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Nine APHA National Directors Honored For Longtime Service

March 12, 2015 Comments Off

APHA has about 110-120 elected directors, who make the rules by which the association is governed. Past presidents, former Distinguished Service Award winners and elected directors who have a cumulative tenure of 30 years or more retain the title of lifetime director-at-large, which ensures voting privileges so long as their APHA membership remains current and in good standing.

Missed the Markel AQHA Cowtown Showdown? Watch TONIGHT on RFD-TV at 8 pm

March 11, 2015 Comments Off

In addition to these top competitors, you will also see representatives from historic AQHA ranches that have bred American Quarter Horses for 75 consecutive years compete in a ranch horse competition.

Meet the New 2015 AQHA Executive Committee

March 10, 2015 Comments Off

The members of the 2015-2016 AQHA Executive Committee were elected at the 2015 AQHA Convention in Fort Worth, Texas. This five-person committee is responsible for implementing important decisions by AQHA members through the Association’s board of directors.

Rule Change Makes Registering Cropouts With APHA Easy

March 9, 2015 Comments Off

Now to qualify for the Regular Registry, Paints—regardless of lineage—must have a natural Paint marking that extends more than two inches above the center of the knee or hock, or beyond an imaginary line that extends from the base of the ear to the outside corner of the eye to the corner of the mouth and under the chin.

$100,000 Time to Ride Challenge Now Open for Registration

March 9, 2015 Comments Off

Registration is now open at www.timetoride.com for the 2015 Time to Ride Challenge, a grassroots campaign offering $100,000 cash and prizes to horse professionals to grow the horse industry by introducing people to horses through beginner-friendly horse experiences.

Gary Roberts, Stephanie Lynn, and Holly Hover Named Professionals of the Year During AQHA Convention

March 9, 2015 Comments Off

Being named an AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year is one of the top awards of the equine industry. These individuals were nominated and voted on by their peers.

South Carolina Equestrian Moves to #1 Spot in NCEA Rankings

March 6, 2015 Comments Off

Following a pair of Baylor losses and a South Carolina win against Auburn, the Gamecocks move into the No. 1 spot for the first time this year. Georgia, which defeated Texas A&M on Saturday, moves to No. 2. Baylor drops to No. 3, while TCU is No. 4 and Oklahoma State is No. 5.

20 Regional Clubs Honored During APHA Convention

March 6, 2015 Comments Off

The Gist Affiliate Awards program awards a total of $5,000 in gift certificates for Gist products to regional clubs each year. All APHA regional clubs are eligible for one free entry via postcard annually. Clubs earn additional “entries” for the drawing by taking advantage of Gist’s award discount program—already eligible for substantial discounts on Gist retail merchandise that’s perfect for club and show awards, each club earns an additional entry for each $1,000 spent through Gist.

Congratulations 2014 NSBA Year-End Award Winners!

March 4, 2015 Comments Off

The final calculations for 2014 Year End Standings are in, and the official audit of results is complete! Official 2014 NSBA Year End Standings are now posted on the NSBA website.

Who’s Ready For 2015 Martinganza?! April 2-5 in Williamston, NC

March 4, 2015 Comments Off

We have the flat fee of $225 for FIVE sets of AQHA points over four days. This includes any AQHA classes, the AQHA drug fees, and office charges. Walk/Trot classes and NSBA classes are separate, but still affordable. Our 2014 show was a HUGE success, and we invite you to come and enjoy the fun we offer in 2015!