04/06/15
ASHA TRAINERS’ EQUITATION CUP GOES NATIONAL
Because of the success of the inaugural ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup in 2014, ASHA is pleased to announce that for 2015 various ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup qualifiers will be held at shows across the country.
To qualify for the grand prize drawings (see details below), each trainer must compete in at least one ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup qualifier. To show in the qualifier, a trainer must be nominated with a fee of at least $100. Trainers may be nominated to show in more than one qualifier. Multiple participation is encouraged! The host horse shows serving as qualifiers for the 2015 ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup drawing include: UPHA Chapter 14, April 15-18, 2015 UPHA Cha
To qualify for the grand prize drawings (see details below), each trainer must compete in at least one ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup qualifier. To show in the qualifier, a trainer must be nominated with a fee of at least $100. Trainers may be nominated to show in more than one qualifier. Multiple participation is encouraged! The host horse shows serving as qualifiers for the 2015 ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup drawing include: UPHA Chapter 14, April 15-18, 2015 UPHA Cha
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04/06/15
BLUEGRASS SELECT SERIES TO DEBUT AT KENTUCKY SPRING PREMIER
The Bluegrass Select Series will debut during the Thursday, April 9, 2015 6 PM session of the Kentucky Spring Premier Horse Show, held in the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.
This program features a series of classes held at designated Kentucky shows. These classes are designed for those horses not showing at the World’s Championship Horse Show to have a place to show against the same level horses, riders and drivers. These classes will NOT count as qualifying classes for the World’s Championship Horse Show. There will be championship classes for this series to be held at the Kentucky Fall Classic with prizes and awards above the normal trophies and ribbons.
To be in the program an ex
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04/06/15
NEW STABLE-LEVEL AWARDS SET FOR UPHA RIBBONS OF SERVICE PARTICIPATION
The popular UPHA Ribbons Of Service program is stepping up its game to teach riders about the many opportunities for meaningful community service as generous donors have created new awards for the stables that support and encourage riders who participate. "We're challenging all stables to get involved this year," said UPHA Ribbons Of Service Chairwoman Helen Robertson. Prizes for the winning stable (trainer or instructor) with the most UPHA Ribbons Of Service participants include a $1,500 gift certificate to Churchwell's Jewelers and a $2,500 gift certificate to World Champion -- plus a separate $2,000 cash prize will be awarded to the stable that raises the most funds. "That's in addition to the more than $24,
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04/02/15
ROCK CREEK HORSE SHOW EXPANDS SCHEDULE FOR 2015
The 78th annual Rock Creek Horse Show will be held June 2 - 6 at the historic Rock Creek Riding Club in Louisville. Robert Gardiner from Ashland, MO will judge all classes. New classes this year include: USEF Adult Medal, Walk/Trot Pleasure-12 and under qualifier and championship and championships for the Country Pleasure-Novice Rider and Show Pleasure-Novice Rider classes.
In addition to the added classes, Rock Creek will participate in the newly formed Bluegrass Select Series, which is for beginner and mid-level horses and riders that do not compete at the World’s Championship Horse Show in Louisville. Bluegrass Select Series qualifying classes for Amateur/Junior Exhibitor Five-Gaited, Amateur
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04/02/15
ROBERTSON EQUINE SPRING SALE TACK SALE CANCELLED
The tack sale during the Robertson Equine Spring Sale has been cancelled, but there are still an outstanding group of horses going through the sale.
Be ready for a big tack sale at the Robertson Equine Fall Sale November 20 and 21, 2015.
If you have an interest in tack or buggies and carts call Mike Felty at 592-633-2007.
Form more information about the Spring Sale, visit www.robertsonequinesales.com.
04/02/15
AMERICAN SADDLEBREDS PRESENTED AT RECENT HARNESS HORSE FESTIVAL
The American Saddlebred was well represented at the recent Harness Horse Festival, sponsored by the American Dutch Harness Horse Association, held at the Kentucky Horse Park Alltech Arena on March 13-14, 2015. The American Saddlebred Registry and American Saddlebred Horse Association booth had several visitors that were anxious to hear about the Registry’s Sport Horse Programs and the Half Saddlebred Registry. Educational brochures about American Saddlebreds were available along with videos that were played non-stop at the booth.
The highlight for our American Saddlebreds was the breed demonstration on Friday that included the Combined Driving Champion, Varoom owned by the Briney Family’s Pratense Fa
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04/02/15
MORGAN WORLD LOSES JANET GRAHAM BACKUS MORGAN
Janet Graham Backus Morgan passed away on Friday, March 27, 2015, at her Morgan horse farm, in Colebrook, CT, with her loving husband Daniel by her side. She was the daughter of the late Dana C. and Louise Laidlaw Backus. Janet's main love and vocation was her Morgan horses. She raised Morgans for twenty years, doing all the breeding, birthing and initial training herself. She then began showing her Morgan horses for another twenty years, riding and driving them herself. She competed in major shows all around the country, winning many championship ribbons.
Janet was active in The League of Women Voters in her former home in Virginia and also in Connecticut. She was also a long time member of the Planning and Zoning Board in C
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03/26/15
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES ALBERTA L. COX
Alberta Lee Cox, 83, passed away at her home on March 23, 2015. Alberta was born August 7, 1931 the daughter of Joseph Leroy and Alberta W. (Smith) Cox. She graduated from Raytown High School in 1949. Alberta was a noted breeder, owner and exhibitor of American Saddlebred horses. She belonged to the Board of Directors and Treasurer of the J.L. Cox & Son, Inc. (Pipe-line stringing contractor specialist); Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority; Democratic State Club of Missouri and has been listed in "Who’s Who in Horsedom" since 1953.
Alberta also excelled playing and coaching basketball. Her playing experience spanned 20 years as a member of the National AAU Team. She participated in National AAU tournament
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03/23/15
ENROLL IN THE ASR SPORT HORSE INCENTIVE PROGRAM BY APRIL 1
Don’t miss out on your chance to earn prize money with your American Saddlebred or Half-Saddlebred through the ASR Sport Horse Incentive Program.
To be eligible, horses must be registered with the American Saddlebred Registry and Half-Saddlebreds must be registered with the Half-Saddlebred Registry of America. Owners must be a current competing member in good standing with the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA).
If enrolled by April 1, 2015, points earned for the entire competition year (December 1 – November 30) will be considered towards final scores in the program. If enrolled after April 1, 2015, points will count only for the period beginning five days before the enrollment form is s
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03/23/15
SADDLEBRED NIGHT AT SPINDLETOP HALL
Spindletop Hall and its historic connection with the Kentucky Saddlebred Horse will be celebrated with a “Saddlebred Night at Spindletop Hall” on Saturday, April 18, from 5:30-8 p.m. The evening will include a cocktail reception followed by “The Ultimate Saddlebred Trivia Competition.” Guests attending that evening will be asked to participate in a challenging trivia competition with questions pertaining to the Saddlebred horse as well as the rich historical relationship between the horse and the Spindletop Farm. A short documentary “The Saddlebred Legacy: Legends and Luminaries” will also be available for viewing and assistance with the competition.
“Spindletop Farm and its own
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03/23/15
KENTUCKY 4-H HORSE PROGRAM ANNOUNCES SADDLE SEAT ATTIRE RULE CHANGE
The Kentucky 4-H Horse Program is excited to announce that they have changed the attire requirements for the Saddle Seat division to allow Academy attire as well as the traditional Saddle Seat suit attire.
The Kentucky 4-H Horse Program hopes that this change will hone greater interest in that division by youth who may not own their horse, but are still very enthusiastic about showing their mount. The Saddle Seat division is the smallest one in the program, and they are trying to increase its size. Therefore, they are putting a call out for all the Saddle Seat trainers who have a lesson program in their barn, to encourage those youth to join the 4-H Horse Program in their counties and receive the great education that is available
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03/23/15
WIN AN ALL-EXPENSE PAID WEEK AT THE 2015 WCHS
The ASB Museum’s Annual Victory Pass Raffle is running now through April 9, 2015!
For only $10/ticket, you can purchase the opportunity to win the Grand Prize Package, including:
A week’s stay at the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Louisville August 20 – 30, 2015
$500 Food Voucher for the Crowne Plaza Restaurant
4 Lower Level Box Seats for every performance
A VIP Parking Pass for the week
Don’t delay – enter now and enter often! Give yourself a chance to win and help the ASB Museum at the same time. The prize package is worth over $3,600.00!
Only $10 per ticket – Need not be present to
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03/16/15
2015 AMHA DIRECTOR ELECTION RESULTS
The American Morgan Horse Association announced election results at the annual members meeting on Friday February 27, 2015. In the only contested race, Vicki Bennett was elected to Region 6 director over incumbent Jonalyn Gwinup. Mari Sanderson was re-elected for Region 7, Carol Fletcher was re-elected to Region 8, and C. A. "Tony" Lee was elected to fill the remaining term for Region 4. Jeff Gove of New Hampshire, was re-elected as a Director at Large.
At the annual reorganization meeting on Saturday, February 28, 2015, the Board elected the 2015 president and officers. Jeff Gove was re-elected AMHA President. Region 10 Director, Diana Swanson, announced her resignation due to personal reasons. Until a repl
At the annual reorganization meeting on Saturday, February 28, 2015, the Board elected the 2015 president and officers. Jeff Gove was re-elected AMHA President. Region 10 Director, Diana Swanson, announced her resignation due to personal reasons. Until a repl
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03/16/15
APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE FOR 2016 WORLD CUP SELECTION TRIALS
Applications are now being accepted to participate in the 2016 U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Team Selection Trials. The Trials will be held at William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri, December 4-5. A riders' meeting/draw will be held the evening of Friday, December 4, and the Selection Trials will take place on Saturday, December 5, with team member announcements that evening.
Online applications must be submitted through the "My USEF Account" for members by clicking on the heading for "Event Applications" and then "Saddle Seat World Cup Application." Selection information and other details may also be located at
Online applications must be submitted through the "My USEF Account" for members by clicking on the heading for "Event Applications" and then "Saddle Seat World Cup Application." Selection information and other details may also be located at
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03/16/15
ROBERTSON EQUINE SALES ANNOUNCES SPRING SALE UPDATES
“We listened to our clients, who said they’d rather not travel on Easter Day, so we condensed our sale days into only one day -- Tuesday, April 7,” said Robertson Equine Sales President Jimmy Robertson. “Even though we’ll have a long day of it, we’re pleased it’s a more convenient date for those attending UPHA meetings and the Kentucky Spring Premier Horse Show in Lexington, too.”
Robertson also announced a strong catalog of more than 150 entries from prominent breeding farms and training stables:
Joan Hamilton/Kalarama -- impeccably bred broodmares and two- and three-year-old prospects
Alliance Stud -- several nice prospects and br
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03/16/15
ISSRA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS TO BE HELD AT KENTUCKY HORSE PARK ALLTECH ARENA
The 2015 Intercollegiate Saddle Seat Riders Association (ISSRA) National Championship Horse Show will be held the evening of April 11th at the Kentucky Horse Park’s Alltech Arena in conjunction with the 25th annual Spring Premier Horse Show taking place April 9-11.
Founded in 2008, by college students and faculty mentors, the organization has grown to include teams from Eastern Kentucky University, Morehead State University, Northern Kentucky University, University of Illinois, University of Kentucky, and University of Louisville, with independent riders competing from various universities. The focus of ISSRA is to provide college students with an opportunity to continue riding saddle seat and to bring new riders the experi
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03/10/15
BLUEGRASS SELECT SERIES ANNOUNCED
In keeping with the ASHA’s initiative of creating a Select Series of classes around the country for beginning and intermediate level horses and riders/drivers, the Bluegrass Select Series will be held in Kentucky this year, starting with the Kentucky Spring Premier Horse Show.
This program features a series of classes held at designated Kentucky shows. These classes are designed for those horses not showing at the World’s Championship Horse Show to have a place to show against the same level horses, riders and drivers. These classes will NOT count as qualifying classes for the World’s Championship Horse Show. There will be championship classes for this series to be held at the Kentucky Fall Classic with pr
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03/10/15
EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM RIVER RIDGE CHARITY
The River Ridge Charity Horse Show hosted April 22-25 at the Ohio Exposition Center in Columbus, Ohio is thrilled to announce changes for 2015!
A three-judge panel has been selected for the first time, and the judges will be:
Rodney Hicks – Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Donna Pettry-Smith – New Lenox, Illinois
Kristen Cater – Dunbarton, New Hampshire
River Ridge offers a comprehensive class schedule for Saddlebreds,
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03/10/15
ANNUAL ASHAG AWARDS BANQUET SUCCESSFUL
Over the weekend of February 21 and 22, 2015, The American Saddlebred Horse Association of Georgia (ASHAG) gathered in Athens, Georgia, to “Celebrate Saddlebreds 2014.” ASHAG teamed with The University of Georgia (UGA) to offer its members several activities over the awards weekend. The theme of this weekend was “Celebrate Saddlebreds 2014” with a goal of giving the membership an enriching and engaging weekend experience. In all aspects, the weekend was a huge success!
Saturday afternoon was focused on the junior members. A group of over 80 ASHAG members and family gathered at UGA’s Animal and Dairy Science Livestock Arena to be addressed by Dr. Kari Turner. Dr. Turner is well known across the State
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03/10/15
SOUTHEASTERN HACKNEY CONTINUES INCENTIVE PROGRAM, HIGH POINT AWARDS
Southeastern Hackney Association will continue their incentive program this year with the following shows offering the incentive money:
ASAC in Clemson, South Carolina
New River Valley Horse Show in Dublin, Virginia
UPHA Horsemen’s Classic in Greensboro, North Carolina
Bluefield Horse Show in Bluefield, West Virginia
ETSA Midsummer Horse Show in Morristown, Tennessee
Southeastern Charity Horse Show in Conyers, Georgia
Please go to www.sehackney.com for all information and forms. They will no longer have in-hand futurity classes, but will have a Breeders’ Stake at the ETSA show for th
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03/05/15
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES RWC PREDICTION
Born August 16, 1990 at Happy Valley Farm, “Red” was the perfect combination of the delicacy and beauty of his mother, WC CH Buck Creek’s Precious Princess, and the gameness and intelligence of his sire, WGC CH Skywatch. He himself became a Reserve World’s Champion as just a 3-year-old in Fine Harness, before beginning his lifelong career as a five-gaited star the following year. under the tutelage of James Nichols at Cryst-a-Kell Farm in Paducah, Kentucky. In 1996, with James Nichols as new trainer, he was purchased by Mary White of Wichita for her granddaughter, Katie, to show in Junior Exhibitor Five-Gaited. He was immediately meaningful to the family as he shared the same birthday as the family patriarch,
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03/05/15
ASR 3 AND 4-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES GRACE PERIOD DEADLINE IS WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11
The grace period deadline for the ASR Three and Four-Year-Old Sweepstakes is Wednesday, March 11, 2015.
Payments for previously nominated horses, as well as new nominations for yearlings (foaled in 2014) to the Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes and three-year-olds (foaled in 2012) to the Four-Year-Old Sweepstakes must be postmarked and mailed to the ASR office, faxed to 859.259.1628 or e-mailed to p.edwards@asha.net on or before Wednesday, March 11. Nomination forms can be downloaded on the ASR Sweepstakes page by clicking here.
This year, a total of $40,000 will be offered from the Kentucky Bree
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03/05/15
GASPARILLA CHARITY HORSE SHOW CONNECTS WITH THE COMMUNITY
The Gasparilla Charity Horse Show, which begins next week on Tuesday, March 10 has worked hard, not only to make a great show for its exhibitors, but also for the surrounding Tampa, Florida community.
Last year, with Jennifer Lawrence Katko at the helm, the Tampa Charity Horse Show (the March show in Tampa alternates each year) was able to secure multiple local news spots to promote the horse show, as well as the many events it hosted to involve the local community. Each spot welcomed the community, as well as promoted the American Saddlebred to a wide, outside audience.
The horse show has already been interviewed by Tampa’s ABC Action News
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03/02/15
TIME TO RIDE CHALLENGE RETURNS IN 2015 WITH $100,000 CASH AND PRIZES
The Time to Ride Challenge returns in 2015 as a grassroots campaign to grow the horse industry by introducing new enthusiasts to horse activities. The Challenge, taking place May 30 to September 30, 2015, offers a unique opportunity for horse professionals to grow their business whilecompeting for $100,000 in cash and prizes. In 2014, its inaugural year, the Challenge provided more than 25,000 people with first-time horseexperiences through 702 beginner-friendly Time to Ride Hosts in 49 states.
Registration for the Challenge will begin March 1 at www.timetoridechallenge.com and is open to stables, clubs, veterinarians, feed stores,businesses, and orga
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03/02/15
WISCONSIN 3-YEAR-OLD INCENTIVE NOMINATION DEADLINE EXTENDED
The deadline for nominating 2014 foals to The Wisconsin Three Year Old Incentive Program has been extended to March 15. Foals become eligible with a one-time payment. There are no additional payments or deadlines. The Wisconsin Three Year Old Incentive Class is held at the Wisconsin Futurity Horse Festival in September. Eligible foals do not have to be nominated to the ASHB Futurity of Wisconsin.
Foals of 2012 and 2013 may still participate and show in The Three Year Old Incentive Class if nominated by March 15 deadline. One time only nomination fees increase as the foal ages. In order for a Three Year Old to show in 2015 payment must be made by March 15,
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03/02/15
GAYLE LAMPE RECEIVES HORSEPERSON OF THE YEAR AWARD
Gayle Lampe, professor emeritus of equestrian science at William Woods University, recently was awarded Horseperson of the Year by the Missouri Horse Shows Association.
Lampe received the award for her promotion of equestrian activities throughout the world, and particularly through educating young people at William Woods University. The presentation was made Jan. 24 at the Peachtree Convention Center in Columbia, Missouri.
A national and international leader in equestrian science, Lampe is an instructor, coach, trainer, judge and rider. She has trained several William Woods horses to world and national championships and has won many titles with her personal horses, as well.
For more than 40 ye
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03/02/15
OMHA TO HOST RECEPTION AT BUCKEYE MORGAN SALE
The Ohio Morgan Horse Association (OMHA) is excited to announce that they will be hosting a Reception following the Stallion Presentation at the upcoming Buckeye Morgan Sale. This auction has become one of the largest in the Morgan breed and is a great harbinger of spring.
OMHA invites all of our fellow Morgan lovers to join us for light refreshments and fellowship following the presentation; this event is free and open to everyone. Let’s shake off the winter doldrums and come together in our love of the Morgan horse as we look forward to warmer weather and a brighter future for the Morgan breed.
Be sure to stop by the OMHA display to learn more about the club and how to become a member
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03/02/15
OMHA TO HOST WESTERN DRESSAGE CLINIC
The Ohio Morgan Horse Association (OMHA) is pleased to offer a two-day Western Dressage clinic with Cliff Swanson. Mr. Swanson is a founding member of the Western Dressage Association of America (WDAA), leads the WDAA’s Train the Trainer program and has owned and operated Swan’s Training Stable for over 30 years. Additionally Mr. Swanson holds judging cards in a variety of breeds and disciplines including Morgan, Saddlebred and Quarter Horse, and he has garnered world championship titles in at least seven different divisions.
Western Dressage is a melding of training methods found in both Classical Dressage and Western Horsemanship. Its techniques and principles are valuable for equestrians in all facet
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03/02/15
DES MOINES SPRINGFEST ANNOUNCES JUDGE, NEW CLASSES
Des Moines Springfest is pleased to announce Mr. Brian Chappell, Perryville, Kentucky, as our 2015 show judge. Springfest is scheduled for April 23 - 26, 2015 and will be held in the beautiful Jacobson Arena at the Iowa State Fairgrounds, Des Moines, Iowa. Mr. Chappell will judge a full spectrum of Saddlebred, Hackney Pony, Open Pleasure and Equitation classes and qualifiers, as well as an Academy session, UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup classes and Saddle & Bridle qualifiers.
New this year is an Open Pleasure Driving class for the Hunior horse. We've also just added the new UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup Walk and Trot with Assistance class. It will follow the UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup Walk and Tro
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03/02/15
RUNWAY AND RESCUE FASHION SHOW UPDATE
The temperatures are warming in Kentucky and tickets sales for the March 14th Runway and Rescue Fashion Show are heating up! Front row seats are almost sold out – a few tables for four remain - second and third row seating is still available. You won’t want to miss this event, with many ASB trainers and exhibitors walking the runway in the latest fashions, courtesy of Rodes – For Him · For Her.
This unique event is being held at the Frazier History Museum, 829 West Main Street, Louisville, Kentucky, on Saturday March 14, 2015 from 6:00 – 9:30 pm. Rodes will generously donate 20% of the proceeds of all clothing sold that event to the American Saddlebred Museum and Saddlebred Rescue, Inc.
Cars
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02/26/15
“GOOD HANDS” FUTURE SECURED IN SADDLE SEAT INDUSTRY
The future of the “Good Hands” Equitation program has passed into saddle seat hands with Mid-America Horse Show Association assuming responsibility for the entire program from the National Horse Show, the hunter-jumper focused organization that has administered Good Hands from the early days of its Madison Square Garden show.
Established in 1939, Mid-America Horse Show Association is a 501(c)(7) non-profit organization – one of the largest charter clubs of the American Saddlebred Horse Association, with more than 350 members.
As the first leg of the Saddle Seat Triple Crown, the Good Hands Final has been held for the past six years at Mid-America’s Mane Event Show in October at the Illinois State F
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02/26/15
USEF NAMES COMPETITIONS SELECTED FOR ROADSTER PONY HEEL MEASUREMENTS
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Hackney Committee has selected the six competitions at which heel measurements will be required in Roadster Pony and Hackney Roadster Pony Championship classes as defined by USEF Hackney and Roadster Division rules. The mandatory heel measurements will be taken from the first and fourth-placed ponies in the following competitions in 2015:
Asheville Lions Charity, Fletcher, NC, May 13-16
Midwest Charity, Springfield, IL, June 16-20
Lexington Junior League, Lexington, KY, July 6-11
Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, KY, August 22-29
All American Horse Classic, Indianapolis, IN, September 8-12
UPHA/American Royal National Championship, Kansas City, MO, Novemb
Midwest Charity, Springfield, IL, June 16-20
Lexington Junior League, Lexington, KY, July 6-11
Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, KY, August 22-29
All American Horse Classic, Indianapolis, IN, September 8-12
UPHA/American Royal National Championship, Kansas City, MO, Novemb
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02/25/15
WIN AN ALL-EXPENSE PAID WEEK AT THE 2015 WCHS
The ASB Museum’s Annual Victory Pass Raffle is running now through April 9, 2015.
For only $10/ticket, you can purchase the opportunity to win the Grand Prize Package, including:
A week’s stay at the Crowne Plaza Hotel – Louisville, August 20-30, 2015
$500 Food Voucher for the Crowne Plaza Restaurant
4 Lower Level Box Seats for every performance at the World's Championship Horse Show
A VIP Parking Pass for the week
Don’t delay – enter now and enter often! Give yourself a chance to win and help the ASB Museum at the same time. The prize package is worth over $3,600.00.
Only $10 per ticket – Need not be present to win!
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02/25/15
ASB MUSEUM'S ART AUCTION TO FEATURE ONLINE BIDDING
For the first time ever, the American Saddlebred Museum’s Equine Art, Antique and Rare Book Auction will feature online bidding. Liveauctioneers.com, a site that has carved a niche in equine artwork, will host online bidding for the event. “This enhancement should help our consignors' items reach a worldwide audience of horse enthusiasts, as well as realize the maximum value,” said Tolley Graves, auction coordinator. “The site will host our auction catalog, post our auction dates and notify those buyers interested in equine art.”
The consignment deadline of March 25th is rapidly approaching. Paperwork must be submitted by that date to b
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02/25/15
UPHA EXCEPTIONAL CHALLENGE CUP OFFERS NEW CLASS
The UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup Committee is proud to announce that this year at the UPHA/American Royal a new Exceptional Final will have its debut year. This year, they are introducing the UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup Lead Assisted class. The specs to this class will be available on both the Exceptional Challenge Cup Facebook page, as well as on the UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup page on the UPHA website. They are also available by contacting the committee chair, Reneé Biggins, at 502-722-5068.
As the Exceptional Challenge Cup has grown and changed, the committee feels that this class will offer the abil
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02/13/15
PIN OAK TO CELEBRATE 70 YEARS
The Pin Oak Charity Horse Show is celebrating 70 years of history in 2015, with the American Saddlebred as the centerpiece of the show’s legacy. The show will be held March 18-22, offering $35,000 of prize money in many divisions. Steve Wheeler of Simpsonville, Kentucky, will judge the USEF-recognized event. This show is eligible for both Saddlebred Record and Saddlebred Select points.
It was out of a father’s love and a daughter’s passion for American Saddlebreds that the Pin Oak Charity Horse Show was born in 1945 at the Pin Oak stables of Jim S. Abercrombie to raise money to benefit the Houston community. Initial monies raised helped returning WWII veterans. But in 1947, the show made an initia
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02/13/15
THIRD ANNUAL MID ATLANTIC SADDLEBRED EVENT QUICKLY APPROACHING
The Third Annual Mid Atlantic Saddlebred Event will be hosted by High Caliber Stables in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Thursday, February 26, 2015, from 7pm-8:30pm. This event will showcase horses that are currently offered for sale to a large, captive audience. In addition, the Carolinas Futurity will conduct a live stallion auction for Callaway's Northern Kiss, Bluesville, Tango's Parting Kiss, Mountainview's Heir To Fortune, and WCC Marc Of Charm. Guests will be treated to complimentary hors d’ouerves, beer and wine. Exclusive, reserved seating will be available through sponsorship of the event, which is free and open to the public. The event is produced by EventMix, John and Erin Fann. For updated in
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02/13/15
ASB MUSEUM TO HOLD THIRD ANNUAL YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT ART CONTEST
The American Saddlebred Museum’s Young Adult Committee is once again hosting an Art Contest! The contest will be divided into two age divisions: Youth (18 & Under) and Young Adult (19-35). Depending on the number of entries received, the Youth division may be further divided by age. This year we also have a new division for Amateur Artists (36 & Over). This division will not be judged and no monetary prizes will be awarded, but allows for our talented amateurs to showcase their works in the exhibition. Once all entries are received, the Youth and Young Adult divisions may be categorized based on media type (photography and non-photography) if deemed necessary. All types of artwork are encouraged including artistic photograp
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02/13/15
GREAT HOTEL RATES AND NEW CLASSES AVAILABLE AT MID-AMERICA SPRING FLING
Mid-America Spring Fling is offering exhibitors 25 new classes and great hotel rates for its inaugural run April 2-4 at the brand new, state-of-the-art 200,000-sq.-ft. facilities at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The new Madison venue provides exhibitors excellent facilities with a 100’ x 200’ warm-up ring feeding into an even larger 100’ x 220’ show ring, plus 500 stalls with 10’ wide aisles – all under one roof, totally enclosed, in the New Holland Pavilion #2 at the Alliant Energy Center. Two short morning sessions starting at 10am have been added to accommodate the additional classes. Heather Boodey of Franklinton, North Carolina, will judge all classes. B
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02/13/15
WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP 2015 QUALIFYING REQUIREMENTS PLEASURE AND PARK
1. All horses must qualify to compete in the American Saddlebred Show Pleasure, American Saddlebred Country Pleasure, American Saddlebred Park, and American Saddlebred Park Pleasure Divisions of the 2015 Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show.
Horses will be entered in these Divisions only if they have been shown in a minimum of six (6) classes, in three (3) or more different competitions, (not including the 2014 World’s Championship Horse Show) in the same Divisions in which they wish to compete at the 2015 World’s Championship Horse Show, either under saddle or in harness, beginning July 1, 2014, through June 30, 2015. At the 2015 World’s Championship Horse Show, the same horse may not
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02/12/15
ROANOKE VALLEY HORSE SHOW ANNOUNCES JUDGE FOR 2015 SHOW
The Roanoke Valley Horse Show recently announced that the Saddlebred judge for 2015 will be Merrill Murray of Merlin Farms in Versailles, Kentucky. The horse show will take place from June 15-20 in the air-conditioned Salem Civic Center in Roanoke, Virginia.
For more information, contact show manager Steve Kildow at (756)620-5779, or srkfarm@indy.net. For a prize list, visit www.roanokevalleyhorseshow.com, email info@roanokevalleyhorseshow.com, or call the office at (540)389-7847.
02/11/15
AHHS LIMITED BREEDERS WEEKEND AND STALLION AUCTION TO BE HELD MARCH 6-7
Make your plans now to join the American Hackney Horse Society for the Limited Breeders Weekend and Stallion Auction. The 19th Annual AHHS Limited Breeders Sweepstakes Stallion Service Auction will be one of the feature events of the AHHS Grand Event to be held March 6-7, 2015 in Shelbyville, Kentucky. The weekend is nonstop activities for the Hackney enthusiast.
The Shelby County Fairgrounds (Floral Hall) in Shelbyville will be the site of Friday evening activities. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar will be available. The highlight of the evening will be a roundtable discussion with AHHS President Andy Freseth. Numerous games, activities and general
The Shelby County Fairgrounds (Floral Hall) in Shelbyville will be the site of Friday evening activities. Complimentary appetizers and a cash bar will be available. The highlight of the evening will be a roundtable discussion with AHHS President Andy Freseth. Numerous games, activities and general
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02/11/15
MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND THE SOUTHEASTERN HACKNEY ASSOCIATION BANQUET, FEBRUARY 20-21
The Southeastern Hackney Association's annual banquet will take place on Saturday, February 21. Dr. Alan R. Raun and his wife Dotty will be the special guests this year. Dr. Raun has been breeding and showing champion ponies for many years at Reedannland in Iowa.
The banquet and an auction will be held at Best Western Plus, 770 Huffman Road, Burlington, North Carolina 27215. The sleeping room rate is discounted to $79 per night + 9.75% tax. The cost for the annual meeting is $40 for adults, $20 for children 6-12 yrs. old, and free for 5 and under. These costs cover the banquet meal, conference room, meeting room and guest speaker expense. Please call (336) 584-0151 to get this rate and mention S
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02/04/15
BRIDLESPUR ADDS NEW CLASSES TO PROMOTE VERSATILITY
The Bridlespur MHSA Kickoff Horse Show, held April 9-11, will once again be a great way to start off the show season in Missouri. With a central location at the St. Louis National Equestrian Center, Bridlespur is just four hours from Chicago and Indianapolis and five hours from Des Moines. Dale Arnston will serve as the judge for the 2015 event, which features a full slate of Equitation National qualifiers and a great list of offerings for Saddlebreds and Morgans.
With Show Chair Jean Mutrux also serving as the president of VERSA, the American Saddlebred Versatility Association, special attention has been given to that aspect of competition. New for this year will be a USEF-recognized Western Dressage competition on Friday a
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02/04/15
JUDGES ANNOUNCED FOR 2015 WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP HORSE SHOW
The judges for the Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show have been selected.
They are: Michael Craghead, Euchee Matthews, Josh Greer, Nancy Troutman, and Jay Wood. They will be judging all divisions.
The Kentucky State Fair Board has added Saturday, August 22, 2015 to the World’s Championship Horse Show. The schedule will be held over eight days rather than seven, making the day sessions shorter and with no day session on Thursday.
The first Saturday night will consist of the Kentucky County Fair classes, the Kentucky Rider class, and the ASR Futurity of Kentucky for Weanling and Yearlings. The Sweepstakes will still be held Sunday
They are: Michael Craghead, Euchee Matthews, Josh Greer, Nancy Troutman, and Jay Wood. They will be judging all divisions.
The Kentucky State Fair Board has added Saturday, August 22, 2015 to the World’s Championship Horse Show. The schedule will be held over eight days rather than seven, making the day sessions shorter and with no day session on Thursday.
The first Saturday night will consist of the Kentucky County Fair classes, the Kentucky Rider class, and the ASR Futurity of Kentucky for Weanling and Yearlings. The Sweepstakes will still be held Sunday
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02/04/15
KENTUCKY STATE FAIR BOARD VOTES TO EXTEND WORLD'S CHAMPIONSHIP HORSE SHOW
The Kentucky State Fair Board today voted to extend the World’s Championship Horse Show, held during the Kentucky State Fair, by an extra day. The additional day will begin in 2015.
Held in Freedom Hall, the prestigious Saddlebred show will now begin on the first Saturday of the Fair for an eight-day run, rather than the first Sunday. The finals will continue to be held on the last Saturday night.
Fred Sarver, who represents the America Saddlebred Horse Association on the Kentucky State Fair Board praised the action of the fair board.
“My sincere appreciation to the KSFB board of directors in granting an additional date for the WCHS. This will insure the growth and potential to make a great
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02/04/15
SADDLEBRED RESCUE BENEFIT TO BE HELD FEBRUARY 11
Mark your calendars for a trunk show to benefit Saddlebred Rescue on February 11 from 6-8 p.m., hosted by renowned jewelry designer Alexis Bittar. Alexis has graciously offered to donate 10% of the proceeds from the sales that evening to Saddlebred Rescue, Inc. During the show, attendees can enjoy shopping, champagne and delicious appetizers in the Chicago, Illinois, store at 1710 N. Damen Avenue.
If you're looking to participate, but are unable to attend, there are other options available. Check out the fine selection of jewelry available online at www.alexisbittar.com, or contact the store at 773-486-5627 to order a special piece or pieces. Purchases must be made from the Damen Avenue location in order to be part
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01/30/15
WILLIAM WOODS TO HOST GAYLE LAMPE CLINIC
Gayle Lampe is conducting a Saddle Seat riding clinic at William Woods University on March 26-29, 2015. Riders are encouraged to stay for all four days. Participants will ride twice on one day and three times the other days. Barn visits to Saddle Horse training stables in the area and a variety of lectures will be included.
This clinic is mainly for adults; however, some highly motivated junior exhibitors could also be accepted. A maximum of nine riders will be accepted at one time. For further information, please contact Gayle Lampe at either glampe@williamwoods.edu or gayle.lampe@williamwoods.edu. She will send you back a detaile
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01/20/15
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES REDD CRABTREE
It is with a heavy heart that the Board of the American Saddlebred Horse Association announces the passing of a true legend, Redd Crabtree, 79. Crabtree brought an enormous amount of integrity and fairness to everything he did, including his service to the ASHA and the United Professional Horsemen’s Association (UPHA).
A 1993 inductee into the World’s Championship Horse Show Hall of Fame and a 1994 member of the Tom Moore UPHA Hall of Fame, as well as the 2010 ASHA Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Crabtree was honored just last March with induction into the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame, and he was the first show horse trainer to be recognized for the award.
Crabtree has either persona
A 1993 inductee into the World’s Championship Horse Show Hall of Fame and a 1994 member of the Tom Moore UPHA Hall of Fame, as well as the 2010 ASHA Lifetime Achievement Award winner, Crabtree was honored just last March with induction into the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame, and he was the first show horse trainer to be recognized for the award.
Crabtree has either persona
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01/20/15
MSHA STALLION SERVICE AUCTION FAST APPROACHING
The 21st annual Minnesota Saddlebred Horse Association Limited Breeders Stallion Service auction will be held Saturday, February 7th 2015 at the Town and Country Club in St. Paul MN.
The live stallion service auction begins at 3:30 PM with cocktail service and door prizes. Weanlings sired by the sold stallions will compete in 2016 at the Minnesota Futurity Horse Show in Winona, MN. MSHA is pleased to offer a wonderful selection of stallions and gives thanks to the stallion owners for their donations and continued support of the MSHA.
Phone bids and PayPal are accepted. For more information contact Alice Lear 651-437-2725 alice_lear@juno.com Go to msha.org for a com
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