L1 Champion of Champions 2026 AQHYA World Qualifiers
July 10, 2026 Comments Off on L1 Champion of Champions 2026 AQHYA World Qualifiers
Congratulations to the Level 1 Champions of Champions qualifiers for the AQHYA World Championship Show! View the full list here: 2026 Level 1 CoC Qualifiers
Continue reading …Recognize Outstanding Women in the Quarter Horse Industry
July 10, 2026 Comments Off on Recognize Outstanding Women in the Quarter Horse Industry
Wrangler Women of Influence nominations open July 15. The American Quarter Horse Association and Wrangler open nominations for the 2027 Wrangler Women of Influence class on July 15. Nominations will be accepted through August 22. Presented by The American Quarter Horse Journal, the Wrangler Women of Influence award recognizes six women within AQHA and the American […]
Continue reading …Five Inducted into 2026 APHA Hall of Fame
July 9, 2026 Comments Off on Five Inducted into 2026 APHA Hall of Fame
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Five distinguished horsemen and Paint Horses were inducted into the APHA Hall of Fame on June 25, 2026, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the American Paint Horse Association. The 2026 APHA Hall of Fame class includes: Viggo & Annette Mortensen—Paint breeders, exhibitors and leaders from Denmark […]
Continue reading …IEA Announces New Ride for Rayas Grant to Expand Access to Equestrian Competition for New York Hunt Seat Riders
July 8, 2026 Comments Off on IEA Announces New Ride for Rayas Grant to Expand Access to Equestrian Competition for New York Hunt Seat Riders
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 (Columbus, Ohio) – The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is proud to announce the launch of the Ride for Rayas Grant, a new financial assistance opportunity for Hunt Seat riders competing in New York’s IEA Zone 2. The grant was made possible through a generous donation from the family of Rayas Angelina Niccolini Greenlee, along with […]
Continue reading …2026 NSBA World Show Stall Verification Report Now Available
July 7, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 NSBA World Show Stall Verification Report Now Available
The 2026 NSBA World Show Stall Verification Report is now available online. Please take a moment to review your agent name and stall count to ensure everything is correct. Review the report: Stalls – National Snaffle Bit Association Need to make a change? Contact the NSBA office at stalls@nsba.com with any changes by […]
Continue reading …2026 AQHYA World Show Entry Proofing List
July 7, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 AQHYA World Show Entry Proofing List
The entry proofing list is now available for review for the 2026 AQHYA World Championship Show! A91ks5hid_yj5fla_k6c.tmp.pdf If you need additional tack stalls, reach out to your youth advisor. Entry changes or corrections are due to worldshow@aqha.org by 5 PM CT on Friday, July 10. Book stalls for non-competing horses: 2026 Youth World […]
Continue reading …Pete Kyle Named AQHA Director of Officials
July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Pete Kyle Named AQHA Director of Officials
Experienced horseman and former AQHA leader returns as director of officials. The American Quarter Horse Association is pleased to welcome Pete Kyle back to AQHA as its new director of officials. Kyle returns to the Association with decades of experience as a professional horseman, business owner and industry leader. His extensive background in horse shows, judging and event […]
Continue reading …Stall Reservations Open for September’s Action-Packed Week at WEC-Ocala
July 7, 2026 Comments Off on Stall Reservations Open for September’s Action-Packed Week at WEC-Ocala
Don’t get left behind! Stall reservations are now open for one of the biggest weeks of competition at WEC – Ocala. This September, The Championship Show, the APHA Zone 9 Fall Cash Classic, and The Spotted Cash Classic Appaloosa Show will come together for an action-packed week featuring more than $1 million in prize money […]
Continue reading …2026 Youth Futurity Project Inspires Next Gen Horsemen
July 6, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 Youth Futurity Project Inspires Next Gen Horsemen
Article by Jordan Mueller, PHJ News: In the AjPHA Youth Futurity Project, participants train their horses and document the process, culminating with a three-part competition at the APHA World Championship Show. This program encourages Youth to engage with horse training and gain a better understanding of equine development. The program offers three age divisions—yearling, 2-year-old and […]
Continue reading …Game-Changing Partnership Opens New Doors for Texas Youth Competing at AQHA Events
July 6, 2026 Comments Off on Game-Changing Partnership Opens New Doors for Texas Youth Competing at AQHA Events
New initiative provides a pathway for requesting excused school absences for eligible students competing at AQHA-approved events. From AQHA: The American Quarter Horse Association and Texas 4-H are proud to announce a groundbreaking partnership designed to support youth exhibitors pursuing educational and competitive opportunities through the American Quarter Horse industry. Through this collaboration, Texas youth […]
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