Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo in Taylor

  • Cameron Blodgett, 17, left, entered in steer wrestling (called chute dogging here), Bryden Gonzales, center, 18, entered in bull riding, and Talan Espinoza, 18, also entered in bull riding, wait for their time in the competition arena during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Cameron Blodgett, 17, left, entered in steer wrestling (called chute dogging here), Bryden Gonzales, center, 18, entered in bull riding, and Talan Espinoza, 18, also entered in bull riding, wait for their time in the competition arena during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 11-year-old Garrett Nalley, a bareback rider from Rochelle, Texas, gets ready for competition during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    11-year-old Garrett Nalley, a bareback rider from Rochelle, Texas, gets ready for competition during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Colt Keller, 13, a bareback rider from Bellville, Texas, gets ready for competition at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Colt Keller, 13, a bareback rider from Bellville, Texas, gets ready for competition at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 16-year-old Jacki Gayle, a bull rider (the only female in this event) from Odessa, Texas, prepares to carry the American flag into the arena at the start of the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    16-year-old Jacki Gayle, a bull rider (the only female in this event) from Odessa, Texas, prepares to carry the American flag into the arena at the start of the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 16-year-old Jacki Gayle, a bull rider (the only female bull rider on this evening) from Odessa, Texas, presents the American flag in the arena at the start of the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    16-year-old Jacki Gayle, a bull rider (the only female bull rider on this evening) from Odessa, Texas, presents the American flag in the arena at the start of the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 5-year-old Colt Fletcher of Leggett, Texas, who participated in Mutton Bustin’ and calf riding, is assisted by his father Tanner Fletcher as he prepares to compete during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    5-year-old Colt Fletcher of Leggett, Texas, who participated in Mutton Bustin’ and calf riding, is assisted by his father Tanner Fletcher as he prepares to compete during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 5-year-old Colt Fletcher of Leggett, Texas, was ready for action in both Mutton Bustin’ and calf riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    5-year-old Colt Fletcher of Leggett, Texas, was ready for action in both Mutton Bustin’ and calf riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 8-year-old Levi Fletcher of Leggett, Texas was excited to compete calf riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. His cousin, 5-year-old Colt Fletcher, was also competing. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    8-year-old Levi Fletcher of Leggett, Texas was excited to compete calf riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. His cousin, 5-year-old Colt Fletcher, was also competing. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 12-year-old Shilow Wilson, a saddle bronc rider from Coldspring, Texas, is joined by his parents, Amber and Jeff Wilson in a prayer for his safety during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    12-year-old Shilow Wilson, a saddle bronc rider from Coldspring, Texas, is joined by his parents, Amber and Jeff Wilson in a prayer for his safety during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 7-year-old Rylee Nalley of Rochelle, Texas rests up before taking part in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    7-year-old Rylee Nalley of Rochelle, Texas rests up before taking part in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 4-year-old Rolando Ruiz of Thrall prepares to compete in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    4-year-old Rolando Ruiz of Thrall prepares to compete in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 4-year-old Stella Reyna of Killeen, wearing her protective gear, is ready to compete in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    4-year-old Stella Reyna of Killeen, wearing her protective gear, is ready to compete in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 7-year-old Rylee Nalley of Rochelle, Texas takes a tumble during Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    7-year-old Rylee Nalley of Rochelle, Texas takes a tumble during Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Sarah Lawrence holds on during Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Sarah Lawrence holds on during Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Jasper Gulbranson participates in Mutton Bustin’ during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Jasper Gulbranson participates in Mutton Bustin’ during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 5-year-old Indie Parnell of Temple proudly shows off the buckle she won for being the top competitor in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    5-year-old Indie Parnell of Temple proudly shows off the buckle she won for being the top competitor in Mutton Bustin’ at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Colt Keller, 13, of Bellville, Texas competes in bareback riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Colt Keller, 13, of Bellville, Texas competes in bareback riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Garrett Nalley,11, of Rochelle, Texas competes in bareback riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Garrett Nalley,11, of Rochelle, Texas competes in bareback riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Cora Baylee Mayer, 16, competes in girls breakaway roping at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Cora Baylee Mayer, 16, competes in girls breakaway roping at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 12-year-old Shilow Wilson of Coldspring, Texas competes in saddle bronc riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    12-year-old Shilow Wilson of Coldspring, Texas competes in saddle bronc riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 12-year-old Shilow Wilson of Coldspring, Texas winds down after competing in saddle bronc riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    12-year-old Shilow Wilson of Coldspring, Texas winds down after competing in saddle bronc riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 12-year-old Shilow Wilson of Coldspring, Texas, left, is embraced by his father Jeff Wilson after Shilow competed in saddle bronc riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    12-year-old Shilow Wilson of Coldspring, Texas, left, is embraced by his father Jeff Wilson after Shilow competed in saddle bronc riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 14-year-old Cody Hernandez competes in chute dogging at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    14-year-old Cody Hernandez competes in chute dogging at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 9-year-old Logan Goodale competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    9-year-old Logan Goodale competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 8-year-old Harper Buddin competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    8-year-old Harper Buddin competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 11-year-old Tylee Tuerck competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    11-year-old Tylee Tuerck competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 16-year-old Nicole Klehr competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    16-year-old Nicole Klehr competes in barrel racing at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 5-year-old Colt Fletcher competes in calf riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    5-year-old Colt Fletcher competes in calf riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 16-year-old Jacki Gayle, left, of Odessa, Texas moves quickly away from a bull after competing in bull riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    16-year-old Jacki Gayle, left, of Odessa, Texas moves quickly away from a bull after competing in bull riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Bull rider Travis Lopez, Jr., 16, gets assistance from bullfighters after being thrown by a bull during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Bull rider Travis Lopez, Jr., 16, gets assistance from bullfighters after being thrown by a bull during the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • 18-year-old Noble Ohland competes in bull riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    18-year-old Noble Ohland competes in bull riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
  • Bryden Gonzales, 18, competes in bull riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    Bryden Gonzales, 18, competes in bull riding at the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo, held at the Williamson County Expo Center on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association. Photo by Andy Sharp.
    The Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo was held at the Williamson County Expo Center in Taylor on Saturday, June 21.  Now in its second year, the rodeo showcases athletes 18 or younger. The event is coordinated by the Bill Pickett Youth Rodeo Association.    Photos by Andy Sharp...

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