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    Behind The Slide – Julia Ruud 

    Julia Ruud may have decades of horse experience, but her first trip to the National Reining Horse Association Futurity and Adequan® North American Affiliate Championships (NAAC) came after a discipline shift and a great equine partner. Rudd began playing polo during college and continued in the sport after graduation. She had 12 years of experience […]

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    Our Condolences – Kelle Smith

    While in Oklahoma City for the NRHA Futurity, one of the Association’s most accomplished riders, Kelle Smith, passed away. Kelle was fierce in everything she did, and that tenacity helped her win countless titles, including two NRHA Futurity Non Pro Championships. On Sunday, she competed on her horse, See Ya Seven, and advanced to yet […]

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    Our Condolences – Richie Greenberg

    On Nov. 19, a pillar in the history of the National Reining Horse Association passed away. Richie Greenberg, 86, passed away peacefully in Scottsdale, Arizona. Greenberg first became involved with reining in the 1970s, in the early years of the association, and boasted membership number 59. His accomplishments as a non pro were impressive, but […]

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    Davis & Pole Win NRHA Adequan® NAAC Titles

    Competition in the Adequan® Arena of the State Fair Park in Oklahoma City continued Saturday with the Rookie Professional and Limited Open classes of the Adequan® North American Affiliate Championships. NAAC Limited Open Champion – Sparkys Shining Doll & Tyrel Pole Sparkys Shining Doll and Tyrel Pole have been riding a wave at the Adequan® […]

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