Cowboy Bio 

Name: Ethan Balone

Age: 21 

Marital Status: Fiance' Morgan Althauser 

Family/Children: My Mom " Barbara Silversmith", and my Dad " Don Silversmith",  I have three brothers and one sister. 


Hometown: Springerville Arizona

Native American Heritage: Navajo


Horses: (names, breeds, color) I don't own any horses

Pets that you own: (cats, dogs, fish, etc) dog: Gonzo: who is a  Boston terrier snauzer mix

Events Worked: Bull Riding


Association member of: SWIRA, PRCA, PBR


Rodeo Accomplishments: 2003 INFR world championship, I won the year end AZ Junior rodeo association 2001, State title. 


When did you start an interest in rodeo? When I was nine, I started riding calves, just kept on going. 


What other sports other than rodeo do you enjoy? I am not a big sports fan or participant but I love hunting and fishing. 



What is the funniest thing that you have seen or experienced at a rodeo? Cowboy Poker! 




What advice would you give to Indian youth about rodeo or anything in general? Look up a bull riding school that is closest to you, and enroll to get started. Or find a school near them, also if they know someone who rides bulls ask them and they will help you get started. 




What advice would you give to Indian youth who wanted to participate in rodeo but didn’t have the resources or support to get involved? Follow your dreams, and don't give up. 



Are their any songs that inspire or pump you up before you ride or rope? I like anything like ACDC, or like them. 


What would you like to see more of at Indian Rodeos? More fans and more people to attend, money purse money. 



What are/is your favorite western movie(s)? Lonesome Dove, Open Range. 



What is your favorite music? Country Music. 



What was your most memorable ride or run? Probably last round at the INFR, I drew Monkey, 
Hallup Howser bull, it wasn't my highest marked ride but it was the most memorable. 



Who is your all time hero? Ted Nuce! 




What Indian Cowboy or Cowgirl has influenced you to rodeo? 

Julias Y Begay he taught me quite a bit he's a great guy. 



Would you like to thank sponsors and or anyone for your success in rodeo? 

My Mom, I wouldn't be where I am without her, she hauls me to all my rodeos, everyone I have been to, she's my number one supporter always been there for me, she really helped me out. Also my family, they have supported me as well. Morgan Althauser, my fiance, I would like to thank her for all the support she gave.