AQHA Seeking Director of International Activities to Take the Reins
March 24, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Seeking Director of International Activities to Take the Reins
AQHA Publicity As the largest equine breed registry in the world, the American Quarter Horse Association does business in more than 130 countries, serving roughly 31,000 members and 440,000 registered American Quarter Horses. The director of international activities will be responsible for serving this important sector, which equates to nearly 15% of the Association’s business. […]
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NSBA News Did you know there are 61 million adults in the United States currently living with a disability? Attending the NSBA World Championship Show does not just afford Equestrians With Disabilities and Heroes On Horses riders the opportunity to compete on a level playing field, but also to grow and experience a community of […]
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Overall entries increased by 43% between 2020 and 2021 as the industry continued to recover from the effects of the pandemic. AQHA would like to recognize the top shows in 2021, determined by total entries divided by total show numbers.
Continue reading …AQHA Professionals of the Year Announced- Erickson, Tidwell, Jeane
March 23, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Professionals of the Year Announced- Erickson, Tidwell, Jeane
AQHA Publicity The American Quarter Horse Association is proud to announce the 2021 Nutrena Don Burt AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year, Nutrena AQHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year and Most Valuable Professional award winners. Jerry Erickson The 2021 Nutrena Don Burt AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year is Jerry Erickson of Whitesboro, Texas. Erickson […]
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“The AQHYA leadership team is already hard at work planning a fun, engaging and impactful Youth Excellence Seminar slated for this summer,” said AQHYA President Steve Wheat. “I am excited for this year’s leadership workshops; our keynote speaker, Courtenay DeHoff; and the ’80s-theme dance! YES has always had a lasting impression on me, and I look forward to the new memories and friendships that will be made this year. See you all in Amarillo!”
Continue reading …Nearly $400,000 Paid Out to APHA Breeders’ Trust Earners for 2021
March 21, 2022 Comments Off on Nearly $400,000 Paid Out to APHA Breeders’ Trust Earners for 2021
Checks have been mailed to participating owners, nominators and subscribers for their horses’ 2021 Breeders’ Trust payout earnings—payouts were issued and mailed March 18, with a per-point value of $8.36. That’s the highest per-point value since 2013, with the exception of the 2020 anomaly due to COVID cancellations. More than $394,000 in total payouts were realized in 2021.
Continue reading …AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program Celebrates 10 Years
March 19, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program Celebrates 10 Years
AQHYA members, ages 13 and older, are matched with an American Quarter Horse from an AQHA Ranching Heritage Breeder and record their monthly progress; participate in webinars; complete monthly management assignments; track goals; engage in mentoring sessions with local AQHA Professional Horsemen; and create videos of themselves with their horse completing various assignments. Following completion of the program, a select number of scholarships and prizes are awarded.
Continue reading …Chrome Cash Adds Money to APHA Reiners
March 18, 2022 Comments Off on Chrome Cash Adds Money to APHA Reiners
APHA kicked off its 2022 Chrome Cash reining rundown with the Florida Reining Classic February 21-27 in Jacksonville, Florida, paying out $1,500 in added money exclusively to Paint reiners.
Continue reading …AjPHA Leaders Take the Reins For 2022
March 17, 2022 Comments Off on AjPHA Leaders Take the Reins For 2022
Youth members representing 24 U.S. states and two other countries stepped up to serve AjPHA and the Paint Horse community for 2022-2023 as newly elected national directors. These young leaders help represent and lead AjPHA members on a local level for their state, province or country.
Continue reading …AQHA Bylaw and Registration Changes
March 17, 2022 Comments Off on AQHA Bylaw and Registration Changes
Per the Association’s bylaws, the board of directors has the final authority when it comes to AQHA’s bylaws and rules of registration. The approved changes to bylaws and rules of registration go into effect immediately. Rule-change recommendations from all of the other standing committees were reviewed and approved by the board of directors. Those recommendations go to the AQHA Executive Committee for review, modification and/or approval at its April meeting.
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