Clay O’Brien Cooper
A very young Clay O'Brien Cooper heeling for Danny Costa.
Breaking Bad Habits
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Heelers can gain all kinds of helpful information by processing what they see unfolding in front of them throughout a run.
Words of Wisdom
Let's See It: Taking Advantage of Every Visual Cue
Jake and Clay standing on either side of a trophy saddle.
what it takes
"If they write an epitaph on my life, I want it to say that my life was about more than winning."
Clay O'Brien Cooper heeling on bay horse.
words from the champ
Riding Is as Important as Roping at the Highest Level
Clay O'Brien Cooper roping in arena with mountains in the background
Words from the champ
The Battle of Making All Moving Parts Work as One
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WISE WORDS
The Art of Timing Steers 
Clay O'Brien Cooper heeling on one of his favorite horses: Ike.
Special Horses: My Big Three
Andrew Ward and Buddy Hawkins walk across the stage after winning the 2022 The American Rodeo.
If You Can See It, You Can Do It
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Getting Where You Need to Be
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Winning When You’re Down
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