Lorne Thomson
Builder/Coach/Mentor/Organizer, Rodeo
Sport:
Rodeo
Inducted:
1983
Rodeo is woven into the fabric of Medicine Hat and area. It is that sport to which Lorne Thompson has given much of his life.
Recognized as one of the top bronc riders in Western Canada in the 1920’s and 30’s, Lorne competed throughout Western North America. When the Medicine Hat Exhibition & Stampede Company was formed in 1947 he was one of the organizers – serving as president at one point and being active with its various committees through to the city’s Centennial Year, 1983. His love of horses and rodeo sport saw him racing pony chariots until he was near seventy years young.
Along with his commitment to rodeo, Lorne has shown a commitment to his city – serving as an alderman for a number of years. The Cypress Centre facility was dedicated in the honor of this fine gentleman and builder of the rodeo sport.
Details
| Inducted | 1983 |
|---|---|
| Description | Recognized as a top bronco rider in Western Canada in the 1920’s & 1930’s. Helped organize and worked with the Medicine Hat Exhibition and Stampede Company from 1947 to 1983. Raced pony chariots until he was nearly 70 years of age. Note: This inductee was originally part of the community’s 'Wall of Fame' and was transferred to the 'Sports Wall of Fame' in 2010. |
| Also Known As | Lorne Thomson Sr. |
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