Six Join APHA Judges List
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News Six new APHA judges joined the association’s list of approved officials for 2023. Approved applicants tested at an APHA Judge’s Exam. The test consists of a written rulebook test, video penalty clip test, judging test and applicant interviews with the 2023 Judge Advisory Committee. Congratulations to: Tammy Braham Thompson, Ohio […]
Be Pushable – An EC Blog By Jessica Strott Be pushable. If you are an athlete, or heck, even someone with any kind of goal, be pushable. As a trainer, coachability and humility are two of my favorite traits a student can possess. Pair those with work ethic, and you have an unbeatable mixture for […]
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By Becky Newell, AQHA Journal You’d think that heading off to his first year of college at Texas Christian University, where he is majoring in finance with a minor in political science, and participating on the school’s football team would have given Grant Mastin plenty to say grace over in 2022-23. But he had another […]
Continue reading …Even More Around the Rings Photos from The Premier – with the G-Man!
May 31, 2023 Comments Off on Even More Around the Rings Photos from The Premier – with the G-Man!
One more set of around the rings photos have come in from Gordon Downey from The Premier in Lexington, Kentucky! “Lexington was awesome and the horsepower was amazing!” says Gordon. “There were happy, healthy horses as far as the eye could see, and I feel I am taking a little part of the Bluegrass sentiment […]
Continue reading …IEA Western National Finals Returns to Fort Worth
May 31, 2023 Comments Off on IEA Western National Finals Returns to Fort Worth
IEA Tuesday, May 30, 2023 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Western National Finals, presented by the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), will take place for a second time during the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) World Championship Show in Fort Worth, Texas. The APHA World Show will take place June 23 – […]
Continue reading …EC Foal Photo of the Day – This is Wednesday!
May 31, 2023 Comments Off on EC Foal Photo of the Day – This is Wednesday!
This is “Wednesday” by HBF Hot Expectations and out of Invite Only Art Brands. “This filly is owned by Nicole Giumenti and me,” says Rachel Bright. “She is so sweet, beautiful and HUGE! I took my 4 month old out to visit. Can’t start the next generation too early!” Thank you to Rachel for the […]
Continue reading …OTC Sale of Livestock Antibiotics Ends June 11, 2023
May 30, 2023 Comments Off on OTC Sale of Livestock Antibiotics Ends June 11, 2023
Oregon State University Beginning on June 11, 2023, over-the-counter antibiotics will no longer be available through traditional retail channels. Instead, these antibiotics will require a prescription from a veterinarian licensed in the state where the animals are housed. Why is this happening? To ensure continued effective antibiotic use in humans and animals, the U.S. Food […]
Continue reading …EC Transformation Tuesday – Amanda Bryant
May 30, 2023 Comments Off on EC Transformation Tuesday – Amanda Bryant
This is Amanda Bryant showing in Western Pleasure in 2009 on “Ima Good Machine,” and Ranch Riding in 2023 on “Sister Sour Mash” at the Florida Gold and Gulf Coast Circuit! Thank you to Amanda for the perfect example of a great transformation!
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Happiness is Being a Grandma
May 30, 2023 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Happiness is Being a Grandma
A fun photo of the day for all you horse show grandmas out there! This is new grandma going by “Oma,” AQHA Professional Horsewoman Lynne Puthoff, with grandson Mac Mathis and Sarah Bernatowicz. Thank you to Anna Ritzi for the photo! If you have a great photo of the day, please email Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com
Continue reading …Saddling Up To Be A Government Ally
May 30, 2023 Comments Off on Saddling Up To Be A Government Ally
How you can help protect your beloved industry with good, old fashioned politicking.
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