Around the Rings- Sun Circuit- 3/1-2
March 3, 2021 Comments Off on Around the Rings- Sun Circuit- 3/1-2
Thanks to Kristin Spinning and the Arizona Quarter Horse Association team for more great candid photos from around the rings at the Sun Circuit! Stay tuned to EquineChronicle.com this week for more great photos and results from the National Championship, as well as video interviews coming soon.
Continue reading …21 Rules Passed at 2021 APHA Convention
March 2, 2021 Comments Off on 21 Rules Passed at 2021 APHA Convention
PHJ release APHA.com On February 28, APHA national directors voted on 22 rule change proposals that advanced to the floor for consideration at the 2021 APHA Convention, which took place virtually for 2021. Most rules will go into effect with the 2022 APHA Rule Book (rules with early implementation requested are noted below). Below is a summary […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day- God Bless the USA
March 2, 2021 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day- God Bless the USA
God Bless The USA! Emilee Wesner of Elnora, Indiana is giving us patriotic vibes with this snowy shot. If you have a great photo or video of the day, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Muzzy Family Establishes $100,000 Travel Grant For IEA
March 2, 2021 Comments Off on Muzzy Family Establishes $100,000 Travel Grant For IEA
A magnanimous gesture – the Muzzy Family and its MZ Farms have established a five-year $100,000 grant to assist the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) and qualified riders, who demonstrate financial need, in attending the National Finals competitions. The Travel Grant allocation is $20,000 to be divided among approximately ten riders, in each of five years, beginning with IEA Hunt Seat Finals this April. Each rider will receive up to $2,000 in grant money. The initial estimated distribution of the ten grants will be six for Hunt Seat Finals (April 22-25/Perry, Georgia), two for Dressage Finals (May 15-16/Tyler, Texas) and two for Western Finals (June 30-July 1/Ft. Worth, Texas).
Continue reading …2021 ApHC Membership Drawing Winners
March 2, 2021 Comments Off on 2021 ApHC Membership Drawing Winners
ApHC News Congratulations to the following winners of the 2021 ApHC Membership Drawing! Winners were drawn randomly and have been notified via email. Prizes are being mailed out this week. Stephanie Denton Heather Tison-Nichols Russell Portwood Erwin Schindler Michelle Spieth Jessica Fale Cecilia McGinley Diane Legge Patricia Bickel Cliff Hagglund Wendy Barr Spencer Hansen Kathy Johnston […]
Continue reading …SOQHA Challenge Concludes with 2,800+ Entries and Awards $10,000
March 2, 2021 Comments Off on SOQHA Challenge Concludes with 2,800+ Entries and Awards $10,000
The show hosted all the typical disciplines, but a special addition was the inclusion of fun classes like the Youth/Trainer Boot Scramble, Youth Egg and Spoon Race, and Youth Three-Legged Race. These fun youth classes were limited to those entered in the SOQHA Scholarship Challenge classes and only a $5 entry fee was needed to participate. All of the proceeds will go to benefit the SOQHA Youth Association. Other fun events included the Friday night Exhibitor Party and SOQHA Awards Reception and tasty treats of bagels and donuts on Saturday and Sunday.
Continue reading …March Internet Auctions Closing This Week
March 1, 2021 Comments Off on March Internet Auctions Closing This Week
“Bidding will close on March 2nd and 4th,” says Mike Jennings of Professional Horse Services, LLC. The offering will include Reserve World Champions, ROM performers and great prospects.
Continue reading …Around the Rings at Sun Circuit- Weekend #1
March 1, 2021 Comments Off on Around the Rings at Sun Circuit- Weekend #1
Thanks to Kristin Spinning and the hard working staff at the Arizona Sun Circuit, we have lots of fun candid photos to share from around the rings! The 2021 Sun Circuit began over the weekend and will continue throughout the rest of this week in sunny Scottsdale, Arizona. Stay tuned to www.EquineChronicle.com as the week […]
Continue reading …Important Info About Sun Circuit Exhibitor Entry Points and COVID Protocol
March 1, 2021 Comments Off on Important Info About Sun Circuit Exhibitor Entry Points and COVID Protocol
AZ Sun Circuit Sun Circuit Exhibitor Entry Check Points ALL PEOPLE IN THE VEHICLE MUST HAVE A GOLD PLASTIC WRISTBAND TO PASS THROUGH THESE CHECKPOINTS. ONCE ISSUED A WRISTBAND, DO NOT REMOVE THE WRISTBAND. You will not be able to enter the grounds without a wristband. Should your wristband become damaged and unwearable you will […]
Continue reading …Assist AQHA Horseman, Chele McGauly, With Barn Fire Recovery
March 1, 2021 Comments Off on Assist AQHA Horseman, Chele McGauly, With Barn Fire Recovery
We are saddened to share the news of a devastating barn fire that has stricken AQHA Professional Horseman, Chele McGauly. Friend and fellow horse industry professional, Sally Blackwell, has created a GoFundMe page where people can donate to assist with recovery and rebuild efforts.
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