ApHC Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
July 8, 2020 Comments Off on ApHC Announces 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees
The Appaloosa Horse Club (ApHC) is pleased to announce the 2019 Hall of Fame Inductees. This prestigious honor is determined through a vote by the ApHC Board of Directors on nominated horses and people that have been reviewed and recommended by the Hall of Fame Committee, OR automatically by production/performance records.
Continue reading …International Exhibitors Win Big at APHA E-Shows
July 8, 2020 Comments Off on International Exhibitors Win Big at APHA E-Shows
The June 1 APHA E-Show marked a special accomplishment—the first time an international exhibitor has won both the APHA E-Show High-Point and Paint High-Point Exhibitor award. Anita Newbigging from Mount Brydges, Ontario, Canada, earned the titles with her 2015 brown solid gelding Too Sleepy Tonight, with whom she’s competed in 18 classes at three APHA E-Shows. So far, they have earned 16 Paint Alternative Competition credits and more than $500 in cash and gift certificates for their E-Shows participation.
Continue reading …AQHA Director at Large, Homer Stude, Has Passed
July 8, 2020 Comments Off on AQHA Director at Large, Homer Stude, Has Passed
Homer was a life member of the American Quarter Horse Association, and served as a director-at-large, as well as serving on the recreational riding committee. Homer was also chairman of the AQHA Youth Activities Committee. Homer was the well-deserving recipient of the 2011 Merle Wood Humanitarian award for his work with youth and horses. Homer and Cookie were always tremendous supporters and promoters of AQHA youth. Cookie used to manage the awards at the Youth World, wrangling awards and kids in the process.
Continue reading …NSBA World Unaffected by New Fair Park Restrictions
July 7, 2020 Comments Off on NSBA World Unaffected by New Fair Park Restrictions
“We are closely monitoring the COVID19 pandemic as it pertains to the show and to Oklahoma. NSBA will continue to work with the facility, state and local authorities in preparing for the event to move forward as planned while keeping the safety of our exhibitor as utmost importance.”
Continue reading …Judges Announced For Select World Show
July 7, 2020 Comments Off on Judges Announced For Select World Show
The American Quarter Horse Association is excited to announce the judges for the 2020 AQHA Select World Championship Show, presented by Adequan® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan).
Continue reading …Qualify For 2021 World Championship Appaloosa Show by ACAAP
July 7, 2020 Comments Off on Qualify For 2021 World Championship Appaloosa Show by ACAAP
See ACAAP rules contained in the 2020 Official Handbook of the ApHC for complete rules. This exciting opportunity is available in multiple class categories and are a great opportunity, especially for those who compete in hard-to-find disciplines like cutting, roping and jumping.
Continue reading …View AQHA Youth Excellence Seminar Online For Limited Time
July 6, 2020 Comments Off on View AQHA Youth Excellence Seminar Online For Limited Time
“Transitioning the seminar to a virtual setting allowed attendees experience the benefits of YES while remaining in the safety of their own homes,” said Katie Reynolds, AQHA director of youth programs. “All AQHYA members and nonmembers, ages 10 to 18, parents and adult leaders were invited to attend this year’s virtual seminar. Participants were given full access to live and pre-recorded leadership sessions, which are now available online for viewing at any time.”
Continue reading …AQHA Foundation Awards 159 Scholarships for 2020-21
July 5, 2020 Comments Off on AQHA Foundation Awards 159 Scholarships for 2020-21
This year, the American Quarter Horse Foundation is awarding 159 students a total of $420,750 for the 2020-21 academic year. Since its inception in 1976, the Foundation scholarship program has awarded more than $8.5 million in financial assistance to more than 1,500 young horse enthusiasts and industry members.
Continue reading …New Classes Added to ABRA World Show
July 4, 2020 Comments Off on New Classes Added to ABRA World Show
Dates- July 20-26, 2020 This year’s show starts Monday, July 20 at 3:00 pm.
No unloading of horses or tack before 8 am Sunday, July 19, 2020.
AQHYA Executive Committee and Directors Named for 2020-21
July 3, 2020 Comments Off on AQHYA Executive Committee and Directors Named for 2020-21
AQHYA Executive Committee
President: Justin Eddy of Rocheport, Missouri
First Vice President: Claire Lee of McAllen, Texas
Second Vice President: Steve Wheat of Ocala, Florida
Executive Member: Emma Schaefer of New Virginia, Iowa
Executive Member: Alexa Black of Springfield, Ohio