Welcome to NCHSRA website. NCHSRA is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development of sportsmanship, horsemanship and character in the youth of our state. The NC High School Rodeo Association was created to give high school students the opportunity to participate and compete in this unique and challenging sport. Although not recognized by high school athletics, the NCHSRA offers a rodeo program that sets high school rodeo apart from other varsity sports: Athletes compete on a scale comparable to collegiate and professional rodeo competitors. The NCHSRA is an independent student athletic association- governing itself without supervision of school administration or assistance from tax dollars. Members are fully insured, supervised and guided by adult experts. Competitors have opportunity to acquire scholarships and grants for their educational interests.