Two main events were on the schedule for this evening at the 2014 All American Quarter Horse Congress. First up was the Junior Hunter Under Saddle with 72 horses.
Continue reading …Moses describes the mare as a good mover with a great topline, deep hock, and plenty of eye-appeal. However, when it comes to describing how he feels about winning his first Congress Championship title, Moses finds that a bit harder to put into words.
Continue reading …“I told Susan, when I watch him and he looks really soft and really good, sometimes I just can’t believe I really own a horse like that.”
Continue reading …Three lovely ladies found themselves at the top of the leaderboard following this afternoon’s Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes class at the 2014 Quarter Horse Congress.
Continue reading …You’ve purchased your dream horse, and your show clothing is impeccable. You’re ready to hit the ring! Not so fast… what about that saddle? Have you ever stopped to consider all of the important factors that come into play when purchasing a saddle? These include not only your budget, but also current trends, sizing for the rider and horse, and resale potential. Some might say that a show saddle is the second most important purchase, next to your partner in the ring.
Continue reading …This win is somewhat bittersweet for Shepherd because she was hoping to share it with one of her friends, a fellow driving enthusiast, the late Kathy Clements Hunt. Hunt was killed in a tragic car accident last year on her way home from the 2013 AQHA World Championship Show.
Continue reading …“When you feel that little extra loft in the cart, it’s just kind of a kick. It’s like riding a good one or changing leads on a good one.”
Continue reading …“To have that on pattern #2 is a really big score, but I also knew I was ninth to go and there were some 60 other horses. I had other horses and there were a lot of really good horses left to go, so I had to wait it out.”
Continue reading …When asked to describe the 10-year-old, seemingly ageless gelding, trainer Joe Engle uses phrases like “a freak of nature” and “one-of-a-kind.”
Continue reading …“Chester has got a huge step, and he’s very laid back as well. He’s mellow and has a good mind for it. Even being so green at the event, he’s pretty cooperative.”
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