Headley Quarter Horses Offers Extra Incentive For Ranch Riding Competitors
September 24, 2021 Comments Off on Headley Quarter Horses Offers Extra Incentive For Ranch Riding Competitors
Ranch Riding exhibitors who show at both the Congress and AQHA World Shows this year are vying for an extra incentive thanks to the support and generosity of Steve and Kathy Headley. The incentive is multi-faceted; a competitor must show at both shows – two of the Headley family’s favorite shows to attend – to be in the running for winnings additional to those already offered at those shows.
Continue reading …Results and Around the Ring Photos- The American Royal
September 23, 2021 Comments Off on Results and Around the Ring Photos- The American Royal
By: Brittany Bevis The American Royal is host to six different equine events: The Royal Showcase, a Cutting show, a Hunter/Jumper show, a UPHA National Championship, an Arabian show, and an AQHA show. The Quarter Horse show is always a favorite among competitors in the Midwest due to the opportunity to snag AQHA, NSBA, and MoQHA […]
Continue reading …19 Horses to Compete in Pleasure Versatility Challenge at AQHA World- Check Out the Lineup!
September 22, 2021 Comments Off on 19 Horses to Compete in Pleasure Versatility Challenge at AQHA World- Check Out the Lineup!
The most exciting portion of the event will take place during each transition period, because horses and riders must stay in the arena. The 5-minute countdown clock, combined with the assistance of two grooms and a wheelbarrow full of equipment, has led to hilarity and hijinks in the past! Judges will be sequestered and no placings will be announced until the conclusion of the event.
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Hall of Fame basketball player Bill Bradley once said, “Becoming number one is easier than remaining number one.” I think anyone who has ever reached the pinnacle of sports, industry, or any other competitive venture they find themselves thrust into agrees. Competition is about winning or losing. It’s about trying to take something others desire.
Continue reading …Results Recap From 2021 Breeders Halter Futurity
September 21, 2021 Comments Off on Results Recap From 2021 Breeders Halter Futurity
The Grand Champion Open Stallion was Electrifyed and Jason Smith for Jim and Georgia Snow. This horse was bred by Robert Friest. The Reserve Champion Stallion was Evincing and Tom Robertson for Julie Behrens. This horse was bred by Scott Trahan.
Continue reading …On The Cover: JR Cook and Line Up Behind
September 20, 2021 Comments Off on On The Cover: JR Cook and Line Up Behind
Line Up Behind. It’s a cheeky name that has proven to be somewhat prophetic during the past year or so, as this talented 4-year-old gelding has been piloted by owner, JR Cook, and trainer, Cole Baker, to win almost every major show circuit in the country. The big, beautiful, bay named “Calvin” is by VS Flatline and out of Shes Immortal. He was purchased by the Cook family from Capital Quarter Horses, LLC, after the AQHA World Show in 2019, and they’ve had immense success ever since.
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The Equine Chronicle has been by your side through it all. The moments of jubilation celebrating a well-deserved win. The happy tears and hugs following a personal best. The exhilaration of a hard-fought comeback.
Continue reading …Learning to Find Success Outside of the Win
September 17, 2021 Comments Off on Learning to Find Success Outside of the Win
“The win is never guaranteed. Only one person can win a class. So, if your personal value is based solely on that win, my friends, how will you handle the disappointment if you’re not the winner?”
Continue reading …What’s the Hardest Lesson You’ve Had to Learn as an Equestrian?
September 16, 2021 Comments Off on What’s the Hardest Lesson You’ve Had to Learn as an Equestrian?
This question touched a chord with our readers, and the answers submitted included topics ranging from patience and acceptance to disappointment and loss. Scroll below to see what they had to say.
Continue reading …EC TV- How to Band a Horse’s Mane
September 15, 2021 Comments Off on EC TV- How to Band a Horse’s Mane
Watch as professional bander, Cameron Van Sickle, provides a tutorial for how to band a horse’s mane for the show pen. Click on the link below for his step-by-step instruction for perfectly placed bands.
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