While her friends are chilling, 13-year-old Bonnie competes in one of the most dangerous sports in the world
While bull riding may be one of the most dangerous sports in the world, 13-year-old Bonnie Milgate, from Mareeba isn’t worried about climbing over a few hundred kilogram bulls and surviving a lifetime. Key points: In children riding a bull under the age of 14 riding a mini bull Riders aged 14 to 18 ride a junior bull selected for its temperament and size All riders under the age of 18 must wear a full-face helmet and protective vest Bonnie, who attends Saint Stephens in Mareeba, has been riding a bull competitively for the past 12 months and first became interested in bull riding after seeing her brother and father compete. “I grew up watching my brother do it, which inspired me to try it and it was a lot of fun,” she said. “I really enjoy the adrenaline and when you ride [to the minimum riding] that time was like no other.” Bonnie is often the only female competitor and over the last 12 months she has ridden in more than 15 competitions. Bonnie Milgate with her coach, coach and dad K