The
Fortuna Junior Rodeo Roundup was just a thought in the minds
of several parents many years ago. Today it is a success due
to their hard work and dedication, and generous funding from
sponsors.
The Fortuna Junior Rodeo Roundup Committee was established in
1993 for the development and growth of youth and rodeo. It was
to conduct, promote and produce youth competitors for the champions
of tomorrow. Rodeo events teach youths responsibility, sportsmanship
and how to be team players. It also fosters family support.
Trophy saddles are awarded to each All-Around Champion in the
three age groups. Trophy buckles will also be awarded to each
winner in the 25 events. The large cash and price paybacks for
the winners is the committee's way of attracting more competition
for our small number of local rodeo kids.
The Junior Rodeo Roundup is a multi-event rodeo for kids 18
and under. The contestants events are divided into three age
groups:
Peewees
(ages 6 and under)
Dummy Roping
Goat Ribbon Race
Single Stake
Junior Boys and Junior Girls
(7-10 years old)
Boys Jr./Jr. Goat Tying
Boys Jr./Jr. Breadaway
Girls Jr./Jr. Goat Tying
Girls Jr./Jr. Breadaway
Girls Jr./Jr. Barrels
Girls Jr./Jr.Poles
Junior Events
(11-13 years old
Jr. Boys Breakaway
Jr. Boys Goat Tying
Jr.Girls Barrel Racing
Jr. Girls Pole Bending
Jr. Girls Goat Tying
Jr. Girls Breakaway
Senior Boys and Senior Girls
(14-18 years old)
Sr. Boys Tie Downf Roping
Sr. Boys Chute Dogging
Sr. Boys Steer Stopping
Sr. Bull Riding
Sr. Girls Pole Bending
Sr. Girls Barrels
Sr. Girls Goat Tying
Sr. Girls Breakaway
Contestants will compete for the All-Around
Championship titles in each of the five groups. Each All-Around Champion
will be awarded a Trophy Saddle. The Fortuna Rodeo Junior Roundup
Committee will sponsor four of the saddles, and Great Western Clothing
Company will
sponsor a fifth saddle. Trophy buckles will also be awarded to
each first place winner in each event.