Congrats NCEA Riders of the Month! Kaylee Mellott/Horsemanship, Taylor Brown/Reining
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on Congrats NCEA Riders of the Month! Kaylee Mellott/Horsemanship, Taylor Brown/Reining
Kaylee- Finished a perfect 4-0 in Horsemanship during the month of September, including three wins against ranked opponents.
Taylor- Posted a 3-0 record in Reining during the month of September, earning three MVP honors.
In Aftermath of Deadly Hurricane Matthew, American Humane Working to Help Animals Displaced by Storm
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on In Aftermath of Deadly Hurricane Matthew, American Humane Working to Help Animals Displaced by Storm
Okatie is one of the hardest hit areas of South Carolina, near Hilton Head Island, which suffered from what the governor called “unprecedented damage.” “The local PAL shelter reached out to us to help them and their community recover from the disaster, and we will do everything in our power to make a difference for the animal victims and their families,” said Randy Collins, national director of animal rescue for American Humane.
Continue reading …The All American Quarter Horse Congress Celebrates 50 Years of Equine Tradition
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on The All American Quarter Horse Congress Celebrates 50 Years of Equine Tradition
An estimated 650,000 total attendees will attend the Congress during October, channeling more than 2.5 million dollars into the Central Ohio market. Of the approximate 18,000 total entries, spanning worldwide, 735 are Ohio residents.
Continue reading …New Product: A Unique Take on the Bell Boot
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on New Product: A Unique Take on the Bell Boot
They have a unique fastener designed to open and close without the need for Velcro. Additionally, it latches at the hoof, not the ankle, meaning fewer rubs. Finally, the boot is made from a high-tear strength polymer that can take the everyday wear and tear that other boots can’t. It is designed to last.
Continue reading …NSBA Riders’ Cup to be Held With Georgia Classic, Nov. 30th-Dec. 4th
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on NSBA Riders’ Cup to be Held With Georgia Classic, Nov. 30th-Dec. 4th
Judges for the Riders’ Cup will be Brett Clark, Rhonda Replogle, and Cindy Rucker.
Continue reading …APHA Mourns Loss of National Directors Lynn Titlow and Linda Lewis
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on APHA Mourns Loss of National Directors Lynn Titlow and Linda Lewis
One evening, after visiting friend and trainer Wendy Vancuren-Simons, Lynn told Travis she bought a horse. Although neither had a permanent job nor a home of their own, they were proud owners of a solid Paint-bred mare, Sabrina Knox.
Continue reading …View 2017 AQHA Level Point Ranges
October 12, 2016 Comments Off on View 2017 AQHA Level Point Ranges
“All points earned by all horses and all exhibitors in all classes at all AQHA shows in the past three years are tabulated to calculate the level point ranges. From there, commonly used statistical measurements – such as means and standard deviations – are applied to point-earning horses and exhibitors,” said Patti Carter, AQHA director of shows and Professional Horsemen. “The result is an objective handicapping system that assigns exhibitors and horses to competition levels.”
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“My advice to everyone is to ride every ride with your horse like it’s your last, because you never know when it will be.”
Continue reading …Behind-the-Scenes at AZ. Fall Championship
October 11, 2016 Comments Off on Behind-the-Scenes at AZ. Fall Championship
Thanks to Becky Ruehle of Ruehle Photographix for some great candids from behind the scenes at the 2016 AZ. Fall Championship that took place over the weekend.
Continue reading …More Photos and Results from 2016 AZ Fall Championship
October 11, 2016 Comments Off on More Photos and Results from 2016 AZ Fall Championship
Click on the links below to view more results and great photos from the 2016 Arizona Fall Championship.
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