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Joanne Taylor

Executive Assistant

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Lisa Martin

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Rhonda Harter

Show Secretary Futurity Secretary

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Danielle Stephenson

Marketing and Communictions Director 614-505-7200, ext. 124 dstephenson@oqha.com

Lindsay Titus

Marketing and Communictions Associate 614-505-7200, ext. 128 ltitus@oqha.com

Carey Cooper Accountant

614-505-7200, ext. 122 ccooper@oqha.com

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C ONTENTS

Volume 59 | Issue 4

Features 8 New Location, Expansion OQHA moves to Columbus

10 All-Around winners Ohio youth dominate Congress

12 Congress Super Sale The tradition continues

14 AQHA Level 1 Championship Coming to Ohio

36 Congress Results

Congratulations to OQHA Members

72 NOQHA Futurity Show Results 75 Congress NYATT Ohio NYATT Team Reserve Champions

On the Cover 16 Smashing a 30-year record Ellexxah Maxwell & Zips Bossy Chip

2017 Officers & Directors 20 OQHA Regulars 60 OAQHA 74 OQHYA 6 Editor’s Letter 7 President’s Letter 2018 Elections 9 Meet the Staff 22 OQHA 56-57 Association News Officer & Director Nominations NOQHA SOQHA, EOQHA, OAQHA 62 OAQHA Officer & Director Nominations

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Editor’s Letter

To say the last nine months have been a whirlwind, would be greatly underestimated. Having joined the Ohio Quarter Horse Association at the beginning of March, I have experienced nearly all of the parts that make this great association, whole. I have experienced the All American Quarter Horse Congress from behind the scenes. I have worked with a great team of co-workers (Scott, Lisa, Rhonda, Danielle, Carey and Joanne) who make it all work. And I have had the blessed opportunity to meet and work with many of the OQHA members who make this organization successful. As we head into the Membership renewal season I want to thank all of you for continuing to support OQHA and its mission. The OQHA team is working to bring you an improved membership experience in 2018 including new benefits and discount program offerings. We want you to value your membership in OQHA as much as we value having you as members. Membership is not just important for you to receive horse show points. Membership serves as a source of information regarding the goings on in the Equine Industry. It is a networking tool, a voice in legislation, and an opportunity for youth looking for more ways to be involved. The Ohio Quarter Horse Association offers two types of memberships: annual and life. Life memberships pay for themselves in 10 years and are available for the youth. • Adult Annual Membership $25 per year (Amateur status is optional on an adult membership for no additional charge) • Youth Annual Membership $15 per year (must be 18 years or younger) • Family Annual Membership $60 per year (includes spouses and all youths in household, 18 years and younger) • Life Membership $250 one-time payment (Amateur status is optional on adult life memberships at no additional charge) These minimal fees help OQHA continue moving the Equine Industry in the right direction to ensure your passion and livelihoods continue to thrive. I look forward to meeting many of you at the Annual Banquet on February 3 and seeing you all compete at the Ohio horse shows in 2018. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

LINDSAY TITUS

Marketing & Communications Associate

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President’s Letter

Dear Ohio Members, Winter is quickly approaching and with it, the last trophy of the 51st All American Quarter Horse Congress was handed out. Over the course of the show, OQHA awarded more than 350 Congress Champion trophies. It was a fantastic Congress with new adventures and old friends. The Ohio Amateur Quarter Horse Association once again hosted its annual Pancake Breakfast and they even allowed me to help flip a few hot cakes. We also hosted a Country Concert at the Congress this year featuring Dwight Yoakam who allowed us a personal meet and greet prior to the concert. The Foundation Gala Night at the Races presented by the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation was a fun evening put on to raise money toward the Foundation mission. They also hosted a well-received “Ladies Versatility” night and we thank all who participated in these events and brought awareness to the Foundation goals. It was amazing how quickly people came together to support these events. For that, I am so grateful and proud of everyone. Additionally, the Ohio Quarter Horse Association is looking forward to relocating to Columbus, Ohio. We have purchased a building at the 161 - I-71 corridor. With the renovation on the new building complete and the association and its staff are settling in to the new building. Many thanks to the Building Committee for all their efforts to make this project successful. I would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy Holiday Season.

Chris Cecil Darnell OQHA President

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NEW LOCATION, EXPANSION The Ohio Quarter Horse Association (OQHA), host of the All American Quarter Horse Congress, announced in May plans to relocate its headquarters from Richwood, Ohio to Columbus, Ohio. Those plans came to fruition following the 2017 Quarter Horse Congress when OQHA relocated to a renovated 26,000 square foot office building at 6325 Zumstein Drive. “For many years we have recognized the importance of having OQHA closer to central Ohio,” said Dr. Scott Myers, OQHA Executive Director. “The new headquarters will support the continued growth of OQHA and the All American Quarter Horse Congress.” The close proximity of the new office to the Ohio Expo Center where the Quarter Horse Congress is held will allow OQHA and the Quarter Horse Congress staff to provide greater service to Congress patrons, sponsors and exhibitors. As the excitement of the 2017 Quarter Horse Congress wears down and staff members settle into their new offices, OQHA welcomes all members to stop and see the new OQHA headquarters. An open house will be held at a later date to celebrate. “The association has been considering the move for more than two years,” Dr. Myers said. “It was not a decision made lightly, but one we feel will help us continue the legacy of this great association which started 56 years ago in Richwood.” 6325 Zumstein Drive Columbus, OH 43229 Phone: 614.505.7200 Fax: 614.505.3490

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2017 OQHA Staff Dr. Scott Myers | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 614-505-7200 ext 126 SMyers@oqha.com

Carey Cooper | ACCOUNTANT 614-505-7200 ext 122 CCooper@oqha.com

Lisa Martin | SPONSORSHIPS & COMMERCIAL EXHIBITS 614-505-7200 ext 121 LMartin@oqha.com

Rhonda Harter | CONGRESS SHOW & FUTURITY SECRETARY 614-505-7200 ext 125 RHarter@oqha.com

Danielle Stephenson | MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR 614-505-7200 ext 124 DStephenson@oqha.com

Lindsay Titus | MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE 614-505-7200 ext 128 LTitus@oqha.com

Joanne Taylor | EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT 614-505-7200 ext 127 JTaylor@oqha.com

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ABIGAIL HARDY - ALL AROUND

Ohio brings home

All American Quarter Horse Congress All-Ar

It is no secret that some of the most talented Quarter Horse Exhibitors call Ohio, home. From NYATT teams to individual youth all-arounds, several Ohio youth members were busy making names for themselves as they dominated the 2017 All American Quarter Horse. Three of those youth members have nabbed Champion titles in the Congress All Around divisions for the second year in a row. Abigail Hardy, 13, nabbed the All Age Youth All-Around Champion title while Ellexxah Maxwell, 17, claimed the 1518 All-Around Champion title and Emma Gore, 9, secured the Small Fry Champion honors. Hardy lives in Plain City with her parents Todd and Wendy, brother, Blake, and her grandmother. Throughout Congress, Hardyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name could be heard across the grounds on several occasions for placing high in all of the classes she showed including first nods in Horse YouthNews Jumping , Level 1 Youth 10 place Ohio Quarter

Working Hunter 13 & under, and Youth Equitation over Fences. Hardy also made her Quarter Horse Congress reining debut during her 2017 where she placed 10th in the Level 1 Youth Reining class, second in the NRHA Youth Reining 13 & under, and eighth in the NYATT reining competition. She also placed second in Youth Hunter Under Saddle 12-14 and fourth in Youth Hunter Hack 13 & under. Through it all, Hardy has remained humble as she looks forward to growing in the All-Around events. Maxwell, who resides in West Mansfield, snagged the 15-18 All-Around title during the All American Quarter Horse Congress. Her high placing in the Showmanship, Western Riding and Horsemanship events helped put her at the top. Maxwell secured a second place finish

ELLEXXAHH MAXWELL 15-18 ALL AROUND Gore resides in Mt. Vernon where she trains with Judd Paul and IronGate Quarter Horses. As a small fry competitor, Gore made her way to the top of the Small Fry All-Around points during the 2017 Quarter Horse Congress with a Champion finish in Small Fry Western Horsemanship, Reserve Champion in Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle, fourth place in Small Fry Showmanship, third place in Small Fry Trail, fourth place in Small Fry Hunt Seat Equitation, and fifth place in Small Fry Western Pleasure. Having won two back-to-back Small Fry Championships, this wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be the last time Gore will see her name attached to the All-Around Champion title.

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round youth are repeat winners from OQHA in the Youth Showmanship 15-18, 12th place in Youth Western Riding 14-18, fourth in Level 1 Youth Western Riding 14-18, fourth in Youth Horsemanship 15-18, ninth in Youth Hunt Seat Equitation, sixth in Youth Performance Mares, and second in NYATT Showmanship. Her time in the Youth divisions will be coming to an end in 2019, but Maxwell plans to continue focusing on the All Around events and hitting the 5,000 point mark atop Zips Bossy Chip.

EMMA GORE SMALL FRY ALL AROUND

SUPER SALE 2017 Congress Super Sale Results 2017 Overall – 153 horses - Sold 80% (8.7% increase over 2016) 2017 Average Price = $8,854 (20% increase over 2016) Gross Actual Sales = $1,053,600 (22% increase over 2016) 2017 Yearling Stakes Session – 93 Horses - 3 outs – 90 through the Sale Ring 2017 Average Price = $12,789 (including No Sales) Gross = $1,151,000 (including No Sales) (28% increase over 2016) Actual Sales = 64 horses for an Average of $11,173 (30% increase over 2016) 2017 Super Session – 60 Horses The 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress Super Sale sold 153 horses during the nine-hour sale in the Lausche Building.

2017 Average Price = $5,898

Overall, organizers are pleased with the results of the sale which showed an 8.7% increase in horses sold.

Completed Sales = 90% (13% increase over 2016)

The 2017 Congress Super Sale showed a strong market with an overall average sale price of $8,854. That posted an increase of 20% over the 2016 average. When the dust settled the Overall High Seller and Yearling Sale Stakes High Seller was a no sale in the ring and purchased by Andrew R Drnjevich, Ravenna, Ohio, later during the day at $75,000 was Hip # 34, Cant Stop Lopin, a 2016 sorrel mare sired by Lopin My Best and out of Make Mine An Odyssey. She was consigned by Gord Wadds, Agent for Gerri Leigh Pratt. The High Selling Stallion Yearling Sale Stakes and Overall High Seller through the ring at $35,000 was Hip #89, SST Hez Flat Special, a 2016 bay roan stallion by VS Flatline. He was consigned by Steven and Susan Thompson,OH, and purchased by Dr. Gail Mason & Jeff Temple, Brunswick, ME.

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Gross Actual Sales = $318,500

2017 Blair Folck Memorial Leading Consignor Award Sponsored by FarmVet Gumz Farms LLC, Amy Gumz, Morganfield, KY Gross Sales = $121,900 High Selling Stallion Yearling Sale Stakes and Overall High Seller $35,000 - Hip # 89 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SST Hez Flat Special 2016 bay roan stallion (VS Flatline x Certainly Inspired) Buyer: Dr. Gail Mason & Jeff Temple, Brunswick, ME Seller: Steven and Susan Thompson, OH High Selling Gelding Yearling Sale Stakes $30,000 - Hip # 89 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lucky In Kentucky 2016 bay gelding (RL Best Of Sudden x Good Luck Girl) Buyer: Tracy L Hritz, Washington, PA Seller: Gumz Farms, LLC

Horse Association added an additional $10,000 to be paid to Limited riders in both divisions. The Limited Rider Purse will be paid with $6,000 to the Open ($3,000, $2,000, $1,000) and $4,000 to the Non Pro ($2,000, $1,250, $750). Scott Frye and Hes The Candyman took home the inaugural Congress Super Sale 2-Year-Old Open Western Pleasure Champion Title on Friday evening. The pair won $11,561.75. Cole Baker and Invited To Batt followed in second place with Joshua Brown and KM Shaken Not Stirred in third. Mallory Menard and Rite Off The Batt nabbed the Congress Super Sale 2-Year-Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Champion title winning just under $7,000, while Ray Arnona followed in second place.

The yearling sale stakes session gives Western Pleasure horse enthusiasts an opportunity to buy top quality Yearlings. Yearlings purchased during the 2017 sale will be eligible for the 2 Year Old Sale Stakes Western Pleasure classes to be held at the 2018 All American Quarter Horse Congress, with a $250 sustaining fee paid by the buyer. Yearlings sold in 2016 were shown Friday for a purse of $64,500, to be paid in Open and Non-Pro divisions. PLUS, the Ohio Quarter

The Congress Super Sale is an auction of the highest caliber; a place to purchase some of the best quality American Quarter Horses in the industry. The Congress Super Sale began as part of the very first All American Quarter Horse Congress in 1967 and has been a staple of the show ever since. Every year the Super Sale provides buyers with the opportunity to bid on young show prospects, seasoned show horses, broodmares and stallions. Many horses sold at the Congress Super Sale have gone on to become Congress and World champions. For more information: Professional Horse Services, LLC http://prohorseservices.com/ 855-272-3905 info@prohorseservices.com

AQHA EAST LEVEL 1 CHAMPIONSHIPS COMING TO OHIO for April 18-22. The AQHA Central Level 1 Championships is tentatively scheduled for April 10-15 in Oklahoma City. All Level 1- and Rookie-eligible exhibitors are welcome to compete at one of the three Level 1 Championships.

The American Quarter Horse Association has named the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio, as the new location of the 2018 Nutrena AQHA East Level 1 Championships. The Nutrena East is slated for May 2-6, 2018. AQHA and the World Equestrian Center have agreed to a three-year contract covering 2018-2020. “AQHA is very grateful to the Gov. James B Hunt Horse Complex in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the hospitality and effort the North Carolina Quarter Horse Association has shown during the past two years of the Nutrena East Level 1 Championships,” said Pete Kyle, AQHA chief show officer. “We are looking forward to building a relationship with the World Equestrian Center where we will be able to offer room for the show to grow and anall weather facility.” The new location will provide ample opportunity for Ohio Level 1 exhibitors to compete close to home. The AQHA West Level 1 Championships will return to Las Vegas and is tentatively scheduled

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The AQHA Level 1 Championships feature Rookie classes, sponsored by B&W Trailer Hitches, and Level 1 classes. The shows offer a variety of events and activities for competitors, friends, family and spectators to take part in throughout the show, including free Ride the Pattern clinics taught by AQHA Professional Horsemen. The Level 1 Championships are intended for exhibitors to learn and grow in the show arena while sharpening their horsemanship skills. The shows provide a safe environment for AQHA members to be showcased in a championship arena and to compete to earn prizes for their dedication. To learn more about the AQHA Level 1 Championships, visit www.aqha.com/level1championships.

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Smashing a 30-year record Zips Bossy Chips is all-time leading youth horse

Zips Bossy Chip “Annie” has shattered American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Van Decka’s 30-year record for the all-time leading youth horse by points. Van Decka earned the last of his 4,270 lifetime points in 1987 at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. In September, Zips Bossy Chip topped that record with 17-yearold owner and Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association member Ellexxah Maxwell of West Mansfield, Ohio. Zips Bossy Chip currently has 4,280 youth points. (At time of publication). During an interview in 2015 with the American Quarter Horse Association for winning the All-Around Youth title, Maxwell told AQHA she wanted to earn 5,000 points with Annie. When the article was published, it was revealed Annie was the second ranking youth point-earning horse. “She was close to the first place horse so it became my goal to break that record,” Maxwell said. Earlier in 2017, Larri Jo Starky from the American Quarter Horse Journal informed Maxwell’s mother, Melissa that Annie and Maxwell were very close to the record. In early September we were within 5 points and I earned 6 in my final class at the show,” Maxwell said. “I can’t really describe the feeling. It was a huge mix of joy, accomplishment, and overall shock at what we had just done.” Zips Bossy Chip is a 2008 bay mare by UK Mito Boss. She was bred by the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, and is out of the Jessies Fancy Chip mare Suzies Fancy Chip. Since buying Annie in 2011, Annie has become a show veteran; earning points in halter, performance halter mares, showmanship, reining, trail, horsemanship, western pleasure, hunter under saddle and hunt seat equitation. Maxwell and “Annie” have been the year-end high-point youth team in 2013, 2015 and 2016; and reserve high-point youth team in 2012 and 2014. The pair has also earned Superiors in showmanship, horsemanship, hunter under saddle, hunt seat equitation, all-around and trail, while also securing the reserve world champion title in showmanship. However, Annie hasn’t always been the expert she has become under Maxwell’s guidance. “She was definitely a green bean [in the beginning], Maxwell said. “She knew the hunter under saddle and that was it.” It was a learning curve for both of them but Maxwell said Annie loved to learn and “took whatever you threw at her with ease.” Maxwell added that Annie loves her job and has a drive and passion that can rival most people.

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(Smashing records continued from page 17) “Annie is a sister, friend and most of all, family,” Maxwell said of Annie. “She is easily described as a horse-sized human. She’ll stay wherever you tell her to, eat carrots out of your mouth, and loves her neck being scratched.” While the pair has traveled hundreds of thousands of miles around the country, run with no bridle through the make-up pen of Jim Norick Arena and stood together at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress, Maxwell said her favorite memories are “the naps we take in her stall, the peppermints I give her, and the time we spend together.” Maxwell “[trusts Annie] with my life every day and I know she trusts me with hers. It’s what makes us such a great team.” Annie may have snagged the 30-year record, but Maxwell – Annie’s only youth rider - is allowed to compete in the youth classes until the end of 2019 which means she can still break 5,000 points. Those looking to watch Maxwell and Annie rack up the points can find them in Tampa, Florida for Christmas. The pair will take a short break during the beginning of the year to attend banquets and then will hit the road again for the 2018 show season. To the youth

following her success, Maxwell said to “never give up. There is nothing you can’t do if you put your mind and heart into it. I’m not saying it’s going to be easy. There are going to be a lot of obstacles including people telling you it can’t be done. It’s all about believing that you can do anything.” Maxwell contributes her success to her parents, AQHA Professional Horsemen Brent and Melissa Maxweell, and said they’re the reason that she is who she is today. They’ve pushed her to be a better person, dream bigger, and never let her give up. “This wouldn’t be possible without their help and support of my dreams,” she said. “I also have to thank Annie. It takes two to tango and I can’t imagine tackling this record without her. She has shown me that no dream is to big, and that you can do anything. The lord has given me these people to help me through life and I cannot thank him enough”. While Maxwell still has plenty of time to decide on future goals both professionally and personally, she said “I plan on attending a college and eventually take over my parent’s business [Mil-Max Training].” She is currently a student at the Ohio Connections Academy, an online public school. “I just want to thank everyone involved in Annie’s and my success,” said Maxwell. “They say it takes a village and there are so many people who deserve thanks. This goal was a really big leap even for my parents and me but it’s extremely satisfying to have it pay off.” OQHA looks forward to watching this team continue evolving and breaking records.

Chris Cecil Darnell OQHA President (2/18)

Elizabeth Gorski

1st Vice President (2/18) Executive Committe Tri-Chairman

Judd Paul

2nd Vice President (2/18) Executive Committee

Brent Maxwell

Executive Committee * (2/18)

David McDonald, DVM Executive Committee (2/18)

George Seanor

Executive Committee (2/20)

Skip Salome

Congress Tri-Chairman (9/20)

Greg Tordoff

Congress Tri-Chairman (9/19)

Clark Bradley Past President Jim Brennan Past President

Chris Cecil Darnell Past President Vic Clark Past President Hank Clason Past President

Ed Dingledine Honorary Director Wayne Erwin Honorary Director Bob Hexter Honorary Director Burgess Holt Past President Fritz Leeman Past President

Binnie Ann Masters Honorary Director Ron McCarty Honorary Director

David McDonald, DVM Past President Dr. Scott Myers Past President Cliff Nash Past President Alan Potts Past President

Roger Ruetenik Honorary Director Skip Salome Past President

Dan Trein Honorary Director

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Past Presidents & Honorary Directors

2017 Officers

2017 Board of Directors Rod Atherton (2/18)

Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Building Renovations, Congress Programs, VIP Camping*

Justin Billings (2/20)

Brent Maxwell (2/19)

Annual Awards*, Congress Futurities, Executive Committee*, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas, Trail/Western Riding*

Affiliate Relations, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Lectures/Demonstrations, Morning Refreshments, Parade, Stall Move-In Day, Special Evnent Ticket Sales

Cindy Morehead (2/19)

Rick Cecil

Kristine Nagy (2/18)

Annual Awards, Annual Banquet, Professional Horsemen

Matt Claypool (2/20)

Animal Protection/Fire Safety*, Commercial Exhibitors*, Hunter/Jumpers, Judging Team, Team Tournaments (NYATT) Annual Awards, Annual Banquet, Congress Programs, Lectures/ Demonstrations, OQHA Queen, Speed/Contesting

Affiliate Relations, Congress Futurities, Horse Show Advisory/ Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas, Rules, Stall Move-In Day, Trail/Western Riding

Donald Recchiuti (2/19)

Kelli Diaz (2/20)

Commercial Exhibitors, EWD/Heroes On Horses, Membership*

Affiliate Relations, Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Food & Beverage, Stall Move-In Day*

Candi Fites (2/18)

George Seanor (2/18)

Bill Flarida (2/18)

Chuck Smith (2/18)

Shawn Flarida (2/19)

Brent Tincher (2/18)

Annual Awards, Annual Banquet, Affiliate Relations*, Congress Programs*, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, OQHA Queen, Team Tournaments (NYATT)*, OQHYA Information Booth*, Reining

Todd Salome (2/19)

Building Renovations*, Executive Committee, Finance, Grievance, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Long Range Planning, Rules, Trail/Western Riding Cutting

Congress Futurities, Reining, Riding Areas, Professional Horsemen

Kyle Flatter (2/18)

Affiliate Relations, Annual Awards, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Membership, Riding Areas, Professional Horsemen, Stall Move-In Day, Special Evnent Ticket Sales, Trail/Western Riding

Ted Handel (2/18)

Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Food & Beverage, Overflow Trailers, Stall Move-In Day, Trail Ride

Randy Jacobs (2/20)

Congress Futurities, Commercial Exhibitors, Judging Torunament, Overflow Trailers*, Professional Horsemen

Roger Landis (2/19)

Hunter/Jumpers*, Judging Team, Judging Torunament*

Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Congress Futurities, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas, Trail/Western Riding

Greg Tordoff (2/20)

Annual Banquet*, Awards Assignments, Building Renovations, Commercial Exhibitors, Finance, Grievance, Long Range Planning*, Parade, Public Policy, Stall Assignments, Special Event Ticket Sales, Technology*, Tri-Chairman

Shane Watson (2/18)

Public Service Announcements*, Annual Banquet

Randy Wilson (2/18)

Congress Futurities, Drug Task Force, Grievance, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas

Congress Futurities, Drug Task Force, Reining, Super Sale, Professional Horsemen*

* Denotes Committee Chariman

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OQHA Nominees

2018 OQHA

Officer & director nominations

During the September Ohio Quarter Horse Association monthly Board of Directors meeting, nominations were made for the 2018 election slate. Nominations are as follows: President Chris Cecil Darnell 1st Vice President Elizabeth Gorski Roger Landis Brent Maxwell 2nd Vice President Hank Clason Todd Salome Directors Rod Atherton Jessica Daniels Candi Fites Bill Flarida Kyle Flatter Ted Handel Rod Kendle Katsy Leeman

Kristine Nagy Judd Paul Chad Piper George Seanor Chuck Smith Brent Tincher Randy Wilson

Voting Procedure Election ballots will be mailed from the OQHA office in Columbus, Ohio in late December. Ballots should be marked for no less than four directors and no more than six directors to be counted. Each ballot must be submitted individually in the return envelope provided. Ballots must be received by the accounting firm by January 26th to be counted. Ballots should be mailed to: Holbrook & Manter CPAs 103 Professional Pkwy Marysville, OH 43040

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Candidate for President

Where were you born & raised? I was born and raised in Sharon Center, Ohio and currently live there with my husband, Jeff.

Please describe what you do for a living: My husband and I manage the family business, Lanning’s, a fine dining restaurant. I also own and operate Simply Show Services LLC, a show secretary management company. I am fortunate to have worked for many large horse shows and have gained a wealth of knowledge from working with so many different show committees and show managements. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I am a life member of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association, and have been involved as a director and officer for the last 12 years. I have served on many committees including: Futurity, Nominating, Congress Lectures & Demonstrations, Congress Programs, Horse Show Advisory, Rules, Finance, Annual Banquet, Annual Awards, Executive Committee, Congress TriChairman, 1st Vice President and President. Please Discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA: I am a life member of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association, and have been involved as a director and officer for the last 11 years. I have served on many committees including: Futurity, Nominating, Congress Lectures & Demonstrations, Congress

Elizabeth Gorski

Candidate for 1st Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. Our family owns a testing laboratory for the medical device industry.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a director since 2004, and been involved in the following activities: chaired the Congress Lectures and Demonstrations since 2004, served on the OQHA Executive Committee for 4+ years, served as a Congress TriChair in 2017. Ico-chaired the OQHA Golf Outing for the past 4 years. I have also served on these other OQHA Committees: Scholarship, Grievance, drug testing, rules, membership, and public policy. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. Since 2008, I have served on the AQHA Public Policy Committee. Since 2004, I have also served as a member on the Otsego Local

Programs, Horse Show Advisory, Rules, Finance, Annual Banquet, Annual Awards, Executive Committee, Congress Tri-Chairman, 1st Vice President and President.

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Chris Cecil Darnell

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected: In the most recent term, I have served as President. I believe I have many areas of expertise that would qualify me to serve again as the OQHA President. My family and I exhibited in AQHA shows and NSBA futurities all my life. We have operated Cecil Breeding Farm for over 30 years. I have been actively involved in the family breeding business serving as our office manager and treasurer. My company, Simply Show Services LLC, provides services to shows across the nation. I believe my areas of expertise in breeding, showing and show management would qualify me to serve as the President of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association. I hope you allow me to continue this opportunity. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? The priority of OQHA should be fiscal responsibility. The second priority of OQHA should be Congress. Our industry continues to change, and we need to make the changes needed to stay current and on the cutting edge especially in technology at the Congress. Finally, we need to encourage participation of our Youth, Level 1 and Rookie programs. We need the youth to bring in new blood and participation to the breed we all love.

Schools Board of Education (Go Knights!). I am also a member of the National Snaffle Bit Association. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. In 2017, I served as a Congress Tri-chair, chaired the Congress Lectures/Demonstrations, co-chaired the 4th annual OQHA Golf Outing, and chaired the OQHA Grievance Committee. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? Maintain and grow the importance of winning a congress bronze and title among all horsemen, so our event is always the premier horse show at which horsemen want to compete. Continue to upgrade the entertainment value of the Congress to not only participants, but more people in the Columbus market by adding/upgrading/marketing separate events like the country concert and bull riding. Work with OQHA Regional Associations to keep Ohio the top mid-west destination to show horses all year round.

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Roger Landis

Candidate for 1st Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. I co-own North Farm Inc. Stallion and Broodmare managing services.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have served on various committees, including Drug Task Force, Horse Show Advisory, Professional Horsemen, Congress Futurities, Reining and Riding Areas. Chairman Professional Horseman Committee. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I have supported the weekend horse shows throughout Ohio, including the futurities, as both a breeder and trainer.

Additionally, I have judged the Quarter Horse Congress twice and hold AQHA, APHA, NRHA and NSBA judge’s cards. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. I have participated in bringing more Youth members to OQHA through clinics for 4-H and spearheading taking OQHA to the grassroots level. I bring my knowledge of the horse industry, as well as support to increase the longevity of Congress and worked to get OQHA more involved with the state on a local level. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I would like to continue to focus on the growth of Congress, increasing grass roots efforts to all levels of the equine industry within Ohio and increase education for the OQHA youth.

Brent Maxwell

Candidate for 1st Vice President Please describe what you do for a living. I, along with my wife Melissa, own and operate Mil Max Training Center. I am a professional horse trainer and Farrier. I am also an AQHA and NSBA judge. I also do clinics in the United States and internationally. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have many years of experience with OQHA. I am currently the chairman of the executive committee and the awards committee. I have been on most every committee on the board throughout my years of service. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am President of the Eastern Ohio Quarter Horse Association where we offer 3 horse shows a year. I am on Team Wrangler with AQHA where I did educational clinics. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. I have been fortunate enough to have been elected for 3 year term as a director. I am very involved with OQHA. Starting the year with the awards, I help coordinate the year end awards for the annual banquet. I attend the monthly meetings on regular basis and extra meetings involving the executive committee. I help the annual golf outing and this year rode donkeys for

the amateur association to raise money for charity. I helped with admissions at the Congress events and also with the team tournament parade of teams. If elected to 1st Vice President, I will continue to support the organization to my current level and then some. This position would allow me to work with the trichairman that orchestrate the Congress. I would be an asset to this team. As an exhibitor and judge I meet people from all over and listen to ideas or opinions that they have about the congress. I’m very open minded and bring what other exhibitors, vendors, farriers, breeders, trainers and vet clinics have to say to the table , regardless of my opinion. That’s just who I am. I want to see the congress remain the greatest horse show in the country and see our members continue to receive the benefits of OQHA membership. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? The Congress will always be the first priority as it is our life source and provides us with the means to be a leader in the industry. As part of that priority we need to keep in mind that the horse show is what brings all the rest of it together and continually work to improve the show environment. And finally I want to keep the members’ programs going strong. I was in on the front end of our member incentive money where we give $100 certificates at the Ohio shows and have been an advocate to keep it. We also have an elite awards program and I’d like to see that continue along with the support of our youth world and congress teams.

Candidate for 2nd Vice President Where were you born & raised? I was born in Hollywood, CA and currently reside in Medina, OH. Please describe what you do for a living: I own and operate Hank Clason Quarter Horses where I coach amateurs and youth, I also specialize in riding and training futurity horses. I also buy & sell horses. Please Discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA: I have been a Director for over 25 years and have served on almost every committee

term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected: This year I served on the Drug Task Force, Professional Horsemen, Horse Show Advisory and the Congress Futurities Committee.

OQHA Nominees

Hank Clason

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Making the 50th Anniversary of the Congress a standout event to reflect the past, present, and future of the largest single breed horse show in the world. 2. Making sure that we continue to move forward with making Congress exhibitor friendly before and during the show. 3. Ensuring that the committees function properly and are representative of what OQHA wants them to each accomplish.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent

Todd Salome

Candidate for 2nd Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. I own and operate Todd Salome Enterprises, Salco, Ltd which consists of rental properties, and Greenbriar Farms, where Melvin Yoder currently trains.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a member of the OQHA Board of Directors for 13 years. I am the Chairman for the OQHA Trail Ride, which is the largest AQHA trail ride in the country. I am also the Chairman for the Trail Ride Challenge, which is the largest in the country. With the help of my committee We built the largest. AQHA trail ride in the country the last 4 out of the 5 years. Built the largest AQHA Trail ride challenge the last 5 years. Developed with the aid of Lisa Martin the Door Decal advertising program that generates over $20,000.00 in revenue per Congress. Served as past 2nd vice president 2 years Served on the executive committee for 2 years. Chaired the nominating committee 2 years. Chaired rules, fire and safety, OQHA Banquet, Awards, move in day, opening ceremonies and Trail ride.

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am a member of the Board of Directors of the Ohio Cattlemen’s Association and a member of the AQHA Trail Ride Committee. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. With the help of OQHA staff, Lisa Martin, I have managed the door decals at the Congress with revenues coming into OQHA over $20,000. I also work with all other signs at the Congress. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. I will continue to work on getting attendance up for all trade show vendors. 2. I will continue to work on keeping costs/ fees down for Congress exhibitors. 3. I would like to see that committee chairs rotate on a more frequent basis. I believe it is important for the Board of Directors to cross train and understand multiple facets of the Congress. I will continue to promote OQHA and the Congress.

OQHA Nominees

Ron Atherton

Candidate for Director

Where were you born & raised? Utica, Ohio and still live in the same town

Please Discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA: I’m on several Congress committees: Congress Programs, and chair VIP Camping and Overflow Trailers.

Please describe what you do for a living: I’m a project manager for a large commercial construction company.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term: I am active in all the meetings and work the vip camping and help with programs at the Congress.

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I show Halter horses and have been involved with Eastern Ohio shows.

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? Recruit membership, get youth more involved and help build the Congress to keep it the biggest and best horse show.

Jessica Daniels

organizations. I have been the Coach for Concord Equestrian Center IEA Teams (held at JD Show Horses) for the last 4 years. We compete in both western and English IEA events. I am also the new coach for Ohio Wesleyan Equestrian Club. This club is in their building year and we hope to be competing on the IHSA circuit with both an English and Western team in Fall of 2018. I am also an AQHA Level 1 carded judge.

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I am the owner and operator of JD Show Horses located in Delaware, OH. My business base is training all-around horses for the youth and amateur riders. I also have a large riding lesson business and teach around 100 riders a week. Our program offers riding lessons, summer camps, IEA teams and Horse Club. I am also the coach for the Ohio Wesleyan Equestrian Club as well. What is your educational background? I have a Bachelor of Science from The University of Findlay in Equestrian Studies and Business Management. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been involved with OQHA since the age of 11. My mom and grandparents were very involved growing up. I held several OQHYA office positions as well as positions with NOQHYA and after my youth career I stayed involved with the youth as the OQHA Youth Judging Team Coach. My passion is helping young people learn about horses and the different opportunities horses can provide for you. OQHA gave me a lot of opportunities growing up such as competing at the Youth World Show, educating me in business meetings and fundraising, competing at Congress on the NYATT teams, college scholarships and encouraging me to be a good leader. One of the reasons I have stayed involved is because I enjoy helping our youth and the opportunities OQHA offers teaches them more than just showing a horse. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term: If elected I would like to continue working towards getting new members involved with OQHA and bringing new riders to the shows. This season, I had 4 riders that have never shown AQHA, step into the ring. I would like to keep that going and find ways to bring these new members in and get them involved in more areas than just showing. Educating our potential new members on ways to contribute should also be a priority. I can’t count the amount of times where a new parent has said “what is this…”, “how can I…”, “Do we need to be a member of this?” They are typically asking about OQHA and what does everything mean? So many parents want to get involved but don’t know the first step on how to be involved. Increasing membership and Involvement should be a priority. I would also like to get involved in more of the programs that OQHA offers. OQHA has so many areas to be involved with and I am very excited to have a potential opportunity to do more for our association. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1- Increasing Membership and involvement. 2- Increasing Attendance to ALL parts of the Congress. 3- Educating and Keeping Youth members involved in OQHA even after their youth career

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living: I’m retired from West Branch School District Transportation Department, where I worked for 30 years.

What is your educational background? I attended Bowling Green State University with a degree in education. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been an OQHA Director for 10 years. I currently chair the Affiliate Relations Committee, NYATT Committee and Congress Program Sales. I also serve on the Horse Show Advisory, Year-end Awards, and Banquet Committees. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am President of Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Association and serve on the Executive Committee. I chair the Futurity Committee and Membership Committee and serve on the Horse Show Committee.

Kyle Flatter

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I just began running Flat Ridge Training Center in Greenville, Ohio where we specialize in all around horses.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have served on the board as a director for the past 3 years. In the last three years, I have had the opportunity to serve on several committees including awards, professional horsemen, rules, horse show advisory, the nominating committee, and several Congress committees. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am a 6-year member of AQHA Professional Horsemen. I am also currently serving as Vice President of Eastern Ohio Quarter Horse Association. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. The Affiliate Relations Committee involves working with our affiliates for a better relationship. As a member of the Awards and Banquet Committees, I help with the organization of the Annual Banquet and Awards. The Congress Program Committee involves coordinating the program sales during the Congress. NYATT Committee organizes the NYATT competition from start to finish.

OQHA Nominees

Candi Fites

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Congress continues to be our top priority; we should continue moving forward with ideas to keep the Congress the gold standard of horse shows. 2. We should continue our support of the weekend shows and encourage the committees to be exhibitor friendly. 3. The continued support of our youth is important as they are the future leaders of OQHA.

how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term: This past year while serving as a director I have once again helped with the year-end awards, been on the pattern, trail, and nominating committee, along with serving on other committees throughout the year. During the congress I helped with the move-in days, the PBR, Freestyle Reining, NYATT ceremonies, and the Masters. I also had the opportunity to help give tours of the fairgrounds to elected officials and representatives that came to the congress. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. First of all, I believe membership, especially with youth members needs to be a big priority our youth numbers have grown in the past year and I would like to see this trend continue. 2. We need to make sure the Congress remains the number one Equine event. 3. We really need to work on strengthening relationships with our current corporate sponsorships as well as gaining new corporate partners to help continue the growth and success of the Congress.

OQHA Nominees

Bill Flarida

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Ted Handel

Candidate for Director Please describe what you do for a living. I am the owner of Mound City Products Inc., a commercial and residential awning manufacturer whose products include awnings, Wind Socks for the FAA and a variety of custom Equine products and stall curtains. We also own Diamond H Farm a horse training facility and M&H Enterprises (the DBA under which we operate rental properties). My prior business experience was in the corporate world, specializing in material procurement and facilities management. The last 19 of those years, I was with Siemens Airfield Lighting Systems as manager of procurement and facility management. Please state your involvement in any charities, community activities or civic organizations. I have chaired and co-chaired committees for the implementation facilities required for fund raising events for The Works in Newark, Ohio, a philanthropic organization. I have served on the properties committee of Camp Falling Rock, a Boy Scout facility in the Licking District if Simon Kenton Council. I was currently was involved in the committee, completing both design and implementing the funding of $450,000 and installation of a replacement bridge for the entrance to the camp. The project was completed in August of 20117 Also, I have been a member of the Newark Mannerchor for more than 30 years and currently serving as chairman of the Trustees. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a member of OQHA for more than 35 years and a life member for more than 30 years. I have also attended the Congress for more than 30 years. I have participated in the Ohio futurities. I have supported the Congress Queens Contest for the past 10 years and provide stall curtains for the newly elected Queen. I have supported the AQHA Trail Ride by being a committee member since 2011 and 2017 where we had the largest AQHA Trail ride in the nation with prizes for participation. In 2001, Mound City Products manufactured

a vinyl style cover for the OQHRA booth and provides help with the installation every year. My company most recently has produced stall curtains for the Ohio youth teams at the AQHYA Youth World show. During the past 6 years at congress I have helped with NYTT ceremony at the Congress. I have helped with move in days, Fire protection, security for Cutting, and Free style reining events Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am a founding member of the Ohio State Buckskin Association, a charter of the International Buckskin Horse Association. I was a director for OSBA for 15 years and have served as both vice president and president. I am two term Past President of IBHA. I served as chair of the abuse and illegal equipment committee and worked with IBHA and the committee to develop and implement IBHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s current drug testing program. I have represented IBHA at the AQHA convention several times in conjunction with the AQHA/IBHA alliance agreement. I serve as the IBHA alliance representative to NSBA under NSBA/IBHA alliance agreement. I initiated to OQHA the formal request to create the OSBA/OQHA alliance. Please describe how would contribute to OQHA, if elected. I would be able to provide my expertise in procurement, facility management, the time to actively participate OQHA venues to accomplish the goal and commitments of the organization. What do you feel should be OQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Finding ways to promote the growth, retention and participation in all areas of the membership 2. Defining the direction of OQHA during these times of a changing economy 3. Continue to make the Congress the largest and fantastic venue it is in the horse industry today

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I have been self-employed for over 20 years. I am a licensed Real Estate Agent/Broker with ReMax Town Center in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in residential, commercial and equestrian properties.

What is your educational background? I received my degree from Columbus State. I received my real estate sales license in 2001 and my real estate Brokers license in 2016. I have an extensive background in marketing and finance. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been involved with the horse community for the past 8 years. I was asked by several trainers to become more involved with the OQHA at the end of 2015. I regularly attend OQHA board meetings. I am a supporter of the OQHA Foundation, and a regular donor and sponsor of youth association activities as well as Congress Cares. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am a current board member for the following organization: Dreams on Horseback (7 years) and New Albany Community Events (12 years, including 9 years as President). I’ve been a corporate sponsor of the Franklin County Special Olympics Equestrian team since 2010 and a sponsor of the 2017 SOQHA Madness show. In addition, I am a member/supporter of the following organizations: AQHA (5 years), Kiwanis International (18 years

Katsy Leeman

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

total, including 6 years as a board member and 8 years as Co-Chair of the Granville Fourth of July Festival), Juvenile Diabetes research foundation (JDRF) (12 years), Columbus Board of Realtors (16 years), National Association of Realtors (16 years), Mansfield Area Realtors (2 years), Columbus downtown Quarterback club (OSU) (9 years).

OQHA Nominees

Ron Kendle

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. I would love the opportunity to help the organization wherever needed. I bring a great deal of experience in marketing and strategy to help develop the future of the OQHA and I’m excited to share some of my ideas and work with other directors to improve the OQHA. For example, I would like to explore ways to increase the attendance at the Congress both by the public and vendors. I would also like to see our EWD program grow and increase awareness of how important this is to our organization. In addition I would like to see increased participation in the monthly meetings by our trainers. I think this would be helpful when making board decisions.

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Improve marketing tools and website capabilities in order to increase participation in the organization, the organization’s events, and to improve public perception. 2. Improve the event experience by working with participants (trainers, owners, vendors) to identify opportunities to improve event structure and flow. 3. Increase youth involvement by providing them with structured programs to help facilitate ongoing engagement.

OQHA Nominees

Kristine Nagy

Candidate for Director

Where were you born & raised? I was born and raised in Wadsworth, Ohio. I have an undergraduate degree in education, and a master’s degree in counseling, both from the University of Akron. I have been married to my husband Ron for over 30 years. He owns and operates Nagy’s Collision Centers. We live on a small farm with 6 horses, along with assorted dogs and cats. We don’t have any children of our own, but have 23 nieces and nephews.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. I have completed my third year as a director for OQHA. I am the chair of the speed and contesting committee, and serve on the scholarship, awards, banquet, queens and congress program committees. My most active area of contribution is with the speed and contesting. I am the voice for this group of competitors, addressing their concerns, and helping to improve the Barrels and Poles portion of the Congress. I have also actively participated in my other committee assignments, working on selecting scholarship recipients, helping at the golf outing, selling programs at the Congress, helping choose year end awards, as well as make decisions for the annual banquet. I will continue to work hard on any and all committees to which I am assigned, as well as attending monthly OQHA meetings. I will work hard to learn from the experience around me, and contribute all that I can.

Please describe what you do for a living: I am a middle school guidance counselor at Cloverleaf Middle School, in Seville Ohio. I spend my days working with 600 students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade. This is my 31st year in education. I plan to retire at the end of this year. That will allow me to dedicate more What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? time to OQHA. 1. OQHA has been diligently working with state Please state your involvement in any other equine government and non traditional sponsors to ensure the organizations or other charities, community activities continued success of the Congress. While currently in a positive position, we need to continue this mindset to or civic organization: I am a founding member of the National Pole Bending secure the future of the Congress and our association. Association. I am also their national administrator, 2. Continuing to expand the horizons of OQHA is as well as a regional director. I am an active member vital. Examples of this are the trail ride, the Southern of the International Barrel Horse Association, and Belle, the Congress app, OQHA foundation, etc. the National Barrel Horse Association. I am also a OQHA must be open to new opportunities and keep up with technological advances, while maintaining the member of NOQHA. I am also involved in several professional organizations position of promoting the American Quarter Horse. through my work, and am on the building leadership 3. Financial stability continues to be of utmost team at my school. My husband and I have been importance. OQHA is continually working to establish actively involved with the youth at our church for and follow a sound budget, allowing for savings. This is necessary for their continued growth. many years.

Chad Piper

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living: I live in New Albany, Ohio with my wife, Jennifer and our daughter, Allie. I currently work for IronGate Quarter Horses training both Western and English horses. We have trained multiple futurity champions, as well as Congress Champions and top tens.

describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected: I am a life member of OQHA and current 2nd Vice President, and have been a Director for ten years. I have served on numerous committees, including Executive Committee, Professional Horsemen, Rules, Congress Futurities, Stall Move-In Day, Grounds Security, Breeders Incentives, Riding Areas, Horse Show Advisory, Trail/Western Riding, and I am currently the chair of Commerical Exhibitors.

OQHA Nominees

Judd Paul

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I am also a SOQHA Director and the SOQHA President for the past 4 years. I also hold my AQHA & NSBA Judges cards.

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Congress- coming up with new, innovative ideas to keep it as the premier horse show to go to. 2. Weekend Horse Shows- coming up with new ideas to expand and get our new members involved. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please 3. Youth-finding ways to get our youth more involved in the association.

George Seanor

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living: I have been in the construction industry for 39 years and am currently the General Manager of The Industrial Division for The Ruhlin Company, Sharon Center Ohio. The Ruhlin Company is a large general construction firm preforming industrial, building and highway work in Ohio and surrounding states. I attended The Ohio State University and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I am a 25 year member of The Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Association and served as its president for 3 terms. Currently I serve on the Show Committee, executive committee and trail committee. I was a director for the Canton Regional Society of Professional Engineers and the Catholic Youth Council. I am a life member of AQHA and NSBA and support the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term: I have been the congress trail coordinator for the past 13 years and a director for 4 years. The committees I currently serve on are: Nominating, Long Range Planning, Rules, Grievance, Finance, Trail/Western Riding, Affiliate Relations, and Horse Show Advisory. I am also a member of the OQHA Executive Committee. This year OQHA purchased a building in Columbus to serve as the organization’s headquarters. As chairman of the Building Committee I coordinated the design, planning and construction for the building renovations. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? As a member of the Finance and Long Range Planning Committees I feel it is very important that we grow the financial resources of OQHA to so that we can achieve our other organizational goals. Continue to keep The Congress as the premier horse with sound management and innovation. Strengthen our involvement with the youth by providing a quality show and educational experience.

OQHA Nominees

Chuck Smith

Candidate for Director

Texas.

Please describe what you do for a living: I have been a professional cutting horse trainer for over 40 years in Ohio, and now serve as the Executive Director of the National Cutting Horse Association in

around the country that showcase the best cutting horses in the world. The crown jewel of the Mercuria events is the Quarter Horse Congress. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I am currently the President and Executive Director of the National Cutting Horse Association, based in Fort Worth, Texas. I am also a past Vice President of the National Reining Horse Association

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during What is your educational background? I have a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and a your most recent term: Master’s degree in Agriculture and Biochemistry, both I am the show manager for the cutting events at the Congress. This year, that included seven days of from Ohio State University. competition in Limited Age Event and Weekend level Please Discuss your past and current involvement with classes as well as the Mercuria events. OQHA: I am a lifetime member of the Ohio Quarter Horse What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities Association and have been involved in the production of in the next 2-3 years? almost every Congress. I cut classes as a student at OSU 1. A top priority would be to remain financially solvent to be a ringmaster at the first Congress in 1967. I have 2. We should continue to make sure the Quarter Horse headed the cutting at the Congress for the last 24 years. Congress is able to meet the future needs of the horse The Congress cutting has developed into a cornerstone industry. for cutting in the eastern half of the US. It is continuing 3. Another major goal is to promote our western heritage to grow and prosper. There are eight Mercuria events held and offer a family friendly environment.

Brent Tincher

Candidate for Director

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please Please describe what you do for a describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an living: I have lived and worked in Oxford, OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. Ohio for 35+ years. I serve on the Professional Horseman, trail and judge Please discuss your past and current selection committee and will continue to contribute my wisdom of the horse industry involvement with OQHA. I have supplied the show in Ohio for over 40 years and have served on many committees as director for What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? OQHA. See how we can bring the middle class back to our Please state your involvement in any other equine horseshow. Make showing less expensive in Ohio. Get organizations or other charities, community more youth involvement. activities or civic organizations. AQHA and NSBA and I am a judge for both.

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Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I am an instructor at the University of Findlay and operate Randy Wilson Quarter Horses.

Findlay

What is your educational background? Graduated from the University of

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a member of OQHA for over 25 years and have served as a director for OQHA for 6 Years. I am also a National Director for NSBA and serve on several committees for both organizations

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am an AQHA, NSBA and APHA Judge and Professional Horseman.

OQHA Nominees

Randy Wilson

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. I have served on the Congress futurities committee, Riding areas committee, horse show advisory/show and contest, professional horsemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s committee and drug task force committee

What do you feel should be OQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I feel we need to stay user friendly to the exhibitors at the All American Quarter Horse Congress.

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CONGRESS SUCCESS 51st All American Quarter Horse Congress

In October, the 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress took over the Ohio Expo Center for 27 days full of record-breaking rides, and the most successful event to date.

Solano, while Blakeley Colgrove won the Non-Pro Championship on Hes A Heapinspoonful. Throughout the month, the lecture and

Coming off the excitement from the Golden Anniversary, expectations were high but organizers delivered. Reining and Cutting exhibitors kicked off the nearly month-long event on October 3 bright and early with an additional two days added to the front end of the show. As exhibitors checked in at the Entry Office, Commercial exhibitors filled Congress Hall and the Congress Hall Annex with boots, apparel, training gear, tack, and gifts while truck and trailer exhibitors covered every free space on the grounds for the Trade Show opening day on October 6. The 2017 Mercuria NCHA World Series of Cutting helped ring in opening weekend at the Quarter Horse Congress with Austin Shepherd taking home the Open Champion title atop Delux Checks, owned by Amanda Purdin Standish while Cade Shepherd claimed the Non-Pro Champion title riding Christy Hughes, owned by Austin Shepherd. In the Bridleless competition, Zoe Woodland won the Open Champion title atop Sunny Rey

demonstration series gave attendees 21 different opportunities to learn from experts in the equine industry without leaving the grounds. The series successfully offered topics not typically covered elsewhere in the equine show world. In 2016, the new Heroes on Horses class was introduced to highlight United States military veterans who are involved with a P.A.T.H

riding facility or have a disability rating from Veterans

affairs. The tradition continued into the 2017 Congress where dry eyes were a rare sighting in the Celeste Center. On Saturday, October 14, Freestyle Reiners brought the crowd to its feet as Angelia ‘Angie’ Reichert took home the NRHA Open Freestyle Reining Champion title riding Surely Cashin Chex, owned by Linda Williams. Reed Kyle too home the NRHA Non-Pro Freestyle Reining

on October 28 where Best Jazz Album Yet, ridden by Deanna Searles was named the 2017 Congress Masters 2 Yr Old Hunter Under Saddle Champion while Aaron Moses rode VS The First Lady to win the Congress Masters 2 Yr Old Western Pleasure.

Championship riding Gunner Git Ya Dun, owned by Pete and Tamra Kyle. Over the course of the month, youth members competed in various events for the chance to be named the AllAround rider at the 2017 Quarter Horse Congress. Three Ohio Youth members (Abigail Hardy, Ellexxah Maxwell and Emma Gore) claimed those titles for the second year in a row and the Ohio NYATT team followed suit – claiming their second Championship title in a row. The Congress Masters rounded out the special events

Though the Quarter Horse Congress is the most magical place on Earth for most attendees, five couples made sure Congress always held a special place in their hearts by marking the occasion with engagements including a Freestyle Reining proposal and a Pole Bending Demonstration proposal. Thank you to everyone who continues to support the All American Quarter Horse Congress and to all Ohio members who take the time to compete and visit. We look forward to having you in October 2018!

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

level 1 amateur Level 1 Amateur Equitation Over Fences

8. Ribbons N Blues | Alexis Taylor | Alexis Taylor - Grafton OH

Level 1 Amateur Horsemanship

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Horsemanship

6. Sleep Walking | Ashley Lasarenko | Ashley Lasarenko - Elkhart IN

Level 1 Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

Mount Vernon OH 3. Details Of Willy | Paige Peshina Merrill | Royal Wire Product - North Royalton OH 10. Too Hot For Scotch | Hilary Hoffman | Marilee Hoffman Lexington OH

Level 1 Amateur Ranch Riding

9. Fantasize This Chic | Grace Tachikawa | Grace Tachikawa Columbus OH

Level 1 Amateur Showmanship

4. Always A Good Time | Maggie Kirian | Maggie Kirian - Alvada OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Showmanship

4. Always A Good Time | Maggie Kirian | Maggie Kirian - Alvada OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

2. Sleep Walking | Ashley Lasarenko | Ashley Lasarenko Elkhart IN 6. Cruize | Sam Mierzejewski | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Western Pleasure

10. A Moonlit Goodbar | Jamie Billings Richardson | Billings Quarter Horses - Ashville OH

Level 1 Amateur Western Riding

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Hunter Under Saddle

1. Only A Blue | Mackenzie Clason Kuzo | Mackenzie Clason Kuzo - Valparaiso IN 2. BL Just Expect Blue | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel -

amateur | non pro Amateur Grand Champion Stallions

Amateur 2 Yr Old Mares

Amateur 3 Yr Old Mares

Amateur Yearling Stallions - Limited Division

2. Whoisit | Tammi Smith | Tammi Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Yearling Stallions Elite Halter Futurity - Non Pro

2. Whoisit | Tammi Smith | Tammi Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division

Amateur 2 Yr Old Stallions

1. Best Kept Secrete | Robert Eurez | Robert Eurez - Pataskala OH 3. Kewel | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur 2 Yr Old Stallions Limited Division

1. Best Kept Secrete Robert Eurez | Robert Eurez Pataskala OH 3. Kewel | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Stallions

1. Dawns Cool Girl | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 4. Sheza Starlet Hit | Kaityln Salmans | Jacqueline Salmans - Coshocton OH

Amateur Aged Mares

1. Pass Da Pepper | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Aged Mares Limited Division

1. Epic | Holly Saigo | Holly Saigo - 1. Pass Da Pepper | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH London OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Stallions Limited Division

Amateur Performance Mares

Amateur Grand Champion Mares

3. Pass Da Pepper | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Weanling Fillies

8. Shes Cool That Way | Jillian Channell | Jillian Channell Springfield OH 11. IEM So Beautiful | Melanie Griffey | Melanie Griffey - Pataskala OH

Amateur Weanling Mares - Limited Division

7. Shes Cool That Way | Jillian Channell | Jillian Channell Springfield OH 10. IEM So Beautiful | Melanie Griffey | Melanie Griffey - Pataskala OH

Weanling Fillies Elite Halter Futurity - Non Pro

9. IEM So Beautiful | Melanie Griffey | Melanie Griffey - Pataskala OH

Amateur Performance Mares - Limited Division

2. Onlythebestchocolate | Chelsea Martz | Chelsea Martz - Blacklick OH 12. Looking Willy Good | Lacy Lynn Watson | Jamie Watson Goshen OH

Amateur Grand Champion Geldings

5. Guns And Leather | Amy Jo Erhardt | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Weanling Geldings

2. Illicit Intention | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Weanling Geldings - Limited Division

2. Illicit Intention | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Weanling Gelding Elite Halter Futurity - Non Pro

2. Illicit Intention | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

amateur | non pro

Amateur Yearling Geldings

1. Guns And Leather | Amy Jo Erhardt | Amy Jo Erhardt Oxford OH 5. California Kool | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Amateur Yearling Geldings - Limited Division

4. California Kool | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Yearling Gelding Elite Halter Futurity - Non Pro

1. Guns And Leather | Amy Jo Erhardt | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur 2 Yr Old Geldings

2. BPF Top Secret Man | Holly Saigo | Holly Saigo - London OH

NCHA $15,000 Amateur Cutting

12. Good Evening Haida | Carrie Watkins | Scott Hartranft - West Mansfield OH

Amateur Horsemanship

9. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH 14. Always Lopin Sober | Katie Grossnickle | Katie Grossnickle Maple City MI

NSBA Amateur Horsemanship

8. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH 11. Always Lopin Sober | Katie Grossnickle | Katie Grossnickle Maple City MI

Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

Amateur 2 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division

2. BPF Top Secret Man | Holly Saigo | Holly Saigo - London OH

2. Aint Life Sweet | Alexis Taylor | Alexis Taylor - Grafton OH 14. Counts Iron Knight | Grace Tachikawa | Grace Tachikawa Columbus OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Geldings

NSBA Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

2. DMM Secret Sinsation | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford 2. Aint Life Sweet | Alexis Taylor | Alexis Taylor - Grafton OH OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division

Amateur Hunter Under Saddle

Amateur Aged Geldings

4. Coos Me In The Dark | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Amateur Aged Geldings - Limited Division

3. Coos Me In The Dark | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Amateur Performance Geldings

Amateur Performance Geldings - Limited Division

NSBA Amateur Hunter Under Saddle

8. The Chocolate Chiper | Kathryne Zachrich | Kathryne Zachrich Delaware OH

Maturity Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

2. Too Blazin Cool | Olivia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC - Powell OH 4. Al I Want Is You | Ashton Krutulis | Ashton Krutulis - Ashville OH

7. The Chocolate Chiper | Kathryne Zachrich | Kathryne Zachrich Delaware OH 9. Put Your Spurs On | Shelly Boyle | Shelly Boyle - Roswell GA

Amateur Ranch Riding

2 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA

4. Crank Up The Band | Abby Gettinger | Abby Gettinger - Milton IN

9. Just Waiting A Minut | Megan Arnold-Queen | Debra Arnold Ashland OH

7. Crank Up The Band | Abby Gettinger | Abby Gettinger - Milton IN

NSBA Amateur Ranch Riding

Amateur Reining

2 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

11. Just Waiting A Minut | Megan Arnold-Queen | Debra Arnold Ashland OH

3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA

3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA

NRHA Green Reiner Level 2

1. Shiney Juice | Valerie Fites Sturgeon | Caleb Sturgeon - Beloit OH 11. Whizzin R Cash Away | Grace Tachikawa | Grace Tachikawa Columbus OH

NRHA Non Pro Freestyle Reining

6. Crank Up The Band | Abby Gettinger | Abby Gettinger - Milton IN

NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes

1. Odds In My Favour | Katsy Leeman | Katsy Leeman - Massillon OH 5. Saddled On Saturday | Charley Thiel | Charley Thiel - Dublin OH

4. Me And My Assets | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Atlanta GA

NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 3 Stakes

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes Limited NSBA

2. Me And My Assets | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Atlanta GA

1. Odds In My Favour | Katsy Leeman | Katsy Leeman - Massillon OH 4. Saddled On Saturday | Charley Thiel | Charley Thiel - Dublin OH

Amateur Jumping

NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 2 Stakes

NSBA Amateur Jumping

NRHA Novice Horse Level 2 - Non Pro

Non Pro Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes NSBA

NRHA Novice Horse Level 1 - Non Pro

SBB Non Pro Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes NSBA

Amateur Showmanship

13. Shez Rockin | Sydney Krebs | Sydney Krebs - Grove City OH

11. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH

Amateur Pleasure Driving

NSBA Amateur Showmanship

Amateur Pole Bending

Amateur Western Pleasure

6. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH 10. Looking Willy Good | Lacy Lynn Watson | Jamie Watson Goshen OH

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

amateur | non pro

14. Easy N The Moonlight | Alyssa Justus | Alyssa Justus - Grove City Massillon OH OH

NSBA Amateur Western Pleasure

6. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH 10. Looking Willy Good | Lacy Lynn Watson | Jamie Watson Goshen OH

Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

6. Cowboyputaspellonme | Katsy Leeman | Fritz Leeman - Massillon OH

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA

7. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH

7. Cowboyputaspellonme | Katsy Leeman | Fritz Leeman - Massillon OH

Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA

Amateur Western Riding

5. RR Magical Moonlite | Kylee Wiseman | Dennis & Debbie Martin - Beaver OH 9. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH

3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

15. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH

NSBA Amateur Western Riding

3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA 13. Cowboyputaspellonme | Katsy Leeman | Fritz Leeman -

NSBA Amateur Trail

9. Cruize | Sam Mierzejewski | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

level 1 amateur select Level 1 Amateur Select Horsemanship

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Select Horsemanship

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Select Hunt Seat Equitation

7. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy MI

Level 1 Amateur Select Showmanship

7. This Art To Be Good | Vickie Shriver | Vickie Shriver - Apple Creek OH

Level 1 Amateur Select Western Pleasure

7. Lazyboy | Jolene Mierzejewski | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Select Western Pleasure

6. Lazyboy | Jolene Mierzejewski | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

Level 1 Amateur Select Trail

4. Won Good RV Machine | Jennifer Michaels | Jerilynne Michaels Woodland PA

amateur select Amateur Select Barrel Racing

11. Heza Trixie Guy | Kristine Nagy | Kristine Nagy - Doylestown OH

Amateur Select Hunt Seat Equitation

NSBA Amateur Select Hunt Seat Equitation

3. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy OH

Amateur Select Hunter Under Saddle

11. Al Be Seeing Ya | Margaret Garwood | Margaret Garwood Canfield OH 15. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy OH

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NSBA Amateur Select Hunter Under Saddle

10. Al Be Seeing Ya | Margaret Garwood | Margaret Garwood Canfield OH 14. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy OH

Amateur Select Pole Bending

7. Heza Trixie Guy | Kristine Nagy | Kristine Nagy - Doylestown OH

Amateur Select Showmanship

15. Check This Machine | Kimberly Best | Kimberly Best - Salem OH

NSBA Amateur Select Showmanship

11. Check This Machine | Kimberly Best | Kimberly Best - Salem OH

Amateur Select Western Riding

6. Maxelrod | Patsy Geier | Patsy Geier - Liberty Twp OH

Grand Champion Stallions

2 Yr Old Stallions

Weanling Stallions

3 Yr Old Stallions

1. Best Kept Secrete | Ross Roark | Robert Eurez - Pataskala OH 3. Whoisit | Dewey Smith | Tammi Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Weanling Stallions - Limited Division

Yearling Stallions - Limited Division

4. Telapazaz | Justin Bisel | Karen Johnson - Skanee MI

Yearling Stallions Elite Halter Futurity - Open

3. Telapazaz | Justin Bisel | Karen Johnson - Skanee MI

Weanling Mares - Limited Division

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

open

Weanling Fillies Elite Halter Futurity - Open

3. Acoolest Chloie | Dave Williamson | Pamela Bucklew-Wilder Springfield OH 7. IEM So Beautiful | Melanie Griffey | Melanie Griffey - Pataskala OH

Yearling Mares

Yearling Mares - Limited Division

4. Ima Custom Babe | Justin Bisel | Karen Johnson - Skanee MI 9. Sweet Child Of Myne | Matthew Woodson | Terry &/Or Laurie Stewart - Berlin Center OH

2 Yr Old Mares

7. Onlythebestchocolate | Judd Paul | Chelsea Martz - Blacklick OH 10. Formal I Will Be | Brent Maxwell | Ryan Flowers Williston FL

Performance Mares - Limited Division

Weanling Geldings

2. Illicit Intention | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 5. Jimmie Choo | Matthew Woodson | Matthew Guthrie - Marysville OH

2 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division

3 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division

2. Be A Diva | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 5. Sheza Starlet Hit | Justin Bisel | Jacqueline Salmans - Coshocton OH

Aged Mares

4. Pass Da Pepper | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Yearling Geldings Elite Halter Futurity - Open

2. Amazing Secretz | Justin Bisel | Karen Johnson - Skanee MI

2 Yr Old Geldings

2. BPF Top Secret Man | Dewey Smith | Holly Saigo - London OH

3 Yr Old Geldings

Aged Mares - Limited Division

2. DMM Secret Sinsation | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 5. Initially A Cool Kid | Dewey Smith | Dewey Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Performance Mares

1. DMM Secret Sinsation | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

1. Pass Da Pepper | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

3 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division

Aged Geldings

9. PF Supreme City | Dave Williamson | Pamela Bucklew-Wilder Springfield OH

Aged Geldings - Limited Division

6. PF Supreme City | Dave Williamson | Pamela Bucklew-Wilder Springfield OH 11. Levites | Natalie Vargo | Sandy Vargo - Plain City OH

Performance Geldings

Mount Vernon OH

NSBA Junior Hunter Under Saddle

3. Al Be Jamun | Heidi Piper | Julia Ray - Beloit OH 12. BL Just Expect Blue | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel Mount Vernon OH

Senior Hunter Under Saddle

NSBA Senior Hunter Hack

SBB 2 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

3. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH 6. Maybe The One | Nicole Giumenti | Michele McLaughlin Sunbury OH

Level 1 Hunter Under Saddle

3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity NSBA

NSBA Level 1 Hunter Under Saddle

3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity - Limited NSBA

7. Mito Been Me | Dawn Baker | Fritz Leeman - Massillon OH 12. BL Just Expect Blue | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel Mount Vernon OH

Junior Hunter Under Saddle

3. Al Be Jamun | Heidi Piper | Julia Ray - Beloit OH 13. BL Just Expect Blue | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel -

4. Al American Girl | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH 6. BL Just Expect Blue | Stephanie Armellini | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel Mount Vernon OH

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

open

SBB 3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity Limited NSBA

NRHA Intermediate Open Reining

12. Drop Your Guns | Rusty Dare | Michell Kimball - Encinitas CA

1. Al American Girl | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH

NRHA Primetime Open Reining

Congress Masters 2 Yr Old Hunter Under Saddle NSBA

NRHA Novice Horse Level 2 - Open

12. Drop Your Guns | Rusty Dare | Michell Kimball - Encinitas CA

Junior Pole Bending

15. RWS ColorMeIntrigued | Hannah Mauter | Hannah Mauter Kirtland OH

Senior Pole Bending

7. Lightning Starsnbars | Charles Peoples | Kristine Nagy Doylestown OH

Congress Pole Bending Sweepstakes

9. Lightning Starsnbars | Charles Peoples | Kristine Nagy Doylestown OH

Junior Ranch Riding

5. Whizzin Banjo | Clark Bradley | Clark Bradley - Findlay OH 10. Invitemetoosleepover | Jessica Braswell | James Bohannon Vandalia OH

NSBA Junior Ranch Riding

3. Whizzin Banjo | Clark Bradley | Clark Bradley - Findlay OH 6. Invitemetoosleepover | Jessica Braswell | James Bohannon Vandalia OH

Senior Ranch Riding

NRHA Novice Horse Level 1 - Open

6. Lil Rene Gun | Sam Schaffhauser | James Fanello - Lucas OH

NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity

2. Missin My Tinsel | Shawn Flarida | Garry Ray Smith - Springfield OH

NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity

12. Benjamin Sprite | Luke Gagnon | Bahn Quarter Horses LLC Wildwood MO

NRHA Open Reining Level 2 Futurity

10. Benjamin Sprite | Luke Gagnon | Bahn Quarter Horses LLC Wildwood MO 11. Xtra Pretty Cocktail | Dan Huss | Fred Christen - Whitehouse OH

NRHA Open Reining Primetime Futurity

4. Xtra Pretty Cocktail | Dan Huss | Fred Christen - Whitehouse OH 9. Dirty In Tinseltown | Margaret Fuchs | Saddle Creek Farm Inc Canfield OH

Junior Pleasure Driving

1. Levites | Brian Holmes | Sandy 9. Crank Up The Band | Brent Maxwell | Abby Gettinger - Milton IN Vargo - Plain City OH

NSBA Senior Ranch Riding

Senior Pleasure Driving

Open English Yearling Longe Line Stakes NSBA

10. You Should Be Here | Jamie Watson | Cynthia Servizzi - Batavia OH

Level 1 Western Pleasure

Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA

5. Batmans Loping Lady | Chad Piper | Margaret Garwood - Canfield OH

10. Cowboyputaspellonme | Angie Cannizzaro | Fritz Leeman Massillon OH 13. Batt In The Night | Melvin Yoder | Stephanie Craddock Pickerington OH

Congress Masters 2 Yr Old Western Pleasure NSBA

NSBA Level 1 Western Pleasure

4. ATM | Jessica Johnson | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH 8. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH

2. She Had Me At Hello | Kenny Lakins | Michael Vargo - Plain City OH 8. Cowboyputaspellonme | Angie Cannizzaro | Fritz Leeman Massillon OH

Senior Western Pleasure

10. Cool Lookin Moonie | Bradley Pitts | Bussing Performance Horses LLC - Evansville IN

NSBA Senior Western Pleasure

10. Cool Lookin Moonie | Bradley Pitts | Bussing Performance Horses LLC - Evansville IN

2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA

1. Mr Zippos Good Bar | Drew Debuhr | John Narmont - Auburn IL

2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA

8. Keeping Vitals Good | Randy Wilson | Ron Shelly - Georgetown TX

Senior Working Hunter

NSBA Senior Working Hunter

6. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH

Congress Open Hunter Classic NSBA

12. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH

Senior Trail

3. Some Hot Potential | Jennifer Paul | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH 9. Always Lopin Sober | Brent Maxwell | Katie Grossnickle - Maple City MI

NSBA Senior Trail

3. Some Hot Potential | Jennifer Paul | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH 9. Always Lopin Sober | Brent Maxwell | Katie Grossnickle - Maple City MI

1. Mr Zippos Good Bar | Drew Debuhr | John Narmont - Auburn IL

Senior Level 1 Trail

2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

8. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 14. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4. Makin Me Willy Wild | Kenny Lakins | Debra Trubee - N Lawrence OH 12. Hot Krymsun Machine | Randy Wilson | Donald & Robin Wildermuth - Mount Perry OH

SBB 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA 3. Makin Me Willy Wild | Kenny Lakins | Debra Trubee - N Lawrence OH

13. Maxelrod | Cheryl Hawkins | Patsy Geier - Liberty Twp OH

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

7. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 11. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

6. I Am Batt Man | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH 8. Cruize | Jennifer Paul | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA

Senior Trail

Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA

NSBA Senior Trail

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

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Senior Level 1 Trail

13. Maxelrod | Cheryl Hawkins | Patsy Geier - Liberty Twp OH

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

8. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 14. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

7. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 11. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

6. I Am Batt Man | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH 8. Cruize | Jennifer Paul | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

heroes on horses Heroes On Horses Walk Trot Western Independent

1. Rock On Mr Cool | Helenn Voss | Natalie Hilty - Huber Heights OH

equestrians with disabilities EWD Walk/Trot Hunter Under Saddle - Independent

EWD Walk/Trot Hunt Seat Equitation - Independent

2. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH 14. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH

NSBA EWD Walk/Trot Hunter Under Saddle - Independent

2. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH NSBA EWD Walk/Trot Hunt Seat Equitation - Independent 8. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH

small fry Small Fry Western Horsemanship

1. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH 9. Jacks Are Sleepy Too | Aviana Nemeth | Scott Nemeth Delaware OH

NSBA Small Fry Horsemanship

1. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH

Small Fry Hunt Seat Equitation

NSBA Small Fry Hunt Seat Equitation

3. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH 10. Lovin This Potential | Addison Nalle-Icenhour | Addison NalleIcenhour - Jeromesville OH

Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle

2. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH 3. Details Of Willy | Morgan Merrill | Royal Wire Product - N Royalton - OH

small fry 7. Makem Hot | Kendel Bachey | Kendel Bachey - Blanchester OH 14. Consider Him Sheik | Adeline Gabor | Valerie Gabor - Madison OH

4. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH 9. Lovin This Potential | Addison Nalle-Icenhour | Addison NalleIcenhour - Jeromesville OH

NSBA Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle

Small Fry Western Pleasure

Small Fry Showmanship

NSBA Small Fry Showmanship

5. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH

NSBA Small Fry Western Pleasure

5. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH

Small Fry Trail

NSBA Small Fry Trail

3. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH 12. Consider Him Sheik | Adeline Gabor | Valerie Gabor - Madison OH

1. Genuine Sheik | Allyssa Paul | Allyssa Paul - New Albany OH

level 1 youth Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 13 & Under

NSBA Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 13 & Under

7. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH 10. Three Bars Edition | Courtney Hilty | Courtney Hilty - Huber Heights OH

Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 14-18

6. Venture Assets | Brianna Merklin | Brianna Merklin - Lewis Center OH 13. Lonesome At The Bar | Kyleigh Buhl | Kyleigh Buhl - Ashland OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 14-18

6. Venture Assets | Brianna Merklin | Brianna Merklin - Lewis Center OH

Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18

NSBA Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18

8. Im Too Sleepy | Madison Burlett | Susan Burlett - Chelsea MI

Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 13 & Under

NSBA Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 13 & Under 2. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH

Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 14-18

Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 13 & Under

4. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH 5. Krysum Investment | Kendall McClintock | Denise McClintock Galena OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 13 & Under

NSBA Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 14-18

3. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH

6. Naturally Smokin | Brooke Edwards | Brooke Edwards - London OH

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

level 1 youth 7. SweetTalkinArtifacts | Alexa Thorpe | Alexa Thorpe - West Jefferson OH 8. Hott Dam | Maria Mancino | Shannon And/Or David Mancino Middletown OH

Level 1 Youth Ranch Riding

NSBA Level 1 Youth Ranch Riding

NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 13 & Under

2. Touched Softly | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 14-18

8. Prinzziples N Cash | Karley Goff | Karley Goff - Zanesville OH 12. So Darn Lazy | Claire Vaughan | Claire Vaughan - Wooster OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 14-18

7. Prinzziples N Cash | Karley Goff | Karley Goff - Zanesville OH

Level 1 Youth Western Riding 14-18

4. Willy Good Investmnt | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH

5. Super Yellow Doc | Emily Ambrose | Emily Ambrose - Chardon OH 7. Pines Gun Start | Seth Rogers | Seth Rogers - Whitehouse OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Riding 14-18

Level 1 Youth Reining

NSBA Level 1 Youth Working Hunter

Level 1 Youth Showmanship 13 & Under

14. Three Bars Edition | Courtney Hilty | Courtney Hilty - Huber Heights OH

2. Willy Good Investmnt | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 3. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Level 1 Youth Trail 13 & Under

6. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 7. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Trail 13 & Under

11. Three Bars Edition | Courtney Hilty | Courtney Hilty - Huber Heights OH

4. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 5. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

Level 1 Youth Showmanship 14 -18

Level 1 Youth Trail 14-18

NSBA Level 1 Youth Showmanship 13 & Under

4. Good Miss Cadillac | Alexis Winemiller | Alexis Winemiller Blanchester OH 9. Lonesome At The Bar | Kyleigh Buhl | Kyleigh Buhl - Ashland OH

Level 1 Youth Working Hunter

4. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 13 & Under

2. Touched Softly | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH 14. Jacks Are Sleepy Too | Clara Nemeth | Scott Nemeth - Delaware OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Trail 14-18

7. Onlya Glowing Diesel | Charlotte Chubb | Charlotte Chubb Findlay OH 8. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

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NSBA Equitation Over Fences 13 & Under

Youth Grand Champion Mares

3. Sweep Me Away | Margaret Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Youth 2 Yr Old Mares

1. Sweep Me Away | Margaret Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH 2. Shez Cool N Elusive | Bradyn Burke | Tiffany Burke -Mount Vernon OH

Youth 3 Yr Old Mares

3. Sheza Starlet Hit | Tara Salmans | Jacqueline Salmans - Coshocton OH

Youth Performance Mares

6. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 7. Good Miss Cadillac | Alexis Winemiller | Alexis Winemiller Blanchester OH

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH 5. Are You Captivated | Emily Patton | Four Star Quarter Horses Dublin OH

Youth Equitation Over Fences 14-18

15. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

NSBA Youth Equitation Of Fences 14-18

8. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Youth Horsemanship 11 & Under

12. You Stop My Heart | Mia Wunderlich | Mia Wunderlich - Powell OH

Youth Horsemanship 12-14

7. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH

NSBA Youth Horsemanship 12-14

6. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH

Youth Horsemanship 15-18

2. California Kool | Margaret Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH 4. Amazing Vaquero | Millie Landon | Tara Landon - Bourbon IN

4. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 10. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH

Youth 3 Yr Old Geldings

NSBA Youth Horsemanship 15-18

Youth Yearling Geldings

2. Initially A Cool Kid | Colton Smith | Dewey Smith - Bellefontaine OH 5. BMQ Im Just A Tool | Lucy Eier | Lucy Eier - New Carlisle OH

Youth Aged Geldings

Youth Performance Geldings

Youth Barrel 14-18

7. Jazzme Ta Fame | Colin Robinson | Donald Robinson - Caldwell OH

4. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 9. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH

NSBA Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 12-14

10. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH

Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 15-18

Youth Equitation Over Fences 13 & Under

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

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Youth Hunter Hack 14-18

Youth Jumping

Youth Hunter Under Saddle 12-14

NSBA Youth Hunter Under Saddle 12-14

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

NSBA Youth Jumping

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

Youth Pole Bending 13 & Under

14. TOP JAC FRITZ | Lane Robinson | Donald Robinson - Caldwell OH

Youth Pole Bending 14-18

4. Jazzme Ta Fame | Colin Robinson | Donald Robinson - Caldwell OH 8. Paris Deck | Sarah Studer | Sarah Studer - Sycamore OH

Youth Ranch Riding

8. Shining Chex To Cash | Grant Mastin | Melissa Armstrong Jackson OH

9. Ridin Good N Radical | Sophia Schweitzer | Sophia Schweitzer Medina OH 15. Super Yellow Doc | Emily Ambrose | Emily Ambrose - Chardon OH

NSBA Youth Ranch Riding

Youth Western Pleasure 12-14 1. RR Magical Moonlite | Kylee Wiseman | Dennis & Debbie Martin - Beaver OH 2. Touched Softly | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

Youth Western Pleasure 15-18

NRHA Rookie Reining

10. A Bueno Chic | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

Youth Reining 13 & Under

4. Wrighteous Man | Sam Flarida | Shawn Flarida - Springfield OH 12. A Bueno Chic | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

NRHA Youth Reining 13 & Under

Youth Reining 14-18

NSBA Youth Western Pleasure 15-18

Youth Western Riding 14-18

12. Willy Good Investmnt | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell W Mansfield OH

NSBA Youth Western Riding 14-18

NRHA Youth Reining 14-18

Youth Working Hunter 13 & Under

Youth Showmanship 12-14

6. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

NSBA Youth Showmanship 12-14

6. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

Youth Showmanship 15-18

2. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell W Mansfield OH

NSBA Youth Showmanship 15-18

2. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell W Mansfield OH

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH 11. Romantic Lass | Liberty Pennington | Liberty Pennington New Concord OH

NSBA Youth Working Hunter 13 & Under

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

Youth Working Hunter 14-18

3. Dancin N The Dirt | Natalie Vargo | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH 10. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

NSBA Youth Working Hunter 14-18

6. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Youth Trail 11 & Under

15. You Stop My Heart | Mia Wunderlich | Mia Wunderlich - Powell OH

CONGRESS RESULTS Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

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Youth Trail 12-14

3. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 5. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

NSBA Youth Trail 12-14

3. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 5. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

Youth Trail 15-18

1. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH

6. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

NSBA Youth Trail 15-18

1. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH 5. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

SAVE THE DATES All American Quarter Horse Congress October 2-28, 2018 OHIO EXPO CENTER | COLUMBUS, OHIO

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8. Guns Sugar Chex | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

NYATT Hunter Under Saddle

NYATT Showmanship

NSBA NYATT Showmanship

2. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 8. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

NYATT Horsemanship

NSBA NYATT Horsemanship

NYATT Western Pleasure

NSBA NYATT Western Pleasure

NYATT Reining

NSBA NYATT Hunter Under Saddle

NYATT Barrels

NYATT Hunt Seat Equitation

5. Too Lazy To Zip | Lauren Carnahan | Lauren Carnahan Chagrin Falls OH 9. Big Country Kruzer | Alexa Black | Alexa Black - Springfield OH

NSBA NYATT Hunt Seat Equitation

5. Too Lazy To Zip | Lauren Carnahan | Lauren Carnahan - Chagrin Falls OH 8. Big Country Kruzer | Alexa Black | Alexa Black - Springfield OH

2017 OQHA QUEEN

KELSEY DORKA

enhanced and developed my personal and professional skills that I will continually utilize both inside and outside of my professional career. I networked with industry professionals, AQHA officers and directors who have all contributed pieces of advice and valuable perspectives on the industry.

“There’s only one thing more precious than our time and that’s what we spend it on.” This quote by Leo Christopher eloquently describes the importance of fostering meaningful and fulfilling experiences within a lifetime. When I reflect on this past year I cannot help but smile as I recall my own participation in various horse shows, organizational meetings, promotional events, guest appearances, and royalty contests. Memories of the exhibitors, show staff, judges, stewards, spectators, friends and families continually resurface as I think about each and every event. To represent and promote OQHA and the American Quarter Horse breed has been a rewarding experience that fills my heart with happiness and gratitude. I was able to cheer on fellow Ohio friends and exhibitors, present numerous prestigious awards, prize monies and scholarships. I was encouraged to leave my comfort zone well behind as I gave several public speeches about balancing equine extracurricular activities in addition to representing the Ohio Quarter Horse Association as queen, all while pursuing a higher education. I generated countless friendships with fellow and future queens that I will cherish forever. I joined numerous local organizations including the University of Toledo Equestrian Team and the Fulton County Saddle Club where I now serve as Membership Chair elect. I also witnessed and participated in the planning, organizing and implementation of an AQHA show. Along my journey I

Serving as the 2017 Ohio Quarter Horse Association Queen has been my sincerest honor and greatest pleasure. Words cannot express how thankful I am for the multitudinous opportunities that were provided to me, and I hope that future queens will also take advantage of such instances and be able to say the same at the conclusion of each year. Enjoy every moment. Thank you, OQHA, for providing such a wonderful opportunity to the young ladies of our organization and community. Thank you to the show staff, organizers, officers and directors for your kindness and assistance throughout the year. A huge thank you to the Hilty family for sharing “Oscar” with me this year. Courtney and Natalie, I am so delighted to have gained two additional horse-show sisters. I also owe enormous and endless thanks to Lynne Puthoff, for adopting another young horse-crazy enthusiast and for supporting all of my goals and ambitions this past year. You are a remarkable coach and beloved role-model. My journey would not be complete without the support from my loved ones, especially my fiancé, Nicholas, who I promise to no longer delay the planning of our special day (September, 2019!). And finally, a special thank you to my close friend, Carly L. Kidner, for your continued support and guidance.

Sincerely, Kelsey M. Dorka

Mariah Sherer

College: The Ohio State University

OQHA Queen Candidates

Honors: Silver Presidential Service Award | Ohio State Equestrian National Team | Deans List (Chemistry Major - 3.8 GPA) | American Chemical Society Hach Scholarship Recipient | Champion Youth Weanling Mare Congress 2014 If you were OQHA Queen... I would represent the Ohio Quarter Horse Association from the standpoint of an active student. It was a balancing act this semester to show my homegrown mare at the Congress, continue to maintain my grades, leading the National Science Teacher’s Association Student Chapter that I founded at Ohio State, and being an executive member of the Ohio State Equestrian team. Keeping up with all of my activities has shown my ability to multitask and will be a good representation to other members that they don’t have to sacrifice involvement in the quarter horse industry because of other commitments. My goal as queen is to work with the administration to help continue to improve the quarter horse industry’s participation with the “green” environmental movement. Thoughts on the Congress Queen Contest... I vividly remember when I arrived at Congress hall for my first Congress as a young girl who had just started showing horses at open shows, I saw the queen’s booth and was instantly enthralled with the idea of running for the Congress Queen. I support the Congress Queen contest as a way to have an identified representative that will promote and support the quarter horse industry. What makes you unique/sets you apart from other contestants? I believe I have the highest level of determination, integrity, and professionalism.

College: The Ohio State University

Grace Tachikawa

Honors: Dean’s List 2014 - 2016 | Member of Pi Beta Phi, Ohio Beta Chapter | Open rider in Horsemanship and Reining for The Ohio State University Western Equestrian Team | 2017 OQHA Reserve Novice Amateur All-Around High-Point Champion | 2017 Buckeye Classic Rookie All-Around High-Point Champion | 2016 Reserve IHSA National Champion Advanced Horsemanship If you were OQHA Queen... If I were the Ohio Quarter Horse Association Queen, I would work to be the very best version of myself, so I can be a role model for all the young girls that look up to the queen. The youth of today are the future of this association and of the Quarter Horse industry. As the OQHA queen I hope to make a positive impact and provide encouragement to all the young equestrians I meet. To me, the queen is the face of the association and it is her duty to represent and promote the American Quarter Horse and the Ohio Quarter Horse Association. Whether it’s at horse shows, trail rides, OQHA meetings, or community events, my goal as queen would be to spread my passion and dedication to this association and the American Quarter Horse. Thoughts on the Congress Queen Contest... I think the Congress Queen Contest is the true test of each candidate’s poise, appearance and personality, knowledge of horses and the breed, and superior horsemanship. Each winner of the queen’s contest exemplifies what it means to be polished and elegant, charming, knowledgeable and a well-rounded horsewoman. The Congress Queen is the public figure and spokeswoman not only for The All-American Quarter Horse Congress that year, but also OQHA, AQHA, and the entire horse industry as a whole. I think the Congress Queen’s Contest is a great way for passionate and driven young women for all across the country to come together and share their love for the American Quarter Horse. What makes you unique/sets you apart from other contestants? I believe my dedication and passion for all horses, but most notably the Quarter Horse, is what truly sets me apart from others. I’ve been “horse crazy” for as long as I can remember, but like many other kids growing up, I wasn’t financially able to own and show my own quarter horse competitively. Instead of being discouraged by this somewhat intimidating industry, I was determined to find my way in the equestrian world. I actively sought out opportunities to be around horses of any breed and discipline. I was 15 years old when I emailed every single horse trainer I could find on Facebook, asking them if they had a horse they would let me show. Looking back, this was kind of crazy, but it worked. One trainer out of the dozens I emailed said yes, Jessica Daniels. Jessica let me lease and show a grey mare in her barn named Goldie when I was 15 and 16. I then also joined her Western IEA team, and the OQHYA Judging Team. When I went to college and could no longer ride with Jessica, I went to the University of Findlay where I tried out for, and made, both their Western and Hunt Seat IHSA teams. I then transferred to Ohio State where I continued riding on their Western Team. Transferring to Ohio State was tough academically, but I was able to begin riding with Jessica again in the fall of 2016. This past spring, I had finally saved up enough money to buy my own show horse prospect, “Towers” who I’ve now shown successfully in the Amateur and Novice Amateur classes. I am now living my dream of being able to own and show my very own Quarter Horse, but I am forever thankful for all the opportunities I had to be around horses until now. If I could give some advice to anyone with a dream, it would be to pursue it and do it passionately, you never know what opportunities you may encounter along the way or where you might end up!

EOQHA has had a great year followed up by an even better Congress. First of all, we would like to congratulate Miss Sara Laughlin for being named All-American Quarter Horse Congress queen and doing a great job representing EOQHA. Sara won the written test portion of the contest as well as being 2nd in the interview, and 6th in the Horsemanship. Thanks Sara keep up the great work. Also, EOQHA would like to congratulate our NYATT team on being 13th out of 61 NYATT teams. This year’s team was made up by: Ashley Henry, Hannah Fox, Sydney Krebs, Tara Salamans, Megan Bailey, Lane Robinson, Dolan Robinson, and Jamie Turner. We would like to thank everyone who has supported EOQHA this year and look forward to seeing you at our banquet on Saturday January 6th,2018.

Congratulations to our NYATT team on their second place finish at the Congress. We are so proud of all of you! We are excited to announce the Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Association (SOQHA) will be starting our show season March 3-4 2018 with our spring show at the Champions Center in Springfield, Ohio. This show is sure to be a sell out! Reservations will be taken January 1. RV and Stall forms can be found at www. anequineproduction.co New memberships for 2018 and renewals can be sent in now. You can find the form on our website www.soqha.com. The Challenge – Madness dates are May 11-13 and May 16-20, 2018. Reservation for this show will begin on” FEBURARY 1st. “ These two shows are still at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, Ohio. We hope to see everyone in our awards hospitality room at the OQHA awards banquet.

Ohio Amateurs give back!

The OAQHA membership once again held their annual pancake breakfast during youth weekend at this year’s Congress. Over 500 people enjoyed the all-you-can-eat pancakes made for the benefit of St. Jude Children’s hospital. This annual event has become a staple at the Congress and offered the best deal around where patrons warmed up and experienced some of the signature hospitality the Amateurs have become known for. Special thank you to Concessions by Cox and Skip Salome for loyally supporting the event year after year. Never short on offering help, the Amateurs also recently made a $2,000 donation to the American Association of Equine Practitioners to offer assistance to those horses affected by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.

OAQHA continued paying it forward by sponsoring the travel expenses for those veterans participating in the Heroes on Horses at this year’s Congress. The veterans hold a special place near and dear to the hearts of the Amateur membership. OAQHA also held a fundraiser at their annual Buckeye Classic horse show, generating some $30,000 for the support of our veterans. The Amateurs didn’t stop there, they made it possible for any veteran attending this year’s AQHA World Show to enjoy a special reception on Veteran’s Day. Each attendee was honored at that evening’s finals and treated to food, drinks and given access to the Ford VIP Club all courtesy of OAQHA. “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” –Ronald Reagan

NOQHA is look forward to 2017. Our annual meeting and awards banquet will be held on January 27, 2018 at the Hilton-Akron/Fairlawn, Akron, Ohio. The annual meeting is at 3 p.m. Happy Hour at 5 p.m. with dinner followed by awards at 6 p.m. Please plan to join us. Reservation forms will be on the website soon. Mark your calendars, our show dates and judges for 2018 are as follows. As in previous years, we expect to sell out of stalls and camping for May and June, reservation forms will available on our website after the first of the year. Stalls and camping reserved only with advanced payment.

NOQHA Spring Extravaganza May 25-27, 2018 University of Findlay, Findlay, OH Judges: Sissy Anderson | Tony Burris | Bennie Sargent | Bruce Walquist

NOQHA Level 1 Show May 28, 2018 University of Findlay, Findlay, OH Judge: Amber Clark

NOQHA Fall Extravaganza September 1-2, 2018 Eaton Park, Sunbury, OH Judges: John Briggs | Courtney Fuller | John Kunkle

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2017 Officers OAQHA President (2/18) Executive Committe

Frederick Borer

1st Vice President (2/18) Executive Committe

Scott Nemeth

2nd Vice President (2/18) Executive Committee

Melissa Street Payne Treasurer (2/18)

Sydney Alley Taucher Secretary(2/18)

Jamie Billings Richardson Executive Committee (2/20)

Skip Salome

Reporter (2/18)

Marla Sensibaugh Past President

Morgan Alley (2/18) Danny Blackstone (2/20) Executive Committee

Jordan Ferguson (2/20) Tera Gore (2/18) Tom Harmon (2/18) Kristine Kash Copley (2/18) Tina Kern (2/19) Carly Kidner (2/19) Andrea Martin (2/18) Cris Martin (2/19) Winnie Nemeth (2/18) Lori Patterson (2/19) Mary Patterson (2/18) Allie Pitt (2/18) Kara Schockling (2/18) Jennifer Sigman Main (2/18) Spencer Taucher (2/18) Executive Committee

Ann Taylor (2/20) Kathryne Zachrich (2/20)

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2017 OAQHA BOARD OF Directors

Justin Billings

Officer & director nominations

OAQHA Nominees

2018 OAQHA

President Fred Borer 1st Vice President Scott Nemeth 2nd Vice President Kathryne Zachrich Treasurer Spencer Taucher Secretary Sydney Alley Taucher Reporter Kristine Kash Copley

Lisa Alley Tom Harmon Vickie Kern Andrea Martin Lori Patterson

Directors Mary Patterson Allie Pitt Laura Salome Marla Sensibaugh Melissa Street Payne

Voting Procedure Election ballots will be mailed from the OQHA office in Columbus, Ohio in late December. Ballots should be marked for no less than four directors and no more than six directors to be counted. Each ballot must be submitted individually in the return envelope provided. Ballots must be received by the accounting firm by January 26th to be counted. Ballots should be mailed to: Ohio Quarter Horse Association 6325 Zumstein Drive Columbus, OH 43229

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OAQHA Nominees

Fred Borer

Candidate for President

Please describe what you do for a living. I am an Account Executive for BCD Travel, we are a global company that manages corporate travel. My current role involves implementations of new products to my client, problem solving with data errors and continued education the travel consultants.

What is your educational background? I graduated all the first schooling you are forced to go through, Kinde till 12th grade. It is when I went further into my education, I realized college was not for me. I have gone through many certifications to enhance my current position. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. Currently I am a member of OQHA, serving on the board for OAQHA. My first year was great, then because I like to talk a lot, I ended up treasurer, then 1st Vice Pres. for the last two years, now I am up for President, I have some big shoes to fill, wish me luck.

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I did actively show on the AQHA circuit from 2014 – 2016, trying to keep my showing local to OH. I am also a member of APHA, AQHA and mutt horses of America, is there an org. for that? When time permitted I thoroughly enjoyed volunteering with my favorite Thoroughbred and Standardbred rescue, New Vocations. This year I am an Ambassador for my company doing a mission trip to Haiti. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. Currently I am not a director or board member of OQHA. I was lucky enough though to help Todd Salome with one of the move in days during Congress 2017.

What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Create a positive and respectful showing experiences within the state of OH. 2. Help drive membership with OAQHA and in return creates members for OQHA 3. Give to others and lend a helping hand when able.

Scott Nemeth

Candidate for 1st Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. I am the Director of People Analytics for Nationwide in downtown Columbus.

What is your educational background? I earned my MBA from Michigan State University with a concentration in Marketing.

or civic organizations. I currently provide strategy consulting to New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program. Prior to moving to Ohio, I served as a Director on the MQHA board for five years. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. I have supported OQHA by helping to plan and run the Buckeye Classic horse show. I also provide strategic planning consulting support to the OAQHA board.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. My family and I moved to Powell in 2009 and I have been What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities involved with showing at OQHA shows and a Director in the next 2-3 years? for OAQHA. Our goal is to make the Buckeye Classic one of the best shows in the country. We will achieve this by improving Please state your involvement in any other equine our efficiency, technology, communications and customer organizations or other charities, community activities service.

Candidate for 2nd Vice President Please describe what you do for a living. I own and operate a construction supply business (Cutting Edge Supply Company, LLC). I am also the office manager for my husband’s law practice. Finally, my husband and I operate a small breeding operation at our horse farm in Delaware, Ohio. What is your educational background? I am a graduate of the University of Findlay with degrees in Communications, Advertising, Marketing and Equestrian Studies. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a OQHA member for ten years – all of them as a OAQHA director. I served on many committees and horse shows over the years. Currently, I serve as chairperson for the memberships committee and by-laws committee. This summer I was chairperson for special events for the Buckeye horse shows assisting with the Rookie program, Rookie seminars with trainers, donkey races and exhibitor’s dinner. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic

organizations. As a member of AQHA, NSBA, and OQHA, I am involved in raising money for charities that support Veterans, children programs, 4-H groups and animal assistance/ rescues. I am a member of the Delaware Chamber of Commerce and an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, Columbus, Ohio and St. John Lutheran Church and day school in my hometown, Defiance, Ohio.

OAQHA Nominees

Kathryne Zachrich

If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. This year I took an active role in chairing the membership and by-laws committees. I served as the special events chair for the Little Buckeye and Buckeye Classic, as well as assisted in the Rookie program and other miscellaneous activities throughout the shows.

What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I feel our top three priorities should be growing OQHA/ OAQHA membership, increasing our charitable outreach through the OQHA foundation, and investing time and resources in the Quarter Horse industry to interested parties like open show exhibitors and 4-H groups. (our Rookie

Spencer Taucher Candidate for Treasurer

Please describe what you do for a living. I work for Healthcare Services Group Inc, which is a company that runs kitchens and laundry services for nursing homes, hospitals, and schools. I am an account manager and currently work in the Kent, Ohio area. What is your educational background? I have a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business and applied economics and a minor in Entrepreneurship from The Ohio State University. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a director on the OAQHA board for 3 years. This past year, as well as a director, I am on the executive committee.

If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. I help out at our horse show, The Buckeye Classic, the pancake breakfast we put on during congress, as well as various other events that the association does or helps out with throughout the year.

What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. The quality of our horse show and making it one of the best shows and most desirable to attend. 2. Working to keep members involved and working to encourage new members to become a part of OAQHA 3. Growing the association and making sure it is headed in the correct direction based on the changing AQHA industry.

OAQHA Nominees

Sydney Alley Taucher Candidate for Secretary

Please describe what you do for a living. I am a Marketing Specialist at Big Dee’s Tack & Vet Supply in Streetsboro, OH. I specialize in local advertising & marketing, events & sales, sponsorships and product & content management.

What is your educational background? I graduated from the University of Findlay in Spring 2014 with a Bachelor of Science in Equine Business Management & a minor in Marketing. While at UF, I was on the Western Equestrian Team (IHSA). Please discuss your past and current involvement with OAQHA. I became involved with the Amateur association after my last year of being eligible as a youth. I was elected to a 3-year term as Director in 2012. In 2016, I was elected to the position of Secretary as well as a member the Executive Committee. I’ve now served two consecutive terms as the organization’s Secretary. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic

Kristine Kash Copley Candidate for Reporter

Please describe what you do for a living. I am a training specialist for a Symbility Solutions, a Canadian based software company. My job allows me to travel the US, Canada and potentially beyond teaching those in the insurance industry our claims estimating software. If Mother Nature rears her ugly head, it’s not uncommon for me to be deployed on storm duty to assist adjusters with CAT duty and claims. What is your educational background? I have my Masters in Adult Education with a focus on distance learning.

organizations. I have volunteered and fundraised with organizations such as March of Dimes, Flying Horse Farms, Toys for Tots, Hancock Co. Humane Society and Findlay City Mission. I am also actively involved with my church. In the past, I was a Director for the Northern Ohio Youth Quarter Horse Association. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. In addition to being the record keeper for OAQHA’s monthly meetings, as Secretary I was able to be involved at our Little Buckeye & Buckeye Classic horse shows at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, OH. We also hosted our annual Pancake Breakfast during the All-American Quarter Horse Congress benefitting Toys for Tots and St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Continue to improve our horse shows while keeping the exhibitors as the top priority & focusing on quality over quantity – we want to make horse showing fun for the average exhibitor. 2. Increase involvement with the organization from Ohio’s amateur eligible members. 3. Finding more ways to get involved within our community & volunteering with charity organizations.

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. My background and upbringing is in the Standardbred race horses. I am a current member of the USTA and hold both Ohio and Pennsylvania racing licenses. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected: Being a first timer I was fortunate enough to volunteer for both the Buckeye Classic horse show and pancake breakfast at QHC. What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years?

1. New people! Not growing up in the quarter horse world and having any ties to showing in it, it is extremely intimidating to jump into this knowing very few people. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. 2. We should foster a welcoming, warm, all are welcome Being fairly new to the quarter horse industry I joined OAQHA environment regardless of what you show or who you to get involved. I’ve been able to meet new people and volunteer know. 3. If we do this, we ultimately can continue to at our horse show and pancake breakfast. I look forward for grow our horse show and involvement inside the equine what’s to come. community.

Candidate for Director

OAQHA Nominees

Lisa Alley

Please state your involvement in any other equine Please describe what you do for a living. organizations or other charities, community I am a neonatal nurse practitioner, which activities or civic organizations. means I take care of sick and premature I have worked with local 4-H groups, offering my infants. Currently I am the Neonatal arena and horses for educational activities. I work Nurse Practitioner Coordinator for the with March of Dimes to raise money to decrease West Side Region for Rainbow Babies and premature birth. Children’s Hospital in Cleveland. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to What is your educational background? I have a Bachelors Degree in Nursing from Kent State OQHA if elected: University, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certificate I have not been a director for the past year. from Case Western/Metro Health Medical Center and a What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities Masters in Education from University of Phoenix. in the next 2-3 years? Please discuss your past and current involvement with To assess the needs of the Ohio amateur members and then work to provide programs/education/events to meet OQHA. I am a past president of OAQHA, and spent several years those needs. This includes all members, not just those who show Quarter Horse shows. Continue to offer a on OQHA board of directors. premier horse show that encourages new exhibitors.

Tom Harmon

Candidate for Director

Ohio.

Please describe what you do for a living. I retired from Marathon Petroleum Corporation four years ago after 34 years as a Graphic Designer. I graduated with a BF degree in 1974 from Columbus College of Art & Design in Columbus,

putting on an open horse show in Findlay, Ohio called The Findlay Firecracker for over 25 years. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. I’ve been co-Show Manager for the Little Buckeye and Buckeye Classic Horse Shows for the past five years.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three I’m currently an OAQHA Director. priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. With the successes of the OAQHA horse shows I do Please state your involvement in any other equine believe the directors should reevaluate their mission organizations or other charities, community activities statement. or civic organizations. 2. I would like to see the Rookie Program continue at I am president of Buckeye Western Horse Association the OAQHA shows. The challenge will be how directors in Findlay, Ohio. I have been involved with Hancock, can reach out to open show rookies when directors County Fair equine department and light horse 4-H themselves are showing on a given weekend. for over 30 years. I’ve been a Fair Board Director for 3. Some OAQHA directors need to step up and help the last four years. My wife Diane and I have been more at the Little Buckeye and Buckeye Classic Shows.

OAQHA Nominees

Vickie Kern

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Andrea Martin

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. Recent college graduate looking for a full-time job. While doing this I work at my family agriculture business and run our horse farm.

What is your educational background? I recently graduated from Mount Vernon Nazarene University with two Bachelor degrees, one in exercise science and the other in sports management Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been an amateur director for 2 years where I help plan and run The Buckeye Classic horse show, worked at the pancake breakfast at congress and helped on other committees. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations.

Lori Patterson

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I am a para-professional (teacher’s aide) with Findlay City Schools. I have been in this position for sixteen years. I work with kids who have special needs either physically or mentally.

What is your educational background? I attended Southeast High school, Kent State University, and The University of Findlay. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. This is my second year with OAQHA and OQHA. I was involved with OAQHA’s Little Buckeye and The Buckeye Classic, heading up the hospitality tent. I have also served on the show committee this year. I meet many wonderful people during that time, making lifelong friends. I also helped with

Currently active with the Silver Spurs 4H club, 4H equine program volunteer and director for The Independent Contest and Pleasure Horse Association. I help plan, organize and run various horse shows and activities for each of the organizations as well as helping younger 4H members with their horse projects. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected: Planning and running the Buckeye Classic horse show and pancake breakfast. Helped the stall and camping committee with reservations and preparing stalls for move in day. I also assisted show committee during the show. What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? Making sure members are informed about issues, shows, assisting them as they transition into showing at quarter horse shows. Continue making showing fun and affordable. Encouraging and welcoming the open exhibitors who would like to try showing at quarter horse shows. the pancake breakfast at the Congress, which benefits Toys for Tots and St. Jude’s. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I have been involved with 4-H since I was nine. First as a member in Portage County, then as an advisor in Hancock County. Our club runs a successful open horse show, Findlay Fire Cracker Open Horse Show. I have been very involved in that show for twenty-two years. I also coached the horse bowl teams and judging teams. I was a member of the National Arabian Horse Association and Ohio Half-Arabian Association for twenty-five years helping with the youth. What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Keep giving a positive atmosphere for all exhibitors, especially welcoming new ones. 2. To run a successful show. 3. Scholarship Funds

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I am a bus driver for Findlay City Schools. I have worked at the transportation office for seven years. I was an aide on the buses for two years and then started driving. I have now drove bus for five years. I also monitor during lunch at a primary school between bus routes.

or civic organizations. I was a member of Hancock County 4-H for eleven years. While I was in 4-H I was a member of the Hancock County horse judging team and horse bowl teams. I represented Hancock County every year I could attend at the Ohio State Fair. After I aged out of being a member I then became an advisor in Hancock county. I enjoy working with youth especially when it involves horses and being an advisor allowed me that opportunity. I have grown up showing Arabians and have been a member of OHAHA (Ohio Half Arabian Horse Association), USEF, International Arabian Horse Association, Inter County Horse Association, and PennOhio Horse Association.

OAQHA Nominees

Mary Patterson

What is your educational background? I graduated from Findlay High School in 2007. I then What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three attended the University of Findlay where I graduated priorities in the next 2-3 years? #1 I think OAQHA’s goals should be to help the youth with my bachelor’s degree in social work. continue to be successful thru free entries at the show Please discuss your past and current involvement to allow more youth the ability to show. with OQHA. I became a member of OAQHA last year. I have enjoyed being a part of such a wonderful hard-working group of horse loving people. I helped in many different areas of the show and OAQHA this last year. I helped organize the Hospitality tent for the Buckeye Classic. While the show was running I would work in different areas that needed help, such as camping/parking and at the in gate. I enjoy being with such a wonderful group that works so hard and helps others also. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities

Allie Pitt

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

#2 I think OAQHA should continue working on making a positive environment around the show to attract more entries #3 I believe OAQHA should continue to look for opportunities to help local charities/organizations, such as handicap riding programs.

OAQHA Nominees

Laura Salome

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I am a Valuation Consultant with Wells Fargo N.A. I am responsible for reviewing the majority of Agricultural appraisals we contract in the Eastern half of the US.

What is your educational background? I attended UC and Kansas State University as well as completed and received my CCIM designation (Certified Commercial Investment Member) through the CCIM Institute. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA.

I have been involved on and off for the past 15 years as a director, 1st VP and I am a former Past president. I was responsible for starting the Pancake breakfast we host every year at the Congress. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am also a member of NSBA and AQHA. What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I feel we need to continue to offer a great Buckeye show. Another priority is to bring in new amateurs. Finally I would like to see our group continue charitable works.

Marla Sensibaugh Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I am a Life Underwriter for State Farm Insurance What is your educational background? I have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been involved with OAQHA for several years. I was President in 2013 & 2014 and was very involved in establishing the Buckeye Classic horse show. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. I am currently Past President of OAQHA

What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. The Buckeye Classic show has been a huge success but I feel it is time to take a look at every part of it and consider changes to further enhance the experience for our exhibitors (including prizes, price structure, etc). 2. Seek more involvement from Ohio amateurs that don’t get involved because due to location can’t make it to the monthly meetings. Consider conference calls/skype during meetings - or other ways to involve those outside of the central Ohio area. 3. Continue to work with OQHA and OQHYA to make Ohio a top show destination!

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. Own and manage a small manufacturing and fabrication company in central Ohio.

What is your educational background? International Business studies at University of Findlay. BBA from Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

OAQHA Nominees

Melissa Street-Payne

for Humanity, Salvation Army, United Way campaign, Advisory Committee for Adult Education and Career Center. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. As current Treasurer, I made it a priority to have a presence at meetings, work days and shows; put forth an effort of knowledgable contributions to decision making and problem solving; and using viable contacts the help ensure shows and activities run as smoothly as possible. As a member of OAQHA I have always believed itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s important to encourage new growth and development of the program.

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. Office help with NOQHA fall show; Various duties at The Buckeye Classic; Office help at the Quarter Horse What do you feel should be OAQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities Congress; sponsor several shows. in the next 2-3 years? Please state your involvement in any other equine Maintaining a positive program organizations or other charities, community activities Encouraging new members and involvement Expanding the program to meet growing and changing or civic organizations. Treasurer for Knox County Equine program, active needs of the industry. member of Rotary, Kiwanis, Leadership Knox, Habitat

NOQHA Futurity Show Closed Futurity 3 & Older WP

1 $575.00 Exhibitor: Sandra Stockhorst

Open Non Pro Showmanship

1 $375.00 2 $300.00 3 $ 225.00 4 $150.00 5 $112.50 6 $ 87.50 7 $ ----- 8 $ -----

Exhibitor: Ellexxah Maxwell Exhibitor: Kyleigh Buhl Exhibitor: Chloe DeMint Exhibitor: Cora Wyers Exhibitor: Mason Dorsey Exhibitor: Grace Tachikawa Exhibitor: Isabella D’Onofrio Exhibitor: Mindy Lamontagne

Open Futurity Yr. Longe Line

1 $320.00 2 $240.00 3 $160.00 4 $ 80.00

Exhibitor: Brett Caplinger Exhibitor: Heather Caplinger Exhibitor: Jim Wilson Exhibitor: Tiffany Wilson

The Caped Cursader

Owner: Sandra Stockhorst

Zips Bossy Chip Lonesome At The Bar Jackbars Invited Good N Certain Good Alibis Counts Iron Knight Nearly Chocolate Remember The Redhead

Owner: Ellexxah Maxwell Owner: Kyleigh Buhl Owner: Chloe DeMint Owner: Cora Wyers Owner: Mason Dorsey Owner: Grace Tachikawa Owner: Isabella D’Onofrio Owner: Mindy Lamontagne

This Toots Is Hot Shez Willy Wicked Kaycees Last Leager Im Truly RIghteous

Owner: Heather Caplinger Owner: Brett\Heather Caplinger Owner: Nikki Garrett Owner: Tiffany Wilson

Open Futurity Yr. Non Pro Longe Line

1 $360.00 2 $296.00 3 $144.00

Exhibitor: Brett Caplinger Exhibitor: Heather Caplinger Exhibitor: Jim Wilson

Open Futurity 2 & 3 Yr HUS

1 $390.00 2 $260.00

Exhibitor: Missy Thyfault Exhibitor: Julie O’Brien

This Toots Is Hot Shez Willy Wicked Kaycees Last Leager

Owner: Heather Caplinger Owner: Brett\Heather Caplinger Owner: Nikki Garrett

Dont Tail Anyone Willshebehumblenkind

Owner: Hannah Searle Owner: Pat Seanor

Open Futurity 2 & 3 Yr HUS

1 $618.75 2 $508.75

Exhibitor: Paige Quarterman Exhibitor: Rhonda Pickersgill

When In Chrome Willy Wants To Win

Owner: Paige Quarterman Owner: Rhonda Pickersgill

3 $247.50

Exhibitor: Julie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien

Memory Layne

Owner: Robyn Allan

When In Chrome Willy Wants To Win

Owner: Paige Quarterman Owner: Rhonda Pickersgill

Open Futurity NP 3 Yr. HUS

1 $390.00 2 $260.00

Exhibitor: Paige Quarterman Exhibitor: Rhonda Pickersgill

Open Futurity 3 Yr. Western Pleasure

1 $568.75 2 $422.50 3 $308.75 4 $211.25 5 $113.75

Exhibitor: Chad Piper Exhibitor: Chris Arnold Exhibitor: Dennis Taylor Exhibitor: Jeanine Perez Exhibitor: Adrian Lopez

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Open Futurity NP 3 Yr. Western Pleasure

1 $306.25 2 $227.50 3 $166.25 4 $113.75 5 $ 61.25

Exhibitor: Nicole Irwin Exhibitor: Sandra Stockhorst Exhibitor: Jody White Exhibitor: Jennifer Withers Exhibitor: Susan Taylor

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Owner: Piper Performance Horses Owner: Sandra Stockhorst Owner: Dennis Taylor Owner: Nicole Irwin Owner: Jennifer Withers

Owner: Nicole Irwin Owner: Sandra Stockhorst Owner: Jody White Owner: Jennifer Withers Owner: Dennis Taylor

NOQHA Futurity Show

CONGRESS NYATT 51st All American Quarter Horse Congress

The All American Quarter Horse Congress holds several youth contests throughout its duration, the largest of which being the National Youth Activity Team Tournament. After a long day of competition, the Ohio Quarter Horse Association Team was named the Champion, beating out teams and exhibitors from across the country. Congratulations to the Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Association Team for bringing home the Reserve.

2017 NYATT Team Results 1) Ohio Quarter Horse Association 2) Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Association 3) Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association 4) North Carolina Quarter Horse Association 5) Michigan Quarter Horse Association 6) Indiana Quarter Horse Youth Association 7) Texas Quarter Horse Association 8) Wisconsin Quarter Horse Association 9) Georgia Quarter Horse Association 10) Iowa Quarter Horse Association 11) Rocky Mountain Quarter Horse Association 12) Illinois Quarter Horse Association 13) Eastern Ohio Quarter Horse Association 14) Ohio Kentucky Indiana Quarter Horse Association 15) Indiana Quarter Horse Amateur Associaton

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Olivia Tordoff OAQHA President

Emma Brown Vice President

Brooke Bradley Secretary

Lauren Carnahan Treasurer

Alexia Tordoff Reporter

Alexa Black Maggie Carter Seth Craft Karley Goff Abigail Hardy Claire Hickman Courtney Hilty Natalie Hilty Reily Jacobs-Bell Dylan Jordan Tori Kendle Ashton Krutulis Ellexxah Maxwell Marina Marotto Gavin Patterson Karissa Shank Caleb Sturgeon Natalie Vargo Cora Wyers

Ohio Quarter Horse News

2017 OQHYA BOARD OF Directors

2017 Officers

Officer & director nominations

OQHYA Nominees

2018 OQHYA

During the September Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association monthly Board of Directors meeting, nominations were made for the 2018 election slate. Nominations are as follows: President Olivia Tordoff Vice President Emma Brown Caleb Sturgeon Secretary Alexa Black Ellexxah Maxwell Treasurer Tori Kendle Marina Marotto

Abby Querry Alexia Tordoff

Reporter Reily Jacobs-Bell Natalie Hilty Emily Ambrose Jessica Batton Lauren Carnahan Seth Craft Ava Coughlin Mason Dorsey

Directors Halie Harner Claire Hickman Courtney Hilty Dylan Jordan Millie Landon Cassandra Priest

Reagan Priest Isabella Tesmer Kylee Wiseman Mia Wunderlich Cora Wyers

Voting Procedure Election ballots will be mailed from the OQHA office in late December. Ballots should be marked for no less than four directors and no more than six directors to be counted. Each ballot must be submitted individually in the return envelope provided. Ballots must be received by the accounting firm by January 26th to be counted. Ballots should be mailed to: Ohio Quarter Horse Association 6325 Zumstein Drive Columbus, OH 43229

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OQHYA Nominees

Olivia Tordoff

Candidate for President

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I am the current OQHYA President and have led all the 2016-2017 Youth Meetings. I have presided over various committees. I have also participated in all OQHYA fundraising activities for last 4 years. I have attended the Youth Excellence Seminar the last 4 years representing OQHYA at the national level. In 2017, I was elected as an AQHYA National Officer and have been very involved in my current position. I have also led the creation of the virtual scrapbook for OQHYA for the Youth World competition for the last 4 years and in 2017 we placed first! Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I show in the AQHA circuit and I currently compete in the Horsemanship, Equitation, and Hunter Under Saddle. At the 2017 AQHA Youth World, I was the World Champion in both the Western Horsemanship with my horse Sterling Version and the Hunter Under Saddle with Too Blazin’ Cool (Willy). Sterling was retired after the World Show and I look forward to showing my new horse, Lookin’ Lazy (Mariah) in 2018. Over the last 5 years, I have had the privilege of winning 13 Congress Championship titles and over 15 NSBA Champion titles in Western Horsemanship, Hunter Under Saddle and the Equitation.

activities and any charities or community activities: I am currently a 2nd Degree Black Belt in TaeKwonDo. I am an active member of the Junior National Honor Society and I also am a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and I enjoy volunteering through outlets such as church, school, and OQHYA. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I have been an active member of OQHYA for over 5 years. I have also had the privilege of serving as the OQHYA Vice President, Secretary and Director. I have contributed to OQHYA through volunteering at various shows, selling raffle tickets, representing OQHA youth at our national leadership seminar, YES, and being a hard working, dependable member of OQHYA. Also, my father, Greg is a current Congress Tri-Chairman, my mother, Shari, is the Treasurer of the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation Board and my sister, Alexia, is the current Reporter of OQHYA. Our entire family is committed to OQHA and helping to build a strong future for OQHA and OQHYA. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. OQHYA officers need to partner with the OQHA board members to educate each other about our goals and mission to ensure we are working in unison.

2. I also feel we should work with our youth advisors to develop our future slate of officers based on merit, involvement in OQHYA and dependability as a member or Are you involved in any other horse-related officer. I also want to continue our educational/leadership organizations? If so, please list them and state your development events. level of involvement: I am currently the Vice President for Southern Ohio 3. I would like to see OQHYA be more financially Quarter Horse Youth Association. I have been a member independent so we can provide financial support for more of the OQHA NYATT Team for the last 2 years. I am also members to attend YES, have national level educational very involved as an AQHYA National Officer. speakers at our meetings and be able to support charitable organizations associated with the Quarter Horse. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular

Emma Brown

Explain your current involvement with horses: I began showing horses at the age of 7. My horse, Some Hot Potential aka Brett is an amazing 10 year old gelding. We show trail, halter, western pleasure, horsemanship and showmanship. In 2016 we became NSBA world champions in trail and level 1 horsemanship and was a reserve Congress champion in level 1 horsemanship. We have had multiple Congress top tens and top 10 at the AQHYA world show. I am currently leading the AQHA point standings in trail, halter and 2nd in the allaround. For the 2017 OQHYA I ended 1st in trail and western pleasure and 4th in horsemanship and halter. My equestrian accomplishments has earned me a scholarship to Auburn University.

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I have represented OQHYA at the YES seminar, AQHYA world show and Congress NYATT. I have set on multiple committees and chaired the youth social in 2016 and 2017 at the AAYHS and Congress. I would like to see OQHYA get more involved at the local level. Hospitality areas at some of the novice shows and the Ohio State Fair during the equestrian events it would be a great place for OQHYA to meet other youth that may be interested in showing at an AQHA show. I plan to continue to represent OQHYA to the best of my abilities.

Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: Past president of EOQHYA 2010-2015 Member of: NSBA, EOQHYA, NOQHYA, and SOQHYA

What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? Recruiting new youth members Cost of showing Youth friendly shows

Candidate for Vice President

Caleb Sturgeon

Candidate for Vice President

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have been a life-long member of OQHYA, where I served as Reporter and multiply years as a Director. In 2017, I served on the Media, NYATT, Co-Chaired the Social, Youth World Stall Decorations and Youth World T-Shirt Committees.

Explain your current involvement with horses: I nationally qualified and attended the 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017 Youth World Show in Reining. In 2017, I showed Always Gotyer Gun and Shiney Juice in14-18 AQHA & NRHA Reining. I was High Point 14-18 youth at the NRHA Derby with Always Gotyer Gun, qualified both horses for the Reining Finals at the Youth World and placed both horses in the top 10 at Congress. I also represented OQHA on the NYATT for the last 4 years. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I have been a delegate to the AQHYA YES Seminar and served as a Region 4 Director in 2016. In 2017, I was elected AQHYA 2nd Vice President where I am the Chairman of the International Committee. I am the 2018 President of Northern Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association. I’m also a member of NRHA and APHA. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities

OQHYA Nominees

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I am currently the Vice President of OQHYA. In 2015 and 2106 I held the OQHYA treasurer office and 2013 and 2014 I served as a director. I am currently the social committee chair for OQHYA. I have also represented OQHYA at the AQHYA world show, YES seminar and I am part of the OQHYA NYATT.

Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I am a senior at Bishop Rosecrans high school where I am captain of the varsity cheer team for both basketball and football. I am also involved in Spanish club, school ministry, and treasurer of the drama club. I participate annually in the Angel Tree and Christmas on the hill both are Christmas charities. I also volunteer at Starlight, a local school for handicapped children. I assist with the care of my handicapped cousin as well as my grandmother who suffers from Alzheimer’s. I serve as the alter person at both St. Thomas and St. Nichols church as well as reading at weekly mass for.

and any charities or community activities: As a 4-H member,I’ve had Grand Champion Beef Feeder, Grand Champion Heifer Beef Feeder and won Feeder Showmanship for 3 years on a row. I‘ve also had Grand Champion Turkey and Reserve Champion in Swine Showmanship. At West Branch High School, I played soccer and was a member of the Theater Departments. I’ve had parts in Hairspray, Peter Pan, Bye Bye Birdie, The King and I, Les Miserable, and South Pacific. I was also a member of the Young & Alive Show Choir. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. As a current Director of OQHYA, I attended the YES Seminar, was a member of the AQHYA World Show Team, a member of the OQHA Congress NYATT Team, sold 50/50 tickets during the OQHA Banquet, PBR and Freestyle Reining at Congress, contributed to the Trainer Auction, helped put up World Show stall decorations, helped with the Congress Bash decorations plus served on numerous OQHYA Committees and participated in conference calls. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. Continue to grow the OQHYA and encourage new membership from High School Rodeo, NRHA, and NBRA organizations. 2. To have an outreach program that encourages 4-H/FFA or other horse clubs to take the first steps to become more involved in OQHYA (Hippology, Judging, Horse Bowl and Speech Teams). 3. To take part in more community service projects.

OQHYA Nominees

Alexa Black

Candidate for Secretary

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I am currently an OQHYA director. I’ve attended many meetings and served on several committees.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I show my horse Big Country Kruzer in Hunter Under Saddle, Equitation, and Horsemanship. We were top 20 in level 3 Hunter Under Saddle at the 2017 Youth World Show and 10th in level 2 Hunter Under Saddle. We also earned two top ten placings at the 2017 Congress. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am involved in SOQHYA, where I am the reporter.

Ellexxah Maxwell Candidate for Secretary

Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: At my school I am involved in the high school choir, our theater program and volleyball. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. During my time as an OQHYA director, I’ve served on several committees and attended numerous meetings. I’ve also contributed my opinions to help us reach decisions on different issues. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. I feel that encouraging new members to join our organization is very important because continued growth is essential to a strong association. 2. Also, continued fundraising is needed to help assist other organizations and our own members. 3. Lastly, I think we should have fun activities to help keep our members engaged and having fun.

Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I participate in our town’s food drive. I also work with NSBYA to gather beanie babies and letters to give to soldiers fighting over seas.

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have served as an OQHYA If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please Director since 2007. In 2015 I was describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during the Vice President. I have served on your most recent term. multiple committees. I helped work with the Youth World Show committee to design our youth world t-shirts. I also represented our Explain your current involvement youth at the AQHA Convention. I helped new and young with horses: members feel welcome to our association by involving I show the All Around events with my horse Zips Bossy them in things I do. Chip or “Annie B.” Annie and I were recently reserve champions at the Congress in 15-18 and NYATT What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites Showmanship. in the next 2-3 years? 1. Involvement is always the first thing we should focus Are you involved in any other horse-related on. Every year more youth leave and as leaders it is our organizations? If so, please list them and state your level job to ensure the future of our association. of involvement: 2. Commitment is always something to capitalize on. As I am currently involved with AQHYA, where I serve as a such a large group, it’s important that we need to work region 4 director. I am also the president of the Eastern together to ensure the best. Ohio Youth Association, and ride on the IEA team. 3. Fun! Showing horses is meant to be fun, and there is no reason we can’t help add on to the fun.

Candidate for Treasurer

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? This is my third year involved with OQHYA, and I am currently a Director. I also chair the media committee, and serve on the stall direction and t-shirt committees for the Youth World Show. This is the third year I have been involved, and I have attended all of the monthly OQHYA meetings. Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I currently show in the all around classes, split between my horses Quita Machine (Justin) and Oops I Am Good (Hudson). In my time showing with AQHA, I have received several circuit and all around awards, plus multiple top 10 placings at the Congress. This year I was also top 10 for the Level 2 Equitation at the Youth World Show. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am also involved in IEA, and I compete in the Varsity Open Horsemanship and Reining. I was a 4H member for seven years and spent time serving as both the secretary and the treasurer for my club. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: Over the last four years, I have been very involved with Dreams On Horseback, a nonprofit organization that gives therapeutic

horseback riding lessons to children and adults with special needs. I love it because it allows me to share my passion with a group of people who would not otherwise be capable of experiencing it. I am also an advocate for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), which is a charity that I hold close to my heart because I have had Type 1 Diabetes since I was three years old.

OQHYA Nominees

Tori Kendle

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. Over the past year, I have contributed many ideas to OQHYA regarding various aspects of the Youth World Show, our monthly youth spotlights, and fundraising. I would love the opportunity to be able to keep sharing my ideas for the organization as an officer in 2018.

What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? First, I believe that OQHYA should be focusing on reaching out to new members. In order to grow as much as possible, new members should feel at home with OQHYA, and I believe that the best way to do so is through getting them involved with the organization. I also think that a top priority should be developing new ways to fundraise. The trainer silent auction has helped for many years, but we should always be trying new ideas to help raise money instead of relying on old ones. Finally, I feel that OQHYA should focus on finding new ways to give back to the community. We always participate in programs such as re-ride, but there are so many other ways that we could help out as well. We are fortunate enough to get to be a part of such a great organization, and there is no better way to show our love for what we do than by extending it to others.

Marina Marotto Candidate for Treasurer

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I was a director last year and I was part of Stall Decorations committee and I was the co-leader for the Community service committee with Ashton Krutulis.

Explain your current involvement with horses: I have shown in the AQHA circuits for three years. I show the Youth Hunter Under Saddle, Equation and the Novice Youth and Youth showmanship. My horse’s barn name is Diesel and his registered name in Just Call Willy. I have been finalist in multiple classes at the past three Quarter Horse Congress and I have qualified for the AQHYA World show in Oklahoma City two years in a row. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am not involved in any other horse-related organizations. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I am hoping to become very involved with Toys for Tots this winter.

I am very involved with my High School’s Young Life Group. For extracurricular activities I enjoy taking care of my dog, Raven and I will hopefully be apart of my High School’s Women’s Lacrosse Team. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I contributed to OQHYA by voicing my ideas at meetings and reaching out to new riders to become part of our organization. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I feel our three top priorities should be bringing more youths to meetings, bringing the youth together more often at shows and outside of shows, and fundraising more. I feel bringing more youths to meetings will help us with increasing participation in fundraisers and committees. Having the Youth meet together at shows will have an impact on moral and how close the youth become, we could also host meetings at the shows and making those more interactive. I personally feel our youth are not very close and I believe these meetings could help. For my last priority, fundraising, this can help in big ways. One major ways are we can use the money to sponsor shows and events that will help get our name out more.

OQHYA Nominees

Abby Querry

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Alexia Tordoff

Candidate for Treasurer How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I attend the majority of the youth meetings. I have served as the Reporter in 2016-2017, I was the Secretary in 2015-2016, I served on multiple committees and was very active in both the Social Committee and World Show Committee. I also participated in all the committee conference calls. I volunteer in the OQHYA fundraising activities including selling raffle tickets at the OQHA Banquet and at the Freestyle Reining and Bull Riding events at the Congress. Explain your current involvement with horses: I am very passionate about showing my All American Quarter Horse, Blazing Hot N Gold (Rooster). He is so cute and we compete in the all-around. My favorite classes are Western Horsemanship, Equitation, and Trail. I competed at my first AQHA Youth World show in 2017 and I won “Champion 13 and Under” in the Western Horsemanship and the Equitation. At the 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress I was third in the 12-14 Trail and I was Top Ten in the Level 1 13 and under Trail, 12-14 Horsemanship and the NYATT Horsemanship. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am the current Secretary of the Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association. I have also attended the Youth Excellence Seminar for the last 3 years in Amarillo, Texas. I try to always welcome new faces into the quarter horse circuit and OQHYA. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular

activities and any charities or community activities: I belong to St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and enjoy participating in charitable events and giving back. My family participates in Besa, a organization that supports a number of activities that allow you to give of your time to the community and those in need. I am also a first degree black belt in TaeKwonDo. I also enjoy doing dance at my school. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I am the current OQHYA Reporter and have developed articles and stories about OQHYA and am working on a “year in review” article to update our association about all that we have accomplished this year. I am very involved in OQHYA and I credit OQHYA for helping me gain confidence in speaking in front of groups, being organized and staying committed to projects. I try to actively participate in calls and meetings and provide feedback and suggest new ideas. I want to run for Treasurer because I would like to have a better understanding of our financial reports and I want to have an active role in engaging everyone in fundraising so more youth can attend YES, the Youth World and make the Youth Bash even bigger. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. Engage all the youth in activities around fundraising and giving back. 2. I would like to see the youth Directors have 1 meeting a year with the adult Directors so we can get to know one another and talk about common goals for the future of OQHA and the Congress. 3. I would like to consider having an educational/social retreat for our OQHYA members to learn more about opportunities to develop leadership skills, learn about hippology, IEA and other things that youth can take advantage of while also becoming closer as a group like a mini-YES.

Candidate for Reporter

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? This year I served as an OQHYA director and attended the majority of meetings Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in

the show ring.) This will be my second year in the 14-18 age category and tenth year showing overall. For the past two years, I have been primarily focused on western pleasure, but plan on returning to the all-around with a new horse, A Certain Vette. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am a member of EOQHYA, SOQHYA, NOQHYA, NSBA and AQHYA. This past year I attended the YES conference through AQHYA and plan on running for a region four director position. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities:

Natalie Hilty

Candidate for Reporter

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have been involved in OQHYA for 4 years. Ever since then, I have had the opportunity of serving as a director and have been involved in the media, social, and scrapbook committees concerning the AQHYA world show and AAQH Congress.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I currently show my horse, Rock On Mr Cool, in the all around events (Hunter under saddle, equitation, showmanship, horsemanship, and halter). Rocky and I ended up reserve champions for the high point all around in Ohio this past year and are leading the nation in both the novice hunter under saddle and equitation. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I currently am involved with SOQHYA, EOQHA, and OMIQHA. This past year, I served as a director for SOQHA and was the

I am a member of the Tri-Valley High School golf team, Fellowship of Christian Students club, Student council, Ski Club, and my school’s FFA chapter. I also serve as the freshman class president.

OQHYA Nominees

Reily Jacobs Bell

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I was an active member of the OQHYA and attended the majority of meetings held, encouraged exhibitors to become more involved with this outstanding organization, and also represented OQHYA at the 2017 Youth Excellence Seminar.

What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I feel that we should focus on influencing youth involved with equine to join the OQHYA and become more involved that way we can continue to enhance and expand the organization. I believe that we need to continue to develop the public speaking skills of our members so they can effectively communicate the importance of the equine industry to the general public. Lastly, I feel that our organization should commit more volunteer hours to bettering the entire equine industry, including those not directly involved in the Quarter Horse breed. NYATT hunter under saddle rider for OMIQHA. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I absolutely love photography and enjoy playing tennis. I played tennis for my school last year and have had the opportunity of interning for GoHorseShow at the 50th anniversary of the Congress by taking pictures for their magazine. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. Being an OQHYA director has been a lot of fun this past year. It’s been great being able to help out with the scrapbook, media, and social committees for our AQHYA world show and AAQH Congress. It was a bonus to have won the scrapbook contest at the AQHYA world show! I have made so many friends and could not have asked for a better year. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I think that AQHYA should focus on the education of its members as far as school and horses go, career opportunities, and bonding between the kids. AQHYA has done a great job with that thus far and I would like to see more of my friends join and attend events such as the Congress and the Y.E.S. Conference in the future!

OQHYA Nominees

Emily Ambrose Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? In 2017, I was a part of the Media Committee, the World Show Stall Decorating Committee, and World Show T-Shirt Committee. In addition, I have attended all but 2 meetings since the start of my involvement in OQHYA in September 2016.

tested knowledge, speech, and interview. Furthermore, I helped at a lesson barn in spring of 2017 with equestrians who had physical barriers, mental disabilities, or family struggles. My favorite hobbies are drawing horses and photography.

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. Being a director for OQHYA will allow me to influence the members of OQHYA in a positive manner. I will actively communicate with officers and directors to coordinate Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you events, meetings, and committees. Furthermore, I am very show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses open minded and great at listening, so I will encourage name? List any accomplishments you have in the show everyone to share their thoughts so that other members, ring.) along with myself, can expand on and collaborate about I own and show two horses, Play for a Minute (Ralphie) the idea. and Super Yellow Doc (Doc). I show in the All-Around with Ralphie and I show primarily in the Ranch Riding and What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites Showmanship with Doc. Some of my accomplishments in the next 2-3 years? include AQHA Nutrena East Level 1 Champion, OQHYA should prioritize member involvement, numerous top fives, tens, and fifteens at the Congress in community service, and educational opportunities in the various classes, and circuit awards in different events. next 2-3 years. While we are the largest youth organization, new members will allow OQHYA to positively influence Are you involved in any other horse-related more equestrians to see the benefits of involvement organizations? If so, please list them and state your level in AQHA. Furthermore, community service must be of involvement: prioritized. While we have participated in community I am not currently involved in any other horse service in the past, I would love to organize members to organizations. Before joining OQHYA, I was very involved partake in service that will directly engage us with those in 4H and was President, Vice President, Secretary, and in need, such as in a soup kitchen. Finally, although Treasurer, respectively, for 4 years in my county’s Junior education has expanded greatly in recent years thanks Saddle Horse Committee. to Shari Tordoff, who organizes educational discussions every meeting and planned the highly successful Please state your involvement in any extracurricular Congress Classroom, I believe we can go further. I want activities and any charities or community activities: to reward OQHYA members for taking part in other I am new to Kent State, so I am still finding organizations educational opportunities both inside and outside of to get involved in and plan to find ones that help the AQHA, which could be achieved through recognition of environment and help animals in need. Throughout all accomplishments through a rewards program of hours of high school, I actively participated and earned awards spent on educational activities outside of school and in Academic Decathalon, which was a competition that OQHYA.

Candidate for Director

OQHYA Nominees

Jessica Batton

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have been a member of the OQHYA going on two years. In 2017 I attended 4 OQHYA meetings as the Buckeye Reining Series representative. I was on OQHYAs Youth World Team for Reining. My past involvements in OQHYA are limited but I have a desire to be more involved, which is my motive for running for a Director position.

several organizations and groups. . One organization being FFA where I have served as the chapter secretary for the past two years. Aside from my position as an officer, in the FFA I have competed in a variety of competitions including; Equine Judging, Public Speaking, Parliamentary Procedure and Job-interview. Along with FFA I have also served as my class President for the past two years. I also enjoy playing on my schools high school varsity Girls Basketball team. In my community I am a member of the Successful 4-H club where I serve as the Treasurer.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I have been riding and showing Reining horses for the past 8 years in AQHA as well as NRHA classes. Throughout my show career, I’ve shown six different horses. However for the past two years I’ve enjoyed showing my gelding, Goodtime Chocoholic, or Weston as I call him. In 2016, my horse and I experienced success at The All American Quarter Horse Congress winning the 2016 AQHA Novice Youth Reining. This helped to earn Weston the AQHA Level 1 Youth Reining second place horse. Then, in 2017, we once again had a congress victory, winning in the NRHA Youth 14-18, marking my biggest score to date, a 220.5.

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. While I have never been an officer or director of the OQHYA, I have had other experiences through different organizations that I have been a part of and served as an officer. If elected I would bring forth the same enthusiasm and determination as I have in the past with other organizations. I am a reliable, dedicated person who is innovative and goal oriented, which would be an asset to the OQHYA as a whole.

Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: As for my other involvements in equine related organizations, I’ve served as the former President, Vice President and Secretary of my Horse 4-H club. I also have been an active member of the NRHA. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: My involvement in my school and community include

What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? To accomplish any aspect of success, priorities and goals must first be set. The OQHYA is no exception to this concept. The OQHYA has the crucial roll and responsibility to make an impact in the near and distant future. One way of accomplishing this is by serving both the local and Equine community’s through volunteering and donations. The OQHYA can also make an impact through uniting its members which should be a priority. If the members of the OQHYA are united then we have more strength and a better ability to make a difference and accomplish more. One of OQHYAs most important priorities is to build the future leaders of not only the OQHA and the AQHA, but of our world.

OQHYA Nominees

Lauren Carnahan Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have been involved with OQHYA for many years including holding a director position, and being the OQHYA treasurer in 2017. In 2017, I co-chaired the nominating committee and was a member of the media, NYATT, and youth world stall decorations committee. I have attended many of the meetings, only missing a few throughout my time as a director and officer of OQHYA.

Explain your current involvement with horses: I currently compete in the 14-18 all around events with my horse Too Lazy To Zip aka Gus. Our biggest accomplishments have been getting 3rd place at the AQHYA world show in Hunt Seat Equitation, 3x reserve congress champions, and earning five superiors. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am not involved with any other horse organizations besides AQHA and OQHA. I do take jumping lessons at a barn by my house once a week.

Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I have played for my school’s volleyball team for the past two years; being on the freshman team my first year and varsity this year. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. During my most recent term as OQHYA treasurer, I have contributed in many ways. This year, we had many new members the joined our organization and I did my best to make them feel welcome and wanted at the meetings and when I saw them at shows. This year we had many conference calls to get ideas together, I attended the calls and gave some of my ideas as well as listening to what others had to say. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? Our first top priority should be to increase membership. We always need more new members because they have great ideas that can help us make OQHYA a better association all around. The second priority should be to do even more community service. OQHYA does a lot of community service but I feel like we can make even more of an impact helping. We could do more of a variety of service or focus solely on a few and give a lot to them. Our third priority should be to make new youth want to be more involved in OQHYA in leadership roles. New members have the ability to give us new ideas and if they take leadership roles then they can make those changes happen easier.

Ava Coughlin

Candidate for Director How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have previously attended a number of OQHYA meetings. Over the next year and in the future, it is my hope that I will be able to become more actively involved through serving as a Director of OQHYA.

Explain your current involvement with horses: I actively show within the AQHA and NSBA circuits. I have been fortunate to win 5 Congress Championships and Reserve Championships by the age of 13. I am also a 2017 World Champion in NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure. I greatly enjoy showing Western Pleasure, Horsemanship and Reining. I currently show “Touched Softly” in Western Pleasure and Horsemanship. I hope to branch out over the next year to begin showing “Georgia” in Western Riding. Additionally, I show a “A Bueno Chic” in reining. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am actively involved in the Youth Equestrian Development Association. I am currently a Sapphire Rider for the Middle School Division of Bayhill Farm. In the future, I plan to move up to Diamond and Diamond Elite Status as I move into High School. In my first competiton for the 2017 Season, I was awarded High Point Rider of the Middle School Division. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any

charities or community activities: By being involved in my family’s business, Coughlin Automotive, we have supported numerous activities, causes and charities, in which I have been involved. With my passion being horses, I was so proud to have been involved in my family’s support of building a new, 1 acre covered arena at our local fairgrounds in Madison County. The Coughlin Arena provides an excellent space to hold a multitude of equestrian events. This helps promote young riders to get involved in the sport. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I have not yet had the opportunity to serve OQHYA but in running this year, it is my hope to become more actively involved in the association through a Director position. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. Promoting Sportsmanship and Comradery within the competition – When I leave the arena, I really feel a strong sense of sportsmanship and support from my fellow competitors. I think we should focus on creating this environment as we go into the future in our competitions. 2. Weekend Shows to Work with School Schedules – As a middle school student, it is important to me to have shows that work around my school schedule. 3. Strong Leaders within OQHYA Elected Roles – As I would like to hold a position as director for OQHYA, I would like to see commitment to the association we are serving. For example, I would like to focus on growing membership and scholarship funding.

Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have been a part of the Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association since 2015. Last year, I served as a director for 2017’s show year. OQHYA has treated my sister and I greatly and we are very thankful to be apart of this association. Explain your current involvement with horses: Riding horses has been a part of my life for six years. AQHA, OQHA, SOQHA, NOQHA, and EOQHA are some of the associations my sister and I have shown in competitively the last three years. Some of my favorite classes include Horsemanship, Showmanship, Trail, Western Riding, Western Pleasure, Ranch Riding, Equitation, and Hunter Under Saddle. For my 2015-16 years I showed MNZ Irresistible MS (Sierra) until she suffered a stroke or seizure (unknown) and flipped over on her head at the Pink Show and went blind. After the accident my trainer found an amazing horse, ThreeBarsEdition (Oscar) to lease from an amateur lady that was taking some time off. We currently are shopping for a new horse. Some accomplishments I am very proud of for my two horses are a Bronze Champion Trophy at the L1 Championships in 2016, and 3 Top 15’s at the Congress in 2016 and 2017.

Millie Landon

Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have not been on the OQHYA board before but I have participated in many committees like the Social Media Committee, Stall Decorating and T-shirt Decorating Committee. As well as helping with fundraisers at the Congress.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I show just in AQHA at the moment in many of classes. I enjoy the all-around events, while adding more. I have a riding horse, Fifty Shades Of Grey (Ana), which we show in Showmanship, Horsemanship, and Pleasure, hopefully adding Hunt Seat and Equitation in 2018. I also have a Halter horse Amazing Vaquero (Ollie) who i have shown since he was a weanling and won the Congress. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so,

Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I also participate in the Silver Lining Drill Team, IEA, YEDA, and 4-H. I’ve shown Drill Team for 6 years, IEA for 3 years, YEDA this current year, and 4-H for 6. My sister and I love to be apart of these fun and exciting groups and are very glad we are able to do it. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: One hobby that I take part in, a very important one at that, is working with Sierra at home. I hope to build her confidence at shows again and excel in showmanship and possibly more classes involving 4-H at the Clark County Fair.

OQHYA Nominees

Courtney Hilty

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. For the year 2017, as a director, I helped with the World Show T-Shirt committee and Media committee. I also enjoy helping set up the World Show decorations. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? Some priorities I definitely think OQHYA should focus are spreading the word and recruiting more people. I also think we should have more activities to bring the youth closer together. Having fun projects to be apart of at shows like The Madness and The Buckeye Classic are good priorities too.

please list them and state your level of involvement: The only other organization I am in is FFA. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I do not participate in many other organizations other than FFA and AQHA. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. No I am not, but I want to become a director to hopefully help to improve our organization. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I think our priorities should be on our youth, our fundraising, where we can put our money. I think we should focus on our youth because they will become AQHA’s future. Also, I think that we can improve or change our fundraising, as well as maybe helping and support other organizations, like we did when he gave a donation to the World Cup team. I think by helping other organizations and getting our associations name out to the world, it could possibly increase our new members.

OQHYA Nominees

Isabella Tesmer Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I have been a member of the OQHYA for 3 years, and I regularly attend Ohio meetings. I have no experience holding an officer or director position.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I show in the Reining discipline. The classes I currently show in are the NRHA Youth Reining 14-18 and Green Reiner. I also show AQHA Youth Reining 14-18, and Level 1 Youth Reining. My horses name is Itsa Last Wimpy. New to the sport of reining, my first-year accomplishments are Youth World Show Qualifier/ Level 2 Finalist, 2017 Congress Top 10 and Top 5, SOQHA Madness Circuit Champion, finished 1st in the 2017 OQHA Youth Division Final Point Standings in the Youth Reining 14-18. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement:

Mia Wunderlich Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? In 2016, I was on the stall decorating committee. This year, I was part of the fundraising committee. I attend all of the youth meetings.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) Yes, I currently show my horse Louie. We’ve been together for one year. His show name is You Stop My Heart. I show hunter under saddle, hunt seat equitation, trail, horsemanship and halter. In 2018, I want to show in western riding, too. In 2015, I was a Reserve Congress Champion with my mare Itsallaboutcharleen. This past year, Louie and I were a new team, but we were competitive (in our English classes!!) in a very tough 13 and under division this year. I am new to the Western classes, but we hope to continue to improve in 2018. We ended the season bringing home hardware in 6 of our 8 Congress classes including a 5th place in the Level 1 13 & under HUS and a Championship in the 11 & Under Hunt Seat Equitation! Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: Yes, I ride on Jessica Daniels’ IEA team. I ride the English events

I am a member of the NRHA, and a director in the SOQHA. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I do a lot of community service for St. Mary’s Catholic Church. I am active in my community’s 4-H program, where I have held several officer positions. I serve on the Junior Fair Board Committee representing the Equine Department. I am an active member in my FFA Chapter, I participated in the Creed Speaking Competition, Livestock Judging, and I currently hold the office of Sentinel. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. If I were to be elected as one of 2018 OQYHA directors, I would contribute creative thinking, enthusiasm and open-mindedness. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I think some of OQHYA top three priorities should be, getting more involved with community’s so more people will join the OQHYA. I also think that a priority should be getting more youth members involved in helping to promote the OQHYA, and keeping it affordable for the youth to show.

– both jumping and equitation on the flat. I had 17 points in both classes at the end of last season, so I missed moving on by just one point in both. This year, I hope to have 18 (or more) points in both! Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I play volleyball for my school. I am also playing club volleyball with Elite VB Club this winter. I also participated in TGIF “Thank God I’m Female” and the Drug Free BV foundation at school. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I would volunteer for more committees, and help raise money at our horse shows. I would also love to help out when needed at the horse shows. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I think we should continue to raise money, so we continue to have strong representation by the Ohio Youth at the World Show in Oklahoma. I also think we should use money to give out more scholarships. It would also be nice if we could help some families cover the horse show expenses during the season. I think it would also be nice to do community service as a team. We compete against each other, but I’d like to see us work together towards a common goal to build friendships both at shows and when we are not showing.

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Cora Wyers

Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I am currently a director for 2017. I was a part of the Youth World Stall Decorations and T-shirt committee. I was also a member of the fundraising committee. I attended all of the meetings except for one.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I compete in Youth All Around events with my horse, Good N Certain. I won the Ohio 14-18 Youth All Around this year. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am a director for Southern Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: I am a member of my high school’s varsity basketball team

and I also play for a club year-round (SMAC Basketball). If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I have shared ideas on our committee conference calls and I also participated in our youth fundraisers etc. I plan to get more involved for 2018! What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. I believe that OQHYA should continue to work on getting more youth involved. We should bring more attention to other opportunities for youth who love the American Quarter Horse but may not be able to show, such as judging team, hippology, and speech contests. 2. I truly enjoy the educational portion of the OQHYA meetings and I feel we should continue this! Not only do we learn new things about the horse world (ReRide Program) we also learn important things for our future (Social Media Awareness). 3. From this past year it seems that the team was successful in fund raising and that those funds were used effectively. I believe we should do more.

OQHYA Nominees

Seth Craft

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Dylan Jordan

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Mason Dorsey

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Cassandra Priest Candidate for Director

No Biography Provided

Halie Harner

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Reagan Priest

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Claire Hickman Candidate for Director

No Biography Provided

Kylee Wiseman Candidate for Director

No Biography Provided

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Features 8 New Location, Expansion OQHA moves to Columbus

10 All-Around winners Ohio youth dominate Congress

12 Congress Super Sale The tradition continues

14 AQHA Level 1 Championship Coming to Ohio

36 Congress Results

Congratulations to OQHA Members

70 NOQHA Futurity Show Results 73 Congress NYATT Ohio NYATT Team Reserve Champions

On the Cover 16 Smashing a 30-year record Ellexxah Maxwell & Zips Bossy Chip

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Officer & Director Nominations

LINDSAY TITUS

Marketing & Communications Associate

President’s Letter

2017 OQHA Staff Dr. Scott Myers | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 614-505-7200 ext 126 SMyers@oqha.com

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ABIGAIL HARDY - ALL AROUND

Ohio brings home

All American Quarter Horse Congress All-Ar

Judd Paul and IronGate Quarter Horses. As a small fry competitor, Gore made her way to the top of the Small Fry All-Around points during the 2017 Quarter Horse Congress with a Champion finish in Small Fry Western Horsemanship, Reserve Champion in Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle, fourth place in Small Fry Showmanship, third place in Small Fry Trail, fourth place in Small Fry Hunt Seat Equitation, and fifth place in Small Fry Western Pleasure. Having won two back-to-back Small Fry Championships, this wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be the last time Gore will see her name attached to the All-Around Champion title.

e All-Around Titles

2017 Average Price = $5,898

Overall, organizers are pleased with the results of the sale which showed an 8.7% increase in horses sold.

Completed Sales = 90% (13% increase over 2016)

Gross Actual Sales = $318,500

Gross Sales = $121,900 High Selling Stallion Yearling Sale Stakes and Overall High Seller $35,000 - Hip # 89 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; SST Hez Flat Special 2016 bay roan stallion (VS Flatline x Certainly Inspired) Buyer: Dr. Gail Mason & Jeff Temple, Brunswick, ME Seller: Steven and Susan Thompson, OH High Selling Gelding Yearling Sale Stakes $30,000 - Hip # 89 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lucky In Kentucky 2016 bay gelding (RL Best Of Sudden x Good Luck Girl) Buyer: Tracy L Hritz, Washington, PA Seller: Gumz Farms, LLC

COMING TO OHIO for April 18-22. The AQHA Central Level 1 Championships is tentatively scheduled for April 10-15 in Oklahoma City. All Level 1- and Rookie-eligible exhibitors are welcome to compete at one of the three Level 1 Championships.

Zips Bossy Chips is all-time leading youth horse Zips Bossy Chip “Annie” has shattered American Quarter Horse Hall of Famer Van Decka’s 30-year record for the all-time leading youth horse by points. Van Decka earned the last of his 4,270 lifetime points in 1987 at the All American Quarter Horse Congress. In September, Zips Bossy Chip topped that record with 17-yearold owner and Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association member Ellexxah Maxwell of West Mansfield, Ohio. Zips Bossy Chip currently has 4,280 youth points. (At time of publication). During an interview in 2015 with the American Quarter Horse Association for winning the All-Around Youth title, Maxwell told AQHA she wanted to earn 5,000 points with Annie. When the article was published, it was revealed Annie was the second ranking youth point-earning horse. “She was close to the first place horse so it became my goal to break that record,” Maxwell said. Earlier in 2017, Larri Jo Starky from the American Quarter Horse Journal informed Maxwell’s mother, Melissa that Annie and Maxwell were very close to the record. In early September we were within 5 points and I earned 6 in my final class at the show,” Maxwell said. “I can’t really describe the feeling. It was a huge mix of joy, accomplishment, and overall shock at what we had just done.” Zips Bossy Chip is a 2008 bay mare by UK Mito Boss. She was bred by the University of Findlay in Findlay, Ohio, and is out of the Jessies Fancy Chip mare Suzies Fancy Chip. Since buying Annie in 2011, Annie has become a show veteran; earning points in halter, performance halter mares, showmanship, reining, trail, horsemanship, western pleasure, hunter under saddle and hunt seat equitation. Maxwell and “Annie” have been the year-end high-point youth team in 2013, 2015 and 2016; and reserve high-point youth team in 2012 and 2014. The pair has also earned Superiors in showmanship, horsemanship, hunter under saddle, hunt seat equitation, all-around and trail, while also securing the reserve world champion title in showmanship. However, Annie hasn’t always been the expert she has become under Maxwell’s guidance. “She was definitely a green bean [in the beginning], Maxwell said. “She knew the hunter under saddle and that was it.” It was a learning curve for both of them but Maxwell said Annie loved to learn and “took whatever you threw at her with ease.” Maxwell added that Annie loves her job and has a drive and passion that can rival most people.

scratched.” While the pair has traveled hundreds of thousands of miles around the country, run with no bridle through the make-up pen of Jim Norick Arena and stood together at the All-American Quarter Horse Congress, Maxwell said her favorite memories are “the naps we take in her stall, the peppermints I give her, and the time we spend together.” Maxwell “[trusts Annie] with my life every day and I know she trusts me with hers. It’s what makes us such a great team.” Annie may have snagged the 30-year record, but Maxwell – Annie’s only youth rider - is allowed to compete in the youth classes until the end of 2019 which means she can still break 5,000 points. Those looking to watch Maxwell and Annie rack up the points can find them in Tampa, Florida for Christmas. The pair will take a short break during the beginning of the year to attend banquets and then will hit the road again for the 2018 show season. To the youth

OQHA President (2/18)

Elizabeth Gorski

1st Vice President (2/18) Executive Committe Tri-Chairman

Judd Paul

2nd Vice President (2/18) Executive Committee

Brent Maxwell

Executive Committee * (2/18)

David McDonald, DVM Executive Committee (2/18)

George Seanor

Executive Committee (2/20)

Skip Salome

Congress Tri-Chairman (9/20)

Greg Tordoff

Congress Tri-Chairman (9/19)

Clark Bradley Past President Jim Brennan Past President

Chris Cecil Darnell Past President Vic Clark Past President Hank Clason Past President

Ed Dingledine Honorary Director Wayne Erwin Honorary Director Bob Hexter Honorary Director Burgess Holt Past President Fritz Leeman Past President

Binnie Ann Masters Honorary Director Ron McCarty Honorary Director

David McDonald, DVM Past President Dr. Scott Myers Past President Cliff Nash Past President Alan Potts Past President

Roger Ruetenik Honorary Director Skip Salome Past President

Dan Trein Honorary Director

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Chris Cecil Darnell

2017 Board of Directors Rod Atherton (2/18)

Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Building Renovations, Congress Programs, VIP Camping*

Justin Billings (2/20)

Brent Maxwell (2/19)

Annual Awards*, Congress Futurities, Executive Committee*, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas, Trail/Western Riding*

Affiliate Relations, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Lectures/Demonstrations, Morning Refreshments, Parade, Stall Move-In Day, Special Evnent Ticket Sales

Cindy Morehead (2/19)

Rick Cecil

Kristine Nagy (2/18)

Annual Awards, Annual Banquet, Professional Horsemen

Matt Claypool (2/20)

Affiliate Relations, Congress Futurities, Horse Show Advisory/ Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas, Rules, Stall Move-In Day, Trail/Western Riding

Donald Recchiuti (2/19)

Kelli Diaz (2/20)

Commercial Exhibitors, EWD/Heroes On Horses, Membership*

Affiliate Relations, Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Food & Beverage, Stall Move-In Day*

Candi Fites (2/18)

George Seanor (2/18)

Bill Flarida (2/18)

Chuck Smith (2/18)

Shawn Flarida (2/19)

Brent Tincher (2/18)

Annual Awards, Annual Banquet, Affiliate Relations*, Congress Programs*, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, OQHA Queen, Team Tournaments (NYATT)*, OQHYA Information Booth*, Reining

Todd Salome (2/19)

Building Renovations*, Executive Committee, Finance, Grievance, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Long Range Planning, Rules, Trail/Western Riding Cutting

Congress Futurities, Reining, Riding Areas, Professional Horsemen

Kyle Flatter (2/18)

Affiliate Relations, Annual Awards, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Membership, Riding Areas, Professional Horsemen, Stall Move-In Day, Special Evnent Ticket Sales, Trail/Western Riding

Ted Handel (2/18)

Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Food & Beverage, Overflow Trailers, Stall Move-In Day, Trail Ride

Randy Jacobs (2/20)

Congress Futurities, Commercial Exhibitors, Judging Torunament, Overflow Trailers*, Professional Horsemen

Roger Landis (2/19)

Hunter/Jumpers*, Judging Team, Judging Torunament*

Animal Protection/Fire Safety, Congress Futurities, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas, Trail/Western Riding

Greg Tordoff (2/20)

Shane Watson (2/18)

Public Service Announcements*, Annual Banquet

Randy Wilson (2/18)

Congress Futurities, Drug Task Force, Grievance, Horse Show Advisory/Show and Contest, Professional Horsemen, Riding Areas

Congress Futurities, Drug Task Force, Reining, Super Sale, Professional Horsemen*

* Denotes Committee Chariman

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Officer & director nominations

Kristine Nagy Judd Paul Chad Piper George Seanor Chuck Smith Brent Tincher Randy Wilson

Elizabeth Gorski

Candidate for 1st Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. Our family owns a testing laboratory for the medical device industry.

describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected: In the most recent term, I have served as President. I believe I have many areas of expertise that would qualify me to serve again as the OQHA President. My family and I exhibited in AQHA shows and NSBA futurities all my life. We have operated Cecil Breeding Farm for over 30 years. I have been actively involved in the family breeding business serving as our office manager and treasurer. My company, Simply Show Services LLC, provides services to shows across the nation. I believe my areas of expertise in breeding, showing and show management would qualify me to serve as the President of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association. I hope you allow me to continue this opportunity.

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and currently live there with my husband, Jeff.

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? The priority of OQHA should be fiscal responsibility. The second priority of OQHA should be Congress. Our industry continues to change, and we need to make the changes needed to stay current and on the cutting edge especially in technology at the Congress. Finally, we need to encourage participation of our Youth, Level 1 and Rookie programs. We need the youth to bring in new blood and participation to the breed we all love. Schools Board of Education (Go Knights!). I am also a member of the National Snaffle Bit Association. If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. In 2017, I served as a Congress Tri-chair, chaired the Congress Lectures/Demonstrations, co-chaired the 4th annual OQHA Golf Outing, and chaired the OQHA Grievance Committee. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? Maintain and grow the importance of winning a congress bronze and title among all horsemen, so our event is always the premier horse show at which horsemen want to compete. Continue to upgrade the entertainment value of the Congress to not only participants, but more people in the Columbus

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I co-own North Farm Inc. Stallion and Broodmare managing services.

term. I have participated in bringing more Youth members to OQHA through clinics for 4-H and spearheading taking OQHA to the grassroots level. I bring my knowledge of the horse industry, as well as support to increase the longevity of Congress and worked to get OQHA more involved with the state on a local level. What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I would like to continue to focus on the growth of Congress, increasing grass roots efforts to all levels of the equine industry within Ohio and increase education for the OQHA youth.

Brent Maxwell

Please describe what you do for a living: I own and operate Hank Clason Quarter Horses where I coach amateurs and youth, I also specialize in riding and training futurity horses. I also buy & sell horses. Please Discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA: I have been a Director for over 25 years and have served on almost every committee

Horsemen, Horse Show Advisory and the Congress Futurities Committee.

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reside in Medina, OH.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent

Todd Salome

Candidate for 2nd Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. I own and operate Todd Salome Enterprises, Salco, Ltd which consists of rental properties, and Greenbriar Farms, where Melvin Yoder currently trains.

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town Please describe what you do for a living: I’m a project manager for a large commercial construction company.

Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I show Halter horses and have been involved with Eastern Ohio shows.

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? Recruit membership, get youth more involved and help build the Congress to keep it the biggest and best horse show.

Jessica Daniels

Candidate for Director

Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been involved with OQHA since the age of 11. My mom and grandparents were very involved growing up. I held several OQHYA office positions as well as positions with NOQHYA and after my youth career I stayed involved with the youth as the OQHA Youth Judging Team Coach. My passion is helping young people learn about horses and the different opportunities horses can provide for you. OQHA gave me a lot of opportunities growing up such as competing at the Youth World Show, educating me in business meetings and fundraising, competing at Congress on the NYATT teams, college scholarships and encouraging me to be a good leader. One of the reasons I have stayed involved is because I enjoy helping our youth

Kyle Flatter

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. I just began running Flat Ridge Training Center in Greenville, Ohio where we specialize in all around horses.

officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. The Affiliate Relations Committee involves working with our affiliates for a better relationship. As a member of the Awards and Banquet Committees, I help with the organization of the Annual Banquet and Awards. The Congress Program Committee involves coordinating the program sales during the Congress. NYATT Committee organizes the NYATT competition from start to finish.

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Transportation Department, where I worked for 30 years.

What do you feel should be OQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Congress continues to be our top priority; we should continue moving forward with ideas to keep the Congress the gold standard of horse shows. 2. We should continue our support of the weekend shows and encourage the committees to be exhibitor friendly. 3. The continued support of our youth is important as they are the future leaders of OQHA.

how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term: This past year while serving as a director I have once again helped with the year-end awards, been on the pattern, trail, and nominating committee, along with serving on other committees throughout the year. During the congress I helped with the move-in days, the PBR, Freestyle Reining, NYATT ceremonies, and the Masters. I also had the opportunity to help give tours of the fairgrounds to elected officials and representatives that came to the congress. What do you feel should be OQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. First of all, I believe membership, especially with youth members needs to be a big priority our youth numbers have grown in the past year and I would like to see this trend continue. 2. We need to make sure the Congress remains the number one Equine event.

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Katsy Leeman

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Realtors (2 years), Columbus downtown Quarterback club (OSU) (9 years).

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am a licensed Real Estate Agent/Broker with ReMax Town Center in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in residential, commercial and equestrian properties.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. I would love the opportunity to help the organization wherever needed. I bring a great deal of experience in marketing and strategy to help develop the future of the OQHA and I’m excited to share some of my ideas and work with other directors to improve the OQHA. For example, I would like to explore ways to increase the attendance at the Congress both by the public and vendors. I would also like to see our EWD program grow and increase awareness of how important this is to our organization. In addition I would like to see increased participation in the monthly meetings by our trainers. I think this would be helpful when making board decisions.

and serve on the scholarship, awards, banquet, queens and congress program committees. My most active area of contribution is with the speed and contesting. I am the voice for this group of competitors, addressing their concerns, and helping to improve the Barrels and Poles portion of the Congress. I have also actively participated in my other committee assignments, working on selecting scholarship recipients, helping at the golf outing, selling programs at the Congress, helping choose year end awards, as well as make decisions for the annual banquet. I will continue to work hard on any and all committees to Please describe what you do for a living: I am a middle school guidance counselor at Cloverleaf which I am assigned, as well as attending monthly OQHA Middle School, in Seville Ohio. I spend my days meetings. I will work hard to learn from the experience working with 600 students in 6th, 7th and 8th grade. around me, and contribute all that I can. This is my 31st year in education. I plan to retire at the end of this year. That will allow me to dedicate more What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? time to OQHA. 1. OQHA has been diligently working with state Please state your involvement in any other equine government and non traditional sponsors to ensure the organizations or other charities, community activities continued success of the Congress. While currently in a positive position, we need to continue this mindset to or civic organization: I am a founding member of the National Pole Bending secure the future of the Congress and our association. Association. I am also their national administrator, 2. Continuing to expand the horizons of OQHA is as well as a regional director. I am an active member vital. Examples of this are the trail ride, the Southern of the International Barrel Horse Association, and Belle, the Congress app, OQHA foundation, etc. the National Barrel Horse Association. I am also a OQHA must be open to new opportunities and keep up with technological advances, while maintaining the member of NOQHA. I am also involved in several professional organizations position of promoting the American Quarter Horse. through my work, and am on the building leadership 3. Financial stability continues to be of utmost team at my school. My husband and I have been importance. OQHA is continually working to establish actively involved with the youth at our church for and follow a sound budget, allowing for savings. This is necessary for their continued growth. many years.

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Ohio. I have an undergraduate degree in education, and a master’s degree in counseling, both from the University of Akron. I have been married to my husband Ron for over 30 years. He owns and operates Nagy’s Collision Centers. We live on a small farm with 6 horses, along with assorted dogs and cats. We don’t have any children of our own, but have 23 nieces and nephews.

Chad Piper

Candidate for Director

President, and have been a Director for ten years. I have served on numerous committees, including Executive Committee, Professional Horsemen, Rules, Congress Futurities, Stall Move-In Day, Grounds Security, Breeders Incentives, Riding Areas, Horse Show Advisory, Trail/Western Riding, and I am currently the chair of Commerical Exhibitors.

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I live in New Albany, Ohio with my wife, Jennifer and our daughter, Allie. I currently work for IronGate Quarter Horses training both Western and English horses. We have trained multiple futurity champions, as well as Congress Champions and top tens. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organization: I am also a SOQHA Director and the SOQHA President for the past 4 years. I also hold my AQHA & NSBA Judges cards.

George Seanor

Candidate for Director

civic organization: I am currently the President and Executive Director of the National Cutting Horse Association, based in Fort Worth, Texas. I am also a past Vice President of the National Reining Horse Association

What is your educational background? I have a Bachelor’s degree in Animal Science and a Master’s degree in Agriculture and Biochemistry, both from Ohio State University.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term: I am the show manager for the cutting events at the Congress. This year, that included seven days of competition in Limited Age Event and Weekend level classes as well as the Mercuria events.

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I have been a professional cutting horse trainer for over 40 years in Ohio, and now serve as the Executive Director of the National Cutting Horse Association in

Texas.

Please Discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA: I am a lifetime member of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association and have been involved in the production of almost every Congress. I cut classes as a student at OSU to be a ringmaster at the first Congress in 1967. I have headed the cutting at the Congress for the last 24 years. The Congress cutting has developed into a cornerstone for cutting in the eastern half of the US. It is continuing to grow and prosper. There are eight Mercuria events held

Brent Tincher

Candidate for Director

What do you feel should be OQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. A top priority would be to remain financially solvent 2. We should continue to make sure the Quarter Horse Congress is able to meet the future needs of the horse industry. 3. Another major goal is to promote our western heritage and offer a family friendly environment.

Findlay

What is your educational background? Graduated from the University of

Professional Horseman.

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Please describe what you do for a living. I am an instructor at the University of Findlay and operate Randy Wilson Quarter Horses.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHA during your most recent term. If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to OQHA if elected. I have served on the Congress futurities committee, Riding areas committee, horse show advisory/show and contest, professional horsemanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s committee and drug task force committee

What do you feel should be OQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I feel we need to stay user friendly to the exhibitors at the All American Quarter Horse Congress.

In October, the 2017 All American Quarter Horse Congress took over the Ohio Expo Center for 27 days full of record-breaking rides, and the most successful event to date.

Solano, while Blakeley Colgrove won the Non-Pro Championship on Hes A Heapinspoonful. Throughout the month, the lecture and

riding

brought the crowd to its feet as Angelia ‘Angie’ Reichert took home the NRHA Open Freestyle Reining Champion title riding Surely Cashin Chex, owned by Linda Williams. Reed Kyle too home the NRHA Non-Pro Freestyle Reining

level 1 amateur Level 1 Amateur Equitation Over Fences

8. Ribbons N Blues | Alexis Taylor | Alexis Taylor - Grafton OH

Level 1 Amateur Horsemanship

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Horsemanship

6. Sleep Walking | Ashley Lasarenko | Ashley Lasarenko - Elkhart IN

Level 1 Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

Mount Vernon OH 3. Details Of Willy | Paige Peshina Merrill | Royal Wire Product - North Royalton OH 10. Too Hot For Scotch | Hilary Hoffman | Marilee Hoffman Lexington OH

Level 1 Amateur Ranch Riding

9. Fantasize This Chic | Grace Tachikawa | Grace Tachikawa Columbus OH

Level 1 Amateur Showmanship

4. Always A Good Time | Maggie Kirian | Maggie Kirian - Alvada OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Showmanship

4. Always A Good Time | Maggie Kirian | Maggie Kirian - Alvada OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

2. Sleep Walking | Ashley Lasarenko | Ashley Lasarenko Elkhart IN 6. Cruize | Sam Mierzejewski | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Western Pleasure

10. A Moonlit Goodbar | Jamie Billings Richardson | Billings Quarter Horses - Ashville OH

Level 1 Amateur Western Riding

Stallions

Amateur 3 Yr Old Mares

Amateur Yearling Stallions - Limited Division

2. Whoisit | Tammi Smith | Tammi Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Yearling Stallions Elite Halter Futurity - Non Pro

2. Whoisit | Tammi Smith | Tammi Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division

Amateur 2 Yr Old Stallions

1. Best Kept Secrete | Robert Eurez | Robert Eurez - Pataskala OH 3. Kewel | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur 2 Yr Old Stallions Limited Division

1. Best Kept Secrete Robert Eurez | Robert Eurez Pataskala OH 3. Kewel | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Stallions

1. Dawns Cool Girl | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 4. Sheza Starlet Hit | Kaityln Salmans | Jacqueline Salmans - Coshocton OH

Amateur Aged Mares

1. Pass Da Pepper | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Aged Mares Limited Division

1. Epic | Holly Saigo | Holly Saigo - 1. Pass Da Pepper | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH London OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Stallions Limited Division

Amateur Performance Mares

Amateur Grand Champion Mares

3. Pass Da Pepper | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Weanling Fillies

8. Shes Cool That Way | Jillian Channell | Jillian Channell Springfield OH 11. IEM So Beautiful | Melanie Griffey | Melanie Griffey - Pataskala OH

Amateur Weanling Mares - Limited Division

7. Shes Cool That Way | Jillian Channell | Jillian Channell Springfield OH

Amateur Performance Mares - Limited Division

2. Onlythebestchocolate | Chelsea Martz | Chelsea Martz - Blacklick OH 12. Looking Willy Good | Lacy Lynn Watson | Jamie Watson Goshen OH

Amateur Grand Champion Geldings

5. Guns And Leather | Amy Jo Erhardt | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur Weanling Geldings

2. Illicit Intention | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Congratulations to all of the OQHA Members

amateur | non pro

Amateur Yearling Geldings

1. Guns And Leather | Amy Jo Erhardt | Amy Jo Erhardt Oxford OH 5. California Kool | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Amateur Yearling Geldings - Limited Division

4. California Kool | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Yearling Gelding Elite Halter Futurity - Non Pro

1. Guns And Leather | Amy Jo Erhardt | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH

Amateur 2 Yr Old Geldings

2. BPF Top Secret Man | Holly Saigo | Holly Saigo - London OH

NCHA $15,000 Amateur Cutting

12. Good Evening Haida | Carrie Watkins | Scott Hartranft - West Mansfield OH

Amateur Horsemanship

9. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH 14. Always Lopin Sober | Katie Grossnickle | Katie Grossnickle Maple City MI

NSBA Amateur Horsemanship

8. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH 11. Always Lopin Sober | Katie Grossnickle | Katie Grossnickle Maple City MI

Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

Amateur 2 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division

2. BPF Top Secret Man | Holly Saigo | Holly Saigo - London OH

2. Aint Life Sweet | Alexis Taylor | Alexis Taylor - Grafton OH 14. Counts Iron Knight | Grace Tachikawa | Grace Tachikawa Columbus OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Geldings

NSBA Amateur Hunt Seat Equitation

2. DMM Secret Sinsation | Mariah Gipson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford 2. Aint Life Sweet | Alexis Taylor | Alexis Taylor - Grafton OH OH

Amateur 3 Yr Old Geldings - Limited Division

Amateur Hunter Under Saddle

Amateur Aged Geldings

4. Coos Me In The Dark | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Amateur Aged Geldings - Limited Division

3. Coos Me In The Dark | Thomas Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH

Amateur Performance Geldings

NSBA Amateur Hunter Under Saddle

8. The Chocolate Chiper | Kathryne Zachrich | Kathryne Zachrich Delaware OH

Ashland OH

Amateur Reining

2 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

11. Just Waiting A Minut | Megan Arnold-Queen | Debra Arnold Ashland OH

3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA

3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA

NRHA Green Reiner Level 2

1. Shiney Juice | Valerie Fites Sturgeon | Caleb Sturgeon - Beloit OH 11. Whizzin R Cash Away | Grace Tachikawa | Grace Tachikawa Columbus OH

NRHA Non Pro Freestyle Reining

6. Crank Up The Band | Abby Gettinger | Abby Gettinger - Milton IN

NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes

1. Odds In My Favour | Katsy Leeman | Katsy Leeman - Massillon OH 5. Saddled On Saturday | Charley Thiel | Charley Thiel - Dublin OH

4. Me And My Assets | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Atlanta GA

NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 3 Stakes

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes Limited NSBA

2. Me And My Assets | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Erin Shapiro Boatwright | Atlanta GA

1. Odds In My Favour | Katsy Leeman | Katsy Leeman - Massillon OH 4. Saddled On Saturday | Charley Thiel | Charley Thiel - Dublin OH

Amateur Jumping

NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 2 Stakes

NSBA Amateur Jumping

NRHA Novice Horse Level 2 - Non Pro

Non Pro Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes NSBA

NRHA Novice Horse Level 1 - Non Pro

SBB Non Pro Western Yearling Longe Line Stakes NSBA

Amateur Showmanship

13. Shez Rockin | Sydney Krebs | Sydney Krebs - Grove City OH

11. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH

Amateur Pleasure Driving

NSBA Amateur Showmanship

6. Skips Centerfold Gal | Madeline Graves | Maureen Kendel - Euclid 10. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman -

amateur | non pro

14. Easy N The Moonlight | Alyssa Justus | Alyssa Justus - Grove City Massillon OH OH

NSBA Amateur Western Pleasure

6. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH 10. Looking Willy Good | Lacy Lynn Watson | Jamie Watson Goshen OH

Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

6. Cowboyputaspellonme | Katsy Leeman | Fritz Leeman - Massillon OH

SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA

7. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH

7. Cowboyputaspellonme | Katsy Leeman | Fritz Leeman - Massillon OH

Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA

Amateur Western Riding

5. RR Magical Moonlite | Kylee Wiseman | Dennis & Debbie Martin - Beaver OH 9. Wisely Lopin | Whitney Wilson | Randy Wilson - Findlay OH

3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

15. Dontskipmygoodimage | Graceon Ehrman | Graceon Ehrman Steubenville OH

NSBA Amateur Western Riding

3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA 13. Cowboyputaspellonme | Katsy Leeman | Fritz Leeman -

NSBA Amateur Trail

9. Cruize | Sam Mierzejewski | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

level 1 amateur select Level 1 Amateur Select Horsemanship

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Select Horsemanship

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Select Hunt Seat Equitation

Level 1 Amateur Select Western Pleasure

7. Lazyboy | Jolene Mierzejewski | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

NSBA Level 1 Amateur Select Western Pleasure

6. Lazyboy | Jolene Mierzejewski | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

Amateur Select Hunt Seat Equitation

NSBA Amateur Select Hunt Seat Equitation

3. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy OH

Amateur Select Hunter Under Saddle

11. Al Be Seeing Ya | Margaret Garwood | Margaret Garwood Canfield OH 15. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy OH

open

Canfield OH 14. Shot Of Potential | Anna Marie Cooper | Anna Marie Cooper Quincy OH

Amateur Select Pole Bending

7. Heza Trixie Guy | Kristine Nagy | Kristine Nagy - Doylestown OH

Amateur Select Showmanship

15. Check This Machine | Kimberly Best | Kimberly Best - Salem OH

NSBA Amateur Select Showmanship

11. Check This Machine | Kimberly Best | Kimberly Best - Salem OH

Amateur Select Western Riding

6. Maxelrod | Patsy Geier | Patsy Geier - Liberty Twp OH

Grand Champion Stallions

2 Yr Old Stallions

Weanling Stallions

3 Yr Old Stallions

1. Best Kept Secrete | Ross Roark | Robert Eurez - Pataskala OH 3. Whoisit | Dewey Smith | Tammi Smith - Bellefontaine OH

Weanling Stallions - Limited Division

Yearling Stallions - Limited Division

Weanling Mares - Limited Division

4. Acoolest Chloie | Dave Williamson | Pamela Bucklew-Wilder -

open Weanling Fillies Elite Halter Futurity - Open

3. Acoolest Chloie | Dave Williamson | Pamela Bucklew-Wilder Springfield OH 7. IEM So Beautiful | Melanie Griffey | Melanie Griffey - Pataskala OH

Yearling Mares

7. Onlythebestchocolate | Judd Paul | Chelsea Martz - Blacklick OH 10. Formal I Will Be | Brent Maxwell | Ryan Flowers Williston FL

Performance Mares - Limited Division

Yearling Mares - Limited Division

2 Yr Old Mares

2. Illicit Intention | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 5. Jimmie Choo | Matthew Woodson | Matthew Guthrie - Marysville OH

4. Ima Custom Babe | Justin Bisel | Karen Johnson - Skanee MI 9. Sweet Child Of Myne | Matthew Woodson | Terry &/Or Laurie Stewart - Berlin Center OH

Weanling Geldings

2 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division

3 Yr Old Mares - Limited Division

Yearling Geldings Elite Halter Futurity - Open

2. Amazing Secretz | Justin Bisel | Karen Johnson - Skanee MI

2. Be A Diva | Steve Ferguson | Amy Jo Erhardt - Oxford OH 5. Sheza Starlet Hit | Justin Bisel | Jacqueline Salmans - Coshocton OH

2. BPF Top Secret Man | Dewey Smith | Holly Saigo - London OH

Aged Mares

3 Yr Old Geldings

2 Yr Old Geldings

6. PF Supreme City | Dave Williamson | Pamela Bucklew-Wilder Springfield OH 11. Levites | Natalie Vargo | Sandy Vargo - Plain City OH

Performance Geldings

Senior Hunter Under Saddle

NSBA Senior Hunter Hack

SBB 2 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA

3. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH 6. Maybe The One | Nicole Giumenti | Michele McLaughlin Sunbury OH

Level 1 Hunter Under Saddle

3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity NSBA

NSBA Level 1 Hunter Under Saddle

3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity - Limited NSBA

7. Mito Been Me | Dawn Baker | Fritz Leeman - Massillon OH 12. BL Just Expect Blue | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel | Kyndall-Lynn Bisel -

4. Al American Girl | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH

open SBB 3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity Limited NSBA

NRHA Intermediate Open Reining

12. Drop Your Guns | Rusty Dare | Michell Kimball - Encinitas CA

1. Al American Girl | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH

NRHA Primetime Open Reining

Congress Masters 2 Yr Old Hunter Under Saddle NSBA

NRHA Novice Horse Level 2 - Open

12. Drop Your Guns | Rusty Dare | Michell Kimball - Encinitas CA

Junior Pole Bending

15. RWS ColorMeIntrigued | Hannah Mauter | Hannah Mauter Kirtland OH

Senior Pole Bending

7. Lightning Starsnbars | Charles Peoples | Kristine Nagy Doylestown OH

Congress Pole Bending Sweepstakes

9. Lightning Starsnbars | Charles Peoples | Kristine Nagy Doylestown OH

Junior Ranch Riding

5. Whizzin Banjo | Clark Bradley | Clark Bradley - Findlay OH 10. Invitemetoosleepover | Jessica Braswell | James Bohannon Vandalia OH

NSBA Junior Ranch Riding

3. Whizzin Banjo | Clark Bradley | Clark Bradley - Findlay OH 6. Invitemetoosleepover | Jessica Braswell | James Bohannon Vandalia OH

Senior Ranch Riding

NRHA Novice Horse Level 1 - Open

6. Lil Rene Gun | Sam Schaffhauser | James Fanello - Lucas OH

NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity

2. Missin My Tinsel | Shawn Flarida | Garry Ray Smith - Springfield OH

NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity

12. Benjamin Sprite | Luke Gagnon | Bahn Quarter Horses LLC Wildwood MO

NRHA Open Reining Level 2 Futurity

10. Benjamin Sprite | Luke Gagnon | Bahn Quarter Horses LLC Wildwood MO 11. Xtra Pretty Cocktail | Dan Huss | Fred Christen - Whitehouse OH

NRHA Open Reining Primetime Futurity

4. Xtra Pretty Cocktail | Dan Huss | Fred Christen - Whitehouse OH 9. Dirty In Tinseltown | Margaret Fuchs | Saddle Creek Farm Inc Canfield OH

Junior Pleasure Driving

1. Levites | Brian Holmes | Sandy 9. Crank Up The Band | Brent Maxwell | Abby Gettinger - Milton IN Vargo - Plain City OH

NSBA Senior Ranch Riding

Senior Pleasure Driving

Massillon OH 13. Batt In The Night | Melvin Yoder | Stephanie Craddock Pickerington OH

8. Keeping Vitals Good | Randy Wilson | Ron Shelly - Georgetown TX

NSBA Level 1 Western Pleasure

4. ATM | Jessica Johnson | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH 8. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH

2. She Had Me At Hello | Kenny Lakins | Michael Vargo - Plain City OH 8. Cowboyputaspellonme | Angie Cannizzaro | Fritz Leeman Massillon OH

Senior Western Pleasure

10. Cool Lookin Moonie | Bradley Pitts | Bussing Performance Horses LLC - Evansville IN

NSBA Senior Western Pleasure

10. Cool Lookin Moonie | Bradley Pitts | Bussing Performance Horses LLC - Evansville IN

2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA

1. Mr Zippos Good Bar | Drew Debuhr | John Narmont - Auburn IL

2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA

Senior Working Hunter

NSBA Senior Working Hunter

6. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH

Congress Open Hunter Classic NSBA

12. Dancin N The Dirt | Chuck Briggs | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH

Senior Trail

3. Some Hot Potential | Jennifer Paul | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH 9. Always Lopin Sober | Brent Maxwell | Katie Grossnickle - Maple City MI

NSBA Senior Trail

3. Some Hot Potential | Jennifer Paul | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH 9. Always Lopin Sober | Brent Maxwell | Katie Grossnickle - Maple City MI

1. Mr Zippos Good Bar | Drew Debuhr | John Narmont - Auburn IL

Senior Level 1 Trail

2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

8. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 14. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4. Makin Me Willy Wild | Kenny Lakins | Debra Trubee - N Lawrence OH 12. Hot Krymsun Machine | Randy Wilson | Donald & Robin Wildermuth - Mount Perry OH

SBB 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA 3. Makin Me Willy Wild | Kenny Lakins | Debra Trubee - N Lawrence OH

13. Maxelrod | Cheryl Hawkins | Patsy Geier - Liberty Twp OH

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

7. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 11. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

6. I Am Batt Man | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH 8. Cruize | Jennifer Paul | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA

Senior Trail

open

Senior Level 1 Trail

13. Maxelrod | Cheryl Hawkins | Patsy Geier - Liberty Twp OH

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

8. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 14. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

3 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

7. Moonlight Potential | Melvin Yoder | Todd Salome - Utica OH 11. Lazyboy | Jennifer Paul | Jolene Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes NSBA

6. I Am Batt Man | Jennifer Paul | Tera Gore - Croton OH 8. Cruize | Jennifer Paul | Sam Mierzejewski - Grove City OH

4 & 5 Yr Old Open Trail Stakes - Limited NSBA

heroes on horses Heroes On Horses Walk Trot Western Independent

1. Rock On Mr Cool | Helenn Voss | Natalie Hilty - Huber Heights OH

equestrians with disabilities EWD Walk/Trot Hunter Under Saddle - Independent

EWD Walk/Trot Hunt Seat Equitation - Independent

2. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH 14. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH

NSBA EWD Walk/Trot Hunter Under Saddle - Independent

2. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH NSBA EWD Walk/Trot Hunt Seat Equitation - Independent 8. Oops I Am Good | Braelyn Troup | Tori Kendle - New Albany OH

small fry Small Fry Western Horsemanship

Small Fry Hunt Seat Equitation

NSBA Small Fry Hunter Under Saddle

Small Fry Showmanship

NSBA Small Fry Showmanship

Small Fry Western Pleasure

5. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH

NSBA Small Fry Western Pleasure

5. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH

Small Fry Trail

NSBA Small Fry Trail

3. Hes Suddenly Handsom | Emma Gore | Emma Gore - Croton OH 12. Consider Him Sheik | Adeline Gabor | Valerie Gabor - Madison OH

1. Genuine Sheik | Allyssa Paul | Allyssa Paul - New Albany OH

level 1 youth Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 13 & Under

NSBA Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 13 & Under

7. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH 10. Three Bars Edition | Courtney Hilty | Courtney Hilty - Huber Heights OH

Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 14-18

6. Venture Assets | Brianna Merklin | Brianna Merklin - Lewis Center OH 13. Lonesome At The Bar | Kyleigh Buhl | Kyleigh Buhl - Ashland OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Horsemanship 14-18

6. Venture Assets | Brianna Merklin | Brianna Merklin - Lewis Center OH

Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 13 & Under

4. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH

Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18

NSBA Level 1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18

8. Im Too Sleepy | Madison Burlett | Susan Burlett - Chelsea MI

Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 13 & Under

NSBA Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 13 & Under 2. Just Foxy Me | Ashley Henry | Ashley Henry - Galena OH

Level 1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 14-18

level 1 youth 7. SweetTalkinArtifacts | Alexa Thorpe | Alexa Thorpe - West Jefferson OH 8. Hott Dam | Maria Mancino | Shannon And/Or David Mancino Middletown OH

Level 1 Youth Ranch Riding

NSBA Level 1 Youth Ranch Riding

NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 13 & Under

2. Touched Softly | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 14-18

8. Prinzziples N Cash | Karley Goff | Karley Goff - Zanesville OH 12. So Darn Lazy | Claire Vaughan | Claire Vaughan - Wooster OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 14-18

7. Prinzziples N Cash | Karley Goff | Karley Goff - Zanesville OH

Level 1 Youth Western Riding 14-18

4. Willy Good Investmnt | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH

5. Super Yellow Doc | Emily Ambrose | Emily Ambrose - Chardon OH 7. Pines Gun Start | Seth Rogers | Seth Rogers - Whitehouse OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Riding 14-18

Level 1 Youth Reining

NSBA Level 1 Youth Working Hunter

Level 1 Youth Showmanship 13 & Under

14. Three Bars Edition | Courtney Hilty | Courtney Hilty - Huber Heights OH

2. Willy Good Investmnt | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 3. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Level 1 Youth Trail 13 & Under

6. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 7. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

NSBA Level 1 Youth Trail 13 & Under

11. Three Bars Edition | Courtney Hilty | Courtney Hilty - Huber Heights OH

4. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 5. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

Level 1 Youth Showmanship 14 -18

Level 1 Youth Trail 14-18

NSBA Level 1 Youth Showmanship 13 & Under

4. Good Miss Cadillac | Alexis Winemiller | Alexis Winemiller Blanchester OH 9. Lonesome At The Bar | Kyleigh Buhl | Kyleigh Buhl - Ashland OH

Level 1 Youth Working Hunter

4. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 13 & Under

NSBA Level 1 Youth Trail 14-18

7. Onlya Glowing Diesel | Charlotte Chubb | Charlotte Chubb -

Youth 2 Yr Old Mares

1. Sweep Me Away | Margaret Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH 2. Shez Cool N Elusive | Bradyn Burke | Tiffany Burke -Mount Vernon OH

Youth 3 Yr Old Mares

3. Sheza Starlet Hit | Tara Salmans | Jacqueline Salmans - Coshocton OH

Youth Performance Mares

6. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 7. Good Miss Cadillac | Alexis Winemiller | Alexis Winemiller Blanchester OH

15. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

NSBA Youth Equitation Of Fences 14-18

8. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Youth Horsemanship 11 & Under

12. You Stop My Heart | Mia Wunderlich | Mia Wunderlich - Powell OH

Youth Horsemanship 12-14

7. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH

NSBA Youth Horsemanship 12-14

6. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH

Youth Horsemanship 15-18

2. California Kool | Margaret Carter | Margaret Carter - Berkey OH 4. Amazing Vaquero | Millie Landon | Tara Landon - Bourbon IN

4. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 10. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH

Youth 3 Yr Old Geldings

NSBA Youth Horsemanship 15-18

Youth Yearling Geldings

2. Initially A Cool Kid | Colton Smith | Dewey Smith - Bellefontaine OH 5. BMQ Im Just A Tool | Lucy Eier | Lucy Eier - New Carlisle OH

Youth Aged Geldings

Youth Performance Geldings

Youth Barrel 14-18

7. Jazzme Ta Fame | Colin Robinson | Donald Robinson - Caldwell OH

4. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 9. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH

NSBA Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 12-14

10. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH

Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 15-18

Youth Equitation Over Fences 13 & Under

Youth Hunter Hack 14-18

Youth Jumping

Youth Hunter Under Saddle 12-14

NSBA Youth Hunter Under Saddle 12-14

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

NSBA Youth Jumping

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

Youth Pole Bending 13 & Under

14. TOP JAC FRITZ | Lane Robinson | Donald Robinson - Caldwell OH

Youth Pole Bending 14-18

4. Jazzme Ta Fame | Colin Robinson | Donald Robinson - Caldwell OH

Youth Western Pleasure 15-18

NRHA Rookie Reining

10. A Bueno Chic | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

Youth Reining 13 & Under

4. Wrighteous Man | Sam Flarida | Shawn Flarida - Springfield OH 12. A Bueno Chic | Ava Coughlin | Ava Coughlin - London OH

NRHA Youth Reining 13 & Under

Youth Reining 14-18

NSBA Youth Western Pleasure 15-18

Youth Western Riding 14-18

12. Willy Good Investmnt | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell W Mansfield OH

NSBA Youth Western Riding 14-18

NRHA Youth Reining 14-18

Youth Working Hunter 13 & Under

Youth Showmanship 12-14

6. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

NSBA Youth Showmanship 12-14

6. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH 11. Romantic Lass | Liberty Pennington | Liberty Pennington New Concord OH

NSBA Youth Working Hunter 13 & Under

1. My Secret Past | Abigail Hardy | Abigail Hardy - Plain City OH

Youth Working Hunter 14-18

3. Dancin N The Dirt | Natalie Vargo | Natalie Vargo - Plain City OH 10. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

NSBA Youth Working Hunter 14-18

6. ATM | Olivia Derlis | Olivia Derlis - Thornville OH

Youth Trail 11 & Under

youth Youth Trail 12-14

3. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 5. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

NSBA Youth Trail 12-14

3. Blazing Hot N Gold | Alexia Tordoff | Wild Oats Farm LLC Powell OH 5. Nearly Chocolate | Isabella D’Onofrio | Isabella D’Onofrio Columbus OH

Youth Trail 15-18

1. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH

6. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

NSBA Youth Trail 15-18

1. Some Hot Potential | Emma Brown | Emma Brown - Zanesville OH 5. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

SAVE THE DATES All American Quarter Horse Congress October 2-28, 2018 OHIO EXPO CENTER | COLUMBUS, OHIO

Mansfield OH 4. Lonesome At The Bar | Kyleigh Buhl | Kyleigh Buhl - Ashland OH 10. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

NSBA NYATT Showmanship

2. Zips Bossy Chip | Ellexxah Maxwell | Ellexxah Maxwell - W Mansfield OH 8. Good N Certain | Cora Wyers | Cora Wyers - Berlin Heights OH

NYATT Horsemanship

NSBA NYATT Horsemanship

NYATT Western Pleasure

NSBA NYATT Western Pleasure

NYATT Reining

NSBA NYATT Hunter Under Saddle

NYATT Barrels

NYATT Hunt Seat Equitation

5. Too Lazy To Zip | Lauren Carnahan | Lauren Carnahan Chagrin Falls OH 9. Big Country Kruzer | Alexa Black | Alexa Black - Springfield OH

NSBA NYATT Hunt Seat Equitation

5. Too Lazy To Zip | Lauren Carnahan | Lauren Carnahan - Chagrin Falls OH 8. Big Country Kruzer | Alexa Black | Alexa Black - Springfield OH

Chemical Society Hach Scholarship Recipient | Champion Youth Weanling Mare Congress 2014 If you were OQHA Queen... I would represent the Ohio Quarter Horse Association from the standpoint of an active student. It was a balancing act this semester to show my homegrown mare at the Congress, continue to maintain my grades, leading the National Science Teacher’s Association Student Chapter that I founded at Ohio State, and being an executive member of the Ohio State Equestrian team. Keeping up with all of my activities has shown my ability to multitask and will be a good representation to other members that they don’t have to sacrifice involvement in the quarter horse industry because of other commitments. My goal as queen is to work with the administration to help continue to improve the quarter horse industry’s participation with the “green” environmental movement. Thoughts on the Congress Queen Contest... I vividly remember when I arrived at Congress hall for my first Congress as a young girl who had just started showing horses at open shows, I saw the queen’s booth and was instantly enthralled with the idea of running for the Congress Queen. I support the Congress Queen contest as a way to have an identified representative that will promote and support the quarter horse industry. What makes you unique/sets you apart from other contestants? I believe I have the highest level of determination, integrity, and professionalism.

College: The Ohio State University

Grace Tachikawa

like to congratulate Miss Sara Laughlin for being named All-American Quarter Horse Congress queen and doing a great job representing EOQHA. Sara won the written test portion of the contest as well as being 2nd in the interview, and 6th in the Horsemanship. Thanks Sara keep up the great work. Also, EOQHA would like to congratulate our NYATT team on being 13th out of 61 NYATT teams. This year’s team was made up by: Ashley Henry, Hannah Fox, Sydney Krebs, Tara Salamans, Megan Bailey, Lane Robinson, Dolan Robinson, and Jamie Turner. We would like to thank everyone who has supported EOQHA this year and look forward to seeing you at our banquet on Saturday January 6th,2018.

during youth weekend at this year’s Congress. Over 500 people enjoyed the all-you-can-eat pancakes made for the benefit of St. Jude Children’s hospital. This annual event has become a staple at the Congress and offered the best deal around where patrons warmed up and experienced some of the signature hospitality the Amateurs have become known for. Special thank you to Concessions by Cox and Skip Salome for loyally supporting the event year after year. Never short on offering help, the Amateurs also recently made a $2,000 donation to the American Association of Equine Practitioners to offer assistance to those horses affected by the devastation of Hurricane Harvey. OAQHA continued paying it forward by sponsoring the travel expenses for those veterans participating in the Heroes on Horses at this year’s Congress. The veterans hold a special place near and dear to the hearts of the Amateur membership. OAQHA also held a fundraiser at their annual Buckeye Classic horse show, generating some $30,000 for the support of our veterans. The Amateurs didn’t stop there, they made it possible for any veteran attending this year’s AQHA World Show to enjoy a special reception on Veteran’s Day. Each attendee was honored at that evening’s finals and treated to food, drinks and given access to the Ford VIP Club all courtesy of OAQHA. “We can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.” –Ronald Reagan

NOQHA Spring Extravaganza May 25-27, 2018 University of Findlay, Findlay, OH Judges: Sissy Anderson | Tony Burris | Bennie Sargent |

NOQHA Level 1 Show May 28, 2018 University of Findlay, Findlay, OH Judge: Amber Clark

NOQHA Fall Extravaganza

Reservations Open: February 3, 2018

Over 14,000 Entries!

2017: $30,000 Raised to Benefit Military Charities!

OAQHA President (2/18) Executive Committe

Frederick Borer

1st Vice President (2/18) Executive Committe

Scott Nemeth

2nd Vice President (2/18) Executive Committee

Melissa Street Payne Treasurer (2/18)

Sydney Alley Taucher Secretary(2/18)

Jamie Billings Richardson Executive Committee (2/20)

Skip Salome

Reporter (2/18)

Marla Sensibaugh Past President

Morgan Alley (2/18) Danny Blackstone (2/20) Executive Committee

Ann Taylor (2/20) Kathryne Zachrich (2/20)

2017 OAQHA BOARD OF Directors

Justin Billings

During the September Ohio Amateur Quarter Horse Association monthly Board of Directors meeting, nominations were made for the 2018 election slate. Nominations were announced by the nominating committee, and are as follows: President Fred Borer 1st Vice President Scott Nemeth 2nd Vice President Kathryne Zachrich Treasurer Spencer Taucher Secretary Sydney Alley Taucher Reporter Kristine Kash Copley

Directors Lisa Alley Mary Patterson Tom Harmon Allie Pitt Vickie Kern Laura Salome Andrea Martin Marla Sensibaugh Lori Patterson Melissa Street Payne Voting Procedure Election ballots will be mailed from the OQHA office in Columbus, Ohio in late December. Ballots should be marked for no less than four directors and no more than six directors to be counted. Each ballot must be submitted individually in the return envelope provided. Ballots must be received by the accounting firm by January 26th to be counted.

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I am an Account Executive for BCD Travel, we are a global company that manages corporate travel. My current role involves implementations of new products to my client, problem solving with data errors and continued education the travel consultants.

AQHA and mutt horses of America, is there an org. for that? When time permitted I thoroughly enjoyed volunteering with my favorite Thoroughbred and Standardbred rescue, New Vocations. This year I am an Ambassador for my company doing a mission trip to Haiti. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. Currently I am not a director or board member of OQHA. I was lucky enough though to help Todd Salome with one of the move in days during Congress 2017.

What do you feel should be OAQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? 1. Create a positive and respectful showing experiences within the state of OH. 2. Help drive membership with OAQHA and in return creates members for OQHA 3. Give to others and lend a helping hand when able.

Scott Nemeth

Candidate for 1st Vice President

Please describe what you do for a living. I am the Director of People Analytics for Nationwide in downtown Columbus.

or civic organizations. I currently provide strategy consulting to New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program. Prior to moving to Ohio, I served as a Director on the MQHA board for five years.

If you are a current OQHA officer or director, please What is your educational describe how you have contributed to OQHA during background? your most recent term. I earned my MBA from Michigan State University with a I have supported OQHA by helping to plan and run the concentration in Marketing. Buckeye Classic horse show. I also provide strategic planning consulting support to the OAQHA board. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. My family and I moved to Powell in 2009 and I have been What do you feel should be OAQHAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top three priorities involved with showing at OQHA shows and a Director in the next 2-3 years? for OAQHA. Our goal is to make the Buckeye Classic one of the best

What is your educational background? I am a graduate of the University of Findlay with degrees in Communications, Advertising, Marketing and Equestrian Studies. Please discuss your past and current involvement with OQHA. I have been a OQHA member for ten years – all of them as a OAQHA director. I served on many committees and horse shows over the years. Currently, I serve as chairperson for the memberships committee and by-laws committee. This summer I was chairperson for special events for the Buckeye horse shows assisting with the Rookie program, Rookie seminars with trainers, donkey races and exhibitor’s dinner. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic

As a member of AQHA, NSBA, and OQHA, I am involved in raising money for charities that support Veterans, children programs, 4-H groups and animal assistance/ rescues. I am a member of the Delaware Chamber of Commerce and an active member of Zion Lutheran Church, Columbus, Ohio and St. John Lutheran Church and day school in my hometown, Defiance, Ohio.

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living. I own and operate a construction supply business (Cutting Edge Supply Company, LLC). I am also the office manager for my husband’s law practice. Finally, my husband and I operate a small breeding operation at our horse farm in Delaware, Ohio.

Spencer Taucher Candidate for Treasurer

What is your educational background? I have a bachelor’s degree in agricultural business and applied economics and a minor in Entrepreneurship from The Ohio State University.

OAQHA No

I am a Marketing Specialist at Big Dee’s Tack & Vet Supply in Streetsboro, OH. I specialize in local advertising & marketing, events & sales, sponsorships and product & content management.

Kristine Kash Copley Candidate for Reporter

for the Northern Ohio Youth Quarter Horse Association. If you are a current OAQHA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OAQHA during your most recent term. In addition to being the record keeper for OAQHA’s monthly meetings, as Secretary I was able to be involved at our Little Buckeye & Buckeye Classic horse shows at the World Equestrian Center in Wilmington, OH. We also hosted our annual Pancake Breakfast during the All-American Quarter Horse Congress benefitting Toys for Tots and St. Jude’s Research Hospital.

I have worked with local 4-H groups, offering my arena and horses for educational activities. I work with March of Dimes to raise money to decrease premature birth.

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I am a neonatal nurse practitioner, which means I take care of sick and premature infants. Currently I am the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Coordinator for the West Side Region for Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital in Cleveland.

If you are not currently an OQHA officer or director, describe what you will contribute to What is your educational background? I have a Bachelors Degree in Nursing from Kent State OQHA if elected: University, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner Certificate I have not been a director for the past year. from Case Western/Metro Health Medical Center and a What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities Masters in Education from University of Phoenix. in the next 2-3 years? Please discuss your past and current involvement with To assess the needs of the Ohio amateur members and then work to provide programs/education/events to meet OQHA. I am a past president of OAQHA, and spent several years those needs. This includes all members, not just those who show Quarter Horse shows. Continue to offer a on OQHA board of directors. premier horse show that encourages new exhibitors.

Tom Harmon

Candidate for Director

Ohio.

OAQHA No

Andrea Martin

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. Recent college graduate looking for a full-time job. While doing this I work at my family agriculture business and run our horse farm.

Lori Patterson

Candidate for Director

What is your educational background? I attended Southeast High school, Kent State University, and The University of Findlay.

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for a living. I am a bus driver for Findlay City Schools. I have worked at the transportation office for seven years. I was an aide on the buses for two years and then started driving. I have now drove bus for five years. I also monitor during lunch at a primary school between bus routes.

every year I could attend at the Ohio State Fair. After I aged out of being a member I then became an advisor in Hancock county. I enjoy working with youth especially when it involves horses and being an advisor allowed me that opportunity. I have grown up showing Arabians and have been a member of OHAHA (Ohio Half Arabian Horse Association), USEF, International Arabian Horse Association, Inter County Horse Association, and PennOhio Horse Association.

Allie Pitt

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

OAQHA No

I am a Valuation Consultant with Wells Fargo N.A. I am responsible for reviewing the majority of Agricultural appraisals we contract in the Eastern half of the US.

a director, 1st VP and I am a former Past president. I was responsible for starting the Pancake breakfast we host every year at the Congress. Please state your involvement in any other equine organizations or other charities, community activities or civic organizations. I am also a member of NSBA and AQHA. What do you feel should be OAQHA’s top three priorities in the next 2-3 years? I feel we need to continue to offer a great Buckeye show. Another priority is to bring in new amateurs. Finally I would like to see our group continue charitable works.

Marla Sensibaugh Candidate for Director

Candidate for Director

Please describe what you do for a living. Own and manage a small manufacturing and fabrication company in central Ohio.

What is your educational background? International Business studies at University of Findlay. BBA from Mount Vernon Nazarene University.

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Melissa Street-Payne

Closed Futurity 3 & Older WP

1 $575.00 Exhibitor: Sandra Stockhorst

Open Non Pro Showmanship

1 $375.00 2 $300.00 3 $ 225.00 4 $150.00 5 $112.50 6 $ 87.50 7 $ ----- 8 $ -----

Open Futurity Yr. Longe Line

1 $320.00 2 $240.00 3 $160.00 4 $ 80.00

Exhibitor: Brett Caplinger Exhibitor: Heather Caplinger Exhibitor: Jim Wilson Exhibitor: Tiffany Wilson

The Caped Cursader

Owner: Sandra Stockhorst

Zips Bossy Chip Lonesome At The Bar Jackbars Invited Good N Certain Good Alibis Counts Iron Knight Nearly Chocolate Remember The Redhead

Owner: Ellexxah Maxwell Owner: Kyleigh Buhl Owner: Chloe DeMint Owner: Cora Wyers Owner: Mason Dorsey Owner: Grace Tachikawa Owner: Isabella D’Onofrio Owner: Mindy Lamontagne

This Toots Is Hot Shez Willy Wicked Kaycees Last Leager Im Truly RIghteous

Owner: Heather Caplinger Owner: Brett\Heather Caplinger Owner: Nikki Garrett Owner: Tiffany Wilson

Open Futurity Yr. Non Pro Longe Line

1 $360.00 2 $296.00 3 $144.00

Exhibitor: Brett Caplinger Exhibitor: Heather Caplinger Exhibitor: Jim Wilson

Open Futurity 2 & 3 Yr HUS

1 $390.00 2 $260.00

Exhibitor: Missy Thyfault Exhibitor: Julie O’Brien

This Toots Is Hot Shez Willy Wicked Kaycees Last Leager

Owner: Heather Caplinger Owner: Brett\Heather Caplinger Owner: Nikki Garrett

Dont Tail Anyone Willshebehumblenkind

Owner: Hannah Searle Owner: Pat Seanor

Open Futurity 2 & 3 Yr HUS

1 $618.75 2 $508.75

Exhibitor: Paige Quarterman Exhibitor: Rhonda Pickersgill

When In Chrome Willy Wants To Win

Owner: Paige Quarterman Owner: Rhonda Pickersgill

3 $247.50

Exhibitor: Julie Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien

Memory Layne

Owner: Robyn Allan

When In Chrome Willy Wants To Win

Owner: Paige Quarterman Owner: Rhonda Pickersgill

Open Futurity NP 3 Yr. HUS

1 $390.00 2 $260.00

Exhibitor: Paige Quarterman Exhibitor: Rhonda Pickersgill

Open Futurity 3 Yr. Western Pleasure

1 $568.75 2 $422.50 3 $308.75 4 $211.25 5 $113.75

Exhibitor: Chad Piper Exhibitor: Chris Arnold Exhibitor: Dennis Taylor Exhibitor: Jeanine Perez Exhibitor: Adrian Lopez

You Got To Be Kiddin The Caped Cursader Pretty Hot Chips Taksforevwhenurlazy Mega Lazy

Open Futurity NP 3 Yr. Western Pleasure

1 $306.25 2 $227.50 3 $166.25 4 $113.75 5 $ 61.25

Exhibitor: Nicole Irwin Exhibitor: Sandra Stockhorst Exhibitor: Jody White Exhibitor: Jennifer Withers Exhibitor: Susan Taylor

Taksforevwhenurlazy The Caped Crusader Waiting Ona Cowboy Mega Lazy Pretty Hot CHips

Owner: Piper Performance Horses Owner: Sandra Stockhorst Owner: Dennis Taylor Owner: Nicole Irwin Owner: Jennifer Withers

Owner: Nicole Irwin Owner: Sandra Stockhorst Owner: Jody White Owner: Jennifer Withers Owner: Dennis Taylor

OAQHA President

Emma Brown Vice President

Brooke Bradley Secretary

Lauren Carnahan Treasurer

Alexia Tordoff Reporter

2017 OQHYA BOARD OF Directors

Olivia Tordoff

Abby Querry Alexia Tordoff

Reporter Reily Jacobs-Bell Natalie Hilty Emily Ambrose Jessica Batton Lauren Carnahan Seth Craft Ava Coughlin Mason Dorsey

Directors Halie Harner Claire Hickman Courtney Hilty Dylan Jordan Millie Landon Cassandra Priest

Reagan Priest Isabella Tesmer Kylee Wiseman Mia Wunderlich Cora Wyers

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I am the current OQHYA President and have led all the 2016-2017 Youth Meetings. I have presided over various committees. I have also participated in all OQHYA fundraising activities for last 4 years. I have attended the Youth Excellence Seminar the last 4 years representing OQHYA at the national level. In 2017, I was elected as an AQHYA National Officer and have been very involved in my current position. I have also led the creation of the virtual scrapbook for OQHYA for the Youth World competition for the last 4 years and in 2017 we placed first! Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I show in the AQHA circuit and I currently compete in the Horsemanship, Equitation, and Hunter Under Saddle. At the 2017 AQHA Youth World, I was the World Champion in both the Western Horsemanship with my horse Sterling Version and the Hunter Under Saddle with Too Blazin’ Cool (Willy). Sterling was retired after the World Show and I look forward to showing my new horse, Lookin’ Lazy (Mariah) in 2018. Over the last 5 years, I have had the privilege of winning 13 Congress Championship titles and over 15 NSBA Champion titles in Western Horsemanship, Hunter Under Saddle and the Equitation.

I am an active member of the Junior National Honor Society and I also am a member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and I enjoy volunteering through outlets such as church, school, and OQHYA. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. I have been an active member of OQHYA for over 5 years. I have also had the privilege of serving as the OQHYA Vice President, Secretary and Director. I have contributed to OQHYA through volunteering at various shows, selling raffle tickets, representing OQHA youth at our national leadership seminar, YES, and being a hard working, dependable member of OQHYA. Also, my father, Greg is a current Congress Tri-Chairman, my mother, Shari, is the Treasurer of the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation Board and my sister, Alexia, is the current Reporter of OQHYA. Our entire family is committed to OQHA and helping to build a strong future for OQHA and OQHYA. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. OQHYA officers need to partner with the OQHA board members to educate each other about our goals and mission to ensure we are working in unison.

and Christmas on the hill both are Christmas charities. I also volunteer at Starlight, a local school for handicapped children. I assist with the care of my handicapped cousin as well as my grandmother who suffers from Alzheimer’s. I serve as the alter person at both St. Thomas and St. Nichols church as well as reading at weekly mass for.

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2015 and 2106 I held the OQHYA treasurer office and 2013 and 2014 I served as a director. I am currently the social committee chair for OQHYA. I have also represented OQHYA at the AQHYA world show, YES seminar and I am part of the OQHYA NYATT. Explain your current involvement with horses: I began showing horses at the age of 7. My horse, Some Hot Potential aka Brett is an amazing 10 year old gelding. We show trail, halter, western pleasure, horsemanship and showmanship. In 2016 we became NSBA world champions in trail and level 1 horsemanship and was a reserve Congress champion in level 1 horsemanship. We have had multiple Congress top tens and top 10 at the AQHYA world show. I am currently leading the AQHA point standings in trail, halter and 2nd in the allaround. For the 2017 OQHYA I ended 1st in trail and western pleasure and 4th in horsemanship and halter. My equestrian accomplishments has earned me a scholarship to Auburn University.

Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: Past president of EOQHYA 2010-2015 Member of: NSBA, EOQHYA, NOQHYA, and SOQHYA

What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? Recruiting new youth members Cost of showing Youth friendly shows

Caleb Sturgeon

Candidate for Vice President

OQHYA No

I am currently an OQHYA director. I’ve attended many meetings and served on several committees.

Ellexxah Maxwell Candidate for Secretary

theater program and volleyball. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. During my time as an OQHYA director, I’ve served on several committees and attended numerous meetings. I’ve also contributed my opinions to help us reach decisions on different issues. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? 1. I feel that encouraging new members to join our organization is very important because continued growth is essential to a strong association. 2. Also, continued fundraising is needed to help assist other organizations and our own members. 3. Lastly, I think we should have fun activities to help keep our members engaged and having fun.

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I currently show in the all around classes, split between my horses Quita Machine (Justin) and Oops I Am Good (Hudson). In my time showing with AQHA, I have received several circuit and all around awards, plus multiple top 10 placings at the Congress. This year I was also top 10 for the Level 2 Equitation at the Youth World Show. Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am also involved in IEA, and I compete in the Varsity Open Horsemanship and Reining. I was a 4H member for seven years and spent time serving as both the secretary and the treasurer for my club. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: Over the last four years, I have been very involved with Dreams On Horseback, a nonprofit organization that gives therapeutic

my heart because I have had Type 1 Diabetes since I was three years old.

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and I am currently a Director. I also chair the media committee, and serve on the stall direction and t-shirt committees for the Youth World Show. This is the third year I have been involved, and I have attended all of the monthly OQHYA meetings.

Marina Marotto Candidate for Treasurer

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? I was a director last year and I was part of Stall Decorations committee and I was the co-leader for the Community service committee with Ashton Krutulis.

OQHYA No

Alexia Tordoff

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in

Natalie Hilty

Candidate for Reporter

Explain your current involvement with horses: (Do you show? What classes do you show in? What’s your horses name? List any accomplishments you have in the show ring.) I currently show my horse, Rock On Mr Cool, in the all around events (Hunter under saddle, equitation, showmanship, horsemanship, and halter). Rocky and I ended up reserve champions for the high point all around in Ohio this past year and are leading the nation in both the novice hunter under saddle and equitation.

freshman class president.

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This year I served as an OQHYA director and attended the majority of meetings

OQHYA No

In 2017, I was a part of the Media Committee, the World Show Stall Decorating Committee, and World Show T-Shirt Committee. In addition, I have attended all but 2 meetings since the start of my involvement in OQHYA in September 2016.

struggles. My favorite hobbies are drawing horses and photography.

Candidate for Director

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Jessica Batton

If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. During my most recent term as OQHYA treasurer, I have contributed in many ways. This year, we had many new members the joined our organization and I did my best to make them feel welcome and wanted at the meetings and when I saw them at shows. This year we had many conference calls to get ideas together, I attended the calls and gave some of my ideas as well as listening to what others had to say.

What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? Our first top priority should be to increase membership. We always need more new members because they have great ideas that can help us make OQHYA a better association all around. The second priority should be to do even more community service. OQHYA does a lot of community service but I feel like we can make even more of an impact helping. We could do more of a variety of service or focus solely on a few and give a lot to them. Our third priority should be to make new youth want to be more involved in OQHYA in leadership roles. New members have the ability to give us new ideas and if they take leadership roles then they can make those changes happen easier.

OQHYA No

I have been involved with OQHYA for many years including holding a director position, and being the OQHYA treasurer in 2017. In 2017, I co-chaired the nominating committee and was a member of the media, NYATT, and youth world stall decorations committee. I have attended many of the meetings, only missing a few throughout my time as a director and officer of OQHYA.

Are you involved in any other horse-related organizations? If so, please list them and state your level of involvement: I am not involved with any other horse organizations besides AQHA and OQHA. I do take jumping lessons at a barn by my house once a week.

Ava Coughlin

Explain your current involvement with horses: Riding horses has been a part of my life for six years. AQHA, OQHA, SOQHA, NOQHA, and EOQHA are some of the associations my sister and I have shown in competitively the last three years. Some of my favorite classes include Horsemanship, Showmanship, Trail, Western Riding, Western Pleasure, Ranch Riding, Equitation, and Hunter Under Saddle. For my 2015-16 years I showed MNZ Irresistible MS (Sierra) until she suffered a stroke or seizure (unknown) and flipped over on her head at the Pink Show and went blind. After the accident my trainer found an amazing horse, ThreeBarsEdition (Oscar) to lease from an amateur lady that was taking some time off. We currently are shopping for a new horse. Some accomplishments I am very proud of for my two horses are a Bronze Champion Trophy at the L1 Championships in 2016, and 3 Top 15’s at the Congress in 2016 and 2017.

Millie Landon

Candidate for Director

are very glad we are able to do it. Please state your involvement in any extracurricular activities and any charities or community activities: One hobby that I take part in, a very important one at that, is working with Sierra at home. I hope to build her confidence at shows again and excel in showmanship and possibly more classes involving 4-H at the Clark County Fair.

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I have been a part of the Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association since 2015. Last year, I served as a director for 2017’s show year. OQHYA has treated my sister and I greatly and we are very thankful to be apart of this association.

OQHYA No

I have been a member of the OQHYA for 3 years, and I regularly attend Ohio meetings. I have no experience holding an officer or director position.

Mia Wunderlich Candidate for Director

How are you currently involved with OQHYA? In 2016, I was on the stall decorating committee. This year, I was part of the fundraising committee. I attend all of the youth meetings.

I do a lot of community service for St. Mary’s Catholic Church. I am active in my community’s 4-H program, where I have held several officer positions. I serve on the Junior Fair Board Committee representing the Equine Department. I am an active member in my FFA Chapter, I participated in the Creed Speaking Competition, Livestock Judging, and I currently hold the office of Sentinel. If you are a current OQHYA officer or director, please describe how you have contributed to OQHYA during your most recent term. If I were to be elected as one of 2018 OQYHA directors, I would contribute creative thinking, enthusiasm and open-mindedness. What do you feel should be OQHYA’s top three priorites in the next 2-3 years? I think some of OQHYA top three priorities should be, getting more involved with community’s so more people will join the OQHYA. I also think that a priority should be getting more youth members involved in helping to promote the OQHYA, and keeping it affordable for the youth to show.

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Cora Wyers

Candidate for Director

Dylan Jordan

OQHYA

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Mason Dorsey

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Cassandra Priest Candidate for Director

No Biography Provided

Halie Harner

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Reagan Priest

Candidate for Director No Biography Provided

Claire Hickman Candidate for Director

No Biography Provided

Kylee Wiseman Candidate for Director

No Biography Provided