Big Changes Coming to AQHA Incentive Fund
September 14, 2015 Comments Off on Big Changes Coming to AQHA Incentive Fund
To make the program more beneficial to all competitors, effective January 1, 2016, competition licenses will no longer be required, and the point cap will change to one plus the average number of points earned during the year.
Continue reading …Congratulations New and Now “Un-retired” AQHA Judges!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Congratulations New and Now “Un-retired” AQHA Judges!
In May, the AQHA Judges and Executive committees voted to remove Rule SHW910.12: “A judge shall accept mandatory retirement at age 75.” For recertification, these individuals were required to make scores above 75 percent on video judging and above 80 percent on the rulebook exam.
Continue reading …2015 American Royal Update: Royal Feast is Tonight!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 American Royal Update: Royal Feast is Tonight!
Tonight, get ready for The Royal Feast where each barn will provide their own signature dish and be judged for the chance to win the title of “Most Spectacular Host” and a crystal trophy. Come to the main barn at 6 pm to enjoy dishes like Crostini with Prosciutto from Hunters Ridge/Paula Pray and Hillbilly Hot Wings and Redneck Refreshments from Jon Barry and Mike Tivoli.
Continue reading …PQHA Nittany Classic and Futurity Concludes With 30% Entry Increase, Trophy Winners, and a Surprise Marriage Proposal!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on PQHA Nittany Classic and Futurity Concludes With 30% Entry Increase, Trophy Winners, and a Surprise Marriage Proposal!
On a fun note, another PQHA first was a surprise wedding proposal at the show. Amateur Exhibitor, Nicole Lynn, from Smock, PA competes with her two horses, Don’t Teez the Kat and Kelleys Escape. She trains with Alexandra and Eddie Falk. On Sunday, when Nicole returned to her stall to get her horse ready for a class, she was surprised to find her boyfriend of two years, Dustin Lerda (who was supposed to be working) in the stall on one knee.
Continue reading …Congrats APHA Club Award Winners: Arizona, Southwest Washington, Texas, Virginia, and Washington State
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Congrats APHA Club Award Winners: Arizona, Southwest Washington, Texas, Virginia, and Washington State
“Recognizing clubs on a national level is an integral part of APHA’s drive to focus on its members,” Regional Club Manager Julie Haney said. “Our goals as an association are to reward excellence and highlight the amazing membership we have.”
Continue reading …NSBA News: Riders Cup Coming Up Oct. 3-4, Changes to NSBA World Qualifying For 2016
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on NSBA News: Riders Cup Coming Up Oct. 3-4, Changes to NSBA World Qualifying For 2016
The 2015 NSBA Riders Cup is quickly approaching, October 3-4, 2015 at the Roberts Arena in Wilmington, Ohio. Judges for the Rider’s Cup will be Steve Brown, Clay MacLeod, and Ryan Painter.
Continue reading …First Winners Crowned at 2015 Breeders Halter Futurity/National Halter Championship!
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on First Winners Crowned at 2015 Breeders Halter Futurity/National Halter Championship!
In a class of 14 entries, Rick Leek led Ese A Looker to win the BHF Jr Weanling Colts and Geldings for owners Steve and Kelli Jensen. The Reserve Champion in the class was Kelley Stone with Inferno for Rigo and Jill Alvarado. Third place was Ted Turner with Don’t Raak My World for Tammy and Gary Raak.
Continue reading …New Awards Coming to 2015 APHA World Show
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on New Awards Coming to 2015 APHA World Show
The new solid Paint-bred awards showcase the impact of grassroots members; the champion and reserve champion awards in the Open and Amateur solid Paint-bred divisions are courtesy of sponsorship fundraising efforts by the Facebook group, “Rock Solid,” an alliance of solid Paint-bred supporters dedicated to increasing participation and recognition of solid Paints at all levels of APHA shows. The high-point winner in both divisions will receive a Blue Ribbon Custom Tack headstall, and the divisions’ reserve champions will receive a Big D fleece cooler.
Continue reading …Amateur State Invitations For AQHA World Show Going Out by Email This Week!
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on Amateur State Invitations For AQHA World Show Going Out by Email This Week!
If you receive an amateur state invitation, here are a few things to note:
– It is OK to send this entry form separately, even if you have already sent in other entries.
– There’s no need to send a second stall form if one has already been sent.
Pintos, Palominos, Paints, Appaloosas, and Buckskins Will Gather For 2015 Color Breed Congress This Nov.
September 9, 2015 Comments Off on Pintos, Palominos, Paints, Appaloosas, and Buckskins Will Gather For 2015 Color Breed Congress This Nov.
With an award budget of well over $150,000, awards will be abundant during the show. They include: jackets from Tioga Territory for class champions (with five or more entries), medallions for 1st-6th place in each class, Gist Silversmith custom belt buckles and Kensington Protective Products for high point winners. Scholarships will also be given this year to high point overall youth winners within each breed.
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