Holly Hover’s reputation is towering. A tour de force in the horse show industry, Holly has spent her career training and judging at the highest levels of Quarter Horse competition.

The AQHA Stallion Incentive Fund has been an institution for over 30 years and had paid out more than $80 million over its lifetime. In its early years, participation was seen as vital to most serious breeders.

Home to some of the top Halter horses in the world, Hofferosa Ranch in Auburn, Kansas, is as pretty as a postcard. Set on a lush, green plain dotted with trees and ponds, the sprawling ranch consists of 200 acres of meticulously groomed paddocks and pastures, crisp white fencing, and spacious barns for broodmares, show horses, and stallions.

As a financial advisor to many high profile clients in the entertainment industry, Nancy Chapman spends her days doing international tax work and highend financial jobs for iconic musicians. But for someone whose daily work revolves around the glitz and glamour of Hollywood moguls, Chapman’s personal path in the horse industry has been far from paved in gold.

The horse industry lost one of its brightest lights and biggest stars on August 1, 2017, when Peter Cofrancsesco, III passed away at the young age of 45. To say that the Quarter Horse industry lost an ambassador is just barely scraping the surface of the passion and years of work that Peter did not just for the breed, not just for the stock horse industry, but for all facets of the horse industry across the country.

A change in protocol at this year’s AjPHA World Show sparked a debate among both World Show newcomers and veterans. In past years, APHA has announced the individual judge’s selections before announcing overall placings in each class.

Whether you have made the decision to breed your first foal or your next, your decision provides you with a wonderful opportunity to become more knowledgeable about the history of your breed and the make-up of some of your favorite stallions.

Horse show organizers around the country have recognized that in a field crowded with options, they must offer something special to keep exhibitors hauling to their events. The result is that shows are becoming more fun with a multitude of fresh ideas that aren’t restricted to competition alone. Is this the future of horse showing? Several successful show organizers share their views on why it’s the experience that matters.

From the crown of a hat to polish on a horse’s hooves, a savvy rider knows that a refined presentation is an important part of competition. The little details of fit and style can set them apart from their peers and establish a positive first impression in the minds of the judges.

Freestyle Reining is one of the biggest attractions at the Congress. Here’s why!