Young cowboy recovers from traumatic brain injury after Utah rodeo accident

Hoytsville, Utah (ABC4) — A young cowboy is in the hospital after having an accident while competing in a high school rodeo in Delta. Boston Langston, 16, suffered a traumatic brain injury Friday after his horse collided with a steer during a team roping competition. "We have such incredible people in our lives... they've broken up the long days and all the waiting and it's just overwhelming really. We're just so grateful," Boston's mom, Brooke Langston told ABC4.com. Boston was flown to Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City where he's spent days in the ICU. Boston's parents, Cameron and Brooke Langston, remain optimistic about his condition. Brooke Langston said they are "just celebrating little, tiny steps." "The staff that's taking care of my son... they do such an amazing job and everybody there deserves more than what they get. I couldn't be more grateful for the care that he's received," Cameron Langston said. Boston came out of sedation Wednesday and is just now beginning to react to touch. The Langstons say so many have reached out and supported them since the accident. "They tell us there's no reason not to be optimistic so we're going to ride that," Brooke Langston told ABC4.com. According to the Langstons, Boston has been a cowboy his whole life, just like his dad. Langston is currently a sophomore in high school and competes for Summit Rodeo Club. In 2023, he won "Champion Heeler." The Utah High School Rodeo Association issued the following statement after the accident: "We want to express our deep support for the Langston family during this incredibly difficult time. Boston is a valued member of our rodeo association, and we are all standing behind him and his family with love, hope, and prayers as he continues to fight and heal."