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NRCHA Welcomes Newest Corporate Partner - Markel Insurance Company
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Jun 17, 2009, 14:59

The National Reined Cow Horse Association has announced that Markel
Insurance Company, a subsidiary of Markel Corporation based in Glen Allen,
Virginia, has come on board as the newest NRCHA Corporate Partner.

Along with being the Official Equine Insurance Company of the NRCHA,
Markel Insurance Company will also be the presenting sponsor of the NRCHA
Snaffle Bit Futurity Sales, held October 2 - 4 at the Snaffle Bit Futurity
in Reno, Nevada. The company will also award an NRCHA Sale Bonus. Every time someone buys a horse, they get a chance to win $500 in Markel Bonus Money.

In addition to the bonus, Markel will be providing "Fall of the Hammer"
coverage to NRCHA members for horses purchased at the NRCHA Snaffle Bit
Futurity Horse Sales. Mortality coverage will be provided for the horse's
purchase price once the hammer drops and coverage extends 24 hours after the
start of each sale. Buyers will be able to continue coverage by applying
online at www.horseinsurance.com or visiting with a Markel representative
attending the sale.

Carol Rose, NRCHA Sponsorship Committee Chairman said, "We're
thrilled to welcome Markel as our newest NRCHA Corporate Partner and the
presenter of the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Sales. Markel Insurance Company
is so prominent in the industry and The NRCHA Corporate Partner Family is
the heart of the Association's success, and allows exhibitors at NRCHA
Premiere Events to enjoy the exemplary added money and prizes that are so
unique and plentiful."

Frank Costantini, a Markel Horse Insurance Specialist said, "We at
Markel are extremely proud to be associated with an organization that has
such long-standing traditions and occupies such a prominent place in the
performance horse world! To have an opportunity to insure such great equine
athletes along with providing other coverages to horse owners, breeders and
ranchers will give Markel an even greater presence as one of the leading
equine insurers in North America. It will be a pleasure for me personally
to be re-involved with the people who make up this industry and everyone at
Markel is looking forward to a long, prosperous journey with a truly great
Association."

Mike Jennings with Professional Auction Services, the NRCHA Snaffle
Bit Futurity Sale Management Company, noted, "Markel is known for providing
excellent service to buyers at major performance horse auctions. The company
is very responsive to its customers and very supportive to the horse
industry. We're looking forward to their being part of the NRCHA Futurity
Sales."

Markel has provided uninterrupted coverage for horses and
horse-related risks for over four decades. Sharing a passion for horses and
committed to the horse industry, Markel is an experienced company whose
associates are horse people first and insurance people second. Their
insurance products focus on protecting your horses, home, barn, tack and
equipment. Whether it's for one horse or an entire stable, boarding or
training facility, Markel can provide full protection. Visit
www.horseinsurance.com for more information on Markel's farm, equine
liability and horse mortality products.

The National Reined Cow Horse Association, celebrating its 60th Anniversary
in 2009, is the governing body of cow horse competition, is responsible for
promoting the sport, insuring high standards of competition and educating
members and the public about the history and tradition of the cow horse.
Through the support of a Corporate Partner family that includes Markel
Insurance Company, John Deere, Adequan(r), Bob's Custom Saddles, Cinch,
Inc., Classic Equine, Gist Silversmiths, MD Barns, Platinum Performance,
Inc., Nutrena, Quarter Horse News & Performance Horse magazine, Fort Dodge
West Nile Innovator, Rios of Mercedes, Merial products ULCERGARD and
EQUIOXX, and the Silver Legacy Hotel, the association works to keep the
vaquero tradition alive in today's equine industry. For information on the
National Reined Cow Horse Association, call 580-759-4949 or visit the NRCHA
Official Web Site at www.nrcha.com

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