Meet John Harrison, the Houston rodeo's new barrelman and rodeo clown. He took over the role from legendary Leon Coffee this year.

Myers, a second-generation rodeo clown with over 20 years of experience, uses comedy and props to entertain audiences. As a barrelman, Myers helps draw bulls away from riders and others in the arena.

To this day, it’s a moment etched in Harrison’s mind. Coffee, one of ProRodeo’s most legendary rodeo clowns and entertainers, made sure the partnership was equal and the banter between the ...