“A favorite of exhibitors and spectators alike, the class is judged on how well horses and riders perform in a simulated ranch environment. “In Ranch Pleasure, judges look for a perfect, handy horse with manners, versatility and movement,” said AQHA Senior Director of Judges Alex Ross. “There’s a real emphasis on forward movement and ground-covering gaits, while rules of cadence still apply.”

The American Quarter Horse Association is excited to announce the release of OnlineStable.com, a comprehensive, inclusive and all-breeds record-keeping system to help youth stay engaged in the equine industry. AQHA hopes this digital filing cabinet will encourage easy record-keeping from any mobile device and be an accessible and affordable way to reduce clutter and motivate youth to keep track of any horse-related accomplishments.

“This is a great accomplishment for Layla and we are all thrilled for her today,” South Carolina head coach Boo Major said. “Layla has proven herself to be one of the best, if not the best reiner at the college level so it’s always special when you’re able to win at a national show.”

Gotta Good Habit was 10th in the AQHA year-end high-point performance halter stallion standings in 2007 and earned an open AQHA Champion title in 2010. He earned 14 grand championships and 18 reserve grand championships. He has been shown in halter, performance halter, heading and hunter under saddle.

The footing is a mixture of crushed granite, silica sand, and the newest blend of fiber to ensure the almost immediate dissolution of water and rain. It also insures safe, non-slip footing for optimum performances by the competitors.

Pro Am Circuit Judges: Tina Anderson, Darren Wright, Kelly Chapman, Terry Cross
Area 3 Spring Classic Judges: Suzy Jeane, Wayne Holt, Brent Tincher, Terry Cross

Points earned by competitors at APHA-approved shows from January 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013 have been tallied, thoroughly checked and are now official.

The Awards Presentation and American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Inductions banquets are two must-see events at the 2014 AQHA Convention March 7-10 at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans in New Orleans.

MTA Judges: Jonathan Meilleur, Sissy Anderson, Cindy Rucker, GiGi Bailey, Bruce Walquist, John Briggs, Jennifer Leckey, Clint Fullerton, Kelly Stone, Tom Robertson, Mike Carter

“I started the scholarship program about 20 years under one of my terms as president,” TPHC Corresponding Secretary Linda Gordon said. “I feel that the Youth are the future for everything we do. If we can help some of them out in any form or fashion, that’s what we need to do.”