In Novice Youth 13 and under Western Pleasure, Julie Fosher rode Quita Machine to a big win. Coming in Reserve was Lillian Woodruff with Huntin An Invitation. Third place was Lindsey Roth with A Magicle Moment. Fourth place was Sheldon Hehr with Innocent Sensation. Rounding out the top five was Chandler Ennis with One Sensational Diva.

Neither of these equestriennes are strangers to the winner’s circle; however, tonight’s performance marked a notable first for each. This is Mary Katherine’s first World Show competing with “Rodney” and her first AjPHA Youth World Championship title earned. Olivia and “Brett” have won Novice Youth Horsemanship and 13 and Under Horsemanship, but this was their first time receiving a buckle in the 14-18 division.

While most people around the country are enjoying family barbecues, parades, and fireworks this Fourth of July, AjPHA competitors are taking on lope pinwheels, trot serpentines, and other complex maneuvers during a challenging Robert Dehn Trail course.