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VOLUME 7

ISSUE 9

SEPTEMBER 2014

t s a F Horse Resource Where Race Horse Speeds... Meet Barrel Horse Needs.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR A Letter from the Editor

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e’ve been trying to fit as much last minute summer fun into our days as possible. The weather has been a little shaky, but in between rain showers we’ve managed to make several horse shows for some weekend warrior barrel racing. How about you? Have you made the most of the warm days this year? If the early forecasts are right, we’d better fit it in now. It sounds like they think we are in a for another bad winter....yuck.

On a lighter note, this month’s issue has lots of good stuff packed inside. We have (as mentioned last month) the Belmont coverage. Even though we all know the outcome of the Triple Crown possibility, it’s such a great story and the pictures from Steve Heuertz are beautiful...it makes you feel like you were almost there in person.

We had a rough week here at the farm. Bella shares a little this month about Duke and his injury in her story.

We aren’t out of the woods with him yet, we are praying he heals up alright and can keep Chuck, the rooster, company outside very soon. I’m sure he’d appreciate if you added him to your prayers.

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Until next month.....soak up the last of those summer rays, dig out the hoodies for fall...... and remember to count your blessings on horseback!

God Bless and Ride Safe, Christa Conway

A Little “Barrel Talk” If you have ever visited “Barrel Talk” on BarrelHorseWorld.com, then you’ll have an idea of what to expect here. If you are not familiar with this “on-line hot spot,” be prepared to read many interesting comments from other people in the horse world. We try to include topics that might be helpful and/or meaningful to our readers. To read more visit www.barrelhorseworld.com.

Do you East coast guys use a back cinch?

rodeomom3 I have been looking at used saddles trying to find another Caldwell and noticed that all of the saddles from the east don’t have back cinches. I asked about it and was told that we gals here in the western states use them more and you don’t see that many of them in the east.

Just curious, I leave my back cinch loose so it is really not serving much of a purpose, I am just used to seeing saddles with them. trickster j (Texas or Arizona) Not positive, but back east they don’t rope as much as they do out west- a back cinch is crucial for roping and dallying from the horn so the saddle won’t lift up in the back. That’s my guess- but who knows. I used to live in Maine and Massachusetts before I moved to Wyoming and I noticed the same thing with the back cinches.

Just Plain Lucky (Ohio) I think that it might be true. Nobody had one when I was still showing. I bought one for my saddle and I was in the minority. I do think that they’re catching on though. polorunner (Kentucky) Yes, I have a back cinch on every saddle I own. Acutally just bought a used saddle from a girl in TX and it came without one, so I had to go buy one.

Murphy (Kentucky) I’m in Ky and I run with one. I see pipe using them, just improperly. They just hang there. koi322 (Georgia) I’m from GA and have used a rear cinch my entire life. I feel like my horse looks naked without one! :P lol

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barrelracr131 (Indiana) Lots of folks use them in Indiana, but not everyone I use one.

ChasingCans04 I’m an east coaster and I use one. I agree about the roping aspect but a lot of people trail ride and barrel race w/ them too. There are also a ton more western riders out west I believe so maybe you just notice more out east. threeponies (New Jersey) Use them on my Camarillo’s - never put one on my treeless.. as a matter of fact I haven’t seen anyone use them on a treeless. tulip (Ohio) Yes. Every saddle every horse stayceem re: threeponies: Which is weird because if your horse bucks or trips in a treeless they typically will fold up on your without a back cinch cavyrunsbarrels My sister has one on her treeless. I have one but I don’t like riding with it because it gets in the way of my feet. I put it on for when I’m doing fast work.

TessBelle (Alabama) 2 of my saddles have them but my other 2 don’t. I would rather have them so the back of my saddle doesn’t pop up but my gelding is tickleish and will buck like crazy with one. My other doesnt have just because I don’t have one for it and I almost never ride it and I don’t run in it so I’m too cheap to buy one.

SuckerForHorses (Vermont) Not a lot of people in Vermont use them.

That being said - OP, if you have one on your saddle and it’s not doing anything because it’s just hanging there too loose, either take if off, or use it prop-

erly. Ever seen a horse kick at a fly and slip a rear hoof through a loose fitting rear cinch? It isn’t pretty. Use it snug/ correctly or don’t use one at all.

oija (Texas) I use them. Most people I know also do. Course a lot of people I know also rope, lol.

koi322 (Georgia) I run in a treeless on a few horses and I couldn’t imagine it not having a rear cinch.

Jinx (Kansas) I don’t think it’s necessarily a regional thing. Lots of people here don’t use them (Kansas). I use one every saddle and snug. Having a loose back cinch is as silly as having a loose front cinch.

BleuIdGrl (Florida) From fl and I use one! Partially because I like how it looks but also I like to have it snug enough to just be touching the horse that way the back of the saddle doesn’t flip up and put too much pressure on his shoulders in a turn if I get too far forward. They’re hit and miss. Some love them, others fear them. I’ve seen a few horses get their back leg caught in them, but they were both freak accidents Crowned Image (Maryland) Moved from Iowa to Maryland. I have noticed being over here there are a considerable amount (what I would consider “considerable amount” is 1 out of 5 people) of barrel racers that don’t use a back cinch or sometimes even breast collars.

Back in Iowa, it was like you were driving a car with 3 tires if you didn’t have a back cinch on... even if you didn’t rope.

I still use one, but I know I don’t put it on tight enough, and just think my horse looks weird without it. dashnlotti I bought one for my treeless. I have always used one and felt naked without LOL. It was a challenge finding one narrow enough to fit. I also initially had issues with my saddle slipping so the back cinch makes me feel more secure, although a Saddleright pad and new cinch fixed the slipping issue. brlraceaddict A snug flank cinch also helps to keep saddles from rolling on those mutton withered or round backed horses. :)

fulltiltfilly (New Jersey) I used a back cinch on my grey mare when she really started running hard.

Other then that, no, I do not use one.

Farrierlady (Alabama) I grew up in CT, lots of rodeo’s, lots of ropers and yes a back cinch on our saddles.

CocoChex I have run with and without one, and I definitely prefer having a back cinch on my treeless saddle. The back doesn’t pop up with one. I use a snug back cinch, it doesn’t do anything if it’s loose. missroselee Born and raised in Pennsylvania and have had one on every single saddle growing up LAC Yup, we use em up here in the big apple state too!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS & CONTACT INFORMATION Table of Contents Articles Page Letter From Editor 4 A Little Barrel Talk 4 Horseshoe Hunt 5 Table of Contents & The Staff 5 Settin’ It Straight 5 Calendar of Events 6 My Daddy Always Said 6 NPBA News 7 Barrel Horse World Calendar of Events 8-9 News 11-14 Chalee Gilliland Memorial Barrels & Bling 20-21 IBRA News 24-25 Ask the Vet w/ Dr. Steve Fisch 26-27 QHRAI News 29-31 Belmont Stakes 146 32-39 CMSA News 40 Teen Corral w/Clint Van 42-43 IJRA Rodeo News 44-45 IHSRA News 46-47 Looking - A Soul’s Journey 48 Christian Cowboy Collection 50-51 Bro Brad Curtis - On the Trail 51 Business Card Directory 52-53 Stallion Directory 54 Classifieds 55 ITOBA News 56-59 Li’l Cowpokes Corral 60 Subscription Form 61 Barks N Bits with Bella 62 Mystery of the Month 63

Advertiser’s Index

AVS Equine 28 BBRP Performance Horse Sale 22 Biomet Veterinary Solutions 2 Brad King Vet Service 17 Brandin Iron 61 C Bar C Expo Center 13 Circle G Arena 62 Colleen Gordon Group 7 Conley & Koontz Equine Hosp.

Back Cowpokes 41

First To Shake Six 10 Henry County Saddle Club 19 Jud Little Ranch Cover MD Barns Great Lakes 18 Michigan City Dodge 15 Murphy Trailer Sales 16 Puhl’s Photography 23 Reveal 4-N -1 3 Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College 49

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Settin’ It Straight Sometimes we make a mistake that needs to be “Set Straight.” (We’ve all been there, right?) Well, we want to be sure to give credit where credit is due.

Last month’s ad for Smoke N Sparks included a congratulations to Angie Cunningham and her horse, “Joker.” We had his registered name listed incorrectly, it should be “TDL Smoke N Ice.” TDL Smoke N Ice is by Smoke N Sparks and out of the Thoroughbred mare, Ice on Wallstreet (by Sold To Wallstreet TB.) He is a foal of 2009 and was bred by Dennis and Terry Langford.

Congratulations (again) to a great cowgirl!

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Calendar of Events

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SEPTEMBER 2014

5-7 IQHA Benefit Trail Ride Midwest Trail Ride - Norman, IN 5-7 40th Annual Indiana Barrel Racing Futurity - $6,000 Added 2D Futurity - Bonus $ to Certified IndianaBred (QHRAI) - IBRA, GBRA, BFA approved Future Fortunes. Watch for updates 6 - (April Issue) - Kouts, In @ Navajo Saddle Club - Open Horse Show $600 Added Money - IBRA I(IL) BRA & APHA Paint Alternative Competition approved - More info call 219-988-4984, 219-365-8717 or 219980-8455 www.navajosaddleclub.us 6 - (April Issue) - Danville, IL on Perrysville Rd - M & W Jackpot Shows - NBHA, NPBA & I(IL) BRA approved More info call 217304-9565 or 217-431-4713 www. mwsaddleclub.weebly.com 6-7 - (April Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club Indiana Pinto Hoosier Classic Show - More info or to become a member ($25 annual/family) visit www. hcsaddleclub.com 7 - Hampshire, IL - Y-Not 4H Club 2014 Open Horse Show @ Fox Valley Saddle Association - See showbill or call 815-739-4643 7 - (April Issue) - Danville, IL on Perrysville Rd - M & W Fun Show Sunday - More info call 217304-9565 or 217-431-4713 www. mwsaddleclub.weebly.com 10 - Shelbyville, IN @ Indiana Grand Race Course - THe Merrillville, Stakes, THe Brickyard Stakes (Indiana Bred Thoroughbred Racing) 13 - (April Issue) - Edinburgh, IN @ Hoosier Horse Park - Indiana Saddle Horse Association - ISHA Fall OPEN ALL BREED SHOW More info call 317-418-6381 www. indianasaddlehorse.org 13 - (April Issue) - Anderson, IN @ MCEC - Contesting Only Show - Start time Noon - More info call 765-425-3489 or 765-425-5790 www. madisoncountyequestrianclub.com

IN at Henry County Saddle Club - IN Appaloosa Futurity Show - More info or to become a member ($25 annual/ family) visit www.hcsaddleclub.com

Barrel Bash at the Jud Little Ranch - Sale on the 27th - Visit www. judlittleranch.com for more info

13-15 - 1st Ohio CMSA shoot - TBA Visit www.1stohio.com

1 - Shelbyville, IN @ Indiana Grand Race Course - The Indiana Stallion Stakes, The Crown Ambassador Stakes, The Hillsdale Stakes, The City of Anderson Stakes (Indiana Sired/ Indiana Bred Thoroughbred Racing)

20 - (April Issue) - Angola, IN Steuben Co. Bit and Bridle Speed Shows - Added $$$$ with 70% paybeack - IBRA approved - More info call 260-667-8708, 260-16-9531 or 260-243-9363 20 - Manorville, NY (on Long Isalnd) @ Hidden Pond Stables - NBHA & NPBA - $700 added. More info email outlawacre@aol.com 20 - (April Issue ) - Bloomington, IN @ Monroe County Saddle Club - IBRA approved Barrel Race - Rain or Shine - Added $ - More info call 812-593-0875 or 812-327-8632 www. mcsaddleclub.org 20-21 - (April Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club - Ponies of America IN Show - More info or to become a member ($25 annual/ family) visit www.hcsaddleclub.com

4 - (April Issue ) - Bloomington, IN @ Monroe County Saddle Club - NBHA & NPBA approved - Rain or Shine - Added $ - More info call 812-593-0875 or 812-327-8632 www. mcsaddleclub.org 4 - Shelbyville, IN @ Indiana Grand Race Course - Hoosier Breeders Sophomore Stakes, The Richmond Stakes, The Gus Grissom Stakes (Indiana Sired/Indiana Bred Thoroughbred Racing) 4-5 - Miamaitown, OH @ Gymkhana Arena -1st Ohio SHoot - Visit www.1stohio.com

20-21 - Miamitown, OH @ Gymkhana Arena -1st Ohio CMSA Shoot - - Visit www.1stohio.com

4-5 - (April Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club - IN Purdue Inter-Collegiate Equestrian More info or to become a member ($25 annual/family) visit www. hcsaddleclub.com

26-28 - (April Issue) - Marion, IN @ Grant County Fairgrounds - Grant Co 4H Wranglers Horse & Pony Club IBRA Approved show - Added $$$ - More info call 765-517-1608, 765661-6068 or 765-661-9463

6 - (April Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club - Monthly Membership Meeting - Dietz Shelter or Jordan Arena - More info or to become a member ($25 annual/ family) visit www.hcsaddleclub.com

26-28 - (April Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club - IN Quarter Horse Amateur Show More info or to become a member ($25 annual/family) visit www. hcsaddleclub.com

10-12 - (Sept Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club - NBHA & GBRA Barrel Race - More info or to become a member ($25 annual/ family) visit www.hcsaddleclub.com

27 - (August Issue) - Kouts, In @ Navajo Saddle Club - 2014 NBHA All Speed horse Show - - $900 Added!!

- I(IL)BRA approved - More info call 219-773-0739 or 219-980-8455 www. navajosaddleclub.us

13-14 Wabash Saddle Club Horse Show - Lagro, IN

27 - (April Issue ) - Bloomington, IN @ Monroe County Saddle Club - NBHA & NPBA approved - Rain or Shine - Added $ - More info call 812-593-0875 or 812-327-8632 www. mcsaddleclub.org

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OCTOBER 2014

12 - Indianapolis, IN @ Marion COunty Fairgrounds - QHRAI Speed Sale - Visit inqracing.com for catalog and more info 18-19 (April Issue) New Castle, IN @ Henry County Saddle Club - Bricker Barrel Racing and BBRP Performance Horse Sale - Held in conjunction with IBRA Super Show - Check out flyer in the April issue or go online at www. brickerbarrelracing.com 25 - (April Issue ) - Bloomington, IN @ Monroe County Saddle Club - IBRA approved Barrel Race - Rain or Shine - Added $ - More info call 812-593-0875 or 812-327-8632 www. mcsaddleclub.org 27 - ITOBA Sponsored Sale at Indiana State Fairgrounds - More info to come or visit www.itoba.com

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1 - Shelbyville, IN @ INdiana Grand -The Indiana Futurity, The Miss Indiana Stakes, The Frances Slocum Stakes, The Too Much Coffee Stakes (Indiana Bred Thoroughbred Racing) 3 - (April Issue) - New Castle, IN at Henry County Saddle Club - Monthly membership Meeting 7pm Smith Building - More info or to become a member ($25 annual/family) visit www.hcsaddleclub.com

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News Cant Catcha Corona wins Gordon Mobley Futurity Final By: Tammy Knox

“We have been breeding and raising Quarter Horses for years and have been racing in Indiana since 2004,” said Moster, whose operation runs under the Running Colors Quarter Horse Farm. “We started off with one mare and now breed about 10-15 a year, so we sell quite a few of them now. It’s fun to come and watch them race, even if we don’t own them anymore.”

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Moster joined the connections of Cant Catcha Corona in the winner’s circle along with the race’s namesake, Gordon Mobley, who was in attendance. Mobley is a longtime supporter of Quarter Horse racing in the Hoosier State and was selected as the namesake for the stakes by the Quarter Horse Racing Association of Indiana.

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The Mobley Futurity Final was one of nine races on the program that boasted the largest evening for purses in the 18-year history of pari-mutuel Quarter Horse racing in the state of Indiana. Purses exceeded the $669,000 mark for the evening, which included five stakes races.

SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – July 26, 2014 – Cant Catcha Corona and jockey Harold Collins rallied home to win the richest Quarter Horse race ever held in the state of Indiana Saturday, July 26. The duo earned the title in the fifth running of the $199,200 Gordon Mobley Futurity Final by only the margin of a head at the finish of the 300-yard dash.

Two horses were scratched late in the gate, causing a delay to the start.

All horses were backed out and regrouped before the final six took their places. The delay didn’t upset Cant Catcha Corona, who had a perfect start for Collins.

“He (Cant Catcha Corona) didn’t get upset or rank at all when we backed out of the gate,” said Collins. “And, he went right back in the gate and stood perfectly for the start. He broke excellent and I knew right as we hit the wire he had won it.”

Stinkin Rich takes Jaguar Rocket Futurity

Cant Catcha Corona, starting from post two, had a slight lead the entire length of the race, fending off a late rush by Stone Toasted and Juan Guerrero at the finish for the win in a time of :18.542 seconds. Eye Pay U Off and Aron Hunt rallied home for third.

SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – July 26, 2014 – Stinkin Rich made his name a little more valid Saturday, July 26 at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino, taking home the top prize in the 12th running of the $130,500 Jaguar Rocket Futurity Final. Ridden to victory by Aron Hunt, Stinkin Rich drew away for the win in a time of :15.524 seconds, establishing a new stakes record in the process.

It was a big victory for trainer Randy Smith, who also saddled Stone Toasted for the race along with Jess A Devil, the fourth place finisher. After a win in the trials, Guerrero, who had won on both Cant Catcha Corona and Stone Toasted, chose to ride the latter, leaving the mount open on Cant Catcha Corona.

“I didn’t have anything that qualified for the final,” said Collins. “I thank God for Randy Smith and for letting me ride this horse. He (Cant Catcha Corona) gave me everything he had for the win.”

By: Tammy Knox

Starting from post two in the 10-horse final, Stinkin Rich was a contender from the start of the 300-yard dash. Hunt had the two-year-old grey son of One Famous Eagle focused the entire way, rolling to a one-length win at the wire. Diamond Kissed Too and Ben Creed finished second, giving Trainer Ron Raper the top two places in the race. Rock Crushin Dynasty and Juan Guerrero finished close for third.

The win aboard Cant Catcha Corona marks the third year in a row that Collins has won the Gordon Mobley Futurity. He guided Doc Special to victory in 2013 and Ball Ball Corona in 2012. Doc Special and Collins set the stakes record of :16.130 seconds last year.

“Ron (Raper) told me to warm him (Stinkin Rich) up normal,” said Hunt, who is a top three rider at Indiana Grand. “I knew I could win the race, I just needed to get a good break out of the gate. When the gate opened, he was quick making the lead. Then, I knew it was all on me. I just rode him with confidence and he ran his heart out for me.”

Also owned by Smith, Cant Catcha Corona is now three for three in his brief career. The First Corona Home gelding was bred and raised by Diana Moster of Seymour, Ind. He now possesses more than $122,000 in earnings.

Stinkin Rich is owned by Carolyn Bruce, who is also the breeder. After finishing second in the Jaguar Rocket trial by only a neck, he is now two for three in his young career. His earnings now exceed $81,000.

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The win aboard Pistolpacking Pepsi was one of four on the card for Lagunes. He had a pair of wins for trainer Julio Almanza with Skye Fire in race three followed by a win with Hooked on a Beach in race four. Lagunes returned for a win in the evening’s nightcap, winning the $72,640 Indiana Grand QHRAI Derby Final with Secret Miracle, also trained by Almanza.

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Secret Miracle picked up her second win in three starts for 2014. It was also her fourth career win in 10 starts for the three-year-old daughter of No Secrets Here. She is owned by Guadalupe Arevalo and recently joined the Almanza barn for her three-year-old campaign.

Pistolpacking Pepsi surprises in Blue River Derby Final at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino By: Tammy Knox

SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – July 26, 2014 – After finishing third in the trials, little attention was given to Pistolpacking Pepsi in the 12th running of the $135,100 Blue River Derby Final. The three-year-old sorrel gelding was winless in 2014. However, past performance lines showed he shouldn’t be overlooked. Pistolpacking Pepsi completed his two-year-old season with a win in the $137,000 Miss Roxie Little Futurity and he returned to that form Saturday, July 26 to win the lion’s share of the hefty purse.

Starting from post three in the 10-horse lineup, Pistolpacking Pepsi took a few steps to get into gear. Once jockey Gabriel Lagunes had the son of Jesse James Jr. reaching his full stride, he was hard to fend off by his opponents. Pistolpacking Pepsi dug in and fought hard for the win, getting the job done by only one-half length over Bye Bye Eagle and Shanley Jackson, the horse that had defeated him in the trial. WH Design By Dash and Victor Olivo rallied under the wire just a nose back of Bye Bye Eagle for third place.

Pistolpacking Pepsi granted his backers a hefty return on their investment, paying $15.40, $6.20 and $3.40 across the board. He turned in a time of :20.100 seconds for the dash. The gelding is trained by Ron Brown, who co-owns him with Robert Ray. The win increased the sophomore sprinter’s earnings to more than $172,000. The race also marked the first time Lagunes had ridden him.

“I was a little concerned because we didn’t have our regular jockey (Rodney Prescott) tonight,” said Brown. “But it all worked out and I couldn’t have asked for anything better. I’m tickled to death. I could do a back flip right now.”

Brown, who also conditions a string of Thoroughbreds at Indiana Grand, had one other horse on the card. Tinys First Pepsi, who is also owned by Brown and Ray and ridden by Lagunes, just missed qualifying for the Bob Woodard Memorial Classic Final, turning in the 11th fastest time of the group.

However, Brown has several more chances for both horses during the 2014 racing season in Indiana. When asked what the plan was for Pistolpacking Pepsi, he quickly responded that the horse would be headed to the $50,000-added Stallion Service Auction Derby set for Saturday, Sept. 13.

The day will include three stakes races and will no doubt lure Lagunes, who is based at Belterra Park in Ohio, back to Indiana for the program.

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WRs Quick Regards quickest in Heartland Futurity By: Tammy Knox

SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – July 26, 2014 – After winning his trial in convincing fashion, WRs Quick Regards and Juan Guerrero returned to their winning ways to win the sixth running of the $92,800 Heartland Futurity.

Starting from post seven in the nine-horse lineup, WRs Quick Regards took control of the race early on, sprinting to the win over the fast track in a time of :15.633 seconds, the second fastest time in the six-year history of the stakes race. First Down Renata finished second a head in front of WRs Secret Dream and Shanley Jackson.

Both WRs Quick Regards and WRs Secret Dream are trained by Randy Smith, who had a very productive day. In addition to the win by WRs Quick Regards, Cant Catcha Corona was victorious in the $199,200 Gordon Mobley Futurity along with the second place finisher in the race. In all, Smith had 14 starters on the nine race program with two wins, one second and two thirds in stakes action.

WRs Quick Regards is owned by Gwen Williams’ Williams Racing Stables, Inc. of Iowa. The Chicks Regard two-year-old is now two for three in his brief career with more than $53,000 in earnings.

Live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing continues through Saturday, Nov. 1 offering racing Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 2:05 p.m. with Friday and Saturday action beginning at 5:05 p.m. For more information, visit the Website at indianagrand.com.

About Indiana Grand Racing & Casino: Indiana Grand Racing & Casino holds multiple awards from industry publications for customer service, entertainment, gaming and dining.

Located in Shelbyville, Ind., Indiana Grand features 2,000 of the latest slots and electronic table games in addition to a one-mile oval race course offering live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing each year. Simulcast wagering is also offered year-round at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino as well as an off-track betting facility located in Clarksville, Ind. For more information, please visit www.IndianaGrand.com.

News Great Turn Out at 2014 Ba$h 4 Ca$h The 1st Annual Ba$h 4 Ca$h, has come and gone. This year’s event was held at Hoosier Horse Park in Edinburg, Indiana over the weekend of July 11-13. “It could not have been such a good show without all the support of colunteers and sponsors,” said Amber Bryant.

Overall the show ran very smooth and it was a fun filled weekend. There were several exciting classes on Saturday, including a Ball Race, Rescue Race, Dash 4 Cash, and a Flag Race.

The Pee Wee class was very exciting both days. There were a whopping 23 riders Saturday. Prizes included two buckles and numerous awards to each Pee Wee rider. Kaitlyn Ray won the 1st Place Champion Pee Wee buckle and Steven Webb grasped the 2nd place Reserve Champion Pee Wee Buckle.

Friday night IBRA Open Barrels, Clint Van topped the leader board with a 14.814 out of 210 entries. Saturday IBRA Open Barrels had 284 entries and was won by Nathan Peoples, with a 14.688, Sunday Chris Coffey was out front with a 14.679.

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Youth was dominated both days by Lane Hornberger. and Chris Coffey won the Masters on Saturday and Darrin Hornberger rounded out the Masters Sunday.

A note from Amber Bryant: “I cannot thank all the volunteers and everyone who helped enough. I also want to thank our many sponsors again; they helped make this show a huge success.”

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News Application Period for T.I.P. 2015 Now Open

Robin Glenn Pedigrees (RGP) & AQHA Announce Release of RGP Catalog App

The application period for 2015 horse shows to apply for Thoroughbred Incentive Program (T.I.P.) awards is now open. T.I.P. offers high point awards and classes for Thoroughbreds in multiple disciplines, including dressage, eventing, hunter, jumper, pleasure and Western. The T.I.P. application period for 2015 shows is August 1, 2014, through September 30, 2014. Shows should apply even if the information is tentative. Early applications are appreciated.

More information and the online application are available at tjctip.com/ default.asp?page=3.

El Reno, OK, July 29, 2014 – Just in time for buyers interested in Ruidoso Select Sale entries, Robin Glenn Pedigrees (RGP), a wholly owned subsidiary of the American Quarter Horse Association, is excited to announce the release of their RGP Catalog App.

In 2014, T.I.P. will offer awards for registered Thoroughbreds at over 500 shows in 38 states and Canadian provinces.

Created and announced in October 2011, T.I.P. recognizes and rewards the versatility of the Thoroughbred through sponsorship of Thoroughbred classes and high point awards at sanctioned horse shows, performance awards, and non-competition awards. For more information about T.I.P., please visit tjctip.com.

The Jockey Club, founded in 1894 and dedicated to the improvement of Thoroughbred breeding and racing, is the breed registry for North American Thoroughbreds. In fulfillment of its mission, The Jockey Club provides support and leadership on a wide range of important industry initiatives and it serves the information and technology needs of owners, breeders, media, fans and farms, among others. Additional information is available at jockeyclub.com.

Veterinary Mobility Act Signed Into Law On Friday, August 1, President Obama signed into law an American Horse Council (AHC) supported bill, the Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act, making it legal for veterinarians to provide the care necessary to horses away from their licensed place of practice and across state lines.

Previously, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) believed that veterinarians were in violation of the Controlled Substance Act (CSA) and prohibited them from transporting, administering or dispensing any controlled substances which are necessary for the veterinarian when attempting to care for the safety and well-being of the horse beyond their licensed locations.

The new language reads, “a registrant who is a veterinarian shall not be required to have a separate registration in order to transport and dispense controlled substances in the usual course of veterinary practice at a site other than the registrant’s registered principal place of business or professional practice, so long as the site of transporting and dispensing is located in a State where the veterinarian is licensed to practice veterinary medicine and is not a principal place of business or professional practice.”

The AHC is unaware of how the DEA will react to this or whether they will issue new guidance or change their registration process in any way to reflect this new provision.

The AHC would like to thank Congress and the President for this important legislation that allows veterinarians to continue caring for the wellbeing of horses without any fear of being in violation of the CSA.

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The RGP Catalog App is an innovative, electronic exploration and organizational tool for equine auction catalogs which offers a simple interactive experience. Designed with a straight-forward, easy-to-use interface, the RGP Catalog App is constructed to augment the way buyers utilize traditional sale catalogs, while adding functionality that expedites locating and organizing potential purchases. Traditionally formatted, crystal clear catalog pages are easily bookmarked, categorized, annotated and highlighted, with the ability to quickly add more extensive notes.

An intuitive suite of tools further enhances the user experience allowing instant access to available photos and videos while on the horse’s catalog page; the ability to share, email and print individual pages; and the capacity to include personal annotations and highlights.

Page annotations and highlights are as simple to use as drawing directly on the catalog page with your finger. Furthermore, annotated and highlighted pages are quickly accessible through the search feature by annotation type or color.

The RGP Catalog App’s robust search engine makes searching through multiple sales straight-forward while offering an array of search criteria.

The search engine combined with the fully interactive indexes gives the user a variety of ways to locate sale consignments of specific interest.

The free app can be downloaded by visiting www.robinglenn.com or by searching for “RGP Catalog App” in the Apple App Store. Currently the App is available only for an iPad 2 and above. Android tablet and phone releases are in active development.

IPRA Announces Central Region Tour Finale

By: Rayne Sherman The International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA) and Latting Rodeo Productions are pleased to announce the Central Region Tour Finale. The Tour Finale will be held October 31 – November 2 at Gordyville USA in Gifford, Ill. All IPRA members are eligible to qualify by earning points at Central Region rodeos and the top ten in each event will advance to the Tour Finale.

The Central Region does not have to be a contestant’s designated region in order to be eligible to qualify. Tour Finale standings are available on the IPRA’s website at www.ipra-rodeo.com.

“We are planning to have an even set of quality livestock so anyone can win first and the event will be geared toward making the cowboys the stars.

The Hannagan’s at Gordyville know how to put on a great rodeo and the facility is cowboy friendly,” stated Mike Latting, owner of Latting Rodeo Productions. Livestock will be provided by Latting Rodeo Productions, Wooten Rodeo Company, and Rafter H Rodeo Company.

Competing at the Central Region Tour Finale will not affect contestants’ eligibility for the National All Region Finals (NARF). Contestants will qualify for the NARF based on the traditional region standings. This year the NARF will feature the top two contestants in each event from each of the five regions.

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King Vet Service – Brad King, DVM Equine Sports Medicine Clinic

“Thank you to all our customers and supporters!”

We are proud to announce that we have moved to a new and improved location to better serve our customers and equine patients!

Our new location features: • Clinic located just 1 ½ miles from I-69 from exit 34, with easier access for big trailers • 4 wash bays/crosstie areas plus separate stocks • 5 – 10 x 12 rubber matted stalls • Rubber flooring throughout clinic including indoor hinging area • Waiting area with plenty of seating for customers • Small animal clinic in front of building [not open yet] • Concrete circular access and parking lot

Keep your horse at his competitive best!

Call Dr. King today for an appointment!

Clinic: 765-378-0382 Cell: 765-760-3792

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GBRA 1. Warm Up Poles

Pay at office $4

2. Open Poles

$25 Added

3. GRBRA Poles

$15

IN02 Approved

$25 Added

4. Warm Up Barrels

Pay at office

$4

5. Pee Wee Barrels

$5.00 added

$5

6. NBHA Youth Barrels

$25 Added

$15

7. NBHA Sr Barrels

$25 Added

$15

8. NBHA Open Barrels

$500 Added

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CHALEE GILLILAND MEMORIAL

Barrels & Bling Hoosier Horse Park Edinburg, Indiana JULY 5, 2014 Oh Wow!!

That’s all that can be said for the second annual Barrels and Bling!! Once again, the barrel racing community has shown the love and compassion to support a family and a foundation!

Thank you all who volunteered, who shopped, who came out, and those who ran!! A huge thank you to our sponsors who might not even know what barrel racing is about! Without all of you, we couldn’t achieve all that we did!!

This year the show was held at the Hoosier Horse Park in Edinburg, Indiana. Friday night’s warm ups was accompanied by a dinner supplied by Holt’s Café.

The show started with a wonderful grand entry of something new.

Cali and Cami Moriarity who normally barrel race, decided to try their hand at trick riding.

Cami

The benediction was a wonderful recount of how our lives are much like a barrel race. Jon Hemmer eloquently spoke while Riana Gilliland rode her horse, Cassie, in the barrel pattern.

“Team Bling”

Cali

Although they have been barrel racing and riding their whole lives, trick riding requires special moves. Cali, 16 years old, and Cami, 10 years old, have been practicing their routine since April. They even went to a clinic in Illinois to get some pointers. They practiced all summer twice a day to perfect their tricks like the Hipppodrome, Indian Hideaway,

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and the Saddle Layover. All while teaching their mount what to expect.

So this is not something one can just decide to try one day. You must have special training and the right equipment. Also, you need a horse that is willing to withstand the different positions. The Moriarity girls used Cami’s barrel horse, 18 year old Beetlejuice.

This year the Most Bling award went to seven fabulous girls known as Team Bling!!

And boy did they bring it on!!

Those cute little girls and their captain, Amy Johnson, won with a donation of over $1,200.

We can’t thank the families enough of these girls, Carlie Corbin, Addy Ketron, Annelle Jimenez, Brilee McMahan, Abi Herndon, Bailee Tieman, and Hallie Hagan!

Show Recap

519 Horses ran from 4 states. We paid out over $16,000 and will be able to give our recipient $12,000!! We had 25 PeeWees that ran and a true Chalee’s class!! Everyone was new, nervous, or a novice! Gunner Henry won the PeeWee class and belt buckle donated by Indiana Metal Craft.

Gunner

Fastest time winner was Chris Coffey who posted a 15.082. Chris received a hand tooled bronc halter made by David McKnight.

Youth 1D Lane Hornberger, 2D Nicole Fields, 3D Jessie Hoagland Open 1D Chris Coffey, 2D Michelle Williams, 3D Montana Thursby, 4D Denise Ray Masters 1D Chris Coffey, 2D Penny Russ, 3D David Brunck

Chalee Gilliland was an 11 year old barrel racer that had Cystic Fibrosis, a life threatening genetic disease that causes severe damage to the lungs and digestive system. Chalee passed away suddenly and without warning on September 22, 2012. Her parents, Robert and Susan, created a foundation to honor its 11-year-old namesake’s endless spirit by inspiring and empowering those with the greatest needs. The Chalee Gilliland Foundation, Inc. is specifically driven to provide financial and emotional support to those with Cystic Fibrosis, the barrel racing community, and animal organizations This years’ recipient is very special to the Gilliland family. She was the very first person the family met, face to face, that has Cystic Fibrosis.

And she barrels races, no less! The family was very proud to be able to do something for this special person!

LiveFree, BeBrave, ChaleeStrong!!

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BBRP

Bricker Barrel Racing Productions

Location:

Henry County Saddle Club New Castle, Indiana

Tack starts at 3:30pm Horses start at 5:30pm

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TERMS OF SALE

• Held in conjunction with IBRA Super Show - Watch for more info

Performance Horse Sale

Flat sale rate of $45.00, no high commission or a “No Sale” fee!

Barrel Horses can enter the open classes to be video taped. The video will be played while horse is being auctioned. No outside videos of barrel horses allowed.

Horses may be consigned to sale on line or by contacting Chad Bricker at 260-703-0839 or Roger Hollowell at 765-717-7442. You may prepay auction fee on line @ www.brickerbarrelracing.com or by completeing the Consignment Form below and mailing along with registration papers to the address listed below.

All pre consigned horses will be sold first. All horses consigned day of sale will be charge a $45.00 late fee on top of $45.00 pre consignment sale fee total of $90.00 Horses may be consigned @ www.brickerbarelracing.com starting the first of July or earlier by phone.

BBRP will offer a side pot to saturday’s open class to barrel horses consigned to sale.

The auction will be held in barn A at the Henry County Saddle Club show grounds, New Castle, IN. All horses consigned to sale must be sold through the auction. No outside selling!!!!!!

Colts and brood mares are all welcome No thin or crippled horses will be consigned.

If selling a mare as being bred must have vet check papers and a copy of studs papers as well.

MUST HAVE A UP TODATE COGGINS TEST!!!!!!! No exceptions!!!!!!!

All performance horses other than barrel horses may e mail a video and the video will be played while horse is being sold. There will be a $10. O0 fee and must be sent in before day of sale.

New and used saddle consignments welcome. 10% sales fee, $5.00 no sale fee.

Saddles may be cataloged on line for a small fee.

All horses and tack are sold AS IS!!! It’s up to the buyer to perform a presale check on all items.

Tack will start at 3:30 pm and horses will start at 5:30 pm

CONSIGNMENT FORM Consignor Name:__________________________________________________________Phone:___________________________________ Address:_________________________________________________City:__________________________St:_________ZIP:_____________ Horse Name:_______________________________________________________________________Breed:______________Age:________ Sire:___________________________________________________Dam:______________________________________________________ Short Bio:_________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please fill out and return to: BBRP Performance Horse Sale, 941 W. Votaw St., Portland, IN 47371 Be sure to include copy of registration papers and consignment fee of $45.00. Make checks payable to Bricker Barrel Racing Productions.

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IBRA

Presented By Jaco Brands C BAR C EXPO CENTER - CLOVERDALE, INDIANA

NATIONAL FINALS Sept. 28-Oct. 4, 2014

$300,000

9-28 9-29

Tue

9-30

10:00am 12:00-8:00pm 6:00pm 9:00am

Wed

10-1

8:00am

Thur 10-2 Fri 10-3

8:00am 8:00am

Sat

8:00am

(see rules)

RULES

ENTER by Sept. 1st, 2014 to be eligible for Short Go Finals. If you are a State Qualifier or Top Dog and do not pre-enter, you will be running for go round money only and will not be eligible for short go.

Rider ______________________________________ IBRA # ________ Address ___________________________________________________ City _____________ State ____Zip ______ Phone # (______) ________ Horse’s Name _______________________________________________ Entry Fees:** Visa and Mastercard accepted by telephone payment ** Open $30,000 added (both go’s) $175______ Youth $5,000 added $ 50 ______ Masters $5,000 added $ 50 ______ Sponsors / Directors Race $1,000 added (see rules for rollover option) $ 25 ______ Open $10,000 Guaranteed May ROLLOVER from Sponsors/Directors Race $ 65 ______ *Division Winner Saddles awarded and 2015 Wildcards*

$125______ $ 65______

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(No Overnight Tie Outs, if only entering *Tuesdays Races Tie Outs will be $25 for the day) $

25__________

Hookup (Includes Electric and Water dumping will be available periodically) $125______ Processing Fee (1 time per person, limit of three per family) $ 30 ______ Late Fee Postmarked after Sept 1st(Per Horse not to exceed 2 per person, 3 per family) $ 35 ______ $55 single/$115 Family Membership **See Rules $ 55 ______ TOTAL………………………………….......……… …TOTAL_______

* CASH ONLY DAY OF SHOW *

I, the undersigned, (give my permission for) __________________________to enter this event, and will not hold the municipality, IBRA, C Bar C Expo Center, show organizers, and/or any persons connected with this event responsible in case of accident, injury or death which may occur to me, my horse, my child, and/or my property if an incident may occur. I understand the risk of this sport and take full responsibility for myself and my child if an incident may occur.

By signing below, it is understood that I have read and understand my full responsibility. By signing I acknowledge that the horse that is being entered is subject to a drug test and that I have the authority to authorize this. __________________________________________________________________________ Contestant or guardian signature

Contact Us: 502-239-4000 office 502-239-4100 fax Shane@ibra.us Payments Page 24 Accepted By Phone

PAYOUT & AWARDS

Move-in Day (Do not come early, you’ll be asked to leave) **MUST HAVE COGGINS & HEALTH PAPERS** Open Riding in Arena Directors Meeting Sponsors/Directors Race 4-D $10,000 Guaranteed 4-D * 2015 season Wildcards & Division Winner Saddles 1st Go Open 4-D FUN NIGHT 2nd Go Open 4-D IBRA Finals Short Go will be for IBRA Qualifiers only.

OPEN, YOUTH, MASTERS – All members with Youth 4-D - Masters 4-D 100 pts or more will be considered a State Qualifier.

Barbeque, Corn Hole Tournament The Top 5 (Top Dogs) in each division of a state’s Church & Gospel Group year end standings & Wild Cards automatically Finals Short Go qualifiy for the Short Go Finals no matter how they place in the go-rounds. All State Qualifiers MUST Youth, Masters, Open

Early Bird Entries Due September 1st, 2014 * CASH ONLY DAY OF SHOW TOP DOGS, WILD CARDS & STATE QUALIFIERS: MUST PRE-

Stalls includes (2 bags of shavings) Tie Outs per horse for week

estimated

**MUST BE AN IBRA MEMBER TO ENTER**

SCHEDULE

Sun Mon

10-4

**EARLY BIRD ENTRY DEADLINE Post Marked by SEPT 1st, 2014**

_________________ Date

BE PRE-ENTERED by Sept. 1st (post marked) to be ELIGIBLE for the short go finals. If you miss the deadline, you will be running for go round money only.

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$30,000 OPEN - $10,000 added each go-round

and Short Go Finals. $5,000 YOUTH - $2,500 added in long go & Short Go Finals.

• $5,000 MASTERS - $2,500 added in long go and Short Go Finals.

Finals Short Go Qualifications (Open, Youth, Masters):

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All State Qualifiers who are pre-entered by Sept. 1st may qualify for the Finals Short Go by being either a Top Dog, a Wild Card holder or by qualifying in a goround. The Top 10 state qualifiers in each division per go round who are not already qualified as a Top Dog or with a Wild Card will advance to the Short Go Finals.

$30,000 Added Open 4-D

$10,000 Guaranteed Open 4-D

$5,000 Added Youth 4-D

$5,000 Added Masters 4-D

$1,000 Added Sponsors/Director 4-D

Qualifications for Sponsors / Directors race - Must be a State Director or Representative

or have sponsored $100 or more in your state or to IBRA. A family member or employee may ride in place of the Director or Sponsor. Anyone who enters this class who is not qualified will be disqualified and forfeit any money or prizes they win and be fined $100.

Rollover: Pay entries for both the Sponsors/Directors race and $10,000 Guarantee Open 4D and run once. Your time in the Sponsors race will rollover to the Open 4D. Rollovers must be designated at time of entry.

Refunds and Rider Change: 70% refund minus processing fee will be given with doctors or vet release. No refunds after September 15th, 2014. Rider change must be done before draw is posted Sept. 21st.

Dress Code: 2014 Dress Code Applies! Collared and button up shirts required., Holding Pen: Only the current drag of five horses will be allowed in the holding pen. You must have checked in and be present in holding pen prior to the start of your drag or you will be scratched.

***Contestants with unruly horses, please keep this in mind prior to your entry. IBRA has the right to disqualify any uncontrolled horse and/or a rider that may present a danger to other contestants, abusing their horse with a whip, hand, or spurs or that have not began their run within one minute of the time the rider has been called.

Membership: Must be a current member or have been a member of the 2014 season to compete. * Added Money: Open, Youth and Masters will be adjusted on a percentage based on number of

entries. Youth and Masters will be equal to a $1,000 per 100 entries. Ex: 150 entries $1,500, 200 entries $2,000 maximum of $2,500. Open will be doubled with a maximum of $10,000 added each go. Added Money in Long Go will be matched for Finals Short Go. Drug Policy: All Entries are subject to testing and meeting the requirements set in place by the IBRA.

NO REFUNDS AFTER SEPT. 15TH - NO EXCEPTIONS DRAW WILL BE POSTED SEPT. 21ST - ABSOLUTLEY NO CHANGES WILL BE MADE TO THE DRAW AFTER IT IS POSTED. ROLLOVERS MUST BE STATED AT TIME OF ENTRY.

Anyone missing the Sept. 1st deadline will be charged a Late Fee of $35 per horse not to exceed $70 per person or $105 per immediate family.

IBRA reserves the right to cancel this show due to lack of entries. Decision would be made immediately after Early Bird Entry due date to properly notify contestants. 100% refund would be given if show is canceled.

Visit Us:

www.ibra.us

Mail Entries To: IBRA P.O. Box 91205 Louisville, KY 40291 Payments Accepted By Phone

IBRA NEWS International Barrel Racing Association

2013 2015

MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION www.ibra.us

Membership runs from season to season * IBRA season August 1s t- July 31st

Points will not start until all information on application is received in office Please Circle one:

Renewal

Associate or non-contestant $30.00 Membership $50 $55

or

New Member

$115 Family Membership $105 (3 or more in immediate family, Youth 18 & Under)

Name ______________________________________________ Date __________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________________________ State _______________ Zip_______________ Phone (______) _______________________ Other family members (include SS#'s) ____________________________________________________________ 

Youth 18 or under Birth date_____/______/______ *

Family Membership names and birth dates: ____________________________________ ____________________________________ _____________________________________ ____________________________________ What state would you like to designate for IBRA 4-D points______________________________ (If you do not designate your state it will be assumed you are joining the state of the above address for points.)

E-mail address (for updates)__________________________________________________________

Accumulating Points – Horse and Rider Combination

When entering at shows, you may use the horse’s registered name or a nickname, but the same name must be used throughout the season. If you use different names at different shows for the same horse, there is a good chance the horse’s points will be split up. If this happens, points WILL NOT be combined at a later date. It’s your responsibility to use the same name for your horse at every show.

You may receive points on more than one horse.

Membership includes random drug testing fee Send Membership To: International Barrel Racing Association * P.O. Box 91205 * Louisville, KY 40291 (502) 239-4000

Office Use Only: DB____ ML____ ENV____ EM____ 502-239-4000 office 502-239-4100 fax Shane@ibra.us

www.ibra.us

IBRA P.O. Box 91205 Louisville, KY 40291

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Winning Edge

Reprint from September 2012

Photo by Steve Heuertz

Ask the Vet with Dr. Steve Fisch, DVM

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inning requires a lot of things to go right. Losing requires only one thing to go wrong. As the level of competition rises, more and more things have to go right. The time to start getting your horse ready to show actually starts back in the breeding shed as you choose your genetics. Whether you bred or bought your horse, we will assume that you have done your homework in the genetics and nutrition department and you have a horse that has good conformation and is sound at this point.

You can take your horse on a trail ride and still get in some training.

Your horse’s mind will get a rest from the training pen and his joints will get a break from the repetitive motions from the training pen. You will end up with a sounder and happier horse in the long run. A horse that is not sour from endless hours in the training pen is more apt to learn quickly when he is in the training pen.

An mportant aspect of having and keeping that winning edge is to make sure your horse’s feet are balanced with the proper break over point and a non broken pastern hook axis .Long toes and under run heels are common but they are a deterrent to optimum performance.

The feet should also be balanced in the medial to lateral (side to side)

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If you have a younger or older horse, the first thing to concentrate on besides the actual training aspect is to make sure your horse is in good enough shape to do what you are asking of him. You must remember that a horse less than 24 to 26 months still does not have some of its growth plates closed yet. These young horses take a very minimum of ninety days to get their muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons strong enough to take the wear and tear of training. Just as any athlete they need a strong base level of fitness before you ask them to go to a higher level of training. Repetitive movements such as going round and round in a training pen at the same speed and gait for long periods of time is very strenuous on young joints and ligaments. Muscles of horses in training are no different than people who are training. The muscles take strain to make them stronger but they also need rest so they can repair themselves as they prepare for more strain and more strength. If the muscles, tendons, ligaments and joints do not get some down time for repair, you will end up with a sore horse or a horse that breaks down before he makes it to the show pen. You will never see a winning professional human athlete in a training program that causes him to use the same body parts and motions day after day without at least 48 hours of down time for that body part or motion. The training causes breakdown of the muscles, etc and the down time allows them to repair and come back 48 hours later even stronger.

aspect also. A well balanced foot is just like a well balanced tire. An unbalanced foot will cause more wear on one side of the coffin joint than the other. A well balanced foot will also cause your horse to travel smoother and more like an athlete. You can check your horse’s foot balance with two x-rays of each foot.

Another area that needs to be in balance but is often overlooked is the mouth. The teeth need to be floated and the mouth balanced

Ask the Vet with Dr. Steve Fisch, DVM Horses that are under stress from showing and training may benefit from Ulcergard

by Merial as a preventative for stomach ulcers or Gastrogard as a treatment for ulcers.

Stomach ulcers are a major cause of poor performance, poor eaters, grumpy horses and generally poor doers. Do not use an imitation, they do not work.

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To keep your horse healthy, explore preventative options, such as proper training and shoeing, as well as therapeutic medications such as Adequan.

Omeprazole is available in the form of a USDA-approved drug in the medications GastroGard and UlcerGard by Merial.

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Therehorse, are other decrease signs of EGUS for a very short time, but there ence between winning and losing.Polysulfated glycosaminoglycan, Remember that taking sold as Adequan, has been This leads to a cascade of problems, including abnormal wear and The last topic your show horse opposite leg. This dominofor effectmaintaining makes prevention proven to go istosecondary. the joint after an intramuscular injection. tear on the appears to be no long-term effect. These antacids would have care of the horse is job No. 1. Everything else Depending on the horse’s training schedule, a weekly, such an important component of the treatment of joint disease. to be given six times per day to affect the pH in a consistent is soundness. If he is already sound, as he manner, but even then there has been no evidence that these Dr. Steve Fisch owns AVS Equine Hospital, a full-service hospital Q - R A C I N G J O U R N A L S E P T E M B E R 2 0 1 1 57 medications are effective in healing gastric ulcers. and reproductive center in Tallahassee, Florida, where he and son should be, then there are a few things you can H-2 receptor antagonists suppress gastric acid secretion by Dr. Joe Fisch operate a referral hospital for performance-related binding to histamine (H-2) receptors. H-2 receptor antago- lameness. He is also a racehorse owner and a member of the AQHA do besides the information in the paragraphs nists include medications such as ranitidine and cimeti- Racing Council. For his efforts in bringing American Quarter Horse dine. Ranitidine with every-eight-hour dosing has been racing back to Florida, Dr. Fisch was the recipient of the 2010 above to keep him that way. Adequan shown to treat and heal gastric ulcers. Cimetidine, even with Gordon Crone Award. To comment, write to jrnlracing@aqha.org.

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injections are an excellent preventative for sore joints. I would advise supplementing any needed joint injections with weekly to monthly intramuscular injections of Adequan during any heavy showing or training period. Intramuscular injections of Adequan help replace some needed substances in an inflamed joint and they can prolong the time between joint injections.

When you have your horse’s joints injected, make sure you have them injected with the highest quality and highest molecular weight hyaluronate and if you use steroid, always use a steroid that is “chondroprotective” such as triamcimilone.

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These preceding paragraphs really barely touch on all the things it takes to keep that “winning edge” but hopefully they will give you a lot of food for thought. Good luck at all your shows and races!

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Belmont

Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

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he first step was taken in Kentucky, the second in Maryland.

The third would be taken in New York. After his victory in the Preakness, California Chrome became the 13th horse to bid for the Triple Crown since Affirmed last won it in 1978. Even though his twelve predecessors were uniquely remarkable, each failed to pass “The Test of the Champion” and win the Belmont Stakes. The resulting 36 year drought without a Triple Crown winner remained the longest in racing history, yet many refused to lose hope and instead still found themselves captivated again as ‘Chrome embarked on his own historic run.

While the centerpiece of Belmont Stakes day was undoubtedly the race itself, the New York Racing Association (NYRA) further enhanced the spectacle by adding additional stakes races to the undercard, making it the grandest day of racing short of the Breeders’ Cup. Surpassing it’s own “Super Saturday,” traditionally run every fall at Belmont Park and featuring five Grade 1 races, NYRA shuffled it’s stakes schedule to host a total of nine stakes races on Belmont day, including six Grade 1 races, highlighted by ‘Chrome’s run in the Belmont Stakes. The table was indeed set for a tremendous day of racing.

‘Chrome

Despite the growing excitement leading up to the day, there continued to be reason that the task of winning the Triple Crown remained daunting. As the Triple Crown exists during the span of a mere five weeks, many horses attempting to sweep the three races became simply exhausted during the Belmont Stakes. This is exacerbated by the difficult length of the Derby and Preakness as races in conduction with the Belmont Stakes, at 1 1/2 miles, being the longest of all and is likely the farthest distance any of its entrants will ever contest.

Left to right from top: Led by assistant trainer Alan Sherman, exercise rider Willie Delgado gives California Chrome a pat as the duo goes to the track on a rainy morning two days before the Belmont Stakes; California Chrome works over a muddy Belmont track; Willie Delgado gallops California Chrome around an improved track the day before the big race; ‘Chrome poses for the cameras while walking the shed row.

Further, the growing trend involved many of the horses exiting the Derby as losers, choose to skip the Preakness and rest while awaiting the Belmont. This exact scenario played out this year as California Chrome was only accompanied in the Preakness by two other Derby entrants; Ride On Curlin and General A Rod. Each of the other seven Preakness contenders were the so called “new shooters” that ailed to quality for the Derby. However, the Belmont Stakes would see the return of other, well rested contenders including Derby second place finisher Commanding Curve, the second betting choice from the Derby, Wicked Strong, Medal Count and Samraat. Ride On Curlin and General A Rod joined in the fray as well and became the only horses other than ‘Chrome to contest all three legs of

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Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

Belmont

Left to right from top: The eleven Triple Crown winners remain honored in the Belmont infield; After a disappointing finish in the Preakness (G1), Bayern dominates his rivals in the seven furlong Woody Stephens (G2) on the Belmont undercard; Sweet Reason (left) powers down the stretch to a sweet victory in the Acorn Stakes (G1); Close Hatches (center) fights off late runs by Princess of Sylmar (left) and Antipathy (right) to win the Ogden Phipps Handicap (G1).

won the Peter Pan Stakes (G2) at Belmont Park, the main prep for the Belmont Stakes.

With that, ten horses entered the Belmont Stakes, but most hearts remained solely with one. California Chrome worked brilliantly up to the Belmont Stakes and this time there were no concerns about slow times in previous races or a heard cough days before the race.

Instead, the only concern was the race itself and the growing history that stated the task was too much to ask.

As the 3-5 morning line favorite, California Chrome entered post position two of the Belmont starting gate, and awaited his date with destiny. the Triple Crown. Equally concerning, the Belmont field was rounded out by four other horses who altogether skipped the Derby and Preakness (they did not have enough earned points to enter the Derby) and instead focused on capturing the Belmont. These contenders included Commissioner, Matterhorn, Matuszak and most notably, Tonalist, who

The crowd erupted in cheers, the bell rang and the gates flew open.

Trouble was immediately found. At first glance it looked as if California Chrome stumbled out of the gate Instead, Matterhorn (3), just to ‘Chrome’s right, veered into the dual classic winner and stepped on the back of his right front hoof, tearing off a chunk of it. It was only

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Belmont

Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

Fans

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Left to right from top: A view of the giant Belmont track from the grandstand; Overlooking Belmont Park; Many dressed in the purple and green colors of Dumbass Partners; Everyone was hoping to see a Triple Crown for California Chrome; The Triple Crown trophy (front) is on display with the Belmont Stakes trophy (back); Supporting ‘Chrome on his big day; Fans hope California Chrome can check off the Belmont Stakes and complete the Triple Crown.

Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

Belmont

And More Fans

Left to right from top: The massive Belmont Park grandstand was full with fans hoping to witness history; Belmont Park hosts the 146th running of the Belmont Stakes; Belmont Park was packed with racing fans on this special day; Coffee Clique (center) takes the Just a Game Stakes (G1) by a nose over long-shot Strathnaver (left); Last years Belmont Stakes winner, Palace Malice, takes another big race at Belmont Park when he wins the Metropolitan Handicap (aka, the Met Mile) (G1) while continuing his dominance as a 4-year-old.

steps into the race and California Chrome now had a substantial wound to endure for the next 1 1/2 miles. Despite the mishap, California Chrome cleared the gate relatively well and attempted to establish a good racing position. However, the inside post position kept him on the rail as many of the horses to his right closed on him. One of these horses, Commissioner (8), surprisingly moved for the lead and held it as the field entered the clubhouse turn. Whereas in the Derby and Preakness, jockey Victor Espinoza, was able to clear California Chrome to the outside in a prime stalking position, the Belmont proved different and he was forced to race from the inside, on the rail, a position ‘Chrome historically didn’t enjoy. Nonetheless, California Chrome settled in his position off the pace while Commissioner set an opening 1/4 mile of 24.06 with General A Rod (10) in second to his outside. Tonalist (11) moved up from the outside and into third as California Chrome remained stuck on the rail and shuffled back into fourth. General A Rod moved closer to the pacesetting Commissioner as the field completed 1/2 mile in 48.52. Wicked Strong (9) raced in fifth to the outside of ‘Chrome and Medal Count (1) sat in sixth and near the rail. The field maintained this position through 3/4 mile in 1:12.84 until entering the fi-

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Belmont

Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz nal turn and Espinoza found room to move ‘Chrome to the outside and around the three horses in front of him. However, this position hung ‘Chrome four wide and needing to cover additional ground around the giant Belmont turn. Meanwhile, Medal Count moved into fifth and remained on the rail while Tonalist began asserting pressure on the leaders as the field finished one mile in 1:37.13. Entering the stretch, Commissioner continued to lead from the rail while General A Rod held second to his outside, Tonalist third outside of him, and California Chrome continued to race four wide in fourth, but finally with a clear path in front of him. Commissioner continued to hold the lead as General A Rod faded and Medal Count moved up. Tonalist continued to grind into second and bared down on the lead. California Chrome fought to his outside but didn’t show the same “push button” move he had displayed it in the Derby and Preakness; it appeared he was finally tiring. Wicked Strong continued to fight from off the pace and to ‘Chrome’s right. Nearing the finish Tonalist inched closer to Commissioner and the two hit the wire almost simultaneously. Medal Count finished in third just behind them and California Chrome and Wicked Strong were similarly close, contesting for fourth. The final verdict had Tonalist edging Commissioner by a head to win the Belmont Stakes. Medal Count was one length behind and California Chrome and Wicked Strong finished in a dead heat for fourth, just 3/4 of a length behind Medal Count.

Triple Crown Hopeful Left to right from top: Real Solution fires late to win the Manhattan Handicap (G1) over the Belmont turf; Fan support for California Chrome was seen all over Belmont Park; Even the lead ponies support ‘Chrome; The crowd grows with excitement in anticipation for ‘Chromes Triple Crown bid; California Chrome’s saddlecloth for the Belmont Stakes; Victor Espinoza and California Chrome make the walk to the track after the call to the post; ‘Chrome steps onto the track moments before his run for history

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Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

Belmont

Post Parade

Left to right from top: The post parade featuring the Belmont Stakes field; Breaking from the gate, Matterhorn (left) veers into California Chrome and steps on his right front hoof, injuring it just steps into the race; A closeup of California Chrome’s feet shortly after leaving the gate, showing the wound left on his right hoof after Matterhorn stepped on it; Tonalist (left), with Joel Rosario up rallies late to overcome pacesetter Commissioner (right) and with the 146th Belmont Stakes, spoiling California Chrome’s Triple Crown bid; A disappointed Victor Espinoza and California Chrome return after the race

It’s Tonalist!

For the 13th time since 1978, a horse failed in his bid to win the Triple Crown. Despite the disappointment immediately felt, California Chrome truly lost nothing more than a race. Instead, he further validated his ability as a racehorse, never giving up despite poor racing luck and enduring an injury immediately after leaving the starting gate. On another day, with better luck, he just might have ended the drought that has long plagued racing fans.

However, ‘Chrome’s gutsy effort was immediately overshadowed when his co-owner, Steve Coburn, during a post-race interview, slammed the connections of Tonalist and other entrants that did not contest all three Triple Crown races. While speaking with NBC’s Kenny Rice, Coburn staid, “Well, I thought he was gaining ground, but he didn’t have it in him, apparently. You know what? He’s been in three, this is his third very big race. These other horses, they always set ‘em out. They set

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Belmont

Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

Tonalist

Left to right from top: Tonalist cools off after his Belmont victory; Trainer Christophe Clement congratulates jockey Joel Rosario for a great ride aboard Tonalist; Tonalist’s saddlecloth after his Belmont Stakes victory; Tonalist and Joel Rosario are led into the Belmont Park winner’s circle.

‘em out and try to upset the apple cart. I’ll never see, I’m 61 years old and I’ll never see in my lifetime, I’ll never see another Triple Crown winner because of the way they do this. It’s not fair to these horses that have been in the game since day one. I look at it this way, if you can’t make enough points to get into the Kentucky Derby, you can’t run in the other two races.” When Rice asked a question to clarify what Coburn was saying, he continued, “That’s right, it’s all or nothing. It’s all or nothing because this is not fair to these horses that have been running their guts out for these people and for the people that believe in them. To have somebody to come up like, this is a coward’s way out, in my opinion. This is a coward’s way out.” Finally, in response to Rice asking if Coburn felt the other contenders “came right after” his horse, Coburn said, “Yes, exactly. Our horse had a target on his back.

Everybody else lays out one, or they won’t run in the Kentucky Derby or the Preakness, they’ll wait until the Belmont. You know what? If you’ve got a horse, run him in all three. If you’ve got a horse that can, that, Carolyn (Coburn says as he attempts to redirect his wife Carolyn’s efforts to stop him from continuing). If you’ve got a horse that

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earns points to run in the Kentucky Derby, those 20 horses that start in Kentucky are the only 20 eligible to run in all three races. This is the cowards way out.”

While Coburn eventually apologized for his statements, the initial effect cast a dark cloud over the wonderful story that was Dumbass Partners and the amazing accomplishments of their valiant horse. In actuality, Coburn expressed valid points regarding the nature of the Triple Crown, but the timing of and manner in which he chose to go about voicing these concerns was in poor form.

Despite some validity, Coburn appeared to struggle realizing the Triple Crown is, in many ways, purposefully designed as exceedingly difficult and possibly even unfair. In fact, it is this difficulty that makes it so special and one of the rarest accomplishments in sports. Changing this format would essentially cheapen the experience and allure that is the Triple Crown. Instead, it’s inherent difficulty is what draws us back

Story & Photos by: Steve Heuertz

Belmont to it, continually waiting for the one to receive the baton passed from Affirmed. Until then, we will continue to wait, for as long as it takes.

That California Chrome was not that horse is nothing for his connections and fans to feel saddened about. This remarkable animal transcended the racing community and took the collective public along for a magically memorable ride in the spring of 2014.

It was a ride that reminded us that true greatness isn’t a birth right or something that can be bought only by the deepest of pockets.

Instead, it’s potential can exist in any us, whether we be of the equine or human variety. The only thing that matters is that we have the fortitude to believe in it, even in the face of repeated failure and especially when it seems hopelessly impossible. For that, we as racing fans are forever grateful. Thank you California Chrome, you remind us of why we love this sport. Without such love, any crown wouldn’t even be worthy of wearing.

Tonalist heads back to his barn with a garland of carnations and a classic victory to his credit.

Steve Heuertz Bio

Steve Heuertz; Steve’s horse and loyal friend,

It started with a horse named Cowboy. Disregarded and discounted, this nine-year-old Red Dun Quarter Horse Cowboy, a 19-year-old, Red Dun Quarter Horse left his life as a ranch horse in South Dakota and ventured a new path into the life of Steve Heuertz in 2004.

Shortly thereafter, a bond was formed that fully catapulted Steve into the world of the horse where he became fascinated with the wonderful capabilities of this majestic animal.

Of particular interest were the speed, endurance and competitive spirit demonstrated by the equine heroes within the sport of Thoroughbred Racing. Although initially satisfied with observing from afar, Steve became increasingly captivated by the sport and turned toward capturing the splendor of racing via his other passion, photography. The result was a recipe where he could combine his great love for horses, racing and photography into one harmonious blend that was greater than the sum of its parts.

Since then, racing has taken Steve across the country to such wonderful places as Saratoga Race Course, Churchill Downs, Santa Anita Park, Pimlico Race Course, Belmont Park, Keeneland and Hooiser Park. During these travels, Steve has been fortunate to witness and photograph equally wonderful races such as the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes and Belmont Stakes (racing’s famed Triple Crown) as well as the Travers Stakes, Santa Anita Derby, Indiana Derby, Stephen Foster Handicap and Breeders’ Cup, among others. However, residing in the Chicago suburb of St. Charles, IL, Steve regularly frequents Arlington Park and Hawthorne Race Course where he has enjoyed capturing magnificent races like the Arlington Million and Hawthorne Gold Cup. Today, Steve’s passion for horses, racing and photography is like a fire that continues to be stoked. While either behind the lens capturing the thrill of a Grade 1 race or in the saddle loping around a field with Cowboy, Steve has learned to operate under the simple truth that the more he is able to involve the horse in his life, the happier his days become.

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CMSA News

News Provided By: Barb Ruwe

Cowboy Mounted Shooting Raw Horsepower - Hard Ridin’ - Straight Shootin’

RESULTS...RESULTS...RESULTS! I know those shooters that were unable to attend the Celebration of the National Day of the Cowboy Shoot in Miamitown, Ohio on July 26th are anxious to know WHO won the division awards.

Wind Breaker Jackets sponsored by FAGALY & SON FEED in Miamitown, OH has been one of 1st Ohio’s sponsors for several years. The jackets were division awards for this shoot.

The possie of shooters were all riding as fast as they could with determination to shoot all 40 balloon targets ending up with the fastest time for the win.

Division 1 cowgirl = Sandy Snyder, Wilmington, OH. Division 1 cowboy = Matt Campbel, Madison, IN. Division 1 Sr. Cowgirl = Diana Sage. Division 2 cowgirl = Ann Woulms, Milan, IN. Division 2 cowboy = Rodney Greene, Paris, KY. Division 2 Sr. cowboy = Todd Woulms, Milan, IN. Division 3 cowboy = Cary Barrow, Hamilton, OH. Division 3 Sr.cowgirl = Joyce Nelson, Okeana, OH. Division 3 Sr. cowboy = Bobby Ruwe, Harrison, OH. The top 10 shooter results for the National Day of the Cowboy; 1.

Senior Lady 6 (SL6) Joyce Nelson. 2. SL6 Joyce McKinney. These cowgirls were also the Overall & Reserve Overall Cowgirl Winners! 3.

Mens 3 (M3) Rodney Greene. 4. M4 Dennis Clevenger. 5. M5 Cary Barrow. 6. SM6 Bobby Ruwe. 7. SM5 Gregory Couch 8. SM6 John St.Clair. 9. SM4 Todd Williams. 10. M6 Eric Nelson. (the shooting level of the cowboys & cowgirls is described by the SL6 or M6 in from of their name) Levels go from 1 thru 6 and are gender split and open & senior splits.

Day 2 of this weekend was celebrating the Cowgirls! The results of Sunday, July 27, Cowgirls Rule; 1. SM6 John St Clair. 2. M6 Eric Nelson. 3. SL6 Joyce Nelson. 4. M3 Rodney Greene. 5. SM6 Bobby Ruwe. 6. SL6 Joyce McKinney. 7. SM3 Rick Sage. 8. M4 Dennis Clevenger. 9. M2 Devin Clevenger. 10. SM4 Todd Woulms.

Congratulations to all the Cowboys & Cowgirls winning in the Top 10...also Winning their Class Level...and Winning by Gender!

The next adventure for some shooters was to shoot at the Kentucky State Fair with the KY Cowtown Rangers CMSA club. First time shooting in the venue of the KY State Fair was a very good experience. Those that were able to take off work on Wednesday were welcomed with southern hospitality from all the staff at the fairgrounds in Louisville. We shot in the Broadbent arena with good footing for our shooters provided by the Kentucky tractor drivers.

Top 10 results; 1. Dennis Clevenger, Lexington, KY. 2. Todd Woulms, Milan, IN. 3. L3 Cherie Acker, KY. 4. SL6 Joyce McKinney, Okeana, OH. 5. L3 Alice Underwood, TN. 6.SM6 John St Clair, Okeana, OH 7. SL6 Joyce Nelson, Okeana, OH. 8. M3 Mark Traylor, KY 9. SM5 Roger Acker, KY 10. SL4 Marcy Luttrell, Windfall, IN. Overall & Cowboy Champ = Dennis Clevenger. Reserve= Todd Woulms.

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1st Ohio Cowboy Mounted Shooters

It is election time for several CMSA clubs. Our new 2015 shooting season starts the first day after the last day of the World Shoot in Amarillo, TX. The world dates are October 14 to 18, 2014. So if you are interested in running for any position in the 1st Ohio CMSA club, please let President Joyce Nelson or Secretary Diana Sage know asap.

Officers & Directors are the guides for our club. The members of 1st Ohio are the backbone and workers of our club. It takes “ALL” to produce an organized and quality shoot. 1st OHIO CMSA has a fantastic reputation for the production and quality of shoots because of its members working together.

I just know you are ready to get started shooting...so...lets get together and give it a try! You and your horse are always welcome to any shoot or clinic organized by 1st Ohio CMSA. The members will give you a chance to try the single action 45 cal. hand guns to shoot from your horse.

We supply specially loaded blanks so please, do not bring live ammo.

Spectators are FREE! Come and check us out! We are on fb at 1st Ohio! you can find out any information you need by contacting any of our members or ME...Buckskin Barbee!

GOT NEWS>>>SHOOT IT TO ME! Buckskin Barbee cmsa65@aol.com 513-479-5984

1st Ohio CMSA CALENDAR OF EVENTS: August 23 Rob Hubert Memorial Shoot, Miamitown, OH August 24 Hot Fun Shoot, Miamitown, OH Sept 3-6 Classic Equine Eastern US Championship, Murfreesboro, TN Sept 20 Poker Run, Miamitown, OH Sept 21 Duces Wild, Miamitown, OH Oct 4 Shoot for the Shriners Hospital, Miamitown, OH Oct 5 Octoberfest Zinmiamitown, OH

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TEEN CORRAL

w/Clint Van

Photos provided by the families and as noted

Teen Corral w/ Clint Van Hey..well school is into full swing by now... Summer is officially over.

Its almost time for my favorite time of year “Congress�!

This month I would like to introduce Ashton ...(we had great time in relay race at state show)

Ashton Woodard

Name: Ashton Jakob Woodard Age: 13 School: Sullivan Jr. High Parents: Travis and April Woodard Siblings: Bella Woodard, 6 yrs old Do they ride? Yes, my dad has rode is whole life, my sister has always been on a horse and my mom started competing last summer.

Who taught you to ride? My dad he put me on a pony when I was around 3 years old.

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TEEN CORRAL

w/Clint Van

Favorites Food- Steak Movie- Dumb & Dumber Truck- Dodge Cummins Trailer- Bloomer Bit- Martha Josey Million Dollar Bit Music- Country! From Waylon Jennings & Johnny Cash to Brantley Gilbert - old and new.

Your mentor? My dad, my grandma Rhoda and Ross Carnahan. My dad and grandma help me a lot with barrels and I go to papaw when I need help with poles.

Horses (names.details)? Leo’s Stormin Venture he is a 20 year old gray. He loves running poles but we also do good running barrels. My grandma got him for me after my papaw Jerry passed away to help keep me busy and keep my mind off of loosing my papaw. I think Leo is my once in a lifetime horse... he’s amazing!

Your accomplishments? I placed 5th in the Novice Youth Poles at the AQHA Congress in 2012, that was the first year I had Leo. I won the NPBA 13 & under pole bending in 2013 at the NPBA Championship.

Your goals? To get in the Top 5 at the AQHA Youth World in Pole Bending, to win the youth pole bending at Congress and to get a Top Dog spot in the Youth in IBRA Indiana.

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Hobbies other than horses? I like to hunt, fish and hang out with friends.

If you were a horse what breeding would you be and why? A SHARP LEO, they produce great barrel horses or a JET MOON because that breed has been in our family for a long time and we have had many barrels horses out of Jet Moon.

Any words of advice for fellow barrel racers? Keep pushing and NEVER give up

Hang On and Ride Hard Clint Van www.clintvanvolkenburgh.bodybyvi.com

Clint is a graduate of East Central High School. His parents are Terrie VanVolkenburgh and respectively Joe Trentman. He has grown up in the horse world, both parents have rode almost all their life...Clint's grandfather as some of you may remember was the late Terry VanVolkenburgh, who would run up and down the fences when his daughters would run barrels. Clint began barrel racing at the age of 4 with a pony, then went on to particpate in Jr. Rodeo and his favorite event was the sheep riding, hard to believe he is now a barrel racer. He has won the Ohio Youth NBHA and Indiana Youth and Open NBHA , he has also won the Congress youth barrel four times, and was runner up in the Congress Sweepstakes. He placed at Josey Jr. world numerous times, and won the NBHA Youth World 1D in 2006. He loves to barrel race and is now trying his hand at the futurities. In Clint's spare time he mows grass for a part time job and is also very active in his church where he and his cousins are bible school helpers. Clint also volunteers one day a week at a school in Cincinatti where he spends time tutoring other kids in reading.

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IJRA Rodeo News

IJRA News

Story provided by: Rachel Thomas

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And the Winner Is Congratulations to our lucky winners, Gary and Belinda Wiggington, from Bloomfield, Indiana for being the proud new owners of the 2014 Merhow Victory 2 horse bumper pull trailer. Gary and Belinda bought one lucky ticket at the Hoosier Horse Fair in April. When we called them from the IJRA State Finals on August 10th to let them know they had won, they met us at C bar C two hours later and chose the trailer over the $4,500. IJRA would like to thank everyone who supported our Indiana cowboys and cowgirls through our fund-raiser made possible by Merhow Industries and Ridge Trailers.

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would also like to thank the following sponsors who helped make our fund-raiser so successful.

IJRA would like to thank Merhow Industries out of White Pigeon, MI for their excitement and support in this season’s fund-raiser. Merhow has been in business and an important part of the horse trailer industry since 1955.

Merhow has many models and options avail-

able to meet their customer’s needs. Check out their website www.merhow.com for more information about their great line of trailers.

Ridge Trailers is located in Columbia City, Indiana and is a Merhow and Platinum dealer that also carries many quality used trailers.

Ridge Trailers also has a service center if you have warranty work or repairs that are needed on your current trailers. When looking for your next trailer, please give them a call 877432-2772 or check out their website at www.

ridgetrailers.com. Ridge Trailers also carries Iconoclast Support Boots, Diamond Wool Pads, Heel-0-Matic roping dummies and is proud to have been an IJRA sponsor for the past five years.

Whitten Law Office is located in Indiana, Illinois, and Kentucky and offer a wide variety of services to their clients such as 24 hour Truck Accident Investigation as well as Truck Accident, Freight, or Cargo Litigation. Check out their website at www.indycounsel.com or give them a call 317-362-0225 Tribute Equine Nutrition has a wide selection of horse feed to meet your needs. They offer Performance, Ration Balancers, Low Sugar and Starch, Mature Horses as well as other products and feeds. With dealers in your area, you are able to speak with a representative to find the feed that best suits your situation.

They can be found online at tributehorsefeeds. com or by email info@tributehorsefeeds.com.

Or give them a call at 888-771-1250 Hittle Construction is located in Westfield, IN and specializes in decks, fending, pergolas, gazebos, retaining walls, window wells and wood restoration. Find them on Facebook or

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IJRA News NRS World has “All Things Western” and maybe even more. Located in Decatur, TX and always available on line at www.nrsworld. com and through their catalog.

NRS carries ropes, boots, tack, hats, and much more for any age cowboy or cowgirl. Give them a call at 800-4677-6746.

Sierra Interiors offers creates custom interiors in a wide variety of horse trailers. Sierra can build a weekender package in a run around trailer or provide you with a home away from home that meets all of your wants and needs when you are on the road. Go to their website www.sierrainteriors.com to see many of the beautiful interiors they have built. You can also reach them by calling 800-727-0638.

JT International began selling horse equipment in 1973. Over the years we built our reputation by offering quality products at the best prices found anywhere. It’s been 40 years of helping riders with the challenges of comfort, safety, and being most competitive in the show ring and on the trail. Find them on the web at jtidist.com or call 317-862-6842 online at hittleconstruction.net. To reach them by phone just give them a call 317-896-9073.

terprises on Facebook and Twitter or check out their website www.royalflushent.com.

King Vet Service is an Equine Sports Medicine Clinic in Daleville, Indiana. Dr. Brad King, DVM provides a variety of services to his clients and their equine partners. King Vet Service is easy to get to and located at 9100 S County Line Rd. 800 W in Daleville. Keep your horse at it’s competitive best and give King Vet Service a call.

2High Dollar Ranch, in Greenfield, Indiana, was established to rehabilitate and condition animals to their full potential. The Ranch offers many services: equivibe (vibration plate), solarium, infrared heat therapy, chiropractic, magnetic therapy, orthotics, laminitic issues, conditioning and rehabilitation after surgery or injury, etc. Our facility includes 12 x 12 stalls, outdoor riding area (150 X 300), a therapy room that facilitates the Hydro Horse (submerged treadmill system), 2 wash areas, 2 drying areas, a vet room and a lounge. The Ranch has two on call equine vets and one canine/feline vet to assist in services, evaluations, case studies, and assessments. 2High Dollar hosts barrel races, ropings, and educational/instructional seminars. Follow 2High Dollar on Facebook or give them a call at 317363-9416

Heel-O-Matic Training Systems is the leading provider of roping practice products, including roping machines and roping dummies.

Check out their website www.heelomatic.com to see videos, product descriptions, and to find retailers in your area. You can also give them a call at 1-888-HEELING. Royal Flush Enterprises is located in Rosedale, Indiana just south of Rockville off US 41. The Royal Flush Hunting Preserve offers excellent quail, pheasant, chukar, dove, and wild turkey hunting. The preserve consists of nearly 1,500 acres of diverse farmland in Southwest Parke County, Indiana. You may choose from a variety of guided or unguided one-half day packages or a personalized day hunting experience. Follow Royal Flush En-

Judson Harness and Saddlery is located at 4889 E. 350 N, Rockville, IN. Chris Herschberger makes and carries high quality tack and can also do custom ordering. If you are needing items for yourself or for awards, please give Judson Harness and Saddlery a call 765569-0918.

Image First Graphics from Fort Wayne, Indiana donated and applied all of the logos to the Merhow Victory trailer. Image First Graphics also does full wraps, banners, and much more. Please give them a call to see what they can do for you. 260-715-0096 We would like to once again thank all of our sponsors and everyone who helped with the IJRA fundraiser this year. The Indiana cowboys and cowgirls worked hard selling tickets and we appreciate all of the support you showed them throughout this rodeo season.

The 2014-2015 season will begin on September 6th-7th at C bar C in Cloverdale, Indiana.

We hope to see all of you there. Our second rodeo will also be held at C bar C on October 18th-19th. Mark your calendars and come see this great group of kids compete. Any new families wanting to join us, please go to our website www.ijra.org for more information and contact names and numbers.

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IHSRA NEWS

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NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL RODEO FINALS 2014 What a week!! Fun filled memories we made by everyone!

Twelve rodeos and one hang on the edge of your seat short go!

Four members in each event represented Team Indiana against the best of the best in 48 states, Canada, and Australia. All of our team went out and held their own. There were some disappointments with a tipped barrel or the brush of a pole that fell, a few misses in the roping, or some rides just shy of the buzzer.

This team had nothing to hang their heads over!

When competing at this level, there are bound to be some nerves that cause a little more jitters than usual. Each contestant still had really great go rounds, including our competing Indiana Queen, Miss Juliana Wyatt. Juliana came back with 10th in modeling and 12th with her speech and impromptu question.

The seven long days were not just spent roping and riding. There were trade shows filled with vendors and booths. Many of the contestants also competed in small scholarship ropings and jackpots. Sydney Hurley and Katlyn O’Leary won second place along with $1200 in scholarships, and headstalls in an all girls Heel-O-Matic roping. Each state competed in a volleyball tournament and a knowledge bowl. Several of the Indiana competitors even found a couple cliffs to jump off into a lake. White water rafting in Utah was also a very happening trip among families at Nationals. There was never a dull moment for anyone.

Indiana is very proud of all of our High School rodeo members and how far they have all come along since junior rodeo.

Trevor Colby and his horse, Maverick, have an awesome run!

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AMAZING KIDS Representing Indiana

Top L to R: Anna Dietrich with a smoking pole run; Caleb Bope Heeling for Gary Hook; Jesse Menker goat tying; Darren Dubois in Bareback; Trey Wineinger in bull riding; Sydney Hurley in barrels.

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Stand Strong, Young Man, Stand Strong!

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irst, the statements are posted with the permission of a very brave student.

Second, every year I give my students an assignment called “What’s Up With Kids”, as a prelude to the juvenile law sections. And without question, its my favorite assignment. It allows them to identify 3 problems “WITH” (things that are wrong with kids, i.e. attitudes, laziness, etc.) kids and 3 problems “FOR” (thingsthat affect them negatively externally, ie. peer pressure, drugs, etc.) kids. It also allows them to say 3 ways that parents make it worse/better for kids. They are encouraged to “think outside the box” (I hate that phrase) and to say what they want.

This is done in a PowerPoint presentation in class in front of their peers.

Yesterday, one of my students put his presentation up on the screen and said, “Do I have to talk?” I said “if you are ok with how it might affect your presentation grade, then that’s fine.” In my head, I thought “well, that’s not going to help his grade.” (Note to self: Chris, you’re an idiot sometimes!)

As he began his presentation, it was obvious that he had experienced a lot already in 17 years.

He then put up the following two statements: • My friends told me about this party at this abandoned warehouse on Friday night. I know there’s going to be alcohol involved, and someone there is supposed to bring some marijuana. I don’t drink or do drugs, but I don’t want them to think I’m a loser.

• My dad used to hit my mom a lot, I called the police. Then my dad got back with my mom, then two nights ago, he punched her again in the ear. It’s been bleeding for days, she rang the police and he ran away.

I’m scared he might come back and hurt us, but also, every time I walk past there and stop in my house where he did it, I remember it and get scared.

If you are a parent, read those again; if you are a human being, read them again.

Read the last three words of the first one “...I’m a loser”, if he doesn’t drink and do drugs.

Now take a couple more moments and read the second one a third time.

Now, get on your knees (figuratively) and pray for the kids of this country, county, city! What they experience today is worse than us “walking two miles uphill both ways in the snow everyday to school.”

I’m privileged to have this young man (and all my students) in my classroom.

I love you all!

Stand strong, young man, stand strong!!

LivExceptionally, Chris

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Christopher L. Johnson, JD was born

exploration of his own inner world, illustrated through the world around him

Christopher L. Johnson

Christopher L. Johnson, JD was born and raised in Kokomo, Indiana. He graduated from a Baptist liberal arts college with degrees in PreLaw, Business and Theology; and from the University of San Diego School of Law. After practicing law for more than 10 years in Indiana, he resigned and became the legal advisor to the Superintendent of the state’s largest prison. He served as Professor and Program Chair of Criminal Justice and Business at the post-secondary level; and currently teaches Criminal Justice at Kokomo High School. In addition, he is a partner in and Operations Manager of a thoroughbred breeding and racing farm. He speaks to his students and to others about the importance of “taking snapshots of the moments” in life as a way of reflecting on our own lives. He can be reached at cutter0430@gmail.com, and his writings and thoughts can be found at www.downthebarnaisle.com.

Looking — A Soul’s Journey

Christopher L. Johnson, JD was born and raised in Kokomo, Indiana. He graduated from a Baptist liberal arts college with degrees in Pre-Law, Business and Theology; and from the University of San Diego School of Law. After practicing law for more than 10 years in Indiana, he resigned and became the legal advisor to the Superintendent of the state’s largest prison. He served as Professor and Program Chair of Criminal Justice and Business at “ ... an inspi r ing , the post-secondary level; and currently teaches Criminal Justice at Kokomo High School. In addition,beaut heif ul is, a partner in and Operations Manager of a thoroughbred breeding and racing farm. speaks to his students and to others and t hought He provoking about the importance of “taking snapshots of the moments” in life as a way ” $25.00 of reflecting on our own lives. He can be reached at... cutter0430@gmail.com, Dr. Rachelle Steiner, MD and his writings and thoughts—can be found at www.LivExceptionally.com

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Christopher L. Johnson has shared his heart and talent in the beautiful photographs and inspiring musings contained in this pictorial journal.

Looking - A Soul's Journey describes the path taken by the author - photographer in search of life's most precious moments. Hi quest has also led him to find God's blessings and the fulfillment of knowing the Creator of the Universe in a personal way. Enjoy browsing through this encouraging photography book, and allow its words and images to calm your soul and soothe your spirit.

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CHRISTIAN COWBOY COLLECTION

By Christa Conway

Sorry, There is No “Easy Button” If you haven’t seen the ads for a major company that include the “Easy Button,” you should still be able to figure out what the “Easy Button” could signify.

It’s the idea that we need an easy way out of predicaments and life’s hard lessons.

The problem is that there is no such button.

Sorry to burst your bubble. Life is hard.

Sometimes, as Christians who want to bring others to Jesus, we “sugarcoat” the message and (unintentionally) mislead people into thinking that if they find Jesus life will be all puppies and marshmallows. It won’t. (Sorry again...)

No where in the bible does it tell us that life will be a bed of roses once we turn our lives over to God. There are plenty of verses in scripture that give us a “heads up” on this.

2 Timothy 3:12 12Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

1 Peter 4:12-14 12Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you: 13But rejoice, inasmuch as ye are partakers of Christ’s sufferings; that, when his glory shall be revealed, ye may be glad also with exceeding joy.

There are many more. As a matter of fact, in John 16:33, Jesus himself even warns us that we will have trouble.

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

Now don’t panic, read that verse again.

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”

We will definitely have troubles in this world.

BUT, the part we need to focus on, and more importantly share with others, is that in HIM we may have PEACE....because HE has already overcome the world.

Once we establish a relationship with Jesus, he will stick closer than a brother. In Proverbs 18:24 we are reassured of this.

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Proverbs 18:24 A man that hath friends must shew himself friendly: and there is a friend that sticketh closer than a brother.

If the road gets tough, just remember we can reach out for support from the one who knows our weaknesses better than we do. Each step we take on this journey as Christians is a step towards a stronger and more perfect version of ourself. Scripture tells us that God is perfecting us.

Philippians 1:6 Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ: We are all on our own journey and no two journeys are alike. Each of us is on our own journey, designed specifically for us. The one thing our journeys have in common is that we all have our own “mountains to climb” along the way.

I try to think of it like this...Each trial is a mountain and Jesus climbs it with me, there if I need help or just for moral support. As I climb, I get stronger. Just like when we exercise, we build strength and stamina, so when we fight through daily struggles, we build strength and stamina that will allow us to climb the next mountain on our own personal journey. And yes, there will be more.

We will be “climbing” until our time here is over, but don’t be discouraged or afraid.

Isaiah 41:10 Fear thou not; for I am with thee: be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Keep putting one foot in front of the other and climb on up that mountain.

Happy Trails & God Bless!

Christa

On the Trail

By Brother Brad Curtis of Mountain Top Cowboy Church

IT’S IN THE PAST, PARD When ol` Roy showed up We were a bit confused Offered him some help But the ol` cowboy refused

But the driver didn’t see ol’ Roy Until it was too late He ran over him with the wagon So ol’ Roy wasn’t feelin` great

And when you are You’ll be sent to that shack So here’s some advice Get you a horse that is black”

He said, “boys Please don’t tell the boss A cowboys not much of a cowboy When he loses his hoss”

He was ridin` in a wagon Well … layin’ in the back His pony had run off While he was at the ol’ line shack

The driver put him in the wagon Brought him to the spread He said boys he’s tough Anyone else would be dead

Askin` if we’d seen his horse Said, “must be losin` my sight I couldn’t find him anywhere You know he’s solid white”

“So in the morin’ boys I’ll need a ride to the shack Goin` to finish the job And get my pony back”

He had to walk down the mountain Through two feet of snow Hopin` to find his pony So no one would know

Ol’ Roy then set up Said “boys, wish I’d died This is hard on me And my cowboy pride”

As ol’ Roy fought To get to his feet He fell again Landing on his seat

“You see, fellers Sometimes life looks a bit dark But as long as you’re a`breathen Keep pressin` toward the mark

Now ol’ Roy was a hand Never a bad egg Seems his luck had run out When he slipped and broke a leg

“You see, boys I’m use to doin` all braggin` But that’s hard to do Laid up in this here wagon.”

We all stood there Ol’ Roy quipped, “don’t stare” Knowin` we’d seen That had fallen on a prickly pear

He crawled for a miles Then made it to the road That’s when this wagon showed up Not carryin` much of a load

We all kind`a laughed Well.. all but ol’ Roy He then said, “just wait Someday you’ll be an old cowboy

Then he pulled himself up And began to limp away He turned back to us With one last thing to say

By: Bro. Brad Curtis Vilonia, AR - 10/29/10 Philippians 3:13-14 Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before, I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

Former rodeo cowboy Brad Curtis of Vilonia, AR pastor of Mountain Top Cowboy Church in Heber Springs, AR and author of On The Trail “Christian cowboy poems and proverbs” as well as a new book “He Holds the Reins” available at www.authorhouse.com Contact cowboypoet@windstream.net for book orders or for speaking engagements - Bro. Brad Curtis, Vilonia, AR Copyright 2009-2014. Looking for a unique gift for you favorite Cowboy or Cowgirl? Order Brother Brad’s books on Amazon.com!

One Last (& most important) thought…

Salvation is a gift and a choice......

Read past issues of our Christian Cowboy Collection and the Christian Barrel Racer’s Newsletter at the website below!

Jesus died on the cross as the final sacrifice for our sins. He was resurrected on the 3rd day and he defeated death and Satan for us. All we have to do is believe that He beat death, acknowledge it with our words and accept Him as our personal savior. That’s when the rebirth happens and we are changed! He then promises us eternal life with Him in Heaven! You can’t earn your way into Heaven; you have to accept His gift of salvation. So many people think they “aren’t good enough” to get to Heaven… But… Salvation is a GIFT from God and you don’t earn a gift. Gifts are given to you and for the gift to be yours, you have to accept it. All we have to do is accept this wonderful gift. I know I have…won’t you?

But the gift is not like the trespass. For if the many died by the trespass of the one man, how much more did God’s grace and the gift that came by the grace of the one man, Jesus Christ, overflow to the many.

Romans 5:15 For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son that whosoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 That if you confess with your mouth, “Jesus is Lord,” and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead you will be saved. For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. Romans 10: 9-10

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for the first time in the horse’s short career. “I think coming into this race, he probably needed a race last time out.”

Proud Azteca just missed the win in his previous start, a second place finish in the $85,000-added Snack Stakes. All seven of his career starts have been over the turf. Unraced at two, the Kitten’s Joy chestnut colt is owned by Brenda Tabraue and Jorge Herrera. The Indiana bred is now three for seven in 2014 with earnings in excess of $130,000. Proud Azteca is trained by Mike Maker.

The win in the AJ Foyt by Proud Azteca was the second on the card for Maker, who also had a win with Wild Swava in the afternoon’s seventh race, the $85,000-added Florence Henderson Stakes. Torres also rode that winner for Maker.

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Proud Azteca defeats older horses in AJ Foyt Stakes at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – Aug. 6, 2014 – The youngest horse in the field proved to be the toughest as Proud Azteca and rider Francisco Torres took home top honors in the 11th running of the $85,000-added AJ Foyt Stakes Wednesday, Aug. 6 at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino.

Only three-years-old, Proud Azteca was facing a field of older, more seasoned veterans in the 12-horse lineup on the turf. He was the only horse in the field with lifetime earnings less than $100,000, proving the depth of experience in the one and one-sixteenth mile race.

Breaking from post four, Proud Azteca was in the thick of the action from the start. Father Mick and rider Rodney Prescott scooted out to an early lead along the inside with immediate pressure from I’m Boundtoscore and rider Juan Saez from the outside. A host of other horses were vying for position behind the top two.

I’m Boundtoscore emerged as the leader heading down the backstretch and opened up several lengths on Father Mick, who in turn was several lengths ahead of the rest of the field. Proud Azteca was sitting comfortably in fourth on the outside of Short Round and Jeremy Rose. The field tightened up heading into the final turn and by the top of the stretch, there were several horses ready to pounce on the leaders.

“I thought he (Proud Azteca) would be further back early,” said Torres.

“He was aggressive early, and I took a hold of him, but after that, he was all professional. When I called on him he was ready to go.”

I’m Boundtoscore was not giving in and maintained his position on the front. Torres had Proud Azteca rolling and after a brief battle, easily passed up the leader en route to a victory by one and one-half lengths over I’m Boundtoscore. Ironically, Unreachable Star, the oldest horse in the field at age 10, saved ground along the inside for jockey Leandro Goncalves and finished a strong third, representing both the youngest and the oldest horses in the field in the top three.

“It’s always hard for a younger horse to step up against older horses but he (Proud Azteca) proved himself today,” said Torres, who was aboard

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Mister Pollard prevails in Governor’s Stake at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – Aug. 6, 2014 – Mister Pollard and rider Ricardo Santana Jr. were much the best in the 11th running of the $150,000-guaranteed Governor’s Stake at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino Wednesday, Aug. 6. The duo covered the one mile, 70 yard distance in a time of 1:41.64 as the second choice in the nine-horse field.

Starting from post nine could have proved to be a tough task for Mister Pollard. However, Santana, Jr. accepted the challenge and rallied out early to be within striking distance of the pace, set early by Just a Morgan and Octavio Vergara Jr. Mister Pollard sat patiently in third alongside Bourne Free and Olaf Hernandez through early fractions of :23.32 and :47.59.

Mister Pollard had obeyed his orders up until the final turn. The threeyear-old son of Pollard’s Vision began his move and by the top of the stretch, was on the lead. That lead increased as he moved down the stretch, opening up to a seven and three-quarter length win. Notionofmine and Fernando De La Cruz rallied up for second over Huntstown and Malcolm Franklin, who saved ground along the inside to finish third.

“I had the best horse today,” said Santana, Jr. “Because of the outside post, I didn’t want to be in trouble. He was easy going the whole time and he was flying in the stretch.”

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ITOBA NEWS - Indiana Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association Mister Pollard coasted to his first win of 2014 in his sixth outing.

Owned by Jim and Scott Farrar, Mike Johnson’s Falcon Racing Stable and Penny Lauer, he now has in excess of $240,000 in his career. Mister Pollard has never finished worse than third over Indiana Grand’s dirt surface in six lifetime starts for trainer Mike Lauer. His last start over the turf at Indiana Grand proved the change in surface did not agree with him.

“He (Mister Pollard) didn’t run well over the turf,” said Lauer. “In fact, I think that was probably the worst race of his life. I thought it might be tough out of the nine hole, but when I saw where he was and what horses were in front of him, I thought he was sitting perfect. I thought at the half-mile he would win it. He was running smoothly and at that point, it was his race to lose.”

Lauer has been associated with Mister Pollard his entire life. Lauer and his wife, Penny, raised the foal from their mare, Sweet Summer, at their farm located between Louisville, Ky. and Lexington, Ky. They have teamed up for many stakes winners in the state of Indiana over the years, including Dreamin Big, who is the richest Indiana bred female of all-time with nearly $550,000 in earnings.

“He (Mister Pollard) is a very calm, very classy little horse,” said Lauer.

“He stood in the paddock like a police pony. He’s really a neat horse to be around.”

Mister Pollard paid $6.60, $3.80 and $2.80 across the board. All four of his career wins have now been recorded at Indiana Grand.

Congratulations to the Following Stakes Winners!

First Lady Stakes Mary n’Eileen Jockey: Paco Lopez

Governor’s Stakes Mister Pollard Jockey: Ricardo Santana, Jr.

Florence Henderson Stakes Wild Swava Jockey: Francisco Torres

AJ Foyt Stakes Proud Azteca Jockey: Francisco Torres

REMAINING 2014 INDIANA BRED STAKES SCHEDULE 2014 Indiana Bred Stakes Schedule

Date October 1, 2014 October 1, 2014 October 1, 2014 October 1, 2014 November 1, 2014 November 1, 2014

Date June 4, 2014 June 4, 2014 July 9, 2014 July 9, 2014 August 6, 2014 August 6, 2014 October 4, 2014 October 4, 2014

Date June 25, 2014 June 25, 2014 Aug. 6, 2014 Aug. 6, 2014 Sep. 10, 2014 Sep. 10, 2014 Oct. 4, 2014 Oct. 4, 2014 Nov. 1, 2014 Nov. 1, 2014

Date

2 Year Olds Race The Indiana Stallion Stakes (*S) The Crown Ambassador (*S) The Hillsdale Stakes The City Of Anderson The Indiana Futurity The Miss Indiana Stales

Distance 6 Furlongs 6 Furlongs 6 Furlongs 6 Furlongs 1 mile 70 yds.

1 mile 70 yds.

Purse $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added

Sex F

Race

Distance

Purse

Age

Sex

Aug 27

ITOBA Stallion Season Stake - Colts

1 Mile

$75,000 added

3 year olds

C/G

Aug 27

ITOBA Stallion Season Stake – Fillies

1 Mile

$75,000 added

3 year olds

F/M F

3 Year Olds Race The Swifty Sired Stakes (*S) The Sagamore Sired Stakes (*S) The Ellen's Lucky Star Stakes The Snack Stakes The Indiana First Lady Stakes The Governor's Stakes Hoosier Breeders Sophomore Stakes Hoosier Breeders Sophomore Stakes

Distance 6 Furlongs 6 Furlongs 1 Mile (T) 1 Mile (T) 1 Mile 70 Yds. 1 Mile 70 Yds. 1 1/16 Mile 1 1/16 Mile

Purse $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $150,000 guaranteed $150,000 guaranteed $85,000 added $85,000 added

F F

Sex F

Sept 10

The Merrillville Stakes

6 Furlongs

$85,000 added

3 and up

Sept 10

The Brickyard Stakes

6 Furlongs

$85,000 added

3 and up

F F

F

Oct 1

The Indiana Stallion Stakes (*S)

6 Furlongs

$85,000 added

2 year olds

Oct 1

The Crown Ambassador (*S)

6 Furlongs

$85,000 added

2 year olds

Oct 1

F/M

6 Furlongs

$85,000 added

2 year olds

3 Year Olds & Up Race Distance The Shelby County Stakes (*S) 6 Furlongs The William Henry Harrison Stakes (*S) 6 Furlongs 1 1/16 Mile (T) The Florence Henderson Stakes 1 1/16 Mile (T) The A.J. Foyt Stakes The Merrillville Stakes 6 Furlongs The Brickyard Stakes 6 Furlongs The Richmond Stakes (*S) 1 1/16 Mile The Gus Grissom Stakes (*S) 1 1/16 Mile The Frances Slocum Stakes 1 1/16 Mile The Too Much Coffee Stakes 1 1/16 Mile

Purse $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $85,000 added $150,000 guaranteed $150,000 guaranteed

Sex F/M F/M

The Hillsdale Stakes F/M F/M

F

Oct 1

The City Of Anderson

6 Furlongs

$85,000 added

2 year olds

F

Oct 4

The Richmond Stakes (*S)

1 1/16 Mile

$85,000 added

3 and up

F/M

Oct 4

The Gus Grissom Stakes

1 1/16 Mile

$85,000 added

3 and up

Oct 4

Hoosier Breeders Sophomore Stakes

1 1/16 Mile

$85,000 added

3 year olds

Oct 4

Hoosier Breeders Sophomore Stakes

1 1/16 Mile

$85,000 added

3 year olds

F

Nov 1

The Frances Slocum Stakes

1 1/16 Mile

$150,000 Guaranteed

3 and up

F/M

Nov 1

The Too Much Coffee Stakes

1 1/16 Mile

$150,000 Guaranteed

3 and up

Nov 1

The Indiana Futurity

1 mile 70 yds.

$85,000 added

2 year olds

Nov 1

The Miss Indiana Stales

1 mile 70 yds.

$85,000 added

2 year olds

(*S) denotes this is for Sired Horses. (T) denotes this is a Turf Race. F denotes for fillies only. F/M denotes for Fillies and Mares.

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Nominations strong for first running of ITOBA stakes at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino

SHELBYVILLE, Ind.; – Aug. 16, 2014 – Nominations were strong for the first running of the Paul Tinkle ITOBA Stallion Season Colts and Geldings Stakes as well as the ITOBA Stallion Season Fillies Stakes.

Nominations closed Wednesday, Aug. 13 with 34 in the colts and geldings division while the list for the fillies included 17 nominations.

Heading the list of nominations for the colts and geldings stakes is Union Express, winner of the $85,000-added Sagamore Sired Stakes earlier this year at Indiana Grand. The chestnut son of Unbridled Express has two wins and two seconds in eight starts this year and will move back to the dirt surface after an ineffective start over the turf course in the Snack Stakes.

Joining Union Express on the list of nominations includes Walden Forest, who is undefeated in two starts. The Forest Danger gelding is trained by Brian Waltz and a start in the Paul Tinkle ITOBA Stallion Season stakes would be his first among stakes company.

In the filly division of the ITOBA Stallion Season Fillies, Lena Love has already recorded three wins this season for trainer Bob Gorham.

The City Weekend filly is currently on a two race win streak after defeating competition in her last two outings at Thistledown. The ITOBA Stallion Season Fillies would be her first stakes start.

Another filly on the nomination list is Deliver from the Tommy Short Stable. The Article of Faith filly has five starts and one win this year with nearly $100,000 in career earnings. Deliver won two starts ago at Mountaineer Park.

The stakes races are for three year old registered Indiana bred progeny of donated stallions that sold at the ITOBA Live Auction or were deemed as Reserve Not Attained (RNA) Internet Auction. The payment schedule began in October of 2011 and continued through the final nomination deadline this past week. The race will be limited to 10 starters. If more than 10 are entered for the Wednesday, Aug. 27 event, then horses will be given preference on highest lifetime earnings.

Live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing continues through Saturday, Nov. 1 offering racing Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 2:05 p.m. with Friday and Saturday action beginning at 5:05 p.m. For more information, visit the Website at indianagrand.com.

About Indiana Grand Racing & Casino: Indiana Grand Racing & Casino holds multiple awards from industry publications for customer service, entertainment, gaming and dining. Located in Shelbyville, Ind., Indiana Grand features 2,000 of the latest slots and electronic table games in addition to a one-mile oval race course offering live Thoroughbred and Quarter Horse racing each year. Simulcast wagering is also offered year-round at Indiana Grand Racing & Casino as well as an off-track betting facility located in Clarksville, Ind. For more information, please visit www.IndianaGrand.com.

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Circus or Rehab Facility Circus seemed to be the right name for this place last month. This month it feels more like a rehab facility for dogs.

A few days ago Duke somehow managed to get himself in a mess. He’s not talking about it and the people don’t know what happened to him, but needless to say he was pretty torn up.

His whole right flank (you horse people should know that term) was ripped open by something.

Like I said, he’s not talking about it. Maybe he’s embarrassed or maybe he doesn’t remember. Needless to say, he had to make an emergency trip to see the vet.

He even spent the night.

When he returned home the next day, he was all sewn up like Maybelline’s bear (she loves her bear.) He was also pretty swollen and sore and wearing a cone like I’ve seen the other dogs wear. I feel sorry for the poor guy - he is in pain and he looks ridiculous. If the cone wasn’t enough, then the people decided that he

needed a belly wrap too. And he has to stay inside until they take out the tubes and stitches. Wonderful.

While he was gone, I realized just how good of friends he and that rooster have become.

The rooster slept outside the kitchen window (instead of in the barn) waiting for Duke to return. I should’ve noticed that they hang out all the time. The rooster does think he is a dog, maybe Duke thinks so too.

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