In the next class, Yearling Geldings, Ted Turner led Big Time Addiction to win for Amanda Wallinger-Rowan. We had the chance to chat with Amanda earlier in the week following her win in Amateur Yearling Geldings with her double registered AQHA/APHA gelding, Big Time Addiction.
Continue reading …First Weanling Geldings will be offered in both Amateur and Open Divisions. Also, a new addition will be DIY classes. These classes are designed for the competitor wants to “Do It Yourself.” In order to participate in these classes, the weanlings must not be under the guidance of a horse trainer.
Continue reading …“Western Riding is forward and flowing, so I wasn’t sure if I was going to be able to mentally switch gears. But, I’m proud of Clyde, and I’m proud of myself.”
Continue reading …Stretch has a unique condition where his inability to break down sugars and starches in his food causes a build up in his muscles, which causes debilitating stomach cramps. With careful management, Michelle and trainers, Robin and Jenny Frid, have been managing the condition.
Continue reading …After the Halter classes, the announcement was made that Steve and Kathy Headley have committed to donate $50,000 over the next three years. Gary and Linda Gordon have committed to donate $50,000 over the next three years. Terry and Tammy Bradshaw have committed to donate $51,000 over the next three years. That’s a whopping total of $453,000!
Continue reading …“As far as a practice strategy, it’s the same as with any veteran horse. Our strategy was to do the poles enough to be confident and keep him in a good mental state throughout the show. We wanted to keep him happy and his legs fresh.”
Continue reading …“Did you see the class? That class was amazing. A lot of times, you have a really good horse, but then you look around and there are 15 really good horses. So, to be able to show and come out that good is kind of amazing.”
Continue reading …“That first foal crop is really important to a young stud. Genetically, he ought to throw some good babies, like his daddy. The genetics are there, you can’t change that.”
Continue reading …“I think Mac’s lead work is always really good. He’s a very light horse. He was so good. I couldn’t have asked for any more.”
Continue reading …“I’ve always said that I’ve had a lot of good mares, but she’s absolutely my favorite horse.”
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