NFBR Profile: Rickie Fanning #13

Hometown: Spearfish, SD

Rank: 13th

2023 Winnings: $79,481

2023 Catch Percentage: 60%

Career Earnings: $185,768

NFR Qualifications: 2

Biggest Win of 2023: Prineville, OR and Logan, Utah

Horse(s): Lavaca Sting, “Rolo” – 21-year-old bay gelding; Oke Colours, “Copper” – 7-year-old grey gelding.

Strategy for NFR: “I’m going to just try to be on the barrier every time and take my first shot.”

Saddle: Usher brand saddlery

Ropes: Viper 9.5 from Rattler

Equipment: Classic Equine boots

Jeans and Shirts: CINCH

Hat: Charlie One Horse

Must haves in truck and trailer: I like bubblers, Spark, ChapStick and snacks in the truck. I keep plenty of snacks in the trailer and then of course the essentials like my hat, boots, clothes, hay, grain, supplements, and tack.

Motto: Everything happens for a reason.

What defines a champion: A champion has determination, practice, and desire. They need to be able to mentally know how to push through failure and other obstacles. A champion is also a person who holds themselves strong no matter if they win or lose.

Favorite Food on the Road: I love Mexican and seafood if we get to sit down. While I’m driving, I eat lunchables and string cheese.

Traveling partners: My sister and sometimes my parents travel with me.

Advice: Follow your dreams and chase your goals but don’t get so caught up in them that you forget to appreciate what you already have around you.