Countdown to NFBR: #11 Danielle Lowman

Name: Danielle Lowman
Hometown: Gilbert, AZ
Rank: 11th
2023 Winnings: $82,816
2023 Catch Percentage: 60%
Career Earnings: $247.247
NFR Qualifications: 2
Biggest Win of 2023: I was 2.0 at Tremonton, UT. On a personal level, I got to season my third string horse toward the end of the year. He really stepped up when I needed him.
Horse(s): Ruf N Shine ”Shi’biz” – 8-year-old chestnut mare; Boomer Reygn “Boomer” – 10-year-old bay gelding.
Strategy for NFR: My strategy is just to rope all 10 and let the cards fall where they need to fall.
Saddle: DHS 13.5 inch seat
Ropes: Striker and Viper 10.0
Horse Leg Protection: Classic Equine front and back
Jeans and Shirts: Wrangler
Hat: Shorty’s Caboy Hattery in Oklahoma, City
Must haves in truck and trailer: I’ve got to have a phone charger, snacks, and my sunglasses!
Motto: Believe in yourself.
What defines a champion: A champion never gives up.
Favorite Food on the Road: Steak and anywhere that has great breakfast.
Traveling partners: Anyone and everyone.
Advice: Be great, no matter the circumstances.

Laura Lambert resides in Wiggins, Colo. with her husband, Ricky and two sons, Brayden and Boedy. She attended the University of Northern Colorado while studying economics. She is an accomplished rodeo athlete and barrel horse trainer along with being a life-long sports fan. Over the years, Laura has been active in journalism in a variety of roles. While continuing to cover western sports and country music, she is currently enjoying expanding her reach into multiple sports including MLB, NFL, and WNBA. Laura covers the Houston Astros, Texas Rangers, Detroit Tigers, Colorado Rockies, Toronto Blue Jays, Miami Marlins and Rodeo for On SI. You can reach her at lauralambertmedia@gmail.com