HINESTON, La. (KALB) - It’s time to giddy up, y’all! The Ted Johnson Memorial Rodeo is back this weekend at 1893 Highway 121 in Hineston, continuing a beloved Central Louisiana tradition that began in 1949.The rodeo was started by Ted Johnson and continues in his memory. Organizers said the event is all about family, fun and fellowship.“We are a family-oriented facility,” said Daleigha Pitt. “We love to laugh, we love to have fun, and we love to fellowship. You’re going to be ab...
HINESTON, La. (KALB) - It’s time to giddy up, y’all! The Ted Johnson Memorial Rodeo is back this weekend at 1893 Highway 121 in Hineston, continuing a beloved Central Louisiana tradition that began in 1949.
The rodeo was started by Ted Johnson and continues in his memory. Organizers said the event is all about family, fun and fellowship.
“We are a family-oriented facility,” said Daleigha Pitt. “We love to laugh, we love to have fun, and we love to fellowship. You’re going to be able to see barrel racing, bull riding and team roping. We’re going to have a buck and barrel machine, so if you’ve never gotten to ride a buck and bull, you can come experience one.”
Pitt encouraged folks to try something new.
“If you’re not in the rodeo world, I encourage you to step out if you’ve never been to a rodeo before. It’s just a different atmosphere,” Pitt added.
The rodeo runs Friday and Saturday, September 12-13, at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the gate, and children five and under get in free.
For young competitors, the rodeo is a place to learn and grow.
Charliee Patin shared, “I’ve been barrel racing for two years. This was one of the first places that I rode in. This rodeo led me up to the nationals, where there were about 12,000 people. I placed around 300-something in the youth category.”
Rayleigh Pitt added, “I compete in barrels. It’s fun to do. When you run, you feel free on your horse. I just love it because I started as soon as I could fit in the saddle.”
The rodeo isn’t just for riders. Families can enjoy calf scrambling, duck scrambling and even a visit from the rodeo clown’s camel.
“I just love the rodeo because it fills my heart with joy that people love to come out and just watch people do their thing,” Rayleigh said. “It’s so much fun. We have activities for everyone, and I just want everybody to know that they can come and enjoy our rodeo.”
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