2018 AZ Sun Circuit Shows Record Growth
May 10, 2018 Comments Off on 2018 AZ Sun Circuit Shows Record Growth
When Sun Circuit debuted its March dates last year, the show was the largest it had ever been. Now, that record has been smashed once again. The 2018 Sun Circuit celebrated its 45th anniversary surpassing last year’s stellar numbers by 10%. Over 19,000 class entries encompassed everything from Jumping to Roping and included a range of exhibitors from Level 1 to World Champions. In addition to AQHA classes, the show hosted NSBA, NRHA, Versatility Ranch Horse and AllBreed and Color Breed classes.
Continue reading …It’s Teacher…er…Trainer Appreciation Week!
May 10, 2018 Comments Off on It’s Teacher…er…Trainer Appreciation Week!
“Out of all the advice my trainer has given me, one definitely worth keeping is that nothing will come easy in your life. I have understood this through practice.”
Continue reading …Jet Thompson – Soaring to New Heights
May 9, 2018 Comments Off on Jet Thompson – Soaring to New Heights
Jet Thompson is into his third decade as a leading trainer and competitor, and he’s still going strong. His modest, soft-spoken demeanor belies the fact that he is a powerhouse in the industry.
Continue reading …Little 7 Kicks Off Lucky Seven Week- Click Here For Photos and Results
May 9, 2018 Comments Off on Little 7 Kicks Off Lucky Seven Week- Click Here For Photos and Results
The way things are looking, organizers may have to rename the Little 7 that recently took place May 4-6 in Murfreesboro, TN. The Little 7, the precursor to the Lucky 7, had such great attendance that show management is very optimistic about the main portion of the show that kicks off today and will continue through May 13th.
Continue reading …Little River Circuit Making a Move in 2018- New Location Helps Children In Need
May 8, 2018 Comments Off on Little River Circuit Making a Move in 2018- New Location Helps Children In Need
At the facility, kids learn to grow and harvest vegetables, greenhouse plants, and harvest pecans, which are then sold in the B&GH’s Country Store. Also, there is a Horsemanship program available for kids who want to learn about caring for horses, and there are weekly trail rides.
Continue reading …Around the Ring Photos and Results- 2018 AQHA L1 Championship East
May 7, 2018 Comments Off on Around the Ring Photos and Results- 2018 AQHA L1 Championship East
Special thanks to Alexandria Bryner and Lisa Scott Reiss for sharing some fun candid photos from around the rings at the AQHA L1 Championship East that took place over the weekend in Wilmington, Ohio. If you’d like to share photos from a horse show near you, email B.Bevis@EquineChronicle.com. Click here to view complete results from […]
Continue reading …Chester and Anne Prince’s “Salty” Mare Wins $350,000 La Troienne Stakes on KY Derby Weekend!
May 4, 2018 Comments Off on Chester and Anne Prince’s “Salty” Mare Wins $350,000 La Troienne Stakes on KY Derby Weekend!
She is owned by Gary Barber, Baccari Racing Stable, LLC, and Chester and Anne Prince, and trained by Mark Casse. She was bred and raised by Prince Farms, LLC. and Seclusive Farm, LLC. Chester and Anne still own the filly’s dam and several of her siblings.
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When looking for areas in which to cut expenses, don’t do it at the expense of the judges. High quality judges bring people to shows. Other cuts can be forgiven in the presence of prestigious judges.
Continue reading …Simons Show Horses Comments on Closing Breeding Portion of Business With Complete Dispersal
May 3, 2018 Comments Off on Simons Show Horses Comments on Closing Breeding Portion of Business With Complete Dispersal
“I’m proud to have raised my family on the backs of these horses, overcome the loss of my husband, and made a wonderful life in this business. I want my kids to be able to continue the foundation that Lynn and I established.”
Continue reading …The Equine Chronicle Brings FUN to 2018 Tom Powers Futurity With Bumper Ball Race, Hot Pepper Eating Contest, and More!
May 2, 2018 Comments Off on The Equine Chronicle Brings FUN to 2018 Tom Powers Futurity With Bumper Ball Race, Hot Pepper Eating Contest, and More!
On Wednesday, after the conclusion of the last Futurity class, a few brave souls will be invited to try their skills in giant, inflatable bumper balls for The Equine Chronicle Bumper Ball Race. Three adults and four children will compete for the title of the Ultimate Bumper Ball Champion. Word is that the bumper balls have just arrived and Mr. Powers plans to test them out, himself…
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