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Coverage
Team USA Reiners Named
American Quarter Horses and their riders are selected to represent the United States in reining at the 2018 World Equestrian Games.
Victories and Vino at SLOCQHA Mothers Day Circuit
The 51-year-old San Luis Obispo County Quarter Horse Association still holds one of the biggest Quarter Horse shows in California.
A Reining Tie During WEG Qualifier
Jordan Larson and Dan Huss tie for first during the FEI 3* reining on ARC Gunnabeabigstar and Ms Dreamy.
Qualifying for WEG
Dan Huss and Ms Dreamy take the high score on the first day of reining qualifications at the Carolina Classic.
A Mare on Fire
Alfred University's Good Heavens Im Hot is the 2018 Intercollegiate Horse Show Association's Horse of the Year from the national finals.
Unexpected Triumphs
The University of Findlay claims the AQHA western team title at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association National Finals.
Top Exhibitors Recognized
Amateur and youth exhibitors earn awards for their achievements at the 2018 Nutrena East AQHA Level 1 Championships.
Family Horse
Wayne Diamond borrows his wife's horse to earn the amateur halter Champion of Champions title at the 2018 Nutrena East AQHA Level 1 Championships.
A Year of Firsts
Good friends settle open reining championship in ride-off at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association National Finals.
Halter Dreams Come True
Level 1 youth exhibitor Lauren Bedwell captures the Champion of Champions title with Cool And A Half.
Over the Fences With Love
Amateur exhibitor Jordan Gross finds success in AQHA competition with the 'best horse ever.'
News
Open Barrel Race at Ford Youth World
Enter the open 5D barrel race during the Built Ford Tough AQHYA World Championship Show.
Show Rule Changes
View the recently approved recommendations from the AQHA Show Committee, which were approved by the AQHA Executive Committee.
Sun Circuit 2019 to Add Championship Tournament
The Arizona Quarter Horse Association introduces a bi-annual poll to rank top 64 competitors in showmanship, horsemanship and hunt seat equitation.
Updated Schedule for Zoetis VRH World
Based on the increase in the number of exhibitors, AQHA has updated the schedule for the Zoetis AQHA Versatility Ranch Horse World Championships, Zoetis AQHA Ranching Heritage Challenge Finals, AQHA Level 1 Cattle Championships and National Ranch and Stock Horse Alliance National Championship Show.
Reining Team Competition Returns to 2018 Ford Youth World
Reining exhibitors will get a taste of a Fédération Equestre Internationale-style competition August 8 during the Level 3 reining prelims at the 2018 Ford Youth World.
Celebrating Increased Participation in AQHA Level 1 Championships
AQHA Executive Vice President Craig Huffhines celebrates exhibitor victories and a record-breaking year for the Level 1 Championships.
Redbud Spectacular's Show Management Addresses EHV-1 Concerns
The Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association and State Fair Park enact strict biosecurity practices after a horse from the BBR World Finals tests positive for equine herpes virus.
Register for the 2018 AQHA Show Management Webinar
Join AQHA online May 30-31 for a show management webinar.
10 Reasons to Qualify for the Lucas Oil World
Qualify by July 31 for this pinnacle event for open and amateur competitors and their American Quarter Horses.
Blogs
Meet 'Sunny,' Triple Crown Contender Justify's Pony Horse
As Justify (TB) prepares for the Belmont Stakes, his constant companion is a palomino American Quarter Horse by the name of Wimpys High Roller.
10 Reasons to Visit the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame & Museum
Make sure our beautiful Museum in Amarillo is on your must-see list as you plan your next vacation.
Level Headed
Journal columnist Pam Britton-Baer writes about how it feels to win a trophy at the AQHA Level 1 Championships.
Seven Reasons to Compete with Your American Quarter Horse
You and your American Quarter Horse are bursting with potential. Make 2018 the year you put that talent to the test!
10 Reasons to Join AQHYA
A few great reasons to be a youth member in the largest equine breed organization in the world.
Sweet First-Time Success
Kyndall Jensen gets a big trophy in her first out at an AQHA championship show.
Walk-Trot Classes Debut at AQHA Level 1 Championships
These exhibitors have two different reasons for competing in AQHA walk-trot classes.
Alliances
NRCHA Derby to Remain in Paso Robles
The National Reined Cow Horse Association signs on for a three-year partnership with the Paso Robles Event Center in California.
New Opportunities for NRHA Futurity and Derby Dates
The National Reining Horse Association expands the dates of its 2019 major events.
Modern Gun Shoots His Way to NRBC Win
Duane Latimer and Modern Gun capture the Level 4 open championship at the 2018 National Reining Breeders Classic.
Wimpys Little Step Becomes NRHA’s Newest $10 Million Sire
The National Reining Horse Association hall of famer adds another accomplishment to his already impressive résumé.
Spooks Gotta Whiz Hits the NRHA Million Dollar Mark
After spectacular runs at the 2018 National Reining Breeders Classic, Spooks Gotta Whiz's offspring unofficially launch him into National Reining Horse Association history.
Magnum Chic Dream Earns Another Million
Offspring success at the 2018 National Reining Breeders Classic boosts Magnum Chic Dream to $5 million in NRHA sire earnings.
Full Circle
A former AQHYA world champion enjoys a successful collegiate career and is now contributing to the sport from the coach’s chair.
ProRodeo Hall of Fame 2018 Induction Class
Barrel racing American Quarter Horse French Flash Hawk is among the notables to be inducted August 4.