Indian National Finals Rodeo Rider Dies After Tragic Accident During Event


Jodi Rave Spotted Bear

Jodi Rave Spotted Bear

November 14, 2012

As Jessica Janner of KTNV-Las Vegas has reported, Indian country has tragically lost a young bronc rider at the Indian National Finals Rodeo. The event features the top Native cowboys and cowgirls annually. On Saturday, 25-year-old J.D. Jones of Goodman,...read more

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