An issue that has gained attention among exhibitors, trainers, and judges is that occasionally a few horses may be “over-shown” at some horse shows. The ability to share a horse among a family of exhibitors is a great thing–and usually not a problem for the horses–but in some instances, they might be over-worked, particularly at smaller, weekend shows.
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of James P. Collier, 1943-2024
June 6, 2024 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of James P. Collier, 1943-2024
From Archer-Milton Funeral Home: James P. Collier, Jr (Jimmy), 80, passed on June 1, 2024, after a hard fight with cancer. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Doris Collier, son Kevin Collier (Cindy), daughter Lori Augsburger (Andrew), grandchildren Daniel Bergman, Jamie Crawford, Cheyenne Augsburger, four great-grandchildren, brothers Harold (Linda) Collier and Rick […]
Continue reading …Headley Quarter Horses and Pait Show Horses Join Forces
June 6, 2024 Comments Off on Headley Quarter Horses and Pait Show Horses Join Forces
Sparking a new chapter for both barns, the stallions of Headley Quarter Horses head to Aiken, South Carolina. By Delores Kuhlwein The champion stallion lineup for Headley Quarter Horses has established a distinguished foothold in the horse industry over the past several years, with Rumerz, Heartz On Fire, and Best Kept Secrete. Champions in their […]
Continue reading …Samantha O’Kane and Ima Southern Gent
June 5, 2024 Comments Off on Samantha O’Kane and Ima Southern Gent
At the 2024 OKQHA Redbud Spectacular, Samantha O’Kane and Ima Southern Gent, who show with Becky George Show Horses, won both the L1 Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation and L1 Amateur Hunter Under Saddle high point circuit championships! What does Samantha have to say about Magnum, who is four years old? He’s a superstar! Update: Samantha […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings – 2024 OKQHA Redbud Spectacular – Wednesday, June 5th
June 5, 2024 Comments Off on Around the Rings – 2024 OKQHA Redbud Spectacular – Wednesday, June 5th
The Redbud Spectacular, produced by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association, is a 2023 Top 10 AQHA Show, as voted by AQHA members! The Equine Chronicle, one of the Redbud Sponsors, is there to bring you the latest! First up, we have a wonderful reel for you to enjoy from Wednesday, June 5th! See links from […]
Continue reading …Miller Quarter Horses Comes Home to Host PQHA All Around Clinic
June 5, 2024 Comments Off on Miller Quarter Horses Comes Home to Host PQHA All Around Clinic
By Elizabeth Arnold On Saturday, May 18, the Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association hosted AQHA Professional Horseman and Judge Keith Miller for an educational clinic focusing on hunter under saddle, equitation, and showmanship. Miller originally hails from Pennsylvania. From humble roots he has become one of the industry’s top hunter under saddle riders and has coached […]
Continue reading …Katie Jo Jones and Im ExtremelySchmancy
June 4, 2024 Comments Off on Katie Jo Jones and Im ExtremelySchmancy
Katie Jo Jones and Im ExtremelySchmancy, who ride with Robin Frid Show Horses, won the High Point circuit for Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation at the 2024 OKQHA Redbud Spectacular! Watch what Katie Jo had to say about “Sassy” in our EC TV winners’ interview!
Continue reading …Jordan Macan and KM Suddenly Genuine
June 4, 2024 Comments Off on Jordan Macan and KM Suddenly Genuine
Jordan Macan and KM Suddenly Genuine, who show with Twin Acres Horse Ranch, won the High Point circuit for Youth Performance Halter Mares at the 2024 OKQHA Redbud Spectacular! See what Jordan has to say about “Randi” in this delightful EC TV winner’s interview!
Continue reading …More Around the Rings – Oklahoma QHA 2024 Redbud Spectacular
June 4, 2024 Comments Off on More Around the Rings – Oklahoma QHA 2024 Redbud Spectacular
The 2024 Redbud Spectacular, produced by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association, is underway May 30 – June 9, 2024, at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds, with AQHA, NSBA and OKQHA approval. Thanks to Erica Huffman for another amazing gallery for The Equine Chronicle! Find your scoresheets here: Judges’ Scoresheets – Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association (okqha.org) […]
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More and more often, exhibitors at all levels are hearing the announcer call for an extended gait in their riding classes–most often that’s an extended trot or an extended jog.
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