NCHA Lauches Challenger Shows

The National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) has launched the Challenger Series, a new format of weekend shows aimed at giving weekend cutters a fun and affordable entryway to the sport. Challenger Shows will complement the existing NCHA Championship Shows, with lower cost and more flexibility for show producers.

Brazos Bash

The Brazos Bash will run from Sept. 21-Oct. 2 in Weatherford, Texas. It will feature a full schedule of limited-age event classes. For complete coverage of the Brazos Bash, subscribe […]
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NWSS Announces New Youth Scholarship Program

NWSS NoDatesblack-1 copyThe NWSS introduced a new youth scholarship program that is based on youth involvement with horses.The National Western Stock Show (NWSS), in partnership with the National Western Scholarship Trust (NWST), is pleased to launch our new youth equestrian scholarship program, the Youth Equestrian Showcase (YES).

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NRHA Adds Money to Adequan NAAC

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The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) announced that its board of directors has approved the allocation of additional money to the Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship classes held in conjunction with the NRHA Futurity. This motion allowed an additional $15,000 to be added to the $26,400 already paid out across the 16 classes.

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Free Safe Fall Grazing Webinar Scheduled

01-mares-foals-deep-grassThe webinar, to be held Sept. 21, will help you learn how to let your horse safely graze fall grasses. • QHN File PhotoSpring grazing gets all the buzz. But did you know that fall grass can be just as dangerous as its springtime counterpart?

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Ichis My Choice Earns Mercuria Open Title

IchisMyChoice GSetnickaIchis My Choice & Equi-Stat Elite $2 Million Rider Grant SetnickaIchis My Choice has been wildly successful in her career so far, and she added another title to her résumé while at the El Rancho Futurity. She and Equi-Stat Elite $2 Million Rider Grant Setnicka were the final draw in the Mercuria/National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) World Series of Cutting Open finals and they did not disappoint. They marked a 229 and claimed the Championship.

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Bobs Smart Badger Wins El Rancho Futurity Open

BobsSmartBadger RWestfallBobs Smart Badger & Russ WestfallTwenty-one horse-and-rider combinations took to the arena at the Murieta Equestrian Center for the El Rancho Futurity Open finals last night, and the excitement didn’t end until the last horse had left the working area. Equi-Stat Elite $2 Million Rider Russ Westfall had two horses back-to-back in the second set – Bobs Smart Badger and Medal For Honor.
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National Equine Veterinarian Week Kicks Off Sept. 18

xray hoof7SmartPak, Henry Schein Animal Health and the Northeast Association of Equine Practitioners (NEAEP) have partnered to launch National Equine Veterinarian Week™. This special week of recognition will be held Sept. 18-24 to show appreciation for the hard-working “horse docs” who keep our horses happy and healthy.

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NRHA Professional of the Year Nominations Due Nov. 1

NRHAProfessionalsIt’s that time of year again – time to nominate your favorite National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Professional. Each year, the NRHA awards and honors five individuals who exemplify excellence in the reining community. The five categories for NRHA Professional of the Year are: NRHA Professional Horseman of the Year; NRHA Professional Horsewoman of the Year; NRHA Professional Non Pro Coach of the Year; NRHA Professional Youth Coach of the Year; and NRHA Professional Up-And-Coming Trainer of the Year.