Arabian Horse Times Vol. 53, No.5 - Issue #5

GRATEFUL FOR THIS MOTHER & DAUGHTER WHO GRACE OUR PASTURES AND INSPIRE US DAILY

2015 Arabian Mare (Bey Ambition x AP Sheez Sassy)

1994 Arabian Mare (Bey Shah x Spiritual Grace)

Owner/Publisher

Lara Ames

Managing Editor

Charlene Deyle

Production Manager

Melissa Pasicznyk

Advertising Account Executive

Lesley Blain Mazur

Contributing Editor

Mary Kirkman

Contributing Writers

Beth Hunziker

Jeff Wallace

Contributing Designers

Jaime Johnson

Emily Maita

Cat McKenna

Brandy Phillips

Riyan Rivero

Ashley Toye

Jenn Trickey

AHT Abroad Director of Creative & Operational Development

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Show Operations & Digital Support

Meaghan Estes

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COMMENTS from the publisher

HOW WE CARE FOR THOSE WE LOVE

One thing I think most of us who love Arabian horses can agree on is that we are a community. Our enjoyment of our horses binds us together. We come to care about each other; we celebrate victories with each other and we come together in times of tragedy. We are, in other words, one big, extended family. With family, though, can come heartache. How we handle that is important—what we can do about it and how we can recognize our own role in making it better or worse.

Lately, we have had to suffer the loss of people or horses at too young an age. And unfortunately, some have been by freak accident or reasons where there were red flags earlier that went unrecognized. That’s been particularly hard to handle and there is the lingering thought, “Couldn’t we have done something? Couldn’t we have helped?”

Due to the size of our breed, we are a small family. Those of us who participate in competition are often aware of what is going on with others who show or breed the horses we ride or handle. We can see the pressure that is on a lot of trainers. Many are treated as rock stars and all feel the pressure to succeed; some feel as if they are only as good as their latest champion, precipitating super highs and desperate lows. For those who succumb to the entertainment lifestyle, it is especially hard.

It is not hard to understand that burnout is a constant possibility, and when that happens the unthinkable can happen. They crack under the pressure. Maybe they go over the top on how they treat the horse, or maybe they let psychology play too much of a role and don’t go with their gut (perhaps better) instinct. They rush or panic. Often there are signs when something is “off.”

The horse has a way to tell us when things are not right; all you have to do is look them in the eye and watch their demeanor, and there is no credible reason to rush a horse or the time it takes them to advance on their own—if the horseman is balanced in his or her own life.

As a family, we need to come together and support one another, to try to prevent breakdowns from happening. We don’t want to “be there” for a person or a horse after it is too late.

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One thing we all can do routinely is covered by something my dad always said and I try to live by: “If you can’t say something nice or to a person’s face, don’t say it at all.” There are a lot of social tensions in the world these days, especially on the internet, and it’s all too easy for keyboard warriors to fire off all kinds of criticism with the potential to wound possibly already wounded people. It will help the horses if we can stop to consider that the horsemen may need help too.

In the last year, I have had two people in the industry build on my dad’s advice. “In our business,” one said, “you do not have to be the life of the party, you just need to be at the party.” The other noted, “We all come together as an industry when it is too late. We need to be there for each other and give support when they need us, not when it is too late.”

I hope we think about that. Really, let’s do more than think. Let’s act on it. Let’s look at the whole picture and try to help both our horses and the people who might be under extreme pressure.

These Arabians that we love are known to be loyal to us. They’re good companions. They are valued for stamina, beauty, intelligence, and gentleness, and all of us that love them can be the same. Let’s learn from them as we view our friends and associates in the community, and think of what we do as more than a business or a sport or an occupation. This is about our love for Arabian horses and the community they offer us. Let’s do what’s best for everyone.

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Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 19-49 with Jennifer Hagale

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ABS H/A Country

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$100,000 Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity with Chris Wilson

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Arabian Country English Pleasure Futurity with Chris Wilson

A res eir x Ne ada Spiri VA

Arabian Country English Pleasure Junior Horse with Chris Wilson

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Arabian Country English

Pleasure AAOTR Maturity

Arabian Country English

Pleasure AAOTR 40-59 with Jamie Hagale

A res eir x N le Aphr di ie

Arabian Country English Pleasure with Chris Wilson

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H/A English Pleasure

Junior Horse with Chris Wilson

AEPA Equine Athlete

$50,000 H/A

Saddle Seat Futurity with Chris Wilson

N le ra ehear x SF Malinah

Arabian English Pleasure Junior Horse with Chris Wilson

Arabian English Pleasure

AAOTR Maturity with Jennifer Hagale

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Arabian English Pleasure Futurity with Chris Wilson

SF A ersh x Ames i ine

NATIONAL CHAMPION

Arabian Mares AAOTH with Jamie Hagale

FA El Shawan xTN Mariani Trained by Orrion Farms

Arabian Mares AAOTH with Jim Hagale

Emerald J x Vesperra Trained by Orrion Farms

Arabian 2-Year-Old Geldings with Andrew Sellman

Breeding Pays Futurity Colts/Geldings with Jamie Hagale

EKS Alihandro x OFW Praise Trained by Orrion Farms

CP COCO CHANEL (HA Toskcan Sun x CP Visionaire)

2019 Arabian Mare | Country Pleasure

DEBONHEIR DGL (Afires Heir x Felicia Afire)

2012 Arabian Gelding | National Champion & Multiple Reserve Wins Country, Driving, Am/Youth Ready

EF LOUIS VUITTON (Afires Heir x Social Light)

2020 Arabian Gelding | Hunter Pleasure

OFW VAQUERO (Kanz Al Bidayer x RHR Lovely)

2018 Arabian Gelding | Reserve National Champion Halter Broke to Ride, Hunter/Western prospect

Contact Chris Wilson 417.761.2031 Jen Wilson 602.616.6672

HagaleFamilyArabians.com @hagalefamilyarabians

CP Coco Chanel

EF Louis Vuitton

Debonheir DGL OFW Vaquero

MID SUMMER

NATIONAL CHAMPION

WESTERN PLEASURE

JUNIOR HORSE

REGION 12

RESERVE CHAMPION

WESTERN PLEASURE

JUNIOR HORSE

SCOTTSDALE

RESERVE CHAMPION

WESTERN PLEASURE

JUNIOR HORSE

Sundance Kid Vx PA Vinchenza Always | Proudly owned by Jacqui Reed Trained by Joe Reser of Shamrock Farms, Michele Reser, 574.527.7090

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WESTERN PLEASURE MATURITY

U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION WESTERN PLEASURE MATURITY

U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION WESTERN PLEASURE JR.HORSE

MID SUMMER NATIONAL CHAMPION WESTERN PLEASURE OPEN

2023 MID SUMMER NATIONAL CHAMPION WESTERN PLEASURE AOTR CHOICE 2023 MID SUMMER NATIONAL CHAMPION WESERTN PLEASURE AAOTR 50 & OVER 2023 SCOTTSDALE CHAMPION WESTERN PLEASURE AAOTR 50 & OVER

U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION AWPA $100,000 WESTERN PLEASURE FUTURITY

SUMMER NATIONAL CHAMPION AWPA $15,000

Monticello V x Pia WB | Proudly owned by Andrea & Richard Martoglio Trained by Joe Reser of Shamrock Farms, Michele Reser, 574.527.7090

2023 MID SUMMER NATIONAL CHAMPION H/A

WESTERN PLEASURE JR. HORSE (5 YEARS)

2023 REGION 14 UNANIMOUS CHAMPION H/A WESTERN PLEASURE AAOTR

U.S. NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION H/A WESTERN PLEASURE FUTURITY

Poco Van Star Two x Rocky Roze | Proudly owned by Represent Equine LLC Trained by Joe Reser of Shamrock Farms, Michele Reser, 574.527.7090

NATIONAL TOP TEN

ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE

AAOTR 60 & Over with Carol Skeuse-Hart

Owned by Springwater Farms

VCP Magnifire x GSF Ambienze

HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE

AAOTR 60 & Over with Carol Skeuse-Hart

Bred & owned by Springwater Farms

Vegaz x Mona

HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE

AAOTR 60 & Over with Nancy Maximuck

Owned by Nancy Maximuck

Afire Bey V x Sweet ‘N Nutty

ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE

AAOTR 60 & Over with Nancy Maximuck

Owned by Nancy Maximuck

Afire Bey V x Singularcylection

Owned

ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE

AAOTR 60 & Over with Elaine Finney

Owned by Elaine Finney

Hermez E x RA Khaliope

NATIONAL TOP TEN

Owned by Elaine Finney Khadraj NA+++/ x Gai Alicia

Half-Arabian Gelding

VJ Royal Heir x Kalarama’s Northern Princess

Sired by VJ Royal Heir, Ima Royal will show at U.S. Nationals in the H/A Country Pleasure Open with Bob Phillips. Tall, square moving and impressive horse.

is beautiful Hunter Pleasure gelding has another year of the junior horse division and could be your next youth or amateur mount. Fancy with good motion.

is fancy English Pleasure mount has tons of quality for an open or amateur rider. She was Reserve Champion at East Coast Championships & National Top Ten.

VJ Royal Heir x GSF Synchronize

A young country English pleasure prospect, ready to be shown.

Balanced and mannered, this is a great Country horse for the open or amateur rider.

Half-Arabian Gelding

Forrest A re x Undulata’s Queen For A Day

Just getting started on his show career in the H/A Country English Pleasure division.

Bob Phillips or Lyric Phillips, 973.214.7664 Or come by our stalls at the in-gate aisle of the Ford Truck Arena.

Mare IXL Noble Express x A es Quinta

A young country English pleasure prospect, ready to be shown.

2017 Chestnut

2018 Chestnut Arabian

2010 Chestnut Half-Arabian Mare SF Specs Shocwave x Material Princess

2016 Black Arabian Mare Black Daniels x Psolitare A re

2019 Bay Arabian Gelding Inception x GSF Synchronize

2019 Bay Arabian Gelding

2016 Bay

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“Ask me to show you poetry in motion, and I will show you a horse ... this horse!”

Khaja J x Blue Moon J+/ Bred by Larry Jerome | Owned by The Pitassi Family

A very heartfelt thank you to Larry Jerome for the opportunity to own this special horse, who has realized Brooke’s dreams. We look forward to his bright future career in the western pleasure arena.

Congratulations to Brooke Pitassi-Barrett on the NEVER-BEEN-DONE-BEFORE AWPA Purebred AND Half-Arabian AOTR National Championships!

2023 Mid Summer National Champion AWPA $15,000 Half-Arabian Western Pleasure AAOTR Maturity with Brooke Pitassi 2023 Mid Summer National Champion Western Pleasure Jr. Horse (3&4 Year Old) with Brett Becker

2023 U.S. NATIONAL AWPA $50,000 HALF-ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE FUTURITY WITH BRETT BECKER

Onyx A x Kheanne+//

Bred by Becker Stables | Owned by The Pitassi Family

2023 U.S. NATIONAL WESTERN PLEASURE AAOTR MATURITY WITH BROOKE PITASSI-BARRETT

2023 Mid Summer National Champion AWPA $15,000 Western Pleasure AAOTR Maturity with Brooke Pitassi-Barrett

2022 Mid Summer National Champion Western Pleasure Jr. Horse (3&4 Year Old) with Brett Becker

2023 Region I Champion Western Pleasure Jr. Horse with Brett Becker

2023 Region I Champion Western Pleasure AAOTR with Brooke Pitassi-Barrett

Khadraj NA+++/ x RA Kela

Owned by The Gudgeon Family Standing at Becker Stables | Call 530.477.5588

Khadraj NA+++/ x RA Kela

2023 Mid Summer National Top Ten (3rd) AWPA

$15,000 Western Pleasure AAOTR Maturity with Corrine Gudgeon

2023 Youth National Champion Western Pleasure JOTR 14 & Under

2023 Youth National Reserve Champion Western Pleasure Select JTR 14 & Under with Megan Gudgeon

Rodan Ltd+// x Lenas Mikimoto Congatulations to new owner Theresa Letellier

Ridden to roses by Haley Waldschmidt Youth National Unanimous Champion Half-Arabian Western Pleasure Select JTR 15-18

WC KHANSPIRACY Youth National Unanimous Champion Half-Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Choice

JK BLACK ORCHID Youth National Champion Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Choice

KARMEL EL JULLYEN V Youth National Champion Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Select

IMA ROCKIN POP STAR Youth National Champion Half-Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Select

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2022 AHTIMES YOUTH NATIONAL HIGH POINT RIDER (TIED)

ORCHID Youth National Unanimous Champion Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Elite

JUST AMAZINGG Youth National Champion Half-Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Elite

Proudly owned by Franklin Farm LLC

Multi-Program Nominated Sire

For breeding information contact Ashton Kiesner 865-556-0412

ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE OPEN WITH JOEL KIESNER

AAOTR 50 & OVER WITH DIANE FRANKLIN

Mamage x KW Sapphire

Prosuasion x Heirs Noble Love

Proudly owned & bred by Karlton & Mary Anne Jackson For breeding information contact Ashton Kiesner 865-556-0412

ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE WITH JOEL KIESNER

2023 PB Colt Prosuaded By Love x KT Stormborn

A res Heir x Noble Aphroditie

Proudly owned by Karlton Jackson & Emily Shippee

ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE

AAOTR 19-49 WITH EMILY SHIPPEE

Proudly owned by Rancho Las Potrancas, Felix & Ceci Cantu, Mexico City, Mexico

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

ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE OPEN WITH WYATT BUDD

Black Daniels x HA Ghrace Under Fire

HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE OPEN WITH JOEL KIESNER AAOTR 60 & OVER WITH CHRIS GILLHAM

A res Heir x Coconut Cream Pie Proudly owned by Christina Gillham

HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE

JR. HORSE WITH JOEL KIESNER

Black Daniels x under Woman

Proudly bred & owned by Sherman Ranch eshermanranch.com

A res Heir x Colette Ames

Proudly bred & owned by Cedar Ridge Farm

ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE WITH ASHTON KIESNER

HA Toskcan Sun x Mis Superior Proudly owned by Debbie Buszka

ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE

JR. HORSE WITH ASHTON KIESNER AAOTR 50 & OVER WITH DEBBIE BUSZKA

Baskghazi x Only Girl In Town

Proudly owned by LaRue Allen

HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE WITH WYATT BUDD

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

HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 50 & OVER WITH DR. JOE KINNARNEY

ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE OPEN

AAOTR 50 & OVER WITH DR. JOE KINNARNEY

A res Heir x SA Adriana

Proudly owned by Dr. Joe Kinnarney

A res Heir x Ritida

Proudly owned by Dr. Joe Kinnarney

HALF-ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE JR. HORSE WITH JOEL KIESNER

AAOTR 60 & OVER WITH DR. JOE KINNARNEY

ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE

AAOTR 60 & OVER WITH DR. JOE KINNARNEY

Saxton DGL x SA Adriana

Proudly bred & owned by Dr. Joe Kinnarney

On August 29, 2023, Joe Kinnarney surprised everyone: his longtime trainer, Joel Kiesner; one of the top equine photographers in the world, Stuart Vesty; several farm sta ; and, he admits, himself.

It started out an ordinary pre-Nationals photo shoot, featuring A res Heir, the mega sire Kinnarney purchased in 2022 a er breeding to him for years. At the U.S. Nationals this year, several of those o spring will be showing with both Joel and Joe, but today, the camera was just for the stallion who has written so much history in the Arabian breed.

In the morning, Joe suited up in his riding habit and let “Captain,” as A res Heir is known to his friends, take him for a ride in the ring, and in the a ernoon, in casual clothes, he was in the saddle again for a tour of the farm. ey went everywhere, even an open eld with grass belly high, A res Heir’s legs winking above the green until nally he broke into a gallop, his strides as rhythmic as his signature trot.

And somewhere along the way, the crew saw a transformation. Joe’s face, usually just focused and pleasant, exploded with joy—beamed, radiated, glowed, the absolute abandon of the sunlit a ernoon with his horse returning him to his childhood. He’d loved that stallion for years, fed him carrots whenever he came to the barn, scratched his neck, rubbed his muzzle, marveled at what a work of art Captain is. Now they were getting it on record, images to remember for time to come.

It even happened in the quiet moments. Joe hooked up a lead shank and the two went for a walk around the farm, down the lane next to a pasture of mares who all raised their heads, ears icking up in greeting. As A res Heir regally gazed back, Joe, feeling very much like a king’s equerry, glowed with pride.

“It was like a fairytale,” Kiesner says. “Here’s this guy, an uber-accomplished businessman and veterinarian— there’s not much he hasn’t done well—and riding this horse brings him back to his 10-year-old self. All his life, he’s dreamed of owning a horse like this, and guess what, he gets to enjoy it. Joe and his horse were having the best day of their lives.”

His voice catches. “I can’t tell you how beautiful it was—sure, A res Heir is a famous horse, with lots of famous babies. And he’s the leading sire, no doubt about it—he’s won everything there is to win and his babies are winning everything there is to win. But this horse is much more than that; he is loved by this grown-up kid (you might as well call Joe a boy, for the way he looked).” He pauses. “If that doesn’t touch your heart, you need to get checked.”

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“It came out of the blue,” Joe re ects. “I knew it was going to be enjoyable, but I never in my wildest dreams thought it would be like it was. I mean, who gets to gallop an A res Heir through a eld? Let me tell you, I don’t know who had more fun. His ears were up and I was grinning—it was unbelievable, the thrill of this moment in time with this incredible horse was just over the top.”

And A res Heir? “He was having a ball,” Joe chuckles, and adds, “I’ve always enjoyed horses; they’ve been my passion, and there have been times in my career when there was just me and the horse. But this was bonding. It was just this great horse and I having fun. It was thrilling—I had goosebumps. It was like, omigod, I’m here.” g

by MARY

| Photos by STUART VESTY

Jiuliusz De Wiec x Chili Pepper V

PRESENTED BY RODOLFO GUZZO for proud owners, Danubius Arabians

Represented by and Standing at Royal Arabians | Scottsdale, AZ | www.RoyalArabians.com

AJ Radman x Yara Yaser | Presented by Mr. Rodolfo Guzzo, for proud owners Yaser Stud Represented by Royal Arabians | www.RoyalArabians.com

SCOTTSDALE JUNIOR CHAMPION FILLY

OFW Magic Wan x Sahara Daghirah

Presented by Mr. Rodolfo Guzzo, for proud owners Eric & Karen England

Represented by Royal Arabians | www.RoyalArabians.com

Royal Asad x Elegance AL SCOTTSDALE INTERNATIONAL SILVER CHAMPION COLT

BREEDING PAYS 2-YR-OLD COLTS

Presented by Mr. Rodolfo Guzzo

Owned by Cindy McGown or Mark Davis & Agropecuária Leopoldino LTDA www.RoyalArabians.com

El Tino x Yasmin HWM

U.S. NATIONAL RESERVE CHAMPION

ARABIAN MARES AAOTH

Presented by Amanda Pagan

Owned by Cindy McGown & Mark Davis www.RoyalArabians.com

Royal Asad x Seduction HBV

BREEDING PAYS 2-YR-OLD FILLIES

Presented by Mr. Rodolfo Guzzo

Owned by Cindy McGown & Mark Davis www.RoyalArabians.com

El Tino x Giuliana El Shawan

JUNIOR MARES

Presented by Ricardo Rivero

Owned by Cindy McGown or Mark Davis & Agropecuária Leopoldino LTDA www.RoyalArabians.com

FOUNDATION ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY

EXTRAORDINARILILY

Baske Afire x Emayzing Grace

Owned and bred by Strawberry Banks Farm

National Champion Country English Pl Futurity

Region 14 Champion Country English Pl Jr Horse

Vesty Photo

Shatzberg Photo

HALF ARABIAN COUNTRY

ENGLISH AAOTR & PLEASURE DRIVING OPEN

SNAP CHAT VH

SF Aftershoc x Undulata’s Chick Chat

Owned by Lissa Chur

National Champion Country Pl Driving

Region 12 Top 5 Country English Pl AAOTR

McCarthy Photos

RUBI SLIPPERS

Coltrane SS x ROL Fire Mist

Owned & bred by Strawberry Banks Farm

Region 14 Arabian English Pl 3 Yr Old Stake Champion

McCarthy Photos

PLEASURE JUNIOR HORSE

Purely Platinum

A Temptation x Princess of Baske

Owned & Bred by Strawberry Banks Farm

Region 14 Top Five Arabian Country

English Pleasure Junior Horse

McCarthy Photo

Chennin Blanc

Inception x Chardonnay DGL

Owned & Bred by Strawberry Banks Farm

Region 14 Reserve Champion Arabian Country English Pleasure Junior Horse

McCarthy Photos

SHOW HACK OPEN & AOTR

HALF ARABIAN ENGLISH

ETHEREALL FIRE

Afire Bey V x Ritida

Owned by Lissa Chur

Region 12 & Region 14 Champion

HA English Show Hack Open & AOTR

McCarthy Photos

AFIRES REJOICE

Afire Bey V x Joleen WB

Owned by Conway Arabi s

Arabian Country Pleasure Driving

Arabian Country Pleasure Driving AOTD

ABS Arabian Country English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot

Shatzberg Photo

ARABIAN MOUNTED NATIVE

COSTUME OPEN & AOTR

A TRUE TEMPTATION

A Temptation x A Blessing

Owned & bred by Strawberry Banks Farm

Region 12 & Region 14 Champion

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McCarthy Photos

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Western Pleasure AAOTR 40-59 & ATR Select with Tiffiny Barta

We are honored by the opportunity to own this great stallion, special to so many. His book will remain open to those who love him.

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AMES DIVINE & DIVINELY MINE CRF

ROL Divine Style+/ x Julietta Ames

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ROHARA ARABIANS’ with Claudinei Machado

U.S. NATIONAL CONTENDERS

ROHARA CARPE DIEM

(Ibn Farid x DM Jacaranda by Trussardi) TWO-YEAR-OLD GELDINGS

SERAYA EL SEEF

(Seef Al Shahania x Evoque by Versace) FUTURITY FILLIES

ROHARA FIDELITY

(Ibn Farid x PA Pasha by EVG Gentry) FUTURITY GELDINGS

In 2023, We Welcomed ese Outstanding Foals:

ROHARA MISS ZOBAIR (SHARIF AL ZOBAIR X ROHARA MARCELLA)

ROHARA NOBLESSE (IBN FARID X DIAMOND OF AZRAFF)

ROHARA PATINA (IBN FARID X VALENTINO’S PENELOPE)

ROHARA MARCQUESSA (QR MARC X BH WINDPSONG)

ROHARA DENALI (IBN FARID X DANUSHKA IA)

ROHARA SCEPTER (PRELUDIO OSB X ROHARA KHIVA)

U.S. NATIONAL CONTENDERS

WIEZAS DYNASTY ABS Yearling Fillies with Claudinei Machado

WR SILKK OBSESSION Senior Mares 6 & Over with Claudinei Machado

MY FAIR LADY GA Mares 3 & Over AAOTH with Sharon Vega

TAWNY KITAEN PMA Half-Arabian Futurity Fillies with Claudinei Machado

THE KINGSLAYER PMA Half-Arabian Geldings with Claudinei Machado

ARABIANS’ with Claudinei Machado & Sharon Vega

Sharon Vega, Reddick, Florida

FROM NOVICE TO U.S. NATIONALS

How One Amateur Owner Is Realizing Her Dream

How can a person who is a complete novice go from an absolute beginner to U.S. Nationals competition in just a few short months? Sharon Vega, a Florida Arabian horse owner and AOTH novice, gave her answer, “Early in 2022, I met Roxann Hart of Rohara Arabians. Since then, she has become my mentor and friend and has helped me to acquire some truly wonderful horses. rough Roxann, I met Claudinei Machado, the trainer at Rohara Arabians. A er working together just a few times, he convinced me that I could show and win at the regionals, and at the U. S. Nationals as well. It’s been an absolute whirlwind of excitement and hard work, but I know it will all be worth it when I enter the ring at this year’s U.S. National Championships for the very rst time – it will be a dream come true.”

Sharon may be new to showing in halter when she competes at Tulsa this year, but her journey with Arabian horses began decades ago. In 2005, she bought a gelding for her son. For years, Sharon’s primary focus was on the Class A performance arena, supporting her son who showed in Western Pleasure. Sharon also attended the Scottsdale show and U.S. Nationals whenever possible. Watching the superstars of the breed, Sharon was content watching from the rail. She never dreamed that one day she would compete alongside them with a superstar of her own.

In 2022, Sharon decided to up her game and bought two fabulous two-year-old Half-Arabians, e Kingslayer PMA and Tawny Kitaen PMA, both Scottsdale and U.S. National Champions. Her long-term plan was to start them in performance training when they matured. However, in the meantime, she wanted to try something new and have them shown in halter. Sharon Vega’s debut as a halter horse owner was a great success. At the 2022 Region 12 Championships, her new horses were both named Champion in their respective classes. Sharon’s success as an owner continued with her horses winning the titles of East Coast Champion and U.S. National Champion, shown by Claudinei Machado. Later that year, Sharon and Roxann visited Midwest Training Centre, where she was completely captivated with an exquisite weanling lly, Wiezas Dynasty (Supreme Justice ORA x Wieza Noor ORA), and immediately bought her.

In 2023, Sharon attended the Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show. Following months of diligent lessons with Claudinei, Sharon stepped into one of the most formidable halter arenas in the world as a competitor for the very rst time. She presented e Kingslayer PMA and Tawny Kitaen PMA and was Top Ten with both. Also, her lly, Wiezas Dynasty, was named Champion Yearling Filly in the Arabian Breeders’ Cup, presented by Midwest Training Centre. While at the show, Sharon saw two incredible mares she had to have: the exquisitely beautiful WR Silkk Obsession (Hariry Al Shaqab x Major Love A air) and

the amazing My

Fair Lady GA (Aria Impresario x Cinderella

By Davinci). Sharon now owned a string of world-class show horses more beautiful than she had ever dreamed of.

Sharon continued to show her horses through the spring, building her con dence and skills, and earning the title of Region 12 Mare Champion AOTH with My Fair Lady GA. e lessons and practice will continue right up to the U.S. Nationals where Sharon will bring ve of her horses including My Fair Lady GA with whom Sharon will make her national show ring debut in Purebred Mares 3-Years and Over AAOTH. Sharon’s remaining four horses will be presented by Claudinei Machado and they include: Wiezas Dynasty in ABS Yearling Fillies, WR Silkk Obsession in Senior Mares 6-Years and Over, e Kingslayer PMA in Half-Arabian Futurity Geldings, and Tawny Kitaen PMA in Half-Arabian Futurity Fillies.

Sharon is proof that the ful llment of a life’s dream is possible, but only if you NEVER give up. She acknowledges those closest to her who helped and guided her along the way… “Claudinei Machado is a phenomenal trainer, instructor and more, he is a true horseman. I respect him for his natural talent and skills, but even more, I respect his professionalism, his incredible work ethic, and his kindness and compassion for the horses placed in his care. I deeply appreciate the fact that the horses ALWAYS come rst with him. eir physical and mental well being are his top priority and it shows in their attitudes towards him – they are willing, con dent, and happy. Claudinei is the most astute horseman I’ve ever met and I owe the success I have achieved in the show ring to him – I could not have done this without him. Furthermore, developing an eye for great horses is learned and even a er watching from the sidelines for decades, I have learned more than ever from Roxann Hart, a truly great breeder and friend.”

What does the future hold for Sharon Vega and her dream team?

“Although I am laser focused on showing at the U.S. Nationals right now, I look forward to learning more about breeding as well as welcoming the foals we are expecting next year. What an exciting future full of beautiful Arabian horses. is really is my dream come true!”

Sharon Vega, Roxann Hart and Claudinei Machado

MICHAEL WHELIHAN

A Lesson In Determination

What would you do if you had a life-changing accident? How would you continue if your livelihood was taken from you, and your purpose, your passion were no longer viable possibilities? Would you sink into the ashes or rise like a phoenix?

In June, 2016, Arabian horse trainer Michael Whelihan su ered a heart attack while at the Region IV show in Idaho and as a result, he lost his vision. e long term prognosis was not positive. Michael was told that he would recover physically, but he would never regain his sight. A er being released from the hospital, Michael returned to Washington and took stock of his situation. He was profoundly grateful for the second chance at life he had been given and he was determined to make the most of it - he would retire and enjoy his life.

In August, 2017, Michael returned home to his daughter, Carlyn, and her family in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. He took with him his two half-Arabian mares, I Love Lucyy and Churchbells. ere was a barn nearby where he boarded his mares and as soon as he was settled, he began going there and working around the horses as best as he could. Michael was not completely blind, he could see vague shapes and shadows, which certainly helped his situation, but his life with such limited vision was a constant struggle.

Although his body was healed, his heart was broken. He felt he had lost much more than his vision. Michael had been a horseman since he was a boy. Horses are in his blood and they had always been the driving force of his life. At times he wondered if that part of his life was over. However, as he became more comfortable with his new surrounding, he found that being around the horses, working with them, li ed his spirits and gave him a new found hope for the future.

Wanting to remain as active as possible, Michael was able to attend the 2017 U.S. Nationals with the assistance of friends and his faithful sidekick Lizzie, his English Shephard, who never leaves his side. Michael said, “Being around the horses and friends, feeling the hustle and bustle of the showgrounds again felt so good.” He returned home more determined than ever to make the most of his “second chance”. Working with Carlyn, he soon found he could ride a little, just at the walk, but he was back in the saddle and it felt like home.

e years that followed were a time of easing back into life training and breeding horses. Working seven days a week, little

by little, Michael expanded what he could do. In 2018, Michael found a special Saddlebred mare which Carlyn purchased in partnership with her mom, Lori. Michael owned a breeding to the great Saddlebred stallion, WGC Nutcracker’s Nirvana, and they bred the new mare to him. e next year, Carlyn and Lori’s mare foaled a spectacular black colt bound for greatness. ey named him Holy Smokes.

In 2020, the Covid virus hit and all showing ceased. Michael stayed busy at the barn working his horses. With each day, his abilities and con dence grew. Of course, there were di culties and setbacks, but Carlyn and her family, the horses, and friends were always there to li Michael’s spirits and give him the motivation he needed to continue - giving up was never an option. e horses and his family became more important than ever, they were his lifeline. roughout his recovery, Michael relied on friends for their help and support including his friend Sharee. Over the years, Sharee’s assistance created a special bond and friendship. During this time Michael realized just how important Sharee had become to him and he was to her. ey tied the knot and were married in September with a small private ceremony.

In 2021 and 2022, life slowly returned to normal. Michael stayed the course, working his horses seven days a week. He, Sharee, and Carlyn attended as many shows as their schedules would allow. e mares he had brought to Canada, I Love Lucyy and Churchbells, became seasoned show horses winning on a regular basis at Scottsdale, Regionals, and Nationals. Among their many wins together, Sharee and Churchbells brought home the roses with their Canadian National Championship ride in Country Pleasure Select Rider. Carlyn and I Love Lucyy were also a formidable team winning at Scottsdale and bringing home a Top Ten award from the U.S. National Championships.

In 2023, the Whelihans went to Scottsdale, not to show, but to look for horses. ey found an interesting prospect, which they bought. Her name is Dot Dot Dot. “Dottie” proved to be a very talented mare and she seemed to sync well with Michael’s style of training. ey worked so well together that one day he thought to himself, “I wonder if I could show her?” When he told Sharee his idea, she was speechless and when he took his saddle seat suit to the tailor, she knew he was 100% serious. Once again, his relentless drive and determination impressed her. A few weeks later, they loaded up the horses and headed for the Canadian National Championships.

“It meant a lot to me to see my dad overcome many odds and do what he loves and does best. To see him ride into the ring was a memory I’ll never forget… that night I told him to “just do what you always do Dad”. Well he certainly gave us all a brilliant performance and had Dot looking amazing. He just has the touch. You can take away his sight but you can’t take away his drive, consistency and determination. It’s been a journey to create our new normal. I have seen him ght for his life and to take charge and show again with a huge disability. It is nothing short of a miracle and we praise God for each moment of every day. I am very proud to call him my Dad and thankful for everyone who supports us.” ~ Carlyn Wall Arabian Horse Times | 154 | Volume 53, No. 5

e night before his class, Michael worked Dottie in the arena. Sharee helped him navigate by using his phone and an earbud, and telling him when to turn or to straighten out. As he rode, Michael says reality set in and he momentarily questioned what he was doing. He regained his resolve knowing only one other horse was entered in the class. It would be ridden by Yvonne Copple, his former assistant trainer in Washington, who told him to just ride the class and she would stay out of his way.

Half-Arabian Park Horse was the nal class on Friday night. As Michael and Dottie were led up to the ring, he became concerned about making it through the gate. But as soon as Dottie saw the arena, there was no stopping her. Michael shared the next few moments, “Going through the gate was like plunging into a pool - it was a rush! I mentally shut o my vision and rode purely by instinct. Sharee again helped me navigate the arena by phone, with the approval of the ring steward.

“It was amazing… I felt like myself again for the rst time in seven years. Before the class I had told Sharee and Carlyn, ‘I don’t care if I am Champion or not. I am doing this for me. I want to prove to myself that I can do this. As far as I’m concerned, I win when I go through that gate!’ For the rst lap or two, I rode pretty cautiously, but with each step, my con dence grew. By the end of the class, I wasn’t holding back at all, I gave it everything I had. Dot felt my con dence and she gave it her all too. It was incredible. When we lined up for the judges –Greg Gallun, Ted Carson, and Brian Scoggins – I felt great. Ted Carson told me it was an honor to judge me… I have to say, that

meant a lot. e icing on the cake was winning the championship - unanimously - what a thrill!”

Now that Michael Whelihan has shown the world – and himself – what he is capable of, what’s next for this incredible horseman? He says he intends to continue training and breeding half-Arabians and purebred Saddlebreds from his World Champion Saddlebred mares. He just wants to enjoy his life with the horses, his wonderful family, and a few select clients.

Recovery cannot be accomplished alone, it takes a lot of support. Michael was fortunate to have his daughter, Carlyn, and his wife, Sharee, by his side. He wanted to share this about his special girls, “A er the accident, I didn’t know what I was going to do. Carlyn saved me when she brought me back home. Sharee has helped me through so much. I am so lucky and proud she is my wife. Together, they got me to where I am today. I couldn’t have done any of this without them, they are my everything.

“It would be impossible to thank everyone who has helped me, you know who you are and how much you mean to me. I also thank e Arabian Horseman’s Distress Fund for the help and support they gave me throughout my recovery. I thank you all!”

If there is a lesson to be learned from this story of determination, it would be: NEVER give up on your dreams! e passion for Arabian and Half-Arabian horses has healed so many people. It gives us purpose, connection, ful llment, and boundless joy - just ask Michael Whelihan.

“What can I say about this man and what he has accomplished through sheer determination, hard work, and the incredible talent and skills he possesses. I am so proud of him for never giving up. Every day he goes to work and does his thing with such consistency and consideration for his horses. He is so kind to his family, friends, clients, and of course the horses. I love how he impacts people’s lives and inspires our community. We are all better because of him... I know I am. I love him and I’m proud to be his wife.” ~

Top le : World Champion WCC Holy Smokes & Victor Botha, Bottom le : Carlyn, Mike, and Sharee, Center: Canadian National Champion Dot Dot Dot & Michael Whelihan, Top right: Canadian National Champion Churchbells & Sharee Whelihan, Bottom right: U.S. National Top Ten I Love Lucyy & Carlyn Wall

Sharee Whelihan

JUDGES’ PERSPECTIVE

IN-HAND/BREEDING

CINDY REICH

Fort Collins, CO

# of years a judge: 47 # of shows judged this year: 2

What are you looking for when a horse enters the arena in a loose lead walk?

A horse moving freely forward, interested and proud of itself. e best way to judge balance, substance, carriage and length of neck is at the loose walk. Horses that are intimidated, held tightly under the chin, kept from moving forward because of a whip being held in front of the chest as they walk—all these things make the horse look less than they really are.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge?

Intimidated, scared or clearly anxious horses being presented.

When you walk the line at the end of the class, what are you looking for?

I rarely walk the line after I have judged the class. I am con dent in what I have seen and one more look isn’t going to change things. I learned a long time ago as a livestock judge in competitions, that when you change a placing at the last minute, it is invariably wrong. I will, however, walk the line if I have a very close placing and want to compare one more time. I also don’t like the pressure put on the horses when the judges walk the line one more time. I get the handlers are doing their job and going all out for one last great look, but that is the highest-pressure part of the class for most horses. I’d rather not contribute to that.

For amateurs showing in halter, what show ring attire advice can you give them?

What a great question! e rst thing to remember is we are concentrating on your horse much more than you, but you do want to look professional. It can be simple, from a dress shirt and tie for gentlemen and a nice blouse or jacket and slacks for ladies to more formal wear if it is the championship or evening class. It is important to be comfortable! Wear clothing that allows you to do your job. A subtle or simple accent can be achieved by the color of a tie or for ladies, the color of a blouse—does it complement the color of the horse? Vests are nice for men during daytime showing, then can be enhanced by a jacket for an evening or championship. It is appreciated if the handler’s hair is not obscuring the number on the back. Bling is up to the individual, but don’t outshine your horse! Finally, I don’t mind at all if a handler is wearing running shoes in any class. Your horse can move better if you can run well. But don’t pull out your dirty, tattered gym shoes. Have a pair of clean, neat running shoes if that is what will allow you to do your best job. At the end of the day, the horse is the main focus. You just need to look neat, tidy, clean and professional. But simple is good. e horse should be the star.

GEORGE Z (Jerzy Zbyszewski)

Florida

# of years a judge: 25

# of shows judged this year: 3

What are you looking for when a horse enters the arena in a loose lead walk? I evaluate balance and proportions. Many things change during the stand up. When they walk on a loose lead, you can see the good and the bad much clearer.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge?

e shape of the neck. I hate straight necks with no poll.A horse with a neck like this will never bridle and will always ght the bit. I will forgive a short neck, but it must have shape.

When you walk the line at the end of the class, what are you looking for?

I am just con rming my choices. Usually, I havemy placings done afterthe individual judging.

For amateurs showing in halter, what show ring attire advice can you give them? Remember, you show the horse not yourself.

PAUL C. KOSTIAL

Austin, TX

# of years a judge: 38 # of shows judged this year: 3

What are you looking for when a horse enters the arena in a loose lead walk? Quiet, at-footed movement, unobstructed or enticed by the handler, giving the judges an easy view of the horse walking both directions. e walk is so important for most judges, as it helps discern true conformational qualities of each entry.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? In halter and breeding, it’s so important for handlers to follow very basic procedures, like walking directly towards the centermost judge when called from the rail to center ring. So many “wander” on their way, making it di cult for judges to see the horse’s movement. It’s a critical component that initiates the entry’s individual judging.

When you walk the line at the end of the class, what are you looking for?

I’m usually doing my nal comparisons, evaluating slight di erences between two or three horses, sometimes for champion, and sometimes for any random placing. With each class, you generally have in your mind how it’s lining up so far, so most judges are con rming their choices (in order) at that point, and reviewing any last comparisons mentioned. It’s the last step before a judge puts their signature on their judge’s card.

For amateurs showing in halter, what show ring attire advice can you give them?

For amateur attire in halter, I recommend very simple out ts, simple solid colors not con icting with your horse’s color. Basic deep blues are always great, as are grays and black. Colored clothing can be appealing as long as it’s not too ashy or distracting from your horse. ough attire is important, a polished professional look is most important, and we’re there to judge your horse, not your out t. So, look great, have fun, and enjoy showing our beautiful Arabian horses.Best wishes to all competitors.

BRUCE MCCREA

Edmond, OK

# of years a judge: 47 years USEF/AHA judge &29 years ECAHO judge

# of shows judged this year: 5

What are you looking for when a horse enters the arena in a loose lead walk? e walk is the best time to look for overall quality and judge the body. e stand-up can mask some faults but the walk lets you see more of the true horse. Also, I get a better look at the legs from di erent angles.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge?

Over showing and intimidating the horse. is tends to lead to crouching and the horse not standing properly on their back feet which is going to cost them.

When you walk the line at the end of the class, what are you looking for?

By the time we have judged the last horse, I know what I’m going to do. We’ve seen them at the walk and stand-up, so I will quickly walk the line just to con rm numbers. I don’t like to see judges walking around forever comparing horses!

For amateurs showing in halter, what show ring attire advice can you give them? For amateurs, just dress nicely and wear shoes or boots you can run properly in. Don’t try to be too ashy.

PERFORMANCE

LESLIE K. CONNOR

Joplin, MO

# of years a judge: 48 years

# of shows judged this year: 10+ (various breeds)

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Personally, I believe that “less is more.” I think that, in some cases, the bling is being a little overdone, but it doesn’t a ect my judging the horse, so wear what pleases you!

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge?

I always try to judge on the positives, so I don’t have what I would call my “biggest pet peeve,” but these are a few of the things for which I do deduct points: heads behind the vertical in all classes; gaping mouths; overriding the horse (especially trying to make the strong trot a race to see who can go the fastest); and I would really prefer to not see riders holding their hands three feet apart when using a bosal!

What advice would you give to competitors?

Show your horse to its best advantage, but please try to stay on the rail as much as possible! And, most of all, win or lose, enjoy the wonderful experience of showing at the U.S. Arabian Nationals!

JUDGES’ PERSPECTIVE

CORKY SUTTON

Akron, NY

# of years a judge: 40 # of shows judged this year: 2 large shows

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? Horses circling the judges and getting too close. It is hard to evaluate a performance if the horse is too close to the center of the ring.

What advice would you give to competitors? Aside from liking to see a di erence between the normal and strong trot, enjoy every moment of your ride.

JOYCE THOMAS

Olympia, WA

# of years a judge: 30+

# of shows judged this year: 4

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? e best look is a classy, tailored out t that complements both the horse and rider. e focus is on the horse; don’t be a distraction.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? A rider that quits riding during a class. Don’t give up, keep showing.

What advice would you give to competitors? Congratulate yourself on making it to this level of competition. You have done your homework, now go enjoy your ride.

MARY TROWBRIDGE

Bridgewater, CT

# of years a judge: 33

# of shows judged this year: I was grateful to be invited to adjudicate Four of the industry’s greatest shows this year.

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Wear what makes you feel GREAT! Your joy will be what catches my eye, because your horse will display it.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge?

If I am calling for the walk an abnormal number of times in your class, my advice is to get theeand thy mount to the rail, and out of my face so that I can actually Do. My. Job.Closer to me is NOT in your best interest.

What advice would you give to competitors?

Don’t be afraid to face whatever you need to learn and accomplish prior to the event.Don’t shy away from the struggle and make your lessons and warmups more challenging than the show ring will be.My experience as a competitor is that pretty much anything you are worried about happening in the ring is going to manifest there if you don’t face it outside and gure out how you are going to overcome it! Guaranteed, especially when you are riding our very emotionally evolved Arabian horses.

And know that I, and all my fellow judges, will be rooting for every single competitive team of horse and rider that comes through the gate.Have a blast; we are all so incredibly blessed to have these great horses in our lives, and I am so looking forward to watching you all enjoy the ride!I am positive that every single one of you have earned it.

REINING/COW/RANCH

TOM CROWLEY

Kellogg, MN

# of years a judge: 35

# of shows judged this year: 15

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Understated elegance, which allows the performance of your horse toshine!

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge?

Any display of poor sportsmanship to the gate person, other exhibitors or to your horse.

What advice would you give to competitors? Be prepared, know the rules and enjoy your class.

JUDGES’ PERSPECTIVE

NANCIE WRIGHT

Penrose, CO

# of years a judge: 21

# of shows judged this year: Since 2009

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? I like a simple and professionallook within the rules of the class you are exhibiting in. Remember, we are judging the performance, not your out t.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? I really don’thave any pet peeves. Ijudge on the standards of our rulebook.

What advice would you give to competitors? Do your personal best and remember most of all, have fun!

MARILYN PETERS

Edmond, OK

# of years a judge: 25 # of shows judged this year: 17

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Clothes and accoutrements that are pleasing to the eye and t properly.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? Not running patterns correctly.

What advice would you give to competitors? Ride the horse you have that day to the best of your ability and have fun!

EDWARD “HOOT” BRICKER

Evans City, PA

# of years a judge: 27

# of shows judged this year: 15

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Clean horse and tack; hat shaped and ts correctly; western attire that ts the event showing in.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? Excessive schooling in the Reining classes (amount of time in arena).

What advice would you give to competitors? Know the rules of the event you are competing in. Read the rulebook, it is your friend.

TERRY THOMPSON

Aubrey, TX

# years judging: 40

# of shows this year: 25

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Clean, neat and in good taste according to the class; nothing extravagant.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? Excessive schooling. A nything excessive is not good for the horse industry.

What advice would you give to competitors? Preparation. Never go beyond your horse’s talent.

TRAIL/SHOWMANSHIP/WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP

MYRON KRAUSE

Placida, FL

# of years a judge: 35

# of shows judged this year: 5

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? Don’t wear your hat backwards!

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? Not staying on the rail.

What advice would you give to competitors? Be prepared, be on time, smile often!

JUDGES’ PERSPECTIVE

BRIAN SCOGGINS

Tuscola, IL

# of years a judge: 30 # of shows judged this year: 2 Nationals

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? In Trail competition, conservative dress is suitable; not a lot of bling. I don’t think out on the trail, glitter is wise.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? When someone overrides and over shows their horse in as many classes as they can show in.

What advice would you give to competitors? Enjoy the ride!

JONATHAN VRABEC

Colorado Springs, CO

# of years a judge: Since 1995, but speci cally Arabians, since 2008 # of shows judged this year: I have judged one other Arabian show this year, but all total this year by Nationals, 16 shows of various sizes across three states.

When it comes to show ring attire, what advice would you give to what catches your eye? I don’t pay a lot of attention to attire. I am really focused on the horse and its performance, but in general, attire should be clean, functional and ts the exhibitor and the horse.

What is your biggest pet peeve as a judge? When exhibitors worry about the little things before taking care of the big things.

What advice would you give to competitors? Take your time. When it’s your turn to go, the arena is yours. n

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Profiles

ABBIE SCHWARZ

Amateur/Owner

Colby Powell Performance Horses

Western

Show Industry Improvement

Make it more inclusive for amateurs just starting out. Maybe amateur-trained classes?

Performance Class Efficiency

Add time limits to classes? Say 15 minutes at USN, maybe longer for evening sessions …

Horse Show Ritual

I always remind myself that I’m riding for fun, and that admonishes any nerves before showing. We do this for fun!

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Horses that are unsound behind.

Dream Horse Not Mine

Hmmm, that’s a tough one! There are so many nice horses, but I already feel like I have my dream show horses! I do love that little country horse, Norman Rockwell. How cute is he?

A. LARUE ALLEN

Amateur/Owner

Kiesner Training

# of horses showing at USN: 1

Country English Pleasure Jr. Horse

Show Industry Improvement

I believe that the industry does very well with the diverse cross section it deals with, but possibly more communication from the amateurs and AHA.

Performance Class Efficiency

I have never thought classes moved slowly as a whole. I love seeing the photos taken with owners and trainers. Exhibitors love to show their horses and should have the opportunity to have ring time.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I am sure that breeders look on this favorably. If timing is an issue, surely there is time while the horses are in the arena.

Horse Show Ritual

I give him/her a big smooch and get oil on my lips!

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Let’s hire DJs that are familiar with the classes and know what songs are appropriate. Many times they just have a playlist in general and it does not fit the class in the ring. Also, the sound system for the announcers can be lacking even in some of our more modern facilities.

Dream Horse Not Mine

ROL Ascension. He’s tall, dark and handsome! He is such a beautiful standout in the arena—one horse you honestly can’t take your eyes off. Square on all four corners and makes his job look easy.

ANDREA MARTOGLIO

Amateur/Owner

Shamrock Farms LLC

# of horses showing at USN: 2 Western Pleasure & Halter

Show Industry Improvement

I really did like the couple years when no qualifications were required. I still take young horses to Class A shows for experience, or a more seasoned horse if they need a tune up, but I’d prefer no qualifications for regionals or nationals.

Performance Class Efficiency

I don’t feel they are too long currently. Some judges keep young horses going too long, but all in all, I think they move along fine.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I’d prefer not to have the sire, dam and breeder announced until placing the class.

Horse Show Ritual

I’m usually ready on the early side—it stresses me out to rush. I go over the class in my mind, reminding myself what my trainer has told me. And I always have a conversation with my horse.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

It’s kind of silly, but I hate crooked numbers on a rider’s back.

Dream Horse Not Mine

I love Girl Crush. She is so soft, so feminine and looks like such a joy to ride.

JENNIFER HAGALE DRINNON

Amateur/Owner

Hagale Family Arabians

Show Industry Improvement

I would make it more like the Saddlebred world show, where the classes move faster so that spectators stay more engaged. I think this would help to grow the crowd.

Performance Class Efficiency

Speeding up the tallying process would move things along faster. There are times when we are standing in the lineup for over 20 minutes.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I don’t think it is necessary. That should not influence how horses are judged.

Horse Show Ritual

I try to work out and eat healthy to feel my best to prepare for the show.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Focusing so much on the walk in English and park classes. I know this is an important gait, but a lot of the English and park horses are pretty hot and sometimes we take energy out of them so that they will flat foot walk and I don’t want to take away from the excitement of these horses in these type of classes.

Dream Horse Not Mine

Epoque Kiss, because he stands out from all the rest of the horses and creates excitement for everyone in the stands.

CANDY CONWAY MIKULIK

Amateur/Owner

Colonial Wood Training Center

# of horses showing at USN: 1

Half-Arabian Western Pleasure Maturity, 60 & Over and Select

Show Industry Improvement

More social events at the shows to draw more people to attend and bring more of the Arabian community together. The Gold Star in Iowa was a great example! Let’s keep the classes full!

Performance Class Efficiency

Smaller classes should go faster. I totally understand the judges needing more time with large classes; we all want to be seen. The use of technology to make real time judging means a much shorter time in the lineup.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I don’t see a problem with it since these breeders work hard to breed good conformation, type, neck and the standards of a beautiful Arabian horse.

Horse Show Ritual

For my western pleasure horse, I try to stay very relaxed and keep her relaxed. For English, I usually sing a powerful song in my head. I also like to get in the zone and block out any distractions—Eye Of The Tiger … or alcohol … ha!

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Inconsiderate riders. We should all work together to get our horses shown.

Dream Horse Not Mine

I have my dream western horse—so thankful! For English, Dancin’ On Heir! I love that horse and owner!

MORGAN MOORE Breeder

MLM Arabians

# of horses showing at USN: 3 Western Pleasure & Performance Halter

Biggest Breeding Joy

Seeing the foals we have bred enter the ring for the first time on a major stage. It’s always exciting to celebrate a successful cross that yielded the potential you dreamed of for yourself or for the new owners/trainers. I find an almost equal amount of joy from horses that are beloved by their owners and furthering the reach of the breed even in pleasure homes.

Importance of Pedigree

I focus heavily on tail-female as the leading indicator of a successful cross. There are over 100 mare lines represented in our pedigrees globally, but only a handful of root tail-females that have successfully produced national/international champions consistently. I try to select mares with proven dam lines but place equal importance on evaluating the individual in front of me as well as the phenotypical and genotypical qualities of the sire line. With that said, certain sires are incredibly consistent at producing certain traits and I look to incorporate sires with a strong level of consistency in their offspring.

Past Stallion Semen Choice

There are many sires no longer accessible that I would love to incorporate into my program, but I’m also a strong believer in moving forward and choosing the available successor (either a direct descendant or a contemporary sire with similar qualities). I have seen many great breeders incorporate stallions from previous generations, but our approach is a little different.

Past Mare Embryo Choice

I feel similarly on this item as I do on stallions. I would always choose to move forward to mares of similar bloodlines, direct descendants, or those that incorporate similar qualities. I did lose one mare quite young, Sakara MLM, that I do wish I would have had the opportunity to breed more before her passing.

Fantasy Sire & Dam

For halter, I am a huge fan of what Lulu Marajj and Ava Mariya are producing. From a stallion standpoint, I love our EKS Farajj, AJ Radman, and Dominic offspring. For western, I have always been a fan of mares from the Moska damline (PA Maya, May Dancer V and Monaco Jullyen V all came from this mare) as well as those from Avonlea’s program through Aliage SSA (dam of Omnia A and Onyx A). From a stallion perspective, I have had wonderful luck leveraging Conquest BR and Onyx A, though I really love the way the S.M.A. Magic One foals move.

Breeding Incentive Preference

Consolidated options for nominations. I think the incentive is always there because nominations make the foals so much more valuable, however, I have always wished there was a consolidated nominations platform to help control costs across the disparate programs.

Small Vs. Large Breeders

I define a small breeder as five foals or less on average per year.

Respected Breeder

I look up to so many incredible breeders in the industry, including Marlene Reider, Lenita Perroy, Sigi Siller/Janina Merz, Bart Van Buggenhout, Karl-Heinz Stoeckle, and many more. My list could go on forever and this list is primarily focused on halter horses, but there are many performance breeders I admire, too.

MANDA DANIELESKI

Amateur/Owner

Rooker Training Stable

# of horses showing at USN: 1

Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure Select

Show Industry Improvement

I enjoy the leveling. I also show reining horses and I like competing for a score. I would say maybe more leveling options to make the industry more inclusive. I enjoy the community show atmosphere. We need a good place for amateur trained and owned and beginners.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I think the context is important for judges and the audience. I do not think it creates bias.

Horse Show Ritual

Worry. And remind myself to have fun.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

I do not have one! I love every second!

Dream Horse Not Mine

A park horse! Maybe Apollopalooza. I would have loved just one ride.

JOE KINNARNEY

Amateur/Owner

Kiesner Training

# of horses showing at USN: 8

Arabian English and Country & Half-Arabian English

Show Industry Improvement

Move Nationals back to Freedom Hall.

Performance Class Efficiency

It is important to give competitors the appropriate time in the ring. We shouldn’t try to hurry a class.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I think it is good for the spectators.

Horse Show Ritual

Be sure I wear my “lucky” things.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Waiting for the last horse to enter the ring after the rest of the class has been in the ring for several minutes.

Dream Horse Not Mine

The Crowd Went Nuts. An amazing performance at the World Horse show.

SHARON VEGA

Amateur/Owner

Northstar Arabians, LLC

# of horses showing at USN: 5

H/A Futurity Fillies & Geldings, Arabian Mares AAOTH, Arabian Sr. Mares & ABS Arabian Yearling Fillies

Show Industry Improvement

I would like to see an increase in the marketing, advertising, and promotion to the general public to help increase attendance at our shows and bring awareness to our breed.

Performance Class Efficiency

Up until this year, my horses only showed in western or hunter pleasure classes. In my opinion, performance classes would move along faster if there was a way to schedule the classes in such a way to minimize the number of tack holds.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I would like to have just the number of the horse announced when it first enters the ring. By doing so, I feel that all the horses are on an equal playing field and judged for their appearance and not by their bloodlines or breeder. However, I do think that announcing the sire, dam, breeders, current owners, and handler of the winners should be announced so they receive the recognition they deserve.

Horse Show Ritual

I always visualize how I’m going to enter the arena so that I can give a great first impression of my horse to the judges.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Being at a venue with a poor sound system or extremely bad acoustics, which makes it extremely difficult to hear and/or understand the speaker.

Dream Horse Not Mine

Over the past 12 months, with the help of Roxann Hart and my trainer Claudinei Machado, I now own my dream horses and I’m bringing five of them to the 2023 U.S. Nationals.

SHEILA CURLEY

Amateur/Owner

Colby Powell Performance Horses

# of horses showing at USN: 2

Western Pleasure and Ranch Horse Riding & Rail

Show Industry Improvement

Get away from the USEF.

Performance Class Efficiency

We shouldn’t try to rush through classes.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I think it’s a good practice.

Horse Show Ritual

I just treat it like a regular ride.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Sometimes there can be lack of steering with the amateurs.

Dream Horse Not Mine

Fixations Khash. I just love how perfect he looks under saddle and gives such beautiful rides!

ROXANN HART

Breeder

Rohara Arabians LLC

# of horses showing at USN: 8

Halter

Biggest Breeding Joy

Seeing the young weanlings or early yearling go into the show ring for the first time.

Importance of Pedigree

I put more emphasis on the phenotype, meaning what is standing in front of you, as I feel that those characteristics are even more dominant than what the pedigree should suggest. Genotype is, of course, important as well.

Past Stallion Semen Choice

Negativ, sire of the Aramis/Nabor line.

Past Mare Embryo Choice

Rohara Tsultress

Fantasy Sire & Dam

QR Marc and Wieza Mocy or Emandoria.

Breeding Incentive Preference

To relocate the U.S. Nationals from Tulsa, OK.

Small Vs. Large Breeders

To me, a small breeder breeds 2-4 mares a year, while a large breeder would breed 10 plus mares a year.

Respected Breeder

The Polish breeders.

JEREMY & CHELSEA HARPER

Amateur/Owner

Harper Arabians

# of horses showing at USN: 2 Western Pleasure & AWPA

Show Industry Improvement

Make showing a more affordable entity for the general population.

Performance Class Efficiency

Not sure this is a realistic option for us, but if exhibitors entered more quickly and lined up more timely, it might shave off a short amount of time.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

It doesn’t have any effect on the overall placing of the class, is a helpful tool for spectators and helps support our breeders.

Horse Show Ritual

Sitting in a quiet space and visualizing the ride from start to finish.

LORI QUINN

Amateur/Owner

Reed Training/Rick Gault Training

# of horses showing at USN: 4 Hunter & Western Pleasure

Show Industry Improvement

Put more focus on grassroots levels.

Performance Class Efficiency

I don’t think they can be moved along any faster if you want the judges to have a fair look at all exhibitors.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I have always wondered if this makes judges look at a horse differently than had they not known it’s breeding.

Horse Show Ritual

I get a good night’s sleep, a light meal and maybe a nip of wine to relax!

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Riders who have either no control of their horse, or no ring awareness, leading to disturbing other exhibitors’ rides.

Dream Horse Not Mine

That’s a difficult one! I own all of my dream show horses! I do really like the Half-Arabian hunter, Dont Stop B-Lieven.

CINDY HIGH-FISCHMANN

Amateur/Owner

Rooker Training Stable

# of horses showing at USN: 1

Arabian English Pleasure

Show Industry Improvement

Reduce politics.

Performance Class Efficiency

Calculate results faster.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

Don’t do it!

Horse Show Ritual

Positive thinking.

Show Arena Pet Peeve Politics

Dream Horse Not Mine

ROL Ascension—beauty and trot.

KATIE HULL

Amateur/Owner

Rooker Training Stable

# of horses showing at USN: 2

H/A English Pleasure AAOTR Maturity & 19-39

Show Industry Improvement

I would encourage more people to be involved. We have such a wonderful industry and having more people get to experience and enjoy it would only make it better.

Horse Show Ritual

Taking my time to get ready and relax. The show goes by so quickly, it’s important to slow down for a minute and focus on enjoying the moment.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

When the stands are empty. It’s important to support everyone, even when you’re not showing, and it encourages a more fun atmosphere for all.

Dream Horse Not Mine

Ballerina BF. She is beautiful and incredibly talented and always looks like she’s having as much fun as her rider.

AMANDA ROBERTSON

Amateur/Owner

Colonial Wood Training Center/Randle Performance

Horses

# of horses showing at USN: 2 Arabian & Half-Arabian Western Pleasure

Show Industry Improvement

If we could do more all breeds, then will have more people at horse shows. Also, have it count towards your credits.

Performance Class Efficiency

I feel that they are doing a better job nowadays of how fast a class is.

Horse Show Ritual

As I’m driving to the horse show, I always listen to some of my favorite tunes. No matter what, even if my day is horrible, I try to put my best foot forward and put a smile on.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

They always tell us to use the entire arena; meaning don’t use that inside lane, but no one ever listens to that. Not a pet peeve, but the judge rarely uses the person on the rail in the placement of cards.

Dream Horse Not Mine

There are so many! Mine change just like the seasons of clothes. I love watching them progress over the season.

LARA AMES

Breeder

Cedar Ridge Arabians

# of horses showing at USN: 5 English Pleasure & Halter

Biggest Breeding Joy

When you watch them grow over the years and blossom as a show horse. For us it is the breeding program being carried on from one generation to another.

Importance of Pedigree

I think the dam side is the most important gene.

Past Stallion Semen Choice

Bask. Look at all the great mares that had him in their pedigree.

Breeding Incentive Preference

The Breeders Sweepstakes should be for the breeder or a kick-back should go to them. We need breeders; without them we have no product.

Small Vs. Large Breeders

10 & over is large … three and under, small.

Respected Breeder

I look up to any breeder that does their homework and does not get caught up in the latest fad.

LAURA METZGER

Amateur/Owner

Colonial Wood Training Center

# of horses showing at USN: 1

H/A Country English Pleasure Open/AAOTR 60 & Over/ Maturity & Native Costume AAOTR

Show Industry Improvement

I would make it more affordable, which is an almost impossible task. The cost of arena rentals are through the roof and is the major cost to the people putting on the event. If there was a way to have more smaller shows at local venues, I think more people would attend.

Performance Class Efficiency

Most of the time, the actual class work happens in a reasonable time frame. It is the time between the call for the lineup and the announcement of the placement of the class that could be tightened up.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

I’m fine with it. People that breed horses want to know this information.

Horse Show Ritual

No real rituals, I’m pretty low maintenance.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

When the judges don’t judge the class in front of them. Too many times they either ignore a problem happening right in front of them or turn away so they can say they didn’t see it.

Dream Horse Not Mine

I have generally been extremely happy with the horses I’ve had. I’ve seen many awesome horses that have issues I would rather not deal with.

MAKENNA ROOKER Amateur/Owner

Rooker Training Stable

# of horses showing at USN: 2 Country English Pleasure

Show Industry Improvement

I would revamp the show schedules to have two sessions, rather than three. This would free up time for people to work remotely, socialize, and freshen up before the evening session. I love that Ford Truck will have tables throughout this year, making the show feel more like an event for everyone to enjoy. I also think all shows should end on Saturday night, rather than carrying into the day on Sunday.

Performance Class Efficiency

I think AHA has done a great job of speeding up the results once the cards are turned in, however, the process of calling the placings, and getting horses in and out of the arena should be sped up. As exhibitors, we need to make a conscious effort to get in the ring when the gate opens, and the show staff/announcers need to get through the results quicker. Building up the anticipation for the placings takes way too long, in my opinion.

Halter Class Pedigree Announcements

As a small breeder myself, I love this! I am always interested to hear how the horses I like are bred without having to look it up.

Show Arena Pet Peeve

Messy apparel. When hats are not properly shaped and show clothes are not clean/pressed appropriately. I think it distracts from the overall picture of the horse and rider.

Dream Horse Not Mine

Profuzion—I am excited to watch his future unfold!

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