It’s My Turn – Ann Woodruff is Back in The Saddle Again
July 11, 2021 Comments Off on It’s My Turn – Ann Woodruff is Back in The Saddle Again
One might be forgiven for believing that Ann Woodruff picked up her talent, poise, and presence in the show pen by osmosis. After all, for many years she was ringside, supporting and encouraging her daughter, Lillian, to numerous championship titles. Now, the roles have reversed. Ann is scooping up the wins in the arena while Lilli cheers her on from the rail. With enormous drive and passion, Ann has enjoyed remarkable success in her inaugural few months of showing after a hiatus that spanned decades. Yet, like most overnight successes, the reality is that success has been years in the making.
Continue reading …EC TV- 2021 APHA World- One Flashy Sensation- Winningest Horse in APHA History
July 9, 2021 Comments Off on EC TV- 2021 APHA World- One Flashy Sensation- Winningest Horse in APHA History
2021 APHA World- One Flashy Sensation- Winningest Horse in APHA History
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Imagine what would happen if you took the characters from the 2004 film, Mean Girls, and put them in a horse show setting. It sounds like the start to a terrible joke, but for some, it’s actually pretty close to reality. While the horse industry is full of encouraging, well-meaning folks who support and cheer each other on, competition at any level can bring out a few bad apples in the bunch. Though barn bullying might look a little different than a schoolyard scuffle or being stuffed into a locker, it can be just as hurtful to the victims and even damaging to the horsemen and women who make their livings in the industry.
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.”
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 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 …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.
Continue reading …Around the Rings at 2021 APHA World Show- Part 2
July 6, 2021 Comments Off on Around the Rings at 2021 APHA World Show- Part 2
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The Dolan Family ~ From POA to AQHA
July 5, 2021 Comments Off on The Dolan Family ~ From POA to AQHA
Madison Dolan is used to making a splash in the show pen. At just three years old, she’d already fallen in love with riding and by the following year she was showing her POA in Leadline at the 2010 Fort Worth Stock Show. When she made her debut in AQHA in 2017, there was no testing the water at a couple of state shows to get her feet wet. She went right to the Quarter Horse Congress. At the time, Madison and her horse had just 13 years between them; she was 11 and her gelding, One of the Cool Kids, aka “Luke” was only two. It was his first show ever. She rode him to placings in both the Level 1 Western Pleasure and 13 & Under Western Pleasure. It was an impressive start to a new show career to say the least.
Continue reading …From the Publisher – The Need for a Solid Foundation
July 3, 2021 Comments Off on From the Publisher – The Need for a Solid Foundation
I started showing horses at local, open shows. My greatest memories from those days weren’t the wins or the trophies, or even winning money from a class with a jackpot. My greatest memories came after the show when we all cooked out, played football, and raced our horses around the grounds. I made good friends and learned a lot about life. I met my wife because of horses. I am certain horse shows did the same for others.
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