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    Behind the Slide – Ricardo and Kim Rivero

    Hit Television Series The Last Cowboy Attracts New Reining Fans The Last Cowboy series debuted on the Paramount Network to a worldwide audience in July of 2019 carrying the reining discipline to new heights. Viewers far and wide were introduced to reining for the first time, and some, who were just peripherally aware of the […]

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    NRHA Official Commentators to Call the Action for the All American Quarter Horse Congress Reining Futurity Open Finals

    Get ready to watch the live internet feed of the All American Quarter Horse Congress Reining Futurity Open Finals on October 2. The free webcast will feature the National Reining Horse Association’s premier team of Steve Ross and Rocky Dare, who will call the action and provide insights drawn from their long tenure within the […]

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    NRHA Announces 2021 Hall of Fame Inductees & Dale Wilkinson Lifetime Achievement Recipient

    The National Reining Horse Association has a history steeped with great and dedicated horsemen and women. In 1986, the NRHA created its Hall of Fame to recognize these individuals, their achievements, and their contributions to the industry. Following the August presentation of the NRHA’s Hall of Fame Committee’s recommended nominees, the Board of Directors and […]

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    FAQ Created for Non Pro Rule Allowances for Sponsorship

    The National Reining Horse Association Board of Directors reviewed and unanimously approved two of the proposed rule changes presented by the Non Pro Committee during their August meeting. The proposals addressed issues related to working student allowances for Youth as well as sponsorship endorsements for Non Pros and Youth Non Pros. An FAQ has been […]

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    Our Condolences—Peter Phinny

    NRHA is saddened to learn of the passing of Peter Phinny on August 13, 2021. We send condolences to his family and friends. With a love of horses sparked in childhood, nothing pleased Peter more than to be with his own, especially Mr Melody Jac, Brennas Kid and Bootlegger—three of several reining horses that inspired […]

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    Corinna Schumacher Becomes NRHA Million Dollar Owner

    Corinna Schumacher, of Givrins, Switzerland, has parlayed the performance of exceptional horses based at her CS and XCS Ranches into National Reining Horse Association Million Dollar Owner status, one of only 16 owners to reach that milestone. With earnings at $1.2 Million and counting, the ranches have become known for quality in horses and in […]

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    Recent NRHA Rule Changes Create Opportunities for Non Pros and Youth

    On August 22, 2021, the National Reining Horse Association Board of Directors reviewed and unanimously approved two of the proposed rule changes presented by the Non Pro Committee. The proposals addressed issues related to working student allowances for Youth as well as sponsorship endorsements for Non Pros. According to Non Pro Committee Chair Ginger Schmersal, […]

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    Additional Showdowns at Adequan® North American Affiliate Championships

    Exciting opportunities are available at the 2021 National Reining Horse Association Adequan® North American Affiliate Championships but are only available to exhibitors who first qualify through an Affiliate Regional Championship. Exhibitors competing in select divisions at the Adequan® NAAC can earn the chance to perform center stage in the Jim Norick Coliseum thanks to an […]

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