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Patriot Las Vegas to Proceed as Planned While EHV-1 Response, Nevada Rules Evolve
LAS VEGAS, Nev., Nov. 20, 2025 – Patriot Las Vegas will move forward on its December schedule in Nevada as animal health officials continue to track neurologic equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) cases tied to recent events in Texas and Oklahoma and Nevada tightens entry and biosecurity requirements for incoming horses.
Equine Network and The Patriot Event said Wednesday that, based on current information from state veterinarians, there are no restrictions in place that would stop Patriot Las Vegas from being held. That update comes after a Nov. 19 conference involving animal health officials from multiple states, where regulators agreed to stay with their established system of tracing, identifying and quarantining exposed horses and affected premises rather than imposing broader movement bans.
Officials reported that horses which competed at the implicated Texas and Oklahoma events have been located, notified and placed under quarantine, along with the premises where they now reside. Local veterinarians are being asked to report any new suspected cases, and the same quarantine and tracing protocols would apply if additional horses test positive.
“While obtaining this guidance has taken additional time, we are pleased to report that, as of now, there are no restrictions or additional protocols in place that prevent Patriot Las Vegas from being held in Nevada,” Patriot officials said in a statement.
With a little more than two weeks before Patriot Las Vegas begins, state officials indicated that window should allow any further cases tied to the earlier events to surface.
“We understand how concerning neurologic EHV-1 is for every horse owner,” Patriot officials said. “We are committed to being transparent, to follow veterinary guidance to the letter, and to providing a safe environment without fueling unnecessary panic or disruption. We will not compromise horse welfare, and we will communicate promptly if any recommendations change.”
Nevada’s temporary entry rules for horses
Although Nevada has no confirmed EHV cases at this time, the Nevada Department of Agriculture (NDA) is tightening its requirements for horses entering the state during the busy winter event season.
“Convergence of large numbers of horses at events can increase the risk of disease spread,” Nevada State Veterinarian Dr. Peter Rolfe said. “Horse owners should remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect their animals during travel and increased animal interaction.”
Key points of Nevada’s temporary entry measures, in place through Jan. 1, 2026, include:
- Entry permits are required for horses entering Nevada.
- A certificate of veterinary inspection (CVI) must include the statement that none of the horses listed have been on a premises with a confirmed case of EHV-1 within the previous 21 days.
- USDA-accredited veterinarians must obtain the entry permit from the Nevada Department of Agriculture before horses ship into the state.
“We are not stopping movements at this time,” Rolfe said. “We are taking extra precautions to help prevent the spread of animal disease.”
Biosecurity expectations for Patriot contestants
Patriot organizers are urging contestants and horse owners to treat biosecurity as seriously as entering and hauling, especially in the weeks before and after major events.
EHV and other contagious diseases can spread from horse to horse and by people, equipment and vehicles. Simple steps can reduce the risk:
- Avoid sharing tack, water buckets, hoses, grooming tools or other equipment between horses.
- Monitor each horse’s temperature twice a day, particularly while traveling or competing.
- Keep new arrivals or returning show horses separate from the home herd and maintain a 21-day quarantinebefore mixing them back in.
- When caring for multiple horses, handle healthy horses first and any sick or recovering horses last.
- Thoroughly clean and disinfect stalls, trailers and equipment between uses.
Rolfe also recommends twice-daily temperature checks for 21 days after travel and close attention to signs that can indicate disease, such as:
- Fever
- Incoordination, stumbling, weakness or difficulty standing
- Trouble urinating or urine dribbling
- Nasal discharge or coughing
- Decreased appetite
- Enlarged lymph nodes
EHV is a reportable disease in Nevada, and veterinarians must alert the NDA when they diagnose a case. Horse owners who see signs of illness are urged to contact their veterinarian immediately rather than haul or compete.
Patriot’s stance: cautious, not panicked
Patriot officials stressed that the health and safety of horses and people remain the guiding priority as they prepare for the event. Organizers are remaining in close contact with state veterinarians, event veterinarians, facility management and industry partners as the situation develops.
“We will continue to rely on guidance from recognized state veterinary and agricultural experts rather than information circulating on social media,” the Patriot statement said. “Ultimately, the final decision on risk will fall to individual owners. We will respect and assist anyone that chooses to withdraw.”
Contestants planning to attend Patriot Las Vegas are encouraged to coordinate with their veterinarians, stay current on Nevada’s entry requirements and build strong biosecurity habits into their travel plans so they can arrive in Las Vegas prepared and informed.
Official stall hours at Horseman’s Park will be 7:00 am-10:00 pm.
If you plan to arrive outside these hours, please call or text 412-350-1252 between 7am and 5pm to make arrangements.
Horseman’s Park address
5800 E Flamingo Rd,
Las Vegas, NV 89122
Little Britches age group clarification
If they enter a 12U 15U 19U side pots for barrels and poles then you put their times from your barrels and poles into the software. Doesn’t matter what age group they run in at Little Britches. The pattern is the same for everyone.
The calves and goats are different because of the stock.
Little Britches age groups are:
Little Wranglers- 5-8
Juniors 9-13
Seniors 14-18
12U calves and goats side pot for Patriot have to be entered in Juniors’ event at Little Britches
15U and 19U calves and goats side pot for Patriot have to be entered in seniors’ event at Little Britches
The steer wrestling is only a 19U event.
Where: Horsemans Park
When: Dec. 13, 2025
Order of event for December 13, 2025, Las Vegas Patriot Short Go link
Little Britches age groups:
Little Wranglers- 5-8
Juniors- 9-13
Seniors- 14-18
If a contestant enters any age group (Little Wranglers, Juniors, or Seniors) at the Little Britches Rodeo for barrel and/or Poles, contestant is eligible to enter the 12U 15U 19U Patriot side pots for barrels and poles with carry over option. See summary of side pots for carry over explanation.
If a contestant enters the Juniors event at the Little Britches Rodeo for tie down, breakaway, and/or goat tying, contestant is eligible to enter the 12U Patriot side pots for tie down, breakaway, and/or goat tying.
If a contestant enters the senior event at the Little Britches Rodeo for tie down, breakaway, and/or goat tying, contestant is eligible to enter the 15U or 19U Patriot side pots for tie down, breakaway, and/or goat tying.
If a contestant enters the senior event at the Little Britches Rodeo for steer wrestling, contestant is eligible to enter the 19U Patriot side pots for 19U steer wrestling.
If a team enters the junior or senior event at the Little Britches Rodeo for team roping, team is eligible to enter the Open or the 10.5 team roping. This is a dally only event.
Where: Plaza Hotel and Casino
When: Dec 11-13, 2025
Open Stalls is up and running for horse stall reservations for DECEMBER EVENTS. They can go to www.Openstalls.com and book from there. The code word is COWBOY, all caps. The guests must be a participant in one of the Plaza’s events, book a hotel room and then they can reserve a stall (or more). The Plaza is making an exception for the College Showdown contestants. College Showdown contestants can purchase stalls without a reservation at the Plaza.
This year we’ve added a new event – Cattle Dog Trials. These dogs are athletes and cared for at the highest level. They will not be staying in the hotel rooms, they will be crated in the horse stalls, which is what they do across the country for competitions.
If the guests are not a participant in one of arena events, the Plaza will cancel their reservation as stated on the Open Stall website. The reason being, the Plaza must have enough stalls for their participants. College Showdown is an exception.
Any questions, please have them contact the Open Stalls number, call or text, 888-343-1123.
Pricing is the same as last year:
HORSES & TACK STALLS
Covered $65 per night
Uncovered $50 per night
Mandatory:
- $30 DAILY remote trailer parking
- off site at Main St. & Bonneville
- We provide overnight security
- One time $25 stall cleaning fee per stall
CATTLE DOG STALLS
Covered $65 per night
Uncovered $50 per night
There is no mandatory cleaning fee on dog stalls
Mandatory:
- $30 DAILY remote trailer parking
- off site at Main St. & Bonneville
- overnight security is provided
Where: Plaza Hotel and Casino
When: Dec 11-13, 2025
Entries have been extended to Nov 28th.
Where: Plaza
When Dec. 11-13
Events: Barrels, Poles, Goat Tying, Breakaway, Tie Down, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping, Saddle Bronc, Bareback, Bull Riding (must be on a college rodeo team to enter; college vest must be worn)
Schedule – College Showdown Schedule
Where: Horseman’s Park
When: Aug 18, 2025 – Nov 21, 2025
Where: Horseman’s Park
When Dec. 5-13
Events: Barrels, Poles, Goat Tying, Breakaway, Tie Down, Steer Wrestling, Team Roping for all ages
Schedule – Patriot Las Vegas • Patriot Event
Katie Smith is the vendor with the official Patriot jackets. Contact: katiesmith@jx2events.com 423-963-8903
C Bar C photography Visit the website to purchase pictures if you missed out at the event. C Bar C photography
Contestants can purchase a subscription to roping.com and view each arena. Roping.com
Roping․com and Ride TV
Check in times and dates for stalls and RVs –
Horseman’s Park
— Las Vegas- Week 1 Nov 30th – Dec. 7th check in 3pm check out 11am
— Las Vegas- Week 1 Nov 30th – Dec. 7th check in 3pm check out 11am
–Las Vegas -Daily check out 11am
Ft. Worth-Week 1 March 5-9, 2025, check in 1 pm check out 11 am
Ft. Worth Week 2 March 9-16, 2025, check in 5pm check out 11am
Be sure to visit the state requirements for each venue/event.
Ft Worth-Coggins within the last twelve months and Health certification in the last 30 days. Equine Movement Summary
Las Vegas- follow Las Vegas and your state, and all traveling states rules for Coggins and health papers.
Where: The draw will be posted at on the Fort Worth Results page.
When: As soon as results are available
Las Vegas- Home • Patriot Event> events>Las Vegas Horseman’s Park Results
Ft Worth
Where: The draw will be posted on the Fort Worth Draw Sheet page.
Las Vegas: To be announced
Where: Home • Patriot Event>events>Las Vegas
When: to be announced
A contestant earning a qualification from the qualifier event after onsite entries closed can enter onsite before the qualifying semifinals close without a late fee. No entries will be taken after the semifinals event is closed.
Ft Worth – No worries, onsite entries for the semifinals of the earned qualified event will be taken with a $50 late fee and will close 1 hour after the last chance qualifier of the earned qualification event. A contestant earning a qualification from the last chance qualifier event at the Fort Worth Patriot has 1 hour after the last chance qualifier to enter without a late fee.
Las Vegas – No worries, onsite entries for the semifinals of the earned qualified event will be taken with a $25 late fee and will close 1 hour after the last chance qualifier of the earned qualification event. A contestant earning a qualification from the last chance qualifier event at the Fort Worth Patriot has 1 hour after the last chance qualifier to enter without a late fee.
Ft. Worth – No worries, onsite entries will be taken with a $50 late fee.
Las Vegas – No worries, onsite entries will be taken with a $25 late fee.
Stalls and RV’s are assigned to the contestant’s name that reserved them.
Ft Worth
Rest Assured Matts
Lisa Bounds 972-935-2779
and
Performance Stall Mat Rental
Cody Smith 432-301-6982
Patriot Ft Worth ride sessions open arena will be for $10 per slot at 30-minute intervals. Online sign up will begin Feb 27th.
https://patriotevent.com/>events>Patriot Fort Worth>Ride Sessions
Onsite RV reservations will be available if there are any available. Reserve RV’s at the Stall office
Ft. Worth–Stall assignments will be posted on the Patriot contestant’s portal as early as March 4th.
RV assignments? RV assignments will be given at the gate.
Las Vegas–Stall assignments will be posted on the Patriot contestant’s portal-date to be announced
Can I order extra shavings? NO OUTSIDE SHAVINGS ARE ALLOWED
LAS VEGAS-Extra shavings can be purchased online at patriotevent.com when stalls are reserved or on site at Horseman’s Arena or onsite. NO OUTSIDE SHAVINGS ARE ALLOWED. NO TOLERANCE! This is per Horseman’s Park rules.
FT WORTH: In an event of a draw out, the Patriot must be notified by email to be eligible for a refund. Contestants are eligible for a full refund until Feb. 1st. There is a 75% refund of fees for all events Feb 2nd -March 6th. No refund will be given after March 6th. No draw outs for Young Guns, Open 5D, and 2D futurity barrel racing after draw is posted. (No exceptions) Email: info@patriotevent.com. Email must include name of contestant, global ID #, and specifics of the events or items to be refunded. (No processing or office fees will be refunded). After the deadline these entries will be considered a TURN OUT with no refund. If a stock charge is incurred by a turn out in semi-finals or finals, the contestant is responsible for said fee. In Finals or Semi-final no contestant will be moved up to fill a vacant position.
LAS VEGAS- UPDATED DUE TO EHV-1 OUTBREAK- 100% of entry, stall, and RV, fees only until Friday, Nov. 28th, 5 pm cst.
In an event of a draw out or cancelation of stalls or RV, the Patriot must be notified by email to be eligible for a refund. There is a 75% refund of fees for all events or reservations until 8am December 6th. No refund will be given after 8am December 6th. Email: info@patriotevent.com. Email must include name of contestant, global ID #, and specifics of the events or items to be refunded. (No processing or office fees will be refunded). After the deadline these entries will be considered a TURN OUT or no show with no refund. If a stock charge is incurred by a turn out in semi-finals or finals, the contestant is responsible for said fee. In Finals or Semi-final no contestant will be moved up to fill a vacant position.
Points will be awarded to the top 10 of every event at each qualifier regardless how many qualifications are awarded. After a contestant has their 2 qualified spots for Ft. Worth and/or Las Vegas, they can continue entering side pots for points only. The points system will be as follows:
There will be “super qualifier” events for contestants to earn double points. Super qualifiers will award points from 20 down to 1 for points. The points system will be as follows:
How do I know if an event is a super qualifier? The event will be advertised as a super qualifier.
What is the advantage to earning points? Patriot has implemented a point system for all qualifiers. The Las Vegas Points and Fort Worth combined points for each contestant’s event/division will accumulate for the top 15-point earners of the year. The 19U age divisions excluding steer wrestling will be eligible to enter an added money event at the finals in Ft. Worth as well as prizes. The 12U and 15U age divisions will be eligible for year end prizes at Ft. Worth. No prizes will be mailed.
What are exemptions? Must have a 2024 Patriot membership.
The following earn an exemption and advance directly into the Semi Finals. The entry fee is $750 to use an exemption. Age restrictions for exemptions are determined by the age of the contestant on the day of Semi-Finals. The following are events for exemptions:
a. Jr Patriot Finals – 1st-10th in aggregate
b. IFYR – 1st-10th in aggregate
c. National High School Finals Rodeo – 1st-10th in aggregate
d. Little Britches Rodeo Finals – 1st-10th in aggregate
e. Jr High National Finals Rodeo – 1st-10th in aggregate
f. NHSFR State Champions
g. NJHFR State Champions
**NOTE: If exemption is being used, a contestant can enter online until Feb. 25th. A contestant can enter onsite at the main office before the semi finals entries close for the event. Documentation proof of the event and position won must be provided at time of entering exemption. (screenshot of standings, website posting of standings, etc) Email documentation to info@patriotevent.com once the entry has been submitted or bring documentation when entering onsite.
More information: Patriot Event • What are exemptions?
There will be a place for parking trailers. The facility takes care of this. They will pull to the designated lot and pay the attendant to park the trailer.
Single Day Rate–Livestock Events: Single day rate $12 / Vehicle, $12 / Trailer, $24 / Day Hauler
Multiple Day Rate (Must buy a multi-day pass to receive this rate) Livestock Events: $6 / Vehicle, $6 / Trailer, $24 / Day Hauler
LAS VEGAS- A trailer drop off will be designated at Horseman’s Park.
There is a back number ceremony for 12U and 15U for finalists at Saturday, March 15th 12pm. 19U ceremony is at 5pm. Location to be determined.
LAS VEGAS- NO BACK NUMBER CEREMONY-contestants will stop by the office to pick up back number
Ft Worth- No mandatory contestant check-in.
Check in times and dates for stalls and RVs
Ft. Worth – Week 1 March 5-9 check in 1 pm check out 11 am
Ft. Worth – Week 2 March 9-16 check in 5pm check out 11am
Las Vegas- No mandatory contestant check-in. Contestants will need to come by the office to pick up their back numbers.
Las Vegas – Week 1 Nov 30-Dec. 7 check in 3 pm check out 11 am
Las Vegas – Week 2 Dec 7-14 check in 3pm check out 11am
You can find information about the Golf Cart Rentals here.
Email contestant’s name, event, and change to info@patriotevent.com.
Email contestant’s name the rider/horse original and the change to info@patriotevent.com.
Contestants use a Triad / Global ID number and their own set password to log in to purchase side pots and enter the finals.
If a contestant doesn’t know their Global ID number, text If you need assistance with global number or logging in Member Sign In – The Patriot after hours, text 417-350-1252 with name and birthday of contestant. This text number will not be answered after 10pm CST.
Patriot will have a rough stock qualifier at Fort Worth for the 2025-2026 season. These Rough Stock events will have added money and prize lines. More information will be posted soon.
Ft Worth – Stalls and RVs are rented by the week.
Las Vegas – Daily and weekly stall and RV rentals are available.
Week 1
Check in Nov 30th 3pm
Check out Dec 7th 11am
Week 2
Check in Dec 7th 3pm
Check out Dec 14th 11am
Daily
check out 11am
Prices and Fees
RV $595 per week
Outside stalls $245 per week
Outside Daily $50
Inside Stalls $315 (only available Dec 5-13)
per week
Inside Daily $60
Shavings $15 a Bag (no shavings with stalls)
no outside shavings-no tolerance
Ft Worth – Week 1 March 5-9, 2025 check in 1 pm check out 11 am
Ft Worth – Week 2 March 9-16, 2025 check in 5pm check out 11 am
Las Vegas – Week 1 Nov 30-Dec 7, 2025 check in 3 pm check out 11 am
Las Vegas – Week 2 Dec 7-14, 2025 check in 3 pm check out 11 am
The Ft Worth Young Guns age follows Patriot’s age guidelines.
The age guidelines are the contestant’s age on the day of the qualifier.
Producers must complete the approval form. Please allow 30 days in advance of the event. Approval Form
If the discipline has 19 or less entered in the side pot, 5 qualifications for all age groups are awarded. If the discipline has 20 or more entered in the side pot, 10 qualifications for all age groups are awarded.
A contestant can log in and check if they are current or not on Member Sign In – The Patriot.
Step by step instructions are on the Patriot website.
There will not be a processing fee to adjust entries. After a certain date, only a partial refund could be possible. After the Barrels and Poles are drawn, a draw out there will be no refund. These will be marked as a draw out on the draw.
A contestant can add entries after entering already. They just go back through the process. They will be charged another office fee. The only way an entry can be adjusted is to email info@patriotevent.com or call the Patriot office and make adjustments…horse change, rider change, partner change, draw out. A draw out could potentially be a partial refund. Be sure to include contestant’s name, birthday, global ID, and event.
A team roper can only qualify 2 times total in each Open and 10.5 division. For Example: 2 heading, 2 heeling, or 1 heading and 1 heeling. Team ropers will be allowed to switch ends to meet their 2 total times to qualify but must stay in the division they qualified. If a team has qualified in the 10.5 and gets split because of a number change or partner not attending, they can move the TEAM to the open team roping division, OR they can split and stay in the 10.5 with a new partner. The 10.5 is capped at a 6.5 heeler. No team can split and move divisions they didn’t qualify for. If a team splits based on partner number change or partner not attending and the roper chooses his/her partner for Ft. Worth semifinals and/or Las Vegas semifinals, the partner chosen has to have entered a qualifying Patriot side pot during the current qualifying season. If a partner is chosen and hasn’t earned a qualification position, the fee for the chosen partner is $750.00. If the partner has an earned qualification, the fees will be the qualification fee.
Only one partner enters and pays both sides. Both contestants must also be a current USTRC or WSTR member in order to enter.
Ft Worth – A contestant has to have an entry first before reserving and RV or Stall.
Las Vegas- Stall and RV hookups are first come first serve. Available for anyone.
Yes, more than one stall per contestant can be purchased.
Las Vegas-Stalls and RV’s are available to everyone regardless if entered at Horseman’s Park or not.
Every contestant must be a current Patriot member if entering a 19U Jr Patriot event. Patriot memberships are current from after the finals through the next year’s finals.