Far down south in the grand state of Texas, where tumbleweeds roll and cowboys roam, a group of kids has discovered a different kind of fun. Say goodbye to horse riding and hello to trampoline jumping! These young Texans are soaring high, defying gravity one bounce at a time on their gleaming, bouncy trampolines. You might assume their favorite animal is the longhorn, but nope, it's the kangaroo because, like them, it loves jumping too! Enter our imaginary friend, Jumpin' Jackalope, a mythical creature with a body of a jackrabbit and antelope horns. Originally from the wild west stories, this rambunctious critter adds a whole new level of humor and mischief to the mix. Like a hare with a turbo engine, Jumpin' Jackalope can bounce higher than the tallest cowboy hat in Texas. Watching him somersault mid-air and land on his furry tail sends the kids into fits of laughter. On a sweltering Texas afternoon, when the sun's as hot as a jalapeño pepper, the kids gather in their backyard. There, under the vast blue sky, with Jumpin' Jackalope leading the troupe, the Texas Trampoline Team, as they like to call themselves, springs into action. They ricochet off their trampolines, mimicking Jumpin' Jackalope's wild antics, each bounce a testament to their enthusiasm. So, if you're ever in Texas and see a bunch of kids flipping, twisting, and laughing in their backyards, don't be surprised. You've just met the Texas Trampoline Team and their imaginary friend, Jumpin' Jackalope! Their energetic, high-flying fun is as big as the state they live in.

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