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A comprehensive set of questions and answers related to the high school rodeo queen contest. It covers various aspects of the competition, including reined cow horse rules, national and local sponsors, mission statement, scoring criteria, horse definitions, health facts, organizational knowledge, rule book details, and event-specific regulations. This guide is designed to help contestants prepare for the written test and personal interview, offering insights into the expectations and requirements of the competition. It also includes information on points allocation, team standings, and general rodeo knowledge, making it a valuable resource for aspiring rodeo queens.
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In reined cow horse, how do you get a zero score? - correct answer bloody mouth, illegal equipment, leaving the working area before pattern is complete, fall of horse or rider, judge may blow their whistle at any time to terminate work Who are our National Sponsors? - correct answer Cinch Jeans & Shirts, Corral Boots, American Quarter Horse Association, Boot Barn, American Hat Company, Gist Silversmiths, Classic/ Rattler, Carroll Original Wear, Yeti, RMEF, Hutchinson HW Brand, Smarty, Teskeys, ProRodeo, Platinum Performance, Ram, National Reined Cow Horse Association, RFD TV, Western Horseman, Professional Choice, Slone Saddles, Outlaw Conversions, Platinum Manufacturing, NCHA, Summit Graphics, Acentric Rodeo, RidePass, NRS, WeatherBy, Kansas Orthopedic Center Who are our Local Sponsors? - correct answer Black Hills Orthopedic & Spine Center, Dutton Bits, 777, O'Reilly, Fair City, GT Golf Cars, Premier Equipment, Runnings, LMW Ground Hog, Iverson Auto, Seth McGinns CanCooker What is our mission statement? - correct answer Promote the sport of rodeo and the highest type of conduct and sportsmanship, and expose its positive image to the general public;
Personal Interview 1-50 points Prepared Speech 1-50 points Impromptu Speech 1-25 points Written Test 1- Horsemanship 1- Total points possible from judges? (25 points for the test) - correct answer 250 points are possible from each judge throughout the contest with up to 25 points for the Written Test. What is not open to the public during the competition? - correct answer The Written Test and the Personal Interview How many points will go towards Team Standings, if you win queen? - correct answer 200 to the queen, 190 to the 1st runner up and so on and so forth. What does On Side mean? (horse def.) - correct answer The left side on which one will mount and dismount on. What does Off Side mean? (horse def.) - correct answer The right side on which one does not normally mount or dismount on. What is the normal temperature of a Horse? - correct answer 99-101 F, 37.2-38. How many bones are in a Horses body? - correct answer 205 bones What does PETA stand for? - correct answer People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals On average hoe many gallons of water does a Horse drink a day? - correct answer 5-10 gallons a day How many events are there in SR High Division?
Bylaws may only be amended with what percent or votes? - correct answer 2/ majority True or False contestants are permitted to talk to timers or judges while the event is going on. - correct answer False What are the requirements for cowboy hats? - correct answer 2 1/2in minimum brim, 5in minimum crown What percent of classes must one be passing in order to be eligible to compete? - correct answer 70% What must you get in order to compete on a rodeo team for a state that you do not reside in? - correct answer Written Approval from both States Involved, and both National Directors, NHSRA What fee must you pay in order to enter a rodeo for one weekend without purchasing a membership? - correct answer One time Insurance Fee If you turn out of a rodeo due to an injury what must you have in order to continue competing/comeback? - correct answer Doctor Release How many years prior must a Rodeo Finals Host have a written contract with the NHSRA? - correct answer 2 years prior to the national finals it will host What must be present during Performances? - correct answer A Medical Doctor, DVM, and 2 ambulances At National Finals how many points and positions are Available in each Go Round and Average? - correct answer 2100 points and 20 places How many weeks prior to Nationals must time event stock be inspected? - correct answer 2 weeks
What happens in the event of an electric timer failing? - correct answer If failed for one or more contestants during a Perf, manual back up times will be used. Electric times that are already recorded will remain unaltered. True or False barrels may be used as electric eye timer stands? - correct answer False When does the time start in Rough Stock events? - correct answer After the animals inside front shoulder passes the plane of the chute. Problems not covered in the NHSRA Rule Book will be referred to what? - correct answer The current PRCA Rule Book How many times may tryout stock be used? - correct answer 2 times only with painted numbers In the event of Short Stock, what are the orders of fines? - correct answer 1st offense-$ 2nd offense-$ 3rd offense-$ Each animal Short How many copies of the Draw must there be? - correct answer 4 exact copies. One must be posted, one must go to each judge, and one must go to the secretary to record. True or False In timed events stock must be held from one Perf to the next overnight? - correct answer False Rodeos that close entries 5 days or more days prior to the rodeo must post the Draws how many hours before the first Perf? - correct answer 48 hours or more
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14th- 15th- 16th- 17th- 18th- 19th- 20th- 2100points offered each What is the Minimum and Maximum weight for calf's in Breakaway (Girls/Boys Jr High)? - correct answer Minimum-180lbs Maximum-350lbs What is the Minimum and Maximum weight for goats in Goat Tying(Girls/Boys Jr High)? - correct answer Minimum-40lbs Maximum-60lbs What is the Minimum and Maximum weight for calf's in Steer Wrestling? - correct answer Minimum- 450lbs Maximum- 550lbs What are the Color requirements for the Poles? - correct answer 6in Red, White, and Blue Strips, the colors of NHSRA What is the penalty for entering the arena with no hat? - correct answer 5 sec If you were approached by a PETA activist who/what would you? - correct answer I would go find a Director/someone of higher authority who cam answer the activists question with more knowledge What is the Minimum stopping distance for the barrel pattern? - correct answer 75 ft at least permitted for stopping from starting line in barrels to back of the pen.
What are the legal tie options for goat tying? - correct answer One complete wrap around three legs and secured with a half hitch, hooey, or knot. How many feet must a contestant move away from the goat before the timer starts?
What is the Barrier? - correct answer In timed events a line at the front of the box that the contestant and his horse cannot cross until the steer or calf has a head start usually marked with the rope and a flag so the timers can see it drop and start the clock. Who is a Calf Roper? - correct answer A Tie-Down Roper. Who are the Judges? - correct answer As another sports trained PRCA judges ensure that all participants follow PRCA rule they determine times for runs in the timed events and scores for rides in the rough stock events record penalties for any infractions of the rules and inspect the arena chutes and livestock before each competition. What is a Hooey? - correct answer The knot that a cowboy uses to finish tying the cows legs together in Tie-Down roping. It is the Half hitch knot used to secure the tie. What is the Flank Strap? - correct answer Sheepskin or Neoprene lined strap placed in the area where humans belt would go it encourages the animal to kick out behind itself rather than rear up which provides a safer showier ride. Who are the Header and Heeler? - correct answer The two partners in team roping the Header throws the first rope over the animals head or horn and the Heeler throws the second rope to catch both the steers hind legs roping one leg results in a five second penalty. What is a Crossfire Penalty? - correct answer In team roping is the header doesn't change the direction of the steer before the heeler catches the run is disqualified. What is Left or Right delivery? - correct answer Many bucking animals prefer to stand in the chute facing a particular direction so they can leave the chute in the direction that they prefer. Why are Flags used? - correct answer Because rodeos timed events are measured in 10ths of seconds judges in the arena drop flags to signal the timers to stop the clocks.
What makes up the Rough Stock? - correct answer Bucking horses and bulls used in bareback riding Saddlebronc riding and bull riding usually bred and raised for the job. Who are the Stock Contractors? - correct answer The companies that bring livestock to the arena for rodeos bucking horses and bulls for the rough stock events and steers and calves for the timed events. What makes up the Timed Events? - correct answer Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Tie-Down Roping, and Steer Roping events in which the contestant to make the fastest qualified runs win. What is a Re-Ride? - correct answer It's a cowboy score is affected by equipment failure or a horse or bull doesn't buck to performance specifications the judges may offer the cowboy a clean slate chance on a different horse or bull. Who is a Permit Holder? - correct answer A PRCA contestant who has not yet won his first thousand dollars at PRCA rodeo's which enables him to be applied to become a card holding member of the organization. What is Drop in Rough Stock mean? - correct answer In Roughstock events the way a bucking horse or bull may lower its front end suddenly while kicking out in the back creating a more difficult ride in timed events the way a calf Or steer my lower It's head to avoid a catch. What does Rank mean in Rough Stock? - correct answer And adjective a praise and respect used to describe especially challenging a rough stock How many people can you take out in each event? - correct answer The Top 4 contestants go out for each event unless there is a tie for 4th place, in team roping the top 4 teams go out unless there is a tie for 4 place. What color flag is used in breakaway? - correct answer White
What is the time limit for tie down roping? - correct answer 30 sec w/ optional 1 minute at state Mandatory 30 sec at nationals How many times is a dogger entitled to in 30 sec/1 minute time limit? - correct answer As many as he wants at nationals dogger is entitled to one jump in the first to go rounds. What does "dally" mean? - correct answer One complete wrap around the saddle horn. Define "lap and tap" - correct answer No barrier s used, judge uses flag to start when animals nose crosses starting line. What happens if steer trips or is jerked over? - correct answer Header cannot drag steer over 8 feet before steer regains his footing or team will receive a no time. How long is the pigtail of the barrier? - correct answer Not exceed 10 inches. How are leased calves or steers numbered? - correct answer Plastic ear tags in each ear. At practice rodeos, how are the stock for contestants determined? - correct answer Chute run and not drawn. What happens when any part of the pusher breaks the plain of the chute gate before the calf releases the barrier? - correct answer Contestant receives a no time. How are rodeo livestock numbered? - correct answer Branded, hot iron How long can break away calves horns be if they have any? - correct answer Horns cannot exceed 2 inches.
Who is the hazer? - correct answer In steer wrestling, the hazer is the other horse & rider that travel along the steer to ensure it runs straight so the contestant can jump off the hose into the steer. What is a "top notch" in roping terms? - correct answer When the rope doesn't go around the calfs nose and only top of the head/around the eyes. What is a rebuild? - correct answer When a cowboy has 2 loops, he can rebuild and rope the calf in break away or tie down roping. What is a "miss string"? - correct answer When the calf roper grabs his pigging string to start the first loop around the leg, he misses the front and it is referred to as a miss string. Define "catch as catch can" - correct answer In tie down roping, any loop that is thrown is legal. What kind of goats cannot be used? - correct answer Pigmy goats. How far are the first two barrels from each other? - correct answer 90 ft. How are the goats numbered? - correct answer Plastic ear tags in each ear. (Optional painted numbers on each side at state rodeos) How are the goats numbered? - correct answer How are the goats numbered? - correct answer Plastic ear tags in each ear. (Optional painted numbers on each side at state rodeos) What are the regulations for goats horns? - correct answer Sharp horns have to be tipped. How far are the first two barrels from the third? - correct answer 105ft
What are the barrels to be? - correct answer 55 U.S. gallon light steel drum with both ends in tact. How do you get a 10 second penalty in goats? - correct answer If contestants horse crosses over the rope or goat, or horse comes in contact with goat or rope prior to the contestant signaling for a time What is the time limit on goat tying? - correct answer 30 sec time limit(regionals & practice rodeo) 1 min at state 30 sec at nationals How far apart do the barrels have to be from the fence? - correct answer 20 ft In the barrels and poles is a spin or pivot allowed of a corner gate is used? - correct answer Yes, with Arena Directors approval, failure to comply will result in a no time. What is the minimum stopping footage? - correct answer 75ft Name the two ways you can get a 5 second penalty in barrel racing? - correct answer 1. Tipping a barrel
How many standing committees are at the national level? - correct answer 20 committees What does the budget and finance committee do? - correct answer Establish and Oversee the annual budget of the association, monitor all funds, expenses and properties of the association What must the new states/ provinces admission committee do? - correct answer Investigate the facilities capabilities and characters of those applying and accepting or rejecting What national high school finals rodeo approval committee do? - correct answer Prepare and provide forms for any city anticipation hosting the NFR to report facilities producing the rodeo What is not allowed in grand entry? - correct answer Ride double, lead another horse, swing ropes, drag ropes, throw ropes, pass the queen What does the youth advisory committee do? - correct answer How long is the rope from the goat to the stake? - correct answer 10ft How far do the poles have to be apart? - correct answer 21 ft apart, last pole must be 20 ft from fence. What is the public relations committee? - correct answer Monitor and assist in the representation of the association in all promotional efforts. Assists w/ sponsorship for awards and scholarship What does the contestant entertainment do? - correct answer Provide and supervise entertainment for contestants What is the nominations committee? - correct answer Prepare candidates for office
What is the punishment for a contestant who violates the patch program? - correct answer 1st - an explanation of the patch program and warning 2nd - be at discretion of the state association or NHSRA board 3rd - removing patch or covering signage before being allowed to compete What does the rodeo safety committee do? - correct answer Develop and Promote rodeo safety What must the contestant have with them at the disqualification meeting? - correct answer Their state & national director What is the rules and by-laws committee? - correct answer In charge of rule changes in the book Is a riding judge able to over two rodeos in succession for the same stock contractor? - correct answer No What does the livestock inspection committee do? - correct answer Inspect all livestock prior to rodeo for breed, size, weight, horns, health When do the state associations have to have their dues in by? - correct answer September 1st What is the regulation for signage for national sponsor competitor? - correct answer No signage in any form larger than 1" x 2" will be allowed on anyone or anything How many delegates can each state send to nationals for national officer positions?