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13-year-old Mount Isa rider heads to US youth finals

Source: ABC News Australia · 21 Sep 2026, 23:04 UTC
13-year-old Mount Isa rider heads to US youth finals
Image: ABC News Australia · original report

A 13-year-old Kalkadoon and Pitta Pitta cowgirl from Mount Isa is travelling to two youth world finals in the United States. The Mount Isa Rodeo has committed $10,000 to support her and other young outback riders.

A 13-year-old cowgirl from Mount Isa is heading to two youth world finals in the United States, according to ABC News. The rider is Kalkadoon and Pitta Pitta and is competing in bull riding. Her trip is being supported by the Mount Isa Rodeo, which has committed $10,000 as it increases its backing for young outback riders.

The supplied material does not name the rider, identify the finals or give the dates of the competitions. It also does not state how she qualified, what events she will enter beyond bull riding or how the funding will be distributed. The commitment forms part of a broader effort by the rodeo to support the next generation of riders.

No comment from the rider or details of other supported competitors are included in the available report.

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