Last weekend, I made my debut as a barn mom as my daughter made hers as a first-time 13 and under competitor. Today, I’d like to share a few thoughts and mostly my thanks about the experience.
Continue reading …“Having served the performance horse industry for nearly half a century, the All American Quarter Horse Congress presents a tremendous opportunity to showcase the new look and products Tenda® has introduced over the past year, along with the products our customers have relied on for years,” says Tenda Vice President of Sales Eric Wyers. “The OQHA accomplishes an amazing feat each year presenting the largest single-breed horse show in the world. We’re proud to join these esteemed organizations, fellow business partners and talented competitors in supporting the efforts that make this amazing show come together.”
Continue reading …Calling all AjPHA and APHA members, regional clubs and supporters! Help support the 2020 AjPHA Youth World Games by donating themed baskets to be raffled off at the 2019 APHA World Championship Show.
Continue reading …“In all honesty, my goals have changed from last year to this year. I was focused on winning last year. This year, I take nothing for granted. I’m just happy to be here and participate. It really has humbled me. Don’t get me wrong, I’m a strong competitor! It’s just that I appreciate it more now.”
Continue reading …On November 7-10, 2019, North America’s premiere equine exposition and equestrian gathering returns to the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Join featured clinicians Chris Cox, Dan James, Julie Goodnight, Steve Lantvit and Jason Irwin, plus dozens more, for four exciting days of everything equine, from educational clinics to equine adoption fairs, endless shopping opportunities, thrilling competitions and so much more.
Continue reading …A highlight of the event was a chance for youth to ride an American Quarter Horse. This year, the Foundation facilitated 200 rides, which gave many youth the opportunity to ride a Quarter Horse for the first time.
Continue reading …McGrath comes to Carolina with over 30 years of experience within the equine industry. McGrath not only runs her own business, Jennifer McGrath Performance Horses (since 2008), but has also been heavily involved with both the Texas Quarter Horse Association and the Tennessee Quarter Horse Association.
Continue reading …Thanks to Rosslyn Biggs, who shared this adorable shot of her daughter, Spencer Biggs, receiving her fourth place ribbon in Leadline Showmanship at the POA National Congress in Tulsa, OK. Spencer is four years old and had waited for five days while her big sister and other friends kept bringing back trophies and ribbons from their classes.
Continue reading …“The tradition of Bullet and the Spirit Rider embodies the OSU spirit and what it means to be a Cowboy. The Spirit Rider is a visual testament of the traditions, history, and heart of the cowboy: loyal and true. Everybody looks forward to when Bullet runs out on the field. It’s an honor to be a part of the Spirit Rider tradition.”
Continue reading …The upcoming AQHA Youth World Show is on tap to be the largest in the event’s history, according to AQHA. There is a total of 3,660 entries that will compete at the show this year, which is a 180 entry increase over 2018.
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