The Patriot Fort Worth kicks off for tie-down ropers Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at the Will Rogers Coliseum. Under new management, the event promises a fresh perspective and an array of improvements from the Equine Network.

New this year in the 15 & Under and 12 & Under, 10 contestants will advance from the Semifinals instead of five like in previous years.

How does the Hooey Jr. Patriot work?

Jr Patriot Last Chance Qualifiers are ran as a sidepot, and the results will be figured on your time in the main roping. Each Qualifier offers different events and age divisions, so enter the main roping before entering the sidepot. Anyone within the age limits can enter the ropings, but if you want a last chance at advancing to the Semifinals, you must enter the Last Chance sidepot.

The Patriot tie-down roping schedule

The Watt Arena will be home to the tie-down ropings.

Tuesday, March 5

• 15 & Under Tie-Down: 11 a.m.
  • Two full rounds and a short
  • Top 15 on two head advance to short round
  • Limit 75
  • Semifinals last chance qualifier sidepot: $100 entry fee
  • Top 10 (from sidepot) advance to Semifinals
    
• 19 & Under Tie-Down: 2 p.m.
  • Two full rounds and a short
  • Top 15 on two head advance to short round
  • Limit 100
  • Semifinals last chance qualifier sidepot: $200 entry fee
  • Top 15 (from sidepot) advance to Semifinals

Wednesday, March 6

• 12 & Under Tie-Down: 8 a.m.
  • Two full rounds and a short
  • Top 15 on two head advance to short round
  • Limit 50
  • Semifinals last chance qualifier sidepot: $100 entry fee
  • Top 10 (from sidepot) advance to Semifinals
    
• 19 & Under Tie-Down Semifinals: 3 p.m.
  • One long round with top 50 advancing to the second round, 15 fastest on two-head average advance to the Jr. Patriot Finals.

Friday, March 8

• 15 & Under Tie-Down Semifinals: 12 p.m.
  • One long round with top 30 advancing to the second round, 10 fastest on two round average advances to the Jr. Patriot Finals.
    
• 12 & Under Tie-Down Semifinals: 5 p.m.
  • One long round with top 30 advancing to the second round, 10 fastest on two round average advances to the Jr. Patriot Finals.

Sunday, March 10

• Hooey Jr Patriot Rodeo Finals: Will Rogers Coliseum; Awards Celebration to follow in John Justin Sale Arena
  • Contestants can only advance one qualified run from Semi-Finals to the Jr. Patriot Finals.
  • 19 & Under Tie-Down will run from 15th to 1st, based on aggregate times on the two rounds.
  • 15 & Under Tie-Down will run from 10th to 1st, based on aggregate times on the two rounds.
  • 12 & Under Tie-Down will run from 10th to 1st, based on aggregate times on the two rounds.

How to enter The Patriot

Enter on The Patriot’s website here.

The original entry deadline has passed, but competitors can enter online until March 2, 2024 with a $20 late fee. Onsite entries will have a $50 late fee.

Frequently asked questions

• What personal transportation can be brought?
  • Golf carts can be brought and registered with a $250 permit fee.
  • Cricket carts do not need a permit.
  • Do not bring ATVs, side-by-sides, segways, scooters and one wheels.

• Are there any hookups available?
  • No, hookups are sold out.

• What are the host hotels?
  • Find the host hotels here.

• Is there dry camping available?
  • Yes, in the Rockwood lot approximately two miles from the Will Rogers complex.

• Where is the day parking?
  • Farrington field and lots surrounding the Will Rogers complex.

• Are there stalls available?
  • As of Feb. 21, 2024, there are 300 stalls available. At midnight on Feb. 21 the stalls will become available onsite only.
    
• Do I need coggins?
  • Yes, coggins will be checked. A 30-day health certificate is required for out-of-state contestants.
    
• What if I have a conflict with other events I’m entered in?
  • If you have a conflict between your events, please go to one of the offices immediately. Do not wait.
    
• When can we enter the facility?
  • The grounds open Sunday March 3, at 7 a.m.
    
• How do we enter the facility?
  • The entrance off University will be closed this year. You must go around and enter off Montgomery Street onto Trail Drive. You will come in through Gates 42 and 35. You will be assigned a gate you can enter, based off your stalls, to pick up your packet.

*Make sure you’re keeping up with The Patriot Event’s social media as an announcement will soon be made about an invitational 19 & Under roping.