Hemptana is thrilled to announce the solidification of our 2024-2025 Team of riders, an amazing group of professional athletes who embody the spirit of excellence and dedication. Our team riders, Arabella Cook, Jillian Zaun, and Jaden Whitman all attend different Universities and bring a diversified and extremely positive component to the team. The combined experience, attitudes and overall impact these riders have in the arena, in their communities, and with their families overwhelmingly speaks to an aligned spirit with Hemptana. These riders will be representing Hemptana and will be benefiting from our top-notch supplements and bedding needs. Hemptana looks forward to supporting the riders in multiple roles and is excited to continue to learn and grow on this journey. This partnership not only contributes to their competitive endeavors but also brings awareness to our brand and the high-quality products we offer.
Arabella Cook
Meet Our Riders 
- Hometown: Arroyo Grande, CA
- School: South Dakota State University (SDSU)
- Major: Agricultural Business
- Rodeo Events: Barrel Racing
Arabella Cook is a standout member of the South Dakota State University’s Rodeo team, The Jack Rabbits, where she serves as the Women’s Team Captain. Hailing from Arroyo Grande, CA, she is pursuing a major in Ag Business while excelling in barrel racing. She has been riding in the WPRA for 3 years and has an instinctive leadership quality that has wowed the Hemptana family since day one. She showcases her skills on her 12-year-old mare, named George, as well as her other horse, Gwen, with whom she has been traveling the country, competing in multiple states. She is a 2x Great Plains Region Reserve champion barrel racer. Arabella’s leadership, dedication and hard fighting spirit make her an invaluable member of our team. Be on the lookout as she runs in the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyoming June 2nd-June14th.
Jillian Zaun 
- Hometown: Somerset, Wisconsin
- School: Nebraska
- Major: Math
- Rodeo Events: Barrel Racing, Breakaway Roping
Jillian Zaun, who calls Somerset, Wisconsin home, balances her life between the city and the rodeo arena. She spent her senior year of high school competing in rodeos across the western United States, which solidified her passion for speed, barrel racing, and ever has continued this tradition. Now, as a Senior at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, she competes on the collegiate rodeo team while pursuing a degree in Math, as well as in the pro rodeo circuit, PRCA. She is a Great Lakes circuit finals qualifier for barrel racing. Jillian’s passion for barrel racing, her horses at home, her dedication to her studies, as well as her amazing attitude, make her an exceptional representative of Hemptana.
Jaden Whitman 
- Hometown: Whitehall, Montana
- School: Montana State University (MSU)
- Major: Business Management
- Rodeo Events: Steer Wrestling, Tie-Down Roping, Team Roping
Jaden Whitman, a sophomore from Montana State University, has been making waves in the rodeo circuit. As an incoming freshman, he set an arena record at the PRCA rodeo in Bigfork with a remarkable 3.3-second run. In the 2023-24 season, he won the steer wrestling title in the Big Sky Region, contributing to the team’s impressive performance. Jaden’s dedication and skill certainly stand out, and he is one to watch as he competes in the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyoming June 2nd-14th. His impressive skills, dedication and character make him another valuable addition to the Hemptana team.
Supporting Excellence
At Hemptana, we believe in supporting excellence both in and out of the arena. Our riders will be backed with our high-quality horse supplements and bedding, ensuring their horses perform at their best, along with other resources and event contributions. This support is a core component of a commitment to the rodeo community and our belief in the potential of these exceptional athletes.
A Partnership for Awareness
Through this partnership, Hemptana aims to bring greater awareness to our brand, our products, and the incredible talents of Arabella, Jillian, and Jaden. By supporting these riders, we hope to educate the public about the benefits of our products and the values our riders stand for. This together, is what Hemptana represents, the Farm & Ranch lifestyle, our support and commitment to that culture and industry.
Hemptana is excited to embark on this journey with Arabella Cook, Jillian Zaun, and Jaden Whitman. We look forward to a successful season and to the positive impact this partnership will have on our brand and the broader rodeo community. Together, we aim to highlight the importance of quality, dedication, and support in achieving excellence.
We will be providing updates on their performances and join us in celebrating their accomplishments throughout the 2024-2025 season.
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