Some 35 bullriders from Nebraska and seven other states competed in the 29th annual Gateway to the Sandhills Bullride at the Niewohner Arena in Albion last Saturday night, March 16. Nebraskans won the top two placings, with Cooper Kursave of Arcadia in first place and Ben Wood of Greeley finishing second. About 800 people attended the event sponsored by Albion FFA Alumni.