Andrea Kengis-Foss Wins First APHA World Title With Fleetastic in Novice Amateur Western Pleasure
November 11, 2014 Comments Off on Andrea Kengis-Foss Wins First APHA World Title With Fleetastic in Novice Amateur Western Pleasure
The first World Champion crowned this afternoon was Andrea Kengis-Foss with Fleetastic, a horse bred by her father, Dr. Janis Kengis, and by the family’s stallion Fleet Machine. In an interesting turn of events, the Reserve Champion horse was also bred by the Kengis family, In Victory Lane, that was piloted by Heidi Kokemiller.
Continue reading …James Saubolle and Sweet N Sultry Win Yearling In-Hand Trail at 2014 APHA World
November 11, 2014 Comments Off on James Saubolle and Sweet N Sultry Win Yearling In-Hand Trail at 2014 APHA World
“I think it’s an awesome tool. We’ve started three or four of the horses we’ve gone on to do Trail with. Randi has literally put a saddle on them and stepped on and they already know how to move off your leg and turn around. They already know how to do some of that stuff right from the start, so it’s a pretty easy process, we’ve found.”
Continue reading …Pain is Temporary; World Show Glory is Forever
November 11, 2014 Comments Off on Pain is Temporary; World Show Glory is Forever
“My goal is to take a buckle back to show my orthopedic doctor that he doesn’t understand what it means to be a cowgirl!”
Continue reading …2014 APHA Western Riding World Champions Are Hull, Prince, and Foster
November 11, 2014 Comments Off on 2014 APHA Western Riding World Champions Are Hull, Prince, and Foster
Travis is 17 years old now and has been a part of the Foster family for the past 10 years, first showing in youth competition with daughter Alison Foster. Although he might be getting a little long in the hoof, Foster says he still feels young, strong, and smooth.
Continue reading …#APHAWorld2014, The Ladies of Masters Amateur Trail
November 10, 2014 Comments Off on #APHAWorld2014, The Ladies of Masters Amateur Trail
Since we already had the opportunity to chat with Haberkorn following her win in Masters Amateur Showmanship, we decided to do something a little different for this particular article. Scroll below to view photos of each lovely lady by their name in the results. Congratulations to all of the Masters Amateur competitors!
Continue reading …Taylor Lynn Prince and One Flashy Sensation Are Unanimous in Classic Am Trail
November 10, 2014 Comments Off on Taylor Lynn Prince and One Flashy Sensation Are Unanimous in Classic Am Trail
However, the celebration will have to be put on hold for the moment, because Prince is headed back to Texas Christian University, just down the road, to attend an afternoon class before competing in the Classic Amateur Western Riding this evening.
Continue reading …Darcie Winiewicz Wins First APHA World Title With A Krymsun Legacy in Novice Amateur Trail
November 10, 2014 Comments Off on Darcie Winiewicz Wins First APHA World Title With A Krymsun Legacy in Novice Amateur Trail
“You start off showing as a kid, and you hear about people winning their World titles,” she says. “I always dreamed of it myself. You always picture your name being called, in your head, but there are some 30 other horses and riders with the same dream.”
Continue reading …Halter Titans Battle It Out For Historic Achievement at 2014 APHA World Show
November 9, 2014 Comments Off on Halter Titans Battle It Out For Historic Achievement at 2014 APHA World Show
5 APHA World Shows X 5 five open division judges = 25 World Show judges and 25 first places = APHA Stallion Intensions
Continue reading …Ali Eidson Wins First Amateur Title With Gametime Sensation in Classic Am. Horsemanship at 2014 APHA World
November 9, 2014 Comments Off on Ali Eidson Wins First Amateur Title With Gametime Sensation in Classic Am. Horsemanship at 2014 APHA World
“I think this was my third pattern ever on him,” she says. “I didn’t expect much. I just went out there and felt things out to see what he could give me. I pushed him in places I could. He’s so honest; that’s what I love about him.”
Continue reading …Emma Stubblefield Wins Third Title at Her First APHA World Show in Novice Amateur Horsemanship
November 9, 2014 Comments Off on Emma Stubblefield Wins Third Title at Her First APHA World Show in Novice Amateur Horsemanship
“It’s really hard to pick an emotion, because I feel so many. I’m so grateful and thankful for my trainer and everyone who supports me. It’s unreal and unbelievable, and I couldn’t ask for anything more. This is my class. I’ve always loved Horsemanship. This was the won I wanted to win…”
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