Memory Lane Monday: Blazing Hot, 1992-2019
March 23, 2026 Comments Off on Memory Lane Monday: Blazing Hot, 1992-2019
By Erica Greathouse Click here to read the complete article 122 – July/August 2019 The story of Blazing Hot, one of the most legendary sires in AQHA history, is one that started long before the flashy, bay colt entered the world. In fact, it’s hard to deny the presence of God’s hand in […]
Continue reading …Training Topic: Leg Yields And Side Passes
March 23, 2026 Comments Off on Training Topic: Leg Yields And Side Passes
While to the casual observer leg yields and side passes may appear similar, their intent, energy, and execution differ–and those differences matter. But successfully completing either movement begins long before a pattern calls for it. Proper training, body control, and clear communication are essential to producing lateral movement that is both correct and credit-earning.
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“In the cookies of life, sisters are the chocolate chips.”—Unknown. Pictured are the Lesak sisters, Hayden & Lennon, on full Lazy Loper sisters…Definitely Lopin & Sunshine Ona Dreamer, at the 2026 Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo! Thank you to Jennise Richardson-Lesak for the wonderful photo and congrats to both Hayden and Lennon! If you have a […]
Continue reading …Around the Rings: 2026 OPHC & SWWPHC Spring Fling
March 22, 2026 Comments Off on Around the Rings: 2026 OPHC & SWWPHC Spring Fling
The co-hosted Oregon Paint Horse Club & Southwest Washington Paint Horse Club Spring Fling held at Oregon Horse Center March 20-22, 2026, in Eugene, Oregon, was proudly sponsored by The Equine Chronicle, Gran Moraine Winery, and Kathy’s Show Equipment. Judges Kevin E Hood, Garth A Gooding, Sonnesa Gooding, and Nancie Wright offered their expertise for APHA and […]
Continue reading …EC Foal Photo of the Day: Meet Turtle!
March 22, 2026 Comments Off on EC Foal Photo of the Day: Meet Turtle!
This incredible colt named Turtle is by Too Sleepy to Zip and out of multiple Congress Champion mare Made By J, and owned by Candice Hall and Cory Seebach. “When Anthony Leier sent us the pic of our new colt yesterday morning we said THAT’s NOT OUR BABY! He was not what we expected!” laughs Candice. […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day: Allison Holman & Re Oh
March 21, 2026 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day: Allison Holman & Re Oh
Pictured: Allison Holman & Re Oh, a 3 yo gelding by Solaris. “Allison was showing Re Oh his trophy he won- they were Grand Champion AQHA youth gelding at the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo!” says APHA Professional Horseman Corina T Holman. If you have a great photo of the day, please email it to: Delores.Kuhlwein@EquineChronicle.com.
Continue reading …Behind The Clipboard: Seasoned Judges Share Insights From The Center Of The Pen
March 21, 2026 Comments Off on Behind The Clipboard: Seasoned Judges Share Insights From The Center Of The Pen
It’s that time of year when newly carded judges are named – an announcement that should be accompanied by a celebration, as the path to get there is not for the faint of heart, and the responsibility of holding a card is not one that is taken lightly.
Continue reading …More Around the Rings: 2026 Cactus Reining Classic
March 20, 2026 Comments Off on More Around the Rings: 2026 Cactus Reining Classic
The Cactus Reining Classic is underway at WestWorld of Scottsdale! Established in 2005 at Westworld, the show has become one of NRHA’s top 10 annual events. View the show schedule and watch the livestream: https://brumleyevents.com/cactus-reining-classic/ The first EC two candid photos galleries can be viewed at the following links: https://www.equinechronicle.com/around-the-rings-2026-cactus-reining-classic/ More Around the […]
Continue reading …Sumac GunnaBeFlashy: Challenging the Status Quo
March 19, 2026 Comments Off on Sumac GunnaBeFlashy: Challenging the Status Quo
By Delores Kuhlwein As Ranch events became firmly established as mainstays of competition, Sumac GunnaBeFlashy stood out as an exemplar of the discipline. Now he’s setting the tone for versatility in an era of specialization, breaking down the stereotype of the ranch horse as a step down from reining. The ranch horse that’s won […]
Continue reading …What’s On Your Horse Show Packing List?
March 19, 2026 Comments Off on What’s On Your Horse Show Packing List?
Pros share their must-have’s when they’re on the road to the majors. When we are hitting the road with your show horses, there’s often a lingering doubt on our minds – “What am I forgetting?” Just in time for exhibitors packing for the NSBA World Show, the AQHYA World Show, The Championship […]
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