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    Competition Wraps Up at NRHA Derby Presented by Markel

    A long day of competition at the 2020 National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Derby presented by Markel wrapped up Sunday afternoon. It was the largest Derby in the event’s history, with 3,301 entries – up from 2,750 in 2019. Complete results can be found at NRHADerby.com. Colt Mitchell Wins Short Stirrup [2] on Playgun Chic […]

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    Behind the Slide – Tami Wilson, Colorado

    If you’re walking around a horse show and see Tami Wilson with what appears to be a rope bag, don’t be fooled. That’s a pouch, holding something far more interesting than a rope.  “Camden (Tami’s son) went with my brother-in-law to pick up a camel and he came home and told me we needed to […]

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    Oded Fein, Israel – MS Diamonds TX

    If a global pandemic didn’t stop Oded Fein from making an appearance at the 2020 NRHA Derby presented by Markel, then the 24-hour plane ride was just a small hurdle. This NRHA Corporate Partner found his way from Israel to Oklahoma City by way of New York City and then Dallas.  “Like the rest of […]

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    Behind the Slide – Joy Deary, Texas

    If you walk into the Super Barn, you might be greeted by firecracker Joy Deary. She’s the daughter of NRHA Million Dollar Rider Casey Deary, and after watching her ride, it’s clear horsemanship is genetic.  This 8-year-old is fearless on a horse, both in the saddle and out. She’s been known to ride and slide […]

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    Behind the Slide – Laura Norman, California

    The last time Laura Norman was in the Jim Norick Arena she was sailing over fences at the 1983 AQHA World Show. She finished fifth in the world that year.  She’s back in Oklahoma City for the first since that ride, but now she’s the self-proclaimed “ribbon girl” for the 2020 NRHA Derby presented by […]

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    Behind the Slide – Frank Costantini, Markel [Part 2]

    Part 2 Holding an insurance license became a big asset for Frank Costantini when NRHA needed him to bridge the gap with Markel, which is now an NRHA Corporate Partner. But Markel is more than just the presenting sponsor of the 2020 NRHA Derby; their vested interest in reining runs deep. “People think we’re providing […]

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