A spur-of-the-moment decision to wear a helmet may have saved bull rider Willy Ives' life last August.

Louisiana native Zach Naegele has been through some of the darkest times over the past three months. He experienced how dangerous bull riding can be, nearly losing his life.

Bull rider inspiring others while returning to ride just months after being gored in the neck Zach Naegele made it back on a bull this week for the first time since February's injury. (Source: WAFB) ...

Louisiana Bull Rider Zach Naegel revealed his mental state during his recovery from a life-threatening bull riding injury.