyards Showcase

Apr 3-4 Lawton, OK

Apr 3-4 Alva, OK

Apr 4 Myakka City, FL

$40,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

$15,000 3/30 6pm 918-467-0067 Alva Bull Battle X

$5,000 SEBRA

Apr 9 Fort Worth, TX PBR Stockyards Showcase

Apr 9-11 Palmetto, FL Elite Bullriders AssociationWorld Finals

Apr 10-11 Ardmore, Ok

$45,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls/ D&H Cattle Co Sale

Apr 10-11 Prescott Valley, AZ PBR Touring Pro Division

Apr 10-11 Idaho Falls, ID PBR

Apr 10-11 Rochester, MN

$3,000* 3/30 6-8pm 712-374-6053 Bull Riders of America

Apr 10-12 Sioux Falls, SD PBR Unleash the Beast

Apr 11 Oakland, CA PBR Velocity Tour

Apr 11 Raphine, VA

$750 Pro Mon prior gosebra.com SEBRA/Begoon Brothers Bucking Bulls

Apr 12 San Angelo, TX $35,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

Apr 16 Fort Worth, TX PBR Stockyards Showcase

Apr 17-18 Billings, MT PBR Unleash the Beast

Apr 17-18 Aberdeen, SD

$4,000* 801-870-0684 Bull Riders of America

Apr 18 Williston, ND $20,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

Apr 18 Knoxville, TN PBR Velocity Tour

Apr 18 Erie, PA Professional Championship Bull Riders

Apr 18-19 Ladson, SC

$2,200 4/8 9am 903-287-7852 American Bull Riders Tour

Apr 23 Fort Worth, TX PBR Stockyards Showcase

Apr 23-25 Lyons, GA

Apr 24-25 Del Rio, TX

$1,000* 4/20 6-9pm 912-266-2521 Elite Bullriders Association

$37,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

Apr 24-25 Queen Creek, AZ PBR Touring Pro Division

Apr 24-25 Tacoma, WA PBR Unleash the Beast

Apr 24-25 Perry, GA PBR Touring Pro Division

Apr 24-25 Vero Beach, FL 4/13-20 904-333-5910 Elite Bullriders Association

Apr 25 Highland Heights, KY Professional Championship Bull Riders

Apr 25 Raphine, VA

MAY

May 1 Fishersville, VA

$750 Pro Mon prior gosebra.com SEBRA/Begoon Brothers Bucking Bulls

$500 4/27 12pm gosebra.com SEBRA

May 1-2 Corpus Christi, TX PBR Velocity Tour Finals

May 1-2 Uvalde, TX

May 1-2 Bunnell, FL

$50,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

$3,000* 4/20 6pm gosebra.com SEBRA

May 2 Tappahannock, VA 4/20 6pm gosebra.com SEBRA

May 7-10 Fort Worth, TX PBR World Finals-Cowtown Coliseum

WHERE’S THE BEEF?

*-Added Money Amount Is For Each Night Information Subject to Change Without Notice

Date Location Added $ Open

May 9 North East, PA 4/27 6pm gosebra.com SEBRA

May 9 Gordonsville, VA

$5,000 4/27 6pm gosebra.com SEBRA

May 14-17 Fort Worth, TX PBR World Finals-Dickies Arena

May 17 Yuba City, CA

$20,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

May 21 Fort Worth, TX PBR Stockyards Showcase

May 23 Brookfield, MO 712-374-6053 Bull Riders of America

May 23-24 Palmer, AK

May 25 Manti, UT

$35,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

$24,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

May 27 Santa Maria, CA $35,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

May 28 Fort Worth, TX PBR Stockyards Showcase

May 29-30 Kalispell, MT PBR Challenger Series

May 30 Evansville, IN PBR Challenger Series

May 30 Buffalo, WY $20,000 PRCA Xtreme Bulls

YOUTH BULL RIDING EVENTS

APRIL

Apr 3 Saginaw, TX postmarked by 3/26

Apr 4 Saginaw, TX postmarked by 3/26

Apr 4 Alva, OK $5,000 3/29

Apr 4 Lincoln, AR 10a-7p

817-822-1108 Texas Youth Bull Riders

817-822-1108 Texas Youth Bull Riders

918-822-0722 Alva Bull Battle X

479-957-5656 PYRA / Wicked Sticks Mini Buckers

Apr 11 Hull, TX T 832-233-4625 TOYBR Southeast

Apr 25 Carthage. MO 417-229-5537 PYRA / Double K Mini Buckers

Apr 25 Galena, MO PYRA / YBR / Rafter 3C Rodeo Co

MAY

May 9 Saginaw, TX postmarked by 4/27

817-822-1108 Texas Youth Bull Riders

May 9 Galena, MO PYRA / YBR / Rafter 3C Rodeo Co

May 16 Carthage. MO

417-229-5537 PYRA / Double K Mini Buckers

May 23 Sparta, MO $1,000 Rafter 3C Rodeo Co

BUCKING BULL EVENTS

MARCH

Mar 6 Little Rock, AR ABBI

Mar 7 TBA ABBI / ClaimABull

Mar 7 Chatham, VA 2/22 9am - 3/1 5pm 434-509-8530 ABBI / True Grit Futurity

Mar 14 Abilene, TX ABBI

Mar 21 Ft. Scott, KS ABBI / BJ Cattle

Mar 21 Indianapolis, IN ABBI

Mar 28 Ada, OK ABBI / Bar O

Mar 28 Fredonia, PA 724-421-5601 ABBI / Sundance Arena

APRIL

Apr 3-4 Heber City, UT ABBI / HDBBA

WHERE’S THE BEEF?

*-Added Money Amount Is For Each Night Information Subject to Change Without Notice

Date Location Added $

Apr 4 Stephenville, TX ABBI

Apr 10 Duncan, OK ABBI / Evolution Challenge

Apr 17 Atoka, OK ABBI / ClaimABull

Apr 18 West Sunbury, PA 724-421-5601 ABBI / Buckhorn Arena

Apr 25 Ada, OK ABBI / Bar O

MAY

May 1 Atoka, OK ABBI / ClaimABull

May 2 Archdale, NC jeromedavis.com ABBI / Davis Rodeo Ranch

May 7 Fort Worth, TX ABBI Classic

May 9 Elizabeth, CO ABBI / Buckers Unlimited

May 9 Fredonia, PA 724-421-5601 ABBI / NFG

May 9 Duchesne, UT ABBI / HDBBA

May 9 Ada, OK ABBI

May 15-16 Fort Worth, TX ABBI / American Heritage

May 23 Erick, OK ABBI / Nothin But Try Ranch Yearling

May 23 North Platte, NE 308-520-5872 ABBI / UBT

May 27 Erick, OK ABBI / Nothin But Try Ranch

May 29 Porum. OK ABBI / Jenkins Ranch

May 30 Hermison, OR ABBI / HDBBA

May 30 Archdale, NC jeromedavis.com ABBI / Davis Rodeo Ranch

Keyshawn Whitehorse Wins PBR Albuquerque Ty Murray Invitational with Walk-Off 90-Point Ride

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Keyshawn Whitehorse (McCracken Spring, Utah) dominated the competition at the PBR Albuquerque Ty Murray Invitational, winning his first event title of the 2026 Unleash The Beast (UTB) Sunday afternoon at The Pit with an epic walk-off 90-point ride.

Whitehorse, one of three riders to go 4-for-4 over three days in Albuquerque, was the only one to knock down three 90-point rides inside one of the loudest arenas on tour.

Fresh off capturing the Round 2 win Saturday night dancing with Magic Hunter (90.15 points), the Navajo Nation native returned to the chutes atop the leaderboard Sunday.

Whitehorse began his high-scoring Championship Sunday run with a Round 3-best, season-high 91.60 points aboard Freightliner Fever to earn the first pick in the Championship Round bull draft. Opting into a head-to-head dance with Lights Out, Whitehorse put the exclamation mark on his flawless weekend, scored 90.75 points after tossing his helmet to the dirt and beginning his

celebration by embracing his father on the dirt.

“I dreamt of this moment my entire life and now we’re on track for a gold buckle. This is a great steppingstone,” Whitehorse said on the Paramount+ telecast.

“I went through trials and errors this season getting hurt, but I knew no matter what, I was loved by my family – my mom, my dad, my brothers, my aunts, uncles, my fiancé most importantly. No matter what, they had my back and at the end of the day, I just have to give one hundred percent, and God will take care of the rest.”

The 28-year-old recorded the best four ride scores of his season in Albuquerque and took home an impactful 191 UTB points, improving from No. 20 to No. 9 in the world title race.

Article provided courtesy of PBR. Photo courtesy of BullStock Media.

CLASSIFIEDS

Practice Pens

PISGAH, AL - TIM COX, TCB, ANYTIME, CALL FIRST, 256-996-9426

NEW MARKET, AL - EC Hunt, 5:30pm Sun., 256-683-8169

BATESVILLE, AR - James Bechdoldt, Anytime, Call First, 870-307-9923

CONWAY, AR - Mark Lindsey, Ride & Shine Cattle Company, Anytime, Call First, 501-730-4557

ELFRIDA, AZ - D Davis Bucking Bulls, 4pm Sat., Call First, 520-642-3737

LINCOLN, CA - B Bar Ranch, B Bar Indoor Arena, Rain or Shine, All Rough Stock, 916-206-4059

MARYSVILLE, CA - PacWest, 5pm Wed., Steers & Bulls, Call First, 530-751-6643

FRESNO, CA - Toro Bravo Arena, Thur. by appt., Call First, 559-577-2445

ELIZABETH, CO - Tuff Garcia, Tuff E Nuff, 6pm Mon., Rain or Shine, 970-846-0788

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO - Tuff E Nuff, 6pm Wed., Apr-Nov., 970-846-6828/3354

ALDEN, IA - Circle C Rodeo, 6pm Wed., Rain or Shine, Call for alternate dates 641-373-3625

WOODBINE, IA - Tom & Kristina Kelley, every Sun. (weather permitting). Beginner - rank bulls. Call 712-5922493

KENDALLVILLE, IN - B Bar A Bucking Bulls, Heidi Speicher, 7pm Every Thur, Call First, 260-564-5864/Troy

JACKSONVILLE, IL - Lazy C Rodeo, 10am-3pm Sun., Rain or shine, Call First, 217-245-8280

Practice Pens

JACKSONVILLE, NC - Aleck Barnard, Elite Cowboy Rodeo Assoc., Onslow Rodeo Arena, 6pm Every Other Sunday, Call First, 910-381-8597

CHANDLER, OK - JAM Bulls, 2pm Sun., 7pm Wed., Call First, 405-570-9010

SOPER/HUGO, OK - RBL Rodeo Bulls, Anytime with 4-6 hour notice, Rain or Shine, 307-461-1741

EAGLEVILLE, TN - BF Cattle Company, 2pm Sun., Jackpot, Call First, 615-336-4313

EMORY, TX - Oakes & Greene’s, 7pm Wed., 903-348-8630

LORENA, TX - Rocking S Ranch, Tue., Jackpot, Call First, 254-716-0779

MANSFIELD, TX - JC Knapp Ranch, 4pm Sun/6pm Wed., $5 at the gate to ride as many as you want, 817-223-3692

SIMMS, TX - Wilburn Bucking Bulls, 7pm Every Other Thur., 903-543-3025

PETROLIA, TX - Norris Dalton, 7pm Wed., 940-733-3020

DECATUR, TX - Cullen Calame, Denton Creek Farms, Call First, 940-393-3730

NOCONA, TX - 4x Arena, Call First, 501-944-1907

NOCONA, TX - Locke Bucking Bulls, Call First, 940-872-0733

WILLS POINT, TX - Austin Arena Bulls, Barrels, & Poles. $10 per ride/run or $25 for all you can ride. Bulls for all ages. 214-7265799

Livestock Layovers

BATESVILLE, AR - James Bechdoldt, White River Rodeo, 870-307-9923

RAYMOND, IL - Randy Littrell, Shop Creek Cattle, 217-556-0551

Livestock Layovers

MARYSVILLE, KS - Gary Hershey, 4H Bucking Bulls and Marysville Sale Barn, Call First, 785-292-4952

LAKE CHARLES, LA - Keith Strickland, Deep South Rodeo Genetics, 337-304-1493

SALEM, MO - Hwy 32 & 72, Salem Livestock Auction, 573-729-8880

HELENA, MT - Jim Horne, Bull Horne Ranch, 406-459-5706

FERNLEY, NV - Nathan Pudsey, Circle P Bucking Bulls, 775-750-2168

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Livestock Layovers

CLAYTON, NM - Justin Keeth, Lazy J 3 Bucking Bulls, 575-447-0877

BETHESDA, OH - 15 Miles off I-70, TCB Ranch, 304-281-4530

SOPER/HUGO, OK - RBL Rodeo Bulls, Anytime w/ 4-6 hours notice, 307-461-1741

BOX ELDER, SD - Gus “Duane” Aus, Lazy Heart O Ranch, 605-923-3426

BUCHANAN, TN - Parsons & Milam 731-642-8346

CLARKSVILLE, TX - Brian Agnew, BA Livestock, 903-669-9189

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Livestock Layovers

DUBLIN, TX - Mike Godfrey, Godfrey 4X Cattle, 817-235-2852

MANSFIELD, TX - JC Knapp Ranch, JC Knapp Rodeo, 817-223-3692

MIDLAND, TX - Ted Norton, Norton Bucking Bulls, 432-413-8433

DECATUR, TX - Cullen Calame, Denton Creek Farms, 940-393-3730

SIMMS, TX - Near I-30 Texarkana, Wilburn Bucking Bulls, 863-381-2799

CHEYENNE, WY - Floyd & Ann Thomas, TTnT Ranch, 307-778-8806

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Western Wanderings

a cowboy’s lantern

If you wake from your slumber at three in the morn

You’ll likely find Cookie awake

He’s workin’ the dough for the biscuits And getting them ready to bake

He has an old friend right there with him

It hangs from the top wagon rail

That old cowboy’s lantern is welcome

As it hangs from a rusty nail

Cookie lights that hurricane lantern

Till the flame is a soft, even glow

The hurricane glass protects that flame

From the wind when it starts to blow

That lantern goes with him whatever he does

Like cooking bacon now sizzling and hot

Or checking the coffee to settle the grounds

And stirring them beans in the pot

Little Mary has his own cowboy lantern

When he waters the teams at the creek

It helps him to see the path clearly

By Kelly B. Robbins

And the horses all like his technique

When the sun’s finally up, Cookie blows out the flames

Those lanterns helped start a fine day

After carefully refilling them both with coal oil

Little Mary carefully puts them away