17 articles
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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.
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2026 Q2 Leaderboards: Western Performance Stallions
The Q2 Western Performance Stallion leaderboards spotlight the leading sires in Western Pleasure and Western All-Around. Explore the Top 25 standings based on progeny earnings, money-earners, and average earnings.
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New Super Sires Leaderboards Put the 2026 Standouts Front and Centre
The new 2026 Super Sires leaderboards are live, offering a dynamic look at the horses, riders, owners, nominators, stallion owners, sires and dams currently leading the program. From Saltee Chips and KM Weknowhesfirst to Heart Stoppin, Enticed and RL Saved By Impulse, these standings help tell the bigger story behind this year’s Super Sires success.
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Blazinmytroublesaway: A Mare Defined by Consistency
Blazinmytroublesaway’s story is one of sustained excellence, depth in pedigree, and continuing influence through her offspring. This April Mare of the Month feature takes a closer look at the record, bloodlines, and produce history behind a mare defined by consistency.
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2026 Q1 Leaderboards: Western All-Around
The Q1 Western All-Around leaderboards highlight the sires, dams, breeders, and owners behind horses proving themselves across multiple events. Review the complete rankings and see which connections are making an early impact this season.
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Inaugural Rail Horse Association Maturity Classes Launch at The Pre Madness, Paying Out Over $34,000
RHA’s inaugural Maturity Non-Pro Western Pleasure divisions made an immediate splash at The Pre Madness in Wilmington, Ohio, paying out $34,081 across Levels 4–1 plus Rookie and DIY. In this recap, we break down the money awarded, highlight the top sires represented in the paid placings, and include complete class-by-class tables with owners, exhibitors, and payouts.
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Q1 2026 Leaderboards: Western Pleasure
The Q1 Western Pleasure leaderboards offer an early look at the sires, dams, breeders, and owners making an impact this season. See the complete Top 25 rankings and the bloodlines behind today’s money earners.
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Brad Ost & Nothin But Nett Make Trail History
Brad Ost and Nothin But Nett delivered a defining moment for the Trail pen, capturing a historic $100,000 win in the NSBA All-Age Open Trail Finals at A Sudden Impulse. The victory also pushed Ost into the NSBA Quarter Million Dollar Club, marking a major career milestone and underscoring just how far Trail purses and prestige have climbed on the sport’s biggest stages.
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USA & Canada’s 2025 NSBA Pleasure & Hunter Under Saddle Highpoints: Breeding the Unseen Winners
USA & Canada’s 2025 NSBA Highpoints tell a clear story: the right bloodlines and breeding programs consistently produce the horses that rise to the top. This breakdown highlights the leading sires, dams, damsires, and breeders in Pleasure and Hunter Under Saddle—plus the point-earning progeny that shaped the final standings.
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2025 AAQHC: Western All-Around Statistics
The Western All-Around at the 2025 All American Quarter Horse Congress once again proved why it’s one of the most competitive divisions in Columbus. From Lookn Like Trouble and Boifriend Material to powerhouse sires like Machine Made, Hay Goodlookn, and Its A Southern Thing, this deep dive breaks down the earnings, champions, and bloodlines that defined the year. Explore which horses rose to the top, which mares and damsires are quietly shaping the future, and which owners and exhibitors consistently found their way to the winner’s circle.
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2025 Prospect Sale Wrap-Up: $115,400 in Sales and Strong Demand for Western Pleasure Prospects
The 2025 Prospect Sale, hosted by Pro Horse Services, wrapped up September 30 with total sales of $115,400. Of the 15 horses offered, 10 found new homes, ranging from $4,700 to $20,000. Highlights included mares by RL Best Of Sudden, Machine Made, and A Sudden Holiday, as well as a rare embryo by the late Open Range. Conducted fully online, the sale gave buyers access to videos, vet records, and genetic testing—setting a strong tone of transparency and confidence.
- 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.
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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.
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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.
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2024 The Premier Futurity
The 2024 Premier Futurity at Lexington’s Kentucky Horse Park brought together the best of the best on the pleasure circuit. With fierce competition and outstanding performances, this year’s event showcased the top-producing sires that are setting new standards in the industry. Dive into our detailed coverage to see which sires dominated the show and discover the standout stallions shaping the future of the industry. Don’t miss out on these equine champions!
- 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.
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2023 AAQHC: Longe Line Statistics
Dive into the world of longe line excellence at the 2023 AAQHC. This article dissects the top sires in Western and Hunter divisions, showcasing their earnings, championships, and influence on the prestigious event. We also include statistics covering the top producing dams and damsires, showcasing the plethora of bloodlines impacting the industry today.