A cowboy in the making

  • Ty Ralston shows the buckles he won. In addition to the buckles, Ty won a new customized saddle. courtesy photo
    Ty Ralston shows the buckles he won. In addition to the buckles, Ty won a new customized saddle. courtesy photo
  • A cowboy in the making
    A cowboy in the making

Ty Ralston is working his way up the rodeo chain. This year Ty is proud to say that he was fortunate enough to end up as the American Cowboy Association’s Champion Ranch Bronc Rider. Ralston won a round, ended up third in a round and placed second in average for this years finals.

Ralston says he has been rodeoing for about three years. He loves bronc riding.

Ralston said, “I am so thankful to my parents, family and friends for all their support and to Kreg Hilbert, Doughboyz Pizza and Jean and John Varner, Mid America Farm Center. Without them, I couldn’t have done it.”

“I am so thankful for the opportunity to do what I love and to live the lifestyle I get to live,” said Ralston.

Ralston is the son of Lora Ralston, of Depew, and Cody Ralston, of Cushing, and the grandson of Pat and James (Russ) Russell, of Bristow, and Eddie and Mitzi Ralston, of Depew.