Big Money Paid in Trail and Hunter Under Saddle Mid-Week at The Madness
May 7, 2026 Comments Off on Big Money Paid in Trail and Hunter Under Saddle Mid-Week at The Madness
From NSBA at The Madness 2026: The checks were big and the competition was stiff mid-week at the Madness AQHA and NSBA circuit at Wilmington, Ohio, when the show awarded payouts for the Level 1 Junior Trail, Junior Trail and various divisions of its Three Year Old and Older Novice Horse Hunter Under Saddle Slot […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings: 2026 Mason Dixon Color Classic
May 7, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings: 2026 Mason Dixon Color Classic
The 2026 Mason Dixon Color Classic, sponsored by the Pennsylvania and Delmarva Paint Horse Clubs, was held May 2-3, 2026, at Grange Park Equine Center in Centre Hall, PA. The APHA and All Breed show that was also a an APHA Chrome Cash show hosted judges Lori Gordon (PA), Clint Fullerton (MO), Lita Perrin (MN), and Dale Sullens (TX). […]
Continue reading …Ranch Trail: Where Practicality Meets Precision
May 7, 2026 Comments Off on Ranch Trail: Where Practicality Meets Precision
Blending authentic ranch work with show pen polish, Ranch Trail has become one of the fastest-growing western classes. Judges and top exhibitors explain the obstacles, strategy, and horsemanship behind standout performances.
Continue reading …Around the Rings: 2026 Iowa QHA Mayflower State Show
May 6, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings: 2026 Iowa QHA Mayflower State Show
April 30-May 3, 2026, marked the dates for this year’s Iowa Quarter Horse Association Mayflower State Show at Jacobson Exhibition Center at Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa. The show offered 4 AQHA and 2 NSBA Judges: Sissy Anderson, Jonathan Meilleur, Jimmy Daurio, and Nancy Alto-Renfro. Congratulations to the High Point and Reserve High Point winners: […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings: 2026 Iowa Pinto Horse Association Spring Fling
May 6, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings: 2026 Iowa Pinto Horse Association Spring Fling
The Iowa Pinto Horse Association just wrapped up their 2026 Spring Fling at Iowa Equestrian Center in Cedar Rapids. The May 1-3 show hosted judges Deb Jarvis, Sandra Curl (NSBA), Dee Dee Douglas (NSBA), Cindy Chilton-Moore (NSBA). Thank you to Ten-R Photography for the wonderful photos! ????? ?????? ?????? ??? ???? ??? ?????? ????? ??? ????! https://10rphoto.pixieset.com/ipsf526candids/ […]
Continue reading …Approaching Age 95, Duane Van Horn Marks 85 Wins & 18 Circuit Championships
May 6, 2026 Comments Off on Approaching Age 95, Duane Van Horn Marks 85 Wins & 18 Circuit Championships
On the cusp of turning age 95 this May (on May 25th to be exact), Duane Van Horn of Cedar Rapids is still setting milestones in the saddle. “Since I started showing again after losing my dear wife Beverly, five years ago I’ve had 85 wins, 18 circuit championships, and 7 IQHA championships at almost […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Hope is Like the Sun
May 6, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Hope is Like the Sun
“Hope is like the sun, which, as we journey toward it, casts the shadow of our burden behind us.” –Samuel Smiles. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …TQHA Lucky Seven Classic Delivers Record Growth, Standout Competition, and National Visibility
May 5, 2026 Comments Off on TQHA Lucky Seven Classic Delivers Record Growth, Standout Competition, and National Visibility
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 5, 2026 TQHA Lucky Seven Classic Delivers Record Growth, Standout Competition, and National Visibility Murfreesboro, Tenn. — The Tennessee Quarter Horse Association (TQHA) welcomed exhibitors from across the country to the 2026 Lucky Seven Classic, delivering a week defined by strong competition, meaningful payouts, and continued momentum across the American Quarter Horse […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Bitten by the Horse Bug
May 5, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Bitten by the Horse Bug
Slater just might have been bitten by the horse bug, especially after taking a spin on multiple Congress and World Champion Certainly Flatlined, aka “Perfect Peter,” at Starnes Quarter Horses this spring! He’s being led by his proud grandparents, Shane and Kenna. “Love this picture with our grandson!” says Kenna. If you have a great photo of […]
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If you’ve attended an APHA or AQHA World Show any time over the past decade, you’ve probably heard these lyrics from I Did It My Way by Frank Sinatra playing over the loudspeaker during Halter classes. Why? It’s Bob Cassata’s favorite song, and somehow he has convinced the announcers to play it every time he wins. And Bob wins a lot. So, everyone is pretty familiar with this particular tune by Ol’ Blue Eyes.
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