West Australian Team Penners Association Inc.

West Australian Team Penners Association Inc. WATPA - The West Australian Team Penners Association Inc holds Ranch Sorting and Team Penning event The WATPA was born in West Australia in August 2009.

The West Australian Team Penners Association Inc promotes the sports of Team Penning and Ranch Sorting which encourage the mixing of all age groups, abilities and skill levels within a fun, social, yet competitive atmosphere. Our emphasis is family fun, playing with our horses and cattle in a controlled environment. Our inaugural event was in October, 2009 and from that event on we have relied on

sponsorships to furnish our prize pool. We are totally grateful to our sponsors and promote and advertise their products whenever we can. Sponsors and donators are given a link on this website and event sponsors are given advertising in the form of banners and announcements at our club events. We expect to run about 6 events a year on a bi monthly basis in Chittering WA. Everyone is welcome – it’s a great spectator sport and watching is free. Our membership season runs from the 1st of Decemberr to the 30th of November. So get your membership in and start having some fun!

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Why choose Ranch Sorting?

Handicaps and Rider Ratings - Simply Explained

Rider Rating:
When you start Ranch Sorting, you either begin as a #1, #2 or #3 rated rider. This rating is based on your experience, riding ability and prize money won in other cow horse sports.

Your rider rating can move up or down, depending on your winning vs entries ratio. This is measured biannually, and your rating will be adjusted accordingly.

Handicap:
Some classes at Ranch Sorting will be listed as a handicap event. This means the total rider rating of the team cannot exceed the handicap number.

For example:
#6 Handicap
Rider 1: #2
Rider 2: #4
Team Total: #6

The combination of your team rating doesn’t have to add up to the exact handicap number, it can be equal to or less, but it cannot exceed it.

What this means?
Some of our classes such as #2 Beginners, means only two #1 rated riders can form a team. All riders above a #1 are ineligible for this class.
This ensures there’s a dedicated class for those starting out at Ranch Sorting who may have limited experience without feeling intimidated or under pressure.

Another great aspect of the handicap system is classes listed as a higher handicap allows more experienced riders to team up with less experienced riders. This is a great opportunity to learn and develop skills and uncover potential partners. It also provides lower rated teams with more time and higher rated teams less times to level the playing field and give all riders the opportunity for success!

Don’t forget the auto draw!
Each class you enter there is the mandatory auto draw, so everyone needs you, as much as you need them. Often we see the auto draws succeed and new friendships and partnerships blossom 🌱

Sound like something that appeals to you? Come and try!
Your first year of membership with RSNCA is free, so the real question is… what are you waiting for 🤩

Here’s another DIY hobby horse tutorial for you all! Feb is going to be AWESOME!!!
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Here’s another DIY hobby horse tutorial for you all! Feb is going to be AWESOME!!!

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Have you been following the page and aren’t sure what all this “ranch sorting” is about? Here’s a great explanation from...
13/01/2025

Have you been following the page and aren’t sure what all this “ranch sorting” is about? Here’s a great explanation from RSNCA - Ranch Sorting National Championships Australia

All levels of rider and horses are welcome in our pens! Come on down and give it a try

Ranch Sorting is one of the only sports in the Equine World where everyone in the family can compete… and together. It gives everyone the opportunity to compete, win and get the recognition and rewards that in most equine sports are only for the very top competitors.

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Because we’re on a roll…..

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Well Wiki has done it all now 😂 I wish I’d had access to internet as a kid to get these awesome tips 😂

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Sometimes we put off starting something new purely because we “don’t know”.
We don’t know the rules.
We don’t know the people.
We don’t know HOW to start.
Don’t let the “don’t know” prevent you from trying something new this year…..
Here are some FAQs answered by our governing body RSNCA .
Flick us a message and we’ll help you make your way into the pens.

Ranch sorting is typically a 2-man team sorting 10 cattle numbered 0-9 and 1 unnumbered cow for a total of 11 head. A producer has the option to add 1 more unnumbered cow. A run starts with teams on opposite side of start line from cattle.

Tips on “how to make your hobby horse”In prep for our “just for fun”HOBBY HORSE SORT at our Feb event
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Tips on “how to make your hobby horse”
In prep for our “just for fun”
HOBBY HORSE SORT
at our Feb event

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Hold your horses! Save the date! WATPA is coming in strong with our first sort for 2025 to be held on 22/23 Feb at Valle...
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Hold your horses! Save the date!
WATPA is coming in strong with our first sort for 2025 to be held on 22/23 Feb at Valley Views Equestrian Park - Agistment, Training & Events . Heres the flyer - entries ARE NOT YET LIVE..... keep your eyes peeled for more info

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WATPA would like to take a moment to show our gratitude to ALL competitors, behind the scenes helpers, judges and our en...
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WATPA would like to take a moment to show our gratitude to ALL competitors, behind the scenes helpers, judges and our endless list of sponsors for 2024.

We wish each and everyone of you a safe, enjoyable and relaxing festive season.

See y’all in the pens in Feb 🎅🐄🤠

Rags Horse-Attire
RSNCA - Ranch Sorting National Championships Australia
Valley Views Equestrian Park - Agistment, Training & Events
Western Meat Packers Group
Country Wide Insurance Brokers
S&L Horse Services
JMAC Cutter
MC Equine - Farrier and training service
Equitouch Sports Massage Therapy with Kristy
Topp Dogg
Helmet Brims
Riviera WA
Karratha Mobile Veterinary Services - Dr Lisa Pearce
Borrello Beef

Europa Saddlery
All Things Stock
Moora Toyota
Elders
Perenjori roadhouse

GT Shearing

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Huge congratulations to all riders who have been rated up this week- check your inboxes!!! Your training, hard work and ...
18/12/2024

Huge congratulations to all riders who have been rated up this week- check your inboxes!!!
Your training, hard work and team mentality has paid off dividends. Well done to all 🏆

last of the pics from the weekend for everyone
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last of the pics from the weekend for everyone

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Perth, WA
6084

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WATPA is the West Australian Team Penners Association Inc which promotes the sports of Ranch Sorting and Team Penning. WATPA encourages the mixing of all age groups, abilities and skill levels within a fun, social, yet competitive atmosphere. The WATPA was born in West Australia in August 2009. Our emphasis is family fun, playing with our horses and cattle in a controlled environment. Our inaugural event was in October, 2009 and since then we have been enjoying Team Penning and Ranch Sorting. We welcome sponsorship and will do all we can to support your business if you partner with us. WATPA offers a 50% payout on events, and we will help you along the way with clinics and training days. We expect to run about 6 events a year on a bi monthly basis in the lovely Chittering Valley WA. Everyone is welcome – it’s a great spectator sport and watching is free. Our membership season runs from the 1st of December to the 30th of November. So get your membership in and start having some fun!