MOORMAN WINS FIRST BFO WORLD TITLE
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Chance Moorman clinched his inaugural Bullfighters Only (BFO) world championship title at the 2025 BFO World Championships presented by Greenstone, capping a remarkable journey from a wide-eyed teenager to the pinnacle of freestyle bullfighting.
The 25-year-old from Lytle, Texas, sealed the overall season title despite finishing second in the Las Vegas event finals, held Dec. 11-13 at the Downtown Las Vegas Events Center. Moorman entered the championships with a commanding 15,000-plus point lead in the standings, built on consistent performances throughout the year, including strong showings at international events. In the Dec. 13 championship round, he scored 90.5 points, trailing only event winner Daniel Alcala, who posted 92.
Moorman’s path to the title began in late 2017, when the then-17-year-old attended a BFO development camp near Houston. The son of seasoned bullfighter Cody Moorman, he grew up honing his skills by practicing moves on the family dog, pretending it was a bull. At the camp, BFO founder Ross Hill initially hesitated to let the baby-faced newcomer face a live cow due to his youth. But when given the chance, Moorman executed a flawless front flip over the animal, earning immediate recognition.
“Ross saw something special in Chance right away,” said Aaron Ferguson, founder of BFO. “He nicknamed him ‘Codd Murphy’ and took him under his wing, guiding him through those early days. Watching Chance become world champion is a dream come true, especially knowing how proud Ross would be.”
Hill, who tragically died in an ATV accident in 2021, played a pivotal role in Moorman’s development, instilling discipline and technique that propelled him through the ranks. Despite ups and downs, including injuries and fierce competition, Moorman persevered, drawing inspiration from his late mentor.
To further refine his craft, Moorman has traveled to Spain on three separate occasions, immersing himself in traditional bullfighting culture to learn about fighting cattle. Most recently, he competed in street and plaza events, experiences that have enhanced his style as evident in his tight passes and elevated jumps.
In 2025, Moorman shone at two BFO events in Spain. At the competition in La Vall, he placed second behind Spanish standout Daniel Alcala. He then claimed victory at the prestigious Castellon Plaza de Toros, showcasing his growing international prowess.
“The weight of what I’ve accomplished is setting in. Dreams really do come true through pure obsession. None of this would have been possible without God and the people He sent to help me along the way.” Moorman said after the victory. “I want to take a moment to thank those who supported me from the very beginning. To Ross Hill and Aaron Ferguson, and everyone who donated to my GoFundMe to help get me to my first camp—none of this is possible without you. Thank you all for believing in and supporting me.”
The championships featured intense matchups among the top 12 bullfighters, with Alcala making history as the first Spanish athlete to win the Las Vegas event by topping all four rounds. Other finalists included Cole Pfister (88.5 points) and Alex McWilliams (87).
BFO, founded in 2015, promotes freestyle bullfighting as a standalone sport emphasizing athleticism, style and control in 60-second judged bouts against aggressive bulls. The event drew crowds during National Finals Rodeo week, with tickets starting at $40.
“Chance’s story embodies the spirit of BFO—raw talent, hard work and heart,” said BFO co-founder Joey Austin. “He’s not just a champion; he’s a testament to what this sport can inspire.” No one loves freestyle bullfighting more.
BFO was founded by bullfighters and is Freestyle Bullfighting’s Premier Professional League. BFO features an international roster of elite athletes competing against the most treacherous fighting bulls for the largest purses in the history of the sport. BFO is committed to the humane treatment of our extraordinary animal athletes.