RFTTEJOBS is proud to sponsor the Stand-Out Student Award at the 2026 High School Campdraft Percentile Cup, with one deserving young competitor taking home the magnificent RFTTE trophy buckle and, quite literally, getting the “gold in the buckle”!
The award will recognise a student who stands out through their sportsmanship, horsemanship, leadership, attitude and willingness to support others throughout the event.
The High School Campdraft Percentile Cup
- Pittsworth Showgrounds, Queensland
- 2 to 4 October 2026
The High School Campdraft Percentile Cup has quickly developed into one of Australia’s leading school campdrafting events; bringing together young riders from schools across Queensland and New South Wales.
Following 38 schools participating last year, more than 300 young riders representing around 40 schools are expected to gather at Pittsworth in 2026.
Students travel from across Queensland and New South Wales to represent their schools in team and individual campdrafting events, demonstrating impressive horsemanship, stock handling and teamwork.
Just as importantly, the competition gives students an opportunity to build confidence, leadership, resilience and lifelong friendships with other young people who share their passion for horses, cattle and rural Australia.
From a Student’s Idea to a Major School Event
The High School Campdraft Percentile Cup began in 2017 through the vision of Emily Curr, who was then a student at St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School.
Emily wanted school students involved in campdrafting to have the opportunity to represent their schools in the sport they loved.
The first competition was held at Warwick in 2017. Since then, the event has grown enormously, attracting regional and city-based schools and establishing itself as a much-anticipated date on the school campdrafting calendar.
It is a terrific example of what can happen when a young person’s idea is backed by families, schools, volunteers, sponsors and the wider rural community.
Keeping Rural Skills and Traditions Alive
Campdrafting requires far more than simply being able to ride a horse.
Competitors must understand cattle, read the movement of their selected beast, communicate closely with their horse and make quick decisions under pressure. It demands preparation, patience, courage and respect for both horse and livestock.
These are valuable skills that extend well beyond the campdraft arena.
Many of the students competing at Pittsworth will become the next generation of station hands, stockpeople, horse trainers, livestock agents, veterinarians, agribusiness professionals and rural community leaders.
Events such as the High School Campdraft Percentile Cup help keep Australia’s rural traditions alive while strengthening the future of our livestock and agricultural industries.
The RFTTE Stand-Out Student Award
Not every memorable performance is reflected on the scoreboard.
The RFTTE Stand-Out Student Award will recognise a young competitor who represents the qualities valued throughout the RFTTE community, including:
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Outstanding sportsmanship
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Respect for horses, cattle, officials and fellow competitors
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A positive and encouraging attitude
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Leadership and a willingness to help others
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Persistence when things do not go to plan
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A genuine passion for rural Australia
The winner will receive the specially designed RFTTE trophy buckle, featuring the High School Campdraft Percentile Cup, RFTTE and RFTTEJOBS.com.
We reckon it is a pretty special buckle, and we cannot wait to see which outstanding student earns the gold in 2026!
Support the 2026 Event
An event of this size relies on the generosity of sponsors, schools, families, volunteers and supporters.
Businesses and organisations can help the event continue providing young Australians with this valuable opportunity by becoming a sponsor.
Supporting the High School Campdraft Percentile Cup is a practical way to invest in young people, rural communities and the future of Australian agriculture.
Follow the High School Campdraft Percentile Cup on Facebook for sponsorship information, nominations, event announcements and highlights.
Ariat returns as the event’s Platinum Sponsor in 2026, continuing its long-term support of young riders and rural families.
We’ll See You at Pittsworth!
RFTTEJOBS.com is delighted to support the 2026 High School Campdraft Percentile Cup and the talented young Australians who make it such a special event.
Good luck to every student, school team, horse and family making the trip to Pittsworth.
Ride well, look after your mates and enjoy every minute of it!
THE 2026 HIGH SCHOOL CAMPDRAFT PERCENTILE CUP
Pittsworth Showgrounds, Queensland
2 to 4 October 2026
Sources: High School Campdraft Percentile Cup, St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School and ABC Rural.
