Building the future of breakaway roping — one event at a time.
The Cinch Breakaway Roping Championships is partnering with producers across the country to create more opportunity, more structure, and more excitement in breakaway roping.
BRC is building a national platform for breakaway ropers of every level while giving producers a structured system to host events, grow entries, and connect their ropings to the Cinch BRC Finale.
Producers Can Host
BRC Qualifiers
BRC Qualifiers are sanctioned events that help contestants become eligible for the Cinch BRC Finale.
Designed to give producers flexibility while allowing contestants to earn credit toward Finale eligibility.
Producers may choose how many rounds they run and which ropings they offer.
Sanctioning Fee: $5 per entry.
Fee may be added to the contestant's entry fee or paid by the producer.
No added money or prize requirement.
Must follow BRC rules, ratings, and reporting requirements.
Qualifies contestants toward Finale eligibility.
BRC Super Qualifiers
Elevated, high-profile BRC event where contestants have the opportunity to win a Gold Pass into the exclusive Gold Star Ropings at the Cinch BRC Finale.
Offers a bigger event experience than standard Qualifiers and provides a direct pathway for top ropers to advance to exclusive, high-stakes competition at the Cinch BRC Finale.
Must follow the BRC structured roping format.
Sanctioning Fee: $10 per entry.
Fee may be added to the contestant's entry fee or paid by the producer.
Added money and/or prizes required.
Must follow BRC rules, ratings, and reporting requirements.
Qualifies contestants toward Finale eligibility and offers the opportunity to earn a Gold Pass into the Gold Star Ropings.
PRODUCER FEES, EVENT APPROVAL & EVENT FORMAT
Membership Fees & Producer Kickback
Cinch BRC Membership is required for all contestants competing at BRC-sanctioned events.
First-year memberships are free
Existing/returning memberships are $150 annually
Producers receive a $25 kickback for every existing/returning membership they sign up
This gives producers an opportunity to help grow the BRC membership base while also earning
additional income through membership renewals.
Payment Details
Contestants may purchase memberships online at CinchBreakaway.com or pay the producer at the event.
How Producers Submit Payments to BRC:
Payment Method: Check by mail
Payment Due Date: Within 10 days after the event
Membership Contact:
How to Get an Event Approved by BRC
All BRC-sanctioned events must be approved before being advertised as official BRC events.
To get an event approved:
1. The producer contacts BRC by email or phone with an event date request.
2. BRC reviews the event location, date, format, and producer plan.
3. Once approved, the event may be advertised as a BRC-sanctioned event.
Additional producer information will be available on the BRC website.
Questions: info@cinchbreakaway.com
available BRC Qualifier ropings
Open
#5 Slide
#5 Handicap
#4 Handicap
#3 Slide
#3 Handicap
#3 Slide Masters, age 50 and over
#2
#1 Sled Roping
16 & Under Rated Youth Roping
12 & Under Youth Roping, co-ed
Super Qualifier Format
Super Qualifiers must follow the BRC structured roping format.
Available Super Qualifier ropings include:
Open
#5 Slide
#5 Handicap
#4 Handicap
#3 Slide
#3 Handicap
#3 Slide Masters, age 50 and over
#2
#1 Sled Roping
16 & Under Rated Youth Roping
12 & Under Youth Roping, co-ed
Super Qualifiers must include at least three ropings:
#2 — Required
#3 or #4 — Required
#5 or Open — Required
This structure keeps Super Qualifiers consistent, professional, and aligned with the BRC rating system.
HOW THE RATING SYSTEM WORKS
how the ratings work
Win/Loss Ratio System
Movement within classifications is determined by a roper’s win/loss ratio, catch percentage, time averages, and performance compared to other competitors within the same classification.
At year-end, the top percentage of ropers may be moved up, and the bottom percentage may be moved down.
Why It Works
Gives amateur ropers a fair shot
Creates better divisions
Encourages more entries
Gives producers a clear structure
Allows ropers to move up as they improve
Slide Roping Example
In a #5 Slide Roping, any eligible rating may enter, from #2 through #6. Time adjustments are made each round based on the advertised number of the roping. For each number above the #5, 0.2 seconds are added per round.
For each number below the #5, 0.2 seconds are deducted per round.
Example:
A #6 roper has 0.2 seconds added each round.
A #4 roper has 0.2 seconds deducted each round.
Handicap Roping Example
In a #5 Handicap Roping, only competitors rated #5 and below may enter. No #6 ropers are allowed.
A #5 runs on raw time with no adjustment. Lower-rated ropers receive time deductions each round.
Example:
A #4 receives 0.2 seconds off each round.
A #3 receives 0.4 seconds off each round.
A maximum handicap may be applied if advertised.
Example:
#5 Handicap with .4 Max HC means a #3 can enter and receive .4 off. A #2 may still enter but will also only receive .4 off because the maximum handicap has been reached.
PRODUCER RULES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Producer Requirements
To keep the Cinch BRC system consistent nationwide, producers must follow BRC rules and reporting requirements.
Producer Responsibilities
Producers must:
Use the BRC 1–6 Rating System
Follow BRC event rules and structure
Verify contestant memberships at check-in
Compare membership ID cards to the official BRC contestant list
Submit complete results after the event
Report winnings, entries, and classification concerns
Enforce the BRC dress code
Provide proper cattle for each division
Provide proper arena help
Dress Code
All BRC-sanctioned events must follow the official BRC dress code.
Producers are responsible for enforcing the dress code at their events. Dress code details will
be listed on the BRC website.
Legal Catch Rules
For Super Qualifiers, BRC catch rules are required.
#2 Roping: catch-as-catch-can
12 & Under Youth Roping: catch-as-catch-can
#3 and up: bell-collar catch only
For regular Qualifiers, catch rules may be determined by the producer, but BRC recommends following the official BRC structure for consistency.
Required Arena Help
To keep events moving properly and ensure fair judging, producers are required to have the proper help in the arena.
Required arena help at Super Qualifier events includes:
Line judge
Flagger
Spotter
These positions help ensure accurate calls, smooth production, and consistency throughout the event.
cattle requirements
To run a BRC-sanctioned event properly, producers are required to have appropriate cattle for each division.
Because the BRC rating system is designed to give every level of roper a fair opportunity, two different sets of calves are required unless otherwise approved by BRC.
A softer, slower set of calves must be used for the #2 and 12 & Under Youth ropings
A stronger, faster set of calves must be used for the #3 through Open ropings
This helps keep competition fair, safe, and consistent with each roper’s classification level. If a producer has trouble locating the right cattle, they may contact BRC directly. Rental options may be available when possible.
After-Event Reporting
Producers must send BRC complete event records, including:
Full results
Number of times each contestant entered
Total winnings per contestant
Complete time sheets from every round
Winners from each roping
Gold Pass winners, if applicable
Any classification concerns or notes
This information helps BRC track:
Standings
Winnings
Ratings
Finale eligibility
Official contestant records
Results Due By: Within 10 days after the event
Submit Results To: info@cinchbreakaway.com
Sanctioning Fees & Memberships: Please send payment by check to the BRC office
SOFTWARE, TIMING DEVICE & PRODUCER Q&A
BRC Software System — Coming Soon
Cinch BRC is excited to partner with a software company to help producers run smoother, faster, and more professional events.
The Software Will Help With
Entries
Membership verification
Ratings
Results
Winnings
Standings
Finale eligibility
Contestant tracking
Built for Producers
Our goal is to make it easier for producers to manage BRC events while giving contestants a more professional experience from entry to payout.
Coming Soon:
BRC is currently testing the software at events and plans to make it available to producers soon.
BRC Precision Timer
Cinch BRC has worked with FarmTek to bring an advanced timing system built specifically for breakaway roping. Breakaway roping is fast, and every fraction of a second matters.
The BRC timing device is designed to help create:
More accurate times
More consistent results
A more professional contestant experience
A stronger standard for the sport
The goal is to give breakaway roping a timing system that matches the speed and growth of the sport.
For more information, visit the BRC website.
Producer Q&A
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Contact the Cinch BRC office to discuss your event, location, and producer options. All events must be approved through BRC before being advertised as official BRC-sanctioned events.
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A BRC Qualifier is a sanctioned event that helps contestants become eligible for the Cinch BRC Finale.
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There is a $5 sanctioning fee per entry for regular BRC Qualifiers. This fee may be added to the contestant’s entry fee or paid by the producer.
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A Super Qualifier is a premier BRC event where contestants can earn a Gold Pass into the Gold Star Ropings at the Cinch BRC Finale.
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Super Qualifiers require a $10 sanctioning fee per entry. This fee may be added to the contestant’s entry fee or paid by the producer.
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A Gold Pass is a free entry into the Gold Star Ropings at the Cinch BRC Finale.
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No. Contestants must still attend three BRC-sanctioned shows to become Finale eligible.
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Contestants must attend three BRC-sanctioned shows to become Finale eligible.
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Yes. A Super Qualifier counts as two shows toward Finale eligibility.
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Yes. All contestants must have a Cinch BRC Membership to compete at BRC-sanctioned events.
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Producers must submit entries, winnings, complete time sheets, winners, Gold Pass winners if applicable, and any classification concerns or notes.