Table of Contents
AQHA National Directors ............................................................................................................................................................ 32 Arena Team Sponsors ................................................................................................................................................................. 104 Breeder’s Challenge Halter Futurity................................................................................................................................... 120-121 Class Descriptions ............................................................................................................................................................... 216-232 Commercial Exhibits .......................................................................................................................................................... 154-161 Congress Breeders Challenge ............................................................................................................................................. 120-121 Congress Cares ......................................................................................................................................................................... 36-37 Congress Cutting Event .............................................................................................................................................................. 150 Corporate Partners ..................................................................................................................................................................... 106 Demonstration Schedule .............................................................................................................................................................. 85 Dummy Roping Contest ............................................................................................................................................................ 167 E-mail Signup .............................................................................................................................................................................. 232 Freestyle Reining ......................................................................................................................................................................... 151 Futurities ............................................................................................................................................................................... 116-117 Govenor’s Welcome........................................................................................................................................................................ 12 Hall Of Fame ........................................................................................................................................................................ 144-146 Judge Biographies .................................................................................................................................................................... 60-65 Lecture Schedule ............................................................................................................................................................................ 84 Lecturer and Demonstrator Biographies .............................................................................................................................. 92-95 Map of the Fairgrounds .................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Masters Events ..................................................................................................................................................................... 110-111 Mayor’s Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................................... 14 Mounted Shooting ....................................................................................................................................................................... 152 National Youth Activity Team Tournament ..................................................................................................................... 182-188 Ohio Expo Center Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................ 16 OQHA Officers .............................................................................................................................................................................. 28 OQHA Board of Directors ..................................................................................................................................................... 28-29 OQHA Headquarters and Staff .................................................................................................................................................... 28 OQHA Honorary Directors and Past Presidents ...................................................................................................................... 32 OQHA President and Congress Tri-Chairmen ......................................................................................................................... 33 OQHA President’s Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................ 10 Queen Candidates ............................................................................................................................................................... 210-211 Queen Contest Memories .......................................................................................................................................................... 204 Queen Donors ............................................................................................................................................................................. 205 Queen’s Year In Review ....................................................................................................................................................... 194-201 Queen’s Welcome ........................................................................................................................................................................... 22 Show Partners ...................................................................................................................................................................... 178-179 Show Schedule ......................................................................................................................................................................... 40-50 Southern Belle Breeder’s Program ..................................................................................................................................... 130-131 Super Sale ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 148 Worship Services ......................................................................................................................................................................... 148 Youth Contests ............................................................................................................................................................................. 166
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Ohio Quarter Horse Assoc. President Welcome
Welcome to the 48th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress! On behalf of the officers, directors, members, and staff of Ohio Quarter Horse Association, I would like to thank you for supporting the Congress.
This year the Congress is bigger and better than ever before. We’ve added a Small Fry division for our exhibitors 9 years of age or younger to show in showmanship, trail, horsemanship, western pleasure, and equitation. We are excited to introduce our Congress Cares Program, which provides support and funding to a multitude of causes. Also, new for this year are the Noble Outfitters “Selfie Stations,” make sure to stop by one and snap a selfie! The Congress Bull Riding – PBR Touring Pro has returned to the Coliseum, and promises an exciting night full of some of the world’s best bull riders. The Mercuria World Series of Cutting and Bridleless events demonstrate the incredible athleticism of the Quarter Horse and the bond between horse and rider. As always, the Weaver Leather freestyle reining is a highlight of the Congress. New to this year’s event is a special Q&A session with Stacy Westfall starting at 6:30 p.m., so get to your seats early for a chance to have your question answered by this multiple Freestyle Reining championship winner and National Cowgirl Hall of Fame Inductee. Each year the Congress gets bigger and better, continuously making us the largest single-breed horse show in the world. We strive to keep that title, and work tirelessly year round to make sure that each Congress is the best one to date. I would like to thank the OQHA Officers and Directors, Congress Tri-Chairmen, the office and show staff, and volunteers who make it all possible. I also extend thanks to our corporate partners who generously and loyally support the Congress each year; and all of the commercial exhibitors who travel to share their services and products. Last, but not least, I would like to thank you, the exhibitors and spectators, for making the journey to the Congress; without you none of this would be possible. Take a stroll through Congress Hall, grab a bite on the Midway, and check out any of the classes, and you’ll soon find out why the All American Quarter Horse Congress is Still The One. Sincerely, Chris Cecil Darnell
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Govenors Welcome Greetings, Karen and I extend a warm welcome to everyone attending the 48th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress, the world’s largest single-breed horse show, being held at the Ohio Expo Center from October 2-26, 2014. I want to thank the Ohio Quarter Horse Association for sponsoring this popular event, and all the organizers, volunteers, judges and especially participants and their horses for all their hard work and dedication to making it a success. Ohio is proud to host the All American Quarter Horse Congress and the people from around the world who attend the show during its three-week run. Events like this are just one of the many reasons that Ohio is a great place to live, work and visit. If you are visiting from another state, I hope you have time to experience some of the wonderful sights and sounds that the Buckeye State has to offer. I would also like to recognize all the college students, 4-H, FFA and Quarter Horse youth members who will compete in the largest Intercollegiate and Junior Horse Judging contest held at this year’s Congress. On behalf of all Ohioans, best wishes for a successful and memorable event! Sincerely,
John R. Kasich Governor
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John R. Kasich Govenor
Mayor’s Welcome Greetings, I am honored to welcome you to America’s 21st Century City - Columbus, Ohio, for the 48th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress. As a community, we are honored that you have chosen our city once again as the location of the greatest and largest single breed horse show in the world. On behalf of the families who make Columbus such a great place to live, work and play, I invite you to explore our city. From the lively Arena District to the family favorite COSI, the beautiful Franklin Park Conservatory to the shops and restaurants of our many historic neighborhoods, Columbus offers something for every person and family. Besides serving as the state capital, Columbus is also the nation’s 15th largest city, blessed with a dynamic business climate, a commitment to celebrating diversity, numerous annual festivals and cultural events, and exciting arts and entertainment opportunities. No matter what season it is, we are proud to be the home of great professional, amateur, and collegiate sports teams, including the NHL’s Columbus Blue Jackets, soccer’s Columbus Crew, and of course all of the sports represented by the Ohio State Buckeyes. Again, we’re proud to have you in our city and we invite you to enjoy our community, enjoy the Congress, and of course come again soon. Sincerely,
Michael B. Coleman Mayor
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Michael B. Coleman Mayor
Ohio Expo Center Welome As the leaves start to change, I fondly anticipate the opening of the All American Quarter Horse Congress. On behalf of the venue that has been home to this distinguished event since its first-ever Congress in 1967, I am pleased to welcome you back to the Ohio Expo Center again this fall. As I watch our facility transform in anticipation of the Congress’ grand opening, I can’t help but admire all those who organize and participate in the Congress each year. I am able to witness, firsthand, the hard work and dedication that goes into making this show a lasting success. The Ohio Expo Center is proud to be home to the esteemed 48th All American Quarter Horse Congress. As you know, this event has a lengthy list of accomplishments: the world’s largest single-breed horse show, the largest annual convention in Ohio and one of the nation’s top events. In addition to its national accolades, the Congress holds a special place in my heart. Each October, I am able to marvel at the magnificent horses, enjoy some great shopping, and admire the grace and skill of first-class participants in a number of competitions. Each and every year, I am thrilled to have the privilege of working closely with OQHA to host the Congress, and I hope to make this year the best yet. Best wishes for a successful and exciting show, and good luck to all those who participate in this esteemed tradition! Sincerely, Virgil Strickler, CFE General Manager Ohio Expo Center & State Fair
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On behalf of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association and myself, I would like to welcome you to the 48th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress! I am Meghan Murphy, your 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen. As spokesperson and ambassador for the largest single-breed horse show in the world, I am thrilled to be here for you! Whether you are an exhibitor, spectator, or simply here to check out what this event is all about, I guarantee you will be able to find something to suit your interests. The All American Quarter Horse Congress offers something for everyone, your experience here will be like none other. With more than 20,000 entries in 2013, The All American Quarter Horse Congress is the largest single-breed horse show in the world. The Congress attracts more than 650,000 people and brings in more than $180 million dollars to the central Ohio economy during its 24-day length. The Congress Trade Show offers seven acres of indoor shopping in addition to outdoor vendor space for a total of more than 250 commercial exhibits. Anything from jewelry and tack to trucks, trailers and much more can be purchased here. New for 2014 are additional classes and divisions. Equitation, western pleasure and trail have been added to the small fry division. Additionally, a Small Fry High Point will be awarded to the exhibitor accumulating the most points in the five small fry classes. Ranch horse pleasure is offered in amateur and youth divisions and green trail is split into junior and senior divisions this year. In the halter ring, a yearling division has been incorporated into the Congress Stallion Challenge. This addition will include a separate class for yearling stallions, yearling mares, and yearling geldings. Weanling and yearling classes will be held concurrent with AQHA classes. Unfortunately, the Amateur Versatility will not be offered this year. A variety of lectures and demonstrations are offered in an effort to fulfill one of the main missions of the All American Quarter Horse Congress. The demonstrations scheduled throughout the duration of the Congress will cover various topics related to the American Quarter Horse and feature many professionals across the industry ranging from professional horsemen to veterinarians. Additional special events offered at the All American Quarter Horse Congress include Small Fry Western Horsemanship on Sunday, October 12. The Congress Super Sale on Saturday, October 18, National Youth Activity Team Tournament on Sunday, October 19, and The All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen Coronation Ceremony on Sunday, October 19. The All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen is an accomplished horsewoman who represents the All American Quarter Horse Congress and ultimately, the quarter horse industry. The contest, which began in 1968, allows young women to represent their respective state, regional, or provincial quarter horse association and compete in three categories. The women are scored on interview and personality, tested on knowledge of the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations, and judged on western horsemanship abilities. The Queen’s Western Horsemanship scheduled for Friday, October 17 is open to the public and a very popular portion of the contest. Spectators are invited to meet me and many of the candidates at the hot pink Congress Queen Booth located in Congress Hall or around the grounds throughout the duration of the show. Spectators may also purchase a seat at a variety of ticketed events throughout the show. The country’s best cutting horses will showcase their talents on Thursday, October 9 during the Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting and Cinch Bridleless Cutting events. The PBR Touring Pro event returns to the Congress on Friday, October 10. One of the most popular events at The All American Quarter Horse Congress every year is the Freestyle Reining on Saturday, October 11. Horses and their riders will perform to popular music to impress the judges and crowd as they compete for the coveted Congress Bronze. On Saturday, October 25, two-year olds from across the nation will compete for the very first time in the Equine Chronicle Congress Masters Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle classes. Nearly 6,000 horses will call the Ohio Expo Center home this month. Each of them prepared to perform their best. Every exhibitor will enter the Congress show arena hoping to have the ride of a lifetime and hoping to walk out of the arena with the coveted Congress Bronze in hand. I wish all exhibitors at the 2014 All American Quarter Horse Congress the very best of luck! Enjoy the ride! Sincerely, Meghan Murphy All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen, 2013
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2014 OQHA Officers
Chris Cecil Darnell
Brent Maxwell
Committees Served: Finance, Horse Show Advisory, Rules, Treasurer’s Office, Awards Assignments, Hall of Fame, Stall Assignments
Committees Served: Annual Awards, Finance, Horse Show Advisory, Professional Horsemen, Congress Futurities, NYATT Trail/Western Riding *, Scholarship,
OQHA President
Executive Committee
Vic Clark
David McDonald, DVM
Committees Served: Finance, Awards Assignments, Super Sale, Hall of Fame, Treasurer’s Office*
Committees Served: Drug Task Force*, Research*, Scholarship, Judging Tournament, Vet Coordinator*
1st Vice President
Executive Committee
Elizabeth Gorski
Skip Salome
Committees Served: Grievance, Long Range Planning, Public Policy, Rules, Scholarship, Lectures/Demos
Committees Served: AQHA, Finance, Public Policy*, Trail Ride, Food & Beverage*, Security, Hall of Fame, Long Range Planning, Stall Assignments
2nd Vice President
Congress Tri-Chairman
Alan Potts
Denny Thorsell
Committees Served: Finance*, Hall of Fame, Roping
Committees Served: Drug Task Force, Finance, Hall of Fame, Stall Move-In*, Awards Assignments, Stall Assignments
Executive Committee
Congress Tri-Chairman
OQHA Headquarters and Staff The Ohio Quarter Horse Association
Dr. Scott Myers
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Barb Benedum Nicole Barker
Executive Director Accountant Marketing and Communications
Lisa Martin Rhonda Harter Corporate Partner Coordinator Commercial Exhibit Coordinator
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Mindy Westlake
Congress Show Secretary Congress Futurity Secretary
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Membership Secretary OQHA Points Secretary
2014 OQHA Board of Directors Lisa Alley
Randy Jacobs
Chuck Smith
Rod Atherton
Roger Landis
Denny Thorsell
Kelli Diaz
Brent Maxwell
Brent Tincher
Candi Fites
Cindy Morehead
Greg Tordoff
Bill Flarida
Kristine Nagy
Mike Vargo
Shawn Flarida
Judd Paul
Shane Watson
Elizabeth Himes
Donald Recchiuti
Trail Ride, Commerical Exhibits, Morning Refreshments, Stall MoveIn, VIP/Awards Ceremony
Grievance, Trail Ride, Congress Program, Stall Move-In, VIP Camping*, Youth Commercial Exhibitors
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Annual Awards, Annual Banquet*, Breeders Incentive*, Horse Show Advisory, Congress Program*
Information Booth, Reining, Horse Show Advisory
Horse Show Advisory, Professional Horsemen, Congress Futuries, Reining, Riding Areas
Breeders Incentive, Reining
George Seanor
Breeders Incentive, Grievance, Horse Show Advisory, Rules, Trail Ride, Trail/Western Riding
Professional Horsemen, Congress Futurities, Judging Tournament
Drug Task Force, Horse Advisory, Professional Horsemen*, Congress Futurities, Reining, Riding Areas, Super Sale
Committees Served: Annual Awards, Finance, Horse Show Advisory, Professional Horsemen, Congress Futurities, NYATT, Trail/Western Riding *, Scholarship, Judging Team*, Scholarship, Youth, Fire Safety, Hunter/ Jumpers, NYATT, VIP/Awards Ceremony,
Annual Awards, Annual Banquet, Congress Program, Speed/Contesting
Breeders Incentive, Horse Show Advisory, Professional Horsemen, Rules, Congress Futurities, Commercial Exibitors, Riding Areas*, Stall Move-In, Trail/Western Riding Judging Team, Hunter/Jumpers, Judging Tournament*, NYATT*, VIP/Awards Ceremony
Long-Range Planning*, Cutting*
Drug Task Force, Finance, Hall of Fame, Stall Move-In*, Awards Assignments. Stall Assignments
Professional Horsemen, Congress Futurities, Horse Show Advisory, Riding Arenas, Trail/Western Riding
Annual Banquet, Public Policy, Technology*, Youth, Fire Safety, Lectures/Demos, Stall Move-In, VIP/Awards Ceremony
Breeders Incentive, Grievance, Long-Range Planning, Public Policy
Annual Banquet, Membership*, Technology, PSA’s*
Randy Wilson
Drug Task Force, Grievance, Horse Show Advisory, Professional Horsemen, Congress Futurities, Riding Areas
Todd Salome
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AQHA National Directors Clark Bradley
Fritz Leeman
Skip Salome
Dan Trein
AQHA Director Emeritus
AQHA Director Emeritus
AQHA Director at Large
Dr. Scott Myers
AQHA National Director
AQHA National Director
OQHA Past Presidents & Honorary Directors
Clark Bradley Past President, 1999-2000
Wayne Erwin Honorary Director
Binnie Ann Masters Honorary Director
Vic Clark Past President, 1997-98
Burgess Holt Past President, 1984-86
Charlie Menker Past President, 2003-04, 2011
Jim Brennan Past President, 1979
Don Clason Past President, 1976-77 Ed Dingledine Honorary Director
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Fritz Leeman Past President, 1990-92 Steve Marko Honorary Director
David McDonald, DVM Past President, 1989
Dr. Scott Myers Past President, 2007-08, 2012
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Cliff Nash Past President, 1987-88 Alan Potts Past President, 1960 Roger Ruetenik Honorary Director
Skip Salome Past President, 1993-94, 2005-06, 2009-10 Dan Trein Honorary Director
OQHA President & Congress Tri-Chairmen
Although three weeks seems like a long horse show, the planning for the All American Quarter Horse Congress takes nearly a full year. Beginning at the November business meeting, OQHA’s 37-member board of directors reviews the previous Congress and discusses changes, improvements and suggestions for next year’s show.
At the forefront of this undertaking are the current OQHA President, First Vice President and two additional Congress Chairmen. These four individuals supervise discussions about the Congress throughout the year. All members of the board of directors serve on the Congress Steering Committee, which determines the details of each Congress. The OQHA President serves a one year term, with the opportunity to be re-elected to a second consecutive term. The First Vice President is also elected to a one-year term. The First Vice President serves as one of the three Congress Tri-Chairmen and is also a member of the OQHA Executive Committee. He or she is the only OQHA official to serve as both a Tri-Chairman and a member of the executive committee. Finally, two more Congress Tri-Chairmen are elected by the board of directors to staggered three-year terms.
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Skip Salome
Denny Thorsell
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Congress cares helps the Novice Youth who lost their home in a flood, it assists the 14-18 who’s horse was severely injured in an acciedent, it comes to the aid of the Amatuer Select who is battling cancer, it reaches out to help the trainer who’s facility was devastated by a fire.
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All you have to do is show your support of the Congress Cares program by purchasing a special commemorative pin. 100% of your $10 donation will go directly to the program to help our industry continue to thrive and succeed. A special feature of Congress Cares at the 48th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress is that we have enlisted the support of some of our vendors. All you have to do is present the card that you are given when you purchase your Congress Cares pin to the participating vendors to receive a special discount or promotion from them. Participating vendors will have a sign on display to show their support for Congress Cares.
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Friday - October 3, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 1341 Junior Reining 1342 Senior Reining 8815 NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes 8816 NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 2 Stakes 8817 NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 3 Stakes 8818 NRHA Non Pro Reining Primetime Stakes *classes run concurrently 6630 Ladies Reining
Coliseum – 8:00 am 9980 NCHA Cutting Classic - Prelim 9975 NCHA Cutting Derby - Prelim 9970 Congress Cutting Futurity - Prelim 7715 NCHA $2,000 Limit Rider (Any Ride) Cutting
Saturday - October 4, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 4348 Youth Reining 14-18 4347 Youth Reining 13 & Under 6600 NRHA Open Reining* 6605 NRHA Intermediate Open Reining * 6625 NRHA Limited Open Reining * 6665 NRHA Primetime Open Reining Stakes* *classes run concurrently
Coliseum – 8:00 am 9981 NCHA Non Pro Cutting Classic - Prelim 9976 NCHA Non Pro Cutting Derby - Prelim 9971 NCHA Non Pro Cutting Futurity - Prelim 7755 NCHA Youth Cutting 13 & Under 7760 NCHA Youth Cutting 14-18 7745 NCHA $1,000 Amateur Cutting
Sunday - October 5, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 6606 NRHA Youth Reining (13 & Under) 6607 NRHA Youth Reining (14-18) 6608 NRHA Short Stirrup NEW Parelli Natural Horsemanship 9900 NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity - Finals * 9901 NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity - Finals * *classes run concurrently Coliseum – 8:00 am 9980 NCHA Cutting Classic - Finals 9975 NCHA Cutting Derby - Finals 9970 NCHA Cutting Futurity - Finals 9981 NCHA Non Pro Cutting Classic - Finals 9976 NCHA Non Pro Cutting Derby - Finals 9971 NCHA Non Pro Cutting Futurity - Finals 7710 NCHA $15,000 Limit Amateur Cutting
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Monday - October 6, 2014
Class Schedule
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 5340 Novice Youth Reining 6610 NRHA Non Pro Reining * 6615 NRHA Intermediate Non Pro Reining * 6620 NRHA Limited Non Pro Reining * 6660 NRHA Primetime Non Pro Reining * *classes run concurrently Coliseum – 8:00 am 7740 NCHA Open Cutting 7720 NCHA Non Pro Cutting 7700 NCHA $35,000 Non Pro Cutting
Tuesday - October 7, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 6635 NRHA Novice Horse - Open Division * 6640 NRHA Novice Horse - Non Pro Division * *classes run concurrently 6670 NRHA Rookie Reining 2340 Amateur Reining
Coliseum – 8:00 am 7735 NCHA $15,000 Limit Novice Horse Cutting 7730 NCHA $15,000 Novice Horse Non Pro Cutting 7725 NCHA $50,000 Limit Amateur Cutting
Wednesday - October 8, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am 1220 Dally Team Roping - Heading 1240 Dally Team Roping - Heeling 4220 Youth Dally Team Roping - Heading 4240 Youth Dally Team Roping - Heeling 2220 Amateur Dally Team Roping - Heading 2240 Amateur Dally Team Roping - Heeling 0040 Team Roping Challenge* Presented by: Cinch 0041 Team Roping Challenge Amateur* Presented by: Cinch * classes run concurrently 8855 Congress Tie-Down Roping Classic American Qualifier- 1st go 8855 Congress Tie-Down Roping Classic American Qualifier- 2nd go 8855 Congress Tie-Down Roping Classic American Qualifier- Finals Coliseum – 8:00 am 7705 NCHA $5,000 Novice Cutting 7750 NCHA $5,000 Novice Non Pro Cutting 7770 Mercuria/NCHA World Series Of Cutting Open - Prelim
Thursday - October 9, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am 1180 Calf Roping 2180 Amateur Calf Roping 4180 Youth Calf Roping 2200 Amateur Breakaway Roping 4200 Youth Breakaway Roping 0008 Dummy Roping Coliseum – 8:00 am 7780 Mercuria/NCHA World Series of Cutting Non Pro - Prelim 7790 Bridleless Cutting Open - Prelim 7785 Non Pro Bridleless Cutting - Prelim Cutting Clinic 7780 Mercuria/NCHA World Series of Cutting Non Pro- Finals 7785 Non Pro Bridleless Cutting - Finals
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7770 Mercuria/NCHA World Series of Cutting Open - Finals 7790 Bridleless Cutting Open - Finals
Friday - October 10, 2014 Coliseum – 8:00 am 1430/0430 2430/0431 4430/0432
Ranch Horse Pleasure & NSBA Amateur Ranch Horse Pleasure & NSBA Youth Ranch Horse Pleasure & NSBA PBR Bull Ride Set Up PBR Bull Ride Presented by: Coughlin/Shadow
Saturday - October 11, 2014
Celeste Center – 6:00 am 0038 2’6” Working Hunter Warm Up 0039 2’6” Working Hunter Warm Up Non Pro 0036 3’ Working Hunter Warm Up 0037 3’ Working Hunter Warm Up Non Pro 3500/0350 Novice Amateur Working Hunter & NSBA 5500/0550 Novice Youth Working Hunter & NSBA 1502/0 502 Senior Working Hunter & NSBA
Coliseum – 7:00 am 0018 Open Freestyle Reining Practice 0019 Non Pro Freestyle Reining Practice 8601 Non Pro Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA* 8607 SBB Non Pro Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA* * classes run concurrently 8800/0800 Small Fry Western Horsemanship & NSBA Reining Demo 6650 NRHA Non Pro Freestyle Reining*Presented by: Weaver Leather 6645 NRHA Freestyle Reining*Presented by: Weaver Leather * classes run concurrently Cooper - 8:00 am 8801/0801 Small Fry Showmanship & NSBA
Sunday - October 12, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am 1503/0503 Green Working Hunter & NSBA 1504/0505 Progressive Working Hunter & NSBA 1501/0501 Junior Working Hunter & NSBA 3530/0353 Novice Amateur Equitation Over Fences & NSBA 4508/0508 Youth Working Hunter 14 -18 & NSBA 4507/0 507 Youth Working Hunter 13 & Under & NSBA 9930 Congress Hunter Classic - Prelim Presented by: Dover Saddlery 9930 Congress Hunter Classic - Final go Presented by: Dover Saddlery 8830 Hunter Classic Non Pro - Prelim Presented by: Hull Family 8830 Hunter Classic Non Pro - Final Presented by: Hull Family Coliseum – 8:00 am 1053 Weanling Fillies* 9985 Weanling Fillies Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8870 Weanling Fillies - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 1054 Yearling Fillies * 9986 Yearling Fillies Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8871 Yearling Fillies - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 1055 2 Yr Old Mares 8872 2 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division 1056 3 Yr Old Mares 8873 3 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division 1057 Aged Mares
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8874 Aged Mares - Limited Division 1750 Performance Mares 8898 Performance Mares - Limited Division Grand Champion Mares Reserve Champion Mares 8804/0804 Small Fry Western Pleasure & NSBA 8602 Non Pro English Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA 8608 SBB Non Pro English Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA * classes run concurrently Cooper - 8:00 am 8802/0802 Small Fry Trail & NSBA
Monday - October 13, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am 2508/0504 Amateur Select Working Hunter & NSBA 5530/0553 Novice Youth Equitation Over Fences & NSBA 4537/0537 Youth Equitation Over Fences 13 & Under & NSBA 4538/0534 Youth Equitation Over Fences 14 - 18 & NSBA 4480/0478 Youth Jumping & NSBA 2480/0479 Amateur Jumping & NSBA 1480/0480 Jumping & NSBA 2500/0500 Amateur Working Hunter & NSBA 5510/0551 Novice Youth Hunter Hack & NSBA 4518/0518 Youth Hunter Hack 14 - 18 & NSBA 4517/0517 Youth Hunter Hack 13 & Under & NSBA
Coliseum – 8:00 am 1030 Weanling Stallions* 9982 Weanling Stallions Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8865 Weanling Stallions - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 1031 Yearling Stallions * 9983 Yearling Stallions Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8866 Yearling Stallions - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 1032 2 Yr Old Stallions 8867 2 Yr Old Stallions - Limited Division 1033 3 Yr Old Stallions 8868 3 Yr Old Stallions - Limited Division 1034 Aged Stallions 8869 Aged Stallions - Limited Division 1730 Performance Stallions 8899 Performance Stallions - Limited Division Grand Champion Stallions Reserve Champion Stallions 3510/0351 Novice Amateur Hunter Hack & NSBA 2510/0510 Amateur Hunter Hack & NSBA 8803/0803 Small Fry Equitation & NSBA 8600 Open Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA* 8606 SBB Open Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA* * classes run concurrently 8605 Open English Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA* 8609 SBB Open English Yearling Longe Line Stakes/NSBA* * classes run concurrently 8835 Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Prelim* 8836 Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Limited -Prelim* * classes run concurrently
Tuesday - October 14, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am 2538/0538 Amateur Select Equitation Over Fences & NSBA
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2530/0530 8845 8846 1361/0361 8837 8838 8839 8834 1541 8820 8821 1362/0362 8821
Show Schedule
Amateur Equitation Over Fences & NSBA Maturity Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Prelim* Maturity Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim* *classes run concurrently Junior Western Riding & NSBA Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA - Prelim* Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA- Limited Prelim* SBB Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA - Prelim* SBB Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA - Limited- Prelim* *classes run concurrently Junior Pleasure Driving Maturity Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Prelim * Maturity Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim * *classes run concurrently Senior Western Riding & NSBA Maturity Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited Finals
Coliseum – 8:00 am 1073 Weanling Geldings* 9992 Weanling Geldings Challenge Futurity * Presented by Equine Chronicle 8875 Weanling Geldings - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 1074 Yearling Geldings * 9984 Yearling Geldings Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8876 Yearling Geldings - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 1075 2 Yr Old Geldings 8877 2 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division 1076 3 Yr Old Geldings 8878 3 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division 1077 Aged Geldings 8879 Aged Geldings - Limited Division 1770 Performance Geldings 8897 Performance Geldings - Limited Division Grand Champion Geldings Reserve Champion Geldings 1511/0511 Junior Hunter Hack & NSBA 2518/0519 Amateur Select Hunter Hack & NSBA 1512/0512 Senior Hunter Hack & NSBA 9925 Open Western Pleasure Maturity Futurity/NSBA - 1st go * Presented by: Markel 9926 Open Western Pleasure Maturity Futurity/NSBA - Limited -1st go * Presented by: Markel * classes run concurrently
Wednesday - October 15, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am 1542 Senior Pleasure Driving 2540 Amateur Pleasure Driving 9968 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 1st go * Presented by: Coughlin 9969 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA-Limited-1st go *Presented by: Coughlin 9967 SBB 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 1st go * 9966 SBB 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 1st go * *classes run concurrently 1442/0442 Senior Hunter Under Saddle & NSBA 9915 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 1st go* 9916 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 1st go* 9917 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 1st go* 9918 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited- 1st go* *classes run concurrently 8838 Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA -Limited- Finals* 8834 SBB Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA - Limited- Finals* *classes run concurrently
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Coliseum – 8:00 am 0006 8836 5367/0363 5368/0364 5407/0407
Show Schedule
Junior Hunter Under Saddle & NSBA Senior Western Pleasure & NSBA Maturity Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Finals Intercollegiate Judging Tournament Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Finals Novice Youth Western Riding 13 & Under & NSBA Novice Youth Western Riding 14 - 18 & NSBA Novice Youth Horsemanship 13 & Under & NSBA
Thursday - October 16, 2014
North Celeste Center – 7:00 am 1388/0188 Junior Green Trail & NSBA 1389/0189 Senior Green Trail & NSBA South Celeste Center – 7:00 am 5388/0384 Novice Youth Trail 14-18 & NSBA 8837 Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA - Finals* 8839 SBB Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open WP Stakes/NSBA - Finals* *classes run concurrently 8850 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Prelim * 8851 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim * 8852 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Prelim * 8853 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim * *classes run concurrently 1424/0423 Green Western Pleasure & NSBA 8851 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Limited Finals * 8853 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Limited Finals * *classes run concurrently 4445/0445 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 11 & Under & NSBA 8860 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - 1st go* 8861 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited - 1st go* 8859 SBB 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - 1st go* 8858 SBB 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited- 1st go* *classes run concurrently Coliseum – 8:00 am 4053 Youth Weanling Fillies 4054 Youth Yearling Fillies 4055 Youth 2 Yr Old Mares 4056 Youth 3 Yr Old Mares 4057 Youth Aged Mares 4750 Youth Performance Mares Youth Grand Champion Mares Youth Reserve Champion Mares 4405/0405 Youth Horsemanship 11 & Under & NSBA 4529/0529 Youth Equitation 15 - 18 & NSBA 4406/0406 Youth Horsemanship 12 - 14 & NSBA 9925 Open Western Pleasure Maturity Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go * Presented by: Markel 9926 Open Western Pleasure Maturity Futurity/NSBA - Limited-2nd go *Presented by: Markel *classes run concurrently
Friday - October 17, 2014
North Celeste Center – 7:00 am 1381/0381 Junior Trail & NSBA South Celeste Center – 7:00 am 5387/0387 Novice Youth Trail 13 & Under & NSBA 8845 Maturity Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Finals Queens Horsemanship 8820 Maturity Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Finals 5448/0444 Novice Youth Hunter Under Saddle 14 - 18 & NSBA 4425/0425 Youth Western Pleasure 11 & Under & NSBA
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9910 9911 9912 9913 Coliseum – 8:00 am 4073 4074 4075 4076 4077 4770 3400/0401 9926
Show Schedule
3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - 1st go * 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 1st go * SBB 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - 1st go * SBB 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 1st go * *classes run concurrently
Youth Weanling Geldings Youth Yearling Geldings Youth 2 Yr Old Geldings Youth 3 Yr Old Geldings Youth Aged Geldings Youth Performance Geldings Youth Grand Champion Geldings Youth Reserve Champion Geldings Novice Amateur Horsemanship & NSBA Open Western Pleasure Maturity Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals Presented by: Markel
Saturday - October 18, 2014
North Celeste Center – 7:00 am 4126/0126 Youth Showmanship 12 -14 & NSBA South Celeste Center – 7:00 am 4129/0129 Youth Showmanship 15 -18 & NSBA 8825 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Prelim* 8826 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes Limited/NSBA - Prelim* *classes run concurrently 5428/0424 Novice Youth Western Pleasure 14 - 18 & NSBA 8826 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes Limited/NSBA - Finals 9915 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go* 9916 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go* 9917 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go* 9918 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited- 2nd go* *classes run concurrently Coliseum – 8:00 am 2053 Amateur Weanling Fillies* 9990 Non Pro Weanling Fillies Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8885 Amateur Weanling Fillies - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 2054 Amateur Yearling Fillies* 9991 Non Pro Yearling Fillies Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8886 Amateur Yearling Fillies - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 2055 Amateur 2 Yr Old Mares 8887 Amateur 2 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division 2056 Amateur 3 Yr Old Mares 8888 Amateur 3 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division 2057 Amateur Aged Mares 8889 Amateur Aged Mares - Limited Division 2750 Amateur Performance Mares 8895 Amateur Performance Mares - Limited Division Amateur Grand Champion Mares Amateur Reserve Champion Mares 8835 Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Finals 4525/0525 Youth Equitation 11 & Under & NSBA 5527/0527 Novice Youth Equitation 13 & Under & NSBA 9925 Open Western Pleasure Maturity Futurity/NSBA - Finals Presented by: Markel Cooper – 8:00 am 4125/0125
Youth Showmanship 11 & Under & NSBA
Sunday - October 19, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 8808 NYATT Reining Presented by: NSBA Smart Points
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9916 9918 8860 8861 8859 8858 8840 8841 8842 8843 8861 8858 8841 8843 1443/0443 3420/0419
Show Schedule
3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals* SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals* *classes run concurrently 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - 2nd go* 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go* SBB 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - 2nd go* SBB 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go* *classes run concurrently 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA -Prelim*Presented by:Highland Financial 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim* SBB 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Prelim* SBB 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim* *classes run concurrently 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited Finals * SBB 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Limited Finals* *classes run concurrently NSBA 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Finals* SBB 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Finals* *classes run concurrently Green Hunter Under Saddle & NSBA Novice Amateur Western Pleasure
Coliseum – 7:00 am NYATT Barrels Presented by: NSBA Smart Points 8810 8809/0809 NYATT HUS & NSBA Presented by: NSBA Smart Points 8806/0806 NYATT Horsemanship & NSBA Presented by: NSBA Smart Points 8807/0807 NYATT Western Pleasure & NSBA Presented by: NSBA Smart Points NYATT Awards Cooper – 7:00 am 8805/0805 NYATT Showmanship & NSBA Presented by: NSBA Smart Points 2030 Amateur Weanling Stallions* 9987 Stallion Challenge Non Pro Weanling Stallions* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8880 Amateur Weanling Stallions - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 2031 Amateur Yearling Stallions* 9988 Stallion Challenge Non Pro Yearling Stallions* Presented by Equine Chronicle 8881 Amateur Yearling Stallions - Limited Division * classes run concurrently 2032 Amateur 2 Yr Old Stallions 8882 Amateur 2 Yr Old Stallions - Limited Division 2033 Amateur 3 Yr Old Stallions 8883 Amateur 3 Yr Old Stallions - Limited Division 2034 Amateur Aged Stallions 8884 Amateur Aged Stallions - Limited Division 2730 Amateur Performance Stallions 8896 Amateur Performance Stallions - Limited Division Amateur Grand Champion Stallions Amateur Reserve Champion Stallions
Monday - October 20, 2014
North Celeste Center – 8:00 am 4389/0389 Youth Trail 15 - 18 & NSBA South Celeste Center – 8:00 am 4386/0386 Youth Trail 12 - 14 & NSBA 4385/0385 Youth Trail 11 & Under & NSBA 9968 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go * Presented by: Coughlin 9969 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA -Limited-2nd go*Presented by: Coughlin 9967 SBB 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go * 9966 SBB 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go * *classes run concurrently 4426/0426 Youth Western Pleasure 12 - 14 & NSBA
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9915 9917 9910 9911 9912 9913 1421/0421
Coliseum – 8:00 am 2073 9993 8890 2074 9989 8891 2075 8892 2076 8893 2077 8894 2770 8900 4409/0409 2408/0408
Show Schedule
3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Finals* SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Finals* *classes run concurrently 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go * 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go * SBB 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go * SBB 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go * *classes run concurrently Junior Western Pleasure & NSBA
Amateur Weanling Geldings* Non Pro Weanling Geldings Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle Amateur Weanling Geldings - Limited Division * classes run concurrently Amateur Yearling Geldings* Non Pro Yearling Geldings Challenge Futurity* Presented by Equine Chronicle Amateur Yearling Geldings - Limited Division * classes run concurrently Amateur 2 Yr Old Geldings Amateur 2 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division Amateur 3 Yr Old Geldings Amateur 3 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division Amateur Aged Geldings Amateur Aged Geldings - Limited Division Amateur Performance Geldings Amateur Performance Geldings - Limited Division Amateur Grand Champion Geldings Amateur Reserve Champion Geldings Youth Horsemanship 15 - 18 & NSBA Amateur Select Horsemanship
Tuesday - October 21, 2014
North Celeste Center – 8:00 am 5128/0124 Novice Youth Showmanship 14 -18 & NSBA South Celeste Center – 8:00 am 5127/0127 Novice Youth Showmanship 13 & Under & NSBA 4429/0429 Youth Western Pleasure 15 - 18 & NSBA 8825 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Finals 8850 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Finals * 8852 SBB 3 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Finals * *classes run concurrently 9920 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 1st go* 9921 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 1st go* 9922 SBB 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 1st go * 9923 SBB 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited- 1st go * *classes run concurrently 9911 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals * 9913 SBB 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals * *classes run concurrently 9969 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals *Presented by: Coughlin 9966 SBB 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals* *classes run concurrently Coliseum – 8:00 am 1363/0365 2400/0400 5447/0447 5408/0404 4367/0367 4368/0368
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Cooper - 8:00 am 3120/0121
Novice Amateur Showmanship & NSBA
Coliseum – 8:00 am 8831 3520/0521 4526/0526 5528/0524
3 & 4 Year Old Open Trail Stakes/NSBA Presented by: Equine Sports Medicine Novice Amateur Equitation & NSBA Youth Equitation 12 - 14 & NSBA Novice Youth Equitation 14 - 18 & NSBA
Wednesday - October 22, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 4446/0446 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 12 - 14 & NSBA 4449/0449 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 15 - 18 & NSBA 5427/0427 Novice Youth Western Pleasure 13 & Under & NSBA 8840 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Finals*Presented by: Highland Financial 8842 SBB 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes/NSBA - Finals* *classes run concurrently 2428/0428 Select Western Pleasure & NSBA 9968 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Finals * Presented by: Coughlin 9967 SBB 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Finals * *classes run concurrently 3440/0439 Novice Amateur Hunter Under Saddle & NSBA
Cooper - 8:00 am 2120/0120
Amateur Showmanship & NSBA
Thursday - October 23, 2014
North Celeste Center – 7:00 am 1382/0382 Senior Trail & NSBA South Celeste Center – 7:00 am 3380/0379 Novice Amateur Trail & NSBA 2440/0440 Amateur Hunter Under Saddle & NSBA 9920 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go* 9921 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go* 9922 SBB 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - 2nd go * 9923 SBB 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited - 2nd go * *classes run concurrently 2520/0520 Amateur Equitation & NSBA 8860 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA - Finals* 8859 SBB 2 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes/NSBA- Finals* *classes run concurrently Coliseum – 8:00 am 4308 4307 9938 5288 5287 9935 Cooper - 8:00 am 2128/0128
Youth Pole Bending 14-18 Youth Pole Bending 13 & Under Congress Pole Bending Sweepstakes - 1st go Novice Youth Barrel Racing 14-18 Novice Youth Barrel Racing 13 & Under Barrel Racing Sweepstakes - 1st goPresented by: Universal Media Amateur Select Showmanship & NSBA
Friday - October 24, 2014
North Celeste Center – 8:00 am 2380/0380 Amateur Trail & NSBA South Celeste Center – 8:00 am 2388/0388 Amateur Select Trail & NSBA 2420/0420 Amateur Western Pleasure & NSBA
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8847 8848 2368/0358 3360/0359 8848 9921 9923
Coliseum – 8:00 am 1282 1302 4288 4287 1281
Show Schedule
2 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Prelim * 2 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Limited - Prelim * Amateur Select Western Riding & NSBA Novice Amateur Western Riding & NSBA 2 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Limited Finals * 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals* SBB 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Limited Finals * Senior Barrel Racing Senior Pole Bending Youth Barrel 14 - 18 Youth Barrel 13 & Under Junior Barrel Racing
Saturday - October 25, 2014
Celeste Center – 7:00 am 2448/0448 Amateur Select Hunter Under Saddle & NSBA 9910 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Finals* 9912 SBB 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity/NSBA - Finals* *classes run concurrently 9920 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Finals* 9922 SBB 3 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity/NSBA - Finals * *classes run concurrently 2528/0528 Amateur Select Equitation & NSBA 2360/0360 Amateur Western Riding & NSBA 8847 2 Year Old Non Pro HUS Stakes/NSBA - Final go * 9960 Masters 2 Year Old HUS/NSBA Presented by:Equine Chronicle Masters 2 Year Old HUS/NSBA Limited Awards Presented by :Cinch 9965 Masters 2 Year Old Western Pleasure/NSBA Presented by: Equine Chronicle Masters 2 Year Old Western Pleasure/NSBA Limited Awards Presented by: Cinch Coliseum – 8:00 am 5300 1301 2300 9935 9938 3280
Novice Youth Pole Bending Junior Pole Bending Amateur Pole Bending Barrel Racing Sweepstakes - 2nd go Presented by: Universal Media Congress Pole Bending Sweepstakes - 2nd go Novice Amateur Barrel Racing
Coliseum – 7:00 am 2288 2308 3300 2280 9938 9935
Amateur Select Barrels Amateur Select Pole Bending Novice Amateur Pole Bending Amateur Barrel Racing Congress Pole Bending Sweepstakes - Finals Barrel Racing Sweepstakes - Finals Presented by: Universal Media
Sunday - October 26, 2014
Celeste Center – 8:00 am Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 6 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 5 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 4 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 3 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 2 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 1 AQHA Cowboy Mounted Shooting Cowyboy Mounted Shooting - Open Wrangler Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Limited Wrangler
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Judges Biographies
Bill Coffman
Bill Coffman resides in Republic, Ohio. He has been a halter horse trainer for 50 years. Bill has held his AQHA judges card for 39 years and has judged multiple Youth, Open Worlds along with the All American Quarter Horse Congress. He has trained multiple world, national champions along with year end high point winners.
Brett Clark
Brett Clark currently resides in Fargo, ND. Clark has trained, shown, and coached American Quarter Horse Association exhibitors and horses for 20 years. In 2007 Brett began his judging career by obtaining his AQHA judges card.
Bub Poplin
Bub Poplin currently resides in Western Colorado, with wife, Becky. Together they have been devoted to the performance horse industry for over 30 years. Bub trains Futurity and Derby prospects, enduring a solid foundation so they remain competitive as Open or Non-pro horses for many years. Teaching/ coaching non-pro riders is a large part of the Poplin program, striving to help every horse and rider attain their full potential. Outside of training Bub enjoys giving clinics, showing, and judging.
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Carl McCuistion
Carl McCuistion has been involved in the equine business for over 23 years. The Wilson, Oklahoma, resident holds cards with APHA, NRCHA, NRHA and AQHA. He judged the roping classes at the APHA World Show in 2004 and 2006, and has judged other prestigious events, such as the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity, the Congress and the AQHYA World Show. McCuistion is a professional trainer who specializes in reining, working cow horses and team roping horses. He has shown numerous APHA and AQHA World and Reserve World Champions.
Carla Wennberg
Carla Wennberg of Laurinburg, NC attended her first Congress in 1973 and later went on to become a multiple Congress and World Champion. After dominating the show ring, Carla tried her hand in the Congress Queen Competition and finished 1st runner up. Currently, she coaches IHSA, youth, and amateurs, as well as teaching for St. Andrews University. The 2008 AQHA Professional Horsewoman has been a certified AQHA judge for 28 years along with NSBA and NRHA for 25 years. Truly a Quarter Horse family Carla’s mother, Nancy, is now in her 80’s and still comes to shows like she has for the past 40 years.
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Clark Parker
Clark Parker of Paradise, Utah, has been dedicated to the American Quarter Horse industry, its members and the promotion of the breed through training, showing, breeding and judging. Not only has Parker trained and
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shown world champions, he has also served as president of three Quarter Horse affiliate associations, a national director for Utah, on various committees for AQHA and currently serves on the AQHA Animal Welfare Commission. The long-time AQHA judge and steward is also a recipient of the Association of Professional Horsemen’s Lifetime Achievement Award and has been inducted into the Utah Quarter Horse Association Hall of Fame.
Dean Latimer
Dean Latimer started his show career as a youth competitor. He won three youth AQHA Champions and two Youth Supreme Champions, being the second ever in Canada. Dean moved to the US to work for Bob Clint Haverty Loomis, an experience that Clint Haverty has been a lasted 7 years. Currently, professional horse trainer for he resides in Marietta, OK over 46 years. Originally from with his wife Bunkey and their two children, Dani 13 and Arizona, several jobs around Brian 11. Latimer owns and operates Dean Latimer Reining the country finally brought Horses where he is heavily involved with non-pros and him to Texas where he married youth, breeding, and sales. A few of his many accolades his wife of 38 years, Liz. Clint include two time NRHA Ltd Open Futurity Champion, AQHA has enjoyed a successful reserve World Champion and Ltd. Open Futurity Congress show career and has over 100 Champion. World and National titles. In the mid 80s, Clint’s focus turned to reining and a rewarding affiliation with NRHA began. In addition to his full time Dean Ross career as a trainer, Clint enjoys coaching his 29 year old son Dean Ross resides in the Zane and wife, Shevin. The Haverty Ranch breeding program small town of Castor, Alberta, supplies Clint with wonderful horses to show every season Canada. Although Ross owns in including Spook’s Gotta Whiz, NRHA Triple Crown Winner a business outside of the and Team and Individual Gold Medalist at the WEG 2014. In horse industry, he is still 2005, Clint was inducted into the NRHA Hall of Fame. very much involved. Dean
Dawn Clason
Dawn Clason of Seville, Ohio began her career at a very young age with the help of Hank Clason. She further developed her expertise with various AQHA and NSBA professionals such as Dianne Eppers and Vic Clark. Through the next 20 years she trained open, youth, and amateurs focusing on Hunter Under Saddle and all around events. Dawn has earned Congress Championships, NSBA World Championships, and multiple top tens. Currently, Dawn stays involved in the industry giving lessons & judging. Clason has a daughter, Max, and two sons Cade and Reece.
has trained halter, pleasure, futurity and all around horses for both youth and amateur exhibitors. He has judged many of the nation’s largest shows including the the Congress and AQHA World Shows. Dean says, “My best education over the years was from keeping an open mind, putting the horses’ welfare first, and picking up what I could from other professionals.” In Ross’s spare time he serves as a director for AQHA, gives clinics, and participates in equine sales and promotions. He has two sons, Colton age 25 and Carter age 21. “Life is my greatest accomplishment! Any day above ground is a good one!”
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Deborah Kail
Deborah Kail of Scottsdale, AZ has shown horses since she was 7 years old and still holds AQHA records for Youth Championships. She was raised in the horse industry and worked in the family business with her parents Greg and Mary Whaler for many years. Kail has been an exhibitor, trainer, and judge for over 25 years. Currently, Deborah co-owns and operates Kail Quarter Horses with her husband, Bob, their son, Ryan, and daughter-in-law, Andrea. She has the joy of being a grandmother to Lane and Carter.
Ed Cridge
Ed Cridge resides in Tioga, TX. He has been involved in the horse industry as a judge for AQHA and NRHA. For many years he trained horses for halter, reining, and all around events. Currently, he judges and helps a selected few non pros with show prep. Ed was fortunate to have worked with some of the industry’s early leaders who helped him hone his skills such as John Stutzman, Dale Wilkinson and Ronnie Sharpe. Two of his horses, Point of Interest and Miss Coco Wimp were models for the 1st NRHA Bronze Trophy.
Ed Dingledine
Ed Dingledine graduated from The Ohio State University in 1967 with a BS in Animal Science. He used his education to lay the foundation for his training and breeding career. Soon after, Ed become a carded AQHA judge and would later get his NCHA, APHA, NSBA,
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ApHC, TLBAA, and WCHA judge’s cards as well. Ed’s further involvement in the horse industry includes being an AQHA life time member and OQHA director for 45 years. Currently, he resides in Ashland, OH with his wife Becky and their two now adult children, Dana and Doug. Ed works as an equine nutrition sales consultant.
Holly Hover
Trainer and AQHA judge Holly Hover of Cave Creek, AZ has been involved in the Quarter Horse industry from an early age serving as an AQHYA National Director and showing on the AQHA circuit as a youth. Holly Hover Performance Horses specializes in the preparation of the all around horses and exhibitor. Through the years she has instructed many World or Reserve World Champions between the AQHA and NSBA World Championship Shows with wins in classes such as showmanship, trail, horsemanship, equitation, and western riding. As a carded AQHA and NSBA judge for 25 years, she has had the honor of judging World Championship Shows and other major events in the industry.
Jason Smith
Jason Smith lives in Whitesboro, Texas with his wife, Julie, and their two children Cooper and Shyanne. Jason has had his AQHA Judges card for 3 years. He also has had his WCHA card for 5 years. Outside of judging, Jason owns and operates Smith Show Horses, where he fits and conditions halter horses. Smith has shown these halter horses to numerous Congress and World Championships in AQHA, APHA, and PBHA. However, Jason did not become successful over night. Smith honed his skills while apprenticing for Ray Logan, Dave Page, Ted Turner, and Edgewood Farms.
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Jennifer Thompson
Jennifer Thompson of Reno, NV has shown Quarter Horses for 40 years. Thompson started her show career at age 7 in the all around events. As a professional, Thompson went on to win the Junior Western Pleasure and the Junior HUS at the Congress, as well as top ten’s at the AQHA World Show. When asked who has attributed to her successful career, Jennifer said, “There are so many people that influence me; people that I highly respect their talents and character, in this business.” Thompson has had her AQHA judges card for 10 years, but also judges NSBA, APHA, and NRHA events. She is on the AQHA Show Council and AQHA Show Committee.
John Briggs
World Champion trainer, John Briggs, has been involved with horses nearly his whole life. His great grandmother, Rose Fulton, was a founding member of AQHA. It wasn’t long before the whole family started showing. John attended his first All American Quarter Horse Congress in 1984. During his career as a youth and non pro John became a multiple AQHA World & Res. Champion and Congress Champion in events such as reining, trail, and hunter hack. Currently, he owns and operates Briggs Show Horses located in Pilot Point, TX with his wife Jill, and three sons Bryce, Josh, and Tate. He has had his AQHA judges card for 13 years.
John Lawrence
John Lawrence currently resides in Welch, MN where he owns and operates John Lawrence Quarter Horses. He has trained over 40 World Champions, specializing in halter horses. John is an AAA rated judge with the American Quarter Horse Association and also holds a card with NSBA.
Jon Barry
Jon Barry is a professional horse trainer residing in Advance, Missouri with his wife Kathy. The couple have a daughter, Marty Kay Barry, who won the AQHA High Point in Barrel Racing just last year. A multiple World and Congress Champion himself, Barry has trained numerous AQHA Honor Roll High Point Horses in Western Pleasure, Trail, Reining and Western Riding. As an AQHA Professional Horseman, Jon stays involved in his local Quarter Horse Associations, even serving as past president of NSBA. Jon has had an AQHA and NSBA Judges card for over 30 years.
Josh King
Joshua King currently resides in Silver Ranch, Baird, Texas. He was raised riding in the English Discipline in Australia, jumping, dressage, and gymkhanas. A few years before moving to the USA at age 17, he transitioned to western, primarily cutting. King started training cutting horses professionally at age 19 and hasn’t stopped yet. Joshua has had the opportunity to do numerous clinics within the USA and enjoys
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working with children to improve their horsemanship. He has held his judges card for 10 years, judging both nationally and internationally. King has had a career full of accomplishments, but his greatest accomplishment is his marriage to wife, Amy, and their two beautiful daughters, Hannah and Haylee.
Karen Graham
Karen Graham resides in Cave Creek, AZ. She has grown up in the horse industry and started her show career at age 8. Karen has successfully shown multiple horses to AQHA World and Congress Championships. In 1994, Graham started her judging career, obtaining both an AQHA and NSBA judges’ card. To stay involved in the industry, Karen serves on the Professional Horseman’s Council for AQHA and the Board of Directors for NSBA. Karen is the proud mother of Shea Graham and Cheney Huls. Shea was the 2013 Congress 11 & under all around champion. Cheney is a senior, honors student in High School preparing to start her journey into pre-med.
Kelly Graham
Kelly Graham currently resides in Weatherford, Texas with his wife Donna. His involvement in the horse industry dates back to his childhood with parents Lex Graham and Gay Fosberg. Graham is an owner and breeder of cutting horses and has been a finalist at all major NCHA aged events. He is the sculptor of the Cutting Horse Bronze located in Weatherford, TX. Kelly has had his judge’s card for 30 years. He is a multiple World Top Ten winner and NCHA Futurity, Derby, Superstakes Finalist. He credits his successes to life long exposure to the industry.
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Marilyn Randall
Marilyn Randall has been an AQHA judge for over 17 years and this will be her fifth time judging the All-American Quarter Horse Congress. Randall taught for 26 years in equestrian programs at Rocky Mountain College and at Wyoming’s Northwest College. She also trained horses for quite a few years, coaching youth and Amateur riders to top-ten World Show and Congress placements. Marilyn holds NRHA, NSBA, APHA, NRCHA, and FEI accreditations. She lives in Bridger, Montana with her husband Ray, a retired veterinarian.
Mark Sheridan
Mark Sheridan, son of Bill and Donitta Sheridan, received his education at the University of Findlay graduating with a B.S. in Equestrian Studies. Sheridan resides in Cave Creek, AZ where he owns and operates Mark Sheridan Quarter Horses. Over the past 30 years, Mark has produced winning show horses including 4 AQHYA Reserve World Champions. Outside of training, Sheridan enjoys giving clinics and judging horse shows on an international level. He first obtained his AQHA and NSBA judging cards in 1993. Since then, Sheridan has judged five Congresses, five AQHA World Shows, and in Canada, Australia, Europe, and Japan.
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Mike Hawkins
Mike Hawkins of Somis, California started training horses in 1983 and has owned his own business since. Hawkins credits part of his success to his mentors in the industry that helped shape him as a
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professional including Doug Lilly, Carol Harris, and Dave Page. He has continued training youth, amateur, and open horses. Over the years Mike has wracked up quite a few accomplishments, not only for himself, but for his clients as well. To name a few accomplishments, he has had multiple AQHA World Champions, Reserve Champions, top tens at the All American Quarter Horse Congress and NSBA World Show. He has had his AQHA Judges card since 2008.
Rhonda Replogle
Rhonda Replogle of Clear Springs, Maryland has been on horseback since her mother took her riding as an infant. By age eight she made her debut in the show ring. As a youth Rhonda showed in the all around events earning Hi-Point Youth for the state of Pennsylvania. After high school, she attended The University of Findlay and went on to assistant train for Darlene Trein. In 1986 she started Rhonda Replogle Show Horses, LLC where she currently trains, shows, and breeds horses. Rhonda’s successes as a trainer include 7 Justin Rookies of the year, Reserve AQHA World Champion, and multiple AQHA High Points. Replogle has had her AQHA Judge’s card for 11 years, but also has APHA, NSBA, NRCHA and IBHA cards. The 18 year Breast Cancer Survivor attributes much of her success to her mother, Nancy. “She is my support and backbone of my business. If it wasn’t for her and my father, Ralph, I would not be were I am today.”
Robin Frid and his wife, Jenny, currently reside in Denton, Texas. Together they own and operate their training business focusing on youth, amateur, and select all around competition. Robin Frid Show Horses is entering its 23rd year in business. A Congress and AQHA World Champion himself, Robin has trained over 40 winners at both events. After his many accomplishments as a trainer and exhibitor Frid began his judging career in 2007 by obtaining both his AQHA and NSBA certifications. The modest horseman attributes his successes to an amazing support team. “I could not operate without the love and support of my wife Jenny and our amazing group of clients within the industry.”
Sally Puzacke
Sally Puzacke currently resides in New Philadelphia, OH with her husband, Jay. Together they own and operate Saltwell Western Store. Her parents started the store over 50 years ago. Sally enjoys judging and giving back to the youth of the industry through scholarship funds.
Rick Mowery
An Arizona native, Rick Mowery grew up learning the cutting horse business from one of the top trainers in the industry, his father. Mowery owns and operates a cutting horse facility in Weatherford, Texas. Rick serves as a Board of Director for the National Cutting Horse Association, he is an AQHA Professional Horseman, and is an AAAA NCHA Judge.
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The Ohio Quarter Horse Association would like to thank all the judges for taking the time to judge the 48th All American Quarter Horse Congress!
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Lecture Schedule
All lectures will be held in Congress Lecture Hall/The Corral.
Friday, October 10th
3:00 pm “Develop the Eye of an Expert: How to Properly Analyze Equine Conformation” Presented by Dr. Bob Mowrey, North Carolina
Sunday, October 12th
3:00 pm “Hope is on the Horizon: AQHA Funded Research Aims to Reduce Inflammation in the Joints of Young Working Horses” Presented By: Dr. Jessica Lucia, Texas A&M University * This lecture explores one of the many important research projects funded by the American Quarter Horse Foundation Equine Research Program. *
Friday, October 17th
1:00 pm “Advertising, Marketing & Campaigning to Win” Presented by Kristen Martin, Certified Images
Saturday, October 18th
12:00 pm “Congress Queen’s Style Show” Presented by The 2014 Congress Queen Candidates
Sunday, October 19th
1:00 pm “Improve Your Show Ring Performance by Learning the Inner Thoughts of a Western Pleasure Judge” NSBA Workshop Presented by David Dellin, Gary Trubee and Allen Mitchels 3:00 pm “Super Seniors: How to Keep Older Horses Looking and Feeling their Best” Presented by Drs. Gardner, Kohn, Yardley & DaSilva, Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and ever presenter of the lecture and demonstrations at the 48th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress!
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Demonstration Schedule All demonstrations will be held in Cooper Arena
Thursday, October 9th 1:00 pm
“Cutting” Presented by Chubby Turner & Friends, Texas
Saturday, October 11th 11:00 am 2:00 pm 4:00-6:00 pm
“Halter” Presented by Ronald Stratton, Tennessee “Hunter Hack” Presented by David Miller, Texas “Ride-a-Reiner” Presented by The National Reining Horse Association
Sunday, October 12th 1:00 pm
“Western Pleasure” Presented by Gil Galyean, Oklahoma
Tuesday, October 14th 2:00 pm
“Judging the Ranch Horse Pleasure Class” Presented by Alex Ross, AQHA and Mozaun McKibben, Texas
Friday, October 17th
3:00 pm “Pleasure Driving” Presented by Chuck Briggs, Texas 5:00 pm “Showmanship, Equitation, & Horsemanship: How to Execute Patterns that will Impress Judges” Presented by Stephanie Lynn, Wisconsin
Saturday, October 18th 1:00 pm 3:00 pm
“Hunter Under Saddle” Presented by Jennifer Leckey, Indiana “Equine Acupuncture” Presented by Dr. Elizabeth Carr, Michigan State University
Saturday, October 25th 10:00 am 3:00 pm
“Barrel Racing” Presented by Michelle McLeod, Texas “Ride-a-Reiner” Presented by National Reining Horse Association
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Lecture & Demostrations Biographies Alex Ross
Alex Ross was the AQHA Professional Horseman of the Year in 1998. With over 30 years of professional training experience, he is now Sr. Director of Judges at AQHA. Ross has trained multiple Congress and AQHA World Champion Horses in many different events. His lecture will be discussing and demonstrating the standards for Ranch Horse Pleasure.
Allen Mitchels
Allen Mitchels of Michigan, City, Ind., began his career more than 25 years ago. His past experiences include occupancy as NRHA Director of Judges and FEI Reining Judges Course Director. He operates a training stable and is also an approved judge for AQHA, NCHA and the NSBA.
Dr. Bob Mowrey
Bob Mowrey is a professor and Extension Horse Commodity Coordinator for the Department of Animal Science at North Carolina State University. Dr. Mowrey was born in Sybertsville, PA and raised on a family farm where horses were a way of life. He earned his B.S. in Animal Husbandry from Delaware Valley College of Science and Agriculture, and M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Animal Industry from The Pennsylvania State University. He guest lectures in undergraduate horse management courses and annually coordinates more than 15 statewide shorter clinics.
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Chubby Turner
Chubby Turner, of Weatherford, Texas, has a zealous passion for the sport of cutting that has lasted more than 40 years. Turner, a professional trainer, and the 2004 NCHA Open World Champion, just finished his term as NCHA President for 2009-2010. Among his many talents and activities, Turner often serves as a colorful commentator for cutting competitions. Turner recently produced, along with professional trainers Phil Rapp, Boyd Rice and Matt Gaines a two-disc DVD set entitled, “How to Select the Right Cow.�
Chuck Briggs
Originally from New York State, Chuck has spent most of his professional career in Texas. He grew up in upstate New York in a town called Vestal. He showed in youth classes, and then started showing Quarter Horses. After Briggs finished showing in youth, he started showing amateur, and did well. Chuck was hired by Rick and Gigi Skelly and Nancy Sue Ryan to develop his expertise. He credits Nancy as the most influential person in his career. As her assistant trainer he showed a great deal, and had a successful 2 years. During this time they won numerous titles at the Congress and had the High Point Open Horse one year. In 1992, Chuck went out on his own and started training outside horses. The AQHA Professional Horseman has won many World and Congress Championships since his start.
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David Dellin lives in Oklahoma with his wife, Julie, and two sons, Gage and Lane. Dellin is an AQHA and NSBA judge and enjoys educating others at APHA and AQHA judges’ seminars. Among his many accomplishments in the show ring, he has trained multiple world championship horses. Dellin has served as a
David Miller
Dave Miller has been training horses in the all around and English events for almost 15 years. David, and his partner, Scott Jones operate a successful training stable under the simple name Showstring. They have trained, coached, and/or exhibited more than 25 Congress Champions or Reserve Champions. Through the combined effort of clients and trainers at Showstring, an abundance of various World Championships and Reserve World Championships have been earned.
Elizabeth Carr
Elizabeth Carr graduated from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine in 1989. She completed a residency (ACVIM) at UC Davis in 1994. After completing a PhD in molecular oncology in 1999, Carr moved to Michigan as a faculty member at the Veterinary College. She completed a second residency in AVECC at MSU in 2006. Elizabeth completed training in Veterinary Acupuncture in
April 2013. Her areas of interest are critical care medicine, neonatal medicine and complementary medicine. Carr is an avid horse enthusiast and rides/competes in Dressage. Currently, she lives in Laingsburg Michigan with her husband, 4 horses, 2 dogs, cats, chickens, fish and birds. Elizabeth has lectured on numerous topics including skin tumors in horses, viral infections in horses, acupuncture, respiratory diseases of horses and neonatal care.
Gary Trubee
Gary Trubee has been in the horse business as a professional horse trainer and coach for 40 plus years. Since training his first horse at the age of 14, he has owned and/or trained more than 125 Register of Merit horses, 60+ AQHA Superior Award horses and numerous Congress and AQHA World Show Champions. Gary has enjoyed the privilege of being an AQHA judge for the past 30+ years and a NSBA judge since the beginning of NSBA. A very active founding member of the NSBA, Gary is also a Jack Benson Award recipient, a past president of the NSBA, and served as a member of the selection committee for NSBA judge applicants.
Gil Gaylean
Gil Galyean is a multiple World and Congress Champion, and a member of the NSBA Rider Hall of Fame. Gil’s cutting credentials include $300,000 in Equistat earnings with championships in the NCHA Super Stakes Classic and the Congress open cutting. His Western Pleasure earnings are in excess of $550,000. Located in Purcell, Oklahoma Gil and wife, Becky, own and operate Gil Galyean Quarter Horses. Gil has over 20 years of experience training horses and specializes in the young pleasure and cutting futurity horses.
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Lecture & Demostrations Biographies Jennifer Leckey
Jennifer Lecky owns and operates Lecky Quarter Horses, located in Richmond, IN. Before becoming a horse trainer Jennifer went to Western Kentucky University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design. After, she began to apprentice with several trainers, but credits her husband as her number one mentor in the horse industry. For the past 17 years Jennifer has specialized in Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle horses. The AQHA and NSBA high point honors earner, has trained numerous AQHA World, Youth World, Congress, and NSBA Futurity Champions. She has been an AQHA Professional Horseman for 7 years, and AQHA Judge for 5 years, and an NSBA Judge for 4 years.
Jessica Lucia
Jessica Lucia Leatherwood graduated from Texas A&M University in 2013 with a Ph.D. in Animal Science. Currently, she serves as the Equine Science Coordinator at Sam Houston State University. Jessica advises and serves over one hundred equine science minors with their specific aims of obtaining employment status within the equine industry. Her time is also spent advising the collegiate Horsemen’s association as well as coaching the competitive horse judging and ranch horse teams, respectively. When time permits, Jessica enjoys showing her AQHA mare, Topsails Lil Rose, in the Stock Horse of Texas and the Louisiana Stock Horse Association events such as ranch cutting, working cow horse, trail, and stock horse pleasure. She is looking forward to competing in the AQHA ranch horse versatility classes in the coming years.
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Dr. Jonathan Yardley
Dr. Yardley grew up competing horses in both the English and Western show ring. He attended Tufts University. During vet school, Dr. Yardley completed an NIH funded study examining the use of ibuprofen in navicular horses. After vet school, Dr. Yardley completed a one year medicine, surgery, ambulatory internship in Ocala, FL. Dr. Yardley enjoys helping performance horses compete at their full potential and helping geriatric horses have a long healthy life. He enjoys working for The OSU College of Veterinary Medicine, where he teaches future veterinarians about equine ambulatory medicine.
Kristen Martin
Kristen Martin of Canal Winchester, OH is the owner of Certified Images, a graphic design, photography, and web development company that specializes in equine related businesses. She received a Bachelors of Arts degree in Communications from Wilmington College in 2005. Kristin says she is fortunate to work everyday with her husband, Chris, who is in charge of all of the web development for their company. Married for nine years, the couple have three children. Blake and Brady are two and Aubrey is six months old.
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Michele McLeod
Michele McLeod moved from Temecula, California, to Whitesboro, Texas, in 2005 to train barrel horses full-time. She operates Michele McLeod Barrel Horses with her husband, John, and daughters Jenna, Katelyn, and Lindsey.
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She started running barrels in her late teen years and has ridden and learned from horsewomen like Bess Chaney and Linda Stenerson. Michele’s accomplishments are many, but to name a few AQHA Intermediate Barrel Racing World Champion, Congress Barrel Racing Sweepstakes Champion, and qualified for her first NFR in 2013.
Dr. Marco da Silva
Dr. Marco da Silva received his Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Sao Paulo State University in Brazil in 1999. In 2005, da Silva graduated from Colorado State University with a PhD in reproductive physiology. Upon graduation, he worked as a research scientist at Colorado State for one year, before joining the faculty at Cornell.
Mozaun McKibben
Mozaun McKibben is a fierce competitor and works very hard to achieve his goals. Recently, he won the 2013 AQHA World Championship in Versatility Ranch Horse. Mozaun specializes in teaching multiple disciplines to each horse he trains. Since an early age the champion horse trainer cannot recall a part of his childhood not spent on horseback. At his clinics he focuses on helping people connect with their horse, improve their skills in the saddle, and help them become better competitors.
Ronald Stratton
Ronald Stratton has trained and shown halter horses at all the major events for the past 30 years. Through his career, Stratton has trained multiple AQHA World and All American Quarter Horse Congress Champions. Outside of training, Ronald holds judges’ cards for AQHA and WCHA. He is also an AQHA Professional Horseman and member of AQHA Wrangler Team.
Stephanie Lynn
Stephanie Lynn is an AQHA Professional Horseman, horse trainer, coach and judge. Her work as a horse trainer has produced AQHA World Champions, Congress Champions and National Champions in open, youth and amateur disciplines. Stephanie Lynn helps riders of all levels through clinics, lessons and most recently the Good Rider Series, an instructional book series with tips and exercises for riders of all levels.
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Congress Masters The All American Quarter Horse Congress is constantly striving to come up with new ways to promote the American Quarter Horse. In 2004, the concept to offer a slot class specifically to showcase the natural talent of the industry’s best two-year-olds became a reality. The Congress Masters program began with one class, Western Pleasure but quickly expanded. In 2006, Hunter Under Saddle was added to the Masters program. In 2013, Limited awards were added to both Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle. At the beginning of each class, slots were opened up for sale, with slot owners purchasing their slot for life. Each year, slot owners must pay nomination and sustaining fees to maintain ownership of their slot. Current slot owners may lease their slot if they do not have a horse to show for the current year. Each year, some slots become available for sale. If you are interested in purchasing a slot, please contact the OQHA office after the 2014Congress.
In 2010, The Equine Chronicle came on board as the title sponsor for the Western Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle Masters classes. The limited awards are sponosored by Cinch.
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The Equine Chronicle Masters Western Pleasure class is open to two-year-old horses that have not previously shown (maiden horses). The Western Pleasure event guarantees $50,000 to the class winner and $22,500 split among the top 3 Limited exhibitors. In 2014, the Masters Western Pleasure class will be held Saturday, October 25th at 7:00 p.m. The class will begin with slot owner introductions, followed by the Hunter Under Saddle Masters class and end with the Western Pleasure Masters class.
Equine Chronicle Masters Hunter Under Saddle
Like the Western Pleasure Masters class, the Equine Chronicle Masters Hunter Under Saddle class is for maiden two-year-old horses. This event guarantees $25,000 to the class winner and $15,000 to the top 3 Limited exhibitor. The 2014 Masters Hunter Under Saddle class will be held Saturday, October 25th at 7:00 p.m. The class will begin with slot owner introductions, followed by the Hunter Under Saddle Masters class and end with the Western Pleasure Masters class.
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*Memberships *NYATT *$6,000 annual scholarships
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*Slot Class- $15,000 to the winner, over $100,000 paid out throughout the show
April 11-12
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Congress Futurity Programs
Since its inception in 1967, the All American Quarter Horse Congress has celebrated the future of the Quarter Horse industry by offering classes that highlight the most talented young horses. The Congress Futurity program is constantly evolving to improve classes and offer more opportunities for young Quarter Horses to strut their stuff. Over the years, more classes have been added to Congress to reflect the many talents of this amazing breed. In addition, to adding Masters Two-Year-Old slot events in 2004 and 2006, Southern Belle Breeder’s classes were added in 2009, and Cowboy Mounted Shooting in 2012. Barrels and Poles A favorite of many spectators and exhibitors, the Congress Barrel Racing Sweepstakes Presented by: Universal Media and Congress Pole Bending Sweepstakes classes will get your adrenaline pumping quickly. Open to any horse of any breed, including unregistered horses, these classes bring the best of the best to the arena. With an estimated purse of $74,500 for Barrel Racing and $27,500 for Pole Bending, these sweepstakes classes will not disappoint. Cutting The Congress offers six Cutting Futurities each year for horses and riders of different ages and experience levels. The Congress Cutting Futurity is open to three-year-old horses with any rider, while non-professional riders may also compete their three-year-olds in the Non-Pro Cutting Futurity. Four year olds compete in the Congress Cutting Derby, which like the Futurity has another class for non-professionals: the Non-Pro Cutting Derby. Horses age five and older may enter the Congress Cutting Maturity, while non-professionals may also pilot their older mounts in the Non-Pro Cutting Maturity. Hunter Under Saddle A full slate of Futurity classes are also offered for English horses. The NSBA Three-Year-Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity has an estimated purse of $60,000 and is open to three-year-old horses. Run concurrently with the futurity are the Southern Belle Breeder’s Hunter Under Saddle open and limited classes.
Debuted in 2006, the Equine Chronicle Congress Masters Hunter Under Saddle slot class is open to maiden two-year-old Quarter Horses. The class guarantees $25,000 to the winner, with $15,000 to be split among the top 3 Limited exhibitors.
Reining One of the most popular Futurities at Congress, the Congress Reining Futurity, open division, offers the second largest purse of all Futurity classes at the show, paying out an estimated $130,000. This class is open to any horse, regardless of breed, that is three years old. Riders who do not appear in the top 50 of NRHA Category I and II money earners are eligible to compete in the intermediate and limited divisions of the Congress Reining Futurity. Purses for those divisions are estimated to be $40,000 for intermediate and $7,500 for limited. Western Pleasure Five Western Pleasure Futurity classes, in addition to a Western Pleasure slot class, will be offered this year. The Coughlin NSBA Two-Year-Old Snaffle Bit Western Pleasure Futurity features open and limited divisions with an estimated purse of $100,000. This futurity will feature maiden horses only, meaning horses may not have been shown before. The NSBA Three-Year-Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity offers $70,500 in purse money, with the NSBA Three-Year-Old Non-Pro Western Pleasure Futurity offering $70,500. Congress will also hold Southern Belle Breeder’s classes, with open and limited divisions, along with these futurities. Horses aged four and older are invited to compete in the Markel NSBA Maturity Western Pleasure Futurity, which boasts an estimated purse of $45,000.
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Congress Futurity Programs
The Southern Belle Breeder’s Three-Year-Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity has an estimated purse of $75,000, 60 percent will go to the limited division and 40 percent to the open division. This class will still run concurrently with the NSBA Three-Year Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity, but all horses must also be eligible for Southern Belle Breeder’s classes as well.
Finally, with a guaranteed $50,000 to the class winner, the Equine Chronicle Congress Masters Western Pleasure slot class is one of the biggest classes every year. $22,500 is also split between the Top 3 Limited riders. Stakes Classes Congress also offers stakes classes, in addition to futurity events. Stakes are not considered part of the futurity program because they do not have nomination and sustaining payments. However, stakes classes have larger entry fees and offer bigger paybacks than regular classes. Congress stakes classes include:
NSBA Open and Non-Pro Western Yearling Longe Line NSBA Open and Non-Pro English Yearling Longe Line Southern Belle Breeder’s Open and Non-Pro Western Yearling Longe Line NSBA Open and Non-Pro English Yearling Longe Line Southern Belle Breeder’s Open and Non-Pro English Yearling Longe Line NSBA Two-Year-Old Open and Non-Pro Western Pleasure NSBA Two-Year-Old Non-Pro Hunter Under Saddle Southern Belle Breeder’s Two-Year-Old Non-Pro Western Pleasure NSBA Maturity Non-Pro Western Pleasure NSBA Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open Western Pleasure Stakes Southern Belle Breeder’s Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open Western Pleasure NSBA Two-Year-Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Southern Belle Breeder’s Two-Year-Old Open Hunter Under Saddle NSBA Three-Year-Old Non-Pro Hunter Under Saddle Southern Belle Breeder’s Three-Year-Old Non-Pro Hunter Under Saddle NSBA Maturity Open and Non-Pro Hunter Under Saddle NRHA Non-Pro Reining Congress Tie-Down Roping Classic American Qualifier Open Working Hunter Classic Non-Pro Working Hunter Classic NSBA Three- and Four-Year-Old Open Trail
Limited Division The Limited Division was created to bring more exhibitors to the Congress. The limited program allows eligible exhibitors to pay a “blanket” fee that includes entry into the open or amateur/non-pro class and the limited class. The exhibitor must first enter either the open or amateur/non-pro section of their chosen class; no one can enter just the Limited Division. Limited exhibitors are established every year based on the past five years’ Congress earnings. Riders that top the list become ineligible to compete in the Limited Division of their specialty. Over the years, Limited Divisions have been added to AQHA Halter events, as well as performance Futurity and stakes classes at Congress. In 2012, the Congress Limited Division expanded, with all Southern Belle Breeders futurities and stakes classes adding limited divisions that run concurrently with existing classes.
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Congress Breeders Challenge Futurity Stallions
Breeding stallion owners will enroll their stallion each year to make all foals born that year eligible to be nominated to the Congress Breeder’s Challenge Futurity – Halter Division. Enrollment will be due each year on February 1st. One hundred percent of all stallion enrollment fees will be paid back, and there is no limit to the number of stallions that can be enrolled.
Futurity Classes
Each year, there will be 10 Congress Breeder’s Challenge Futurity – Halter Division classes, which include:
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Weanling fillies, open and non-pro Weanling stallions, open and non-pro Weanling geldings, open and non-pro Yearling fillies, open and non-pro Yearling stallions, open and non-pro Yearling geldings, open and non-pro
Weanling entries include a nomination fee due April 1st, which makes the foal eligible for weanling and yearling classes, as well as a sustaining payment due June 1st and a final payment due August 1st. Yearling entries include a first payment due April 1st, sustaining payment due June 1st and a final payment due August 1st. The weanling nomination fee must have been paid for the foal to be eligible to enter yearling Congress Breeder’s Challenge Futurity classes.
Nominated 2014 Stallions A Radiant Image Acoolest Touchdown Cheer for Mocca Chromed Up Enquest Gianni Heza Stemwinder I Gotta Cool Secret JCG Avenger Kid Coolsified Livation PF Credible Supreme RTH Mr Wilson Very Cool
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Southern Belle Breeder’s Program
The Southern Belle Program has been a “shining star” in the Quarter Horse industry since its inception in 1994. The Southern Belle Breeders Program, as well as the Southern Belle Horse Show, experienced unprecedented growth and success due to the dedication of its founder, Connie Hill, and show manager, Chris Darnell. The support of stallion owners and the exhibitors have allowed the footprint of the Southern Belle Program to reach major shows throughout the country including such prestigious events as The Sun Circuit, The Tom Powers, The Big A, The Reichert Celebration, AQHA World Show, The APHA World Show, and the All American Quarter Horse Congress. In an effort to perpetuate the Southern Belle Program, and due to its strong ties with the Ohio Quarter Horse Association, administration was transitioned in late 2012. Eager to continue the tradition and partnership, OQHA gladly accepted. Chris Darnell served the Southern Belle Program, both as show secretary for the Southern Belle Invitation and the administrator of the Southern Belle Breeder’s Program. Chis, the current President of OQHA, Over saw the transition, Congress show secretary, Rhonda Harter, lead the transition team and is currently the direct contact for stallion owners and breeders through the OQHA office. 2014 Breeder’s Classes are open to offspring of stallions that have “SOLD” in the 2014 Southern Belle Breeder’s program. Stallions that do not sell can make their offspring eligible by paying up their breeding at 1/2 the advertised breeding fee plus $100 administrative fee. The minimum a breeding is sold for is $600 which includes the $100 administrative fee.
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OQHA Hall of Fame
The All American Quarter Horse Congress is the world’s largest single-breed horse show. People travel from not only all across the country, but from around the world to compete at this event. Without the dedication and hard work of a few individuals, the masses would not be here. Established in 1987, the Congress Hall of Fame recognizes those individuals who dedicated their lives to helping the Congress become the success it is today. Originally, four people were inducted, but inductions do not necessarily occur every year. The OQHA’s Hall Of Fame Committee reviews potential candidates for inclusion into the hall of fame every year.
Paul Brown
(inducted in 1987) The late Paul Brown of Newark, Ohio served as the president of OQHA in 1972 and 1973. Brown created and developed the Congress National Youth Activity Team Tournament in 1968 and served as its first chairperson for many years. Brown worked diligently to promote the tournament among AQHA affiliates. Brown also coordinated Congress awards ceremonies for several years.
W.P. “Pete” Drake
(inducted in 1987) The late Dr. W.P. “Pete” Drake of Tucson, Arizona (formerly of Richwood, Ohio) served as OQHA president during the first three years of the Congress, 1967-69. Dr. Drake tirelessly promoted the Congress in its early years, even keeping paperwork at his house (which filled three entire rooms before he rented office space). Later, Dr. Drake became the unofficial historian of the All American Quarter Horse Congress.
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Blair Folck
(inducted in 1987) The late Blair Folck of Springfield, Ohio served as OQHA president in 1963 and 1964, as well as 1970 and 1971. Folck developed the concept of the All American Quarter Horse Congress and worked with Dr. Drake during the show’s early years to promote it. He also owned National Equine Sales, the company that managed the Congress Super Sale from the first year in 1967 through 2008.
Earl Lambert
(inducted in 1987) Rounding out the first four inductees, the late Earl Lambert of Columbus, Ohio served as one of Ohio’s first show secretaries. He managed the popular Midwest Livestock Show and Rodeo in the 1950’s and 1960’s and was then recruited to become the Congress show secretary in its early years because of his horse show management expertise.
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OQHA Hall of Fame Bailey “Stretch” Bradley
(inducted in 1988) Bailey “Stretch” Bradley of Plain City, Ohio served as an OQHA director, and many people still remember his tall frame sitting on the tractor dragging the Coliseum dirt between classes. Bradley also showed his champion Halter horses at Congress to numerous awards.
Dale Wilkinson
(inducted in 1989) Dale Wilkinson of Waynesboro, Georgia (formerly of Findlay, Ohio) is also a member of the NRHA, NCHA and AQHA Hall of Fame. When the Congress began in 1967, Wilkinson created the concept for the Reining division and managed the Congress Reining events during the show’s early years.
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(inducted in 1996) The late Paul Wilt of Sidney, Ohio served as OQHA president in 1995 and 1996 and held the longest term to date as a Congress Tri-Chairman, 12 years. Throughout his years of involvement, Wilt provided a steady foundation and wise advice
Keith Bradley
(inducted in 1996) Keith Bradley of Bowling Green, Ohio has been known as the “Voice of the Congress” since his smooth voice first graced the public address system in 1967. Through 2008, Bradley announced countless Congress Champions, record scores and other events, including serving as the Master of Ceremonies.
Lee Sobas
(inducted in 2001) Lee Sobas of Marysville, Ohio is the first woman inducted into the Congress Hall of Fame. She worked for the Ohio Quarter Horse Association for 27 years before retiring in 2002. Sobas served as horse show secretary and futurity secretary and she was a familiar face and a friendly voice to many horse show exhibitors in the Congress entry office.
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Alan Potts
(inducted in 2002) Alan Potts of Coshocton, Ohio served as president of OQHA in 1960 and remained active with OQHA by serving on every standing committee within the association. Potts has been involved with the Congress since it began.
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Beverly Grose
(inducted in 2006) Inducted posthumously, Beverly Grose of Richwood, Ohio was an employee of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association for nearly 30 years. Grose served as the OQHA membership and points secretary and worked behind the scenes at Congress with OQHA’s computer system. She was known for her caring attitude, warm smile, hard work ethic and wealth of knowledge.
Shirley DeLorean
(inducted in 2008) Shirley DeLorean, of Medina, Ohio, was in charge of the Congress Queen Contest for more than 25 years. She also served as president of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association from 2001 to 2002, as well as several other offices throughout the years. DeLorean was described as being a true-blue friend, someone who always made everyone feel welcome.
Clark Bradley
(inducted in 2008) Clark Bradley of Findlay, Ohio comes from a family dedicated to OQHA. His father, Bailey, was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1988. Clark has served as president of OQHA from 1999-2000, as well as the director representative for Reining and Roping for more than 25 years. Additionally, Clark has shown at every single Congress since it began in 1967.
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Skip Salome
(inducted in 2008) Skip Salome of Newark, Ohio has been part of the All American Quarter Horse Congress since its inception in 1967. He has served on every Ohio Quarter Horse Association committee, including president from 1993-1994, 2005-2006 and 2009-2010. Salome’s children, Todd and Kelli, are also involved in OQHA as directors.
Denny Hales
(inducted in 2009) Denny Hales, from Zanesville, Ohio, was inducted posthumously to the Congress Hall of Fame. He served as the Congress show secretary, beginning in 1985 and continued his service to OQHA as the executive vice president for more than 20 years. Hales’ considerable contributions to OQHA and the Congress are forever remembered with the dedication of Denny Hales Arena on the Ohio Expo Center grounds, during the 2009 Congress.
Joseph “Jess” Cecil
(inducted in 2012) Jess Cecil, from Akron, Ohio was inducted posthumously to the Congress Hall of Fame. He was elected to the OQHA Board of Directors in 1981 & served on nearly every committee. Throughout his 30 years of service on the board, Jess was very involved with futurities, and the Congress Souvenir Program. Jess Cecil would have liked to be remembered for his work ethic, raising his children - which he always said was his greatest accomplishment, and promoting the Quarter Horse.
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he Congress Super Sale is an auction of the highest caliber, a place to purchase some of the best quality American Quarter Horses in the industry. The Congress Super Sale began as part of the very first All American Quarter Horse Congress in 1967 and has been a staple of the show ever since. Every year nearly 200 horses are sold, providing buyers with the opportunity to bid on young show prospects, seasoned show horses, broodmares and stallions. Many horses sold at the Congress Super Sale have gone on to become Congress and World champions. Professional Horse Services will manage the Congress Super Sale. The auction will be held Saturday. October 18th in the Lausche Building, located just north of 17th Avenue. A preview of the sale horses will be held Friday, October 17th at 12 noon north of the Laushe building. Sale horses can also be viewed prior to the day of the sale at their stalls in the Lausche Building or at the Professional Horse Services website, www.prohorseservices. com. Congress Super Sale catalogs are also available online at Professional Horse Services’ website and during the Congress at the Professional Auction Services booth. Professional Horse Services will accept personal or business checks, money orders, cashier’s checks, credit cards or cash for the purchase of a future champion.
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Worship Services
he All American Quarter Horse Congress will offer four worship services this year. Since 1967, Congress has provided worship services to attendees during the show where spectators and workers join together to worship with other horse-loving Christians at services provided by Christian Horsemen Announcing the Message of the Precious Savior (C.H.A.M.P.S.).
C.H.A.M.P.S. was formed in 2002 to facilitate fundraisers for injured or sick horsemen who were in financial need or without health insurance. C.H.A.M.P.S. is devoted to Godly encouragement and support of all individuals within the equine industry. Their goal is to encourage people to worship in their own way. C.H.A.M.P.S. is a volunteer ministry and all donations are used to help people in need or to sponsor worship services at horse shows. For more information about C.H.A.M.P.S., visit their website: c-h-a-m-p-s.com. Services will be held on four Sundays, beginning at 9:00 a.m. in the DiSalle Auditorium. The services will be led by Scott Brown, of Hilliard, Ohio.
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Congress Cutting Event The Ohio Quarter Horse Association presents the fourth annual Congress Cutting Event, held Thursday October 9th beginning. An exciting evening featuring the best horses and riders in the sport of Cutting, the Congress Cutting Event is comprised of two featured event running back to back: The Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting Finals and Cinch Bridleless Cutting.
Tickets
Pre-purchase tickets are available via mail from mid-July to mid-September each year on a firstreceived, first-assigned basis. Any remaining tickets will be sold at the Congress on the day of the performance at the commercial exhibit window in Congress Hall beginning at 8:00 am. Be advised that a very limited number of seats will be available after pre-purchase ticket sales have closed. Tickets are $12 per seat.
Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting
The Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting has nine stops throughout the year across the country, including Lyon, France. The third to last stop on the tour is in Columbus, Ohio at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. The Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting attracts some of the best professional cutting horses and riders, as well as up-and-coming non-pro riders. $25,000 is added to both the Open and Non-Pro finals, which will be held Wednesday, October 8th and Thursday, October 9th as the culmination of the Congress Cutting Event.
Cinch Bridleless Cutting
Come watch as these horses and riders cut cattle from a herd with no bridle! The top three highscoring horses that do not make the finals of the Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting in both the open and non-pro divisions will be eligible to compete in the Cinch Bridleless Cutting. A purse of $2,500 will be up for grabs in the open and non-pro. If a horse declines invitation, the next highest score will be invited to participate. The Cinch Bridleless Cutting will precede the Mercuira NCHA World Series of Cutting Finals on Thursday, October 9th.
2014 Performance
Thursday, October 9th in the Coliseum 6:00 pm – Cinch Bridleless Cutting
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Weaver Leather Freestyle Reining Often compared to a figure skater’s performance, the Freestyle Reining competition combines the athletics and finesse of Reining moves with the melodies of popular music in one of the Congress’ most popular events. Competitors (and their mounts) often wear costumes and may include props and actors in their performances.
New to this year’s event is a special Q&A session with Stacy Westfall starting at 6:30 p.m., so get to your seats early for a chance to have your question answered by this multiple Freestyle Reining championship winner and National Cowgirl Hall of Fame Inductee. Then, don’t miss a special 15 minute presentation by Stacy and Weaver Leather that will get you pumped up to cheer for your favorite Freestyle Reining performers!
Tickets
Tickets can be purchased online via the Congress website at www.oqha.com/aaqhc. Tickets are $25 per seat. Before the Weaver Leather Freestyle Reining performance begins, the Coliseum will be cleared. Only people who present an authentic Weaver Leather Freestyle Reining ticket will be admitted, and will be required to sit in the assigned seats. There are no refunds or replacements for lost tickets.
2014 Performance
Saturday, October 11th in the Coliseum 7:00 pm –
Pre-Show Perfomance by Stacy Westfall Weaver Leather Freestyle Reining Performance (Open and Non-Pro exhibitors will show concurrently)
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Cowboy Mounted Shooting Cowboy Mounted Shooting is the fastest growing equestrian sport in the nation. The event combines precision with speed as participants guide their horses through a designated pattern shooting two .45 caliber single-action revolvers (loaded with specially prepared blank ammunition) and attempt to pop as many balloons as possible, all while racing against the clock. Participants are also required to dress in traditional western style clothing or a long sleeve western shirt, five pocket blue jeans covered by chaps, western boots and a cowboy hat.
Divisions
Classes are divided by age and gender, as well as by level to create a wrangler division (11 and under), men’s division, a women’s division, and a senior’s division, with levels 1-6 in each of those divisions. All riders begin at level 1 and advance up through the levels by accumulating wins.
Patterns
With 50+ possible patterns, there is always something new and exciting to watch during Cowboy Mounted Shooting competition. Each pattern consists of 10 balloons, spread throughout the arena. The competitor must shoot the first five balloons before moving to the second set of five balloons (designated by different colors). The second set, called the Rundown, are usually all in a row, straight towards the finish line.
Scoring
Competitors are scored on a combination of time and accuracy. For various mistakes, riders incur penalties: five seconds for each missed balloon, five seconds for dropping a gun, 10 seconds for not running the course correctly and 60 seconds for falling off your horse; thus making accuracy more important than speed, especially since a typical pattern is usually run in just 15-35 seconds.
Schedule of Events
Sunday, October 26th in the Celeste Center-8:00 a.m.
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Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 6 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 5 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 4 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 3 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 2 Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Level 1 AQHA Cowboy Mounted Shooting Cowyboy Mounted Shooting - Open Wrangler Cowboy Mounted Shooting - Limited Wrangler *classes run concurrently with men, women, senior men, and senior women sections*
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Commercial Exhibitors- Congress Hall Annex While many people come to the All American Quarter Horse Congress for the horses, just as many come for the shopping. With seven acres housing more than 250 commercial exhibits, there is nothing you can’t find at the Congress. Everything imaginable is available, from trucks and trailers to western wear, furniture and jewelry, not to mention the numerous tack stores. Every year horse enthusiasts from around the country visit Congress to do their horse-related shopping and to treat themselves to one of the largest indoor equine trade shows in the world. The 2014 All American Quarter Horse Congress Trade Show will operate daily from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm beginning Tuesday, October 7th through Saturday, October 25th. The last day of the show, Sunday, October 26th, vendors will be open from 9:30 am until the conclusion of the day’s classes. Commercial exhibitors are listed alphabetically by building. Please use the maps to determine the exact location of the exhibitor of your choice.
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Youth Contests
Since its very first year, the All American Quarter Horse Congress has encouraged participation by the future generation of the Quarter Horse industry through a variety of youth activities. Aside from competing on a horse, there are many skills professional horsemen and women must possess. These youth activities help prepare young participants for a bright future, whether it is in or out of the equine industry. For more information about these contests or 2015 contests, please contact Dr. Kimberly Cole at 614-292-2625 or cole.436@osu.edu.
Intercollegiate and Junior Judging Contest
Each year, students from across the country compete in the All American Quarter Horse Congress Intercollegiate and Youth Judging Contests. College, 4-H, FFA and Quarter Horse affiliate associations form judging teams that converge on the Congress to find out who has the best eye for horseflesh. Teams range from three to four members for youth or four to five members for intercollegiate. Teams in both divisions place four Halter classes and eight performance classes. Classes can incorporate mares, stallion or geldings and any number of performance classes, including Western Pleasure, Hunter Under Saddle, Reining, Western Riding, Hunter Hack, Pleasure Driving, Trail, Horsemanship or Equitation. Specific classes will be announced as ‘oral reasons’ classes. Oral reasons are a chance for the contestant to explain their placings.
Both divisions award individual and team high-point awards in Halter, performance and oral reasons categories, as well as overall awards. Scores are determined based on the accuracy of contestants’ placings as compared to the placings of a panel of approved judges. 2014 Contest Date: Wednesday, October 15th in the DiSalle Building
Horse Bowl
In Horse Bowl, contestants are asked to answer equine-related questions in a competitive atmosphere, reminiscent of a game show. Questions are asked in two manners: regular, one on one and toss-up bonus questions. Questions involve everything from the evolution of the horse to current equine management practices and equine disease. 2014 Contest Date: Tuesday, October 14th in the DiSalle Building
Hippology
Hippology covers many of the same topics as Horse Bowl, but asks students to apply their knowledge. Points are awarded in three separate segments. The first is examination, which can include a written test, as well as slides that must be identified. The second segment requires team members to travel to different stations where they must correctly identify different equine-related items, such as types of grass or bones in the horse. The final segment requires contestants to judge four horse show classes, much like the judging contest. Once all three segments are completed, each team is given a single question to answer, which may require an impromptu answer or preparation and explanation. The Congress Hippology Contest will be held Wednesday, October 16th in the DiSalle Building.
Communications
The Congress Communications Contests were created to help develop public speaking skills and self-confidence in youth. Theses contests require contestants to craft a speech that illustrates a step-by-step procedure and explains why each step is essential to the overall product. Demonstrations go along with the speech, and include visual aids that enhance the topic discussed.
Contestants’ speeches are judged on their organization, content, accuracy, stage presence, delivery and desire to communicate. 2014 Contest Date: Tuesday, October 14th in the DiSalle Building
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Youth Dummy Roping
he Cinch Dummy Roping Contest allows young cowboys and cowgirls a chance to showcase their roping skills on the big stage of a Congress show arena. The 2014 Cinch Dummy Roping Contest will be held Thursday, October 9th in Celeste Arena at 12:00 pm. Contestants are divided into two age groups: eight years and under and 9-12 years. Contestants compete by a roping a plastic steer’s head fixed on a bale of hay.
Competition begins with round one, where two loops are thrown. Contestants who catch the steer both times advance to round two, if they are eight under. Contestants in the 9-12 division who make it past round one immediately advance to the final round. In the second round, one loop is thrown, with those catching advancing to the final, sudden-death round. In the finals, a distance line is marked and increases until a winner is crowned. Horn size may also be changed to help determine a winner. Three legal catches will be used in the eight and under division. Neck catch only will be used for the 9-12 division. Boundary lines will be used in all rounds. Contestants may not rope the entire dummy and no fishing is allowed.
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Congress Show Partners
The All American Quarter Horse Congress would not be a success without the strong ties that exist between the Ohio Quarter Horse Association and other organizations. Together, OQHA and its show partners strive to complete the goal of promoting the American Quarter Horse breed. Their enthusiasm and dedication to not only the Quarter Horse, but to the Congress itself, is much appreciated.
AQHA Headquartered in Amarillo, Texas, the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) maintains pedigree and registration records for more than four million registered American Quarter Horses. With over 300,000 youth and adult members, AQHA is the world’s largest breed registry and equine recreational organization. In addition to maintaining records, AQHA oversees showing, racing and recreational activities that promote the Quarter Horse. Since the first Congress in 1967, AQHA has played a large role in the show, offering a full slate of AQHA-approved classes. Over the years, the All American Quarter Horse Congress has grown to become AQHA’s largest show, providing an exceptional showcase for America’s horse.
NCHA Founded in 1946, the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) promotes the sport of cutting, which originated on working cattle ranches in the 1800’s. Cutting has grown tremendously and NCHA now has members from nearly every U.S. state and more than 19 countries. Aside from sponsoring classes at the All American Quarter Horse Congress, NCHA hosts five major events of its own throughout year, including the NCHA Futurity, NCHA World Finals, NCHA National Championships, NCHA Super Stakes and Super Stakes Classic and the NCHA Summer Cutting Spectacular.
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The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) was formed in 1966 with the mission of promoting the sport of Reining worldwide and was originally headquartered in Coshocton, Ohio. One of the NRHA’s most popular events, the NRHA Futurity, was held at the All American Quarter Horse Congress for 19 years before moving to Oklahoma City, when NRHA moved its headquarters there. Despite the move to Oklahoma, NRHA never left the Congress. A full slate of NRHA-approved Reining events, including the Congress Reining Futurity and the Congress NonPro Reining Stakes, makes the Congress a popular show for Reining competitors.
NSBA Promoting the pleasure horse has been the mission of the National Snaffle Bit Association (NSBA) since it was founded in 1983. To accomplish this mission, NSBA approves futurity horse show events, including dual-approval with AQHA events. Many of the nation’s top futurities and AQHA shows offer NSBA-sanctioned classes, allowing exhibitors to compete for NSBA year-end awards based on their earnings. Since the NSBA was founded, the All American Quarter Horse Congress has worked closely with them. Today, the partnership between these two organizations has allowed a full set of NSBA-approved events to be held at the Congress.
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National Youth Activity Team Tournament The National Youth Activity Team Tournament (NYATT) is the most popular youth event at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. Although the competition is not approved by AQHA, it still brings together more than 60 teams and 400 youth from state and regional Quarter Horse associations across the country. Although competition doesn’t start until teams arrive at Congress, NYATT is so competitive that youth must battle for spot on their association’s team starting in the spring. Once teams are decided, many hold numerous fundraisers and obtain scholarships to fund their trip to the NYATT. Each state and regional Quarter Horse association is responsible for gathering their own team. Associations must have a minimum of four team members to participate in the contest, with no more than two members competing in each of the NYATT classes. The classes that are part of the NYATT include Barrel Racing, Horsemanship, Hunter Under Saddle, Reining, Showmanship and Western Pleasure. Despite the lack of AQHA awards, contestants do not go home empty handed. Medallions are awarded to the top 15 individuals in each class, with class winners receiving the coveted Don Bell Congress bronze trophy. In addition, all members of the top six teams overall receive Don Bell Congress trophies. To determine team standings, points are awarded for each individual’s efforts in every class, with first place receiving 10 points, second place receiving 9 points, and so on. The 2014 NYATT competition will be held Sunday, October 19th. The day will conclude with NYATT awards, where every team is recognized for the accomplishments of participating in the tournament , as well as honoring the top six overall teams and the Tournament Champion Team. Also during the ceremony, the 2014 All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen will be crowned.
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Alabama Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kelly McCrory Jade Bell Morgen Bowie Ivy Bell Kimberly Reed Brooke Durden
East Coast Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kristen Massaro Callie Connelly Grace Oyer Sabrina Searles Chase Peffley Lauren Neily
Buckeye Southern Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Carla Whaley Carleigh Todd Delaney Tittle Jaycey Mayes Sydney Bostic Seonna Kernen Holly Riegel Lauren Bussert Caitlyn Christman
Eastern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Connie Vansickle Mindy Barr Hannah Fox Macy Fearon Reily Bell Bradyn Burke Kaylyn Gimbel Lily Tatman Elaina McCarthy Syney Krebs Dolan Robinson Maggie Cain
Badger Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kelly Walterscheit Savannah Hauer Melanie Lovys Kate Gauthier Hannah Buchholz
Central Colorado Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Jimmy Daurio Sarah Miller Megan Waldron Gabriella Salamone Taylor Searles Connecticut Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kristyn Ceruh Ashley Grasso Olivia Steneck Anna Sullivan Jayna Lagace Jessica Gagnon
Delaware Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Jeannie Mowbray Marah Hynes Carley Mae Shockley Mark Mowbray Ashlyn North
Eastern Maryland Equestrian Association Advisor: Karen Marx Samantha Tracey Ariah K. Lusk Peyton Ridgely Annie Seward
Eastern Ontario Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Laurie Haughten Cassidy Cressman Halle Bailey Melanie Trolley Sarah Simard Tristyn LeClere Christopher Westfall Empire State Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Melissa Blake-Butler Nicole Griffo Hannah Pingrey Quinn Wilson Claire Wolf Alyssa Beardsley Kallie Burnash
Florida Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Julie Usoff Ashley Roach Makayla Flowers Hannah Beth Hedgcock Sophia Bukowick Hailey Germain
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Florida Quarter Horse Racing Association Advisor: Sean Usoff Cheyenne Ausgburger Lauren Tribiano Cydney Benes Dylan Patterson Sabrina Searles Georgia Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Rebecca Hardman Avery Lario Bri Bielecki Cassidy Scott Lexie Lane Adrianna Peery Erin Mask Courtney Lummus Killian Mullen Jenna Sauerbier
Horseman’s Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Carla Lario Samantha Aderhold Colter Chasteen Courtney Woodard Victoria Scott Ferreira Ellie Wangle Kendall Kay Gill Illinois Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Valerie Kearns Sierra Czerwinski Lexi Kim Dylan Price Lauren Thoma Mary Caitlan O’Malley Carly Hinds Illinois Quarter Horse Racing Association Advisor: Brad Dolton Peyton Vorreyer Elizabeth Forney Lydia Brahler Hannah Tapling Nya Kearns Nicole Campbell
Indiana Amateur Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Lisa Meek Kristen Shively Jordan Mills Emily Progh Abigail Weidner Kiley Marschand Katie Bussing Miah Schaefer Cheyanne Shrock
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Indiana Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Brett Walters Taylor R. Foster Megan Rauh Emily Wagoner Mackenzie Boone Abby Gettinger Klair Merrell Morgan Koontz Olivia Koontz Brock Bawel
Iowa Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Jennifer Horton Brooke Granzon Madelynne Herlocker Clara Johnson Lily Anderson
Iowa Quarter Horse Racing Association Advisor: Shannon Vroegh Emma Schaefer Mallory Vroegh Libbie Lowry Lauren Lounsbury Kansas Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kathy Green Sydney Scheckel Molly Moden Abbi Demel Rachel Tearney Christine Rosa Breckyn Rowley Kathryn Bunting Kentucky Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Lauri Givens Kaylee Russell Laura Croghan Morgan Jones Whitley Horning Jaley Olds
Keystone Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Connie Sibley Leah Burgess Hanna Norman Christina Sakalas Elisabeth Will Emily Peters Rachel Bitler Taylor Hennigan Julia McArdle-Coe Jacqueline Arbogast Patricia W. Arbogast
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Maryland State Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Sabrina Ginn Kelsey McArthur Trae Buckwalter Mary Lentz Hallie Bubczyk Georgiena Lowe Grace Park Massachusetts Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Marge Tanner Julia Harriman Anna Farnsworth Sabrina Janis Emily Rockwell Alyssa Fasalo Matthew Labrie Genevieve Ahlstedt Liliana Baker Onna Downey
Michigan Great Lakes Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Megan Meyer Alyssa Luckhardt Grace Himes Alex Stark Sheyenne Nelson Morgan Hull Madison Burlett Gabrielle West Jarid Walton Francie Himes Aleeha Krupa Nicole DuBord Katy Kuhr Michigan Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Nicole Veldhoff Michelle McDowell Miller Lantis Katherine West Brooke Brinning Karlee Cassiday Lauren Barnes Hauley Giamo Elizabeth West Grant Allen Lily Atkinson
Mid East Kentucky Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Will McCardle Nico Thom Jessica Rogers Hannah Frede Alexa Black Molly Wimmer Savannah Phillips Maddie Paul
Minnesota Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Vickie Kettlewell Danielle Paulson Rachel Nissen Lorreha Bowser Alexandra Beckman Emily Jo Schultz Lexxi Perez Mississippi Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Aprille Watts Sabrina Turner Jenna Seal McAuley Ross Annie Whitfield Webb Harrison Mary Gracen Reed Missouri Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Linda Murphy Connor Griggs Sarah Strouse Giorgia Grace Medows Alexis Maes Denim Smith
New Jersey Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Ursula Hodgson Ireland Cofrancesco Cece Hodgson Taylor B. Ale Devon Wainwright Meghan Morse
New York Southern Tier Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Lori McKean Christian Jauntig Alyssa Taeinelli Miranda R. Florkowski Emily McKean Katie A. McDermott New York State Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kerry Moreland Riley Dunn Abigail Flexman Daniel Pacyna Kathleen Dolen Anna Culver Jenny Mott Claire Sweeny
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North Carolina Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Beth Plourd Lauren Taylor Lloyd Allisin A. Tamulewicz Haley Hine Rebecca Farley Wickre Brianna D. Tamulewicz Hannah Warren Northeast Wisconsin Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Ann Spak Quinn Silloway Madison Spak Kamryn Kruchten Rachel Kruchten Mary Winkel Brooke Brandow Northern Michigan Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Laurie Sherman Elizabeth Koolstra Carly M. Gibson Julia Sherman Christina Kooistra Camryn S. Gibson Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Lilly Ehrman Ashley Conger Sydney Hoffa Hanna Hedderick Justin Carroll Mariah Sherer Madison Swartz Kelsey Ritter
Northwest Florida Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Christie Arrington Justin Clay Arrington Ryan Flowers Caroline Alexis Clark Garrett Kent Ohio-Kentucky-Indiana Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Heather McKeown McKinze Moler Kayla Stiver Kyle Clark Chloe Brown Jacob Kamm Riley Geiger Taylor Roeder Ceairah Chaffin Peyton Theado Valerie Burch
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Ohio-Michigan-Indiana Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Jim Earl Madison Jacobs MaKayla Earl Ciara Lesko Piper Manley Michaela Ketcham Tara Roeder Jordan Roeder Mackenzie Stevens Carolyn Kennedy
Ohio Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Denise Igoe Annaleise Ritzi Kara Mahaffey Madison Thiel McKenzie Severance Justin Melvin Audrey Baker Kalee Lohr Caleb Sturgeon Jordan Gates Lauren Hull Caitlynn Colvin Paul Louis Schwab, III Ontario Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Marie Muir Jasmyn Rivait Rebekah Clark Sharese Rivait Hannah Buijs Malachi Clark Nicole McComb Amanda Martini Erin Cross-Nicholls Jennifer Charest Amanda Craven
Oregon Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Chelsea Carlson Rachel Lebkowsky Madison Anger Jacqueline Potwora Kaylie Banks Pacific Coast Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kellie Hinely Shannon Rohring Chelsea Sterling Miranda Mitten Marley Mainwaring
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Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Jessica McMullen Kelly Potkul Shelbe Jarrett Abbey Sefchik Anna Enos Marah Huston Sloane Vogt Aubrey Braham Kaitlyn Good Molly Garver
Quarter Horse Association of Nebraska Advisor: Niki Gemar Mackenzie Doescher Delaney Dickens Sydnee Gemar Jayden Taylor Hannah Wiese Kasey Scharf
Rocky Mountain Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Rachel Haseman Claire McDowall Jamie Cook Klay McDowall Natalia Devencenty Reilly Medema
South Carolina Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Carey Ready Jillian Stopperich Virginia Ann Owen Anna Lee Davis McKenzie Matthews Sara Beth Felker Kiefer Lane Ready Southern Maryland Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Kathleen Easter-Knott Laura Ashley Knott Kelsey Gardiner Wyatt S. Holtery Lilly Jo Collins
Quebec Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Andreanne Mayrand Marie-Michelle Rioux Laurence Lavoie-Tremblay Charlie Bussieres Mikayla Jamieson Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Meaghan Perry Taylor Seymour Advisor: Cami Claypool Allie Stein Kayla Tomilson River Cities Quarter Horse Association Olivia Tordoff Pawlina Martz Advisor: Dee Ann Staley Bethany Reiterman Luke Turner Lauren Nicole Diaz Ellexxah Maxwell Colton McClure Ashton Krutulis Kayla Magrum Brittany Harter Lucy Eier Cassandra Priest Jordan A. Medsker Emma Brown Reagan Priest Jenna Sunni Jacobs Caroline Gute Katerina Mendel Sara Knechtly Tennessee Amateur Quarter Horse Association Trate Brown Advisor: Jennifer McGrath Kara Kaufmann Kamiah McGrath River Valley Quarter Horse Association Alexandra Johnston Laska Anderson Advisor: Ashley Jennings Channing McWilliams Faith Jennings Emma Attinger Charlie Troxell Tennessee Quarter Horse Association Collin Huddle Brooklyn Stephens Gracie Knipp Advisor: Tina Freeland Colt Reese Marcus Hanson Taylor Wilkens Robyn Hanson Katie Shadowens Bailey Haas Katheryn Van Slyke Larkin Jones
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Texas Amateur Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Whitney Vicars Madison Musser Domenick Hiebing Jordon Davis Calley Huston
Texas Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Tina Anderson Holly Strevey Madeliene Crawford Deanna Green Natasha Blanchard Tri-State Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Deanna Fahringer Rickie Bryner Samantha Murphy Hannah Lynch Nicole Lynn Jordan Miller Brenna Stoffel Jennifer Matty
Virginia Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Katey Ralls Austin Thomas Ralls Bailey Troutman Samantha Felts Anika Henriksen Emily Glazebrook Charlotte Hereford
West Virginia Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Nickki Hunt McKenzie Jones Kaylynn Shelton McKenzie Morris Courtney Glover Riley Hogan Nena Hunt Trevor Hunt Wisconsin Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Nikki Schultz Livvie Van Loren Anna Capelle Danica Weber Katelyn Schultz Nicole Kuklinski Rachel Porath
We would like to wish everyone competing in the NYATT Competition good luck!
Western Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Tricia Fuchs-Utlak Madison Kimes Samantha VanKirk Makayla Fuchs-Utlak Abby Biernacki Michaela Schrim Kellee Lubich
West Virginia Amateur Quarter Horse Association Advisor: Robert Hunt Lauren Harvey Alayna Collett Jaycie Kuhn Wyatt Cooper Sydney Whiting
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Thank you to our sponsors!
Ohio Quarter Horse Association presents their
2014 NYATT Team!
Annaleise Ritzi Showmanship
Caleb Sturgeon
Audrey Baker Western Pleasure
Jordan Gates
Caitlyn Colvin Barrels
Justin Melvin
Reining
Hunter Under Saddle
Kalee Lohr
Kara Mahaffey Showmanship
Hunter Under Saddle
McKenzie Severance
Madison Thiel
Paul “Trey� Schwab
Reining
Horsemanship
Horsemanship
Western Pleasure
Lauren Hull
Barrels
Good Luck to everyone at the All American Quarter Horse Congress!
Congress Queen’s Year in Review
A Dream Come True It is a great honor, privilege and long-time dream of mine to be the All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen. This opportunity to serve as an ambassador for the largest single-breed horse show in the world and in turn the quarter horse industry has been a dream of mine for 15 years. My first visit to the All American Quarter Horse Congress was at the age of nine and remains a vivid memory in my mind. It was an incredible experience for me, it was then when I first learned of the All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen, and it was where this dream of mine began. Every dream starts somewhere, and most all of mine started on the back of a horse. Twenty years ago, I was just a little girl with a quarter horse. Little did I know that my quarter horse would not only inspire me to dream big, but ultimately open many doors in my life far beyond the horse show circuit. As I reflect, I am forever grateful for the opportunities I have had for participation in a variety of activities in the horse industry. In addition to accomplishments that include multiple All American Quarter Horse Congress Championships, NSBA Reserve World Championship, and many Michigan Quarter Horse Association accolades, I participated with horse judging teams and held youth leadership positions. I represented MQHYA two consecutive years at the AQHA Youth Excellence Seminar in Amarillo, TX, competed in Congress National Youth Activity Team Tournaments and on AQHA Youth World Show Teams. These opportunities combined with others helped me earn an athletic scholarship to Baylor University where I competed in Western Horsemanship. While at Baylor University, I was a 4-year varsity letter winner and selected as an NCEA First Team Academic All American. During my time on the Baylor Equestrian Team, we won a Big XII Conference Championship and NCEA National Championship. Baylor University not only provided me with a first class education and Bachelor of Arts Degree, but also with opportunities to study abroad in Argentina, England and serve on three mission trips to Kenya and Zambia. None of these amazing experiences would have happened without the youth programs and opportunities in the quarter horse industry I was able to participate in. The American Quarter Horse has had a significant influence in shaping me into the woman I am today. I am forever grateful for this opportunity to serve as the 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen and give back to the industry that has provided me with so many opportunities.
The Congress Queen Contest The Congress Queen Contest is comprised of three categories: oral interview with a panel of judges (40% of total score), written test on the AQHA handbook (40% of total score) and Western Horsemanship (20% of total score). The candidates’ scores from each category are added up and the contestant with the highest composite score is crowned Congress Queen. A candidate may compete for Congress Queen a maximum of three times, but is only allowed to win the title once. In fact, I competed for the crown twice. The first time I competed for the title was in 2012. I won the western horsemanship, placed second on the written test and received seventh in the oral interview. After my composite score was calculated, I was named 1st Runner-up. I was not going to let my dream of becoming Congress Queen fade. I spent the next year preparing for the 2013 Congress Queen and Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen contests. In 2013, I represented the Michigan Quarter Horse Association in the Congress Queen Competition again. After winning the western horsemanship as well as the oral interview, and placing third on the written test, my dream of becoming the All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen became real.
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My biggest trial in the Congress Queen contest in 2013 was placing third on the written test, one place lower than the year before. I came into the competition knowing that historically the Congress Queen places first or second on the written portion of the competition. However, my effort to improve my interview skills over the previous year fortunately paid off when I was announced as the winner of the interview. The only unknown portion of the contest left was the western horsemanship. I was confident with my performance, but relieved to find out the judges agreed when I was announced as the winner of the western horsemanship. In that moment, with the crown on my head, I felt pride and excitement and ready for my year to begin. The Year I’ll Cherish Forever Just a few days after returning home to Michigan after spending 16 straight days in Columbus, I was on the road to my first official event as the reigning All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen! On November 3, 2013, I embarked on my first trip post Congress to Lancaster, OH where I made a special guest appearance at the Rough Riders 4-H Club Annual Banquet! I received the invitation at the Congress a week earlier while I was performing Congress Queen duties and introduced to Rough Riders Club Leader, Sean Fowler and club member, James Herzog. It was then when club member, James originally asked if I would give him signed posters for his club members. Right away, his club leader, Sean joined the conversation and asked if I was interested in attending the banquet! Of course I said yes! They were so nice, I was very excited for the banquet! The Rough Rider’s 4-H Club leaders told the club members there would be a special guest at the banquet, but they did not reveal who the special guest was until I walked in. The members were extremely excited. It was very special to be able to spend the evening with them. I helped present their year-end club awards and was able to share a little about my life story and the events that led up to being crowned Congress Queen. My horse show career started on the local level and in 4-H many years ago, and provided a great foundation for me. I tell everyone today about how many doors my involvement with horses has opened for me in life thus far. It is very special to me to be able to share these experiences with the younger generation in hopes of inspiring them to pursue their dreams. I would like to express thanks to the Rough Riders 4-H Club for graciously inviting me to attend their banquet and to Sean and Jane Fowler for coordinating my visit and providing wonderful hospitality. I also would like to thank Jayme Drury for introducing me to this amazing group! My next appearance on December 14, 2013 was a fun mixture of the holiday season and horses. I was honored to spend this white winter day in mid-December at a classic event not far from my hometown—The Lexington Old Fashioned Christmas Horse Parade held in Lexington, Michigan. The resort town is situated along Lake Huron, approximately thirty minutes north of my hometown, St. Clair. The small town of Lexington is a very popular tourist destination in the summer months, but often desolate in the winter. It was exciting to see the significant amount of people the town drew in for this winter event! Many people, including myself, were afraid the blizzard occurring that day would affect the event’s turnout, but it actually made the event a little more special! The sight of a whole bunch of horses and riders decorated to a Christmas theme parading down the main street in Lexington was definitely a great way to add to the Christmas spirit. I had the honor of presenting the awards to the judge’s pick for best decorated in each category. It was an extremely fun, festive, and special event for me to take part in, especially so close to my hometown.
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Congress Queen’s Year in Review My next appearance was at the annual Michigan Quarter Horse Association Convention and Banquet held January 11-12, 2014 in Lansing, Michigan. It is an event that the Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen attends every year and as the former Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen, it was really special to attend it this year wearing the All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen crown and sash! Michigan has a very strong competitive and supportive quarter horse association with members and sponsors who supported me in my quest to become Congress Queen. At the convention I had a few moments to speak to the association during the banquet and thank them for helping me make this dream come true. I also helped present year-end and special achievement awards. It was very rewarding to be able to give back to an association who has given me so much. It also is a great honor to be the 9th Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen to earn the Congress Queen crown. In mid-February, I traveled to Jackson, Mississippi for The Dixie National Quarter Horse Show. The Dixie National is the largest show in the south, the third largest show in the United States, and arguably the most fun show in the country. It is an incredible show with much to offer. It was fun, the people were kind, and the food was tasty. The awards were great, competition at the show was deep, and overall this show is the definition of southern hospitality! I had a truly amazing experience attending the Dixie National. I was there February 12th-16th, and those days went by faster than anyone could ever believe. I had so much fun with all of the show management and the competitors. I helped present awards throughout my time at the show in AQHA classes, freestyle reining, and in the walk-jog and leadline events. I also helped orchestrate a stick horse competition for the youngest generation of future riders, and I spent a lot of very special time getting to know some amazing youth that are involved with the 4-H/Mississippi Quarter Horse Association Shadow Program. The Mississippi Quarter Horse Association helps develop the future generation of our industry through this program that allows 4-H participants from across the state to shadow every aspect of show management duties. It is a phenomenal program that I would love to see grow on the national level across other state associations. The Dixie National Quarter Horse Show has a very large vendor area. It is similar to the shopping that is offered at the All American Quarter Horse Congress, but on a smaller scale. It is however, one of the largest equine trade shows in the southern United States. Naturally, it attracts a lot of people and a lot of vendors. It was so great to spend time in the trade show meeting with a variety of vendors including Congress Queen sponsors Harris Leather & Silverworks, Kendall’s Hats, LaGrange Leather, Show Diva Designs, and more! The trade show vendors participated in “midnight madness” on February 14th with discounted items and great sales! My trip to the Dixie National was filled with wonderful memories I’ll cherish forever. I would like to express sincere thanks to everyone at The Dixie National Quarter Horse show for your kindness and southern hospitality. Additionally, thank you to Tommy Andrus, Amy Russell, Nikki Jefoat, and Casey McBeath for making me feel like a part of The Dixie National Quarter Horse Show family. In early March, I spent a weekend in East Lansing at the Michigan State University Pavilion for the Michigan Horse Council Stallion Expo. My time there was primarily spent helping with the Michigan Horse Council’s youth and development program. The program is designed to introduce children to horses, educate and spark their interest for horses. Several schools from across Michigan came to the event on class field trips. I had the oppor-
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tunity to meet with them, give them tours of the expo which included visiting a variety of different educational booths, riding demonstrations, and a youth area that allowed the children to learn about many different aspects of what’s involved with riding and caring for horses. The youth area included Michigan authors, an educational booth teaching the basic equine conformation and anatomy, and a very popular petting zoo brought in by Northfork Farm. The Michigan Roper’s Association also participated in the educational day by giving youth a basic roping lesson and allowing them an opportunity to try to catch a dummy steer head. The Michigan Roper’s Association even got me involved with a fun roping lesson! My time at the expo also included meeting with equine enthusiasts from across the equine industry. As an ambassador for the American Quarter Horse and the largest single breed horse show in the world, I was able to reach out to many people interested in the industry. I also participated in a television interview that was featured on the Michigan Farm and Garden channel. I would like to express thanks to the Michigan Horse Council for inviting me to participate in this event and Miss Michigan State Rodeo Queen Kathryn Kendall for the exceptional hospitality. On March 20, 2014, I had a fun filled evening with a great group of youth in mid-Michigan! I met Thumb Area Ranch Horse Youth group leader Stephanie Gilliland in 2012 at the Michigan Horse Council Stallion Expo when I was the Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen. Very soon after I was crowned the 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen, Stephanie invited me to speak to her youth about setting goals, self-motivation, overcoming hurdles, and achieving dreams. Let me just say, I had a blast with these young ladies! I was able to provide them with a little advice and inspirational words and they were able to provide me with a roping lesson! For those who don’t know, I love the all-around events and think it would be fun to do a little roping! In mid-April, I traveled south to the Equine Affaire. It was an honor to be a featured presenter on April 12 at the 2014 Equine Affaire held at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio. My presentation was about what it takes to become a 4H, Rodeo, County, State Fair, Congress or breed association Queen. I really enjoyed meeting with so many aspiring Queens and current young rodeo queens and princesses. Although each Queen pageant or competition is unique to itself, they all have similarities. Interview techniques, public speaking, personal appearance, and the importance of self-identity are essential for young women preparing for pageants and more importantly later on when they’re preparing for a professional life. Thank you to everyone who came to my presentation, I wish each of you the best of luck with your aspirations. Additionally, thank you to Equine Affaire Program Director Coagi Long, and all of the Equine Affaire staff for a warm welcome and great hospitality. In June, I traveled across the mitten to the Tom Powers Triple Challenge Futurity. Being a part of one of the largest and longest quarter horse futurities in the world is an honor in itself. Having that futurity take place in your home state makes the experience even more special. Presenting awards at the Tom Powers Futurity is something I have looked forward to since I was crowned Congress Queen. When I saw Tom Powers shortly after I was crowned, I told him how much I was looking forward to his futurity. I have shown at the Tom Powers Futurity before. There is always great competition from all over the country and there is always a lot of fun to be had. It rains almost every year and this year was no exception. However, the Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds always seems to recover
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from rain quicker than any outdoor show grounds I’ve ever been to and again this year did not disappoint. It rained early in the week and by the time I arrived later in the week, there was not a trace of wetness! During my time there, I met with many young girls, presented awards to riders and their talented young horses, and helped raise money for women in the equine industry who are battling cancer. The Tom Powers Maiden Two-Year Old Sale Stakes Western Pleasure class is an event unique to horses sold in the Triple Challenge Stakes Sale as yearlings. The class has a $55,000 purse. At the conclusion of the class, we raised money for women in the horse industry who are fighting cancer by auctioning off a show jacket. Renee Holstege of Totally Outfitted made the jacket with the intent of donating it to Lope For Hope. Lope For Hope uses their Pink Horse, Inc. campaign to benefit cowgirls undergoing cancer treatment by raising awareness and providing financial assistance. I wore the breast cancer awareness jacket one afternoon at the 2013 Congress when I was competing for Congress Queen. The jacket was auctioned off to Randy and Kim Haines, owners of AQHA stallion, Battman. I would like to thank the Haines for their kind heart and contribution. A breast cancer awareness jacket is an item that Totally Outfitted and Lope For Hope are planning to make for auction again next year. My next appearance took place in Ludington, Michigan during our country’s 4th of July holiday. I attended the annual Harbor Classic Quarter Horse Show. The Harbor Classic is hosted by the Michigan Quarter Horse Association and is where the Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen Contest takes place each year. Held in conjunction with the MQHA Queen Contest is the annual MQHA princess contest. The MQHA Princess contest is designed for girls age 4-13. It is something I worked hard to develop during my time as the Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen. Several young girls regularly attend the shows throughout the year. They are always infatuated with the Congress Queen and crown. I developed this event for each of them to have a chance to wear a sash and crown and hopefully inspire them to compete for Congress Queen someday. As the former MQHA Queen and reigning Congress Queen, it was my honor to host the princess contest this year. There was a huge turnout at the contest with 23 young contestants divided among two age divisions. Each contest was required to perform a horsemanship pattern with a stick horse and meet with a panel of four judges for a short interview. The judges asked them questions related to why they want to be the princess as well as questions related to basic equine conformation. Their answers were adorable. I am so glad I was the host and didn’t have to judge any portion of the competition! Each contestant received a candidate sash sewn and embroidered by my aunt Jo Ann. The Princess and Junior Princess each received a crown and respective sash. A couple of weeks later, early August had arrived and I traveled to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma for the 2014 AQHYA World Championship Show. I cheered on 815 youth exhibitors from around the world and presented the famous AQHA World Champion globe to each newly named winner. The experience was a bit nostalgic for me as it took me right back to memories of the last time I had been to the youth world championship as a competitor in 2008. Throughout my entire journey as Congress Queen, from when I was the Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queen preparing for the Congress Queen Competition, to now, the prime of my Congress Queen reign, I have had the opportunity to befriend many youth exhibitors from across the nation and around the globe. It was very
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fun and exciting to cheer all of my young friends and their fellow youth exhibitors on. Anyone in the industry who has been to the youth world championship or knows a youth who has competed there understands how much blood, sweat, and tears, these kids put into preparing for this horse show, the pinnacle of their youth career. Although only 35 exhibitors went home with a gold trophy and neck wreath, each exhibitor took home many new friendships, memories and experiences that ultimately mean more. I presented awards with AQHYA National and Regional Directors and class sponsors. I would like to thank everyone involved with AQHA and AQHYA for the warm welcome and great hospitality. I also would like to thank each of the AQHYA Directors for sharing the awards presentations with me. I had great fun getting to know each of them! Thank you Robin Alden for all of the selfless things she does for the youth kids and the entire youth organization. The current youth directors are setting a great example to the younger youth. With 335 entries age 13 or under at the Youth World Championship this year, I look forward to seeing many of these young exhibitors work their way to the top in the show arena and outside of the show arena in AQHYA leadership positions throughout the remainder of their youth careers. While I was in Oklahoma, I had a unique opportunity to visit the National Reining Horse Association headquarters in Oklahoma City. The NRHA is one of 14 national associations recognized as an alliance with AQHA. The alliance partnership allows registered American Quarter Horses and AQHA members to receive special recognition for their achievements at approved NRHA shows. The NRHA operates out of a facility located on the Oklahoma State Fair Park grounds. Their building holds a great amount of NRHA memorabilia and history. I met with NRHA Youth Advisor Hayley Lewallen, who gave me a tour of the facility and keepsakes on display. One very neat part of their headquarters is the conference room decorated with portraits of NRHA million dollar riders and sires. Hayley commented that the association has much more memorabilia than the amount of space currently available for display. They are hoping to re-locate to a new facility in Oklahoma City with more space available to display all of the trophies, portraits, and other items that illustrate the history of NRHA all the way back to its founding. Throughout my reign as the All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen, I met an uncountable number of amazing people of all ages. I asked many of the youth about their dreams and shared my story with them. My wish for everyone I’ve met along this journey is that they’ll never give up on their greatest dreams. With hard work and perseverance, there is no such thing as an unattainable goal. I began dreaming of becoming Congress Queen when I was nine years old and I chose to make that dream my reality. The journey has been fun, challenging, stressful, and amazing all at the same time. This once in a lifetime accomplishment has truly changed my life. I will forever cherish the opportunities, experiences and friendships made during my reign as the 2013 All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen. Unfortunately, it is a great challenge to sufficiently thank every single individual who helped me earn this honor because, every person I have crossed paths with along this journey has helped me become who I am. I did not win this on my own or for myself, every single person who has supported me, helped me, guided me, and believed in
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me from the very beginning to my 1st runner-up finish in 2012, to the Congress Queen Crown in 2013 has had a part in this win. I truly thank each and every one of you. Thank you foremost to God for giving me this life and opportunity to touch the lives of many others. He is in control and consistently reminds me that His plan is always greater than my own. Thank you to my amazing mother, Mary Unger for being my greatest supporter, for sharing this passion with me, and for always believing in me even when others did not. She has sacrificed so much for me over the years to help me achieve my dreams. It is her time to shine now, look for her in Select Amateur events with our newest horse Impulsed N Moonlight. Thank you to my family: my dad Michael, stepmom Julie, stepdad Dan, and two younger brothers Keegan and Logan. Each one of you has helped me tremendously. I appreciate your support by coming to my shows no matter where they are. Thank you Logan, for driving down to Columbus multiple times just to help transport my Congress Queen awards and gifts home on a Sunday night! Thank you to the Ohio Quarter Horse Association and membership, as well as Congress Directors and exhibitors for this unique leadership opportunity. Thank you to OQHA and Congress Executive Director Dr. Scott Myers, OQHA President Ms. Chris Darnell, Marketing and Communications Coordinators Nicole Barker and Katie Dobrowlski, Congress Queen Chair Kelli Diaz, and Joe and Jaymie Drury. Thank you to all of the Past Congress Queens over the last two decades for inspiring me to achieve this dream. I would like to specially recognize Emily Messing ’12, Courtney Coughlin (Sturgill) ’11, Brittany Barker-Hostetler ’10, Ashley Truesdell (Cook) ’09, Jessica West Elsass ’08, and Corinne Gould ’01 for the priceless guidance, support, and friendship you’ve given me. Additionally, thank you to each of the eight Michigan Quarter Horse Association Queens to wear the Congress Queen Crown before me for providing something unique to me ranging from some guidance, some support, or most of all, a lot of inspiration— Stephanie Cline ’03, Lindsay Ann Roossien ’99, Stephanie Griffin (Scheid) ’95, Suzanne Mustard ’86, Anne Hancock ’84, Katherine Stout ’82, Lori Cramer ’77, Cynthia Raines ’76. It is a great honor to be the 9th Queen from Michigan to earn the Congress Queen Crown. According to records, since the Congress Queen Competition began in 1968, the Michigan Quarter Horse Association has had more Queens than any other association go on to become Congress Queen. It is very special to me to be a part of this amazing group. Thank you to the Michigan Quarter Horse Association and members for providing me with the opportunity to represent your great association not once, but twice at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. Thank you Kathy Christensen and Karen Waite for your continued support and guidance. Thank you to everyone involved with the association for providing me with inspiration, motivation and continued support. Thank you to the Board of Directors, great sponsors, and volunteers for making the MQHA Queen Contest into what it is. I would also like to express thanks to Jacque Moody, Kim Chiodo and those who invested time by volunteering to help me improve my interview skills.
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Thank you Beckey Schooler, Gwen Decker, Blake Britton, and Robert Larson for coaching my horse and me as well as helping me prepare for the Queen’s Horsemanship. I appreciate your ability to see talent and push me to the limit. Thank you Caleb Bailie and family for allowing me to show Invitation To Boot, affectionately known as “Booty”. Good luck to her new owner Alyssa Luckhardt— “Booty” is so much fun to show, she’s fortunate to have her! Thank you Sydney and Kelli Anson for helping me get to the Congress Queen’s Contest by allowing me to show RL Sudden Touch in the MQHA Queen’s Contest in 2012 and 2013. Thank you to everyone at Beckey’s Place for helping me get ready the day of the Queen’s Horsemanship at the Congress, including Candy Edgerton— after two girls of her own, she is a pro horse show mom! Additionally, thank you to the entire Beckey’s Place group for friendship, support, and for making my mom and I part of your horse show family. Thank you to everyone who helped me prepare for the written test by formally and informally quizzing me and flipping through my thousands of notecards. Thank you Alyssa Freeman, Austin Gooding, Brandy Baldwin-Bunting, Kathy Christensen, Linda Williams, Morgan McCarthy Warda, September Croel, Tavis Walters, T.J. Logan and several additional friends across the country who helped me dissect the AQHA Handbook. Additional thanks to Bruce and Cindy Walquist and Whitney Walquist-Vicars, Christa Baldwin, Chris Miller, Colleen Balmer and Dior, Eva Haron, Jo Ann Jablonski, Jolene Beck, Julie Reinke, Kris Woroneicki and MQHA office staff, Louanne Service, Lisa Ondersma, Audra Levitte, Megan Williams-Shaw, Michelle and Kimm McDowell, Monty Montgomery, Pam and Tiffany Hooper, Renee Holstege and Totally Outfitted, Renee Kozlowski and Lope For Hope, Sarah and Melissa Breuker, Tom and Dominique Powers, Warren and Laurie English and family. Thank you David Sabbagh for believing in me and supporting my greatest passion. Thank you to all of my friends for your kind words and support as well as every person I have met during this journey for truly making this year amazing. I have made friendships and connections that will last far beyond my reign. Last, but certainly not least, thank you to each individual who has touched my life and every person who believes in me. Thank you. Meghan Murphy All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen, 2013
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ince 1968, young women from all over the world have made the trip to Ohio for the chance of a lifetime. Annually, affiliate Quarter Horse associations send contestants to compete at the Congress for the title of All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen. The Congress Queen serves as an ambassador of the show, welcoming spectators and exhibitors alike. In fact, the Congress Queen does so much during the show that she becomes one of the most memorable faces each year.
The Queen’s reign, however, does not end on October 28th. She makes appearances at many national events, including the AQHA Convention, AQHA World Shows and other major horse shows throughout the entire year. Aside from horse shows and AQHA events, the Congress Queen shares her love and knowledge of the American Quarter Horse with students, youth teams, 4-H and FFA groups. Past Queens have also been involved with charity groups, such as Special Olympics and handicapped riding programs.
All queen candidates that compete at Congress must represent a state, regional or provincial Quarter Horse association. Candidates compete by participating in a three-part test. The first portion, worth 40 percent of the contestant’s total score, is a written examination of the AQHA Official Handbook of Rules and Regulations. Next is an oral interview, which is also worth 40 percent. In this section, contestants are judged on their poise, appearance and personality. Finally, the last 20 percent of the competition is based on a Horsemanship pattern, in which contestants are judged by a panel of AQHA-approved judges on their performance. The goal of the Horsemanship class is to demonstrate excellent riding ability and horsemanship skills. The candidate who receives the highest overall score is crowned the All American Quarter Horse Congress Queen. The 2013 Congress Queen Contest begins on Thursday October 17th with dinner and orientation. Oral interviews, the written exam and Horsemanship follow. All candidates also participate in the Queen’s Style Show and Autograph session on October 19th.
The 2013 All American Quarter Horse Queen will be crowned during the National Youth Activity Team Tournament awards ceremony, held Sunday, October 20th at 7 pm.
Congress Queens
1968: Kim Serbin, Minnesota 1969: Kaylene Molloy, Iowa 1970: Cathy Pickerill, Kentucky 1971: Nancy Jane White, Florida 1972: Diane Sapp, Illinois 1973: Vickie Mebane, North Carolina 1974: Sally Seigrist, Indiana 1975: Melinda Penney, Florida 1976: Cynthia Raines, Michigan 1977: Lori Cramer, Michigan 1978: Cynthia Douglass, West Virginia 1979: Judy Canfield, Illinois 1980: Robin Windahl, Wisconsin 1981: Suzanne Leggett Miller, Virginia 1982: Katherine Stout, Michigan
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1983: Kellie Kelin Morris, Eastern Quarter Horse 1984: Anne Hancock, Michigan 1985: Lori Nisbet, Wisconsin 1986: Suzanne Mustard, Michigan 1987: Libby Robinson, New Jersey 1988: Julie Vaughn, Tennessee 1989: Mary Perry, Connecticut 1990: Sharon McLeod, Ontario, Canada 1991: Holly Chrisman, Indiana 1992: Niki Amlin, Ontario, Canada 1993: Julie Madison, Illinois 1994: Heather Thrapp, Oregon 1995: Stephanie Scheid, Michigan 1996: Lisa Mangano, New Jersey 1997: Jenessa Stadder, Ontario, Canada 1998: Becky Kerins, Pennsylvania
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1999: Lindsay Ann Roossien, Michigan 2000: Rebecca Rae, Kentucky 2001: Corinne Gould, Tennessee 2002: Meghann Geyer, Indiana 2003: Stephanie Cline, Michigan 2004: Meghan Doak, Ohio 2005: Ashley Herrmann, Georgia 2006: Rachel Moore, Oregon 2007: Shelly Campbell, Pennsylvania 2008: Jessica West, Ohio 2009: Ashley Cook, Ontario, Canada 2010: Brittany Barker, Indiana 2011: Courtney Sturgill, Virginia 2012: Emily Messing, Massachusetts 2013: Meghan Murphy, Michigan
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a r a S s a e K I would like to extend a huge thank you to the Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association for the opportunity to represent our organization and to Cheri Pebbles for the opportunity to ride her amazing gelding in the Queen’s Horsemanship!
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2014 Queen Contestants
Abigail Houchin
Amber Nead
Virginia Quarter Horse Assoc.
North Carolina Quarter Horse
Ashlynn Balmer
Brittany Lyn Doster
Michigan Great Lakes QHA
Haley McKeehan
Southern Ohio Quarter Horse
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Heather Nipper
Indiana Quarter Horse Assoc.
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Amy Putney
Massachusetts Quarter Horse
Carly Kidner
Ohio Quarter Horse Assoc.
Katherine Provaznik
West Virginia Quarter Horse
2014 Queen Contestants
Kelsey Dorka
Northern Ohio Quarter Horse
Minae Zomer
Michigan Quarter Horse Assoc
Mackenzie Brooke Harrold
Western Pennsylvania Quarter
Nicole Kerstetter
New York State Quarter
Mallory McKewen
Ontario Quarter Horse Assoc.
Sara Keas
Pennsylvania Quarter Horse
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Class Descriptions
ith so many different classes held at the All American Quarter Horse Congress every year, it can be difficult to distinguish what, exactly, is going on in each of them. Whether you have never been to a horse show before or you go every weekend, these quick descriptions will help you understand each class that you are unfamiliar with.
Barrel Racing
One of the best tests of the speed and maneuverability of the Quarter Horse, Barrel Racing couples a race against time with agility around obstacles. Timing is done electronically, with the entry completing the course in the fastest time taking home the top prize. Exhibitors race around three barrels set in a cloverleaf pattern. They may choose to start with either the left or the right front barrel to begin the course. The horse and rider then make a complete circle around each barrel. Time stops when the horse’s nose crosses the finish line. Contestants are allowed to touch the barrels, but if they knock any down, a five-second penalty per barrel dropped is added to the final time. Failure to follow the course results in disqualification.
Pole Bending
Like Barrel Racing, Pole Bending is a timed event that tests speed and agility. Instead of barrels, six upright poles placed in a straight line are used.
The horse and rider may start the pattern from the left or right side of the poles. The pair race down to the far pole, turn around it and weave in and out of the poles until they reach the front pole. The exhibitor then weaves back up to the far pole, turns around it and runs to finish line as fast as they can. Also like in Barrel Racing, contestants are allowed to touch the poles, but if they knock one down, a five-second penalty per pole is added to the final time. Failure to follow the course results in disqualification.
Calf Roping
Roping events demonstrate the Quarter Horse’s usefulness for ranch work and rodeo. This effort between horse and rider has become so competitive that only tenths and hundredths of a second separate the winners.
The event begins with the horse and rider entering a box, where they must wait calmly for the calf to be let out of a chute. The exhibitor stays behind a barrier to give the calf a head start. If they break the barrier too early, the contestant is penalized. Once the calf is released from the chute, the horse must run to calf, rate its speed and position the rider to throw a loop to catch the calf. Once caught, the horse stops suddenly and stands still while the rider dismounts and ties the calf’s legs together.
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Exhibitors are scored out of 100 total possible points, with 70 points being average. Judge’s look at how calm the horse is in the box, how well the horse rates the calf’s speed and position, how still the horse stands after the rider dismounts and how tight the horse keeps the rope while the rider is tying the calf’s legs.
Breakaway Roping
Breakaway Roping is a timed event that is similar to Calf Roping. Horses start behind a barrier and receive a 10-second time penalty if they break the barrier too early. Time begins when the calf trips a flag at the barrier. Horse and rider must race to catch up to the calf, at which point the rider must throw a loop completely over the calf’s head. The rope may tighten around any portion of the calf’s body. Time ends when the calf breaks the rope from the saddle horn. The way the rope is fastened to the saddle is what makes Breakaway Roping different from Calf Roping. In Breakaway Roping, a heavy string is used to tie the rope to the saddle horn and when the rider catches a calf, the rope break loose from the saddle. In Calf Roping, the rope itself is tied to the saddle horn.
Cutting
Cutting demonstrates the Quarter Horse’s ability to instinctively respond to the movements of a cow and cut, or separate, it from the herd. Exhibitors and their horse have two and half minutes to move quietly into a herd of cattle, cut one cow from the herd, drive it to the center of the arena and hold it away from the herd.
The cutting horse must possess “cow sense,” which is the inherent ability to out-think and out-maneuver a cow. While it is the job of the cutting horse to keep the cow from returning to the herd, there are four other horses and riders that are also in the ring. Two riders are called “turnback men,” keep the cow from going past the working area, while the other two riders, known as “herd holders,” keep the cow from going past the end of the arena. Contestants are given a score between 60 and 80 points, with 70 being average. Judges consider how well the horse keeps the cow from returning to the herd, cow sense, attentiveness and courage.
Dally Team Roping
Cowboys on the range often worked in pairs to catch cattle that were too big to be handled with one rope. Dally Team Roping is an event where two contestants work together to rope a steer. One rider must catch the horns (heading) and the other must catch both hind legs (heeling).
Only one member of the team is judged at a time and separate events are held to judge headers and heelers. The competition starts with horses and riders situated on both sides of chute that releases the steer. Once released, the header must catch the steer by the horns or the neck and dally (tie the rope to the saddle horn). Once caught, the heading horse must set and turn the steer at a 90-degree angle and pull the steer across the pen, allowing the heeler to catch one or two hind legs. The heeler then must also dally and stretch the steer, which is the signal to end the run.
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Contestants are awarded up to 100 points, with judges evaluating how calmly the horse stands in the box, the ability of the horse to rate the steer’s speed and position the rider for a good throw, as well as putting the steer in a good position for the other contestant to catch the steer.
Reining
Often compared to figure skating, Reining requires contestants to work one of eleven AQHA-approved patterns that feature spins, roll-backs, lead changes and sliding stops. Not only must contestants stay on pattern, but they are judged on nearly every movement made. Judges rate the horse’s performance between zero and 100 points, with 70 being average. Points are deducted if a horse appears resistant, anticipates a signal, stumbles or falls. In order to win, riders and their horse must rein and handle easily, effortlessly and with reasonable speed throughout the pattern. Horses should stay balanced and under control at all times while performing the movements specified by the pattern. Any contestant that does not follow the pattern exactly is automatically disqualified.
Western Riding
Western Riding is an event that simulates a day’s ranch work by asking contestants to perform a prescribed pattern involving several obstacles. The pattern begins with the contestant jogging over the log and then continuing on at the lope. Horse and rider weave in and out of cones, changing leads in between each cone and finally back over the log. On completion, the contestant stops and backs in a straight line. The ideal mount is sensible, well-mannered and has three comfortable riding gaits, the walk, jog and lope. Judges also evaluate the horse’s change of leads, response to the rider, manners, disposition and intelligence.
Trail
While on the trail, one might encounter any number of obstacles. Trail evaluates a horse’s ability to work through obstacles without becoming afraid or anxious. In this class, contestants follow a pattern through a series of obstacles which include opening, passing through and closing a gate, jogging or loping over logs and backing through L-, U- or V-shaped configurations. Other obstacles may vary, but come from an approved list: crossing a water hazard (ditch or shallow pond), carrying a common object from one point to another, riding over a wooden bridge, putting on and removing a rain coat, removing and replacing materials from a mailbox, turning 360 degrees in a tight area and side passing. Each horse works individually, with credit given to horses who navigate the obstacles with style and some degree of speed, as long as safety is not sacrificed. Horses that capably pick their way through the course when the obstacles warrant and willingly respond to the rider’s cues receive additional points.
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Class Descriptuons Con’t. Western Pleasure
In Western Pleasure the Quarter Horse’s easy-going disposition, smooth way of going and response to changing gaits is put to the test. All contestants work at the same time and they travel along the rail going both to the left and right at the walk, jog and lope. Judges are looking for a horse with a reasonable length of stride who gives a pleasant and smooth ride. Horses should be ridden with one hand (unless in a bosal or snaffle bit) with slack reins, but not excessively so. Contestants are penalized for excessive speed or slowness and being on the wrong lead.
Western Horsemanship
While most classes are judged on the horse’s performance, Western Horsemanship is judged on the rider. The class is divided into two sections: pattern and rail work. The pattern, designed to test the rider’s horsemanship skills, can include walking, jogging, extended jogging, loping and galloping in a straight line, curve, circle or any combination thereof, including a figure eight. Contestants can also be asked to back, pivot, dismount and mount or ride without stirrups. Finalists from the first portion are then asked to return to the arena and show their horses as a group at the walk, jog and lope around the perimeter of the arena, or “on the rail.” When viewing the class, watch the rider’s use of his or her hands. Both hands and arms should be held in a relaxed manner and are allowed to move somewhat with the horse. However, excessive pumping of the arms is penalized. Also note the rider’s position in the saddle. Riders should sit squarely in the saddle with good posture and their legs should hang straight and slightly forward. Throughout the ride, the body should appear comfortable, relaxed and flexible.
Hunt Seat Equitation
Similar to Western Horsemanship, Hunt Seat Equitation tests the rider’s ability to control and maneuver the horse in English tack. Just like in Horsemanship, Equitation has two sections, pattern and rail work. These patterns can be any combination of 21 approved maneuvers, including trotting in a figure eight, cantering a straight line or circle, changing diagonals or leads or backing up. After all individuals complete the pattern, finalists are called back to the arena to show on the rail at a walk, trot and canter.
The Equitation rider should appear comfortable and flexible, commanding the horse to perform with unseen cues. The rider should have excellent posture, with quiet hands and arms.
Hunter Under Saddle
The Hunter Under Saddle class was originally developed to determine which horse was most suitable for covering ground when following hounds across the field. Horses are shown both directions of the arena at the walk, trot and canter.
The walk should be ground covering and cadenced. The trot should be long, low and rhythmic. The canter should also cover a reasonable amount of ground and be very smooth and effortless. Overall, smoothness of stride is more essential than speed and horses should remain in control at all times. The Hunter Under Saddle mount should be a pleasure to ride, whether on the bridle path or in the show ring.
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Class Descriptions
Hunter Hack is the transitional class between Hunter Under Saddle and Working Hunter. This event requires the horse and rider to move freely and easily over both small fences and on the flat.
In this class, Horses jump two fences, ranging in height from two feet to two feet nine inches, set up in a straight line or diagonally across the arena. After completing the jumps individually, finalists are brought back to the arena to show along the rail at a walk, trot and canter. Horses are judged on their manners and way of going both over fences and on the flat.
Working Hunter
Emphasis is placed on the gracefulness and consistency of the horse in Working Hunter. Horses complete a course of at least eight jumps, with obstacles made to simulate fences, brush and walls that might be found in a hunting field.
Jumping
Judging is based on the horse’s performance and manners, with preference given to horses that do not jump too close or too far away from the jumps, meet the fences squarely in the center and cover the entire course with a free-flowing, uninterrupted stride. The Working Hunter is allowed to brush or lightly touch the fences; however this is considered undesirable and will be reflected in the judge’s placing. Contestants that do not jump the fences in the correct order or who fall off are disqualified.
Jumping is a timed event that showcases the Quarter Horse’s athletic ability over fences. Horses are required to jump a minimum of eight jumps in a specific order and the minimum height of the fences is 42 inches. Jumping classes have two rounds, preliminaries and the jump-off. In the first round, the goal of the horse and rider is to have a “clear” round, meaning they jump all the fences in the correct order with no faults. Faults occur when a horses refuses a jump or knocks down a rail. All horses who have clear rounds move on to the jump-off, with the contestant who completes the course the fastest taking home first place. Any contestants who fail to complete the course or fall are automatically disqualified.
Halter
Halter classes are essential to the Quarter Horse breed as they evaluate conformation, soundness and overall quality. Classes are divided by age and sex, and horses compete by parading around in front of the judges. Horses are cleaned to perfection and led by handlers (rather than being ridden).
Halter horses are judged in comparison to the industry standard for conformation, including the way a horse travels. To win a Halter class, the horse must exhibit overall balance and style with straight legs, free of defects and well-formed muscling throughout his body. All components of the horse must look as if they belong to that horse.
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Showmanship
Showmanship is judged on the contestant’s ability to fit and show a horse in a halter class. Horses should be well groomed and conditioned and handlers should be neatly attired and confident. Contestants are expected to perform a pattern with promptness, smoothness and precision. The pattern consists of a combination of walking and trotting in straight lines, curves or circles, as well as stopping, backing and pivoting. Those showing should be courteous, sportsmanlike and respond quickly to the judge’s requests. The judge should have a clear, unobstructed view of the horse at all times.
Pleasure Driving
Horses compete in Pleasure Driving by pulling a two-wheeled, single-horse cart. All carts must be basket type with 48-inch wheels. Each horse is shown at a walk, park gait (normal trot) and road gait (a faster, extended trot) both directions of the arena. Contestants are also required to demonstrate the horse’s ability to back willingly and stand quietly. In this class, judges look for the horse that gives the most pleasurable drive, evaluating manners, consistency and smoothness. Also, the conformation of the horse is taken into consideration. Excessive animation and speed are penalized.
Determining Finalists and Final Placings in Congress Classes
Congress show officials are often asked to explain the procedure for scoring finals placings at the Congress. As a single AQHA-approved show, one set of placings for each class is recorded and submitted to AQHA and other approved associations. The Congress uses multiple judges’ cards to reach finals placings in each event. Please see the three-judge and four-judge procedure sections for more detailed information.
Three-Judge Procedure
When three judges officiate a Congress class, all three judges’ cards are used to determine the final placing. Each back number used on a judge’s card receives points, 10 for first place down to one point for 10th place. Ties are broken using the tie-breaker judge designated on the show results.
Four-Judge Procedure
When four judges officiate a Congress class, each contestant’s lowest placing is dropped and the remaining three judge’s cards are used to determine final placings. Each back number used on a judge’s card receives either 10 points for first, down to one point for 10th (if 10 places are marked) or 15 points for first, down to one point for 15th (if 15 places are marked). Ties are broken using the tie-breaker judge designated on the show results.
Scoring of Splits and Semi-Finals
When judging splits or semi-finals of large classes at the Congress, judges are instructed to provide a specific quantity of contestants that they feel should return to the finals or next semi-finals. To return for a final or semi-final, an exhibitor must be marked on the majority of the judges’ cards. In a three-judge class, the exhibi-
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