RKA Open Rodeo Association

RKA Open Rodeo Association We are an Open Rodeo Association at Ringo Kid Arena. Keeping the love of rodeo alive and thriving in our young adults is our goal!

🩷✨RKA Member of the Week✨🩷Meet Lexi Laney
09/15/2026

🩷✨RKA Member of the Week✨🩷
Meet Lexi Laney

*Attention Members, Pickup Men, Judges, arena workers and Stock Contractors*📷 We will be meeting in the arena at 6:45pm ...
09/14/2026

*Attention Members, Pickup Men, Judges, arena workers and Stock Contractors*
📷 We will be meeting in the arena at 6:45pm Friday for a group picture.
Please be in dress code and wear either a Pink or a Black button up for the picture.

It is call in day for Rodeo #11 & #12You only need to complete ONE entry method (either call/text OR the Google form)....
09/14/2026

It is call in day for Rodeo #11 & #12
You only need to complete ONE entry method (either call/text OR the Google form).
Google Sign-Up Form: September 14, 2026 until 10:00 PM https://forms.gle/BtgfbxA4kY4vWd2Y8
OR
Call/Text Entries
704-928-7894
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Text in format example:
Member name: Jane Doe
City/State
Division: Open
Date of Birth: 10/01/1980
Events: Barrels, Poles, Breakaway Roping
Day(s): Both
Contestant Information & Entry Details
2026 Members-
All fees and paperwork MUST be turned in PRIOR to the rodeo in order for your points to count. There will be a table set up beside the announcers stand with blank membership packets available if you would like to complete yours and turn it in or if you can turn in your already completed memberships there too!
Friday September 18, 2026
Gates Open: 5:00 PM
Check in by: 6:00 PM
Rodeo Starts: 7:00 PM
Concessions stand will be up and running at 5pm, so come hungry!
Saturday September 19, 2026
Gates Open: 4:00 PM
Check in by: 5:00 PM
Rodeo Starts: 6:00 PM
Concessions stand will be up and running, so come hungry!
Required for ALL Contestants-
Every contestant must have a signed and notarized liability form in order to compete.
**We must have a copy of all equine coggins.
RODEO ENTRY FEES & AGE DIVISIONS
(Age as of January 1, 2026)
Peewee (8 & Under)
$25 Entry Fee + $5 Stock Fee
Junior (Ages 9–12)
$30 Entry Fee + $10 Stock Fee
Senior (Ages 13–17)
$40 Entry Fee + $15 Stock Fee
Open (18+)
$45 Entry Fee + $15 Stock Fee
PAYOUT INFORMATION
• Payouts will be made after completion of the rodeo by the rodeo secretary.
• Payoff sheets must be signed by the person picking up winnings or marked if payment should be mailed directly to the contestant.
• Payoff will be based on a 60/40 split.
1–5 Entries:
1 Money – 100%
6–10 Entries:
2 Monies – 60%, 40%
11–15 Entries:
3 Monies – 50%, 30%, 20%
16–20 Entries:
4 Monies – 40%, 30%, 20%, 10%
21–25 Entries:
5 Monies – 33%, 25%, 19%, 13%, 10%
26+ Entries:
6 Monies – 32%, 24%, 18%, 9%, 5%

Happy Sunday everyone. Season Points have been updated. Call ins will be tomorrow for Rodeo 11 & 12.
09/13/2026

Happy Sunday everyone. Season Points have been updated. Call ins will be tomorrow for Rodeo 11 & 12.

💙✨RKA Member of the Week✨💙Meet our Judge: Steven Holt
09/08/2026

💙✨RKA Member of the Week✨💙
Meet our Judge: Steven Holt

🩷✨RKA Member of the Week✨🩷Meet Baylyn Turner
09/01/2026

🩷✨RKA Member of the Week✨🩷
Meet Baylyn Turner

08/30/2026

Missing keys from the back pens. Can you guys please check your bags to see of they may have gotten thrown in your bags.

Rodeo #10 of our 2026 Season Saturday August 29, 2026Gates Open: 4:00 PMCheck in by: 5:00 PMRodeo Starts: 6:00 PMDraw: ...
08/29/2026

Rodeo #10 of our 2026 Season
Saturday August 29, 2026
Gates Open: 4:00 PM
Check in by: 5:00 PM
Rodeo Starts: 6:00 PM
Draw: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1D_SyX5xGqHy2_mYcXDC7sJoWYyMcPYthJqr8pMNBGJI/edit?usp=sharing
Here are a few reminders for spectators and contestants:
⭐️We are a cash only venue, so please plan accordingly.
⭐️Gate Admission is $10 for spectators, kids 5 and under free.
⭐️Concessions will be up and running at 5pm, so come hungry!
⭐️All dogs must be on leash and you must clean up after them.
💥NO alcohol or drugs of any kind permitted on property-this will be enforced.
2026 Members-
Contestants, please be checked in by 5pm (late fee will be applied to anyone checking in late)
💥Negative Coggins must be provided for all horses
💥Contestants meeting at 5:15 below announcers stand
💥Please be in dress code at 5pm.
All fees and paperwork MUST be turned in PRIOR to the rodeo in order for your points to count. There will be a table set up beside the announcers stand with blank membership packets available if you would like to complete yours and turn it in or if you can turn in your already completed memberships there too!
Required for ALL Contestants-
Every contestant must have a signed and notarized liability form in order to compete. We will have forms available at the table beside the announcer stands and there will be a notary there.
RODEO ENTRY FEES & AGE DIVISIONS
(Age as of January 1, 2026)
Peewee (8 & Under)
$25 Entry Fee + $5 Stock Fee
Junior (Ages 9–12)
$30 Entry Fee + $10 Stock Fee
Senior (Ages 13–17)
$40 Entry Fee + $15 Stock Fee
Open (18+)
$45 Entry Fee + $15 Stock Fee

Tomorrow is Rodeo #9 of our 2026 Season Friday August 28, 2026Gates Open: 5:00 PMCheck in by: 6:00 PMRodeo Starts: 7:00...
08/27/2026

Tomorrow is Rodeo #9 of our 2026 Season
Friday August 28, 2026
Gates Open: 5:00 PM
Check in by: 6:00 PM
Rodeo Starts: 7:00 PM
Draw: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VIY5JL_dcM3TyWsaD13-2EhTS-bAcggbbHgxfmINd3M/edit?usp=sharing
Here are a few reminders for spectators and contestants:
⭐️We are a cash only venue, so please plan accordingly.
⭐️Gate Admission is $10 for spectators, kids 5 and under free.
⭐️Concessions will be up and running at 5pm, so come hungry!
⭐️All dogs must be on leash and you must clean up after them.
💥NO alcohol or drugs of any kind permitted on property-this will be enforced.
2026 Members-
Contestants, please be checked in by 6pm (late fee will be applied to anyone checking in late)
💥Negative Coggins must be provided for all horses
💥Contestants meeting at 6:15 below announcers stand
💥Please be in dress code at 6pm.
All fees and paperwork MUST be turned in PRIOR to the rodeo in order for your points to count. There will be a table set up beside the announcers stand with blank membership packets available if you would like to complete yours and turn it in or if you can turn in your already completed memberships there too!
Required for ALL Contestants-
Every contestant must have a signed and notarized liability form in order to compete. We will have forms available at the table beside the announcer stands and there will be a notary there.
RODEO ENTRY FEES & AGE DIVISIONS
(Age as of January 1, 2026)
Peewee (8 & Under)
$25 Entry Fee + $5 Stock Fee
Junior (Ages 9–12)
$30 Entry Fee + $10 Stock Fee
Senior (Ages 13–17)
$40 Entry Fee + $15 Stock Fee
Open (18+)
$45 Entry Fee + $15 Stock Fee

Address

784 Brookhaven Road
Statesville, NC
28625

Telephone

+17049287894

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