Alberta High School Finals

ALBERTA High School FINALS

We look forward to the 2026 Alberta High School Finals Rodeo which will be held in Claresholm, AB on June 4-7, 2026.

Thank you to the Willow Creek Agricultural Society for working with the AHSRA to host this great event. 

Event details will be posted here as they are available. 

sponsorship

Thank you to our 2025 Sponsors! 

Presenting Sponsors

Astara Energy Corp
CVS Controls
Jones Boys 

 

 

Saddle Sponsors

McComish Ranch
Skocdopole Ranches
Ross Family Contracting
Coyote Designs
Black Elk Jr & Sr High School Rodeo

In Kind 

Central Alberta Co-op
Free BBQ Lunch
Friday 11 am – 12:30 pm 

 

schedule of events

Print the Schedule (PDF)

Important Dates and Times

  • Contestant Check In Closes Friday, June 6th at 10:00 am
  • Mandatory Contestant Meeting & Group Photo – Friday, June 6th at 10:00 am (NOTE – Light Rifle, Trap, Cutting & RCH Contestants who have completed their events and are not in the rodeo do not need to attend the meeting)

Changes for 2025

  • 1st Go of Cutting and Reined Cow Horse will be on Tuesday, June 3rd 
  • Trap Shooting will be on Wednesday
  • Light Rifle will be on Thursday
  • Rodeo Performances will begin at 11:00 am each day

2025 hs finals info

Contestants and parents are encouraged to review the AHSRA Policy Manual, Section 4. Provincial Finals for details on:

  • Team Entries
  • Finals Points, Order of Go and Awards
  • Turnouts
  • Mandatory Meeting
  • Provincial Champion Banners
  • National Finals Qualifiers

Patch Policy

Members must adhere to the NHSRA Patch Policy It is up to the district executive to monitor and enforce this. 

Contestant Bio

All contestants must submit an updated Bio to be used by the announcer at provincials.

  • Log in to your NHSRA Membership profile
  • Select “Edit My Profile” and then scroll down to the “Announcer Biography
  • Max 200 characters
 

district duties

Each district is responsible for the grand entry, event directors and in arena help for one performance:

  • Friday, June 6 – District 1
  • Saturday, June 7 – District 3
  • Sunday, June 8 – District 2 

On your assigned day, your district must:

  • Provide all adult event directors
  • Attend the Daily Production Meeting – 30 min before performance – this includes District Executive, All Adult Event Directors, Grand Entry Coordinator, Arena Director, Judges, Announcer, Stock Contractors, National Director, and Host Committee Reps.
  • Provide a Grand Entry Coordinator – responsible to find approx 15 contestants to pack flags and one contestant to recite the Cowboys Prayer. A grand entry sheet has been provided to the district executive, please fill this out and bring it to the production meeting to give to the announcer. 
  • Provide the following in-arena volunteers: (Western attire is required)
    • 2 parent volunteers to open gates for the barrels, poles and goats
    • 6 volunteers to set barrels
    • 6 volunteers to set poles
    • 2 volunteers to help with the goat tying including one goat holder
    • 1 neck rope, 1 barrier help
    • 2 untie calves tie down
    • 2 stripping chute
  • Contestants are not required to do regular duties in barrels, poles and goats.  
  • Please be available on your assigned day if the host committee needs additional help.

camping / host hotel

Parking will be as you arrive, we will not separate into districts. 

  • If you want to park with someone specific you would need to arrive together.
  • Camping at no charge. Only contestants and immediate family can park on site. One unit per contestant allowed at the grounds. Overflow parking available at the County of Stettler Office
  • 20 Power Sites available – $100 – Book and pay in EQuest when you enter.  
  • Manure is to be piled at the end of the weekend.  
  • Camping for extended family members is available at Prairie Junction within walking distance. Contact 403-742-8855 to book.
  • Host Hotel – Ramada Stettler Phone 403-742-6555. Let them know that you are booking with the AHSRA Finals, there are some rooms blocked off.

sports medicine

The Canadian Pro Rodeo Sports Medicine Team will be on site Friday, Saturday & Sunday. Your membership includes a $25 fee which allows us to have the CPRSMT at these events. All contestants are encouraged to use their services throughout the finals.

Don’t be afraid to stop by and see them for massage, taping, assessment, etc.

They are here to help you perform at your very best! 

 

shooting events

The Trap Shoot will be held on Wednesday, June 4th at the Stettler Trap Club. (Located approx 1.5 miles west of Stettler on 44 Ave, go past the Stettler Sports Park, the Stettler Trap Club is on the north side of the road) 

  • Trap Check In – 11:00 to 11:45 am 
  • Shoot at Noon
  • Trap Awards will be presented Wednesday following the Shooting at the Stettler Agri Plex – time TBD
The Light Rifle Shoot will be held on Thursday, June 5th at Diamond N Ranch. (Located approx 4.5 miles south of Stettler on Hwy 56 – West side of Hwy – second driveway). 
  • Light Rifle Check In – 9:00 to 9:45 am 
  • Shoot at 10 am 
  • Light Rifle Target Review – 2:00 to 3:00 pm at Agriplex
  • Light Rifle Awards – 4:00 pm at Agriplex

cowboy prom

Cowboy Prom for the Class of 2025 will be held on June 7th from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. It is an exciting event celebrating achievements and time spent with AHSRA. (Graduates do not have to have qualified for the finals to attend Cowboy Prom)  All Grade 12 members are invited to attend.  

  • Ticket Price: $40 each
  • Guaranteed Tickets: Each grad is guaranteed 4 tickets, including their own.
  • Additional Tickets: The number of extra tickets available for purchase will depend on the number of grads attending. Extra tickets can be requested on the form. 
  • Ticket Deadline: Deadline to request tickets is May 8th.
  • Confirmation and Payment: Confirmation on the number of tickets and payment instructions will be sent via email by May 15th. Cowboy Prom tickets must be purchased in EQuest on May 19 – 21, along with your entries and other add ons.    
  • Seating: Additional bleacher seating will be provided for walk-in guests prior to the 7:30pm ceremony portion of the program. Anyone who can’t get dinner tickets is welcome to attend at this time.
  • Contact Person: For any questions, please reach out to Carrie Resch at 780-305-1375. 

signups info

Nationals Signups

  • The 2025 National High School Finals will be held at the Sweetwater Events Complex in Rock Springs, Wyoming from July 13-19, 2025. 
  • See NHSFR details at https://nhsra.com/nhsfr/
  • Please give this some thought and discuss it as a family before the finals. If you qualify for Nationals, you must make a decision on Sunday at the finals. There is a lot of information so please review everything in advance. All paperwork and fees are payable at the finals.
  • Payment accepted by Cash, Cheque or Etransfer to ahsraoffice@gmail.com
  • 2025 National Finals Rodeo – Pricing Sheet (prices in USD)
  • The Top 4 in each event qualify for Nationals, with roll ups to 8th place. 
  • Qualifiers can sign up on Sunday beginning at 1:00 pm in the Pavilion.
  • Both parent signatures are required and must be done in the presence of a Commissioner of Oaths. 
    • At least one Commissioner will be on site on Sunday at the finals. 
    • **If one or both parents will not be present at the finals, and you intend to go to Nationals should you qualify, bring the completed form to the provincial finals. 
    • National High School Finals Entry Form & Members Release
    • Contestants will not be allowed to enter unless both signatures are on the form. 
  • CONTESTANTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO DRIVE GOLF CARTS at Nationals, even if you bring your own. Only parents / guardians over the age of 21 are allowed to drive golf carts. If a contestant is caught driving a golf cart, they will be sent home.
  • Important important notes are on the Nationals Page.
    • Golf Cart Rentals
    • Stall Mats
    • Video Packages
    • Housing Information
    • RV Rentals and Homes

Nationals Jackets

  • Nationals Qualifier Jackets will also be available to purchase on Sunday at the finals. 
  • See Jacket Poster Here
  • If you qualify in the Top 4 but choose not to go to Nationals, you can still purchase a qualifier jacket. If you qualify in 5th to 8th spot, you must attend Nationals in order to purchase a jacket. Jackets may or may not be ready to pick up at Nationals. If not, they will be shipped at a later date. We have no control over this as the pre-order deadline is June 1st in order to guarantee delivery at the Nationals. 
  • Jacket Price (USD) – $310 plus customizations:
    • Embroidered Name: $15
    • Event Chevrons: $22 each
  • Payment accepted by Cash, Cheque or Etransfer to ahsraoffice@gmail.com 

Canadians Signups

  • The 2025 Canadian High School Finals will be held at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba from July 30 – August 2, 2025. Details will be posted on the Canadians page when available.  
  • The Top 6 in each High School event will qualify for Canadians, with roll ups to 10th place. 
  • Canadian Finals entries will be done online – more info to come
  • If you are in the Top 6 in your event, please notify the Provincial Secretary at Signups if you are going to Canadians or not. This will allow us to notify others who can roll up. 
  • All roll ups will be confirmed by the Provincial Secretary. You will be contacted if you roll up.

entry information

All Provincial Qualifiers must enter online in EQuest Event:
EQuest Event Entries — Alberta High School Finals Rodeo — June 2-8, 2025

Entries Open: Monday, May 19th at 7:00 am 
Entries Close: Wednesday, May 21st at 7:00 pm 
Entry Changes: Wednesday, May 21st from 4:00 – 7:00 pm. Call 403-323-7070

  • The Top 12 in each event qualify for the finals. (Including ties)
  • Do not enter unless you have confirmed qualification in your event(s).
  • Please send an email or text to the data secretary if you have qualified in an event but will not be entering the finals.
  • The provincial office will notify anyone who has rolled up in an event.
  • Questions about finals qualifications? Contact our Data Secretary, Jamie Thorsteinson:
  • All fees are due when you enter. Etransfer to stettleragsociety1907@gmail.com

2024 finals schedule

Important Notes:

  • Trap Shooting added this year – all Shooting events will be held on Wed, May 29th. 
  • Round 1 of the Cutting and Working Cow Horse will also be held on Wed, May 29th.
  • Light Rifle Shooters are welcome to practice Tuesday evening at Diamond N at 7:00PM
  • Barrels & Poles Practice $10 (one time only per contestant) – Pre-purchase tokens at the office
  • Team Roping & Breakaway Practice 1/$15 or 3/$40 – For finalists in that event only | Pre-purchase tokens at the office
  • Jackpots – enter an hour before start time at the SAS Saloon located east of the grandstand.
    • Tie Down Jackpot $80 | Thurs 10:00 am | Small Arena – Open AHSRA Members Only – Enter 2x, 2 head average
    • Goat Jackpot $50 | Thurs 2:00 pm | Small Arena – Open to AHSRA Members Only – 1 head, Top 10 short go
    • Open Team Roping Jackpot  $100 | Thursday 7:00 pm | Large Arena – #10 Slide, Straight Draw, 3 head progressive, Entries Close at 6:30 pm
    • Open Breakaway Jackpot $100 | Friday 7:00 pm | Small Arena – Enter 2x, 2 head average, Ladies Only, CFB Qualifier Sidepot $150

Wednesday, May 29th

12:00PM – 10:00PM – Contestant Check In – Outdoor Grandstand Area
10:00AM – Light Rifle Shoot – Diamond N Ranch
2:00PM – Trap Shoot – Stettler Trap Club
3:00PM / Following Trap – Shooting Competition Awards Presentation – Stettler Trap Club
9:00AM – 4:00PM – Working Cow Horse/ Cutting Arena Open for Warm Up – Indoor Arena
5:00PM – Cutting 1st Go, Working Cow Horse 1st Go – Indoor Arena

 

Thursday, May 30th

9:00AM – 10:00 PM – Contestant Check In – Outdoor Grandstand Area
9:00 AM – Cutting 2nd Go, Working Cow Horse 2nd Go – Indoor Arena
10:00 AM – Tie Down Jackpot $80 | Thurs 10:00 am | Small Arena – Open AHSRA Members Only (even if you didn’t make finals) – Enter 2x, 2 head average

10:30 AM – Pole Bending Practice – Large Outdoor Arena

  • $10 (one time only per contestant) – Pre-Purchase tokens at the office. 

12:00PM – AHSRA AGM and Executive Meeting – Agriplex
2:00 PM – Goat Tying Jackpot $50 | Thurs 2:00 pm | Small Arena – Open to AHSRA Members Only (even if you didn’t make the finals) – 1 head, Top 10 short go

2:00 PM – Barrels Practice – Large Outdoor Arena

  • $10 (one time only per contestant) – Pre-Purchase tokens at the office. 

3:00PM – Cutting 3rd Go, Working Cow Horse 3rd Go – Indoor Arena
6:00 PM / Following 3rd Go –  Cutting & WCH Awards Presentation – Indoor Arena
7:00 PM – Open Team Roping Jackpot  $100 | Thursday 7:00 pm | Large Arena – #10 Slide, Straight Draw, 3 head progressive, Entries Close at 6:30 pm

 

Friday, May 31st

8:00AM – 11:00AM – Contestant Check In – Outdoor Grandstand Area
8:00AM – 11:00AM – Team Roping Practice – Large Outdoor Arena
8:00AM – 11:00AM – Breakaway Practice – Small Outdoor Arena
11:00AM – Check in Closes – All Contestants must be checked in – Outdoor Grandstand Area
12:00PM – Mandatory Rodeo Contestant Meeting & Group Photo – Outdoor Arena/Grandstand
1:00PM – 1st Performance – Outdoor Arenas
5:00PM / Following Rodeo – Go Round Awards Presentation – Outdoor Arena
6:00PM – 7:00PM – District Awards – Agriplex
7:00PM / Following Awards – Open Breakaway Jackpot $100 | Friday 7:00 pm | Small Arena – Enter 2x, 2 head average, Ladies Only, CFB Qualifier Sidepot $150

 

Saturday, June 1st

8:00AM – 10:30 AM – Team Roping Practice – Large Outdoor Arena
8:00AM – 10:30 AM – Breakaway Practice – Small Outdoor Arena
11:00AM – 2nd Performance – Outdoor Arenas
3:00PM / Following Rodeo – Go Round Awards Presentation – Outdoor Arena
6:00PM – Cowboy Prom & Graduation Ceremony – Agriplex

 

Sunday, June 2nd

8:00AM – 11:00AM – Pancake Breakfast – by Donation – Pavilion Hall
8:00AM – 10:30 AM – Team Roping Practice – Large Outdoor Arena
8:00AM – 10:30 AM – Breakaway Practice – Small Outdoor Arena
11:00AM – 3rd Performance – Outdoor Arenas
12:00PM – 6:00PM – Nationals Sign Up – Pavilion Hall West Entrance
3:00PM / Following Rodeo –  Awards Presentation – Outdoor Arena

qualifier hoodie

**Attn: High School Provincial Finalists – Hoodie Pre-Order**
Get your custom hoodie to celebrate your achievement!
 
✅ **How to Order:**
* Email it to **sheri@coyote-designs.net**
 
📍 **Pick-Up Options:**
* Hoodies will be delivered to the finals in Stettler for pick-up.
* Sheri will also be set up at the Junior Finals in Rimbey, where you can purchase and decorate your hoodie.
 
📅 **Order Deadline:** May 25 – *No exceptions!*
Year end standings will be finalized by midnight, May 18th
 
❓ Questions? Contact Sheri Laye at Coyote Designs & Embroidery:
📞 404-333-5421
📧 sheri@coyote-designs.net

2023 provincial champions

Congratulations to our 2023 High School Provincial Champions! 

Bareback – Spur Cottingham
Saddle Bronc – Clay Greenslade
Bull Riding – Beau Gardner
Barrel Racing – Kasha Borsy
Pole Bending – Braidy Meston
Breakaway – Aubrey Ross
Goat Tying – Faith Lundberg
Team Roping-Header – Caleb Fawcett
Team Roping-Heeler – Coy Skocdopole
Tie Down – Coy Skocdopole
Steer Wrestling – Owen Schauer
Reined Cow Horse – Tyree Swales
Girls Cutting – McKena Fleischhacker
Boys Cutting – Joel Evans
Queen Contest – Brooke Baehl
Girl High Point – Aubrey Ross
Boy High Point – Coy Skocdopole
Girl Rookie – Kenzie Reber
Boy Rookie – Clay Greenslade
Shooting – Keldon Powell
Spirit Award – Charlee Resch

INSTAGRAM FEED

Follow us on Instagram @albertahsrodeo

Thank you to Carla Pocock, our PR Coordinator, for crafting engaging social media content to highlight our members and partners!

📋 ATTENTION REINED COW HORSE CONTESTANTS

This is the pattern for the Alberta Stock Horse / Jensen Silver Year End Show on Thursday, October 16 in Ponoka.
Contestants will be running NRCHA Pattern 11 – “Lope Away.”

This show is co-sanctioned for Working Cow Horse and Cutting contestants from across Alberta.

📍 Calnash Ag Event Centre – Ponoka, AB
⚠️ Stalling is required (no self-penning). Entries are now closed.

#AHSRA #TeamAlberta #ReinedCowHorse #StockHorse #YouthRodeo #CowHorse
🤠 THAT’S A WRAP ON OUR 2025 FALL RUN! 🔥

The gates close on another incredible AHSRA fall season… but we’re just getting started! 💥

From the first rodeo of the season to this final weekend, our Alberta High School Rodeo family showed up strong — giving it everything in and out of the arena.

To our contestants — you brought the grit, drive, and sportsmanship that define what rodeo is all about. 💪
To every committee and volunteer who worked tirelessly behind the chutes and in the dirt to keep things running smooth — thank you for your heart and dedication.
To the parents who hauled, cheered, cooked, fixed, and supported your kids through every ride and run — you’re the backbone of this association. ❤️
And to our executives and directors, thank you for your leadership, vision, and countless hours behind the scenes that keep Alberta High School Rodeo strong and growing.

This fall run has been packed with miles, memories, and moments that remind us why we do what we do — and now the countdown is on for Spring 2026! 🌟

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👋 WANT TO RODEO WITH US THIS SPRING?
If you’re a student in grades 5–12, it’s not too late to join the Alberta High School Rodeo Association and compete this spring season!
Membership deadline: February 1, 2026

👉 Learn more & become a member here:
🔗 albertahsrodeo.com/become-a-member

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We’re proud of every mile traveled, every gate swung, and every run made this fall — and we can’t wait to see everyone back in the arena next April. Let’s keep this momentum rolling, Team Alberta! 💛🐴

#AHSRA #TeamAlberta #HighSchoolRodeo #FallRun2025 #SpringRun2026 #JoinTheRide #SeeYouInApril #RodeoFamily #BehindTheChutes #ThankYouCommittees
📢 AHSRA Ticket Booth – CFR Volunteer Confirmation 📢

Thank you to everyone who signed up to help at the AHSRA booth during the Canadian Country Music Expo at CFR! ✅ Below is the schedule with your confirmed shifts:

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Wednesday, Oct 1

10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
	•	Levi M.
	•	Kayne M.
	•	Shaye G.

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
	•	Levi M.
	•	Kayne M.
	•	Lexie E.
	•	Erin E.

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Thursday, Oct 2

10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
	•	Shaye G.
	•	Jordyn D.

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
	•	Oaklyn S.
	•	Laci P.
	•	Levi P.

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Friday, Oct 3

10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
	•	Quinn S.
	•	Avery G.

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
	•	Parker H.
	•	Kale H.
	•	Calli J.

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Saturday, Oct 4

10:00 AM – 1:30 PM
	•	Quinn S.
	•	Avery G.

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM
	•	Kally W.
	•	Phoenix L.

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Sunday, Oct 5

10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
	•	Grace H.
	•	Taylor B.
	•	Kaylee B.
	•	Riley B.

12:30 PM – 3:00 PM
	•	Grace H.

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👉 If you’d still like to jump in and help, you’re welcome to! Just stop by the AHSRA booth at the Expo Centre. Each shift earns $60 scholarship money, and no one will be turned away.

🎟️ The fun kicks off Wednesday at CFR — see you all there! 🤠
Hey grads! 🎓 Be sure to claim your AHSRA Scholarship. It only takes a few minutes to submit online:
https://albertahsrodeo.com/scholarship-claim-form

⏰ 1st Deadline: Oct 15

Be sure to include:
✅ Proof of Enrolment
✅ Receipts paid for tuition

Questions? 
Email the provincial office at ahsraoffice@gmail.com or call 780-305-9640
If you miss it this time, our next round of payments will be on January 15th. 

#AHSRA #Scholarship #RodeoFamily #ClassOf2025 #DeadlineReminder