Desert Crown Youth Rodeo: Where Champions Start

The Desert Crown Youth Rodeo isn’t simply one other occasion on the calendar it’s the place the following technology of cowboys and cowgirls uncover their grit, construct their confidence, and step into the world with true Western delight. Set in opposition to the nice and cozy desert backdrop and fueled by the spirit of custom, Desert Crown has shortly change into one of the anticipated youth rodeo occasions within the area.

December 17–21, 2025
9 a.m. December 17 – 1 p.m. December 21
Buckeye Equestrian & Event Center
10300 S. Miller Rd
Buckeye, AZ 85326

Born from a easy mission to create a secure, supportive, and galvanizing area for younger riders to develop the Desert Crown Youth Rodeo presents an area the place each younger athlete can shine. From first-time lead-line opponents to seasoned riders sharpening their abilities in barrels, poles, goats, breakaway, or steer using, Desert Crown welcomes all ranges. Parents, coaches, and spectators collect from close to and much to rejoice these athletes as they push themselves, overcome challenges, and rise with each run.

Competitors vary from Grade 5 via Grade 12, with occasions for each girls and boys. Watch America’s younger cowboys compete in bareback, saddle bronc, bull using, tie-down roping, steer wrestling, crew roping, ribbon roping, and extra. Cheer on the younger cowgirls as they tackle barrel racing, breakaway roping, goat tying, pole bending, crew roping, and ribbon roping.

Entries are open on SaddleBook for $150 per occasion, and stalls may also be reserved via SaddleBook.

Photos courtesy of Buckeye Equestrian and Events Center

Across two arenas and 4 days of rodeo, riders will compete for spectacular money prizes. Desert Crown will award 4 $1,000 All-Around Scholarships, and with the present variety of entries, there may be an estimated payout of $100,000. Ground guidelines and additional data might be discovered at buckeyearena.com.

Performance Schedule

First Performance:
 December 17, 2025 – 11 a.m.
 Runs the primary half of the primary go-round in two arenas.

Second Performance:
 December 18, 2025 – 11 a.m.
 Runs the second half of the primary go-round in two arenas.

Third Performance:
 December 19, 2025 – 11 a.m.
 Runs the primary half of the second go-round, starting in reverse order from the primary go-round.

Fourth Performance:
 December 20, 2025 – 9 a.m.
 Finishes the second go-round.

Fifth Performance – Short Go:
 December 20, 2025 – 6 p.m.
 Top 15 riders return for the Short Go in two arenas.

Awards Ceremony:
half-hour following the Short Go.

What actually units the Desert Crown Youth Rodeo aside is its dedication to neighborhood, sportsmanship, and character. Every occasion fosters duty, respect, and resilience qualities that comply with contestants lengthy after they depart the world. Riders learn to put together, the way to assist each other, and the way to rise after a tricky run. These moments form not solely rodeo champions however robust, assured younger adults. With native distributors, household actions, and a welcoming ambiance, Desert Crown is a spot the place households can benefit from the full spirit of rodeo life. The stands fill with applause, the announcer’s voice carries vitality throughout the grounds, and the world lights illuminate each younger rider who expenses via the gate.

“I always enjoy all the events that Buckeye Equestrian and Event Center hosts. Watching our rodeo world champion’s of the future is going to be a great event”.

Danny O’Donnell
CLN Chief Social Officer & Co-founder

Whether you’re a father or mother introducing your youngster to the Western life-style, a younger athlete able to compete, or a neighborhood member eager to assist native youth, the Desert Crown Youth Rodeo is an expertise you gained’t need to miss. Come for the motion, keep for the recollections—and witness the making of tomorrow’s rodeo legends.

Desert Crown Youth Rodeo: Where each experience issues, and each child is a rising star.

About the Author:

Biography:

I grew up in Reno, Nevada which regularly will get confused as a mini Las Vegas. But Reno has a lot greater than casinos. I grew up branding cattle, searching with my dad, tenting, taking part in sports activities, exploring the hills and so forth. I discovered my love for writing early in life and I all the time had a journal I used to be filling up. I additionally discovered myself diving head first into pictures which led me to volunteer for the rodeo I went to yearly since delivery, the Reno Rodeo. I now write within the Reno Rodeo Magazine and take photographs of the rodeo for one more committee. My love for nation goes again to the early days with my dad floating on a ship fishing listening to previous nation (90’s or older) and a few traditional rock n’ roll. I’ve expanded my passions of writing and pictures worldwide, having traveled to the Safaris in Africa, crumbling castles in Scotland, pubs in Germany to the snowy mountain tops of the Swiss Alps; like Ian Munsick, “I see country everywhere.” You can discover me now taking photos of sports activities or driving round taking photos of one more cow. They are too cute to not. It’s assured to seek out me dwelling my finest life. Life is brief, so reside vibrantly!