EC Blog: Owning Horses Can Stink by Tara Venable
March 30, 2026 Comments Off on EC Blog: Owning Horses Can Stink by Tara Venable
By Tara Venable This is a true story, and I would like to formally apologize in advance for making you read it… Sunday was one of those perfect days. Sunny. 70 degrees. The kind of weather where you think, Ah yes, today I shall be productive and feel good about it. Naturally, I decided it […]
Continue reading …Memory Lane Monday: Legendary AQHA Stallion Artful Move, 1986-2017
March 30, 2026 Comments Off on Memory Lane Monday: Legendary AQHA Stallion Artful Move, 1986-2017
In recognition of the horses who shaped our industry, we are honoring those horses for Memory Lane Mondays. Below, we share the beautiful tribute by Kara Jo (Cecil) Wietrzykowski for Artful Move, the sire, grandsire, and great grandsire of multiple World, Reserve World, and Congress Champions. A Love Affair By: Kara Jo (Cecil) Wietrzykowski From the very […]
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Fifteen-year-old Simone West of Oak Grove, Missouri, exemplifies the very best of the up-and-coming generation of horsemen.
Continue reading …My Life Between The Reins · World Premiere, Hollywood, CA
March 27, 2026 Comments Off on My Life Between The Reins · World Premiere, Hollywood, CA
Filmmaker Marilyn Swick’s documentary, My Life Between the Reins, has been making the film festival rounds, winning awards, and captivating audiences with the story of Paige Baylis, a determined equestrian who doesn’t let cerebral palsy slow her down. Paige is well-known to many on the AQHA show circuit for her indomitable fortitude and infectious positivity. Without her hero-mom, Susie, who has been at her side all the time, and is a fixture at the shows, Paige would not be where she is today.
Continue reading …Taylor Searles Leaves Collegiate Coaching Behind To Return To Her Roots
March 25, 2026 Comments Off on Taylor Searles Leaves Collegiate Coaching Behind To Return To Her Roots
TS is in Her Reinvention Era. And while it probably won’t include catchy tunes and poetic lyrics, you can be sure there’ll be plenty of sparkly outfits.
Continue reading …Memory Lane Monday: Blazing Hot, 1992-2019
March 23, 2026 Comments Off on Memory Lane Monday: Blazing Hot, 1992-2019
By Erica Greathouse Click here to read the complete article 122 – July/August 2019 The story of Blazing Hot, one of the most legendary sires in AQHA history, is one that started long before the flashy, bay colt entered the world. In fact, it’s hard to deny the presence of God’s hand in […]
Continue reading …Training Topic: Leg Yields And Side Passes
March 23, 2026 Comments Off on Training Topic: Leg Yields And Side Passes
While to the casual observer leg yields and side passes may appear similar, their intent, energy, and execution differ–and those differences matter. But successfully completing either movement begins long before a pattern calls for it. Proper training, body control, and clear communication are essential to producing lateral movement that is both correct and credit-earning.
Continue reading …Behind The Clipboard: Seasoned Judges Share Insights From The Center Of The Pen
March 21, 2026 Comments Off on Behind The Clipboard: Seasoned Judges Share Insights From The Center Of The Pen
It’s that time of year when newly carded judges are named – an announcement that should be accompanied by a celebration, as the path to get there is not for the faint of heart, and the responsibility of holding a card is not one that is taken lightly.
Continue reading …Sumac GunnaBeFlashy: Challenging the Status Quo
March 19, 2026 Comments Off on Sumac GunnaBeFlashy: Challenging the Status Quo
By Delores Kuhlwein As Ranch events became firmly established as mainstays of competition, Sumac GunnaBeFlashy stood out as an exemplar of the discipline. Now he’s setting the tone for versatility in an era of specialization, breaking down the stereotype of the ranch horse as a step down from reining. The ranch horse that’s won […]
Continue reading …What’s On Your Horse Show Packing List?
March 19, 2026 Comments Off on What’s On Your Horse Show Packing List?
Pros share their must-have’s when they’re on the road to the majors. When we are hitting the road with your show horses, there’s often a lingering doubt on our minds – “What am I forgetting?” Just in time for exhibitors packing for the NSBA World Show, the AQHYA World Show, The Championship […]
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