From the Gridiron to the Rodeo Arena: The Journey of New York Cowboy Russ Romano

Apr 23, 2024

Join us as New York native Russ Romano takes us on a whirlwind journey from his childhood in Rochester to the adrenaline-fueled world of rodeo. Growing up alongside neighbor Gary Cicoria, Russ spent his days playing football on the neighborhood “lot,” a passion that would propel him to a career as an offensive center in the Canadian Football League.

After hanging up his cleats, he embraced a new adventure as a “cowboy contractor,” building homes and employing some of New York’s finest professional cowboys. Under their guidance, Russ learned the art of steer wrestling and embarked on a journey to rodeo fame, competing in prestigious events like the Longhorn Rodeo in Pontiac, Michigan.

Listen in as Russ shares his unforgettable experiences with rodeo legends John Downing, Jack Wiseman, and Tom Oar, as well as his interactions with football icon Tom Coughlin. It’s a tale of grit, determination, and the enduring spirit of the Rodeo Cowboy.

We hope that you enjoy.

Resources:

University of Rhode Island

https://www.uri.edu/

Yankee Football Conference

https://yankeeconference.com/

Canadian Football League

https://www.cfl.ca/

Hamilton Tiger Cats

https://www.ticats.ca/

Tom Coughlin

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tom_Coughlin

The IRA Project

https://www.facebook.com/groups/681292165259783

New York State Rodeo Museum

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1159615314694489

Beyond the Chutes Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241

Beyond the Chutes Webpage

https://beyondthechutes.show/

ParaSight Systems

https://www.parasightsystem.com/

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