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WTBHA
West Tennessee Barrel Horse Association
Nonprofit • Points • Awards • Transparency

Barrel racing in West TN, done right.

Compete locally, earn points in our 4D Open, and chase year-end awards. Family-friendly, board-operated, and community-powered.

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Henderson Arena • Gates 5:00 PM • Exhibitions 5:30 PM • Open 7:30 PM

Upcoming Events

We aim for 6–10 shows per year. Members earn points toward year-end awards.

Open 4D NBHA rules

Spring Kickoff

Sat • Mar 22 • Henderson, TN

  • Exhibitions 5:30p • Open 7:30p
  • Office fee $5 • Awards fee $2
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Buckaroo 3D 12 & under • true beginner

Junior Buckaroo Night

Fri • Apr 18 • Atoka, TN

  • $10 class • Beginners only
  • Parents: help us find sponsors
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Open 4D Member points

Summer Showdown

Sat • Jun 14 • Covington, TN

  • Payouts by division • 5 places
  • Fastest member time sets splits
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Pre-Signup to Run

Save time at the office and lock your exhibition and draw. Membership not required to ride (but is required for points).

  • • Exhibitions available first-come-first-served
  • • Open 4D points for members (5 places/division)
  • • Buckaroo 3D for beginners, 12 & under (no other barrel class)
Become a Member
Submitting this form reserves your spot; pay at office. Office fee $5 • Awards fee $2.

2025 Memberships

Membership runs on the calendar year. Points count for members only. Statements are viewable by members; WTBHA requires two signatures on withdrawals.

Individual

$45
  • • Earn points in Open 4D
  • • Eligible for year-end awards
  • • Access to statements & standings
Join Individual

Family

$80

Immediate family living in the same household. If your application is dishonest, points may be voided by the board.

  • • Family points eligibility
  • • Year-end awards
  • • Transparency & governance
Join Family

Rules & Classes

WTBHA follows NBHA rules & guidelines. Read full rules at nbha.com.

Open Class — 4D format ▼
Based off the fastest time run by a WTBHA member. Awards given for 5 places in each division. Points available for members to view.
Buckaroo — Beginner 3D (12 & under) ▼
True BEGINNER class, horse or pony. Riders cannot enter any other barrel class or be competitive in Youth Barrels. $10 class. Points kept and awards at year-end. Parents: please help secure sponsors for awards.
Dress Code â–¼
Boots, jeans, T-shirt or button-up. No tube tops, cut-offs, spaghetti straps. The WTBHA Tank is the only approved tank. Violations result in a DQ for the show.
Code of Conduct â–¼
The board may refuse/void membership for those who cause problems or act inappropriately (cussing, drinking, horse abuse, etc.). Membership not required to ride, required for points.

Nonprofit Transparency

  • • Operated by a Board of Directors
  • • Two signatures required for withdrawals
  • • Financial statements available to membership
  • • Money for awards comes from memberships, member-hosted benefit show, $2 awards fee per entry, and sponsorships
Become a Member

Sponsors Power the Payouts

Local businesses keep our community fast and fierce. Join as a sponsor and get arena shout-outs, social posts, and logo placement.

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We’ll reply with sponsor tiers, benefits, and payment options.

Announcements

Board updates, photos, and standings.

Feb 1

Memberships Open

Join or renew now for 2025 to earn points from the first show.

Jan 24

Buckaroo Clarification

Beginners only. Riders in this class may not enter any other barrel class or be competitive in Youth Barrels.

Jan 15

Arena Volunteers Needed

Gate, office, and tractor drivers — members, thank you for helping shows run smoothly.