American Hat Company: The Official Cowboy Hat of The National High School Rodeo Association

BOWIE, Texas, Feb. 25, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- American Hat Company is proud to announce it is the official cowboy hat of The National High School Rodeo Association, (NHSRA) and the National High School Rodeo Association Junior Division (NHSRA JD).

The NHSRA is the largest rodeo association in the world, sanctioning more than 1,800 rodeos including 48 state and provincial rodeo finals. American Hat Company becoming the official hat of the NHSRA and the NJHSRA signals a significant brand shift among the young people in the sport of rodeo.

"The opportunity to partner with NHSRA and the NJHSRA is a dream come true for American Hat Company," says Keith Mundee, American Hat Company President.  "The high school kids unofficially adopted our brand five years ago and we have been very grateful.  Now it is our chance to give back to the association and provide some additional scholarship funds.  We believe high school rodeo is the future of the sport of rodeo."

American Hat Company is known for great quality and setting the trends in the western hat market with unique color combinations and design patterns in their straw hats and a special lacquer finish that will allow you to wear your hat in the rain. American Hat Company makes the very finest felt hats available. Its signature hat is a 1000X Belly Beaver and Mink.

"We're proud to welcome American Hat Company as the newest sponsor of the high school rodeo," said NHSRA Executive Director James Higginbotham. "American Hat Company's investment in the association will allow us to offer valuable college scholarships to our deserving members, beginning with the National High School Finals Rodeo and the National Junior High Finals Rodeo this summer. We look forward to a long, rewarding partnership as we look to develop opportunities for the association's membership."

About American Hat Company

Founded in 1915 in Houston, Texas, the brand has grown to a world known cowboy hat preferred by rodeo champions, working cowboys, ranchers and Texas lawmen.  American Hat Company is an innovator in the western industry and has been credited with developing the "open crown" concept.  The company is celebrating 100 years of producing the very best quality felt and straw hats this year.  American Hat Company also partners with Tuf Cooper to make a signature series of Tuf Cooper straws and felts.  Tuf Cooper is the sport of rodeo's youngest millionaire.  American Hat Company is located in Bowie, Texas and owned by Keith and Susan Maddox.  American Hat Company is the "The Professional Cowboys Choice."

About The National High School Rodeo Association

The National High School Rodeo Association was founded in 1949, the mission of the NHSRA has existed first and foremost to promote and support education and to develop the essential attributes of leadership, dedication, commitment and responsibility in high school students.  While preserving the western heritage, the NHSRA teaches its members to maintain the highest regard for each other and their livestock.  The NHSRA's mission does not stop on the high school level, as the Association also strives to impart to its members the advantage of higher education and the desire to never stop learning.  The NHSRA supports their dreams by annually awarding more than $450,000.00 in scholarships at the national level, and $1.4 million in scholarship cumulatively on the international level.   With over 50 Years of history behind the NHSRA and continued growth and success, the organization is preserving the past and preparing for a successful future.

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