By Zoe Pickett

Local singers will soon have the chance to take center stage at one of Springhill’s biggest events of the year as the Springhill PRCA Rodeo announces its National Anthem Singing Contest.

The contest gives community members the opportunity to compete for prize money and perform the National Anthem during the 2026 Springhill PRCA Rodeo, scheduled for Sept. 17–19.

According to event organizers, first, second, and third place winners will each earn cash prizes and the honor of singing at one of the rodeo performances.

The first-place winner will perform during the Saturday night rodeo, receive a $300 prize, and be nominated for an opportunity to sing at the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas this December.

Second place will receive $200 and perform during Friday night’s rodeo festivities, while the third-place winner will earn $100 and sing during Thursday night’s opening performance.

Contest entries are now being accepted through July 1. Participants can enter by posting a video of themselves singing the National Anthem in the comments section of the official contest post on their Facebook page, Springhill Rodeo. 

Winners will be determined through community voting. The three videos receiving the highest number of likes will be selected as this year’s winners. Voting will remain open through Aug. 1.

The contest is expected to bring excitement and community involvement leading up to the annual rodeo, which has long been a tradition in Springhill. Organizers encourage singers of all ages and experience levels to participate for a chance to showcase their talent in front of hometown crowds.

The Springhill PRCA Rodeo has been a staple event in the community since 1953 and continues to draw families, rodeo fans, and visitors from across the region each year.