NRHA Pros Head to 2026 IEA Western Regional Finals
Thursday, February 19, 2026 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is proud to announce a new collaborative program with Member/Alliance Partner, National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) and the NRHA Professionals Committee beginning in the Spring of 2026. In an effort to bring more awareness of the reining industry to IEA youth riders and the general public, a variety of […]
NRHA Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence in 2026 & NRHA Futurity Marks a 60th Anniversary as NRHA Honors Legacy, Growth, and Future
February 20, 2026 Comments Off on NRHA Celebrates 60 Years of Excellence in 2026 & NRHA Futurity Marks a 60th Anniversary as NRHA Honors Legacy, Growth, and Future
February 19, 2026 by NRHA In 2026, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) proudly celebrates a major milestone: 60 years of advancing the sport of reining worldwide. Adding to the significance of the year, the prestigious NRHA Futurity®, one of the most influential events in the Western performance horse industry, also commemorates its 60th anniversary, […]
Continue reading …Paul Garrett tapped for 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award
February 19, 2026 Comments Off on Paul Garrett tapped for 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Passionate Paint promoter Paul Garrett of Ashland, Missouri, is the 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award winner. He will be honored June 25, 2026, as part of the APHA Hall of Fame & Awards Ceremony in Fort Worth, Texas. Involved with APHA since the 1980s, Paul is invested in helping improve […]
Continue reading …New Classes Added at 2026 Orange Blossom Classic & A Sudden Impulse
February 18, 2026 Comments Off on New Classes Added at 2026 Orange Blossom Classic & A Sudden Impulse
If you haven’t noticed, An Equine Production has added a few classes to the Orange Blossom Classic & A Sudden Impulse: ♦Open & Non-Pro Color Hunter Under Saddle ♦Non-Pro 4-Year-Old Western Pleasure ♦Open & Non-Pro Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Western Pleasure Check out the updated showbills at A Sudden Impulse — An Equine […]
Continue reading …NSBA Announces Additional New Judges
February 16, 2026 Comments Off on NSBA Announces Additional New Judges
National Snaffle Bit Association is pleased to congratulate the newest NSBA International approved judges: Andrea Momesso Oderzo (TV), Italy Anna-Alisa Samse Hannover, Germany Christina Otterbach Heckenbach, Germany Elodie Mangeot-Reed Mittersheim, France Martina Sonzogno Venelia – Mestre, Italy To be considered for an NSBA judges card, potential judges must complete and submit an application by October […]
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The National Snaffle Bit Association Foundation, in partnership with 4-Star Trailers, invites everyone to grab their camera (or phone) to show off their horse in a special photo contest that will benefit the Susan Scott Memorial Scholarship and Youth of the Year Award. The overall winner of the contest will receive a 2026 4-Star Trailer! […]
Continue reading …PHBA Convention Updates: Hotel Block Extended + Youth Board Applications Open
February 13, 2026 Comments Off on PHBA Convention Updates: Hotel Block Extended + Youth Board Applications Open
The PHBA Convention is right around the corner, we have a few important updates and reminders for our membership. Hotel Block Extended to February 16th Great news: the PHBA Convention hotel block has been extended through February 16, 2026. If you haven’t booked your room yet, now is the time to lock in the PHBA […]
Continue reading …Second-half Paynt Points Payouts for 2025 are Heading Out
February 12, 2026 Comments Off on Second-half Paynt Points Payouts for 2025 are Heading Out
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Paynt Points payouts for 2025 points earned in the second half of the year are heading out to exhibitors in mid-February. Once again, the fledgling program exceeded expectations with payouts of $11.35 per point. Funds are distributed to owners of horses that earned APHA points in Youth, Amateur, Novice and Walk-Trot […]
Continue reading …A Life Well Lived: AQHA Hall of Fame Member Ken Mumy
February 12, 2026 Comments Off on A Life Well Lived: AQHA Hall of Fame Member Ken Mumy
The AQHA past president and hall of famer has passed away. From AQHA, February 11, 2026: AQHA has learned of the death of past president and American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Ken Mumy. Our prayers are with all who knew and loved him. Below is his Hall of Fame biography. We will update this […]
Continue reading …AzQHA & AzRCHA 2025 Year-End Awards Celebration
February 11, 2026 Comments Off on AzQHA & AzRCHA 2025 Year-End Awards Celebration
Year-end banquets abounded this month, celebrating the hard work and success of horsemen across the U.S., and joining that list was the 2025 Year-end Awards Banquet for the Arizona Quarter Horse Association and the Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association on February 7, 2026. The welcoming atmosphere and smoothly running shows produced by both associations were […]
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