The 2018 show, held September 19-23 in Scottsdale, Arizona, saw 7,603 AQHA class entries, which represent 17% growth over the previous year. Exhibitors from across the country flocked to WestWorld for the event that has established a reputation as the “Show For Everyone”with its quality competition and awesome awards.
Continue reading …The No. 1 Auburn Tigers stay put as they dominated last week with an 18-2 victory over an SEC opponent. The Georgia Bulldogs hold onto the preseason No. 2 spot as they compete for the first time this week, traveling to SEC rival South Carolina.
Continue reading …Today’s EC Photo of the Day has to be this cool shot from the 2018 APHA World Show. Keeping one eye on the competition. If you have a photo that would be perfect for our EC Photo of the Day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …The 2018 QH Congress patterns are now online! Ranch Riding and Reining patterns are available at the entry office in Congress Hall. Click here to view the patterns.
Continue reading …Have you ever wondered why, at the biggest show of the year, our horses are in peak physical condition, and yet, our own physical performance tends to decline? Aches and pains from long days, and nights, of practice, the inevitable Congress Crud seeping into our systems, and the inability to keep up with our regular workout regime all wreak havoc on our ability to compete at our best.
Continue reading …Whether I’m competing at a local show or out of state, I usually receive a mixed bag of opinions. The most common reaction is curiosity! I have people come up to me in the ranch warm-up and say, “Wait, weren’t you just in Horsemanship?” or “Isn’t that the same horse from Trail?” Those questions are also followed by comments like “That’s incredible he can do that all in one day,” and “I wish my horse could do both.” Through all the positivity, there is going to inevitably be some negativity. I have been told in the Horsemanship line to “Stay on the ranch with the cows,” and to “Go back to where you came from. You aren’t good enough for this.” The most common one is “She didn’t deserve to win. She’s not a true ranch rider like the other girls.”
Continue reading …The New York Southern Tier Hal Montanye Memorial Show recently took place September 27-30 at the Sussex County Fairgrounds. Judges included Liz Baker, Dean Bogart, John Briggs, and Stacey Roberson. Check out results, courtesy of An Equine Production. Results: Click here for S/C 1 results. Click here to S/C 2 results. Circuit Champions High Point […]
Continue reading …It’s an all-American love story, but it’s not the kind that makes you swoon. This story is about a family that makes an impact on American industry.
Continue reading …NCEA NCEA SCOREBOARD: SEPTEMBER 30, 2018 TCU DOWNS DELAWARE STATE IN NCEA OPENER, 15-4 FORTH WORTH, Texas – The sixth-ranked TCU equestrian team took down Delaware State, 15-4, in the National Collegiate Equestrian Association opener. TCU claimed all four Most Outstanding Performer honors, three by freshmen, including two by Izzy Baxter as she made her collegiate […]
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