Sponsorship Opportunities - Horse Nations Indian Relay

Horse Nations Indian Relay 2026 Sponsorship Opportunities

Support the 2026 Championship of Champions

About the Championship of Champions

The Championship of Champions is the premier event in Indian Relay, organized by the Horse Nations Indian Relay Council, Inc. (HNIRC).

This elite competition brings together the top relay teams from across Indian Country and Canada to compete for one of the most prestigious titles in the sport — Champion of Champions.

2026 marks the 10th Anniversary of this event, celebrating a decade of growth, excellence, and the enduring strength of Indian Relay traditions across Tribal Nations.

In recent years, the event has:

Hosted the largest Indian Relay competitions in history (by team participation and attendance).
Attracted over 100 relay teams from across North America
Gained national exposure, including features on programs such as 60 Minutes

Divisions include:

Men’s Relay Championship
Women’s Relay (rapidly expanding)
Junior, Youth, and Kids Relay division

These divisions ensure the continuation of Indian Relay traditions for future generations.

A Gathering of Nations

The Championship of Champions is more than a race — it is a gathering of Nations.

A Gathering of Nations

Tribes from across North America come together to represent their people, horses, and cultural traditions. Hosting the 10th Anniversary at Frontier Park elevates this gathering to a historic venue, increasing visibility and pride for all participating Nations.

Why Become a Tribal Sponsor

By becoming a Tribal Sponsor, your Tribe is:

Supporting the preservation of Indigenous horsemanship
Investing in youth and the next generation of riders
Representing your Nation at a nationally recognized event
Standing in unity with other Tribal Nations

Your sponsorship is more than support — it is representation.

Tribal Sponsorship Benefits

Recognition & Representation

Official recognition as a Tribal Partner of the 10th Annual Championship of Champions
Listing among participating and supporting Tribal Nations
Announcer recognition during race events
Logo placement in the official event program (Tribal Sponsor page)
Recognition on event jumbotron
Recognition on the HNIRC website
Social media promotion to a growing national audience

Official recognition as a Tribal Partner of the 10th Annual Championship of Champions
Listing among participating and supporting Tribal Nations
Announcer recognition during race events
Logo placement in the official event program (Tribal Sponsor page)
Recognition on event jumbotron
Recognition on the HNIRC website
Social media promotion to a growing national audience

Cultural Presence

Acknowledgment as a Tribe actively supporting Indigenous culture and equine traditions

Impact and Legacy

Your sponsorship directly supports:
- - Indigenous youth relay
  - Preservation of Indian Relay traditions
  - Continued growth of a 10-year legacy event across Tribal Nations

Join Us

This milestone year represents more than competition — it reflects the strength, resilience, and future of Indian Relay.

We invite your Tribe to stand with us and be recognized as part of this historic 10th Anniversary event.

Contact Calvin Ghost Bear
Horse Nations Indian Relay Council
(605) 381-0823
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