Summer rodeo season is officially here, which means it’s time for the National Jr. High School Rodeo Finals 2021 in Des Moines, IA from June 20-26, 2021. But what have these kids been working so hard for? Well, the short answer is a chance to win and compete at the National Jr High Finals Rodeo! Which falls under the umbrella of the National High School Rodeo Association. The creation of the Junior High Division has brought excitement, mentorship, and the thrill of rodeo to up-and-coming junior high students.
With each passing year, the association continues to build upon its legacy of promoting the sport, while also supporting and preparing the future leaders of our society. The National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) brings the top four members in each event from a state or province to the finals. More than 1,100 Junior High Contestants compete for the title of National Champion.
The Junior High Division is a little bit different in their events, for instance, you will see a boys’ breakaway division which you wouldn’t normally see in your regular rodeo events. They also take every measure possible to make sure the kids are safe. The first two days after check-in is spent checking equipment to give the athletes, both human and animal their best shot during the performance.
The National Jr. High School Rodeo Finals 2021 are right around the corner and we are excited to see the top 4 athletes from 43 states, 5 Canadian provinces, Australia and Mexico compete for a World Championship Title. All of the festivities are taking place between June 20th and June 26th in Des Moines, Iowa! Good luck to all the contestants!
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