Jamie Howard Wins 2026 President-Elect Title
June 5, 2025 Comments Off on Jamie Howard Wins 2026 President-Elect Title
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: The APHA Board of Directors elected Jamie Howard as their next president-elect on May 30, 2025. The president-elect is selected from and elected by the existing members on the APHA Board of Directors. Jamie will take the reins as president-elect in March 2026 and take office as president in 2027. […]
Continue reading …Genuine Billy Cook Saddles to Provide Quality Trophy Saddles to Ranch Horse Competitors
June 3, 2025 Comments Off on Genuine Billy Cook Saddles to Provide Quality Trophy Saddles to Ranch Horse Competitors
The American Quarter Horse Association welcomes Genuine Billy Cook Saddles to its premier group of sponsors. From AQHA: The American Quarter Horse Association is proud to welcome Genuine Billy Cook Saddles to the AQHA Show Sponsor family. Billy Cook Saddles provides unique hand-crafted western saddles and tack to horse enthusiasts across the nation. Built on […]
Continue reading …Entries Are Open for the 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show!
June 2, 2025 Comments Off on Entries Are Open for the 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show!
Entries are open for the 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show! Join AQHA at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City August 1-10! aqha.com/youthworld ??????? ???? ????????? ????? ??????? ?? ?????: aqha.com/youth-affiliate-advisers ???? ?????????? ???? ???????????, ????????? ????????? ?????: aqha.com/youth-world/resources ???! ????? ????? ??????????? ????? ????: Level 3 World Champions: $5,000 Level 3 […]
Continue reading …AQHA Hosted Successful AQHA Level 1 Championship Shows
June 2, 2025 Comments Off on AQHA Hosted Successful AQHA Level 1 Championship Shows
AQHA exhibitors competed for championship titles in April at the AQHA East Level 1 Championships in Wilmington, Ohio, and in May at the AQHA West Level 1 Championships in Las Vegas. Photo credit: Shane Rux Photography. That’s a wrap on two of the three 2025 AQHA Level 1 Championships! AQHA exhibitors competed for championship titles in […]
Continue reading …2025 Upperville Colt & Horse Show Presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™ Returns for 172nd Year June 2-8
May 30, 2025 Comments Off on 2025 Upperville Colt & Horse Show Presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™ Returns for 172nd Year June 2-8
More than 1,200 horse and rider pairs will compete in the nation’s oldest horse show in Upperville, Virginia. WHAT: The 2025 Upperville Colt & Horse Show presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN™ is the oldest horse show in the U.S. and will celebrate its 172nd year this June 2-8. Parking and general admission are free. More than 1,200 horse and rider pairs will […]
Continue reading …Save the Date: The AQHA Ranch Horse Classic Returns to the World Show November 7
May 30, 2025 Comments Off on Save the Date: The AQHA Ranch Horse Classic Returns to the World Show November 7
The second annual event shows off the versatility and tradition of the American Quarter Horse in true ranch horse fashion. From AQHA: The American Quarter Horse Association is proud to host the second annual AQHA Ranch Horse Classic, presented by Platinum Performance, during the 2025 AQHA World Championship Show, on November 7 in the Performance […]
Continue reading …Free Classes on Tap for 2025 APHA National Shows
May 29, 2025 Comments Off on Free Classes on Tap for 2025 APHA National Shows
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: Thanks to the generosity of Mars Equestrian and Kimes Ranch, select Youth Walk-Trot and Novice Youth entries (two per exhibitor) are free at the 2025 APHA National Shows. The 2025 APHA Eastern National Championship Show takes place August 21–24 at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. The 2025 APHA […]
Continue reading …2025 AQHYA World Championship Show Qualifier Lists Are Live
May 28, 2025 Comments Off on 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show Qualifier Lists Are Live
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Continue reading …New Veteran & EWD Opportunities at the 2025 APHA World Show
May 28, 2025 Comments Off on New Veteran & EWD Opportunities at the 2025 APHA World Show
By Jessica Hein, PHJ News: The 2025 APHA World Championship Show is expanding this year to include new veteran and EWD—equestrians with disabilities—opportunities. The event features the Two Ravens Foundation Veterans Slide on June 25, Heroes on Horses parade and competition on July 3, and two all-breed equestrians with disabilities competition classes on July 3. […]
Continue reading …The Future of the Industry – Youth Equestrian Development Association
May 27, 2025 Comments Off on The Future of the Industry – Youth Equestrian Development Association
The Youth Equestrian Development Association (YEDA) promotes western, catch-draw style riding, giving youth in grades 4–12 (and young alumni) the chance to compete without owning a horse. Riders showcase their skills in both rail and pattern work, with divisions named after gemstones, from beginner to advanced levels. The Sapphire division includes ranch riding, while Diamond […]
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