Mutton Busting

The Coarsegold Harvest Rodeo - October 25th 2025

About Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds Mutton Busting

Mutton Busting New to Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds

We are thrilled to announce the introduction of the Mutton Busting league hosted by the Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds for the year 2025!

We understand that many kids in our community have shown a keen interest in participating in Mutton Busting, but due to high demand, have been unable to do so. That's why we have decided to bring this league to you, so that all buckaroos can have a chance to join in on the fun.

We invite you and your child to be a part of this exciting league and showcase their skills in this thrilling rodeo event. The Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds is proud to offer this opportunity to our community, and we can't wait to see all the young riders in action.

Let's come together, cheer on our little cowboys and cowgirls, and make this Mutton Busting league a huge success. We look forward to seeing you and your child at the Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds for a fun-filled and entertaining experience!

Saddle up and get ready for a wild ride!

Events

Round 1 - July 26th

Round 2 - August 2nd

1st Place - Mason McCoy

2nd Place - Emmett Brillhart

3rd Place - John Summers

4th Place Reserve - Vannah Barcus

5th Place Reserve - Drake McCoy Arretche

Round 2 - August 2nd

1st Place - Uriah Avalos

2nd Place - Ryker Lanier

3rd Place - Erik Baca

4th Place Reserve - Mason McCoy (already placed)

5th Place Reserve - Toby Koehler

6th Place Reserve - Mason Boren

Round 3 - September 6th

Check-in time 8 am

Ride time 9 am

Entry Fee

Final - October 25th

Round 3 - September 6th

Top qualifiers will ride in our fall rodeo event to battle it out for the Championship buckle.

Information, Rules, and Placments

Information

Due to an overwhelming amount of sign-ups, we have had to limit entries.
Riders must be under 60 lbs.
Each rider who is entered gets a t-shirt and a participation ribbon when they do not advance.
The top 3 riders of the round (day) receive a trophy.
Entry fees must be collected prior to riding and to secure your spot.
The parent must sign a ride waiver form.
Rider entry fee is $50, re-ride is $30 with 1 free adult gate entry. Paid re-rides are not guaranteed.
Gate entry is $5 per adult, $3 with military ID/senior, 17 and younger FREE.
There will be 3 or 5 different judges per round (day). All judges are volunteers and chosen at random and not duplicated per round.
No refunds.
Pop-ups, chairs, and coolers are welcome - NO DOGS. NO GLASS. NO ALCOHOL.
The snack bar will be open.
Registration is open until 30 minutes prior to event start time or until max riders is reached.

Rules

The order of riders will be announced 2-3 days prior to the event.
Riders must sign in at least 30 minutes before the event starting for weigh-in and introduction at the stage.
Re-rides are acceptable, only 1 per round (day), and must be paid before the ride. The higher of the two rides will be recorded. Re-rides are not guaranteed.
Riders may participate in all three rounds (dates).
The ride score is based on 60% of the ride length, 30% on performance, and 10% on attire.
Only one adult must remain in the arena with rider at all times.
No ropes, spurs, or any other tack are allowed on the sheep. Bareback only.

Placements

Top 3 riders from each round (event day) will advance to the championship round.
To ensure 9 riders advance to the championship round, trophies will still be awarded according to placement each round; however, if they have already advanced to the championship round, an additional qualifier will be selected based on the next highest score.

Frequently ASked Questions About mutton busting

How much does my child have to weight?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

How much does my child have to weight?

Children 60 lbs. and under qualify to ride. Anything over, the child will be disqualified for the safety of the sheep. Yes, even 1lb over is not acceptable.

How old does my child have to be?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

How much does my child have to weight?

Children between the ages of 4-8 qualify to ride if they meet the weight requirment.

What does my child have to wear to ride?

Your child must ride in closed-toe shoes and pants. We recommend long sleeves. If your child does not have a helmet and safety vest, one will be provided. Bicycle helmets are acceptable.

What are the rules of mutton busting?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

There are no set rules, children may ride the sheep forward or backward and hold on for as long as possible.

Are spurs allowed?

What are the rules of mutton busting?

How are the rides scored?

Spurs are absolutely not allowed.

How are the rides scored?

What are the rules of mutton busting?

How are the rides scored?

Judges score based on time 60%, performance is 30%, and outfit is 10%.

How much does it cost to ride?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

How much does it cost to ride?

First ride is $50, if a re-ride is awarded by the judge, the rider may choose to ride again for free. If the rider chooses to re-ride on their own, additional $30 per ride, but not guaranteed.

How is a re-ride awarded?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

How much does it cost to ride?

Re-rides are only awarded if the animal chooses not to exit the gate or lies down immediately out of the gate. The judges have the final call. Flag will be waived.

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

Yes, re-rides are available once per round, per day. An additional $30 per re-ride is required but not guaranteed.

About Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds Mutton Busting

Mutton Busting New to Coarsegold Rodeo Grounds

Sign up for the Buckaroo Mutton Bustin' League

Events

Round 1 - July 26th

Round 2 - August 2nd

Round 2 - August 2nd

Round 2 - August 2nd

Round 2 - August 2nd

Round 2 - August 2nd

Round 3 - September 6th

Round 3 - September 6th

Round 3 - September 6th

Final - October 25th

Round 3 - September 6th

Round 3 - September 6th

Mutton Busters

Information, Rules, and Placments

Information

Rules

Placements

Frequently ASked Questions About mutton busting

How much does my child have to weight?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

How much does my child have to weight?

How old does my child have to be?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

How much does my child have to weight?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

What are the rules of mutton busting?

What are the rules of mutton busting?

What does my child have to wear to ride?

Are spurs allowed?

What are the rules of mutton busting?

How are the rides scored?

How are the rides scored?

What are the rules of mutton busting?

How are the rides scored?

How much does it cost to ride?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

How much does it cost to ride?

How is a re-ride awarded?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

How much does it cost to ride?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

How many times are the sheep rid?

How many times are the sheep rid?

Can rider choose to re-ride on their own?

Do you ride the sheep bareback?

How many times are the sheep rid?

Do you ride the sheep bareback?

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