NRHA Two Million Dollar Rider Shawn Flarida and Sterling Ranch
featured on “Wide World of Horses presents NRHA Inside Reining” April 2
On Monday, April 2 turn to RFD-TV for “Wide World of Horses presents NRHA Inside Reining” sponsored by Adequan. “NRHA Inside Reining” host Sam Houston takes us to Sterling Ranch in Pilot Point, Texas.
You’ll see the Inside Hand Training Tip from NRHA Professional and NRHA Futurity Champion Shawn Flarida. Watch as Shawn and Tinsel Nic show you how to pull off those exciting sliding stops.
Also on Monday, highlights from the reining competition at the 2006 FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen, Germany.
Be sure to tune in for “NRHA Inside Reining” sponsored by Adequan this Monday, April 2 at 4:30 pm ET and 10:30 pm ET. Then again on Tuesday, April 3 at 8:30 am ET on DirecTV Channel 379 and DISH Network Channel 9409.
We’re also lining up new sponsors for the show and if you’d like to sign up, contact Kristin Hincke 405-476-5348 or
khincke.nrha@yahoo.com.
We have the inside scoop on something big coming Monday, April 2nd. That’s the day the new website for “NRHA Inside Reining” debuts! Details coming soon.
And if you’d like to order a DVD of “NRHA Inside Reining,” just click here to take you to an order form. Each episode costs $9.95 plus shipping and handling.
2007 NRHA Derby
The 2007 NRHA Derby is nearing. The Reining competition for four, five and six year old horses will be held May 14-19 at the Oklahoma State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. This year, the NRHA Derby offers more than one half million dollars in cash and prizes. Click here for the show schedule and other important Derby information. Below you’ll find details about deadlines and fun Derby events for the whole family!
Important Derby Deadlines
For those of you who have not sent in your 2007 NRHA Derby Nomination and Judges fee, keep in mind that as of April 15 the late fee will double. The late fee for Open entries is currently $375 and will go up to $750. Likewise, the Non Pro late fee is $250 and will go up to $500. So, send in your nominations before time runs out!
For Derby Stall Sponsors, don’t forget that your Sponsor contracts and your stall reservations are due April 6. All other stall reservations are due April 27. Due to the construction at the State Fair Park, you will want to get your reservations in early. Placement is based on the date received, so the earlier you get your reservation in the better chance you have of getting a good stall location.
FREE Live Streaming Derby Video
If you can’t come to the Derby – bring the Derby to your computer -- for FREE! The NRHA has named its media team to cover all the events at the Derby.
Dick Waltenberry of Waltenberry, Inc. will capture the action with his amazing still photography. The NRHA has chosen Mike Garner, PhD of Video Horse World as the official videographer of the Derby and Alan Taylor of HorseAuctions.com will provide live streaming video of all the Derby action.
Sponsorships for the FREE live web streaming are still available. If you’d like more information, contact Kristin Hincke, NRHA Sales Representative, at 405-476-5348 or
khincke.nrha@yahoo.com.
Youth Day at the Derby
The Youth Committee is busy planning a fun-filled Youth Day at the Derby. Saturday, May 19th will be an exciting day for kids of all ages. You’ll find a Youth Judging Clinic, demonstrations by the Oklahoma City Mounted Police and agility dogs, a Reining demonstration with NRHA Professional John Horn and a Derby Block Party featuring a petting zoo, moonwalk, dunk tank, and a rock climbing wall.
The Youth Judging Clinic begins at 9:00 am and the Block Party kicks off at 1:00pm. The best news – it’s all FREE! For more information, contact Supervisor of Youth Programs Mandy Kennedy at (405) 946-7400, ext. 130, or
mkennedy@nrha.com.
Taste of Reining
While you’re at the NRHA Derby, don’t miss the “Taste of Reining” supporting the Reining Horse Sports Foundation (RHSF). The “Taste of Reining” features the scrumptious cuisine from a variety of Oklahoma City’s finest restaurants. For just $10 – payable at the door – you can eat like a king and help the RHSF at the same time. The “Taste of Reining” will be held Friday, May 18th at 5:00 p.m. in the Cantina.
Check the NRHA Derby page at
www.nrha.com for further updates!
NRHA Vies to Host 2007 FEI World Reining Masters
The NRHA has officially put in its bid to host the 2007 FEI World Reining Masters during its 2007 NRHA Futurity and Adequan North American Affiliate Championship Show held November 22 – December 1, 2007.
The NRHA and Oklahoma City hosted the inaugural FEI World Reining Masters in 2004. Elite reiners from 16 different countries competed for a purse of $100,000 and Gold medals in the Open and Restricted divisions.
The $100,000 FEI World Reining Masters is an annual competition to find the best individual Reiner in the world. Competitors must qualify for the final event which normally alternates between the USA and Europe. This year’s World Reining Masters was scheduled to be held in Europe, but since there were no applications, the NRHA asked to host the Masters in the USA to keep the momentum of Reining going strong. The FEI is expected to make a final decision on the location of the 2007 Masters sometime in May.
Update on Qualifiers for North American Young Riders’ Championships
Important news for young reiners in the western part of the United States. The final qualifying competition for the USEF 2007 North American Young Riders’ Championships (NAYRC) has been selected.
This is the first time Reining has been invited to the premiere equestrian competition for young riders in North America. Riders between the ages of 16-21 must compete in a series of qualifying competitions. The USEF just announced the location of the Western Qualifier. It will be held during the Ben Balow Mother’s Day Slide in Scottsdale, AZ, on May 11-13, 2007. The Eastern region qualifier will be held at the Central Ohio Reining Horse Association Show in Sunbury, OH, on May 27, 2007. The qualifiers for the Mountain and Central regions have already been held.
From those qualifiers, teams of four riders will be selected in each region by the USEF. Those four teams will then compete at the NAYRC July 31 – August 5, 2007, at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA.
The selection procedures for the NAYRC in the Reining competition can be found here. If you have any questions, you’re encouraged to contact Courtney Barnett, USEF Director of Reining Programs at (859) 225-6919 or
cbarnett@usef.org.
RHSF Offering Scholarships to Youth Members
The Reining Horse Sports Foundation (RHSF) is accepting applications for five $1,000 scholarships. The awards will be based on financial need, academic achievement, career plans, NRHA and NRHyA involvement, as well as references. Don’t delay because the application deadline is June 15th. The RHSF is committed to providing leadership and scholarship opportunities to allow youth to further excel in their future careers and competition. Click here for a link to the scholarship application. You can also contact, RHSF Coordinator Heather Cline at 405-946-7400, ext. 137.
Decorate Your Desktop with Reining
The sport of Reining is featured as NationalGeographic.com’s wallpaper of the week! It features a photo from the 2006 FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen, Germany.
If you’re wondering who that reiner is, it’s Francois Gauthier riding Snow Gun owned by Andre De Dellefeuille. Francois won 6th place in the Individual competition and was a member of the Silver medal winning Team Canada.
The photo is also featured in the April 2007 issue of the National Geographic magazine. If you’d like to download the Reining wallpaper, just click here and follow the directions. Don’t delay because it’s only offered for 1 week.
NRHA Member Special from Cinch, Cruel Girl and Rockies
Here’s a new spring special from Cinch, Cruel Girl & Rockies! NRHA members can find a special rebate coupon worth $5-10 off your next purchase of Cinch, Cruel Girl and Rockies jeans. See the dates below for your link to savings!
On April 2 – click here for a link to savings on Cinch jeans.
On April 4 – click here for a link to savings on Cruel Girl Jeans.
On April 6 – click here for a link to savings on Rockies Jeans.
The NRHA is proud to have Classic Equine as a Corporate Partner. Classic Equine products are fast becoming the standard equipment for top NRHA champions. They have a complete line of products, including protective boots, saddle pads, cinches, blankets, bits, and travel gear. The goal of Classic Equine is to offer products with the performance horse’s safety and well-being first and foremost in mind.
For more information on Classic Equine products, log onto their Web site at
www.equibrand.com or call 1.800.654.7864 for a dealer near you.
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