2021
SF AFTERSHOC+ 2020 AEPA Leading Sire By COLLEEN SCOTT
After the winners were named,
points awarded and dollars counted, it didn’t shock anyone that SF
Aftershoc (SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance)
was named the AEPA Leading Sire in all categories: number of
winners, points and payouts. The highly decorated stallion has sired
AEPA winners every year since 2014, with prize money earned by his
get totaling near $100,000.
SF Aftershoc sired the Arabian Horse Times $100,000 Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity Champion, Drops of Jupiter VH (x ERA
Madusa). Jessica Clinton had a thrilling ride on the mare to win the
title for owner Vicki Humphrey. SF Aftershoc also sired two others in
the top ten, BL Shoc Affair (x BL Torrid Affair) and Aftershocs Anzapollo (x Anzapolla Bey). In the Equine Athletic Veterinary Services sponsored
$50,000 Half-Arabian Futurity, two of the top ten winners were sired by
SF Aftershoc, SD Nuttin Honey (x Lismore’s Nuttin Better) and Eye Candy
VH (x Bothered and Bewildered). At the 2020 Scottsdale Show, another of SF
Aftershoc’s offspring, HS Shes a Shocker, (x Hush Hush) claimed a top ten in the
AEPA Conway Arabians $20,000 Country English Pleasure AOTR Maturity. All of these winning rides combined to make SF Aftershoc
the leading sire in all of the AEPA categories for 2020.
Bred by Alicia Guzman Pace, the now 15-year-old stunning chestnut was recently acquired by Hagale Family Arabians LLC from long-time owners, the Flynn
family, following the passing of renowned horsewoman L.A. Flynn. SF Aftershoc is now standing at Chrishan Park where they are thrilled to be managing the
superstar’s career.
“Aftershoc is just an amazing sire,” says Shan Wilson.
“His get did particularly well at the 2020 U.S. Nationals in all of the English
classes, but especially well in the AEPA and futurity classes.”
The stallion himself won the AEPA Futurity class in 2009
with Peter Stachowski aboard. The following year, he and Peter
returned to the ring at U.S. Nationals, capturing the Reserve
National Champion title in the U.S. National Arabian English
Pleasure Junior Horse class. His last show ring appearance was in
2013, but Shan doesn’t rule out the possibility of him returning to the ring.
“He comes out everyday with his ears up, moving forward with a lot of enthusiasm,” says Shan. “We are really excited to have him at the farm.”
New owners Jim and Mary Martha Hagale are equally thrilled. “When we were watching at U.S.
Nationals this year, I remember telling Chris and Shan that we needed to breed to Aftershoc,” Jim recalls. “They just kept calling his name out as the sire of one after another of the class winners.”
DROPS OF JUPITER VH x ERA Madusa 2020 U.S National AEPA Arabian Horse Times $100,000 Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity Champion Bred & Owned by Vicki Humphrey
Little did Jim know at the time there would be an opportunity to purchase the stallion. “We are very grateful to the Flynn family for everything they’ve done to promote this horse. Vicki Humphrey was also instrumental in managing this stallion’s career. We are honored to continue building his legacy.”
With a steady rise in the AEPA Leading Sire Overall list (SF Aftershoc now ranks 5th based on the
2020 U.S. NATIONAL TOP TENS WINNERS IN AEPA CLASSES:
2020 statistics), the future continues to look bright. Next year’s class of contenders is really promising as
BL SHOC AFFAIR x BL Torrid Affair
highest level in the 3-year-old classes, with a combined five tri-colored ribbons in the English Pleasure
AFTERSHOCS ANZAPOLLO x Anzapolla Bey
SF Aftershoc get not only did well in the AEPA classes at U.S. Nationals, but they also performed at the and Half-Arabian English Pleasure Futurity classes and Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure Futurity class.
Currently, SF Aftershoc has 195 registered foals on the ground. Chris, Shan and Jim are all looking forward to adding to that roster of already proven progeny.
“There are so many great ones out there,” says Jim. “Not only are they winning the AEPA classes, but they are also winning the other national, Scottsdale and regional championships. We are excited about the future of this great stallion and thrilled to be a part of it.”
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SD NUTTIN HONEY x Lismore’s Nuttin Better EYE CANDY VH x Bothered and Bewildered
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2020 AEPA LEADING SIRE in number of winners, points & payouts.
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The Proof is in the PROGENY... Sire of 62 National winners across multiple disciplines, earning 33 National Championships 21 Reserve National Championships 144 National Top Tens
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The Proof is in PERFECTION... 2021 Scottsdale $5,000 Platinum Performance Liberty Champion with ALL PERFECT SCORES...
twice!
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SF AFTERSCHOC …
Sending “Shoc”waves Through Scottsdale by COLLEEN SCOTT
When SF Afterschoc (SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance) took
“It was definitely a highlight of my career,” says Wilson. “And it
to the arena the last Saturday night of the 2021 Scottsdale Show in
was really great to be able to share that experience with Vicki who
the Liberty Championship Finals, the 16-year-old purebred stallion
campaigned that horse for so many years and really promoted him.
captivated the entire crowd. With Shan Wilson and long-time
He’s a special stallion and letting him show off for people was
caretaker, fan, rider and promoter Vicki Humphrey encouraging
really fun.”
him, the stunning chestnut did not disappoint. In fact, his Liberty performance, to the music of Lionel Richie’s “Dancing on the Ceiling”
That SF Aftershoc still has the charisma, incredible movement and
garnered him a perfect 50, the only perfect 50 of the show and one of
Arabian type at his age shouldn’t be a surprise to anyone that has
just a handful through the decades of the show.
followed his storied career and that of his progeny. “He’s one of a kind,” says Wilson. “He is really athletic and very forward-thinking and moving. He loves to work and still shows up every time with a lot of enthusiasm, whether he is being shown at liberty, worked in Wendell Arena or in the round pen at home.” Besides being treated to seeing SF Aftershoc in the Liberty class, there were a handful of bystanders who got to see him work under saddle. Midweek during the show, Shan needed to exercise the horse and had Jennifer Hagale (her parents, Jim and Martha Hagale, own the stallion) hop on to ride “just for fun.” After a few canter laps, she dropped the stallion to a trot and it wasn’t long before people recognized him. “We had people coming up and asking if it was Aftershoc and talking about babies they had by him or babies they had seen,” recalls Wilson. “It was really fun. We even had people come by his stall and ask to meet him.” Beyond SF Aftershoc’s dynamic Liberty performance, his progeny at the show were also remarkable. They achieved winning results across an incredibly wide range of disciplines, including Park, English Pleasure, Country English Pleasure, English Show Hack,
Jennifer Hagale Drinnon with husband, Randy, and children, Mary and James, SF Aftershoc+, Shan Wilson, and Jim and Mary Martha Hagale.
Native Costume, Hunter Pleasure, Western Side Saddle and Halter.
Captivating Moves, with Katie Long in the Half-Arabian
The titles were captured by purebreds and Half-Arabians alike, with
Country English Pleasure JOTR 14 and Under (also named
junior riders, amateurs and professionals aboard.
Reserve Champions in JTR). In all, SF Aftershoc sired six Reserve Champions.
In total, Aftershoc offspring finished in the top ten 39 times, including four champions: Eye Candy VH, in the Half-Arabian
“We were really excited to see Aftershoc’s offspring perform so well
English Pleasure Junior Horse with Jessica Clinton aboard;
in multiple disciplines,” says Wilson. “It’s just a great testament to his
Foxxy Brown, in the AHPA Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure
ability to pass on his athleticism, work ethic, go forward attitude and
AOTR; American Hustler, ridden by Haley Waldschmidt, in the
arena presence. We’re looking forward to continuing to help people
Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure JTR 14 and Under; and
select mares to breed to him.” ■
SF DESTINATION VICTRY and Jennifer Hagale
DEBONHEIR DGL and Jamie Hagale CSP HOT DAM+// and Jennifer Hagale
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HAGALE FAMILY ARABIANS …
They're Back!
Everyone at this year’s Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show would agree – seeing the stunning SF Aftershoc earn perfect scores in the preliminary and championship Liberty classes (with Vicki Humphrey and Shan Wilson presenting) were arguably the show’s highlights. At 16, the fiery chestnut stallion still has an incredible aura about him that simply draws people to him. Owned by Hagale Family Arabians, SF Aftershoc’s appearance at the Scottsdale show is indicative of the exciting things to come from the family. Owners and promoters of the great Mamage in the late 90s, the family, including mom, Mary Martha; dad, Jim; and daughters Jamie and Jennifer; stepped out of the industry for a while due to college for the daughters (who are twins), weddings and babies. But they’re back – and now the proud owners of SF Aftershoc (SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance), along with a string of show horses, a new farm in Springfield, MO, a breeding program and plans to bring excitement and enthusiasm to the Arabian industry.
by COLLEEN SCOTT
“We always loved being a part of the Arabian horse community when the twins were showing as youth riders,” says Jim. “After more than 20 years, we’re really happy to be back.” With long-time friends and trainers Shan and Chris Wilson, the Hagales recently attended the Region 12 Championship Show for the first time. “We had toured the World Equestrian Center early in the year and were very impressed,” says Jim. “We knew it was going to be a very competitive and well-attended show in an incredible facility, so we decided to come and show some of our new horses.” The new show string includes Double or Nuttin (Undulata’s Nutcracker x Ingennue), who Jamie showed to a unanimous championship in the Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure ATR Select. Also new to the family is the stallion SF Destination Victry (SF Specs Shocwave x Aparty Girl), who Jennifer showed to the championship title in the Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR and went reserve in the Arabian English Pleasure AATR. Jamie presented another addition to the Hagale family show string, Debonheir DGL (Afires Heir x Felicia Afire). The two earned a top five in the Arabian Country English Pleasure ATR Select. Jennifer showed CSP Hot Dam (Mamage x The Vintage Rose), under the lights to a Half-Arabian Park ATR championship title. “Showing in that arena with all the lights and all the people – it was so much fun,” she says. The pair was also named to the top five in the HalfArabian Native Costume. For the remainder of the 2021 show season, the family plans to attend the Region 13 Championship Show, Mid Summer Nationals, NSH Finals and U.S. Nationals. Besides participating in multiple shows, the Hagales have just started a breeding program and will be operating out of their new 100-acre farm in Springfield. This year, they anticipate having 10 to 15 babies, including some by SF Aftershoc. “He’s
Facing page: CSP Hot Dam+// and Jennifer Hagale. From top to bottom:
The Hagale Family celebrates with Mamage in 1995 and at Region 12 with
SF Destination Victry in 2021; Debonheir DGL and Jamie Hagale.
a top producer and passes on many great traits to his offspring,” says Jim. In addition to breeding to SF Aftershoc, plans for 2021 include breeding to some outside stallions, both Arabians and Saddlebreds. Owner of a Black Angus breeding business as well, Jim is no stranger to developing a successful breeding program. “We’ll be looking for the best genetic matches of stallions and mares – matches that capitalize and even improve upon the strengths of each,” he says. “Our goal is to make sure we deliver quality foals to the industry.” The Hagales also have another unique breeding opportunity. They recently purchased a Hucklebey Berry breeding in the Arabian English Performance Association/Arabian Horsemen’s Distress Fund auction. “We will be making that selection very carefully, but we’re honored to have been able to purchase the first breeding to HBB in 15 years,” he says. Whether it’s showing, breeding or supporting the Arabian community, Jim, Mary Martha, Jennifer and Jamie are committed to doing everything in a quality way. “We are really looking forward to making contributions to the Arabian horse breed,” says Jim. “It’s so exciting for our family to be a part of this community again. We’re looking forward to catching up with old friends and making new ones as we start this new adventure.”■
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Afires Heir x Felicia Afire, by Afire Bey V ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE WITH CHRIS WILSON ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 19-39 & AATR SELECT WITH JAMIE HAGALE Trained & Represented by Chrishan Park Proudly Owned by Hagale Family Arabians, LLC | www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
SF Specs Shocwave
Aparty Girl, by AA Apollo Bey
ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AATR ARABIAN ENGLISH PL AAOTR 19-39 WITH JENNIFER HAGALE
Mamage x The Vintage Rose HALF-ARABIAN PARK AAOTR & MOUNTED NATIVE COSTUME AAOTR WITH JENNIFER HAGALE Trained & Represented by Chrishan Park Proudly Owned by Hagale Family Arabians, LLC | www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
those breeders selecting SF Aftershoc+ for their breeding program this season... *indicates multiple breedings
Joe Betten Cal-Poly Pomona
Lori Lawrence, Starline Arabians* Hannah Messerli
*Cedar Ridge Arabians
Tom & Elizabeth Moore*
Juliette Dell, 6D Ranch
Susan Mulzet
Anthony Geraci
Kendyl Peters
Dan & Maureen Grossman
Prestige Farms, LLC*
*Rob Haar
ROL Lervick Arabians
*Deb Haug
James Stachowski
Diane Hicks
Shawn Stachowski
Vicki Humphrey Kim Jarvis Nicole Jopling Kingswood Farms, LLC Lauren Krohn
Jody Strand Janet Thompson Tshampagne Arabians Earleen Walter Kathy White Chris Wilson, Chrishan Park*
Proudly owned by Hagale Family Arabians, LLC Standing at Chrishan Park
For breeding information Contact Jen Wilson 602.616.6672 www.chrishanpark.com
www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE WITH SHAN WILSON ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR 19-49 ABS ARABIAN ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR JACKPOT WITH JENNIFER HAGALE
SF Specs Shocwave x A Party Girl, by AA Apollo Bey Mid Summer National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Open & AATR www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
HALF-ARABIAN PARK HORSE AAOTR MOUNTED NATIVE COSTUME AAOTR WITH JENNIFER HAGALE HALF-ARABIAN MOUNTED NATIVE COSTUME WITH CARISSA HAIGH
Mamage x The Vintage Rose Multi-National Champion www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE WITH CHRIS WILSON HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE SELECT AATR HALF-ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR MATURITY WITH JAMIE HAGALE
Undulata’s Nutcracker x Ames Deja Vu Mid Summer National Reserve Champion & NSH Finals Champion www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
ARABIAN COUNTRY PLEASURE FUTURITY WITH SHAN WILSON
Black Daniels x Templeton Rye NSH Finals Champion www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
ARABIAN PARK HORSE AAOTR ABS ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR JACKPOT WITH JAMIE HAGALE
Vegaz x CSP Gisele | Mid Summer Reserve National Champion www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE WITH CHRIS WILSON ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE SELECT AATR ABS ARABIAN COUNTRY ENGLISH PLEASURE AAOTR JACKPOT WITH JAMIE HAGALE
Afires Heir x Felicia Afire U.S. National Champion Mid Summer Reserve National Champion
Mid Summer National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Jr. Horse
AEPA HALF-ARABIAN SADDLE SEAT FUTURITY WITH SHAN WILSON
HA Toskcan Sun x Laurel Hill Pennies from Heaven www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com
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Unanimous National Champion
2021 UNANIMOUS U.S. NATIONAL CHAMPION Sire of U.S. National Champion & Reserve Champion Get
by Colleen Scott
JOY, PASSION, LOVE, FAMILY, CONNECTION— these are the reasons the Hagale family is back after a 20-year hiatus from Arabian horses. And they’re not just back—they’re back in a big way. Twin sisters Jamie and Jennifer Hagale, along with their parents Jim and Mary Martha, were a common sight on the Arabian horse circuit two decades ago and were particularly known for owning the stunning chestnut stallion Mamage (Zodiac Matador x CF Fire Magic). But life happened, the twins went off to college, got married and moved—Jamie to Steamboat Springs, Colo. and Jennifer to Nashville, Tenn. Children were next for Jennifer and Jamie and their lives seemed to be full— too full to add something else. So, they satisfied their Arabian horse passion with visits to ChriShan Park (where they rode as youth riders) on their trips back home to their native Springfield, Mo. But a few years ago, those “visits” sparked a question, “Why couldn’t we get back into this?” And the question sparked a conversation and before the twins knew it, Jim and Mary Martha were on board and the family started horse-shopping and showing. Fast forward to today and Hagale Family Arabians is fully immersed in the Arabian horse industry once again, even more so than they were before.
Cornerstone
THE
While the family has amassed an impressive show string and are in the process of building their own barn in Springfield, Mo., undoubtedly SF Aftershoc (SF Specs Shocwave x SF Sweet Elegance) is the cornerstone of their breeding program. More importantly, he’s arguably the horse that embodies their passion for the breed. Purchased in November 2020 after the passing of his longtime owner and promoter L.A. Flynn, SF Aftershoc made a stunning reappearance in the show ring at the
2021 Scottsdale Show, winning a unanimous
out there, never dropped an ear. That
championship in Liberty with Shan Wilson and Vicki Humphrey handling.
kind of planted the seed and I told the Hagales that they really needed to show him at some point.”
Those who witnessed his performance were blown away—many recalling it as the highlight of this year’s
With no specific plans for when SF Aftershoc would
Scottsdale show.
potentially return to the show ring (he hadn’t been shown in a performance class for nearly a decade), the
During their time out there, Jennifer took a few
Wilson brothers continued to work him lightly to keep
memorable casual laps around Wendell Arena with
him conditioned. Jennifer and Jamie even rode him
him. “We were trying to ride him when no one was
at the farm the weekend of a photo shoot. And, one
around,” recalls Shan. “But word soon got out and
famous photographer, Stu Vesty, even hopped on for
people were coming to watch. He was just so bright
a spin.
“The photo shoot with everyone riding him, me, Shan, Stu, the twins, really sealed the deal for me,” says Chris Wilson. “Even at the end of a long day he was still so game and looked so good.” But the family was still a little unsure about showing Aftershoc. It was a risk—he’d been out of the performance spotlight for quite a while—and what if things went poorly? Would that ultimately hurt his reputation? Mary Martha, generally the voice of reason, was especially concerned about showing him. “It was a lot of back and forth,” recalls Jennifer. “Should we show him? What if something happens? Which class should it be?” Chris concurs, “It was a big decision to show him at the U.S. Nationals. So, we just entered him and decided to take him and see how he worked there.” Ultimately, the family and Chris and Shan would decide to have Aftershoc return to the ring. They even sent out an eblast the day before announcing it. “There was no going back after that,” says Jim. The intuition the team had was right on. With Jennifer in the irons, SF Aftershoc returned in glorious fashion, capturing the ABS Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR Jackpot unanimously. “The only other experience I can compare it to was riding Mamage in Madison Square Garden,” says Jennifer. “Aftershoc was just so much fun and it was just so special. I keep watching the video over and over again.” Shan thought the horse looked incredible in the class. “He was in a great place mentally and physically and Jen rode him really well. Everything just came together. It felt like it had some magic to it. He made it look effortless.” Chris concurs, “He just looked as good as he ever has. I am sold on that horse. He is the real deal.” Jamie, who rode CSP Adriana (Vegaz x CSP Gisele) in the same class, says that it was the highlight of the show for her. “Getting to ride alongside my twin sister and then watching the awards and getting to run back in there for the photo— the energy of her winning that class was just incredible. Aftershoc is such a special horse. I’m really thrilled she had the opportunity to show him.”
“When they offer you a ride on a Legend, any excuse not to seemed lame! #IRodeAftershoc.” said Stuart Vesty to his social media followers.
Photo by Chris Wilson
‘The photo shoot with everyone riding him, me, Shan, Stu, the twins, really sealed the deal for me. Even at the end of a long day he was still so game and looked so good.” ~ Chris Wilson
THE
Af tershoc Superstars
It wasn’t just Aftershoc making headlines at U.S. Nationals. His get had the most championships at the show, with ten rose garlands being awarded to them. In addition to those ten championships, SF Aftershoc get claimed three reserve titles and 46 top tens. These were awarded in a range of classes, including halter, English pleasure, country English pleasure, driving, hunter pleasure, show hack and native costume. Lauren Adamek, owner of Captivating Shoc WA (x Captivating Style), winner of the Half-Arabian Mounted Native Costume AAOTR class, says Aftershoc is her sire of choice when it comes to her show horses. “His offspring are always so beautiful with loads of talent and personality.” Besides Captivating Shoc, Adamek also owns the purebred stallion Afterburner (x Quintessential Fire) and the 2-yearold Half-Arabian gelding The After Life (x Victoria’s Charm). “We are really excited for The After Life to start his career next year with John Rannenberg. I am very blessed to have these fabulous horses to love and show!” Many people who have bred to Aftershoc have never had the opportunity to see him show, which added to the excitement of seeing him in Tulsa. “It was a real treat to be able to watch Aftershoc show,” added Lauren. “It was awesome to see him in action and it reminded me of why we continue to buy his breedings. I personally got to spend a lot of time with him outside of the show ring. He is everything you would expect an Arabian horse to be. I am so glad the Hagale family has invested so much of their love into such an outstanding stallion, and continue to share him with us.” The Half-Arabian mare Savage Love VH (x MBA’s Nuttin’ But Thyme), captured the Reserve Champion title in the Country English Pleasure Junior Horse Championship with Jessica Clinton aboard. Owner Jenny Lau says, “This is the first Aftershoc baby that my family has owned, but I’ve seen Jess, Vicki and Andy work with so many over the years. One thing that is so clear when breeding to Aftershoc, is that you will
Left to right, top to bottom: 2021 National Winners, Culture Shoc, Shocked N Bewildered, The Eighth Wonder CRF, After Charm School, Seismic Shoc DU, Shell Shocked VH, Captivating Shoc WA, Lebron Ames, Tshampagne Tshocstar, Savage Love VH, Davinci Reflection WA, Ersa SBA.
Photos by Howard Schatzberg
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get a horse with a great temperament, which can make all the difference! ‘Nikki’ is just the sweetest mare, whether I’m giving her some love in her stall or riding her, she has such a willing and happy attitude. That, alongside her beauty and talent, make her a pretty special horse!” Wendy Potts, who captured the Arabian Hunter Pleasure Futurity title with Culture Shoc (x HF Luck Bea Lady), for owner Mari Perczak, says she has loved this particular mare ever since she first saw a picture of her. “I asked Todd Hickerson to get me a video and booked a flight to go see her right away. She was the smallest horse in that class, but you’d never know it—so much ring presence!” Lisa Blackstone, owner of Shocked N Bewildered (x Bothered and Bewildered), won both the Half-Arabian Country English Pleasure AAOTR 60 & Over and Maturity on the gelding. She was also top ten in the Half-Arabian
Country English Pleasure class with Jessica Clinton. “Vicki tells me Aftershoc is one of the kindest and most willing horses she’s ever been around. ‘Kenneth’ is the same. His ears are always up, he goes forward eagerly, trying to do whatever you ask, all with the best attitude possible! He also inherited Aftershoc’s elegant beauty and fluid motion. At only 6 years old, Kenneth has earned four national championships and two reserves in the Half-Arabian country English pleasure division which speaks to his amazing talent and picture perfect suitability in that division. Thank you Aftershoc!” The list of accolades for the stallion from owners of his get goes on and on, with the underlying theme of him passing on to his offspring an incredible work ethic, great attitude and Arabian type and beauty. THE
Af terParty
As if seeing him show and win unanimously and seeing his get perform so well wasn’t enough, like the true superstar he is, Aftershoc had his own party. Hosted by Cedar Ridge Farm, Tom and Emily Moore, Hagale Family Arabians and Arabian Horse Times, it had the feel of a Hollywood legend being bombarded by paparazzi.
Even Aftershoc doesn’t take himself too seriously, and was happy to
Jamie recalls, “So many people were there to see him, and the moment
entertain his many admirers that
they brought him out was just so special.”
lined up to take selfies with him that night for social media.
Evidence of his popularity was not only witnessed at the party itself, but all over social media, with admirers taking selfies and posting things like: “I got to meet someone famous tonight.” Jim and Mary Martha were excited to see so many people turn out to meet Aftershoc. “A lot of people came by to see him and it was such a fun night.”
THE
FutureParty While a lot of their current excitement
centers around Aftershoc’s stellar return to the ring at U.S. Nationals, the stallion isn’t the only exciting horse in the Hagale Family Arabians barn. There’s I Love Luci (HA Toskcan Sun x Laurel Hill Pennies from Heaven), who was Shan’s mount in the AEPA Half-Arabian Saddle Seat Futurity. The mare, who was Mid Summer National Champion Arabian English Pleasure Junior Horse (in a class immediately after she was named champion in a walk/trot class with Shan and Molly’s daughter Ellie), finished fifth in the AEPA class and was also top ten in the Half-Arabian English Pleasure Junior Horse class. Debonheir DGL (Afires Heir x Felicia Afire) was top ten with Chris in the Arabian Country English Pleasure class, and Jamie rode CSP Adriana to a top ten in the Arabian Park AAOTR. Jennifer piloted CSP Hot Dam (Mamage x The Vintage Rose) to top tens in both the amateur Half-Arabian Park and Mounted Native Costume classes. Another Hagale stallion, SF Destination Victry (SF Specs Shocwave x Aparty Girl) capped off an incredible year with a Reserve National Championship in Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 19-49 with Jennifer, and a top ten with Shan in the extremely competitive English Pleasure class. The Hagales were extremely proud of his performance throughout the
Top: CSP Hot Dam & Jennifer Hagale, I Love Luci & Mary Martha Hagale; Bottom: Debonheir DGL & CSP Adriana with Jamie Hagale.
year, including English pleasure championships at Region 11, 12 and 13, as well as claiming Mid Summer National Champion in both the AATR division with Jennifer and the Open with Shan. “Destination Victry is the future of our breeding program,” says Jim. “He’s had tremendous success thus far, at only 7 years of age, and we cannot wait to see
where he takes us, both in the show ring, and once his foals start developing.” “We just love him,” states Jennifer, “He’s such a joy to ride—super powerful and athletic, but also so willing to work, and he has such a great disposition. Outside of the thrill of riding Aftershoc to his unanimous win, riding ‘Dusty’ is always rewarding.” But beyond the performances and success of Destination Victry, or Aftershoc and that of his get, and even more than the victories with their other horses, the Hagale family is excited about how getting back into horses has sparked a new chapter of passion in the family. “We’ll use any motivation that gets us to see the girls and grandchildren more,” joke Jim and Mary Martha. “We get to see them a lot more often and we are all having a really great time.” Jamie concurs. “We really thought we would just be too busy to get
SF DESTINATION VICTRY
back into horses with our kids and other commitments and living out of town,” she says. “But there has been something so special about getting back into horses and spending more time with my parents and my twin sister. When the Arabian horse is in your blood, I don’t think it ever leaves.” Jim and Mary Martha are supervising the final touches of their new 100-acre farm in Springfield. The family’s future plans include continuing to breed to SF Aftershoc and their other foundation stallion, SF Destination Victry. They are also breeding to a handful of outside stallions. Besides making plans for the business side of Hagale Family Arabians, rest assured they are making plans for the family side, and the reasons they do what they do—passion, real connection, heartfelt joy and true love—for each other, their horses and the entire Arabian horse community. ■
2021 Mid Summer National Champion SF Specs Shocwave x Aparty Girl, by AA Apollo Bey Multi-Program Nominated
Contact Jen Wilson | jen@hagalefamilyarabians.com Rogersville, Missouri | 602.616.6672 www.HagaleFamilyArabians.com