Old West Journal - Heber Edition - Flipbook - Page 44
For Tripp, being at Old West wasn't just about
the competition itself. It was about the
experience — about seeing what it looks like
when the best show up, and understanding what
it takes to perform at that level.
"Just the experience," Tripp said when
describing what the day had been like. "Being
roping with Kollin and just roping with the best
of the best."
That awareness — that understanding of who
he's competing against and what it means to be
in that arena — reflects a maturity that goes
beyond his age.
WHAT DRIVES HIM
At 11 years old, Tripp Farris already has clarity
about what he wants.
When asked about his goals, he didn't hesitate.
"Win the world," he said. "Other than that, just
win everywhere I go. Just try to win."
It's the kind of answer that might sound bold
coming from an 11-year-old — except Tripp
isn't just talking. He's already doing the work.
"Practice and get better," he said when asked
how he plans to make it happen.
No shortcuts. No excuses. Just consistent effort
and a clear understanding that success in this
industry doesn't come from wishing — it comes
from preparation. And Tripp is already learning
that lesson.
Because while he might be young, he's not naive
about what it takes. He's seen his dad put in the
time. He's watched what happens when
preparation meets opportunity. And he's
building his own foundation — one ride, one
practice session, one competition at a time.
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That foundation is what allowed him to show up
at Old West and compete without being
overwhelmed by the moment. It's what allowed
him to rope alongside Kollin and hold his own
against riders with far more experience. And it's
what will carry him forward as he continues to
develop.
A LEGACY IN THE MAKING
There's something powerful about watching a
young rider follow in their parent's footsteps —
especially when that rider is still young enough
that the future is wide open.
Tripp Farris isn't trying to be his dad. But he's
clearly inspired by him. And that inspiration is
shaping how he approaches the sport, how he
prepares, and what he believes is possible.
"I've always watched him from a young age,"
Tripp said. "That's what got me into roping."
Brandon Farris gave his son more than just an
introduction to the sport. He gave him a model
for what commitment looks like. And now,
Tripp is building his own path — one that
started with watching, evolved into practicing,
and is now taking him into arenas like Old West,
where the stakes are real and the competition is
elite. For an 11-year-old, that's no small thing.
But Tripp doesn't seem phased by it. He's
focused. He's consistent. And he's clear about
where he's headed.
JUST THE BEGINNING
Competing at Old West as the youngest rider in
the field is an accomplishment on its own. But
for Tripp Farris, it's not the peak of the journey.
It's the start.
