Building Buckeyes for the Future – L1 & Rookie Programs
July 17, 2017 Comments Off on Building Buckeyes for the Future – L1 & Rookie Programs
Think back to your first breed show. More than likely it was a small, local show where you dipped your toe into the competitive waters, looking for any friendly face or small amount of success to make you feel like you belonged.
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- Funny Friday- Horseback Plank
July 14, 2017 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- Funny Friday- Horseback Plank
It’s the newest fitness craze sweeping the nation! #HorsebackPlank All joking aside, planking is an excellent exercise for strengthening your core, which helps with body stabilization, power, and balance, crucial for everything from achieving the ideal Horsemanship position to perfecting your two-point over fences. Begin with your body parallel to the floor while resting on your […]
Continue reading …Antibiotic Resistance and “Superbugs:” Greatest Threat For Human and Animals
July 14, 2017 Comments Off on Antibiotic Resistance and “Superbugs:” Greatest Threat For Human and Animals
“The AVA has also embarked on a three-year project in partnership with Animal Medicines Australia to develop best-practice antibiotic prescribing guidelines for horses and the main livestock species.”
Continue reading …Day 1 Around the Ring Photos at Corporate Challenge
July 14, 2017 Comments Off on Day 1 Around the Ring Photos at Corporate Challenge
Thanks to Rachel Nissen for some fun photos from Day 1 around the rings at the MAQHA Corporate Challenge. The show began yesterday and will continue through July 16th in St. Paul, Minnesota. Judges for the show will be Daren Wright, Lori Gordon, Jeff Mellott, Sandy Jirkovsky, Gigi Bailey, and Suzy Jeane. If you’d like to […]
Continue reading …Hundreds of Youth Get Head Start on College, Thanks to AjPHA Youth World Show
July 14, 2017 Comments Off on Hundreds of Youth Get Head Start on College, Thanks to AjPHA Youth World Show
This year, the Youth World Show offered over $140,000 in scholarship prizes to AjPHA members competing at the show. Included were scholarships for top finishers in 83 world championship performance and halter classes, along with scholarships for randomly selected entries and other special events. All this in addition to the customary prizes awarded at the show, such as trophy buckles and saddles. Scholarship money was provided by the American Paint Horse Foundation, as well as private donations from APHA members and industry supporters.
Continue reading …Little Buckeye/Buckeye Classic Roll Out the Welcome Mat For Rookies in 2017
July 14, 2017 Comments Off on Little Buckeye/Buckeye Classic Roll Out the Welcome Mat For Rookies in 2017
Another unique opportunity this year are youth and amateur mentors. Pair up with an experienced youth or amateur who will serve as your horse show guide!
Continue reading …EC Spotlight On The Youth – The Eberspacher Twins
July 14, 2017 Comments Off on EC Spotlight On The Youth – The Eberspacher Twins
Sarah and Hanah Eberspacher are twin girls who share more than just their birthday; they share a love of horses.
Continue reading …Multiple World and Congress Champion, The Company You Keep, Has a New Partner With Heidi Rasor
July 13, 2017 Comments Off on Multiple World and Congress Champion, The Company You Keep, Has a New Partner With Heidi Rasor
“George has a really large personality, and I love that about him. I’m really going to miss him and miss competing with him, but I feel like this was a good thing for everyone. I’m going to be their biggest fan, and I can’t wait to cheer for George and Heidi!”
Continue reading …Get a Hot Deal on Your New Horse in the July Internet Auctions
July 13, 2017 Comments Off on Get a Hot Deal on Your New Horse in the July Internet Auctions
The July INTERNET Auction features some outstanding Halter Horses and prospects including Lot No. 101 – Hoosier Gunslinger (AQHA) a 2010 gelding (Western Gunslinger x My Mystical Playgirl) he was the 2017 East Level 1 Champion of Champions in Youth Halter and has earned Open and Amateur Superiors in Halter with 737.5 Open, Amateur and Youth Halter points.
Continue reading …“Sportsmanship is Being Selfless in and Out of the Show Pen.”
July 13, 2017 Comments Off on “Sportsmanship is Being Selfless in and Out of the Show Pen.”
Sabine Lazo was moved to tears when she was announced as the recipient of the Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award on July 5 at the 2017 AjPHA Youth World Championship Show. An anonymous panel selected Sabine, who is from Caldwell, Texas, for the award based on her outstanding display of sportsmanship throughout the World Show. She received a $1,000 scholarship and a custom Gist Silversmiths trophy buckle.
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