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    Behind the Slide – Emily Winegar Mabey

    Emily Winegar-Mabey and her family traveled to Las Vegas in 2019 for the inaugural Run for a Million. The excitement of the high-stakes event was a poignant reminder to the non pro of the love she had for reining competition. Emily and her parents, Wallis and Jane Winegar, own Green Valley Ranch, which was once […]

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    Behind the Slide – Terry and Terri Leffew

    What does it feel like to have a horse you raised win the Non Pro Level 4 Championship at the 6666 National Reining Horse Association Derby presented by Markel? If you ask Terri and Terry Leffew, the answer is simply “phenomenal.” The Leffews, of Clarks Hill, Indiana, bred and raised Lane Colston’s Lil Ruf Whizkey. […]

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    ZZ Top’s Dusty Hill and a Reining Horse Named Codie

    Known for their heart pounding music, beards, hats, and sunglasses, ZZ Top is a legendary rock band that was formed in Houston, Texas, more than 50 years ago. On July 28, 2021, the unexpected passing of the band’s bass player, Dusty Hill, shook fans around the globe. Hill was a true rock and roll icon, […]

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    Teton Ridge Announces its First Team of Professional Riders

    Andrea Fappani, Corey Cushing and Todd Bergen introduced as inaugural members of TEAM:TR (AUGUST 2, 2021) TETONIA, IDAHO – Teton Ridge, a newly-formed brand created to preserve, promote, and protect America’s western way of life announced today that three elite professional riders will be joining TEAM:TR, the equine competition component of the brand. Together, Andrea […]

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    Remembering Renowned Jockey & NRHA World Champ John Rotz

    John Rotz passed away on July 12, 2021, at the Rotz Farm in Warrensburg, Illinois. A member of the National Museum of Racing Hall of Fame, Rotz lived a storied life. Renowned for his humble demeanor and talent with a horse, Rotz, known by his nickname “Gentleman John,” had an extraordinary career as a jockey. […]

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    Behind the Slide – Casper Kuusisto Dohn

    It began with a joke among family. Although his wife had ridden dressage, 2021 European Affiliate Championships Show Manager Casper Kuusisto Dohn had never swung a leg over a horse. That changed in 2017 when Casper’s cousin, professional trainer Natasha Moeller, asked what he wanted for his birthday. “You can give me a riding lesson,” […]

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    Behind the Slide – Ole Vorm

    During the European Affiliate Championships, you can feel the buzz of excitement as they wait to compete and see the Champions crowned. You can also find another type of buzz as people gather around a chalkboard throughout the day eager to see the next menu item displayed. Ole Vorm and his team create magic in […]

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