For some people when you mention the word Clydesdale horses, they think beer. But in the world of PBR, that word can only mean one thing; the world champion six-horse hitch of Express Services.
Bob Funk, chairman of the board, chief executive officer, and founder of Express Employment Professionals rides them into the arena at least once every year. He created the team in 1996 as a way to give back to the community that has brought him so much happiness as well as success.
These gentle giants, standing up to eight feet in height, are always popular with the fans as they can get up close and pet them while attending the PBR FanZone. When not at the PBR, the Clydesdales team travels with their handlers across North America, promoting Express Employment Professionals, competing in international equine competitions and attending promotional events for Children’s MiracleNetwork.
If I heard the announcer correctly, this year they were here at the PBR showing off their new cart specially designed by the Mercedes Benz car company. The one that helped them win Calgary Stampede’s World Champion Six- Horse Hitch Competition.
Yes, they have their own FaceBook Page!
