Bullet (mascot)
Bullet | |
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University | Oklahoma State University |
Conference | Big XII |
Description | horse |
First seen | 1984 |
Bullet is the name of the horse that is ridden by the "Spirit Rider" at
The first Spirit Rider horse, a black mare named Della, was owned by John Beall Jr., who served as the original Spirit Rider at OSU.
In addition to riding Bullet during football games, the Spirit Rider is charged with the task of taking care of the horse, such as cleaning Bullet's stall at the OSU Equine Center, feeding and exercising Bullet every day and bathing Bullet three times a week.
In 2001, Bullet was one of three finalists for the MD Barns Silver Spur Award presented by the American Quarter Horse Association. The award honors American Quarter Horses that have made a significant impact on the lives of others and created a favorable perception of the breed.
References
- ^ "Spirit Rider: Riding With Cowboy Pride". Archived from the original on 2008-09-30. Retrieved 2008-01-26.
- ^ Spirit Rider charges into OSU history