About CLN Author:
Patrick OD O'Donnell

Author Biography

The moment a bull's gate swings open—that's when Patrick "OD" O'Donnell feels most alive. From his early days riding bareback through Arizona pastures to revolutionizing the bull riding industry as President of Bull Riders Only, OD has lived the Western lifestyle he now champions as Founder of Cowboy Lifestyle Network. Growing up in Casa Grande's sunbaked agricultural heartland, he didn't just learn about horses and ranching, he lived it daily, developing the instincts and grit that would later attract 4 million followers to CLN's authentic voice.

After his baseball days at the University of Arizona, OD saw something others missed: bull riding wasn't just a sport, but was compelling entertainment waiting for the right vision. Between 1990-1997, his leadership transformed local rodeo competitions into sold-out arena events that changed Western sports forever. Today, that same pioneering spirit drives CLN's coverage of everything from championship rodeos to the quiet heroism of ranch life. When he's not building the digital home for cowboy culture, you'll find OD supporting Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, leading CLN’s 25-year Christmas Toy Drive for Arizona kids, or sharing his love of horsemanship with special needs riders through Arizona's own Horses Help. Living proof that authentic Western values still have the power to transform lives.

CLN Stories By Patrick OD O'Donnell

Music Monday Artist Feature: Nolan Sotillo

Country Music 4 years ago

Nolan Sotillo is a force to be reckoned with. In fact, when it comes to entertaining, there seems to be nothing...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Youngsters prevail at Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo 2021

Rodeo News 4 years ago

CHEYENNE, Wyo. (July 25, 2021) – The second performance of Cheyenne Frontier Days saw some first timers rising to the top...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Flatland Cavalry Releases New Album “Welcome to Countryland”

Country Music 5 years ago

Produced by Jake Gear and recorded at Nashville’s Sound Emporium Studios, Welcome to Countryland finds the band’s traditional Texas roots infused with a...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Wrangler Bob Feist Reno Championship 2021

Rodeo News 5 years ago

Billed as “the most anticipated Monday of the year,” the Wrangler Bob Feist Championship is ready for its 45th anniversary, taking...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Record Rack’s ‘Bucks for the Brave’ is Back with Spencer Boyd for 2021

American Charities 5 years ago

Mooresville, NC (June 8, 2021) – In their fourth season of partnership with NASCAR driver Spencer Boyd, Record Rack® premium wildlife feed (brand...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell