AQHA Hires Director of Show Officials
January 14, 2025 Comments Off on AQHA Hires Director of Show Officials
The world’s largest breed registry welcomes Chris Benedict as the AQHA director of officials. From AQHA: The American Quarter Horse Association has hired Chris Benedict as the AQHA director of officials. Benedict began his new role on January 13. As the director of officials, Benedict will be responsible for overseeing the direction of the AQHA […]
Continue reading …PBRIP Enrollment Fees Eliminated in 2025
January 14, 2025 Comments Off on PBRIP Enrollment Fees Eliminated in 2025
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Effective immediately, the Paint Barrel Racing Incentive Program $39 enrollment fee is eliminated. This means PBRIP exhibitors no longer need to pay the annual enrollment fee to participate in APHA’s exclusive barrel racing incentive program—a current APHA membership and a fast Paint Horse are all you need to join in […]
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From AQHA: The American Quarter Horse Association has an exciting line-up of events planned for 2025. Mark your calendars and set your reminders today with these dates, organized by category. Dates are tentative and subject to change. January 14-16: 2025 Boehringer Ingelheim Professional Horsemen Academy at the South Point Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas AQHA Convention […]
Continue reading …American Horse Council Formally Requests USDA Delay New HPA Regulations
January 10, 2025 Comments Off on American Horse Council Formally Requests USDA Delay New HPA Regulations
From AHC: Washington, D.C. – Julie Broadway, President of the American Horse Council, released the following statement on the pending implementation of the revised Horse Protection Act (HPA) regulation: “The American Horse Council (AHC) has formally requested that the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) delay the implementation of […]
Continue reading …NSBA Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
January 10, 2025 Comments Off on NSBA Announces 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees
From NSBA: The National Snaffle Bit Association has announced the 2025 inductees into its prestigious Hall Of Fame. The newest inductees include Kamanyawannadance in the Show Horse category; Goodbars Glamourgirl in the Breeding Horse – Mare category; Allocate Your Assets in the Breeding Horse – Stallion category; and Chris Cecil Darnell in the Individual category. […]
Continue reading …Important Schedule Change – 2025 NCHA NRR Cat King Cole Super Stakes and National Circuit Championship
January 10, 2025 Comments Off on Important Schedule Change – 2025 NCHA NRR Cat King Cole Super Stakes and National Circuit Championship
From NCHA: January 7, 2025 FORT WORTH, TX – It is with great excitement that the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) is announcing the renovation of the Will Rogers Memorial Complex. This innovative reconstruction of the facilities promises an improved experience for competitors and viewers alike for future shows. Renovations are expected to be completed […]
Continue reading …APHA Celebrates 2025 Judge Tenure Awards
January 9, 2025 Comments Off on APHA Celebrates 2025 Judge Tenure Awards
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: The 2025 Judge Tenure Awards honor 26 judges in celebration of their lasting contributions to APHA and their decades of duty. The award, symbolized by a tenure ring or pendant, represents the countless hours judges spend in the arena, the champions they crown and the support they provide exhibitors at […]
Continue reading …Schedules for AQHA L1 Championships Online
January 7, 2025 Comments Off on Schedules for AQHA L1 Championships Online
From AQHA Showing:’ Schedules for the 𝗔𝗤𝗛𝗔 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹 𝟭 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽𝘀 are available online! East: aqha.com/east-level-1-resources West: aqha.com/west-level-1-resources Key Level 1 Dates to Remember: ♦ January 22, 8 a.m. CST: East Level 1 RVs Open ♦ February 1: Entries Open ♦ March 17, 5 p.m. CST: East Level 1 Entry Deadline ♦ […]
Continue reading …36 Rule Change Proposals to be Considered at 2025 APHA Leadership Gathering
January 3, 2025 Comments Off on 36 Rule Change Proposals to be Considered at 2025 APHA Leadership Gathering
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: The following 36 rule change proposals will be considered by their respective advisory committees at the 2025 APHA Leadership Gathering, taking place February 27–March 2, 2025. The related advisory committees will determine which proposals will pass out of committee for voting by elected APHA state directors. To be eligible for voting […]
Continue reading …NRHA to Launch Pilot Program for New Ranch Reining Class
December 28, 2024 Comments Off on NRHA to Launch Pilot Program for New Ranch Reining Class
From NRHA: The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) has introduced an exciting new pilot program: the Ranch Reining Class, approved by the NRHA Board of Directors for a pilot phase. This initiative aims to broaden participation in reining events by offering a more accessible, welcoming environment for both newcomers and seasoned competitors. What is Ranch Reining? […]
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