National Championship Summer Ranking For New Competition at 2019 Sun Circuit
July 26, 2018 Comments Off on National Championship Summer Ranking For New Competition at 2019 Sun Circuit
The Arizona Quarter Horse Association is excited to announce the mid-year rankings for Showmanship, Horsemanship, and Equitation exhibitors in the lead up to the National Championship Tournament being held at Sun Circuit 2019. Each division lists the individuals, who were scored by the committee, as well as those currently leading the pack at this mid-point of the show year. However, there are still plenty of shows to go before the final list is compiled and eligible exhibitors to the Tournament are announced.
Continue reading …Pre-Entry Numbers For 2018 Breeders’ Halter Futurity Show Increase Over Last Year
July 25, 2018 Comments Off on Pre-Entry Numbers For 2018 Breeders’ Halter Futurity Show Increase Over Last Year
Sr Weanling Fillies- 63, Yearling Mares- 39, Sr Weanling Colts- 36, Amateur Sr Weanling Fillies- 32, Jr Weanling Colts- 28, 2-Year-Old Mares- 28
Continue reading …Gordyville Shootout Champions Crowned
July 24, 2018 Comments Off on Gordyville Shootout Champions Crowned
A highlight of the horse show were three $1,000 Shootout classes- Showmanship, Western Pleasure, and Hunter Under Saddle, for which competitors had to qualify. Winning the Western Pleasure Shootout was Karen Boxell with Good Going Danika. The Reserve Champion was Sherri Banta with Touch My Potential. Each of these ladies received custom silver spurs.
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From a hilarious Donkey Race and an adorable 19-entry Leadline class to big checks in NSBA added money Futurities and the inaugural NCEA/YEDA Jr. Medal Horsemanship class, the 2018 Little Buckeye and Buckeye Classic was definitely the #BestBuckeyeYet!
Continue reading …Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Ima Petite Classic
July 21, 2018 Comments Off on Sincerest Condolences Following Passing of Multiple World and Congress Champion, Ima Petite Classic
The Equine Chronicle had the opportunity to interview trainer, Charlie Cole, and owner, Darcy Reeve, numerous times over the years following Kramer’s many wins. Here are a few of our favorite Kramer quotes.
Continue reading …WCHA Announces 2 New Halter Classes Coming to 2018 AQHA World Show
July 20, 2018 Comments Off on WCHA Announces 2 New Halter Classes Coming to 2018 AQHA World Show
“We’ve seen our breeders stop breeding in April and May, because there hasn’t been an incentive to compete with late foals. These classes will provide a lucrative incentive for stallion and mare owners to extend their breeding season and for exhibitors to get those late babies in training. There is a need for junior classes and I feel these World Champion Junior Classes will fill that void.”
Continue reading …Over $8,000 Raised For Make-A-Wish Foundation During Buckeye Classic Donkey Races!
July 19, 2018 Comments Off on Over $8,000 Raised For Make-A-Wish Foundation During Buckeye Classic Donkey Races!
This year, 30 riders participated in a five-heat competition to find out who was the best donkey wrangler/jockey.
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Heza Secret Agent was a horse for the record books. Although this multiple World Champion, 2009 stallion by The Top Secret and out of Just Georgina only produced five foal crops before his untimely passing, his ability to pass on his magnificent conformation, presence, and personality is legendary, and his contributions to the Quarter Horse breed will enhance the Halter world for generations to come.
Continue reading …#BestBuckeyeEver is Underway and Crowning Big Money Champions
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on #BestBuckeyeEver is Underway and Crowning Big Money Champions
The Open Division Champion was Brianna Merklin winning $800. Reserve was Cora Wyers winning $300. In the Rookie Division, Abby Wirick won $800 and Matthew Siefker was Reserve winning $300.
Continue reading …DMSO – So Many Ways To Help Your Horse
July 18, 2018 Comments Off on DMSO – So Many Ways To Help Your Horse
Most trainers and horse owners rely on various types of medications for treating leg injuries and soreness in equine athletes. One favorite “all purpose” product is DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide).
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