Blind Horsemanship Challenge Was Unique Test of Riders’ Skills
April 1, 2021 Comments Off on Blind Horsemanship Challenge Was Unique Test of Riders’ Skills
Open to all ages of non-pro riders, this unique event tested a rider’s memory skills, maneuvering capabilities, and ability to stay calm under pressure.
Continue reading …Multiple Congress, AQHA, and NSBA Champion, No Doubting Me, Finds New Home with Cindy Kaufman
March 31, 2021 Comments Off on Multiple Congress, AQHA, and NSBA Champion, No Doubting Me, Finds New Home with Cindy Kaufman
The multiple Congress, AQHA World, and NSBA World Champion, No Doubting Me, formerly owned by Sue Sancken and ridden by Sydnie Ochs, has sold to Cindy Kaufman of Westerville, Ohio. “No No” will continue his career under the guidance of Chad Piper of Piper Performance Horses.
Continue reading …Beau Baird – Representing the Horse Industry in Government
March 31, 2021 Comments Off on Beau Baird – Representing the Horse Industry in Government
A legacy of compassion and a desire to help others began as a way of life for Beau Baird, even as a young child.
Continue reading …A Horse is the Ultimate Dance Partner
March 30, 2021 Comments Off on A Horse is the Ultimate Dance Partner
“All of these sports require self awareness and being physically fit. Together, this combination compliments each discipline. Kinsey’s flexibility is an asset to being an equestrian. Riding horses requires us to use our bodies in a way only riding does. Having loose joints and supple muscles makes it easier for our bodies to give and move with the horses.”
Continue reading …Joy Wheeler’s Win in 2021 Hylton Maiden Marks Bittersweet Celebration For Hylton Family
March 29, 2021 Comments Off on Joy Wheeler’s Win in 2021 Hylton Maiden Marks Bittersweet Celebration For Hylton Family
Longtime AQHA enthusiast, Cecilia Hylton, passed in February of this year, and while the 2021 event that bears her namesake was a celebratory one, welcoming a new horse and rider into the club of distinguished Hylton winners, it was also a time to reminisce upon fond memories of the past.
Continue reading …Getting to know Assistant Trainer Martin Doustou
March 28, 2021 Comments Off on Getting to know Assistant Trainer Martin Doustou
Amidst the craziness that ensued during the 2020 show season with a virus soon turned pandemic, there was a bright spot for Martin Doustou with a new opportunity as he landed a coveted spot as assistant trainer with Rusty Green Show Horses in Ocala, Florida. Then, at the AQHA World Championship Show, Martin found himself in the arena competing against some of his biggest idols with Beez In The Trap, a mare owned by Rusty’s late mother, Mary Rogers Green. They topped the Level 2 Junior Trail class, which gave Martin his first World title.
Continue reading …Electrolyte Supplementation for Equine Athletes?
March 26, 2021 Comments Off on Electrolyte Supplementation for Equine Athletes?
Adding electrolytes to the diet is frequently done in human athletics. This concept is often applied to equine athletes, but is supplementation of electrolytes in horses truly necessary?
Continue reading …“He’s Not an Appaloosa. His Spots Move”…
March 25, 2021 Comments Off on “He’s Not an Appaloosa. His Spots Move”…
“His spots do change,” Liz says. “It’s crazy. They will come back and go away as he sheds out. It moves around. It’s not like it’s pigment because he doesn’t have pink skin. It’s just the hair.”
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She checked her reins one more time as she started down the dimly lit tunnel titled “Gateway of Champions.” Her stomach vaulted as she followed her fellow exhibitors into the bright lights of the Jim Norick Arena. The time had come. As she began her first lap around the ring, she thought to herself, “What do I have to lose?” Chin up, hand down, and grounded in her saddle, Sydnie took a deep breath, beginning what would become a World Championship performance.
Continue reading …Photos and Results From Aggie Super Circuit
March 24, 2021 Comments Off on Photos and Results From Aggie Super Circuit
High point winners included Small Fry Champion Amblin Good N Easy and Channing Allen. Reserve was Chex Out My Chips and Avery Grant. The L1 Amateur WJ winner was A Girl Named Charlie and Patricia Wagner. Reserve was GoinGoodNHollywood and Brooke Alger. The L1 Youth WJ winner was Earned Wisely and Paige Huckstep. Reserve was Looking Good In Blue and Claire Busa.
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