EC Photo of the Day – Shining in Arizona
September 21, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Shining in Arizona
The Coplen family made the trip to Arizona Fall Championship from Washington State, and the journey has represented much more than just a horse show. Their horse, Clubbin, aka “Jet,” colicked two shows after they purchased him two years ago as a horse that Brandi Coplen and her daughter, Rylee, could share. Clubbin needed emergency […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – That First NSBA Trophy Feeling
September 20, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – That First NSBA Trophy Feeling
Meet Natalie Regelman aboard Blazing Britney. “She just won her first NSBA $1000 added Non Pro WT Class in Lexington, VA, at The Virginia Paint Horse Club Color Classic Futurity,” explain Cerelena Gray and Jeremy Price, who sent us this joyful photo! Thanks to Ceralena and Jeremy and a huge congrats to Natalie! If you have […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – The Comeback is Stronger Than the Setback
September 19, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – The Comeback is Stronger Than the Setback
“The comeback is stronger than the setback!” says Heather Huber. “This is Reliable Mechanic; he just returned to the showpen for the first time in a year after recovering from an injury. He won The Premier Sires All Ages Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes at the Northwest Emerald just over a week ago.” Congratulations to […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Pure Sweetness
September 18, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Pure Sweetness
“This little leadline rider looked absolutely adorable posing with her show partner. The way she wrapped her arms around his face was the perfect touch — a sweet, classic moment that shows just how special these horses are to their riders, even at a young age. Creating portraits like this is such a joy — […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Family Tradition
September 17, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Family Tradition
“In every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future.” ~Alex Haley. Pictured are Blake and Briggs Britton with Alexis Gooding’s Snazzy Lil Machine, enjoying the highlight of the show, leadline, at the recent MQHA $100K Futurity and Great Lakes Classic. Thank you to Alexis for sharing this incredible image by Ryan […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Olivia Stoudmire and IceForTheChics
September 16, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Olivia Stoudmire and IceForTheChics
“Olivia Stoudmire and ICEFORTHECHICS (known affectionately as “Chic”) were named Reserve World Champions in the Level I Youth 14–18 Ranch Riding at this year’s show,” says Melissa Stoudmire, who explains that “Chic” is well known for his affectionate personality and love of attention. “He’s especially fond of Charlotte, the daughter of trainers Melvin and Elizabeth […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Tinsley, Tito, and Stella – A Love Story
September 15, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Tinsley, Tito, and Stella – A Love Story
Meet Tinsley with her two horses! “Tito and Tinsley are not new to the scene. She showed him as a 2yo in the pee-wee showmanship! She was his “person” as a yearling and it continues on as he’s a 3yo now and she’s 5! He is constantly loving her more than he is the big people,” says […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – When Horses Are Family
September 14, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – When Horses Are Family
“My favorite photo from Youth World! Pure joy and a horse that leans in for kisses. Angus loves hugs and kisses,” says Gretchen Gaible. Pictured are Eleanor Gaible and By Good Rights after winning the L1 Youth 13 & Under Horsemanship at the 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show! They are surrounded, of course, by family! If […]
Continue reading …EC Photo of the Day – Waiting at the Back Gate
September 13, 2025 Comments Off on EC Photo of the Day – Waiting at the Back Gate
“This moment captured is priceless to me,” says Taralyn Krause, mom of Addison Krause, who is pictured with Lance Bryson from Ryan Painter Show Stables, at Addison’s last youth world show. This is the moment Addison and Al Be At The Bar first celebrated winning a Reserve World Championship in Working Hunter Under Saddle at […]
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From Brian Isbell Garcia: This week, our dear friend Charlene suffered a massive stroke. She faces a long road to recovery—at least six weeks in the hospital, followed by a year of physical therapy. Her medical bills are mounting daily. Charlene and Mike have always been incredible friends and mentors to so many of […]
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