Called “the most versatile cowgirl in the history of the GRA,” Sue Pirtle won eleven World titles as all-around cowgirl, calf roper, ribbon roper, bareback rider, and bull rider. Pirtle actively promoted the image of the modern cowgirl through television, documentaries, sports competitions, and movie appearances. Dedicated to promoting the image of the women’s rodeo, she served on the board of directors of the WPRA and as a director of the GRA.
