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The 2023 Teton Ridge Stallion Stakes was a successful 10 days in Las Vegas, Nevada. Congratulations to Clayton Edsall and Von Cali for taking the win in the Open Derby at the Stallion Stakes and earning the American Paint Horse Association’s Open Chrome Cash. Congratulations to Stephen Silva and DT Shiny N I Know It for sealing the deal in all the Non Pro divisions. Adding to the excitement to the show, there were new inductees into the National Reined Cow Horse Association Hall of Fame. Congratulations to Bill Enk, Randy Paul, Kathy Wilson and Smart Chic Olena. Their inductions are well-deserved!

The NRCHA and National Reined Cow Horse Youth Association would like to thank talented artist Shannon Lawlor for painting an incredible, original piece titled “JAQUIMA” for the NRCHA Foundation. The Foundation chose to have it auctioned off at the Hall of Fame Banquet. We extend a special thank you to Brent and Suzie Steward of Rocking BS Ranch for purchasing the piece, giving $12,500 toward NRCHA Youth activities and education.

We had some fun activities for the Youth during the Stallion Stakes, such as The Spring Olympics, which was a huge hit. The Youth competed in events such as potato sack races, egg and spoon races, ring toss and three-legged races. They learned more about our NRCHA partners and what roles they play in the association by partaking in “Capture the Sponsor.” Our Youth kids got to mix education with games, having a blast while learning how important it is to know more about the NRCHA family, how to work together and how to cheer each other on, regardless of the competition.

Our NRCHYA officers took their headshot photos for the website. We know they will represent us well!

Thank you to everyone who encourages and promotes the NRCHYA. We appreciate everyone’s support as that makes our youth grow and learn. Thank you Bailey Carter for all of your hard work and love you have put into the NRCHYA, and thank you to Todd Crawford, Kristen Cushing, Sarah Clymer and many more for always supporting the NRCHYA.

—Lilly Gilson, reporter