Scottsdale, Arizona – Braden Johns, a renowned horseman and founder of Braden Johns Performance Horses, is currently in critical condition following a serious accident at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity on Monday, October 14, 2024.
The incident occurred during a competitive run when Braden was thrown from his horse, resulting in several severe injuries.
Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with his horse flipping over and landing on him after his calf slipped under the animal.
Braden sustained multiple broken bones and a brain bleed from the impact and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Friends, family, and fans have rallied around Braden, sharing prayers and messages of support on social media.
Kade Chapman, a friend of Braden’s, shared, “Keep the prayers coming for Braden Johns…he has a couple of broken bones and a brain bleed.”
Many others expressed similar sentiments, with Rosie Williams commenting, “Praying for Braden Johns,” and Christie Hayes adding, “Continued prayers for this young man for the bleed to stop, and healing of brain.”
Braden remains unconscious as medical staff work tirelessly to stabilize his condition, and the equestrian community holds its breath for further updates.
The thoughts and prayers of many are with Braden, his family, and his fiancée, Hannah Swanbom, during this difficult time.