DARBY RODEO ASSOCIATION
Darby * Montana * USA
Youth Rodeo in Ravalli County
The Bitterroot Valley has turned out many very successful rodeo athletes.
Here we provide information about the different opportunities for young rodeo athletes to find their footing and build a great foundation for their future in the sport.
2023 RCJR Schedule
6/14
6/28
7/12
7/19
7/26
8/2
Darby's rodeo arena is home to the Ravalli County Jr Rodeo club (RCJR).
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As the host arena to RCJR we provide this page as a courtesy and will try to keep current information available here.
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RCJR is a parent-led youth rodeo club. RCJR's goal is to prepare young athletes and their families for their future in the sport of rodeo. They include traditional rodeo events such as team roping and barrel racing as well as events like dummy roping and steer riding that are designed to build skills and prepare youngsters for the rigors of the adult version of events. Admission is free. Membership is required to participate as a contestant in the events.
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For all official details, standings, and membership information please Click here to contact RCJR through their facebook page.
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There is a natural progression from Ravalli County Jr Rodeo to the Bitterroot Valley High School Rodeo Team which is a member of the Montana High School Rodeo Association (MHSRA) (also, part of National High School Rodeo (NHSRA).
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Founded in 1947 by Claude Mullins, there are currently 12,500 students in the NHSRA competing in over 1,100 sanctioned rodeos every year. MHSRA members compete at the state level for local recognition and the top four contestants in each event then qualify to compete in the National High School Finals Rodeo held in July. At the NHSFR over 1,500 contestants compete for national titles, awards and scholarships. By being a student member of the MHSRA, contestants also have an opportunity to be awarded college scholarships and scholarship assistance for continuing their educational careers. The NHSRA is an independent student athletic association that relies on the financial assistance of sponsors. For more information about the MHSRA click here.
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Bitterroot Gymkhana Club (BRGC) is a parent-led organization that provides opportunity to participate in mounted western games. Their events include pole bending, barreL racing, keyhole, figure 8, speed barrels and more. BRGC is can be a helpful starting point into the sport of rodeo.
For more information on how to participate contact BRGC through their facebook page.
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