Monthly Archives: January 2026

The National Reining Horse Association is proud to announce Rick Christen of Whitehouse, Ohio, as its newest NRHA Million Dollar Owner, marking a significant milestone in a career defined by long-term involvement, competitive success, and thoughtful ownership at the highest levels of the sport. Alongside his wife, Brenda, Christen is co-owner of Story Book Stables, […]

The National Reining Horse Association has officially entered a new era, and at its forefront stands Andrea Fappani. With the conclusion of the 2025 NRHA Futurity Open Finals, Fappani became the first and only NRHA rider to surpass $10 million in NRHA Lifetime Earnings, further solidifying his position as the most prolific professional in the […]

Two influential stallions have reached an elite benchmark in the reining industry, as Inferno Sixty Six and Colonels Shining Gun each surpass $5 million in NRHA progeny earnings. Their achievements reflect not only the strength of proven bloodlines, but also the critical role of the NRHA Futurity®, the sport’s most prestigious and lucrative event, in […]