A Different Kind of Competition at the 2014 AZ. Sun Circuit
January 30, 2014 Comments Off on A Different Kind of Competition at the 2014 AZ. Sun Circuit
Although yesterday was the horse show competition off-day at the 2014 AZ. Sun Circuit, that doesn’t mean there wasn’t a different type of competition taking place. The fourth annual Sun Circuit Golf Tournament took place at the Legend Trails Golf Course and was generously sponsored by Kail Quarter Horses. In addition to enjoying a day off […]
Continue reading …Diary of an Equine NFL Mascot: Thunder’s Journey to the Super Bowl
January 29, 2014 Comments Off on Diary of an Equine NFL Mascot: Thunder’s Journey to the Super Bowl
Given his well-deserved celebrity status, Thunder will be traveling in style to the big game in a specially designed plane much like those used to transport international competition horses overseas. The size of his stall, the temperature of the plane, and other important details concerning the cabin atmosphere and experience of the flight have been considered to ensure that Thunder arrives well-rested and ready to perform in New Jersey.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: A “Bronc”o Rooting For the Seahawks
January 27, 2014 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: A “Bronc”o Rooting For the Seahawks
Although you might imagine that most of your horsey friends will be rooting for the Broncos, due to the horse connection with the team’s name, that’s not necessarily the case. We met the Preston family of Kent, Washington who went to great lengths to show off their Seahawks pride by dressing their own “bronc”o in the Seahawk blue and green.
Continue reading …It’s A Boy! Congratulations to Kaleena and Josh Weakly on Birth of Jax Weakly
January 27, 2014 Comments Off on It’s A Boy! Congratulations to Kaleena and Josh Weakly on Birth of Jax Weakly
We would like to congratulate our good friends, Kaleena and Josh Weakly, on the birth of their happy and healthy baby boy, Jax Greyson Weakly, who was born over the weekend on January 24, 2014.
Continue reading …Anheuser-Busch Announces Super Bowl XLVIII Ad Lineup: Budweiser Clydesdales in the Game!
January 24, 2014 Comments Off on Anheuser-Busch Announces Super Bowl XLVIII Ad Lineup: Budweiser Clydesdales in the Game!
The beloved Budweiser Clydesdales will also be featured prominently in “Puppy Love,” which continues the story of 2013’s celebrated “Brotherhood” spot and focuses on the connections animals share with one another at Warm Springs Ranch, Budweiser’s Clydesdale breeding ranch.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Name This AZ. Landmark…
January 24, 2014 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Name This AZ. Landmark…
In honor of the kickoff of the 2014 Arizona Sun Circuit, which is scheduled to begin tomorrow, Saturday, January 25th in Scottsdale, today’s EC Photo of the Day is Arizona-themed. Can you name this Arizona landmark?
Continue reading …Throwback Thursday- Chaps Are Not Allowed in Showmanship- A True Story
January 23, 2014 Comments Off on Throwback Thursday- Chaps Are Not Allowed in Showmanship- A True Story
“My trainer overslept, and I thought I was supposed to wear them in every class. Plus, I had trail right after, and I thought it would save time.”
Continue reading …Astonishing Recovery From Near-Disastrous Wreck- And He Didn’t Even Lose His Cowboy Hat…
January 23, 2014 Comments Off on Astonishing Recovery From Near-Disastrous Wreck- And He Didn’t Even Lose His Cowboy Hat…
“I’ve had a lot of horses go down, but I’ve never had one go down that far, that fast and recover.”
Continue reading …SC Equestrian Scores Shelby Friday and Bailey Walters For 2014-2015 Season
January 22, 2014 Comments Off on SC Equestrian Scores Shelby Friday and Bailey Walters For 2014-2015 Season
Last year, Friday finished fourth at the All American Quarter Horse Congress in AQHA Novice Youth Hunter Saddle (14-18). In 2012, she was the Reserve World Champion in Showmanship (14-18). In 2011, Friday was the American Paint Horse Association World Champion in Novice Hunter Hack, while winning the Reserve World Championship in Novice Working Hunter.
Continue reading …International Equestrians Gather to Raise $440,000+ For Impoverished Children in the Developing World
January 22, 2014 Comments Off on International Equestrians Gather to Raise $440,000+ For Impoverished Children in the Developing World
The night was charged with Asian ambiance, as human dragons and horses joined in dance, presentations were made that warmed all hearts, and guests enjoyed the priceless items found in both the live and silent auctions. It was a momentous stride for JustWorld International as they raised over $440,000 to continue their mission to act as a catalyst for positive change in the developing world.
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