$70,000 Added to Halter Classes at AQHA Open World Show
July 10, 2017 Comments Off on $70,000 Added to Halter Classes at AQHA Open World Show
Thanks to the generosity of 10-year cumulative breeders Steve and Kathy Headley of Bloomington, Indiana, who donated $20,000, and 30-year cumulative breeders Gary and Linda Gordon of Fossil Gate Farms, located in Roanoke, Texas, who donated $50,000, exhibitors will compete for added money in various halter classes.
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From interviews with winners and fun, video clips to daily photo galleries and live FB results, EquineChronicle.com was there as friendships were forged, partnerships were tested, and memories were made.
Continue reading …Second Leg of Premier Quarter Sires Crowns Big Champions With Big Checks
July 7, 2017 Comments Off on Second Leg of Premier Quarter Sires Crowns Big Champions With Big Checks
In the 3-Year-Old Limited Horse Limited Rider Hunter Under Saddle, Julian Harris rode Al Wayz On Your Mind, by Allocate Your Assets and out of Your Arts Desire, to win for owner Sarah Nimigan. This team received $8,800 and a buckle from Shea Michelle Buckle Designs.
Continue reading …2017 Pinto World Show Recap- 30,000+ Judged Class Entries
July 7, 2017 Comments Off on 2017 Pinto World Show Recap- 30,000+ Judged Class Entries
This year, the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex at Expo Square played host to 1,300 Pintos and more than 2,250 exhibitors from 43 states and four countries, including: Canada, Sweden, Denmark and Australia. This year, the PWC had over 30,000* judged class entries. Produced by the Pinto Horse Association of America Inc., the Pinto World Championship® showcased many disciplines for just about every type of equine, from: Western Pleasure, Showmanship, Barrel Racing and much more.
Continue reading …Results From 2017 AjPHA Youth World Championship Judging Contest
July 7, 2017 Comments Off on Results From 2017 AjPHA Youth World Championship Judging Contest
“This is my first year winning this contest. I was really anxious this morning to get up and see how I did,” Connor said. “My teammates and I have had a wonderful time in Fort Worth, and the judging competition has been great.”
Continue reading …Congratulations 2017 AjPHA Youth World High Point Champions!
July 6, 2017 Comments Off on Congratulations 2017 AjPHA Youth World High Point Champions!
Gianna Pozzi of Spring Valley, Illinois, might be just 14 years old, but she’s a fierce competitor aboard Ima Cajon Hot Krymsun, her 2009 sorrel overo gelding by Scenic Rio Krymsun and out of Zip Me Some Color.
Continue reading …AQHA Replacing Rope Gate With Metal Gate at Two World Championship Shows
July 6, 2017 Comments Off on AQHA Replacing Rope Gate With Metal Gate at Two World Championship Shows
“The gate this year will not be a rope gate, but a more commonly used metal gate,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “We encourage qualifiers to practice opening and closing your gates at home to be ready to compete in trail.”
Continue reading …AjPHA Youth World Western Pleasure Champions Include Vernal, Martin, Rees, and Felker
July 5, 2017 Comments Off on AjPHA Youth World Western Pleasure Champions Include Vernal, Martin, Rees, and Felker
Earlier today, Ellie Becker rode Too Hot To, aka “Hank,” to a Reserve Championship in Novice Youth 14-18 Western Pleasure and was just named the Champion in Bareback Horsemanship.
Continue reading …AjPHA Youth World Horsemanship Champions Include Lundquist, Applegarth, Rees, Lindner, and Pozzi
July 5, 2017 Comments Off on AjPHA Youth World Horsemanship Champions Include Lundquist, Applegarth, Rees, Lindner, and Pozzi
Finally, in 14-18 Horsemanship, Lucie Lundquist rode her black and white overo mare, Optimized, to win the class. Her best bud and Simons Show Horses barn mate, Mary Katherine Camp, rode Radicalized to place Reserve. That’s not the only thing these two ladies have in common. They are both members of the TCU Equestrian Team, as are the sixth and eight place riders, Mackenzie Preston with Brokers Lucky Kid and Josephine Mootz with It’s All About Da Ride. Also, Lucie’s horse, Optimized, is by Mary Katherine’s horse, Radicalized!
Continue reading …AjPHA Youth World Trail Winners Are Isabella Applegarth/Get The Sensation and Kristen McPherson/Twenty Four
July 4, 2017 Comments Off on AjPHA Youth World Trail Winners Are Isabella Applegarth/Get The Sensation and Kristen McPherson/Twenty Four
“When I first saw him, I loved the way he moved and how he’s really cool-minded. He doesn’t get frazzled much. We work really well together.”
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