The Best Principles

Overview

• 3X Top 10 Congress Sire from First Crop
• NSBA Bronze 2X Top Ten AQHA World Show
• AQHA Honor Roll Stallion L1 Western Pleasure (3rd)

Pedigree

• 25% Zippo Pine Bar
• 12.5% The Invester

Outstanding Progeny sired by The Best Principles

Horse		Info	Sire	Dam
	Frosted Principles	2025 Sorrel Overo Gelding	The Best Principles	Sensation N Lace
	Highest Principles	2025 Sorrel Overo Gelding	The Best Principles	Lilly Licious
	Principles Honored	2025 Sorrel Gelding	The Best Principles	Only With Honor

StallionCompare Article Mentions

• Smaller Sale, Stronger Prices: What the 2026 NSBA Yearling Sale Tells Us About the MarketThe 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 ResultsWhich 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.
• New Super Sires Leaderboards Put the 2026 Standouts Front and CentreThe 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.
• 2024 Congress Super Sale CoverageUPDATED: 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 Markel Insurance Yearling SaleThe 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.
• 2023 AAQHC: Longe Line StatisticsDive 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.