Working Cowhorse
Jay McLaughlin Wins Circle Y Ranch SRCHA Derby on CD Dee Vee Dee
Jay McLaughlin, of Gainesville, Texas, rode CD Dee Vee Dee to win the Circle Y Ranch Southwest Reined Cow Horse Association Open Derby, held during the Fort Dodge Animal Health Celebration of Champions in San Angelo, Texas. The win garnered a check for $10,000.
McLaughlin and the 5-year-old CD Lights stallion, out of Shiners Missy Jay, began the weekend with a 145 in the herd work, and a 150.5 in the rein work. “He was really good in the herd work, and pretty much did it all by himself,” said McLaughlin. “In the rein work, he was just phenomenal – he was like he always is.”
Feb 26, 2010, 07:55
Working Cowhorse
CowTrac Systems Becomes NRCHA Sponsor
The National Reined Cow Horse Association announced that its newest Sponsor, CowTrac Systems, had come on board shortly before the 2010 NRCHA World Championship Show Presented by John Deere.
NRCHA Sponsor Committee Chairman Carol Rose noted, "We are very pleased to have CowTrac Systems as part of the NRCHA Sponsor family. The system is an innovative training tool that helps promote the continued growth of the sport by allowing for repetitive training with little to no cattle cost. We appreciate Nelson's generosity and support of the NRCHA."
Feb 26, 2010, 07:54
Working Cowhorse
Shiners Hot Flash Wins 2009 NRCHA Limited Open Hackamore with Jeremy Knoles
The 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association World Champions were decided during the 2010 National Reined Cow Horse Association Fort Dodge Animal Health Celebration of Champions. Along with the World Championship Show Presented by John Deere, the Celebration of Champions features the NRCHA World’s Greatest Horseman and the Circle Y Ranch Southwest Reined Cow Horse Association Derby. The event is held annually at the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:44
Working Cowhorse
Shining Lil Nic and Kevin Stallings Win 2009 NRCHA Open Two Rein World Championship
Kevin Stallings is a busy man – he qualified three horses for the National Reined Cow Horse Association World Championship Show Open Two Rein, and made the finals on all three! That would take a toll on anyone – but the Tucson, Arizona, trainer won not only the Championship, but also took home the Reserve title, and fourth place.
“I had a lot of great help today,” Stallings modestly answered when asked how he managed to show all of his mounts so well.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:44
Working Cowhorse
Frances Labourdette and Smart Chic Aloha Win 2009 NRCHA Non Pro Bridle World Championship
The Non Pro Bridle National Reined Cow Horse Association Non Pro Bridle World Championship was decided Saturday afternoon at the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas. Frances Labourdette won the title by 13 points with a 446.5 with Smart Chic Aloha.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:43
Working Cowhorse
Holly Marsh Wins 2009 NRCHA Non Pro Hackamore World Championship
Holly Marsh, of Gillette, Wyoming, is the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Non Pro Hackamore World Champion. She won the title with her 6-year-old gelding, Cat Jump Fever, after earning a 442 score. During the awards ceremony in the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas, Marsh a bounty of prizes, including a Bob's Custom Saddle sponsored by Land & Cattle Company, a Gist Silversmiths buckle sponsored by Haulers, Rios of Mercedes boots from Rios of Mercedes, a commemorative Finals vest sponsored by Gist Silversmiths, a CR Morrison trophy and a Morrison commemorative.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:41
Working Cowhorse
Jay McLaughlin and Lil Miss Shiney Chex Wins NRCHA Open Bridle World
The last of the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association World Championships was decided Saturday afternoon at the First Community Federal Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas. Twelve World titles were awarded during the NRCHA World Championship Show Presented by John Deere. The World Championship Show is part of the NRCHA Fort Dodge Animal Health Celebration of Champions, which began January 30 and finishes on February 7.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:40
Working Cowhorse
Ty Rohrbaugh and Shiners Spumanti Top 2009 NRCHA Limited Open Bridle World Championships
Ty Rohrbaugh won his first National Reined Cow Horse Association World title on Friday, February 6, at the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas. The Alamosa, Colorado trainer came into the arena as the last finalist in the Limited Open Bridle. While the resulting rein work score of 216 was impressive, Rohrbaugh and the 13-year-old mare clinched the title with a 221 in the cow work. The 437 composite was good for the Championship, $3,495, a Bob’s Custom Saddle sponsored by Jackson Land & Cattle Company, a Gist Silversmiths buckle sponsored by Knight Haulers, Rios of Mercedes boots from Rios of Mercedes, a commemorative World Finals vest sponsored by Gist Silversmiths, a CR Morrison trophy and a CR Morrison commemorative medallion.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:40
Working Cowhorse
Fwd: COWHORSE: Randy Paul Wins 2010 NRCHA World's Greatest Horseman on Smoke
The Championship of the National Reined Cow Horse Association World’s Greatest Horseman contest held at the First Community Credit Union Spur Arena in San Angelo, Texas, came down to the very last run. The four-event competition ended with Randy Paul being crowned as the World’s Greatest Horseman. Paul rode Smokeelan, owned by Jill Smiekel George, to the title.
Paul and Smokeelan, by Elans Playboy out of Smart Little Smokee, began the finals competition with a herd work run that placed him in a tie for seventh place. “I felt my horse wanted to be good in everything, but I had a little trouble getting good cattle in front of him. We were just average – but nothing bad happened so we were ok,” he explained.
Feb 9, 2010, 07:39
Working Cowhorse
Shining Spark Becomes First and Only NRCHA $3 Million Sire
At the 2007 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity, Shining Spark made history as the first NRCHA $2 Million dollar sire when his offspring won enough during the event to propel him past that milestone.
Nov 16, 2009, 07:26
Working Cowhorse
Brad Buttrey Wins 2009 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity on Good Old Times/Cookie Banuelos Wins Limited Open on Nitrocat
When Brad Buttrey began training Good Old Times, he had every intention for the talented gelding to become a Non Pro entry for his client, Natall Melo, at the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity. But as Futurity time got closer, Natall encouraged Buttrey to consider showing the horse in the Open. "I really, really wanted Natall to have this horse to show, because he's always so great about letting other people show the really good horses," said Buttrey. "But he kept after me, so I went ahead and showed him."
Oct 26, 2009, 08:33
Working Cowhorse
2009 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Finalists Announced
The results are in and the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity Open finalists have been decided. Those lucky enough to earn a ticket to the big dance will compete on Sunday, October 4, in a clean-slate competition for the Open Championship and a piece of the $655,000 Open finals payout.
Oct 26, 2009, 08:29
Working Cowhorse
Jon Roeser Leads 2009 Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Herd Work Prelims on Respond Lika Fox
The largest National Reined Cow Horse Association produced event, the 2009 Snaffle Bit Futurity, kicked off September 21 in the Biggest Little City in the World - Reno, Nevada.
Sep 27, 2009, 11:58
Working Cowhorse
Jay McLaughlin Tops the 2009 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Rein Work Prelims on A Shiner Named Sioux
The National Reined Cow Horse Association's premiere triathlon event - the Snaffle Bit Futurity - completed the second leg of Open preliminary competition Thursday evening.
For the second year in a row, Jay McLaughlin found himself atop the preliminary rein work leader board riding a palomino stallion by Shining Spark. In 2008, he claimed that title on Genuine Masterpiece, and this year he piloted A Shiner Named Sioux, out of Docs Sulena, to a score of 221.5. McLaughlin, who is the head trainer for Carol Rose Quarter Horses, and "Sioux" had marked a 215 in the herd work preliminaries, resulting in a 436.5 for the total after two go-rounds.
Sep 27, 2009, 11:57
Working Cowhorse
American Stock Horse Association National Expo and Championship Show
Exhibitors still have time to register for the highly anticipated 2nd Annual American Stock Horse Association National Expo and Championship Show that will be held Nov. 19-22 at Lone Star Arena in Stephenville, Texas.
Sep 27, 2009, 11:54
Working Cowhorse
Exhibitors Prepare for 2009 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity
Reno is the biggest little city in the world, and gambling abounds. But the high-stakes contests at the glamorous casinos aren't the only places to experience anticipation and big time action. In fact, all the highs and lows of elation and defeat can be found in the Reno Livestock Events Center Coliseum, during the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity.
Sep 27, 2009, 11:54
Working Cowhorse
Coyote Rock Ranch Sponsors NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Commemorative Caps
Thanks to sponsorship from Penny Knight's Coyote Rock Ranch, entries in the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity will receive specially designed Snaffle Bit Futurity commemorative ball caps. "We are very excited to sponsor an item that will be worn year-round to commemorate such a spectacular event," Knight noted. Coyote Rock Ranch, located in Terrebonne, Oregon, has become a strong supporter of the NRCHA in recent years, most recently sponsoring the Penny Knight/Coyote Rock Ranch Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Stakes inNampa, Idaho. NRCHA Sponsor Committee Chairman, Carol Rose, voiced the NRCHA's appreciation.
Jul 29, 2009, 11:08
Working Cowhorse
Coyote Rock Ranch Sponsors NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Commemorative Caps
Thanks to sponsorship from Penny Knight's Coyote Rock Ranch, entries in the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association Snaffle Bit Futurity will receive specially designed Snaffle Bit Futurity commemorative ball caps. "We are very excited to sponsor an item that will be worn year-round to commemorate such a spectacular event," Knight noted. Coyote Rock Ranch, located in Terrebonne, Oregon, has become a strong supporter of the NRCHA in recent years, most recently sponsoring the Penny Knight/Coyote Rock Ranch Open Bridle Spectacular at the NRCHA Stakes inNampa, Idaho. NRCHA Sponsor Committee Chairman, Carol Rose, voiced the NRCHA's appreciation.
Jul 29, 2009, 11:08
Working Cowhorse
KALPOWAR FUTURITY & FAITH PERFORMANCE HORSES DERBY August 19-23, 2009
** NEW LOCATION **
ARDMORE, OKLAHOMA HARDY MURPHY COLISEUM
Entry Deadline August 3rd
Tuesday, Aug. 18 - Move In after 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, Aug. 19 - Herd Practice -Fresh Cattle 8:00 a.m.
(Herd Practice must be pre - paid for fresh cattle)
Thursday, Aug. 20 - Futurity/Derby/Bridle Spectacular Herd Work 8:00 a.m.
Friday, Aug. 21 - Futurity/Derby Reined Work 8:00 a.m.
Saturday, Aug. 22 - Horse Show Classes 8:00 a.m.
Open Derby Cow Work following Horse Show classes
Celebrity Spectacular 7:00 pm
Sunday, Aug. 23 - Horse Show Classes 8:00 a.m.
Open Futurity Cow Work / Non Pro Futurity / Derby Cow Work
Jul 20, 2009, 13:26
Working Cowhorse
Jay McLaughlin and CD Dee Vee Dee Top NRCHA Open Derby Preliminary Rein Work/Michelle Cowan Marks Non Pro High Score on Wheres My Shine
Jay McLaughlin and CD Dee Vee Dee Top NRCHA Open Derby Preliminary Rein Work/Michelle Cowan Marks Non Pro High Score on Wheres My Shine The second leg of preliminary competition - the rein work - was completed Thursday, June 18. Now, entries in the 2009 National Reined Cow Horse Association Derby have a good idea of what they will need to score in the final phase of competition - the cow work - to claim one of the coveted spots in Sunday's clean-slate finals. The Open Derby Champion will receive a check for $45,866, while the Non Pro Champion will be awarded $11,960.
Jun 26, 2009, 15:08
Working Cowhorse
Boyd Rice Marks NRCHA Derby Herd Work Preliminary High Scores on Oh Cay N Short and Mr Playinstylish
The National Reined Cow Horse Association Derby began Tuesday, June 16, at
the Paso Robles Event Center in Paso Robles, California, with the Open,
Intermediate Open, and Limited Open preliminary herd work. The 117-horse
field was competing for a coveted spot in the finals, where the Open
Champion will be awarded a check for more than $42,000!
Spectators, participants, and other exhibitors flock to the sidelines when
Boyd Rice rides into the herd at any event. During the 2009 NRCHA Derby
preliminaries, the Spearman, Texas, trainer didn't disappoint - he tied
himself for the lead on a pair of exceptional athletes with identical scores
of 219.
Jun 17, 2009, 15:25
Working Cowhorse
Fund-Raising Goal is Reached for Shirley Bowman Nutrition Clinic
For the last few years, Shorty Koger of Shorty's Caboy Hattery has been raising money to fund the Shirley Bowman Nutrition Clinic at the University of Oklahoma Cancer Institute, in memory of her sister. In May, her goal was reached.
Koger is quick to give credit to everyone who has donated or helped with fund-raising throughout the years and the story of the road to success makes for a poignant journey.
Jun 17, 2009, 13:11
Working Cowhorse
Third Annual Sherri Gilkerson Memorial Spectacular Held on May 15-17, 2009 – Casner Ranch, Temecula CA
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| Class Winner: Doc Soula: Bob Avila Owner: Docs Soula Partners. Photo: Kat Rodgers |
Ride Like Sherri was the slogan, and competitors from all over the west stepped up to the challenge. Sherri Gilkerson was one of the most respected riders and trainers in the reined cow horse world. She lived by the idea of being the best that you can be, no matter what the situation. The SCRCHA and the AzRCHA came together May 15-17, 2009 at the Casner Ranch in Temecula, CA to produce their annual show in Sherri’s honor.
For the third year, the entry numbers haven’t changed much, which is phenomenal in this economy. “I think that Sherri’s looking down on us, and that’s why this show does so well,’ Dema Paul mentioned. ‘Sherri was a smart rider and exhibitor with an extreme amount of talent. I think that the adopted slogan means something to each competitor. Everyone wears their patch with pride.” Laura Edwards of Temecula, CA came up with the Ride Like Sheri patch idea and has created a new one each year.
Jun 10, 2009, 12:56
Working Cowhorse
Mike Miller and Bucks Genuine Fever Win 2009 NRCHA Stakes Non Pro Championship
Mike Miller and Bucks Genuine Fever have become the team to beat at National Reined Cow Horse Association premier events. They began their career with a third place win in the Non Pro at the 2007 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity, and followed that with a Championship at the 2008 NRCHA Derby, before winning the Non Pro Hackamore at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity in October.
Apr 30, 2009, 11:06
Working Cowhorse
Sharri Gallagher Wins 2009 NRCHA Stakes Novice Non Pro Bridle
Competing at her first National Reined Cow Horse Association premier event, Sharri Gallagher won the Novice Non Pro Bridle Championship and in the process claimed the Penny Knight/Coyote Rock Ranch Non Pro Bridle Spectacular Reserve Championship. Her partner for the event was 6-year-old Farranic, by Reminic and out of Farrah Oak.
Gallagher used to work full time as an accountant, but cut down her workload in order to show more at larger NRCHA events. "I hadn't been able to devote a lot of time to showing and working with my horse," she said. "Now I'll be able to really start going to more shows."
Apr 30, 2009, 11:05
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