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    PS Mega Shine Chic Achieves NRHA Million Dollar Sire Status

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) announces PS Mega Shine Chic, fondly known as “Crush,” as its newest Million Dollar Sire. This significant milestone comes after standout performances by his offspring at the 2024 NRHA Futurity, solidifying the 2013 stallion’s place among reining’s elite sires. Bred and nominated by Patsy Shelton Schutz and owned by […]

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    NRHA to Unveil New Branding Campaign

    During his address at the Annual General Membership meeting held in conjunction with the Leadership Gathering, NRHA Commissioner Billy Smith is set to reveal a sneak preview of the association’s new branding campaign, “This Right Here is Reining.” Last year, NRHA partnered with the Cornett Agency, an award-winning advertising agency whose portfolio includes clients such as […]

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    In Memory of Randy Davis

    The Reining Horse Foundation and NRHA mourn the passing of Randy Davis of Harrisburg, Illinois, on December 10, 2024. Randy always had a special love for horses, the horse industry, and all the people in it. He spent most of his life deeply involved with teaching; and the showing, breeding, and sale of horses. For the […]

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    Gunners Tinseltown Makes a Million

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) announces Gunners Tinseltown as an NRHA Million Dollar Sire. The milestone solidifies the stallion’s impact on the sport as a competitor and sire. Gunners Tinseltown, a 2009 stallion bred, owned, and nominated by David Silva Sr., boasts an elite pedigree (Gunner x Miss Tinseltown), with both parents being NRHA […]

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    Attend Horse and Farm Insurance Insights: Keeping It Simple with Markel, NRHA Corporate Partner

    Markel Info Session at NRHA Leadership Gathering Join National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Title Corporate Partner Markel at the 2025 NRHA Leadership Gathering for an interactive Q&A session designed to simplify your horse and farm/ranch insurance needs. This event will take place on Sunday, February 2nd, at 5:15 PM at the Downtown Oklahoma City Omni […]

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    U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. to Assist Members with Opportunities Abroad

    U.S. Livestock Genetics Export, Inc. (USLGE) is a nonprofit, nationwide trade association that brings together a broad base of U.S. livestock organizations that represent the international marketing interests of breeding industries, including horses. Their members also include the embryo and semen industries, livestock export sector, and State Departments of Agriculture. USLGE helps match international producers with […]

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    Cortesi Climbs to a Million

    Manuel Cortesi, a National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Professional from Forlimpopoli, Italy, has officially earned a spot in the prestigious NRHA Million Dollar Rider club. This remarkable milestone underscores his dedication to the sport of reining and his extraordinary success in the arena. Cortesi’s journey with NRHA began in 2003 when he joined as a […]

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    Dave Dellin and Stephanie Lynn to Lead Discussion at 2025 NRHA Leadership Gathering

    Dave Dellin, Chief Executive Officer of the American Paint Horse Association, and Stephanie Lynn, Chief Executive Officer of the National Snaffle Bit Association, will join forces next month at the 2025 NRHA Leadership Gathering. The two association leaders will form a panel discussion on “Getting the Most Out of Your Association Membership,” with key insights […]

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    Keller Climbs to $1 Million in NRHA Rider Earnings

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) announces Jessicah Keller of Sumner, Texas, as an NRHA Million Dollar Rider. Keller reached this milestone at the Heart of Dixie Reining Horse Association (HDRHA) Wicked Slide in McDonald, Tennessee. A dedicated reining competitor, Keller became an NRHA member in 1998 and began her career in Youth competition, excelling […]

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