Just like Shrek’s well-meaning, but feisty sidekick, the Buckeye Classic donkeys provided a barrel of laughs with their hilarious antics and stubborn personalities during the inaugural Buckeye Classic Donkey Races.
Continue reading …Midnight practice rides, aching muscles, and chafed calves… sounds a bit like torture, doesn’t it? Yet it’s the life of a horse show exhibitor, one of the most resilient athletes known to man – a creature who always comes back for more. And to top it off, these athletes have chosen an industry where being judged is the norm, and they even pay for the opportunity.
Continue reading …The 2017 Gordyville Shootout and NSBA Classic Futurity brought AQHA competitors to Gifford, IL. for four days of fun, fantastic prizes, and fabulous purses. The fun kicked off on Friday, July 14th, with the Fiesta Friday Party that was complete with a taco bar, drinks, and entertainment.
Continue reading …One particular question was posed: does eliminating qualification for the L1 Championships make the event more inclusive or less prestigious?
Continue reading …The Little Buckeye racked up a whopping 4,878 total entries to three judges. In addition, 750 stalls and 150 campsites were sold. Show management is also excited to report that yesterday’s NSBA Futurity day doubled in size from the 2016 event.
Continue reading …Earning a top Equitation score often hinges on challenging maneuvers like the hand gallop, the leg yield, and dropping your stirrups. However, with the right preparation, every rider can become confident in these advanced skills. Experts Shannon McCulloch, Jessica Johnson, and David Miller weigh in, sharing their expertise, discussing common mistakes, and outlining exercises that will help you ace these difficult maneuvers.
Continue reading …Many of the classes and disciplines were four point or more, per judge. PQHA was able to provide Free Pizza to exhibitors on Thursday evening thanks to the generous sponsorship of The Equine Chronicle.
Continue reading …In the horse show world, the term “all-around” is used to describe horses and competitors who excel across many disciplines.
Continue reading …The largest classes included 30+ entries in Level 1 Trail, 40 in Amateur Showmanship, 44 in Youth 14-18 Horsemanship, 39 in Amateur Horsemanship, 20 in Senior Western Pleasure, and 25 in Level 1 Western Pleasure.
Continue reading …The MAQHA Corporate Challenge ended with a bang yesterday in St. Paul, MN. with more than 8,000 total entries across all divisions. According to the new management team, Mark Harrell Horse Shows, that’s an increase of nearly 1,500 AQHA entries.
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