From Leicester to Rodeo Arenas: Mike Swearingen’s Journey Begins – When the Lights Came On

Jul 20, 2023

From Leicester to Rodeo Arenas: Mike Swearingen’s Journey Begins – When the Lights Came On
From Leicester to Rodeo Arenas: Mike Swearingen’s Journey Begins – When the Lights Came On

Join us for an exciting episode as we embark on the first part of Mike Swearingen’s incredible journey from Leicester, New York, to the world of rodeo. Mike, a versatile 4-event cowboy, shares captivating memories of his upbringing in Leicester, where he developed a love for breaking and showing horses. Listen as he recounts the pivotal moment when he discovered rodeo and embarked on the thrilling challenge of learning to ride saddle broncs—inspired by the pages of a book. This episode marks the beginning of Mike’s remarkable story, filled with determination, passion, and the timeless spirit of the rodeo arena

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