College Career: Jerome only spent one year at college before he turned pro. That one year was spent at Odessa College. In that one year, Jerome won the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s Bull Riding Championship. After his freshman year, Jerome went pro, joining the PRCA.

Pro Career: Three years into his career, Jerome made his statement; he became the PRCA World Bull Riding Champion. For the next five years, Davis would be in the top five of the PRCA and PBR standings, four of those years becoming a National Finals qualifier. In his career as a Bull Rider, Jerome’s career earning exceeded a million dollars. In 1998 tragedy struck, Davis was critically injured after being thrown from a bull, breaking his neck. This accident leaving Jerome paralyzed from the chest down. Although this accident ended his career, it did not end his life and Jerome is living proof on how you should live your life and keep moving forward. He is a true inspiration to everyone, and his positive attitude is something special.

Fun Facts: Jerome was casted as a stunt double for Luke Perry in the movie “Eight Seconds”. Jerome was awarded the “Ring of Honor” by the PBR. During High School, Davis was named the North Carolina State Rodeo Champion. Jerome also hosts his own rodeo every year “The Jerome Davis Invitational” at the Davis family Ranch in Archdale, North Carolina.