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Two 4-Judge PORs – 8 Judges – include: Elizabeth Baker, Jodi Finkenbinder, Clint Fullerton, Bob Kail, John Boxell, David Denniston, Meri McKillips-Lemay and Richard Spinks. Ancillary judges for Ranch and reining classes include Cindy Chilton-Moore, Keith Longacre, Nikki Longacre and Trisha Shorten-Armstrong. Ancillary judges for Over Fences/Speed events are Marvin Kapushion, Sue Kapushion, Michael Ochetto and Tina White.

NSBA News The 2017 NSBA World Championship Show and Breeders Championship Futurity Entry Booklets are in the mail! You can also view a copy online. Entries are due postmarked or emailed to the NSBA office on July 1. View the Entry Form here. New for 2017 – stall payments must be made separate from entries. View the […]

“It takes a full village of people, for sure,” McKay said. “But anytime you’re recognized by your peers, and a talented group of peers like ours, it’s very humbling and very much appreciated.”

“The Ranching Heritage Challenges highlight the versatility, soundness and willing attitude of American Quarter Horses that are ranch-born and -raised,” said Kim Lindsey, AQHA director of ranching. “Not only do the Challenges showcase ranch-raised horses, they also offer competitors significant purses and prizes.”

With the growth the Congress has seen over the last several years, there is a need for additional Congress workers this fall. OQHA is looking for passionate people from all areas of the quarter horse world who will enjoy interacting with Congress attendees and exhibitors in a fast-paced environment. Opportunities are available throughout the Congress grounds and we welcome all levels of Quarter Horse expertise!

In 2018, an expanded entry fee structure replaces the Select Sale, and all Breeders’ Trust-nominated Regular Registry Paints are eligible to enter the Farnam Pleasure Stakes. Additionally, all Breeders’ Trust-nominated solid Paint-breds who have been genetically tested and carry a known Paint pattern marker (Tobiano; Frame Overo; Sabino 1; Splash White 1, 2 or 3; Dominant White 5, 10 or 20, confirmed through APHA-approved genetic testing) are eligible to compete with the Regular Registry horses.

Equestrians with disabilities will take the stage at the Stars & Stripes Summer Spectacular June 27 in Fort Worth, Texas. APHA and the Appaloosa Horse Club are joining forces again to offer this special opportunity for challenged riders to take the stage during the 2017 AjPHA Youth World Championship Show and World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show.

“Most of our alliance partners level their competition playing field on money earned by their exhibitors. AQHA exhibitors are leveled by points earned and by winning an AQHA world or reserve world champion title. By combining both methods, we look to further level the playing field and protect the integrity of the Adequan® Level 2 Championships at the Lucas Oil World,” said AQHA Chief Show Officer Pete Kyle.