Erath County first grader makes history at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo with mutton bustin' ride.

Parker Wood was all smiles after receiving a perfect score on her latest mutton bustin' ride.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE

A six-year-old cowgirl from Stephenville made history at the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo’s mutton bustin' competition.

Parker Wood’s Feb. 3 ride earned her a standing ovation and perfect score, setting an arena and world record.

(Keep scrolling for a video of the big ride.)

The performance also earned her a $500 bond from Frost Bank, Justin Boots gift certificate, belt buckle and trophy.

Parker, a first grader at Hico Elementary, is the daughter of Wesley and Brandi Wood.

In 2024, she was one of the Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo’s mutton bustin’ winners.

She also won Moo-La’s mutton bustin’ competition and the Old Settler’s Reunion Rodeo in Hico last year.

Mutton bustin' is a popular rodeo event where children ride sheep.

Watch Parker's record-setting ride.