Michigan High School

MIHSRA

Rodeo Association

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Since 1989

Living Our Western Heritage

It is Michigan High School Rodeo Association’s intent to promote Jr. High and High School Rodeo at the state level and encourage eligible students to participate at MIHSRA rodeos.  This association will promote the highest type of conduct and sportsmanship while at various rodeos.  We will strive to keep our Western Heritage alive and active, while maintaining humane treatment of the animals we participate with.  MIHSRA does encourage students to further their education after High School with an aggressive Scholarship program.

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National Junior High Team

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National Senior High Team

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Miss Michigan Royalty

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MISS MICHIGAN RODEO QUEEN 2026-2027

My name is Lila Shepler, and I am honored to serve as the 2026–2027 Miss Michigan High School Rodeo Queen alongside Princess Hadly Ryan. 

I am 15 years old and have been blessed to grow up in McBain, Michigan. Rodeo has been a huge part of my life and has taught me the importance of faith, hard work, integrity, perseverance, and respect. Through rodeo, I have learned to set goals, overcome challenges, and always give my best both in and out of the arena. 

I compete in barrel racing, pole bending, goat tying, and breakaway roping. I am fortunate to share this journey with two incredible horses who are much more than competition partners. Captain Courage MG, my barrel and pole horse, and Its a Smoke Show, my goat tying and breakaway horse, have taught me patience, trust, and perseverance. The bond we share and the miles we've traveled together have made some of my favorite rodeo memories, and I am grateful for every run, every lesson, and every opportunity we have together. 

As Miss Michigan High School Rodeo Queen, I have the privilege of representing the talented athletes of the Michigan High School Rodeo Association across our state and at the National High School Rodeo Queen Contest. Together, Hadly and I look forward to serving as ambassadors for rodeo, agriculture, and the western way of life while encouraging young people to pursue their dreams and stay true to their values. 

We would like to thank our families, friends, sponsors, and supporters who have encouraged us throughout this journey. Their support has helped make this opportunity possible, and we are excited to represent Michigan with thankful hearts during the year ahead. 

Faith • Family • Community • Tradition 

Western Roots. Michigan Heart.

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Miss Michigan Junior High Rodeo Princess 2026-2027

My name is Hadly Ryan, and I am honored to serve as the 2026–2027 Michigan High School Rodeo Association Princess alongside Miss Michigan High School Rodeo Queen Lila Shepler.

As a first-generation cowgirl, rodeo has taught me the value of hard work, determination, and perseverance. I compete in Barrel Racing, Pole Bending, Goat Tying, and I am excited to be learning Breakaway Roping. Outside of rodeo, I am a competitive gymnast, where I have developed the discipline and confidence that help me succeed both in and out of the arena.

As MIHSRA Princess, I am proud to represent the talented student-athletes of the Michigan High School Rodeo Association and promote the western way of life. Alongside Lila, I look forward to encouraging others to chase their dreams, no matter where they come from, and to proudly represent Team Michigan throughout the year.

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Saddle Bronc

Saddle Bronc Riding

Saddle Bronc
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Steer Wrestling

Two cowboys on horseback roping a calf in a rodeo arena.
Cowboy on horseback roping a calf at a rodeo event.

Team Roping

Cowboy on horseback roping a calf at a rodeo event.
A cowboy rides a bucking horse during a rodeo event.

Bull Riding

A cowboy rides a bucking horse during a rodeo event.
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Barrel Racing

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Ribbon Roping

Two rodeo participants chase a calf inside an arena.
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Saddle Cattle

Rodeo cowboy riding a bucking bull in an arena with spectators.
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Chute Dogging

A person lays on the ground near a rodeo bull gate.
A cowboy skillfully roping a calf during a rodeo event.

Reinded Cow Horse

A cowboy skillfully roping a calf during a rodeo event.
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Pole Bending

A rider in pink guides a horse through a pole bending course.
A rodeo rider skillfully controlling a galloping horse in an arena.

Goat Tying

A rodeo rider skillfully controlling a galloping horse in an arena.
Cowboy roping a calf in a rodeo event with spectators watching.

Tie-Down Roping

Cowboy roping a calf in a rodeo event with spectators watching.
Cowboy skillfully herding cattle on horseback in a dusty arena.

Cutting

Cowboy skillfully herding cattle on horseback in a dusty arena.
Cowboy roping a calf during a rodeo event.

Breakaway roping

Cowboy roping a calf during a rodeo event.
Cowboy riding a bucking horse at a rodeo event.

BAREBACK RIDING

Cowboy riding a bucking horse at a rodeo event.

Straight From the Arena Dirt

Rugged to Classy

What is all of the training, late study nights, blood and sweat for? To be able to dress up and have a Cowboy Prom of course.

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Straight From the Arena Dirt

Rugged to Classy

What is all of the training, late study nights, blood and sweat for? To be able to dress up and have a Cowboy Prom of course.

High School Rodeo Shooting Sports

Our Team

The NHSRA established shooting sports as part of the events scheduled for the National Finals Rodeo(s) in 2005 in partnership with the NRA (National Rifle Association). Since inception, the program has welcomed an increase in the number of competitors for these events thereby validating the need for clarification of terms, procedure and general rules for each discipline offered.

Shooting Sports Program

The purpose of the program is to introduce and recruit NHSRA members into shooting sports programs

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Rifles

Any .22 caliber rimfire .22 short, .22 long, or .22 long rifle.

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Ammunition

Rimfire cartridges commercially catalogued as the “.22 Short, “.22 Long, or “.22 Long Rifle.

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Shotguns

Youth or adult size 20, 16 or 12-gauge shotguns may be used.

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Qualified Supervision

With respect to shooting sports, each state, province or country interested in forming shooting sports teams must appoint or elect a Shooting Sports Coordinator.

  • Must be 21 years of age or older
  • NRA certified instructor for one or both disciplines offered in the NHSRA is recommended
  • Current NRA Range Safety Officer certification is recommended
More Information
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Pure
Family
Fun

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Teamwork

There is no comparision to the support given and received within the family of rodeo.

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Celebrate

Take a break to recognize hurdles, triumphs and friendships.

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Making Memories

These are the days we develop ourselves into who we will become.