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."
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.