Super Sires Pays Out $70,000+ in 2019 with Culmination at Quarter Horse Congress
November 4, 2019 Comments Off on Super Sires Pays Out $70,000+ in 2019 with Culmination at Quarter Horse Congress
In the Open 2-Year-Old Western Pleasure, Shannon Curl-Holbin rode Southern Whispers, a 2017 mare by Its A Southern Thing and out of RL Whisper Sudden, to win the class and a $5,000 check. She also received a Super Sires trophy by Cowboy Bronze, Rowdy Silver Champion Buckle, Nutrena Feed Coupons, and Enviro Equine Goodies. Southern Whispers is owned by Gumz Farms, LLC.
Continue reading …AQHA Modifies “Safety Lead” Rule For Halter Competition
November 4, 2019 Comments Off on AQHA Modifies “Safety Lead” Rule For Halter Competition
The American Quarter Horse Association Executive Committee approved the use of a safety lead, which is defined as a leather/leather-like covered chain, in addition to the currently approved lip cord, in designated halter classes beginning January 1, 2020.
Continue reading …AQHA Young Horse Development Scholarship Winners Announced
November 2, 2019 Comments Off on AQHA Young Horse Development Scholarship Winners Announced
Since January, 58 American Quarter Horse Youth Association members have recorded their progress training a yearling bred by an American Quarter Horse Association Ranching Heritage Breeder. Recently, four AQHYA members were named scholarship winners for the 2019 AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program.
Continue reading …Congratulations Team OHIO on Congress NYATT Win
November 2, 2019 Comments Off on Congratulations Team OHIO on Congress NYATT Win
Divided into two divisions, this year’s Congress tournament hosted 52 teams. The tournament allows a team to send two exhibitors in each of the offered classes: Showmanship, Hunter Under Saddle, Hunt Seat Equitation, Western Pleasure, Western Horsemanship, Reining, and Barrels. The Ohio Quarter Horse Association team placed very well, taking home 1st place in Division I!
Continue reading …Arizona Sun Circuit Announces Addition of Hershberger Performance Sale
November 1, 2019 Comments Off on Arizona Sun Circuit Announces Addition of Hershberger Performance Sale
Hershberger Performance Horses, Jason and Nikki Hershberger, will be holding their 15th Annual Horse Sale February 28th, 2020 in the Equidome at WestWorld. Sun Circuit is excited to have this prestigious sale kicking off 10 days of equestrian excitement.
Continue reading …Preview of 2019 AQHA World Show Trade Show Vendors
November 1, 2019 Comments Off on Preview of 2019 AQHA World Show Trade Show Vendors
Visit the Trade Show in the Bennett Event Center from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily to check out the finest jewelry, apparel, saddles, trucks, trailers, AQHA merchandise and so much more. Special events within the Trade Show include the United Kennel Club Super SPOT Games, featuring dock jumping and SPOT evaluations; and a wine garden featuring wine tastings on November 8, 9, 15, 16.
Continue reading …That’s a Wrap! Complete EC 2019 QH Congress Recap
November 1, 2019 Comments Off on That’s a Wrap! Complete EC 2019 QH Congress Recap
Just in case you missed any of our comprehensive coverage, we’ve compiled everything into one place.
Continue reading …Congratulations 2019 Quarter Horse Congress All-Around Champions!
October 31, 2019 Comments Off on Congratulations 2019 Quarter Horse Congress All-Around Champions!
Congratulations is in order for the All-Around Champions at the 2019 All American Quarter Horse Congress! All-Around Horse Champion: Dancin in the Dirt – Sandy Vargo Reserve: DGS Vintage – Robin L. DeGraff Hi-Point Small Fry Champion: Liv Jillian Winter – A Diggin Hot Time Reserve: Alexandra Rippeon – Famous N Foolish Hi-Point Level 1 […]
Continue reading …AQHA Announces Potential Relocation to Fort Worth
October 31, 2019 Comments Off on AQHA Announces Potential Relocation to Fort Worth
Yesterday, the Fort Worth City Council approved a 50-year ground lease for the American Quarter Horse Foundation. This action by the Fort Worth City Council does not mean AQHA has made a definitive commitment to relocate. This is only a step in the process of the possibility of a move. There is no timeline for construction or relocation, as relocation is not guaranteed at this point. It’s important to understand that a move is not imminent and there is no plan for future staffing changes.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of Multiple Congress and World Champion, Not Just Anyhoo
October 30, 2019 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of Multiple Congress and World Champion, Not Just Anyhoo
“It was just a complete freak accident with no one at fault. It hasn’t set in yet, but he will be missed so much.”
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