Day 1-2 Recap From 2014 AZ. Fall Championship
September 26, 2014 Comments Off on Day 1-2 Recap From 2014 AZ. Fall Championship
Select riders came out in full force to Scottsdale with many local Arizonians claiming the top spots. Katherine Tobin and RA Undisputed won the Amateur Select Western Riding; Bonnie Elber with Zip Past The Jag was second; and Joanne Garnett with So Much Potential came in third. (Judge- Michele Pearson)
Continue reading …25,000 Newcomers Introduced to Horse Industry During 100-Day Horse Challenge
September 26, 2014 Comments Off on 25,000 Newcomers Introduced to Horse Industry During 100-Day Horse Challenge
“The 100-Day Horse Challenge is a great stimulant for the equine industry, said AQHA Executive Vice President Don Treadway. It was such a joy to share the love of horses with newcomers.”
Continue reading …APHA Hosts First-Ever Paint Horse Halter Industry Summit
September 25, 2014 Comments Off on APHA Hosts First-Ever Paint Horse Halter Industry Summit
The morning included spirited discussion about judging standards and accountability, the need for expanded education, ways to expand recognition and participation, combination of the World Shows, use of specialty judges and the need to serve as positive ambassadors for the industry.
Continue reading …Paint Horses Recognized During Color Classes at Breeders Halter Futurity
September 25, 2014 Comments Off on Paint Horses Recognized During Color Classes at Breeders Halter Futurity
In Amateur Weanling Fillies, Intended Too, pictured at left, topped the class of 48 horses with exhibitor Chris Page. “Rosie,” a 2014 sorrel solid mare by My Intention (QH) and out of B BS Prissie Girl, was bred and is owned by Chris and Amy Page of Independence, Missouri.
Continue reading …Watch the 2014 AZ. Fall Championship LIVE Online
September 24, 2014 Comments Off on Watch the 2014 AZ. Fall Championship LIVE Online
Today the action includes a Special Event Trail and Western Riding show. Classes are expected to start in the Equine Chronicle Arena around 11:00 am local time.
Continue reading …PtHA’s Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month is Amateur Randall Roser
September 24, 2014 Comments Off on PtHA’s Wrangler Exhibitor of the Month is Amateur Randall Roser
“Most shows in Florida are PtHA and APHA combined, which is an amazing idea,” Roser said. “The clubs work fantastic together, and it’s a great way to support national organizations.” Two things Roser loves about showing horses are meeting new people and enjoying the competition. “Showing horses that were bred, born, and raised by the family is the icing on the cake,” Roser said.
Continue reading …10 Reasons to Attend the 50th Anniversary of the APHA World Show
September 24, 2014 Comments Off on 10 Reasons to Attend the 50th Anniversary of the APHA World Show
Reason #1- APHA added tons of new classes for the 2014 show including the Amateur Walk-Trot division, PBRIP 4- & 5-Year-Old Barrel Racing Futurities, Ranch Horse Trail Sweepstakes, Amateur Solid Paint-Bred Yearling In-Hand Trail and more. See the show schedule for a full list of classes.
Continue reading …Spinning and Sliding in Sin City at 2014 High Roller Reining Classic
September 23, 2014 Comments Off on Spinning and Sliding in Sin City at 2014 High Roller Reining Classic
This unique venue boasts a hotel, casino, three indoor rings and 1,200 climate controlled stalls all under one roof with unparalleled multimedia outlets employed to promote the event, including in-room television coverage.
Continue reading …It’s the First Day of Fall! And the Arizona Fall Championship is Getting Underway
September 23, 2014 Comments Off on It’s the First Day of Fall! And the Arizona Fall Championship is Getting Underway
“We have 480 stalls right now, and we’re very happy about that. For the all around horses, the numbers in Trail, Western Riding, and Horsemanship will be really good. We have the Trail and Western Riding special event on Wednesday and then things really get started on Thursday.”
Continue reading …Weaver Leather Freestyle Reining Event at QH Congress Will Include Q&A Session With Stacy Westfall
September 23, 2014 Comments Off on Weaver Leather Freestyle Reining Event at QH Congress Will Include Q&A Session With Stacy Westfall
Beginning at 6:30 p.m. on October 11, 2014, Stacy Westfall, Freestyle Reining Champion and 2012 National Cowgirl Hall of Fame Inductee, will be on hand for a special Question and Answer Session with those in attendance. For an opportunity to take part, it is encouraged to arrive early to the Coliseum. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.
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