CALF SCRAMBLE
About
Each student who catches a calf at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ is awarded a $2,000 certificate to purchase a registered beef heifer or market steer to show at the following Houston Livestock Show. Returning as an exhibitor, the student shows in a special competition with other calf scramble and judging contest winners. The student receives a $500 bonus if program requirements are fulfilled throughout the year.
There are two components to the Calf Scramble program; donors and scramblers. One cannot work without the other. The donors are essential to continuing the program, which gives young students the chance to learn about agriculture and responsibility.
HOW IT WORKS
With the drop of a cowboy hat, 15 calves are released into the arena for 30 kids to chase and attempt to catch. Each student who catches a calf is awarded a $2,000 certificate to purchase a registered beef heifer or market steer to show at the Houston Livestock Show the following year. Returning as an exhibitor, the student shows in a special competition with other calf scramble and judging contest winners. The student receives a $500 bonus if program requirements are fulfilled throughout the year.
SUPER SCRAMBLE
The Super Scramble is an extension of one of RODEOHOUSTON®’s fan-favorite events, Calf Scramble, which is held nightly after the rodeo action. The Super Scramble invites the 19 “First Catch” scramblers from each of the previous 19 Calf Scramble performances, to participate in the event. The 19 scramblers attempt to catch one of the nine calves during the event, and each participant is awarded a cash prize based on their performance.
Progress Show
November 2 – 3, 2024
Washington County Expo
Brenham, Texas
RESOURCES
Participate
If you would like to participate in the Calf Scramble Program, your entry must be submitted online by your county extension agent or agricultural science teacher. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will not accept the application package as an official entry document.
Donate
There are multiple ways you can support the Rodeo’s Calf Scramble Program. Donors can either contribute $2,500 for a calf or donate an amount to the awards program. Both donations can be made as individuals or in groups.
ONLINE REPORTING SYSTEM
Please refer to the 2024 Calf Scramble Handbook for instructions and due dates.
RESULTS AND PHOTOS
When reviewing the calf scramble results, the categories are Mystery Calf, Glazier (First) Catch and Hard Luck. The Mystery Calf is selected by the Calf Scramble Committee prior to the event and remains a secret from the participants. The student who catches the Mystery Calf receives an additional prize along with the calf scramble certificate. The person to catch the first calf receives a belt buckle and $100 in addition to the certificate. Hard Luck is an award given by the Calf Scramble Committee to a participant who did not catch a calf, but showed an exceptional effort. The Hard Luck winner also receives a purchase certificate.
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CONTACT US
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo
NRG Center
3 NRG Park
Houston, Texas 77054
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 832.667.1138