About
Born and raised in northeast Oklahoma, Matt West has always been fascinated with the cowboy lifestyle. Growing up in a rural area, West was exposed to the rodeo world at an early age and therefore began taking in knowledge that would later prove to be quite useful in his chosen career.
After receiving a degree in agriculture from Northeast Oklahoma A&M and then attending Oklahoma State University, it was a dare that put Matt behind the microphone for the very first time. Since that time he has made a career out of announcing professionally and with his unique style and the blessings of som of the industry’s top professionals, he continues climbing the ladder of success. Mild-mannered and some would say shy outside the arena, put a microphone in his hand and he is transformed. With a unique enthusiasm, West believes in not only keeping fans informed but also in doing whatever it takes to keep them entertained.
Beginning his career in amateur rodeo, West has since earned his PRCA card and continues to work various PBR events across the country and even in Canada. In a short career filled with memorble moments, one of the true highlights remains being invited to announce at the PBR Built Ford Tough Series. After beginning to make a reputation for himself in the rodeo and bullriding world, Matt continues to expand his resume by adding various non-rodeo events, and doing work as a commercial voice talent. In addition, he has spent time in front of the camera serving as host of a rodeo-based television series broadcast throughout Oklahoma and looks forward to many more new opportunities that arise.
It’s his strong faith and continued family support that West credits for his quick success, but also notes that it’s his extended “rodeo family” and new friends he has the opportunity to meet along the way that keep him traveling and doing what he loves to do.
When not out on the road, this “Okie” enjoys spending his time at his home in Delaware, OK, where he has began putting together a herd of bucking bred cattle and futurity prospects. Spending time at home with family is what truly makes him appreciate the lifestyle that he is blessed to have.
