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NTCC hosting NIRA event

Northeast Texas Community College (NTCC) hosts the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association (NIRA) Southern Region rodeo from October 8 to 10, 2026. The competition takes place at the Mount Pleasant Rodeo Association Arena and features collegiate teams from across Texas and Louisiana vying for a spot in the national finals.

Date
Oct 8-10, 2026
Location
Mount Pleasant
Status
Upcoming
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NTCC hosting NIRA event

Event summary

Highlights

  • Features a full slate of rodeo events including bull riding and barrel racing
  • Free admission for all morning and evening slack sessions
  • Special calf dressing competition during the Saturday finals
  • Competition between major collegiate teams from Texas and Louisiana
The three-day event showcases a full production rodeo with livestock managed by the Wing Rodeo Company. Competitors participate in a wide range of traditional disciplines, including bull riding, barrel racing, breakaway roping, and saddle bronc riding. A highlight of the Saturday finals is a special calf dressing competition featuring students and staff from NTCC.

The schedule includes several "slack" sessions on Thursday evening and Friday and Saturday mornings which offer free admission to the public. The main ticketed performances are held on Friday night and Saturday afternoon. Participating colleges include Sam Houston State University, Texas A&M University, Louisiana Tech, and several other regional institutions. Admission is charged for the primary rodeo sessions, while NTCC students and staff may attend for free with valid identification.

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Mount Pleasant Rodeo Association Arena
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