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    Americasnexttopgun Becomes NRHA Million Dollar Sire

    Americasnexttopgun has spent his career living up to his name. First, the stallion known as “Maverick” established himself as one of reining’s elite competitors, earning more than $425,000 in the show pen. Now, the next generation has added another milestone to his résumé: Americasnexttopgun is officially an NRHA Million Dollar Sire. The 2016 stallion, by […]

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    Tricked Out Spook Joins NRHA Million Dollar Sire Ranks

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) welcomes Tricked Out Spook to an elite group of breeding stallions as its newest Million Dollar Sire. The 2010 stallion, by Spooks Gotta Gun and out of Rowdy Brinna, has built a legacy through offspring succeeding across nearly every level of NRHA competition. From major-event Open finalists to Non […]

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    Great Plains Land Company is the newest National Reining Horse Association Corporate Partner

    Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) welcomes Great Plains Land Company to its roster of corporate partners, joining a group of businesses that support the sport of reining and its members worldwide. “Partnering with the NRHA is a tremendous opportunity to bring together two things I’m deeply passionate about: the reining industry […]

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    USDA Confirms No Change to Federal Classification of Horses

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has clarified recent messaging that prompted questions across the equine industry regarding the federal treatment of horses. A USDA announcement issued September 21 addressing animal welfare included references to horses and the Horse Protection Act alongside language concerning companion animals. The wording raised concerns among equine organizations and stakeholders […]

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    In Memory of Bryan Hancock

    The Reining Horse Foundation and NRHA mourn the passing of Bryan Hancock, 72, of Rocky Mount, North Carolina on August 30, 2026. Bryan was an accomplished equestrian during her childhood and early adult years where she met and married her husband, Mike, who is the current president of the NRHA. Their love of horses only […]

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    Mezcalera Amazonas RA Joins the National Reining Horse Association as a Corporate Partner

    Mezcalera Amazonas RA, producer of small-batch, artisanal mezcal, has entered into a Corporate Partnership with the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA), the world’s leading membership organization for the sport of reining. As part of the partnership, Mezcalera Amazonas RA will showcase its flagship mezcals, Metallic Style and Ruftify Leono, at the 60th Anniversary Foals R […]

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