Niamh Sexton, Author at Quarter Horse News

Fernando Salgado & Xtra Wimp It Good * Photo by Waltenberry

Reining Events

Fernando Salgado marks a career-high score to win NARS Open Derby

“It was a run that looked as good as it felt; I’ve never marked a 231.5. It was an amazing feeling, and I’m excited to give him [Xtra Wimp It Good] some vacation time," said Salgado.

Futurity Season '23

Inferno Thirty Five and Andrea Fappani capture The Invitational Open Futurity Championship

With the mind of a six-year-old gelding rather than a three-year-old stallion, Inferno Thirty Five and Andrea Fappani claimed the Level 4 Open Invitational Futurity Championship with a 225 score.

Reining News

Madison Rafacz and Stop Like Voodoo mark a 145.5 to win the TRFAM Youth Championship

16-year-old Florida native Madison Rafacz claimed the first The Run For A Million (TRFAM) Youth Reining Championship on August 19 at the South Point Arena and Equestrian Center.

Reining Events

Lexi Lacoste claims TRFAM Rookie Championship with an unforgettable 222.5

During the draw party, it was clear to Lacoste and her family that her late father was present at South Point Arena. Drawing his lucky number 22 for the rookie championship, Lacoste knew she wouldn’t be showing Bond alone.

Current News

Minnesota Pro Rodeo Hosts Reined Cow Horse Exhibition

Events MN is commonly known for its creative entertainment, from skijoring to bull soccer. The Pro Rodeo drew about 3000 spectators over the weekend. With ambition for growth, they included a reined cow horse exhibition at the 2023 Waconia Pro Rodeo as additional entertainment.

Industry News

Diamond Fire near Major Horse Training Facilities

A brush fire developed in North Scottsdale, Arizona near 130th St. and Rio Verde Drive on Tuesday, June 27, and erupted with wind speeds exceeding ten miles per hour according […]

Reined Cow Horse Events

Nick Dowers and Cabanna Boy Secure Open Derby Championship with two class-high scores

Million Dollar Rider and Snaffle Bit Futurity Champion Nick Dowers and Cabanna Boy (WR This Cats Smart x Shining Madonna x Shining Spark) make the gelding’s first National Reined Cow […]

Reined Cow Horse Events

Shadd Parkinson pilots Whose Tuff to Super Spectacular Championship

As a National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) World’s Greatest Horseman competitor Shadd Parkinson is no stranger to the pressure in the four-event realm, claiming victory in the 2023 NRCHA […]

Reined Cow Horse Events

5 Point Lead puts Abbie Phillips and Purdy Talker on Top

For the team, this derby championship had a special place in Abby's heart. Phillips and Purdy Talker have been a dynamic duo since the mare's 2-year-old year leading into their $20,000 Non-Pro Co-Reserve Championship at the 2022 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity. After some tough luck at the Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes, Phillips looked forward to showcasing their style and talent at the Derby.

Reined Cow Horse Events

Randy Paul secures slot in The Run For A Million Cow Horse Event aboard CD Highlights

With only one remaining qualifier class dictating the roster for The Run For a Million Cow Horse Event, the $2 Million EquiStat rider and CD Highlights secured their performance slot at the iconic South Point Hotel and Casino, in Las Vegas, August 16-19.