Martz, Dobbs, and Huston Crowned First World Champions at 2016 AQHYA World Show
August 5, 2016 Comments Off on Martz, Dobbs, and Huston Crowned First World Champions at 2016 AQHYA World Show
This pair competes under the guidance of Ted Turner, which was evident from the bright orange tie that peeked out from Cooper’s show jacket. “You have to represent!” Cooper says. “You’ve got to wear some orange, somewhere.”
Continue reading …In Loving Memory of AQHA Stallion Zippos Sheik (1992-2016)
August 4, 2016 Comments Off on In Loving Memory of AQHA Stallion Zippos Sheik (1992-2016)
Zippos Sheik, a red sorrel stallion, foaled on April 3, 1992, was sired by Zippo Pine Bar and out of Sheik’s Cover. He sired 436 foals among which were a number of outstanding pleasure horses such as My Body’s Sheik, Genuine Sheik, Step Out With Sheik, Jet Set Sheik, Sheiks Miss Jazmitaz, Mr Smooth Sheik, Hanks A Skip N Zippo, and Taylor Made Sheik. Upon his death, his foals had lifetime earnings of $370,000.
Continue reading …How I Prepare for Showmanship With 2015 AQHYA World Champion Sydney Scheckel
August 4, 2016 Comments Off on How I Prepare for Showmanship With 2015 AQHYA World Champion Sydney Scheckel
“I practiced every day. I would just make laps around the arena practicing my endurance and run, with or without a horse. You have to be in good shape. It’s important that you have endurance, so you don’t lose your breath while showing.”
Continue reading …How I Prepare For Horsemanship With 2015 AQHYA World Champion Harley Huff
August 3, 2016 Comments Off on How I Prepare For Horsemanship With 2015 AQHYA World Champion Harley Huff
“You have to really want it and go for it. I was always told that it’s better to go out there and ask a lot out of your horse and possibly have a big mistake than to be too conservative and not stand out to the judges.”
Continue reading …Inaugural EMO Western States Championships Was a Huge Hit With Exhibitors!
August 2, 2016 Comments Off on Inaugural EMO Western States Championships Was a Huge Hit With Exhibitors!
Exhibitors came from many states west of the Mississippi to attend this championship show. Gold, silver and bronze ARC Championship horse trophies were awarded to first, second, and third place winners. Top ten winners received spectacular ribbons in an award ceremony compete with a red carpet.
Continue reading …How I Prepare For Hunter Under Saddle With 2015 AQHYA World Champion Jenna Jacobs
August 2, 2016 Comments Off on How I Prepare For Hunter Under Saddle With 2015 AQHYA World Champion Jenna Jacobs
Stay tuned to EquineChronicle.com each day leading up to the Youth World for interviews with last year’s World Champions as they share tips on how they prepare physically and mentally for their respective disciplines, specific exercises they use to hone their skills, and their top three tips for those hoping to win a golden globe this year.
Continue reading …First Time at the Paint Congress, First Time with a New Horse, First Time as a Classic Amateur!
August 1, 2016 Comments Off on First Time at the Paint Congress, First Time with a New Horse, First Time as a Classic Amateur!
This past week has been full of firsts for me. I attended the World Wide Paint Horse Congress for my first time; showed my mare, RR In The Spotlight, aka “Puffy,” for the first time; and it was all during my first outing as a classic amateur! So, why not add in another first! My first blog for The Equine Chronicle!
Continue reading …2016 AQHA Youth World Show Countdown… 1,096 Horses, 761 Exhibitors Expected
July 29, 2016 Comments Off on 2016 AQHA Youth World Show Countdown… 1,096 Horses, 761 Exhibitors Expected
Like in the past, the class with the most entries is Youth Horsemanship with 167, followed by Showmanship with 148, and Trail with 135. Ranch Riding makes an impressive showing as the fourth largest class with 128 entries. Hunt Seat Equitation wraps up the top five with 122 entries.
Continue reading …Around the Rings at 2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress- Day 1
July 28, 2016 Comments Off on Around the Rings at 2016 World Wide Paint Horse Congress- Day 1
Thanks to bar H Photography for candids from the World Wide Paint Horse Congress that’s currently underway at the Built Ford Tough Livestock Complex in Tulsa, OK. The show kicked off yesterday, July 27th, and will continue through Sunday, July 31st. The WWPHC was the second largest APHA show in 2015, how big will it […]
Continue reading …PCQHA Summer Celebration Circuit Brings Top Exhibitors From All Over California
July 27, 2016 Comments Off on PCQHA Summer Celebration Circuit Brings Top Exhibitors From All Over California
Although the weather was warm, a record number of exhibitors enjoyed a full slate of Quarter Horse classes for Cutting, Working Cowhorse, Reining, English and Western Rail, plus Trail classes. Exhibitors vied for the coveted circuit awards, which included Custom Director’s Chairs and Silverado Silver Buckles in sponsored classes, plus many other cool prizes.
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