About Us

Founded in 1970, the California High School Rodeo Association (CHSRA) is an independent, non-profit student athletic association, dedicated to building sportsmanship, horsemanship and character in our youth. It was created to give junior high school and high school students with a 2.o and above grade point average the opportunity to participate and compete in the unique and challenging sport. 

CHSRA are members of the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA) and operate according to the NHSRA rulebook. There are 2 grade divisions with approximately 900 members in the nine California districts (locate districts here). Each districts hold eight to ten rodeos throughout the school year. Contestants accumulate points for placing first thru tenth place, the top five district competitors in each event qualify to go the CHSRA State Finals rodeo held in May (Junior High School Division) & June (High School Division). The top four winners in each event at the State Finals qualify to compete at the Junior High School Nationals Finals Rodeo in June & High School National Finals Rodeo in July.