NCEA Team Rankings (February 4, 2014)
1. South Carolina
2. Baylor
3. Auburn
4. Kansas State
Prairie Classic: Murray Griggs, Brad Kearns, Gretchen Mathes, Beckey Schooler, Jennifer Thompson, Brent Tincher, Robin Griggs, and Terri Beck.
Heart of Texas Spring Circuit: Jon Barry, Gigi Bailey, Jeff Hill, and Jess Herd.
OQHA Spring Show: Kelly Boles Chapman, Brett Clark, Casey Devitt, Karen Graham, Tanya Green, Brent Maxwell, Gary Roberts, Jimmy Stickler, Sam Rose, Gary Putman, Dawn Casey, and Loreen Mckenzie.
“This was a tough win for us today, so I was really proud to see that we kept fighting, especially late in the meet,” South Carolina head coach Boo Major said. “New Mexico State proved today that they deserve their No. 4 ranking, so we certainly tip our hats to their riders because they showed up today and I thought they rode well.”
Continue reading …“A favorite of exhibitors and spectators alike, the class is judged on how well horses and riders perform in a simulated ranch environment. “In Ranch Pleasure, judges look for a perfect, handy horse with manners, versatility and movement,” said AQHA Senior Director of Judges Alex Ross. “There’s a real emphasis on forward movement and ground-covering gaits, while rules of cadence still apply.”
Continue reading …Judges:
Michael Adams, Rochester, IL
Gerald Butler, Guthrie, OK
Cynthia Richardson, Longmont, CO
“This is a great accomplishment for Layla and we are all thrilled for her today,” South Carolina head coach Boo Major said. “Layla has proven herself to be one of the best, if not the best reiner at the college level so it’s always special when you’re able to win at a national show.”
Continue reading …23 entries in Novice Youth Trail, 39 in 14-18 Trail, and 42 in 14-18 Horsemanship is just a taste of what the final portion of the show offered to youth participants.
Continue reading …Pro Am Circuit Judges: Tina Anderson, Darren Wright, Kelly Chapman, Terry Cross
Area 3 Spring Classic Judges: Suzy Jeane, Wayne Holt, Brent Tincher, Terry Cross
McCallum was a pillar in the driving community and enjoyed a long and successful career in the equestrian world. McCallum’s accomplishments over the years include competitor, organizer, official, volunteer, horseman, coach, judge and rider.
Continue reading …Thanks to the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Media Department for sharing these great photos from the 2014 event currently taking place in Texas. The Fort Worth Stock Show will continue through February 8th at the Will Rogers Memorial Complex. Visit FWSSR.com to view a schedule of events, ticket information, rodeo details, carnival fun, […]
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