NATIONAL BARREL HORSE ASSOCIATION
The National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA) is the leading organization in barrel racing, known for its fair divisional format and commitment to growing the sport at every level. As part of this mission, NBHA partners with local directors to bring high-quality, family-friendly competition to communities across the country.
Our organization is proud to serve as the official host for NBHA District TX29 and TX35 sanctioned barrel races. Through these districts, we will provide well-organized races, clear communication, and a positive environment for riders of all ages and skill levels. Our goal is to support local barrel racers, strengthen our equine community, and offer opportunities to qualify for state, regional, and world-level NBHA competitions.
nbha overview
our 2026 schedule is now available!
Registration for our first sanctioned barrel race will open January 1st. Members from both District TX29 & TX35 will be able to compete at this barrel race for points, since this will be a co-sanctioned event.
You’ll be able to register by following the link below. Come back on January 1st!
NBHA 2026 Membership opens Dec 3, 2025
Follow the link below to obtain your membership after 12/3/25.
Upcoming events
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January 17, 2026
01.17 1:00PM
Join us for our first NBHA TX29 & TX35 sanctioned barrel race in Raymondville, TX. Registration opens January 1 - stay tuned.
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January 31, 2026
01.31 12:00PM
Second TX29 & TX35 race in Edinburg, TX.
More details in the coming weeks.
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February 21, 2026
02.21 6:00PM
Third TX29 & TX35 barrel race in Kingsville, TX.
More details in the coming weeks.
district tx29
District Counties
Bee, Dimmitt, Duval, Jim Wells, Kelberg, La Salle, Live Oak, McMullen, Nueces, San Patricio, Webb
To compete in our sanctioned events, contestants must be NBHA members.
Questions: NBHATX29@DRHYRA.org
district tx35
District Counties
Brooks, Cameron, Hidalgo, Jim Hogg, Kenedy, Starr, Willacy, Zapata
To compete in our sanctioned events, contestants must be NBHA members.
Questions: NBHATX35@DRHYRA.org
meet your director
Daniel R. Hinojosa
Daniel serves as President of DRH Youth Rodeo Association, a nonprofit committed to bringing high-quality youth rodeos to communities across South Texas. He is also the President of DRH Cattle Company, a stock contracting company that works along side DRHYRA in producing youth rodeos and open barrel races. His passion lies in giving kids a place to compete, develop their skills, and truly shine. As your new District Director, he’s thrilled for the year ahead and can’t wait to help lead an outstanding season of barrel racing.