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    2023 NRHA World Champions Are Announced

    After a rigorous season of competition spanning the globe, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) concluded 2023 by honoring the horses, riders, and owners who earned one of 16 NRHA World Championships. “These riders demonstrated unwavering commitment to their equine athletes, the sport, and its rich traditions,” said NRHA Commissioner Billy Smith. A ceremony to […]

    Posted on January 5, 2024 - 4:20 pm by
    The 2024 American Performance Horseman Athletes Announced

    Five of the National Reining Horse Association’s most accomplished professionals will compete for $1 million in prize money at The American Performance Horseman (TAPH) presented by Teton Ridge. The top five riders who qualified to represent the reining community are NRHA $8 Million Rider Andrea Fappani, NRHA $2 Million Rider Brian Bell, NRHA $4 Million […]

    Posted on January 3, 2024 - 4:39 pm by
    Wimpys Little Step Jumps to $13 Million

    The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is thrilled to announce a historic milestone in the world of reining, as the legendary stallion Wimpys Little Step becomes the second stallion to reach $13 million in offspring earnings. This remarkable achievement underscores Wimpys Little Step’s enduring legacy as a preeminent sire in the reining industry and further […]

    Posted on December 15, 2023 - 7:03 pm by
    Behind the Slide – Cooper Smith 

    Many of the names known in the sport of reining have made their home in the industry for decades. A newer name that is making its mark is that of Cooper Smith.  “My dad has always had halter horses,” said Smith. “So we’ve always been in the horse business, and growing up, I was always […]

    Posted on December 2, 2023 - 4:01 pm by
    Behind the Slide – Naming Winners with Steve Ross

    We’re not just raising winners, we’re naming winners.  When running at any major National Reining Horse Association event, a horse that makes the finals is bound to have their name announced a few dozen times. At events such as the NRHA Futurity and Adequan® North American Affiliate Championships or the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by […]

    Posted on December 2, 2023 - 11:30 am by