Memorial Arrangements Made For Lynn Leedy
July 8, 2021 Comments Off on Memorial Arrangements Made For Lynn Leedy
Mary Lynn Leedy (“Lynn”) passed peacefully surrounded by her family and friends on July 2, 2021 in her hometown of Oklahoma City. Lynn was born January 25, 1946 in St. Louis, Missouri to J. Walter Duncan Jr. and Ann Louise’s Burke and is survived by her beloved children Bradley Burke Leedy and Sarah Lynn Dooley […]
Continue reading …Tips For Developing Smooth Transitions
July 8, 2021 Comments Off on Tips For Developing Smooth Transitions
“First, you want to collect your horse, and then ask for the transition. Don’t mash the gas and have the horse take control of you. You’re in control of the horse. If you ask for the transition the same way every time, you and your horse will have a mutual understanding. With that, you will continue to progress as a rider.”
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COLUMBUS, OH – “The new Congress Ranch Horse Sale will be held on Saturday October 2, 2021 in conjunction with the 55th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress,” says Mike Jennings, of the auction management company, Professional Horse Services, LLC. “The sale will offer well broke Ranch, Trail and Versatility horses that will be screened […]
Continue reading …Condolences Following Passing of Longtime Horsewoman, Lynn Leedy
July 7, 2021 Comments Off on Condolences Following Passing of Longtime Horsewoman, Lynn Leedy
Our sincerest condolences go out to the friends and family of Mary “Lynn” Leedy, who recently passed away. A longtime horse-lover, Lynn was an active non-pro competitor and owner of several great horses over the years, such as Legal Machine and Miss Pine Chex Zippo. She also raised the ApHC Hall of Fame stallion, Dandy […]
Continue reading …Find Your New Horse- Last Call to Enter July Internet Auction
July 7, 2021 Comments Off on Find Your New Horse- Last Call to Enter July Internet Auction
Pro Horse Services, LLC “Buyer can shop a very nice selection of show horses, prospects, broodmares, stallions and trail riding horses in the July Internet Auction,” says Mike Jennings of Professional Horse Services, LLC. “The Internet catalog is posted and available for buyers to shop horses in the July Internet Auction. Bidding will open on […]
Continue reading …Stars N Stripes and Big A Concludes With Patriotic Fanfare on the Fourth of July
July 7, 2021 Comments Off on Stars N Stripes and Big A Concludes With Patriotic Fanfare on the Fourth of July
The Stars N Stripes and Big A horse show recently concluded in Conyers, GA to much patriotic fanfare June 25-July 4th. The show hosted ten judges at the Georgia International Horse Park and included Georgia Gold classes, Show For Dough classes, and plenty of fun special events.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now- Nadine Miller
July 7, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Then and Now- Nadine Miller
“This is me and my horse, Zip Is It. I never thought as a 13 & under youth that I would be showing him 13 years later as an amateur. At 20 years old, ‘Joey still loves his job!”- Nadine Miller If you have a great Then and Now photo to share, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …EC Bridleless Challenge Concludes With Enthusiastic Participation
July 7, 2021 Comments Off on EC Bridleless Challenge Concludes With Enthusiastic Participation
Sometimes, the best ride comes when there’s nothing getting in the way of the bond between you and your horse. This can be in the form of outside world distractions or even a bridle. When it’s just you and your horse, you’re forced to focus intently on the manner in which you’re riding–how you use your core, seat, and legs–because there isn’t a bit or reins to fall back on for steering support.
Continue reading …Colten Dulin Wins 2021 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award at APHA World
July 6, 2021 Comments Off on Colten Dulin Wins 2021 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award at APHA World
Colten Dulin from Nampa, Idaho, proved himself as an outstanding Youth sportsman at the 2021 APHA World Championship Show, and as a result, he was named the Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award winner. Throughout the show, Colten could be found with a smile on his face, even though he knew his horse would be retiring after the World Show. Often presenting awards to other class winners, Colten took the job seriously and made it his mission to be a good sportsman while also having fun at the World Show.
Continue reading …Sweet Lazy Sensations and Rylee Morgan Win 2021 Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden WP
July 6, 2021 Comments Off on Sweet Lazy Sensations and Rylee Morgan Win 2021 Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden WP
With Canada’s borders mostly closed during 2020 due to the pandemic, Sweet Lazy Sensations was stuck in Canada with owner Pamela Switzer of Busby, Alberta, instead of heading to the U.S. for training as a 2-year-old and then on to the 2020 APHA World Championship Show. But perhaps it was for the best, since the mare’s lack of showing in 2020 made her eligible to participate in the 2021 APHA World Show’s new Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Western Pleasure Stakes class. “Hayley” and trainer Rylee Morgan of Provo, Utah, clinched the class’ limited and overall championship titles and took home more than $14,000.
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