
While to the casual observer leg yields and side passes may appear similar, their intent, energy, and execution differ–and those differences matter. But successfully completing either movement begins long before a pattern calls for it. Proper training, body control, and clear communication are essential to producing lateral movement that is both correct and credit-earning.
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“In the cookies of life, sisters are the chocolate chips.”—Unknown. Pictured are the Lesak sisters, Hayden & Lennon, on full Lazy Loper sisters…Definitely Lopin & Sunshine Ona Dreamer, at the 2026 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo! Thank you to Jennise Richardson-Lesak for the wonderful photo and congrats to both Hayden and Lennon! If you have a […]
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The co-hosted Oregon Paint Horse Club & Southwest Washington Paint Horse Club Spring Fling held at Oregon Horse Center March 20-22, 2026, in Eugene, Oregon, was proudly sponsored by The Equine Chronicle, Gran Moraine Winery, and Kathy’s Show Equipment. Judges Kevin E Hood, Garth A Gooding, Sonnesa Gooding, and Nancie Wright offered their expertise for APHA and […]
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This incredible colt named Turtle is by Too Sleepy to Zip and out of multiple Congress Champion mare Made By J, and owned by Candice Hall and Cory Seebach. “When Anthony Leier sent us the pic of our new colt yesterday morning we said THAT’s NOT OUR BABY! He was not what we expected!” laughs Candice. […]
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Pictured: Allison Holman & Re Oh, a 3 yo gelding by Solaris. “Allison was showing Re Oh his trophy he won- they were Grand Champion AQHA youth gelding at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo!” says APHA Professional Horseman Corina T Holman. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
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The Cactus Reining Classic is underway at WestWorld of Scottsdale! Established in 2005 at Westworld, the show has become one of NRHA’s top 10 annual events. View the show schedule and watch the livestream: https://brumleyevents.com/cactus-reining-classic/ The first EC two candid photos galleries can be viewed at the following links: https://www.equinechronicle.com/around-the-rings-2026-cactus-reining-classic/ More Around the […]
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By Delores Kuhlwein As Ranch events became firmly established as mainstays of competition, Sumac GunnaBeFlashy stood out as an exemplar of the discipline. Now he’s setting the tone for versatility in an era of specialization, breaking down the stereotype of the ranch horse as a step down from reining. The ranch horse that’s won […]
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Pros share their must-have’s when they’re on the road to the majors. When we are hitting the road with your show horses, there’s often a lingering doubt on our minds – “What am I forgetting?” Just in time for exhibitors packing for the NSBA World Show, the AQHYA World Show, The Championship […]
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It only takes a moment sitting ringside at a horse show to appreciate the attention to detail that competitors bring to their sand-covered stage. Each crystal-covered jacket, perfectly placed band, tightly wrapped braid, and tangle-free tail creates a picture-perfect image for judges to evaluate. The effort and investment in competing in this sport cannot be overstated. Yet, there is one area that many exhibitors often overlook: the proper display of back numbers.
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