Congratulations New and Now “Un-retired” AQHA Judges!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Congratulations New and Now “Un-retired” AQHA Judges!
In May, the AQHA Judges and Executive committees voted to remove Rule SHW910.12: “A judge shall accept mandatory retirement at age 75.” For recertification, these individuals were required to make scores above 75 percent on video judging and above 80 percent on the rulebook exam.
Continue reading …2015 American Royal Update: Royal Feast is Tonight!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on 2015 American Royal Update: Royal Feast is Tonight!
Tonight, get ready for The Royal Feast where each barn will provide their own signature dish and be judged for the chance to win the title of “Most Spectacular Host” and a crystal trophy. Come to the main barn at 6 pm to enjoy dishes like Crostini with Prosciutto from Hunters Ridge/Paula Pray and Hillbilly Hot Wings and Redneck Refreshments from Jon Barry and Mike Tivoli.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Horse Show Marriage Proposal!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Horse Show Marriage Proposal!
AQHA amateur Nicole Lynn of Smock, PA. received an unexpected surprise when she entered her horse’s stall at the 2015 PQHA Nittany Classic last weekend…
Continue reading …PQHA Nittany Classic and Futurity Concludes With 30% Entry Increase, Trophy Winners, and a Surprise Marriage Proposal!
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on PQHA Nittany Classic and Futurity Concludes With 30% Entry Increase, Trophy Winners, and a Surprise Marriage Proposal!
On a fun note, another PQHA first was a surprise wedding proposal at the show. Amateur Exhibitor, Nicole Lynn, from Smock, PA competes with her two horses, Don’t Teez the Kat and Kelleys Escape. She trains with Alexandra and Eddie Falk. On Sunday, when Nicole returned to her stall to get her horse ready for a class, she was surprised to find her boyfriend of two years, Dustin Lerda (who was supposed to be working) in the stall on one knee.
Continue reading …Day 1-4 Results 2015 Breeders Halter Futurity/National Halter Championship
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Day 1-4 Results 2015 Breeders Halter Futurity/National Halter Championship
Click on the link below to view Day 1 results from the 2015 Breeders Halter Futurity and National Halter Championship.
Continue reading …Remembering 9/11- 14 Years Later…
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Remembering 9/11- 14 Years Later…
“America was strong after that tragedy. People talked to each other, smiled when passing, and really became receptive to strangers. Sadly, I think that has past. I do however think that we should never let those memories die.”
Continue reading …Congrats APHA Club Award Winners: Arizona, Southwest Washington, Texas, Virginia, and Washington State
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on Congrats APHA Club Award Winners: Arizona, Southwest Washington, Texas, Virginia, and Washington State
“Recognizing clubs on a national level is an integral part of APHA’s drive to focus on its members,” Regional Club Manager Julie Haney said. “Our goals as an association are to reward excellence and highlight the amazing membership we have.”
Continue reading …NSBA News: Riders Cup Coming Up Oct. 3-4, Changes to NSBA World Qualifying For 2016
September 11, 2015 Comments Off on NSBA News: Riders Cup Coming Up Oct. 3-4, Changes to NSBA World Qualifying For 2016
The 2015 NSBA Riders Cup is quickly approaching, October 3-4, 2015 at the Roberts Arena in Wilmington, Ohio. Judges for the Rider’s Cup will be Steve Brown, Clay MacLeod, and Ryan Painter.
Continue reading …Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Canine Companion “Tucker”
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on Our Sincerest Condolences Following the Passing of Canine Companion “Tucker”
At any barn, in the corner of a tack room, the front seat of a pickup truck, or snoozing under the saddle rack at a horse show, you’re likely to find one of our beloved canine companions.
Continue reading …Last Call For Quarter Horse Congress Super Sale Entries!
September 10, 2015 Comments Off on Last Call For Quarter Horse Congress Super Sale Entries!
Last Call For Quarter Horse Congress Super Sale Entries!
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