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The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) proudly recognizes Magnum Chic Dream as its newest $15 Million Sire, adding another remarkable achievement to the legacy of one of the sport’s most influential stallions. The 1996 stallion, by Smart Chic Olena and out of Sailin Barbee, was bred by Guy A. Du Ponchel and is owned by […]

Reining fans will soon have another opportunity to see the sport showcased on a national stage. The National Reining Horse Association is excited to announce that the World Reining CC, held at BO Ranch in La Chapelle-la-Reine, France, was featured in an upcoming episode of The Wild World of Western Sports on Fox Sports, FS1. […]

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) proudly celebrates a pair of extraordinary achievements as Pale Face Dunnit and SG Frozen Enterprize have each surpassed $5 million in NRHA offspring earnings, earning recognition as NRHA $5 Million Sires. While each stallion has forged his own path to success, both have become defining influences on modern reining […]

OKC Fairgrounds | June 10–21 | NRHADerby.com June 20, 2026: 2026 6666 NRHA Derby® Presented by Markel Open Derby Finals Deliver Historic Night June 19, 2026: 2026 6666 NRHA Derby® Presented by Markel Non Pro Finals Crown Champions; More Than $650,000 Paid Out Across All Divisions June 17, 2026: Faith in the Unexpected: Missy’s Journey June 2, 2026: Build Your Edge: […]

The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is proud to announce that Double Run Farm, owned by Monica Watson of Leland, North Carolina, has officially become its newest Million Dollar Owner. The milestone was reached following results from the 2026 National Reining Breeders Classic, where the program’s sustained success across multiple major events carried it past […]

19–23 MayCremona, Italynrhaeuropeanfuturity.com 5.23.26: Fonck Takes His Third European Futurity Open Championship 5.22.26: Kompatscher Flies To Victory in the $300,000-Added NRHA European Non Pro Futurity 5.21.26: Open Futurity Finalists for Saturday Night Are Determined 5.20.26: The Race to the Open Finals Begins as Non Pro Finalists Are Named 5.19.26: Big Numbers, Great Sport

NRHA buckles are now available for sponsorship at the 2026 NRHA 6666 Derby Presented by Markel. Sponsorships range from $750 to $950 and include your ranch or company name engraved on the back of a buckle, two VIP event badges, a website listing, and additional benefits. Sponsor a buckle today! Go here to become a […]

Have you been a fan of reining and want to give it a spin for yourself? The 2026 NRHyA Buy-A-Pro Auction offers an entry point into the reining community for those who have wanted to participate or improve their existing skills. The auction offers buyers a chance to purchase a two-lesson package with NRHA Professionals […]

The Reining Horse Foundation and NRHA mourn the passing of Charles “Charley” Vaughan, 96, of Lafayette, Indiana, on February 21, 2026. Charley had a prolific career as a trial lawyer. Away from the courtroom, he had unbridled enthusiasm for horses and golf. He became a respected competitor and breeder in the National Reining Horse Association, […]

December 7, 2025: 2025 NRHA Futurity Open Champions December 7, 2025: Unprecedented Circumstances set Tone for NRHA Markel Futurity Sale December 6, 2025: 2025 NRHA Non Pro Futurity Wraps with Record-Breaking Competition and Over $1.1 Million Paid in Finals November 30, 2025: NRHA Announces Unprecedented Biosecurity Measures for 2025 NRHA Futurity® November 30, 2025: NRHA Kicks Off the 2025 NRHA […]