A Horseman’s Horseman – Jeffrey Pait
November 30, 2019 Comments Off on A Horseman’s Horseman – Jeffrey Pait
To be good at selecting and preparing Halter horses, a horseman must not only see all the tiny details, but also be able to evaluate and manage those fine points. AQHA Professional Horseman Jeffrey Pait has proven that he’s one such horseman. When asked what brought him to a love of and lifetime career spent training horses, he immediately refers to his upbringing.
Continue reading …Developing Positive Relationships Within a Competitive Equestrian Community
November 29, 2019 Comments Off on Developing Positive Relationships Within a Competitive Equestrian Community
There are not many industries in which the producers are also the consumers. The connectivity of all the different levels of stakeholders within equestrian sports are so intermingled.
Continue reading …Tammy Bradshaw – Paving Her Own Way
November 28, 2019 Comments Off on Tammy Bradshaw – Paving Her Own Way
Tammy Bradshaw may be best known as a generous philanthropist and wife of football star, Terry Bradshaw, who quarterbacked the Pittsburgh Steelers in the National Football League before becoming a sports analyst and co-host of Fox NFL Sunday. However, she’s also making a name for herself as a force to be reckoned with in the show pen after taking up equestrian competition four years ago. She may have changed from being the horse-crazy kid, who kept her horse in the backyard on two acres, to a poised competitor with hundreds of horses on her 700-acre ranch, but this dedicated horsewoman still maintains a refreshing enthusiasm and appreciation of her horses and her success in the sport.
Continue reading …Raising Financial Grown-Ups – Who Pays the Show Bill When a Youth Becomes an Amateur?
November 28, 2019 Comments Off on Raising Financial Grown-Ups – Who Pays the Show Bill When a Youth Becomes an Amateur?
While they may be adults, legally, many young amateur exhibitors have a long way to go before they are truly self-reliant, especially when it comes to their finances. Horses are expensive, and showing requires a sizable income. Most young adults don’t start out making enough money to afford horses without their parents paying the bills.
Continue reading …Happy Thanksgiving! EC is Thankful For You
November 28, 2019 Comments Off on Happy Thanksgiving! EC is Thankful For You
Here at The Equine Chronicle, we are thankful for each and every one of you and for the opportunity that we have to capture your beloved memories and promote this sport that we all hold so near and dear to our hearts.
Continue reading …Survivors: One Year after a Horrific Trailer Accident, Three Teams Achieve World Champion Titles
November 27, 2019 Comments Off on Survivors: One Year after a Horrific Trailer Accident, Three Teams Achieve World Champion Titles
One Tragedy + Three Special Ladies + One Resilient Trainer = A Remarkable Success Story
Continue reading …EC Complete Wrap-Up of 2019 AQHA World Show
November 27, 2019 Comments Off on EC Complete Wrap-Up of 2019 AQHA World Show
In case you missed any of our comprehensive coverage of the 2019 AQHA World Championship Show, we have compiled all of our articles, interviews, and around the ring photos in one place for your viewing pleasure. It’s perfect for post-turkey day reading!
Continue reading …The loss of a legend – Hotroddin Zippo
November 26, 2019 Comments Off on The loss of a legend – Hotroddin Zippo
On June 25, 2019, the Quarter Horse world lost a legend with the passing of Hotroddin Zippo owned by Pine Meadow Quarter Horses. The loss of the beloved 15.1 hand, chestnut superstar has reverberated across the industry, as this talented and sweet-natured stallion created a lasting legacy in both the show pen and breeding shed.
Continue reading …Final Behind the Scenes Photos- 2019 AQHA World- Nov. 18-22
November 26, 2019 Comments Off on Final Behind the Scenes Photos- 2019 AQHA World- Nov. 18-22
Click here for more great photos from behind the scenes at the 2019 AQHA World Show!
Continue reading …Angela Fox and HP The Rusty Fox Win Amateur All Around at AQHA World For Second Year in a Row
November 25, 2019 Comments Off on Angela Fox and HP The Rusty Fox Win Amateur All Around at AQHA World For Second Year in a Row
“Truthfully, I didn’t set out to win the Amateur All Around award either year,” Angela says. “But, I’m lucky enough that he’s pretty good at several of the classes we compete in, so that’s always part of the goal. After last year, I really wanted to start Horsemanship, because I didn’t do that last year. Also, I wanted to get even better at the individual classes we compete in together. So, the All Around award is just an amazing bonus.”
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