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Congratulations to Tim and Amanda Smith on the Purchase of 2YO Stallion KASH MONEY

September 29, 2025 Comments Off

By Delores Kuhlwein The moment I saw you, my heart whispered, ‘that’s the one.’– Unknown. Every horse person dreams of that moment of knowing they’ve found just the right one. That particular instance, when it happened between prominent exhibitor Amanda Smith and Two-Year-Old AQHA stallion KASH MONEY, couldn’t have been more poignant. “Historically, my husband, […]

Madison Rafacz and Whizenboonsmal Win The Equine Chronicle’s Non Pro Ranch Riding Stakes

September 29, 2025 Comments Off

By Sarah Welk Baynum With a partnership spanning nearly a decade and success across multiple disciplines, Madison Rafacz and Whizenboonsmal once again rose to the top, capturing the champion title in the highly competitive Non Pro Ranch Riding Stakes NSBA, presented by The Equine Chronicle. “I got Whizenboonsmal at Congress when he was five, and […]

A New Partnership Shines: Jimmy Daurio and SS Pity Tha Fool’s Special Connection Win the Junior Ranch Riding for Clara Tracy at the Congress

September 29, 2025 Comments Off

By Sarah Welk Baynum No stranger to the excitement of the Quarter Horse Congress show ring, Jimmy Daurio rose to the occasion with an impressive ride in the Junior Ranch Riding. Out of more than 50 talented entries, his flawless connection with SS Pity Tha Fool, owned by Clara Tracy, carried them straight to the […]

Quadruple The Fun

September 29, 2025 Comments Off

“Children do what they live. Then they grow up to live what they’ve learned,” once penned writer Dorothy Nolte. And learning–correctly–is what started four young ladies on a path to the horse show arena. Approximately three years ago, Sherri Johnson McDonald asked Shyanne Smith to teach her grandchildren the proper way to lead, groom, and ride a horse.

Around the Rings – 2025 Iowa QHA Fall Classic & Futurity

September 28, 2025 Comments Off

September 17-21, 2025, marked the dates of the Iowa Quarter Horse Fall Classic & IQHA Breeders’ Futurity, together with the Iowa Ranch Horse Futurity! Exhibitors enjoyed IQHA, AQHA, VRH, NSBA and RHF classes at the event held at Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. Judges were Michael Bednarek, Dolly Chayer, Michael Damianos, Delena Doyle, Buddy Fisher, Gay […]

Excitement Awaits at 2025 Appaloosa World Show

September 28, 2025 Comments Off

This Fall in Fort Worth: A Celebration of the Appaloosa Breed The upcoming 2025 Appaloosa World Show promises to be one of the most memorable events yet, with several new and exciting activities in store for attendees. As Appaloosa enthusiasts from across the country and around the globe gather in Fort Worth this fall, they […]

More Around the Rings with the G-Man – 2025 APHA/WCHA Halter Million

September 27, 2025 Comments Off

The APHA/WCHA Halter Million is underway, September 20-28, 2025, at the Will Rogers Memorial Complex in Fort Worth, Texas. “The APHA/WCHA Halter Million is APHA’s premier competition for halter horses and takes place each fall in Fort Worth, Texas. More than $1 million is paid out at the event each year. A joint venture with the World […]

Around the Rings – 2025 North American Saddle Mule & Donkey Association Nationals

September 27, 2025 Comments Off

Visit the website of the North American Saddle Mule & Donkey Association (NASMDA) and this is what you’ll see on the home page: Serving the Long Ear Lovers with Mule and Donkey Registrations, Shows, a strong emphasis on youth participation and VTP Awards hours on the trails. Amateur Membership includes Novice and Silver Divisions! Competition Points […]

First-Ever Maiden Halter Stakes Comes To The Quarter Horse Congress With A $30,000 Payday

September 27, 2025 Comments Off

Maiden stakes classes are nothing new. Over the past decade, they’ve been popping up just about everywhere–in Western Pleasure, Hunter Under Saddle, and even Ranch Riding. The idea of “maiden” being that it’s the first time a horse has competed in the show pen.

Arizona Fall Championship Exceeds Expectations

September 26, 2025 Comments Off

From AzQHA: The Arizona Fall Championship presented another action packed event at WestWorld of Scottsdale September 17-21. With liberal amounts of added money and a deep prize line across divisions and disciplines, the show lived up to its moniker of The Show For Everyone. That reputation, along with the stellar WestWorld facilities are big factors […]