2017 Dakota Community Bank PBR Bull Riding Challenge – Chad Berger Bucking Bulls

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A lineup of the Chad Berger Bucking Bulls will put the cowboys through their paces during the 2017 Bismarck North Dakota Community Bank PBR Bull Riding Challenge. The annual event takes place at the Bismarck Civic Center in Bismarck North Dakota on June 16 and 17. Cooper Tires has been a long-standing sponsor of this great bull riding event and also a proud sponsor of Chad Berger Bucking Bulls.
Be at the arena as the excitement unfolds each night at 7:30 P.M. On Friday night, 45 bull riders will take the challenge in the long round event. On Saturday night, the top 15 contestants will compete for the championship during the short round. Professional bull riding remains one of the most dangerous of all rodeo events. As such, the sport is one of the most popular with spectators.
2017 Bismarck North Dakota Community Bank Bull Riding Challenge
Built Ford Tough, Wrangler and Cooper Tires are some of the partners who sponsor the annual event, which brings all the thrills and chills of the western sport that fans have come to love. In 2016, crowd favorite Jess Lockwood started out strong with a 93 point ride. However, he ended up losing to Chase Outlaw who topped the score by amassing 179 points in all. For 2017, some of the returning popular cowboys competing in the event include:
• Jess Lockwood from Volborg, Montana has a world ranking of 2, earned 1,677.50 points as of March 30, 2017 and $161,973.33 in winnings for 2017
• Chase Outlaw from Hamburg, Arkansas has a world ranking of 3, earned 1,614.16 so far and has $82,131.19 in earnings for the year.
• Derek Kolbaba from Walla Walla, Washington has a world ranking of 5, earned 1,420 points thus far andRemove featured image$106,538.64 in monetary awards.
Chad Berger Bucking Bulls
Chad Berger has more than 225 bulls. In the last decade, Chad Berger was awarded stock contractor of the year six times. Some of the top ranking Chad Berger Bucking Bulls that might be making an appearance in the Dakota Community Bank PBR Bull Riding Challenge include:
• Floyd 345-ranked 14-ridden one time-100 percent buck-off
• Speed Demon-ranked 47-ridden one time-60 percent buck-off
• Asteroid-ranked 31-ridden four times-100 percent buck-off
• BC Circular Insanity-ranked 34-ridden eight times-87.5 buck-off
Tickets
Tickets go on sale in April and may be purchased by calling the Bismarck Civic Center at (701) 355-1370. Tickets are also available for purchase at the PBR website.
Media Coverage
When western events unfold, the Cowboy Lifestyle Network are always on hand to cover the action. They will be there to cover the 2017 Bismarck Dakota Community Bank PBR Bull Riding Challenge. Additionally, the Ak-Chin Indian Community, Earnhardt Auto Centers and Papa John’s Road Team media broadcasters will also be in attendance.[/vc_column_text][vc_masonry_media_grid grid_id=”vc_gid:1491435141855-671a9d62-f6d0-5″ include=”33491,33492,33493,33494″][vc_single_image image=”27253″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” >

Aaron Kuhl

Aaron Kuhl is a passionate advocate for the western lifestyle, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Cowboy Lifestyle Network (CLN). Growing up as an Arizona native, with a mother who worked for Wrangler Western for over 30 years, Aaron was immersed in the cowboy culture from a young age. Aaron and his sister Heather grew up watching rodeos, as their grandfather and uncle were PRCA ProRodeo cardholders. This early exposure has given him a profound understanding and appreciation for the western way of life. Aaron went to Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, AZ, then to the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, where he received a Bachelor of Science after creating his own major. This unique course of study wove together Business Marketing, Geography, Sociology, Philosophy, and Religion. After graduating from the University of Arizona, Aaron joined CLN in its nascent stages, contributing to its growth and development over the past decade. As COO, Aaron manages operations, using AI to streamline processes and analyze data, ensuring CLN remains a leading voice. With expertise in business development, he innovates and cultivates client relationships, supporting CLN’s exponential growth. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Aaron values his faith, family, and friends, which are the cornerstones of his life. This personal foundation, combined with his professional expertise, makes him a trusted and authoritative voice in the western lifestyle community. Aaron’s commitment to philanthropy is the bedrock of his personal ethos. He actively supports local Arizona organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club, Chandler Compadres, Horses Help, Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, and the American Heart Association (among others), reflecting his dedication to giving back and strengthening the community he calls home. Through his work, Aaron aims to preserve and promote the traditions of the west, ensuring that the spirit of the cowboy lives on for future generations.