Inaugural Pleasure Versatility Challenge Coming to 2018 AQHA World Show
August 14, 2018 Comments Off on Inaugural Pleasure Versatility Challenge Coming to 2018 AQHA World Show
Horses will be shown sequentially in three classes: Versatility pattern, which counts 40 percent; western pleasure, which counts 40 percent; and conformation, which counts 20 percent. Horses must show in all three classes.
Continue reading …Olivia Eagles Finds Light at the End of the Tunnel
August 14, 2018 Comments Off on Olivia Eagles Finds Light at the End of the Tunnel
After suffering the death of her father and her horse in the same week, there is light at the end of the tunnel for this APHA Youth exhibitor.
Continue reading …Clay Arrington – The Next Generation is in Good Hands
August 13, 2018 Comments Off on Clay Arrington – The Next Generation is in Good Hands
This is all I’ve ever wanted, says Justin Clay Arrington, with easy confidence. Growing up in a family of Quarter Horse breeders and trainers, Clay is enthralled with every aspect of the business.
Continue reading …3 Reserves and Finally a World Championship for Laura Rankin in Equitation at AQHA Youth World
August 10, 2018 Comments Off on 3 Reserves and Finally a World Championship for Laura Rankin in Equitation at AQHA Youth World
Today’s Equitation Finals pattern had everything but the kitchen sink. First off, riders rode with no stirrups. There were extended trots, extended canters, two lead changes, and a two track section with plenty of maneuvering. While it might seem daunting to some competitors, Laura felt ready.
Continue reading …Returning Champions, Olivia Tordoff and Too Blazin Cool, Win AQHA Youth World Hunter Under Saddle
August 10, 2018 Comments Off on Returning Champions, Olivia Tordoff and Too Blazin Cool, Win AQHA Youth World Hunter Under Saddle
“I think there is a lot more horse in there that we haven’t tapped into yet. He really loves changing leads.”
Continue reading …Katelyn Schultz and Dance Somemore Win AQHA Youth World L2 Hunter Under Saddle, Their Third Golden Trophy
August 10, 2018 Comments Off on Katelyn Schultz and Dance Somemore Win AQHA Youth World L2 Hunter Under Saddle, Their Third Golden Trophy
“I have no depth perception, which is a challenge for Over Fence classes. I was born without it. The way I get it done is with a really good horse and really good trainers.”
Continue reading …Around the Rings- 2018 AQHA Youth World- 8/8-8/9
August 10, 2018 Comments Off on Around the Rings- 2018 AQHA Youth World- 8/8-8/9
Click here for more great photos from around the rings at the AQHA Youth World Show.
Continue reading …How a $20 Horse Helped Leah Anderson Win Two AQHA Youth World Trophies
August 10, 2018 Comments Off on How a $20 Horse Helped Leah Anderson Win Two AQHA Youth World Trophies
“It’s been really fun. Instead of buying a finished horse, we’ve been able to build one.”
Continue reading …Brody Galyean and Cool Poco Dot Win First World Championship in L2 Western Pleasure
August 10, 2018 Comments Off on Brody Galyean and Cool Poco Dot Win First World Championship in L2 Western Pleasure
“She will take you around the pen, and there is not much fight to her. It’s smooth sailing most of the time.”
Continue reading …Taylor Searles and Hereicomagain Win AQHA Youth World 14-18 Western Pleasure AND Western Riding
August 9, 2018 Comments Off on Taylor Searles and Hereicomagain Win AQHA Youth World 14-18 Western Pleasure AND Western Riding
Taylor Searles and Hereicomagain epitomized the definition of a true all-around Quarter Horse this morning at the AQHA Youth World Show by winning BOTH the 14-18 Western Pleasure and 14-18 Western Riding in back-to-back fashion.
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