Vetericyn Animal Wellness Invests in Rodeo Athlete Ambassador Team

Vetericyn, a leader in equine wellness products, recently launched its inaugural Rodeo Athlete Ambassador Team. The team is comprised of a diverse group of professional rodeo competitors that embody strong values in equine health.

“The athletes, fans and supporting organizations that bring the sport of Rodeo to life are ingrained with core values that strongly align with our brand and company’s mission. The athletes represent the unprecedented patriotism, work ethic and grit found in this community and generate a cause we are proud to be a part of,” said Scott Van Winkle, VP of Vetericyn.

2022/2023 Vetericyn Rodeo Athlete Team includes the following athletes:

• Jesse Brown: With the recent win at The American Rodeo in steer wrestling, this Oregon native and 2-time NFR qualifier has a family heritage competing in the PRCA.
• Shane Hanchey: World titles in tie-down roping do not come easy and Shane Hanchey is proud to have one to his name, along with 12 qualifications to the National Finals Rodeo.
• Taylor Hanchey: The first WPRA member to qualify for the NFR in two events, Taylor Hanchey has competed in both barrel racing and the more recently sanctioned event by WPRA, breakaway roping.
• Stevi Hillman: Barrel Racer Stevi Hillman has built her success from the ground up, training and breeding the horses for her competitions. Her long list of career rodeo highlights including qualifying for the NFR 5 times.
• Blake Knowles: 5-time NFR Qualifier Blake Knowles has competed in steer wrestling since 2002 and comes from a family tree of rodeo ambassadors and champions.
• Tyler Pearson: Oklahoma’s Tyler Pearson has a long list of career highlights, including 5 NFR qualifications with one of those bringing a world title earned in 2017.
• Trey Yates: Throwing a loop since a very young age, Trey Yates is a third-generation team roper with a competitive nature that runs through his blood. Trey is a 2-time NFR qualifier and was the 2018 aggregate champion.

“We are delighted to have such a dedicated team to represent Vetericyn. Everyone we have partnered with is already an avid user of Vetericyn products and we look forward to reaching more equine enthusiasts through their experiences with our products,” said Geoff Hamby, Director of Marketing for Vetericyn.

As a company committed to developing the most safe, effective and innovative equine wellness products on the market, Vetericyn has recently doubled down on equine health with new product innovation and educational resources to help horse owners, livestock producers and pet owners care for their animals. The Rodeo Athlete Ambassador Team will help provide educational resources for animal owners and how Vetericyn products are depended on for their horses, livestock and animals at home.