A very specific subset nestled within the Western industry, our beloved rodeo family is comprised of a tight-knit group. Rodeo folks see life’s challenges in a unique light, as they live a lifestyle that is unimaginable to most. They see how quickly things can change, for the better — and devastatingly, sometimes the worst. They hold similar values and have their priorities in line with what truly matters. Outside of the arena, beyond the buckles and wins, there is so much more to life. While this sounds cliché, hearing it from professional rodeo athletes has a different meaning. These individuals put their heart and soul into the sport. For many, rodeo is not only what they love, but also how they earn a living. To be able to separate their personal values from the thing that could so easily define them is a heightened level of self-awareness. When the rodeo community experiences a loss or faces a challenge, we do so as one.…