6 Panel Negative
Frozen transported semen available
Live foal guaranteed1
Four-generation pedigree
1996 Buckskin Quarter Horse
$22,099 in LTE
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.
Read moreThe 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.
Read more| Place | Event | Class Name | Exhibitor | Owner | Points | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 MARCH TO VIRGINIA | WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US) |
1 | - |
| 1 | 2026 MARCH TO VIRGINIA | WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US) |
1 | - |
| 2 | 2026 THE PREMIER | JUNIOR WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
1 | - |
| 2 | 2026 THE PREMIER | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
4 | - |
| 2 | 2026 THE PREMIER | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
4 | - |
| 2 | 2026 THE PREMIER | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
4 | - |
| 3 | 2026 THE PREMIER | JUNIOR WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
0.5 | - |
| 3 | 2026 THE PREMIER | JUNIOR WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
0.5 | - |
| 2026 MARCH TO VIRGINIA | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US) |
- | - | |
| 2026 MARCH TO VIRGINIA | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US) |
- | - | |
| 2026 THE PREMIER | JUNIOR WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
- | - | |
| 2026 THE PREMIER | JUNIOR WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
- | - | |
| 2026 THE PREMIER | JUNIOR WESTERN RIDING | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
- | - | |
| 2026 THE PREMIER | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
- | - | |
| 2026 THE PREMIER | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
- | - | |
| 2026 THE PREMIER | WESTERN RIDING - Level 1 | AARON MOSES PILOT POINT, TX (US) |
KATHERYN VAN SLYKE NOLENSVILLE, TN (US,) |
- | - |
First Thingz First is a 2021 chestnut roan Quarter Horse stallion, registered AQHA and standing 16.0 hands. He is by RL Best Of Sudden (by A Sudden Impulse) and out of VS The First Lady, a daughter of VS Code Red. He stands at Highpoint Performance Horses in Pilot Point, Texas, for a $2,250 USD stud fee. Listed breeding terms: Special considerations for World & Congress Champion mares. He is owned by Katie Van Slyke Mabry, with Christi Christensen as breeding manager. Breedings are available by frozen transported semen, with a live foal guarantee under the terms of the breeding contract. Shipping is listed to Canada.
Highlights listed for First Thingz First: Futurity Champion Stallion; 2025 Back to Berrien Bridleless Western Pleasure / Barrel Race Winner; 2025 Back to Berrien Champion NSBA THE DAC $2,500 Novice Horse Open Western Pleasure, $10,000 Added; 2025 Back to Berrien Green Western Pleasure Champion; 2024 Reserve Champion AQHA World Show Super Sires Pleasure Versatility Challenge; 2025 NSBA BCF Reserve World Champion Open Performance Halter Stallions; 2025 NSBA BCF World Champion $10,000 Maturity Ltd Horse Open Western Pleasure; 2025 Congress Champion NSBA Performance Stallions ($400); 2025 Congress Champion Performance Stallions ($400); 2025 Congress Grand Champion Stallions, 6th); 2025 Congress Champion Amateur Performance Stallions Ltd ($200); 2025 Congress Reserve Champion Amateur Performance Stallions ($350); 2025 Congress NSBA Reserve Champion Amateur Performance Stallions ($180); 2025 Congress Champion Mty $10,000 Ltd Horse Open WP Stakes NSBA ($2,901.60); 2025 Congress Champion SBB Mty $10,000 Ltd Horse Open WP Stakes NSBA ($697.01); 2025 AQHA World Show Finalist L1 Western Riding Stakes; 2026 AQHA Reserve Congress Champion Open Performance Halter Stallions; 2026 AQHA Congress Champion Limited Performance Halter Stallions; 2026 AQHA Congress Bronze Champion Junior Western Riding. His lifetime earnings are recorded at $22,099 USD.
First Thingz First tests N/N for HYPP, PSSM, HERDA, GBED, MYHM and MH. He is nominated to Super Sires, Premier Sires and Nederlandse Quarter Horse Associatie.
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First Thingz First's stud fee is $2,250 USD. Listed terms: Special considerations for World & Congress Champion mares. The breeding terms include a live foal guarantee; confirm the details with the breeding manager.
First Thingz First stands at Highpoint Performance Horses, 11015 Cole Road, Pilot Point, TX 76258, United States. Breeding is managed by Christi Christensen. He is owned by Katie Van Slyke Mabry.
First Thingz First is by RL Best Of Sudden (by A Sudden Impulse) and out of VS The First Lady, a daughter of VS Code Red.
Breedings are available by frozen transported semen. The breeding terms include a live foal guarantee. International shipping is listed to Canada.
Highlights listed for First Thingz First: Futurity Champion Stallion; 2025 Back to Berrien Bridleless Western Pleasure / Barrel Race Winner; 2025 Back to Berrien Champion NSBA THE DAC $2,500 Novice Horse Open Western Pleasure, $10,000 Added; 2025 Back to Berrien Green Western Pleasure Champion; 2024 Reserve Champion AQHA World Show Super Sires Pleasure Versatility Challenge; 2025 NSBA BCF Reserve World Champion Open Performance Halter Stallions; 2025 NSBA BCF World Champion $10,000 Maturity Ltd Horse Open Western Pleasure; 2025 Congress Champion NSBA Performance Stallions ($400); 2025 Congress Champion Performance Stallions ($400); 2025 Congress Grand Champion Stallions, 6th); 2025 Congress Champion Amateur Performance Stallions Ltd ($200); 2025 Congress Reserve Champion Amateur Performance Stallions ($350); 2025 Congress NSBA Reserve Champion Amateur Performance Stallions ($180); 2025 Congress Champion Mty $10,000 Ltd Horse Open WP Stakes NSBA ($2,901.60); 2025 Congress Champion SBB Mty $10,000 Ltd Horse Open WP Stakes NSBA ($697.01); 2025 AQHA World Show Finalist L1 Western Riding Stakes; 2026 AQHA Reserve Congress Champion Open Performance Halter Stallions; 2026 AQHA Congress Champion Limited Performance Halter Stallions; 2026 AQHA Congress Bronze Champion Junior Western Riding. His lifetime earnings are recorded at $22,099 USD.
First Thingz First tests N/N for HYPP, PSSM, HERDA, GBED, MYHM and MH.
First Thingz First is nominated to Super Sires, Premier Sires and Nederlandse Quarter Horse Associatie.
First Thingz First is a chestnut roan Quarter Horse foaled in 2021. He stands 16.0 hands. He is registered AQHA .
1 StallionCompare provides information regarding a Live foal guarantee statement as part of the breeding details. It is important to note that StallionCompare does not make any promises or guarantees based on this statement. The reference to a "Live foal guaranteed" pertains to the specific terms outlined in the breeding agreement established between the interested party and the respective breeding manager and/or stallion owner. StallionCompare does not ensure the accuracy of this information, and we strongly recommend reaching out to the stallion owner and/or breeding manager directly to verify and confirm the details of the agreement.
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