The Arabian Horse Times - Vol.52, No.12 - Issue 8

1 HARAS JM Wiezas Diamond ORA … A Polished Family Jewel by Jeff Wallace 31 Cover Story: Hagale Family Arabians—The Show Of A Lifetime by Colleen Scott 40 Alesia ENB: The Beauty Of Predictability by Braden Davidson 98 U.S. Three-Gaited and Five-Gaited Teams Win Gold and Bronze at 2022 Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup 148 2022 Youth Nationals … Roses Found by Beatrice Huang 169 2022 Youth National Leading Exhibitors

2022 Youth National Arabian Horse Foundation Scholarship Winners 174 Canada’s National Arabian Championship … From Vision To Reality 184 The 56th Annual U.S. Nationals—History & Memories Made by Ally Edwards 188 2022 U.S. National Leaders 254 The Magical Weekend Called KEYSTONE 266 2022 APAHA Trainer Challenge Cup Winners

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COMMENTS from the publisher

MEETING THE CHALLENGE

One thing I love about the holiday season is that it’s usually a time when we think about what we can be grateful for. Even if it’s been a rough year, we can look forward to beginning again in January, to finding more joy in the year to come.

As I look back on 2022, here are some of the things that brought me the greatest pleasure—and they all relate to Arabian horses.

My family began the year with a bang. During the Scottsdale show, we held our first Gala and raised funds for two of our favorite charities, the Mayo Clinic and the Arabian Horse Promotional Fund.

In July, we enjoyed the Youth Nationals, which in my opinion is the greatest show our industry has—and not just for the experiences it provides our youth. It never fails to deliver. On a personal basis, this year I was especially proud of my great niece, who raised funds for future scholarships through the Truth or Dare Challenge and by delivering rose lollipops as best wishes to people who were showing and winning.

This past year was notable industry-wide for Canada’s National Arabian Championships, which faced challenges as daunting as it ever had seen. I salute our northern neighbors, who can be very proud of what they accomplished. They came together, met those challenges and put on a show to be proud of.

South of the border, the U.S. Nationals was, as usual, an amazing event. Once again, it welcomed the top competitors in North America and it drew a crowd. Everything felt special, from the horses and horsemanship, to the décor, to the people, to the history the show wrote, and more.

We have so much to be thankful for and I think that’s worth remembering. At the same time, I feel that part of my responsibility as a participant in our industry is to be critical when I believe something needs to be improved, so I also get how easy it is to just go with complaining. The trouble is that complaint, even legitimate and well meant, is the “easy” part. Effecting solutions is the heavy lifting. I think it’s important that we ask ourselves, have we ever volunteered to give back? Have we volunteered to become part of the solutions too? Without people willing to do that, many great things about our industry will not happen. “Giving back” comes in many forms, so we just need to choose the way that fits us best (anything from financial support to the gift of time and effort).

How about we all make a pledge for 2023? Let’s carry the camaraderie and good will of the season into the new year. How about we continue our thoughtful criticism, but refrain from just complaining? Let’s be part of taking this breed forward. Together, we can make a difference.

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by COLLEEN SCOTT

sk any of the Hagales what the highlight was of U.S. Nationals and they are hard pressed to come up with one singular moment. Their first national show flying under their own barn colors was an extraordinary success in the performance arena, where they’ve had a strong presence since returning to the industry some five years ago. And for the first time, they also made a foray into the halter arena on a national level, finding success there as well.

“Overall, we were very pleased and grateful for the results of this show,” says Jim Hagale. “Hagale Family Arabians had great success and we were honored and excited to hear the names of many champions and reserve champions sired by stallions we own. It was a terrific show in every way.”

THE END OF A CAREER

At 16 years old, CSP Hot Dam (Mamage x The Vintage Rose) has had a long and successful career in the Half-Arabian English and Park divisions, amassing multiple national and regional titles for youth, amateur and open riders.

“We had talked about retiring him at Mid-Summer,” recalls Jennifer. “Even at 16, he still really wants to go, so, we decided to show him at U.S. Before I went in the ring for the Half-Arabian Park Horse Championship, Dad and I decided that if he was champion or reserve, we were going to retire him right on the spot, which would also mean I wouldn’t be able to show him the following day in costume. We were Reserve Champions, and he retired right then and there, going out as a highly decorated, well-known and loved park horse by many.”

Jennifer says CSP Hot Dam was special to her for many reasons—his sire is Mamage (who she owned and rode as a youth rider) and the gelding helped her earn her first national title when the family got back into showing.

“He deserves to be retired and enjoy the rest of his years just being a horse,” she says.

A NEW PARTNERSHIP

When Jamie Hagale unexpectedly lost her Half-Arabian Double or Nuttin (Undulata’s Nutcracker x Ingennue) last year, the family was devastated. “Losing him really put a damper on my excitement about showing,” she says.

Little did she know that her next horse would come to her as the result of a trip she wasn’t even on this past summer. “I got a call while I was at the gym. And I ignored it. Then I got a second call. And I ignored it. And by the third call,

SF Aftershoc+ and Chris Wilson

when Jen Wilson, my sister and my mom (Mary Martha) had all called, I thought I better answer the phone.”

The trio happened to be at Stachowski Farms and found Jamie’s next horse, G Eazy (HA Toskcan Sun x Up In The Heir). The flashy chestnut gelding was big and bold, just the way Jamie liked her Half-Arabians. Mary Martha was sold when she first saw him, and told Jen and Jennifer, “That’s him. That’s Jamie’s next horse.” When Jennifer got on for a test ride, she agreed. “There was just something about him and I knew he was the one.”

One last championship ride for Jennifer Hagale and CSP Hot Dam.

Jamie showed Archie (the barn name he was given by Mary Martha) for the first time at the Youth & Mid-Summer National Championships, where the new pair earned a bronze and top ten. Their next outing was U.S. Nationals where they were named Champion in the Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure AAOTR 40-59 class and Reserve Champion in the Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure Maturity.

For both Jamie and Jennifer, this was one of the show’s highlights. “It’s funny, I get more nervous watching my sister show than when I’m showing,” says Jennifer. “I was so excited for Jamie and Archie that I was just shaking.”

Above: G Eazy and Jamie Hagale; and Jennifer, Mary Martha and Jamie (right).

Trainer Chris Wilson was equally excited about the horse’s performance. “They won both of their sections and then topped that off with a championship and reserve. He was just about perfect for every class,” Chris says.

For Jamie, G Eazy has opened the performance gate back up. “He kind of ignited my excitement about showing performance again after losing Double or Nuttin,” she says.

FROM OPEN TO AMATEUR HORSE

When Chris Wilson and Jennifer Hagale were warming up ROL Divine Style (Afire Bey V x IXL Miss Firefly) for his Arabian Park AAOTR Championship class, they were a little apprehensive. “He really just kind

of goes around quietly more like a country horse,” says Jennifer. “Joel Kiesner had told us that he was a different horse when he hits the ring, but we were definitely still anxious because he just wasn’t giving us a nice big trot in the warm-up,” recalls Jennifer. Although unsure about making their debut as an amateur pair, Chris and Jennifer decided to trust what they had been told about the horse’s tendency to become a completely different animal when the gate opened.

And ROL Divine Style, known as Duke to most, did not disappoint. “Once we got in there, he had the feel of a race car,” Jennifer shares. “He was moving forward, tight in the turns and just right up there always giving it everything. He was a blast to ride in that class.”

ROL Divine Style+/ and Jennifer Hagale.

The two claimed the Reserve National Champion title, and everyone celebrated with champagne after the class.

ROL Divine Style was not the only beautiful ride by Jennifer of a significant stallion during the week; just a few days prior she also rode the influential sire and many time open National winner, HA Toskcan Sun (Baske Afire x Matoska), to the Reserve Champion title in the Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 19-49 class.

“It was a thrill to watch Jennifer ride him,” says Jim. “We are so in love with this stallion; he’s absolutely beautiful and has been such a joy to have the last few months. Having him at the show and being able to hear so many of his winning get called out for roses in center ring has been really exciting.”

HA Toskcan Sun and Jennifer Hagale.

A NEW ADVENTURE

While taking their time searching for Jamie’s new performance horse, Jim came up with the idea to explore the in-hand discipline. Jamie was game as it would keep her in the show ring.

The family added Esperranzza (Emerald J x Vesperra) to their group of mares. The bay 5-year-old was already a winner, with prior U.S. National, Scottsdale, Breeder Finals and regional titles.

Having never shown halter, Jamie found her go into the in-hand division a bit foreign at first. “Riding a horse through the gate is less nerve-wracking than running one through the gate,” she says. “Andy Sellman has been amazing and has taught me so much in a short amount of time. He has been very supportive knowing this is all completely new for me.”

The

unanimously.

At U.S. Nationals, they were named Reserve National Champion in the Arabian Mare Breeding AAOTH class.

Other halter wins included a championship title for OFW Alikai (EKS Alihandro

two hit their stride at the Arabian National Breeder Finals in September, winning all three of their classes, two of them

x OFW Praise) in the ABS Yearling

Top to bottom: National Champion OFW Alikai, OFW Vaquero & Jamie Hagale, and Esperranzza & Jamie Hagale.

Photos by Schatzberg

Gelding class with Andy Sellman at the lead. The yearling also captured the Reserve Champion title in the Arabian Yearling Gelding AAOTH with Jamie.

OKW Vaquero (Kanz Al Bidayer x RHR Lovely) was named Reserve Champion in both the Arabian Gelding AAOTH (with Jamie) and the Arabian Junior Gelding 3-5 Year Olds with Andy.

“The energy in the halter arena is really contagious,” says Jamie. “Everybody is so pumped up all of the time.”

Jim concurs. “We are really excited to be part of the halter community,” he says. “This was our first year to compete in that arena and we couldn’t be happier with the camaraderie and excitement. It’s a different kind of thrill to have success in that ring.”

A CHAMPION RETURNS

Always a crowd favorite with an enthusiastic following, the stallion SF Aftershoc (SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance) came out of retirement to carry the flag Wednesday in the halter arena and Friday and Saturday in the performance arena. With nearly 250 foals on the ground, the popular stallion stands at the Hagale’s farm in Rogersville, MO.

Chris Wilson said riding him and carrying the flag was an incredible experience. “I think that horse wanted to show again,” he said. “He hit that gate and was ready to go. On Saturday night, he was feeling especially good, so we went for another lap at the trot. It was amazing.”

“We’re just all really grateful and thankful that it was our first show under the Hagale Family Arabians flag, and we were able to experience tremendous success,” says Jim. “We have an incredible, hard-working team and we look forward to many years ahead.”

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by BRADEN DAVIDSON

Perhaps the greatest lesson any breeder learns or realizes over the years of breeding Arabian horses is that the results of breeding is anything but guaranteed. However, with that said - lining up pedigrees that have proven to be consistent in producing outstanding individuals will always rise to the top. Discovered as a yearling at Sandro Pinha’s Arabians International in Scottsdale, it was no surprise Alesia was as exquisite as she was - it was almost expected, as Rae-Dawn Arabians was no stranger to her pedigree, having incorporated the blood of her dam into their show and breeding program in the past; only this time it was a new sire line being introduced into the formula creating a whole new dimension.

Alesia ENB was generations in the making. Bred by Michael Weinstein’s Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC out of California, Alesia’s pedigree is exceptional and so well thought out. Hailing from an exquisite family of National and International prestige, Alesia’s winning and national champion producing sire Atticus ENB is a son of the great European Bábolna bred El Nabila B, a Brazilian and U.S. National Champion Stallion who has decorated almost every continent where Arabian horses are bred with re nement and strong structure, creating solid foundations for many of the nest breeding programs around the world. Crossing in the ethereal beauty of Om El Benedine, a daughter of Sanadik El Shaklan, and tail female to breed legend Estopa, a mare line descending from internationally acclaimed Om El Arab’s nest mare lines to ever grace the planet, the result is a combination that could not be more electric.

Alesia ENB’s dam, Aliyah Vision PCF, forges together a combination of both beauty and athleticism - herself being a daughter of PCF Vision, himself a son of Marwan Al Shaqab and the spectacular Versace daughter Veronica GA. Through a line to DA Valentino offered by granddam Maria PCF, her pedigree blends in the greats of A re Bey V, Padrons Psyche, and Echo Magnif coo. Of course, this pedigree has brought Rae-Dawn Arabians a tremendous amount of joy and success, such as her older maternal sister, Giana Leah PCF, 2018 Scottsdale Junior Champion Filly, 2018 U.S. National Champion Yearling Filly and 2019 U.S. National Champion Two-Year-Old Filly, who continues to capture admirers the world over and play an important role in the RaeDawn program by making a statement as a world-class breeding mare; while younger brother RD Alidoro dazzled the crowd as this year’s 2022 U.S. National Top Ten Yearling Colt.

Alesia ENB has created a sparkle all her own. As a yearling, she was crowned 2021 Arabian Breeders World Cup Silver Champion Yearling Filly and received the highest score and award for best movement of the show. In April of this year, she acquired the title of 2022 Region 7 Unanimous Champion Two-Year-Old Filly, which brought us to this year’s 2022 U.S. National Championships, where she was masterfully presented by Mr. Alcides Rodrigues, Rae-Dawn Arabians’ resident trainer and manager, to National Champion Two-Year-Old Filly honors. Aside from her big red rose win, Alesia ENB also claimed a top spot in the inaugural Breeding Pays 2-YearOld Filly Futurity with owner Mr. Murray Popplewell.

Just as unique as Alesia ENB is, it is perhaps also the collaboration amongst fellow breeders and lovers of the Arabian horse which is truly what makes her all the more special. One lly representing the lifelong dedication of some of the nest breeding programs in the world, including Om El Arab, PCF Arabians, and Psynergy Enterprise Development; a tremendous group with lots of goodness all the way around with so much to be celebrated.

What’s on the horizon for this beautiful lly? Well, that is yet to be determined. For now, it is rest and relaxation after a very wonderful and ful lling year. 

JOEL KIESNER • ASHTON KIESNER • WYATT BUDD www.KiesnerTraining.com

2022 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE OPEN WITH JOEL KIESNER

2022 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 50 & OVER WITH DIANE FRANKLIN

Multi-Program Nominated Sire For breeding information contact Ashton Kiesner 865-556-0412

2022 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE OPEN WITH JOEL KIESNER 2022 U.S. NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR MATURITY WITH ALEXA COHN

Afires Heir x Ritida | Proudly owned by I Ask LLC

2022 U.S. NATIONAL UNANIMOUS CHAMPION ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 19-49 WITH EMILY SHIPPEE

Afires Heir x Noble Aphroditie Proudly owned by Karlton Jackson & Emily Shippee

2022 U.S. NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 50 & OVER

2022 U.S. NATIONAL TOP TEN HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR JACKPOT WITH DR. JOE KINNARNEY

Afire Bey V x Styling Time Proudly owned by Dr. Joe Kinnarney

2022 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE WITH JOEL KIESNER 2022 U.S. NATIONAL TOP TEN AAOTR MATURITY WITH DR. JOE KINNARNEY

Afires Heir x SA Adriana Proudly owned by Dr. Joe Kinnarney

2022 U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE WITH JOEL KIESNER

2022 U.S. NATIONAL TOP TEN HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 60 & OVER WITH CHRIS GILLHAM

Afires Heir x Coconut Cream Pie Proudly owned by Christina Gillham

PUREBRED ARABIANS

INHEIRITOR — 2016 Chestnut Gelding (Afires Heir x Sweet Summer Fire) This sports car of a show horse is a full sibling to Multi-National Champion Saxton DGL, and has started his career identically. With National garlands in the most competitive English classes, he has plenty more winning to do. If you want a big time-gamer, he’s for you!

NOBLE FASCINATION — 2014 Chestnut Gelding (IXL Noble Express+ x Foxy Afire) Fun and exciting English and Park horse. He is an ideal specialty horse ... Show Hack and Driving.

INCEPTIONAL — 2018 Chestnut Gelding (Inception x Rumina Afire+) This is a top Junior Country horse contender this year, with the perfect paint job and an incredible tall neck. Bred to be a winner for years to come.

DUKES GIRL DA — 2015 Chestnut Mare (ROL Divine Style+/ x Material Girl, by Pension) This forward moving, square Hunter will make a great asset to your show string or breeding program.

RIGHTFULLY SO CA — 2019 Bay Mare (Rightful Heir CA x Noble Rendezvous) Incredibly talented and quality mare. Bay with 4 white socks, she is what everyone wants. She will follow in her famous mom’s footsteps.

SR LAVA — 2016 Bay Gelding (Afires Heir x Pineapple Express) Park/Driving. This dark bay gelding is a proven winner. He is a big and exciting English horse that will continue his winning ways.

CLEMENTINE CA — 2012 Chestnut Mare (Afires Heir x Hope Floats) This beautiful Hunter has also shown side saddle. She is great minded for a first-time rider. Very sound and ready to win.

HEIRS GOLDEN CHARM — 2018 Bay Gelding (Afires Heir x Aphrodite Express) Country. This young, bay gelding is beautiful and full of quality. He is ready to start his career, is great minded and has perfect balance.

HALF-ARABIANS

HEIRS FIRST LOVE — 2018 Bay Mare (Arrowhead’s Unlike Any Other x Heirs Noble Love) This is a beautiful, super quality Country mare. She is ready to start her show career this year in the Jr. Horse division. She will be a standout!

KT MOON PIE — 2018 Bay Gelding (Afires Heir x Coconut Cream Pie) A full brother to 2x National Champion H/A Country Jr Horse KT Besteelemyheart, he is following in his brother’s footsteps. He was U.S. National Top Ten in the H/A English Futurity, is big, great minded and talented.

QH SCARLETT — 2016 Black Mare (QH Serengeti x Style’s Dream On) Scarlett is a fun and exciting English mare, earning 2022 U.S. National Top Ten H/A English and Park Horse Open, and 2021 U.S. National Top Ten H/A English Pleasure Jr. English. She is game and unbelievably talented. She has the look and talent to be the next National Champion English pleasure AOTR Horse. Sweepstakes.

QH SERENA — 2017 Chestnut Mare (QH Serengeti x Style’s Dream On) This beautiful Hunter mare is destined to be a star! As a 4-year-old, she was Region 13 Champion Jr. Country and is loving her new fit as a Hunter. She is tall necked and long legged, perfect for a tall amateur or youth rider. Sweepstakes.

CRACKALACKIN — 2012 Bay Gelding (Undulata’s Nutcracker x VTM Pistachia) A multi-National Top Ten and Regional Champion, “Cracker” has been a consistent and proven winner in the 55 & Over, 19-39 and Open Country divisions. He is ready to be a JOTR horse and the perfect equitation mount. He would be a beautiful Side Saddle and Show Hack horse as well.

NUTTIN COULD BE FINER+ — 2014 Chestnut Gelding (Undulata’s Nutcracker x Adoniis Amber Rose) This TALL and handsome Country horse is perfect for both an open or amateur rider. He’s been National Top Ten several times with a Reserve Championship at Mid Summer Nationals in H/A Country AATR Elite. Sweepstakes. See Videos at www.KiesnerTraining.com | Call Ashton Kiesner at 865.556.0412

Inheiritor

Noble Fascination

Inceptional

QH Scarlett

QH Serena

Crackalackin

CSP DANZE TOTHE MUSIC

Top Ten Arabian Country English Pleasure JOTR 15-18, Saddle Seat Equitation 15-18

Congratulations New Owner Art Bartlett

ALEXANDER DUMOR

Top Ten English Pleasure JTR Elite and JOTR 15-18

Owned by Cedar Ridge Farm

HIS OWNMAN

CRF

Reserve Champion H/A Country English Pleasure Elite JTR

Top Ten UPHA Challenge Cup, Saddle Seat Equitation 15-18 & Country English Pleasure JOTR

Owned by Tara Ames

Trained

by Joel & Ashton Kiesner

Proud Family Lollie, Lara, Tony, Michelle, Larry & Marcia Ames

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tSBF celebrated the 2022 United States Nationals with great pride garnering four National Champion titles, one Reserve National Champion title and 11

In addition, Brian Murch was awarded the APAHA Trainers Challenge Cup that he quickly shared with assistant

trainer, Lance Lewis.

Snap Chat VH

Extraordinarilily

Enrico

Enrico

ENRICO

National Champion Arabian Native Costume Open with Lance Lewis National Champion Arabian Native Costume AAOTR with Lissa Chur

SNAP CHAT VH

National Champion HA Country Driving with Brian Murch National Top Ten HA Country English Pleasure with Lance Lewis

EXTRAORDINARILILY

National Champion Country English Pleasure Futurity with Brian Murch

AFIRES REJOICE+

National Reserve Champion Country Pleasure Driving with Brian Murch National Top Ten Country Pleasure Driving AAOTD with Lori Conway

ETHEREALL FIRE

National Top Ten HA English Show Hack with Lance Lewis

A TRUE TEMPTATION

National Top Ten Arabian English Show Hack with Lance Lewis

PURELY PLATINUM

National Top Ten Country English Pleasure Futurity with Lance Lewis

OHHH YEAH

National Top Ten HA Country English Pleasure Futurity with Lance Lewis

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Ethereall

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Alexis

A Story About

Proudly Owned & Loved by Janna O’Neill

BEST OF MY LOVE+//

VEGAZ RIVER DANCE NA

Owned

by: Janna O’Neill Bred by: Sharon Keating

2018 U.S. National Reserve Champion

Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54

2019 U.S. National Champion Arabian Country Pleasure Driving

2021 Mid Summer National Champion

Arabian Country Pleasure Driving

11X U.S. National Top Ten

10X Regional Champion

5X Scottsdale Champion or Reserve

FAVORITE MEMORY

It would be impossible to choose a favorite memory from my time showing Sugar. e rst time I showed her was in Wendell in Scottsdale. She never dropped an ear the entire class and was a complete joy to ride. Winning that class was just the icing on the cake. is summer we attended Region 13 and she was just as fun to ride that week to two Regional Championships. A perfect ending to our career together. Watching Ryan Strand ride and drive her was equally as thrilling. e two of them winning the Country Pleasure Driving will be etched in my memory forever. Our show career was just part of the bond I share with this horse. As beautiful as she is on the outside, she carries with her a heart of gold. I’m so grateful to have this gorgeous partner, my horse of a lifetime.

RETIREMENT PLANS

Sugar will retire in Bucyrus, KS at Liberty Meadows. She will enjoy the good life, getting turned out to play and be a retired show horse. While she has o spring already on the ground, with any luck she will carry her own foal and enjoy motherhood.

~ Janna

RETIRED REMEMBERED

CP SHENANIGAN+/

ANZA PADRON CP DANCE CARD

Bred by: Cal Poly Pomona Owned by: Kirby Arabians LLC

2022 National Champion

Arabian English Pleasure Jackpot

2021 National Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR

2020 National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Jackpot

2019 Reserve National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Jackpot

2018 Reserve National Champion Arabian Park AAOTR

2017 Unanimous National Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR

2016 National Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR

2015 Reserve National Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR

2014 Unanimous National Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR

2013 Unanimous National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Maturity & AAOTR

2012 Unanimous National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Maturity & AAOTR

2010 National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Futurity

FAVORITE MEMORY

ere are so many, it’s hard to choose! One of my favorites would be our 2013 win in the Arabian English Pleasure Maturity. It was a 19-horse nal and I remember I put a lot of pressure on myself since we had won the year prior. I remember right when the gate opened and I pushed him into the trot, he was locked in and in the zone. He continued to get better as the class went on. We ended up winning the class unanimously!

RETIREMENT PLANS

My plan is to bring him home. e rest of his years will be spent trail riding and living it up in a pasture!

~ Katherine Kirby

RETIRED REMEMBERED

7X NATIONAL CHAMPION | 8X RESERVE NATIONAL CHAMPION PROUDLY OWNED & LOVED BY HAGALE FAMILY ARABIANS | JIM, MARY MARTHA, JENNIFER & JAMIE

CSP HOT DAM+//

CSP HOT DAM+//

MAMAGE THE VINTAGE ROSE

Bred by: Shan Molly Wilson

MAMAGE THE VINTAGE ROSE

Owned by: Hagale Family Arabians

Bred by: Shan Molly Wilson Owned by: Hagale Family Arabians

7x National Champion

8x Reserve National Champion

26x Top Ten English Pleasure, Park, Driving & Native Costume

FAVORITE MEMORY

My relationship with Hot Dam runs deep, being the son of Mamage, who gave me so many exciting moments and National Championships when I was young and just starting to show.

With my return to the show ring after 22 years, I was looking for a heart horse to get me back to the winner’s circle. I rst saw him with Shan trotting around I had never seen anything quite like it. When I got on him, I thought I was going to y over his head! Mom said, “Absolutely not, we are not buying that horse,” but Dad just giggled and said, “Baby, do you want that horse?” We didn’t listen to the voice of reason and bought the horse.

Our rst show in Spring eld, Illinois was a wild ride—pretty much out of control. Mom said I had no business riding that horse, and Dad said that it was the most fun he had ever had losing.

We eventually went on to win Regional and National Championships and Mom ended up putting her foot down that the horse would never be sold—just live out his life as a horse on our farm.

His retirement was not planned as he was not acting his age—he still loved to show, but at his rst championship class at Nationals this year, we decided if he went Champion or Reserve, we would retire him on the green shavings. It was very emotional for all of us as he was announced Reserve National Champion. e die was cast for his retirement ceremony.

RETIREMENT PLANS

Future plans for Hot Dam include enjoying retired life on the farm in Rogersville, Missouri. He’ll be in pasture by day and sleep cozily in his favorite stall at night.

~ Jennifer Hagale Drinnon

RETIRED REMEMBERED

EMPERORS FIRE

AFIRE BEY RITIDA

2022 National Champion

H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 50 & Over

2021 Reserve National Champion

ABS Country English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot

2020 National Champion

ABS Country English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot

2019 Reserve National Champion

ABS Country English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot

2018 Reserve National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 19-39

2017 Reserve National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 19-39

2016 Unanimous National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 19-39

2016 Unanimous National Champion H/A English Pleasure

2015 Reserve National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 19-39

2015 Unanimous National Champion H/A English Pleasure

2014 Unanimous National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR Maturity

2014 Unanimous National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 19-39

2013 National Champion H/A English Pleasure Jr Horse

2013 Unanimous National Champion H/A English Pleasure AAOTR Maturity

2012 Reserve National Champion AEPA $50,000 H/A Saddle Seat Futurity

2011 National Champion H/A English Pleasure Futurity

FAVORITE MEMORY

When I think back, I am reminded of my rst year with Emperors Fire. After my career with his full brother Adams Fire, he had big shoes to ll, but he did so e ortlessly. Emperor and I were never out of the roses as we were named U.S. National Champion our rst year together and every other year we competed.

I also think of the many exciting open classes and work-o s he won with Joel Kiesner, and seeing him win his nal set of roses this year with my mom. I was not able to make his last trip around the Tulsa arena myself due to just having my second baby, but it was a joy to watch him and my mom come together as a team. It was a perfect ending to a storybook career to

have Emperor trot out of the ring one nal time wearing the red roses over his shoulders. But my favorite memory was my nal class on Emperor in 2021. Victor Botha trained Emperor for me that year and Emperor went around the whole class with his ears up, so happy and so light. It felt like we were just oating around the arena. It was one of the softest, best rides I have ever had on him. When picking up our roses, my mom passed my daughter, Opal, up to me for the win photo. at moment just epitomizes who Emperor is—he is a spit re English horse, but with the kindest heart; so kind, that I trusted him completely with my 2-year-old up on his back.

RETIREMENT PLANS

Emperor gets to come home to Rancho Santa Fe, CA, completely sound with many years left in the tank to begin the next chapter of his life. My mom and I will have the time of our lives riding him and his brother, Adam, on the trails together … a couple of fancy trail horses! I can’t wait to spoil him every day with carrots, love, and everything else he deserves!

~ Nicole Chapparone

RETIRED REMEMBERED

Bred by: Tim Marty Shea Owned by: Starline Arabians LLC

B n s m

On ursday night at the 2022 United States Nationals, Enrico made his final Victory Pass.

Owned, bred and adored by Strawberry Banks Farm, Enrico is retiring at the age of 14 a er receiving FOUR National Champion titles, FOUR Reserve National Champion titles and NINE Regional Championship titles in Arabian Native Costume in Open and Amateur with Lance Lewis and Lissa Chur.

Shatzberg Photo

“When you are on a great horse, you have the best seat you will ever have.” Winston Churchill

Shatzberg Photo

ENRICO

A TEMPTATION EA CANDY GIRL Bred Owned

by: Strawberry Banks Farm

4x U.S. National Champion Mounted Native Costume

4x U.S. National Champion Mounted Native Costume AAOTR

4x U.S. National Reserve Champion Mounted Native Costume

4x U.S. National Reserve Champion Mounted Native Costume AAOTR

5x U.S. National Top Ten Mounted Native Costume

5x U.S. National Top Ten Mounted Native Costume AAOTR

FAVORITE MEMORY

I have been around a lot of horses over the last 45 years of my life and have NEVER had a bond with a horse like I do with Enrico. He is as beautiful on the inside, as he is on the outside. He absolutely “gets me” … and I get him.

Enrico comes from incredible bloodlines but has a few unique physical traits some would not regard as positive. To me, however, they are super special things that make me love him even more! Always one to favor and support the underdog, Enrico became my favorite, and he is beyond extra special to me. I also truly think that feeling between Enrico and I is mutual.

As an adult learning to ride and show, Enrico is the one who taught me a lot about myself, gave me the con dence I needed, and—more than any person—taught me trust.

I had always been timid and nervous and self-conscious learning to ride, and didn’t know if I would ever feel con dent, much less comfortable, riding. I knew in my gut though, if I was to ever overcome my fears, Enrico would be the horse to help me, but I really struggled and didn’t know if I could do it, until faced with the possibility of losing him when one day my mom said she would sell him if I didn’t ride him. And various people were interested in buying him and they rode him, but it never went well—no one really gelled with him—so that was, in my mind when I decided that Enrico and I were going to be a team. ere was no way I was going to let him leave Strawberry Banks Farm. I was going to do whatever I could to be by his side (or in the saddle), support him and

let everyone know how wonderful he is. In my mind, together, we were going to be something special, whatever that was, truly never even DREAMING of a National Championship!

After years of lessons and practice, my con dence grew, and I was proud to show everyone how special Enrico truly is.

For me, it is bittersweet that Enrico has retired. I am so thankful for all that he has given to me, for all that he has done for me, for all the wonderful memories that we have shared, and that he proudly nished his career as a BEAUTIFUL Champion. He deserves it more than any horse I’ve ever known, and I am so thankful for Brian’s patience and tenacity to help achieve a beautiful result to a beautiful relationship.

RETIREMENT PLANS

I look forward to many more beautiful trail rides around Strawberry Banks Farm with Enrico; they have been some of my most favorite and best bonding moments with the most incredible horse ever!

~ Lissa Chur

Thank you, Meaghan Estes, Ally Edwards & Brianna Burnham

IF YOU BELIEVE IN YOURSELF, ANYTHING IS POSSIBLE.

WITH DEEP APPRECIATION, AHT THANKS YOU FOR GOING THE EXTRA MILE!

YOUTH

Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Elite GRAND AUGUSTUS

(Grand Commandd x Mistichall UA)

Ex: Addison ompson | O: Deedra Perez

Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Choice VIPER WA

(PCF Vision x Sabrina WA)

Ex: Grace Smith

O: Grace Smith and Ellen Dickson

Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Select 14 & Under ROL O WHATA NIGHT

(Out Of Cyte x ROL Angel Eyes)

Ex: Taryn Todd | O: Doug or Kristi Stewart

HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JOTR 15-18 and JTR Elite DONT STOP B-LIEVEN

(H Mobility H x Dream Of Success)

Ex/O: Bianca Massman

HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JOTR and JTR Select 14 & Under RGT FIREBALL WHISKEY (A re Bey V x Showtime’s Shanghai Lilly)

Ex/O: Alexis Peterson

HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Choice JTR HOT THYME (Pryme yme x JS Hot Date)

Ex/O: Angela Gaudreau

HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR Select 15-18 GENTLEMANS QUARTERLY (Couturier x BP Lyrica Bey)

Ex: Autumn Bravo | O: Cynthia Burkman

A/HA/AA English Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under HEY SIRI VH (SF Aftershoc x Undulata’s Chick Chat)

Ex: Elizabeth Dearing | O: Vicki Humphrey

Arabian Country English Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under HIGH SPEED CONNECTION (Hucks Connection V x Megha Hearrts)

Ex/O: Frannie Wissman

HA/AA Country English Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under KING’S RANSUM (MHR Nobility x Atlanta) Ex: Elizabeth Dearing | O: Vicki Humphrey

Arabian Western Pleasure Walk/Jog 10 & Under AHLEAH TRF (Sundance Kid V x Allesia TRF) Ex: Shelby Bellville O: Brooke or Larry Bellville or Barb Beaudoin

HA/AA Western Pleasure Walk/Jog 10 & Under AMAZING LUCK CCF (Amazing Fame V x A New Shade Of Luck) Ex/O: Chloe Harper

Arabian Hunter Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under OH AJA (EF Kid Curry x RA Pizzazz) Ex/O: Zadie Fenton

HA/AA Hunter Pl Walk/Trot 10 & Under HOT THYME (Pryme yme x JS Hot Date) Ex: Leighton Hetzel | O: Angela Gaudreau

A/HA/AA Short Stirrup Reining 10 & Under WHATA DOC BAR TR (What It Takes x Smokums Miss Doc Bar) Ex/O: Natalie Gaylord

A/HA/AA Western Trail Walk/Jog 10 & Under TRULY UNDENIABLE (Robby x CF Unforgettable) Ex: Landon Koy | O: Lynn Almond

A/HA/AA Working Hunter Cross Rails Walk/Trot 10 & Under RA CAPTIAN HOOKS GOLD (Andro x x QB Dolly Pardon) Ex: Ellison Fehr | O: Kristen Valencia

Arabian English Show Hack JOTR MAN OF STEEL (VJ Royal Heir x DA Lady Ti any) Ex/O: Lydia Wilson

Arabian English Show Hack JTR 15-18 HEIRITAGE TRGR (Flameworthy TRGR x Heiress TRGR) E/O: Sophie Yih

Arabian English Show Hack JTR 14 & Under HA TSAMSUN (HA Toskcan Sun x QH Tallulah) Ex/O: Isobel Comolli

HA/AA English Show Hack JOTR 18 & Under HINGED IN HEAVEN (Nutcracker’s Nirvana x A res Quintina) Ex/O: Lily Sandell

HA/AA English Show Hack JTR 15-18 PRIZED SON BF (GSF Rizing Son x Callaway’s Prize Possession) Ex: Rylee Zell | O: Lana Zell

HA/AA English Show Hack JTR 14 & Under SILKK STOCKINGS (AMF Boomerang x Silver And Sable) Ex: Angelina Flamino | O: Simone Trusedale

Arabian Hunter Hack JTR HS KHOZMIK ENKHANTED (Klint Black x TR Mikimoto)

Ex: Anleigh Ahlert | O: Holly Schnader

HA/AA Hunter Hack JTR 18 & Under JOSAPHEEN (Shy Gayfeen x El Phaira) Ex: James Fehr O: Finca Y Caballerizas de Albuquerque

Arabian Ladies Side Saddle English JOTR SPRINGSTEEN (Mariachi WA x V L Q Eternal Spring) Ex/O: Olivia Montpetit

Arabian Ladies Side Saddle English JTR MAC SHOC WA

(SF Aftershoc x Mac Baske)

Ex/O: Isobel Comolli

Arabian Ladies Side Saddle Western JTR AMANDAS SONG

(Borsalino K x Salons Song)

Ex: Reese Tierney

O: Michael or Shannon Brooks Carroll

HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle English JOTR

SS ICAN WINN

(SS Painted Intimidator x Rorbecka Shalana)

Ex/O: Ally Hubbard

HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle English JTR ELEGANCE FX

(Klaas Fan Gemini x Alesia)

Ex: Addison ompson

O: Wava or Kathryn Baker

HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle Western JTR

BSF SISTER SARAH (Scimaron x In Hot Pursuit)

Ex: Caleigh Copenhaver | O: Callie Filetti

Arabian Pleasure Driving JTD ROYAL NOBILITY

(VJ Royal Heir x Joleen WB)

Ex/O: Brooke Landon

Arabian Country Pleasure Driving JTD LOVE SICK

(VCP Magni re x Morning El Ghaza)

Ex: Rex White | O: Lisa Jo White

HA/AA Pleasure Driving JTD BUGZY MALONE (Majesteit x Luv Potion)

Ex: Rex White | O: Lisa Jo White

HA/AA Country Pleasure Driving JTD

JSN HOT LINE (Mamage x Yolanda)

Ex: Jordan Kern

O: Bella Cavallo Stables LLC

Arabian Mounted Native Costume JOTR & JTR 15-18

THE INCREDIBLE HUCK (Hucks Connection V x Enchantingly Shai)

Ex/O: Elena Barker

YOUTH

Arabian Mounted Native Costume JTR 14 & Under HOT PURSUIT PF (Black Daniels x Harghazi Fire CMF) Ex: Stella Ziouras | O: Keystone Equestrian

HA/AA Mounted Native Costume JOTR PRIZED SON BF (GSF Rizing Son x Callaway’s Prize Possession) Ex: Rylee Zell | O: Lana Zell

HA/AA Mounted Native Costume JTR 15-18 SURE FIRE REDEMPTION (A re Bey V x A Lady At Heart) Ex/O: Beatrice Huang

HA/AA Mounted Native Costume JTR 14 & Under CORONA PE (A res Heir x Urona) Ex: Elsa Jensen | O: Keystone Equestrian

REINING

Arabian Reining Horse JOTR 15-18 & JTR AANTONINA SF (Aabsolut x EE Karmel)

Ex/O: Jessica Jacobucci

Arabian Reining Horse JOTR 14 & Under ZZAIDE (TA Mozart x Elenor Rigby)

Ex: Mckenna Bein

O: David or Jessica Bein

Arabian Reining Intermediate JTR ADESSA SS (PA Gazsi x Cassandra SS) Ex: Molly igpen O: Ashlye Daniel

Arabian Reining Limited JTR MOZARTS CROMEMERCEDES (TA Mozart x BSF Fiona) Ex: Sydney Jorgenson

O: Kevin and Judith Jorgenson

Arabian Reining Rookie JTR OASIS SHEZA FIXATION (Hesa Zee x Oasis Chara Pneuma) Ex/O: Jessie Burton

HA/AA Reining Horse JOTR 15-18 BLENDED WHIZKEY (Whizkey N Diamonds x Valarita) Ex/O: Grace Smith

HA/AA Reining Horse JOTR 14 & Under HEZAS SWEET DREAMS (Hesa Zee x Sweet Red Glo) Ex/O: Justin Rose

HA/AA Reining JTR ARKYS SMART LEO LAD ( e Arkangel x Smart Leo Lady) Ex/O: Riley Lallo

HA/AA Reining Horse Intermediate & Limited JTR SURE IS A WHIZ (Gold Card Whiz x HF Seralee) Ex: John Dublin O: Dennis or Sally Douglas

HA/AA Reining Horse Rookie JTR SMOKING GUN (Colonels Smoking Gun x SA Phantom Gale) Ex: Alana Chanelle Becker O: Becker Stables, Inc.

A/HA/AA Freestyle Reining JTR Exhibition MOZARTS CROMEMERCEDES (TA Mozart x BSF Fiona) Ex: Sydney Jorgenson O: Kevin and Judith Jorgenson

TRAIL

Arabian Western Trail JOTR and JTR 14 & Under CP DAUNTLESS (Baske A re x CP Princess) Ex/O: Clara Fullilove

Arabian Western Trail JTR 15-18 ADESSA SS (PA Gazsi x Cassandra SS) Ex: Molly igpen | O: Ashlye Daniel

Arabian Western Trail JTR Select CADILLAC KHOWBOY (TA Khalil x Tsparklin Jewel) Ex: Ashlyn Koy O: Gabrielle Sitomer or Ashlyn Koy

YOUTH

A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level

JOTR 14 & Under and Dressage First Level

ARAGORNS ELDARION

A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level

HS KHOZMIK ENKHANTED

Ex: Taylor Allen | O: Holly Schnader

A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level

HS KHOZMIK ENKHANTED

Ex: Taylor Allen | O: Holly Schnader

A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level

(Shy Gayfeen x Canadian Red Rose)

O: Finca Y Caballerizas de Albuquerque

(Zulu MV x Majarres Halan Fujai)

A/HA/AA Dressage Second Level JTR TR SILVER FORTUNE

A/HA/AA Western Dressage Intro JTR

Ex/O: Mikayla Clement

A/HA/AA Western Dressage Basic JTR

Ex: Katie Halpain | O: Lisa Halpain

A/HA/AA Western Dressage Level 1 JTR

(Al-Marah Garcon x AM Sipadream)

scholarship winners

Each year the Arabian Horse Foundation awards multiple scholarships to individuals at the Youth and Mid Summer National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show in Oklahoma City, Okla. These scholarships are generously donated and awarded to those youth who have worked so hard to make it to this prestigious show. This year $24,000 was awarded in numerous classes.

HA/AA Reining Horse JTR Scholarship

Donated by Arabian Reining Horse Association $1,000 Champion

RILEY LALLO and ARKYS SMART LEO LAD $500 Reserve Champion ALANA CHANELLE BECKER and SMOKING GUN

Showmanship JTH 15-18 Scholarship

Donated by Region 9 $1,000 Champion

GRACE SMITH and BLENDED WHIZKEY $500 Reserve Champion ALEXIS GASSEN and NOBLE TROUBADOUR

Arabian Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Region 9 Youth $1,000 Champion CATIE REACHARD and HS KHOZMIK ENKHANTED $500 Reserve Champion JOSIE DRUMMOND and AM RISING STAR

HA/AA Country Pleasure Driving JTD Scholarship Donated by Prestige Farms LLC $1,000 Champion JORDAN KERN and JSN HOT LINE $500 Reserve Champion RAINIE KUCHYNKA and CRACKER JAX PF

HA/AA Western Horsemanship JTR 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Ohio H/A Horse Association $1,000 Champion ALEXIS GASSEN and EAF HESA GOT FRECKLES $500 Reserve Champion GRACE SMITH and BLENDED WHIZKEY

HA/AA Country English Pleasure JOTR 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Boisvert Farm $1,000 Champion HALLIE ZIMMERMAN and NIRVANAS SIZZLE PF $500 Reserve Champion SOPHIE YIH and A THOUSAND STARS

Arabian Hunter Pleasure JOTR 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Dauntless Holdings, LLC $1,000 Champion AMINAH STRAND and BLUE SUEDE SHOES CA $500 – Reserve Champion GRACE SMITH and VIPER WA

Arabian Mounted Native Costume JOTR Scholarship

Donated by Dauntless Holdings, LLC $1,000 Champion ELENA BARKER and THE INCREDIBLE HUCK $500 Reserve Champion CARIN HARPER and HB RAISE THE BAR

Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Select 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Dauntless Holdings, LLC $1,000 Champion KARINA KIMERY and MPA KHARIANNA $500 Reserve Champion HOPE KRICHKE and HEIROGANCE LRA

HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JOTR 15-18 Scholarship

Donated by Dauntless Holdings, LLC $1,000 Champion BIANCA MASSMAN and DON’T STOP B LIEVEN $500 Reserve Champion ANGELA GAUDREAU and HOT THYME

Arabian Show Hack JTR 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Dauntless Holdings, LLC $1,000 Champion

SOPHIE YIH and HERITAGE TRGR $500 Reserve Champion ADDISON BUSH and TITLEIST BF

Dressage Training Level JTR 15-18 Scholarship

Donated by Dauntless Holdings, LLC $1,000 Champion TAYLOR ALLEN and HS KHOZMIK ENKHANTED $500 Reserve Champion CALEIGH COLEMAN and GIANNIS BLAZIN LEGACY

Arabian Ranch Riding JTR 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Vallejo II Ranch LLC $1,000 Champion

MOLLY THIGPEN and ADESSA SS $500 Reserve Champion LAUREN GASSEN and SALTY JOHN

HA/AA Ranch Riding JTR 15-18 Scholarship

Donated by Vallejo III Ranch LLC $1,000 Champion JOHN DUBLIN and SURE IS A WHIZ $500 Reserve Champion MADISON ROSE and ZEE LIL PEPPET

HA/AA Ranch Horse Rail Pleasure JTR Scholarship

Donated by Equine Athlete Veterinary Services $1,000 Champion MADISON ROSE and SEE LIL PEPPET $500 Reserve Champion CLARA FULLILOVE and HOTTMEINMOTOWN RA

HA/AA Sport Horse Under Saddle JTR 15-18 Scholarship Donated by Equine Athlete Veterinary Services $1,000 Champion KATIE HALPIN and BUCK FEVER $500 Reserve Champion SARITAH SINHA and MAJARRES CAIRO

To access a list of available scholarships with direct links to information on how to apply, scan the code!

CANADA’S NATIONAL ARABIAN CHAMPIONSHIP … From Vision To Reality

ere was considerable uncertainty for most coming to Canada’s National Arabian Championship September 27- October 2 in Alberta’s Red Deer in terms of what to expect. Successfully putting together a horse show in itself is no small feat, but to take the leap to create your own National level show in eight weeks is a valiant e ort. Canadian owners, trainers and exhibitors have had the odds stacked against them for three years now as a result of the pandemic, but thanks to Tex Kam, Murray Popplewell, Dana Romijn, Bob Wasylyk, Gary Millar and the Carrot River Valley association, who were integral to putting this show on, and an experienced group of volunteers, many with over 40 years of horse show and prior Nationals experience, and a whole lotta’ grit and determination, Arabian horse enthusiasts were excited to have not only a show to nally attend, but a National show at that. ey were once again given the opportunity to vie for the coveted rose garland, and even for those whose rides didn’t quite earn them a top six ribbon or better, every single exhibitor radiated gratitude throughout the week because a group of people felt that they were worth the seemingly impossible task and daunting hours it would take to put on this show.

Between the perfect weather and optimistic atmosphere, it was impossible to have anything but a smile as just under 200 exhibitors joined those who stopped at nothing to give them the opportunity to enjoy a National Show in Canada again. “It was most de nitely a feeling of unity and gathering,” says Murray, “there were no VIP sections, as we were all VIP’s.”

e decision to hold this new show in Red Deer, Alberta opened the door for many barns who were unable to make the multi-province journey years prior in Brandon, Manitoba. Often deemed as the heart of the Arabian horse industry in Canada as it’s easily accessible and within close proximity to many Arabian horse owners, breeders, and trainers, it is equally close to two major cities, Edmonton and Calgary, and is surrounded by plenty of hotels, shopping and dining options. Westerner Park is just on the edge of the city while providing urban hustle and bustle just minutes away. It also has excellent proximity to two major airports, is four hours north of the U.S. Border, and is at a facility that is scalable to accommodate whatever number of horses enter (within reason). “It is also a facility that we (and many Arabian shows) have rented previously and held events at for many years,’ says Tex, “so, we are very familiar with its capabilities and facility management.”

With just two months to plan and execute, 169 youth, amateur and open, dressage, sport horse, halter and all other performance classes, including Ranch Rail and Riding, were available to exhibitors, including fantastic vendors who wanted to see the show to succeed as well.

e Canadian National show has always had a wonderful relaxed, no pressure environment. Exhibitor parties and meet-and-greets almost every day were hosted and organized by local clubs and volunteer committees, ranging from breakfast burritos to a large Mexican Fiesta (complete with a piñata, margaritas and a live country band). e exhibitor party the rst day before the show even started was standing room only, and a local pizzeria fed the entire showgrounds with 60 large pizzas for free one evening, while various musicians played over 2-3 days during the events. e opening ceremonies had a pipe band and aboriginal band to entertain spectators and exhibitors alike, and a co ee cart made early morning rounds to the stalls to ensure all were ca einated and ready to hit the ground running from the moment the arena gates opened.

Among the memory-making moments of the show, a few stood out, including Hillary Booth-Weller and her family from Santa Ynez, who traveled the farthest distance to the show. “I asked her if she could be our ag bearer for our opening ceremonies,” shares Tex. “Not only did she say yes immediately, but her horse, DF Khontraban, had never carried a ag before.  ey practiced the night before, opened our ceremonies with the U.S. colors, then showed in and earned a top ten in the Senior Stallions and took the Champion roses in Western Pleasure Open— all back-to-back. Hillary’s mother, Sarah, also won the Western AATR Select on Khontraban. e e ort from this family to help out the show and the desire to compete 2,000 miles from home really stands out among so many great memories.”

Also impressive was Arianna Bell, a young lady who although struggles with severe health problems, continues to show her horses with a smile on her face and a grace rarely seen in today’s world. She impressed many with her courage and strength to compete all year.

Other emotional moments included long-time Canadian breeders, the Ray and Marlene Peets Family, on hand to present a trophy in the Open Western Pleasure class that honored their daughter, Sharlene Peets, who had recently passed away, and Murray shares, “Seeing three generations

(grandmother, daughter and granddaughter) all with tears streaming down their faces as the youngest exited the arena wearing Canada’s National Arabian Championship roses … that’s the payday of any show.”

e Arabian horse community is a family, but Canada’s National Arabian Championship show portrayed an unrivaled level of sportsmanship and sincerity to all. A tri-colored ribbon may put a smile on a competitor’s face, but no material item will compare to the lighthearted and hospitable atmosphere that this show brought to exhibitors and supporters alike. Atmosphere, camaraderie, kindness, support, and friendly equals togetherness. Being reunited with Canadian friends for the rst time in several years was sensational, and as horse shows have become far too serious and conventional lately, the opportunity to attend a national level show with such a tranquil environment is one that will have many returning for years to come.

Tex seconds the notion. “It is a show that harkens back to the day when you socialized with everyone at the show. I believe everything starts at the top, including setting the tone. Our management group is one who subscribes to fun, rst and foremost. To be blatantly honest, we are competing for everyone’s leisure dollar. It’s got to be fun … and we bent over backwards to ensure it was that, as well as competitive and made to feel like a National show of old. e level of camaraderie we saw was unlike any we’ve seen for the last 30 years. It was like when I personally got into the business in the 70s. I joked that even people that don’t like each other, sat around tables all week joking, laughing, and swapping stories like it used to be!”

e show has already con rmed that the 2023 event will be bigger, better and more competitive, and held in the newly remodeled Centrium at Westerner Park–a beautiful, two-tier facility which will only add to the prestigious atmosphere of the show. With the recent lifting of mask and vaccine mandates for non-Canadian citizens, it is hopeful that the 2023 show will attract the U.S.-based farms that have ventured to Manitoba in years prior, while the new location in Alberta can continue to accommodate the Western Canadian supporters who made this show such a great success in 2022.

2022 CANADA’S NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP LEADERS

OVERALL WINNERS

7x Champion/2x Reserve (Sport Horse/Dressage) 2. WT Studebaker

5x Champion/4x Reserve (Sport Horse/Dressage)

3x Champion/3x Reserve (Perf. Halter/Western Pl./Specialty)

Western/Dressage)

Western/Specialty)

3x Champion/2x Reserve (Sport Horse/Dressage)

3x Champion/2x Reserve (Hunter Pl./Sport Horse) Solmate

SIRES

9 Championships/6 Reserves (Halter/Perf. Halter/Hunter Pl./Sport Horse/Dressage) 2. Surokhan

Championships/6 Reserves (Working Western/Sport Horse/Dress./Working Hunter-Hack)

7 Championships/3 Reserves (Halter/Hunter Pl./Sport Horse)

4 Championships/6 Reserves (Hunter Pl./Specialty/Sport Horse/Dressage)

WESTERN PLEASURE WINNERS

WESTERN PLEASURE SIRES

1. DF Khontraban

2x Champion/2x Reserve 2. Sante Fe Cool ................................................................. 3x Champion

WESTERN PLEASURE EXHIBITORS

1. Khontroversy PGA ............................... 2 Championships/2 Reserves 2. HJ Gold N Fame ...................................................... 3 Championships

WESTERN PLEASURE OWNERS

1. Erica Milligan

Champion/1x Reserve 2. Sarah Boothe

HUNTER PLEASURE WINNERS

1. Sarah Boothe .............................................. 2x Champion/2x Reserve 2. Tatjana Kelch ................................................................ 3x Champion

HUNTER PLEASURE SIRES

1. PA Palitrinkha

2x Champion/2x Reserve 2. About Last Knight

HUNTER PLEASURE EXHIBITORS

1. Mariachi WA ......................................... 3 Championships/1 Reserve 2. PA Kid Khan ........................................ 2 Championships/2 Reserves

HUNTER PLEASURE OWNERS

1. Caroline Reid

SPECIALTY WINNERS

2x Champion/1x Reserve

2x Champion/2x Reserve 2. Maegan Friesen

1. Caroline Reid ............................................. 2x Champion/4x Reserve 2. Arianna Bell .................................................................. 3x Champion

SPECIALTY

History & Memories Made

BY ALLY EDWARDS

When the leaves change and the weather cools, it means more than just autumn arriving for those in the horse world. For them, October in Tulsa is its proving ground.

A little more than 1,750 horses along with their trainers, riders, and teams converged at the Tulsa Expo Center in Oklahoma, for the annual 56th United States National Championships. Numbers were slightly lower than last year due to quali cations once again being enforced, but that meant the best of the best was present. With almost continuous great weather, the show ran incredibly smooth and all were given the red-carpet treatment with green shavings all nine competition days (thanks to the generous donations of Hagale Family Arabians and the clients of Kiesner Training) horn players (the Hagales), and a multitude of parties. In the Pavilion, the week started with the trail classes then moved to some of the nicest halter horses seen in any ring, ever. e Mustang arena saw a steady stream of working western horses including ranch riding, reining, cow, and equitation classes. Over in the main Ford Truck arena, English, country, hunter, western, and specialty performance horses rode for the roses in one deep class after another.

Almost every pleasure class had an elimination round and the quality of horses and riders never ceases to elevate every year. When the roses are draped over the winners, it truly is a special and deserving win, coming out on top among all the incredible horses entered. e largest classes were the Arabian Hunter Pleasure Junior Horse and the Arabian Western Pleasure Select, each with 54 horses entered. How tting that the two biggest classes are ones for young horses with bright futures ahead and for exhibitors closer to the novice level. Bringing new horses and riders into the industry will only help it grow.

New this year were the Breeding Pays Futurity Halter classes. Two classes, one for llies and the other for colts and geldings, awarded $260,000 to breeders, owners, and amateurs in the top ten. Additionally, a silent and live auction were held to help raise funds for next year. Gold, silver, and bronze champions were crowned; Gold Colt going to Aria La Croixx and Gold Filly, OFW Luxxury, both presented by Andrew Sellman.

e main ring had its own special moments. Most will unanimously agree that LaRae Fletcher-Powell would have been incredibly proud of both her sons, as Colby picked up the top title in the Half-Arabian Western Pleasure Open with Fixations Khash, and Skylar won the incredibly deep Arabian Western Pleasure Open with Gazali VC. ese two very emotional wins had the packed stands teary eyed and on their feet for standing ovations.

Also exciting was Bill Castro’s GSF Alejandro winning his eighth consecutive national championship in the Half-Arabian Park Horse, and seeing the return of two of the industry’s top breeding stallions, ROL Divine Style and HA Toskcan Sun, to the performance ring. Both were shown in the amateur English and Park classes by Jennifer Hagale to reserve wins. But no matter how successful, owners having fun with their horses is what it’s all about.

e futurity and maturity classes continue to grow bigger every year. With big payouts and top-quality horses, these end up being some of the most competitive classes of the show. Professionally guided to compete in the futurities with their trainers and then only a couple years later in the maturities with their amateur owners, Arabians are one of the most willing and trusting breeds able to develop demeanors that allow them to safely carry amateurs around the ring. Breeding itself also seems to be

getting more and more successful as the quality of these horses raises each and every year. e maturity classes especially, exhibited some of the most beautiful horses in the entire show.

With everything nally back to normal, exhibitors were able to get together and enjoy barn parties and special events. e AEPA and Breeding Pays hosted catered events for all to attend and socialize, and there were also several catered sponsored events in the Pavilion on the last weekend so everyone could have dinner while watching the big halter classes. e halter arena was always packed with spectators watching the most beautiful horses the breed has to o er.

e show sta must be acknowledged for another successful nationals. From the board of directors, and show commission, o cials and stewards, to the judges, ring announcers, awards room and sel ess volunteers, the sessions ran in a timely manner, the stands were full, and another round of titles were rightfully won. e sportsmanship between all the exhibitors is something for our breed to be very proud of. Many handshakes and congratulations were exchanged at the out gate so everyone in the top two, the top ten, or those who got the gate, were given kind words about their rides. Retention and growth are what will hold this industry together and good sportsmanship, horsemanship and commitment to the breed are the best ways for those to succeed.

Overall, a very fun show was had for all who came. U.S. Nationals is one of the best shows of the whole year and the perfect conclusion to every show season. Seeing everyone come together to show o what they have been working on all season with their Arabian partners makes it everyone’s favorite part of October. Plans have surely been made for next year as everyone goes home to start preparing to do the whole thing all over again!

2022 AHT U.S. NATIONAL

LEADERBOARDS

RESULTS POSTED BY AHA

Not included: Showmanship, Horsemanship and Equitation

Champion = 20 pts.; Reserve = 15 pts.; Top Ten = 5 pts.

HALTER HORSE

SADDLE SEAT HORSE

WESTERN HORSE

HUNTER HORSE

SPECIALTY HORSE

BREEDING IN-HAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

ARABIAN SENIOR STALLION CHAMPION SOUL OF MARWAN AS

(Marwan Al Shaqab x RD Challs Angel)

Presented by Sandro Pinha for Rodolfo Guzzo

Owned by Cindy McGown or M. Davis & Arabian Soul Partners Ltd.

Bred by Arabian Soul Partners Ltd.

ARABIAN JUNIOR STALLION CHAMPION RHAN AL SHAHANIA

(Marwan Al Shaqab x Jwaaher Al Shahania)

Presented by Michael Byatt

Owned by Sheikha Reem M K Al-Thani

Bred by Al Shahania Stud

ARABIAN SENIOR MARE CHAMPION LAN CHAVELA

(RFN El Maha x Lan Agatha)

Presented by Andrew Sellman

Owned by Theresa Lungwitz

Bred by Rodrigo & Alejandra Noguera

ARABIAN JUNIOR MARE CHAMPION WIEZAS DIAMOND ORA

(Supreme Justice ORA x Wieza Noor ORA)

Presented by David Boggs

Owned by Jose Alves Filho

Bred by Kurdistan Arabian Stud LLC

BREEDING IN-HAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

ARABIAN FUTURITY COLT CHAMPION ARIA VALIANT

(TS Khidam El Shawan x BH Beijings Velvet)

Presented by Andrew Sellman Owned by Felix Cantu Bred by Khidam El Shawan Partners LLC

ARABIAN FUTURITY FILLY CHAMPION MARSHAHNA MOUJIZAH JN

(QR Marc x Marshantay)

Presented by David Boggs

Owned by W R Mishek or C W Bressler Rev. Trust Jan. 22, 2015 Bred by Judy Nordquist Studio, Inc.

BREEDING PAYS FUTURITY

ARABIAN 2-YEAR-OLD COLT/GELDING ARIA LA CROIXX

(Delacroixx x La Belle Shawan HVP)

Presented by Andrew Sellman Owned by Aspire Arabians LLC Bred by El Shawan Legacy Partners LLC

BREEDING PAYS FUTURITY

ARABIAN 2-YEAR-OLD FILLY OFW LUXXURY

(Exxalt x Lulu Marajj)

Presented by Andrew Sellman Owned by Theresa Lungwitz Bred by Orrion Farms LLC

BREEDING IN-HAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

CANADIAN ARABIAN FUTURITY COLT CONQUEROR ENB

(EKS Alihandro x Symphony Of Love)

Presented by Sandro Pinha

Owned & Bred by Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC

CANADIAN ARABIAN FUTURITY FILLY RD YAZZNA

(Bey Ambition x RD Marciena)

Presented by Alcides Rodrigues

Owned & Bred by Murray or Shirley Popplewell

ARABIAN 2-YEAR-OLD COLT CHAMPION MAAYER ALJASSIMYA

(Marwan Al Shaqab x MD Mirka)

Presented by Andrew Sellman

Owned & Bred by Aljassimya Farm

ARABIAN 2-YEAR-OLD FILLY CHAMPION ALESIA ENB

(Atticus ENB x Aliyah Vision PCF)

Presented by Alcides Rodrigues

Owned by Murray or Shirley Popplewell

Bred by Psynergy Enterprise Developments LLC

BREEDING IN-HAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

BREEDERS SWEEPSTAKES ARABIAN YEARLING COLT STARDOM SKY

(*Dominic M x OFW Jewel Of Marwan)

Presented by Joao Carlos de Souza for Rodolfo Guzzo

Owned & Bred by Desert Sky Arabian LLC

BREEDERS SWEEPSTAKES ARABIAN YEARLING FILLY OFW CUPID

(*Dominic M x Lulu Marajj)

Presented by Andrew Sellman

Owned by Isra Arabians Bred by Orrion Farms LLC

ARABIAN SENIOR GELDING IN-HAND 6 YRS.+ MC JASPOURE

(Pogrom x Ames Jasmine)

Presented by Jeffery Schall

Owned by Teresa Gellin

Bred by Ross or Marjeanne McDonald

ARABIAN JUNIOR GELDING IN-HAND 3-5 YEARS OLD DANA SALVADOR

(MC Jaspoure x Famess Serenade)

Presented by Preston Keeter

Owned & Bred by Dale or Wyona Worthington

Arabian Futurity Gelding

AZARIAH

Arabian Futurity Gelding

ABS Arabian Yearling Gelding OFW ALIKAI

Alihandro x OFW Praise)

Andrew Sellman

O: Hagale Family Arabians LLC

Arabian Stallion AAOTH ARSLAN ALJASSIMYA

PASB x Omel Aisha Aljassimya)

Ryan Moore

Arabian Mare AAOTH GIOVANA AL

Meia Lua x CER Belissima)

Daniel Pagan | O: Cindy McGown or Mark Davis

Arabian Gelding AAOTH BELLAMY

PA x Belladona PA)

Renae Mendel

Arabian Yearling Gelding AAOTH QR HEART

Marc x RHR Anna Lena B)

Paul Glans

BREEDING IN-HAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

(PA

(Conquest BR x Aria Aphrodite)

(Beijing

Ex/O:

Ex/O:

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Ex/O:

Ex/O:

ABS Arabian Performance Halter Stallion AAOTH PA ANTOR

Phoenix Kid x RA April Rose)

Laura Koch

ABS Arabian Halter Performance Mare AAOTH ARIA ANDROMEDA

Robert Janecki

ABS Arabian Performance Halter Gelding AAOTH GREY GOOOSE

BHF x ABD Almost Parydise)

Tsabella Templeton

ABS HA/AA Performance Halter Mare AAOTH MOVIN TO BARCELONA CS

Bugatti x She Moves Me)

Sydney Henson

ABS HA/AA Performance Halter Gelding AAOTH IM NO DIVA WRA

(Truse x Im Adiva Too ORA)

Je rey Lovejoy

$30,000 Champion

Arabian Horse Times $100,000 Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity PROSUADED BY LOVE

(Prosuasion x Heirs Noble Love)

Ex: Joel Kiesner | O: Karlton Jackson

$15,000 Champion

Equine Athlete $50,000 Half-Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity BALLERINA BF (GSF Rizing Son x Nuttin But Heirresistible)

Ex: Nora Sha er | O: Laura Sha er

When passionate individuals commit to something they love … they inspire others. Endless thanks and appreciation to all who go above and beyond to make our community a better one.

Rae-Dawn Arabians

C. JA R VIS

INSURANCE AGENCY, INC.

PLATINUM & U.S. NTLS. SPONSOR JarvisInsurance.com

SHOW SEASON SPONSOR www.ConwayArabians.com www.OrrionFarms.com www.DePaoloEquineConcepts.com

SHOW SEASON & U.S. NTLS. SPONSOR Horn Player | Green Shavings Hospitality www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com www.EmpressArabians.com

SHOW SEASON SPONSOR www.RaeDawnArabians.com www.Bartashowhorses.com

U.S. NATIONALS SPONSORS

SHOW SEASON SPONSOR www.Freedmanharness.com www.Ringsideproductionsllc.com

TEAM KIESNER TRAINING

NTLS. GREEN SHAVINGS SPONSOR

A special shout-out to Pepper Profitt and those who sponsored individual classes and awards at U.S. Nationals … your generous support benefits us all.

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT! Contact AHT to nd out how you can be a sponsor in 2023! 952-492-3213 | WWW.AHTIMES.COM

$30,000 Champion

Arabian Horse Times $100,000

Arabian Western Pleasure Futurity BISHOPS KHROWN (RD Habanero x RA Pomaikai)

Ex: Colby Powell | O: Kendall Carkhu

$22,500 Champion

Equine Athlete $50,000

Half-Arabian Western Pleasure Futurity GIRLFRIEND SF (Poco Van Star Two x Candy Girl V)

Ex: Joe Reser | O: Shamrock Farms LLC

$30,000 Champion

AHPA Royal Arabians $100,000 Arabian Hunter Pleasure Futurity CULTURE SHOC

(SF Aftershoc x HF Luck Bea Lady)

Ex: Wendy Potts | O: Mari Perczak

$22,500 Champion

AHPA Tamar Arabians $75,000

Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure Futurity ESQ COLOR THYME

(Xample yme SA x Color Me Cool Too)

Ex: Megan Jenkins | O: Sue Bury

SPECIALTY NATIONAL CHAMPIONS

A/HA/AA Showmanship AATH 19-49 JORDAN PERRY with Wolf Ridge Ponderosa (RFF Starbuck x Salons Crystal) O: Renee or Jordan Perry

A/HA/AA Showmanship AATH 50 & Over CONNIE CHAPMAN with Hollywood Firecracker (Hollywood Dun It x Sheza Fire-Cracker) O: Connie Chapman

A/HA/AA Western Horsemanship AATR 19-49 MICHELLE PEASE-PAULSEN with SS A Noble Star (Starlights Starbrite x AL Aleen) O: Michelle Pease-Paulsen

A/HA/AA Western Horsemanship AATH 50 & Over CASSANDRA DAWSON with Chics Dig It (Chic Tommy x Quais Habibi) O: Cassandra Dawson

A/HA/AA Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump AATR NICOLE QUINN MCCRAE with BP Maserati (KM Bugatti x Evangeline) O: Lori Quinn

THE KEYSTONE CHARITY ARABIAN HORSE EXPERIENCE

Champion Purebred/Half-Arabian Native Costume Ridden by Christy Higman-Clements for the Peterson Family

November 25th and 26th was the weekend heard about around the Arabian horse world, and it has the entire industry abuzz with inspiration and excitemtent.

What began with simply a vision, some generously o ered support and roll-up-your-sleeves hard work, resulted in something far more than the incredible outreach and $160,000+ in payouts o ered in six classes highlighted at the historic AHAF Holiday Festival Horse Show. What resulted was million

dollar smiles of thousands who came through the gates of the World Equestrian Center, Ocala, and when they were introduced to our beloved Arabian horses ... and it was magic!

“Cra ing something new to build on something old without compromising the integrity of one, the other, or both is a very interesting undertaking,” says Mary Trowbridge. “On November 29, 2021, when six of us sat down with the World Equestrian Center (WEC) sta in Ocala following the 53rd Annual Arabian Horse Association of Florida’s AHAF Holiday Horse Show, it didn’t really occur to those at the table that we were undertaking something unusual. We just all knew it was the right time and place to try. Our idea was simple, we thought.

1. Create more excitement by incorporating either existing or new prize money horse show classes into the show, so we would attract more entries to entertain with and raise awareness of the event among our internal community; by holding those classes in the incomparable outdoor ring, in the evening, under WEC’s incomparable Holiday Lights Festival; and incorporate some di erent types of classes that would entertain participants, and entertainment acts that would appeal to non-horse owners. We also hoped to add in some spectator friendly “edu-tainment” with color commentary from judges as well as announcers, and a chance for the spectators to join in with the judging.

2. Build an Arabian Horse Experience during the daytime with speci c Ambassador horses whose only job during the show would be to engage with new people, one or two or three at a time, and allow our horses to do what they REALLY do best, engage with us human beings, and entertain and educate them while we were at it.

3. And nally, to let the breed engage with the Ocala community by bene tting area charities that would resonate with the people we were targeting and let them see how giving both our horses and the people they own are.

Fast forward 12 months, with support of many forward thinking individuals, and a community that believed ... it happened.”

“Probably the most exciting and beautiful horse show I have ever been to. WEC is just amazing— the Christmas decorations, the atmosphere, the incredible horses, the packed grandstands … it’s hard to explain, but rst class all the way. Along with all that, the very important Keystone Ambassador Horses and the Amazing Horse Woman Experience Barn introduced hundreds of families and children to the beautiful Arabian horse.  is needs to happen everywhere! We sent so many people on to local barns and lesson programs. Words cannot describe it. It was an incredible Experience!!”

~ Lorie Henderson

It was an incredible honor to be part of this event, and to be allowed to integrate our ideas and dreams into your beautiful horse show—we are so grateful.

Ultimately, I think this is the best possible example I could imagine of how fantastically things succeed when we are all working together for the good of the whole, which should always, always be with what serves the best interest of our irreplaceable Arabian horses. Together, we win.”

~ Mary Trowbridge

“ e Keystone Experience group is deeply indebted to the Arabian Horse Association of Florida membership, board, and show manager Laurie Ann Salmi and Secretary Ryan Chambers, for their foresight and largess in allowing us to integrate this inaugural Arabian Horse Promotional Fund event with the 54th Annual Holiday Horse Show.

Darryl

Both nights in the Grande Arena in front of that brilliant hotel, came entertainment for thousands in the form of 10 Nationally acclaimed Arabian Stallions, Sylvia Zerbini with her beautiful Arabian Horse Liberty Act, trick rider Becca Watson on her Arabian mount Sage, song artist Maddy Winer, and world class announcers Scott Christmas and Jason Gillespie.

“I’ve never witnessed a newcomer-centric event with so many spectators lling the stands and walking the barn aisles.  Singles, couples, entire families—all ages, all ethnicities, ALL of it. ere was a palpable joy and warmth that permeated every presentation, every activity and every class, and it was nothing short of magical. I le completely reinvigorated and full of hope for the future of our beloved horses, because the way forward was now crystal clear.”

~ Augusta Hammock

Coltrane and Lance Lewis; one of the 18 exciting stallions presented during opening ceremonies each night.

Lluvia

e Royal Arabians $15,000 Arabian Hunter Pleasure and the $30,000 Strawberry Banks Farm/AEPA Arabian Country English Pleasure Pro-Am Challenges saw over 30 teams of pro and amateur riders into the show ring, all smiling from entry to exit thanks to the excitement of showing as a team to a full house, under the lights in the spectacular WEC Grand Arena.

Champion Reserve

3rd Place

4th Place 5th Place

Crowd Vote

A res Rejoice - Lori Conway & Lance Lewis

Nautique VA - Michelle Watson & Tish Kondas

A erburner - Lauren Adamek & John Rannenberg

CP Solar Flare - Brooke Hines & Rob Bick

SA Heir Kiss - Nora Sha fer & Makenna Rooker

A Revelation BHA - Rachel Romero & Mikey Ancheta

Champion Reserve

3rd Place 4th Place 5th Place

Crowd Vote

underella - Lori Eway & Mary Trowbridge

SVA My Royal Flush - Brea Kratzert & John Rannenberg

DA Accenti - Haley Hines & Dale Brown

Signifyed RR - Lane Naymola & Kelsey Flohr

DA Augustine - Jordan Cline & Lydia Wilson

Signifyed RR - Lane Naymola & Kelsey Flohr

Below: e costumes came out during the Keystone Egg & Spoon Showdown with Joe Alberti aboard Pharaoh CRF named crowd favorite.

Right: ese “Littles,” Azae and Zola Johnson, went viral on social media, raising over $1,700 for the Egg & Spoon Showdown, which was added to what resulted in $4,000 in prize money split with charities and class winner Robin Ford riding Vincenzo.

Darryl

e Arabian Ambassadors stole the show! ere were 10 in all (six geldings, three stallions, and one mare), and they came to the party suited up and ready to love! ousands came through the Amazing Horse Woman Experience barn, and witnessed rst hand, their magni cence and kindness. e barn was lled with games, face painting, demonstrations and clinics. e public certainly showed their desire to touch our horse and the number of sel es is countless.

“Having stalled right next to the Keystone Arabian Horse Experience aisles, I witnessed rsthand what the Keystone Committee, Laurie Salmi and the AHAF Board have accomplished.  is weekend at the World Equestrian Center was actual magic … the Christmas lights, the sound of Christmas music in the air, the beautiful facility, and everywhere we turned, were unicorns in the guise of beautiful Arabian horse Ambassadors.

What this small group of people created was the exact opposite of the virtual living to which so many of us have grown accustomed to over the last several years. Here, they o ered the chance to feel, smell, and experience in real time, beauty, talent, and athleticism up close and personal in the form of the Arabian horse. For hundreds of children, it was a weekend they will never forget; I am sure this experience will ll their dreams with magical images for many years to come. I wish everyone could have seen the joy on the faces of almost every person at this event, coupled with wonder at the beauty around them.

Even I, who have traveled the world to watch Arabian horse events, have never seen anything quite like the Experience at WEC, starting Friday night when the facility turned on their Christmas lights, and the barns were full of people seeing our magical Arabian horses for the rst time.”

~ Allison Mehta

Stewy Sage Z Mary Rock

Saturday night kicked o with a second Stallion Showcase and entertainment followed by AHAF’s Achievement Awards and In-Hand classes. It was a beautiful setting for watching HalfArabians and purebreds charge into the ring for the spectacular Native Costume class sponsored by Barta Show Horses, all vying for the win and the reward of a beautiful new costume.

“ ere is no doubt that the Keystone Event accomplished its mission to highlight the Arabian horse to a larger segment of the population.

Both nights the stands were full for the classes and entertainment, and Ambassador’s Row was the center of engagement for all ages and walks of life. Indeed, a very busy place with guests interacting with the horses and owners.  e interest in the breed was genuine, many not familiar with the breed walking away saying they wanted to learn more.  e event showcased the versatility of the breed both in and out of the arena.

My favorite was a young man with a big smile interacting with the horse and the horse’s total attention on the young man.

My warmest thanks to all who made this event a reality and a big success. Certainly, a template for future events.”

~ Nancy DeLisi

Champion Reserve

3rd Place

4th Place

5th Place

Crowd Vote

Hot Rodder PF - Christy Higman-Clements

A True Temptation - Lance Lewis

Nobles Heir - Shannon Feinroth

Have You Ever - Elizabeth Pizzonia

Young Gunz - Ti ny Barta

Vannity Fair - Jesslyn Williams

Darryl

“Our hearts were full and our love and dedication for the Arabian horse grew even more a er the Keystone Ambassador event. We had the beautiful, ea-bitten grey Arabian mare Mary Maya V to represent Conway Arabians. ‘Mary’ met hundreds of people over the four days she was there and every person got to feed, pet, groom, learn about her story, and some were even lucky enough to sit on her!

Everyone learned that the Arabian horse is the ‘Horse that loves you back’ and that they are ‘Bred to Move You’ with their kind attitude and beautiful spirit. ey were all excited and grateful for the opportunity to meet an Arabian and very appreciative of the extra perks they received in their bags, which included magazines, coloring books and treats. We were proud to be part of this incredible experience and we are looking forward to supporting the Keystone event in the future.”

~ Peter & Lori Conway

e novel, Anvil Arabians Best In Show award, went to the dynamic O Sherlock, the beloved stallion owned by Augusta Hammock, who just happened to be one of e Keystone’s rst visionaries, her artwork creating the event’s logo. e moment was twice as nice as this winner was also the crowd favorite!

Above: Barta Show Horse’s SF e Patriot brought the crowd to their feet as they sang along with BMI recording artist and Arabian Horse lover Maddy Winer, during the opening ceremonies. Caralyn Schroter was in the irons for the goosebumps!

Suzanne

From open and junior horses, to junior, adult amateur and professional riders, the Palmetto Arabians $105,000 Purebred Western Pleasure Jackpot was a spine-tingling display of horsemanship to close out e Keystone Experience. Nine horses, saw eight of the industry’s best professional riders, and one intrepid amateur, Lindsay Adams, shine under the lights in a display equaled only by the camaraderie among the competitors as they schooled together throughout the week. e incredible display closed out the Keystone Events portion of the Holiday Festival with dignity, excellence and honor.

“Magic. at’s what the Keystone Experience was for me.

Magic in the form of beautiful Arabian Horse Ambassadors, one by one alongside their owners, showing rsthand why we are all so passionate about this breed.

Magic in the form of our incredible community raising thousands of dollars for three charities.

Magic in the presence of so many wonderful, giving Arabian horse people who sponsored a dream they hadn’t seen yet, who supported our vision and moved us forward, step by step, to produce something for a higher good.

Magic is real, and it was everywhere”

~ Jenn Trickey

Keystone Board of Directors:

Rob Bick

John Rannenberg

Laurie Salmi

Mary Trowbridge

Brea Kratzert

Mike Wilson

Becky Nash

Jaime Johnson

Jenn Trickey

In the end, the magical weekend will hopefully be a new beginning.

A new beginning for those who were introduced and fell in love with an Arabian horse.

And a new beginning for the way we share our horses with the outside world.

Amazing Horse Woman LLC

Anvil Arabians

AEPA

Arabian Horse Promotional Fund

Barta Show Horses

Hagale Family Arabians

Palmetto Arabians

Royal Arabians

Strawberry Banks Farm

Alistair Arabians

Arabian Horse Times

AWPA

Augusta Hammock

Black Daniels

C. Jarvis Insurance Agency Inc.

Cedar Ridge Arabians

Cheeser’s Palace Cafe

Chestnut Hill Arabians

Chris Culbreth

Conway Arabians

Dale Brown Performance Horses

DELSAN Arabians

Desert Sky Arabians

Dolorosa Arabians

Hennessey Arabians

Elizabeth Pizzonia

Equine Athlete Veterinary Services

Friends of Vail

Jason Gillespie

Jillian Amato Whitlow

Joey Canda Judy Kibler

Karen Adamek/KarynsArt.com

Laura Koch

Linda Reed

Linda Musso

Maddy Winer

Misty Woods Arabians

Nan Harley

Ocala Equestrian Academy

Purina Performance Horse

RBC Show Horses

Rohara Arabians

Ryan Chambers

Scott Christmas

Shannon Feinroth

Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show

Shea Stables

Signature Oak Stables

Southern California Equestrian Center

Sterling-Equine

Sydney Serrano

e MDP of AHA

e Modern Horse

Wilson Training Center & Bloodstock

WITH GREG HARRIS

Thank You to Palmetto Arabians for the generous class sponsorship that showcased such beautiful Western Pleasure Horses.

And to the Arabian Horse Promotional Fund with the Arabian Horse Association of Florida, for creating such a magical weekend that has inspired us all.

Sundance Kid V x CA Majia, by C A Hermoso

ARABIAN PROFESSIONAL & AMATEUR HORSEMAN’S ASSOCIATION

TRAINER CHALLENGE CUP

This year marks the fourth year of the Arabian Professional & Amateur Horseman’s Association (APAHA) Trainer Challenge Cup.

The APAHA Trainer Challenge Cup is awarded each year to the winning trainer in each of 13 futurity classes at the U.S. National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show in Tulsa, Okla. This award is given annually as a recognition of the talent and dedication required to successfully introduce young prospects into the performance, halter and working western disciplines.

If and when a trainer wins the APAHA Trainer Challenge Cup three times, the Cup is permanently retired to that trainer’s barn and the trainer receives a check from APAHA for $500. Brett Becker earned this honor in 2021 with his third Half-Arabian Western Futurity win in 2021. Two-time winners include, Rudolfo Guzzo in the Arabian Futurity Colts, Joel Kiesner and Jim Stachowski in the Arabian and Half-Arabian English Futurities; Joel Gangi in the Half-Arabian Country English and Crystal McNutt in the Half-Arabian Reining.

“This Trainer Challenge Cup exemplifies the part of APAHA’s mission statement that points to the pursuit of excellence in all things related to our sport,” says John Ryan, APAHA President. “We want to continue to recognize and reward those who are turning out great horses on a consistent basis. It is a nice complement to the other programs in our breed that recognize breeders and owners,” he added.

This year, two Trainer Challenge Cup presentations carried a special meaning. The Arabian Country Futurity cup was presented in honor of the late Irwin Schimmel, and the Half-Arabian Western Pleasure Futurity cup was presented by Brad Hill and Kristen Wallace in honor of the late Ty Wallace.

Each Trainer Challenge Cup has been made possible by generous sponsors who committed to support the program for a minimum of three years. According to Katie Harvey, Vice President of APAHA, “When we first gauged sponsor interest, it was quickly noted that this type of program was something sponsors were interested in. They recognize the value of supporting trainers and their talents.”

“From a trainer’s perspective,” shares Jim Stachowski, winner of the 2019 and 2022 U.S. National Half-Arabian English Pleasure Futurity, “it is a nice nod of recognition for bringing these young horses along and winning a class that is awarded based on the future of our breed.”

The Trainer Challenge Cup is one of many programs that APAHA supports. APAHA is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting a fair and level playing field in the horse show arena, the kind and ethical treatment of horses and people, and the promotion of excellence in all things related to the Arabian horse. For more information, visit www. apaha.com

2022 APAHA CHALLENGE CUP WINNERS

ARABIAN HALTER FILLIES DAVID BOGGS

Sponsored by Arabian Horse Times

ARABIAN HALTER COLTS ANDREW SELLMAN

Sponsored by Buck Ranch

ARABIAN ENGLISH JONATHAN RAMSAY

Sponsored by Equine Athlete

H/A ENGLISH JAMES STACHOWSKI*

Sponsored by Conway Arabians

ARABIAN COUNTRY BRIAN MURCH

Sponsored by Prestige Farms

H/A COUNTRY JOEL GANGI*

Sponsored by DeRegnaucourt Ltd.

ARABIAN WESTERN JOE RESER

Sponsored by Shamrock Farms LLC

H/A WESTERN JOSH QUINTUS

Sponsored by Equine Athlete

ARABIAN HUNTER ELIZABETH ANN PIZZONIA Sponsored by Equine Athlete

H/A HUNTER ALI BRADY Sponsored by Stachowski Farms, Inc.

ARABIAN REINING ZACH BELL

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2021 U.S. NATIONALS JUDGES’ REVIEW

WHEN PRESENTED WITH COUNTLESS NUMBERS OF THE BEST THE BREED HAS TO OFFER FROM THIS YEAR’S COMPETITIONS, WHAT WAS YOUR PROCESS FOR PICKING OUT THE 2022 NATIONAL CHAMPIONS?

Kim Morgan: The entrance and particularly the walk, starts the process. This is the time you see the horses in their most natural state. When they come to the middle for individual presentation, I have the opportunity to see features up close and examine feet and legs more clearly. The final judging offers the opportunity to compare the individuals for the final decision.

Van Jacobsen: My process for selecting my placings, whether it is in a section or the finals is really the same process I use when judging any class. I always make sure I know the specific class specifications and then look for the horse that is doing the best job fulfilling the class specifications. I will generally make notes where I think the horse may end up on my card and place the numbers near the top, middle or bottom. I will then plus or minus horses as the class goes on, but I do not spend a lot of time looking for the numbers, as I know where a given horse may have been based on my initial impression. It is certainly not uncommon for a middle horse to move up to the top as the class progresses. I also have a line that is for horses that I do not feel should place in the class; if a horse goes below the line, in most circumstances it will not rise above the line. Having a consistent system is what is important to me and everyone has a different system that works best for them!

Jody Lasalle: The class specifications as listed in the USEF rulebook.

Lewis McKim: Firstly, the overall quality of horses was overwhelming in each of the classes in which I was assigned to judge.

The process which works best for me is that first impressions are paramount. I’ll usually have a “contenders list” and then let the class sort itself out with individual horses being transferred onto my “to place” list. From my experience, the true winners usually rise to the occasion.

Susan Witte: The process for me in ranking any class, is to let the class unfold and let the horses rank themselves. In following the specs given for each division, it allows me to select those that not only meet the criteria, but reward those that shine.

Richard Wright: Having been a trainer/coach my entire life, I feel that judging is just an extension of the appraisal process we engage in every day. Sorting horses at the level needed at U.S. requires a brutal focus on the credit-earning performances, while giving every horse in the ring an opportunity for success.

Leo Fourre: In the working western division, the horses are judged individually by a numerical system which requires the judge to evaluate each maneuver of a prescribed pattern and assign a numerical value to that maneuver. The range of maneuver scores is from +1 1/2 to -1 1/2 in half point increments with 0 (zero) indicating a correct maneuver with no elevated degree of difficulty which would deserve a plus

score, and no incorrect parts of the maneuver which would deserve a minus score. These individual maneuver scores are then added to or subtracted from 70 which is the value each horse has as they enter the arena. At the end of the pattern, we do the math and that becomes the score for that horse on that particular pattern.

In the working western division at the U.S. Nationals, there were generally five judges, and at the end of each pattern the high score and the low score were thrown out and the remaining three scores were totaled to determine the ultimate placings for the top ten and the national champion.

Cyndi Robbins: My process is simply sticking to the rules and guidelines for each class as the presentation of each horse begins. I follow maneuver description guidelines and apply penalties as dictated to for each class for every exhibitor. My champions rise to the top sticking to those guidelines and rule applications.

Jim Porcher: Most of the classes I judged use a scoresheet so I don’t “pick out” the national champions as much as I score the obstacles or the horse’s conformation and the scoresheets arrive at the placings. One needs to trust one’s experience/eye/standard and let the scoresheet do its thing. I was comfortable with all the final placings and feel the system is working.

WAS THERE A PARTICULAR MOMENT DURING THE 10 DAYS THAT MADE YOU FEEL THAT THE FUTURE OF THE BREED IS SECURE?

Kim Morgan: There wasn’t a particular moment, however, the high quality of the horses continued from the beginning of the week to the last day. By the end, I felt the future of the Arabian halter horse is in a great place going forward.

Van Jacobsen: It was evident to me within the first couple of days that the U.S. Nationals was going to be a special show this year. It was apparent that many owners, trainers and concerned individuals contributed to make this show special. The green shavings were the first thing that jumped out at me and the list goes on, from the various gifts for the winners of classes and all the other contributions that made the show feel like it was the Arabian horse community’s championship event!

Jody Lasalle: The Arabian breed is secure.

Lewis McKim: There wasn’t one moment in particular, but in general, I felt the classes were well filled with each entry deservedly competing for top honors and being presented in a very competitive manner. I applaud the entire show management for being very pro-active in trouble shooting various situations. Considering these factors, I do indeed feel the Arabian horse breed is secure.

Susan Witte: There was more an overall feeling during the entire show that we have breeders working to secure the future of the Arabian horse. The numbers of new stock presented in the futurity and junior horse divisions showed extreme quality and athletic ability.

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I think we all have to appreciate and honor the Arabian horse, its history, service and devotion to mankind. Let’s remember its trademark as the “family horse”. Seeing the volume of lifelong owners, breeders, trainers and exhibitors at nationals gave me peace that the breed is secure.

Richard Wright: I feel the most encouraging aspect of the show was the vast cross section of horses that are new to the nationals scene, coupled with an equal number of amazing animals returning for another of many successful appearances there. This is a testament not only to the development of new stock but the wonderful care and support available to a seasoned competitor.

Cyndi Robbins: Yes, watching not only the great exhibition of the breed by the exhibitors with great accuracy and improvement, but seeing the camaraderie by the exhibitors from the back gate. Everyone was so supportive of their competition and through this, the future of the breed will be secure.

Jim Porcher: The trail competition continues to rise and I was pleased with the level of showmanship exhibitors as they are improving, but the numbers in the Performance Halter and the quality of those entries was most impressive, particularly the purebreds. I was comfortable with all the horses who ended up on top and commend all the horses who scored high on multiple cards. One judge can’t sway the system and, once the scores are converted to placings, it truly is a Majority Opinion System or MOS.

WHAT WAS THE EXCEPTIONAL ASPECT OF THE SHOW FOR YOU, AND DO YOU WISH TO SEE ANYTHING CHANGE?

Brian Ferguson: I very much enjoyed the atmosphere in the Pavilion. The arena was beautiful. I felt that Scott Christmas and Scott Benjamin both did exceptional jobs. Scott Christmas worked very hard creating suspense and anticipation while announcing the winners. Scott Benjamin’s color commentary and background added a great deal to overall success of the show.

I also felt that everyone on the Halter Committee worked very hard to make the U.S. National Championships an exceptional horse show. I was also pleased to hear all of the announcements inviting those from other arenas to come and witness the beautiful halter presentations.

Kim Morgan: Again, quality throughout all the classes. Show management did an exceptional job preparing the arena and creating an exciting environment for exhibitors and spectators. The announcer was fantastic and kept the excitement going for every class. The gate people and stewards kept the flow of horses coming in perfectly.

Van Jacobsen: The community taking ownership of aspects of the show and working with the U.S. National Show Commission to make this a premier event!

Jody Lasalle: The U.S. National Show Committee is doing an incredible job. Less classes would ensure a larger spectator base.

Lewis McKim: I will say the most exceptional aspect of the show was the professionalism and comradery demonstrated by each of the show officials both in and outside of the show ring with whom I had the pleasure of working.

Susan Witte: The exceptional aspect of the show for me was all that encompassed the Ford Truck Arena. The arena looked beautiful and the opening ceremonies were moving. The center ring staff, gatemen, paddock, etc., were all on top of their game. The always professional ring men kept us safe and on track. It was an honor and privilege to stand with fellow judges to adjudicate classes that contained the best horses in the country. The incredible horsemen, professional and amateur, exhibiting elite levels of talent and skill. And above all, the horses, who ask for nothing and give everything.

Richard Wright: I felt that there was a concerted effort in every area to refine and improve the show’s function as well as its appearance. From the green shavings to the drastic reduction in the lag time getting horses in the ring between classes, I felt there was an ongoing and fluid effort to improve the show in every way.

Leo Fourre: The most rewarding aspect of the show for me was not a particular moment but the large participation in the ranch classes in general. The class sizes across the board were large and very competitive, not only for the professional riders but for the amateurs. The amateurs of all levels seemed to be enjoying their classes and were not intimidated to try this relatively new addition to the working western division. To me that is very rewarding.

Cyndi Robbins: One of the most exceptional aspects of the show for me was the teamwork by the entire show crew. Everyone was extra willing to help out and communication skills were well performed. As a judge, I really appreciate that. I might want to see scores per judge sent through with computer tablets in the future and get rid of the walkie talkies; they can be a little distracting.

Jim Porcher: Running a show of that size and scope is a tremendous undertaking. I think the AHA Staff and U.S. Commissioners listen to exhibitors and try to do everything in their power to make it a great show. I appreciate how they try to stay fluid and adapt to necessary changes, but they don’t make knee-jerk reactions, relying on the combined experience of all concerned to make the best decisions. It was an honor to participate as an official and watch all those wheels turning around us as we were allowed to do our job.

WHAT CLASS, HORSE, OR PERSON EXHIBITOR OR OTHERWISE POPS INTO YOUR MIND WHEN THINKING OF THE U.S. NATIONALS, AND WHY?

Donnie Bullock: In the Halter arena this year, the spectacular quality of horses and degree of horsemanship combined with an abundance of sportsmanship made the honor of judging this division one of my best experiences. I applaud the breeders, owners and exhibitors for sharing their most beautiful horses with us. I am always a little partial to the mare classes and this year was no exception. The Sr. Mare class was stunning—extreme quality throughout. The winning mare, Lan Chavela, was just simply beautiful. I also had the honor to judge the

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2-Year-Old Filly Breeding Pays Futurity class that had exceptional quality entries throughout! Getting to witness the quality of horses, enthusiasm of the participants both professional and amateur, and the spectator involvement was inspiring and is surely a positive step forward for the Halter community.

Brian Ferguson: I will say that myself and my fellow judges were beyond honored to render our opinions about such a magnificent group of horses, that were presented to their ultimate by an amazing group of horsemen.

Kim Morgan: Every class had special individuals etched in my mind forever. The Futurity Filly class stands out for me as most impressive. As they came in, it was evident there was great depth and certainly more than 10 horses that should be top ten.

There were so many great horses and the level of horsemanship was incredible. I was so proud of the job the trainers and handlers did presenting horses at a high level, yet very dignified. I saw a beautiful look in the horses’ eyes and great appreciation of the horses from the handlers. That was truly a blessing for our breed.

Van Jacobsen: There are so many talented horses and riders in various divisions. However, I do think the U.S. National Show Commission, the staff and all of the volunteers that work to make this show so special should be commended. Teamwork and unity are what our community needs now and it was evident at the U.S. Nationals.

Jody Lasalle: U.S. Nationals had many spectacular classes and horses. It was a very enjoyable 10 days.

Lewis McKim: Classes that stood out in my mind were the Western Pleasure classes (Open, Amateur and Futurities). The depth and the quality of horses was exceptional; in particular, the Open Half-Arabian Western Pleasure class, it was extremely competitive, not to mention the outstanding way in which it was called.

Susan Witte: The class that stood out to me the most was the Arabian English Pleasure Open. The class had so many exceptional individuals that were presented in an exemplarily manner. On any given day, my top five placings could have been the winner. They were solid, finished horses in their prime. The balance of the class was also a deep field of competitors. Ranking them was a fine line with only degrees of separation. It was an exciting class to judge and one I will always remember!

Richard Wright: For so many reasons I felt the Open Western became the heart of what our shows should represent. A trophy given in honor of a revered colleague no longer with us, awarded to another who has also experienced recent tragedy. In a class full of excellent horses and riders that could be legitimately pinned in any number of ways, the support and true sportsmanship exhibited was both humbling and incredibly uplifting and something that I will NEVER forget. For me, that was a benchmark that we should all try to equal, and seldom can.

Cyndi Robbins: I have to say, two young male exhibitors pop into my mind: Skylar and Colby Powell. Even with the passing of their mother, LaRae, they stayed true to all she taught them. They exhibited their

horses exceptionally and even when something went wrong, they continued showing to the best of the horse’s ability and supported other exhibitors as well. So great to see!

Jim Porcher: Tracy Dowson and Little Bit of Boom had an outstanding go in the HA/AA Western Trail AAOTR semi-final. The horse was relaxed though its entire body and was perfectly cadenced. It was ridden to every obstacle with precision and confidence. I loved how rhythmic the ride was and Tracy rode with such skill that her final score on my sheet was an 80. I have never given an exhibitor an 80 before, but I was perfectly confident in scoring her that high for her ride.

CALENDAR of Events

REGIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

April 26-30, 2023

Region 7 Championships Scottsdale, Arizona|www.aha7.org

May 3-7, 2023

Region 12 Championships Ocala, Florida|www.aharegion12.com

May 18-21, 2023

Region 1 Championships Del Mar, California|www.aharegionone.com

May 30-June 3, 2023

Region 9 Championships Fort Worth, Texas|www.region9aha.org

June 1-4, 2023

Region 11 Championships Springfield, Illinois|www.aha11.com

June 7-11, 2023

Region 10 Championships St. Paul, Minnesota www.region10arabians.com

June 15-17, 2023

Region 2 Championships Santa Barbara, California|www.ahareg2.org

June 15-17, 2023

Region 6 Championships Douglas, Wyoming|www.region6aha.com

June 19-24, 2023

Region 4 Championships Nampa, Idaho|www.aharegion4.com

June 21-25, 2023

Region 13 Championships Wilmington, Ohio|www.aharegion13.com

June 28-July 1, 2023

Region 8 Championships Denver, Colorado|www.aharegion8.org

July 4-9, 2023

Region 15 & 16 Championships Lexington, Virginia www.region15aha.com|www.region16.org

SHOWS

July 5-9, 2023

Region 5 Championships Monroe, Washington|www.regionv.com

July 19-23, 2023

Region 17 Championships Langley, British Columbia Canada www.region17.com

July 20-22, 2023

Region 18 Championship Jerseyville, Ontario Canada www.region18.on.ca

August 17-20, 2023

Region 14 Championships Wilmington, Ohio|www.aha14.com

August 29-September 2, 2023

Region 3 Championships Reno, Nevada|www.arabianhorses3.org

February 16-26, 2023, Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.scottsdaleshow.com

April 13-16, 2023, Arabian Breeders World Cup, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.arabianbreedersworldcup.com May 18-21, 2023, Ohio Buckeye Sweepstakes, Wilmington, Ohio. www.buckeyesweepstakes.com

August 4-6, 2023, East Coast Championships, Lexington, Virginia. www.eastcoastshow.com

August 12-19, 2023, Canada’s National Championship, Red Deer, Alberta Canada.

September 13-16, 2023, Arabian National Breeder Finals, Scottsdale, Arizona. www.scottsdaleshow.com

September 14-16, 2023, NSH Finals, Springfield, Illinois. www.nshregistry.org

September 29-October 1, 2023, Minnesota Fall Festival, St. Paul, Minnesota. www.medallionstallion.com

November 23-26, 2023, AHAF Holiday Festival Show, Ocala, Florida.

NATIONAL EVENTS

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July 13-22, 2023

Youth & Mid Summer Nationals Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

September 11-16, 2023

Sport Horse Nationals Wilmington, Ohio

October 19-28, 2023 U.S. Nationals Tulsa, Oklahoma

*Go to www.arabianessence.com or www.ecaho.org for additional international shows and information. Visit www.ahtimes.com for a calendar view of these dates, locations and more.

Calendar listings are subject to change; please confirm dates and locale before making your plans or reservations. E-mail show dates to: charlened@ahtimes.com. *Due to the intrinsic nature of these shows, Arabian Horse Times cannot be held accountable for their validity.

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Burkman Centre 117-119

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Colby Powell Performance Horses 104, 106-109 D

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Frierson Atkinson 276 H

Hagale Family Arabians LLC FC, 38, 140

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Harris Show Horses 264, 265

Hickerson Arabians 94

Hollywood Toi Foundation 126, 127

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Kiesner Training Center 56-71

Kirby Arabians LLC 138

Kyrie Arabians 10, 11 L

Lowe Show Horse Centre 123

Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc. 276 N

Nathan Kent Performance Horses 113 O

O’Neill, Janna 136 Orrion Farms 23-29

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The Hat Lady 276 The Timberidge Family LLP 264, 265 V

Vicki Humphrey Training Center 42-49 W

Wilkins Livestock Insurers, Inc. 276 Z

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