Dylan Grant, a 24-year-old professional bull rider from Laramie, Wyoming, tragically lost his life on April 3, 2025, during the Xtreme Bulls event at the Wharton County Youth Fair in Wharton, Texas. After being bucked off a bull, he was stepped on, leading to fatal injuries. Despite immediate medical attention and airlifting to Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center in Houston, he was pronounced dead. Read more about the tragic event.
Career Highlights
- Professional Milestones: Dylan obtained his Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) permit in 2018 and earned his PRCA card on February 14, 2024. Throughout his career, he competed in various PRORODEO and Xtreme Bulls events, amassing over $15,000 in earnings. Explore more about PRCA events.
- Notable Achievement: In 2021, while representing the University of Wyoming, Dylan clinched the bull riding title at the Mountain States Circuit Finals Rodeo with a combined score of 169.5 points over two rounds. Find out about his achievements here.
Community Impact
The rodeo community is mourning the loss of a talented young cowboy. Kendra Santos, a prominent figure in the rodeo world, expressed profound sadness, stating, “Our rodeo family lost a talented young cowboy last night. There are no worthy words of sympathy at a time of such profound shock and sadness.” Read more tributes.
Tributes and Memorials
Tributes have poured in from fellow riders, fans, and community members, all highlighting Dylan’s dedication, skill, and the positive energy he brought to the sport. His untimely passing serves as a poignant reminder of the inherent risks associated with professional bull riding. Visit to learn more.
Additional Coverage
For more details on Dylan Grant’s life and career, you may refer to the following articles:
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- Bull rider fatally injured at youth fair in Texas, officials say
- Young bull rider trampled to death while competing in Texas
- Texas bull riding death: Wyoming bull rider Dylan Grant dies after being stepped on at Wharton County Youth Fair event
- Dylan Grant – Rodeo Contestant Biography | PRCA Sports News
- Dylan Grant – 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Roster – Rutgers Athletics
- Dylan Grant, bull rider, dies in Texas after being stepped on at Wharton County Youth Fair event
- Wyoming Pro Rodeo Cowboy Dies In Bull Riding Event In Texas
- Dylan Grant – Rutgers Scarlet Knights Forward – ESPN
- Dylan Grant – 247 Sports
- Rodeo Tragedy Claims Rising Star Dylan Grant
- Video Bull riding star killed by bull in Texas rodeo tragedy – ABC News
- Dylan Grant, Rutgers, Power Forward – 247 Sports
- Dylan Grant – Rodeo Contestant Biography | PRCA Sports News
- Dylan Grant – 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Roster – Rutgers Athletics
- DG (@iamdylangrant) • Instagram photos and videos
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- Dylan Grant – Rodeo Contestant Biography | PRCA Sports News
- Dylan Grant – 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Roster – Rutgers Athletics
- Dylan Grant, bull rider, dies in Texas after being stepped on at Wharton County Youth Fair event
- Dylan Grant – 247 Sports
- Dylan Grant – Rodeo Contestant Biography | PRCA Sports News
- Dylan Grant – 2024-25 Men’s Basketball Roster – Rutgers Athletics
- Dylan Grant, bull rider, dies in Texas after being stepped on at Wharton County Youth Fair event