“We are excited to have the opportunity to welcome all Select exhibitors to compete at this year’s show since the AQHA Executive Committee waived the qualifying requirements due to the coronavirus pandemic,” said Justin Billings, AQHA chief show officer. “For the first time, this year’s show will feature Level 3 and Nutrena Level 1 classes for riders and their American Quarter Horses to compete in. Also new this year, exhibitors will have the ability to enter an optional jackpot in each class with 100% payback.”  

“We are so pleased to once again have these shows recognized as some of the best in the country by the AQHA. It truly takes a village to accomplish such a designation, and we have to thank our exhibitors, staff and supporters for all of their hard work and dedication. We are looking forward to an even greater event in 2020 and can’t wait to see everyone back in the show ring,” commented Kathy Avolt of An Equine Production.

The Exhibitor Sponsorship Program is designed to enhance the experience for exhibitors attending the APHA World Show. Sponsorships range from $500 to $5,000, and in addition to receiving valuable perks with the package you select, most of the money raised will be used to enhance payouts at the World Show, which puts more money into the pockets of exhibitors.

After careful consideration, the AQHA Executive Committee approved hosting the 2020 AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals in conjunction with the 2020 AQHA World Championship Show, slated for November 5-21 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, pending local, state and federal mandates.

An Equine Production has confirmed the news that the dates for the Florida Gold and Gulf Coast shows are set. The Florida Gold Coast will be held December 27-31 with six AQHA shows and two S/E APHA shows. The Florida Gulf Coast will be held January 2-7 with six AQHA shows and 2 S/E APHA […]

The first live session of the virtual 2020 Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar will kick off June 30 at 9 a.m. Central with a welcome and introduction to the virtual seminar hosted by the AQHYA Board of Directors. Tune in 10 a.m. Central on June 30 for a live keynote address by Amberly Snyder, Women’s Professional Rodeo Association competitor whose inspirational true story was captured in the 2019 movie “Walk. Ride. Rodeo.”