Stars N Stripes and Big A Concludes With Patriotic Fanfare on the Fourth of July
July 7, 2021 Comments Off on Stars N Stripes and Big A Concludes With Patriotic Fanfare on the Fourth of July
The Stars N Stripes and Big A horse show recently concluded in Conyers, GA to much patriotic fanfare June 25-July 4th. The show hosted ten judges at the Georgia International Horse Park and included Georgia Gold classes, Show For Dough classes, and plenty of fun special events.
Continue reading …Colten Dulin Wins 2021 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award at APHA World
July 6, 2021 Comments Off on Colten Dulin Wins 2021 Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award at APHA World
Colten Dulin from Nampa, Idaho, proved himself as an outstanding Youth sportsman at the 2021 APHA World Championship Show, and as a result, he was named the Robyn Hanna Sportsmanship Award winner. Throughout the show, Colten could be found with a smile on his face, even though he knew his horse would be retiring after the World Show. Often presenting awards to other class winners, Colten took the job seriously and made it his mission to be a good sportsman while also having fun at the World Show.
Continue reading …Sweet Lazy Sensations and Rylee Morgan Win 2021 Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden WP
July 6, 2021 Comments Off on Sweet Lazy Sensations and Rylee Morgan Win 2021 Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden WP
With Canada’s borders mostly closed during 2020 due to the pandemic, Sweet Lazy Sensations was stuck in Canada with owner Pamela Switzer of Busby, Alberta, instead of heading to the U.S. for training as a 2-year-old and then on to the 2020 APHA World Championship Show. But perhaps it was for the best, since the mare’s lack of showing in 2020 made her eligible to participate in the 2021 APHA World Show’s new Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Western Pleasure Stakes class. “Hayley” and trainer Rylee Morgan of Provo, Utah, clinched the class’ limited and overall championship titles and took home more than $14,000.
Continue reading …Meet the 2021-22 AQHYA Officer and Director Candidates
July 5, 2021 Comments Off on Meet the 2021-22 AQHYA Officer and Director Candidates
Youth from across the country will gather July 12-14 for the 2021 Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar in Amarillo. All AQHYA members and nonmembers, ages 10 to 18, are invited to attend the seminar. YES offers a wide variety of activities focused on the youth of our industry. YES is an amazing opportunity to meet new people and have fun learning about leadership. This year’s theme is “Make Your Mark.”
Continue reading …History-Making Event at 2021 AQHA VRH World Show
July 5, 2021 Comments Off on History-Making Event at 2021 AQHA VRH World Show
“Our Association’s rich ranching heritage was honored by tough competition and camaraderie among the exhibitors over the past week. The true versatility of our ranching members and their American Quarter Horses was on full display,” said Justin Billings, AQHA Chief Show Officer. “Congratulations to all who took part in this history making event and hit personal bests at the 2021 AQHA VRH World.”
Continue reading …9 Things to Look Forward to at AQHA YES
July 3, 2021 Comments Off on 9 Things to Look Forward to at AQHA YES
AQHA Publicity The American Quarter Horse Association is excited to welcome attendees to the 2021 Bank of America Youth Excellence Seminar July 12-14 in Amarillo. View the tentative YES schedule. An entertaining and action-packed three days are awaiting attendees in Amarillo. Check out these highlights to look forward to during YES: Kick off the week during registration with […]
Continue reading …Oklahoma Governor Tries Out Course at AQHA VRH World Show
July 2, 2021 Comments Off on Oklahoma Governor Tries Out Course at AQHA VRH World Show
“It’s such an honor to host American Quarter Horse Association events in Oklahoma,” Gov. Stitt said. “We’re so proud of our agricultural history and our way of life in Oklahoma. Both of my grandparents were involved in agriculture: My dad’s dad was the head vet at the Oklahoma City Stockyards, my other granddad was a rodeo cowboy and also a dairy farmer, so I grew up with this lifestyle. It’s an honor that people from across the country come here to Oklahoma to show their horses and compete. We want to also welcome everyone in November to the Farnam AQHA World Show, too.”
Continue reading …Texas Stars Win 2021 AjPHA Youth Team Tournament
July 2, 2021 Comments Off on Texas Stars Win 2021 AjPHA Youth Team Tournament
APHA hosted the annual horseIQ Youth Team Tournament this past Friday, June 25 during the 2021 APHA World Championship Show. The contest had eight teams competing in up to five performance classes (Showmanship, Equitation, Horsemanship, Ranch Riding and Walk-Trot Pleasure 5-10), Jeopardy and a Knowledge Relay.
Continue reading …All Im Gonna Do and Judy Zeitler Win APHA World Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Hunter Under Saddle
July 2, 2021 Comments Off on All Im Gonna Do and Judy Zeitler Win APHA World Breeders’ Trust 3-Year-Old Maiden Hunter Under Saddle
Judy Zeitler’s first APHA World Championship Show is on fire—both literally and figuratively. After a hot start to their journey—her truck blew its transmission and caught fire on their way down to the show—Judy’s settled into a groove in Fort Worth, capturing a win in the 2021 Breeders’ Trust 3-year-old Maiden Hunter Under Saddle Stakes aboard All Im Gonna Do for owner Marchelle Everhart of Thomasville, North Carolina.
Continue reading …APHA World Champions Include Ferguson, Stratton, Hansen, Smith, Overway, and More
July 1, 2021 Comments Off on APHA World Champions Include Ferguson, Stratton, Hansen, Smith, Overway, and More
Today wraps up the end of Open Halter classes here at the APHA World Show, with the exception of Performance Halter, which will take place next week. Also on the schedule at this fast-paced show has been Trail, Showmanship, Western Riding, and Hunter Under Saddle classes in Open, Amateur, and Youth divisions.
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