Earning a top Equitation score often hinges on challenging maneuvers like the hand gallop, the leg yield, and dropping your stirrups. However, with the right preparation, every rider can become confident in these advanced skills. Experts Shannon McCulloch, Jessica Johnson, and David Miller weigh in, sharing their expertise, discussing common mistakes, and outlining exercises that will help you ace these difficult maneuvers.
Continue reading …Many of the classes and disciplines were four point or more, per judge. PQHA was able to provide Free Pizza to exhibitors on Thursday evening thanks to the generous sponsorship of The Equine Chronicle.
Continue reading …In the horse show world, the term “all-around” is used to describe horses and competitors who excel across many disciplines.
Continue reading …The largest classes included 30+ entries in Level 1 Trail, 40 in Amateur Showmanship, 44 in Youth 14-18 Horsemanship, 39 in Amateur Horsemanship, 20 in Senior Western Pleasure, and 25 in Level 1 Western Pleasure.
Continue reading …The MAQHA Corporate Challenge ended with a bang yesterday in St. Paul, MN. with more than 8,000 total entries across all divisions. According to the new management team, Mark Harrell Horse Shows, that’s an increase of nearly 1,500 AQHA entries.
Continue reading …Think back to your first breed show. More than likely it was a small, local show where you dipped your toe into the competitive waters, looking for any friendly face or small amount of success to make you feel like you belonged.
Continue reading …Another unique opportunity this year are youth and amateur mentors. Pair up with an experienced youth or amateur who will serve as your horse show guide!
Continue reading …Sarah and Hanah Eberspacher are twin girls who share more than just their birthday; they share a love of horses.
Continue reading …“George has a really large personality, and I love that about him. I’m really going to miss him and miss competing with him, but I feel like this was a good thing for everyone. I’m going to be their biggest fan, and I can’t wait to cheer for George and Heidi!”
Continue reading …“It doesn’t matter how sleep-deprived you are, hearing the words ‘foal’ and ‘problem’ in such close proximity, liberally sprinkled with a clear sense of urgency, inspires any mare owner on the face of the earth to find a new, much higher gear.”
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