NSBA Foundation Photo Contest
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! […]
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 […]
Continue reading …Applaud the 2025 APHA Year-End Champions
February 11, 2026 Comments Off on Applaud the 2025 APHA Year-End Champions
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: A year of competition, dedication, and hard work has come to a close, and we’re excited to honor our 2025 APHA year-end champions for their accomplishments. Congratulations to our division Top 20 winners, top rookies of the year, high-point ranch horses, and Six PAC Top Five champs below, along with […]
Continue reading …An Historical Move to OKC Stockyards for ApHC Headquarters
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on An Historical Move to OKC Stockyards for ApHC Headquarters
By Leslie Woolery, ApHC Interior Designer: We are thrilled to share an update on the progress of our new ApHC Headquarters. We are settling into the legendary Oklahoma City Stockyards established in 1910, a location deep in western heritage. There is so much history in that area, just as there is in our club, which […]
Continue reading …Euro Summit Returns for Fifth Edition with Inaugural NSBA International European Championship
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on Euro Summit Returns for Fifth Edition with Inaugural NSBA International European Championship
For Immediate Release — Kronenberg, The Netherlands April 26 to May 2, 2026 The Euro Summit returns in 2026 for its fifth edition and will once again bring together Western performance enthusiasts from across Europe and beyond. A major highlight of this year’s event is the addition of the Inaugural NSBA International European Championship, organized in […]
Continue reading …Five Join the 2026 APHA Hall of Fame
February 10, 2026 Comments Off on Five Join the 2026 APHA Hall of Fame
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: The 2026 APHA Hall of Fame class includes two notable couples and three outstanding Paint Horses. They will be honored June 25, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas, as part of the APHA Hall of Fame & Awards Celebration. Viggo & Annette Mortensen—Dedicated Paint breeders since 1988, Viggo and […]
Continue reading …2026 Sun Circuit Pattern Books Online for Purchase
February 9, 2026 Comments Off on 2026 Sun Circuit Pattern Books Online for Purchase
The 2026 Pattern Book is now on line for purchase. GET YOURS TODAY: https://www.suncircuit.com/shop/2026-sun-circuit-patterns/ Sales benefit the AZQHA Youth organization. Includes patterns for Showmanship, Horsemanship, Equitation, Versatility English , Western Versatility Western, Non Pro Ranch Horsemanship, National Championships, Ranch Trail, and Walk/Trot Ranch Riding.
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