The National Snaffle Bit Association has announced that it has become the newest affiliate of the Youth Equestrian Development Association (YEDA). “NSBA is excited to be a part of the Youth Equestrian Development Association. NSBA shared YEDA’s mission to provide an equestrian riding program for youth riders. We look forward to working together to grow […]
The American Quarter Horse Youth Association World Championship Show is Aug. 1-10 at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City and features the world’s top youth riders and their American Quarter Horses. If you received a qualifier packet in the mail, please review this additional information before submitting your entries to your youth adviser. The qualifier […]
The American Quarter Horse Association has announced the appointment of John Lutz of Amarillo as the Association’s new chief revenue officer, sales and business development. Lutz begins his role with the Association on June 3. As the AQHA chief revenue officer, sales and business development, Lutz will be responsible for the development, execution and management […]
The American Quarter Horse Association, South Point Arena and Equestrian Center and state veterinarian of Nevada have collectively decided to postpone the AQHA West Level 1 Championships scheduled for April 17-20 in Las Vegas. “The No. 1 priority of AQHA is to protect the welfare of the horse,” said Craig Huffhines, AQHA executive vice president. […]
The American Quarter Horse Association has released the AQHA Standing Committee Agendas for the 2019 AQHA Convention, which is March 8-11 at the Omni Fort Worth Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas. Even though the deadline to submit rule-change proposals for the 2019 convention was December 31, 2018, your input is encouraged and taken into consideration when decisions are […]
APHA and the Breeders Halter Futurity are renewing the successful partnership between the APHA World Championship Show and the premier halter competition for a fourth year.A total of $20,000 will be available in 2019 for Paint Horses competing at both the APHA World Championship Show and the Breeders Halter Futurity. The additional bonus money will […]
The tentative schedule for the 2019 AQHYA World Championship Show is now available online at www.aqha.com/youthworld. This year’s schedule offers a more exhibitor friendly format with all-around classes grouped together towards the beginning of the show and cattle classes grouped together at the end. The Ford Youth World is Aug. 1-10 at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City […]
BRTSendingMyRegards is the 52nd Open Supreme Champion in the history of the American Quarter Horse Association. The horse is owned by Tim Meyer of Sylvan Grove, Kansas. The title requires a horse to have raced and achieved a speed index of at least 90 on two occasions, earn at least 40 points in halter and […]
A prestigious list of judges is set for the 2018 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show. The American Quarter Horse Association is excited to announce the judges for the 2018 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show. “The Lucas Oil World is one of the most prestigious events in the equine industry,” said Patti Carter, AQHA senior […]
Do you know a PHBA Youth National Director wanting to become a part of the Youth Executive Board? The Youth Board of National Directors shall elect at their annual meeting from the PHBA Youth National Directors the following officers: President-Elect, two (2) Vice-Presidents, a Secretary, Treasurer and Reporter. Additionally, the President will appoint three (3) […]
Adequan® Select World competitors in performance halter classes are not subject to rule change in 2018; however, rule changes will go into effect for 2019 shows. On December 31, 2017, the American Quarter Horse Association announced amendments to AQHA performance halter rules pertaining to the 2018 Lucas Oil AQHA World Championship Show, and on April 27, 2018, AQHA […]
APHA welcomes 11 newly carded judges for 2018; they were approved for certification following a thorough, invitation-only 2018 APHA Judge Applicant Exam. The U.S. testing took place May 21–22 in Denton/Pilot Point, Texas. Testing consisted of a written/clip test and video judging, live judging, and applicant interviews with the 2018 APHA Judges Committee. 2018 Additions […]
