Rodeos are BIG here in Oklahoma. We are the Horse Show Capital of the World, after all. When you mention rodeos in Oklahoma, two things come to mind; Garth Brooks’ famed song and Lane Frost.

Lane Clyde Frost, born on October 12, 1963, in Lapoint, Utah, was raised in Kim, Colorado, before moving to Oklahoma, where he developed a passion for bull riding at a young age. The son of Clyde and Elsie Frost, he began riding calves at five and quickly gained recognition, winning multiple awards in rodeo competitions. By 1981, he was the National High School Bull Riding Champion, and by 1987, he had become the PRCA World Champion bull rider. His career peaked during the "Challenge of the Champions" in 1988, where he competed against the legendary bull Red Rock, gaining significant popularity for both himself and the sport. Tragically, on July 30, 1989, Frost died at the age of 25 during a competition when he was injured by the bull Takin’ Care of Business. His legacy lives on through various tributes, including the film "8 Seconds," and he is remembered for his spirit, mentorship, and the impact he made on the rodeo community. Posthumously, protective vests became mandatory in bull riding, a change inspired by his untimely death. Frost's story remains a symbol of resilience and passion in the world of rodeo, with numerous honors and memorials celebrating his life and contributions to the sport.

Listen as Jess schools not only Tiff, but all you cousins, in the mechanics of rodeos, and Oklahoma’s treasured son, Lane Frost. 

Sources:

• Montana AG Network

• ProRodeo Hall of Fame - Lane Frost

• PBR

• National Cowboy Museum

• Wikipedia - Lane Frost

• Lane Frost.com

• ProRodeo Hall of Fame - History of Rodeo      

• OHS