Bull rider Hue Mills remembered by his community as 'down to earth'

Hue Mills, 25, from the New England was competing at Warwick Show and Rodeo Society's New Years Eve Rodeo when he was kicked by a bull while he was on the ground.

He sustained chest injuries and was taken to hospital where he later died.

The rodeo community and his hometown of Atholwood has paid tribute to Mr Mills with thousands of messages in support for his family posted on social media.

Patrick Everingham, Lismore posted on Facebook that Mr Mills was "one of the nicest most humble friendly upstanding people" he had ever met.

"His down to earth personality was one you couldn't help but admire," Mr Everingham posted.

Fords Family Store, Texas also posted that they were shocked and devastated to lose a 'great community member'.

"Devastating to lose not only one of our customers...but also a great community member," the post said.

"Our hearts and thoughts go out to the Mills family at this terrible time."

The National Rodeo Association posted: "We would like to offer our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Hue Mills who was fatally injured while competing in the Novice Bull Ride at the Warwick New Years Eve Rodeo last night".

Jacqui Davidge said: "gone with his boots on, living life large. Rest easy Cowboy. Sincere condolences to Family, friends, first responders and the committee".