The 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress took place September 27th through October 26th at the Ohio Expo Center in Columbus, Ohio, bringing together the nation’s premier performance horses in a celebration of talent, versatility, and dedication. Competitors showcased their skills across an extensive range of disciplines, including Barrel Racing, Equitation Over Fences, Halter, Horsemanship, Hunt Seat Equitation, Hunter Hack, Hunter Under Saddle, Longe Line, Pleasure Driving, Pole Bending, Ranch Riding, Ranch Trail, Reining, Roping, Showmanship, Trail, Western Pleasure, Western Riding, and Working Western Rail.
Each discipline highlighted the remarkable athleticism, intelligence, and precision of both horse and rider. Over the course of the event, competitors collectively earned $3,019,259.79, reflecting the exceptional level of performance on display.
As in previous years, StallionCompare tracked the results, spotlighting the top sires, dams, and damsires whose bloodlines consistently produce champions and shape the future of Congress competition. Equally important are the owners and exhibitors, whose skill and dedication bring out the best in their horses. Together, these horses, their lineage, and the guidance of their teams created a showcase of horsemanship, athleticism, and the enduring spirit of the All American Quarter Horse Congress.
Meet the Star of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress: Gunners Smokin Chex
The top-performing horse of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress was Gunners Smokin Chex, a 2022 Bay Quarter Horse Stallion by Colonels Smoking Gun and out of Chexanicki (by Bueno Chexinic). With total earnings of $100,350.00, he was the highest-earning horse of the event across all divisions and disciplines, showcasing exceptional talent, consistency, and versatility.
Gunners Smokin Chex dominated the Open Reining division, with highlights including:
- Congress Champion in the All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final, earning $50,000
- Congress Champion in the NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity, earning $50,000
- 11th place in the NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity, earning $350
Owned by Clark Reining Horses LLC and expertly shown by Andrea Fappani of Scottsdale, AZ, Gunners Smokin Chex solidified his status as the standout performer of the 2025 Congress.
Top 20 Highest Earners of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress
Following the standout performance of Gunners Smokin Chex, the 2025 Congress also highlighted a remarkable group of horses that achieved top earnings across all divisions and disciplines. These competitors demonstrated exceptional skill, consistency, and versatility throughout the event, earning their place among the highest earners of the show. While these 20 horses stood out as the highest earners of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress, every competitor contributed to an unforgettable showcase of skill, dedication, and passion.
Dominion of Champions
Building on the achievements of the top-earning horses, the 2025 Congress also highlighted the sires whose progeny dominated the competition. These stallions consistently produce high-performing offspring across multiple divisions and disciplines, demonstrating the strength of their bloodlines and their lasting influence on Quarter Horse competition. Below are the Top 10 Sires of the 2025 Congress by progeny earnings, along with their three highest-earning foals at the event.
Machine Made
| Monies Earned | $161,539.87 |
| # of Foals | 87 |
| Avg. Earnings | $593.90 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bite Sized | Shes So Sizzlin (RL Best of Sudden) | $18,488.10 | Justin Clay Arrington |
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Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($6,810.58) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($546.07) 4th - 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($1,918.21) 5th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($262.11) 5th - Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA ($2,272.67) 6th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($3,109.18) 8th - Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals Presented ($2,130.62) 8th - Place 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($1,438.66) |
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| Saltt Life | Krymsin Annie Mation (One Hot Krymsun) | $12,096.58 | Kylee Faith Wiseman |
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Reserve Congress Champion Amateur Western Pleasure Sponsored by Starland Ranch ($180.00) Reserve Congress Champion NSBA Amateur Western Pleasure ($180.00) 4th - Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($3,835.12) 4th - 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($2,589.58) 5th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($174.74) 6th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($2,072.78) 7th - Level 1 Western Pleasure Sponsored by Checkkmate ($85.00) 7th - NSBA Level 1 Western Pleasure ($85.00) 7th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($2,665.0) 7th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($229.35) |
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| Momma Im Comin Home | My Mommas Dream (RL Best of Sudden) | $9,046.43 | Karen G Wood |
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Congress Champion Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($500.0) 3rd - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($7,972.17) 3rd - 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA Final ($574.26) |
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Colonels Smoking Gun
| Monies Earned | $145,210.80 |
| # of Foals | 9 |
| Avg. Earnings | $7,260.54 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gunners Smokin Chex | Chexanicki (Bueno Chexinic) | $100,350.00 | Clark Reining Horses LLC |
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Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($50,000.00) Congress Champion NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($50,000.00) 11th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($350.00) |
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| Best Is Yet Too Come | Wimpys Little Chic (Wimpys Little Step) | $35,395.37 | Clark Reining Horses LLC |
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Congress Champion NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($1,200.00) 3rd - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($17,848.60) 3rd - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($16,346.77) |
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| This Dejas Smokinhot | Dun Its Deja Vu (Hollywood Dun It) | $4,543.36 | SJW Ranch |
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9th - NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity ($2,763.33) 9th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 3 Final ($1,780.03) |
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Spooks Gotta Whiz
| Monies Earned | $140,048.17 |
| # of Foals | 35 |
| Avg. Earnings | $1,609.75 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slimm Shadyy | Platinum Magnum (Magnum Chic Dream) | $29,714.46 | Kole Price |
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Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 4 ($20,000.00) Congress Champion NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes ($9,714.46) |
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| Call Me The Breeeze | Dream In Chic (Magnum Chic Dream) | $21,767.67 | Alicia Rapp |
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Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 3 ($10,000.00) Congress Champion NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 3 Stakes ($5,308.73) 6th - All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 4 ($3,502.36) 6th - NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes ($2,956.58) |
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| Spooky Magic | Smoke N Magic (Chics Magic Potion) | $12,261.69 | Alicia Rapp |
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Reserve Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 3 ($5,756.28) Reserve Congress Champion NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 3 Stakes ($3,462.21) 9th - NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes ($1,583.88) 9th - All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 4 ($1,459.32) |
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Hay Goodlookn
| Monies Earned | $124,892.92 |
| # of Foals | 18 |
| Avg. Earnings | $1,864.07 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lookn Like Trouble | Troubles A Blazin (Blazing Hot) | $27,267.98 | Justin & Julie Voge |
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Congress Champion Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($17,462.85) Congress Champion Super Sires 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Breeders Purse ($10,000.00) Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA Final ($1,305.13) Reserve Congress Champion Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($500.00) |
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| Thursty Thursday | KM Perfect Ten (RL Best of Sudden) | $24,273.70 | Ronnie Kent |
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Congress Champion Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA ($11,641.90) Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA ($1,750.16) Congress Champion SBB 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA Final ($481.88) Bronze Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($1,365.12) Bronze Congress Champion SBB 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($361.41) 4th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($6,833.29) 4th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($500.00) 4th - SBB 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA Final ($469.85) |
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| Miss Goodlookin | Missy Machine (A Good Machine) | $15,549.14 | Nettie Olsen |
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Congress Champion Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA ($6,533.91) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($4,795.52) 8 - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($163.82) 9 - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($1,776.67) 11 - 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($863.19) 12 - Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($1,065.31) 12 - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($54.61) 15 - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($296.11) |
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Magnum Chic Dream
| Monies Earned | $122,826.03 |
| # of Foals | 27 |
| Avg. Earnings | $1,595.14 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belissimo | Maericasnextgunmodel (Colonels Smoking Gun) | $57,945.73 | Arcese Quarter Horses |
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Reserve Congress Champion NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($29,322.70) Reserve Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($28,023.03) 4th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($600.00) |
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| Howdreamsrmade | Gotta Diamond Lady (Spooks Gotta Whiz) | $18,956.40 | Carla A. Hardin |
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6th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($10,199.20) 6th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($8,757.20) |
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| Fourtfouramericanmag | Americasnextgunmodel (Colonels Smoking Gun) | $16.938.87 | Enjoy LLC |
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Bronze Congress Champion NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity ($8,289.98) Bronze Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 3 Final ($6,796.49) 12th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($1,897.40) |
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Its A Southern Thing
| Monies Earned | $118,052.50 |
| # of Foals | 42 |
| Avg. Earnings | $602.13 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boifriend Material | Krymsun Belle (One Hot Krymsun) | $28,264.13 | Shannon M. Walker |
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Congress Champion Congress Super Sale 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes ($9,027.23) Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($2,625.24) Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($722.82) Reserve Congress Champion Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($10,629.56) Reserve Congress Champion Super Sires 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Breeders Purse ($4,424.00) Reserve Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA Final ($835.28) |
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| R C Kola | Its Al Over (Allocate Your Assets) | $24,137.42 | Madeleine M. Bayless |
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Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Final ($10,962.83) Congress Champion Super Sires 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Breeders Purse ($5,000.00) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($3,612.12) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA Final ($2,408.08) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Open Hunter Under Saddle Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($978.78) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($667.24) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle Stakes - Limited NSBA Final ($508.37) |
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| Ten Kinda Southern | KM Perfect Ten (RL Best of Sudden) | $19,104.77 | Gumz Farms Quarter Horses |
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Congress Champion Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) (9,800.87) Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($6,617.82) Congress Champion Level 1 Western PleasureSponsored by Checkkmate ($400.00) Congress Champion NSBA Level 1 Western Pleasure ($400.00) Reserve Congress Champion Super Sires 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Breeders Purse ($1,360.00) 12th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($81.91) 15th - 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($444.17) |
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Americasnexttopgun
| Monies Earned | $66,570.58 |
| # of Foals | 3 |
| Avg. Earnings | $6,051.87 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| CCR Theadvocate | Its Conquista Cash (Conquistador Whiz) | $52,891.20 | Ruth A. Shade |
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Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 2 ($12,500.00) Congress Champion NRHA Open Reining Level 2 Futurity ($5,865.05) Reserve Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 3 Final ($11,651.13) Reserve Congress Champion NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity ($11,053.31) 8th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($6,374.50) 8th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($5,059.71) 9th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($387.50) |
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| Maverickbuzthetower | Chics Vintage Flare (Smart Chic Olena) | $11,434.21 | Glenn Spradling |
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8th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($6,374.50) 8th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($5,059.71) |
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| Shesmywingman | Gunnabeasuperstar (Arc Gunnabeabigstar) | $6,374.50 | Peyton Addison Derr |
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4th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 1 ($1,662.68) 5th - NRHA Open Reining Level 1 Futurity ($582.49) |
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Heart Stoppin
| Monies Earned | $64,614.88 |
| # of Foals | 21 |
| Avg. Earnings | $885.14 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gurl Please | A Vital Angel (Invest N Vital Signs) | $15,701.06 | Randy & Ann Anderson |
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Reserve Congress Champion Congress Super Sale 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes Limited Award ($2,000.00) Bronze Congress Champion Congress Super Sale 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes ($4,694.16) 4th - 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($348.04) 5th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA ($4,049.36) 7th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($500.00) 7th - 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA Final ($313.23) 8th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($3,796.27) |
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| CP Show Stoppin | Its A Pretty Thing (Its A Southern Thing) | $6,795.50 | Madison Allen |
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Congress Champion 3 Yr Old $2,500 Novice Horse Open Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA Ltd ($1,000.00) Congress Champion NSBA Youth Western Pleasure 15-18 ($100.00) Congress Champion Youth Western Pleasure 15-18 ($100.00) Congress Champion NSBA Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 14-18 ($100.00) Reserve Congress Champion Level 1 Youth Western Pleasure 14-18 ($90.00) Bronze Congress Champion 3 Yr Old & Over $2,500 Novice Horse Open Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA ($5,405.50) |
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| Stoppin For Cookis | The Cooki Monster (Machine Made) | $5,784.59 | Capital Quarter Horses |
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Reserve Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($1,890.17) Reserve Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($528.21) 5th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($500.00) 9th - 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA Final ($208.82) 10th - Coughlin 2 Yr Old Maiden Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA ($2,657.39) |
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Nothin But Nett
| Monies Earned | $62,503.68 |
| # of Foals | 5 |
| Avg. Earnings | $2,604.32 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|
| All Nett | Just Cool Movin (Dont Skip Zip) | $27,549.51 | Ditty Up LLC |
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Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($10,215.86) Congress Champion Super Sires 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity Breeders Purse ($5,000.00) Congress Champion SBB 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($819.10) Congress Champion Amateur Select Western Pleasure ($200.00) Congress Champion NSBA Amateur Select Western Pleasure ($200.00) Bronze Congress Champion Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($4,474.31) Bronze Congress Champion SBB 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($3,021.18) 5th - SBB 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($1,630.48) 6th - Coughlin 3 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA ($1,988.58) |
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| Nettworth | SST Sheza Hulk (Batt Man) | $16,793.16 | Dakota King Phelps |
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Congress Champion Congress Super Sale 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes Limited Award ($3,000.00) Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes - Limited NSBA ($1,382.20) Congress Champion Super Sires 2 YO Open Western Pleasure Breeders Purse Ltd Award ($1,000.00) Reserve Congress Champion Congress Super Sale 2 Year Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes ($6,499.60) Reserve Congress Champion 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Stakes NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($1,435.36) Bronze Congress Champion Super Sires 2 Yr Old Open Western Pleasure Breeders Purse ($3,476.00) |
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| Hoop Here She Is | Hereicomagain (Good I Will Be) | $14,519.21 | Greg Wheat |
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Congress Champion Super Sires 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity Ltd Breeders Purse Final ($5,000.00) Reserve Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($4,145.57) Reserve Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity - Limited NSBA Final ($349.48) Bronze Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($4,663.76) Bronze Congress Champion 3 Yr Old Non Pro Western Pleasure Futurity NSBA (1 Go) Finals ($360.40) |
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Gunners Special Nite
| Monies Earned | $59,107.63 |
| # of Foals | 12 |
| Avg. Earnings | $2,273.37 |
| Name | Dam | Earnings | Owner |
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| Waiting For Tonite | Jlosa (Arlosa Whiz) | $15,641.93 | Tom & Mandy McCutcheon |
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Reserve Congress Champion All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 4 ($9,728.78) Reserve Congress Champion NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes ($5,913.15) |
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| Too Nite | Darlins Not Painted (Smokin Chic Olena) | $14,402.15 | McCutcheon & Jacobs |
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4th - NRHA Open Reining Level 3 Futurity ($6,710.94) 4th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 3 Final ($4,854.64) 4th - NRHA Open Reining Primetime Futurity ($367.22) 14th - NRHA Open Reining Level 4 Futurity ($1,593.63) 16th - All Star Reining Stakes Open Futurity Level 4 Final ($875.72) |
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| Oh Not Tonight Darlin | Darlins Not Painted | $8,162.66 | Cade & Lexi McCutcheon |
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4th - All Star Reining Stakes Non Pro Futurity Level 4 ($4,572.53) 4th - NRHA Non Pro Reining Level 4 Stakes ($3,590.13) |
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Maternal Powerhouses
Just as the sires played a pivotal role in shaping the success of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress, the impact of exceptional mares cannot be overlooked. These top-producing dams passed on talent, athleticism, and heart to their offspring, who achieved impressive winnings across a variety of divisions and disciplines.
2025 The All American Quarter Horse Congress Top 20 Dams
Together, these leading mares demonstrate the power of strong maternal genetics in producing the champions of the 2025 Congress. Yet the story doesn’t end there—many of these great mares come from outstanding sires. The influence of their sires, the damsires, extends even further, strengthening pedigrees and leaving a lasting mark on future generations.
| Dam | Earnings | Foals | Avg. Earnings |
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| Chexanicki | $107,734.90 | 4 | $5,386.75 |
| Americasnextgunmodel | $100,699.37 | 4 | $9,154.49 |
| Its Conquista Cash | $60,277.00 | 2 | $5,479.73 |
| Mmb Shine Yourdreams | $42,777.16 | 4 | $10,694.29 |
| Wimpys Little Chic | $35,395.37 | 1 | $11,798.46 |
| Troubles A Blazin | $32,097.98 | 3 | $1,528.48 |
| Platinum Magnum | $29,714.46 | 1 | $14,857.23 |
| Krymsun Belle | $28,264.13 | 1 | $4,710.69 |
| Just Cool Movin | $27,549.51 | 1 | $3,061.06 |
| Boys Its Over | $27,264.24 | 1 | $2,726.42 |
| Cee Miss Tinsel | $25,775.20 | 1 | $6,443.80 |
| Golden Survivor | $24,743.17 | 2 | $2,249.38 |
| Only A Sterling Moon | $24,273.70 | 1 | $2,697.08 |
| Its Al Over | $24,137.42 | 1 | $3,448.20 |
| Hereicomagain | $23,827.98 | 3 | $3,404.00 |
| My Mama Said So | $22,614.90 | 1 | $1,739.61 |
| Darlins Not Painted | $22,564.81 | 2 | $3,223.54 |
| A Vital Angel | $22,480.10 | 4 | $1,322.36 |
| KM Perfect Ten | $19,104.77 | 7 | $2,729.25 |
| Howdreamsrmade | $18,956.40 | 4 | $4,739.10 |
2025 The All American Quarter Horse Congress Top 20 Damsires
| Damsires | Earnings | Grandfoals | Avg. Earnings |
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| RL Best Of Sudden | $193,963.22 | 82 | $705.32 |
| Colonels Smoking Gun | $142,779.69 | 22 | $2,230.93 |
| Magnum Chic Dream | $123,261.39 | 19 | $2,325.69 |
| Bueno Chexinic | $107,902.05 | 5 | $5,138.19 |
| Wimpys Little Step | $105,990.85 | 28 | $954.87 |
| One Hot Krymsun | $79,519.59 | 25 | $873.84 |
| Allocate Your Assets | $74,405.55 | 26 | $800.06 |
| Conquistador Whiz | $68,232.08 | 9 | $2,966.61 |
| Smart Chic Olena | $66,529.32 | 21 | $887.06 |
| Topsail Whiz | $62,786.49 | 17 | $1,121.19 |
| Lazy Loper | $51,152.21 | 27 | $473.63 |
| Machine Made | $48,328.07 | 17 | $878.69 |
| Invitation Only | $47,131.77 | 44 | $320.62 |
| Blazing Hot | $46,993.85 | 22 | $552.87 |
| Skys Blue Boy | $43,197.46 | 22 | $378.93 |
| A Good Machine | $38,682.30 | 25 | $420.46 |
| Iron Enterprise | $38,069.15 | 9 | $1,057.48 |
| Certain Potential | $35,524.46 | 23 | $461.36 |
| Dont Skip Zip | $34,056.31 | 13 | $597.48 |
| Only In The Moonlite | $32,475.64 | 11 | $955.17 |
Guiding the Greats
The success of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress is a true team effort. Just as bloodlines provide the foundation, owners and exhibitors play an equally important role, guiding their horses to perform at their best. Hats off to all who dedicated their time, skill, and care to showcase these exceptional horses across every division and discipline this year.
Top 20 Owners of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress:
| Owner/s | Earnings | Horses | Avg. Earnings |
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| Clark Reining Horses LLC & Tim | $136,971.09 | 3 | $17,121.39 |
| Arcese Quarter Horses (USA) | $82,489.78 | 2 | $13,748.30 |
| Ruth A Shade | $52,891.20 | 1 | $7,555.89 |
| The Loyal Wolf Ranch | $42,777.16 | 4 | $10,694.29 |
| Alicia Rapp | $34,377.14 | 9 | $3,819.68 |
| Kole Price | $31,297.16 | 4 | $7,824.29 |
| Tom & Mandy McCutcheon | $29,843.90 | 6 | $4,973.98 |
| Shannon M Walker | $29,768.40 | 14 | $2,126.31 |
| Madeleine M Bayless | $29,369.31 | 15 | $1,957.95 |
| Madison Hayden Rafacz | $29,324.83 | 24 | $1,221.87 |
| Ditty Up LLC | $29,283.86 | 12 | $2,440.32 |
| Justin & Julie Voge | $29,267.98 | 4 | $7,317.00 |
| Jamie Bishop | $27,782.78 | 12 | $2,315.23 |
| George R Bell | $27,105.02 | 9 | $3,011.67 |
| Ruoff Dietter Reining Horses L | $26,794.02 | 3 | $2,977.11 |
| Ronnie Kent | $24,273.70 | 9 | $2,697.08 |
| Angela H Wade | $23,214.90 | 17 | $1,365.58 |
| Jannee And Dominic Pugliani | $21,594.08 | 11 | $1,963.10 |
| Erika Collins Sterling | $20,398.00 | 22 | $927.18 |
| Gumz Farms Quarter Horses LLC | $19,104.77 | 7 | $2,729.25 |
Top 20 Exhibitors of the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress
| Exhibitor | Earnings | Show Entries | Avg. Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andrea Fappani | $136,971.09 | 8 | $17,121.39 |
| Casey Deary | $93,923.99 | 8 | $11,740.50 |
| Julia Roshelli | $67,002.65 | 16 | $4,187.67 |
| Aaron Moses | $48,993.38 | 17 | $2,881.96 |
| Cira Baeck | $42,777.16 | 4 | $10,694.29 |
| Justin Clay Arrington | $41,018.27 | 16 | $2,563.64 |
| Madison Hayden Rafacz | $39,618.74 | 27 | $1,467.36 |
| Bud Lyon | $36,551.96 | 33 | $1,107.64 |
| Angie Rigdon Cannizzaro | $35,087.78 | 7 | $5,012.54 |
| Alicia Rapp | $34,377.14 | 9 | $3,819.68 |
| Laura K Spell | $32,507.33 | 12 | $2,708.94 |
| Shannon Quinlan Hill | $31,450.99 | 13 | $2,419.31 |
| Kelsey Price | $31,297.16 | 4 | $7,824.29 |
| Katy Jo Zuidema | $29,739.43 | 23 | $1,293.02 |
| Gabriel Borges | $26,916.79 | 7 | $3,845.26 |
| Robin Schoeller | $26,879.02 | 10 | $2,687.90 |
| Brian Bell | $26,196.42 | 6 | $4,366.07 |
| Tom Mccutcheon | $24,762.22 | 10 | $2,476.22 |
| Mandy McCutcheon | $23,804.59 | 4 | $5,951.15 |
| Shannon M Curl-Holbin | $22,721.01 | 10 | $2,272.10 |
Stride by Stride: Inside the World’s Biggest Horse Show
The 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress proved why it stands as the world’s largest stage for equestrian excellence. Records were shattered, legendary bloodlines showcased their impact, and athleticism reached new heights in every division. Gunners Smokin Chex commanded attention as the top earner, while the leading sires, dams, and damsires demonstrated the enduring strength of Quarter Horse lineage.
Beyond the numbers and ribbons, the Congress is defined by split-second instincts, flawless execution, and the tireless dedication of exhibitors and owners who transform potential into unforgettable performances. By the final whistle, the 2025 Congress didn’t just crown champions, it shaped the future of the breed, celebrated extraordinary partnerships, and solidified its status as the ultimate proving ground for Quarter Horse excellence.
