If you have not had the chance to meet Olivia Wynn at a horse show yet, you should! This year she is serving as the Illinois Quarter Horse Youth Associations president, so you might get a chance to see her smiling face if you attending an event in the Midwest.
Continue reading …AQHA Hall of Fame Induction and Reunion Celebration
April 21, 2021 Comments Off on AQHA Hall of Fame Induction and Reunion Celebration
The 2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction and Reunion Celebration is coming home to the American Quarter Horse Association and the American Quarter Horse Foundation’s headquarters in Amarillo, Texas. The celebration is slated for Friday and Saturday, August 13-14. Through a multi-day celebration, rich with events honoring previous and current inductees, the occasion […]
Continue reading …Congratulations to AQHA Year-End Winners
April 20, 2021 Comments Off on Congratulations to AQHA Year-End Winners
“Earning an AQHA high-point award is evidence of the year-long commitment to excellence in the show pen from both horse and rider,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “To earn an AQHA high-point title is no easy feat. Congratulations to all on this tremendous accomplishment especially during such an unprecedented year!”
Continue reading …2021 AQHA Youth World Schedule Now Online
April 20, 2021 Comments Off on 2021 AQHA Youth World Schedule Now Online
AQHA Publicity The tentative schedule for the 2021 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show is now available online. The schedule includes Level 3, Adequan® Level 2, Nutrena Level 1 youth classes and 13-&-Under Level 3 core classes. New for 2021, ranch trail and working hunter under saddle will also be offered and included as […]
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In a thoughtful move, the club reached out to members to gain insight into their feelings, preferences, and attitudes regarding the Youth World and National Show. The resulting collection of survey responses provides a fascinating, real-time look into the opinions of current club members.
Continue reading …MQHA Winter Blast Rescheduled to April
April 20, 2021 Comments Off on MQHA Winter Blast Rescheduled to April
An Equine Production has released the news that the MQHA Winter Blast, which was originally scheduled for February 2021, has been rescheduled for April 22-25 in Lake St. Louis, MO. Judges for the show will be Andrea Simons, Stacey Roberson, Debra Jones-Wright, and Tracy Willis. Click here to view the showbill. Click here to view […]
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During 2020, the showing industry overcame significant challenges because of shows being cancelled or rescheduled due to the worldwide pandemic. Even though some shows were not held as planned, AQHA would still like to take the opportunity to recognize the top AQHA shows and circuits, which were safely hosted in 2020.
Continue reading …Georgia and Sweet Briar Named NCEA National Champions
April 19, 2021 Comments Off on Georgia and Sweet Briar Named NCEA National Champions
The Mustangs tied things up in Horsemanship. Mallory Vroegh defeated Sara Lewis 220-209 to close the gap to one (3-2). Georgia’s Leah Anderson upended Nya Kearns 221-218.5 as the Bulldogs led 4-2. Aubrey Alderman and Megan Waldron both won their points to tie up the meet 4-4 at the halfway mark.
Continue reading …APHA Youth Gain Experience During Game Changers Program
April 18, 2021 Comments Off on APHA Youth Gain Experience During Game Changers Program
After a successful first year, APHA is excited to continue the Game Changers Program which allows AjPHA national directors to participate as non-voting members on select APHA Advisory Committees.
Continue reading …NSBA World Show Qualification Details
April 17, 2021 Comments Off on NSBA World Show Qualification Details
Qualifying is done through participation in each class at Dual Approved events or Special Events. In the Open classes, the horse, and in the Amateur and Youth classes, the horse and rider, will be required to participate in the corresponding Dual Approved class a minimum of 5 times within the qualifying period of May 1, 2020 through April 30, 2021. Those who are not qualified may enter with an additional $150 qualification fee per class. First entry deadline is July 1, 2021.