South Seattle Saddle Club

Play Day 2026 Series Opener
2026-05-30 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | South Seattle Saddle Club, 22740 S.E. 228th St., Maple Valley, WA, 98038, United States
Events: Cal Stake, Texas Rollback, Streaking Poles, Q Barrels, Star
Fees: Members: $35 | Non-members: $45 | Member Family (3+): $80
Age Divisions:
Beginner/Leadline: All Ages (Small Arena)
Buckeroo: 8 & under | Junior: 9-13 | Intermediate: 14-18 | Senior: 19 and over (Large Arena)

Daily Highpoint Awards! Toy chest and ribbons for Buckeroo/Leadline!
Gates open at 8am
Click here for Play Day rules and more info >>

PSHA Weekend - Saturday
2026-06-06 09:00 - 2026-06-07 17:00
Join us for South Seattle Saddle Club’s PSHA show weekend, June 6-7! This is a 2 day event, so please come and enjoy the grounds and bring your campers. Cook shack will be open for breakfast and lunch.
Gates:
12pm Friday
9am Saturday
9am Sunday
Fees:
$3.50 per ride
$6.00 jackpot with 50% payback
Buckaroos $2.25 per ride
Arena fee $5 per horse.
*We accept credit, cash and check
PSHA Members:
Be sure you’ve registered yourself and your horse prior to event. Both numbers are to be provided to judges before each event.
Not sure if you’ve registered yet?
Visit the official PSHA website to look up rider and horse numbers, or to register.
Pro Tip! Write both numbers on your arm! This is especially useful for buckeroos.
Non-Members:
Not planning to register with PSHA and just want to ride for fun? No problem. Just sign up at the office as an X-Rider on the day of the event. You will receive a day number to ride the events. Your times will not count towards PSHA finals.
Race Order
Keyrace, Keyhole, Poles, Team poles, Flags, Team flags, 2 man 3 barrel, Team baton, Bareback relay, Figure 8, Cal stake, 2 man stake, Barrels, Rescue race, Cowhide

PSHA Weekend - Sunday
2026-06-07 09:00 - 17:00

Play Day 2026 Series
2026-06-13 08:00 - 17:00
Events: Fig 8, Tail Spin, 4 Leaf Clover, Clown Hat, Barrels

Fees:
Members: $35 | Non-members: $45 | Member Family (3+): $80

Small Arena (10:30AM):
Green Horns (Leadline/Beginner): All Ages

Large Arena (10:00AM):
Buckeroo: 8 & under
Junior: 9-13
Intermediate: 14-17
Senior: 18 – 35
Wrinkle Wranglers: 36+

Daily Highpoint Awards! Toy chest and ribbons for Buckeroo/Leadline!
Gates open at 8am
Click here for Play Day rules and more info >>

**Cook Shack open for breakfast and Lunch with Chef Steven!**
We now accept debit/credit, cash or check!

Trinity Trails Ranch Riding Clinic
2026-06-20 09:00 - 17:30
Learn more >>

Trinity Trails Ranch Show
2026-06-21 09:00 - 17:00

PSHA Weekend - Saturday
2026-06-27 09:00 - 17:00
Join us for South Seattle Saddle Club’s PSHA show weekend, June 27-28! This is a 2 day event, so please come and enjoy the grounds and bring your campers. Cook shack will be open for breakfast and lunch.
Gates:
12pm Friday
9am Saturday
9am Sunday
Fees:
$3.50 per ride
$6.00 jackpot with 50% payback
Buckaroos $2.25 per ride
Arena fee $5 per horse.
*We accept credit, cash and check
PSHA Members:
Be sure you’ve registered yourself and your horse prior to event. Both numbers are to be provided to judges before each event.
Not sure if you’ve registered yet?
Visit the official PSHA website to look up rider and horse numbers, or to register.
Pro Tip! Write both numbers on your arm! This is especially useful for buckeroos.
Non-Members:
Not planning to register with PSHA and just want to ride for fun? No problem. Just sign up at the office as an X-Rider on the day of the event. You will receive a day number to ride the events. Your times will not count towards PSHA finals.
Race Order
Keyrace, Keyhole, Poles, Team poles, Flags, Team flags, 2 man 3 barrel, Team baton, Bareback relay, Figure 8, Cal stake, 2 man stake, Barrels, Rescue race, Cowhide

PSHA Weekend - Sunday
2026-06-28 09:00 - 17:00

PSHA Weekend - Saturday
2026-07-11 09:00 - 17:00
Join us for South Seattle Saddle Club’s PSHA show weekend, July 11-12! This is a 2 day event, so please come and enjoy the grounds and bring your campers. Cook shack will be open for breakfast and lunch.
Gates:
12pm Friday
9am Saturday
9am Sunday
Fees:
$3.50 per ride
$6.00 jackpot with 50% payback
Buckaroos $2.25 per ride
Arena fee $5 per horse.
*We accept credit, cash and check
PSHA Members:
Be sure you’ve registered yourself and your horse prior to event. Both numbers are to be provided to judges before each event.
Not sure if you’ve registered yet?
Visit the official PSHA website to look up rider and horse numbers, or to register.
Pro Tip! Write both numbers on your arm! This is especially useful for buckeroos.
Non-Members:
Not planning to register with PSHA and just want to ride for fun? No problem. Just sign up at the office as an X-Rider on the day of the event. You will receive a day number to ride the events. Your times will not count towards PSHA finals.
Race Order
Keyrace, Keyhole, Poles, Team poles, Flags, Team flags, 2 man 3 barrel, Team baton, Bareback relay, Figure 8, Cal stake, 2 man stake, Barrels, Rescue race, Cowhide

PSHA Weekend - Sunday
2026-07-12 09:00 - 17:00

PSHA Weekend - Saturday
2026-07-25 09:00 - 17:00
Join us for South Seattle Saddle Club’s PSHA show weekend, July 25-26! This is a 2 day event, so please come and enjoy the grounds and bring your campers. Cook shack will be open for breakfast and lunch.
Gates:
12pm Friday
9am Saturday
9am Sunday
Fees:
$3.50 per ride
$6.00 jackpot with 50% payback
Buckaroos $2.25 per ride
Arena fee $5 per horse.
*We accept credit, cash and check
PSHA Members:
Be sure you’ve registered yourself and your horse prior to event. Both numbers are to be provided to judges before each event.
Not sure if you’ve registered yet?
Visit the official PSHA website to look up rider and horse numbers, or to register.
Pro Tip! Write both numbers on your arm! This is especially useful for buckeroos.
Non-Members:
Not planning to register with PSHA and just want to ride for fun? No problem. Just sign up at the office as an X-Rider on the day of the event. You will receive a day number to ride the events. Your times will not count towards PSHA finals.
Race Order
Keyrace, Keyhole, Poles, Team poles, Flags, Team flags, 2 man 3 barrel, Team baton, Bareback relay, Figure 8, Cal stake, 2 man stake, Barrels, Rescue race, Cowhide

PSHA Weekend - Sunday
2026-07-26 09:00 - 17:00

Play Day 2026 Series
2026-08-01 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-02 08:00, 2026-08-15 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-16 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-12 08:00 - 17:00
Events: TBD
Fees:
Members: $35 | Non-members: $45 | Member Family (3+): $80

Age Divisions:
Beginner/Leadline: All Ages | Buckeroo: 8 & under | Junior: 9-13 | Intermediate: 14-18 | Senior: 19 and over

Daily Highpoint Awards! Toy chest and ribbons for Buckeroo/Leadline!
Gates open at 8am
Click here for Play Day rules and more info >>

Ride for a Reason - South Seattle Saddle Club Benefit Barrel Race
2026-08-22 09:30 - 19:00
Join us for a full day of barrels, community, and giving back at the South Seattle Saddle Club.
This event is especially close to our hearts—one of our very own is part of both Curvy Girls and SSSC, and we’re proud to ride in support of a community that uplifts girls navigating scoliosis with strength and confidence.
August 22
South Seattle Saddle Club
22740 SE 228th St • Maple Valley, WA 98038
REGISTER NOW
Sponsor this Event! More info…

EVENT #1
OPEN BARREL RACE (NON-SANCTIONED)
A fun, competitive open barrel race focused on community, not points.
DIVISIONS

Open Division
Youth Division

SCHEDULE
Time Onlys Begin: 9:00 AM
Barrel Race Begins: 11:00 AM
ENTRY INFO

$25 PER RUN
$2,000 Guaranteed Cash Pot
All entry fees will be donated directly to Curvy Girls.
OPEN DIVISION
$1,500 Guaranteed Cash Pot
• 1D–4D Format
• Payouts to 1st–5th in each division
YOUTH DIVISION
$500 Guaranteed Cash Pot
• Straight youth payout format
• Payouts to 1st–5th overall

Eligible youth riders may roll their Open run time into the Youth Division or choose to make a separate Youth run. Riders entering both divisions must pay both entry fees.
This race is about riding for something bigger than points or jackpots—every run helps support girls navigating scoliosis through Curvy Girls.
TIME ONLYS

$5 each or 3 for $10
1-minute limit per horse
Purchase at the office or pay cash at the gate before entering the arena

EVENT #2
RIDE FOR A REASON MOMMY-DAUGHTER BARREL RACE
The heart of the event—and a crowd favorite.
This event is about showing up, having fun, and raising money for a meaningful cause.
SCHEDULE
Team Auction Begins: 4:00 PM
Barrel Race Begins: 5:00 PM

TEAM FORMAT
Teams consist of:

One female adult
One female youth

“Mother & Daughter” can be:

Mom
Grandma
Aunt
Cousin
Mentor
Best friend

HOW THE RACE WORKS

Teams will share the SAME horse for both runs
All youth riders run first
Adult riders follow
Combined team times determine placing
Time allowed for tack/saddle adjustments between runs as needed
5-second penalty for each knocked-over barrel
Helmets are REQUIRED for all riders

This event is designed to be fun, encouraging, and centered around teamwork and connection—not just speed.

TEAM EXPERIENCE
Each team will submit:

Team Name
Ride Song
Short Bio

Bios and songs will be shared during introductions before the auction.
Teams are HIGHLY encouraged to:

Dress up
Coordinate outfits
Bring the energy
Have fun with it

The more spirit you bring, the more money you help raise.

LIVE TEAM AUCTION
Before the race begins, each team will be introduced and auctioned off live to the crowd.
Spectators will bid on their favorite teams, with the highest bidder “owning” that team for the race.
Personality, creativity, and heart matter more than speed.

AUCTION FORMAT

Teams sold to highest bidder
Winning bids paid at the office before racing begins

50/50 SPLIT

50% → Curvy Girls
50% → payout pool

PAYOUTS

1st Place: 50%
2nd Place: 30%
3rd Place: 20%

COOK SHACK OPEN ALL DAY
Serving:

Breakfast
Burgers & lunch
Snacks & drinks

All Cook Shack proceeds benefit the South Seattle Saddle Club.
