Malani Murphy, Marana’s Mutton Bustin’ Master

Malani Murphy, daughter of Councilmember Teri Murphy, won first place in Mutton Bustin’ at the Marana Fall Festival. (Teri Murphy/Submitted) Second grader Malani Murphy doesn’t overcomplicate the sport of Mutton Bustin’.“It’s where you ride a sheep, and you try to stay on the longest to win,” Malani explained.On Oct. 17, Malani clung to her sheep for about 15 seconds before being bucked off. The time earned her first prize in the 6-year-old age group at the Marana Fall Festival. Few could be surprised, on account of Malani’s last name. She’s the daughter of Marana Town Councilmember Teri Murphy, who also rode three horses that day, winning third, second and first between several barrel racing events.

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