History-Making Event at 2021 AQHA VRH World Show
July 5, 2021 Comments Off on History-Making Event at 2021 AQHA VRH World Show
“Our Association’s rich ranching heritage was honored by tough competition and camaraderie among the exhibitors over the past week. The true versatility of our ranching members and their American Quarter Horses was on full display,” said Justin Billings, AQHA Chief Show Officer. “Congratulations to all who took part in this history making event and hit personal bests at the 2021 AQHA VRH World.”
Continue reading …9 Things to Look Forward to at AQHA YES
July 3, 2021 Comments Off on 9 Things to Look Forward to at AQHA YES
AQHA Publicity The American Quarter Horse Association is excited to welcome attendees to the 2021 Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar July 12-14 in Amarillo. View the tentative YES schedule. An entertaining and action-packed three days are awaiting attendees in Amarillo. Check out these highlights to look forward to during YES: Kick off the week during registration with […]
Continue reading …Oklahoma Governor Tries Out Course at AQHA VRH World Show
July 2, 2021 Comments Off on Oklahoma Governor Tries Out Course at AQHA VRH World Show
“It’s such an honor to host American Quarter Horse Association events in Oklahoma,” Gov. Stitt said. “We’re so proud of our agricultural history and our way of life in Oklahoma. Both of my grandparents were involved in agriculture: My dad’s dad was the head vet at the Oklahoma City Stockyards, my other granddad was a rodeo cowboy and also a dairy farmer, so I grew up with this lifestyle. It’s an honor that people from across the country come here to Oklahoma to show their horses and compete. We want to also welcome everyone in November to the Farnam AQHA World Show, too.”
Continue reading …Texas Stars Win 2021 AjPHA Youth Team Tournament
July 2, 2021 Comments Off on Texas Stars Win 2021 AjPHA Youth Team Tournament
APHA hosted the annual horseIQ Youth Team Tournament this past Friday, June 25 during the 2021 APHA World Championship Show. The contest had eight teams competing in up to five performance classes (Showmanship, Equitation, Horsemanship, Ranch Riding and Walk-Trot Pleasure 5-10), Jeopardy and a Knowledge Relay.
Continue reading …All Im Gonna Do and Judy Zeitler Win APHA World Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Hunter Under Saddle
July 2, 2021 Comments Off on All Im Gonna Do and Judy Zeitler Win APHA World Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Hunter Under Saddle
Judy Zeitler’s first APHA World Championship Show is on fire—both literally and figuratively. After a hot start to their journey—her truck blew its transmission and caught fire on their way down to the show—Judy’s settled into a groove in Fort Worth, capturing a win in the 2021 Breeders’ Trust 3-year-old Maiden Hunter Under Saddle Stakes aboard All Im Gonna Do for owner Marchelle Everhart of Thomasville, North Carolina.
Continue reading …APHA World Champions Include Ferguson, Stratton, Hansen, Smith, Overway, and More
July 1, 2021 Comments Off on APHA World Champions Include Ferguson, Stratton, Hansen, Smith, Overway, and More
Today wraps up the end of Open Halter classes here at the APHA World Show, with the exception of Performance Halter, which will take place next week. Also on the schedule at this fast-paced show has been Trail, Showmanship, Western Riding, and Hunter Under Saddle classes in Open, Amateur, and Youth divisions.
Continue reading …All American Quarter Horse Congress Entry Book is Live
June 30, 2021 Comments Off on All American Quarter Horse Congress Entry Book is Live
The 2021 All American Quarter Horse Congress Entry Book is live! We’re back, Congress Strong, and ready for you! Excited to see everyone at the 2021 All American Quarter Horse Congress September 28th – October 24th!
Continue reading …APHA World Champions Include Mitchell, Smith, Turner, Stone-Wainscott, Rozas, and Winiewicz
June 30, 2021 Comments Off on APHA World Champions Include Mitchell, Smith, Turner, Stone-Wainscott, Rozas, and Winiewicz
The winner of Aged Mares was Red Hot N Stylish and Kelley Stone Wainscott. This mare is a 19-time World title holder, 5-time Scarlet Print Award winner, and the winningest APHA Halter Horse in history.
Continue reading …Two Sets of Best Friends Win APHA World Showmanship Titles
June 29, 2021 Comments Off on Two Sets of Best Friends Win APHA World Showmanship Titles
This is both Melody and Alyssa’s first time competing at the APHA World Show, and they admit that it’s a bit nerve-wracking, but today’s result couldn’t have been better. Alyssa’s main goal for this class was to remember her pattern. “I think my extended trot, walk, and 360 after the judge was really good,” she says. “Showmanship is my favorite class, because she’s really good at this class, and she’s a very good listener.”
Continue reading …APHA World Champions Include Minnis, Overway, Landy, Olsen, and More
June 28, 2021 Comments Off on APHA World Champions Include Minnis, Overway, Landy, Olsen, and More
12-year-old Anna lead 9-year-old “Zeke” to their third World Championship title of the horse show. Their other two came in Walk Trot Hunter Under Saddle and Equitation. They also won two Reserve titles at the Pinto World Show last week. “He’s been a really good boy at these shows. He listens well and is very calm.”
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