2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame

Trotter, Blodgett & Others Inducted

The American Quarter Horse Foundation and American Quarter Horse Association hosted the 2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction and Reunion Celebration August 13 and 14 in Amarillo to honor industry legends.

Induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame is the highest industry honor that can be bestowed upon a human or equine. Those chosen for induction are recognized for their lifetime of accomplishments and service.

Hall of Fame Classes of 2020 and 2021

Six horses and five AQHA members were selected for induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame as part of the classes of 2020 and 2021.

The individuals were AQHA Professional Horseman Bob Avila, Temecula, California; racehorse trainer C. Dwayne “Sleepy” Gilbreath, Dennis, Texas; the late Past Executive Committee Member George Phillips, Jackson, Mississippi; AQHA Past President Johnny Trotter, Hereford, Texas; and AQHA Past President Dr. Glenn Blodgett, Guthrie, Texas.

The horses were A Good Machine, a 1993 bay stallion; Dual Rey, a 1994 sorrel stallion; Esters Little Klu, a 1968 gray Thoroughbred mare; Mr Eye Opener, a 1990 gray stallion; Triple’s Image, a 1969 sorrel stallion; and Zan Parr Jack, a 1979 sorrel stallion. American Quarter Horse enthusiasts who weren’t able to attend the event in person can (Top) Johnny watch the AmerTrotter ican Quarter (Left) Dr. Glenn Horse Induction Blodgett Banquet on AQHA’s YouTube Channel. ▫