There were over 80 youth classes and 157 open and non-pro classes with nearly 2,200 entries shown. From Halter to English to Games, there was no shortage of entertainment for equine enthusiasts who came to experience the 71st National Appaloosa Show & 2018 World Championship Appaloosa Youth Show. Not only were there numerous awards to be received in each class, over 50 specialty awards were presented to those earning exceptional overall standings.

If you’re nominating your halter horse to the amateur or open divisions at the 2018 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show, your second nomination payment is due July 31, 2018. The nomination program is a pilot program for the 2018 AQHA world championship shows*.

Following review and approval from the AQHA Executive Committee, the points required to qualify for the 2019 Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show have been announced.

Attending a camp is a good place to set a foundation, but it’s not a guarantee to becoming a collegiate rider. Sanchez estimates he receives up to 400 videos from prospective student-athletes, but on average the team brings in just 12-13 new riders each year.

“Our sponsors decided to continue their sponsorships and donate to the amateur and open halter classes at the Lucas Oil World over the next three years,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “Steve and Kathy Headley are donating $150,000 and Gary and Linda Gordon are also donating $150,000, while Terry and Tammy Bradshaw have donated $153,000, totaling $453,000 over the next three years!”  

The 2018 Elite Halter Futurity will be held again in conjunction with the All American Quarter Horse Congress this year. The Congress will be held October 2-28 and the schedule is now online. Click here to view. Stallions are still being accepted to enroll for the weanling and yearling foal crop and the cost is […]