‍ ‍ They are headed to The Junior High Nationals Rodeo Finals to compete. The LCRA
sponsored their trip which is in Guthrie, OK.
The National Junior High Finals Rodeo (NJHFR) is the premier championship event for junior high (middle school) rodeo athletes in the United States and Canada, organized by the National High School Rodeo Association (NHSRA). Dates for it are on June 21–27, 2026. This is a major youth rodeo event where top qualifiers (roughly 1,000 competitors) gather from states, provinces, and some international areas (e.g., Australia, Mexico) to compete. Athletes are typically in grades 5th–8th (under 16 as of August 1st of the rodeo year).
Events Competitors participate in events such as: Barrel Racing, Pole Bending, Goat Tying, Breakaway Roping, Tie-Down Roping, Chute Dogging, Team Roping, Ribbon Roping, Junior Bull Riding, Bareback Steer Riding, Saddle Bronc Steer Riding & Shooting Sports (.22 caliber rifle)
Check it our at www.nhsra.com

Prizes include thousands of dollars in scholarships and awards. The event also crowns world champions in various categories and team/all-around winners.

Background and Qualification:
The NHSRA Junior High Division started in 2004 as a feeder program for high school rodeo. Athletes qualify through their state or provincial associations by performing well in local and regional rodeos.