Results and Around the Ring Photos- Arizona Fall Championship
September 28, 2021 Comments Off on Results and Around the Ring Photos- Arizona Fall Championship
By: Brittany Bevis The Arizona Fall Championship recently took place September 22-26 at West World in Scottsdale, AZ. Judges for the show were Tracy Willis, Butch Campbell, Mark Russell, Buddy Fisher, Casey Devitt, Lisa Ligon, Robert Johnson, Dave Belson, Andy Paul, Michele Pearson, Christina Riley, and Linde Von Koeding. In addition to a full slate of […]
Continue reading …Best Food Options at Horse Shows
September 28, 2021 Comments Off on Best Food Options at Horse Shows
Besides earning a prestigious win and spending quality time with their horses, family, and friends, there’s another sought-after experience exhibitors look forward to when showing–the food! Most competitors have favorite restaurants, beloved food vendors, and traditional post-win celebratory spots at each horse show they attend.
Continue reading …What’s Your Chain Preference For Showmanship?
September 27, 2021 Comments Off on What’s Your Chain Preference For Showmanship?
“To me, determining chain length has always been like choosing the right bit. You wouldn’t pick a bit just for style if your horse didn’t respond well to it! Find what works best for the horse and own it.”
Continue reading …Power Couple – Scott Weiss and Erin Bradshaw
September 26, 2021 Comments Off on Power Couple – Scott Weiss and Erin Bradshaw
Horse trainer. Top-notch amateur exhibitor. Reality television stars. Soon-to-be parents. Those are just a few words to describe Scott Weiss and Erin Bradshaw Weiss, a horse industry power couple with a story worth telling.
Continue reading …Create What You Can’t Have- Equine Inventor Cat Guenther
September 24, 2021 Comments Off on Create What You Can’t Have- Equine Inventor Cat Guenther
Cat explains that the design process of creating an invention takes the most time. “When you buy a product off the internet, or at a store, it doesn’t usually cross your mind what goes into the design formation for that item. I started drawing out the very basic ideas for WrapStar in a notebook in my room.”
Continue reading …Headley Quarter Horses Offers Extra Incentive For Ranch Riding Competitors
September 24, 2021 Comments Off on Headley Quarter Horses Offers Extra Incentive For Ranch Riding Competitors
Ranch Riding exhibitors who show at both the Congress and AQHA World Shows this year are vying for an extra incentive thanks to the support and generosity of Steve and Kathy Headley. The incentive is multi-faceted; a competitor must show at both shows – two of the Headley family’s favorite shows to attend – to be in the running for winnings additional to those already offered at those shows.
Continue reading …Results and Around the Ring Photos- The American Royal
September 23, 2021 Comments Off on Results and Around the Ring Photos- The American Royal
By: Brittany Bevis The American Royal is host to six different equine events: The Royal Showcase, a Cutting show, a Hunter/Jumper show, a UPHA National Championship, an Arabian show, and an AQHA show. The Quarter Horse show is always a favorite among competitors in the Midwest due to the opportunity to snag AQHA, NSBA, and MoQHA […]
Continue reading …19 Horses to Compete in Pleasure Versatility Challenge at AQHA World- Check Out the Lineup!
September 22, 2021 Comments Off on 19 Horses to Compete in Pleasure Versatility Challenge at AQHA World- Check Out the Lineup!
The most exciting portion of the event will take place during each transition period, because horses and riders must stay in the arena. The 5-minute countdown clock, combined with the assistance of two grooms and a wheelbarrow full of equipment, has led to hilarity and hijinks in the past! Judges will be sequestered and no placings will be announced until the conclusion of the event.
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Hall of Fame basketball player Bill Bradley once said, “Becoming number one is easier than remaining number one.” I think anyone who has ever reached the pinnacle of sports, industry, or any other competitive venture they find themselves thrust into agrees. Competition is about winning or losing. It’s about trying to take something others desire.
Continue reading …Results Recap From 2021 Breeders Halter Futurity
September 21, 2021 Comments Off on Results Recap From 2021 Breeders Halter Futurity
The Grand Champion Open Stallion was Electrifyed and Jason Smith for Jim and Georgia Snow. This horse was bred by Robert Friest. The Reserve Champion Stallion was Evincing and Tom Robertson for Julie Behrens. This horse was bred by Scott Trahan.
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