Fallon Taylor facts for kids

Fallon Taylor is an American professional rodeo cowgirl. She is famous for her skills in barrel racing. Fallon became the 2014 Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) Barrel Racing World Champion. She competed in the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) seven times. Her first NFR was in 1995 when she was just 13 years old. Her amazing horse, BabyFlo, was named the WPRA/AQHA Barrel Racing Horse of the Year in 2013.

Early Life and Training

Fallon Taylor was born on July 18, 1982, in Tampa, Florida. She was the youngest of three children. When Fallon was seven, she saw a rodeo for the first time. She immediately knew she wanted to be a part of it. To help her follow her dream, her parents moved the family to Texas. This state is a big center for rodeo.

Fallon's parents did not have much experience with horses. So, they arranged for her to train with Martha Josey, a legendary figure in rodeo. Martha also trained Fallon's mare, Flowers and Money. This mare later became the mother of BabyFlo. Fallon was homeschooled so she could focus completely on her riding.

Rodeo Career Highlights

Fallon Taylor joined the Women's Professional Rodeo Association in 1990 when she was eight. She first qualified for the NFR at 13 years old in 1995. She then qualified for the next three years too. In 1995, she finished sixth in the World Standings.

At age 14, Fallon won RodeoHouston. This is one of the biggest rodeos in the world. She won $15,000, which was a huge amount for a teenager. Fallon loved being a young rider at the top level. She said she had a different view than the adults. She was just excited to be there and ride her horses. Her horses at that time were Dr. Nick Bar and Flowers and Money.

Early NFR Success (1995-1998)

• 1995 – Finished 6th in the World Standings.
• 1996 – Finished 9th in the World Standings.
• 1997 – Finished 7th in the World Standings.
• 1998 – Finished 12th in the World Standings.

After 1998, Fallon took a break from barrel racing. She wanted to explore other interests. She spent about 15 years modeling in New York City and acting in Los Angeles. She even appeared in TV shows like Two and A Half Men. During this time, she also trained horses for others.

Incredible Comeback After Injury

In 2009, Fallon had a serious accident while riding a horse. The horse bucked, and she fell, landing on her head. She fractured her skull and other bones in her face. Doctors thought she might not walk again.

But Fallon was determined. She worked incredibly hard to recover. She wore a special "halo" brace for three months. After a year and a half, she was able to walk again. Her next goal was to ride horses again. It took her another year to feel comfortable riding. Fallon says she rides even better now than before her accident. She has a stronger connection with her horse.

With her husband's support, Fallon decided to return to rodeo at age 31. She chose a young mare named BabyFlo. BabyFlo was the daughter of Flowers and Money, one of Fallon's earlier NFR horses. Fallon knew right away that BabyFlo was special.

Rising Through the Ranks (2012-2013)

In 2012, Fallon and BabyFlo started working together as a team. Fallon finished 16th in the World Standings. She won several rodeos that year. BabyFlo performed so well that she was named the PRCA/WPRA AQHA Reserve Barrel Racing Horse of the Year.

In 2013, Fallon improved even more. She finished 11th in the World Standings. She won many rodeos across the country. BabyFlo was recognized for her amazing talent. She was named the PRCA/WPRA AQHA Barrel Racing Horse of the Year.

Becoming a World Champion (2014)

The year 2014 was a huge one for Fallon Taylor. She won her first WPRA World Champion title! She earned over $276,000 that year. At the NFR, she placed in 8 out of 10 rounds. She also won two rounds. She earned over $144,000 just at the NFR. This was her first and only NFR win so far. During the NFR, she started wearing a helmet, which helped her feel more confident.

Continued Success (2015)

In 2015, Fallon continued her strong performance. She won the Rowell Ranch Rodeo. She also placed second at other big events. She earned over $187,000 that season. She finished 6th in the World Standings.

Career Summary

As of 2016, Fallon Taylor had earned over $900,000 in her career. She has one World Barrel Racing Championship from 2014. She qualified for the NFR seven times: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2013, 2014, and 2015. Fallon and BabyFlo are known for starting their barrel pattern by going to the left barrel. This is a unique style that few champions have used.

Winning the Fort Worth Stock Show (2017)

In 2017, Fallon competed in the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. This is a very important rodeo that many riders want to win. Fallon had never won it before. She won the second round with a great run. In the Championship Run, Fallon and BabyFlo ran the pattern in 16.62 seconds. This was the fastest time, and they won the event! Fallon earned over $16,000 from this win.

Awards and Recognition

• 7 NFR Qualifications
• 2013-2015 Jerry Ann Taylor Best Dressed Award at NFR
• 2014 Women's Professional Rodeo Association (WPRA) Barrel Racing World Champion
• 2018 American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Barrel Racing World Champion
• 2019 Thoroughbred Makeover Barrel Racing Champion
• 2024 Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame

Amazing Horses

Fallon has ridden some incredible horses throughout her career.

• BabyFlo (Flo's Heiress) is a chestnut mare. She was born and raised on Fallon's ranch. BabyFlo is the daughter of Dr. Nick Bar and Flowers and Money.
  • 2013 PRCA/WPRA AQHA Barrel Racing Horse of the Year
  • 2012 PRCA/WPRA AQHA Reserve Barrel Racing Horse of the Year

• Flos Nick Nack is another mare by Dr. Nick Bar and out of Flowers and Money.

Ranch Dress'n Clothing Line

In 2014, Fallon Taylor started a clothing line called Ranch Dress'n with her husband and two friends. They sell rodeo clothing like jeans, T-shirts, and saddle accessories. Ranch Dress'n also offers athletic wear, caps, and youth clothing.

Personal Life

Fallon currently lives in Whitesboro, Texas. She graduated from the University of North Texas. She became known for her unique style of dressing and riding. In 2012, Fallon married Delbert Alvarado, who was an NFL player for the Dallas Cowboys. He encouraged her to try barrel racing again after her injury. They later divorced in 2015. Fallon has a very large social media following in the rodeo world. She calls her fans "Flomies."