EC Photo of the Day: Estelle McParlan
We’re continuing our celebration of our EC Youth Calendar stars during the 2026 AQHYA World Championship Show! Today’s feature teams: Estelle McParlan and Cool Made Machine, Money Gate, and Amarillo by Moonlite. Estelle rides under the guidance of Show Horses by Shannon. Good luck to all the AQHA Youth World Show exhibitors, and stay tuned […]
EC Photo of the Day: Taylor Bates with Never Sudden & Acrobatt
July 29, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Taylor Bates with Never Sudden & Acrobatt
We’re kicking off the first week of the 2026 AQHYA World Championship Show by featuring a different EC Youth Calendar star each day for photo of the day! Move in day is today, so first up is Taylor Bates with Never Sudden and Acrobatt from Reid Thomas Performance Horses. Good luck to all the AQHA […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: The Summer of Jimothy
July 28, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: The Summer of Jimothy
The summer of Jimmothy! Check out the topline of both Winston (ridden by Deneen King), and Jimothy, a Seattle-area raccoon whose videos recently went viral. It’s suspected local celebrity (now national celebrity) Jimothy has a spine condition but is otherwise healthy. Thank you to Wilson Show Horses, the King & Phelps family, and Topline Image for the […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: A Magnificent Mule
July 27, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: A Magnificent Mule
Today’s photo from Shannon Davis celebrates a winning partnership with Lil Miss Peaches . At the recent North American Saddle Mule & Donkey Association Nationals, where they won four national championships (English, Western Pleasure, Ranch Riding, and Ranch pattern), as well as titles of High Point Junior Mule and High Point Ranch Mule. Photo is by […]
Continue reading …Stan and Mary Kay Steyskal Memorial Scholarship
July 26, 2026 Comments Off on Stan and Mary Kay Steyskal Memorial Scholarship
From the Nebraska Quarter Horse Association, organizers: The Stan and Mary Kay Steyskal Memorial Scholarship was established to honor the life, legacy, and lasting impact of Stan Steyskal, a dedicated horseman, respected breeder, and cherished member of the Nebraska Quarter Horse Association. Alongside his beloved wife, Mary Kay, Stan devoted more than 60 years to […]
Continue reading …USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade
July 26, 2026 Comments Off on USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade
USDA Announces Phased Reopening of Southern Ports for Livestock Trade (Washington, D.C., July 24, 2026) – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is announcing a coordinated, phased reopening of southern cattle ports, contingent on Mexico’s adherence to the Joint Action Plan. Beginning August 24, 2026, USDA will open the Douglas, AZ port of entry to cattle […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: When is it Time to Cut the Grass?
July 26, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: When is it Time to Cut the Grass?
How do you decide when it’s time to cut the grass? When you can barely see your 15.2 hand Western Pleasure mare in the pasture! This is Miss Presley Pine, aka “Presley,” who is owned and loved by Ronda Huffman. Thanks to Ronda for allowing us to share this fun photo! If you have a […]
Continue reading …EC Photos of the Day: Too Cute to Handle
July 25, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photos of the Day: Too Cute to Handle
When these are just a sampling from the photoshoot, how do you choose? We couldn’t pick just one, so we happily share three favorite photos of the daughter of Morgan Jennings! Lauren Kemp of Lauren Elizabeth Photography was behind the lens! Thank you to @laurenelizabethphotog fb @lauren Elizabeth photography for sharing photos from this adorable shoot […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Carol & Fifty Shades Of Foxy
July 24, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Carol & Fifty Shades Of Foxy
Pictured: Carol Anderson with Fifty Shades Of Foxy at the recent North American Saddle Mule and Donkey Association National Show in Harriman, Tennessee. “Carol is usually behind the scenes supporting the show and her daughter and grandaughter showing. She stepped up to show the open walk/trot division and earned a first place ribbon!” says Tabitha Holland […]
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