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A 7-Year-Old Bull Rider Is Breaking Barriers in Arkansas

Laithan Dickerson is carving out a historic path in Arkansas. At just 7 years old, this rising star stands as the sole Black female bull rider in the state, as reported by CBS News affiliate THV11. Over the past weekend, she clinched her inaugural trophy at a state rodeo competition, earning a gold trophy due to her stellar performance.

Laithan’s father, Doc Leavy, revealed that his daughter has been mastering the art of riding since she took her first steps.

“When I see her, I know she can do it,” Leavy said. “She just goes out there and gets it done.”

Read the source article at Newsone



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