• Contestants must compete in their appropriate age division.
• A signed parent or legal guardian consent is required for all contestants under 18 years of age.
• All contestants must wear proper western attire.
• Protective helmets are only provided for Mutton Bustin contestants.
• Contestants are responsible for their own equipment unless otherwise provided.
• Unsportsmanlike conduct by contestants or family members may result in disqualification.
• Judges’ decisions are final.
• By participating, contestants agree to abide by all arena and livestock safety rules.

Rules Interpretation and Committee Authority

The Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee reserves the right to interpret, modify, enforce, or make decisions regarding these rules when necessary to ensure the safe, fair, and orderly conduct of the event. The Committee also reserves the right to refuse or revoke any entry, disqualify any contestant for violations of these rules or for unsportsmanlike conduct, and make final decisions regarding contestant eligibility, event procedures, and awards. All decisions made by the Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee and event officials are final.

Sportsmanship

Contestants, parents, guardians, coaches, and spectators are expected to always conduct themselves in a respectful and sportsmanlike manner. Unsportsmanlike conduct, abusive language, harassment, or behavior deemed detrimental to the event may result in the contestant’s disqualification and removal from The Tucson Rodeo grounds.

Safety

The Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee reserves the right to postpone, modify, combine, or cancel any event due to weather, arena conditions, livestock concerns, safety considerations, or other unforeseen circumstances. Such decisions are made with the safety of contestants, livestock, volunteers, and spectators as the highest priority.

Mandatory Championship Finals Participation

Any contestant who qualifies for the Championship Finals is required to compete in the Finals held on the final Sunday. Participation is mandatory regardless of the contestant’s event time, draw position, qualifying score, time, or placement during the preliminary performances. A qualified contestant who fails to compete in the Sunday Finals will forfeit all awards, prizes, buckles, scholarships, championship titles, points, and any other recognition associated with that event.

If your child is chosen to compete in the short go Championship Finals on Sunday February 28, 2027, you will be notified (Qualified contestants only).

By signing below, I, as the parent or legal guardian of the minor contestant(s) listed on this application, hereby grant permission to the Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee, its sponsors, partners, volunteers, photographers, videographers, and authorized media representatives to photograph, film, record, and otherwise capture the likeness, voice, and participation of my child(ren) during all rodeo-related activities.

I understand and agree that these images, recordings, and media may be used for promotional, advertising, educational, archival, and informational purposes. This includes, but is not limited to, use on websites, social media platforms, printed materials, television broadcasts, press releases, and sponsorship promotions.

I understand that:

• No compensation will be provided for the use of such media.
• All media remains the property of the Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee or its authorized partners.
• This consent is granted without time limitation and may be used in perpetuity unless otherwise required by law.

I hereby release and hold harmless the Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee, its officers, volunteers, sponsors, and affiliates from any claims or liability arising from the use of such images or recordings, except were prohibited by law.

I, the undersigned parent or legal guardian, understand and acknowledge that participation in rodeo events, including all related activities associated with the 2027 Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee, Inc., involves inherent and significant risks.

These risks include, but are not limited to sprains, strains, abrasions, contusions, bruises, broken bones, head injuries, spinal injuries, paralysis, and other serious bodily injury or death, whether caused by the participant, other participants, animals, equipment, arena conditions, or acts of nature.

In consideration for allowing my child(ren) to participate, I hereby voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation.

I further agree to release, waive, discharge, and hold harmless the following parties:

• Tucson Rodeo Committee, Inc.
• The City of Tucson
• Tucson Rodeo Sponsors
• All Tucson Rodeo Committee members, employees’ contractors, stock contractors, and volunteers
• Any affiliated organizations or representatives

from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action whatsoever arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury (including death) sustained by my child(ren) while participating in or traveling to/from any rodeo-related activity, whether arising from negligence or otherwise, to the fullest extent permitted by Arizona law.

I acknowledge that I am also responsible for any medical expenses incurred because of injury or illness sustained during participation in the event.

I agree that this release is binding upon me, my heirs, assigns, and legal representatives.

I certify that all information provided in this application is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all rules, regulations, liability waivers, medical authorizations, and policies associated with the Tucson Rodeo Junior Rodeo Committee, Inc.

I agree that my child(ren) will abide by all event rules and will comply with all decisions made by rodeo officials, judges, and event staff, which shall be considered final.

I further acknowledge and agree that I accept the terms and conditions contained within this entire document, including all waivers and releases, and understand that my signature constitutes a binding agreement under Arizona law.