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53rd Annual U.S. Nationals Preview Cover Story: Region 10’s Conway Arabians ... A Tradition Of Giving Back To The Arabian Horse by Catherine Cole Ferandelli
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Strawberry Banks Farm: Three Generations, Four Decades ... by Colleen Scott
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U.S. Nationals Profiles, Part I
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U.S. Nationals Judges’ Perspective … From Ford Arena
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Facebook Favorites: Memorable U.S. National English Pleasure Champions
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State Of The Breed—A 6-Part Arabian Horse Times Exclusive Series A Conversation With Large Breeders (Part II of II) by Evie Tubbs Sweeney
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Leaders Of The Times: GRK Farms by Kristi Hopp
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Rose Report Front Cover Story: Sherman Ranch by Sarah Jayne Johnson
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The 2019 Youth Nationals—Big Dreams & Bright Futures by Laura Morton
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UPHA Ribbons Of Service … A Worthwhile Program
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Youth Nationals Judges’ Highlights
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Rose Report Back Cover Story: Third Generation Horsewoman, Sawyer Tehan, Rides To Roses At Youth Nationals by Colleen Scott
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Women Around The World: Peggy Weems
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AHT On The Road: Region 14 Championship
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Comments From The Publisher
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In My Opinion … Lesson Barns Are Critical To Our Industry
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Faces & Places
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Index Of Advertisers
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On The Cover: COOL RIVER KID (Sundance Kid V x Moments To Treasure), owned by Conway Arabians, Inc.
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Sincere thanks to all of the wonderful clients and friends that joined us at the Brazilian National Championships... And to our dear Brazilian friends and host,
Obrigado! Cindy McGown and Mark Davis, Owners
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Comments From The Publisher
The U.S. Nationals—Say Thanks To The Real Heroes It’s U.S. Nationals time again. I love to say that because I love the show! The Nationals is number one, the granddaddy of them all, the extravaganza event that everyone in the breed who shows horses aspires to attend. This year, I invite you to consider the fact that showing is just one aspect of the Nationals, and I’m not alluding to the show’s other attractions that we all know well—the wonderful camaraderie of Arabian fans, the charitable events, or any of a host of other reasons we come there. Let’s take a look back at 1959, when the first classes that would become the Nationals as we know it were held. Sure, everyone wanted the bragging rights the awards represented, but they also wanted to see which bloodlines were succeeding. They wanted to recognize and document achievement. I suggest that as we compete this year, we think about breeding—look at the horses we most admire and pay special attention to how they are bred. When I was a child and new at the show, I recall announcer Harry Cooper, as the contenders lined up in the English Pleasure finals, informing the crowd that something like “more than half of the class you see before you is by the great stallion, *Bask.” A decade or so later, Harry was able to say that about Huckleberry Bey. He expected that the spectators would want to know the sources of all that talent. That is still assumed and we now are more informed than ever; when the top horses are revealed for ribbons, our announcers typically offer both the sire and dam for each. If you are interested in bloodlines, it is easy to stay at least basically informed. At a show like the Nationals, you have to be impressed with the work that some breeders have done. Often you can see the descendants of their horses permeate through the ranks: young ones appear in futurity classes and grow into open, then amateur, and finally you will see them accompanying children, the future of our industry, into the show ring. You notice the lines that have been so successful as they develop over time. One thing you also probably will notice is that the quality now is better than ever. You’re likely to begin wondering what comes next! We owe the quality we are creating to our great breeders. Without their knowledge and dedication all these years, we would not be where we are. So, I have one more suggestion: as we enjoy the week and appreciate the significance of the U.S. National trophies, how about we thank the breeders who are responsible for our pleasure? They also are responsible for maintaining our Arabian standard of excellence.
Lara Ames Lara Ames Publisher
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MASATO TRGR | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 55 & Over and Jackpot with Linda Hackett SUGAR PLUM FARY | H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR 55 & Over and Maturity with Linda Hackett GSF NICOLETTE | Arabian Country Pleasure Driving AAOTD with Hannah Messerli NIGHT FLIGHT SA | Arabian Country Pleasure AATR Select and Jackpot with Hannah Messerli BEST OF MY LOVE | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54 with Janna O’Neill | Arabian Country Pleasure Driving with Ryan Strand NOBLE SOLDIER | Arabian Park with Ryan Strand CP INCOGNITO | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 19-35 and Maturity with Alexus Mattingly DEBONHEIR DGL | Arabian Country Pleasure AATR Select with Tammy McElliott | Arabian Country Pleasure Open with Ryan Strand WHAT HAPPENS HEIR CA | AEPA Arabian Horse Times $100,000 Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity with Wyatt Budd CSP BOMBSHELL | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR Maturity with Brittney Berget JUDY GARLAND LR | AEPA Equine Athlete $50,000 H/A Saddle Seat Futurity with Ryan Strand SF FIORANO | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 55 & Over and Jackpot with Robin Manfield ESSENCE OF DESTINY | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR Select with Charity Davis LEXUS CA | H/A Country Pleasure Futurity with Ryan Strand KT HEIR SHOW | Arabian Country Pleasure Futurity with Ryan Strand MA COCONUT | H/A Country Pleasure Junior Horse with Wyatt Budd CSP ROLLING STONE | Arabian English Pleasure Futurity with Ryan Strand SUGAR MOUNTAIN | H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54 and Jackpot with Amber Stearns CRF SHINNING ENCORE | Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 19-35 with Jenna Tekolste | Arabian English Pleasure Open with Wyatt Budd TL MAGIC PRANCER | H/A Country Pleasure AATR Select with Alyssa Elver SOUTHERN CONNECTION | H/A Park with Ryan Strand VOLUME CONTROL | H/A Country Pleasure Open with Ryan Strand | H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR 19-35 with Jenna Tekolste JTC THUNDERSTRUCK | Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 19-35 and Jackpot with Brittney Berget NOBLE REIGN | Arabian Country Pleasure Open with Wyatt Budd
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COV ER S TORY:
CONWAY ARABIANS Ready For 2019 U.S. Nationals
BY C AT HE RINE COL E F E R A NDE L L I
Fresh from a terrif ic Canadian Nationals, Conway Arabians, owned by Peter and Lori Conway, is a formidable family operation eagerly moving forward toward U.S. Nationals 2019.
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_________________________ “Conway Arabians has embraced
Lori Conway enthusiastically elaborates, “This year is particularly significant for Conway Arabians. Yes, 2019 has been a fantastic journey in the show pen thus far, but what makes it monumental for us is our daughter Anna’s debut as a professional.” Lori proudly smiles, “Canadian Nationals was Anna’s first foray at the national level. Working side by side with our trainer Jen Schmitt, Conway Arabians & their clients earned roses at the ‘Royal Red’ in multiple disciplines and classes—both in the Open and Amateur divisions.” But the U.S. Nationals awaits. Lori lays out the plan, “Conway Arabians has embraced the diversity of the Arabian horse in nearly all the disciplines offered in our show pen. This year we are focusing to some degree on our younger horses, mainly in the western pleasure, country and English pleasure divisions.” Lori continues, ‘Our young purebred horses competing in western pleasure include our black bay stallion Cool River Kid in the AWPA with Jen Schmitt, Onzia FMA in Western Pleasure Junior Horse, and Khalifornia Khrome J in the Western Pleasure Amateur Maturity and AAOTR with myself. Jen’s Half-Arabian 3-year-old chestnut mare Tezza Rozza will compete in the Half-Arabian Western Pleasure Futurity as well.” Returning to the western show pen has been a reunion of sorts for Lori. “Back in the late 70’s-early ‘80s, I always had a western pleasure horse to show. Somehow, I got away from it, focusing on our hunters and English horses. While English continues to be a ‘natural’ for me, I’ve realized that western pleasure with its fine tuning and detail is easy on the body and challenging on the mind. I really love it.” Conway Arabians aims to bring five English horses to U.S. Nationals, showing in the Open and Amateur divisions. The youngest entry is their 2016 bay stallion CSP Rolling Stone. Purchased earlier this year, he will be shown in the Arabian English Pleasure Futurity with trainer Ryan Strand. Conway Arabians homebred stallion Rightful Heir CA, is their entry for the AEPA class with trainer Joel Kiesner, no stranger to the AEPA winners circle. Leah Beth Golladay will return with multiple National champion Noble Rendezvous, seeking to encore their 2018 Unanimous U.S. Arabian Country English Pleasure championship.
the diversity of the Arabian horse in nearly all the disciplines offered in our show pen. This year we are focusing to some degree on our younger horses, mainly in the western pleasure, country and English pleasure divisions.”
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Winning two unanimous championships at 2019 Canadian Nationals, Lori and bay mare Afires Rejoice are competing in the Arabian Amateur Country English divisions. Daughter, Rachel Conway Schieffelbein, rounds out the Amateur Country English divisions in the Jackpot Breeders Sweepstakes class with her purebred bay mare Natalya Afire. As busy a show schedule this may be, Conway Arabians is just as involved with giving back to the industry. This year’s AHDF fundraiser is no different. Lori shares, “A group of forward-thinking people decided to change things up a bit and bring several disciplines into the charity event. The final Friday night session will have an AHDF Calcutta-type auction, with competing teams representing the AWPA, Mare halter, AHPA and AEPA classes. Everyone will have a chance to vie for top bid on their favorite pick for each event. We all will definitely ‘party down,’ enjoying a live band, open bar and cool prizes available for all. It’s optional, but we are ‘pushing’ festive, formal dress attire.” AHDF’s goal is to make this event a strategic fundraiser for horsemen in need amidst festivity and fun. Lori and AHDF encourage all to attend, enjoy and give. Peter Conway describes the horses of Conway Arabians as “doing horses.” Lori and Peter themselves, both personify this depiction; true “givers and doers.” ■
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NOBLE RENDEZVOUS Country English Pleasure with Leah Beth Golladay
Trainers Jen Schmitt & Anna Conway
KHALIFORNIA KHROME J Western Pleasure AAOTR 55 & Over and AAOTR Maturity with Lori Conway
Lori & Peter Conway Chatfield, MN ConwayArabians.com 507.202.4440
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COOL RIVER KID AWPA Western Pleasure Futurity with Jen Schmitt
BLUE SUEDE SHOES CA
MAYBELLINE CA
Hunter Pleasure Jr. Horse with Jen Schmitt Hunter Pleasure AAOTR Maturity with Lori Conway
Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure with Jen Schmitt Hunter Pleasure AAOTR 36-54, ABS Hunter Pleasure Jackpot, and Ladies Side Saddle English AAOTR with Rachel Enns
AFIRES REJOICE
NATALYA AFIRE
Country English Pleasure AAOTR 55 & Over and ABS Country English Pleasure Jackpot with Lori Conway
ABS Country English Pleasure Jackpot with Rachel Schieffelbein
RIGHTFUL HEIR CA
ONZIA FMA
AEPA Saddle Seat Futurity with Joel Kiesner
Western Pleasure Junior Horse and Ladies Side Saddle Western with Jen Schmitt
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An influence known around the globe, from the program created by Lenita Perroy of Haras Meia Lua. Al Jood Stud is proud to add a piece of history and unique influence into their program and hope to build the next generation of the Jamaal legacy through the acquisition of Ellara El Ludjin sired by Ludjin El Jamaal and out of Elle Dorada (Enzo x El Dorada PASB by Sanadik El Shaklan) and her daughter Elstrella Meia Lua, a 2017 born filly sired by HP Ali (HP Shakir TE x HP Miranda by ST Synbad) and out of Ellara El Ludjin.
Elstrella was recently shown at her first two shows and dominated, crowned Gold Champion Filly Central Florida Arabian Spring Classic show & Region 12 Champion filly. Make sure to cheer Elstrella on as she starts her global journey as one of the last horses bred from this worldwide awknowledged breeding program that is Haras Meia Lua, Brazil alongside Al Jood Stud, Qatar.
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Returned and conquered the US showring in 2019. Ready to make his next appearance at the 2019 US Nationals with Mike Wilson at the lead. Fame VF B 1982
Versace B 1995
Precious As Gold Ch 1984
Da Valentino B 2003 Da Love Ch 1999
Fabrices Destiny Gr 1998
WN Ultimate Star Gr 1989
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Magnifficaa Fa B 1995 Bluesprucetanzeer B 1979 WN Forever Love Gr 1982 Eukaliptus Gr 1974
Fabrice Gr 1984
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Padrons Psyche Ch 1988
Lora Laura Gr 1968
2019 Region 12 Open Champion Senior Stallion 2019 Scottsdale International Bronze Champion Senior Stallion & 2019 Scottsdale Int. 1st place 8yrs & over 2016 Red Bluff Arabian Horse Show Western Pleasure Gold Champion 2013 Region 5 Gold Champion Stallion 2013 Daffodil All Arab Spring Show Gold Champion Stallion 2012 Region 10 Reserve Champion Stallion 2012 Sahara Sands Spring Classic Gold Champion Stallion
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Manager/Trainer Mike Miller Trainer Bob Phillips Stockton, New Jersey | 908.500.2634
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MULTI-NATIONAL CHAMPION
HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 55 & Over with Carol Skeuse-Hart Bred & owned by Springwater Farms Vegaz x Mona
SF
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ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE
AAOTR 55 & Over with Nancy Maximuck
ROL
Owned by Nancy Maximuck Afire Bey V x Singularcylection
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HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 55 & Over with Nancy Maximuck Owned by Nancy Maximuck Afires Heir x Worth Slammin’
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WESTERN PLEASURE
AAOTR 55 & Over with Elaine Finney Owned by Elaine Finney
Khadraj NA x Gai Alicia
PGA
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HALF-ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE
AAOTR 55 & Over and ABS Western Pleasure Jackpot with Elaine Finney Owned by Elaine Finney Eternety x Copper Elegance
GF
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MULTI-NATIONAL CHAMPION
WESTERN PLEASURE
AAOTR 55 & Over with Nancy Maximuck Owned by Nancy Maximuck Khadraj NA x TN Katiki
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HALF-ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE
AAOTR 55 & Over and ABS Western Pleasure Jackpot with Nancy Maximuck Owned by Nancy Maximuck C A Hermoso x Cyventh Heaven
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HALF-ARABIAN HUNTER PLEASURE with Mike Miller
Owned by Elaine Finney Justify x Whispering Wind Golden Glory
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COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE
AAOTR Maturity and AAOTR 55 & Over with Carol Skeuse-Hart Owned by Springwater Farms VCP Magnifier x GSF Ambienze
GSF
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HALF-ARABIAN WESTERN PLEASURE Open with Mike Miller
Owned by Elaine Finney Magnum Chall HVP x SF Springloaded
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CHALL ABOUT ME 2008 H/A Chestnut Gelding (Magnum Chall HVP x SF Springloaded) Fancy and athletic all the way through, this horse has a long list of wins in both halter and western pleasure. He has the quality to stand out in the Open division, with the manners and consistency for a youth or amateur. Steady and solid. He’s in Tulsa with Mike Miller for the H/A Western Pleasure Open class. Take a test ride!
SF AFIRE LILY 2013 Chestnut Mare (Afire Bey V x Snowbility, by MHR Nobility) In her first year showing, this pretty mare gets better and better. Everything her pedigree says she should be and more, she is just getting started and looks beautiful doing it.
NATIONAL QUALITY SHOW HORSES FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION
Ask about our additional excellent selection of young prospects and show horses available. Contact trainers Mike Miller, 908.500.2634 | Bob Phillips, 973.214.7664 or come by out stalls at the in-gate aisle of the Ford Truck Arena.
NOBLE RANSOM 2012 Chestnut Gelding (IXL Noble Express x Radiant Afire) This is a 2x Regional Res-Champion in CEP Jr. Horse with a Top Ten at U.S. Nationals. Balanced and bright, he will make a great amateur mount. Just the right amount of chrome gets him noticed, and he has a ton more wins ahead for an Open or Amateur rider. See him in the Country class with Bob Phillips.
RIZING PASSION EF 2015 Chestnut Mare (GSF Rizing Son x Afires Quintina) Compact and pretty, this young mare is just beginning her show career and marches around the ring like she’s done it for years. She was Top Three at 2019 East Coast Championships and has another year as a Junior Horse. Breed her or show her. Your choice!
SF NOTORIOUSS 2013 Bay H/A Gelding (Vegaz x Mona) This striking guy is a Country Pleasure dream. He is a full brother to Multi-National Champion SF Top Notch and maternal sibling to 2019 Scottsdale Park Champion SF Top Shelf. He comes by it honestly with manners and style.
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18-TIME NATIONAL CHAMPION OR RESERVE Sired by 6-Time National Champion, Allience+//
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Strawberry Banks Farm Three Generations, Four Decades … by COLLEEN SCOTT
It’s not many Arabian breeders who can say their next milestone will be half a century. But that’s precisely the case with Strawberry Banks Farm, East Aurora, NY. When Barbara and her late husband Neil founded their program and built their first farm more than four decades ago with a small four-stall barn, they had no idea they were embarking on the adventure of a lifetime. Fast forward to today, and Strawberry Banks Farm has survived the ups and downs of the market through the years and is thriving under the vision of not just Barbara, but two additional generations of horsewomen, her daughter Lissa Tehan, and granddaughter, Sawyer Tehan. With strong, insightful and knowledgeable women at the helm of Strawberry Banks Farm, it’s not surprising their breeding program has long been based on the strength of their broodmares. Early into their research and Arabian adventure, the Churs discovered they were most attracted to the Bask-bred horses and began building their program with A Love Song (*Bask x Elkana). Tonki (*Bask x Boltonka) and Elegant Crystal
Barbara Chur
Sawyer and Lissa Tehan Barbara Chur
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Sawyer Tehan
“Horses are our love ... Arabians are our Passion.”
(*Aladdinn x *Elkana) rounded out the band of broodmares that would be the foundation. Their influence is still clear today, as the program has produced consistently athletic, beautiful and talented horses, all with a unique Strawberry Banks “look.” Through the years, there have been many memorable horses, too many to name. There was Ericca (Tempter x Elegant Crystal), a multi-national champion in both halter and English performance; Allience (*Aladdinn x A Love Song), another product of their breeding program who was often in the U.S. National Champion winner’s circle; and the home-bred stallion A Temptation (Tempter x A Love Song), a special horse whom Barbara has been quoted as saying was “her love, and the heart and soul of Strawberry Banks.” A Temptation was joined by the U.S. and Canadian National Champion English Pleasure horse Hey Hallelujah (Huckleberry Bey x Hallelujah Bask), and the legendary National Champion producing stallion Baske Afire (Afire Bey V x Mac Baske), rounding out the farm’s trio of stallions.
A Temptation
Hey Hallelujah
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Baske Afire
Extraordinalily
(Baske Afire x Emayzing Grace, by Hey Hallelujah)
Chennin Blanc
(Inception x Chardonnay DGL, by A Temptation)
With the foundation of Bask-bred mares and three incredible stallions, the Strawberry Banks program has produced hundreds of show ring successes and this year looks to be no exception. “Our foal crop of five this year has been by far the best yet,” says Barbara. “With our amazing collection of broodmares by Baske Afire, A Temptation and Hey Hallelujah, we are breeding to some select stallions outside our barn gates. Enchanting Memories (Baske Afire x Emayzing Grace) and Chardonnay DGL (A Temptation x Chamorrita Afire) have given us an extraordinary colt and filly by Inception (IXL Noble Express x Bonita Afire). “We were also very fortunate to get an amazing Half-Arabian colt by Baske Afire out of the multi-national champion producing Saddlebred mare Only Girl in Town,” she adds. An additional breeding of A Temptation to the multi-national champion mare Princess of Baske produced a beautiful filly. Lastly, the farm’s “blue hen” mare, Emayzing Grace (Hey Hallelujah x Ericca) produced a full sister to the stunning Enchanting Memories. While the farm relies on a long history of great producing pedigrees, there is also longevity in the people that make up Strawberry Banks Farm. Besides the Chur family, Melanie and Brian Murch have been “We couldn’t be what we are without all our dedicated, caring employees.” —Barbara Chur
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an integral part of the team for nearly two decades. Of the farm’s other eight full-time employees, seven of them have been with the farm for eight to 28 years, an amazing accomplishment for any employer to achieve. “We couldn’t be what we are without all our dedicated, caring employees,” says Barbara. “We thank them so much; the horses do too! “This year, we proudly added Lance Lewis to our training team. Lance is a talented young trainer and Brian is happy to have him on board. Together they have been working with a great group of young horses and 2019 U.S. National contenders bred by Strawberry Banks Farm. We will also be watching the beautiful mare Ready for Love (A Temptation x ROL Fire Mist), recently purchased by Sugar Hill Arabians. Mitch Sperte will show her off in the Arabian English Pleasure Futurity.” While the cards are not yet in for the upcoming U.S. Nationals, there’s no doubt the Strawberry Banks Farm horses will meet with the same kind of success they have previously in the show ring. If Sawyer Tehan’s performance at this past Youth Nationals is any indication, the winner’s circle is definitely in the future for the U.S. Nationals contenders. Showing four horses, she came home with a top ten and three reserve champion titles. “We are so blessed and have gotten so much enjoyment from our affiliation with the Arabian breed,” says Barbara. “It’s especially wonderful to share these experiences with family,” she adds. “We are all looking forward to what the future still holds for Strawberry Banks Farm.”
PRETTI WOMAN (A Temptation x Princess Of Baske)
Arabian Country Pleasure Jr. Horse AEPA Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity with Brian Murch
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SMOOOTHE OPERATOR (Baske Afire x Siereusi)
H/A English Pleasure Junior Horse with Lance Lewis
A TRUE
TEMPTATION (A Temptation x A Blessing)
Arabian Country Pleasure Junior Horse and AEPA Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity with Lance Lewis
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H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54 with Lissa Tehan
THRILLICIOUS
ERA
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EMAGIN (Baske Afire x Emayzing Grace)
AHPA Arabian Hunter Pleasure Futurity with Lance Lewis Available at Nationals
ENRICO (A Temptation x EA Candy Girl)
Arabian Native Costume AAOTR with Lissa Tehan Arabian Native Costume with Lance Lewis
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www.SugarHillArabians.com | Owned by Betsy Kubiak Trainer Mitch Sperte | 480-201-5113 | info@SugarHillArabians.com
O 2019 Buckeye and Region 14 Champion English Pleasure Junior Horse
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1. LACTALEX™
Because muscle condition and quick recovery from exercise are paramount to an Arabian’s athletic performance, top competitors supplement their horses with pre- and post-performance muscle support formulas such as Lactalex. Lactalex is ideal for use before performance for optimal muscle function and suppleness, and after performance to support muscle recovery. Not only does it contain ingredients that reduce lactic acid build-up, but Lactalex is highly effective because it contains BCAAs, Vitamin E with Selenium, and our proprietary all natural PP1 formula to provide needed relief of sore muscles and improve suppleness. Lactalex remains show safe while avoiding all prohibited substances, avoids ingredients that upset the GI tract, and is effective when used alone or safely stacked with veterinarian prescribed medications. Lactalex also gives you the choice of administration via powder or paste formulas.
2. PERFECT PREP EQ™ SANE & SOUND MAX PASTE
Focus support? Soundness support? Gastric support? Check, check and check. Our popular Sane & Sound MAX paste offers a complete 3-in-1 solution for horses who may be prone to all three causes of equine anxiety: excitement, gastric upset and soreness. Its ingredients offer significant focus support, gastrofriendly relaxing effects, and a “pathway to comfort.” This long-lasting formula takes effect beginning 2-4 hours after administration and has the ability to be stacked with itself or other Perfect Prep EQ™ formulas for greater effect. Sane & Sound MAX offers unmatched support for Arabians who suffer from “stage fright” or become difficult in the show ring.
3. GASTROEASE EQ™ RESCUE PASTE
Sensitive horses who are reactive to their environments— such as Arabians—tend to display negative gastric symptoms when dealing with shipping or show conditions. It is not uncommon for Arabians to stop eating when a change in their environment occurs or when their sensitivity induces stress related gastric upset. Not only does GastroEase EQ™ Rescue address the effects of gastric stress, it also provides powerful probiotics, stabilizes acid levels and supports hindgut function, allowing horses to gain maximum benefit from their nutritional intake. One 60 cc syringe of GastroEase EQ™ Rescue prior to hauling or riding can ward off at-risk gastrointestinal tissues and maintain gastric comfort to ensure the most willing partner.
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How many foals do you produce a year? 15 to 25 When you first started breeding, what were your goals? How have they evolved over the years? In the beginning we wanted fillies, but now it doesn’t really matter, as long as they are a good horse. Who would you consider your most prized broodmare and/or stallion? And what can you always count on them to consistently produce? Stallions: Brass, Matoi, Noble Cause Mares: Ames Mirage, Toi Jabaska, Ames Juliet. Ninety percent of the time they were consistent, and they always gave us good moving, well balanced offspring. What was your first big break as a breeder? Probably winning our first national championship. Everyone’s goal is to breed and have national winners. Where do you see your breeding program 10 years from now? Being run by my daughter, Lara.
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LOLLIE AMES CEDAR RIDGE ARABIANS JORDAN, MN
Years as a breeder... 50
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How many foals do you produce a year? It varies, 10-20 foals. When you first started breeding, what were your goals? How have they evolved over the years? Twenty years ago, we wrote: “Strong, sound athletes that are beautiful to behold and a pleasure to be around. Merely being pretty is not enough, the horses of Conway Arabians are ‘doing’ horses, bred to have the conformation and temperament to perform in the show ring or on the trail.” There is no change. In your opinion, what are some motivating factors that incentivize breeders? What are some things that can be discouraging? The AEPA, AWPA and AHPA have been a big motivator for many people. The Sweepstakes program and our local program, MN Arabian Horse Breeders, are an asset also. The most discouraging thing is all the negative comments on social media. Who would you consider your most prized broodmare and/or stallion? And what can you always count on them to consistently produce? COLTRANE - TRANE-ability, Athleticism, Short Backs, Well Conformed and Pretty. His beautiful black color that he is passing is a big bonus, too. What was your first big break as a breeder? Our goal has never faltered on what we like and what our vision is of what we want to produce. We have been lucky picking out babies that have become incredible show horses and producers. Where do you see your breeding program 10 years from now? We are very excited about the long-range possibilities of our *El Ghazi daughters (Ghazelle CA) being bred back to our stallions. We also believe we will be well established as a source for western stock. What advice would you give someone looking to breed for the first time? Know what you hope to accomplish and find a great mare to fit that goal. Talk with the people that breed the kind of horses you wish to produce.
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PETER & LORI CONWAY CONWAY ARABIANS CHATFIELD, MN
Years as a breeder... Conway Arabians was established 20 years ago. However, both of us started well before that time: (Lori - 1969 breeding one mare) (Peter - 1993)
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LORI CONWAY
# of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… Conway Arabians has a total of 11 horses competing at the show. I personally am showing 3 horses. What are three things you are most excited for or love most about U.S. Nationals? 1.) Seeing all the beautiful horses in the work rings and competing in the show ring. 2.) Visiting with all our friends and fellow peers and catching up on their lives and cheering for their horses. 3.) I love the fun, excitement, anxiety and effort of getting into the show ring and competing. If you could relive one horse related moment, what would it be and why? 2018 U.S. Nationals’ Friday night session when Noble Rendezvous went Unanimous National Champion Country English Pleasure Open and Coltrane went Unanimous National Champion Park Horse. The evening was surreal and a once-in-a-lifetime night for our farm! What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? Jen, Anna, Joel, Ashton, John, Leah Beth and Ryan have tons of talent and are hard-working, which is why they are so successful. Jen is a master at western horses, which takes incredible patience, timing and feel. I am in awe of her. Anna is a master at seeing a vision and making it come true for me. If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? I would invite them to our farm and let them experience the Arabians inside the barn and out in the pastures. I’d let them love on the mares and babies and let them watch the horses get worked to see what might pique their interest. To be around an Arabian is to fall in love with them. What is something people would be surprised to know about you? That I’ve become a bit of a “foodie.” I can grow a great garden and we raise our own beef, so many times our meals our totally home grown. It’s a great feeling to get back to nature and away from all the packaged and processed food.
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LARA AMES
CEDAR RIDGE/STRAND’S ARABIANS JORDAN, MN
# of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… 4 What are three things you are most excited for or love most about U.S. Nationals? That silver trophy is a big deal! The competition, seeing great friends, and watching all the 3-year-old classes. If you could relive one horse related moment, what would it be and why? Having my dad in the far corner when I show, helping me along, but I know he will be there in spirit. What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? Laura Rodel has my horses in very good order to show as an amateur and Jody Strand, I love that he keeps everything light. If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? They are versatile and wonderful. They will become your best friends and so will the people who surround them. What is something people would be surprised to know about you? I am very superstitious and a creature of habit. Don’t like change.
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# of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… Dennis – 4; Linda – 5 We will be competing in the western divisions and also be showing our reining/ranch riding horses with Crystal McNutt. What are three things you are most excited for or love most about U.S. Nationals? U.S. Nationals is one of our favorite shows. We get to spend time with friends that we do not see at other shows through the year, and it is always fun to see all of the up-and-coming, young future stars. Great friends and great horses. If you could relive one horse related moment, what would it be and why? We have been blessed with numerous U.S. & Canadian National Champions, but the one that stands out the most was the year that our granddaughter won a national championship on Call Me Awesome and a reserve on Just Joe at Youth. She waited a long time in getting to show Call Me Awesome, so the win was special. What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? Steven works very diligently to make the horses that Dennis and I are showing be trained in a way that works for us. Making them amateur friendly is his goal. He is also concerned about the WHOLE horse. All 43 horses that live at Long Meadow go outside almost daily. If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? I believe that having children or adults involved in horses is one of the best investments that a family could make. Start with a great lesson program to get started. Find horse farms to visit and get to know the horses. It is very rewarding and a great sport for children.
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DENNIS & LINDA CLARK LONG MEADOW ARABIANS
What is something people would be surprised to know about you? When I was younger, I had my pilot’s license. Dennis thinks that is a scary thought! We have a home in Telluride, Colorado, and love to ski.
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AMATEUR/OWNER
ROBERTA LEMBKE NORTHFIELD, MN
FARM AFFILIATION: CEDAR RIDGE AR ABIANS # of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… Two! Toi Daniels+ in Country English and Goblet of Fire CCF in English Pleasure. What are three things you are most excited for or love most about U.S. Nationals? I am excited for just about everything related to U.S. Nationals, but mostly the chance to show in both Country English and English Pleasure! I love watching all the classes, as well as watching everyone school their horses. It’s the ten best days of the year!
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GREGG SHAFER SHAFER ARABIANS WARREN, OH
If you could relive one horse related moment, what would it be and why? Hands down, I would relive the moment I got my first top ten at U.S. and my national championship at Canada. Both moments were simply magical! I keep asking myself how I could be so lucky to be able to do this!
# of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… 3
What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? I am hard pressed to identify a single asset that defines Laura Rodel. I could say she is in a different class because she has all the attributes I desire in a trainer: great teacher, great trainer, hard-working, collaborates with the owner, and cares about the welfare of the horse.
If you could relive one horse related moment, what would it be and why? The 1998 U.S. Nationals. I won my first national championship on Mattaroyale+//.
If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? I would share the stories of my life with Arabian horses and offer up ideas on how they might get involved. What is something people would be surprised to know about you? I think most people would be surprised to know that I have a lighter side and am not always so serious. Just give me a margarita and I will show you!
What are three things you are most excited for or love most about U.S. Nationals? The horses, the competition and seeing friends.
What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? We haven’t had a trainer for several years. My wife, daughter and I do all the necessary work. If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? I would tell them that the Arabian is the most intelligent, versatile and beautiful horse they would ever meet. This is what has kept us committed to the breed for the past 46 years.
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JANELL VOSS CAR MEL, IN
FARM AFFILIATION: SELECT SHOW HORSES # of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… One - Game of Thrones SV in Country Pleasure. What are three things you are most excited for or love most about U.S. Nationals? I love the excitement of the U.S. Nationals. It’s great to see the best of the best all in one place. It’s also great to see friends that I don’t see except at National events. If you could relive one horse related moment, what would it be and why? There are many, but probably my first top ten in 2012 on SR He’s Got Game in Half-Arabian Country Pleasure Select. I’ve ridden to top tens several other times but that was the first, so very special. What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? Kellie Budd is great at helping the amateur and their horse work together. She prepares the horse for the amateur and the amateur for the horse. If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? I’d first have them go to a large show where they can see the beauty and versatility of the Arabian. Then I would tell them to go to an Arabian barn (preferably one with a good academy or lesson program) where they can connect with the Arabian as a horse anyone can enjoy and love.
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SOPHIA WARD PRIOR LAKE, MN
FARM AFFILIATION: CEDAR RIDGE AR ABIANS # of horses competing at U.S. Nationals… 1 What’s one asset that your trainer has that you feel sets them apart from others? I love how positive and encouraging both Laura Rodel and Stephanie Davisson are! They push me to get better while also helping me feel confident about my skills. If someone approached you and was curious to know more about the Arabian horse, what would you say or do to encourage them to get involved? I would share my favorite part about the Arabian horse which is their intelligence and ability to connect with people. All of my Arabian horses have distinct personalities that you can’t help but fall in love with. What is something people would be surprised to know about you? I come from a BIG family! I have six brothers and four sisters.
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Years as a trainer… I’ve been an instructor for the past 15 years. How do you feel social media has impacted our industry? I think social media has both positive and negative impacts. It’s a great marketing and promotional tool, however, it also makes it very easy to spread negativity about the breed and association without suggesting courses of action or solutions. What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? Any venue that could be considered a vacation destination would be an ideal horse show location: Scottsdale, Tryon and Santa Barbara are all examples. With more amateurs using their work vacation time for horse show travel, we need to make the places we travel to more lucrative.
TRAINER
STEPHANIE DAVISSON CEDAR RIDGE ARABIANS JORDAN, MN
Past or present, who would be your ideal judging panel? List three. It truly depends on the horse and discipline we are competing in. We are lucky to have some of the greatest horsemen and women in the world on our judging panels—it makes it nearly impossible to choose just three. If you could add, change or bring one thing back to U.S. Nationals, what would it be? Why? The final weekend thrill. I would love to see a 10-horse English final in the Pavilion again. That was electric and made for packed stands and a real show ring environment. What is your earliest U.S. Nationals memory? Back in Louisville when I was just a walk/trot rider. I remember the excitement and the thought that one day I wanted to be trotting on those green shavings with all of the people cheering. What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? That we are always trying our hardest to make sure that everything goes perfectly. We do everything in our power to make sure that both you and your horse are performing to the best of your abilities.
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Years as a trainer‌ 4 How do you feel social media has impacted our industry? It has been great to help connect us within the industry and with the sale of horses. What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? Any venue with great footing, safe stalling, adequate warm up and good weather works for me. I myself, am slightly partial to WestWorld in Scottsdale and the Will Rogers Equestrian Center in Fort Worth. Past or present, who would be your ideal judging panel? List three. A panel that consists of a group with a keen eye for quality Arabian horses and places each class exactly how they see it.
TRAINER
LANCE LEWIS STRAWBERRY BANKS FARM
If you could add, change or bring one thing back to U.S. Nationals, what would it be? Why? Informal Combination; that class just looks like so much fun. What is your earliest U.S. Nationals memory? My parents have a picture of me in Freedom Hall as a 2 or 3 year old, with a huge grin on my face and the Freedom Hall sign in the background. What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? Just remember to have fun, ride the horse you have that day; neither you nor your horse are perfect, so just be the best you can.
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Years as a trainer… 39 How do you feel social media has impacted our industry? I feel both good and bad. Certainly, some positive things in terms of promotion of horses and our breed in general, but with that being said, certain things that are shared are detrimental for us all. What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? I personally love Louisville, KY and recently attended as a spectator at the World Championship Show. I was in awe of the show horse atmosphere it produces. Freedom Hall is as good as it gets to show a horse. Past or present, who would be your ideal judging panel? List three. We presently have many great judges; to name three would be leaving so many out! So, I’m going to give you a blast from the past: Ross Tarkington, Kathy Myers and Dick Dady.
TRAINER
BRIAN MURCH STRAWBERRY BANKS FARM EAST AUROR A, NY
If you could add, change or bring one thing back to U.S. Nationals, what would it be? Why? Having the halter and performance reconnect together. In the past, the halter geldings, mares, and stallions 4 and over competed together; it was so exciting to watch. What is your earliest U.S. Nationals memory? My first Nationals in 1979, staying up at night watching Gene and Ray LaCroix and others working their horses. The park horse Ambra made an early impression on me as well. What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? One cut or one class at a time ... it’s a long eight days. Enjoy the highs and accept the lows, it’s all part of it—great horses and people enjoying common goals.
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JEN SCHMITT CONWAY ARABIANS
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LAURA RODEL CEDAR RIDGE ARABIANS JORDAN, MN
Years as a trainer… 4 How do you feel social media has impacted our industry? I think it’s helped teach people about the Arabian breed with people sharing photos with them, and spreading knowledge that some people wouldn’t take the time to look into. What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? Scottsdale—although it is very far away—because there’s a lot of things for clients to go and do when they’re not showing, and there’s lots of areas to work/warm up horses. What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? To enjoy themselves there. They deserve to be there and show at that level, just like everyone else there who has worked just as hard as they have.
CHATFIELD, MN
Years as a trainer… 16 How do you feel social media has impacted our industry? As with most things, there are pluses and minuses. Easier access to advertising and promoting is a huge positive. With that comes the challenge of educating and warding off the naysayers. What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? I think in most cases, a venue is what we make of it. Obviously adequate stalling, arenas, and footing are number one priority, but after that, it’s up to us to embrace the negatives or positives. If you could add, change or bring one thing back to U.S. Nationals, what would it be? Why? I really loved it when people dressed up for formal night. It added to the ambiance of finals night. What is your earliest U.S. Nationals memory? My first Nationals in 2002. I was in awe of Apollopalooza and Aequus. Being new to the show world, I had no idea a horse could move like that. The memory will stick with me forever. What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? That I’m proud of them no matter the outcome. Everyone has worked hard and put in the effort to be here and that’s all I can ask for.
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Years as a trainer… 6 How do you feel social media has impacted our industry? Social media can work both ways. It is such an easy way for people at every level to post and make others aware of what they are doing in the industry: from shows, to results, to marketing. I just stay out of the comments.
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STEVEN SCOGGINS LONG MEADOW ARABIANS ARGYLE, TX
What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? Scottsdale or the Kentucky Horse Park are hard to beat. They are both locations that are clearly set up with horse and trainer in mind. Lots of work arenas and great footing. Past or present, who would be your ideal judging panel? Brian Scoggins ... everyone always says the way he calls a class can make it fun to ride and exciting for the spectators. Unfortunately, I will not ever get to experience that, though to be honest, he would be really tough on me, so I guess maybe that is better. What is your earliest U.S. Nationals memory? Coming to Louisville the last year it was there and siting in the stands with my mom and family on finals night. What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? By the time you get to U.S. Nationals, you and your horse have everything you need to succeed—that is why you are there. The mental aspect is so important, so take a deep breath, don’t overthink it and get out of your own way.
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Years as a trainer… I hate to date myself, but here it goes ... in 1975 I attended a seminar in Denver that featured Sheila Varian and Gene LaCroix. Subsequently, I had the great fortune to have worked for them both. The lessons from these experiences have inspired me to dedicate the majority of my career to the Arabian. What venue do you feel is the ideal location for a horse show? Why? I started with Saddlebreds and my annual busman’s holiday is attending the World Championship Show in Louisville. There’s nothing like Freedom Hall! The environment, the ambiance and the history can’t be duplicated for either breed. Past or present, who would be your ideal judging panel? List three. I hate to single any judges out. We are fortunate to have a strong pool of experienced horsemen to draw from to judge our most highprofile competitions and I, for one, credit our Commissioner, Stan Morey, for elevating our educational process and raising the bar. If you could add, change or bring one thing back to U.S. Nationals, what would it be? Why? Change of venue. I appreciate that AHA felt that they needed to negotiate the best possible deal to survive the downturn in the industry, but by doing so, we’ve disenfranchised many valuable breeders and exhibitors. Now, many of us tend to be complacent in our acceptance of a sub-standard situation. What is your earliest U.S. Nationals memory? The first U.S. Nationals I attended was in 1979. Gene LaCroix won Stallion Halter with Aladdinn and the Park with Ambra. Barbary was competing with Don DeLongpre and Richard Petty won the HalfArabian English Pleasure with Hechicero. Indelible memories and lessons for sure! What is the most important thing you would like your clients to know and understand during a show like U.S. Nationals? I think we can all do a better job of acknowledging and appreciating all the people that work tirelessly behind the scenes to care for and prepare these talented and courageous horses so they are comfortable and happy and can compete at the highest level—the grooms, the vets and farriers.
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MITCH SPERTE SUGAR HILL FARM VICTOR, NY
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What are your personal pros/cons of judging on a selected panel specific to disciplines/classes vs. judging a typical Class A show where you’re judging all disciplines/classes? There are pros and cons of both, but which I would say I enjoy equally. A few pros of being on a selected panel typically means it’s a larger show with quality horses which, of course, makes it that much more exciting! Plus, I have enjoyed the new friendships I’ve formed by getting to know the people I have been fortunate enough to judge alongside. I feel there is accountability either way. One pro of being a solo judge means mixing things up throughout the show. What small details do you feel are often overlooked to complete the overall presentation of a horse and rider/handler? I think just overall neatness sometimes gets overlooked. It may be something as simple as an unkept forelock, dirty boots, or messy bun, but these small details can be distracting to the overall picture. Attention to these minor details tells me that you are all in! As a judge, what is something that you always appreciate seeing? What is your biggest pet peeve? I’ll start with one of my biggest pet peeves … circling or cutting thru the middle numerous times or continuously throughout a class and getting too close to the judge. Note to self: it makes it harder to see you and is distracting (and not in a good way!). So, with that said, I truly appreciate good spacing and good sportsmanship in each class. How do you respond when people accuse/assume the outcome of a class was political? I feel if someone assumes the outcome of a class was political, they probably aren’t familiar with the class specs. I take this job very seriously and am honored to have this title. With that title comes responsibility. We all have continuing education and are accountable to the specs we are given. Sometimes this means making hard decisions. What advice would you give to someone considering pursuing getting their judges card? If judging is something you really want to pursue, get lots of experience and educate yourself. Judging is truly a privilege and can be very rewarding. It is definitely a commitment and you can never be too prepared! Study the rules and know your specs.
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What are your personal pros/cons of judging on a selected panel specific to disciplines/classes vs. judging a typical Class A show where you’re judging all disciplines/classes? I have had the opportunity on multiple occasions to judge on a National panel specific to a particular discipline or division. This really allows you the opportunity to focus on that specific discipline and find quality horses that are performing the class specifications with ease—the winners rise to the top of your card. The only con to a specific panel is that you do not get to judge horses in other disciplines. Judging in the Ford Truck Arena is based on a rotation basis, so we will be seeing horses in multiple disciplines in that arena. Judging at a local level show is always a great opportunity to keep up to date on all the various class specifications for the multiple disciplines our horses show in. The variety is always nice and showcases the versatility of our breed.
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What small details do you feel are often overlooked to complete the overall presentation of a horse and rider/handler? Sometimes (not everybody and not all the time), an exhibitor may come in with a dirty horse, tack or clothing. This is certainly not going to be a deciding factor, but this is a National show; give it your best shot to present yourself and your horse in the best possible light. As a judge, what is something that you always appreciate seeing? What is your biggest pet peeve? I appreciate seeing riders coming into the ring on a well turned-out, happy horse. I am not a fan of an exhibitor holding up the class and not coming into the class in a timely fashion. Remember, judging commences when the gate is shut. If you are last in the ring and the gate shuts and your horse has not had time to settle, we will be judging what we see. How do you respond when people accuse/assume the outcome of a class was political? I judge the horses as I see them, and this should be evident by my judges’ card. In my experience, when people assume politics, they tend to concentrate on the handler or exhibitor and fail to recognize that they may be showing the best horse. What advice would you give to someone considering pursuing getting their judges card? Please make sure you are doing it because you love this breed and feel you have something to offer. You should not be pursuing a judge’s card for prestige, money, or an advantage in the show ring … that is not why we are judges. If you have something to offer and are willing to put in a lot of time, stay current on a lot or rules and offer an unbiased opinion based on breed standards and class specifications, good luck!
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What are your personal pros/cons of judging on a selected panel specific to disciplines/classes vs. judging a typical Class A show where you’re judging all disciplines/classes? When you judge on a dedicated panel, it allows you to focus on all of the rules and specifications for that discipline. I judged on the U.S. Nationals halter panel in 2014, and because the specifications rarely changed, it made the job easier and it gave me the chance to just truly enjoy the class that was being presented. However, I do also like how they have started rotating the judging panels for U.S. Nationals. In Tulsa this year, I will judge in six different disciplines, and I am looking forward to it. I like to see the variety, versatility and athleticism of the Arabian horse. When you judge the typical Class A show, you get to see it all. I love judging the performance and halter classes, but it is also very exciting to judge a great reining horse or ranch riding horse that really excels in their division. What small detail(s) do you feel are often overlooked to complete the overall presentation of a horse and rider/handler? Since I also compete as an amateur, I feel strongly that the overall presentation is so important. You can have a great horse come in the ring, but if you have a nervous rider that is leaning too far forward or unnecessarily picking at the horse, it can ruin the picture for me. I always love seeing a great horse and rider team that look like they are having fun together! As a judge, what is something that you always appreciate seeing? What is your biggest pet peeve? I always appreciate great showmanship and sportsmanship in the ring. People that really know how to show their horse to the best advantage clearly stand out in a large class. That being said, I also think it can be overdone way too easily. Many people think that you have to get to the middle to be seen, but when you get too close to the inside, a judge cannot see or clearly evaluate you. Sometimes, staying out on the rail can be your best advantage to really show your horse, and yes, we do see you out there. A true showman will know exactly the right place to be to give the best performance, and I always appreciate that. How do you respond when people accuse/assume the outcome of a class was political? First, I would say that everyone should take a look at the rule book and understand the class specifications for each discipline. Most people don’t realize that there are detailed class specifications, and as judges, we are thinking about those for every class. For example, in a western pleasure open class, the specifications say: To be judged on Manners, Performance, Substance, Quality, Conformation and Attitude (in that order). And for the western pleasure junior horse classes, the specifications change. Here, they are judged on: Substance, Quality, Performance, Manners and Attitude (in that order). Every division has a different specification and that is key to understanding what a judge is looking for.
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Secondly, I can tell you, that it does look different when you are standing in center ring. When you are judging a class of 15-20 horses at the National level, you have to realize that a judge is looking at horses for just a few seconds and then moving on to evaluate the next horse. We have to capture the numbers, assess how the class compares to the specifications and then start working on sorting the class to get to our placings. There is a lot going on and everyone does see something different. What advice would you give to someone considering pursuing getting their judges card? I would actually encourage any exhibitor to attend the judges’ school, whether they intend to get their card or not. It is a great way to understand the rules, specifications and what the judges are taught to look for. When I originally decided to attend the school (almost 15 year ago now), my intent was just to learn how to be a better exhibitor. I was so fascinated about the amount of detail behind each class, that I decided to pursue my card. Luckily for me, that worked out to be a great decision, as I am honored to judge the performance divisions at U.S. Nationals this year!
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What are your personal pros/cons of judging on a selected panel specific to disciplines/classes vs. judging a typical Class A show where you’re judging all disciplines/classes? I believe that judging on a selected panel of three judges gives the exhibitors more of an equal playing field. Their placing in a class is dependent on a consensus of a group, rather than just one judge deciding the outcome.
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What small detail(s) do you feel are often overlooked to complete the overall presentation of a horse and rider/handler? None come to mind. I think on this level of competition, competitors come prepared and leave no details overlooked. As a judge, what is something that you always appreciate seeing? What is your biggest pet peeve? I appreciate exhibitors coming into the arena and showing their horses to me in the manner in which they are there to win. I want them to “sell” their performance to me. How do you respond when people accuse/assume the outcome of a class was political? Political accusations exist in all varieties of competition and my only response has been to be honest and forthright in my decisions when it comes to judging. For 40 years, I have built my reputation on my integrity and will continue to do so. What advice would you give to someone considering pursuing getting their judges card? Be honest and fair with yourself and that will follow through to the responsibility you owe each and every exhibitor when stepping into center ring.
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What are your personal pros/cons of judging on a selected panel specific to disciplines/classes vs. judging a typical Class A show where you’re judging all disciplines/classes? When I judge a class on my own, so many things can happen that sometimes a single judge may not see it all. When a class is being judged by a three-judge panel, you’re able to get a better overall perspective of the class. What small detail(s) do you feel are often overlooked to complete the overall presentation of a horse and rider/handler? A pleasant facial expression on a rider usually means they are having a pleasant ride. An unfavorable expression on an exhibitor usually makes me feel like they are having difficulties. As a judge, what is something that you always appreciate seeing? What is your biggest pet peeve? A nicely presented horse showing in a good frame at a good speed. I like a horse that looks relaxed, not stressed, and is using its ears while getting its job done. A pet peeve of mine is seeing a horse being ran off of its feet. How do you respond when people accuse/assume the outcome of a class was political? All judges are aware they are held to high standards when it comes to maintaining integrity in the show ring. Using any political motivation to tie a class will usually lead to loss of judging opportunities. What advice would you give to someone considering pursuing getting their judges card? It’s long hours and long days, but the gratification of judging top horses and riders is well worth the time involved. ■
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SPECIAL EVENTS THURSDAY, OCT. 17
APAHA Exhibitor Meeting - Ford Truck Arena – 2 pm
TUESDAY, OCT. 22
Halter Exhibitor Meeting – Pavilion Arena – Evening
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 23
Chips For Charity (AHDF Fundraiser) – Front Lobby of Ford Truck Arena – approx. 6:30 pm
THURSDAY, OCT. 24 Jersey Day – Wear your favorite sports team (or barn team) jerseys and show your team pride! Arabian Horse Hippology Contest – Hyatt Regency Tulsa – 8 am Afternoon Session – Ford Truck Arena • ABS HA/AA English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot AHDF Wine Walk – Oklahoma Ford Dealer’s Barn Main Aisle – 5 pm • Wine, Beer, Cocktails & Mocktails, Appetizers, Music & Silent Auction Evening Session – Ford Truck Arena • ABS Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot
FRIDAY, OCT. 25 Arabian Horse Judging Contest – Pavilion Arena – 7 am-noon Mustang Arena – ABS Arabian Reining AAOTR Jackpot Morning Session – Ford Truck Arena • AWPA $50,000 HA/AA Western Pleasure Futurity • AHPA $75,000 HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Futurity Afternoon Session – Ford Truck Arena • AEPA Equine Athlete $50,000 HA/AA English Pleasure Futurity The Stars Come Out at Night (AHDF Event) – Ford Truck Arena – 6:20 pm • Calcutta will be taking place for each class prior to starting the class. All proceeds will benefit AHDF and the organization putting on the class (AHPA, AEPA, AWPA, and Sr. Mare Halter) Sponsored/hosted bars, food and live music AWPA Arabian Horse World $100,000 Arabian Western Pleasure Futurity Sr. Halter Mares AHPA Royal Arabians $75,000 Arabian Hunter Pleasure Futurity AEPA Arabian Horse Times $100,000 Arabian English Pleasure Futurity
SATURDAY, OCT. 26 Mustang Arena – ABS HA/AA Reining AAOTR Jackpot Afternoon Session – Ford Truck Arena • Arabian Horse Youth Contest Team Presentations • AHYA Trails West Trailer Raffle Winner Drawing Purchase tickets at the AHA booth. $50 each or 5 for $200.
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A 6-Part Arabian Horse Times Exclusive Series by Evie Tubbs Sweeney
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he opinions expressed in this printed article were opinions that were extracted as the most consistent topics, new ideas, and progressive solution options. With that said, a summary of this kind is not comprehensive and bears a certain amount of subjectivity on behalf of the summarizer (me). Because of this, I profoundly encourage all Arabian horse enthusiasts to not only read this printed story in full, but also the entire interviews online to extract your own first-hand perspective. I present these perspectives as they were presented to me and are devoid of personal opinion. PREVIOUS INSTALLMENT: A Conversation with Large Breeders (Part I of II), cont. from Vol. 50, No. 3, pages 120-123. FUTURE INSTALLMENTS:
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In This Installment Consistent themes (which are more obvious when reading the full interviews online): • Need for more effective promotion • Politics are a very real problem in the show ring, particularly halter • Rising costs with low-to-no market value is not sustainable • Breeding for halter/performance crossover is a better bet • The need to revive our community is vital for lifestyle hobbies of today Progressive threads worth reading: • World Equestrian Center in Ocala, FL • Proven ways to strengthen our base from Eileen Verdieck This printed version represents only 10% of the complete interviews. Visit www.AHTimes.com to read and share interview topics. Ar abian Horse Times | 86 | Volume 50, No. 4A
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A Conversation With Large Breeders (Part II of II) PETER AND L ORI C ONWAY Conway Arabians
How long have you been breeding Arabian Horses? Conway Arabians has been in existence since 1996. What do you feel are our greatest opportunities to the growth and health of the Arabian horse industry in our current society? Please cite specif ic examples or personal experiences, if possible. A major opportunity for growth was passed last year at the AHA Convention but is unable to be implemented because it is sitting at USEF and they won’t pass it. Just in case you haven’t heard about it, the gist is this: allow Amateurs to service the introductory, first time, grass root beginners. They could be compensated for their time (same as if they were grooming horses or cleaning stalls and paid), and not lose their Amateur status. We are missing a huge group of people that could be mentored and taught that would then move onto a trainer for the next step. How cool would that be if those busses of pre-school kids could come to a camp at our barn or learn how to ride a horse without a farm having to hire another trainer to do this time consuming yet rewarding job.
ANGELA ALVAREZ
JANINA MERZ
Varian Arabians opted to simply send a statement instead of contributing in question format. To some degree, Varian Arabians has never fully depended on the market to survive because Sheila cultivated and invested in developing a group of followers who were primarily interested in learning versus showing. Education has always been a key component to this farm … one that has in many ways sustained other elements, like the breeding and showing program, to a level that otherwise would not have been possible.
What do you feel are our greatest opportunities to the growth and health of the Arabian horse industry in our current society? Please cite specif ic examples or personal experiences, if possible. Om El Arab will be celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. We have always been committed to education and believe that this is as important now as it ever was. Our internship program has helped generations of people get a start in our industry, whether as a professional or enthusiast. We believe that spending time teaching is an investment in our cumulative future. We have hosted several clinics on our farm for this very reason.
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We’ve found that people are hungry for knowledge, and that has not changed with our current societal climate. If anything, we’ve seen it increase. To the majority of people, the horse experience is one that is hands-on, relational and emotive-driven. This focus has really been the heart and soul for what is now referred to as “The Varian Way” and I see society becoming more and more that way. This generation doesn’t just want to know “what” but also “how” and “why.” I’d encourage all breeding programs to incorporate this philosophy into their strategy. Also–and this is very important– it will not happen overnight. It will take years but is well worth it … for both your program and the breed as a whole.
It is every Arabian horse owner’s responsibility to generate interest in their horses with others. We have open barns, educational events, school trips, 4-H and other local event participation. At this very moment, how committed are you to staying in the business for at least the next 5 years? 10 years? Forever, no matter what? We are in it FOREVER! We all love it and wouldn’t want to do anything else.
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In your mind, what are the greatest obstacles to the growth and health of the Arabian horse industry we are currently facing? Can you please speak to examples of how they have personally affected you? In the halter world we have a problem with 50% of our foal crop being devalued at birth. We urgently need to find a way to bring value to our colts again.
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EILEEN VERDIECK
International Breeding & Sales Consultant When did you begin your extensive involvement with Arabian horse breeding, and can you give us a quick overview on your unusual journey with this breed? I began my involvement with the Arabian horse in 1968. I left the industry in 2001 after reaching success at all levels, to once again search for what made me fall in love with horses, because I felt the industry was going in the wrong direction and people were not doing anything to actually change it. I traveled around the world seeing if I could find success stories, both financially and emotionally. Out of the blue, the Dubai government contacted me to create a Disney World for horses, which took me to Dubai full-time in 2003. We came up with some fun, innovative things to bring in newcomers and broaden the base of the horse industry in Dubai. Shows and racing are the sexy niches of our industry, but the strength of any industry is the bottom of the pyramid, the newcomer. Our focus was on the total beginner, people who had never even touched a horse. We gained valuable insights and created exciting things, and Hoofbeatz was born as a result. Using a bunch of Arabians with no value whatsoever, we retrained them and started “Courses for Horses.” Through Hoofbeatz’s popularity, we literally changed the demographics of horse ownership in the UAE. I came back to the United States in August 2016. I wanted to mix what I used to do (sales) with Hoofbeatz and bring it to the USA. I felt it was the right thing to do for the breed. Thanks to Pegasus Arabians, for giving me a little start three months ago. Dean Wikel gave me horses to use and allowed us use of his Scottsdale facility, and now it’s the birth of Hoofbeatz in the United States. Most horses in our industry, less than 5%, are at the highly marketable end. But the reality is that the bulk of the horses are good citizens that deserve to be used for something. Did you know that the #1 killer of women over 60 right now is not health issues anymore, but loneliness? Divorce, empty nesters, women who have worked their butts off their whole life and now find themselves with no community around them. But horses force us to have community because it is very difficult to own them without a slew of people around you. This is our demographic. Those women largely control choices their children and grandchildren make as well, which opens the door wide to a whole younger group of Americans.
The horse is better than any other activity you could try to throw them into because the horse itself is better at engaging people than we could ever be. The key is to have a system in place to take care of the people that get brought in. And that is what we are currently lacking. At this time, there is no way for new people who are brought in to stay involved without it driving them to the high-end competition too quickly (or even at all!). Then we put them in another tough position because there is only one winner at a horse show… something that nowadays is categorized as the only thing that matters, when it’s the journey that matters. Where was the mistake made in order to not repeat history? The mistake began when horses became a business rather than a passion. Pile on top the huge expense required to show, and it’s simply not an attractive picture for the mass public. We have to support and encourage more opportunities for people to simply love the Arabian horse… maybe they don’t even own the horse! Mixed leases or riding schools geared toward the Arabian horse that create community and keep it fun is important. In fact, it’s the most important thing. And it needs to be changed in the entire horse industry. It is not just prevalent in the Arabian horse breed. For example, look at the sport of skiing. Skiing can be dangerous, expensive, snobbish. But they have learned to offer opportunities to people of all ages in small, bit-sized pieces. (Soccer is also a good example.) They do it well from a broad base all the way to the top. In fact, one of the things that helped me created the ethos of HoofbeatZ is Ski Dubai, which is the first mall with a ski slope inside of it. It blew me away. It generated income and interest for the mall as a result of the various levels that offered something to literally everyone: STEP 1: ENTERTAIN THE NON-PARTICIPANT. Coffee shops and restaurants were strategically placed, where you could watch people, laugh at people falling down, watch kids tubing. STEP 2: PERSONALLY AND AFFORDABLY ENGAGE EVEN THE MOST UNSKILLED PEOPLE. One could rent a snowsuit for $20 and either ice skate or enter the play area to build snowmen or throw snowballs. Participation without being skilled or talented in skiing. STEP 3: PERSONALLY ENGAGE IN SNOW SPORTS WITHOUT GETTING ON THE SLOPE. They offered a snow park for the kids (and adults!). People who didn’t want to ski or snowboard could snow tube on the toboggan run.
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STEP 4: PARTICIPATE THROUGH UNINTIMIDATING LEARNING. Very easy introductory lessons for people who wanted to learn how to ski or snowboard. STEP 5: PARTICIPATE AS A SKILLED PARTICIPANT. Regular skiing and snowboarding for those who knew how. STEP 6: PARTICIPATE AS A HIGHLY SKILLED PARTICIPANT. It appealed to the high-end market as well… those people who would tune themselves up before they traveled to the Alps or Colorado to ski. They took something that is a long learning skill, comparable to horses, and turned it into something that was stepped. My goal was always to make activities with horses as easy as bowling. I think “Sesame Street.” Anything that breaks steps down into edible, bite-sized pieces that does not scare people away is what is going to be important. One of my big things is encouraging people to stay on the ground, and not forcing them to get on a horse right away. This allows our horses and our people to rise up in skills together in a safe environment. What’s crucial about the HoofBeatz concept is that we offer a $50 experience rather than asking someone to spend $50k. And they can pick and choose once a week, twice a week. We actually try to keep people at the simpler level for a longer time, so they are totally safe and in love. At this very moment, how committed are you to staying in the business for at least the next 5 years? 10 years? I’m very committed to helping the industry get on its feet.
A lot of people think this business of developing the newcomer is below them! I was one of the top handlers in the world. I did all the sexy stuff… I know about it. But no one wants to teach beginners. It’s labor intensive and monotonous sometimes. But it is the future. And it is the only way this industry will thrive anew. We have to make the Arabian horse relevant as a family horse again. If we don’t find a way to make the ground level people at our base feel good–feel relevant–we will remain a dinosaur industry. And we will be the fossil fuel for other breeds that figured it out better than we did. In your mind, is this industry more for business or pleasure? How do you feel newcomers would answer this topic? When I’m selling Arabian horses to newcomers now, I’m selling them more on what this horse can do for you as a human being. When they buy that horse and create a relationship with it (not just treat it as a pet), that horse WILL teach you to become a better human being by nature of how it responds to us. And to me, that’s a pretty strong argument. Tony Robbins gets a lot of money for teaching people life coaching. This horse is better than anything out there to teach authenticity, kindness, congruency in how you act/think/talk, because the horse is going to let you know if you’re not. Negativity and harmful media amplified that people are desperate for this in their life. They need something in their existence that is truly honest. You bring in 2,000 people. Out of that group, people will rise to go into whatever different thing they want. Not everyone. But some. Hoping to increase our base of newcomers from the largest pool possible affords much better odds than a few here and a few there.
ISAAC TAYLOR Taylor Ranch
How long have you been breeding Arabian horses? My family has been breeding Arabians for about 30 years. What do you feel are our greatest opportunities to the growth and health of the Arabian horse industry we are currently facing? Here at Taylor Ranch, we have started a lesson program with around 25 lesson kids per week. We also recently participated in the Black Stallion Literacy Program by taking a horse to the local library. This takes work, but every barn can do it.
What things have made you discouraged as a breeder? Right now, it’s the lack of market for foals and the disconnect between people buying and breeding. Even though most breeders don’t plan on making lots of money breeding horses, we also can’t lose our shirt on every foal. The lack of gelding programs has especially hurt breeders tremendously. At this moment, how committed are you to staying in the business for at least the next 5 years? We will continue to do it for as long as it is viable. ■
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Leaders Of The Times:
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GRK Farms
by Kristi Hopp
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rabian horse breeding is much like creating and collecting fine art, while at the same time keeping your eyes open to potential greatness, then perfecting the whole thing by putting the vision on canvas and allowing the world to experience your living art. Gary Kehl has accomplished this, and more, at the highest of levels in a relatively short period. Like those who cherish fine art, Gary is clear to state that he loves the “beauty and mystique of the Arabian breed.� GRK Farms is known as one of the premier breeding farms in the United States and is rapidly gaining ground internationally. What started with the purchase of two Half-Arabians for his family to enjoy, Gary can only laugh and smile at the memory. Things quickly escalated to what GRK is today. Those modest beginnings did have a hand, Ar abian Horse Times | 90 | Volume 50, No. 4A
or one could say, a hoof, in creating what might be GRK’s most popular horse to date, Billie The Kid GRK (Sundance Kid V x Just To Fool You). With an astonishing seven National Championship titles thus far in her career with Gary’s granddaughter Chloe, “Billie” represents the standard upon which the GRK performance breeding program was built. Billie and Chloe are just the tip of the iceberg, as the GRK program is a huge family affair. Gary’s younger granddaughter, McKienna, has had great success with Lady Justify GRK ( Justify x Fortessa MCF) in hunter pleasure, and has recently taken an interest in showing halter, a passion she shares with Gary. At Region 8 this year, she won championship honors with Stivalle GRK (Stival x Magnum Sofistica GRK), Kanquest GRK (Kanz Alibidayer x Angellinah GRK) and Kanzianna GRK (Kanz Albidayer x OFW Rihanna). A rising star in the GRK field is the flashy black and white pinto mare Kids N Roses GRK (Sundance Kid V x GK Princess Bar). GRK performance trainer, Priscilla Cluff, has guided this mare to numerous championships through her junior horse years, but this year at Canadian Nationals, it was with Priscilla’s daughter Bianca riding, that Kids N Roses earned her first set of national championship roses in Western Pleasure Walk/Jog 10 & Under. Also at Canadian Nationals, Chloe had the honor of showing the junior horse Cache GRK (Thats Amore GRK x Lady Justify GRK), bred by Gary. Winning the Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Elite class, it was an impressive accomplishment for both. As mentioned, Gary has a real passion for breeding world-class halter horses. Featured this month in Arabian Horse Times’ calendar, is the exquisite filly Fabrihanna GRK (RFI Farid x OFW Rihanna). Gary has sought guidance from many top professionals to nurture his halter breeding program, but has developed a sharp eye himself. He has chosen some of the best breeding stallions available, such as Fabrihanna’s sire, RFI Farid, Kanz Albidayer, Vitorio TO, SMA Magic One, Ever After NA, EKS Alihandro, Ever After NA, Hariry Al Shaqab and Exxalt, to name a few.
OFW Rihanna (OFW Magic Wan x Hafati Julianna)
Billie The Kid GRK (Sundance Kid V x Just To Fool You)
OFW Rihanna is known as the “Queen” of GRK, having been the foundation of Gary’s halter breeding program. The Queen’s court, however, now includes extraordinary mares such as Izzabella Dona ( Jiuliusz de Wiec x Iim So Sheik), RD Mirella (Baywatch V x Alanna), FH Jemina (Eminence PS x FH Jadore) and her own daughter by Kanz Albidayer, Hafatianna GRK. Another daughter put GRK on the International stage this year with the sale of Everanna GRK (by Ever After NA). Special thanks to GRK’s talented halter trainer and marketer, Lucho Guimaraes, for making this happen. With two impressive facilities in Herriman, UT and Scottsdale, AZ, Gary Kehl’s GRK Farms is leading the way in breeding the finest performance and halter horses today. Gary’s vision, top-notch horses and a team of professionals, continue to develop and make the dream possible. ■ Ar abian Horse Times | 91 | Volume 50, No. 4A
Lady Justify GRK (Justify x Fortessa MCF)
FACES & PLACES It’s A Gi rl ! Phil and Nicole Chapparone proudly announce the arrival of Opal Rose Born August 9, 2019 7 pounds | 19 3/4 inches
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JADE JOHNSON OTHERWISE ENGAGED
PHO TOS BY A SH LEY GA LLÚ N
(Mamage × Veghaz Showgirl)
2019 YOUTH NATIONALS Champion Arabian English Show Hack JTR 13 & Under and JOTR 18 & Under Champion Arabian Country English Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Top Ten Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Choice RED DAWNN (SF Aftershoc x Otherwise Engaged) - Top Ten (3rd) Hunter Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Proud parents Susan and Chad Chance | Bred by CSC Breeders Trained by Stachowsk i Farm, Inc. W W W. S TAC HOW SK I .C OM Ar abian Horse Times | 5 | The Rose Report
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Jaeda Isley and Sarah Porter
$1,000 Scholarship
Ellie Galvin (10 & Under)
Connor Koch (13 & Under)
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Zach & Rex White Y o u t h N at i o n a l Winners 5 N AT IONAL C HAMP IONSHIPS 6 R ESERVE N AT IONAL C HAMP IONSHIPS Love Sick and Zach Champion Arabian Country English Pleasure Elite Champion Arabian Country Pleasure Driving Reserve Champion Arabian Saddle Seat Equitation 14-18
Bugzy Malone and Zach Champion Half-Arabian Pleasure Driving
Reserve Champion Half-Arabian Park Horse JTR Reserve Champion Half-Arabian English Pleasure Elite Reserve Champion Half-Arabian English Pleasure JOTR
Super Nova PR and Zach Champion Arabian Native Costume JTR
Reserve Champion Arabian Country Pleasure JOTR Reserve Champion Arabian Native Costume JOTR
Royal Heart and Rex Champion Half-Arabian Country Pleasure Elite
J ohn W hite Stables Lisa Jo White
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ince its initiation in 1993, youth horsemen and women eagerly gather every year for the Youth National Arabian & Half-Arabian Championship Horse Show. Instead of using summer vacation as a time to binge watch Netflix or play countless hours of Xbox, youth riders and handlers alike, are spending their time at the barn, practicing patterns, equitation and general horsemanship in anticipation of this very event. During this impressionable period of life, these young men and women must have the maturity to handle competition against fellow top exhibitors from around the country, showing horses often witnessed competing at the adult U.S. National level. Whether winning the title of National Champion or nothing at all, parents and families show enormous pride for their child’s accomplishments, appreciating the responsibility and dedication it takes to be a part of this challenging, highly competitive sport. It takes teamwork, early mornings, late nights, overcoming fears, and a trusting partnership between horse and rider to find success at the national level. Endless support from families, trainers, friends, barn staff, and the AHA youth committee is also a must to match this incredible opportunity with success! In its 27th year, 665 horses with a total of 2,288 entries converged on Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, at the Jim Norick Arena on July 21-27, with the Arabian Country English Pleasure JOTR 14-18 class having the most entries (34). Rounding out the top five biggest disciplines entered were Hunter Pleasure, Hunter Seat Equitation and Showmanship. “The show was great this year,” proclaims Show Manager, Sharon Richards. “The weather was fantastic with most days in the 80s, and we held the new ‘Experience Classes’ at the beginning of the show, reaching out to first time exhibitors. Those that participated truly enjoyed the experience, so we are planning to hold the classes again next year.” She adds, “All of the disciplines were nicely represented. The horses were presented by very talented riders and were so beautiful to watch, one by one, day by day. The rings ran smoothly, like well-oiled machines, and the exhibitors enjoyed their rides.” Ar abian Horse Times | 18 | The Rose Report
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With the focus centered on youth, events were held to promote and educate the future of the Arabian horse industry, as well as provide an outlet from the stress and anxieties of competition, where attendees could just have fun with friends from all over the country. Activities included an AHYA dance and ice-cream social, stick horse workshop and contest, sponsored water balloon fights and color wars, as well as a photo and “golden horseshoe” scavenger hunt to get attendees familiar with the grounds. A Backyard Bash Bar-B-Que was held at Café 501 on Wednesday night, where 20% of the proceeds benefited AHA and the Friends of Vail foundation. Included was a chef dinner and specialty adult libations, as well as free ‘family-friendly’ outdoor activities and music; a go-to staple to attend next year! The following evening held a crowd favorite with the largest number of entries in any class, the Dog Costume Class and 14th Annual Dog Races. Over $10,000 was awarded in scholarships at the show from three different causes: the Arabian Horse Foundation, The Hollywood Toi Foundation, and Friends of Vail. The heart of each strives to promote the growth and engagement of the industry by creating more opportunities for youth to compete, as well as further their collegiate education.
It is the extent to which exhibitors and AHYA representatives are involved in the industry that reveals a promising future for the breed. One-on-one interviews were conducted by a junior reporter of her peers about their opinions of the show and results of their classes. Youth participants were pleased to be involved and excited to provide their input. Prior to the start of classes on Saturday, July 20th, 115 youth attended the Annual AHYA Convention where they elected their new Executive Officers and voted on a proposed age split resolution. Additionally, a youth representative went to the OKC National Memorial Museum to commemorate the OKC bombing in 1995 by writing, “Sending love from Arabian Youth Nationals” on a chalkboard for public view. It is the promotion of the Arabian horse breed through public awareness and education that is most vital for the growth and strength of the industry, and Youth Nationals did their best to contribute with their “Total Arabian Interaction and Learning” (T.A.I.L) Tours. Given daily throughout the show, newcomers were introduced to the Arabian horse. By providing a welcoming environment, the tour’s aim is to inspire visitors to become involved within the Ar abian Horse Times | 19 | The Rose Report
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industry and fall in love with the beauty and versatility of the breed. The T.A.I.L. program, started by Shelly Stevens in 2005, gives adults and children of all ages the opportunity to learn more about the Arabian horse from educated volunteers. There were expressions of wonder and enthusiasm as large tour groups were guided throughout the show grounds. OKC Fairground Officials are planning a total revamp of the grounds, including a state-of-the-art coliseum, to accommodate such events like Youth Nationals. Providing a welcoming atmosphere for its visitors, Oklahoma City prides itself in hosting a national level competition. With top-notch facilities, not only was the competition fierce and the events entertaining for all ages, youth exhibitors were engaged and participated as representatives and active leaders of the industry, ensuring a strong future for the Arabian horse breed and all that it encompasses. Sharon Richards concludes, “The Arabian horse world is so lucky to have such dedicated young people coming to our show. The youth is the backbone of our Arabian horse industry and we truly hope everyone will come back (with a friend!) in 2020.” Candid photos by Ally Edwards & Ashley Gallún
Youth National Champions Win photos by Ferrara Photography.
Arabian Mare JOTH 18 & Under Champion CHANTILY LACE SF (Sir Fames HBV x JA Psilk N Lace), shown by Faith Krichke for owner Keith Krichke.
Arabian Mare JTH 18 & Under Champion SF MARWHAMBRA (ZT Marwteyn x Impres Alhambra), shown by Sara Bassichis for owner Stella Bella Arabians LLC.
Arabian Gelding JOTH 18 & Under Arabian Gelding JTH 18 & Under Champion Champion VALENTINUS TO (DA FAZIO (Eden C x Swanah), shown by owner Valentino x Sol Natique), shown by Hope Olivia Steinbrink. Krichke for owners Keith or Maureen Krichke.
Arabian English Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion NOBLE BEY CRF (A Noble Cause x Olympia Bey), ridden by Sabina Berglund for owner Berglund Arabians.
Arabian English Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion MR MAYHEM (Apollopalooza x Ivana Trotalot), ridden by owner Connor Koch.
Arabian English Pleasure Choice JTR Champion TIKKET TO FAME (SF Specs Shocwave x Barbary Dancer), ridden by Kaitlin Citari for owner Debra Booher.
Arabian English Pleasure Elite JTR Champion MR MAYHEM (Apollopalooza x Ivana Trotalot), ridden by owner Connor Koch.
Arabian English Pleasure Select JTR Champion NIGHT OF AFIRE (Afire Bey V x Her Nobility), ridden by owner Helena Spandau.
Arabian Country English Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion JTC THUNDERSTRUCK (The Hurricane x Charmming Adona), ridden by Kerry McFadden for owner Midori Farms LLC.
Arabian Country English Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion OTHERWISE ENGAGED (Mamage x Veghaz Showgirl), ridden by Jade Johnson for owner CSC Breeders.
Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Choice Champion CP TINY DANZER (Vegaz x CP Dance Card), ridden by Anna Sophia Rowe for owners Kenneth or Susan Knipe.
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Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Elite Champion LOVE SICK (VCP Magnifire x Morning El Ghaza), ridden by Zachary White for owner Lisa Jo White.
Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Select 14-18 Champion HIGH ON HEIR (Afires Heir x GSF Decadenze), ridden by owner Rylie Grace Debarge.
Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Select 13 & Under Champion DEJA BLUES (Afire Bey V x Ames Deja Vu), ridden by Lola Fiorenza for owner Sandra Fiorenza.
Arabian Country English Pleasure W/T 10 & Under Champion MAN OF STEEL (VJ Royal Heir x DA Lady Tiffany), ridden by Kendall Rooks for owner Debra Hines.
Arabian Park JTR 18 & Under Champion MAXIMILANO (Empressario DF x GSF Cholula), ridden by owner Bianca Massman.
Arabian Western Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion H VERDYKT H (Versace x Ekzotyka), ridden by owner Rebecca Marr.
Arabian Western Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion BSF ELEGANCE (LBA Lode Star x Elzeda), ridden by Reagan Vokoun for owner Buckshot Farms.
Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Choice Champion SHEER AUDACITY V (Audacious PS x Sweet Silk V), ridden by owner Claire Robertson.
Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Elite Champion H VERDYKT H (Versace x Ekzotyka), ridden by owner Rebecca Marr.
Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Select 14-18 Champion RA I KHARUMBA (Khadraj NA x Gala Tricia), ridden by Baleigh Faith Buchanan for owner Kathie James.
Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Select 13 & Under Champion KARMEL EL JULLYEN V ( Jullyen El Jamaal x Khantina Girl V), ridden by Alana Chanelle Becker for owner Franklin Farm LLC.
Arabian Western Pleasure Walk/Jog 10 & Under Champion SA CYNCYNATI (ACF Cynabar x *Karny), ridden by Isabella Ladanyi for owners Lakely Laine Luton or Rob Luton.
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Arabian Hunter Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion MOONSTONE BEYS ZECRET (Shah Azim x Mimis Memory), ridden by owner Emily McDowell.
Arabian Hunter Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion CYLENT LIGHTNING CCA (Cytosk x Bakkaratta), ridden by owner Addison Thompson.
Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Choice Champion ARMANDO CF (Armani FC x CB Focus Myway), ridden by Siena Krueger for owner Maria Danieli Krueger.
Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Elite Champion MOONSTONE BEYS ZECRET (Shah Azim x Mimis Memory), ridden by owner Emily McDowell.
Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Select 14-18 Champion SAN CARLOS JULLYEN V ( Jullyen El Jamaal x Sweet Caroline V), ridden by owner Violet Audi.
Arabian Hunter Pleasure JTR Select 13 & Under Champion LUCY GALLANT (MA Gallant Ladd x Loette), ridden by Malloy Fitzsimmons for owner Faye Hall.
Arabian Hunter Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion THE DUCHESS WA (Mariachi WA x Amber Flheir TRGR), ridden by Reese Tierney for owner Stachowski Farm, Inc.
Arabian English Show Hack JOTR 18 & Under Champion OTHERWISE ENGAGED (Mamage x Veghaz Showgirl), ridden by Jade Johnson for owner CSC Breeders.
Arabian English Show Hack JTR 14-18 Champion TITLEIST BF (Nobilistic BF x PWA Tusea), ridden by co-owner Luciana Hernandez for co-owner Barbara Blanck.
Arabian English Show Hack JTR 13 & Under Champion OTHERWISE ENGAGED (Mamage x Veghaz Showgirl), ridden by Jade Johnson for owner CSC Breeders.
Arabian Hunter Hack JTR 18 & Under Champion ORATION (Dormane x Ortie), ridden by Vincent Desiderio for owners Stephanie and Ricci Desiderio.
Arabian Regular Working Hunter JTR Champion ORATION (Dormane x Ortie), ridden by Vincent Desiderio for owners Stephanie and Ricci Desiderio.
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Arabian Ladies Side Saddle English JOTR Champion SOMBRA DO PAI (Bucharest V x Allionnes), ridden by Tristen Wikel for owner Pegasus Arabians.
Arabian Ladies Side Saddle English JTR 18 & Under Champion SOMBRA DO PAI (Bucharest V x Allionnes), ridden by Tristen Wikel for owner Pegasus Arabians.
Arabian Ladies Side Saddle Western JTR 18 & Under Champion H VERDYKT H (Versace x Ekzotyka), ridden by owner Rebecca Marr.
Arabian Pleasure Driving JTD 18 & Under Champion SAXTON DGL (Afires Heir x Sweet Summer Fire), driven by Natalie Lindmark for owners Russ and Sheri Lindmark.
Arabian County Pleasure Driving JTD 18 & Under Champion LOVE SICK (VCP Magnifire x Morning El Ghaza), driven by Zachary White for owner Lisa Jo White.
Arabian Mounted Native Costume JOTR 18 & Under Champion DANTE AFIRE (Afire Bey V x DA Desireeble), ridden by owner Emily Holden.
Arabian Mounted Native Costume JTR 13 & Under Champion DA BILLIONAIRE (Triften x Arkadia MSC), ridden by owner Lakely Luton.
Arabian Mounted Native Costume JTR 14-18 Champion SUPER NOVA PR (Afires Heir x Copperbey Berry), ridden by Zachary White for owner Lisa Jo White.
Arabian Reining Horse JOTR & JTR 14-18 Champion MY MAJEC MOMENT (D A Napitov x Majestic Ancestry), ridden by Trentyn Powell for owner Silver Aspen Ranch.
Arabian Reining Horse JOTR/JTR 14-18 and A/HA/AA Freestyle Reining JTR Exhibition Champion VLQ FRIENDLY FIRE (Forelock’s Petja x Polka Jane), ridden by Siena Krueger for owner Maria Danieli Krueger.
Intermediate 13 & Under Champion TA KHALIL (Algonkwin x TA Khedannaa), ridden by Reagan Vokoun for owner Buckshot Farms.
Arabian Reining Horse Intermediate JTR 14-18 Champion AANTONINA SF (Aabsolut x EE Karmel), ridden by owner Jessica Jacobucci.
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Arabian Reined Cow Horse JTR Champion Arabian Limited Reined Cow Horse JTR AANTONINA SF (Aabsolut x EE Karmel), Champion ART BY HESA (Hesa Zee x ridden by owner Jessica Jacobucci. Artymusme), ridden by Sarah Porter for owner Colby Powell.
Arabian Ranch Horse Riding JTR 14-18 Champion TA GIOVANNI (Kordelas x Gloria AHSB), ridden by Trentyn Powell for owner Silver Aspen Ranch.
Arabian Ranch Horse Riding JTR 13 & Under Champion ADESSA SS (PA Gazsi x Cassandra SS), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owner Ashlye Daniel.
Arabian Western Trail JOTR 18 & Under Arabian Western Trail JTR 13 & Under Champion BUENOS ARIES PGA (Khadraj Champion ADESSA SS (PA Gazsi x NA x TR Evita), ridden by owner Avery Reed. Cassandra SS), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owner Ashlye Daniel.
Arabian Western Trail JTR 14-18 Champion KMA ANGELO (Los Angeles x Spanish Splendor), ridden by Hannah Jones for owner Karma Arabians.
Arabian Western Trail JTR Select Champion KMA ANGELO (Los Angeles x Spanish Splendor), ridden by Hannah Jones for owner Karma Arabians.
Arabian English Trail JTR 18 & Under Champion TRULY UNDENIABLE (Robby x CF Unforgetable), ridden by Lauren Gassen for owner Cindi Simpson.
HA/AA Gelding 3 & Over JTH Champion TR BUTCH CASSIDY (Sundance Kid V x Chip Dot Comm), shown by owner Brooke Bunker.
HA/AA English Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion LORD OF FIRE (Afire Bey V x Ritida), ridden by Natalie Lindmark for owners Russ and Sheri Lindmark.
HA/AA Mare 3 & Over JTH Champion EBONY BY VALENTINO (DA Valentino x CF Mamies Night Out), shown by Sara Bassichis for owner Stella Bella Arabians LLC.
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HA/AA English Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion HAVE YOU EVER (Baske Afire x Siere Usi), ridden by co-owner Mason DeRegnaucourt for co-owner Barbara Kalevich.
HA/AA English Pleasure JTR Choice Champion O MY MARTINI LOA (HF Mister Chips x Laced With Love), ridden by Alyssa King for owner Ellen King.
HA/AA English Pleasure JTR Elite Champion LORD OF FIRE (Afire Bey V x Ritida), ridden by Natalie Lindmark for owners Russ and Sheri Lindmark.
HA/AA English Pleasure JTR Select Champion JSN MOMBASA (Baske Afire x Drive Me Crazy), ridden by owner Megan Huke.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion TAP OUT (Mamage x Beaulieu’s Tapestry), ridden by Peyton Bergstad for owner Sherman Ranch.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion DRAMBUIE LOUIE (Baske Afire x Isabel’s Supreme Lady), ridden by Alexa Gilbert for owners Glenn or Kelly Gilbert.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure JTR Choice Champion MJM HIT MAN (Baske Afire x La Bella Mafia), ridden by Hattie George for owner Patty Ferszt.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure JTR Elite Champion ROYAL HEART (VJ Royal Heir x A Lady At Heart), ridden by Rex White for owner Shawn Stachowski.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure JTR Select 14-18 Champion VOODOO CHILD (Baske Afire x Only Girl In Town), ridden by owner Helena Spandau.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure Select JTR 13 & Under Champion TCF SOLANGE (Tryst CCF x Airvana), ridden by Allie Dercole for owner Michele Dercole.
HA/AA Country English Pleasure W/T 10 & Under Champion SF BLONDE AMBITION (Cologne x My Formal Lady), ridden by Eva Garmendia for owner Malou Corrigan-Perricone.
HA/AA Park JTR 18 & Under Champion FVF ROSES AFIRE (Afires Heir x Love And Roses), ridden by Alycia Boucher for owner Cheryl Nelson.
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HA/AA Western Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion CALIENTE VIRTUOSO (C A Hermoso x Crystal Blue Persuasion), ridden by Sarah Porter for owner Robin Porter.
HA/AA Western Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion BUCKSHOT DUN IT (Were Dun x ABL Antiqua), ridden by Reagan Vokoun for owner Buckshot Farms.
HA/AA Western Pleasure JTR Choice Champion LMB KHOLT FORTY FIVE (Khash PGA x Krymsunetta), ridden by owner Corinne Gudgeon.
HA/AA Western Pleasure JTR Elite Champion CALIENTE VIRTUOSO (C A Hermoso x Crystal Blue Persuasion), ridden by Sarah Porter for owner Robin Porter.
HA/AA Western Pleasure JTR Select 14-18 Champion AUR KINDA PARTY (Kharismatic PGA x Sheza Loded Lady), ridden by Gianna Gotelli for owners Sally or Jamie Leonardin.
HA/AA Western Pleasure JTR Select 13 & Under Champion IMA ROCKIN POP STAR (Poco Van Star Two x Weczendela), ridden by Alana Chanelle Becker for owner Bell Heir Arabians LLC.
HA/AA Western Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion GOLD COUNTRY (Robby x Crystal), ridden by Ava Loren Jones for owner Scottsdale Equestrian Academy.
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JOTR 14-18 Champion SOCRATES LR (Knight Invader x KJ Kayla), ridden by Emma Kovalsky for owner Jennifer Prince Kovalsky.
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Champion CELEBRITY CYTING FBF (Cytosk x Sunday Grandgenette), ridden by owner Bianca Massman.
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR Choice Champion DB WOULDNT ITBE NICE (Sundance Kid V x CBS Rahz), ridden by owner Marianna Graziadio.
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR Elite HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR Select Champion HS MAJESTIC (Nico x 14-18 Champion FSF DUDLEY (OKW Crimsonn Bay), ridden by owner Cecilia Lind. Firecracker x Vanity’s Summer Bouquet), ridden by Fayth Malone for owner Jessica Lampe.
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HA/AA Hunter Pleasure JTR Select 13 & Under Champion BSF SAVANNAH (Ever After NA x Soul Kiss), ridden by Reagan Vokoun for owner Buckshot Farms.
HA/AA Hunter Pleasure Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion TAMAR COOL KID (Neposzar x Iris), ridden by Ashlyn Koy for owner Alexa Potts.
HA/AA English Show Hack JOTR 18 & HA/AA English Show Hack JTR 14-18 Under Champion WORLDLEE (Klugman x Champion CROWD CONTROL Ronita), ridden by owner Remie Moreno. (Apollopalooza x Showtime’s Daddy’s Girl), ridden by Sarah Porter for owner Anna Slaby.
HA/AA English Show Hack JTR 13 & Under Champion PRIZED SON BF (GSF Rizing Son x Callaway’s Prize Possession), ridden by Rylee Zell for owner Lana Zell.
HA/AA Hunter Hack JTR 18 & Under Champion RSD VICTORATION (Oration x Victoria Secret), ridden by Vincent Desiderio for owner Ricci Desiderio.
HA/AA Regular Working Hunter JTR Champion RSD VICTORATION (Oration x Victoria Secret), ridden by Devon Thomas for owner Ricci Desiderio.
HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle English JOTR Champion APPROPO (Apollopalooza x Sendrini M), ridden by Tristen Wikel for owner Pegasus Arabians.
HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle English JTR 18 & Under Champion FSF DUDLEY (OKW Firecracker x Vanity’s Summer Bouquet), ridden by Fayth Malone for owner Jessica Lampe.
HA/AA Ladies Side Saddle Western JTR 18 & Under Champion ROYAL SHES THE BOOM (Royal Boomer T Rex x NNL Emerald Bey), ridden by Sydney Schulz for owner Amy Schulz.
HA/AA Pleasure Driving JTD 18 & Under Champion BUGZY MALONE (Majesteit x Luv Potion), driven by Zachary White for owner Lisa Jo White.
HA/AA Country Pleasure Driving JTD 18 & Under Champion SF ULTIMATE ASSET (Afire Bey V x Mountainviews Highland Reviews), driven by Claire Robertson for owner Gayle Everitt.
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HA/AA Mounted Native Costume JOTR 18 & Under Champion ELLE YES (Baske Afire x Showtime’s Daddy’s Girl), ridden by co-owner Luciana Hernandez for co-owner Barbara Blanck.
HA/AA Mounted Native Costume JTR 14-18 Champion ELLE YES (Baske Afire x Showtime’s Daddy’s Girl), ridden by co-owner Luciana Hernandez for co-owner Barbara Blanck.
HA/AA Mounted Native Costume JTR 13 & Under Champion HAVE YOU EVER (Baske Afire x Siere Usi), ridden by co-owner Mason DeRegnaucourt for co-owner Barbara Kalevich.
HA/AA Reining JOTR/JTR 13 & Under Champion HEZAS SWEET DREAMS (Hesa Zee x Sweet Red Glo), ridden by owner Justin Rose.
HA/AA Reining Horse JTR 14-18 Champion DUN WITH STYLE RA (Brennas Golden Dunit x Minding Ps And Qs), ridden by Abbey Weiss for owners Dennis and Linda Clark.
HA/AA Reining Horse Intermediate JTR 13 & Under Champion HEZAS SWEET DREAMS (Hesa Zee x Sweet Red Glo), ridden by owner Justin Rose.
HA/AA Reined Cow Horse JTR Champion STORMY WEGHE BTW (Rohara Moon Storm x Peptos Tummy Ache), ridden by owner Morgan Vaughan.
HA/AA Limited Reined Cow Horse JTR Champion WIMPYS LITTLE CAT (Wimpys Little Step x Scat Cat), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owners David or Jessica Bein.
HA/AA Ranch Horse Riding 14-18 Champion JD SAVANNAH DAWN (Gangster Chic x BSF Delta Dawn), ridden by Wyatt Potts for owner Talia Lydick.
HA/AA Ranch Horse Riding JTR 13 & Under Champion ANUTHER BILL (Sunwoodbasksebony x MHR Cherokee Rose), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owner Kirsten McKillop.
HA/AA Western Trail JOTR 18 & Under Champion KHAARGA ESCOBAR SLIK (Kharga Asal Sukkar x Beckie), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owners David or Jessica Bein.
HA/AA Western Trail Horse JTR 14-18 Champion MILLENNIUM MARINER (MJD Cuervo Gold x Teyamo), ridden by Audrey Price for owners Gregory or Julie Poor.
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HA/AA Western Trail JTR 13 & Under Champion KHAARGA ESCOBAR SLIK (Kharga Asal Sukkar x Beckie), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owners David or Jessica Bein.
HA/AA Western Trail JTR Select Champion KHAARGA ESCOBAR SLIK (Kharga Asal Sukkar x Beckie), ridden by Molly Thigpen for owners David or Jessica Bein.
HA/AA English Trail JTR 18 & Under Champion TWYLITE ZONE (Basic Four x JB Dos Jalapenas), ridden by Mckenna Bein for owner Ashlye Daniel.
A/HA/AA English Pleasure W/T 10 & Under Champion RC IRON MAN (Black Daniels x DA Lady Tiffany), ridden by Kendall Rooks by owner Debra Hines.
A/HA/AA Western Trail Walk/Jog 10 & Under Champion KMA PAPI CHULO (Los Angeles x Prescription Creme), ridden by owner Riley Lallo.
A/HA/AA Short Stirrup Reining 10 & Under Champion HOLLYWOOD GOLD DIGGER (Hollywood White x SE Si Bon), ridden by owner Riley Lallo.
A/HA/AA Working Hunter Cross Rails Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion BLONDE AMBITIONS (Infinety x Boston Red Patch), ridden by Addison Collier for owner Lisa Collier.
A/HA/AA Sport Horse Under Saddle W/T 10 & Under Champion HMF NAGID FADL (Prince Shazar x SRF Fahim Starziz), ridden by Gabriella Liberti for owner Ricci Desiderio.
A/HA/AA USDF Intro Dressage Walk/ Trot 10 & Under Champion ALADDINS RISING FIRE (Loki x Aladdin Valentine), ridden by Avarose Burnside for owners Mackenzie or Becky Antle.
A/HA/AA Herd Work JTR Champion A/HA/AA Working Hunter 14.2 and Under AANTONINA SF (Aabsolut x EE Karmel), JTR Champion RB SYLVIE (Oration x ridden by owner Jessica Jacobucci. Cloe Sylvan Sensation), ridden by Vincent Desiderio for owner Ricci Desiderio.
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A/HA/AA Showmanship JTH 14-18 Champion MELISSA HACKER, owner of SS Chiron (C Tiger Emphasis x CSF Wannica).
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A/HA/AA Showmanship JTH 13 & Under Champion ELISE MASON, owner of JSL Hollywood Cystyr (Hollywood White x Helena X).
A/HA/AA Showmanship JTH Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion ALLIE BROOKS, owner of Regent Cairon (Cairos x Moonlight Mystque.
Arabian Western Horsemanship JTR 14-18 Champion TRENTYN POWELL, with TA Giovanni (Kordelas x Gloria AHSB) for owner Silver Aspen Ranch.
Arabian Western Horsemanship JTR 13 & Under Champion MCKENNA BEIN, with Adessa SS (PA Gazsi x Cassandra SS) for owner Ashlye Daniel.
HA/AA Western Horsemanship JTR 14-18 Champion TRENTYN POWELL, with Easy Dun It (Walla Walla Dun It x Basyna) for owners Allison and Katie Mostowich.
HA/AA Western Horsemanship JTR 13 & Under Champion GRACE SMITH, owner of Blended Whizkey (Whizkey N Diamonds x Valarita).
UPHA Arabian Breeds Challenge Cup National Finals JTR 14-17 Champion ISABELLA PERRICONE, with RA Alliza (Allience x CF Night View) for owners Malou and Steven Perricone.
UPHA Arabian Breeds Challenge Cup National Finals JTR 13 & Under Champion ELLAWYNN KIESNER, co-owner of JSN Happened In Vegaz (Vegaz x Yolanda) for co-owner Prestige Farms LLC.
UPHA Arabian Breeds Challenge Cup National Finals Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion REESE TIERNEY, owner of Afires Dejavu (Baske Afire x Mayfires Charm).
Arabian Saddle Seat Equitation JTR 14-18 Champion SOPHIE YIH, owner of Heiritage TRGR (Flameworthy TRGR x Heiress TRGR).
Arabian Saddle Seat Equitation JTR 13 & Under Champion ALEXA GILBERT, with A Revelation BHA (A Temptation x Westela) for owners Bron and Geniene Scherer.
Arabian Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion ANNA SCHIPPERT, with JSN New York Star (Mamage x Ultra Afire) for owner Audrey Meyer.
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Arabian Western Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion ASHLYN KOY, with Golden Xtreme GTH (MCA Magnum Gold x Miz Khashahbi) for owner Kennedy Morgan.
Arabian Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump JTR 14-18 Champion GRACE DAGGETT, with Breakaway PA (Versace x Cazsandra) for owner Ricci Desiderio.
Arabian Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump JTR 13 & Under Champion MAISON MCINTYRE, with Breakaway PA (Versace x Cazsandra) for owner Ricci Desiderio.
Arabian Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion OLIVIA RAE VARGAS, with BFF Definitely Kool (TF Totally Kool x Definitive Dream) for owner Heather Currier.
Arabian Reining Seat Equitation JTR 14-18 Champion TRENTYN POWELL, with My Majec Moment (D A Napitov x Majestic Ancestry) for owner Silver Aspen Ranch.
Arabian Reining Seat Equitation JTR 13 & Under Champion MCKENNA BEIN, with Adessa SS (PA Gazsi x Cassandra SS) for owner Ashlye Daniel.
HA/AA Saddle Seat Equitation JTR 14-18 Champion ALEXIS KIESNER, with JS Struttin On Aphire (Afire Bey V x Reedann’s Phire And Desire) for owners Joel and Ashton Kiesner.
HA/AA Saddle Seat Equitation JTR 13 & Under Champion ALEXA GILBERT, with Drambuie Louie (Baske Afire x Isabel’s Supreme Lady) for owners Glenn or Kelly Gilbert.
HA/AA Saddle Seat Equitation Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion JACQUELINE GARCIA, with After Party VH (SF Aftershoc x Only Girl In Town) for owner Vicki Humphrey.
HA/AA Western Seat Equitation Walk/ Trot 10 & Under Champion AVA LOREN JONES, with Gold Country (Robby x Crystal) for owner Scottsdale Equestrian Academy.
HA/AA Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump JTR 14-18 Champion LINDSAY SHAW, with Dreamin Me On (Brown R Sashaa x Bonnie) for owners John, Mary and Vitoria Melo.
HA/AA Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump JTR 13 & Under Champion VINCENT DESIDERIO, with Geronimo I (Gonzo I x Zannzzibarr) for owner Deborah Bianco.
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HA/AA Hunter Seat Equitation Not To Jump Walk/Trot 10 & Under Champion OLIVIA RAE VARGAS, owner of Goodknightthunder AKB (Aria Il Bacio x A Streak Of Elegance).
HA/AA Reining Seat Equitation JTR 14-18 Champion PAIGE NEUFELD, owner of Black Jack Jerry (Black Jack Olena x Sage Hill Karla).
HA/AA Reining Seat Equitation JTR 13 & Under Champion ALEXA GILBERT, with Spooks Gotta Shag (Spooks Gotta Gun x Jaborrs Wildthing) for owners Glenn or Kelly Gilbert.
A/HA/AA Hunter Seat Equitation Over Obstacles JTR 18 & Under Champion DEVON THOMAS, with RSD Show Stopper (Oration x Victoria Secret) for owner Ricci Desiderio.
A/HA/AA Dressage Seat Equitation JTR 14-18 Champion SAYLOR WEIDAUER, owner of EVG Quintahn (Enzo x Star Of Quintessa).
A/HA/AA Dressage Seat Equitation JTR 13 & Under Champion TIFFANY REPETTO, with Dakotakhrome (Deo Valente x DW Magic Moment) for owner Dana Desiderio.
Arabian Sport Horse Mare JTH 18 & Under Champion WILD ROSES (Kuhailan Artex x Wild Strawberries), shown by Grace Martin for owner Brittany Desiderio.
Arabian Sport Horse Gelding JTH 18 & Under Champion SALTY JOHN (GS Khochise x Shezn Uptown Girl), shown by owner Lauren Gassen.
Arabian Sport Horse Under Saddle JTR 14-18 Champion AVVATAR (Oh By Gosh x Cashmeire), ridden by Grace Jia for owner Brittany Desiderio.
Arabian Sport Horse Show Hack JTR Champion AVVATAR (OH By Gosh x Cashmeire), ridden by Grace Jia for owner Brittany Desiderio.
HA/AA Sport Horse Mare JTH 18 & Under Champion QUICK LADY (Quick Silver Bey x I.H. Tesar), shown by Reece O’Keefe for owners Lindsey O’Keefe and Patricia Hough.
HA/AA Sport Horse Gelding JTH 18 & Under Champion NU DIAMOND REX (Nu Black Diamond x B.R. Belles Of Liberty), shown by Julia Nelson for owner Jennifer Nelson.
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HA/AA Sport Horse Under Saddle JTR 14-18 Champion STANDING ORATION (Oration x April), ridden by Grace Daggett for owner Ricci Desiderio.
HA/AA Sport Horse Under Saddle JTR 13 & Under Champion QUICK LADY (Quick Silver Bey x I.H. Tesar), ridden by Reece O’Keefe for owners Lindsey O’Keefe and Patricia Hough.
HA/AA Sport Horse Show Hack JTR Champion QUICK LADY (Quick Silver Bey x I.H. Tesar), ridden by Reece O’Keefe for owners Lindsey O’Keefe and Patricia Hough.
A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level JOTR 14-18 Champion EYKATERINA (Blue Hors Romanov x Emiliana), ridden by owner Esme Bianca Grimshaw.
A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level JOTR 13 & Under Champion AA PROMOTE THE SHOW (Kharisma AB x Pro Elegance), ridden by owner Cassie Bethea.
A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level JTR 14-18 Champion TR SILVER FORTUNE (Silverado Bey x WA-Fortulina), ridden by owner Jocelyn Moore.
A/HA/AA Dressage Training Level JTR 13 & Under Champion HTC PERFEKTION (Perkolaitor x Princess Dynasty), ridden by Caleigh Coleman for owner Lori Cooper.
A/HA/AA Dressage First Level JOTR & JTR 14-18 Champion EVG QUINTAHN (Enzo x Star Of Quintessa), ridden by owner Saylor Weidauer.
A/HA/AA Dressage First Level JOTR 13 & Under Champion KHAOZ VTC (Babiarz MLA x Daisy), ridden by owner Kylene Hamblin.
A/HA/AA Dressage First Level JTR 13 & Under Champion RITZ STAR DANCER (FS Ritz x Tink-R-Toi), ridden by Elinor Samarias for owner Lori Cooper.
A/HA/AA Dressage Second Level JTR 18 & Under Champion ALADDINS RISING FIRE (Loki x Aladdin Valentine), ridden by owner Mackenzie Antle.
A/HA/AA Dressage Third Level JTR 18 & Under Champion UWANNABEME WH (Baske Afire x Kimberly), ridden by owner Claire Nickelson.
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Sheer Audacity V National Champion Arabian Western Pleasure JTR Choice Trained by Joe Reser Shamrock Farms
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(Baske Afire x Siere Usi)
2019 Youth Nationals Unanimous National Champion Half-Arabian Mounted Native Costume JTR 13 & Under National Champion Half-Arabian English Pleasure JOTR 13 & Under Reserve National Champion Half-Arabian English Pleasure JTR Select Top Ten Half-Arabian Mounted Native Costume JOTR 18 & Under
In loving memory of Tim DeRegnaucourt ... husband, father, son, brother and friend Special thanks to Barb Kalevich Proud parent Janel Mack DeRegnaucourt
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UPHA Ribbons Of Service … A Worthwhile Program
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o an audience of almost 100 UPHA Challenge Cup exhibitors, family members, and their trainers, Nancy Becker, UPHA Director of Fundraising, promoted the UPHA Ribbons of Service Program during a reception held on Sunday, July 21st between the preliminary and final stages of the UPHA Challenge Cup at Youth Nationals. Gift bags containing a detailed and informative UPHA Ribbons of Service Packet, and goodies for UPHA finalists, as well as their horses, were distributed to each finalist. At the end of the reception, Becker announced that raffle tickets were available for all who wanted to participate/sell to earn UPHA Ribbons of Service Community Service hours for the program. Sarah Kirkpatrick, Lizzy Deering, Jackie Garcia, Halle Zimmerman and Mia Havir jumped at the chance and sold over $1,800 within one day! Congratulations are in order to these hard-working young ladies. The raffle ticket winner will receive a riding suit of their choice, valued at $3,500 and generously donated by DeRegnaucourt, Ltd. The UPHA Challenge Cup Sportsmanship Award, sponsored by Richard Wright, is awarded to the rider who serves as a role model and exhibits characteristics that exemplify positive sportsmanship principles. The award is voted on by their peers in their age division; all riders are eligible who have competed in Phase I of the Finals.
Congratulations to this year’s winners: CONNOR KOCH - UPHA Junior Sportsmanship SOPHIE YIH - UPHA Senior Sportsmanship
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Thank You …
~ Lesley Blain Mazur, for her sponsorship of two new UPHA Ribbons of Service Arabian Breed Scholarships ~ The Yih Family, for their very gracious sponsorship of the UPHA Reception/Rider Gift Bags ~ Richard Wright, UPHA Sportsmanship Awards ~ Becker Brothers LLC, UPHA Custom Charms ~ The Roberts, Trautman and Yih Families, Bouquet of Roses
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he UPHA Challenge Cup was established in 1972 to encourage competition for saddle seat equitation riders throughout the nation. The Arabian Breeds Challenge Cup was established in 1994 and a Junior Championship was added in 1999. The mission of the United Professional Horsemen’s Association Foundation is to encourage and promote educational activities and competition related to the sport of showing horses. Through our Challenge Cup programs, many juvenile and adult riders have increased their equine knowledge and athletic skills.
For more information on the UPHA Challenge Cup and the UPHA Ribbons of Service Programs, visit www.uphaonline.com or contact Jennifer Mellenkamp, UPHA Executive Director at jmellenkamp@uphaonline.com or (859) 231-5070. Raffle Tickets can be purchased by contacting Nancy Becker at nbecker@uphaonline.com or by calling 859-351-4317.
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2019 YOUTH NATIONALS Judges’ Highlights and dressage office made my judging duties a pleasure. The riders were all well turned out and have wonderful horses to work with and learn from. I especially enjoyed the Walk/Trot riders; they were clearly already seasoned competitors and rode with great concentration and skill. I look forward to seeing many of these young equestrians continue to enjoy riding, dressage and their Arabian partners for years to come. Thank you, Arabian Horse Association, for the opportunity to serve as a show official.
Kelly Elm …
One of many highlights … bling boots and giant spurs … priceless!
Dawn Coons …
All working western exhibitors were fabulous and talented! My highlights: ~ the run-off for National Champion reining seat equitation … they went for it and it was fabulous! ~ Freestyle Reining ... so much talent and creativity with Friday night excitement! I even enjoyed being booed for having to unfortunately DQ two great rides due to lacking maneuvers. The kids handled it well and what judge doesn’t love a passionate audience! It was a beautiful show and all who exhibited should be quite proud! Thank you for the honor to judge these talented riders and athletic horses!
Lisa El-Ramey …
I enjoyed being part of the tradition of Youth Nationals from the judge’s side of the arena. This is the first occasion I have had to perform in this role, and the show commissioners, staff,
The riding ability, focus and use of the arena was impressive in all divisions. The Friday night Saddle Seat Equation 14-18 final was a highlight for me. Such a deep class, and they rose to the occasion. So great to see so many of the horses and riders coming together with their best performances for a difficult top-level pattern worthy of the best!
Irving Evans…
I was impressed by the support amongst all the youth and parents alike, especially during the awards presentation for the top ten. Also, a big thanks to our announcer for the week, Dan Savage, as he did a great job!
Nancy Free …
Without question, parent and exhibitor enthusiasm was so nice to see, and I was very touched by the emotions of the parents who ran into the arena to be a part of win pictures. The comradery amongst barn mates was very apparent as well. Also, I was so impressed with all the staff members who donate their time and efforts to make this show run smoothly. I very much appreciated being a part of the hunter judging panel. I met so many wonderful people working hard to make this event a success for the kids. Ar abian Horse Times | 48 | The Rose Report
Peggy Klump …
The whole scope and depth of the show was impressive, especially since it was limited to youth equestrians in every discipline. I really enjoyed the interchange between the nearly dozen judges in multiple disciplines that I had the pleasure to meet and chat with while at the show. Both the dressage and sport horse divisions were absolutely terrific. The number and quality of the horses and riders, especially in the 10 & Under division, speaks volumes to the future. The riders were well coached, prepared and the suitability of the horses shined brightly, highlighting the training, harmony and manners during competition. It was a pleasure to judge so many talented riders with horses that show quality gaits with freedom, reach and elasticity. Congratulations to the show management, staff, officials, volunteers and facility workers, etc. ... who work so tirelessly to put on a show of this quality and size.
Kim Morgan …
I can deeply express how honored I was to be asked to judge the Youth Nationals. I judged this show a few years ago and was so impressed with the quality then, but this year the competition was off the charts! Amazing, very well-trained horses and youth showmen that can ride every bit as well as the pros! Many times, the judging panel felt there were quite a few different horses that could be National Champion in many classes. I enjoyed working with the two panels of judges in the Norick Arena; everyone there had the same goal of fair judging and an appreciation for each and every individual showing their horses to us. I would say the future looks very bright! ■
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Th ir d Ge ne r at ion H or sewoman,
Sawyer Tehan R id e s To Rose s A t Yout h N ationals by COLLEEN SCOTT
When Sawyer Tehan (granddaughter of Barbara Chur, Strawberry Banks Farm) decides she wants to
achieve something, she goes after it. That dedication and tenacity paid off at this year’s Youth Nationals
with three reserve champion rose garlands and an additional top ten award. But one of those garlands in particular was really special.
“I decided I wanted to try show hack this year,” she says. “So I started working on learning how to do show hack over the winter and rode as much as I possibly could. There are so many gaits to learn and making sure you have enough
differentiation between them makes it a really fun and challenging thing to try.” Sawyer and Heir Force One (Afires Heir x EA Leathernlace) would end up
reserve champions in the Arabian English Show Hack JOTR 18 & Under. “It
was just the coolest because executing the class well was something I really set
my mind on and to get a nice prize made it even more meaningful,” she says. Her other performances didn’t disappoint. There was another reserve championship with Rejoice
Rejoice (A Temptation x Rumina Afire) in Arabian Country Pleasure Driving. “That class was a little bittersweet, because it was her last. She gets to go
home and just hang out with the other retirees
now.” Sawyer and ERA Thrillicious (Baske Afire
x Koriene) captured a reserve championship in the
Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR Elite ss and were also top ten in the JOTR class.
Riding since she was 7, Sawyer has competed
at Youth Nationals seven times and has one year
left of youth eligibility. Now a freshman at Texas
Christian University, she says this year’s Youth
Nationals was memorable for not only because of her successes, but also because it represented the end of a chapter in her life.
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Sawyer Tehan and Brian Murch
“I’ve always lived so close to the farm (Strawberry Banks) that I could ride every day,” she says.
“Now that I’m going away to college in another part of the country, it just won’t be the same. I
plan to compete again next year because it will
be my last year for Youth Nationals, but it will
definitely have a different feel to it.”
The youngest of four, Sawyer is the only girl,
and the one who inherited her mother’s (Lissa
Heir Force One
Tehan) and grandmother’s love of horses. “I can’t remember a time that I didn’t want to
ride, or just be around the horses,” she says.
“It’s so much fun and rewarding—and it’s even
better because I’ve been able to share the experience
with my mom and grandmother. They have been such great, amazing role models.”
Besides her immediate family, Sawyer also credits Melanie and
ERA Thrillicious
Brian Murch with her success, both in and out of the show ring.
“They’ve been here at the farm almost my entire life, so it’s like having another set of parents,” she says. “Brian is an amazing
horseman. I just can’t say enough good things about him and how much he has helped me grow as a rider and as a person.”
While horses have consumed most of her free time, Sawyer has
also been influenced by her three older brothers. “They would be
outside playing soccer or tennis, so I picked up those sports too.”
Sawyer is also an accomplished pianist and honor roll student. What advice would Sawyer give to youth riders just getting started in walk/trot or 13 & under? She says, “Appreciate
every moment, because whether it’s good or bad, it’s a
new way of learning! Take advantage of every opportunity
you’re given and find something you love and never want to stop doing because that’s exactly how I feel.”
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Number of years in the Arabian horse industry: Over 70. Do you have a family history with horses? Were horses a part of your upbringing? My father, Capt. Lew Russell, Jr. was an amazing man. In his early 20’s he bought a tugboat and started Russell Towboat and Moorage on the Columbia River. My grandfather, Lew Russell, Sr., owned and operated Tidewater Barge Lines. When Grandpa retired, the two companies were merged as Tidewater, run by my dad. His many inventions continue to contribute to the safety and efficiency of river transportation. Even though he was running a large company, Dad made time for many wonderful memories with us. During the winters he took us skiing at Mt. Hood every Saturday. Summers were full of whitewater raft/kayak trips and pack trips with our horses. His legacy has continued down through the generations with extended family gathering together on rafting trips. On my mother’s side of the family, I am a fifth generation Oregonian. My relatives moved to the Oregon Territory before statehood and established one of the area’s leading department stores. Both of my parents and all of my siblings rode horses. My dad bred his mare to an Arabian stallion and gave me the foal when it was born. I was 3 years old at the time. “Cleo” lived to be 35 and taught my children to ride. When she was 20, I taught her to drive. She pulled a fringe topped Surrey in two parades in the 1970s. How did your love for the Arabian horse start? What drew you to them? I have always loved their intelligence and the way they connect with people. You’ve shown successfully in many disciplines (show hack, western, country, etc.) with hunter pleasure being your most recent. Please share your evolution. I grew up in a hunter-jumper area of the country. My earliest showing was mostly on my mom’s Thoroughbred. Next, I showed Arabians in saddle seat, mostly English pleasure, equitation and sidesaddle; then later in costume, show hack and driving. When I bred to Desperado V, I showed the resulting mare in western pleasure until she told me she didn’t like it. Then we went on to trail and western riding, where she loved the lead changes. For each of my horses, I try to find their area of talent and interest, then I adapt. My recently retired trail horse, by Afire Bey V and out of a First Class daughter, was bred to be English, but he hated it. We did trail and even mountain trail, which he loved. He is now a fun companion for my granddaughter. Ar abian Horse Times | 159 | Volume 50, No. 4A
Peggy with Le Bleu Sultan+//, 1999 U.S. National H/A Show Hack AAOTR Champions, and current 31-year-old companion.
Peggy and DM London Town+// (Pension x Premier Property), multi-U.S. and Canadian National Champion Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure horse.
What has winning the APAHA 2017 Amateur Hunter/Show Hack and 2018 Amateur of the Year awards meant for you? It has been an amazing honor, and I find it difficult to describe how much these awards mean to me! What makes your time with your close-knit group of friends in the industry so special? It is great to be associated with others who believe so strongly in promoting the future of the Arabian horse. We don’t always agree on what to change, or how to do it, but we can come together with a good sense of humor and respect for each other. LEFT:
Peggy with ROL Ebonee Fire+/ at an Oregon Horse Center Mountain Trail competition.
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Peggy and Ima Rowdy Dun+ at Oregon Horse Center Mountain Trail competition, and who just earned his Legion of Honor at the Region 3 Championships, 2019.
Kristi Defoe Stewart and I showed together for many years as amateurs before she met and married Doug Stewart. Her Mom, Karla Defoe, and I were very close, until cancer took her from us. Doug and Kristi are my current trainers and they are responsible for matching me up with my current three show horses. This works great for me, as they are supportive of my branching out into various fields they don’t train, such as Sport Horse, Show Trail and
Mountain Trail. While they are totally responsible for my purebred and HalfArabian hunter pleasure horses, they also condition my trail horse during the show season. Since they don’t “do” trail, I haul him to Gina Bressler’s “Gentle Oaks Stable” once a week, year-round, for trail lessons. I also get help from some Quarter Horse trainers for trail and ranch riding. At major shows, Michael Damianos is kind enough to let me join his posse for some coaching. Ar abian Horse Times | 160 | Volume 50, No. 4A
Whom do you look up to and admire most in the industry? I don’t want to leave anyone out, there have been so many. Being on the AHA Board allowed me to get to know many special people I admire very much. Is there one moment that stands above the rest with your Arabians? It’s hard to top the feeling of winning that first U.S. National Championship. Mine was in 1999 in Show Hack aboard Le Bleu Sultan+//. Although we had some excellent coaches, he never lived in a training barn and I conditioned him in the
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APAHA Amateur (2018) and Hunter/Show Hack Amateur (2017) of the Year Award Recipient.
hills behind our 40 acres. He still lives with me at 31years of age and nickers a friendly greeting every time I go out the door. Outside of the Arabian arena, do you enjoy your horses in other ways? We trail ride and have been taking our horses to a friend’s dude ranch every fall. I also ride my Arabians in the Eugene Oregon Mountain Trail events. My husband and I live on 40 acres that is adjacent to timberlands. It is wonderful to be able to have my retired horses here with us.
Peggy and husband, Gary, at Timberline Lodge, Mt. Hood, Oregon.
What would people be surprised to learn about you? I taught college level Computer Science for 20 years. What is a perfect day for you? I had an awesome day at the Region 4 Championship show a few weeks ago, where I brought three horses. In the morning I rode my Half-Arabian, Ima Rowdy Dun+, in an ATR Ranch Horse class of 22 entries and placed 4th, then in the afternoon session, I rode my HalfArabian Hunter, DM London Town+//, to an Unanimous Championship in AAOTR Hunter Pleasure, and finally
Peggy with her great grandson at the Oregon Coast Aquarium.
that same evening, my purebred Hunter, ROL O Whata Night+// and I, were Unanimous Champions in AAOTR Arabian Hunter Pleasure. The two hunter pleasure classes were Sweepstakes. At shows, my well-known companion of the past 13 years, Buffy, is also with me. Many folks will say hello to her before they even talk to me! What is your favorite city in the world? I love where I live, in Alpine, Oregon, but Santa Barbara is right up there as a favorite! ■ Buffy at the Region 4 show.
When you are not at a horse event, aside from horses, what do you enjoy doing? My husband and I met scuba diving. Although we haven’t done that lately, we spent many years diving in great locations, like the Galapagos, Fiji, Palau, Belize, etc. We are downhill skiers and about 30 members of our family spend Christmas vacation at Timberline Lodge, in Mt. Hood, Oregon. What are you most proud of? My three successful children and their families, which now includes great grandchildren.
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Index Of Advertisers 401K Arabians .............................................................................................................................. 48
A Al Babtain Stud ...........................................................................................................................BC
Al Jood Stud.............................................................................................................................20-23 Arabians International................................................................................................................ 157
B Bay Area Equestrian Center .........................................................................................36RR (130)
Bialka State Stud ................................................................................................................ 170, 171
C Cedar Ridge Arabians ..........................................................................60RR (154), 155, 165-IBC
Colonial Wood Training Center ...................................................................... 8-11RR (102-105)
Conway Arabians .............................................................................................................FC, 18, 19
CSC Breeders.....................................................................................................................5RR (99)
D DePaolo Equine Concepts ..................................................................................................... 10, 11
DeRegnaucourt, Mason ................................................................................................ 39RR (133) Dreamco Arabians ...................................................................................................................... 157
E Elizabeth Pizzonia Training ......................................................................................... 39RR (133)
Equine Athlete Veterinary Services ............................................................................................ 49
F Finney, Elaine .............................................................................................................28, 29, 32, 34
Friends of Vail Foundation.................................................................................. 6-7RR (100, 101)
Frierson Atkinson ....................................................................................................................... 157
L Lallo, Riley .....................................................................................................................36RR (130) Lembke, Dean & Roberta.......................................................................................................... 177
Liberty Meadows Training Center................................................................................................ 7
Long Meadow Arabians ......................................................................................................... 64-67
M Marie Fritz Perry Art ....................................................................................................12RR (106) Maroon Fire Arabians, Inc. ....................................................................................................... 157
Marr, Becca ...................................................................................................... 10-11RR (104, 105)
Massman, Bianca .............................................................................................42-43RR (136, 137) Maximuck, Nancy ......................................................................................................26, 27, 30, 31
P Perfect Products ............................................................................................................................ 50
Porter, Sarah......................................................................................................... 8-9RR (102, 103)
R R.O. Lervick Arabians ............................................................................................................... 157
Robertson, Claire ........................................................................................................... 37RR (131)
Royal Arabians ................................................................................................................................ 5
S Sahara Scottsdale ............................................................................................2, 3, 8, 9, 14, 15, BC
Select Show Horses................................................................................................................ IFC, 1
Shafer Arabians............................................................................................................................. 37
Shea Stables ................................................................................................................................. 157
Sherman Ranch............................................................................................................93, 4RR (98)
Smoky Mountain Park Arabians ................................................................... 40-41RR (134, 135)
Springwater Farms...................................................................................................................24-35
G George, Hattie ...............................................................................................................38RR (132)
Stachowski Farm, Inc. ............................................94, 1RR, 4RR, 5RR, 42RR (95, 98, 99, 136)
Gilbert, Alexa ..................................................................................................44-45RR (138, 139)
Strawberry Banks Farm.................................................................................................. 42-45, 156
Glomski, Annie .......................................................................................................................... 181
Sugar Hill Arabians................................................................................................................ 46, 47
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Hegg, Mrs. Mickey .................................................................................................................... 157
The Hat Lady ............................................................................................................................. 157
Hennessey Arabians ................................................................................................................... 157
Heritage Arabian Farm .................................................................................................43RR (137)
Hidden Hollow Farm ................................................................................................................. 181 Hollywood Toi Foundation .............................................................................34-35RR (128, 129)
I Ilercil Corp. ............................................................................................................................. 14, 15
ISRA Arabians............................................................................................................................ 8, 9
J John White Stables ........................................................................................................13RR (107)
V Vicki Humphrey Training Center ..............................................14-15RR, 38RR (108, 109, 132)
Voss, William & Janell .......................................................................................................... IFC, 1
W Ward, Sophia .............................................................................................................................. 180
Wilkins Livestock Insurers, Inc................................................................................................. 157
Y Yih, Roy, Cathy & Sophie...........................................................................................94, 1RR (95)
K Khidam El Shawan Partners, LLC ........................................................................................... 2, 3 Koch, Connor................................................................................................... 14-15RR (108, 109)
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U.S. NATIONALS | 2019
U.S. NATIONALS | 2019
Toi Slamtastic CRF *Perfinka Excellence CRF Ames Divine Toi Daniels Goblet Of Fire CCF Nirvanas Mirage CRF Fire It Up CRF HS Iamthe Warrior Supreme Glamor CRF Had Me A Blast His OwnMan CRF Jay Z TA Mozart Laura Rodel, Trainer | Stephanie Davisson, Instructor | Erin Belton, Assistant Trainer The Ames Family | Jordan, Minnesota | www.Cedar-Ridge.com
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Matoi x Fantasy Watch | Owned and Bred by Cedar Ridge Arabians Ar abian Horse Times | 168 | Volume 50, No. 4A
H/A English Pleasure AAOTR 40 & Over and ABS H/A English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot with Lara Ames H/A Pleasure Driving Open with Tom Moore
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ABWC Las Vegas Gold Champion All Nations Cup Gold Champion Prince Sultan Arabian Horse Festival Gold Champion World Championships Silver Champion
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Esparto x Perfirka | Leased by Cedar Ridge Farm | Owned and Bred by Bialka State Stud
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Kahil Al Shaqab x MD Hibat Allah | Bred and Owned by Cedar Ridge Arabians
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Scottsdale Champion Two-Year-Old Colt East Coast Champion Stallion
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AEPA Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity with Laura Rodel
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ROL Divine Style x Julietta Ames | Owned and Bred by Cedar Ridge Arabians Ar abian Horse Times | 175 | Volume 50, No. 4A
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Black Daniels x R Secret Toi Owned by Dean and Roberta Lembke Bred by Bryan and Joanne Grossman
Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 40 & Over ABS Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot with Roberta Lembke Afire Bey V x JR Briar Rose Owned by Dean and Roberta Lembke Bred by Crescent Creek Farm
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Baske Afire x On Tulsa Time | Owned and Bred by Cedar Ridge Arabians Ar abian Horse Times | 178 | Volume 50, No. 4A
H/A English Pleasure Maturity with Lara Ames H/A English Pleasure Jr. Horse with Laura Rodel
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Nico x MMA Baghazi | Owned by Sophia Ward | Bred by Linda Pizzonia
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Arabian Country Pleasure Maturity ABS Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot Arabian Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54 with Jen Glomski Brave And Noble x Dharma DE Owned by Hidden Hollow Farm Bred by Katja Wiedrich
H/A Country Pleasure Maturity H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54 with Jen Glomski H/A Country Pleasure Jr. Horse with Laura Rodel Noble Supreme CRF x Glamorize Owned by Annie Glomski Bred by Cedar Ridge Arabians
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NATIONAL CHAMPION | Baske Afire x Gunning For Roses KCF | Owned and Bred by Cedar Ridge Arabians
H/A Country Pleasure Maturity ABS H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot H/A Country Pleasure AAOTR 36-54 with Lara Ames
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RESERVE NATIONAL CHAMPION | Zefyr x Venessa EQ | Owned by Cedar Ridge Arabians | Bred by Jennifer Schmitt
H/A Western Pleasure Maturity with Lara Ames H/A Western Pleasure Jr. Horse with Jody Strand
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Kordelas x Marieta | Owned by Richard Ames | Bred by Toskhara Arabians Ar abian Horse Times | 184 | Volume 50, No. 4A
Arabian Reining Open Ridden by Crystal McNutt
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2019 HA CHESTNUT FILLY | SF Aftershoc x Undulata’s Nuttin Sweeter | English Prospect 2019 HA BAY FILLY | Nutcracker’s Nirvana x Marion Ames | English Prospect 2019 PB BAY COLT | Inception x HA Sahara Afire | English Prospect SINGN INTHE REIN RA | TA Mozart x AM Starry Night | 2018 PB Grey Mare Reining Prospect 2018 PB CHESTNUT FILLY (Name Pending) | Pyro Thyme x HL Valla Vitoria | Mare Halter/Hunter Prospect AFTERBURNER MJB | Sir Marwan CRF x Gloria Afire | 2015 PB Bay Gelding Hunter Pleasure AMES PATINA | A Noble Cause x Olympia Bey | 2009 PB Chestnut Mare Broodmare Marc of Ames
AMES REVELATION | H Mobility H x Ames Patina | 2018 PB Bay Gelding English Prospect APPOLONIA | Afires Heir x MHF Appoljacks | 2015 PB Bay Mare English Prospect CREATE N ILLUSION CRF | Afires Heir x Aria Endless Summer | 2017 Bay PB Stallion English/Breeding Prospect GSF ZUMBA | SHF Encore x PWA Tusea | 2011 PB Chestnut Mare Broodmare HAD ME A BLAST | Brave And Noble x Dharma DE | 2013 PB Chestnut Gelding Country Prospect HES IN STYLE CRF | ROL Divine Style x Gunning For Roses KCF | 2015 HA Chestnut Gelding Country Prospect JUSTA RUMOR RA | TA Mozart x Goldens Lil Sugar | 2018 HA Black Bay Mare Reining Prospect MARC OF AMES | QR Marc x Perfirka | 2016 PB Bay Gelding Hunter Prospect MOONDANCE JAM RA | Yellow Jersey x Foxy Maxemus RA | 2018 HA Bay Gelding Reining Prospect
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MOZARTS MINUET RA | TA Mozart x Ms Great Whiz | 2017 HA Chestnut Mare Reining Prospect NIRVANAS AFIRE CRF | Nutcrackers Nirvana x HA Sahara Afire | 2017 HA Chestnut Gelding English Prospect NIRVANAS MIRAGE CRF | Nutcracker’s Nirvana x Ames Mirage | 2016 HA Bay Mare Country Pleasure O BABY LUV CRF | VJ Royal Heir x Shady Baby | 2017 HA Bay Mare Hunter Pleasure Prospect SELENA AMES | SF Aftershoc x Aria Endless Summer | 2018 PB Chestnut Mare English Prospect SO SHOCKING CRF | SF Aftershoc x Foxcroft So Exquisette | 2018 HA Chestnut Gelding English Prospect ULTIMATE CHOICE CRF | RWC Arrowheads Unlike Any Other x Ames Patina 2017 HA Chestnut Mare English Prospect For more information contact Laura Rodel (320) 522-2169 or Stephanie Davisson (815) 354-2466 Farm: (952) 492-2537 | www.Cedar-Ridge.com
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As we head to U.S. Nationals this year, we’d like to extend our gratitude and thanks to all of our staff and dear friends within the horse industry...Your love and support during this monumental year of emotions has been remarkable and sincerely appreciated. We’ve laughed, cried, reflected and celebrated together, and for that we thank you! Sincere thanks to ... Laura Rodel, Stephanie Davisson, Erin Belton, and the remarkable staff and clients of Cedar Ridge, as well as Tom Moore, Crystal McNutt, Josh Shino, Vicki Humphrey and Jessica Clinton, Jody Strand, Midwest Training Centre and Ted Carson, Farriers John Banwart of Minnesota Valley Farrier, Blair Rains of Pferd Farrier Care, and Joe Dolan of DD Horseshoeing, and our veterinarians, Dr. Paul Weitz of Weitz Equine, Dr. Brad Hill & Dr. Ty Wallis of Equine Athlete and Dr. Brian Dahms of Stillwater Clinic. To our industry peers, our supporters, and our dearest friend, the Arabian horse - we thank you for all of your love! ~Lollie & Lara
2019 Unanimous Scottsdale Champion Stallion U.S. NATIONAL JUNIOR STALLIONS Presented by Andrew Sellman
WW Stivallea x Al Magna Proudly Owned by Al Babtain Stud, Kuwait Represented in the U.S. by Sahara Scottsdale www.SaharaScottsdale.com