DURANT, OKLAHOMA (RFD News) — High school senior Kolt Mendenhall has turned his passion into an opportunity to compete at the next level.
Mendenhall has signed with the Southeastern Oklahoma State University team as he looks to continue his career in saddle bronc riding. He says growing up on a cow-calf operation helped spark his interest in the sport.
“I grew up on a ranch in South Dakota with my dad. In 2020, we decided to move down here. It’s better cow country,” Mendenhall said. “I’ve been going to rodeos all my life and riding horses before I could walk. It’s been great.”
As he prepares for his next steps, Mendenhall says his early experiences with the team have been nothing but positive.
“It’s a great school. I’ve been going there and practicing every Tuesday,” he said. “I’ve been getting to know everyone. I have a great coach.”
Mendenhall says he’s eager to improve his performance and see how far he can go in the sport.
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