2019 August/September RCHN

Doug Williamson and ARC Sparkin Chics capture the Open Bridle Spectacular in style.

2019 NRCHA DERBY /// REMEMBERING TOMMY SONDGROTH

HOW TO HOST

SUCCESSFUL SHOW ///

CONteNts//////

AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2019

VOL ume 24, N umber 4

million dollar cow horse rider boyd rice led the Open two rein spectacular herd work with the high score aboard Quahadi, who also showed in the Open bridle spectacular. rice, who has more than $5 million in overall lifetime earnings in cutting, versatility and cow horse, neared the $6 million mark with his rides in paso robles, California.

42 Powering Through

Illness threatened to dim the fire in Clayton Edsall’s ride, but he and Bet He Sparks made a gallant effort to win the 2019 NRCHA Open Derby.

54 Special Kinda Spark

Hope Miller and Sparking Metallic led the Non Pro Derby from the first round through to the last, taking home the title.

60 Williamson’s Wicked Win

Doug Williamson and ARC Sparkin Chic’s 231 down the fence clinched the win in the CD Survivor Memorial Open Bridle Spectacular.

68 Twice the Spectacle

Jay McLaughlin and Shiney Outlaw claim the Open Two Rein Spectacular with a 662.5.

72 Winner’s Circle

NRCHA Derby Horse Show Champions

On the cover:

FeAtures

88 Show Ready in 6 Steps

Advice from three veteran show managers can help reined cow horse sanctioned events put on topnotch shows that draw entries.

98 Jump In, the Water’s Warm Weekend shows are the perfect jumping-off point for newcomers, riders of all levels, and for tuning up green or seasoned horses. With insider tips, riders can find a circuit that suits their needs and develop long lasting friendships

IN eVerY Issue

4 From the NRCHA Executive Director 8 NRCHA President’s Letter

Dennis Moreland’s Tack Tips

From the Judge’s Chair

Judge’s List

Top Rider List

Affiliate List

Suspended List

NRCHA Committee Directory

NRCHA Approved Events

Ima Jo’s Doll Inducted

Remembering Tommy Sondgroth

Jordan Williams

The 2019 NRCHA Derby Open Bridle Spectacular Champion ARC Sparkin Chics, ridden by Doug Williamson (page 72)

KIDS TODAY

Most of us grew up in simpler times. There was no social media to document our every move or video games to mesmerize us all day or tablets to distract us from meaningful conversations with one another. Our childhood was filled with playing outside, face-to-face communication, respect, responsibility and true friendship.

Watching the dark stories come across the screen of the evening news makes me appreciate my childhood. It also makes me proud of the parents and youth in this association. In today’s society, the morals and values we were raised on seem to be fading. It’s easy nowadays for parents to let television, video games and computers become the child’s sitter and moral compass.

But this could not be further from truth inside the cow horse industry.

I believe one of the best things a parent can do is get their child a pet. Animals teach us responsibility, accountability and the value of a life. When you add competition into the mix, life lessons escalate to a whole new level. Whether it’s 4-H, FFA, our association or one of our alliance partners, the kids competing in these organizations learn to become gracious, humble and supportive competitors. Our youth are learning important lessons that could never be taught in a classroom.

For as harsh as this may sound, one of the many reasons I like our sport is that not everyone gets a trophy. Cow horse is challenging and humbling. It takes hard work and dedication. Those that persevere rise to the top and their efforts are rewarded.

The lessons our youth learn inside the equine industry are priceless and will serve them well when they venture out into the adult world. I am proud to see so many respectful, hardworking, active and supportive youth at our events. I know our youth will become productive members of society in the future.

My hat’s off to all our parents who work hard so their child can be part of this community. I also applaud our members for being upstanding role models and setting good examples for our kids. As they say, “it takes a village to raise a child,” and I believe the NRCHA is the best village.

All the best, Jay Winborn

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THE POWER OF POSITIVE THINKING

While fall is often a time of excitement for those of us in the Western performance horse world, it can also be a time of stress. Futurity season is here and, as always, it is accompanied by a roller coaster of emotions for everyone involved. Whether it’s your client’s dream and investment or your own, we all feel this weight on our shoulders. It

can be easy to cave to the pressures, but I would like to remind you that you can rise above.

Your mind can be your greatest strength or your greatest weakness. It’s up to you to decide. Block the negative thoughts and anxious feelings. Stay focused and envision all that will go right.

Whether you’re competing in the historic Will Rogers Coliseum or at your local show facility, now is the time you’re supposed to take a deep breath and enjoy. Demonstrate your horse’s ability to the judge. Be proud of your owner’s commitment to your program. Embrace the horsemanship skills you have acquired during this process. Whether you are a newcomer to the sport or a seasoned veteran, I encourage everyone to embrace the process of creating a reined cow horse. This is a challenging sport, and at any moment

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it can be anyone’s day. Don’t forget this is only the horse’s first show of their career – it is not their last.

We are about to enter into a stressful time of year, but together we will get through it and learn along the way. Having one person believe in you can make all the difference in the world. My friends, I am here to remind you that you have an entire army of people who believe in you – your family, friends, owners, breeders, mentors and me.

I wish everyone the best of luck throughout this futurity season! Stay positive and enjoy the journey.

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I think we should award the turnback help and we should recognize them. There are guys out there, like [Chris] Dawson, Matt Koch, Jim Spence—those guys they stay out there even though they are showing the next day. I was the last horse in the Non Pro Limited at 7:30 at night and those guys are all still there to help. In NRCHA, help is always there. Riders are always helping. That’s not very

common, in anything. I think that is the most unselfish [act]. I wish that I could help them. Those guys could be out working their horses or sleeping then working at night after the pen is open. They are the unsung heroes. You couldn’t show without them.”

— Orlando Gonzalez, of Santo Antonio de Posse, Sao Paulo, Brazil. Read more about this non pro rider on page 28.

NOW OFFERING, NON PRO LIMITED ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

By Allison Walker

The National Reined Cow Horse Association Merit Award Program was created to recognize elite equine athletes that steadily succeed throughout their reined cow horse show career. Merit awards are determined by the horse’s NRCHA lifetime earnings – whether win checks are earned at regional or national level shows. The current Merit Award levels are: Certificate of Ability, Superior Cow Horse Award and Supreme Reined Cow Horse. Earnings won in the Limited or “boxing” classes are only applicable for the Certificate of Ability (CoA) level.

The NRCHA Board appreciates and recognizes the value limited horses and riders contribute to the association, and in return, have added a new award to the longstanding program.

Starting in 2019, Non Pro Limited and Youth Limited riders can apply for the Non Pro Limited Achievement Award, a new level of recognition specifically designed for horses that excel in the Limited or “boxing” classes.

• The horse must have earned a minimum of $15,000

• The horse must have earned a minimum of $1,000 in Limited Aged Events, such as Derbies or Futurities. This money can be earned in either fence or boxing classes.

• A minimum of $10,000 must be earned in Horse Show Category 1 Limited or “boxing” classes, including monies earned in the Select and 13 and Under divisions.

• Monies earned in Category 2 classes will not count towards the award

Non Pro Limited Achievement Award recipients will receive a 16” x 20” custom wood plaque that includes a picture of their choice, the achievement certificate and NRCHA logo. All Merit Awards are presented at the NRCHA Year-End Banquet, held during the Celebration of Champions show in February.

To apply for the Merit Award Program, complete the application and submit a one-time application fee of $50.00 to the NRCHA Office by November 15 of the award year. All applicants are eligible for all levels of the Merit Award Program upon completion of each requirement. The NRCHA office calculates the applied horse’s show records and automatically processes the awards when each level is achieved.

For many reined cow horse owners and riders, achieving Merit status is an honor to be treasured. Receiving an NRCHA Merit Award is a true testament of a horse’s consistent performance through all phases of traditional Vaquero training.

For more information about the NRCHA Merit Award Program go http://nrcha.com/nrcha-meritawards-program/.

Non Pro Limited rider Cheryl Chown and her horse, Short And Royal, will earn a 2019 Non Pro Limited Achievement Award.

IMA JO’S DOLL INDUCTED INTO ApHC HALL OF FAME

In 1989, an Appaloosa mare dominated the Quarter Horse–heavy National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity. Called “Spot” at home, Ima Jo’s Doll was inducted into the Appaloosa Horse Club Hall of Fame on June 24, 2019.

Piloted by NRCHA Hall of Fame rider Carl Gould, the spotted sorrel was the first Appaloosa to capture the coveted title for owners Sylvia Hale of Buellton, California, and Mary Walker of Lompoc, California.

By Ima Doc Olena and out of Quannah’s Leo Girl (by appaloosa stallion Quannah’s Kickapoo), the women paired to buy the mare, bred in Texas, specifically because she was cutting-

bred and an Appaloosa. At the end of her 2-year-old year, Ima Jo’s Doll moved from Texas to California and Gould’s work began.

At the Snaffle Bit Futurity, the snowflake-spotted mare scored a 148 in the herd work, 145 in the reining, and in the cow work, a 147.5 to tie for fourth in the preliminaries. In the cow work finals, an impressive 149.5 put the team on top, holding on to win the title.

In the November 1989 California Horse Review, writer Jenny Meyer quotes Gould as saying: “I knew I had a champion, and her breed made no difference to me.” But her breeding did showcase that stock horses of a different color could excel on a national stage.

Ima Jo’s Doll is best described in Meyer’s words from her article: “Beneath that spotted hide beats the heart of a genuine born-and-bred cow horse.” NRCHA congratulates “Spot,” on this induction.

With an electric fence run, Ima Jo’s Doll and Carl gould won the 1989 NrCHA snaffle bit Futurity.

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LOVE YOU, TOO, TOMMY

Tommy Sondgroth passed away in May 2019. The San Juan Bautista, California, horseman was inducted into the National Reined Cow Horse Association’s Hall of Fame in 2010, after a long and celebrated career in the industry. His introduction to reined cow horse began when Sondgroth met NRCHA Hall of Fame member Tony Amaral at a branding. Since the first horse show he entered at the age of 13, Sondgroth focused on maintaining the traditional values of a reined cow horseman.

remembered his friend as an old school stockman.

Though also a card-carrying member of the Rodeo Cowboy’s Association, and an avid team roper all his life, it was in reined cow horse where Sondgroth shined, first making the Open finals at the Cow Palace at age 18. His lifetime NRCHA earnings were $4,368.53, including wins aboard Silver Creek Doc (Docs Stormy Leo x Java Jay x Solaz Sin Tacos) at the Bloomfield Ranch Cutting in 1984, and showing at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity as well as the Reno Championship Snaffle Bit Futurity in 1993 aboard Miss Smoking Master (Master Remedy x Miss Smoking Leo x Mr Gun Smoke).

Today, Sondgroth’s life is celebrated not only for his contributions to the horse industry but also for his gregarious nature. Longtime friend Les Vogt

“There were two subjects he liked the most—reined cow horsemanship and roping. Tommy had friends all over the United States, and I received many calls and messages expressing sorrow over losing Tommy,” Vogt said. “He was a very likeable guy, a good speaker and always made me feel better after talking to him, a huge quality I think. He wasn’t in the horse business for the money but the lifestyle and tradition.”

As he tells it, Skip Brown taught Sondgroth to not say goodbye but to say, “love you” after visiting with friends. It is a sentiment now shared by many in the industry. While Tommy’s last words to his father and Greg Ward were “love you,” we hope that those were also the last words he heard before he passed. Godspeed to you, cowboy.

tommy sondgroth was a true, traditional reined cow horseman.

MEET JORDAN WILLIAMS

meet a young NrCHA professional who has made the transition from ranch work to apprentice trainer to being at the helm of his own training program.

By Bonnie Wheatley

Part of the mystique of the National Reined Cow Horse Association is that premier events showcase the ascension of young talent, both equine and human, and nowhere does it shine more bright than at the Snaffle Bit Futurity®. When Jordan Williams rode Angel In Blue Jeanz (Metallic Cat x Heavens Little Angel x Smart Little Lena) to the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Limited Open crown for owners Wes and Sarah Williams’ Dove Creek Ranch, the win put Williams’ program on the proverbial map.

“Winning the Limited and placing second in the Intermediate Open Finals in 2018 is my most memorable win to date,” said Williams, who selected the mare to purchase from breeder Kathleen Moore as a yearling. “I had never made the Finals before and not only did she get me there, but she won the Limited Open and ended up reserve in the Intermediate Open. I was very blessed to have had the opportunity to show and train her. I loved that horse.”

The win might have been Williams’ most meaningful to date, but it’s not likely to be the ambitious young horseman’s last.

“I would love to be a Top 20 rider at some point in my career,” Williams said. “Winning the futurity would obviously be the ultimate, but being listed

among the guys I have so much respect for would be an honor.”

Ranching and riding good horses are two character traits that run deep in the native Texan’s blood.

“We have a family ranch there [in Weatherford] that’s been in our family for several generations,” Williams said. “My father, Perry Williams, trained for [National Cutting Horse Association] trainer Terry Riddle when I was a child in Wynnewood, Oklahoma.”

Williams’ mother, Ann Catherine, is a nurse and when Williams was a kid she often worked nights leaving him and his dad to tend to ranching duties during the day. Following moves that led them to Arkansas as well as different areas of Texas, Williams’ family settled in Weatherford where ranch work occupied his teenage years.

“When I was probably 13, my uncle, Thomas Saunders, took me under his wing and started working me on summer breaks at his headquarters and from then on I spent every summer out there,” Williams said. “That’s where it all began for me.”

As Williams ventured from ranch work to life as an aspiring trainer, he credits Bozo Rogers for getting him started in a role as assistant trainer at Dove Creek Ranch, where he worked under Rogers’ direction for three years.

“He gave me my foundation and blessed me with a lot of knowledge,” Williams said.

Williams remains at Dove Creek Ranch, located in Rhome, Texas, where he now works as the head trainer.

“I train horses for them along with horses from outside customers,” Williams said. “I went to work for them when I graduated from Texas Tech in 2013 and have been here ever since, so I’ve been training horses for six years now.”

The Texas Tech Ranch Horse Team gave Williams his first exposure to cow horses. Upon graduation from school there Williams’ education in the cow horse arena began in greater earnest.

“I showed my first cow horse in 2013,” he said. “It was an event that had always intrigued me and I admired the guys who were successful in it along

raised on the ranch, Jordan Williams applies his cattle-handling know-how to his arena work in NrCHA .

with how broke their horses were. I thought at the time it was the future and felt I had been offered an amazing opportunity and I had better not pass it up.”

Williams’ first official NRCHA earnings were recorded in 2013 where he won monies in local, sanctioned shows in both Limited Age Event divisions and weekend horse show classes. He first made his mark at the NRCHA premier event level in 2014 with limited age event earnings aboard Lil Chick SJ (Smart Little Jerry x Chicks Little Mate x Smart Mate) at the Aaron Ranch Cow Horse Classic Derby where he made the finals in the Intermediate and Limited Open. With earnings of $89,286 and counting, Williams’ career is building steam from one year to the next.

year olds, then after lunch we knock out what’s left.”

As his career continues to evolve, Williams says he would like to expand his skills in the cutting arena in order to help broaden his horsemanship, but added that his main focus will remain the cow horse.

As most anyone with experience in the reined cow horse discipline can relate to, Williams is challenged as a horseman each day by training for the mastery of three events.

“This is such a hard event to grasp,” Williams said. “These horses have to do three events and look good doing all three of them. Patience has never been my thing, but I’ve had to develop it over the past few years because success in this event doesn’t come overnight, I’ve tried it!”

Not only has he capitalized on the opportunities that have come his way, he has several trusted mentors and also counts accomplished NRCHA non pro Parke Greeson among his closest friends.

“Parke and I have been showing together since college and not much has changed,” Williams said. “We don’t get to ride together as much as we used to but we try to get together every chance we can. He introduced me to Boyd Rice who I owe a lot of my success to.”

Williams said he makes every effort to work horses with Rice whenever possible.

“He’s a guy that I can watch work horses for hours and never get tired of it. He’s an amazing horseman and a great friend,” Williams said. “Kory Pounds is another guy I like to go ride with. He’s helped me a bunch on

getting out of the herd and making clean cuts, I can’t express how grateful I am that he has been a friend as well.”

These days the pace of his busy training operation requires the help of a team of people for whom Williams also expressed much appreciation.

“Without Blake Thompson and Katie Miller my program wouldn’t amount to much,” Williams said. “They do the dirty work and I can’t express how grateful I am to have them by my side every day. Blake and I feed every morning together and Katie cleans stalls. After feeding Blake and I start in on our horses. We generally try to get the show horses done before lunch along with some 2

Following his wins at the 2018 snaffle bit Futurity, Jordan Williams spoke to NrCHA Communications manager Allison Walker, as his good friend parke greeson looked on.

Aboard Angel In blue Jeanz (metallic Cat x Heavens Little Angel x smart Little Lena), Williams won the NrCHA snaffle bit Futurity Limited Open Champion and the Intermediate Open reser ve Champion titles in 2018.

In looking for the ideal three-event prospect, Williams says he looks first at pedigree then weighs the mental and physical attributes of the individual.

it simpler for him to cultivate willingness and a healthy work ethic.

“Aside from their pedigree, obviously looks play a big role in picking horses out. You want to ride into the arena on a horse that catches those judges’ eyes,” he explained. “I also prefer a longer bodied horse, I can’t really explain why, they just seem to fit me a little better than others. I like my horses super bendy and that type of conformation seems to want to be that way more naturally. Lastly, I look for a horse with a low set in their hocks. That generally means they will be able to stop with ease.”

When asked to explain his overall training philosophy, Williams says horses that look and feel good make

“I’m not really sure the best way to go about answering this question. I’m probably going to get this all wrong but someone told me once that Corey Cushing says he doesn’t work on one particular event more than three days in a row. Now, I never saw this quote, but I live by it. I try to keep my horses as fresh as I can so they always want to go to work,” Williams explained. “I like my horses to be happy and to look and feel good; it seems the three-day method helps insure that that happens.”

A strong family foundation in ranching and in the horse industry helped Williams find his way into horse training.

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meet Orlando gonzalez, a man with true passion for agriculture and family tradition.

By Allison Walker

The Spanish-influenced sport of reined cow horse was not a far stretch for Cuban native turned Brazilian citizen Orlando Gonzalez. Though today he splits his time between Brazil and the United States, as a young child, Orlando rode vaquero-trained horses in traditional equipment working cattle on his grandparent’s ranch in Cuba. Today, the National Reined Cow Horse Association non professional still enjoys the light feel and the longevity of a well-trained cow horse.

“When you talk about hackamores in the States today, it was all [we did at] my grandfather’s [Cuban] ranch. That’s how they rode horses. This was all coming back from Spain, actually. We grew up with my mother’s stories about being born and raised on the ranch,” said Orlando when asked about his family ties to the sport he actively competes in today. “It’s funny because we didn’t know that at the time. My grandfather would let me ride his horses. They traveled all bridled up and they were so light. I remember that as a kid.”

After ranching in Cuba for five generations, the family’s land was misappro-

priated by Fidel Castro’s dictatorship, and in 1962, at the age of 9, Orlando and his family immigrated to New York City. Although Orlando spent his adolescent years in the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple, his love for ranching never faded.

“I’ve always loved being around horses and cattle, but we didn’t have that from leaving our country and moving to New York. You start playing baseball and other things. As soon as I was able to, my moving down here [to Brazil] was part of being involved in horses. I always wanted to go back

into that family business. I am the only one in my family who went back to it,” Orlando said.

Due to his father’s international work, the Gonzalez family found themselves living in the agricultural-rich country of Brazil. Orlando seized this time to learn more about the agri-business. He soon discovered there was ample opportunity to create the lifestyle for which he longed. After graduating high school in 1970, Orlando left Brazil and moved back to the United States to attend college.

“My family would always say, ‘Knowledge doesn’t occupy space, and the only one that can take that from you is God,’” said the Lehigh University and Dartmouth College graduate, who earned a Master of Business Administration.

In 1976, between his undergraduate and graduate year, with farming still weighing heavy on his mind, Orlando returned to Brazil for summer work and to see if the opportunity to make a living inside the industry he dearly loved was still available. Little did Orlando know this trip would spark a fire in his

Orlando frequently shows One timin Katie, a 2014 mare by NrCHA $2 million Dollar sire One time pepto and out of NrCHA Hall of Fame mare Katie starlight, in Non pro Limited divisions at premier events.

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heart in more ways than one. With only a few days left of his trip, Orlando met his now-wife, Angela, and she reignited his passion for horses.

“She gave me a horse that was born the day we met, and he died here on the ranch [in Brazil] when he was 36,” Orlando recalled. “The day we met the horse was born and before I left for the U.S. 10 days later, she gave me this horse as a present. That’s how I got back to horses. For our 25th wedding anniversary we got married again. Our three kids were there and so was the horse.”

After just two trips and 20 days together, the couple were married in Angela’s home country of Brazil and the place where they would eventually call home.

Some might call Orlando’s professional résumé bizarre although others would call it diverse. No matter how corporate-heavy his résumé became, he always remained tethered to his love and deep family heritage of ranching. Fresh out of college, Orlando landed a job at Pricewaterhouse, then transitioned to Cargill in Chicago, where he traded soybeans. When his job required a move to New York City, he graciously declined and decided to pursue his dream of ranching fulltime. Orlando and his bride moved back to Brazil, where he interned on his father-in-law’s ranch for the next year.

“There was the passion for this region. The weather here is very interesting from an agricultural standpoint. Brazil is a major agricultural producer,” said Orlando. “That was one of the reasons I wanted to come back to Brazil.”

The couple soon ventured out on their own, opening ranches

in the Amazon, starting a seed business and purchasing cattle along the way. By this time, they had started a family and desired that their three young children receive higher, multicultural education. So, they packed up and moved to a more civilized area. With the move came a shift in Orlando’s career.

“I ran companies in the power business and got back into sugar cane. I have done a lot of corporate turnarounds and crisis management,” said Orlando. “But I never sold our ranches. Whatever I did, I was able to say, ‘Okay, I’m headed out and going to get a little dirty.’ I hate wearing suits. We have been very fortunate.”

Not only have horses played a large role in his personal life, but they also have played a key role in his professional life.

right: Orlando working cattle on his grandfather’s ranch in Cuba in 1960.

below: tending cattle in brazil or riding at home in Colorado, Orlando prefers time spent in the saddle over other activities.

bottom right: throughout their 42 years of marriage, horses have been a common ground for Orlando and Angela.

“Horses have taught us a lot about how to deal with our businesses and people we work with. I think a lot of times when you’re in a meeting and you’re trying to get stuff to happen, you think back about your horse,” he explained. “What happens if you want to make things happen too much and nothing happens at all, right? So, I think that’s been a really great lesson for me—that the horses keep you grounded. I’m really fortunate that horses have always been a great part of our life.”

After their children—Lucas, Mariela and Raquel—were grown and gone, the empty- nesters found themselves with more time on their hands and wanted to return to some of the activities that had been set aside while raising a family. They began attending American

Quarter Horse Association shows. In Brazil, most equine events revolve around roping and barrel racing. The Brazilian Quarter Horse Association hosts three shows per year—Congress, Nationals and the Futurity, where exhibitors can compete in more performance horse events.

“One day we went to an AQHA show here [in Brazil] and, just watching the show, I said, ‘I know my horse at home can do this.’ So I went to the next show, showed in the reining and did okay. Then I roped for a while and did some cutting,” Orlando explained. “Cow horse started here later.”

Orlando attended the first reined cow horse clinic held in Brazil taught by NRCHA professional Todd Bergen. Orlando enjoyed it so much that when Todd Crawford, and his wife, Pam, ventured to Brazil, to nurture the interest in reined cow horse, Orlando was quick to sign up. After attending these clinics, he was hooked. He and Angela traveled to the United States several times through the years to watch the cutting, reining and cow horse futurities.

With all three children, two grandchildren, parents and siblings living in the United States, the couple began searching for a second place to call home in 2014. They settled on a 50-acre ranch in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Due to the season differences, the couple spend at least four months out of the year in Colorado during the summer months while Brazil is experiencing winter.

With hobbies like theirs—skiing, hiking, horseback riding and reading—it is easy to see why the couple, who have been married for 42 years, split their time between two beautiful ranches. Fazenda Milagro, their ranch in Brazil, seems like an oasis due to the highly concentrated trees and grasses. In fact,

it is located just a few miles outside of the industrial city Antonio De Posse, in the state of Sao Paulo. Most of Fazenda Milagro is dedicated to sugar cane production and eucalyptus, used for pulp and energy, but also produces coffee for private consumption. In the center of the 1,500-acre ranch sits the corral, where they doctor nearly 700 head of purebred Nelore cattle, similar to Brahman cattle. The main hacienda is surrounded by lush pastures with 14 head of horses. Although it might seem like a retreat for many, ideal weather conditions mean planting and harvesting crops year-round.

The new Colorado-based ranch was in dire need of horses, so the search began. The couple’s family friend, a world-champion dressage rider, recommended cow horse trainer Andy Kurtz, who also resides in Steamboat Springs.

“It was really great. We met him the first week we were there looking at property. After that, we got along real well, started buying some horses and having fun,” Orlando said. He started riding with Kurtz in 2015.

“It’s been really great for us because we spend the summers up there [in Colorado]. Angela and I have two horses that we ride up in the mountains in the summer. It’s nice to ride out in the open. We bought a couple of yearlings and horses for [Kurtz] to start. So, those are the horses that I’m showing now. It’s all part of his program. He’s done a great job for us,” Orlando said of his trainer. “The horses are easy for me to ride. I don’t get to ride them as much. It’s really nice to have a program like that, when I can show up a couple days before the show and still have fun and enjoy it. It’s a tribute to the training that he’s put into them.”

Orlando is an example of the old saying—go big or go home. His debut

in an NRCHA-approved class was at the 2017 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity® He showed Ms GenuinelySmart (Very Smart Remedy x Genuine Redbud x Genuine Doc) in the Non Pro Limited Hackamore Classic and One Timin Katie (One Time Pepto x Katie Starlight x Grays Starlight) in the Non Pro Limited Futurity, and he left Fort Worth an NRCHA money-earner. During the past three years, Orlando has competed at each of NRCHA’s premier events.

“All the shows are great. All of these people have welcomed us. That’s one of the things we really enjoy about the working cow horse family,” he said. “To see how hard they work for the shows to be so well organized, good cattle, good arena. I think it’s great all these pros take turns helping the association and also helping the younger generation of trainers and the non pros, and the amateurs. That is not that common in other disciplines of horses.”

Even though Orlando is an avid competitor in the non pro limited divisions with plans to go down the fence soon, he enjoys more relaxed saddle time. Orlando’s long-term goals align with any true reined cow horse enthusiast’s goals.

“My plan is to have two nice bridle horses. Some of my friends here [in Brazil] who sell horses, they say, ‘You’re a terrible client because your horses last too long.’ I had a horse that was 22 years old that I was competing on and that’s the thing that we enjoy. The cow horse, I think, is great because we’re riding these horses in a snaffle at 6 years old. I like to have my horses for a long time. It’s not easy to have a bridle horse, but, our industry allows that, to ride the older horses.”

Orlando is a man of many hats, but he is never too far away from his cowboy roots.

HAVE YOU HEARD?

By Tucker Gillespie

Scholarships—we all know that they’re out there. We hear how other exhibitors and students are able to receive assistance for college and can help lessen student loans. Maybe you heard about them from an older sibling, or were personally told that scholarships are important. Do you know—scholarships can be obtained through the National Reined Cow Horse Association?

In an effort to encourage and reward youth participation, the NRCHA created the Foundation Affiliate Youth Scholarship program, which is only one of the three scholarship programs the

NRCHA offers. This program awards scholarships to the year-end champions of both the Youth Limited and the Youth Bridle classes. The winner of the Youth Bridle is awarded a $500 scholarship and the winner of the Youth Limited gets a $250 scholarship.

The NRCHA also offers scholarships at the National High School Finals Rodeo. A $1,500 scholarship is awarded to the champion. In addition, there is a scholarship for the highest cow score ($1,000) of the preliminary or finals round.

The final opportunity to receive scholarships from the NRCHA is at the

Celebration of Champions. A total of $5,000 is awarded between the Youth Bridle and Youth Limited classes. A $2,000 scholarship is awarded to the Youth Bridle champion and a $1,000 scholarship to the reserve champion. The Youth Limited champion receives a $1,250 scholarship and the reserve champion receives $750.

A record of all scholarships is kept at the NRCHA office so that you can redeem them when they are needed. All you need to do is submit the scholarship request and proper enrollment documentation to the office. However, many of these scholarships have gone unused in the past because kids forget about them or never pick them up. This is tragic as the awards could be useful or be used by someone else instead of remaining unclaimed.

All in all, simply be aware of these scholarships and make sure to attend the youth meeting at the Celebration of Champions which is where the scholarships are handed out. Furthermore, if you receive a scholarship, be sure to redeem it later on when it is needed. This will ensure that the NRCHA’s scholarship program will be put to good use and help kids achieve their goals.

So, get out there and look for a way to achieve your college goals!

NrCHA executive Director Jay Winborn presents Josh briggs with a scholarship award.

Since becoming an association sponsor this year, we have enjoyed the warmest of welcomes from the NRCHA members and staff. We’ve been overwhelmed by how well Smooth As A Cat has been received, and look forward to becoming an industry mainstay.

Our heartfelt thanks goes out to all who showed their support in 2019 by breeding to our NRCHA Million Dollar Sire (with total offspring earnings of $27,360,530 as of 6-27-19).

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Call Me Mitch (Metallic Cat x Miss Hickory Hill x Doc’s Hickory), is a 2011 bay roan stallion with performance earnings of $173,000+. He has earned multiple reined cow horse and cutting championships and finals placings in the NRCHA, NCHA, and AQHA. He stands at Santa Lucia Farms, Santa Ynez, California. Call Me Mitch is owned by Estelle Roitblat and shown by NRCHA Professional Phillip Ralls and NCHA Professional Russ Westfall.

Rogers Heaven Sent Ranch of Tucson, Arizona, was founded by the Rogers family in 2005, starting out with just two personal horses. Since then, Rogers Heaven Sent Ranch has grown into a full service facility, breeding and showing some of the best Quarter Horses the industry has to offer.

Rogers Heaven Sent Ranch also maintains an Organic Alfalfa operation and they raise Certified Organic Black Angus Beef. Learn more about them on the web at www.RogersHSR.com.

Dual R Smokin (Dual Rey x Smokin Pepto x Peptoboonsmal), a 2005 Quarter Horse stallion, is owned by J Five Horse Ranch in Weatherford, Texas. He has earned more than $220,000 in the National Cutting Horse Association, and his many titles include the 2011 NCHA Super Stakes Classic Non Pro Championship.

Dual R Smokin is a National Reined Cow Horse Association Subscribed Stallion. He is also nominated to the NCHA Super Stakes, Breeders Invitational, PCCHA Cutting/Gelding Stakes, Bonanza Cutting & Canadian Supreme. He stands at Oswood Stallion Station in Weatherford, Texas. More information is available at www.JFiveRanch.com.

Metallic Cat (High Brow Cat x Chers Shadow x Peptoboonsmal), owned by Rocking P Ranch, is a $25 Million Dollar Sire, National Cutting Horse Association Open Horse of the Year and the 2016 / 2017 NCHA Sire of the Year. He is the second highest money-earning stallion in the history of the NCHA. His latest milestone is becoming an NRCHA Million Dollar Sire, with more than $1.6 million in cow horse offspring earnings. For more information on Metallic Cat, visit metalliccat.com.

Holy Cow Performance Horses LLC, with locations in Santa Ynez, California, and Weatherford, Texas, has become a leading breeder and owner of reined cow horses, reining horses, and cutting horses. Breeding, raising and showing quality performance Quarter Horses is a passion at Holy Cow - dedicated to raising quality performers that are world class in their respective fields. Holy Cow is home to some of the finest broodmares in the industry, including top reined cow horse producer SHEZA SHINETTE. Their sponsorship and support of the NRCHA includes the $25,000 added to the Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Stallion Stakes, $25,000 added to the CD Survivor Memorial Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Derby and $25,000 added to the Open Bridle class at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity. Learn more about Holy Cow Performance Horses at www.HolyCowPerformanceHorses.com.

Time For The Diamond (One Time Pepto x Diamonds With Style x Playin Stylish), owned by Triple D Ranches, is the 2013 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Champion. Trained and shown by NRCHA Professional Nick Dowers, Time For The Diamond has career earnings of nearly $150,000. His first foal crop will be 3-yearolds in 2019. Time For The Diamond stands at Oswood Stallion Station in Weatherford, Texas. For more information, visit www.NickDowers.com.

Brother Jackson (Peptoboonsmal x Shes Icing Onthe Cat x High Brow Cat) is a 2009 AQHA Sorrel Stallion with multiple titles to his credit including 2017 CD Memorial Bridle Spectacular Champion. Dan Perez owns the stallion that has earnings of more than $140,000, he also has more than 100 AQHA points. He is trained and shown by Ken Wold and stands at Wolds’ Training Stables & Stallion Services in Wilton, California.

SDP Buffalo Ranch - Where the Elite Are Found… For nearly 50 years, SDP Buffalo Ranch has paved a path of success in the horse industry. We know what it takes to be successful in breeding and performance at the highest levels. SDP Buffalo Ranch is all about the people. They are really in the people business, horses are just the product. SDP Buffalo Ranch are committed to excellence in stallion service, horsemanship and customer relations. Your success is their success! We offer full service Equine Reproductive services. See their stallion line up at http://www.SDPBuffaloRanch.com

Hickory Holly Time is a 2010 red roan stallion sired by One Time Pepto and out of Hickorys Holly Cee owned by DT Horses with LTE well over $225,000. His achievements span all the NRCHA disciplines: Snaffle Bit - 2013 NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity Champion, 2014 NRCHA Open Derby Champion, Hackamore – 2015 NRCHA Open Hackamore Champion and now Bridle, 2018 World’s Greatest Horseman Champion. He is tested as 5 Panel N/N and is currently standing at Oswood Stallion Station. Visit him on the web at http://oswoodstallionstation.com/ hickoryhollytime, or on Facebook HickoryHollyTime or at www.dthorses.com/stallions.

Manion Ranch and Smooth As A Cat are proud to team up with the NRCHA. Already producing NRCHA offspring earnings in excess of $1.1 million dollars (as of 12/20/18) and named an NRCHA elite sire is only the tipping point of what is yet to transpire for this stallion who has NCHA lifetime earnings in excess of $500,000. He was an NCHA Horse Of The Year, is an NCHA Hall of Fame Horse; he also won multiple NCHA Championships and was a Finalist 43 times. Smooth As A Cat is High Brow Cat’s All-Time leading siring son, and is the only Horse Of The Year to sire two NCHA Open Horses Of the Year.

Legendary Quarter Horses and superior Black Angus cattle are hallmarks of the “Four Sixes,” a historic Texas ranch that is part of Burnett Ranches, LLC. The ranch stands some of the most well-respected Quarter Horse stallions in the industry, with elite broodmares that produce superior individuals for work and racing.

Smooth As A Cat has been ranked 4th or higher of NCHA leading sires for 9 consecutive years. Smooth As A Cat’s offspring have won in excess of $26.5 million dollars and he has sired champions and money earners out of mares by 40 + plus different bloodlines and the list of accomplishments goes on. Smooth As A Cat stands at Weatherford Equine Breeding Center.

Western Bloodstock is the trusted name in performance horse sales, and is proud to produce and manage this year’s National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity Sales! Visit them on the web at www. WesternBloodstock.com.

Stevie Rey Von (Metallic Cat x Miss Ella Rey x Dual Rey), owned by Fults Ranch LTD, has $420,928 in lifetime earnings. This sire’s outstanding pedigree matches his moves in the show pen. At the 2018 NCHA Super Stakes, “Stevie” set an arena record-breaking score of 231 to win the class; along with many other championship titles, including the 2015 NCHA Open Futurity. Stevie’s first foal crop arrived in 2018, and they are definitely looking the part. For more information on Stevie follow him on Facebook or visit steviereyvon. com.

The skill and experience of Jeremy Barwick, Dr. Charlie Buchanan and staff make Brazos Valley Stallion Station in Stephenville, Texas, unique among breeding and performance horse establishments, and a vital center for horse owners, competitors and breeders. Find them on the web at http://www.brazosvalleystallionstation.com

NRR Cat King Cole, owned by North Ridge Ranch, has National Cutting Horse Association earnings totaling more than $230,000, all of which were earned in Open divisions. After finishing the 2016 show year as NCHA World Reserve Open Champion and World Champion Stallion, he retired to stud completely sound. “Cole” is a multiple aged event champion and member of NCHA Hall of Fame. His first crops are just now hitting the show pen. North Ridge Ranch is excited to introduce NNR Cat King Cole to the cow horse world. With his attributes of quick- footedness, range of motion and good disposition, Cole’s foals will be a plus within this industry. Visit www.North–Ridge-Ranch.com for more information.

Metallic Rebel (Metallic Cat x Sweet Abra x Abrakadabracre) is owned by Tom and Lisa Guinn, and trained by NCHA Multi-Million Dollar Rider Beau Galyean. Rebel’s accomplishments include 2017 NCHA Open Horse of the Year, NCHA World Champion stallion, 13 aged event championships, three reserve championship titles and is a 33-time event finalist; accumulating over $420,000 in lifetime earnings. As he transitions from the show pen to the breeding barn, this sire’s first offspring, arriving in 2018, are displaying not only his tremendous character, but also his incredible confirmation. For more information, visit metallicrebel. com and follow him on Facebook.

Smooth Talkin Style (Smooth As A Cat x Stylish Play Lena x Docs Stylish Oak), owned by Holmes and Hill, was a force to be reckoned with in the show pen, claiming numerous coveted titles including NCHA Open Horse of the Year, NCHA Open Futurity Reserve Champion, Super Stakes Open Co-Champion and Breeders Invitational Champion. Stylish Play Lena, his dam, has produced more than $1.7 million dollars in earnings, with a staggering $95,000 average earnings per offspring. Smooth Talkin Style is Stylish Play Lena’s leading stallion offspring with earnings in excess of $305,000. According the NCHA, “Talker” is a recordsetting Open Horse of the Year, accumulating more than 700 points in less than 9 months of showing; thus, securing the coveted title of Horse of the Year by August of his 4-year-old year. Smooth Talkin Style retired to the breeding barn, completely sound, at the end of his 4-year-old year. This sire’s first foal crop arrived in 2017 and has exceeded our expectations. Smooth Talkin Style is 5-panel genetic tested as N/N. Follow Talker on Facebook and visit him at smoothtalkinstyle.com.

Hashtags (Metallic Cat x Dual Rey Tag) has lifetime earnings of $478,571. A 2018 NCHA Open World Champion and World Champion Stallion trained and shown by Tatum Rice, Hashtag’s first foal crop arrives in 2019.

“Hashtags is just a great individual,” said Rice. “He makes it easy! Mind, heart, cow sense and strength.” The stallion is owned by Hashtag Ventures LP and standing at Brazos Valley Stallion Station in Stephenville, TX. For more information on Hashtags, follow him on Facebook or visit www. brazosvalleystallionstation.com.

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OWERING PTHROUGH

Illness threatened to dim the fire in Clayton edsall’s ride, but he and bet He sparks made a gallant effort to win the 2019 NrCHA Derby.

By Katie Navarra

Photos by Primo Morales

With a share of $340,000 in prize monies on the line, even the most seasoned riders are bound to get pre-performance jitters at an event as prestigious as the 2019 National Reined Cow Horse Association

Jack and Phoebe Cooke Memorial Derby, presented by Cats Picasso. But Clayton Edsall’s nausea before the finals wasn’t nerves—he was battling a stomach bug.

“Justin Wright and I got sick as dogs during the finals,” Edsall said. “I got through the reining and started feeling pretty poor. We were both throwing up before the rider introductions. I wasn’t sure how the show was going to go.”

2019 NRCHA DERBY OPEN TOP 10

Paso Robles, California – June 9-16, 2019 Horse/Rider/Pedigree/Owner/Score/Money

1. Bet He Sparks; Clayton Edsall; (Bet Hesa Cat x Sparking Train x Shining Spark); K & L Phillips, LLC; 661.5 (H:220/R:219.5/C:222); $30,173.69.

2. Metallic Freckle; Tucker Robinson; (Metallic Cat x Jasmin Sweet Freckle x Widows Freckles); Anna Lisa Luna; 658 (H:217.5/R:216.5/C:224); $22,834.14

3. Kreyzy Horse; Kelby Phillips; (Dual Rey x Shes Twice As Smooth x Smooth As A Cat); DT Horses LLC; 657.5 (H:220/R:225/C:212.5); $18,756.62.

4. Scooter Kat; Justin Wright; (Kit Kat Sugar x Scooters Daisy Dukes x Dual Smart Rey); Eric Freitas; 657 (H:221.5/R:221.5/C:214); $14,679.09.

5. Hott Rod; Corey Cushing; (Hottish x Sugars Smart Kitty x High Brow Cat); Lynne W. Wurzer; 655.5 (H:225/R:213/C:217.5); $11,417.07.

6. Northern Metallic; John Swales; (Metallic Cat x Little Cow Hound x High Brow Hickory); Marti Katerberg; 655 (H:216.5/R:218/C:220.5); $9,786.06.

7. Metallic Chrome Cat; Corey Cushing; (Metallic Cat x Teletrona x Little Trona); Kirk A. Johnston; 654 (H:215.5/R:220.5/C:218); $8,155.05.

8-9. Santiago Time; Nick Dowers; (One Time Pepto x Reymanising x Dual Rey); Clinton Marshall; 653.5 (H:217/R:220.5/C:216); $5,708.54.

8-9. Peptos Stylin Time; Kyle Trahern; (One Time Pepto x Stylin Jewel x Docs Stylish Oak); Peptos LLC; 653.5 (H:214.5/R:219.5/C:219.5); $5,708.54.

10-11. Metallic Babe; Justin Wright; (Metallic Cat x Shes A Stylish Babe x Docs Stylish Oak); Jim and Linda Schrack; 653 (H:218/R:219/C:216); $4,485.28.

10-11. Metal Hickory 014; John Swales; (Metallic Cat x Miss Hickory Hill x Docs Hickory); Spring Haven Ranches; 653 (H:215.5/R:219/C:218.5); $4,485.28.

Edsall’s wife, Chelsea, pulled strings to get an anti-nausea medication so he could ride. Folks behind the scenes may have known he was sick, but the judges didn’t when he guided Bet He Sparks (Bet Hesa Cat x Sparking Train x Shining Spark) to the Open championship. Their composite score 661.5 (H:220/ R:219.5/C:222) won a $30,174 payday for owners K&L Phillips, LLC.

“I got through the reining with a 219.5, but in the herd work the cows were trickier to get cut,” he said. “I had really good turn back and corner help to get ‘Sparky’ shown.”

Heading into the 21 -horse final round of fence work, Edsall knew he didn’t need to have a big score to take the lead, but he knew he needed a good run. When the cow was let into the arena, Edsall said he groaned. He’d watched the cow in the herd work and it was dreadful. The cow pushed through the other cattle and no one could get him cut.

“He was terrible. I knew I couldn’t hold him too long for the boxing so I whacked him a couple times and took him down the fence,” he said. “He tried to sneak under my neck, but Sparky just kept crawling and digging into the ground until he got the cow turned.”

E dsall has many championship titles under his belt, but winning the NRCHA Derby Open was a first and a bit of redemption. The pair were the 2018 reserve champions, a close second to Justin Wright and Shiners Diamond Cat (WR This Cats Smart x Shiners Diamond Lady x Shining Spark).

“It was really rewarding to come so close to winning it last year and coming back to win it this year, it was really special,” he said. “I thank Kathryn and Layn Phillips for giving me the opportunity to train their horses.”

The red roan stallion out of Bet Hesa Cat is a half-brother to Metallic Train

////////// meet CAts pICAssO’s CONNeCtIONs

the2019 National reined Cow Horse Association Jack and p h oebe Cooke memorial Derby gained a presenting sponsor in 2012 stallion Cats picasso’s owners, Coast performance Horses. the horse, ridden and trained by John swales, has more than $150,000 in lifetime reined cow horse earnings, and caught the eye of four friends that wanted greater involvement in the reined cow horse industry.

based in british Columbia, Coast performance Horses is made up of Nav and Jen Dhaliwal and their friends Deb Anderson and her fiancé Dale Jarvis. When Anderson saw Cats picasso tie for third in the 2015 NrCHA snaffle bit Futurity® with swales in the saddle, she knew the horse was one to watch.

“I’ve known the horse and admired him for a long time. We talk a lot about what would be the best way to get into this world,” said Anderson. “If you want to own a horse and watch it go to the big horse shows, you kind of need to own a stallion. this is one that I’ve known since the beginning of his career and always loved him. We have a really good working relationship with the swales and this is a good fit for us.”

Anderson and Jarvis had the desire to go all-in on the reined cow horse industry. that, coupled with Nav’s lifelong goal of owning a horse, made the partnership a reality after Nav witnessed cow horse first hand at the Calgary stampede in 2018.

“Nav is one of our best friends and the brainchild behind the performance horses partnership, though he’s never owned horses before. He’s always wanted a horse, but he travels for work constantly,” Anderson explained. “He saw cow horse in person for the first time last year and decided he wanted to be a horse owner. He wants to be in this world.”

so in the foursome went – Nav and Jarvis sat down with NrCHA executive Director Jay Winborn at the NrCHA stallion stakes and discussed possible advertising and walked away as the presenting sponsors of the Derby. It was a win-win for both the young stallion’s connections and the association.

“ We could not be more pleased to have Coast performance Horses be a part of our sponsorship family,” said Winborn. “I appreciate and admire their willingness to jump in at all levels – as an owner, a breeder and a sponsor.”

W ith a talented horse to campaign and then breed to the public, Coast performance Horses has a big future ahead. this year, Cats picasso (metallic Cat x playboys Vixen x Hickoryote) and swales are competing in the Open two rein and preparing for the team’s ultimate goal, the World’s greatest Horseman.

“ this is our dream come true, to be part of this industry,” Anderson said. “It is what you dream of – to watch your horse compete in these big shows.”

(Metallic Cat x Sparking Train x Shining Spark), the mare Edsall won the 2019 Open Hackamore World Championship, the 2018 NRCHA Stallion Stakes Open and Intermediate Open and the 2018 Derby Intermediate Open Reserve Championship aboard. Edsall credits their mom, the great Sparking Train, with producing athletic, good-minded horses who can win.

“He’s always been real trainable and has a lot of heart,” he said. “I can ride him to brand calves, gather cattle and let my kids ride on him. He’s just a really nice individual and has been awfully good for us.”

Edsall qualified two horses for the Open Derby finals, which were held at the Paso Robles Event Center in Paso Robles, California. The weeklong show

kicked off on June 9th. After two preliminary events, Edsall was leading the field of 105 open competitors riding, Bet Hesa Boon (Bet Hesa Cat x Flo N Blu Boon x Pretty Boy Boon) with a composite score of 443.5. The Oakdale, California, professional guided Beverly Vaughn’s 2014 stallion to a 220.5 in the rein work and a 223.0 in the herd work. Their 212.5 cow work qualified them for the finals where they finished 13th with a composite 650.5 (H:216.5/R:222/C:212).

“I have to give special thanks to Trent [Pederson] and Jake Gorrell who jumped in and helped my non pros when I was sick and unable to make it back to the arena,” he said. “And I’d like to thank my herd helpers Justin Wright, Kelby Phillips, Shadd Parkinson and Phillip Ralls. Also thanks to Dr. Mary Garner and Dr. Joe Gardner and the NRCHA crew for putting on a great show. And, I couldn’t do it without my wife, Chelsea.”

Edsall appreciates the continued support from his all of his sponsors and plans to continue showing Sparky throughout his 5-year-old year and then progress him through the two rein and bridle. He would like to give him a year or two to get good in the bridle and used to roping then Edsall will eventually enter the stallion in the World’s Greatest Horseman.

INtermeDIAte OpeN CHAmpION

Kyle trahern and  peptos  stylin  time (One  time  pepto x  stylin Jewel x Docs stylish Oaks) scored a 653.5 composite (H:214.5/r:219.5/C:219.5) for owner  peptos  LLC to win the Intermediate Open Championship.

OpeN reserVe CHAmpION

taking the Open Derby reser ve Champion,  tucker robinson rode metallic Freckle (metallic Cat x Jasmin sweet Freckle x Widows Freckles) to a 658 composite (H:217.5/r:216.5/C:224) to earn owner Anna Lisa Luna $22,834.14.

INtermeDIAte OpeN  reserVe CHAmpION

red Hotz (sweet Lil pepto x Doc Na box x bob Acre Doc) ridden by Jordan Williams for owners Wes and sarah Williams, scored a 652.5 (H:215.5/r:216/C:221) to earn the Intermediate Open reser ve Championship.

LImIteD OpeN CHAmpION

travalinonmoonshine (Casts moonshine x  travalin  miss mosa x  travalena) ridden by Wyatt Fisher and owned by his parents Jayson and teresa Fisher, scored a 637 (H:212.5/r:212.5/C:212) to earn more than $6,700 and the Limited Open Championship.

LImIteD OpeN reserVe CHAmpION

mC Cowhammer (metallic Cat x  gunsmart  gay x  playgun) and trevor Carter scored a 636 composite (H: 216/r:217/C:203) to take the Limited Open reser ve for owner bogle  brothers LLC.

LeVeL 1 LImIteD OpeN CHAmpION

Just Call me earl (Once In A blu boon x Cp peekn  sneakn  blue x  peeka  pep) and sunni mcCormick brought home the Level 1 Limited Open Champion title for owner Devon Camilleri with a 645 (H:216/r:215.5/C:213.5), earning $3,050.

LeVeL 1 LImIteD OpeN  reserVe CHAmpION

smooth Dera  max (smooth As A Cat x Dera Dually x Dual pep) and matt Frederick scored a 644.5 (H:216/r:213/C:215.5) to win the reser ve Champion title and earn $2,542.25 for owner Harry De Haan.

OpeN NOVICe HOrse CHAmpION

Kreyzy Horse (Dual rey x  shes twice As smooth x smooth As A Cat) and Kelby phillips topped the Open Novice Horse competition with a composite score of 653 (H:219/r:219/C:215). Owner Dt Horses LLC took home $2,655.25.

OpeN NOVICe HOrse reserVe CHAmpION

metallic babe (metallic Cat x  shes A stylish babe x Docs stylish Oak) and Justin Wright scored a 652.5 (H:218/r:217.5/C:217) to earn $2,124.20 for owners Jim and Linda schrack.

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CD Diamond

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Dual R Smokin

Dualin Stargun

Gotta Go Get It

Hes Wright On

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marked a 652 (H:219/R:221.5/C:211.5) and won $7,495.

Hope Miller and Sparking Metallic (Metallic Cat x Sparking Train x Shining Spark)

PECIAL KINDA SPARK S

Hope Miller and

Sparking

Metallic led the Non Pro Derby from the first round through to the last, taking home the title.

By Bridget Kirkwood

Photos by Primo Morales

Neither hip surgery nor a lost stirrup could prevent Hope Miller and Sparking Metallic from lighting up the scoreboard at the National Reined Cow Horse Association Jack and Phoebe Cooke Memorial Derby Non Pro, presented by Cats Picasso, which boasted a $25,000-added Non Pro purse. The pair marked a 652 to win the championship and $7,495.

“She really stepped up at this horse show,” said Miller, whose 219 in the herd work topped the round. “She knew where her feet were and was there to win.”

Sparking Metallic also topped the reining with a 221.5 – the event that Miller says is the 5-year-old mare’s specialty.

“I let her do what she wants to do and just sit there and look pretty,” Miller said. “She is really good at stopping. I’m very lucky to have her because she’s a horse that you never have to school in the reining much—she’s always reliable.”

The fence work, where she scored a 211, didn’t go according to plan when

Miller lost a stirrup and wasn’t able to regain it until her first turn on the fence.

“The scenario wasn’t perfect, I was panicking a little bit,” Miller said. “I was boxing and lost my right stirrup and then the cow went down the other side of the arena and wasn’t on the wall, so we made two open field turns and then one more which was better.”

Her trainer, Trent Pedersen, recommended Sparking Metallic to Miller when she said she wanted to show at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity®. “We bought her mainly because she’s so sweet and thought she’d make a great, first futurity horse,” Miller said of the now 5-year-old mare.

This isn’t Miller’s first time in the finals at the NRCHA Non Pro Derby. In 2017, she was Champion on Dare To Sioux (A Shiner Named Sioux x Tari Darlin x Taris Catalyst) and then last year she was reserve champion also on Sparking Metallic (Metallic Cat x Sparking Train x Shining Spark). It’s interesting to note that Sparking Metallic is is a half-sister to the 2019 NRCHA Derby Open Champion

2019 NRCHA DERBY NON PRO TOP 8

Paso Robles, California – June 9-16, 2019 Horse/Rider/Pedigree/Owner/Score/Money

11. Sparking Metallic; Hope Miller; (Metallic Cat x Sparking Train x Shining Spark); Hope Miller; 652 (H:219/ R:221.5/C:211.5); $7,495.63.

2. A Quick Remedy; Debbie Crafton; (Very Smart Remedy x A Quick Prize x Smokums Prize); Debbie Crafton; 647.5 (H:210.5/R:217/C:220); $5,996.50.

3. TravalinOnMoonshine; Jayson Fisher; (Cats Moonshine x Travalin Miss Mosa x Travalena); Jayson and Teresa Fisher; 642.5 (H:216/R:214/C:212.5); $4,497.38.

4. CR Tuff Tornado; Eric Freitas; (Woody Be Tuff x CR Shes Uh Secret x Peptoboonsmal); Eric Freitas; 640 (H:213/ R:218.5/C:208.5); $3,597.90.

5. Cat Snacks; Eric Freitas; (Cats Full Moon x Chic Snacks x Snackbox); Eric Freitas; 638.5 (H:214/R:215.5/C:209); $2,998.25.

6. Hat Six Keep Sparkin; Tammy Jo Jays; (Dual Spark x Hat Six Little Paws x Peptos Stylish Oak); Walter or Jocelyn Greeman; 635 (H:210.5/R:218.5/C:206); $2,398.60.

7. Legend De Lena; Toni Hagen Heath; (Smart Peppy Doc x My Legend Del Cielo x Gallo Del Cielo); Daniel Heath; 632.5 (H:213.5/R:217/C:202); $1,798.95.

8. Metallic Sparks; Tammy Jo Hays; (Metallic Cat x Shine Smartly x Shining Spark); Tammy Hays and Walter Greeman; 630 (H:214.5/R:214/C:201.5); $1,199.30.

Bet He Sparks (by Bet Hesa Cat) “I’m super-blessed to own the horses that I have and to have the opportunities that I’ve been given,” said Miller, of Brush Prairie, Washington. “To win on this mare means a lot because we’ve always had tough luck—we’ve always ended up second or third.”

Miller had hip surgery after the 2018 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity and is still in recovery mode. She’s relied on Pedersen to keep Sparking Metallic in good form.

“To have this happen really helped my confidence. It’s hard coming back from something like that,” Miller said. “I want to thank my parents for all the support I get from them. Dustin Mills has been a great support too. Having a support system really does make or break someone.”

NON prO reserVe CHAmpION

A 647.5 (H:210.5/r:217/C:220) on A Quick remedy (Very smart remedy x A Quick prize x smokums prize) earned Debbie Crafton a check worth $5,996 for the reserve championship.

NOVICe NON prO CHAmpION, INtermeDIAte NON prO reserVe CHAmpION, AmAteur reserVe CHAmpION

mandy Lizama rode san master peppy (smart Little pepinic x masters miss pici x master remedy), a horse she owns with pedro Lizama, to the championship in the Novice Non pro and the reserve championship in the Intermediate Non pro. she marked a 640 (H:213/r:211/C:216) and won checks worth $1,383 and $2,882 respectively. she added an additional $1,394.75 for the Amateur reserve.

INtermeDIAte NON prO CHAmpION

Kathy Wilson rode her own horse Ima prizcee Hickory (Cee mr Hickory x Nu prize x smokums prize) to score of 642 (H:209/r:213.5/C:219.5) to win $3,459.

NOVICe NON prO reserVe CHAmpION

Lori Conrow guided Auspicious storm (Auspicious Cat x Xtra smart swiss x smart Little Lena) to a score of 630.5 (H:206/ r:210/C:214.5) to win the reserve champion’s check worth $1,153. she also won $2,306 for placing third in the Intermediate Non pro.

AmAteur CHAmpION

Darleen Wood piloted Cat Walks Into A bar (Wr this Cats smart x sue C shiner x shining spark) to a 633 (H:214/r:210.5/C:208.5) to earn the win and $1,673.70.

NON prO LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION - tIe

tying for reserve with a 646.5 (H:217.5/r:210/C:219), mason beal rode unos smokin Chic (uno What time It Is x Dew It Flo x mr peponita Flo) and earned his father, owner ernie beal, $1,825.01.

NON prO LImIteD CHAmpION

Nu Kid On the block (Dual smart rey x special Nu Kitty x High brow Cat) took owner/rider Adrianna Adams to a 650 (H:211/r:219/C:220) to earn the win and $2,620.52.

NON prO LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION - tIe

Lori Frampton-Crafton piloted Candy rap (rap Cat x tr Dual gal x tr Dual rey), owned by her mom, Debbie Crafton, to the reserve tie with a 646.5 (H:215/r:212/C:219.5) and $1,825.01.

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PHOEBE

Doug Williamson and ARC Sparkin Chics marked a 665 (H:216/R:218/C:231) to win

ILLIAMSON’S ICKED WIN W

Doug Williamson and ArC sparkin Chics’s 231 down the fence clinched the win in the CD survivor memorial Open bridle spectacular.

Doug Williamson has had horses mark a 229 down the fence before but he’s never had one mark a 231—neither have most people. At the $25,000added CD Survivor Memorial Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Jack and Phoebe Cooke Memorial Derby, presented by Cats Picasso, held at the Paso Robles Event Center, ARC Sparkin Chics and Williamson put on a performance that had the audience out of their seats.

The score of 665 (H:216/R:218/C:231) won the class and $11,850. But more importantly, it gave people more reasons to cheer out loud for Williamson.

“The first turn was so awesome I could hardly believe it,” said Williamson who achieved 77’s across the board from all five judges. “It made me cry when I looked at it on video. He’s such a trying horse and he can really run. He knows his job so well that I was just along for the ride.”

By Bridget Kirkwood

It was a full house in Williamson’s win photo—packed with people that he had influenced over the years. It included morgan tweedy, who said, “When you get a ‘yahtzee’ – when all five judges have the exact same score – you may get that once or twice a show. For all five judges to have a 77 and be the same score, it is unreal. It was pretty cool! Doug has asked several times for me to get in the win picture, but I was in this one! It was one of the coolest things in my life.”

Photos by Primo Morales

Hard and fast runs can only happen with a hard and fast cow. Having learned about the cow earlier in the show, Williamson expected nothing less from his draw.

“We tried to settle her in the herd to cut but she was too wild so nobody cut her. When she popped her head out for me to take her down the fence, I thought— I hope these guys don’t blow me off because I’m going to take her anyhow,” Williamson said. “You have to have a cow that’s fast enough and sometimes the cows aren’t fast enough to keep up with my horses!”

Williamson and ARC Sparkin Chics (Chic Please x Sailing Spark x Shining Spark), a 2008 stallion, placed fourth in the 2011 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity® Open. This win is the icing on the long and lucrative career they’ve had together.

“He loves me and takes care of me,” Williamson said. “That was as good a run as a guy can make. He never hardly took a deep breath after it. He is so fit and such

a good horse and has so much try that what else could you ask for in a horse.”

Williamson, 77, trains in Bakersfield, California. He is ready to mark another 231.

“I’ll do it again as long as I don’t get too old,” Williamson joked.

Williamson and ARC Sparkin Chics also won the $5,000-added Intermediate Open Bridle Spectacular to pocket another $2,520. Reserve, in the Open Bridle Spectacular, went to Zane Davis aboard C Ranches’ Rubys Radar (One Time Pepto x Ruby Bagonia x Peppy San Badger), who marked a 659.5 and took home $9,480.

As Williamson was presented his award, announcer Darren Moore asked everyone at the arena to get in Williamson’s win picture if he’d impacted their lives, horseback or otherwise. When the line up was complete, photographer Primo Morales had to step over the fence and as far back as possible to fit everyone in frame. It was a fitting conclusion to Williamson’s winning night.

OpeN brIDLe speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

Zane Davis of blackfoot, Idaho, and the 2010 stallion, rubys radar (One time pepto x ruby bagonia x peppy san badger), owned by C ranches, marked a 659.5 (H:218.5/r:222.5/C:218.5) and won $9,480.

NON prO brIDLe speCtACuLAr

Practice makes perfect. So in the weeks leading up to the Non Pro Bridle Spectacular, that’s what Lindsey James and Maximum Spoonful did. Their dedication paid off when they marked a 645.5 to win the championship and $4,050.

“This is definitely my biggest win to date so it’s pretty exciting,” James said. “This horse is a unicorn and anybody would be lucky to have a horse half as good as him. He’s a great, great animal and I feel lucky that I get to own him and show him.”

James has owned the 10-year-old gelding by Hes A Peptospoonful and out of PG Maxine (x Playgun) for five years.

“Cow horse was new to me before this horse. I showed all-around horses my whole life,” said James. “Phillip Ralls, my horse trainer, found him for me. I’d never seen him or ridden him but we’d been looking for a good while and he just knew that he was the right horse for me.”

While James has won some non pro

INtermeDIAte OpeN brIDLe speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

boyd rice, of Weatherford, texas, and Quahadi (bet Hesa Cat x ginnin Attraction x tanquer y gin), owned by burnett ranches, marked a 658.5 (H:222/r:218.5/C:218) and won $2,100.

NON prO brIDLe speCtACuLAr CHAmpION

Lindsey James marked a 645.5 (H:219/r:206.5/C:220) on maximum spoonful (Hes A peptospoonful x pg maxine x playgun) and won $4,050.

bridle classes before, this is her first championship in a Spectacular.

“I like the challenge of all three events and that when things go wrong, that you have to keep your composure because it’s the best of three,” said James, who marked a 219 in the herd, a 206.5 in the reining and a 220 down the fence. “He’s the best herd work horse that I’ve had. I’ve been really practicing herd work and the fence work over the past month to prepare for this event and it’s paid off. I had to learn so I could do it better because the horse has all the talent in the world—I just have to catch up to him. Any mistakes we had in it were completely pilot error.”

While James had been worried about the fence work, she need not have been even when the cow kicked Maximum Spoonful in the face coming out of the second turn.

“He didn’t weaken, he just dominated that cow,” she said. “When he came down and made that first turn, it completely set me up to have a good run and

NON prO brIDLe speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

Debbie Crafton of Ordway, Colorado, rode the short ride (Yellow roan Of texas x the best Nic x reminic) to a score of 645 (H:212/r:216/C:217) and won $3,240.

NON prO LImIteD speCtACuLAr CHAmpION

Aboard Heart Of A remedy (Heart Of A Fox x spD remedys response x ), Halle garrett scored a 438 (H:147/r:146/C:147.5) to take the Non pro Limited spectacular title and earn $3,700.

NON prO LImIteD speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

Lori Frampton-Crafton and DVA

436 (H:145/r:146/C:145) to

smart Dually (smart mate x Itty bitty Dually x Dual pep) rode to a

earn reserve. the horse’s owner, Debbie Crafton, took home $2,960.

it was amazing. That was my highest fence score and my highest herd work score.”

James keeps “Max” at her house in San Luis Obispo, California, where she owns a horse boarding facility and takes him to Ralls for lessons.

“He’s a fun, unique horse. He’s a pet that I get to show and that makes me super lucky. I love the community and people in cow horse—everyone wants to help each other and it’s unlike anything I’ve been around in the horse community.”

YOutH brIDLe speCtACuLAr CHAmpION emery pura marked a score of 422.5 (H:141/r:143.5/C:138) on smart teena Cash (Very smart remedy x teena Cash Flo x Nu Cash) and won $700.

YOutH LImIteD speCtACuLAr CHAmpION

unos smokin Chic (uno What time It Is x Dew It Flo x mr peponita Flo) owned by ernie beal, carried mason beal to the win with a score of 439 (H:148/r:144.5/C:146.5). they won a check worth $520.

YOutH LImIteD speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

bryce barkemeyer rode his own horse Fs smart boomer Chic (smart Chic Olena x boomers Lady Kiper x boomernic) to a score of 436.5 (H:146/r:146/C:144.5) and won $390.

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Road To The Horse Champion

NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Champion

PHOEBE

A stellar run in the Two Rein Spectacular put Jay McLaughlin and Shiney Outlaw on top.

WICE THE TSPECTACLE

Jay mcLaughlin and shiney Outlaw claim the Open two rein spectacular with 662.5.

It took Jay McLaughlin just three rides on Shiney Outlaw to decide that he wanted to breed a mare to the young stallion. Three weeks later, the pair won their first championship together when they marked a 662.5 in the Open Two Rein Spectacular at the National Reined Cow Horse Association Jack and Phoebe Cooke Memorial Derby, presented by Cats Picasso.

Shiney Outlaw marked a 217 in the herd work, a score McLaughlin says could have been higher. They then went on to mark a 220.5 in the reining.

“I felt there was as 222 coming and kicked him over there a bit far [in the herd work],” McLauglin said.“He ran his circles like an NRHA reiner. I had the reins draped and ran great.”

Shiney Outlaw (Shiners Nickle x Mereyda x Dual Rey) finished the class with a 225 down the fence to win $4,650.

“It was fast and furious and the cow didn’t have a whole lot of honor on the ends,” McLaughlin said. “It was pretty hot that day so rather than make the cow bad I went pretty fresh down the fence. That horse is so fast that he got there and beat the cow around and then went

straight up the wall again and beat him around again so I circled right there.”

Shiney Outlaw stands 14-hands tall but that didn’t prevent him from excelling in Paso Robles’ big pen.

“He’s like riding a big horse,” McLaughlin said of the stallion owned by Michelle Cannon. “There’s a lot of horse underneath you.”

Overall, McLaughlin enjoyed traveling to show at the Derby. McLaughlin has been training in Clarendon, Texas, since January. He enjoys having Shiney Outlaw in his program.

“It was probably one of the best derby’s that I’ve been to, it was great,” McLaughlin said. “Every day he’s like, let’s get some work done. We’re collecting him and hauling him at the same time and he handles it all.”

McLauglin and Shiney Outlaw also won the Open Two Rein horse show class in Paso Robles taking their total check to $6,420.

NON prO t W O reIN speCtACuLAr

Jamie Roberts and Catzby enjoyed their first major championship together when they marked a 648.5 to win the Non Pro

By Bridget Kirkwood

Two Rein Spectacular and $2,040.

“It was pretty awesome, I didn’t expect it. He’s an incredible horse. I was really proud of him. It was a fun run to make— especially the fence work, that was thrilling,” Roberts said. “Everything I asked of him he did with all of his heart.”

Roberts’ run didn’t get off to a perfect start when they had a 207 in the herd work. However they came back strong and marked a 219 in the reining and a 222.5 down the fence.

“He felt really relaxed in the reining. Sometimes he can be a bit lazy and it’s hard to get him to run to his stop but he’s the type of horse that if you can get him to run then he’ll drag his butt and I feel like we did that,” said Roberts who works in her family’s water well drilling business Schrack Drilling Company. “In the fence work, it seems like we always get a wilder cow but we got one that was a bit quieter than what we normally work so we had to try to wake the cow up a bit. It didn’t feel like we had a lot of cow but coming out of the corner taking it down the fence he was in the perfect position— he didn’t feel strong or anything like that so I felt like we could have a good run.

Photos by Primo Morales

Our first turn was really tight. We turned well our second time but the cow was still running hard so I turned it a third time. It all worked out good. It was thrilling—it was fast and fun.”

Catzby (High Brow Cat x Reymanising x Dual Rey), a gelding, was purchased by Roberts’ parents Jim and Linda Schrack, when he was three. Roberts began riding him two years ago in June of his 4-year-old year.

“He was a really cool horse to watch and I never thought in my wildest dreams that I’d be riding him because he’s a top-notch horse. I always expected him to stay in the open but I got lucky and ended up with him.”

Catzby was trained by Nick Dowers. When Dowers got hurt before the Stallion Stakes of his 4-year-old year, Phillip Ralls got in the saddle and made the open finals. Since then he’s been at home in Visalia, California with Roberts.

“He’s super easy to do anything with. He had a great start on him and has been very solid. Once he was shown his job, he knew it. There’s no way I could ever find another horse that’s half the quality that he is.”

OpeN t W O reIN speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

boyd rice rode the burnett ranches-owned, Quahadi (bet Hesa Cat x ginnin Attraction x tanquer y gin) to a score of 656 (H:218/r:216/C:222). they won $3,720.

NON prO t W O reIN speCtACuLAr CHAmpION

Jamie roberts and Catzby (High brow Cat x reymanising x Dual rey), marked a 648.5 and earned $2,040.

NON prO t W O reIN speCtACuLAr reserVe CHAmpION

toni Hagen Heath rode Ima One time Wonder (One time pepto x my Legend Del Cielo x gallo Del Cielo), owned by Daniel Heath, to a score of 646.5 (H:209/ r:217.5/C:220). she won $1,700.

INNER’S WCIRCLE

During the 2019 National reined Cow Horse Association Jack and phoebe Cooke memorial Derby, presented by Cats picasso, held June 9-16 in paso robles, California, competitors vied for wins in all of the horse show classes.

OpeN brIDLe CHAmpION

Photos by Primo Morales

OpeN brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION & INtermeDIAte OpeN brIDLe 1st pLACe

prize Winning gal (smokums prize X Ill be A Winning gal X Ill be smart), scored a 291 (r:144.5/C:146.5) with Wyatt Fisher to win $1,530 and reserve in the Open bridle as well as $700 for 1st place Intermediate Open bridle for owners and parents Jayson and teresa Fisher.

short N Catt (sophisticated Catt x shortys sugar sue x shorty Lena) was piloted by phillip ralls to a 293.5 score (r145.5/C:148) to win $2,040 for owner sarah Davis in the Open bridle class.

INtermeDIAte OpeN brIDLe 2ND pLACe

shes playin rey (tr Dual rey x playin Acre x playin stylish) captured the Intermediate Open second place with a 289 (r:144.5/C:144.5) score with C.J. shopbell in the saddle for owner gregg Lafitte.

LImIteD OpeN brIDLe CHAmpION

she takes the prize (smokums prize x bellota Cash x Nu Cash) scored a 275 (r:141/C:134) with rider mallory Holland Valdez in the saddle for owner Dana Jones to win the Limited Open bridle, earning $1,300.

NON prO brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION, INtermeDIAte NON prO brIDLe CHAmpION, & NOVICe NON prO brIDLe CHAmpION

emily Kent and Callme mister mister (mister Dual pep x travelin With sass x travalena) left the Derby with a multiple wins. their 432 composite (r:217/C:215) garnered reserve in Non pro bridle for $1,680, champion in Intermediate Non pro bridle to earn another $1,365, and another $1,488 for their Novice Non pro bridle champion placing.

LImIteD OpeN brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION

Onetime Hollywood (Onetime smarter x stormy star Dunnit x Dunnit In Hollywood), ridden by sunni mcCormick, scored a 274 (r:141/C:133) to earn the reserve Limited Open bridle and $975 for owner greg bieker.

INtermeDIAte NON prO brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION - tIe/ NOVICe NON prO brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION - tIe sparks On the Fence (smart boons X spark Chic Olena X smart Chic Olena) carried owner garrell reilly to the co-reserve with a composite 426.5 (r:213.5/C:213) and earned $1,023.75 in the Intermediate and another $1,014.60 for the Novice reserve tie.

NOVICe NON prO brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION – tIe / seLeCt NON prO brIDLe 1st pLACe

ArC sparked Interest (Chic please x sailing spark x shining spark) and rider Diane shaffer tied with a 426.5 (r:210.5/C:216) to take co-reserve and earn the 4D ranch $1,014.60. the duo won the select Non pro bridle and earned an additional $225.

OpeN HACKAmOre CHAmpION

moonshineAndtwoAdvil (metallic Cat x Little short stuff x shorty Lena) carried shawn Hays to a 290 (r:145.5/C:144.5) for the Open Hackamore win earning owner C. randy massey $2,250.

seLeCt NON prO brIDLe 2ND pLACe

mike brautovich rode Diamond J Wil smokum (Diamond J star x smokum tommie tucker x smokum Oak) to a 425 (r:208/C:217) to earn he and wife Debra $187.50.

OpeN HACKAmOre reserVe CHAmpION

matt Koch rode Connie buckley’s roan Olena Oak (Olena Oak x starlight sailor x topsail Cody) to the reserve title and $1,350 with a 286.5 (r:142.5/C:144).

INtermeDIAte OpeN HACKAmOre 1st pLACe

monica Caetano rode Isr Wyn A blue (smart Litle pepinic x Dee pep Chex x mister Dual pep) to first in the Intermediate Open Hackamore, earning owners brendan and stacy Duesterhaus $480. third place in the Open Hackamore garnered another $900.

LImIteD OpeN HACKAmOre CHAmpION

Just Call me earl (Once In A blu boon X Cp peekn sneakn blue X peeka pep) took rider sunni mcCormick to a 277 (r:142/C:135) to earn the Limited Open Hackamore Champion title and $1,500 for owner Devon Camilleri.

INtermeDIAte OpeN HACKAmOre 2ND pLACe

playboy pepinic (smart Little pepinic x Freckelita x Freckles playboy) and ramona Koch rode to a 274 (r:142/C:132) for second earning $320.

LImIteD OpeN HACKAmOre reserVe CHAmpION

sunni mcCormick rode her own sioux per boom (A shiner Named sioux x boom N tari x boomernic) to reserve with a 272 (r:138.5/C:133.5).

NON prO HACKAmOre CHAmpION

Darlene Wood won the Non pro Hackamore with a score of 279 (r:141.5/C:137.5) aboard Cat Walks Into A bar (Wr this Cats smart x sue C shiner x shining spark), earning $1,440.

OpeN t W O reIN reserVe CHAmpION

ricky Nicolazzi piloted Dual A shiner (Dual rey x shiney Feathers x shining spark) to a 436.5 (r:216.5/C:220) to a $1,475 paycheck for owners rogers Heaven sent ranch.

NON prO HACKAmOre reserVe CHAmpION

Clayton Hines, rider and owner, piloted Northern guns (maximum echo x rose Holly x mr play Holly) to a 275 (r:141.5/133.5) for the Non pro Hackamore reser ve.

NON prO LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION

she Wants A prenup (High brow Cat x Heres Lookin At You x peptoboonsmal) and monica Duflock scored 289 (r:145.5/C:143.5 ) to earn the reserve and $1000.00.

5K NON prO LImIteD CHAmpION & seLeCt NON prO LImIteD CHAmpION

Caroline Whyler piloted her horse, my bets In (bet Hesa Cat x Just playin stylish x playin stylish) to a score of 293.5 (r:145.5/C:148) to earn the 5K Non pro Limited win and $775.

1K NON prO LImIteD CHAmpION

Linda Katz rode her horse, LenaLiltotheWright (Lenas Wright On x shining survivor x shining spark), to a 287.5 (r:144/C:143.5) to win the 1K Non pro Limited and earn $420.

5K NON prO LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION

smokums Chex (tomcat Chex x smokums Chic x Chic please) carried samantha materne to a 293.5 (147.5/C:146) to take reserve and earn her parents, owners mark and Judi materne, $620.

1K NON prO LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION / seLeCt NON prO LImIteD 2ND pLACe

ruth saldubehere and Its bingo time (peptos Lil bingo x bbr perfect timin x A Chic In time) scored a 287 (r:140.5/C:146.5) to take reserve and $330 as well as $288 for 2nd in the select Non pro Limited.

seLeCt NON prO LImIteD 1st pLACe

mike brautovich rode Ima Diamond J star (Diamond J star x miss smokum Doc bar x smokum Oak) to first place in the class with a composite 288.5 (r:141/C:147.5) score to earn $360.

YOutH LImIteD 13 & uNDer - 2ND pLACe

bet Hesa scotti (bet Hesa Cat x Lenas scotti x bobby bo badger) carried owner/rider brett pura to a 275.5 (r:137.5/C:138) to win second place.

YOutH brIDLe CHAmpION / YOutH LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION – tIe

Kylie Haskins and pepe Le Wright (Hes right On x soula Jule Forever x soula Jule star) won the class with a 285 (r:138/C:147), earning $300.

begINNINg FeNCe WOrK 1st pLACe

Jacqueline garrett piloted her smart genuine shiner (shining spark x smartly Dressed x smart Little Lena) to a 292 (r:146.5/C:145.5) to win the class.

begINNINg FeNCe WOrK 2ND pLACe

Judith Adkison rode to a 259.5 (r:129.5/C:130) aboard Cheque please (Chic please x turn Liz Loose x Docs Hickory) for second place.

the following winners are also listed in their spectacular event coverage.

NON prO brIDLe CHAmpION

the short ride (Yellow roan of texas x the best Nic x reminic) carried owner/rider Debbie Crafton to a 433 (r:216/C:217) to win the Non pro bridle and earn $2,100. the duo took home another $3,240 for reserve in the Non pro bridle spectacular.

INtermeDIAte NON prO brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION - tIe

Lindsey James rode her horse, maximum spoonful (Hes A peptospoonful x pg maxine x playgun), to the reserve with a 426.5 (r:206.5/C:220). the pair earned $1,023.75 for the class; they also won the Non pro bridle spectacular and an additional $4,050.

OpeN t W O reIN CHAmpION

shiney Outlaw (shiners Nickle x mereyda x Dual rey) won the Open two rein spectacular and the Open two rein with Jay mcLaughlin in the saddle for michelle Cannon. In the two rein, the combined 220.5 in the rein work and 225 down the fence earned $1,770.

NON prO t W O reIN CHAmpION

Catzby (High brow Cat x reymanising x Dual rey) and Jamie roberts captured the Non pro two rein with a 441.5 (r:219/C:222.5), earning $1,158 for the class.

NON prO t W O reIN reserVe CHAmpION

toni Hagen Heath and Ima One time Wonder (One time pepto x my Legend Del Cielo x gallo Del Cielo), owned by her husband Daniel, rode to a composite 437.5 (r:217.5/C:220) to earn reserve and $965.

YOutH brIDLe reserVe CHAmpION

emery pura and smart teena Cash (Very smart remedy x teena Cash Flo x Nu Cash) took the reserve with a 281.5 (r:143.6/C:138). the pair also won the Youth bridle spectacular and earned $700.

YOutH LImIteD CHAmpION / YOutH LImIteD reserVe CHAmpION - tIe mason beal rode unos smokin Chic (uno What time It Is x Dew It Flo x mr peponita Flo) to a 291 (r:144.5/C:146.5) for the Youth Limited win and $165 for owner, father ernie beal. the duo also won the Youth Limited spectacular and an additional $520.

YOutH LImIteD 13 & uNDer 1st pLACe

bryce barkemeyer piloted Fs smart boomer Chic (smart Chic Olena x boomers Lady Kiper x boomernic) to a 290.5 (r:146/C:144.5) for the first place in the Youth Limited 13 & under the pair scored a 436.5 to take reserve in the Youth Limited spectacular and an additional $390.

NON prO LImIteD CHAmpION

Lori Frampton-Crafton piloted DVA smart Dually (smart mate x Itty bitty Dually x Dual pep) to a 291 (r:146/C:145) to capture the Non pro Limited championship and $1,250 for owner Debbie Crafton. the pair earned $2,960 for their reserve win in the Non pro Limited spectacular.

6 IN STEPS SHOW READY

Advice from three veteran show managers can help reined cow horse sanctioned events put on top-notch shows that draw entries.

By KATE BRADLEY BYARS

YOU

MIGHT THINK THAT ALL YOU NEED TO PUT ON A REINED COW HORSE SHOW IS CATTLE AND A TRACTOR.

But what truly makes a show successful? What else is needed? Reined Cow Horse News reached out across the U.S. to find out what works best for National Reined Cow Horse Association events.

From the west coast, where Sophie Larsson manages shows for the Southern California Reined Cow Horse Association, California Cow Horse Association and the Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association, to Nebraska, where Todd Thieszen has made the Drought Buster show in McCook a success, we asked their advice on getting the right facility and crew of workers to host a fun show for the competitors. For an insider’s view of the premier events, Morgan Tweedy offered his tips for preparing local show competitors for the big lights of a major reined cow horse event.

There is little difference between a small show and a premier event – they’re just done on a bigger scale. “Small shows are the training ground for premier events,” said Tweedy, whose wife, Debbie, works with NRCHA awards. “No matter the size of the show, being on time makes it run smooth. If the tractor driver is ready to go in the pen the moment the last horse is done, that just starts fluidity. The routine is set, and then the competitors have that timing. Our riders know the format and know that as soon as

the tractor is out, the next rider is in the pen. Once you have a rider on a schedule, it rolls.”

From starting on time to locking in solid cattle help, these savvy show managers offer advice that is applicable to every weekend show.

1. FIND A FUNCTIONAL FACILITY

When cattle are involved in an equine event, it requires a facility with the features that include additional pens to house them, equipment to safely get them on and off the property as well as feeders to feed them. Hosting a reined cow horse show means finding a facility that checks the boxes on several “must have” items. It means more than simply having a covered arena with a tractor to drag the dirt.

For Thieszen, hosting a reined cow horse show in McCook was a no-brainer once a local rancher donated money to spruce up the area’s arena. But, the facility needed additional improvements. Using his experience wrangling and producing 4- events, Thieszen got to work soliciting change.

“We were pretty primitive when we started in 2002. We didn’t have very good

ground equipment or enough stalls to allow the show to be big,” he said. “What manages the facility here is our local fair board. We went to the fair board to convince them to add more and better stalls, but they didn’t believe we needed that. So, we went out to raise money for the first set of stalls. I reached out to everybody I knew that had ever been to a horse show and a local outfit did the stalls.

Then, we asked people to buy the stall for $500 donations and we put the sponsor on a nameplate on the stall. That’s how we did the first 25 stalls. When the fair board saw the stalls and saw the added revenue, they were on board. Next, it was something to get the ground good, but they thought the [equipment] they had was fine.

starring in operations management, today morgan tweedy is often seen at the back gate or in the arena during premier events.

eliminate complaints by putting money into good dirt-working equipment.

“Again, I raised some money and convinced them to buy a Kiser. The ground was good, then, and people wanted to have more shows.”

Added stalls meant more competitors from outside the area could attend the show, increasing entries. And, better ground meant less complaints. The ground is the number one complaint that show managers field, said Larsson. But the thing that draws in outsiders is the ability to stall or stay onsite.

“If you do get people from out of town, which at most of the shows I work, we do, then you need stalls and a few RV spots,” Larsson explained. “I have run into a problem at one show where we didn’t have stalls and our entries were down, and down by a lot. There were off-site stalls, but it was 20 minutes away. We lost entries. It is important to have a facility with stalls on the property.”

Finding a facility is only half the battle. Finding a reputable and reliable cattle supplier is the other half.

2. CATTLE, CATTLE, CATTLE

It wouldn’t be hard for a Nebraskan to find cattle, one would think. However, cattle that can be worked by a horse out of the herd or down the fence aren’t just any old roping steers. It can take connections and research to locate a supplier.

Thieszen used his connections from his day job as a loan officer to get the ball rolling on finding a good cattle supply pipeline. He recommends working the phones until you find the right contact.

“I have contact with a whole bunch of people and some of my customers are big cattle producers. They were willing to try [to provide cattle] for shows,” he explained. “Now, I have it down to two different producers that always have cattle that are of the same kind and type. For the Drought Buster, I get cattle from a guy that sends the cattle to grass 30 days

before the show. He keeps them there for me [and] feeds them in the lot for an extra 30 days. He buys cattle from Western South Dakota every year and the cattle are consistent.”

For the Drought Buster, Thieszen knows that he consistently needs about 350 to 400 head of cattle. His supplier keeps 500, sorting out ones that may be sick or not the type wanted in the reined cow horse arena.

“It works great for us. You have to build a relationship with someone who knows cattle and wants to help,” he said.

An early entry system allows for Thieszen to know how many horses will make runs per class. Therefore, he can estimate how many cattle he needs. Both Larsson and Thieszen rely on that early entry process.

“We know how big this show will be every year. I work with CRCA on this show, so we have a pretty good feel for it,” he explained. “We make everybody turn in entries the Friday before the show. By that time, we know several things: what class they’re showing in, how many bags of bedding and number of stalls, and when they’re arriving. Pre-entry has

been a huge timesaver and gives time for preparation. I usually bring an extra 20 head [of cattle] in case of late entries or just because.”

3. PRE-SHOW PREP

Horse showing is not cheap. Many competitors save money to show at a few large shows a year while others stick to smaller shows for more arena time. The key to having competitors plan to attend your show is communication.

Larsson said that as soon as the NRCHA approves the show schedule, it is put online at nrcha.com and on the affiliate’s site and social media pages.

“At our shows, we try to put up fliers for the next shows,” she explained. “Even at the last show of the year we post when the shows are going to be next year. It is important for people to be able to plan.”

Planning is priority for the show management and competitor. Online showbills allow competitors to know what their cost to show will be, and the manager can make facility plans.

“For the shows down here, we usually have all the information available at least a month before the show. If people

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want to enter, give them plenty of time to enter; more than a week before the show,” Larsson said. “Make it easy to enter the show and publicize it in plenty of time. Some shows I work, people call because they have a hard time finding the schedule or entry. But for me, those are the most important.”

Immediately prior to and at the event, continue communicating. Larsson said it shows that management is connected and cares.

“This may seem small, but I check the weather often. I check it a week before the show and, even if it’s sunny and warm, I make sure I post it on Facebook to alert competitors about water needs,” she said. “The same thing with rain. If it is going to rain, we want to know and have a plan if it rains. Then, you avoid a lot of phone calls and emails to keep people updated.

“The show schedule needs to be posted as soon as you have it. Tell competitors the class order, if there is a lunch break and other details. It eliminates a lot of questions in the show office if people know the schedule.”

4. PRIORITIZE PEOPLE

There are a few rules an NRCHAsanctioned event must follow, and one is to have a show secretary that is NRCHA approved. Other staff, such as the show manager and judge, need to be NRCHA members, but, the show manager usually has the ability to hire or gather their own crew. Finding people that are good at their individual jobs is key. You can’t have cattle help that ram and jam through a herd of cows, or a scribe that can’t add, or a tractor driver that doesn’t know dirt.

Many managers, like Larsson, have the same people work with them at every show. They’ve created a solid team that works together well and is a foundation for others to build upon.. Smaller shows

often rely on volunteers instead of paid personnel, and that works – but only when the expectations are communicated and performance is monitored. You can’t just turn a volunteer loose if they don’t know their job or have too many volunteers for the same position. If the back gate person changes multiple times during a show day, that inconsistency can negatively affect a smooth-running show.

You’ve heard the phrase “It takes a village…” well, it takes a team to run a successful reined cow horse show.

“I look forward to seeing my crew every time I meet up at a horse show. We work well as a team and it’s enjoyable,” Tweedy said. “It is all about being a team, no matter if you’re a volunteer or in a paid position. You all need to be on the same page.”

That goes for the back gate person, the tractor driver and the cattle crew. Shaving minutes off a show schedule is done through coordination.

“I am a stickler for knowing how long everything should go. We have it down that we can drag in less than five minutes,” Thieszen said. “When we drag 10 to 12 times a day, saving a couple minutes shortens the show by an hour. In the five minutes while I drag, my cattle crew has the old cow set out, the new cow set in and they are ready to go. For cutting, we have the next set of cattle standing in the building as the last set goes out. We work hard to shorten the show day by making sure we are ready, prepared and on time.”

And the loudest voice in the arena, the announcer, is key to making that schedule work.

5. STICK TO THE SCHEDULE

“I honestly feel like riders are happy to come and show and people have a better attitude when they know what to expect from a show,” Tweedy said. “That is my

goal, to move a show along and stay at the timeline.”

The timeline of events, or show schedule, is a Bible-like document for Tweedy, Thieszen and Larsson. From knowing how long it takes to drag the pen, to knowing what rider may take a little too long riding in or out of the arena, those wasted seconds, or minutes, add up.

“If a small show starts with a timeline and starts getting riders to help put the steers up, the timeline idea will take off because the show will run faster,” Tweedy said. “I have my open people come to me all the time to see my timeline to see when their next horse is going to go. A trainer with several non pros will use that schedule to get horses ready in a timely manner.”

But it isn’t only Tweedy at the back gate that is hyper-focused on the timeline. The show announcer has a lot to do with the event’s tempo. For NRCHA premier events, that falls on Darren Moore.

“If I am working the back gate, I am in constant contact with Darren. He will

sophie Larsson manages shows in Arizona and California.

tell me to slow up a few more seconds to get scores out, or to hurry up,” explained Tweedy. “The back gate person and announcer need to be in contact at all times. You keep a show rolling with communication. I always say it is like a wedding. People that get married remember that there was this or that problem, but done right, none of your guests see that. You might have little issues you are dealing with but you don’t want your audience to know that. I honestly feel like we do a really good job of that.”

Whether a televised event or a local show, the announcer is the voice that carries to the back of the practice pen or to the stalls. Letting riders know that draw X is in the pen every few rides keeps people prepared.

“If you’ve got a reining pattern where the next horse can come into the pen when the horse that finished is coming out, that helps save time. Saving 30 seconds a horse on 180 horses a day saves a ton of time,” reiterates Tweedy. “The back gate person is so important getting the next person in the pen. It is a pet peeve of mine to not have downtime.

You don’t want your judges to lose focus. It is like watching a commercial on TV; you drop your focus in the show you’re watching. I try to keep it moving along. You could add two or three hours to a show by having too much lull. You’re paying overtime for that judge. Move it along and everyone is happy.”

6. REMEMBER, HORSE SHOWING IS FUN

Conflict happens, whether you’re riding a horse or watching a football game. However, how the show management handles conflict directly affects whether or not a contestant will return to the show. One way the NRCHA handles complaints is the implementation of a show representative.

“First, the show manager needs to have a good attitude and be nice. Then, the point of contact, the show rep, needs to listen to all complaints. Have you seen the movie Roadhouse? In the movie, he says that he’s the cooler. When you have a confrontation, be nice—be the cooler,” Tweedy said. “You can settle things so much faster by being nice than by having

confrontation. Keep a NRCHA rulebook handy to look up issues, whether personal or arena issues.”

Having a fellow rider or trainer as the show representative can curtail complaints. If one rider thinks the ground is poor but the other’s horses are stopping, that complaint may never reach the tractor driver’s ears.

“You’re not fighting with the people putting on the show, you’re voicing your complaint to another contestant. It makes people think. It has diffused a lot of issues. If it is a legitimate complaint, we can solve it, but if its not, that rep can diffuse it,” said Tweedy. “No issue is settled by getting upset. You need someone to find out what the problem is and then work to fix it. Your goal is to keep competitors happy so they keep showing.”

For Larsson, surveying the competitors to find out what is working at a show and what needs improvement helps maintain high entry numbers. That and face time at the event.

“Be friendly. Go out and ask people if there is anything the show can do better,” she said. “Talk to people, be visible and be friendly. We are putting on horse shows for our people; they are there for us. We have to make sure whatever we do makes people happy.”

Thieszen agreed, stating that asking people what they need is his best tool to better the facility.

“I learn everything I need to know for the next show by asking the contestants,” he said.

Finally, remember, a horse show is just that, a show. View it like a carnival or a movie production. Keep it entertaining and people will want to return.

“You want good energy to continue, and don’t want loss of energy during a finals round,” said Tweedy. “Contestants, the crowd, everyone can build off that energy.”

Communicate with competitors as much as possible by posting the show schedule online and near the back gate. post other notices, too, such as upcoming shows.

Jump tHe WAter’s WArm IN,

Weekend shows are the perfect jumping-off point for newcomers, riders of all levels, and for tuning up green or seasoned horses. With insider tips, riders can find a circuit that suits their needs and develop long lasting friendships.

By Katie Navarra

Reined cow horse competitors rave over the weekend shows—it’s where friendships are made, mentors are found and valuable show ring lessons are experienced. If you’ve skipped the weekend circuits, here’s three reasons to try one this season, no matter if you’re new to the industry or a longstanding member.

mAKINg CONNeCtIONs

Southern California non pro Paul Yoder says he’s not an overly social person. However, at the smaller shows, the other competitors and trainers go out of their way to interact with one another and

provide encouragement throughout the weekend long event.

“Everybody is helpful to each other and everyone is out there to have fun,” he said. “We all want to place and make a little money if we can, but it’s about enjoying the show.”

Yoder is an active competitor who has surfed, golfed and played tennis. None of those other sports offered the same level of camaraderie as the reined cow horse shows, he said. He rides with Temecula, California, trainer Roy Rich, who encouraged Yoder to compete in all shows—large and small.

At weekend shows, competitors work hard to build friendships, learn the ropes of the cow horse industry and ramp up their skills.

“Everyone has been incredibly nice to me,” Yoder said. “The shows have a really great atmosphere.”

Riders all want to perform their best and leave with a check, but lower entry fees and less pressure provides more opportunity for casual interaction between all level of riders.

“Trainers are way more available to help at the weekend shows. The smaller shows are where I’ve really gotten to know a lot of trainers,” said Wayne Hanson. The Creston, Iowa, non pro operates Hanson Quarter Horses with his wife Michelle. They stand stallions Mr Dual Pep, Stylish Metallica and Lil Sisters Cat. The couple also owns several open horses that are shown by Iowa professional Luke Jones.

“At the bigger shows there is a lot of money on the line. Trainers often have several horses at the bigger shows and as soon as they’re done schooling one, they

have to get on the next one,” Hanson said. “They don’t always bring as many horses to the smaller shows and there’s not as much pressure so they have more time to interact.”

Finding a trainer is as much about connecting with a person’s disposition as it is hiring someone talented to develop a horse in the sport, Hanson said. The laidback nature of the weekend shows allows time for getting to know one another.

“If you’re going to work with someone you have to know they have a personality you can learn from,” Hanson said. “Weekend shows give riders an opportunity to get to know a trainer.”

2.

ENTRY LEVEL FRIENDLY

Every rider, regardless of how many titles they’ve won, was a novice at one point in time. Weekend shows are the perfect place for newcomers to gain confidence and learn the basics of the sport. The

Weekend shows build tight friendships among regional competitors.

Whether showing at a premier event on Sisters Little Cat or at a weekend show in his home state of Iowa, Wayne Hanson enjoys competing with his fellow cow horse enthusiasts.

Atlantic Reined Cow Horse Association caters to newcomers by hosting club classes that give riders an opportunity to learn and grow into being more comfortable at the national level.

“Our club classes have modifications like fewer spins and simple lead changes to give riders confidence to try reined cow horse,” said the organization’s president Frank Prisco, who is also a National Reined Cow Horse Association board member.

In addition to club classes, the boxing class gives riders new to reined cow horse an opportunity to participate and learn the fundamentals without going down the fence. Hanson started boxing until he felt ready for the fence work.

“The boxing is a tremendous place for starting out,” he said. “You get to do all the same things the big guys do in the non pro and open, you just don’t go down the fence.”

Yoder agrees that the boxing is a great way to get started in cow horse competition. And, he’s in no rush to move out of the division. He regularly competes in non pro limited classes with 30 to 35 riders. Continuing to compete in this division gives him an opportunity to continue improving his skills.

“I’m 64 and I’m happy with the boxing,” he said. “I’m hoping to get a few more buckles before going down the fence. Maybe in another year or so I’ll start going down the fence.”

Because weekend shows are smaller, the schedule is typically a bit more laidback and relaxed than that of a premier event. Yoder appreciates that there is plenty of time to warm up, get ready and study the pattern once you receive your draw. There’s even time for clinics and dinner activities like barbeques.

“Riders often take vacation days if they want to arrive early or stay for herd work clinics after the show concludes on Sunday,” Prisco acknowledged.

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BREAKING INTO A CIRCUIT

Finding the right weekend show circuit is as much about proximity and entry fees as it is about atmosphere and camaraderie. Hanson advised the best way to find a circuit that works for you is to meet other reined cow horse competitors and ask questions.

“I’ve told a lot of people this show may be good for them because it’s not too far away or this other show is maybe less expensive,” he said.

Sometimes it takes going to the first show. Once there you can assess if the show is a good fit and meet other riders who can offer advice on shows in your area. Sanctioned American Quarter Horse Association shows that offer boxing and cattle classes are another venue for learning more about reined cow horse activities.

“I’ve seen reiners at Quarter Horse shows interested in what we’re doing and ask how they can get started,”

Hanson said. “I can also get really good practice at those shows even though I’m not interested in their world shows.”

The NRCHA website is another resource for finding show information. The link nrcha.com/affiliate-events/ lists approved affiliate shows by date and also provides contact information. Not all events may appear on the national calendar listing. Connecting with a local affiliate can provide additional information. Find the affiliates near to you using NRCHA’s Affiliate Directory online at nrcha.com/nrcha-affiliate-directory.

The first step to success may be simply pulling out of the driveway with your trailer. Next stop, joining the weekend warrior club with like-minded cow horse competitors.

“I’m a high energy guy and horses are my outlet,” Hanson said. “If I wasn’t having fun I wouldn’t be doing it. The atmosphere at reined cow horse events is so positive, give it a try.”

Paul Yoder shows Leos Frosted Barbie under the sunny California sky. Yoder said that smaller shows are where he’s connected most with trainers who’ve offered him advice.

CORPORATE PARTNERS

As the official equine insurance company for the NRCHA, Markel has provided uninterrupted coverage for horses and horse-related risks for over four decades. Sharing your passion for horses and committed to the horse industry, Markel is an experienced company whose associates are horse people first and insurance people second. Their insurance products focus on protecting your horses, home, barn, tack and equipment. Whether you have one horse or an entire stable, board or train horses, Markel can fully protect you. Visit www. horseinsurance.com for more information on Markel’s products.

Platinum Performance is the Official Nutritional Supplement of the NRCHA! Platinum Performance, Inc. is the manufacturer of Platinum Performance Equine Wellness and Performance Formula, a comprehensive supplement rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, bioavailable trace minerals, amino acids and joint protective anti-inflammatory nutrients. This formula is designed to support the immune system, joints, bones, muscles, and provide sustained energy and enhanced performance. It is excellent for performance horses of all ages, broodmares, stallions and foals. Platinum Performance nutritional supplements were originally developed to decrease rehabilitation time after orthopedic surgeries, to speed bone growth and tissue healing, and reduce swelling complications. For more information, visit Platinum Performance at our website at www.PlatinumPerformance. com.

Dennis Moreland of Dennis Moreland Tack started his hand made tack business when he was a young cowboy. He realized there was a need for safe, well made, functional horse tack to be readily available to horsemen & horsewomen. This is Dennis’s 41st anniversary in the handmade tack business! He works closely with professional trainers and horsemen to design and test his equipment for functionality, fit and durability. From bridles to cinches, horse bits to spurs, he works hard to make this the best tack you’ve ever ridden. You can find everything you need for your horse at www.DMTack.com.

San Juan Ranch, a Division of Santa Cruz Animal Health, is rapidly becoming an industry leader in the distribution and development of Veterinary and Animal Health Care Products. As the official animal health and breeding supplier of the NRCHA, the company offers a wide range of products for the optimal care of performance horses, livestock and companion animals. The Animal Health product line includes a comprehensive, high-quality, affordable line of UltraCruz™Animal Health Supplements for horses, dogs and cats.

PEDIGREE® Food for Dogs. Everything we do is for the love of dogs. As the world’s largest dog food brand, our passion is to make the world a better place for dogs. We champion causes to help dogs find loving homes, and we are dedicated to understanding dogs’ needs to make sure every dog is fed well, because every dog deserves great nutrition. PEDIGREE® products include a wide variety of treats including DENTASTIX®, MARROBONE®, and JUMBONE®. PEDIGREE® brand is proud to be a corporate partner and the Official Pet Food of the National Reined Cow Horse Association. To find out more about PEDIGREE® brand visit www.pedigree.com.

Marty and Dustin Latta wanted to create a brand that creates custom items that are truly a legacy so that the items could be passed down from generation to generation. The Western Legacy Co. creates legacy items such as custom hats, custom boots, custom bags, custom belts and custom sports coats. All of our products are truly custom made with the best quality. We are proud to be a Texas legacy brand that is owned by a father and son duo. Legacies are earned, not bought.

We at Martin Saddlery are dedicated to giving you the most fit, function and value in a saddle.

Martin saddles are built by professionals, for professionals. Our saddles are designed to provide a better fit for your horse and specialized by discipline with the rider’s needs in mind. Each Martin saddle is hand-crafted and individually assembled by the finest of craftsmen. Often imitated, never matched. www.MartinSaddlery.com

Quarter Horse News is one of the most visible information vehicles in the horse world. Quarter Horse News – the News Magazine of the Performance Horse industry - is the only twice-monthly news magazine dedicated to the Western horse industry. For information visit the website at www.quarterhorsenews.com.

Nutrena® provides one of the world’s most comprehensive lines of equine nutritional products, including SafeChoice®, Vitality®, Life Design®, Empower® and XTN®. As part of the world’s largest equine nutrition company, Nutrena® offers advanced nutrition research, technology, unmatched resources and decades of experience to its customers. Since 1921, Nutrena® has been providing premier products and services to consumers throughout North America and is proud to be the Official Equine Feed of AQHA, an AAEP Educational Partner as well as the Official Feed of the NRCHA.

Team up with Classic Equine and PLAY TO WIN! Classic Equine is the official horse boot and saddle pad brand of the NRCHA, and there is a reason we are the standard equipment of performance champions. Just ask the professionals. Serious competitors care about their horse’s health and soundness. Classic Equine offers a variety of innovative and protective products including saddle pads, cinches, support boots and bell boots. All products are manufactured to the highest standards for quality and value. After all, the creation of a product line that satisfies the serious competitor’s high expectations of performance is what Classic Equine is all about. With input from many of today’s leading riders, each product is designed and tested for function, fit, durability and value. That is why when it comes to the horse’s protection and comfort for training and competition, champions prefer Classic Equine. For more information visit our website at www.classicequine.com or call 1-800-654-7864.

Don Rich Custom Saddles are specifically designed for use in the Western performance horse industry with an emphasis on reined cow horse, cutting, ranch horse, and reining events. Choose from our beautiful selection of saddles in stock, or place a custom order.

Welcome to DC Cow Horse Gear, located in Alpine, Tennessee. We pride ourselves in offering the highest quality handmade tack, braided rawhide, bits, and saddle pads for use in the western performance horse industry with an emphasis on reined cow horse, cutting, ranch horse, and reining events. Our business is mainly web and trade-show based, but feel free to contact us to make an appointment to stop in and check out our selection of great products.

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DT Horses, “The Elite Brand,” owned and operated by Dean and Leslie Tuftin, is located in beautiful Bend, Oregon. They are proud to be the presenting sponsor of the NRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman. Already an established breeding and training program for world champion rope horses, DT Horses has strengthened its reined cow horse industry presence with the addition of NRCHA Champion Hickory Holly Time to its stallion roster in 2016. Under the guidance of DT Horses’ resident trainer, leading NRCHA Professional Kelby Phillips, the DT Horses program seeks out the best genetics in the performance horse industry, to create versatile champions for every arena. Find them on the web at www.DTHorses.com.

The Nutro Company is a leading manufacturer of natural pet food products sold exclusively at pet specialty stores, and the Official Pet Food food of the National Reined Cow Horse Association. The company has been making premium pet food for more than 80 years and is dedicated to quality, excellence and innovation in dog and cat nutrition offering healthful formulas for every pet’s life stage, activity level and size. The Nutro Company’s family of brands includes MAX® dog and cat food, NATURAL CHOICE® dog and cat food, and ULTRA™ food for dogs in addition to the GREENIES® brands, which include the #1 veterinary recommended pet specialty dental chews, and PILL POCKETS® and JOINT CARE® treats. For more information, please visit www.thenutrocompany.com and www.greenies.com.

Wear Cinch to Win! It’s the Official Clothing of the NRCHA! Lead...don’t follow and wear the choice of champions - Cinch jeans and shirts. When performance counts, the members of the NRCHA turn to Cinch jeans. Cinch is the brand of choice for some of the world’s best horse trainers like Bob Avila, Teddy Robinson and Todd Bergen. Why? Because Cinch jeans offer the kind of fit and comfort that allow riders to focus on the work at hand. Plus Cinch jeans and shirts always look good. You’ll find Cinch jeans and shirts at your favorite Western store or via catalog. Or, visit www. cinchjeans.com to find the retailer nearest you. “Cinch up” with Cinch jeans and shirts. Wear the choice of champions.

Established in 1883, Texas-bred Lucchese uses timehonored craftsmanship techniques to build handmade boots of unrivaled quality, fit, comfort and style. In virtually every step of our bootmaking process, we rely on human hands to complete centuries-old tasks to perfection. Visit our web site at www.lucchese.com

American Paint Horse Association - Marked For Greatness! We inspire, nurture, promote and provide meaningful experiences to generations interested in preserving the versatile Paint Horse. The APHA is proud to be an alliance partner of the National Reined Cow Horse Association. Learn more about the breed and the benefits of membership at www.APHA. com.

The NRCHA is happy to continue our partnership with Shorty’s Caboy Hattery. Shorty’s takes pride in creating custom hats, hand-made with dedication to the true tradition of the Western cowboy. The entire Shorty’s team stands by the value and tradition that defines the spirit of cowboys and cowgirls everywhere. They make cowboy hats the right way: from top-quality materials and loving care in every hat. Find them on the web at shortyshattery.com.

Complete oral care is important for your dog’s total body health and can add years to their lifespan. GREENIES™ Canine Dental Chews are proven to clean dogs’ teeth by fighting both plaque and tartar buildup, freshening breath, and maintaining healthier teeth and gums. Designed for daily treating, our dental chews are low in fat and nutritionally complete for adult dogs.

The American Quarter Horse Association, located in Amarillo, Texas, is the world’s largest equine breed registry and membership organization.

AQHA members share a passion for the American Quarter Horse and the vast lifestyle created by the world’s most popular horse. The AQHA is an alliance partner of the National Reined Cow Horse Association. Explore the AQHA’s many resources on the web at www.AQHA.com.

Gist Silversmiths: Crafting a Legend Piece by Piece - Gist Silversmiths is proud of its partnership with the NRCHA as its “Official Silversmith”. For 40 years, Gist has been considered the industry leader in customized trophy and award buckles for champions of all disciplines. Gist Silversmiths believes there is no substitute for the finest in quality, superior craftsmanship and reliable service. Attention to detail is evident in each of their finely sculpted motifs and logos; quality enhanced by unique buckle designs. An award buckle is presented to commemorate a significant achievement and each recipient should be honored with a buckle reflecting the pride of a champion. For more information, visit the Gist Silversmiths website at www.gistsilversmiths.com.

Discount Tire/America’s Tire, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, is the world’s largest tire and wheel retailer, doing business as Discount Tire in most of the U.S. and America’s Tire in Oregon, and parts of Washington and California. The company currently operates more than 875 stores across the country. In 2010, Discount Tire/America’s Tire marked its 50th year in business. Serving more than 40 million customers, the company has built its success on the motto: “Be fair, be truthful, work hard, be there on time and help people.” For more information about Discount Tire/America’s Tire, visit discounttire.com or americastire.com.

Bloomer is the “Official Horse Trailer” of the NRCHA. Bloomer Trailers has raised the bar in the horse trailer industry. “If you can dream it, we can build it,” is the company slogan. Bloomer offers the highest quality standards of any trailer manufacturer and backs it up with a 10 year structural warranty. For information, see your local Bloomer Trailer dealer or visit www.bloomertrailers.com.

Rios of Mercedes, the Official Boot of the National Reined Cow Horse Association, is one of the last truly handmade all leather boots produced in the United States. There is no secret to making top quality boots. All you need is the finest leather and true bootmakers with years of experience and the desire to be the best at their craft. Rios has remained true to its roots by making boots for folks who are involved in performance and working horses, raise livestock and in general make their living outdoors. Rios has never cheapened their product by taking shortcuts, lowering standards or chasing fashion trends. We make boots for people who know what a pair of boots is intended for: all day comfort whether horseback or afoot. Visit www.riosofmercedes.com to see some of the styles we offer through our retailers.

Bob’s Custom Saddles are ridden and endorsed by the best of the best in competitive Western riding sports today. Our superior craftsmanship and attention to detail have made our reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping, ranch, trail and show saddles the preferred choice of professional riders from around the world. Saddle up with us on the web at www.BobsCustomSaddles.com.

A CORRECT CAVESSON

there’s more to a cavesson than meets the eye.

Cavessons are used to help keep horses from opening their mouths to evade the pressure of the bit. But there’s a lot more to a cavesson than that! Dennis Moreland asked Wade Meador, of Wade Meador Performance Horses in Marietta, Oklahoma, to share his thoughts on using a cavesson on a reined cow horse.

Some colts want to open their mouths when they’re learning to respond to pressure on the bit. Some older horses

have gotten in the habit of opening their mouths to evade the bit. When they do this, they brace the muscles in their jaws, explained Wade. He went on to say this bracing goes from the jaw, all the way down the back and into the legs.

“A cavesson that fits and is adjusted correctly will apply pressure on the nose and jaw when the horse opens its mouth. This pressure can help the horse to relax its jaws and lower its head rather than brace,” said Wade. “This has a relaxing effect all the way through the body.”

Wade said he always starts with a flat leather cavesson on colts. He’ll step up from there, when necessary, as the colt progresses.

“Always start with the mildest piece of equipment that will work. When introducing a cavesson to a colt, adjust the noseband so there is plenty of room around the nose. A colt needs to be able to open its mouth, chew and learn to carry the bit. You want that colt to be comfortable,” said Wade. “In the beginning, you want to adjust the cavesson so the noseband lays right under the prominent cheekbones. In this position the colt can open its mouth and move

NrCHA professional Wade meador demonstrates checking the tightness of a cavesson on a horse’s nose.

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its jaws more than if the cavesson was placed lower on the nose. You always want to adjust it so you can get a couple of fingers under it and adjust it looser than that in the beginning.”

As a horse progresses in training you can slowly lower the cavesson on the nose to about midway between the cheekbones and mouth. Wade cautioned that if you go too low on the nose, when the reins are pulled, the sides of the lips can get pinched between the bit and the cavesson.

“It’s important to watch the response of your horses when you adjust anything. They will tell you if something is wrong. You may also want to experiment with a cavesson that will apply more pressure as the horse progresses,” said Wade. “You’ll still want to be able to get one or two fingers between the cavesson and the horse’s nose regardless of the cavesson or stage of training.”

The headstall of a well-made cavesson will lay behind the bridle’s headstall and not interfere with any part of the bridle. A cavesson can help keep a horse relaxed and comfortable so it can learn and perform at its highest level. Always work with your horses on the ground when trying new equipment, including cavessons, to be sure they accept the equipment.

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LUCK OF THE DRAW

You win some and you lose some, and often, where you draw contributes to the outcome.

The luck of the draw isn’t often discussed but it’s a real, integral part of the game. Not just in the National Reined Cow Horse Association but in most competitive events where horses are involved. Racing? The post position has an influence on the outcome of the race. Barrel racing? The draw has a lot to do if you run on the fresh ground or not. Even team penning, where the luck comes from drawing the same numbered cattle that are close together when the number is called, relies on it. A positive approach to a poor draw, whether it involves animals or draw order, has a lot to do with success in the long run.

In the NRCHA, the luck of the draw affects our three separate disciplines differently.

First, the herd work: Horses that draw up early in a herd of cattle have the opportunity to cut from more fresh cattle. The deeper the draw, the less fresh cattle, and the odds for success are slightly lower. On the other side, a positive point, the exhibitor that works towards the end of the draw in a herd of cattle and has the same type work as an exhibitor that drew up in the first part of the herd could score higher because of the degree of difficulty that the draw presented. The other form of luck in the herd work revolves around the quality of cattle in that particular herd. Two herds of cattle can come from the

same place and react totally different when put in a show environment. That’s luck!

Next, the rein work: The luck of the draw probably affects the reined work less than the two disciplines that involve cattle. The deeper the draw, the more the ground is disturbed. The advantage to being later in the draw is you get to see how the pattern rides and where the ground seems to be the best.

Finally, the cow work: One year at the Salinas Rodeo I drew the best animal, by far, to work. I won the prelims and had big dreams of winning a coveted Salinas Buckle. In the finals I couldn’t have drawn worse. No excuses, but “luck of the draw” beat me as much as anything—I couldn’t wait to try it again the next year.

The challenge is to stay positive when you don’t get the best draw. To work a bad cow good separates the wheat from the chaff and should give the exhibitor great satisfaction even though they probably didn’t win all the money. Greg Ward had the ability to make a bad cow look like a good cow when he worked it. He did this time after time where you almost expected it to happen. The judging challenge was always to recognize and reward him for making something so difficult look so easy.

Luck always seems to raise its head quite a bit at the Snaffle Bit Futurity®.

Riders come from the middle of the pack to win because of it, and riders at the top of the leader board after the first two rounds end up back in the pack because of it. They keep coming back, and sooner or later it usually ends up positively. All because of that pesky luck of the draw.

Four or five years ago at the Timed Event Championship in Guthrie, Oklahoma, Trevor Brazile was in the lead by at least 20 seconds. All he had to do was bulldog one more steer. The problem was he drew the one steer that no one was able to bulldog successfully. I watched how he acted, nothing in his demeanor would let you know that he drew this bad steer that would probably keep him from winning. He gave the steer the good old college try, but he couldn’t get it done either. I ran into Trevor at the Rancho Vistadores trail ride the next year and I asked him about that steer. He said, “You win some and you lose some; that’s the luck of the draw.”

Until next time, Bill Enk NRCHA

Director of Judges

Wild looking cow? You may be out of luck.

JUDGES LIST

as of April 15, 2019 Name City State Country Phone

Susan S. Abel Lamoille NV

775-753-3120

Andy B. Adams Gerber CA 530-200-2229

Randall D. Alderson Sharpsville IN 765-432-9586

Blue R. Allen Alamosa CO 719-221-6098

Jeff Allen Scott City KS 402-657-6585

Lyn Anderson Madera CA 559-304-0930

Ron K. Anderson Calgary AB CANADA 403-249-8215

Karen R. Arlin Escalon CA 209-602-4987

Billy Arthur Okeechobee FL 910-290-3426

Lavert Avent Elbert CO 505-429-7180

David K. Avery Amarillo TX 806-679-0722

B. J. Avila Whitesboro TX 580-224-1242

Bob C. Avila Temecula CA 503-784-2513

Jane A. Bagley Dimmitt TX 806-647-8303

ssabel@citlink.net

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eightycutter@yahoo.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

randallald@aol.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

blueallen@gojade.org Judge: 2A

jeffallenquarterhorses@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

lynanderson130@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

ron.anderson@hotmail.ca Judge: 1A

karlin.ka49@gmail.com Judge: 1A

billyarthur57@icloud.com Judge: 1A

laperformancehorses@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

dkavery13@gmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

norestforthewicked@aol.com Judge: 1A

bob@bobavila.net Judge: 3A

bagleyperformancehorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Lance A. Baker Amarillo TX 806-683-4145 labaker3@suddenlink.net Judge: 1A-AQHA

Ben Baldus Bowie TX 940-923-7255 bencameronbaldus@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Margo Lea Ball Fort Collins CO 970-227-8233

Brad W. Barkemeyer Scottsdale AZ 480-620-4759

Paul E. Barnes Minden NV 775-267-5852

margolball@aol.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

bbarkemeyer@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

barnescutting@aol.com Judge: 1A

Francesca Baron Lemoore CA 559-817-2002 francescabaron@aol.it Judge: 1A

Tomas Barta Vienna AUSTRIA (43) 650 201 8033 tomas.barta@quarterhorses.at Judge: 1A

Maik Bartmann D-67574 Osthofen GERMANY (49) 172 624 8016 info@VineyardRanch.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Jaime C. Beamer Weatherford TX 940-902-5755 beamerhorses@live.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Michael W. Bednarek Jamesville NY 315-243-4387 sbednarek@windstream.net Judge: 2A-AQHA

Chris C. Benedict Weatherford TX 682-333-4999 chrisb6080@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Jerry M. Beukelman Nampa ID 208-863-5769 jbeuk1233@aol.com Judge: 1A

Darren N. Bilyea Staffa ON CANADA 780-273-0339 dbilyea@hotmail.ca Judge: 1A

Adam L.R. Blackmon Abbotsford BC CANADA 250-378-7677 abperformancehorses@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Mario Boisjoli Gig Harbor WA 805-217-4506 marioboisjoli@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Robin M. Bond San Marcos CA 858-445-8857 robinbondequine@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Paul C. Bonnello Santa Ynez CA 530-903-0633 paul_bonnello@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Jan Boogaerts 2260 Westerlo BELGIUM 32 497589940 boogaerts.jan@pandora.be Judge: 1A

Ricky Bordignon Motta Motta di Costabissara VI ITALY (39) 348 380 6676 ricky.bordignon@gmail.com Judge: 2A

John W. Boudreaux Abbeville LA 337-356-6206 agnesplantation@bellsouth.net

Roger A. Braa Ellensburg WA 206-793-2681 rogerswings@elltel.net

Sarah A. Bradley Richmond IN 765-969-9901 sarahsambradley@aol.com

Donnie Bricker Temecula CA 951-760-6992 brickerponies@aol.com

John Briggs Pilot Point TX 940-368-5733 jbjboftx@aol.com

Aaron C. Brookshire Millsap TX 805-975-7190 abrookshirecowhorses@gmail.com

Brenda H. Brown Temecula CA 951-491-4402 don@hvacaircommand.com

Stephen F. Brown Millsap TX 419-429-9359 4branchtexas@gmail.com

Monty L. Bruce Northwood IA 507-456-0299 mbtc02@msn.com

Judge: 2A

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Judge: 1A-AQHA

Judge: 2A

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Judge: 2A

Tom B. Buckingham Bruneau ID 208-599-3611 tcbsbucks@msn.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Rod L. Burr Turlock CA 209-648-2596 rodburrperformancehorses@gmail.com

Judge: 1A

Brandon C. Buttars Snowville UT 435-279-0772 27cowhorse@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Kathy Callahan-Smith Wildomar CA 909-229-5459 kcsequestrian@aol.com Judge: 1A

Bill B. Campbell Dutton MT 406-868-1413 campbelltraining@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Antonino Cancellieri San Nattaro Sesia ITALY (39)33987206 cowboy04@libero.it

Judge: 1A

Marvin “Butch” Carse Davenport FL 863-207-1240 bcarse818@verizon.net Judge: 1A-AQHA

Joe A. Carter Saint George ON CANADA 519-732-0219 j.carter@execulink.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Allison Chapman (Blevins) Templeton CA 805-286-1102 allisoncblevins@yahoo.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Dolly R. Chayer Sperry OK 918-625-8337 dollychayer@sbcglobal.net Judge: 1A-AQHA

Rick Chayer Sperry OK 918-706-1043 dollychayer@sbcglobal.net Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Justin K. Cherry New Plymouth ID 208-602-1936 cherryperformancehorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Ian A. Chisholm Weatherford TX 817-304-0289 ianchisholm@sbcglobal.net Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Berry Clanton Bakersfield CA 760-937-2734 escueladelosviejos@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Bonnie Jo Clay Tioga TX 940-367-3245 clayquarterhorses@yahoo.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Dale E. Clearwater Hanley SK CANADA 306-544-7660 justaboutaranch@gmail.com

Judge: 1A

Billy Cochrane Sanger CA 559-286-5600 wocochrane@yahoo.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Sandra M. Collier Santa Maria CA 805-350-1869 sandy@sandycollier.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Jill L. Cook Erie CO 303-709-0276 cookcowhorse@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Dawn Coons Cat Spring TX 979-732-4297 dcoons2004@aol.com Judge: 2A

Cal Cooper Phoenix AZ 602-625-1643 calcooper14@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Debbie P. Cooper Cave Creek AZ 480-363-3047 coop2479@aol.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Abby Cosenza Scottsdale AZ 602-524-8571 cabbysilver@aol.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Marc A. Cosenza Scottsdale AZ 602-524-8571 cabbysilver@aol.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

David B. Costello Santa Ynez CA 559-333-1470 outbackpaso1@gmail.com

Camille H. Courtney Franktown CO 720-390-8434 ccourtney@ranchocortinaproperties.com

Judge: 2A

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Jeremy Cox Pleasant Plains AR 870-307-7810 coxjammie@yahoo.com Judge: 2A

Leigh Cragg Bathurst NSW AUSTRALIA (61) 0424 272 759 leigh.cragg@outlook.com Judge: 1A

Dee Craig Star ID 208-989-1299 deecraig2@aol.com Judge: 1A

Frank E. Craighead Weatherford TX 817-565-5375 frankcraighead@yahoo.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Todd Crawford Blanchard OK 405-229-6053 ride@crawfordperformancehorses.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Tom E. Crowley Kellogg MN 651-380-9194 tom.crowley@ministryhealth.org Judge: 2A-AQHA

Michael C. Damianos Oak View CA 805-701-0338

MichaelDamianos@roadrunner.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Matthew M. Davison Hillsboro WI 608-343-3534 davisoncowhorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Chris C. Dawson Perrin TX 940-902-4242 Judge: 2A

Lee C. Deacon Marietta OK 940-284-5495

leedeacon89@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Shawn S. Deal Caldwell ID 208-369-3038 sdealperformancehorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Augusto DeFazio Rivarolo Canaves 10086 ITALY (39) 338 886 0657 ottodefazio@yahoo.it Judge: 2A

Gwendolyn Deiss Okeechobee FL 772-370-2997 cap0117@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Laurel Walker Denton Skull Valley AZ 928-379-1150 barubarranch@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Russell A. Dilday Wynnewood OK 559-359-2637 russell@dildayranch.com Judge: 3A

David J. Dillman Calhan CO 505-660-7054

Delena Doyle Azle TX 817-614-6413

ddillman68@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

doyleranchtex@yahoo.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Frederick M. Drayer Le Grand CA 209-761-1134 frederickdrayer@wildblue.net Judge: 2A

Janette M. Dublin San Angelo TX 817-776-7129 jmsteffl63@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Jim Dudley Columbia MO jimdudleyqh@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Al Dunning Scottsdale AZ 602-361-8803 al@aldunning.com Judge: 3A

Michael S. Edwards Monroe WA 360-805-6616 2mmeqh@gmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Ron E. Emmons Ione CA 209-418-8080

ladonadare@me.com Judge: 2A

Bill Enk Paso Robles CA 805-610-2462 enk.bill@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Terry L. Erickson Rigby ID 208-569-7798 teperformancehorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Yonnel Estival Vitry-aux-Loges FRANCE (33) 238 59316 contact@kingsvalley-qh.com Judge: 1A

Nick Faint Tamworth NSW AUSTRALIA (116) 1438 530 282 njfventures@outlook.com Judge: 1A

Kathie Ferrante Somis CA 805-276-4892 ferranteranch@aol.com Judge: 1A

Buddy B. Fisher Abilene TX 325-669-0055 fisherbb@prodigy.net Judge: 2A-AQHA

Tony M. Fisher Murphy ID 208-550-1733 tstsfisher@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Juli Fitch Arbon ID 208-251-6737 tfranch@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Todd D. Fitch Arbon ID 208-251-2171 tfranch@hotmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Jimmy A. Flores Perris CA 951-218-8306 jfloresph@aol.com Judge: 1A

Jack E. Forsberg Snowville UT 435-279-7220 m_forsberg@comcast.net Judge: 1A

Leo W. Fourre Scottsdale AZ 612-501-3456 sharon4a2@aol.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Ryan P. Gallentine Belle Plaine MN 952-769-7061 rgallentine32@aol.com Judge: 1A

Jason Gay Parma ID 801-791-6485 jgtwirlin@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Enrico Giaretta Lendinara RO ITALY (39) 439 8661691 giaretta@k-adriatica.it Judge: 1A

Taylor C. Gillespie Rosston TX 719-439-3505 taylorcgillespie@gmail.com Judge: 1A

David W. Glaser Parma ID 208-989-5404 dhranch3@gmail.com Judge: 3A

Mona Goransson Kristinehamn SE SWEDEN (46) 550 19984 quarter.hill@telia.com Judge: 1A

Jay Gordon Duri NSW AUSTRALIA (61) 049 091 5094 jbeperformancehorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Rebecca L. Gordon Duri NSW AUSTRALIA (61) 049 091 5094 jbeperformancehorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Jake D. Gorrell Porterville CA 559-679-5014 jake@jakegorrell.com Judge: 1A

Jerry D. Gorrell Glenns Ferry ID 208-599-7373 jerry@snakeriverprop.com

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Carl Gould Asher OK 559-760-2017 carlandkathy@gould.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Mark E. Guynn Berthoud CO 303-907-1007 guynntraining@gmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Tom A. Hagwood Ontario OR 307-575-2712 mustangmillionmerv@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Kirk L. Hall Edgemont SD 605-431-3607 14cowhorse@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Derek Hanscome New Glasgow NS CANADA 902-759-4533 dphans@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Stacy K. Hanson Simi Valley CA 307-690-5642 stacy_hanson@rocketmail.com Judge: 1A

Bobby G. Harrison Williams Lake BC CANADA 903-814-1248 harrisonranch@aol.com

Tracey A. Hatakeyama Atascadero CA 805-801-9100 traceyhatakeyama@yahoo.com

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Philipp M. Haug Adorf/Gettengruen DE GERMANY (49) 171 793 1441 info@pm-haug.de Judge: 1A

Susanne Haug Trochtelfingen DE GERMANY (49) 171 719 5692 susanne_haug@t-online.de Judge: 1A

Jonathan D. Hawthorne Slaughter LA 830-317-6104 hawthornecowhorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Terrill Heaton Las Vegas NV 702-281-2868 terrillheaton@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Guy Heintz High River AB CANADA 403-601-3691 rafterhranche@yahoo.ca Judge: 1A

Robin L. Henrichs McCook NE 402-649-2342 henrichsrl@gmail.com

Jay G. Henson Hugoton KS 620-544-6919 wbarhtrainingstables@yahoo.com

Jason R. Hershberger Litchfield Park AZ 602-284-0836 jnhershberger@msn.com

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James F. Hitt Elizabeth CO 303-917-4119 jimhittreg8@msn.com Judge: 1A

Linda K. Hitt Elizabeth CO 303-917-4121 jimlinhitt@msn.com

Geoff M. Hoar Red Deer County AB CANADA 403-588-4630 ghoar@airenet.com

Shawn Holden Pollok TX 409-781-5295 armadillo25@live.com

Wayne Holt Argyle TX 940-391-7330 holtranch1@gmail.com

Kevin Hood Penrose CO 719-250-6465 khood.office@gmail.com

Jan Hoskin Hay Pinnacle NC 940-391-6327 aussiedog3@msn.com

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Doug Huls Skull Valley AZ 480-390-6867 doughulsscc@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Bobby Hunt Comfort TX 281-433-5310 huntb281@aol.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Bobby C. Ingersoll Reno NV 775-225-9719 bobby@bobbyingersoll.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Doug R. Ingersoll Lincoln CA 916-812-7056 ingersollranch@hotmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Mary K. Ingwerson Omaha NE 402-616-1118 maryingwers@aol.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Lyle A. Jackson Cochrane AB CANADA 403-542-6913 lylejackson55@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Caleb J. Jantz Nyssa OR 208-590-0855 jantzcaleb@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Chris D. Jeter Perrin TX 817-247-7013 cdjeter@msn.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Sandy L. Campbell Jirkovsky Whitesboro TX 308-440-9627 jbarstraining@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Brandy Johnson Bowling Green KY 270-849-7770 harpertrainingstables@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Drake J. Johnson Wray CO 970-597-0117 drakejjohnson@gmail.com

Lance B. Johnston Lindsay CA 805-550-8387 tammyj04@msn.com

Ann Judge Bennett CO 303-907-4782 annjudgewegener@netecin.net

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Robbin Jung Farmington UT 801-231-6343 junghorses@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

W Michael Jung Farmington UT 801-647-1059 junghorses@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Bob J. Kail Scottsdale AZ 209-327-3251

Emil Karlsson Tidaholm SE SWEDEN (46) 722 437518

Larry H. Kasten River Falls WI 715-441-9549

Bruce F. Keller Worland WY 307-388-4177

bobkail@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

monqh@hotmail.com

lhdgkasten@gmail.com

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brucekeller1252@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Brad W. Kelsall Ocala FL 352-598-1509 bradkelsall@yahoo.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Sarah Lyn Kennedy Auburn CA 530-906-4447

Tony S. Kennedy Tuppers Plains OH 740-516-1985

Jeremy S. Knoles North Platte NE 806-330-1701

Ramona J. Koch Paicines CA 831-801-7212

skhorsetraining@gmail.com Judge: 1A

lonesomeoakranch@windstream.net Judge: 1A

jsknoles@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

ramona.koch@live.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Cindy Lapp Yucca Valley CA 760-964-2373

Eugenio Latorre Caatellbell i El vilar

SPAIN (34) 629 023 988

Teresa J. Lauth Eyota MN 507-269-7454

Fredy Laval Pollinnay FR FRANCE (33) 671 943 497

Mark A. Lecy Rushford MN 507-459-0402

Patrice A. Lee Frederick CO 303-801-7287

Rick LeMay Torre-Pachezo Murcia

SPAIN (46) 708 371 378

callenlapp@aol.com Judge: 1A

eugenioreiners@gmail.com Judge: 2A

barlstable@aol.com Judge: 1A

fredylaval@orange.fr Judge: 1A

summitranch@acegroup.com Judge: 1A

pattilee782@gmail.com Judge: 1A

lemayqh@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Bobby E. Lewis Overbrook OK 940-727-2995 Judge: 3A

Matthew Livengood Nampa ID 206-853-9919

Tack Louthan Elbert CO 970-846-9848

mdlivngood@aol.com Judge: 1A

louthancowhorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Mike W. Lund Atascadero CA 805-801-7166 lunds5@hotmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Morgan R. Lybbert Valley View TX 940-727-4089 mrlybbert@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Tye MacDonald Belgrade MT 406-581-8695 info@macdonaldperformancetraining.com Judge: 1A

Manuela Maiocchi Pavia IT ITALY (39) 335 531 1527 manumaio28@libero.it Judge: 1A

Richard Marine Chatillon sur Chalaronne FR FRANCE (33) 778 357 146 marinerichard@ymail.com Judge: 1A

Gary J. Martinez Longmont CO 303-881-2815 svtcgary@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Amy B. Marx Beloit WI 608-797-2973

George Maschalani Erbach-Rossbach DE GERMANY (49) 606 263 131

Filippo Masi Monteroni D’Arbia SI ITALY (39) 335 654 9873

Mark P. Matson Temecula CA 951-852-5250

Rick D. Maxson Monkey Island OK 918-688-8483

Dan E. Mayer Ephraim UT 435-979-3059

Robert Cody McArthur Strathmore AB CANADA 403-771-4112

Tom McBeath Union MS 601-624-3050

Shaun T. McBride Cape Coral FL 614-519-5969

Jim McCarty Murrieta CA 909-225-9730

John J. McCarty Gaviota CA 805-708-2050

Tami L. McClure Caldwell ID 208-870-7121

Sunni Ann McCormick Temecula CA 951-453-7386

Karen McCuistion Wilson OK 580-220-7755

marxperformancehorses@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

george@freestyleranch.de Judge: 1A

Filippomasi67@gmail.com

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matsonperformance@hotmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

rickmaxson@hotmail.com Judge: 2A

betty.mayer@live.com Judge: 2A

mcarthur76@gmail.com

mcbeathsales@aol.com

smcbride1313@gmail.com

jim@mccartyranch.com

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Judge: 1A

jjmccarty@aol.com Judge: 1A

mcluretrainingstables@gmail.com Judge: 1A

sundogger@ymail.com Judge: 1A

karen.mccuistion@gmail.com Judge: 3A

Gretchen L. McDaniel Durham CA 530-370-4705 mtctraining@aol.com Judge: 1A

Mike McEntire Ione CA 919-631-2466 mcentirereininghorses@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Chele A. McGauly Elm Grove LA 318-347-3317 threeriversqh@aol.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Jay McLaughlin Clarendon TX 417-861-6963 jmjaym874@aol.com Judge: 1A

Kathleen L. McPhaul Golden CO 970-371-7199 mcphaulkathleen@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Jeremy Meador Star ID 208-850-3456 jeremymeador@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Alessandro Meconi Castel Gandolfo Rome IT ITALY (39) 328 482 4626 info@alexmeconi.com Judge: 1A

Jack M. Mervin Blanchard ID 208-651-0482 jm1strateranch@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Rich Mervin Rathdrum ID 208-660-4497 studentofthehorse@yahoo.com

Bonnie Miller Lady Lake FL 315-573-4030 bjmhorses@aol.com

Darren L. Miller Watkins CO 303-601-5483 dmillerstables@aol.com

Judge: 1A

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Mike E. Miller Collinston UT 435-770-6668 mikemillerhorsemanship@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Allen R. Mitchels Michigan City IN 219-898-5010 allenmitchels@yahoo.com

Jacky Molliex-Donjon Villette d’Anthon FR FRANCE (33) 617 452 636 jmolliex@gmail.com

Alessandro Monaldi Corciano IT ITALY (39) 349 315 1527 alemona78@gmail.com

James L. Montgomery Veyo UT 801-721-0001 jtmontgomery@live.com

Peter A. Morgan Reddick FL 352-302-1618 mbscr@hotmail.com

John P. Murphy Wetaskiwin AB CANADA 780-216-2000 john_p_murphy@ymail.com

Tom E. Neel Millsap TX 940-859-6585 neelranch@gmail.com

Ricky Nicolazzi Scottsdale AZ 530-615-7755 anna.nicolazzi@gmail.com

Connie C. O’Brien Winnemucca NV 775-761-7876 obrien@winnemucca.net

Jamie L. Olson Bloomfield NE 402-640-2824 micaolson@yahoo.com

Gay Lynn Owens Creston IA 641-202-5004 owensqh@msn.com

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Bradley A. Pagh Ocala FL 352-361-4723 slideforever@aol.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

John S. Palleria Eagle ID 208-573-0193 jpalleria@yahoo.com

John R. Pascoe Irvine CA 714-745-9725 john@pascoecpa.com

Jason M. Patrick Steamboat Springs CO 970-846-5455 horses@whisperingwillowsranch.com

Judge: 1A

Judge: 1A

Judge: 1A

Bret J. Paulick Erda UT 435-496-0641 bapaulick@msn.com Judge: 1A

Will E. Pennebaker Wilton CA 805-801-0769 will@californiacowhorses.com

Mike J. Perkins Bentonville AR 479-619-9700 perkinsmb@centurytel.net

Styrbjorn Persson 681 91 Kristinehamn

SWEDEN (46) 550 19984 quarter.hill@telia.com

Judge: 2A

Judge: 1A-AQHA

Judge: 1A

Jamie L. Peters Edmond OK 405-833-8853 jpcowgirl1@hotmail.com Judge: 2A

Marilyn G. Peters Edmond OK 405-620-7039 mare8000@msn.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Laurie S. Petkus Carmel Valley CA 831-224-3604 lpetkus@outlook.com Judge: 1A

Joakim Pettersson Falkoping 521 96 SE SWEDEN Joeboy@telia.com Judge: 1A

Jill Pierre Red Bluff CA 530-200-0312 jilliesu@gmail.com

Judge: 1A

John L. Pipkin Amarillo TX 806-433-3729 jpipkin@wwdb.org Judge: 2A-AQHA

Kenda G. Pipkin Amarillo TX 806-570-1534 jpipkin@wwdb.org Judge: 2A-AQHA

Samuele Poli Barberis Sarzana La Spezia ITALY (39) 328 969 1198 elisaf8059@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Kim J. Pope Brown St. Joseph LA 225-436-3199 popekim36@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Billy Prather Camden SC 803-669-1325 bpquarterhorses@bellsouth.net Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Smoky Pritchett Red Bluff CA 530-200-0560 pritchettl@att.net Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Kenny E. Pugh, Sr. Akron OH 713-503-9676 kpugh1938@gmail.com Judge: 3A

Gary W. Putman Gainesville TX 940-465-7844 teresa.putman@sbcglobal.net Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

John J. Quinlan Holyoke MA 413-530-0371 jqranchhorse@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Shannon Quinlan Sharpsville PA 413-374-7520 shannonislide@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Vicki K. Radtke Syracuse NE 402-616-0908 vradtke@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Christian Rammerstorfer Clements CA 303-243-0516 rammerstorfertraining@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Marilyn K. Randall Bridger MT 406-425-1547 marilyn.randall88@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Wade J. Reaney Rupert ID 208-431-4703 wadejreaney@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Travis Rempel Fort Langley BC CANADA 604-897-7696 rempel.travis@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Trigg C. Rentfro Krum TX 817-487-8079 trentfro@live.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Rhonda J. Replogle Clear Spring MD 301-730-3100 rr@rrshowhorses.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Anne M. Reynolds King Hill ID 208-599-7733 yworryranch@msn.com Judge: 1A

Gary Reynolds Whitesboro TX 903-744-0887 enjoytr@aol.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Roy A. Rich Temecula CA 951-529-6258 roy_rich6@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Enrico Righetti I-37010 Costermano VR ITALY (39) 339 202 5507 righetti.e@tiscali.it Judge: 2A

Cyndi L. Robbins Purcell OK 940-727-9757 cyndibrown75@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Mary E. Robinson Nampa ID 916-834-7836 whim8sy@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Dan Roeser Marsing ID 208-841-2052 roeserstables@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Jon Roeser Kuna ID 559-816-9741 roeser@att.net Judge: 1A

Fielding (Bozo) H. Rogers Gainesville TX 254-631-1201 bozorogers4@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Pam R. Rose Pilot Point TX 940-368-1878 pam@roseig.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Sam M. Rose Pilot Point TX 940-367-5748 sroseqh@yahoo.com Judge: 3A-AQHA

Rusty R. Ruby Grantsville UT 435-830-0356 rmlruby@msn.com Judge: 1A

Cynthia R. Rucker Gainesville GA 770-605-7586 crlakelove@gmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Mark R. Russell Perry AR 281-684-3733 markrussell705@hotmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Bill J. Sanguinetti Farmington CA 209-403-4799 billsanguinetti@aol.com Judge: 1A

Debby M. Sanguinetti Farmington CA 209-403-0191 outwest1@verizon.net Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Andrea Santini Anguillara Sabazia RM ITALY (39) 393 029 0959 andreasantinicuttinghorses@outlook.it Judge: 1A

Patrick H. Sattler Sinsheim DE GERMANY 491739740025 mail@patricksattler.de Judge: 1A

Brandi M. Scheer Verbena AL 601-596-6188 brandischeer@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Lance R. Scheffel Rice Lake WI 715-296-0093 lancescheffel1576@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Markus Schopfer Ivrea TO ITALY (39) 335 530 0543 info@markusreining.com; Judge: 1A

Zeph P. Schulz Coalville UT 801-637-0047 zephandliz@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Pamela Scott Melrose FL 407-716-2087 pscott75@aol.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Cori Shields Litchfield CA 530-260-8096 halter_ego@hotmail.com Judge: 1A

Lance Shields Gainesville TX 940-727-9279 slanceshields@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Dennis H. Sigler Whitesboro TX 940-372-0209 dsigler.4m@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Mark A. Sigler Collegeville PA 940-372-0662 mas01b@acu.edu Judge: 1A

Andrea J. Simons Aubrey TX 940-367-3053 andrea@simonsshowhorses.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Marty O. Simper Farr West UT 801-201-2601 martyosimper@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Karl D. Smith Jerome ID 208-308-2676 kds.cowhorses@yahoo.com Judge: 2A

John S. Snyder Wellington CO 806-422-0495 snyderperformancehorse@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Jim W. Spence Yamhill OR 503-550-6739 wowcowhorse@aol.com Judge: 2A

Cristian Sperandio Castellalto Teramo IT ITALY (39) 339 629 9904 cristianspera@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Brandon T. Staebler Klamath Falls OR 559-679-7138 sphtraining@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Julie Stanley Dudley GA 423-471-1682 7704performance@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Gary S. Stark Caldwell ID 208-850-2772 gstarktraining@hotmail.com Judge: 2A

Shane L. Steffen Powell Butte OR 605-840-1518 sbsteffen@peoplepc.com Judge: 1A

Harvey D. Stevens Live Oak FL 705-931-3851 reinersrus1@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Timothy W. Stewart Paso Robles CA 805-550-8515 timwstewart@gmail.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Jimmy R. Stickler San Luis Obispo CA 805-431-4083 stichorses@gmail.com Judge: 3A

Christie L. Sutfin Orland CA 530-517-1000 capiklady@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Peter Swales High River AB CANADA 403-558-2295 swalessilver@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Mauro Taccia I-33041 Aiello del Friuli UD ITALY (39) 304 319 735 maurotaccia@libero.it

Anthony S. Taormino Waurika OK 940-372-0172 astaormino3@yahoo.com

Carol L. Telford 00010 Lunghezza RM ITALY (39) 339 250 3433 telfordcarol@gmail.com

Jake A. Telford Caldwell ID 208-890-1205 j.jtelford1@gmail.com

Becky A. Terrell Sanger TX 940-390-5532 baterrell@copper.net

Kim A. Thake Widgee QLD AUSTRALIA (61) 07 5484 0240 kimthake@hotmail.com

Steve Thake Woolooga QLD AUSTRALIA (61) 408 186 020 alazys2@bigpond.com

Rod W. Thiessen Estevan SK CANADA 306-421-6755 rft@sasktel.net

Ryan M. Thomas Boise ID 208-720-3486 rtcutter@gmail.com

Terry R. Thompson Aubrey TX 940-367-5455 terrythompsoninc@yahoo.com

Les M. Timmons Ponoka AB CANADA 639-471-3073 leslietimmons@msn.com

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Judge: 1A

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Judge: 1A

Judge: 1A

Judge: 1A

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Judge: 1A

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John C. Tuckey Liberty KY 804-683-4037 JT Tuckey1005@gmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Tim Unzicker Roundup MT 406-320-1309 timunzicker@gmail.com Judge: 2A

Jeffry J. Veitch Montrose CO 970-497-0077 jjveitch@gmail.com

Carlo Volpi Torre De Picenardi CR ITALY (39) 338 189 1136 carlo_volpi@hotmail.com

Jonathan Vrabec Colorado Springs CO 719-661-2262 jonrv12@gmail.com

Allen R. Walton Bluff Dale TX 254-592-2320 awalton677@gmail.com

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Lori L. Walton Stanley NM 214-491-9069 lori@waltonranch.com Judge: 1A

Trevor P. Walton Riverdale MI 989-465-2085 trvrwalton@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Brady E. Weaver Enterprise UT 435-668-9831 megbweaver@hotmail.com Judge: 2A-AQHA-CH

Bill R. Weaver II Jones OK 405-990-9750 bill.weaver@okc.gov Judge: 1A

Gary W. Webb Bois D Arc MO 417-459-8741 garywebb@missouristate.edu Judge: 1A

Terry Wegener American Falls ID 303-579-4315 55terryw@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Gary Wells Overbrook OK 580-504-4702 gwells@arbuckleonline.com Judge: 1A

Larry E. Westmoreland Tickfaw LA 985-320-5058 larry.westwindtc@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Scott M. Whinfrey Marsing ID 310-848-5206 scottwhinfrey@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Wayne W. Whitehead Mansfield OH 419-566-4167 grulla1@netscape.net Judge: 2A

Daniel A. Wildin Joliet MT 406-861-2071 danielwildin@yahoo.com Judge: 1A

Doug Williamson Bakersfield CA 661-303-6015 doug.williamson@sbcglobal.net Judge: 3A

Todd D. Williamson Eagle ID 208-250-1000 tw60 to80@yahoo.com Judge: 3A-AQHA-CH

Maryann Willoughby Hugoton KS 620-544-6301 willmaw@pld.com Judge: 2A-AQHA

Betty O. Wilson Pampa TX 806-663-9695 bwilson@centramedia.net

Cayley R. Wilson Abbotsford BC CANADA 604-300-0401 cayleyrwilson@gmail.com

Judge: 1A

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Katie H. Wilson Abbotsford BC CANADA 604-300-3545 cowponykate@gmail.com Judge: 1A

Richard W. Winters Ojai CA 805-504-5480 richard@wintersranch.com Judge: 2A

Deb S. Witty Ellensburg WA 206-999-0121 highcountrytraining@msn.com Judge: 2A

Ken L. Wold Wilton CA 916-892-6668 cowboykw1@aol.com Judge: 3A

Debra J. Wright Abbeville SC 770-548-3674 nbphorses@gmail.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Nancie K. Wright Penrose CO 719-250-6465 office@nanciewright.com Judge: 1A-AQHA

Liz Younger Badasci Reno NV 775-771-8801 liz@youngeragency.com Judge: 1A

Top Riders for Open Eligibility in 2019

Top Riders for Non Pro Eligibility in 2019

listed in the Top 12 (above the line) are NOT eligible for the Intermediate Non Pro LAE in 2019.

Total is based on Open and Non Pro Limited Age Event Earnings (excluding Non Pro Limited).

Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association

Shawna Husted

27245 Twp 350

Red Deer, AB T4G 0M4 CANADA

Phone: 403-875-1369

Email: info@cowhorse.ca

Website: www.albertareinedcowhorse.ca

Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association

Bronwyn McCormick

28150 N Alma School Pkwy Ste 103-520 Scottsdale, AZ 85262

Phone: 480-510-0974

Email: info@azrcha.com Website: www.azrcha.com

Atlantic Reined Cow Horse Association

Frank Prisco

189 Old Willets Path

Smithtown, NY 11787

Phone: 631-478-7022

Email: archapresident@gmail.com

Website: www.atlanticRCHA.com

Australian Reined Cow Horse Association

Jay Gordon

Tamworth, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA

Phone: +61 490 915094

Email: archa@outlook.com.au

Website: facebook.com/ AustralianReinedCowHorseAssociation/

Bluebonnet Country Reined Cow Horse Association

Mark Mills

8870 Adams Flat Rd

Brookshire, TX 77423

Phone: 281-684-4493

Email: mmcuttinghorses@live.com

California Cow Horse Association

Murray Thompson 15169 Road 223 Porterville, CA 93257

Phone: 209-201-8975

Email: brokenarrowranchca@gmail.com Website: www.californiacowhorse.com

Canadian Coast Reined Cow Horse Association

Katie Wilson

1280 Powerhouse Rd.

Abbotsford, BC V3G 1T7 CANADA

Phone: 604-300-3545

Email: cowponykate@gmail.com Website: www.ccrcha.com

AFFILIATE LISTING

Current as of June 1, 2019

Central Montana Reined Cow Horse Association

Jill Roberts 1521 Parr Creek Ln

Lewistown, MT 59457

Phone: 406-538-7564

Email: vjroberts@hughes.net Website: www.cmrcha.com

Colorado Reined Cowhorse Association

MJ Anderson PO Box 88 Trinidad, CO 81082

Phone: 719-963-4770

Email: coloradocowhorse@gmail.com

Website: www.coloradoreinedcowhorse.com

European Reined Cow Horse Association

Augusto De Fazio

via Natalia Ginzburg

1 - 11015 Ivrea (TO) ITALY

Phone: +(39) 338 8860657

Email: ercha@hotmail.it Website: www.ercha.org

Gem State Stock Horse Association

Brian Lesher

301 Market Rd Caldwell, ID 83607

Website: www.gemstatestockhorse.com

Gulf Coast Cow Horse Association

Andres Sanchez 10227 Pittman Rd Sarasota, FL 34240

Phone: 561-248-1437

Email: andresGCCHA@gmail.com

Website: www.gulfcoastcowhorse.com

Idaho Reined Cow Horse Assocaition

Paxton Deal

20997 Simplot Blvd

Greenleaf, ID 83626

Phone: 208-880-9066

Email: paxtondeal@gmail.com

Website: www.idahoreinedcowhorse.com

Italian Reined Cow Horse Association

Laura Ruffino Vercellino

Via Grilloni 25

22100 Como ITALY

Phone: +39 347 26 22 783

Email: segreteria.ircha@gmail.com

Website: https://nrchaofitaly.com/

Magic Valley Reined Cow Horse Association

Karl Smith PO Box 5956

Twin Falls, ID 83303

Phone: 208-308-2676

Email: kds.cowhorses@gmail.com

Michigan Reined Cow Horse Association

Deena Dunkle 7325 Edere Rd

Saginaw, MI 48609

Phone: 989-233-7157

Email: deenadunkle@me.com

Midwest Reined Cow Horse Association

Susan Tullock

5000 W 175th St

Stilwell, KS 66085

Phone: 913-515-4683

Email: midwestcowhorse@gmail.com

Montana Reined Cow Horse Futurity, Inc

Margaret Ore PO Box 1604

East Helena, MT 59635

Phone: 406-227-7019

Email: more@mt.net

Website: www.montanareinedcowhorse.com

Nevada Reined Cow Horse Association

Aubree Englert 6600 W Rome Blvd

Las Vegas, NV 89131

Phone: 702-290-4231

Email: aubree.rcha@gmail.com

Website: www.nvrcha.org

New York Reined Cow Horse Association

Lisa Sykes

300 Hopkins Road

Canandaigua, NY 14424

Phone: 585-315-7809

Email: lisasykes@yahoo.com

Website: www.newyorkrcha.com

North Central Reined Cow Horse Association

Jim Wilson 21637 315th St

Plymouth, IA 50464

Phone: 641-420-0440

Email: wilson@myomnitel.com

Website: www.ncrcha.com

Northeastern Reined Cowhorse Alliance

Mary Baks

13 Maple Hill Rd RR #2

Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0 CANADA

Phone: 519-881-8684

Email: nerchaon@gmail.com

Website: www.northeasternreinedcowhorsealliance.com

Northern California Reined Cow Horse Association

Tara Folsom PO Box 1112

Willows, CA 95988

Phone: 530-518-3753

Email: tarafolsom@yahoo.com

Website: www.ncrcha.info

Northwest Reined Cow Horse Association

Diane Edwards PO Box 1244

Ravensdale, WA 98051

Phone: 206-390-0715

Email: diane2bph@outlook.com Website: www.nwrcha.com

Panhandle Reined Cow Horse Association

Justin Stanton PO Box 1053 Canyon, TX 79015

Phone: 806-281-4770

Email: panhandlecowhorse@gmail.com Website: www.panhandlecowhorse.com

AFFILIATE LISTING

South Dakota Reined Cow Horse Association

Deb Brown PO Box 655 Buffalo, SD 57720

Phone: 605-797-4514

Email: nphorses@sdplains.com Website: www.sdrcha.com

South Texas Reined Cow Horse Association

Tina McCleary 5290 Hearne Rd

Bryan, TX 77808

Phone: 979-218-0633

Email: southtexasrcha@gmail.com Website: www.strcha.org

Southern California Reined Cow Horse Association

Shelley Schaffer 14486 Rios Canyon Rd El Cajon, CA 92021

Phone: 858-722-5995

Email: Shelley.schaffer@ashford.edu Website: www.scrcha.com

Southern Reined Cow Horse Alliance

Larry Westmoreland PO Box 143 Tickfaw, LA 70466

Phone: 985-320-5058

Email: larry.westwindtc@gmail.com

Southwest Reined Cow Horse Association

Gay Lenz 11587 Hunt Lane Guthrie, OK 73044

Phone: 405-818-7556

Email: glenz@glenzenterprises.com Website: www.srcha.org

Swedish Reined Cow Horse Association

Joakim Pettersson

Astorp Gunnarsgarden 6 SE – 521 96 Falkoping SWEDEN Phone: +46 70 676 7642

Email: jipquarters@jipquarters.com Website: www.srcha.eu

The Carolinas Reined Cow Horse Association

Crystal Ward-Taylor 130 Haigler Rd Lenoir, NC 28645

Phone: 828-312-2705

Email: cward@carolinafarmcredit.com

Utah Reined Cow Horse Association

Nikki Francis 3644 N. 3300 E. Kimberly, ID 83341 Phone: 208-539-5410

Email: vpnikki@gmail.com Website:www.urcha.org

NRCHA Suspended List

NRCHA membership privileges will be suspended for the second offense of bad checks, per rule 1.1.6.2 and for non payment of debt to NRCHA Show Management or NRCHA Approved Show Management. Additionally, all amounts for advertising in the NRCHA publication, Reined Cow Horse News, are due and payable within 30 days of receipt.

Agricultural Foundation, Fresno, CA

Desert Spring Ranch, Queen Creek, AZ

Keetch Ranch, Waddell, AZ

Del Rey Paint & Qtr Horses/Aneka

Schelbeck, Cotton Wood, CA

Bynum Farms/Blair Bynum, Palm City, FL

Donnie Boyd, Sarasota, FL

Robyn Bush, Visalia, CA

Marcy Campbell, Creston, CA

Pompeo Capezzone, Castrocielo 03030, ITALY

Riccardo Capezzone, Castrocielo 03030, ITALY

Cody Christensen, Heber City, UT

Tom Daughetee, Kemmerer, WY

Shad DeGiorgis, El Dorado Hills, CA

Laura Delfino, Martinez, CA

Pat Faitz, Lakeland, FL

Robert Frobose, Modesto, CA

Miguel Gonzalez, Miami, FL

A finance charge of 1.5% per month (18% APR) will be added to all past due amounts. Membership privileges shall be suspended on accounts greater than 90 days past due and this information will be published in Reined Cow Horse News. There will be a membership reinstatement fee of $75.

Roy Hockensmith, Frankfort, KY

Brian & Cynthia Holthouse, San Juan Bautista, CA

Babcock Ranch/Jim Babcock, Sanger, TX

Brandon Johnson, Nebraska City, NE

Bridgette Lanham, Eastover, SC

Thera Myers, Oxnard, CA

Steed Training/Rick Steed, Okeechobee, FL

Jill Serena, Castaic, CA

Current as of July 5, 2019

Vernon Smith, Santa Maria, CA

Dream Cross/Susan Ray, TX

Lazy T Shamrock Ranch/ Terry Malarkey, Star, ID

Elizabeth Winkle, Sarasota, FL

Don Stockman, Dayton, TX

Mozaun McKibben, Whitesboro, TX

Kinsey Dodson, Cleburne, TX

COMMITTEE DIRECTORY

AFFILIATES

Chairperson: Frank Prisco archapresident@gmail.com 631-478-7022

Lia Savas • indianheadranch@aol.com

Andres Sanchez • andresgccha@gmail.com

Roy Rich • roy_rich6@yahoo.com

Jim Wilson • wilson@myomnitel.com

Barb McCaughey mccaugheybarbara@gmail.com

WELFARE

Chairperson: Dr. Joe Carter, DVM jcarterdvm@aol.com • 405-288-6460

ETHICS

Chairperson: Bill Tointon billtointon@msn.com • 303-530-2443

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Chairperson: Paul Bailey paulb@cb-trucking.com • 931-260-3909

Frank Prisco • archapresident@gmail.com

Trey Neal • trey@treyneal.com

Todd Bergen • todd@toddbergen.com

HALL OF FAME

Chairperson: Dan Roeser roeserstables@gmail.com 208-841-2052

Ted Robinson • ted@tedrobinsoncowhorses.com

Bobby Ingersoll • bobby@bobbyingersoll.com

Smoky Pritchett • pritchettl@att.net

Ken Wold • ken@kenwold.com

HORSE SALES

Chairperson: Todd Crawford toddcrawford333@gmail.com

Sandy Collier • sandy@sandycollier.com

Jeff Oswood • oswoodstallionstation@gmail.com

Larry Rice • larry@flagranchllc.com

Rick Ford • rick@cinderlakesranch.com

Boyd Rice • boydrice1965@gmail.com

JUDGES

Chairperson: Darren Miller dmillerstables@aol.com • 303-601-5483

Director of Judges: Bill Enk enk.bill@gmail.com

Dan Roeser • roeserstables@gmail.com

Ron Emmons • ladonadare@me.com

Todd Crawford • toddcrawford333@gmail.com

Sam Rose • sroseqh@yahoo.com

NRCHA FOUNDATION

Chairperson: MJ Isakson mjisakson@gmail.com

NOMINATING

Chairperson: Jon Roeser jonroeser@sti.net

NON PRO

Chairperson: Diane Edwards

Diane2bph@outlook.com • 206-390-0715

Meg Rosell-Pursel • meg@roselltrailers.com

Nelle Murphy • baldnshiney@hotmail.com

Bart Holowath • bart.holowath@gmail.com

Kris Troxel • ktroxel@sitestar.net

Tim Swain • Coloradolandandranch@gmail.com

Kathy Ferguson • fergielivestock@yahoo.com

OWNERS

Chairperson: Linda McMahon maclin@earthlink.net • 415.269.5563

PROFESSIONALS

Chairperson: Cayley Wilson cayleyrwilson@gmail.com • 604-300-0401

RULES

Chairperson: Dan Roeser roeserstables@gmail.com • 208-841-2052

Lyn Anderson • lsanderson@wildblue.net

Sandy Collier • sandy@sandycollier.com

Darren Miller • dmillerstables@aol.com

Jake Telford • j.jtelford1@gmail.com

Boyd Rice • boydrice1965@gmail.com

SHOWS

Co-Chairperson: Todd Bergen bergenperformancehorses@gmail.com 541-778-0980

Co-Chairperson: Boyd Rice boydrice1965@gmail.com • 806-282-8113

SPONSORSHIP

Chairperson: Jay Winborn jay@nrcha.com • 940-488-1500

STALLION SERVICE AUCTION

Chairperson: Garth Gardiner gardinergarth@gmail.com • 620-635-5632

STRATEGIC PLANNING

Chairperson: Jay Winborn jay@nrcha.com • 940-488-1500

Trey Neal • trey@treyneal.com

Dr. Joe Carter • jcarterdvm@aol.com

Todd Crawford • toddcrawford333@gmail.com

YOUTH

Chairperson: Sarah Clymer shubrick3@gmail.com • 719-330-1932

Allison Walker • allison@nrcha.com

Todd Crawford • toddcrawford333@gmail.com

SHOW SCHEDULE

as of April 25, 2019

LAE = Limited Aged Event, HS = Horse Show

Aug 1 - 4 Mountain High

Aug 10-11 ARCHA @ Diamond 7 August

Aug 12 - 18 Pre-Futurity & Horse Show

Aug 14 - 18 Mid America

Aug 17 - 18 Cowgirl Classic

Aug 20 - 25 NSHA Pre-Futurity

Aug 23 - 25 Nevada Stallion Stakes & Elko Co. Show

Aug 30 - Sep 1 Labor Day Show & Futurity

Aug 30 - Sep 1 Peo Ejderhall Memorial

Aug 30 - Sep 2 Colorado State Fair

Aug 31 CCHA Show #8

Sep 2 - 7 Futurity & Nations Cup & 6th Stage Championship

Sep 8 - 15 Reno Snaffle Bit Futurity

Sep 12 - 16 Working Western Horse Celebration Show

Sep 18 - 21 Arizona Fall Championship

Sep 19 - 22 Fall Finale

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Estes Park, CO Colorado RCA Kelley Hartranft (714) 267-5912 crcaentries@yahoo.com

HS/cat.1 Dillsburg, PA Atlantic RCHA Lashon Bussell (714)267-5912 lashon.b@hotmail.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Fort Worth, TX Southwest RCHA Pam Humphreys (405) 818-7556 entry@srcha.org

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Loveland, CO Colorado RCA Allison Walker (937) 725-1423 awalker1423@yahoo.com

HS/cat.1 Fonda, NY New York RCHA Cindy Pfeifer (585) 749-1764 ppfeifer@rochester.rr.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Las Vegas, NV

Shawn Martin (623)217-3879 shawnee71@msn.com

HS/LAE/cat.1 Elko, NV Jennifer JJ Roemmich (775)397-2769 jjroemmich@gmail.com

HS/LAE/cat.1 Bryan, TX South Texas RCHA Tina McCleary (979) 218-0633 southtexasRCHA@gmail.com

HS/cat.1 Axvall, Sweden Swedish RCHA Yvonne P. Lundgren (4673)967-1586 yvonnelundgren60@hotmail.com

HS/cat.1 Tulare, CA California CHA

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Reno, NV

Sep 26 - 29 Montana Reined Cowhorse Futurity

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Pueblo, CO Colorado RCA Pam Humphreys (405)509-0494 pamela.a.humphreys@gmail.com

Laura Norman (559) 760-2769 kathy@saddleup-enterprises.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Messe Augsburg, GERMANY European RCHA Otto De Fazio (39338) 886-0657 ercha@hotmail.it

Laura Norman (559)760-2769 entries@renosnafflebitfuturity.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Madison, WI North Central RCHA Deb Matko (612)860-6371 chuckles@visi.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Scottsdale, AZ Arizona RCHA Shawn Martin (623)217-3879 info@azrha.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Montrose, CO Colorado RCA Keri Croft (503) 701-3305 crcaentries@yahoo.com

Sep 21 - 22 September Classic HS/cat.1 Temecula, CA Southern California RCHA Kelley Hartranft (714) 267-5912 socalrcha@aol.com

Sep 21 - 22 ARCHA @ Diamond 7 September HS/cat.1 Dillsburg, PA Atlantic RCHA Lashon Bussell (714)267-5912 lashon.b@hotmail.com

HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 Livingston, MT Montana RCH Futurity, Inc. Reanna Dillman (303)895-5256 infor@horseshowpros.com

Sep 28 - 29 GCCHA September Show HS/cat.1 Sarasota, FL Gulf Coast CHA Claudia Nichols (772) 321-9637 claudia.horseshow@gmail.com

Oct 5 - 6 One More Classic HS/cat.1 Fonda, NY New York RCHA Cindy Pfeifer (585) 749-1764 ppfeifer@rochester.rr.com

Oct 5 - 6 French Spectacular Trophy - 4th Round HS/cat.1 Valreas, FRANCE European RCHA Otto De Fazio (39338) 886-0657 ercha@hotmail.it

Oct 6 - 20 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity & Hackamore Classic HS/LAE/cat.1 Fort Worth, TX

Kelley Hartranft (940) 488-1500 nrcha@nrcha.com

Oct 26 Santa Ynez Valley Cow Horse Show #3 HS/cat.1 Santa Ynez, CA Carol Sutton (805) 260-4535 syvcowhorse@verizon.net

Nov 7 - 10 Autumn Show & 7th Stage Championship HS/LAE/cat.1 Verona, ITALY European RCHA Otto De Fazio (39338) 886-0657 ercha@hotmail.it

Nov 8 - 10 CCHA Show #9 & #10 HS/cat.1 Tulare, CA California CHA Laura Norman (559) 760-2769 kathy@saddleup-enterprises.com

Nov 9 - 10 2019 Wrap Up HS/cat.1 Bryan, TX South Texas RCHA Tina McCleary (979) 218-0633 southtexasRCHA@gmail.com