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    Behind the Slide – Mike Seay

    Mike Seay, Texas Some might know Mike from his days in the show pen, others are most familiar with his messages of hope come Sunday morning. This west Texas pastor is the owner of Turn Around Ministry and has been setting up a booth at the NRHA Derby presented by Markel for ten years now. […]

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    The Run for a Million Canceled for 2020

    From the producers of The Run for a Million: The goal of THE LAST COWBOY and RUN FOR A MILLION is to celebrate and grow the sport of reining. The inaugural RUN FOR A MILLION generated an excitement that spread beyond the world of reining to all western performance horse disciplines — it could be […]

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    NRHA Suspends 2020 World Title Race

    For Immediate Release – June 8, 2020 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – In a unanimous decision, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Board of Directors has suspended the 2020 NRHA World Title race. Historically, NRHA World Titles, awarded in open, non pro, and youth divisions, are coveted recognition for horses and riders. The international race […]

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    2020 Derby News

    6.21.20 – Competition Wraps Up at NRHA Derby Presented by Markel 6.20.20 – Jason Vanlandingham and A Vintage Smoke Win Level 4 Open Championship at 2020 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel 6.20.20 – Adequan® Arena Competition Continues at NRHA Derby Presented by Markel 6.19.20 – Indy Roper Wins Level 4 Non Pro Championship on Spooks […]

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    Entries Soar for the 2020 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel

    National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) members may have had to stay home for the past few months due to COVID-19, but as the draw nears for the NRHA Derby presented by Markel, it’s clear they’re ready to rein. March through May brought a drought to the reining industry, with almost all events canceled or postponed. […]

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    Our Condolences: Becky Hanson

    Wife, mother, daughter, sister, coach, trainer, friend, fighter: these all describe Becky Hanson who passed away on May 25, 2020, after a seven-year battle with glioblastoma multiforme. Along with the entire reining community, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) mourns the loss of this NRHA Professional who leaves behind a legacy of philanthropy and tenacity, […]

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    Entries Strong for First Major Event of the Year

    For Immediate Release – May 22, 2020 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – Following the initial deadline for entries, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Derby Presented by Markel reports entries are on track for a strong event. The preliminary numbers for 2020 are already at 96% of the 2019 Derby. This count does not include […]

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    Reining Horse Foundation Show-entry Campaign Underway for 2020

    For Immediate Release – May 22, 2020 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – An exhibitor-based fundraising campaign to benefit the Reining Horse Foundation is underway for 2020 after generating $25,000 in support for the nonprofit in 2019. Based upon small donations that add up to make a big difference, the campaign encourages show entrants to make […]

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    Behind the Slide – Robert Lawson, Australia

    A fiery passion for reining horses found Robert Lawson on its own, but this Australian was born with a love for his country and all things native to it.  “My very first mentor worked in the outback of Australia at cattle stations. He is what we would call a bushy,” said the NRHA Professional. “He […]

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    Get Ready to Derby!

    For Immediate Release – May 15, 2020 – Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) Executive Committee and Board are pleased to announce that the 2020 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel looks to be on track to take place in Oklahoma City at State Fair Park June 13–21. It’s the good news […]

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