14 articles
-
Nine Years of the AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge — and the Stallion Whose Shadow Falls Across All of Them
Seventeen three-year-olds contest the ninth AQHA Pleasure Versatility Challenge on November 14. Before they do, a look back at eight years of champions, the bloodlines behind them, and the returning riders chasing a second title.
-
Smaller Sale, Stronger Prices: What the 2026 NSBA Yearling Sale Tells Us About the Market
The 2026 NSBA Markel Yearling Sale was nearly half the size of the 2025 sale, but the prices told a very different story. With the observed average up 51.9%, the median climbing 81.8%, and more than half of the yearlings reaching $20,000 or more, we dig into the numbers to see where the market strengthened, what changed year over year, and what the results may tell us about buyer demand.
-
2026 NSBA Markel Insurance Breeders Championship Futurity Yearling Sale: Top Sellers & Sale Results
Which yearlings topped the 2026 NSBA Markel Yearling Sale? We break down the high sellers, leading sires, standout pedigrees and key sale statistics from Tulsa, plus a complete look at the prices observed throughout the sale.
-
Aaron Moses Joins the NSBA Million Dollar Club
Aaron Moses has officially joined one of the most exclusive groups in the Western pleasure industry. His victory aboard ImJustAGirll in the dac® Vitamins and Minerals $2,500 Novice Horse Open Western Pleasure at Back to Berrien pushed him across the $1 million mark in lifetime NSBA earnings. We look back at the major horses, high-dollar wins and career-defining moments that helped him reach this historic milestone.
-
Precision-Bred and Purpose-Driven: The Galyean Select Sale by Professional Horse Services
The 2026 Galyean Select Sale by Professional Horse Services featured a carefully curated lineup of elite Western Pleasure prospects and embryos tied to influential bloodlines. Led by two standout red roan fillies, the boutique-style sale continued its focus on pedigree strength, selectivity, and long-term breeding value.
-
One Mare. One Sale. One Legacy: VS Lady Of The Night
The Vital Spotlight Sale gives one horse the entire stage—and this year, that honour goes to VS Lady Of The Night. This exceptional blue roan mare, by the $3.75 Million Sire RL Best Of Sudden and out of multiple World and Congress Champion producer VS Lady In Red, is steeped in performance excellence and unmistakable quality. Backed by the legacy of Kristen Galyean’s renowned program and the Vital Signs Are Good bloodline, she represents an extraordinary opportunity for breeders and competitors alike. On September 14, she’ll take the spotlight in her own one-horse sale, with bidding opening at noon sharp.
- 2025 NSBA World Championship Show: Top Horses, Sires & Dams That Defined Tulsa The 2025 NSBA World Championship Show marked its 20th anniversary in Tulsa with over $1.66 million in earnings awarded across premier Western performance classes. From Western Pleasure to Trail, the show celebrated the industry’s finest horses and bloodlines. A Top Gun emerged as the winningest horse with $23,756.20, while stallions like Machine Made, Its A Southern Thing, and VS Code Red dominated the sire rankings. The event also recognized leading producing dams, influential damsires, and all sires represented, offering a clear picture of the bloodlines shaping today’s NSBA champions.
-
Results Are In: The Vital Sale
The inaugural 2025 Vital Sale proved to be more than just another auction, bringing together some of the industry’s best-bred prospects and embryos. Generating an impressive $279,000 in sales, the event underscored strong buyer demand for top-tier Quarter Horses. Leading the way were two exceptional fillies: VS Fireproof, who sold for $70,000, and VS Fire Code, who topped the sale at a remarkable $140,000. Both highlight the enduring influence of the VS program in producing world-class show horses.
-
2025 NSBA Yearling Sale Review
The 2025 NSBA Yearling Sale brought in $1,789,750 in sales during the prestigious NSBA World Show. With standout pedigrees, competitive bidding, and buyers securing high-quality yearlings at exceptional value, this year’s sale offered a unique look into bloodlines shaping the AQHA/NSBA market. Explore the complete sale results — rendered directly from the official spreadsheet — with searchable sires, damsires, and sale prices.
-
2025 NSBA Yearling Sale Results: Exceptional Opportunities at the NSBA World Show
The 2025 NSBA Yearling Sale at the NSBA World Show proved to be a buyer’s market, with excellent opportunities to purchase top-quality prospects at competitive prices. While the highest sellers — including standout colt, filly, and gelding — still commanded strong bids, none crossed the six-figure threshold this year, with the top sale reaching [HIGHEST PRICE HERE]. We break down the top 10 overall sellers, highlight leading sires such as TOP SIRE NAME, and share the average sale prices, offering insight into current trends in the Western performance horse market.
-
2024 Congress Super Sale Coverage
UPDATED: The 2024 Congress Super Sale was a monumental event, showcasing the top stallions, horses, agents, and owners in the industry. From record-breaking sales to impressive averages, we’ve compiled all the key stats and results. Read the full article to see how the top competitors performed and discover the standout successes at this year’s sale.
-
2024 NSBA World Show
The NSBA Worlds is an event where lifelong dreams come true. StallionCompare.com takes pride in showcasing the top-performing stallions and progeny, shining a light on the industry’s best.
-
2024 NSBA World Show Markel Insurance Yearling Sale
The 2024 NSBA World Show Markel Insurance Yearling Sale saw sales soar to $1.83 million, highlighting the industry’s most promising young horses. Our in-depth article showcases the top 10 sellers, including standout yearlings like ‘Extremely Snappy’ and ‘Leadin The Wayy.’ Explore the leading sires who dominated the sale and meet the future stars poised to make waves in the show ring. Don’t miss out on these remarkable equine prospects and the sires that are setting new standards in the industry.
- 2024 Silver Dollar Circuit: Top Producers Uncover the standout performers from the 2024 Silver Dollar Circuit in Las Vegas, Nevada! Our article highlights the top sires, dams, and damsires, providing valuable insights into the top producers in the industry.