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

Running with the Bulls in Cave Creek Az

Country Living 15 years ago

CLN talks to the funny and wacky people who run with the bulls in Cave Creek, AZ. This running with the...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Youth Goat Tying Video

Rodeo News 15 years ago

Watch as these little cowboys and cowgirls get down with some Youth Goat Tying Video. It is amazing how much skill...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Youth Pole Bending Video

Rodeo News 15 years ago

For the best videos on Youth Pole Bending you have got to see these demonstrations.

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Cutting Horses

Learn About Rodeo 15 years ago

In cutting, it is the job of the horse and rider to cut out a cow from the herd and keep...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell
Youth Tie Down Roping Photos

Rodeo News 15 years ago

Youth Tie Down Roping Photos is an event in rodeo where rider is timed while they try to rope and restrain...

By Patrick OD O'Donnell