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2022 NRHA Futurity – Shawn Flarida
Shawn Flarida made history when he rode Andiamoe to an incredible 230 and the 2022 MS Diamonds NRHA Futurity Championship in the same saddle that he rode her sire, Gunnatrashya, …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Matt Mills
Even feeling a bit under the weather, Matt Mills held it together and piloted Walla Be A Bigstar to a 222 and snagged the Level 3 NRHA MS Diamonds Open …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Guglielmo Fontana
Guglielmo Fontana decided to bring CD Gunnas Chex Olena from Italy to Oklahoma City just 3 months ago. After some fast arrangements were made, the horse got here in great …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Ethan Willey
Ethan Willey has only had a couple of months to work with Graddytude, and things have continued each time he has ridden her this week. The horse and rider team …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Sorrel Schreibvogel
Even though he is grumpy outside of the show pen, Sparkin Affair loves to work. He and Sorrel Schreibvogel scored a 215.5 to tie for the win in both the …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Madison Rafacz
Madison Rafacz and the little-horse-that-could did it again. This time, the young rider and Got Twisted In Vegas scored a 215.5 to tie for the wins in the NAAC and …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Madalyn Werner
It was a dream come true for Madalyn Werner when she had the opportunity to run My Lil Whizkey Girl into the Jim Norick Arena through the historic Gateway of …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – William Clutter
After a 14-year hiatus from the show pen, William Clutter laid it all on the line on Smokinintheboyzroom to win a co-championship in the CINCH Level 4 Non Pro Futurity, …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Gina-Marie Schumacher
The pinnacle end to a rough week with Gunnin For The Nite brought Gina-Marie Schumacher to share the win in the Level 4 CINCH Non Pro Futurity after scoring a …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Charles Wiederholt
Charles Wiederholt could find no fault in the performance Ima Magnum Survivor have him to score a 220 to win the CINCH Prime Time Non Pro Futurity.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Lane Colston
Lane Colston couldn’t have been happier about the amount of heart HA Chic gave him in the Level 4 Non Pro Finals. The two scored an impressive 219.5 and won …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Rick Massimi
Ever since Rick Massimi showed his first reiner as a boy, joining the reining family has been a dream of his. Finally, his dream was brought to fruition and he …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Holly Hardin
After a long, difficult recovery from back surgery, Holly Hardin rode her mare, Wimpys Little Melody to a 209 to tie for the win in the NHRA Prime Time Rookie.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Karly Kopp
Karly Kopp was enjoying an NRHyA dance when she found out that she would be running off for the NAAC Rookie of the Year title the following day, but at …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Jerry Douglas
Jerry Douglas went from terrified on a horse to NAAC Rookie Prime Time Champion in just four years thanks, in part, to the steadfast reliability of his mount, Xtra Dun …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Matthew Dooley
Matthew Dooley and Magnifisent are relatively new partners so they still have a lot to learn about each other. However, they are proving themselves as a team with co-championships in …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Cassandra Hacking
Cassandra Hacking’s co-championships in the NAAC and NRHA Rookie Level 2 were made even sweeter by the fact that she bought her own horse a year ago when she was …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Rafael Christens
Brazillian native Rafael Christians wasn’t sure about the English language, but he has no issues with the language of the horse as he proved by scoring a 219 on a …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Hayley Thompson
Addison Sawyer loves that her horse Fifty Shades Of Roan is so fun to ride, and now she can also enjoy his winning ways as she will be going home …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Addison Sawyer
After a week of positive preparation with Whizkey At Dawn, Addison Sawyer felt ready when she walked into Barn 6 at the NRHA Futurity. She proved that she was when …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Sebastian Petroll
After a long career in aged events, Sebastian Petroll and owner Ellen Lloyd Cummins were looking for events for 7-year-old mare Xtra Miss Wimpy to rack up more earnings, and …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Alicia Rapp
Spooks Gotta Glo may have his own list of requirements to do his job, but when his needs are met, he does great things like win the Bob’s Custom Saddles …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Michelle Ann Kimball
Michelle Ann Kimball couldn’t have been prouder of her horse, Spooks Gotta Whiz’s, recognition as an NRHA Hall of Fame inductee during Sliders Night Out held on Wednesday of the …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Pat Warren
Pat Warren, along with her husband Jim, owners of Rancho Oso Rio, were honored with induction into the NRHA Hall of Fame at Sliders Night Out held during the NRHA …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Dutch Chapman
Dutch Chapman has enjoyed a long successful career and has coached more Non Pros to high-level wins than many can boast. For that, he was honored as an NRHA Hall …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Dwight Sanders
Dwight Sanders’s 60-year-long career as a farrier and his contributions to the specialized shoeing of reining horses were recognized at Sliders Night Out held during the NRHA Futurity.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Jose Vazquez
After the loss of his Four Million Dollar Sire Smart Like Juice, Jose Vazquez only owns one stallion, and that is SLJ Corazon Valiente. The two scored a 223 to …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Stephanie Gentile
Stephanie Gentile has had an incredible week at the NRHA Futurity with the horse she leases from Lori Baker, Joes Lil Wrangler. The dynamic duo logged their fourth NAAC Championship …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Paige Vernon
Paige Vernon and her longtime partner Magnum Starlight put it all on the line to win the NAAC & NRHA Non Pro Championships at the NRHA Futurity.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Rebecca Asmussen
Rebecca Asmussen claimed her third title of the day when she won the Novice Horse Non Pro Level 3 on The Crowd Goes Wildd at the NRHA Futurity.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Madison Rafacz
Madison Rafacz’s co-championships in the NAAC and NRHA Novice Horse Non Pro Level 2 classes at the NRHA Futurity were made even sweeter by the fact that she had a …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Stephanie Gentile
After claiming the NAAC Limited Non Pro title on Joes Lil Wrangler, Stephanie Gentile claimed co-championships in the NAAC & NRHA Novice Horse Non Pro classes at the NRHA Futurity.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Rebecca Asmussen
Hot on the heels of her husband’s Congress win on TR Hot Dream, Rebecca Asmussen road him to ties in the NAAC & NRHA Novice Horse Non Pro Level 2 …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Memorial for Kelle Smith
Pastor Mike Seay led a beautiful prayer memorial for Kelle Smith.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Nathan Piper
Nathan Piper and Cameos Special Gun’s owner Paul Lentsche, decided at the last moment for Piper to qualify the horse for the North American Affiliate Championships and the decision paid …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Ben Beckett
Mason Dorsey had his doubts when NRHA Professional Ben Beckett recommended that he purchase the aptly named Micro Mag, but the 13.3 hh mare proved herself mighty when Beckett rode …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Katie Davis
Katie Davis and Sugarwhizngun, owned by Peyton Langford, topped the scores in the NAAC Rookie Pro and NRHA Rookie Pro with a 216 at the NRHA Futurity.
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Tyrel Pole
Tyrel Pole and his wife, Rhea’s showy little stud, Sparkys Shining Doll, claimed their second NAAC Championship of the week, the Limited Open, and also took the NRHA Limited Open …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Platinum Performance Welcome Party
The NRHA welcomed its Futurity attendees in style with a scrumptious meal, fun with friends, and a Platinum Performance drawing; however Virtual Horse Help was on the hunt to find …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Stephanie Gentile
Stephanie Gentile leased Joes Lil Wrangler from Lori Baker and rode him to top the NAAC Limited Non Pro by an outstanding 6-point lead at the NRHA Futurity and Adequan® …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Yonathan Baruch
Yonathan Baruch and Peptos Lil Step picked up Co-Championships in the NAAC Open and NRHA Open for owners Nancy Wheeler and Jimmy Nichols at the NRHA Futurity on their way …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Tyrel Pole
Tyrel Pole’s goal for Sparkys Shining Doll was to top off their lead in the Limited Open World Standings with a win in the NAAC Limited Open, but in a …
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2022 NRHA Futurity – Jared Leclair
Jared Leclair and Makendiamonds scored a 222.5 to win co-championships in the NAAC Open and NRHA Open for owner Dorothy Queen at the NRHA Futurity.
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2022 NRBC – Matt Mills
Matt Mills wanted a quiet. easy run for Ben Hirschfeld’s Nochicsleftbehind, and he got it and won the Open [2] at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Rita Clausen
Rita Clausen and Smart Tinseltown make two consistent runs in the Non Pro and Intermediate Non Pro classes at the National Reining Breeders Classic to win Circuit Championships in both, …
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2022 NRBC – Randy Golden
Eye On Joes Cash was able to redeem himself this year at the National Reining Breeders Classic after a bad time last year. He and owner Randy Golden were the …
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2022 NRBC – Nancy Murfin-Moxley
Nancy Murfin-Moxley is very pleased with the horse she got in Mega Mag after winning the National Reining Breeders Classic Prime Time Non Pro Classic Challenge with him, now she …
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2022 NRBC – Mariana Vazquez
Former NRBC Non Pro Champion Like Shiner got her chance to take another spin around the Great Southwest Equestrian Center Coliseum at the National Reining Breeders Classic. This time, it …
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2022 NRBC – Don & Joetta Bell
Don & Joetta Bell added to the success their family has enjoyed this week at the NRBC. Don was the Paramount Network Yellowstone Rookie Consolation Champion, and Joetta is taking …
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2022 NRBC – Clemerson Barbalho
On a full brother to his own stallion, Clemerson Barbalho won the Novice Horse Open Level 3 [1] at the National Reining Breeders Classic. The name of the horse that …
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2022 NRBC – Kary Key
In an effort to prepare Spookadeous for the NRHA Derby, Kary Key kept his runs consistently high enough at the National Reining Breeders Classic to take home the Novice Horse …
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2022 NRBC – Lindsey McCutcheon
On a whim, Lindsey McCutcheon decided to show Cash Mi Out in the Novice Horse Non Pro [2] classes and won both Levels 2 and 2 and their corresponding High …
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2022 NRBC – Bella Beck
Bella Beck laid down a couple of beautiful runs at the National Reining Breeders Classic and will be taking home the 13 & Under High Point Championship to add to …
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2022 NRBC – Sawyer Kirgan
Sawyer Kirgan and Hollywood Footworks, lovingly called “Devito”, have been friends for a long time, and that is what made this Walk/Trot Reining Championship at the National Reining Breeders Classic …
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2022 NRBC – Trinity Bell
With her National Reining Breeders Classic Youth 13 & Under [2] Championship in the bag, Trinity Bell is looking forward to riding Lena Who Whiz It to bigger, better goals.
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2022 NRBC – Mary Riley Cachat
After placing 12th in the Level 1 Classic, Mary Riley Cachat finished her week by winning the Youth 14-18 Classic Challenge Championship on her favorite horse, Trashy Spookshow.
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2022 NRBC – Lily Forzani
Lily Forzani switched horses to ride Double Loaded Gun to the 13 & Under Youth Classic Challenge Championship after a great week of wins with her other horse, Annies Custom …
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2022 NRBC – Kennedy Buchanan
Kennedy Buchanan stopped by to win an Unrestricted Youth [2] Championship on Circuit Breaker at the National Reining Breeders Classic on her journey to the NRHA Derby.
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2022 NRBC – Faith Horner
Faith Horner and My Special Sidekick have remained undefeated in the Youth 14-18 classes at the National Reining Breeders Classic, so along with the championships in both slates, she will …
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2022 NRBC – Trevor Dare
Fresh off of an NRHA Derby win, Trevor Dare and Jerseys Baby Driver, aka “Hercules,” are claiming another big championship: the Level 4 Open National Reining Breeders Classic to be …
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2022 NRBC – Fernando Salgado
Like most trainers, Fernando Salgado has his eye on winning a major event, and Gunnabeabrightstar is taking him in the right direction with the National Reining Breeders Classic L3 Open …
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2022 NRBC – Jimmy Van der Hoeven
Jimmy Van der Hoeven has had great success on the get of Magnum Chic Dream and Onecoolchic was no exception. The horse and rider team won the Level 2 Open …
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2022 NRBC – Joetta Bell
Joetta Bell is on a streak at the National Reining Breeder’s Classic, having already won two Rookie Circuit buckles and now a Green Reiner Level 2 [1] Co-Championship and a …
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2022 NRBC – Katie Davis
Having started the horse herself, Katie Davis rode to a 219.5 to win the Open Level 1 National Reining Breeders Classic on Starfire Sixty Six.
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2022 NRBC – Rita Clausen
Rita Clausen and family friend, Smart Tinseltown, did what they do best: laid down a big score – 144.5 – and won their classes – Non Pro [1] and Intermediate …
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2022 NRBC – Jordan Larson
Jordan Larson entered Mizzen Whiz Ya in the Novice Horse Open Level 3 [2] class for a bit of a redemption run after some bad luck in the Classic prelims, …
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2022 NRBC – Jonathan Gauthier
As last in the draw, Jonathan Gauthier swept Levels 2 and 1 of the Novice Horse Open [2] classes at the National Reining Breeders Classic when he rode Trashya Dunit …
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2022 NRBC – Andrew Fox
Andrew Fox always enjoys showing Hes Throwing Smoke, but he was especially glad to have won a co-championship in the Novice Horse Open Level 2 on him for owner Heather …
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2021 NRBC – Joetta Bell
Joetta Bell thought she would have better luck with her daughter’s horse, but instead, won the Levels 2 and 1 Highpoint buckles on her own Gunna Be Electric.
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2022 NRBC – Lily Forzani
With two consistent Short Stirrup runs at the National Reining Breeders Classic, Lily Forzani will be taking home the Short Stirrup High Point Buckle.
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2022 NRBC -Joy Deary
While Joy Deary may not ride Chicsdundreamin at home very much, she’s pretty good at catch-riding as proven by her Short Stirrup [2] Championship at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Jonathan Jackson
For those who didn’t see the opening of the L4 Non Pro Classic Finals at the National Reining Breeders Classic, you really missed something! Jonathan “JJ” Jackson drove 900 miles …
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2022 NRBC – Matt Mills
After about four rides and another rider warming up Guns N Dynamite for him, Matt Mills rode into the Great Southwest Equestrian Center’s Coliseum and stole the lead in both …
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2022 NRBC – Dawn Butler
Dawn Butler got her shot in the Coliseum at the National Reining Breeders Classic with the Paramount Network Yellowstone Rookie Shootout and made it count by scoring a 213 to …
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2022 NRBC – Taylor Zimmerman
Incredibly, in only her second time showing Shining On Ruf – the first being in the prelims – Taylor Zimmerman scored a 222.5 to win the Non Pro National Reining …
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2022 NRBC – Samantha Smith
After overcoming debilitating back issues and subsequent surgeries, Samantha Smith put in an incredible ride on Smokin 66 to win the Level 3 Non Pro Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Chandlar Winard
Chandlar Winard was thrilled to make the National Reining Breeders Classic Non Pro finals on Whoz Joe Daddy, so winning the Levels 2 and 1 was a mound of icing …
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2022 NRBC – Francesca Sternberg
While Francesca Sternberg said that her trip to the center of the Coliseum at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center was “terrifying,” she held it together to win the Prime Time …
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2022 NRBC – Adele Cunningham
Adele Cunningham just purchased Cyclops Kid while here at the National Reining Breeders Classic and has also logged an Unrestricted Youth [1] Championship!
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2022 NRBC – Becca Schaffhauser
On home-raised mare, Buttons On My GT, Becca Schaffhauser won the Youth 13 & Under [1] at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Faith Horner
In her first big show with My Special Sidekick, Faith Horner scored a 72 to win the Youth 14-18 [1] at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Lily Forzani
Lily Forzani rode Annies Custom Pistol to a 72.5 and the Youth Short Stirrup [1] Championship at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Susannah Rose
Susannah Rose came to the National Reining Breeders Classic all the way from Florida, and she will not be going home empty-handed! On Wednesday, she won the Rookie Level 1 …
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2022 NRBC – Dawn Butler
With her new horse, TR Mic Magnum, Dawn Butler won co-championships in both Levels 2 and 1 of the Rookie [2] classes at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Naike Bell
With two runs on Kirk Johnston’s With Addy Tude, Naike Bell took the Limited Open High Point Buckle at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Eric Grondin
Eric Grondin is grateful for the opportunity to ride Patty Jackson’s horse, CBK A Nu Kinda Spark, especially after winning the Rookie Professional High Point Championship at the National Reining …
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2022 NRBC – Kaleb Nicholson
Kaleb Nicholson rode Michele Porter’s Dirty Jersey to a 72.5 and the Limited Open [2] Championship at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Katie Davis
Katie Davis rode another horse to the winner’s circle. Nancy Stillwell’s Chicsdundreamin carried her to a 72 and the Rookie Professional [2] Championship.
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2022 NRBC – Kirk George
Sorry about the focus issues, but as last in the draw, Kirk George scored a 140.5 to win a Limited Non Pro [2] co-championship at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Ainsley Larcombe
Ainsley Larcombe kept her scores in the Limited Non Pro classes at the National Reining Breeders Classic consistently high enough to win the circuit buckle on Tinseltown Memory.
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2022 NRBC – Breanna Lappe
Breanna Lappe found herself back in the winner’s circle, this time on a different horse, Wimpy Pale Face, to win a Limited Non Pro [2] co-championship at the National Reining …
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2022 NRBC – Bob Santagata
At the 2022 National Reining Breeders Classic Markel Non Pro Draw Party, Bob Santagata of Santa Hill Ranch was presented with the NRBC Markel Commitment award for his devotion to …
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2022 NRBC – Robin Filbry
Robin Filbry had a plan going into the Rookie [1] classes at the National Reining Breeders Classic, executed it, and her horse, Red Hot Whizkey carried her to a co-championship …
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2022 NRBC – Lindsay McCutcheon
Lindsay McCutcheon scored a 144.5 to win Levels 3 and 2 of the Novice Horse Non Pro [1] at the National Reining Breeders Classic. She did it on a home-raised …
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2022 NRBC – Breanna Lappe
Breanna Lappe allowed herself to trust her horse and scored a 71 to win the Novice Horse Non Pro Level 1 at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Hygain Feeds, Sarah & Lexi
Two Representatives of Hygain Feeds were on hand during the Hygain Welcome Party to talk about their products and their sponsorship. Meet Sarah Christen and Lexi Hernandez.
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2022 NRBC – Ainsley Larcombe
Ainsley Larcombe won a Limited Non Pro [2] Co-Championship at the National Reining Breeders Classic while working on building confidence in her mare, Tinseltown Memory, as she sets her sights …
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2022 NRBC – Terry Saxton
Terry Saxton took her seasoned partner MJG Hollywood Jersey out for a spin winning a Limited Non Pro [1] co-championship.
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2022 NRBC – Kevin Rosenbaum
Pinnacle Ranch owner Kevin Rosenbaum pulled Rolex N Chex out of the pasture and brought him back to the show pen with a bang winning the Prime Time Non Pro …
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2022 NRBC – Sumer Opinker
Sumer Opinker brought Dont Tell Me out for her first show at the National Reining Breeders Classic and made the most of it with the Intermediate Open [1] Championship.
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2022 NRBC – Naike Bell
Naike Bell got With Addy Tude a little raw, but is steadily advancing her training and winning the Limited Open [1] at the National Reining Breeders Classic in the process.
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2022 NRBC – Katy Davis
While preparing Who Dat Hot Chic for owner/rider Jenna Marie Hornick, Katy Davis scored a 141 to win the Rookie Professional [1] class at the National Reining Breeders Classic.
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2022 NRBC – Easter Interviews
The 2022 National Reining Breeders Classic celebrated Easter just like any other family with children: by having an Easter Egg hunt for the kiddos!
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Casey Deary
Casey Deary got three great horses into the NRHA Open Futurity Finals, but it was the very first draw of the night, Ten Thirty, that stole the show and the …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jesse Beckley
After a long search for a two-year-old for Norma Siebert, Jesse Beckley found a winner in Trashinyurdreams. Such a winner that as the second to last in the draw, the …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Dan Huss
Dan Huss put the finishing touches on This Joe Got A Gun during his futurity year so that the horse’s owner, Jamie Walters can take over the reins through his …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Abby Kampmann
As if the Open Level 1 NRHA Futurity Championship wasn’t enough for Abby Kampmann, she also credits Sparklins Last Dream with teaching her a lot. She thanked owner Viola Scott …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Mazie Petelski
Mazie Petelski hasn’t been riding Chexalicious for very long, but their bond is strong as evidenced by their NAAC and NRHA Youth 14-18 Championships won at the NRHA Futurity.
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Rita Clausen
Rita Clausen came to the 2021 NRHA Futurity with the Bob’s Custom Saddles NAAC Rookie Level 2 and Toyon Ranch NAAC Rookie of the Year titles in her sights, and …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Madison Rafacz
Got Twisted In Vegas was raised by the Rafaczs and trained by Madison and her dad, Mark. With that added gratification under her belt, Madison Rafacz scored a 216 to …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Calla Thomas
It is a family affair for Calla Thomas and Great King Jack which only made their Youth 13 & Under win at the NRHA Futurity even sweeter!
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jennifer Gilliam
Jennifer Gilliam felt like she had a more capable futurity horse than she’s had in a long time. That feeling panned out when she won both Levels 4 and 3 …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jana Leigh Simons
When Jana Leigh Simons decided to purchase a futurity horse, she trusted her trainer when he found Raisinthebar for her. That trust earned her the Level 2 NRHA Futurity Championship …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Kindel Walter
At the urging of her relatives, Kindel Walter bought a horse and started showing reiners earlier this year. On her first-ever reiner, My Best Friends Girl, showing in her first …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Emma Vanlandingham
Emma Vanlandingham knew she had the horse to carry her to a Non Pro Futurity championship in Ruf Rider, and she hoped that she could do him justice. Justice was …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Kelle Smith
Although it almost seems as if Spookified chose Kelle Smith, Kelle was a willing participant. The little horse with a big heart won the Prime Time Non Pro Futurity Championship …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Luca Fappani
Luca Fappani was happy to take the reins of Talladega Ice from his mother, and as if winning the Youth Non Pro Futurity with a 219 wasn’t enough, he’s learned …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Clayton Porath
To say that Clayton Porath was excited when his mom, Stephanie, gave him the opportunity to show Gunna Be Expensive may be an understatement. Clayton made the most of the …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Mark Hurd
According to Mark Hurd and trainer Matt Palmer, Im Painted Special is Mark’s once-in-a-lifetime horse. This made the victory even sweeter when they won the NAAC and NRHA Prime Time …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Logan Flaherty
Logan Flaherty has long held onto the dream of winning the NAAC Rookie of the Year title, but at the 2021 Futurity, he did that and more. Mounted on Cashing …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jade Whitmarsh
Hailing all the way from Alberta, Canada, Jade Whitmarsh won the inaugural Bob’s Custom Saddles Intermediate Non Pro Showdown at the 2021 NRHA Futurity on her own home-raised mount, North …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – David Hanson
David Hanson became the first Bob’s Custom Saddles Intermediate Open Champion at the 2021 NRHA Futurity when he rode Xtra Needs A Drink to a 215.5 for owner N. Anne …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Sliders Night Out
Enjoy these random “man” on the street interviews during the Reining Horse Foundation’s Sliders’ Night Out!
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Nicole Renick
Nicole Renick rode Markel/NRHA Futurity Sale Graduate Ruffinol to the top of the $1,000-added Honorable Mention Futurity during the NRHA Futurity for owner Steven M Sandvig.
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Sarah Armenta
Hangin On The Line proved herself a performer in the roping pen first, and when Sarah Armenta saw her talent for reining, her dad allowed her to show her for …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Morris Kulmer
After two days of competition, Morris Kulmer’s 222 earned on NVR What A Lucky Joe held him in the NAAC and NRHA Prime Time Championship spot at the 2021 NRHA …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Kyla Thurlow
Kyla Thurlow and Double Guns Tonite (mostly) defended the NAAC Level 1 Novice Horse Non Pro title she won in 2020, and added to it! The dynamic duo shared the …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jose Vazquez
Although he feels bad for not doing well at Rock It Sassy Girl’s NRHA Futurity last year, Jose Vazquez is proud of his success in the NAAC Novice Horse Non …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jared Leclair
While preparing Gunningthebay for his wife, Karla, to show, Jared Leclair swept all levels of the NAAC and NRHA Novice Horse Open classes at the NRHA Futurity.
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Morgan Moser
Morgan Moser punctuated the sale of Magnums Chexy Dream by winning the NRHA Limited Open Co-Championship on her at the NRHA Futurity with a 218.
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Jesse Gentile
Jesse Gentile’s focus was to keep Taking A Mistress a bit fresh leading up to the NAAC Limited Open competition, and his plan earned owner Bevin Zimmerman that and the …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Nikki Tyndall
Nikki Tyndall loves how kind Stars At Midnite is, but the sweet mare is also a performer as she proved by winning the NAAC Rookie Pro and NRHA Rookie Pro …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Glen Roach
Glen Roach and his wife, Kathleen, have found a program that works for them as shown by Glen’s 1.5 point lead to win the NAAC Limited Non Pro and NRHA …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Brian Bell
Tempted by the increased payouts in the NAAC’s, Brian Bell showed Mr Royal Hollywood to win the NAAC & NRHA Open classes at the NRHA Futurity for George and Carol …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Benjamin Beckett
Benjamin Beckett rode Xtra Dun Step to a 219 to win the NAAC and NRHA Open classes at the NRHA Futurity earning his spot in the Bob’s Custom Saddles NAAC …
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2021 AQHA World Show – Tessa Lindberg
Tessa Lindberg piloted Maximum Mag to not one, but TWO AQHA World Championship titles when she won both Levels 2 and 3 of the Amateur Reining!
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2021 AQHA World Show – Trevor Dare
Trevor Dare and his clients had a great showing at the AQHA World Championship Show. Trevor won the Junior Reining on Jerseys Baby Driver for Janice Laney, the Junior Reining …
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2021 AQHA World Show – Tucker Clark
Many people strive their whole careers to win a Golden Globe at the AQHA World Championship Show, but Tucker Clark claimed two in one day. He won the Level 2 …
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2021 AQHA World Show – Shawn Flarida
The names Shawn Flarida and Spooks Gotta Spark in unison have become a common combination. When these two show together, they are hard to beat as they proved with an …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Clemerson Barbalho
Clemerson Barbalho scored a 74 on Babys Night Light to win the Open [2] and Intermediate Open [2] at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Matt Flarida
Riding Xtra Cocktailforchic for Robin Broughton, Matt Flarida scored a 72 to tie for the win the Limited Open[2], but also won the Intermediate Open High Point Championship.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Barbara Hanaghan
Revolvingwithmagnum carried Barbara Hanaghan to a 72.5 and the Levels 2 and 1 Rookie [2] Championships, but her favorite thing about him is still his fun personality.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Teddy Gerald
Teddy Gerald rounded out the last day of his first NRHA Show in years with High Point Buckles in the Rookie Levels 2 and 1 at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Ryan Voorhees
Ryan Voorhees says that Gunna Be Special is elevating his game in the show pen. At the SWRHA Futurity, the duo scored a 69.5 to win the Prime Time Rookie …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Stephanie Johnson
Stephanie Johnson kept her Prime Time Rookie scores consistently high earning herself the High Point Championship on Sugarwhizngun.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Joy Deary
Joy Deary loves how sweet Chicsdundreamin is and winning the SWRHA Short Stirrup [2] class on him was just icing on the cake!
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Lilly Walters
Mounted on the best horse ever – Magnums Guns R Reddy – and filled with the best guacamole ever, Lilly Walters made two consistent runs in the Short Stirrup classes …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Raeanna Thayn
Raeanna Thayn and her longtime partner, Coded N Karma, pulled off more wins at the SWRHA Futurity! They will be going back to Tioga, Texas with the Non Pro [2] …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Jeremy Zangl
In preparation for the NRHA Non Pro Futurity, Jeremy Zangl rode Nix Groovy Dream to a co-championship in the Limited Non Pro [2] at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Nicole Ingram
While Nicole Ingram is still working on the little things, she kept them together well enough to win the Limited Non Pro [2] class and High Point Championships on Chic …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Mike Hancock
“He’s not always the winner, but he’s always in the money!” Mike Hancock said of his horse, Nics Custom Dually, after winning the Prime Time Non Pro [2] and it’s …
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2021 SWRHA Futuriy – Laina Hanaghan
Although she has known Shining Moonstep all of his life, the Youth 14-18 [2] and the concurrent Unrestricted Youth [2] classes were only Laina Hanaghan’s second time to show him. …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Ireland Lawler
Ireland Lawler kept her Youth 13 & Under runs consistent enough to take home the High Point Buckle from the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Kynley Bell
Snap N Go’s breakfast must have been good because she scored a 72 to win the Youth 13 & Under [2] for her rider, Kynley Bell!
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Pierre-Luc Phaneuf
In an outstanding run with the crowd in full support, Pierre-Luc Phaneuf rode Electrician to a 222 to tie for the Billingsley Ford Open Futurity Championship and win the Level …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Casey Deary
Casey Deary loves the horses he rides for Neiberger Performance Horses, and Live N On A Prayer is living up to the legacy after scoring a 222 to tie for …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Duane Latimer
Duane Latimer had a long history with Shes Got Good Guns, and was excited to show her first foal, Ziggy Rocks. With the Billingsley Ford Open Futurity Prime Time Championship …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Adam Hendrickson
Adam Hendrickson enjoyed a pleasant surprise when he found out that he won the Billingsley Ford SWRHA Open Level 2 Futurity on Gunna Bea Goodtime for Leslie Weibel.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Colin Fitzpatrick
Colin Fitzpatrick just wanted to be smooth, quiet, and safe when he entered the pen on Flamethrow, owned by Brian Bell Performance Horses. He got that and more with the …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Rylee Hestand
Rylee Hestand won her first classes at the SWRHA Futurity when she rode Gunners Doll Lena to the Ride and Slide Levels 2 and 1 [2] with a 70.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Sara Blevins
Sara Blevins and Kashnkarry stayed consistently at the top of the Ride & Slide Level 2 classes at the SWRHA Futurity winning the High Point Championship and adding the slate …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Marie O’Neal
Marie O’Neal and RS Twistin Nic had another good day at the SWRHA Futurity and will be returning to Baruch Reining Horses with two High Point Buckles for the Ride …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Lindsey Lester
Lindsey Lester made the trip from Illinois count after riding Dreamin About Sailing to the Green Reiner Level 1 [2] win and earning High Point buckles for Levels 2 and …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Katherine Wallis
After claiming the slate two Prime Time Green Reiner championship at the SWRHA Futurity, Katherine Wallis was the clear High Point Prime Time Green Reiners Champion, but that’s not all! …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Dave Silva
Dave Silva rode his trusty stud, Deja Vu With A Gun, to the Outta Dough Masters Non Pro and Petroll Reining Horses Platinum Non Pro Championships!
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2021 SWRHA – Walk Trot Champions
The Walk-Trot class at the SWRHA Futurity may have been the most competitive with all exhibitors scoring 71s to share the championship.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Leadline Champions
CUTENESS ALERT!!! These Halloween-clad cuties were mounted on equines of all sizes for the Lead Line class at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Sara Blevins
Sara Blevins rode her cuddle-buddy, Kashnkarry to the Ride & Slide Non Pro Level 2 [2] Championship at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Marie O’Neal
Two years ago, Marie O’Neal left her home country of France to learn the art of reining. In her first reining show, she won the Ride & Slide Open Levels …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Lindsey Lester
Although she isn’t new to reining, Lindsey Lester still appreciates the Ride & Slide division for what it means for the level she is at. She and Dreamin About Sailin …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Mandy McCutcheon
Despite losing some ride time to being a show mom for Carlee, Mandy McCutcheon and Gunabeaspecialnite scored a 221 to win the SWRHA Level 4 Non Pro Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Jack Medows
Jack Medows adores Chicsdreamofdiamonds therefore when her foal, Tribbiani, came of age, he was thrilled to show him! The partnership earned him an SWRHA Level 3 Futurity Championship when they …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Jana Simons
Jana Simons trusted the Tremblay Reining Horses team to find her a horse that fits her. They did just that when they paired her with Raisinthebar, and the duo won …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Emma Vanlandingham
Emma Vanlandingham was thrilled when they bought Ruf Rider from Vaughn Zimmerman. Now her excitement is validated with the Non Pro Futurity Level 1 Championship!
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Kelle Smith
Kelle Smith appreciates the history she shares with Spookified especially after winning the SWRHA Prime Time Non Pro Futurity on her.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Lilly Walters
In only her second show with Magnums Guns R Reddy, Lilly Walters won a Short Stirrup [1] Co-Championship at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Kynley Bell
Kynley Bell and Snap N Go are quite the pair. They put in a strong run to tie for the win in the Short Stirrup [1] at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Ireland Lawler
Ireland Lawler has been showing Docs Tinseltown Chic all year and while she says that he can be “difficult”, she loves him all the same. The horse and rider team …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Teddy Gerald
Teddy Gerald made his second NRHA showing of the year count winning championships in the Green Reiner Levels 2 & 1 on Xtra Rev My Holly.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Katherine Wallis
Katherine Wallis compares her favorite horse, Lil Dream Ride, to a Sour Patch Kid candy because she’s a bit salty on the outside and super sweet on the inside. As …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Dany Tremblay
Trying to top off Tinker With Dreams’s earnings, Dany Tremblay knew he had to score high in the Open [1] at the SWRHA Futurity, but even he was surprised when …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Justin “Gunny” Mathison
Gunny Mathison took a last-minute catch ride opportunity on Sparkys Shining Doll and took full advantage of it when he scored an astounding 77 to win a co-championship in the …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Clemerson Barbalho
Brazilian native, Clemerson Barbalho has a special relationship with Spooks Gotta Outfire, which he owns with Mark Weissman made even closer with the Intermediate Open [1] Championship at the SWRHA …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Giada Comparsi
Taking the reins of Whos Chocolate Whiz from owner Amy Liedtke, Giada Comparsi scored a 74.5 to win the Limited Open [1] at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Katie Davis
After a bit of a change in their warmup program, Katie Davis rode Gunna Bend And Snap, owned by Elizabeth Bibbs, to a Rookie Professional Co-Championship at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Chantal Kuhn
Things came together at the SWRHA Futurity for Chantal Kuhn and Gunnattraction when they scored a 73 to share the win in the Rookie Professional [1] for owner Elizabeth Bibbs.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – If your horse were a Jelly Bean, what flavor would he be?
The Smoking Trash Salute to the SWRHA Sires participants were a pretty sharp lot. Listen to their answers to the burning question, “If your horse were a Jelly Bean, what …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – What is your horse’s favorite scented candle?
Tough questions are…well, tough, but somebody has to do it! We asked Smoking Trash Salute to the SWRHA Sires Exhibitor Party attendees what their horse’s favorite scented candle is. Watch …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – If Your Horse Dressed Up for Halloween
In honor of the Kids Halloween Costume Parade held during the Smoking Trash Salute to the SWRHA Sires Exhibitor Party, we asked a few partiers what their horses would dress …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Jack Covington
The Smoking Trash Salute to the SWRHA Sires was a smoking success with the Embryo Transfer donated by Dr. Chelsea Makloski of Pinnacle Equine Veterinary Services bringing $3500 for the …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Stephanie Johnson
Stephanie Johnson and Sugarwhizngun pulled off two good runs to win the Prime Time Rookie [1] in an exciting runoff.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Teddy Gerald
After a long hiatus from NRHA competition, Teddy Gerald is back claiming the Rookie Levels 2 and 1 Championships on Xtra Rev My Holly.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Christina Trautman
After a year with Smart Whizard Spook, Christine Trautman may have just stumbled upon his ideal warm-up program! The duo tied for the win in the Limited Non Pro [1] …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Raeanna Thayn
Raeanna Thayn and Coded N Karma are hard to beat as they proved by winning the Non Pro [1] and Intermediate Non Pro [1] at the SWRHA Futurity.
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Peter DeFreitas
Peter DeFreitas couldn’t be more pleased with how DP Docs Misstrash, owned by Dorminy Plantation, performed when she won co-championships in all three levels of the Novice Horse Open [2] …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Josh Murphy
Josh Murphy can’t say enough good things about Jennifer Richard’s Gunna Spook You, especially after tying for all three levels of the Novice Horse Open [2] classes and all three …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – William Clutter
Although a relatively new partnership, William Clutter and Gunners Shining Star are off to a great start with wins in the Novice Horse Non Pro Levels 3 and 2 [2] …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Sarah Armenta
From Rope horse to Reiner; there are not very many horses who can successfully make that transition, but Hangin On The Line did it for Sarah Armenta and won a …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Kary Key
Kary Key and Cant Spook Me put two consistent runs together at the SWRHA Futurity earning the Novice Horse Non Pro High Point Buckle before they continue down the path …
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2021 NRHA Futurity – Lindsey McCutcheon
After logging a win in the first slate Novice Horse Non Pro Level 1 classes, Lindsey McCutcheon came back on Cash Mi Out to win the Novice Horse Non Pro …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Jason Vanlandingham
After winning The Invitational at the North American Stallion Stakes on Excessive Rufness, Jason Vanlandingham had upmost confidence in the horse’s abilities when he rode into the Coliseum at the …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Kary Key
After a rushed trip to Nebraska to qualify for the NAAC in Oklahoma City, Kary Key and Cant Spook Me showed up at the SWRHA Futurity in good form as …
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2021 SWRHA Futurity – Raeanna Thayn
Raeanna Thayn and Roseswhiz are back in the winner’s circle at the SWRHA Futurity with the Novice Horse Non Pro Level 2 [1] win. While trainer, Josh Murphy, assisted in …
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Best of the West – KC Belcher
Even with pulling double-duty for his owner, Katheryn Gabriel, and for KC Belcher, who leases him, Spookin In The Dark still shined in the show pen earning Belcher’s very first …
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Best of the West – Logan Flaherty
Despite a big bobble in his spins, Logan Flaherty and Cashing Black Chex still scored a 71 to win the ARC Youth 13 & Under and NRHA Youth 13 & …
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Best of the West – William Solentor
William Solentor is proud to ride his globe-trotting horse, Big League Yankee. With the Short Stirrup Circut buckle on his belt and the Short Stirrup [2] Championship in his laurels, …
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Best of the West – Kaylene Cunningham
Kaylene Cunningham absolutely loves KB Buds N Guns, lovingly called “Marcello”, especially after winning the ARC Youth 14-18 Championship and tied for the Circuit Championship.
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Best of the West – Carson Spetka
Carson Spetka has only had Chex The Code for a little over a month, but after winning his first buckle on him – the Never Won A Buckle award – …
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Best of the West – Danielle Stutz
Although Danielle Stutz and Colonel Hesa normally compete in Ranch Riding, they took advantage of the minimal entry requirements in the Long Stirrup 18 & Over Class to show in …
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Best of the West – Jamie Walters’s Never Won A Buckle Prime Time Rookie Award
Winning her first buckle meant the world to Jamie Walters and since then, she has been advocating for her peers to win their first buckles. The Prime Time Rookie Never …
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Best of the West – Victoria McClure
Victoria McClure rode her new horse “Flash”, better known as This Guns For You, to a co-championship in the ARC Short Stirrup class at the Best of the West
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Best of the West – Reece Brien
After helping Reece Brien win a reserve championship in the Short Stirrup [2] class at the Best of the West, Wimpys Cat Step will be getting lots of treats AND …
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Best of the West – Morris Kulmer & Dan Huss
The Pro-Am class is a fun event for Pros and Amateurs, alike, not to mention the spectators! Dan Huss and Morris Kulmer shared NVR What A Lucky Joe to top …
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Best of the West – Layla Flaherty
Layla Flaherty has been riding SS Spyderman for about a year and a half. With an ARC Short Stirrup co-championship under her belt, she looks forward to trying for a …
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Best of the West – Kalena Reynolds
Kalena Reynolds has only had Magnetize for a couple of months and they are off to a great start at the Arizona Reining Horse Association Best of the West with …
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Best of the West – Ruben Vandorp
Ruben Vandorp and his co-owner in Mr Farenheit, Max Morin have had the colt in training for the entirety of his career under saddle. That investment paid off with a …
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Best of the West – Andrea Fappani
Andrea Fappani has been enjoying great success on Teton Ridge Ranch horses, and No Photos is no exception. The two scored a 224.5 to win the Best of the West …
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Best of the West – Marco Ricotta
Marco Ricotta rode homebred filly Miss Modern Vintage to a 223.5 and the Level 3 Best of the West Futurity Championship.
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Best of the West – Cody Stark
Although he has only had Lil Ruf Tinker since April, Cody Stark is smitten with her potential especially after winning the Level 1 Open Futurity Championship at the Best of …
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Best of the West – Mary Riley Cachat
Mary Riley Cachat rode her new horse, Spooks Show Biz to an ARC Novice Horse L1 Co-Championship at the Best of the West qualifying herself for the NAAC in Oklahoma …
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Best of the West – Gayle Samuelson
Under the tutelage of her new trainer, Gabriel Borges, Gayle Samuelson rode Spooks Show Biz to co-championships in the ARC Novice Horse Level 1 Non Pro and the NRHA Novice …
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Best of the West – Jan Peterson
After a tumultuous year, Jan Peterson couldn’t have ended her AZRHA show season any better. She and her horse, Sunglasses At Nite, won every Non Pro High Point Buckle available, …
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Best of the West – Abby Budd
Abby Budd rode Gunnadream to an ARC Limited Non Pro Co-Championship at the Best of the West in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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Best of the West – Robin Filbry
Robin Filbry went from never having won a buckle to winning three buckles when she rode Red Hot Whizkey to a 70.5 winning both levels of the Green Reiner ancillary …
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Best of the West – Morris Kulmer
While some riders trade horses often, Morris Kulmer has not seen any reason not to stick with NVR What A Joe and the two have enjoyed great success together in …
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Best of the West – Tiffany Bauer
On her first Futurity horse, Tiffany Bauer tied for the win in both levels 2 and 1 of the Non Pro Futurity at the Best of the West in Scottsdale, …
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Best of the West – Luca Fappani
Luca Fappani stays busy riding every day with his father, Andrea. The hard work paid off as de won the Best of the West Non Pro Futurity on Talladega Ice.
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Best of the West – Kylie Warn
Kylie Warn’s Best of the West Level 3 Non Pro Futurity Championship was made even more special because it was on a home-raised horse: Gunna Make Mischief.
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Best of the West – Robert Peterson
In his first show one-handed, Robert Peterson rode Gotta Silver Gun to a 211.5 and the Level 2 and 1 Best of the West Non Pro Futurity Co-Championships.
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Best of the West – Veronica Williams
After Veronica Williams “chickened out” on showing Humble And Kind in the Best of the West Derby, she rode the mare to the ARC Intermediate and NRHA Intermediate Non Pro …
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Best of the West – Andrea Fappani
The victory that Andrea Fappani enjoyed in the Best of the West Open Derby was extraordinary. He tied himself for the win on two very different horses: Cee Mr Stop …
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Best of the West – Marie Kleiner
Occasionally, Mark Blake of Blake Performance Horses will share his mount with a trainer, and a quick decision about Ronni Rey Gun led to the Level 3 Open Derby Championship …
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2021 Best of the West – Dallas Wedel
While Xtra Herecomesthesun has been challenging for Dallas Wedel, he has triumphed. This was proven by his Best of the West Levels 2 and 1 Open Derby Championships won the …
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Best of the West – Wilfred Bosscha
Fred Bosscha and ARC Wimpysgottagun’s owner, Barbara Townsend, came to the Best of the West with a plan to try to qualify for both the Rookie NAAC and the Intermediate …
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Best of the West – Ashley Wilson-Hammer
Ashley Wilson-Hammer has noted the recent growth in the NRHA Affiliate programs by entering her usual Derby horse, The Star Jersey, into the ARC Open hosted by the Best of …
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Best of the West – Rebecca Woodward
Rebecca Woodard makes the trek from Texas to Arizona each year for the Best of the West show, and made the trip worthwhile with an ARC Rookie Professional Co-Championship and …
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Best of the West – Bridgette Neese
Gunnaoutshinya was the first horse that Bridgette Neeson got to ride while employed by Ricotta Performance Horses. That beginning has come full circle a year and a half later with …
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Best of the West Long Stirrup Division with Ginger Schmersal
AZRHA Vice President Ginger Schmersal is excited about the association’s new pioneer classes, the 11-18 Long Stirrup and the 19 & Over Long Stirrup.
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2021 Best of the West – Kristi Wiggins
Kristi Wiggins and RCS Ramiro swept through the AZRHA Best of the West Non Pro Derby like a whirlwind, snatching all levels that they were eligible for: 4-1.
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2021 Best of the West – Loren Booth
Loren Booth is enjoying getting to show Trashin Your Dreams after trainer Tracer Gilson, especially after winning a Prime Time Non Pro Derby Co-Championship at the AZRHA Best of the …
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2021 Best of the West – Addisyn Schmersal
Addisyn Schmersal and Face The Attitude share a special bond that shows through their success in the show pen. At the Best of the West, they continued to shine with …
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2021 Best of the West – McKenna Bein
McKenna Bein and Dee Jersey Boy have been showing together for two years and are keeping their relationship strong with a Youth 13 & Under Non Pro Derby Championship at …
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2021 Best of the West – Marco Ricotta
Marco Ricotta hasn’t had Mr Electric Spook in training for long, but things seem to be coming together for the team with the ARC Novice Horse Open Level 2 Co-Championship …
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2021 Best of the West – Linde Von Koeding
Linde Von Koeding rode Shining On Spook to the ARC Novice Horse Open Level 2 Co-Championship for owner Patricia Ruemmler.
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2021 NRHA Derby – Eduardo Ramirez
Eduardo Ramirez is another class-sweeper having won every level in every slate and high point championships in both levels of the Rookie classes at the NRHA Derby except the Prime …
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2021 NRHA Derby – Molly Cherry
Molly Cherry has big plans for Guaranteed A Magnum, lovingly called “Amos”, but still has lots to learn about him. In the meantime, she picked up a Prime Time Rookie …
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2021 NRHA Derby – Terry Saxton
Terry Saxton is still learning the “buttons” on MJG Hollywood Jersey, but kept her scores consistently high enough to win the Prime Time Rookie High Point Championship at the NRHA …
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2021 NRHA Derby – Abigail Dooley
Abigail Dooley has loved Top Haida from the start and is very proud to have won the Short Stirrup [2] Championship and the Short Stirrup High Point Championship at the …
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2021 NRHA Derby – Raeanna Thayn
At 10-years-old, Coded N Karma is living the good life now, but he’s still sharp enough to carry Raeanna Thayn to the Youth 14-18 and Unrestricted Youth Championships.
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2021 NRHA Derby – Gracie Weeks
Gracie Weeks started riding One Last Starbuck a little over a year ago, and their partnership has been solid from the beginning. They finished their week at the NRHA Derby …
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2021 NRHA Derby – Becca Schaffhauser
Becca Scaffhauser feels like she still has some things to work on with Dun Got My Rest, but the team kept their scores high enough to win the 13 & …
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2021 NRHA Derby – Lydia Bell
Lydia Bell and Chics Want My Number earned high point championships in the Youth 14-18 and the Unrestricted Youth classes with two consistent runs at the NRHA Derby.
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2021 NRHA Derby – Natalie Vargo
Natalie Vargo and Surprized have now officially swept every Green Reiner Championship available at the NRHA Derby. Once they nail those stops like Natalie wants to, there’s no telling where …
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