12/30/19
AHHS ANNOUNCES 2019 AWARD WINNERS
The American Hackney Horse Society has announced its 2019 annual award winners. Winners will be recognized at the United Professional Horsemen's Association/AHHS Convention in Lexington, Kentucky, in January.
Cheryl Innis — Anna Lee Spires Judd National Amateur Exhibitor Award -- Awarded to a an exhibitor of Hackneys whose performances in the show ring set standards of competition, sportsmanship and appeal to the general viewing public.
Carl and Katherine Nichols — John H. & Maybelle L. Costello National Breeder Award -- Awarded to a breeder of Hackneys who has created an impact on the breed as a whole by adding valuable characteristics and improving the Hackney through its dev
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12/23/19
ASHA'S DEVIN SELL WINS 2019 USEF YOUTH SPORTSMAN'S AWARD
US Equestrian has announced Devin Sell (Georgetown, Kentucky) as the winner of the 2019 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award in recognition of her contributions and achievements this year. The USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award identifies outstanding youth members actively involved in their respective discipline or breed organizations and acknowledges their potential as future leaders in the equine industry. The American Saddlebred Horse Association nominated Sell, who is involved with ASHA and her local chapter of the National FFA Organization.
Sell’s achievements in the competition ring are amplified by her dedication to her horses, barn family, and the sport as a whole. She is active in the ASHA yo
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12/20/19
MIKE GOEBIG NOMINATED FOR 2019 USEF EQUESTRIAN OF HONOR
US Equestrian has announced that Morgan trainer Mike Goebig is a nominee for the 2019 Equestrian of Honor award. For the first time, an International Equestrian of the Year and a National Equestrian of the Year will be named for their achievements in 2019. Winners are determined based on the results of online voting, which is now open through Thursday, January 2, 2020, at midnight. There are ten 2019 Equestrians of Honor nominated.
The 2019 International and National Equestrians of the Year will be awarded on January 10, 2020, during the 2019 Pegasus Awards at the US Equestrian Annual Meeting in West Palm Beach, Florida. US Equestrian’s Pegasus Awards honor some of the great men and women of equestrian sport.
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12/20/19
US EQUESTRIAN TO RECOGNIZE ELLEN DI BELLA WITH 2019 LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
US Equestrian has announced the recipients of the Lifetime Achievement Award and the Junior Equestrian of the Year Award to be acknowledged at the 2020 US Equestrian Annual Meeting at the Hilton West Palm Beach in West Palm Beach, Florida. Ellen Di Bella of Parker, Colorado, is the winner of the 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award, and will be recognized at the Pegasus Awards on Friday, January 10, 2020, along with other prestigious award winners.
Di Bella, the Western Dressage Association of America’s founding president and now its director emeritus, has been key to the rise of Western dressage in the U.S. She has devoted her life to inspiring others, creating opportunities for equestrians and their horses, and working for eve
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12/19/19
AMHECT AWARDS 2020 MEMORIAL GRANTS
The American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust has awarded four recipients with 2020 memorial grants in memory of Harry Sebring and Elberta Honstein.
The selection committee received numerous applications and was, once again, presented with a daunting challenge.
This year, two grants were issued in memory of Harry Sebring. Harry Sebring was a renowned Morgan horse trainer who also served as president of the AMHA. His family created this grant in his memory since he always wanted to see young adults excel personally and professionally.
• Clea Cloutier (Derry, NH) will be participating in the Form is Function Clinic to advance her riding and training knowledge.
• Caleb Noble&
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12/19/19
MORGAN JUDGES TO BE HONORED AT ANNUAL CONVENTION
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced that the following USEF Morgan judges, who are celebrating milestone years as of the 2019 show season, will be honored at the association's annual convention.
25-Year Judges
John Bennett
Phil Fountain
John McDonald
Todd Trushel
30-Year Judge
Cindy Mugnier
40-Year Judges
Peggy Alderman
Gayle Lampe
The AMHA Annual Convention is joining forces with UPHA Annual Conference this year and will take place at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort, January 22-25. The hotel reservation deadline date is January 5, 2020. All registration and schedules can be found at https://www.uphaonline.com/national-conference/.
-- via AMHA
12/19/19
WISCONSIN FUTURITY CELEBRATES ITS 35TH STALLION AUCTION
The 35th Annual Wisconsin Limited Breeders Stallion Service Auction will be held Sunday, January 12, 2020, at the Thunder Bay Restaurant in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
This popular event begins at 11 a.m. with a buffet brunch followed by the annual meeting at 12:30 p.m. The Live Stallion Service Auction starts at 1 p.m. The nation's top producing stallions are in this auction. Visit www.wisconsinfuturity.com for continous updates of participating stallions.
In 2019, the first place colt won $14,190 with $3547.50 paid to the stallion donor. The Dr. Rick Luft Limited Breeders Weanling Stake of Wisconsin was the first American Saddlebred prize p
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12/19/19
ASHA ANNOUNCES ANNUAL MAJOR AWARD RECIPIENTS
The American Saddlebred Horse Association has announced its annual award recipients, based on ballots tabulated by the ASHA Board of Directors.
Nominees for each award are received from the general membership and committee volunteers and voted on by the full Board from the candidates selected. The awards will be presented at the UPHA Convention in Lexington, Kentucky.
The complete list of ASHA Major Awards recipients is as follows:
Lifetime Achievement – Jimmy and Helen Robertson, Simpsonville, KY
Breeders Hall of Fame – William Blacklaw, Gene and Annalize Van der Walt, Singing Hi
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12/16/19
US EQUESTRIAN ANNOUNCES 2020 U.S. SADDLE SEAT WORLD CUP TEAM
Thirty-two aspiring team riders from 17 states competed in the U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Team Selection Trials at William Woods University on Saturday, December 7. Twenty athletes competed in the three-gaited section and 12 riders competed in the five-gaited section. Each phase consisted of one rail ride and one pattern ride on an unfamiliar horse.
After impressive showings at the Selection Trials, 12 athletes were chosen to represent the United States at the 2020 Saddle Seat World Cup in Parys, South Africa, next July.
The following athletes have been selected to the 2020 U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Team (in alphabetical order):
Three-Gaited
Alayna Applegate (Ewing, Ky.)
El
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12/16/19
APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2020 MORGAN PROMOTION GRANT
The American Morgan Horse Association's 2020 Breed Promotion Grant offered to Morgan enthusiasts for their promotional efforts is now open and accepting submissions. The application deadline is Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
This grant is open to any AMHA club, organized Morgan group, Morgan barn, or AMHA-affiliated organization (individuals are ineligible). At least one member of the applying party must be a current AMHA member and all horses involved must be registered Morgans. AMHA will award up to $10,000 each year and will consider requests of all sizes. Applicants may request funding for any Morgan breed promotion purpose. In 2019, AMHA awarded grants to 14 recipients, promoting the breed to thousands across the United St
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12/12/19
AMHA ANNOUNCES 2019 AWARD WINNERS
The American Morgan Horse Association Awards Committee has announced the following individuals will be recognized at its Annual Convention, which will take place as part of the United Professional Horsemen's Association Annual Conference, January 22-25, in Lexington, Kentucky.
* Inducted into AMHA's Hall of Fame is Judy Nason of New Hampshire.
* The Breeders' Hall of Fame honors breeders who have produced Morgans that have had a significant impact on the breed. This year's honorees is Gerald and Peggy Hatfield's Fortune Morgans of Kansas.
* The Person of the Year Award honors the individual who has made exceptional contributions to the support and preservation of the Morgan
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12/12/19
UPHA ANNOUNCES 2019 AWARD WINNERS
The United States Professional Horsemen's Association (UPHA) has announced its 2019 award winners for the Morgan breed.
Harry M. Sebring Professional Horsemen's Award: Shanna Gish
Helen K. Crabtree Equitation Instructor Hall of Fame: Kristin & David Cater
Larry Bacon Lifetime Achievement Award: Larry Bolen
Alvin C. Ruxer Lifetime Commitment Award: The Fu Family
In addition, congratulations to the 2019 UPHA Horse/Pony of the Year Winners for the Morgan breed include:
Morgan Park Saddle: Carol Dawson CH
Morgan Park Harness: Hollywood Steve McQueen
Morgan Ladies Park Saddle: Get Smart GCH
Mo
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12/12/19
2020 AMHA ANNUAL CONVENTION UPDATE
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced it is joining forces with the United Professional Horsemen's Association's National Conference to bring its annual convention in 2020. This annual event will take place January 21-26, in Lexington, Kentucky, at the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa.
Book Hotel Rooms Now -- The UPHA discounted room rate of $119 for a single/double room expires on January 5, 2020, so please reserve rooms as soon as possible. This is one of the lowest room rates secured in recent years.
Conference Registration -- AMHA is pleased to pass along a significant savings on the Conference Registration, Gold and Silver Packages as well as Individual Selections. E
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12/11/19
HORSE WORLD LOSES CLAUDE SHIFLET
Claude Harrison Shiflet, 87, of Asheboro passed away on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2019, in Asheboro, North Carolina.
Claude was born in Churchville, Virginia, on July 24, 1932, to Dyche Emory and Edna Skelton Shiflet.
He was a lifetime horseman. Claude loved his work and felt blessed to be the successful owner and trainer of Shiflet Stables in Asheboro for more 40 years. Claude was inducted into eight Hall of Fames including The United Professional Horseman Association Hall of Fame and was awarded its Lifetime Achievement Award. He was a former Board member for Rules and Regulations for the American Horse Show Association. He was a United States Equestrian Federation certified judge, judging all major horse shows across the
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12/09/19
JINGLE BELL '19 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Jingle Bell in Del Mar, California, December 5-8, are online, and can be viewed here.
12/09/19
ASB MUSEUM LUNCHTIME LECTURE SERIES CONTINUES IN 2020
The American Saddlebred Museum and International Museum of the Horse have announced the continuation of the popular Lunchtime Lecture series. Join the Museums on the first Thursday of the month to learn about a wide variety of equine topics from an array of experts. The lecture location will alternate between institutions, both of which are located on the grounds of the Kentucky Horse Park. The lectures are free and open to the public.
The first four lectures of 2020 have been announced:
THURSDAY, JANUARY 9, 12:30 p.m. -- at International Museum of the Horse, Lenny Shulman, will speak about his book "Justify: 111 Days to Triple Crown Glory."
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 12:30 p.m. -- at American
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12/09/19
ASHA ANNOUNCES NEW DIRECTORS FOR 2020
The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) has announced the election of six new members to its Board of Directors, who will join the Board at the UPHA and ASHA Conference in January 2020.
“We are pleased to welcome such a dedicated group of American Saddlebred professionals and enthusiasts that are committed to this breed, and our community will help us continue our momentum in serving the mission of the ASHA,” says Marty Schaffel, ASHA interim Board president.
The following are the newly elected members for a term of three years. Ali DeGray was elected to the ASHA Board of Directors for a term of three years, starting in 2020
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12/04/19
2020 GRAND NATIONAL JUDGES ANNOUNCED
The Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show has announced verbal agreements with the following judges for 2020. Specialty judges are currently being contacted and will be announced as they confirm verbal agreement.
CLASSIC/PARK/PLEASURE
Tammie Conatser of Nicholasville, KY
Lisa Cunningham Waller of Heiskell, TN
Allison Deardorff of Molalla, OR
Rodney Hicks of Pittsfield, MA
HUNTER/WESTERN
Josh Merritt of Vernon, VT
Josh Noble of Rowley, MA
Sandy Sessink of Elyria, OH
Richard Wright of Fox Lake, IL
EQUITATION
Rob Byers of Simpsonvi
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12/04/19
APPLICATION FOR ASR FUTURITY ELIGIBILITY REGISTRATION DEADLINE SOON
In order to maintain American Saddlebred Registry Futurity eligibility, nominated 2019 foals must be registered or application for registration faxed, emailed or mailed and postmarked on or before December 31, 2019. Pending applications for registration (including DNA testing results) must be completed prior to March 31 of the yearling year.
For questions on ASR Prize Programs, please contact Patricia Edwards at 859.259.3899 or p.edwards@asha.net.
-- via American Saddlebred Horse Association
11/26/19
AMERICAN SADDLEBRED REGISTRY ANNOUNCES 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS ADDITIONS
The American Saddlebred Registry has nominated and approved three new board members to fill the seats of Susan Aschenbrenner, Scott Matton and Karen Richardson as their three-year term comes to conclusion. The new ASR board members are Bob Brison, Larry Hartsock and Anna Marie Knipp. These new directors will begin their terms in January 2020, and they will serve until January 2023.
ASR President Sandra Currier said, “I would like to thank Susan Aschenbrenner, Scott Matton and Karen Richardson for the insight and knowledge they brought to the board the past three years. We will miss them when they come off the Registry Board in January of 2020. I share my congratulations and welcome each of our new members to the Americ
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11/26/19
REMINDER: VOTE FOR 2020 ASHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The American Saddlebred Horse Association Board of Directors voting is open to all 2019 ASHA Life, Contributing, Senior, and Charter Club Affiliate members over the age of 18. Members may vote online for up to six candidates by logging in with their ASHA credentials. Complete biographies for each candidate are available for review. Online voting closes SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2019.
For those who prefer to vote by mail, printed ballots were mailed to eligible members who had previously requested to receive a paper ballot. Biographical information on all candidates is included in the mailing. Paper ballots must be received in the ASHA Office no later than&n
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11/26/19
ASB MUSEUM BARTZ IMPACT SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE DEC. 1
The American Saddlebred Museum reminds all potential applicants that the deadline for nominations for the Keith Bartz Impact Scholarship Award is December 1. The award is $1,500 and is given to an individual dedicated to raising awareness of the American Saddlebred and improving the community.
Keith Bartz was an individual who focused his time, talent, and resources on building the American Saddlebred Museum and celebration of the American Saddlebred horse. This scholarship celebrates his life by awarding an individual that exemplifies the same character and achievements. The scholarship will be awarded at the annual United Professional Horsemen's Association National Conference.
Scholarship criteria and app
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11/22/19
AMHA COMPETITION VERIFICATION PERIOD OPEN
The American Morgan Horse Association has completed calculating the high-point portion of the Open Competition program for 2019. The verification period opens today, Friday, November 22, and will close the end of business on Wednesday, December 4.
Please check the high points awarded to your horse for accuracy by logging in to your online account. It is your responsibility to report any errors for review to AMHA at the email kristen@morganhorse.com. AMHA must have all requests for review/correction in writing, so submit through to this email address only. AMHA will not review any inquires by phone.
Approved corrections to errors wi
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11/21/19
AMHA NOMINATES HUDSON FOR NATIONAL AWARD
The US Equestrian Youth Sportsman’s Award is presented annually to a junior member of USEF to recognize “future leaders within the equine industry from across all breeds and disciplines” and to recognize their achievements. Nominees should demonstrate a variety of characteristics including positive sportsmanship and leadership skills and be active in the promotion of equestrian sport. The annual winner receives a commemorative trophy and a financial grant for the educational goals.
Since the award’s inception in 2006 American Morgan Horse Association has recommended an exemplary member each year, and on four occasions, the award recipient has gone to an AMHA Youth member: Caitlin Novotny, 2006; M
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11/21/19
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES MIKE ROBERTS
National Horseman is sad report that Mike Roberts passed away Thursday morning. A great horseman and a good friend to many in the industry, he will be sorely missed. National Horseman sends its condolences to his friends, family and longtime partner, Jeff Vogel.
11/20/19
ASB MUSEUM SPEAKEASY EVENT A SUCCESS
Guys and dolls arrived spiffed up to the American Saddlebred Museum’s Saddlebred Speakeasy event at the Golden Ox in Kansas City, Missouri during the American Royal.
Flappers and their fellas were dressed to the nines and enjoyed great company, amazing food and a little giggle water. The silent auction was a winner, bringing in a lot of cabbage to support the Museum’s mission. The Museum extends their warmest thanks to everyone who made the event a great success.
-- via ASB Museum
11/19/19
SUMMER DAZE TO TAKE 2020 HIATUS
Due to the direct date conflict with Summer Daze and the Fourth of July holiday, the Summer Daze Regional Morgan Horse Show will be taking a hiatus for the 2020 competition year. As the USEF calendar changes in 2021, it will resume with the dates of July 8-10, 2021.
-- via American Morgan Horse Association
11/19/19
AMHA ANNOUNCES 2020 REGIONAL SHOWS
The following shows were approved by the American Morgan Horse Association Board of Directors at its fourth quarter meeting as the 2020 AMHA Regional Shows.
EASTERN REGION
Citrus Cup, April 8-11, Newberry, Florida
Southern States, May 20-23, Raleigh, North Carolina
New England Morgan, July 20-25, Northampton, Massachusetts
New York Morgan, September 16-19, Syracuse, New York
CENTRAL REGION
Morgan Gold Cup, June 10-13, Columbus, Ohio
Jubilee Regional, September 2-5, Springfield, Illinois
WESTERN REGION
C-Fair Charity, July 3-August 2, Monroe, Washington
Morgan Medallion, July 26-29, Las Vegas, Nevada
-- via AMHA
11/19/19
2019 SHOW RECORDS FOR AOT YEAR-END AWARD PROGRAM DUE SOON
The American Saddlebred Horse Association's Amateur/Owner/Trainer Award Program 2019 show season results are due December 21, 2019. Please submit forms to Brenda Newell at b.newell@asha.net. All competition records from December 1, 2018, through November 30, 2019, may be submitted. Submit points using the ASHA AOT Award Program Points Form.
The ASHA AOT Award Program is to recognize the achievements of AOTs exhibiting horses registered with the American Saddlebred Registry competing in all disciplines at all levels.
Improve recognition of AOTs
Provide incentives for AOTs to show their Saddlebreds
Identify and attract new Saddlebred members
-- via ASHA
11/14/19
ROYAL AGRICULTURAL WINTER FAIR '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, November 1-10, are online, and can be viewed here.
11/12/19
CLEMSON FALL CLASSIC '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from Clemson Fall Classic in Clemson, South Carolina, November 8-9, are online, and can be viewed here.
11/12/19
2020 ASHA YOUTH CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN FEBRUARY
The American Saddlebred Horse Association has announced that the 2020 Youth Conference will be held February 14-16, 2020, at the Embassy Suites in Lexington, Kentucky. The planning is in full swing and organizers are looking forward to an even more fun, interactive and educational event. The unveiling of this year's theme and more details will be coming soon.
The special room rate for attendees is available now and attendees are able to make reservations. Room reservations can be made here.
-- via ASHA
11/12/19
MORGAN WORLD LOSES JULIE ROHRER
Julie Hedges Rohrer, 81, beloved wife of Stephen Berg, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2019, at their home in Andes, N.Y., after a long illness.
Born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, on July 7, 1938, Julie grew up in Montclair and was the youngest daughter of Robert and Frances Hedges. She attended The Kimberley School in Montclair and was graduated from Wheaton College (MA) in 1960 with a BA in philosophy. After Wheaton, Julie moved to Manhattan and began a successful career as a financial journalist. She got her start at "Business Week," went onto "Forbes Magazine" and finally landed at "Institutional Investor Magazine" where she worked for almost 20 years. There she rose to the position of se
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11/11/19
AHHS RECEIVES PROMOTIONAL GRANT FROM USEF
The American Hackney Horse Society applied for and has received a Membership Incentive Grant in the amount of $2,277, from US Equestrian. The AHHS Board of Directors voted to use the grant monies to promote the Hackney by having a booth and having demonstrations of the Hackney breed, in different disciplines, at the Equine Affaire to be held in Columbus, Ohio, from April 11-14, 2019. The remainder of the grant money was used to purchase Hackney Society drawstring backpacks and popsockets.
The AHHS thanked USEF for the grant and their contribution to these important educational and promotional projects.
-- via AHHS
11/11/19
AMHA ANNOUNCES CANDIDATES FOR 2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The American Morgan Horse Association has announced the slate of candidates for the 2020 Board of Directors.
For one, three-year term, from the Eastern Region:
Incumbent, C.A. Lee, III, Birmingham, AL
For one, three-year term, from the Central Region:
Incumbent, Victoria Bennett, Royse City, TX
Kelly Kraegel, Oklahoma City, OK
For one, three-year term, from the Western Region:
Dallas Bolen, Hermiston, OR
AMHA Bylaw 2.13 requires that each region cast a minimum of 100 ballots to establish a proper quorum and validate the election. This means that even if a particular region has an uncontested race (only one person running
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11/11/19
ASR SPORT HORSE YEAR END AWARD PROGRAM DEADLINE APPROACHING
The deadline to submit Sport Horse Year End Award results is December 15, 2019.
Applicants need to send in competing reporting forms for their discipline, or send a score check report from the National Affiliate such as USDF or USEA, or they may send a copy of the test sheets with the results of the division and the number of entries in the division.
The Sport Horse Year End Awards program is designed to acknowledge, reward and promote the versatility of the American Saddlebred. Both purebred American Saddlebreds and half American Saddlebreds are eligible to be recognized. Disciplines in which horses may earn points are: dressage, driving, hunter, jumper, eventing, and distance riding (compe
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11/07/19
HARVEST DAYS '19 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Harvest Days in Tampa, Florida, November 1-3, are online, and can be viewed here.
11/07/19
ASHA ALPHA CLASSES EXCEL AT NATIONAL ACADEMY CHAMPIONSHIP
Last weekend brought more than 1,000 entries to Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and hundreds of American Saddlebreds to compete at the National Academy Championship Horse Show (NACHS).
An exciting new addition to the show was the American Saddlebred Horse Association Alpha Open English Pleasure Classes. The two classes offered this year were the ASHA Alpha Open English Pleasure WTC for riders 13 and under, and the ASHA Alpha Open English Pleasure WTC for rider 14 and over. The 2019 winners were Piper Hales, riding Roi Du Soleil for Elite Riding Academy of Arab, Alabama, in the 13 & under division, and Haley Bowland riding Kalarama's U.C.U.C. for Lenux Stables of Huntersville, North Carolina, in the 14 & o
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11/05/19
ASHA AND ASR WORK TOGETHER TO PROMOTE HALF-SADDLEBRED REGISTRY
Since the beginning of 2019, the American Saddlebred Horse Association has focused on strengthening partnerships and initiatives for the betterment of the breed. One relationship that has prospered under this focus has been with a sister affiliate, the Arabian Horse Association. After attending the Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show, AHA leadership extended a reciprocal invitation for the ASHA leadership to attend their 2019 U.S. Nationals in Tulsa, Oklahoma. David Mount, ASHA interim executive director, participated on behalf of ASHA to continue the work to find more opportunities for American Saddlebreds and increase the breed community.
This led to an opportunity for the American Sadd
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11/05/19
TWIN STATE OCTOBERFEST AND CALIFORNIA SADDLE HORSE FUTURITY '19 RESULTS AND PHOTOS POSTED ONLINE
The results and photos from Twin State Octoberfest in West Springfield, Massachusetts, October 31-November 3, and California Saddle Horse Futurity in Las Vegas, Nevada, Oct. 31-Nov. 2, are online, and can be viewed here.
11/04/19
U.S. SADDLE SEAT YOUNG RIDERS WIN GOLD AT SADDLE SEAT INVITATIONAL TEST EVENT
The 2019 U.S. Saddle Seat Young Riders Stars Team secured the gold medal and gained valuable experience in international competition at the 2019 U.S. Saddle Seat Invitational Test Event in Las Vegas, Nevada. Hosted at South Point Arena and Equestrian Center from October 29 through November 1, the U.S. team faced off against a tough Canadian team in three-gaited saddle seat Equitation. Under the guidance of Coach Christy Parker (Hortense, Ga.) and Assistant Coach Mary Mag Wilson (Cave Creek, Ariz.), the U.S. saddle seat Equitation program has again proven itself to be a force in international saddle seat competition.
Parker and Wilson also coached the U.S. Saddle Seat Young Riders Stripes Team to vict
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11/04/19
2020 FIRST-TIME BREEDER PROGRAM ANNOUNCED
The American Saddlebred Registry has announced the details of the First Time Breeder Program for 2020. This program targets mare owners or lessees who are first-time breeders during the 2020 breeding season. The program was last offered in 2018, to much success. 2018 First-Time Breeder participant testimonials are available on the First Time Breeder Program page.
The American Saddlebred Registry is committed to ideas that will stimulate an increased interest in breeding by reaching out to prospective new breeders. The ASR First Time Breeder Program is for mare owners or lessee
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11/04/19
ONLINE VOTING FOR 2020 ASHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOW OPEN
The American Saddlebred Horse Association Board of Directors voting is open to all 2019 ASHA Life, Contributing, Senior, and Charter Club Affiliate members over the age of 18. Members may vote online for up to six candidates by logging in with their ASHA credentials. Complete biographies for each candidate are available for review. Online voting will be open until SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2019.
For those who prefer to vote by mail, printed ballots were mailed to eligible members who had previously requested to rece
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10/29/19
SHOW HORSE WORLD LOSES JENNIFER ROBERTSON
Jennifer Catherine Robertson of Shelbyville passed away at the age of 40 on Monday, October 28, 2019, at her home in Shelbyville, Kentucky.
Jennifer was born on January 6, 1979, to Jimmy and Cathy Robertson in Lexington, Kentucky. She moved to Louisville in 1989 when her father accepted the job as manager of the Rock Creek Riding Club. Jennifer graduated from Louisville Christian Academy in 1997 and Sullivan University’s Culinary Institute. Jennifer is survived by her daughter Lila Isabelle Woods and Lila’s father Billy Woods; Jennifer’s father, Jimmy Robertson, and wife Helen Robertson; sister Chrissy Workman (George); nephew Michael and nieces Kaitlyn, Haillie and Avery Workman; aunt and uncle W
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10/29/19
IASPHA FALL '19 RESULTS POSTED ONLINE
The results from IASPHA Fall in Gurnee, Illinois, October 25-27, are online, and can be viewed here.
10/29/19
AMHA FOURTH-QUARTER BOARD MEETING TO BE HELD NOV. 8-9
The Fourth Quarter American Morgan Horse Association, Inc. Board of Directors Meeting will be held in Portland, Maine, on Saturday, November 9, beginning at 9 AM Eastern time (8 AM Central; 7 AM Mountain; 6 AM Pacific).
The AMHA Standing Committee meetings will be held the previous day as listed below.
As always, board meetings are open to both AMHA members and guests. The host hotel is the Embassy Suites by Hilton, Portland, Maine. The hotel phone number is (207) 775-2200. Those unable to attend in person may join any of the meetings via teleconference with the numbers listed below. Please note that all times listed below are in local,
EASTERN time.
Friday, Nov. 8, 2019:
EASTERN time.
Friday, Nov. 8, 2019:
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10/29/19
AMHA ANNOUNCES YAA JUDGING SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
The American Morgan Horse Association Young Adult Alliance (YAA) has presented their sixth annual Judging School Scholarship to Megan Gallagher of Grass Valley, California. The Professional Development Project created by this group awards a $1,500 scholarship to one individual, aged 21-40, professional or amateur, who is interested in attaining their Morgan R judging card.
“It has been wonderful to see past recipients of the AMHA YAA Judging School Scholarship stand in center ring at notable shows around the country," said YAA Co-Chair Steven Handy. "This program has helped and will continue to help young adults obtain their judging card and give back to the Morgan breed."
“Our applica
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10/28/19
NOMINATIONS DEADLINE FOR 2019 AHHS ANNUAL AWARDS IS NOV. 8
The deadline to submit nominations for the 2019 American Hackney Horse Society Annual Awards is November 8. These prestigious awards are given out at the Annual United Professional Horsemen's Association/AHHS Convention, to be held in Lexington, Kentucky, January 22-25, 2020. The host hotel is the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa.
Submit nominations to Brooke Jacobs, chair of Awards Committee, on or before November 8, 2019, by email: AHHSAwards@gmail.com, or by mail: 3069 Breckenwood Drive, Lexington, KY 40502.
AWARD CATEGORIES
Gwen Stableford Lifetime Achievement Award --
Honors a person for his or her lifelong contributions to the Hackney ind
Honors a person for his or her lifelong contributions to the Hackney ind
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10/28/19
US EQUESTRIAN NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR 2020 SADDLE SEAT WORLD CUP TEAM COACHES
US Equestrian is now accepting applications for the 2020 U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Team coaches. The U.S. Saddle Seat Team will consist of 12 athletes, six to compete in the three-gaited section and six to compete in the five-gaited section at the 2020 Saddle Seat World Cup from July 19-25, in Parys, South Africa.
Interested parties must complete an application and submit their resume via email to Natalie Norwood, championship program manager, at nnorwood@usef.org no later than November 15, 2019. The application and job description can be found here. US Equestrian reserves the right t
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10/28/19
AMHA INDUSTRY AWARD NOMINATIONS DUE NOV. 1
The American Morgan Horse Association is looking for nominees for the year-end Morgan industry awards. AMHA members who would like to nominate a Morgan person or horse who has helped to make the breed great can now fill out a simple online questionnaire. Members may nominate one person for one category or all categories. All that is required is a name and number so AMHA can contact those that no9minate others if further information is needed.
The 2020 AMHA Convention will be a joint convention with the Hackney, Road Horse, and Saddlebred national associations and will take place January 22-25 in Lexington, Kentucky. Awards to be presented at the annual awards banquet include AMHA Hall of Fame,
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