PBR TPD Missoula MT

The summer run is almost over. Mike has traveled from coast to coast competing in the PBR - Professional Bull Riders events.

Tonight will be his last PBR TPD (Touring Pro Division) event until the BFTS (Built Ford Tough Series) starts back for the fall run leading to finals in Las Vegas.

For more info go to:

http://www.missoulafairgrounds.com/western-montana-fair/entertainment/pbr-bullorama/

http://www.pbr.com/en/tpd/schedule/2016/missoula,-mt.aspx

photo credit Terry Good/Sheri Smith

Calgary Stampede 2015

Guess who "flew in" to the Calgary Stampede! Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery, Wrangler Western, Tapped Off 4 Life
Posted by Mike Lee Professional Bull Rider on Friday, July 3, 2015

Thanks to the Calgary Stampede for inviting me to compete this year. Me and my family had a great time. The Calgary Stampede Rodeo committee always takes such good care of us. I love going to events that allow me to bring my family along with me. I'll be praying for safety for the other contestants and livestock for championship Sunday. I'm excited to ride and God willing I'll make it to the championship round and bring glory to his name and to this event! ‪#‎stampede2015‬

Taking a lap after he won the round
Posted by Mike Lee Professional Bull Rider on Friday, July 3, 2015

Calgary Stampede

Currently, Mike Lee is winning Pool A at the 

2015 Calgary Stampede!

Mike Lee was the Calgary Stampede bull riding champion in 2008 and is looking poised to win it again, Lord willing.

Watch PBR World Champion Mike Lee wins round 1 of the Calgary Stampede! He rode Moe for 87 pts. Congratulations! https://youtu.be/WrKnSlAi6Uo
Posted by Smithprollc country edition on Saturday, July 4, 2015

For more info check out The Calgary Stampede at http://www.calgarystampede.com/stampede

Mike Lee Taking First Place!

Mike Lee is having a great year!

STATS

2015  33 Events    68 Buck Outs    
Currently in 14th place in the WORLD!  
4 Wins   8 Top 5's   10 Top 10's

1st place Nampa, ID 

1st place Sioux Falls, SD

1st place Decatur, TX

1st place Odessa, TX

Posted by Smithpro LLC on Saturday, June 6, 2015

Mike Lee wins at the PBR BFTS event in Sioux Falls, South Dakota!

World Champion Mike Lee Wins PBR BFTS Sioux Falls, SD

Mike Lee once again proves why he has been at the top of the PBR BFTS, year after year. He is one of only a few professional bull riders who has been consistent in a sport that is considered to be the "toughest sport on dirt", qualifying for the PBR BFTS Finals 13 years in a row!

This win moves Mike to 15th place in the world. With the majority of the season remaining, there is lots of opportunity to move up the ranks to number one!

Mike Lee earned 530 points towards the PBR world standings.  

According to PBR.com, more than 18,000 fans attended the first ever Sioux Falls, SD Built Ford Tough Series (BFTS) event.  It was a sell out crowd both nights of competition as they cheered on the bull riders and bulls.

Mike took two of his famous, crowd pleasing lap around the arena.  When he makes the 8 second buzzer, he takes a victory lap.  This started back in the fall of 2013. After a great ride, he was naturally excited and took a lap to celebrate with the crowd.  The fans loved it and began to bring signs to the events that said things like, "Run that lap Mike", "Run Mike Run".  Mike is known for his love of his fans. He is usually the last one at autograph signings, taking extra time to meet the people who cheer him.

Mike and the PBR head to Albuquerque, NM for the next BFTS event on Mar 20-22. Be sure to watch it on line at pbr.com/live or on CBS, CBS Sports Network.

To sponsor Mike Lee, contact sheri@thelemonadedigest.com  www.smithprollc.com

Mike Lee Ends the Year in Seventh Place at PBR World Finals

Mike Lee rode the rankest bull, Bushwacker, for a 2.13 second ride at the 2014 BFTS World Finals.  He ended the season in seventh place out of 35 bull riders who made it to finals.  This ride was the last one in Bushwacker's legendary career.  On an article at the official PBR website Lee said that it was an "honor" to be the last person to ride him.      

Mike Lee at Round Two of PBR World Finals, Las Vegas

As a PBR bull rider, you never know what is going to be thrown your way.  While training methods will prepare a rider for what he may or may not experience, when the chute opens, there’s no guarantee of the outcome.  What makes Mike Lee such an excellent rider is that he has the experience and determination to take each moment as it comes and react accordingly – no matter what happens.

For Lee, round two of the PBR world finals was a perfect example of this.  Although he injured his shoulder his wife, Dana Lee, says, “Mike Lee is OK.  Has a sore left shoulder, but his head is OK.  Thank you God for keeping him safe!”

Moving into round three tonight, Lee has picked I’m Your Huckleberry to ride.  Be sure to watch the live event on CBS sports at 9 p.m. ET or the online live streaming at www.pbr.com/live

We're about to get things started here in Round 2 at #PBRFINALS! pic.twitter.com/8t6MGS95HV
— PBR (@PBR) October 24, 2014

Tough enough to wear pink night! #fightlikeagirl #toughenough

A photo posted by Dana Lee (@danalovelee) on Oct 10, 2014 at 5:40pm PDT

Mike Lee Earns 87.25 Points in Round One of World Finals

This is the week that every bull rider dreams of : PBR World Finals in Las Vegas, Nevada.

For veteran rider, Mike Lee, being in the arena with the top 35 riders in the world is a time of determination and hard work.  Not your typical day in the office, Mike approaches Finals with conviction as a dedicated athlete.  Round one proved to be a successful night for him as he earned 87.25 points on McIntyre Transports 029 Back Jackin putting him in fourth place for the night. 

@MikeLeePBR way to get Tapped Off in Round 1 @PBRWorldFinals!!! #TO4L #tenyearslater We are so proud of you! 87.25 pts on Back Jackin'!
— TAPPED OFF (@tappedoff4life) October 23, 2014

If @MikeLeePBR takes a lap on me, @jb_bullfighter look out cause I am running him down. @PBR #PBRFINALS #thatsbulltweet #notfastenough
— MickEMouse (@MickEMousePBR) October 23, 2014

Thank you God for the ride tonight and for keeping me safe #glorytogod @PBR @WranglerWestern @tappedoff4life @babybanz @OlightWorld
— Mike Lee (@MikeLeePBR) October 23, 2014

"This bull [Back Jackin] has given up just one qualified ride, but he hasn’t faced a rider as good as Lee in his 12 career outs. Expect Lee to get the job done here."
- Slade Long, Morning Line: World Finals Day 1

By Hanna Smith

Mike Lee Comes out in Top Three at Bulls on the Beach

Taking the 15 best riders in the world and pitting them against the 15 best bulls in the world on October 18th in an arena set in “Surf City” Huntington Beach, California was a battle that proved to be everything it was anticipated to be. 

Mike Lee came out in 3^rd place that weekend with 81.25 points on Ridin’ Dirty No Restraint.  This was the bull’s BFTS debut.  For achieving third-place, Lee also gained an additional 160 point bonus that closed the gap for the 2014 World Finals in Las Vegas.  

[photos by Dana Lee]

Gettin ready for tomorrow @PBR #bullsonthebeach!! pic.twitter.com/ZsVstzJtHR
— JimHaworth (@JimHaworth1) October 17, 2014

.@MikeLeePBR puts up 81.25 points (w/the option for a re-ride) against Ridin' Dirty No Restraint at #BullsOnTheBeach. He'll keep the score.
— PBR (@PBR) October 18, 2014

Schedule on the way to PBR BFTS Finals

You can find Mike Lee at the following PBR BFTS events this fall - leading up to finals in Vegas.

Sept 19-20 Laughlin, NV

Sept 26-27 Oakland, CA

Oct 3-4  Biloxi, MS

Oct 10-11 Allentown, PA

Oct 18 Huntington Beach, CA

Oct 22-26 World Finals in Las Vegas, NV

photo by Terry Good Photographer

Tapped Off 4 Life Sponsors Mike Lee!

Thanks to Tapped Off for the new gear. Excited to have y'all as a sponsor.  

Make sure you check out their website at 

http://www.tappedoff4life.com/

and like their Facebook page at Tapped Off 4 Life.

They're a great family owned company and if your local western store doesn't carry their brand ask them to start to.

Mike Lee's New Sponsor - Baby BanZ

Mike Lee is proud to announce his newest sponsor, Baby BanZ. 

Baby BanZ provides quality protection gear for infants and young children.

Lee’s initial connection with the company was through his wife Dana’s purchase of a set of Baby BanZ ear protection for their infant son, Peter.  Peter wears them to every PBR event to protect his sensitive ears against the loud sounds of the arena.  With his Baby BanZ, the Lees are able to bring Peter to his
Dad’s events so he can be part of the family action.    

In addition to ear protection, Baby BanZ provides a variety of 100% UV protective sunglasses, swim

goggles, mirrored Ski BanZ, UPF 50+ swimwear and sun hats, jackets, wet suits, swim shoes, UV sun shelters, and sunscreen. 

Click Here to view Baby BanZ products. By purchasing through this website, you can become a Fan Sponsor - your way to bless the Lee family.

Dana Lee shares how her husband responds to his big win in Thackerville, Ok.

Mike has never been one to brag about himself. When we first started dating and I’d ask how a bull riding went it was either one of two answer “good” or “not good I bucked off all my bulls”. Being a man of little words I quickly realized that “good” could mean a variety of different things. One of them being WINNING an event.

I will never forget the first time he said he did “good” and when I asked him what place he finished he told me “uh first”. I was so excited for him but so confused at the same time because if I won I’d be jumping up and down with joy wanting to yell it from the rooftops! But Mike had it figured out long before I did.

Mike is the most humble man I have ever met and proves this to me on a daily basis. He is quick to thank God for his wins but hardly ever will admit that he won an event or even did well at it because he feels like it would be bragging on himself. There is only a handful of times I can remember Mike calling me excited to tell me that he won an event or did good. After you get to know Mike you realize that just because he doesn’t jump up and down and shout it from the rooftops doesn’t mean he is any less excited!

Winning this past weekend in Thackerville was a great blessing for Mike and there are no words to express how happy it makes me to see him up there in front of everyone thanking God for his blessing. Watching Mike ride has become one of my favorite things to do. To see him do something he loves and be able to cheer him on while he does it is amazing for me. To watch his dreams come true is a dream come true for me.

When I asked Mike on the drive home how it felt to win he said “Good, really good. God really blessed me tonight.” He said he hoped he could win another one this year too. And I believe if he stays healthy he will! For now he’s just taking it one bull at a time and one event at a time. 

Mike Lee wins Thackerville, OK PBR event

Post by PBR.

The Ride Mike Lee Has Been Looking Forward to ALL Year

MIKE LEE VS BUSHWACKER

Two world champions going head to head in a match up that Mike and Bushwacker's fans have wanted to see!

Watch it tonight on pbr.com/live  to see the event we have all been waiting for!

July 16th, 2014

10pm eastern

Held in Salinas, California

Read the following on the matchup:

Lee 'Craving' and 'Dreaming' Bushwacker Matchup - PBR.com

Lee Set to Challenge Bushwacker  PBR.com

PBR Exclusive

It's Lee VS Bushwacker for $10,000  - The Californian  

TX Ranch n Rodeo 2014-07-14 by DeepEllumOnAir

Mike Lee Still On a Roll!

Summer in the PBR brings more action as Mike Lee travels the country, riding at events and teaching at bull riding schools.  

Currently, the Lee's are in Mission, South Dakota teaching bull riding to another eager bunch of cowboys.

The beginning of June you could find Mike and the entire family at the Lane Frost Memorial Christian Bull Riding and Bull Fighting School.  

Mike, Dana, Teri, and the kids had a great time working with the young people who came to learn the ins and outs of bull riding and bull fighting. They got the students on horses, steers, mini bulls, and bulls as well as learning physical training and spiritual training.

The students all had a great time riding, learning, interacting with Mike, Frank Newsom, and the Frost family.

One of the highlights of the school is when Elsey Frost comes out to share the story of her son, Lane Frost.  Many hearts were touched and changed as they heard his incredible story.  

Mike always looks forward to working with his bull riding students and even said he thinks he may see a few of these bull riders in the future!

Mike Lee is still leading in a sport where he has become a legend.  He remains in the top five bull riders in the world.  His recent wins in Decator and Asheville are not a surprise to anyone.  All his fans are thrilled to see him continue to excel in this exciting sport.

According to his wife, Dana, Mike is on a roll.  She said everything in his life is in the right place and going great.  She knows he has what it takes to take the world finals this fall and she looks forward to cheering the loudest in the stands the entire way there!

“I think he can do anything, as long as he stays healthy and believes in himself, he has the ability.”  Dana said.  She went on to share that the family is trying to help him focus on eating right, exercising, stretching his muscles daily, and remaining positive.

“He loves riding. He is getting on 6 or 7 bulls a weekend and still loves it.  He looks forward to it every week.” She continued to share.

He isn’t the only one!  With his thousands of fans, we all are right there with them, cheering him on and looking forward to every event.

For current stats go to PBR

For photos of the Lane Frost School go to the facebook page.

World Champion, Mike Lee, stays near the top of the 

2014 Built Ford Tough Series Standings. 

PBR BFTS 2014 (as of 5-2-14):

Events - 14
Top Five Standings - 5
Top Ten Standings - 10
Points - 4472.06
Current BFTS World Standings - 4th place

BFTS Career Stats:

Events - 316
Outs - 890
Rides - 448
Percentage - 50.34

Upcoming Events:
Rumble in the Rockies, Colorado Springs, Colorado - PBR BFTS - May 2-4
Last Cowboy Standing, Las Vegas, Nevada - PBR BFTS - May 9-10
Lane Frost Memorial Christian Bull Riding and Bull Fighting School, 
                                                           Lane, Oklahoma - June 9-11
Express Employment Professionals Classic, Tulsa, Oklahoma - PBR BFTS - Aug 15-16

Mike Lee is in BFTS 1st Place after St. Louis PBR Event Feb 14-16

Mike Lee, once again, continues to show the world why he still has got what it takes to be a World Champion.

Mike Lee at the BFTS event in St. Louis
Terry Good, photographer

Since the 2014 Professional Bull Riders Built Ford Tough Season has begun, Mike has consistently proven that he is one of the best bull riders in the world. With his success this weekend in St. Louis, he rises to 1^st place in the BFTS, where he has been almost all season.

His stats for 2014 are as follows 
(as of the publishing of this article)

•         1^st place in the BFTS
•          3,340.50 pts
•          7 events
•          26 outs, 16 rides – 61.54%
•          5 – Top 5’s
•          6 – Top 10’s
•     World Money $46,603.54

Career Stats

•          309 Career events
•          Career 874 outs, 444 rides – 50.8%
•          Sixth in the PBR All Time Money Earners Stats with $3,344,159.69
•          PBR World Finals Qualifications – 12 years in a row

For current stats go to his profile on the PBR website.

I asked Mike how it felt to be in 1^st place and he replied, “God is good. I don’t have anything to do with it.”

He went on to say, “It is spooky being on top. It is hard as a Christian man because pride can sneak in real easy. I have to stay humble and I know that God is in control.”

“I just live for the moment. There is a lot less stress and that is what I am trying to do. When I get bucked off a bull, I am grateful because I learned something and I trust God. I don’t get angry like I used to. I’m tired of being stressed out.”

“I’m sick of the worldly way of thinking.”

Mike Lee thanks God after every ride.
Photo by Terry Good, photographer.

I asked him if there was something he wanted to tell his fans and he gave me the answer I knew he would. 

Mike is a simple man with one thing on his mind, and that is Jesus.

“I just want to say I believe in Christ and what Jesus did on the cross. I am very appreciative and humble for the way God lived for us and died for us.”

I asked him how it feels to be a new daddy again.

“Pretty cool. He is a good baby. He likes to eat and is very healthy. He can’t go long without eating!” He shared that his wife, Dana, is doing great and they are both excited to have little Peter John Lee.

With Mike, his success isn’t based on a percentage or statistic.  He trains hard, prepares physically and mentally for each event, and tries to take each ride as it comes but he understands that he is in God’s will and completely trusts his future to Him.

The World Champion Mike Lee is a lot like the World Champion bull Bushwacker -

•      If you take the bucking out of Bushwacker he would lose who he is.
•      If you take God out of Mike Lee, he would lose who he is.

Bushwacker is retiring this year and when I cautiously brought up the subject of retirement with Mike he said,

“I don’t see myself retiring unless God tells me to.” He plans on riding bulls for years to come.

Mike shared with me that he knows talking about Jesus and God is not politically correct but that is what’s important to him and he wants to share it.  So, as I prepared this article I just couldn't separate the two in it.

Mike Lee, Professional Bull Rider
Terry Good, photographer

Mike Lee continues to hold 1st place in the BFTS with the Professional Bull Riders!

Mike Lee scores high at the Built Ford Tough Series in Oklahoma City, OK this past weekend.
He continues to hold 1st place in the BFTS standings with the PBR.
Way to go Mike!

He walked away with 684.25 points by riding -
Gear Jammer - 85.25 points
Rock and Roll Fantasy - 82.25
Jack Daniel's After Party - 86.75

Mike Lee Moves to Number One in BFTS

Mike Lee is Number One 

in the Built Ford Tough Series

He proves once again, that he's got what it takes!

Find more info at the PBR website