The Pattern Book is now online for the 2021 Appaloosa Youth World Show and Nationals Show. The show will take place July 26 – August 1, 2021 in Tulsa, OK. Click here to download.
Continue reading …Two non-pro riders—Kaitlyn Smith and Megan Ryden—took home the big bucks in the 2021 Breeders’ Trust Non-Pro Pleasure Stakes classes, part of the APHA World Championship Show in Fort Worth, Texas.
Continue reading …“I’ve only had her about two weeks,” Courtney said. “Aaron had her in training, and she’s just such a naturally good mover. She showed really well. They made us work for it, with extended jogs in both directions and a long time in each gait.”
Continue reading …The program is a tribute to senior registered American Quarter Horses in Canada and those who have been associated with them. Their stories will become a part of CQHA’s efforts to honour the breed’s heritage within the country, and attribute value to horses who continue in their purpose bred disciplines and or as they progress through secondary and alternative careers and uses. Additionally, the program aims to celebrate those individuals who are living well into their golden years, while still or after having contributed to the quarter horse industry.
Continue reading …COLUMBUS, OH – “The new Congress Ranch Horse Sale will be held on Saturday October 2, 2021 in conjunction with the 55th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress,” says Mike Jennings, of the auction management company, Professional Horse Services, LLC. “The sale will offer well broke Ranch, Trail and Versatility horses that will be screened […]
Continue reading …Colten Dulin from Nampa, Idaho, proved himself as an outstanding Youth sportsman at the 2021 APHA World Championship Show, and as a result, he was named the Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award winner. Throughout the show, Colten could be found with a smile on his face, even though he knew his horse would be retiring after the World Show. Often presenting awards to other class winners, Colten took the job seriously and made it his mission to be a good sportsman while also having fun at the World Show.
Continue reading …With Canada’s borders mostly closed during 2020 due to the pandemic, Sweet Lazy Sensations was stuck in Canada with owner Pamela Switzer of Busby, Alberta, instead of heading to the U.S. for training as a 2-year-old and then on to the 2020 APHA World Championship Show. But perhaps it was for the best, since the mare’s lack of showing in 2020 made her eligible to participate in the 2021 APHA World Show’s new Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Western Pleasure Stakes class. “Hayley” and trainer Rylee Morgan of Provo, Utah, clinched the class’ limited and overall championship titles and took home more than $14,000.
Continue reading …Youth from across the country will gather July 12-14 for the 2021 Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar in Amarillo. All AQHYA members and nonmembers, ages 10 to 18, are invited to attend the seminar. YES offers a wide variety of activities focused on the youth of our industry. YES is an amazing opportunity to meet new people and have fun learning about leadership. This year’s theme is “Make Your Mark.”
Continue reading …“Our Association’s rich ranching heritage was honored by tough competition and camaraderie among the exhibitors over the past week. The true versatility of our ranching members and their American Quarter Horses was on full display,” said Justin Billings, AQHA Chief Show Officer. “Congratulations to all who took part in this history making event and hit personal bests at the 2021 AQHA VRH World.”
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