Calgary Stampede Team Penning Competitions

CTCPA Sanctioned & USTPA Co-Sanctioned

ELITE WESTERN RIDER AWARD

Watch a race against the clock as the athleticism and skills of horse and rider square off against the herd instincts of cattle. This fast paced event gives a team of three riders on horseback 60 seconds to separate three specifically identified cattle from a herd of 30, and put them into a 16’ x 24’ pen at the opposite end of the arena. Teamwork is the key with all three riders working in harmony to cut out the correct cattle and drive them to the pen. The Stampede Team Cattle Penning competition features teams vying for the championship in four different classes, each determined by the skill and experience of the competitors. A qualifying event is held over two days in Okotoks, Alberta, with the top 20 teams in each class advancing to the Calgary Stampede competition, held in the Saddledome.

Updated: June 30, 2010

Draws are posted below!

Event Dates and Location

Event Dates:: July 7–12, 2010
Substitution Date:: June 25, 2010 10:00 AM
Entry Closing Date:: May 28, 2010 4:00 PM
Location:: Offsite & Saddledome

THE QUALIFIER WILL START AT 8:30 am SHARP on Wednesday, July 7, 2010 and on Thursday, July 8, 2010 at the Okotoks Agricultural Society, Okotoks Alberta.

This competition is based on a four go aggregate, with two runs held in Okotoks and the top twenty (20) teams in each class progressing to compete at the Calgary Stampede, in the Saddledome for round three (3) with the top ten (10) teams advancing to the final round.

Entries received after May 28, 2010 at 4:00pm will NOT be accepted. This rule will be strictly enforced.

Payments will not be due at this time. Separate invoices will be sent out to each competitor, and final payment will be due by June 25, 2010.

1. Teams will be posted to this web site for review of any errors or omissions prior to the draw. Changes made prior to the draw at 10:00 am on Friday, June 18, 2010 will be at no charge. Riders and teams will be bound by their position in the draw.
2. Changes to team members or substitutions will be allowed after Friday, June 18 up to 8:00 am on Friday, June 25 at a charge of $100 per change.
3. All changes must be recorded by the entry office and the fee paid prior to entering the arena.
4. Each team must remain unique to all others in the competition and must adhere to the five (5) ride maximum per class rule. Failure to do so will result in a disqualified ride.
5. The decision of the Western Performance Horse Committee on substitutions is final.

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Wednesday, July 7, 2010:
Qualifier - 10 Class and 7 Class First and Second Goes - Okotoks
8:30 am - 10 Class - Rounds one (1) and two (2)
7 Class - Rounds one (1) and two (2) immediately following the 10 Class.
1:00 pm - Competitor BBQ

Thursday, July 8, 2010:
Qualifier - Open Class and 14 Class First and Second Goes - Okotoks
8:30 am - Open Class - Rounds one (1) and two (2)
14 Class - Rounds one (1) and two (2) immediately following the Open Class

Round Two (2) will be run at "half back", to a maximum of the top 50 teams (ie. for classes of up to 100 entries 1/2 back will apply. For classes of 100+ only the top 50 teams will advance to the second round.)

July 9-12, 2010 Third and Final Goes - Calgary Stampede - Saddledome:

Round three (3) will consist of the top twenty (20) teams carried forward with aggregate scores from Okotoks in each class. The Final Round will consist of the top ten (10) teams based on the aggregate score from the previous three runs.
Friday, July 9, 2010 - 14 Class - Round three (3) and Final - 5:30 pm
Saturday, July 10 2010 - 10 Class - Round three (3) and Final - 5:30 pm
Sunday, July 11, 2010 - Open Class - Round three (3) and Final - 5:30 pm
Monday, July 12, 2010 - 7 Class - Round three (3) and Final - 5:30 pm

*Please note that all competition times are tentative and subject to change; any changes will be posted on this website.

The classes offered at the 2010 Calgary Stampede are:

Click on each class to see the teams as of 4:00PM on May 31, 2010

Entry & Marketing Fees + View Details

There is a one time initial entry fee per team. No additional fees will be charged to teams qualifying for round three.

Open Class: $690
14 Class: $600
10 Class: $510
7 Class: $510

Substitution Fee: $100.00

NSF Charges: $150.00 additional charge on all delinquent payments.

Please enter team members in alphabetical order by last name in the descriptive field.
*Individual invoices will be mailed.

Prize Money & Awards + View Details

The top ten teams in each class will be paid out in excess of $200,000 cash and awards over all four classes. Estimated payouts (based on projected entries of 430 teams overall) are set at a minimum payout of 79% for the 7 and 10 classes, 83% for the 14 class and 85% for the Open class (higher % payouts reflecting higher entry fees). Prizes and awards are determined by four run aggregate.

Trophy buckles will be awarded to each member of the Champion team in all classes, Reserve Champion team members will receive trophy blankets.

Team members will receive individual prize money payments by mail after the event is completed.

Calgary Stampede Penning Finals Payouts

Open Class
Placing     Per Team
1              $10,266
2               $6,844
3               $4,791
4               $3,080
5               $2,395
6               $1,711
7               $1,540
8               $1,369
9               $1,198
10             $1,027

#14 Class
Placing     Per Team
1               $16,500
2               $11,000
3               $7,700
4               $4,950
5               $3,850
6               $2,750
7               $2,475
8               $2,200
9             $1,925
10            $1,650

#10 Class
Placing     Per Team
1              $22,878
2              $15,252
3              $10,676
4              $6,863
5              $5,338
6              $3,813
7              $3,432
8              $3,050
9              $2,669
10            $2,288

#7 Class
Placing     Per Team
1               $15,621
2               $10,414
3               $7,290
4               $4,686
5               $3,645
6               $2,604
7               $2,343
8             $2,083
9              $1,822
10             $1,562

Rules and Regulations + View Details

Regulations:

1. Special attention is called to the following:

2. Each entrant can enter a maximum of five (5) times in each class.
3. Each team must change out one rider in a class.
4. The Team Coordinator and each team member must be declared at the time of entry.
5. The completed entry form (including contact information for each rider) must be received in the Agriculture Entries Office by the listed dates. Entries not complying with the requirements will be rejected.
6. Each team member must sign a waiver prior to entering the arena.
7. If entering online, waivers will be made available at the arena entry desk. This waiver will apply to both the Qualifier event and the Stampede Team Penning Semi Finals and Finals.
8. FAX AND ONLINE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED. ENTRIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED OVER THE PHONE.
9. If an entry is cancelled all fees will be forfeited.
10. Should a qualified team choose not to advance in any round, the next best placing team will be offered the opportunity to proceed. For those competitors coming from the US, please take the time to familiarize yourself with the Canadian Team Cattle Penning Association Rules.
11. There will be zero tolerance of any inhumane treatment of horses/cattle while in the show arena or on the competition grounds. Any such action will be cause for disqualification and forfeiture of any prize monies earned. Inhumane treatment includes but is not limited to excessive jerking, pulling, kicking, slapping or whipping.
12. The Western Performance Horse Committee reserves the right to alter the above rules, number of cross-entries, entry deadlines, pay-outs etc. Any such changes will be posted on this website.
13. No person or organization may distribute flyers, post billings, display logos or provide information of any kind at any Calgary Stampede event which promote organizations, associations or companies which are not affiliated with the Calgary Stampede or its corporate partners without the prior written permission of the Calgary Stampede. Such information may be destroyed without prior notice.

RATINGS:

1. All entrants must hold a valid 2010 membership with either the USTPA or the CTCPA.
2. Any entrant who is not rated by the USTPA or CTCPA in 2010 must contact Linda Burrell (403) 638-6828, in advance to receive their CTCPA rating (no added cost).
3. Any penner rated by the CTCPA for 2010 will be required to use that rating.
4. Any USTPA penner with a 2010 rating of 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 will be required to move their rating up one number to match the CTCPA (i.e. a USTPA rating 2 is the same as a CTCPA 3 rating). A USTPA 6 and a USTPA 7 rating will be a CTCPA 7 rating. For more information please contact Linda Burrell (403) 638-6828.

Judging Criteria:

CTCPA Rules

A 60 second time limit will apply for all classes.

"Once a cut off time has been established, the announcer will let each team know when the time has been exceeded. We encourage all teams to save time and cattle by tipping their hats."

Judges & Show Officials:

Judge: Pete Fraser

Line Official: TBA

General Information + View Details

ARRIVAL/PARKING INFORMATION (Okotoks Agricultural Society):

For location of and directions to the Okotoks Agricultural Society, please follow the link. Parking is readily available, as well as overnight and RV parking and stalling facilities. For more information on accommodations and stabling options, follow the links at the end of this section.

ARRIVAL INFORMATION (Calgary Stampede):

Entry to Stampede Park is via the Sunshine Gate. Competitors will be staged in the Saddledome Lot as per previous years. Please follow the instructions of the parking attendant. There will be no stalling available at Stampede Park.

PARKING INFORMATION (Calgary Stampede):

Daily parking passes for the Saddledome parking lot will be provided to the members of the top twenty (20) teams in each class who are proceeding to compete in round three at the Calgary Stampede in the Saddledome following round two in Okotoks. Please note there is no overnight parking or stalling on Stampede Park

STAMPEDE ENTRY:

All competitors advancing to the finals will be required to purchase an Agriculture Exhibitor Badge at a cost of $25.00. All competitors can pre-purchase passes on the entry form for themselves and for all assistants.

The Agriculture Exhibitor Badge will be recognized as entry to Stampede Park at all walk through gates for the entire Calgary Stampede, July 9-18, 2010, and will grant general admission to rush seating for Rodeo, Chuckwagon and Grandstand performances. The badge must be purchased on the entry form for a fee of $25.00 per badge (GST included).

TRANSPORTATION OF ANIMALS:

Health Requirements - Importation of Animals from the United States (General):

Please refer to the CFIA website for the most up to date information on import/export regulations.

For information regarding transporting horses in Alberta please see:

Transporting Horse in Alberta

Alberta Livestock Transportation Documents

If you require clarification or you have concerns about the previous information, please contact Agriculture Administration at (403) 261-0127.

For information on Calgary please click here. For accommodation information for surrounding areas please click here. For campground information around Calgary please click here.

For Stalling Information please click here
**Please note there is no overnight stalling on Stampede Park

American Port of Entry - Sweetgrass, Montana (406) 335-2142 - www.cbp.gov
Canadian Port of Entry - Coutts, Alberta (403) 344-3808 - www.cbsa-afsc.gc.ca

Documents For complete information see Health Requirements.