#RoadToYouthWorld- Behind the Scenes at Boot Camp
July 30, 2018 Comments Off on #RoadToYouthWorld- Behind the Scenes at Boot Camp
Reid drills us on parts and pieces of the patterns, but we try to avoid putting everything together until right before we leave, so that our horses don’t anticipate the patterns.
Continue reading …Bradshaw Family Welcomes AQHA Stallion, Extremely Hot Chips, to the Herd
July 27, 2018 Comments Off on Bradshaw Family Welcomes AQHA Stallion, Extremely Hot Chips, to the Herd
“My wife and I are excited to have the opportunity to buy such an incredible animal. I cannot thank Joan Schroeder enough, as well as my son-in-law, Scott Weiss, for putting this deal together. We’re excited to move forward and expand our horizons into the Quarter Horse Western Pleasure industry.”
Continue reading …Equestrian Positivity- Breaking Down Stereotypes in the Horse Industry
July 27, 2018 Comments Off on Equestrian Positivity- Breaking Down Stereotypes in the Horse Industry
I have heard it said that breed shows are “pricing people out.” That is somewhat true, but not for the reasons you may think. The stereotype that upper level breed shows cost more money is correct, however. Facilities, judges, show staff, ect, all cost money. The larger the event, the more money it cost to put it on.
Continue reading …National Championship Summer Ranking For New Competition at 2019 Sun Circuit
July 26, 2018 Comments Off on National Championship Summer Ranking For New Competition at 2019 Sun Circuit
The Arizona Quarter Horse Association is excited to announce the mid-year rankings for Showmanship, Horsemanship, and Equitation exhibitors in the lead up to the National Championship Tournament being held at Sun Circuit 2019. Each division lists the individuals, who were scored by the committee, as well as those currently leading the pack at this mid-point of the show year. However, there are still plenty of shows to go before the final list is compiled and eligible exhibitors to the Tournament are announced.
Continue reading …Pre-Entry Numbers For 2018 Breeders’ Halter Futurity Show Increase Over Last Year
July 25, 2018 Comments Off on Pre-Entry Numbers For 2018 Breeders’ Halter Futurity Show Increase Over Last Year
Sr Weanling Fillies- 63, Yearling Mares- 39, Sr Weanling Colts- 36, Amateur Sr Weanling Fillies- 32, Jr Weanling Colts- 28, 2-Year-Old Mares- 28
Continue reading …Gordyville Shootout Champions Crowned
July 24, 2018 Comments Off on Gordyville Shootout Champions Crowned
A highlight of the horse show were three $1,000 Shootout classes- Showmanship, Western Pleasure, and Hunter Under Saddle, for which competitors had to qualify. Winning the Western Pleasure Shootout was Karen Boxell with Good Going Danika. The Reserve Champion was Sherri Banta with Touch My Potential. Each of these ladies received custom silver spurs.
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From a hilarious Donkey Race and an adorable 19-entry Leadline class to big checks in NSBA added money Futurities and the inaugural NCEA/YEDA Jr. Medal Horsemanship class, the 2018 Little Buckeye and Buckeye Classic was definitely the #BestBuckeyeYet!
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Ima Petite Classic
July 21, 2018 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Ima Petite Classic
The Equine Chronicle had the opportunity to interview trainer, Charlie Cole, and owner, Darcy Reeve, numerous times over the years following Kramer’s many wins. Here are a few of our favorite Kramer quotes.
Continue reading …WCHA Announces 2 New Halter Classes Coming to 2018 AQHA World Show
July 20, 2018 Comments Off on WCHA Announces 2 New Halter Classes Coming to 2018 AQHA World Show
“We’ve seen our breeders stop breeding in April and May, because there hasn’t been an incentive to compete with late foals. These classes will provide a lucrative incentive for stallion and mare owners to extend their breeding season and for exhibitors to get those late babies in training. There is a need for junior classes and I feel these World Champion Junior Classes will fill that void.”
Continue reading …Over $8,000 Raised For Make-A-Wish Foundation During Buckeye Classic Donkey Races!
July 19, 2018 Comments Off on Over $8,000 Raised For Make-A-Wish Foundation During Buckeye Classic Donkey Races!
This year, 30 riders participated in a five-heat competition to find out who was the best donkey wrangler/jockey.
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