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After getting a successful ride under his belt, Brody Redding returns for a second attempt at mutton bustin’. For his second ride, he chooses a rather unconventional method — backwards with his legs wrapped around the sheep’s neck. — The Holyoke Enterprise | Johnson Publications

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In the July 24 ranch rodeo, competitors chase down a steer in the team doctoring and trailer loading event. — The Holyoke Enterprise | Johnson Publications

Ranch rodeo gets wild and wooly

    With cowboys trying their hand at such wild things as bronc riding and kids giving wooly mutton bustin’ a shot, the July 24 ranch rodeo at Phillips County Fair was an exciting kickoff to the week’s entertainment.
    The free ranch rodeo drew a good crowd of spectators and went off without a hitch Wednesday evening. While many traveled to town for the competition, there were several familiar faces seen throwing their hats in the ring as well.

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