Riding for My Father | Honolulu News

Twenty-year-old JJ Saragosa rode into the spotlight at the Makawao Stampede, honoring his late father’s legacy and chasing his own dreams on the bull. Tragically, his dad died at 30 in 2014, but his spirit lives on — even in the rainbow Gerald saw over the arena, which felt like his brother’s guiding presence. JJ, who qualified for the next round and faced off against a fierce bull named Watermelon Moonshine, saw it as a personal test from his dad. The roar of the crowd made him feel like a superstar, and the ride became a powerful symbol of resilience — a message he wants everyone to remember: life may knock you down, but true victory is rising again — again, and again. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7e8c38004402a0e3