Reined Cow Horse News January/February 2020

OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2020

IT’S GO TIME

A year’s goal is in sight for the riders gathered in Fort Worth to compete in the 2019 World Championship Show and the 2020 Celebration of Champions events.

2019 REGIONAL CHAMPIONS

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TIPS AND TRICKS ON ENTERING THE SNAFFLE BIT FUTURITY

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BECOMING A JUDGE

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CONTENTS////// JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2020 VOLUME 25, NUMBER 1 FROM THE NRCHA ARCHIVES

FEATURES 78 2019 Regional Champions

Riders in eight geographic regions worked all 2019 show season to take the year-end title.

naffle Bit Scenarios 120 S

The hard decision to enter the big show has been made and all that you need now is to enter the Snaffle Bit Futurity®. Easy, right? Maybe not at first glance, but with these money and time saving tips, it will be!

CIRCLE UP 10 Meet Wade Meador 16 Notable Non Pro 22 Her Cup Runs Over 28 Low Down: Beginning Fence 30 NRCHyA News

IN EVERY ISSUE 4 NRCHA President’s Letter

Look back at where the NRCHA Celebration of Champions started and how it got to Fort Worth.

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EVENT COVERAGE 36 History in the Making

As the 18th annual NRCHA Celebration of Champions gets underway, we take a look back at how it all started.

46 Boots Not Required

Grab your coat and your adventurous spirit. Let’s see what there is to do while in Cowtown.

52 Celebration of Champions Schedule 54 Past World’s Greatest Horseman Champions 60 On Their Merit

The NRCHA Merit Award Program recognizes outstanding equine performers.

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From the Judge’s Chair Dennis Moreland’s Tack Tips NRCHA Judges Directory Subscribed Stallion Program NRCHA Committee Directory NRCHA Membership Information Top Rider List Affiliate List Suspended List NRCHA Approved Events

On the cover: The 2019 World’s Greatest Horseman, Corey Cushing, riding Sonita Lena Rey (page 54).

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EMBRACING CHANGE A good habit we can adopt together

Corey Cushing, NRCHA President

With the onset of a new year, I am reminded of a quote from President John F. Kennedy: “Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.”

Change is the law of life. How true.

We cannot out smart or out run change.

It is inevitable. So instead, let’s learn how to face it head on. Often times, change is met with reluctancy and hesitation or even panic and anxiety. My friends, nothing good can come of these feelings. Let’s embrace change and reap all the benefits.

Change helps us to grow and develop, personally and professionally. The physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and financial gains can be endless.

Change reveals our strength and our character. We will never know what we are capable of until we push ourselves.

We will never know how strong we are until we are forced to accept change.

We’ve all been guilty of being stuck in a rut or set in our ways. Change can teach us flexibility and break up negative routines. The comfort zone – we’ve

been there, and even stayed there longer than we should. Change encourages us to step outside of our comfort zone, acquire new skills, set new goals and conquer challenges. With change comes new opportunities, some far beyond anything we ever dreamed possible.

Take hold of these new opportunities and own them.

Adapting how to handle change can be challenging, but like any new habit it just takes repetitive practice and a strong desire. I’m proud to say the NRCHA Board of Directors has not shied away from change. My colleagues have shown great leadership, thoughtfulness, patience, understanding and support. I am honored to work alongside them. The NRCHA staff, I believe, is still the best in the industry. The ladies have approached change head on, as well, and handled it with ease and confidence.

Even though changes happen, this doesn’t mean our morals and values change. People’s love for this sport and the association will not change. Our roots and solid foundation will not change. To the board members, staff, membership and sponsors, we are more than a team. We are family.

I wish you all the best year yet, and hope we can all work together to embrace any changes that may come our way in 2020.

Sincerely,

Corey Cushing

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MEET WADE MEADOR A lack of life direction led Wade Meador to the performance-horse world; his mentors helped shape him into the horse trainer he is today.

By Kate Bradley Byars

ALES MEADOR

Growing up in Canyon, Texas, Matthew Wade Meador could ride a horse and doctor a cow. Father and farmer, Wade the elder had a small cow-calf operation and mom Cindy was a college professor at West Texas A&M University. Only while working for a local trainer did the self-proclaimed, rebellious teenager find true direction in his life.

“I have always ridden and had horses but not in a show sense,” recalled Meador, who had worked cattle and started roping at a young age. “I didn’t get introduced to performance horses until I was 17 when I went to work for a cutting trainer, Toby Crow, in town.”

Crow needed someone to stick on

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2-year-old horses; Meador was the man for the job. Riding colts, mucking stalls and loping Crow’s horses at home and shows provided Meador’s first glimpse into the competitive performance-horse industry.

“I didn’t know anything about the performancehorse industry or what to expect—it was as simple as I wanted to ride horses,” Meador said. “I wanted to get better [at riding] so I worked for him a year-anda-half.”

After graduating high school in 2004, Meador began riding on his own—whatever a client would bring—for $600 a month.

His fortune turned after meeting future wife Kori.

Her father, Scott Bagley, sent Meador quality horses to ride. Meador also started college at West Texas A&M, but with little success. Instead of doing homework, he rode. Kori recommended he get serious about school, so he transferred to Amarillo College. Kori also pointed out that he had a knack for riding horses.

“I was just a young, dumb kid who liked to ride,” he said. “I thought I wanted to be a bronc rider, so I was riding broncs, too. I was doing a bunch of

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espite being raised with farming and cattle, Wade Meador jumped into training horses with no prior knowledge. That takes fortitude. But he knew that riding horses was where he wanted to take his life.

Meador, now 34 and a successful reined cow horse trainer, juggles his work with raising a young family with wife Kori. Based in Marietta, Oklahoma, Meador hasn’t strayed far from where he learned the industry’s ins and outs from longtime mentor Todd Crawford.

Today Meador’s work routine and its rhythm maintain his excitement for showing cow horses.

Top: Aboard Dual N Tomcat, Wade Meador has seen success in the hackamore, two rein and, now, bridle arenas.

Above: In Marietta, Oklahoma, the Meador family tries to find time to enjoy the same pastimes as Wade did when he was a child, like hunting and fishing.

stuff that wasn’t really going to get me anywhere. Kori told me that I needed to go work for someone to get this right.”

Connections with Bagley and Crow suggested Meador call Two Million Dollar rider and National Reined Cow Horse Association Hall of Fame member Todd Crawford. Unbeknownst to Meador, he asked one of the most successful trainers for a job. Crawford was

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“I had not the slightest clue who Todd was in the industry when I went there,” Meador said. “I had no idea what I was stepping into; I was a naïve kid going to work for this guy they said is the best. I did not grasp the concept.”

The trainer put Meador on a horse, pointed at a cow and told him to work it. Though green, Meador stopped and turned with the cow, cementing his job.

“He came as a very green West Texas cowboy. He left with just a little more finesse and more of a thought process behind the horse training. Actually, now, he’s got his horses trained pretty good. He’s improved dramatically since he left here, thank God!,” Crawford joked.

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Meador soon had his first true look at the lifestyle he adopted as his own.

W-O-R-K IS THE KEY

For five years Meador was Crawford’s shadow. “Cowboy Wade,” as Meador was called, learned the routine of training at home and the rhythm of getting through a horse show.

“That man [Crawford] is a machine and works harder than anybody I know,” Meador said. “That is the biggest thing—he taught me a work ethic.

Before I went to work for him, I was kind of a punk kid. I didn’t have a lot of direction in what I was going to do. The first thing I had to figure out was to forget what I thought I knew, then watch what he was doing. I knew how to ride but I didn’t know what I was doing.”

Meador clearly got hooked into cow horses while working for Crawford.

Meador’s first money-earnings were aboard Light Scooter (Smart Lil Scoot x Starlight Playmate x Grays Starlight), owned by Kalpower Quarter Horses, in 2009, at the East Coast Reined Cow Horse Classic. He won. That year he amassed $10,105.42 while riding three horses.

Meador now has earned more than $119,000 in reined cow horse, versatility ranch horse, cutting and team roping events. He credits much of his

TOP: Wade and his wife, Kori, are both avid horsemen. Kori enjoys team roping.

BOTTOM: Kixie, aboard her jumping pony, and Kall are following their parent’s footsteps, making their own way in the horse world.

success to the work ethic he learned from Crawford. He also credits his wife with pushing him to pursue training in the first place. They married after Meador had been at Crawford’s for three years.

“Meeting my wife and her seeing something in me, then by God’s grace going to work for him [Crawford] and [wife] Pam—an excellent family to us— was a blessing that I didn’t know I needed,” Meador said.

After four years Meador was offered the resident-trainer position with Gardiner Quarter Horses in Kansas.

Few young trainers would pass up the opportunity. But Meador did.

“It [the job] was [a set up] any of us young guys would love to have — being on great horses and going to the major shows on somebody else’s dollar,” he said.

He also asked his mentor about his own readiness for the job and was told to figure that out himself. Crawford hadn’t shown his first cow horse until age 30 and Meador was 26 at the time, so a little ahead of the game.

“I had just married, and was going to have a baby. I thought about it long and hard, but ultimately I stayed with Todd another year because I felt I wasn’t ready,” Meador said. “That year was a figuring-out year for me, to see where I was in life. I had a baby and was going to have another baby. When I left [Crawford], it was the first of December and my son, Kall, was a month old and Kixie was a year-and-a half, and we had one horse in training.”

Now on his own, Meador rented stalls out of Don Murphy’s barn. The longtime reined cow horse trainer shared professional insights, particularly about Meador developing his own style as a trainer. Meador now could design his program. But first he needed clients.

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“Being a young trainer and making a stand on your own without a customer or clientele, you have to learn to make something out of nothing,” Meador said. “I had to get what I could [do] done on what[ever] horse I had. Here and there, I gained more customers, a little at a time. But a little at a time doesn’t fully sustain you. I learned I had to do other things, like giving lessons.”

ROAD TO SUCCESS

Lessons with Non Pro riders sustained Meador through his first year as a trainer. Those lessons continued to be a boon to his business and have brought many blessings to his life.

Providing lessons introduced Meador to Martha Jo Soule. They met initially at a Stock Horse of Texas show. Then Meador helped her purchase her first true cow horse, ARC Alil Cash Please (Chic Please x Precious Lil Cash x Nu Cash).

“Wade had ridden ‘Cash’ at Todd Crawford’s place,” recalled Soule.

“Wade was the perfect match [for me] to continue with Cash and for me to learn the reined cow horse. Within two or three lessons, I thought Wade was fabulous. He knew his stuff. Wade is good for my personality and he pushes me out of my comfort zone; he pushes me but not to the point where I wouldn’t want to ride anymore. If I think back to where I was as a rider when I started with him until today, it is unbelievable.”

Meador coached the Select Non Pro rider, aboard Dual N Tomcat, to the 2019 American Quarter Horse Association Select Boxing World Champion title.

Meador had connected with the gelding Dual N Tomcat (Tomcat Chex x Dual N Mary x Dual Rey), when the horse was young. In 2017, for then-owner McKenna Ivey, Meador had ridden the gelding to the AQHA Level 2 Junior Working Cow Horse World Champion title. “Tom Tom” continues his NRCHA career as a bridle horse. The pair placed seventh in the Open Bridle class at the 2019 NRCHA Stallion Stakes.

The gelding demonstrates what Meador wants to achieve with his training program. He enjoys providing lessons, but wants to train horses he can show successfully. As a result, it’s transition time, as Meador phases out giving outside lessons to spend more time training.

“I had to stop taking new lesson riders unless they had a horse in training,” he explained. “I am grateful for the people [the lessons] brought me and the exposure—don’t get me wrong—but I want to go a different direction with my business in the future. I want to have horses to show [in the Open], no matter if they are futurity, derby or bridle horses.”

Given the past year, the trainer thinks he is on that track. He likes showing horses of all ages and making a horse that lasts for years.

“That takes getting one young and being able to build and go on from that,” Meador said. “It is a slow process, and the more you win, the more horses come to you. It doesn’t happen as fast as you want it to but that is the nature of the industry.”

That industry’s nature also finds the horse-trainer parent missing his children’s extracurricular activities. As

Kixie, 9, and Kall, 8, grow, Kori most often attends Kixie’s pony-jumping or basketball lessons and Kall’s American Ninja Warrior class. Her husband makes a point of stepping away from the barn when possible.

“There is not usually a lot of scheduled downtime set aside and we throw our things in the mix as it works on a day-to-day basis,” Meador said. “We add our family fun into our show schedule. We adapt and sometimes it works, and sometimes it doesn’t.”

But with work comes success and with success comes flexibility.

“We do what our lifestyle allows us to get done,” said Meador, acknowledging that changes will come to allow more family time. “But right now is a grinding time for us as a business. That doesn’t allow a lot of free time but we make the best of it. One of these days it will pay off.”

The payoff could be a career as successful as his mentor’s.

“I’ve got to be kinda proud of him.

It’s a rough business,” Crawford said.

“It isn’t only hard to train and learn to train, but also to get the customers.

There is a whole other side of the horse business that you have to deal with to be successful. To be able to do all of those things takes a lot. It is good to watch him be able to succeed.”

With a clear vision of a successful future, enthusiastic Non Pro riders and horse owners in the barn, and a good training education backing him, Meador sees only good things ahead.

“I just want to keep climbing up the ladder,” Meador said. “I have good horses in the barn and good customers; I own my own place. I want to win as much as anybody else does, and that will come. But my goals are to have good customers, good horses and keep my family good.”

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NOTABLE NON PRO Kenny Schueller is a relatively late-blooming Non Pro, but the farmer and concrete company owner derives great joy from his horses’ accomplishments in the show pen.

By Abigail Boatwright

FROM FARM TO FUTURITIES

Growing up, Schueller rode horses for fun, when he wasn’t working on the family’s dairy farm. When he was younger, he gravitated to horses with color, such as buckskins, grays and blue roans. He dabbled in breeding for color and made some money that way, but around 2006, he developed an interest in pedigrees. He was breeding horses for use on the farm. But then his breeding program took a rather large detour when he received direction from a new source.

“A friend of mine hooked me up with Luke Jones,” Schueller said with a hearty laugh. “We ranch and farm, so we’ve always had cattle and worked

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enny Schueller’s laugh is contagious. The Scales Mound, Illinois, farmer is a likeable guy, and always up for a good time. But, he’s also a serious Non Pro competitor. Schueller’s horses have made the finals in all the major reined cow horse events, some in Open with trainer Luke Jones, others he’s ridden himself in the Non Pro. How did this concrete company owner find his way down the fence at the highest levels? A little luck, dogged hard work and a chance encounter with a good trainer.

When not horseback, Kenny Schueller is working on his excavating business.

them horseback, but I was pretty sheltered about horse shows, until I met Luke. He’s the reason for my ‘addiction.’”

Schueller and Jones discussed various horses to launch the former into the reined cow horse world, but none quite fit the bill. So in 2008, Schueller went back to looking for his first love— a good gray horse—and his second, a good pedigree. He settled on a daughter of Playgun that he bought from Dick Pieper. The mare’s name was PG Blue Agave (out of Miss Lena Ray Pep,

by Peppy San Badger), and Jones took her to the National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity® in

2008. Schueller laughed thinking about her trajectory from green broke to show horse. “[Jones] trained her for a couple of years and then went to Reno and made the Intermediate Open and Limited Open futurity finals,” Schueller said.

“And I thought ‘well, this is easy.’ ” In 2010, Schueller decided to join in the fun and bought a bridle horse from Jones to begin competing in the Non Pro. Then, he moved on to riding futurity horses himself. Schueller has fallen in love with cow horses, and the community around them.

“I love how broke they are, how versatile they are and what you can do with them,” Schueller said. “And I love the people. It’s a great sport, and everybody’s just so willing to help everybody. I can’t even count how any friends I’ve made in the cow horse world across the country. This is a really awesome thing to be involved in.”

Along the way, Schueller and Jones created an easy friendship that goes beyond the horses. Part of that is because Jones described Schueller is fun to be around.

“I don’t know anybody that doesn’t like Kenny,” Jones said. “He’s very positive and complimentary to everybody, and he’s just the type of person that is great for the entire industry.

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The oldest of six children, Schueller partners with his brother, Bobby, on their farm of about 1,500 acres, focused on corn, soybeans and alfalfa. They also run 300 head of mother cows, and Schueller’s reined cow horses pull double duty doing ranching work.

“I love the farming,” Schueller said.

“My favorite part is the cows. My brother is more into the crops, so we work well together.”

In 2000, Schueller started a concrete and excavating business. His company, Schueller Concrete Inc., pours concrete.

In 2010, he and girlfriend Jen Fjelstad purchased Windy Hill Excavating. He said the best part of his business is working with his crew and customers, as well as building objects out of dust.

“I also like that you start with nothing and see what you can create,” Schueller said. “We start with a clean slate, we’re in a different location almost every day, and it’s cool to see what you’ve done at the end of the day.”

Fjelstad and her daughters, Addison and Laney, also ride reined cow horses.

The girls are highly competitive, and Addison has won multiple youth world championships in NRCHA and AQHA. The couple met at a horse show and have been together for two-and-a-half years.

Fjelstad noted that horses are a source of relaxation for Schueller.

“Horse shows, even though they’re a lot of work and it’s a ton of work to

keep your horses at a level at which you can compete—to him, that’s his getaway,” Fjelstad said. “It’s his release from stress.”

Schueller’s good attitude draws friends wherever he goes, said Fjelstad.

“He’s the competitor that is extremely competitive, and good at what he does, but he loves the sport of it and the camaraderie more than the wins,” she said. “He’s the guy that people navigate toward because he’s always laughing, he’s always smiling. He’s always finding the positive in things. You know that no matter how you did, you can come out of that ring and hear his laugh and forget about what went wrong, and focus on what’s next.”

Fjelstad also said Schueller’s sportsmanship serves as inspiration for her daughters.

“He’s been a huge influence on my daughters—it’s so good for them to see him bring that lighter side of competition,” Fjelstad said. “They realize that it’s so much bigger than just the run and the win. It’s about the whole picture.”

SHARPENING HIS SKILLS

Schueller tracked his journey from owner to riding a bridle horse, to working with futurity horses, and feels a sense of accomplishment with how far he’s progressed with his horsemanship.

“Being able to show a futurity horse, coming in with no competition background, is something I feel proud of,” Schueller said. “Coming in to this, I thought I knew how to ride, but all I knew how to do was stay on them. So being able to get to this level, with these horses, I’m pretty proud of that.”

Amongst his accomplishments, Schueller counts one as his favorite.

At the Road to Texas Futurity in Rapid City, South Dakota, one year, the prize

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Schueller is also serious about his horses, which Jones admires.

“Both of us are open-minded and really honest about horses,” Jones said. “I respect his opinion, I think he respects my opinion, and we get along really well. He’s the type of guy that you want for a friend.”

Schueller works with cattle in the show pen and at home.

for highest fence score—Open or Non Pro—was a Damascus steel handmade knife. Jones was leading after winning the high score in the Open, but then Schueller rode in the Non Pro. “I ended up beating him by half a point, and I won that knife,” Schueller recalled with glee. “I’m very proud of that.”

Schueller has a habitual presence in the finals at the Stakes and Futurity and other events, but he’s still always chasing the top title.

“I’m still looking for a major championship,” Schueller said. “I haven’t gotten that nailed down yet. But I am working toward that goal. I sure would like to win at any of the premier events, especially the Non Pro Futurity.”

Last year, Schueller was competing with a great derby horse named Robs A Smart Cat (Dual Smart Rey x Cat Mate x High Brow Cat). He had high hopes for their partnership, but while

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showing at the NRCHA Stallion Stakes in Las Vegas, the sorrel gelding came up lame. He ultimately foundered, requiring humane euthanasia.

“He was probably the best horse I’ve ever had,” Schueller said. “When I climbed on that horse and rode into the pen, I knew I could get something done. I knew they were going to have to beat me [that day] because I was just so confident on that horse.”

Discouraged and thinking it would take a long time to find another horse he got along with as well as Robs A Smart Cat, Schueller took some time off from competing while he worked with his upcoming futurity horses. One of those horses is 2016 red roan gelding Seven S Red Robin (Blind Sided x Seven S Dixie Chic x CJ Sugar Lena). At the Snaffle Bit Futurity last year, Schueller and the gelding made the finals.

It’s a common sight to see Schueller in the show pen, like at the Stallion Stakes in Las Vegas. In 2017, he showed The Metal Show, seen here.

“‘Big Red,’ as we call him, is every bit as good to get along with as [Robs A Smart Cat] was,” Schueller said. “I’m just really excited with him. I’m starting to feel the same way about Red as I did [riding] Robs A Smart Cat. He’s just solid in all three events.”

Schueller and Jones partnered on another horse, 2016 sorrel stallion Playgirls Merada Cat (Cats Merada x Playgirls Miss Grace x Mister Dual Pep), who shows promise. Jones competed on him at the 2018 Open Futurity.

“I’ve been fortunate,” Schueller said.

“I’ve been lucky. I’ve had some great horses through the years, but these two are probably some of the best.”

From a breeder with little knowledge to a strong competitor that brings sportsmanship with him to every event, this concrete cowboy found his niche in the reined cow horse world.

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HER CUP RUNS OVER Northern California horsewoman Sarah Davis knows exactly what she wants in a horse.

Her instincts in choosing horses and trainers are paying off in the show pen.

By Katie Navarra COURTESY OF SARAH DAVIS

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arah Davis has strict horse shopping criteria. Her ideal horse is a compact, chunky bay gelding.

She’ll buy stallions, but she’s not interested in the breeding game. She won’t consider a solid red horse, despite her first pony club mount being a chestnut. And, mares are out of the question for this native Californian.

It’s these strict guidelines that have evolved her into a successful National Reined Cow Horse Association owner.

But, she didn’t start out with hard stopping, cow-turning horses.

Davis’ parents introduced her to horses as a youngster by enrolling her in Pony Club. She competed in English events, including jumping and fox hunting.

Growing up in Northern California, she was close to ranching country and her father was friends with the owner of Ellis Ranch Company in Tuscarora, Nevada.

“As a teenager I’d go out with the wagon, we’d set up tepees and stay out there for weeks while we branded calves,” she said. “There were thousands of acres of land leases. I loved

Short N Catt is the ideal bay horse Sarah Davis aspires to own. The added bonus with this gelding is that he loves to snuggle with her.

seeing the old broken down homesteads and the mustangs.”

At age 17, a car accident left Davis permanently paralyzed. Unable to ride, she took the next decade off from horses. During that time, she lost both her mother and father to cancer. She needed to find a new normal and decided that

horses had to be a part of that, even if she couldn’t ride.

She reconnected with fellow Pony Clubber Danika Fleming around the same time she bought her first horse in years, Jos Neat (Sanjo Colonel x Solisa Cal Bar x Cals Neat Star). At the 2010 Western States Horse Expo, she saw a chunky bay walk by with a number on his hip and had to have him. Jos Neat was 14 at the time and trained as a cow horse, an event she knew nothing about at the time.

“He was everything I wanted in a horse,” she said. “He just had a certain look about him and a laid back, easy going personality.”

Davis asked Fleming if she would show him in Western dressage. After some success in the show pen, Davis was hooked and eager to expand their competition experiences. Fleming introduced Davis to reined cow horse trainer Ricky Nicolazzi, who had known Davis’ father, but had not worked with the family.

“That’s when it all started to go downhill,” Davis said jokingly. “I thought I’d stay with two horses and now I’m up to five.”

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Nicolazzi helped her find then 4-yearold Its Bingo Time (Peptos Lil Bingo x BBR Perfect Timin X A Chic In Time), a horse she no longer owns. He also was instrumental in her purchase of Short N Catt (Sophisticated Catt x Shortys Sugar Sue x Shorty Lena). Short N a 2011 gelding, as a 3-year-old before recommending she send him to nowtrainer Phillip Ralls.

Short N Catt has lived up to her expectations of what every bay horse should be. Despite missing his futurity year because of a fractured coffin bone that required a six-month layup, “Jag” has come back stronger than ever.

Nicolazzi also helped her find those in her current string, 2014 Metallic Rays (Metallic Cat x Margaret Rey x Dual Rey) and 3-year-old More Metal (Metallic Cat x Reycy Cowgirl x Dual Rey). She also owns a 2-year-old, Once In A Dark Alley (Once In A Blue Boon x KF Smart Lil Alley x Smart Little Lena), and 2018 roan stallion Sundae Rebel (Metallic Rebel x Starstruck Ichic x Cat Ichi).

Ironically, she now has more red roans in her string than bays. Athleticism and the curb appeal of roans encouraged her to expand her options. But she won’t budge on the gender, mares are not an option. Ultimately, Davis wants a horse that she’s proud to have in her string and would look pretty in the pasture if, God forbid, something happened and it couldn’t compete, she said.

“She was the first client to give me a 3-year-old to train for a futurity and my first client to give me a derby horse,” Nicolazzi said. “She’s always supported me and [has] been behind me. We’re like brother and sister. She’s always telling me that I better be ready to win.”

At the 2017 Snaffle Bit Futurity® in Fort Worth, Texas, Nicolazzi had the

As a youth, Davis rode English in the Pony Club and also spent time in Nevada moving and branding cattle.

high preliminary reining score aboard Metallic Rays—a special moment for trainer and client alike. Under Nicolazzi’s guidance, the stallion has earned more than $65,000.

“When we accomplish something as a team, it’s a victory for all of us,” Davis said. “We’re all equal partners and when we can celebrate new experiences together it’s really rewarding as an owner.”

Davis has a keen eye choosing horses the right horses for her string; however, it’s her selflessness and determination that are most inspiring to her friends and fellow competitors. She travels to horse shows to cheer on her team in good

weather and bad, and even when she’s not feeling well, Fleming explained.

Fleming’s family often attends shows to cheer on Davis and her horses. They all wear purple—even Nicolazzi—because it’s Davis’ favorite color.

“She is at those shows from beginning to end and never complains,” Fleming said. “She is upbeat and happy, a glass half full kind of person. She is someone we should all try to be more like.”

Fleming and Davis have also said they are as close as sisters. When Fleming bought her daughter a reining horse for Christmas last year, “Aunt Sarah” bought all the horse’s necessities—from polo wraps to mane conditioner.

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In spite of her physical challenges to riding, Davis still enjoys owning horses and being part of the performance horse industry.

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“Even though they aren’t cow horse shows, Sarah says she’s planning on going to cheer my daughter on,” Fleming said.

Family friend Sandy Ballou adds that Davis is equally generous with her time when it comes to introducing other equestrians to new disciplines and the general public to horses in general. After her father’s passing, she took over his role organizing the horse events at the Nevada County Fair.

“She makes sure that all disciples, styles and training methods are represented to educate the public about what they can do with horses,” Ballou said.

“She is an admirable young lady who is generous with her time and doesn’t want any sympathy for all of the adversity she’s overcome.”

While attending shows, Ballou has been impressed by the entire reined cow horse community who has welcomed Davis with open arms. She has a solid group of close friends and supporters who help her chase her dreams.

NRCHA Million Dollar Rider Phillip

Bridle Champion title, winning both the preliminary go round and the finals..

They were also crowned California Rodeo Salinas Open Bridle Champions for the second consecutive year.

“Having Phillip celebrate his first Salinas win on my horse was pretty special,” she said. “Moving Jag to Phillip has taken me places I never thought I would go and it’s afforded me the opportunity to have my horses compete at those events.”

Celebrating big wins is always welcome for trainers and their owners. But Ralls said it’s the relationship Davis has with Jag is what’s most remarkable. When she visits, Jag leaves his hay and rests his head in her lap. In the warm-up pen he’s the quintessential “hot horse” spooking at banners and needs to be ridden down, though that energy fuels his dynamic fence turns, Davis said. Once back at the stall, he is an oversized puppy dog.

“He is the best cuddler, I call him my snuggle horse,” she said. “He lays his head in my lap and would stay there all day. He follows me around if I want to lead him.”

But Davis says, she couldn’t do any of this without friend Irma Carangue, who travels with Davis to the barn or shows.

“I can’t do this alone. Irma isn’t a horse person, but she loves on them like they are puppy dogs. I’m so thankful she enables me to do the things I enjoy,” Davis said.

In spite of personal heartache, Davis found a way to continue to enjoy what she loved—a good horse. Today, her love of those horses enables her to support the industry that has welcomed her with open arms.

Ralls currently shows Short N Catt for Davis. Ralls added that Davis doesn’t sugar coat anything, she is all straightforward and everything is black and white. She also trusts his decisions, including allowing Ralls to ride her horses for roping and branding chores.

Those are qualities he appreciates.

“I feel like it’s a good partnership because I can tell her exactly what I’m doing and why,” he said. “She’s been around long enough to understand the highs and lows and trusts me to do what’s right for her horse. That’s a good feeling from a trainer’s perspective.”

This year Ralls and the bay gelding won the NRCHA Derby Open Bridle Champion title and the Reno SBF Open

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THE LOW DOWN: BEGINNING FENCE WORK Don’t miss out on the chance to try the Beginning Fence Work class in 2020.

Here is what you need to know.

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he National Reined Cow Horse Association shined the spotlight on the transitional Beginning Fence Work class during the 2019 Snaffle Bit Futurity®, presented by Metallic Cat, and awarded Canadian Non Pro Lauren Boychuk with the win.

The class, while not brand new, still draws questions from potential entrants.

In this class, riders box the cow on one end then drive it down the fence to the opposite end where they box again. To complete the run, riders again drive the cow back down the fence but do not perform a fence turn. The NRCHA is provisioning this class as another option for boxing competitors to show.

Currently, the Beginning Fence Work class is open to Non Pro Limited, $5,0000 Non Pro Limited and $1,000 Non Pro Limited eligible riders and is a provisional class for the 2020 and 2021 show years.

Here, the NRCHA breaks down the key points to eligibility and how the class runs at a show.

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First, know that earnings in Beginning Fence will never count towards fence earnings; they are boxing earnings only. The NRCHA will not claim earnings in this class as fence earnings to bump riders out of the boxing—you can show in it as long as you like.

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The class is a forced entry in the Non Pro Limited. Just like riders in the Intermediate Open Bridle and Hackamore or the Select Non Pro Bridle and Non Pro Limited, you must enter the Non Pro Limited class then enter the Beginning Fence Work. This is necessary to allow competitors to make one rein work run and two cow work runs.

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The NRCHA Rule Book states that rein work must be a part of every class. In effort to save exhibitors an additional reining run and show managers time, entries in the Non Pro Limited and Beginning Fence will make one rein work run concurrent for both classes, but two cow runs. Riders will complete their rein work run then call for their cow and box – standard operating procedure. Beginning Fence Work riders

will return to the arena, at a separate time, and complete their cow work only, box-drive-box-drive.

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The standard fall back provision does apply to this class. You may fall back to the Beginning Fence Work class if you’ve reached the age of 50; if you’ve earned less than $750 in a fence work class but not reached 50 years old and petition the NRCHA Board of Directors for special consideration.

However, you can only fall back once.

You may not go down the fence again in any judged classes or events, with the exception of horse sales, and remain in the Beginning Fence Work class.

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As a reminder, this is a provisional class for 2020 and 2021 and will not count for regional standings, national standings or World Show qualification.

Earnings will count toward horse and rider lifetime boxing earnings and eligibility. Earnings will not count toward Merit Awards.

For more information, see pages 25 and 26 of the 2020 NRCHA Rule Book.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL TOUGHNESS

By Tucker Gillespie RIMO MORALES

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he need for mental toughness is something we all have experienced at some point, even if we didn’t realize it at the time. In recent years, I have seen that mental toughness can be the dividing line between the good and the great. There are plenty of talented riders that refuse to put in the work.

I have been riding horses since I was 4 years old, and I can still become frustrated with a horse on a daily basis. However, it is this same frustration that has helped me to become a better rider, and better handle the stress of everyday life.

Mental toughness is more than just a gift. Instead, it is something that requires an endless amount of work and can be improved constantly. It’s through this work that we are rewarded with traits such as perseverance and work ethic. These valuable traits do nothing but help you in all of life’s endeavors.

I, for one, look up to people who have these traits and strive to acquire them myself. Time and time again, I have seen talented people fail because they didn’t put in the effort, or they let something someone said take it all away.

Mental toughness is important in everyday life, but even more important in working cow horse. Every decision you make turning that cow down the fence is important and mentally taxing. Mental toughness can be the difference between a talented beginner and a seasoned expert.

Looking forward toward the National Reined Cow Horse Association Cele-bration of Champions this February, I hope you all can put in the work, push through the frustration and take home that championship buckle.

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HISTORY MAKING in the

As the 18th annual NRCHA Celebration of Champions gets underway, we take a look back at how it all started.

THE 2020 NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION CELEBRATION OF CHAMPIONS BRINGS REINED COW HORSE ENTHUSIASTS FROM FAR AND WIDE to Will Rogers Memorial Center to crown the 2019 World and National Champions. What some fans might not realize, though, is that the NRCHA world championships trace back to 2004 when the event first took place in Stephenville, Texas. Creation of a world show exclusively for reined cow horse competitors was the brainchild of NRCHA Hall of Fame rider Dan Roeser, chair of the Affiliate Committee at that time.

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Designed with the weekend reined cow horse enthusiast in mind, Roeser announced the official unveiling of the regional system and with it “a new era for NRCHA horse show classes.”

Initially, six regions were named—the Southwest, Northwest, South Central, International, Eastern and North Central.

According to the new rules, the champion in a class/division of each region would be the Regional Champion, the champions of the World Championship

another individual who was intimately involved in planning that first world show. In fact, the Bell family’s Kalpowar Quarter Horses sponsored that event.

In the December 2003 issue of the Stock Horse News, Bell commented, “We think that holding this World Championship Show is one of several significant steps that the NRCHA has taken recently to truly broaden and showcase reined cow horses to the entire United States.

Consequently, it was very important to us to help make this show successful.”

The 18th Annual

The 2020 NRCHA Celebration of Champions is the culmination of a year’s worth of hard work for many trainers, owners and riders. The event is actually three horse shows in one—the Tres Osos

“It’s a great honor. This is a family and every single person here is going through the same thing, they have the same goals in mind, so never be intimidated because you will be welcomed and embraced. From the office to the trainers to the people who work here, it’s incredible and it’s worth it.” —Non Pro competitor Garrell Reilly Show would be the World Champions, and the year-end champions would be the National Champions. Originally, the Board announced that the top 10 horses in each of the 11 NRCHA yearend horse show classes in each of the six regions would be invited to the inaugural NRCHA World Championship Show.

From the outset, combining the world show with a derby made it ideal to maximize cattle usage and minimize cattle costs while creating great opportunities with the weekend competitor in mind.

While regions and championship horse show divisions have expanded over the years to eight and 15, respectively, the guiding objectives remain the same.

NRCHA Vice President Larry Bell was

Cow Horse Derby for 4- and 5-year-old horses, the DT Horses and Hashtags’ World’s Greatest Horseman and MARS Equestrian™ World’s Greatest Youth Horseman, and the Celebration of Champions for the top horses and riders from each of the NRCHA’s eight geographic regions.

The World Championship classes begin with a preliminary round and those scores determine who will advance to the clean-slate finals later in the week.

Points earned in the World Championship classes count toward the yearlong race for NRCHA National Championship title in each horse show class. The total points accumulated during the entire 2019 show season determine National Champions.

“It’s a great honor,” said Non Pro competitor Garrell Reilly of her experience at last year’s Celebration of Champions.

“This is a family and every single person here is going through the same thing, they have the same goals in mind, so never be intimidated because you will be welcomed and embraced. From the office to the trainers to the people who work here, it’s incredible and it’s worth it.”

The entire show will be broadcast live and free of charge by NRCHA’s Official Videographer, Equine Promotion. Find the link to the live stream at NRCHA. com.

Outside the Arena

Beyond the in-arena excitement, the ever-popular DT Horses and Hashtags’ World’s Greatest Horseman Reception recognizes elite horse and rider pairings during a back number presentation ceremony. The reception is scheduled for Saturday, February 15, at 7:30 p.m. in the Round Up Inn. All are welcome to attend!

Another celebratory function is the NRCHA Year-end Awards Banquet on Friday, February 21, at 7:30 p.m. in the Round Up Inn when all the hard-earned year-end championships are awarded.

Merit awards, Affiliate of the Year and other prestigious honors are presented at this time. The banquet is a ticketed event, though the ticket price is much lower in 2020 than in previous years, as a way to give back to attendees. Additionally, a free World’s Greatest Horseman reception is available. The World’s Greatest Horseman Finals—always a ticketed event that sells out—on Saturday, February 22.

Watt Arena hosts the Winter Premier Horse Sale on Saturday, February 22 at 11 a.m., and don’t forget to stop by the Sponsor Showcase where NRCHA sponsors feature many fine products.

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Lone Star Arena – Stephenville, Texas, February 25-28, 2004

Lone Star Arena – Stephenville, Texas, February 22-25, 2005

One hundred twenty nine entries attended the inaugural event, which added $16,500 and paid out $54,504. The largest checks were awarded in the Open Bridle and Open Hackamore, each winning $3,450. The Open Bridle World Champion was Smart Time Tuck (Senors Lil Brudder x Smoke Time Tuck x Doc Tom Tucker) ridden

by Lyn Anderson for owner Kathryn Schaefer.

The Open Hackamore World Champion was Dun It Big (Hollywood Dun It x Genuine Redbud x Genuine Doc) ridden by Jay Holmes for Triple J Ranch.

Entries more than doubled for the second NRCHA World Championships with 273. The show was a good one for the Murphy family with Don and Sparking Train (Shining Spark x Sister Train x Reminic) winning the Open Two Rein World Championship and third in the Open Bridle for owner Tony Costa. Don’s daughter, Nelle, and the recently retired Bald N Shiney (Shining Spark x Leos Raffle Lady x Hank Leo) topped the prelims and finals of the Non Pro Bridle.

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Lone Star Arena – Stephenville, Texas, February 18-24, 2006

Lone Star Arena – Stephenville, Texas, February 19-24, 2007

A trio of NRCHA Hall of Fame inductees judged the world show— Carl Gould, Smoky Pritchett and the late Benny Guitron. An impressive $45,500 in added prize money drew 111 entries for a total payout of $142,650. Winning the Youth Bridle World Championship was Sarah Winters, also known as top ranked NRCHA Professional Sarah (Winters) Dawson. Sarah showed Dunnit Leanin (Lean With Mia x Miss Day Glo Dun It x Hollywood Dun It), belonging to her dad Richard Winters.

Kenneth England rode Start Me A Tab (Tangys Classy Peppy x War Lano Missy x Docs Solano) for owner Tom Warriner to the Open Bridle World Championship and $7,400. T.J. Good had a work off against himself with his two Limited Open Bridle finalists, finishing champion and reserve. Good rode Neat Starlight for Marilyn Harris to the world title and Camiseta Peppy for Linda Mars to reserve.

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Lone Star Arena – Stephenville, Texas, February 16-22, 2008

The 2007 NRCHA World Championship Show featured $65,500 in added prize money and drew 231 entries. Open Hackamore World Champion was Holy Cow Performance Horses’ Shady Lil Starlight (Grays Starlight x Shady Lil Cat x High Brown Cat) ridden by Jake Telford to $9,063 in earnings.

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First Community Credit Union Spur Arena – San Angelo, Texas, January 31-February 2, 2009

Finishing as Limited Open Bridle World and Reserve World Champions were two horses ridden by Blue Allen of Alamosa, Colorado. Chics Peppy Pistol (Smart Chic Olena x Ms Silverita x Peppy San Badger) earned the championship for owner Jack Rosenbaum, while reserve was Double R Wright Way (Dual Peppy x Double R Cody x Double R Doc) owned by Susan (Halle) Lyle.

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First Community Credit Union Spur Arena – San Angelo, Texas, January 30-February 7, 2010

The 2009 NRCHA World Championship Show is dubbed the NRCHA Fort Dodge Animal Health Celebration of Champions.

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First Community Credit Union Spur Arena – San Angelo, Texas, January 29 – February 6, 2011 The 1999 stallion Topsails Rien Maker (Topsail Cody x Jameen Gay x Toby Gay Bar) and Russell Dilday claim their third World’s Greatest Horseman Championship scoring an 874.5 (217 herd/218 rein/220 steer/219.5 cow). Earnings of $30,000 made “Slider” the first reined cow horse to cross the $300,000 earnings threshold with $320,000.

Despite a cold snap billed as “Snowmageddon,” competition was hot. Hes Wright On (Lenas Wright On x Shesa Lota Nic x Reminic), ridden by Doug Williamson for Garth and Amanda Gardiner, earned the Open Bridle World title by 10.5 points over second with a 448 (222 rein/226 cow) worth $8,300.

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First Community Credit Union Spur Arena – San Angelo, Texas, January 28-February 5, 2012

The 2002 stallion Olena Oak (Smart Chic Olena x Fritzs Oak E Doakie x Doc’s Oak) and Ron Emmons teamed to win their first NRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman title for owners Mel Smith and Nichole Scott, thanks to a 885.5 (216 herd/219.5 rein/222 steer/228 cow) worth $25,000. Their 885.5 was the highest composite score in World’s Greatest Horseman history to that time.

The NRCHA World Championship classes boasted added money of $57,500 (up by $18,500 over 2011).

Championships were awarded in 14 divisions across eight NRCHA regions with $190,500 being paid out.

282 entries made the trek to San Angelo. A motherdaughter team each took world titles home to Colorado with Betty Lou Valdez winning the Non Pro Two Rein on her 2005 gelding MH Bold Intentions (Bodee Boonsmal x Freckles Docs Oak x Doc’s Oak) and 13-year-old Kelly Valdez winning the Non Pro Limited on the 2003 mare Smart Tic Tack (Smart mate x Tic Tackatoo x Freckles Playboy).

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First Community Credit Union Spur Arena – San Angelo, Texas, January 29 - February 2, 2013

World’s Greatest Horseman entries numbering 21 took aim at the $86,750 total purse with Olena Oak and Ron Emmons taking their second consecutive title.

Scoring 874 (219 herd/214.5 rein/221.5 steer/219 cow) the team earned $25,000.

In the Celebration of Champions Derby it was the dream team of Travelin Jonez (Smart Chic Olena x Travelin With Sass x Travalena) and Chris Dawson who took the win thanks to a 440.5 (146 herd/142.5 rein/152 cow) worth $9,348. The win marked Dawson’s first NRCHA major event win. He also earned reserve riding A Spoonful O Sugar.

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Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 18-22, 2014

Boyd Rice became the first rider to win the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity and World’s Greatest Horseman on the same horse—the 2007 Futurity champion Oh Cay N Short (Oh Cay Quixote x Bit Of Shorty x Shorty Lena). “Coyote,” bred by Patty Frerichs and owned by Rice, marked a commanding 226 out of the herd, 214.5 in the reined work, 221 in the steer stopping and 216 down the fence for an 877.5 to best 31 entries and bank $25,000.

The Aaron Ranch Cow Horse Classic Derby saw an increase in Non Pro entries of nearly 90 percent over 2013, while Open entries were up almost 80 percent.

The move to Fort Worth and date change resulted in entries more than doubling for a total of 333.

Adding $54,400, the 2014 Celebration of Champions awarded $184,925 and 14 World titles. Thanks to efforts by NRCHA leadership and Youth directors, Youth entries were up an astonishing 150 percent in Youth Limited and Youth Bridle divisions. For the first time in years preliminary rounds and finals were held in both Youth divisions due to the high number of entries.

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Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 13-21, 2015

Scoring 889 (222 herd/226 rein/222 steer/219 cow) PRF Spoonful Of Gold (Hes A Peptospoonful x Sons Miss Sprat x Sons Rushette) and Corey Cushing won the now $50,000-added World’s Greatest Horseman title of owner Cathy Corrigan Frank.

The event drew 28 entries and awarded $99,000.

Drawing 339 entries and awarding $193,775, the trend continued to be growth for the Celebration of Champions. Winning the Open Bridle World Championship was Maximum Echo (Playboys Remedy x Dry Sans Echo x Dry San) ridden by John Swales, Millarville, Alberta, Canada, for owner Flo Houlton, scoring a 220 in the rein work and record-breaking 232 on the cow for a $7,912 paycheck.

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Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 12-20, 2016

Scoring an 883 (221 herd/219 rein/218 steer/225 cow) 2007 gelding Skeets Oak Peppy (Skeets Peppy x Ill Be Smart x Oak Ill Be) and owner/ rider Clayton Edsall took the 27-entry, $25,000 World’s Greatest Horseman crown home to Oakdale, California.

The Celebration of Champions drew 432 entries, fetured $59,500 added and paid out nearly a quarter million dollars at $220,046. The NRCHA debuted its Collegiate Challenge in which eight schools brought teams to participate in Open/Non Pro, Limited Non Pro and Novice divisions. Jay Winborn, Kim Lindsey and Todd Crawford are credited with bringing the concept to cow town.

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Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 10-18, 2017 With 37 entries, $75,000 added and a total purse of $138,000, the 2017 World’s Greatest Horseman was the richest in the event’s history. The 2005 palomino stallion Heza Diamond Spark (Diamond J Star x Sheza Shinette x Shining Spark), ridden by John Swales for owner 7 P Ranch, captured the title to earn $35,000.

Thirteen-year-old Cutter McLaughlin earned the Youth Bridle World Championship aboard CD Dee Vee Dee, as well as becoming the youngest rider to compete in the World’s Greatest Horseman alongside his dad Jay.

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Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 9-17, 2018

A total 505 entries and $80,000 added to the Celebration of Champions horse show classes brought the payout to $256,607.

A record number of entries into the DT Horses’ World’s Greatest Horseman including five female competitors. Hickory Holly Time (One Time Pepto x Hickory Holly Cee x Docs Hickory), ridden by Kelby Phillips for DT Horses, earned the title thanks to a cumulative 890.5 (220 herd/222.5 rein/224.5 steer/223.5 cow).

The $1,000 Non Pro Limited was added to the NRCHA Celebration of Champions event schedule with Annabelle Burgher riding her horse Suddenly Nic (Nic It In The Bud x Suddenly Shiney x Shining Spark) to the World Championship and $2,210.

The National High School Rodeo Association Invitational was added to the show schedule with 15-year-old LaRae Luis and Very Lucky N Smart (Very Smart Remedy x Gunna Be Lucky x Gunna Smoke) taking top honors.

No. 16

Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 14-23, 2019

NRCHA launched the Texas Lighting World’s Greatest Youth Horseman in which 20 talented youth riders cut, reined, roped and performed their cow work. Survive These Lips (CD Survivor x Lipschic x Smart Chic Olena) carried Trevor Hale to the win with a 723 worth $2,430.

Stepping up to sponsor the NRCHA Derby was Tres Osos Performance Horses, consisting of Linda Mars, Paula Gentry and Dave Mize, who founded their operation in Mimbres, New Mexico. “Watching a great cow horse run equals watching a horse like American Pharoah or Justify run,” said Mars in the March/April issue of Reined Cow Horse News.

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Will Rogers Memorial Center, Fort Worth, Texas, February 13-22, 2020 We can’t wait to watch as more cow horse history is made!

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BOOTS NOT REQUIRED

Grab your coat and your adventurous spirit. Let’s see what else there is to do while in Cowtown.

try some of these top attractions in the Fort Worth and Dallas areas.

Many are family friendly and offer a range of hours to accommodate show and riding schedules. Information such as pricing and distance from Will Rogers is detailed here. From thrill seekers to those looking for educational experiences or those wanting unique adult beverages, everything you need to know is in this handy “what else there is to do” in Cowtown guide.

ADVENTUROUS SPIRITS OF ALL AGES

1. Top Golf / 2201 E 4th St., Fort Worth / 817-349-4002 / topgolf.com/us/fort-worth/ You don’t have to be a PGA candidate to have a blast at Top Golf.

Score points by hitting microchipped golf balls at giant targets on an outfield. The closer you get to the bulls eye, the more points you score. Heaters keep the all-weather bays a great February venue, and all ages are welcome. There are also plenty of food options ranging from burgers to salads. Open 7 days a week until 11pm with extended hours on Friday and Saturday to 1am. Reserve a bay online; walkins are welcome. Pricing: Cost is by the “bay” and up to 6 people can enjoy a bay. Ranges from $27/hour to $49/hour with peak pricing in the evenings. Or plan to go on Half Price Tuesday for the best discount.

Distance: A short 10 to 15 minute drive cutting through downtown from Will Rogers.

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If the camaraderie in the stalls, the adventure of the warm up pen and the thrill of the wash rack don’t keep you entertained during your time at the National Reined Cow Horse Association’s Celebration of Champions,

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2. Urban Air Adventure Park / 9157 Harmon Road, Fort Worth / 682-235-7223 / urbanairtrampolinepark.com Take your pick of indoor skydiving, climbing walls, indoor zip lining and dodge ball, or stick to the basics and bounce around the trampolines. There’s also a tumble track, a tubes playground for the younger types, balance beam battle station and a ninjastyle warrior course. Hours vary depending on the day of the week. Pricing: Ranges from $9 for the “5 & Under Pass” up to $35 for unlimited skydiving and all day access to all adventures.

Distance: A 20-minute drive from Will Rogers to just north of Loop 820.

3. DFW Adventure Park / 13055 Cleveland Gibbs Rd, Northlake / 817-854-0085 / dfwap.com Thrill seekers of all levels will find plenty to do here, including paintball, ziplines, trap, skeet, sporting clays, airsoft, obstacle racing, laser combat and team building challenges. Some activities have no age limit, so the littles are welcome to come. The Adventure Park is open Tuesday through Sunday, with various hours depending on the day. Pricing: Varies depending on the activity, but ranges from $25 for an all day paintball pass to $40 for ziplining. Distance: Roughly a 30-minute drive from Will Rogers; one mile east of Texas Motor Speedway.

4. iFly Fort Worth / 663 Northeast Loop 820, Hurst / 817-818-4359 / iflyworld.com Feel the thrill of indoor skydiving as you soar with the wind. You can defy gravity in iFly’s wind tunnel. Want more? Add the virtual reality headset to experience a “real” skydive or base jump. Certified instructors teach a training class to all first-time flyers.

Leave your cowboy boots at the trailer; lace-up sneakers are recommended.

The entire experience takes just under two hours, including training, suiting up, etc. Anyone ages 3 and up can enjoy the experience. Open 7 days a week, but hours vary. Pricing: Varies with packages.

Laughs are almost guaranteed when you grab some friends and head to Top Golf. A quick drive from Will Rogers, you can enjoy some grub and see who is the best shot on the fairway.

If you love the rush of taking a cow down the fence, these activities might also give you an adrenaline high. From indoor skydiving and ziplining, to paintball and a ninja-style obstacle course, these activities are sure to get your blood pumping or spend down the kids’ energy.

CULTURE AND EDUCATION

Looking to enrich your knowledge and experiences while in the Fort? There are a host of unique learning opportunities in the Cultural District within walking distance of Will Rogers. If you’re searching beyond what’s handy, there are some unique opportunities that are worth the drive. If you venture to downtown Dallas, consider a ride service so that you don’t battle when it comes to parking a dually truck.

1. The Fort Worth Museum of Science and History / 1600 Gendy St, Fort Worth / 817-255-9300 / fwmuseaum.org It’s impossible to put in one paragraph everything visitors can experience. From the Noble Planetarium and Omni Theater to the hands-on Innovation Studios and dinosaur labs, this museum has something for everyone. During the Celebration of Champions, the museum is open 7 days a week until 5pm. Pricing starts at $13 for general admission; planetarium and IMAX movies are additional.

Distance: Just across the parking lot of Will Rogers.

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2. Bureau of Engraving and Printing / 9000 Blue Mound Road, Fort Worth / 817-231-4000 / moneyfactory.com There are only two places in the United States that print money, and Fort Worth is home to one. Over half of the nation’s currency is produced at this facility. Travel across a suspended walkway above the printing press to see where billions of dollars are printed. Learn how money is made and what counterfeit measures help keep our currency secure. Open Tuesday through Friday, 8:30-5:30. Pricing: Free.

Distance: A quick drive up I-35 just north of Loop 820.

Get your hands on cold, hard cash, or at least see where it is printed. It’s eye opening to see how currency is made and to learn what the government does with worn out money.

FABIAN CAMPOS / DALLAS WORLD AQUARIUM

Wonders never cease at the Dallas World Aquarium, where you can see an array of sea and wildlife.

3. Dallas World Aquarium / 1801 North Griffin St, Dallas / 214-720-2224 / dwazoo.com The title of aquarium doesn’t do this place justice. It’s way more than that. When you arrive, an escalator takes you to the top of the building, which seems a bit odd for an aquarium. But once inside you’ll see the adventure begins at the top of the rain forest. Here you can explore unique birds and animals that live in the canopy. The walkway slowly guides you down to other levels of the rain forest, exposing a wide array of unique and rare animals. Eventually goers find their way to the bottom levels, complete with a tunnel passing through an aquarium where you can see all kinds of creatures swim over your head. Be sure to set aside 60 to 90 minutes to fully enjoy all the aquarium has to offer. The aquarium is open 10am to 5pm daily. Pricing: $15-21 depending on ages (under 2 is free).

Distance: A bit further but worth the drive; about 35 miles down I-30 to the downtown Dallas area.

4. Fort Worth Botanic Garden / 3220 Botanic Garden Blvd, Fort Worth / 817-392-5510 / fwbg.org/ The chill of February doesn’t detract from the beauty at the Botanic Garden.

The Japanese Garden remains green thanks to evergreens and bamboo, and warm air shelters the tropical plants growing in the Rain Forest Conservatory. You might even catch a glimpse of the cherry trees in bloom in the last few weeks of February. The garden is open 8am-5pm, 7 days a week. Pricing: Ranges from $6 to $12. Distance: An easy walk from Will Rogers.

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FOR THE 21-AND-UP CROWD

1. Ale Trail / Various locations around Fort Worth / fortworth.com/aletrail/ The Fort Worth area is home to several craft breweries and distilleries. There are so many in fact the city put together Ale Trail which is a collective list of 14 breweries with information on each specialty and accompanying activities. Some sipping spots include live music, corn hole and various food selections.

Pick up your Ale Trail passport from the Stockyards Visitor Center or the Main Street Visitor Center and collect stamps at each brewery. Once you’ve finished the trail, be sure to check in at the Main Street Visitor Center for a prize!

2. Whiskey Ranch / 4250 Mitchell Boulevard, Fort Worth / 817-840-9140 / frdistilling.com The largest whiskey distillery west of the Mississippi is Whiskey Ranch, home of the Firestone & Robertson Distilling Co. Armed with the mission to produce handcrafted, small-batch, premium bourbon and blended whiskey, the 112-acre distillery is located on the former grounds of the historic Glen Garden Country Club. If that isn’t enough to interest you, how about this fact: every bottle cap is hand made of wood and leather.

Guests are invited to bring a special pair of boots or piece of leather to make your own bottle cap. Tours are available Thursday-Saturday. They request reservations made at least two days prior to the tour. Pricing: $15. Distance: Less than 10 miles from Will Rogers

Grab an old pair of boots or retired chaps and head to Whiskey Ranch to make your own bottle cap for a special bottle of whiskey. While you’re there, take in the sights, scenes and aroma of the largest whiskey distillery West of the Mississippi.

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3. Black Eyed Distilling Co. / 503 Bryan Avenue, Fort Worth / 817-349-9977 / blackeyed.vodka/ It sounds quite unique, and if vodka is your style we’re assured it’s worth the trip to the Black Eyed Distilling Co. Encompassing a farm-to-bottle experience, BLK EYE is the first vodka crafted by hand from black-eyed peas. The distillery produces vodka for wholesale distribution but is open for tours and tasting on Saturdays. Pricing: $20 including beverages. Distance: Just 3 miles from Will Rogers.

4. Margarita Mile / Dallas If margaritas are more your style, head to the greater Dallas area for Margarita Mile. Options range from classic recipes to hand-crafted unique creations. Simply download the Margarita Mile app, choose where to start and enjoy! Distance: Several stops are in the downtown Dallas area or along Woodall Rodgers Freeway; about 35 miles from Rogers.

Download the app and see the locations: https://www.visitdallas.com/campaigns/margarita-mile/ index.html

A stop along Ale Trail takes you to Rahr & Sons Brewing Company. With 22 beers to choose from, it’s just one of the highlights of the Ale Trail adventure.

Looking to enjoy some unique beverages? Whether your pallet desires beer, whiskey, bourbon or vodka, Fort Worth has options for you. Venture a little further East to Dallas if margaritas are your thing.

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Patterns Derby: 4 World Championship Prelims: 12 Lope Away World Championship Finals: 1 World’s Greatest Horseman Prelims: 7 Lope Away World’s Greatest Horseman Finals: 5 NHSRA Challenge: 4

Will Rogers Memorial Center

3401 W. Lancaster Avenue Fort Worth, Texas 76107

February 13–22, 2020

All subject to change.

THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 13 8 AM Coliseum

WEDNESDAY - FEBRUARY 19 LAE Herd Work: All Open Divisions (Day 1)

FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 14 8 AM

Coliseum LAE Herd Work: All Open Divisions (Day 2)

LAE Herd Work: Non Pro / Amt Divisions LAE Herd Work: Non Pro Limited

SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 15 8 AM

John Justin Arena LAE Rein Work: All Open Divisions LAE Rein Work: Non Pro Limited 7:30 PM Round Up Inn World’s Greatest Horseman

Reception

SUNDAY- FEBRUARY 16 8 AM

John Justin Arena LAE Cow Work: Non Pro Limited LAE Rein Work: Non Pro / Amt Divisions Preliminaries: Limited Open Hackamore Preliminaries: Non Pro Two Rein 4 PM approx Coliseum World’s Greatest Horseman

Preliminaries: Herd Work Justin Sale Arena During Lunch Break/Cowboy Church

8 AM John Justin Arena Finals: Limited Open Bridle Finals: Open Two Rein Finals: Intermediate Non Pro Bridle Finals: Open Hackamore Finals: Open BridleFinals 8:30 AM Coliseum Preliminaries: Non Pro Hackamore Preliminaries: $5,000 & $1,000 Non Pro Limited **

THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 20 8 AM

John Justin Arena Finals: Novice Non Pro Bridle Finals: $5,000 Non Pro Limited Preliminaries: Youth Bridle / YB 13 / WGYH World’s Greatest Youth Horseman Steer Stopping World’s Greatest Horseman Preliminaries: Steer Stopping Preliminaries: Cow Work 8:30 AM Coliseum Preliminaries: Youth Limited / YL 13

Preliminaries: Non Pro Bridle**

FRIDAY - FEBRUARY 21 8 AM

MONDAY - FEBRUARY 17 8 AM

1 PM

John Justin Arena LAE Cow Work: All Open Divisions LAE Cow Work: Non Pro / Amt Divisions Finals: Limited Open Hackamore Finals: Non Pro Two Rein Coliseum Preliminaries: Non Pro Limited **

TUESDAY - FEBRUARY 18 8 AM John Justin Arena Preliminaries: Open Hackamore

Preliminaries: Limited Open Bridle

Finals: Non Pro Limited

World’s Greatest Horseman

Preliminaries: Rein Work 8:30 AM Coliseum Preliminaries: Intermediate & Novice NP Bridle Preliminaries: Open Two Rein

1 PM 3 PM 4 PM 7:30 PM

John Justin Arena Finals: $1,000 Non Pro Limited Finals: Youth Limited Finals: Non Pro Hackamore Finals: Youth Bridle Finals: Non Pro Bridle Finals: Open Bridle Justin Sale Arena General Membership Meeting Justin Sale Arena Youth Meeting Watt Arena Sale Preview Round Up Inn Year End Awards Banquet

SATURDAY - FEBRUARY 22 8 AM

John Justin Arena Special: NHSRA Reined Cow Horse Challenge Special: Intercollegiate Challenge 11 AM Watt Arena Winter Premier Sale 1 PM approx Coliseum World’s Greatest Youth Horseman Herd Work World’s Greatest Horseman Finals: Herd Work 5 PM John Justin Arena World’s Greatest Horseman

Finals: Rein Work / Steer Stopping

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** Select classes are offered and run concurrent with only one corresponding preliminary based on exhibitor choice.

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PAST WORLD’S GREATEST HORSEMAN CHAMPIONS Year

Rider

Horse

Gender Pedigree

Owner

Score

1999

Ted Robinson

Katie Starlight

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2000

Bob Avila

Paid By Chic

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Grays Starlight X Colonel Gunsmoke X Colonel Freckles

Paula Hunsicker

865.0

Smart Chic Olena X Oaklynn X Docs Oak

Paid By Partners) (Jim Babcock/Jim Dunn

871.0

2001

Ted Robinson

Katie Starlight

2003

Ron Ralls

Cowgirls Are Smart

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Grays Starlight X Colonel Gunsmoke X Colonel Freckles

Paula Hunsicker

594.5

M

Smart Chic Olena X Sweet San Badger X Peppy San Badger

Jim Babcock and George Heckman

594.0

2004

Ron Ralls

2005

Jon Roeser

A Chic In Time

S

Smart Chic Olena X Paula Tari X Tari Glo

Broken B Ranch

582.5

Very Smart Remedy

S

Smart Little Lena X Remedys Response X Doc’s Remedy

Anne M. Reynolds

2006

584.0

Andy Adams

Just Plain Cat

S

High Brow Cat X Shes Alenaglow Rio X Doc Olena

Robert Smith III

871.5

2007

Bob Avila

Light N Fine

S

Grays Starlight X Lenas Fine Freckle

Rhodes River Ranch

870.5

2008

Russell Dilday

Topsails Rien Maker

S

Topsail Cody X Jameen Gay X Toby Gay Bar

Cantrelle & Dilday

867.0

2009

Russell Dilday

Topsails Rien Maker

S

Topsail Cody X Jameen Gay X Toby Gay Bar

Cantrelle & Dilday

884.0

2010

Randy Paul

Smokeelan

S

Elans Playboy X Smart Little Smokee X Smart Little Lena

Jill Smiekel - George

875.5

2011

Russell Dilday

Topsails Rien Maker

S

Topsail Cody X Jameen Gay X Toby Gay Bar

Cantrelle & Dilday

874.5

2012

Ron Emmons

Olena Oak

S

Smart Chic Olena X Fritzs Oak E Doakie X Docs Oak

Mel Smith & Nichole Scott

885.5

2013

Ron Emmons

Olena Oak

S

Smart Chic Olena X Fritzs Oak E Doakie X Docs Oak

LaDona Emmons & Nichole Scott

874.0

2014

Boyd Rice

Oh Cay N Short

S

Oh Cay Quixote X Bit Of Shorty X Shorty Lena

Boyd Rice

877.5

2015

Corey Cushing

PRF Spoonful Of Gold

S

Hes A Peptospoonful X Sons Miss Sprat X Sons Rushette

Cathy Corrigan Frank

889.0

2016

Clayton Edsall

Skeets Oak Peppy

G

Skeets Peppy X Oak Ill Be X Ill Be Smart

Clayton Edsall

883.0

2017

John Swales

Heza Diamond Spark

S

Diamond J Star X Sheza Shinette X Shining Spark

7 P Ranch

874.0

2018

Kelby Phillips

Hickory Holly Time

S

One Time Pepto X Hickorys Holly Cee X Doc’s Hickory

DT Horses

890.5

2019

Corey Cushing

Sonita Lena Rey

G

Dual Rey X Sonita Lena Chick X Smart Chic Olena

Sheri Jamieson

877.0

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BREEDER DIRECTORY

Rogers Heaven Sent Ranch of Tucson, Arizona, was founded by the Rogers family in 2005, starting out with just two personal horses. Since then, Rogers Heaven Sent Ranch has grown into a full service facility, breeding and showing some of the best Quarter Horses the industry has to offer.

Rogers Heaven Sent Ranch also maintains an Organic Alfalfa operation and they raise Certified Organic Black Angus Beef. Learn more about them on the web at www.RogersHSR.com.

Hickory Holly Time is a 2010 red roan stallion sired

by One Time Pepto and out of Hickorys Holly Cee owned by DT Horses with LTE well over $225,000.

His achievements span all the NRCHA disciplines: Snaffle Bit - 2013 NRCHA Intermediate Open Futurity Champion, 2014 NRCHA Open Derby Champion, Hackamore – 2015 NRCHA Open Hackamore Champion and now Bridle, 2018 World’s Greatest Horseman Champion. He is tested as 5 Panel N/N and is currently standing at Oswood Stallion Station. Visit him on the web at http://oswoodstallionstation.com/ hickoryhollytime, or on Facebook HickoryHollyTime or at www.dthorses.com/stallions.

SDP Buffalo Ranch - Where the Elite Are Found…

For nearly 50 years, SDP Buffalo Ranch has paved a path of success in the horse industry. We know what it takes to be successful in breeding and performance at the highest levels. SDP Buffalo Ranch is all about the people. They are really in the people business, horses are just the product. SDP Buffalo Ranch are committed to excellence in stallion service, horsemanship and customer relations. Your success is their success! We offer full service Equine Reproductive services. See their stallion line up at http://www.SDPBuffaloRanch.com

BadBoonaRising, owned Plantation Farms LLC, is sired by Million Dollar Sire Once In A Blu Boon and out of Show Biz Kitty, by High Brow Cat. In 2018, BadBoonaRising captured the National Cutting Horse Association Open Futurity reserve championship title, under the guidance of Adan Banuelos. The 2015 stallion has gone on to become a multiple-time finalist and 2019 Idaho CHA Open Derby Champion, earning more than $293,000. BadBoonaRising stands to the public at Brazos Valley Stallion Station, in Stephenville, Texas.

For more information, visit badboonarising.com and follow him on Facebook.

Legendary Quarter Horses and superior Black Angus cattle are hallmarks of the “Four Sixes,” a historic Texas ranch that is part of Burnett Ranches, LLC. The ranch stands some of the most well-respected Quarter Horse stallions in the industry, with elite broodmares that produce superior individuals for work and racing.

Metallic Cat (High Brow Cat x Chers Shadow x Peptoboonsmal), owned by Rocking P Ranch, is a $31 Million Dollar Sire. “Denver” was also crowned National Cutting Horse Association Open Horse of the Year, 2016, 2017, 2018 NCHA Sire of the Year and 2017, 2018 NRCHA Leading Sire. He is the second highest money-earning stallion in the history of the NCHA. His latest milestone is becoming an NRCHA Million Dollar Sire, with more than $3 million in cow horse offspring earnings. For more information on Metallic Cat, visit metalliccat.com.

Brother Jackson (Peptoboonsmal x Shes Icing Onthe Cat x High Brow Cat) is a 2009 AQHA Sorrel Stallion with multiple titles to his credit including 2017 CD Memorial Bridle Spectacular Champion.

Dan Perez owns the stallion that has earnings of more than $140,000, he also has more than 100 AQHA points. He is trained and shown by Ken Wold and stands at Wolds’ Training Stables & Stallion Services in Wilton, California.

Holy Cow Performance Horses LLC, with locations in Santa Ynez, California, and Weatherford, Texas, has become a leading breeder and owner of reined cow horses, reining horses, and cutting horses.

Breeding, raising and showing quality performance Quarter Horses is a passion at Holy Cow - dedicated to raising quality performers that are world class in their respective fields. Holy Cow is home to some of the finest broodmares in the industry, including top reined cow horse producer SHEZA SHINETTE. Their sponsorship and support of the NRCHA includes the $25,000 added to the Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Stallion Stakes, $25,000 added to the CD Survivor Memorial Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Derby and $25,000 added to the Open Bridle class at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity.

Learn more about Holy Cow Performance Horses at www.HolyCowPerformanceHorses.com.

Manion Ranch and Smooth As A Cat are proud to team up with the NRCHA. Already producing NRCHA offspring earnings in excess of $1.1 million dollars (as of 12/20/18) and named an NRCHA elite sire is only the tipping point of what is yet to transpire for this stallion who has NCHA lifetime earnings in excess of $500,000.

He was an NCHA Horse Of The Year, is an NCHA Hall of Fame Horse; he also won multiple NCHA Championships and was a Finalist 43 times. Smooth As A Cat is High Brow Cat’s All-Time leading siring son, and is the only Horse Of The Year to sire two NCHA Open Horses Of the Year.

Smooth As A Cat has been ranked 4th or higher of NCHA leading sires for 9 consecutive years. Smooth As A Cat’s offspring have won in excess of $26.5 million dollars and he has sired champions and money earners out of mares by 40 + plus different bloodlines and the list of accomplishments goes on. Smooth As A Cat stands at Weatherford Equine Breeding Center.

Time For The Diamond (One Time Pepto x Diamonds With Style x Playin Stylish), owned by Triple D Ranches, is the 2013 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Champion.

Trained and shown by NRCHA Professional Nick Dowers, Time For The Diamond has career earnings of nearly $150,000. His first foal crop will be 3-yearolds in 2019. Time For The Diamond stands at Oswood Stallion Station in Weatherford, Texas. For more information, visit www.NickDowers.com.

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Stevie Rey Von (Metallic Cat x Miss Ella Rey x Dual Rey), owned by Fults Ranch LTD, has $420,928 in lifetime earnings. This sire’s outstanding pedigree matches his moves in the show pen. At the 2018 NCHA Super Stakes, “Stevie” set an arena record-breaking score of 231 to win the class; along with many other championship titles, including the 2015 NCHA Open Futurity. Stevie’s first foal crop arrived in 2018, and they are definitely looking the part. For more information on Stevie follow him on Facebook or visit steviereyvon.com.

The skill and experience of Jeremy Barwick, Dr. Charlie Buchanan and staff make Brazos Valley Stallion Station in Stephenville, Texas, unique among breeding and performance horse establishments, and a vital center for horse owners, competitors and breeders.

Find them on the web at http://www.brazosvalleystallionstation.com

NRR Cat King Cole, owned by North Ridge Ranch, has National Cutting Horse Association earnings totaling more than $230,000, all of which were earned in Open divisions. After finishing the 2016 show year as NCHA World Reserve Open Champion and World Champion Stallion, he retired to stud completely sound. “Cole” is a multiple aged event champion and member of NCHA Hall of Fame. His first crops are just now hitting the show pen. North Ridge Ranch is excited to introduce NNR Cat King Cole to the cow horse world. With his attributes of quick- footedness, range of motion and good disposition, Cole’s foals will be a plus within this industry. Visit www.North–Ridge-Ranch.com for more information.

Metallic Rebel (Metallic Cat x Sweet Abra x Abrakadabracre) is owned by Tom and Lisa Guinn, and trained by NCHA Multi-Million Dollar Rider Beau Galyean. Rebel’s accomplishments include 2017 NCHA Open Horse of the Year, NCHA World Champion stallion, 13 aged event championships, three reserve championship titles and is a 33-time event finalist; accumulating over $420,000 in lifetime earnings. As he transitions from the show pen to the breeding barn, this sire’s first offspring, arriving in 2018, are displaying not only his tremendous character, but also his incredible confirmation. For more information, visit metallicrebel. com and follow him on Facebook.

Smooth Talkin Style (Smooth As A Cat x Stylish Play Lena x Docs Stylish Oak), owned by Holmes and Hill, was a force to be reckoned with in the show pen, claiming numerous coveted titles including NCHA Open Horse of the Year, NCHA Open Futurity Reserve Champion, Super Stakes Open Co-Champion and Breeders Invitational Champion. Stylish Play Lena, his dam, has produced more than $1.7 million dollars in earnings, with a staggering $95,000 average earnings per offspring. Smooth Talkin Style is Stylish Play Lena’s leading stallion offspring with earnings in excess of $305,000. According the NCHA, “Talker” is a recordsetting Open Horse of the Year, accumulating more than 700 points in less than 9 months of showing; thus, securing the coveted title of Horse of the Year by August of his 4-year-old year. Smooth Talkin Style retired to the breeding barn, completely sound, at the end of his 4-year-old year. This sire’s first foal crop arrived in 2017 and has exceeded our expectations. Smooth Talkin Style is 5-panel genetic tested as N/N. Follow Talker on Facebook and visit him at smoothtalkinstyle.com.

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Larry & Ellen Bell Brazos Valley Equine Hospital Todd & Pam Crawford Reined Cow Horse Training Online Jamieson Performance Horses Texas Landmark Realtors Trey & Sandra Neal Rent A Stall Mat Carol Rose Tres Osos / Linda Mars Cindy Warn / Smart Luck

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Don Bell Bimeda / Confidence EQ Cowan Ranch Inc. Don’t Stopp Believin / Phil & Mary Ann Rapp Dan & Toni Heath Dry Creek Ranch / Jahn & Gregg Lafitte Hat 6 Ranch / Walter & Jocelyn Greeman Linda McMahon / McSpyder Ranch Oswood Stallion Station Two Bit Performance Horses Mike & Kelly Warner / The Final Cut Ranch Weiser Quarter Horses Winter Premiere Sale

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Western Bloodstock is the trusted name in performance horse sales, and is proud to produce and manage this year’s National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity Sales! Visit them on the web at www.

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Hashtags (Metallic Cat x Dual Rey Tag) has lifetime earnings of $478,571. A 2018 NCHA Open World Champion and World Champion Stallion trained and shown by Tatum Rice, Hashtag’s first foal crop arrives in 2019.

“Hashtags is just a great individual,” said Rice. “He makes it easy! Mind, heart, cow sense and strength.” The stallion is owned by Hashtag Ventures LP and standing at Brazos Valley Stallion Station in Stephenville, TX. For more information on Hashtags, follow him on Facebook or visit www. brazosvalleystallionstation.com.

Todd Bergen Performance Horses Corey Cushing Performance Horses Lone Oak Performance Horses, LLC Frank Prisco Lil Catbaloo Paso Robles Pastures / Step To the Light Daryl Davis Bits and Spurs Ron and Ladona Emmons

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N THEIR MERIT

The NRCHA Merit Award Program recognizes outstanding equine performers and adds a new recognition, Non Pro Limited.

B

y definition, merit is “the quality of being particularly good or worthy, especially so as to deserve praise or reward.” The National Reined Cow Horse Merit Award Program recognizes those equines that have performed at a consistent level of excellence in the reined cow horse discipline. Using their show record, which encompasses an entire career rather than single major event titles, as criteria enables the horse to earn distinction by winning smaller checks at regional and national competition across the country. The NRCHA Merit Award Program is a testament to the longevity of those stalwart athletes whose owners and/or trainers can depend on them to bring home a win.

PRIMO MORALES

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CERTIFICATE OF ABILITY

The Certificate of Ability is the first award for which a money-earning reined cow horse can qualify. A horse will be certified after winning a total of $500 in any NRCHA class or combination of classes. It is the intention of the NRCHA that the Certificate of Ability be available to a large number of horses that demonstrate proficiency in cow horse competition. Earnings from Category 2 Special Events are not counted toward this award.

CERTIFICATE OF ABILITY 2019

Brother Jackson earned a Supreme Reined Cow Horse award by earning $145,321.08. The stallion’s trainer and primary rider was Californian Ken Wold.

A Lil Dab Will Do/ owned by L & K Barker Family Trust

Poco Smart Oak/ owned by David Beckett & Laura Bell

AP Lucky Little Lena/ owned by Laura E. Kiracofe

Real Smooth Liz/ owned by Joseph D. Putnam

Brother Jackson/ owned by Daniel J. Perez

Red Kat/ owned by Orlando R. Gonzalez

Bugs Boony/ owned by Birgit Self

Reys A Shine/ owned by Kirk Johnston

Cat Can Dew/ owned by Julie A. Gibbons

Ricochet Shine/ owned by Jessie Lee Nance

ChicInBigGirlPanties/ owned by Shelly Mitchell

Roosters Zack/ owned by Daran & Paula Francis

Classy Gun Wr San Jo/ owned by WR-Horses

SDP Blu Rey/ owned by Bart & Terri Holowath

Cowboy Wr San Jo/ owned by WR-Horses

Shes Playin Rey/ owned by Gregg Lafitte

CR Tuffs Magic Tonic/ owned by Douglas McDaniel Jr.

Sheshotterthanithot/ owned by Dorian A Dinardo

DarkestSideOfTheBoon/ owned by Jill Cenedella

Shine The Lights/ owned by Steve & Alicia Billman

Dig My Peppy Steps/ owned by Rhoda B. Rein

Shinen Metallic Cat/ owned by Russ Mothershead

Dressed Wright/ owned by Tiffany Corey

Shiners Tuff Chic/ owned by Lana Corless

Dun Lady Cat/ owned by Tara M. Goodlett

SJR Reygun/ owned by Gary F. Ewell

Especial Peppy Lena/ owned by Jennifer L. Swiney

SK Vintage Mercedes/ owned by Susan Ann Bonanno

Foxy Little Remedy/ owned by Loren C. Macey & James P. Baker

Skeets Smart Peppy/ owned by Harry De Haan

Heart Of A Remedy/ owned by Halle Garrett

Smart Chic Dot Com/ owned by Kristen K. Troxel

Hes Wright On/ owned by Gardiner Quarter Horses

Smart Lookin Nurse/ owned by Bart & Terri Holowath

Hesa Royalena/ owned by Milhoan Family Partners

SmartLittleValentine/ owned by Peggy A. Cummings

Hick Oleana/ owned by Becky Stockett

Smokin Smart Cat/ owned by David And/Or Barbara Archer

IMA One Time Wonder/ owned by Daniel G. Heath

Smooth As Tamulena/ owned by Wendi M. Lund

ISR Cajun Cutie/ owned by Shelly Mitchell

Smooth Bellingrath/ owned by Triple D Ranches LLC

ISR Won More/ owned by Shelly Mitchell

Son Shining Hickory/ owned by Martha Lefebvre

Lizzy Go Lightly/ owned by Kelly L. Cobb

Sparks On The Fence/ owned by Garrell L. Reilly

LR Shady Player/ owned by Paulanna Wilkinson

Stylish Daisy Duke/ owned by Paul or Amy Bailey

Lrr Smart Sioux Zett/ owned by Lisa C. Reiter

Sweet Lil Caroline/ owned by Ty Cole Performance Horses LLC

Madam Justice Boon/ owned by Carlene Meeks

Swinging Tenlight/ owned by Amy Masters

MC CowHammer/ owned by Bogle Brothers LLC.

TF Cats Lilypad/ owned by Dann & Molly Russell

Metallic Chrome Cat/ owned by Kirk Johnston

This Cats Forever/ owned by Jill Cenedella

Metallic Dual/ owned by Alison A. Brantley

TI Smokum Plain Chic/ owned by Tom Lane And Andrea Otley

Nee On Lights/ owned by Yellow Creek Ranch

Topsail Smoking Gun/ owned by Donna Holloway

Night Time Playmate/ owned by Mickey Anderson

Uno What Time It Is/ owned by Julie A. Gibbons

Northern Metallic/ owned by Marti Katerberg

Unos Smokin Chic/ owned by Ernie O. Beal

Oh Cay Meriah/ owned by Monica Duflock

Wimparette/ owned by Patricia Close

One Timin Katie/ owned by Orlando R. Gonzalez

Wright On Forever/ owned by Kelly L. Cobb

Pepto Double Time/ owned by Carolyn Meador

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SUPERIOR COW HORSE

A horse that has earned $10,000 in any NRCHA class or combination of classes or events may receive the Superior Cow Horse award. All earnings from reined cow horse snaffle bit events can be added to the hackamore and bridle winnings to total $10,000 in order to receive this award. The NRCHA believes that any horse that wins $5,000 in a single class or combination of classes and events is certainly considered a Superior Cow Horse and should be recognized.

Earnings from Non Pro Limited, $5,000 Non Pro Limited, $1,000 Non Pro Limited, Youth Limited and Category 2 Special Events are not counted toward this award.

PRIMO MORALES

In 2017, Monica Duflock and Oh Cay Meriah nabbed the Non Pro Limited and $5K national championships.

SUPERIOR REINED COW HORSES OF 2019

A Lil Dab Will Do / owned by L & K Barker Family Trust

Nee On Lights / owned by Yellow Creek Ranch

SJR Reygun / owned by Gary F. Ewell

AP Lucky Little Lena / owned by Laura E. Kiracofe

Night Time Playmate / owned by Mickey Anderson

Skeets Smart Peppy / owned by Harry De Haan

Brother Jackson / owned by Daniel J. Perez

Northern Metallic / owned by Marti Katerberg

Smart Chic Dot Com / owned by Kristen K. Troxel

Bugs Boony / owned by Birgit Self

Oh Cay Meriah / owned by Monica Duflock

Smart Lookin Nurse / owned by Bart & Terri Holowath

Cat Can Dew / owned by Julie A. Gibbons

Pepto Double Time / owned by Carolyn Meador

CR Tuffs Magic Tonic / owned by Douglas McDaniel Jr.

Poco Smart Oak / owned by David Beckett & Laura Bell

DarkestSideOfTheBoon / owned by Jill Cenedella

Real Smooth Liz / owned by Joseph D. Putnam

Dig My Peppy Steps / owned by Rhoda B. Rein

Reys A Shine / owned by Kirk Johnston

Foxy Little Remedy / owned by Loren C. Macey & James P. Baker

Ricochet Shine / owned by Jessie Lee Nance

Heart Of A Remedy / owned by Halle Garrett

Roosters Zack / owned by Daran & Paula Francis

Hes Wright On / owned by Gardiner Quarter Horses

SDP Blu Rey / owned by Bart & Terri Holowath

Hesa Royalena / owned by Milhoan Family Partners

Shes Playin Rey / owned by Gregg Lafitte

Hick Oleana / owned by Becky Stockett

Sheshotterthanithot / owned by Dorian A Dinardo

This Cats Forever / owned by Jill Cenedella

IMA One Time Wonder / owned by Daniel G. Heath

Shine The Lights / owned by Steve & Alicia Billman

TI Smokum Plain Chic / owned by Tom Lane And Andrea Otley

MC CowHammer / owned by Bogle Brothers LLC.

Shinen Metallic Cat / owned by Russ Mothershead

Uno What Time It Is / owned by Julie A. Gibbons

Metallic Chrome Cat / owned by Kirk Johnston

Shiners Tuff Chic / owned by Lana Corless

Unos Smokin Chic / owned by Ernie O. Beal

SmartLittleValentine / owned by Peggy A. Cummings Smokin Smart Cat / owned by David And/Or Barbara Archer Smooth As Tamulena / owned by Wendi M. Lund Smooth Bellingrath / owned by Triple D Ranches LLC Sparks On The Fence / owned by Garrell L. Reilly Stylish Daisy Duke / owned by Paul or Amy Bailey TF Cats Lilypad / owned by Dann & Molly Russell

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NON PRO LIMITED ACHIEVEMENT

In 2019, the NRCHA Board recognized the value Limited Non Pro horses and riders contribute to the Association, and in return, added a new award to the long-standing program. Starting in 2019, Non Pro Limited and Youth Limited riders meeting criteria can receive the Non Pro Limited Achievement Award, a new level specifically designed for horses that excel in the Limited or “boxing” classes.

To qualify, the horse must have earned a minimum $15,000 with a minimum of $1,000 in Limited Aged Events, such as Derbies or Futurities. This money can be earned in either fence class or boxing classes. A minimum of $10,000 must be earned in Horse Show Category 1 Limited or “boxing” classes, including monies earned in the Select and 13 and Under divisions. Monies earned in Category 2 classes will not count towards the award.

In it’s first year of award, the Non Pro Limited Achievement award was presented to 12 horses, including CR Tuffs Magic Tonic.

The horse earned money with owner Douglas McDaniel Jr. and trainer Cayley Wilson as pilots.

Non Pro Limited Achievement Award recipients receive a custom wood plaque that includes a photo, the achievement certificate and NRCHA logo. All Merit Awards are presented at the NRCHA Year-End Banquet, held during the Celebration of Champions show in February.

NON PRO LIMITED ACHIEVEMENT OF 2019 Horse_Name

SumOfEarnings

10,000 NPL classes Owners

Riders

CR Tuffs Magic Tonic

$34,722.77

$15,526.00

Douglas McDaniel Jr.

Cayley Wilson, Douglas McDaniel Jr.

Dressed Wright

$18,088.50

$10,588.50

Tiffany Corey

Ron Emmons, Tiffany Corey

Cat Can Dew

$45,929.84

$14,588.00

Julie A. Gibbons

Todd Crawford, Julie A. Gibbons

Fletch Me If You Can

$33,170.11

$13,606.00

Alison A. Brantley

Ron Emmons, Jim Cook, Alison Brantley

Heart Of A Remedy

$84,658.16

$33,543.00

Halle Garrett

Jon Roeser, Kristin Bacchetti

Instantee

$21,913.97

$17,781.00

Mattie E. Alexander

Steve Metcalf, Mattie Alexander

Oh Cay Meriah

$68,227.93

$24,516.00

Monica Duflock

Todd Crawford, Monica Duflock

Pay Me In Nickels

$17,875.28

$12,549.17

Barbara A. Giljum

Justin Lawrence, Barbara Giljum

Repeat Plan

$0.00

$17,562.99

Kellie Herrington

Jo Anne Carollo, Alyson Rodges

Smart Chic Dot Com

$38,219.75

$13,320.00

Kristen K. Troxel

Anne Reynolds, Jake Telford, Kristen Troxel

TR Miss Graygun

$39,401.00

$12,927.75

Birgit Self

Robert Chown, Birgit Self

TR Playing Chic

$17,628.04

$12,253.41

John & Kaitlin Ormson

Darren Lawley, Kaitlin Ormson

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SUPREME REINED COW HORSE

The Supreme Reined Cow Horse Award is reserved for the unique individual that has shown and won money in all divisions and garnered a total of $25,000 in earnings. A horse must meet the following criteria: a. The horse must have been shown in approved Limited Age Events (LAE) and earned at least $1,000 in these events.

The horse must have been shown in the hackamore and have earned at least $1,000 in this event. Money earned at the NRCHA Hackamore Classic limited age event may count toward either LAE money or hackamore money, so long as it is counted only once. Up to $20,000 of any monies won at these two types of events can be applied to the total earnings required. b. The horse must win a total of $25,000.

After considering the totals earned from Limited Age Events and the hackamore, with the limitations previously stated, the remaining balance must be won in the bridle division. c. Money earned in the Non Pro Limited, $5,000 Non Pro Limited, $1,000 Non Pro Limited and Youth Limited classes does not count toward the Supreme Reined Cow Horse Award. d. To fulfill the hackamore requirement, earnings must come from NRCHA Horse Show Hackamore classes or Hackamore Classic LAE money can count toward either LAE money or hackamore money, so long as it is counted only once. e. Money earned in the two-rein class will count as bridle earnings for the merit award program. f. Foals of 2000 and prior will be grandfathered into this program and are not required to have won the $1,000 in Limited Age Events and hackamore, but still must win a total of $25,000.

As of January 1, 2002, earnings which count toward the Merit Awards are all

NRCHA Approved horse shows, LAE and Category 1 Special Events.

Merit Award applications are available on the NRCHA web site: nrcha.com/ nrcha-merit-awards-program/.

THE SUPREME REINED COW HORSES OF 2019

Twenty-seven equine performers receive the elite Supreme Reined Cow Horse designation for their accomplishments through the 2019 show season. These four-legged athletes and the people behind their careers will be recognized at the NRCHA Celebration of Champions Awards Banquet in Fort Worth, Texas: 1. Brother Jackson/2009 Stallion

(Peptoboonsmal X Shes Icing Onthe Cat X High Brow Cat) Earnings: $ 145,321.08 Owner(s): Daniel J. Perez Rider(s): Zane Davis, Ken Wold

2. Uno What Time It Is/2002 Stallion (A Chic In Time X Uno What Weeno X Smart Little Uno) Earnings: $ 104,274.24 Owner(s): Julie A. Gibbons Rider(s): Jay McLaughlin, Todd Crawford

3. Smooth Bellingrath/2011 Stallion

(Smooth As A Cat X Very Special Peppy X Peppy San Badger) Earnings: $ 101,781.16 Owner(s): Triple D Ranches LLC Rider(s): Nick Dowers

4. Reys A Shine/2011 Stallion

(Dual Rey X Lil Miss Shiney Chex X Shining Spark) Earnings: $ 100,292.29 Owner(s): Kirk Johnston Rider(s): Chris Dawson, Clay Volmer

5. Shiney Outlaw/2012 Stallion

8. Shinen Metallic Cat/2012 Stallion

(Metallic Cat X Winenshineme X Shining Spark) Earnings: $ 68,262.20 Owner(s): Russ Mothershead Rider(s): Todd Crawford

9. Shes Playin Rey/2010 Mare

(TR Dual Rey X Playin Acre X Playin Stylish) Earnings: $ 67,326.97 Owner(s): Gregg Lafitte Rider(s): CJ Shopbell, Gregg Lafitte

10. Nee On Lights/2012 Stallion

(CD Lights X Shine Smartly X Shining Spark) Earnings: $ 66,271.49 Owner(s): Yellow Creek Ranch Rider(s): Chris Dawson, Shawn Hays

11. Smokin Smart Cat/2013 Mare

(WR This Cats Smart X She Smokes Smart X Senors Lil Brudder) Earnings: $ 57,823.36 Owner(s): David And/Or Barbara Archer Rider(s): Lyn Anderson

12. Lil Dab Will Do/2010 Stallion

(Cat Man Do X Dainty Little Step X Wimpys Little Step) Earnings: $ 5,7471.99 Owner(s): L & K Barker Family Trust Rider(s): Robert Chown

13. IMA One Time Wonder/2013 Mare

(One Time Pepto X My Legend Del Cielo X Gallo Del Cielo) Earnings: $ 57,315.49 Owner(s): Daniel G. Heath Rider(s): Jake Telford, Toni Hagen Heath

14. Senor Shiney Cat/2012 Stallion

(WR This Cats Smart X Shiney Senorita X Shining Spark) Earnings: $ 56,155.06 Owner(s): Dominic L. Conicelli Estate Rider(s): Mark Sigler

15. Bugs Boony/2010 Gelding

(Peptoboonsmal X Shiney Tari X Shining Spark) Earnings: $ 52,450.09 Owner(s): Birgit Self Rider(s): Chris Dawson, Richard Winters, Sarah Dawson, Birgit Self

16. Suens Little Cat/2012 Mare

(Boon Too Suen X Cant Track This Cat X High Brow Cat) Earnings: $ 51,568.28 Owner(s): Laney E. Fjelstad Rider(s): Ryan Gallentine, Steve Mattson, Luke Jones, Addison Fjelstad

(Shiners Nickle X Mereyda X Dual Rey) Earnings: $ 99,910.00 Owner(s): Michelle Cannon Rider(s): Zane Davis, Chris Dawson, Sarah Dawson, Jay McLaughlin

17. Frankentime/2012 Gelding

(WR This Cats Smart X NurseWare X Dual Rey) Earnings: $ 97,158.61 Owner(s): Bart & Terri Holowath Rider(s): Matt Koch, John Swales, Bart Holowath

(Royal Fletch X Lil Sally Cat X High Brow Cat) Earnings: $ 39,958.93 Owner(s): Chad Blaisdell Rider(s): Chad Blaisdell

6. Smart Lookin Nurse/2013 Gelding

7. SJR Reygun/2012 Mare

(Dual Rey X Playguns King Badger X Playgun) Earnings: $ 94,973.17 Owner(s): Gary F. Ewell Rider(s): Brady Weaver

(A Chic In Time X Sable Gal X Peppys Boy 895) Earnings: $ 46,116.53 Owner(s): Paul or Amy Bailey Rider(s): Robert Chown, Paul Bailey, Amy Bailey

18. Playinlightsout/2012 Stallion

19. Sparks On The Fence/2012 Mare

(Smart Boons X Spark Chic Olena X Smart Chic Olena) Earnings: $ 37,617.91 Owner(s): Garrell L. Reilly Rider(s): Clark Weaver, Garrell Reilly

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(Smooth As A Cat X Miss Tamulena Thermo X Tamulena) Earnings: $ 37,546.03 Owner(s): Wendi M. Lund Rider(s): Shawn Deal, Wendi Lund

21. Light And Sassy/2012 Mare

(CD Lights X Dual Sass X Dual Pep ) Earnings: $ 36,272.80 Owner(s): Shelly L. Franklin Rider(s): Roger Braa, Mysti McMaster, Justin Wright, Russell Probert, Shelly Franklin

22. CR Tuffs Magic Tonic/2011 Mare

(Woody Be Tuff X Miss Oak Tonic X Little Peppy Oak) Earnings: $ 34,722.77 Owner(s): Douglas McDaniel Jr. Rider(s): Cayley Wilson, Douglas McDaniel Jr.

23. Spark N Boon/2009 Mare

(Peptoboonsmal X Shine Smartly X Shining Spark) Earnings: $ 32,607.32 Owner(s): Pete Hunt Rider(s): Shawn Hays, Pete Hunt

24. Skeets Smart Peppy/2005 Stallion

(Skeets Peppy X MS Fancy Lil Nancy X Smart Chic Olena) Earnings: $ 29,479.00 Owner(s): Harry De Haan Rider(s): Trapper Lowndes, Jessie Telford, Kay Brewer, Jerry Brewer, Harry De Haan, Katherine De Haan

25. AP Lucky Little Lena/2010 Stallion

(This Cats Lucky X AP Smart Little Tari X Smart Little Dulce) Earnings: $ 27,559.82 Owner(s): Laura E. Kiracofe Rider(s): Justin Bailey, Dan Roeser, Laura Kiracofe

26. Dig My Peppy Steps/2007 Mare

(Diggers Rest X Pep In My Step X Hickory Chic Olena) Earnings: $ 27,381.36 Owner(s): Rhoda B. Rein Rider(s): Darren Miller, Rhoda Rein

27. Foxy Little Remedy/2010 Mare

(Heart Of A Fox X SPD Remedys Response X Smart Peppy Doc) Earnings: $ 25,160.41 Owner(s): Loren C. Macey & James P. Baker Rider(s): Jon Roeser, Jeremy Meador

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Bloomer offers the highest quality standards of any trailer manufacturer and backs it up with a 10 year structural warranty. For information, see your local Bloomer Trailer dealer or visit www.bloomertrailers.com.

Rios of Mercedes, the Official Boot of the National Reined Cow Horse Association, is one of the last truly handmade all leather boots produced in the United States. There is no secret to making top quality boots. All you need is the finest leather and true bootmakers with years of experience and the desire to be the best at their craft. Rios has remained true to its roots by making boots for folks who are involved in performance and working horses, raise livestock and in general make their living outdoors. Rios has never cheapened their product by taking shortcuts, lowering standards or chasing fashion trends.

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Bob’s Custom Saddles are ridden and endorsed by the best of the best in competitive Western riding sports today. Our superior craftsmanship and attention to detail have made our reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping, ranch, trail and show saddles the preferred choice of professional riders from around the world. Saddle up with us on the web at www.BobsCustomSaddles.com.

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Compiled by Kate Bradley Byars

TOP TEAMS

Meet the horse and rider teams claiming 2019 Regional Champion titles.

Riders competed at sanctioned National Reined Cow Horse Association events in eight geographic regions as well as at premier events to earn points and money toward a year-end title. To be crowned a Regional Champion is the culmination of hours of practice, miles of hauling and an unwavering dedication to showing reined cow horse.

Here are our 2019 NRCHA Regional Champions.

CANADA Open Bridle

VERONICA M. SWALES / ANNIES PLAYIN CAT

Earning $6,620 on their way to the Open Bridle Regional Award are owner-rider Veronica Swales, of Blackie, Alberta, and 2009 gelding Annies Playin Cat (Annies Cat x Bob Playin x Bobs Freckle).

Limited Open Bridle

TRESSIE C. SMITH / LENAS SMOKIN JAC

Aboard Corey and Mike Davis’ 2009 stallion Lenas Smokin Jac (Jacs Electric Spark x Smokin Up Lena x Smokin 45), trainer

Tressie Smith earned the Limited Open Bridle Regional Award. The 29-year-old from Cardston, Alberta, has been riding the stallion since he was 4.

“I have to thank Corey for the opportunity to chase my dreams on ‘Hank,’” said Smith. “This year, it was a challenge showing, coaching and being a first time mom. Time management and having an awesome support team was crucial. My most memorable moment was our first show, and I was nervous beucase I’d recently had a baby and was a little out of shape. Hank and I had a hard-running cow and he completely took care of me. I cried as I walked out of the arena.”

For a hard turning stallion that has huge fence runs, Hank is well suited for not only his trainer to show, but also his owner. Corey rode Hank to win the Non Pro Limited Regional Award in 2018.

The stallion is also going to step into the roping box this winter, with Smith’s husband, Shayne, in the saddle.

Non Pro Bridle

TERI J. HOLOWATH / SDP BLU REY

In a repeat win, Teri Holowath and her 2011 gelding SDP Blu Rey (TR Dual Rey x Sues Lil Dusty x Meradas Blue Sue) once again earned the Regional Award for Non Pro Bridle. This year, though, “Budlite” went through a change early in the show season.

“We gelded him in March,” said Holowath, who co-owns the horse with her husband, Bart, who also shows him.

“We were worried it would change his

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gritty intensity but it didn’t. He’s a very nice gelding! He’s very quick-footed and powerful. I feel like I’m going to fly off of him for fence turns.”

The quick action Budlite takes in the show pen garnered the horse high marks at premier events, such as the 2019 Non Pro Two Rein Spectacular Champion title at the NRCHA Derby. Holowath, of Cayley, Alberta, also made the finals in the Non Pro Bridle at the World Show, and regularly does well at the Calgary Stampede reined cow horse show. A managing partner in The Catalyst Group, she and Bart enjoy showing together.

“It’s a fun sport we enjoy together,” she said. “John Swales is our trainer. He is so talented and committed to make sure our horses are prepared. I’d like to thank Suzon Schaal, DVM, with TD Equine for keeping our horses healthy. And, thanks to all the show committees for your hard work.”

Dolly (by Ima Doc O Lena), the thing Anderson likes most about Sadee is her good mind.

“We only have one show a year in British Columbia, and the next closest show in Canada is 12 hours away, so travel is a challenge,” she said. “We like to spend most of our time trail riding.

This fall, I showed Sadee’s daughter, a 3-year-old mare by Smart Boons. I won the Amateur, Novice and Non Pro in the Alberta Snaffle Bit Futurity. Sadee will be 15 [next year] so I’ll probably breed her again in the spring.”

In spite of the mare’s age and travel challenges, and had the highest fence work score at the NRCHA show held at the Calgary Stampede, in Calgary, Alberta. Anderson credits mentors Keith and Sandy Smith with advice and guidance; and she thanks John Swales for his help before show time.

Intermediate Non Pro Bridle

PAT BOLIN / CIRCLE OF LIGHTS

DEBORAH A. ANDERSON / SIGNED PRESCRIPTION

A mortgage broker from Abbotsford, British Columbia, Deborah Anderson doesn’t let a full-time job interfere with her reined cow horse goals. She and Signed Prescription, called “Sadee,” have paired up since she bought the 2005 mare as a 2-year-old, winning the Novice Non Pro World Champion title in 2015. By High Sign Nugget and out of Ima Docs

Novice Non Pro Bridle

In two years of showing together, 66-year-old Pat Bolin has accomplished earning a Regional Award with his 2012 stallion, Circle Of Lights (CD Lights x Circle N Show Girl x Nu Circle N Cash).

The Stettler, Alberta, mechanical business owner appreciates the stallion’s good mind.

“Halfway through the show season I ‘forgot’ how to change leads, but he stayed with me,” said Bolin. “He is a very good athlete with a great mind.”

In addition to showing reined cow horse, Bolin enters in AQHA and NRHA events. He is under the guidance of Clay Webster of CW Performance Horses, who Bolin thanks for his success in 2019.

Open Hackamore

DALE E. CLEARWATER / DELUXE STRLIT NIGHT

Green Pine Ranch’s 2015 mare Deluxe Strlit Night (Lena Inthe Starlight x Ima Deluxe Playgirl x Mr Play Holly), had an exceptional show year. The mare earned champion titles at the Calgary Stampede in the Open Hackamore, the Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association Open Derby and in the Classic Cow Horse Open Derby.

Trainer Dale Clearwater, of Okotoks, Alberta, was in the saddle. Clearwater, and his wife, Teri, raised the mare before selling her as a 2-year-old.

“She isn’t a very big horse, but she doesn’t know it,” said Mel Mabbott of Green Pine Ranch. “She has so much try and so much grit. A few weeks prior to the Calgary Stampede, ‘Lucy’ was sore.

It turned out to be a pulled muscle. We thought we needed to scratch [the show] but a couple days later she was 100-percent sound. Nothing can stop her!”

Mabbott thanks Dale and Teri Clearwater of Justabouta Ranch for going above and beyond to keep Lucy healthy, fit and show ready.

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most special physical talent is her mental toughness. If a tough cow gets in her face she doesn’t back down. She gets better and better on a tough cow!”

Non Pro Hackamore

CLAYTON HINES / NORTHERN GUNS

Regional Award winner Clayton Hines, of Rocky Rapids, Alberta, piloted 2014 gelding Northern Guns (Maximum Echo x Rose Holly x Mr Play Holly) to $1,460 in earnings and the year-end title.

ALEX ALVES / CE DUAL REY MEOW

When owner Leslie Posein decided it was time to focus on her own horse goals, she purchased 2014 mare CE Dual Rey Meow (Dual Rey x Dees Cats Meow x High Brow Cat) and sent her to trainer Alex Alves.

“I purchased ‘Kitty’ the end of January in 2018,” said Posein. “After raising my children and mainly just riding for pleasure, I finally had the time, money and determination to involve myself in the reined cow horse discipline. It’s all a challenge to me but that makes life interesting when you try something new at 50-plus years. Alex has gotten Kitty ready to be able to do her job and have enough presence about herself that having a beginner like me onboard isn’t going to phase her at all.”

Posein watched Alves pilot her mare to the NRCHA Hackamore Classic Level 1 Limited Open Reserve Champion title in 2019, a highlight. She credits every success the mare has had to trainer Alves.

“I think the biggest challenge for Kitty and her trainer, Alex, had to be moving locations from an Alberta summer to Texas in August,” Posein said. “She adjusted incredibly well despite the major climate difference. Alex has shown what an excellent horseman he is and by his guidance I am able to ride and work a cow with confidence that I didn’t have before. According to Alex, Kitty’s

Open Two Rein

VANCE I. KAGLEA / BOOM TO THE MAX

Victoria, British Columbia, professional Vance Kaglea piloted owner Monica Willie’s 2013 stallion, Boom To The Max (Maximum Echo x Docs Chicaboom x Doc Boomernic), to the Regional Award for Open Two Rein and earned $1,174.50.

Non Pro Two Rein

BART HOLOWATH / SMART LOOKIN NURSE

Cayley, Alberta, Non Pro Bart Holowath rode his 2013 gelding Smart Lookin Nurse (WR This Cats Smart x NurseWare x Dual Rey) to the Non Pro Two Rein Regional Award for 2019. The duo earned $2,910.

x Shining Spark) captured the Canadian Youth Bridle Regional Award. Colleen Penner, who leases him to Tyree, owns the gelding.

“I am very thankful to Colleen for the opportunity to show CD Shiner,” said Tyree. “He is a hard stopper and I really had to practice my timing.”

The Millarville, Alberta, grade school student thanks his dad, NRCHA professional John Swales, with coaching him. In addition to reined cow horse, Tyree also ropes off the gelding.

Youth Limited

KATE WEDDERBURN / JACS CLASSY BOY

Youth Kate Wedderburn of Okotoks, Alberta, piloted 2002 gelding Jacs Classy Boy (Jacs Main Sail x Skys Flashy Rose x Wrangler Skye Pine) to $910 in earnings on her way to the year-end Regional Award in the Youth Limited. The gelding is owned by Kristy Wedderburn.

Non Pro Limited / 5K Non Pro Limited

Youth Bridle

ROBYN MORRISON / WHIZ N BOOGIE

TYREE J.P. SWALES / CD SHINER

In only nine months together, 13-yearold Tyree Swales and 2006 gelding CD Shiner (CD Olena x Shiners Little Oak

The 2018 1k Non Pro Limited Regional Award winners Robyn Morrison and Whiz N Boogie (BL Whiz Kid x Boogies Flashy Lady x Wannabee Flashy) returned in 2019 to earn another award in a step-up division, Non Pro Limited.

A 37-year-old from High River, Alberta, Morrison co-owns the 2005 gelding with her husband, Jonathan. The couple work

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“Finding time to practice with a busy toddler and the ranch is a challenge,” said Morrison. “This horse has so much heart and is very cowy. He is forgiving and has been a great teacher.”

Trainer Vance Kaglea helps Morrison better her horsemanship and showmanship, she said. That, along with her husband’s encouragement, is what keeps Morrison trying in the show pen.

INTERNATIONAL Open Bridle

Limited Open Bridle

MICHELE DESIMONE / CICO LIGHT

1k Non Pro Limited

PEPTOS LIL BINGO

MEGAN C. RUSNACK / LIGHTNING HITS TWICE

In their first year competing in the 1k Non Pro Limited class, Megan Rusnack and her 2006 gelding, Lightning Hits Twice (Dual Rey x Lightning Lil Dulce x Smart Little Lena), earned the Canadian Regional Award for the class. From Calgary, Alberta, Rusnack is a stay-athome mom to Mason and Kaley, and stepped into showing later in life.

“This was our first year competing and my biggest challenge was counting my spins,” she said. “This year I won my first buckle, ever!”

Rusnack credits her supportive team with this year-end win: her husband, Travis, parents Kevin and Linda, and inlaws Blair and Glenda, as well as Cody and Farrah McArthur, Kim Krebs and CorVet.

Todd Bergen have been the two that I really got inspiration from,” he said.

“We’ve had a lot of [NRCHA professionals] come to Europe and I’ve learned from all of them.”

Markus Schopfer, of Ivrea, Italy, piloted his 2002 stallion Peptos Lil Bingo (Peptoboonsmal x Conchita Gay Bingo x Bingo Hickory) to his second straight Open Bridle International Regional Award. The trainer has won the European Reined Cow Horse Association Futurity and Derby multiple times, and has been showing the horse since it was 4 years old.

“He was originally a reiner, but he was a little too sensitive for some reiners,” Schopfer said. “I tried him in the cow horse and he was always, always really good to me. He gives me good rides again and again with honesty and power.

With his age, I thought he would slow down, but [this last year] at the Nation’s Cup, he marked a 74 in the herd work, and did a great rein and fence work. I am so proud of him; I never thought I would have such a great horse in my life.”

Peptos Lil Bingo is an ERCHA Bridle Horse of the Year. Schopfer gives the stallion most winters off and prepares him just before the show season, keeping him fresh and ready to go. The pair shows in reining and reined cow horse events throughout the show year.

“I watch all the great guys in the States and we get some over here to do clinics, but in the last year, Todd Crawford and

Riding Cico Light (Bingo Starlight x CJ Cica Jac x Jacs Little Pine), Michele DeSimone of Cineto Romano, Italy, earned the Limited Open Bridle Regional Award. Gianpiero Rosatelli, of Gorga, Italy, owns the 2008 stallion.

Of the European events, Rosatelli most enjoyed watching the stallion compete at Americana, the European Reined Cow Horse Association’s futurity and horse show. The horse also competed in Cremona, Italy, at the ERCHA Derby.

Prior to showing in reined cow horse, Cico Light also competed in reining.

DeSimone and Rosatelli thank Markus Schopfer for his guidance.

Non Pro Bridle / Youth Bridle

LENI BARTMANN / SMART LITTLE THEO

Fifteen-year-old Leni Bartmann not only won her first title in 2019, she won two.

The student from Osthofen, Germany, won the Non Pro Bridle and Youth Bridle Regional Awards riding her 2008 gelding Smart Little Theo (Smart Flying Colors x Honey Be Smart x Ill Be Smart).

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“I’ve been showing ‘Theo’ since 2014.

We started in reining but in 2015 began cow horse events,” said Leni. “Theo’s greatest talent is the incredible will to please. He has been a rock solid partner in rein work and cow work throughout the year.”

The pair compete in versatility stock horse competitions in addition to reined cow horse, though it is a challenge for Leni to get time off of school to compete.

In addition to thanking her parents for their support, Leni gives credit to Theo.

“Theo puts up with me, never lets me down and helps me become a better rider every step of the way,” she said.

Intermediate Non Pro Bridle

GERHARD LAST / DUALIN RIPPY

Riding 2006 mare Dualin Rippy (Mister Dual Pep x Ripon Nic x Reminic), Gerhard Last earned the Intermediate Non Pro Bridle Regional Award. Last is from Neudenau, Germany.

2013 gelding GS Top On Whizard (Sail on Top Whizard x Miss Tari Jez x Doc Tari) to the Open Two Rein Regional Award.

The 26-year-old manages a stable and trains horses for reined cow horse and reining.

“I bought him when he was 2, and he was a reining horse,” said Richard. “I taught him to play with cows at 4. He’s a really great spinner and I can always trust him for the fence work.”

Richard credits Markus Schopfer with teaching her what she knows when she worked for him as an assistant trainer.

During the 2019 year, her skills were best tested at the last show.

“We showed really hard and when it was time to fence the cow, it pushed really hard against my leg and horse’s shoulder,” Richard recalled. “[The horse] really impressed me because he never gave up or let the cow go.”

Non Pro Two Rein

Time to compete is Winkler’s biggest challenge in getting into the show pen. He thanks Al Dunning and Shadd Parkinson with horsemanship help that enabled his success in 2019.

Youth Limited

NELLIE SVENSSON PERSSON / SMART AS KITTY CAT

Swedish rider Nellie Svensson Persson rode 2014 mare Smart As Kitty Cat (WR This Cats Smart x Madonnas Dun It x Hollywood Dun It) to the Youth Limited Regional Award. Anelli Svensson of Nattraby, Sweden, owns the mare.

Non Pro Limited

DOMINIK SCHAEFFER / STEP ARISTOCRAT MR

Aboard 2014 stallion Step Aristocrat Mr (Tassas Aristocrat x Robinia Step Mr x Vibrant Step), owned by Eva Schaeffer, rider Dominik Schaeffer earned the Non Pro Limited Regional Award. The two hail from Pfungstadt, Germany.

Open Hackamore

5k Non Pro Limited

Owned by Silverstone Ranch of Lounovice, Czech Republic, 2015 stallion Oh Cay MC (Metallic Cat x Oh Cay Meriah x Light N Lena) earned the Open Hackamore Regional Award with trainer Markus Schopfer in the saddle.

German reined cow horse Non Pro Sophie-Alett Kruspe and 2013 mare Jacks Red Sunshine (Shiners Red Pepper x Miss Tivio x MR XL Jackson) earned the 5k Non Pro Limited Regional Award.

Kruspe is from Salzhemmendorf.

MARKUS SCHOPFER / OH CAY MC

SOPHIE-ALETT KRUSPE / JACKS RED SUNSHINE

Open Two Rein

HANNES WINKLER / CATTIN DOWNTOWN

MARINE RICHARD / GS TOP ON WHIZARD

Marine Richard, of Valeille, France, rode

Hannes Winkler, a rancher from Ellmau, Austria, captured his first Regional Award in 2019 aboard Cattin Downtown (Smooth As A Cat x Zacks Fifth Avenue x Zack T Wood). The Non Pro has only had the 2013 gelding for 18 months.

“His special talent is his ability to stop and turn,” Winkler said. “Our best moment this year was winning the two rein class at Americana, the biggest cow horse event in Europe.”

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he’s made in NRCHA. “No matter your age, challenge yourself and pursue your dreams,” Beckett said. “Participating in NRCHA events is my challenge, and my passion.”

Limited Open Bridle

“I would not be here without my original mentors, Sandy Collier and Ron Emmons,” said Courtney. “I am humbled and grateful for the great horses and friends who have made this adventure so rewarding. There is not a day that goes by when I can’t wait to get to the barn and ride.”

Non Pro Bridle / Intermediate Non Pro Bridle

TRAVIS YOUNG / CUTTIN WRIGHT UP

Cuttin Wright Up (Hes Wright On x Isabellena x Quejanaisalena) adds another title to his long list of accomplishments with the 2019 North Central Regional Award for Open Bridle. This time, Travis Young was in the saddle for owner David Beckett, an attorney from Cody, Wyoming.

The 2011 gelding has had multiple riders in his saddle, but none who appreciate him as much as Beckett, who hadn’t ridden until he was 60 years old. The now 67-year-old says that “Junior” is his once-in-a-lifetime horse. While Young showed in the Open, Beckett showed in the Non Pro divisions.

“I would like to thank Todd Crawford for introducing me to Travis Young and Wade Meador, who have helped me so much,” said Beckett. “Junior is a beautiful mover and very gritty. He’s only 14.1 hands yet he performs huge! Not only has Travis finished Junior into a great bridle horse, he is a horse that competes in Open at the same shows where I ride Limited. This says a lot about what a great horse he is and what a great trainer Travis is!”

Through Junior, Beckett has made many connections in the reined cow horse industry. His wife, Laura, is the most supportive, but so are the friends

CAMILLE H. COURTNEY / WIMPARETTE

Juggling a real estate brokerage and training horses isn’t easy, but with the support of clients and friends, Camille Courtney does just that. In 2019, the Elizabeth, Colorado, horsewoman rode Pat Close’s 2009 mare, Wimparette (Wimpys Little Step x Tribeca Tucher x Lenas Wright On) to the North Central Region Limited Open Bridle Award. The pair have been showing together for three years.

“As a former reining horse, she learned her role as a cow horse quickly, and she dominates the cow,” Courtney said. “She has so much grit. This year, the [Colorado Reined Cowhorse Association] Mountain High Show was judged by Sam Rose, and we won the Limited Open with a 145 on the fence. Her turns were fierce.”

In addition to reined cow horse, Courtney uses the mare for ranch riding, reining, cutting and helping local ranches sort and gather cattle. With more than 30-plus years in the industry, Courtney said that showing Wimparette equals as much joy as she had to win the 1996 Raffle Colt.

NICOLE WESTFALL / SURELY A PEPTO NIC

Nicole Westfall, 23 of Calhan, Colorado, repeats her Regional Award for 2019, but this time aboard Surely A Pepto Nic (Surely A Pepto x In Your Eyes x Reminic). The realtor and Non Pro rode the 2010 gelding to the Non Pro Bridle and Intermediate Non Pro Bridle titles.

“I paired with ‘Marley’ last February during the World Show,” said Westfall, whose parents, Desiree and Jeff, own the horse. “He loves to go down the fence.

He is extremely gritty and tries so hard.”

The end of Westfall’s show season brought the challenge of having to overcome an accident down the fence that caused her both emotional stress and physical pain. With the help of others, she was able to get her horses ready to show.

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Westfall thanks the CRCA and NRCHA for a great show year, as well as the support of the association’s sponsors.

Open Hackamore

Novice Non Pro Bridle

MATT KOCH / ROAN OLENA OAK

PARIS M. STARN / GIVEN YA GOOSEBUMPS

A 21-year-old junior at the University of Wyoming, Paris Starn managed to juggle school and showing reined cow horse successfully enough to earn the North Central Regional Award for the Novice Non Pro Bridle. She rode her 2010 stallion Given Ya Goosebumps (Starlight Captain x Missy Dual Master x Dual Peppy).

“This was my ‘rookie’ NRCHA year, but my horse is a seasoned veteran,” said Starn, of Laramie, Wyoming. “I’ve owned Goose for three years. He’s taken me farther than any horse I’ve ever owned.

His most special talent is cow work; he’s an amazing cutting horse. The best part about ‘Goose’ is that the tougher the cow, the tougher he gets.”

In 2019, Starns’ biggest challenge was getting into the right mindset prior to shows. She said she learned a lot about mental preparation.

“I would like to thank Dale Tingle for his mentorship; he is like a dad to me,” Starn said. “I would like to thank my father, Peter Starn, for believing in me and letting me pursue my passion. Lastly, thanks to the CRCA for everything they do!”

In 2019, Colorado NRCHA professional Matt Koch rode Roan Olena Oak (Olena Oak x Starlight Sailor x Topsail Cody) to the Open Hackamore North Central Regional Award for owners Connie and Mark Buckley. Immediately prior to the 2019 Snaffle Bit Futurity®, the Buckley’s sold the 2015 roan stallion to Jake and Jessie Telford of Caldwell, Idaho.

Limited Open Hackamore

MATTHEW W. MATUSIO / COLORLESS DIAMOND

Aboard Glenn and Sandy Kaplan’s 2015 mare, Colorless Diamond (Like A Diamond x JR Cool Lena x JR Colord And Cool), Matthew W. Matusio of Calhan, Colorado, earned the Limited Open Hackamore Regional Award.

Heart (Metallic Cat x Ms Mimosa x Freckles Playboy), to the North Central Regional Award in the Non Pro Hackamore. Swanson, a “mostly retired” lawyer, owns and manages a cow-calf operation. He and Metallic Heart have paired up in the show pen since midDecember 2018.

“She’s gritty and willing to give as much as one asks of her without getting overly wound up,” Swanson said.

“It was a challenge to find adequate opportunities to ride here in Northern Colorado over the winter, so getting familiar with her was difficult until well into the spring.”

In spite of that delay in their pairing, the two had a successful show year, competing in reined cow horse as well as versatility ranch horse events. Swanson credits a number of people in the NRCHA with giving him advice over the years.

“Jim and Jill Cook introduced me to reined cow horse and have been a great help over the years,” he said. “I’ve ridden under Don Murphy’s watchful eye a few times, and Keith Vogel has been an effective coach that strikes the right balance between criticism and encouragement.”

Open Two Rein

Non Pro Hackamore

JEB P. STOLTZFUS / LEGAL CUT CONRAD T. SWANSON / METALLIC HEART

Wellington, Colorado, Non Pro Conrad Swanson piloted his 2014 mare, Metallic

John and Debbie Braly’s 2013 mare, Legal Cut (Spooks Bluestem x Baywatch Jury x Taris Judge), earned the Regional Award for the Open Two Rein with Jeb Stoltzfus

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in the saddle. Stoltzfus found the mare for the Braly’s to purchase from Scott and Jane Bagley.

“She is very solid in every aspect,” said John. “Whether it is the reining, herd work or fence work, ‘Mary Jane’ is consistent and at the top of her game every run. We are all excited for Jeb and Mary Jane for earning second place this year in a tough Open Bridle Spectacular in McCook, Nebraska. He also prepared her for her first four-event class at the Colorado State Fair, competing now in team roping and ranch rodeo events.”

When asked, Stoltzfus said he was fortunate to work with and learn from Blue Allen and wants to thank John and Deb for teaming with him to train and show the mare.

“As owners we cannot thank Jeb enough for the friendship and commitment to making our mare such a fantastic horse,” said the Bralys. “We also wish to thank Blue and Jeannie Allen for their help, support and friendship. Finally, a shout out to the team of veterinarians and farriers that keep Mary Jane prepared for the shows.”

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KRISTY KAY MILLER / SMART AND DRIVEN

In April 2017, Kristy Miller purchased Smart And Driven (WR This Cats Smart x Purpose Driven x Peptoboonsmal), a 2013 gelding. The cosmetologist from Tryon, Nebraska, was attracted to “Herman” for

his speed in the show pen.

“Honestly, every time I get to show Herman, it is the best,” she said. “It’s a challenge to keep him focused in reining, and we do show reining and versatility in addition to reined cow horse.”

The multi-talented duo captured the North Central Regional Award for the Non Pro Two Rein in 2019. Miller credits mentor Matt Koch for the advice he’s given her.

“Matt has taught me so much in reined cow horse,” she said. “His attitude to always put the horse’s best interest first has been a game changer for me. I’m having fun [showing] again.”

both Youth and Youth Limited. She said she couldn’t do it with out the support of the LA Performance Horses family, or her horse.

“I am so thankful for the opportunity to ride and show such a great horse and talented individual like ‘Jojo’ is,” Maisen said. “She makes everything so easy.”

Youth Limited

Youth Bridle

RILEY P. FRIESEN / NIC SNEAKIN NITRO

MAISEN AVENT / JOJO TARI

Riding a 2009 mare owned her father, NRCHA professional Lavert Avent, Maisen Avent earned the Youth Bridle Regional Award and $1,007 in 2019. Jojo Tari (Little Polo Joe x Tari Acre x Bob Acre Doc) carried the 15-year-old Youth rider.

“The whole season was so memorable getting to do what I enjoy,” said the high school sophomore. “This horse is special circling a cow; she’s gritty and physical. I thank my dad for coaching me and teaching me the finer points of going down the fence. Also, my mom, Tammie, has sacrificed so much so I can go and show.”

Maisen also competes in AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse events, where she is a two-time World Champion, in

Colby, Kansas, Youth rider Riley Friesen rode Nic Sneakin Nitro (Shining Lil Nic x Sneakin Lil Nitro x Nitro Dual Doc) to earn the Youth Limited Regional Award.

The 10-year-old fifth-grade student competes on the 2014 gelding owned by her mom, Amanda Friesen.

“I started riding ‘Voe’ after the [2018] Celebration of Champions,” Riley said.

“He’s a big stopper! I struggled with his right turn around at the beginning of the season. Our most memorable run was the fun cutting run at the Hackamore Classic.”

Riley thanks her trainer, E.J. Laubscher, for trainer her “amazing” horse and helping her throughout the season.

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KATIE MATUSIO / SM JUST IN TIME

MICHAEL TRACY / ONE SMOKIN TAZ

BRUCE PERRY / SURELYSLEAPNFORSUGAR

Three times the charm for Katie Matusio and a 2004 Gelding SM Just In Time (A Chic In Time x Doc N Coco x Dox Coco Lena), as they win their third North Central Regional Award. The Calhan, Colorado, histology technician paired with the gelding in 2015.

“He is super cowy and really likes to get physical on a cow,” she said. “This horse was so solid and consistent for me every time I stepped into the pen. Trying to juggle time spent getting a Futurity horse ready to show and also keeping my bridle horse show-ready was a challenge this year.”

Matusio’s husband, Matt, trains cow horses and cutting horses, and shares his knack with his wife. Aside from his help and direction, Matusio appreciates the other trainers in the CRCA who provide turnback help and advice.

“We have a great organization, filled with wonderful and encouraging people, and we are truly blessed to be part of it,” Matusio said.

Repeating their win from 2018 are 5k Non Pro Limited North Central Regional Award winners Michael Tracy and One Smokin Taz (Pepto Taz x Smokin Smarty Pants x Smart Mate). Tracy has paired with the 2009 gelding only two years.

“His cow work is what I think is most special about him,” said the 66-year-old senior wireless administrator from Fort Lupton, Colorado. “This year, I worked to improve our spins.”

With the help of coaches Jim and Jill Cook of J&J Cook Performance Horses, Tracy and One Smokin Taz continue to hit their reined cow horse goals.

Elizabeth, Colorado, Non Pro Bruce Perry claims he is still learning to ride Surelysleapnforsugar (Surely A Pepto x Ooh Sugalena x Docs Sug), though the pair have been showing for almost three years together. Previously shown

by Jason Patrick to the 2013 Reserve National Champion Limited Open Hackamore title, the 2008 mare came into Perry’s life through trainer Lavert Avent.

Perry and his wife, Sandy, own the mare together, and both compete in ranch versatility events as well as the CRCA. The mare was a step up from Perry’s previous show horse.

“I often joke about not being able to do two things at once, but that is my biggest challenge [showing],” Perry said. “My challenge this year has been to keep my head in the game and not make mental mistakes while continuing to ride my horse. Our last show [of 2019] was in Montrose, and it was one of our best runs ever. It was a great way to wrap the CRCA season.”

Perry is grateful for Patrick selling the mare to him and to trainer Avent for coaching him. His plan is to continue showing in the CRCA. “We have enjoyed showing with the CRCA, it’s a great organization that supports it’s members and encourages us all to be better horseman,” said Perry.

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MARK SIGLER / ITS TIME TO SMOKUM

Pennsylvania NRCHA professional Mark Sigler piloted Its Time To Smokum (One Time Pepto x Smokum Chicy x Smart Chic Olena), a 2013 stallion owned by the Dominic I. Conicelli Estate, to the Open Bridle Regional Award.

Non Pro Bridle / Non Pro Bridle – Southeastern Region

Intermediate Non Pro Bridle

Limited Open Bridle

JAMES K. ROTH / KICK UP THE LIGHTS MEG ROSELL-PURSEL / UNOS SMART LIL CASH

HOLLY L. SHOCKRO / WOUND A LITTLE TIGHT

Riding her 2006 mare Wound A Little Tight (Freckles Fancy Twist x Coveja Acres x Bob Acre Doc), Holly Shockro captured the Limited Open Bridle Northeastern Regional Award. The Bernardston, Massachusetts, professional owns Dry Brook Stables.

“This is my first NRCHA title! ‘Scooter’ and I have teamed up for two-and-a-half years,” the 33-year-old trainer said. “She knows her job and knows right where she needs to be. I’ve learned a lot from her.”

Shockro is grateful to all the new friends made in NRCHA and to her mentor, Monty Bruce.

“Monty has always pushed me beyond what I thought I could do and he motivates me to improve,” she said. “Every time I ride with Monty I learn more and gain confidence. I’d also thank my friends, family and husband, Dennis, for their support and belief in me. And to my sponsor, Blue Seal Feeds.”

Pennsylvania native Meg Rosell-Pursel didn’t only nab one regional title this year for the Non Pro Bridle, she got two, one for the Northeastern Region and one for the Southeastern region. A co-owner in the family’s Rosell Trailers Ranch and Tack, Rosell-Pursel rode her 2011 gelding Unos Smart Lil Cash (Uno What Time It Is x Okies Second Down x Miss N Okie) to both titles.

“We’ve been a successful team for five years and have won some regional championships, including the East Coast Reined Cow Horse Classic Non Pro Bridle Championship,” said the 50-yearold Non Pro. “He is really cowy and can handle tough cattle with a lot of speed, but he never gets cow fresh. Showing to win while keeping in mind that not every run can be all-out has been a challenge this year. I try to make sure my horses are competitive for many years.”

She also ropes on her bridle horse Baddabing Baddaboon. Rosell-Pursel said that her family comes together to show and compete and that support means a lot to her.

James Roth of Trappe, Pennsylvania, and Kick Up The Lights, a 2010 Stallion (CD Lights x Kickback Nic x Nic It In The Bud), won the Intermediate Non Pro Bridle Northeastern Regional Award for 2019 with $522.72 in earnings.

Novice Non Pro Bridle

JACOB PARTRIDGE / MJ DUNNIT

A 31-year-old heavy duty diesel mechanic from Arkport, New York, Jacob Partridge has spent the last three years showing NRCHA. This year, his dedication paid off with a Novice Non Pro Bridle Regional Award riding 2005 gelding MJ Dunit (Hollywood Dun It x Catty N Classy x Taris Catalyst), owned by his wife, Lauren. “’Woody’ is a very special horse.

He came from a reining background,

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which pretty much made him hate life,” Partridge said. “He was such a grump, kind of sour, just had a bad attitude. I convinced Lauren, who had bought him for reining, to give him some time off and let me put some cow on him. I spent a couple hours working cows with him and knew we had something special. He was so natural, so happy and just really wanted to work cows. We decided to give him to [NRCHA trainer and judge] Darren Bilyea for a month to get him going down the fence, and that he did.”

With his history of getting sour, a challenge in 2019 was for Partridge to keep Woody’s mind fresh while also keeping the horse in good shape. The duo also shows in ranch sorting.

“My parents got me starting riding at a young age, and they turn back at the [New York Reined Cow Horse Association] shows; I can’t thank them, and my wife Lauren, enough,” Partridge said. “Thank you to my mother-in-law Cindy Pfeifer for her support and cooking; to Darren Bilyea for coaching and critiquing; to J.D. Shiner for keeping Wood in top shape; and to the NYRCHA for having great shows.”

Open Hackamore

to claim the Northeastern Regional Award for the Open Hackamore. Trainer Mark Sigler, of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, was in the saddle.

Black purchased “Woodrow” in December 2017 as a Derby prospect. He sent the horse to Sigler in April 2019.

Black and his wife, Jennifer co-own the horse, and Jen also shows him.

“Watching Jen show him in the Non Pro Limited Derby at the ARCHA yearend show was a highlight of the year,” said Black. “We can’t thank Mark Sigler enough for all he has done with this horse in 2019. Jen will be able to show him in 2020 and really enjoy him now.”

KAREN BLACK / WANTS TWO B A CAT

Winchendon, Massachusetts, professional Karen Black piloted Wants Two B A Cat (Star Bert Gray x Two B Blue Baditude x Blu Quachita Hancock) to the Limited Open Hackamore Northeastern Regional Award for owner Dina Mazzola, of Bolton, Massachusetts.

Non Pro Hackamore

ANITA M. FLICK / DUALING MOONSHINE

Aboard her 2014 mare Dualing Moonshine (Cats moonshine x Hughes Dualing Lena x Dual Rey), owner-rider Anita Flick, of Jonestown, Pennsylvania, earned the Non Pro Hackamore Regional Award.

JACK W. MINTEER / DANDY SMOOTHIE

Stephen D. Black’s 2014 gelding Some Sweet BettinCat (Bet Hesa Cat x Some Kinda Sweety x Sweet Lil Pepto) garnered enough points and $2,792.00 in earnings

Youth Bridle

Limited Open Hackamore

Open Two Rein

MARK SIGLER / SOME SWEET BETTINCAT

Smooth Merry (Smooth As A Cat x Merry Merada x Freckles Merada) to $777.80 and the Northeastern Non Pro Two Rein Regional Award. Priscoe is from Smithtown, New York.

Riding Chelsey Elm Farm LLC’s 2013 mare Dandy Smoothie (Smooth Talk Doc x Watch Lucky Dandy x LovinMalbec), Jack Minteer of Naples, New York, earned $350.00 and the Open Two Rein Regional Award.

Non Pro Two Rein

FRANK V. PRISCOE, JR. / SMOOTH MERRY

Frank Priscoe, Jr. rode his 2012 mare

AMBER RIEHL / SWEET HIJACKIN CHEX

Amber Riehl earned her first major NRCHA title in 2019 aboard her 2014 gelding Sweet Hijackin Chex (Ruff Up My Chex x Holly Sweet Angel x Hollywood Hijacker). The pair earned the Northeastern Region Youth Bridle Award. For the 19-year-old from Gashill, Ontario, that works for Chet Martin Martin Ranch as an assistant horse trainer, it has been a pursuit of passion.

In 2019, she competed in Fort Worth at the NRCHA Celebration of Champions for the first time, in the Youth Limited.

Then, she challenged herself to start going down the fence.

“It was definitely a whole different feel going down the fence in the show pen, but it got me hooked,” said Riehl. “Chet Martin has been my mentor and roll model since Day One of my show career.

I’d like to thank him and Jeanette Martin for always pushing me to not give up on my passion. For me, cow [horse] started as just a horse show, but now it means so much more. I strive to do better each show and to incorporate my training in the show pen.”

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The duo also competes in reining.

Youth Limited

TARYN A. CRUMMETT / MATTS CHIC N DUN IT

In their first year showing in NRCHA, 16-year-old Taryn Crummett and her 2005 gelding Matts Chic N Dun It (Matt Dillon Dun It x Excessive Lena x Smart Chic Olena) captured a big award. The student from Newcastle, Maine, travels at least six hours to show her horse, which is owned by her mom, Cheryl Crummett.

One of Taryn’s fondest memories of showing in 2019 is when her family made the trek to watch her compete.

“It is usually my mother and I traveling to shows, but my brother and father go to see me compete,” she said. “At the beginning of the [show] season, I was struggling to get lead changes, but thanks to my trainer, Karen Black, we got them most of the time come summer.”

In addition to showing reined cow horse, Taryn rides the gelding in ranch and versatility shows with the support of her mom, trainer and aunt, Pam Edwards.

Non Pro Limited

EDITH M. PETACCIO / WHITE KNIGHT TIME

Aboard White Knight Time (One Time Pepto x Little Lady Stylish x Smart Little Uno, 52-year-old Edith Petaccio captured the 2019 Non Pro Limited Regional

Champion Award. The Skippack, Pennsylvania, is an office manager for Carriage Trade Auto Auction by week and weekend warrior in the reined cow horse arena, having previous won a regional championship. Petaccio and the 2011 gelding have partnered for three years.

“He is super nice on a cow,” she said.

“My biggest challenge has been learning to trust my horse and leaving him along on a cow. In 2019, we marked a 75 in the step-up boxing class showing in Florida—it was so much fun!”

With the help of trainers and friends Mark Sigler and Alex Ciavardelli, Petaccio keeps showing in both reining and reined cow horse fun for her and her horse.

5k Non Pro Limited

is as a teacher. This year my challenge was to master my show anxiety and our rundowns. Spyder is a huge stopper and we finally got that plus-one.”

Spyder is owned by Steve Black, her husband and biggest cheerleader. Black credits him, her Atlantic Reined Cow Horse Association friends and fellow competitors, and coach Mark Sigler with helping her believe in herself.

“This journey has been the most humbling and frustrating for both my horse and me,” Black said. “I had interested parties and I often thought I should sell him, but I decided not to be a quitter. I had to finish this journey. I can’t wait to see what else my buddy, Spyder, has to teach me.”

1k Non Pro Limited

MICHAEL RIZZO / RUFF NIGHT IN DIXIE JENNIFER BLACK / CHICS CALL ME SMART

Jennifer Black will remember 2019 as the year she finally score a plus-one on a stop. Riding Chics Call Me Smart, a 2011 gelding by Imasmartpepto and out of Party Chics (by Smart Chic Olena), the Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, competitor also claimed the Northeastern Regional Award for the 5K Non Pro Limited. “’Spyder’ is the most well-broke horse I’ve ever ridden; super soft and very feely,” she said. “He magnifies what you do to the 1000-percent, whether it is good or bad. Because of that, his best talent

Michael Rizzo wasn’t prepared to show in 2019. He hadn’t ridden all winter, and his father—the driving force behind his horse career—passed away. Rizzo’s heart just wasn’t in it, that is until his mother said he needed to ride for his father.

“The light bulb went off in my head right there that I was going to ride every show I could possible make and I was going to do it to the fullest,” Rizzo said. I never competed a full season anywhere so I challenged my self to make every show. Honestly, driving to the shows, all those miles, it helped heal me. This mare

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The mare is 9-year-old Ruff Night In Dixie (Ruff Up My Chex x Miskid Olena x Olena Fritz), a horse that Rizzo describes as super athletic and very gritty. It wasn’t easy for this owner-operator of his own

business to make the shows, but with support, he followed his dream.

“Biggest challenge I faced this season was leaving my family and my business twice a month to show,” said Rizzo, of Hauppauge, New York. “I want to thank all my show friends, New York and Pennsylvania, for being there for me this season, talking to me and a few hugs here

and there in my low times. The encouragement and the support made all the difference in the world.”

Rizzo more than simply dedicated the show season to his late father, he made good on a personal goal to hit a milestone, the Regional Award.

“I owe a lot to this horse; he is what got me started in cowhorse. Everyone says it takes one good hrose to get you on the map and he is mine,” said Blaisdell.

“Everyone wants to see the other succeed in this industry. I have to thank Jack Forsberg, who has been an influence in my training.”

La Grande, Oregon, had a successful year aboard her 2013 mare, IMA One Time Wonder (One Time Pepto x My Legend Del Cielo x Gallo Del Cielo). The pair not only won the Northwest Region Non Pro Bridle Champion award, but also won the Northwest Reined Cow Horse Association Summer Showdown Non Pro Bridle Spectacular. It was Heath’s most memorable show moment for the year.

“I entered the spectacular in hopes of just holding our own against all of the great bridle horses entered,” she said.

“Prior to that, ‘Mae’ had only entered two-rein classes. She was beautiful in the reining (146) and wicked on the fence (149)! I couldn’t believe it when they announced it and told me I had won. I was thrilled, to say the least.”

The 2013 mare is owned by Heath’s husband, Daniel, and is a past Reserve Champion at the Stallion Stakes and Derby, and made the finals in nearly every Limited Aged Event entered.

Heath credits her parents and Jim and Dema Paul with her early cow horse success; most recently, Shadd Parkinson has been her “go to” helper. Though the mare wasn’t particularly challenging for Heath, she is a thrill to ride.

“She is very physically talented all the way around, just a big, powerful mare with plenty of run and powerful brakes,” Heath said. “I believe what makes her so special for me is that she is an outstand-

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DAXON BUTTARS / MARMALADE SKY CHAD BLAISDELL / PLAYINLIGHTSOUT

Playinlightsout, a 2012 stallion by Royal Fletch and out of Lil Sally Cat (by High Brow Cat), carried owner/rider Chad Blaisdell to the 2019 Northwest Region Award in Open Bridle.

The horse trainer and rancher from Malad City, Idaho, purchased the stallion as a long yearling and trained him himself.

“He has a lot of expression on a cow, is very physical and reads the stop,” Blaisdell said. “With customer horses, he is the last one to be rode so it was a challenge to keep him legged up this year. I use him on the ranch, has competed in ranch rodeos and roping, and goes to cow horse events.”

In 2019, the stallion’s cow savvy shone through at the Idaho Futurity when Blaisdell was able to mark a 76 down the fence with a difficult cow. The year-end title is another notch in the pair’s already long list of wins.

Snowville, Utah, young Open rider Daxon Buttars piloted Marmalade Sky (Jasons Peptolena x Luvyalongtime x Gallo Del Cielo) to the Northwest Regional Award in Limited Open Bridle. Buttars, the son of NRCHA professional Brandon Buttars, earned $1,206 on the 2010 mare that is owned by Sophia Buttars.

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TONI M. HAGEN HEATH / IMA ONE TIME WONDER

Non Pro rider Toni Hagen Heath, from

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ing fence horse. She makes it really fun.

She is becoming quite a nice bridle horse, carrying herself beautifully in the bridle.”

IMA One Time Wonder began her breeding career in 2019, and now has a weanling Meteles Cat stud colt on the ground. She’s bred back again in 2020, and Heath is excited to see what the bloodlines will do in the show pen.

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De Haan challenged herself to maintain consistency this year and be mentally tough. With help from coach Dan Roeser, encouragement from Caleb Jantz, and her family, De Haan and “Peso” are achieving their goals.

“None of this would be possible without Michelle Cannon. I appreciate her support and friendship immensely,” she said. “Peso is the kindest, most willing, hardest-trying horse I’ve ever been around. He means so much to me and everyday I’m thankful to have him in my barn.”

Farms’ 2015 mare Moonlight N Diamonds (Whizkey N Diamonds x Starlight On The Bay x High Brow Cat) to $920.00 and the Limited Open Hackamore Regional Award.

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KAROLYN K. HERRIGSTAD / STYLIN THE SUN

KATHERINE G. DE HAAN, DVM / SHINERS LIL NICKLE

Caldwell, Idaho, equine veterinarian Katherine De Haan earned her first NRCHA title with the 2019 Northwest Regional Award for Intermediate Non Pro Bridle. Riding her 2011 stallion, Shiners Lil Nickle (Shiners Nickle x Lil Lena Long Legs x Smart Little Lena), De Haan brought home 11 belt buckles in her first show season.

“He is the most talented horse I’ve ever ridden,” said the 30-year-old.

“Everything is easy for him and his ability to read the cow’s movements is incredible. I swear he can read their minds. This year has been a dream come true for me and he has given me more than I could’ve wished for!”

ZANE DAVIS / BET HES BLACK

Blackfoot, Idaho, horseman Zane Davis and Bet Hes Black are no strangers to the show pen. The 2014 stallion by Bet Hesa Cat and out of Soula Jule Forever (by Soula Jule Star) were the 2017 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Reserve Champion duo. In 2019, Davis earned $2,926.70 on his way to garnering the Open Hackamore Regional Award for owners C Ranches, Inc.

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PORTIA McCUTCHAN / MOONLIGHT N DIAMONDS

Ellensberg, Washington, professional Portia R. McCutchan piloted Unicorn

Aboard Stylin The Sun (Stylin Cat x Aftercloudsunshine x Peptoboonsmal), Karolyn Herrigstad not only captured her third Northwest Region Award but also showed her first Limited Aged Event Horse. The 2014 mare, called “Norma Jean” carried Herrigstad, from Anacortes, Washington, to the Amateur Derby win and a third place in the Non Pro at the Northwest Reined Cow Horse Association show in Brasada.

“It was my first big event win,” recalled the 57-year-old Non Pro. “Norma Jean is a lot of fun in front of a cow; she is so smooth! I live in North West Washington so every show is a long trip. I couldn’t do this without the amazing support of my husband, Dale, who believes in me and encourages me in the sport I love to do.”

Along the road to her 2019 win, Herrigstad received training help from Jeremy Meador and encouragement from Dean McCann. Her previous two Region Awards were in Novice Non Pro Bridle with Docs Montana Jay.

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Billy Maupin and Kat DeHaan. Mostly though I am truly grateful to Wade, he is a special person as is his family. Wade has made Taco into the great horse he has become and I can’t wait to see this team at future shows!”

have done have been a product of him, of course only the good things. I have also learned a ton from my new horse trainer Trent Pedersen, after I switched to him in November. Trent has taught me so much.”

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WENDI LUND / TULARE DAWN

WADE REANEY / SINFULLY SMART CAT

When Karen Olson of OKC Ranches purchased 2103 stallion Sinfully Smart Cat (WR This Cats Smart x Sinful Style x Docs Stylish Oak) in 2017, she immediately moved the horse to NRCHA professional Wade Reaney’s barn in Rupert, Idaho.

Since then, the two have been a force in the cow horse, winning multiple hackamore and two rein titles.

“I have known Wade for many years and watched him come up through the ranks of the cow horse world in fine fashion,” said Olson. “There’s no one better to be around; his sense of humor really makes showing absolutely fun! On top of that, he’s a talented trainer.”

Olson enjoyed watching “Taco” give 100-percent every trip in the show pen.

The quick-footed stallion is always exciting to watch, even showing at 1:30 a.m. like Olson watched the duo do at the Magic Valley Reined Cow Horse Show in Filer, Idaho. It’s the supportive reined cow horse crowd that Olson thanks for a good show season.

“I would like to thank the guys who are always in our corner—maybe not so much this year as we weren’t in the cutting pen, but are all pretty great guys always there to help: Dan Roeser, Jon Roeser, Jake Telford and Brandon Buttars,” she said. “Our farrier, Scott Short, and veterinarians Jim Dorenkamp,

Non Pro rider Wendi Lund, of Kuna, Idaho, piloted her 2013 mare Tulare Dawn (Tulare x Yeller Jeans x Yellow Rose Of Texas) to earn $2,478.00 and the 2019 Northwest Regional Award in the Non Pro Two Rein.

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LANDON LUCE / HOLLYWOOD SHINES

In only nine months together, Landon Luce showed 2006 gelding Hollywood Shines (Doing It Shiney x Brennas Kitten x Brennas Kid) to a Regional Award in Youth Bridle. In addition to showing NRCHA, the 15-year-old student from La Center, Washington, also works with his dad’s electrical company and lifeguards during the summer. School and showing were a challenge in 2019.

“The biggest challenge in showing all around the Northwest is the traveling and missing school,” Landon said. “I did essays in the barn and math on the road.

I enjoyed driving to the shows and seeing all sorts of country while doing schoolwork. The experiences I gained this show season were amazing, and so were the people I met.”

Hollywood Shines strives to look goofy in all the photographer’s pictures, Landon said. But “Smudge” knows when it is time to show.

“Smudge is a great horse to learn on and give me his heart every time I hop in the saddle,” said Landon. “Jim Spence has been my biggest mentor this season.

He sent me down the fence for the first time in March. Everything I know and

JAYDEN A. JANSON / DOLLYS PEPINIC

Thirteen-year-old Jayden Janson rode 2012 mare Dollys Pepinic (Smart Little Pepinic x Dual N Dolly x Mister Dual Pep) to the Youth Limited Regional Award for 2019. From Kuna, Idaho, Jayden is in eighth grade.

“This is our first year competing in the NRCHA,” Jayden said. “I enjoyed going on road trips with my family, meeting new people and seeing new places.

Everything was new to ‘Dolly’ and me.”

Jayden’s mom, Shannon Janson, owns Dolly. She supports Jayden showing NRCHA and also in versatility ranch horse shows.

“I want to thank all my family and friends for the continuous support, and to Carol Schryver for being a great coach,” Jayden said. “My best friend, Rylee McGehee shows as well. It was super fun having her and her family with us!”

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MAYCN McCULLOGH / HAIDAWHIZ

EMILY E. KENNEDY / JUST AN AWESOME MATE

CHERYL LEE HAAREN / STILL WRIGHT

Maycn McCullough and her 2009 stallion Haidawhiz (Topsail Whiz x Shes My Darling x Haidas Little Pep) earned the 2019 Northwest Regional Award in the Non Pro Limited. The 16-year-old from Caldwell, Idaho, is a two-time Youth Limited Regional Award winner.

“My most memorable moment of this show season was winning the Non Pro Limited class at the [Idaho Reined Cow Horse Association] Cowhorse Classic in Nampa,” she recalled. “Being able to compete in front of my hometown crowd is always exciting.”

She and “Whiz” paired up four years ago. Maycn appreciates his big heart.

In addition to reined cow horse, Maycn competes in rodeo, and was named Miss Teen Rodeo Idaho, which made finding time to prepare for cow horse shows a challenge. The support of her parents helped her get through a successful season.

“I also want to thank my trainer, Dan Roeser, for his guidance and patience,” she said. “A huge thanks to Dr. Steve Hardy and Tex Sutfun for making sure Whiz is in tip-top shape to compete.

Lastly, thank you to my cow horse family—all these fabulous competitors, mentors and friends have given me more than I can put into words.”

Bend, Oregon, Non Pro Emily Kennedy piloted her 2003 mare Just An Awesome Mate (Smart Little Mate x De Ra Al x Half Chick Echo) to the 5k Non Pro Limited Regional Award and earned $1,871.25 along the way. A title officer and past 1K Regional Award winner, Kennedy has paired with “Justy” for four years.

“She has always been strongest in her turnarounds and super gritty in the cow work,” Kennedy said. “I retired her after the NWRCHA Summer Showdown in July. I started showing a different horse and it was a huge challenge for me to learn a new style from Justy.”

With the help of mentors and NRCHA professionals Wes Chappell and Shane Steffen, Kennedy and Justy earned this award and she is on her way to learning her new horse.

“I would not be able to have this success without them,” she said. “Thank you to Jared Sharp at Idaho Equine for keeping my horses feeling their best. I also have the best family in the world that supports me and I cannot thank them enough for all they do for me.”

Enumclaw, Washington, Non Pro Cheryl Haaren and her 2011 gelding Still Wright (Lenas Wright On x Still Sparklin x Genuine Doc) rode to the 2019 Regional Award in the 1k Non Pro Limited and $563.25 in earnings. A co-owner of Valley Auto Clinic, Inc., Haaren gives credit to her husband, Dave, for helping make her show career possible.

Two years ago, she purchased Still Wright from Michael Helsen, who still coaches her.

“Getting past all of my markers was my biggest challenge this year, and finally doing it was a memorable moment,” Haaren said. “My barn family, Rachel Koehler and coach Michael Helsen have been there the whole way.”

In addition to reined cow horse, Haaren shows in ranch riding and is adding that to their schedule next show season.

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horse riders for encouraging him to keep going.

“I couldn’t do this without my wife, Donna,” Hunt said.

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JAY McLAUGHLIN / SHINEY OUTLAW

In 2019, Michelle Cannon’s 2012 stallion Shiney Outlaw (Shiners Nickle x Mereyda x Dual Rey) and trainer Jay McLaughlin rode to multiple two-rein class championships, including the Derby Open Two Rein Spectacular. The pair earned $6,608.50 toward the Open Bridle Regional Award.

The stallion was also ridden and shown

by NRCHA professional Sarah Dawson, of Perrin, Texas. McLaughlin’s and Dawson’s combined earnings garnered the Open Two Rein Regional Award for Shiney Outlaw.

CUTTER McLAUGHLIN / CD DEE VEE DEE

CD Dee Vee Dee (CD Lights x Shiners Missy Jay x Shining Spark) and Cutter McLaughlin have won most major events in the Youth or Non Pro Bridle. In 2019, the duo, from Clarendon, Texas, earned $5,412.50 and the Regional Award for the Non Pro Bridle.

In their 10 years together, the pair have had much success, including the 2019 Regional Award for the Intermediate Non Pro Bridle.

“He and I have shown together since he was 3,” she said. “He’s a pretty mover and very consistent. This year we had memorable shows, including doing well at the Snaffle Bit Futurity in the Non Pro and Intermediate Non Pro Bridle classes.”

Fortenberry was challenged to stay sharp and improve maneuvers while not being able to show as often as she liked.

Though, she and the gelding also compete in ranch riding and Stock Horse of Texas events.

“I’d like to thank Don Murphy, Desi Holt and Abby Mixon for their mentorship,” said Fortenberry, of Bulverde, Texas. “This year was exceptional, as we were the AQHA Amateur Working Cow Horse Reserve World Champions, too.”

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PETE HUNT / SPARK N BOON

Trainer Pete Hunt, of Art, Texas, rode his 2009 mare, Spark N Boon (Peptoboonsmal x Shine Smartly x Shining Spark), to the Limited Open Bridle Regional Award for 2019. He’s previously won a regional title in 2016.

“I’ve had her since 2013. Her best trait is her fence turns,” said the 67-yearold. “I faced some mechanical problems this year with my truck, and that was challenging. But winning shows like the [NRCHA] event at Hamilton [Texas] were memorable.”

Hunt thanks his fellow reined cow

ANNABELLE BURGHER / SUDDENLY NIC JUDY FORTENBERRY / COLD HARD SMART CASH

You could say Judy Fortenberry and 2009 gelding Cold Hard Smart Cash (Big Chex To Cash x Smartin Up x Smart Little Lena) have known each other forever—the horse was born at her home.

Texas Tech University student Annabelle Burgher, of Coppell, Texas, rode her 2009 gelding, Suddenly Nic (Nic It In The Bud x Suddenly Shiney x Shining Spark), to the 2019 Novice Non Pro Bridle Regional Award. The 18-year-old previously won the 2016 1k Non Pro Limited NRCHA World Champion title and the 2017 Youth

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“I’ve been showing Suddenly Nic for six years,” she said. “He loves his job and does it well. This year, we scored a personal best of 147, with a 74 on the cow.”

While Burgher faced challenges in 2019, like getting her right-hand turns down the fence, she said her horse never lost his ability to read the cow. They also compete in reining, and she began herd work practice with him.

“I want to thank Steve and Carol Metcalf because without them I would not have had the success that I have,” Burgher said. “I also want to thank my mom and dad for being so supportive of my riding for so many years.”

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TAYLOR GILLESPIE / ICONIC CAT

Rosston, Texas, NRCHA professional Taylor Gillespie piloted Lesley Marshall’s 2014 gelding, Iconic Cat (High Brow Cat x Wood I Never x Zack T Wood) to the Regional Award in the Limited Open Hackamore.

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For the La Grande, Oregon, rancher, “Charlie” is special not only because of his athleticism but his attitude.

“Physically he is built really strong [with] good big bones, large hindquarters, and a nice neck with pretty head and big soft eyes,” she said. “But, the most special part about Charlie is not physical, it is mental. He is a very happy horse!

Life is a party for Charlie and he loves to show.”

With husband Daniel listed as owner, the dynamic duo finally hit a goal Hagen Heath has aimed at since 2012—winning the Hackamore Classic again. It was the support from trainer Shadd Parkinson, who helps Hagen Heath, that boosted her show year.

“Shadd Parkinson has been with and believed in Charlie and I since the beginning,” she said. “He helps keep both of us sharp and tuned up before we ride into the show pen.”

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SHAWN HAYS / MOONSHINEANDTWOADVIL

In 2019, NRCHAprofessional Shawn Hays, of Nocona, Texas, rode Angela Massey’s 2014 gelding MoonshineAndTwoAdvil (Metallic Cat x Little Short Stuff x Shorty Lena) to the Regional Award for Open Hackamore. The pair also picked up the 2019 AQHA Senior Working Cow Horse World Champion title in November.

TONI HAGEN HEATH / LEGEND DE LENA

It was a banner year for Toni Hagen Heath and 2014 gelding Legend De Lena (Smart Peppy Doc x My Legend Del Cielo x Gallo Del Cielo). The pair started by winning the Reserve World Champion title in the Non Pro Hackamore in February, then won the Tres Osos Cow Horse Derby at the same show. They followed it up with Non Pro Hackamore champion wins at the Stallion Stakes and the Hackamore Classic, and wrapped the year with the Non Pro Hackamore win at the Snaffle Bit Futurity.

SAREECE BROWN / WRIGHT ON HICKORY

In 2019, Sareece Brown teamed with a new horse, 2013 mare Wright On Hickory (Hes Wright On x Hickorys Miracle Doc’s Hickory), and found success. The Franklin, Tennessee, stay-at-home mom first showed the mare under bright lights at the 2019 NRCHA Stallion Stakes, where she finished reserve in the Non Pro Two Rein Spectacular. The duo repeated the

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placing in the Non Pro Two Rein at the Snaffle Bit Futurity.

“She is very cow smart,” Brown said.

“As long as I stay out of her way, she can read the cow before I even know what’s going on most of the time! I have felt very unprepared at many shows this year due to living almost 12 hours from my trainer, Shawn Hays. Distance has been my biggest challenge.”

Brown said that none of her success would be possible without the entire team at Hays Ranch, or her hard-working husband, Raiford Brown.

“For almost 11 years, he has supported every aspect of chasing this crazy dream,” she said of Raiford. “Never one time has he complained about driving me across the country, countless [training] bills and has always found a way to keep great stock under me and [my trainer] Shawn.

He truly is the best!”

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QUINCEE CLARK / VINTAGE SAN

Doddsville, Mississippi, Youth Quincee Clark rode her 2012 gelding, Vintage San (Ricochet San x Shiney Vintage Chic x Smart Chic Olena), to the Youth Limited Regional Award. The 17-year-old junior has ridden her gelding for two years.

“We bought him at the end of October 2017. The way he works a cow is definitely his best talent,” said Quincee. “The highlight of our show year was winning the Celebration of Champions Youth Limited.”

Quincee also shows Vintage San in ranch riding. She had trouble getting him to his stops mid-season, and credits her trainers with their help.

“I’d like to thank my parents for their support,” she said. “And thanks to Dell Hendricks and Logan Cotton for their mentorship.”

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she joins the reined cow horse family as a Non Pro Limited rider. In 2019, she earned the Regional Award riding 2008 gelding Cat Can Dew (WR This Cats Smart x Dew It Flo x Mr Peponita Flo).

The Highlandville, Missouri, horsewoman is a previous national champion with her stallion, Uno What Time It Is. She and Can Can Dew paired up when the horse was 4, eight years ago.

“His natural cow sense makes him special,” said Gibbons. “I had a slump earlier [in 2019] and I was challenged to work on my mental game.”

In November, Gibbons and Cat Can Dew were named the AQHA Boxing World Champions. She credits coach and trainer Todd Crawford with her success.

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CHRISTI PRITCHETT / BEE BEE DULCE

Bluff Dale, Texas, Non Pro Limited rider Christi Prichett rode her 2008 mare Bee Bee Dulce (Dulces Smart Lena x Bee Bee Dually x Dual Pep) to the 5k Non Pro Limited Regional Award.

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TRACI A. WITTE / ROANY REY JAY

Non Pro Traci A. Witte, of Fort Worth, Texas, rode her 2008 stallion Roany Rey Jay (Boonlight Dancer x Rey Janie Starlight x Grays Starlight) to the 1k Non Pro Limited Regional Award.

CUTTER McLAUGHLIN / DT WHISKEY SHINE

Together, 2012 gelding DT Whiskey Shine (Paddys Irish Whiskey x Smart Shinealo x Smart Shiner) and Youth rider Cutter McLaughlin, of Clarendon, Texas, have had much success. In 2019, the pair earned $1,455.25 and the Youth Bridle Regional Award.

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MARK SIGLER / SENOR SHINEY CAT

Riding for the Dominic L. Conicelli Estate, Mark Sigler, of Collegeville, Pennsylvania, piloted Senor Shiney Cat (WR This Cats Smart x Shiney Senorita x Shining Spark) to the Open Bridle Regional Award. In 2019, the pair also won the Intermediate Open Bridle at the Snaffle Bit Futurity.

was Cox’s effort on behalf of both Rawls and previous owners Mike and Heather Pounders that garnered this award.

“Mongo’s best attribute is his stopping power,” Cox said. “He has a fear of ropes, so it was a challenge to get him ready for the 2019 World’s Greatest Horseman event, but he did an excellent job.”

Owner Rawls appreciates the chance to chase his own cow horse goals aboard the gelding. He thanks his wife, Jennifer, and the Cox family for their support.

ERIN E. BLEDSOE / FEATHER OAK

ALLYSN LIGHT / THE FRESNO FOX

Aboard Randall Patrick Rawls’ 2007 gelding DC Quejana Pep (Quejanaisalena x Peppina Hickory x Docs Hickory), Jeremy Cox rode to the 2019 Regional Award in the Limited Open Bridle. Called “Mongo,” the gelding has been in Cox’s barn for five years. Rawls purchased the horse recently and plans to step up his own game in the Non Pro Bridle. It

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dream,” Light said. “Also thank you to my trainer, Todd Crawford, and the entire team at Crawford Performance Horses.”

In 2018, The Fresno Fox (Heart Of A Fox x Oaks Jewel Doll x Docs Jewel Bars) carried Allysn Light to the Novice Non Pro Bridle Reserve National Champion title, and in 2019 to the Intermediate Non Pro Bridle Regional Award. Light, of Oxford, North Carolina, and the 2006 gelding teamed up six years ago.

“We were not able to show very much this year so it was a surprise to win this award,” she said. “He is just a solid citizen as long as I do my job. He stops well and has a lot of speed down the fence.”

Light shows the gelding in AQHA versatility, reining and ranch riding in addition to NRCHA. She manages her family ranch.

“I’d like to thank my husband, Robert, who compete supports me chasing this

Last year, Erin Bledsoe and 2013 mare Feather Oak (Thirsty Oak x Shesa Smart Brat x Smart Chic Olena) rode to the 2019 Regional Award for the 1k Non Pro; this year, they take home the Novice Non Pro Bridle and Non Pro Two Rein.

The University of Tennessee at Martin full-time student and equestrian team member teamed up with the mare, called “Feather,” three years ago.

“Feather absolutely loves to stop,” Bledsoe, 19, said. “She is also really big bodied, and that helps to make sure that the cows don’t push her around! My biggest challenge this show season was probably the fact that I didn’t get to ride and practice on cows that much. I was in high school, then I was working to save up money for college, and then I was at college. Feather really just had to go with the flow, and I will forever be grateful that she knows her job like she does!”

A highlight of the year was a 147.5 score at the East Coast Reined Cow Horse Classic held at Murfreesboro, Tennessee.

The pair had a “smoking ride” where Feather gave Bledsoe her best.

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We have always had a great cheer squad.

But as always, I mostly want to thank my mom and dad for always supporting us, taking us all over to make sure that we had opportunities to do our best, and for being greatest parents a girl and her pony could ask for. Love you guys!”

Open Two Rein

MARK SIGLER / ITSTIMETOSMOKUM

In another win for the Pennsylvania NRCHA professional, Mark Sigler and 2013 stallion ItsTimeToSmokum (One Time Pepto x Smokum Chicy x Smart Chic Olena) rode to the Open Two Rein Southeastern Regional Award. The Dominic I. Conicelli Estate owns the horse.

Youth Bridle

Open Hackamore

Pam Crawford for helping me and my horses.”

Youth Limited

CECILIA SANCHEZ / DUN IT WITH GLORY

Repeating her Regional Award win from 2018, Cecilia Sanchez did it in 2019 with a new horse, 2009 mare Von Reminics Charm (Victor Von Reminic x Ima Quixotes Charm x Sr Lawman). The Sarasota, Florida, Youth rides with Jay and Rhonda Holmes.

Non Pro Limited

JOE W. HARPER / SJR PLAYIN DIAMONDS

SJR Playin Diamonds (CD Diamond x Playguns King Badger x Playgun) and Bowling Green, Kentucky, Open rider Joe W. Harper earned the Open Hackamore Regional Award and $1,200.00 for owner Allison K. Horton, of Anderson, South Carolina.

Limited Open Hackamore

TREVOR STEED / SK VINTAGE MERCEDES

Trevor Steed, of Okeechobee, Florida, rode Susan Ann Bonanno’s 2014 stallion SK Vintage Mercedes (Chromed Out Mercedes x Smart Frosty Dun It x Hollywood Vintage) to the 2019 Limited Open Hackamore Regional Award.

Non Pro Hackamore

DIANA M. ALBERT-MILLER / THECROWDLOVESADUAL

It is a two-peat for Diana M. Albert-Miller and her horse, “Gus.” The pair won the 2018 Non Pro Hackamore Regional Award and did it again in 2019. Since the day Albert-Miller saw TheCrowdLovesADual (TheCrowdLovesMe x Peptos Lil Dually x Sweet Lil Pepto) born, she’s known he was an incredible horse. She co-owns the horse with hus husband, Justin. Last year, Albert-Miller said that the pair keep Gus going from their home in Okeechobee, Florida, which was a challenge but worth the effort.

LANNIE-JO LISAC / LOOKSLIKELUCKTOME

In her first year to team up with 2013 mare LooksLikeLuckToMe (Smart Boons x Dual Lookin Pep x Dual Pep), 16-yearold Lannie-Jo Lisac rode to the Regional Award in the Youth Bridle. The Pueblo, Colorado, student’s grandparents, Tom and Katherine Miller, own the mare.

“My biggest challenge this year was becoming a team with ‘Marsha,’” said Lannie-Jo. “She is new to the bridle and I am new to the two-rein, so we are figuring things out together. Marsha is really good on a cow; she is quick.”

The pair showed at premier events, earning Reserve in the Youth Bridle class at the Stallion Stakes. Lannie-Jo is quick to thank her support team.

“My grandparents, Tim and Kathi Miller, gave me the opportunity to ride such a wonderful horse,” she said. “I want to thank my family for always supporting me. A big thank you to Todd and

MONICA DUFLOCK / OH CAY MERIAH

Ross, California, full-time mom Monica Duflock and her 2009 mare, Oh Cay Meriah (Light N Lena x Meradas Oh Cay x Freckles Merada), rode to the Non Pro Limited Regional Award. The pair successful showed to previous national champion titles in Non Pro Limited and the 5k Non Pro Limited; in 2019, Duflock earned a Non Pro Limited Achievement Award.

“I purchased ‘Meriah’ in the winter of 2015 from Todd Crawford’s training program,” recalled Duflock. “Meriah’s strength is definitely on the cow; she has a sixth sense. She is strong, capable of getting herself there and knows just where to place herself on the cow. I am thrilled that the NRCHA offers [Limited] Spectaculars because it gives us the opportunity to work in the herd, as well as box the cow. She is a very consistent

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and easy-going mare, which makes her a joy to compete on in the show ring. But, my favorite thing about Meriah is her sweet disposition!”

Duflock is excited to see if those traits come through in Meriah’s babies in the coming years. She plans to continue to show NRCHA, calling it a welcoming organization.

“The NRCHA is a friendly community and everyone is always willing to offer a word of encouragement,” she said.

“I want to thank Todd Crawford, who trained Meriah. I feel very fortunate to be a part of Todd’s and Pam’s program.

They take such good care of our horses and of course us, the clients. I love that I am always learning something new! I also appreciate my boys who are always so accepting of my horse show travel and encouraging of me.”

5k Non Pro Limited

HUNTER HUDDLESTON / MY FAVORITE REMEDY

A full class load that comes with preveterinarian medicine school at Middle Tennessee State University didn’t stop

19-year-old Hunter Huddleston from riding to to the Southeastern Regional Award in the 5k Non Pro Limited. My Favorite Remedy (Very Smart Remedy x Gunna Be Mine x Gunna Smoke), a 2009 mare, carried the student from Franklin, Tennessee, to the honor.

“She loves working cattle! Trying to balance summer school, my internship and riding two horses was a challenge this year,” Huddleston said. “When I won the East Coast Classic $1,000 Boxing Challenge, it was worth it. It was unexpected. I planned to pack up and go home to pet sit for a friend, but my mom encouraged me to show because the opportunity only comes once a year.”

Equine Services LLC, a team of veterinarians that taught Huddleston about the care and maintenance of a performance horse keeps “Remy” at the top of her game.

“There is no way Remy could stay at the top of her game if it wasn’t for them and for Rob Huddleston. He puts in countless hours to make Remy and me the team we are,” said Huddleston. “I want to thank my parents for everything they do to get me from one horse show to another. Words cannot explain how thankful I am to them for letting me live this dream.”

1k Non Pro Limited

NOVELLA M. MOLETTERI / MISTYS LIL STARLIGHT

Consistency was a challenge in 2019 for Novella Moletteri, of Ephesus, Georgia, and her 2006 gelding Mistys Lil Starlight (Lil Peppy Starlight x Mist Of Luck x Jim Bar Mist). However, Moletteri and “DudeMan” were able to ride to the 1k Non Pro Limited Regional Award.

“He is exceptional in the cow work and way better than me at reading the cow,” said the 50-year-old tax consultant.

“Even though he is a big boy, he can get down and turn. I am still trying to figure out run down and stop, but he is there for me.”

A highlight of her year was winning the Non Pro Limited Bridle Spectacular at the East Coast Classic with a score of 149. Self described as obsessed with cow horses, Moletteri may have found NRCHA late in her riding career, but she plans to keep at it.

“I am having the time of my life,” she said. “I live for the shows, the horses and the people I meet. It takes a village to find success! My coach, Stephen Freeman has helped build my confidence and improved my riding.”

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PHILLIP RALLS / SHORT N CATT

For Sarah Davis, of Auburn, California, watching her 2011 stallion Short N Catt (Sophisticated Catt x Shortys Sugar Sue x Shorty Lena) and trainer Phillip Ralls, of Paso Robles, show is quite a thrill. She watched the pair win the 2019 NRCHA Derby Open Bridle, the 2019 Salinas Rodeo Open Stockhorse and the 2019 Reno SBF Open Bridle.

“I got him as a 2-year-old and he has been with me a little over six years now,” Davis said. “His greatest physical talent is his ridiculous athleticism and how easily he can do wildly spectacular fence runs, but his most special talent is definitely his snuggles - they’re incomparable. My highlight of 2019 would have to be winning the Reno SBF Open Bridle as it’s the closest show to home so a bunch of my friends made the 100-mile trek to Reno for the finals and we were able to share the thrill of winning a Championship as well.”

Davis has high expectations for the talented stallion, and managing them was a challenge. But her “little warhorse” keeps coming through with consistency.

There is a team of people who help Davis attend the shows to watch her horses.

“I am extremely fortunate and grateful to be involved with such hard working, selflessly devoted people,” she said. “I

want to thank Irma for not only being my friend, but also my family and wholeheartedly supporting me and my horses; Ricky and Anna Nicolazzi for encouraging me to buy Short N Catt in the first place, developing him into a solid competitor, and starting his show career; Phillip and Teresa Ralls for taking him on as a bridle horse, believing in his abilities, and bringing out the very best in him this year. Lastly, all of my friends at the shows and at home who are always cheering and supporting through the highs and, more importantly, the lows.”

Limited Open Bridle

California Cow Horse Association show in Tulare had clinched the award. She thanks mentor Jimmy Flores for getting her back to training horses.

“I learned to train and cow horse from [Jimmy] years ago and then I took a long break from showing,” she said. “Two years ago he tricked me back into it.

Not a day goes by that I’m not glad he did. When I walked through those front gates 24 years ago, I knew nothing. Now, I know a little more, and for much of it I have him to thank.”

Non Pro Bridle

KAREN STALLINGS / SHEZA VOODOO DR TRESHA M. GELTNER / CHEQUE PLEASE

Piloting Judith Adkison’s 2008 gelding Cheque Please ( Chic Please x Turn Liz Loose x Docs Hickory), Tresha M. Geltner earned $3,101.75 and the Limited Open Bridle Southwest Regional Award.

“His stop makes ‘Beans’ special,” said Geltner, of Menifee, California. “I want to thank his owners, and my friends, Judy and Ed. Thank you, Judy, for the opportunity to ride Beans and for your encouragement to follow my cow horse dreams. I know how much your horses mean to you and I’m blessed you have chosen me to be part of your journey with them.”

Geltner’s most memorable moment was when she knew that winning the

Karen Stallings piloted husband Kevin’s mare, Sheza Voodoo Dr (Shiners Voodoo Dr x A Lasting Attraction x Peptoboonsmal), to the Non Pro Bridle Regional Award and earned $3,208.10 in 2019. The Camp Verde, Arizona, Non Pro raised the mare, called “Mindy,” and has multiple NRCHA and AQHA world titles aboard her.

“Kevin and I raised her, but I did not ride her until late in her 4 year old year, I let Kevin build me a rock star! She can stop and it is easy for her,” Stallings said.

While the biggest challenge Stallings faced was not being able to attend more NRCHA shows, she does also show the mare in AQHA and ranch riding events.

“The NRCHA is full of wonderful

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Looking back, I recognize that dreams do come true! I am truly blessed beyond words.”

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And, that is in only two years together as a team.

“She’s so physical all the way around, but what makes her special is her heart,” said Reilly of Casa Grande, Arizona.

“This is my first year to go down the fence. There is so much to learn going down the fence, especially from Todd Crawford and Brad Barkemeyer. Their knowledge and patience is endless.”

In addition to thanking her horse and her coaches, Reilly appreciates her “incredibly supportive” husband, Preston, on her reined cow horse show pursuit.

Open Hackamore

LANCE JOHNSTON / HELOMYNAMESJOHNYCASH GARRELL L. REILLY / SPARKS ON THE FENCE

Garrell Reilly and her 2012 mare Sparks On The Fence (Smart Boons x Spark Chic Olena xSmart Chic Olena) have multiple titles to their shared resume, including the Non Pro Limited Derby Champion in 2018, Non Pro Limited Hackamore Classic Reserve Champion in 2017, an American Quarter Horse Association National High-Point Amateur Boxing title in 2018. Now, they can add the 2019 Southwest Region Novice Non Pro Bridle Award.

It was a banner year for Lance Johnston in 2019. Not only did the Lindsay, California, NRCHA professional win the 2019 Snaffle Bit Futurity® Open, he piloted a horse he co-owns with wife Tammy to the Regional Award. Riding 2014 stallion HeloMyNamesJohnyCash (Cee Mr Hickory x Smart Card Chex x Ill Be Smart), Johnston earned $5,842.50.

The pair won the Intermediate Open Hackmore at the Hackamore Classic in October, and also topped the Intermediate Open Hackamore horse show class. In August 2019, Johnston rode the stallion

to the National Stock Horse Association Intermediate Open Derby Championship.

Limited Open Hackamore

SUNNI MCCORMICK / JUST CALL ME EARL

It was a good year for Temecula, California, trainer Sunni McCormick and Devon Camilleri’s 2015 stallion, Just Call Me Earl (Once In A Blu Boon x CP Peekn Sneakn Blue x Peeka Pep). The pair topped the Limited Open Hackamore at the Stallion Stakes, won the Derby Level One and also the Limited Open Hackamore, and picked up Southern California Reined Cow Horse Association wins. Not bad for the pair’s first year together in the show ring.

“This 4-year-old pulls double duty for owner Devon and myself,” said McCormick. “The challenge [in 2019] was to balance that. It isn’t easy for a youngster but I believe the foundation he received from Trent Pedersen set him up for success.”

McCormick said it takes a village to prepare and show reined cow horses. She thanks Nicolas Barthelemy, Jake Gorrell, Trent Pedersen, Ruben Mageno and Don Murphy for their guidance.

“Devon and Jim, thank you for believing in my program and the partnership between ‘Earl’ and I,” McCormick said. (pictured is Camilleri showing Just Call Me Earl)

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The Archer’s raised “Emma” from a foal before entrusting her to Anderson for her show career.

“Emma’s special talent is her huge fence turns and also her reliable mind,” said David. “She is a solid show horse and had no major problems transitioning into the two rein or bridle.”

thank you to my parents, Keith and Chanda Daddino, who have given me this opportunity to show cow horses.”

Youth Bridle

Non Pro Two Rein

DARLENE M. WOOD / CAT WALKS INTO A BAR

Goodyear, Arizona, Non Pro Darlene Wood and 2014 stallion Cat Walks Into A Bar (WR This Cats Smart x Sue C Shiner x Shining Spark) earned the Regional Award in the Non Pro Hackamore with wins at events such as the Stallion Stakes’ Non Pro Hackamore Reserve Champion and the Derby Non Pro hackamore Champion.

Open Two Rein

LYN ANDERSON / SMOKIN SMART CAT

In 2019, Lyn Anderson piloted David and Barbara Archer’s 2013 mare, Smokin Smart Cat (WR This Cats Smart x She Smokes Smart x Senors Lil Brudder), to the South West Region Award in the Open Two Rein. The Clovis, California, NRCHA professional also rode her to an NRCHA Supreme Reined Cow Horse award in 2019.

KYLIE S. HASKINS / PEPE LE WRIGHT

CHANDLER DADDINO / MISTER PBR

Full-time student Chandler Daddino, 22, is completing an agriculture business degree at Fresno State, but still showed to the Non Pro Two Rein Regional Award in 2019. The Clovis, California, Non Pro has shown her 2013 gelding, Mister PBR (Mister Smart Remedy x Shes A Daisy x Smart Little Pepinic), for three years. The pair are 2018 Derby Amateur Champions and 2019 Reno SBF Non Pro Two Rein Champions.

“He loves to work a cow; he is the most consistent down the fence for sure,” she said of the gelding she calls “Corban.”

“The more challenging of a cow, the better. He knows his job, and he does it well.

He never gives me less than 110-percent in practice and at shows.”

While juggling school and showing was a challenge, showing cow horses is Daddino’s passion. She appreciates those that helped her follow that dream.

“My trainer, Monica Caetano, who always pushed me to be my best and always believed in me,” she said. “Also,

For nearly three years, 16-year-old Kylie Haskins and 2012 gelding Pepe Le Wright (Hes Wright On x Soula Jule Forever x Soula Jule Star) have made a splash in the show pen. In 2019, they earned their second Regional Award, this time in the Youth Bridle.

“This show season I challenged myself to ride more in the small slow and not break gait,” said Kylie. “The best moments of our show year were riding in the fence work. Also, he has the best stop.”

Kylie thanks Jake Gorrell, Don Murphy and Tina Robinson for their mentorship and guidance this year.

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MASON BEAL / UNOS SMOKIN CHIC

Mason Beal had a stellar 2019 show year aboard Unos Smoking Chic (Uno What Time It Is x Dew It Flo x Mr Peponita Flo), a 2013 gelding owned by his father, Ernie Beal. The 16-year-old student from Clovis, California, won the Stallion Stakes Youth Spectacular Reserve Championship, was reserve in the Derby Non Pro Limited and was the Derby Champion in the Youth Limited and Youth Spectacular.

“Marking a 148 in the herd work at the Derby in Paso Robles was a highlight,” Mason said. He and the gelding have been a team since 2016. “He is so naturally cowy and flashy. He is a great circler and turner, which are always highlights in our dry work. At a show, he is always ten-times better and gives me his all when I ask for it.”

Breeder Julie Gibbons, and trainers Todd Crawford and Dustin Mills helped get Mason together with his stellar horse.

Mason has a team to thank for his success, starting with his mom and dad.

“First my Mom and Dad [have] always supported my endeavors in the cow horse,” he said. “Recently, Jake Gorrell has been helping me go down the fence and prepare for 2020. I was able to get help from Don Murphy, Jason Contreras, John Ward along with Tom and Michelle Kaufmann. Tish Wilhite has always been a great mentor to me and introduced me to some great people, great trainers, and great horses. I’d like to thank my herd help that helped me excel this year, John Ward, Chris Krieg, Chris Dawson, Corey Cushing and Matt Koch.”

Non Pro Limited

DANIEL J. PEREZ / RED CARPET STYLE

Daniel Perez and 2011 mare Red Carpet Style (CD Lights x Stylish N Shiney x Shining Spark) kicked off a positive show year with a 291.5 composite to win the Stallion Stakes Non Pro Limited and $1,175. They continued to earn $2,008.05 and the Regional Award for the Non Pro Limited.

5k Non Pro Limited

K’LYNN JACKSON / SMART LIL LIZZY

A deputy sheriff from Camarillo, California, K’Lynn Jackson claimed her first NRCHA Region Award in 2019 aboard Smart Lil Lizzy (Smart Chic Olena x Precious Quixote x Doc Quixote).

The 27-year-old has only owned the 2006 mare for two years. She credits the mare’s powerful stop and expressiveness on a cow with their show pen success.

“As a police officer, I work night shifts rotationally for a total of 6 months out of the year,” said Jackson. “I was so proud to be able to continue training and showing throughout those months and often had to ride and travel on very little sleep.

I was also challenged when I had to show just 10 days after having abdominal surgery earlier in the year, but ‘Lizzy’ was smooth and took care of me every step of the way!”

Jackson credits friend and mentor NRCHA professional Terry Robinson with teaching her not to take herself too seriously. She also appreciates the support from her boyfriend, Nick, her family and Jimmy Flores.

“Of course, without God, none of this would be possible,” she said. “Showing with the NRCHA has been the best time of my life! I am so grateful for this association and the amazing people who make it what it is.”

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JORDYN HALL / CHICAROO SAM

While Jordyn Hall has owned Chicaroo Sam (Hick Chicaroo x Zacks Lady x Zack T Wood) for two years, 2019 was their first consistent show year—and it was a success! The 26-year-old rider and 2013 mare captured the 1k Non Pro Limited Southwest Region Award, their first major award.

“She’s one of the strongest and grittiest horses I’ve ever been on,” said Hall of Camarillo, California. “I think it’s pretty cool to own a horse like her, who was really kind of an underdog coming into this year. We put in the work every singe day at home and every weekend at Paul and Courtni Bonnello’s, and it paid off. “ After a rough morning getting together before the Reno SBF bridle class, Hall recalls how memorable their show ring run was and how it was one of their best.

Hall’s biggest challenge to showing in 2019 was having the mare mentally right and happy before going in the show pen.

“I learned to not over-show my horse and to give her mental breaks throughout the year,” Hall said. “I’m so thankful she is my horse. I’m pretty dang lucky.”

At the end of the show season, the NRCHA sends an email notification to all regional champions requesting information from the winners for announcement.

Be on the lookout for this announcement next year so we can showcase your hard work!

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The hard decision to enter the big show has been made and all that you need now is to enter the Snaffle Bit FuturityÂŽ. Easy, right? Maybe not at first glance, but with these money and time saving tips, it will be!

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SNAFFLE BIT SCENARIOS Story compiled by NRCHA staff

It takes a village to prepare a 3-year-old for the Snaffle Bit FuturityŽ. From the breeder that chose the pairing, to the trainer that started the horse and the owner that made the investment, there are many hurdles and challenges along the road to Fort Worth. Entering the event shouldn’t be one of those challenges.

The National Reined Cow Horse Association staff wants you to enter like an expert. Using these insider tips will save you valuable time and money from day one.

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GET IT STRAIGHT

In 2019, there were 274 entries in the Open Snaffle Bit Futurity and 61 in the Non Pro divisions, not including the additional divisions. That is a gigantic difference than the 27 total entries in the first NRCHA Futurity back in 1970. Today there are more horses, more rules to follow, but also more prizes and money. The Open Futurity champion receives $125,000 in addition to prizes, while the Non Pro divisions have $136,000 in added prize money. There is a risk to entering a young prospect, but the reward is sweet.

First, know that the NRCHA starts the Futurity entry process when the horse is a 3-year-old.

No pre-3-year-old year enrollment or nomination.

Though entry deadlines open in February for progressive and continue

along a payment schedule throughout the year, riders and owners can opt to make an entry decision all the way up to the show date.

Horse doesn’t need to be registered when entered.

If a horse is unregistered, obtain a grade license from NRCHA or be diligent about completing registration through the breed association.

If the horse can be registered but isn’t named at the time of the entry process, that is all right, too. Enter on time and update later.

KNOW THE LINGO

There the two types of entry: Progressive and Slot. NRCHA is also one of the last, if not only, Western performance horse association that allows the buying and selling of Open and Non Pro Futurity entries. Though some look at

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The road to Fort Worth can be winding, but make the entry process easy.

slots as leaving money on the table, the association believes in providing a customer-friendly entry option and not forcing an early entry on owners who are still unsure at the time the first payment comes due.

PROGRESSIVE – entry begins for Open, Non Pro mid-February; all others in April.

Progressive entries cannot be sold. The following divisions are considered progressive: Open, Level One Limited Open, Non Pro, Amateur and Non Pro Limited.

All payment dates are listed in the Snaffle Bit Futurity Terms and Conditions, which are available at the first of the year.

Benefits: Smaller monthly payments $200 cheaper than Slot entry Can be purchased any time up until the class starts Drawbacks: Horse and rider must be named from the start Horse substitution requires a 10% fee of the entry paid to date *If your horse dies, your entry fee is refunded There is no refund or option of selling your entry If you sell your horse the NRCHA recommends selling the Futurity entry with the horse. The new owner can take over the payments.

If you sell your horse but want to keep the entry, you can substitute

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///////// HOW-TO a horse—BUT 10% on the entry fee paid to date and ownership listed on registrations must be exactly the same as previous horse.

NRCHA INSIDER TIP: If you’re on the fence to enter and compete as a Level 1 Limited Open, Amateur or Non Pro Limited rider only, wait to enter before the September draw. The late fee is only $500 come September 1st. Get closer to the Futurity, make sure your horse is sound and pay the late fee. Don’t lose the $1,000 entry fee in case your horse gets injured during the entry schedule.

SLOT – the first payment for Open and Non Pro slot entries start mid-March.

Slot entries are for Open and Non Pro divisions only. Slot entries make three large payments, including a convenience fee for purchasing a slot. The convenience fee is insurance—you can sell the entry if the horse is unable to show.

Payment dates are listed in the Snaffle Bit Futurity Terms and Conditions, which are available when updated at the first of the year.

Benefits: This type of entry can be sold The horse and rider can remain unnamed until the end of August

NRCHA INSIDER TIP: Leave your slot entries unnamed! If you name your horse and have to switch horses, it’s a 10% substitution fee of the entry paid to date.

It’s a silly fee to incur when you could have left it unnamed all along.

Drawbacks: $200 more than progressive (the slot convenience fee) also known as “cheap insurance” Slot entries can only be purchased through the NRCHA office until the May/second payment deadline.

After the second slot payment is made, potential entrants will have to buy a progressive entry or purchase a slot from an individual seller.

NRCHA INSIDER TIP: If you miss the March/first payment deadline – don’t enter immediately and pay the late fee. The late fee does not increase between missed payments. Watch the NRCHA website for slots to be posted for sale. If you cannot buy a slot from an individual seller by the second payment deadline/mid-May and have your heart set on a guaranteed slot entry, then purchase a slot from the NRCHA office by the second payment deadline.

EASY AS $8

You’ve selected your entry option and have a payment plan, great! All set, right?

Not so fast. The chance that the horse entered in February may not be as Open caliber or as Non Pro ready as believed is one reason the NRCHA offers additional divisions.

Know that if you are entered in the

Open (whether a progressive or slot entry) and eligible for a lower division, like the Intermediate Open and Limited Open, you’re automatically entered by the staff. It costs only $8 per division.

The same is true for Non Pros eligible for Intermediate Non Pro and Novice Non Pro. Easy as the $8 added fee per division.

If you’re already entered, the NRCHA office recommends waiting until you

arrive to the Snaffle Bit Futurity to add either of the Level 1 Limited Open or Amateur. There is no late fee for adding these divisions to an existing entry, plus you still receive the $300 cross-entry discount. But know, adding a lower division to an existing entry must be done before the class starts. Once the first horse walks into the pen, the NRCHA office cannot add you.

On the flip side, if you purchased a Level One Limited Open or Amateur only entry on-time earlier in the year, but want to enter up in the higher divisions, the NRCHA recommends finding a slot to purchase from an individual seller.

You will still receive the $300 cross-entry discount.

If you’re entered from top to bottom— Open to Level One or Non Pro to Amateur – and you feel your horse is unable to compete in the higher divisions, but will be competitive in the lower division, you can sell your slot and keep your Level One or Amateur entry. You will lose your $300 cross-entry discount, but you still get compete.

NRCHA INSIDER TIP: If you’re entered in the Open (progressive or slot) and want to add the Level 1 Limited Open – add it at the show.

The NRCHA Board of Directors waived late fees for adding a lower division. You can add the L1LO division to an existing Open entry (progressive or slot), not be charged the late, still receive the cross-entry discount, keep your open draw positions, and not risk losing the entry fee in case something happens to your horse.

Whew!

Non Pros, don’t worry, this also applies to you! If you’re entered in the Non Pro (progressive or slot) and want to add the Amateur – add it at the show.

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HOW TO BUY AN ENTRY OPEN/LEVEL 1 OR NON PRO/AMATEUR

YES

NO

DO YOU ALSO WANT OPEN OR NON PRO?

SEE YOU AT THE SHOW

DO YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR ENTRY LATER?

YES

NO

NO

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BUY PROGRESSIVE

BUY SLOT

SELLING YOUR ENTRY?

SEE YOU AT THE SHOW

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YES DO YOU STILL WANT LEVEL 1 OR AMATEUR?

SELL PRIVATELY OR CONTACT NRCHA TO LIST

SORRY TO SEE YOU GO

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///// SLOT SMART

READY, SET, DRAW!

The draw. Reined cow horse fans know that where a rider draws up can mean gold or going home, and many believe in the luck of the draw. That said, there are draw deadlines and rules because of the importance of the working order.

Once the draw deadline is announced, it draws a line in the arena dirt. Decisions like horse or rider substitution should be made prior to that date. This saves money and also paperwork! Rider substitution after the draw can happen with no fee, but it is submitted to the show committee for approval.

There are two draws, the “draw” which is the official date to pull working order in September. The second is the “slot” draw, accounting for slot sale after the original draw deadline.

Slot Draw Slot draw day is usually the day or two before the show starts.

All slots sales completed after draw day (all information and payments received) are recorded with a date and time. The first slot to sell will be drawn into one of the positions

Draw deadline is crucial for many, many reasons that are too many to list. If you want to make changes, even minor ones, contact the office and discuss your options well before draw day. Please, we staff are here to help, so give us a ring!

Many owners/riders opt to wait on a young

available. The second slot to sell the earliest gets drawn into one of the remaining positions available, so on and so on. Each slot sale will be drawn three times – one herd, one rein and one cow.

Slots no longer sell with their draw position.

Drawback: If you buy a slot after the draw, you don’t know what draws you will receive until the day before the show starts. Plus, the slot transfer fee increases from $250 before the draw to $500 after the draw.

KATE BRADLEY BYARS

Official Draw Held mid-September Open slots and Non Pro slots have to stay in their classes after the draw.

Everyone gets drawn into this draw.

Even the slots that are for sale!

If you have a slot and scratch after the draw, you can sell your spot up until the slot draw.

Slots that are for sale are then “whited-out” in the draw before it is posted online. i.e. Five open slots are still for sale come draw day. They were included in the draw, then these five slots will go into the slot draw.

Drawback: If scratching after the draw, a refund can be made only for your stall (if unused), video and NRCHA fees.

NRCHA INSIDER TIP:

The luck of the draw can determine more than where a horse draws up on the dirt. It can seal the entry timeline, too.

horse to see if their talent shines through later in the year. The National Reined Cow Horse Association doesn’t fault a buyer for waiting to purchase a Snaffle Bit Futurity® entry. Instead, NRCHA allows private slot sales up until show time.

Private sale can happen easily, but the market changes every year. Social media has played a big part in selling slots, but know that any time slots changes hands, there is paper work.

Here are the top five facts for buying and selling Snaffle Bit slot entries.

1. S lots can be purchased from the NRCHA office until May. Privately sold slots incur a slot transfer fee of $250 before the draw or $500 after the draw (the new owner usually pays this fee).

2. Blaze an email trail by notifying NRCHA for all actions relating to slots. NRCHA requires everything in writing, from when someone is selling a slot to when someone buys the slot. Also, you can tell us when you want us to post it on nrcha.com. There is too much at stake to do this over the phone.

3. NRCHA WILL NOT start a slot “waiting list” and we WILL NOT notify someone when a slot becomes available. We are transparent and post everything online making this a level playing field for all. Keep an eye on the website at ALL TIMES (multiple times per day) if you need a slot. We do not show favoritism.

4. NRCHA stays out of the negotiations.

Potential buyers contact the seller(s), negotiate their own price/deal and pay the seller directly. When the NRCHA office receives written notification from the “old” owner, we transfer the slot to the new owner and they are responsible for the remaining payments and fees. Both parties, buyers or sellers, are welcome to contact the NRCHA for advice before “sealing” the deal.

5. S ave this site: nrcha.com/snaffle-bitfuturity/. For any action related to slots, information can be found here, such as posting slots for sale.

NRCHA PRO TIP: If you are a planner or a worrier, buy a slot and rest easier at night knowing you won’t have to play the slot game. If you’re not sure about your or your horse’s ability, wait it out and buy a slot later.

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///////// HOW-TO

///// MOney MaTTerS The full payment schedule for entering a Snaffle Futurity®

NRCHA PRO TIP: If you decide not to show, call if you have a progressive. If you have a slot, continue making payments until the slot is sold to not incur any late fees.

Sell the slot: If after entering a higher division the horse is not Open or Non Pro caliber, but will still be competitive in the Level 1 Limited Open or Amateur, sell your slot and keep your lower divisions.

Don’t hesitate: Call the office with any questions. You do not have to fumble through the SBF entry process alone. We will go over every possible scenario with you and give you the best possible options.

Don’t worry! The NRCHA is here to help you make the Snaffle Bit Futurity a reality, no matter the division.

NRCHA INSIDER TIP: Let’s say an owner doesn’t read the NRCHA’s advice and enters all the divisions at one time. Mishaps happen, but can always be fixed. However, it may cost you money that could have been saved with some pre-decision communication.

KATE BRADLEY BYARS

bit horse is available online at nrcha. com. The schedule is different for progressive or slot entries. One thing is the same—missed deadlines incur late fees. nrCHa mails payment slip reminders and a current statement after first payment is received. Watch your mail for this information! a second statement and final reminder is mailed the end of July. We DO nOT mail a statement after each payment.

Do not miss payments. It is the entrant’s responsibility to make the payments on time. The late fee is 50% of every payment missed. nrCHa does not automatically run credit cards on file. you must notify the office when it comes payment time.

Futurity entry fees are not fully refundable once the entry deadline passes.

“OOPS, I…”

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///////// FROM THE JUDGE’S CHAIR

WHAT IT TAKES Are you considering becoming a judge? It takes time and dedication to obtain your card and then to maintain a good standing.

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he road toward being a good-toexcellent judge is long and usually has a few minor—and some major—bumps in it. To withstand the bumps and get better in spite of them, a person must really want to be a judge. That’s step #1—you have to want it!

The second step is the time dedicated to studying your event in the pursuit of obtaining judging credentials. Seeking education through judging seminars is never ending; there’s always more to learn! Once you’ve passed the tests, the next step is to get out there in the field and get exposed.

It doesn’t take long after judging a few smaller shows to find out if you have the “feel” for judging or not. The feel for marking and scoring run after run comes from involvement

with horses and the horse business.

It’s a confidence acquired through the successes and failures that come with the game. A judge that has feel can nine times out of 10 get the horses placed in the right order. The good works are scored to be at the top, the poor works at the bottom, and the middle is the middle.

You either have it or you don’t. If you don’t, it doesn’t mean you can’t be a good judge, it just means that at the bigger events, the judges that truly have the that feel for scoring events that are more challenging have a shot.

Being a judge puts a person in a position of authority. How that position is handled has a lot to do with their success or failure in their judging career. Are they in it for the good of the

industry or are they in it to benefit their own interests? Can personal opinions and prejudices be put aside to score the best run? Are you looking for a pat on the back? If so, chances for success will probably be fleeting. Being fair and consistent goes a long ways towards achieving success as a judge.

Passion and enthusiasm for the event help keep a judge scoring with a positive approach. They have the ability to weigh the good with the not so good, and come up with a fair score that reflects what happened in the pen.

Being fair and positive versus being overly generous, or overly critical, are two different things. One has substance, value and can be justified, while the other would be hard to back up, one way or the other. Good judges score the runs for what they are worth, not to make the rider or owner feel good or not so good.

I recently asked a judging panel at one of our major reined cow horse events why they thought it was important to be a judge. Here were their answers: It kept them involved; it kept them up to speed on the rules; they liked the friendships and camaraderie involved on the teams of judges; and they were fairly compensated for the time and knowledge. How about that!!

I feel the same way.

Until next time, Bill Enk NRCHA Director of Judges

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///////// DENNIS MORELAND’S TACK TIPS

TIED RIGHT With these tips, you can effortlessly tie a mecate to a bosal.

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mecate is a rein made of a single piece of rope, usually twisted horse hair or nylon. Quality horsehair mecates are made with mane hair only and not with tail hair of either horses or cattle because it is too stiff. The mane hair stays soft and pliable and lays close to the neck of the horse without the prickly feel of tail hair. Nylon mecates also stay soft and pliable and are especially good on sensitive horses.

Both types hang gracefully from the rider’s hands and feel good in the hands.

Mecates are used on hackamores and snaffle bits. Once attached properly the mecate has both a looped rein and a length used as a lead rope. The knot used to attach the mecate to a hackamore is also used to adjust the size of the hackamore noseband by taking more or less wraps of the mecate around the base of the noseband just in front of the heel knot.

Follow along with the pictures as we go through these easy steps to tie a mecate to a bosal:

1. Hold the bosal in front of you in the same position you’d hold

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it to put it on a horse. Lay the mecate across the bosal heel knot so the knot in the mecate is under the bosal.

2. Begin wrapping the mecate in a counterclockwise rotation around the base of the bosal just in front of the heel knot. Make as many wraps as you need to fit your horse.

3. Pull the rein loop through the noseband from underneath. Be sure to remove the twists and kinks so it hangs straight.

4. A straightforward way to measure for rein length is by pulling the hackamore and rein loop apart as far as you can reach. It’s personal preference to a large degree so you may want it longer or shorter than shown.

5. Now hold the rein loop in place on the bosal with your left hand and make a half hitch around the complete bosal with the tail or lead of the mecate.

6. Pull the half hitch down snug with the tail of the mecate. Pull each end of the rein loop down snug.

Try it on your horse to see if the bosal is the correct size on its nose and the rein length is correct. In general, you want the hackamore to fit snugly enough that it doesn’t bounce up and down as the horse moves but not so snug that your horse can’t feel the release when the reins are released after a pull.

Mecate use in the North American West was introduced by the Spanish Vaqueros in the late 17th, 18th and early 19th centuries. The NRCHA was formed in 1949 with the goal of preserving the traditional training methods of the Vaqueros.

Today, 70 years later, the NRCHA continues to work to keep the Vaquero tradition alive in today’s equine industry.

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SUBSCRIBED STALLIONS

Stallion

Foal Crop: Contact Phone 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

A Shiner Named Sioux (972) 977-6581 X X X X X X ARC Sparkin Chics (661) 303-6015 X Auspicious Cat (940) 231-5601 X X Automatic Cat (940) 733-8581 X Backdoor Cat (805) 756-5469 X BadBoonAirising (254) 485-8280 X Bamacat (855) 674-6773 X X X Bet Hesa Cat (806) 596-4424 X X X X X BFR Igniting Sparks 901.826.7297 X X Big Bucks To Cash (817) 596-9009 X X X Blind Sided (903) 886-8836 X X X X X Blue One Time (817) 279-8275 X X X X X Blue Savanah Holli (505) 425-1500 X X X X Boon A Little 940-284-7788 X X X X Boon San (254) 485-8280 X X X X X X Boon Too Suen X X X X Brother Jackson (916) 802-6668 X X X X X Call Me Mitch (805) 688-3673 X X X Cat From Ipanema (951) 529-6258 X X Cat Ichi (903) 564-3692 X X X X X Cat Man Do (940) 495-3773 X X Catatomic (480) 563-1966 X X X Cats Merada (940) 464-0783 X X X X Cats Moonshine (940) 641-1261 X Cats Picasso (604) 341-7778 X Cats Starbright (580) 276-1600 X Catty Hawk (580) 220-1281 X X X X X CD Diamond (817) 599-4560 X X X X X X CD Lights (817) 599-0522 X X X X X X Cee Mr Hickory (805) 550-8387 X Compaq Player (605) 440-0663 X CR Gotcha Covered (254) 485-8280 X Cruze Mode (931) 260-3909 X Desire Rey (940) 839-1969 X X X X Docs Soula (480) 563-1966 X X X X Dont Stopp Believin (817) 599-4560 X X Dual R Smokin (817) 599-4560 X X X X X Dual Rey (303) 956-1887 X X X X X Dual Shot Doc (940) 902-1281 X Dual Smart Rey (254) 485-8280 X X X X X Dualin Stargun (605) 787-4808 X X X X Dulces Little Light (209) 603-9710 X X X X X Freckled Leo Lena (713) 248-2937 X X X X Funny B Bluemuchaman (903) 886-8836 X X Genuine Masterpiece (307) 358-5439 x 1 X X X X X Good Times Too (307) 276-3478 X X Gunnatrashya (817) 559-4560 X X X X X Gunner On Ice (931) 625-9881 X Half Time Report (951) 529-6258 X X X X X Hallmarked Playboy (403) 652-1326 X X X X X Halreycious (800) 278-0785 X X X

Stallion

as of January 1, 2020

Foal Crop: Contact Phone 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

Hang Ten Surprize (940) 372-0258 X Hashtags (254) 485-8280 X X HD Continental Chex (817) 235-5530 X X Heart Of A Fox (661) 301-9537 X X Hes Wright On (254) 485-8280 X X X X Heza Diamond Spark (403) 558-0005 X Heza Shiney Kodo (805) 688-4241 X Hick Chicaroo (805) 550-1424 X Hickory Holly Time (817) 599-4560 X X X X X X Hickorys Indian Pep (254) 485-8280 X X High Brow Cat (940) 748-2610 X X X X X High Brow CD (337) 515-4543 X X X X High Brow Shiner (661) 706-7724 X X X X X High Flyin Cat (559) 665-2908 X X High Sign Nugget (403) 749-2777 X Hired Gun (940) 733-8581 X X Hottish (817) 599-4560 X X X X X X Hydrive Cat (817) 560-0038 X X X X X Im Countin Checks (817) 594-9181 X X X X X X Ima Smoking Mister (940) 686-0820 X Its Time To Smokum (610) 633-0699 X Jake Jacspin (620) 804-0718 X X X Jasons Peptolena (903) 227-0462 X X X X X X Juan Bad Cat (817) 594-9232 X X Judge Boon (208) 861-0760 X X X X X Kit Kat Sugar (254) 485-8280 X X X X X Lena Spark (940) 668-6469 X X Lil Catbaloo (817) 599-4560 X X X X Lil Joe Cash 254-744-9111 X X X X X X Lil Time To Smoke (559) 268-1115 X X X X X Little Blue Lynx (859) 221-2724 X Little Cielo (559) 999-8146 X X X X X X Little Red Coupe (702) 596-4484 X X Lotta Stuff To Shine (559) 665-2908 X X X X X Matt Dillon Dun It (817) 279-8275 X Metalic Al (805) 350-2578 X X Metallic Cat (254) 485-8280 X X X X X X Metallic CD (541) 213-8518 X X X X X (405) 288-6460 X Metallic Echo Metallic Malice (940) 733-8581 X Metallic Masterpiece (307) 327-5550 X X X Metallic Rebel (254) 485-8280 X X Metallic Red Cat (559) 665-2908 X X X X Meteles Cat (817) 599-4560 X X X X X (208) 861-0760 X X X X Moms Stilish Cat Moonstruck Pepto (620) 450-7689 X Mr Playinstylish (817) 999-8693 X X X X X Mylanta Lena (805) 688-3673 X X Nabisco Roan (805) 688-4241 X X X Natural Bottom (855) 674-6773 X X X Nic It In The Bud (480) 563-1966 X X X X X REINED COW HORSE NEWS | January/February 2020

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Stallion

Foal Crop: Contact Phone 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

Nics Black Diamond (805)688-3673 X X X X No Guns Please (903) 816-3495 X X X Not Ruf At All (903) 564-7686 X NRR Cat King Cole (817) 594-9181 X Olena Oak (805) 610-8320 X X X X X X Once A Von A Time (805) 688-4241 X X X X Once In A Blu Boon 940-536-9275 X X X X X X One Fine Vintage (480) 273-7759 X X X X X (817) 560-0038 X One Roan Peptos One Shiney Metallic (940) 839-1969 X One Smart Response (208) 841-2052 X X X One Time Pepto (910) 596-2183 X X X X X X One Time Royalty (817) 599-4560 X X X X X X Paddys Irish Whiskey (806) 596-4424 X X X Patroan (254) 485-8280 X X X Pepcid (806) 596-4641 X X Peptoboonsmal X X X X X X Peptos Duke (406) 434-5724 X X X X X X PG Heavily Armed (817) 560-0038 X Play Dual Rey (940) 637-2536 X X X X Playboys Buck Fever (307) 276-3748 X Playboys Red Pepto (559) 665-2908 X X Playgun (806) 596-4424 X X X X Playin Attraction (806) 596-4424 X X Power Proof (403) 601-4048 X PRF Spoonful Of Gold (817) 599-4560 X X X X Purdy Boy Flash 901.826.7297 X X X X Rap Cat (303) 660-9595 X RC Gay Bar Star Dust (602) 524-9047 X X Real Smooth Cat (916) 802-6668 X X X X Red Hot Metal (208) 861-0760 X Rey Dual (800) 278-0785 X X X Reynshine (660) 748-5844 X X X X Reys Dual Badger (817) 599-4560 X Reyzin The Cash (817) 599-4560 X X X X (319) 239-6171 X X RL Styling Rey Rockin W (855) 674-6773 X X X X X Rocky Mountain Blues (817) 992-8262 X Roo Star (254) 947-1292 X X X Royal Fletch (817) 594-9232 X X X Ruff Spook (940) 637-2536 X Sannman (817) 560-0038 X X X SDP Blue Blood (303) 618-0749 X X X X X SDP Joker (530) 200-0560 X Shady Lil Starlight (805) 688-4241 X X X X Shine The Lights (208) 589-0870 X Shiners Nickle (210) 381-3132 X X X X X X Shiners Voodoo Dr (405) 527-5008 X X X X X X Shiney Outlaw (210) 381-3132 X X Shining Cat (817) 594-9181 X X X Shining Lil Nic (303) 915-6444 X X X X X

Stallion

Foal Crop: Contact Phone 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020

Short And Smart (661) 303-6015 X Sindicat (780) 817-0896 X X X X Sixes Pick (806) 596-4424 X X X X X Smart And Shiney (940) 465-1852 X X X X X Smart Boons (903) 564-7883 X X X X X X Smart Chic Olena (940) 368-6999 X X X X Smart Lena Boon (575) 760-4104 X X Smart Little Pepinic (559) 897-8616 X Smart Luck 541-601-9507 X X X X X Smart Santana (541) 504-8155 X Smart Spook (940) 368-6999 X Smart Sugar Badger (352) 303-2151 X Smooth As A Cat (940) 686-2246 X X X X X Smooth Talkin Style (254) 485-8280 X X X Solano Cat (940) 637-2536 X X X X X X Son Shining Rooster (806) 676-8565 X X X X X Sophisticated Catt (940) 665-7557 X X X Spots Hot (254) 458-8280 X X X Starlight Kat (208) 861-0760 X X Step To The Light (805) 290-6544 X X X Steppin On Sparks (919) 631-1058 X Stevie Rey Von (806) 622-9787 X X X (903) 886-8836 X Stone Blue Valentine Stressolena (307) 358-5439 x 1 X X X X Stunned (646) 912-0272 X X X X Stylin With Pepto (785) 479-6817 X Stylish Rey Gay (580) 276-0761 X Sushi Boss (308) 380-2244 X X X X X Sweet Lil Pepto (817) 594-6900 X X X X X X That CD Rocks (559) 897-8616 X X The Boon (361) 675-4695 X X X X X X The Reyl McCoy (361) 550-8924 X Third Cutting (817) 560-0038 X X X This One Time (970) 226-4747 X X X X X Thomas E Hughes (979) 373-6241 X Time For The Diamond (817) 599-4560 X X X X Tomcat Chex (707) 678-8686 X X X X TR Dual Rey (817) 560-0038 X X X Travelin Jonez (903) 564-7883 X X X X Tru Grrit (970) 749-3322 X X X X X Uno What Time It Is (405) 344-6692 X X X X X X Very Smart Remedy (208) 366-2971 X X X War Bird Dog (254) 485-8280 X Waresthecat (806) 596-4424 X X X Western Time Zone (940) 682-4001 X Whizkey N Diamonds (425) 210.4413 X Wimpys Little Step (405) 600-1990 X X X X Woody Be Tuff (903) 563-7090 X X X X X WR This Cats Smart (806) 596-4424 X X X X X Yellow Roan Of Texas (405) 837-9873 X Zezes Pepto Cat (940) 859-6587 X X X

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NRCHA STALLION SUBSCRIPTION RULES 1. By nomination of a foal crop, offspring of a subscribed stallion from the nominated foal crop are eligible to show in the NRCHA Stakes both as 4-year-olds and 5-year-olds. 6-year-olds are also eligible in the Non Pro Limited Division only.

2. Any stallion of any breed may be subscribed to the NRCHA Stakes program, subject to provisions as set forth in these rules and stipulated on the entry form.

3. Nominations must be postmarked and paid by February 1 of the following year for each calendar year to avoid paying the higher fee of the following year.

4. Nomination fees will be as follows:

a. Paid during the breeding year (the next year’s foal crop) - $1000

b. Weanling year - $1,250

c. Yearling year - $1,500

d. 2-year-old year - $1,750

e. 3-year-old year - $2,000 5. 4-year-old year: Nominations received between February 1 of the 4-year-old year and the final entry deadline for that NRCHA Stakes event will be accepted at the rate of $3,000. 5-year-old and 6-year-old foal crops that have not been previously subscribed may also be paid in for $3,000.

6. All nominators of stallions must be members in good standing of the NRCHA. 7. In the event the stallion owner or syndicate manager chooses not to enroll the stallion, nominators may be persons other than the owner or syndicate manager of the stallion. In the event that the nominator is someone other than the owner or syndicate manager of the stallion, the nominator represents that they are authorized to nominate the stallion.

8. All subscription fees will be made payable to the NRCHA in US funds or its equivalent.

9. The added purse for the NRCHA Stakes will consist of not less than the total stallion nomination fees received less 20% for NRCHA administration. The remaining 80% will be divided between the Open and Non Pro divisions in accordance with NRCHA Board policy. The NRCHA shall have the right to supplement the added-money purse for the event, but shall be under no obligation to do so. A minimum of 5% of the total purse will be used for the Stallion Nominator Award as described below.

10. There shall be no refunds of the nomination fee paid for any reason, and the fee (less 20% for NRCHA administration as set forth above) will become part of the purse for the NRCHA Stakes.

11. In the event a subscribed stallion changes ownership, any previously paid foal crops will remain eligible under the new owner. Nominator Awards will be paid to the original nominator unless otherwise specified in writing to the NRCHA and signed by both the original nominator and the new owner.

12. Stallion Nominator Award: The nominator of the stallion siring the winners of the NRCHA Stakes will receive a monetary award as set by the NRCHA Board of Directors.

13. A list of subscribed stallions nominated to this program and their eligible foal crops will be posted on the NRCHA website, and will be available upon request from the NRCHA. 14. These rules are subject to change at any time by the NRCHA Board of Directors.

NOMINATION FEES Nominated before Feb 1, 2020 Foal Crop..................................................Fee 2014.....................................................$3,000 2015.....................................................$3,000 2016....................................................$2,000 2017.....................................................$1,750 2018.....................................................$1,500 2019.....................................................$1,250 2020.....................................................$1,000

Nominated after Feb 1, 2020 Foal Crop..................................................Fee 2015.....................................................$3,000 2016....................................................$3,000 2017.....................................................$2,000 2018.....................................................$1,750 2019.....................................................$1,500 2020....................................................$1,250 2021.....................................................$1,000

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NRCHA STALLION SUBSCRIPTION CONTRACT (Must be postmarked by February 1 – annually) SECTION 1 – HORSE INFORMATION Horse Name:

Breed: Registration #:

Year Foaled: Year of First Foal Crop: Website:

SECTION 2 – OWNER INFORMATION Owner Name: Address: City / State / Zip: Phone Number / Best Contact: Email Address: o Display the above as contact information on the NRCHA website (only one is listed)

SECTION 3 – BREEDING INFORMATION / STANDING LOCATION Standing At: Address: City / State / Zip: Phone Number / Best Contact: Website: o Display the above as contact information on the NRCHA website (only one is listed)

SECTION 4 – NOMINATION INFORMATION / PAYMENT Name of Nominator (Will Receive Win Checks): Check 1 o Other Person / Company: o Same as Owner Address: City / State / Zip:

Phone Number / Best Contact: Foal Crop Year(s):

$ Amount: o Enclosed Check/Money Order o Credit Card* Credit Card Number: Exp. Date: CVC: Billing Zip Code: Payment is made to NRCHA in full on receipt of same by the nominator no later than February 1. Acceptance of payment by NRCHA is not to be considered approval of nomination until contract is complete and all rules are complied with. Traditional payment methods accepted are cash and check. *For your convenience, Visa and MasterCard are also accepted with a 3.5% convenience fee.

I accept this offer to make the above-named stallion eligible to participate in the NRCHA Subscribed Stallion Program and agree to be bound by the conditions of the program.

Nominator Signature:

Printed Name:

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COMMITTEE DIRECTORY AFFILIATES

JUDGES

RULES

Chairperson: Frank Prisco archapresident@gmail.com 631-478-7022

Chairperson: Darren Miller dmillerstables@aol.com • 303-601-5483

Chairperson: Dan Roeser roeserstables@gmail.com • 208-841-2052

Director of Judges: Bill Enk enk.bill@gmail.com

Lyn Anderson • lsanderson@wildblue.net

Dan Roeser • roeserstables@gmail.com

Darren Miller • dmillerstables@aol.com

Ron Emmons • ladonadare@me.com

Jake Telford • j.jtelford1@gmail.com

Todd Crawford • toddcrawford333@gmail.com

Boyd Rice • boydrice1965@gmail.com

Sam Rose • sroseqh@yahoo.com

SHOWS

NRCHA FOUNDATION

Co-Chairperson: Todd Bergen bergenperformancehorses@gmail.com 541-778-0980

Lia Savas • indianheadranch@aol.com Andres Sanchez • andresgccha@gmail.com Roy Rich • roy_rich6@yahoo.com Jim Wilson • wilson@myomnitel.com Barb McCaughey mccaugheybarbara@gmail.com

WELFARE Chairperson: Dr. Joe Carter, DVM jcarterdvm@aol.com • 405-288-6460

ETHICS Chairperson: Bill Tointon billtointon@msn.com • 303-530-2443

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chairperson: Paul Bailey paulb@cb-trucking.com • 931-260-3909

Chairperson: MJ Isakson mjisakson@gmail.com

NOMINATING Chairperson: Jon Roeser jonroeser@sti.net

NON PRO Chairperson: Diane Edwards Diane2bph@outlook.com • 206-390-0715

Sandy Collier • sandy@sandycollier.com

Co-Chairperson: Boyd Rice boydrice1965@gmail.com • 806-282-8113

SPONSORSHIP Chairperson: Allison Walker allison@NRCHA.com • 940-488-1500

STALLION SERVICE AUCTION

Frank Prisco • archapresident@gmail.com

Nelle Murphy • baldnshiney@hotmail.com

Chairperson: Garth Gardiner gardinergarth@gmail.com • 620-635-5632

Trey Neal • trey@treyneal.com

Bart Holowath • bart.holowath@gmail.com

Todd Bergen • todd@toddbergen.com

Kris Troxel • ktroxel@sitestar.net

STRATEGIC PLANNING

HALL OF FAME

Tim Swain • Coloradolandandranch@gmail.com

Chairperson: Dan Roeser roeserstables@gmail.com 208-841-2052 Ted Robinson • ted@tedrobinsoncowhorses.com Bobby Ingersoll • bobby@bobbyingersoll.com Smoky Pritchett • pritchettl@att.net Ken Wold • ken@kenwold.com

HORSE SALES

Meg Rosell-Pursel • meg@roselltrailers.com

Trey Neal • trey@treyneal.com Dr. Joe Carter • jcarterdvm@aol.com

Kathy Ferguson • fergielivestock@yahoo.com

Todd Crawford • toddcrawford333@gmail.com

OWNERS

YOUTH

Chairperson: Linda McMahon maclin@earthlink.net • 415.269.5563

Chairperson: Sarah Clymer shubrick3@gmail.com • 719-330-1932

PROFESSIONALS

Allison Walker • allison@nrcha.com

Chairperson: Cayley Wilson cayleyrwilson@gmail.com • 604-300-0401

Todd Crawford • toddcrawford333@gmail.com

Chairperson: Todd Crawford toddcrawford333@gmail.com Sandy Collier • sandy@sandycollier.com Jeff Oswood • oswoodstallionstation@gmail.com Larry Rice • larry@flagranchllc.com Rick Ford • rick@cinderlakesranch.com Boyd Rice • boydrice1965@gmail.com REINED COW HORSE NEWS | January/February 2020

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NATIONAL REINED COW HORSE ASSOCIATION 2020 Membership Application Valid from Nov. 16, 2019 - Nov 15, 2020 Name:

First

M.I.

Last

Renew #

Other name(s) shown under:

New Member:

Ranch Name:

Date of Birth:

Address:

Home Phone:

City, State, Zip:

Cell Phone:

Email:

Fax:

Required for Youth and Select

TYPE OF MEMBERSHIP Memberships that include subscription to Reined Cow Horse News OPEN

o 1 Year Open Membership - $75 ($65 before Jan 1) o 3 Year Open Membership - $210 ($180 before Jan 1)

NON PRO

o 1 Year Non Pro Membership - $75 ($65 before Jan 1) o 3 Year Non Pro Membership - $210 ($180 before Jan 1)

OWNER

heck here if you are a TRAINER and want to be oC listed as such in the online NRCHA Directory.

Please be sure to complete the Non Pro Declaration. A card will not be issued without it!

o 1 Year Owner Only Membership - $75 ($65 before Jan 1) o 3 Year Owner Only Membership - $210 ($180 before Jan 1) o 1 Year Youth Membership - $40

YOUTH o 1 Year Youth w/Non Pro Membership - $75

Youth who wish to compete in the Non Pro MUST complete a Non Pro Declaration.

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NON PRO APPLICATION - Non Pro riders must sign this section and also complete a Non Pro Declaration every year o Non Pro Renewal o New Non Pro I, the undersigned, have read and understand the National Reined Cow Horse Association Non Pro definitions and rules and will abide by them. I also understand that if there is a change in my status or eligibility that I must inform the National Reined Cow Horse Association within 30 days of that change. I understand that my Non Pro application will be reviewed by the Non Pro Committee and may be reviewed by the NRCHA Board of Directors and their decision shall be final.

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NON PRO DECLARATION Applicant Name (please print): _______________________________________________ Occupation: _____________________________ This form must be completed prior to entering applicant’s first NRCHA Non Pro class. In the case of a youth, the legal custodian must complete the declaration. Before submitting your application, please carefully read and answer the following statements, as well as read and sign the Non Pro Code of Conduct and Ethics.

NOTE: If the following statements are not answered or it is not signed, your declaration will not be accepted and will be returned to you for completion. Non Pro status is extended on a temporary basis and is subject to revocation pending approval by the Non Pro Committee.

Non Pro status will be null and void if it is determined that you do not qualify under NRCHA Non Pro conditions, as defined in the NRCHA Rulebook. A Non Pro Card will not be issued until all requirements are satisfied.

1) Have you earned more than $750 in earnings down the fence? (for eligibility)

m Yes

m No

2) Within the past 5 years, have you given lessons for remuneration?

m Yes

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3) Within the past 5 years, have you shown, trained, or assisted in the training of a horse not owned by you or an immediate family member for remuneration?

m Yes

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4) Within the past 5 years, have you accepted payment of entry fees and/or expenses for horse(s) that you have ridden that was not owned by you or an immediate family member?

m Yes

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5) Do you reside on, work for, are publicly identified with or derive monetary remuneration, directly or indirectly, from a horse training facility or equine science program?

If you answered “yes” to any of the above, please explain below with specific dates as to when you started and/or stopped any of the above. Please use a separate sheet of paper if necessary.

A. Relationship to operation of a horse training facility: B. Explanation of any statements answered “yes” above:

NON PRO CODE OF CONDUCT & ETHICS I, the undersigned, agree to act with the utmost of integrity while participating in the sport of Cow Horse and NRCHA events.

I understand that an NRCHA Non Pro Card is a privilege and not a right, and that I may be required to submit my card for review of applicability at any time. Furthermore, I understand that so long as I hold a Non Pro card, it is my responsibility to be aware of and abide by the most current Non Pro Conditions set forth in the NRCHA Rulebook. By signing this agreement, I specifically agree to: • Understand and be bound by all rules of the NRCHA as set forth in the annual NRCHA Rulebook.

• Abide by the show conditions set forth at all NRCHA approved shows.

• Act with honesty and transparency when purchasing horses as well as competing at NRCHA events.

• Ensure the welfare of the horses I show and treat those horses humanely, and with dignity and compassion.

• Refrain from violating the Non Pro Conditions as set forth in the annual NRCHA Rulebook.

• Represent the NRCHA by refraining from any action that discredits the sport, or the association.

• Accept the decisions set forth by the NRCHA Board of Directors.

By signing below, I ACCEPT the rules and regulations relating to Non Pro membership in the NRCHA, and affirm the truth of all statements above. I also affirm that I have read and agree to abide by the Non Pro Code of Conduct and Ethics.

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Top Riders for Open Eligibility in 2020 Riders listed in the Top 25 (above the line) are NOT eligible for Intermediate Open LAE or HS in 2020.

3 Year Total is based on Lifetime Open Earnings.

Rank

Rider Name

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

Justin T. Wright Corey D. Cushing Clayton M. Edsall Kelby L. Phillips Lance B. Johnston Zane P. Davis Chris C. Dawson Nicholas S. Dowers Matt J. Koch Luke J. Jones Sarah L. Dawson Jake D. Gorrell Boyd J. Rice Phillip J. Ralls Todd A. Bergen John C. Swales Shawn D. Hays Cayley R. Wilson Clay Volmer Brad L. Lund Todd Crawford Brady E. Weaver Jay McLaughlin Tucker J. Robinson Randy J. Paul Shane L. Steffen Erin L. Taormino Ken L. Wold Jake A. Telford Dale E. Clearwater Kyle Trahern Ben Baldus Robert Chown Ryan P. Gallentine Mark A. Sigler Jordan W. Williams Shadd Parkinson Monica J. Caetano Russell A. Probert Brandon C. Buttars Doug Williamson Darrel J. Norcutt Jim W. Spence Ricky Nicolazzi Justin E. Lawrence Robert J. Smith III Roy A. Rich Chad T. Blaisdell Lyn Anderson Jared Jones

2017

2018

2019

Sum of Earnings

$217,957.47 $133,515.82 $61,798.65 $34,461.82 $61,028.63 $195,030.95 $125,490.26 $22,998.20 $28,546.67 $101,318.03 $91,571.98 $189,994.07 $36,054.40 $127,034.18 $122,400.30 $118,004.93 $98,773.73 $83,517.57 $82,912.95 $114,551.04 $20,784.09 $91,908.69 $58,696.32 $73,600.18 $90,261.86 $25,351.08 $38,810.06 $68,283.64 $39,226.96 $27,560.80 $26,454.98 $10,547.81 $36,318.06 $30,638.76 $37,174.94 $2,396.00 $23,375.56 $36,888.50 $30,954.43 $34,721.19 $36,457.62 $32,966.22 $36,455.76 $31,814.50 $22,182.22 $12,588.60 $26,261.41 $15,529.37 $23,168.64 $20,785.46

$307,793.08 $304,953.77 $325,715.20 $159,599.49 $50,782.89 $72,075.72 $126,536.17 $90,652.43 $64,604.05 $89,548.35 $95,442.89 $20,204.62 $79,205.45 $61,356.06 $69,697.38 $72,340.78 $57,324.17 $69,113.44 $80,927.79 $28,734.20 $94,897.37 $34,319.10 $53,006.96 $32,447.92 $58,021.42 $54,921.57 $27,380.44 $65,363.51 $42,542.40 $46,299.09 $19,897.18 $17,377.46 $29,710.91 $34,077.75 $32,622.32 $49,330.85 $30,763.62 $36,273.10 $22,157.63 $22,269.04 $4,369.74 $5,209.88 $15,006.51 $21,449.07 $27,207.62 $1,025.00 $18,781.42 $27,019.32 $23,694.47 $25,593.73

$200,040.60 $219,532.36 $123,818.96 $242,509.93 $322,232.63 $88,914.39 $96,303.88 $200,116.92 $200,941.54 $96,014.73 $90,032.42 $51,603.49 $143,666.87 $67,243.75 $59,551.11 $57,755.64 $63,206.39 $45,189.34 $22,895.48 $39,145.78 $59,259.04 $40,626.57 $54,901.82 $57,010.97 $12,567.75 $68,658.99 $77,270.37 $7,451.75 $46,275.33 $43,943.35 $64,817.40 $78,165.77 $30,422.65 $29,185.31 $23,427.77 $31,938.23 $29,464.24 $8,331.00 $27,968.82 $23,587.21 $39,202.40 $38,857.71 $25,113.30 $20,267.60 $22,081.27 $54,645.50 $22,865.70 $25,299.92 $20,541.22 $20,879.28

$725,791.15 $658,001.95 $511,332.81 $436,571.24 $434,044.15 $356,021.06 $348,330.31 $313,767.55 $294,092.26 $286,881.11 $277,047.29 $261,802.18 $258,926.72 $255,633.99 $251,648.79 $248,101.35 $219,304.29 $197,820.35 $186,736.22 $182,431.02 $174,940.50 $166,854.36 $166,605.10 $163,059.07 $160,851.03 $148,931.64 $143,460.87 $141,098.90 $128,044.69 $117,803.24 $111,169.56 $106,091.04 $96,451.62 $93,901.82 $93,225.03 $83,665.08 $83,603.42 $81,492.60 $81,080.88 $80,577.44 $80,029.76 $77,033.81 $76,575.57 $73,531.17 $71,471.11 $68,259.10 $67,908.53 $67,848.61 $67,404.33 $67,258.47

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Top Riders for Non Pro Eligibility in 2020 Riders listed in the Top 12 (above the line) are NOT eligible for the Intermediate Non Pro LAE in 2020.

3 Year Total is based on Open and Non Pro Limited Age Event Earnings (excluding Non Pro Limited).

Rank

Rider Name

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

Hope A. Miller Debbie R. Crafton Myles Brown Abbie Phillips Jayson J. Fisher Toni M. Hagen Heath Tammy Jo Hays Bart F. Holowath Eric M. Freitas Kenneth J. Schueller Laurie Richards Parke S. Greeson Carmen Buckingham Brent W. Ratliff Clark W. Weaver Mark W. Parsons Jesse J. Spence Bret J. Paulick Kathy L. Wilson Tori G. Simons Kristen York Lanham W. Brown Robert M. Miller Carrie Volmer Dillon Cox Kathy L. Ferguson Clayton Hines Paul E. Bailey Jens G. Naglestad Danielle Quinn Sonya N. DiStefano Cori Shields Kasen York Pete R. Rogan Sophia T. Buttars Jennifer J. Ostenson Mandy M. Lizama Jim D. Dobler Suzon W. Schaal Jorge Luis Cid Julia R. Winders Shannon M. McCarty Karnell L. Perry Ashley R. Lembke Dave A. Ferguson Lori Conrow Lyle G. Proctor Pam A. Myers Amy M. Lund Chris W. Bense

2017

2018

2019

Sum of Earnings

$50,818.34 $6,719.10 $50,350.20 $22,312.38 $29,056.72 $11,088.69 $37,674.37 $21,507.09 $10,222.34 $11,243.30 $21,087.55 $175.00 $11,681.33 $1,487.88 $18,203.13 $6,553.50 $14,578.05 $21,745.88 $3,240.14 $0.00 $0.00 $26,267.65 $0.00 $9,377.62 $3,188.43 $8,975.19 $7,123.41 $11,928.25 $8,132.34 $0.00 $1,594.60 $15,510.00 $2,736.90 $17,418.90 $8,136.27 $0.00 $3,012.00 $415.00 $6,083.86 $12,272.88 $0.00 $3,654.25 $0.00 $4,548.84 $2,215.92 $0.00 $12,710.12 $9,445.00 $0.00 $6,374.43

$43,153.46 $33,798.35 $18,604.19 $6,363.93 $34,667.35 $34,918.60 $15,846.77 $35,713.47 $13,720.07 $15,943.48 $20,996.20 $13,619.30 $13,979.86 $3,020.70 $9,056.11 $12,513.08 $1,983.00 $7,108.31 $17,420.55 $7,861.14 $7,364.31 $344.25 $26,374.99 $7,703.00 $16,231.79 $2,886.00 $5,759.52 $0.00 $9,045.09 $0.00 $16,460.15 $2,331.00 $15,087.18 $0.00 $3,493.75 $6,099.94 $1,214.15 $5,207.97 $0.00 $2,942.67 $0.00 $3,036.45 $4,006.20 $7,269.15 $10,789.86 $8,321.56 $0.00 $863.50 $0.00 $3,664.55

$27,297.38 $67,766.69 $24,139.53 $49,890.46 $12,998.21 $17,945.65 $6,287.64 $753.20 $33,368.24 $16,269.88 $0.00 $27,376.69 $12,661.05 $32,255.09 $6,706.88 $14,858.36 $16,760.96 $3,256.05 $10,887.83 $21,771.21 $21,404.33 $357.60 $0.00 $8,868.40 $5,427.00 $12,205.90 $10,922.81 $9,953.23 $3,188.27 $20,163.14 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $5,623.30 $9,995.47 $11,482.33 $9,713.67 $9,159.64 $0.00 $14,688.88 $7,393.75 $10,064.15 $1,539.00 $162.30 $4,607.09 $0.00 $2,249.50 $11,492.27 $1,356.30

$121,269.18 $108,284.14 $93,093.92 $78,566.77 $76,722.28 $63,952.94 $59,808.78 $57,973.76 $57,310.65 $43,456.66 $42,083.75 $41,170.99 $38,322.24 $36,763.67 $33,966.12 $33,924.94 $33,322.01 $32,110.24 $31,548.52 $29,632.35 $28,768.64 $26,969.50 $26,374.99 $25,949.02 $24,847.22 $24,067.09 $23,805.74 $21,881.48 $20,365.70 $20,163.14 $18,054.75 $17,841.00 $17,824.08 $17,418.90 $17,253.32 $16,095.41 $15,708.48 $15,336.64 $15,243.50 $15,215.55 $14,688.88 $14,084.45 $14,070.35 $13,356.99 $13,168.08 $12,928.65 $12,710.12 $12,558.00 $11,492.27 $11,395.28

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AFFILIATE LISTING Current as of December 1, 2019

Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association Shawna Husted 27245 Twp 350 Red Deer, AB T4G 0M4 CANADA Phone: 403-875-1369 Email: info@cowhorse.ca Website: www.cowhorse.ca

Arizona Reined Cow Horse Association

Bronwyn McCormick 28150 N Alma School Pkwy Ste 103-520 Scottsdale, AZ 85262 Phone: 480-510-0974 Email: info@azrcha.com Website: www.azrcha.com

Atlantic Reined Cow Horse Association Frank Prisco 189 Old Willets Path Smithtown, NY 11787 Phone: 631-478-7022 Email: archapresident@gmail.com Website: www.atlanticRCHA.com

Australian Reined Cow Horse Association

Central Montana Reined Cow Horse Association Jill Roberts 1521 Parr Creek Ln Lewistown, MT 59457 Phone: 406-538-7564 Email: vjroberts@hughes.net Website: www.cmrcha.com

Colorado Reined Cowhorse Association

MJ Anderson PO Box 88 Trinidad, CO 81082 Phone: 719-963-4770 Email: coloradocowhorse@gmail.com Website: www.coloradoreinedcowhorse.com

European Reined Cow Horse Association Augusto De Fazio via Natalia Ginzburg 1 - 11015 Ivrea (TO) ITALY Phone: +(39) 338 8860657 Email: ercha@hotmail.it Website: www.ercha.org

Jay Gordon 359 Duri-Dungowan Rd Tamworth, New South Wales, AUSTRALIA 2340 Phone: +61 490 915094 Email: archa@outlook.com.au Website: www.cowhorseaustralia.com

Gem State Stock Horse Association

Bluebonnet Country Reined Cow Horse Association

Andres Sanchez 10227 Pittman Rd Sarasota, FL 34240 Phone: 561-248-1437 Email: andresGCCHA@gmail.com Website: www.gulfcoastcowhorse.com

Mark Mills 8870 Adams Flat Rd Brookshire, TX 77423 Phone: 281-684-4493 Email: mmcuttinghorses@live.com

California Cow Horse Association

Murray Thompson 15169 Road 223 Porterville, CA 93257 Phone: 209-201-8975 Email: brokenarrowranchca@gmail.com Website: www.californiacowhorse.com

Canadian Coast Reined Cow Horse Association Katie Wilson 1280 Powerhouse Rd. Abbotsford, BC V3G 1T7 CANADA Phone: 604-300-3545 Email: cowponykate@gmail.com Website: www.ccrcha.com

Brian Lesher 301 Market Rd Caldwell, ID 83607 Website: www.gemstatestockhorse.com

Gulf Coast Cow Horse Association

Idaho Reined Cow Horse Assocaition

Paxton Deal 20997 Simplot Blvd Greenleaf, ID 83626 Phone: 208-880-9066 Email: paxtondeal@gmail.com Website: www.idahoreinedcowhorse.com

Italian Reined Cow Horse Association Laura Ruffino Vercellino Via Grilloni 25 22100 Como ITALY Phone: +39 347 26 22 783 Email: segreteria.ircha@gmail.com Website: https://nrchaofitaly.com/

Magic Valley Reined Cow Horse Association Karl Smith PO Box 5956 Twin Falls, ID 83303 Phone: 208-308-2676 Email: kds.cowhorses@gmail.com

Michigan Reined Cow Horse Association Deena Dunkle 7325 Edere Rd Saginaw, MI 48609 Phone: 989-233-7157 Email: deenadunkle@me.com

Midwest Reined Cow Horse Association Susan Tullock 5000 W 175th St Stilwell, KS 66085 Phone: 913-515-4683 Email: midwestcowhorse@gmail.com

Montana Reined Cow Horse Futurity, Inc

Margaret Ore PO Box 1604 East Helena, MT 59635 Phone: 406-227-7019 Email: more@mt.net Website: www.montanareinedcowhorse.com

Nevada Reined Cow Horse Association Aubree Englert 6600 W Rome Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89131 Phone: 702-290-4231 Email: aubree.rcha@gmail.com Website: www.nvrcha.org

New York Reined Cow Horse Association Lisa Sykes 300 Hopkins Road Canandaigua, NY 14424 Phone: 585-315-7809 Email: lisasykes@yahoo.com Website: www.newyorkrcha.com

North Central Reined Cow Horse Association Jim Wilson 21637 315th St Plymouth, IA 50464 Phone: 641-420-0440 Email: wilson@myomnitel.com Website: www.ncrcha.com

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AFFILIATE LISTING Northeastern Reined Cowhorse Alliance

South Dakota Reined Cow Horse Association

Mary Baks 13 Maple Hill Rd RR #2 Walkerton, ON N0G 2V0 CANADA Phone: 519-881-8684 Email: info@walkertonequine.ca Website: www.nercha.ca

Deb Brown PO Box 655 Buffalo, SD 57720 Phone: 605-797-4514 Email: nphorses@sdplains.com Website: www.sdrcha.com

Northern California Reined Cow Horse Association

Tara Folsom PO Box 1112 Willows, CA 95988 Phone: 530-518-3753 Email: tarafolsom@yahoo.com Website: www.ncrcha.info

Northwest Reined Cow Horse Association Diane Edwards PO Box 1244 Ravensdale, WA 98051 Phone: 206-390-0715 Email: diane2bph@outlook.com Website: www.nwrcha.com

Panhandle Reined Cow Horse Association Justin Stanton PO Box 1053 Canyon, TX 79015 Phone: 806-281-4770 Email: panhandlecowhorse@gmail.com Website: www.panhandlecowhorse.com

South Texas Reined Cow Horse Association Tina McCleary 5290 Hearne Rd Bryan, TX 77808 Phone: 979-218-0633 Email: southtexasrcha@gmail.com Website: www.strcha.org

Southern California Reined Cow Horse Association Shelley Schaffer 14486 Rios Canyon Rd El Cajon, CA 92021 Phone: 858-722-5995 Email: smal4joy@gmail.com Website: www.scrcha.com

Southern Reined Cow Horse Alliance Larry Westmoreland PO Box 143 Tickfaw, LA 70466 Phone: 985-320-5058 Email: larry.westwindtc@gmail.com Website: www.srchala.com

Southwest Reined Cow Horse Association Gay Lenz 11587 Hunt Lane Guthrie, OK 73044 Phone: 405-818-7556 Email: glenz@glenzenterprises.com Website: www.srcha.org

Swedish Reined Cow Horse Association Joakim Pettersson Astorp Gunnarsgarden 6 SE – 521 96 Falkoping SWEDEN Phone: +46 70 676 7642 Email: jipquarters@jipquarters.com Website: www.srcha.eu

The Carolinas Reined Cow Horse Association Crystal Ward-Taylor 130 Haigler Rd Lenoir, NC 28645 Phone: 828-312-2705 Email: cward@carolinafarmcredit.com

Utah Reined Cow Horse Association Nikki Francis 3644 N. 3300 E. Kimberly, ID 83341 Phone: 208-539-5410 Email: vpnikki@gmail.com Website:www.urcha.org

NRCHA Suspended List NRCHA membership privileges will be suspended for the second offense of bad checks, per rule 1.1.6.2 and for non payment of debt to NRCHA Show Management or NRCHA Approved Show Management. Additionally, all amounts for advertising in the NRCHA publication, Reined Cow Horse News, are due and payable within 30 days of receipt.

A finance charge of 1.5% per month (18% APR) will be added to all past due amounts. Membership privileges shall be suspended on accounts greater than 90 days past due and this information will be published in Reined Cow Horse News. There will be a membership reinstatement fee of $75.

Current as of December 1, 2019

Agricultural Foundation, Fresno, CA

Pompeo Capezzone, Castrocielo 03030, ITALY

Miguel Gonzalez, Miami, FL

Desert Spring Ranch, Queen Creek, AZ

Riccardo Capezzone, Castrocielo 03030, ITALY

Babcock Ranch/Jim Babcock, Sanger, TX

Keetch Ranch, Waddell, AZ

Cody Christensen, Heber City, UT

Brandon Johnson, Nebraska City, NE

Del Rey Paint & Qtr Horses/Aneka Schelbeck, Cotton Wood, CA

Tom Daughetee, Kemmerer, WY

Bridgette Lanham, Eastover, SC

Shad DeGiorgis, El Dorado Hills, CA

Thera Myers, Oxnard, CA

Donnie Boyd, Sarasota, FL

Laura Delfino, Martinez, CA

Steed Training/Rick Steed, Okeechobee, FL

Robyn Bush, Visalia, CA

Pat Faitz, Lakeland, FL

Jill Serena, Castaic, CA

Marcy Campbell, Creston, CA

Robert Frobose, Modesto, CA

Vernon Smith, Santa Maria, CA

Bynum Farms/Blair Bynum, Palm City, FL

Dream Cross/Susan Ray, TX Lazy T Shamrock Ranch/ Terry Malarkey, Star, ID Elizabeth Winkle, Sarasota, FL Don Stockman, Dayton, TX Kinsey Dodson, Cleburne, TX Oasis Ranch / Pete & Marilyn Bowling – Purcell, OK Bill Anderson – Merino, CO Darren Roberts – Kent, NY

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SHOW SCHEDULE as of December 20, 2019

LAE = Limited Aged Event, HS = Horse Show

Date Jan 4-5 Jan 10 Jan 10-12 Jan 10-12 Jan 14-15 Jan 19-20 Jan 22-22 Jan 25-26 Jan 25-30 Feb 1 Feb 1 Feb 1-2 Feb 5-7 Feb 13-22 Mar 3-10 Mar 7 Mar 12-15 Mar 12-15 Mar 13-15 Mar 27-Apr 4 Apr 16-19 Apr 11 Apr 21-26 Apr 24 May 2-3 May 15-17 May 15-17 May 22-24 May 22-25 Jun 7-14 Jun 6-7 Jun 26-28 Jun 27 Jul 2-5 Jul 10-12 Jul 25 Jul 25-26 Jul 29-Aug 2 Aug 18-23 Aug 22-23 Aug 29 Sep 4-6 Sep 17-20 Sep 18-20 Oct 9-24 Oct 10-11 Oct 29-Nov 1 Nov 13-15 Nov 14-15

Show Cow Horse Kickoff Cow Horse Addiction #1 2020 Celebration Show Cow Horse Kickoff National Western Stock Show Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo SAQHA Show CCHA Show #1 Black Hills Stock Show Winter Spectacular Santa Ynez Valley Cow Horse #1 Cow Horse Addiction #2 Celebration Warm Up Dirt & Diamonds Derby NRCHA Celebration of Champions Sun Country Circuit CCHA Show #2 March Madness Swing Into Spring Pot of Gold NRCHA Stallion Stakes April Show CCHA Show #3 Sagebrush Santa Ynez Valley Cow Horse #3 Good To Be Green Show Jimmy Flores Sr. Memorial Heritage Days Classic CCHA Spectacular, Derby & Shows #4 & #5 Drought Buster NRCHA Derby Silver Spur Classic Michigan Shoot Out 2020 CCHA Show #6 Firecracker July Jubilee CCHA Show #7 Cowboy Classic Mountain High Mid America Cowgirl Classic CCHA Show #8 Labor Day Show & Futurity West Slope Pre-Futurity September Classic NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Yahoo Buckaroo Colorado Futurity CCHA Gotta Go Get It Saddle Shoot Out & Shows #9 & #10 2020 Wrap Up

Type of event

Location

Affiliate

Secretary

Phone

Email

HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 LAE/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/LAE/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1 HS/cat.1 HS/LAE/cat.1/cat.2

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