Big Wins & New Beginnings at the 2026 APHA Eastern National Championship
September 2, 2026 Comments Off on Big Wins & New Beginnings at the 2026 APHA Eastern National Championship
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: New exhibitors like Katelynn Lyden and Dawn Lelakowski were among the 1,000+ entries that helped make the 2026 APHA Eastern National Championship Show a resounding success. The August 20–23, 2026 event took place at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. It brought prestigious competition to the Northeast, generating 1,024 APHA entries—a 100 entry increase over […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings: 2026 SJPHC Equinety Color Challenge & Youth Scholarship Circuit
September 2, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings: 2026 SJPHC Equinety Color Challenge & Youth Scholarship Circuit
From Jennifer Barbee, SJPHC President: The Equinety Color Challenge & Youth Scholarship Circuit happened on August 20-23, 2026, at Murieta Equestrian Center in Rancho Murieta, California. This show is run by San Joaquin Paint Horse Club (SJPHC). APHA, AQHA, WRHA, and All Breed classes were offered this year. Running as a four judge POR, the judges included […]
Continue reading …2026 AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge Returns to the AQHA World Show
September 2, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge Returns to the AQHA World Show
$55,000 in total purse plus prizes, the return of the Limited division, and a new official show equipment sponsor are all part of the 2026 event. The 2026 AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge, presented by Super Sires, returns at 6 p.m. CST on Saturday, November 14, in the OG&E Coliseum during the Markel AQHA World Championship […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Hoof Beats and Heartbeats
September 2, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Hoof Beats and Heartbeats
“Hoof beats and heartbeats – is there any difference between the two?” – Author unknown. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Double-Check 2026 QH Congress Stall Counts
September 1, 2026 Comments Off on Double-Check 2026 QH Congress Stall Counts
From the All American Quarter Horse Congress: With more than 1,000 stalling agents and 4,000 horses coming to Congress, we want to ensure every stall count is accurate before assignments are made. Please double-check your submitted stall count, purchase additional stalls if needed, and notify Rhonda Harter of any corrections by Thursday, September 3rd at […]
Continue reading …Story of a Senior Horse: Lessons for Lucky
September 1, 2026 Comments Off on Story of a Senior Horse: Lessons for Lucky
Rodney, Ontario – My mom and I have a 32-year-old horse. His name is R Lucky Tramp. We call him Lucky. We are all senior citizens – Lucky, Mom and now me. Recently, my Mom asked a really good question. “What do I do if I find Lucky down?” (Our vet is over an hour […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Every Time You Ride
September 1, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Every Time You Ride
“Every time you ride, be it a leap towards achieving your dreams, a step closer to mastering a skill, or a gallop away from your fears.” – Author unknown. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …First 2026 Paynt Points + Color Bonus Pays Over $22/point to Eligible Paints
August 31, 2026 Comments Off on First 2026 Paynt Points + Color Bonus Pays Over $22/point to Eligible Paints
August 31, 2026, Jessica Hein, PHJ News: With more than $1 million of added money on the line this year, the first round of 2026 Paynt Points and inaugural Color Bonus payouts did not disappoint. Checks mailed in late August featured $12.09 paid for every point earned in APHA competition from January 1–June 30, 2026. Paints eligible for […]
Continue reading …Join WEC-Ocala in September for Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa Competition with More Than $1M in Prize Money
August 31, 2026 Comments Off on Join WEC-Ocala in September for Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa Competition with More Than $1M in Prize Money
September competition is almost here! There’s still time to join everyone at WEC – Ocala for Quarter Horse, Paint and Appaloosa competition with more than $1 million in prize money across three shows! The Championship Show | Sept. 15-20 $775,500 Added Schedule: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/596fcf306a49638ca104e01d/t/6a85aa851966ac11e18bfcc6/1787144837197/2026+WEC+Championship+Showbill+8.19.pdf APHA Zone 9 Fall Cash Classic | Sept. 17-20 $159,000 Added Schedule: https://floridapainthorseclub.weebly.com/uploads/1/2/3/4/123418313/zone_9_showbill_2026__7.28.26.pdf The […]
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From Lindsay Singleton McKnight, Palmetto Paint Horse Club: It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Sharon Kastrova. For those who have been part of PPHC for many years, Sharon and Lester need little introduction. They were part of the PPHC family long before some of us entered our first class, and […]
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