The cowboys of Kansas City Outlaws had quite a night recently as they took on multiple teams in the PBR league. August 3 saw the Outlaws stacked against the Arizona Ridge Riders and their clash did not disappoint. Among a number of rodeo events that were happening, one event stood out that saw a young cowboy taking his already successful season to a new level.

23-year-old cowboy, Wingson Henrique da Silva, shone brighter than the rest. His H2H event saw him soaring higher than the others and securing the top spot with his performance. However, it was a close fight.

Wingson Henrique da Silva’s close match

With nerves of steel da Silva dominated the arena, securing a near-perfect score of 87.50 points. Mounted atop the formidable bull, Short Circuit, da Silva executed impressive maneuvers that kept him in perfect sync with the powerful animal. As the dust settled, Short Circuit earned 42.50 points, and da Silva reigned supreme with 45 points, clinching the coveted top spot in the event with a grand total of 87.50 points. The cowboy also secured a $500 paycheck for his triumphant performance.

Despite da Silva’s top-notch performance, Vitor Losnake of the Arizona Ridge Riders proved to be a formidable challenger. Atop the ferocious Outlaw, Losnake secured an impressive 87.25 points that saw him settling for a second-place finish. Despite being close on the points tally, da Silva has left his fellow colleague quite far in the season standings. In 2023 Unleash The Beast Rank, da Silva stands tall with a number 4 rank. In fact, throughout the year, he has accumulated an astounding 851.5 Unleash The Beast Points and in 2023 alone he has raked in a total earnings of $324,000. With 40 rides and 108 outs so far, his tenacity and talent have undoubtedly placed him at the forefront of professional bull riding. His impressive performance can also be credited to his current coach and former legendary bull rider who joined the Kansas City Outlaws just last year.

The legendary J.W. Hart

Only last season, the newly formed Kansas City Outlaws made the legendary J.W. Hart their inaugural coach. With an impressive record of competing in a staggering 197 consecutive premier series events, he has rightfully earned his name of Iron Man. He has brought his winning mentality and instilled it into his players like da Silva who is emulating Hart’s legendary performances. Over the course of his illustrious 15-year professional riding career, Hart has accumulated a host of prestigious honors, solidifying his status as a bull riding legend. In 1994, he was awarded the coveted Rookie of the Year title, marking the beginning of his meteoric rise to prominence in the PBR.

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However, it was in 2002 that Hart etched his name in history as he clinched the ultimate prize, becoming the PBR World Finals Champion. Later in 2004, Hart continued to display his prowess by claiming the Challenger Tour Champion title. In recognition of his remarkable contributions and achievements, J.W. Hart was deservedly inducted into the esteemed Ring of Honor in 2009. This honor is a testament to his enduring impact on the world of bull riding and the profound influence he has had on the sport’s growth and development. As Hart continues to impart his valuable knowledge and experience to the Outlaws, the future looks bright for the bull-riding fans of Kansas.

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