Remembering Fortunateson
Many in the industry are mourning the loss of a very special stallion whose impressive show record and ability to produce exceptional babies are remembered by those who loved him. But Fortunateson was much more than that, and his loss this past August has been felt throughout the Quarter Horse community.
Changing The Game – The USEF Mandatory Microchip Rule
November 12, 2025 Comments Off on Changing The Game – The USEF Mandatory Microchip Rule
As of December 1, 2025, every horse entered in a USEF-licensed or -endorsed competition must be implanted with an ISO-compliant microchip. However, the new USEF Microchip Rule is more than just a requirement–it’s a game-changer for equestrian sports.
Continue reading …Equine Law – New Year’s Resolutions For The Equine Industry
November 10, 2025 Comments Off on Equine Law – New Year’s Resolutions For The Equine Industry
Planning ahead for a successful 2026? You might consider “success” to mean great recognition and results in your horse-related showing, breeding, and training activities. But a successful new year could also include making a few extra efforts to protect yourself from a legal dispute. This article provides a few suggestions.
Continue reading …Kindred Spirits – Select Amateur Heidi Rasor and Full Drape, aka “Wallace.”
November 9, 2025 Comments Off on Kindred Spirits – Select Amateur Heidi Rasor and Full Drape, aka “Wallace.”
Select Amateur Heidi Rasor couldn’t even make it to the finals at the World Show for many years. Now, for the last three years in a row, she has been in the final cuts. What has made the difference? First of all, there’s her equine partner, Full Drape, the 2014 sorrel gelding by No Doubt […]
Continue reading …Born To Ride: Molli Jacobs Froman
November 8, 2025 Comments Off on Born To Ride: Molli Jacobs Froman
For Molli Jacobs Froman, horses aren’t just a part of life—they are life. Quite literally. Her story begins during the All American Quarter Horse Congress, where her mother went into labor while her father was showing. “I guess you could say I was born into the industry,” Molli laughs.
Continue reading …Jeffrey Johns and Nothin But Nett Slam Dunk Amateur Western Riding at 2025 AQHA World
November 7, 2025 Comments Off on Jeffrey Johns and Nothin But Nett Slam Dunk Amateur Western Riding at 2025 AQHA World
He’s done so much for me, he doesn’t owe me anything more, and he never owed me anything to begin with. I feel very blessed to call Steph my horse.~ Jeffrey Johns. By Delores Kuhlwein Jeffrey Johns has always possessed a cherished connection with Nothin But Nett, the 2017 bay stallion by Machine Made and […]
Continue reading …Finding His True North on Horseback – Bill Cox
November 6, 2025 Comments Off on Finding His True North on Horseback – Bill Cox
Bill Cox is a lifelong equestrian who started out like most–with humble origins and a big dream.
Continue reading …From The Publisher – No Rest For The Weary
November 4, 2025 Comments Off on From The Publisher – No Rest For The Weary
As a young, horse-crazy boy growing up in Michigan in the mid-1970s, I had abundant opportunities to soak up everything about horses and horse shows. Looking back, I feel fortunate to have been given the opportunity to grow up next to a horse farm, around a lot of horses, and having a mother who gave me every opportunity to excel with a horse in a competitive environment.
Continue reading …On The Cover – Lisa Wilkes and Up N The Ante
November 2, 2025 Comments Off on On The Cover – Lisa Wilkes and Up N The Ante
“In the depth of winter, I finally learned that there was in me an invincible summer.” —Albert Camus
Continue reading …From The Run For A Million to the AQHA World Show – 75-year-old Teresa Goforth Continues Her Journey into OKC
October 29, 2025 Comments Off on From The Run For A Million to the AQHA World Show – 75-year-old Teresa Goforth Continues Her Journey into OKC
By Delores Kuhlwein Qualifying for The Run For A Million Non Pro Challenge at 75 years of age might seem impossible, especially on a 20-year-old horse. But Teresa Goforth did just that in Summer 2025 with her American Quarter Horse, Little Lenas Solano. If you remember her viral video from August 2025 on our Facebook […]
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