Author Archives: Haley Carmen

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) proudly welcomes Mirko Midili to the elite ranks of the association’s Million Dollar Riders after surpassing $1 million in NRHA lifetime earnings during the 2026 6666 NRHA Derby® presented by Markel. The Italian native, who now resides in Norman, Oklahoma, reached the milestone through standout performances at the Derby […]

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) proudly recognizes Platinum Vintage as the association’s newest Million Dollar Sire after his offspring surpassed $1 million in NRHA lifetime earnings during the 2026 6666 NRHA Derby® presented by Markel. The 2010 stallion, owned by Silver Spurs Equine and bred and nominated by Petra Zeitler, reached the milestone as […]

By Sarah Prather and Blanche Shafer Each year, the National Reining Horse Association recognizes five standout professionals whose contributions elevate both the sport and its community. Nominated and selected by their peers, these individuals represent the highest standard within an organization that spans more than 15,000 members worldwide. To be named among them is one […]

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) proudly announces that Brandon Brant has officially surpassed $1 million in NRHA lifetime earnings, earning his place among the association’s elite ranks as NRHA’s newest Million Dollar Rider. Brant crossed the historic threshold at the 2026 Buckeye Reining Classic, where he topped both the Level 4 and Level 3 […]

During the 2026 6666 NRHA Derby® presented by Markel, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) recognized Magnum Chic Dream as the recipient of the 2025 Peter Phinny Memorial Leading Futurity Sire Award. The award was accepted on behalf of the stallion by owner, Viola Scott. Established in 2021, the Peter Phinny Memorial Leading Futurity Sire […]

The Reining Horse Foundation and NRHA mourn the passing of Tim Bartlett, DVM, 70, of Vincennes, Indiana, on June 23, 2026. He lived a remarkable life enriched by his dedication to family, his profession, and the world of equine sports. Tim had a distinguished career as an equine veterinarian, dedicating three decades to the care, […]

The National Reining Horse Association proudly recognizes A Vintage Smoke as NRHA’s newest Million Dollar Sire, marking an exciting new chapter in the legacy of one of reining’s most accomplished stallions. Owned by Diane Mesmer and bred and nominated by Karl Hapcic, the stallion is by A Sparkling Vintage and out of Lady Smoke Peppy. […]